bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Acceptance and Use of Telepsychology From the Clients’ Perspective: Questionnaire Study to Document Perceived Advantages and Barriers
Authors: Sora Beatriz , Nieto Rubén , Montesano del Campo Adrian , Armayones Manuel
Published: August 2021

Background

Telepsychology is increasingly being incorporated in clinical practice, being offered in many psychotherapy centers, especially after
the impact of the pandemic. However, there seems to be a remarkable discrepancy between the offer, or interest in, and real-world
uptake of e-mental health interventions among the population. A critical precondition is clients’ willingness to accept and use
telepsychology, although this issue has thus far been overlooked in research.

Objective

The aim of this study was to examine people’s acceptance and use of telepsychology by adopting an extended model of the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) that integrates perceived telepsychology advantages and barriers, usefulness perceptions, behavioral intention, and telepsychology use.

Methods

An online survey was conducted with a convenience sample of 514 participants. Structural equation models were computed to
test a mediation model.

Results

Results supported the UTAUT model to explain participants’ acceptance and use of telepsychology. They showed a causal chain
in which perceived telepsychology advantages and barriers were related to telepsychology use through the perceived usefulness of and
intention to use telepsychology.

Conclusions

Telepsychology use may be explained according to the UTAUT model when coupled with participants’ perceptions of telepsychology advantages and barriers. Mental health stakeholders could consider these factors in order to increase the acceptance and use of telepsychology.
COVID-19 Outcomes and Genomic Characterization of SARS-CoV-2 Isolated From Veterans in New England States: Retrospective Analysis (Preprint)
Authors: Lee Megan , Sallah Ya Haddy , Petrone Mary , Ringer Matthew , Cosentino Danielle , Vogels Chantal B F , Fauver Joseph R , Alpert Tara D , Grubaugh Nathan D , Gupta Shaili
Published: August 2021

BACKGROUND

Clinical and virologic characteristics of COVID-19 infections in veterans in New England have not been described. The average US veteran is a male older than the general US population. SARS-CoV-2 infection is known to cause poorer outcomes among men and older adults, making the veteran population an especially vulnerable group for COVID-19.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to evaluate clinical and virologic factors impacting COVID-19 outcomes.

METHODS

This retrospective chart review included 476 veterans in six New England states with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection between April and September 2020. Whole genome sequencing was performed on SARS-CoV-2 RNA isolated from these veterans, and the correlation of genomic data to clinical outcomes was evaluated. Clinical and demographic variables were collected by manual chart review and were correlated to the end points of peak disease severity (based on oxygenation requirements), hospitalization, and mortality using multivariate regression analyses.

RESULTS

Of 476 veterans, 274 had complete and accessible charts. Of the 274 veterans, 92.7% (n=254) were men and 83.2% (n=228) were White, and the mean age was 63 years. In the multivariate regression, significant predictors of hospitalization (C statistic 0.75) were age (odds ratio [OR] 1.05, 95% CI 1.03-1.08) and non-White race (OR 2.39, 95% CI 1.13-5.01). Peak severity (C statistic 0.70) also varied by age (OR 1.07, 95% CI 1.03-1.11) and O2 requirement on admission (OR 45.7, 95% CI 18.79-111). Mortality (C statistic 0.87) was predicted by age (OR 1.06, 95% CI 1.01-1.11), dementia (OR 3.44, 95% CI 1.07-11.1), and O2 requirement on admission (OR 6.74, 95% CI 1.74-26.1). Most (291/299, 97.3%) of our samples were dominated by the spike protein D614G substitution and were from SARS-CoV-2 B.1 lineage or one of 37 different B.1 sublineages, with none representing more than 8.7% (26/299) of the cases.

CONCLUSIONS

In a cohort of veterans from the six New England states with a mean age of 63 years and a high comorbidity burden, age was the largest predictor of hospitalization, peak disease severity, and mortality. Non-White veterans were more likely to be hospitalized, and patients who required oxygen on admission were more likely to have severe disease and higher rates of mortality. Multiple SARS-CoV-2 lineages were distributed in patients in New England early in the COVID-19 era, mostly related to viruses from New York State with D614G mutation.
A Novel Peer-to-Peer Coaching Program to Support Digital Mental Health: Design and Implementation (Preprint)
Authors: Rosenberg Benjamin M , Kodish Tamar , Cohen Zachary D , Gong-Guy Elizabeth , Craske Michelle G
Published: August 2021

UNSTRUCTURED

Many individuals in need of mental health services do not currently receive care. Scalable programs are needed to reduce the burden of mental illness among those without access to existing providers. Digital interventions present an avenue for increasing the reach of mental health services. These interventions often rely on paraprofessionals, or coaches, to support the treatment. Although existing programs hold immense promise, providers must ensure that treatments are delivered with high fidelity and adherence to the treatment model. In this paper, we first highlight the tension between the scalability and fidelity of mental health services. We then describe the design and implementation of a peer-to-peer coach training program to support a digital mental health intervention for undergraduate students within a university setting. We specifically note strategies for emphasizing fidelity within our scalable framework, including principles of learning theory and competency-based supervision. Finally, we discuss future applications of this work, including the potential adaptability of our model for use within other contexts.
Clinical Decision Support System Adoption & Implementation in African Health Systems: A SWOT Analysis. (Preprint)
Authors: Kolawole Victoria Oluwafunmilola
Published: August 2021

BACKGROUND

The clinical decision support system (CDSS) has been an important achievement of health technology in the 21st century. In developed countries, it has transformed the way health services are being delivered and has shown to be a tool that reduces medical errors and misdiagnoses in Healthcare. However, CDSS remains underutilized in developing countries in Africa.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to review the literature to improve our understanding of the “strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT)” associated with CDSS implementation in African health systems.

METHODS

This study included a literature review conducted in PubMed with a total of 19 articles between the year 2010 to date (past 10years) reviewed for key themes and categorized into one of 4 possible areas within the SWOT analysis.

RESULTS

Articles reviewed showed common strengths of efficiency at the workplace, Improved healthcare quality, benefits in developed countries, good examples of evidence-based decision making. unreliable electric power supply, inconsistent Internet connectivity, clinician's limited computer skills, and lack of enough published evidence of benefits in developing countries are listed as a weakness. The opportunities are high demand for evidence-based practice in healthcare, a strong demand for quality healthcare, growing interest to use modern technologies. The common threats identified are government policy, political instability, low funding and resistance of use by providers.

CONCLUSIONS

There’s the need to work on the technical, organizational and financial barriers to ensure high adoption and implementation of the CDSS in African Health systems. Also, the lag on the knowledge available on its impact in developing countries must be worked on by supporting more studies to add to the body of knowledge.
Faktor - Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Partisipasi Pemangku Kepentingan pada Pengembangan Kawasan Wisata Kedung Ombo
Authors: Ariyani Nafiah
Published: August 2021

Partisipasi pemangku kepentingan dalam pengembangan pariwisata merupakan faktor yang sangat penting sejalan dengan sifat multiaktor pariwisata. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor penentu minat berpartisipasi dan tipologi pemangku kepentingan dalam pengembangan kawasan wisata Kedung Ombo secara terintegrasi. Menggunakan paradigma mix-method, penelitian ini menjelaskan situasi saat ini sekaligus menjangkau pemikiran ke depan terkait kasus yang bersifat ex ante. Pengumpulan data menggunakan metode diskusi kelompok fokus dan kuesioner. Analisa data menggunakan metode Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) dibantu perangkat lunak Tosmana versi 1.52. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat empat jalur yang membentuk partisipasi pemangku kepentingan, yaitu: 1 Pola pikir pemangku kepentingan yang benar terhadap pariwisata. 2.  Kapasitas pemangku kepentingan dalam penyediaan anggaran, sumber daya manusia, dukungan teknis dan pengembangan atraksi wisata. 3. Hubungan yang baik antar pemangku kepentingan. 4. Keyakinan terhadap kemampuan kawasan wisata Kedung Ombo dapat memfasilitasi kepentingan bersama. Tipologi pemangku kepentingan berdasarkan minat berpartisipasi terbagi dalam dua kelompok, yaitu berpartisipasi  atau tidak berpartisipasi dan tidak ada pemangku kepentingan kontradiktif. Sebagian besar pemangku kepentingan berminat untuk berpartisipasi. Perhutani Telawah, Perhutani Gundih, Bappeda Sragen, Dinas Pemuda, Olah Raga dan Pariwisata Sragen, Bappeda Grobogan dan Perguruan Tinggi Pariwisata adalah pemangku kepentingan yang mempunyai kondisi untuk berminat berpartisipasi paling tinggi. Untuk mendorong minat partisipasi para pemangku kepentingan yang Temuan ini bermanfaat sebagai dasar dalam mengembangkan kebijakan pengembangan kawasan wisata Kedung Ombo secara partisipatif dan berkelanjutan.
Shifting Society in Response to the Tourism Industry: A Case Study of New Challenges in Lombok Utara
Authors: Basri Hasan , Tamrin Mohamad , Alfatwari Dani
Published: August 2021

This paper examines shifts in society in response to tourism development in Lombok Utara. This research scientifically demonstrates the emergence of new problems due to the economic and ecological impact of tourism and the breakdown of tradition. Fishbone analysis was used to map a variety of issues from trusted sources through direct observation and in-depth interviews. Findings show that a gap exists between expected and actual economic advantages as farmers and fishermen transition to tourism. The skill deficit and competitiveness brought about only a minor effect on the prosperity of host communities, even if a large economic incentive was generated by the government from taxes. The ecological damage resulting from human activity (abrasion, rubbish, energy consumption, coral reef destruction) will be detrimental for future generations. Traditions of the host communities are also threatened.
WOMEN’S LIBERTY IN RELIGIOUS DISCOURSE (NAWĀL AL-SA’DĀWĪ’S FANTASY IN ZĪNAH)
Authors: Latifi Yulia Nasrul
Published: August 2021

The objective of this research is to reveal Nawāl al-Sa’dāwī’s fantasy and to find out why she builds a fantasy of women’s autonomy in religious discourse as depicted in her latest novel, Zīnah. This study focuses on the concept of fantasy in Žižek's theory of subjectivity, which sees fantasy as a screen covering the lacks and inconsistencies of the shackling Symbolic. Fantasy is also an estuary of meaning that confirms the existence of a divided and dialectical subject that continues to move in search of self-fulfillment. The research method is  hermeneutic, namely by interpreting the actions and fantasies of al-Sa’dāwī' as a subject. The analysis shows that al-Sa’dāwī’s fantasy is her realization of a transcendental humanist religious discourse which gives women full autonomy, internally and externally. Zīnah, the main character in the novel, is a symbol of this autonomy. Internally, Zīnah has been set free from the patriarchal shackles of religious discourses. Externally, Zīnah is able to change the structure and create a new humanist, transcendental, and progressive structure in religious discourse to liberate human beings. Zīnah is al-Sa’dāwī’s fantasy to cover up the lacks of The Symbolic, the estuary of meaning, and confirmation of her existence as a divided and dialectical subject. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengungkapkan fantasi Nawāl al-Sa’dāwī dan mengapa Nawāl al-Sa’dāwī membangun fantasi otonomi perempuan dalam wacana agama yang tergambar dalam novel terakhirnya, Zīnah. Penelitian ini memfokuskan pada Fantasi yang ada dalam teori subjektivitas Žižek. Fantasi adalah layar yang menutupi kekurangan dan inkonsistensi dalam the symbolic yang membelenggu. Fantasi juga muara makna yang mengukuhkan eksistensi subjek yang terbelah dan berdialektik yang terus bergerak untuk mencari pemenuhan diri. Metode penelitian adalah hermeneutik dengan cara menafsirkan tindakan dan fantasi Nawāl al-Sa’dāwī sebagai subjek. Hasil analisisnya, fantasi Nawāl al-Sa’dāwī adalah terwujudnya wacana agama humanis transendental yang memberikan otonomi penuh perempuan, internal dan eksternal. Tokoh Zīnah adalah simbolisasi otonomi tersebut. Secara internal, Zīnah telah terbebas dari belenggu patriarki wacana agama. Secara eksternal, Zīnah mampu mengubah struktur dan membuat struktur baru yang humanis, transendental, dan progresif dalam wacana agama untuk membebaskan manusia. Zīnah adalah fantasi Nawāl al-Sa’dāwī untuk menutupi kekurangan the symbolic, muara makna, dan pengukuhan eksistensinya sebagai subjek yang terbelah dan berdialektika.
MEASUREMENT OF CORTISOL AND CORTISONE IN HUMAN SALIVA BY UPLC-MS/MS
Authors: ALVI SYED N. , HAMMAMI MUHAMMAD M.
Published: August 2021

Objective: To develop and validate a simple and rapid assay for simultaneous measurement of cortisol and cortisone in human saliva by ultra-performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry.
Methods: Chromatographic analysis was performed on an Atlantis dC18 column (2.1 x 100 mm, 3 µm) using a mobile phase consisting of acetonitrile and 2 mmol ammonium-acetate (50:50, v; v) that was delivered at a flow rate of 0.3 ml/min. The eluents were monitored using electrospray ionization in the positive ion mode set at transition set of mass-to-charge (m/z): 363.11 → 121.00, 361.18 → 163.11, and 367.19 → 121.24 for cortisol, cortisone and internal standard (IS), respectively the method was validated for linearity, accuracy, precision, and recovery, according to international guidelines.
Results: The retention times of cortisol, cortisone and internal were about 1.38, 1.43 and 1.38 min, respectively. Cortisol level and cortisone level relationship to the ratio of their respective peak-area to IS’s peak-area was linear (range of 0.5-100 ng/ml). Coefficients of variation and inaccuracy were, ≤9.9% and-0.3 to 6.9 for cortisol and ≤8.4 and-1.5 to 4.8 for cortisone, respectively. Extraction recoveries for cortisol, cortisone, and the IS were 90%, 94%, and 98%, respectively. Cortisol and cortisone stability was evaluated in processed saliva samples (stored at room temperature for 24 h) and unprocessed saliva samples (stored at room temperature for 24 h or at-20 °C for 10 w) and after 3 freeze-thaw cycles was ≥ 86%.
Conclusion: The proposed method is simple, precise, and accurate for the rapid simultaneous measurement of cortisol and cortisone levels in saliva. The assay was successfully applied to determine levels of cortisol and cortisone in human saliva samples obtained from healthy volunteers.
INORGANIC NANOPARTICLES: AN ALTERNATIVE THERAPY TO COMBAT DRUG RESISTANT INFECTIONS
Authors: GUPTA MONIKA
Published: August 2021

One of the most urgent challenges that medical sciences face today is overcoming the problem of drug resistance. This review paper encompasses research studies that provide a solution towards this major concern. It aims to highlight the therapeutic effects of various metal-based nanoparticles over conventional antibiotics. Severe infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites are transmitted easily and spread across millions of people round the globe. Resistance developed by these organisms and their various strains against regular antibiotics has posed great threat to save the lives of humans. Nanoparticles are tiny in nature and thus capable of generating Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS). These ROS bursts to create severe oxidative stresses causing damage to DNA, lipids peroxidation and protein changes resulting in cell death. This mechanism is quite different from traditional antibiotics and hence gives better results towards microbial resistance. The study demonstrates the use of metal nanoparticles such as silver, zinc oxide, aluminium oxide, gold, copper oxide, titanium dioxide, magnesium oxide, iron oxide in combination with various antibiotics to efficiently kill infectious microbes.
Diseño y validación de material didáctico para una intervención educativa de enfermería en cuidadores primarios
Authors: Velazquez-Moreno E. , González-Velázquez M.S. , De la Peña-León B.
Published: August 2021

Introducción: El cuidador es una persona que en sí misma requiere cuidado, existe poca evidencia sobre la validación de material dirigido a cuidadores primarios de adultos en el domicilio.

Objetivo: Diseñar y validar el material didáctico de apoyo en una propuesta de intervención educativa de enfermería para mejorar el autocuidado de cuidadores primarios de personas con enfermedades crónicas no transmisibles.

Material y Métodos: Investigación metodológica para validación de diez carteles. Evaluación por cuatro expertos y diez cuidadores primarios. La investigación se desarrolló en cuatro fases: a) valoración de las necesidades en salud y determinación de los contenidos, b) elaboración de material didáctico, c) jueceo y validación técnica, d) validación con población. Se evaluaron los aspectos de atracción, comprensión, involucramiento y aceptación con un cuestionario dicotómico de ocho preguntas por cartel. Se calculó el coeficiente V de Aiken como indicador de aprobación. Se tomó el valor de 0.7 y superior como punto para la validación.

Resultados: En la primera ronda de evaluación por los expertos se modificaron tres carteles por su bajo coeficiente de comprensión-atracción y se reelaboró un cartel. En la segunda versión de los carteles se alcanzaron coeficientes superiores a 0.81. Sin embargo, los cuidadores puntuaron dos carteles con valores inferiores al estándar, por lo que luego de tomar su opinión al respecto se modificaron aspectos de diseño.

Discusión: Las recomendaciones de los expertos en el área y particularmente los intereses de los cuidadores primarios fueron la base para mejorar el diseño del material didáctico.

Conclusiones: Tras ajustar elementos de la atracción y comprensión de los carteles se concluyó que el Material Didáctico (MD) es adecuado para su implementación en una Internvención Educativa (IE) dirigida a mejorar el autocuidado de cuidadores primarios.
New quantitative automated model to simulate bacterial dissemination in human tissue during irrigation of contaminated wounds
Authors:   Department of Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauss Allee 11, 93053 Regensburg, Germany, Brochhausen C , Froschermeier F , Alt V , Pfeifer C , Mayr A , Weiss I , Babel M , Siegmund H , Kerschbaum M
Published: August 2021

This study presents a simple and cost-effective model using microparticles to simulate the bacterial distribution pattern in soft tissue after low- and high-pressure irrigation. Silica coated iron microparticles [comparable diameter (1 µm) and weight (0.8333 pg) to Staphylococcus aureus] were applied to the surface of twenty fresh human muscle tissue samples in two amputated lower legs. Particle dissemination into deep tissue layers as an undesired side effect was investigated in four measuring fields as positive control (PC) as well as after performing pulsatile high-pressure (HP, 8 measuring fields) and low-pressure flushing (LP, 8 measuring fields). Five biopsies were taken out of each measuring field to get a total number of 100 biopsies. After histological and digital image processing, the specimens were analysed, and all incomplete sections were excluded. A special detection algorithm was parameterised using the open source bioimage analysis software QuPath. The application of this detection algorithm enabled automated counting and detection of the particles with a sensitivity of 95 % compared to manual counts. Statistical analysis revealed significant differences (p < 0.05) in our three different sample groups: HP (M = 1608, S = 302), LP (M = 2176, SD = 609) and PC (M = 4011, SD = 686). While both HP and LP flushing techniques are able to reduce the number of bacteria, a higher effectiveness is shown for HP irrigation. Nevertheless, a challenge for the validity of the study is the use of dead tissue and therefore a possible negative influence of high-pressure irrigation on tissue healing and further dispersion of particles cannot be evaluated.
An Experimental Study of Battery Thermal Management using Air Cooling and PCM (Lauric Acid)
Authors: Kaliyaperumal Gopal
Published: August 2021

This report is on a Thermal management system using air and PCM (Lauric acid) as an electric vehicle cooling module. Hybrid and electric vehicles are emerging with great technology in today’s world, a lot of challenges are being faced by all the manufactures, one of the main problems is the battery thermal management system. Battery thermal management system (BTMS) maintains a standard temperature for the battery to work efficiently. Cooling the battery using air and phase change material (PCM) is the latest and most efficient way of cooling the battery. This enhancement is possible by using CPU fans to direct the atmospheric air to focus and cool the width of the battery through the battery compartment’s air vents. PCM cooling is achieved by using 30/70 mixture of water and Lauric acid respectively, PCM is run around both sides of the battery’s length through copper tubes in which PCM is pumped using a submersible 12v DC pump. DC pump is turned ON and OFF by the Arduino Nano micro-controller and temperature sensor connected to the battery detects the temperature of the battery.
Makna Bendera Merah Putih Bagi Generasi Muda: Tinjauan Sejarah dari Masa Kerajaan Majapahit
Authors: Rahmawati Melinda
Published: August 2021

Bendera Merah Putih merupakan salah satu identitas dari Negara Kesatuan Republik Indonesia. Belum banyak yang mengetahui bahwa bendera tersebut menyimpan beragam makna dan sejarah panjang yang saling terkait dengan Nusantara pada Masa Kerajaan Majapahit. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk kembali memaknai pentingnya sebuah persatuan melalui sejarah Bendera Merah Putih, terutama pada generasi muda yang secara langsung berhadapan dengan arus globalisasi dan pertukaran budaya. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode historiografi sejarah dengan membandingkan beberapa literasi yang bersumber dari buku, jurnal ilmiah, dan lainnya. hasil dari penelitian ini adalah generasi muda dapat lebih memaknai pentingnya sebuah persatuan yang telah terbangun dengan mempelajari sejarah panjang dari Bendera Merah Putih. Simpulan dari penelitian ini ialah sejarah dari Bendera Merah Putih telah ada sejak zaman dahulu serta Bendera Merah Putih sangat berperan dalam sejarah perjuangan Bangsa Indonesia. Hingga akhirnya Bendera Merah Putih dikukuhkan sebagai Bendera Kebangsaan sekaligus Identitas Nasional yang mengintegrasikan semua perbedaan yang ada.
Sejarah Pergerakan Perempuan Indonesia Abad 19 – 20: Tinjauan Historis Peran Perempuan dalam Pendidikan Bangsa
Authors: Pradita Silvy Mei
Published: August 2021

The discourse on the role of women never ends up talking. Women as actors in domestic work or their roles in the public sphere are not long debated, become discussions everywhere. One of them is about the women's movement. A movement created by women activists whose task is to promote the position of women. Step by step taken by women figures on the trajectory of history proves that Indonesian women have truly laid the foundation of women in the name of social justice. This research aims to make the understanding of history as the foundation for women who are active today in fighting for social and political rights. The research method used is the historical method. The result is that the movement of women from the end of the 19th century to the most recent one has been fluctuating or tidal. The strong waves raised by female figures in voicing women's rights in all fields were born from gender injustice. Therefore, Indonesian women leaders have given an example, women today have the responsibility to continue the struggle.

 

Abstrak

Diskursus mengenai peran perempuan tidak pernah habis dibicarakan. Perempuan sebagai aktor pekerjaan domestik ataupun perannya di ruang publik tidak usang diperdebatkan, dijadikan wacana diskusi di mana-mana. Salah satunya mengenai pergerakan perempuan. Gerakan yang diciptakan para aktivis perempuan secara mendasar bertujuan untuk mengangkat posisi perempuan. Langkah demi langkah yang dilakukan para tokoh perempuan pada lintasan sejarah membuktikan bahwa perempuan Indonesia bersungguh-sungguh meletakkan dasar pergerakan perempuan atas nama kemanusiaan dan keadilan sosial. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menjadikan pemahaman sejarah sebagai landasan pergerakan perempuan di masa sekarang dalam memperjuangkan hak-hak sosial dan politik. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode historis. Hasilnya adalah pergerakan perempuan sejak akhir abad 19 sampai yang paling mutakhir bersifat fluktuatif atau pasang surut. Gelombang kencang yang diembuskan para tokoh perempuan dalam menyuarakan hak perempuan dalam segala bidang lahir dari ketidakadilan gender. Maka dari itu, para tokoh perempuan Indonesia telah mencontohkan, perempuan hari ini punya tanggung jawab melanjutkan perjuangan.
Museum Multatuli sebagai Sumber Sejarah Lokal dalam Pembelajaran Design Thinking di Era Digital
Authors: Wasiso Andrian Jati
Published: August 2021

This study aims to describe the use of the Museum Multatuli as a source of local history in Lebak, Rangkasbitung, Banten in design thinking learning in school in today's digital era. This research uses a qualitative method using document study instruments or it can be called a literature study. These results indicate that design thinking learning can be applied in history learning with the modifications provided in visual research in measuring learning outcomes such as infographics, mind maps, and videos. With its facilities and collections, Museum Multatuli has a good collection in building students' historical awareness with empathy. Through learning at the Museum Multatuli as a source of local history, students will have diverse responses with digital resources that are supported in local history learning. So that students can save and record the values ​​of historical events by providing awareness of their past to always make changes in the future.

 

Abstrak

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguraikan penggunaan Museum Multatuli sebagai sumber sejarah lokal di Lebak, Rangkasbitung, Banten dalam pembelajaran design thinking di sekolah pada era digital saat ini. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan menggunakan instrumen studi dokumen atau bisa disebut studi pustaka. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pembelajaran design thinking dapat diterapkan dalam pembelajaran sejarah dengan diberikan modifikasi secara visual dalam mengukur hasil belajar seperti infografis, mind map, dan video. Dengan fasilitas dan koleksi yang dimilikinya, Museum Multatuli memiliki koleksi yang baik dalam membangun kesadaran sejarah siswa dengan empati. Melalui pembelajaran di Museum Multatuli sebagai sumber sejarah lokal, siswa akan memiliki respons yang beragam dengan didukung sumber digital dalam mempelajari sejarah lokal. Sehingga, siswa dapat menyimpan dan merekam nilai-nilai dari peristiwa sejarah dengan memberikan kesadaran akan masa lalunya untuk selalu melakukan perubahan-perubahan di masa yang akan datang.
Hubungan Bilateral Indonesia-Malaysia dalam Persoalan TKI Ilegal Tahun 2004-2011
Authors: Rizaldi Martin , Qodariyah Anin Lailatul
Published: August 2021

This article aims to find out about international relations in the bilateral cooperation between Indonesia and Malaysia in the problem of illegal TKI. The method of preparing this article uses the literature review method, the literature review method is a research method that uses reference sources from books and journals. The problem of illegal TKI cannot be separated from the problems that are often faced in Indonesia, namely the problem of unemployment and the problem of limited employment opportunities.  There are several factors that encourage Indonesians to work as migrant workers in Malaysia. To resolve the TKI problem, the respective governments of Indonesia and Malaysia carry out bilateral cooperation which aims to create a prosperous life for the nation and state together.

Keywords: Indonesia, Malaysia, TKI.

 

Abstrak

Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan internasional pada kerjasama bilateral Indonesia-Malaysia dalam Persoalan TKI ilegal. Metode penyusunan artikel ini menggunakan metode kajian pustaka, metode kajian pustaka adalah metode penelitian yang menggunakan sumber referensi dari buku dan jurnal. Persoalan TKI ilegal tidak terlepas dari masalah yang sering dihadapi di Indonesia yaitu masalah pengangguran dan masalah terbatasnya lapangan pekerjaan.  Ada beberapa faktor yang mendorong orang Indonesia untuk bekerja sebagai TKI di Malaysia. Untuk menyelesaikan persoalan TKI tersebut, maka masing-masing pemerintah dari negara Indonesia dan Malaysia melakukan kerjasama bilateral yang bertujuan untuk menciptakan kesejahteraan kehidupan berbangsa dan bernegara secara bersama.

Kata Kunci : Indonesia, Malaysia, TKI.
Potret Pembelajaran Sejarah diampu Pendidik di luar Latarbelakang Akademik Sejarah
Authors: Zulfah Rafia , Octavia Mauri Daradinanti , Nadhirotun Zahro Qorry
Published: August 2021

Pendidikan adalah suatu kekuatan terbesar untuk menciptakan suatu masa depan yang lebih baik dari hari ini. Pendidikan sejarah adalah salah satu cabang ilmu pengetahuan sosial yang penting untuk dipelajari untuk meningkatkan dan menjaga semangat nasionalisme para generasi bangsa. Kesadaran sejarah dipicu dari proses pembelajaran sejarah, namun demikian kenyataan bahwa adanya tenaga pendidik sejarah yang tidak berasal dari latar pendidikan yang sesuai dapat menjadikan salah satu faktor utama dalam permasalahan peningkatan minat sejarah bangsa Indonesia pada masa kini. Atas permasalahan tersebut penulis akan membahas dengan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan fenomenologi sebagai penunjang penulisan. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk membahas strategi dan konsep pembelajaran sejarah yang ideal guna merevitalisasikan kualitas pendidik dan peserta didik dalam cabang ilmu kesejarahan. Serta untuk meningkatkan kesadaran sejarah masyarakat Indonesia tentang arti penting mempelajari sejarah untuk mengenal identitas kita sebagai bagian dari bangsa Indonesia. Dengan memperhatikan lebih pada tenaga pendidik dapat mengubah paradigma tentang pembelajaran sejarah yang tidak menarik menjadi sebuah pembelajaran yang memiliki nilai – nilai moral tentang bangsa ini, diharapkan pembelajaran sejarah akan kembali menjadi salah satu prioritas pendidik dan peserta didik dalam proses pembelajaran untuk mempelajari sejarah. Hasil yang didapatkan dalam penelitian ini berupa problematika pembelajaran sejarah di sekolah atau berbagai hal yang menjadi penghambat pembelajaran sejarah di suatu sekolah serta pembelajaran sejarah yang ideal.
Globalización, Democracia y Pandemia
Authors: Ottone Ernesto
Published: August 2021

Si bien pueden existir elementos de la globalización que serán fuertemente golpeados por la pandemia, la globalización como contracción del tiempo y el espacio y como tecnología es algo que continuará. ¿Tiene que ser una globalización sin gobernanza global, con un sistema multilateral menor, con paraísos fiscales y con desigualdad creciente? Creemos firmemente que no, que puede existir otra globalización, para ello tiene que haber cambios muy grandes en la política y voluntades muy fuertes de transformación económica. Sostenemos que la globalización no verá su fin por causa de la pandemia, pero se van a producir tendencias al cambio.
China’s economic development and its impact on Sino-Russian cooperation in the post-pandemic period
Authors:   the Institute of Russia of the Heilongjiang Academy of social sciences, Xutin Zou
Published: August 2021

In the context of pandemic of the new coronavirus COVID-19, which swept the world in 2020, when the world economy was in recession, the Chinese economy, meanwhile, withstood pressure and showed high resilience and greater viability and became the first economy in the world to resume positive growth. A number of effective measures to combat the pandemic and socio-economic development policies contributed to the sustainable recovery of the China's economy. In 2020, despite many adverse factors, the Sino-Russian trade and economic cooperation as a whole maintained stable development with a slight decrease in trade volumes. Pragmatic cooperation between China and Russia has played a positive role in combating the negative impact of the pandemic.
Kaizen implementation and its challenges in small and medium manufacturing firms: A case of Woliso Town, Ethiopia
Authors: Dinka Solomon Terfasa
Published: August 2021

In the modern world, industrial transformation receives great attention. As a result, many companies are becoming successful by implementing Kaizen as a change agent. Nevertheless, there were few pathways of continuous improvements, mainly because of abandonment of Kaizen philosophy, organizational resistance to change, lack of proper implementation and monitoring techniques, lack of employees’ motivation, and scarcity of resources. The study aimed to examine Kaizen implementation and its challenges in small and medium manufacturing firms of Woliso town. The study employed descriptive research adopting a quantitative research approach—the researcher used 55 small and medium manufacturing firms of Woliso town. In addition, the study employed primary data collected through open-ended and close-ended questionnaires. The study found that most sampled firms lack awareness about Kaizen because of a lack of training opportunities. Similarly, Kaizen philosophy is considered exhaustive and routine the attitude of owners, managers, and employees in Kaizen implementation is very weak. Finally, the study recommended that it is important to provide continuous training programs for employees and managers of small and medium manufacturing firms. Most importantly, to extend Kaizen's philosophy, it is essential to incorporate it into the school curriculum.
Theory A, Theory B and Theory C of managing people at work
Authors: Singh Birendra Nath
Published: August 2021

Managing people and productivity are prime concerns of modern business organizations. Many empirical studies were conducted during the era of scientific management (Taylor, 1911) to investigate What and How? McGregor’s (1960) epic theory — Theory X and Theory Y, categorizing all employees into two groups and prescribing methods to motivate and control them was the best. However, his findings also suffered strong criticisms, creating research gaps. The objective of this study was to investigate further and to conclude that there are three major groups named Theory A, Theory B, and Theory C. Amongst them, a middle group — Theory B is most dominant, having all capabilities to significantly influence productivity and prosperity of organizations. The methodology used was qualitative, based upon intensive and critical shop-floor observations. Since this study was not empirical, it had many limitations requiring further researches. Therefore, rightly recommended that future studies should correlate the impact of technological advancements upon motivations and productivity of the modern business organization (Veitch, 2018).
Skills mismatch in the labor market: The future of work from the viewpoint of enterprises in case of Kosovo
Authors: Ziberi Besime , Rexha Donat , Ukshini Kosovare
Published: August 2021

The transition path from education to employment is a key determinant of sustainable economic growth and development. A poorly trained workforce penalizes companies when they try to grow (Cojocaru, 2017, p. 25). It is generally accepted that university graduates as workforce are the key driver of economic growth and development. The main aim of this study is to identify the difficulties faced by enterprises in the Republic of Kosovo to provide the necessary profiles with adequate skills. Employers say students don’t have the ability to think critically, innovate, solve complex problems and work well in a team (Alsop, 2015) In order to analyze the problems that companies face during the selection process, the necessary training, and also the projections for new employments for the coming years, this study uses the primary data provided by the face-to-face questionnaire. The program used for data analysis in SPSS. We came to the conclusion that enterprises find it difficult to ensure the right skills they require, the university graduates lack practice experience and soft skills. The right person with the right skills in the right workplace is the driving force behind the well-functioning of the labor market. The study comes up with further recommendations for the well-functioning of the triangle higher education institutions, policymakers, and enterprises.
Surgical Management of Lesions encountered in the Setting of the Retroaortic Left Brachiocephalic Vein
Authors: Chowdhury Ujjwal , Anderson Robert , Sankhyan Lakshmi , George Niwin , Goja Shikha , Pandey Niraj , Arvind Balaji , Tharranath Ikshudhanva
Published: August 2021

The present perspective is a synthesis of 80 published investigations in
the setting of a retroaortic left brachiocephalic vein, described in 250
patients. Clinical presentation, radiographic findings, ultrasonographic
findings, saline contrast echocardiography, computed-tomographic
angiocardiography, magnetic resonance imaging, and angiocardiography
provided the diagnostic information used to define the disease entity
prior to considering the surgical approach to the associated cardiac
anomalies. We have also addressed several issues concerning the
influence of isomerism, the establishment of diagnosis, and its
importance in various surgical and interventional procedures. Although
the retroaortic left brachiocephalic vein is asymptomatic, its
recognition during clinical investigation should raise the possibility
of an association with other malformations, especially right aortic
arch, ventricular septal defect, and anomalies of the outflow tracts. We
submit that an increased appreciation of this venous anomaly may
facilitate surgical planning, endovascular procedures, placement of
central venous lines, and transvenous pacemakers.
Neutrophil-mediated mechanisms in non-vascular Behçet’s syndrome
Authors: Bettiol Alessandra , BECATTI MATTEO , Slvestri Elena , Argento Flavia Rita , Fini Eleonora , Mannucci Amanda , Galora Silvia , Mattioli Irene , Urban Maria Letizia , Malandrino Danilo , Palermo Adalgisa , Taddei Niccolò , Emmi Giacomo , Prisco Domenico , Fiorillo Claudia
Published: August 2021

Objective: Behçet’s syndrome (BS) is a systemic vasculitis with several
clinical manifestations. Neutrophils hyperactivation mediates vascular
BS involvement, via a massive production of reactive oxygen species
(ROS) and the release of neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs). We
investigated neutrophil-mediated mechanisms of damage in non-vascular BS
manifestations and explored in vitro the effects of colchicine in
counteracting these mechanisms. Methods: NETs and intracellular ROS
production was assessed in blood samples from 80 BS patients (46 with
active non-vascular BS, 34 with inactive disease) and 80 healthy
controls. Moreover, isolated neutrophils were incubated for 1 hour with
an oxidating agent (2,2′-azobis (2-amidinopropane) dihydrochloride;
250nM), and the ability of pure colchicine pre-treatment (100ng/ml) to
counteract oxidation-induced damage was assessed. Results: Patients with
active non-vascular BS had remarkably increased NET levels [21.2 (IQR
18.3-25.9) mU/ml] compared to patients with inactive disease [16.8
(13.3-20.2) mU/ml] and to controls [7.1 (5.1-8.7) mU/ml],
p<0.001]. Also, intracellular ROS tended to be increased in
active BS, although not significantly. In active non-vascular BS, NETs
correlated with neutrophils ROS production (p<0.001) and were
particularly increased in patients with active mucosal
(p<0.001), articular (p=0.004), and gastrointestinal symptoms
(p=0.006). On isolated neutrophils, colchicine significantly reduced
oxidation-induced NET production and cell apoptosis, though not via an
antioxidant activity. Conclusion: Neutrophil-mediated mechanisms might
be directly involved in non-vascular BS, and NETs, more than ROS, might
drive the pathogenesis of mucosal, articular and intestinal
manifestations. Colchicine might be effective to counteract
neutrophils-mediated damage in BS, although further studies are needed.
Takotsubo syndrome following pericardiectomy
Authors: Zhang Huan , Liao Xuelian
Published: August 2021

Background: Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TC) is defined as a temporary and
reversible systolic abnormality of the left ventricle’s apical area
resembling myocardial infarction (MI) in the nonexistence of coronary
artery disease (CAD)[1].Only a few cases have been reported after
cardiac operations or after pericardiocentesis. Aims: To emphasize the
need to be aware of the possibility of the occurrence of this
potentially fatal complication after cardiac surgery. Materials and
methods: A-66-year old man underwent pericardiectomy.Postoperative he
endured TC and progressed exacerbation of hemodynamic
instability.finally, he had to be supported by intra-aortic balloon
pump（IABP),extracorporeal membrane oxygenation（ECMO).
Results: Patient’s left ventricle function recovered fully in two weeks.
Discussion: we discussed the pathogenesis and treatment of postoperative
TC. Conclusion:TC has to be carefully considered in differential
diagnosis in case of acute left ventricle dysfunction following cardiac
surgery. Keywords: pericardiectomy; takotsubo cardiomyopathy.
La importancia de análisis nutricionales de la leche en ganado doble propósito en el Piedemonte Llanero
Authors: Roa Vega María Ligia , Diaz Arias Camilo Andrés
Published: August 2021

La ganadería de doble propósito en Colombia se localiza en regiones del trópico bajo como en valles de los ríos Magdalena y Cauca, la Costa Atlántica y los llanos, donde se encuentra la zona del Piedemonte del Meta, que se caracteriza porque la producción de leche se hace principalmente con ganado doble propósito que son cruces de Bos Taurus con Bos indicus, donde las vacas son ordeñadas a mano una vez al día y los terneros permanecen con sus madres durante alrededor de los 9 meses de edad. Aunque las cualidades nutritivas de la leche y sus derivados, son de excelente calidad nutricional, existen riesgos para una producción inocua, principalmente en estas zonas tropicales donde la ganadería se hace de forma extensiva y el manejo de leche no puede ser el mejor debido a la falta de infraestructura para la conservación de este producto, por lo tanto se puede incrementar el riesgo de contaminación y multiplicación de microorganismos, los cuales se detectan en el laboratorio mediante la contabilización de unidades formadoras de colonias, (UFC), la presencia de coliformes totales y fecales, microorganismos que pueden alterar las calidad físico-química de sus componentes: densidad, grasa y solidos no grasos, este artículo tiene como objetivo explicar de manera didáctica de cómo se realizan algunos análisis nutricionales y microbiológicos para determinar la calidad de la leche en el Laboratorio y su importancia para una producción inocua, y que son del ámbito de incumbencia de la Producción Animal y Ciencias Veterinarias, puesto que surgen claramente demandas de los sistemas sociales y productivas a los que estos profesionales deben estar atentos, puesto que los conceptos de calidad y sanidad están unidos en toda la cadena productiva de la leche.
Environmental investment governance in Latvia: planning process and decision-making framework development
Authors:   University of Latvia, Krukle Zanda , Ernsteins Raimonds ,   University of Latvia
Published: August 2021

Applying governance process cycle steps model (5P model), the study focuses on the national environmental investment governance process by structuring and characterizing, particularly, investment planning process, including the integrative in-depth analysis of investment thematic content and framework (inextricably linked to the sectorial needs). Investment allocation is the governance instrument to be especially emphasized as being also necessary for the eventual implementation of all other governance instruments (such as infrastructure or communication ones), which all need financial support for their development, implementation or innovation. The study includes the investment instrument selection analysis at the policy planning stage for the most efficient investment and all sectorial policies implementation in order to reach the defined environmental governance goals. The study is practice-based research with elements of the participatory action research. Study is currently also topical since national investment planning process and final document is in the development process, detecting the main fields of investment in Latvia for the next 8 years. The structure and specifics of the planning stages of environmental investment governance process were identified along with related deficiencies and improvement needs, and, there were developed structured decision-making frame recommendation, based on the three main factors and subsequent set of complementary aspects identified as necessary required assistance to decide on the investment allocations.