bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Mengeksplorasi Hubungan Antara Aerobic Exercise Dan Cardiorespiratory Fitness Pada Anak-Anak: Tinjauan Literatur
Authors: Aziz Muhammad Ivan Miftahul , Awaluddin
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi hubungan antara latihan aerobik dan perkembangan sistem cardiorespirasi pada anak-anak. Metode yang digunakan dalam penulisan artikel ini adalah dengan pendekatan studi literatur, melibatkan pengumpulan data dari artikel terbitan antara tahun 2013-2023 dengan sample usia 6-12 tahun yang terlibat dalam program latihan aerobik selama periode waktu tertentu. Adapun yang menjadi sumber informasi dalam artikel ini berasal dari berbagai artikel yang terdapat pada google scholar, elsevier, dan researchgate, dengan menggunakan kata kunci Aerobic Exercise, Cardiovascular dan Respiratory. Data yang dikumpulkan mencakup parameter cardiorespirasi seperti denyut jantung, kapasitas paru-paru, dan tingkat konsumsi oksigen selama dan setelah sesi latihan aerobic. Selain itu, aspek-aspek lain seperti frekuensi, intensitas, jenis latihan, dan durasi juga menjadi faktor penting dalam memahami hubungan antara latihan aerobik dan kebugaran kardiorespiratori pada anak-anak. Implikasi klinis dan pedagogis dari temuan ini menunjukkan bahwa integrasi latihan aerobik yang sesuai dalam kehidupan sehari-hari anak-anak dapat mendukung pengembangan kebugaran kardiorespiratori yang optimal. Dengan demikian, penelitian lanjutan dan pendekatan intervensi yang lebih spesifik perlu dilakukan untuk lebih memahami dinamika hubungan ini dan memberikan panduan yang lebih terperinci bagi para orang tua, pendidik, dan praktisi kesehatan dalam meningkatkan kebugaran kardiorespiratori anak-anak melalui latihan aerobik.
Tingkat Aktivitas Fisik Mahasiswa: Studi Global Physical Activity Questionnaire
Authors: Anwar Nur Indah Atifah , Hasmyati  , Zulfikar Muhammad
Published: January 2025

Bukti empiris menunjukkan bahwa aktivitas fisik menawarkan banyak keuntungan bagi anak muda. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengungkap tingkat aktivitas fisik mahasiswa. Desain penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah survey cross-sectional. Sampel pada penelitian ini ditarik menggunakan teknik convenience sampling. Sebanyak 200 mahasiswa yang berasal dari salah satu universitas di Kota Makassar dengan rentang usia 18-23 (laki-laki: 127 orang) diberikan instrumen penelitian yang digunakan untuk mengukur tingkat aktivitas fisik mereka. Kuesioner yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ) yang dikembangkan oleh WHO untuk memantau aktivitas fisik yang mencakup beberapa komponen aktivitas fisik, seperti intensitas, durasi, dan frekuensi, dan menilai tiga domain tempat aktivitas fisik dilakukan (aktivitas fisik pekerjaan, aktivitas fisik terkait transportasi, dan aktivitas fisik selama waktu luang). Data yang terkumpul dianalisis mengunakan teknik analisis deskriptif dan analisis perbandingan juga digunakan untuk melihat perbedaan faktor gender. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tingkat aktivitas fisik mahasiswa secara umum berada pada kategori sedang. Analisis perbandingan menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan pada skor aktivitas fisik mahasiswa mahasiswa laki-laki dan perempuan dengan mahasiswa laki-laki memiliki aktivitas fisik yang jauh lebih tinggi dibandingan mahasiswa perempuan.
Tingkat Keterampilan Servis Panjang Forehand Bulutangkis Pada Atlet
Authors: Syahruddin  , Sahabuddin  , Hakim Hikmad , Ishak Muh
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui tingkat keterampilan servis panjang forehand bulutangkis pada atlet.  Populasi dari penelitian ini adalah seluruh atlet putra PB. Karsa Mandiri Makassar usia 15-18 tahun. Sampel dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 17 atlet putra. Teknik pengambilan sampel dalam  penelitian  ini  menggunakan teknik sampling jenuh. Instrument yang digunakan yaitu tes dan pengukuran tingkat keterampilan servis panjang forehand bulutangkis.  Teknik  analisis  data  yang  digunakan  dalam penelitian ini adalah statistik deskriptif dalam bentuk persentase. Hasil penelitian tingkat keterampilan servis panjang forehand bulutangkis pada atlet putra PB. Karsa Mandiri Makassar usia 15-18 tahun dengan kategori baik sekali (0%), 4 atlet kategori baik (23,52%), 7 atlet kategori sedang (41,17%), 3 atlet kategori kurang (18%), dan 3 atlet kategori kurang sekali (18%). Berdasarkan hasil tersebut bahwa tingkat keterampilan servis panjang forehand bulutangkis  pada atlet putra PB. Karsa Mandiri Makassar usia 15-18 tahun masuk dalam kategori sedang.
Analysis of Smash Accuracy in The Game of Badminton Viewed From Arm Muscle Strength And Body Height In PB Athletes Karsa Mandiri Makassar
Authors: Ilmi Andi Taufiq Nur , Hudain Muh Adnan , Suwardi  , Wahyuddin  , Irfan
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the relationship between arm muscle strength and height with smash accuracy in badminton among PB. Karsa Mandiri Makassar athletes. The research method used is a quantitative approach with a descriptive analysis design, normality, and homogeneity. The research subjects consisted of 16 badminton athletes actively training at PB. Karsa Mandiri Makassar. Data collection was conducted through measurements of arm muscle strength using a dynamometer and height using standard measuring instruments. Smash accuracy was measured through a smash skill test in badminton. The data obtained were analyzed descriptively to describe the characteristics of each variable. Normality tests were conducted to ensure normal data distribution using the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, while hypothesis testing was conducted using linear regression statistical techniques to see the effect of arm muscle strength and height on smash accuracy. The analysis results showed that the data were normally distributed. Additionally, a positive and significant relationship was found between arm muscle strength and smash accuracy (sig. T = 0.003 < 0.05), as well as between height and smash accuracy (sig. T = 0.019 < 0.05). This indicates that the better the arm muscle strength and the taller the athlete's posture, the better the resulting smash accuracy. The F-test result with a probability value of 0.001 indicates significance below the 0.05 significance level. Therefore, H0 is rejected and H1 is accepted, meaning that the independent variables of arm muscle strength and height simultaneously (together) have an influence on smash accuracy.
Pengaruh Latihan Push Up Normal dan Decline Push Up Terhadap Kemampuan Jump Servis pada Permainan Bolavoli Siswa SMAN 6 Jeneponto
Authors: Yusril Muh , Arimbi  , Sudirman  , Hasbunallah AS  , Hudain Muh. Adnan
Published: January 2025

The purpose of the study was to determine the effect of normal push up training and decline push up training and the difference between normal push up training and decline push up training on jump serves in the SMAN 6 Jeneponto volleyball game. The sample in the study was 24 people. This research is an experimental study by giving jump serve tests in the form of pretests and posttests. Data analysis techniques using SPSS 25. The results of data testing obtained a t-count value of 5,000 and for the t-table obtained 1,795 and a significance value of 0.000 <α0.05, these results indicate that there is a significant difference. Because the t-count is greater than the t-table, so Ho is rejected, thus meaning that there is a significant effect of normal push up training on jump service ability. The results of data testing obtained a t-count value of 5,082 and for the t-table obtained 1,795 and a significance value of 0.000 <α0.05, these results indicate that there is a significant difference. Because the t-count is greater than the t-table, so Ho is rejected, thus it means that there is a significant effect of decline push up training on jump service ability. Based on the table above, the t-test has a post-test value between the normal push up training group and the decline push up training as follows. The results of data testing obtained a t-count value of 1,292 and for the t-table obtained 2,073 and a significance value of 0.210 greaterα = 0.05, Ho rejected H1 accept means there is a difference in jump serve between students who get normal push up training and decline push up training. Conclusion 1) there is a significant effect of normal push up training on jump serve ability. 2) There is a significant effect of decline push up training on jump serve ability. 3) There is a difference between normal push up training and decline push up training on the ability to jump serve in the ball game of SMAN 6 Jeneponto students.
Problematics of Physical Education Teachers in Modifying PJOK Learning Media at Public Primary School In Herlang Bulukumba
Authors: Putra Syah Risal , Arimbi  , Yasriuddin  , Ridwan Andi , Hudain Muh Adnan
Published: January 2025

In the learning process, there are many challenges faced by physical education teachers at schools, particularly in providing a comfortable learning environment for students. Physical education teachers need to be able to offer engaging learning experiences, whether using tools or making modifications, so that PJOK (Physical Education, Sports, and Health) lessons are enjoyable for students. This research was conducted to understand the challenges faced by physical education teachers in modifying PJOK learning media in elementary schools using descriptive qualitative research methods. Data analysis shows that 1 physical education teacher falls into the excellent category with a percentage of 12.5%, 1 teacher is in the good category with a percentage of 12.5%, 4 teachers are in the moderate category with a percentage of 50%, 1 teacher is in the less good category with a percentage of 12.5%, and 1 teacher is in the poor category with a percentage of 12.5%. The contributing factors include, firstly, inadequate facilities and infrastructure at the school, which do not support the learning process, causing difficulties for the teachers as many students struggle to grasp the material. Second, the relatively low level of creativity among physical education teachers in teaching PJOK. Thirdly, the high workload, especially due to their responsibilities for numerous extracurricular activities and sports at the school, in addition to their classroom teaching duties. The conclusion of this research is that the inadequate facilities and infrastructure, relatively low creativity levels among teachers, and the high workload are significant challenges
Efektifitas Model Pembelajaran Diferensiasi Untuk Meningkatkan Motivasi Mahasiswa Dalam Mata Kuliah Kebugaran Jasmani
Authors: Anwar Nur Indah Atifah , Syafruddin Akbar
Published: January 2025

This study is an experiment that aims to increase student motivation through the implementation of a differentiation learning model in physical fitness courses. The population in this study were students of the Faculty of Sport Sciences, Makassar State University with a sample size of 37 students. The sampling technique was carried out using a random sampling technique. The data collection technique was carried out using a motivation questionnaire with a Crinbach's Alpha reliability value of 0.960. The questions consisted of 20 items with 5 (five) answer choices. The data analysis technique was carried out using the t-test and the N-Gain test which aimed to determine the extent to which the implementation of the differentiation learning model was effective in increasing student motivation in following the lecture process. Based on the results of the effectiveness test, the maximum value was 89.29; the minimum value was 52.63; and the average value was 75.6. Based on these average values, it can be concluded that the implementation of the differentiation learning model is quite effective in increasing student learning motivation in physical fitness lectures.
70 años de libertad religiosa
Authors: Villagrán Medina Gonzalo
Published: January 2025

La libertad religiosa hay que entenderla ante todo como un derecho fundamental reconocido por la Declaración Universal de Derechos Humanos. Desde ahí la Declaración Dignitatis humanae nos muestra cómo la entiende la Iglesia católica desde el Vaticano II. Una vez asumida como derecho fundamental la problemática sobre la libertad religiosa se ha desplazado más bien hacia el campo de la relación Iglesia-sociedad y la laicidad, esto queda recogido en el reciente documento de la Comisión Teológica Internacional sobre la libertad religiosa. Los artículos en la revista Proyección sobre la libertad religiosa nos muestran como la revista ha seguido esta evolución y cómo faltaría una mayor reflexión sobre los mejores rasgos de una sana laicidad.
Ciencia, religión y teología en España (1954-2024)
Authors: Sequeiros Leandro
Published: January 2025

La revista Proyección. Teología y Mundo actual cumple 70 años. En 1954 aparecía el primer número con el deseo de tender puentes entre la Teología y la sociedad. Uno de los aspectos recurrentes es la integración interdisciplinar entre ciencia, religión y teología. Se describe la situación histórica de las relaciones entre personas e instituciones dedicadas al encuentro entre las ciencias de la naturaleza y la reflexión teológica a lo largo de estos setenta años años en España. Tal vez fue la aparición de la encíclica Humani generis (1950) del Papa Pío XII la que desencadena un interés por esta reflexión. Nuestra perspectiva es que existen pocas instituciones que potencian esta tarea y, aunque crece el interés, resta aún mucho camino para consolidar puentes sólidos en esta tarea de integrar interdisciplinarmente la épica del discurso científico y la épica del discurso teológico. Defendemos que una formación epistemológica adecuada de los teólogos y de los científicos es necesaria para poder lograr unos objetivos intelectuales, prácticos y afectivos suficientes.
Įgalinančių socialinių paslaugų modelis socialinės gerovės politikos kontekste
Authors: Dvarionas Džiugas , Motiečienė Roberta , Ruškus Jonas , Mažeikienė Natalija , Naujanienė Rasa
Published: January 2025

Šio straipsnio tikslas – pateikti ir aptarti LMT paremto projekto (MIP-021/2011) metu sukurtą ir empiriniais tyrimo duomenimis pagrįstą koncepcinį įgalinančių socialinių paslaugų modelį Lietuvoje išryškinant ir palyginant įvairias socialinės politikos bei valstybės gerovės ideologijų sąsajas, taip pat atskleidžiant ir apibendrinant atlikto empirinio tyrimo duomenimis grįstus socialinių paslaugų teikėjų ir gavėjų vertinimus.
Tarp modernumo ir postmodernumo: „subkultūros“ ir „subkultūros nario“ sampratų kaita teorijų ir empirinių tyrimų kontekste
Authors: Šatūnienė Reda
Published: January 2025

Straipsnyje analizuojama, kaip teorinėje plotmėje kito „subkultūros“ samprata nuo neformalias jaunimo subkultūras akademiniame tyrimų lauke įteisinusios Birmingemo mokyklos laikų (8-ojo dešimt. vidurio) iki šių dienų postmodernistinių teorinių implikacijų. Tekste pristatomi didžiausią įtaką subkultūrų tyrimams padarę antropologų, etnologų ir sociologų darbai, aptariamos pagrindinės autorių idėjos. Empirinėje straipsnio dalyje susitelkiama į „subkultūros“ ir „subkultūros nario“ sampratų vartoseną ir joms teikiamas reikšmes Lietuvos pankų subkultūroje.
The Importance of Performance Appraisal Management and Job Promotion in Shaping Employee Work Productivity
Authors: Fakhita Hannan Nasutioin  , Mu’thial Abadi  , Ritha F. Dalimunthe  , Prihatin Lmbanraja
Published: January 2025

Abstract, Performance appraisal and promotion management are crucial elements in human resource management aimed at increasing productivity and creating a competitive work culture. Performance appraisal enables objective evaluation of employee contributions, identifying training needs, and building transparent career development paths. Meritocratic-based promotion not only encourages employee motivation and loyalty, but also minimizes the potential for internal conflict and the risk of bias. The results of the study indicate that an effective performance appraisal system contributes to talent retention, job satisfaction, and innovation in the organization. With a structured and development-oriented approach, companies can ensure sustainable productivity and strong leadership.
Efektivitas Kebijakan Moneter Bank Indonesia dalam Meningkatkan Akses Layanan Perbankan Syariah
Authors: Eneng Siti Sutihat  , Hasan Bulqiah  , Rasidah Novita Sari
Published: January 2025

Sharia-based monetary policy instruments, such as the Bank Indonesia Sharia Certificate (SBIS) and the Sharia Interbank Money Market (PUAS), contribute significantly to liquidity stability and expand access to sharia banking services. Even though the sharia banking sector continues to grow, the market share of the national banking industry is still relatively small due to low financial literacy, limited infrastructure and global economic challenges. This research highlights the importance of strengthening sharia financial literacy, developing digital infrastructure, as well as collaboration between the government, private sector and Bank Indonesia to overcome these obstacles. Strategic recommendations are provided to increase sharia-based financial inclusion which is expected to become a model for countries where the majority of the population is Muslim.
Synthesis and Characterization of Novel Bis-Schiff Bases Based O-Tolidine
Authors: Al-Jumaili Mustafa , Mohammed Adnan Abid
Published: January 2025

Three novel Schiff base (A-C) was reported in this study by reaction of o-tolidine with three different aldehydes 2-bromobenzaldehyde, 3-hydroxybenzaldehyde, and 2,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde to attain three novel Bis-Schiff Bases ligands in high yield (86-97%). Thin-layer chromatography (TLC) technique is used to monitor the reaction. These agents were characterized by 13C, 1H NMR, HRMS, FTIR, and melting point. The synthesized tcompounds (A-C) are expected to have considerable biological activity owing to their molecular structure, which incorporates essential imine functional groups.
Management of Herbal Drink Processing Lime Leaf Mistletoe
Authors: Puput Mulyono  , Singgih Purnomo
Published: January 2025

Indonesia is one of the countries that utilize plants as alternative medicine to address illnesses experienced by individuals. This research method is qualitative research, where this method is expected to produce meaning and clarity from the approach through speech, description and behavior in groups of people and institutions in the process of collecting data in the field. Herbal drinks are drinks made from natural ingredients or spices and have many health benefits for the body. Orange mistletoe leaves are often brewed into tea, which is a popular way to consume them and get their health benefits. Herbal drinks from orange mistletoe leaves are a good choice to improve health naturally. With the various benefits it offers, including antioxidant activity and antimicrobial properties, this drink can be a valuable addition to a healthy diet.
Effect of hyperbilirubinemia on Some Physiological parameters in infantile in Karbala city
Authors: Abid Qasim Hamadi
Published: January 2025

Given that these substances' levels are essential for informing medicalpersonnel about the body's reaction to the different treatments beingadministered, this study was planned to assessment some physiologicalvariations to infants infected with hyperbilirubinemia. This will help themedical staff manage the condition properly with lower morbidity andmortality. In this study, 60 patients and 40 healthy controls (clinicallyevaluated by a specialist physician) are selected from males who are only1 year old. This study conducted in Al-hussein medical city Hospital inKarbala city. This study showed that significant decrease in weight,hemoglobin and packed cell volume in patients in comparison withhealthy, while noted significant increase in total white blood cells inpatients comparison with healthy, while showed there are insignificantchange in red blood cells and platelet.
CT scan assessment of Olfactory Fossa in Kirkuk adult population prior to sinus surgery
Authors: Hussein Karim Mahmood
Published: January 2025

Background:
 
The fovea ethmoidalis and the lateral lamella of the cribriform plate of the ethmoid bone are the parts of the skull base that are most vulnerable to iatrogenic problems during functional endoscopic sinus surgery. The vertical height of the cribriform plate's lateral lamella, which is divided into three groups based on Keros types. According to the Keros, The likelihood of iatrogenic injury and issues increases with the cribriform plate's lateral lamella height.
 
Aim of the study:
 
The aim of this study is to assess the discrepancies in the ethmoid roof elevation (the depth of the olfactory fossa) amongst the adult Kirkuk population using multi-detector computed tomography.
 
Patients and methods:
160 persons who were referred for a CT scan to evaluate their paranasal sinuses participated in the study. Participants in this study were not allowed to have any pathological abnormalities affecting the ethmoid roof. According to the Keros classification, which was split into three groups (Keros I from 1 to 3 mm, and from 4 to 7 mm considered Keros II, while Keros III should be from 8 mm and more), the vertical height of the lateral lamella of the cribriform plate was measured using the coronal portion of a CT image.
Results:
The patients' average age was 35.25 ±14.16 years. The range of the left lateral lamella height is 2.1 to 10.0 mm, and the range of the right lateral lamella height is 2.0 to 9.9 mm. Of these, 43.75% had Keros type I, 55% had Keros type II, and 1.25% had Keros type III.
 
Conclusion:
Keros type II was present in the majority (about 55%) of the adult population in that was studied while Keros type I was (about 43.75%). However, just (about 1.25%) of the adults population in the sample had Keros type III.
Envelhecimento, Bem-Estar e Religiosidade em Portugal: Uma Revisão de Literatura
Authors: Paulino Catarina , Carapeto Maria João , Grácio Luísa
Published: January 2025

Investigações internacionais sugerem que um maior envolvimento na religiosidade está positivamente associado a melhor saúde física e mental e a uma maior sensação de bem-estar ao longo da vida e negativamente associada ao medo e evitação da morte e menor risco de depressão. A religiosidade refere-se a uma caraterística psicossocial incluindo um conjunto de crenças, rituais e práticas religiosas na procura de uma conexão com o transcendente. A presente revisão de literatura tem como objetivo compreender a relação entre a vivência da religiosidade e o bem-estar ao longo do envelhecimento de adultos portugueses de meia-idade e mais velhos. Recorreu-se às bases de dados B-On, SCOPUS, RCAAP e Web of Science. Foram analisadas publicações entre 2014 e 2024 e as palavras-chave foram, em português e inglês, “meia-idade/idoso/envelhecimento; bem-estar; religiosidade/espiritualidade e Portugal”. Utilizaram-se artigos e dissertações completos, de acesso livre, com amostra portuguesa, excluindo-se as que não se debruçavam sobre religiosidade. Entre as 123 publicações iniciais passaram à fase de análise nove, todas de investigação empírica, das quais um artigo, uma tese de doutoramento e sete dissertações de mestrado. Os resultados apontam a religiosidade enquanto estratégia de coping que permite enfrentar com maior resiliência as adversidades do processo de envelhecimento proporcionando sentimentos de maior satisfação com a vida, segurança e socialização. Verificam-se relações positivas entre religiosidade e bem-estar. Um estudo sugere também que a relação entre religiosidade e bem-estar psicológico pode ser negativa. Estes dados trazem para primeiro plano a complexidade da relação entre religiosidade e bem-estar que necessita de mais investigação.
Design and Performance Analysis of an Industrial Absorber for the Dehydration of Natural Gas using Triethylene Glycol
Authors: Wosu Chimene Omeke
Published: January 2025

The water content of natural gas is one of the main concerns facing the gas processing industries. This leads to hydrate
formation, obstructions, and flow problems, all of which corrode the transmission pipeline and processing plant. This
research examined the design and performance analysis of an absorber, a key component of the natural gas triethylene
glycol (TEG) dehydration plant, with the regenerator as the other unit. This was done in an effort to lessen or stop the
aforementioned problems because natural gas is a cheap and clean energy source that is used both domestically and
industrially. In a dehydration plant, the absorber is set up to guarantee that the water content of gas is adequately and
successfully eliminated to satisfy the requirements for pipeline transmission. Aspen HYSYS Version 12 was used to model
the absorber design or specification under natural gas feed conditions. The absorber design specification was determined
to be 7.00 m for column height, 1.50 m for diameter, 1.77 m2 for area, and 12.38 m3 for volume, using the conservation
law of mass and energy. The absorber design or specification is appropriate for the best dehydration of natural gas with
feed pressure, temperature, and flow rate of 6205.28 kPa, 29.440 °C, and 768.63 kg/s, respectively, according to the
analysis of the mass or composition and energy balance of the dehydration process. This study found a direct correlation
between the size specification, absorber performance efficiency, and natural gas input condition. The developed models
provide valuable insights and resources for absorber design and optimization of similar units in gas processing facilities,
enhancing their performance and operational efficiency.
Patient nutrition of after kidney transplantation
Authors: Januszko-Giergielewicz Beata , Borek-Trybała Paulina
Published: January 2025

Introduction

Kidney transplantation (KTx) constitutes the ultimate renal replacement therapy, ensuring the longest life expectancy for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its best quality. In addition to pharmacological treatment and immunosuppressive (IS) therapy, diet is an essential component of therapy for kidney transplant recipients.

Aim

The aim of this study was to provide a comprehensive analysis of nutrition-related issues in patients after KTx.

Material and methods

A review of the available research papers and monographs on nutrition after KTx published during the last 5 years was carried out.

Results and discussion

Nutrition of the patient after KTx is influenced by many factors, related to the overall treatment process. These include the recipient’s baseline kidney disease, comorbidities, and nutritional parameters prior to transplant qualification, donor-dependent factors (e.g. infections), adequate preparation for surgery (prehabilitation), the course of surgery and its complications, as well as IS and its side effects.

Conclusions

(1) Nutrition after KTx constitutes a significant component of therapy and affects early and late treatment outcomes. (2) Nutrition of the patient after KTx should be adjusted to the patient’s clinical status and nutritional parameters prior to and after surgery, as well as comorbidities. (3) When creating a nutrition-based treatment plan for patients after KTx, IS therapy, along with its complications and nutritional interactions, should always be considered.
Variant Inferior Vena Cava Associated with Combined Variation of Renal and Testicular Arteries: A Case Report and Clinical Implications
Authors: Lufukuja George J , Fabian Flora M , Kilimba Michael
Published: January 2025

This case report details multiple vascular anomalies discovered during routine abdominal dissection, including duplication of the inferior vena cava (IVC), the right testicular artery (RTA) originating from an accessory right renal artery, and unusual drainage of the right testicular vein into the right part of the double IVC. Currently, computed tomography and angiography are instrumental in diagnosing IVC duplication, highlighting its clinical significance with increased risks of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Understanding these variations from an embryological perspective is crucial for managing clinical cases and planning surgical interventions involving the posterior abdominal wall. This case study explores the embryological origins of these vascular anomalies. It discusses their potential clinical implications, emphasizing the importance of accurate imaging techniques and comprehensive anatomical knowledge in clinical practice.
Diagnostic Challenges in Donor Studies: A Case of Buried Penis Secondary to Giant Inguinoscrotal Hernia and Scrotal Lymphedema
Authors: Zarrella Dominique , Holovac David , Albert Jordyn , Asada Julia , Staser ENS Olivia , Leighton Maria Ximena , Dimitrakoff Jordan , Parker Lynette , Knollmann-Ritschel Barbara , Lenert Joanne , Lashley Kerrie , Mateo Rodrigo , Buescher Teresa , Granite Guinevere
Published: January 2025

Buried or hidden penis, also known as buried or hidden penis syndrome, is a condition where the penis is normal in size, but concealed beneath the abdomen, thigh, or scrotum. Seen in children due to congenital abnormalities, post-circumcision scarring, or obesity, buried penis in adults is less well-defined and often linked to obesity, prior surgical history, or lymphedema. Diagnosis is primarily clinical and relies heavily on detailed patient history and thorough physical examination, which is unattainable when studying a donor.

We report a case of an 86-year-old male donor whose penis was not externally visible as it was buried inside dilated scrotal sac secondary to lymphedema in the setting of a giant indirect inguinoscrotal hernia. Given our findings, we hypothesize that tension created by the hernia pulling on the skin, as demonstrated by scrotal sac dilation combined with subsequent/concurrent lymphedema, likely contributed to what appeared to be a buried penis. However, the lack of accessible information on this cadaver, including a detailed past medical and surgical history, limits the certainty of a buried penis diagnosis in this context.

This case is unique in exploring the possible relationship between a giant inguinoscrotal hernia and a buried penis but without the detailed patient history typically required for a definitive buried penis diagnosis. Our findings highlight the limitations of diagnosing a buried penis in donor studies and suggest that anatomical changes other than the previously well-defined historical criteria should be considered as likely contributors to adult-acquired buried penis.
Ladd’s Bands in Adults: A Cadaveric Report and Series of Delayed Diagnosis and Long-term Symptoms
Authors: Mujumdar Mayuresh , Rahmaan Hannah , Wadhwa Saniya , Wise Alexander , Maynes Elizabeth
Published: January 2025

Intestinal malrotation resulting in Ladd’s bands are congenital anomalies where the intestines fail to rotate properly during normal embryological development. These are usually discovered in early childhood and are mostly seen in pediatric populations. Corrective surgery is termed Ladd’s procedure and involves removal of abnormal tissue bands and intestinal re-positioning. Ladd’s bands in adults are rare and often have variable clinical presentation ranging from asymptomatic to intermittent abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, and vomiting from months to years, which can lead to misdiagnosis. Here we present a case of an incidental finding of Ladd’s bands in a 77-year-old male cadaver during a routine dissection as well as a literature review of 15 case studies on adults with Ladd’s bands. Although it is a rare pathology, Ladd’s bands should be considered in the differential diagnosis of patients presenting with common gastrointestinal symptoms. The frequently delayed diagnosis of this condition may result in unnecessary treatments and prolonged discomfort for patients. Further research is needed to understand better the incidence, diagnostic criteria, and optimal management strategies for Ladd’s bands in adults, which remain an under-recognized cause of chronic abdominal complaints.
Seamless Automation: Integrating BPM and RPA with Pega
Authors: Munnangi Sivasatyanarayanareddy
Published: January 2025

The integration of Business Process Management (BPM) and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) within the Pega platform provides a transformative approach to process automation. BPM enables the orchestration of complex workflows and case management, while RPA automates repetitive tasks, driving efficiency across various business functions. Pega’s unified platform integrates these capabilities with AI-driven decision-making, intelligent case management, and adaptable automation, allowing seamless collaboration between human workers and robotic agents. This article explores the technical architecture, integration strategies, and best practices for combining BPM and RPA within the Pega ecosystem. Supported by real-world case studies, it demonstrates how this synergy enhances operational excellence, reduces costs, ensures compliance, and accelerates digital transformation in diverse industries. Through a detailed exploration of implementation steps and key challenges, businesses can uncover how this powerful integration transforms workflows to deliver sustainable results.
Preliminary phytochemical characterization of Heliotropium curassavicum and H. veronicifolium from Tucumán with pharmacological interest in goat farming
Authors: Condorí Miranda Darío , Ale Cesar Emmanuel , Guardia Gustavo Adrián , Fortuna Antonio Mario
Published: January 2025

In Argentina, goat farming represents an important livestock activity, being Tucumán a province with productive areas represented by Trancas, Tafí del Valle and Graneros departments. Among biotic diseases that affect this activity, infectious diarrhoea stands out caused by Escherichia coli. Emergent bacterial resistance to antibiotics mainly used in livestock production affects their profitability and leads researchers to consider alternative therapies based on metabolites from plants. Boraginaceae plant family produces a large amount of secondary metabolites, such as alkaloids, and phenolic compounds with well-known antibacterial properties, standing out Heliotropium genus. In our laboratory, preliminary studies on extracts of three species of Heliotropium from Tucumán demonstrated antimicrobial activity against bacteria related to infectious diarrhea in goats and food-borne pathogen. In this work, chemical composition of H. curassavicum (from Tapia and Santa Maria areas) and H. veronicifolium (from Tapia area) extracts, was determined with the aim of characterizing them and inferring presence of compounds families with antimicrobial potential. The extractions were carried out with ethyl ether, isopropanol-water and methylene chloride. After a comparative analysis considering plant species and collection area, some variations were found. Polar compounds showed the highest yields and FT-IR reveal similar functional group profiles in all extracts related to phenols, tannins, flavonoids, triterpenes, steroids, and alkaloids. The results obtained will allow a further deeper study of antimicrobial activity of fractions enriched in phenolic compounds and alkaloids in accordance with the extensive bibliographic evidence supporting their biological activities.
Optimizing Regional Budget Management through Financial Ratio Analysis
Authors: Anggraini Deasy Eviya , Prayoga Bintang Eko Dwi
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze regional financial performance and regional financial capacity of the City Government. The data analysis in this study is descriptive quantitative by calculating the financial ratios of the Regional Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBD). These data were obtained through the Notes to the Financial Statements (CaLK) for 2017-2021. The results of this study indicate that the regional financial performance of Surakarta City in 2017-2021 shows the ratio of independence included in the delegative relationship pattern with the highest ratio of independence in 2021 of 102.82%. The rise and fall of the independence ratio is also accompanied by the rise and fall of the dependency ratio in the medium to low category and the ratio of the degree of fiscal decentralization in good condition. The ratio of effectiveness and efficiency ownsource revenue receipts has also fluctuated, but the level of effectiveness has been adjusted effectively to very effective and the efficiency is still focused on being very good or efficient. Regional Government spending is still prioritized for direct spending with a ratio of direct and indirect expenditure of 35.61% to 64.39%. Furthermore, the position of locking the regional financial capacity is in quadrant II, namely low share and high growth with an average share of 45.93% and an average growth of 106.62%. While the results of the calculation of the City Financial Capability Index for Fiscal Years 2017 to 2021, the index scale shows the number 0.938, This means that the Financial Capability is high. The implication of this study is that the City Government has shown good financial performance during the period under investigation, with the independence ratio increasing over time.
Enhancing Public Service Excellence through Transformational Leadership in Service Management
Authors: Wahyudin Aji , Akbar Fadhil , Rohmad Rohmad , Budi M Hanif Satria
Published: January 2025

This study aims to explore the impact of transformational leadership on improving education in Islamic primary schools. The study was motivated by the increasing need for effective leadership in educational institutions to adapt to the demands of an ever-evolving society and foster a culture of excellence. Transformational leadership, known for its ability to inspire and empower subordinates, has been proposed as a key factor in driving positive change in educational environments. A qualitative case study approach was used, using participant observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis to collect data. The findings of the study indicate that transformational leadership in Islamic primary schools has significantly increased teacher motivation, collaboration, and commitment to school development. Teachers reported feeling more involved in the decision-making process, leading to improved teaching practices and overall school performance. The village head’s leadership, characterized by openness, empathy, and teacher empowerment, created an environment conducive to continued growth. This study is expected to contribute to the understanding of how transformational leadership can positively impact educational institutions, providing valuable insights for other schools seeking to implement change and improve the quality of their services.
‘We Wish to Keep a Wall of Reserve’: Modesty Practice and Discourse within Old Order Amish and Ultra-Orthodox Jewish Communities
Authors: Neriya Ben-Shahar Rivka
Published: January 2025

This study advances our understanding of modesty practices within religious groups by examining mixed-gender groups among Old Order Amish in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and Ultra-Orthodox Jews in Israel. Through ethnographic participant observation and semi-structured interviews, my research addresses three questions central to understanding modesty practices: How do members of these religious bodies define and enforce acceptable practices of modesty and body management in mixed-gender settings? What mechanisms transmit written and unwritten rules within these groups? And how do religious leaders and texts shape modesty discourse and practices? Drawing on Hobsbawm’s differentiation between old and invented traditions, this comparative analysis reveals that Amish modesty manifests primarily through behavioral practices and parent-to-child transmission, while Ultra-Orthodox modesty encompasses both behavioral practices and formal discourse, relying on texts and books alongside interpersonal transmission. These findings suggest that Amish modesty represents largely an old tradition, while Ultra-Orthodox modesty exemplifies primarily an invented tradition. [Abstract by author.]
Symposium Review: Facing Infotainment Technologies: Evolution Beyond Human [2nd ed]
Authors: Yoder Steven , Mast Gerald , High Karlin
Published: January 2025

Daniel Mast offers a very detailed review of the ever-changing world of information technology and entertainment. The book opens by addressing the pleasure and entertainment aspects of technology and later focuses on how technology has become more advanced and has the potential to be used to monitor and control people. The intended audience is the plain Mennonite, Amish, and Brethren people. He writes from the perspective that the Bible is the final authority and cites many Biblical verses to make his case clear; the Bible gives reason for concern about the infotainment flood. As well as the Bible, the author cites many secular and Christian authors who share his concern. [First paragraph.]
Riding the Wave: Tech Tsunami's Rhetoric Enables Plain Anabaptist Adopters
Authors: Anderson Cory
Published: January 2025

Arguably, no book has shaped plain Anabaptist discourse about technology more than Gary Miller’s Tech Tsunami. Since its 2016 publication, the book has achieved near-canonical status within certain Conservative and Old Order Anabaptist circles, particularly among business owners wrestling with technology adoption. The book’s influence extends beyond the original text—an audiobook and a youth edition (Tech Talk, 2021) circulate widely, discussion groups form around its ideas, and its vocabulary infiltrates conversations about church rules. The book’s success builds on Miller’s existing platform; his works Kingdom Focused Finances, Church Matters, and Life in a Global Village helped establish him as a voice for measured change and the-conscience-in-touch-with-today among plain Anabaptists seeking ostensibly middle ground between totalitarian rejection and anarchist adoption. [First paragraph.]
Review of: Lily of Appalachia Series: Under the Bridge (2017), Under Fire (2018), and Under the Juniper Tree (2019)—Emily Steiner
Authors: Kauffman Pete
Published: January 2025

The Lily of Appalachia series—the first series by Conservative Mennonite novelist Emily Steiner—is set in the Appalachian coal-mining country of Kentucky and West Virginia. The timeline follows Lily Burchett from schoolgirl to middle years, set in (as close as I could tell) the mid-1920s through the late 1930s. Taken together, the three books, Under the Bridge, Under Fire, and Under the Juniper Tree make a full circle, where the dreams and ambitions of the first book are not realized until the last book. If you read one of these books, you should read all of them. Each book title references a symbol that holds a theme throughout the book. The first, a bridge, which symbolizes a crossing over, is washed away. The second, a fire, which is a symbol of purification, is both a metaphorical fire of persecution and the literal fire of their house. The third, a Juniper tree, is undoubtedly a reference to the Biblical story of Elijah where deliverance is found in the midst of resignation. [First paragraph.]
Review of: The Mennonites [2nd ed]
Authors: Camden Laura
Published: January 2025

Larry Towell, the first Canadian member of the prestigious photo agency, Magnum Photos, began to photograph and write about power and landlessness after a stint of volunteer work in Calcutta in 1976. In the 1980s, he photographed the Nicaraguan Contra war and the relatives of the disappeared in Guatemala. In 1996, he completed a ten-year reportage on El Salvador which was followed by two books on the Palestinians. His book Afghanistan, 2014, will be followed in 2023 by The History War (Ukraine). Now close to his seventh decade, he remains one of the best and busiest photojournalists in the world. [First paragraph.]
Letter to the Editor—Suzanne Rumsey
Authors: Rumsey Suzanne
Published: January 2025

Dear Editor, I wish to respond to G. C. Waldrep’s review of my book, Blessed are the Peacemakers: Small Histories during World War II, Letter Writing, and Family History Methodology, which offers criticism without also highlighting the book’s merits. As a counterpoint to the review, I’d like to tell JAPAS readers some positives in the book they might find interesting and valuable. My field is composition and rhetoric, so the book is written with that academic discipline in mind first; however, because of the subject matter, others beyond this field and even nonacademic readers may find it both engaging and informative. [First paragraph.]
PENGARUH CORPORATE GOVERNANCE DAN MANAJEMEN ASET TERHADAP KINERJA KEUANGAN
Authors: Mulyani Tri , Nazar Shinta Ningtiyas
Published: January 2025

This study aims to determine and provide empirical evidence regarding the influence of corporate governance and asset management on financial performance in financial sector sub-sector banks companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2020-2022. This study uses secondary data in the form of annual financial reports from the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). The population in this study is financial sector sub-sector banks companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2020-2022. The sampling technique in this study used the purposive sampling method and obtained 16 companies with a time span of 3 years, so that the data processed was 48 data samples. The data analysis technique in this study uses the multiple linear analysis method and the data analysis tool in this study uses the Eviews software program version 12. The results of the study indicate that corporate governance proxied by an independent board of commissioners, managerial ownership, and audit committee and asset management simultaneously have a significant effect on financial performance. An independent board of commissioners does not affect financial performance. Managerial ownership does not affect financial performance, The audit committee does not affect financial performance. Asset management has a positive and significant effect on financial performance.
PENGARUH MANAJEMEN ASET DAN STRUKTUR MODAL TERHADAP KINERJA KEUANGAN PERUSAHAAN
Authors: Selia Mazid Viona , Nazar Shinta Ningtiyas
Published: January 2025

This research aims to determine and obtain empirical evidence regarding the effect of Asset Management and Capital Structure on Company Financial Performance. This type of research is associative quantitative research. This research uses secondary data in the form of annual financial reports. Data in the form of annual financial reports. The population in this study were Food & Beverage Sub-sector Companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2022-2023. The sampling technique in this study using purposive sampling method, obtained 98 companies that were used used as samples of the research. Data analysis techniques in this study using the panel data regression method and data analysis tools in this study using the Eviews software program version 12. The results showed that Asset Management and Capital Structure have an effect on on financial performance. The results showed that Asset Management and Capital Structure have an effect on financial performance. Asset management has a negative effect on financial performance. Capital structure has a negative effect on financial performance.
Asymmetrical gait in young female dancers of different training styles
Authors: Tang Xuan , Shen Boyu , Kim Youngsuk , Qiu Xuan , Wu Chaojie , Kim Sukwon
Published: January 2025

Background: the objective of this study is to evaluate gait symmetry in female dancers of different dance styles aged 19–21 years. The findings would enable us to understand the effects of long-term training on dancers’ gait. Material and methods: 21 dancers (8 modern dancers, 6 ballet dancers, and 7 Korean dancers) and 15 normal participants completed three validated walking tests at normal speed on a 5 m × 1 m walking track. Results: The modern dancer group showed a significant difference from the control group in terms of step length symmetry index. The right hip sagittal plane ROM was smaller in both the ballet dancer group and the Korean dancer group than in the control group. There was a significant difference in sagittal plane hip ROM in the Korean dancer group compared with the control group. The hip symmetry index in the horizontal plane was greater in all three groups of dancers than in the control group. Conclusions: Long-term training between different dance styles leads to different gait asymmetry effects in dancers.