bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Digital engineering audit management strategy based on machine learning combined with wireless communication network
Authors: Li Jie
Published: September 2023

In response to the evolving landscape of the modern era, the requirements for engineering audit have undergone significant changes. To achieve efficient audit tasks and obtain accurate and reliable results, the integration of machine learning and wireless network technology has become essential, leading to the emergence of digital and information-based audit modes. This paper focuses on the development of a digital audit system that combines engineering audit management fusion with machine learning and wireless network technology. Such an approach reflects the dynamic shift in internal audit functions and objectives, providing clear guidelines for the future of digital audit management. By harnessing the power of machine learning and wireless networks, the digital audit system effectively addresses challenges associated with data management, sharing, exchange, and security during the audit process. Through seamless integration, it enables comprehensive electronic and digital management of internal and audit business processes. This research explores the platform’s functionalities and its potential application, using actual audit data for analysis. The proposed digital audit system showcases superior real-time data querying performance, heightened accuracy in checks, and enhanced retrieval capabilities. The simulation results validate the system’s efficacy, highlighting its ability to deliver true and dependable audit outcomes. By embracing digital transformation, the engineering audit field can harness the potential of cutting-edge technologies, thus paving the way for a more efficient, reliable, and future-ready approach to audit management.
An architecture for the dynamic adaptation of an intelligent multi-tutoring system
Authors: Rida Zakaria , Boukachour Hadhoum , Ennaji Mourad , Machkour Mustapha
Published: September 2023

The articulation between machine tutoring and human tutoring remains a productive research within in the context of Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITS), particularly in the context of e-learning where the dropout rate is high. We explore an innovative approach, the automation of tutoring as it is done in the classroom to respond to the difficulties of the learner. We propose a generic Intelligent Multi-Tutoring System (IMTS) architecture composed of two modules COMES and MAT. The Communication Entry Service (COMES) module manages communications between the IMTS and a Learning Management System (LMS). The module Multi-Agent Tutoring (MAT) is the multi-agent system developed with JADE, which allows the dynamic adaptation of tutoring (Machine, Peer, Teacher) according to the profile of the learner. We offer a configurable system to customize tutoring to the individual needs of each learner. It can be grafted onto any learning platform, making it multidisciplinary and easy to integrate into existing learning environments. The teacher will be able to devote more time to learners which need greater his intervention.The peer will develop human and relational qualities linked to their know-how, transversal skills sought by recruiters. To validate this architecture, we provide an application and results that integrate the elements of the described model. The results of the experiment prove the feasibility and reliability of our approach.
A novel hash based feature descriptors for content based image retrieval in large database
Authors: Lalitha K. , Murugavalli S. , Roseline A. Ameelia
Published: September 2023

For retrieving the relevant images from the internet, CBIRs (content based image retrievals) techniques are most globally utilized. However, the traditional image retrieval techniques are unable to represent the image features semantically. The CNNs (convolutional neural networks) and DL has made the retrieval task simpler. But, it is not adequate to consider only the finalized aspect vectors from the completely linked layers to fill the semantic gap. In order to alleviate this problem, a novel Hash Based Feature Descriptors (HBFD) method is proposed. In this method, the most significant feature vectors from each block are considered. To reduce the number of descriptors, pyramid pooling is used. To improve the performance in huge databases, the hash code like function is introduced in each block to represent the descriptors. The proposed method has been evaluated in Oxford 5k, Paris 6k, and UKBench datasets with the accuracy level of 80.6%, 83.9% and 92.14% respectively and demonstrated better recall value than the existing methods.
Psychiq and Wwwyzzerdd: Wikidata completion using Wikipedia
Authors: Erenrich Daniel
Published: September 2023

Despite its size, Wikidata remains incomplete and inaccurate in many areas. Hundreds of thousands of articles on English Wikipedia have zero or limited meaningful structure on Wikidata. Much work has been done in the literature to partially or fully automate the process of completing knowledge graphs, but little of it has been practically applied to Wikidata. This paper presents two interconnected practical approaches to speeding up the Wikidata completion task. The first is Wwwyzzerdd, a browser extension that allows users to quickly import statements from Wikipedia to Wikidata. Wwwyzzerdd has been used to make over 100 thousand edits to Wikidata. The second is Psychiq, a new model for predicting instance and subclass statements based on English Wikipedia articles. Psychiq’s performance and characteristics make it well suited to solving a variety of problems for the Wikidata community. One initial use is integrating the Psychiq model into the Wwwyzzerdd browser extension.
The Effects of Fungal Fermented Feeds on Broiler Chicken Growth Performance, Gut Morphology, and Gastrointestinal Tract Microecology: A Review
Authors: Ahmad Farah , Rafi Uzma , Afzal Imran
Published: September 2023

Due to the shortage of poultry feed ingredients and the resultant continuous increase in their prices, researchers have been looking for their alternatives. Agricultural wastes and by-products (such as wheat bran, rice husk, sour cherry kernel, palm kernel, cassava pulp, rapeseed meal, and corn meal) are among such alternatives, although they cannot be used directly due to their high crude fiber content. Fermentation is an evolving process that converts complex substrates into simpler molecules using bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms. It improves the nutrient content of feed ingredients. It is also used to ferment agricultural waste materials in order to improve their nutritional value, so they can be utilized as broiler feed. Moreover, it can provide an inexpensive feed source to poultry industry and convert waste materials into a useable product. Different bacterial and fungal strains are employed for fermentation. This review focuses on the use of fungal fermented agricultural waste-based feed and its effects on broiler chicken growth performance, gut morphology, and gastrointestinal tract microecology.
Upaya Edukasi Politik Humas DPR RI Pada Generasi Muda Melalui Program Parlemen Remaja 2021
Authors: Prily Adinda , Putri Citra Eka , Lubis Adiella Yankie , Pasaribu Mukka
Published: September 2023

Citra negatif DPR RI saat ini sangat disorot oleh media karena berbagai kasus yang menimpa anggotanya. Masyarakat memandang negatif citra DPR RI karena berita-berita yang mereka lihat di media saat ini, kurangnya edukasi mengenai kinerja DPR menyebabkan para remaja cenderung bertambah sinis terhadap politik dan proses demokrasi di Indonesia. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui strategi Humas dalam upaya mengedukasi Politik generasi Muda pada Program parlemen Remaja 2021. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah studi kasus, pendekatan kualitatif dengan Paradigma Konstruktivisme. Adapun teori yang digunakan adalah 4 step dan 7 cs. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah Humas Sekjen DPR-RI berupaya untuk terus menjalankan tugas, fungsi serta perannya dengan baik. Program parlemen remaja merupakan strategi yang digunakan oleh Humas DPR RI dalam melakukan pendekatan politik kepada generasi muda untuk mulai menyukai dunia politik dan tidak menganggap DPR RI sebagai lembaga negara dengan citra yang buruk.
ANALYSIS OF HOSPITAL ANTIBIOTIC PRESCRIPTIONS AFTER THE IMPLEMENTATION OF STEWARDSHIP: A RETROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY IN TWO HOSPITALS IN NORTH-EASTERN SICILY
Authors: Coppolino Salvatore , Crucitti Veronica , Federico Febronia , Leotta Emanuele , Caporlingua Nadia
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Antimicrobial resistance is a global problem caused by the inappropriate use of antibiotics. To combat this phenomenon, multidisciplinary antimicrobial stewardship programmes have been initiated, the primary objectives of which include improving both the level of appropriateness of prescription and clinicians’ awareness of the correct use of antibiotics. Objective/Purpose: The objective of the work was to conduct an analysis of antibiotic consumption at hospital level to assess the appropriateness of antibiotic prescription in a number of Operational Units. Method: From 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2022, data were extracted from the Pharmacy Operational Unit’s management software on the dispensing of antibiotics (injectable and oral use), the Defined Daily Doses, and the number of dosage units dispensed to the General Medicine, Intensive Care, General Surgery and Neurorehabilitation Operational Units of two hospitals. Results: Total antibiotic consumption was 7,845 dosage units in 2021 and 10,182 in 2022. The comparison of the defined daily dose values (4,565,485 in 2021 and 5,079,671 in 2022) is indicative of the use of antibiotics with different dosages, with a percentage increase of 11.3%. A comparison was also made between the Defined Daily Doses/100 bed-days delivered in 2021 and the regional and national figures, yielding a significantly lower figure than these latter figures. Conclusions: The loss of antibiotic efficacy threatens to throw healthcare systems into crisis, leading to in an increase in morbidity and mortality from infections. The implementation of antimicrobial stewardship programmes remains, at present, the best tool to harness in order to curb the phenomenon of antimicrobial resistance. There is therefore a need for increasingly specialised professionals in the field of infectious diseases. Nurses and pharmacists play a crucial role in antimicrobial stewardship programmes, as they collaborate not only in the implementation of antimicrobial guidelines, but also in the review of individual patient regimens in order to optimise treatment and in the training of healthcare personnel on the appropriate use of antimicrobials.
Sensory Processing in the Children Aged Under 14 Years
Authors:   Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Shahbazi Marjan , Alizadeh Zarei Mehdi ,   Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Shahbazi Fatemeh ,   Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran., Mirzakhani Navid ,   Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: September 2023

Objectives: Individuals should have good sensory processing ability to function appropriately and participate in daily activities. This investigation aimed to evaluate the sensory processing characteristics of children aged under 14 years. Methods: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study. The study population comprised all children aged >14 years referred to child’s developmental centers and elementary and middle schools in Tehran City, Iran. After considering the inclusion criteria, 1272 children were selected using multistage cluster sampling. The research tool was sensory profile-2, completed by children’s caregivers and teachers. Their sensory processing characteristics were measured according to the cut-off scores of the separate questionnaires of Sensory profile-2 in the section, school, and quadrant factors. Results: The research samples scored just like the majority of others on most sensory processing areas, with only two quadrants, one sensory section, and one school factor score indicating “less than others” or “more than others.” Discussion: According to the findings, a high sensory sensitivity leads to intolerance of children in schools. Also, the low level of sensory seeking in toddlers is associated with less than other scores in movement items.
The Incidence of Lung Cancer and Smoking in Iran, Turkey, England, and the USA: A Comparative Study
Authors:   Student Research Committee, Semnan University of Medical Scienses, Semnan, Iran., Sheikh Samira , Poursadeghian Mohsen ,   Department of Occupational Health Engineering, Ardabil University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Rohaninasab Marzieh ,   Department of Aestetic and Restorative, School of Dental, International Campus, Tehran University of Medical Sciences,Tehran, Iran., Vatani Javad ,   Department of Occupational Health Engineering, Guilan Road Trauma Research Center, School of Health, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Akhlaghi Pirposhteh Elham ,   Department of Occupational Health Engineering, School of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran., Ahmadi-Mazhin Sadegh ,   Department of Public Health, School of Health, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran., Salehi Sahlabadi Ali ,   Department of Occupational Health Engineering, School of Health and Safety, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Eshaghzadeh Maliheh ,   Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Torbat Heydariyeh University of Medical Sciences, Torbat Heydariyeh, Iran., Dehghan Nayeri Amir Hassan ,   Student Research Committee, Semnan University of Medical Scienses, Semnan, Iran., Khammar Alireza ,   Department of Occupational Health Engineering, Toxicology and Addiction Research Center, School of Health, Zabol University of Medical Sciences, Zabol, Iran.
Published: September 2023

Objectives: Lung cancer is the deadliest and the costliest cancer in the world. In this study, we compared the situation of this disease in several countries by considering the most important risk factor of lung cancer (smoking). Methods: This is a comparative study, a comprehensive one which was done on lung cancer rates in four countries: Iran, Turkey, England, and the USA, during the past twenty years (2002-2021). Age-standardized rate (ASR) index and the percentage of smokers were extracted from available information in the World Health Organization (WHO) databases, The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Health Statistics 2021, and other valid related articles. After comparison, control procedures were examined. Results: England, with an ASR of 46, has the highest rate of lung cancer, and Iran, with an ASR of 21, has the lowest rate. Turkey has the highest percentage of smokers (29.3%), and the lowest percentage belongs to Iran (20%). Regarding the increasing trend of the ASR index, lung cancer in Iran and Turkey has had an upward trend, and England and the United States have a downward trend. Taxes on cigarettes are a significant factor in smoking reduction. Among these 4 countries, the lowest cigarette tax belongs to Iran (4.83%). Discussion: The result of this study shows that the incidence of lung cancer in Iran is rising, so following successful countries in imposing cigarette taxes can be an effective step to reduce smoking. Training programs, cultural improvement, and new diagnostic methods can also be useful in reducing lung cancer ASR.
HER2 Amplification in Non-Mutant RAS Status in Patients with Metastatic Colorectal Cancer and the 2-Year Survival Rate
Authors:   Gastrointestinal Cancer Research Center, Non‐Communicable Diseases Institute, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran, Zaboli Ehsan , Shirazi MajiMiriha Davood ,   Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti Hospital, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran, Naghshvar Farshad ,   Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, Sari Imam Khomeini Hospital, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran, Alizadeh-Navaei Reza ,   Gastrointestinal Cancer Research Center, Non‐Communicable Diseases Institute, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran, Shirazi HajiMiriha Masumeh ,   Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Sari Imam Khomeini Hospital, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
Published: September 2023

Introduction: HER2 amplification is a therapeutic target in breast and stomach cancer, but the relationship between HER2 and response to treatment in metastatic colorectal cancer has not been fully determined. This study investigated the incidence of HER2 overexpression in non-mutant RAS patients with metastatic colorectal cancer to determine the two-year survival rate in patients referred to Imam Khomeini Hospital in Sari between 2014-2018. Material and Methods: This cohort study was conducted between 2014 and 2018 among patients with metastatic colorectal cancer who were identified as non-mutant (wild) NRAS, KRAS, and BRAF genes. Patients received cetuximab. The clinical course of the patients was evaluated simultaneously during this evaluation period, and the two-year survival rate of the patients and the response to cetuximab were evaluated. Data were entered into SPSS software version 24 and analyzed. Results: Twenty-five patients were examined, 60% were men. The most common symptom in patients was abdominal pain (32%). The majority (72%) of the study patients did not undergo surgery, 24% underwent hemicolectomy and 4% underwent total colectomy. The incidence of HER2 positive in women was higher than in men (10% vs. 6%) and in grade 1 patients was higher than grade 2 (8.3% vs. 1.1%). Forty-four percents of patients had positive two-year survival. Among patients with positive two-year survival, 9.1% were HER2 positive and 90.9% were HER2 negative. Conclusion: The results of the study showed that infectious causes (influenza) and underlying CLD including asthma were major causes of ARF in pregnant women. Thus, more careful attention is needed to control the underlying disease, and planning for easier access to the influenza vaccine can play an effective role in reducing the incidence of pulmonary infections.
Investigating the Antimicrobial Activity of Different Extracts of Echium on Selected Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria
Authors:   Department of Biology, School of Basic Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Borujerd Branch, Borujerd, Iran, Kavehei Masoud , Sefidroo Seyed Hasan ,   Department of Biology, School of Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Medicinal plants have had a special value and importance in providing health and wellness of communities both in terms of treatment and prevention of diseases. The aim of this research was to investigate the antimicrobial activity of different extracts (aqueous, ethanolic, and methanolic) of two types of Echium (Helioteropium ellipticum and Anchusa strigosa) on Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus Cereus, Escherichia Coli, Salmonella Typhi and Shigella dysentery bacteria. Material and Methods: Extracts were prepared by soaking method. Antimicrobial activity was determined by two methods: dilution sequence in liquid medium and diffusion from disk in solid medium. The data were analyzed with SPSS24 software. Results: Gram-positive bacteria showed more sensitivity to the extracts than Gram-negative bacteria. Antimicrobial activity of Heliotropium ellipticum was more than Anchusa strigosa. Aqueous extract has the lowest and ethanolic extract has the highest antimicrobial activity. Staphylococcus aureus showed the highest and Escherichia coli the lowest sensitivity to the extracts. Staphylococcus aureus bacteria showed the largest diameter of non-growth aura (20.67 mm) at the concentration of 50 mg/ml of ethanolic extract, and the MIC of Staphylococcus aureus had the highest sensitivity at 312.5 PPM dilution. Conclusion: The two tested species have good antimicrobial activity and they can be used as natural substitutes for chemical antimicrobial agents.
Investigation of Stress-Inducing Factors and Preoperative Anxiety and Their Mitigation Strategies from Patients' Perspectives in Surgical Departments of Educational Medical Centers at Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences in 2023
Authors:   School of Allied Medical Sciences, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran, Asadpour Sorkhkolaee Hodeise , Mokarrami Rostami Mahsa ,   School of Allied Medical Sciences, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran, Pahnabi Ali ,   School of Allied Medical Sciences, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
Published: September 2023

Introduction: In light of the progress made in anesthesia and surgical procedures resulting in fewer complications and greater success rates, preoperative stress and anxiety persist among patients. This study aimed to evaluate stress-inducing factors and preoperative anxiety and explore strategies for their mitigation among surgical patients. Material and Methods: This descriptive-analytical study was conducted in 2023 on 375 surgical patients in the operating room departments of educational medical centers affiliated with Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences. Simple random sampling was employed and a questionnaire designed by the researchers was used to collect data (with Cronbach's alpha reliability coefficient of 0.81). The data were analyzed via SPSS 20 software. Results: The study revealed that 60% of the total participants were male, with a mean age of 40 years. Moreover, 72% of the participants were married. The preoperative stress factors had a mean score of 7.29, with the next most significant factors being stress-inducing factors related to the department (19.6%), followed by stress-inducing factors related to the surgical staff (13.2%), and stress-inducing factors from the physical environment of the operating room (11.4%). Conclusion: The final results of this study suggest that by identifying influential factors on preoperative stress and addressing them, it is possible to minimize preoperative anxiety. Therefore, it is recommended to develop educational programs for physicians and personnel to alleviate stress-inducing factors and provide patients with essential information about surgical complications, the surgical process, and anesthesia procedures.
Effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder on Sleep Quality in Family Members of Trauma Patients Admitted to The Intensive Care Unit
Authors:   Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Orthopedic Research Center, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran, Faramarzi Abbas , Shorofi Seyed Afshin ,   Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Traditional and Complementary Medicine Research Center, Addiction Institute, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran, Yazdi Khadijeh ,   Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran, Tatari Mahin ,   Counseling and Reproductive Health Research Centre, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran, Esmaeili Ravanbakhsh ,   Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Orthopedic Research Center, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
Published: September 2023

Introduction: The hospitalization of individuals who have experienced trauma has a significant impact on their family members' lives. Consequently, the objective of this study was to examine the influence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) on the sleep quality of family members whose loved ones were hospitalized in the intensive care unit (ICU). Material and Methods: This descriptive-analytical cross-sectional study involved 120 participants (66 males and 54 females) who were first-degree relatives of trauma patients admitted to the ICU at 5th Azar Hospital in Gorgan. Within the first 24 hours of the trauma patient's admission to the ICU, one of their first-degree relatives completed the PCL-C questionnaire for assessing PTSD symptoms. If the participant obtained a score of 45 or higher on the PCL-C questionnaire, they were then requested to complete the Pittsburgh sleep quality questionnaire. Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS 23 software. Results: The study found that the average score for PTSD among participants was 67.8 ± 5, indicating a high level of stress. The sleep quality score for family members of trauma patients upon hospitalization was 3.9 ± 1.8 (acceptable). However, one month later, their sleep quality significantly deteriorated to a score of 9.3 ± 2.5 (poor) (P < 0.001). There was no significant association found between sleep quality and PTSD (P > 0.05). Conclusion: The research findings indicate that the admission of a trauma patient to the ICU has a significant negative impact on the sleep quality of their family members. Although PTSD was prevalent among these individuals, it did not directly influence sleep quality. Nevertheless, addressing psychological issues and providing adequate psychological support are crucial for improving sleep quality and managing PTSD-related problems, especially for patients with severe complications.
АНАЛІТИЧНА ОЦІНКА ПОСЛУГ ВАНТАЖНИХ ПЕРЕВЕЗЕНЬ В УМОВАХ ВОЄННОГО СТАНУ
Authors: Томчук Олена , Головченко Яна
Published: September 2023

Статтю присвячено розкриттю особливостей перевезень різними видами транспорту в умовах воєнного стану. Визначено переваги та недоліки вантажних перевезень різних видів транспорту. Побудовано діаграми зовнішньоекономічної діяльності морськими вантажоперевезеннями, вантажними перевезеннями морськими та річковими портами до 24 лютого 2022 року і після. Проаналізовано види послуг вантажоперевезень залізничним транспортом: експорт, імпорт, транзит, внутрішні перевезення. Зазначено, що зменшення кількості вантажних перевезень, безоплатне перевезення внутрішньо переміщених осіб, військових та гуманітарних вантажів, а також різке зростання ціни на паливо та ракетні удари по цивільній енергетичній інфраструктурі призвели до вимушеного підвищення тарифів на послуги вантажних перевезень. Запропоновано покращення послуг вантажних перевезень, які можливо виконати в умовах війни.
Mental Health & Educational Attainment: Learning From Indigenous Youth Who Are Homeless
Authors: Mirza Sabina
Published: September 2023

Indigenous youth who experience homelessness are faced with multilevel challenges related to family, health, service access, support, employment and education. Navigating racism, ageism and other forms of discrimination complicates the search for pathways out of homelessness, especially when attempted without systematic adult support. In this study, the educational experiences of homeless youth across the York Region of Toronto were explored in depth. The narratives shared by 11 Indigenous youth convey their perspectives on education, health and mental health, and other life contexts affected by homelessness. Analyses of their dialogues can help educators, researchers and service providers better understand their health and mental health challenges. Despite desires to continue with their educational pursuits, they are often forced to drop out of school prematurely. Their perspectives, especially about mental health and education, can raise awareness about youth homelessness in suburban areas surrounding Toronto.
HOW DOES ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT THERAPY REDUCE BURNOUT AMONG ACADEMICIANS FROM MALAYSIAN RESEARCH UNIVERSITIES? A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Authors: Teoh Kok Ban , Nik Yaacob Nik Rosila
Published: September 2023

The prevalence of burnout among academicians in Malaysian Research Universities (RUs) is a growing concern in contemporary times. The confluence of high job demands, and limited job resources has contributed to heightened levels of burnout among this population. Recognizing the urgency of addressing this issue, the present study conducts a systematic review to examine the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in reducing burnout levels among academicians in RUs in Malaysia. Through a comprehensive analysis of relevant literature, a limited number of studies meeting the inclusion criteria were identified and reviewed. The findings of the study demonstrate that ACT holds promise as an effective intervention for decreasing burnout levels among academicians, while simultaneously enhancing psychological flexibility. The implications of this study extend to both scholars and experts invested in mitigating the pervasiveness of burnout among academicians in Malaysian RUs, offering valuable insights for the development of targeted interventions and strategies.
CABARAN DAN PERMASALAHAN MENGURUSKAN PERNIAGAAN KETIKA COVID 19: KES PENGUSAHA MADU KELULUT DI SIK KEDAH
Authors: Abdullah Syahrina , Mat Hassan Ahmad , Hj Rofie Mohamad Khadafi
Published: September 2023

Usahawan sering berhadapan dengan cabaran dan rintangan dalam menguruskan perniagaan. Maka, usahawan harus merancang, mengurus, mengelola dan melaksanakan strategi perniagaan dengan efisyen, cekap dan berkesan. Ketika pandemik Covid-19 melanda dunia, Malaysia juga turut terkesan dengan wabak ini sehingga berlakunya krisis ekonomi yang mencabar. Bagi perusahaan kecil dan sederhana (PKS) pula, keadaan pandemik ini sudah pasti memberi cabaran utama terhadap aliran pendapatan perniagaan kerana operasi perniagaan terpaksa dihentikan sepanjang tempoh Peraturan Kawalan Pergerakan (PKP) yang dilaksanakan oleh kerajaan dalam membendung wabak ini. Kertas kerja ini membincangkan cabaran dan permasalahan yang dihadapi oleh usahawan ketika tempoh PKP yang dilaksanakan oleh kerajaan. Kaedah pengumpulan data secara kualitatif telah dilakukan melalui temubual secara atas talian dan bersemuka terhadap sepuluh (10) usahawan kecil yang menjalankan perniagaan madu kelulut di Daerah Sik, Kedah. Seterusnya, penyelidik juga telah memperolehi maklumat berkaitan usahawan tentang cabaran yang dihadapi melalui temubual bersemuka. Hasil dapatan mendapati usahawan kecil menyatakan tempoh pandemik Covid-19 memberi impak negatif terhadap jualan dan aliran pendapatan usahawan PKS. Terdapat lima permasalahan dan cabaran utama yang dihadapi usahawan kecil ketika pandemik Covid-19. Cabaran dan permasalahan tersebut dikategorikan kepada lima klasifikasi utama iaitu masalah pemasaran, masalah pengurusan, masalah pengeluaran, masalah produk dan masalah kewangan. Justeru, usahawan PKS haruslah bijak menangani dan menguruskan perniagaan ketika wabak pandemik daripada segala aspek perniagaan demi kelestarian perniagaan usahawan kecil di Malaysia.
Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, Resilience, and Academic Anxiety among College Students: A Structural Equation Modeling Approach
Authors: Sujadi Eko
Published: September 2023

One of the challenges faced by students is academic anxiety, which can have negative impacts on their academic activities. The aim of this study was to examine the direct effects of mindfulness, self-compassion, and resilience on academic anxiety, as well as the mediating role of resilience in these relationships. A cross-sectional study was conducted, and a sample of 344 university students from Jambi Province, Indonesia was recruited to complete the Academic Anxiety Scale (AAS), Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ), Self-Compassion Scale (SCS), and Brief Resilience Scale (BRS). The structural model was tested using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The study revealed that there were significant negative effects of mindfulness, self-compassion, and resilience on academic anxiety. Additionally, the findings indicated that resilience acted as a mediator in these relationships. This study has implications for the importance of preventing and managing academic anxiety among students by enhancing mindfulness, self-compassion, and resilience. Counseling services in universities should be maximized to address this issue.
Risk Factor Analysis of Anxiety Disorder in Third Trimester Pregnant Women
Authors: Nursyifah Reski , Setiawati Dewi , Suryaningsih Rista
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Pregnancy is a natural thing for productive women. Anxiety that occurs in pregnancy is an emotional response related to the concern felt by the mother for the well-being of herself and her fetus during pregnancy, childbirth and the role of being a mother later. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between age, level of education, occupation, economy, parity, environmental status, and religious spiritual activities on anxiety disorders in third trimester pregnant women in Somba Opu District, Gowa Regency.

Methods: The instrument in this study used a questionnaire. The sample used in this study consisted of 136 third trimester pregnant women in the work area of ​​Syekh Yusuf Hospital and Sungguminasa Health Center. Data was processed and analyzed as needed and data analysis using Chi Square test p<0.05

 

Results: The study showed that there was a significant relationship between age, education level, occupation, economic factors, parity, and religious spiritual activities with anxiety disorder levels in third trimester pregnant women and this study did not show that there was a significant relationship between living environment status. with the level of anxiety disorder in third trimester pregnant women (0.514)

Conclusion: There is a relationship between age, education level, occupation, economic factors, parity, and religious spiritual activities with anxiety disorder levels in third trimester pregnant women, and there is no relationship between living environment status and anxiety disorder levels in third trimester pregnant women.
Sensitive Molecular Detection for Salmonella Enterica Serovars Typhimurium
Authors: Idrus Hasta Handayani , Handayni Sarwo , Fitriana Fitriana
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Salmonella infections contribute significantly to gastroenteritis cases, with the National Salmonella Reference Laboratory reporting 500 isolates in 2022. However, traditional culture-based methods for detecting Salmonella in samples can take 4 to 7 days to confirm a positive result, which poses health risks due to delayed detection. Given these health risks, swift and accurate detection methods are essential to minimize both false-positive and false-negative outcomes. Salmonella, a gram-negative bacterium within the Enterobacteriaceae family, demonstrates remarkable hardiness, surviving for several weeks in dry environments and months in water. Although most serotypes of Salmonella cause relatively mild gastroenteritis, some, particularly those transmitted from animals to humans, can lead to severe, life-threatening conditions

Methods: The qRT-PCR procedure involved the design of primers and probes targeting the same genes as the mPCR assay. These primer sets were reconfigured to generate smaller amplicons suitable for qRT-PCR systems

Results: qRT-PCR process, TaqMan probes were meticulously designed for specific target genes: FAM dye was employed to detect STM2745, Cy5 dye was used for STM4492, and Rox dye was utilized to detect. A standard curve was constructed using Typhimurium LT2 genomic DNA. Each sample underwent duplicate analysis, and Rotor-Gene software was employed to assign threshold values for each channel.

Conclusion: The effectiveness of our qPCR assay for the detection of Salmonella across a diverse array of matrices. Notably, our results unveiled distinct limits of detection for Salmonella in various samples. Specifically, a parallel vein, the deployment of a PCR assay, leveraging an immunomagnetic separation technique for DNA extraction, was studied by another group. While subsequent analysis of Salmonella detected via our assay may necessitate the full ISO SMT method for live culture isolation, this supplementary step can be seamlessly conducted alongside qRT-PCR.
Association of Nutritional Intake and Toddler Development
Authors: Awalia H Risky , Rahim Rosdianah , Gama Arlina Wiyata , Rahman Abdul
Published: September 2023

Introduction: This study explores the impact of nutritional intake on the growth and development of children, particularly in terms of brain development during the toddler phase. The objective was to establish a link between nutritional intake and children's development. Methods: This research employs a quantitative approach, utilizing an analytical survey design with a crosssectional methodology. The research tools consisted of a developmental pre-screening questionnaire and a Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ). The sample included 74 children aged 1 to 3 years, who were attendees of the Bulukunyi Health Center in Takalar Regency. The data analysis was conducted using the Chi Square test, with statistical significance set at p < 0.05. Results: The study unveiled noteworthy correlations between protein intake (p = 0.013), vitamin A (p = 0.019), and vitamin C (p = 0.011) and the growth and development of children. Conclusion: This research establishes a positive connection between protein intake, as well as the intake of vitamin C and vitamin A, and the development of children during the toddler phase.
Sosialisasi Literasi Digital dalam Peningkatan Kualitas SDM bagi Masyarakat Pesisir Malang Selatan
Authors: Rakhman Fathor
Published: September 2023

Literasi informasi memiliki peran yang penting dalam mencapai tujuan program pemberdayaan masyarakat di kawasan pesisir. Hal ini dapat dipahami, karena literasi informasi merupakan merupakan salah satu aktifitas penting dalam hidup. Merespon hal tersebut, peningkatan kemampuan literasi digital masyarakat merupakan hal yang sangat mendesak. Kendala yang terjadi pada masyarakat pesisir pantai Malang Selatan tentang minat baca masih rendah. Tentu hal ini akan berdampak pada kurangnya pengetahuan. Maka dari itu kami dan tim membuat program untuk meningkatkan minat baca yang hampir punah agar anak-anak, remaja, dan orang dewasa di pesisir pantai Malang Selatan dapat gemar membaca. Upaya yang dilakukan oleh tim meliputi:  survei awal, penyuluhan, pelatihan dan pendampingan. Waktu pelaksanaan kegiatan yaitu bulan Januari hingga Februari. Berdasarkan  evaluasi terhadap  pengabdian  yang  telah  dilakukan  diketahui  bahwa  dengan  dilakukan  penyuluhan dan pelatihan literasi digital  mampu meningkatkan minat baca masyarakat pesisir pantai Malang Selatan.
Pengenalan dan Pelatihan E-Commerce Sebagai Media Pengembangan Bisnis Bagi Kelompok Wanita Tani - Komunitas Ayo Menanam Indonesia (KWT-KAMI) Bandar Lampung
Authors: Josiah Trisnowati , Saleh Khairul , Yamin Yuliana
Published: September 2023

Penggunaan internet mengalami transformasi yang signifikan pasca pandemi COVID-19. Dengan pembatasan fisik dan pergeseran kegiatan ke ranah digital selama pandemi, internet menjadi pondasi utama bagi berbagai aspek kehidupan. Sektor bisnis mengalihkan fokusnya ke e-commerce dan pemasaran digital, serta interaksi sosial pun semakin bergantung pada media sosial dan aplikasi komunikasi virtual. Oleh karena itu, tujuan pengabdian ini adalah untuk melaksanakan pengenalan dan pelatihan E-commerce sebagai media pengembangan bisnis bagi Kelompok Wanita Tani – Komunitas Ayo Menanam Indonesia (KWT-KAMI) yang ada di Kelurahan Surabaya, Kecamatan Kedaton, Kota Bandar Lampung. Metode yang digunakan dalam pengabdian ini adalah pemaparan teori dan praktek dengan 4 tahapan yakni, tahapan persiapan, pelaksanaan, monitoring, dan evaluasi. Dari kegiatan pengabdian ini, terlihat peningkatan kemampuan anggota KWT-KAMI dalam memahami kegunaan, cara penggunaan, cara promosi di media sosial dan e-commerce. Selanjutnya, pihak KWT-KAMI disarankan untuk dapat berinovasi dan terus meningkatkan kualitas produk dam kuantitas promosi agar mencapai hasil yang maksimal.
«Profanum i sacrum» place of the building of the Cathedral of the Dormition of the Theotokos in medieval Halych
Authors: Petehyrych Volodymyr
Published: September 2023

The article is devoted to the study of the specifics of the development of the profane and sacred space of the Krylos mountain, on which in the middle of the XII century the main shrine of medieval Halych was built – the Dormition Cathedral, which was discovered by Yaroslav Pasternak. Attention is paid to the reasons for the arrangement of the cathedral on not the best place on the mountain with a noticeable northern slope. For this purpose, according to archeological sources, the condition of households and religious development of the area intended for the cathedral and the nearest territory before its construction was analyzed. It is established that the studied objects functioned in this area from VIII to the middle of the XII century.
Under the central part of the cathedral, Ya. Pasternak discovered a large pit, which he interpreted as the remains of a pagan shrine. According to Yu. Lukomskyi, this object was used for firing plaster. Results of activity of the expedition led by V. Aulikh discovered two water drainage channels cut by the foundations of the northern wall of the cathedral was important to highlight the question of the construction site of the cathedral and the functions of this object. These channels arranged by stone constructions were probably used to drain water from the spring(s), and the large pit may have been the remains of a pagan shrine built nearby. It was only during the building of the foundations of the cathedral, in particular for the north wall, that the builders cut these drainage structures. Since then, these structures, like the sources, stopped functioning. This is confirmed by later chronicle descriptions of the military events of the ХІІІ century when those of its members who were hiding in the cathedral died of thirst without water.
In the example of the Dormition Cathedral of medieval Halych, built on the place of ancient household and religious buildings of pagan times, we see that many Christian churches bear the seal of duality: the sacred in them is not completely separated from the profane. On the contrary, the sacred is often manifested through the profane, that is, the solemn – through the secular, mundane.
Key words: Dormition Cathedral of medieval Halych, Krylos mountain, residential and household buildings, a pagan temple, profane and sacred space.
Spas (Sambir) – Carpathian residence od Dux Lev
Authors: Pohoralskyi Yaroslav
Published: September 2023

The historical tradition connects the final period of life and the burial place of Galician-Volhynian Prince Lev Danylovych with a small Carpathian village of Spas (Lviv region) which is situated in the Upper Dnister area. Considering the fact, that we have almost no evidence about this period of the life of the Prince, only the connected archaeological and historical data along with some fragmentary evidence give us the opportunity to reconstruct the status and role of this area during the medieval period.
The sources indicate that Spas had the complex of the principal residence of Lev Danylovych, first as the Prince of Peremyshl (1240–1260 CE) and then (around 1279-1301 CE) as the ruler of Rus and the Prince of Galicia and Volhynia. The building of the residence along with its functioning was connected with the rivalry of the Prince with city and aristocracy opposition, the Mongolian military actions, the intensification of the Polish-Hungarian foreign policy of the Prince, and finally – its advantageous geographical position on the cross of the trade roads and salt-making production centers.
The Spas complex very well corresponded with the concept of the «big cities» of Rus and included a stronghold-fortress, the Prince court with a wooden palace, church (monastery), a dungeon tower, and guarding fortresses, suburban areas, villages, and monasteries. The whole complex was generally called Sambir. A bishop of Peremyshl had his residence at the court which additionally gave him the title of the bishop «of Sambir». The cathedral of Spas held its status as the residence of the local church authority if the following centuries. It is quite clear, that Prince Lev died in Spas (Sambir) and he was buried in the principal burial place – the Church of Spas (Transfiguration).
Key words: Peremyshl land, Spas (Sambir), hill-fort, church, Prince Lev Danylovych, principal court-residence.
Unknown Gothic construction at the Latin Cathedral in Lviv
Authors: Lukomskyi Yuri
Published: September 2023

Little-known architectural and archaeological objects studied during the rescue archaeological research on the Cathedral Square in Lviv in 2006: remains of ancient wooden roads, a stone-brick building, and a brick fence of the temple area have been introduced into scientific circulation. Based on stratigraphic and historical-architectural analyses, the dating of the relics was justified, their functional interpretation was carried out, as well as the historical-cartographic identification of some of them.
In the first cultural layers formed on a part of the area, complexes of finds from the Early Iron Age
(VII–VI centuries BC) and Middle Ages (XI–XIII centuries) were discovered. Until the period of the locational city of the ХІV–ХVІ centuries two tiers of wooden roads were assigned, the discovered fragments of which have reached our days in a good condition of preservation. It was established that their construction consisted of transverse depressions, longitudinal timbers, and transverse boardwalks secured with wooden joints. It is noted that the found fragments of contours and directions of ancient roads indicate a freer planning structure of the Lviv city center in the Gothic period.
An unknown stone-brick building located in the corner of the church area is recognized as one of the most mysterious. It was established that its deep pit cuts through a layer of stone paving on yellow sand, which covers a complex of wooden streets and can be dated back to the second quarter of the ХVІ century. Taking into account the Gothic style of brickwork preserved on the third tier of the interior, as well as the stratification of the internal filling, the construction is dated back to the third quarter of the ХVІ century and it was interpreted as the family tomb of one of the richest residents of the city. The unconventional spatial orientation of this type of building is associated with the possible contour of the fence of the area of the church cemetery, which in the plan had a corresponding break in the corner, and the later brick fence of the cathedral area appears in the ХVІІ – the first half of the ХVІІІ century when the burial construction was no longer functioning.
It has been established that the cartographic analysis of the situation gives grounds to assume that in the 1760s the tomb was completely leveled, and in its place, there was a corner gate. It is noted that in 10 years, cartographers will record the appearance of a right angle of the fence at the corner of the plot, as well as the making of a new gate, limited by thickened pillars. It is indicated that the foundation of one of them was identified and recorded during archaeological research. As a result of rescue excavations, some architectural and archaeological relics were identified in the modern environment of the square to emphasize the importance of these objects of cultural heritage in the history of Lviv.
Key words: Lviv, architectural archaeology, Gothic construction, stone fence, wooden streets, cultural heritage.