bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Motivasi Peternak Sapi Dalam Adopsi Inovasi Inseminasi Buatan (IB): Studi Kasus Municipio Bobonaro Dan Municipio Covalima, Timor Leste
Authors: Suri Urbano Maria Tilman , Aji Joni Murti Mulyo , Widjayanthi Lenny
Published: August 2023

Since 2016, cattle farmers in Municipio Bobonaro and Municipio Covalima have carried out IB for their livestock, although there are still some farmers who do not or cannot do due to lack of access. This is related to the motivation of farmers with artificial insemination programs. The aim of our study was to determine the level of motivation regarding the cattle artificial insemination (IB) program, the level of adoption of IB program and to analyze the relationship between farmer characteristics and motivation regarding the IB program and the level of adoption of IB program innovation in cattle business in the municipality of Bobonaro and Covalima municipality. This research was conducted using a survey method approach and was carried out in the Municipio Bobonaro and Municipio Covalima. A total of 44 farmers participated in the program were included in the sample using a census strategy. Chi squared correlations, Spearman Rho, and quantitative descriptive analysis were used to analyze the data. The results showed that the level of motivation of farmers regarding the artificial insemination program included high criteria, while the level of innovation adoption of artificial insemination programs included medium criteria. Experience of raising cattle had a significant relationship with the motivation of farmers.
Optimalisasi Rantai Pasok Komoditas Pertanian Strategis di Jawa Timur
Authors: Prasetyia Ferry , Pangestuty Farah Wulandari , Herlambang Andhika P.
Published: August 2023

This study aims to identify value chain of  strategic agricultural commodities in East Java. In addition, this study formulate supply chain optimization of strategic agricultural commodities in East Java. This study uses several analysis approaches, namely 1) input output analysis; 2) supply chain descriptive analysis, 3) supply chain management institutional pattern analysis, 4) trading margin analysis, 5) value chain analysis, 6) root problem analysis; and 7) Process Hierarchy Analysis (AHP).The results of this study indicate that there are three strategic commodities in East Java, namely sugar cane, cayenne pepper and corn. These strategic agricultural commodities have a fairly long supply chain. On average, producers (farmers/breeders) receive the lowest price margins among other supply chain actors. Collectors and wholesalers are known to receive the most margins.
Perbandingan Usahatani Bawang Merah Sistem Konvensional Dengan Sistem Automatic Solar Blue Light Trap
Authors: Nasirudin Mohamad , Yuliana Anggi Indah , Mudyanti Rizka
Published: August 2023

There are two types of shallot planting systems in Sudimoro Village: the conventional system and the Automatic solar blue light trap system. The conventional system is planting shallots with the general treatment being to apply only synthetic chemical pesticides, while the Automatic solar blue light trap system is planting shallots by applying synthetic chemical pesticides and applying Automatic solar blue light traps. The purpose of this study was to compare the conventional system of shallot farming and the automatic solar blue light trap application system in Sudimoro Village. The population of this study was all shallot farmers in Sudimoro Village, which amounted to 9 farmers, consisting of 5 conventional farmers and 4 farmers applying Automatic solar blue light traps. This study uses a quantitative descriptive approach. The results of this study can be seen that the value of the R/C ratio of the conventional system is 1.33, while the system applies the Automatic solar blue light trap 3.36. These results indicate that both shallot farming systems are feasible to cultivate. While the value of the B/C ratio for the conventional system is 0.33, while the system applies the Automatic solar blue light trap 2.36, these results indicate that the shallot farming in Sudimoro Village, the conventional system is not feasible to continue, while the system applying the Automatic solar blue light trap is feasible to be continued.
Pengembangan mobile apps untuk crowdfunding Yayasan Griya Sodaqo Indonesia
Authors: Azhar Hanif , Al-Anshary Faishal Mufied , Soewardikoen Didit Widiatmoko , Inawati Wahdan Arum , Zahroh Aminahtul , Azhar Avison Xaquil
Published: August 2023

[Bahasa]: Panti asuhan adalah organisasi nirlaba berbentuk lembaga usaha kesejahteraan sosial khusus anak. Pendirian panti asuhan bertujuan memberikan pelayanan kesejahteraan sosial melalui kegiatan santunan dan pengentasan anak-anak terlantar, memberikan pelayanan pengganti orang tua/wali anak dalam memenuhi kebutuhan fisik, mental dan sosial. Masyarakat umum dapat secara langsung dapat membantu memenuhi kebutuhan anak yatim kurang mampu sehingga dapat  meningkatkan kesejahteraan anak yatim di panti asuhan. Yayasan Griya Sodaqo Indonesia sudah melaksanakan kegiatan cowdfunding sejak tahun 2020 tetapi pelaksanaan ini hanya dilakukan dalam bentuk konvensional. Oleh karena itu diperlukan platform berupa aplikasi untuk kegiatan crowdfunding. Program pengabdian ini dilakukan dengan metode Focus Group Discussion dan ditindaklanjuti dengan observasi wawancara. Perencanaan Aplikasi fundraising berbasis android memungkinkan pengguna untuk mengumpulkan dana dari berbagai sumber untuk keperluan yang berbeda-beda. Hasil aplikasi ini dapat meningkatkan opersional kerja yayasan Griya Sodaqo Indonesia dan desain aplikasi ini juga dapat bermanfaat untuk institusi sejenis di Indonesia.
Kata Kunci: crowdfunding, griya sodaqo, mobile apps, panti asuhan
[English]: Orphanages are non-profit organizations engaged in social welfare for children. The establishment of orphanages aims to provide social welfare services through compensation and alleviation of neglected children, providing replacement services for parents or guardians of children in fulfilling physical, mental, and social needs. The general public can directly help fulfill the needs of underprivileged orphans to improve the welfare of orphans. Griya Sodaqo Indonesia Foundation has been carrying out crowdfunding activities since 2020, but this implementation is only done in conventional ways. Therefore, an application for crowdfunding activities is required. The method used was Focus Group Discussion and followed up with observation and interviews. Planning an Android-based fundraising application allows users to raise funds from various sources. The results of this application can improve the operational work of the Yayasan Griya Sodaqo Indonesia, and this application design can also be helpful for similar institutions in Indonesia.
Keywords: crowdfunding, griya sodaqo, mobile apps, orphanage
Peningkatan kapasitas guru PAI dalam mendesain penelitian tindakan kelas di pondok pesantren Halimatussa’diah Nahdlatul Wathan Lombok Timur
Authors: Ribahan  , Muhtar Fathurrahman , Ramdhani Deddy , Suprapto
Published: August 2023

[Bahasa]: Guru Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) di Kecamatan Masbagik Lombok Timur belum memiliki pengetahuan dan pemahaman yang memadai tentang Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK). Salah satu upaya untuk membantu mereka adalah melalui pelatihan PTK. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan dan pemahaman guru PAI di Kecamatan Masbagik dalam mendesain atau merancang PTK. Program pengabdian ini dilakukan di Ponpes Halimatussa’dian NW Lombok Timur. Partisipan dalam kegiatan pelatihan ini adalah 40 orang guru PAI di Kecamatan Masbagik Lombok Timur. Kegiatan pengabdian dilakukan dengan metode workshop dengan melakukan tatap muka langsung di kelas memberikan pelatihan mengenai metode penelitian PTK, penyusunan proposal dan laporan PTK yang terdiri dari tiga tahapan kegiatan, yakni perencanan, pelaksanaan, dan evaluasi kegiatan. Hasil yang diperoleh dari kegiatan pengabdian ini menunjukkan bahwa para guru PAI memiliki pengetahuan dan pemahaman yang memadai terkait PTK, serta mampu melakukan perancangan PTK dengan baik. Proses bimbingan dan pendampingan telah membantu untuk menyempurnakan kemampuan mereka dalam merancang PTK dengan lebih baik.
Kata Kunci: desain, kapasitas guru, Pendidikan Agama Islam, Penelitian Tindakan Kelas
[English]: Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers in Masbagik, East Lombok, lack adequate knowledge and understanding of Classroom Action Research (CAR). One effort to assist them is through a workshop on CAR. This community engagement activity aims to enhance the knowledge and understanding of PAI teachers in Masbagik in designing CAR. The research was conducted at Halimatussa'diah Islamic Boarding School in East Lombok, with 40 PAI teachers from Masbagik involved in the workshop. The community engagement was carried out through a workshop involving face-to-face interactions in the classroom, training on CAR methods, and CAR proposal design exercise, consisting of three stages: planning, implementation, and evaluation. This community service program results show that PAI teachers possess adequate knowledge and understanding of CAR and are proficient in designing CAR projects. The guidance and mentoring process significantly improved their CAR design skills.
Keywords: design, teacher capacity, Islamic religion education, Classroom Action Research
CUIDADOS DE ENFERMAGEM NA SEDOANALGESIA EM TERAPIA INTENSIVA: REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: De Sousa Lima Tais Layane , Silva Batista Graziela , Da Silva Pereira Ana Regina , Silva Costa Andreza , Montenegro de Albuquerque Adriana
Published: August 2023

A sedação proporciona uma redução da resposta fisiológica aos fatores estressantes, melhorando o prognóstico do paciente, e quando associada à analgesia, é uma terapêutica importante para potencializar os efeitos e prevenir a ocorrência da síndrome pós-traumática na terapia intensiva. Objetiva-se identificar artigos científicos relacionados ao uso de sedativos e analgésicos naterapia intensiva e os cuidados de enfermagem. Revisão integrativa realizada nas bases de dados SciELO, LILACS,CINAHL e BDENF a partir dos critérios de elegibilidade, totalizando 12 artigos para compor o estudo. É necessário proporcionar um nível adequado de sedação e analgesia a cada paciente, utilizando-se de fármacos com características ideais para essa finalidade. Identificou-se a importância de protocolos para nortear a prática clínica e a utilização de escalas para avaliação do paciente. Os achados demonstram falhas no conhecimento dos profissionais de saúde e divergências na prática clínica. Infere-se que os níveis elevados de sedação ocasionam desfechos negativos, enquanto que a sedação leve traz maiores benefícios ao paciente, diminuindo o tempo de internação e do uso de ventilação mecânica. Destaca-se a importância da adoção de protocolos e padronização no atendimento.
FARMACOTERAPIA DO IDOSO: MELHORANDO O USO DE MEDICAMENTOS NA TERCEIRA IDADE
Authors: Oliveira Fernando de Sousa , De Sousa Angelo Gabriel Caminha , Calixto dos Santos Guedes Brenda Lavínia , Silva Santos José Lucas , Dantas de Araújo Raquel , Nóbrega de Andrade Ramalho Marclineide
Published: August 2023

O número de indivíduos idosos vem aumentando, assim como o consumo de medicamentos por esta população. O número de medicamentos é o principal fator de risco para esses pacientes, havendo relação exponencial entre a polifarmácia e a probabilidade de reação adversa ao uso de medicamentos, interações medicamentosas e respostas farmacológicas inapropriadas para idosos. Sendo assim, observa-se a necessidade da aplicação de estratégias que visem melhorar a farmacoterapia geriátrica, permitindo o uso racional de medicamentos. Essas estratégias devem ser dirigidas tanto à população idosa quanto aos profissionais que exercem atividades junto aos idosos. Baseado nesses fatos, objetivou-se elaborar um trabalho descritivo do tipo relato de experiência, contendo descrições, considerações e resultados baseados nas experiências de alunos e professores que desenvolveram um projeto com ações educativas, na perspectiva de melhorar a farmacoterapia dos idosos residentes em uma Instituição de Longa Permanência para idosos no munícipio de Cuité-PB. Essas atividades foram direcionadas aos idosos e profissionais que atuavam na Instituição de Longa Permanência, realizadas, principalmente, por meio de treinamentos promovidos pelos alunos extensionistas, coordenados pelo professor-orientador, de acordo com as demandas observadas e analisadas na Instituição de Longa Permanência, visando melhorar a atuação dos profissionais e a qualidade de vida dos idosos.
COMPLICAÇÕES NOS PÉS DE PESSOAS COM DIABETES ATENDIDAS EM UM AMBULATÓRIO DE CURATIVOS
Authors: Chaves Carlos Emmanuel Gonçalves , Lins Juliana Martins , Nogueira Matheus Figueiredo , Cardins Karla Karolline Barreto , De Sousa Alana Tamar Oliveira
Published: August 2023

O diabetes mellitus é causado por alterações na ação e/ou secreção da insulina, e quando mal controlada, provoca diversos danos induzindo complicações crônicas, como nefropatia e neuropatias, sobretudo nos pés. Objetivou-se investigar as complicações nos pés com diabetes atendidas no ambulatório de curativos de um hospital escola do município de Campina Grande-PARAÍBA. Pesquisa transversal, descritiva, com abordagem quantitativa, realizada em um ambulatório de atendimento a pacientes com úlceras nos pés, decorrentes da diabetes, em um hospital universitário. A pesquisa foi realizada com 38 participantes. A coleta de dados ocorreu de maio a abril de 2018, com a aplicação de um instrumento de coleta de dados com anamnese e exame físico. Verificou-se prevalência de diabetes tipo 2; com uma faixa etária média de 58,45 anos, predominando o sexo masculino. Identifica-se que 94,7% tinham duas ou mais alterações neuropáticas nos pés, 36,8% apresentavam neuropatia que afetava a coordenação motora; 42,1% não sentiam dor neuropática, contudo 86,8% tinham ferida aberta e 63,2% dos participantes apresentavam algum tipo de amputação em membros inferiores. Mais de 78% utilizavam calçados inadequados. Observou-se maior número de casos de diabetes tipo 2, predomínio em homens, devido a dificuldade para o autocuidado.
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT ON INFANTS AGED 0-24 MONTHS WITH A HISTORY OF LOW BIRTH WEIGHT (LBW) IN DR. SOETOMO GENERAL HOSPITAL SURABAYA
Authors: Abidanovanty Felisita Maritza , Suryawan Ahmad , Hendarto Hendy
Published: August 2023

Introduction: Low birth weight (LBW) is the baby's condition with a birth weight of <2500 grams. Babies with LBW tend to have the body not strong as normal babies, so growth or development disorders are often obtained. The condition ensues because the immaturity of some organs will affect the growth and development. Monitoring growth and development through the growth chart and the Denver II. Age 0-24 represents a critical period so that the time is right for the early detection of disorders. Aims: Determine growth according to W/A, H/A, W/H, and HC/A and development according to personal-social, fine motor, language, and gross motor. LBW infants aged 0-24 months Dr. Soetomo General Hospital Surabaya. Methods: Quantitative research using descriptive-analytic study and retrospective approach with a cross-sectional method.  The sample was 81 babies who used a total population sampling technique with the medical record. Data processing used univariate and bivariate analysis chi-square. Results: The development dominated by delays measured using 4 domain (personal-social(59.3%), fine motor skills(61.7%), language(66.7%), and gross motor skills(85.2%)). Growth dominated by normal and above based on H/A(60.5%), W/H(55.6%), and H/A(50.6%); except W/A dominated below normal (55.6%). There was no relation between LBW with growth and development based on all domains, except personal-social domains. Conclusion: This study may prove that not all babies with LBW have growth disorder seen from all domains and the development dominate by delay on all domains. There is no relation between LBW with all domains of growth and development except personal-social.
Stress Level of Nursing Students in Completing Final Project
Authors: Maulina  , Nura Zaiyati  , Arfiza Ridwan
Published: August 2023

Background. The stress response can be experienced by anyone when something unpleasant, uncomfortable, or disturbing to someone's peace occurs. This is often experienced by some final-year students, who are required to be able to complete their final project (thesis) as a graduation requirement. Conditions felt by students such as feelings of anxiety, worry, lack of enthusiasm, excessive fatigue, feeling left behind by friends who are already at a faster stage, and difficulties in completing the final assignment (thesis) can cause a stress response.

Aim. This study aim to identify the stress level of nursing students in the preparation of the final project.

Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) questionnaire. Data collection was carried out by filling out a questionnaire that consisted of 2 parts, namely demographic data and the stress level variable experienced by the respondent within the last month. The sample in this study was 131 students who were taking thesis courses. The sampling technique is total sampling.

Results. The results showed that 23 students were completing their final assignment (thesis) with low stress (17.6%), 106 respondents with moderate stress (80.9%), and 2 respondents with heavy stress (1.5%).

Conclusion. The majority of students who are completing their final project (thesis) experience moderate stress. This shows that they feel an inconvenience or a burden but must still complete their duties to achieve a bachelor's degree.
Potential Analysis of Brown Sugar Industry Liquid Waste as Raw Material on Making Nata de Coco
Authors: Wijonarko Gunawan , Purbowati Ike Sitoresmi Mulyo , Maksum Ali
Published: August 2023

Brown sugar industry liquid waste is a type of waste that has potential as a medium for making nata. This is because coconut sugar industry liquid waste still contains a lot of sugar as a source of nutrition for the growth of Acetobacter xylinum. In this study, a comparative analysis will be carried out to determine the feasibility of brown sugar industry liquid waste as a medium for making nata. The research was conducted for 2 months at UKM Ngudi Lestari Jaya, Kalisalak Village. Samples were taken randomly using sterile plastic bottles. Sample analysis includes viscosity, color, aroma, degree of brix and pH. Observations on viscosity, color and aroma were carried out before and after boiling. Variable measurements were carried out 3 times. The sensory properties of the samples were analyzed by descriptive qualitative. Brix degree and pH value were analyzed using SPSS version 2.1 with the independent t test method at an alpha value of 5%. The sensory and chemical properties of brown sugar industry liquid waste were compared with coconut water as a standard. The results showed that the liquid waste from the brown sugar industry had a dilute to slightly thick viscosity, light brown to brown color and normal aroma. The results of a comparative analysis showed that there was no difference in sensory properties between the liquid waste and coconut water before and after boiling. The brix degree and the pH value of brown sugar industry liquid waste were respectively 4.3% and 6.3. Meanwhile, the degree of brix and the pH value of coconut water were 5.1% and 5.6, respectively. Based on this, it can be concluded that the liquid waste of brown sugar industry has very good potential as a medium for making nata.
The Development of Panjiasia Book based on Augmented Reality to Strengthen Pancasila Values for Children in Early Childhood Education
Authors: Lion Eddy , Triyani Triyani , Ananda Kartika
Published: August 2023

This research aims to develop a PANJIASIA book based on augmented reality that is able to bridge young children to know, understand, internalize and apply the values ​​of Pancasila in everyday life. This research uses the type of research and development (Research and Development) with research stages 1) the initial survey in the field was taken based on data on the needs of PAUD teachers in instilling Pancasila values ​​in early childhood; 2) Prototype FGD; 3) Development of Augmented Reality-based PANJIASIA Books and prototype workshops; 4) validation of the PANJIASIA Book by validation of media experts and material experts; 5) Implementation of the PANJIASIA Book begins with small scale implementation and large scale implementation; 6) Publication and dissemination of the PANJIASIA Book to PAUD teachers in the Watershed (DAS) of Palangka Raya City. The results of this study, namely based on the results of the responses of PAUD teachers in FGD activities, showed a figure of 96%, which means that the quality of the products being developed is very feasible to be applied in the implementation of Pancasila learning. In addition, based on the validator's assessment, it shows a figure of 86%, which means that the product being developed is valid and feasible to use. Based on the results of small-scale and large-scale implementation, the results show that students are enthusiastic about learning Pancasila using books that have been developed because they are integrated with Augmented Reality technology.
Analisis tingkat kemiskinan di Provinsi Riau Tahun 2010-2022
Authors: Ruchba Sarastri Mumpuni , Asynur Aisyah Turroihah
Published: August 2023

Purpose – This study aims to analyze the effect of HDI, GRDP and population on the poverty level.Methods – This study uses data from 12 districts/cities in Riau Province using the panel data model.Findings – The results of the study prove that the HDI and GRDP have a negative effect on the poverty rate, while the population has a positive effect on the poverty rate in the districts/cities of Riau Province.Implication – The results of this study recommend that the government is expected to be able to control the population and the government is expected to be able to maintain and improve the quality of natural resources and human resources by carrying out policies to eradicate poverty better.Originality – This research contributes to the analysis of poverty in districts/cities in Riau Province using a panel data approach.

AbstrakTujuan – Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melakukan analisis pengaruh IPM, PDRB dan jumlah penduduk terhadap tingkat kemiskinan. Metode – Penelitian ini menggunakan data 12 Kabupaten/Kota di Provinsi Riau dengan menggunakan metode model data panel.Temuan – Hasil penelitian membuktikan bahwa IPM dan PDRB berpengaruh negatif terhadap tingkat kemiskinan, sementara itu jumlah penduduk berpengaruh positif terhadap tingkat kemiskinan yang ada di Kabupaten/Kota Provinsi Riau. Implikasi – Hasil penelitian ini merekomendasikan bahwa Pemerintah diharapkan untuk dapat mengendalikan jumlah penduduk dan pemerintah diharapkan untuk dapat mempertahankan serta meningkatkan kualitas sumber daya alam dan sumber daya manusia dengan melakukan kebijakan untuk memberantas kemiskinan secara lebih baik. Orisinalitas – Penelitian ini berkontribusi terhadap analisis kemiskinan pada Kabupaten/Kota di Provinsi Riau dengan menggunakan pendekatan panel data.
Bioverm® (Duddingtonia flagrans) compared to the association of Duddingtonia flagrans and Pochonia chlamydosporia for the biological control of cattle nematodes in southeast Brazil
Authors: Vidal Maria Larissa Bitencourt , VIEIRA ITALO STOUPA , CASTRO LORENA SOUZA , DE FREITAS SAMUEL GALVÃO , E Silva André Ricardo , ARAUJO JACKSON VICTOR
Published: August 2023

Verminosis causes great damage to the producer, with reduced milk production and decreased development of young animals. The use of bioproducts are an alternative to control worms. This study evaluated the effects of oral administration of one commercial formulations, based on the fungus Duddingtonia flagrans (Bioverm®) and experimental formulations D. flagrans associated with Pochonia chlamydosporia, on the control of worms in naturally infected cattle on February pasture to October 2021. Eighteen Holstein x Zebu cattle were divided into groups of six animals (group 1 Bioverm®, group 2 Association and control), separated into paddocks naturally infected with helminth larvae (L3). The parasite load was by means of fecal samples and pasture collection to determine L3 infestation. The study demonstrated low recovery of L3 in the pasture due to low rainfall during the experiment. The EPG was lower in groups 1 and 2 compared to the control in April, May and July, while in March the values were lower only in treatment 1 compared to the control. Individual or combined administration of fungal products reduced the presence of eggs and larvae in pastures at certain months of the year, indicating their effectiveness in the strategic control of gastrointestinal parasites in cattle.
Exploring the Efficacy of Hormone Replacement Therapy: A Network Meta-Analysis
Authors: Delanerolle Gayathri , Taylor Julie , Yang Xiaojie , Zou Ran , Bouchareb Yassine , Cavalini Heitor , Jagadeesan Priyanka , Kurmi Om , Riach Kathleen , Hinchcliff Sharron , Atkinson Carol , Potočnik Kristina , Briggs Paula , Talaulikar Vikram , Saraswat Lucky , Khazali Shaheen , Shi Jian qing , Shetty Ashish , Phiri Peter
Published: August 2023

Purpose: Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), an FDA-approved treatment for menopausal conditions was found to be associated with increased risk of endometrial cancer and reduced oestrogen. Studies showing benefits of HRT in preventing chronic diseases lead to development of clinical guidelines by American College of Physicians. This study aims to assess effectiveness of HRT treatments across cardiometabolic measures including Triglycerides (TG), Follicle-Stimulating Hormone, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and Estradiol in menopausal women. It reports gaps in scientific knowledge and clinical practice to enhance current guidelines and policies.Methods: A systematic methodology designed and published in PROSPERO (CRD42022346057) to report network meta-epidemiology analysis was utilised. We used databases by PubMed, Web of Science, ScienceDirect, EMBASE and MEDLINE for studies published between 30th of April 1980-2022. Effects of HRT treatments were explored using a mixed treatment comparison (MTC) model. Fixed and random-effects models were used to address heterogeneity in published studies. Publication bias was assessed and corrected using funnel plots and Egger’s test.Results: Of 45 eligible studies, our findings indicate a significant statistical heterogeneity between HRTs and reduction of TG, SFH, LDL-C alongside increase of HDL-C and Estradiol among menopausal women. The analysis suggests a lack of direct evidence to support their efficacy in reducing TG, SFH and LDL-C levels or to substantiate HRT’s effectiveness in increasing HDL-C and Estradiol. The results showed no significant publication bias in the meta-analysis of included studies.Conclusion: Our findings demonstrate that use of HRT interventions among menopausal women may reduce TG, FSH and LDL-C levels and increase levels of HDL-C and estradiol via oral and oral + transdermal administration. Our study reaffirms efficacy of HRT in supporting favourable lipid profile in menopausal women whilst highlighting the need for robust and inclusive epidemiology studies and clinical trials to further develop clinical guidelines and policies.
Position-dependent effective mass and asymmetry effects on the electronic and optical properties of quantum wells with improved Rosen-Morse potential
Authors: Kasapoglu Esin , Yücel Melike , Duque Carlos
Published: August 2023

In this study, we investigated, for the first time, the effects of the spatially varying effective mass, asymmetry parameter, and well width on the electronic and optical properties of the quantum well which has an improved Rosen-Morse potential. Calculations are made within the framework of the effective mass and parabolic band approximations. We have used the diagonalization method by choosing a wave function based on the trigonometric orthonormal functions to find eigenvalues and eigenfunctions of the electron confined within the improved Rosen-Morse potential. Our results show that the position-dependence mass, asymmetry, and confinement parameters cause significant changes in the electronic and optical properties of the structure we focus on since these effects create a significant increase in electron energies and a blue shift in the absorption spectrum. The increase in energy levels enables the development of optoelectronic devices that can operate at wider wavelengths and absorb higher energy photons. This offers potential advancements in fields such as optical communication, imaging technology, and solar cells.
Full Factorial Design Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Origanum vulgare
Authors: Rigopoulos Nickolas , Gkaliouri Christina Megetho , Sakavitsi Victoria , Gournis Dimitrios
Published: August 2023

Silver nanoparticles from Origanum vulgare (Oregano) have been synthesized in the past. However, no investigation has been performed on the combined effects of independent factors that affect the synthesis. Silver nitrate and Oregano concentrations, incubation temperature and time, as well as pH can play crucial roles in synthesis. In this regard Full Factorial Design was applied. A Voigt function was fitted on the measured UV – Vis spectra. The fitting parameters of the Voigt function (peak wavelength, area, and Full Width at Half Maximum) were used as the responses. A quadratic model was fitted for the peak wavelength and area, and the pH proved the dominant factor on nanoparticle synthesis.
How to study the location and size of rectal tumors that are candidates for local surgery: Rigid rectoscopy, Magnetic resonance imaging, En-dorectal Utrasound or colonoscopy? An inter-observational study
Authors: Serracant Anna , Ballesteros Eva , Montes Noemi , Sola Marta , Novell Francesc , Consola Beatriz , Serra-Aracil Xavier
Published: August 2023

Background. Rectal Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a key test in advanced rectal cancer and in the preoperative staging of a lesion suitable for transanal endoscopic surgery (TES). MRI is not operator-dependent, but its results when determining anatomical landmarks are variable.
Method. Observational study of inter-observer concordance regarding four diagnostic tests used to establish the anatomical characteristics of rectal lesions: colonoscopy, rectal ultrasound (EUS), rectal MRI, and intraoperative rigid rectoscopy (IRR) in patients scheduled for transanal endoscopic surgery (TES) with curative intent. This inter-observational study assessed the concordance between four expert radiologists regarding the topographic evaluation by means of rectal MRI of lesions under consideration for TES.
Results. Fifty-five consecutive rectal tumors were studied. For most of the items, the correlation between IRR and colonoscopy or EUS was generally very good (intraclass correlation coefficient -ICC-)>0.75), although the correlation between MRI and IRR in relation to size by quadrants (ICC=0.092) and location by quadrants (ICC=0.292) was weak. The ICC for the other items obtained excellent correlations: Kappa index >0.80 for all items except for the distance from the peritoneal reflection to the anal verge, where it was merely good (IK=0.606).
Conclusions. The anatomical description of rectal lesions that are candidates for TES provided by means of IRR, EUS, colonoscopy and MRI is reliable. The MRI is less reliable, but in the hands of expert radiologists, the anatomical study of rectal lesions is accurate and reproducible.
Redefining Biodiversity Conservation Through an Outcome Separation Framework
Authors: Trageser Scott , Hamilton Paul
Published: August 2023

The term “conservation,” as it relates to biodiversity in a Western context, has had a contested history and as conservation science and societal values have evolved, consensus over its precise meaning has remained elusive. The broad scope of contemporary definitions hampers effective communication during a period of environmental crisis and is troublesome for any derivative concept which aims to quantify the efforts of the conservation community. This presents an avoidable hindrance to the systematic planning of the conservation field. To remedy this situation, we provide an outcome separation framework that is based on the expected degree of separation of the action’s proximate outcome from its intended, ultimate outcome for native habitat and/or native or ecological replacement species. Framing a definition of conservation through this lens of outcome separation allows for conservation-related actions to be clearly categorized into one of three discrete tiers (primary, secondary, and tertiary) based on both the proximate outcome’s degree of separation from its intended, ultimate outcome and the conservation status of native habitat and/or native or ecological replacement species. A distillation of this tiered framework also provides a fully inclusive, succinct definition of biodiversity conservation that is resilient to future conceptual evolutions of the field.
Comparison of Conventional and Organic Wines Produced in Kutnohorsk Region (Czech Republic)
Authors: Dordevic Dani , Kalcakova Ludmila , Zackova Anna , Ćavar-Zeljković Sanja , Dordevic Simona , Tremlová Bohuslava
Published: August 2023

A healthy lifestyle and environmental protection play a big role in today's modern society. The production of organic wine, as with other organic commodities, is therefore increasingly popular with consumers. The selling price of organic wine is higher than that of wine that is not declared organic or BIO, so the question arises from consumers whether these wines contain more bioactive compounds and substances beneficial to the body. From a general point of view, it is known that grapevines contain a wide range of natural phenols and polyphenols. These substances affect the sensory properties of wines, especially color, and taste. The most of phenolic substances are found in red wines, slightly less in orange, and the lowest amounts are found in white wines. However, the representation of individual substances and their ratios differ based on the varieties and age of the wines. Therefore, this study aimed to compare the profile (chemical, physical and sensory) of organic wines compared to wines made from non-organic grapes, which are grown in a selected wine region - Kutná Hora. The analyzed wines were made from the same grape wine cultivar in the Kutná Hora area. The following analyzes were performed on the wine samples: the phenolic and antioxidant profile, the content of sulfites (free and total), alcohol, sugars, vitamins, density determination, and also sensory evaluation. The present study showed exact differences between samples of wines produced from the same cultivar, and same region, but declared as organic wines and wines from conventional production. Although a higher amount of bioactive substances is expected in wines from organic production, in most cases of presented analyzes, it did not show a statistically significant difference in the sense of a higher amount in BIO wines, on the contrary, in many cases the content of these substances was higher in wines from integrated production.
Development of a Low-Temperature Process for the Formulation of Nanoemulsion-Gel Encapsulating Essential Oil: Investigation on the Wound Healing Effect
Authors: Bahloul Badr , Bnina Enis Ben , Hamdi Assia , Castillo Luis , Baccar Dhaou , Kalboussi Nesrine , Abbassi Aymen , Mignet Nathalie , Flamini Guido , Vega-Baudrit José
Published: August 2023

This study develops an efficient, low-temperature process for formulating a nanoemulsion-based gel encapsulating Pituranthos tortuosus's essential oil, investigating its wound healing potential. The novel process ensured stable encapsulation of the medicinal plant's oil. The nanoemulsion was characterized using dynamic light scattering and transmission electron microscopy, followed by in vitro and in vivo tests to examine wound healing efficacy. Results revealed the gel's excellent stability, high encapsulation efficiency, and significant wound-healing effects. This research provides a new method for formulating Pituranthos tortuosus's essential oil nanoemulsion-based gel, emphasizing the potential role of plant-based therapies in healthcare advancement, and invites further exploration into the therapeutic applications of essential oil-encapsulating nanoemulsions.
Harmonization Approach to Spatial and Social Techniques to Define Landscape Restoration Areas in a Colombian Andes Complex Landscape
Authors: Barrera-Causil Carlos , M. Jose González
Published: August 2023

Landscape restoration activities must be conducted through a transdisciplinary process, integrating social, economic, environmental, and governance aspects. Combining visions from the natural and social sciences is a challenge in highly complex territories, where unique ecosystem characteristics, economic processes, stakeholders of diverse nature, and different normativity converge. The harmonization of multiple techniques, such as multicriteria spatial analysis, expert knowledge elicitation, and social mapping, allows for an approach to defining landscape restoration areas in complex regions. This paper employs multiple techniques to define ecosystem restoration areas in a complex Colombian Andes landscape, integrating ecological and social components for sustainable development. We observed that areas of high and very high feasibility for ecological restoration, encompassing 179.5 hectares (4.84% of the study area), are predominantly located near primary forests. Although some areas have low feasibility for conservation processes, they should not be disregarded as they still require protection. Landowners prioritize watershed and soil restoration as the most important landscape restoration activity due to their interest in improving water-related ecosystem services. This proposal enables the identification of areas with higher restoration potential at the property level, facilitating prioritization and investment allocation for future implementation.
Effects of Land Management Practice Type and Slope Position on Selected Soil Physico-Chemical Properties in Agamssa Watershed, North Wollo, Ethiopia
Authors: Ayalew Anteneh Asfaw , Kidana Tadele Amdemariam , Abebe Endalkachew Fekadu
Published: August 2023

In Ethiopia, land degradation in the form of gully development and soil nutrient depletion is a very serious issue. The goal of this study is to determine how different types of land management practices and slope positions affect particular soil physico-chemical characteristics in the Agamssa watershed. Using systematic sampling techniques, soil samples were taken using a sampling quadrat (15 * 15 m) that was placed 50 m apart from one another. A total of 54 quadrats were planted at three slope positions: upper (>15%), middle (10–15%), and foot (3–10%) slope respectively. 18 composite soil samples were then. A two-way ANOVA was used to analyze the data, and the Least Significant Difference (LSD) test was used to separate the means at p ≤ 0.05. According to the study's findings, the value of most soil physical and chemical characteristics was higher in closed area than on open grazing land, as well as at foot slope position compared to middle and upper slope positions. The higher mean value (7.3 ppm) was recorded at the foot slope, while the lower mean value (4.9 ppm) was found at the upper slope position. The exchangeable cations such as Mg+2, K+, and Na+ were significantly (p≤ 0.01) affected by the main effect of land-use types. The higher mean values of Mg+2 (9.70 mq/100g), K+ (0.38 mq/100 g), and Na+ (0.035 mq/100 g) were found at area closure, whereas the lower mean values of Mg+2 (7.33 mq/100g), K+ (0.30 mq/100 g), and Na+ (0.027 mq/100g) were recorded at open grazing land. It was able to conclude this study that area closure enhances the physical and chemical qualities of soil and recovers woody plant species. Therefore, converting open grazing land into a closure area is advised.
Consciousness as a special case of emergent information
Authors: Boyd Daniel
Published: August 2023

In spite of its remarkable characteristics, consciousness cannot be considered in splendid isolation. It is only one of the remarkable phenomena associated with the brain, the brain is just one of the organs in the body, and computers and brains share many characteristics as information-based systems. On the basis of the ubiquitous hierarchical organization of reality into stacked layers, and the particular importance of strong emergence in living systems, this article argues that the brain must also employ such methods to achieve its advanced functions. This is in line with the prop-osition of Integrated Information Theory (IIT) that consciousness requires a high degree of causal integration in its physical substrate. However, such emergence is also shown to underlie infor-mation processing in computers and the non-conscious functions of the brain. It is also demon-strated that both computers and brains exploit a specific type of information that is correlated to but not synonymous with states and mechanisms in the physical substrate. Emergent Information Theory (EIT) therefore presents consciousness as one member of a large and diverse family of non-physical but real forms of emergent information created by specific types of designed and evolved systems.
An Improved Image Compression Algorithm Using 2D DWT and PCA with Canonical Huffman Encoding
Authors: RANJAN RAJIV , Kumar Prabhat
Published: August 2023

Image compression is a top priority today due to the need for faster encoding and decoding. To achieve this, the present study has proposed the use of Canonical Huffman Coding (CHC) as an entropy coder, which has a lower decoding time complexity than binary Huffman codes. For image compression, combining of the Discrete Wavelet Transform (DWT) and CHC with Principal Component Analysis (PCA) has been recommended. The lossy method has been introduced by using PCA, followed by DWT and CHC to enhance compression efficiency. By using DWT and CHC instead of PCA alone, the reconstructed image has been found to have a better peak signal-to-noise ratio (PSNR) value. This study has developed a hybrid compression model combining the advantages of DWT, CHC and PCA. With the increasing use of image data, better image compression techniques are necessary for efficient use of storage space. The proposed technique has achieved up to 60% compression while maintaining high visual quality. This method has also outperformed the currently available techniques in terms of both PSNR (in dB) and bit-per-pixel (bpp) scores. This approach has been tested on various color images, including Peppers 512×512 and Couple 256×256, showing improvement by 17 dB and 22 dB, respectively, while reducing bpp by 0.56 and 0.10, respectively. For grayscale images, i.e., Lena 512×512 and Boat 256×256, the proposed method has shown an improvement by 5 dB and 8 dB, respectively, with a decrease of 0.02 bpp in both cases.
A Review on the Metal Additive Manufacturing Processes
Authors: Tebianian Mohaddeseh , Aghaie Sara , Razavi Jafari Nazanin Sadat , Elmi Hosseini Seyed Reza , António Bastos Pereira António , A.O. Fernandes Fábio , Chen Chao , Farbakhti Mojtaba
Published: August 2023

In this article, metallic additive manufacturing (AM) processes were classified and demonstrated. AM technology can be applied to a wide range of industrial areas because of its great feasibility in the design and manufacturing of various complex parts. The main factor that distinguishes various metallic AM processes from each other is the deposition method. Deposited metal can be imported in the form of melt or semi-solid. AM technology also covers a wide range of materials like aluminum, titanium, and many other alloys. Some of the common applications of metallic AM processes are the quick manufacturing of the parts which utilized in various industries like medical, automotive, aerospace, and jewelry industries. AM can help to fabricate parts that are impossible to be manufactured by other processes.
Economic Freedom, Sustainable Development and Participatory Democracy in 21 European Smart Cities. Statistical Approach
Authors: Ștefanachi Bogdan , Grecu Silviu-Petru , Vranceanu Elena-Simona
Published: August 2023

This paper aims to stress the nexus between sustainable development, economic freedom and local participatory democracy in 21 European smart cities. The development of smart cities is strongly correlated with technological advancements and improved access to pub-lic services for all residents. Furthermore, smart cities are characterized by efficient man-agement of social, economic and environmental resources and a strong partnership be-tween the public and private sectors. The paper aims to map the dynamics of local partic-ipatory democracy in European smart cities and to identify several relevant predictors of local participatory democracy. The sample is represented by 21 European capitals (20 EU countries plus UK), which are included in the Smart City Index (SCI). Using the quantita-tive design based on both statistical regressions and structural equations modelling (SEM), the paper shows positive statistical correlation between economic factors, sustainable de-velopment, political culture, education and the level of local participatory democracy. Be-sides the exogenous variables, the study emphasized the main priority areas, which might be seen as urgent issues for local governments. The conclusion of the paper underlines the fact that economic freedom, sustainable development, upper secondary education, afford-able housing and an increased level of citizens’ engagement could predict further evolu-tions of the local participatory democracy in 21 European capitals.
Wild grapevine (Vitis vinifera L. subsp. sylvestris (C.C. Gmelin) Hegi) – novel species to the Israeli flora
Authors: Rahimi Oshrit , Ziffer-Berger J. Ziffer , Shtein Ilana , Kher Mafatlal M. , Frumin Suembikya , Hübner Sariel , Weiss Ehud , Drori Elyashiv
Published: August 2023

The wild grapevine, Vitis vinifera subsp. sylvestris grows naturally throughout the northern hemisphere, including the Mediterranean region. Wild grapevines were also observed sporadically across the southern Levant and has so far been considered as non-native feral plant. Nevertheless, no formal characterization was conducted for wild grapevines in this region, thus its taxonomical assignment remains elusive. Here we describe the morphological, anatomical, and ecological characterization of wild grapevines that is a naturally thriving plant in Israel and conclude that Vitis vinifera subsp. sylvestris is a native plant in this region which marks the southern border of its distribution range. These findings, combined with the recently-published genetic evidence for these populations significantly advance our understanding of the species’ ecology and persistence under climate change.