bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
DEVELOPING L2 READING SKILLS USING THINKING ALOUD STRATEGIES
Authors: Kaur Paramjit , Yaacob Aizan , Marzuki Qistina
Published: January 2025

This study examined the use of the think-aloud strategy to enhance reading skills among students in a public university in Malaysia. Ten participants were involved in this study. All the participants were required to use the think-aloud strategy while reading two pre-determined texts. Data collection included semi-structured interviews with all the participants and the participants’ think-aloud protocols that were audio-recorded. These recordings and interviews were transcribed and analysed for themes. The findings from the think-aloud sessions showed that the strategy encouraged participants to engage critically and actively with the texts, which in turn allowed them to understand the underlying messages of the texts. Data from the interviews also suggested that participants found that the think-aloud strategy increased their metacognitive abilities in reading. Participants expressed that the think-aloud strategy in general helped them improve their reading and comprehension skills. The think-aloud strategy can be used in second language (L2) reading classes to develop metacognitive abilities as well as develop critical reading skills. Students and teachers can be trained to use the think-aloud strategy as an activity to enhance their reading skills.
THE LANDSCAPE OF PHYSICS SUBJECT EDUCATION IN ASEAN COUNTRIES: A BIBLIOMETRIC STUDY
Authors: Syed Nasiruddin Syed Taufiq Akmal , Mahmood Ainorkhilah , Mukhtar Nur Maizatul Azra , Izaham Nur Iwani Nor , Ooi Mahayatun Dayana Johan , Naser M Ahmed
Published: January 2025

This study examines the research encompassing physics subject education conducted between 2000 and 2023, sourced from the Web of Science database using bibliometric analysis. The paper's objective is to analyse the evolving research landscape surrounding physics subject education in the ASEAN countries. While previous studies have explored the area of physics education on a global scale, this research offers a more focused analysis, exclusively focusing on the ASEAN nations. To accomplish this, an array of bibliometric analysis tools, including MS Excel, VOSviewer, and Harzing’s Publish or Perish software, were used. Performance analysis was done and named based on the subsection. The study’s findings unveil a trend that exhibited an upward total publication trajectory from 2014 to 2020, followed by a gradual decline from 2021 to 2023. Indonesia’s substantial contributions account for an astounding 81.5% of total ASEAN publications, spanning both influential and prolific organization categories. Among the top authors were from Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. From the authorship section, the collaborative nature of researchers within ASEAN countries can be seen, particularly those who share common affiliations. The funding shows that only 30.1% of overall physics subject education publications in ASEAN are funded. Finally, the keyword analysis shows the patterns highlighting its evolving interaction with technological advancements. This marks a compelling transformation within the sphere of physics subject education landscape, providing valuable insights for educators, researchers, and policymakers to assess their performance and indicators to assess the nation's educational initiatives and their impact on various aspects of physics subject education.
GADGET DEPENDENCY AND ITS IMPACT ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE: A STUDY AMONG HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENTS
Authors: Haji Mohamad Yusuf Asmahanim , Mohd Salim Mohd Nur Fitri , Mohd Salim Mohamad Safwat Ashahri , Rusmi Alya Sabrina , Wan Amri Wan Nur Dieyana Airien , Mohd Sobirin Nurul Farhanah , Mohamad Rohaizad Nurina Izzati
Published: January 2025

The growing use of gadgets in educational settings has significantly influenced students' academic experiences in various ways. This study investigates the dependency on gadgets in classrooms among students at a Malaysian university, focusing on its frequency and correlation with academic performance. A sample of forty students from the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences was selected through purposive sampling. Data collection was performed using a questionnaire distributed via WhatsApp and Telegram, followed by analysis using SPSS software. Findings revealed that while most students frequently use gadgets during lectures, there is no significant correlation between gadget usage and their academic performance, measured by GPA and CGPA. However, students perceived that gadget positively contributed to their academic engagement and efficiency. The results suggest that while gadgets are valuable for accessing educational resources, their use must be balanced to prevent distraction. The study concludes with recommendations for educators and institutions to optimise the integration of technology into classroom environments, promoting both responsible gadget use and effective learning outcomes.
PENGARUH TINGKAT PENGETAHUAN TENTANG KESEHATAN REPRODUKSI REMAJA TERHADAP SIKAP PENDEWASAAN USIA PERKAWINAN (PUP)
Authors: Kumalasari Nurya , Sahara Rizki
Published: January 2025

Pendahuluan; penduduk di negara Indonesia salah satunya adalah remaja. Remaja merupakan suatu fase dimana terjadinya peralihan antara fase anak-anak menjadi dewasa. Dalam hal ini remaja menjadi rentan dengan kenakalan dalam hal seksualitas yang berujung dengan pernikahan dini atau perkawinan yang terjadi pada usia kurang dari 20 tahun untuk perempuan dan kurang dari 25 tahun untuk laki-laki. Pemerintah mengembangkan program Pendewasaan Usia Pernikahan (PUP) dalam rangka pencegahan pernikahan dini yang mengakibatkan lebih banyak resiko.Tujuan; menganalisa pengaruh tingkat pengetahuan tentang kesehatan remaja terhadap sikap pendewasaan usia perkawinan (PUP)Metode; Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian kuantitatif menggunakan rancangan survey analitik. Populasi penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas VIII SMP di Grobogan dengan jumlah sampel 85 siswa. Analisa dilakukan dengan menggunakan chi squareHasil; Terdapat pengaruh tingkat pengetahuan  terhadap sikap remaja terhadap pendewasaan usia pekawinan (PUP)Simpulan : Pengetahuan remaja tentang kesehatan reproduksi mampu memberikan efek yaitu sikap positif remaja terhadap PUPKata kunci; kesehatan reproduksi, pengetahuan, sikap, PUP
Implementation of Naïve Bayes Algorithm in Product Classification - Best Selling Products
Authors: Pipin Octavia
Published: January 2025

PT BRI Finance South Sumatra Branch is a financial company with partners throughout South Sumatra and competitors throughout South Sumatra. PT BRI Finance has new cars, used cars, and refinancing financing products, and each product has special programs such as Advance Payment Installments (ADDM) and Advance Payment Installments (ADDB). One application of the Naive Bayes algorithm is to determine the classification of sales, namely by determining the hierarchical classification of sales. A total of 900 customers as test data generated by this study that customers chose ADDM products as many as 84 or around 22.8%. The value of the performance vector accuracy rate to determine the success rate of naïve Bayes prediction is 74.67% success.
Evaluasi Kualitas Usability Sistem Informasi Manajemen Rumah Sakit dengan Metode Heuristic Evaluation dan End User Computing Satisfaction
Authors: Fadhil Muhammad , Irman Effendy
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini berupaya menilai kegunaan Sistem Informasi Manajemen Rumah Sakit (SIMRS) di OKU RSUD Timur melalui penerapan metodologi Evaluasi Heuristik dan Kepuasan Komputasi Pengguna Akhir (EUCS). Implementasi SIMRS dimulai pada tahun 2018 dengan tujuan meningkatkan kemanjuran operasional fasilitas kesehatan. Namun demikian, berbagai tantangan teknis, termasuk malfungsi sistem dan ketidakakuratan dalam entri data, terus-menerus menghalangi efektivitas pemanfaatannya. Metodologi penelitian yang digunakan bersifat deskriptif secara kuantitatif, memanfaatkan data yang dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner yang disebarluaskan kepada 78 personel di OKU RSUD Timur. Analisis data mengungkapkan bahwa skor kepuasan pengguna rata-rata pada EUCS adalah 81,74%, sedangkan Evaluasi Heuristik menghasilkan skor rata-rata 82,58%. Kedua metodologi evaluatif menunjukkan bahwa kegunaan SIMRS dapat dikategorikan sebagai terpuji, meskipun Evaluasi Heuristik menunjukkan hasil yang sedikit lebih unggul. Mengingat temuan ini, peningkatan kegunaan dapat diarahkan untuk menyempurnakan fitur estetika dan minimalis, serta memperkuat kontrol sistem dan langkah-langkah keamanan. Penyelidikan ini berkontribusi pada badan evaluasi empiris yang berkaitan dengan kegunaan SIMRS dalam institusi perawatan kesehatan, sehingga mendorong peningkatan kualitas sistem informasi kesehatan.
Implementasi Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) Pada Aplikasi Agenda Rapat
Authors: Firaninda Cahya Prista  , Sri Wulandari
Published: January 2025

Salah satu jenis kegiatan organisasi HIMATIKA UTY yaitu mengadakan rapat. Kegiatan ini dilakukan secara rutin selama berjalannya periode kepengurusan. Tetapi, pengelolaan kegiatan rapat masih dilakukan secara manual sehingga tidak efisien. Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk membangun aplikasi Agenda Rapat HIMATIKA UTY yang digunakan untuk mengoptimalkan pelaksanaan kegiatan rapat. Sistem yang dibangun pada penelitian ini akan mengimplementasikan Firebase Cloud Computing (FCM) yang digunakan oleh sekretaris dan pengurus. Aplikasi ini berfungsi untuk memudahkan sekretaris dalam mengelola kegiatan rapat, mengelola kehadiran dan mengajuan izin, serta memberikan notifikasi kepada pengurus jika terdapat jadwal rapat, notulensi, atau informasi rapat. Berdasarkan nilai SUS 89,08, sistem ini termasuk dalam kategori "Sangat Memuaskan," menunjukkan bahwa pengguna secara keseluruhan memiliki pengalaman yang sangat baik dalam menggunakan sistem. Angka ini menunjukkan bahwa sistem sudah memenuhi standar kemudahan penggunaan dan kualitas interaksi yang baik.
Prediction of Customer Creditworthiness with the C4.5 Algorithm at PT Menara Indonesia Company
Authors: Dhoni Hanif Supriyadi  , Siahaan Fernando B , Anwar Syaiful , W Handono Felix
Published: January 2025

Customer credit assessment is still carried out using traditional methods that are time-consuming and less accurate. This is evidenced by the fact that there are still customers with problematic credit who pass the loan application process. To address this issue, this research aims to develop a method using the C4.5 algorithm. The purpose of this research is to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the company’s debt collection process. This research uses customer data from PT Menara Indonesia, which has credit loans. The data includes seven independent variables: net income, loan amount, credit score, number of arrears, tenure, assets, and loan age, as well as one dependent variable, namely credit risk. The C4.5 algorithm is applied to build a customer credit repayment prediction model. This model is tested using the k-fold cross-validation method with k = 10. The test results show that the C4.5 model has excellent performance, with an accuracy of 99.70%, precision of 99.25%, recall of 98.52%, and an F1-score of 98.88%. The advantage of this method is its ability to provide highly accurate predictions, thereby helping the company identify high-risk customers and improve the overall debt collection process
Impelementasi Framework Express JS Pada "Mupuk": Aplikasi Layanan Subsidi Pupuk Berbasis Android
Authors: Hamdan Ainur Riza Syakirin  , Rr. Hajar Puji Sejati
Published: January 2025

Dalam beberapa tahun terakhir, perkembangan teknologi informasi telah mengubah berbagai sektor, termasuk sektor pertanian. Salah satu kebijakan penting dalam sektor pertanian adalah program subsidi pupuk, yang bertujuan untuk membantu petani mendapatkan akses pupuk dengan harga terjangkau dan menjaga stabilitas produksi pangan. Namun, tantangan dalam mendistribusikan subsidi pupuk secara tepat sasaran dan efisien masih menjadi isu yang perlu diatasi. Dalam pengembangan aplikasi ini, diperlukan framework backend yang cepat, efisien, dan mampu menangani data dalam jumlah besar. Express.js adalah salah satu framework yang banyak digunakan dalam pengembangan aplikasi berbasis Node.js karena keandalannya dalam membangun API yang ringan dan cepat. Framework ini memungkinkan pengembang untuk membangun aplikasi server-side yang mampu mendukung aplikasi mobile dalam melakukan komunikasi data secara real-time dan efektif. Interpretasi hasil Kemudahan Penggunaan: Sebanyak 83% pengguna merasa puas atau sangat puas, desain Antarmuka: 75% pengguna puas dengan desain antarmuka aplikasi, Kecepatan Respons: 76% pengguna merasa puas dengan kecepatan respons aplikasi, Relevansi Informasi: 88% pengguna merasa informasi yang disajikan sangat relevan, Kepuasan Keseluruhan: Secara keseluruhan, 81% pengguna merasa puas dengan aplikasi ini, meskipun ada beberapa area yang bisa ditingkatkan.
Analisa Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Kepuasan Pengguna E Study Dengan Human Organisation Technology (Hot-Fit) Model
Authors: Saputra Septiyan Tri , Lusiana Dewi , Oktavianto Hardian
Published: January 2025

Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui tingkat keberhasilan Aplikasi E Study dengan Kerangka Evaluasi Human, Organization, Technology (HOT-FIT Model). Aplikasi E Study yang digunakan untuk menangani data akademik dan menyampaikan informasi akademik. Bagaimana pengaruh Service quality terhadap User satisfaction dan pengaruh User satisfaction dan Organization terhadap Net benefit. Hasil penelitian adalah Kualitas Layanan (KL) berpengaruh signifikan terhadap Kepuasan Pengguna (KP) dengan koefisien 0,889 dan C.R 6,900. Kepuasan Pengguna (KP) berpengaruh signifikan terhadap Net Benefit (NB) dengan nilai koefisien sebesar 0,467 dan nilai C.R 2,483. Struktur Organisasi berpengaruh signifikan terhadap Net Benefit (NB) dengan nilai koefisien sebesar 0,462 dan nilai C.R 3,012. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan Aplikasi E Study berhasil karena pengguna merasa puas dengan fitur Aplikasi yang ada pada E Study. Pengguna merasa puas dengan layanan yang cepat dan responsif. Manfaat yang diberikan E Study kepada pengguna mampu memberikan kepuasan kepada pengguna.
Pengembangan Aplikasi Pemetaan Lahan Berbasis Mobile Menggunakan Geographic Information System (Gis)
Authors: Bagus Ardi Pratama  , Ledy Elsera Astrianty
Published: January 2025

Sistem Informasi Geografis (SIG) berperan penting dalam pengembangan aplikasi pemetaan lahan berbasis mobile di Kecamatan Rembang. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membantu petani dalam pengarsipan dokumen yang berkaitan dengan data petani dan data geospasial lahan, sehingga mendukung pengelolaan lahan yang lebih efektif dan terintegrasi. Aplikasi ini dirancang untuk meningkatkan efisiensi dan akurasi pemetaan lahan serta memudahkan petani dalam mengelola lahan pertaniannya secara digital. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode waterfall, yang melibatkan observasi dan wawancara dengan petani sebagai pengguna utama untuk memastikan aplikasi sesuai dengan kebutuhan lapangan dan kondisi lahan. Pengumpulan data geospasial dilakukan dengan teknologi GIS untuk mengurangi kesalahan entri data yang sering terjadi pada metode manual. Implementasi dilakukan dengan bahasa pemrograman PHP Native & Kotlin, menggunakan alat bantu pengembangan Visual Studio & Android Studio Code dan MySQL untuk database. Pengujian dilakukan dengan menggunakan User Acceptance Testing (UAT), dengan hasil UAT mencapai tingkat kepuasan sebesar 88,75%. Aplikasi ini memungkinkan pengelolaan data yang lebih efektif, termasuk informasi geospasial dan data petani yang relevan untuk pemantauan lahan pertanian yang berkelanjutan. Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa aplikasi ini meningkatkan efisiensi pemetaan lahan dan memperkuat kapasitas petani untuk mengadopsi teknologi modern.
Pengembangan Model Sistem Informasi Penerimaan Peserta Didik Baru Untuk Sekolah Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini
Authors: Faizal Fritzen , Noprisson Handrie
Published: January 2025

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mengubah sistem pendaftaran dari yang semula manual dengan formulir pendaftaran menjadi sistem informasi penerimaan peserta didik baru (PPDB) berbasis web yang sesuai dengan kebutuhan sekolah dengan metode pengumpulan data dan model waterfall. Tahapan penelitian pada pengembangan sistem informasi penerimaan peserta didik baru (PPDB) berbasis Web di TK Islam El-Fash meliputi tahapan analisis kebutuhan pengguna dan fungsional sistem, desain sistem, implementasi dan pengujian. Penelitian ini dilakukan fokus pada permasalahan Penerimaan Peserta Didik Baru (PPDB) di Taman Kanak-Kanak (TK) Islam El-Fash Jurang Manggu Timur, Kec. Pondok Aren, Kota Tangerang Selatan. Penelitian dilakukan pada periode Juni 2023 hingga Juni 2024. Hasil dari penelitian, sistem ini mendukung pengguna (orang tua /wali murid) untuk mengisi formulir pendaftaran, mencetak formulir pendaftaran yang telah di isi ke dalam bentuk *.pdf, melihat hasil pendaftaran, mengirimkan bukti pembayaran total biaya pendaftaran. Selain itu, administrator dapat menambah, mengedit, menghapus halaman PPDB, data pendaftar, data pembayaran, biaya pendaftaran, dan rincian biaya masuk, membuat pengumuman hasil PPDB dan mengelola pengguna dengan memberikan hak akses yang sesuai, seperti admin sekolah atau user (orang tua/wali).
Aplikasi Promosi dan Penjualan Business-to-Business Berbasis Web (Studi Kasus PT. Revass Utama Medika)
Authors: Nengsiana Nengsiana , Ayumi Vina
Published: January 2025

Keberadaan sistem informasi penjualan di era digital saat ini semakin penting bagi perusahaan dalam mengelola proses bisnisnya. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk analisa perancangan sistem informasi promosi dan penjualan  Business-to-Business sehingga memudahkan perusahaan dalam mengintegrasikan kebutuhan informasi yang dapat menunjang pelayanan secara menyeluruh dan menyesuaikan strategi penjualan serta pemasaran produk yang lebih terarah. Metode penelitian yang digunakan meliputi studi lapangan dan observasi dengan melakukan wawancara menggunakan metode waterfall, rancangan pemodelan menggunakan metode UML. Hasil analisa yang dilakukan menunjukkan bahwa informasi penjualan manual yang digunakan di perusahaan ini tidak efisien dan diusulkan untuk dibuat aplikasi promosi dan penjualan berbasis web. Tujuan pembuatan aplikasi ini adalah untuk memperbaiki efisiensi waktu dalam memproses serta bertransaksi dan juga pemasaran produk yang lebih terarah. Aplikasi ini memiliki beberapa fitur yang cukup lengkap seperti fitur menambah dan menghapus produk, dashboard grafik penjualan, fitur transaksi, fitur pilihan pengiriman dan fitur pengambilan laporan penjualan.
Analisis Usabilitas Sistem Informasi Akademik Berdasarkan Usability Scale (Studi Kasus: Universitas Mercu Buana)
Authors: Rahayu Sarwati , Nugroho Andi , Sandiwarno Sulis , Salamah Umniy , Dwika Putra Erwin , Purba Mariana , Setiawan Hadiguna
Published: January 2025

Analisis usability pada situs web Universitas Mercu Buana (UMB) adalah penelitian yang penting dilaksanakan untuk memastikan bahwa situs tersebut efektif mendukung tujuan universitas, terutama dalam hal pengalaman yang pengguna dalam menyelesaiakn tujuan akademik dan administratif dengan standar etika dan profesional. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan selama periode Januari 2024 sampai Mei 2024. Tujuan utama dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengukur usabilitas situs web UMB dengan menggunakan metode kuesioner. Kuesioner yang digunakan untuk penelitian mengadaptasi System Usability Scale (SUS) yang terdiri dari total 10 pertanyaan. Berdasarkan perhittungan setiap item pernyataan memiliki skor minimal 0 dan skor maksimal 2,5, skor akhir setiap responden berkisar antara 0 hingga l00. Nilai skor rata-rata yang didapatkan yaitu 63,125. Berdasarkan hasil skor 63,125, situs web UMB memiliki nilai berada di antara rentang 50 hingga 70. Hal ini menunjukkan situs web UMB tersebut berada pada kategori "cukup baik" tetapi masih ada perlu ada sedikit perbaikan. Beberapa ikon atau tata letak pada situs UMB yang kurang familiar bagi responden. Selain itu, perlu adanya pedoman yang dikembangkan untuk memberikan informasi cara pengunaan website bagi pengguna yang pertama kali menggunakan situs web UMB.
Rancang Bangun Interkoneksi Jaringan Berbasis VPN Menggunakan Metode EOIP Tunnel
Authors: Verian Nugroho Dimas , Noprisson Handrie
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menyelesaikan permasalahan pencadangan data otomatis antara server di Data Center Cyber dengan server di Apartemen XYZ menggunakan teknologi Ethernet over IP (EoIP) Tunnel pada jaringan MikroTik. Permasalahan utama yang dihadapi adalah tidak adanya jalur langsung untuk menghubungkan kedua server, sehingga proses sinkronisasi dan backup data harus dilakukan secara manual. Metode penelitian eksperimental dengan pendekatan Network Development Life Cycle (NDLC) digunakan untuk menganalisis kebutuhan, merancang jaringan baru, mengimplementasikan, serta mengevaluasi solusi yang dirancang. Implementasi EoIP Tunnel dilakukan untuk menciptakan jalur komunikasi eksklusif dan aman, dilengkapi dengan konfigurasi static route serta script otomatis berbasis robocopy untuk mendukung pencadangan data secara berkala. Pengujian konektivitas menunjukkan hasil yang optimal dengan kecepatan transfer stabil sebesar 49 Mbps, tanpa kendala dalam pengiriman file dari server AST ke server QNAP.
Anthropometric Measurements of 2D Foot Impressions for Living Body Weight Determination among Tagalog Population in the Philippines
Authors: T Nataraja Moorthy, , D Ivan Nikkimor, L. , K Sairah, A.
Published: January 2025

Person identification is the mainstay in any forensic investigation based on physical evidence found at crime scenes. Foot impressions/ footprints serve as vital evidence in crime scenes. Studies have indicated that foot impressions can be used to determine stature, gender and body weight and to narrow down the suspects and for identification. Anyhow it is important to consider ethnicity whenever dealing with the determination of stature and body weight, and if not, it may end with the wrong result. Hence the present research aimed to develop regression equations to determine living body weight from 2D foot impressions among the adult Tagalog population, an indigenous ethnic group in the Philippines. The study recruited 100 male and 100 female volunteers with ages ranging from 18 to 60 years, whose 2D foot impressions and body weight were collected. A total of 10 length measurements, five from the left and five from the right side of the participants were made and the length is the distance between the posterior end of the heel and the anterior end of all toes. The data were analysed statistically using SPSS software version 27 and developed linear regression equations separately for males and females. The result showed that a significant positive correlation exists between 2D footprint length and living body weight. The correlation coefficient (r) values are found to be higher in males (0.336-0.390) than in females (0.111-0.227) and the standard deviation values are also low. The developed regression equations can be well used in real crime scenes to determine body weight from 2D-foot impressions among Tagalog people in the Philippines.
The Role of Oxygenation Index as an Outcome Predictor in Mechanically Ventilated Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Patients
Authors: Mamun Mohsin Ur Rahman , Hossain Md. Mozaffer , Rahman A.K.M. Ferdous
Published: January 2025

Background: Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is associated with a significant mortality rate and a high likelihood of failing to wean from mechanical ventilation. Predicting such outcomes in such patients is crucial for the modification of appropriate treatment approaches and for facilitating family communication. Several studies have found that the oxygenation index is an early predictor of outcomes. This study aimed to assess the role of OI assessed on day 1 for predicting weaning outcomes and mortality within 28 days. Methods: This prospective observational study was done at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) over a year. A total of 122 patients with ARDS admitted to the non-COVID intensive care unit (ICU) at the Department of Anesthesia, Pain, Palliative & Intensive Care were included in the study based on selection criteria, using a non-probability sampling technique after receiving informed written consent from the patient’s attendants. On day one, the oxygenation index (OI) was measured, and the outcomes were recorded. Results: An oxygenation index of ≥16.01 cm of H2O substantially increased the risk of mortality by 295.211 (95% confidence interval (CI): 28.163-3094.528) times and predicted mortality with 88.06% sensitivity and 87.27% specificity. The oxygenation index (≥11.11 cm of H2O) was found to independently and significantly increase the chance of weaning outcome (failure) by 35.094 (95% CI: 4.041-304.762) times and weaning failure was predicted with 95.45% sensitivity and 70.27% specificity. Conclusion: In ARDS patients on mechanical ventilation, the OI measure at day one can be used as a highly accurate, and independent predictor of death and weaning failure.
Myocardial Protection Using Antegrade Cardioplegia Alone Compared to Antegrade Combined with Vein Cardioplegia in On-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery
Authors: Singh Gurpreet , Vendargon SJ , Hamid Syed Rasul Bin G. Syed
Published: January 2025

Cardioplegia is an integral component of myocardial protection. Standard delivery of cardioplegia includes antegrade and retrograde method. Retrograde technique may cause injury to the coronary sinus and inadequate right ventricular protection while antegrade alone may be inadequate especially delivery of cardioplegia through very stenotic vessels. Therefore, in this study we compare myocardial protection using antegrade cardioplegia alone compared to combination of antegrade and vein cardioplegia in on pump coronary artery bypass graft surgery. This is a cross sectional retrospective study. Two groups of patients (antegrade combined with vein cardioplegia-study group and antegrade cardioplegia alone- control group) were studied. The study group consists of 42 patients while the control group consists of 39 patients. Study population are patients aged between 30-80 years old between 1 January 2019 and 30 April 2023. Intraoperative characteristics such as cardiopulmonary bypass time, aortic cross clamp time, cardioplegia volume, number of post-operative inotropes, ventricular tachycardia and fibrillation after aortic unclamping and postoperative characteristics such as hospital stay, ICU stay, mortality, intra-aortic balloon pump insertion, chest reopen for bleeding and postoperative atrial fibrillation were compared. The results of this study showed that cardiopulmonary bypass time, hospital stay, mortality, postoperative IABP insertion and postoperative arrhythmia rate for both groups were similar, however not statistically significant. The study group required less inotropes before transfer to ICU. (2.83 VS 3.10, P=0.04). The primary finding of this study shows that there is no difference in terms of myocardial protection with antegrade combined with vein cardioplegia as compared antegrade cardioplegia alone.
Primary Pulmonary Synovial Sarcoma; A Case Report of a Large Lung Mass
Authors: Petra M. Azizan , Soon Sing Yang
Published: January 2025

Synovial sarcoma is a rare soft tissue sarcoma which arises from immature mesenchymal tissue and has been described to occur in close relation to tendons, tendon sheaths and bursal structures. Synovial sarcoma can also occur in the lung, which is known to be part of a very rare subset of primary lung malignancies. There is no standard management for primary pulmonary synovial sarcoma (PPSS) but it is recommended that resection is done as early as possible. We describe a case of a 37-year-old male with a large primary pulmonary synovial sarcoma (PPSS). This report includes the diagnostic process and the adopted treatment approach for this patient.
Uwiedzeni przez „bezpiekę”
Authors: Bereszyński Zbigniew
Published: January 2025

Komunistyczny aparat bezpieczeństwa dysponował bogatym arsenałem środków służących do rekrutacji jego kadr. Od różnego rodzaju przywilejów i bodźców natury materialnej, poprzez wygrywanie ambicji osobistych po zastraszanie i groźbę zastosowania represji. Środki te, umiejętnie zastosowane, umożliwiały w skrajnych rekrutację kandydatów na funkcjonariuszy nawet spośród osób nastawionych wcześniej negatywnie do rządów komunistycznych i reprezentowanej przez  nie ideologii. Tematem artykułu są cztery różne przypadki tego rodzaju z różnych okresów historii „Polski Ludowej”, przenalizowane dla zilustrowania mechanizmów rekrutacyjnych aparatu bezpieczeństwa.
Wokół koncepcji wychowawczej Jadwigi Zamoyskiej
Authors: Regulska Agnieszka
Published: January 2025

Artykuł dotyczy koncepcji wychowawczej Jadwigi Zamoyskiej (1831-1923), którą realizowała w założonych przez siebie w XIX wieku szkołach. Ukazane zostaną uniwersalne zasady wychowania do pełni człowieczeństwa, które autorka opierała na wierze katolickiej i wartościach narodowych. W artykule zaprezentowane zostaną założenia pracy organicznej, która stała się fundamentem szkół utworzonych przez Jadwigę Zamoyską, a także zostaną poddane analizie cele i metody stosowane w jej koncepcji wychowania. W okresie zaborów podejmowała działania na rzecz odrodzenia ojczyzny poprzez propagowanie konieczności doskonalenia siebie, wychowania młodego pokolenia i przygotowania do pełnienia ról rodzinnych i społecznych. W jej koncepcji odnaleźć można analizę ponadczasowych problemów związanych z wychowaniem, a także kwestię kobiety, pracy ludzkiej, troski o dobro wspólne, umiłowanie ojczyzny i Boga.
Jak punkty zwrotne z przeszłości wpływają na postrzeganie języka obcego?
Authors: Werbinska Dorota
Published: January 2025

Celem artykułu jest ukazanie, jak z pozoru ulotne doświadczenia z przeszłości, zwane tutaj punktami zwrotnymi, mogą wywrzeć niebagatelny wpływ na doświadczanie języka obcego w późniejszym okresie życia. Badanie narracyjne z wykorzystaniem dogłębnego wywiadu jako metody badawczej osadzone jest w koncepcjach złożonych systemów dynamicznych (Complex Dynamic Systems Theory) i dotyczy trzech doświadczonych nauczycielek języków obcych: emerytowanej anglistki oraz germanistki i romanistki u progu ich przejścia na emeryturę. Wszystkie trzy biografie zawodowe uczestniczek badania są rozważane z perspektywy trzyetapowej sekwencji: 1) znalezienia się w nowej sytuacji, 2) konfrontacji z wyzwaniem, 3) zdobycia nowej (samo)wiedzy dotyczącej konkretnego aspektu języka obcego. Z badania wynika, że we wszystkich przypadkach punkt zwrotny pełni dwie funkcje: powoduje nagłą zmianę przekonań uczestniczek badania na temat danego języka obcego oraz dostarcza im punktu odniesienia do przyjęcia konkretnego stanowiska na temat relacji z tym językiem w dłuższym czasie.
PERSPEKTIBO NG MGA GURO SA LIKOD NG PABAGO-BAGONG TUNTUNIN NG ORTOGRAPIYANG FILIPINO
Authors: Christian D. Sison
Published: January 2025

Ang pangunahing layunin ng pananaliksik na ito ay matuklasan at galugarin ang karanasan at pananaw ng mga Guro sa Likod ng Pabago-bagong Tuntunin ng Ortograpiyang Filipino. Ang pananaliksik na ito ay ginamitan ng kwalitatibong disenyo at batay sa pitong partisipante na mga Guro sa Filipino na nagtuturo sa Kolehiyo at Pribadong paaralan ng Kapalong College of Agriculture, Sciences and Technology (KCAST), Kapalong College of Technology (KCTI), Inc at Maryknoll High School. Ginamit ang metodong triangulation sa pamamagitan ng pagsaalang-alang ng pinalalim na pahayag (in-depth interview). Ang resulta ng pananaliksik na ito ay napapangkat sa dalawang katanungan: una, ang karanasan ng mga guro sa likod ng pabago-bagong tuntunin ng ortograpiyang Filipino, nakapaloob dito ang tatlong pangunahing tema: Kalituhan sa pagpapatupad ng mga tuntunin, kakulangan ng mga libro at kagamitan, at magkaibang pinagbabasehan sa pagtuturo. Pangalawa, pananaw ng mga guro sa likod ng pabago-bagong tuntunin ng ortograpiyang Filipino. Napaloob dito ang tatlong pangunahing tema: paglaanan ng oras sa pag-aaral, magkaroon ng sapat na kagamitang panturo, at pagiging bukas ang loob sa mga pagbabago.
MGA SUSING SALITA: Guro sa Filipino, pabago-bagong tuntunin, ortograpiyang filipino, kwalitatibo, Pilipinas
PAGTUKOY SA KAMALIAN NG PAGGAMIT NG PANDIWA SA ISINULAT NA TEKSTONG DESKRIPTIBO NG MGA PILING MAG-AARAL NG MEDYOR SA FILIPINO: ISANG PAGSUSURI
Authors: John Lloyd S. Bolaton  , Conie B. Cerna
Published: January 2025

Ang pananaliksik na ito ay naglalayong makagawa ng isang pagsusuri sa mga kamaliang ginamit na pandiwa sa isinulat na tekstong deskriptibo ng mga piling mag-aaral ng medyor sa Filipino sa lokal na institusyon ng Kapalong. Isang error analysis o pagsusuri ng kamalian ang ginamit na dulog sa pag-aaral na ito na kabilang sa kwalitatibong pamamaraan. Ginamit ang 51 na tekstong deskriptibo bilang korpora na siyang sinuri at binigyan ng kaukulang pagwawasto ayon sa tuntunin sa angkop na gramatika. Batay sa resulta, nauuri sa apat na kategorya sa pagsusuri ng kamalian ang isinulat ng mga mag-aaral tulad ng pagkakaltas (omission), pagdadagdag (addition), kamalian sa anyo (misformation), at kamalian sa pagsasaayos (misorder). Sa pagtatapos ng pananaliksik na ito ay nahanap ang pangunahing solusyon, paraan at mga hakbang upang mapalawak at mahasa ang kasanayan ng mag-aaral lalong-lalo na sa larangan ng pagsulat ng iba-ibang sulating pang-akademiko gayundin ang kaalaman sa angkop na gramatika na siyang mahalaga rin upang maging malinaw ang ideya sa pagpapahayag.
MGA SUSING SALITA: pagtukoy sa kamalian, pandiwa, pagsulat, tekstong deskriptibo
ALAB NG PLUMA: ISANG KWALITATIBONG PAG-AARAL SA DANAS NG MGA BATANG MAMAMAHAYAG SA MGA PAARALANG SEKONDARYA NG MANIKI, KAPALONG
Authors: Allyza P. Suico  , Jezil Joy C. Apolinar
Published: January 2025

Ang pananaliksik na ito ay naglalayong suriin ang mga hamon at paraan ng mga batang mamamahayag sa kanilang larangan. Natukoy na ang mga batang mamamahayag ay nakararanas ng kahirapan sa pagtutok sa ibang mga gawaing pang-akademiko, nahihirapan dahil sa kakulangan sa pagsasanay, at nagkakaroon ng hadlang dahil sa problema sa pakikipagsalamuha sa ibang tao. Sa pagharap sa mga hamon na ito, natuklasan na ang mga batang mamamahayag ay nakapagtagumpay sa pamamagitan ng pakikinig sa mga payo, pananalig sa Panginoon, at suportang nakukuha mula sa kanilang mga magulang. Ang kanilang tagumpay ay nakaugat sa pagkakaroon ng tiwala sa sarili, paglalaan ng sapat na oras sa pagsasanay, at katapatan sa pagpapahayag. Ang mga natuklasan sa pananaliksik na ito ay nagbibigay-diin sa kahalagahan ng mga personal na katangian at pamamaraan sa pagharap sa mga hamon sa larangan ng pamamahayag ng mga batang mamamahayag.
KEYWORDS: Edukasyon, Danas ng Mamamahayag, Penomenolohikal, Sekondarya, Pilipinas.
Vers une nouvelle conceptualisation du métavers : entre réel, virtuel et imaginaire
Authors: Perez Charles
Published: January 2025

Cet article explore comment le métavers redéfinit les frontières entre le réel, le virtuel et l’imaginaire. Il analyse la manière dont les technologies métaversiques enrichissent ou transforment nos perceptions et interactions avec le monde. De la réalité augmentée, où des éléments numériques s’intègrent au réel, à des univers totalement fictifs et immersifs, le métavers se présente comme une extension du réel. En croisant les dimensions du virtuel et de l’imaginaire, il ouvre un champ très vaste d’applications, de l’éducation à l’industrie, tout en reflétant l’évolution de nos aspirations culturelles et technologiques. Plus qu’une simple immersion numérique, le métavers se révèle être un processus en constante évolution, enrichissant la créativité et l’innovation.
INTEGRATION OF LABOR MIGRANTS INTO THE SOCIO-CULTURAL ENVIRONMENT OF VLADIMIR AND THE VLADIMIR REGION
Authors:   Vladimir State University named after A. G. and N. G. Stoletovs, Vladimir, Russia, Pogorelaya S. V. , Filatova O. V. ,   Vladimir State University named after A. G. and N. G. Stoletovs, Vladimir, Russia, Mikhaylova N. V. ,   Vladimir State University named after A. G. and N. G. Stoletovs, Vladimir, Russia
Published: January 2025

The article examines the possibilities and prerequisites for the formation of mo-tivation among migrant workers to integrate into the cultural, linguistic and educational space, the professional environment of Vladimir and the Vladimir region. The results of the project "Sports and cultural practices as a means of interethnic integration" are being studied, aimed at identifying factors contributing to the establishment of full-fledged intercultural communication between the population of the region and migrant workers, the establishment of mutual under-standing and mutual respect between them. The specificity of the psychological profile of the migrant's personality is revealed on the basis of psychological diagnostics of the emotional, mo-tivational and intellectual spheres of personality. The possibilities of creating an urban environ-ment more harmonious in terms of interethnic and interfaith relations, meeting the interests of residents of Vladimir and the Vladimir region and migrant workers are analyzed. Recommenda-tions are offered to improve the migration situation in the region.
SYSTEMS OF DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT OF A REGIONAL SPATIAL TOURISM CLUSTER ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE REGIONS OF THE NORTH CAUCASUS
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education “State University of Land Management”, Rozhik Trifon F.
Published: January 2025

In addition, the relevance of the study is due to the fact that due to the closure of the borders of many states for Russian tourists to visit, as well as certain currency fluctuations that make holidays abroad quite expensive, the use of a cluster approach to tourism development contributes to solving specific problems of the regional economy, improving the efficiency of tour-ism and related industries, as well as It has a positive effect on the quality of life of the population by generating synergetic effects.
The management system of the tourism cluster has been in a state of constant updating and restructuring for more than two decades, while the effectiveness of new management struc-tures is consistently low, as a result of which the cluster does not function as an integrated intersectoral economic complex. The expected multiplicative and synergistic effects expected dur-ing its creation have not been achieved. The article concludes that the North Caucasian tourism cluster has been at the initial stage of development for two decades and has not reached ma-turity. To activate the cluster potential of tourism in the region, it is proposed, along with other management measures, to create a common marketing concept for managing the resort and recreational complex of the macroregion.
PSYCHOLOGICAL FEATURES OF ADAPTATION OF LABOR MIGRANTS FROM UZBEKISTAN
Authors:   Vladimir State University named after A. G. and N. G. Stoletovs, Vladimir, Russia, Tagunova A. D.
Published: January 2025

The article raises the problem of psychological features of adaptation of labor migrants from Uzbekistan in Russia. It describes the relevance of the study, features of the process of adaptation of labor migrants from Uzbekistan. The results of the conducted empirical study of psychological features of adaptation of labor migrants from Uzbekistan are presented. The importance of further research is emphasized.
ECONOMIC THREATS CAUSED BY UNREGULATED CIRCULATION OF CRYPTOCURRENCIES
Authors:   Moscow State Pedagogical University - Pokrovsky Branch, Zvyagintseva Olga P. , Gnezdova Yuliy V. ,   OGBOU VO "Smolensk State Institute of Arts"
Published: January 2025

The article considers economic threats associated with unregulated circulation of cryptocurrencies. The main risks that arise due to the lack of a clear regulatory framework are analyzed. Special attention is paid to potential threats to financial stability, the possibility of using cryptocurrencies for illegal activities, including money laundering and terrorist financing, as well as difficulties in monitoring and controlling transactions. Possible measures to regulate and control cryptocurrency circulation in order to minimize risks and protect the country's eco-nomic security are also discussed.
THE SPATIAL DIGITAL TWIN OF THE REGION
Authors:   Donetsk Academy of Management and Public Administration, Donetsk, Russia, Kuzmenko Marina I.
Published: January 2025

The article raises the question of the need to use a spatial digital twin of the region. It has been established that the advantages of using the spatial digital twin of the region are: integrated planning and management of regional development, rapid response to emergen-cies and risk management, improving the quality of life and sustainable development of the re-gion, improving the efficiency of decision-making, the development of new technologies and in-novations. The challenges of using the spatial digital twin of the region are systematized. Based on the structural approach, the concept of a spatial digital twin of the region is proposed, which, unlike the existing ones, is structured by levels and allows you to digitally display the state of objects, transport and energy infrastructure in real time and manage them.
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION: FROM CHALLENGES AND RISKS TO OPPORTUNITIES AND BENEFITS
Authors:   Saint-Petersburg State University of Aerospace Instrumentation, St. Petersburg, Russia, Trofimova Natalya N.
Published: January 2025

The purpose of the study is to identify and analyze the impact of digital trans-formation on the activities of the enterprise with an emphasis on its benefits, risks and factors contributing to the successful implementation of digital technologies. Particular attention is paid to the consideration of issues of perceived risk (financial, security and organizational) and their impact on the transformation processes. An analysis of the theoretical foundations of digital transformation was carried out: key concepts and approaches to digital transformation were defined, the main advantages of digital transformation for business were studied (increased effi-ciency, reduced costs, improved product quality). Key risks and challenges of digital transfor-mation were identified. The possible consequences of these risks for business were assessed. The success factors of digital transformation were determined. Strategies were developed that con-tribute to the successful implementation of digital technologies (investing in the platform, creat-ing a team of change leaders, training employees).
PROFESSIONAL DYNASTIES AS A MEANS OF TRANSMITTING FAMILY VALUES
Authors:   Vladimir State University named after A. G. and N. G. Stoletovs, Vladimir, Russia, Shamanin N. V.
Published: January 2025

The article considers the phenomenon of professional dynasties as a key mech-anism for the transmission and reinforcement of family values. Professional dynasties are seen as a form of professional succession, where the transmission of knowledge, establishments, and traditions from the older generation to the younger promotes not only professional but also per-sonal identification, enhances a sense of belonging, and contributes to the formation of family cultural capital. The role of dynasties in the development of social and psychological personality qualities is emphasized.
Former passions and current concerns about African art, identity, and cultural heritage
Authors: Hersak Dunja
Published: January 2025

This paper examines the current state of African art history and material culture and its changing directions since the 1970s when ethnographic fieldwork on historical art and ritual in the rural context was the norm. It points to the significant shift in interest during the last three decades from research and field study on historical arts to contemporary African creativity by artists at home and abroad. In addition, the paper discusses the more recent impact of social and political factors in the Euro-American world challenging the West’s hold on material treasures from Africa acquired during the colonial period and their long-standing Western interpretation and exposure. This focus on the past has set into motion restitution projects and provenance research of illegally acquired museum objects. Given the current divide between scholars of different origins, training, and perspectives, as well as the diverse viewpoints of Afrodescendants across the Western world, issues concerning research methods, provenance, and the return of African collections to their homelands pose many challenges that call for new transparent and collaborative approaches.
A rare neurological association of bicuspid aortic valve: A case report
Authors: Xuereb Rachel A. , Bonello John , Bonello Maria J. , Galea Gabriel , Xuereb Robert G.
Published: January 2025

A 45-year-old male presented to the Emergency Department with a 2-h history of sudden onset right-sided headache and difficulty walking. Initial non-contrast computed tomography (CT) of the brain was unremarkable. Twelve-lead electrocardiogram showed left ventricular (LV) hypertrophy with strain pattern. On echocardiography, the aortic valve was noted to be bicuspid, associated with at least moderate eccentric aortic regurgitation and moderate aortic stenosis. In view of the initial presentation of ataxia and headaches, and the finding of bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) on echocardiography, an urgent CT of aorta and carotid arteries was performed, revealing dissection of the right vertebral artery and a right lateral medullary infarct. Aortic root dilatation and aortic dissection are well known complications of BAV. However, vertebral artery dissection in the context of BAV with a normal aortic root is unusual, and to our knowledge has only been reported once in the literature so far.
State-of-the-art perspective: Advances in incretin-based therapy targeting progression of diabetes and cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome
Authors: A. Nasser Samar , V. Pulapaka Anuhya , Gupta Shaveta , C. Ferdinand Keith
Published: January 2025

The incretin system is targeted in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) conditions. Increasingly, incretin hormones (i.e., gut peptides that enhance glucose-stimulated insulin secretion) reduce blood glucose levels, consequently alleviating CKM syndrome. Specifically, glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) demonstrated glucose-lowering effects, delayed gastric emptying, decreased glucagon secretion, and weight loss. An investigational medication, retatrutide, interacts as a tri-agonist with glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP), GLP-1, and the glucagon receptor. Contemporary data indicate that early intervention, targeting not only the GLP-1 receptor but also the GIP and glucagon receptors, are forthcoming therapeutics affecting T2DM in earlier phases and CKM outcomes, demonstrating the advances in tri-agonists versus only GLP-1. Notably, endogenous levels of gut incretin hormones shift as pre-diabetes progresses to diabetes or regresses to normoglycemia. The present perspective provides a review of incretin therapy and its prospects in hindering the progression of T2DM and CKM syndrome.