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Implementasi Media Promosi Katalog Baju yang Lebih Interaktif Menggunakan Aplikasi Augmented Reality
Authors: Sutianto Nanang , Wulandari Sri
Published: February 2024

The current technological advancement are progressing rapidly in line with the changing times. With the current pace of development, many people, especially teenagers, are keen on following fashion trends. This has led to increased competition in the fashion catalog industry. Many industries require information technology innovation, including the products offered to attract customers' attention. Typically, catalog industries advertise their products using posters, photos, or videos. However, these methods are less interactive and engaging as promotional media ideas in the current digital era. One technology that can address this issue is Augmented Reality (AR), which combines virtual objects with the real-world environment captured by the camera, making virtual objects appear integrated into the real world. By using Mobile Augmented Reality (AR) applications and with the help of our smartphones, we can view virtual clothing catalog objects on our smartphones, making them appear as if they were real. Moreover, users can virtually try on clothing over their own images, providing them with a better understanding of how the clothing will look when worn. This can create a more interactive and engaging shopping experience
The Correlation Between Adversity Quotient and Self-Regulated Learning of Official Students at Forestry
Authors: Rolyadin Siboro Eliakim
Published: February 2024

The study was conducted based on the researcher's interest in the condition of students in learning, where the Pekanbaru forestry vocational high school is one of 5 forestry vocational schools in Indonesia under the Ministry of Environment and Forestry of the Republic of Indonesia, which has different rules and ways of educating from schools in general. High demands on school quality standards require students to condition themselves and their minds in a pressure both in managing time and the very monotonous environment faced by students, aiming to achieve an achievement and good results. Based on these problems, this study was conducted with a quantitative research method that uses a scale as a measuring tool for collecting research data. The population in this study were all students of Forestry Vocational High School Pekanbaru, the total sample was 209 students of class X and XI which were determined by purposive random sampling technique. Based on the results of data analysis using product moment correlation analysis techniques with a correlation coefficient (r) of (0.695) with a significant (p) of (0.000) (p <0.01), the magnitude of the variable contribution value (R squared) 48.3%. So it is concluded that the hypothesis in this study is accepted, with the explanation that there is a positive and significant relationship between adversity quotient and self-regulated learning in Pekanbaru Forestry Vocational High School students.
Pengaruh Variabel Keuangan dan Regulasi terhadap Harga Saham Perbankan di Indonesia: Studi Kasus pada Perbankan Indonesia
Authors: Tenika Eiyagina , Muchtar Susy
Published: February 2024

One user of financial reporting information is investors. An investor's main interest in a company's financial statements is to find out how profitable the company is from the perspective of capital investment in the company. One way to get more accurate information is to carry out financial ratio analysis. The data analysis used in this research is descriptive analysis and multiple regression analysis. This calculation uses statistical methods supported by the SPSS for Windows program to measure the impact of a bank's financial performance on its share price. 61.00% of the variation in all independent variables (CAR, RORA, NPM, ROA, and LDR) can explain the dependent variable (share price). The remaining 39.00% is explained by other variables not proposed in this research.
Membangun Kepercayaan Konsumen di Kota Kupang untuk Berbelanja secara Online Melalui E-Wom dan E-Service Quality
Authors: Alya Elita Sjioen  , Jofret Umbu Soru Peku Djawang
Published: February 2024

Trust has a very important role in having an impact on consumer loyalty in the competitive environment of e-commerce. Lack of consumer trust can give a negative impression to the electronic word of mouth provided and electronic service quality. The population in this research is all Kupang City residents who have shopped online. The sampling technique used a purposive sampling method, namely a sample of 100 Kupang City residents who had shopped online. The data collection tool uses a questionnaire and the measurement scale uses a Likert scale. The data analysis technique uses structural equation modeling (SEM). The results of the research are that e-service quality has a significant and positive influence on the e-WOM of the people of Kupang City who shop online. E-service quality does not have a significant impact on consumer confidence in Kupang City who shop online. E-WOM has a significant impact on consumer confidence in Kupang City who shop online. Indirectly, e-service quality and e-WOM as intervening variables have a significant and positive impact on consumer confidence in Kupang City who shop online. The advice that can be given is for business people, especially MSMEs in the Kupang City Region, to utilize online media as an online shop to market their business products or services with good electronic service quality, then the electronic word of mouth of the people of Kupang City who shop online will be positive and if electronic word of mouth provides positive information, the level of consumer confidence in Kupang City who shop online is higher, which has an impact on sales turnover.
Hubungan Kedisiplinan Siswa dengan Hasil Belajar Akidah Akhlak di MTSN Kota Bogor Tahun 2023
Authors: Elywarni Elywarni , Maemunah Sa’diyah Maemunah Sa’diyah , Noor Isna Alfaien Noor Isna Alfaien
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this study aims to describe the relationship between student discipline and learning outcomes in Akidah Akhlak class VIII at MTsN Kota Bogor. The method used in this research is quantitative with a correlation approach. The sample in this study amounted to 78 respondents with simple random sampling technique. Data collection using questionnaires distributed to respondents and leger documentation of student learning outcomes. The results of the questionnaire validity test for the student discipline variable with a total of 15 items showed overall valid results and the reliability test with a result of 0.805 means reliable. The data analysis carried out is to describe and make a category table of each variable, then to see the relationship using product moment correlation. Based on the data obtained, student discipline shows a moderate category level with a total of 52 students with a percentage value of 66.7% and learning outcomes there are 52 students with a percentage value of 66.7% having scores in the moderate category range. The correlation test results show a number of 0.307> 0.05, which means that there is a significant positive relationship between student discipline and learning outcomes in Akidah Akhlak subjects. The results of hypothesis testing by comparing rcount with rtable show the results of 0.307>0.2227 then the alternative hypothesis is accepted (Ha), based on these data is that there is a significant relationship between student discipline and student learning outcomes at MTsN Kota Bogor.
Hubungan Antara Minat Belajar dengan Prestasi Belajar Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran PAI Kelas X di SMK IT Bina Adzkia Depok
Authors: Chodidjah Makarim Chodidjah Makarim , Ade Fitri Kurniasih Ade Fitri Kurniasih , Noor Isna Alfaien Noor Isna Alfaien
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this research namely: (1) to determine students' learning interest in class X PAI subjects at SMK IT Bina Adzkia Depok, (2) to determine student learning achievement in class X PAI subjects at SMK IT Bina Adzkia Depok, (3) to find out whether there is a relationship between learning interest and student learning achievement in class X PAI subjects at SMK IT Bina Adzkia Depok. The data collection technique used is a questionnaire by distributing data to 40 grade X students, for data analysis, namely scoring, normality test and homogeneity test and the method used is correlation. The results of this study show that: (1) student learning interest in PAI subjects is included in the medium category, (2) student learning achievement in PAI subjects is included in the medium category, (3) there is a positive and significant relationship between interest in learning and student learning achievement in PAI subjects which are included in the medium category.
Konstruksi Sosial Masyarakat Kota Bengkulu terhadap Gaya Komunikasi Laki-laki Feminin
Authors: Tarmizi Nurhidayat Tarmizi Nurhidayat , Alfarabi Alfarabi , Neneng Cucu Marlina Neneng Cucu Marlina
Published: February 2024

The phenomenon of feminine men's communication styles in society has resulted in changes in values ​​that have received attention. This research aims to determine the social construction and actions of the people of Bengkulu city towards feminine men's communication styles using Peter L. Berger and Thomas Luckmann's Social Reality Construction Theory which includes three dialectical moments, namely externalization, objectivation and internalization. The results of this research are divided into three dialectical moments. First, the moment of externalization of informants who have circles and those who do not have circles with feminine men tend to stigmatize the communication style of feminine men like women, and is considered deviant behavior which is feared that there will be sexual deviations such as LGBT. Second, the moment of objectification of informants who have a circle and who do not have a circle with feminine men see the communication style of feminine men as a character in which the traits, attitudes and behavior shown in the form of self-presentation such as gentle and graceful demeanor, less manly, so considered weak men. Third, the moment of internalization of informants who have circles and those who do not have circles with feminine men consider that feminine men are good, friendly, pleasant individuals, good public speaking, expressive, confident, and tend to be the center of attention. The social construction of communities that have or do not have circles with feminine men assesses the communication style of feminine men as the character, traits, attitudes and behavior shown by certain individuals as a form of self-presentation which is considered positive and also negative. The social behavior of people who have or do not have circles with feminine men are open and can accept the communication style of feminine men but still limit their social interactions, interactions and communication for fear of deviation.
Media Choice and Public Participation in the Budget Making Process for Nyeri County
Authors: Ogoti Lucy , Mberia Hellen , Ndavula John
Published: February 2024

Purpose:  The aim of the study was to determine the effect of Media Choice on Public Participation in the Budget Making Process in Nyeri County.

Methodology: The study population constituted all the residents operating and living in Nyeri County, Nyeri County Government officials and leaders from both the County Executive and County Assembly. The study applied a descriptive study design and used both primary and secondary data that was obtained from public participation reports, publications, and interviews with county government officials, budget committee members and questionnaires to the MCAs, residents, staff of the County Assembly. Stratified random sampling was used to select and identify respondents from Nyeri County residents’ attendees in public participation fora and a further random sampling to obtain respondents from the Wards. Strata and purposive sampling was used to get key informants from the County Executive and County Assembly. A sample size of 72 general respondents and 12 key informants was used. Both quantitative and qualitative data was collected using a study questionnaire and interview guides respectively. Qualitative data was represented using study themes or goals and was discussed in narrative. The quantitative data was sorted and analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25. The findings were presented using tables and graphs

Findings: A regression correlation analysis of the data showed that the independent variables (social media =0.044, for print media = 0.047) were significant with p values of less than 0.05 - the predetermined significance level – to imply that the results were statistically significant. The p value for radio station was 0.326, greater than 0.05, thus not significant in its effect on public participation in the budget making process in the County Government of Nyeri. From the data collected, great importance was placed on vernacular and community radio stations which are potential channels for communicating pertinent information on the budget making process. The research found out other factors that determine effectiveness of public participation to include public’s awareness of its rights, individual understanding of the processes, and level of education and prevailing support infrastructure.

Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Medium Theory and Arnstein’s Ladder of Citizen Participation Model informed the study variables and approach. Further research is recommended to explore other variables. The study findings will help planners and implementers at the County level when setting out to engage the public for their participation in the County’s development agenda. .
Hypertroof peroneaal tuberculum met tenosynovitis van de peroneuspezen
Authors: Vermeulen Q. , Decorte T. , De Coninck B. , Watteyne K. , Vanden Bossche L.
Published: February 2024

Hypertrophy of the peroneal tubercle: a rare cause of peroneal tendon synovitis

Hypertrophy of the peroneal tubercle is a rare cause of peroneal tendon synovitis. The peroneal tubercle of the calcaneal bone is an anatomical structure with both structural and biomechanical functions. When abnormal in shape and size, it can cause friction or impingement of the peroneal tendons, resulting in tenosynovitis and/or tendon tears. Clinically, the patient presents with tenosynovitis and a prominent peroneal tubercle palpable on the lateral calcaneus. A radiography and an ultrasound are sufficient for the diagnosis. An additional CT scan and MRI are often performed to better visualize the bony structures and soft tissues, respectively. The treatment consists of conservative therapy for at least 6 weeks. If this therapy fails or if the tendon is torn, surgery may be required.
Effects of Social Capital on Forest Management Practices among Food Crop Farmers in Oyo State Forest Reserves, Nigeria
Authors: Marizu J. T , Ayiti S. A. , Miftaudeen-Rauf A. A. , Raufu M. O.
Published: February 2024

Forest management is essential to Nigeria’s economic and ecological development. Decline and desertification are results of the difficulties farmers faced. Social capital fortifies the cooperative approach to mitigating these associated problems. This study looked into how Oyo State food crop producers’ social capital affected their ability to manage their forests. In order to gather data, standardised questionnaires were used to choose 223 respondents using multistage random selection techniques. The objectives were examined using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Farm size, agricultural experience, distance from the farm, number of years spent in school, and use of extension services all affected the adoption of forest management practises (FMP). Gender, the heterogeneity index, the collective labour participation index, meeting attendance, and membership index density are all instruments that have a combined positive and substantial effect on FMP. FMP is favourably and strongly correlated with each of these variables. According to this study, an average respondent’s influence on farm management increases with the size of the association to which he belongs. In the meanwhile, it was discovered that the Decision Making Index and the Meeting Attendance Index, which have positive and negative relationships with farm management, respectively, were not statistically significant in explaining this influence on farm management.
Angioimmunoblastic T-cell Lymphoma Presenting With a Neutrophilic Leukemoid Reaction: A Diagnostic Challenge
Authors: Muthu Krishnan Amy Amutha Amanda , Caroline Ho Siew Ling , Seman Zainina
Published: February 2024

Angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma (AITL) accounts for 1-2% of all non-Hodgkins lymphoma. Patients present with lymphadenopathy, hepatosplenomegaly, polyclonal hypergammaglobulinemia and skin lesions. The presence of rash and neutrophilia in the absence of circulating abnormal lymphocytes in the peripheral blood film leads to a misdiagnosis. A 33-year-old presented with cervical lymphadenopathy with WCC of 104.9 g/dl, maculopapular rash, loss of weight and appetite associated with B symptoms. His peripheral blood film revealed hyperleukocytosis with a neutrophilic leukemoid reaction. Neutrophil alkaline phosphatase (NAP) score was high. Bone marrow aspirate and trephine were suggestive of neutrophilic leukemoid reaction with features of granulocytic hyperplasia with no lymphoid aggregates suggestive of neutrophilic leukemoid reaction secondary to underlying malignancy with a differential of myeloproliferative neoplasm if no reactive causes of granulocytic hyperplasia could be found. A lymph node biopsy was done later and was consistent with AITL. This case illustrates the rare presentation of AITL with a neutrophilic leukemoid reaction in the absence of anaemia, eosinophilia and abnormal lymphoid cells.
Surviving the Terror of the Deep: A Vibrio vulnificus Case Report
Authors: Zainuddin Nurnabilah , Mat Nasir Nurathirah , Samsuddin Rinni Damayanti , Tengku Jamaluddin Tengku Zetty Maztura , Ibrahim Rosni
Published: February 2024

Vibrio vulnificus is one of the most virulent pathogenic Vibrio species commonly implicated in gastroenteritis, soft tissue infection and septicemia related to seafood consumption or seawater contact. We describe a patient who survives a combination of all three common manifestations of V. vulnificus infection. A 40-year-old male patient, who is a known Chronic Hepatitis B with liver cirrhosis and oesophageal varices, presented with intermittent fever, lower limb pain and redness and diarrhea for the past three weeks. He had a history of consuming raw oysters seven days prior to admission. Blood culture showed grew oxidase-positive non-sucrose fermenting Gram-negative bacillus, subsequently identified as Vibrio vulnificus. The patient was treated with intravenous ceftazidime and oral doxycycline for seven days duration. He was discharged well on day ten of admission. This fortunately mild presentation was probably due to a low infective dose of V. vulnificus exposure.
Full Blood Count Parameters in COVID-19 Patients With Disease Severity, Patient Outcome and Vaccination Status
Authors: Omar Mohd. Shah Fazly , Mohd Tajuddin Syirah Nazirah , Md Noor Sabariah , Seman Zainina
Published: February 2024

Introduction: A link between full blood count (FBC) parameters with the severity and prognosis of individuals with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection is shown. We aim to identify changes in FBC parameters depending on patients’ characteristics, the severity of the disease and vaccination status. Methods: A cross-sectional retrospective laboratory study is done on 208 respondents who were selected from February 2021 to December 2022 in the Pathology Department of the Tuanku Ja’afar Hospital in Negeri Sembilan. All patients are confirmed COVID-19 positive by real-time reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) of pharyngeal and nasal swab specimens. Patients are further classified based on their COVID clinical stages, severity, vaccination status and outcome. The statistical data are analysed using IBM SPSS version 27. Results: Severe patients have significantly lower absolute lymphocyte count (ALC), absolute monocyte count (AMC), absolute eosinophil count (AEC) and absolute basophil count (ABC) but higher mean platelet volume (MPV), absolute neutrophil count (ANC), neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and immature granulocytes (IG) compared to non-severe patients (p < 0.05). Similar findings are seen among non-survivors (p < 0.05). Fully vaccinated patients have significantly lower NLR and MPV but higher ALC, AMC, AEC and ABC than unvaccinated or partially vaccinated patients (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Selected FBC parameters of COVID-19 patients (platelets, ANC, NLR, MPV, ALC, AMC, AEC, and ABC) are significantly different depending on patients’ severity, outcome and vaccination status. These results might give a clear insight for clinicians to anticipate the severity and outcome of patients based on the patient’s FBC parameters.
Seagull Optimization Algorithm with Share Creation with an Image Encryption Scheme for Secure Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks
Authors: Mohan Ravichandran , Prabakaran Ganesan , Priyaradhikadevi Thirugnanasambandham
Published: February 2024

Α Vehicular Ad hoc Network (VANET) allows transmission, amid moving or stationary vehicles via wireless technology. Amongst several problems, safe transmission is the most important one in smart VANETs in 5G networks. Smart vehicles require integration with advanced road systems encompassing smart payment and traffic control systems. Numerous security mechanisms are used in VANETs to ensure safe communication. One such mechanism is cryptographic digital signatures based on encryption. This study introduces the new seagull optimization algorithm involving share creation with an image encryption scheme (SGOA-SCIES) for secure VANET transmissions. The goal of the SGOA-SCIES technique is to create a considerable number of shares and encrypt them to accomplish security. In the SGOA-SCIES technique, a Multiple Share Creation (MSC) scheme is employed to generate numerous share sets. For the share encryption process, the SGOA-SCIES technique engages the Fractional-Order Chaotic System (FOCS) approach to encrypt the generated shares. The optimal keys of the FOCS method can be chosen by the SGOA usage, which ameliorates the security level. The performance evaluation of the SGOA-SCIES method is examined on benchmark data. The simulations demonstrate the enhanced SGOA-SCIES methodology outcome and compare it with the ones of other existing systems and under the implementation of various measures.
Comparative Study of Radio Resource Distribution Algorithms
Authors: Gharbi Atef , Yahya Abdulsamad Ebrahim , Ayari Mohamed
Published: February 2024

The equitable distribution of radio resources among different users in wireless networks is a difficult problem and has attracted the interest of many studies. This study presents the Proportional Fair Q-Learning Algorithm (PFLA) to enable the equitable distribution of radio resources among diverse users through the integration of Q-learning and proportional fairness principles. The PFLA, Round Robin (RR), and Max Throughput (MaxTP) algorithms were compared to evaluate their effectiveness in resource allocation. Performance was measured in terms of sum-rate throughputs and fairness index. The comparison results showed an improvement in the fairness index metrics for PFLA compared to the other algorithms. PFLA showed gains of 11.62 and 43% in the fairness index compared to RR and MaxTP, respectively. These results show that PFLA is more efficient in utilizing available resources, leading to higher overall system throughput and demonstrating its ability to balance performance metrics between users, especially when the number of users increases.
PROSPECTS FOR RUSSIAN-IRANIAN ENERGY COOPERATION
Authors: Kharitonov D. V.
Published: February 2024

Due to the withdrawal of the United States under Republican President D. Trump in 2018 from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) to resolve the Iranian nuclear crisis, non-Western vector of foreign policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran (IRI) (China, India, Russia, Turkey and other states) has strengthened. It became particularly apparent with the coming to power of a conservative president close to the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ebrahim (Ibrahim) Raisi. Seeking to escape the foreign policy isolation and financial and economic sanctions pressure created by the United States and its allies, Tehran is increasingly participating in the activities of major international entities such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (Iran became a full member of the Organization on July 4, 2023), the Eurasian Economic Union (Interim Free Trade Agreement is in force) and BRICS (a member of the organization since January 1, 2024).

Thus, Iran declares itself as a successfully developing regional center of power. The article pays special attention to the development of energy (with Russia, Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan), transport and logistics projects (with Azerbaijan, a railway through Iran to Nakhichevan) with neighboring countries. Under President Raisi new gas and oil fields were discovered. In the future they will ensure greater production and exports. With Russia, Iran in the medium term plans to realize swap gas supplies to Iran through the territory of Turkmenistan, as well as to create a gas hub on the coast of Makran to export its own and Russian energy carriers to the countries of South and Southeast Asia. The government of I. Raisi pays special attention to the development of the Macran Free Economic Zone (FEZ) and the FEZ of Kish Island. At the same time, this is a significant territory not only in geo-economic, transportation and logistics, but also in military terms: the seaports of Chahbehar and Jask are geostrategic at the crossroads of energy communications of the Middle East and South (and further Southeast) Asia.
Personal and Socio-Economic Characteristics of Dairy Farmers of Valsad District of Gujarat
Authors: PATEL P C , SABAPARA G P
Published: February 2024

A field survey was conducted in Valsad district of Gujarat to ascertain the personal, socio-economic  characteristics of dairy farmers and data were collected randomly from 240 dairy animal owners  through personal interview with the help of structured interview schedule. The present study revealed  that majority of the owners were belonged middle age group, literate, nuclear type of family with more  number of children making big size family. Most of the respondents were from schedule tribe category  having medium level of extension contacts and mass media exposure with membership in one  organization. Only few of the respondents were landless categories. Majority of respondents had  small herd size and they possessed agriculture and livestock as their livelihood.
A Survey on-Advancing Urban Sustainability through Smart City Integration
Authors: Rhea R Pillai  , Priyanka B  , Karthik U  , Sameena HS
Published: February 2024

The three essential elements of smart city development that are highlighted in this project are air pollution monitoring, video surveillance, and optimised street lighting. Energy economy and safety are improved when intelligent sensors and controls are integrated into street lights. Proactive security measures are guaranteed by advanced video surveillance combined with AI analytics. IoT-enabled air pollution monitoring allows for the real-time collection of data for focused interventions. Savvy streetlamps outfitted with sensors and versatile controls offer energy investment funds and upgraded wellbeing by changing lighting levels in view of constant circumstances. Video reconnaissance frameworks, enabled by man-made intelligence calculations, give proactive observing and reaction abilities, guaranteeing public wellbeing and security. Moreover, air contamination observing utilizes IoT sensors to gather constant information on air quality boundaries, empowering designated intercessions to alleviate contamination levels. When these systems are integrated, sustainable urban growth is promoted, resource utilisation is optimised, and quality of life is enhanced.
Utilization of camel’s milk for preparation of banana, guava, persimmon, and mango ice milk
Authors: Abdeldaiem Ahmed , Abbas Fawzi Mohamed , Salem Aida Soliman , Salman Hanan Farag Dokdok Salman
Published: February 2024

The present work was focused on application of camel's milk with banana, guava, persimmon, and zebda-mango fruits for preparation ice milk. Four ice milk treatments [TB (banana), TG (guava), TP (persimmon), and TZ (zebda-mango)] besides the first control [C* (contains cow’s milk)] and second control [C** (contains camel’s milk)] were prepared. The chemical analysis between different fruits showed noticeable differences in the total solids (TS), fat, protein, ash, crude fiber, carbohydrate, total soluble solids (TSS), pH value, radical scavenging activity (RSA), and total phenolic compounds (TPC). The physicochemical properties (especially freezing point, pH value and acidity) besides the rheological parameters of ice milk mixtures showed significant (p < 0.05) changes between controls and fruits treatments, in addition the rheological parameters (except flow behaviour index) of TG > TZ > TP > TB > C* ≈ C**. During aging times from fresh up to 4 hrs, the rheological parameters (apparent and plastic viscosities, and consistency coefficient) were increased significantly, but the yield stress and flow behaviour index were decreased significantly. The physicochemical properties of fruits ice milk treatments whether at 1 or 30 days showed significant differences between controls and fruits ice milk treatments. With regard to the RSA and TPC of ice milk treatments, the treatments were recorded significant increases in the previous parameters than controls. Through the storage periods, the significant decreases in each RSA and TPC values were reported. The melting rates of C** ≈ C* > TB > TP > TZ > TG were noticed throughout the storage periods of 1 and 30 days. Zebda-mango ice milk was ranked the best treatment according to the panelist’s judgment, followed by banana, persimmon, and then guava ice milk treatments. The total production costs showed that the TP > C** ≈ TG ≈ TZ > TB > C*, in addition the profits of C* > TB > C** ≈ TG ≈ TZ > TP, when the present treatments compared with the selling price in supermarket.
Patient genetic heterogeneities acting as indicators of post-operative pain and opioid requirement in orthopedic surgery: A systematic review
Authors: Hasan Ahmad , Pearl Adam , Daher Mohammad , Saleh Khaled J.
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Orthopedic surgical procedures are expected to increase annually, making it imperative to understand the correlations between patient genetic makeup and post-operative pain levels.

Methods: We performed a systematic literature review using PubMed and Cochrane databases in accordance with Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. A total of 299 articles were initially selected, 20 articles remained after title and abstract review, and nine articles were selected for inclusion upon full text review.

Results: Genetic risk factors identified included the A allele of the 5HT2A gene single nucleotide polymorphism, the AA genotype of the ADRB2 gene, the CG genotype of the IL6 gene, the genotypes CT and TT of the NTRK1 gene, genotypes AA and GA of the OPRM gene, and the AA and GA genotypes of the COMT gene. Additional studies in the review discuss statistical significance of other variants of the COMT gene.

Conclusion: There have been genetic association studies performed on the patient heterogeneity and its relationship on patient pain levels, but more data need to be collected to understand the clinical utility of stratifying patients based on genomic sequence.
Monitoring buprenorphine in patients on medication-assisted treatment
Authors: Pesce Amadeo , Bollman Katie , Krock Kevin , Cua Agnes , Tran Keith , Thomas Richard
Published: February 2024

Background: Buprenorphine is used for medication-assisted treatment of opioid dependence.

Purpose: Monitoring of medication adherence involves testing of urine or oral fluid for the drug or its metabolite.

Methods: Quantitative results using liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometer testing defined the excretion pattern of the drug and its metabolites.

Results: Frequency distribution curves of buprenorphine and norbuprenorphine describe the expected drug concentrations of patients on this medication.

Conclusion: Urine and oral fluid drug testing can be used to monitor adherence in this population.
Influence of prickly pear cactus (Opuntia stricta) on the socio-economic status of pastoral livelihoods of rangelands in the Northern Rift Valley of Kenya
Authors: Mugane Joseph , Muok Benard , Bulli Peter
Published: February 2024

This study aimed to evaluate the influence of the prickly pear cactus on the socio-economic status of pastoral livelihoods of rangelands in the Northern Rift Valley of Kenya. The prickly pear cactus (Opuntia stricta) is one of the most widespread and naturalized invasive species in the arid and semi-arid areas of Kenya, with serious negative consequences on rural livelihoods and the environment. The invasiveness of O. stricta is due to its productive and competitive advantages under marginal conditions, limited availability of pests and pathogens, and high reproductive potential. A descriptive survey design was used in this study. In this study, the socio-economic impact of the prickly pear cactus was examined in two sites located in the northern rangeland of the Rift Valley in Kenya. A purposive sampling technique with semi-structured questionnaires administered through an Open Data Kit was used to generate the primary data. In order to examine the influence of O. stricta on the socio-economic status of livelihoods, the study used linear regression analysis. The study concluded that an increase in cactus thicket negatively affects the livelihoods of the pastoral communities. This study recommends that support to the local communities from the government, as well as other developing agencies operating within the region, is necessary for the effective management of the invasive species. Furthermore, development plans for the region must also take into account the socio-ecological impact of the prickly pear cactus in the region.
Minimal Implant Fixation in Correction Deformity of Hallux Valgus and Hammer Toe with Lapidus Procedure and Distal Chevron Technique – A Case Report
Authors: Sari I Made Bagus Surya Mahapriandana , Subawa I Wayan
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Hallux valgus is a complex positional deformity that leads to altered joint mechanics, dysfunction, and progressive pain often at the medial eminence of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. Hammertoe is described as partial or complete dislocations of the proximal interphalangeal joints. This disease is usually asymptomatic, however, in some cases, it can cause pain and may cause discomfort when wearing footwear. Surgical treatment is routinely recommended for the severe hallux vagus and hammer toe deformity that is refractory to conservative care. In this case, clinical and minimally invasive surgery for reconstruction of deformity correction of the hallux vagus and hammer toe are described. Case illustration: We reported a 54-year-old female presented with a 4-year history of worsening pain and deformity to the left great toe which was initially aggravated by wearing tight shoes while the patient was working. She also complained of pain in the second toe of the left foot since 3 years ago, the pain felt worse when doing activities using footwear. The patient said that initially the left big toe was bent outwards so the second toe also became bent. Clinically she has hallux vagus and mallet toe. On a plain radiograph, her deformity was classified as severe with a Hallux Vagus Angle (HVA) of 46 degrees, and an intermetatarsal angle (IMA) of 25 degrees. She was offered surgical correction by Lapidus procedure and Chevron Procedure, the alignment was maintained with klep and screw. Post-surgical correction shows improvement and on the fifth week, the patient was allowed to full weight bearing with no immediate complication. Conclusion: Hallux Valgus is a common foot deformity but complex. It is not a single deformity but rather a range of deformities and in some cases, it can cause pain and discomfort suggesting that several factors may be responsible. More than one hundred techniques have been introduced for the correction of Hallux valgus but there is no established ideal operation. This is due to the fact that etiology and pathogenesis are not yet known certainty. This surgical procedure that was chosen in this case shows good results. Therefore, further research is needed to explore the possibility of determining factors that are common to each foot and then hopefully lead an optimal treatment protocols for Hallux valgus in the future.
Hypercalcemia in Primary Hyperparathyroidism with Manifestations of Acute Pancreatitis
Authors: Chandra Komang Gangga Eka , Saraswati Made Ratna , Wibawa I Dewa Nyoman
Published: February 2024

Background: Primary hyperparathyroidism can result in hypercalcemia and hypophosphatemia which can cause gastrointestinal symptoms, electrolyte disturbances, renal dysfunction, and acute pancreatitis. The association between pancreatitis and primary hyperparathyroidism is rarely discussed. Case Illustration: We report a 32-year-old man who presented with a history of abdominal pain, nephrolithiasis, and increasing calcium serum. Primary hyperparathyroidism was overlooked until the patient was referred due to pancreatitis. The patient had additional risk factors for pancreatitis such as a history of alcohol consumption and hypertriglyceridemia. The patient had a worsening condition and died because of a septic condition and multiple organ failure. Conclusion: Hyperparathyroidism can cause acute pancreatitis through hypercalcemia with the mechanisms of trypsinogen activation, pancreatic duct obstruction, and genetics. In patients with acute pancreatitis with hypercalcemia, further hyperparathyroidism evaluation is necessary.
Present-day correlations insufficient to constrain cloud albedo change by anthropogenic aerosols in E3SM v2
Authors: Mahfouz Naser , Mülmenstädt Johannes , Burrows Susannah
Published: February 2024

Abstract. Cloud albedo susceptibility to droplet number perturbation remains a source of uncertainty in understanding aerosol– cloud interactions, and thus climate states both past and present. Through E3SM v2 experiments, we probe the effects of competing parameterized processes on cloud albedo susceptibility of low-lying marine stratocumulus in the Northeast Paciﬁc. In present-day conditions, we ﬁnd that increasing precipitation suppression by aerosols increases cloud albedo susceptibility, whereas increasing cloud sedimentation decreases it. By constructing a hypothetical model conﬁguration exhibiting negative susceptibility under all conditions, we conclude that cloud albedo change due to aerosol perturbation cannot be constrained by present-day co-variabilities in E3SM v2. As such, our null result herein challenges the assumption that present-day climate observations are sufﬁcient to constrain past states, at least in the context of cloud albedo changes to aerosol perturbation.
In-situ parameters, nutrients and dissolved carbon distribution in the water column and pore waters of Arctic fjords (Western Spitsbergen) during a melting season
Authors: Saghravani Seyed Reza , Böttcher Michael Ernst , Hong Wei-Li , Kuliński Karol , Lepland Aivo , Sen Arunima , Szymczycha Beata
Published: February 2024

Abstract. A nutrient distribution such as phosphate (PO₄³⁻), ammonium (NH₄⁺), nitrate (NO₃⁻), dissolved silica (Si), total dissolved nitrogen (TN), dissolved organic nitrogen (DON) together with dissolved organic carbon (DOC) and inorganic carbon (DIC), was investigated during a high melting season in 2021 in the western Spitsbergen fjords (Hornsund, Isfjorden, Kongsfjorden and Krossfjorden). Both the water column and the pore water were investigated for nutrients and dissolved carbon distribution and gradients. The water column concentrations of most measured parameters such as PO₄³⁻, NH₄⁺, NO₃⁻, Si, and DIC showed significant changes among fjords and water masses. In addition, pore water gradients of PO₄³⁻, NH₄⁺, NO₃⁻, Si, DIC and DOC revealed significant variability between fjords and are likely substantial sources of the investigated elements for the water column. The obtained dataset reflects differences in hydrography and biogeochemical ecosystem function of the western Spitsbergen fjords and may form the base for further modelling of physical oceanographic and biogeochemical processes within the investigated fjord systems. All data described in this paper are stored in the Zenodo online repository https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10523197 (Szymczycha et al., 2024).
Evaluation of surface shortwave downward radiation forecasts by the numerical weather prediction model AROME
Authors: Magnaldo Marie-Adèle , Libois Quentin , Riette Sébastien , Lac Christine
Published: February 2024

Abstract. With the worldwide development of the solar energy sector, the need for reliable surface shortwave downward radiation (SWD) forecasts has significantly increased in recent years. SWD forecasts of a few hours to a few days based on numerical weather prediction (NWP) models are essential to facilitate the incorporation of solar energy into the electric grid and ensure network stability. However, SWD errors in NWP models can be substantial. In order to characterize the performances of AROME in detail, the operational NWP model of the French weather service Météo-France, a full year of hourly AROME forecasts is compared to corresponding in situ SWD measurements from 168 high-quality pyranometers covering France. In addition, to classify cloud scenes at high temporal frequency and over the whole territory, cloud products derived from the Satellite Application Facility for Nowcasting and Very Short Range Forecasting (SAF NWC) from geostationary satellites are also used. The 2020 mean bias is positive, with a value of 18 W m−2, meaning that AROME on average overestimates the SWD. The root-mean-square error is 98 W m−2. The situations that contribute the most to the bias correspond to cloudy skies in the model and in the observations, situations that are very frequent (66 %) and characterized by an annual bias of 24 W m−2. Part of this positive bias probably comes from an underestimation of cloud fraction in AROME, although this is not fully addressed in this study due to the lack of consistent observations at kilometer resolution. The other situations have less impact on SWD errors. Missed cloudy situations and erroneously predicted clouds, which generally correspond to clouds with a low impact on the SWD, also have low occurrence (4 % and 11 %). Likewise, well-predicted clear-sky conditions are characterized by a low bias (3 W m−2). When limited to overcast situations in the model, the bias in cloudy skies is small (1 W m−2) but results from large compensating errors. Indeed, further investigation shows that high clouds are systematically associated with a SWD positive bias, while low clouds are associated with a negative bias. This detailed analysis shows that the errors result from a combination of incorrect cloud optical properties and cloud fraction errors, highlighting the need for a more detailed evaluation of cloud properties. This study also provides valuable insights into the potential improvement of AROME physical parametrizations.
River plastic transport affected by tidal dynamics
Authors: Schreyers Louise J. , van Emmerik Tim H. M. , Bui Thanh-Khiet L. , van Thi Khoa L. , Vermeulen Bart , Nguyen Hong-Q. , Wallerstein Nicholas , Uijlenhoet Remko , van der Ploeg Martine
Published: February 2024

Abstract. Plastic is an emerging pollutant, and the quantities in rivers and oceans are expected to increase. Rivers are assumed to transport land-based plastic into the ocean, and the fluvial and marine transport processes have been relatively well studied to date. However, the processes controlling the transport in tidal rivers and estuaries, the interface between fluvial and marine systems, remain largely unresolved. For this reason, current estimates of riverine plastic pollution and export into the ocean remain highly uncertain. Hydrodynamics in tidal rivers and estuaries are influenced by tides and freshwater discharge. As a consequence, flow velocity direction and magnitude can change diurnally. In turn, this impacts the transport dynamics of solutes and pollutants, including plastics. Plastic transport dynamics in tidal rivers and estuaries remain understudied, yet the available observations suggest that plastics can be retained here for long time periods, especially during periods of low net discharge. Additional factors such as riparian vegetation and riverbank characteristics, in combination with bi-directional flows and varying water levels, can lead to an even higher likelihood of long-term retention. Here, we provide a first observation-based estimate of net plastic transport on a daily timescale in tidal rivers. For this purpose, we developed a simple Eulerian approach using sub-hourly observations of plastic transport and discharge during full tidal cycles. We applied our method to the highly polluted Saigon River, Vietnam, throughout six full tidal cycles in May 2022. We show that the net plastic transport is about 20 %–33 % of the total plastic transport. We found that plastic transport and river discharge are positively and significantly correlated (Pearson's R2 = 0.76). The net transport of plastic is higher than the net discharge (20 %–33 % and 16 %, respectively), suggesting that plastic transport is governed by factors other than water flow. Such factors include wind, varying plastic concentrations in the water, and entrapment of plastics downstream of the measurement site. The plastic net transport rates alternate between positive (seaward) net transport and negative (landward) net transport as a result of the diurnal inequality in the tidal cycles. We found that soft and neutrally buoyant items had considerably lower net transport rates than rigid and highly buoyant items (10 %–16 % vs. 30 %–38 %), suggesting that transport dynamics strongly depend on item characteristics. Our results demonstrate the crucial role of tidal dynamics and bi-directional flows in plastic transport dynamics. With this paper we emphasize the importance of understanding fundamental transport dynamics in tidal rivers and estuaries to ultimately reduce the uncertainties of plastic emission estimates into the ocean.
The built environment and the determination of fault in urban pedestrian crashes: Toward a systems-oriented crash investigation
Authors: Stiles Jonathan , Miller Harvey
Published: February 2024

This study identifies built environmental factors that influence the determination of fault in urban pedestrian crashes in the United States, with implications for both safety and equity. Using data from Columbus, Ohio, we apply regression modeling, spatial analysis, and case studies, and find pedestrians are more likely to be found at fault on fast, high-volume arterial roads with bus stops. We also observe that better provision of crossings leads to more marked intersection crashes, which are less likely to be blamed on pedestrians. In addition, large differences in both the provision of crossings and fault exist between neighborhoods. We interpret findings through the lenses of the systems-oriented safety approaches Safe Systems and Vision Zero. The conclusion argues that the designation of individual responsibility for crashes preempts collective responsibility, preventing wider adoption of design interventions as well as systemic changes to the processes that determine the built environment of US roadways.