bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Intestinal Parasitic Infections and Associated Factors Among Primary School Students in Tehran
Authors: Shaddel Minoo , Hajali Mohammad Hossein , Karbalaei-Musa Hamidreza , Narimany Eslami Behzad , Homayoni Mohamad Mohsen
Published: February 2024

Background: Parasitic infections in children can negatively impact their growth, health, nutrition status, and cognitive development. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate intestinal parasitic infection and its relationship with the nutritional status of primary school students in Tehran in 2020. Methods: The current study was conducted on 250 samples collected by the available sampling method from 2 selected residential settlements in Tehran. The samples were tested using both direct and formalin ether concentration (sedimentation) methods. The nutritional status of participants was evaluated using the Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) questionnaire. The data were analyzed by the χ2 test. A significant level was considered 0.05. Results: Of the 250 student samples surveyed, 45 exhibited parasitic infection. In terms of nutrition, 18 cases were malnourished, 212 cases were exposed to malnutrition, and 20 cases had normal nutrition. The frequency of parasitic infection was higher in malnourished students (P < 0.05). It was also higher in students whose parents' education levels (especially the mother) were lower. Conclusions: It seems that parasitic infections are associated with students’ nutritional status and their parent education.
Pre-operative Plateletcrit vs. Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio in Predicting Biological Tumor Behavior in Patients with T1-4, N0, M0 Renal Cell Carcinoma: A Retrospective Analysis
Authors: KR Surag , Choudhary Anupam , Singh Anshuman , PM Swathi , Vishwanath Kasi , Rao Mithun
Published: February 2024

Background: Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is an aggressive cancer prevalent worldwide. Objectives: We investigated whether preoperative serum levels of plateletcrit (PCT) can predict tumor stages and pathological grades in patients, who were operated on for T1-4, N0, and M0 RCC. Additionally, we compared it with neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio (NLR). Methods: We conducted a retrospective evaluation of 196 patients, who had undergone nephrectomy (radical or partial) for T1-4, N0, and M0 RCC at our hospital from January 2016 to December 2022. Based on their histopathology results, tumor stages (T) and WHO-ISUP grades (G) were identified. The patients were separated into two categories depending on their T-stage (T1 - T2 and T3 - T4) and pathological grade (G1 - 2 and G3 - 4). The study compared the NLR, PCT, and their combined values to determine their role in predicting aggressiveness based on pathological stage and grade of tumors. Results: The mean cut-off values for NLR and PCT were found to be 2.108 and 0.273, for the high tumor stage and 2.237 and 0.252 for high-grade tumors, respectively. The statistical analysis showed that NLR (P = 0.031) and PCT (P = 0.006) were significant predictors of high tumor stage, while only PCT (P = 0.022) was a significant predictor of high WHO-ISUP grade. The combination of both NLR and PCT helps improve the sensitivity for detecting high-grade tumors. Conclusions: NLR and PCT can be predictive markers of the tumor stage. However, only PCT can predict the tumor grade in patients with RCC. In addition, combining the PCT and NLR scores improved the predictive ability of each parameter, especially for identifying high-grade tumors.
Comparing the Performance of Machine Learning Models in Predicting the Risk of Chronic Kidney Disease
Authors: Moosavi Kashani Sina , Zargar Balaye Jame Sanaz
Published: February 2024

Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) poses a significant health burden worldwide, affecting approximately 10 - 15% of the global population. As one of the leading non-communicable diseases, CKD is a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Early identification of CKD is crucial for reducing its adverse effects on patient health. Prompt detection can significantly lessen the harmful consequences and enhance health outcomes for individuals with CKD. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of various machine learning models in predicting the occurrence of CKD. Methods: The study involved the collection of data from a sample of 400 patients. We applied the well-established cross-industry standard process (CRISP) methodology for data mining to analyze the data. As part of this process, we efficiently handled missing data using the mode approach and addressed outliers through the interquartile range (IQR) method. We utilized sophisticated techniques, such as CatBoost (CB), random forest (RF), and artificial neural network (ANN) models to predict outcomes. For evaluation, we used the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve and calculated the area under the curve (AUC). Results: An analysis of 400 patient records in this study identified that variables like serum creatinine, packed cell volume, specific gravity, and hemoglobin were most influential in predicting CKD. The results indicated that the CB and RF models surpassed the ANN in predicting the disease. Ten critical predictors were pinpointed for accurate disease prediction. Conclusions: The ensemble models in this study not only showcased remarkable speed but also demonstrated superior accuracy. These findings suggest the potential of ensemble models as an effective tool for enhancing predictive performance in similar studies.
Human Papilloma Virus Infection in Iranian Women with Breast Cancer: A Systematic Review
Authors: Jafari Sales Abolfazl , Ebrahimzadeh Mahdiyeh , Pashazadeh Mehrdad
Published: February 2024

Background: Breast cancer (BC) is one of the most common cancers and health problems in women under the age of 40. Objectives: This systematic study investigates the presence of human papilloma virus (HPV) in Iranian women with BC by searching various international and Iranian databases using standardized keywords. Methods: The inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied to select 22 articles with a total of 2445 BC samples for data extraction and analysis using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software. Results: The results show that 21.10% of BC samples were HPV positive with Khuzestan, Shahrekord, Mashhad, and Karaj having the highest number of HPV-positive cases among women with BC. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) was the most used method for detecting HPV in the studies. The distribution of BC samples was highest in Karaj, Tehran, and Golestan. Conclusions: This study provides valuable information about the prevalence of HPV in Iranian women with BC and the geographical distribution of positive cases.
Coping Strategies Among Family Caregivers of Patients with Chronic Mental Disorders: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Marzban Arash , Fereidooni-Moghadam Malek , Ghezelbash Sima
Published: February 2024

Background: It is widely acknowledged that family caregivers of patients with chronic mental disorders face numerous challenges that can jeopardize their mental well-being. Therefore, the adoption of effective coping strategies can equip them to navigate the difficult and stressful situations encountered in their daily lives. Objectives: The primary objective of this study was to assess the coping strategies employed by family caregivers of patients with chronic mental disorders who were receiving care at psychiatric centers in Isfahan, Iran. Methods: This descriptive-analytical study involved 188 family caregivers of individuals with mental disorders selected through convenience sampling. Data were collected using a demographic characteristics form and the Endler and Parker Coping Inventory for Stressful Situations – Short Form (CISS-SF). The relationship between demographic variables and coping strategy scores was analyzed using independent t-tests, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), and Pearson and Spearman correlation tests in SPSS v. 20. Results: The results revealed that 55.1% of family caregivers utilized emotion-oriented coping strategies, 30.3% employed problem-solving coping strategies, and 14.6% adopted avoidance coping strategies. Furthermore, there was no significant relationship between the types of coping strategies and any of the demographic variables (P > 0.05). Conclusions: Given the findings of this study, which suggest that family caregivers tend to use ineffective coping strategies, it is imperative to implement preventive and psychological interventions aimed at enhancing the utilization of problem-oriented coping strategies within this group.
Effect of Peer Group Support Educational Intervention on the HgA1c Level and Self-care Behaviors of Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes Referred to Zahedan Diabetes Clinics
Authors: Sabagh Kimiya , Ghaljaei Fereshteh , Ghorbani Mohammadreza
Published: February 2024

Background: Diabetes is a chronic and costly disease that is very common in adolescents. Improving self-care behaviors will be a motivation to continue treatment. On the other hand, peer support and education have been used as an effective method in reducing behavioral and attitudinal disorders caused by chronic diseases. Objectives: Determining the effect of peer group support educational intervention on the HgA1C level and self-care behaviors of adolescents with type 1 diabetes. Methods: This quasi-experimental research was conducted on adolescents aged 11-18 years with type 1 diabetes who were referred to the Diabetes Clinic in Zahedan city, Iran, in 2019. A total of 189 samples were included in the study using the convenience sampling method and were randomly assigned to two intervention groups and one control group (63 people in each group). The researcher used two methods of educational intervention, including peer support intervention and individual training by the researcher. Individuals in the intervention groups were subjected to separate educational interventions during 4 sessions of 60 minutes, one session every week. The control group received routine care. Demographic information, self-care behaviors, and HbA1c questionnaires were completed and recorded before, immediately, and 2 months after the end of the intervention. The data were analyzed using the Shapiro-Wilk test, chi-square test, repeated measures analysis of variance, one-way analysis of variance, and Bonferroni post hoc test using the SPSS version 26 software. The significance level of the tests was considered 0.05. Results: Peer support training significantly improved self-care behavior (P < 0.001) and decreased HbA1c level (P < 0.001) in the intervention group compared to the control group. Moreover, in the intervention group, the self-care score and HbA1c level were significantly different between the pre-test, post-test, and follow-up stages (P < 0.001). The permanence of the effect of peer education in the follow-up phase was not confirmed for the variables self-care (P < 0.001) and HbA1c (P < 0.001). Conclusions: Our findings showed that using peer groups and the experiences of similar people as educators can improve self-care behaviors and also record lower average glycosylated hemoglobin in type 1 diabetic patients. Therefore, it is recommended that peer support training be used as an effective method in diabetes and other chronic diseases.
Association Study of Polymorphisms in Folate Metabolism and Mothers of Down Syndrome Offsprings in the Southwest of Iran
Authors: Heydari Atefeh , Aminzadeh Majid , Momen Ali Akbar , Tahmasebi Birgani Maryam , Azizi Malamiri Reza , Ghadiri Ata A , Farajnezhad Neda , Ghandil Pegah
Published: February 2024

Background: Down syndrome (DS) is a complex genetic disease that is caused by having three copies of chromosome 21. A possible association between polymorphisms in maternal folate metabolism genes and DS has been evaluated. Objectives: It was aimed to first investigate the influence of C677T and A1298C polymorphisms in the methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase gene (MTHFR) and plasma homocysteine (Hcy) on the maternal risk for DS in the southwest of Iran. Methods: The MTHFR C677T and A1298C polymorphisms were genotyped using restriction fragment length polymorphism and Sanger sequencing, respectively. Allele and genotype frequencies and the dominant model of the MTHFR C677T and A1298C polymorphisms were evaluated in 80 mothers of children with DS and 80 control mothers. Eventually, the ELISA test was used to compare the concentration of plasma Hcy in both groups. Results: A significant association was observed in the 677T and 1298C alleles between the mothers of DS and control groups (P = 0.00077 and P = 0.01248, respectively). Further, the median concentrations of Hcy were significantly higher in mothers with DS babies compared to the control group (P < 0.05). Conclusions: There was an association between MTHFR C677T, A1298C, and plasma Hcy concentrations as the maternal risk of mothers with DS children.
The Effect of Yoga Breathing Exercises on Quality of Life in Children with Asthma
Authors: Nasrollahpor Somayeh , Bahrami Ahmad , Aliakbari Mahboobeh , Haghani Shima , Sabeti Fahimeh
Published: February 2024

Background: Asthma is a chronic disease in children that significantly impacts their quality of life. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the effect of yoga breathing exercises on the quality of life of children with asthma. Methods: In this quasi-experimental study, 84 children with asthma aged 5 - 11 years old were selected and nonrandomly divided into the control group (n = 42) and the intervention group (n = 42). Both groups completed the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory 3.0 (the PedsQL 3.0) Asthma Module. Then, the intervention group performed yoga breathing exercises twice a day for 2 months in addition to receiving medical treatment at home, while the control group only received medical treatment. After 2 months, both groups completed the PedsQL 3.0 Asthma Module for the second time. Results: The mean score and standard deviation for the quality of life before the intervention were 69 ± 13.6 in the intervention group and 72 ± 12.2 in the control group (P = 0.29). After the intervention, the mean score and standard deviation for quality of life were 79.4 ± 9.1 in the intervention group and 72.7 ± 11.1 in the control group (P < 0.003). Conclusions: Yoga breathing exercises improved the quality of life in children with asthma. Therefore, these exercises are recommended as a complementary therapy for pediatric asthma.
Meta-Synthesis As an Original Method to Synthesize Qualitative Literature in Chronic Diseases: A Narrative Review
Authors: Afshari Poorandokht , Bayazidi Snor , Yazdani Shahram
Published: February 2024

Context: The recent growth of research and the vast amount of knowledge available highlight the necessity for synthesizing existing research in a reliable and high-quality manner. The substantial body of qualitative meta-synthesis studies on chronic diseases indicates the need for a deeper understanding of this methodology. Therefore, the purpose of this paper was to explain the process of meta-synthesis in qualitative research. Methods: This was a narrative review with predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria, followed by a web search using relevant keywords. Initially, 980 relevant articles were selected. Subsequently, the titles, abstracts, and full texts were assessed for eligibility using the Critical Appraisal Skills Program checklist. Finally, 21 articles were included in this study. Results: Various approaches have been adopted to address the meta-synthesis of qualitative studies. Common types of qualitative meta-synthesis include meta-narrative, critical interpretive synthesis, meta-study, meta-ethnography, grounded formal theory, thematic synthesis, textual narrative synthesis, framework synthesis, and ecological triangulation. However, concerning chronic diseases, the most commonly used methods were ethnography and Sandelowski and Barroso’s method. Conclusions: Meta-synthesis is a method for integrating the results of studies, re-understanding the findings, and ultimately interpreting them to generate new insights beyond what is obtained from individual studies. Given the extensive body of qualitative research on chronic diseases, it is recommended to conduct this type of research to develop new knowledge based on the findings of previous studies.
Effects of Modified Stretching Exercises on Fatigue Intensity in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Abbasipour MohammadReza , Karimi Zohreh , Roustaei Narges , Mohammadhossini Sima
Published: February 2024

Background: Patients with type 2 diabetes suffer from fatigue and disease complications. Exercise is one of the non-medicinal methods, which is also affordable and can be done at any time and place. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the effects of modified stretching exercise on fatigue intensity in patients with type 2 diabetes. Methods: In the present clinical trial study, the research population consisted of all patients with type 2 diabetes in the internal clinic of Shahid Fayaz-Bakhsh Hospital, Tehran, in 2021. A total number of 50 eligible patients with type 2 diabetes were selected by non-randomized sampling method. The selected participants were randomly divided into two groups: Experiment (25 people) and control (25 people). In the experimental group, training was held in 12 sessions. A demographic checklist and the Multidimensional Fatigue Inventory (MFI) were used to collect data before and after the intervention. The collected data were analyzed through descriptive statistics and paired t-test, chi-square, and independent t-test. Results: Before the intervention, there was no statistically significant difference in the overall scores of fatigue and its dimensions between the experimental and control groups (P > 0.05). After completing the interventions, a statistically significant difference was observed in the mean scores of fatigue and its dimensions between the experimental and control groups (P < 0.001). Conclusions: Modified stretching exercises can improve the severity of fatigue in patients with type 2 diabetes. We suggest that healthcare providers use this stretching exercise to improve fatigue in diabetic patients.
Effect of Foot Reflexology Massage on Sleep Habits in Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Golbaf Abd Al-Rahman , Ramezani Monir , Behnam Vashani Hamidreza , Badiee Aval Shapour , Moharreri Fatemeh
Published: February 2024

Background: Sleep plays a crucial role in children's motor, mental, and cognitive development. Due to the significant prevalence of sleep problems in children with autism and the side effects of pharmacological therapy, complementary interventions should be considered. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the effect of foot reflexology massage on sleep habits in children with autistic spectrum disorder. Methods: This randomized clinical trial was conducted on 60 children with autistic spectrum disorder in Mashhad, Iran. The control group received routine care from the family. In the intervention group, in addition to the routine family care, a foot reflexology massage was performed for 15 min by parents for 30 nights before bedtime for children. The standard Children's Sleep Habits Questionnaire (CSHQ) was completed 3 times in both groups. In the control group, the questionnaire was completed at the beginning of the study, on the 15th day, and on the 30th day after entering the study. In the intervention group, the questionnaire was completed before the intervention, on the 15th day after the intervention, and on the 30th day after the intervention. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 16 by the independent t-test, Mann-Whitney test, and repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA). Results: Among the children included in the study, 78.3% were male, and their mean age was 8.56 ± 2.4 years. The mean total score of children's sleep habits before the intervention was not significantly different between the control and intervention groups (P = 0.71). After the intervention, the mean total score of children's sleep habits was significantly different between the control and intervention groups (P = 0.001). The foot reflexology massage, with a score reduction of 8.13 ± 3.95 points, had a significant impact on the score of sleep habits in the intervention group (P = 0.002). Conclusions: Foot reflexology massage improves the quality of sleep in children with autism and can be recommended as a safe intervention for parents of children with autism.
Effects of Continuous Nursing Care on Hemodialysis Patients' Quality of Life and Lifestyle: An Application of the Information, Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Theory
Authors: Azizi Zia , Biparva Haghighi Somayeh , Haghighizadeh Mohammad Hosein , Sayadi Neda , Shariati Abdolali , Tirom Samaneh
Published: February 2024

Background: Patients undergoing hemodialysis often experience a low quality of life, which can significantly impact their lifestyle. Despite various proposed solutions, these patients continue to face ongoing challenges. Objectives: This research aimed to investigate the effects of continuous nursing care, based on the Information, Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (IKAP) theory, on the quality of life and lifestyle of patients undergoing hemodialysis. Methods: Sixty-eight patients receiving hemodialysis treatment at 2 university hospitals in Ahvaz met the inclusion criteria for this experimental research. With the simple random method, the participants were divided into 2 equal groups: The experimental group and the control group. In addition to routine care, the experimental group received 20 to 30 minutes of continuous nursing care based on the IKAP theory every 2 weeks, while the control group received only routine care. Three questionnaires were administered: A Demographic Information Questionnaire, a Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile, and a Kidney Disease Quality of Life Questionnaire-Short Form (KDQOL-SF), which were completed before the intervention, 1 month after, and 3 months after by both groups. Data analysis employed independent samples t-tests, chi-square tests, and repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA). Results: The nursing intervention based on the IKAP model had a significant impact on the quality of life and lifestyle of patients undergoing hemodialysis. In the experimental group, the mean score for overall quality of life before and after the intervention showed a statistically significant difference (P < 0.001), while in the control group, this difference was not significant (P = 0.807). Similarly, the mean score for lifestyle in the experimental group before and after the intervention was statistically significant (P < 0.001), whereas there was no significant difference in the control group (P = 0.991). Conclusions: Nursing intervention based on the IKAP model has a positive effect on improving the quality of life and lifestyle of patients undergoing hemodialysis. Therefore, it is important to inform health care providers and policymakers about this model, which can serve as a reference for health education in hospitals and other health care centers.
Epidemiology and Related Factors of Internet Addiction with Emphasizing the Role of Feeling Loneliness and Interpersonal Problems in University Students
Authors: Nazari Hadis , Raiesifar Zeinab , Darabiyan Pouriya , Zarea Kourosh , Ghanbari Saeed , Chan Sally Wai Chi
Published: February 2024

Background: Internet addiction is recognized as a global public health issue, with high prevalence among medical students. The identification of risk factors related to Internet addiction is crucial for reducing its prevalence and severity. Objectives: This study aimed to assess the epidemiology and related factors to Internet addiction, emphasizing the role of feeling loneliness and interpersonal problems. Methods: A cross-sectional correlational study was conducted in 2022, involving 414 students from the Nursing and Midwifery Faculty, Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran. Young’s Internet addiction questionnaire, along with the assessments of interpersonal problems and loneliness, was used. Descriptive and inferential statistics (including correlation coefficients and hierarchical regression) were applied using SPSS software (version 22), with a significance level set at P < 0.05. Results: All students had internet addiction; nevertheless, the majority (82.4%) of them were in the range of mild addiction, and none of them had severe Internet addiction. The average score of Internet addiction was 51.59 (4.77), which shows moderate Internet addiction among students. Internet addiction had a positive and significant relationship with students’ lodging (dormitory), feelings of loneliness, and interpersonal problems; however, there was no correlation with age, gender, marital status, major, and academic year. Conclusions: The prevalence of Internet addiction was significantly higher in the present study than in previous studies, serving as a critical warning for health practitioners and planners. Notably, the highest level of addiction observed was at a mild level, necessitating early intervention to prevent further escalation. Considering the correlation between Internet addiction and students’ lodging (dormitory), feelings of loneliness, and interpersonal problems, it is imperative to explore alternative activities within dormitories and provide regular psychological counseling for the early detection of these issues.
Toleranz und Gleichberechtigung : ein Beispiel zur Förderung der Diskursfähigkeit im Rahmen des kulturreflexiven DaF-Unterrichts mit Erasmus Incoming-Studierenden der Universität Graz
Authors: Faustmann Stefanie
Published: February 2024

This article presents teaching materials to promote the development of discourse skills. It provides an introduction by bringing together theoretical perspectives and the results of the research project Conveying values and culture in GFL courses at the University of Graz. In addition to that, reference is made to the objectives of the research project and to the quantitative and qualitative data collection. It will be shown that the teaching materials are based on the findings of the empirical study. The main focus is on the question of how GFL teachers can contribute to make it easier for GFL learners to deal with real-world problems and to participate in social, cultural and political life. In this context, activities and exercises on the topic of tolerance and equality will be described. In sum, the article uncovered a need to provide methods and strategies that can develop the ability to engage in German language discourses.
"Die Deutsche Märchenstraße" als erlebbare und diskursive Landeskunde im DaF-Unterricht
Authors: Avcı Serde Belma
Published: February 2024

This article deals with the use of a 600 km long route through Germany, the "German Fairy Tale Route" in foreign language German lessons. In the context of the discursive approach, an attempt is made to create a didactic proposal on the topic of the "German Fairy Tale Route". In order to increase the interest and motivation of those learning German, an attempt is made to create didactic suggestions on the topic of "German Fairy Tale Route" with discursive regional studies using authentic and versatile materials.
Diskursive Landeskunde : Spracharbeit - recht(s) extrem
Authors: Virtanen Alexandra
Published: February 2024

In a perception of our own or Foreign Cultures, we ascribe interpretations to specific situations that are shaped by our personal and selective experiences. Discourse-based cultural studies posit that these meanings are formed through conversation and discourse. Thus, cultural studies are intimately intertwined with language, arising and evolving through language usage and discourse. In this context, the following text presents a teaching example from a Finnish university German lesson to demonstrate how learners of German as a foreign language become active participants in the construction of meaning. They expand their opinions and question different positions in the discourse to comprehend and acknowledge them. Using the beginning of a coming-of-age novel as an authentic text on migration, learners engage in literary reception, enhancing oral and written communication skills while raising awareness of recognizing right-wing extremist language. Through discussions, learners explore social contexts and become conscious of symbols as linguistic tools.
PENGENALAN TEKNOLOGI PENGOLAHAN KOMODITAS PERKEBUNAN BAGI SISWA SEKOLAH MENENGAH ATAS DI SAMARINDA KALIMANTAN TIMUR
Authors: Bary M. Atta , Kurniawan Edi Wibowo , Rudito Rudito , Lisnawati Andi , Zamroni Ahmad , Rahman Mujibu , Yamin Muh. , Popang Elisa Ginsel , Syauqi Anis , Naibaho Netty Maria , Hamka Hamka , Aryani Farida , Barus Mika Debora Br , Pratama Adnan Putra , Purwanto Dody , Supriono Supriono , Lewar Yuliana Sabarina , Darmans Silvia , Rindawati Rindawati
Published: February 2024

Higher education has a noble task, namely disseminating science and technology and cultural arts to all citizens with personal and institutional references to the principles of scientific methodology. Community capabilities need to be developed from various social strata by conveying the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, which is the main task of lecturers, this is a form of effort from universities to accelerate competitiveness to encourage the realization of government programs in national development. This community service activity is in collaboration with partners, namely high school and vocational schools (SMA / K) in Samarinda. The target of this program is to introduce and disseminate laboratory-based processing of plantation commodities at the Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic (PPNS) campus. From the results of observations in the field, there are still many high school / vocational students in Samarinda who are still not familiar with the processing technology of plantation commodities and the processing process and analysis techniques. The method of this activity is the delivery of material directly (lectures), discussion and deepening of the material by means of questions and answers, as well as simulation of laboratory-scale plantation commodity processing technology. The result of the implementation of this service is an increase in students' knowledge regarding plantation commodity processing technology and the students involved in this activity are able to master plantation commodity processing technology.
PEMBIMBINGAN DAN EVALUASI KEGIATAN PENGENALAN LAPANGAN PERSEKOLAHAN (PLP) DI SMA 1 REJOTANGAN
Authors: Ilmi Noraniza Bahrotul , Shinta Imelda Ajeng Nur , Kusnaeni Muhammad Wahyu
Published: February 2024

The introduction of school field activities (PLP) is carried out as an effort to form qualified prospective educators. Introduction to school field (PLP) is one of the compulsory courses that must be taken by undergraduate education students. Through PLP, students are expected to improve their pedagogical, social, personality, and professional competencies. PLP is divided into two stages, namely PLP 1 and PLP 2. Activities carried out in PLP 1 include observing school culture and management. Observation of learning activities, making learning tools, and teaching practice are carried out in PLP II. This article discusses the implementation of the school field introduction II (PLP II). The results of the introduction to the field of schooling II are described using a qualitative descriptive method. The evaluation is analysed based on the assessment of the supervising teacher. Based on the evaluation results, students participating in the Bhinneka PGRI University PLP have successfully fulfilled the indicators set in the implementation of PLP activities.
Pelatihan Alat Peraga Kincir Angin Dalam Pembelajaran Matematika Siswa SD
Authors: Sari Rospala Hanisah Yukti
Published: February 2024

This activity is carried out in an effort to help teachers convey mathematical concepts and help students understand mathematical concepts. This activity was carried out at SD Negeri 2 Kereng Bangkirai Palangka Raya and MIS Fathul Iman Palangka Raya. The activity was carried out in 3 stages, namely: 1) Gathering with the school; 2) implementation of activities; and 3) handing over teaching aids to the school. The results of this activity are: 1) At SD Negeri Kereng Bangkirai, students can participate well. Most students understand the concepts conveyed using windmill props. Students also enjoy learning with teaching aids. This can be seen from the enthusiasm of the students when the windmill props are used by the students. 2) The activity at MIS Fathul Iman is that almost all Class 1 students can overcome their boredom with the availability of windmill tinsel. Apart from that, they also actively answer during the lesson.
Latihan Menghafal Hadist Menggunakan Metode Gerakan Kelompok B Di RA Al-Hijrah
Authors: Aida Nur , Saudah Saudah , Wahdah Nurul , Muzakki Muzakki
Published: February 2024

This service was motivated by the low ability to memorize hadiths for group B children at RA Al Hijrah. This can be seen in terms of ongoing learning, teachers never apply the habit of reading short hadiths every day so that children are not yet able to memorize the hadith reading, while learning by applying the habit of reading hadiths is very good for young children. The aim of this research is to practice memorizing hadiths using the movement method at RA Al-Hijrah Hampalit Village. This research method uses a participant active learning approach in order to maximize their abilities through a movement method. The subjects in this study were children from group B RA Al-Hijrah, which consisted of 9 children. The results of the training to memorize hadiths using the group B movement method at Ra Al-Hijrah showed an increase in children's activeness and motivation in memorizing daily hadiths with movement.
Pengenalan Morfologi Dan Anatomi Ikan Untuk Meningkatkan Wawasan Dan Minat Makan Ikan Anak Usia Dini
Authors: Mutmainnah Nurul , Rusdi Rismawaty , Yunus Yusdalifa Ekayanti Yunus , Kaltsum SC Ummu , Yani Fitri Indah , Irwandi Adi
Published: February 2024

This community service activity was carried out in November 2022. The target are students at Aisyiyah Kindergarten Jampue Branch who are classified as Early Childhood Children. The method used is sharing and practice introducing morphology and anatomy of goldfish (Cyprinus carpio). The activity was carried out in several stages, namely: the initial stage in form of obtaining permits from the school, then the implementation stage by interacting with students to introduce fish morphology, and practice introducing fish anatomy by directly fish surgery. This service activity succeeded in increasing understanding and enthusiasm of Aisyiyah Kindergarten students, Jampue Branch, to learn more about the morphology and anatomy of fish. Apart from that, this activity provides information to students about the benefits of fish as food with the various advantages that fish has.
Pelatihan Budidaya Ikan Lele Kolam Terpal Di Kecamatan Seberang Musi Kabupaten Kepahiang
Authors: Hamka Muhammad Subhan , Prawanto Andika , Nafsiyah Ikromatun , Al Banna Maisya Zahra , Arifuddin Widiastini , Azis Arif Rahman
Published: February 2024

Seberang Musi sub-district launched a food security program through catfish farming using tarpaulins in 2020. This is one way for the sub-district government to socialize household-scale fish farming, especially catfish commodities, so that people get additional income benefits by utilizing the yard around the house. The problems that exist in the residents of Talang Babatan Village and Benuang Galing Village are the lack of technical skills in fish farming, because both villages are villages that produce plantation products. Therefore, the service team was invited to provide training in an effort to succeed the village development program. In addition to being an effort to alleviate poverty in rural communities, and accelerate poverty alleviation programs in rural areas. The purpose of this activity is to provide training in catfish farming in tarpaulin ponds as well as a medium for disseminating knowledge and transferring technology through community service activities. The methods used were: 1. counseling to participants about catfish farming in tarpaulin ponds; 2. demonstration of methods and practices by giving examples of how to assemble tarpaulins as maintenance containers and how to handle fish directly to participants; 3. evaluation. The collected data were tabulated and analyzed using descriptive analysis method. The purpose of the evaluation was to assess the response of participants in the transfer of knowledge and skills. This was done by assessing the results of the initial and final questionnaires filled out by the participants. The results of the questionnaire showed that there was an increase in participants' knowledge by 12.5% with a minimum value in the pre-test of 37.5 and a maximum value of 87.5 while the minimum value in the post-test was 50.0 and a maximum value of 87.5.
Penguatan Literasi Digital Dalam Pemanfaatan Website Pada Badan Usaha Milik Desa Cibogo
Authors: Umiyati Indah , Putri Trisandi Eka , Icih Icih , Sugiharto Bambang , Nazier Daeng M.
Published: February 2024

This community service activity aims to improve digital literacy in website utilisation at BUMDes in Subang Regency, namely BUMDes Cibogo. The scope of digital literacy in this activity is Digital Skill, which is the ability of individuals to know, understand, and use ICT hardware and software as well as digital operating systems in everyday life. The methodology used in this activity is Rapid Rural Appraisal (RRA), a strong approach to rural community development. RRA includes aspects of respecting the community, encouraging the community to express and share ideas or opinions, asking questions, listening attentively, and taking notes. After the community service activities, the management of BUMDes Cibogo understands digital literacy at the digital skill level and a perception that digital literacy is very important as an effort to optimise BUMDes performance.
Influence of Social Media on Secondary School Students' Learning of Sexual Education In Nigeria
Authors: Michael Turnwait
Published: February 2024

This study investigates the influence of various factors on the knowledge of sexual education among adolescent students in Nigeria, with a particular focus on the role of social media (SM) engagement. A sample of 1,136 participants was surveyed, and logistic regression analysis was conducted to assess the associations between demographic variables, SM use patterns, and content engagement on SM platforms with the knowledge of sexual education. Findings reveal significant associations between several factors and knowledge of sexual education. Older students (aged 15 and above), senior secondary students, and those attending private schools demonstrate higher odds of possessing sexual education knowledge. Notably, participants who engage with SM platforms for 1-3 hours per week exhibit increased odds of having knowledge, while excessive SM use (more than 6 hours per week) is associated with decreased odds of knowledge acquisition. Furthermore, content engagement on SM shows varying associations, with educational content positively correlated with knowledge acquisition, and entertainment content negatively correlated. These results underscore the importance of considering diverse factors, including demographics and SM use behaviors, in promoting sexual education among adolescent populations. Strategies aimed at enhancing sexual education programs should take into account the differential impact of SM engagement and content preferences on knowledge acquisition. Addressing these factors can contribute to the development of more effective interventions for promoting sexual health literacy among adolescents in Nigeria and similar contexts.
The componential semantic reflection of Russian energy industry terms in scientific articles
Authors: Alpatova Polina Nikolaevna , May Chan Myae Zaw
Published: February 2024

This paper examines the reflection of semes of energy terms in different scientific contexts and the semantic relationship between them according to their constant and potential semes. The aim of this study is to determine the semantic characteristics and functions of terms and the relationship between them in different contexts which play an important role for the formation of modern terminological thesaurus dictionaries. Componential and contextual semantic analyses were carried out based on 100 scientific articles of energy industry and other closely-related fields. It is concluded that the key terms for a certain text constitute a kind of scheme (scenario), according to which the presentation of scientific texts unfolds. The content and composition of each of the selected scenarios is determined by the title of an article and the aspect of the presentation by the authors. The typological description of the scenarios in the article is based, on the one hand, on the indication of the composition of the given scenario, and on the other hand, on the analysis of the content of each of the allocated compositional fragments.
Assessing the Contributions of Nypa fruticans wumb in Climate Change Mitigation by Accounting for the Above Ground Carbon Stock within the Douala-Edea National Park, Littoral Region, Cameroon
Authors: Bumtu Kamah Pascal , Nghokapin Tataw Guilen-Noel , Nkwatoh Athanasius Fuasi , Dongang Ceraphine Mangwa , Asongwe Godswill A
Published: February 2024

Aim: Nypa fruticans Wurmb is a palm species found in mangrove ecosystems with moderate salt load which circumscribes well to the actual areas of its occurrence in the gradient from seawater habitats to inland sites. This study aimed at carrying out a baseline assessment of above ground carbon stock in stands of Nypa fruticans wurmb.

Methods: Representative samples of seedlings, juveniles, adults and mature stands were harvested through a destructive sampling technique. These samples were air dried and further oven dried in the laboratory at 105°C until a constant mass was attained. The biomass was then converted to per carbon stock using the published carbon concentration of 0.5 for above-ground biomass.

Results: Nypa fruticans wurmb has an average estimated carbon per mature frond of 0.77 kg, followed by the adult fronts with average estimated carbon per frond of 0.24 kg, the juvenile records an average carbon per juvenile frond of 0.11 kg and the seedlings with average estimated carbon per seedling frond of 0.02 kg.

Conclusion: Nypa fruticans wurmb have a relatively small amount of biomass and carbon stock as compared to other woody mangrove species.  

Recommendations: It is recommended that, carbon in the roots of this palm should be evaluated to complete the required information on this subject. The spread of this palm should be checked due to its negative impact on native mangroves and the indirect adverse effects it poses to climate change mitigation.
The historical origins of the "Gypsies" in Egypt and the Arab countries
Authors: Kohela Obada
Published: February 2024

Approximately two million people historically called “Gypsies” have been living in Egypt and the neighbouring countries. Based on historical sources, the article deals with the origin of this population.
Magic Bowls, Cosmology and Divination
Authors: Fodor Alexander
Published: February 2024

The Tareq Rajab Museum in Kuwait houses several magic bowls dating back to different periods. This article focuses on one particular object from this collection. Its significance lies in the fact that its structure reveals a distinctly cosmologically oriented composition, an aspect often overlooked in studies on magic bowls.
Nasab: On the History of a Concept
Authors: Szombathy Zoltán
Published: February 2024

The primary meaning of the Classical Arabic term nasab is ‘patrilineal descent’ or ‘genealogy on the patriline’, and it is usual in modern scholarship to regard this meaning as valid for all historical periods, including the nomadic societies of pre-Islamic Arabia. This study argues that this back-projection is not justified, resulting as it does from reliance on certain preconceptions of early Arabian nomadic society in the works of mediaeval Muslim authors. By offering an analysis of the quite different meanings of the term nasab (and related terms) in various contexts in a sample of premodern Arabic textual sources, the study proposes a much less direct semantic association between these terms and a lineal reckoning of agnatic descent in the form of systematic genealogies.
Paradise and Hell in Muslim Philosophy
Authors: Maróth Miklós
Published: February 2024

The article discusses the concepts of paradise and hell, and, on a more general plane, the concepts of reward and punishment in Muslim philosophy, especially in that of Ibn Sina. To attain this goal, the author examines the question of whether it was possible to integrate the religious idea of reward and punishment into the system of philosophy, and if so, how reward and punishment were understood and explained from the point of view of philosophy.
First record of the genus Staurocladia (Hydrozoa: Cladonematidae) in the Gulf of Mexico with the description of Staurocladia dzilamensis sp. nov., a new species of crawling hydromedusa
Authors: Ahuatzin-Hernández José María , Hernández-Solís Pablo Alberto , León-Deniz Lorena Violeta
Published: February 2024

The Cladonematidae are a family of hydrozoans with a worldwide distribution and morphological adaptations for a benthic mode of life. Species of this family are characterized by high morphological variability, which has caused many taxonomical debates, mainly for the species of the genera Eleutheria Quatrefages, 1842 and Staurocladia Hartlaub, 1917. Herein, we describe Staurocladia dzilamensis sp. nov., a new species of crawling hydromedusa from the southern Gulf of Mexico. This finding also constitutes the first record of the genus Staurocladia for the Gulf of Mexico. The presence of additional nematocyst clusters, supplementing the apical one on the upper branch of the tentacles, places it within Staurocladia. The presence of exumbrellar buds, a conspicuous marginal ring of nematocysts, 6–11 bifid tentacles with lower branches longer than their upper counterpart, the cnidome with stenoteles of two size classes, and two nematocyst clusters on the upper branch supplementing the apical one, opposite placed alternately on its aboral and oral sides permits to differentiate S. dzilamensis from its congeners. A taxonomic key for the species of Staurocladia is provided.
Vector Error Correction Models with Stationary and Nonstationary Variables
Authors: Chen Pu
Published: February 2024

Vector Error Correction Models (VECM) have become a standard tool in empirical economics for analyzing nonstationary time series data because they integrate two key concepts in economics: equilibrium and dynamic adjustment in a single model. The current standard VECM procedure is limited to time series data with the same degree of integration, i.e., all I(1) variables. However, empirical studies often involve time series data with different de‐grees of integration, necessitating the simultaneous handling of I(1) and I(0) time series. This paper extends the standard VECM to accommodate mixed I(1) and I(0) variables. The conditions for the mixed VECM are derived, and consequently, we present a test and estimation for the mixed VECM.
How Does FDI-Led Growth Strategy Work? Some Lessons from China for Developing Countries
Authors: Zhang Kevin H.
Published: February 2024

Foreign direct investment (FDI) is widely viewed as a key driving force behind China’s exceptional growth performance in the last four decades. This paper investigates several questions posed by China’s success in capturing gains from FDI. What explains that success? Can other countries replicate it, or is it unique to China? What lessons are from China for other countries? China indeed has advantages in attracting FDI such as huge market and cheap labor, the well-designed policy and strategy, however, seem to play more important role in the successful story. Our empirical estimates support on four hypotheses: FDI and GDP growth in China positively interact each other; FDI is helpful to China’s technological progress, FDI promotes China’s industrial development, and FDI stimulates China’s manufactured exports.