bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Hassawi Rice (Oryza Sativa L.) Nutraceutical Properties, In Vitro Culture and Genomics
Authors: Al-Mssallem Muneera Q. , Ingle Krishnananda P. , Narkhede Gopal W. , Mohan Jain S. , Suprasanna Penna , Abdi Gholamreza , Al-Khayri Jameel M.
Published: March 2024

An indigenous reddish-brown landrace rice of the indica variety known as
Hassawi rice (Oryza Sativa L.) is cultivated in Saudi Arabia. This rice variety has both
nutritive and non-nutritive bioactive components that have therapeutic potential and
promote favorable metabolic profiles. Hassawi rice has health advantages that should
be further investigated, especially for the treatment of diabetes and obesity. There is a
direct need for the conservation and improvement of this important germplasm source.
Breeding efforts are limited, although a couple of hybrids were developed.
Biotechnology approaches offer effective tools for crop genetic improvement. In this
direction, in vitro regeneration of this crop has been developed that enabled the
evaluation of abiotic stress factors. Furthermore, recent genomic studies revealed that
Hassawi rice harbors novel alleles for salinity tolerance. This chapter reviews the
research carried out on Hassawi rice in relation to nutritional and health benefits as
well as secondary metabolites bioactivity and progress made on in vitro culture and
genomics.
Capacidad exportadora de la industria argentina durante el siglo XXI. Breve revisión de casos para un diagnóstico
Authors: Bil Damián
Published: March 2024

Desde la crisis de 2008, las exportaciones de contenido tecnológico de la Argentina pierden mercados. Con menor capacidad de apropiar riqueza a nivel mundial, su economía sufre un achicamiento que deriva en devaluación, inflación, empeoramiento de las condiciones de vida, etc. Proponemos analizar, en términos cuantitativos, la evolución reciente del comercio exterior argentino, atendiendo a la dinámica de exportaciones industriales de relevante contenido tecnológico. Tomamos casos testigos, revisando su evolución, mercados principales y efectos de la expansión china como nuevo proveedor de los socios tradicionales de la Argentina. El objetivo es dilucidar la trayectoria de exportaciones claves en la estructura productiva argentina y pensar, a futuro, un diagnóstico que permita sugerir líneas de acción para relanzar la capacidad exportadora.
Inhibitori protonske pumpe: kada, kome i koliko? – osvrt na racionalnu farmakoterapiju
Authors: Belančić Andrej , Kresović Andrea
Published: March 2024

Prevalencija neadekvatnog propisivanja inhibitora protonske pumpe (IPP) u rasponu je od 25 do 70 %, što zasigurno predstavlja značajan problem gledajući iz perspektive racionalne farmakoterapije/polipragmazije, farmakoekonomike, ali i farmakovigilancije. Kontinuirana edukacija, poznavanje aktualnih kliničkih smjernica, bolja i jasnija komunikacija (direktna i preko medicinske dokumentacije) između bolničkih specijalista, liječnika obiteljske medicine i samog bolesnika te redovita reevalvacija terapijske potrebe od neizmjerne su važnosti jer skupno rezultiraju propisivanjem lijeka u ispravnoj indikaciji, tijekom adekvatnog perioda i u potrebnoj dozi. Stoga je cilj ovog kratkog osvrta prikazati opravdane indikacije za propisivanje IPP-a, raspraviti o najčešćim zabludama i dilemama u kliničkoj praksi, evalvirati potencijalne rizike njihove neadekvatne i dugotrajne primjene, odnosno postaviti temelje za racionalniju farmakoterapiju.
Raw Vegan Diet in the Context of SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Authors: Grubić Kezele Tanja , Gulić Tamara , Blagojević Zagorac Gordana
Published: March 2024

Most individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 experience mild to moderate coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), but the clinical presentation and general course varies widely and depends mainly on the patient's health status before the infection. Certain number of people, particularly those who had a severe COVID-19, experience multiorgan symptoms lasting weeks, months, or even years after infection and some exhibit an immunophenotype that supports chronic inflammation and may trigger autoimmunity and neuroinflammation. An unhealthy lifestyle and associated health conditions, particularly obesity, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and hyperlipidemia, have been associated with the severity of COVID-19, but the data on the role of diet are still lacking. A raw vegan diet limits the intake of unhealthy food components such as saturated and unsaturated fats, sodium, and added sugars while being rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, giving it some serious health benefits. The purpose of this review article is to give an overview of the factors associated with the severity and the outcome of COVID-19, to highlight all the important effects of raw vegan diet on individual health and to discuss them in the context of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Terapijski pristup psorijazi – prvi dio
Authors: Lukežić Ivan , Hlača Nika , Vičić Marijana
Published: March 2024

Psorijaza je imunološki posredovana kronična upalna bolest kože i zglobova. Najčešći oblik psorijaze jest vulgarna ili kronična stacionarna psorijaza, a očituje se pojavom eritematoznih plakova prekrivenih srebrnkastim ljuskama, praćenih svrbežom. Rjeđi oblici psorijaze jesu kapljičasta, eritrodermijska i pustulozna psorijaza te psorijaza praćena psorijatičnim artritisom. Procjena težine bolesti vrši se pomoću kliničkih bodovnih sustava, a važna je zbog odabira prikladne terapije. Prvu liniju liječenja blage do srednje teške psorijaze čini lokalna terapija, dok je kod težih oblika bolesti te pacijenata koji nemaju adekvatan odgovor na lokalnu terapiju ili fototerapiju, indicirana sustavna terapija. Postoji mogućnost kombiniranja lokalne i sustavne terapije, a u određenim slučajevima i fototerapije. U skladu sa smjernicama Hrvatskog dermatovenerološkog društva prva linija lokalnog liječenja psorijaze jest fiksna kombinacija kalcipotriola i betametazon propionata jednom dnevno uz mogućnost proaktivnog liječenja dva puta tjedno. U terapiji održavanja prvenstveno se preporučuje fiksna kombinacija kalcipotriola i betametazon propionata jednom ili dva puta tjedno. U slučaju psorijaze lica i intertriginoznih regija preporučuje se započeti liječenje lokalnim kortikosteroidima, a potom nastaviti s lokalnim inhibitorima kalcineurina. Lokalni pripravci u liječenju psorijaze neizostavan su dio liječenja blage do srednje teške psorijaze, ali i potpora liječenju težih oblika psorijaze uz sustavnu terapiju.
Terapijski pristup psorijazi – treći dio
Authors: Peterka Zala , Hlača Nika , Vičić Marijana
Published: March 2024

Psorijaza je kronična imunološki posredovana bolest od koje boluje 2-5 % svjetske populacije. Većina pacijenata sa srednjim i teškim oblikom psorijaze treba sustavno liječenje. Unatoč razvoju biološke terapije, tradicionalna sustavna terapija i dalje ostaje važan izbor u liječenju psorijaze, zbog dobrih rezultata i ekonomičnosti. Najčešće korišteni tradicionalni lijekovi jesu metotreksat, ciklosporini, acitretin i fumarati. Jedna od negativnih strana tradicionalne sustavne terapije jesu moguće teške nuspojave, koje se uz redovito praćenje pacijenta mogu dobro kontrolirati.
Postoji li povezanost između izvora informacija o cijepljenju i namjere cijepljenja djeteta? – anketno istraživanje trudnica u Hrvatskoj
Authors: Cattonaro Vanda , Pupovac Vanja
Published: March 2024

Cilj: Cilj ovog istraživanja je ispitati namjeru trudnica za cijepljenje djece te utvrditi postoje li razlike u namjeri cijepljenja s obzirom na učestalost korištenja i percipiranu pouzdanost različitih izvora informacija o cijepljenju. Ispitanici i metode: Provedeno je presječno istraživanje putem online anketnog upitnika na uzorku od 297 trudnica. Upitnik sadrži tri skupine pitanja: sociodemografski i opstetrički podatci, namjera cijepljenja djeteta i izvori informacija o cijepljenju. Rezultati: Većina trudnica (83 %) namjerava cijepiti dijete, 10 % je neodlučno, a 7 % odbija cijepljenje. Iako stručne izvore informacija podjednako učestalo koriste sve skupine trudnica, percepcija njihove pouzdanosti opada sa slabljenjem namjere da se cijepi dijete. Nestručne izvore informacija najčešće koriste i najpouzdanijim smatraju neodlučne trudnice koje aktivno traže dodatne informacije o cijepljenju djece. Popularno-stručne izvore informacija značajno češće koriste neodlučne trudnice i one koje odbijaju cijepljenje, ali ih trudnice koje prihvaćaju cijepljenje percipiraju značajno pouzdanijima nego trudnice koje odbijaju cijepljenje. Zaključci: Dostupnost i razumljivost stručnih izvora informacija potrebno je povećati te educirati zdravstveno osoblje o učinkovitoj komunikaciji s pacijentima o programu cijepljenja te sigurnosti i učinkovitosti cjepiva.
Reconfiguration of the Regional Economy As a Tool to Overcome the Unbalanced Development of the Economic Entity
Authors: Loginov I. S.
Published: March 2024

Relevance. The relevance of this study is predetermined by the fact that during the period of economic turbulence, the positions of “weak” regions significantly worsen, while at the same time there is a decrease in the pace of their development. Accordingly, it is necessary to stabilize the development of regions of this type based on the use of various economic and managerial tools, including through the use of transformation mechanisms, reconfiguration of economic objects, which in the future, with the rational use of these technologies, may affect both the level of competitiveness of the region and its development potential.

   The purpose of the study is to study the directions of reconfiguration of the regional economy as a tool to overcome the unbalanced development of an individual economic entity.

   Objectives. Achieving this goal predetermined the solution of the following tasks: studying the theoretical possibilities of using reconfiguration mechanisms to overcome the negative "rut effect", identifying individual areas of reconfiguration ("soft" reconfiguration and "hard" reconfiguration), research and evaluation of "turning" (control) points of reconfiguration of the regional development in terms of sectoral and territorial development, as well as external and internal factors.

   Methodology. The basis of the research is the historical-logical and monographic methods, as well as the methods of statistical data analysis, induction, deduction, synthesis, other general scientific methods, as well as semantic analysis.

   Results. It seems necessary to include the results obtained in the course of the study: the construction of a structural-logical scheme that reflects the directions of the reconfiguration of the region in order to achieve balanced development; systematization of "turning" (control) points of reconfiguration of regional development from the standpoint of both sectoral and territorial development, and endogenous and exogenous impact; assessment of indicators of reconfiguration of an unbalanced region (on the example of the Republic of Buryatia).

   Conclusions. In conclusion, conclusions are drawn that the reconfiguration of the regional economy is predetermined by both internal and external (including shock) factors. In modern conditions of turbulence and sanctions pressure, the reorientation of economic processes, as well as external factors, can initiate a hard type of reconfiguration, which is rather problematic to implement, in contrast to the “soft” type of reconfiguration, which is especially important for unbalanced regions. With a “soft” reconfiguration, a positive dynamics of particular performance indicators is more likely, characterizing the possibility of a “spurt” and exit of the region from the existing “development track” to the optimal trajectory in the preemptive period.
Digital Dietary Behaviors in Individuals With Depression: Real-World Behavioral Observation
Authors: Zhu Yue , Zhang Ran , Yin Shuluo , Sun Yihui , Womer Fay , Liu Rongxun , Zeng Sheng , Zhang Xizhe , Wang Fei
Published: March 2024

Background

Depression is often accompanied by changes in behavior, including dietary behaviors. The relationship between dietary behaviors and depression has been widely studied, yet previous research has relied on self-reported data which is subject to recall bias. Electronic device–based behavioral monitoring offers the potential for objective, real-time data collection of a large amount of continuous, long-term behavior data in naturalistic settings.

Objective

The study aims to characterize digital dietary behaviors in depression, and to determine whether these behaviors could be used to detect depression.

Methods

A total of 3310 students (2222 healthy controls [HCs], 916 with mild depression, and 172 with moderate-severe depression) were recruited for the study of their dietary behaviors via electronic records over a 1-month period, and depression severity was assessed in the middle of the month. The differences in dietary behaviors across the HCs, mild depression, and moderate-severe depression were determined by ANCOVA (analyses of covariance) with age, gender, BMI, and educational level as covariates. Multivariate logistic regression analyses were used to examine the association between dietary behaviors and depression severity. Support vector machine analysis was used to determine whether changes in dietary behaviors could detect mild and moderate-severe depression.

Results

The study found that individuals with moderate-severe depression had more irregular eating patterns, more fluctuated feeding times, spent more money on dinner, less diverse food choices, as well as eating breakfast less frequently, and preferred to eat only lunch and dinner, compared with HCs. Moderate-severe depression was found to be negatively associated with the daily 3 regular meals pattern (breakfast-lunch-dinner pattern; OR 0.467, 95% CI 0.239-0.912), and mild depression was positively associated with daily lunch and dinner pattern (OR 1.460, 95% CI 1.016-2.100). These changes in digital dietary behaviors were able to detect mild and moderate-severe depression (accuracy=0.53, precision=0.60), with better accuracy for detecting moderate-severe depression (accuracy=0.67, precision=0.64).

Conclusions

This is the first study to develop a profile of changes in digital dietary behaviors in individuals with depression using real-world behavioral monitoring. The results suggest that digital markers may be a promising approach for detecting depression.
Relationship Between Product Features and the Prices of e-Cigarette Devices Sold in Web-Based Vape Shops: Comparison Study Using a Linear Regression Model
Authors: He Yanyun , Yang Qian , Alish Yousef , Ma Shaoying , Qiu Zefeng , Chen Jian , Wagener Theodore , Shang Ce
Published: March 2024

Background

Open-system electronic cigarette (EC) product features, such as battery capacity, maximum output wattage, and so forth, are major components that drive product costs and may influence use patterns. Moreover, continued innovation and monitoring of product features and prices will provide critical information for designing appropriate taxation policies and product regulations.

Objective

This study will examine how product features are associated with the prices of devices sold in web-based vape shops.

Methods

We draw samples from 5 popular, US-based, web-based vape shops from April to August 2022 to examine starter kits, device-only products, and e-liquid container–only products. We implemented a linear regression model with a store-fixed effect to examine the association between device attributes and prices.

Results

EC starter kits or devices vary significantly by type, with mod prices being much higher than pod and vape pen prices. The prices of mod starter kits were even lower than those of mod devices, suggesting that mod starter kits are discounted in web-based vape shops. The price of mod kits, mod device–only products, and pod kits increased as the battery capacity and output wattage increased. For vape pens, the price was positively associated with the volume size of the e-liquid container. On the other hand, the price of pod kits was positively associated with the number of containers.

Conclusions

A unit-based specific tax, therefore, will impose a higher tax burden on lower-priced devices such as vape pens or pod systems and a lower tax burden on mod devices. A volume- or capacity-based specific tax on devices will impose a higher tax burden on vape pens with a larger container size. Meanwhile, ad valorem taxes pegged to wholesale or retail prices would apply evenly across device types, meaning those with advanced features such as higher battery capacities and output wattage would face higher rates. Therefore, policy makers could manipulate tax rates by device type to discourage the use of certain device products.
Applications of Artificial Intelligence in liver cancer: a scoping review – part I, screening and diagnosis. (Preprint)
Authors: Chierici Andrea , Lareyre Fabien , Iannelli Antonio , Poggi Elise , Goffart Sebastien , Guzzi Lisa , Delingette Hervé , Raffort Juliette
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool in various fields, including medicine, offering the potential to revolutionize the way diseases are diagnosed and treated.

OBJECTIVE

This scoping review explores the applications of AI in primary liver cancer, focusing on screening and diagnosis. Liver cancer, particularly hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC), presents significant challenges due to late-stage diagnoses and limited treatment options.

METHODS

A systematic review was performed on PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and Web of Science databases including research published between January the 1st 2020 and September the 30th 2023.

RESULTS

AI-driven models have been developed to enhance screening efforts, utilizing machine learning (ML) algorithms trained on clinical, biochemical, and radiological data to identify high-risk patients. These models demonstrate promising results in early HCC detection, especially in populations with chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection or metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). Additionally, AI applications in liver imaging, utilizing deep learning (DL) algorithms such as convolutional neural networks (CNN), have shown remarkable accuracy in segmenting and classifying liver lesions on CT and MR images. However, challenges remain in model validation, standardization, and reproducibility, with many studies lacking external validation and consistency in reporting performance metrics. Furthermore, the transition from model development to real-world implementation poses significant hurdles, highlighting the need for a more rigorous and transparent approach in AI model development.

CONCLUSIONS

AI-driven models hold immense potential to improve early detection and diagnosis of primary liver cancer, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes. Further research and collaboration are warranted to address the current limitations and facilitate the integration of AI into clinical practice for liver cancer management.

CLINICALTRIAL
Google Trends Assessment of Keywords Related to Smoking and Smoking Cessation During the COVID-19 Pandemic in 4 European Countries: Retrospective Analysis (Preprint)
Authors: Jagomast Tobias , Finck Jule , Tangemann-Münstedt Imke , Auth Katharina , Drömann Daniel , Franzen Klaas F
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND

Smoking is a modifiable risk factor for SARS-CoV-2 infection. Evidence of smoking behavior during the pandemic is ambiguous. Most investigations report an increase in smoking. In this context, Google Trends data monitor real-time public information–seeking behavior and are therefore useful to characterize smoking-related interest over the trajectory of the pandemic.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to use Google Trends data to evaluate the effect of the pandemic on public interest in smoking-related topics with a focus on lockdowns, vaccination campaigns, and incidence.

METHODS

The weekly relative search volume was retrieved from Google Trends for England, Germany, Italy, and Spain from December 31, 2017, to April 18, 2021. Data were collected for keywords concerning consumption, cessation, and treatment. The relative search volume before and during the pandemic was compared, and general trends were evaluated using the Wilcoxon rank-sum test. Short-term changes and hereby temporal clusters linked to lockdowns or vaccination campaigns were addressed by the flexible spatial scan statistics proposed by Takahashi and colleagues. Subsequently, the numbers of clusters after the onset of the pandemic were compared by chi-square test.

RESULTS

Country-wise minor differences were observed while 3 overarching trends prevailed. First, regarding cessation, the statistical comparison revealed a significant decline in interest for 58% (7/12) of related keywords, and fewer clusters were present during the pandemic. Second, concerning consumption, significantly reduced relative search volume was observed for 58% (7/12) of keywords, while treatment-related keywords exhibited heterogeneous trends. Third, substantial clusters of increased interest were sparsely linked to lockdowns, vaccination campaigns, or incidence.

CONCLUSIONS

This study reports a substantial decline in overall relative search volume and clusters for cessation interest. These results underline the importance of intensifying cessation aid during times of crisis. Lockdowns, vaccination, and incidence had less impact on information-seeking behavior. Other public measures that positively affect smoking behavior remain to be determined.
Evaluation of comparative efficacy of Withania Somnifera treated milk decoction enema with Tribulus Terrestris treated milk decoction enema in Undernutrition
- Randomized controlled trial a Protocol (Preprint)
Authors: Gokhare Ashwin , Parwe Shweta , Sawarkar Punam , Nisargandha Milind
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND

Undernutrition is one of the eight socially despicable, or as said in Charak Samhita, it is one of the eight undesirable conditions (Ashtau ninditiya purush) mentioned by Acharya Charaka . When the body gets emaciated gradually over time, that condition is known as Karshya. It is a nutritional deficiency. It is a condition with poor absorption, excessive loss of nutrients, or inadequate food consumption. Food is one of the three main pillars of life. Karshya can be correlated with undernutrition. As Rasa Dhatu (which can be correlated with plasma) is not produced correctly, due to which following Dhatu also gets affected and leads to undernutrition

OBJECTIVE

To compare the efficacy of Tribulus Terrestris-treated milk decoction enema and whitania somnifera-treated milk decoction enema in undernutrition with criteria like total body weight, body mass index, and anthropometric measurements.

METHODS

- In this study, 60 patients will be divided into two groups. In Group, A will be whitania somnifera treated milk decoction enema will be administered in the dose form of 200ml for eight days .The same will be used for the other 30 patients, i.e., group B with Tribulus Terrestris treated milk decoction enema.

RESULTS

The result will be assessed on the baseline of objective parameters, and data will be compared after the treatment

CONCLUSIONS

To be based on observations and results obtained.

CLINICALTRIAL

CTRI No. - CTRI/2022/12/048024 (clinical trial registry India)
Analysis of Factors Influencing Farmers' Entrepreneurial Intentions
Authors: Zhao Yaqian
Published: March 2024

This paper examines the impact of perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, perceived entertainment, and subjective norms on farmers' entrepreneurial intentions using structural equation modeling based on survey data from 126 farmers. The results of empirical analysis show that perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and subjective norms all present significant effects on entrepreneurial intentions, with perceived usefulness having the most significant effect, except for perceived entertainment. It is recommended that relevant departments create a favorable entrepreneurial atmosphere and supportive environment by carrying out diversified training, improving infrastructure construction, dredging up entrepreneurial financing channels, and playing the role of entrepreneurial role models. This will promote the transformation of entrepreneurial intentions to entrepreneurial behavior more effectively.
The Role of STEM Education in Teaching and Learning in South Africa’s Underprivileged Societies
Authors: Agai Jock Matthew
Published: March 2024

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education in some quarters of African society is wrongly perceived because the importance of this contemporary educational approach to knowledge is not properly taught, understood, and harnessed among teachers and learners. The fact that STEM education is a recent educational development and a subject of interest, especially within African educational institutions, suggests that its benefits in teaching and learning are not well-maximized and enjoyed by teachers and students. Using particular pieces of literature and the outcomes of a case study of several discussions with some students and teachers in Cosmo City, this researcher highlights that some underprivileged people’s perceptions regarding the current status and the importance of STEM education were misunderstood. The researcher used the concept of “travel” as a topic to explore how STEM education can be taught and understood among students. Other objectives of this research are to encourage government educational agencies and other organizations concerned with educational development to know and assist underprivileged schools in effectively providing STEM education. The study was achieved by expounding on some of the problems underprivileged schools in South Africa face concerning STEM education. The result obtained from this research indicates that the poor or inadequate utilization of STEM education is responsible for its wrong perception in underprivileged communities in most African societies. The researcher concludes that adequate STEM education that includes the provision of necessary study materials and trained teachers will result in the best maximization of this form of knowledge among all sundry, irrespective of an individual’s socio-economic background.
Reformas educativas en la República Oriental del Uruguay en las décadas de 1870 y 1910. Camino a la construcción del Estado Nación
Authors: Ortega José Emilio
Published: March 2024

El artículo describe, en un contexto de profunda transformación social, cultural y política experimentada por el Estado Oriental del Uruguay −luego “República Oriental del Uruguay”−, el último cuarto del siglo XIX y primeras dos décadas del XX, a partir de las amplias reformas educativas impulsadas en la década de 1870 por José Pedro Varela, y desde 1904 en adelante por José Batlle y Ordóñez. Se pretende analizar la génesis e implementación de dichas reformas y referir a su contribución en la construcción del Estado Nación uruguayo, en la fisonomía o identidad de éste y en la cultura política del país.
A Comprehensive Analysis of How Sports Affect Youth Development and Social Skills
Authors: M Shantha Kumari , Rao Animesh , Bhavnani Gaurav Girish , Reddy K Dwarkanatha
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Playing sports as a young person improves their general health and physical fitness. Team sports give essential lessons in cooperation and attaining common goals, hence honing teamwork and collaboration skills. Following training plans and aiming for improvement instills discipline and goal-setting. Managing hardship and overcoming obstacles with grace helps people become resilient and resilient in the face of adversity. By juggling athletics, school, and other activities, one might improve their time management abilities. Sportsmanship, ethics, and regard for others are qualities that foster the development of character. It is possible to develop leadership qualities by inspiring colleagues and exercising initiative. Teamwork, communication, and shared experiences all contribute to the development of social skills and friendships. Reduced stress, a sense of community, and physical activity all improve emotional well-being. Teams and programs are used to promote community involvement.
Gesture Controlled Virtual Artboard
Authors: Gupta Mr. Deven , Zagade Ms. Anamika , Gawand Ms. Mansi , Mhatre Ms. Saloni , Bakal Prof. J.W.
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Hand Gesture Recognition has brought a brand new era to Artificial Intelligence. Gesture recognition is technology that interprets hand movements as commands. Gesture Controlled Virtual Artboard Project is an innovative and dynamic digital artboard. Use of this artboard can break various education barrier to provide students with fun and creative way of learning and hence It revolutionize the way of traditional teaching. Physically challenged or aged people find it difficult to identify and press the exact key on keyboard. Existing system allows user for free hand drawing with 3 different colors only. Overcoming all this difficulty stands as the ultimate goal for our proposed system. This system works on motion sensing technology which make use of OpenCV module & Mediapipe library to explicate results based on gestures of hand. Real time data is collected through webcam and this python application uses Mediapipe library to track hand gestures. Hence, this system allows user to navigate the fingers in mid air and as per the finger gestures they will draw different shapes or free hand drawing in various colors and also can erase.This Project also enables users to conduct PowerPoint presentations using gestures.
Pathways of financial capital in the Brazilian agrarian space: elements for the debate on water conflicts in Mato Grosso, Brazil
Authors: Jeziorny Daniel Lemos , Rech Lucas Trentin , Kuhn Daniela Dias , Santos Hugo Henrique Kegler dos
Published: March 2024

Based on the reading of Moore (2015) and the concepts of neo-extractivism and land grabbing, this paper characterizes an emblematic form of the realization of capitalism in Latin America, particularly in the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso. As concrete expressions of land grabbing, the recently established Investment Funds in Agroindustrial Productive Chains (Fiagro) are discussed, and companies listed on the stock exchange directly linked to land speculation and/or monoculture are also presented. The geolocation is also revealed of the farms managed by Fiagro and their proximity to water conflicts in the state of Mato Grosso, together with a map presenting the geoenvironmental compartments of Mato Grosso and the indigenous lands. The objective is to discover clues on how – in response to the general movement of circulation and appreciation of capital on a global scale – the construction and operationalization of these renewed financial instruments may have a concrete impact on the existence of territories of peoples and communities that insist on operating with another logic.
Caminhos do capital financeiro no espaço agrário brasileiro: elementos para o debate dos conflitos hídricos no Mato Grosso, Brasil
Authors: Jeziorny Daniel Lemos , Rech Lucas Trentin , Kuhn Daniela Dias , Santos Hugo Henrique Kegler dos
Published: March 2024

Calcado na leitura de Moore (2015) e nos conceitos de neoextrativismo e land grabbing, este trabalho caracteriza uma forma emblemática de concretização do capitalismo na América Latina, especialmente no estado brasileiro do Mato Grosso. Como manifestações concretas do land grabbing são discutidos os recentemente instituídos Fundos de Investimento do Agronegócio (Fiagro) e apresentadas as empresas listadas em bolsa vinculadas diretamente à especulação de terras e/ou ao monocultivo. Apresentam-se a geolocalização das fazendas administradas pelos Fiagro e sua proximidade dos conflitos por água no estado do Mato Grosso, além do mapa dos compartimentos geoambientais desse estado e o das terras indígenas. O objetivo é encontrar pistas de como – em resposta ao movimento geral de circulação e de valorização do capital em escala global – a construção e a operacionalização desses renovados instrumentos financeiros podem repercutir concretamente na existência de territórios de povos e comunidades que teimam em funcionar com outra lógica.
Assistance for Marketing of Processed Agricultural Products in Kandangtepus Village, Senduro Subdistrict, Lumajang Regency
Authors: Noverma Noverma , Khalid M Raihan , Abinnour Dimas Muhammad , Adisantoso M Yusrifal , Syafaat Alim , Rohmatulloh M Anshori , Effendi Syamsudin Nanang , Fi'Udin Ahmad , Ulumuddin Ikhya , Hadiyanti Yunidha Tri , Putri Adelia Rizka
Published: March 2024

The village of Kendang Tepus Lumajang is an area rich in agricultural products and currently has several processed products such as banana chips, coffee and milk. The problem experienced is that business actors have difficulty in marketing them, thus making it difficult for this business to develop. Overcoming these problems, then the aim of this research is to provide assistance in product marketing techniques. Assistance is carried out using the Community Based Research (CBR) approach. The stages begin with training on packaging making, efforts to obtain official permits so that products are more reliable and then carry out extensive promotions. The results of the current attenuation are that most people already know marketing techniques ranging from packaging methods to make it more attractive, official permits to be marketed more broadly and promotional techniques both by opening a place of business, collaboration with souvenirs and also marketing through social media.
Ten-Year Outcomes: Community Health Center/Academic Medicine Partnership for Rural Family Medicine Training
Authors: Castro Maria Gabriela , Roberts Caroline , Hawes Emily M. , Ashkin Evan , Page Cristen P.
Published: March 2024

Background and Objectives: The widening gap between urban and rural health outcomes is exacerbated by physician shortages that disproportionately affect rural communities. Rural residencies are an effective mechanism to increase physician placement in rural and medically underserved areas yet are limited in number due to funding. Community health center/academic medicine partnerships (CHAMPs) can serve as a collaborative framework for expansion of academic primary care residencies outside of traditional funding models. This report describes 10-year outcomes of a rural training pathway developed as part of a CHAMP collaboration.
Methods: Using data from internal registries and public sources, our retrospective study examined demographic and postgraduation practice characteristics for rural pathway graduates. We identified the rates of postgraduation placement in rural (Federal Office of Rural Health Policy grant-eligible) and federally designated Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/Ps). We assessed current placement for graduates >3 years from program completion.
Results: Over a 10-year period, 25 trainees graduated from the two residency expansion sites. Immediately postgraduation, 84% (21) were in primary care Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs), 80% (20) in MUA/Ps, and 60% (15) in rural locations. Sixteen graduates were >3 years from program completion, including 69% (11) in primary care HPSAs, 69% (11) in MUA/Ps, and 50% (5) in rural locations.
Conclusions: This CHAMP collaboration supported development of a rural pathway that embedded family medicine residents in community health centers and effectively increased placement in rural and MUA/Ps. This report adds to national research on rural workforce development, highlighting the role of academic-community partnerships in expanding rural residency training outside of traditional funding models.
Longitudinal Medical Student Collaborative Care in Primary Care Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
Authors: Aristova Maria , Shaw Melissa , Hendel Emily , Tschoe Marianne
Published: March 2024

Introduction: The Education-Centered Medical Home (ECMH) is a longitudinal clerkship that emphasizes continuity and quality improvement in primary care. We aimed to evaluate our ECMH’s ability to improve type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) care through a systematic chart audit and care planning process. The effect of this intervention was measured by adherence to process and outcome measures.Methods: From November 2015 to March 2017, medical students were educated on and performed monthly chart audits of guideline-based quality metrics: hemoglobin A1c systolic blood pressure; lipid and microalbuminuria evaluation; annual ophthalmic and foot examinations; flu, hepatitis, and pneumonia vaccination; and statin therapy. Patients were included if they had a diagnosis of T2DM and were seen by the ECMH clinic before and after the audits started. Students shared audit logs, using them to plan patient appointments. We assessed changes in proportion of patients meeting each guideline with Fisher’s exact test. Results: The project included 11 patients with T2DM. ECMH adherence to the annual eye exam increased significantly 1 year postintervention, compared to preintervention (73% vs 55%; P=.03) and 6 months (73% vs 46%, P=.01). Conclusion: The metric with significant improvement during the chart audit, annual eye exam, is a process measure requiring advance planning. This small study suggests that a formal, regular audit process can improve student adherence to evidence-based care guidelines, particularly for tasks that require advance planning or action by the care team outside the day of a patient visit.
OPTIMALISASI MUSIK, GERAK, DAN LAGU DALAM MEMBANGUN MOTIVASI BELAJAR ANAK USIA DINI PASCA BENCANA
Authors: Westhisi Sharina Munggaraning , Adeska Putri Nadi Rahmi , Hikmah Nur , Sugianto Putri Indriyani
Published: March 2024

Bencana gempa di wilayah Cianjur dan sekitarnya beberapa waktu lalu berdampak pada sektor pendidikan. Kegiatan pembelajaran pada level Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini (PAUD) ikut terdampak pasca bencana tersebut, sehingga diperlukan kegiatan pembelajaran yang dapat mengembalikan motivasi belajar anak dan kembali ke sekolah. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis implementasi musik, gerak, dan lagu pada kegiatan pembelajaran untuk memotivasi belajar anak pasca bencana. Metode yang digunakan adalah studi kasus yang mana pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi dan wawancara. Data dianalisis secara deskriptif melalui beberapa tahapan yaitu pengumpulan, reduksi, penyajian data, serta penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa implementasi musik, gerak, dan lagu pada kegiatan pembelajaran di PAUD mampu menstimulasi dan membangun motivasi belajar anak pasca bencana. Pembelajaran yang terintegrasi dengan gerakan melalui kegiatan bermain mampu berkontribusi positif untuk membangun motivasi belajar anak, sehingga pembelajaran menjadi lebih menyenangkan dan nyaman dapat berdampak positif bagi anak dalam pengembangan aspek-aspek perkembangan anak secara optimal.Â
ADAPTIVE LEARNING OF SUNDANESE SCRIPT BASED ON ANDROID GAMES IN THE DIGITAL ERA
Authors: Wulandari Linda Sari , Rosalina Erlyn , Shomami Amalina
Published: March 2024

Based on the vitality of the language, Sundanese is still classified as safe because it is still used in daily communication from children to the elderly. However, it is different from the use of the Sundanese Script. This study aims to provide solutions and innovations in the Sundanese Script learning model. This study uses a qualitative method. Data collection techniques using observation and performance tests using a digital Sundanese Script flashcard based on Android Quizlet. Data analysis was analyzed descriptively. The results showed that digital Sundanese Script flashcards can be played by students through the Quizlet android-based application so that teachers can design various forms of Sundanese Script flashcard games via smartphones and know the progress of learning outcomes dynamically in a sustainable manner. This learning model is needed for language learning and adaptive Sundanese Script learning in the digital era for Z generation. The students feel more comfortable learning Sundanese Script using Quizlet games in various modes, such as flashcards mode, learn (fast learning) mode, memorize mode, learn-apply mode, match mode, and test mode. When compared to conventional methods, learning language (Sundanese Scripts) using Quizlet is more acceptable to students who are Generation Z.
PROBLEMATIKA GURU DALAM PROGRAM PEMBIASAAN KARAKTER SOPAN SANTUN SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Putri Riyan Aryuning , Pratiwi Ika Ari , Kuryanto M. Syafruddin
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to describe the teacher's problems in the character habituation program for the students of SD 5 Jekulo Kudus. The method used is qualitative, the data collection in this research is direct observation, interviews, and documentation according to research needs, this research took place at SD 5 Jekulo, Kudus Regency, the subjects in this study were teachers and students at SD 5 Jekulo. The results showed that SD 5 Jekulo had a regular system of habituation of polite character, starting from the morning when the students went to school until the afternoon when the students came home from school. Internalization of teacher problems in the character habituation program for elementary school students 5 Jekulo Kudus can be classified; (1) problems in the role of students' behavior that does not respect elders; (2) problems in students doing mischief; and (3) teacher problems in patience. The solution that can be given is to provide understanding to students so that they do not have disrespectful feelings towards elders and the teacher sets a good example for students, directs students to always be polite to anyone, and teachers should always pay attention to the background of students in behaving and doing actions, and teachers should always be role models for students and be able to protect themselves from bad traits.Â Â Â Â Â
MEMPERKUAT KARAKTER NASIONALISME WARGA NEGARA MUDA DENGAN PENDEKATAN AJARAN TRIHAYU
Authors: Pratomo Wachid - , Sundawa Dadang , Kurniati Pat
Published: March 2024

Strategi serta implementasiÂ  penguatan karakter nasionalisme warga negara muda sangat diperlukan salah satunya dengan pendekatan Trihayu. Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk menganalissis serta mengembangkanÂ  strategi dan implementasi dalam memperkuat karakter nasionalisme warga negara mudaÂ  yang selaras dengan ajaran Tamansiswa khususnyaÂ  dengan pendekatan ajaran Trihayu. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif diskriptif bertempat di prodi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar Universitas Sarjanawiyata Tamansiswa. Dengan narasumber mahasiswa, dengan menggunakan teknik analisis data pengumpulan data, reduksi data, menyajikan data, dan verifikasi/penarikan kesimpulan. Tamansiswa mempuyai beberapa pendekatn dan ajaran serta fatwa yang bisa dijadikan cara dalam memperkuat nasionalisme salah satunya dengan pendekatan ajaran Trihayu. Strategi serta implementasiÂ  penguatan karakter nasionalisme warga negara muda yang selaras dengan pendekatan Trihayu dilakukan dengan berbagai cara seperti pembiasaan, keteladanan, penggunaan media serta pemberian contoh-contoh secara kontekstual dengan demikian diharap kedekatan warga negara muda dengan nasionalisme terjalin dengan baik.
ANALISIS TREND TOPIK PENELITIAN PENDIDIKAN DAN PENGAJARAN PADA JURNAL INTERNASIONAL BERIPUTASI Q1 PRIODE 2020-2021
Authors: ARYANA SUHUD , WIJAYANTI ASTRIANING YESSI
Published: March 2024

Kehadiran penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mencari informasi tentang tren topik penelitian dari sumber data yang ada, terutama tren topik di bidang pendidikan dan pengajaran. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kualitatif dengan pendekatan Systemic Literature Review. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah website https://www.scimagojr.com dan https://www.scopus.com. Subyek penelitian adalah jurnal yang terindeks Scopus Q1 dari SCImago & Scopus Preview untuk menentukan posisi atau level tinggi dan rendah suatu jurnal. Hasil kajian data penelitian ini menunjukkan sebanyak 25.231 jurnal dari semua aspek kategori, sedangkan pada kategori pendidikan terdapat 1.274 jurnal dengan 10 jurnal terpilih sebagai subjek penelitian yang dimiliki. Ke-10 jurnal tersebut memiliki 1.230 artikel. Oleh karena itu, tren topik dalam 2 tahun terakhir adalah tren topik penelitian tentang diskusi dengan guru di posisi pertama dengan 380 artikel yang diterbitkan. Kedua, 220 topik artikel membahas siswa dalam pembelajaran. Ketiga, 186 topik artikel membahas strategi dalam pembelajaran. Keempat, 168 topik artikel membahas metode pembelajaran dalam pendidikan. Kelima, 153 artikel dengan topik pembahasan penilaian dalam pembelajaran di dunia pendidikan. Keenam, 13 topik dalam artikel membahas kurikulum pendidikan.
STUDY OF LECTURER PERFORMANCE OF PRIVATE UNIVERSITY CASE STUDY IN BANDUNG AND CIMAHI, WEST JAVA
Authors: Komara Endang , Sukmana Nano , Gintings Abdorrakhman
Published: March 2024

The important role of private universities is increasingly felt in the midst of the limited number of state universities. Private universities are proven to be able to accommodate 300% more students than state universities. Thus, so that human resources are qualified, the quality of private higher education institutions needs to have a serious concern from the leader. This research is a quantitative descriptive study that wants to capture the performance of private universities based on the quality and performance of lecturers, management performance and learning outcomes. The study was conducted at 4 (four) private universities in Bandung and Cimahi, West Java Province which had educational characteristics. The used data are obtained from documents and are strengthened by data from surveys and interviews for each variable of university performance. All data were quantified using a Likert scale and categorized into four qualifications namely very good, good, moderate, and low, and analyzed the correlation with student learning outcomes. The results of the study indicate that the performance components of private universities, in general, need to be improved because they are still in moderate qualifications. The management component has the highest score, followed by sequential components of lecturer quality and lecturer performance. In general, Â student learning outcomes Â are also in the moderate category. The three components analyzed have a very strong influence on student learning outcomes
Homelessness in Ulaanbaatar: Evidence and Policy Recommendations
Authors: Tadevosyan Gohar , Ulziisuren Erdenechimeg
Published: March 2024

Homelessness is an important multisector issue requiring integrated solutions across affordable housing, urban development, social protection, health, and other areas. Between January and October 2022, a rapid needs assessment of the homeless population in Ulaanbaatar was undertaken to identify the right direction for interventions by government and development partners. Ulaanbaatar is home to 48.1% of the total population of Mongolia. This assessment is the first research of its kind in Mongolia to understand homelessness, and the needs and circumstances of homeless population in Ulaanbaatar.
Fetal growth restriction - clinical manifestations through the perspective of pathophysiological changes
Authors: Capros Capros Hristiana , Victoria Voloceai , Veronica Cotelea , Diana Mitriuc , Angela Pavlenco
Published: March 2024

Intrauterine restriction of fetal growth is one of the most interestings and nowadays  intensively studied problems of modern obstetrics. Fetal growth restriction can lead to significant obstetric complications, as well as consequences after delivery. For the obstetricians the fetal growth means iatrogenic prematurity,  fetal distress, perinatal morbidity but also long term consequences as metabolic disease, cardiovascular pathology and Alzhaimer disease.  There was considerable controversy as to how fetal growth restriction should be defined and diagnosed. Biometric and biophysical tests have been proposed to diagnose growth restriction, but until recently there were no unanimously accepted standards for the diagnosis of this pathology. This definition was reached in 2021 by the FIGO publication. Under the condition of  intrauterine hypoxia adaptation mechanisms are activated. Understanding  the ongoing pathophysiological process of adaptation in a hypoxic media helps to better understand proposed diagnosis criteria and the classification.