bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Role of Information Technology for The Muslim Community
Authors: Kusen Kusen
Published: November 2019

In the 21st century, most societies have entered the era of modern information technology. No doubt advanced equipment such as computers, mobile phones, tablet PCs become a vital tool in daily life. Advanced equipment is facilitated by the Internet to function optimally. Muslim societies, especially in Indonesia, utilize the technology available by the internet and its devices for use in various purposes such as da'wah tools, Islamic practice activities and other general activities. They are able to perform faster and more efficiently with the device. Various websites and social media support activities of Muslim communities such as Islamic finder, MyQur'an.com, Ukhuwah.or.id and social media such as WhatsApp, Line and blackberry messenger facilitate the preachers, and the Muslim community, in general, to use it in accordance with its purpose.
Transforming Leadership in MI Muhammadiyah Wangon of Banyumas Regency
Authors: Miladiyah Isnawati
Published: November 2019

This research described the Transformational Leadership in MI (Islamic Elementary School) Muhammadiyah Wangon of Banyumas Regency. The purpose of this research was to know, describe and analyze the efforts made by Head of Madrasah MI Muhammadiyah Wangon of Banyumas Regency by using transformational leadership theory  from Bass model. The method used was descriptive analysis method. The data are  presented by using sentences to obtain clear and detailed information. Meanwhile the data collection techniques used are: observation, interview, documentation and questionnaire. This research found that transformational leadership in MI Muhammadiyah Wangon Banyumas Regency is embodied in 4 I namely Idealized influence, Individualism consideration, Intellectual stimulation and Inspiration motivation. Idealized influence of the head of MI Muhammadiyah Wangon have an enormous influence for subordinates, thus giving rise to charismatics. Individualism consideration of the head of MI Muhammadiyah Wangon is shown in his high concern on the need for the development of his subordinates.  Intellectual stimulation of the Head of MI Muhammadiyah Wangon is shown in his continuous providing scientific stimulation to the subordinates.  Inspirational motivation of the head of MI Muhammadiyah Wangon is shown in his continuous giving inspiring motivation to his subordinates so that the next leaders will emerge. Leadership in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah can be obtained a model of transformational leadership if the principal Madrasah: 1) taqwa to Allah SWT, 2) havimg influence and being able to be confident, 3) appreciating achievements of his staff, 4) being able to communicate with various types of people, 5) (time, energy, mind, material), 6) Changing agent, 7) Mastering various management, 8) Competitive, 9) Giving authority, 10) Generating the next leader.
Orientações para Realização de Exames de Ressonância Magnética Nuclear em Pacientes com Dispositivos Eletrônicos Cardíacos
Authors: Vitor Moraes Junior Antonio , Pereira Valdigem Bruno , Monteiro Boya Barcelos Cecilia , Salgado de Melo Celso , Lopes Pereira Wilson , Muniz Leão Filho Hilton , Antônio Rocha Mello Marco , Antônio F Fonseca Junior Cyro , Eduardo Nunes Mariz Fernando , Rodrigues de Abreu Marcelo , Prando Cardia Patrícia , Roberto Vieira de Andrade Paulo , Kodlulovich Renha Simone , dal Forno Alexander , Luiz Buchele D´Avila Andre , Alkmin Teixeira Ricardo , Silva de Andrade Veridiana
Published: November 2019

Estima-se que até 75% dos pacientes com dispositivos cardíacos eletrônicos implantáveis (DCEIs) terão indicação de exame de ressonância nuclear magnética (RNM) ao longo da vida. Pelas características dos dispositivos, esses foram excluídos historicamente do rol de pacientes considerados elegíveis ao exame.
The Influence of Selected External Factors on Temperature of Photovoltaic Modules
Authors: Bilčík Matúš , Božiková Monika , Malínek Martin
Published: November 2019

The article deals with the impact of selected external factors on the temperature of photovoltaic module surfaces. Primary aim of this research is creation of temperature model for photovoltaic module, which would be usable under the real climatic conditions in Central Europe region. Fully autonomous measuring system was designed and created for temperature monitoring of different parts of photovoltaic modules. The measuring system consists of 24 temperature sensors, voltage inverter, control unit, transfer modules, receiver modules and temperature measuring module. The experiments were performed on photovoltaic modules installed on the roof of the University of Life Sciences in Prague during summer 2018. The temperature of photovoltaic modules significantly depends on the climatic conditions, which were monitored by the weather station. The temperature and the solar radiation dependencies for polycrystalline and monocrystalline photovoltaic modules were obtained in experiments conducted. The temperature relations were measured for different parts of photovoltaic module – active parts of photovoltaic module, frame, non-active parts of photovoltaic module, as well as ambient temperature. Final mathematical description of polynomial graphical dependencies was obtained after application of fitting procedure and regression analysis.
Endovascular Treatment for Bilateral Carotid Stenosis: a Case Report
Authors: Mocian Adriana , Russu Eliza , Mureșan Adrian , Mărginean Lucian
Published: November 2019

Carotid artery stenosis is usually a consequence of thromboembolism or atheroembolism, or it can be secondary to a low-velocity status in the carotid circulation. This disease can also represent an important cause of stroke, being responsible for 7% of all stroke cases. Endovascular techniques were recently proposed as alternative interventions for patients with high risk for endarterectomy. We present the case of a 70-year-old patient, accusing headache, vertigo, and fatigue. Angiography indicated bilateral carotid artery stenosis. Interventional surgery and angioplasty were performed, crossing the stenotic lesions of the left internal carotid artery, followed by the implantation of a Carotid WALLSTENT endoprosthesis. Evolution of the patient was favorable after the endovascular intervention, with significant improvement of the symptoms caused by bilateral carotid stenosis. As a conclusion, decision-making must be modulated in each patient, according to the patient’s anatomy and comorbidities, and the experience of the team performing the procedure.
Use of Spectral Indices to Identify the Changes in the Vegetation Community Over Time After Restoring a Palustrine Wetland: A Case Study of Spencer Island Regional Park, Everett, WA.
Authors: Lizana Carolina A.
Published: November 2019

Wetland restoration can be measured over time using community vegetation as an effectiveness indicator of restoration actions. Spencer Island Regional Park is part of the tidal freshwater wetlands along the Snohomish river basin. Those wetlands are part of a complex ecosystems, in which they are included as a salmon corridor. This research analyzes the vegetation community changes over time after restored in 1996 on Spencer Island Regional Park, Everett, Washington State, U.S. I analyzed three spectral indices using segmentation and supervised classification of land cover from 1997 to 2018. I found that in the last 21 years, the areas with emergent palustrine vegetation and forests increased, in contrast to diminishing areas of upland and scrub-shrub classes. Those finds can be interpreted that the community vegetation advanced to higher wetland successional stages as upland areas have been colonized by emergent wetland plant communities. A linear regression model predicted that by 2025, the difference between emergent and upland classes should increase. Empirical evidence is presented that support the integration of spectral indices to identify changes in community vegetation. However, it is recommended for future studies to include spectral indices and spatial information for soil and hydrology to deepen these results.
Antimicrobial materials properties based on ion-exchange 4A zeolite derivatives
Authors: Cardoso Willian A. , Savi Geovana D. , Feltrin Ana Carolina , Marques Carolina R.M. , Angioletto Everton , Pich Claus T. , Geremias Reginaldo , Mendes Erlon , Angioletto Elidio
Published: November 2019

Zeolites are nanoporous alumina silicates in a framework with cations, exhibiting ion-exchange properties with metal ions making them possible antimicrobial materials. The aim of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of ion-exchanged zeolites and the toxic potential of these materials. Zeolite-Co2+ and Li+ exhibited the most effective inhibition on Staphylococcus aureus growth than in other microorganisms (Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeroginosa) in low concentrations. Zeolite-Cu2+ presented higher zone of inhibition when tested against Candida albicans, while Zeolite-Zn2+ showed similar effectiveness among all the microorganisms. When ion-exchanged zeolites were used in effective concentrations to achieve antimicrobial activity, no alterations against bioindicators organisms as Artemia sp. and L. sativa were found and, in addition, they have non-significant result in terms of DNA cleavage activity. Zeolites have advantage of releasing slowly the metals loaded and this characteristic can to be considered promising as potential antimicrobial materials in concentrations safe for use.
Superficial Genital Infantile Hemangiomas
Authors: Matić Aleksandra , Matić Milan , Prćić Sonja
Published: November 2019

Introduction. Superficial infantile hemangiomas (IH) are rarely localized in the genital region.

Case Report. We present 8 infants with IHs in the genital region (3 boys and 5 girls). Our patients had only superficial IHs, their internal organs were not affected and there were no associated anomalies. In the boys, IHs were localized on the scrotum and the foreskin in 2 cases and 1 case, respectively. In the girls, IHs were on the labia majora and near the vaginal introitus. None of the IHs showed any IH-related complications. No therapy for IHs was administered in any of the presented infants, either because IHs were small and non-aggressive, or because their parents rejected the proposed therapy.

Conclusion. Genital IHs have increased tendency for ulceration, so thorough examination and follow-up are of outmost importance. If therapy is indicated, oral propranolol is the treatment of choice for genital IHs.
Variation of the Cytokine Profiles in Gingival Crevicular Fluid Between Different Groups of Periodontally Healthy Teeth
Authors: Taso Ervin , Rakic Mia , Stefanovic Vladimir , Petković-Curcin Aleksandra , Stanojevic Ivan , Djukic Mirjana , Struillou Xavier , Vojvodic Danilo , Banovic Tatjana , Kanjevac Tatjana
Published: November 2019

Profiling of biomarkers of physiological process represents an integrative part in optimisation of diagnostic markers in order to adjust the diagnostic ranges to the potential effects of the local factors such occlusal forces in case of periodontal tissues. The objective of this study was estimation of IL-1β, IL-2, IL-4, IL-5, IL-6, IL-9, IL-10, IL-12, IL-13, IL-17, IL-22, TNFα and IFNγ concentrations in gingival crevicular fluid samples (GCF) between different groups of teeth. Two hundred fifty-nine systemically healthy non-smokers having at least one vital tooth without restorations, with healthy periodontal tissues, were clinically examined and the GCF sample was retrieved. The cytokine levels were estimated using flow cytometry and compared between central incisors (CI), lateral incisors, canines, first premolars, second premolars, first molars and second molars. Cytokine profiles varied between different groups of teeth with tendency of increase in proinflammatory cytokines from anterior teeth toward molars. Molars might be considered teeth with natural predisposition for faster bone resorption while the adjustment of diagnostic range of periodontal biomarkers for anterior or posterior teeth should be considered within diagnostic context. Cytokine profiles varied between different groups of teeth with tendency of increase in proinflammatory cytokines from anterior teeth toward molars. Molars might be considered teeth with natural predisposition for faster bone resorption while the adjustment of diagnostic range of periodontal biomarkers for anterior or posterior teeth should be considered within diagnostic context.
PENDAMPINGAN KETERAMPILAN MENGOLAH PRODUK SAINS (SUSU FERMENTASI VARIANS BUAH) MENGGUNAKAN METODE EKSPERIMEN MELALUI AKTIVITAS PRAKTIKUM SEKOLAH DALAM MENINGKATKAN ACADEMIC ENTREPRENEUR
Authors: Fajarianingtyas Dyah Ayu , Hidayat Jefri Nur
Published: November 2019

Nama mitra/kelompok sasaran adalah SD Luqman Al Hakim yang terletak di di Jalan Payudan Barat Nomor 3 Sumenep. Masalah mitra/kelompok sasaran berdasarkan analisis situasi adalah dari hasil observasi oleh Tim PKM bulan Januari tahun 2019 diketahui bahwa (1) ketersediaan alat dan bahan di kelompok mitra belum memenuhi standar IPA Sekolah untuk melakukan metode eksperimen di bidang Sains; (2) keterampilan proses siswa belum tergali secara optimal karena jarang melakukan metode eksperimen untuk membuktikan konsep IPA. Salah satu solusi/target luaran yang ingin dicapai adalah perlu dilakukan Pendampingan Pelatihan Produk Sains Melalui Aktivitas Praktikum Sekolah. Melalui Program Pelatihan ini, maka luaran dan tujuan yang diharapkan adalah adanya publikasi jurnal Abdiraja dan peningkatan keterampilan/skill dalam mengolah pembuatan susu fermentasi dari berbagai varian rasa buah sebagai produk sains.

Metode pendekatan yang ditawarkan untuk menyelesaikan persoalan mitra adalah metode pendidikan masyarakat melalui pendampingan keterampilan mengolah Produk Sains (susu fermentasi Varians Buah) Menggunakan Metode Eksperimen Melalui Aktivitas Praktikum Sekolah. Pelatihan dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode eksperimen. Metode eksperimen sebagai cara belajar mengajar yang melibatkan siswa dengan mengalami serta membuktikan sendiri proses dan hasil percobaan (Putra, 2013). SD Luqman Al Hakim secara kelompok akan melakukan praktikum produk Sains (susu fermentasi Varians Buah) yang akan didampingi oleh Tim PKM. Manfaat yang dirasakan oleh kelompok sasaran adalah keterampilan siswa menjadi terasah karena siswa melakukan metode eksperimen untuk membuat (susu fermentasi Varians Buah). Siswa sangat antusias melakukan experiment susu fermentasi varians buah. Hasil rata-rata respon sebesar 96%. Pembelajaran berbasis entrepreneurship memberikan memberikan bekal kewirausahaan dengan tetap memperhatikan bakat, minat, dan suasana menyenangkan.
THE FORMING PEER EDUCATOR AND GIVING INFORMATION ABOUT REPRODUCTION HEALTH IN STUDENTS IN MA MASLAHATUL HIDAYAH IN ERRABU VILLAGE, KECAMATAN BLUTO
Authors: Pratiwi Iva Gamar dian , Mulyadi Eko , Hasanah Laylatul
Published: November 2019

MA Maslahatul Hidayah is a school located in Errabu Village, Bluto District. MA Maslahatul Hidayah is within the scope of the Maslahatul Hidayah boarding school. The number of students at MA Maslahatul Hidayah is 60 people. After the initial interview, it was found that most of the students did not understand about adolescent reproductive health including premarital sex, abortion, HIV / AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases, and in MA Maslahatul Hidayah there were no Peer Educators or peer groups that could be used as a container to tell and even provide counseling about reproductive health, especially in adolescents. Talking about reproductive health is considered a taboo by some students at MA Maslahatul Hidayah because they are in a boarding school environment, not only that there are some students who choose to drop out of school prematurely due to marriage under the age of 17 years. Culture and religion in Errabu Village are still quite thick and highly respected by the existence of this boarding school. The purpose of this PKM is to form a Peer Educator and increase students' Knowledge about Reproductive Health. The benefit of this activity is expected that with the existence of this PKM the knowledge of students about Reproductive Health will increase, so that the level of reproductive health of students increases. The method used is training and counseling. The results obtained are that this peer educator is very useful for MA Maslahatu Hidayah students, they are not awkward to consult with peer educators about the problems they face, especially regarding reproductive health and after counseling about reproductive health students become more understanding and understand the importance of maintaining reproduction health.

Keywords: Peer Educator, Information, Reproductive Health, Adolescents.
QUALITY METRIC DESIGN USING INTERNAL CONTROL METHOD TO CONTROL THE QUALITY OF FIBER OPTIC INSTALLATION PROJECT
Authors: Delvika Rizka Hasna , Pratami Devi , Haryono Imam , Bermano Ageak Raporte
Published: November 2019

To provide internet network, one of public Telecommunication provider in Indonesia conduct several project related to fiber optic cable installation such as the STO Modernization Feeder project. In every project implementation, the company is concerned with quality in order to remain competitive with competitors. Deliverable which meets the project quality will produce the product in accordance with the requirements. STO Garut Feeder Modernization Project was experiencing delays which is caused by the non-conformity project deliverable to project specification during monitoring & controlling phase. At project planning, the quality metric was not designed, which can be used as a guideline for vendor in carrying out the project task and to assist the process of quality control. Quality metric design is carried out using internal control methods that can identify possible errors in each project activity and critical success criteria that define a successful activity that will be performed. Result shows that only 67.1% statement (critical success criteria) form critical activity is implemented. This result can answer why the project delay because the activity on critical path is mostly re-worked due to non-conformity issues
DETERMINATION OF INVENTORY PERIODIC REVIEW POLICY (R, s, S) USING POWER APPROXIMATION METHOD FOR MINIMIZE TOTAL INVENTORY COST IN PT. OPQ
Authors: Wia Ratna , Aurachman Rio , Kenaka Saskia Puspa
Published: November 2019

PT. OPQ is a company engaged in the automotive manufacturing industry. The company produces bolts for the safety area, it is related to the lower body of the four-wheeled vehicle. PT. OPQ was established in 2014 and today has already been the supplier for several major automotive companies in Indonesia. The demand of PT OPQ that must be fulfilled is increasing as the amount of consumer is increasing too. Due to the high demand, so the raw material stockout occurs. This make the company's service level is below the standard. This study involved 48 sku of material raw materials that have normal distributed demand. Inventory policy applied in this research is periodic review (R, s, S) with the aim to minimize total cost of inventory and improve service level of company. The result of this research was found to decrease total inventory cost by 15% with the value of existing inventory cost Rp1.100.879.479,- to Rp 936.061.349,- . In addition, service level at PT. OPQ has increased with the value of existing conditions 85% to 99%.
Biosynthesis and Chaerchterization of Gold Nanoparticals by Using Local Serratia spp. Isolate
Authors: Abdulazeem Lubna , Abd Frial G.
Published: November 2019

Biological sources of bacteria ,fungi, and plants are playing a major role in the reduction of metallic nanoparticles such as gold, as it attributed as an eco-friendly and contributed in application in nanotechnology. This study include the biological synthesis of gold nanoparticles using the culture supernatant of local Serratia spp. isolate. Gold(III) chloride trihydrate ( HAuCl2) in concentration1× 10-³ M added to supernatant separately. Their respective supernatants were examined for ability to produce gold nanoparticles, The events happend was in a dark place at 37Cº. After 24 h, it was observed that the color of the solutions turned from pale yellow to dark purple. The gold nanoparticles were characterized by: UV-Visible spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) to ensure presence of different functional groups, respectively ,X-Ray Diffraction Analysis (XRD), finaly,scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) to determined AuNPs size and shape. Results: The gold nanoparticles were approximatly uniform in size 57.17 nm , triangle in shape and FTIR spectra revealed the presence of various functional groups in the gold nanoparticles which were also present in the bacterial extract. Conclusion: The current approach suggests that rapid synthesis of nanoparticles would be feasible in developing a biological process for mass scale production of gold nanoparticles.
Prevalence of Intestinal Parasitic Infestation in Anemic Patients Attended to Al-Diwaniyah Teaching Hospital at Al-Qadisiyah Province/Iraq
Authors: Ali Alomashi Ghada Basi , Abd Al-Shabbani Amal Hassan
Published: November 2019

The present study was conducted from November 2016 to October 2018 at Al-Diwaniyah teaching hospital (Al-Qadisiyah province/Iraq) to investigate the prevalence of intestinal parasites in anemic patients using conventional classical methods. Stool and blood samples were collected from 974 patients to detected the parasite, the RBC count, PVC and the Hb level. The result shows overall of anemic patients, parasitic infestation was 64 % were positives. Among positive infested patients, exhibiting multiple parasitic infestations accounted for 45 %, while patients with single parasitic infestation accounted for 55 %. Wet amount and staining method were used to detect the intestinal parasite and the results shows protozons trophozoite and cyst of Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, Balantidium coli, and the oocyst of Cryptosporidium while the result detects the egg of helminthes were Enterobius vermicularis, Trichuris trichiura, Ascaris lumbricoides, Ancylostoma duodenale and Strongyloides stercoralis.
Concerning to social factors (age, gender, and residence), significant elevation (P less than 0.05) were observed in groups of less than 10 years (85.87%), males (69.57%), and rural areas (80.37%). Values (Mean ± Standard error) of RBCs indices showed that there were significant decreases (P less than 0.05) in total RBCs count [(3.87± 0.23)  106/l], Hb [(10.62±0.86) g/dl], MCH [(27.44± 1.36) pg], and MCHC [(27.87± 2.75) g/dl]; and significant increases (P less than 0.05) in values of PCV [(38.11±1.49) %], and MCV [(98.48±3.65) fl]. Macrocytic (62.26%) and normocytic (51.73%) were the commonest types of anemia reported among infested and non-infested patients, respectively. Association between species of intestinal parasites and type of anemia were detected in this study. It showed that E. vermicularis (91.19%), B. coli(45.59%), and A. duodenale (91.67%) were significantly prevalent (P less than 0.05) among macrocytic, normocytic and microcytic anemic patients, respectively.
Presentation Uses of Amylase in Manufacturing (review)
Authors: Mezeal Intesar Ali , Mezil Sabreen Ali , Shnewer Ghanyia Jasim
Published: November 2019

Amylases one of chief enzymes castoff in manufacturing. Such enzymes hydrolyze arrowroot particles interested in polymers collected of glucose components. Amylases obligate possible request in extensive amount of manufacturing procedures like diet, fermentation besides medicinal productions. Amylases jerry can remain gotten as of vegetation, animals besides microorganisms. Though, enzymes as of mycological , bacteriological foundations obligate conquered requests in manufacturing subdivisions. creation of amylase indispensable aimed at change of starches hooked on oligosaccharides. Starch is an imperative basic of anthropoid food besides is a main storing creation of numerous frugally significant harvests . Starch changing enzymes rummage-sale in creation of malt dextrin, adapted starches, glucose besides fructose maple syrup. great numeral of microbial -amylases consumes requests in dissimilar manufacturing subdivisions like nutrition, material, paper besides domestic productions. construction of amylases consumes usually remained approved by inundated fermentation, nonetheless rock-solid state fermentation methods seem by way of a talented machinery. possessions of amylase like thermo immovability, pH summary, pH steadiness, imperative in expansion of fermentation method.
APPLICATION AND EVALUATION THE EFFECT OF METALIC NANOPARTICLES ON METRONIDAZOLE PERFORMANCE AS A NOVEL TECHNOLOGY
Authors: Abdulbaqi Mustafa R. , Abdulelah Furqan M.
Published: November 2019

Objective: The scope of this study is to evaluate the influence of metal nanoparticles application on pharmaceutical properties and biologic activity of antifungal drug, metronidazole (MTZ).
Method: Metal nanoparticles used in the study, bismuth sulfide (Bi2S3) used as the nanocarriers for metronidazole (MTZ) and they were synthesized by chemical co-precipitation method. Drug loading on Bi2S3 nanoparticles, lattice property alteration and average particles sizes were evaluated using fourier transform infra-red (FTIR) spectroscopy, atomic force microscopy(AFM), and powder x-ray diffraction(PXRD). The evaluation of the release of MTZ from Bi2S3 nanoparticles was carried out using USP type II rotating puddle apparatus. The antimicrobial activity of MTZ before and after loading was carried out by disc diffusion method against two aerobic gram +ve and one aerobic gram –ve bacteria, in addition to two fungi.
Result: This study showed successful loading process as well as particles size reduction of MTZ after loading on Bi2S3 nanoparticles. In vitro release study showed significant* increase in solubility and dissolution of MTZ after loading on Bi2S3 nanoparticles. MTZ showed significant* increase in antibacterial (against gram +ve aerobic staphylococcus aureus and bacillus subtilis) and antifungal (Candida glabrata and Candida tropicalis) activities after loading process.

Conclusion: Nanotechnology was applied successfully to improve both, solubility and biologic activity of the model drug used, metronidazole (MTZ).
Cytotoxic Effect of Pseudomonas aurogenosa Protease on Cancer Cells
Authors: Shanyoor Ghanyia J. , Abdul Fatima R. , Taher Nehad A. , Raheem Ihsan A.
Published: November 2019

About (20) Pseudomonas rogenosa isolate were experienced for their ability of protease production by calculating the diameter of lysis area after developing on skim milk agar medium (qualitatively ) and the results exhibited that only isolate no (5), was higher isolate for protease making of (26mm) of lysis area.
Then, the protein concentration also identified by Bradford method and it was found of 0.16 mg/ ml , then purification was done by using an ion- exchange chromatography with DEAE sephadex G- 100 column and the results showed the presence of 1 peak of enzyme with 50 Kd of molecular weight 2 peaks of other proteins . we tried to investigate the invitro Cytotoxic effect of purified enzyme against two human cancer lines, HeP2 (Human larynx epidermed carcinoma ) , RD ( Rabdo- Sarcoma ) , and one normal cell line Ref ( Rat embryonic fibroblast ) . The cancer and normal cells were treated with different concentrations of protease enzyme ranging from ( 0.05, 0.1, 0.2, 0.4,0.8and 0.16 mg/ml) then incubated for additional 48h at 37C0 and the results showed highest toxicity ( 80.28%) of protease enzyme on RD , moderate cytotoxicity (45.52%) on Hep andslight toxicity ( 37.12% ) on normal cell line (Ref) in a concentration (0.8mg/ml).
Simple and Selective Titrimetric and Spectrophotometric Methods for the Determination of Loratadine Using Bromate-Bromide, Methyl Orange and Methylene Blue
Authors: K Venkatachalam , S Niranjani , T Raju
Published: November 2019

One indirect titrimetric and two indirect visible spectrophotometric methods were described for the determination of loratadine in bulk drug and in its formulations. The methods used bromate-bromide, methyl orange and methylene blue as reagents. In titrimetry (method A), loratadine was treated with a known excess of bromate-bromide mixture in acidic medium and the residual bromine was back titrated iodometrically after the reaction between loratadine and in situ bromine was ensured to be complete. In spectrophotometric methods, the excess of bromine was estimated by treating with a fixed amount of either methyl orange (method B) and measuring the absorbance at 520 nm or methylene blue (method C) and measuring the absorbance at 680 nm. In all the methods, the amount of reacted bromine corresponded to the loratadine content. Titrimetric method was applicable over 1-8 mg range and the calculations were based on a 1:0.666 (loratadine:bromate) stoichiometric ratio. In spectrophotometry, the calibration graphs were found to be linear over 150- 350 and 1.75-3.5 μg mL-1 for method B and method C, respectively, with corresponding molar absorptivity values of 9.15 × 102 and 1.10 × 105 L mol-1
cm-1. Accuracy and precision of the assays were determined by computing the intra-day and inter-day variations at three different levels of loratadine. The methods were successfully applied to the assay of loratadine in tablet preparations and the results were compared with those of a reference method by applying Student’s t and F-tests. No interference was observed from common pharmaceutical excipients. The reliability of the methods was further ascertained by performing recovery tests by standard addition method
Potential uses and Analysis of Bioactive Natural Compounds of Peganum harmala
Authors: Ibraheam Israa Adnan , Hussein Haider Mashkoor , Hameed Imad Hadi
Published: November 2019

Peganum harmala is of Asian Origin and grows in the Middle East and in part of South Asia mainly in India and Pakistan. In Iran, and some countries in the Arab world such as, Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Jordan, dried capsules
mixed with other ingredients are placed onto red hot charcoal, where they explode with little popping noises in a way similar to American popcorn. Peganum harmala has been used to treat pain and to treat skin inflammations, including skin cancers. Some of these alkaloids such as harmaline, harmine, and norharmane are also endogenous compounds present in the body and since they have been found in high plasma concentrations in alcoholics, drug addicts, smokers, and patients with Parkinson's disease, they are thought to be crucially involved in various central nervous system (CNS) problems. All of these effects represent an idea that P. harmala and its derivatives could be used for treatment of mood disorders and are potent alternatives for current anti-depression drugs.
The Effect of the Quantity and Quality of Water on the Weight and Rates of Germination of OryzaSativa of the Family Gramineae in Iraq
Authors: Al-Ibraheeimi Fadhil , Majid Naseer , Ali Amel Ajel
Published: November 2019

The experiment was conducted in Kufa district Najaf Province fromthe periodo (1/8/2015)to(13/8/2015) to find out the effect of water amount used for seeds irrigation (50,100,150 ml water / kg soil).And water quality(drang water 2900 Micro Siemens \ cm, river water 673 EC) Micro Siemens \ cm), tap water (EC 627 Micro Siemens \ cm) on seed weight and germination percentage Oryzasativa L.by taking Sample between other day from sowing till 13thday Results showed that there were an increase in seed weightwith irrigation with 150 ml/kg soil and tap water it reach the percentage of %311.1 ،173.3% ,respectively.Germination percentage also increase to reach 100% at the 6th dayfrom sowing with treatment 1 Mean while germination percentage of 100%was appear in the8th day but with aquality of water of 100 ml/kg Soil .This situation continued until the end of experiment after13 th day of Sowing Nevertheless ,Seed weight was different at the end of the experiment at the above two treatment whilel, germination Percentage 100% after passing 13 day for tap Water treatment.
Isolation and Detection of Candida tropicalis from Aborted Placenta in Al-Najaf city/Iraq
Authors: Hussein Humam Kasem
Published: November 2019

Background: Candida tropicalis is one of the most causes of vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) in women. Systemic candidiasis and candidemia may also occur in pregnancies. Objective: This study was carried out to detect and isolate of this yeast from aborted placenta, which may cause severe complications such as spontaneous abortion. Materials and
methods: Fresh aborted placenta were collected and washed by normal saline to remove the blood. Then, cut it into portions and place it in test tube containing 5 ml of normal saline. Finally, shake for 10 minutes, after that, cultured for microbial isolation. Isolation and detection were done by some conventional methods with Api candida and CHROMagar. Results: The results showed that four isolates of C. tropicalis (2%) were isolated from two hundreds samples from placenta of aborted women. Conclusions: Even with its rare occurrence, C. tropicalis has the ability to initiate intrauterine infection.
Study of Diabetic Mellitus and Knowledge of Lotion Foot Care on the Community
Authors: DM Hariyadi , U Athiyah , E Hendradi , N Rosita , T Erawati , T Purwanti
Published: November 2019

The prevention of Diabetic Mellitus (DM) and its complications is the main aim of this study, in addition to the training of lotion foot care application and the development of small scale industry. The research team delivered knowledge in the form of training on Diabetic Mellitus, healthy food, treatment and prevention of complications, and small-scale production of cosmetic products. The aim of this study was to determine the correlation between training on diabetic and lotion foot care application as preventive measures against diabetic complications on the patient's blood glucose levels in the community of residents in Banyuurip Jaya, Surabaya. It was expected from this training that the knowledge of the residents increases and people living with diabetic undergo lifestyle changes and therefore blood sugar levels can be controlled. The parameters measured in this research were blood glucose levels, the anti diabetic drug types consumed, and compliance on diabetics. This study used the data taken from 60 patients with DM over a period of one month.
Questionnaires and log books was used to retrieve data and changes in blood glucose levels in diabetic patients. The results showed the demographic data of patients with type 2 diabetic of 85% female and 15% male, with the range of patients aged of 61-70 years of 46.67% and had history of diabetic (90%). The history of drugs consumed by respondents was anti diabetic drugs such as metformin (40%), glimepiride (33.37%) and insulin (6.67%). In addition, the increased knowledge of DM patients after being given the training compared to before training was shown in several questions in the questionnaire. A statistical analysis using t-test analyzed a correlation between training provided in order to enhance understanding of the patient, as well as correlation with blood glucose levels. A paired T-test showed that there was a relationship between the knowledge of trainees before and after training (p less than 0.05). An interesting result was that there was no relationship between blood glucose levels before and after training provided (p> 0.05).
In vitro Anti-Helminthic Study of Ficus Dalhousiae Leaf Extracts in Pheretima posthuma
Authors: Ghori Syed Safiullah , Hussain Mohammed Idrees
Published: November 2019

The aim of the present investigation was to evaluate the anti-helmintic activity of extracts of methanol, petroleum ether, nhexane and water of Ficus dalhousiae Miq leaves in Earthworms. The plant material was collected from Tirupati was authenticated by Department of Botany, Osmania University, Hyderabad. Fresh plant leaves were used for the present study. The leaves were made free from dust and foreign material and dried and powdered. The powder was weighed (50gm) and was extracted by successive solvent extraction process. Phytochemical screening was carried out for the detection of phytoconstituents. The parameters like paralysis time and time of death were determined by using the extracts of methanol, petroleum ether, n-hexane and aqueous solvent at the concentrations of 25mg/ml, 50mg/ml and 100mg/ml.The extracts of Ficus dalhousiae leaves exhibited significant antihelmintic activity at concentrations of 25mg/ml, 50mg/ml and 100mg/ml as compared with Albendazole as standard drug. The results from the study suggest that extracts of Ficus dalhousiae Miq leaves has shown significant anti-helminthic effect when compared to the standard drug, Albendazole.
Effect of Allicin in Reducing the Cytotoxicity of Cyclophosphamide on Reproductive System of Wister Male Rats
Authors: Al-Gnami Saadeya Ali Lefelef , Al--Mayali Hussein Khudair Aubaies
Published: November 2019

The aim of the present study is to investigate the positive role of Allicin in reducing the side effects induced by cyclophosphamide drug in reproductive system of male rats. In this experiment, fifty adult male Wister rats were used, about four month old, with average weight about (162.5±13gm). They were divided randomly into five equal groups (10 animals for each group) and drenched for 60 consecutive days as follows: The results of this study revealed significant differences (P ≤ 0.05) represented by increasing in concentration of testosterone, SSH and ICSH hormones in T1 group as compared with other groups, while there was a significant decrease in T2 group as compared with other groups. Also, there was a significant difference represented by increasing levels of these hormones in T3 and T4 groups as compared with T2 group ,and there was a significant difference in concentration of testosterone, SSH and ICSH between T3 and T4 groups represented by increasing the concentration of these hormones in T4 group as compared with T3 group. It is concluded that allicin has in dose of 50 mg/kg/B. W. both a preventive and a therapeutic role in ameliorating cyclophosphamide toxicity in adult Wister male rats. The use of allicin as a therapeutic agent showed more amelioration in cyclophosphamide toxicity than a preventive agent.
Influence of Water Contamination on the SEI Formation in Li-Ion Cells: An Operando EQCM-D Study
Authors: Kitz Paul , Novák Petr , Berg Erik
Published: November 2019

The interphase formation on carbon (C) anodes in LiPF6/EC + DEC Li-ion battery electrolyte is analyzed by combining operando electrochemical quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation monitoring (EQCM-D) with in situ online electrochemical mass spectrometry (OEMS). EQCM-D enables unique insights into the anode solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) mass/thickness, its viscoelastic properties, and changes of electrolyte viscosity during the initial formation cycles. The interphase in pure electrolyte is relatively soft (G’SEI ≈ 0.2 MPa, ηSEI ≈ 10 mPa s) and changes its viscoelastic properties dynamically as a function of electrode po-tential. With increasing electrolyte water content, the SEI becomes thicker and much more rigid. Doubly labeled D218O is added to the electrolyte in order to precisely track the reaction pathway of water at the anode by OEMS. In the first cycle between 2.6 – 1.7 V vs. Li+/Li water is reduced and hydroxide ions initiate an autocatalytic hydrolysis of EC. With large amounts of water initially present in the electrolyte, most of the formed CO2 gas is scavenged by reactions with hydroxide and alkoxide ions forming a thick, rigid, and Li2CO3 rich early interphase on the C anode. This layer alleviates the following electrolyte decomposition processes and slows the reduction of EC < 1 V vs. Li+/Li.
Orbital Shaped Standing Waves Using Chladni Plates
Authors: Janusson Eric , Penafiel Johanne , Macdonald Andrew , MacLean Shaun , Paci Irina , McIndoe J Scott
Published: November 2019

Chemistry students are often introduced to the concept of atomic orbitals with a representation of a one-dimensional standing wave. The classic example is the harmonic frequencies which produce standing waves on a guitar string; a concept which is easily replicated in class with a length of rope. From here, students are typically exposed to a more realistic three-dimensional model, which can often be difficult to visualize. Extrapolation from a two-dimensional model, such as the vibrational modes of a drumhead, can be used to convey the standing wave concept to students more easily. We have opted to use Chladni plates which may be tuned to give a two-dimensional standing wave which serves as a cross-sectional representation of atomic orbitals. The demonstration, intended for first year chemistry students, facilitates the examination of nodal and anti-nodal regions of a Chladni figure which students can then connect to the concept of quantum mechanical parameters and their relationship to atomic orbital shape.
Exchange-Biasing in a Dinuclear Dysprosium(III) Single-Molecule Magnet with a Large Energy Barrier for Magnetization Reversal
Authors: Han Tian , Giansiracusa Marcus J. , Li Zi-Han , Ding You-Song , Chilton Nicholas F. , Winpenny Richard E. P. , Zheng Yan-Zhen
Published: November 2019

A dichlorido-bridged dinuclear dysprosium(III) single-molecule magnet [Dy2L2(µ-Cl)2(THF)2] has been made using a diamine-bis(phenolate) ligand, H2L. Magnetic studies show an energy barrier for magnetization reversal (Ueff) around 1000 K. Exchange-biasing effect is clearly seen in magnetic hysteresis with steps up to 4 K. Ab initio calculations exclude the possibility of pure dipolar origin of this effect leading to the conclusion that super-exchange via the chloride bridging ligands is important.
An Amphiphilic Polymer-Supported Strategy Enables Chemical Transformations Under Anhydrous Conditions for DNA-Encoded Library Synthesis
Authors: Ruff Yves , Martinez Roberto , Pellé Xavier , Nimsgern Pierre , Fille Pascale , Ratnikov Maxim , Berst Frederic
Published: November 2019

Herein, we describe the development of a practical catch-and release methodology utilizing a cationic, amphiphilic PEG-based polymer to perform chemical transformations on immobilized DNA conjugates under anhydrous conditions. We demonstrate the usefulness of our APTAC (amphiphilic polymer-facilitated transformations under anhydrous conditions) approach by performing several challenging transformations on DNA-conjugated small molecules in pure organic solvents: the addition of a carbanion equivalent to a DNA-conjugated ketone in tetrahydrofuran, the synthesis of saturated heterocycles using the tin (Sn) amine protocol (SnAP) in dichloromethane and the dual-catalytic (Ir/Ni) metallaphotoredox decarboxylative cross-coupling of carboxylic acids to DNA-conjugated aryl halides in DMSO. In addition, we demonstrate the feasibility of the latter in multititer-plate format.
Molecular study of BRCA-1,2 and P53 gene polymorphisms among post-operative breast cancer patients
Authors: Aws Rassul hussain Al-salin  , Hammadi Al-Hilaly  , Rawaa Magid
Published: November 2019

Breast cancer is a malignant tumor in groups of cancer cells that may develop into (invade) or spread to distant body regions around tissues. In both advanced and developing nations and in many parts of the globe, the burden of breast cancer is rising. It's the most prevalent malicious person illness in females, with 18% of all female cancers and the third most prevalent cause of cancer death globally.  This case-control study was organized to explore the potential role of chosen genetic parameters in the Al-Diwanyia province in random samples of breast cancer patients the research, 5 ml of blood samples from 50 women with post-operative breast cancer attending the outpatient oncology department at Al Diwaniyia Teaching Hospital were employed compared to 50 women without cancer, patient ages and control ranged from 18 to 80 years. Among the three susceptibility genes studied, BRCA In BRCA-1 GG genotype evidently proposed a risk factor for tumor as had an (OR 5.3191) and risk factor (EF 0.065); AG & AA genotypes, on the other hand, played a rather preventive part as they had no risk factor (PF) of 0.0476 & 0.1667 respectively and low OR (0.7619 & 0.7917 respectively) and patients had 16%, and 84% of patients had G and A alleles respectively. The genotype of BRCA-2 AG As had the risk factor (OR 13.4146) and the risk factor (EF 0.1851), the AA genotype, on the other hand, did not have a risk factor role since it had a protective fraction (PF) of 0.9103 and a low OR (0.0731). Patients have 10% of G and 90% of A alleles compared to 100% of A only. In the P53 CC genotype, tumor etiology has evidently been proposed, as was the case with (OR 1.2941) and risk factor (EF 0.091). The GC genotype, on the other hand, did not have a risk factor as it had (PF) of 0.087 and low OR (0.4565) and patients had 56 percent of G allele and 44 percent of C allele compared to 52 percent of G and 48 percent of C control.
Chronic periodontitis and its correlation with socio-demographic and oral health parameters: a retrospective study in adult population
Authors: Munirah Yaacob  , Nurul Farahin Mahirah Fazid  , Siti Mahirah Sao’di  , Juzaily Hussain  , Suhaila Muhammad Ali  , Siti Mahirah Sao’di
Published: November 2019

Chronic periodontitis is the second most common oral disease worldwide. It is a multifactorial disease with a bacterial plaque as the necessary factors; however, other factors such as age, systemic conditions and social habits do play a determining role in the development of periodontitis. Therefore, this study evaluated the correlation between the severity of chronic periodontitis with a series of socio-demographic background and clinical variables. This was a retrospective, observational study of chronic periodontitis population that attended IIUM Dental Clinic from the year 2014 to 2017. The data was extracted from patients’ case records systematically using structured data extraction form. Only case records with full clinical history and periodontal charting were undertaken as samples. IBM SPSS-24 was used for data analysis. Chi-square (χ2 ) and Mann-Whitney U tests were applied to infer the above relationship. The result of the analysis revealed that over four years, 157 adults were diagnosed with chronic periodontitis, which comprised of 68.8% who suffered from the severe form. The mean age group was 48.6±11.55 years old, with the majority of them were Malays, male, and aged between 50 to 64 years old. Those who are professional workers, suffered from systemic diseases and were addicted to tobacco exhibited more severe disease, though statistically not significant. Patients with moderate and severe chronic periodontitis showed greater plaque deposits and had deeper periodontal pockets than those with mild form (p<0.05). They also presented with more tooth loss. Severe chronic periodontitis was found prevalent in the studied population. As a conclusion, the clinical and socio-demographic characteristics showed non-significant correlations with the severity of the disease except for gender, plaque control levels, and a number of deep pocket sites. Future studies should consider including more sample size from multicenter population.