bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A new band selection method for multispectral data based on criterion function of
information capability
Authors: Alpert Sofiia
Published: June 2023

Multispectral remote sensing is one of the most popular techniques in the earth
observation, because this technique can provide information of ground objects on Earth’s
surface using hundreds of narrow bands. However, multispectral images produces a very
large volume of data. Processing the huge volume of information is one of most important
and actual problems of remote sensing. The rapid development of the  remote sensing
demand to develop the data processing algorithms. But at present data processing
techniques cannot give accurate results. If  we use traditional methods to process
multispectral images, the volume of  the data increases. The main goal of the band
selection is to choose the optimal combination of  spectral bands for the solution of
the particular remote sensing task. This process is important because different bands
are sensitive to different objects. Selecting the right bands can help to optimize the
detection of different ground objects. Some spectral bands are more sensitive to
minerals, while others are more sensitive to vegetation  or water bodies. Under a small
number of training samples, the classification accuracy of multispectral images
decreases when the volume of multispectral data increases. Usually adjacent bands are
highly correlated, and some spectral bands may not carry unique information. That’s why
it is necessarily to reduce the dimensionality of  multispectral data. It helps to
store, process, transmit information more efficiently and to reduce the computational
costs while processing images. The different modern methods of multispectral band
selection are also considered and analyzed in this work. It also is proposed a new
method to select spectral bands, which is based on the concept of criterion function of
information capability of spectral bands. In this article some examples using criterion
function of information capability are considered too.
Value-oriented proactive management in high-tech project teams
Authors: Bushuyev Sergiy , Pilyugina Kateryna
Published: June 2023

The main principles of high-tech project management and the specifics of the teams
involved in the implementation of such projects are considered. Challenges arising in
high-tech project teams are identified. Possible approaches for minimizing management
risks in the implementation of high-tech projects are analyzed, in particular, the
paradigm of proactive value-oriented project management and the approach of a logical
framework model are considered. Proactive management involves the use of models for
predicting results and management decisions. Management decisions are classified based
on the methods used to make them. Individual, consultative, group decisions are defined,
as well as strategic, tactical and operational decisions based on the nature of the
goal. The sequence of actions and errors regarding decision-making at the stage of
diagnosing the situation when managing problems that arise during project management are
formulated. The decision is considered as a product of management work, and its adoption
as a process that leads to the appearance of this product. The effectiveness of
proactive project management tools in identifying and working out options for solving
unique problems that require a creative approach and creative search has been
demonstrated. The special importance of building constant interaction of the project
manager with various members of the project team is emphasized, which conditions the
inclusion of the team in the project management process and includes solving project
problems and tasks, planning, discussing interdependencies between tasks, monitoring,
analysis of key indicators of project performance, risk management, etc. others A
detailed analysis of the implementation of the technology adoption model as a research
framework model, which is fully reflected by the P2M knowledge system, is provided. The
constituent components of such a model are defined: perceived value (usefulness); ease
of use of the innovation; intent and motivation of use; perceived risk. The approach of
the logical framework model, which is a key approach used by many international
organizations and donors when implementing projects, is considered. This approach is
proposed as a tool that promotes the motivation of the process of analytical thinking in
the project team, helps to structure and optimize information in the project, take into
account problematic issues and related risks, identify weaknesses of the selected
project implementation scenario, involve key specialists in the regular process of
discussion and updating logical matrix of the project. An example of the practical use
of a logical framework model by creating and analyzing a matrix of a logical framework
model in a specific high-tech project on nuclear and radiation safety implemented with
the financial support of the European Union is given.
EFFICIENCY RESEARCH OF MONOLITHIC LIFT- SLABS IN MULTISTOREY SKELETON BUILDSNGS
Authors: AFANASIEVA Liudmila , MOSKALENКO Maksim
Published: June 2023

One of the priority directions of modern construction is the construction of framemonolithic multi-story buildings with beamless ceilings. The use of a frame-monolithic scheme of house construction makes it possible to diversify thearchitectural and planning solutions of apartments and houses, as well as to significantly shorten the terms of their construction.The experience of construction and operation of frame-monolithic buildings shows that floor slabs are the most material-intensive element of the frame. At the same time, the consumption of concrete is more than 30.0% of the total volume of concrete in the building. Therefore, the problem of reducing the mass of the ceiling is urgent.The search for a reserve for reducing the consumption of concrete in floor slabs is accompanied by an increase in the deformability of lightweight slabs, as well as an additional concentration of compressive stresses in the places where the slabs reston vertical elements. The indicated zone of butt connection needs additional reinforcement in order to ensure compressive strength.The article examines ways to reduce the material consumption of floor slabs, and gives an assessment of the above-mentioned factors that affect the workof slabs as part of the building frame. Numerical studies of the calculation model of the building in Kyiv were carried out using PC LIRA CAD, on the basis of which the parameters of the stress-strain state of the experimental plates were established, aswell as the justified conditions of their use for further operation in the practice of frame-monolithic house construction.
RESEARCH OF GLASS BEAMS FOR FOUR-POINT BENDING USING THE METHOD OF DIGITAL IMAGE CORRELATION
Authors: KOZAK Roman , DEMCHYNA Bohdan
Published: June 2023

The main elements of glassstructures commonly used in construction arebending elements. The use of glass beams with alarge ratio of cross-sectional height to width is mostoften encountered in practical use. This type ofstructure is characterized by the phenomenon of lossof stability from the plane.Optical research methods are becoming moreand more popular due to the convenience and lackof direct contact with the test specimen. Such aresearch method is the method of digital imagecorrelation. In general, the method requiresspecialized hardware and for a single experimentwithout the need to record images at high speed, itis also promising to use a publicly available user'smirrorless camera as a recording device.The subject of the study was glass beamssubjected to four-point bending. Six double-layerglass beams were manufactured for the study. Thebeams were tested with a stepwise increase in loadon a special test rig made for the study of glassbeams. The relative deformations were recordedusing the method of correlation of digital imagesand mechanical strain gauges.The paper describes the method of usingmirrorless cameras with a colour matrix to studyglass beams in four-point bending. Themethodology consisted of selecting the rightequipment and determining the characteristics ofthe camera to obtain more information from theimages and prepare them for analysis. The imageswere de-colorized and the white balance wasadjusted using a photo editor. The images ready foranalysis were transferred to the specialized softwareGOM Correlate Pro.The glass beams were tested for four-pointbending. The values of the maximum stresses wereobtained using the equilibrium equation of thesection, the relative deformations obtainedaccording to the readings of mechanical devices,and the method of correlation of digital images.Failure of the glass beams occurred in layerswith the initial crack formation in the lowe mosttensile zone, then the crack propagated with a tuliplike pattern to the upper zone.The study confirmed the disadvantage of glassbeams with a large height-to-width ratio, namely theloss of in-plane stability.The method of digital image correlation usingpublicly available user hardware performed well,often showing values of destructive stresses close tothe theoretical values obtained by calculation. It isrecommended to use this method for furtherresearch
STATISTICAL EVALUATION OF MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS COLD-FORMED CLASS B500 REINFORCEMENT
Authors: KLYMOV Yulii
Published: June 2023

The paper presents the results of astatistical evaluation of the mechanical characte-ristics of cold-deformed reinforcement of class B500.The statistical evaluation was performed on thebasis of the results of tensile tests of 485 samples ofclass B500 reinforcement, made of St3ps steel wirerod, with diameters of 5 mm (160 samples), with adiameter of 6 mm (133 samples), with a diameter of8 mm (142 samples) and 10 mm in diameter (50samples), selected from skeins of industrial production. During the tests, the main mechanical characteristics of B500 class reinforcement were determined - yield strength (σТ), ultimate resistance (σВ),ratio of ultimate resistance to yield strength (σВ/σТ),total relative elongation at maximum load (δmax),state diagrams were constructed and the modulus ofelasticity of reinforcement (Es) was determined.Statistical evaluation of the mechanical characteristics of the reinforcement was performed for each ofthe investigated parameters (σТ, σВ/σТ, δmax), for eachof the diameters and for the whole sample and included the determination of the minimum, maximum and average values, root mean square deviation, coefficient of variation, construction of histograms of distribution with a comparison of themwith the normal law of distribution, reliability andcomparison with the corresponding standardizedvalues, the reliability coefficient for the material γsfor cold-deformed reinforcement B500 when calculating structures according to the first group of limitstates.As a result of the tests, it was found that the mechanical indicators characteristics for different diameters have close values, and their distribution isclose to normal. In general, for the sample, the yieldstrength varies within the range of 500.00...800.00MPa, the ultimate resistance - within the range of550.00...830.00 MPa, the ratio of the ultimate resistance to the yield strength - within the range -1.031...1.309, the full relative elongation at maximum load - within 2.286...4.857.At the same time, the coefficient of variation ofthe yield strength was 0.088, the ultimate resistancewas 0.079, the ratio of the ultimate resistance to theyield strength was 0.037, the total relative elongation at maximum load was 0.162 and was close tothe corresponding values for hot-rolled and thermomechanically strengthened reinforcement. The yieldstrength was 0.964, the ratio of temporary resistanceto yield strength was 0.939, total relative elongationat maximum load was 0.946, which corresponds tothe normalized values for these indicators, whichare 0.95, 090, and 0.90, respectively. The reliabilitycoefficient for the material as a whole for the samplewas 1.143, which is less than that established in regulatory documents for the design of reinforced concrete structures
Characteristics in early diagnosis of ovarian masses
Authors:   Ivanovo State Medical Academy, Ivanovo, Russian Federation, Smirnova A.V. ,   V.N. Gorodkov Ivanovo Research Institute of Motherhood and Childhood, Ivanovo, Russian Federation, Malyshkina A.I. ,   Ivanovo State Medical Academy, Ivanovo, Russian Federation,   V.N. Gorodkov Ivanovo Research Institute of Motherhood and Childhood, Ivanovo, Russian Federation, Khrushkova E.P. ,   V.N. Gorodkov Ivanovo Research Institute of Motherhood and Childhood, Ivanovo, Russian Federation
Published: June 2023

Aim: to identify clinical and anamnestic risk factors for ovarian masses (OM), as well as to clarify the significance of various diagnostic criteria in the early diagnosis of ovarian cancer (OC). Patients and Methods: a retrospective analysis of 50 cases of patients with OM was conducted. The following groups were formed: the main group (50 patients with OM) and the control group — practically healthy female subjects (32 patients). Retrospectively, depending on the results concerning histology of the removed surgical material, the main group was divided into 2 subgroups: subgroup 1 — 37 patients with benign OM, subgroup 2 — 13 patients with borderline and malignant OM. The patterns of the anamnesis, the level of the Ca-125 tumor marker, the values of the Risk of Malignancy Index (RMI), and the tumor histology structure were assessed. Results: during the study, it was found that in patients with OM, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT), urinary system (24%), pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), as well as menstrual disorders of various types and uterine fibroids (p<0.05) are more common. The incidence of gynecologic cancer in the family history is also significantly higher in patients with OM vs. the control group (36% and 3%, respectively, p<0.05). Elevated Ca-125 values were noted both in the group with benign ovarian masses and in the group with borderline and malignant ovarian tumors.it has been established that the main risk factors for the OC development are diseases of GIT (Odds Ratio (OR) 2,09) and urinary system (OR 1,53), genetic predisposition to cancer of the reproductive organs (OR 1,86), menstrual disorder (OR 1,86), uterine fibroids (OR 1,74) and a history of PID (OR 1,83). Conclusion: despite a large number of studies devoted to the problem of OC early diagnosis, there is still no reliable criterion with high sensitivity and specificity. Female patients with postmenopause and adverse ultrasound criteria should have high oncological alarm of doctors, even with low values of the Ca-125 oncological marker. KEYWORDS: ovarian tumors, neoplasms, ovarian cancer, risk factors, Ca-125, malignancy index RMI. FOR CITATION: Smirnova A.V., Malyshkina A.I., Khrushkova E.P. Characteristics in early diagnosis of ovarian masses. Russian Journal of Woman and Child Health. 2023;6(2):105–111 (in Russ.). DOI: 10.32364/2618-8430-2023-6-2-105-111.
Secondary prevention of reproductive system tumors in women living in the urban and rural environments
Authors:   N.A. Semashko National Research Institute of Public Health, Moscow, Russian Federation, Aminodova I.P. ,   Autonomous Non-commercial Organization Medical Center "White Rose", Ivanovo, Russian Federation,   Ivanovo State Medical Academy, Ivanovo, Russian Federation, Vasiliev M.D. ,   N.A. Semashko National Research Institute of Public Health, Moscow, Russian Federation, Makarova E.V. ,   N.A. Semashko National Research Institute of Public Health, Moscow, Russian Federation, Makarova V.I. ,   N.A. Semashko National Research Institute of Public Health, Moscow, Russian Federation
Published: June 2023

Aim: to analyze specific aspects of diagnosing reproductive system disorders in women depending on the place of residence, medical activity and awareness of the female population, staffing resources and the availability of equipment in medical institutions. Patients and Methods: the analysis covered medical records of 9,785 women who, at their own volition, visited the medical center for medical check-up. Gynecological examination, colposcopy, liquid-based cytology, pelvic and breast ultrasound examination, and mammography were performed in all patients. The patients were asked to fill out a questionnaire including the following data: conditions of life and work, lifestyle, and risk factors of malignant tumors of the female reproductive system. Results and Discussion: women over 40 years of age were more concerned about their health status. Thus, it is necessary to find mechanisms for the additional motivation of women of early and middle reproductive age for expanding the screening coverage. It was found out that the differences in the organization of secondary prevention of reproductive system tumors in women living in the urban and rural environments are underpinned by the impact of demographic and social factors, characteristics of medical activity of the population, and staffing shortages in healthcare institutions. These aspects should be taken into consideration for developing methods aimed at overcoming the current failures in the diagnostic process. Conclusion: the establishing of regional "Women's Health Centers" based on multi-disciplinary comprehensive approach will help to improve the detection of tumors of the female reproductive system at the pre-cancer stage, facilitate the timely identification and mitigation of the risk factors of tumor development, and to ensure the prevention of recurrences and progression of hyperplastic processes of the reproductive system in women. KEYWORDS: tumors of reproductive system, prevention, diagnosis, organizational measures. FOR CITATION: Aminodova I.P., Vasiliev M.D., Makarova E.V., Makarova V.I. Secondary prevention of reproductive system tumors in women living in the urban and rural environments. Russian Journal of Woman and Child Health. 2023;6(2):112–118 (in Russ.). DOI: 10.32364/2618- 8430-2023-6-2-112-118.
CHERRY TOMATO CULTIVATION UNDER DIFFERENT LEVELS OF IRRIGATION WATER SALINITY AND ROOT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Authors: Silva dos Santos Rilbson Henrique , Dos Santos Dias Mirandy , Sampaio Reis Lígia , De Alencar Paes Reinaldo , de Assis da Silva Francisco , Dos Santos Saniel Carlos
Published: June 2023

The use of saline water is a challenge of modern agriculture since the use of this type water reduces crop quality and yield. From this perspective, this study aimed to analyze the performance of cherry tomato under different levels of irrigation water salinity and partial root-zone irrigation. The experiment was conducted in a plant nursery at the Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Campus of the Federal University of Alagoas, in Rio Largo, Alagoas, Brazil. The experimental design was completely randomized, in a 4 x 2 factorial arrangement corresponding to four levels of irrigation water salinity (0.5 (control), 1.5, 2.5, and 3.5 dS m-¹) and two root management systems (with and without root system division), with five replications. The plants were evaluated for growth, dry mass accumulation, and yield. The irrigation water salinity of 3.5 dS m-1 intensely reduces the plant height, number of fruits, and shoot dry mass of cherry tomato. The shoot fresh mass of cherry tomato was reduced by with root system division. However, this treatment increased the plant height and the number of fruits per plant. Root system division in cherry tomato plants mitigates the deleterious effects of irrigation water salinity up to the electrical conductivity of 1.5 dS m-1, especially on the fruit mass per plant.
Problems of endotracheal intubation in obese patient
Authors: Saleh Layth Masood , Mohammed Hazim Faisal , Afat Ammar Noori , Khuder Muayad Khalaf , Asi Marwan Nawzad
Published: June 2023

Background: Performing intubation in obese patients is a challenging problem both in the intensive care unit (ICU) and patients with a high BMI face various complication.

Methods: A prospective multiplex cohort study in Kirkuk governorate was conducted in obese patients (body mass index greater than 30 kg m2).  The primary endpoint was the occurrence of difficulty intubation.  Secondary endpoints were risk factors for difficult intubation, use of difficult airway management techniques, and serious, life-threatening complications related to intubation (cardiac problems, hypoxaemia, and severe cardiovascular collapse). 

Results: Out of 100 patients, 48 patients had problems and complications as a result of intubation. These complications varied from simple to serious. 7 patients experienced hypoxia, 22 patients experienced difficulty in intubation, 5 patients experienced cardiac arrhythmias, and 2 patients had a dental injury that was. This complication is related to the body mass index.  

Conclusions: In severely obese patients, the incidence of difficult intubation in the intensive care unit was related to BMI. Researchers did not encounter deaths resulting from intubation, perhaps due to the development of medicine and new tools.
SOSIALISASI MODIFIKASI TUNGKU HEMAT ENERGI BERBAHAN BAKAR SERBUK GERGAJI DI DESA PELABUHAN DALAM
Authors: Efriandy Iwan , Yusuf Maulana , Hartini Hartini , Primaini Sri , Rahmawati Meita , Ghozali Efva Oktavina Donata , Hidayat Muhammad
Published: June 2023

Usaha kerupuk dan kemplang di Desa Pelabuhan Dalam merupakan usaha turun temurun yang perkembangannya stagnan. Permasalahan utama pengembangan usaha kerupuk dan kemplang tersebut adalah pemanggangan dilakukan menggunakan kompor atau tungku berbahan bakar minyak tanah atau kayu bakar. Nilai ekonomis usaha kerupuk dan kemplang tersebut tidak prospek karena antara harga produksi dan harga jual relatif tidak berbeda sehingga keuntungan yang diperoleh sangat kecil sedangkan bahan bakar minyak tanah dan kayu bakar sangat sulit ditemukan di Desa Pelabuhan Dalam. Sosialisasi dan pengenalan tungku hemat energi berbahan bakar serbuk gergaji diharapkan akan memberikan motivasi pengusaha kerupuk dan kemplang dalam menjalankan usahanya yang memberikan keuntungan yang lebih signifikan. Modal yang dikeluarkan untuk membuat tungku hemat energi sangat murah dan hanya sekali dengan biaya pembelian drum bekas Rp. 60.000,- dan upah membuatnya hanya Rp. 15.000,- jadi total biaya yang dibutuhkan adalah Rp. 75.000,. Pengembangan tungku hemat energi berbahan bakar serbuk gergaji dapat dilakukan di Desa Pelabuhan Dalam potensinya yang berlimpah.
Cognitive behavioral therapy and traditional cooperative games in improving social skills: A single-subject experimental study
Authors: Harahap Dinda Permatasari
Published: June 2023

This study aimed to ascertain how cognitive behavior therapy and traditional games in children could improve their social skills. This research was a single-subject experimental study. The participant was a 6-year-old kindergarten student going by the alias “Kila”. The data was collected using interview and observation methods. The CBT techniques are puppets, storytelling, visualization, and imagery techniques. Traditional games are used after the CBT sections. These games involved peer groups to increase the social skills of the participants. The traditional games used are the ones that Indonesian people used to do, such as “Cublak-cublak Suweng,” “Clogs,” “Cardboard Bridge,” “Jump Rope,” and “Word Game.”. Data were collected through observation and interviews with participants, family members, teachers, and colleagues. Information about the participant can also be obtained using psychological tools such as intellectual and socialization. Data is analyzed based on the characteristics of previous and subsequent social capacity changes. The result showed that the CBT technique for children could change the participant’s negative automatic thoughts about her friends. Those traditional games could also improve Kila’s social skills, especially in her interpersonal behavior, such as making friends, communicating, giving feedback to her peers, and being involved in some interactions and communications. CBT techniques and traditional games have an impact on increasing the social abilities of participants. This can be seen from the improvement in participants’ social skills, such as interpersonal behavior, self-behavior, academic behavior, peer acceptance, and communication skills.
Tertiary English students’ learning motivation and critical thinking skills
Authors: Nashori Fuad , Anshori Adam , Aziz Rahmat , Wisnu Wardani Infanti
Published: June 2023

This paper highlights the importance of learning motivation and critical thinking skills to an EFL learner. Apart from gaining language ability in speaking, reading, listening, and writing, an EFL learner must also be equipped with other factors or skills to succeed. Hence, this study aimed to determine how much learning motivation correlates with critical thinking skills amongst tertiary English Language Education Department students at Universitas Islam Indonesia. By deploying a purposive sampling technique, 50 participants were involved in this study. It comprises 16 male students (32%) and 34 female students (68%). Critical thinking and learning motivation questionnaires were utilized to garner the data, and the data were further analyzed using the product-moment correlation. This study also utilizes in-depth interviews to gain more perspective on critical thinking, learning motivation, and how it shapes behavior. The results demonstrated that learning motivation positively and significantly correlated with critical thinking skills. Across varied levels, contexts, and periods, the current study confirmed the persistent theory concerning the correlation between learning motivation and critical thinking, as prior related studies already demonstrated. Further studies are called to be conducted by engaging a more significant number of samples to reveal broader insights
ATHLETES DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT AT STATE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS (SMANOR)
Authors: Rahmah Rahmah , Liloi Delvi Kristanti , Bakar Abu , Purwanto Didik
Published: June 2023

SMANOR Tadulako is a new sports-gifted school in Central Sulawesi Province. Within three years, almost all sports have started to show results, both at the regional and national levels. Of course, there is good cooperation between administrators, coaches, athletes, and other parties. Researchers took descriptive qualitative research to see the management of athlete development at SMANOR Tadulako, Central Sulawesi Province. The purpose of this study was to analyze the management functions of Planning, Organizing, Movement, Supervision, and Evaluation at Tadulako Senior High School, Central Sulawesi Province. The results of the study: stewardship seen from the management function 1) Planning is Very Good, 2) Organizing is Very Good, 3) Movement is Good, 4) Supervision is Very Good and 5) Evaluation is Very Good. Activity Program 1) Good Planning, 2) Very Good Organizing, 3) Good Movement, 4) Very Good Supervision, and 5) Very Good Evaluation. Facilities and Infrastructure 1) Good Planning, 2) Fairly Good Organizing, 3) Good Movement, 4) Good Supervision, and 5) Fairly Good Evaluation. Funding is categorized as Fairly Good. The conclusions of this study are 1) management is categorized as Good, 2) Program activities are Good, 3) Facilities and infrastructure are quite good and 4) Funding is quite good. Based on the results of the research, it can be concluded that to achieve management of facilities and infrastructure, it is necessary to carry out planning, organization, movement, monitoring, and evaluation in the management of athlete development.
GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING (BK) TEACHER COMMUNICATION PATTERNS WITH STUDENT VICTIMS OF BULLYING
Authors: Nua Salma P , Kede Adrian , Syaiful Muh
Published: June 2023

A communication pattern is a form or design of a relationship between two or more people sending and receiving messages related to the two components. Communication strategies are carried out by making the right design to change people's behavior. This study aimed to determine the communication pattern of BK teachers with students who were victims of Bullying at SMA Negeri 1 Kabila. This research was conducted at SMA Negeri 1 Kabila. The method used in the study is the qualitative research method. The data analysis methodology uses Miles and Huberman's data analysis methodology, which consists of the data collection stage, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion/evaluation drawing stage. As a result, it was found that the communication pattern between BK teachers and students who were victims of Bullying was a one-way communication pattern where only BK teachers and BK teachers spoke. Students actively communicate their messages. A two-way communication pattern that involves the BK teacher as a listener, notes, and responses from students and many stakeholders: BK teachers, class teachers, parents, and student friends Involves multi-way communication patterns and interactions in the communication process.
PEMBINAAN KARANG TARUNA DALAM MENYUKSESKAN LIFESTYLE TOURISM WITHOUT TOBACCO DI KABUPATEN ENREKANG MELALUI ENGLISH FOR TOURISM DAN SPORT TOURISM
Authors: Nasriandi Nasriandi , Riswanto Andi Heri , Jusriati Jusriati , Sari Puspa , Mail Mira , Ahmad Ahmad , Salahuddin Muhammad , Hakim Nurwahidn
Published: June 2023

Pemerintah Kabupaten Enrekang dalam upaya melestarikan kearifan lokal “Kawasan Desa tanpa Asap Rokok”, kemudian menjadikan Desa Bone-Bone sebagai Program Desa Wisata Lifestyle Tourism Without Tobacco. Untuk menyukseskan program tersebut, tentunya sangat ditentukan oleh sumberdaya yang massif salah-satunya upaya pro-aktif dari Generasi Muda Desa. Berdasarkan hal tersebut maka Tim Pengabdi bermitra dengan Karang Taruna Desa Bone-bone menjalankan kegiatan “Pembinaan Karang Taruna dalam menyukseskan Lifestyle Tourism Without Tobacco di Kabupaten Enrekang melalui English for tourism dan Sport Tourism. Metode yang digunakan dalam pengabdian ini yaitu menggabungkan konsep Capasity Building (CB), eko-efesiensi (eco-development), dan Center for Environment and Society. Hasil pengabdian; (1) 50% Pengurus (Karang Taruna) Mitra memiliki kemampuan dasar English for tourism. (2) 30% Pengurus (Karang Taruna) Mitra memiliki kemampuan dasar pengelolaan Sport Tourism. (3) Kedua indikator tersebut diprediksi dapat mensukseskan Program Desa Wisata Lifestyle Tourism Without Tobacco Desa Bone-Bone, berupa peningkatan jumlah kunjungan atau wisatawan dengan target capaian 50% kenaikan dari tahun sebelumnya. (4) Suksesnya Program Desa Wisata “Lifestyle Tourism Without Tobacco” dapat menjadi kampanye penurunan prevalensi konsumsi tembakau, sehingga menurunkan angka kemiskinan dan stunting serta konsekuensi ekonomi dari penyakit dan cedera akibat merokok
A Study Of The Functions Of Ministry And Laity With Special Reference To The East Caribbean Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Joseph Samuel
Published: June 2023

(No Abstract Available)
Bible Study Groups As A Means Of Christian Nurture In The Brazilian Culture
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Silva Horne
Published: June 2023

It is the purpose of this report to present the findings of the author's study with respect to possible adaptations of certain principles and procedures of group Bible study to Brazilian Seventh- day Adventist Church members as a means of Christian nurture. (No Abstract)
Church Retreat--Advance Toward Spiritual Renewal
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Kroncke John
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the true concept of church retreat. This included the theological and historical background of retreat, and its purpose and nature. The study explored the variety of uses, the structure, planning and leadership of retreat. A brief report of the Pioneer Memorial Church Campus Concern retreats and Family Life Education retreats was necessary for perspective; however, the thrust of the study was of the Pioneer Memorial Church Pilot Program of experimental retreats. The paper attempted to evaluate the overall responses to a survey questionnaire administered to Pioneer Memorial Church members who had experienced retreat. The researcher believed that the major objectives of retreat were (1) to establish deeper relationship with God; (2) to gain a fuller understanding of self; and (3) to find fulfillment in reaching out to fellowship with others. Thus, questions of the survey sought to probe those areas in the understanding and experience of the retreatants. Recommendations and conclusions were made and an appendix of suggested sample materials and programs for retreat use were included.
The Euro-American Seventh-day Adventist Church: Its Foundation And Future, With Special Focus On Six Such Congregations In New York City
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Maletin Ned
Published: June 2023

Task of the Project The task of this project was to prepare a report on the present condition of the Euro-American Seventh-day Adventist church focusing on six such congregations in the Greater New York Conference. By studying their historical, cultural, and environmental background, the writer sought to determine whether the existence of such congregations, as separate units within the Seventh-day Adventist organization, was justified. And, on the basis of that investigation, to submit his recommendation in favor of their separate ethnic outreach among the groups they represent, or to recommend that they be incorporated with the English-speaking congregations of the above-mentioned conference. Description of the Project The writer saw this project as an investigation of the consciousness of the Euro-American church as a part of the whole denominational body. He endeavored to find out how that organizational unit functions within the body of Christ and how it contributes to its wholeness. This investigation was carried out mostly in the city of New York since all six Euro-American churches of the Greater New York Conference are located there.
A Lay Mobilization Program for the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Zimbabwe
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Machamire Cuthbert
Published: June 2023

Problem The church in Zimbabwe involves lay people in ministry, but the proportion of people involved is small compared to the total membership of the church. Further, while the church believes in the biblical teaching on spiritual gifts, this concept is not given enough emphasis in enlisting members for ministry. This results in some members experiencing frustration as they serve in ministries for which they are not gifted. Others stay uninvolved either because they are not personally invited to take part, or because they do not find a ministry in the church that matches their gifts. Method In this dissertation, I set out to understand the teaching of Scripture regarding spiritual gifts in ministry. I consulted the Bible, Bible commentaries, periodicals, books, and web resources to gain an understanding of scriptural teaching and the views of other writers. I conducted several interviews with church leaders in Zimbabwe. I also conducted a survey among Zimbabweans living in the United States of America to establish their views and experience about lay ministry in Zimbabwe. A similar survey was sent to Zimbabwe but results were not easy to get given the prevailing economic situation that made movement too costly and impractical. Results This research strengthened my conviction that God expects all believers to participate in ministry in the context of their spiritual gifts. I was impressed with the emphasis placed on evangelism in Zimbabwe, but was concerned that the church appears to focus more on implementing programs and achieving goals than in ensuring that each member is having a role to play in ministry. Conclusions There is need to educate both leadership and the church at large in Zimbabwe concerning God’s call to every member and the enabling gifts that come along with this call. It is my conviction that if the church in Zimbabwe can educate members about their spiritual gifts and aim to involve all members in ministry, God’s work will prosper much more than is presently the case.
Intelligent Blood Glucose Control in Diabetic Patients by Designing and Simulating an Artificial Pancreas With a Predictive Sliding Mode Control Method
Authors:   Department of Electrical Engineering, Gonabad Branch, Islamic Azad University of Gonabad, Gonabad, Iran., Alikhani Gholamreza , Balochian Saeed ,   Department of Electrical Engineering, Gonabad Branch, Islamic Azad University of Gonabad, Gonabad, Iran., Khajavi Abdoljavad ,   Department of Community Medicine, School of Medicine, Gonabad University of Medical Sciences, Gonabad, Iran., Ziaee Maliheh ,   Department of Community Medicine, School of Medicine, Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Gonabad University of Medical Sciences, Gonabad, Iran
Published: June 2023

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a common chronic disease with various complications. About 10% of the world’s population suffers from this disease. For smart control of the blood glucose in DM patients, an artificial pancreas was designed and simulated by a predictive sliding mode controller considering the time delay of insulin effect. Methods: In this method, one of the time-delay glucose-insulin models was first selected. Then, using the predictive sliding mode control model, the stability of the blood glucose and insulin concentration was considered as the target. The performance and efficiency of the design were then verified by simulating the parameters of the proposed model in MATLAB software. Results: Using the proposed method, despite considering a 25-minute delay from insulin injection to its effect, the glucose and insulin concentrations reached stability in 60 and 50 minutes, respectively. Conclusion: The results of this study indicate that the combined controller of the predictive sliding mode model control can control blood glucose more effectively than previous controllers and therefore can help reduce disease complications, improve patients’ quality of life, and reduce costs and individual and health systems.
Beneficial Effects of Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy on Resilience and Psychological Distress in Patients Recovered From COVID-19
Authors:   Department of Psychology, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran., Malekpour Golsefidi Zahra , Keshavarzi Arshadi Farnaz ,   Department of Psychology, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran., Emamipour Suzan ,   Department of Psychology, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
Published: June 2023

Background: The medium and long-term problems of COVID-19 survivors after hospital discharge are currently unknown, but new evidence is emerging. This study was conducted with the aim of the effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) on resilience and psychological distress of recovered patients from COVID-19 in Tehran City, Iran, in 2021. Methods: The study was a quasi-experimental type of pre-test-post-test design with a control group with a 2-month follow-up. The statistical population included all patients 25-55 years in Tehran City in 2021 with 4 to 8 weeks of discharge. The sample included 30 people who recovered from COVID-19 who had symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress (based on [depression, anxiety and stress scale] DASS-21 scores) and was selected by purposive sampling and based on the inclusion criteria, and then matching assigned to an experimental (MBCT) and a control group (n=15each). The experimental group received 8 sessions of 60 minutes of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (individual and online) but the control group received no intervention. The research tools were the DASS-21 and Connor-Davidson resilience scale (CD-RISC). Data were analyzed using a mixed analysis test and Ben Foroni post hoc test using SPSS version 23 software. Results: The results showed that MBCT in the post-test positively affected the resilience (F=30.31, P=0.001) and negatively affected the psychological distress (F=120.70, P=0.001) of those who Recovered from COVID-19. This therapeutic effect continued until the follow-up phase. According to the results, MBCT is effective in increasing resilience and reducing psychological distress and a significant difference is observed between the experimental and control groups (P=0.01). Conclusion: Based on the findings, MBCT is effective in increasing resilience and reducing psychological distress after illness and the use of this model can be useful in the psychological rehabilitation of those who have recovered from COVID-19.
The Relationship Between Social Maturity and Sexual Satisfaction, Subjective Well-being, and Controlling Behaviors in Couples: Emphasizing the Mediating Role of Marital Commitment
Authors:   Department of Psychology, Tonekabon Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tonekabon, Iran., Askari Novin Hajar , Vatankhah Hamidreza ,   Department of Psychology, West Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran., Khalatbari Javad ,   Department of Psychology, Tonekabon Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tonekabon, Iran.
Published: June 2023

Background: Subjective well-being and life satisfaction can help individuals achieve more success in their lives and enjoy better supportive social relationships and higher levels of physical and mental health. The present study aimed to determine the relationship of social maturity with sexual satisfaction, subjective well-being, and controlling behaviors through the mediating role of marital commitment in couples. Methods: The statistical population in this correlational cross-sectional study included all couples in Tehran City, Iran, in 2019, of which 370 people were selected as the sample using a multi-stage cluster sampling method. The research tools included Rao’s social maturity scale (RSMS), the Golombok-Rust inventory of sexual satisfaction (GRISS), the subjective well-being scale (SWS), the controlling behaviors scale (CBS), and the dimensions of commitment inventory (DCI). The obtained data were statistically analyzed by employing structural equation modeling (SEM) in SPSS software, version 23 and LISREL version 8.8. Results: The results showed a positive relationship between sexual satisfaction and social maturity as well as between subjective well-being and social maturity, both mediated by marital commitment (P<0.001). However, a negative relationship was observed between controlling behaviors and social maturity, mediated by marital commitment (P<0.001). Conclusion: Based on the results of the present study, the proposed model had a good fit. Therefore, considering the findings of this study helps researchers and therapists design more appropriate therapies.
Knowledge, Anxiety, and Fear of the Unknown Among Pregnant Women During COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors:   Social Determinants of Health Research Center, School of Nursing, Gonabad University of Medical Sciences, Gonabad, Iran., Khosravan Shahla , Mohammadzadeh Fatemeh ,   Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics, Social Development & Health Promotion Research Center, School of Health, Gonabad University of Medical Sciences, Gonabad, Iran., Hassannia Elham ,   Clinical Research Development Unit, Bohlool Hospital, Gonabad University of Medical Sciences, Gonabad, Iran., Mansoorian Mozhgan ,   Clinical Research Development Unit, Bohlool Hospital, Gonabad University of Medical Sciences, Gonabad, Iran., Zamani Zohreh ,   Social Determinants of Health Research Center, School of Nursing, Gonabad University of Medical Sciences, Gonabad, Iran., Bahri Narjes ,   Department of Midwifery, Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Gonabad University of Medical Science, Gonabad, Iran.
Published: June 2023

Background: This study aimed to determine pregnant women’s knowledge about COVID-19 and their anxiety and fear of the unknown. Methods: This online cross-sectional study was conducted in March and April 2020 on Iranian pregnant women visiting comprehensive healthcare centers affiliated with the Gonabad University of Medical Sciences. Participants were selected using a stratified random sampling strategy among pregnant women who agreed to participate, had a Telegram or WhatsApp account or phone number, and had no history of pregnancy complications. A demographic questionnaire, Spielberger’s state-trait anxiety inventory, fearing the unknown questionnaire, and an uncertainty scale was used to collect data. Data were analyzed using simple and multiple linear regression models using SPSS software, version 16. Results: A total of 190 pregnant women were included in the analysis. The Mean±SD for knowledge of COVID-19 was 8.82±1.72. The knowledge of 71.1% of participants was moderate. The Mean±SD for fearing the unknown was 36.2±9.1. The Mean±SD for the state anxiety about COVID-19 incidence in pregnant women was 47.6±10.2. The results showed that 65.3% of the participants had a moderate level of anxiety. Multiple regression analysis showed an increase of 0.16 (P=0.029) in the fearing the unknown score for each week of increase in the gestational age. Similarly, the anxiety increased by 0.56 (P<0.001) for each unit of increase in fearing the unknown. Moreover, the results showed that the anxiety of people using Telegram or WhatsApp was 3.44 units more than others (P<0.018) Conclusion: The findings showed that the pregnant women’s knowledge was moderate at the time of research. However, with increasing gestational age, fear of the unknown, and sources of knowledge were associated with anxiety. This points to the essentiality of increasing supportive programs and it is required to screen pregnant women to prevent the adverse effects of anxiety.
Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Capaian Pembelajaran Daring pada Mahasiswa Keperawatan
Authors: Hariawan Hamdan , Kaluku Suratno
Published: June 2023

The online learning process for nursing students during the Covid-19 pandemic provides a lot of room for educational actors to innovate. This online learning innovation is still considered good being implemented by educational actors even though the pandemic has been declared over. The purpose of this study was to determine the factors that influence the learning achievement of nursing students. This research was a descriptive analysis research with a cross sectional approach. Respondents in this study were 88 nursing students from the Maluku Health Polytechnic. The independent variables are the characteristics of the respondents which consist of gender, age, residential area, and last type of education. While the dependent variable is student learning outcomes. The results of this study show that gender, age, and the last type of education do not affect the results of online learning outcomes. Only residential area had an influence on online learning outcomes (p <0.05). The educational background in remote, border and island areas was usually known for various complex problems, one of which is the lack of facilities and infrastructure. The ability of nursing students to operate online learning media through devices is also inseparable from the learning outcomes.
Política Nacional de Plantas Medicinais e Fitoterápicos Revisitada
Authors: Villas Bôas Glauco de Kruse , Santos Jefferson Pereira Caldas dos , Rezende Mayara de Azeredo
Published: June 2023

On May 29, 30 and 31, 2023, RedesFito held the Politics Webinar
National Institute of Medicinal and Phytotherapeutic Plants revisited which aimed to
review the PNPMF after seventeen years of its implementation, its advances, setbacks and
main products, proposing new perspectives for its real implantation, from
the contribution of the various ministries involved with the PNPMF and its Program,
in addition to the participation of representatives of scientific institutions, as well as the
Civil society.