bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) Treatment for Prostate Cancer
Authors: Türkay Rüştü
Published: August 2024

High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) represents an emerging minimally invasive treatment modality for prostate cancer. This technology employs focused ultrasound waves to ablate prostate tissue, offering a precise and targeted strategy for the management of localized prostate cancer. The present paper aims to deliver a comprehensive review of HIFU, encompassing its technology, advantages, risks, patient selection criteria, and post-treatment monitoring.
An in-depth analysis of the relative strengths and weaknesses of students in Ireland in mathematics and science in TIMSS 2019
Authors:   Educational Research Centre, McHugh Grainne , Clerkin Aidan , Perkins Rachel , Cunningham Rachel
Published: August 2024

This report draws on the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) 2019 data to explore the areas in mathematics and science where students in Ireland perform particularly strongly and areas where they do less well. It is aimed at informing the work of teachers, school leaders, teacher educators, and curriculum developers in Ireland. It describes, in detail, the performance of Fourth Class (primary) and Second Year (post-primary) students on a range of mathematics and science topics and on specific test items which are shown as presented to students in the test. Students’ performance is discussed with reference to relevant aspects of the Irish curricula for mathematics and science, and to international comparisons of student performance. The findings presented here build on previous findings from TIMSS 2019 in Ireland by providing a detailed examination of Fourth Class and Second Year students’ performance on the TIMSS content domains and, for the first time in detail, on their constituent subdomains and topic areas.
Decentralization of Household Wastewater Streams: Challenges and Perspectives
Authors: Giwa Halima Nihinlolawa , Giwa Habib Oluwasegun , Alepu Sunday Odey , Zelong Wang , Giwa Abdulmoseen Segun
Published: August 2024

Decentralized household wastewater treatment systems are gaining increasing attention as a sustainable alternative to centralized systems for managing household wastewater streams which includes the grey, black and storm water, particularly in developing countries and rural areas. Decentralized household wastewater treatment systems offer several advantages, including reduced infrastructure costs, lower environmental impact, improved local water quality, and increased adaptability to site-specific conditions. However, the widespread adoption and long-term sustainability of household wastewater treatment systems face various challenges. This review paper examines the key challenges and perspectives in the household wastewater streams. The main challenges identified include lack of awareness and education among stakeholders, institutional and regulatory barriers, financial constraints, limited technology options, and socio-cultural acceptance. The review also explores the perspectives for overcoming these challenges, such as enhancing education and awareness programs, developing standardized designs and guidelines, establishing sustainable financing mechanisms, and promoting sustainable and circular solutions, and appropriate technology development. By addressing these challenges and leveraging the opportunities, Decentralized household wastewater treatment systems can play a crucial role in improving sanitation, reducing environmental degradation, and supporting sustainable water management in diverse settings.
ONLINE-BASED FISH SALE SYSTEM (E-COMMERCE) ON VARIOUS JAYAPURA FISH IN JAYAPURA DISTRICT
Authors: Bariyyah Sitti Khairul , Prasetianingrum Septyana , Noy Ismail , Sil Valen Fitri , Ernawati Ernawati
Published: August 2024

Aneka Ikan Jayapura or another name UPR Yosua is a People's Breeding Unit engaged in the sale of fishery products. This study aims to determine the variety of online fish sales (E-Commerce) at Aneka Ikan Jayapura. The research method uses descriptive qualitative. As for data collection techniques using observation methods, direct interviews with the owner of Aneka Ikan Jayapura, and literature studies. The results of the study have shown that the sales system at Aneka Ikan Jayapura consists of sales system inputs and sales outputs. The implementation of the e-commerce system uses the Moka GoStore application with the main page display, shopping cart, and payment methods.
SISTEM INFORMASI CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT PADA TOKO NAHL BORDIR
Authors: Dwi Saputro Agung , Tonggiroh Mursalim , Widiyantoro M. Riandi , Weu Wirda
Published: August 2024

Nahl Bordir merupakan salah satu Toko pakaian di Kota Jayapura, Toko Nahl Bordir mempunyai beragam produksi seperti pembuatan kaos, kameja, seragam, jaket training dan lain-lain. Permasalahan yang terjadi yaitu pihak toko sulit memberi informasi terkait produk kepada pelanggan. Pada saat ini kondisi penggunaan sistem pemasaran pada took Nahl Bordir masih menggunakan sistem konvensional, selain itu palanggan harus menunggu lama untuk proses pemesanan, pelanggan harus datang ke toko jika ingin mengetahui promo-promo. Oleh karena itu perlu adanya sistem informasi pelayanan pelanggan berbasis Customer Relationship Management (CRM) yang dapat mengelola data Toko Nahl Bordir  dan memberikan pelayanan yang optimal kepada pelanggan. Penelitian ini menghasilkan sistem informasi untuk mengelola data pelanggan, data produk dan mengirim informasi via email
PENGARUH FEAR OF MISSING OUT, KUALITAS PRODUK, DAN HALAL AWARENESS TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN PRODUK KOSMETIK PADA MAHASISWI UIN SUNAN AMPEL SURABAYA
Authors: Rohman Nadila Lazulfa , Lating Ade Irma Suryani
Published: August 2024

Memiliki penampilan menarik merupakan hal yang diutamakan oleh orang-orang, terutama bagi wanita yang memperhatikan kecantikan dan juga identik dengan kecantikan. Berkembangnya teknologi, media sosial, dan platform digital juga mengakibatkan bertambahnya berbagai macam jenis dan merek pada produk kosmetik yang mengakibatkan rasa keinginan konsumen terhadap produk kosmetik semakin tinggi. Dengan berkembangnya teknologi diharapkan bagi industri kosmetik untuk meningkatkan kualitas produk dan adanya kesadaran halal mengingat bahwa indonesia tergolong penggunaan kosmetik halal terbesar di dunia agar dapat bersaing dalam dunia bisnis untuk mempengaruhi keputusan pembelian.
Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk membuktikan pengaruh fear of missing out, kualitas produk halal awareness terhadap keputusan pembelian kosmetik pada mahasiswi UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dalam penelitian ini melalui kuisioner yang disebarkan secara online kepada mahasiswi UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya. Jumlah sampel pada penelitian ini adalah 67 responden yang diperoleh melalui metode purposive sampling.
Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh bahwa fear of missing out tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian produk kosmetik pada mahasiswi UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya karena faktor budget dan cenderung membeli sesuai kebutuhan. Sedangkan kualitas produk dan halal awareness berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian kosmetik pada mahasiswi UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya karena semakin baik kualitas produk dan halal awareness maka semakin tinggi keputusan pembelian.
Introduction: Celebrating Emerging Scholars in Multicultural Education
Authors: Scott Lakia , Bunn Taylor
Published: August 2024

The Texas Journal for Multicultural Education addresses the vital need for a dedicated platform to discuss and research issues in multicultural education, especially within the context of Texas. This inaugural issue emphasizes the significance of informed dialogue and research amid recent legislative actions like Texas House Bill 3979 and Senate Bill 17, which challenge inclusive educational practices. Highlighting the transformative role of multicultural education, this journal showcases contributions from emerging scholars who offer fresh perspectives on equity and inclusion. The issue also features presentations from the 2024 Texas NAME conference, underscoring cutting-edge research that shapes the field. By amplifying diverse voices and fostering critical thinking, the journal aims to advance equitable educational opportunities and promote a deeper understanding of multicultural education's impact.
Uso de fibrina rica em plaquetas na periodontia: avanços e aplicações para regeneração tecidual
Authors: Souto Leandro Henrique da Silva Neiva , Santos Allan Israel Fortaleza , Silva Daniel Gomes da , Rocha Manuela Luanny Ventura , Jesus André Luís Costa Santos de , Santana João Victor Atayde de , Trapiá Cristiany Sá , Brito Evelle da Costa Duarte , Arakaki Ana Alice de Oliveira , Arakaki Rodrigo de Oliveira , Pugliesi Lucas Thadeu Souza , Souza Maria Madalena Rodrigues de , Barros Wagner da Silva
Published: August 2024

A Fibrina Rica em Plaquetas (PRF) é um biomaterial autógeno derivado do sangue, usado por suas propriedades regenerativas para promover a cicatrização de tecidos. Na odontologia, o PRF melhora a regeneração óssea e tecidual em procedimentos cirúrgicos, como o tratamento de defeitos ósseos e recessões gengivais. Estudos recentes indicam que a utilização do PRF junto com tratamentos convencionais de periodontia, como raspagem e alisamento radicular, potencializa a regeneração tecidual. Integrar PRF nos tratamentos periodontais pode melhorar significativamente os resultados clínicos e a qualidade de vida dos pacientes. Avaliar a eficácia do Fibrina Rica em Plaquetas (PRF) no tratamento periodontal, na regeneração de tecidos periodontais e na cobertura radicular. Revisão da literatura, incluiu como critérios de busca na base de dados PubMed para identificar estudos relevantes sobre o uso de PRF no tratamento periodontal. A busca foi limitada a artigos publicados em inglês entre 2023 e 2024. Os critérios de inclusão foram: estudos que investigaram o uso da PRF no tratamento periodontal, publicações em inglês, artigos disponíveis gratuitamente e estudos publicados entre 2023 e 2024. Apresenta os resultados dos estudos revisados, destacando pesquisas que comparam PRF com técnicas convencionais, como enxerto de tecido conjuntivo, para cobertura radicular e tratamento de recessões gengivais. São discutidos os achados de diferentes estudos que evidenciam a eficácia do PRF na regeneração tecidual e seus benefícios potenciais sobre métodos tradicionais. O uso de PRF representa uma contribuição significativa para a prática clínica na periodontia, oferecendo uma abordagem para o manejo das doenças periodontais.
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Pelayanan Prima di SMK Muhammadiyah 3 Makassar
Authors: Arhas Sitti Hardiyanti , Rahayu Asni , Jamaluddin Jamaluddin , Isgunandar Isgunandar
Published: August 2024

Penggunaan alat atau media pembelajaran, serta keahlian guru dalam mengaplikasikan media, dapat membantu mengatasi kesulitan peserta didik dalam memahami konsep dan prinsip tertentu. Salah satu media yang menarik perhatian siswa adalah media jenis video. Video adalah media elektronik yang menggabungkan teknologi audio dan visual untuk menciptakan tayangan yang dinamis dan menarik. video pembelajaran memungkinkan guru untuk mengoptimalkan waktu kelas dengan menyampaikan materi secara efisien, menghindari pemborosan waktu untuk menjelaskan konsep-konsep dasar yang dapat disampaikan melalui video. Media yang dikembangkan berupa media video, yang terkait dengan pelayanan prima. Hasil pengabdian menunjukkan bahwa baik siswa dan guru senang dengan media yang dikembangkan karena menarik dan atraktif.
Effectiveness of Utilization of Facilities and Infrastructure in the Education and Culture Office of Soppeng Regency
Authors: Darwis Muh. , Alfiah Nur , Jamaluddin
Published: August 2024

Utilization of facilities and infrastructure is one indicator to measure the level of good or bad services provided by an institution. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the use of facilities and infrastructure in the Education and Culture Office of Soppeng Regency. Research is qualitative, therefore, to achieve a research objective, data collection techniques are used, namely observation, interviews, and observation. The informants of this research were 5 employees of the Soppeng Regency Education and Culture Office. Based on the results of the study, it shows that the effectiveness of the use of facilities and infrastructure in the Soppeng Soppeng Regency Education and Culture Office can be seen from the indicators of efficiency, flexibility, satisfaction, and development have been "effective". It can be seen from the dimension of efficiency, namely the availability of adequate facilities and infrastructure as well as the use of facilities and infrastructure that reduce waste of time, energy, efficiency and achieve optimal efficiency has been carried out properly so that employees can carry out their duties and responsibilities to achieve goals. From the dimension of flexibility of facilities and infrastructure, it can be seen from the availability and use of facilities and infrastructure that are flexible enough to make it easier for employees to do various types of work to provide benefits for employees in increasing work effectiveness and supporting office work. From the satisfaction dimension, namely the feeling of pleasure felt by employees after using good facilities and infrastructure to obtain satisfactory work results to increase employee performance and morale in office activities. From the development dimension, the implementation of the development of office facilities and infrastructure used by employees’ functions well and is used properly. The development of office facilities and infrastructure is carried out by the procurement of facilities and infrastructure in collaboration with planning and finance for the development of more adequate facilities and infrastructure.
Edukasi dan Pelatihan Mitigasi Bencana Untuk Masyarakat Daerah Rawan Banjir
Authors: Awaluddin M. , Santos Hezron Alhim Dos , Rahman Sugirah , Santos Maria Herlinda Dos , Asdar Muhammad
Published: August 2024

Banjir merupakan bencana alam yang sering terjadi di Indonesia dan memiliki dampak sosial-ekonomi signifikan, terutama di daerah rawan. Kecamatan Cenrana, Kabupaten Bone, adalah salah satu wilayah yang sangat rentan terhadap banjir akibat topografi yang dekat dengan sungai serta laut dan sistem drainase yang tidak memadai. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kesiapsiagaan dan mengurangi risiko bencana banjir melalui program mitigasi bencana yang terintegrasi. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah dengan Penyuluhan dan sosialisasi melalui Forum Group Discussion (FGD) dan penyebaran peta risiko banjir telah meningkatkan pemahaman masyarakat mengenai tanda-tanda awal banjir dan langkah-langkah preventif. Pelatihan kesiapsiagaan, termasuk evakuasi dan simulasi bencana, berhasil meningkatkan kemampuan masyarakat dalam merespons situasi darurat. Pembentukan kelompok siaga bencana telah memperkuat kapasitas komunitas dalam penanganan bencana. Kolaborasi dengan Badan Penanggulangan Bencana Daerah (BPBD) dan lembaga pendidikan telah memperkuat efektivitas program mitigasi. Kampanye kesadaran publik melalui media sosial dan program sekolah berhasil menyebarluaskan informasi penting dan meningkatkan kesadaran di kalangan masyarakat.
Hasil dari program ini menunjukkan peningkatan kesiapsiagaan, penguatan kapasitas komunitas, dan kesadaran yang lebih baik tentang risiko banjir. Program mitigasi ini berhasil memperkuat ketahanan masyarakat Cenrana terhadap bencana banjir dan mengurangi dampak potensialnya. Keberhasilan ini menegaskan pentingnya koordinasi yang baik dan komitmen bersama dalam upaya mitigasi bencana.
PROTOCOLOS DE ATENDIMENTO NA HIPERTENSÃO ARTERIAL: UMA REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors: Arêas Jean Mariz , Ferrer Samir Habib Jarrouge , Castro Jamille Lessa , Jahn Mariana Lais da Silva , Souza Lucas dos Santos de , MIRANDA LARISSA ABUSSAFI , Simon Mariana Saloum , Avelar Ramon Machado , Jucá Thaís Souto Guedes , Oliveira Gustavo Bernardino de , Santos Júnior Renato Gonçalves dos , Angelini Vinicius Nilson , Silva Edson Albino Carvalho , Sousa Mayra Luana Fernandes , Andrade Amanda Balduino de , Mesquita Fabrícia da Silva , Almeida Andrey Sady de Sousa , Castro Bruno Bessa Macedo de , Melo Isabella Carolline Prado de
Published: August 2024

Introdução: A hipertensão arterial sistêmica (HAS) é um importante fator de risco para doenças cardiovasculares, o que exige uma abordagem multifacetada que inclui estratégias não farmacológicas e avanços em métodos de triagem como monitoramento residencial e ambulatorial. Além disso, disparidades de gênero na prevalência e manejo da HAS destacam a necessidade de intervenções de saúde pública mais personalizadas. Por sua vez, a HAS secundária, com causas identificáveis, requer triagem precoce e tratamento direcionado para prevenir complicações graves. Esta revisão visa orientar práticas clínicas e políticas de saúde pública para melhorar o controle global da hipertensão arterial. Objetivo: Avaliar de maneira abrangente e atualizada a eficácia dos protocolos de tratamento proposto para gerenciar a hipertensão arterial sistêmica. Métodos: Uma revisão sistemática de literatura foi realizada nas bases de dados Pubmed e Scopus, com um filtro de 6 anos e estudos de alta qualidade metodológica em língua inglesa. Resultados e discussão: Foram selecionados 7 artigos para compor essa pesquisa. O manejo dessa condição crônica requer uma abordagem terapêutica adaptada à gravidade do quadro clínico, ainda em debate quanto às metas ideais de pressão arterial e escolha de medicamentos. Além das estratégias não farmacológicas como controle de peso e dieta saudável, é crucial considerar as diferenças de gênero na fisiopatologia da hipertensão arterial sistêmica (HAS), o que enfatiza a necessidade de abordagens personalizadas. A telemedicina, por sua vez, apesar dos desafios infraestruturais e de aceitação, emerge como uma alternativa viável para o manejo contínuo da HAS, especialmente em contextos de crises sanitárias. Conclusão: Portanto, essa condição requer um manejo personalizado devido à variabilidade nas metas de pressão arterial e na escolha de medicamentos. Estratégias não farmacológicas são cruciais, mas a adesão é desafiadora. Compreender as diferenças de gênero na fisiopatologia da hipertensão destaca a necessidade de tratamentos adaptados bem como a telemedicina cria novas oportunidades promissoras.
Floristic Composition and Carbon Storage of Floor Vegetation in Community Forests of Ciamis Regency, West Jawa
Authors:   Graduate Program of Biology, Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada. Jl. Teknika Selatan, Sekip Utara, Sleman 55281, Yogyakarta, Indonesia 55281, Sumarna A , Hadisusanto S ,   Ecology and Conservation Laboratory, Universitas Gadjah Mada. Jl. Teknika Selatan, Sekip Utara, Sleman 55281, Yogyakarta, Indonesia 55281, Purnomo Purnomo ,   Laboratory of Genetics and Breeding, Universitas Gadjah Mada. Jl. Teknika Selatan, Sekip Utara, Sleman, Yogyakarta, Indonesia 55281
Published: August 2024

Agroforestry-integrated community forests foster greater plant diversity compared to conventional agriculture, potentially offering significant ecological and societal benefits. However, the specific contribution of diverse floor vegetation within these forests to carbon cycling remains understudied. This study addresses this knowledge gap by comprehensively analyzing the floristic composition and carbon storage potential of floor vegetation in tropical community forests. Using a stratified random sampling design with quadrats to ensure representative data collection across various locations in Ciamis Regency, West Java, Indonesia, we identified 296 plant species belonging to 89 families. Our analysis revealed that the understory vegetation exhibits moderate species diversity and stores carbon ranging from 0.107 to 0.238 Mg C ha⁻¹, with an average sequestration potential of 0.730 Mg C ha⁻¹. These findings suggest that community forests harbor diverse floor vegetation communities with significant carbon storage and sequestration potential, providing valuable insights for environmentally sustainable community forest management and contributing to broader efforts towards climate change mitigation.
Species richness and diversity in secondary lowland forest, Bintuni, Bird's Head Peninsula, West Papua, Indonesia.
Authors: Rumayomi N A A , Murdjoko A , Mulyadi A U M , Benu N M H
Published: August 2024

The tropical forest plays an important role in ecosystem services, yet anthropological activities have changed the ecological conditions. Thus, this research was designed to reveal the species richness and diversity in secondary forests, including lifeform alteration. The 50 perpendicular plots were placed in both forests, with 25 for each. The study revealed that the secondary forest represents a stage of ecological succession in which species richness and diversity decreased. Additionally, the composition of life forms in the secondary forest changed, with dominant herbs indicating a more dynamic vegetation due to shifting ecological conditions. Species classified as Threatened have disappeared due to human activities in the forest. However, the secondary forest has provided a habitat for certain species, including those with conservation status, such as Threatened or Extinct, to thrive and colonize. Approximately 15.7% of species exclusively thrive in secondary forests, including Antiaropsis uniflora C.C.Berg. Therefore, to promote sustainable forest management, this study suggests monitoring the species in secondary forests, particularly since the use of forests has traditionally been determined by local communities, including in restricted forest areas. Moreover, the local government could officially designate traditional forest use, thereby allowing restricted forests to be conserved as old-growth forests.
The novel role of Kallistatin in linking metabolic syndromes and cognitive memory deterioration by inducing amyloid-β plaques accumulation and tau protein hyperphosphorylation
Authors: Qi Weiwei , Long Yanlan , Li Ziming , Zhao Zhen , Shi Jinhui , Xie Wanting , Wang Laijian , Tan Yandan , Zhou Ti , Jiang Ping , Jiang Bin , Yang Xia , Gao Guoquan
Published: August 2024

Accumulation of amyloid β (Aβ) peptides and hyperphosphorylated tau proteins in the hippocampus triggers cognitive memory decline in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The incidence and mortality of sporadic AD were tightly associated with diabetes and hyperlipidemia, while the exact linked molecular is uncertain. Here, we reported that serum Kallistatin concentrations were meaningfully higher in AD patients, with a higher concentration of fasting blood glucose and triglyceride. In addition, the constructed Kallistatin-transgenic (KAL-TG) mice defined its cognitive memory impairment phenotype and lower LTP in hippocampal CA1 neurons accompanied by increased Aβ deposition and tau phosphorylation. Mechanistically, Kallistatin could directly bind to the Notch1 receptor and thereby upregulate BACE1 expression by inhibiting PPARγ signaling, resulting in Aβ cleavage and production. Besides, Kallistatin could promote the phosphorylation of tau by activating GSK-3β. Fenofibrate, a hypolipidemic drug, could alleviate cognitive memory impairment by down-regulating Aβ and tau phosphorylation of KAL-TG mice. Collectively, our data clarified a novel mechanism for Aβ accumulation and tau protein hyperphosphorylation regulation by Kallistatin, which might play a crucial role in linking metabolic syndromes and cognitive memory deterioration, and suggested that fenofibrate might have the potential for treating metabolism-related AD.
Enhancing rice yield prediction: a deep fusion model integrating ResNet50-LSTM with multi source data
Authors: Aslam Aqsa , Farhan Saima
Published: August 2024

Rice production is pivotal for ensuring global food security. In Pakistan, rice is not only the dominant Kharif crop but also a significant export commodity that significantly impacts the state’s economy. However, Pakistan faces challenges such as abrupt climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic, which affect rice production and underscore the need for predictive models for informed decisions aimed at improving productivity and ultimately the state’s economy. This article presents an innovative deep learning-based hybrid predictive model, ResNet50-LSTM, designed to forecast rice yields in the Gujranwala district, Pakistan, utilizing multi-modal data. The model incorporates MODIS satellite imagery capturing EVI, LAI, and FPAR indices along with meteorological and soil data. Google Earth Engine is used for the collection and preprocessing of satellite imagery, where the preprocessing steps involve data filtering, applying region geometry, interpolation, and aggregation. These preprocessing steps were applied manually on meteorological and soil data. Following feature extraction from the imagery data using ResNet50, the three LSTM model configurations are presented with distinct layer architectures. The findings of this study exhibit that the model configuration featuring two LSTM layers with interconnected cells outperforms other proposed configurations in terms of prediction performance. Analysis of various feature combinations reveals that the selected feature set (EVI, FPAR, climate, and soil variables) yields highly accurate results with an R2 = 0.9903, RMSE = 0.1854, MAPE = 0.62%, MAE = 0.1384, MRE = 0.0062, and Willmott’s index of agreement = 0.9536. Moreover, the combination of EVI and FPAR is identified as particularly effective. Our findings revealed the potential of our framework for globally estimating crop yields through the utilization of publicly available multi-source data.
Policies and opportunities for physical activity engagement in Austrian schools: a census survey
Authors: Unger Alexandra , Schwarzenlander Andrea , Wilke Jan
Published: August 2024

Background

Compelling evidence suggests that schools’ infrastructure and policy represent potential predictors of health and physical activity (PA) in children and adolescents. However, the translation of these findings into practice has not been examined. This study investigated the activity friendliness of Austrian schools.

Methods

Using a census sampling method, principals of Austrian schools (n = 342) were invited to participate in an online survey assessing 1) the availability of PA facilities (e.g. playgrounds, sports courts, swimming halls) and 2) applied PA policies (e.g. cooperation with sports clubs and involvement in PA projects).

Results

A total of 130 principals answered the survey which corresponds to a minimal response rate of 38%. While most schools (87.4%, n = 111) had a gymnastic hall, only one third (37%, n = 47) had access to a swimming hall. On average, the schools had 4.2 ± 2 PA facilities with significant variation between school types (i.e., high schools: 5 ± 2 vs. primary schools: 3.5 ± 2, p < 0.05). The most common facilities were meadow areas (89%, n = 113), sports fields (71.7%, n = 91), and playgrounds (64.6%, n = 82). Almost half of the schools were part of a PA project (e.g. “active break”, 45%, n = 56) and offered extracurricular PA programs and courses (54%, n = 67), but only one in five (22%, n = 27) regularly conducted fitness tests. PA policies varied between school types (p < 0.05) but almost all principals (94%, n = 117) would welcome a stronger promotion of activity friendliness at their school.

Conclusion

Schools are mostly activity-friendly regarding infrastructure although the limited possibilities for swimming lessons seem worrisome. PA promotion through projects, extracurricular PA offerings and fitness tests may be expanded.
Prokaryote communities along a source-to-estuary river continuum in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest
Authors: de Santana Carolina O. , Spealman Pieter , Oliveira Eddy , Gresham David , de Jesus Taise , Chinalia Fabio
Published: August 2024

The activities of microbiomes in river sediments play an important role in sustaining ecosystem functions by driving many biogeochemical cycles. However, river ecosystems are frequently affected by anthropogenic activities, which may lead to microbial biodiversity loss and/or changes in ecosystem functions and related services. While parts of the Atlantic Forest biome stretching along much of the eastern coast of South America are protected by governmental conservation efforts, an estimated 89% of these areas in Brazil are under threat. This adds urgency to the characterization of prokaryotic communities in this vast and highly diverse biome. Here, we present prokaryotic sediment communities in the tropical Juliana River system at three sites, an upstream site near the river source in the mountains (Source) to a site in the middle reaches (Valley) and an estuarine site near the urban center of Ituberá (Mangrove). The diversity and composition of the communities were compared at these sites, along with environmental conditions, the former by using qualitative and quantitative analyses of 16S rRNA gene amplicons. While the communities included distinct populations at each site, a suite of core taxa accounted for the majority of the populations at all sites. Prokaryote diversity was highest in the sediments of the Mangrove site and lowest at the Valley site. The highest number of genera exclusive to a given site was found at the Source site, followed by the Mangrove site, which contained some archaeal genera not present at the freshwater sites. Copper (Cu) concentrations were related to differences in communities among sites, but none of the other environmental factors we determined was found to have a significant influence. This may be partly due to an urban imprint on the Mangrove site by providing organic carbon and nutrients via domestic effluents.
An Unusual Presentation of Cementoossifying Fibroma in the Anterior Maxilla: A Case Report
Authors: Chavhan Ankita , Patil Swati , Hande Alka , Sonone Archana , Pakhale Aayushi
Published: August 2024

Cementifying Fibroma (CF) is a benign fibro-osseous lesion with sharply defined and well-confined edges. It is slow-growing and has a radiolucent peripheral component. It is mostly seen in the mandible in the 20-39 years age group with a female predilection. Hereby, the authors present a case report of a 60-year-old woman who had a painless growth in the upper front region of her jaw for two months and visited Outpatient Department (OPD). Extraoral examination revealed facial asymmetry due to swelling in the upper front region of the jaw. Intraoral examination showed round to oval swelling in the 11 and 21 regions. On radiographic examination, a round radiolucency in the 11 region was appreciated. After excision, the tissue was sent to the laboratory, and histopathologically the diagnosis was confirmed as peripheral CF. The patient was kept in a 12-month follow-up postoperatively, which reported no recurrence.
Citation Analysis of Marketing Research: Key Contributions and Future Directions
Authors: Gautam Vikash Chandra , Kandpal Arpita Sharma , Arya Nisha , Lal Sudhanand Prasad
Published: August 2024

Citation analysis measures the relative importance or impact of an author, article, or publication by counting the number of times other works have cited it. This research conducted a thorough examination within the marketing academic field, exploring the most cited articles and authors, the most published authors, publishing countries, universities, and the years with maximum contributions. The methodology involved selecting the top ten marketing journals based on the Scimago Journal and Country Rank (as of April 29, 2024). Data were collected from the Scopus database, encompassing 12,445 journal articles and 782,442 cited references. The results revealed Barry J. Babin as the most prolific author with 447 articles. The most cited article was "Uniting the Tribes: Using Text for Marketing Insight" with 772 citations. The United States led with 67,302 publications and 2,500,668 citations, while the University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School, had the highest number of publications at 235 articles. As of December 2019, Philip Kotler was identified as the most cited author in marketing, with 75,355 citations for his paper "Marketing Management: A South Asian Perspective" since 2009. This analysis provides valuable insights into the recent trends and future directions in the marketing field, highlighting significant contributions and influential works. However, the study's scope was limited to the top ten marketing journals from the SciMago list. Future research should consider a broader range of journals to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the marketing discipline.
Illusions of Prosperity: The Socio Economic Delusions in John Steinbeck’s The Pearl
Authors: Sarr Bineta
Published: August 2024

This article examines the extent to which the pursuit of unreal goals, terms here as “Illusions of Prosperity,” alienates individuals from reality, using John Steinbeck’s The Pearl (1945) as a case study. Focused on Kino, the protagonist, the narrative explores how his discovery of a large pearl sets off dreams of social elevation and economic freedom within a colonially dominated Mexican village. The analysis reveals that despite the pearl’s promise of erasing historical humiliations and bringing prosperity, it ultimately leads to Kino’s psychological and social alienation, reflecting a broader critique of the materialistic pursuit under colonial influence. This paper highlights how personal aspirations, when intertwined with colonial and capitalist ideologies, can lead to disillusionment and societal estrangement.
Global Warming in Interaction with Domestic and Foreign Investment: The Indian Case Study
Authors: Bhandari Vibha , Chowdhury Piyali Roy
Published: August 2024

Human actions have a substantial impact on the global environment. The depletion of the ozone layer due to the use of chlorofluorocarbons and the threat of global warming due to the accumulation of "greenhouse gases," carbon dioxide and methane that is released in agriculture, energy production, and transportation are few prominent illustrations of damages to the environment. The advent of these unprecedented repercussions of human activities on a global scale eventually directs to a complex economic policy in the world. Hence, the policies to promote economic growth, equity, trade, and technological change to have a significant impact on the global environmental scenario.
Purpose: In this respect, the current study concentrates on the financial activities by a country, specifically, India, in relation to the global warming. The major financial activities in a country are based on domestic as well as foreign investment. The source of the domestic financial investment activities, known as Domestic Investment (DI), considered here are investment in plant, machinery, and equipment purchase. While the source of foreign investment is specified as Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).
Methodology: The study applies Auto Regressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model to find the co-integration between the three variables. Further, the long run impact of domestic investment and short run impact of FDI on carbon dioxide emission are found to be present.
Finding: The study finds significant environmental impact of domestic and foreign investment in India.
Implication: Further, the study provides important policy implication by suggesting reducing the usage of carbon emission through fossil fuel to improve long run sustainable development in India.
Impact of Direct Health Facility Financing on Health Insurance Enrollment and Service Quality in Dodoma Region, Tanzania
Authors: Kihanga Angelina Privatus , Mhalu Grace , Fagbamigbe Adeniyi F. , Dillip Angel
Published: August 2024

The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and the Improved Community Health Fund (iCHF) are pre-payment schemes in Tanzania designed to achieve universal health coverage (UHC). Despite these efforts, public health facilities have historically struggled with poor-quality care. In response, the Direct Health Facility Financing (DHFF) mechanism was introduced in 2017, enabling health facilities to procure medicines and equipment directly from approved vendors when out-of-stock notifications are received from the Medical Store Department (MSD). This study evaluates the impact of DHFF on health insurance enrollment and service quality in the Dodoma Region. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach with an explanatory sequential design, a total of 35 respondents were involved in the proposed study, of which 30 were obtained from health insurance beneficiaries and 5 were from key informants. Results revealed increased health insurance enrollment for both NHIF and iCHF from 2018–2019 to 2019–2020, attributed to enhanced medicine availability, community education, and sensitization efforts. Beneficiaries reported significant improvements in health facilities, including better medicine availability, upgraded infrastructure, and improved attitudes from healthcare providers. Healthcare providers and authorities also noted improved service quality since DHFF's introduction. However, challenges remain, particularly with MSD's rigidity in notifying health facilities about out-of-stock items. Recommendations include enhancing the MSD's supply chain management to ensure timely notifications and deliveries. Future research should expand to multiple regions to account for cultural variations and additional factors influencing health insurance participation, enrollment, and service quality.
Trends and Awareness of Nutritional and Health Aspects of Dahi Consumption: A Consumer Analysis in Anand and Vidyanagar, Gujarat, India
Authors: Patel Meet , Gurjar M.D. , Kamani K.C. , Prajapati M.C. , Makwana A.K.
Published: August 2024

This study investigates the consumption patterns and consumer awareness of dahi in Anand and Vidyanagar cities. India, as a major dairy producer, relies heavily on fermented milk products like dahi, which plays a crucial role in the national diet and dairy industry. This research aims to analyze current trends in dahi consumption and assess awareness levels regarding its nutritional and health benefits. Through a survey of 100 respondents, the study reveals demographic characteristics, dahi consumption habits, and awareness levels regarding health benefit of dahi. The results show a high prevalence of dahi consumption (94%) with a preference for packed dahi (56%) and frequent consumption (49% consuming a few times a week, 36% daily). However, consumer awareness about nutritional content and health benefits of dahi was relatively low, with only 41% aware of its probiotic benefits and 33% aware of its potential role in weight management. The study employs descriptive statistics to analyze the data, finding that females predominantly make dahi purchase decisions (83%) and that joint families (60%) are more common among consumers. The findings underscore the need for increased consumer education on the nutritional and health benefits of dahi to enhance informed consumption choices. These insights can guide policymakers and industry stakeholders in designing effective educational campaigns and interventions to promote dahi consumption, ultimately supporting healthier dietary practices and boosting the dairy sector's growth.
Uzaktan Çalışma Modeli ile Örgütsel İletişim Doyumunun İlişkisi Üzerine Bir Araştırma
Authors: Gürcüoğlu Sinan , Duğan Özlem , Koç Barış
Published: August 2024

Örgütlerin çalışanlarla ne şekilde iletişim kurduğu örgüt ile ilgili algıların oluşmasında önemli rol oynamaktadır. Çalışanların örgütsel bağlılıklarının artması, örgütteki iletişim doyumunu ne düzeyde sağladıkları ile ilgili olmakla birlikte, çok çeşitli faktörlerin çalışanların örgütsel iletişim doyumunu etkilediği de bilinmektedir. Özellikle Covid-19 pandemi sürecinde uzaktan çalışma modelinin örgütlerde uygulanmasında artış yaşanmıştır. Pandemi dönemi düzeyinde olmasa da örgütlerde uzaktan çalışma modeli günümüzde de uygulanmaktadır. Özellikle eğitim örgütlerinde yoğun olarak uygulanan uzaktan çalışma modelinin örgütler için avantaj ve dezavantajları sıklıkla tartışılmaktadır. Bu çalışmada uzaktan çalışma modeli ile örgütsel iletişim doyumunun ilişkisi ortaya konulmaktadır. Çalışma kapsamında Millî Eğitim Bakanlığı’na bağlı resmi okullarda görev yapan öğretmenlere internet üzerinden bir anket uygulanmıştır. 290 öğretmenin katılımı ile gerçekleştirilen çalışma sonucunda elde edilen veriler, SPSS 23 programı ile analiz edilmiştir. Çalışmada, katılımcıların %56,9’unun uzaktan çalışma sırasında okul ile bağlarının azalmadığı, %86,9’unun normal çalışma düzenine göre çalışmayı engelleyici zorluklarla karşılaşmadıkları ve %63,5’inin ise iletişimle ilgili sorun yaşamadığı bulgulanmıştır. Katılımcıların uzaktan çalışma ile ilgili olarak; gerek normal çalışma düzenine göre sorunsuz iletişim kurabilmeleri, gerek okul ile bağlarının azalmaması ve gerekse karşılaştıkları zorlukların artmaması durumları ile iletişim doyumu düzeyleri arasında zayıf - orta kuvvette ve pozitif yönlü anlamlı ilişki bulunduğu anlaşılmıştır. Araştırmada erkeklerin kadınlara göre çeşitli boyutlarda ve ölçek ortalamasında iletişim doyumu düzeylerinin daha yüksek olduğu görülmüştür.
Full vector low‐temperature magnetic measurements of geologic materials
Authors: Feinberg Joshua M. , Solheid Peter A. , Swanson‐Hysell Nicholas L. , Jackson Mike J. , Bowles Julie A.
Published: January 2015

The magnetic properties of geologic materials offer insights into an enormous range of important geophysical phenomena ranging from inner core dynamics to paleoclimate. Often it is the low‐temperature behavior (<300 K) of magnetic minerals that provides the most useful and highest sensitivity information for a given problem. Conventional measurements of low‐temperature remanence are typically conducted on instruments that are limited to measuring one single‐axis component of the magnetization vector and are optimized for measurements in strong fields. These instrumental limitations have prevented fully optimized applications and have motivated the development of a low‐temperature probe that can be used for low‐temperature remanence measurements between 17 and 300 K along three orthogonal axes using a standard 2G Enterprises SQuID rock magnetometer. In this contribution, we describe the design and implementation of this instrument and present data from five case studies that demonstrate the probe's considerable potential for future research: a polycrystalline hematite sample, a polycrystalline hematite and magnetite mixture, a single crystal of magnetite, a single crystal of pyrrhotite, and samples of Umkondo Large Igneous Province diabase sills.
How ocean waves rock the Earth: Two mechanisms explain microseisms with periods 3 to 300 s
Authors: Ardhuin Fabrice , Gualtieri Lucia , Stutzmann Eléonore
Published: January 2015

Microseismic activity, recorded everywhere on Earth, is largely due to ocean waves. Recent progress has clearly identified sources of microseisms in the most energetic band, with periods from 3 to 10 s. In contrast, the generation of longer‐period microseisms has been strongly debated. Two mechanisms have been proposed to explain seismic wave generation: a primary mechanism, by which ocean waves propagating over bottom slopes generate seismic waves, and a secondary mechanism which relies on the nonlinear interaction of ocean waves. Here we show that the primary mechanism explains the average power, frequency distribution, and most of the variability in signals recorded by vertical seismometers, for seismic periods ranging from 13 to 300 s. The secondary mechanism only explains seismic motions with periods shorter than 13 s. Our results build on a quantitative numerical model that gives access to time‐varying maps of seismic noise sources.
Elliptical‐anisotropic eikonal phase velocity tomography
Authors: de Ridder S. A. L. , Biondi B. L. , Nichols D.
Published: January 2015

We formulated an anisotropic eikonal tomography approach for phase velocities based on a two‐dimensional elliptical‐anisotropic wave equation. We can fit the parameters of the ellipse directly from measured first‐order traveltime surface gradients and constrain these parameters to vary smoothly over space. The method is applied to Scholte waves in virtual seismic sources from stations in the Life of Field Seismic Ocean Bottom Cable array installed over the Ekofisk field. The fast directions of the azimuthally anisotropic Scholte wave velocities form a large circular pattern over the Ekofisk field. This pattern dominates the Scholte wave phase velocities at Ekofisk between 0.7 and 1.1 Hz. It results from the overburden stress state and from seafloor subsidence induced by decades of hydrocarbon extraction.
Deformation microstructures of glaucophane and lawsonite in experimentally deformed blueschists: Implications for intermediate‐depth intraplate earthquakes
Authors: Kim Daeyeong , Katayama Ikuo , Wallis Simon , Michibayashi Katsuyoshi , Miyake Akira , Seto Yusuke , Azuma Shintaro
Published: January 2015

A series of simple‐shear experiments on blueschist was performed at 400–500°C and 1–2.5 GPa to understand the deformation of seismically active, subducting oceanic crust. The experiments show that brittle microstructures are mainly found at pressures of 1–2 GPa, whereas ductile microstructures form at 2.5 GPa. J‐indices (a measure of fabric intensity) of glaucophane crystal preferred orientations change systematically with changing shear strain and confining pressure, and the angle between the slip plane and the shear direction of samples deformed at >2 GPa is similar to that of a strain ellipsoid. These results, together with the variable orientations of fine grains in a selected area electron diffraction image at 2 GPa, indicate that the brittle–ductile transition for glaucophane occurs at ~2 GPa. In contrast to this, lawsonite in the experiments show abundant fracturing in most specimens and a poor correlation between the J‐index, shear strain, and confining pressure. This demonstrates that lawsonite deformed by brittle failure under all experimental conditions. In the case of a starting material that has a strong fabric and deformed under dry experimental conditions, the brittle–ductile transition zone of glaucophane will be much shallower than 2 GPa. Therefore, our initial experimental results on the deformation behavior of blueschist indirectly support the dehydration embrittlement of subducting oceanic crust (glaucophane) as an important factor in the origin of intraplate earthquakes.
Salinity fronts in the tropical Pacific Ocean
Authors: Kao Hsun‐Ying , Lagerloef Gary S. E.
Published: January 2015

This study delineates the salinity fronts (SF) across the tropical Pacific, and describes their variability and regional dynamical significance using Aquarius satellite observations. From the monthly maps of the SF, we find that the SF in the tropical Pacific are (1) usually observed around the boundaries of the fresh pool under the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ), (2) stronger in boreal autumn than in other seasons, and (3) usually stronger in the eastern Pacific than in the western Pacific. The relationship between the SF and the precipitation and the surface velocity are also discussed. We further present detailed analysis of the SF in three key tropical Pacific regions. Extending zonally around the ITCZ, where the temperature is nearly homogeneous, we find the strong SF of 1.2 psu from 7° to 11°N to be the main contributor of the horizontal density difference of 0.8 kg/m3. In the eastern Pacific, we observe a southward extension of the SF in the boreal spring that could be driven by both precipitation and horizontal advection. In the western Pacific, the importance of these newly resolved SF associated with the western Pacific warm/fresh pool and El Niño southern oscillations are also discussed in the context of prior literature. The main conclusions of this study are that (a) Aquarius satellite salinity measurements reveal the heretofore unknown proliferation, structure, and variability of surface salinity fronts, and that (b) the fine‐scale structures of the SF in the tropical Pacific yield important new information on the regional air‐sea interaction and the upper ocean dynamics.