bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Student Level Achievement in Different Public University of Bangladesh: A Comparison Between Multilevel Models and Classical Regression Models
Authors: Mahmud Anis , Akter Mst. Bithi
Published: December 2022

In this study, the main purpose is to consider generalized linear modeling where the regression coefficients are also modeled. The models used here are where slopes and intercepts may vary by group or university. The study time of selected students is a dependent variable and the socio and demographic variables are independent variables. The statistical method of data analysis used for this study is the two-level multilevel modeling. In this analysis, we find the dependent variable is associated with time spends in reading academic books (TSRAB), time spends in reading nonacademic books (TSRNAB), and time spends in reading central library (TSRCL) at the 95% level of significance. Using R, we get three multilevel modeling names as the first model is null or empty model when the intercept is fixed, the second model with random intercepts and fixed slopes and the final or the third model with random intercepts and random slopes. Comparing three models, based on AIC and BIC statistics, we get the final model is preferable to the first two models. The results coefficient of determination (R-square) revealed that the multilevel model is better than the classical regression model.
EFFECTS OF ANTHRACYCLINES ON LEFT VENTRICULAR FUNCTION ON BREAST CANCER PATIENTS
Authors: Cuong Vo Van , Tri Bui Dang Minh
Published: December 2022

Objective: To investigate the effect of Anthracyclines on left ventricular function onbreast cancer patients at Thong Nhat Hospital. Objects and methods: A prospectivedescriptive study on 43 patients with breast cancer treated with Anthracyclines with4 to 6 cycles as determined by the clinical doctor at Thong Nhat Hospital. Results:Percentage of left ventricular ejection, total deformation of the vertical systolic stagedecreased significantly after treatment: EF before and after treatment were 60.23± 3.46 and 59.44 ± 3,67 (%), respectively; GLS before and after treatment were-20.01 ± 1.62 and -19.14 ± 1.82 (%), respectively. The incidence of cardiotoxicitywas 6.98%. The proportion of patients with subclinical left ventricular dysfunctionwas 23.26%. After treatment, the proportion of respectively. The proportion ofpatients with subclinical systolic dysfunction was higher in the decreased diastolicfunction group compared to the group with normal diastolic function. Patients withnormal diastolic function after treatment decreased, the proportion of patients withdiastolic dysfunction increased significantly, accounting for 41.86% and 58.14%No association was found between the type of anthracycline used, also diseasestage and the effect of anthracycline on left ventricular function. Conclusion: Leftventricular ejection fraction, total deformation of the vertical systolic stage reduced.The prevalence of cardiac toxicity and subclinical left ventricular dysfunction weremoderate. After treatment, the proportion of patients with normal diastolic functiondecreased, the diastolic dysfunction increased. There was no relationship between thetype of Anthracycline used, also the disease stage and the effect of Anthracycline onleft ventricular function.
ESTABLISHMENT OF MULTIPLEX PCR ASSAY FOR SIMULTANEOUS DETECTION OF SALMONELLA SPP., SHIGELLA SPP. AND ENTAMOEBA HISTOLYTICA
Authors: Thuy Le Thi , Men Chu Van , Anh Nguyen Thi Ngoc , Loan Tran Thi , Anh Luu Thuy , Trang Dao Thuy , Trang Hoang Thu , Tho Ho Huu
Published: December 2022

Objective: To establish a novel multiplex PCR assay for simultaneous detectionof foodborne pathogens, including Salmonella spp., Shigella spp., and Entamoebahistolytica, with high sensitivity, specificity, cost-effectiveness and time-saving.Method: Multiplex PCR, Semi-Nested PCR and melting analysis for specificallyamplifying and distinguishing three highly conserved target gene regions (invA,ipaH, 18S rRNA), in order to simultaneously detect Salmonella spp., Shigella spp.,Entamoeba histolytica in a single reaction tube. Specific pathogens are characterizedbased on the melting profiles of the PCR products collected on a realtime PCRinstrument following the second round of amplification.Results: The established multiplex PCR assay is capable of simultaneously detectingSalmonella spp., Shigella spp., and Entamoeba histolytica at a limit of detection of5.86 copies/µl, 24.4 copies/µl và 53.6 copies/µl, respectively (confidence interval of95%), the specificity reached 100% when evaluated with multiple microbial speciesprovided by the Department of Microbiology, 103 Military Hospital.Conclusion: The novel multiplex PCR assay for simultaneous detection of Salmonellaspp., Shigella spp., Entamoeba histolytica has been successfully established.
A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Practice on Newborn Care Among Postnatal Mothers at a Selected Hospital Golaghat District, Assam
Authors: Hazarika Malashree , Baishya Dhiramani
Published: December 2022

Neonatal period is a very crucial period of life. All newborns require care in this period to minimize the risk of illness and maximize their growth and development. The objective of the study was to assess the knowledge and practice on newborn care among postnatal mothers. A quantitative non-experimental approach with a descriptive research design was selected for the present study. The study was conducted among 50 postnatal mothers in maternity ward in VKNRL Hospital, Numaligarh, Golaghat, Assam. Data were collected by using self-structured questionnaire on newborn care. The study results revealed that majority i.e, 54% had moderate 26% had poor and 20% of the postnatal mothers had adequate knowledge regarding newborn care. Whereas, 54% of the postnatal mothers had moderate, 24% had adequate, and 22% had poor practice on newborn care. The mean value of knowledge on newborn care among postnatal mothers is 14.58 and SD is 2.12. The mean value of practice on newborn care among postnatal mothers is 7.38 and SD is 1.5. There was a significant association between knowledge on newborn care and selected demographic variables such as educational status, mode of delivery of postnatal mothers. There was a significant association between practice and educational status of the postnatal mothers. It can be concluded that participants had moderate knowledge and practice on newborn care.

Keywords: Newborn care, postnatal mothers, knowledge, practice.
Synthesis of some Novel Benzimidazole-Oxothiazolidine Derivatives as Anti-Tubercular agents: Conventional Vs Microwave Assisted Approach
Authors: Dubey Sonal , Bhardwaj Sakshi
Published: December 2022

N-(4-alkyl-4-oxo-1,3-thiazolidin-3-yl)-2-(5-nitro-1H-benzimidazole-1-yl)acetamide derivatives were designed and synthesis. Twelve novel derivatives were synthesized using conventional approach and Microwave-assisted synthesis. Herein we report the comparisonbetween the two approaches in terms of time, solvents used and yield. As evident from the results obtained the green chemistry approach for the synthesis is the more efficient way of synthesis in terms of time and yield. The synthesized compounds were subjected to anti tubercular Alamar Blue Assay. Some of them have shown promising activity.
COMPARATIVE EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF DIFFERENT METHODS FOR THE CARIES-DIAGNOSIS OF OCCLUSAL SURFACES OF THE FIRST PERMANENT MOLARS
Authors:   Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Medical University- Sofia, Bulgaria., Georgieva Nedana , Hristov Krasimir ,   Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Medical University- Sofia, Bulgaria., Grancharova Nataliya ,   Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Medical University- Sofia, Bulgaria.
Published: December 2022

Aim: Comparative evaluation of the diagnostics of the occlusal surface between light-induced fluorescence (SoproLife camera) and the accepted international system for the diagnosis of caries ICDAS II. Materials and methods: 150 first permanent molars were examined in 50 patients in the age group 6-9 years. The results from the studied occlusal surfaces by light fluorescence (SoproLife "day light" and "blue light" 405 nm) and direct visual observation (ICDAS II codes) were compared using a correlation coefficient. Results: A high identity is reported between the two diagnostic methods - correlation coefficient= 0.97 (using Spearman's rank correlation). Conclusion: SoproLife camera eliminates the risk of "overdiagnosis", it is a comparable and reliable method for the detection of initial occlusal carious lesions. Both methods show identical advantages in terms of their diagnostic effectiveness in initial occlusal carious lesions.
Chemical Stabilization of Bof Slag for Reuse in Railway Pavement: Physical-Chemical Characterization, Mechanical and Leaching Tests
Authors: Fernandes Daniel Pinto , Cosme Jéssika , Duarte José Leandro da Silva , Meili Lucas , Fernandes Gilberto
Published: December 2022

For each ton of steel produced, approximately 120 kg of steel slag are generated in the BOF (Basic Oxygen Furnace) process. In general, the recently produced steel aggregates have a volumetric expansion that leads the material to fragmentation and subsequent fines production. Such a
result of this expansion, the use of slag in paving must be done in terms of processes for the free lime treatment. The main objective of this work is to evaluate the chemical stabilization of the unstable oxides using of steel melting aggregate in the liquid phase with the coke refractory,
another residue within the steel manufacturing in integrated plants. XRD, EDS, X-ray fluorescence, SEM and textural analysis were performed to investigate the surface and the chemical constitution of the samples. The results obtained showed a significant reduction in the free lime content
from stabilized material by the proposed methodology, enabling its uses in railway pavement. In addition, it was possible to conclude that the method fitted the treated sample in the regulamentation standardized limits with no indication of harmful leaching to the environment.
Potential Evaluation of Putrescible Municipal Solid Wastes Bio-Augmentation Prospects for Manuring
Authors: Pandey Sandeep K. , Gupta Anid K. , Yunus M.
Published: December 2022

In this study, a comparative evaluation of bio-augmentation prospects for the management of Segregated Putrescible Municipal Solid Waste (SPMSW) has been carried out. Six parameters under three heads that are Degradability (TOC%, C: N ratio) Nutrient release efficacy
(TKN%, E. C. & TK%), and Change in Medium (pH) were examined and results were further analyzed. In comparison to Seeded Microbial Composting (SMC); the Secondary Decomposer Bio-augmentation (SDB) resulted in a greater rate of TOC% degradation, C: N ratio reduction, rise in availability
of TKN%, E. C., and TK%. The value observed at the final day of treatment had remarkable difference (0.05% level of significance). Due course of degradation it was observed that pH was reeling towards neutral range in SDB while to the acidic in SMC. In SDB, priming could be the reason of faster,
better, and time-efficient manuring than SMC, which is availed by Secondary decomposers that were boosting the decomposition process. In SDB priming could be the reason which has been availed by secondary decomposers that were boosting the decomposition process which exhibited in the form
of faster, better, and time-efficient manuring than SMC.
Application of Composited Municipal Refuse Dump Site Soil, Orange, Potato and Pineapple Peels in the Control of Root Knot Nematode (Meloidogyne Incognita) Infecting Carrots (Daucus Carota L.)
Authors: Fabiyi Oluwatoyin Adenike
Published: December 2022

Meloidogyne incognita is known to be a foremost pest of carrot in Nigeria. It is a component to appraise in carrot production. Application of synthetic nematicides as control measures is unsafe to humans and detrimental to the environment. Development of safe control process
is worthwhile. Effect of three peels (potato, pineapple, orange) and composited soil from municipal refuse dump site was assessed and compared with carbofuran a standard synthetic nematicide at four different doses (0, 1500, 2000, 2500g and 2.0kg/a. i/ha, 1.5kg/a. i/ha, 1.0kg/a. i/ha and 0kg/a.
i/ha for carbofuran) on carrot plants. The concentrations of heavy metals like Cd, Pb, Ni, Cu, Cr, Mn, Zn and Fe in the composited soil was determined with Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS). Experimental pots were inoculated with approximately 2000 M. incognita juveniles, in
a randomized complete block design experiment. The composited municipal refuse soil was analysed for the presence of fungi and bacteria using molecular methods based on 16S rRNA gene sequencing. Reproduction and multiplication of M. incognita was significantly (p<0.05) low with all
the treatment materials. Best inhibitory effect was observed in the soil of carrot plants treated with composited soil which had 49 nematode populations at harvest rather than 4606 recorded in untreated plants. Equally, heavier carrots were harvested in plants administered with composited
soil (1309.6 gram), while the control plants had poor weight (312.7 gram). Performance of each waste material was quantity dependent. Gene sequencing revealed the presence of Pseudomonas alcaligenes strain ATCC 14909, P. putida strain ATCC 12633, P. aeruginosa strain ATCC
10145, Pseudomonas stutzeri NBRC 14165, Acinetobacter venetianus ATCC 31012, Enterobacter cloacae ATCC 130047, Streptomyces spp B7-3TC02, Bacillus subtilis NBRC 13719, Aspergillus niger strain MPVCT 158, Penicillium georgiense strain EV 24
and Rhizopus oryzae strain ATCC 20344, which are beneficial soil microorganisms. The metal concentration analysis of the composited municipal refuse dump soil exhibited low concentrations of heavy metals which ranges from 0.002-1.03 mg/kg with Zinc (Zn) having the highest concentration.
The waste materials are cheap and ecofriendly option that can be adopted as soil amendment in M. incognita infested fields to significantly boost yield in carrot production and reduce reliance on mineral fertilizer. The peels, as well as composited municipal refuse dump soil can be
used to improve soil properties and substitute lost nutrients to enhance crop production, and at the same time mitigate the environmental consequences of inappropriate waste disposal problems in Nigeria.
Digital Bookkeeping Training Using Applications for Business Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Tellu Silo Aldian Jaya
Authors: Saffanah Nurina , Alkam Rahayu
Published: December 2022

Tellu Silo Aldian Jaya to start its business in 2019 as a micro business engaged in processing local food sources into packaged food and beverage products. The first products produced were a drink made from red ginger, coffee and lemon grass named Jahe's Kopi and a drink made from milk and ginger named Jahe's Susu. The rapid development of Tello Silo Aldian Jaya SMEs is in line with the prospects for SMEs in Indonesia which continue to increase every year. This community partnership program is directed at helping good financial management so that it has a positive impact on the business continuity of the Tellu Silo MSME business. The benefits that are expected to be obtained by partners after participating in this service program are that the target community has an understanding regarding the urgency and basic concepts of bookkeeping and accounting. Digital bookkeeping by utilizing the La Mikro application is an output product of this program which is expected to be able to overcome the problem of the lack of competent human resources in the fields of finance and accounting at Tellu Silo Aldian Jaya.
A növényevődarázs-kártételek gyűjteménye a Magyar Természettudományi Múzeumban
Authors: Zombori Lajos
Published: December 2022

A szerző az elmúlt 45 év során összegyűlt levéldarázs-kártételek 386 borítékba rendezett növénytani anyagát mutatja be. A növényfajok száma 84, míg az érintett levéldarázsfajoké 82. Több esetben az egyes tételeket megjegyzések követik, amelyekben a szerző az elmúlt évtizedekben történt nevezéktani változásokat tünteti fel. A kosárkötő fűzről (Salix viminalis) kimutatott Messa wuestnei (Konow, 1894) Magyarország faunájára újnak bizonyult.
Incidence of Metallo Beta-Lactamase Producing Pseudomonas Aeruginosa in Diabetes and Cancer Patients
Authors: Khalid Henna , Riaz Mariam , Najeeb Sara , Kiran Nazma
Published: December 2022

Objective: Estimate to the prevalence of hemorrhoids Signs and Symptoms among pregnancies in maternity teaching hospitals in Mosul city. Material: Descriptive study was conducted in maternity teaching hospital 20to30 September 2022 . A purposive sample that consists of (64) patients , chosen according to the criteria . Their age ranges between (15-44) years. A questionnaire was developed for purposive of study & included 3 parts is consist of part one demographic data and part three is composed of (7) items . The overall questions included (28) items. Results: The age groups is between(20-24) years and constituted Prevalence (29.7%), In addition the age groups is between (25-29) years and constituted (29.7%) Most of samples were females constitute of Prevalence (60%) of the total samples. In regard with residence city Prevalence (76.6%) .In regard with levels of education elementary Prevalence (20.3%) .In regard with occupation housewife Prevalence (65.6%) high percentage. Conclusion: This study concluded that the Age, Residence, occupation a variables are the most socio- demographic variables that were associated prevalence of hemorrhoids Signs and Symptoms among pregnancies and the level of education variable.High percent from total sample were in residence city it constitute of Prevalence (76,6%). With regard to the occupation housewife were living urban areas and constitutes Prevalence (65,6%) and there are many high associations among some variables prevalence of hemorrhoids Signs and Symptoms among pregnancies and the age significant. Keywords: Prevalence, Hemorrhoids, Pregnancies.
Role of B-Scan Ultrasonography in Pre-Operative Cataract Patients Attending Services Hospital, Lahore
Authors: Ullah Muhammad Asad , Yaseen Rabia , Buzdar Abeera Afzal , Saleem Haroon , Iqbal Zafar , Rafe Abdul
Published: December 2022

Aim: The present study aimed to assess the role of B-scan in pre-operative cataract patients. Material and Methods: This prospective diagnostic study was conducted on 94 cataract patients in Ophthalmology Department, Services Hospital, Lahore from January 2021 to June 2021. Patients of either gender regardless of age having cataract were enrolled. Clinical history, detailed examination, and B-scan ultrasound of each individual was recorded. Individuals were examined in a lie supine position on the table and contact method was used. Coupling gel was applied and a probe was placed on the closed eyelid. B-scan ultrasound took images of different sections such as longitudinal, axial, and transverse sections. Resolution of the images was optimized by maintaining adequate intensity with the lowest possible decibel gain. Results: Out of 94 cataract patients, the number of male and female patients was 54 (57.4%) and 40 (42.6%) respectively. The incidence of traumatic and non-traumatic cataract patients was 20 (21%) and 74 (79%) respectively. About 42 (44.7%) cataract patients had a rural background and 52 (55.3%) had an urban background. The age distribution of cataract patients was as follows: 12 (12.8%) 1-20 years, 4 (4.3%) in 21-30 years, 19 (20.2%) in 31-40 years, 21 (22.3%) in 41-50 years, 32 (34%) in 51-60 years, and 6 (6.4%) >60 years. Of the traumatic cataract patients, posterior segment pathology was observed in 8 (40%) only whereas 12 (60%) had no posterior segment pathology. Out of traumatic cataract patient’s posterior segment pathology, the incidence of retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, posterior vitreous detachment, intraocular foreign body and posterior staphyloma was 2 (25%), 1 (12.5%), 1 (12.5%), 3 (37.5%), and 0 (0%) respectively. Out of non-traumatic cataract patients, the incidence of posterior segment pathology and no posterior segment pathology was observed in 14 (18.9%) and 60 (81.1%) respectively. Among 14 posterior segment pathology, the incidence of retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, posterior vitreous detachment, intraocular foreign body, and posterior staphyloma was 4 (28.6%), 3 (21.4%), 2 (14.3%), 2 (14.3%), and 3 (21.4%) respectively. Conclusion: The present study found that B-scan is a better diagnostic modality for the detection of posterior segment pathology in traumatic and non-traumatic cataract patients. Two dimensional B-scan can be effective in routine examination of pre-operative cataract patients. Three-dimensional B-scan could be considered in cases where two-dimensional does not provide sufficient help in assessment of posterior segment pathology in cataract patients. Keywords: Cataract patients, Traumatic cataract patients, Non-traumatic cataract patients, B-scan
Efficacy of Intramuscular Platelet Rich Plasma Versus Oral Antihistamine In Chronic Urticaria
Authors: . Naseemullah , Khan Abdul Qayum , Khan Farooq Azam , Awan Shahzad Rashid , Khan Mehran
Published: December 2022

Background: Chronic urticaria is defined as a pruritic skin disorder that persists daily or about daily for ˃6 weeks. Chronic urticaria is a common problem in Pakistan. The common treatment method is oral histamine. Currently the important treatment method used is autologous serum therapy. The objective of this study was to determine the efficacy of intramuscular platelet rich plasma versus oral antihistamine in the treatment of chronic urticaria Methodology: This study was randomized controlled clinical trial carried out at the Dermatology Department, Qazi Hussain Ahmad Complex Nowshera and alshifa clinic and skin aesthetic, Nowshera from May 2020 to May 2021. 100 patients were included in this research work. They were randomly divided into two groups of 50 patients each. One group was given autologous serum while the other was given antihistamine. The autologous serum group patients were treated by giving 9 intramuscular injection of autologous serum while the antihistamine group patients were treated with oral antihistamine on routine basis. UAS-7 (Urticaria Activity score-7) was used for measuring the effectiveness of both the treatment methods. Results: At baseline in autologous serum group, the Urticaria activity score was 36.1 (±6.7) while in antihistamine group it was 35.2 (±5.4) respectively. At baseline Urticaria activity score was non-significant (p=0.85). At 4th week the mean Urticaria activity score in autologous serum group and antihistamine group was 18.3(±3.6) and 30.2.1 (±5.1) (p=0.01). At 9th week in autologous serum group, the Urticaria activity score was 11.3 (±6.3) while in antihistamine group it was 22.6 (±4.9). (p=0.04) At 12th week the mean Urticaria activity score in autologous serum group and antihistamine group was 7.1(±5.4) and 20.4 (±7.3) respectively (p=0.01). Conclusion: Our study concludes that autologous serum therapy is more effective as compared to antihistamine in the treatment of chronic urticaria Keywords: Chronic Urticaria; Intramuscular platelet rich plasma; Oral antihistamine
Quantification of Endothelin-1 Gene Expression in the Diabetic Patients' Type II (DMT2) with Cardiovascular Disease
Authors: Kadhim Mervat Kamil , Al-Husseini Alaa Mohammad Hasson
Published: December 2022

The goal of this study is to see if there's a link between diabetes type 2 problems and endothelin-1 overexpression (ET-1). Where (90) blood samples from participants were obtained and divided into three groups: a first group representing individuals with (Hypertensive DMT2) and a second group representing (Hypertensive DMT2with CVD,), while the third group was represented by a control group. mRNA was extracted from blood samples then converted to cDNA by using the (qPCR) technique. When comparing the levels of ET-1 in the (hypertensive DMT2 and hypertensive DMT2with CVD groups ) to the control group, the results showed a significant difference (p<0.05), The current study analyzed the ET-1 gene in type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, which could be a new target for early CVD therapy in the future. Keywords: endothelin-1gene, diabetes type II, cardiovascular disease, , endothelial dysfunction
Detection of Virulence Genes of Proteus Mirabilis Isolated from Clinical Samples of some Hospitals in Nasiriyah City
Authors: Jaber Amany Shakeir
Published: December 2022

The study aimed to detect some virulence genes of Proteus mirabilis isolates, isolation and diagnosis by biochemical tests and Vitek-2 system . The research was conducted in Nasiriyah City/Dhi-Qar, Iraq, in the period between April 2021 and January 2022, and 70 urine and 30 wound samples were obtained from patients admitted to some Hospitals . Isolates diagnosis was made based on morphological and cultural characteristics of blood agar, MacConkey agar, as well as conventional biochemical tests and Vitek-2 identification system. Depending on these criteria, out of 100 samples bacterial growth appeared in only 80 (80.0%) samples, while no bacterial growth appeared in the remaining 20 (20.0%). only 20 (20%) isolates were obtained from P. mirabilis. chosen for genetic testing in order to detect the virulence factors (15) isolates from Proteus mirabilis, such as colonization factor antigen (CFA), extracellular protease, swarming activity, and urease, were identified. The results showed that all isolates (100%) possessed UreC gene, ZapA gene, flaA gene and mrp gene. Keywords: Proteus mirabilis, UTIs, UreC, ZapA, mrp and flaA
Morphological Variations of Sigmoid Notch Using Orthopantomogram among Patient Reporting at Sandeman Provincial Hospital, Quetta
Authors: Ali Syed Ahsan , Mengal Nasrullah , Ali Zaid , Baloch Jiand Malik , Waseem Summya
Published: December 2022

Objective: To assess the Morphological variations of sigmoid notch using orthopantomogram in adult patients Study design: Cross sectional study Place and duration of study: Department of Orthodontics, Dental Section, Sandeman Provincial Hospital, Quetta, from June 2020 to December 2020. Material and methods: All the adult patients who fulfilled inclusion criteria were included in this research project after screening according to selection criteria.200 candidates were included and underwent Orthopantomogram for evaluation of morphological variations of sigmoid notch. Reports were assessed and morphological variations were noted. Data was analyzed by using SPSS. ver.20. Results: The mean age of candidates was 25.5 ± 5 years. There were 129 (64.5%) male candidates and 71 (35.5%) were female candidates. The males to female ratio was 1.8:1. Out of 200 candidates, left side was involved in 100 (50%) candidates and right side was involved in 100 (50%) candidates. Out of 200 cases, wide sigmoid notch was observed in 115 (57.5%) candidates, sloping sigmoid notch was observed in 59 (29.5%) candidates and round sigmoid notch was observed in 26 (13.0%) candidates. Conclusion: In our study, we observed the most common sigmoid notch shape was observed to be wide type followed by sloping type. Keywords: Morphology, Variations, Sigmoid notch, Orthopantomogram, Orthodontics
Pengaruh Sistem Informasi Akuntansi Manajemen, Gaya Kepemimpinan, Trust, dan Ketidakpastian Lingkungan terhadap Kinerja Manajerial
Authors: Jumaidi Lalu Takdir , Lestari Baiq Anggun Hilendri , Rahman Rahman
Published: December 2022

This study aims to examine the effect of the information systems of management accounting, leadership style, trust, and environmental uncertainty on managerial performance. The test was carried out on forty managers of sharia cooperatives in Lombok. The type of research is associative. The type of data used in this research is quantitative using primary data. Data processing techniques in this study were calculated by SEM-based variants (SEM PLS) using a smart PLS software application. The results of this study showed that environmental uncertainty has a significant effect on managerial performance, while the information system of management accounting, leadership style, and trust have an effect but not significant on managerial performance. The results of the finding of this study have an implication for sharia cooperatives, both sharia cooperative managers, supervisors, and members of sharia cooperatives in general, especially in Lombok in making decisions to formulate policies related to the implementation of management accounting information systems, leadership style, trust and being able to anticipate environmental uncertainty and can create right decisions to improve managerial performance.
Analisis Pengaruh Persepsi Mahasiswa Akuntansi Terhadap Minat Menjadi Akuntan Publik di Nusa Tenggara Barat
Authors: Putri Rohma Eka , Atikah Siti , Lenap Indria Puspitasari
Published: December 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji persepsi mahasiswa akuntansi di Nusa Tenggara Barat terhadap minat menjadi akuntan publik. Variabel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini pertimbangan pasar kerja, self efficacy, dan norma subjektif. Sampel dalam penelitian ini ditentukan dengan menggunakan teknik purposive sampling dan penentuan jumlah sampel menggunakan teknik slovin sehingga diperoleh jumlah sampel sebanyak 223 responden. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan metode kuesioner dan menggunakan SPSS versi 25 dalam melakukan analisis data statistik. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa variabel pertimbangan pasar kerja dan self efficacy tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap minat menjadi akuntan publik, sedangkan variabel norma subjektif berpengaruh signifikan terhadap minat menjadi akuntan publik.
Analysis of the Effect of Employee Engagement Mediated Human Resources on Developer Companies in Batam City
Authors: Asri Dhita Hafizha , Liani Jeri
Published: December 2022

Employee involvement usually affects human resources at company developers in Batam City. The study's primary objective was to identify the factors that most affected employee performance via the medium of employee engagement. The variables of training & development, compensation & benefits, leadership, recruitment & selection, and awards & recognition. The sample of this research are employees of a developer company in Batam City, where the sample acquisition is 384 data. In addition, the SmartPLS 3.2.9 program will be used to analyze the data samples. The test data obtained in this study, namely the direct test, showed that employee engagement was positively and significantly influenced by employee performance, and training & development, while compensation & benefits, leadership, recruitment & selection and reward & recognition were not. The direct test also shows that employee engagement is positively and significantly affected by employee performance, while the independent variable is not. The indirect test results through independent variables did not succeed in mediating employee engagement on employee performance.
The Mediating Effects of Relationship Fairness Between Franchisors’ Support Service and Performance in Food Service Franchises
Authors: Lee Jee Eun , Lee Sang Suk
Published: December 2022

This paper investigates the mediating effects of relationship fairness factors between franchisors’ support services and franchisees’ performance. Fairness is measured using constructs of distributive, procedure, interaction, and information, franchisors’ support service is divided into initial support services and continuous support services, and performance (re-contract intention) is measured using re-contract, contract extension, and recommendation. Our findings are fourfold. First, initial support service has a significant impact on other fairness concerns, excluding distributive fairness, and support service improvement can increase perceived fairness in the franchisor–franchisee relationship. Second, procedural, and informational fairness have a positive and significant impact on franchisees’ re-contract intention. This indicates that information sharing between franchisors and franchisees must be transparent in accordance with consistent established procedures. Third, only information fairness is found to have a partial mediating effect between continuous support services and performance, and continuous support service indirectly positively affects re-contract intention through relationship fairness. Fourth, there are differences between global and domestic franchises in the impact of continuous support services on relationship fairness, as global franchises’ continuous support service appears to have a greater effect on the relationship fairness, which should be considered for global competitiveness.
Motivation and Intention of Small Business Entrepreneurs: A Gender Perspective
Authors: Meyer Natanya , Schachtebeck Chris , Nieuwenhuizen Cecile
Published: December 2022

Purpose

This study aimed to investigate gender-specific differences in internal and external motivation, intention to stay in business and growth aspirations of small business entrepreneurs in the Gauteng Province, South Africa. Furthermore, it aimed at determining if motivation and intention to stay in business predict business growth aspirations.

Design/methodology/approach

The study adopted a descriptive, single-sample, cross-sectional design. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from a sample of 298 male and female small business entrepreneurs. The data were analyzed using exploratory factor analysis, internal consistency reliability analysis, descriptive statistics, independent samples t-test and regression analysis.

Findings/results

Only one significant difference was observed between males and females and the study variables. Male entrepreneurs displayed a statistically significant higher mean compared to females, indicating that they were more motivated by external factors such as enjoying the direct benefits of higher status and influence in the community, rising to a higher position and proving that they were successful in business. Additionally, it was found that the intention to stay in business was the main predictor of business growth aspiration in both groups.

Practical implications

The findings of this study contrast with some prior studies, which indicated that differences exist between male and female entrepreneurs. However, the practical implication of the higher external motivation of males to prove their status, influence, success, and the position may explain why they generally perform better than females. The study provides insights for policymakers in tailoring support for male and female entrepreneurs and provides the impetus for further investigation.

Originality/value

The study proved that similarities between male and female entrepreneurs do exist. However, in this study, a notable difference, that males valued external motivation higher, is still present. This increased external motivation to create wealth may explain the greater number of male-run businesses.
El Acceso de la Administración Tributaria a la Información Bancaria en Honduras
Authors: Fugón Martínez Nicole Liliana
Published: December 2022

La actual normativa jurídica en Honduras impide que la Administración Tributaria tenga acceso directo a información bancaria de los contribuyentes. Lo anterior es debido a que el fisco no tiene la facultad para solicitar directamente información a las instituciones financieras, sino por intermediación de la Comisión Nacional de Bancos y Seguros (de ahora en adelante CNBS) según el Código Tributario, art. 72 numeral 4 (2016).

Dentro de las atribuciones al fisco está el garantizar la recaudación, a través de la creación de planes y programas de gestión administrativa acorde con los lineamientos de la política económica y metas de recaudación anuales acordadas, así como también debe de operar procedimientos y sistemas ágiles y simplificados, para facilitar el cumplimiento voluntario de las obligaciones tributarias; e implementar y operar la tramitación expedita de las operaciones tributarias o aduaneras, formales o materiales.

Por tanto, el órgano recaudador de impuesto, el Servicio de Administración de Rentas (SAR), debe de tener acceso a la colaboración de terceros para implementar procedimientos expeditos que ayuden a detectar de manera oportuna casos de evasión fiscal, que podrían estar encubriendo delitos más graves como el enriquecimiento ilícito, el lavado de activos y/o el financiamiento de actividades ilegales o terroristas.
Evaluation of Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction in Patients with Chronic Neck Pain
Authors: ÇELİK GÜZEL Hazel , ARACI Ayça , ASLAN TELCİ Emine , CIMBIZ Ali
Published: December 2022

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the presence of temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) in individuals with and without chronic neck pain (CNP).

Materials-Methods: The study included 41 subjects with neck pain and 41 subjects without neck pain. Temporomandibular Disorders were evaluated according to the Research Diagnostic Criteria (TMR). The amount of mouth opening was measured with a ruler (cm). Presence of voice in TMJ movements was evaluated. Pain intensity (Visual Analog Scale (VAS)) was evaluated on palpation of chewing muscles. Active joint motion of the cervical region was evaluated with a goniometer. Pain-related disability was assessed with the Neck Disability Indicator/NDI.

Results: The results of our study showed that the pain intensity of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) was significantly higher than the control group. The severity of pain felt during rest, activity (active mouth opening) and chewing in the study group was significantly higher than the control group (p
ALL-IN-META-BCG-CORONA Newsletter 2
Authors: ter Schure Judith
Published: December 2022

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ALL-IN-META-BCG-CORONA Newsletter 3
Authors: ter Schure Judith
Published: December 2022

May 2021
Casi escritos, pensamiento contiguo. Mapas, napas e inventarios en la obra de Sigüenza y Góngora
Authors: Ruiz Facundo
Published: December 2022

Una vez finalizada la conquista, la paz no resultó estable ni su horizonte homogéneo. Y el período colonial da cuenta fundamentalmente de esa inestabilidad y, en él, particularmente la obra de Carlos de Sigüenza y Góngora (1645-1700). La inquietud en dicha obra por la violencia original, por su representación y, sobre todo, por su remanencia han sido leídas muchas veces como una preocupación criolla por la continuidad (o ruptura) entre pasado y presente o por la elaboración de una historia capaz de proyectar o sostener algún futuro cierto. No obstante, y como suele suceder con la literatura de Sigüenza y Góngora, otra parece ser la pregunta que desvela una y otra vez su multiforme escritura, desplazando el problema de la continuidad (o ruptura) y organizando, paralelamente, su archivo: ¿cómo reunir lo que ya se encuentra junto? ¿Cómo contar la contigüidad de presente y pasado? El siguiente ensayo pretende rastrear, siguiendo las distintas obras de Sigüenza y Góngora, la forma que su escritura adopta para dar lugar a dichas cuestiones.
Narrativas del “entre”: desafíos y propuestas
Authors: Corona Martínez Cecilia
Published: December 2022

Reseña:

Caminada, Lucía. (2021) La mirada “dislocada” entre literatura e imagen. Narrativas como territorio (299 pp.). Buenos Aires: Prometeo.
Claves de una práctica compositiva modélica
Authors: Bracamonte Jorge
Published: December 2022

Reseña:

Balderston, D. (2021). El método Borges (347 pp.). Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires: Ampersand.
Perfil dos estudos sobre logística reversa: uma análise bibliométrica das publicações do congresso nacionalde gestão ambiental
Authors: Sousa João Vitor de Oliveira
Published: December 2022

O Congresso Nacional de Gestão Ambiental (CONGEA) é um evento anual organizado pelo Instituto Brasileiro de Estudos Ambientais (Ibeas). O CONGEA é um dos principais eventos do Brasil na área ambiental, reunindo pesquisadores de todos os estados com o intuito de debater as mais diversas temáticas relacionadas a gestão ambiental. A Logística Reversa se inclui dentro dessas temáticas. Nos últimos anos, com o elevado consumo de produtos e o consequente aumento da quantidade de produtos inservíveis, a Logística Reversa tem se destacado como um campo de estudo relevante. O objetivo deste artigo é verificar as características das publicações sobre Logística Reversa no período de 2010 a 2021 do Congresso Nacional de Gestão Ambiental. Para o desenvolvimento deste trabalho foram selecionados 23 artigos sobre a temática publicados nas modalidades oral e poster do evento, sendo analisados aspectos chaves como palavras-chaves, evolutivo dos artigos, origem dos autores, instituições dos autores e regiões de aplicação das pesquisas. Os resultados revelaram que houve uma queda significativa nas publicações na área nas últimas edições. A utilização dos termos logística reversa, resíduos sólidos e sustentabilidade foram os mais utilizados. A temática em destaque nas publicações sobre o assunto foi a Política Nacional de Resíduo Sólidos.
Dissemination of antimicrobial resistance and Potassium Tellurite (PT) in the hospital environment: can the use of means with Tellurite and the detection of insertion sequences contribute to prevention and intervention?
Authors: Fonseca Bianca de Oliveira , Gonçalves Veronica Dias , Souza Gabriela Alves de , Henriques Melissa Vianna , Pereira Renata de Meirelles Santos , Bello Alexandre Ribeiro , Pereira José Augusto Adler
Published: December 2022

Multidrug resistance is a public health problem. Enterobacteriaceae strains may be reservoirs of antimicrobial and potassium tellurite (PT) resistance genes, which is a determinant of bacterial escape to intraphagocytic killing mechanisms. The mobility of resistance genes and their genetic rearrangements are significantly involved in the dissemination of these genes. Mobile genetic elements such as integrons and transposons, as well as IS26 (considered among the predominant ISs), facilitate the formation and mobilization of sets of resistance genes in plasmids capable of transferring these determinants of resistance and virulence horizontally. There is evidence of associations, in plasmids, of genes encoding adhesins, toxins and antimicrobial resistance, possibly related to PT resistance. In the present work, 342 samples were collected for bacteriological culture in different units of a University Hospital in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (Hospital Kitchen, Medical and Surgical Clinics Wards, and Intensive Care Unit): 98 samples from hands of professionals, 85 hand samples from food handlers, 104 stool samples (rectal swab) from patients and 55 food samples. We isolated 27 strains of Enterobacteriaceae through selective media containing cephalothin (32µg/mL). Bacterial identification was performed by conventional phenotypic methods. Antimicrobial susceptibility tests, as well as the phenotypic test for Extended-Spectrum Beta-lactamases (ESBLs) production, were performed by disk diffusion. PT resistance was also tested by direct seeding in media with 25µg/mL and 112 µg/mL of the compound. Plasmids were visualized by agarose gel electrophoresis of bacterial DNA extracts. Additionally, antimicrobial resistance genes and IS26 were detected by PCR assays. From a total of 27 strains of Enterobacteriaceae isolated, eight strains of Enterobacteriaceae were selected, considering phenotypes indicative of ESBLs production, resistance to aminoglycosides and presence of plasmids of high and low molecular weight (from the hands of food handlers, food and feces from hospitalized patients).  Three strains 3/8 (37.5%) were resistant to aminoglycosides and cephalosporins, concomitantly. Four 4/8 strains (50.0%) were positive for the phenotypic test for ESBL production and six 6/8 strains (75.0%) were resistant to PT. Strains with resistance to aminoglycosides and producing ESBL showed amplification product for the genes tested. We consider that these antimicrobial resistance genes, also the determinants for resistance to PT (as a bacterial virulence factor), as well as IS26, may contribute to the plasticity and fitness of R plasmids, in different environments, favoring the circulation of relevant pathogenic strains.
PREMATURE AGING AND CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES RELATED TO HIV INFECTION
Authors:   ", Arbune Manuela ,   1.Dunarea de Jos University from Galati, Romania 2.Infectious Diseases Clinic Hospital Galati, Romania"
Published: December 2022

"Highly active antiretroviral therapy changed the paradigm of HIV infection, improving the prognosis of a deathly disease to a chronic manageable disease. Although the life expectancy of people with HIV is similar with general population, the persistence of inflammation is going to premature aging and excess comorbidities, relative to chronologic age. The mechanisms of immune dysfunction, inflammation, atherogenesis and dyslipidaemia in HIV positive people that are related to premature aging and cardiovascular risk, as well as the therapeutic strategies to prevent or improve the cardiovascular risk are reviewed in this communication. Keywords: HIV, inflammation, aging, cardiovascular risk, antiretroviral treatments"
Aspek Perkembangan Manajemen Pembelajaran Active Learning, Paikem Pada Kelas Unggulan
Authors: Fawzi Tanya , Dodi Limas
Published: December 2022

This study aims to describe the management of Active Learning, PAIKEM for excellence students at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Miftahul Huda with a research focus on supporting resources for successful curriculum implementation in excellence classes at MI Miftahul Huda Kayen Kidul. Implementation of School Management and Active Learning Learning Strategies at MI Miftahul Huda Kayen Kidul. Utilization of Learning Resources, Use of Learning Media and Monitoring of Curriculum Implementation at MI Miftahul Huda Kayen Kidul Kediri. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative method. The results of this study are: there are three supporting resources for the success of MI Miftahul Huda's excellence class curriculum management, namely school management from the Madrasah principal regarding new innovations in excellence classes in the compulsory learning process using English and applying Active Learning in the learning process. Learning Resources do not use modules but CPS (Comprehension and Project Sheet) in English and Learning Media according to the material. The implementation of school management is planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating in excellence classes as well as learning methods used such as Role Playing, Jigsaw. Utilization of learning resources using natural spring according to subjects, English books. Learning media using LCD, paper. As well as for monitoring, namely after the learning process there is an evaluation of the excellence class handling the learning process and student outcomes in the excellence class according to the curriculum used.
Intelligent Courier Car Design Based on 32 Microcontroller
Authors: Zan Chenyu , Li Zi
Published: December 2022

With the emergence of e-commerce, the logistics industry has grown, and the manual transport and sorting of express delivery has gradually revealed its drawbacks. This system is mainly applied to the machine sorting work in the courier transfer station, which can realize the identification and positioning of the courier pieces through the vision module, sorting through the mechanical arm, transporting through the trolley, and finally putting into the corresponding area to improve the speed and accuracy of courier sorting. The robot is designed to improve the speed and accuracy of courier sorting. The design of courier sorting robot can greatly improve the development of automation industry, solve the problem of labor shortage and high labor cost, and achieve the purpose of social and technological progress.