bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cultural concept, movement, and way of life:jeitinhoin words and gestures
Authors: Schröder Ulrike , Streeck Jürgen
Published: August 2022

Starting from a non-dualistic view on embodiment this paper approaches the relationship between cognition, gesture, language, and cultural practice by analyzing the gestural construction of the cultural conceptjeitinhoin talk-in-interaction. After introducing our phenomenological view on embodiment and gesture in interaction, we give a short overview of some main studies broaching the issue of cultural matters before presenting the conceptjeitinhoas delineated in historical, sociological, and anthropological approaches. In the empirical section, we offer a fine-grained analysis of four videosequences taken from a conversation aboutjeitinhobetween two Brazilian and two German professors who have lived in Brazil for more than 20 years. We show that the gestural style of both Brazilian professors differs significantly from the gestural engagement of the German professors since they schematically embody a sinuous gesture style and construe the cultural conceptjeitinhoas aqualiumby adopting a character viewpoint while the German participants remain observers regarding their gestural performance.
Data collection methods applied in studies in the journalIntercultural Pragmatics(2004–2020): a scientometric survey and mixed corpus study
Authors: Kirner-Ludwig Monika
Published: August 2022

Methods in Intercultural Pragmatics are inherently multifaceted and varied, given discipline’s breaching of numerous cross-disciplinary boundaries. In fact, research in Intercultural Pragmatics represents merely new ways of thinking about language and, thus, of researching interactants’ (non-)verbal behaviors: With core common ground and shared knowledge about conventionalized frames of the target language being limited, intercultural communication features a number of unique characteristics in comparison to L1 communication. This being said, the range of methods employed in data collection and analysis in Intercultural Pragmatics is not only wide, but highly heterogeneous at the same time. The present paper takes a scientometric approach to data collection methods and data types in Intercultural Pragmatics research. In order to provide an extensive diachronic survey of methods and approaches featuring in empirical studies published specifically by the journalIntercultural Pragmatics(edited by Istvan Kecskés), this study includes a self-compiled corpus of 358 papers in 17 volumes published since its launch in 2004 thru 2020. The aim is to carve out diachronic method preferences and emerging as well as declining trends in data collection methods and data types adhered to within this discipline. These are further discussed within the context of relevant state-of-the-art accounts that have specifically offered surveys of methods and methodologies pertaining to issues in data collection and data analysis in (Intercultural) Pragmatics in recent years.
Borrowed Swahili discourse-pragmatic features in Kenyan and Tanzanian Englishes
Authors: Unuabonah Foluke Olayinka , Muro Loveluck Philip
Published: August 2022

This study explores five Swahili discourse-pragmatic features – ati/eti, yaani, pole, sasa and sawa – which are borrowed from Swahili into Kenyan and Tanzanian Englishes, with a view to investigating their meanings, frequencies, positioning, collocational patterns, syntactic distribution and discourse-pragmatic functions. The data, which are extracted from the International Corpus of English-East Africa and the Kenyan and Tanzanian components of the corpus of Global Web-based English, are analysed quantitatively and qualitatively, from a variational and postcolonial corpus pragmatic framework. The study reveals that the Swahili discourse-pragmatic features occur more frequently in the Kenyan corpora than in the Tanzanian corpora, except in the case of sasa, which occurred with the same frequency in the online corpus. The paper identifies ati/eti as an attention marker, a quotative marker, a hearsay marker, an inferential marker, and an emotive interjection, yaani as an emphasis and elaborative marker, while pole is an attitudinal marker that expresses sympathy and sarcasm. While sasa is only an attention marker, sawa is an agreement and attention marker. The paper shows that these borrowed discourse-pragmatic features contribute to the distinctive nature of East African Englishes.
3D concept creation of permanent geodetic monitoring installations and the a priori assessment of systematic effects using Virtual Reality
Authors: Bauer Peter , Lienhart Werner
Published: August 2022

Logistic processes of construction sites are transferred into virtual and full 3D environments to increase the interoperability for all project partners. These digital twins are emerging for the construction process of modern building processes and are already designed to be used for the operation of the building afterwards. In structural health monitoring (SHM) the sensor installations are also designed to monitor the structure over its whole lifespan. Therefore, the embedding process and the operation of the sensor systems and the Building Information Modelling (BIM) have overlapping long-term goals. Beside these 3D software advances in civil engineering, the working environments in the field of geodesy still follow more established approaches. In many cases using only 2D CAD plans and on-site visits at the existing structure are best practice for the design of geodetic monitoring installations. This paper describes the improvement of the concept creation of permanent monitoring systems with geodetic total stations in an interactive virtual 3D environment. The simulated instruments are behaving according to their specification data and are linked with a physics engine to automatically detect common problems in a network design like obstructed line of sights, disadvantageous incidence angles at the targets or automatic aiming issues due to multiple targets in the field of view. Furthermore, the Virtual Reality (VR) technology is introduced as a user interface for a virtual 3D planning environment. The functionality of the developed VR application is tested in a real-life use case for the feasibility study of the automatic monitoring of a railway tunnel.
Preoperative monocyte-to-lymphocyte ratio as a potential predictor of bladder cancer
Authors: Napolitano Luigi , Barone Biagio , Reccia Pasquale , De Luca Luigi , Morra Simone , Turco Carmine , Melchionna Alberto , Morgera Vincenzo , Cirillo Luigi , Fusco Giovanni Maria , Mirto Benito Fabio , Napodano Giorgio , Del Biondo Dario , Prezioso Domenico , Imbimbo Ciro , Crocetto Felice
Published: August 2022

Objectives

The aim of this study was to investigate the role of preoperative Monocyte-to-Lymphocyte ratio (MLR) as a potential predictor of bladder cancer (BC).

Methods

Clinical data of patients who underwent TURBT at our institution between 2017 and 2021 were collected and retrospectively analysed. MLR was obtained from preoperative blood analyses performed within 1 month from hospital admission. The association of MLR with different clinic-pathological features obtained from histological reports was further analysed. Statistical analysis was performed using the Kruskal Wallis test for non-parametric variables, assuming p<0.05 as statistically significant.

Results

510 patients were included in the study (81% males, 19% females), with a mean age of 71.66 ± 11.64 years. Mean MLR was higher in patients with any-type bladder cancer, reporting an MLR of 0.41 ± 0.11 compared to 0.38 ± 0.43 in patients without bladder cancer (p=0.043). In the subsequent comparison among low-grade and high-grade bladder cancer, MLR did not report statistically significant differences, with 0.29 ± 0.12 for low-grade BC and 0.51 ± 0.81 for high-grade BC (p=0.085)

Conclusions

Our findings reported elevated preoperative MLR should be considered a potential biomarker predicting malignancy for bladder tumours. Furthermore, research are necessary to assess its role in discerning low-grade from high-grade patients.
Fusion systems with J-components over 𝐹2𝑒
with 𝑒 > 1
Authors: Aschbacher Michael
Published: August 2022

Let 𝐾 be a finite simple group of Lie type over a field of even order

q
>
2

q>2

.
If 𝐾 is not

F
4

2

⁢

(
q
)

{}^{2}F_{4}(q)

, then we determine the fusion systems ℱ of J-component type with a fully centralized involution 𝑗 such that

C
F

⁢

(
j
)

C_{\mathcal{F}}(j)

has a component realized by 𝐾.
The exceptional case is treated in a later paper.
Clinical potential of human amniotic fluid stem cells
Authors: Martin Monique M. , Chan Michael , Antoine Clarel , Bar-El Liron , Bornstein Eran , Young Bruce K.
Published: August 2022

Objectives

To determine whether amniotic fluid derived stem cells maintain their stem cell characteristics (a) after processing by a licensed cell therapy center and (b) after the cells undergo simulated clinical application.

Methods

Amniotic fluid was collected by laparotomy – a small uterine incision was made at proposed site for delivery and a sterile catheter inserted to collect fluid into a sterile bag. After flow stopped the catheter was withdrawn, the cesarean completed and the collected fluid delivered to the cell therapy center for processing and cryostorage. A clinical setting was simulated where amniotic fluid cells received from cell therapy center were thawed at room temperature for a maximum of 3 h and passed through a clinical cell delivery device to monitor cell viability. The cells were examined for viability, stability, growth, differentiation, and markers of stemness.

Results

Amniotic fluid stem cells processed from a clinical cell therapy center behave similarly to amniotic fluid stem cells processed in a research laboratory with respects to viability, stability, growth, differentiation and maintain markers of stemness. There were differences due to heterogeneity of samples which were not methodological. Growth in cell culture and differentiation were satisfactory. Simulation of treating the cells in a clinical environment show a general stability in viability of amniotic fluid cells at room temperature for 3 h minimum and when passed through a clinically approved delivery device.

Conclusions

The data indicate human amniotic fluid processed in a clinical facility could be used therapeutically if proven to be safe.
The missing link between standing- and traveling-wave resonators
Authors: Zhong Qi , Zhao Haoqi , Feng Liang , Busch Kurt , Özdemir Şahin K. , El-Ganainy Ramy
Published: August 2022

Optical resonators are structures that utilize wave interference and feedback to confine light in all three dimensions. Depending on the feedback mechanism, resonators can support either standing- or traveling-wave modes. Over the years, the distinction between these two different types of modes has become so prevalent that nowadays it is one of the main characteristics for classifying optical resonators. Here, we show that an intermediate link between these two rather different groups exists. In particular, we introduce a new class of photonic resonators that supports a hybrid optical mode, i.e. at one location along the resonator the electromagnetic fields associated with the mode feature a purely standing-wave pattern, while at a different location, the fields of the same mode represent a pure traveling wave. The proposed concept is general and can be implemented using chip-scale photonics as well as free-space optics. Moreover, it can be extended to other wave phenomena such as microwaves and acoustics.
Experimental Investigations on the Effect of Surface Pocket in a Powder-Lubricated Journal Bearing on Friction and Vibration
Authors: Rahmani Faisal , Pandey R. K. , Dutt J. K.
Published: August 2022

This paper presents an experimental study on the influence of surface pockets on the friction and vibration of powder-lubricated journal bearings. A pocket in the bearing bore surface modifies the pressure profile compared with a conventional bearing, resulting in improved performance parameters. In the present work, a test rig was designed and fabricated to carry out experiments with three types of bearings (conventional, bearing with elliptical pocket, and bearing with rectangular pocket). A fine powder of molybdenum disulfide was used as a lubricant. Tests were conducted for different shaft speeds and external loadings. It was found that pocketed bearings offer lower friction as compared with conventional bearing at all speeds and external loads. In comparison with conventional bearing, frictional torque was decreased by 2.0–8.1 % with elliptical pocket bearing and 4.5–9.3 % with rectangular pocket bearing. Pocketed bearings also reduced the vibration amplitude of the bearing housing compared with conventional bearing; the root mean square (rms) value of acceleration with elliptical pocket bearing was reduced in the range of 3.0–10.0 %, while rectangular pocket bearing improved it by 6.8–11.4 %.
Inhibition of Serum Esterases in Juvenile Rats Repeatedly Exposed to Low Levels of Chlorpyrifos
Authors: A. Mosier Jenna , L. Hybart Rachel , M. Lewis Aubrey , Alugubelly Navatha , N. Mohammed Afzaal , L. Carr Russell
Published: August 2022

Chlorpyrifos (CPF) is an organophosphorus insecticide that has gained significant attention cue to the reported toxicity associated with developmental exposure. While the canonical mechanism of toxicity of CPF involves the inhibition of brain acetylcholinesterase (AChE), we have reported that exposure of juvenile rats to levels of CPF that do not yield any inhibition of brain AChE results in neurobehavioral alterations at later ages. However, it is unclear what effect exposure to these low levels of CPF has on blood esterase activities which are frequently used not only as biomarkers of exposure but also to set exposure levels in risk assessment. To determine this, male and female rat pups were exposed orally from postnatal day 10 to 16 to either corn oil (vehicle) or 0.5, 0.75, or 1.0 mg/kg CPF. At 12 h after the final exposure, serum cholinesterase (ChE), butyrylcholinesterase (BChE), and carboxylesterase (CES), and red blood cell (RBC) and brain AChE activities were determined. There were no differences between sexes in either the controls or individual treatments for all enzymes. Only the highest dosage of 1.0 mg/kg CPF yielded significant brain AChE inhibition (22-24%) but all dosages significantly inhibited the blood esterases with inhibition being highest with serum CES (65-85%) followed by serum BChE (57-76%), RBC AChE (35-65%), and then serum ChE (16-32%). Our data verify that blood esterases are inhibited at dosages of CPF that alter neurobehavioral performance in the absence of effects on brain AChE activity. Keywords: Chlorpyrifos (CPF); Organophosphate insecticides; Developmental; Biomarkers.
Synthesis and properties of polycharge phases in the system La-Li-M-Co-O (M=Ca, Sr, Ba)
Authors: Dziazko Olexandr , Nedilko Sergiy , Zaslavsky Olexandr , Kulichenko Vadym , Fesych Igor , Bolotnikova Anastasiia , Sabadash Nataliia
Published: August 2022

Samples of La1-3xLixM2xCoO3-δ (M = Ca, Sr, Ba; 0≤x≤0,1) were synthesized by co-precipitation method. It is shown that the region of their homogeneity lies in the range of substitutions 0≤ x ≤0.05. The volume of the unit cell increases   with the size of the alkaline earth metal that replaces lanthanum. Surface morphology of the obtained mixed oxides was studied by SEM. In all samples (except strontium - containing) paramagnetic Co2+ ions from the impurity Co3O4, which are in different local environments and have different degrees of exchange interaction with each other, are contained in the form of chain fragments -Co2+-O2--Co2+-O2--Co2+-O2—  and contain defective centers Со2+, which are formed during the desorption of lattice oxygen from the surface, or in the process of diffusion of oxygen from the volume of material to the surface. In strontium-containing samples La0,85Lix0,05Sr0,01CoO3-δ there are mainly ferromagnetic clusters Co3+-Co4+.
The barrier capacitance of n-SnS2/n-CdIn2Te4 heterojunction
Authors: Grushka O.G. , Chupyra S. M. , Myslyuk O.M. , Slyotov O.M.
Published: August 2022

The results of the study of the electrical characteristics of the n-SnS2/n-CdIn2Te4, obtained by a method of deposition over optical contact, have been presented. It is shown that the current-voltage characteristics and the capacitance-voltage (C-V) characteristics are typical for an abrupt heterojunction. The frequency dependence of the C-V characteristic is established, namely, with increasing frequency of alternating voltage, the barrier capacitance decreases, which is due to the presence of intrinsic structural defects and related localized donor states in the band gap of CdIn2Te4. The obtained results are explained by the frequency-dependent recharging processes of deep donor centers.
Investigating the Electronic and Optical Characteristics of New Nanocomposites for Flexible Optoelectronics Nanodevices
Authors: Hassan Huda Bukheet , Abduljalil Hayder M. , Hashim Ahmed
Published: August 2022

This work aims to design of PEO/CuO new structures and investigating optical, and electronic characteristics to use in various electronic and optoelectronics devices like diodes, transistors, photovoltaic cell, electronic gates, sensors and other electronics devices. Using the B3LYP-DFT with a suitable 6-31G basis set for pure PEO and SDD basis set for nanocomposite, a good optimization structure for the predicted nanocomposites was obtained. Geometrical values that have been calculated. The results indicated that the studied nanocomposite need small energy to become cationdue to ionization potential is decrease with addition nanoparticle to the pure PEO, but the electronic affinity is an increase with addition nanoparticles to the pure PEO. When compared to other nanocomposite, the total ground state energy of PEO has the highest value of total energy, but ET dropped with the addition of nanoparticles to pure PEO. With the addition of nanoparticles to pure PEO, the hardness decreases, making nanocomposite softer, lowering a species' barrier to losing electrons. The studied nonocomposite direct electronic transition from the valence to conduction band with wave length falls within the solar spectrum range. The results revealed that the (PEO-CuO) nanocomposite has a wide range of applications in the fields of electronics and photo-electronics.
Modern Management of Localized Renal Cell Carcinoma— Is Ablation Part of the Equation?
Authors: Leopold Zev , Passarelli Rachel , Mikhail Mark , Tabakin Alexandra , Chua Kevin , Ennis Ronald D. , Nosher John , Singer Eric A.
Published: August 2022

While the gold-standard for management of localized renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is partial nephrectomy, recent ablative strategies are emerging as alternatives with comparable rates of complications and oncologic outcomes. Thermal ablation, in the form of radiofrequency ablation and cryoablation, is being increasingly accepted by professional societies, and is particularly recommended in patients with a significant comorbidity burden, renal impairment, old age, or in those unwilling to undergo surgery. Maturation of long-term oncologic outcomes has further allowed increased confidence in these management strategies. New and exciting ablation technologies such as microwave ablation, stereotactic body radiotherapy, and irreversible electroporation are emerging. In this article, we review the existing management options for localized RCC, with specific focus on the oncologic outcomes associated with the various ablation modalities.
Impact of subchorionic hematoma on pregnancy outcomes in women with recurrent pregnancy loss
Authors: Fu Zijie , Ding Xuelei , Wei Dawei , Li Jun , Cang Rong , Li Xiaodong
Published: August 2022

We conducted a retrospective cohort study with the aim of investigating the relationship between subchorionic hematoma (SCH) and pregnancy outcomes in women with recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). We reviewed all RPL patients who came to the Fourth Hospital of Shijiazhuang from January 2019 to June 2021. Two groups were divided according to the presence or absence of SCH. Live birth rate was considered as the primary outcome. Secondary outcomes included adverse pregnancy outcomes and complications. Univariable and multivariable analyses were conducted. Of 274 RPL women included in the final analysis, 49 (17.9%) had SCH. The occurrence of thrombophilia was significantly higher in SCH group than that in non-SCH group (38.8% vs 24.4%, P=0.041). There were no significant differences between the two groups in live birth rate, adverse pregnancy outcomes and pregnancy complications. Among women with SCH, live birth rate or SCH duration was not associated with continued use of low-dose aspirin (LDA) after the diagnosis of SCH. Our findings suggest that SCH does not reduce live birth rate in RPL women or increase the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes or pregnancy complications. Continued use of LDA after the detection of a hematoma is unlikely to affect SCH duration or the live birth rate.
Implementasi Kurikulum Cambridge di Sekolah Menengah Pertama
Authors: Christiana Rachel Anastasya , Supriyanto Achmad , Juharyanto Juharyanto
Published: August 2022

Abstract: This research aims to describe a number of things, which cover the basic concepts of implementing the Cambridge curriculum, the Cambridge curriculum implementation process, and the results obtained by the school through implementing the Cambridge curriculum. The research method used in this study is a qualitative research type of case study. The results of this study are: (1) The concept of the Cambridge curriculum in Junior High School is the use of this curriculum aimed at creating a generation that has the principle of confidence; (2) The implementation of the Cambridge curriculum in Junior High School is divided into three stages of process, namely the process of introduction / socialization, the process of implementation, and the evaluation process; (3) The results of the Cambridge curriculum implementation in Junior High School are students can continue to the next level using the Cambridge A Level curriculum, many Junior High School’s student have many achievements in the academic field, and becomes one of the best Cambridge schools in Indonesia.

Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan beberapa hal, yang meliputi konsep dasar penerapan kurikulum Cambridge, proses implementasi kurikulum Cambridge, serta hasil yang didapat sekolah melalui pengimplementasian kurikulum Cambridge. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif jenis studi kasus. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah: (1) Konsep kurikulum Cambridge di Sekolah Menengah Pertama adalah penggunaan kurikulum ini bertujuan untuk menciptakan generasi yang memiliki prinsip percaya diri; (2) Implementasi kurikulum Cambridge di Sekolah Menengah Pertama dibagi menjadi tiga tahapan proses, yaitu proses pengenalan/sosialisasi, proses penerapan, dan proses evaluasi; (3) Hasil implementasi kurikulum Cambridge di Sekolah Menengah Pertama adalah peserta didik dapat melanjutkan ke kurikulum Cambridge A Level, peserta didik di Sekolah Menengah Pertama banyak yang berprestasi di bidang akademik, dan Sekolah Menengah Pertama menjadi salah satu sekolah Cambridge terbaik di Indonesia.
Hubungan Solidaritas Siswa dan Kebanggaan Almamater dengan Esprit de Corps di SMA Negeri 1 Lawang
Authors: Putri Risza Puspita , Imron Ali , Setyadin Bambang
Published: August 2022

Abstract: Aim of this study are (1) to find out a simultaneous relationship between student solidarity and alma mater pride with Attitude of Esprit De Corps; (2) to describe the relationship of solidarity with Attitude of Esprit De Corps in SMA Negeri 1 Lawang; and (3) to describe the alma mater pride relationship with Attitude of Esprit De Corps in SMA Negeri 1 Lawang. This research method uses a quantitative approach with descriptive design and multiple correlation analysis. The results of this study show that: (1) there is a significant simultaneous relationship between the solidarity and pride of the alma mater with the attitude of esprit de corps; (2) there is a high relationship between the behavior of solidarity and esprit de corps; (3) there is also a high relationship between alma mater pride and esprit de corps.

Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui (1) menemukan hubungan secara simultan solidaritas siswa dan kebanggaan almamater dengan Sikap Esprit De Corps; (2) mendeskripsikan hubungan solidaritas dengan Sikap Esprit De Corps di SMA Negeri 1 Lawang; dan (3) mendeskripsikan hubungan kebanggaan almamater dengan Sikap Esprit De Corps di SMA Negeri 1 Lawang. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan rancangan deskriptif dan analisis korelasi ganda. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan, bahwa: (1) secara simultan terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara solidaritas dan kebanggaan almamater dengan sikap esprit de corps; (2) terdapat hubungan antara perilaku solidaritas dan esprit de corps dan dalam kategori tinggi; (3) terdapat hubungan antara kebanggaan almamater dan esprit de corps juga dalam kategori tinggi..
Hubungan Motivasi Kerja dan Kinerja Guru Honorer Sekolah Menengah Atas Negeri
Authors: Setiowati Rina , Triwiyanto Teguh , Zulkarnain Wildan
Published: August 2022

Abstract: This study aims to, (1) find out the motivation of  teachers non goverment public senior high school in Ngawi Regency; (2) to know the performance of teachers non goverments of public senior high school in Ngawi Regency; and (3) to know the relation of work motivation and performance of teachers non goverment of public senior high school in Ngawi Regency. This research uses quantitative approach with descriptive correlational research design. Intrumen in this research use questionnaire with responder that is teachers non goverment of public senior high school in Ngawi Regency. Analysis techniques used are descriptive analysis, correlation, and simple regression analysis. The results of this study indicate: (1) work motivation of teachers non goverments of public senior high school in Ngawi Regency are at a medium level; (2) the performance of teachers non goverments of public senior high school in Ngawi Regency is at a very high level; (3) there is a significant positive correlation between work motivation and performance of teachers non goverment of of public senior high school in Ngawi Regency.

Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk, (1) mengetahui motivasi guru honorer SMAN di Kabupaten Ngawi; (2) mengetahui kinerja guru honorer SMAN di Kabupaten Ngawi; dan (3) mengetahui hubungan motivasi kerja dan kinerja guru honorer SMAN di Kabupaten Ngawi. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan rancangan penelitian deskriptif korelasional. Instrumen dalam penelitian ini menggunakan angket dengan responden yaitu guru honorer SMAN di Kabupaten Ngawi. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah analisis deskriptif, korelasi, dan analisis regresi sederhana. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan: (1) motivasi kerja guru honorer SMAN di Kabupaten Ngawi berada pada tingkat sedang; (2) kinerja guru honorer SMAN di Kabupaten Ngawi berada pada tingkat sedang; (3) terdapat hubungan positif yang signifikan antara motivasi kerja dan kinerja guru honorer SMAN di Kabupaten Ngawi.
Hubungan Kausal antara Pelayanan Prima Ketatausahaan, Citra Organisasi dan Kepuasan Siswa SMA Negeri
Authors: Astutik Wiji Fitri , Burhanuddin Burhanuddin , Imron Ali
Published: August 2022

Abstract: Excellent service is one of the things that affect student satisfaction as one of the main customers in education. This study aims to determine the influence of prime services and organizational image on student satisfaction. Research is descriptive correlational. The population in this study is all students of public senior hight school, while the technique in sampling using proportional radom sampling. Data analysis using descriptive technique and Path Analysis. This study shows that the results of excellent service, organizational image and student satisfaction are in high category. There is a significant influence between the excellent service of administration and the image of the organization on student satisfaction. However, in the excellent service there are indicators that show no effect on student satisfaction.This indicates that there may be other factors that play a role and need to be considered by other researchers in future studies.

Abstrak: Pelayanan prima merupakan salah satu hal  yang berpengaruh terhadap kepuasan siswa sebagai salah satu pelanggan utama dalam pendidikan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan kausal antara pelayanan prima ketatausahaan, citra organisasi, dan  kepuasan siswa. Penelitian bersifat deskriptif korelasional. Populasi dalam penelitian ini yaitu seluruh siswa SMA Negeri, sedangkan teknik dalam pengambilan sampel menggunakan proporsional random sampling. Analisis data menggunakan teknik deskriptif dan Path Analysis. Penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa hasil dari pelayanan prima, citra organisasi dan kepuasan siswa berada dalam kategori tinggi. Adanya hubungan kausal yang signifikan antara pelayanan prima ketatausahaan dan citra organisasi terhadap kepuasan siswa. Namun demikan dalam pelayanan prima terdapat indikator yang menunjukkan tidak adanya hubungan kausal terhadap kepuasan siswa. Hal ini mengindikasikan bahwa kemungkinan terdapat faktor lain yang berperan dan perlu dipertimbangkan oleh peneliti lain dalam penelitian-penelitian yang akan datang.
Pendidikan Karakter Aspek Nilai Kejujuran pada Satuan Pendidikan Menengah
Authors: Anjani Nova Lia , Benty Djum Djum Noor , Gunawan Imam
Published: August 2022

Abstract: The purpose of this research to describe the implementation of character education on honesty value in improving school quality. This research used a qualitative approach, with a case study research in the unit of secondary education. Data collection uses interview, observation, and documentation techniques. In analyzing data, the techniques used are data condensation, data display, and conclusion verification. The results of this research are: (1) the implementation of character education on the value of honesty is started with the planting of honesty character when early learners enter the school in need of the parties who play a role in the planting of characters honesty; (2) strategy to improve the quality of the school through character education at the value of honesty through learning activities, through school culture, and motivation; (3) supporting factors in the implementation of character education on the value of honesty consist of internal and external parties; (4) inhibiting factor in the implementation of character education on the value of honesty consists of internal and external parties; and (5) solution to overcome the inhibiting factor in the application of character education on the value of honesty is the solution to overcome the inhibitory factor from internal and external parties.

Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan implementasi pendidikan karakter pada nilai kejujuran dalam meningkatkan mutu sekolah. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif, dengan rancangan penelitian studi kasus di satuan pendidikan menengah. Pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Dalam menganalisis data, teknik yang digunakan yaitu kondensasi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian ini adalah: (1) implementasi pendidikan karakter pada nilai kejujuran yaitu dimulai dengan penanaman karakter kejujuran ketika awal mula peserta didik masuk ke sekolah yang membutuhkan  pihak-pihak yang berperan dalam penanaman karakter kejujuran; (2) strategi dalam meningkatkan mutu sekolah melalui pendidikan karakter pada nilai kejujuran yaitu melalui kegiatan pembelajaran, melalui budaya sekolah, dan pemberian motivasi; (3) faktor pendukung dalam penerapan pendidikan karakter pada nilai kejujuran terdiri dari pihak internal dan eksternal; (4) faktor penghambat dalam penerapan pendidikan karakter pada nilai kejujuran terdiri dari pihak internal dan eksternal; dan (5) solusi untuk mengatasi faktor penghambat dalam penerapan pendidikan karakter pada nilai kejujuran yaitu solusi untuk mengatasi faktor penghambat dari pihak internal dan eksternal.
Keefektifan Konseling Ringkas Berfokus Solusi untuk Meningkatkan Optimisme Siswa SMP dalam Menghadapi Ujian
Authors: Sukmana Dedy Reza , Ramli M. , Rahman Diniy Hidayatur , Febriani Roiyan One
Published: August 2022

Abstract: This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of solution focused brief counseling to junior high school students optimism in examination. This study employed pretest and posttest control group design. The stages in this research are preparation, implementation and final stage. The data analyzed by using Two-Independent-Sample Test-Mann-Whitney U. The result shows that mean score at the output rank of experimental group is bigger than control group, that is 9.50 greater than 3.50. Next, the result of output Test Statistics shows that asymp.Sig (2-tailed) is 0.001, or the probability is lower than 0.05 (0.001 lower than 0.05) Ho is rejected, so solution focused brief counseling  is effective to improve Junior High School Students optimism in examination.

Abstrak: Keefektifan Pendekatan Konseling Ringkas Berfokus Solusi untuk meningkatkan optimisme siswa SMP dalam menghadapi ujian. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui keefektifan Konseling Ringkas Berfokus Solusi untuk meningkatkan optimisme siswa SMP dalam menghadapi ujian. Rancangan penelitian yang digunakan yaitu pretest and posttest control group design. Tahapan penelitian yaitu persiapan, pelaksanaan, dan tahap akhir. Data diuji menggunakan uji Two-Independent-Sample Test-Mann-Whitney U. Hasil penelitian ini adalah mean pada output rank (kelompok eksperimen) lebih besar dari mean (kelompok kontrol), yaitu 9.50 lebih dari 3.50. Dilihat dari output Test Statistics menunjukkan bahwa asymp. Sig. (2-tailed) adalah 0.001, atau probabilitas di bawah 0.05 (0.001 kurang dari 0.05). Maka Ho ditolak, artinya konseling ringkas berfokus solusi efektif untuk meningkatkan optimisme siswa SMP dalam menghadapi ujian.
Intensitas Bermain Gadget dengan Suspek Gangguan Pemusatan Pikiran dan Hiperaktivitas (GPPH) pada Anak
Authors: PA Pratiwi , Alvina Alvina
Published: August 2022

LATAR BELAKANG

Pada zaman modern ini, gadget tidak hanya dimiliki oleh orang dewasa. Remaja dan anak- anak pun sudah menggunakannya. Masa kanak-kanak merupakan masa keemasan yang merupakan periode kondusif tumbuh kembang anak. Banyak orang tua yang sudah memberikan dan membiarkan anak bermain gadget. Gadget dapat memberikan dampak negatif yang mengganggu perkembangan anak. Gangguan Pemusatan Pikiran dan Hiperaktivitas  (GPPH) merupakan gangguan perilaku yang ditandai dengan penurunan perhatian, perilaku hiperaktif dan impulsif. GPPH muncul mulai masa kanak-kanak dan dapat menetap hingga remaja maupun dewasa. Paparan gadget yang berlebihan diduga menjadi salah satu faktor pencetus GPPH.

 

TUJUAN PENELITIAN

 Mengetahui hubungan intensitas bermain gadget dengan kejadian suspek GPPH.

 

METODE

Penelitian dilakukan terhadap 92 murid TK dan SD di Jakarta Barat pada bulan September- November 2019. Metode penelitian adalah potong silang. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah kuisioner identitas dan intensitas bermain gadget dan kuesioner Skala Penilaian Perilaku Anak Hiperaktif Indonesia (SPPAHI) untuk deteksi dini GPPH pada anak. Analisis data menggunakan uji chi-square dengan tingkat kemaknaan p<0,05.

 

HASIL

Uji chi-square menunjukkan tidak terdapat hubungan yang bermakna antara usia dengan suspek GPPH p=0.625 (p>0.05), terdapat hubungan yang bermakna antara jenis kelamin dengan suspek GPPHp=0.000 (p<0.05), serta terdapat hubungan yang bermakna antara intensitas bermain gadget dengan suspek GPPH p=0.000 (p<0.05).

 

KESIMPULAN

Terdapat hubungan yang bermakna antara jenis kelamin dan intensitas bermain gadget dengan suspek GPPH pada anak.
An evaluation of the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) disease
Authors: Nerkar A.G. , Pawale Praneeta
Published: August 2022

WHO (World Health Organization) termed the diagnosed coronavirus as COVID-19. The pandemic outbreak of COVID-19 was manifested by intense acute respiratory system (SARS) and in Middle East known as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS). An outbreak of pneumonia of unknown aetiology in Wuhan City, Hubei province in China emerged in December of 2019. The virus originated in bats and became transmitted to people through but unknown middleman animals in Wuhan, China. There was not any clinically authorised antiviral drug to be had for use in opposition to COVID-19. However, few extensive-spectrum antiviral pills had been evaluated in opposition to COVID-19 in scientific trials, led to scientific recovery. In the cutting-edge evaluate, we summarize and relatively examine the worldwide emergence and pathogenicity of COVID-19 contamination.
An outlook on regulatory aspects of 3D printing in pharmaceutical and medical sectors
Authors: Prasanthi Nori Lakshmi , Manikiran S.S.
Published: August 2022

Since the time of origin, three-dimensional printing has not only mesmerizing the researchers also health professionals too. Even though the process is exciting, it involves fussy coordination and selection process to get a desirable product. Still the manufactures are in confusion state that to follow which regulations and guidelines to gets an approval for their product of 3d printing.

The importance of 3D printing has laid to recognize the best suitable product and ways to prevent its misuse. FDA approved more than 100 3D printed medical devices and it includes Orthopedic, Cranial implants, Dental restorations such as crowns and external prosthetics, surgical instruments. It also approved one 3D printed drug product using Zip Dose technique for the treatment of Epilepsy called SPRITAM (levetiracetam).

The objective of this review article is to give a brief introduction, history, evolution of 3D printers, their development process, FDA role and guidelines.
Amla possesses antifungal potential against and
Authors: Sharma Vikas , Heer Arti , Kour Navneet , Badyal Arvind , Sharma Shivangi
Published: August 2022

The present study was carried out to evaluate antifungal activity of methanolic extract from Emblica officinalis leaves against three phytopathogens viz., Alternaria alternate, Bipolaris specifera and Curvuleria lunata.

Inhibitory potential of methanolic extract was analyzed by poisoned food technique in which different concentrations of test material were prepared in sterilized potato dextrose agar.

Results of the present study revealed that Embilica officinalis has potential activity against the three test pathogens with IC value of 0.91±0.01 mg/mL, 1±0.015 mg/mL and 1.1±0.0152 mg/mL against Bipolaris specifera, Alternaria alternata and Curvuleria lunata respectively.

Amla has some potential antifungal activity for the prevention and treatment of fungal infections.
declaración patrimonial en Ecuador: efectos derivados de cumplir parcialmente con la obligación de presentarla
Authors: Carrera Lucio Cristhian , Reyes Varea Juan Gabriel
Published: August 2022

El presente artículo analiza la declaración patrimonial como una obligación tributaria en Ecuador. Explica su origen, naturaleza, características, sanciones derivadas de su incumplimiento, y postula la problemática existente en el evento de que una persona decida rectificar los criterios con los que elaboró su declaración patrimonial ante el Servicio de Rentas Internas en años anteriores, o decida empezar a cumplir con la obligación de presentarla, que antes ha omitido. Finalmente, propone una alternativa para que la Administración Tributaria ecuatoriana pueda obtener información certera de sus contribuyentes con el objeto de mantener una base de datos confiable para intercambio de información con otras legislaciones.
figura jurídica del beneficiario final como respuesta al anonimato doloso
Authors: Pretelt Arango Andrés
Published: August 2022

El artículo describe la necesidad de la identificación del beneficiario final para efectos de la transparencia en materia tributaria y su evolución normativa en el Derecho Internacional; además sobre el impacto positivo de la figura jurídica del beneficiario final como forma de mantener una imagen ética en la comunidad. Por otra parte, el beneficiario final, como figura desarrollada por el GAFI a propósito de la lucha contra el lavado de activos y contra el financiamiento del terrorismo, ha sido adaptado para fines fiscales como una respuesta normativa a los evasores de impuestos y otros infractores de la ley, quienes en general procuran mantener el anonimato para hacer difícil la actividad del control tributario por parte de la autoridad. Sin embargo, existenvarios tópicos que se deben resolver en las relaciones entre el contribuyente y el Estado; así como entre el inversionista y el representante legal de la persona jurídica y de la estructura jurídica. En especial un enfoque para conocer sobre las ventajas en su uso para la Autoridad y también para el inversionista privado.De ahí el entusiasmo de determinados organismos internacionales como el GAFI o la OCDE por desarrollar un vínculo entre el beneficiario final y la lucha contra el blanqueo de capitales, así como contra otros delitos económicos. La figura estudiada se convierte en una herramienta práctica para detectar personas involucradas en complejos esquemas corporativos con fines poco éticos.Por lo tanto, el artículo describe cómo se ha desarrollado el beneficiario final a lo largo del tiempo, para qué es útil, una breve mirada a las experiencias internacionales y la perspectiva a seguir. Los distintos protagonistas tienen diversas posiciones y dudas con respecto a la puesta en marcha en el Ecuador y a nivel regional de los estándares que rodean al beneficiario final, algunas de ellas son examinadas en el presente artículo.
Prevalence of cardiometabolic risk factors in three populations from Venezuela: the VEMSOLS STUDY 2006-2010
Authors: Nieto-Martínez Ramfis , González-Rivas Juan P. , Ugel Eunice
Published: August 2022

Introduction: no previous studies had reported the prevalence of cardiometabolic diseases various regions of Venezuela. Objective: to determine the prevalence of cardiometabolic risk factors in 3 populations of Venezuela. Methods: the VEMSOLS study is a sub-national, cross-sectional, population based, with bi-stage random sampling study, evaluating 751 subjects aged 20 or older from 3 selected municipalities of Venezuela. Anthropometric and biochemical measurements were obtained. ANOVA was used to continous variables and Chi-square to proportions, a p<0.05 was significant. Results: 69% were females and 81.4% from urban areas. Low HDL-c was the most prevalent disorder (63.8% [–CI- 95% 60.1-67.4]), being more common in women than in men (74.1% [69.9 -77.9] and 40.4% [33.7-43.4], respectively, p < 0.05); followed by abdominal obesity (47.4% [43.8 -51.1]) and hypertriglyceridemia (45.2% [41.5 - 49.0]). One third (30.0% [26.7-33.4]) had hypertension, 11.8% (9.5 -14.5) diabetes, 23.1% (20.2-26.3) obesity, and 20.1% (17.2-23.4) elevated LDL-cholesterol. Metabolic syndrome was present in 29.9% (26.5-33.5) of the sample. Rural population from the Andeans mountains (Páramo) presented a lower prevalence of obesity and low HDL-c (p < 0.05) comparing with urban samples. Lara’s population, which had the highest Body Mass Index of the 3 municipalities, had a higher prevalence of abdominal obesity, atherogenic dyslipidemia and elevated LDL-c than the other two populations (p < 0.05). Conclusion: A high prevalence of cardiometabolic abnormalities in 3 populations of Venezuela was observed with a lower prevalence of alterations in the rural area. MÉD.UIS. 2018;31(1):15-22.
Procalcitonina de cordón umbilical como predictor de sepsis temprana en recién nacidos prematuros “en Tamaulipas, México 2016”. Resultado preliminar
Authors: López-Garrido Esteban , González-Quintanilla María Arlen , Berlanga-Bolado Oscar Manuel , Fortuna-Reyna Brenda de Jesús , Rivera-Vázquez Patricia
Published: August 2022

Introducción: la sepsis causa alta mortalidad en el prematuro, afecta hasta 19 de 1000 en los menores de 1000 g y su manifestación puede ser inespecífica. La toma de decisión del uso de antibióticos es difícil, siendo necesario un predictor rápido, barato y efectivo para sepsis temprana. Objetivo: determinar la utilidad de la procalcitonina de cordón umbilical como predictor de sepsis temprana en el recién nacido prematuro. Materiales y métodos: estudio descriptivo, longitudinal, de junio a noviembre del 2016. Se incluyeron 22 recién nacidos < 37 semanas de gestación, con o sin factores de riesgo para infección. Los neonatos con malformaciones o sospecha de enfermedad metabólica fueron excluidos. Procalcitonina y hemocultivo de cordón fueron tomados al nacimiento, posteriormente fueron valorados desde el nacimiento hasta las 72 horas de vida para datos de sepsis. Resultados: doce desarrollaron sepsis temprana y diez no. La media de procalcitonina de cordón en el grupo de sepsis fue de 0,68 ng/ml versus de 0,13 ng/ml en el grupo sin sepsis, p=0.025. En el análisis bajo el área de la curva ROC para la procalcitonina fue de 0,75. El valor de corte de procalcitonina de cordón fue de 0,14 ng/ml como predictor de sepsis temprana (sensibilidad 75%, especificidad 70%, valor predictivo positivo 75%, valor predictivo negativo 70%). Conclusiones: la procalcitonina de cordón umbilical al nacimiento puede ser un parámetro útil como marcador de sepsis neonatal temprana en el prematuro, sin embargo, estos resultados deben ser validados con un tamaño de muestra más grande. MÉD.UIS. 2018;31(1):23-30.
Factores de riesgo, diagnóstico histológico y concentraciones de beta-hCG en pacientes con mola hidatiforme
Authors: García-Ramírez Carlos Alberto , Rangel Eulalia , Torres-Mantilla Hugo Alexander
Published: August 2022

Introducción: la mola hidatiforme es la forma más común de enfermedad trofoblástica gestacional. La cuantificación de beta-hCG sérica tiene importante valor en su diagnóstico y pronóstico, no obstante en Colombia no se cuenta con referencias de sus niveles según el tipo de mola o factores de riesgo. Objetivo: estudiar el comportamiento de los valores de beta-hCG según el tipo de mola y los factores de riesgo. Materiales y Métodos: se estudiaron 74 casos con diagnóstico de mola hidatiforme en el departamento de patología de la Universidad Industrial de Santander entre los años 2005 y 2014. Se registró a partir de los datos proporcionados por la historia clínica: hábito de fumar, hemoclasificación, indicación de régimen EMA-CO, antecedentes sociodemográficos y ginecoobstétricos y la concentración de beta-hCG previa al tratamiento evacuador. Resultados: 63 casos presentaron mediciones válidas de beta-hCG. En el análisis se utilizaron pruebas no paramétricas con un nivel de significancia del 10%. La mediana de beta-hCG para mola completa y parcial fue 270 852 UI/L y 40 379 UI/L respectivamente. Hubo una diferencia significativa para los valores de beta-hCG entre grupos de mola (p<0,0001). Para el diagnóstico de mola completa un punto de corte de 170 000 U/L presentó una sensibilidad del 91,5% y una especificidad del 75%. La indicación de EMA-CO presentó una asociación significativa con los valores de beta-hCG (p=0,066); no alcanzaron significancia las asociaciones con el tabaquismo (p=0,118) y la multiparidad (p=0,111). Conclusión: la cuantificación de beta-hCG ayuda a clasificar el tipo de mola aunque su rendimiento diagnóstico es modesto. MÉD.UIS. 2018;31(1):39-46.
Dolor abdominal crónico en adultos
Authors: Duque Laura , Chavarriaga-Restrepo Andrés , Patiño-Giraldo Santiago
Published: August 2022

El dolor abdominal es una causa frecuente de consulta para el médico general. Corresponde al 1% de la consulta externa ubicándose como la novena causa externa y la segunda en los servicios de urgencias en Colombia. Cuando éste es crónico, rara vez es tributario de manejo quirúrgico, pero impacta negativamente en la calidad de vida de los pacientes. Un enfoque anatómico y fisiopatológico permiten un adecuado diagnóstico y tratamiento por parte del médico. Siendo así, este trabajo tiene como objetivo revisar los elementos base para el enfoque del dolor abdominal crónico y proponer un algoritmo diagnóstico para estos casos. MÉD.UIS. 2018;31(1):47-55.