bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Importance of Bilateral Limb Symmetries in Olympic Clay Shooting: A Prospective Intervention Study
Authors: Peljha Zvonko , Michaelides Marcos , Stone Mark
Published: August 2024

The presented prospective controlled trial investigated the impact of neuromuscular asymmetry correction programs on Olympic clay shooting performance. The examination involved 33 subjects over six weeks, divided into an intervention (n = 18) and a control group (n = 15). After the initial assessment, subjects in the intervention group were given personalized training protocols to correct the identified asymmetries. The analyses revealed improvements of the intervention group in grip strength asymmetry (p = 0.012), single leg balance test (p = 0.027), YBT-LQ anterior reach (p = 0.036), and composition score (p < 0.001) alongside enhanced shooting scores (p < 0.001). There were no significant changes in the control group. The findings suggest a direct link between asymmetry correction and shooting accuracy, which agrees with similar research findings of other sports. This is a novel insight into the specific fitness demands for Trap and Skeet athletes and underscores the value of addressing asymmetries and incorporating regular assessments of these parameters in training routines, along with individually tailored corrective programs.
Analisa Kestabilan dan Penurunan Tanah akibat Galian Sementara dengan menggunakan kombinasi Penahan Steel-Sheet-Pile dan Bambu di Simpang Joglo Kota Surakarta
Authors: Rus Tatag Yufitra , Sulistyo Totok , Darmawan Risky
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memprediksi nilai deformasi, penurunan dan angka keamanan pada galian tanah pada proyek pekerjaan jalur rel layang kereta api di Simpang Joglo Kota Surakarta. Analisa menggunakan analisa numerik 2D. Studi ini dapat bermanfaat sebagai bagian dari upaya mitigasi dan pencegahan terhadap resiko kelongsoran tanah yang terjadi akibat proyek galian sementara tersebut dengan permodelan tanah Hardening Soil (HS) dengan Undrained B. Pada sisi timur galian menggunakan konstruksi SSP (Steel-Sheet-Pile) dimana terdapat beban rel kereta api yang bekerja sedangkan pada sisi barat galian menggunakan penahan bambu dengan beban konstruksi jalan yang bekerja. Tanah dibagi kedalam dua lapisan dengan konsistensi lapisan lempung sedang (0-11 m) ke lempung keras (11-50 m). Dari hasil analisa didapatkan nilai maksimum perpindahan dari konstruksi penahan SSP adalah 10,82 mm dimana nilai perpindahan pada bambu hanya sebesar 6,85 mm. Hal ini selaras terhadap garis kelongsoran terbesar terjadi pada sisi timur galian yang menggunakan SSP dengan nilai SF sebesar 3,37 > 2 dimana dapat dikategorikan aman Selanjutnya, besaran nilai penurunan pada kedua sisi galian tidak lebih dari 10 mm. Hal dianggap aman terhadap dampak dari galian sementara pada proyek tersebut. Pada konstruksi penahan SSP memiliki nilai penurunan maksimum sebesar 10,09 mm pada jarak dari galian 3,41 m. Sedangkan pada konstruksi penahan berupa bambu diprediksi hanya sebesar 2,5 mm dengan jarak dari galian sekitar 3,12 m.
Pengaruh Variasi Kadar Air terhadap Kuat Tekan Beton dengan Campuran Superplastisizer
Authors: Yurnalis Fido , Sari Nadra Mutiara , Dafrimon Dafrimon
Published: August 2024

Air merupakan salah satu bahan penting yang mempengaruhi kekuatan dari beton. Syarat air yang dapat digunakan harus bersih, tidak berlumpur, tidak berminyak, dan tidak mengandung benda lainnya yang secara visual dapat terlihat. Di Kota Palembang sebagian tanahnya terdiri dari rawa dan payau, sehingga airnya berwarna, berbau lumpur, dan tidak dapat diminum sehingga tidak memenuhi persyaratan air untuk campuran beton. Penggunaan superplastisizer 2% dapat mengurangi pemakaian air dalam campuran beton. Untuk mengetahui kadar air optimum, dalam penelitian ini kami membuat benda uji kubus 15x15x15 (cm) dengan 5 variasi kadar air: 0.30%, 0.35%, 0.40%, 0.45%, dan 0,50%, masing-masingnya terdiri dari 5 benda uji. Sebagai pembanding dibuat 5 benda uji tanpa superplastisizer dengan kadar air 0.70%. Pada umur 28 hari dilakukan pengujian terhadap kuat tekan beton. Hasil pengujian diperoleh rata-rata nilai kuat tekan beton dengan campuran 2% superplastisizer, diantaranya: kadar air 0.30% sebesar 28.22 Mpa; 0.35% sebesar 32.48 MPa; 0.40% sebesar 32.84 Mpa; 0.45% sebesar 35.37 Mpa; dan kadar air 0.50% sebesar 37.51 Mpa. Sedangkan hasil pengujian kuat tekan beton tanpa superplastisizer sebesar 24.40 Mpa. Beton dengan campuran 2% superplastisizer dan kadar air sebesar 0.50% menunjukkan peningkatan mutu yang signifikan, yaitu sebesar 13,11 Mpa. Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa campuran superplastisizer dengan variasi kadar air tertentu dapat mengurangi kebutuhan air dalam campuran beton sekaligus dapat meningkatkan kekuatan atau mutu beton itu sendiri, sehingga kebutuhan akan air bersih untuk campuran beton yang sulit didapatkan pada daerah rawa dan payau dapat dikurangi.
Perencanaan Sistem Drainase Berwawasan Lingkungan Pada Kampus Air Tawar Universitas Negeri Padang
Authors: Zikri.W Afdal , Syah Nurhasan
Published: August 2024

Perkembangan dan pembangunan kampus Air Tawar Universitas Negeri Padang sedang berbenah menuju kampus hijau secara bertahap, namun hal ini mempunyai permasalahan dalam tata letak gedung, saluran drainase dan ruang terbuka hijau (RTH) untuk resapan air hujan. Salah satu dampaknya adalah meningkatnya aliran permukaan langsung dan menurunnya kuantitas air yang meresap kedalam. Salah satu konsep dalam upaya penanggulangan tersebut adalah konsep zero delta q policy. Zero delta Q policy adalah konsep pembangunan tanpa menambah debit run off menggunakan teknik peresapan buatan (Artificial Recharge). Tugas akhir ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kebutuhan resapan setiap luasan pembangunan infratsruktur dalam mengatasi perubahan koefisien pengaliran akibat perubahan permukaan lahan dalam upaya konservasi air tanah. Dari hasil perhitungan intensitas curah hujan dan kapasitas resapan tanah, diperoleh hasil bahwa agar tidak terjadi peningkatan run off, untuk total luasan atap gedung 84.821m2 diperlukan 3 jenis  peresapan buatan (Artificial Recharge) yaitu sumur resapan, lubang resapan biopori dan parit infiltrasi. Dengan kata lain teknik peresapan buatan (Artificial Recharge) yang digunakan mampu meresapkan 58% run off pada atap gedung dan mengalirkan sisa run off  sebesar 42% ke saluran darinase kampus.
Analisis Kekuatan Dinding Batako dengan Campuran Limbah Serat Pinang (Areca Catechu L.)
Authors: Silalahi Juniman , Pajri Wawan
Published: August 2024

Penelitian mengenai penambahan serat kulit buah pinang terhadap batako ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui berapa kuat tekan maksimal darii batako yang menggunakan penambahan serat. Untuk mengetahuii komposisi optimum dari pengaruh penambahan serat kulit buah pinang pada pasangan dinding batako. mengetahui apakah pengaruh dari penambahan serat kulit buah pinang pada batako mampu untuk menahan beban saat di aplikasikan ke dinding.  Penelitian ini termasuk kedalam jenis eksperimen. Pada penelitian ini batako yang digunakan sebagai benda uji adalah batako dengan campuran limbah serat kulit buah pinang dengan persentase penambahan yaitu 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%. Batako yang digunakan berukuran 30 x 14 x 9 Cm, dengan perbandingan yang digunakan adalah 1:5 dan batako yang akan di uji adalah batako yang sudah berumur 28 hari. Ukururan sampel benda uji untuk pengujian kuat tekan dinding adalah 41 x 41 cm dan ukuran sampel benda uji untuk pengujian kuat geser diagonal dinding batako adalah 29 x 29 cm dengan umur sampel 14 hari. Kemudian dilakukan pengujian untuk membandingkan dengan hasil yang diperoleh adalah Batako dengan penambahan serat kulit buah pinang mengalami peningkatan kuat tekannya.  Batako dengan penambahan serat kulit buah pinang pada persentase 0% dan 5% termasuk pada mutu III, untuk persentase 10% dan 15% termasuk pada mutu II.
Road Damage Analysis using PCI and SDI Methods and Types Repair
Authors: Putri Elsa Eka , Jamal Riko , Yosritzal Yosritzal
Published: August 2024

The By-Pass Pariaman road section is a National Road under the authority of the West Sumatera National Road Implementation Agency with road section number N.048 with a length of 3.600 meters with the starting point of the “simp. IV Jati” and the ending point of the “simp. Apar”. In this study, an analysis of road damage conditions was carried out using PCI method and SDI method with the results: PCI method for the “simp. IV Jati – simp. Apar obtained that the most dominant percentage is good 40%, for the “simp. Apar – simp. IV Jati” the most dominant percentage is fair 36%. The SDI method for the “simp. IV Jati – simp. Apar” is good at 56%, medium at 30%, lightly damaged at 14% and heavily damaged at 0%, with a steady condition percentage of 86% and 14% unstable. The value of the road condition of the “simp. Apar – simp. IV Jati” is good at 47%, medium at 20%, lightly damaged at 33%, heavily damaged at 0%, with a steady condition percentage of 67% and unstable at 33%. For this type of road repair with PCI method for “simp. IV Jati – simp. Apar” is 2.200 meters of routine maintenance and 1.400 meters of periodic maintenance. The “simp. Apar – simp. IV Jati” can be routinely maintained for 2.000 meters and periodic maintenance for 1.600 meters. Road repairs with SDI method are generated for the “simp. IV Jati – simp. Apar” is 3.100 meters of routine maintenance and 500 meters of periodic maintenance. The “simp Apar – simp. IV Jati can be routinely maintained for 2.400 meters and regular maintenance for 1.200 meters.
Modification Effect of Stone Column Dimensions and Configuration on Bearing Capacity Efficiency and Settlement in Soft Soils
Authors: Putri Karin Dwi Jayanti , Solin Dian Purnamawati , Farichah Himatul
Published: August 2024

In airport construction, one crucial aspect to consider is the condition of the underlying soil on the runway. Following soil investigations at X project, it was determined that the soil condition is primarily characterized by soft soil layers, with Standard Penetration Test (SPT) values ranging from 4 to 10. In response to this condition, soil reinforcement was carried out using the stone column method. The objective of this study was to compare the bearing capacity and settlement of stone columns under various dimensional variations (spacing of 1.5 m, 2.0 m, 2.2 m; diameters of 0.4 m, 0.5 m, 0.6 m) and configuration patterns (square and triangular). Bearing capacity calculations were done manually, and settlement calculations were performed both manually and with the assistance program. The results were presented in tables and graphs. Using the FHWA method for bearing capacity calculations, it was found that bearing capacity increases as the diameter is increased and the spacing is reduced. Conversely, bearing capacity decreases as the diameter is reduced and the spacing is increased. The ultimate bearing capacity value for the triangular pattern installation exceeded that of the square pattern. Regarding settlement calculations after manual stone column installation, it was observed that settlement decreases as the diameter increases and the spacing between columns decreases. Settlement increases under opposite conditions. Settlement calculations using the Plaxis program focused on diameter and spacing between stone columns. During the service life, the highest settlement occurred with the triangular pattern, while the square pattern exhibited the lowest settlement.
Evaluation of Waste Management Performance in Pariaman City Using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
Authors: Paramita Dian , Aziz Rizki , Indah Shinta
Published: August 2024

Pariaman City's waste generation in 2022 is 38.26 tons/day. Waste management in Pariaman City is still not optimal, resulting in waste piling up in TPA South Tungkal. The waste reduction value at the research location after processing with BSF larvae can reduce 0.005 tons/day or 0.02% of the total waste generation in Pariaman City. The environmental impacts in waste management studied are Global Warming Potential (GWP), Acidification Potential (AP), and Eutrophication Potential (EP). Reducing the environmental impact of processing organic waste has been carried out, the smallest impact reduction results were obtained, namely in scenario 1, namely processing organic waste with BSF larvae in waste banks and TPS 3R. The results obtained were the impact characterization value from comparing several impact categories. GWP value 32,060,838.136 103 kg CO2-eq, AP 0.00246 x103 SO2-eq, and EP 0.00134 x103 kg PO4-3. So it can be concluded that scenario 1 has a smaller GWP, AP, and EP impact on the environment compared to scenario 0 and is used as the best alternative scenario for waste management in Pariaman City
The Implementation of Project Based Learning in the Concrete Practice Course
Authors: Zaus Anggun Agni , Syah Nurhasan
Published: August 2024

A learning model that can be implemented in the Stone and Concrete Practice course is the Project Based Learning (PjBL) model, which emphasizes project-based learning. The objective of this research is to provide a description of the implementation of project-based learning in the stone and concrete practice courses. This study employs a Pre-Experimental Design utilizing a One-Shot Case Study design. The instrument utilized in this research is the assessment of skills in Project Based Learning. From the results of the study it can be interpreted that the application of Project Based Learning in the Stone and Concrete Practice course obtains the proportion of Respondent Achievement Level (TCR) of the six assessment components of 83.85% which belongs to the good category. Consequently, the application of the Project Based Learning learning model in the Stone and Concrete Practice course leads to an improvement in students' masonry and concrete work skills.
The Effect of The Implementation Construction Occupational Health and Safety on The Implementation Time Of The Muaro Mais – Lubuk Gobing Bridge Construction Project Using Smart PLS
Authors: Yustisia Henny , Putri Nilda Tri , Abdi Muhammad
Published: August 2024

The high number of work accidents in Indonesia shows that there are still many workers who ignore the issue of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and its implementation procedures because they prefer to work based on experience. In the implementation of the Muaro Mais - LubukGobing Bridge Construction Project, it is necessary to apply HSE in the project environment because of environmental factors that are at risk of causing work accidents such as high rain intensity, the use of heavy equipment, and river flow that can change at any time so that it can be risky for the implementation time of the project. To reduce the rate of work accidents, it is necessary to have a safety system and work health system to create safety and workhealth systems for workers with It is hoped that the construction project can proceed on time. This study aims to determine the effect of the application of HSE on the Muaro Mais – LubukGobing Bridge Construction Project, West Pasaman Regency on the project implementation time by analyzing data using SmartPLS software version 3.2. This research was conducted by distributing questionnaires to workers on bridge construction projects. The results of this study show the Leadership and Administration Indicators of construction service providers (X1) on Punctuality (Y) with a p-value of 0.28 1 > 0.05, a t-statistic value of 1.079 < 1.96, and an original sample O = 0.272. Work Safety Inspection Indicator (X2) against the variable Punctuality (Y) with a p-value of 0.677 > 0.05, t-statistic 0.416 < 1.96, and original sample O = 0.143. Occupational Safety Management Indicator (X3) on Punctuality (Y) with p-value 0.269 > 0.0 5, t-statistic 1.105 < 1.96, and original sample O = 0.272. The R-Square result for the punctuality variable (Y) is 0.198, meaning that the effect of implementing occupational safety and health (X) on punctuality (Y) is 19.8%. The remaining 80.2% was influenced by other factors outside this study.
Effect of Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Concentration and Stirring Time on The Mechanical Properties of Biodegradable Plastic from Kepok Banana Peel Starch
Authors: Doni Monica Anatasya , Jonuarti Riri , Wulan Ratna , Jhora Fadhila Ulfa
Published: August 2024

One solution is to use bioplastics, which can replace synthetic plastics that are difficult to decompose. Starch is one of the materials used in the manufacture of bioplastics because it is naturally degradable. However, bioplastics made from starch tend to be brittle and easily damaged, so additional materials are needed to overcome this problem. Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is one of the materials used in the manufacture of bioplastics because it has properties that can be degraded naturally, is non-toxic, and is able to form good quality plastic films. This study aims to examine the effect of PVA concentration and stirring time on the mechanical properties of biodegradable plastic derived from kepok banana peels. This study used a completely randomized design with three variations of PVA concentration (3%, 4%, and 5%) and three variations of stirring time (25 minutes, 35 minutes, and 45 minutes). The results showed that at a PVA concentration of 5% with a stirring time of 45 minutes, bioplastics showed the best quality with a tensile strength value of 2.25 MPa, the best elongation at break was 416%, and the best elasticity was 0.541. In biodegradation, all samples were completely degraded within 7 days. It can be included that the addition of PVA concentration and the length of stirring effecth the mechanical properties of bioplastics but not on the biodegradation test.
Development of Interactive Learning Media Based on Video Tutorials using the Lectora Inspire and Macromedia Flash Applications in Stone and Concrete Engineering Courses
Authors: Zuwida Nidal , Andreas Laras Oktavia , Gusmareta Yuwalitas
Published: August 2024

This research aims to create learning media in the Stone and Concrete Engineering course with the help of the Lectora Inspire and Macromedia Flash applications. The approach carried out in this study uses the R&D method using a 4D development model which includes the defining stage (define), design stage (design), development stage (develop) and trial stage (disseminate). The subjects of the study were civil engineering students enrolled in the Stone and Concrete Engineering course as many as 16 people. Assessment of the feasibility of learning media is carried out by providing validity and practicality questionnaires to media experts, material experts. Data from the questionnaire is then processed to determine the level of validity and practicality of the learning media. The effectiveness of learning media is measured from student learning outcomes using developed learning media. The assessment results from media and material experts for learning media made get an average score of 0.86 in the very valid category. The results of the assessment of the practicality of the learning media made get an average score of 86% in the very practical category. Based on the implementation of the pretest, the average score was 58.25 and the implementation of the posttest or final test obtained the average value was 80.12. There is an increase in student learning outcomes after being given video tutorial-based learning media so that it can be concluded that the level of effectiveness of using this media is very effective. Referring to the assessment of material experts, media experts, tests to students can be declared learning media that are developed suitable for use as learning media.
Development of Android-Based Interactive Learning Media in a Surveying Quantity Course
Authors: Rahmi Yulia , Arifin Ari Syaiful Rahman
Published: August 2024

This study discusses the design and development of interactive Android-based learning media for the quantity surveying course for students in the field of building engineering education. Today's technological advancements necessitate innovation in educational media so that learning can be adapted to digital advancements and made more engaging in order for students to independently study the topic and comprehend the instructional medium. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the validity and practicality of interactive learning media based on Android in the quantitative surveying course. The DDD-E development model is used in this project's research and development (R&D) approach. Three experts validated the product, and 58 building engineering education students who did the surveying quantity course during the semester of January–June 2023 practiced their skills. According to the evaluation of interactive learning media based on Android that was done, the findings of the evaluation by material specialists were reached at 0.88 with a high validity category. The assessment of media experts obtained a score of 0.8 in the high validity category. The practicality assessment received a score of 0.80 in the high practicality category. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the interactive learning media in the surveying quantity course made with the DDD-E research model can be said to be valid and practical with high categories and can be used in learning.
Partisipasi Politik Masyarakat Pemilih Dalam Pemilihan Umum Tahun 2019 di Kabupaten Kerinci
Authors: Karyadi Karyadi , Frinaldi Aldri
Published: August 2024

This study aims to describe the political participation of the voters in the 2019 general election in Kerinci Regency. The research method uses qualitative descriptive. The research informants were determined by purposive method. Observation techniques, interviews and documentation study techniques were selected in data collection in the field. This study found that the high political participation of the people in Kerinci Regency in choosing candidate candidates at the 2019 general election democracy party was 77.58%. However, in some places the level of political participation of the people is still low, they do not vote or do not use their right to vote in the 2019 general election.
Manajemen Transportasi Dinas Perhubungan Kota Bukittinggi
Authors: Fita Fikra Hendra
Published: August 2024

This study aims to describe how the transportation management of the Bukittinggi City Transportation Agency. The background is that the City of Bukittinggi has received the Wahana Tata Nugraha award for the last 3 years, 2014-2016. The Wahana Tata Nugraha Award is an award given by the Government of the Republic of Indonesia to a city that is able to organize public transportation well. There are several activities that have been carried out well by the City of Bukittinggi City Transportation Service, including public transportation services, freight routes and special bus routes that are clear and equipped with traffic signs. Among these activities, there were problems with parking on the road and inadequate infrastructure. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. The data collection techniques used were interviews, observation, and documentation. The selection of informants was carried out by using purposive sampling technique. The data validity technique used in this study was the accidental sampling technique in accordance with the needs of the researcher and purposive sampling with certain considerations. The research analysis unit uses the institution. The results showed that the Transportation Management carried out by the Bukittinggi City Transportation Agency was basically going well.
Persepsi Masyarakat Di Kecamatan Kuranji Tentang Layanan Mobile Banking (BRIMO)
Authors: Khairani Amelia Nur , Eriyanti Fitri
Published: August 2024

This stuldy aims tol analyze pulblic perceptiolns regarding the ulse olf molbile banking applicatioln services (BRImol). The type olf research that researchers ulse is qulalitative research ulsing descriptive metholds. In this stuldy, researchers determined infolrmants ulsing pulrpolsive sampling techniqule. Tol test the validity olf the data ulsing solulrce triangullatioln techniqules and data analysis techniqules ulsing data redulctioln, data presentatioln stage, and verificatioln/colnclulsioln. The resullts olf this stuldy are that the Kulranji colmmulnity is satisfied with the BRImol molbile banking service, bult behind this satisfactioln, researchers folulnd colmplaints frolm the Kulranji colmmulnity oln the BRImol molbile banking applicatioln sulch as, the applicatioln olften lolgs olult aultolmatically, the QRIS scan olften freezes and cannolt lolg in, face recolrding which olften fail, the multatioln sectioln's financial repolrts olnly sholw the last year, and the applicatioln olften crashes even tholulgh the netwolrk is stable.
ANALISIS D.HORTON, TEORI KAPASITAS ORGANISASI BADAN NARKOTIKA NASIONAL KABUPATEN SOLOK (PROGRAM PENCEGAHAN DAN PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT/P2M)
Authors: AULIA ULFA , Sasmita Siska , Khaidir Afriva , Mubarak Adil
Published: August 2024

This research was motivated by a number of problems faced by the Prevention and Community Empowerment Division (P2M) of The National Narcotics Boards of Solok Regency (BNNK) in carrying out their work programs. Even though there was an increase in the nominal value of the organization's budget (AD/ART), the allocation for P2M activities actually decreased. Likewise, the numbers of both instructors and activity implementers are insufficient.This has an impact on decreasing P2M activities while at the same time the distribution and use of drugs is increasingly widespread in this area. This research aims to find out what organizational capacity the P2M Division of BNNK Solok has in carrying out its work program. This study employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Research informants were selected using purposive sampling techniques. The types of data collected are primary and secondary data. By referring to the Organizational Capacity Theory proposed by Horton, namely: human resources; infrastructure, technology and financial resources; strategic leadership; program and process management; networks of cooperation and relationships with other parties, it is found that only the strategic leadership dimension is adequate. Meanwhile, other dimensions: human resources; infrastructure, technology, and financial resources; process dimensions and process management; and the collaborative networks and relationships with other parties are inadequate to support the P2M Program at BNNK Solok.
The Impact of Grape Juice Extract on Liver Structure of Castrated Rats
Authors:   Department of Biomedical Sciences, Cihan University-Erbil, Alnuaimy Sarah , Homady Merza ,   Department of Biomedical Sciences, Cihan University-Erbil, Younus Mustafa ,   Department of Biomedical Sciences, Cihan University-Erbil, Zebari Abdullah ,   Department of Biomedical Sciences, Cihan University-Erbil
Published: August 2024

The effects of ingestion of freshly prepared ethanolic extracts of 6g/kg/day of black grape juice was investigated on some biochemical, parameters and histological structure of liver in castrated male rats for 42 days. Twenty-one male rats (Rattus norvegicus) were used in the present study. Rats are divided into three groups of animals (N= 7). Tap water was given to the intact and castrated rats in groups 1 and 2. Daily, 1 ml (6g/kg/day) of grape extract was administered intragastrically to the castrated rats in group three. The biochemical test for several parameters did not reveal any differences between the groups that were being compared. Whereas the values of HDL showed a significant difference in both castrated and castrated treated subjects as compared with control animals (P<0.01; P<0.05) respectively, as well as the results of VLDL showed a significant difference in castrated treated group (P< 0.02). However, the value of ALP also showed a significant difference in castrated treated group (P<0.03). Castration had a major impact on the histological structure of the liver, resulting in lobular inflammation, ballooning degeneration, and macrovesicular steatoses. The liver structure of castrated rats was found to be improved effectively by grape juice treatment, as indicated by histological sections showing a moderate normal architecture to some extent. Administration of grape extract was significantly affecting the histological regeneration of the liver in castrated rats. Keywords: liver; castration; grape juice; central vein.
Biological Activity Assessment and GC–MS Screening of Phytoconstituents in Dentella repens Leaf Methanolic Extract
Authors:   ollege of Biosciences and Technology, Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences (Deemed to be University), Loni - 413736, Rahata Taluka, Ahmednagar District, Maharashtra, India, Shaikh Faiyaz , Talole Shamal ,   ollege of Biosciences and Technology, Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences (Deemed to be University), Loni - 413736, Rahata Taluka, Ahmednagar District, Maharashtra, India, Bradosty Sarwan ,   Department of Community Health, College of Health Technology, Cihan University-Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, Hallur Raghavendra ,   ollege of Biosciences and Technology, Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences (Deemed to be University), Loni - 413736, Rahata Taluka, Ahmednagar District, Maharashtra, India
Published: August 2024

Context: Dentella repens (L.) J.R. Forst. & G. Forst., a member of the Rubiaceae family, is renowned for its therapeutic properties. Aim: This research pursued to examine the phytoconstituents and assess the biological activities of the Dentella repens Leaf Methanolic Extract (DLME). Material and Methods: In vitro experiments were carried to evaluate its anti-inflammatory, anthelmintic, and antioxidant potential. Qualitative and quantitative analyses of phytochemicals, along with fingerprint analysis using gas chromatography and mass spectroscopy (GC-MS), were performed. Results: Our findings demonstrated the occurrence of phenolics, glycosides, tannins, steroids, terpenoids, and alkaloids in the methanolic leaf extract of Dentella repens. The total phenolic content (TPC) was found to be 0.152 ± 0.012 mg GAE/g dry sample, while the total flavonoid content (TFC) 2.9 ± 0.42 mg rutin equivalent/g dry sample. GC-MS analysis identified sixty-four therapeutic compounds, including 1-amino-2,6- dimethylpiperidine, phytol, and omega-3 arachidonic acid methyl ester. The extract displayed significant anti-inflammatory action (IC50 61.94 g/mL) by inhibiting protein denaturation and remarkable antioxidant action evaluated through DPPH and ABTS assays (IC50 481.82 μg/mL and 46.15 μg/ml, respectively). Regarding antihelmintic activity, earthworms exhibited paralysis after 70–90 minutes and mortality after 110–120 minutes when exposed to the extract. Conclusions:These outcomes demonstrate the prospective of the DLME in possessing phytoconstituents with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antihelmintic activities. Supplementary research is warranted to elucidate the phytoconstituents of D. repens for potential inclusion in drug formulations targeting various human diseases.
Evaluating Nd:YAG Laser Effectiveness in Treating Gingival Hyperplasia Following Orthodontic Treatment
Authors:   University of Damascus, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Zakharia Milad , Mashlah Ammar ,   University of Damascus, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Dayyoub Suleiman ,   University of Damascus, Faculty of Dental Medicine
Published: August 2024

Objective: Nd:YAG laser has been extensively utilized in oral and periodontal surgery. This interference on tissues is evident in a number of operations: frenectomy, lesions excision, gingivectomy and gingival augmentation, coagulation of the graft-donor area, and crown lengthening. Laser has the ability to mitigate post-treatment complications, such as bleeding; it also reduces the possible complications during the removal of enlarged gingiva, especially with the presence of gingivitis. These aforementioned considerations induced us to study gingivectomy performed by Nd:YAG laser in gingival overgrowth cases following orthodontic treatment. Materials and methods:This study included 10 patients. Indices of bleeding on probing (BoP), gingival overgrowth (GO) and gingival inflammation (GI) had been measured prior to removing gingival structures. Gingivectomy was then performed for each jaw in two ways: Nd:YAG laser was used on one side, and the traditional surgical method on the other. Thus, the study included 40 samples, and then the same indices were studied 6 months after treatments. Results:After 6 months, post-treatment indices yielded the following values. Regarding the BoP index, the mean value for all the cases in the laser group reached 16.33; it was less and better than that of the traditional surgery group, which increased to 24.68. Mann-Whitney test achieved a degree of -2.583, and the p- value registered 0.010. As for the GO and GI indices, no statistically significant differences in the mean values were depicted between the two research groups. Conclusion: Nd:YAG laser has shown good effectiveness in the management of post- orthodontic gingival hyperplasia and is superior to traditional surgical treatment by improving some clinical indices such as bleeding on probing. However, no improvement was found in the laser group over the traditional one regarding the other two indices, namely GO and GI.
Cancer Treatment by Using Flash Radiotherapy Technique
Authors:   Department Of Radiological Imaging Technologies, Cihan University-Erbil Kurdistan Region – Iraq, Abdulsalam Abdulrazak , Hameed Safaa ,   Department of Optics, College of Health & Medical Technology, Sawa University, Almuthana, Iraq, QasMarrogy Ghassan ,   Department of Informatics and Software Engineering, Cihan University-Erbil Kurdistan Region – Iraq
Published: August 2024

Abstract—Flash radiotherapy (RT) is a method that administers radiation at an extremely rapid pace to the intended area. Its purpose is to minimize the harmful effects of radiation on healthy tissues while maintaining the therapeutic impact on cancer cells, as opposed to traditional radiation therapy. This article provides an overview of the published data on FLASH-RT and examines the existing understanding of this innovative approach. Furthermore, we focus on the technical challenges and limitations of FLASH-RT and explain how this modality works physically, specifically how technology helps the transfer of energy by ionizing radiation (looking at things like the beam on/off sequence, pulse-energy load, and gap times). It is important to note that the current preclinical research mostly relies on FLASH electrons, and the practical use of FLASH-RT in clinical settings is extremely restricted. To implement FLASH-RT in regular clinical radiation, it is necessary to create devices that can generate FLASH photon beams.
UTILIZATION OF THE "SAYA INGIN BERTANYA" APPLICATION TO IMPROVE UNDERSTANDING OF LEARNING MATERIALS IN GRADE X SMA AL-WASHLIYAH 1 MEDAN
Authors: Nainggolan Lidya Revalina
Published: August 2024

The aim of this research is to measure the effectiveness of using the "Saya Ingin Bertanya" application in improving understanding of learning material in class X SMA AL-WASHLIYAH 1 MEDAN. This research uses an experimental method, which aims to determine the effect of the intervention imposed on research subjects. Data collection was carried out using several techniques, namely class randomization, pre-test and post-test, questionnaires, and monitoring application activity. Data analysis in this research involved descriptive statistical tests, independent sample t-two tests, and simple linear regression analysis. The “Saya Ingin Bertanya” application is designed to help students ask questions anonymously and get answers to their questions in real-time. The main features of this application include a question and answer forum but the identity is unknown, asking questions on topics being studied and topics to be studied, asking questions outside the learning topic and learning resources that are uploaded by the teacher and can be accessed directly by students. The results of the analysis show that there is a significant difference in increasing understanding of the material between the control group and the experimental group after the intervention. The significance value obtained (p < 0.05) shows that the difference between the two groups did not occur by chance, but was significant.
THE EFFECTS OF EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND SELF-EFFICACY ON LEARNING INDEPENDENCE IN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Yahya Amrina Rosyada, N
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of emotional intelligence on learning independence in class XI students of SMA Negeri 20 Surabaya, examine the effect of self-efficacy on learning independence in class XI students of SMA Negeri 20 Surabaya, and examine the effect of emotional intelligence and self-efficacy on learning independence in class XI students. SMA Negeri 20 Surabaya, and examine the effect of emotional intelligence and self-efficacy on learning independence in class XI SMA Negeri 20 Surabaya. on learning independence in class XI students of SMA Negeri 20 Surabaya. All students of class XI group C SMA Negeri 20 as many as 72 students were determined as the population in this study. The technique sampling technique used is a simple random sampling technique and a sample of 33 students is determined. determined a sample of 33 students. The approach in this study is a quantitative approach. Method collection method used is a questionnaire method with a data measurement scale in the form of a Likert scale. Likert scale. The hypothesis test used is an analytical test conducted with two stages of testing, namely the individual (partial) stage using the simple linear regression test and the joint (simultaneous) stage using the simple linear regression test. simple linear regression and the joint stage (simultaneous) using multiple linear regression tests. multiple linear regression tests. The result of this study is that there is no effect of emotional intelligence on learning independence in class XI high school students. State 20 Surabaya. There is a very significant influence of self-efficacy on learning independence in class XI students of SMA Negeri 20 Surabaya. There is a very significant effect of emotional intelligence and self-efficacy on learning independence in class XI SMA Negeri 20 Surabaya. learning independence in class XI students of SMA Negeri 20 Surabaya.
Virtual skin: Assessing Player Experience of Attractiveness with the User Experience Questionnaire (UEQ)
Authors:   Faculty of Art and Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Sarawak, Mohd Razali Noraziah , Harun Azahar ,   Faculty of Art and Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Melaka, Abdul Rahim Ruslan ,   Faculty of Art and Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam
Published: August 2024

There are numerous subfields within visual communication, one of which is new media, alongside conventional practices such as advertising, photography, the web, animation, and signage. Blogs, social media, video games, email and the pervasiveness of smartphones have all resulted in the emergence of new media that are inextricably linked to the internet and the online environment. since the first mobile game, "Tetris", in 1994 and “Snakes" in 1997, the visual element in mobile games has evolved significantly, culminating in the modern-day mobile gaming world. These changes have involved progress from the black and white images of the early games to the variety of colours used in game visuals today and the creation of virtual goods in-app games. A skin is one of these virtual goods or items and is synonymous with a virtual appearance, outfit or cosmetic item that can be used to modify and enhance the appearance of a player's avatar. This is a cosmetic item and purely aesthetic in nature, serving no functional purpose. Among players, the desire for a skin is undeniable. Apart from the "beauty factor," another hidden value is inherent in players' perceptions of their interactions with purely aesthetic items. To determine the attractiveness of the skin in mobile games, preliminary research on skin evaluation was conducted to ascertain players' perceptions of recent virtual skins they had used in-game. The purpose of the study was to identify players’ perceptions of the attractiveness of the skin they used. To conduct the research, the Standard User Experience Questionnaire (UEQ) was used to determine the attractiveness of the skin as a virtual product. The UEQ is composed of six scales and twenty-six items that assess attractiveness on a hedonic and pragmatic level. Thirty respondents were chosen, and data analysis was performed using UEQ Data Analysis Tools. The product's benchmark was divided into five UX quality categories: excellent, good, above average, below average, and bad. The results indicate that stimulation is an excellent proxy for the UX quality of skin and efficiency is above average; meanwhile, attractiveness, perspicuity, dependability, and novelty were below average.
CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC: THE POLITICIZATION OF RELIGION AND CONFLICT
Authors:   Department of Politics and International Relations, University of Johannesburg, South Africa, NDIYUN Robert Kosho
Published: August 2024

The Central African Republic (CAR) has been a theater of hostilities for decades, in cluding the Seleka rebellion in December 2012, which caused religious-based discrimination, especially between the Muslim minority and Christian majority. Opportunistic political leaders and armed groups have misused religion for political and egocentric gains in the CAR. The pur pose of this qualitative content analysis research is to investigate the use of religion for political motives in the CAR and how such actions impact conflict and sectarian divides in the so-called phantom state. The paper recommends ways to mitigate political influence and the misuse of religion by political and armed group actors in the CAR. Very little or no literature on conflict in the CAR has specifically addressed the influence of politics on religion and how it contributes to fueling conflict in the country. This study fills the gaps in the literature by investigating the historical narratives of the CAR conflict while highlighting instances of political abuse of religion. A review of existing literature on the political manipulation of religion establishes the basis for a critical analysis of the influence of politics on religion in the CAR and its impact on conflict. Keywords: Politics, religious identities, conflict, Central African Republic, anti-Balaka, Seleka.
Toward a Nonhuman Narratology: Material Metaphors in Ann Pancake’s Strange as this Weather Has Been
Authors:   Babes-Bolyai University, Brici Alexandra
Published: August 2024

This paper examines the convergence of affect theory and cognitive narratology. I investigate the methodological potential of a cognitive narratology informed by affect as found in the (autonomous) intensities and resonances that circulate about and between bodies (Gregory J. Seigworth and Melissa Gregg). By adopting Brian Massumi’s configuration of affect (as asymbolic, autonomous and asubjective), I aim to explore how this conception can account for nonhuman (narrative) agents and open up space for alternative forms of environmental situatedness in cognitive narratology. Expanding upon the “4E” cognitive model, I trace the enmeshment of human and non-human agents within the metaphorical pattern of Ann Pancake’s 2007 novel Strange as This Weather Has Been. I undertake an analysis of multiple extra- and inter-textual vectors to show how these metaphors underscore a view of cognition as participating in a field of affective intensities and becomings and highlight its emergence as entangled in a world of material interdependencies.
Gender Performativity and Unstable Identity in Contemporary Queer Romanian Prose
Authors:   Babes-Bolyai University, Fuioagă Anastasia
Published: August 2024

Despite its importance in the analysis of gender in various research fields, Judith Butler’s theory of gender performativity circulates in rather restricted academic spaces in Romania, as her gender studies is not yet a wide field of research. The importation and particularization of the discussion of gender as a social construct is influenced by various factors: from the persistent patriarchal structure of a society in which the post-communist legacy is still felt, to the simultaneity of theoretical receptions of works authored by Butler and several other types of feminist discourse, such as Rosi Braidotti’s posthumanist approach. This paper analyses to what extent these theories produce effects in contemporary Romanian literature, especially in prose with queer issues at its core. The paper further examines the way in which the category of socially constructed gender can be used as a tool for analysing the configurations of the human subject as a sexualised Other in contemporary Romanian literature.
The Impact of an Individual Approach on the Development of the Pianist’s Performance Skills at a Higher Educational Institution
Authors:   Department of Instrumental Performance, Faculty of Music and Choreography, Borys Grinchenko Kyiv University, Ukraine. Email: o.liashenko@kubg.edu.ua., Liashenko Olha , Polyanskyi Vyacheslav ,   Department of Instrumental Performance, Faculty of Music and Choreography, Borys Grinchenko Kyiv University, Ukraine. Email: v.polianskyi@kubg.edu.ua., Kuryshev Yevhen ,   Department of Instrumental Performance, Faculty of Music and Choreography, Borys Grinchenko Kyiv University, Ukraine. Email: y.kuryshev@kubg.edu.ua., Harkusha Lyudmyla ,   Department of Instrumental Performance, Faculty of Music and Choreography, Borys Grinchenko Kyiv University, Ukraine. Email: l.harkusha@kubg.edu.ua., Butenko Tetiana ,   Department of Instrumental Performance, Faculty of Music and Choreography, Borys Grinchenko Kyiv University, Ukraine. Email: t.butenko@kubg.edu.ua., Baliura Kateryna ,   Department of Instrumental Performance, Faculty of Music and Choreography, Borys Grinchenko Kyiv University, Ukraine. Email: k.baliura@kubg.edu.ua.
Published: August 2024

Studying the impact of an individual approach to teaching students’ performance subjects is relevant because of the brightness and diversity of creative thinking, artistic interests, and orientation of future specialists in the field of piano art. The aim of the study is to determine the effectiveness of person-oriented music pedagogy. The research methods are: monitoring the process of training professional personnel and their activities after the completion of education; surveying students and young performers; comparison. The results of this study shed light on the problem of an individual approach to the development of musical performance as a whole multifaceted system — one of the modern pedagogical models consisting of several blocks: stages of training based on an individual approach; its components; principles. The prospects of research include the development of a modernized training programme oriented to student’s personality. This is determined by the need to create an individual method of mastering the profession of a performer in the current conditions, which contributes to the development of students’ unique abilities and serves as the basis for their successful realization as an artist.
Keywords: Musical Pedagogy; Performance Skills; Methods and Principles of Education; Piano Teaching Techniques; Stage Performance.