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Determination of proximate composition, energy and glycemic index values of stiff porridge prepared from composite flours
Authors: Amwoma Lorraine Moindi , Ebere Rebecca , Arimi Joshua
Published: December 2023

Background : The glycemic index (GI) measures how fast or slow the blood sugar rises after the consumption of a food rich in carbohydrates. The prevalence of diabetes in Kenya is about 3% of adults. Among the regimens of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is glycemic control using diet, although only a few diabetic persons (7%) practice it due to limited data on the GI of local foods such as stiff porridge (ugali) which is among the chief staple foods in Kenya. This study determined the proximate composition, energy and GI values of ugali from blends of cassava-millet, cassava-sorghum, cassava-millet-sorghum, whole maize-millet and maize-sorghum flour.

Methods : Ugali was prepared in the ratio of 3:5 (w/v), flour to water. Proximate composition was determined using the Association of Official Analytical Chemists methods. Carbohydrate content was determined by difference (100-moisture+fat+protein+ash+fiber content). Energy values were determined using the Atwater method. The GI was determined based on Brouns' recommendation.

Results : The moisture content, fat and protein content of maize-millet ugali was the highest at 67.5%, 5.7% and 9% respectively. Cassava ugali had the lowest fat (0.7%) and protein (1.2%). Cassava-millet ugali had the highest ash (3.1%) and fiber (11.5%) content whereas cassava-sorghum-millet ugali had the lowest ash (1.7%) and fiber (1.3%). Cassava ugali had the highest carbohydrate content (92.9%) whereas maize-sorghum ugali was the lowest (76.9%). Maize-millet ugali had the highest energy content (422.1 Kcal) while cassava ugali was the least (394.2 Kcal). Ugali from cassava-sorghum, cassava-millet, maize-millet, maize-sorghum and cassava-sorghum-millet flour recorded a GI of 46, 45, 47, 45 and 57 respectively.

Conclusion : Cassava-sorghum, cassava-millet, maize- millet and maize-sorghum ugali have low GI and thus can be recommended in the management and prevention of T2DM.
Energy and nutrient composition of bambara groundnut (Vigna substarranea) enriched pap
Authors: Okudu Helen , Okudu Patricia , Okolie Virginia
Published: December 2023

Background: Complementary foods produced from cereals alone are usually deficient in some essential nutrients. Combining cereals and legumes to produce complementary foods has been shown to enhance their nutrient composition.

Objective: The study aims to evaluate the energy and nutrient composition of Vigna subterranea-enriched pap.

Methods: Maize grains, bambara groundnut, and granulated sugar were purchased at Ubani market in Umuahia, Abia State. The flours were produced using standard methods; blend formulation was based on protein content. The proximate compositions of the products were evaluated using AOAC methods. Minerals were determined using wet-acid digestion. The energy value of each nutrient was obtained by multiplying the nutrient value by its Atwater factor (4, 4, and 9 for protein, carbohydrate, and lipid, respectively). Energy density was calculated by dividing the total energy value by 100. The data generated were analyzed using Statistical Product for Service Solution version 20. Means were separated and compared with the Duncan multiple range test and Analysis of Variance. Significance was accepted at p < 0.05.

Results: Protein values ranged between 2.21% and 6.70%, with protein content in bambara groundnut-enriched maize pap samples significantly (p < 0.05) higher than the protein content of 100% maize pap (2.21%). Fat (1.00%–1.47%) and crude fiber (0.60%–1.83%), fat energy value (9.0–13.23 kcal/100g), protein energy value (15.20–26.8 kcal/100g), and total energy densities (177.28–186.91 kcal/100g) were also significantly higher in bambara groundnut-enriched maize pap. All the analyzed minerals increased with an increase in the quantity of the supplement.

Conclusion: Protein, calcium, iron, zinc, and nutrient density increased with an increase in bambara groundnut flour. Supplementing pap with 40% bambara groundnut was observed to meet over 100% of the protein Recommended Daily Intake (RDI) for children aged 6–12 months old.
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Authors: Akim Koma
Published: December 2023

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Lessons for ensuring continued community participation in a mangrove blue carbon conservation and restoration project in Madagascar
Authors: Ravaoarinorotsihoarana Lalao A. , Maltby Jenny , Glass Leah , Oates Jenny , Rakotomahazo Cicelin , Randrianandrasaziky Dolce A. , Ranivoarivelo Lantoasinoro N. , Lavitra Thierry
Published: December 2023

Successful conservation projects that restrict or change access to common pool resources require meaningful community participation not only through consultation but also by empowering communities to take a leading role from the early stages of its design. In this study, community participation was assessed in the Tahiry Honko community-led mangrove blue carbon project in southwest Madagascar using the Spectrum of Public Participation tool developed by the International Association for Public Participation. Trends of community participation at village meetings were assessed using the meeting records from 2014 to 2019. Performance in the project activities was assessed based on the indicators of success. It was learned that: (i) careful scheduling of meetings is crucial to avoid community fatigue; (ii) anonymous democratic votes are an effective, inclusive approach to address domination in a group activity and obtain informed consent; (iii) creating a comfortable space for women is vital to promote their participation in decision-making; (iv) voluntary approach with meal compensation is effective to engage all community groups in mangrove replanting; (v) competitive process is crucial to recruit motivated volunteers for mangrove forest patrols; and (vi) dissemination of patrol results is helpful in developing an adaptive strategy in the absence of effective enforcement of rules.
Egodocumentality of personal file: personality – mentality – world of values. On the example selected archives of the 20th century
Authors: Falkowski Piotr , Siuda Kamila
Published: December 2023

Personal files are documents, collected by the creating agencies, which reflect the course of a career path in each workplace. The source documents from the studied records are treated as egodocuments, because their authors tell stories about themselves. Preserved documents can be used to create biographies, analyse historical facts present in the lives of individual people, provide information about the surrounding world or help explain various complex processes – economic, sociological, etc. This article attempts to analyse personal files from the perspective of anthropological research, which in a certain way helps to get to know a person, their experiences and their understanding of reality.
Archival materials were selected using the representative method. A random sample was used, which involved selecting random items from a closed general collection. The general population in the study comprised personal files of Bydgoszcz City Hall employees from the interwar period, as well as personal files of members and dependants of the Society of Fighters for Freedom and Democracy Voivodeship Executive Board in Bydgoszcz. The selected files were used for an in-depth analysis in the context of egodocumentality aimed at understanding the author’s world of values. But does every resume or elaborate application give us enough information to precisely analyze someone in terms of their personality? Does it provide enough data to conduct research? Are the sources classified as egodocuments really what they appear to be? This article seeks to answer all these questions.
Eskişehir Osmangazi Üniversitesi Zooloji Müzesi sergi koleksiyonu tür listesi
Authors: CALISKAN Hakan
Published: December 2023

Biyoçeşitlilik müzeleri, sahip oldukları numuneler sayesinde yaşamı tanıtan birer biyolojik kütüphanelerdir. ESOGÜ Zooloji Müzesi Türkiye’de bulunan az sayıdaki biyoçeşitlilik müzelerinden birisidir. Kurulduğu 2007 yılından günümüze bir üniversite müzesi olarak hizmet vermektedir. Bu çalışma, ESOGÜ Zooloji Müzesi bünyesinde sergilenen türlerin ilk listesini hazırlayarak müzede var olan kayıtların paylaşıma açılması amaçlamaktadır.

Çalışmada 205 numune, 1987-2012 yılları arasında Türkiye’de 46 il ve 5 farklı yurt dışı ülkeden bir araya getirilmişlerdir. Numuneler için altı harf ve altı rakamdan oluşan bir kod düzeniyle envanter kayıt numaraları verilmiştir. Listede, türlerin şube, sınıf, takım ve familyalarına, toplandığı ya da elde edildiği tarih, lokalite ve toplayan kişi bilgisine yer verilmiştir.

Müzenin envanterine kayıtlı 21 411’i Insecta olmak üzere 24 241 numune bulunmaktadır. Kolleksiyona ait sergi salonunda Haziran 2023 itibariyle 698 örnek ziyaretçilere tanıtılmaktadır. Bunların içinde yer alan ve sergilenen ana koleksiyonu oluşturan Cnidaria, Mollusca, Arthropoda, Echinodermata, Chordata şubelerine ait 317 numunenin 205’i değerlendirilmiştir. Bu çalışma sonucunda 18 sınıf, 69 takım ve 136 familyaya ait 14'ü cins düzeyinde olmak üzere 169 tür listelenmiştir.
EVOLUTION OF TRIPLE AND QUADRUPLE HELIX MODEL TO QUINTUPLE HELIX MODEL: A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS
Authors: MUTLU Ceyhan , ARIKBOĞA Fatma Şebnem
Published: December 2023

The Quintuple Helix Model, which emphasises the significance of integrating National Innovation Systems with environmental and social awareness, is a novel concept in the literature. The Quintuple Helix Model is an innovation model that was developed after the Triple Helix Model, which expresses the importance of establishing a synergetic relationship between the university-industry-goverment triangle, and the Quadruple Helix Model, which was developed by including the element of society. Every aspect of this helix is critical to providing a sustainable competitive advantage and to the economic development of countries. Furthermore, by creating strong links between environmental factors and creativity, this model has a close relationship with multidisciplinary analysis, problem solving, and decision making abilities. The purpose of this research is to provide a knowledge of the topic by examining the process from the formation of the Quintuple Helix Model through its development, and then to analyse studies on this model using the bibliometric analysis approach.
A Review and Evaluation Study of Maximum Power Point Tracking Techniques for PV Systems
Authors: ALHAJ OMAR Fuad
Published: December 2023

The issue of improving the efficiency and effectiveness of PV (Photovoltaic) systems remains a concern for researchers and manufacturers who aim to make these systems cost-effective, thereby encouraging their wider adoption. To achieve this goal, increasing the efficiency of the PV generation system by implementing the Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) system has been proposed. Enhancing the energy output from the PV system is considered a crucial aspect of improving efficiency, as it will lead to increased revenue. Consequently, the cost of the generated energy is reduced, approaching that of energy produced by conventional systems based on fossil fuels. This review paper discusses conventional MPPT techniques designed to extract the maximum available power from PV panels operating under uniform environmental conditions. Subsequently, it highlights why these techniques often fail to perform adequately under partial shading conditions. Following this, modern MPPT techniques explicitly designed to operate under non-uniform and partial shading conditions are analyzed.
Patentes de invención e inteligencia artificial en Argentina. El caso DABUS
Authors: Siniscalchi Mariana
Published: December 2023

En el presente trabajo se intenta dilucidar qué sucedería si en la República Argentina se presentara una solicitud de patente o de modelo de utilidad en la que se declarara como inventor a una inteligencia artificial (IA) que haya actuado de forma autónoma sin la intervención de un inventor humano, aplicando las normas vigentes. Este caso –hipotético todavía en este país– ya ha sido planteado ante algunas oficinas de patentes de distintos territorios. Se brinda un esbozo sobre la definición de lo que se entiende por IA, se indica el marco jurídico que rige las invenciones en Argentina, y se analiza la posibilidad de considerar a la IA como inventor. A continuación, se resume lo decidido por las oficinas y tribunales de otros países en los que ya se han presentado solicitudes de patentes con estas características. Finalmente, se exponen las conclusiones y se realizan recomendaciones para una reforma legislativa.
La recuperación del espacio educativo por parte de la Iglesia católica durante el período 1930-1946
Authors: Fabián Jorge Luis
Published: December 2023

En la década de 1930 la Iglesia católica buscó recuperar el espacio educativo público que había resignado desde la implementación del proyecto liberal de fines del siglo XIX el cual se enmarcó en un proceso de secularización del Estado. En este período se observa como distintos representantes del nacionalismo católico, ocupan cargos directivos en organismos vinculados al ámbito educativo, como el Consejo Nacional de Educación, a la vez que la jerarquía eclesiástica empieza a intensificar sus manifestaciones sobre la importancia de la implementación de la enseñanza religiosa. Entre 1930 y 1946 se puede observar la conformación de una alianza entre los gobiernos de orden constitucional y de facto con la Iglesia para buscar legitimar su poder debido a su origen fraudulento o a su llegada mediante un golpe de Estado. El presente trabajo, pretende indagar sobre cómo se fue construyendo el discurso que logró reposicionar a la Iglesia en el ámbito educativo observando las medidas implementadas, pero también a partir de las manifestaciones de sus funcionarios y de la jerarquía eclesiástica que poco a poco fue logrando establecer su proyecto educativo.
ANALIZA SMANJENJA SISTEMSKE INERCIJE U EES -U SRBIJE ZA RAZLIČITE SCENARIJE RAZVOJA INSTALISANIH KAPACITETA OIE I DOPRINOS VETROELEKTRANA REGULACIJI FREKVENCIJE
Authors:   GO2POWER SERBIA, Ašćerić Milica , Džodić Kristina ,   University of Belgrade, School of Electrical Engineering, Serbia, Đurišić Željko ,   University of Belgrade, School of Electrical Engineering, Serbia
Published: December 2023

Unlike conventional aggregates in thermal and hydropower plants, modern production capacities based on renewable energy sources (RES) are connected to the grid through power electronics devices, making them insensitive to changes in the grid frequency. The increasing share of RES in total electricity generation and the simultaneous decommissioning of conventional production units result in a reduction of the system's natural inertia, faster changes, and more significant frequency decay in case of disturbances, and the system frequency stability is jeopardized. The paper evaluates the system inertia constant of the Serbian power system for various perspective scenarios, detects critical operating conditions when the contribution to the overall inertia of the interconnection is low, and suggests the inclusion of wind power plants in frequency regulation as a possible solution. Through dynamic simulations, the effect of reducing inertia on the frequency change in the system was demonstrated, and the possible contribution of wind power plants to stabilizing the frequency response was analyzed.
Primena širinske pretrage i georeferenciranja za određivanje optimalne trase dalekovoda
Authors:   „Elektromreža Srbije”  ad, Ristić Vladan , Šošić Darko ,   University of Belgrade, School of Electrical Engineering, Ristić Dragana
Published: December 2023

The transition through which the entirety of energy sector is passing at the moment causes the shift from the conventional generation capacities, based on fossil fuels, towards the renewable sources and sustainable energy production. This, in turn, can lead to the need for constructing the new transmission infrastructure, necessary for the evacuation of the produced energy and mitigation of the potential overloading of the existing elements. In order to evaluate the impact of the proposed new projects, the engineers need to have the proper information regarding the technical characteristics of those projects, with this, for the power lines, meaning as accurate the estimation of the line length as possible. This estimation is rather difficult to perform even for the experts, with some of them frequently turning towards the empirical methods instead. To avoid that, this paper proposes a technique for approximation of the length of the line connecting the two specified nodes of the grid, founded on the breadth-first search principle and the georeferenced projection of the system. This allows the inclusion of the zones through which the route cannot pass, such as the cities or the protected habitats, and also provides opportunity to expand the common two-dimensional definition of line’s length to the three-dimensional space, since the heights of the terrain sections can also be included. That, together with the ease of modifications for application on the various systems, could make this method a powerful tool for the system planning engineers, mitigating the risk of the potential errors that would be caused by the misestimations of the parameters of the new overhead lines.
Energetska efikasnost domaćinstva sa toplotnom pumpom i solarnom elektranom
Authors:   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences, Simendić Zoran , Švenda Goran ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences, Latas Tatjana , Mraović Dalibor
Published: December 2023

The paper considered a household with a solar panel and a heat pump. Depending on the consumption and production of electricity, the flow of energy through the electric meter is in both directions. The possibilities and economic justification of the application of the considered integrated system were compared with the household heating systems that are commonly used in the Republic of Serbia. The analysis and presented results are based on measurements that were carried out at the prosumer in Elektrodistribucija Sombor.
Uticaj solarnih panela na gubitke u niskonaponskoj mreži
Authors:   Elektrodistribucija Srbije, Spremić Siniša , Antonić Aleksandar ,   Elektrodistribucija Srbije
Published: December 2023

The largest part of technical losses of electricity in electricity distribution are technical losses in low-voltage lines. Technical losses of electricity are losses that occur in the distribution of electricity from transformers to consumers in electrical distribution equipment. Commercial losses include unauthorized use of electricity and losses due to errors in measuring equipment. The main source of technical losses of electricity is caused by the flow of electric current through conductors. Solar panels installed by consumers can affect the reduction of losses by reducing the flow of electric current, i.e. of electricity through low-voltage lines. The presentation of the assumed daily diagram of the symmetrical load of the lowvoltage line is given with the calculation of losses per hour with and without the influence of solar panels. Solar panels effects are also shown in the daily diagram, as well as the voltage values at the end of the low-voltage line. In the calculation, an equivalent line with half the length and full hourly load is used for the lowvoltage line.
Controlled Integral Frames for Hilbert C*-Modules
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, University of Ibn Tofail, Morocco, LABRIGUI HATIM , KABBAJ SAMIR ,   Department of Mathematics, University of Ibn Tofail, Morocco
Published: December 2023

The notion of controlled frames for Hilbert spaces were introduced by Balazs, Antoine and Grybos to improve the numerical eﬃciency of iterative algorithms for inverting the frame operator. Controlled frame theory has a great revolution in recent years. This theory have been extended from Hilbert spaces to Hilbert C∗-modules. In this paper we introduce and study the extension of this notion to integral frame for Hilbert C∗-modules. Also we give some characterizations between integral frame in Hilbert C∗-modules.
SEXUAL ABUSE IN CHILDHOOD: RELATIONSHIP WITH POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER
Authors: Konstantopoulou Georgia , Vangeli Eleni , Polyzou Evangelia , Mavroeidi Eleni
Published: December 2023

This study is a systems research that aims to investigate whether children who have been sexually abused develop post-traumatic stress disorder. Research has shown that traumatic events in a person's life such as an accident, a natural disaster, and sexual abuse are directly related to the development of PTSD, as demonstrated by the research used in this thesis. The paper was guided by PRISMA 2020, which helped guide the research. The surveys used for the paper were 8 (n=8) and involved children who had been sexually abused between the ages of 1-17 and developed PTSD and in some cases in co-morbidity with other mental disorders. The surveys were briefly analyzed and then converted into tables for easier understanding. An important finding from the surveys is that children who have been sexually abused over the age of 6 have higher rates of PTSD and also higher rates than children who have been diagnosed with PTSD but have not been sexually abused. Surely, several factors such as gender, age, and frequency play a role in the development and comorbidity of mental disorders. Of course, as child sexual abuse is a sensitive and topical problem, further research is necessary as well as the development of a treatment focused on child sexual abuse.
 

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Cierre percutáneo de conducto arterioso persistente con dispositivo amplatzer vascular plug ii en un recién nacido . Reporte de caso
Authors: Aguilar Jesus Francisco Montalvo , Hernández Martha Guadalupe Rojas , Sandoval Antonio Salgado , Arizmendí Ramón Alejandro Flores , Aguilar Humberto García , Delgado Raymundo Noé Delgado
Published: December 2023

El cierre percutáneo del conducto arterioso persistente se ha convertido en el método de elección en la mayoría de pacientes al tener menor número de riesgos. El Amplatzer Vascular Plug II, es un dispositivo que no contiene material trombogénico en  su interior, diseñado inicialmente para embolizar malformaciones vasculares arteriovenosas periféricas. Se presenta el caso de un recién nacido de 7 días de vida, con presencia de cianosis al nacimiento, ingresado en UCIN, en fase III de ventilación; a la exploración con soplo sistólico continuo y pulsos periféricos incrementados de amplitud; se realiza ecocardiograma evidenciando conducto arterioso con repercusión hemodinámica importante; durante hospitalización con evolución insidiosa, ameritando parametros altos de ventilación y cursando con lesión renal aguda, por lo que no se realizó cierre farmacológico. Posterior con datos de inestabilidad hemodinámica determinándose cierre percutáneo con dispositivo AVP II 6mm, después de procedimiento intervencionista se extuba de forma electiva a las 24 horas. El ecocardiograma de control con dispositivo bien posicionado, sin obstrucción de arco aórtico. Se da seguimiento por la consulta externa hasta el año de edad, con adecuada evolución clínica. Existen pocos reportes que hagan referencia al uso del dispositivo tipo AVP II para cierre de conducto arterioso en la edad pediátrica, por lo que se presenta este caso para demostrar la efectividad en recién nacidos dadas sus características estructurales.
On Double Laplace-Shehu Transform and its Properties with Applications
Authors: HUNAIBER Mona , AL-AATI Alı
Published: December 2023

In this paper, we introduce a new method for solving some partial differential equations called double Laplace-Shehu transform, some useful properties for the transform are presented. In addition, we use this transform to solve the Laplace, Poisson, Wave and Heat equations and find Laplace-Shehu transform for some functions.
Revisiting Probabilistic Relation Analysis: Using Probabilistic Relation Graphs for Relational Similarity Analysis of Words in Short Texts
Authors: ALNAHAS Dima , ATEŞ Abdullah , AYDIN Ahmet Arif , ALAGÖZ Barış Baykant
Published: December 2023

Relation graphs provide useful tools for structural and relational analyses of highly complex multi-component systems. Probabilistic relation graph models can represent relations between system components by their probabilistic links. These graph types have been widely used for the graphical representation of Markov models and bigram probabilities. This study presents an implication of relational similarities within probabilistic graph models of textual entries. The article discusses several utilization examples of two fundamental similarity measures in the probabilistic analysis of short texts. To this end, the construction of probabilistic graph models by using bigram probability matrices of textual entries is illustrated, and vector spaces of input word-vectors and output word-vectors are formed. In this vector space, the utilization of cosine similarity and mean squared error measures are demonstrated to evaluate the probabilistic relational similarity between lexeme pairs in short texts. By using probabilistic relation graphs of the short texts, relational interchangeability analyses of lexeme pairs are conducted, and confidence index parameters are defined to express the reliability of these analyses. Potential applications of these graphs in language processing and linguistics are discussed on the basis of the analysis results of example texts. The performance of the applied similarity measures is evaluated in comparison to the similarity index of the word2vec language model. Results of the comparative study in one of the illustrative examples reveal that synonyms with 0.18157 word2vec similarity value scored 1.0 cosine similarity value according to the proposed method.
Modern approach to the organization of career guidance work in the Pre-University of Voronezh State Medical University named after N.N. Burdenko
Authors: Yesaulenko I. E. , Libina I. I. , Berezhnova T. A. , Natarova E. S.
Published: December 2023

The article considers a modern approach to the organization of career guidance and pre-university training with schoolchildren conducted at a medical university, which allows to promote professional self-determination of high school students at the stage of choosing a profession, the formation of personal and professional competencies that contribute to admission to medical and pharmaceutical education programs. The purpose of the work is to present the experience of implementing and implementing the model of career guidance work “School – Pre–University – University” on the example of the Pre-University of VSMU named after N.N. Burdenko for the formation of a career-oriented and high-quality contingent of students. Materials and methods: in the course of the research, an analytical method was used, including the analysis of experience and systematization of published scientific and methodological literature on the implementation of professional orientation of schoolchildren. The results of the study. Career guidance work at the higher medical school should be systematic and dynamic, taking into account the factors of personal growth, motivation of schoolchildren. Only in this case, career guidance will be comprehensive and will ensure a continuous process of professionalization at the pre-university stage of medical education. Conclusion: at the pre-university stage of education, an important role is assigned to Pre-universities. Professional orientation and training of students of the medical Pre-University provides the highest quality preparation of specialized training and the formation of the motivational potential of the student for the future profession.
Analisis Pentingnya Parafrase pada Penulisan Artikel Ilmiah Sebagai Upaya Menghindari Plagiarisme
Authors: Lubis Fitriani , Silaban Andreas Fernandes , Siregar Anna Sari Asbabul Jannah , Girsang Aulia Angraini , Situmorang Desi Natalye Br. , Purba Grace Silvia Anastasia , Siregar Novita Angelin , Devi Tiara Andra
Published: December 2023

Paraphrasing is the process of conveying an idea by elaborating on different words while maintaining the meaning or message of the original source. It is crucial to retain key information and main ideas from the original source, but the use of sentence structure, grammar, and word choice must be altered in such a way that it still adheres to the formal academic language standards of scholarly articles. This study aims to explore the role of paraphrasing in preventing plagiarism. The research employs a qualitative method with a literature review approach, utilizing data obtained from accredited scholarly articles. The findings indicate that paraphrasing plays a significant role in avoiding plagiarism and facilitates readers in comprehending the conveyed ideas. Consequently, it can be concluded that paraphrasing enhances the originality, maintains coherence, and ensures clarity in scholarly articles.
Strategi BUMDes untuk Meningkatkan Kolaborasi Lintas Agama: Studi Kasus di Desa Kulu, Pekalongan
Authors: Hasanah Hilmatul , Jupriyanti Soffiyana Dwi
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this study is to examine how the cooperation between Village Owned Enterprises (BUMDes) of Kulu and local entrepreneur, Mr. Joko, in managing the Ratu Bali Coffee (RBC) cafe in Kulu Village. The research methods used are case studies through interviews, observations, and documentation. The results of the study showed that this cooperation resulted in benefits for various parties, namely BumDes Kulu and Pak Joko, as well as the surrounding communities. Where they get the opportunity to grow their business, and the surrounding community gets the opportunity to engage in its economic and social activities. In addition, this cooperation also demonstrates religious tolerance, where RBC cafes are able to create a comfortable environment for everyone regardless of religious and cultural background. So that this cooperation can be maintained and improved by improving the quality of products, services, expanding social networks, and developing more innovative and creative cafes.
INFLUENCE OF DUST EMISSION EMITTED FROM THE SURFACE QUARRY OF TECHNICAL STONE ON AIR QUALITY
Authors:   “PPG” d.o.o.Sarajevo, Bektašević Ekrem , Gutić Kemal ,   Rudarsko-geološko-građevinski fakultet, UniversityofTuzla, Kadrić Reuf ,   JP Autoceste FBiH Mostar, Kadrić Sead ,   “FM INŽENJERING”d.o.o. Sarajevo, Sikira Denijal ,   “FM INŽENJERING”d.o.o. Sarajevo
Published: December 2023

Utjecaji eksploatacije i obrade tehničkog kamena na okoliš mogu imati različite razine emisija i devastacije okoliša ovisno o primijenjenom tehnološkom procesu dobivanja stijenske mase i proizvodnje kamenih agregata, reljefu, klimatskim uvjetima, primijenjenim mjerama zaštite okoliša i tehnološkoj disciplini. Primarni utjecaj radnih procesa na okoliš pri površinskoj eksploataciji i obradi tehničkog kamena očituje se kroz emisije mineralne prašine. Kako bi se utvrdio utjecaj eksploatacije tehničkog kamena na onečišćenje zraka, izvršen je proračun emisije prašine prema EPA metodologiji iz površinskog kopa koji povremeno ili nikada ne koristi kontrolu emisije prašine tijekom procesa proizvodnje i obrade tehničkog kamena. kako bi se procijenio njegov utjecaj na kvalitetu zraka.
Exploring WhatsApp as Teaching and Learning Activities during Covid-19/New Normal era: A Semiotic Technology Analysis
Authors:   Hasanuddin University, Indonesia, Yaumi Muhammad Taufik Al Hakim , Rahman Fathu ,   Hasanuddin University, Indonesia, Sahib Harlinah ,   Hasanuddin University, Indonesia
Published: December 2023

In the landscape of modern education, the integration of technology, particularly within language learning, has gained substantial scholarly attention. Among digital platforms, WhatsApp has undergone a notable transformation, evolving from a basic messaging application to a versatile social hub. Its role expanded significantly during the Covid-19 pandemic, becoming a pivotal tool for online teaching and learning activities, prevalent not only in higher education but also across secondary levels. While existing studies have predominantly focused on user interaction within WhatsApp, limited attention has been directed toward the technical aspects or the application’s usage in the teaching and learning process. This research aims to comprehensively explore WhatsApp’s potential as a facilitator for English language studies, employing a semiotic multimodal analysis approach guided by Poulsen’s seminal work on semiotic technology. The study delves into WhatsApp’s intricate network of semiotic resources, semiotic regimes, and interactions, unveiling the complex interplay between language elements, multimodal features, and cultural aspects within this digital realm. Through the lens of semiotics, multimodal studies, and social semiotics, this investigation endeavors to offer a holistic understanding of WhatsApp’s use as an educational tool, shedding light on its multifaceted role in contemporary educational contexts.
Implementation of Management Strategy in the Development of Dental Health Services for the Indonesian Maritime Community
Authors:   Universitas Hang Tuah, Jalan Arief Rachman Hakim No. 150, Surabaya, Indonesia, Lelyana Nora
Published: December 2023

Aim: This qualitative research aims to explore the key geographical and demographic characteristics of the Indonesian maritime community and their impact on dental health services. Research Method: This research will utilize secondary data sources such as existing studies, reports, and statistical data to analyze the geographical and demographic characteristics of the Indonesian maritime community. Research Findings: The Indonesian maritime community faces complex challenges in dental health services, influenced by factors like access, social and cultural determinants, rural health, and oral health policies. Addressing these challenges requires expanding access, strengthening the dental workforce, and implementing policies that promote oral health. Socioeconomic factors, cultural beliefs, and geographic location significantly influence dental health within the Indonesian maritime community, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions. Evaluating the effectiveness of policies and initiatives related to dental health services is important in reducing disparities and identifying areas for improvement. To implement effective management strategies for dental health services, healthcare management theories, social determinants of health, and collaboration and partnerships are necessary to address the unique challenges in this community. Conclusion: Implementing a management strategy that addresses the challenges in dental health services within the Indonesian maritime community is essential for improving oral health outcomes. Collaboration and partnerships, along with targeted interventions based on socioeconomic and cultural factors, are key to achieving this goal.
Empowerment of Village Owned Enterprises in Business Unit Management in Bangli Regency
Authors:   Faculty of Law, Warmadewa University, Denpasar, Indonesia, Putu Widiati Ida Ayu , Puspasutari Ujianti Ni Made ,   Faculty of Law, Warmadewa University, Denpasar, Indonesia, Permatasari Indah Permatasari ,   Faculty of Law, Warmadewa University, Denpasar, Indonesia, Arya Wijaya I Ketut Kasta ,   Faculty of Law, Warmadewa University, Denpasar, Indonesia
Published: December 2023

Village-Owned Enterprise (BUMDES) is formed by the Village Government under Village Regulations to utilize all economic potential, institutions, as well as potential natural and human resources in order to improve the welfare of Village community. The problems studied in this research are related to the implementation of business unit management at Village -Owned Enterprises in Bangli Regency and efforts to empower it in Bangli Regency. This research is conducted to examine and analyze the implementation of the business unit management of Village BUM and efforts to empower Village BUM in Bangli Regency. This research is an empirical legal research using data collection techniques of observation, document studies, and interviews. The results of the research show that of the various types of Village BUM businesses, only savings and loan businesses are running effectively. Types of business that have not been running effectively/optimally are caused by several factors, namely limited capital, skillsskills of Human Resources (HR) are not yet in accordance with the business unit being managed, and determination of business units that are not accompanied by an in-depth analysis of village potential. A total of 22 (twenty-two) Village BUM encountered obstacles in the legal entity process due to problems in financial accountability report, the organizational structure of the Village BUM was not in accordance with regulations and was not equipped with personnel and filling Ledger. Efforts to empower Village BUM in Bangli Regency are carried out through fostering and developing Village BUM, by exploring and analyzing village potential, increasing human resource capacity in the form of financial management training, increasing capital through cooperation/business partners with other parties, and intensifying legal status of Village BUM.
Employment Training in Employee Performance Improvement: SLR
Authors:   Faculty of Economics and Business, State University of Malang, Wardhani Herlina Kusuma , Sopiah Sopiah ,   Faculty of Economics and Business, State University of Malang
Published: December 2023

Training is a concept in human resource management that includes tasks with clear instructions intended to enhance abilities. This study is aimed at finding out the impact of job training on improving employee performance. The purpose of this Systematic Literature Review is to combine various studies related to job training in an effort to improve employee performance. This research was compiled using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta Analysis of studies related to the effect of job training on improving employee performance. Data were obtained from Science Direct, Emerald, and Google Schoolar websites. The results of this study indicate that there is a positive and significant influence between training and employee performance. Training attended by employees can improve their ability to carry out their duties, so that employee performance also increases. The right training method will be easily understood and understood by employees.
The Influence of Technology Acceptance, Social Factors, Risk Perceptions on Attitudes and Intentions to Purchase (Study on Shopee Mobile Application Users)
Authors:   Master of Management Study Program, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Lampung, Indonesia, Novita Sari, , Satria Bangsawan, ,   Master of Management Study Program, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Lampung, Indonesia, Yuniarti Fihartini, ,   Master of Management Study Program, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Lampung, Indonesia
Published: December 2023

Internet transformation plays an important role in influencing consumer behavior and habits in society. One of the changes that has occurred in society can be seen in the way people shop online using the Shopee mobile application. This phenomenon is supported by the emergence of many e-commerce mobile applications that can make it easier for people to shop online. These factors ultimately increase and promote people's online shopping habits using mobile applications. This research aims to determine the factors that influence user attitudes and purchase intentions among Indonesian people in using the Shopee mobile application through the TAM theoretical model which is expanded with social factors and risk perception to investigate the determining factors that influence users' attitudes towards using the Shopee mobile application. Data collection was carried out using an online survey method with purposive sampling technique. The research sample consisted of 322 respondents with the characteristics of knowing and understanding the Shopee cellular application and being over 17 years old. Data analysis used SEM-AMOS with the help of AMOS 24 software. The research results show that of the nine hypotheses proposed, seven hypotheses were accepted and two hypotheses were rejected. Perceived ease and perceived usefulness are proven to have a positive and significant influence on attitudes towards using the Shopee mobile application and directly mediate the intention to purchase. Environmental influence and peer influence have a positive and significant effect on attitudes which ultimately influence intention to purchase. Risk perception is proven to have an insignificant influence on attitudes towards using the Shopee mobile application and intention to purchase
Article RETRACTED due to manipulation by t Physical Fitness: Effects of active lifestyle internalization through physical literacy awarenes based project
Authors: Mashud Mashud , Arifin Syamsul , Warni Herita , Samodra Y Touvan Juni , Yosika Ghana Firsta , Basuki Sunarno , Suryadi Didi , Suyudi Imam
Published: December 2023

Background and Study Aim. Physical fitness is an important indicator of the current and future health status of college students. But in reality, there are still many issues with poor physical fitness. Therefore, this study aims to determine and examine how internalizing an active lifestyle through physical literacy awareness based on project-based learning can improve physical fitness. Materials and Methods. This research uses the experimental method of the times-series type (equivalent times-series design). The population as well as the research sample were all physical education students of Lambung Mangkurat University, even in the 2022–2023 semester of programming physical literacy courses, totaling 140 people. The research sample was divided into three classes: 1) class A-1, numbered 48; 2) class A-2, numbered 45; and 3) class A-3, numbered 47. The three classes received intervention in lectures in the form of internalizing an active lifestyle through project-based learning and physical literacy awareness. The data collection instrument in this study was the TKPN (Student Fitness Test Nusantara) test in 2022. Data analysis using the SPSS version 26 application.  Results. The results showed that there was an increase in physical fitness after treatment. The results can be seen from the mean value of test 3 which is 3.376 greater than the value of test 1 which is 2.936 and in test 2 the mean value is 3.051. Next, the results of further tests using the Tukey test show a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05, so there is no significant difference between test 1 and test 2.  Conclusions. The results of the study provide information that internalizing an active lifestyle through project-based learning and physical literacy awareness can improve physical fitness. So that these results can be utilized and applied in physical education, especially to maintain physical fitness.
Keywords: Physical fitness, active lifestyle, physical literacy, project-based learning
Vitamin D and Calcium Levels among Women of Reproductive Age Group from Northern India
Authors: Singh Neetu , Kumar Dileep , Gupta Anil Kumar , Mishra Sudhir Ramkishore , Yadav Ganesh , Srivastava Mohit Kishore
Published: December 2023

Background: Vitamin D deficiency has been related to poor bone health, increased risk of PIH, obstructed labour, vaginosis and LBW baby among women of reproductive age. Aims &Objectives: To evaluate the serum calcium and vitamin D levels of reproductive age group women and their relation with sociodemographic parameters. Material &Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among non-pregnant and non-lactating women aged 15-49 years, attending the OPD for any musculoskeletal complaints. The study participants were subjected to a pretested questionnaire for capturing information regarding their sociodemographic parameters. Non fasting blood samples were obtained for biochemical analysis of serum vitamin D and calcium. Results: The mean serum vitamin D and calcium levels were 20.94±10.61 ng/ml and 4.82±0.87 mg/dl respectively. The median serum vitamin D levels were 18.1 ng/ml with IQR of 12.43-28.00 ng/ml. The median serum vitamin D levels were significantly less among women residing in rural area and those who were unmarried/separated. Vitamin D level were highest in middle and lowest in upper socioeconomic status (p=0.007). Conclusion: Vitamin D deficiency is more pronounced among women from rural background and those who were unmarried/separated. These women are susceptible to development of osteoporosis and pregnancy related complications in later age.
Public Health perspectives on Cryptocurrency: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Authors: Ramanathan Vanisree , Tripathi Shailesh , Bhattacharya Sudip , Varshney Saurabh
Published: December 2023

Digital currencies like bitcoin utilize encryption to secure financial transactions, verify their legitimacy, and limit supply. Because there is no central authority over it, like a government or bank, we say that it is decentralized. Instead, cryptocurrency transactions are recorded on a public digital ledger called a blockchain, which serves as a decentralized database that records all transactions made with the currency.(1) The use of cryptography ensures that the transactions are secure and anonymous, making it difficult to counterfeit or double-spend the currency. On online exchanges, cryptocurrencies can be purchased and traded, and they can also be used to purchase products and services online.(2)
There are risks and hurdles associated with cryptocurrencies, including as their volatility, regulatory ambiguity, and security concerns, even though they have the potential to revolutionize the way we think about money and banking. As with any investment or financial decision, it is important to do your research and consult with experts before investing in cryptocurrencies. There are many different types of cryptocurrencies, with new ones being created regularly.(1) Here are some of the most common types:
Effect of Doun Palm Mesocarp Meal (Hyphaene Thebaica) As Partial Replacement for Maize on Growth Performance and Haematological Indices of Weaned Pigs
Authors:   Department of Animal Nutrition and Biochemistry, Sumitra Research Institute, Gujarat, India, John Alagbe Olujimi , Anorue Daniel Nnadozie ,   Department of Animal Science, University of Abuja, Nigeria
Published: December 2023

The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of Doum palm mesocarp meal (DPMM) as partial replacement for maize on the growth performance and heamatological indices of weaned pigs. A total of 50 crossbred pigs with an initial weight of 7.12 ± 0.01 kg and weaned at 21 days of age were individually housed in pens and fed five experimental diets. Diet 1 (Corn based diet without doum palm mesocarp meal, DPMM was used to partially replace maize at 5 %, 10 %, 15 % and 2% in diet 2, 3, 4 and 5 respectively. The experimental diet were adequate in all nutrients and fed ad libitum for 56 days in a completely randomized design. DPPM contained crude protein (6.09 %), crude fibre (11.49 %), ether extract (1.75 %), ash (6.26 %) and energy (2933.7 kcal/kg). Average weight gain, average daily feed intake and feed conversion ratio were not influenced (P>0.05) by dietary treatments. Pack cell volume, red blood cell, platelet, mean platelet volume, mean corpuscular volume, mean corpuscular haemoglobin, mean corpuscular haemoglobin concentration, white blood cell, neutrophils, basophils, monocytes and lymphocytes were higher (P>0.05) in T3, T4 and T5 than in T1 and T2. All values were within optimum ranges for healthy pigs. Result showed that DPMM can be used to partially replace maize up to 20 % without negatively affecting the performance and health status of weaned pigs.