bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
How Resilient Are Firms’ Financial Reporting Processes to the Sudden Loss of a CFO? Evidence from Sudden Deaths
Authors: McVay Sarah E. , Rabier MaryJane R.
Published: February 2025

We examine how resilient firms’ financial reporting processes are to the sudden death of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO)—a plausibly exogenous shock that allows us to provide insights on the role of the CFO while abstracting away from the endogenous nature of CFO employment. We find that the likelihood of an adverse reporting event—a delayed SEC filing or ex post restatement—doubles in the year following the event, on average. The financial process is less resilient in more complex firms and more resilient in firms with stronger internal controls and highly educated employees. Sudden CEO deaths, in contrast, have no discernible impact on adverse financial reporting events. Collectively, our study highlights the value of the CFO on the financial reporting process as well as potential financial reporting benefits of CFO contingency plans.

Data Availability: Data are available from the sources cited in the text.

JEL Classifications: M40.
1-hour Oral Glucose Tolerance Test for the Postpartum Reclassification of Women with Hyperglycemia in Pregnancy
Authors: Retnakaran Ravi , Ye Chang , K Kramer Caroline , J Hanley Anthony , W Connelly Philip , Sermer Mathew , Zinman Bernard
Published: February 2025

OBJECTIVE: The International Diabetes Federation recently endorsed a 1-hour oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) as more convenient than the conventional 2-hour OGTT. In practice, women with hyperglycemia in pregnancy are advised to undergo a 2-hour OGTT within 6-months after delivery but this test is often not completed, partly owing to its inconvenience for busy mothers. Recognizing the potential advantage of the 1-hour OGTT in this setting, we sought to compare 1-hour and 2-hour OGTT glucose measurements at 3-months postpartum as predictors of dysglycemia (pre-diabetes/diabetes) over the first 5-years postpartum. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: Three-hundred-and-sixty-nine women across a range of glucose tolerance in pregnancy (from normoglycemia to gestational diabetes (GDM)) underwent multi-sample 2-hour 75g OGTTs at 3-months, 1-year, 3-years and 5-years postpartum. Glucose measurements from the 3-month OGTT were ranked as predictors of dysglycemia (both criteria) by change in concordance index (CCI) of Cox proportional hazard regression models. RESULTS: At the 3-month OGTT, 1-hour glucose identified all but 10 of 70 women concurrently diagnosed with dysglycemia by 2-hour glucose, while diagnosing an additional 96 women. The cumulative incidence of dysglycemia progressively increased over 5-years by tertile of 1-hour glucose on the 3-month OGTT (p<0.0001). On regression analyses, the strongest predictor of dysglycemia was 1-hour glucose (change in CCI: 16.1%), followed by 2-hour glucose (14.9%). In women with GDM, 1-hour glucose again emerged as strongest predictor of dysglycemia (13.0%), followed by 2-hour glucose (12.8%). CONCLUSION: The 1-hour OGTT may offer a strategy for increasing rates of postpartum reclassification following hyperglycemia in pregnancy.
Adaptation of dose-prescription for vestibular schwannoma radiosurgery taking body contouring method and heterogeneous material into account
Authors: Fager Marcus , Gubanski Michael , Carlsson Tedgren Åsa , Benmakhlouf Hamza
Published: February 2025

Background: Majority of vestibular schwannoma (VS) patients have undergone gamma-knife radiosurgery (GKRS) with favorable results. Clinical evidence is derived from doses calculated with a type-a algorithm, which in this case assumes all material to be water. A type-b algorithm (Convolution algorithm [CA]) taking tissue heterogeneity into account is available. Historically, body contour is defined using a 16-point approximation, whereas modern softwares generate the body from Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). The accuracy in dose-calculation algorithms (DCA) and contouring method (CM) will have a significant influence in the relation between clinical outcome and dosimetric data. The objective was to investigate the impact of DCA and CMs on dose distribution while preserving treatment conditions.
Methods: Treatment plans for 16 VS patients were recalculated in terms of DCA and CM. The difference in the dose covering 99% of the VS (DVS99%) depending on CM and DCA was estimated. The difference in DVS99% was used to adopt the prescription of new CA-based plans. CA-plans were recalculated to TMR10 to evaluate clinical treatability, as clinical evidence is derived from TMR10-doses.
Results: Both CM and DCA had a significant impact on the dose to VS and surrounding structures. CM altered the doses homogenously by 2.1–3.3%, whereas DCA heterogeneously by 5.0–10.7%. An increase of 9.1[8.1, 10.0]% was found for DVS99% and the CA-plans recalculated into TMR10 resulted in clinically treatable plans.
Interpretation: We conclude that transferring to more modern algorithms that take tissue heterogeneity into account heterogeneously alter dose distributions. This work establishes a safe pathway to adopt prescription dose for VS while preserving clinical treatability.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices towards Leprosy among Nurses around Semarang, Indonesia
Authors: P Riyanto , PD Kurniasih , A Mayasari , DM Putri , LE Triastuti , NN Ulfa , DP Meiliani , L Agnes
Published: February 2025

Introduction: Leprosy, a debilitating chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae, remains a public health
challenge globally. Indonesia, with 14,376 new cases in 2023, is a WHO priority country. Nurses are crucial in leprosy patient
care; however, insufficient knowledge can lead to fear and discrimination.
Aim: To analyze the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of nurses in Semarang towards leprosy.
Methods: This cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted from January to February 2025, involving 50 nurses working
in hospitals and primary healthcare facilities in Semarang. Data on age, gender, origin, knowledge, attitudes, and practices
were collected using a questionnaire. Microsoft Excel was used for data analysis and presentation.
Results: The study revealed that 28% of nurses had high knowledge, 62% moderate knowledge, and 10% low knowledge
regarding leprosy. In terms of attitudes and practices, 56% demonstrated positive attitudes and practices, while 42% were
neutral. No participants exhibited negative or undetermined attitudes and practices.
Conclusion: While over half of the nurses demonstrated a moderate level of knowledge and generally positive attitudes
and practices toward leprosy, the study revealed misunderstandings, particularly about transmission and prevention.
These findings emphasize the need for targeted educational interventions to bridge knowledge gaps and enhance leprosy
management among nurses.
COMPETENCIAS DIGITALES Y PRODUCTIVIDAD LABORAL DEL ÁREA COMERCIAL EN UNA ENTIDAD DE LIMA-PERÚ
Authors: Casas-Quiñones Sandy Maricruz , Atahua-Vergara Karen Elizabeth , Huachaca-Urbina Antonio
Published: February 2025

En un entorno empresarial altamente competente, las competencias digitales emergen como un componente crucial para el avance de la productividad laboral en las estructuras empresariales. En este estudio se propuso como objetivo determinar la relación entre las competencias digitales y la productividad laboral del área comercial en una entidad financiera de Lima-Perú. Asimismo, con la finalidad de realizar un análisis más detallado, se desglosaron la variable competencias digitales en tres dimensiones: la comunicación, seguridad y resolución de problemas. Por otro lado, la variable de productividad laboral se fraccionó en otras tres dimensiones: la eficiencia, efectividad y adaptabilidad. Dentro del aspecto metodológico, la investigación se realizó con un enfoque cuantitativo, con un alcance correlacional y se empleó un diseño no experimental transeccional; los colaboradores fueron 58 asesores del área comercial de una entidad financiera en cuestión a quienes se les administró un cuestionario tipo Likert conformado por 24 ítems, 12 para cada variable para la recopilación de datos. Los resultados revelaron que las competencias digitales se relacionan significativamente en la productividad laboral, con un coeficiente de Rho de Spearman de 0,533. A su vez, se identificó una relación directa y significativa entre la productividad y la resolución de problemas con un coeficiente Rho de Spearman de 0,650. Sin embargo, existe una brecha de los asesores entre la productividad y las dimensiones: comunicación y seguridad con los coeficientes de Spearman de 0,341 y 0,364 respectivamente; lo que evidencia la necesidad de perfeccionar los métodos de adquisición de habilidades. Se destaca especialmente el papel esencial de las competencias digitales en el ámbito privado, ofreciendo valiosas perspectivas para orientar futuras políticas y prácticas.
PAISAJES CROMÁTICOS Y ARQUITECTURA INFORMAL: EL COLOR EN LA CONFIGURACIÓN DE LA IMAGEN URBANA EN CIUDADES DE BOLIVIA
Authors: Quiñones María Renee , Cabrera Juan E.
Published: February 2025

El color en la arquitectura exterior y el paisaje urbano es un componente clave que influye en la percepción estética, emocional y funcional de las ciudades. Este artículo examina los patrones cromáticos de las fachadas en tres ciudades bolivianas (Cochabamba, Quillacollo y Sacaba), analizando cómo las dinámicas socioeconómicas, culturales y de informalidad económica configuran su imagen urbana. A través de métodos cualitativos y cuantitativos, se identificó el predominio de colores monocromáticos como rojo, amarillo, blanco y gris, influenciados por materiales de construcción y actividades económicas. En zonas comerciales, el color se vincula a estrategias de marketing, mientras que en áreas residenciales predomina una paleta más uniforme, reflejando tradiciones locales y condiciones económicas. La investigación destaca la falta de regulación cromática como un factor que contribuye a la diversidad visual, revelando cómo las decisiones estéticas no solo responden a preferencias individuales, sino también a fenómenos macroeconómicos y culturales que moldean la identidad visual de las ciudades.
Problem Based Learning-Oriented E-Module to Innovate Learning Activities in High School
Authors: Aladin  , Asrowi  , Santosa Eka Budhi
Published: February 2025

In the continuously evolving digital era, digital teaching materials in the form of e-modules have emerged as a promising alternative to enhance the effectiveness of learning, particularly in high schools. Furthermore, e-modules as instructional materials can be integrated with various innovative approaches and models of learning, such as problem-based learning. Therefore, this research aims to develop an innovative problem-based e-module for computer science education that is deemed suitable as a learning medium. The research method employed is research and development, adopting the ADDIE model. The research subjects include media experts, subject matter experts, instructional design experts, and students. Data collection is conducted through a media feasibility questionnaire, The data collection instrument uses a feasibility questionnaire for each expert, practitioner and student. As for data analysis was using descriptive percentages. The research findings indicate that the developed e-module received a "Very Good" rating from the experts, with an overall average score of 83%. Thus, this e-module is deemed suitable as a digital teaching material for computer science education. In conclusion, digital teaching materials in the form of e-modules have significant potential as effective learning media for computer science subjects and are considered capable of providing stimuli to enhance higher-order thinking skills for high school students. This e-Module can be an innovation in facilitating computer science learning for high school students.
Experimental Methods Improve Learning Outcomes on Human Respiratory System Material in Fifth Grade Elementary School Students
Authors: Septiana Khusnul Khotimah  , Farid Ahmadi
Published: February 2025

Students who feel bored in science and science learning activities impact low student learning outcomes. This research aims to analyze the influence and effectiveness of experimental methods on science and science learning outcomes regarding the respiratory system in class V elementary school. This research uses an experimental method with a quantitative approach. The design form of this research is a Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The population in this study was all fifth-grade elementary school students, totaling 121 students. The sampling technique used in this research was cluster sampling. The sample in this study was 50 students in the experimental class, 50 in the control class, and the remaining 21 in the test class. The methods used to collect data are tests, observation, interviews, documentation, and field notes. The instruments used to collect data were questionnaire sheets and test questions. The data analysis technique used in this research is inferential statistical analysis. The research results, namely the results of the t-test, show that the experimental method has an influence and is effectively used in improving the science and science learning outcomes of class V students on the human respiratory system. The results of the n-gain test showed an increase in understanding of IPAS in the control group, including in the medium category, and an increase in understanding of IPAS in the experimental group, including in the high category. It was concluded that the experimental method could improve science and science learning outcomes regarding the respiratory system in class V elementary school.
An Integration of Emotional Intelligence and Peers on Strengthing Buddhist Character
Authors: Julia Surya  , Puji Astuti Diah Arum , Kabri
Published: February 2025

Bad characteristics, such as greed, arrogance, hatred, laziness, anxiety, and restlessness, must be eliminated. Therefore, it is necessary to strengthen the Buddhist Character by increasing emotional intelligence and having peers. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the influence of emotional intelligence and peers on strengthening Buddhist Character. This research uses quantitative methods with a causal associative research design. The population of this study was 342 students, and the sample used was 120 students. The data collection method is a questionnaire. The instrument in this research is a questionnaire sheet. The data analysis technique uses inferential statistical analysis. The data analysis results show a significant positive influence between emotional intelligence and strengthening Buddhist Character by 74.4%. Apart from that, there is a significant positive influence between peers on strengthening Buddhist Character by 62.8%. Apart from that, there is a significant positive influence between emotional intelligence and peers on strengthening Buddhist Character by 82.5%. It was concluded that the higher a person's emotional intelligence, the stronger their Buddhist Character. Apart from that, the better the quality of your peers, the higher your Buddhist Character will be strengthened. So, the higher the emotional intelligence and peer friends, the stronger the Buddhist Character will be. So, the higher the emotional intelligence and peer friends, the stronger the Buddhist character will be.
The Influence of Picture Story Books on Elementary School Students' Reading Interest in the Jayapura Papua School Library
Authors: Komari  , Emon Paranoan  , Rosi F. Sumedi  , Upi Laila Hanum  , Herry W. Susanto  , Merliana Trince
Published: February 2025

This research identifies the problem of low interest in reading among elementary school students, where only 30% of students in Indonesia have achieved an adequate level of reading ability. The urgency of this research lies in the urgent need to increase interest in reading to support students' literacy and critical thinking skills. The aim of the research is to describe the level of students' reading interest in picture story books and the role of the school library in providing appropriate reading materials. The research method used is a quantitative survey. The total research sample was 345 students from 10 elementary schools in Jayapura, Papua. Data collection techniques were used through distributing questionnaires and interviews to obtain more in-depth information. The research results showed that 80% of students had a high interest in reading picture books, 76% showed seriousness in reading and 74% were able to understand the content of the reading. These findings indicate that although interest in reading is high, access to picture story books still needs to be improved. This research concludes that school libraries play an important role in increasing students' interest in reading. The implication of this research is the need for reading literacy policies in schools and providing attractive book collections for students to build positive reading habits from an early age, in order to improve the overall quality of education.
Teaching Methods and Learning Motivation for Population Knowledge and Environmental Concern
Authors: Nurdin  , Tjipto Djuhartono  , Rani Noviyanti  , Iwan Budiarso  , Nani Hanifah
Published: February 2025

The low motivation to learn and students' knowledge about population and the environment affects students' concern for the environment and population problems. So, a solution is needed to improve students' attitudes, namely through effective learning methods. This study aimed to test the differences in population knowledge and environmental awareness using discussion teaching methods and lecture teaching methods to students with high learning motivation and those with low learning motivation. This study used a quasi-experimental design with a 2x2 factorial design. The study's subjects were a group of 80 students consisting of 40 students with high learning motivation and 40 with low learning motivation for grade 12. Data on population knowledge and environmental awareness was collected using an objective test instrument with the answer choices True (B) with a score of 1 and False (S) with a score of 0. After the data was collected, it was analyzed using two-way variance analysis and the Tukey test. The results of the study revealed that there are significant differences between the two teaching methods, where the discussion teaching method is more effective than the lecture teaching method, the lecture teaching method is better used in learning groups with high learning motivation, the discussion teaching method is better used in learning groups with low learning motivation, there is an interaction effect between teaching methods and learning motivation on population knowledge and environmental awareness, where high learning motivation, the lecture teaching method is better used than the discussion teaching method, but there is a reverse tendency for low learning motivation.
Project-Based Learning on Science Process Skills and Learning Outcomes in High School Physics: A Quasi-Experimental Study on the Topic of Fluids
Authors: Luh Gede Sutaryani  , Ni Made Pujani  , I Nyoman Tika
Published: February 2025

This research was motivated by the low science process skills (KPS) and student learning outcomes on the topic of fluids at the high school level. The main purpose of this study is to examine the impact of the implementation of the Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model on improving PPP and student learning outcomes. The type of research used is quasi-experiment, involving two groups, namely an experimental class that applies PjBL and a control class that uses direct learning methods. The study population was high school students with a randomly selected sample. Data were collected through objective tests and essays to measure KPS and student learning outcomes, then analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis and Multivariate Analysis of Covariance (MANCOVA). The results show that the implementation of PjBL has a significant positive impact on improving PPP and student learning outcomes compared to direct learning methods. The conclusion of this study is that the PjBL model is an effective pedagogical approach in improving students' science process skills and learning outcomes on fluid topics. The implications of this study show that PjBL can be a recommended learning strategy to improve the quality of science education in high school.
Analytical Thinking Skill and Problem Solving Skills Instruments in Biology Learning Using Rasch Model
Authors: Ardianti Riska , Razak Abdul , Alberida Heffi , Fadilah Muhyiatul , Sari Mutia
Published: February 2025

The low level of analytical thinking and problem-solving skills of students is often caused by the lack of teacher evaluation of these skill levels and the inadequate use of assessment instruments. To overcome this problem, it is necessary to prepare and analyze quality instruments in order to accurately describe students' abilities. This study aims to analyze students' analytical thinking skills and problem-solving skills using Rasch modeling. This study is a quantitative descriptive research with a sample of 30 grade XI students of SMA who were selected using random sampling techniques. The research instrument consisted of eight essay questions, namely four questions to measure analytical thinking skills and four questions for problem-solving skills. Data analysis was carried out using Rasch modeling to evaluate the validity, reliability, level of difficulty, and differentiation of the questions. The results of the study show that the instrument has good to excellent validity. All items meet the fit criteria, with item reliability in the good to special category, although the reliability of the person is classified as low to sufficient. The difficulty level of the questions is ideally distributed, reflecting the balance between easy and difficult questions, as well as the excellent differentiation of items. This instrument is feasible to use, but it is recommended to increase the number of question items in order to increase the reliability of the person in the separate measurement. The implication of this study is the importance of developing valid and reliable assessment instruments to support the skill-based learning and evaluation process.
FOOD IMPULSIVE BUYING AND PERSONAL NORMS AS PREDICTORS ON FOOD-WASTING BEHAVIOR IN ADOLESCENTS IN MAKASSAR CITY, INDONESIA
Authors: Radde Hasniar Ambo , Indriyani Rachman  , Toru Matsumoto
Published: February 2025

Food-wasting behavior can occur when someone does not finish the food they have taken. It can also be seen in purchasing or taking more food than they can consume. Food-impulsive behavior and personal norms are assumed to predict food-wasting behavior, and this study aims to prove this assumption. Personal norms reflect an individual's personal value system in specific situations that can influence specific behaviors, while food impulsive behavior refers to consumers' tendency to buy impulsively, without reflection, immediately, and impulsively. This research was conducted in Makassar City on 150 adolescents aged 12 to 19 years old, and the data were analyzed using multiple linear regression. This study provides three findings. First, food-impulsive behavior and personal norms together can predict food wasting by 32.5% (p=0.000; p<0.05). Second, food-impulsive behavior positively predicts food-wasting behavior by 11% (p=0.000; p<0.05), indicating that the higher someone's food-impulsive behavior, the higher their food-wasting behavior. Third, personal norms can negatively predict food-wasting behavior by 21.5% (p=0.000; p<0.05), indicating that the higher someone's personal norms, the lower their food-wasting behavior.
Penerapan Aplikasi Marbel Hijaiyah Mengenal Huruf Hijaiyah melalui Bahasa Isyarat bagi Peserta Didik Disabilitas Rungu di SLB YPPLB Padang
Authors: Biran Asnah Mega Iswari , Budi Setia , Triswandari Retno , Arnez Gaby , Zulmiyetri Zulmiyetri , Nurhastuti Nurhastuti
Published: February 2025

Kegiatan Program Kemitraan Masyarakat (PKM) merupakan salah satu tri darma perguruan tinggi yang harus dilaksanakan oleh dosen. Kegiatan memberikan pelatihan dalam penggunaan aplikasi Marbel hijaiyah maksudnya adalah Mari Belajar Hijaiyah dalam mengenal huruf hijaiyah melalui bahasa isyarat bagi peserta didik disabilitas runggu di SLB YPPLB Padang.  Pelatihan ini di ikuti oleh guru yang mengajar disabilitas rungu dan peserta didiknya. Tujuan pelaksanaan kegiatan PKM untuk memberikan pelatihan dalam   penggunaan aplikasi Marbel Hijaiyah berbasis Android untuk mengenal huruf hijaiyah melalui Bahasa Isyarat bagi peserta didik Disabilitas Rungu. Aplikasi ini  berisikan huruf hijaiyah, bahasa isyarat dan beberapa kuis kuis yang harus dijawab oleh peserta didik  PKM ini dijabarkan dalam 6 bentuk kegiatan pelaksanaan. Kegiatan pertama adalah sosialisasi yang berisi penyampaian materi pembelajaran tentang konsep huruf hijaiyah kepada peserta didik disabilitas rungu. Kegiatan kedua adalah pelatihan menggunakan aplikasi marbel hijaiyah yang berbasis Android. Kegiatan ketiga adalah penerapan teknologi aplikasi Marbel Hijaiyah yang sudah dapat diinstal di gawai/ HP masing-masing. Kegaitan berikutnya adalah pendampingan dilakukan pada saat proses sosialisasi penyampaian materi dan saat menyelesaikan soal latihan pada aplikasi Mari Belajar Hijaiyah. Kegiatan ini telah berjalan dengan lancar sehingga peserta didik disabilitas rungu telah memahami penggunaan Aplikasi Marbel dan memahami huruf hijaiyah serta mampu berkomunikasi secara verbal  membaca huruf hijaiyah melalui bahasa isyarat. Demikian juga guru dan kepala sekalah sangat merasakan manfaat Aplikasi Marbel ini untuk proses belajar mengajar.
Pelatihan pembuatan dan editing video berbasis aplikasi VN bagi guru SLB SLB negeri 1 Lubuk Sikaping untuk menghadapi era revolusi industri 4.0
Authors: Nurhastuti Nurhastuti , Iswari Mega , Zulmiyetri Zulmiyetri , Yuliana Syari , Nasri Yosa Yulia , Zulpiani Mardhatillah , Handayani Endang Sri
Published: February 2025

Kualitas dan kompetensi guru di tengah gempuran perkembangan teknologi dalam menghadapi arus digitalisasi untuk menghadapi peserta didik yang terlahir di zaman milenial era revolusi industri 4.0 perlu dipersiapkan. Pelatihan ini bertujuan agar guru terampil membuat video pembelajaran menggunakan aplikasi VN untuk mengemas pembelajaran menjadi satu hal yang menarik dan interaktif sesuai dengan zaman digitalisasi pada era industri 4.0 saat ini. Metode dalam melakukan pelatihan ini diawali dengan melakukan need-assessment terkait kondisi lapangan, melakukan sosialisasi, pre-test, pelaksanaan seminar, pelaksanaan pelatihan dan workshop,posttest, evaluasi program pelatihan dan mengolah hasil implementasi dalam bentuk video pembelajaran. Indikator keberhasilan dilihat hasil pretest dan posttest.  Hasil pre-test yang menunjukkan skor rerata 39,3. Setelah dilakukan workshop skor rata rata menjadi 92,5. Hal ini menunjukkan adanya peningkatan kompetensi  guru dalam memahami dan pengaplikasian VN Editor untuk membuat video pembelajaran berbasis aplikasi VN.
Penguatan Tata Kelola Mushola Al Ikhlas Melalui Pemanfaatan Sistem Informasi Manajemen Mushola
Authors: Sonatha Yance , Azmi Meri , Idmayanti Rika , - Nurhayati
Published: February 2025

Mushola Al Ikhlas yang berlokasi di daerah Korong Gadang, Kecamatan Kuranji, Kota Padang, Sumatera Barat, merupakan salah satu pusat kegiatan ibadah yang baru didirikan, menghadapi berbagai tantangan dalam pengelolaannya, khususnya terkait administrasi dan pencatatan yang masih dilakukan secara manual. Pengelolaan manual ini menimbulkan kesulitan dalam mengakses informasi yang diperlukan secara cepat dan terstruktur. Dalam konteks ini, pengembangan Sistem Informasi Manajemen (SIM) menjadi solusi yang tepat untuk meningkatkan efisiensi, transparansi, dan efektivitas pengelolaan mushola. Kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (PKM) dilaksanakan untuk membantu pengurus Mushola Al Ikhlas dalam memahami dan memanfaatkan aplikasi Masjidku sebagai sistem manajemen mushola. Pelatihan ini mencakup pengenalan aplikasi, pengelolaan data jamaah, pencatatan keuangan, serta penjadwalan kegiatan keagamaan. Evaluasi terhadap pelatihan menunjukkan bahwa mayoritas peserta memahami pentingnya SIM dalam pengelolaan mushola dan menyatakan bahwa penerapan SIM akan meningkatkan transparansi dan partisipasi jamaah.
Pelatihan Penggunaan Software Autocad sebagai Upaya Peningkatan Kompetensi Siswa SMK Kota Batam
Authors: Cahyagi Danang , Restu Fedia , Yuniarsih Nidia , Nova Muhammad Andi , Saputra Hendra , Satoto Sapto Wiratno , Mutiarani Mutiarani , Aryswan Adhe , Fyona Annisa , Havwini Tian , Fadilah Nurul , Rahman Kholilur
Published: February 2025

Kota Batam merupakan daerah dengan julukan kota industri. Sejak setelah bertranformasi menjadi kawasan industri kota Batam memiliki berbagai macam indutri yang dibangun, sehingga terbuka banyak peluang kerja yang tersedia. Salah satu keberlanjutan yang perlu didukung yaitu ketersediaan tenaga kerja terampil yang memiliki kompetensi dibidang keteknikan. Gambar dan penggunaan software CAD menjadi salah satu kompetensi yang perlu dipenuhi oleh masyarakat. Upaya menyediakan tenaga kerja terampil dapat dilihat dari tersedianya sekolah menengah kejuruan. Meskipun demikian, keterbatasan fasilitas praktik menjadi salah satu kendala yang dihadapi sebagian sekolah dalam melaksanakan layanan pendidikannya. Kegiatan Pelatihan Penggunaan Software AutoCAD kepada siswa/i SMK Kota Batam Tahun 2024 kemudian hadir menjadi salah satu solusi untuk dapat membantu sekolah dalam meningkat mutu pendidikan vokasi di Kota Batam. Pelatihan ini didanai secara internal oleh Politeknik Negeri Batam dan telah dilaksanakan di Politeknik Negeri Batam pada 23 – 26 Juli 2024. Adapun mitra peserta pengabdian ini adalah dari siswa dan guru SMK S Aljabar Batam, SMK S Kartini, SMK N 9 Batam. Beberapa luaran yang telah diselesaikan pada kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah terselenggaranya kegiatan dan penyusunan modul pelatihan. pemberitaan pada media masa, HKI modul, poster dan video kegiatan.
Pembangunan Ekonomi Masyarakat Melalui Pembinaan Industri Kecil Menengah OVOP dalam Mengembangkan Produk Kuliner Nagari Maninjau
Authors: Yuliana Yuliana , Thamrin Thamrin , Ulwan Naseh , Fatimah Siti , Tasrif Nabila , Hasanah Afifah Nur , Rahayu Ifnalia , Naserd Yolanda Febriani
Published: February 2025

Salah satu sektor ekonomi yang muncul di Nagari Maninjau yang menjadikan Danau sebagai sumber mata pencaharian adalah bisnis kuliner berbahan baku ikan. Produk kuliner ini dapat dikembangkan sebagai produk unggulan daerah yang memiliki keunikan dari segi bahan baku lokal yang khas dari Danau Maninjau. Hal ini sejalan dengan program One Village One Product (OVOP), sebuah program pengembangan potensi di satu wilayah yang diprakarsai Kementerian Perindustrian Republik Indonesia. Namun, untuk mencapai usaha kuliner berstandar OVOP, masih terdapat beberapa permasalahan yang ditemui, seperti masalah fasilitas produksi yang masih terbatas, kurangnya modal serta pengetahuan dan keterampilan pelaku usaha kuliner UMKM untuk melakukan branding dan pemasaran yang luas. Program Pengembangan Nagari Binaan ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan produk kuliner Nagari Maninjau melalui pembinaan industri kecil menengah menggunakan pendekatan OVOP demi mendorong pembangunan ekonomi masyarakat. Mitra yang terlibat dalam program ini adalah Pemerintah Nagari Maninjau dengan beberapa UMKM yang mewakili setiap jorong yaitu UMKM Tapian Maninjau, UMKM Dapur Mak Itam dan UMKM Salero Mandeh. Metode yang digunakan adalah melalui pelatihan, pendampingan, dan pengadaan alat produksi. Hasil Kegiatan yang telah dicapai pada tahun pertama adalah: 1)Pengadaan freezer sebagai pendukung produksi; 2) Sebanyak 50 resep olahan telah dilatihkan dan distandarisasi, 3) Semua produk dalam proses pendaftaran sertifikasi halal; 4) Desain merek dan kemasan telah dibuat.
Optimalisasi Peran Guru BK dalam Meningkatkan Kesejahteraan Mental Siswa: Pendampingan dan Pelatihan Teknik Relaksasi dalam Layanan BK
Authors: Putri Rani Mega , Alrefi Alrefi , Lubis Khadijah
Published: February 2025

Pendidikan yang berkualitas melibatkan tidak hanya aspek kognitif, tetapi juga kesejahteraan mental siswa. Salah satu masalah yang sering dihadapi adalah kecemasan yang disebabkan oleh tekanan akademik dan lingkungan yang tidak mendukung. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman dan keterampilan guru Bimbingan dan Konseling (BK) di Kabupaten Ogan Ilir dalam menggunakan teknik relaksasi untuk membantu siswa mengatasi kecemasan dan stres. Metode yang digunakan adalah pelatihan dan pendampingan dengan pendekatan berbasis teknik relaksasi, yang diikuti oleh 30 guru BK dari berbagai sekolah. Pretest dan posttest digunakan untuk mengukur peningkatan pemahaman peserta mengenai teknik relaksasi. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan signifikan dalam pemahaman dan penerapan teknik relaksasi oleh guru BK setelah mengikuti pelatihan. Evaluasi melalui video implementasi menunjukkan bahwa guru BK berhasil mengaplikasikan teknik relaksasi dalam layanan konseling di sekolah. Dengan demikian, pelatihan ini terbukti efektif dalam meningkatkan kemampuan guru BK untuk membantu siswa mengelola stres dan kecemasan, menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang lebih kondusif dan mendukung kesejahteraan mental siswa.
Manuscritos criptografados
Authors: Ackel Antonio
Published: February 2025

À luz de teorias paleográficas, este artigo trata de um exame metodológico de manuscritos relacionados à criptografia. Inicia-se com uma abordagem do pensamento teórico sobre a criação de manuscritos convencionais, nomeados pela criptologia como ‘texto simples’, reconhecidos por sua transparência e fluidez na comunicação de ideias. Em contraste, os criptogramas são caracterizados por uma complexidade adicional, exigindo a criação e compreensão de códigos que são compartilhados exclusivamente entre o emissor e o receptor, destacando sua funcionalidade nos contextos em que a privacidade e a segurança da informação são prioritárias. Muitos desses documentos foram intencionalmente destruídos ao longo do tempo, restringindo as fontes disponíveis para pesquisa. No entanto, alguns exemplares sobreviveram e, neste artigo, apresenta-se um desses casos. Trata-se um criptograma que serviu de comunicação entre o ex-governador do Brasil, Antonio Telles da Silva, e o rei de Portugal, D. João IV, durante a colonização holandesa em Pernambuco. Por fim, este artigo conclama a uma maior atenção à pesquisa paleográfica desses documentos, mostrando como evidenciam práticas culturais e estruturas de poder de suas épocas, além de ampliarem o entendimento sobre a intersecção entre linguagem, segredo e sociedade.
Hypertension Management Among Hospitalised Patients at Kamenge University Hospital in Bujumbura
Authors:   University of Burundi, University Hospital of Kamenge, Department of Cardiology, Ndirahisha Eugene , Nyandwi Ramadhan , Nyandwi Joseph , Manirakiza Sebastien , Barasukana Patrice , Sibomana Thierry , Baransaka Elysee ,   University of Burundi, University Hospital of Kamenge, Department of Laboratory
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT
Background: According to the World Health Organization in 2015, 40 million out of the 56 million deaths recorded worldwide (70%) were due to non-communicable diseases. These were mainly cardiovascular diseases, cancers, chronic respiratory diseases and diabetes.
Methods: A prospective descriptive study was conducted from October 2018 to March 2019. Availability of the files in the department’s archives store for medical records and availability of trained physicians to perform diagnosis and treatment of HBP were the criteria used to select departments to be included in the study.
Results: Patients data were recorded from internal medicine department (59.8%), emergency department (18.1%) gynaecology and obstetrics department (13.3%) and surgery department (8.6%). The mean age of the patients who were hospitalised in the study period was 54 years (SD±10.2) with extremes of 18 and 104 years. The modal class was the age group of 50 to 60 with 24.4% of cases. Among patients who were hospitalised, 3.6% (127) had essential hypertension, of which 57.4% (73) were women.
Conclusion: Notable percentage of patients hospitalized at the University Hospital of Kamenge had essential hypertension. However, patients’ knowledge of their hypertensive status had no positive contribution to its management.
Adherence to Lifestyle Recommendations among Adults Attending Hypertension Clinics in Selected Hospitals in Tanzania: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors:   Department of Public Health, The University of Dodoma, Tanzania, Shilole Joseph Nyanda , Omari Rehema Bakari , Ntwenya Julius Edward
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT
Background and Aims: Hypertension is the first contributor to the deaths caused by non-communicable diseases (NCDs) worldwide. A change of lifestyle is recommended as an equal-first-line approach for controlling hypertension. However, the burden of uncontrolled hypertension remains high. This article describes the level of adherence to recommended lifestyle modifications among hypertensive patients in Tanzania.
Methods: The research was carried out from June to September 2020 using a cross-sectional study that involved an interviewer-administered questionnaire with 311 participants. These were patients with hypertension (> 18 years old) who were randomly selected from patients attending clinics during the study period. The lifestyle behaviours were assessed using the WHO Steps survey standard questionnaire. SPSS, version 26, was used to enter and analyse the data.
Results: The mean age of hypertensive patients was 53.6 ± 7.5 years. Females were 58.8%. Only 17.7% had good compliance with the recommended lifestyle behaviours related to hypertension. Regular physical activities had 37.9% adherence, 99% adhered to non-smoking, 94.2% adhered to moderation of alcohol consumption, and 22.2% adhered to the consumption of fruits and vegetables. Patients with adequate knowledge were two times more likely to comply with the WHO recommended lifestyle behaviours (aOR=2.32; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.082 to 3.471; P= .05]
Conclusion: Most patients with hypertension had poor lifestyle behaviours for the management of hypertension, with varying level of adherence to the recommended life style changes.
Determinants of COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake Among Health Workers and General Public in Tanzania
Authors:   National Institute for Medical Research, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Mashoto Kijakazi Obed ,   Ministry of Health, Dodoma, Tanzania, Nyamhagatta Mukome A. , Chacha Maro Mwikwabe , Kinyunyi Pricillah , Kasanzu Masanja Robert , Habib Ismail , Tinuga Florian
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT
Background: Insufficient knowledge about COVID-19 and low socioeconomic status have been associated with distrustful attitudes towards vaccination against COVID-19.
Objective: The aim of this study was to explore determinants of COVID-19 vaccine uptake among the general population and health workers.
Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted in 16 councils which included; Milele, Mpanda, Newala, Simanjiro, Nanyumbu, Muleba, Longido, Ulanga, Igunga, Mbulu, Karatu, Mufindi, Mvomero, Kilolo and Tabora Town. A total of 427 health care workers and 1,907 individuals were sampled from health facilities and households. Structured questionnaires were used to collect the required information.
Results: Although the majority (93.2%) of health workers were vaccinated, 35.4% perceived their risk of getting COVID-19 infection as high. Self-reported uptake of COVID-19 vaccine was 42.4% among the general population. Significantly low proportion of the general population in Mufindi district council (7.5%) were vaccinated against COVID-19. Health workers’ knowledge and perception on COVID-19 vaccination did not vary with socio-demographic factors. Among the general population, those who were separated/divorced (ARR: 0.8: 95% CI; 0.7 to 0.9), those who attained primary level of education (ARR: 0.8: 95% CI; 0.7 to 0.9), self-employed (ARR: 0.8: 95% CI; 0.7 to 0.9) and unemployed (ARR: 0.7: 95% CI; 0.6 to 0.8) were less likely to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Having positive attitude (ARR: 1.2: 95% CI; 1.1 to 1.5) and perception (ARR:1.8: 95% CI; 1.5 to 2.2), and knowledge on COVID-19 prevention (ARR: 3.0: 95% CI; 2.1to 4.4) increased the likelihood COVID-19 vaccine uptake. Prior experience of vaccination against other diseases (ARR:1.2: 95% CI; 1.0 to1.3), having history of chronic diseases (ARR:1.3: 95% CI; 1.2 to 1.4) and a family member who died of COVID-19 (ARR:1.3: 95% CI; 1.1to1.4) were also determinants of COVID-19 vaccine uptake.
Conclusion: Uptake of COVID-19 vaccine among the general population was significantly low among individuals with primary level of education, self-employed, unemployed, and those who were divorced or separated. Individuals with comprehensive knowledge on COVID-19 vaccination, those with positive attitude and perception on COVID-19 vaccination, having history of chronic diseases, prior vaccination against other diseases, and having a family member who succumbed to COVID-19 increased the likelihood COVID-19 vaccine uptake among the general population. Provision of health education and implementation of socio-behavioural communication change interventions are necessary to equip the general population with appropriate knowledge to transform their negative attitude and perception on COVID-19 vaccination.
Urogenital Infections Among Women Attending Mwingi Hospital, Kitui County, Kenya: Safeguarding Antibiotics Through Microbiological Diagnosis
Authors:   Dept of Population, Reproductive Health & Community Resource Management, Kenyatta University, Mbuvi Christine Musungi , Musila Boniface Nzioki , Nyamache Anthony Kebira ,   Dept of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Kenyatta University,   Dept of Biochemistry Microbiology & Biotechnology, Kenyatta University
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT
Background: Urogenital infections pose a considerable public health threat, as almost half of women will experience urinary and reproductive system infections at some point in their lives. However, the urogenital infection burden is often not clear in some regions. Nevertheless, the misuse of antimicrobial agents, including self-prescription, has increased widespread antimicrobial resistance, limiting treatment benefits. Therefore, this study aimed to identify the various urogenital infections, associated risk factors, and profile the bacterial isolates, and assess their antibiotic resistance among women attending Mwingi Hospital.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 322 women aged between the ages of 15 to 44 years. Urine and high vaginal swabs were collected from all participants and analyzed within 6 hours. Microscopic examination on wet mounts was done, bacterial isolation was done and those with significant growth were confirmed and subjected to antimicrobial susceptibility testing using specific media. Descriptive statistics were used in expressing the infection frequencies and antimicrobial resistance. Odds ratios were used to determine the risk of urogenital infection. The level of significance was considered at a P value of less than 0.05.
Results: Among the 322 women, 45.3% (146) had a urogenital infection, with bacteria being the primary cause (26.4%). The infections included UTI (22.7%), Candidiasis (15.2%), Trichomoniasis (3.7%), Gonorrhea (2.5%), and Bacterial vaginitis (1.2%). Antibiotic use was 32.9%, with only 2.8% receiving a microbiological diagnosis before antibiotic use. The overall antibiotic resistance was 53%, with the lowest resistance observed against penicillin and combinations (31.4%) and 3rd Cephalosporins (39.4%). The highest resistance was observed against nalidixic acid (74.8%) and cotrimoxazole (62.6%).
Conclusion: Women attending Mwingi Hospital are commonly affected by various urogenital infections. Antibiotic use without microbiological diagnosis was observed. Among the antibiotics tested, 3rd generation cephalosporins and penicillin combination agents were noted as the most effective in treating bacterial urogenital infections, while nalidixic acid and cotrimoxazole were ineffective. Improved diagnosis and targeted treatments are necessary to prevent further development of antibiotic resistance.
Determinantes de la productividad y del crecimiento económico. Un análisis panel para América Latina, 1995-2020
Authors:   , García Santana Isaac Salomón
Published: February 2025

Una característica de Latinoamérica en recientes décadas descansa en la baja productividad y el exiguo crecimiento económico. Tomando en consideración este panorama, esta investigación busca definir los principales factores que han determinado la evolución de la actividad económica y de la productividad multifactorial para una muestra representativa de América Latina en el periodo 1995-2020. Con ese fin, se tomó pie en los enfoques convencionales del crecimiento para la deducción de un modelo empírico que, además de incluir a los factores habituales, circunscribe al rol del gobierno y de la apertura comercial como ejes explicativos del desempeño económico. La operacionalización empírica se realiza mediante dos metodologías para datos panel: Mínimos Cuadrados Generalizados y el Método de Diferencias en Diferencias. La evidencia encontrada demuestra: primero, que los acervos de capital físico y público afectan positivamente la dinámica económica; segundo, que el comercio internacional genera derrames de conocimientos, aunque su aporte es marginal; tercero, que el capital humano mantiene una relación disociativa respecto a la producción; cuarto, que la IED no crea ganancias en productividad; y quinto, que las deficiencias institucionales son parte explicativa de los pobres resultados económicos en la región.
How can the veterinary profession tackle social media misinformation?
Authors: Moran Rachel E. , Knesl Oliver
Published: February 2025

The spread of misinformation on social media has become a pressing issue across various fields, including veterinary medicine. Pet owners increasingly rely on social media for animal health information, where distinguishing between factual and nonfactual content is challenging. The rise of social media influencers has complicated credibility assessments, as nonexperts can gain substantial influence despite lacking expertise. This Viewpoint article synthesizes current research on misinformation in animal healthcare, emphasizing the importance of preemptively addressing misinformation and fostering trust between veterinarians and pet owners. It advocates for veterinarians to take an active role in debunking rumors and establishing transparent mechanisms for addressing false information, ensuring that pet owners receive accurate, science-based guidance.