bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Folliculitis keloidalis in an urban market in Lagos, Nigeria
Authors: Ayanlowo Olusola Olabisi , Anaba Ehiaghe Lonia , Akinkugbe Ayesha Omolara , Otrofanowei Erere , Cole-Adeife Olufolakemi , Karami Moses
Published: March 2022

Background:

Folliculitis keloidalis (FK) also known as acne keloidalis nuchae is a follicular scalp disease found predominantly in males of African origin. Studies suggested that FK is associated with hair care practices and shaving. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of FK in a community in Lagos.

Methods:

This was a community-based, cross-sectional study at the Sandgrouse market in Lagos Island, Nigeria. Self-administered questionnaires were used to obtain demographic and clinical information. Diagnosis of FK was clinical and included follicular and keloidal papules, pustules, nodules, and tumors at the nape, sometimes spreading to other parts of the scalp, with intense itching.

Results:

A total of 100 males and 207 women were enlisted in the study and clinically evaluated for features of FK. None of the female participants presented with history and clinical features of FK. Seventy-five percent were between the age of 30 and 60 years. Fifteen male participants had a prior history of FK on the scalp and eight had previous treatment. Examination revealed the presence of FK in four respondents (4%): 3 had only on the scalp and one had on both the scalp and the beard area; and none had keloidal lesions.

Conclusion:

All respondents with FK presented at the early stage with keratotic/follicular papules. We posit that self-treatment with antibiotics and triple action creams (consisting of potent steroids, antifungal, and antibiotic) sold in the market and over the counter is responsible for the early and mild presentation.
Berberine protects cardiac cells against ferroptosis
Authors: Yang Kun-Ta , Chao Tung-Hui , Wang I-Chieh , Luo Yu-Po , Ting Pei-Ching , Lin Jian-Hong , Chang Jui-Chih
Published: March 2022

Objectives:

Cardiovascular diseases are one of the primary causes of death. Cardiomyocyte loss is a significant feature of cardiac injury. Ferroptosis is iron-dependent cell death, which occurs due to excess iron and reactive oxygen species (ROS) accumulation causing lipid peroxidation, and subsequent cell death. Ferroptosis has been confirmed to mediate ischemia/reperfusion-induced cardiomyopathy and chemotherapy-induced cardiotoxicity. Berberine (BBR) has been proven to protect the heart from cardiomyopathies, including cardiac hypertrophy, heart failure, myocardial infarction, and arrhythmias. It protects cardiomyocytes from apoptosis and autophagy. However, the relation between BBR and ferroptosis is still unknown. This study aimed to confirm if BBR reduces cardiac cell loss via inhibiting ferroptosis.

Materials and Methods:

We used erastin and Ras-selective lethal small molecule 3 (RSL3) to establish a ferroptosis model in an H9c2 cardiomyoblast cell line and rat neonatal cardiomyocytes to prove that BBR has a protective effect on cardiac cells via inhibiting ferroptosis.

Results:

In H9c2 cardiomyoblasts, the results showed that BBR reduced erastin and RSL3-induced cell viability loss. Moreover, BBR decreased ROS accumulation and lipid peroxidation in cells induced with ferroptosis. Furthermore, quantitative polymerase chain reaction results showed that Ptgs2 mRNA was reduced in BBR-treated cells. In rat neonatal cardiomyocytes, BBR reduced RSL3-induced loss of cell viability.

Conclusion:

These results indicated that BBR inhibited ferroptosis via reducing ROS generation and reducing lipid peroxidation in erastin and RSL3-treated cardiac cells.
Retour de Bournemouth : quelques réflexions historiennes sur The Connected Past: The Future of Past Networks ? (22-25 août 2017)
Authors: Armand Cécile
Published: March 2022

Compte rendu de la conférence Connected Past 2017
Network analysis for the study of health care provider networks (Sunbelt 2018)
Authors: Gandré Coralie
Published: March 2022

Compte rendu de deux sessions thématiques à la Sunbelt Conference 2018
Best Practice in Teaching General Physics Courses
Authors: Qamhieh N. , Benkraouda M. , Amrane N.
Published: March 2022

General Physics I & II are a requirement for both Science and Engineering students, and approximately 1000 students are taking this course every year at United Arab Emirates University (UAEU). In the Department of Physics at UAEU we have introduced the course by using a coursemanagement software "the Blackboard (BB)". Besides putting the regular lecture power point slides and continuous communication with students through BB, we have established a very elaborate database of assignments for students to take at the end of each chapter. Using the embedded technology in BB, students are allowed to take the test more than once with varying questions so that the students learn in each trial of the test. In this paper, we present an accumulated data showing the effect of this method on the students’ learning, students'-instructor interaction, and we propose an optimum way of students’ assessment for courses of this size and type.
Analysis of the Web Sites Use as Learning Resources
Authors: Kašparová Miloslava , Horčička Martin , Křupka Jiří
Published: March 2022

This article deals with an analysis of the web sites use by the students for gaining the electronic study sources and discovering of associations in the data by selected algorithm. Association rules associate a particular conclusion with a set of conditions. The Generalized Rule Induction was applied. Models were designed in SPSS Clementine.
An Approach for the Experimental Research Studies in Engineering: (Investigation Curiosity Analysis Design)
Authors: Çarpinlioğlu Melda Özdinç
Published: March 2022

In this paper, an approach utilized for the experimental research studies in the content of the graduate program of mechanical engineering is outlined. Although a variety of study topics in the covered time period of 2012- 1997 is concerned it is proposed that the followed algorithm can be applied in different fields of engineering science. The performance of the algorithm is presented through the introduced parameters of research evaluation, REP, output of research, ORP and performance units, PU. Design of the research study is founded on survey of the related literature expressed by an investigation stage realized with curiosity and a critical analysis. The reflections of the approach can provide an innovative education methodology in engineering not only in graduate but also in undergraduate levels.
Mechanical, Morphological and Water absorption properties of Polypropylene based Composites
Authors: Jenarthanan M P , Ramkhi N G , Ramachandran M , Vimala Saravanan
Published: March 2022

Polyethylene compounds are used instead of PE in many applications to improve the mechanical properties of PE (such as tensile strength, tensile modulus and tensile strength). Different types of combinations can be used to enhance these properties. Fibers are considered to be effective reinforcing fillers for PE. Plastic compound? Not all
plastics are compounds. In fact, most plastics used in toys, water bottles and other familiar items are not composite. They are clean plastics. Polypropylene is not as solid as polyethylene. Polypropylene is harder than polyethylene and is resistant to chemicals and organic solvents. Polypropylene is pure, non-stretchable and much harder than polyethylene, commonly called fiberglass, in fact such a compound Also known As for glass-fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP), this is Specific to material properties such as tensile strength Made in different formats for permutations, stiffness, compressive strength and thermal expansion and different price points. For one, plastic deck boards are completely synthetic. It is considered safe in all plastics; it is a strong heat-resistant plastic. Due to its high heat tolerance, it is unlikely to leak even when exposed to hot or cold water. It is allowed to use with storage of food and beverages. Polypropylene (PP) is the most common in the world Is one of the thermoplastics used. Polypropylene plastic
packaging, machinery and Plastic parts and threads for equipment and also used for textiles. Some plastic, BPA or other harmful chemicals in our body Or it could badly affect the world we live in. Polypropylene, a complex plastic, is common Considered safe for humans and these common ingredients are often the same Are used for products, but not theirs What are the differences? Polyester and polypropylene The main difference between the two is polyester Polypropylene is more water resistant than, It works well for athletic wear Is a quick-drying cloth. Plastic is a polymer with a large molecular weight. Polypropylene is an example of a plastic polymer. The main difference between
polypropylene and plastic is that we can make crystal clear material out of polypropylene, while plastic material is generally not clear.
Pandemia y protesta social en América Latina: tendencias, actores y demandas de la conflictividad social y laboral en Brasil, Argentina, Chile y Colombia. 2019-2020
Authors: Nava Agustín , Grigera Juan
Published: March 2022

En este artículo presentaremos un mapa de la protesta social en Brasil, Argentina, Chile y Colombia durante el periodo 2019-2020, exponiendo desde un abordaje cuantitativo las tendencias, intensidades, formatos, actores y demandas de la conflictividad social y laboral. El objetivo es, en primer lugar, pensar en términos comparativos cuáles son los cambios y continuidades de la conflictividad social y laboral en el escenario post-pandemia. Por otro lado, buscamos también dar cuenta de cuáles son las tendencias comunes y disimilitudesde la protesta social en cada uno de los países de América Latina seleccionados.
Historia de una relación impensada. El catolicismo en los sindicatos durante el peronismo (2021)
Authors: Asquini Sabrina
Published: March 2022

Resumen de Jessica Blanco, Historia de una relación impensada. El catolicismo en los sindicatos durante el peronismo, Buenos Aires, Eudem, 2021, 121 pgs.
The Street Casino
Authors: Harding Simon
Published: March 2022

Simon Harding proposes a unique theoretical perspective on survival in violent street gangs which offers new evidence on gang behaviour, dynamics, affiliation and risks in inner city areas.
Understanding Restorative Justice
Authors: Wallis Pete
Published: March 2022

This unique book is a clear and detailed introduction that analyses how restorative justice nurtures empathy, exploring key themes such as responsibility, shame, forgiveness and closure. Using case studies, the book offers a fresh angle on a topic that is of growing interest both in the UK and internationally.
Policy Change, Public Attitudes and Social Citizenship
Authors: Humpage Louise
Published: March 2022

This unique book traces public views on social citizenship across three decades through attitudinal data from New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Australia. It will be valuable for academics and students in sociology, social policy and political science.
The Freedom Perception of Imprisoned Children: Ankara Case
Authors: BAYRAKDAR Fatih
Published: March 2022

Understanding and analysing the metaphors of children sentenced to prison or reformatory will contribute to their more rapid rehabilitation and re-integration into society. This study aimed to provide the perception of freedom of these children using metaphors. The study group was consisted with 53 imprisoned children in Ankara (12-18 years old). The data was obtained via a structured interview form. The first part of the form consisted of questions to obtain personal information about the children. In the second part of the form, the children were asked to use metaphors to describe their perception of freedom, prison and life outside the prison. Content analysis technique was used to analyse the data. The study is important not only in terms of reflecting children’s views about life inside and outside the prison but also for understanding the children rehabilitation in prisons. In the end of the study, it was determined that the participants produced interesting metaphors about the concept of freedom. It is noteworthy that the metaphors created are generally related to the psychological, social and economic situations of the participants. The study is also important in that it reflects the participants' views on life in and out of prison. The purpose of this research was to increase the information concerning children involved in crime and suggest ways of rehabilitating them more quickly.
An Exploratory Review of Kushthaghna Mahakashaya in Skin Disorders w.s.r. to Visha
Authors: Patel Narsingh , Sharma Anita , Kadu Amol Sudhakar
Published: March 2022

Background: The Ayurveda treatises are collection of vast knowledge regarding medical and environmental aspects. It has a separate branch called Agada Tantra which deals with the toxicological aspects. We aim to evaluate this knowledge regarding dermatological manifestation due to Visha (toxins) vis-à-vis contemporary knowledge. Objective: The objective of this study is to analyze the rationality and applicability of Kushthaghna Mahakashaya in the prevention and management of skin disorders caused by various type of poisons. Data Source: The references available in classical texts, various Nighantu and research articles regarding the various forms of poisons and their dermatological manifestations were analyzed and compared to the knowledge available in contemporary medical literatures. Review methods: A sincere study of classical Ayurveda text-books and their available commentaries along with modern texts, websites and articles has been done to explore the importance of Kushthaghna Mahakashaya in various skin diseases. Result and conclusion: The herbs mentioned in the Kushthaghna Mahakashaya were scientifically evaluated in various preclinical and clinical studies and showed antiviral, immune-modulatory, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-cancerous, cardio-protective, neuroprotective, anti- fungal, and anti- bacterial activity, according to the results of the literature quest. The proper application of Kushthaghna Mahakashaya plants will aid in the prevention and treatment of skin diseases.
Analytical Review on Basic Tenets of Dhatu Poshan Nyaaya as per Contemporary Science
Authors: Sharma Durgesh Nandini , Yadav Chhaju Ram
Published: March 2022

An attempt has been made to explain the concept of Dhatu poshan nyaaya as per contemporary science w.s.r. to tissue nourishment. Various Ayurvedic classics and research article related to Dhatuposhan were collected and analyzed. Contemporary and recent research article regarding nutrition, metabolism, nourishment and Dhatu poshan were searched online from google scholar, PubMed, Medline Plus etc. Ayurvedic classics were searched for better understanding of Dhatu and Dhatu Poshan. Theories of Dhatu Poshan Nyaaya are not different all together but these have conjugative sequence or different levels of digestion from ingestion of food to metabolism at cell level or whole nourishment process. In this way all theories are not controvert each other while these theories stand as one set of principle of tissue nourishment.
Governança na coleta seletiva de resíduos sólidos urbanos: mapeamento dos atores presentes no município de São Paulo
Authors: Stella Erica Aparhyan , Carvalho Isabela Ribeiro Borges de , Fratta Kelly Danielly da Silva Alcantara , Lacerda Lilian Ferreira dos Santos , Ziglio Luciana Aparecida Iotti , Gonçalves-Dias Sylmara Lopes Francelino
Published: March 2022

Os estudos sobre a governança da coleta seletiva de resíduos sólidos urbanos nas cidades brasileiras e, especialmente, na Macrometrópole Paulista registram lacunas, reforçando a necessidade de estudos neste campo. Sendo assim, este artigo tem por objetivo caracterizar os atores e relações presentes na governança da coleta seletiva de resíduos sólidos urbanos no município de São Paulo. Foram utilizadas revisão de literatura de fontes secundárias, pesquisa documental e tecnologias de software para a construção do mapa de atores como estratégia metodológica. Entre os resultados, foram identificados grupos de atores e seus vínculos na governança da coleta seletiva do município de São Paulo, expostos no mapa “Atores e relações de governança na coleta seletiva no município de São Paulo”. Nesse contexto, este estudo revelou que o elemento relacional do padrão de governança da coleta seletiva pode ser caracterizado como uma ampla rede de atores diversos, vagamente centrada no tecido relacional do Estado.
Governança adaptativa da água e o plano de adaptação da SABESP: permanências de práticas ou oportunidades para transformação?
Authors: Ramos Ruth Ferreira
Published: March 2022

Este artigo trata da governança adaptativa da água na Macrometrópole Paulista. Iniciamos discutindo criticamente o conceito de governança adaptativa proposto pela abordagem da resiliência de Carl Folke, para, na sequência, a partir de uma revisão crítica da literatura, definir as principais características da governança adaptativa da água. Posteriormente, examinamos o Plano de Adaptação às Variações Climáticas para a Gestão de Recursos Hídricos na Região Metropolitana de São Paulo, elaborado pela SABESP. A partir da confrontação entre os elementos de uma governança adaptativa da água e a análise do plano, concluímos que, embora haja alguns avanços nas ações de planejamento do abastecimento público, a transição para uma governança adaptativa e resiliente da água se coloca como um importante desafio.
A governança multinível do planejamento energético – limitações e potencialidades para a atuação subnacional
Authors: Collaço Flávia Mendes de Almeida , Lazaro Lira Luz Benites
Published: March 2022

Para viabilizar a transição do sistema de energia onde predomina o uso e consumo de energias fósseis para um sistema de baixo carbono, é importante destacar o papel da governança multinível. Nesse interim, a descentralização do planejamento energético (PE) é indispensável para a formulação de políticas públicas coerentes e integradas, necessárias ao enfrentamento de mudanças climáticas. O presente trabalho analisa a governança multinível do arcabouço de políticas energéticas no Brasil, apontando suas limitações e possibilidades para alavancar a atuação no nível subnacional em PE, focando a região da Macrometrópole Paulista. Embora tenham sido identificados vários elementos capazes de alavancar o desenvolvimento do PE nos vários níveis da federação, nota-se uma falta de integração na governança entre as leis e políticas de mudança climática e energia
Gene-gene and gene-environment interaction: an important predictor of oral cancer among smokeless tobacco users in Karachi
Authors: Muhammad Mohiuddin Alamgir  , Jamal Qamar , Mirza Talat
Published: March 2022

Objective: To determine the risk for oral cancer caused by simultaneous occurrence of more than one of the tested cytochrome P450 1A1MspI, glutathione S-transferaseM1 null gnd Glutathione S-transferasesT1 null gene polymorphisms.
Method: The cross-sectional case-control study was conducted from December 2011 to October 2016 at the Ziauddin University, Karachi, in collaboration with Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, and comprised oral squamous cell carcinoma cases in group A and healthy tobacco habit-matched controls in group B. All investigations were done using standardised laboratory protocols. The outcomes were determined in terms of association of various combinations of cytochrome P450 1A1MspI, glutathione S-transferasesM1 null and glutathione S-transferases T1 null polymorphisms with oral cancer. Data was analysed using SPSS 20.
Results: Of the 238 subjects, 140(58.8%) were in group A and 98(41.2%) were in group B. Mean ages in group A and B were 47.1±12.22 and 41.6±14.58 years, respectively. Male/Female ratio in group A was 1.88:1 while 83.4% were using tobacco. When cytochrome P450 1A1MspI homozygous (m2/m2) and glutathione S-transferasesM1 null variants occured simultaneously in an individual, an odds ratio of 12.8 (95% confidence interval: 1.20-135.5; p=0.03) among overall tobacco chewers was observed. For glutathione S-transferasesM1 not null and glutathione S-transferasesT1 null variant combination among overall tobacco users, the conferred odds ratio was 4.58 (95% confidence interval: 0.99-21.2; p=0.05). The other studied gene combinations did not reveal significant associations (p>0.05).
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Online communication possibilities in managing the rehabilitation process after joint arthroplasty
Authors: Fedonnikov Alexander S. , Andriyanova Elena A. , Grishechkina Natalya V. , Norkin Igor A.
Published: March 2022

Introduction. The study’s relevance is determined by the necessity to develop an effective organizing tool that provides management of the rehabilitation process after joint arthroplasty. Purpose. Study of online communication possibilities in managing the process of patients’ rehabilitation after joint arthroplasty in their motivation to maintain labour activity. Material and methods. In 2019-2020 with the System of interactive personalized monitoring and feedback (SMF) developed as a web application it was conducted a medical and sociological study which included 93 patients underwent hip and knee arthroplasty six months before.. Results. It is revealed an unsatisfactory assessment of rehabilitation provided at the place of patients’ residence (34.4% noted the absence of rehabilitation measures, 12.9% noted a formal extension of disability certificate). Expected results of rehabilitation are associated with overcoming pain and limitation in movements (49.5%) and a return to previous professional duties (32.3%). 77.4% of patients expressed interest in using the online service for communication with a qualified specialist. Significant functions of online service for respondents are: monitoring the rehabilitation process and individual recommendations (50.5%); receiving online consultation (41.9%). 95.7% of patients confirmed their readiness to follow online recommendations regarding rehabilitation. Discussion. Lack of comprehensive rehabilitation is a significant medical and socio-economic constraint at the institutional and individual levels. Studies of organizational parameters of the rehabilitation process indicate a discrepancy between the expectations of patients and their actual state. Analysis of the results proves that it is advisable to supplement existing rehabilitation practice after providing resource-intensive medical care with the functionality of online communication. Conclusion. Developed online communication service is an effective tool for managing the rehabilitation of patients after joint replacement that is relevant for developing their labour activity motivation.
COVID-19 — ways to improve the state preparedness for pandemia
Authors: Mitrokhin Oleg V. , Ermakova Nina A. , Akimova Ekaterina I. , Sidorova Ekaterina A.
Published: March 2022

Introduction. Tasks are to execute a study of the preparedness of government and health systems for a pandemic to develop proposals for their modernization. The author proceeds from the hypothesis that epidemic and pandemic diseases will threaten society in the foreseeable future, and therefore it is necessary to develop preventive strategies for states to be prepared for new threats. The article summarizes the experience of government and public health in a pandemic of coronavirus infection. Purpose. To examine pandemic preparedness of public administration and health systems and develop proposals for their modernization. Material and methods. There was made an expert analysis of the problematic issues of public administration in the implementation of preventive and anti-epidemic measures using statistical materials and publications of domestic and foreign authors. The study applied information and legal databases, documents of the World Health Organization, health authorities of countries in conditions of coronavirus infection pandemic, analytical, informational, statistical methods of research. Results. Measures are proposed to modernize states’ preparedness for possible pandemics (epidemics) for the medium and long term. Conclusion. The author has proposed an algorithm for the activities of the government in preparedness to combat a pandemic (epidemic). It is necessary to introduce the principles of “double” (including epidemics) use of premises, buildings and structures and “double” (including epidemics) education of specialists in the field of veterinary medicine and biology, as well as paramedical personnel.
The comprehensive assessment of conditions and efficiency of children’s recreation
Authors: Zubtsovskaya Nina A. , Novikova Irina I. , Efimova Natalya V. , Yurk Dmitry E.
Published: March 2022

Summer rest in suburban health organisations is a formal form of summer holidays for children and adolescents. The purpose of this work is to assess the impact of a complex of factors of health institutions on the effectiveness of children’s health. The methods. Medical examinations of 14,413 schoolchildren aged 8 to 14 years were collected. All health facilities were divided into three clusters depending on a comprehensive indicator characterising the compliance of the conditions and organisation of rehabilitation with hygiene requirements. The assessment results of external conditions are presented by the specific gravity of the revealed violations for individual elements and, in general, a comprehensive assessment. Comparison of the structure of violations during inspections of organisations’ sanitary and epidemiological conditions was performed according to the χ2 criterion. The risks of a common healing effect were evaluated using the odds ratio (OR) indicator and its 95% confidence interval (CI). The OR calculation was performed compared to the group of the optimal level of the complex indicator of detected violations. Results. Contribution to the comprehensive indicator of non-compliance with requirements in medical work is from 31% to 81%, in catering from 18.3 to 54.1%, accommodation (from 15.3 to 45.5%). In 47.3% of organisations, the effectiveness of recovery was rated as high in 98.2-100% of the examined low in 3.4% of the examined. The dependence of the efficiency indicator of recovery on environmental factors is revealed. Conclusions. There is still a need to develop a health improvement system with improved control of the effectiveness of health improvement and the study of factors contributing to improving the effectiveness of health improvement.
Diagnosis of Diabetic Retinopathy Utilizing Computer-Aided Diagnosis System
Authors: Mujalled Hattan Omar , Kadah Yasser
Published: March 2022

Purpose: Diabetes is considered one of most diseases spread among people; blindness is considered the most resulted effect. Diabetes can damage the retinal blood vessels and cause severe problems to the eyes, which may end with sight loss. Such medical condition is known as "diabetic retinopathy" (DR). In such a diagnosis, the retinal microvascular go through several stages of change threat. In the early stages of the DR, detecting the formation that happened to the retinal blood vessels helps prevent the disease's dangerous effects. Therefore, producing a method to diagnose the disease in the early stages is helpful. So, this work aimed to develop a system of detecting and classifying the retina formation, trying to avoid relevant effects.Methodology: The current method depends on vascular edges map extracted from images of retina captured by a fundus camera. Such a map been utilized to extract quantitative texture features. The system tested two independent groups of the region of interest in normal and abnormal images. The two sets were extracted from ground truth images of the 89 fundus images. Fundus images were annotated images from the Standard Diabetic Retinopathy Database (DIARETDB1).Findings: The system provided an accuracy of 71% with a sensitivity of 75%.Recommendation: The current work may open an opportunity for improvement for future work. Other methods may be reached to raise the accuracy and the sensitivity of the system. Besides, the current system may be tested on a larger sample size to study such effects. Finally, the ease of the current method makes it faster in adoption in the appropriate diagnosis especially in the early stages.
Performance Evaluation of Routing Protocols in Enterprise Networks
Authors: Mwewa Webby , Lubobya Smart C
Published: March 2022

This paper evaluates the performance of routing protocols such as OSPF, EIGRP and IS-IS in an enterprise network. Routing protocols are rules that govern the best route to transfer data between various nodes in networks. These rules are used in the transmission of information from the transmitting end to the receiving end. Routing protocol's main responsibility lies in determining the best way routers communicate with each other in order to forward any kind of network traffic using the optimal path. The evaluation of routing protocols was achieved by measuring packet end-to-end delay, packet delay variation, Jitter, Ethernet delay, traffic sent and received parameters by employing OPNET simulator software using Http, Video conferencing and Voice data types. The results shows that OSPF_IS-IS combined protocols outperforms the of OSPF_EIGRP and OSPF protocols by 60%.
Transnational drug trafficking in Southeast Asia: identifying national limitations to look for regional changes
Authors:   RMIT Univerity Melbourne, Australia, Thanh-Luong Hai
Published: March 2022

Over its fifty years of established existence beginning in 1967, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has expounded its consolidated and integrated model in political relations, economic developments, and cultural values. However, confronted by threats to global security, ASEAN has also faced the complex impacts of transnational narcotics trafficking (TransNT). The study uses grey literature as secondary data to illustrate the current situations of TransNT in Southeast Asia by way of examining drug trafficking starting from the original countries (Myanmar) through the transit points (Vietnam) to final destination countries (Malaysia). Besides reviewing more than four decades of collaboration, the paper analyses ASEAN’s milestones in building its cooperative mechanism and assesses its institutional framework for combatting TransNT with specific initiatives. The study notes the main barriers and practical challenges that constrain the process of regional cooperation. Some brief recommendations are also suggested for further research in the near future to enhance regional cooperation in combatting transnational crimes.
The Ecological Role of Deadwood Materials as Habitat Providers at Kanawa Forest
Authors: Sadiq Yakubu Abubakar , Nasiru Muhammad Ahmad , Mohammed Sulaiman , Jesse Istifanus , Haruna Aliyu Amina , Mohammed Umar Danladi
Published: March 2022

Deadwood; snags or downed coarse are important habitat features for many forest-dwellers. They influence ecological activities and biodiversity. This study reported on the ecological role of snags and downed coarse as habitat providers. The research was conducted at Kanawa forest reserve. Systematic random sampling method was employed to lay 4,000m line transects (500m each) across the forest edge (FE) and core forest (CF) of the reverse. On each transect, five 20m x 20m plots were established at 100m interval to assess the deadwood, their colonizers and relationship. Different animal species were recovered using snags as their prepared home or hiding place. Salamander (31%) was found in significantly greater frequencies in the core forest as colonizer. Downed coarse accommodate diverse animal species with only one plant, Chick wee. Forest edge has the transect with higher numbers of colonizers, whereas core forest has the optimum percent of downed coarse. On colonization and relationship, the interaction is either as saprophyte, use as niches or habitat. The organisms are Reptiles, Isopoda, Hymenoptera and Herbs. Among the animate thing, forest edge possess more and diverse colonizers.
The Effect of Experiential Marketing and Experiential Value on Customer Loyalty of Coffee Shops in Mataram City Through Satisfaction as a Mediation Variable
Authors: Hamidi Raden , Ainy Hurun Pathiya , Rinuastuti Baiq Handayani , Athar Handry Sudiartha
Published: March 2022

There are many things that can influence customer’s loyalty. This study aims to analyze and determine the significance of the influence of experiential marketing and experiential value variables on loyalty and mediated by satisfaction at a coffee shop in Mataram. The type of research used is associative research. The population in this study were visitors of coffee shop in Mataram. The number of samples is 180 people and data analysis using SEM (Structural Equation Modeling)-PLS. The results showed that experiential marketing and experiential value had a direct effect on loyalty and had a significant effect through satisfaction. Experiential Value and Experiential Marketing Variables on Loyalty are quite often studied but there are only a few mediated by satisfaction. Therefore, future researchers can test this further by considering various other factors and also with different research areas
Religious beliefs and the behavior of people during COVID-19 crisis
Authors: CHOWDHURY MD SAJIB
Published: March 2022

Religion is a powerful, long-standing, pervasive, and at the same time, most influential social force, whereas its social power can be used either in helpful ways to slow the spread of Covid-19 or in harmful ways that favor the rapid spread of the virus. While various religious communities played a central role in spreading COVID-19 in various spheres of the globe, intensive debates about physical distancing and its implications for religious gathering have brought religious topics onto agendas. Additionally, there are various religious stigmas, superstitious beliefs, stereotype ideas, arrogancies, targeting a particular community for the outbreak, disobeying nature of the government orders have also emerged in the scenario during the pandemic world is facing right now. However, following a qualitative narrative approach based on secondary materials, the study attempted to investigate the actual responses of various religious communities across the world in the crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Finally, the study concluded by explaining the potential role of religious leaders in this crisis.
Strategic Environmental Analysis of River-Based Special Interest Tourism Development in Sukabumi City
Authors: Susanto Eko , Adiwarna Prawira Mega Fitriani , Raharso Sri , Sumardi Valentino
Published: March 2022

The covid-19 pandemic has significantly impacted global tourism, including changes in tourists who prefer natural tourism activities. River resources in Sukabumi city can be developed into river-based special interest tourism (SIT) following current market preferences. However, the development of river-based SIT products in Sukabumi city has not been optimally explored. This article examines the strategy of developing river-based special interest tourism in Sukabumi City as a research destination through descriptive-qualitative methods. SWOT analysis is applied in-field data processing resulting from observation activities, interviews, and literature studies. The research developed river-based special interest tourism in Sukabumi city through a selection of activities developed, namely rafting, river tubing, and body rafting with productive age target markets in Sukabumi, Jabodetabek, and Bandung Raya areas. The results of this study could be alternative supporting information for tourism actors in Sukabumi and Indonesia, especially in the development of special interest tourism.
Study of Nonlinear Optical Properties of Disperse Yellow – 7 Dye-doped Polymer Films using CW Laser
Authors: Aithal Shubrajyotsna , Aithal P. S. , Bhat G. K.
Published: March 2022

The materials with an ability of self-focusing/defocusing through their light intensitydependent refractive index and phase shift properties are potential candidates for all-optical photonic devices. Several organic materials including dye-doped polymer films are attracting many researchers due to their advantages in terms of enhanced efficiency, and acceptable mechanical properties to fabricate useful devices. In this paper, we have reported the nonlinear optical properties like nonlinear absorption and nonlinear refraction of an organic dye Disperse Yellow - 7 (DY-7) doped in Polymethyl methacrylate-methacrylic acid (PMMA-MA) polymer matrix using open aperture and closed aperture Z-scan experimental methods by means of low power continuous wave (CW) laser beam. The optical limiting properties of these films are also studied using Type 1 and Type 2 configurations at different input powers using continuous wave (CW) laser beams of 532 nm wavelength. The nonlinear refractive index n2, nonlinear absorption coefficient β, changes in refractive index with input intensity, and the magnitude of third-order optical nonlinearity of the dye-doped film are experimentally determined. The sample is tested for optical power limiting in which the input limiting threshold and saturated output power level for both type 1 and type 2 optical limiting configurations are recorded. DY-7 dye-doped in PMMA-MA polymer film has shown saturation absorption at lower input irradiance and reverse saturation absorption at higher input irradiance along with thermal nonlinearity and hence found to be a potential candidate for the third harmonic property based photonic devices.
Diversity in Unity: A Face off with Health Sector of BRICS Nations
Authors: . Uma
Published: March 2022

The thirteenth summit of BRICS nations was held recently under the chairmanship of India on 9th September 2021. No doubt it was a moment of pride which needs to be celebrated on political front, as all the five BRICS nations reiterated their commitment of enhancing intra-BRICS cooperation under the three pillars - political and security, economic and financial, and cultural & people-to-people exchanges, but have we got holistic pride as well? No, as we are far behind from three nations of BRICS; Federation of Russia, China and Brazil if we look at our health sector. A pertinent question arises why we lack compatibility with BRICS nations in health sector? If we look at the period from 2005 to 2019 the current health expenditure (per cent of GDP) is well below in India in comparison to other BRICS nations. The low expenditure affects the health-related amenities in terms of availability of beds, physicians, nurses and mid-wives etc. Thus, it puts pressure on the general public to spend more on health. This in turn increases out-of-pocket expenditure of poor citizens. The paper tries to examine the expenditure incurred by BRICS nations on health sector and find out the health services such as; availability of beds, physicians, nurses and mid-wives etc. It also examines the relationship between health expenditure and out of -pocket expenditure. The study will try to evaluate how healthy are the citizens of BRICS nations on the basis of few selected indicators related to physical health. It will look at the pertinent question; where India stands amongst all the nations of BRICS? In the concluding part policy aspects will be discussed so that each member nation can improve in the areas where it lacks so that overall health of the citizens of BRICS nations can go up. This will not only strengthen the bond amongst these nations but also make them prosper more as healthy human resource is the backbone of any nation.
Development and Qualitative Analysis of Pomegranate Wine Fortified with Tulsi Extract
Authors: Anuja Chandore  , Prof. Mr. Todkar Ashish  , Dr. Nitin Ubale  , Mr. Hanmant Bodhankar
Published: March 2022

Wine is alcoholic beverage which is obtained by natural fermentation of fruits. The fruits used for wine making are guava, pomegranate, grapes, sapota, fig. the fruit asked in this study is pomegranate. Health benefits of pomegranate wine have been widely studied and reported. However, fortification of wine for increasing properties like flavor, strength and taste has become recent trends, but fortification of wine with tulsi extract is less explored. So, this work explains how pomegranate wine can fortified with tulsi extract in two different concentrations. The study provides the information regarding physicochemical analysis and phytochemicals present in wine. In sensory evaluation, the wine with tulsi extract is more acceptable and in case of phytochemical analysis Tannins and Polysaccharide is absent and Terpenoid, Sponins, Flavonoid, and Alkaloids are present. pH of fortified wine is 3.7 and 3.1 successively and titrable acidity is 0.37 and 0.32. as tulsi extract is added, the medicinal values are added to the wine which makes the wine healthier for consumption. This study provides a good reference for future industrial production of fortified wines.
Fluxo de carga durante a fase fluente de recomposição do sistema elétrico: estudo de caso do subsistema sudoeste da região Nordeste do Brasil
Authors: Matos Aldemário Gomes de , Morais Paulo Roberto Ribeiro
Published: March 2022

A recomposição do sistema elétrico após uma perturbação acontece em duas fases: fase fluente e fase coordenada. A fase fluente é a mais sensível, pois é quando o sistema opera de forma ilhada, partindo de uma usina de autorrestabelecimento. O Sistema Interligado Nacional (SIN) é organizado de modo que as regiões que o compõem possuam essas usinas, responsáveis por iniciar a reenergização do sistema após uma falha. Uma dessas usinas é a usina de Sobradinho, que integra o subsistema sudoeste da região Nordeste. Assim, a análise do fluxo de carga durante o processo de recomposição deve ser levada em consideração para que a retomada ocorra de forma segura e eficaz. O presente artigo apresenta um estudo do fluxo de cargas durante a fase fluente do processo de reenergização do subsistema sudoeste da região Nordeste, a partir da análise computacional. Para tanto, fez-se o modelamento do sistema no programa PowerWorld seguindo as instruções normativas operacionais do Operador Nacional do Sistema, o ONS. Portanto, os resultados obtidos encontram-se em conformidade com o esperado nas instruções normativas, além de indicar quais recursos de regulação do sistema podem ser otimizados, visando a melhoria no processo de recomposição do sistema elétrico.
MODEL PENGGUNAAN MEDIA SOSIAL YANG EFEKTIF SESUAI DENGAN KAIDAH AYAT SURAH AL-ASHR KHUSUSNYA BAGI PARA PELAJAR
Authors: Sherly Mei Yanti  , Rahmadani Najwa Alfriza  , Imamul Arifin
Published: March 2022

Research has been carried out on the Effective Use of Social Media Models in accordance with the Rules of the Qur'an for Students. Based on the main problem that often arises that social media users will spend time, especially among students. This research is intended for students or students with online research methods through survey pages. The aim of knowing the impact of using media and efforts to prevent the implementation of learning through social media in accordance with the creed of the Qur'an. The results showed that 53.8% of students used more than 4 hours, 23.1% used 3 to 5 hours and 1 to 3 hours. For the proportion of applications used for this period, the top three are WhatsApp with 92.3%, Instagram 76.9%, and Pinterest 38.5%. From the results of this study, it was concluded that the use of social media that is not guided by the surah of the Qur'an, namely Al-ashr will result in the learning process in the network becoming social media which results in wasted time.
PENGARUH LITERASI KEUANGAN SYARIAH, RELIGIUSITAS DAN PERSEPSI MAHASISWA JABODETABEK TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN MENGGUNAKAN LAYANAN PERBANKAN SYARIAH
Authors: Falevy Muhammad Ikbal , Suryani  , Prima Dwi Priyatno
Published: March 2022

The Islamic banking industry has long been awaited by all Muslim communities who want a banking system based on sharia principles in Indonesia. Even though Islamic banks are now present, there are still many dynamics faced by Islamic banking. This study aims to describe the influence of Islamic financial literacy, religiosity and perceptions of Jabodetabek students on decisions to use Islamic banking services. The research method used in this research is quantitative with data collection method using purposive sampling method with a total sample of 181 respondents who are distributed to students who use Islamic banking in Jabodetabek through questionnaires. The data analysis techniques in this study were validity tests, reliability tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression tests and hypothesis testing with the help of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software version 25. The results of this study indicate that the Islamic financial literacy variable, religiosity and perceptions of Jabodetabek students have a positive and significant influence on the decision to use Islamic banking services.
STRATEGI CAMAT DALAM MENINGKATKAN DISIPLIN KERJA PEGAWAI
Authors: Sunubi Wayudin , Parman Parman
Published: March 2022

Penelitian ini dilaksanakan guna mengetahui strategi camat terhadap tingkat kedisiplinan kerja pegawai di Kantor Camat Ranomeeto Barat Kabupaten Konawe Selatan. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini dilakukan dengan metode deskriptip kualitatif dengan cara teknik pengumpulan data melalui observasi, wawancara dan studi kepustakaan. Selanjutnya untuk memperoleh data hasil penelitian secara spesifik menggunakan pendekatan informan  penelitian. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa strategi camat dalam meningkatkan disiplin pegawai telah berjalan dengan baik hal tersebut terlihat pada pencapaian indikator hasil yakni kemampuan mengelola sumber daya, penekanan etika dan kontrol organisasi yang hasilnya menunjukan pada masing-masing indikator telah memenuhi standar kinerja pegawai dengan tujuan agar tercipta disiplin kerja pegawai yang baik.
Pertambahan Bobot Badan dan Analisis Kelayakan Usaha Penggemukan Kambing yang Disuplementasi Probiotik Bioplus di Kelompoktani Sri Rejeki Kecamatan Payung Sekaki Kota Pekanbaru
Authors: Ilham Muhammad , Krisna Rizal , Sudrayat
Published: March 2022

Berdasarkan Statistik Pekanbaru tahun 2019 populasi kambing di Kecamatan Payung Sekaki adalah 329 ekor. Populasi tersebut masih dapat diperbaiki dengan teknik manipulasi pakan agar produktivitas kambing meningkat. Teknik manipulasi pakan yang dapat direkomendasikan adalah probiotik Bioplus. Penelitian bertujuan menganalisis pertambahan bobot badan dan analisis usaha penggemukan kambing yang disuplementasi probiotik Bioplus. Penelitian dirancang dengan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) dengan 3 perlakuan dan 4 ulangan. Perlakuan yang diberikan diantaranya: P0 = kontrol (rumput lapang), P1 = kontrol + Bioplus 100 g dan P2 = kontrol + Bioplus 150 g. Peubah yang diukur diantaranya pertambahan bobot badan harian (PBBH) dan peubah analisis usaha seperti pendapatan, Break Even Point (BEP) produksi, BEP harga, Revenue Cost Ratio (R/C ratio) dan Benefit Cost Ratio (B/C ratio). Data PBBH dianalisis dengan Analisis Anova dan uji lanjut Beda Nyata Terkecil (BNT) sedangkan data kelayakan usaha dianalisis secara deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan pemberian probiotik Bioplus memberikan pengaruh yang nyata terhadap PBBH kambing (P<0,05) dengan PBBH masing-masing perlakuan P0 53,13 g/ekor/hari, P1 95,63 g/ekor/hari dan P2 127,50 g/ekor/hari. Hasil analisiskelayakan usaha beternak kambing dengan pemberian probiotik Bioplus menunjukan P2 memiliki tingkat pendapatan tertinggi yaitusebesar Rp840.800 dan sudah dapat dikatakan memiliki keuntungan karena (R/C ratio )              menunjukan angka >1 yaitu sebesar 1,140 dan P0 memiliki pendapatan terendah yaitu sebesar Rp15.200 dengan R/C ratio sebesar 1,002. Pemberian probiotik Bioplus dosis 150 g/ekor mampu meningkatkan PBBH dan peningkatan pendapatan dan memberikan kelayakan usaha yang lebih baik.