bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Thermal energy storage thermal data processing for heating systems
Authors: Luo Cenhong
Published: March 2023

In order to solve the problem that the traditional industrial control methods
cannot control the heating flow and water temperature in a timely and
effective manner due to the high delay and complex coupling characteristics
of the urban central heating system, the authors propose deep learning-based
data processing and management for thermal heating systems. The author
analyzes the non-ideality of district heating system and its influence on
the application of deep learning technology, and gives solutions,
respectively, finally, a primary side regulation scheme of district heating
system based on deep learning and automatic control technology is proposed
as a whole. The experimental results show that, by comparing the water
supply temperature predicted by the equipment model of the primary side heat
station with its actual measured value, the mean square error of the
prediction results using the model directly is 1.30%, and the mean square
error after model correction is 0.094%. The secondary return water
temperature was controlled by adjusting the opening of the primary side
electric valve, the expected secondary return water temperature in the
scheme was compared with the actual secondary return water temperature, and
the mean square error was 0.102%. It is proved that the scheme can achieve
good control effect in the actual system, and the data result proves that
the scheme is feasible.
Analysis on construction technology of large steel structure building thermal insulation engineering
Authors: He Yanhong
Published: March 2023

In order to solve the need of maintaining temperature in large steel
structure buildings, the author proposes a method of applying new materials,
this method is used to analyze the properties of exterior insulation
materials for steel structure buildings. Combining with the need of heat
preservation in large steel structure cold storage, the author puts forward a
new construction technology and applies it into practice by combining
autoclaved gas technology, the advantages and disadvantages of organic and
inorganic materials on heat preservation effect are analyzed, through the
value engineering formula of maximum efficiency analysis, the minimum life
cycle cost, in the ideal place, time to play the necessary function of the
product. Finally, the experimental samples adopted the author?s method are
compared with the ordinary samples. The experimental results show that the
absolute value of indoor and outdoor temperature difference under the
construction process is significantly greater than that under the current
construction process, the highest temperature reached 29.2? and the lowest
was 25.6?. In conclusion, the method adopted by the author can greatly help
the current construction technology and reduce the loss of enterprises.
Laser-assisted reduction of iron ore using aluminum powder
Authors: Fedina Tatiana , Brueckner Frank , Kaplan Alexander F. H. , Wilsnack Christoph
Published: March 2023

This study reports on the laser-assisted reduction of iron ore waste using Al powder as a reducing agent. Due to climate change and the global warming situation, it has become of paramount importance to search for and/or develop green and sustainable processes for iron and steel production. In this regard, a new method for iron ore utilization is proposed in this work, investigating the possibility of iron ore waste reduction via metallothermic reaction with Al powder. Laser processing of iron ore fines was performed, focusing on the Fe2O3–Al interaction behavior and extent of the iron ore reduction. The reaction between the materials proceeded in a rather intense uncontrolled manner, which led to the formation of Fe-rich domains and alumina as two separate phases. In addition, a combination of Al2O3 and Fe2O3 melts, as well as transitional areas such as intermetallics, was observed, suggesting the occurrence of incomplete reduction reaction in isolated regions. The reduced iron droplets were prone to acquire a sphere-like shape and concentrated mainly near the surface of the Al2O3 melt or at the interface with the iron oxide. Scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive x-ray spectroscopy, and wavelength-dispersive x-ray spectroscopy analyses were employed to analyze the chemical composition, microstructure, and morphological appearances of the reaction products. High-speed imaging was used to study the process phenomena and observe differences in the movement behavior of the particles. Furthermore, the measurements acquired from x-ray computed microtomography revealed that approximately 2.4% of iron was reduced during the laser processing of Fe2O3–Al powder bed, most likely due to an insufficient reaction time or inappropriate equivalence ratio of the two components.
On Pseudoglaridacris laruei (Lamont, 1921) (Cestoda: Caryophyllidae) from Wisconsin, USA: A Review and Perspectives
Authors: Amin Omar M
Published: March 2023

Specimens of Pseudoglaridacris laruei (Lamont, 1921) Oros, Uhrovič, Scholz, 2018 (Caryophyllidae) were first described as Caryophyllaeus laruei Lamont, 1921, redescribed as Glaridacris laruei Hunter, 1927, and subsequently designated as Pseudoglaridacris laruei Oros, Uhrovič, Scholz, 2018, were collected and examined from the white sucker Catostomus commersoni Lacépède and the lake chubsucker Erimyzon sucetta Lacépède in Silver and Tichigan lakes, SE Wisconsin. We update our first and only 1986 redescription of this Wisconsin population, with new observations and measurements, and compare with those in the original and other descriptions. The morphology of P. laruei is revisited using light microscopy revealing new features. Emphasis is placed on the morphological variability of its scolex and reproductive structures throughout development using many microscopic images. Measurements of 100 specimens and the re-examination of 25 more specimens from both lakes provided an opportunity to review the taxonomy and description of the species, distinguish locality differences, and correct and update other statements and concepts by other observers.
Critical Collaborative Research
Authors: Fidalgo Sueli Salles , Magalhães Maria Cecília Camargo
Published: March 2023

This text discusses the Critical Collaborative Research known in Brazil as PCCol – Pesquisa Crítica de Colaboração - which is a practical-theoretical approach used in the development of investigations that focus on understanding and often challenging knowledge production and actions so as to promote de organization of decolonial-and-inclusive schools. Standing on Marxian, Vygotskian and Freirean underpinnings, the text was written from the recordings of two classes delivered by the authors in a Graduate Course called Critical Research Methodologies, with participation of some guest professors, such as Maria Cecilia Camargo Magalhães, who also authors this paper. The text is organized from the speeches of the authors on two occasions in which they collaboratively delivered lessons about PCCol, as well as the questions and interventions from the other course participants. The writing procedure interweaves speeches, treated as data, and their analyses, treated as the actual discussion of some of the concepts that base the Research Methodology itself, and that include relational and transformational agency, the Freirean notion of data production from the South rather than the North, professional practice that is personal and collectively responsive, but more specifically, we will discuss the role played by language for the implementation of collaborative interactions, as well as how this type of language is organized.
vivência crítico-colaborativa para a superação das opressões
Authors: Liberali Fernanda , Fuga Valdite Pereira , Vendramini-Zanella Daniela , Mazuchelli Larissa Picinato , Klen-Alves Viviane , Modesto-Sarra Luciana K , Oliveira Everton Pessôa de , Rodrigues Penélope Alberto , Pejão Rafael da Silva Tosetti
Published: March 2023

Neste artigo discutimos uma visão de pesquisa que pressupõe formas de agir com potencial de superar opressões. Nossa proposta envolve a reflexão sobre uma práxis para a compreensão transformativa de realidades, tendo a linguagem como foco. Apresenta a perspectiva crítico-colaborativa, pautada na argumentação multimodal, como uma possibilidade de ação-investigação-transformação em espaços educacionais por uma sociedade mais justa e equânime. Com esse objetivo, apresentamos um exemplo de um processo crítico-colaborativo entre pesquisadores do Grupo de Pesquisa Linguagem em Atividade no Contexto Escolar em reunião de planejamento para um evento do Projeto Brincadas, cuja temática envolvia a contradição entre a fartura da festa junina e a fome vivida no Brasil. A análise do dado selecionado aponta para a importância na argumentação multimodal, materializada em aspectos como a exemplificação, as expressões faciais, os movimentos de cabeça e de corpo e, em especial, a concessão que permitem a expansão da colaboração crítica em oposição a uma argumentação para destruição do outro. Como resultado, foi possível perceber a busca por superação dos movimentos de opressão vividos no contexto acadêmico.
Online Group Supervision in Graduate Psychology Training During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Geller Shulamit , Hanetz-Gamliel Keren , Levy Sigal
Published: March 2023

Group supervision, a common method in graduate psychology training, shifted abruptly to online learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aimed to increase understanding of psychology graduate students’ perception of online group supervision during COVID-19 by focusing on the group process and the students’ professional identity formation. Data were collected through an online survey comparing an online COVID-19 group sample with a pre-COVID-19 in-person sample. Our findings showed no difference between online group supervision during COVID-19 and in-person group supervision prior to COVID-19 in students’ reports of group processes and the prevalence of professional identity statuses. However, group processes differed according to students’ professional identity statuses while accounting for the supervision format. We discuss the results of our study and offer several theoretical and practical implications regarding online supervision.
Online Learning for First-Generation and Underrepresented Minoritized Students: A Literature Review Using a Model of Student Engagement
Authors: Gardner Krista , Leary Heather
Published: March 2023

First-generation and underrepresented minoritized(URM) studentsmay have greater challenges in online learning than other students. Communities of support can help these highly motivated students be more engaged and successful in the remote learning environment. In this scoping literature review, we identified fifteen categories of first-generation and URM student challenges in online learning as found in peer-reviewed research of the last ten years. We placed these challenges within the Student Engagement model and found them to be barriers of student engagement. The results of our analysis may help guide practitioners and educators in the continuance or creation of theoretically grounded interventions for student support.
Recent Aotearoa/New Zealand Social Science Books (2021-2022)
Authors: Crothers Charles
Published: March 2023

A listing of social science New Zealand-related books published between 2021 and 2022 is provided.
THE PRACTICE OF EIGHT FAMILY FUNCTIONS: DIFFERENCES BETWEEN RURAL AND URBAN AGING FAMILIES IN INDONESIA
Authors: Pujihasvuty Resti , Nasution Sri Lilestina , Naibaho Margareth Maya P , Fajarningtiyas Desy Nuri
Published: March 2023

The family is essential in improving the older adults’ quality of life, where the family's role can be reflected in the eight family function practices: 1) Religious; 2) Sociocultural; 3) Love; 4) Protection; 5) Reproductive; 6) Socio-education; 7) Economic; and 8) Environmental. This study aimed to determine the differences in family function practices among aging families in rural and urban areas. Data were analyzed using Cross-Tabulation with the Chi-Square and Independent T-test from a sample of 12,391 aging families in the 2019 Program Accountability Performance Survey. The results of the Independent T-test p<0.001 indicate a significant difference in implementing each family function between aging families in urban and rural areas. Despite both regions' low index scores for eight family function practices, aging families in the urban area practice slightly better than aging families in the rural. The characteristics that distinguished the implementation of family functions in urban and rural areas were educational and economic factors. In aging families, economic and love functions are most commonly performed in rural and urban areas, whereas reproductive and educational functions are the least performed. This research suggests intensively socializing about the eight family functions and educating on the importance of reproductive and educational functions in improving the quality of life in aging families.
Liderazgo y antagonismo
Authors: Benedetto Facundo Daniel
Published: March 2023

El presente trabajo aborda la forma en que la organización política Movimiento Evita muestra sus liderazgos y construye sus antagonismos mediante su perfil de Instagram (de orden nacional). De este modo, se hace una revisión bibliográfica de conceptos de teoría política construidos por Ernesto Laclau y se realiza un abordaje de posteos publicados por la agrupación y se estudia la apelación a figuras históricas (que –se entiende– son constituidas como significantes vacíos).
Meningkatkan Kemampuan Motorik Halus Anak Melalui Permainan Paper Cup Pada Usia 4-5 Tahun Di TK Qurrota A’yun 01 Aisyiyah Kota Pekalongan Tahun Ajaran 2020/2021
Authors: Rusdianah Rusdianah
Published: March 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan motorik halus anak di TK Qurrota A’yun 01 Aisyiyah Kota Pekalongan Pada usia 4-5 tahun. Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian tindakan kelas (PTK). Subjek penelitian di TK Qurrota A’yun 01 Aisyiyah Kota Pekalongan pada usia 4-5 tahun berjumlah 16 anak, 8 laki-laki dan 8 perempuan. Teknik pengumpulan data melalui observasi dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya peningkatan motorik halus anak melalui penggunaan media paper cup yaitu pada pra siklus 31,25% dari 16 anak, peningkatan motorik halus pada siklus I pertemuan 50% dari 16 anak dan pada siklus II pertemuan kedua 82,5 %. Kesimpulan dari penelitaian ini adalah dengan mengunakan media Paper cup mampu meningkatkan kemampuan motorik halus dan berpikir untuk bagaimana dapat melaksanakan kegiatan dengan permainan paper cup.
Mekanisme Good Corporate Governance Terhadap Nilai Perusahaan Barang Baku Di Indonesia
Authors: Sari Putri Puspita , Pratiwi Ririh Dian
Published: March 2023

The goal of this study is to prove the influence of good corporate governance (GCG) mechanism has on the value of basicmaterial companies listed on Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) in 2020-2021. The five independent variables used in this study are independent commissioners, institutional ownership, management ownership, board of directors, and audit committee. Selected through purposive sampling, there were total of 60 samples studied using multiple linear regression analysis as an analytical technique & SPSS 25 as the research tool. The findings from this study reveal that simultaneously the GCG mechanism influences firm value. Partially, managerial and institutional ownership also independent commissioners are three of the five GCG mechanisms that impact company value. Meanwhile the other two; audit committees and boards of directors, have no impact on firm value.
Estudio de satisfacción sobre prácticas extracurriculares en la Universidad de Málaga durante el curso académico 2015/2016
Authors: Ventura Fernández Rafael , Peñafiel Velasco Antonio , Valverde Arrebola Mª Ángeles , Caceres Cansino Ana , Cobos Ramírez Diana
Published: March 2023

El Espacio Europeo de Educación Superior estableció un nuevo escenario para las relaciones Universidad-Empresa poniendo un énfasis especial en las prácticas externas. Así, éstas han ido ganando en importancia en los últimos años ya que permiten a los alumnos obtener una experiencia profesional real y una formación práctica donde aplicar los conocimientos teóricos adquiridos, así como establecer relaciones que pueden ser de ayuda en su incorporación al mercado laboral, dándose a conocer a las empresas del sector. Asimismo, las prácticas suponen para las empresas una interesante oportunidad de formar a estudiantes que pueden constituir una cantera de personal especializado para su contratación posterior. El presente estudio muestra el análisis de los resultados obtenidos en el primer Plan de Tutorización de Prácticas Extracurriculares realizadas durante el curso académico 2015/2016, que se implanta en la Universidad de Málaga con el objetivo de fomentar y cuidar las prácticas externas en las empresas para crear nuevos profesionales capaces de transformar las empresas en más competitivas e innovadoras.
Market Changes in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Authors: Szabó-Geletóczki Rita , Kozma Tímea , Pónusz Mónika
Published: March 2023

The pharmaceutical market is in a constant state of dynamism. There have been many changes in the market recently, and the business environment has changed, one of the most important factors driving the market being consumer behaviour and habits. Trends towards a healthier lifestyle are reflected in changes in purchasing behaviour, with the consumption of dietary supplements becoming increasingly popular. Within the pharmaceutical supply chain, the analysis focuses on pharmacies. The aim of the study is to describe the market changes affecting pharmacy retailing, in particular the effects of changing consumer habits and more conscious purchasing and the impact of the strong presence of players outside the supply chain on pharmacy turnover.
Between harm and sensationalism: Court reporters negotiating objectivity when reflecting on ethical dilemmas in the Submarine Murder Trial
Authors: Wittchen Maria Bendix
Published: March 2023

The trial of amateur submarine builder Peter Madsen for the murder of the Swedish journalist Kim Wall was one of the most publicised trials in recent Danish history. Through in-depth interviews with ten prominent Danish reporters who covered the trial, this study examines how court reporters negotiate and struggle with ethical dilemmas related to objectivity as both an institutional ideal and an ethical rule under the Media Liability Act. I demonstrate how reporters negotiate and strategise to maintain objectivity in relation to facts, relevance, the telling of both sides, and the avoidance of prejudging. I further highlight the dispute between fact-based reporters and a minor group endorsing interpretive and narrative reporting and advocating for a more pragmatic approach to objectivity. A core finding is how technological advancements and massive public interest have paved the way for new ethical practices, referred to here as “strategic ritual 2.0”.
Evaluation of the Completeness and Timeliness of the Infant Pertussis Surveillance System in the Czech Republic in 2015, 2017 and 2019
Authors: LIPTÁKOVÁ Monika , ŠPAČKOVÁ Michaela , BALASEGARAM Sooria , MALÝ Marek , KYNČL Jan , FABIÁNOVÁ Kateřina
Published: March 2023

Introduction

The completeness and timeliness of the pertussis questionnaire-based enhanced surveillance system (ESS) among infants and reported pertussis data within the electronic nationwide notification system (NNS) in the years 2015, 2017 and 2019 were evaluated in a pilot study.

Methods

The completeness of the variables for demographic characteristics, date of symptom onset, hospitalisation and vaccination status were assessed in both systems. Timeliness of reporting in the NNS was analysed as the interval between symptom onset and a) the date of first specimen collection (diagnostic delay), and b) the date of the Regional Public Health Authority receiving notification (notification delay).

Results

A total of 121 confirmed pertussis cases were reported to the NNS in the study years, while in the ESS a total of 104 confirmed cases were reported in infants. In both systems most cases were in the age group of one completed month of life (20% versus 23%) and males (55% versus 55%). The majority of cases were hospitalised (81% versus 85%) and unvaccinated (77% versus 78%). Within the NNS, the first dose of vaccine was reported in 13 cases, the second dose in 11, and third dose in three cases. Within the NNS, 100% completeness of following variables was found: symptom onset, week and region of reporting, age, gender and place of isolation. Median diagnostic delay was nine days. Median notification delay was 18 days.

Conclusions

Data completeness was high in the NNS, except for lack of vaccination data in those eligible by age. Efforts to improve the completeness of laboratory-related variables and timeliness are essential. Based on the study results, the project of improving the ESS for infants will continue with regular evaluation.
Peer Support as Part of Scaling-Up Integrated Care in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes and Arterial Hypertension at the Primary Healthcare Level: A Study Protocol
Authors: VIRTIČ Tina , MIHEVC Matic , ZAVRNIK Črt , MORI LUKANČIČ Majda , POPLAS SUSIČ Antonija , KLEMENC-KETIŠ Zalika
Published: March 2023

Introduction

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) and arterial hypertension (AH) are among the greatest challenges facing health systems worldwide and require comprehensive patient-centred care. The key to successful management in chronic patients is self-management support, which was found to be only weakly implemented in Slovenia. The aim of the study is to develop an evidence-based model of peer support for people with T2D and AH at the primary healthcare level in Slovenia, which could represent a potential solution for upgrading integrated care for these patients.

Methods

A prospective interventional, mixed-methods pilot study will begin by recruiting approximately 40 eligible people with T2D and AH through purposive sampling. The participants will receive structured training, led by a specialist nurse, to become trained peer supporters. Each will voluntarily share their knowledge and experience at monthly group meetings with up to 10 people with T2D and AH over a three-month period in the local community. Data will be collected through interviews and focus groups and questionnaires about socio-demographic and clinical data, knowledge about T2D and AH, participants’ quality of life, level of empowerment and acceptability of the intervention.

Expected results

The study will provide an evidence-based model for integrating peer support into the local community. It is expected that the intervention will prove feasible and acceptable with educational, psychosocial and behavioural benefits.

Conclusion

Peer support through empowerment of people with T2D and AH, family members and other informal caregivers in the local community could scale-up the integrated care continuum and contribute to sustainability of the healthcare system.
MERGER AND ACQUISITION ANNOUNCEMENT OF INDIAN BANKING SECTOR: A PRE-POST ANALYSIS OF STOCK MARKET REACTION
Authors:   Department of Commerce, Tripura University, DAHAL MAHESH , Das Joy ,   Department of Commerce, Tripura University
Published: March 2023

With the recommendation of the Narasimham Committee (1991), the Indian banking sector saw a soar in M&A with the objective of value creation, but the existing literature does not provide any conclusive evidence in respect of value creation for sharehold- ers. Therefore, in the present study, an attempt has been made to investigate whether the M&A announcement generates value to the shareholders or not. By employing event study methodology, the study observed signiÖcant negative abnormal returns during the post-M&A announcement period for both overall market and individual banking sector stock. The re- turns further deteriorated in the long run with signiÖcant negative BHAR. Thus, the study concludes that the M&A did not create value to the shareholders; instead, it deteriorate the shareholdersívalue
REGULATORíS DECISION AND RISK MANAGEMENT: THE CASE OF INDIA
Authors:   epartment of Studies in Economics, Davangere University, CHETAN KUMAR G.K. , RANGAPPA K.B. ,   Faculty of Economics, Department of Studies in Economics,, SUCHITRA S. ,   Faculty of Economics and Chairman of Department of Studies in Economics, Davangere University
Published: March 2023

Whenever Indian Economy had to tackle signiÖcant ináationary pressure, Secu- rities Exchange Board of India (SEBI), which is the apex regulator of capital and commodity markets, has time and again resorted to stop the trade in futures of essential agricultural commodities while allowing trade in futures of essential energy commodities. SEBI has jus- tiÖed the step on the grounds that, doing so prevents volatility in agricultural spot market. Our study tries to analyze the nature of correction in the two segments with the help of vec- tor error correction model in the backdrop of ináationary and non-ináationary periods. In energy segment, among select commodities, the speed of error correction was 1to 2 days more as compared to non-ináationary period. With regards to commercial agricultural segment, the rate of error correction among select commodities was 4 to 7 days more as compared to non-ináationary period. Given the underdeveloped nature of agricultural futures market, SEBIís action seems bit too stringent. Although prior studies have been undertaken about Indian spot and derivative markets, empirical studies which have focused on analyzing eco- nomic rationale of SEBIís decision of restricting trade in agricultural futures during ináation are scarce. Our study tries to bridge the gap regarding the same.
BEHAVIOR OF FINANCIAL MARKETS AROUND NEWS ANNOUNCEMENTS: A REVIEW BASED ON BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF SCIENTIFIC FIELDS
Authors:   Research Department of Commerce and Management Studies, Farook College (Autonomous) Kozhikode, NEENU C , NISHAD MOHAMED ,   esearch Department of Commerce and Management Studies, Farook College (Autonomous) Kozhikode
Published: March 2023

This study analyses existing literature about investor behavior around news an- nouncements. We use bibliometric analysis to explore the evolution and development in this theme. We analyze 815 research articles collected from Scopus database from 1992 to 2021 through bibliometric measurements and social networks using Vosviewer. We Önd that the number of studies examining investor behavior in response to news announcements has been steadily increasing over time, particularly since 2008. Further, the study highlighted ináuential authors, countries, institutions, impactful journals, and top articles in this theme. To identify the research gap to propose agenda for future research, the study conducted clustering and factor analysis of main studies and themes in this literature. Majority of the studies has focused on the impact of news announcements on stock market and individual investor sentiment, particularly herd behavior of investors. Even though many researchers tried to investigate di§erent aspects of investor behavior around corporate and macroeco- nomic news announcements, to the best of our knowledge, no studies have been conducted to evaluate the performance and trends in this theme. This study signiÖcantly contributes to the Önancial literature dedicated to news announcements by analyzing the trend and pattern of publication in this theme and helping researchers and other participants in the Önancial market to get insight in this theme and to conduct future studies
Vegetable Oil-Based Pentaerythritol Ester for Industrial Air Compressor Applications: A Tribological Investigation
Authors: Chengareddy P. , Arumugam S.
Published: March 2023

Biolubricants are being developed more frequently as a result of environmental issues, which also improve performance and lessen friction and wear. This study seeks to examine the effects of commercial compressor oil-SAE30, and its blend with pentaerythritol ester (PE) derived from vegetable oil on tribological properties. Two sequential transesterification processes were used to create the pentaerythritol ester made from vegetable oil utilizing the ultrasonic irradiation method. Using an air compressor lubricant, load, and sliding speed for each experimental run, a pin-on-disc tribometer is utilized to examine the friction and wear characteristics of the material. According to the experimental findings, PE 75 (75 vol.% - PE and 25 vol.% - SAE30) performs better than PE and SAE30 in terms of minimum coefficient of friction (COF) and specific wear rate (SWR) under high loads and high sliding speeds. Furthermore, scanning electron microscope (SEM) and Energy Dispersive Analysis of X-Ray (EDAX) analyses were used to examine the morphology behavior of the pin surfaces. Due to the coating that covers the specimen's surface, PE 75 compressor oil displays smoother surfaces than other lubricated surfaces.
Health Literacy and Refugee Women During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Golesorkhi Lara-Zuzan
Published: March 2023

During the COVID-19 pandemic, refugee women in the United States faced significant challenges to sustain their livelihoods, such as losing jobs and health care, becoming essential workers, and finding oneself again in unprecedented situations of limited mobility. These impacts reflect dynamics in migrant health literacy including language proficiency (skills-based approaches) as well as experiences, identities, and power relations in society (socio-cultural approaches). In this article, I explore these dynamics through a gender perspective with a focus on intra-familial health brokering, empowerment-based health education, and health information mapping by drawing on ethnographic research from Portland, Oregon. This includes interviews with 15 refugee women and representatives of organizations working in the context of migration as well as observations of service-providing community efforts. My interviews and observations demonstrate that disruptions in language learning, socio-cultural barriers, and limited access to health-related information resources have posed significant challenges to refugee women’s livelihoods during the pandemic. I suggest that English as a Second Language (ESL) classes can be imperative in addressing these challenges as the classes provide a space for language learning, intercultural dialogue, and information sharing in gender-responsive ways.
PEMANFAATAN KOMPOSIT NATURAL BENTONITE DAN AMPAS TEBU SEBAGAI PENJERNIH AIR LIMBAH INDUSTRI TAHU HARAPAN MAJU
Authors: Samura Lisa , Burhannudinnur Muhammad , Prakoso Suryo , Rosyidan Cahaya , Putra Raka Handika , Urbiyanto Gemintang Atlantika , Auliya Hilyah
Published: March 2023

Tofu industry is an industry dominated by small-scale businesses with limited capital. In terms of location, this business is also very spread throughout Indonesia. One of them is the Harapan Maju (HS) tofu industry in Cimanggis, Depok, West Java. This industry still uses the traditional method by disposing of waste into water bodies. Tofu liquid waste has the characteristics of containing high organic matter and the levels of BOD, COD, TDS are quite high, and and the pH value is low so that if it is directly discharged into the river it can pollute the environment. Therefore, bentonite and bagasse activated carbon are used to treat the waste water of the Harapan Maju tofu industry so that it is safe to be discharged into water bodies. Bentonite has a good ability to absorb organic matter and binds relatively small solids in water. Meanwhile, bagasse activated carbon functions as a purifier and absorbs heavy metals in wastewater. The process carried out is the absorption process or the process of separating solids from the fluid by passing the fluid through a filter medium or septum, where solids will be left in the medium. With this simple technology, it will be very effective when applied to the tofu industrial wastewater treatment, so that the waste that is disposed of will not disturb the ecosystem of water bodies. Before testing the BOD value was 714 ppm, TDS 1129 ppm, COD 1152 ppm and the pH of the wastewater was 4 . After testing, the BOD values were 142.8 ppm, TDS 407 ppm, COD 195.84 ppm and pH 6.
PENINGKATAN KETERAMPILAN WARGA CLUSTER VENEZIA PARUNG PANJANG TERHADAP PENANGGULANGAN KEBAKARAN DI RUMAH
Authors: Fattahanisa Aqlyna , Ristawati Arinda , Widiyatni Harin , Purwiyono Taat Tri
Published: March 2023

Berdasarkan data statistik, ada 992 kasus kebakaran di Jawa barat dan 1088 kasus yang terjadi di Jakarta.  Penyebab terjadinya  kebakaran di tengah masyarakat antara lain adalah: kurangnya informasi atau pengetahuan tentang kebakaran; kelalaian manusia yang sering menjadi penyebab kebakaran yaitu pemasangan instalasi listrik yang tidak standar, membiarkan kompor menyala, membuang putung rokok dan sebagainya. Oleh karena itu, tujuan dari pelaksanaan PkM ini adalah memberikan informasi kepada warga mengenai klasifikasi kebakaran dan cara penanggulangannya serta memberikan pelatihan pemadaman kebakaran dengan menggunakan alat konvensional seperti karung goni ataupun alat pemadam api ringan yang baik dan benar.  Metode yang digunakan pada program PkM ini berupa penyuluhan dan pelatihan oleh narasumber Dinas Kebakaran Kabupaten Bogor. Keberhasilan dalam menanggulangi kebakaran di rumah perlu didukung oleh pengetahuan dasar mengenai asal muasal api dan kebakaran, serta tentang teknik penggunaaan alat, baik itu menggunakan karung goni ataupun dengan menggunakan APAR. Pelatihan basic fire fighting yang dilaksanakan di Cluster Venezia, Parung Panjang mendapat sambutan baik dari warga dan dinas kebakaran Kab. Bogor. Warga mengakui bahwa dengan adanya kegiatan ini dapat menambah ilmu pengetahuan serta keterampilan warga dalam penanganan kebakaran di rumah. Diharapkan kegiatan ini dapat berlanjut, baik mengenai topik ini ataupun topik yang lain.
PENDAMPINGAN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDG’s) UNTUK LINGKUNGAN KELUARGA PESANTREN
Authors: Akbari Annisa Dewi , Surjasa Dadang , Daihani Dadan Umar , Sugiarto Dedy
Published: March 2023

Saat ini Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) telah disepakati untuk menjadi tujuan bersama di seluruh dunia. SDG’s ini dapat dicapai setelah seluruh bagian masyarakat dapat memahami dan mengimplementasikan langkah-langkah menuju SDG’s. YBMI (Yayasan Bunga Melati Indonesia) adalah yayasan yang bergerak di bidang sosial dengan beberapa mitra pesantren yang salah satunya adalah Pesantren Tahfidz Hummalul Qur’an di daerah Gunung Sindur, Kabupaten Bogor. Dalam pesantren tersebut banyak potensi berharga yang dapat meningkatkan kesejahteraan hidup baik untuk para santri, pengurus pesantren, dan masyarakat sekitarnya. Namun di tengah potensi ini, sayangnya para santri belum mempunyai bekal yang cukup khususnya dalam pengenalan konsep sustainable development goals, membuat usaha yang sustainable, pendidikan yang holistik, kesehatan, maupun dalam kaitannya menjaga lingkungan. Oleh karena itu Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (PkM) ini memberikan pendampingan mengenai konsep SDG’s terutama tentang pemanfaatan teknologi masa kini, pendidikan yang holistik, konsep sustainable business, pelatihan bank sampah, serta konsep triangle health. Pendampingan SDG’s ini dilakukan dengan pemberian materi dan pelatihan yang disesuaikan dengan kebutuhan pesantren terkait SDG’s. Berdasarkan hasil evaluasi pelaksanaan PkM, para peserta sangat antusias terhadap materi yang diberikan, pemberian materi dan pelatihan sangat cocok dengan kondisi pesantren, para santri menjadi lebih memahami tentang SDG’s, dan akan mengimplementasikan langkah-langkah untuk dapat mencapai kesejahteraan bersama
PENGARUH PENGENDALIAN INTERNAL, WHISTLEBLOWING SYSTEM, DAN KOMITMEN ORGANISASI TERHADAP PENCEGAHAN KECURANGAN DENGAN MORALITAS INDIVIDU SEBAGAI VARIABEL MODERASI
Authors: Anggoe Megawati , Reskino Reskino
Published: March 2023

The aims of this research were to verify the effect of Internal control, Whistleblowing system, and organizational commitment on Fraud prevention; and to verify whether individual morality moderate the effect of Internal control, Whistleblowing system, and organizational commitment on Fraud prevention. The research method uses explanatory research, data collection techniques use primary data obtained from distributing questionnaires. The research sample consisted of 100 employees at state-owned banks consisting of Bank BNI, Bank BRI, Bank BTN, and Bank Mandiri. Data analysis techniques were carried out with the help of statistics, namely Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results of the study show that internal control, whistleblowing systems, organizational commitment, and individual morality have an effect on fraud prevention. Meanwhile, individual morality is able to moderate the influence between internal control, whistleblowing system, and organizational commitment to fraud prevention. Meanwhile, the magnitude of the influence of fraud prevention can be explained from the presence of internal controls, white blowing systems, and organizational commitment, as well as the moderating effect of individual morality at 81.2%.
CONSTRUCTED WETLAND AT GALUGA LANDFILL FOR LEACHATE TREATMENT: A SUSTAINABLE APPROACH
Authors: Apriana Elvira , Supraba Intan , Kim Won
Published: March 2023

Aim: This study aims to treat leachate by using the constructed wetland. Moreover, the study of the usage of solid waste as a part of constructed wetland was also carried out to analyze the potential of solid waste utilization as filter media. Methodology and Results: Two different alternatives were proposed to obtain the best system, i.e., conventionally constructed wetlands with gravel, sand, and rock as the filtration media, and constructed wetlands that utilize solid waste as the media. The leachate was treated in a constructed wetland using the pandan plant through a phytoremediation process. The results showed that constructed wetlands were able to reduce BOD, COD, nitrate, and phosphate concentrations up to 87.3%, 87.7%, 86%, and 99.7% in a conventionally constructed wetland, also up to 77.1%, 76.9%, 98%, and 98.9% in constructed wetland using solid waste. The analysis results show that the TSS value still exceeds the quality standard due to suspended particles in the water. Conclusion, significance, and impact study: The results showed that constructed wetland significantly affected the reduction of BOD, COD, nitrate, and phosphate but did not significantly reduce TSS. Therefore, additional technology, such as a sedimentation tank, is needed. This ecologically constructed wetland is the first step in achieving sustainable development.
Flexural Behavior of Two-layers Reinforced Concrete Beams
Authors: Najm Halmat B.
Published: March 2023

High-strength concrete is used to reduce the size of the beams in addition to enhancing the strength, this leads to overestimated cost in comparison with normal-strength concrete while using normal-strength concrete leads to the overestimated amount of concrete (layer size) of the beam section. For balancing the condition between the cost and size of beams, the benefit of both materials is used, by using beams in two layers, high-strength concrete in the compression zone (top layer), which is more beneficial for beam strength, and normal strength concrete in tension zone (bottom layer), which is no need using high strength concrete the in-tension zone. This study investigates the flexural and shear behavior of reinforced concrete beams consisting of two layers with different concrete strengths (grades), for beams with and without shear reinforcement (stirrups), considering the effect of shear-span ratio, layer thickness, layer compressive strength, and the overlap time casting of the two layers. The experimental program consists of a total of nineteen reinforced concrete beams of dimension (125 mm x 250 mm) with a total length of 1200 mm, the beams are reinforced with longitudinal reinforcement (4Ø12mm) and using (Ø8mm) bar as transverse reinforcement (stirrups). The experimental results show that the crack pattern of the two-layer reinforced concrete is closer to the crack of the control beam with one layer. Increasing the compressive strength of the concrete of the top layer, the ultimate failure load increased by (8.35%, 15.6%, and 18.85%), with respect to the (control beam) with the full depth of normal concrete. By increasing the high-strength layer thickness, the value of shear strength (Vc) and ultimate shear strength (Vu) increased linearly. The casting overlap time of up to (60 min) can be used for casting two-layered reinforced concrete beams, which is recommended, beyond this time the strength of the shear strength (Vc) and, ultimate shear strength (Vu) decreases. With increasing the shear span ratio (a/d) from (1 to 1.5 and 2) the ultimate load failure decreased by (33% and 50%). The shear strength capacity decreases with increasing stirrup spacing.
Screening for antibacterial activity in selected medicinal plant extracts against Xanthomonas euvesicatoria
Authors: Salih Medya A. , Rashid Tavga S.
Published: March 2023

Background and objectives: The environment and human health have fared badly from the use of ‎synthetic pesticides as a form of pest control. Plants are considered as an alternate pesticide for pest control ‎without sacrificing the environment and their potency on pests.‎
Methods: Aqueous extracts of (Lavender flower, olive leaves, thuja leaves and fruit, fig milk, clove flower buds, Arabic gum, Borage, Tarragon, Cress seed and Carob tree) were tested against newly isolated Xanthomonas euvesicatoria (Acc. No. OP115671) from symptomatic tomato plants.
Results: The in vitro results showed that clove extract is highly effective in inhibiting bacterium growth followed by borage, carob and tarragon respectively. The minimum inhibitory concentration MIC and the minimum bactericidal concentration MBC of clove extract reached 3.125 and 6.25 mg/ml respectively.
 Conclusions: This study indicated that aqueous extract of clove can potentially be used as a promising bactericide in the near future.
Key Words: Clove, borage, carob, tarragon, MIC and MBC.
Molecular Comparative Study of Virulence Factors Produced by Gram-Negative Bacteria Isolated from Several Cancer Cases and NonCancer Patients in Erbil Governorate, Iraq
Authors: Othman Saman I. , Ali Fattma A.
Published: March 2023

Background and objectives: Gram-negative bacteria are one of the most prevalent complications among immunocompromised cancer sufferers and pose the greatest threat to these patients.
Our study aimed to conduct research on Gram-negative bacteria isolated from various clinical samples among cancerous patients and non-cancerous patients in Erbil city to analyze and compare some virulence genes among them such as tuf, atpD1, atpD2, ms-1, ms-2 and ms-3.
Methods: The current study was carried out in Nanakaly hospital and other public health hospitals in Erbil- Kurdistan region at a period extending from August 2021 to March 2022.  A total of 100 different clinical samples including urine, sputum, wound swab, stool, blood, have been collected from patients with different types of cancer (n=50) and non-cancerous patients (n=50), from both gender (male and female), without limited age group. Gram-negative bacterial isolates identified by microscopical, macroscopical analysis and Vitek II compact system.
Results: The results of amplification of tuf gene among the cancerous patients were (70%), while the results among the non-cancerous patients was (52%). The percentage of atpD1 from cancer patients were (52%), as well as the appearance among non-cancerous patients were (44%) isolates. The results of atpD2 among cancer patients were (52%). However, the average of atpD2 among patients without cancer were (48%). The results of agarose gel electrophoresis of amplicons appeared that (32%) samples possess ms-1 among cancer cases, while there have not any positive results for control patients. Also, the results of ms-2 gene were (28%) from cancer patients, whereas, the prevalence of ms-2 gene marker among patients without cancer was (6%). The distribution of ms-3 gene was (22%) among cancer patients. Otherwise, the prevalence from samples of patients other than cancer were (20%). According to the statistical tests, the results showed no significant association between genes and type of bacteria in cancerous patients as well as in non-cancerous patients.
Conclusions: tuf, atpD1 and atpD2 genes sealed a discriminated gene as a virulence factor encoding genes for identification of gram-negative bacteria. To the public health and especially from patients with cancer there is a main distribution of ms-1, ms-2 and ms-3 genes among gram-negative bacteria.
Emerging Trends In Science, Social Science, Engineering And Management-A Multidisciplinary Approach
Authors: Dr.Mohammed Abdul Raffey
Published: March 2023

The intent behind the Book is to provide a common platform, where academia, delegates from industry, and nominees from various Government and Private Universities and Institutions can put their views on Research trends across various fields as well as deliberate upon futuristic approaches along with major bottlenecks. The deliberations will not only encompass all avenues of Engineering, Social Science, Management, Basic Science, but also through a spotlight on the positive and inadvertent impact of modern technologies on society.
Intriguing Subcutaneous Nodules – A Panic-Stricken Panniculitis
Authors: Jagadeesan Soumya , Krishna Radhika , Eapen Malini
Published: March 2023

A 13-year-old boy presented with multiple transient painless swellings over the body for the past 6 months. Lesions would persist for 6–8 weeks and spontaneously resolve leaving behind discolouration and altered skin texture. Clinical examination revealed a single soft, non-tender mobile nodule of 2 × 2 cm over left arm, along with multiple discrete well defined post-inflammatory hypopigmented patches with hyperpigmented scaly papules over the arms, thighs and trunk. Skin biopsy showed lobular panniculitis composed of lymphoid cells, histiocytes and plasma cells with characteristic rimming of fat cells by lymphoid cells suggestive of cytophagic histiocytic panniculitis. Immunohistochemistry showed positive CD3, CD5, CD7 and CD8, negative CD20, CD4, CD56, Ki67 – 75–80%, CD68 highlighting the histiocytes and C30 negative. Positron emission tomography–magnetic resonance imaging showed multiple fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) avid cutaneous and subcutaneous nodules throughout the body and minimally FDG avid axillary and inguinal lymph nodes. Thereby, a final diagnosis of subcutaneous panniculitis like T-cell lymphoma was concluded. Our patient was started on a tapering dose of oral prednisolone and cyclosporine, following which the lesions significantly improved.
Facile Energy Gap Tuning in Nanographene-MOFs
Authors: Zheng Xin , Reji Rosmi , Drummer Matthew C. , He Haiying , Niklas Jens , Weingartz Nicholas P. , Bolotin Igor L. , Chen Lin X. , Poluektov Oleg G. , Zapol Peter , Glusac Ksenija D.
Published: March 2023

The utilization of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) in photocatalysis applications requires light-responsive architectures with tunable optical bandgaps. Here, we demonstrate a facile approach to optical bandgap tuning via post-synthetic modifica-tions of pbz-MOF-1, a Zr-based MOF with polyphenylene ligands. A simple reaction of pbz-MOF-1 with FeCl3 was shown to induce three different chemical reactions of the ligands: oxidative dehydrogenation, chlorination and one/two electron oxi-dation of the ligands. The result of these reactions was a gradual decrease in the optical bandgap from 2.95 eV to as little as 0.69 eV. Time-resolved optical spectroscopy and electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy, coupled with density functional theory calculations provide insights into the mechanisms of bandgap tuning using chemical oxidation methods. The facile bandgap tuning report here has promising application in the utilization of photo-responsive MOFs in photocatalysis, sensing and other light-triggered applications.