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IoT-Based Smart Sensors
Authors: Ashwini A. , Sriram  , Sangeetha S.
Published: February 2024

The emergence of internet of things (IoT) based smart sensors has brought a revolution in disaster management to create early warning systems and to quickly respond to natural disasters. This chapter explores the vital function that these sensors serve, emphasizing how they might improve preparedness and lessen the destructive effects of disasters. It provides vital information that helps communities and authorities to anticipate any flooding events using smart sensors, flood sensors, atmospheric sensors. It emphasizes the necessity of developments in IoT-based smart sensors through case studies and real-world examples. Through an examination of the application of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning, the chapter highlights how these sensors can sense on changing environmental conditions, improving the precision of early warning systems and response plans. The chapter ends with a discussion of the applications of internet of things-based smart sensors that can successfully address the difficulties brought on by natural catastrophes.
Unveiling Earth's Rhythms
Authors: Damodaran Dhinakaran , Srinivasan L. , Selvaraj R. , Anish T. P.
Published: February 2024

The chapter presents a comprehensive exploration of deep learning techniques applied to seismic pattern recognition and forecasting, aiming to advance our understanding of earthquake behavior. Beginning with a brief overview of the seismic cycle and its significance, the narrative delves into the challenges associated with accurately predicting the locations of seismic cycles. The role of deep learning in revolutionizing seismic forecasting is then elucidated, emphasizing its capacity to predict beyond single seismic cycles and under diverse conditions. The chapter further provides a mathematical algorithm outlining the step-by-step process, from data collection to model training, adaptation, and continuous monitoring.
Analysis of Crime Against Bharat Girls and Women
Authors: Chaurasia Suhashini Awadhesh , Shelke Nilesh , Sherekar Swati , Deshpande Swapnil Govind , Chourasia Sumukh Awadhesh
Published: February 2024

With increase in the technology there is increase in the crimes against girls and women. No matter how much Bharat is growing in terms of economy, there is vast growth in sexual assault. So, there is a necessity to analyse this aspect also. The crime against girls and women reported from 2017 to 2021 for various states of Bharat country has been retrieved from the government port and used for the analyses of this research chapter. The data is represented keeping view in every criterion which includes rape, kidnapping, abduction, death due to dowry, insult, and many more. Graphical representation of the data becomes easy to under real time situation of the country. Using this chapter, the authors want to attract the Government of Bharat to understand the situation in the country and take appropriate action in this field.
Mobile Application-Based Women's Safety and Security System Using AI
Authors: Gehani Hitesh , Ponnusamy Sivaram
Published: February 2024

There are many shameless residential manhandles for ladies across the world. Usually quickened due to the nonappearance of a successful following framework. This is centred on a female security framework centred on AI which offers security to women. This system can be programmed and manually react accurately in pivotal circumstances. In arrange to accurately track the condition of casualty and Raspberry Pi, the proposed gadget comprises a discourse acknowledgment device, Gsm modem, and a few other locators, such as beat locators and an accelerometer, to screen the information and shirking or security measures might be carried out agreeing to the noteworthiness of the issue. The authors utilize one program and a few collar chain artifacts and shows that are in regular utilize. The machine is indistinguishable from a screen on the collar with a button as a source, where, when turning on the yelling warning, the electric stun gadget and the screen and area points of interest of contacts and the closest police station are implemented for the self-defense aim.
Mobile Apps for Personal Safety of Women Using Blockchain Technology
Authors: Brijwani Geeta N. , Ajmire Prafulla E. , Jewani Varkha , Chaurasia Suhashini
Published: February 2024

The safety and security of women in today's society is of paramount concern, given the myriad of challenges and threats they face. In response to these pressing issues, this chapter explores the convergence of technology and social welfare through the lens of “Mobile Apps Using Blockchain for Women's Safety.” The chapter commences by illuminating the gravity of the problem, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions. It delves into the fundamental aspects of blockchain technology, elucidating its decentralized, transparent, and secure nature, highlighting why it is aptly suited to address women's safety concerns.
Silica Based Material as a Potential Adsorbent in Reducing Sterol Glucoside Level in Palm Oil Biodiesel
Authors: Abd Malek Muhammad Nor Fazli , Maniam Gaanty Pragas
Published: February 2024

In recent years, biodiesel has emerged as a popular alternative to fossil fuels due to its superior properties. However, the presence of bioactive compounds, known as sterol glucosides (SGs), in crop-based biodiesel has posed a challenge for producers, as they act as crystal seeds and can cause gel formation or precipitation in cold temperatures. This can lead to issues with the quality of biodiesel during storage or use in vehicle engines. To address this issue, a study was conducted to explore the use of silica-based materials as an adsorbent to reduce SGs concentration in palm oil biodiesel. Natural resources silica material with a size of less than 100 µm was used in the process. The results showed that the use of silica gel led to the removal of 63.09 % of SGs in palm-based biodiesel due to its high surface area (556 m2/g) and porosity (0.79 cm3/g). Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis indicated that the silicate and hydroxyl groups on the adsorbent’s surface were responsible for SGs adsorption. Importantly, the quality of the biodiesel before and after the adsorption treatment met all the specifications of the EN 61214 standard. This research suggests that the use of silica-based materials could be a promising solution for reducing SGs concentration in crop-based biodiesel, and could potentially improve its overall quality.
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Capture and Utilization Targeting
Authors: binti Mudzarol Nor Haleeda , binti Mohd Nawi Wan Norlinda Roshana
Published: February 2024

The global increase in CO2 emissions is attributable to this study. Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a potential method for reducing CO2 emissions. However, reducing CO2 emissions by storing it in a geological reservoir without using it may have limitations over time. Using a CO2 integration-based strategy, this study presents an algebraic targeting method for determining the optimal utilisation network. Along with CCS development, the concept of CO2 capture and utilisation via CO2 integration is presented. The qualified CO2 captured from CO2 emissions sources is injected into a CO2 pipeline or header in order to meet the CO2 utilisation needs of a variety of industries. Prior to injecting the remaining CO2 into a geological reservoir for storage, the CO2 sources and needs are matched. The CO2 headers can meet the CO2 requirements of industries located along the headers that use CO2 as a feedstock or raw material. The estimated integration of CO2 capture and CO2 utilisation will minimise the amount of CO2 sent to storage and increase the geological reservoir's carbon storage life span. The CO2 capture and usage targeting tool that was made has led to about 220.5 t/h of integrated CO2 source and demand, with 47% less CO2 that needs to be sent to storage.
A Vehicle Fleet Study to Investigate the Effect of B20 and B10 Usage on Engine Oil Degradation
Authors: Thaddeus Daryl Jay , Jalil Nursyairah , Nang Harrison Lau Lik , Kiat Ng Hoon
Published: February 2024

The use of blended palm biodiesel has been implemented in Malaysia starting with B5 (5% palm biodiesel blended with 95% petroleum diesel) in 2011, B7 (7% palm biodiesel blended with 93% petroleum diesel) in 2014, and B10 in 2019. Palm biodiesel has been regarded as a reliable petroleum diesel substitute since 1995 following the research and development carried out by MPOB. Six trucks participated in the trial to evaluate the use of B20 and B10 through fleet testing and laboratory investigations. The trucks were divided into two groups according to fuel used. The field trial started in 2019 and ended in 2021. Engine oil and filter samples were taken at 5,000 kilometers intervals between service interval 30,000 kilometers. All the engine oil samples were within their operational service limits at each 5,000 kilometers sampling interval. The average viscosities of used engine oil in B20 group were 12.75 mm2 s-1 and for B10 group 12.98 mm2 s-1. The total basic number (TBN) values for the B20 group was 6.4 mg KOH g-1 and 6.3 mg KOH g-1 on average for B10 group. The wear and contaminants test showed the average iron particles concentrations for B20 and B10 groups were 22 ppm and 25 ppm respectively. In terms of engine oil evaporation, the average zinc and phosphorus concentrations reduced by only 20% for both vehicle groups. The average values for soot in oil showed that the B20 group had 10% less soot build-up compared to B10 group. The use of B20 had affected engine oil quality with minimal advantages for soot in oil and iron particle concentrations.
Nutritional status of chronic kidney disease patients undergoing hemodialysis in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Authors: Weerakoon Dishani Chandramali Rajarama , Herath Medhake , Perera Raveena Devindi , De Zoysa Siriwardana Edirimuni Punsala Erandi , Jayasekara Kithsiri Bandara , Sheriff Mohamed Hussain Rezvi
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Malnutrition is a common condition among patients receiving hemodialysis and one of the principal indicators of mortality and morbidity.Objectives: The main aim of the study was to assess the nutritional status of hemodialysis recipients.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on fiftyfive patients in two nephrology clinics in Colombo. Data were collected under four categories; an interviewer administered questionnaire, anthropometric measurements, biochemical investigations and derived calculations. Urea reduction ratio and Kt/V were calculated to assess the dialysis efficiency. Nutritional Risk Index was employed to evaluate the malnutrition risk.Results: In the study population, 70.9% were males and mean age, mean dialysis duration were recorded as 56.05±13.16 years and 13±12 months respectively. According to BMI, 10.9% of the patients were underweight, 38.2%; normal, 14.5%; overweight and 36.4% were obese. Low levels of serum albumin, total protein, iron and hemoglobin were reported among 30.9%, 14.5%, 41.8% and 89.1% of patients respectively. More than 50% of the population had an increased CRP level, depicting an inflammatory reaction. Mean URR and Kt/V of the population were 65.8±9.6% and 1.3±0.3 respectively, which were above the recommended level. Malnutrition risk was negatively correlated with serum total calcium level (r=-0.49, p<0.001), total protein level (r=-0.415, p<0.05), dialysis duration (r=-0.351, p<0.05), diastolic blood pressure (r=-0.35, p<0.05) and MUAC (r=-0.332, p<0.05) and positively correlated with absolute lymphocyte count (r=0.332, p<0.05).Conclusion: Majority of the patients had an efficient dialysis session. High, moderate and low risk of malnutrition were analyzed as 7.3%, 29.1% and 63.6%. In a binomial logistic regression, total calcium level (p<0.001, Exp(B); 0.027) and appetite of patients (p=0.04, Exp(B);13.816) were identified as strong predictors of malnutrition risk.
Comparison of cefoxitin disc diffusion test, HiCrome rapid MRSA agar and PCR for mecA, PVL and femB genes for detection of methicillinresistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
Authors: Wijekoon Sineth Jeewantha , Abeygoonawardena Harshi , Karawgoda Ridmy Amaya , Chandrasiri Nambage Shirani , Senanayake Nilanthi Priyadarshika
Published: February 2024

This study evaluates the effectiveness of cefoxitin disk diffusion as a method to detect methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), comparing with HiCrome MRSA screening agar and PCR-based mecA gene detection. Both PCR and the cefoxitin disk diffusion test exhibited 100% sensitivity and specificity, while HiCrome agar showed slightly lower sensitivity (90%) and specificity (95.24%) out of 72 Staphylococcus aureus isolates. The MRSA detection rate was found to be 41.66%, with femB and PVL genes present in 86.6% and 13.3% of MRSA isolates, respectively. Cefoxitin could serve as a reliable substitute marker for MRSA detection, particularly in settings with limited resources.
SLMA Guidelines and Information on Vaccines: Eighth edition 2023, 496 pages
Authors: Wickramasinghe Vithanage Pujitha
Published: February 2024

Eighth Edition 2023, 496 pages

Published by Sri Lanka Medical Association
An active-optical reflectance sensor in-field testing for the prediction of winter wheat harvest metrics
Authors: Kostić Marko Milan , Ljubičić Nataša , Aćin Vladimir , Mirosavljević Milan , Budjen Maša , Rajković Miloš , Dedović Nebojša
Published: February 2024

The ambition of this study was to justify the possibility of wheat trait prediction using NDVI from a newly developed Plant-O-Meter sensor. Acquired data from Plant-O-Meter was matched with GreenSeeker's, which was designated as a reference. The experiment was carried out in the field during the 2022 growing season at the long-term experimental field. The experimental design included five different winter wheat genotypes and 20 different NPK fertilizer treatments. The GreenSeeker sensor always gave out NDVI values that were higher than those of the Plant-O-Meter by, on average, 0.029 (6.36%). The Plant-O-Meter sensor recorded similar NDVI values (94% of the variation is explained, p<0.01). The Plant-O-Meter's NDVIs had a higher CV for different wheat varieties and different sensing dates. For almost all varieties, GreenSeeker exceeded Plant-O-Meter in predicting yields for the early (March 21st) and late (June 6th) growing seasons. NDVIGreenSeeker data improved yield modeling performance by an average of 5.1% when compared to NDVIPlant-O-Meter; in terms of plant height prediction, NDVIGreenSeeker was 3% more accurate than NDVIPlant-O-Meter and no changes in spike length prediction were found. A compact, economical and user-friendly solution, the Plant-O-Meter, is straightforward to use in wheat breeding programs as well as mercantile wheat production.
Pedodontists’ awareness of orthodontics: An online survey
Authors: Al-Dulaimy Dunia A. , Al-Zubaydi Fudhla S. , Al-Khannaq Mohammed Rafid A. , Nahidh Mohammed
Published: February 2024

OBJECTIVES:

This study aimed to document knowledge, awareness, and ability to provide different aspects of orthodontic treatment currently provided by pedodontists.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

A 14-item online questionnaire was sent to 120 pedodontists in different countries. Responses received within 2 months were analyzed as frequency and percentage.

RESULTS:

The response rate was 68.3%. Most respondents demonstrated adequate information about the etiology and diagnosis of different malocclusions and paid attention to patients’ facial characteristics. The desire to learn from continuing education programs was higher for preventive and interceptive orthodontics. Space maintainers, habit breakers, management of anterior crossbite, and serial extraction were the orthodontic services most provided by pedodontists.

CONCLUSIONS:

Pedodontists should attend to continuing education about the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment planning for various malocclusions.
Evaluation of Perceived Social Stigma and Burnout, among Health-Care Workers Working in COVID-19 Designated Hospital of India
Authors: Patel Bhumika Rajendrakumar , Khanpara Bhumi G. , Mehta Prakash I. , Patel Kishan D. , Marvania Nidhi P.
Published: February 2024

Introduction:

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has notably changed the working and community environment for health-care workers (HCWs) leading to burnout and feeling of being stigmatized by the community due to their work. This study aims at assessing the prevalence of burnout, perceived social stigma, and their demographic and work-related predictors.

Methods:

A cross-sectional study using Oldenburg Burnout Inventory and perceived stigma scale was carried out among 348 HCWs in COVID-19 designated hospital at Ahmedabad about 6 months after the onset of the outbreak in September 2020. The prevalence of burnout was assessed in two dimensions: disengagement and exhaustion. Severity of each was measured on low, moderate, and high levels.

Results:

Total 348 HCWs participated in study with a mean age of 28.05 ± 6.75 years. Two hundred and sixty-five (76.15%) HCWs experienced burnout and 200 (57.47%) high levels of perceived stigma. The level of burnout was measured on three severities. Factors which predict high burnout are female gender, lower education, unmarried status, living in a nuclear family, and high perceived stigma. Work characteristics such as duty hours, days of working, monthly income, and work experience does not predict burnout. Intern doctors had high burnout (87.25%, χ
2 = 28.067, P < 0.001) while nurses had high perceived stigma (70.97%, χ
2 = 14.307, P < 0.05). Perceived stigma is positively correlated with burnout (r = 0.26, P < 0.001) with its both components, disengagement (r = 0.19, P < 0.001) and exhaustion (r = 0.30, P < 0.001).

Conclusion:

Burnout and stigmatization are prevalent among HCWs. Psychological interventions needed to reduce their burden and improve quality care during pandemic.
What Explains the Rural − Urban Inequalities in Maternal Health Services Utilization in Tanzania? A Fairlie Decomposition Analysis
Authors: Ntegwa Magashi Joseph , Mcharo Evaline Gabriel , Mlay Joseph Faustine
Published: February 2024

Introduction:

Maternal mortality remains a public health issue in developing countries, with rural areas having higher rates as compared to the urban areas. Since effective utilization of maternal health-care services has the potential to reduce maternal mortality, this study measures the factors contributing to the existing rural − urban differences in the utilization of maternal healthcare services in Tanzania.

Methods:

We used Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey 2015/2016 data. Multi-stage stratified sampling was used to select the study participants and we estimated a Fairlie decomposition to understand the factors that contribute to inequality in maternal health-care services utilization between the rural and urban areas in Tanzania using Stata 17.

Results:

The study findings revealed a considerably wide rural-urban disparity in the utilization of maternal health-care services. As the findings indicated, household wealth status is the major factor for that disparity. Other factors are women's exposure to the media, women's working status, and distance from the homesteads to the health facilities.

Conclusion:

Therefore, any policy geared toward bridging the gap between the rural and urban areas in the utilization of maternal health-care services should focus on empowering women in terms of household economic status, media exposure, and employment.
Social-Distancing Compliance among Pedestrians in Ahvaz, South-West Iran during the Covid-19 pandemic
Authors: Shirali Gholam Abbas , Rahimi Zahra , Araban Marzieh , Mohammadi Mohammad Javad , Cheraghian Bahman
Published: February 2024

Introduction:

Social distancing is a public health tool that seeks to reduce opportunities for an infectious agent to spread among individuals. The current study aimed at investigating the social-distancing compliance among pedestrians in Ahvaz city, South-west Iran during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods:

This cross-sectional study was conducted in Ahvaz, South-west Iran, from 2 to August 11, 2020. The data collection was performed based on observation of passers-by in the streets. Chi-square, Fisher's exact test, Chi-square for trend, and logistic regression were used for the data analysis.

Results:

The overall compliance rate of social distancing was 16.3%. There was a statistically significant difference between age groups and social distancing (P < 0.001), but this relationship was not seen in gender (P = 0.12). The compliance rate of social distancing was significantly higher during morning hours than evening hours (P < 0.001). A significant inverse association was founded between the number of observed group members and the compliance rate of social distancing so that the odds of social distancing compliance among two members groups were 59% higher than the group of 6 and more members (odds ratio = 1.59; 95% confidence interval, 1.47–1.72; P = 0.003).

Conclusion:

We found that the overall compliance rate of social distancing among the participants was very low and inefficient. This can make disease control difficult and leads the city to a critical situation in terms of coronavirus outbreaks. The findings can help health policymakers and health workers to plan and conduct preventive interventions.
Increased left ventricular remodelling index in paradoxical low-flow severe aortic stenosis with preserved left ventricular ejection fraction compared to normal-flow severe aortic stenosis
Authors: Ngiam Jinghao Nicholas , Chew Nicholas , Jou Eric , Ho Jamie SY , Pramotedham Thanawin , Liong Tze Sian , Kuntjoro Ivandito , Yeo Tiong-Cheng , Sia Ching-Hui , Kong William Kok Fai , Poh Kian-Keong
Published: February 2024

Introduction:

Patients with paradoxical low-flow (LF) severe aortic stenosis (AS) despite preserved left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) appear distinct from normal-flow (NF) patients, showing worse prognosis, more concentric hypertrophy and smaller left ventricular (LV) cavities. The left ventricular remodelling index (LVRI) has been demonstrated to reliably discriminate between physiologically adapted athlete’s heart and pathological LV remodelling.

Methods:

We studied patients with index echocardiographic diagnosis of severe AS (aortic valve area <1 cm2) with preserved LVEF (>50%). The LVRI was determined by the ratio of the LV mass to the end-diastolic volume, as previously reported, and was compared between patients with LF and NF AS. Patients were prospectively followed up for at least 3 years, and clinical outcomes were examined in association with LVRI.

Results:

Of the 450 patients studied, 112 (24.9%) had LF AS. While there were no significant differences in baseline clinical profile between LF and NF patients, LVRI was significantly higher in the LF group. Patients with high LVRI (>1.56 g/mL) had increased all-cause mortality (log-rank 9.18, P = 0.002) and were more likely to be admitted for cardiac failure (log-rank 7.61, P = 0.006) or undergo aortic valve replacement (log-rank 18.4, P < 0.001). After adjusting for the effect of age, hypertension, aortic valve area and mean pressure gradient on multivariate Cox regression, high LVRI remained independently associated with poor clinical outcomes (hazard ratio 1.64, 95% confidence interval 1.19–2.25, P = 0.002).

Conclusion:

Pathological LV remodelling (increased LVRI) was more common in patients with LF AS, and increased LVRI independently predicts worse clinical outcomes.
Associations of active and passive tobacco exposure with elevated blood pressure in Korean adolescents
Authors: Park Hyerin , Jeong Hyunsuk , Yim Hyeon Woo , Bae Sanghyuk
Published: February 2024

OBJECTIVES: To test the hypothesis that tobacco exposure is associated with elevated blood pressure (EBP) in Korean adolescents, and that the association is dose dependent.METHODS: This cross-sectional study used data from the 2011-2020 Korea National Health and Nutrition Survey (KNHANES). Subjects were eligible if they were 13-18 years at the time of participation in KNHANES. Tobacco exposure was defined by urine cotinine level. The main outcomes were EBP and hypertension. Statistical analyses were conducted using SAS version 9.4 with appropriate sampling weights to account for the complex survey design, stratification, and cluster variable.RESULTS: A total of 2,518 adolescents was included in the analysis, representing 2.5 million Korean adolescents. The mean± standard deviation participant age was 15.3±1.7 years, and 55.3% were male. The number of participants with active tobacco smoke exposure was 283 (11.2%), passive tobacco smoke exposure was 145 (5.8%), and no smoke exposure was 2,090 (83.0%). Analysis of the 2,518 urine-cotinine-verified participants showed that tobacco smoke exposure had a significant effect on EBP: with an odds of elevated blood pressure of 3.00 (95% confidence interval [CI], 1.14 to 7.89). The odds of hypertension were 3.61 (95% CI, 1.13 to 11.49) in the active smoking group compared with the no tobacco exposure group after adjustment for potential confounders.CONCLUSIONS: It is necessary to present a range of public health plans to reduce tobacco exposure that affects adolescents’ blood pressure, and further research with a larger number of participants using urine cotinine as a biomarker is needed.
The Disposition of Christians to Political Governance in Nigeria in Relation to Romans 12:14 - 13:10
Authors: Olajide Rev. Michael D.
Published: February 2024

There have been controversies about Christians’ disposition towards political leadership or civil authorities. The Apostle Paul (Romans 12:14-13:1-10) instructs Christians to submit to political authorities; given that certain Christians had shunned all restraint because of their heavenly calling and lost respect for earthly authorities. The burden of this study is the appropriate attitude required from adherents of Christianity towards unfair, ungodly, and despotic leaders. Christians are facing high-level of opposition and marginalization in Nigeria especially in recent times. For instance, most scholars usually treat Romans 13:1-10 thus neglecting Romans 12:14-21. Whereas Romans 12:14-21 is the preceding part of Romans 13:1-10. Therefore, the study employed a historical-critical reading of Romans 12:14-13:10 as a composite unit and its applicability to Christians’ socio-political responsibilities in Nigeria. Primary data is elicited from the Bible with the aid of exegetical tools, while secondary data were sourced from works referencing the selected biblical text and on political governance in Nigeria. Data was content-analysed within the ambit of a phenomenological approach whereby attention is placed on Christians’ disposition towards political leaders and civil authorities. Political obligation theory has been found appropriate and deployed for this study. Hence, the paper recommends that Christians should avoid contemptuous or indifferent disposition to civil authorities and political leaders. Christians occupying political offices should
enliven their Christian virtues amidst persecution and repression.
Challenging the Sacred: The Law of Doubting the Authenticity of the Quran in the Perspective of the Fatwa of the Indonesian Ulema Council
Authors: Dalimunthe Amsal Qori , Pratiw Endah Rundika , Batubara Taslim
Published: February 2024

This article aims to analyse the law of doubting the authenticity of the Quran from the perspective of the fatwa of the Indonesian Ulema Council. The urgency of this research is to revisit the sacredness of the Quran as an answer to the criticism of the challengers. This research uses a qualitative method with a literature study approach. Primary data through Q.S. Al-Hijr verse nine, and Q.S. Al-Baqarah as Naqli arguments and Aqli arguments referring to MUI Fatwa as core data. Secondary data in the form of scientific articles and books of interpretation. Data analysis techniques using the Tahlili interpretation method and content analysis. The results showed that at the level of Naqli's arguments, the authenticity of the Quran is undeniable because the literature says there is no doubt in the Quran, and Allah maintains its authenticity. This is the reason why the content of the Quran remains the same despite the efforts of those who want to falsify it. Authenticity at the level of Aqli evidence is the consistency of the Quran's language and structure, accurate scientific content, predictions,
and prophecies that prove accurate, ethical, and aesthetics of the message that contains moral values.
Male Ulama Reinterpretation of the Gender Hadith in Indonesian Socio Cultural Contexts
Authors: Nikmatullah Nikmatullah
Published: February 2024

It is very important to reread and reinterpret of the religious texts related to gender and women's issues by considering the socio-cultural context of Muslim communities. This article focuses on discussing Qira’ah Mubadalah or reciprocal interpretation initiated by Faqihuddin Abdul Kodir, a male feminist ulama who was influenced by the empirical reality of Indonesian Muslim society. With a qualitative approach, the data in this article were obtained from the Qira’ah Mubadalah book and the Mubadalahi.id website. This article finds that the idea of Mubadalah with the concepts and principles of mutuality and partnership between men and women is based on religious texts which place men
and women as the subjects of the text. Narratives about women's involvement at the beginning of Islam in the 7th century and the role of Indonesian women in the
educational, social and political fields since the 17th century have become the spirit and inspiration to fight for gender equality. In the hadith of the Prophet, the basic principles of mutuality are based on the values of brotherhood, commitment to doing well, compassion, mutual communication and helping each other. Furthermore, to find the principles and values of mutuality and partnership between men and women in Islamic teachings, a thematic study was carried out by referring to the Quran and other hadiths of the same theme, understanding the text contextually and inclusively, considering the validity of the hadith, and refers to authoritative hadith books. The involvement of men in rereading religious texts is more easily accepted by the Muslim community because it is not confrontational, does not criticize but rather provides alternative interpretation options that are accommodating to differences in interpretation among Muslims. Rereading of gender-just religious texts needs to be done as a prerequisite for realizing a just and equal society for men and women in the Muslim community.
The Commodification of Religious Rituals: Representations of Political Actors in Indonesian
Elections
Authors: Lubis Faizal Hamzah , Nasution Faiz Albar , Harahap Rahma Hayati
Published: February 2024

Elections in Indonesia are closely linked to religion, with politicians using religion as a medium to appeal to voters. In addition, the increasingly widespread commodification of religious rituals in Indonesian politics confirms that religious symbols in campaigns are still part of democratisation. This research aims to explain how to understand the phenomenon of Islamic religious commodification in the context of democracy in Indonesia, starting from the use of religious symbols, forms of commodification, and their implications. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method to analyse the commodification of religion by three Indonesian politicians running for the Indonesian presidential election 2024. Data was collected from Instagram, with 1,154 posts indicating the commodification of religion. The data was analysed using document searches and experts' views and combined for descriptive analysis. The commodification of religious rituals in Presidential Elections in Indonesia has transformed spiritual values into political interests, using religion to gain support and establish a leadership identity. The three politicians have intertwined religious symbols and relationships with clerics, resulting in Islamic populist ideology and identity politics. This has led to the polarisation of society and the recruitment of politicians for electoral purposes.
Postmodernism and the Challenges of a Christian Education Worldview in Higher Education in Indonesia
Authors: Tulung Jeane Marie , Santoso Juli , Tanasyah Yusak , Sutrisno  , Hutabarat Christiani , Rismawati Netti
Published: February 2024

Postmodernism gravely calls into question the feasibility of a modern educational enterprise since postmodern relativism appears to undercut the possibility of justification, both inside and outside of education. As a result, some educators believe that postmodernism is the declared end of education. This article presents a biblical worldview as the unifying theme for the combination of knowledge and religion in higher education. The biblical story has significance for the Christian faith and Christian ethics and serves as a strong basis for a complete worldview to face the challenge of the postmodern world. According to this viewpoint, the biblical story offers solutions to the most important problems in life, such as: Who are we? We are where? What is the issue? What is the remedy? The biblical story offers a strong basis for an all-encompassing worldview that responds to these concerns and aids in resolving any potential separation in our lives were postmodern gives questions in higher education.
A Study of the Philosophy of Education and Analysis of the Principles of Implementing Education according to the Al-Qur’an
Authors: Manurung Purbatua , Saragih Abdul Hasan , Hasibuan Pagar
Published: February 2024

The research aims to analyze the principles of implementing education according to the Al-Qur’an. The Al-Qur’an is a source of guidance for Muslims in carrying out their lives, including conducting education. The principles of implementing education are contained in the Al-Qur’an which can be used as a guide for stakeholders and teachers in carrying out their duties. Developing principles for implementing education based on Islamic education philosophy in the Al-Qur’an will produce comprehensive guidance for believers. The research method used in this brief study was a content analysis of the Al-Qur’an to determine the philosophy of educational principles based on the Al-Qur’an. Systematic linguistic analysis in the original Al-Qur’an text and the translation of the Al-Qur’an in English to reveal the principles of educational implementation was carried out. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that there are several principles for implementing education contained in the Al-Qur’an. The first component of the educational principle is reasoning which is promoted in the Al-Qur’an, namely inferential, independent reasoning and facilitated reasoning. The second principle of implementing education is that implementing education is oriented towards developing moral character through various learning process activities or what is called orthopractic theology. The contribution of this research is the discovery of a strong principled basis for implementing education and becoming the basis for hermeneutical research to
investigate the philosophy of implementing education based on the Al-Qur’an that can be applied in real life situations. This research has implications for the practice of implementing education in Indonesia. Teachers must pay attention to the learning methods used that can likely optimize students' reasoning abilities and must accommodate methods of remembering, listening and reading literacy activities.
Association of Calcium and Vitamin D Supplements with Fractures in Persons with a Traumatic SCI
Authors: Le Brian , Xu Hongyan (Nathan) , Weaver Frances M. , Huo Zhiping (Jenny) , Avidano Ryan , Hurlburt Piper , Morgan Sarah , Carbone Laura
Published: February 2024

Background:

Osteoporotic fractures occur in almost half of patients with a spinal cord injury (SCI) and are associated with significant morbidity and excess mortality. Paralyzed Veterans Administration (PVA) guidelines suggest that adequate calcium and vitamin D intake is important for skeletal health, however, the association of these supplements with osteoporotic fracture risk is unclear.

Objectives:

To determine the association of filled prescriptions for calcium and vitamin D with fracture risk in Veterans with an SCI.

Methods:

The 5897 persons with a traumatic SCI of at least 2 years’ duration (96% male; 4% female) included in the VSSC SCI/D Registry in FY2014 were followed from FY2014 to FY2020 for incident upper and lower extremity fractures. Filled daily prescriptions for calcium or vitamin D supplements for ≥6 months with an adherence ≥80% were examined.

Results:

Filled prescriptions for calcium (hazard ratio [HR] 0.65; 95% CI, 0.54-0.78) and vitamin D (HR 0.33; 95% CI, 0.29-0.38) supplements were associated with a significantly decreased risk for incident fractures.

Conclusion:

Calcium and vitamin D supplements are associated with decreased risk of fracture, supporting PVA guidelines that calcium and vitamin D intake are important for skeletal health in persons with an SCI.
The General Parametric Equation of Pythagoras Theorem and The General Connectedness Theorem
Authors: Şener Cengiz
Published: February 2024

In this article, the Quarter Squares Rule is used to prove that it also satisfies the Pythagoras Theorem. Using this proof, it will be shown that there are parametric equations among sides and the radius of inner circle of a right triangle. Thus, it is proved that a quadratic equation which has some definite properties is connected with a right triangle. After that, firstly, utilizing this connection, it will be reached the general parametric equation of The Pythagoras Theorem. Secondly, it is going to be identified the general connectedness theorem. Further, it is going to be given relation between golden ratio and Earth’s axial tilt angle as an interesting example.
A infância no tempo da construção da nova capital brasileira
Authors: Pereira Marinho Moura Gleuze , Tuchinski dos Anjos Juarez José
Published: February 2024

Tomando por fonte a Revista Brasília, o artigo objetiva responder a três questões, formuladas no diálogo com a ainda incipiente historiografia da infância no Distrito Federal, relativa aos anos da construção de Brasília, isto é, de 1957 a 1960: será que não havia uma quantidade significativa de crianças naquele gigantesco canteiro de obras a céu aberto? Se havia, elas compareceram, de algum modo, nos textos e imagens dados a ler no Brasil e no exterior no periódico da NOVACAP?  Que infância ou infâncias foram representadas na Revista Brasília?
O outro Nordeste
Authors: Barbalho Alexandre
Published: February 2024

O objetivo do artigo é analisar a publicação do livro O outro Nordeste situando-o na trajetória de seu autor, Djacir Menezes, e das ciências sociais da época, dando atenção especial à questão do regional e do nacional. Trata-se de uma abordagem que dialoga com o campo de estudos sobre o pensamento social brasileiro e, nesse sentido, busca sintetizar as duas perspectivas que marcam esse campo: a contextual, que situa a produção da obra em sua conjuntura espaço-temporal, e a internalista, que foca na análise do texto situando-o em uma história das ideias.
Punto Final
Authors: Gómez Diana , Bargalló Castagnino Catalina
Published: February 2024

En este artículo analizamos la inscripción de la revista Punto Final (1965-1973) dentro de la renovación de la gráfica chilena durante la época de los sesenta. En este sentido, identificamos sus características teniendo en cuenta las representaciones visuales y textuales de las que se apropia en las portadas de la revista. Planteamos como hipótesis que las tapas de Punto Final apostaron a construir, junto con la gráfica desarrollada durante la Unidad Popular en Chile, una nueva cultura gráfica de izquierda a escala nacional y regional.
Mesma técnica, sentidos diferentes
Authors: Godoi Sepúlveda Iza Debohra
Published: February 2024

O presente artigo pretende analisar duas personagens de telenovelas brasileiras, a saber, Sinhôzinho Malta de Roque Santeiro (1985) e Bruno Berdinazzi Mezenga de O rei do gado (1996). A comparação que se quer fazer objetiva demonstrar como as opções estéticas dão sentidos distintos as duas tramas. Para isso utilizaremos frames e diálogos e interrelacionaremos as obras com os seus contextos de produção. A proposta deste artigo surge como reflexão das produções teledramatúrgicas no Brasil.
O Museu de Arte e de Cultura Popular (MACP) e a Construção de Identidade em Mato Grosso:
Authors: Vieira Thaís Leão , Ramires Natalia Noemia Carvalho
Published: February 2024

O artigo explora a criação da Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso (UFMT) durante o regime militar, destacando sua influência na ocupação do Centro-Oeste e no desenvolvimento regional. A década de 1970 testemunha uma onda migratória desafiando a elite local. A aliança entre a elite tradicional e novos atores políticos reflete mudanças sociais e políticas, influenciadas pela Ditadura Militar. A estratégia nacionalista de integração cultural é destacada, incluindo a criação da Fundação Cultural e museus como o Museu de Arte e de Cultura Popular (MACP). O MACP, coordenado por Humberto Espíndola e Aline Figueiredo, atua em diversas linhas, promovendo artistas locais, estudando a região, atualizando a arte brasileira, focando no indigenismo, na arte popular e na arte latino-americana. O museu busca legitimar a cultura local dentro da perspectiva da Política Nacional de Cultura, enquanto enfrenta desafios de representação e patrimonialização.
As trocas
Authors: Silveira Cassio Rodrigues da
Published: February 2024

Um conto do Professor Cássio Rodrigues da Silveira sobre as ambiguidades de gênero.
Expediente
Authors: Pereira da Silva Róbson
Published: February 2024

v. 15 n. 30 (2023): [Dossiê] Projetos e trajetos latino-americanos – cultura, arte, intelectuais e meios de comunicação
v. 15 n. 30 (2023)
Authors: Pereira da Silva Róbson
Published: February 2024

Edição Completa da Albuquerque: revista de história, v. 15 n. 30 (2023): [Dossiê] Projetos e trajetos latino-americanos – cultura, arte, intelectuais e meios de comunicação.
The Influencce of Work Discipline and Incentives on Employee Performance at PT. Energi Cipta Utama
Authors: Stadiyanto Islan Adi , Zunaidah Zunaidah , Widiyanti Marlina , Hanafi Agustina
Published: February 2024

This research was conducted with the aim of determining the influence of work discipline and incentives on employee performance at PT Energi Cipta Utama. The population in this study is all employees at PT Energi Cipta Utama consisting of supervisors, finance, admin, cashiers, operators and cleaning services at PT Energi Cipta Utama. In 2022, there will be 100 employees and all of them will be sampled using the census method in determining the sample. The results of multiple linear regression analysis show that work discipline and incentives have a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Work discipline at PT Energi Cipta Utama can be said to be good. This requires providing repeated and clear information to all employees, especially new employees regarding regulations and sanctions if they violate the regulations that have been implemented. Incentives, there needs to be an increase and evaluation of goods and supporting facilities that need to be renewed or added units so that employee work is not hampered.
The Use of GAC (Granular Activated Carbon) and Zeolite as an Adsorbent to Reduce The Concentration of Phosphate in Laundry Wastewater
Authors: Nasir Felicia Naila , Sulistyaning Titah Harmin
Published: February 2024

The growth of the laundry business increases every year along with population growth, however the laundry waste produced is generally thrown straight into the drain and flows into water bodies without prior treatment. The threshold limits for laundry wastewater quality standards for phosphate content, Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) and Total Suspended Solid (TSS) are 10 mg/L respectively based on East Java Governor Regulation No. 72 of 2013. Disposing of laundry waste directly in large quantities into water bodies can have negative effects on the ecosystem in water bodies and water pollution problems. This research aims to determine the efficiency of using GAC and zeolite adsorbents in reducing phosphatelevels in laundry liquid waste. Based on the impact that can pollute water bodies, it is necessary to process laundry liquid waste. One of the processing methods used is the adsorption method, the adsorption process is carried out using Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) and zeolite with a batch system. This research uses liquid wastewater samples from laundry businesses. The variations used in this research are the adsorbent mass, and contact time. The results obtained from this research include SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopes) test results and the percentage reduction in phosphatelevels using GAC and zeolite adsorbents in batch systems. The research results show that the optimum adsorbent mass is 12 grams of adsorbent mixed with GAC and zeolite with a contact time of 150 minutes with a percentage reduction in phosphate levels of 57.14%. The phosphate values of laundry liquid waste after processing with adsorbent mass, adsorbent composition and optimum contact time are 6.5 mg/L.
The Scope of Authority of The Acting Regional Head Due to The Victory of The Empty Column in The Regional Elections
Authors: Hartina St. , Affandi Hernadi , Junaenah Inna
Published: February 2024

The victory of the Blank Column in the Regional Elections has an impact on the appointment of the Acting Regional Head to run the regional government until the election of the Regional Head in the next Regional Election. The Acting Regional Head is given the task of replacing the definitive Regional Head but there are differences in its application. In this paper, the scope of authority of the Acting Regional Head is discussed using normative juridical research with a statutory approach or statute approach and a conceptual or conceptual approach or conceptual or conceptual approach or conceptual acceptal acpproach. The results of this study show that juridically assigning tasks to the Acting Regional Head is inconsistent and hinders the course of regional autonomy. This paper also discusses alternative arrangements for the Acting Regional Head to be in line with the principle of regional autonomy.