bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Performance Test of a E-Zuetina Sea Water Desalination Plant
Authors:   College of Mechanical Engineering Technology, Benghazi, Libya, Abujazyah Wael A.
Published: May 2024

The present study is applied on the seawater multi-stage flash (MSF) desalination plant that is currently under operation in E-Zuetina operations plant located in Libya. The plant contains 21 evaporator stages at capacity of 10025 (ton/day). The presented operating data has been collected during a visit of the plant, a mathematical model for multistage flash (MSF) desalination plants was developed. The model was based on basic principles of physics and chemistry that describe the stages occurring in the desalination process. The input plant parameters that are known to affect the operation of the MSF desalination plant and its performance were taken into account in the construction of the model. These parameters included make-up flow, brine recycle flow, seawater flow, seawater temperature, seawater concentration, steam temperature and the plant load. For each stage, the developed model was used for predicting the temperatures and pressure of the brine, distillate, cooling brine, and the flow rates of brine outlet and distillate production. The developed model was evaluated with the MSF plant vendor simulation results and its actual operating data. The evaluation indicated that model predictions matched well with the vendor simulation results and the plant operating data. The developed model is sufficiently accurate and model predictions can be relied upon. Therefore, it may be recommended for determining optimum set point of a running MSF desalination plant at different loads to maximize the water production or minimize energy consumption. It can also be used to calculate controller set points for different loads of the plant. Keywords:E-Zuetina MSF Desalination Plant, case study, stage model, brine heater.
Les Moyens Traditionnels de Communication chez les Ngwi du groupement Mateko
Authors: BUMWANA BILOKO Innocent
Published: May 2024

Résumé Actuellement, l’essor vertigineux de la technologie met à la portée de l’humanité un nombre assez suffisant de moyens de communication et d’échange d’opinions. La société traditionnelle Ngwi possède des moyens traditionnels très efficaces et déquats qui facilitent la communication interpersonnelle. Notre dessein majeur est de révéler ou de rappeler à la communauté juvénile Ngwi qu’elle est détentrice d’un patrimoine culturel traditionnel très efficace dans le domaine de la communication.
Pendampingan Desain Logo dan Perancangan Katalog Produk UMKM �Roti Gilang Arum� Sebagai Strategi Peningkatkan Produktivitas
Authors: Umam Khoirul , Suminto Ahmad , Syahrinda Zakiki , Azis Muhammad Gymnastiar
Published: May 2024

The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) that are currently developing the most are MSMEs in the culinary sector, such as food and beverage or often referred to as FnB (Food and Beverage). With many MSMEs operating in the culinary sector, business actors need relevant strategies to increase their productivity and expand wider market access. One of them is by assisting with logo design and designing the MSME product catalog Roti Gilang Arum as a strategy to increase production. The stages of implementing mentoring start from observation, field analysis, interviews with partners and documentation with the mentoring implementation method being Participatory Action Research (PAR). PAR is a method of raising public awareness regarding potential and existing problems and encouraging community participation in change activities that will be implemented. The success of the catalog assistance program Roti Gilang Arum MSME product catalog assistance program can be of particular benefit to business actors to market and increase their production to a wider market share. In particular, training in graphic design for MSME products can encourage the design of the MSME product catalog Roti Gilang Arum as a strategy to increase production in the era of marketing digitalization and the real output of community service by the KKN-Tematic 35 team can be realized as an effort to increase the productivity of business partners. and make products that are competitive.
Ozonoterapia combinada con proloterapia como tratamiento de síndrome de inestabilidad de rodilla debido a meniscopatía
Authors: Bocca-Morales Gustavo Gregorio , Bocca-Peralta Gustavo William , Gonzabay-Parrales Leidy Lisbeth
Published: May 2024

La ozonoterapia es un procedimiento terapéutico que estimula los mecanismos de autocuración del cuerpo con pocas contraindicaciones y efectos secundarios escasos. Consiste en la aplicación de oxígeno tres generado de forma artificial que tiene capacidades desinflamatorias. La proloterapia es empleada en varias afecciones crónicas que afectan al sistema osteomioarticular como la artrosis, epicondilitis lateral del codo y tendinopatías. El síndrome de inestabilidad de rodilla consiste en una alteración de la función efectiva de la rodilla, que conlleva a inestabilidad y dolor durante la marcha. La ozonoterapia combinada con proloterapia resulta en un tratamiento sinérgico que mejora la sintomatología del paciente con inestabilidad de rodilla.
Bloqueo nervioso en Osteoartritis de rodilla: Revisión sistemática
Authors: Gruezo-Realpe Presley , Vivanco-Jaramillo Max , Jiménez-Macharé Luis , Rosero-Basurto Israel , Orellana-Peralta Alexandro , Garrido-Bustos Ivana
Published: May 2024

Introducción: La osteoartritis (OA) es la patología reumatológica más prevalente a nivel mundial, que produce intenso dolor crónico especialmente en las articulaciones de soporte, como es la rodilla. Dentro de las nuevas dianas terapéuticas para la OA de rodilla, se encuentra el bloqueo nervioso junto a sus diversos tipos y técnicas, que ayudan a mejorar significativamente dolor y funcionalidad integral del paciente. 
Objetivo: Revisar la evidencia actual sobre los tipos y técnicas del bloqueo nervioso en la osteoartritis de rodilla. 
Métodos: Se realizó una revisión sistemática siguiendo las directrices PRISMA, de distintos estudios según los criterios de inclusión, en la base de datos de: PubMed, MedScape, ScienceDirect, Scopus y ProQuest, desde enero del 2018 a enero del 2023. 
Resultados: En la búsqueda sistemática se obtuvieron 9034 artículos, tras eliminar duplicados y conforme los criterios de inclusión y exclusión se filtraron un total de 19 artículos, entre ellos 10 eran ensayos aleatorios controlados y 9 estudios observaciones, que cumplian todos los criterios de elegibilidad. 
Conclusión: De acuerdo a los resultados de los estudios, existe evidencia de la eficacia y seguridad del bloqueo genicular en el alivio del dolor crónico en la OA de rodilla, siendo una opcion recomendable como complemento en el abordaje terapeutico de esta patología. La tecnica que se aplique depende del contexto clínico del paciente y del profesional que realizará el procedimiento, los resultados a largo plazo no tienen diferencia significativa.
Afectación pulmonar en paciente con colitis ulcerativa
Authors: Barcia Maria , Macías Zambrano Daniel
Published: May 2024

El compromiso pulmonar en enfermedades inflamatorias intestinales se presenta en menor prevalencia dentro de las manifestaciones extraintestinales, incluso la enfermedad intersticial relacionada es rara, en muchas ocasiones se debe considerar que su presencia sea una complicación infecciosa o relacionada a la medicación utilizada en el tratamiento, como en este caso se presenta un paciente masculino con comorbilidades asociadas y con pobre respuesta al tratamiento que presenta rápida progresión de la afectación pulmonar.
Resonancia Magnética en la identificación de actividad inflamatoria del músculo y seguimiento en un paciente con Dermatomiositis con anticuerpo anti Mi2
Authors: González Paredes José , Villalba Meneses Paul
Published: May 2024

La Dermatomiositis (DM) es una enfermedad inflamatoria autoinmune que afecta la piel y músculos proximales del tronco. Se caracteriza por elevación de enzimas musculares y autoanticuerpos específicos como los anti-Mi2, anti-sintetasas, anti-TIF1γ, anti-NXP2 y anti-SAE. Cada uno de ellos con diversos grados de compromiso cutáneo y de otros órganos. El anti-Mi2 es el autoanticuerpo asociado a la DM clásica del adulto y aunque la miositis es severa la respuesta al tratamiento es favorable. Los anticuerpos anti-TIF1γ, anti-NXP2 y anti-SAE en los adultos se los asocia a malignidad y en los niños el anti-NXP2 con mayor agresividad. La resonancia magnética es una herramienta útil para identificar inflamación muscular y compromiso de la fascia peri muscular y grasa subcutánea, típico de la miopatía inflamatoria idiopática. Ayuda a seleccionar el sitio de la biopsia muscular y evaluar respuesta terapéutica. Se presenta un paciente adulto con DM clásica severa, anti-Mi2 positiva, e imágenes de cambios de intensidad en la señal en músculo, fascia peri muscular y grasa subcutánea en las secuencias de resonancia magnética.
Secularism in Serbia: Civil Society’s Perceptions of the Growing Influence of The Serbian Orthodox Church and its Effects on Peace and Democracy
Authors: Smith Lauren
Published: May 2024

Like many other post-socialist countries, Serbia experienced a religious resurgence following the wars in the 90s that resulted in a significant increase in church and state relationships during the early 2000s. This research project examines civil society actors’ perceptions of the increasing influence of the Serbian Orthodox Church and its potential threats to the country's peace efforts and developing democracy. Using semi-structured interviews with activists involved directly or indirectly with anti-fundamentalist movements, this research identifies the ways in which they perceive the SOC's power undermines democratic norms and curtails peace efforts. Further, it looks for a plausible alternative and explores how a secular state would contribute to Serbia’s post-conflict transformation.
The Future for Moscow: An Economic Risk Profile of the Russian Federation
Authors: Maxfield Sean , Evans Luke
Published: May 2024

Modern international politics can be characterized by a global economy and every country’s role within world markets. Adversaries fight trade wars and multinational corporations are increasingly larger actors in international relations and economics. As of 2022 and 2023, relations between western nations, including the US or the UK, and the two Eastern powers, Russia and China have been the most tenuous in the past couple of decades since the collapse of the Soviet Union. With the decision to invade Ukraine by the Russian president, Vladimir Putin, in early 2022, international condemnation of such a breach of sovereignty has resulted in international condemnation and action. The country has largely been cut off from western markets in ways that hurt its key exports and necessities. With China watching the invasion as a comparable situation to their desire for Taiwan in the South China Sea, questions about Russian economic health arise. Thus the guiding question for this paper is: what is the current profile of Russian economics, and how can the Nation’s current global position be understood?
A Comparative Analysis of Non-Cyanide and Cyanide Gold Leaching Technologies: Lessons Learned from the Failed CLINN GEM Facility and Promising Results of the REVIVE SSMB Project in Itogon, Benguet
Authors:   Saint Louis University, Edike Prince , Boado Melissa May ,   Saint Louis University, Ocampo Maria Corazon ,   Saint Louis University, Facsoy Scarlet Gwen ,   Saint Louis University, Leung Jason ,   Saint Louis University, Banta Rancel ,   Saint Louis University
Published: May 2024

This research paper presents a comparative analysis of a non-cyanide gold leaching technologies implemented in the small-scale mining community of Itogon Benguet against a potential gold recovery method with Free Cyanide decontamination and Sodium Cyanide recovery system. The study evaluates the failed CLINN GEM facility and the successful REVIVE SSMB project, focusing on technology readiness and acceptance, operational efficiency, and community engagement. The results demonstrate that the failure of the CLINN GEM facility was attributed to its low community acceptance, high operating costs, and complexity, hindering its practicality and scalability. In contrast, the REVIVE SSMB project achieved exceptional results through an alternative gold ore leaching process using Cyanidation CIP method, driven by strong community engagement, cost-effectiveness, sustainable wastewater/tailings discharge management system and simplified operation approach even for the recovery of gold from complex and low-grade Au ore from the locality. For a viability assessment, a stochastic model for the technology feasibility and project optional valuation under diverse uncertainty consideration for community adoption and expansion presentable to potential investors or for the option right to accept and manage the technology as demonstrated. This research simulated the viability of the REVIVE SSMB approach with a high predictability using Monte Carlo Model through Real Option Analysis; and under the worst-case scenario at 50th percentile (median) 74.53% recovery was achieved. Repeatedly with a similar 50th percentile simulation under an optimized condition with pulp density of 44- 50% and 3kg per ton of activated carbon loading during flotation yielded a gold recovery of 91%. Hence, it is arguably viable, coupling with the 98 to 99% free cyanide decontamination rate and the 55% NaCN recovery successful discharge management system under the REVIVE SSMB 6 months project model.
De la etnografía a la netnografía: una herramienta virtual para la investigación ante la nueva realidad educativa
Authors: Sulbarán Sandrea Derwis Antonio , Sulbarán Sandrea José Enrique , Paredes Baptista Jackson Enrique , Márquez González Jesús Alberto
Published: May 2024

La etnografía comprende la investigación de todas las formas de comunicación humana, incluido el lenguaje corporal y el tono de voz. La netnografía incorpora la comunicación humana en línea, que es comunicación textual o alguna comunicación multimedia como video, audio, imágenes. En este sentido, el ensayo se fundamenta en lo conceptual por autores como: Bakhronova (2021), para dejar dicho que desde la revolución industrial existen desafíos y respuestas han dejado los fundamentos de los sistemas educativos que hoy en día se utilizan en todo el mundo; igualmente en Moreira et al., (2021), quien dice que con la pandemia por COVID-19 nos vimos obligados a reorganizar la educación en cuestiones de segundo. También se considera a Rojas (2016), quien deja fundamentado que, la mayoría de las comunidades en línea eran grupos cerrados basados en texto y redes sociales y por último a Sulbarán (2016), para dejar dicho que la etnografía significa una descripción (gráfica) de la vida de un grupo de personas que conviven entre sí (ethnos). Se hace un recorrido por un círculo trascendental compuesto por métodos en estudio (hermenéutica-documental). Además, se investiga sobre la principal representación en el estudio de la educación y su incorporación a la netnografía dando a conocer la investigación etnográfica-netnográfica que se ha desarrollado en la epidemia del COVID-19 y qué marcos teóricos se sustentan en estos métodos de investigación cualitativa.
The railway units tracking system
Authors: Полевский И.С. , Чигирёнков А.С.
Published: May 2024

Прибытие, проследование и отправление поездов на железнодорожной станции фиксируется системой электрической централизации (ЭЦ). Однако на малодеятельных линиях системы ЭЦ могут отсутствовать и их внедрение экономически нецелесообразно. Для отслеживания движения поездов на таких станциях разрабатывается Аппаратно-программный комплекс фиксации исполненного движения (АПК ФИД). В его состав входят видеокамеры, фиксирующие характер движения или его отсутствие согласно зонам ответственности. Передача информации производится по радиоканалу в централизованный сервер системы. На основе данных видеоаналитики сервер системы формирует цифровую модель станции для оценки занятости путей и стрелок. Оснащение малодеятельных участков таким аппаратно-программным комплексом позволит получить объективные данные о передвижениях на станциях без использования ЭЦ с минимальными затратами.

Traditionally, the arrival, passing and departure of trains at a railway station is recorded by means of electric interlocking systems, but at stations belonging to low-activity lines, electric interlocking systems may be absent and their implementation is economically inexpedient. For such cases, it is proposed to record the movement of trains at the station with the help of The Railway Units Tracking System (RUTS) being developed. Video cameras within the complex establish probabilistic estimates and the nature of movement or its absence according to the areas of responsibility and transmit the information via radio channel to the centralized server of the system. On the basis of video analytics data the RUTS server forms a digital model of the station to assess the occupancy of tracks and switches. Equipping stations with the hardware and software complex will allow obtaining objective data on movements at stations without the use of electric interlocking with minimal costs.
Asuhan kebidanan Berkelanjutan pada Klien, Ny. A, Ny. T., dan Ny. H dengan Komplementer Aromaterapi Lavender di PMB Mawar Eka Sari, S.Tr Keb Tahun 2023
Authors: Supiarsih Nanik , Setiawati Yetty , Sundari Tri , Anjani Rodliyah Ali , Agustina Rika
Published: May 2024

Pendahuluan: Nyeri persalinan dapat ditangani dengan aromaterapi karena dipercaya sebagai terapi komplementer untuk menurunkan intensitas nyeri dan mengurangi masalah kesehatan saat persalinan. Tujuan: Penelitian bertujuan untuk memberikan asuhan kebidanan berkesinambungan (Continuity Of Care) mulai dari kehamilan, persalinan, bayi baru lahir, nifas dan keluarga berencana dengan tambahan pelayanan komplementer pada persalinan. Metode: Dalam laporan studi kasus menerapkan asuhan kebidanan berkesinambungan kepada ibu hamil, ibu bersalin dengan komplementer aromaterapi lavender, bayi baru lahir, ibu nifas, keluarga berencana pada ketiga klien dan pendokumentasian secara SOAP selama kehamilan, persalinan, nifas, bayi baru lahir sampai KB secara komprehensif. Populasi penelitian adalah ibu hamil yang melakukan ANC secara rutin di PMB Mawar Eka Sari S.Tr.Keb Kecamatan Trimurjo Lampung Tengah pada trimester III pada bulan Oktober 2022 berjumlah 20 orang. Sampel penelitian ini adalah  Klien, Ny. A Ny. T, Ny. H. Hasil: Berdasarkan pengkajian data didapatkan hasil asuhan pada Ny. H, Ny. A dan Ny. T berlangsung baik. Intervensi yang dilakukan untuk mengurangi nyeri kehamilan dengan pemberian aromaterapi lavender. Kesimpulan: Hasil evaluasi keadaan fisik dan psikologis menjadi lebih baik serta dapat membantu mengurangi nyeri persalinan kala I fase aktif.
Pemanfaatan Jahe (Zingiber officinale) Sebagai Alternatif Mengatasi Frekuensi Keluhan Emesis Gravidarum pada Ibu Hamil: Literature Review
Authors: Fransiska Maria , Palimbo Adriana , Nastiti Kunti
Published: May 2024

Pendahuluan:Emesis gravidarum adalah gejala mual muntah yang biasanya terjadi ketika kehamilan trimester pertama dan biasa terjadi ketika pagi hari, tetapi biasa juga terjadi setiap saat dan dengan mengkonsumsi jahe (Zingiber Officinale) bisa menjadi alternatif terapi untuk mengatasinya. Tujuan: untuk menelaah bagaimana Pemanfaatan Jahe  (Zingiber Officinale) Sebagai Alternatif Mengatasi Frekuensi Keluhan Emesis Gravidarum Pada Ibu Hamil. Metode: metode The JBI Critical Appraisal Tools untuk mengkaji risiko bias dalam studi dengan database google scholar & Mendeley sehingga tersisa 10 jurnal. Hasil: literature review menunjukkan penurunan keluhan Emesis gravidarum pada ibu hamil  dengan intervensi minuman jahe, permen jahedi kombinasikan dengan aromaterapi pepermint dan pandan terbukti menurunkan emesis gravidarum paling rendah 18,52% dan paling tinggi  sebesar 51,61%. Simpulan: Pemanfaatan Jahe  (Zingiber Officinale) Sebagai Alternatif Mengatasi Frekuensi Keluhan Emesis Gravidarum Pada Ibu Hamil.
Analisis Strategi Manajemen Pemasaran Apotex “X” Di Banjarmasin
Authors: Melviani Melviani , Priadi Ota , Muttaharah Siti
Published: May 2024

Latar Belakang: Apotek adalah sarana pelayanan jasa berupa praktek kefarmasian serta penyaluran perbekalan farmasi oleh apoteker kepada masyarakat. Berdasarkan data dari Kementerian Kesehatan Republik Indonesia, jumlah apotek yang tersedia pada tahun 2018 adalah sebanyak 24.874 unit. Jumlah apotek yang semakin banyak akan menimbulkan persaingan yang semakin ketat. Maka dari pada itu setiap apotek harus memiliki strategi yang baik agar dapat meningkatkan kepuasan konsumen sehingga dapat munculnya minat dari konsumen untuk membeli ataupun menggunakan jasa dari sebuah apotek. Tujuan: BPenelitian ini bertujuan menganalisa strategi pemasaran di apotek X dan atribut yang digunakan untuk meningkatkan kepuasan konsumen. Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriftif observasional dengan melihat hasil wawancara dengan apoteker penangung jawab apotek X. Hasil: Hasil dari penelitian ini apoteker menjawab sangat setuju bahwa produk yang lengkap, harga yang terjangkau, serta tempat yang strategis dapat meningkatkan kepuasan konsumen sehingga penjualan produk menjadi meningkat. Simpulan: Kesimpulanya atribut yang memiliki kepuasan tertinggi terdapat pada tempat yang strategis, kelengkapan produk, fasilitas yang nyaman serta pelayanan yang ramah.
Evaluasi Kepatuhan Penggunaan Obat Antidiabetes Terhadap Kejadian Efek Samping Obat di Puskesmas Kertak Hanyar
Authors: Kurniawati Darini , Yuwindry Iwan
Published: May 2024

Latar Belakang: Menurut International Diabetes Federation (2019) jumlah penderita diabetes melitus di seluruh dunia mengalami peningkatan menjadi 463 juta jiwa pada tahun 2019 dan jumlah kematian pada kasus ini yaitu 4,2 juta jiwa yang mana Indonesia menjadi urutan ke 7 dengan jumlah penderita 10,7 juta. Tujuan: Tujuan umum dari penilitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui tingkat kepatuhan pasien diabetes melitus terhadap penggunaan obat oral di Puskesmas Kertak Hanyar. Metode: Rancangan penelitian analitik cross sectional. Populasinya  pasien diabetes melitus di Puskesmas Kertak Hanyar. Sampel pada penelitian ini penderita diabetes mellitus pria dan wanita di puskesmas Kertak Hanyar. Teknik pengambilan sampel yaitu teknik probablitiy sampling. Hasil: Hasil penelitian tingkat kepatuhan tinggi sebanyak 2 orang (6,7%%), tingkat kepatuhan sedang sebanyak 8 orang (26,7%), dan tingkat kepatuhan rendah sebanyak 20 orang (66,7%). dari 30 responden diperoleh  responden yang memiliki tingkat tingkat kejadian ROM kategori Douptful (diragukan terjadi ROM) sebanyak 8 orang (26,7%), dan kategori probable sebanyak 22 orang (74,3%). Simpulan: Simpulan penelitian tingkat kepatuhan pasien diabetes melitus rendah dan kategori kejadian efek samping probable.
Pengaruh Pemberian Bermain Terapeutik Terhadap Tingkat Kepercayaan Diri Anak Prasekolah di TK ABA Among Putro II, Bantul, Yogyakarta
Authors: Sadhana Wisnu , Hanifah Ruri Isnaini
Published: May 2024

Latar belakang: Kepercayaan diri bagi anak usia prasekolah merupakan salah satu aspek kepribadian yang harus dikembangkan dengan berbagai macam cara salah satunya melalui bermain terapeutik pada usia 3 – 6 tahun. Jika salah dalam mengembangkannya, maka akan berdampak negatif terhadap fase perkembangan yang selanjutnya yaitu fase usia sekolah, usia remaja hingga dewasa. Tujuan : Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui adanya pengaruh pemberian bermain terapeutik terhadap tingkat kepercayaan diri anak usia prasekolah TK ABA Among Putro II Ngestiharjo Kasihan Bantul Metode : pra-eksperiment adalah metode yang digunakan dengan pendekatan waktu cross-sectional, dengan responden berjumlah 29 orang, instrumen dan metode pengumpulan data menggunakan alat permainan dan lembar observasi, dan analisa datanya menggunakan rumus Uji Paired T-test. Hasil penelitian: Dari hasil uji Paired T-Test diperoleh signifikansi (p) 0,000 atau p<0,05 dan t sebesar 12,862 atau t hitung > t tabel (df=28 t tabel = 2,048). Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa adanya perbedaan tingkat kepercayaan diri anak sebelum dan sesudah pemberian bermain terapeutik. Kesimpulan: Dari penelitian tersebut dapat disimpulkan bahwa ada pengaruh pemberian bermain terapeutik terhadap tingkat kepercayaan diri anak usia prasekolah di TK ABA Among Putro II, Bantul Yogyakarta.
Satuan Acara Penyuluhan Pemberian Terapi Modalitas Bermain Puzzle
Authors: Irawan Angga , Novela Nurwidya , Sari Rani Normaya , Pradini Santia Andira , Kartika Wanti
Published: May 2024

Pendahuluan: Terapi modalitas bermain puzzle telah menjadi salah satu pendekatan yang efektif dalam mengatasi penurunan kognitif pada lansia.
Tujuan: Pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan hasil terapi modalitas bermain puzzle pada lansia di Panti Perlindungan dan Rehabilitasi Sosial (PPRSLU) Budi Sejahtera Banjarbaru.
Metode: Metode terapi modalitas bermain puzzle dilakukan di PPRSLU Budi Sejahtera Banjarbaru melalui tahapan persiapan, pelaksanaan, monitoring, evaluasi, dan dokumentasi. Kegiatan terapi dilakukan pada 5 Oktober 2023, dengan target peserta lansia di wisma kenanga PPRSLU.
Hasil:  Hasil pengabdian menunjukkan bahwa mayoritas responden mengalami penurunan daya ingat (50%) dan konsentrasi (40%), namun terapi ini membantu mengurangi tingkat kecemasan (60%) yang mungkin dialami oleh lansia. Interaksi sosial yang cukup baik (50%) selama terapi puzzle juga menunjukkan manfaat sosial dari terapi ini.
Simpulan: Dari hasil pengabdian tersebut dapat ditarik kesimpulan bahwa, terapi modalitas bermain puzzle dapat menjadi pilihan tambahan yang bermanfaat dalam meningkatkan kualitas hidup lansia yang mengalami penurunan kognitif.
Addressing Strangers in Mosuli Arabic
Authors: Asst. Lect. Ziyad Kh. Hameed Asst. Lect. Ziyad Kh. Hameed , Asst. Lect. Salah Y. Rasheed Asst. Lect. Salah Y. Rasheed
Published: May 2024

Abstract
The study aims to investigate the socio-cultural rules that govern address usage in daily conversation in Mosuli Arabic within non-familiar context. A socio-pragmatic approach is adopted in this study and by using semi-structured interviews to collect data from 80 participants in English Department, College of Education for Humanities, University of Mosul. The selection of the participants is  based on four variables namely: age, gender, educational status and marital status. In this study, two theoretical framework are selected as a model of analysis namely the communication accommodation theory (1987) and the power and solidarity theory of Brown and Gilman (1968). The study finds that the age and appearance are the most effective determiners of address choice in Mosul society. kinship terms are extended to address strangers and they are the best mean in achieving accommodation.
Complying with Article 5 Section 5 of Code of Ethics for Teachers: A Case Study on Corrective Actions of a Novice Department Head in a New Workplace
Authors: Raposas Shari Maro
Published: May 2024

This study investigates how a newly appointed department head manages inappropriate behavior or misconduct among subordinates in a different workplace. It explores the challenges and strategies for adhering to Article 5 Section 5 of the Teacher and the Teaching Community Code of Ethics. Using a Single-Case Study qualitative approach, it focuses on a Licensed Professional Teacher transitioning to a department head role. Criteria for selection included individuals new to leadership in unfamiliar environments. The study unveils corrective measures, like fostering a Positive Working Environment with Subordinates, challenges of grappling with Transformational Leadership and Managing Personality Differences among team members. However, it also highlights coping strategies like prioritizing Continuous Development and acknowledging subordinates' challenges. These findings emphasize the need for personal and professional support, advocating leadership training and workshops to enhance teaching efficiency.
Examining the Impact of Statistical Features on Grade 11 Students' Performance in Statistics Using Calculators
Authors: Olquin Reynan
Published: May 2024

This research investigates how feature characteristics affect the academic achievement of Grade 11 students in the field of statistics, with a particular emphasis on the role played by the use of calculators. The control group utilized various scientific calculators that are typically employed in statistics classes. The experimental group utilized the statistical functionalities of the advanced calculator. The objective of this study is to ascertain the impact of statistical characteristics of calculators on the academic achievement of grade 11 students in the field of statistics. The study aimed to determine whether there was a notable disparity between the pretest scores of the two groups. Is there a substantial disparity between the pretest and posttest scores of the groups? Is there a substantial disparity in the gain scores between the two groups? Furthermore, provides a comprehensive assessment of the study. The study's findings indicate a notable disparity in the utilization of various statistical functions on calculators. The experimental group demonstrated superior performance and adeptly utilized the statistical aspects of advanced calculators. The students in the Control group had challenges when attempting to solve the z-test and p-value. The statistical functionality of advanced calculators becomes valuable in advanced statistical topics.
Pancasila dan Piagam Madinah, Pemersatu Masyarakat Majemuk
Authors: Pamungkas Doroteus Bryan Agung
Published: May 2024

Diverse ethnic, religion, race, and culture have often been the reasons that people could not live side by side in harmony. The Nation-State of Indonesia founded on Pancasila as its way of life and ideology, seems to be in crisis.Some particular group, emerges from within Moslem society, makes any effort to found a state on the basis of Syariah Law. On the other hand, during his life time, the Prophet Mohammed seemed to praise highly the plural society. Even in Madinah he was struggling to protect peoples from diverse backgrounds. For the writer, Pancasila and the Madinah Charter could meaningfully have similar role for any plural society.
Fungsi Onan Dalam Masyarakt Batak Toba dan Pasar Di Era Globalisasi
Authors: Simamora Chandra S. , Siahaan Wempi
Published: May 2024

The article attempts to argue the so-called traditional functions of onan (traditional market) in the Toba People (Batak Toba people) of North Sumatera and confront them with the values of globalization. In addition to economic function, onan also serves as an arena of political activity, law, judiciary, peace, security, a place to express feelings, magic-religious, social gatherings and other socio-cultural activities. However, the authors see that these values have faded away because of the values of globalization that profoundly effected our life today. A wise attitude to face the current globalization is so important that the cultural values that form the identity of a nation are not dominated by the values of globalization that tend to be westernized
Terang Iman Kristiani dalam Budaya Ti’i Ka, Nagekeo, Flores
Authors: Daga Yohanes
Published: May 2024

Dalam tulisan ini, penulis fokus pada tema pembahasan tentang kepercayaan dan budaya, khususnya budaya Ti’i ka masyarakat Nagekeo, Flores. Bagi penulis, iman sejati adalah hubungan pribadi manusia dengan Tuhan sedemikian rupa sehingga membawa orang ke dalam persekutuan gerejawi. Dalam komunitas ini orang-orang bersatu dan berkumpul untuk menghayati dan merayakan iman melalui doa bersama dan berbagai ritual yang melibatkan seluruh anggota Gereja. Penulis berasumsi bahwa semua ini tidak terjadi begitu saja. Semuanya dimulai dengan proklamasi iman. Dalam proklamasi tersebut, faktor budaya masyarakat setempat menjadi penting agar kepercayaan tersebut dapat diterima dengan baik oleh masyarakat setempat. Untuk mengeksplorasi tema ini, penulis menggunakan metode membaca kritis dan observasi. Melalui tulisan ini penulis ingin menyampaikan pesan bahwa iman harus mengakar. Iman yang telah mengakar akan menjadi satu kesatuan yang utuh yang dapat menciptakan suatu habitus sosial keagamaan yang tidak dapat dipisahkan dari kehidupan sehari-hari masyarakat setempat.
Estudio de la obtención de agua a partir de la humedad atmosférica monitoreada bajo condiciones ambientales en Baja California
Authors: Quevedo Robles Reina Vianey , Villareal Sánchez Rubén César , Barrios Navarro Fernando Andres , Luque Morales Priscy Alfredo
Published: May 2024

En este trabajo se realizó el diseño de un prototipo de captación de agua, el cual consistió en un sistema de serpentines, abierto y cerrado a condiciones ambientales, los cuales captan la humedad del aire, posteriormente, se disminuye la temperatura del aire para la condensación del agua. En el estudio se observó que cambios en la humedad relativa afectan en el tiempo de condensación de agua, así como también, si el sistema se encuentra abierto o cerrado, reduciendo los tiempos de obtención de 50 mL de agua. Finalmente, se realizó un modelo matemático que explica la influencia de la humedad y la temperatura en la condensación de agua, a partir de simulaciones se observó que, a mayor humedad en el ambiente y menor temperatura de la placa de condensación, aumenta el flujo de condensación de agua, es decir, a un 84% de humedad relativa se espera un flujo de condensación entre 1.3 y 2.6 L/h.
International Circulations and Inequalities in the Social Sciences
Authors: Benz Pierre , Gautier Morin Johanna , Klüger Elisa , Rossier Thierry
Published: May 2024

This special issue calls for a critical, historically grounded, and interdisciplinary perspective on international circulations and inequalities in the social sciences. It emphasizes the importance of considering the social sciences as a whole and in relation to broader power dynamics. To address inequalities in the production and dissemination of knowledge in the social sciences from diverse perspectives, this special issue brings together scholars from different higher education systems, countries, and disciplines. Its five contributions examine various national contexts, international configurations, and historical periods, utilizing a range of methodological strategies, including document and archival analysis, secondary databases and descriptive statistics, prosopographical databases, and multiple correspondence analysis. The first section of this editorial proposes a socio-historical approach for reflexive study of international circulations and inequalities in the social sciences. The second section situates the five contributions within the transforming context of the internationalization of the social sciences, providing a periodization of these dynamics from the late nineteenth century until the present. Finally, a concluding section advocates for a renewed perspective on the subject.
Surface Modification of Cotton Yarns and Mixed Fibre Knitwear for Improved Performance
Authors:   , Baķe Ieva
Published: May 2024

The Thesis discusses and develops a method – surface modification options and technologies for cotton yarn and cotton/mixed fibre composition knitted fabrics. The effect of modification on the parametric properties of knitted products and wearing comfort is discussed and evaluated. A method for yarn modification using sol-gel technology is developed, and the effect of modification on the physical and mechanical properties of the yarn is evaluated. The technological sequence of preparation and knitting for the production of knitted fabrics of mixed fibre composition is developed. The patent “Technique for Imparting Additional Functional Properties to Knitted Fabrics by Modification of Textile Yarns” has been developed.
Impacts of forest age on soil characteristics and fertility quality of Populus simonii shelter forest at the southern edge of the Horqin Sandy Land, China
Authors: Guo Xinyu , Yang Guang , Wu Ji , Qiao Shi , Tao Li
Published: May 2024

The sand fixing shelter forests in the Horqin Sandy Land are a key area in the “3-North” Shelter Forest Program in China, which has a history of over 50 years of artificial afforestation. Populus simonii Carr is one of the most dominant silvicultural species in the region. The aim of this study is to understand the soil characteristics and soil fertility of Populus simonii shelter forests at different growth stages and to establish a scientific basis for soil nutrient regulation and sustainable management of Populus simonii shelter forests at the southern edge of the Horqin Sandy Land. Sample plots were selected for young (≤15 a), middle-aged (16–25 a), near-mature (26–30 a), mature (31–40 a), and over-mature (≥41 a) forests. Each forest studied was in a state of natural restoration with uniform stand conditions and no artificial fertilizer was applied. These sites were selected to study changes in the soil characteristics in soil depths of 0–20, 20–40, and 40–60 cm. In order to avoid the problem of multicollinearity between soil variables and to reduce redundancy, principal component analysis (PCA), Pearson’s correlation analysis, and Norm value calculation were used to select the least correlated indicators with the highest factor loadings. This was used to establish the minimum data set. The soil fertility quality of these shelterbelts in different forest ages was quantified using the soil quality index (SQI). In the growth stage from young to nearly mature forests, the soil bulk weight and pH decreased with increasing forest age. Soil capillary porosity, noncapillary porosity, total porosity, water content, field water holding capacity, and organic carbon content increased with increasing forest age and soil nutrient content gradually improved. At the stage of near-mature to over-mature forests, the effect of forest age on soil bulk density was not significant and all other soil characteristics decreased to varying degrees as the forest age increased. The soil also developed from alkaline to neutral. The SQI of the total data set and the SQI of the minimum data set consistently showed that near-mature forests (NMF) > middle-aged forests (MAF) > mature forests (MF) > over-mature forests (OMF) > young forests (YF). The results of the two evaluation systems showed a significant positive correlation (P < 0.05, R 2 = 0.8263) indicating that it is feasible to use the minimum data set to evaluate the soil fertility of shelter forests of different forest ages. The age of the forest has an obvious effect on the soil characteristics and overall soil fertility of shelter forests. The Populus simonii shelter forests on the southern edge of the Horqin Sandy Land have great soil development at the early stage of afforestation and the soil nutrient content gradually increases. The soil fertility reaches a peak when the forest is nearly mature and the soil fertility declines after the age of the forest reaches 30 years.
Knowledge and Attitude of the Pomegranate Growers about Recommended Cultivation Technology in Pune District of Maharashtra, India
Authors: Rajput Darshana Padmasing , Jahanara
Published: May 2024

Pomegranate is a significant fruit crop in dry and semi-arid locations around the world. It is the most commercially used crop due to its wide adaptability, hardiness, low maintenance cost, consistent high yields, great table purpose, and superior keeping quality. A thorough assessment of the producers' knowledge and attitudes towards enhanced cultivation practices of pomegranate would aid in developing appropriate extension and research programmes to increase farmers knowledge level. The study was done in 2023-2024 to determine farmers' knowledge and attitudes towards recommended farming technology for pomegranate growers in the Pune area of Maharashtra. Data for the study were collected from 10 respondents each from 12 villages in the Haveli and Purandhar talukas of Pune district by using a well-structured interview schedule. A total number of 120 respondents were interviewed and the data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics and correlation technique. Pomegranate growers have medium to high levels of knowledge about approved pomegranate farming technology. Majority of pomegranate producers had a moderate attitude, followed by a high attitude towards recommended pomegranate growing technology. Education, occupation, land holding size, annual income, mass media exposure, risk-bearing capacity, progressiveness, and scientific orientation all influence pomegranate growers' knowledge and attitude level, whereas age, marital status, and type of house have no effect on                           knowledge of pomegranate growers. Age was negatively influenced by the attitude of farmers. It is recommended that to enhance knowledge and attitude of pomegranate growers, the            extension department should implement integrated extension activities, capacity building initiatives etc.
Intracardiac Thrombus in the Right Heart: An Atypical Presentation of Behçet's Disease
Authors: Boutgourine Mina , Nafidi Salma , Jamili Mohammed El , Karimi Saloua El , Hattaoui Mustapha El
Published: May 2024

Intracardiac thrombosis is a rare complication of Behçet's disease (BD), which can present as an intracardiac tumor. Its discovery precedes the diagnosis of Behçet's disease in half of the cases.
We report the observation of a 64-year-old patient with a history of bipolar aphthosis, admitted to our department for etiological work-up of a prolonged fever disorder. Transthoracic echocardiography revealed a right ventricular mass appended to the tricuspid valve. Cardiac MRI was consistent with thrombus. The case was discussed in a multidisciplinary team including cardiologists, radiologists and internists, and the diagnosis of Behçet's disease with cardiac complications was established. The patient was treated with immunosuppressive therapy, with a favorable clinical and echocardiographic evolution.
The discovery of an intracardiac mass should prompt the diagnosis of cardiac thrombus and Behçet's disease, even in the absence of predisposing ethnic or geographical factors.
Navigating Plant-based Meat Analogues: A Review of Challenges and Strategies for Consumer Acceptance
Authors: Tahseen Aaliya , Muthupalani Muthukumar , Sathu. T  , Vasudevan. V. N  , Irshad. A  , John Preethy
Published: May 2024

The emergence of plant-based meat analogues (PBMA) offers a promising pathway to address the environmental and health challenges associated with traditional meat consumption. However, the transition from meat to PBMA faces significant hurdles in gaining consumer acceptance. This comprehensive review examines the challenges and strategies essential for the success of PBMA in the consumer market. Consumer attitudes towards PBMA are influenced by factors such as texture, taste, education, income, and social influence. The majority of consumers, particularly non-vegetarians, remain reluctant to fully embrace PBMA, highlighting the need for PBMA products to closely resemble traditional meat in sensory attributes. Education and awareness campaigns are critical in familiarizing consumers with PBMA's potential health and environmental benefits. Furthermore, product development should encompass consumer preferences and convenience-related aspects, while efforts to gradually reduce global meat consumption are essential. The global shift towards reduced meat consumption, driven by health consciousness and environmental concerns, presents an opportunity for PBMA. Targeting non-meat eaters, higher-income groups, the younger demographic, and educated individuals can foster greater acceptance. Overall, aligning product quality, consumer education, and innovation is pivotal for bridging the gap between consumer preferences and PBMA offerings.
The present review employs a methodology that includes a thorough literature review on PBMA. In particular, this paper provides basic information about PBMA, global market, summary of research papers, nutritional facts, challenges and consumer attitude towards PBMA. The alignment of product quality, consumer education, and innovation in PBMA development will be pivotal in realizing the potential benefits of PBMA for both human health and the environment. By addressing the complexities of consumer attitudes and preferences, the PBMA industry can play a substantial role in the global shift toward more sustainable and nutritious dietary choices.
The effects of a long‐term psychosocial stress on reproductive indicators in the baboon
Authors: O'Connor Kathleen A. , Brindle Eleanor , Shofer Jane , Trumble Benjamin C. , Aranda Jennifer D. , Rice Karen , Tatar Marc
Published: June 2011

Psychosocial stress is thought to negatively impact fecundity, but human studies are confounded by variation in nutrition and lifestyle. Baboons offer a useful model to test the effect of prolonged mild stress on reproductive indicators in a controlled setting. Following relocation from social groups to solitary housing, a previously documented stressful event for nonhuman primates, daily urine samples, tumescence, and menstrual bleeding were monitored in twenty baboons (Papio sp.) for 120–150 days. Specimens were assayed for estrone conjugates (E1C), pregnanediol‐3‐glucuronide (PDG), follicle‐stimulating hormone (FSH), and cortisol. Linear mixed effects models examined (1) the effects of stress on frequency of anovulation, hormone levels, tumescence and cycle length, and (2) the relationship of cortisol with reproductive indicators. Despite cortisol levels indicative of stress, anovulation was negligible (1% in 102 cycles). PDG, FSH, cycle length, and tumescence declined during the first four cycles, but began recovery by the fifth. Cortisol was negatively associated with FSH but not associated with PDG, E1C or tumescence. Ovulation, E1C, and luteal phase length were not affected. Tumescence tracked changes in FSH and PDG, and thus may be a useful indicator of stress on the reproductive axis. Elevated cortisol was associated with reduced FSH, supporting a model of cortisol action at the hypothalamus rather than the gonad. After four to five menstrual cycles the reproductive indicators began recovery, suggesting adjustment to new housing conditions. In conclusion, individual housing is stressful for captive baboons, as reflected by cortisol and reproductive indicators, although ovulation, a relatively direct proxy for fecundity, is unaffected. Am J Phys Anthropol 2011. © 2011 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.
Supramolecular bionanocomposites 3: Effects of surface functionality on electrical and mechanical percolation
Authors: Sobkowicz Margaret J. , White Erick A. , Dorgan John R.
Published: June 2011

Percolation phenomena in bionanocomposites composed of the bioplastic polylactide and surface decorated supramolecular multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) are investigated. MWCNTs with three distinct surface chemistries—a native surface, a hydroxyl functionalized surface, and a short hydrocarbon functionalized surface—are prepared and studied. Two experimental methods are used to determine percolation thresholds; melt rheology provides a measure of the mechanical percolation threshold and electrical impedance spectroscopy provides values of the electrical percolation threshold. The MWCNT‐loading level required to obtain mechanical percolation is systematically found to be lower than the loading level needed to achieve electrical percolation. Hydroxylated MWCNTs have the highest percolation thresholds of 1.8 (mechanical) and 6.7 wt % (electrical), which is attributed to aggregation caused by hydrogen bonding. Alkane‐grafted MWCNTs have lower percolation thresholds of 0.76 (mechanical) and 2.8 wt % (electrical). However, untreated MWCNTs have the lowest thresholds of 0.16 (mechanical) and 1.5 wt % (electrical). The reduced percolation threshold observed upon conversion of the hydroxylated surface to the alkylated surface is attributed to morphological differences—functionalization disrupts hydrogen bonding and leads to better nanotube dispersion. The combination of higher inherent conductivity and more favorable nanotube‐polylactide interactions implies that unmodified MWCNTs are preferred to produce electrically conductive bionanocomposites. © 2011 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2011.