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Étuves, bordels et maisons de bains à Louvain au XVe siècle : une édition des contrats de location des stoven trouvés dans les registres échevinaux de la ville
Authors: Haemers Jelle
Published: August 2020

Cette contribution propose l’édition de quatorze contrats de location du XVe siècle relatifs à des étuves situées à Louvain. De tels contrats sont très utiles pour les historiens, car ils fournissent un aperçu unique de la riche culture matérielle et de l’histoire des établissements thermaux médiévaux [ appelés «stoven » (soit poêles en français)]. Certains de ces établissements servaient également de maisons de passe, où des prostituées vendaient leurs charmes. Les historiens considèrent encore trop souvent la prostitution comme un phénomène marginal, mais ces contrats montrent en tout cas que ni les propriétaires ni les gérants de ces lieux de plaisirs ne vivaient en marge de la société. Une autre raison qui justifie la publication de ces contrats est le fait qu’ils appartiennent à une source à peine exploitée jusqu’à maintenant, à savoir les registres échevinaux. Il s’agit de séries de sources contenant d’innombrables actes de juridiction gracieuse relative aux citadins, lesquels furent à peine consultés par les historiens en raison de leur inaccessibilité. Cette publication constitue donc une première étape dans la découverte des registres de Louvain. En mettant l’accent sur un type de document spécifique contenu dans cette source, nous espérons avoir montré que ces registres sont une véritable mine d’or pour les historiens désireux d’étudier l’histoire des étuves en particulier, et la vie citadine médiévale en général.
Füsun Akatlı’nın Rüzgâra Karşı Felsefe Adlı Eserinde Denemeciliğinin Tematik Boyutta İncelenmesi
Authors: AKBALIK Atiye
Published: August 2020

Bu çalışmada Cumhuriyet dönemi yazarlarından Füsun Akatlı’nın denemeciliği üzerine bir inceleme yapılmıştır. Bu inceleme, Akatlı’nın Rüzgâra Karşı Felsefe adlı eserinden yola çıkılarak kaleme alınmıştır. Altı bölümden oluşan bu çalışmanın giriş bölümünde deneme türünün tarihsel gelişimine, Türk edebiyatındaki oluşumuna değinilmiştir. Ayrıca Türk edebiyatında deneme türünde yazan yazarlardan bahsedilmiştir. Birinci bölümde deneme metinlerinde yazarın tavrı hakkında bilgi verilmiş, ikinci bölümde ise denemeler konuları bakımından tasnif edilmiştir. Bu bağlamda eleştirel deneme, güncel deneme, portre deneme, fantezi deneme ve nekrolojik deneme başlıklar açılmıştır. Üçüncü bölümde Füsun Akatlı’nın kim olduğuna kısaca değinilmiş, ikinci bölümde ise eserleri kronolojik olarak listelenmiştir. Beşinci bölümde Akatlı’nın denemeci tavrına değinilmiştir. Buna bağlı olarak yazıları ve üslubu hakkında bilgi verilip, deneme türü hakkındaki görüşlerine yer verilmiştir. Denemelerini sohbet havası içinde işlemesi, deneme yazılarını alıntılar yaparak desteklemesi, denemelerini bir sonuca bağlayarak ve öneriler sunarak bitirmesi denemelerinin öne çıkan özellikleridir. Altıncı bölümde Akatlı’nın Rüzgâra Karşı Felsefe adlı eserinden hareketle denemeciliği incelenmiştir. Akatlı, denemelerinde tiyatro, edebiyat, eğitim, müzik, aydın-sanatçı gibi konuları işlemiştir. Bu konuları ele alırken Türkçenin yanlış kullanımı, dilin yozlaşması, dilin kirlenmesi gibi dil ile ilgili sorunlara değinmiştir. Akatlı, denemelerine felsefeci kimliğini yansıttığı için yazılarında soran, sorgulayan, eleştiren bir üslup kullanmıştır. Dili süsten uzak, yalın ve açık bir özelliğe sahiptir.
Prevalence of Microorganisms and Antibiotic Sensitivity Among Patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcer in Sulaimani City, Iraq
Authors: Qadir Aso Nasih , Mohamed  Mahmoud Bakhtiar , Othman Mahwi Taha , Arif Al-Attar Delman Mohammed Raoof , Mahmood Safeen Othman
Published: August 2020

Background: Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are responsible for days of costly hospitalization and are the major cause of medical lower limb amputations. Determining the appropriate antimicrobial therapy for DFUs is highly dependent on recognizing the microorganisms that cause them. Many reports have indicated that there has been a remarkable increase in antibiotic resistance. Objectives: The present study examined various cultures of patients with DFUs to detect the prevalence of microorganisms and their antibiotic sensitivity profiles. Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out on 92 patients with DFUs admitted to Shar Teaching Hospital and Shahid Hemin Teaching Hospital. Wagner Classification was used to assess the severity and location of the DFUs. Patients were asked questions about their practices of foot care and hygiene, and their answers were recorded. Samples required for testing were taken using sterile swabs. Results: A total of 100 microorganisms were isolated from 92 patients with DFUs, 10 of which were polymicrobial and 2 were culture-negative. There was a highly significant association between the isolated gram-negative microorganisms and higher grades of DFU (P<0.001). A highly significant association was also observed between bad patient knowledge of hygiene practices and gram-negative microorganisms (P<0.001). Osteomyelitis was present in 40 (43.4%) patients. Conclusion: Among gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, Staphylococcus spp. and E. coli were, respectively, the most frequent organisms isolated. The antibiotic imipenem was found to be effective against microorganisms. Tetracycline, erythromycin, and ceftriaxone, however, were highly resistant to antibiotics. To sum up, since different microorganisms are involved and multidrugresistant strains might emerge, clinicians are recommended to take cultures into account before they initiate empirical therapy.
Tuberculosis in Immigrants to Cartagena de Indias, Colombia
Authors: Fontalvo-Rivera Dilia , Mazenett Enrique , Cárcamo-Marrugo Luisana , Llerena-Polo Claudia , Gómez-Camargo Doris
Published: August 2020

Introduction: Tuberculosis (TB) affects vulnerable populations. Immigrants have contributed to the increased incidence of TB. In this population, TB has some common characteristics that can lead to increased resistance to anti-TB drugs and undesired outcomes. In Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, an increase in TB cases has been observed in immigrants. Our objective is to describe the clinical and microbiological characteristics of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in the immigrant population of Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. Methods: A descriptive study of 101 patients with a clinical and microbiological diagnosis of TB was carried out in the city of Cartagena de Indias, Colombia from December 2017 to December 2018. The clinical spectrum and sensitivity profile of M. tuberculosis to first-line anti-TB drugs were characterized by phenotypic tests and molecular markers of resistance. Confidence intervals were calculated for the estimates. Statistical significance was considered at P≤0.05. Results: A total of 101 patients were analyzed. 8.91% (95% CI: 4.16-16.24%) of the study population were immigrants. Extrapulmonary tuberculosis (EPTB) occurred more frequently among immigrants than in the native population (44.44%; 95% CI 13.70-78.80% vs. 4.49%; 95% CI 1.24-11.11%; P = 0.002). The immigrants also had a higher frequency of cases with resistance (15.22 vs. 44.44%; P = 0.051) and undesired outcomes, such as therapeutic failure (8.70% vs. 33.33%; P = 0.001) and death (4.35% vs. 44.44%; P = 0.001). Conclusion: Immigrant TB patients were more likely to present particular clinical characteristics, such as HIV coinfection, malnutrition, constitutional manifestations, extrapulmonary spread, the presence of caverns, and undesired outcomes.
First Local Transmission Cluster of COVID-19 in Malaysia: Public Health Response
Authors: Ahmad Noor Ani , Lin Chong Zhuo , Abd Rahman Sunita , bin Ghazali Muhammad Haikal , Nadzari Ezy Eriyani , Zakiman Zazarida , Redzuan Suziana , Md Taib Salina , Kassim Mohd Shaiful Azlan , Wan Mohamed Noor Wan Noraini
Published: August 2020

Introduction: Rapid public health response is important in controlling the transmission of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). In this study, we described the public health response taken by the Ministry of Health of Malaysia in managing the first local transmission cluster of COVID-19 related to mass-gathering and inter-state traveling to celebrate a festival. Methods: We summarized strategies implemented by the Malaysia Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) in managing the first local transmission of COVID-19. We collected information related to the epidemiological investigation of this cluster and described the inter-state network in managing the outbreak. Results: This first local transmission of COVID-19 in Malaysia had a history of contact with her older brother, the index case, who was the first Malaysian imported case. Only two positive cases were detected out of 59 contacts traced from the index case. Close contacts with infected person/s, inter-state movement, and public/family gatherings were identified as the sources of transmission. A large number of contacts were traced from inter-state traveling, and family gatherings during the festive season, and health consultations and treatment. Conclusion: Close contacts from inter-state movement and public/family gatherings were identified as the source of transmission. Family or public gatherings during festivals or religious events should be prohibited or controlled in COVID-19 prevalent areas. A structured surveillance system with rapid contact tracing is significant in controlling the transmission of COVID-19 in the community.
THE ISSUE OF ALIMONY FUNDS AS A WAY OF PROVIDING FOR CHILDREN: FOREIGN EXPERIENCE
Authors: Chekulayev Sergey S. , Gordeyev Kirill V. , Leonov Mikhail R.
Published: August 2020

The article raises the issue of the provision of minor children in the event of parents’ failure to meet their alimony obligations in the Russian Federation. As its solution, the authors propose to create an institute of alimony fund. The article analyses and reveals the essence of this institution on the basis of the experience of Soviet Russia and foreign countries – Spain, Sweden, Estonia and other countries – through the following aspects: the size of state support for underage children, the procedure for providing assistance, as well as the procedure for reimbursement of funds spent by the state, the sources of funding funds. The authors mention the existence of a similar institution to the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (the institution of temporary allowances for underage children). The article concludes that by creating the institute of the alimony
fund in the Russian Federation is a comparative legal analysis of foreign institutions, public discussion, expert and legislative work based on the studied experience. The possibility of simultaneous existence of state and private forms of alimony funds in
the Russian Federation is also analyzed. The authors propose to adopt the Federal Law «On Alimony Funds in the Russian Federation», which will embody the solution of the existing problem and serve as a basis for legal regulation of these funds.
ON THE NEW LEGISLATIVE CLARIFICATION OF THE POWERS OF THE PROSECUTOR IN THE PRE-TRIAL STAGES OF CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS
Authors: Kobzaryov Fyodor M.
Published: August 2020

The article examines the essence of legislative novels related to supplementing the powers of the prosecutor in pre-trial proceedings, analyses and predicts their impact on the formation of law enforcement practice and the development of the theoretical design of the procedural status of the prosecutor in the pre-trial stages of the criminal process. Particular attention is paid to the provisions related to checking reports of crimes and increasing the signifi cance of the decision of the prosecutor to send relevant materials to the preliminary investigation body to resolve the issue of criminal prosecution. These important provisions also include the additional powers of the prosecutor to demand from the bodies of inquiry and investigative bodies the elimination of violations of federal law committed not only during the inquiry or preliminary investigation, but also directly during the reception, registration and resolution of reports of crimes. Along with a positive assessment of the amendments to existing laws, the article expresses doubts that the precise adjustments made to the supervisory powers of the prosecutor will signifi cantly increase the effi ciency of the authorised bodies and their offi cials in the pre-trial stages of criminal proceedings. At the same time, proposals on renaming the stage of initiating a criminal case and other theoretical positions on the characteristics of this stage, on creating barriers to concealing crimes from accounting, are substantiated.
Hypoglycemia in Elderly Diabetic Patients with Good Glycemic Control attending Cardiology Out Patient Department of a Superspeciality Hospital
Authors: Mittal Deepika , Mittal Purushottam
Published: August 2020

Objective-Clinical trials and observational studies have provided good evidence that early glycemic control leads to a reduction in complications and improved survival in diabetics. However, elevated risk of mortality has been reported at both the lower and upper ends of long-term glucose levels. Fear of hypoglycemia has been a significant factor in suboptimal glycemic control. In this retrospective analysis we aimed to identify the incidence of hypoglycemia and their precipitating factors in elderly diabetics on good glycemic control. Material and methods- Ninety seven elderly diabetic patients attending the cardiology Out-Patients Department of a super speciality private sector hospital from 1 December 2017 to 30 November 2018 were studied retrospectively. Their demographic profile, co-morbidities and pharmacological profile were recorded.
Incidence of hypoglycemic episodes and their precipitating factor were then analyzed. Result-Mean age was 71.7± 6.3 years, and 64 (66%) were male. Mean duration of diabetes was 7.3± 1.3 years. All patients had type II diabetes mellitus. Mean fasting and random capillary blood glucose levels were 116.5 ±8.7 mg/dl and 169.5±13.5mg/dl, respectively. Mean HbA1c levels of the study population was 6.8±1.14. Over the study
period, 23 (23.7%) patients experienced 39 episodes of any level of hypoglycemia. HbA1c Levels in the hypoglycemia group were not significantly different from those in no-hyperglycemia group (6.85±1.13 vs. 6.63±1.04). Mean random plasma glucose values were slightly higher in no-hypoglycemia group (170.9±14.5 vs 164.9±14.9), but the difference did not reach the statistical significance. There was a markedly significant
difference in mean fasting plasma glucose values between hypoglycemia and no-hypoglycemia group (101.8±8.9 vs 116.5±12.7). Sulphonylurea and insulin use was more frequent in patients experiencing hypoglycemia (9.6% and 52.2% respectively) as compared with no-hypoglycemia group (33.8% and 39.1% respectively). The most common preceding event was either skipping a meal in 12(30.8%) patients or an
unplanned change in diet in 23% patients. Conclusion- Patients with longstanding diabetes and loss of warning symptoms have increased risk of severe hypoglycaemic episodes. Risk of the hypoglycemic episode is better correlated with fasting plasma glucose levels and glycemic variability rather than with HbA1c Level. Sulphonylurea drug use was the only group associated with a statistically significant risk of hypoglycemia.
Skipping of a meal or a sudden change in the diet and alteration in antidiabetic drug regimen are the most important precipitating factors for hypoglycemia.
Chronic Diarrhoea associated with Sacubitril-Valsartan use in an Elderly Female - The Benefits of Unprescribing
Authors: Shubhra Chakrabarti Sankha , Dixit Vinti , Singh Amit , Kaur Upinder
Published: August 2020

Sacubitril/Valsartan is a novel Angiotensin Receptor Blocker-Neprilysin Inhibitor (ARNI) approved for the treatment of patients with NYHA class II-IV Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). Hypotension, renal dysfunction, upper respiratory tract infections and angioedema are the common adverse effects reported with sacubitril/valsartan. Here, we report the first case of chronic non-resolving diarrhoea refractory to conventional therapy in an elderly female on sacubitril-valsartan treatment, which posed a
diagnostic challenge. The case highlights the importance of suspecting novel drugs being sparsely used in the elderly population as the aetiology of new symptoms, and conducting a therapeutic de-challenge even in the face of apparently low causality scores.
The Relationship Between Fear of Falling and Functional Fitness among Older Adults Living in Rest Home
Authors: Tuna H , Bozan Ö , Gürpınar B , İlçin N
Published: August 2020

Objective: This study aimed to report the fear of falling and assess its associations with several fall-related characteristics and functional fitness parameters among older adults living in the rest home. Methods: Seventy-eight older adults aged between 65-94 years were included in the study. History of falling and the number of risk factors for falling were recorded. Fear of falling was evaluated with The Falls Efficacy ScaleInternational. Functional fitness was assessed with Senior Fitness Test, including tests for the functional measurement of strength, flexibility, aerobic endurance and dynamic balance. Result: The mean age of participants was 78.46±7.16 years. There were correlations exist between fear of falling and number of fall risk factors, dynamic balance, upper body flexibility and aerobic endurance (p<0.05). Multiple linear regression analysis showed that the parameters with the highest determinants of fear of falling were the
dynamic balance and history of falling (p<0.05). Conclusions: In our study, history of falling, number of fall risk factors, flexibility for the upper body, aerobic endurance and dynamic balance were parameters related to fear of falling among older adults, but the most influential factors in fear of falling were dynamic balance and history of falling.
Echocardiographic Findings and Cardiovascular Profile of the Very Old Indian Population
Authors: Kumara Pramod , Bansal Rishav , Yadav Rakesh , Dwivedi Sada Nand , Chatterjee Prashun , Ballav Dey Aparajit
Published: August 2020

Background : Age-related changes in the cardiovascular system are significant, increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in older adults. CVDs are currently the leading cause of mortality among older Indian adults, yet very few studies are presently available evaluating the older adults for CVDs and risk factors. We aim to assess the very old adults for the prevalence of CVDs and risk factors using non-invasive assessment tools. Methodology : This hospital-based cross-sectional study included 200 adults aged 75 years and above, visiting a tertiary care hospital in India. They underwent routine clinical evaluation, a comprehensive geriatric assessment and detailed cardiovascular evaluation using non-invasive tools like echocardiography and blood investigations. Results : The overall prevalence of CVDs in this population was 76%. Among the cardiovascular risk factors, hyperhomocysteinemia was present in 83.5%, hypertension in 59.5%, dyslipidemia in 41.5%, sedentary lifestyle in 35%, and obesity in 30.5%, and Diabetes Mellitus in 24.5%. In echocardiographic assessment, valvular dysfunction was present in 33% of the population, though moderate to severe valvular disease was seen in 6.5%. Left ventricular diastolic dysfunction was seen in 81%, systolic dysfunction in 10% and pulmonary hypertension in 5% of the subjects. Conclusion : The very old adults had significant age-related changes in echocardiographic assessment, along with the high prevalence of cardiovascular diseases and risk factors. These findings should encourage physicians to screen the very old adults for cardiovascular risk factors and diseases, for their early identification and effective management.
Nuclear Penetration for a Deregulated Electricity Market for Peninsula Malaysia: A Systemic Feasibility Analysis
Authors: Yee TANG Suet , Ping TAN Andrew Huey , Hwa YAP Eng
Published: August 2020

Objective - This paper aims to investigate the feasibility of employing nuclear power in peninsula Malaysia, within the context of a deregulated electricity market framework.

Methodology/Technique - System dynamics modelling and simulation has been adopted in this research. A qualitative causal loop diagram, which represent the relationships of key factors in the dynamics of nuclear power in peninsula Malaysia's electricity market, was first constructed. It is divided into three sections: (1) investment decisions, (2) power generation, and (3) maintaining business as usual. The causal loop diagram is converted into stock and flow diagram, where variables are quantified by input values and equation before simulated for a set period of 38 years. Three scenarios were designed to facilitate the research: (A) business, as usual, (B) nuclear power expansion, and (C) renewable energy expansion.

Findings - Simulations showed that scenario B can potentially strengthen the region's energy security under specific conditions in addressing capacity redundancy and emissions reduction. Also, having a diverse market is paramount in contributing to the responsiveness of the market.

Novelty - A systemic and dynamic understanding of the implications of two energy scenarios on the country has been established.

Type of Paper: Empirical

Keywords: Energy Security; Electricity Market; Deregulation; System Dynamics; Nuclear Power.
Development of Denial of Service (DoS) Mitigation for Internet of Things (IoT) Sensor Node
Authors: Rahman Abdul Fuad Abdul , Halim Azni Ab , Syazwani Nurul , Daud Maslina , Mohamad Madihah Zulfa , Yahood Muhamad Izzat
Published: August 2020

ABSTRACT
Objective - The objective of this paper is to propose a lightweight IDS algorithm to secure IoT Sensor Node.

Methodology/Technique - The proposed IDS algorithm for IoT Sensor Node shall prevent the abnormal energy consumption by monitoring, calculating, and evaluating energy drop from each cluster nodes based on a few conditions.

Findings - The DoS attack is considered as one of security threat that may affect the quality service of IoT network and also reduce the lifespan of IoT Sensor Nodes

Novelty - The approach is using data from previous experiments and translated it to develop mitigation to secure IoT Sensor Node, thus increased the lifespan of IoT Sensor Nodes.

Type of Paper: Other.

Keywords: Internet of Things (IoT); Intrusion Detection System (IDS); Denial of Service (DoS); Smart Water; Sensor.
Adoption and Commercialization of Green Corn, Green Corn –Based Silage, Haylage and Ummb Production for Dairy Cattle in Cagayan Valley, Philippines
Authors: Cammayo Eva U. , Padilla Nilo E.
Published: August 2020

This research aimed to improve dairy production and increase the income of dairy farmers using locally available feed resources. Small-scale milk producers rely heavily on available feed resources in the locality which are either indigenous in the area or introduced species for feed and nutrition of their dairy cattle and buffalos. Their milk output depends mainly on seasonal fluctuations in the quality and quantity of natural forage. Crop residues such as corn stover and rice straw which are high in fiber but low in nutrients serve as a feed supplement and filler to the daily diets of dairy cattle and buffalos. Cagayan Valley is an ear of top corn and rice-producing region. The potential of crop residues as feed supplements or raw materials of dairy cattle/buffalo feed mix is great. But dairy farmers still face the scarcity problem of quality feed resources for dairy animals especially during the dry season. The supply of forage is very low during the dry spell. Inadequate feed mix and low nutritive value of feed mix result in low or no milk production. Producing green corn and ensiling it to produce green corn silage preserves and prolong the storage life of forages. In this way, a stable supply of feed mix for dairy animals is assured year-round.

Type of Paper: Empirical.

Keywords: adoption and commercialization, dairy industry, financial viability, green-corn silage production, indigenous grasses, smallholder farmers.
Voluntary Policy Interventions: Elevating Safety and Health Compliance in Aircraft Ground Handling Operations
Authors: Musa Muhafiza , Isha@Isa Ahmad Shahrul Nizam
Published: August 2020

Objective – The present study intends to examine the safety culture and safety performance outcomes relationship, present the findings on safety culture dimensions and discuss in detail on the moderating role of occupational health and safety management system (OHSMS) policy interventions.

Methodology/Technique – A literature research was employed to review occupational safety and health area on specific safety culture dimensions with regard to aviation (between the years 1997 to 2018) as well as law and science policy on human behavior.

Findings – The findings on safety culture dimensions were discovered from a multilevel perspective of safety culture and climate studies and were categorized as generalization and personalization. The findings also demonstrated the mandatory and voluntary approach in carrying out the OHSMS policy interventions.

Novelty – The findings on safety culture dimensions indicated the functionality of generalization and personalization that portray the substance of the workplace culture for aircraft ground handling. The introduction of voluntary policy interventions to elevate OHSMS compliance was essential to the study because they revealed people's willingness to change their behavior, practice self-regulation, and respond to the existing regulatory models.

Type of Paper: Conceptual

Keywords: OHSMS; voluntary compliance; safety culture; safety performance outcomes
UJI EFEKTIVITAS EKSTRAK BABANDOTAN (Ageratum conyzoides) SEBAGAI BIOHERBISIDA TERHADAP PERKECAMBAHAN KACANG HIJAU (Vigna radiata)
Authors: Sari Vira Irma , Jainal Rahmat
Published: August 2020

Gulma babadotan (Ageratum conyzoides) adalah gulma yang umumnya menjadi gulma dominan di berbagai areal budidaya tanaman sehingga limbah gulma ini akan sangat banyak didapatkan ketika selesai dikendalikan. Gulma ini juga memiliki senyawa alelokimia yang berpotensi sebagai bahan pembuatan bioherbisida yang ramah lingkungan. Efektivitas bioherbisida perlu diuji menggunakan tanaman yang memiliki perkecambahan yang cepat seperti kacang hijau, sebelum diaplikasikan ke gulma. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mendapatkan bahan organik alternatif untuk bioherbisida, melihat pengaruhnya terhadap perkecambahan kacang hijau dan mengetahui rekomendasi dosis bioherbisida. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada April sampai Mei 2020 di areal percobaan Kabupaten Tubaba Lampung. Penelitian ini disusun dalam rancangan acak kelompok (RAK) satu faktor yang terdiri dari tiga perlakuan, yaitu M0 (tanpa aplikasi/kontrol), M1 (aplikasi bioherbisida 10 ml), dan M2 (aplikasi bioherbisida 20 ml). Setiap perlakuan terdiri dari 5 sampel diulang sebanyak 3 kali sehingga total kecambah yang digunakan adalah 45 kecambah. Data dianalisis menggunakan analysis of varians (ANOVA) dan apabila berpengaruh nyata pada taraf 5% dilanjutkan dengan uji lanjut Duncan Multiple Range Test (DMRT). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa babandotan dapat digunakan sebagai bahan bioherbisida serta berpengaruh nyata terhadap tinggi kecambah (2, 3, 4, 5 hari setelah aplikasi) dan kondisi fisik kecambah. Dosis bioherbisida yang direkomendasikan adalah 10 ml.
Institutionalising Peace Education for Social Inclusiveness in Nigeria
Authors: Agbaje Funmilayo I.
Published: August 2020

The need for peace education has grown exponentially as the incidence of conflicts has become more dramatic and prevalent in all its various dimensions in Nigeria.Impecunity, illiteracy, violation of human rights and religious intolerance are some of the challenges facing peace education in Nigeria. Against this background, the complexities of the cultural and contextual requirements for peace education require further review and elaboration for proper elucidation of its attendant skills, channels, and instruments. The effectiveness of the act of studying and practicing peace depends on the recognition and understanding of the specific cultural context of application. The analysis of local approaches, especially African peace practices, is a prerequisite for a successful peace education in Nigeria. This paper traces elements of continuity and change in four key institutions that have survived years of usage from the past to the present, in formal and non-formal terrains, among youth and adults, namely, the family, religion, education, and tradition.
INFLUENCE OF TECHNOLOGICAL FEED ADDITIVE ON DIGESTIVENESS OF FEED NUTRIENTS IN CHICKEN BROILERS
Authors: Levytskyy T. R.
Published: August 2020

A study of the effectiveness of the use of feed additive Liatoxil in vivo in broiler chickens to study the ability of feed additives to improve digestion and affect the digestibility of nutrients. For research was formed on the principle of analogues -day age.

Feeding of the control group was carried out with standard feed. Feeding of the experimental group was carried out with standard feed, in which the feed additive Liatoxil was added at the rate of 2 g / kg. The calculation of the digestibility of nutrients of the experimental and control feed was determined by their content in the feed and manure in terms of absolutely dry matter. It is established that the studied feed additive has a positive effect on the digestibility of feed nutrients.

As a result of the use of feed additive Liatoxil, the digestibility of organic matter increased by 2.8 % compared to the control. The coefficient of protein digestibility in animals of the experimental group exceeded this indicator of the control group by 4.2 % and was 93.3 % against 89.1 % in the control. The digestibility of crude fat in poultry of the experimental group was 77.8 % and also exceeded by 2.0 % the value of the control group, which was 75.8 %.

The studied feed additive did not significantly affect the digestibility of crude fiber, which was 23.3 % in the control and 23.5 % in the experiment. At the same time, the obtained data show that in the animals of the experimental group the digestibility of nitrogen-free extractives was 87.5 %, which is 2.8 % higher than this indicator of the control group.
EFISIENSI PENGGUNAAN FAKTOR-FAKTOR PRODUKSI PADA USAHATANI CABAI MERAH KERITING (Capsicum annuum L.) (Studi Kasus di Kelompok Tani Prawoto Sari, Desa Munding, Kecamatan Bergas, Kabupaten Semarang)
Authors: Purry Nur Hasanah  , Mahananto  , Agung Prasetyo
Published: August 2020

The purpose of this research were to determine the amount of production costs and income obtained from the cultivation of curly red chilli, knowing the factors of production that affect the production of curly red chilli, and to Determine an efficient use of production factors in curly red chilli farming in  the Prawoto Sari Farmer Group Krajan Backwood, Munding Village, Bergas District, Semarang Regency. The method of determining the location of research using purposive or intentional methods. The sampling technique used was Random Sampling. The results showed that the average total cost incurred by farmers per farm is Rp. 10,658,731.33 or Rp. 85,269,850.64 per hectare. The average income received by farmers per farm is Rp. 11,437,101.67 or Rp. 91,496,813.36 per hectare. Based on the F test all independent variables together have a very significant effect on curly red chilli production. Based on the t test the factors of production that significantly affect production are NPK fertilizer, liquid organic fertilizer Gro-mate Ls and rotraz 200 ec insecticide. The use of production factors in curly red chilli farming has not yet reached the maximum efficient level. Inefficient factors are manure, NPK fertilizer, POC, rotraz 200 ec insecticide and mulch so that its use needs to be added. While the inefficient factor is labor, dupont lannate 25 wp insecticide and stakes, so that its use does not need to be increased or reduced.
Smartphone untuk Pembelajaran di Kelas: Perspektif Mahasiswa dan Dosen pada Perguruan Tinggi
Authors: Rizki Setyo Nugroho  , Teduh Dirgahayu
Published: August 2020

Abstrak: Pemanfaatan smartphone dalam proses pembelajaran di perguruan tinggi dapat dipandang dari dua sisi yang bertolak belakang. Pada sisi positif, smartphone dapat mempermudah mahasiswa mengakses materi pembelajaran online. Pada sisi negatif, smartphone dianggap dapat mengganggu proses pembelajaran ketika mahasiswa menggunakannya untuk mengakses konten yang tak relevan. Perbedaan karakteristik generasi antara mahasiswa dan dosen menentukan pembentukan perspektif masing-masing terhadap pemanfaatan perangkat TI, khususnya smartphone, untuk pembelajaran di kelas. Penelitian ini berfokus pada program studi yang berkaitan dengan pemanfaatan smartphone dalam pembelajaran di kelas, dengan memperhatikan pengetahuan tentang mobile learning, fitur-fitur pada smartphone serta hambatan penguunaan smartphone untuk proses belajar. Hasil penelitian menunjukan pada Dosen terdapat perbedaan signifikan antara Program studi Ekonomi dengan pendidikan dan Konseling dalam menilai apakah smartphone dapat memotivasi Mahasiswa dalam belajar, dan juga perbedaan pandangan tentang penggunaan fitur menonton video untuk pembelajaran di kelas pada program studi Komputer dan Pendidikan. Pada mahasiswa terjadi perbedaan pandangan antara prodi Ekonomi dan Pendidikan dalam menilai apakah smartphone dapat menghemat waktu belajar. Dosen dan Mahasiswa yang kurang pengetahuan tentang teknologi cenderung akan merasa khawatir tentang penggunaan smartphone dalam pembelajaran di kelas.

Abstract: The use of smartphones in the learning process in higher education can be viewed from two opposing sides. On the positive side, smartphones can make it easier for students to access online learning materials. On the negative side, a smartphone is considered to be able to disrupt the learning process when students use it to access irrelevant content. The difference in generation characteristics between students and lecturers determines the formation of their respective perspectives on the use of IT devices, especially smartphones, for classroom learning. This research focuses on study programs related to the use of smartphones in classroom learning, taking into account the knowledge of mobile learning, features on smartphoen and barriers to the use of smartphones for learning. The results showed the lecturers there were significant differences between the Economics and Education study programs and counseling in assessing whether smartphones can motivate students to learn, and also differences in views about the use of video watching features for classroom learning in Computer and Education study programs. In students there are differences of views between Economics and Education study programs in assessing whether smartphones can save time studying. Lecturers and Students who lack knowledge about technology are likely to feel worried about using smartphones in classroom learning.
Sistem Pendidikan Jarak Jauh Berbasis e-Learning Pada Mata Kuliah Pendidikan Matematika I: Studi Kasus di Universitas Terbuka
Authors: Anam Khaerul , Raden Sudarwo  , Gunawan Wiradharma
Published: August 2020

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana penerapan tutorial online berbasis e-learning dalam sistem pendidikan jarak jauh pada mata kuliah Pendidikan Matematika 1 di Universitas Terbuka. Penerapan yang dimaksud di sini adalah bagaimana perencanaan, pelaksanaan, evaluasi, serta apa saja kendala yang dihadapi selama kegiatan tersebut. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Hasilnya penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa (1) Perencanaan Tutorial di sediakan langsung dari UT pusat, tutor tinggal melaksanakan; (2) Pelaksanaan tutorial dimulai dengan membuat video sapaan pada setiap inisiasi, kemudian memantau dan menanggapi dari  pertanyaan atau tanggapan mahasiswa terhadap diskusi atau permasalahan yang disajikan, selanjutnya memeriksa dan memeberikan feedback terhadap tugas-tugas mahasiswa pada pertemuan ke 3, 5 dan 7; (3) Evaluasi dilihat dari kehadiran sebesar 20%, keaktifan mahasiswa dalam diskusi 30% dan tugas tutorial sebesar 50%. Nilai tutorial online akan berkontribusi jika nilai Ujian Akhir Semester lebih dari 30%; (4) Kendala yang dialami yaitu keterbatasan akses, tutor maupun mahasiswa masih kurang aktif, penulisan simbol-simbol Matematika.

Abstract: Distance Education System Based E-learning in Mathematics Education I) This study aims to find out how to apply e-learning-based online tutorials in the distance education system in Mathematics Education 1 course at Universitas Terbuka. The application referred in this study is the planning, implementation, evaluation, and the constraints encountered during the activity. The research method used in this study is the qualitative method with a case study approach.The results of this study indicate that (1)The planning is provided directly from the UT centre, the tutor only have to carry out the plan; (2)The tutoring begins by making a greeting video at each initiation, then monitoring and responding students' questions or responses on the discussions or issues presented, providing enrichment, then examining student assignments at the 3rd, 5th and 7th meeting; (3)Evaluation is seen from the attendance by 20%, the activeness of students in discussions by 30% and tutorial assignments by 50%. The value of online tutorials will contribute if the value of the Final Semester Examination is more than 30%; (4)The constraints experienced are as follows: The access is limited, the tutors and students are still less active, Mathematical symbols writing, the RAT SAT is not in accordance with the assignments or material in online tutorial activities.
Simulasi Phet Sebagai Media Pembelajaran Berbasis Komputer Pada Model Pembelajaran Team Games Tournament Untuk Meningkatkan Aktivitas Dan Hasil Belajar Fisika Mahasiswa
Authors: Ama Ki`i Oktavianus , Egidius Dewa
Published: August 2020

Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengintegrasikan simulasi interaktif PhET pada model pembelajaran Teams Games Tournament untuk meningkatkan aktivitas dan hasil belajar fisika mahasiswa pada materi listrik dinamis. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain one group pretest-posttest. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan peningkatan hasil belajar fisika mahasiswa dengan rata-rata test awal dan tes akhir masing-masing adalah 53 dan 84. Faktor gain sebesar 0,66 menunjukkan bahwa hasil belajar fisika siswa meningkat dengan kriteria sedang. Penggunaan simulasi PhET pada model pembelajaran Teams Games Tournament dapat meningkatkan aktivitas dan hasil belajar fisika mahasiswa.

Abstract: This study aims to integrate the PhET interactive simulations on the Teams Games Tournament learning model to enhancement the student physics learning activities and outcomes on dynamic electric material. This study uses the one group pretest-posttest design. The results showed an increase in student physics learning outcomes with the means of pretest and posttest is 53 and 84, respectively. The gain factor of 0.66 shows that the student physics learning outcomes, increase by medium criteria. The use of PhET simulations on the Teams Games Tournament learning model can improve student physics learning activities and outcomes.
Evaluasi Sistem Dashboard Monitoring Presensi Akademik Mahasiswa
Authors: Wijaya Avid
Published: August 2020

Abstrak: Teknologi pencatatan elektronik untuk presensi mahasiswa dapat menjadi solusi yang meminimalisir kekeliruan pada proses pencatatan dan rekap kehadiran. Perekapan presensi ini mempermudah proses pencatatan kehadiran mahasiswa secara terkomputerisasi agar data kehadiran langsung masuk ke komputer untuk selanjutnya mudah dilakukan pengolahan data presensi. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengevaluasi sistem yang digunakan oleh user. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah study evaluasi dengan menggunakan framework yaitu Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). Terdapat beberapa parameter yang dilakukan evaluasi sistem dengan menggunakan tools ini yaitu terkait dengan Perceived Ease of Use (PEOU), Perceived Usefulness (PU), Behavioral Intention (BI), Actual Usage (AU).  Mengenai penerapan sistem Dashboard, mayoritas responden siswa memberikan rata-rata sangat setuju pada komponen Perceived Ease Of Use (PEOU) sebesar 78%, Perceived Usefulness (PU) sebesar 73.8%, Behavioral Intention (BI) sebesar 76.8%, Actual Usage (AU) sebesar 78.87%.  Sistem yang digunakan berdampak pada pelaksanaan monitoring kehadiran mahasiswa dalam perkuliahan. Staff administrasi dan akademik beserta mahasiswa bisa dengan cepat mengetahui informasi presensi yang direkap dalam sistem. Selain itu atasan juga dapat mendapatkan data dan informasi dari absen tersebut sebagai dasar kebijakan pengambilan keputusan.

Abstract: Electronic recording technology for students' student presence can be a solution that minimizes errors in the process of recording and attendance recap. This presence recording makes it easier to process the computerized attendance of students so that attendance data directly enters the computer so that it is easy to process attendance data. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the system used by the user. The method used in this study is an evaluation study using the framework of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). There are several parameters that are evaluated by the system using these tools, which are related to Perceived Ease of Use (PEOU), Perceived Usefulness (PU), Behavioral Intention (BI), Actual Usage (AU). Regarding the application of the Dashboard system, the majority of student respondents gave an average of strongly agree on the Perceived Ease of Use (PEOU) component of 78, Perceived Usefulness (PU) of 73.8, Behavioral Intention (BI) of 76.8, Actual Usage (AU) of 78.87. The system used has an impact on the implementation of monitoring the presence of students in lectures. Administrative and academic staff and students can quickly find out the presence information that is recapitulated in the system. In addition, superiors can also get data and information from these absences as a basis for decision making policies.
General Perspectives on Water and Fluid Borne Microorganisms in Bangladesh
Authors: Bhuiyan Asma Akter , Noor Rashed
Published: August 2020

Clinical complications especially diarrhoea and other enteric diseases have long been taking place in the comparatively densely populated regions with the general lack of knowledge on hygiene as well as lack of facilities/amenities. Water and the street vended juices, including the carbonated beverages, are frequently triggering sickness especially among the children. The potential bacteria, viruses and parasites residing within the different sources of waters and in a wide range of liquid products have long been investigated worldwide for the maintenance of public health sustainability. On the basis of previous literature and reports, the present review focused on the pathogenic microorganisms with particular emphasis on microbial status of water and the commonly available drinks consumed by the mass people in Bangladesh. The possible events applicable to ensure the microbiological quality is also discussed.
MORPHOLOGICAL AND IMMUNOPHENOTYPIC FEATURES OF SARCOMATOID RENAL CELL CARCINOMA
Authors: Osmanov Y. I. , Kogan E. A. , Demyashkin G. A. , Nugumanov R. G.
Published: August 2020

Sarcomatoid renal cell carcinoma is a relatively rare tumor and accounts for about 5% of allrenal cell carcinomas. The results of multivariate prognostic modeling show that the presence of sarcomatoid differentiation in renal cell carcinoma is an unfavorable predictor of the clinical course and underlying diseases. Objective - а comparative analysis of the expression of a number of proteins in carcinomatous and sarcomatoid components in various histological variants
of sarcomatoid renal cell carcinoma and an assessment of their diagnostic significance. Surgical specimens from 49 patients diagnosed with renal neoplasms were investigated. Paraffin sections were immunohistochemically examined using the standard protocol. Based on the morphological analysis and IHC studies, out of 49 neoplasms in 24 (49%) cases revealed morphoimmunohistochemical signs of clear cell renal cell carcinoma, in 9 (18%) neoplasms chromophobe renal cell carcinoma, in 8 (16%) samples -papillary renal cell carcinoma, in 1 (2%) collecting duct carcinoma and in 2 (4%) cases, unclassified renal cell carcinoma. In 4 (8%) samples tumor cells did not express specific markers of renal cell carcinoma and in additional immunophenotyping 2 (4%) cases of leiomyosarcoma and solitary fibrous tumor were diagnosed, respectively, and in 1 (2%) case – monophasic synovial sarcoma. There is a relationship between the number of sarcomatoid cells and the tumor stage in sarcomatoid renal cell carcinomas. It was found that the number of sarcomatoid cells in the stages of pT3-pT4 (n=28; 64%), in the majority of cases (n=27; 96%), was more than 50% of the entire tumor population.
Vesicles of Non-ionic Surfactants (Niosomes) and Drug Delivery Potential
Authors: Biswal Sudershan , Murthy P.N. , Sahu J , Sahoo P , F Amir
Published: August 2020

Vesicles prepared from self-assembly of hydrated non-ionic surfactants molecules are called niosomes. These types of vesicles were first reported in the cosmetic industries. Niosomes exhibit more chemical stability than liposomes (a phospholipids vesicle) as non-ionic surfactants are more stable than phospholipids. Non-ionic surfactants used in formation of niosomes are polyglyceryl alkyl ether, glucosyldialkyl ether, crown ether, polyoxyethylenealkyl ether, ester-linked surfactants, and steroid-linked surfactants and a spans, and tweens series. Niosomes preparation is affected by processes variables, nature of surfactants, and presence of membrane additives and nature of drug to be encapsulated. This review article presents an overview of theoretical concept of factors affecting niosome formation, techniques of noisome preparation, characterization of niosome, applications, limitations and market status of such delivery system.
Formulation and Evaluation of Salbutamol Sulphate Sublingual Films
Authors: Kumar Y Shravan , B Deepthi , M Mounika
Published: August 2020

Salbutamol is a short-acting, selective beta-2-adrenergic receptor agonist used in treatment of asthma and COPD. In the present work, sublingual films of Salbutamol sulphate were developed with a view to enhance the patient compliance and provide quick onset of action. Salbutamol has a bioavailability of 53 - 60%. The goal of the study was to formulate sublingual films of Salbutamol sulphate to achieve a better dissolution rate and further improving the bioavailability of the drug. Sublingual films prepared by solvent casting method using film forming polymers HPMC-E5, HPMC-E15 and Maltodextrin in different ratios. The prepared batches of films were evaluated for the drug content, weight variation, film thickness, disintegration time and in vitro dissolution studies. Among all, the formulation B1 containing HPMC-E15 with a drug: polymer ratio (1:6) was found to be the best formulation which showed 98.36% of the drug release within 15 minutes and disintegration time 18 sec. This study shows the viability of developing sublingual films of salbutamol.