bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Trial Factors Associated With Completion of Clinical Trials Evaluating AI: Retrospective Case-Control Study (Preprint)
Authors: Chen David , Cao Christian , Kloosterman Robert , Parsa Rod , Raman Srinivas
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND

Evaluation of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in clinical trials remains the gold standard for translation into clinical settings. However, design factors associated with successful trial completion and the common reasons for trial failure are unknown.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to compare trial design factors of complete and incomplete clinical trials testing AI tools. We conducted a case-control study of complete (n=485) and incomplete (n=51) clinical trials that evaluated AI as an intervention of ClinicalTrials.gov.

METHODS

Trial design factors, including area of clinical application, intended use population, and intended role of AI, were extracted. Trials that did not evaluate AI as an intervention and active trials were excluded. The assessed trial design factors related to AI interventions included the domain of clinical application related to organ systems; intended use population for patients or health care providers; and the role of AI for different applications in patient-facing clinical workflows, such as diagnosis, screening, and treatment. In addition, we also assessed general trial design factors including study type, allocation, intervention model, masking, age, sex, funder, continent, length of time, sample size, number of enrollment sites, and study start year. The main outcome was the completion of the clinical trial. Odds ratio (OR) and 95% CI values were calculated for all trial design factors using propensity-matched, multivariable logistic regression.

RESULTS

We queried ClinicalTrials.gov on December 23, 2023, using AI keywords to identify complete and incomplete trials testing AI technologies as a primary intervention, yielding 485 complete and 51 incomplete trials for inclusion in this study. Our nested propensity-matched, case-control results suggest that trials conducted in Europe were significantly associated with trial completion when compared with North American trials (OR 2.85, 95% CI 1.14-7.10; P=.03), and the trial sample size was positively associated with trial completion (OR 1.00, 95% CI 1.00-1.00; P=.02).

CONCLUSIONS

Our case-control study is one of the first to identify trial design factors associated with completion of AI trials and catalog study-reported reasons for AI trial failure. We observed that trial design factors positively associated with trial completion include trials conducted in Europe and sample size. Given the promising clinical use of AI tools in health care, our results suggest that future translational research should prioritize addressing the design factors of AI clinical trials associated with trial incompletion and common reasons for study failure.
Virtual Reality-Based Simulation for Nursing Practicum (Preprint)
Authors: Kim Geun Myun , Lim Ji Young , Kim Juhang
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND

The COVID-19 pandemic changed clinical practicum for nursing students, particularly in mental health nursing, due to infection risks leading to cancellations. To address this, online and VR simulations emerged as alternatives, appealing to digital-native preferences.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to evaluate a VR-based mental health nursing simulation program.

METHODS

Employing a non-equivalent control group pretest-posttest design, the study was conducted within nursing education institutions. Fifty-four fourth-grade nursing students, with theoretical knowledge but lacking clinical experience, participated after providing informed consent. The program, comprising six thematic modules simulating real-world scenarios, was assessed using repeated measures ANOVA.

RESULTS

The results indicated significant improvements in mental disease-related knowledge, learning flow, and satisfaction. The program effectively bridged the gap between theoretical and practical learning, boosting students' abilities and confidence in patient interaction and therapeutic nursing interventions.

CONCLUSIONS

The simulation education program served as an effective intermediary between theoretical learning and practical application, offering students a valuable educational space. By enhancing students' ability and confidence to engage with patients and deliver therapeutic nursing interventions, the program demonstrated its potential to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world clinical practice in mental health nursing.
Effect on Response Rates of Adding a QR Code to Patient Consent Forms for Qualitative Research in Patients With Cancer: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)
Authors: Wyse Rebecca , Forbes Erin , Norton Grace , Viana Da Silva Priscilla , Fakes Kristy , Johnston Sally Ann , Smith Stephen R , Zucca Alison
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND

The successful conduct of health and medical research is largely dependent on participant recruitment. Effective, yet inexpensive methods of increasing response rates for all types of research are required. QR codes are now commonplace, and despite having been extensively used to recruit study participants, a search of the literature failed to reveal any randomized trial investigating the effect of adding a QR code on qualitative research response rates.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to collect data on rates of response, consent, and decline among patients with cancer, and the average time taken to respond following randomization to receive either a QR code or no QR code on the patient consent form for a qualitative research study.

METHODS

This was a pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) embedded within a qualitative research study. In total, 40 eligible patients received a recruitment pack for the qualitative study, which included an information statement, a consent form, and an addressed, stamped envelope to return their consent form. Patients were randomized 1:1 to the control (standard recruitment pack only) or intervention group (standard recruitment pack including modified consent form with a QR code).

RESULTS

In total, 27 out of 40 patients (age: mean 63.0, SD 14.8 years; 45% female) responded to the consent form. A lower proportion of the QR code group (60%) responded (odd ratio [OR] 0.57, 95% CI 0.14-2.37; P=.44), compared to 75% of the standard recruitment group. However, a higher proportion of the QR group (35%) consented (OR 1.84, 95% CI 0.41-8.29; P=.43), compared to the standard recruitment group (20%). A lower proportion of the QR group (25%) declined (OR 0.34, 95% CI 0.09-1.38; P=.13) relative to the standard recruitment group (55%). The mean response time of the QR code group was 16 days (rate ratio [RR] 0.79, 95% CI 0.47-1.35; P=.39) compared to 19 days for the standard recruitment group. None of the age-adjusted analyses were statistically significant.

CONCLUSIONS

This underpowered pilot study did not find any evidence that offering an option to respond through a QR code on a patient consent form for a qualitative study increased the overall patient response rate (combined rate of consent and decline). However, there was a nonsignificant trend, indicating that more patients who received the QR code consented compared to those who did not receive the QR code. This study provides useful preliminary data on the potential impact of QR codes on patient response rates to invitations to participate in qualitative research and can be used to inform fully powered RCTs.

CLINICALTRIAL

OSF Registries 10.17605/OSF.IO/PJ25X; https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/PJ25X
Characterizations of reversible rings relating k-potents
Authors: Imdadul Hoque H. M. , Saikia Helen K.
Published: September 2024

This article embodies a ring theoretic property that preserves the reversibility at non zero k-potents. The structure of k-potents in k-reversible and pseudo k-reversible rings are studied in connection with various kinds of ring extensions. A ring R is said to be k-reversible if and only if ab ∈ K(R) for a,b ∈ R implies ab = ba; and a ring R is called pseudo k-reversible if 0 ̸= ab ∈ K(R) for a,b ∈ K(R) implies ab = ba, where K(R) is the set of all k-potents in R. It is proved that k-reversible rings are pseudo k-reversible but the converse is not true in general. Under certain conditions the polynomial rings of pseudo k-reversible inherit the character of pseudo k-reversible rings.
Homeomorphisms of the real line with singularities.
Authors: Geraldo Jean , Ruiz Leal Luis Bladismir , Muñoz Sergio
Published: September 2024

Given a real number a ≠ 0, we consider the set of homeomorphisms f: R\{0}→ R \{a} where{(x, y):x=0}is a vertical asymtote, {(x, y):y=a} is a horizontal asymtote and f is strictly increasing in each connected component (−∞,0) and (0,+∞). In this context, similar to circle homeomorphisms, all possible dynamics are shown. It is established the relationship between existence of periodic orbits and the limit sets. Also, whenever f−n(0) ≠a for all n ∈ N, then the non-existence of periodic orbits leads to a non-trivial limit set, which is either the whole line R or perfect and nowhere dense. It is shown a notion of separation of points that leads to transitivity
Edge geodetic fault tolerant domination number of a graph
Authors: Stalin D. , Johnson John
Published: September 2024

For  a  connected  graph  G  = (V, E),  a set  F⊆V is said to be an edge geodetic fault tolerant  dominating set  of G  if F  is  both edge geodetic set and  fault  tolerant  dominating  set  of G. The minimum  cardinality  of an edge geodetic fault tolerant  dominating  set of G is called the edge geodetic fault tolerant  domination  number of G and is denoted by γgeft(G). The  edge  geodetic  fault  tolerant domination number  of certain  classes  of graphs  are  determined. It  is shown that for each pair  of integers  3 ≤a < b, there  exists a connected  graph G such that γ(G) = a,  γge (G)= b and γgeft(G) = a + b-1, where γ(G), ge γ(G)  and  γgeft(G)   are  the  domination number,  edge geodetic  domination number and edge geodetic fault tolerant domination number of G respectively.
Falconí Trávez, Diego. Derecho y literatura en América Latina. Un análisis comparatista desde el género. Valencia: Tirant lo Blanch, 2023
Authors: Morin Flores Alba Nidia
Published: September 2024

RESEÑA DEL LIBRO:Falconí Trávez, Diego. Derecho y literatura en América Latina. Un análisis comparatista desde el género. Valencia: Tirant lo Blanch, 2023
Solving MADM Problems based on Matrix Games with a New Defuzzification Method for Triangular Intuitionistic Fuzzy Numbers
Authors: Nirmalsingh S. Samuel , Robinson P. John
Published: September 2024

Abstract: The paper discusses about a new defuzzification method called the Comprehensive Li-Samuel ranking for Triangular Intuitionistic Fuzzy Numbers (TrIFNs) which is improved from the Li-Samuel ranking method associated with membership function and Li-Samuel ranking method associated with non-membership function. The Comprehensive Li-Samuel ranking for TrIFNs is utilised to derive the weights for the Multiple Attribute Decision Making (MADM) problems under TrIFN. The MADM problem is solved based on two-person zero-sum game which is converted into a pair of LPP by using Comprehensive Li-Samuel ranking. The process of transforming decision matrix into a matrix game and deriving decision maker’s and attribute weights from the matrix game are discussed. Numerical illustration is given to justify the viability and effectiveness of the proposed method and comparisons are made with existing ranking methods. The comparison study reveals that the proposed method provides the best maximum optimal solution for the decision problem than the existing methods
The Impact of Tax Planning on the Investment Patterns of Salaried Individuals in Bengaluru City
Authors: C Mr. Chittibabu
Published: September 2024

This research examines the influence of tax planning on the investment behavior of salaried individuals in Bengaluru City. Tax planning, a vital aspect of financial management, helps individuals optimize their tax liabilities while guiding their investment choices. The study focuses on understanding how salaried professionals utilize tax-saving instruments under Indian tax laws, such as exemptions, deductions, and tax-benefit-linked investments. It aims to uncover whether tax planning strategies significantly affect the types and patterns of investments made by these individuals. The study is based on data collected from 100 salaried individuals from various professional and income backgrounds in Bengaluru. Using statistical tools such as Chi-square tests, ANOVA, and the Friedman test, the research explores correlations between tax-saving awareness and investment decisions. The results indicate that while basic tax-saving options, like Section 80C investments, are commonly used, there is a lack of understanding of more advanced tax planning strategies, which limits the optimization of tax-related investment opportunities. The findings suggest that tax planning plays a key role in shaping investment behavior, but the potential benefits are not fully realized due to gaps in financial knowledge. The study recommends increasing financial literacy and providing targeted advisory services to help salaried individuals make more informed investment decisions that align with their tax-saving goals.
Human Motion Recognition with Smartphone Data
Authors: G Akshara.
Published: September 2024

The Human Motion (Activity) Recognition (HAR) is significant as it can provide valuable insights into human activity patterns and behaviors, enabling the development of personalized and context-aware healthcare solutions. The use of smartphones in The Human Activity Recognition projects can facilitate the collection of real-world data over extended periods, leading to more ecologically valid and reliable activity recognition. This project proposes a Human Activity Recognition system that leverages Random Forests and Neural Networks to enhance accuracy in wearable and mobile technology. Utilizing the UHAR dataset from Kaggle, which includes sensor data for six activities— walking, climbing stairs, sitting, standing, and laying down—the system can accurately classify these activities. The benefits of this project include promoting health and fitness, assessing fall risks, encouraging ergonomic improvements, and analyzing sleep quality, thereby providing valuable insights into various aspects of health and well-being. By using Human Activity Recognition using smartphones with neural networks and random forest algorithm project can be valuable in various healthcare applications like monitoring patient activity levels, rehabilitation programs, and fall detection for elderly caring people.
Microwave Frequency Analysis of Dielectric Properties in Biological Tissues: Insights into Dielectric Constant, Conductivity, and Resistivity at 9.4 GHz
Authors: Maurya Dr. M. K.
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the dielectric properties of various biological tissues at microwave frequencies, specifically focusing on their dielectric constant, conductivity, resistivity, and loss tangent. Using methods such as Von Hippel’s and Yadav Gandhi’s techniques, the dielectric characteristics of heart, liver, brain, and muscle of chicken tissues were analysed at 9.4 GHz. It is found that tissues with higher water content exhibit greater dielectric constants and conductivities, while those with higher solid content, like liver, display higher resistivity. It has also been observed that tissues with lower dielectric constants and conductivities are those with greater absorption indices, which are typically associated with increased energy dissipation as heat. An increasing amount of energy dissipation may result from tissues with higher absorption rates being less effective at transferring microwave energy, as suggested by this inverse connection, which also emphasizes the complexity of electromagnetic wave interaction within tissues. This work provides critical insights into the interaction of electromagnetic waves with biological tissues, which is essential for applications in medical diagnostics, therapeutic technologies, and electromagnetic exposure safety standards.
Microbial Fuel Cells for Bioelectricity Generation: Current Innovations, Challenges, and Future Prospects
Authors: Kumar Shravan , Shenode Nakul Rajesh , Jeph Yashavant , Kudale Rasika
Published: September 2024

Abstract: Microbial Fuel Cells (MFCs) have emerged as a compelling technological advancement that utilizes microbial metabolic processes to produce electricity from organic waste substrates. This review examines the latest advancements, prevailing challenges, and prospective developments of MFCs in relation to renewable energy generation and ecological sustainability. MFCs present a dual benefit by facilitating wastewater treatment while concurrently generating bioelectricity, thereby rendering them appealing for decentralized energy frameworks and waste management strategies. Recent progress in the fields of genetic engineering and synthetic biology has culminated in the development of optimized microbial strains and improved biofilm stability, which significantly enhances the efficiency of electron transfer. Innovations in electrode materials, including carbon nanotubes and graphene, have further augmented the performance metrics of these systems. Nevertheless, obstacles persist in augmenting power output, minimizing material costs, and scaling MFCs for larger industrial applications. This review also elucidates the environmental and economic implications of MFCs, particularly their capacity to mitigate carbon emissions and generate financial savings in the domain of wastewater treatment. Lastly, we delineate future research trajectories, concentrating on synthetic biology, hybrid renewable systems, and commercialization strategies that will catalyze the scalability and wider acceptance of MFC technology. The prospects for MFCs are indeed promising, providing innovative solutions to the pressing global challenges of energy production and waste management.
The implementation of state's rights and obligations in outer space: is it equal?
Authors: Yusliwidaka Arnanda , Roisah Kholis , Setiyono Joko
Published: September 2024

The provisions of Outer Space Law govern a state's activities in outer space. The implementation of such activities needs advanced technology, which limits the ability of many countries to explore and exploit outer space. Data indicates that developed nations dominate outer space management, leaving countries without access to sophisticated technology unable to participate fully in space exploration and exploitation. This dominance triggers disparity between developed and developing countries, leading to unequal application of rights and obligations as outlined in Outer Space Law. While the law promotes international collaboration to address this issue, it does not explicitly require developed countries to involve developing nations in outer space activities. This study aims to refine the concept of international collaboration to ensure fair management and exploitation of outer space by all countries. This study is normative in nature, focusing on evolving the concept of international collaboration in outer space. Primary and secondary legal materials and non-legal sources were used as secondary data collected through a literature review and analysed qualitatively. The developed concept emphasises international cooperation and mutual assistance, proposing a framework for collaboration between developed and developing countries. This concept seeks to ensure equitable management of outer space. It reshapes the rights and obligations of states by encouraging all launching states to involve developing countries in space exploration and exploitation.
Phytochemical Estimation and Antioxidant Potential of Cinchona officinalis L. Stem Bark Extracts
Authors: Yadav Ravi , Sahu Manisha , Yadav Premkumar Kishan , Thakur Sonpal Singh , Rathi Jagdish
Published: September 2024

Stem bark of Cinchona sp. (Rubiaceae) is one of the well known drugs for its therapeutic values in traditional as well as modern medicine. Even though a lot of work has been carried out on quinoline alkaloids of Cinchona, its phenolic constituents received very little attention.  The aim of the present study was to evaluate in vitro antioxidant activities, qualitative and quantitative phytochemical analysis of Cinchona officinalis L (C. officinalis) stem bark collected from Bhopal region of Madhya Pradesh. Qualitative analysis of various phytochemical constituents and quantitative analysis of total phenolic content were determined by the well-known test protocol available in the literature. The in vitro antioxidant activity of aqueous extract of the stem bark was assessed against DPPH radical scavenging assay methods using standard protocols. Phytochemical analysis revealed the presence of, carbohydrates, flavonoids, diterpines, saponins, protein and phenols. The total phenolic content of aqueous stem bark extract of C. officinalis was found to be 0.548mg/100mg respectively. The activities of aqueous extracts against DPPH assay method were concentration dependent. The diverse array of phytochemicals present in the plant thus suggests its therapeutic potentials which may be explored in drug manufacturing industry as well as in traditional medicine.
Keywords: Cinchona officinalis L, Rubiaceae, Antioxidant activity, DPPH assay method.
Condensate Water Processing of Split-Unit Air Conditioning System on Commercial Building
Authors: Nasution Henry , Aubaidellah Nurul Hanim
Published: September 2024

This research investigates the feasibility and potential for water recovery from condensate produced by a split-unit air conditioning (AC) system in a commercial building, focusing on Scholar’s Inn UTM (SIUTM) in Johor, Malaysia. The study involves the collection and measurement of condensate water from 243 AC units under various operational conditions. The results indicate that the building can produce up to 4,781 liters of condensate per day, amounting to an annual total of approximately 1,721,160 liters. This significant volume highlights the potential for utilizing condensate as an alternative water source, especially in regions with similar hot and humid climates. Water quality analysis was conducted to evaluate the suitability of the condensate for various applications. The condensate water exhibited a pH of 7.17, Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) of 1.0 mg/L, and a copper (Cu) concentration of 1.1 mg/L. While these parameters indicate that the water is within acceptable ranges for non-potable uses, such as irrigation or cooling tower makeup water, the copper concentration slightly exceeds the standard for potable water, necessitating treatment such as reverse osmosis before consumption. The study’s findings underscore the environmental and economic benefits of condensate recovery, offering a sustainable solution to water scarcity issues in commercial buildings. By integrating condensate recovery systems, facilities can reduce their reliance on traditional water sources, contributing to broader water conservation efforts. Future research should explore the long-term viability and scalability of such systems in various building types and climates.
papel del Partido Socialista Popular en la conformación de la política cultural cubana post-revolucionaria
Authors: Garcés Marrero Roberto
Published: September 2024

El artículo está encaminado al análisis de cómo las ideas estéticas y políticas del Partido Socialista Popular cubano conformaron el núcleo y el ambiente nutricio de lo que sería la posterior política cultural revolucionaria. Los autores principales analizados aquí son Mirta Aguirre, Carlos Rafael Rodríguez y Juan Marinello, los teóricos más importantes de esta institución en términos estéticos. Sus ideas principales giraban en torno a la asunción del realismo socialista. Para esto propugnaban un arte nacionalista, popular y decolonizador.
Metabolomic Fingerprints of Medical Therapy Versus Bariatric Surgery in Patients With Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes: The STAMPEDE Trial
Authors: Axelrod Christopher L. , Hari Adithya , Dantas Wagner S. , Kashyap Sangeeta R. , Schauer Philip R. , Kirwan John P.
Published: September 2024

OBJECTIVE

Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and sleeve gastrectomy (SG) are effective procedures to treat and manage type 2 diabetes (T2D). However, the underlying metabolic adaptations that mediate improvements in glucose homeostasis remain largely elusive. The purpose of this study was to identify metabolic signatures associated with biochemical resolution of T2D after medical therapy (MT) or bariatric surgery.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

Plasma samples from 90 patients (age 49.9 ± 7.6 years; 57.7% female) randomly assigned to MT (n = 30), RYGB (n = 30), or SG (n = 30) were retrospectively subjected to untargeted metabolomic analysis using ultra performance liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry at baseline and 24 months of treatment. Phenotypic importance was determined by supervised machine learning. Associations between change in glucose homeostasis and circulating metabolites were assessed using a linear mixed effects model.

RESULTS

The circulating metabolome was dramatically remodeled after SG and RYGB, with largely overlapping signatures after MT. Compared with MT, SG and RYGB profoundly enhanced the concentration of metabolites associated with lipid and amino acid signaling, while limiting xenobiotic metabolites, a function of decreased medication use. Random forest analysis revealed 2-hydroxydecanoate as having selective importance to RYGB and as the most distinguishing feature between MT, SG, and RYGB. To this end, change in 2-hydroxydecanoate correlated with reductions in fasting glucose after RYGB but not SG or MT.

CONCLUSIONS

We identified a novel metabolomic fingerprint characterizing the longer-term adaptations to MT, RYGB, and SG. Notably, the metabolomic profiles of RYGB and SG procedures were distinct, indicating equivalent weight loss may be achieved by divergent effects on metabolism.
Metabolomic Fingerprints of Medical Therapy vs. Bariatric Surgery in Patients with Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes: The STAMPEDE Trial
Authors: L. Axelrod Christopher , Hari Adithya , S. Dantas Wagner , Kashyap Sangeeta , R. Schauer Philip , P. Kirwan John
Published: September 2024

OBJECTIVE

Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and sleeve gastrectomy (SG) are effective procedures to treat and manage type 2 diabetes (T2D). However, the underlying metabolic adaptations that mediate improvements in glucose homeostasis remain largely elusive. The purpose of this study was to identify metabolic signatures associated with biochemical resolution of T2D following medical therapy (MT) or bariatric surgery.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

Plasma samples from ninety patients (49.9±7.6 years, 57.7% female) randomly assigned to MT (n=30), RYGB (n=30) or SG (n=30) were retrospectively subjected to untargeted metabolomic analysis using UPLC-tandem mass spectrometry at baseline and 24 months of treatment. Phenotypic importance was determined by supervised machine learning. Associations between change in glucose homeostasis and circulating metabolites was assessed by a linear mixed effects model.

RESULTS

The circulating metabolome was dramatically remodeled after SG and RYGB, with largely overlapping signatures after MT. Compared to MT, SG and RYGB profoundly enhanced the concentration of metabolites associated with lipid and amino acid signaling, while limiting xenobiotic metabolites, a function of decreased medication usage. Random forest analysis revealed 2-hydroxydecanoate as having selective importance to RYGB and as the most distinguishing feature between MT, SG, and RYGB. To this end, change in 2-hydroxydecanoate correlated with reductions in fasting glucose after RYGB but not SG or MT.

CONCLUSIONS

We identified a novel metabolomic fingerprint characterizing the longer-term adaptations to MT, RYGB, and SG. Notably, the metabolomic profile of both RYGB and SG procedures were distinct, indicating equivalent weight loss may be achieved by divergent effects on metabolism.
An Unexpected Cause of Reversible Dementia in an Elderly Patient: A Giant Cell Arteritis Case Report
Authors: Ghiletchi Angela , Moniz Wendy , Costal Francisco , Barros Leonilde , Miranda Tiago , Cardadeiro Diogo , Ramos Diogo , Nazário Leão Rodrigo
Published: September 2024

Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) is the most common systemic vasculitis in individuals over the age of 50, typically presenting with cranial symptoms such as headache and visual disturbances. However, GCA can present atypically with neuropsychiatric symptoms, which can mimic dementia, making diagnosis challenging, particularly in elderly patients. Here, we present the case of a 101-year-old female with a history of temporal arteritis who developed behavioural changes, agitation, and visual hallucinations. Initially misdiagnosed as dementia and treated with antipsychotic medications, the patient’s symptoms worsened. Upon hospital admission, laboratory investigations revealed elevated inflammatory markers (ESR 65 mm/h, CRP 53 mg/L), prompting a trial of corticosteroid therapy (prednisolone 60 mg daily). The patient showed marked improvement in neuropsychiatric symptoms, confirming the diagnosis of GCA. This case highlights the importance of considering reversible causes of dementia, such as GCA, in elderly patients with cognitive decline, especially when inflammatory markers are elevated and a history of vasculitis is present. Early diagnosis and treatment with corticosteroids can lead to significant clinical recovery and prevent irreversible complications.
Perencanaan Strategis Pendidikan Agama Islam
Authors: Sakolan Sakolan
Published: September 2024

Dalam pendidikan Islam, analisis lingkungan internal dan eksternal merupakan langkah utama dalam menyusun rencana strategis. Perencanaan strategis umumnya terdiri dari tiga langkah: pengembangan strategi, pelaksanaan strategi, dan evaluasi strategi. Pengembangan strategi melibatkan pengembangan visi dan misi, mengidentifikasi peluang dan ancaman eksternal bagi organisasi, mengidentifikasi kekuatan dan kelemahan internal organisasi, menetapkan tujuan jangka panjang, merumuskan strategi alternatif, dan mengidentifikasi strategi khusus untuk diterapkan. Iklim dan lingkungan merupakan faktor penting dalam merumuskan tujuan organisasi, sehingga untuk meningkatkan suatu organisasi diperlukan semua informasi yang relevan untuk mencapai kualitas pendidikan tinggi. Sebuah organisasi dengan budaya organisasi yang baik berkembang lebih dari sebuah organisasi dengan budaya organisasi yang lemah. Analisis lingkungan internal dan eksternal yang mengintegrasikan budaya dan tugas pokok organisasi ini memerlukan proses pembelajaran yang melibatkan perubahan budaya dan pengembangan keterampilan transformasional di perguruan tinggi.
Evaluasi Manajemen Berbasis Sekolah Menggunakan Model CIPP di SD Negeri 020 Galang Kota Batam
Authors: Sabri Raja Muhammad , Darmana Ayi , Rumanta Maman
Published: September 2024

Pemerintah Indonesia melakukan upaya-upaya untuk meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan yang mana selama ini masih kurang. Untuk meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan dalam manajemen berbasis sekolah yang lebih baik dibutuhkan partisipasi masyarakat dalam pengambilan keputusan, mengawasi serta membantu sekolah dalam pengelolaan dan proses pembelajaran. Model yang dijadikan dasar evaluasi manajemen berbasis sekolah dalam penelitian ini adalah model CIPP. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengevaluasi: konteks, input, proses dan produk pada Manajemen Berbasis Sekolah. Penelitian ini melibatkan 153 orang, terdiri dari siswa-siswa kelas 4, 5, 6, guru dan wali murid di SD Negeri 020 Galang. Teknik pengumpulan data dengan menggunakan angket, wawancara, dan observasi. Item angket yang diberikan telah dianalisis validitas konstruk dan empirik. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa (1) evaluasi konteks persentase yang diperoleh 58,95% termasuk kedalam kategori cukup baik, (2) evaluasi input, persentase 40,30% termasuk dalam kategori kurang baik, (3) evaluasi proses, dengan persentase 34,91 % termasuk kedalam kategori kurang baik, (4) evaluasi produk, dengan persentase 45,96% termasuk dalam kategori cukup baik. Tetapi, secara keseluruhan masih belum maksimal. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa manajemen berbasis sekolah di SDN 020 Galang Kota Batam belum berjalan maksimal, terutama dari aspek input dan proses.
Analisis Peningkatan Kinerja Guru Melalui Reward di Sekolah Dasar Islam Raudhah BSD
Authors: Halimah Siti , Roniansyah Puput , Zainal Muttaqin Muchamad , Asy’ari Hasyim
Published: September 2024

This study aims to analyze the increase in teacher performance through rewards, this research uses qualitative research methods based on descriptive studies, data collection techniques for research using observation techniques, interviews, and document analysis. Teacher performance can be improved through the provision of rewards, at Raudhah Islamic Elementary School the rewards are in the form of Masters and Umrah scholarships, these rewards are given to employees who have served as permanent employees of the Foundation and are based on the selection results of the management team. Assessment of reward from three aspects of tenure, position, performance appraisal consists of performance, personality attitude and additional positions such as homeroom teacher and deputy principal of the school.
Manajemen Sumber Daya Manusia dalam Pengembangan Madrasah Berbasis Digital pada Madrasah Aliyah Negeri Lhokseumawe
Authors: Gusriani Ira , Salim Salabi Agus , Yuliza Yuliza
Published: September 2024

This study aims to analyze human resource management in the development of digital-based madrasahs at MAN Lhokseumawe and examine the obstacles faced by human resource management in the development of digital-based madrasahs at MAN Lhokseumawe. The method used in research is the case study approach or paradigm at MAN Lhokseumawe through interview, observation and documentation study techniques. The data analysis used by Mathew B. Miles' theory through the stages of data condensation, data presentation and conclusions. The subjects of the study are teachers and education personnel. The results of human resource management research in the development of digital-based madrasah are carried out by planning; identify the needs of teachers and education personnel planned in meetings attended by the head of the madrasah with the management team, implementation; training, seminars, workshops, application upgrades, and skills in the use of assets owned by schools JIBAS application and AKSIMAPEL application, evaluation; increased work motivation, supervision for teachers, reports and performance of education personnel, Wi-Fi networks, financing in the procurement of digital equipment, follow-up; deliberation and guidance in increasing work motivation, financing in the procurement of digital equipment, training plans, workshops and comparative studies according to HR needs. As for the obstacles faced in the title of human resource management in the development of digital madrasahs, namely in the form of performance motivation, adding Wi-Fi networks, financing in the procurement of digital support tools.
Efektifitas Manajemen Kesiswaan Melalui OSIM dalam Membentuk Karakter Disiplin Siswi
Authors: Ningsih Rahma Wati , Hamid Abdul , Ghufron Ghufron
Published: September 2024

This research aims to describe and analyze student management through osim in shaping the disciplined character of female students which was carried out at Madrasah Diniyah Darul Lughah Wal Karomah Kraksaan Probolinggo, East Java. This research is a qualitative descriptive study. This method is a type of research that describes aspects that form the context of the research. Monitor and present the actual situation that occurs in the field regarding student management at Madrasah Diniyah. The data analysis process is carried out by collecting data and simplifying it according to needs so that it becomes important points in the research, then the researcher analyzes the data by discarding data that is not needed. This research obtained data directly from the research subjects, namely the head of Madrasah Diniyah, head of Madin student affairs, and head of Osim. In the form of interview results, seeing the situation directly (observation), and documentation. The results of the research show that student management through osim is very effective in shaping the disciplined character of Madrasah Diniyah Darullughah Wal Karomah students. By carrying out routine planning, implementation and evaluation.
Technical Study of the Concept of Permanent Housing Relocation around the Palu Koro Fault after the 28 September 2018 Disaster
Authors: Andi Asnudin , Amar Akbar Ali , Dan Tutang Muhtar
Published: September 2024

The earthquake that struck Central Sulawesi on September 28, 2018, had a significant impact on Palu City, Donggala Regency, and Sigi Regency. The impact included a tsunami along the coast of Palu Bay and liquefaction in several areas, leading to extensive damage to infrastructure. As part of the post-disaster recovery efforts, permanent shelters (HUNTAP) are being constructed for the survivors. The purpose of this research is to perform a technical assessment of residential relocation based on risk factors that could lead to future disasters. The method involves descriptive analysis, including the following stages: (1) Reviewing literature from various journals, regulations, technical provisions, and related databases, and (2) identifying variables and criteria that could lead to disasters in areas designated for permanent residential relocation. The research results reveal several influential variables, as follows: (1) Potential for flooding, including: (a) high rainfall, (b) susceptibility to air infiltration, (c) risk of flash floods, (d) erosion of river basins, (e) sedimentation, (f) availability of adequate drainage system facilities; (2) risk of landslides is significantly influenced by: (a) shear angle, (b) pore water pressure, (c) slope gradient; (3) liquefaction indicators include (a) Groundwater level less than 10 meters, (b) sandy soil thickness less than 12 meters underground, (c) increased surface earthquake activity, (d) soil density; (4) tsunami risk is associated with several influential variables: (a) Shallow epicenter with a depth of less than 33 km (b) angle and type of fault, with thrust or thrust faults being the most dominant, (c) distance from the epicenter and location in the middle of the sea, (d) characteristics such as beach shape, open beach morphology, low surface slope, and seabed depth; (5) high current voltage is indicated by the distance and type of voltage capacity; and (6) airplane trajectories are influenced by runway distance and flight path.
Investigation and Characterization of Alkaloidic Compounds from Apium graveolens and Estimation of their Antibacterial Activity
Authors: Ahmed Jumana Najem , Abbas Tahreer Fadil , Al-Maliki Abbas Dawwas Matter
Published: September 2024

Apium graveolens is considered as one of traditional food plant spreading in various contries in the world and it has the excellent medical efficacy against diverse diseases. Three alkaloidic compounds were isolated,  separated. and charaeterized by using gaschromatography-mas spectroscopy analysis. Also the mixture if there active chemical compounds was tested qualitatively using Dragendroff  reagent Various concentrations are represented by 10, 25, 35, 50 and 65 mg ⁄ml were prepared from the alkaloidic  mixture They recorded different inhibition diameters values equal to 3 , 13 , 21 , 23  and 25 mm against growth of Staphylococcus bacteria. while the same concentrations showed inhibition values are represented by 11 , 21 , 23 , 25and 27 mm towards Bacillus subtillus bacteria. It was noticed that five alkaloidic compounds mixture was more effective against Bacillus subtillus than Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. As a result, the active alkaloids can be used as potent natural therapy for diverse diseases caused by these pathogenic bacteria .
Menyikapi Quarter Life Crisis dengan Critical Thinking Desposition di Tengah Pandemi Covid 19
Authors: Nafi'ah Eriza Choirotin
Published: September 2024

Quarter life crisis adalah sebuah istilah yang berkaitan dengan tahap perkembangan sosio emosional manusia. Masa pandemi Covid-19 seperti saat ini tidak hanya mengancam pada kesahatan fisik saja, akan tetapi juga pada kesehatan psikis seseorang Selain kecemasan akan tertular virus covid-19, individu yang sedang mengalami quarter life crisis menjadi semakin tertekan karena merasa permasalahannya semakin bertambah. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui peran critical thinking desposition dalam menghadapi quarter life crisis di tengah pandemi covid 19. Metode yang digunakan dalam kajian ini menggunakan metode atau pendekatan kepustakaan (library research). Hasil penelitian yang didapat adalah kecenderungan berpikir kritis dalam menghadapi quarter life crisis adalah dengan menerima kebenaran (truth-seeking), berpikiran terbuka (open-mindedness), kemampuan menganalisis (analyticity, percaya diri (self-confidence), keingintahuan intelektual (inquisitiveness), kematangan kognitif (maturity of judgement).
PENGARUH MANAJEMEN WAKTU TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR SISWA SEKOLAH MENENGAH ATAS
Authors: Haryadi Rudi , Fadhilah Siti
Published: September 2024

Manajemen dalam KBBI memiliki beberapa arti yaitu penggunaan sumberdaya secara efektif untuk mencapai sasaran, dan bisa juga diartikan sebagai pimpinan yang bertanggung jawab atas jalannya perusahaan dan organisasi. Sedangkan manajemen waktu merupakan sebuah cara untuk menyeimbangkan waktu untuk berbagai kegiatan ataupun aktivitas lainnya secara seimbang sehingga waktu yang digunakan menjadi efektif. Manajemen waktu sangat penting dalam pendidikan, karena sangat menentukan potensi-potensi yang kemungkinan terjadi, membiasakan diri untuk melakukan hal yang bermanfaat seperti belajar, dan lainnya. Salah satu faktor yang menentukan baiknya hasil sebuah usaha dalam belajar ialah berawal dari manajemen waktu yang baik. Setiap hari adalah hari yang baik, manajemen waktu juga disebut sebagai sebuah tindakan atau proses sebuah perencanaan.
Konseling Eksistensi Humanistik: Studi Kawruh Jiwa Ki Ageng Suryomentaram (Kandungan Nilai Tembang Uran Uran Begja: Studi Kawruh Jiwa Ki Ageng Suryomentaram)
Authors: Rizqi Ahmada , Hariastuti Retno Tri , Purwoko Budi , Zuhro Fathimatuz , Faishol Muhammad
Published: September 2024

Ki Ageng Suryomentaram menyusun ajaran kawruh jiwa tidak berdasarkan teori-teori yang abstrak, tetapi lebih mengedepankan hal-hal yang konkret. Menyentuh aspek interaksi kehidupan manusia dan sifatnya yang intersubjektif dan intrasubjektif serta pengujiannya didasarkan pada penghargaan rasanya. Dari kegiatan ini kemudian dibentuk suatu pendidikan sebagai gerakan moral yang bertujuan utuk menumbuhkan semangat kebangsaan dan kejiwaan para pemuda. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian analisis isi (content analysis). Dalam memberikan wejangannya, Ki Ageng menganalisis sifat- sifat buruknya sendiri, namun dengan cara tersebut Ki Ageng berhasil menyadarkan orang lain tentang kebaikan dan keburukan, tanpa menyebabkan orang lain merasa malu dianalisis. Dalam buku Uran Uran Begja terdapat kandungan nilai-nilai mengenai ajaran kawruh jiwa yang disampaikan dalam bentuk tembang-tembang. Berdasarkan analisis nilai kandungan yang terdapat pada ajaran kawruh jiwa ditemukan dua nilai yakni nilai ketekunan dan keberanian dalam mempelajari ajaran kawruh jiwa.
An Analysis of Politeness Strategies Used in Yes Day (2021) Movie
Authors: Putri Selina , Fitrawati Fitrawati
Published: September 2024

This research aimed to find out the politeness strategies used in Yes Day (2021) movie. The research used descriptive qualitative method. The source of data was the Yes Day movie that focused on the script of movie. The data were all of the requesting utterances that uttered by all of the characters of Yes Day movie. The data were analysed using Brown and Levinson (1987) politeness theory. The researcher found four types of politeness strategies; they are bald on-record, positive politeness, negative politeness, off record strategy, and no don’t do the FTA. The result of the research showed that bald on-record was the most appeared strategy in Yes Day movie. Meanwhile, off record strategy was the least used strategy in Yes Day movie.
Verbal Representation Analysis in Jasaraharja and Prudential Insurance TV Commercials
Authors: Veronita Nada , Hamzah Hamzah
Published: September 2024

Multimodality is a study that studies how a meaning is formed from different modes simultaneously both verbally and visually. In this study, we analyze the differences in meaning in verbal analysis on insurance advertisements for Jasaraharja and Prudential insurance advertisements. This study aims to find differences in the verbal meaning of the two insurance advertisements using the Systemic Functional Linguistics theory of Halliday and Manthiessen (2004). The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive method. The results showed that in Jasaraharaja advertisements, verbal use, both oral and written, was higher than in Prudential advertisements. The results showed that there were some differences in the two advertisements in using Systemic Functional Linguistics, namely the analysis of mental affective process, mental perceptive process, existential processes, exclamative, affect happiness, affect security, affect satisfaction, judgment social esteem negative, appreciation positive, negative appreciation, low probability, low high usuality high inclination, high obligation, conjunctive theme and wh-question theme. The differences are dominated by Jasaraharja insurance advertisements.
Systemic Racial in Stephen Adly Guirgis Play "Between Riverside and Crazy (2015)
Authors: Norazlin Norazlin , Havizh Muhd. Al-
Published: September 2024

This article is about the analysis of a play Between Riverside and Crazy (2015) by Stephen Adly Guirgis. The problem of this analysis focuses on the issue of Systemic Racial. Systemic racial reflects the gap between White Amricans and African Americans. The aim of this analysis to find out the form of Systemic racial and to what extend do in fictional devices. The analysis deals with Joe R. Feagin’s concept of oppression. The result of this analysis shows that the discrimination and oppression happened to African Americans that cause by White Americans.
The Lexical Comparison between Tanjung Bonai Aur Sub Dialect in Sijunjung and Standard Minangkabaunese
Authors: Wansyah Zara Afnar , Jufrizal Jufrizal
Published: September 2024

A lexical comparison is a comparison of dialects that may different lexicon, grammar and pronunciation. The aims of this study are (1) to find out the lexical similarities of between Tanjung Bonai Aur sub dialect and Standard Minangkabaunese (2) to find out the lexical differences between Tanjung Bonai Aur sub dialect and Standard Minangkabaunese. Type of this research was the descriptive techniques,it is likely to compare between Tanjung Bonai Aur sub dialect and Standard Minangkabau language to see how closely these dialects are related. In this research, elicitation techniques were used by the researcher to get information from informants. Then, the researcher used notebook and recorder as instruments. From the result of finding, it is clears that Tanjung Bonai Aur sub dialect has a very closely related with standard Minangkabau language, because one of the Minangkabau dialects is Tanjung Bonai Aur. The differences occur in vocabulary and pronunciation. There are five differences in Tanjung Bonai Aur sub dialect (1) phoneme /a/ becomes /o/ in first syllable, (2) phoneme /r/ becomes /w/ in the middle syllable, (3) phoneme /a/ changes into /əu/ at the end syllable, (4) phoneme /r/ becomes /ɰ/ in the middle syllable, (5) and full lexicon differences. The difference is caused by geographical factor.