bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pembuatan Tong Sampah sebagai Bentuk Kepedulian Lingkungan di Kelurahan Karangasem
Authors: Pusvitasari Ariningtyas , Najla Fathiyah An , Laela Kamiliyana Nur , Patandung Rosliana
Published: October 2024

Setiap kegiatan manusia akan menghasilkan buangan atau sampah. Permasalahan sampah menjadi momok pada pemerintah desa Karangasem. Padatnya penduduk akan mengakibatkan banyaknya buangan yang dihasilkan setelah melakukan aktivitas seperti aktivitas rumah tangga. Dalam menanggulangi permasalahan sampah, perlunya kesadaran masyarakat terkait sampah. Maka dari itu penulis serta tim pengabdian mengadakan kegiatan pembuatan tong sampah. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk menciptakan lingkungan hidup yang sehat, bahagia, dan sejahtera melalui pengelolaan sampah berbasis masyarakat di Desa Karangasem, Kecamatan Laweyan, Kota Surakarta. Kesehatan dan kebersihan lingkungan berhubungan erat dengan perilaku dan budaya masyarakat, selain itu kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kualitas hidup melalui penyediaan fasilitas pembuangan sampah yang memadai. Supaya tujuan dapat tercapai dengan maksimal, kegiatan ini dijalankan dengan metode yang terbagi menjadi tiga tahapan yaitu, tahap persiapan, tahap pelaksanaan dan tahap akhir. Hasil dari kegiatan ini adalah pembuatan dan penempatan bak sampah di lokasi yang telah disepakati, yang diharapkan dapat mengurangi dampak negatif dari sampah rumah tangga dan mendukung terciptanya lingkungan yang lebih bersih dan sehat. Program ini berjalan sesuai dengan rencana dan melibatkan partisipasi aktif dari masyarakat dan aparat desa.
Peningkatan Kesejahteraan Masyarakat melalui Budidaya Sayuran dengan Lahan Terbatas dan Teknologi Pertanian Ramah Lingkungan di Kelurahan Panjer, Kebumen
Authors: Suryandari Kartika Chrysti , Fadilla Faiza , Nugroho Robbi Rizqi , Antika Ristha Gheaza , Rosa Nabila De La , Nugroho Nasywa Anindya Puspita , Camalia Andhiena Rizka , Auranissa Nimasayu , Roudhoh Emmi Lutfiatur , Mariska Than Alien , Adillia Faathira
Published: October 2024

Lahan merupakan salah satu aspek penting dalam bidang pertanian. Tingginya tingkat kepadatan penduduk menyebabkan lahan pekarangan yang dimiliki oleh setiap rumah menjadi sangat terbatas.  Wilayah Desa Panjer, Kecamatan Kebumen, Kabupaten Kebumen merupakan salah satu wilayah semi-perkotaan dengan kepadatan penduduk yang cukup tinggi sehingga masyarakat desa ini memiliki lahan pekarangan yang terbatas. Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilakukan melalui kegiatan Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) UNS dengan tujuan untuk mengatasi hambatan yang muncul dari terbatasnya lahan pekarangan yang dimiliki oleh masyarakat Desa Panjer. Metode pengabdian masyarakat dilakukan melalui sosialisasi dan pelatihan tentang pemanfaatan lahan terbatas untuk budidaya tanaman sayur serta penerapan teknologi pertanian yang ramah lingkungan. Peserta dari kegiatan ini adalah perwakilan dari masing-masing RW di Desa Panjer serta beberapa tokoh masyarakat. Kegiatan yang dilakukan telah memberikan manfaat bagi peserta kegiatan melalui pengenalan dan pelatihan yang diberikan. Penggunaan teknologi pertanian yang ramah lingkungan juga diharapkan dapat meningkatkan kesadaran masyarakat akan pentingnya menjaga kelestarian lingkungan. Hasil kegiatan terlihat dari keaktifan peserta sosialisasi melalui sesi tanya jawab serta penerapan secara langsung dari ilmu yang didapatkan. Kegiatan ini telah berhasil memberikan hasil yang positif bagi masyarakat di Desa Panjer. Keberlanjutan program ini akan terus dipantau untuk memastikan manfaat yang dirasakan dapat bertahan dalam jangka panjang.
Sosialisasi Terkait dengan Ecoprinting di SD Negeri 31 Bengkalis
Authors: Azis Radja Sadam Al , Metalisa Rindi , Mukrim Muhammad , Dewi Eka Trisna , Shabira Malika , Pramesti Indah , Marni Sri , Fazeli Muhammad , Nusri Abela , Saputra Mardian Landika
Published: October 2024

Desa Damai merupakan desa yang terletak di Kecamatan Bengkalis, Kabupaten Bengkalis. Desa damai terbagi dalam 3 dusun yaitu dusun siandal, dusun antara dan dusun Sungai gelam, untuk SDN 31 Bengkalis terletak di Tengah desa damai yaitu berada di dusun antara. Ecoprint merupakan salah satu teknik pewarnaan kain yang saat ini sedang trendi kalangan pelaku usaha busana dan pengrajin tekstil. Tujuan kegiatan ini ialah menunjang kreatifitas peserta didik agar menjadikan bahan bahan alam menjadi hasil karya yang terbaik. Metode yang di gunakan dalam jurnal ini ialah metode sosialisasi seperti memaparkan cara mengelola dedaunan menjadi barang yang bernilai seperti eco printing ini. Hasil ini dirancang untuk menambah pengetahuan siswa terkait dengan cara penanganan sampah organik atau daun-daunan yang tidak terpakai dan bernilai seni dengan benar, sehingga menumbuhkan kreativitas mereka dan mendorong kreativitas di sekolah.
Optimalisasi Aspek Psikososial pada Lansia di Sekolah Lansia Wijayakusuma Ciomas Bogor
Authors: Meilasari Mila , Herawati Tin , Widajati Mumpuni Nugroho
Published: October 2024

Menurut Badan Pusat Statistik atau BPS 2023, persentase lansia di Indonesia mengalami peningkatan sebanyak 4 persen pada tahun 2010-2022, yaitu menjadi 11,75 persen. Proses menua merupakan sebuah perjalanan alamiah dalam kehidupan seseorang. Hal-hal yang bisa menganggu keseimbangan dan mengarahkan lansia ke penurunan yang progresif, salah satunya pada perkembangan psikososial.  Tujuan dari program ini untuk memberikan edukasi dan meningkatkan pengetahuan para lansia mengenai aspek psikososial, interaksi sosial dan manajemen stress. Program ini dilaksanakan dalam dua sesi edukasi melibatkan total 30 peserta lansia dari Sekolah Lansia Wijayakusuma Ciomas, Bogor.  Sesi pertama membahas edukasi aspek psikososial dan interaksi sosial pada lansia, kemudian sesi kedua membahas manajemen stress pada lansia. Peningkatan pengetahuan diukur menggunakan pre-test dan post test. Hasil kegiatan pada masing-masing materi yang diberikan menunjukkan bahwa terjadi peningkatan pengetahuan pada lansia yang ditunjukkan pada peningkatan skor lansia melalui pre-test dan post-test yang diberikan.
Pelatihan Penggunaan Amperemeter dan Voltmeter untuk Siswa SMAN 1 Tambelang Bekasi
Authors: Sagita Elsa , Ningsih Mardiana , Septiyani Nunik Dwi , Ermawati Imas Ratna
Published: October 2024

Pelatihan dilatarbelakangi data observasi hasil belajar peserta pada penggunaan alat ukur Amperemeter dan Voltmeter. Merespon hal itu maka diadakan pelatihan alat ukur listrik dengan tujuan meningkatkan pemahaman peserta agar dapat memperoleh hasil yang akurat. Pelatihan ini dilakukan di SMAN 1 Tambelang Bekasi Jawa Barat dengan jumlah peserta 34 orang yang dibagi menjadi 4 kelompok. Metode yang digunakan yaitu penyampaian materi, diskusi, praktik, dan evaluasi. Pelatihan ini mendapatkan hasil pemahaman rata-rata peserta pada kelompok 1 yaitu 84%, pada kelompok 2 yaitu 85%, kelompok 3 yaitu 83%, dan kelompok 4 yaitu 82%. Hal ini membuktikan pelatihan efektif meningkatkan pemahaman peserta dalam menggunakan alat ukur listrik Amperemeter dan Voltmeter.
Membangun Generasi Berkarakter di Era Digital melalui Kolaborasi Keluarga, Sekolah, dan Remaja Desa Ambal Ambil Pasuruan
Authors: Mujiwati Yuniar , Laili Innayatul , Sagita Risa Dewi , Rizqillah Rizqillah , Musyarofah Yuli Hidayatul
Published: October 2024

Pendidikan karakter merupakan  salah satu aspek yang sangat penting dalam menciptakan generasi bangsa yang unggul dan berbudi luhur. Banyaknya kasus perilaku negatif di kalangan remaja menunjukkan adanya krisis moral dan etika. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk  meningkatkan kemampuan masyarakat dalam upaya memperbaiki karakter dan moral pancasila sebagai bentuk penyebarluasan ilmu pengetahuan kepada masyarakat. Pengabdian ini berisikan kegiatan mulai dari sosialisasi, pendomonstrasian terkait dengan aplikasi yang dapat digunakan untuk mengontrol anak dalam bermain gadget, dan tentang permasalahan bulliying yang sering terjadi disekolah dan juga FGD betsama dengan remaja giat 45. Rangkaian kegiatan dalam pengabdian sebagai salah satu bentuk upaya untuk menyelesaikan permasalahan yang ada. Kegiatan pengabdian ini menggunakan metode persiapan, pelaksanaan, dan diakhiri dengan evalusi. Pengabdian ini dilakukan di Desa Ambal Ambil Kecamatan Kejayan Kabupaten Pasuruan. Sasarannya adalah ibu ibu PKK, anak sekolah dan juga para remaja Desa Ambal Ambil yang diberi nama GIAT 45. Setelah diadakannya pengadian kepada masyarakat Desa Ambal Ambil maka dapat diketahui bahwa upaya untuk memperbaiki karakter dan moral pancasila dibutuhkan peran baik dari orang tua, keluarga, dan juga lingkungan.
Pemanfaatan Aplikasi Google Forms untuk Pencegahan Wabah Penyakit Demam Berdarah di Permukiman RW 04 Kelurahan Kayuringin Jaya, Kota Bekasi, Jawa Barat
Authors: Situmorang Rahel , Fatimah Endrawati , Ramadhani Anindita , Taki Herika , Marendra Sheilla Megagupita Putri
Published: October 2024

Mewabahnya penyakit Demam Berdarah Dengue (DBD) antara lain disebabkan oleh kondisi rumah dan lingkungan yang tidak sehat. Pemerintah sejak tahun 2015 telah mencanangkan Gerakan Satu Rumah Satu Jumantik (G1R1J) dengan pemantauan mandiri dan sukarela pada jentik nyamuk Aedes aegypti di dalam dan sekitar rumah.  Sehubungan dengan itu, maka tujuan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ini adalah untuk untuk memperkenalkan aplikasi Google Forms dalam meningkatkan pemantauan jentik nyamuk dan mencegah penyebaran DBD di lingkungan padat penduduk serta memudahkan warga melakukan dan melaporkan hasil pemantauan jentik kepada Petugas Jumatik Kelurahan. Kegiatan penyuluhan dilaksanakan pada 20 Januari 2024 yang dihadiri oleh 40 peserta di Kantor RW 04, Kelurahan Kayuringin Jaya, Kota Bekasi. Evaluasi hasil penyuluhan menunjukkan bahwa pemahaman peserta dari sebelum penyuluhan (pretest 23,7% - 78.9%), meningkat setelah penyuluhan (post-test 71,7% - 98,9%). Pengenalan aplikasi Google Forms diikuti 19 peserta (45%) dan berhasil membuat, mengisi dan membuat laporan pemantauan. Kendala yang dihadapi adalah belum terbiasanya peserta lainnya dalam menggunakan aplikasi ini. Kader Jumantik menyatakan akan terus mensosialisasikan penggunaan kepada warganya dan mengusulkan kepada Puskesmas untuk menerapkan penggunaannya dalam lingkup wilayah pelayanannya karena menilai aplikasi ini efisien dan efektif untuk digunakan.
OBBLIGHI PER I DETENTORI DI EQUINI
Authors: Milini Vittorio , Maraschi Francesco
Published: October 2024

(ITA) Gli Autori descrivono gli obblighi e le responsabilità degli operatori che detengono equini, ai sensi del Regolamento UE di Sanità Animale.
(ENG) The Authors describe the obligations and responsibilities of operators who keep equines, pursuant to the EU Animal Health Regulation.
Microorganisms’ Growth Inhibition in Poultry Meat Using Bacillus spp.
Authors: Кolchyk Olena. V. , Borovuk Iryna V. , Buzun Andriy I. , Іllarionova Тetiana V. , Zazharska Nadiia M.
Published: October 2024

Meat processing enterprises are currently seeking ways to improve the efficiency of their operations. This study aimed to assess the presence of harmful microorganisms in poultry meat treated with a probiotic complex of Bacillus spp. bacteria during storage. Of the 2,516 meat samples collected from broiler chickens across six poultry processing enterprises in the Dnipropetrovsk region over three years, 1,845 samples tested positive for pathogens. Listeria spp. were isolated in 52.7% of meat samples, S. aureus in 28.7%, P. aeruginosa – in 6.9%, E. coli in 4.2%, and Salmonella spp. in 7.5%. The next stage of the study was the infection of 10 samples of poultry meat with pathogens of test cultures (Escherichia coli UNCSM - 007, Pseudomonas aeruginosa UNCSM - 012, Staphylococcus aureus UNCSM - 017, Listeria ivanovii UNCSM - 042, Salmonella Enteritidis UNCSM - 081), followed by aerosol treatment with a probiotic complex of Bacillus spp. (1.5×108 in ml (0.5 Mac Farland) administered at a dose of 1 ml per sample with daily registration of colony growth. Following pathogen contamination and a single aerosol treatment with the probiotic complex of Bacillus spp., the growth of E. coli and S. aureus was already suppressed on the second day of meat storage. The probiotic complex of Bacillus spp. was able to displace Salmonella Enteritidis on the third day and P. aeruginosa on day 4, but the growth of L. ivanovii could be observed only on day 5. The probiotic complex of Bacillus spp. formed visible biofilms from the five strains of microorganisms and remained viable for five days, forming a dense biofilm with a high accumulation rate of 4.73 D620. A distinctly noticeable ability to form microbial biofilms within three days was observed in planktonic forms of L. ivanovii up to 2.88 D620, followed by P. aeruginosa at 2.28 D620. Low biofilm density was observed for Salmonella Enteritidis (1.77 D620) and S. aureus (1.76 D620). The probiotic complex of bacteria of the genus Bacillus spp. shows potential for use in meat processing plants to prevent the growth of harmful microbial biofilms on meat products stored under refrigeration.
A new generalization of interval-valued Q-neutrosophic soft matrix and its applications
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Arts and Science, Amman Arab University, Amman, Jordan, Yousef Yousef ,   Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science and Health, Koya University, Danielle Mitterrand Boulevard, Koya KOY45, Kurdistan Region - F.R. Iraq,   Alryaiyna College of Science and Technecal, Alryaiyna west Mountain, Libya,   Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Education for Pure Sciences, University of Anbar, Ramadi, Anbar, Iraq; College of Pharmacy, National University of Science and Technology, Dhi Qar, Iraq, Hamadameen Abdulqader O. , Kh Nadia Abdalla , Al-Sharqi Faisal Al
Published: October 2024

Decision-making theory is an effective way to help the decision-maker take the right path to solve a problem. Among the applications of this theory is the medical field, i.e. allowing the decision maker (doctor) to analyze patient data and judge the result of this analysis as to whether the patient is infected or not. In this path and to enrich this theory with more flexible mathematical methods, we present in this work a more flexible expanded method for a previous concept called Interval-valued Q-neutrosophic soft matrix (IV-Q-NSM) as a new generalization of previous mathematical tools. These tools deal with the two-dimensional uncertainty issues that exist in many areas of life. Next, some ordinary algebraic properties and matrix operations have also been studied. After that, we present a new methodology for the decision-making (DM) selection problems in medical diagnoses.
Applications of Carbon Capture Technologies in Steel and Cement Industries
Authors: Qiu Zichen
Published: October 2024

As problems such as the increase in extreme weather, rising sea levels, and social inequality continue to sharpen with the intensifying climate change, changes are demanded. The cement and iron and steel industries are among the major spheres responsible for the rising global temperature. Carbon reduction methods cannot fully solve the problem and help these industries reach carbon-neutral emissions. Therefore, carbon capture (CC) technology is urgently needed. This article introduces the application of pre-combustion carbon capture (PreCCC), post-combustion carbon capture (PostCCC), and oxyfuel combustion carbon capture in the cement industry and the iron and steel industry. Research has shown that oxyfuel combustion is one of the most assuring pathways to reach carbon neutrality in cement plants since problems of temperature management can be solved by recycling part of the fuel gases, and its cost is relatively lower than the other methods. However, PostCCC is a better solution in the iron and steel industries. Although technological innovations in physical absorption and chemical absorption are still needed, PostCCC can mitigate a large portion of steel plants carbon footprint. Carbon capture intensity can be increased with further technological development in combining PostCCC and oxygen-rich combustion. The combination of different pathways may be a novel hypothesis, but it has a great possibility of alleviating the carbon emission of the industrial sector.
Research on UK Unemployment Rate Forecast Based on ARIMA Model
Authors: Yan Yikang
Published: October 2024

The objective of this study is to predict the unemployment rate in the UK and the Eurozone for the years 2014 to 2024 using the time series analysis model known as ARIMA. It is essential to be informed of changes to employment rates in order to address them and changes in the economic environment including historical occurrences such as Brexit, COVID-19, and shifts in the labor market. The ARIMA model was used because it fits non-stationary time series, which is a feature present in the employment rates of both time series. The monthly unemployment rates for each state were seasonally adjusted and the ARIMA parameters were estimated by the automatic method. The study observed that while the interior portion of the trading cycle was effectively predicted by the ARIMA model, it failed to do so for the short-term UK unemployment in the post-2023 period because of exogenous shocks. However, the model was equally successful in predicting a marginal contraction in unemployment rates in the Euro zone after 2023. By performing the Ljung-Box test, it was established that the residuals of the models were random and therefore, the models were fit. Accordingly, the results suggest that the estimates derived from the ARIMA model are beneficial in economic predictions, which helps governments to design better social security programs and other economic plans to address the changing employment landscape.
UCB and Thompson Sampling Algorithms in Long-Term Investing
Authors: Ge Yilin
Published: October 2024

In the rapidly evolving financial markets, traditional investment strategies are increasingly being replaced by advanced algorithms. Among these, the Upper Confidence Bound (UCB) and TS algorithms, which originate from the multi-armed bandit framework, have demonstrated significant potential across various sectors. This study utilizes historical stock data from companies during the period from 2019 to 2024 to evaluate the performance of these algorithms in long-term investment strategies. The research aims to identify how these algorithms manage investment risks and maximize returns under varying market conditions. The results reveal distinct behaviors of UCB and TS in the financial markets: UCB performs better in markets with lower volatility, while TS exhibits stronger adaptability in high-volatility environments, thereby enhancing potential returns. Through a detailed comparison of UCB and TS in long-term investment scenarios, this study provides valuable insights into the strategic application of these algorithms. It offers investment strategy guidance for investors and financial strategists and supplies effective information for economic decision-making in relevant fields.
A Strategy for Advertisement Placement based on the Multi-Armed Tiger Problem
Authors: Zhao Yibo
Published: October 2024

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of using Multi armed bandit model, which contains -greedy, Upper Confidence Bound (UCB), and Thompson sampling algorithms, to optimize online advertisement placement. Through simulating different types of ad placements using different algorithms and comparing them, this paper intends to demonstrate the feasibility of the Multi-Armed Robber model for the ad placement problem. The results show that the multi-armed bandit model can improve the ad click rate compared with the traditional ad placement strategy. Thompson sampling algorithm outperforms the -greedy algorithm and UCB algorithm in this paper's experiments, which can better balance exploration and application and reduce regret. The algorithm provides a more efficient method of allocating ad resources. These findings provide new insights into the field of digital marketing and may have an impact on the development of actual ad placement strategies.
A Method for Teaching Biostatisticians to Write and Critique Specific Aims
Authors: Troy Jesse D. , Samsa Gregory P. , Neely Megan L. , Grambow Steven C. , Peskoe Sarah , Slade Emily , Pomann Gina-Maria
Published: October 2024

This article describes the design of a single instructional module on writing and critiquing the Specific Aims (SA) section of a grant proposal for a biomedical research study. It begins by discussing the goals and learning objectives for the module. Then, it discusses the typical structure of a SA section to orient readers to the core content. This method is rooted in using an established framework for scientific writing, which is presented in brief, along with examples of how it applies to writing the SA section. Then, the structure of the instructional module is described, including the exercises for participants. Finally, the utility of this approach for teaching an otherwise difficult-to-teach competency is discussed, as well as how this approach might be extended to similar pedagogic tasks.
Microfacies Analysis and Depositional Model for the Black River -Trenton Carbonates (Ordovician) of Southern Ontario, Canada
Authors: Muftah El Gadi
Published: October 2024

This study documents the detailed microfacies depositional environment of the Ordovician Black River and Trenton limestone Groups in Lake Simcoe area of southern Ontario, resting unconformably on Precambrian basement. Local Precambrian 'highs' complicate the overall facies pattern and lithofacies patterns define local shoal, intershoal and basinal environments. Detailed microfacies and facies analysis in large quarries in the Lake Simcoe area are used to infer various carbonate environments by comparison with analogous modern and ancient ramps. Fifteen microfacies are grouped into six microfacies associations based on composition, grain size and texture. Relative energy levels, and depositional environments for these are then inferred. These environments resemble the Recent Arabian Shelf of the Persian Gulf for the Black River Group, and the Recent West Florida Shelf for the Trenton, though other Recent ramps like South Australia are also comparable. The vertical arrangement of facie\s in the Lake Simcoe area forms repetitive cycles, which can then be traced laterally into adjacent areas, complicated by the effects of sea-floor topography and possibly by synsedimentary faulting.
Cultivating Critical Thinking Skill in Industry Revolution 4.0 Through Debating Strategy: An Action Research Based on Reflective Research
Authors: Yumelking Marselus , Sina Maria Wisendy
Published: October 2024

The gap in this research is that students are never stimulated with contrastive activities using debate, so the solution is to apply debate activities in the speaking class. This type of research is Classroom Action Research. This study uses purposive sampling with a homogenous sampling method. Data were collected using debate techniques as test results and observation and interview techniques as process results. The findings of this study are that the results of the critical thinking skills test have increased to 88.5%. The test result data is supported by observation results and field notes. students can create solutions to these problems. Students listen to their opponents' ideas and are able to refute every issue that is debated. In addition, the results of field records support the results of the critical thinking test. The majority, students can actively participate during debates. They can speak and criticize their opponents' opinions. They actively refute the ideas conveyed by the opponents. The global implications of this study are the impact of debate strategies on critical thinking, language skills, psychology, learning and time management
Exploring Prevalence and Contributing Risk Factors of Repeat Breeding Syndrome of Crossbred Dairy Cows in Bangladesh
Authors: Mitra Shuvojit , Dutta Amitush , Uddin AHM
Published: October 2024

The dairy sector suffers significant financial losses due to repeat breeding syndrome (RBS), a significant reproductive disease in dairy cattle. For a very long time, repeat breeding has been regarded as one of the most critical reproductive issues in cattle. The objective of this study is to investigate the frequency and identify the risk factors related to repeat breeding in dairy cows in the Bogura district of Bangladesh. Additionally, the study aims to assess the influence of repeat breeding on reproductive performance in this population. This study collected indigenous and crossbred 179 cow's data using a pre-structured questionnaire. The cows that needed more than three consecutive inseminations to conceive were considered repeat breeders, and those that needed ≤3 inseminations were regular cyclic cows. The incidence rate of RBS in this study was 33.50%. In BCS 2.5 to 3.0, the incidence rate was significantly higher (58.30%) in repeat breeders than in others. Cows with < 5-litre average daily milk production and reared in intensive farming systems with moderate to poor levels of hygienic management have a significant (p<0.005) effect of repeat breeding syndrome. Different reproductive diseases have a significant (p<0.001) effect on the conception rate of cows. Stillbirth (77.87%) followed by fetal death (76.47%) were recorded as major reproductive obstacles in repeat breeding, whereas pyometra (71.43%), followed by abortion (66.67%), dystocia (70.00%) and endometritis (57.14%) were the major recorded complications in repeat breeders. The rate of conception would go up if cows had optimal BCS, good hygiene and management practices were used, and farmers were trained on how to manage cattle reproduction. This would lower the repeat breeding syndrome.
An interesting case of acute heart failure: peripartum cardiomyopathy
Authors: Koulouris Efstathios , Sdogkos Evangelos , Georgakopoulos Aggelos , Spahiu Anila , Vogiatzis Ioannis
Published: October 2024

An interesting case of acute heart failure, which was caused by peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM), is reported. A 29-year-old woman complained of shortness of breath and bilateral peripheral edema with progressive deterioration in the last 7 days after her second childbirth. The electrocardiogram showed sinus tachycardia with no acute ST-segment changes. Transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) revealed diffuse left ventricular wall hypokinesis with increased dimensions, an ejection fraction (E.F.) of 30% and moderate mitral and tricuspid regurgitations. Coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) was performed, where no narrowing of the coronary arteries or pulmonary embolism (PE) was observed. Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was recommended which showed an image compatible with PPCM.
Conclusion: Peripartum cardiomyopathy is a rare but serious complication of pregnancy and TTE is important for the diagnosis.
Elephantiasis gingivae: A report of a rare clinical presentation
Authors: Abubakar Mohammad , Bala Mujtaba , Bawa Anas
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Elephantiasis Gingivae otherwise known as Heriditary gingival fibromatosis, Idiopathic gingival fibromatosis, is a very rare clinical condition characterized by local or diffuse enlargement of the gingiva. It is usually benign, painless, slow in growth, fibrous and may involve marginal gingiva, attached gingiva and interdental papilla. The gingiva tissue appears normal in color, non-hemorrhagic, firm and has a characteristic “pebbled” appearance with accentuation of its stippling.
Case presentation: This report aimed to present a case of a 14years old girl who presented with a complaint of gingival swelling for a period of four years. There was no history of similar swelling in the family, no prior drug history of significance. The patient was totally dependent of semisolid and liquid diet as the teeth were embedded in the gingiva. Esthetics was the primary concern of the patient despite the fact that there was difficulty in taking solid food. Gingivectomy was done under general anesthesia.
Conclusion: Surgical approach under general anesthesia may be considered when the size and posterior extent of the gingival swelling are enormous to avoid incomplete surgical excision which may contribute to early recurrence.
Limitation:
The long term success of the intervention could not be ascertained as the patient was lost to follow-up after one month.
Coronary-Cameral Fistula – An unexpected finding surprising the cath-lab team
Authors: Kasmeridis Charalambos , Papadopoulos Antonios , Sdogkos Evangelos , Vogiatzis Ioannis
Published: October 2024

Coronary artery fistulas (CAFs) are rare coronary anomalies, congenital or acquired, usually asymptomatic, diagnosed incidentally with cardiac imaging. The case of a patient who initially was suspected for a coronary atherosclerotic disease is described. However, an unexpected finding presented by the performed coronary angiography, surprisingly led to a different diagnosis. A caramel fistula connecting the first diagonal coronary artery (D1) and the left ventricle. The patient was finally referred for surgery.
Simulation of excess lifetime cancer risk due to the presence of radon in groundwater in Wamba town of Wamba local government area, Nasarawa state, Nigeria
Authors: Madaki Abubakar , Hamza Abdulkarim , Aliyu Sadiq , Ari Jamilu
Published: October 2024

The measurements of Radon concentration in ten groundwater (4-wells and 6-boreholes) from Wamba town of Wamba Local Government Area of Nigeria had been carried out. The annual effective dose (AED) and the Excess Lifetime Cancer Risk (ELCR) due to ingestion of the groundwater was established to ascertain the risk outcome from the samples. Radon concentration was detected using RAD7. The minimum Radon concentration was 0.146 Bql-1 while the maximum was 0.474 Bql-1 with mean average of 0.3134 Bql-1 which are within the United States Environmental Protection Agencies (USEPA) 11.1 Bq/L recommendation. Moreso, the maximum and minimum Annual Effective Dose (AEDing) was 3.5×10^(-6) and 1.10×10^(-6) Sv/yr which are also within the 0.1 mSv/yr World Health Organization (WHO) recommendation, while the maximum and minimum Excess Lifetime Cancer Risk (ELCR) was 1.44×10^(-5) and 4.50×10^(-6) respectively. Cumulative probability simulation of the Excess Lifetime Cancer Risk (ELCR) was carried out using Oracle Crystal Ball software validated by 10 and 90% percentiles. Comparison of all the results with the European Union (EU)/World Health Organization (WHO) value of 500 Bq/L recommendation revealed that all the samples analyzed have Radon concentration below the recommended limit. The average mean Radon concentration in the ten locations from Wamba Town are within the recommended levels as confirmed by the simulation results. At 10% Probability, the highest risk was found in Event center (1.26×10^(-5)) while the lowest was found in the water sample collected from Angwan dalatu (1.05×10^(-6)) while at 90% probability the highest (1.62×10^(-5)) and lowest (1.37×10^(-6)) risk was found in the same Events center and Angwan dalatu. Though there is variation in the results based on locations which means that the concentration of Radon gas depends on the geological nature of the bedrock and generally increases with the uranium concentration in the local geology. The Excess Lifetime Cancer Risk (ELCR) dose results are far lower than the UNSCEAR (United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiations) recommended maximum contamination level of 0.003875. Therefore, no indication of any likelihood of cancer incidence as a result of waterborne radon within the studied community that may demand urgent intervention from radiological point of view.
Consequence modeling and analysis of ethanol leakage from storage tank using the ALOHA program
Authors: Doğan Sinan , Ensari Özay Müge
Published: October 2024

Chemical spills pose a significant threat to the safety of people living nearby, as well as to air quality and occupational safety. Therefore, preventing chemical spills has become a key issue in environmental protection and process safety. This study aims to evaluate the effects of ethanol released from a tank at a chemical plant in Istanbul, Türkiye. The Areal Location of Hazardous Atmospheres model (ALOHA) version 5.4.7 estimates the storage tank's leakage radius and spread risk under three scenarios. ALOHA can assess the area affected by chemical hazards. The model shows that if the spill occurs 10 centimeters from the base of the tank, the toxic concentration of ethanol exceeds the Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) threshold (i.e., 3300 parts per million) at a distance of 31 meters from the place of release. In addition, when the ethanol concentration exceeds 60% of the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) (i.e., 19800 parts per million), the flammable vapor cloud extends up to 31 meters from the place of release. For a Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion (BLEVE), the mass of the fireball is assumed to be 100%, resulting in the worst possible scenario. During BLEVE, it is estimated that the fireball's diameter and time duration, determined by the amount of Ethanol present, would be 141 meters and 10 seconds, respectively. The results show that the thermal radiation effects caused by Ethanol BLEVE are extremely dangerous.
Фінансовий механізм управління проєктами в умовах цифровізації
Authors: Богоявленська Ю. В. , Конончук Д. Є. , Лазарев Л. Д.
Published: October 2024

Вплив цифровізації на систему фінансового проєктного управління надзвичайно великий і значний для сучасних підприємств. Автоматизація та оптимізація фінансових процесів реалізується завдяки використанню цифрових інструментів. Це дозволяє ефективно керувати витратами, моніторити фінансовий стан проєктів та швидше реагувати на зміни. Крім того, цифрові технології дозволяють покращити точність та надійність фінансової звітності, що є критичним аспектом для прийняття управлінських рішень. Також варто відзначити, що цифрові інструменти сприяють підвищенню прозорості та доступності фінансової інформації для всіх зацікавлених сторін, що сприяє підвищенню довіри та залученню інвесторів. У цілому, цифровізація реформує підходи до управління фінансами проєктів, створюючи нові можливості для ефективного управління та досягнення стратегічних цілей. У статті досліджено можливості використання цифрових технологій для розвитку фінансового механізму управління проєктами. Доведено, що фінансовий механізм управління проєктами є ключовою складовою системи управління, яка визначає способи та засоби фінансового забезпечення проєктування, реалізації та контролю проєктних ініціатив. Обґрунтовано, що процес цифровізації в контексті проєктного управління включає в себе ряд ключових аспектів, таких як: комплексний аналіз потреб і можливостей цифровізації; вибір відповідних цифрових рішень; впровадження ІТ-технологій; оптимізація та постійне вдосконалення; забезпечення кібербезпеки та захисту даних. Узагальнено ключові чинники впливу процесу цифровізації на функціонування фінансового механізму управління проєктами. Встановлено позитивні наслідки від впровадження фінансового механізму управління проєктами з використанням цифрових технологій на підприємствах. Визначено етапи процесу цифровізації фінансового механізму управління проєктами на підприємствах.
The Effectiveness of Combining the Information Gap Strategy and Random Stimulation in Developing Geographical Concepts and Visual Thinking Skills Among Third-Year Middle School Female Students
Authors: Al-Degeell Safia
Published: October 2024

The study was to identify the effectiveness of blending my strategy information gap and random excitement in the development of geographical concepts and optical thinking skills, the problem was identified in the following question: What is the effectiveness of blending my strategy information gap and random excitement in development geographical concepts and optical thinking skills for third-year middle school students? The semi-experimental approach was used with tribal / post-design on a sample of (62) female students third-year middle school students, they were randomly selected, as was the preparation of tools for data collection in the directory of the selected unit, and list for geographical concepts and optical thinking skills, and my test one of them for geographical concepts and the other optical thinking skills. Their validity and reliability were tested, after the experiment is over the data has been analyzed, the results of the study reached effectiveness to use blending my strategy information gap and random excitement in development geographical concepts and optical thinking skills for the experimental group.
Effect of the Discussion Method on the Achievement of Islamic Studies Students in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria
Authors: Jamiu Abdur-Rafiu
Published: October 2024

The role of instructional methods in teaching and learning could not be undermined. The methods adopted in teaching situation has been stressed over the years, to be among the factors determining students’ academic achievement in school subjects. Thus, this study was carried out with a view to examine the effect of discussion teaching method on senior secondary school students’ achievement in Islamic studies in Oyo State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study examined: a. differences in the achievement in Islamic studies of secondary school students exposed to discussion and conventional methods. b. the effect of gender on the achievement of secondary school students taught Islamic studies using discussion. The study employed quasi-experimental pre-test, post-test, non-randomised control group design. This made use of 2x2 factorial matrixes. quasi-experimental design and the population involved the students offering Islamic Studies in Senior Secondary Schools in the study areas. Purposive sampling technique was adopted in selecting the population of the study. Islamic Studies Achievement Test (ISAT) and Instructional Guide on Islamic Studies Teaching (IGIST) served as the instruments for data collection. The sample for the study consisted 55 students (29 males and 26 females) exposed to discussion (experimental group) and the control group of 48 students (23 males and 25 females). The students' scores were analysed using mean scores, standard deviation, t-test and Analysis of variance (ANOVA) statistics. The findings of the study showed that: 1. Students’ achievement in Islamic Studies was improved when exposed to discussion method. 2. There is significant difference in the achievement in Islamic studies of secondary school students exposed to discussion and conventional methods 3. Gender has no effect on the achievement of Islamic Studies students when exposed to discussion method. In line with the findings of the study, it is recommended that discussion method be adopted and encouraged in teaching Islamic Studies. There is need for making teaching-learning of Islamic Studies student-centred so as to improve teaching-learning process. There is need for the writing and production of Islamic Studies textbooks that would conform to the use of discussion method.
Constructing A Comprehensive Self-Scale among Jordanian Universities Students
Authors: Atoum Adnan , Adamat Omar , Al-Shraifin Nedal
Published: October 2024

This Study aimed at constructing the self-scale for university students. To achieve the objectives of the study a preliminary Likert Scale of (127) items was Constructed. The Scale was administered to an convenience sample consisting of (753) male and female students. The results of the exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis showed that (48) items fit the measurement model suggested, which consists of eight factors: positive self-concept, self-esteem, self-efficacy, self-worth, self-regulation, self-actualization and acceptance, self-management, and self-monitoring. The results indicated that it finds form exemplifies Suitable Psychometric Properties. A reliability coefficient of the internal consistency of the scale using Cronbach's alpha equation was (0.95). The Scale also has Several Validity indicators. The results showed that the measurement invariance (configural, metric, scalar) verification across gender and the faculty was at the same level of confidence and credibility.
Comparison of using Words with Pictures and Words alone with Simultaneous Prompting to Teach Sight-Word Reading to Students with Mild Intellectual Disability
Authors: Aldosiry Norah , Almawash Amjad , Alshalawi Meshael , Binomran Nada , Alrasheed Dareen
Published: October 2024

This study compares the effectiveness and efficiency of using words with pictures and words alone with simultaneous prompting (SP) to teach sight word reading to four students, 8 to 11 years of age, with mild intellectual disabilities (ID). An adapted alternating treatment design was used to assess the two methods. The results suggest that both procedures were equally effective. Maintenance data showed that all students were able to maintain the acquired skills through the two teaching procedures, although words with picture resulted in a slightly higher maintenance level. words with pictures were more efficient according to four efficiency measures. All participants learned the words in fewer sessions and trials, made less errors, and needed less instructional time when they were presented with pictures rather than alone. Although pictures do assist in sight word acquisition, participant were unable to read all words in the absence of the picture. This finding is consistent with the phenomenon of overshadowing (pictures can be extra stimulus prompt where it distracts the learner's attention from the word) and blocking effect where the learner associates the spoken word with the picture and not with the written word.
The Psychometric Properties of the Sociomoral Reflection Measure-Short Form Objective (SRM-SFO) in Kuwait
Authors: Munther Norah , Gadelrab Hesham
Published: October 2024

This study aimed to validate the psychometric properties of the Sociomoral Reflection Measure - Short Form Objective (SRM-SFO) in Kuwait. The participants were 218 Kuwait University students, 64 males, and 154 females, with an average age 23.70 years and a standard deviation of 6.01. The researchers validated the psychometric efficiency of the study scale. This study showed a high internal consistency stability coefficient using Cronbach's alpha method (0.89). It also appeared that the correlation coefficients Between each item and the total score of the scale were mostly high and significant. There were significant differences in the average’s degrees of apparent aggression due to the two levels of moral thinking (mature and immature) in the direction of the level of immature moral thinking. The results also showed significant differences between males and females in the percentage of individuals at the fourth level of moral thinking for females. This indicates the psychometric efficiency of the Measure (SRM-SFO) in Kuwaiti society.
Exploring the Effectiveness of Employing some E-Learning Strategies to Enhance Motivation in K-12 Education from Teachers’ Perspective
Authors: Alsultan Hissah , Alabbasi Daniah
Published: October 2024

The study aimed to investigate the reality of employing e-learning strategies that are known from previous literature to enhance students’ motivation and explore their motivating effect from the teachers’ point of view. Also, it aimed to find out the extent of the association of employing these strategies in increasing the motivation of students. To achieve these goals, the researcher used the descriptive approach, and a questionnaire was used to collect the data. The study sample consisted of (1008) of K-12 teachers who practiced e-learning. Results showed that a large percentage of male and female teachers strongly agreed that they actually employ e-learning strategies to enhance student’s motivation in the K-12 level, with a mean of (4.26). Moreover, a large percentage of teachers also strongly agree that there is a correlation between e-learning strategies and increased motivation among students with a mean of (4.46). Based on the results of the current study, the researcher recommends to develop and employ e-learning strategies to increase students’ motivation.
Differences between Porn Addicts and Non-Addicts in Fatigue Symptoms and Body Image Distortion among University Students
Authors: Hajjaj Abd Elmotaleb
Published: October 2024

This research aimed to identify differences between porn addicts and non-addicts in fatigue symptoms and body image distortion among university students, and to study the association of pornography use with fatigue symptoms and body image, and to identify the extent of the impact of some variables that include (age, marital status, gender, economic level) on level of pornography use. A cross-sectional web-based survey was designed and completed by 604 male and female students from Kuwait University, between January 13 and April 10, 2020. participants completed three self-reported scales. The scales included Body Image Scale (BIS), Multidimensional Fatigue Scale (MFS) and Pornography Addiction Questionnaire. The results reveal that Porn addicts suffer more from general, emotional, physical and behavioral fatigue and distorted body image compared to non-addicts. Body image distortion, general fatigue and physical fatigue were more closely related to pornography use among participants. These results also indicate that singles, males, high-income people and participants who aged less than 25 years had a higher level of pornography use compared the other groups.
Optimalisasi probity audit untuk mencegah korupsi dan meningkatkan akuntabilitas pengadaan barang/jasa di Indonesia
Authors: Yunaniah Luk Luatun , Firmansyah Amrie
Published: October 2024

Pengadaan Barang/Jasa (PBJ) memainkan peran vital dalam pembangunan ekonomi di Indonesia, namun sektor ini sangat rentan terhadap praktik korupsi. Berdasarkan laporan Komisi Pemberantasan Korupsi (KPK), sebanyak 331 kasus korupsi di sektor PBJ telah terjadi sepanjang 2004-2023. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menilai peran Aparat Pengawasan Intern Pemerintah (APIP) dalam pengawasan PBJ, khususnya melalui penggunaan Probity Audit sebagai sistem peringatan dini (Early Warning System) untuk mendeteksi potensi penyimpangan dan mencegah korupsi. Dengan pendekatan scoping review, penelitian ini mengeksplorasi kelemahan dalam pelaksanaan pengawasan PBJ, yang mencakup keterbatasan sumber daya manusia, kurangnya dukungan kebijakan, dan rendahnya pemanfaatan teknologi dalam proses pengawasan. Hasil studi menunjukkan bahwa Probity Audit memiliki potensi signifikan untuk mencegah praktik korupsi, namun pelaksanaannya masih terkendala oleh berbagai faktor. Oleh karena itu, peningkatan kompetensi auditor melalui pelatihan intensif, alokasi anggaran yang lebih memadai, dan integrasi teknologi dalam pengawasan untuk memperkuat efektivitas audit. Studi ini diharapkan dapat menjadi landasan bagi pemerintah dalam menyusun kebijakan yang lebih efektif untuk meningkatkan akuntabilitas dan transparansi dalam pengadaan barang/jasa, guna menciptakan lingkungan yang bebas dari korupsi dan mendukung tata kelola pemerintahan yang baik.