bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Think-aloud usability testing of an app to increase physical activity
Authors: Fischer Tillmann , Reinhardt Gesine , Stumpf Paul , Schwarz Peter E.H. , Harst Lorenz 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Background Insufficient physical activity is one of the most important risk factors for non-communicable diseases and should therefore be intensively prevented in all age groups. According to several trials, activity can be effectively increased by smartphone-based interventions. However, the use of digital applications depends on many factors such as user acceptance and intuitive operability. Therefore, usability testing has proven to be important for the successful development of digital interventions. Thus, the German app “VIDEA bewegt” was tested on its usability in order to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the product and to improve of the app.Methods In April 2019 ten interviews were conducted using the think-aloud method and following a standardised protocol. The adult participants were confronted with “VIDEA bewegt” for the first time and had to perform pre-defined tasks covering the main features of the app. Demographics of the participants and their expectations towards an app were collected. The interviews were recorded and transcribed. The analysis of the transcripts was performed independently by two team members following the deductive qualitative content analysis according to Mayring.Results The app was rated positively in terms of design, basic registration process and the largely self-explanatory navigation. Users found the app lacked an explanation of the included components and the basic structure of the programme. Several problems with the usability were described, including technical errors and problems with understanding individual control elements. Four of the ten participants could imagine using the app in the future.Conclusions All test participants were able to use the app independently to a large extent and most of the a priori defined goals were achieved successfully. With certain minor changes, the usability can therefore be assessed as good.Trial registration The performed usability test is the basis of a study named “Evaluation of an app-based activity intervention for statutory health insured people” which is registered in the German Clinical Trials Register (DRKS). DRKS-ID: DRKS00017392 (14 June 2019)
Genome-wide identification of loci associated with growth in rainbow trout
Authors: Ali Ali , Al-Tobasei Rafet , Lourenco Daniela , Leeds Tim , Kenney Brett , Salem Mohamed 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Background Growth is a major economic production trait in aquaculture. Improvements in growth performance will reduce time and cost for fish to reach market size. However, genes underlying growth have not been fully explored in rainbow trout.Results A 50K, gene-transcribed SNP chip was used for genotyping a total of 789 fish with available phenotypic data for bodyweight gain. Genotyped fish were obtained from two consecutive generations produced in the NCCCWA growth-selection breeding program. Weighted single-step GBLUP (WssGBLUP) was used to perform genome-wide association (GWA) analysis to identify quantitative trait loci (QTL) associated with bodyweight gain. Using genomic sliding windows of 50 adjacent SNPs, 247 SNPs associated with bodyweight gain were identified. SNP-harboring genes were involved in cell growth, cell proliferation, cell cycle, lipid metabolism, proteolytic activities, chromatin modification, and developmental processes. Chromosome 14 harbored the highest number of SNPs (n = 50). An SNP window explaining the highest additive genetic variance for bodyweight gain (~6.4%) included a nonsynonymous SNP in a gene encoding inositol polyphosphate 5-phosphatase OCRL-1. Additionally, based on a single-marker GWA analysis, 46 SNPs were identified in association with bodyweight gain. The highest SNP associated with this trait was identified in a gene coding for thrombospondin-1 (THBS1) (R 2 = 0.09).Conclusion The majority of SNP-harboring genes, including OCRL-1 and THBS1, were involved in developmental processes. Our results suggest that development-related genes are important determinants for growth and could be prioritized and used for genomic selection in breeding programs.
Synthesis and biological evaluation of 2-(4-methylsulfonyl phenyl) indole derivatives: Multi-target compounds with dual antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities
Authors: Shaker Ahmed , Abdelall Eman K. A. , Abdellatif Khaled R. A. , Abdel-Rahman Hamdy M. 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Three series of 2-(4-methylsulfonylphenyl) indole derivatives have been designed and synthesized. The synthesized compounds were evaluated for their antimicrobial, COX inhibitory and anti-inflammatory activities. Compound 7g was identified to be the most potent antibacterial candidate against strains of MRSA , E. coli, K. pneumoniae, P. aeruginosa, and A. baumannii , respectively with safe therapeutic dose. Compounds 7a-k, 8a-c and 9a-c showed good anti-inflammatory activity with high selectivity toward COX-2 in comparison with reference drugs indomethacin and celecoxib. Compounds 9a-c were found to release moderate amounts of NO to decrease the side effects associated with selective COX-2 inhibitors. A molecular modeling study for compounds 7b, 7h, and 7i into COX-2 active site correlated with results of in vitro COX-2 inhibition assays.
Implementing a Multidisciplinary Approach for Older Adults with Cancer: Geriatric Oncology in Practice
Authors: Presley Carolyn , Krok-Schoen Jessica , Wall Sarah , Noonan Anne , Jones Desiree , Folefac Edmund , Williams Nicole , Overcash Janine , Rosko Ashley 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Background: Evidence-based practice in geriatric oncology is growing, and national initiatives have focused on expanding cancer care and research to improve health outcomes of older adults. However, there are still gaps between knowledge and practice for older adults with cancer. Methods: The Cancer and Aging Resiliency (CARE) clinic is a multidisciplinary approach for implementing geriatric-driven health care for older adults with cancer. The CARE clinic was developed as a direct response to recommendations targeting key multifactorial geriatric health conditions (e.g. falls, nutritional deficits, sensory loss, cognitive impairment, frailty, multiple chronic conditions, and functional status). We review the influence of these factors across the cancer care trajectory, including at screening, diagnosis, and treatment and discuss ways in which these conditions may be targeted to improve cancer care in older adults. Results: The CARE clinic was implemented at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC) and targets modifiable risk factors affecting outcomes in older adults with cancer: weight loss, polypharmacy, physical impairments, social support, and mood symptoms. The multidisciplinary team at the CARE clinic discusses and delivers a comprehensive set of recommendations, all in one clinic visit, to minimize burden on the patient and the caregiver. The CARE clinic is part of a set of initiatives that feature education of future leaders in geriatric oncology, survivorship care for an aging population, and outcomes research. Conclusions: Older adults with cancer have a unique set of needs that need to be taken into account throughout their cancer care. The CARE clinic model is an important example of an approach that may combat these difficulties and lead to better outcomes among older adults with cancer.
Wîcohkamakew – A qualitative description of parents, perinatal clinic staff, and mentor Elders experiences of a Nêhiyawi (Cree) community-derived Elders Mentoring Program: Findings from the ENRICH study
Authors: Oster Richard Thomas , Toth Ellen , Bell Rhonda 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Background: Responding to concerns over perinatal health risks and adverse outcomes, a community-based participatory research (CBPR) partnership was established in collaboration with a large Nêhiyawi (Cree) community in Alberta and university-based researchers. An Elders Mentoring Program was designed and implemented to provide additional support for pregnant women and their partners. Our objective was to understand the collective experiences of those involved in the Program.
Methods: We conducted a qualitative description with the principles of CBPR as an over-arching framework. A total of 14 qualitative interviews were conducted with parents utilizing the Program, perinatal clinic staff helping to facilitate the Program, and mentor Elders that engage with parents as part of the Program. Community Advisory Committee meeting notes were also used as data. All qualitative data was analyzed using content analysis.
Results: The Program helps pregnant women and their partners by fostering enhanced support networks as well as improved cultural security within the clinical environment and learning among healthcare staff. A sense of intergenerational fulfillment and enjoyment among those involved in the Program was common, and was underpinned by genuine, collaborative relationships
Conclusions: Successful implementation of a community-derived prenatal Elders Mentoring Program is possible with significant community collaboration.
The effect of an educational intervention on nurses’ knowledge of managing endotracheal tube cuff pressure in intensive care units: A quasi-experimental study
Authors: Mpasa Ferestas , Rooyen Dalena R. M. van , Venter Danie , Ham-Baloyi Wilma ten , Jordan Portia 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Background Previous studies conducted on nurses’ knowledge regarding endotracheal tube cuff pressure revealed that there were differences in intensive care nurses’ knowledge, leading to varying practices. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of an educational intervention based on existing evidence-based guidelines, on the knowledge of nurses regarding managing endotracheal tube cuff pressures in Malawian intensive care units.Methods The study followed a quasi-experimental approach, with a pre- and post-test design using an educational intervention. Intensive care unit nurses were randomly assigned to two intervention groups. Both groups received a half-day educational session, a printed version of the evidence-based guidelines, a printed and laminated summary of the guidelines and a related algorithm. Additionally, Group 2 received four monitoring visits. Pre-and post-test questionnaires were conducted between February and August 2016. Descriptive and inferential data analysis (a chi-square test and t-test) were utilised.Results Knowledge on the nursing care practices for the management of endotracheal tube cuff pressure was improved for both groups following the educational intervention, although only the results comparing the Intervention 2 group participants’ indicate that the level of knowledge were significant (t(d.f.=48)=2.08, p=0.043, d=0.59).Conclusions The implementation of a formal training programme and mentorship programme for nurses working in the intensive care unit in Malawi would be of great benefit to equip nurses with adequate knowledge and skills for managing endotracheal tube cuff pressure. Follow-up studies would also assist in understanding how the implementation of guidelines could be done most effectively to achieve better knowledge outcomes among nurses concerning nursing care practices in this context.
Chronic patients’ satisfaction and priorities regarding medical care, information and services and quality of life: a French online patient community survey
Authors: Adé Apolline , Debroucker Frédérique , Delporte Laura , De Monclin Cécile , Fayet Emmanuel , LEGENDRE Pierre , Radoszycki Lise , Chekroun Michael 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Background:
The French healthcare system is evolving to meet the challenges of an aging population, the growing prevalence of chronic diseases, the development of new technologies and the increasing involvement of patients in the management of their disease. The aim of this study is to assess the satisfaction and priorities of chronic patients regarding medical care, information and services and their quality of life.
Methods:
A cross-sectional study was conducted from February to March 2018 via the French Carenity platform. Adult patients enrolled in type 1 diabetes, heart failure or obesity communities were invited to answer an online questionnaire. A numeric scale from 0 (meaning not satisfied) to 5 was used to evaluate patients’ satisfaction. Patients’ priorities were assessed using a ranking question. Patients’ satisfaction and priorities have been combined in a matrix to identify patients’ expectations.
Results:
67 respondents of each condition answered a questionnaire. The most important and least satisfactory items about medical care are availability and active listening from healthcare providers, as well as access to coordinated and multidisciplinary care. Regarding information and services, respondents mostly expect connected medical devices, in addition to lifestyle and dietary measures. As for the quality of life, respondents fear that their chronic condition will keep impacting their daily mood and ability to do physical activities.
Conclusions:
This study shows that chronic patients want to be more actively involved in their care pathway. Patient training and therapeutic patient education programs could help them manage their chronic conditions within a patient-centered healthcare system.
Underwater Optical Image Coding for Marine Health Monitoring Based on DCT
Authors: Moghimi Mohammad Kazem , Mohanna Farahnaz 
Published: November 2019

Introduction:
Optical imaging in the underwater environment to monitor marine objects
is now a hot topic of research which can be used for environmental healthcare systems
through the underwater ecosystem. Among different areas of research, image coding techniques
are widely applied to compress data for reliable communications. One of the challenges faced during
the underwater communications is having a low bit rate in acoustic links, particularly while
doing imaging in deep waters (in this condition, light needed for imaging is provided by a power
supply).

Materials and Methods:
Two Dimensional-Discrete Cosine Transform (2D-DCT) is the main
technique that we want to use for image compression, to test two different patch sizes in 2D-DCT
to study the patch size effect on the quality of compression, execution time and preservation ability
of high-frequency information in edges.

Results:
The results clearly show that a larger patch size can always be better in terms of computational
complexity, quality of coded images and also edge preservation when we use DCT for the
compression process.

Discussion and Conclusion:
b-image block in image compression (in terms of similarity and complexity),
however, the use of an edge preservation factor is a new finding for our research. On the
other hand, using the largest patch size is not a general approach for all image processing applications,
because some studies have shown that smaller patch may be more effective for some other
applications.
Low Power and High Speed Sequential Circuits Test Architecture
Authors: Jameil Ahmed K. , Abbas Yasir A. , Al-Azawi Saad 
Published: November 2019

Background:
Electronic circuits testing and verification are performed to determine
faulty devices after IC fabrication and to ensure that the circuit performs its designed functions. The
verification process is considered as a test for both sequential and combinational logic circuits. The
sequential circuits test is a more complex task than the combinational circuits test. However, dedicated
algorithms can be used to test any type of sequential circuit regardless of its complexity.

Objective:
This paper presented a new design under test (DUT) algorithm for 4-and 8-tap FIR filters. Also, the FIR filter and the proposed DUT algorithm is implemented using field programmable gate arrays (FPGA).

Methods:
The proposed DUT test generation algorithm is implemented using VHDL and Xilinx ISE
V14.5 design suite. The proposed test generation algorithm for the FIR filter utilizes filtering redundant
faults to obtain a set of target faults for the DUT.

Results:
The proposed algorithm reduces time delay for up to 50 % with power consumption reduction
of up to 70 % in comparison with the most recent similar work.

Conclusions:
The implementation results ensured that a high speed and low power consumption architecture
can be achieved. Also, the proposed architecture performance is faster than that of the
existing techniques.
PELATIHAN “ ANDRAGOGICAL CONTENT KNOWLEDGE” BAGI TUTOR KESETARAAN PAKET C DALAM MENINGKATKAN KOMPETENSI PERSONAL PROSES PEMBELAJARAN PADA PESERTA DIDIK DI PUSAT KEGIATAN BELAJAR MASYARAKAT (PKBM) GEMA KELURAHAN CIKALANG KECAMATAN TAWANG KOTA TASIKMALAYA
Authors: Danial Adang Danial , Syaefudin Syaefudin Syaefudin , Yuliani Lulu Yuliani 
Published: November 2019

Tujuan umum dalam rencana pelaksanaan pengabdian pada masyarakat ini adalah meningkatkan mutu tutor paket kesetaraan C dalam proses pembelajaran pada peserta didik di PKBM Gema Kecamatan Tawang Kota Tasikmalaya melalui Pelatihan Tutor paket Kesetaran C berbasis Andragogi (“Andragogical Content Knowledge”). Berdasarkan penemuan dilapangan dan hasil wawancara dengan tutor kesetaraan paket C di kelurahan Cikalang kecamatan Tawang Kota Tasikmalaya pada umumnya mengharapkan pelatihan selama tiga bulan dalam penerapan metode “Andragogical content knowledge Pembelajaran (Pengetahuan) yang berlandaskan konsep andragogi (“Andragogical Content Knowledge”) sangat penting memberi peluang munculnya potensi-potensi yang ada dalam diri peserta belajar. Keterlibatan fisik, mental, dan emosi memunculkan rasa ikhlas dalam memperoleh pengetahuan, menyerap informasi secara efektip dan efisien. Maka metode yang tepat dalam kegiatan ini adalah pelatihan mengenai konsep “Andragogical content knowledge”(pengetahuan/pembelajaran berbasis andragogi) yang akan dilakukan oleh Tutor Paket Kesetaraan serta praktik penerapan pada pembelajaran.
PENGEMBANGAN ASPEK KEUANGAN INDUSTRI OLAHAN IKAN CV. BENING JATI ANUGRAH PARUNG BOGOR, JAWA BARAT
Authors: Nawiyah Nawiyah 
Published: November 2019

ABSTRAKProgram pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang mengambil objek usaha olahan ikan di CV. Bening Jati Anugrah daerah Parung, Jawa Barat ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan aspek keuangan. Hasil identifikasi masalah di lapangan yaitu ditemukanya adanya kurangnya pemahaman tentang konsep dasar keuangan yang ada di dalam industri kecil ini terkait dengan pembukuan dan system informasi keuangan yang masih jauh dari kesempurnaan. Kegiatan yang dilakukan oleh tim pengabdian adalah survei lokasi usaha industri olahan ikan CV. Bening Jati Anugrah kemudian tim pengabdian memberikan pengetahuan tentang konsep dasar keuangan yang jelas dan system informasi keuangan yang bagus dan mudah diikuti oleh orang lain. Penetapan penggunaan pembukuan serta membantu cara penggunaan pemilihan aplikasi yang tepat. Dengan program ini diharapkan pengelolaan industri olahan ikan CV. Bening Jati Anugrah dapat berkembang lebih baik dan dapat bersaing dengan produk yang sejenis.Kata kunci : Konsep dasar keuangan, Industri kecil, sistem informasi keuangan ABSTRACTThis community service program that takes the object of fish processing business in CV. Bening Jati Anugrah Parung, West Java aims to develop financial aspects. The results of the identification of problems in the field, namely the discovery of a lack of understanding of the basic financial concepts that exist in this small industry related to accounting and financial information systems that are still far from perfection. The activity carried out by the service team was a survey of the location of CV. Clear Teak Anugrah then the dedication team provided knowledge about clear basic financial concepts and good financial information systems that were easy for others to follow. Determination of the use of bookkeeping and help how to use the right application selection. With this program it is expected that the management of the processed fish industry CV. Bening Jati Anugrah can develop better and can compete with similar products.Keywords: Basic concepts of finance, small industries, financial information systems
UPAYA MENINGKATKAN KOMPETENSI PROFESIONAL GURU PAUD MELALUI PENYELENGGARAAN PROGRAM INKLUSIF DI TK AISYIYAH II CIMAHI
Authors: Sutriawati Sri , Windarsih Chandra Asri 
Published: November 2019

Inclusive education is one of the non-discriminatory education reforms, equating basic rights to change the system from segregation to integration. Efforts to improve and readiness of professional teachers need concrete actions that can support the implementation of inclusive programs in PAUD. Formation and development of professional attitudes through training programs, training, TOT, workshops, lectures, seminars and development of early childhood teachers. The problem is "how the institution attempts to improve the professional competence of PAUD teachers through the implementation of an inclusive program at TK Aisysyiyah II Cimahi". The method used in this research is descriptive method with the consideration that this method is a method of research by describing events that exist in the present or that are happening. Professionalism competencies carried out are with knowledge, understanding, abilities, values, attitudes and interests without forgetting the student domain, content, instruction, assessment, learning environment, collaboration, and professionalism. Having professional competence can provide an opportunity for inclusive children to develop optimally. The shortcomings in handling that are not yet uniform, material that has not been focused, have not modified the personal curriculum still together, and there is still limited knowledge about inclusive children. Pendidikan inklusif merupakan salah satu reformasi pendidikan yang nondiskriminatif, menyamakan hak-hak dasar merubah sistem dari segregasi menjadi integrasi. Upaya meningkatkan dan kesiapan guru yang profesional perlu adanya tindakan nyata yang dapat mendukung terselenggaranya program inklusif di PAUD. Pembentukan dan pengembangan sikap professional tersebut melalui program pelatihan, diklat, TOT, workshop, saresehan, seminar dan pengembangan guru PAUD. Permasalahannya “ bagaimana upaya lembaga dalam meningkatkan kompetensi profesional guru PAUD melalui penyelenggaraan program inklusif di TK Aisysyiyah II Cimahi”. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode deskriptif dengan pertimbangan bahwa metode ini merupakan cara penelitian dengan menggambarkan peristiwa yang ada pada masa sekarang atau yang sedang terjadi. Kompetensi profesionalisme yang dilakukan adalah dengan pengetahuan, pemahaman, kemampuan, nilai, sikap dan minat tanpa melupakan domain student, contant, instruction, assesment, learning environment, collaboration, dan profesionalism. Dengan memiliki kompetensi yang profesional dapat memberikan kesempatan kepada anak inklusif kemandiriannya berkembang optimal. Adapun kekurangannya dalam penanganan yang belum seragam, materi yang belum terfokus, belum memodifikasi kurikulum personal masih bersamaan, dan masih terbatasnya pengetahuan tentang anak inklusif.