bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Isolation, characterization and optimization of chrysene degradation using bacteria isolated from oil-contaminated water
Authors: Thomas Smeera , Veettil Nitha Thalakkale , Subbiah Kavitha 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
Polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are uncharged, non-polar molecules generated from natural and anthropogenic activities, where the emissions from anthropogenic activities predominate. Chrysene is a high molecular weight PAH, which is found to be highly recalcitrant and mutagenic in nature. The aim of this study was to isolate chrysene-degrading microorganisms from oil-contaminated water and to enhance their degradative conditions using design expert. From the various samples collected, 19 bacterial strains were obtained through enrichment culture and the one which showed highest activity was identified by 16S rRNA sequencing as Bacillus halotolerans. Under optimum conditions of 100 mg/L chrysene concentration, 1,000 mg/L nitrogen source, and pH 6, B. halotolerans exhibited 90% chrysene degradation on sixth day. Positive results for the enzymes laccase and catechol 1,2 dioxygenase confirmed the ability for chrysene degradation by the isolated strain. Major metabolic intermediate determined in gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GCMS) analysis was diisooctyl phthalate. Hence it can be concluded that B. halotolerans can be a promising candidate for the removal of high molecular weight (HMW) hydrocarbons from contaminated environments.
Efficacy and Safety of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors in Combination with Angiotensin-Receptor Blockers in Nondiabetic Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Zhao Mingming , Ma Sijia , Yu Yi , Wang Rumeng , Chang Meiying , Zhang Hanwen , Qu Hua , Zhang Yu 
Published: June 2021

Background:
It is unclear whether angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) in
combination with angiotensin-receptor blockers (ARBs) are superior to ACEIs or ARBs alone in the
treatment of nondiabetic chronic kidney disease (CKD). The present meta-analysis was designed to
assess the efficacy and safety of ACEIs in combination with ARBs in nondiabetic CKD.

Methods:
The PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases were searched to identify randomized
controlled trials (RCTs) published prior to March 2020. A random-effects model was used to calculate
the effect sizes of eligible studies.

Results:
The present meta-analysis of 20 RCTs encompassing 1,398 patients with nondiabetic CKD
demonstrated that ACEIs in combination with ARBs were superior to ACEIs or ARBs alone in reducing
urine albumin excretion (SMD, -0.69; 95% CI, -1.13 to -0.25; P=0.002), urine protein excretion (SMD,
-0.34; 95% CI, -0.46 to -0.23; P<0.001), and blood pressure (systolic blood pressure: WMD, -1.43; 95%
CI, -2.42 to -0.44; P=0.005; diastolic blood pressure: WMD, -1.85; 95% CI, -2.67 to -1.04; P<0.001)
without decreasing glomerular filtration rate (SMD, -0.07; 95% CI, -0.20 to 0.06; P=0.30) or increasing
incidences of hyperkalaemia (RR, 1.70; 95% CI, 0.47 to 6.11; P=0.42) and hypotension (RR, 1.80; 95%
CI, 0.67 to 4.86; P=0.25).

Conclusion:
Compared with ACEIs or ARBs alone, ACEIs in combination with ARBs are effective and
safe in the treatment of nondiabetic CKD. ACEIs combined with ARBs may be a better choice to reduce
proteinuria as long as they can be tolerated.
Enhanced Efficiency of Dye Sensitized Solar Cell Using Eu Doped TiO2-ZrO2 Nanocomposite
Authors: Bhatt Piyush , Tomar Laxmi , Desai Rahul , Chakrabarty Bishwajit 
Published: June 2021

Background:Hydrothermal method was used to prepare TiO2-ZrO2 and Eu doped TiO2- ZrO2 nanocomposites for dye sensitized solar cell app lication.Methods:X-ray diffraction was used to study the structural properties of prepared samples. Anatase and Rutile phases of TiO2 and Monoclinic and tetragonal phases of ZrO2 have been detected from XRD in prepared samples. The crystallite size of prepared samples lies between 6 to 18 nm. Absorption edge has been shifted to the longer wavelength region. The optical bandgap of TiO2-ZrO2 (2.15 eV) and Eu doped TiO2-ZrO2 nanocomposites (2.03 eV) have been calculated using Tauc’s plot. A decrease in bandgap compared to pure TiO2 has been observed. The increased refractive index has been determined from UV -Visible spectra.Results:Because of the high refractive index photons can stay for longer period of time inside the material and then they can be used to generate electrons in dye sensitized solar cell. An attempt was made to prepare an inexpensive dye sensitized solar cell by replacing synthetic organic dye with natural dye (pomegranate juice) and platinum coated counter electrode by carbon coated electrode. The improvement in efficiency has been recorded for prepared samples and it has been found to be 0.71%, 1.97% and 6.25% for TiO2, TiO2-ZrO2 nanocomposite and Eu doped TiO2-ZrO2 nanocomposite respectively.Conclusion:A simple and cost-effective DSSC prepared by materials is capable of producing a good amount photocurrent.
Exergaming Using Postural Feedback From Wearable Sensors and Exercise Therapy to Improve Postural Balance in People With Nonspecific Low Back Pain: Protocol for a Factorial Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Meinke Anita , Peters Rick , Knols Ruud , Karlen Walter , Swanenburg Jaap 
Published: June 2021

Background
Physical exercise is a common treatment for people with low back pain (LBP). Wearable sensors that provide feedback on body movements and posture during exercise may enhance postural balance and motor control in people with LBP.

Objective
This study aims to investigate whether physical exercising with postural feedback (EPF) improves postural balance, motor control, and patient-reported outcomes in people with LBP.

Methods
The study was an assessor-blinded 2×2 factorial trial. We planned to recruit 80 participants with nonspecific LBP who did not receive treatment for LBP. In addition, we aimed to recruit 40 patients with chronic, nonspecific LBP who were receiving exercise therapy (ET) at the University Hospital Zurich. Both ET patients and participants without treatment were randomized to receive either an additional EPF intervention or no additional intervention. This resulted in four different combinations of interventions: ET+EPF, ET, EPF, and no intervention. The participants underwent outcome assessments at inclusion (T1); 3 weeks later, at randomization (T2); after an intervention period of 3 weeks with a predefined exercise schedule for participants receiving EPF (T3); and after an additional 6 weeks, during which participants assigned to the EPF groups could exercise as much as they wished (T4). Patients receiving ET completed their regularly prescribed therapies during the study period. Balance was assessed during quiet standing on a force platform, and motor control was assessed during a lifting task and a waiter’s bow task. Physical activity was recorded using an activity tracker and the participants’ mobile phones during the study. The predefined EPF schedule consisted of nine sessions of 20 minutes of exercise with a tablet and inertial measurement unit sensors at home. Participants performed a series of trunk and hip movements and received feedback on their movements in a gamified environment displayed on the tablet.

Results
The first participant was recruited in May 2019. Data collection was completed in October 2020, with 3 patients and 32 eligible people without therapy who passed the eligibility check.

Conclusions
Although it will not be possible to investigate differences in patients and people without other therapies, we expect this pilot study to provide insights into the potential of EPF to improve balance in people with LBP and adherence to such interventions.

International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID)
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Pengawasan terhadap Bank Tanah: Urgensi, Kewenangan, dan Mekanisme
Authors: Bukido Rosdalina , Lahilote Hasyim Sofyan , Irwansyah Irwansyah 
Published: June 2021

The Omnibus Law for Job Creation establishes a special agency called the land bank agency that manages state land, including planning, acquisition, procurement, management, utilization, and distribution of land. This article revisits on how urgent this land bank is and how its supervisory powers and mechanisms are implemented. This article demonstrates that the formation of the land bank is actually related to problems in land acquisition, especially those intended for infrastructure development, which has triggered land liberalization and caused the increase of land price. Therefore, the land bank is urgent to ensure the availability of land for various development purposes in the future, budget efficiency, as well as to avoid conflicts in the land acquisition process and reduce the side effects of land liberalization. In order to encourage the land bank play its role and function as intended in its formation, good and efficient supervision is also needed. So far, it has been stated in the Omnibus Law for Job Creation that internal supervision is carried out by the supervisory board. Taking into account the relationship of the land bank and the supervisory board with other agencies or institutions that carry out the functions of land and bank as well as their supervision, like the one by the National Land Agency and the Financial Service Authority, it is necessary to have clarity on each role and function to avoid overlap.
Abstrak
UU Cipta Kerja membentuk badan khusus yang mengelola tanah, yaitu badan bank tanah, yang berfungsi melaksanakan perencanaan, perolehan, pengadaan, pengelolaan, pemanfaatan, dan pendistribusian tanah. Dalam artikel ini dibahas apa sebetulnya urgensi bank tanah ini dan bagaimana pula kewenangan dan mekanisme pengawasannya. Artikel ini memperlihatkan pembentukan bank tanah sebetulnya terkait dengan permasalahan dalam pengadaan tanah terutama yang diperuntukkan bagi pembangunan infrastruktur, sehingga memicu terjadinya liberalisasi tanah dan mengakibatkan harga tanah melambung tinggi. Karena itu, bank tanah urgen dalam rangka menjamin ketersediaan tanah untuk berbagai keperluan pembangunan di masa yang akan datang, efisiensi anggaran, serta mengurangi konflik dalam proses pembebasan tanah dan dampak buruk liberalisasi tanah. Dalam rangka mendorong agar bank tanah berperan dan berfungsi sebagaimana dikehendaki dalam pembentukannya, maka diperlukan pengawasan yang baik dan efisien pula. Sejauh ini dalam UU Cipta disebutkan pengawasan dilakukan secara internal oleh dewan pengawas. Dengan mempertimbangkan adanya keterkaitan bank tanah dan dewan pengawas ini dengan badan atau lembaga lainnya yang menjalankan fungsi pertanahan dan bank serta pengawasannya juga, misal Badan Pertanahan Nasional dan Otoritas Jasa Keuangan, maka adanya kejelasan terhadap masing-masing peran dan fungsi sangatlah diperlukan, agar tidak malah terjadi tumpang tindih.
The Women’s Leadership Gap in Diabetes: A Call for Equity and Excellence
Authors: Dunne Jessica L. , Maizel Jennifer L. , Posgai Amanda L. , Atkinson Mark A. , DiMeglio Linda A. 
Published: June 2021

OBJECTIVE
Women are broadly underrepresented in scientific leadership positions and their accomplishments are not provided equal recognition compared with those of men, but the imbalance in the field of diabetes is unknown. Hence, we analyzed multiple aspects of historical and present-day female representation in the diabetes field.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS
We quantified gender representation at annual American Diabetes Association (ADA) meetings; editorial board service positions for ADA and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) journals; principal investigators for ADA, JDRF, and National Institutes of Health National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases P30 grant funding; and ADA, JDRF, and EASD award recipients.

RESULTS
There are many women in the field of diabetes: registration for the ADA Scientific Sessions has been 43% female since 2016, and for over five decades, women comprised 83% of ADA Presidents of Health Care and Education. Yet, only 9% of ADA Presidents of Medicine and Science have been women. Women were well represented on editorial boards for journals focused on diabetes education (Diabetes Spectrum, 89% female) and primary care (Clinical Diabetes, 49% female) but not for the more academically targeted Diabetes Care (34% female), Diabetes (21% female), and Diabetologia (30% female). Only one-third of ADA Pathway to Stop Diabetes and JDRF grants have been awarded to women, and females only lead 2 of 18 (11%) of the P30-supported Diabetes Research Centers. Finally, only 2–12% of major ADA, JDRF, and EASD awards were given to women, without significant change over time.

CONCLUSIONS
Despite increasing recognition of gender imbalance in research and medicine, many disparities in the field of diabetes persist. We call for decreasing barriers for advancement of female investigators and creating environments that promote their retention and equitable recognition for their contributions to the field.
IMPLEMENTASI DATA PANEL SPASIAL TERHADAP TINGKAT PRODUK DOMESTIK REGIONAL BRUTO DI PROVINSI BALI
Authors: ASTUTI NI MADE ARY DHARMA WIDYA , SUSILAWATI MADE , SUCIPTAWATI NI LUH PUTU 
Published: June 2021

Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) is an economic indicator to see the economic movements of a region during a certain period, whether based on current and constant price. Economic activities in a region use the GRDP calculation based on current prices by industrial base year 2010. In 2019, Bali's economic growth increased by , exceeding national economic growth of . Using spatial panel data in analysis consists of common effect model, fixed individual effect model, fixed time effect model, random effect model, and spatial lag fixed effect model. The best model to modeling GRDP Bali Province is spatial lag fixed effect which has a difference in constant values ??at any time, with of 99.41 percent, the remaining is explained by other variables not examined
Jean-Marc Éla’s Hut and Empty Granary: Rethinking the Social Significance of Theology in Africa
Authors: Iheanacho Valentine Ugochukwu 
Published: June 2021

Jean-Marc Éla, in his book My Faith as an African (1988), articulates a pastoral vision for the church in Africa. According to Éla, the “friends of the gospel” must be conscious of God’s presence “in the hut of a mother whose granary is empty.” This awakening arises from the capacity of theologians “to catch the faintest murmurs of the Spirit,” and to stay within earshot of what is happening in the ecclesial community. The vocation of an African theologian, as a witness of the faith and a travelling companion of God’s people, obliges him/her “to get dirty in the precarious conditions of village life.” Decades later, this thought of Éla echoes in Pope Francis’ pastoral vision: “I would prefer a Church which is bruised, hurting and dirty because it has been out on the streets, rather than a Church which is unhealthy from being confined and from clinging to its security” (Evangelii Gaudium, 49). The purpose of this article is to espouse the pastoral vision of Éla in light of the liberating mission of African theologians. This mission goes beyond armchair theologising toward engaging the people of God “under the tree.” With the granary understood as a metaphor for famine—and famine itself being the messenger of death—the article will also argue that the “friends of the gospel” are not at liberty to shut their eyes and drift off to sleep with a clear conscience, amidst a declining African social context.
“US” AND “THEM” IN THINGS FALL APART BY CHINUA ACHEBE: A CRITICAL FUNCTIONAL APPROACH OF OTHERING
Authors: Purnomosasi Lusia Kristiasih Dwi , Garudatama Vastukencana Sih Gita , Ricahyono Sigit 
Published: June 2021

“Us” and “them” or othering often brings about world’s most feared phenomenon, xenophobia. This qualitative study purposes to disclose attitudinal strategies used in Chinua Achebe’s “things Fall Apart”. An excerpt from it was analysed through the “APPRAISAL”, especially the “ATTITUDE”, and ‘PERIODICITY” theories. Results reveal that “us” is framed with 4 (+) values and only 2 in (-) while “them” is constructed through only 1 (+) value and 3 (-). The vast majority of the attitudinal strategies used is “Jdg.”, occurring 7 times making up 70%. The other which emerges is “Apr.” which appears only 3 times and contributes 30%. As commonly held, “us” is narrated in more favors and fewer negatives and “them” in the opposite way to achieve planned hidden goals of persuasion.
ROLE OF ACTIVE KNOWLEDGE SHARING LEARNING METHOD IN IMPROVING ENGLISH LEARNING ACHIEVEMENT FOR STUDENT OF XII-IPA-1 CLASS AT SMA NEGERI 2 MADIUN CITY IN ACADEMIC YEAR 2019/2020
Authors: Warsito Warsito 
Published: June 2021

<p>This study aims to: (a) record the improvement of student achievement by applying the Active Knowledge Sharing Learning method; and (b) understand the effect of student learning motivation by applying the Active Knowledge Sharing Learning method. This research used class action research in three rounds. Each round consists of design, activities and observations, reflection, and revision. The onjectt of this research is student of the XII-IPA-1 Class at SMA Negeri 2 Madiun City in Academic Year 2019/2020. The data obtained by using formative test and observation. Results of the study reveal that the student learning achievement had increased from cycle I to cycle III, are cycle I (69.66%), cycle II (74.53%), and cycle III (83.09%). This study concluded that applying the Active Knowledge Sharing Learning method has a positive effect on the achievement and learning motivation for student.</p>
Synthesis, Characterization And Assessment of Anti Microbial Behaviour of Goat Faecal Mediated Silver Nanoparticles- Fed on Tirumala Hills
Authors: Shakir Basha S  , Ashok Thulluru  , Naresh Babu C  , Chithra Shekar C  , Jagadeesh P  , Mohammed Idress N S  , Praveena R  , Sravan Kumar C  , Anil A  
Published: June 2021

To synthesize, characterize, and to assess the anti-microbial activity of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) induced by goat fecal matter. The AgNPs were processed by the microwave heating method and the characterization was accomplished by employing various spectroscopic approaches such as UV-Visible, FTIR spectroscopy, XRD, Particle size, and Zeta potential analysis. The lmax for both extracts were found at 426& 438nm. The wideband corresponded to O-H stretching vibrations at 3384.0 cm-1, 3273.9 cm-1 and 3366.2 cm-1, bands at 2918.5 cm-1, 2922.5 cm-1, 2853.2 cm-1, and 2850.2 cm-1 corresponded to the N–H and C–H stretching. The bands at 1638.1 cm-1, 1651.9, and 1686.5 cm-1 corresponded to the C=C stretch. Bands of 1460.3 cm-1, 1450.4 cm-1, 1409.2 cm-1 and 1376.3 cm-1 corresponded to C-N, C-C bond stretching vibrations. The stretch of C-O indicates bands at 1159.7 cm-1, 1033.2 cm-1, and 1032.8 cm-1. The synthesized AgNPsdemonstrated good anti-microbial activity on gram +Ve (S.aureus) and gram -Ve (E.coli) bacteria. Bio/Green synthesized AgNPs have shown improved biological performance, this tends to minimize production cost, pollution-free, less chemical usage, and stable generation of nanoparticles.
Volitelova sebedeterminace v kompatibilistické verzi
Authors: Peroutka David 
Published: June 2021

V reakci na knihu Petra Dvořáka Kauzalita činitele. Úvod do analytické diskuse o svobodě vůle hájím určitý typ kompatibilismu. Dvořák upozorňuje, že pokud bylo něčí rozhodnutí predeterminováno od něj odlišnými příčinami, pak onomu jedinci za jeho volbu nepřisuzujeme morální odpovědnost. Mým návrhem je však „asymetrické“ řešení otázky. V oblasti predeterminovaných voleb připouštím nepřítomnost odpovědnosti v případě všech morálně zlých voleb, nikoli však v případě všech voleb hodnocených jako morálně dobré. Existují totiž takové dobrovolné volby, při kterých sice nejsme s to – např. na základě silných morálních důvodů – volit jinak, avšak přesto vnímáme své rozhodnutí jako svobodné. Navíc platí, že i kdybychom se při tom dověděli, či uvěřili, že daná volní nutnost není důsledkem naší minulé „libertariánské“ sebeformace, stěží by nám takové mínění zabránilo cítit se ve své volbě svobodnými. Způsoby, jakými svobodu vůle prožíváme, bychom ovšem měli jakožto filosofové respektovat.
Grammarly as AI-powered English Writing Assistant: Students’ Alternative for Writing English
Authors: Fitria Tira Nur 
Published: June 2021

<p class="AbstractText">The presence of ‘Grammarly’ as one of the online grammar checkers as the impact of technology development. This paper aims to reveal an overview of ‘Grammarly’ as an AI-powered English Writing Assistant for EFL students in Writing English. This research applies descriptive qualitative research. Based on the analysis, using Grammarly software shows the performance increased. Before using Grammarly, the performance of the test score is 34 out of 100. After using Grammarly, the performance text score is 77 out of 100. This score shows the quality of writing in this text increased. The performance can be increased based on Grammarly's suggestions in a Premium account. The researcher recommends the students to use Grammarly. Grammarly is a web tool to perform grammar checks well, starting from the spelling of words, sentence structure to standard grammar. Grammarly is free, so it is recommended for students who want to check various documents or articles in English. Grammarly helps check the grammatical rule, the spelling rule in English structure, also correct errors in writing such as punctuation and capitalization. Grammarly runs on an Artificial Intelligence (AI) system, which is built to analyze English sentences relying on a set of rules. Grammarly takes context when showing corrections or suggestions, and inform the students quickly but still precisely. For accuracy, two service options available both free and paid features. Of course, the Grammarly free version still has limitations and in-service features, unlike the paid version (premium) which has full advantages and benefits, many features, and complete.</p>
Clinical Pattern of Pediatric Dermatoses Attending a Multi-Specialty Hospital
Authors: Jha Harendra Kumar 
Published: June 2021

Introduction: Pediatric dermatoses deal with skin disease in children from birth to 18 years. This age group comprises significant physiological changes, and hence the pattern of disease including skin disease is unique to them. Skin diseases are influenced by the local climatic factor and socio-economic status which differ in different geographic areas including within the country.
Objective: The objective of the study was to analyze the clinical spectrum of skin disease in children from 1 day to 18 years of age and to find any seasonal influence on the disease pattern.
Methodology: The study was conducted retrospectively in a multi- specialty hospital from May 2014 to April 2015. Data of children from 1 day to 18 years of age were analyzed. Demographic details like age, sex, ethnicity was noted. The month and season of the presentation were also recorded. Patient with a confirmed clinical diagnosis and adequate data was included in the study. Patients were divided into 5 age groups; neonate (0 days to 1 month), infant (1 month to 2 years), young child (2-6 years), child (6-12 years), and adolescent (12-18 years). Data were entered in Microsoft excel and analysis was done with SPSS version 22 along with the Chi-square test.
Result: There were 20.65% of pediatric patients out of 3292 patients visiting skin OPD. The male to female ratio was 1.63:1. The majority of the cases (47.8%) were in the adolescent age group. Infection and infestation were the predominant diagnosis (56.02%), followed by eczema (15.88%) and urticaria (6.47%). Among infection, fungal infection was seen as the majority (26.17%).Papular urticaria and urticaria were significantly (p-value <0.05) more common in summer, while scabies was more common in the spring season (p-value <0.05).
Conclusion: Infection and infestation followed by eczema/dermatitis and urticaria were the three most common groups of dermatoses. There was a seasonal influence on a few common dermatoses like scabies, urticaria and papular urticaria.