bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Model Tests on Characteristic of Suction Caissons in Saturated Fine Sand Under Intermittent Loading
Authors: Shi Ping 
Published: January 2019

Abstract
Suction caissons are often used for the caissons of both offshore oil platforms and offshore wind power projects because of their advantages of simple construction, economical cost, and reusability. In this study, model tests were conducted in sand in order to investigate the effects of the caisson installation method on the penetration depth and the critical suction. Results of the test program showed that the method of changing the frequency of suction during different stages of the process can increase the penetration depth of the caisson. Combining with the deformation of the soil body inside and outside the caisson, the existing method for calculating the critical suction is modified, and the critical suction calculation equation of the discontinuous penetration test is proposed. Based on the test results, the calculation equation of the soil heave height can be more accurate predicted. The analysis results verify that the calculation method and the actual results are in good agreement.
Hydrodynamic Load and Parametric Design of Grouted Clamp Used on Offshore Jacket
Authors: Zhang Bo , Wang Zhuo , Wang Tao 
Published: January 2019

Abstract
The reliability and safety of offshore platform are an important research aspect in marine engineering. The jacket platform is mainly used for oil development and submarine drilling, and the long-term work in the marine environment will be subjected to different loads, which will lead to the damage of the structure part of the offshore platform. It affects the structural strength of the platform. For the repair of jacket damage, grouted reinforcement technology is adopted, which has the advantages of simple underwater installation and low cost. The reinforcement technology of the grout hoop has been applied to the engineering projects abroad, but the stress and serialization design of the hoop in the marine environment need further study. This paper will combine the ocean current and wave force to carry out the research of underwater work and prevent loosening, and put forward the parametric design method for the specific size of the hoop. Two types of experimental models are designed: short bolt form clamp and long bolt form clamp. The mechanical experiment of the long bolt clamp is carried out, and the relationship between the slipping force and the bolt preload is analyzed, so as to verify the theoretical analysis.
Characterization of EST-SSRs for European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) and their transferability to Fagus orientalis Lipsky, Castanea dentata Bork., and Quercus rubra L.
Authors: Burger Katrin , Müller Markus , Gailing Oliver 
Published: January 2019

Abstract
Due to ongoing climate change, forests are exposed to changing environmental conditions, such as increasing temperatures and lower precipitation, to which trees have to adapt. Successful adaptation to changing and variable environments requires sufficient genetic variation within tree populations. Knowledge of the genetic variation of trees is therefore essential, as it provides information for the long-term conservation, stability and productivity of forests. The genetic variation of a species can be analysed with molecular markers. Despite growing genomic and genetic resources for European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.), which is one of the economically and ecologically most important forest tree species in Central Europe, the number of molecular markers for population genetic analyses is still limited. Therefore, the aim of the work is the development of new EST-SSR markers for this species. A total of 72 DNA samples of European beech from three widely separated regions in Germany were used to test 41 primers for variation and polymorphism, 35 of which were originally developed for American beech (Fagus grandifolia Ehrh.) and 6 for red oak (Quercus rubra L.). Fifteen of the primers were polymorphic, 13 monomorphic and 13 did not amplify. In addition, the transferability of the markers was successfully tested in the related species Castanea dentata Bork., Fagus orientalis Lipsky and Q. rubra. The EST-SSR markers tested in this study will be useful for future population genetic analyses and extend the set of available markers in European beech.
TRANSFER TEKNOLOGI SAMBUNG MENGGUNAKAN ANAKAN (Root-sucker) SEBAGAI BATANG BAWAH UNTUK PROPAGASI TANAMAN KESEMEK DI BATU BAGIRIEK ALAHAN PANJANG
Authors: Hayati P.K. Dewi , Sutoyo Sutoyo , Herawati Netti , Suliansyah Irfan , Marta Nini , Kuswandi Kuswandi 
Published: January 2019

Persimmon, kesemek, buah kaki atau manggih hutan dalam bahasa minang adalah berbagai sebutan untuk buah yang dihasilkan oleh tanaman pohon Diospyros kaki Thunb. Buah kesemek mengandung berbagai nutrisi penting, anti toksik dan bahkan anti kanker. Kesemek merupakan tanaman sub tropika sehingga di Indonesia kesemek hanya beradaptasi pada ketinggian ± 1400 mdpl, seperti Alahan Panjang. Petani biasanya menggunakan anakan untuk perbanyakan, namun akibatnya tanaman membutuhkan waktu yang lama untuk berbuah, lebih dari 8 tahun. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk mentransfer teknologi sambung pucuk menggunakan anakan (root-sucker) sebagai batang bawah (root-stock) sebagai upaya untuk mendapatkan perbanyakan kesemek secara cepat dan tanaman cepat berbuah. Mitra kegiatan ini adalah kelompok tani Harapan Baru yang berada di Batu Bagiriek Alahan Panjang Kabupaten Solok, Sumatera Barat dari bulan Oktober hingga Desember 2016. Metode kegiatan meliputi penyuluhan, demonstrasi dan pelatihan grafting. Hasil kegiatan adalah petani meningkat pengetahuannya tentang manfaat buah kesemek, teknik budidaya dan pasca panen serta mampu melakukan grafting atau penyambungan pada kesemek menggunakan root-sucker (anakan) sebagai batang bawah. Berdasarkan hasil uji statistika menggunakan analisis Likert, kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat yang dilakukan memiliki nilai indeks 92, menunjukkan bahwa kegiatan yang dilakukan bermanfaat atau berhasil mentransfer pengetahuan dan juga keterampilan kepada petani.
KEGIATAN COMMUNITY OUTREACH PADA BIOKONSERVASI DI BIDANG SAINS
Authors: Janra Muhammad Nazri 
Published: January 2019

Kegiatan Community Outreach (CO) adalah salah satu objek pembelajaran di dalam praktikum Biokonservasi (BIO 4012) yang baru saja ditambahkan ke dalam materi praktikum sejak tiga tahun yang lalu. Praktikum ini dilakukan oleh mahasiswa semester 5 di Jurusan Biologi Fakultas MIPA Universitas Andalas. Tulisan ini menganalisa secara deskriptif pelaksanaan kegiatan CO ini sebagai salah satu bentuk kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang dilaksanakan secara mandiri pada tingkat jurusan. Analisa dilakukan pada pelaksanakan kegiatan CO yang ketiga di tahun 2017 kemaren dengan membandingkan antara proposal dan laporan kegiatan yang diberikan oleh mahasiswa, serta dilengkapi dengan data yang diperoleh melalui Focus Group Discussion dengan kelompok yang telah selesai melaksanakan kegiatan CO-nya masing-masing. Kegiatan CO tahun 2017 mengangkat tema konservasi dan aplikasi ilmu biologi dengan menargetkan kelompok masyarakat dan siswa sekolah dasar sampai menengah. Respon balik yang diberikan oleh kelompok target kegiatan menyatakan bahwa kegiatan ini mampu melengkapi kekurangan aspek konservasi yang tidak terdapat di dalam kurikulum pembelajaran sekolah. Di samping itu, kegiatan ini berpotensi meningkatkan kesadaran akan perlindungan lingkungan pada masyarakat secara umum. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan keberlanjutan kegiatan ini di masa datang, dengan memperhatikan kekurangan-kekurangan dan kesulitan teknis yang mungkin terdapat dalam pelaksanaan kegiatan kali ini.
PENGARUH PENANAMAN MODAL ASING DAN TINGKAT DAYA SAING TERHADAP EKSPOR INDUSTRI MANUFAKTUR INDONESIA
Authors: Soeharjoto Soeharjoto 
Published: January 2019

Export manufacturing industry contributes to economic growth in Indonesia. The supporting element of the export manufacturing industry is Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and competitiveness. The purpose of this study is to prove whether foreign investment and the level of competitiveness as measured by Index of Revealed Comparative Advantage (RCA) affect the performance of Indonesia's manufacturing industry exports. As for the results of this research are using a multiple regression approach was FDI and RCA had a positive and significant effect against the export manufacturing industry in Indonesia.
Vietnamese Farmers That Changed the World: The Impact of the Vietnam War on the Cold War
Authors: Martignago Michael David 
Published: January 2019

The Vietnam War was the quintessential Cold War conflict between the United States and the Sino-Soviet supplied, nationalistic North Vietnamese. This war saw the world’s most wealthiest and dominant military force suffer a long, drawn out defeat to a poverty-stricken society of farmers, armed with nothing but an unyielding nationalism and outdated weaponry. This paper examines the United States’ involvement in Vietnam throughout the Vietnam War and also explores the ways in which the Vietnam War affected the Cold War. Beginning with President Harry S. Truman in 1945 and ending with President Gerald Ford in 1975, this paper examines the motivations behind each of the six United States Presidential Administrations during the Vietnam War and gives an in-depth explanation for the crucial decisions that were made by the United States Government over the course of the war. The effect that these foreign policy decisions and directives had on the Cold War atmosphere is also heavily analyzed. The faults and failures of the United States that led to their humiliating defeat in Vietnam consequently altered the Cold War atmosphere. In order to fully understand the Cold War, it is necessary to understand the Vietnam War and its impact on United States foreign policy.
Pemanfaatan Ekstrak Rumput Laut Sebagai Pupuk Organik Pada Pertanian Lahan Sempit Di Desa Lepak Lombok Timur
Authors: Ghazali Mursal , Aryanti Evy , Kurnianingsih Rina , Sunarpi Sunarpi 
Published: January 2019

Abstrak. Pertanian merupakan sektor yang memiliki peranan yang sangat penting bagi masyarakat Indonesia. Hal ini dikarenakan masyarakat Indonesia sebagian besar memanfaatkan pertanian untuk memenuhi kebutuhan sehari-hari. Namun setiap tahun luas lahan pertanian terus mengalami penurunan, akibat alih fungsi lahan. Disisi lain, jumlah penduduk terus mengalami peningkatan. Peningkatan jumlah penduduk menumbuhkan kesadaran untuk memanfaatkan lahan yang sempit untuk bercocok tanam. Selain itu, perlu dilakukan upaya untuk penyadaran kepada masyarakat untuk menggunakan pupuk organik ramah lingkungan yang salah satunya ialah penggunaan ekstrak Sargassum sp. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan selama 4 bulan yaitu mulai Agustus sampai dengan November 2017. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat dilakukan melalui dua metode yaitu melalui diskusi kelompok dan partisipatif. Pada saat diskusi kelompok disampaikan tentang pemanfaatan lahan pekarangan dan potensi pemanfaatan esktrak Sargassum sp serta penggunaan kotoran ternak kambing sebagai media tana. Sedangkan pada metode partisipatif, masyarakat dibagikan pot percobaan sebagai media tanaman untuk diaplikasikan oleh masyarakat sendiri. Hasil kegiatan pengabdian menunjukkan bahwa masyarakat sangat antusias mengikuti kegiatan diskusi, hal ini disebabkan karena Sargassum sp bukan jenis tumbuhan yang asing, tetapi mereka baru tahu bahwa tumbuhan tersebut dapat dijadikan sebagai pupuk. Selain itu, hasil pemeliharaan yang dilakukan oleh masyarakat sebagian menunjukkan hasil yang positif dan sebagaian yang lain tidak berhasil. Ketidakberhasilan disebabkan karena banyak faktor diantaranya: dimakan ayam dan kambing. Kata Kunci: Musim Kering, Lahan Sempit dan Sayuran
Compliance of Financial Statements of Islamic Banks of Pakistan with AAOIFI Guidelines in General Presentation and Disclosure
Authors: Ehsan Asim , Saeed Syed Kashif , Shahzad Muhammad Asghar , Iqbal Hafiz Rauf 
Published: January 2019

Objective - This study intends to investigate the extent of voluntary financial reporting compliance made by Islamic banks of Pakistan as suggested by Islamic accounting standards (i.e. AAOIFI).
Design/Methodology - The study is based on an empirical evaluation of financial statements of Islamic banks of Pakistan. Data sample consists of financial statements for the years 2009, 2015, 2016 and 2017 relating to of all four full-fledged Islamic banks in Pakistan. The first standard in Islamic accounting standards suggests a total of 111 items for compliance while preparing a financial statement of Islamic Banks. As per existing regulatory requirements, Islamic banks in Pakistan are required to adopt International Financial Reporting Standards while preparing their financial statements.
Findings - However, the analysis suggests Islamic banks in Pakistan are in compliance of more than 50% of requirements as suggested by Islamic accounting standards.
Implications – The insights will help the industry decision makers to increase the voluntary disclosures by the Islamic banks.
Employment of Set Operations to Improve LMP Assessments Design and Implementation
Authors: Albezuirat Malek Khalaf , Ahmad Rosmaini , Hussain Muhammad Iqbal , Al-Saraireh Falah Mustafa , Albzeirat Asia Khalaf 
Published: January 2019

Objective - This paper aims to provide a new mathematical model for the construction of assessment tools for Lean Manufacturing Practices (LMP) through the integration process with the set operations. This study also strives to develop key elements to enhance the effectiveness of LMP assessments and their impact through mathematical interrelationship.
Problem - Previous studies have shown a lack of clear mathematical methodology to carry out a rigorous assessment of the LMP effects on the firm’s operational and financial performance. Therefore, this paper tries to address this aspect by developing new equations.
Design - The methodology of this study is based on the conversion of the linguistic description (companies, processes, waste, practices) into numerical measurement model by integrating with set theory.
Finding - The results show a set of relationships and equations that can be applied to be a fundamental basis for ensuring the effectiveness of the assessment. This paper may contribute to the improvement of LMP’s design and development.
Employee Training and Succession Planning of Selected Deposit Money Banks in Abia State, Nigeria
Authors: Friday Edeh Ogbu 
Published: January 2019

Purpose- This study investigates the relationship between employee training and succession planning in deposit money banks in Abia State using cross-sectional survey. Ten deposit money banks were surveyed using simple random sampling technique.
Design/Methodology- A total population of one hundred and twenty staff was investigated with a sample size of ninety two. Validity of instrument was determined using face validity while Cronbach Alpha was used to ascertain the reliability of the instrument. Spearman’s Rank Order Correlation Coefficient (rho) was used to analyze the hypotheses with the aid of statistical package for social sciences (20.0).
Findings- The study found that employee training has a positive significant relationship with succession planning. It concluded that employee training measured in terms of on-the-job training and mentoring promotes succession planning in deposit money banks.
Practical Implications- The study recommends that managers, human resource professionals as well as directors of financial institutions should employ on-the-job training and mentoring for effective succession planning in the workplace.
Impact of Talent Management Practices on Employee Performance
Authors: Bibi Munaza 
Published: January 2019

Purpose- The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of talent management practices on employee performance among employees working in healthcare organizations of Pakistan. Design/Methodology- This study employed a cross-sectional design and quantitative approach. To select the sample from the population convenience sampling was utilized. The sample of the study was comprised of 364 employees working in healthcare organizations to determine the performance of employee because of talent management practices. Questionnaire was used for collection of data. Findings- The outcomes of the study revealed a significantly positive effect of talent management practices i.e. recruitment and selection for talent attraction, coaching and mentoring for learning and development of talent, compensation for retention of talent on employee performance. Practical Implications- The results of study might help human resource management department of health care organizations through executing practices to manage talented employees can help them to motivate employee to perform effectually to meet the organizational objectives. Health care organizations should develop strategies and practices to manage the talent to be able to embrace changes through attracting, developing and retaining the talented employees to tackle the current and future needs of organization.
Assessing the Impact of Work Environment on Employee Engagement among Non-Academic Staff of the University
Authors: Nasidi Yusuf , Makera A. U. , Kamaruddeen A. M. , Jemaku I. M. 
Published: January 2019

Aim of the Study - The objective of this study was to access the impact of work environment on employee engagement among the non-academic staffs of the university in Nigeria. Social exchange theory (SET) was utilized in developing the research framework. Methodology - A total of 150 non-academics staff from l University, representing a response rate of 63.3% participated in this study. Data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire. The correlation and the hypothesis were tested using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS 2.0). The Cronbach’s Alpha value for the variables ranging from 0.724 to 0.804 indicates very good reliability of the research instrument. Findings - The findings indicate a moderate relationship between the work environment and employee engagement, and the hypothesis is not supported. Practical Implications - The study will provide direction to both the management and the university staff for them to proactively focus on providing a healthy and comfortable working environment that will boost engagement, which lead towards enhancing the performance of university staff, and also the university administrators in various ways.
Estimation of Serum Uric Acid Levels in Bangladeshi Gestational Diabetic Mothers Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital
Authors: Mishu Farzana Akonjee , Muttalib MA , Yesmin Mst Shaila , Sultana Gazi Sharmin , Ferdous Nadia , Shamsunnahar - 
Published: January 2019

Background: The hyperuricaemia in gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) has been explained to be a component of the metabolic syndrome which reflects insulin resistance. Gestational huperuricaemia was found to be significantly associated with a high rate of maternal and foetal complications along with proteinuria and hypertension. Aims of this study were to evaluate the serum uric acid levels in Bangladeshi women with GDM in their second and third trimesters of pregnancy.
Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted at Mymensingh Medical College Hospital from July 2013 to June 2014. Pregnant women, in their second and third trimester, attending the outpatient department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Department of Endocrinology were enrolled by purposive sampling technique. GDM was diagnosed on the basis of oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) as defined in WHO criteria 2013.
Results: Out of 172 participants, 86 had GDM (case) and 86 were normoglycemic (control). The mean age of GDM and control groups was 28.6±3.2 years and 27.3±3.1 years respectively. The BMI was 26.4±1.5 kg / m 2 and 26.3±1.3 kg / m 2. In this study we found serum uric acid levels in GDM and without GDM were 4.47±0.42 mg/dl and 4.48±0.41 mg/dl respectively (p>0.05). Serum uric acid level in GDM group was significantly (p<0.001) higher in third trimesters (4.48 ±0.41 mg/dl) compared to those without GDM (3.52 ±0.74 mg/dl).
Conclusion: There was distinct alteration of serum uric acid level in GDM compared to normal pregnancy. Estimation of serum uric acid levels might be incorporated in every GDM cases for prevention of complications. Birdem Med J 2019; 9(1): 55-58
Outcome of Esophageal Variceal Ligation in Cirrhotic Patients: Experience in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Dhaka
Authors: Ahmed Shireen , Hoque Md Nazmul , Bhuiyan Tareq Mahmud 
Published: January 2019

Background: Bleeding from esophageal varices in cirrhosis is an emergency condition. Esophageal varices band ligation has shown better results in terms of variceal obliteration as well as having fewer side effects like ulceration, perforation and stricture formation.
Methods: This observational study was conducted at the gastroenterology department of BIRDEM general hospital, from September 2014 to March 2015. Subjects were eligible if they had a diagnosis of cirrhosis based on history, physical examination, biochemical parameters and presence of esophageal varices in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. All patients were tested to determine the cause of liver cirrhosis. All patients under-went upper gastrointestinal endoscopy after consent. Esophageal variceal ligation was done at appropriate situation and patients were followed up later on. SPSS 23 was used for statistical analysis.
Results: The sample size was 69. The cumulative mean age was 55.58±14.462 years (range: 20-90), with gender-based mean age of 54.76±15.704 years for males and 57.22±11.739 years for female. Mild portal hypertensive gastropathy (PHG) was found 31 (44.9%) patient and severe PHG 36 (52.2%). Patients were followed up for mean period of 8.52±3.6 months. Variceal obliteration was achieved in 25 (36.2%) patients, while 06 (8.7%) cases developed re-bleeding during the study period and this type of patients were managed by other modalities or combination therapies. Recurrence of varices occurred in 13 (18.8%). 25 (36.2%) patients reduction of varix size occured after esophageal variceal ligation (EVL), 32 (46.4%) required second session and 12 (17.4%) required more than second session (Table-2). Thirty nine (56.5%) patients experienced minor adverse events like GI discomfort (retrosternal pain or dysphagia), while severe adverse events were noticed in 13 (18.8%) patients. Fundal varix was found among 8 (11.6%) patient on follow up endoscopy and GAVE found in 6 (8.69%) patients. All patient developed PHG during follow up endoscopy.
Conclusion: Band ligation eradicates esophageal varices with less complications and a lower re-bleeding rate, but at the same time eradication is associated with more frequent development of PHG and fundal varices.
Birdem Med J 2019; 9(1): 63-69
Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis: Reports of Two Cases and Brief Review
Authors: Islam AKM Monwarul , Roy Sharadindu Shekhar , Zaman Shahana , Ahmed Farhana , Rahim Muhammad Abdur , Jesmin Humayra 
Published: January 2019

Hypokalemic periodic paralysis (HPP) is a rare autosomal dominant channelopathy characterized by skeletal muscle weakness or paralysis when there is a fall in potassium levels in blood. Weakness may be mild and limited to certain muscle groups or more severe causing generalized paralysis. During an attack, reflexes may be diminished or absent. Attacks may last for a few hours or persist for several days, ultimately resulting in complete recovery. Some patients may develop chronic muscle weakness later in life. Recurrent muscle weakness accompanied by hypokalemia and exclusion of other causes help establish the diagnosis. Potassium supplementation is the mainstay of treatment of acute illness. Lifestyle modification with or without pharmacotherapy in the form of carbonic anhydrase inhibitors and/ or spironolactone can prevent future attacks. Here, we present two cases of HPP, the first one had no positive family history and responded to oral potassium and spironolactone, while the second case had family history suggestive of HPP and was managed with potassium and eplerenone.
Birdem Med J 2019; 9(1): 74-79