bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Pembiayaan Perbankan Syariah terhadap Pertumbuhan Ekonomi: Studi Empiris di 13 Negara
Authors: Prastowo Prastowo 
Published: February 2018

This study aims to analyze the effect of financing in Islamic banking on economic growth. The case studies were conducted across 13 countries from 2010 to 2015 using the Panel GMM. The results of this study indicate that financing, especially financial depth in Islamic banking has a positive influence on economic growth. These results reaffirmed the need for full support from the government to further develop Islamic banking.
Keywords: economic growth, Islamic banking, financing.
Nanodiagnostics and Nanodelivery Applications in Genetic Alterations
Authors: Falzarano Maria Sofia , Flesia Cristina , Cavalli Roberta , Guiot Caterina , Ferlini Alessandra 
Published: February 2018

Background:
Genetic alterations cause Hereditary Diseases (HDs) with a wide range of incidences.
Some, like cystic fibrosis, occur frequently (1/1,000 newborns), whilst others, such as Pompe disease and other
metabolic disorders are very rare (1/100,000 newborns). They are well under the threshold of 1/3,000, denoted by
the European Community as Rare Diseases (RDs). Genetic alterations are also associated with multifactorial
disorders like diabetes, and underline both somatic and germline mutations in cancer.

Nowadays, thanks to the interventions of the European Union and the American National Health Institute as well
as others, Hds are under an international lense, which has stimulated discussions and research targeting gene
identification, prenatal diagnosis and care optimization leading to the development of new treatment options.

Nanomedicine is paving the way toward some highly appealing clinical and research avenues in HDs. Nanotechnologies
lend themselves to many aspects in human healthcare, such as in vitro diagnostics (nanobiosensors and
nanoplatforms), drug delivery (nanovectors), drug monitoring (nanosensors) and artificial organs to study the
genome variant meaning (nanostructures).

Methods:
and Results: With a significant reduction in costs and simplified healthcare delivery, nanodiagnostics
can potentially provide the tools to diagnose diseases at an early stage with precision. In vitro nanodiagnostics are
already diagnosing RDs, with many nanodevices having been successfully introduced over the last few decades.

Nanovectors represent an emerging approach in drug delivery and treatment for several diseases such as cancers,
infectious diseases, cardiovascular disorders and neurological pathologies.

Artificial tissues have valuable implications in replacing compromised organs, thus offering unique opportunities
to explore pathogenic mechanisms as well as new drug targets in a personalized context.

Conclusion:
This article outlines and discusses the recent progress in nanotechnology and its potential applications
in HDs. It is a pivotal field for research and innovation in healthcare, with emphasis on diagnostics, disease
monitoring, biomarker assaying and drug delivery. We underlined the nanomethod’s capacity to identify genetic
alterations and the follow up of important aspects of the disease course, including therapies. We extensively described
the new field of nanodelivery for experimental drugs, focusing on new genetic therapies and their implications
in hereditary disorders. We also detailed innovative tools as artificial tissues based on nanomatrices and
their use to identify or study genetic alterations.
An assessment model of Islamic religion education teacher personality competence
Authors: Ayu Sovia Mas , Marzuki Marzuki 
Published: February 2018

The study is aimed at developing an assessment model of Islamic religion teacher personality competence consisting of: (1) instrument constructs; (2) instrument characteristics; and (3) assessment characteristics. The method implemented in the study was research and development, developed by Borg Gall. The instrument validation was conducted by experts through expert judgement continued by means of V-Aiken formula. The first experiment of the instrument involved 50 Islam religion education teachers, 50 non-Islamic religion education teachers and 50 students. The results from the first experiment were analyzed by means of EFA in order to prove the validity of the instrument construct. The second experiment of the instrument involved 200 Islamic religion education teachers, 200 non-Islamic religion education teachers and 200 students. The results of the second experiment were analyzed by means of CFA in order to prove the validity of the instrument constructs. The results of the study showed that: (1) the instrument construct of teacher personality consisted of the al-‘Iffah, al-Syaja’ah, al-Hikmah and al-‘Adalah dimensions; (2) the characteristics of all instrument items had the loading factor of 0.3 and the reliability of all instruments was 0.7. The results of the CFA analysis showed that there was a compatibility between the model and the empirical data (Chi-Square (x2) = 176.66, p-value = 0.21974, RMSEA = 0.021 and GFI = 0.92); and (3) the assessment guidelines were effective and good.
Aktivitas Antiobesitas Ekstrak Daun Katuk (Sauropus androgynus L.Merr) Pada Model Mencit Obesitas
Authors: Patonah Patonah , Susilawati Elis , Riduan Ahmad 
Published: February 2018

Obesitas merupakan suatu kondisi terjadinya akumulasi lemak yang berlebih dalam tubuh. Obesitas merupakan faktor resiko hipertensi, diabetes mellitus, gangguan jantung dan penyakit pembuluh darah lainnya. Upaya menurunkan obesitas dapat menurunkan resiko penyakit tersebut. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui aktifitas antiobesitas ekstrak daun katuk (Sauropus androgynus L.Merr) pada model mencit swiss Webster obesitas. Sebanyak 30 ekor mencit dikelompokkan secara acak menjadi 6 kelompok yaitu kelompok normal (menerima pembawa obat), induksi (menerima pembawa obat), pembanding (menerima orlistat 15,6 mg/Kg ), dan 3 kelompok menerima ekstrak daun katuk dosis 100, 200, 400 mg/kg. Semua kelompok (kecuali kelompok normal) diinduksi obesitas dengan fruktosa dan makanan tinggi lemak selama 21 hari. Parameter yang diukur adalah bobot badan, indeks makanan, indeks feses, indeks organ, dan indeks lemak. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara penurunan bobot badan kelompok perlakuan yang diberi ekstrak daun katuk terhadap kelompok induksi (p<0.05). Disimpulkan bahwa ekstrak daun katuk mempunyai aktivitas antiobesitas dan ekstrak terbaik dalam menurunkan bobot badan adalah ekstrak daun katuk 400 mg/Kg . Obesity is a condition an over-accumulating of lipids in the body. The weight over than 20 % from normal weight is called obese. The main cause of obesity is the unbalance intakes and outputs of lipids in the body. Obesity is a risk factor for hypertension, diabetes, heart failure and other vascular diseases.The purpose of this study was to determine the activity of katuk leaves extracts (Sauropus androgynus L.Merr) as antiobesity on Swiss Webster mice models of obesity. A total of 30 mice were randomly divided into 6 groups and 5 mice contains each group, normal, induction, the comparator (orlistat 15.6 mg / Kg), katuk leaves extract 100, 200, and 400 mg/Kg. Parameters measured were body weight, food index, feces index, organ index and fat index. Results showed that there were significant differences in weight loss parameters between treatment groups were given the katuk leaves extract compare to the control group (p<0.05). Based on the results, it can be concluded that the katuk leaves extract has antiobesity activity and the best extract as antiobesity was katuk leaves extract dose of 400 mg / Kg.
Tarihi Yarımada’daki Roma ve Bizans Dönemi Sarnıçları
Authors: GÜNGÖR Selim Sani 
Published: February 2018

Sarnıçlar,
yağmur sularını biriktirmek için genellikle toprak altına yapılan, duvarları
özel harçlarla sıvalı, su depolarıdır. İnsanlığın tarih boyunca baş etmek
zorunda kaldığın problemlerin başında gelen susuzluk veya suya erişim zorluğu
dünyanın muhtelif yerlerinde ve farklı tekniklerde sarnıçların yapılmasını
zorunlu kılmıştır.

Birçok şehrin meselesi olan susuzluk problemi,
İstanbul’un da antik dönemlerden beri yüz yüze olduğu sorunlardan biridir. Tarihsel
süreç boyunca nüfusun çoğalmasına karşın su kaynaklarının yetersiz olması,
şehir dışından suyun taşınması ve depolanması ihtiyacını doğurmuş, özellikle
Roma ve Bizans dönemlerinde çok sayıda sarnıç, şehrin mimarlık envanterine
kazandırılmıştır. Bu noktadan hareketle, çalışmamızda İstanbul Tarihi Yarımada’da
bulunan sarnıçlar için, kütüphane ve arşiv çalışması yapılmıştır. Daha sonra Tarihi
Yarımada’daki sarnıçlar yerinde tespit edilmiş, günümüzdeki durumları belgeleme
ve fotoğraflama metodu ile kayıt altına alınmıştır. Tarihi Yarımada sarnıçlarına ilişkin bu makalede; sarnıçların
tarihsel geçmişi tetkik edilerek, yarımadada bulunan, ancak yayınlarda çok
fazla ele alınmamış olan on iki sarnıç detaylı olarak incelenmiştir. Böylece bu çalışma ile söz konusu literatüre
katkı sağlamak hedeflenmiştir.
Is There a Characteristic Clinical Profile for Patients with Dementia and Sundown Syndrome?
Authors: Angulo Sevilla David , Carreras Rodríguez María Teresa , Heredia Rodríguez Patricia , Fernández Sánchez Marisa , Vivancos Mora José Aurelio , Gago-Veiga Ana Beatriz 
Published: February 2018

Background: Sundown syndrome (SS) is the onset or worsening of behavioral symptoms in the evening in patients with dementia. Objective: To identify the differential clinical profile of patients with dementia who present SS. Methods: A cross-sectional, case-control observational study was conducted by retrospectively reviewing the medical records of patients with dementia in a specialized Memory Unit. We compared the characteristics of patients with and without SS, including sociodemographic variables, etiology, and severity of the dementia, behavioral symptoms, sleep disorders (considering insomnia and hypersomnia), other diseases and treatments employed. We identified the factors related to SS and conducted a logistic regression analysis to establish a predictive nomogram. Results: Of the 216 study patients with dementia, 41 (19%) had SS. There was a predominance of women (2.4:1), advanced age ( p = 0.0001), dependence ( p < 0.0001), institutionalization ( p < 0.0001), caregiver burden ( p < 0.0001), anxiety ( p < 0.0001), delirium ( p < 0.0001), hallucinations ( p < 0.0001), wandering ( p < 0.0001), Lewy body dementia ( p = 0.05), higher Global Deterioration Scale score (GDS; p < 0.0001), and sleep disorders ( p < 0.0001). The multivariate analysis revealed that age ( p = 0.048), GDS score ( p = 0.01), and the presence of insomnia or hypersomnia ( p < 0.0001) independently defined the presence of SS. We established a predictive nomogram for developing SS in patients with dementia, with a predictive capacity of 80.1%. Conclusion: In our study, age, a higher score on the GDS, and the presence of insomnia or hypersomnia are differential clinical characteristics of patients with SS. We defined a nomogram that helps predicting the occurrence of SS in patients with dementia.
The Magellan Evolution of Galaxies Spectroscopic and Ultraviolet Reference Atlas (MegaSaura). I. The Sample and the Spectra
Authors: Rigby J. R. , Bayliss M. B. , Sharon K. , Gladders M. D. , Chisholm J. , Dahle H. , Johnson T. , Paterno-Mahler R. , Wuyts E. , Kelson D. D. 
Published: February 2018

Abstract
We introduce Project MegaSaura: the Magellan Evolution of Galaxies Spectroscopic and Ultraviolet Reference Atlas. MegaSaura comprises medium-resolution, rest-frame ultraviolet spectroscopy of N = 15 bright gravitationally lensed galaxies at redshifts of 1.68 < z < 3.6, obtained with the MagE spectrograph on the Magellan telescopes. The spectra cover the observed-frame wavelength range 3200 < λ

o
< 8280 Å; the average spectral resolving power is R = 3300. The median spectrum has a signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) = 21 per resolution element at 5000 Å. As such, the MegaSaura spectra have superior S/N and wavelength coverage compared to what COS/HST provides for starburst galaxies in the local universe. This paper describes the sample, the observations, and the data reduction. We compare the measured redshifts for the stars, the ionized gas as traced by nebular lines, and the neutral gas as traced by absorption lines; we find the expected bulk outflow of the neutral gas, and no systemic offset between the redshifts measured from nebular lines and the redshifts measured from the stellar continuum. We provide the MegaSaura spectra to the astronomical community through a data release.
SMBH Seeds: Model Discrimination with High-energy Emission Based on Scaling Relation Evolution
Authors: Ben-Ami Sagi , Vikhlinin Alexey , Loeb Abraham 
Published: February 2018

Abstract
We explore the expected X-ray (0.5–2 keV) signatures from supermassive black holes (SMBHs) at high redshifts (

) assuming various models for their seeding mechanism and evolution. Seeding models are approximated through deviations from the

relation observed in the local universe, while N-body simulations of the large-scale structure are used to estimate the density of observable SMBHs. We focus on two seeding model families: (i) light seed BHs from remnants of Pop-III stars and (ii) heavy seeds from the direct collapse of gas clouds. We investigate several models for the accretion history, such as sub-Eddington accretion, slim disk models, and torque-limited growth models. We consider observations with two instruments: (i) the Chandra X-ray Observatory and (ii) the proposed Lynx. We find that all of the simulated models are in agreement with the current results from the Chandra Deep Field South, i.e., consistent with zero SMBHs in the field of view. In deep Lynx exposures, the number of observed objects is expected to become statistically significant. We demonstrate the capability to limit the phase space of plausible scenarios of the birth and evolution of SMBHs by performing deep observations at a flux limit of

. Finally, we show that our models are in agreement with current limits on the cosmic X-ray background (CXRB) and the expected contribution from unresolved quasars. We find that an analysis of CXRB contributions down to the Lynx confusion limit yields valuable information that can help identify the correct scenario for the birth and evolution of SMBHs.
Modules for Experiments in Stellar Astrophysics (
): Convective Boundaries, Element Diffusion, and Massive Star Explosions
Authors: Paxton Bill , Schwab Josiah , Bauer Evan B. , Bildsten Lars , Blinnikov Sergei , Duffell Paul , Farmer R. , Goldberg Jared A. , Marchant Pablo , Sorokina Elena , Thoul Anne , Townsend Richard H. D. , Timmes F. X. 
Published: February 2018

Abstract
We update the capabilities of the software instrument Modules for Experiments in Stellar Astrophysics (MESA) and enhance its ease of use and availability. Our new approach to locating convective boundaries is consistent with the physics of convection, and yields reliable values of the convective-core mass during both hydrogen- and helium-burning phases. Stars with

become white dwarfs and cool to the point where the electrons are degenerate and the ions are strongly coupled, a realm now available to study with MESA due to improved treatments of element diffusion, latent heat release, and blending of equations of state. Studies of the final fates of massive stars are extended in MESA by our addition of an approximate Riemann solver that captures shocks and conserves energy to high accuracy during dynamic epochs. We also introduce a 1D capability for modeling the effects of Rayleigh–Taylor instabilities that, in combination with the coupling to a public version of the

radiation transfer instrument, creates new avenues for exploring Type II supernova properties. These capabilities are exhibited with exploratory models of pair-instability supernovae, pulsational pair-instability supernovae, and the formation of stellar-mass black holes. The applicability of MESA is now widened by the capability to import multidimensional hydrodynamic models into MESA. We close by introducing software modules for handling floating point exceptions and stellar model optimization, as well as four new software tools—

,

-Docker,

, and mesastar.org—to enhance MESA’s education and research impact.
First molecular characterisation and PCR ribotyping of Clostridium difficile strains isolated in two Algerian Hospitals
Authors: Djebbar Abla , Sebaihia Mohammed , Kuijper Ed , Harmanus Celine , Sanders Ingrid , Benbraham Nadia , Hacène Hocine 
Published: February 2018

Introduction: Clostridium difficile is the major etiological agent of nosocomial antibiotics associated diarrhoea. C. difficile infection is associated with considerable morbidity and mortality among hospitalized patients worldwide. Despite its known importance, there is no study on this important pathogen in Algeria.
Methodology: In this prospective study, undertaken between 2013 and 2015, faecal specimens were collected from 159 hospitalized patients with antibiotic-associated diarrhoea in two tertiary health care hospitals in Chlef, Algeria. Faecal samples were cultured on CLO plates Agar with cefoxitin, cycloserine antibiotics and sodium taurocholate. C. difficile suspected colonies were analysed by multiplex PCR for the detection of the toxin genes. C. difficile isolates were analysed by PCR ribotyping and multi-locus tandem repeat analysis. Antimicrobial susceptibility was determined by the E-test method, according to the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute protocol.
Results: C. difficile was cultured from 11 of 159 stool specimen (6.9%). Seven strains were toxigenic, mainly represented by the 020 and 014 PCR ribotypes and four non toxigenic belong to PCR ribotype 084. All 11 isolates were susceptible to both vancomycin and metronidazole and resistant to ciprofloxacin.
Conclusions: This study, which reported for the first time C. difficile ribotypes circulating in Algerian health care facilities, could paves the way for further more comprehensive studies on this important pathogen, and could be useful to the local health authorities to implement a surveillance program of C. difficile in Algeria.
Barriers to ISO 9001 implementation in Moroccan organizations: Empirical study
Authors: Bounabri Noussaiba , El oumri Ahmed Amine , Saad Elmadani , Zerrouk Latifa , Ibnlfassi Amina 
Published: February 2018

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore obstacles to ISO 9001 quality management system implementation in Moroccan firms.Design/methodology/approach: A questionnaire survey has been conducted among a heterogeneous sample of 115 organizations, operating in different sectors in Morocco. The authors have studied barriers to quality initiatives in general and obstacles to QMS implementation in particular through an extensive literature review. Questions related to profiles of respondents, reasons of seeking certification, external consultancy and barriers to ISO 9001 implementation experienced by surveyed organizations. For the purpose of this study, authors considered three categories of quality inhibiting factors: organizational, technical and costs related barriers.Findings: Results indicate that surveyed companies sought ISO 9001 certification mainly for marketing reasons and experienced many difficulties during the implementation process. Barriers reported by respondents were mostly organizational. Resistance to change headed the list according to participants’ opinion. Also, findings highlighted the prominence of bureaucracy and poor interdependence between departments in organizations. Lack of communication, poor top management commitment and insufficient trainings were also ascertained to be obstacles to QMS implementation in Morocco.Originality/value: Earlier studies were led by different researchers in different countries about barriers to quality initiatives in general and to ISO 9001 implementation in particular. Few of those studies were conducted in Arab speaking countries but no research has been carried in Morocco. This study on obstacles to QMS implementation in Morocco will help in completing the jigsaw of difficulties faced by organizations worldwide when preparing to ISO 9001 certification.
Assessing the Print Communication and Technology Attributes of an Academic Medical Center
Authors: Leonard Kelsey , Oelschlegel Sandy , Tester Emily , Russomanno Jennifer , Heidel Robert Eric 
Published: February 2018

Background:
Historically, health literacy has been viewed as the patient's problem; however, it is now accepted that the responsibility for improving health literacy lies with the health care professionals and systems. An Institute of Medicine report outlines the health literacy attributes, such as printed patient education and technology, which both play a role in patient decision-making and engaging them in their health care. Research suggests that patients who are engaged in their health care have improved health outcomes. For health care organizations to accommodate the needs of all patients, it is imperative that they determine the current organizational state and discover opportunities for improvement.

Methods:
The Health Literacy Environment of Hospitals and Health Centers (HLEHHC) Print Communication Rating and Technology Rating Tool were used to measure the internal aspects of organizational health literacy at The University of Tennessee Medical Center (UTMC). Included in the print assessment were the 150 most distributed patient education handouts. Researchers also used the Simple Measure of Gobbledygook and Patient Education Materials Assessment Tool to assess print material. Technology was assessed using UTMC's website as the authoritative source.

Key Results:
The HLEHHC was useful for assessing print material and technology. Reviewing and reporting the data question-by-question revealed more granular, actionable information on where there are opportunities to improve the health care environment for all patients. This analysis resulted in proposing actions based on best practices that UTMC could implement in the coming year. The process is replicable in other settings.

Implications:

Responsibility for improving informed medical decision-making lies with health care organizations. Low health literacy influences the effectiveness of print patient education and technology in informing patients about their health. Assessing these aspects of the health care organization as part of quality improvement provides necessary data for improvements. The Health Literacy Environment of Hospital and Health Centers was a useful tool to measure characteristics of print and technology.

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HLRP: Health Literacy Research and Practice
. 2018;2(1):e26–e34.]

Plain Language Summary:
A task force at an academic medical center assessed the health literacy attributes of their organization. Researchers assessed print patient education and patient-related technology. The researchers found areas for improvements to make health information easier to understand.