bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Prevalence of Malaria among Patients in Selected Health Centres in Otukpo, Benue State.
Authors: Agbo Ediga Bede , Adikwu Peter , Obida Onyimowo David , Ameh Augustine Agbo , Oche Dominic Agbo , Sonia Ochekpe Onyemowo , Ochela Eche , Dominic Achanya 
Published: August 2024

Malaria remains a serious public health concern in many nations, including Nigeria. The present study is a hospital based cross-sectional study and was aimed at determining the prevalence of malaria among patients in selected health centres in Otukpo, Benue State. Two hundred (200) samples were examined. Three millilitres (3mL) of venous blood was collected aseptically from each respondent and dispensed into an EDTA bottle. smears of the blood were made on grease-free clean slides and stained subsequently. The smears were examined under the microscope using X40 and X100 objective lenses for morphological features of Plasmodium spp. Statistical analysis was done using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) version 26. Person’s chi-square was used to determine association between variables at 95% confidence level. A p value less than or equal to 0.05 (p≤0.05) was considered to be indicative of a statistically significant relationship. Findings of the present study revealed a prevalence of 76.5% (n=153, N=200) for malaria parasites in the studied area. The prevalence of malaria parasite revealed a statistically significant difference with respect to location; St. Veronica’s clinic had the highest isolation rate (91.2%, n=31, p<0.05). The prevalence of malaria parasite (77.5%, n=69; p>0.05) showed female preponderance over male subjects. Patients >59 years (old adults) had the highest prevalence of malaria (100%, n=2; p>0.05). There is no statistically significant difference in the prevalence of malaria parasite with respect to gender and age. The high prevalence of malaria parasite in the study calls for concern.
Uso de ultrasonografía en bloqueos de nervios periféricos para procedimientos quirúrgicos
Authors: Ramírez Flores Herber José 
Published: August 2024

PROBLEMA: Con el paso del tiempo en medicina se ha requerido de técnicas y herramientas que permitan la gestión eficaz de emergencias y procedimientos, por lo cual el uso de la ultrasonografía ha demostrado servir para ello. Dentro de sus tantos usos se encuentra la anestesia regional como técnica para realizar bloqueos de nervios periféricos. OBJETIVO: Describir el uso de ultrasonografía en bloqueos de nervios periféricos para procedimientos quirúrgicos. MÉTODO: Se realizó revisión de artículos y estudios científicos. RESULTADOS: La finalidad del uso de esta técnica se enfoca en brindar bienestar integral de los pacientes con el manejo oportuno del dolor , de manera transoperatoria y postoperatoria; dentro de los estudios analizados se representa la relevancia de su utilidad, pero también se debe de comprender que como técnica, está sujeta a su eficacia dependiente de la capacidad de la persona que utiliza el ecógrafo, como de la comprensión de la neuroanatomía que permita complementar y asegurar el éxito del bloqueo. CONCLUSIÓN: El uso de ecografía se ha convertido en una herramienta rutinaria y necesaria, en anestesiología, y dentro de sus características, se encuentra la visualización en tiempo real de estructuras objetivas, la visualización de la administración y distribución del medicamento en los tejidos, permitiendo la correcta colocación que asegura la efectividad en los bloqueos.
Studi Pembuatan Chocolate Lava Cake Berbahan Dasar Tepung Sorgum dan Tepung Singkong
Authors: Esteria Priyanti  , Puji Rahayu  
Published: August 2024

The aims of this study were 1) to determine the level of preference for the taste, aroma, texture and color of chocolate lava cake made from sorghum flour and cassava flour; and 2) knowing the composition of the chocolate lava cake ingredients based on sorghum flour and cassava flour which is the most preferred by the panelists. The methods used consist of library methods, experiments and hedonic tests. Result of the research to be explained descriptively. The results showed that the most preferred product by the panelists was 50% sorghum flour and 50% cassava flour. The average value of the product preference level is 4.73±0.81 (very like) for taste, 4.20±0.66 (very like) for aroma, 4.47±0.63 (very like) for texture and 4.73±0.58 (very much like) for color. The composition of chocolate lava cake is classified into the composition of the ingredients for the cake and the cake filling. The composition of the cake ingredients consists of 450 g dark cooking chocolate, 200 g brown sugar, 170 g olive oil, 50 g cocoa powder, 30 g sorghum flour, 30 g cassava flour, 20 g milk powder, 4 eggs, and ½ tsp baking powder. The composition of the cake filling ingredients consists of 200 g dark cooking chocolate and 15 g olive oil. It can be concluded, the selected product can be an alternative to healthy food products.
Proses Pembuatan Simple Dress Dengan Menggunakan Variasi Teknik Tucking
Authors: Ariyana Damayanti  , Vivi Yulia Agustina  
Published: August 2024

Tucking techniques are rarely used in making clothes, designers prefer to follow today's fashion trends, tucking manipulation techniques are able to change ordinary fabrics into 3-dimensional shapes, the purpose of this study is to be able to find out the finished results of making tucking techniques and to be able to find out the finished results of making simple dresses using variations of tucking techniques. The method used is the R & D method, to produce products and test the effectiveness of these products. The author has tested the tucking technique using 3 materials, namely satin, cotton, and balotelli fabric, as well as the size of folds and between folds 1.5 cm: 1.5 cm, 2 cm: 1 cm and 2 cm: 2 cm, trials have been validated to ask for assessments and suggestions related to materials and crease sizes that are suitable to be applied in making tucking, Balotelli material and the size of folds and folds 1.5 cm : 1.5 cm get the best value from the 4 validators. The process of making tucking to look neat must pay attention to the crease used with an accurate size, ensure the seam is straight, and ensure the sewn fold is ironed until slippery before sewing on the horizontal line.
APLIKASI METODE TUTOR SEBAYA DALAM MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR SISWA TERHADAP MATERI BARISAN DAN DERET KELAS XI IPS 1 MATA PELAJARAN MATEMATIKA TAHUN AJARAN 2021/2022
Authors: Prihatiningsih Nunuk 
Published: August 2024

Tujuan Penulisan ini adalah 1) Untuk mendeskripsikan faktor-faktor pemicu rendahnya motivasi belajar siswa terhadap materi pokok Barisan dan deret 2) Untuk mendeskripsikan proses alur tindakan-tindakan aplikatif metode pembelajaran tutor sebaya dalam rangka mengatasi rendahnya motivasi belajar siswa terhadap materi pokok Barisan dan deret, dan 3). Untuk mendeskripsikan perubahan tingkat motivasi belajar siswa pasca aplikasi metode pembelajaran tutor sebaya. Untuk mengatasi masalah tersebut , agar tujuan pembelajaran dapat berhasil sesuai harapan , peneliti menerapkan metode Tutor Sebaya. Melalui uji penerapan dalam dua (2) siklus, di Kelas XI IPS 2 SMA Negeri 2 Nganjuk, ada hasil cukup signifikan yang menunjukkan bahwa 1). Jumlah siswa yang nilai social skill-nya memenuhi KKM mengalami peningkatan masing-masing di kelas XI IPS-2 naik dari 12 siswa pada siklus I menjadi 30 orang pada siklus II, atau naik dari 33% menjadi 83 %. Dan 2) Jumlah siswa yang nilai post-test 3 ke post-test 4 mengalami peningkatan, dari 18 siswa pada siklus I menjadi 32 orang pada siklus II, atau naik dari 50 % menjadi 89 %. Dengan demikian peneliti menyarankan agar Metode Tutor sebaya perlu diterapkan untuk mengatasi masalah pembelajaran yang berpangkal pada motivasi belajar siswa yang rendah, karena dalam skenario pembelajaran metode ini siswa dituntut untuk aktif berinteraksi dengan teman sebayanya, selanjutnya Tutor sebaya perlu dijadikan alternatif metode pembelajaran karena prosesnya lebih banyak melibatkan social skill dalam melakukan proses tutorial.
THE CORRELATION BETWEEN STUDENTS' READING HABITS AND VOCABULARY MASTERY TOWARD THEIR WRITING ABILITY AT TENTH CLASS OF SMAN 2 NGANJUK
Authors: Dinan Izzazi Zatalini  , Sujono  
Published: August 2024

The objectives of the research are: 1) To measure the level of students’ reading habits, vocabulary mastery, and writing ability of tenth class of SMAN 2 Nganjuk in the academic year 2022/2023, 2) To find out the correlation between students' reading habits and vocabulary mastery toward their writing ability of tenth class of SMAN 2 Nganjuk in the academic year 2022/2023. The research using quantitative methods and designed as correlational research. The population of this research consisted of all tenth grade students of SMAN 2 Nganjuk for the academic year 2022/2023. The sample used were 34 students of X-7 class. In collecting data, this research using questionnaire and test. The data analysis technique used are descriptive statistics, inferential statisics using multiple correlation and statistical F-test analysis. The result of this study showed that the reading habit at tenth class of SMAN 2 Nganjuk is in good category with average score is 61,73. The students’ vocabulary mastery is in low category with the average score is 58,24. The writing ability of students is standard/average with average score is 63,53. Based on the result of the analysis with significance level 5%, the value of Fcount (8,75) > Ftable (3,30). The alternative hypothesis (H1) is accepted, which means there is a significant correlation between students’ reading habit and vocabulary mastery toward their writing ability of tenth class students of SMAN 2 Nganjuk.

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah: 1) Untuk mengukur tingkat kebiasaan membaca siswa, penguasaan kosakata siswa, dan kemampuan menulis siswa, 2) Untuk mengetahui korelasi antara kebiasaan membaca siswa dan penguasaan kosakata terhadap kemampuan menulis mereka pada kelas sepuluh SMAN 2 Nganjuk Tahun Pelajaran 2022/2023. Penelitian menggunakan metode kuantitatif dan didesain sebagai penelitian korelasional. Populasi pada penelitian ini terdiri dari seluruh siswa kelas sepuluh SMAN 2 Nganjuk Tahun Pelajaran 2022/2023. Sampel yang digunakan adalah 34 siswa dari kelas X-7. Dalam mengumpulkan data, penelitian ini menggunakan kuesioner dan tes. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah statistik deskriptif, statistik inferensial menggunakan korelasi ganda dan analisis statistik F-tes. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kebiasaan membaca di kelas sepuluh SMAN 2 Nganjuk dalam kategori baik dengan nilai rata-rata 61,73. Penguasaan kosakata siswa dalam kategori rendah dengan nilai rata-rata 58,24. Kemampuan menulis siswa standar/rata-rata dengan nilai rata-rata 63,53. Berdasarkan hasil analisis dengan taraf signifikan 5%, nilai Fhitung (8,75) > Ftabel (3,30). Hipotesis alternatif (H1) diterima yang berarti ada korelasi yang signifikan antara kebiasaan membaca siswa, penguasaan kosakata, dan kemampuan menulis pada kelas sepuluh SMAN 2 Nganjuk Tahun Pelajaran 2022/2023.
Towards digitalization in higher education: conceptual and bibliometric paradigm
Authors: Aparisi-Torrijo Sofia , García-Hurtado Dayanis , Botella-Carrubi Dolores 
Published: August 2024

Objetive: The aim is to study the foundations of the scientific literature in this area, the different intellectual structures, the conceptual and social structure and the trends of the analysed field.
Methodology: The research is carried out through a bibliometric network analysis and graphical mapping of the field under investigation.
Results: Firstly, the field is relatively recent and shows a collaborative network of inter-institutional character and with important synergies between countries and authors. In the intellectual structure, there is a cluster of strategies to follow in the implementation of DT in HEIs, with its possible drivers and obstacles, at technological, social, pedagogical and organisational levels; the implementation of DT in a concrete and practical way, alerting that DT is more than a set of digital tools; a more theoretical and conceptual line of thought on the concept of DT in HEIs and, finally, sustainable DT in the impact on HEIs. In the thematic structure, the block of theoretical and conceptual foundations that reveals COVID19 as the main accelerating factor of DT, the cluster that investigates the learning process through digital teaching and the third one that highlights the importance of cultural change management and people in the process stand out.
Practical implications: This study allows us to have a general vision of the intellectual, conceptual and social structure of the DT and HEIs process and its impact on the different dimensions. Furthermore, the findings have implications for the management of TD processes in HEIs.
A study on the present status of fish in a perennial wetland (Beel) of Central Assam, India
Authors: Boruah Lakshyasree , Das Zuganta Jyoti , Kausar Afifa 
Published: August 2024

The permanent wetlands of Assam, known as Beels, are crucial in regulating the functions of natural ecosystems and harbor coveted Bioresources such as fish. On the majority of occasions, these wetlands provide essential nutrition in the form of varieties of fish species while generating primary and secondary sources of employment and income to sustain the livelihood of large socio-economically vulnerable sections of society. However, fish diversity is slowly decreasing in most wetlands over time, primarily due to anthropogenic stresses. For conservation measures, ichthyofaunal diversity is a good indicator of the health of the aquatic ecosystem. We studied the Ichthyofaunal diversity and its prospectus in one such wetland of central Assam (Morigaon), known as Kuji Beel. We recorded a total of 35 inhabited fish species the Beel and most of them belong to the order Cypriniformes followed by Siluriformes, Channiformes, and Perciformes. We also identified certain invasive species, particularly common carp, which become the dominant species in a short period at the cost of the drastic exhaustion of three native fish species, such as Barali, Pabda, and Chitala, falling into the IUCN classification of vulnerable to near-threat. The Mahaldar of the Beel and local fishermen also confirmed a significant decline in fish diversity and availability over the last decade, regardless of species. This reduction in diversity and availability can be attributed mainly to four reasons: (i) Destructive fishing like indiscreet fishing and killing of juvenile and brood species during the peak breeding season, (ii) The use of different types of fishing gear, the mesh of which is small enough to hold fry, (iii) Loads of sediment deposition and siltation along with pollution (agro-chemical) from cultivation practices in the vicinity, and (vi) Uncontrolled growth of aquatic plants such as water hyacinth and increased biological oxygen demand, hampering the growth of fish species. Finally, we have suggested appropriate conservation measures to maintain fish diversity whilst preserving the rich fish population of Kuji Beel and other similar permanent wetlands of Assam.
Standardization and Optimization of Process Parameters for Manufacturing of Yak Milk Paneer
Authors: Ingudam Bidyasagar  , Shilpa Wangkheimayum  , Raigar Rakesh Kumar 
Published: August 2024

In the current study, the physicochemical and sensory quality of yak milk paneer (cottage cheese) were studied and also aimed to determine the optimum processing condition by using the response surface methodology technique. The nineteen experiments were generated in design expert software, the calcium chloride (0-0.20%), Citric acid (0.5-2.5%) and coagulation temperature (72-90°C) were taken as independent variables while the moisture, yield, texture, sensory score, titratable acidity was taken as a response for the optimization process. The coefficient of determination, R2 values for moisture, yield, texture, sensory score, titratable acidity was found to be greater than 0.80. Optimization by the application of the desirability function method resulted in a quantity of calcium chloride, citric acid and coagulation as 0.13%, 0.50% and 78.42°C, respectively. The yak milk and milk products are a sustainable income source of high-altitude region peoples so the optimized process conditions of yak milk paneer may help to small scale processors to improve the quality and yield of products.
Effect of seasonal changes on the herbage composition of Stylosanthes hamata Taub cv. Verano and Centrosema pascuorum Mart. Ex. Benth in the NIGERIAN sub-humid zone
Authors: Anthony Omeregie  
Published: August 2024

A study was conducted in the Nigerian sub-humid zone to find out the effect of seasonal change on herbage crude protein and mineral composition of verano stylo and Centro. Consequently, plant samples were obtained between September in the establishment year (wet season) through July in the succeeding year (dry season) for analysis. Highest crude protein (CP) and mineral contents were found in the herbage in the wet than in the dry season. The CP levels of centro was most different of the time lower than that of verano in the dry season. There was no appreciable difference in P concentration during the dry season but Centro had considerable higher P during the rainy season. Micro-nutrients content in the forages were quite variable with season. Crude protein, P and Cu were the most limiting nutrients, particularly, in the dry season, based on recommended critical level requirements. Feed supplementation would then become necessary for improved animal production in the zone, particularly in the dry season.
Potential of Azolla pinnata for phytoremidiation of sewage waste water
Authors: Singh Jeetendra , Soni S.K. , Yadav Pragati 
Published: August 2024

Phytoremediation offers an attractive and cost-effective way for the treatment of wastewater. Azolla, an aquatic pteridophyte is an excellent member for phytoremediation of wastewater and industrial effluents. In this study, we investigated the ability of Azolla pinnata for the improvement of water quality parameters like pH, TDS(Total dissolved solids), EC(Electrical conductivity), and Salinity in STP water collected from Khasra 359 Shantinagar site, Dayalbagh, Agra. Verification of the phytoremediation capability of A.pinnata was done. STP water was collected, each tub filled with 8 L of STP water and inoculated with 50g, 100g 150g of fresh A.pinnata in separate tubs respectively along with a control. The experimental setup was left undisturbed and Azolla was allowed to grow for 3 weeks. After 3 weeks of growth, a water sample was collected from each tub. pH, TDS, EC salinity of the STP water was taken before and after treatment with A.pinnata along with the control. The pH, salinity, TDS EC of the water sample decreased in an orderly manner from the initial analysis to after treatment and with increasing concentration of Azolla inoculated. The values of different parameters were found to be decreased significantly.
Screening of aflatoxin B1 and M1 in feed, commercial, and desi chicken eggs using high-performance thin layer chromatography
Authors: K. M. Gourikrishna  , Chandrashekhar Unakal  , S.P. Preetha  
Published: August 2024

Background: Egg consumption in India has increased due to dietary and lifestyle changes. Thus, there is a need to screen for any contamination hazardous to public health. The objective was to evaluate the presence of aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) and aflatoxin M1(AFM1) in feed and egg samples collected from commercial and desi farms in and around Chennai. Method: To determine the compartment where aflatoxin (AFT) accumulates, egg samples were fractionated into three: whole, yolk, and albumen. Matrixes were screened for AFB1 and AFM1 residues using the AOAC method and quantified using high-performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC). Result: Eighty percent of the feed samples from desi chicken farms and 86.67% from commercial farms were positive for AFB1. The highest value of AFB1 was 152.75 ppb in commercial feed samples, which was more than the MRL (20 ppb) by the European Union (EU). Five percent of the commercial and 11.67% of the desi chicken whole egg samples were positive for AFB1. Other samples (yolk and albumen) were below the detection limits. AFB1concentration was more in egg samples collected from commercial chicken farms. Further stringent measures, control, and monitoring programs must be considered to reduce AFT levels in Chennai.
Keywords: laying hens, egg production, feedstuffs, mycotoxins, residual effect, albumin, yolk.
A review of soil pollution, causes, and health effects
Authors: Sahdev  , Kuldeep  
Published: August 2024

Soil pollution is the biggest problem of today. When the chemical, biological and physical properties of the soil change, its quality is affected and the soil becomes polluted. Today the cause of soil pollution is Natural and Anthropogenic Soil Pollution. In which industrial activity, agricultural activities, mining, Waste disposal, deforestation, oil, Radioactive Wastes, Acid Rain, Coal Ash, Microplastics, Indiscriminate use of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, etc. are prominent. Due to changes in soil properties, groundwater is getting polluted here. Soil pollution affects kidney damage, liver, headache, nausea, fatigue, eye irritation, skin rash, etc. human health. Soil pollution control on Reusing of materials, Recycling and recovery of materials, Reforestation, Solid Waste Treatment, Public Awareness, Soil Erosion, Production of Natural Fertilizers, Ban on Toxic Chemicals, Reducing chemical fertilizer and pesticide use. The causes of soil pollution, control, and their effects on health have been described in this review.
Field observation of an Oenpelli Rock Python predating on a Rufous Owl
Authors: Jellinek Sacha , Peeters Paula , Henderson Alice , Carpenter Raymond J. 
Published: August 2024

ABSTRACT
The threatened Oenpelli rock python (Nyctophilopython oenpelliensis) is the third largest predator in the Arnhem Land region, and is known to occur in Kakadu National Park and Djelk and Warddeken Indigenous Protected Areas, where it lives in sandstone escarpments. While it is a large apex predator, little is known about this python species, including its habitat or diet, other than it being semi-arboreal and including birds and mammals in its diet. Here we report on a remarkable chance sighting of the Oenpelli rock python eating an adult Rufous owl (Ninox rufa) in a tree at the base of a sandstone scarp. While this species is generally observed at night, other sightings such as this one occurred during the day, suggesting that this species may not be wholly nocturnal but also able to hunt and disperse during the day. Our observations provide some more evidence on the feeding behaviour of this little-known python and may suggest that future surveys need to occur during the day as well as at night.