bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Clean and Green Bioconversion – A Comprehensive Review on Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) Larvae for Converting Organic Wastes to Quality Products
Authors: Iqbal Waqar , Elahi Usman , Zhang Hai-jun , Ahmad Sohail , Usman Muhammad , Yaqoob Muhammad Umar 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Food security remains a pressing global concern, exacerbated by population growth, diminishing agricultural lands, and climate uncertainties. As the demand for high-quality protein sources like eggs, meat, and milk escalates, conventional feed ingredients face challenges in meeting the burgeoning needs of livestock production. The projected increase in poultry and pig consumption further strains the availability of protein-rich feed sources, necessitating sustainable alternatives. Insects, notably black soldier fly larvae (BSFL), offer numerous advantages, including efficiently converting organic substrates into high-quality protein, fat, minerals, and vitamins. Their rapid reproduction, minimal environmental footprint, and ability to thrive on various organic materials make them an attractive protein source. However, consumer acceptance remains a hurdle, hindering their direct consumption despite their nutritional value. Incorporating BSFL into animal diets, especially poultry and swine, demonstrates promising results regarding growth and production. This review comprehensively overviews BSFL production systems, processing techniques, and nutritional profiles. Various factors influencing BSFL growth and feed quality are discussed, highlighting the importance of optimizing breeding systems and feed formulations. Processing methods are elucidated to ensure the safety and quality of BSFL-based products. Nutritional analysis reveals BSFL as a rich source of essential amino acids, fatty acids, and minerals, making them suitable replacements for soybean meal and fish meal. Despite the economic and environmental benefits of BSFL utilization, challenges persist, including regulatory issues, consumer perceptions, and production scalability. Standardized production protocols and legislative frameworks are needed to facilitate the widespread adoption of BSFL in animal feed industries. In conclusion, integrating BSFL into animal diets presents a promising solution to address protein shortages in livestock production while promoting sustainable resource utilization.
The Effect of Fermented Wheat Germ Extract on Broiler Chicks’ Growth Performance, Immunological Status, and Carcass Characteristics
Authors: Elghafar Rasha Abd , Abaza Mohamed , Ellakany Hany F. , Abd El-Hady Ahmed M. , El-Sabrout Karim 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Many studies have mentioned the advantages of adding wheat germ to chicken diets, but few were interested in studying the effect of the fermentation process on this addition. The present study aimed to investigate the effects of adding fermented wheat germ extract (FWGE) and immunostimulant (IS) to the broiler diet and water, respectively, on growth performance, hematological and blood biochemical parameters, immune status, and carcass characteristics. A total of 180 one-day-old broiler chicks (Cobb 500) were randomly and equally assigned into four treatment groups of 5 replicates (9 chicks/replicate) each. The first group (G1) served as a control group with a basal diet and normal drinking water, while the second (G2) and the third (G3) groups were treated with a basal diet supplemented with 0.1 and 0.2% of FWGE, respectively. The fourth group (G4) was treated with one level of immunostimulant (ORGA IMMU®, 0.2% in drinking water) and served as a positive control. The experiment lasted 35 days. According to the results, adding 0.2% FWGE to the broiler diet (G3) improved (P≤0.05) feed conversion ratio and increased (P≤0.05) live body weight and body weight gain compared to the control group (G1). The G3 also showed improvements (P≤0.05) in red blood cells (RBCs), hemoglobin concentration (Hb), packed cell volume (PCV), and white blood cell (WBC) counts. Blood biochemical parameters, such as total protein, aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and alanine aminotransferase (ALT), were positively affected (P≤0.05) by FWGE and immunostimulant treatments. Hemagglutination inhibition (HI) titers for Newcastle disease and avian influenza viruses, phagocytic activity (PA), phagocytic index (PI), and lysozyme activity (LA) were significantly (P≤0.05) improved by FWGE and immunostimulant treatments. Furthermore, carcass traits, such as carcass weight and dressing percentage, were improved (P≤0.05) by adding FWGE and immunostimulant treatments. The inclusion of FWGE in the broiler chicken diet by 0.2% had a considerably positive impact on the birds’ growth performance, health, and carcass quality.
The effect of post-ultraviolet light curing on the accuracy of direct-printed aligners: an in vitro study
Authors: Kanase Anup , Misra Vaibhav , Sobti Roohi 
Published: April 2024

Abstract

Background/Objectives
Direct-printed aligners have proven to be more cost effective and accurate. However, the post-curing process might affect their dimensional accuracy, leading to unwanted tooth movement. The present study aimed to investigate the effect of different post-curing durations on the location specific accuracy of direct-printed aligners.

Method
A stereolithography printer was used to produce 30 aligners using Dental LT V2 resin. The aligners were randomly assigned into 3 groups (n = 10 each) according to different post-ultraviolet light-curing durations: 0 min (No cure); 40 min or 60 min. The aligners in each group were then scanned and superimposed on certain landmarks to check for location specific deviations using a best fit algorithm. Discrepancies were assessed at 10 different points by one examiner at two different time intervals (0.25 mm was the clinically acceptable threshold limit). One way ANOVA and repeated measures ANOVA were applied for statistical analysis.

Results
Deviations were maximum in the ‘No cure’ group but were statistically insignificant (p-value > 0.05). The deviation values in the ‘40 and 60 min cure’ groups were comparable and statistically significant (p-value < 0.05), with maximum deviation noted in the anterior region. All values in the ‘40 and 60 min cure’ groups were within the clinically acceptable range.

Conclusion
Post-print ultraviolet light curing is a crucial step to ensure the rigidity of the direct-printed aligner. However, increasing the duration of light curing has little effect on aligner accuracy.
Effect of heat acclimation on thermotolerance of in vitro strawberry plantlets
Authors: Seymour Zevon Julio , Mercedes Juan Francisco , Fang Jong-Yi 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT
Strawberry production is facing a serious decline with the increase in global temperature as a result of climate change. Improving the heat tolerance is imperative for the strawberry plants to remain productive under high temperature conditions. The present work aimed to study the effect of heat acclimation on the thermotolerance of strawberry plants subjected to severe heat stress. Tissue cultured Fragaria ‘Taoyuan No. 1’ plantlets were subjected to four heat-acclimation treatments with gradual increase of temperatures from 30°C to 42°C for 1.25 hr to 10 hr before exposing them to the lethal temperature of 48°C for 4 hr. Survival, new leaf emergence and root growth, electrolyte leakage, chlorophyll and proline contents, as well as antioxidant enzyme activities were compared between the control, acclimated and non-acclimated plantlets. Results indicated that heat acclimation was required for the strawberry plantlets to survive under lethal temperature conditions. The acclimated plantlets registered a lower degree of electrolyte leakage and chlorophyll degradation, and a higher proline content compared to the non-acclimated plantlets. The activities of the antioxidant enzymes increased with the elevation of acclimation temperature and peaked at 42°C except for ascorbate peroxidase (APX) whose activity peaked at 39°C. Higher activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), APX, glutathione reductase (GR), catalase (CAT) and peroxidase (POD) were observed in the acclimated plantlets compared to the non-acclimated plantlets. This study demonstrates that heat acclimation improved the thermotolerance of in vitro strawberry plantlets by reducing electrolyte leakage and chlorophyll degradation, as well as by enhancing proline content and antioxidant enzyme activities under severe heat stress.
Comparison of transient elastography and shear wave elastography in patients with MAFLD: A single-center experience
Authors: Kohla Mohamed Ahmed Samy , El Fayoumi Ahmed , Abdelsameea Eman , Elsabaawy Maha , Aly Rasha Abdelhafiz , Elkhadry Sally Waheed , Assem Medhat 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Background: Metabolic-associated fatty liver disease and liver fibrosis are intimately linked to insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and metabolic syndrome. Transient elastography (TE) and point shear wave elastography (pSWE) were used to measure liver stiffness in patients who met the ultrasound criteria for steatotic liver diseases (SLD). This study compared two methods for estimating liver stiffness in patients with SLD, which in turn correlated with liver fibrosis. Method: Ultrasound B-mode imaging was used to identify SLD. In total, 250 MAFLD patients were recruited. Patient characteristics, laboratory investigations, and liver stiffness measurements using TE and pSWE were assessed on the same day.
Results: In the study, 56.0% of the patients were male, with a mean age of 41.5 ± 10.7 years. The correlation between TE and pSWE was significant (Spearman’s r = 0.867*, p < 0.001). The Bland-Altman Plot analysis confirmed this, with 97.5% of variations in LSM falling within 95% agreement ranges. Cohen’s κ was used to assess the agreement between TE and pSWE fibrosis stages, showing almost perfect agreement (83.5% kappa agreement) and a strong association between pSWE and TE in the assessment fibrosis stages.
Conclusion: In patients with MAFLD, TE, and SWE are reliable methods for measuring liver stiffness and can be used as non-invasive screening tools for the assessment of fibrosis in SLD.
Influence Work-Family Conflict, Workplace Well-Being, and The Workload Turnover Intention on Lecturer Performance in LLDIKTI Region IX
Authors: Mariana Lina , Ramly Mansyur , Sinring Bahar , Rahman Zainuddin 
Published: April 2024

Objectives: The research aims to achieve several objectives: Test the effect of work-family conflict on turnover intention.Test the effect of workplace well-being on turnover intention. Test the effect of workload on turnover intention. Test the effect of work-family conflict on performance. Test the effect of workplace well-being on performance. Test the effect of workload on performance. Test the effect of turnover intention on performance. Test the effect of work-family conflict on lecturer performance through turnover intention. Test the effect of workplace well-being on lecturer performance through turnover intention. Test the effect of workload on lecturer performance in Higher Education Region IX through turnover intention.

Methods: This research employs primary data collection, with a population of 17,859 individuals and a sample size of 150. The analysis model used is descriptive quantitative, and Smartpls software is utilized as the analysis tool.

Results: Work-family conflict has a positive but insignificant effect on turnover intention among lecturers in LLdikti Region IX, Makassar. Workplace well-being negatively and significantly affects turnover intention among lecturers in LLdikti Region IX. Workload positively influences turnover intention among lecturers in LLdikti Region IX. Work-family conflict has a negative and insignificant effect on the performance of lecturers in LLdikti Region IX. Workplace well-being positively impacts the performance of lecturers in LLdikti Region IX. Workload negatively affects the performance of lecturers in Higher Education Region IX. Turnover intention positively affects the performance of lecturers in Higher Education Region IX. Work-family conflict insignificantly influences lecturer performance through turnover intention in Higher Education Region IX. Workplace well-being significantly influences lecturer performance through turnover intention in LLdikti Region IX. Workload significantly influences lecturer performance through turnover intention in LLdikti Region IX.

Conclusion: In conclusion, the research findings highlight the nuanced relationships between various factors and their impact on turnover intention and performance among lecturers in Higher Education Region IX. While work-family conflict and workload show mixed effects on turnover intention, workplace well-being emerges as a significant factor influencing both turnover intention and performance positively. The findings underscore the importance of addressing work-related stressors and fostering a supportive work environment to enhance lecturer performance and mitigate turnover intention in academic settings.
PROMOSI APLIKASI KEUANGAN DIGITAL UNTUK UKM WIRAUSAHA WANITA (WITA)
Authors: Nengzih Nengzih , Tarmidi Deden 
Published: April 2024

Abstrak:
Proposal pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk mensosialisasikan bagaimana memahami dan menerapkan teknologi digital yang dapat membantu UKM dalam mendukung kegiatan usahanya. Laporan mengulas inovasi teknologi utama dan bagaimana masing-masing inovasi tersebut memberikan manfaat bagi UKM dalam meningkatkan akses terhadap pembiayaan. Kemudian kajian ini mengeksplorasi tren digitalisasi yang mengatasi hambatan akses terhadap pembiayaan bagi UKM dari perspektif berikut: (i) Digitalisasi produk keuangan UKM; (ii) Digitalisasi UKM; dan (iii) Pasar yang mendukung digitalisasi UKM dan produk keuangan UKM. Proposal pengabdian masyarakat ini menggandeng UKM Wirausaha (WITA), Jakarta. Hal inilah yang mendorong dibentuknya program Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat oleh tim Universitas Mercu Buana yang bertujuan untuk mengedukasi para UKM bagaimana mengelola bisnis UKM yang baik dan efisien dengan memanfaatkan bisnis keuangan digital di era digitalisasi dengan memanfaatkan teknologi berbasis smartphone yang mudah. untuk UKM yang menggunakan keuangan digital ini. Sistem ePayment memperkenalkan sejumlah manfaat dan keuntungan baru bagi bisnis, memberikan mereka keunggulan kompetitif yang mereka perlukan agar menonjol. Berikut adalah beberapa manfaat yang akan diperoleh bisnis Anda dari beralih ke sistem Pembayaran ane. Mengurangi biaya transaksi, mengamankan transaksi pembayaran, menghemat waktu dan sumber daya. Aamiin.

Kata Kunci : Keuangan Digital, Keuangan Inovatif, UKM

Abstract:
This proposal community Service aims to socialize how to understand and implementing digital technologies that can help SMEs to supporting their business activity report reviews the main technology innovations and how each of them benefit SMEs in increasing access to finance. Then it explores the digitalization trends that address the barriers to the access to finance for SMEs from the following perspectives: (i) Digitilized SME financial products; (ii) Digitalization of SMEs; and (iii) Market enablers for the digitalization of SMEs and SME financial products. This proposal community service took SMEs Wirausaha (WITA), Jakarta. This is what prompted the establishment of the Community Service program by Universitas Mercu Buana team which aims to educate SMEs on how to manage a good and efficient SMEs business by using digital finance business in the era of digitalization by utilizing smartphone-based technology that is easy for SMEs using this digital finance. ePayment systems introduce a host of new benefits and advantages for businesses, giving them the competitive advantage they need to stand out. Here are some of the benefits your business will see from switching to ane-Payment system. Reduced transaction costs secure epayment transactions saved Ttme and resources. Aamiin
Keywords: Digital Finance, Innovative Finance, SMEs
Orthodontic patient satisfaction: Validation of an Arabic patient satisfaction questionnaire
Authors: Alansari Reem A. 
Published: April 2024

Objectives:
Orthodontic patient satisfaction is a primary aim of orthodontic treatment. Satisfaction is a multidimensional concept, requiring multi-item questionnaires for it to be adequately assessed. A 58-item, orthodontic patient satisfaction questionnaire (PSQ) was developed to assess orthodontic patient satisfaction. Appropriately adapted assessment tools are needed to assess orthodontics patient satisfaction in different populations. The validity and reliability of such tools should be demonstrated before their use for each target population. The PSQ was yet to be validated in Arabic. Therefore, the objective of this study was to translate, adapt, and validate an Arabic orthodontic PSQ.

Material and Methods:
The 58-item English PSQ was translated to Arabic through translation and back-translation. An expert panel examined the relevance of PSQ items. The questionnaire was circulated through social media to recruit responses from Arabic-speaking orthodontic patients who completed orthodontic treatment. Cronbach’s alpha, item-total correlation (I-TC), and kappa reliability coefficient were calculated. The analysis of variance test was used to compare satisfaction scores between genders and different orthodontic treatment appliances.

Results:
Ten items were removed based on expert ratings. The questionnaire was filled by 327 patients (55.6% females, mean age = 28.5 ± 7.2, 59.8% on metal braces, 35.3% on clear aligners, and 5.2% on tooth-colored braces). Nine questionnaire items were removed because of low I-TC (<0.3). The resulting 39-item questionnaire had a Cronbach alpha of 0.79 and a kappa coefficient of 0.82. The mean total PSQ score of the sample was 167.61 ± 21.45. Items with the top ten highest I-TC correlations had a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.90. Patients on metal braces had a highest mean total PSQ score (P = 0.004). Among these patients, satisfaction with situational aspects was lower but satisfaction with dentofacial, psychosocial, and dental improvements were all higher compared to other orthodontic treatments (P < 0.001).

Conclusion:
The 39-item Arabic PSQ is valid and reliable. A shorter collection of 10 items with high validity were identified. Patients on metal braces had better outcomes, driving higher satisfaction. Studies collecting satisfaction data using the PSQ from orthodontic clinics are needed.
CONCEPÇÕES ALTERNATIVAS NO ENSINO DE MATEMÁTICA SOBRE OS CONCEITOS DE FRAÇÃO, PRODUTOS NOTÁVEIS, ÁREA E PERÍMETRO
Authors: Silva Luciane Alcântara da , Silva Lucas Cunha da , Feitosa Francisco Eteval da Silva 
Published: April 2024

O presente estudo apresenta resultados de uma pesquisa qualitativa com procedimentos bibliográficos, na qual objetivou-se identificar concepções alternativas relacionadas a conceitos matemáticos que são recorrentes, nos erros dos estudantes, presentes nos trabalhos científicos publicados. Como suporte teórico, utilizou-se o conceito de Concepções Alternativas sob diferentes perspectivas teóricas, assim como o conceito de Obstáculos Epistemológicos de Gaston Bachelard. Foi levantada, para a análise de dados, uma concepção alternativa em Aritmética especificamente relacionada ao conceito de fração, uma em Álgebra relacionada a produtos notáveis e outra em Geometria sobre o conceito de área e perímetro. Os resultados obtidos poderão orientar novas pesquisas, bem como os professores de matemática a criarem estratégias didáticas que possibilitem melhores níveis de aprendizagem no ensino de matemática e, consequentemente, a aprendizagem significativa dos estudantes.
A Study on the Role of Lifelong Learning in English Teaching
Authors: Zhao Yue 
Published: April 2024

Under the background of lifelong education, English teaching in colleges and universities should be based on education and teaching methods, pay attention to students’ emotional experience, and help them overcome difficulties encountered in English learning. Through the guidance and training by teachers, we can strengthen students’ self-learning awareness, build their self-confidence, create an English learning atmosphere, reduce tensions in English teaching, and ensure that students’ English skills can be improved. The role of lifelong learning in English teaching is reflected in many aspects. This paper first analyzes the development of lifelong learning and its application in English teaching, and lastly puts forward the methods to incorporate the concept of lifelong learning in English teaching.
Automatic Recognition Technology of Library Books Based on Convolutional Neural Network Model
Authors: Hu Jianping , Yan Yongkang , Xie Zhengguang 
Published: April 2024

Background: The development of technological devices has changed many facets of our lives, particularly the way we engage with information and learning. The advent of automated technology for identification has had a had a revolutionary effect on how we read and organize books within the context of books and data searches. It starts by solving the difficulties in analyzing photos of book pages by using methods such as distortion rectification and book separation. Objective: The research compares the effectiveness of the suggested method with traditional straight-line identification techniques using real-world testing. Methodology: The Skip-Gram model in Word2Vec is used to accurately represent spoken language, allowing word vectors to be generated and input data to be preprocessed for CNN. The results show that the methodology created regarding the present investigation works better than alternatives concerning accuracy and efficiency during line identification. Result:This work advances the field of book suggestion systems by presenting a strong and effective method that leverages CNNs. The findings demonstrate deep learning techniques may be used to optimize system recommendations and improve customer service and happiness in a variety of contexts. This technique creates a bridge between natural language processing and picture evaluation and opens up new possibilities for suggestion advancement along with user satisfaction. Doi: 10.28991/HIJ-2024-05-01-015 Full Text: PDF
Stabilisasi merkuri pada limbah tambang dengan menggunakan zeolit alam
Authors: Budianta Wawan , Idrus Arifudin , Kurniawan Winarto , Prastistho Widyawanto 
Published: April 2024

Pencemaran merkuri yang disebabkan oleh limbah tambang emas tradisional menjadi salah satu masalah lingkungan yang berdampak serius jika tidak dilakukan penangangan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menginvestigasi kemampuan zeolit alam yang diperoleh dari Gunungkidul Yogyakarta untuk menstabilisasi merkuri yang terdapat pada limbah tambang emas tradisional atau tailing. Sampel tailing diambil dari tiga lokasi di Kulon Progo, Wonogiri dan Banyumas, sedangkan sampel zeolit alam diambil dari Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta. Percobaan batch dilakukan pada skala laboratorium untuk menguji efektifitas zeolit alam dalam menstabilisasi merkuri dalam tailing. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa zeolit alam yang digunakan dapat menurunkan konsentrasi merkuri dalam tailing. Kemampuan stabilisasi yang dimiliki oleh zeolit bervariasi tergantung pada konsentrasi awal merkuri pada tailing dan dosis zeolit alam yang ditambahkan.