bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of Retention force of Two Different Attachments for Mandibular Implant Supported Overdenture
(A Comparative Study)
Authors: kotb shimaa Hussein , Mamdouh Ahmed , Kamal Hamsa , Gaber Maged , Ammar Mahmoud , Boriqaa Emad 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Objectives: In an in vitro study, comparing the maximum retentive force of ball and socket attachments with locator attachments for mandibular implant-supported overdentures.
Background: Dental implants have revolutionized the field of prosthodontics by offering a reliable and stable solution for patients with missing teeth. Among the various types of implant-supported overdentures, mandibular implant-supported overdentures are commonly used to improve function and esthetics for individuals with total edentulism in the mandible. Retention force is a crucial factor in the success of mandibular implant-supported overdentures, as it directly impacts the stability and comfort of the prosthesis.
Materials and Methods: A comparative study was conducted on two groups of patients who received mandibular implant-supported overdentures with different attachment systems. Group A: received overdentures with Ball and socket attachment system, while Group B: received overdentures with Locator implant attachment system. The retention force of each attachment system was measured using a standardized testing protocol. The measurements were taken at different time points to assess the initial and long-term retention force of the attachments. A gradual increase in tension was observed, and the maximum force required to retain was calculated. The evaluation of retention will occur at baseline (T0) and after 3 months (T1), 6 months (T2), 9 months (T3), and one year (T4) of usage.
Results: The study revealed that Attachment System Ball /Ring exhibited significantly higher retention force compared to Locator implant Attachment System in the initial term assessments. This difference in retention force could be attributed to the design and material properties of the two attachment systems. Locator implant Attachment System demonstrated superior retention force at the end term of assessment.
Conclusion: Both types of attachment systems; Ball/O Ring and Locator attachments are trustworthy modalities for advancement the retention and stability of implant retained mandibular over denture with superior initial stability results for the Locator attachment.
Optimization of Mother-to-Child HIV Transmission Prevention in Guinea: Impact of the Improvement Plan on Performance Indicators at Large-Cohort Sites
Authors: CAMARA Soriba 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Introduction
This study assessed the prevention of mother‒to‒child transmission (PMTCT) in Guinea, focusing on the impact of the World Health Organization’s Option B + strategy for human immunodeficiency virus. This pilot study, conducted across 66 high-burden PMTCT sites, aimed to enhance service accessibility and utilization. The study evaluated the indicators of the mother-to-child transmission of human immunodeficiency virus before and after the implementation of the Option B + strategic plan.
Methods
Data from 66 large-cohort PMTCT sites from 2019 to 2022 were analysed to compare PMTCT metrics before (2019–2020) and after (2021–2022) the improvement initiative. Key indicators were reviewed, and trends were statistically analysed using Mann‒Whitney tests, with a p value less than 0.05 indicating statistical significance.
Results
The implementation of the strategy significantly increased the antiretroviral therapy rate among HIV-positive pregnant women from 66–94%, and full antiretroviral prophylaxis coverage was achieved in infants. However, early infant diagnosis via polymerase chain reaction testing fell short of the national target, highlighting deficiencies in laboratory and specimen transport capacities. The study also revealed regional disparities in the use of PMTCT services.
Conclusion
The improvement plan effectively enhanced antiretroviral therapy and prophylaxis use, demonstrating the benefits of structured interventions and capacity development. Despite improvements, challenges such as insufficient polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing and uneven access to services remain. Future initiatives should aim to equip PMTCT sites with essential resources and promote community-driven health-seeking behaviours in underserved areas.
Problem checklist to identify problems with students in Islamic boarding schools
Authors: Alifia Syifa , Fauziah Fitri , Syaputra Yogi Damai 
Published: June 2024

Purpose - This article aims to analyze the use of DCM (Problem Checklist) to identify student problems in Islamic boarding schools. Second, develop a guidance and counseling service program for Islamic boarding school students' issues.Method - This type of research uses descriptive quantitative analysis. The data collection technique uses the Problem Checklist (DCM) instrument. Data was obtained from 18 students from class XII at the El-Syarief Islamic Boarding School. Data was processed using MS Excel and analyzed using a quantitative description.Result - The research results show that students are very problematic in social and organizational elements, with a percentage of 60%, and personal aspects, with a percentage of 100%. Some guidance and counseling services that can be used to overcome student problems include individual counseling services, group guidance, and information.Implication – This research aims to identify what problems students face in Islamic boarding schools and determine interventions that are appropriate to the issues they face. Counselors in schools and Islamic boarding schools can implement the results of this intervention.Originality - This research strengthens the identification of student problems and designs appropriate interventions to overcome these problems.***Tujuan - Artikel ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis penggunaan DCM (Daftar Cek Masalah) untuk mengidentifikasi masalah santri di pesantren. Kedua, mengembangkan program layanan bimbingan dan konseling untuk permasalahan santri di pondok pesantren.Metode - Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan analisis kuantitatif deskriptif. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan instrumen Daftar Cek Masalah (DCM). Data diperoleh dari 18 siswa kelas XII di Pondok Pesantren El-Syarief. Data diolah menggunakan MS Excel dan dianalisis menggunakan deskripsi kuantitatif.Hasil - Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa santri sangat bermasalah pada unsur sosial dan organisasi, dengan persentase 60%, dan aspek pribadi, dengan persentase 100%. Beberapa layanan bimbingan dan konseling yang dapat digunakan untuk mengatasi permasalahan siswa antara lain layanan konseling individu, bimbingan kelompok, dan informasi.Implikasi - Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi masalah apa saja yang dihadapi siswa di pondok pesantren dan menentukan intervensi yang sesuai dengan masalah yang mereka hadapi. Konselor di sekolah dan pondok pesantren dapat mengimplementasikan hasil intervensi ini.Orisinalitas - Penelitian ini memperkuat identifikasi masalah santri dan merancang intervensi yang tepat untuk mengatasi masalah tersebut.
Assessing soil erosion and its drivers in agricultural landscapes: a case study in southern Bahia, Brazil
Authors: François Mathurin , Gonçalves Pontes Maria Carolina , de Vasconcelos Rodrigo Nogueira , de Oliveira Ulisses Costa , Peixoto da Silva Heraldo , Faria Deborah , Mariano-Neto Eduardo 
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT
Erosion is a worldwide threat to biodiversity conservation and agricultural yield, and it is linked to deforestation. In this study, we aim to assess soil loss in landscapes of Cachoeira River watershed, in southern Bahia, northeastern Brazil. We estimate the role of forests in diminishing soil erosion using the Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE). We compare real and simulated scenarios in which the forest was replaced by agricultural use, also comparing estimates of erosivity factor (R factor) derived from remote sensing and climatological station data. Real and simulated annual soil losses varied from 0 to 15.95 t/year and from 0 to 33.53 t/year along the watershed, respectively. However, only 0.04 and 1.67% of this area is highly and severely exposed to erosion, using data from climatological stations and remote sensing, respectively. Soil loss in the simulated deforested scenario was approximately two times higher than the real annual soil loss, indicating the importance of forest cover to mitigate soil erosion. Moreover, soil loss was 10.5 times greater when using precipitation data from remote sensing compared to climatological stations. Conclusively, the practice of agroforestry can be used as an alternative to avoid erosion.
Polystyrene composite system: An alternative for wastewater treatment
Authors: Gomes Amaro Niniedna Niedja , Borges França Kepler , Batista de Souza Neto Osmar , da Silva Cruz Wellerson , de Vasconcellos Araújo Morgana 
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACTRapid population growth intensifies water scarcity, highlighting the importance of treatment technologies such as reverse osmosis and membrane filtration to ensure safe drinking water and preserve resources. The use of polystyrene as a filter for polluted water is valuable due to its porous surface, efficiently retaining impurities. The system, a tubular reactor with a mixed polystyrene bed, underwent evaluations with varying particle sizes, flow rates and times, operating in dead-end mode and series system without recirculation with theoretical residence times between 180 and 360 min. The study, divided into two phases, optimized the system in the first phase, characterizing the filter bed and carrying out maintenance for 360 min at 0.5 L/min. Phase two evaluated the performance of the reactor in treating wastewater with flow rates of 0.5 and 1 L/min for 180 min. Under the best conditions of Phase I, 55% of Escherichia coli and turbidity were deactivated, not meeting potability standards. In Phase II, there was efficiency in the removal of several parameters, such as chemical oxygen demand (78.26%), total phosphorus (75%), nitrate (73.42%), ammonia (73.13%), nitrite (69.33%), potassium (70.83%), and sodium (68.75%). In addition, 98.32% of E. coli was deactivated, meeting CONAMA Class 2 and 3 irrigation standards.
Development and Evaluation of PEG-gelatin-based Microparticles to Enhance
the Oral Delivery of Insulin
Authors: Alfa John , Ben Amadi , Buxaderas Eduardo , Akpa Paul , Hanifah Abdulmumin , Oseni Okolo Martin-Luther , Kenechukwu Franklin C. , Mumuni Momoh A. , Diaz David Diaz 
Published: June 2024

Background:
Diabetes mellitus is a global disease identified by hyperglycemia due to defects in insulin
secretion, insulin action, or both.

Objective:
The main objective of this research was to evaluate the ability of gelatinized Poly(ethylene glycol)
(PEG) microparticles to be used as carriers for oral insulin delivery via double emulsion preparation.

Methods:
Five different batches of the formulation consisting of gelatin:PEG were prepared as follows: 0:1
(W1), 1:0 (W2), 1:1 (W3), 1:3 (W4), and 3:1 (W5). The prepared microparticles (from insulin-loaded batches)
had particle sizes ranging from 19.5 ± 0.32-23.9 ± 0.22 μm and encapsulation and loading capacities ranging
from 78.8 ± 0.24-88.9 ± 0.95 and 22.2 ± 0.96-29.7 ± 0.86%, respectively. The minimum and maximum in
vitro release rates were 8.0 and 66.0%, respectively, for batches W1 and W2 at 8 h.

Results:
Insulin-loaded MPs induced a significant decrease in glucose levels, with a reduction from 100 to
33.35% in batch W5 at 9 h compared to that of subcutaneous insulin (100 to 22.63%). A liver function study
showed that the formulation caused no obvious toxicity to the experimental rats.

Conclusion:
Gelatinized PEG-based microparticles as insulin delivery systems may open a new window into
the development of oral insulin for diabetic treatment.
Hypothesizing the Oleic Acid-Mediated Enhanced and Sustained Transdermal Codelivery of Pregabalin and Diclofenac Adhesive Nanogel: A Proof of Concept
Authors: Datta Deepanjan , Noor Afeefa , Rathee Anjali , Singh Snigdha , Kohli Kanchan 
Published: June 2024

:
Pregabalin (PG) and diclofenac diethylamine (DEE) are anti-inflammatory
molecules that are effective in relieving inflammation and pain associated with
musculoskeletal disorders, arthritis, and post-traumatic pain, among others.
Intravenous and oral delivery of these two molecules has their limitations. However,
the transdermal route is believed to be an alternate viable option for the delivery of
therapeutic molecules with desired physicochemical properties. To this end, it is vital to
understand the physicochemical properties of these drugs, dosage, and strategies to
enhance permeation, thereby surmounting the associated constraints and concurrently
attaining a sustained release of these therapeutic molecules when administered in
combination. The present work hypothesizes the enhanced permeation and sustained
release of pregabalin and diclofenac diethylamine across the skin, entrapped in the
adhesive nano-organogel formulation, including permeation enhancers. The solubility
studies of pregabalin and diclofenac diethylamine in combination were performed in
different permeation enhancers. Oleic acid was optimized as the best permeation
enhancer based on in vitro studies. Pluronic organogel containing pregabalin and
diclofenac diethylamine with oleic acid was fabricated. Duro-Tak® (87-2196) was
added to the organogel formulation as a pressure-sensitive adhesive to sustain the
release profile of these two therapeutic molecules. The adhesive organogel was
characterized for particle size, scanning electron microscopy, and contact angle
measurement. The HPLC method developed for the quantification of the dual drug
showed a retention time of 3.84 minutes and 9.69 minutes for pregabalin and
diclofenac, respectively. The fabricated nanogel adhesive formulation showed the
desired results with particle size and contact angle of 282 ± 57 nm and ≥120⁰,
respectively. In vitro studies showed the percentage cumulative release of 24.90 ±
4.65% and 33.29 ± 4.81% for pregabalin and diclofenac, respectively. In order to
accomplish transdermal permeation, the suggested hypothesis of fabricating PG and
DEE nano-organogel in combination with permeation enhancers will be a viable drug
delivery method. In comparison to a traditional gel formulation, oleic acid as a
permeation enhancer increased the penetration of both PG and DEE from the
organogel formulation. Notably, the studies showed that the use of pressure-sensitive
adhesives enabled the sustained release of both PG and DEE.Therefore, the results
anticipated the hypothesis that the transdermal delivery of adhesive PG and DEEbased
nanogel across the human skin can be achieved to inhibit inflammation and
pain.
Effect of Magnetized Water on Partially Replaced Aggregate with Silica Sand in Concrete
Authors: Y M Arun Kumar , Pandit Poornachandra , Malkapur Santhosh 
Published: June 2024

Introduction
The study aimed to investigate the impact of “Magnetized water” on the mechanical properties of M30-grade concrete partially replaced by silica sand.

Methods
Two different grades of silica sand were utilized as fine aggregate, with 25% and 50% replacement rates. The concrete was prepared using a W/C ratio of 0.41 and a specific amount of superplasticizer. The water was magnetized using a 10000 Gauss magnetic fluid enhancer, resulting in “magnetized water.”

Results
Magnetization resulted in a 10% improvement in the workmanship of the concrete, as well as a 5% reduction in water usage with additive dosage.

Conclusion
The compressive strength of concrete with silica sand was 10% higher than that of conventional concrete, and the addition of magnetized water further increased to 20% of compressive strength and the slump increased by 10%.
The Investigation of Stability on Slopes Utilizing Reinforcement Gabion Walls and Concrete Piles for Mitigating Landslide Disasters
Authors: Chairullah Banta , Sungkar Munira , Munirwan Reza Pahlevi , Jamaluddin Khaizal , Ramadhani Ferda Febrian , Jaya Ramadhansyah Putra 
Published: June 2024

Introduction
Landslides frequently occur along roads crossing mountainous terrain during the rainy season, posing a significant risk of severe disruption to land transportation routes. Efficient and accurate resolutions are essential in managing landslides to facilitate immediate transportation recovery, such as gabion walls and pile installation.

Aim
This article aimed to evaluate the effect of installing gabions and piles for safety measures on the stability of slope landslides. The analysis of slope stability was performed utilizing the Plaxis 2D software. For reinforced slopes, the Safety Factor (SF) value utilized as a benchmark for evaluating slope stability was SF ≥ 1.5.

Methods
An assessment of the stability of the slope was conducted under three conditions: its original state, after reinforcement with gabions, and after the integration of gabions with mini piles. The dimensions of the gabion setting, as determined by the L-W-H notation (length-width- height), were 2 m x 1m x 0.5 m and 1 m x 2 m x 0.5 m. The pile was designed to be 2.5 m long at the gabion's end. The analysis was conducted at 45°, 60°, 70°, and 90° slopes.

Results
Based on the results of slope stability calculations, an SF = 1.11 was determined under no reinforcement conditions. By applying reinforced gabion walls measuring 2 m in width combined with mini piles at a 45° slope, the best SF was achieved, which was 2.58.

Conclusion
Given the comparable topographical circumstances, it is expected that the outcomes of this analysis on slope stability will be applicable in mitigating the occurrence of landslides.
PERSEPSI NASABAH TERHADAP EFEKTIVITAS PENYALURAN KREDIT UMKM BANK JAMBI DENGAN CITRA BANK SEBAGAI VARIABEL INTERVENING
Authors: Septian Elfin 
Published: June 2024

Bank Daerah Jambi didirikan untuk menunjang serta mendorong pembangunan dan mengembangkan pertumbuhan ekonomi daerah dalam rangka meningkatkan taraf hidup masyarakat dengan memberikan bantuan modal berupa kredit UMKM karena UMKM sangat berkontribusi bagi ekonomi dan kesejahteraan masyarakat. Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan menguji pengaruh kualitas pelayanan, tingkat bunga bank dan citra bank terhadap efektivitas penyaluran kredit UMKM di Bank Pembangunan Daerah Jambi serta menguji pengaruh citra Bank sebagai variabel mediasi antara kualitas pelayanan, tingkat bunga bank terhadap efektivitas penyaluran kredit. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan memberikan kuisioner kepada nasabah atau pelaku UMKM yang memiliki kredit di Bank Pembangunan Daerah Jambi, penentuan sampel dalam penelitian ini menggunakan rumus slovin untuk menghitung jumlah sampel kemudian dibagi dengan komposisi besar pinjaman, analisis data menggunakan bantuan aplikasi Smart PLS 4 untuk mengetimasi model yang diteliti. Hasil penelitian ini menemukan bahwa kualitas pelayanan dan tingkat bunga Bank memiliki pengaruh positif signifikan terhadap efektivitas penyaluran kredit UMKM, Sedankan Citra bank tidak memiliki pengaruh terhadap efektivitas penyaluran kredit UMKM. Kualitas pelayanan dapat dimediasi oleh citra Bank dan tingkat bunga tidak dapat dimediasi oleh citra bank terhadap efektivitas penyaluran kredit UMKM di Bank Jambi. Service quality can be mediated by the bank's image and interest rates cannot be mediated by the bank's image on the effectiveness of MSME lending at Bank Jambi.
PENGUJIAN PEMODERASI AZAS TRI PANTANGAN TERHADAP SISTEM INFORMASI AKUNTANSI DAN PARTISIPASI MASYARAKAT PADA AKUNTABILITAS DANA DESA
Authors: Ayem Sri , Rahmawati Lina 
Published: June 2024

Abstrak
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh sistem informasi akuntansi dan partisipasi masyarakat terhadap akuntabilitas dana desa dengan tri pantangan sebagai variabel moderasi, Penelitian ini dilakukan pada desa-desa di Kapanewon Playen. Sampel dipilih dengan metode purposive sampling dan terdiri dari 13 desa. Teknik analisis data menggunakan uji kualitas data, uji asumsi klasik, uji regresi berganda, dan uji hipotesis. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan sistem informasi akuntansi berpengaruh negatif, partisipasi masyarakat berpengaruh positif dan tri pantangan tidak mampu memoderasi. Implikasi dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa di desa-desa di Kapanewon Playen, akuntabilitas dana desa dapat dipengaruhi oleh partisipasi masyarakat, oleh karena itu, hasil penelitian ini dapat dijadikan pertimbangan untuk memperhatikan partisipasi masyarakat sehingga dapat meningkatkan akuntabilitas dana desa.
Kata kunci: Sistem informasi akuntansi, partisipasi masyarakat, tri pantangan, akuntabilitas dana desa
Abstract
This research aims to determine the effect of accounting information systems and community participation on village fund accountability with the tri pantangan as a moderating variable. This research was conducted in villages in Kapanewon Playen. The sample was selected using purposive sampling and consisted of 13 villages. Data analysis techniques use data quality tests, classical assumption tests, multiple regression tests, and hypothesis tests. The results of this research show that the accounting information system has a negative effect, community participation has a positive effect and the tri pantagan cannot moderate it. The implications of this research show that in villages in Kapanewon Playen, the accountability of village funds can be influenced by community participation. Therefore, the results of this research can be used as a consideration for increasing the accountability of village funds.
Keywords: Accounting information system, community participation, Tri Pantangan, accountability of village funds
Akurasi arah qiblat menggunakan Qiblat Tracker Berbasis Software Sun Compas dan Star Walk di masjid Islamic Center Dato Tiro Bulukumba
Authors: Marsono Muhaimin , Aisyah Nur 
Published: June 2024

Qiblat merupakan perkara yang di anggap tidak sepele dalam pelaksanaan ibadah, sehingga perlu untuk mengetahui arah qiblat dengan benar. Pada sejarah perkembangan ilmu falak, khususnya pada instrumen yang digunakan dalam penentuan arah qiblat mengalami perkembangan sangat pesat. Para ilmuan-ilmua falak banyak menemukan alat baru dalam penentuan arah qiblat dengan mengikuti perkembangan zaman, alat-alat klasik yang kemudian dikembangkan pada saat ini menjadi instrumen baru. QiblatTracker merupakan salah satu instrumen baru dalam menentukan arah qiblat pada siang hari dan malam hari, dalam pengujian alat ini mendapatkan hasil yang akurat dan sama dengan hasil penentuan arah qiblat dengan menggunakan metode perhitungan, istiwa, dan GoogleEarth yaitu azimutqiblat 292° di Masjid IslamicCenter dato Tiro Kabupaten Bulukumba.
Analisis Penentuan Waktu-waktu Haram Salat di Sungguminasa Kecamatan Somba Opu dalam Perspektif Ilmu falak
Authors: Amirah Nur , Latuconsina Mahyuddin 
Published: June 2024

Dalam pelaksaaan ibadah salat yang menjadi kewajiban utama bagi umat Islam perlu diketahui bahwa dalam penentuan waktu salat lima waktu (maktubah), tidak semua akhir waktu salat sebagai awal waktu salat berikutnya hal ini disebabkan karena di antara waktu salat maktubah terdapat pula waktu yang diharamkan untuk melaksanakan salat yang apabila melakukan salat di waktu tersebut yang di dapat bukan pahala melaikan dosa. Sehingga perlu adanya upaya pengenalan kepada masyarakat Muslim terkait dengan waktu-waktu haram salat melalui dengan istrumen penentuan waktu haram salat dalam bidang keilmuan Ilmu Falak yang menggunakan beberapa data dan alat yaitu di antaranya dengan calculator scientific, baik itu dari data lintang, lintang tempat, deklinasi, dan juga dari data ephimeris 2020 dari Kementrian Agama daerah yang akan di hitung atau ingin di ketahui waktu haram salatnya. Namun yang menjadi permasalahan kemudian adalah keilmuan ini hanya berkembang di beberapa individu atau beberapa kelompak masyarakat saja, penyebarannya tidak secara universal diketahui oleh masyarakat Muslim, sehingga tentu perlu dilakukan pengenalan lebih lanjut terkait dengan waktu-waktu haram salat dengan metode penentuannya.