bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Water Quality Evaluation of Tigris River by using Canadian and Horton Water Quality Index
Authors: Altemimi Zainab , Al-Juhaishi Mohammed 
Published: March 2024

Water quality index (WQI) is a simplified and explicable number calcuated from data on tested prameters in water. In this study, two methods for calculating water quality index (WQI) were used to assess the water quality of Tigris River using monthly data from 2011 to 2013. The data were collected at four different gauging stations. Two gauing stations are located on Tigris River at upstream in Mosul city while the other two downstream gauging stations are located on Tigris River at downstream in Al-Amarah city. The Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment’s (CCME WQI) and Horton (Horton’s WQI) methods were applied to assess the water quality of Tigris River at the selected stations. The data used in the assessment included several parameters such as calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), sodium (Na), potassium (K), chloride (Cl), sulfate (SO4), bicarbonate (HCO3), nitrate (NO3), total dissolved solid (TDS), biochemical oxygen demand (BOD5) and electric conductivity (EC). According to the values of CCME WQI mehod, the quality of Tigris River in Mosul city was at a good level (the values of WQI were varied from 83 to 94) while it and falls under the marginal category in Al-Amarah city (the values were varied from varied from 52 to 59). However, the application of Horton’s WQI method showed that the quality of Tigris River in Mosul city was fluctuated from excellent to good (values of WQI varied from 24 to 80 per month) while it was poor in Al-Amarah city (values of WQI varied from 74 to 160 per month). In conclusion, the Horton’s WQI method was found more relastic when used to assess the water quality of Tigris River compared with CCME WQI method.
IMPROVING EMPLOYEE AND WORKPLACE PERFORMANCE VIA LEAN MANUFACTURING PRACTICES: A CASE STUDY IN TEXTILE COMPANY
Authors: Hatif Hanifah , Lee Khai Loon , Nawanir Gusman 
Published: March 2024

This study explores the possibility of enhancing employee and workplace performance by implementing lean manufacturing practises in a textile industry. It addresses the the limited availability of empirical data concerning lean practices, with a particular focus on the textile industry. Qualitative approaches were employed involving direct observations and in-depth interviews with important stakeholders, followed by a thematic analysis of the data. The findings highlight the effects of lean manufacturing practises (Just-in-Time (JIT), flexibility, and continuous improvement) on worker performance, workplace productivity, quality, and overall organisational performance. The outcomes of this research offer valuable insights and practical recommendations for textile companies aiming to enhance their employee and workplace performance through the adoption of lean manufacturing practices. Such implementation will help to reduce lead time, improve customer satisfaction, and increase productivity and efficiency.
MAPPING THE INVESTMENT EFFICIENCY: A CO-CITATION ANALYSIS
Authors: Phan Hoai Vu , Lai Cheng-Po , Li Hsinkuang , Le Hanh Thi My , Nguyen Thi Kim 
Published: March 2024

This research pioneers a shift in investment efficiency exploration by transcending traditional measurement approaches. The study identifies three main research areas: (1) Factors influencing investment efficiency, (2) Competition, green Research and Development (R&D) and cooperation in the supply chain, and (3) Environmental and renewable considerations in investment efficiency. This is achieved through a document co-citation analysis of 38 highly cited documents. Multidimensional scaling visually maps the intellectual landscape, emphasising the dominance of factors influencing investment efficiency. A 10-year analysis reveals dynamic trends with implications for financial transparency, strategic ownership, social responsibility and technological advancements. The study offers actionable insights for scholars and practitioners, emphasising the necessity of aligning financial goals with sustainability. Despite acknowledged limitations related to data source bias, this research contributes a nuanced understanding of investment efficiency trends, paving the way for future explorations in this vital domain.
Los Spin Doctors de la Presidencia de la República de Colombia
Authors: Ramírez-López Stefania , Rodríguez-Hernández Álvaro Enrique 
Published: March 2024

La presente investigación busca poder precisar patrones comunes y descubrir particularidades que los encargados de las oficinas de prensa y comunicaciones de la Presidencia de la República de Colombia han tenido desde 1974 hasta el 2022, esto por medio de una caracterización de cada una de estas figuras, pues son ellos quienes están al frente de las comunicaciones de una de las instituciones más importantes del país, donde establecen un vínculo entre los gobernantes y los ciudadanos. Asimismo, son ellos quienes se enfrentan a diversas crisis y acontecimientos que marcan cada gobierno, por lo cual están al mando de la creación y el seguimiento de estrategias de comunicación, las cuales tienen un impacto tanto a nivel local, regional, nacional e internacional.
Para cumplir con lo establecido, para este proyecto de investigación se ha construido de manera colaborativa instrumentos para la recolección de datos; asimismo, durante el 2022, se ha realizado diferentes actividades como hackáthones para reunir en el menor tiempo posible información; junto a ello, se diseñó una batería de preguntas y la elaboración de un guion, la cual fue aplicada en entrevistas en profundidad a una muestra seleccionada de spins doctors.
Aquellos datos obtenidos fueron analizados de manera conjunta. Los resultados se encuentran plasmados en una plataforma digital por medio de diversos productos interactivos, previamente elaborados gracias a diferentes herramientas, con el fin de que las personas que estén interesadas en el tema puedan acceder sin problema alguno a la información recolectada durante toda la investigación.
The incidence, gross and histological features of Meckel’s diverticulum: A cadaveric study
Authors: Sinha Manisha B , Ukey Rahul Kishan , Sinha Human Prasad 
Published: March 2024

: Meckel’s diverticulum (MD) develops from persistent omphalomesenteric duct and is an uncommon finding in females. Our aim is to report the incidence of finding of MD in cadavers and to study its gross and histological feature. : The observational study was conducted in 60 cadavers over a period of nine years. In the present study a meckel’s diverticulum was detected in sixty years old female cadaver. : The diverticulum was 63 cm proximal to ileocecal junction. It was 6 cm in length and 3.5cm in width and its tip free from any connections. Histologically, it showed four layers of ileum and patchy areas of coagulative necrosis in the mucosa.: These uneventful Meckel’s diverticulum findings of meckel’s diverticulum should be reported from time to time in particular population which may be beneficial for the surgeons and radiologists.
Retrospective study of CNS tumors in a tertiary care centre in Western Odisha - A 4 year study
Authors: Mishra Jyotirmayee , Nayak Sobhagini , Mohapatra Kaustav , Singh Harish Chandra 
Published: March 2024

Central nervous system (CNS) tumors comprise nearly 3% of all malignancies world-wide whereas in India it accounts for about 2%. In recent years there has been an increase in CNS tumors with new potential risk factors being observed. The aim of the present study is to highlight the histopathological spectrum of brain tumors in a single tertiary care centre in Western Odisha.This retrospective histopathological analysis of CNS tumors was conducted in the Department of Pathology, VIMSAR, Burla, Odisha, India from October 2016 to September 2020. In the span of 4 years, a total of 94 neurosurgical biopsies were studied. Histopathological examination of routinely processed tissue and hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) stained sections of corresponding cases were thoroughly examined. Immunohistochemistry (IHC) was done whenever required. Thereafter an approach was made to diagnose the cases, based on WHO classification system of 2016.A wide range of histopathological spectrum of CNS tumors was observed and was classified according to the WHO classification system of 2016. The primary CNS tumors were graded from Grade I to Grade IV. The most common CNS tumor in our study we found to be Astrocytic tumors (21 cases, 22.34%) followed by Schwannoma (19 cases, 20.21%) and meningiomas (18 cases, 19.14%). The incidence was more among males (59.51%) as compared to females (40.4%). This study provides an information regarding the prevalence of disease in Western Odisha. Use of modern imaging technique helps to a major extent in making a provisional.
Leishman-giemsa cocktail, effective stain in air dried smear- An institutional study
Authors: Panda Sagarika , Sahu Alaka , Gharei Radhamohan , Mishra Tapas Ranjan , Panda Chittaranjan 
Published: March 2024

FNAC is an outpatient procedure and has gained importance in mass screening programs. Staining procedure like MGG and Pap is time-consuming and needs trained persons. So there is a need for a staining procedure that is quick and easy to do. In this regard, LG cocktail has been suggested in many kinds of literature. LG cocktail is a combination of both Leishman and Giemsa stains, which has the advantage of both stains. This is a prospective study at department of pathology, VSSIMSAR Burla. A total of 153 cases were studied from the cytology section. The slides were simultaneously stained with MGG and LG cocktail. The slides were viewed and scored independently by different pathologists. Quality Index (QI) was calculated by dividing this score by the maximum score possible. Quality index of LG cocktail stain is 0.77 compared to MGG Quality Index 0.61. LG cocktail is better than MGG Stain overall staining quality, cytoplasmic and nuclear staining, and staining of background material. LG cocktail has better QI than MGG stain. Thus the use of LG cocktail in cytological staining may increase the overall efficacy by saving time and decreasing the manpower need. These two advantages can help us in mass screening programs and its use in the crowded out-patient department.
Donor Haemovigilance: A South Indian experience
Authors: Rajan Archana , Narayanan Deepa 
Published: March 2024

Blood Donation from healthy screened donors is a well-tolerated procedure. However a small percentage may experience adverse donor reactions. Donor haemovigilance aims at identifying and documenting these reactions for donor safety.: This prospective cross-sectional study conducted at the Department of Transfusion Medicine & Immunohaematology, Govt. Medical College, Kozhikode, Kerala for a one year study period from January 1st 2018 to December 31st 2018 included all adverse donor reactions and donor determinants in vasovagal reactions in allogenic whole blood donors. Donors were assessed as per the Standard Operating Procedure (S.O.P) based on national guidelines. 350ml collection bags were used. Vasovagal reactions were also graded as per the Blood Donation Reactions Inventory scale (B.D.R.I).: During the 1 year study period, 1.79% of 27,800 donors experienced adverse reactions. The most common symptoms were pre-syncopal 1.33% with syncope forming only 0.3% and local reactions 0.16%. Correlation with donor characteristics using Pearsons chi square test showed significance for female gender, first timers and lack of adequate sleep (&#60;5 hrs). In our study there was no association with age (S.O.P guidelines) or food intake &#60;4hrs.Our study reinforces the safety of blood donation with a very low prevalence of adverse reactions. Proper donor counseling and examination noting donor characteristics like adequate sleep, food intake and alleviation of fears and doubts of first timers can play a major role in further reducing the reaction rate and ensuring repeat donors, the need of the hour.
Police Officers Experience Facing Challenges in Combating Crime in Urban and Rural Areas: A Study on District Police Faridpur
Authors: Tithi Sadia Tabassum , Moonmoon Binta Aziz  , Kamona Rani Shadhukha  
Published: March 2024

Background: The purpose of the study is to find out the challenges police officers face while performing their duties and compare those experiences in different settings. Methods: This study follows the descriptive quantitative approach, where it uses a cross-sectional design. In this study, the data were collected from the police officer by cluster sampling method in District Police Faridpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh. With the help of statistical analysis, the study aims to investigate the nature of the challenges faced by police in combating crime in different settings. Findings: The study explores that getting accurate information about crime is the primary challenge. Along with this, officers face mostly environmental challenges (like cooperation and collaboration) and organizational challenges (lack of resources, workload, stress, hostile environment, and financial worries). In using technology, rural area police face more problems than in urban areas. Finally, it shows that implementing different types of policing strategies can improve the effectiveness of crime in both urban and rural settings. Application/ Improvements: The interested executive bodies can use this information to find out more about the challenges faced by police officers in combating crime.
Cacicazgos en las Américas
Authors: María Pedro , Carlos Juan , Henrik Carl , Felipe Ricardo , Murillo Mauricio , J. Mikael , Carlos Juan , Romero Isabel , Miguel Luis , Galindo Rafael , María Ana , Gonzalo Luis , Augusto Carlos , Javier Hernando , D. Scott , A. William , Dever Alejandro , Antonieta María 
Published: March 2024

La presente obra es un reconocimiento al aporte que Robert D. Drennan ha hecho en diferentes ámbitos de la arqueología en las Américas, no solo a través de sus investigaciones y publicaciones sino también como tutor de un considerable número de arqueólogos formados en el programa de doctorado de la Universidad de Pittsburgh, EUA. Los once artículos que se incluyen en este volumen abordan diversos tópicos relacionados con las trayectorias de cambio de distintas sociedades complejas prehispánicas en Latinoamérica, especialmente los denominados cacicazgos.
Difference Disease Knowledge Level in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients at Siloam Lippo Village General Hospital
Authors: Moningkey Shirley Ivonne , Aprilyanri Iegreat , Atmodjo Wahyuni Lukita 
Published: March 2024

<p><strong>Background:</strong> In Indonesia, Diabetes Mellitus (DM) with complications is the third leading cause of death. Risk of complication increases tremendously in uncontrolled diabetes. The level of knowledge is one of the factors affect glycaemic control. However, little study has been done regarding the difference in disease knowledge level in type 2 DM patients. This study aims to find out the difference between the level of DM knowledge and glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients at Siloam Lippo Village General Hospital.</p><p><strong>Methods:</strong> Analytical observational with a cross-sectional study was conducted. 46 type 2 diabetes mellitus patients qualified for the inclusion criteria and were given the self-administered Michigan Diabetes Knowledge Test (MDKT) for General Knowledge Part (GKP) questionnaire and HbA1c test results taken in the past six months to evaluate glycaemic control. Purposive sampling method was used in this study for data collection. Student T-test was done to measure the difference with 95% significancy.</p><p><strong>Result:</strong> In 46 samples were shown that 60.90% women, a majority in the 50-59 age group, and 65.20% with more than 5 years of DM history. Among 46 samples, 26 have uncontrolled glycaemic with a mean score of 6.65 ± 1.83 in knowledge, and 20 have controlled glycaemic with a mean score 7.80 ± 1.61. Student T-test showed significant difference in level of knowledge between controlled and uncontrolled glycaemic levels with p = 0.032.</p><p><strong>Conclusions:</strong> It is concluded that there is a difference in disease knowledge level in type 2 DM patients at Siloam Lippo Village General Hospital. </p>
Overcoming immuno-resistance by rescheduling anti-VEGF/cytotoxics/anti-PD-1 combination in lung cancer model
Authors: Sicard Guillaume , Protzenko Dorian , Giacometti Sarah , Barlési Fabrice , Ciccolini Joseph , Fanciullino Raphaelle 
Published: March 2024

Background: Many tumors are refractory to immune checkpoint inhibitors, but their combination with cytotoxics is expected to improve sensitivity. Understanding how and when cytotoxics best re-stimulate tumor immunity could help overcome resistance to immune checkpoint inhibitors.
Methods: In vivo studies were performed in C57BL/6 mice grafted with immune-refractory LL/2 lung cancer model. A longitudinal immunomonitoring study on tumor, spleen, and blood after multiple treatments including Cisplatin, Pemetrexed, and anti-VEGF, either alone or in combination, was performed, spanning a period of up to 21 days, to determine the optimal time window during which immune checkpoint inhibitors should be added. Finally, an efficacy study was conducted comparing the antiproliferative performance of various schedules of anti-VEGF, Pemetrexed-Cisplatin doublet, plus anti-PD-1 (i.e., immunomonitoring-guided scheduling, concurrent dosing or a random sequence), as well as single agent anti-PD1.
Results: Immunomonitoring showed marked differences between treatments, organs, and time points. However, harnessing tumor immunity (i.e., promoting CD8 T cells or increasing the T CD8/Treg ratio) started on D7 and peaked on D14 with the anti-VEGF followed by cytotoxics combination. Therefore, a 14-day delay between anti-VEGF/cytotoxic and anti-PD1 administration was considered the best sequence to test. Efficacy studies then confirmed that this sequence achieved higher antiproliferative efficacy compared to other treatment modalities (i.e., -71% in tumor volume compared to control).
Conclusions: Anti-VEGF and cytotoxic agents show time-dependent immunomodulatory effects, suggesting that sequencing is a critical feature when combining these agents with immune checkpoint inhibitors. An efficacy study confirmed that sequencing treatments further enhance antiproliferative effects in lung cancer models compared to concurrent dosing and partly reverse the resistance to cytotoxics and anti-PD1.
PENGETAHUAN DAN PERSONAL HYGIENE DENGAN KEJADIAN PEDICULUS HUMANUS CAPITIS DI PONDOK PESANTREN NAHDATUL ULAMA BUMIAYU
Authors: Susiawan Lieza Dwianasari , Faisal Imam Agus , Krisnansari Diah 
Published: March 2024

Latar Belakang Pedikulosis kapitis cukup umum dijumpai pada komunitas padat hunian seperti pondok pesantren. Diperlukan identifikasi faktor risiko predisposisi kejadian pedikulosis untuk mencegah transmisi tungau. Tujuan Mengetahui hubungan personal hygiene dan tingkat pengetahuan terhadap kejadian pedikulosis kapitis pada santri di Pondok Pesantren di Bumiayu. Metode Penelitian ini adalah observasional analitik dengan rancangan potong lintang terhadap santri di salah satu pondok pesantren di Bumiayu. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan metode total sampling yang memenuhi kriteria penelitian, yakni menyetujui informed consent serta mengerti bahasa Indonesia. Analisis bivariat menggunakan uji chi-sqaure dengan taraf signifikansi 0,05. Hasil Sebanyak 51 santri dilibatkan dalam penelitian ini. Usia rerata yang didapatkan 13,6±1,61 tahun dan 34 santri (66,7%) diantaranya perempuan. Prevalensi pedikulosis pada seluruh populasi sebesar 49% (25 orang). Tingkat kejadian pedikulosis pada kelompok pengetahuan cukup-buruk tidak berbeda bermakna dengan kelompok pengetahuan baik (44,8% vs 54,5%; p=0,686). Tingkat kejadian pedikulosis pada kelompok hygiene baik berbeda bermakna dengan kelompok hygiene buruk (59,5% vs 21,4%; p=0,035). Kesimpulan Terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara perilaku personal hygiene dengan kejadian pedikulosis kapitis. Tidak terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara pengetahuan dengan kejadian pedikulosis kapitis di Pondok Pesantren di Bumiayu.
- COMPARISON BETWEEN FINGERPRINT PATTERNS AND TOTALRIDGE COUNT IN DIABETES MELITUS PATIENTS WITH NORMAL POPULATION IN SLEMAN
Authors: Utami Handayani Dwi 
Published: March 2024

Background: The number of people with diabetes mellitus (DM) was increased every year in all countries. Screening tools for early, inexpensive, and non-invasive DM predictors are needed. This research was conducted to see the role of dermatoglyphics in DM. Objective: To see the difference in fingerprint patterns and Total Ridge Count (TRC) in DM patients with normal population. Methods: This cross-sectional study involved 200 subjects consisting of 100 DM patients in Sleman and 100 normal respondents at the Faculty of Medicine, UII, Yogyakarta. Fingerprints are obtained by put the finger into ink stamp then print them on paper. The fingerprint images seen by magnifying glass and the TRC was calculated manually. Results: 200 subjects showed that the most frequent pattern of fingerprints appeared ie loops. Comparison of patterns between DM patients with normal respondents ie, whorl 2.5: 1; loop 1: 1,5; arch 1: 1,25, analyzed with the Mann-Whitney test (p = 0,000). TRC in DM patients was 10,730 with an average of 107 and normal respondents were 15,253 with an average of 152 in the ten fingers. TRC was analyzed using the Mann-Whitney test (p = 0,000). Conclusion: There were significant differences in fingerprint and TRC patterns between DM patients and the normal population (p = 0,000). DM patients found more whorl patterns and fewer TRC than normal respondents.
Analisis Rasch Model pada Instrumen Pre-Test Mahasiswa Program Studi Profesi Dokter Bagian Ilmu Kedokteran Forensik dan Medikolegal Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Padjadjaran Bandung
Authors: Sayusman Chevi 
Published: March 2024

Pre-Test mahasiswa Program Studi Profesi Dokter (PSPD) di bagian Ilmu Kedokteran Forensik dan Medikolegal (IKFM) merupakan instrumen test pada tahap awal pendidikan. Pre-Test tersebut dikembangkan oleh staf pengajar bagian IKFM sebagai instrumen untuk mengetahui kemampuan mahasiswa dan mengenalkan hal-hal yang perlu diketahui pada proses pendidikan. Rasch model digunakan untuk menganalisis Pre-Test tersebut. Penggunaan Rasch model ditujukan untuk menguji validitas dan reliabilitas instrument Pre-Test. Metodologi yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif. Pre-Test menggunakan pilihan berganda terediri dari 3 pilihan. Sampel hasil Pre-Test terdiri dari 291 sampel. Hasil penelitian menunjukan Person measure = 0,37; Nilai Alpha Cronbach (mengukur reliabilitas) 0,74, menunjukan bagus; Person reliability 0.71, menunjukan cukup; Item reliability 0,99, menunjukan istimewa; Untuk person nilai INFIT MNSQ 0,99 dan OUTFIT MNSQ 1,06, menunjukan kualitas yang baik; Nilai separation person H= [(4x1,57) +1]/3 = 2,43, bermakna terdapat dua kelompok responden. Nilai separation item H= [(4xseparation) +1]/3=[(4x8.6) +1]/3= 11.8, bermakna terdapat 12 kelompok item. Berdasarkan Outfit MNSQ terdapat 1aitem yang misfit, yaitu n24. Instrumen Pre-test dapat disimpulkan baik dan dapat digunakan dengan modifikasi atau mengganti 1 aitem yang misfit.