bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Depth distribution of plant-parasitic nematodes on bentgrass golf greens in Missouri and Indiana
Authors: McCurdy Asa L. , Barizon Jefferson , Miller G.L. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Control of plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs) on golf putting greens with nematicides is dependent on the seasonal occurrence and depth distribution of target PPN populations. This study aimed to determine if plant-parasitic nematode populations on golf course putting greens in Missouri and Indiana peaked at a targetable depth at a specific time in the year, focusing primarily on lance (Hoplolaimus spp.) and root-knot (Meloidogyne spp.) nematodes. To elucidate species diversity in the region, rDNA from a subset of lance and root-knot nematodes was sequenced and analyzed, with additional micromorphology of a lance nematode assessed in scanning electron micrographs (SEM). Soil samples were taken to a depth of 25 cm and stratified into 5 cm increments during April, June, August and October at seven sites across Missouri, three in the Kansas City metro of Kansas in 2021 and in ten sites across Indiana in 2022. Samples were stratified in five-centimeter increments and aggregated for a total of 100 cm3 of soil at each depth for each sampling. Samples were processed using a semi-automatic elutriator followed by the sucrose-flotation method, and populations were counted using a hemocytometer and recorded. For molecular characterization, rDNA was extracted and analyzed from 31 individual lance nematodes from one site in Missouri and eight sites in Indiana, and 13 root-knot nematodes from nine sites across Indiana. A significant interaction occurred between sampling month and depth for lance and ring nematodes Missouri/KS, with both PPN populations peaking at the 0–5 cm depth during October, which is well after most targeted nematicide applications are applied. Ring nematodes in Indiana did not follow this trend and were most abundant in August at a depth of 0–5 cm. No significant interaction between depth and month occurred for lance or root-knot nematodes in Indiana, or root-knot nematodes in Missouri/KS. Hoplolaimus stephanus and H. magnistylus were the lance species identified on golf greens, and Meloidogyne naasi, M. graminicola and M. marylandi were the root-knot species identified. Scanning-electron micrographs confirmed morphological characteristics unique to H. stephanus.
Effectiveness of Nutritional Intervention Led by Clinical Dietitian in Patients at Risk of Malnutrition at the Primary Healthcare Level in Slovenia - Evaluation Study
Authors: Mlakar-Mastnak Denis , Blaž Kovač Milena , Terčelj Mila , Uhan Samo , Majdič Neža , Rotovnik Kozjek Nada 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Clinical dietitians play a crucial role in the nutritional support of patients at risk of malnutrition in primary care settings. The study aimed to evaluate the effect of an individualized nutritional intervention on clinically relevant outcomes for patients with chronic disease at nutritional risk.

Methods
A longitudinal evaluation study was conducted in two Slovenian primary health centres. We used pre-test and post-test design. Patients with chronic disease were screened using the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool and additional risk factors (≥70 years and BMI <22 kg/m2; lower food intake in the last five days). Patients at nutritional risk were referred to a clinical dietitian for individual nutritional intervention. The effect of the nutritional intervention was assessed six months after the patients’ first visit with a clinical dietitian.

Results
The sample included 94 patients. Nutritional risk was reduced significantly in high-risk and moderate-risk patients. In a subgroup of patients with a MUST score ≥1 (77 patients), body weight, BMI, Fat-Free Mass Index (FFMI), energy intake, and protein intake increased significantly (p<0.001). At the same time, the phase angle significantly increased (p<0.001), but there were no statistically significant changes in the improvement of grip strength. In a subgroup of patients with MUST score 0 (17 patients), we observed an increase in their median daily energy intake (p<0.001) and median protein intake (p=0.003).

Conclusion
Nutritional intervention delivered by a clinical dietitian improved patients’ nutritional intake and nutritional and functional status.
Pengembangan Kawasan Wisata Air Terjun Pria Laot, Sabang
Authors: Irayana Cut Tasya , Zainuddin Zainuddin , Yusuf Myna Agustina 
Published: March 2024

Abstrak Wisata pegunungan Air Terjun Pria Laot memiliki panorama alam yang asri dan memiliki udara yang bersih ditengah hutan. Saat ini sarana pariwisata pada kawasan wisata Air Terjun Pria Laot belum dapat digunakan sepenuhnya oleh pengunjung. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kondisi eksisting dan memberikan arahan pengembangan sarana dan prasarana obyek wisata Air Terjun Pria Laot. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan analisis deskriptif dan analisis SWOT dari hasil pengumpulan data primer yang dilakukan dengan observasi, wawancara serta data sekunder yang dikumpulkan dari bahan bacaan. Hasil yang didapatkan adalah kondisi eksisting kawasan wisata Air Terjun Pria Laot memiliki atraksi wisata yang indah dan alami,namun kondisi jalan harus dilakukan perbaikan, ketersediaan transportasi umum sangat minim, tempat parkir dan kamar ganti/toilet belum sesuai dengan Peraturan Menteri, belum adanya sistem pengelolaan sampah dan tidak adanya paket wisata yang melayani perjalanan ke obyek wisata. Strategi prioritas berdasarkan SWOT adalah menambahkan pengembangan kawasan wisata Air Terjun Pria Laot dalam rencana Pemerintah Kota Sabang, meningkatkan kualitas, perbaikan dan pengadaan terhadap sarana serta melakukan promosi objek wisata air terjun.A
Analysis of Base And Non-Base Sectors in The Economic Development of Jayawijaya Regency
Authors: Redu Silas Tanggu , Vernanda Vedrix , Sumaryadi Agus 
Published: March 2024

Jayawijaya Regency is the economic center for the central mountainous region in Papua Province. As an economic center, there is a growing gap between economic sectors, uneven income distribution, and a very high poverty rate in Jayawijaya Regency. Therefore, this research was conducted with the aim of 1) knowing the base and non-base economic sectors in the economic development of Jayawijaya Regency, and 2) knowing the projected changes and competitive advantages of the Jayawijaya Regency economic sectors. The location of the study is determined purposively. The data type is secondary data in the form of Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) of Jayawijaya Regency at 2010 Constant Market Prices by Industry for the period 2010-2019. The source of the data comes from BPS (Berau Central of Statistics) Jayawijaya Regency and Papua Province. The data were analyzed using LQ and DLQ analysis methods. The results showed that there are 15 base or superior economic sectors and 2 non-base or potential economic sectors from 17 economic sectors in Jayawijaya Regency. Non-base economic sectors are the mining and quarrying industry; and water supply, sewerage, waste management and remediation activities. Projections of changes and competitive advantages of the economic sector show that repositioning occurs in the water supply, sewerage, waste management and remediation activities, while the mining and quarrying industries have not undergone changes with low competitiveness
Study of the Determination of Three-Point Flexural Strength Loading in Resin and Reinforcing Ornamental Stones
Authors: Castilho Evanizis Dias Frizzera , Lacerda Mario Sergio de Brito , Meyer Ana Paula , Sant’Ana Maria Angelica Kramer , Aguiar Mariane Costalonga de , Agrizzi Carlos Paulino 
Published: March 2024

Theoretical framework: Brazil is one of the world's largest producers of ornamental stones, and is therefore the richest country in granite diversity in the world. Improvements in processing and production techniques have been developed over the years to add value to the final product. The resistance of stones is a preponderant factor for their application in certain environments. Some stone industries try to improve the resistance of the material by resining or reinforcing (resin plus fiberglass mesh) on their material.

Method/project/approach: the work studied the behavior of resined and reinforced stones (resin plus fiberglass mesh). three-point flexural strength tests were carried out on pegmatite stones and quartzites. They were divided into groups with just resin and others with resin plus fiberglass mesh.

Results and conclusion: The results showed that in the group of Pegmatite stones it was possible to obtain a gain of up to 44% in material resistance when resined and reinforced. However, the Quartzites did not have a significant gain, in some cases they obtained a lower value when reinforced. Only one of the quartzites achieved a 14% gain in resistance. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out a preliminary study with laboratory tests before resining and reinforcing the ornamental stones for sold.

Research implications: Compare the three-point flexural strength between samples of pegmatic and quartzite stones and evaluate the resistance of reinforced (resin plus fiberglass mesh) and resin (resin) stones.

Originality/value: analyze the influence of resin and fiberglass mesh on the three-point flexural strength of ornamental stones.
Factors nd Problems Affecting English Listening Comprehension Skills of Eic Undergraduate Students at Rmutl Tak, Thailand
Authors: Rungsinanont Sathirasak 
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This quantitative research is to investigate the significant factors and to discover the existing problems affecting English listening comprehension skills of EIC undergraduate students at RMUTL Tak, Thailand.

Method: This is survey research. The participants were 46 students who were the 3rd and 4th year students selected by purposive method. The research instrument was an online questionnaire which was gathered and analyzed by descriptive statistics.

Results and Conclusion: The findings reveal that factors affecting English listening comprehension skills compose of (1) Factors relating to text, (2) Factors relating to linguistic features, (3) Factors relating to speakers, and (4) Factors relating to listeners. The problems affecting English listening comprehension skills compose of (1) Speaker accent, (2) Speaker speed of speaking, (3) New vocabulary and (4) English knowledge of the listeners respectively, and overall, it was found that students had listening comprehension problems at high level (x ̅ = 3.80, S.D. = 0.763). Furthermore, both the factors and the problems highlighted were crucial information required to remedy and improve the students' English listening comprehension skills.

Research Implications: Therefore, those who want to improve their English listening comprehension should be aware of these factors and problems; however, others factors and problems must be considered when developing English listening comprehension as well. Furthermore, listeners should be aware of all factors and problems that affect their intelligibility and should develop their own listening more or practice listening more for solving the factors and problems exploring in this study, practicing listening to a variety of listening media, such as the news, music, movies, talk shows, speeches or talks: Ted Talks as one of the listening strategy applied, to become accustomed to and learn more about the various accents and speaker speeds and listener can practice their own listening skills further outside the classroom.

Originality/Value: Teachers can use these to solve problems for students to practice listening skills in the classroom, and those who want to practice listening skills can apply these methods or practice themselves to improve their listening skills. Nevertheless, this research still has some weaknesses.
Overcoming Stunting Through Local Wisdom Community Towards a Food Consumption Diversity: A Preliminary Research of Torbangun Leaves (Coleus Amboinicus L) Biscuit
Authors: Nababan Donal , Ismail Rizabuana , Sihotang Devi 
Published: March 2024

Objective: This paper shows that torbangun leaves (Coleus Amboinicus L) are suitable for nursing mothers in a practical, comfortable, and healthy form according to the standards of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia, namely in the form of biscuits. In the Batak ethnic group in Indonesia, it was found that local wisdom in the community that torbangun leaves are believed to improve the quality of breast milk for infants aged 12-24 months. Various studies show that the torbangun leaf contains elements that can increase a baby's height and nutrition.

Method: The research was conducted experimentally to obtain biscuits from torbangun leaves based on the biscuits' aroma, texture, taste, and color. The last method is to intervene in stunting children aged 12-24 months. Children were grouped into children who were given biscuits with torbangun leaves and children who were given biscuits without torbangun leaves for three months every day.

Result and Conclusion: The findings from the organoleptic test showed that the most suitable biscuits to be given to children aged 12-24 months were biscuits with the addition of torbangun leaf flour. There was a significant difference in body length in children who were given biscuits mixed with torbangun leaves and without torbangun leaves.

Research implications: Research related to food consumption diversity comes from traditional knowledge of the Toba Batak ethnicity, which can be modified into healthy food to overcome stunting. From this initial research, the food industry can develop it into biscuits as a supplement for children aged 6-24 months.

Originality/value: The value of this study lies in new findings in the field of supplementary diet and food consumption diversity for nutritional improvement in children aged 6 -24 months. To ensure reliability, the habit of adding food supplements to nursing mothers based on traditional knowledge of one ethnicity was studied through laboratory studies. Furthermore, the raw materials always used by breastfeeding mothers are checked to be modified into biscuits so that they are easy to obtain, easy to use, and low cost.
ABASTECIMENTO ALTERNATIVO DE ÁGUA: USO, DEMANDA E DESTINAÇÃO FINAL EM UMA COMUNIDADE RURAL NO SEMIÁRIDO ALAGOANO
Authors: Santos Wendell José Soares dos , Paiva Anderson Luiz Ribeiro de , Santos Sylvana Melo dos , Coelho Victor Hugo Rabello 
Published: March 2024

Objetivo: Caracterizar o uso, as demandas e os tipos de mananciais hídricos mais relevantes e destino final das águas residuárias para a comunidade Quandu, na zona rural de Poço das Trincheiras – AL.
Teórico Referencial: No Nordeste brasileiro o abastecimento público, no período de estimativa, é um desafio, visto que a atualização é equipada em alguns meses do ano. Esse fator agrava ainda mais a situação de acesso à água nas zonas rurais semiáridas, onde o abastecimento convencional é deficitário.
Método: Foi realizada uma aplicação de questionários na comunidade, passando a conhecer as fontes de abastecimento de água, suas finalidades de uso, as demandas e a destinação final.
Resultados e Discussão: Devido à disponibilidade e à facilidade de acesso, a água armazenada no aluvião é a principal fonte de abastecimento da comunidade, e é utilizada preponderantemente em usos menos nobres. Para os usos mais nobres, muitos recorrem à água da chuva e aos carros pipas. A maioria da população destina o esgoto sanitário para fossas sépticas e para dispositivos de drenagem superficial do tipo sarjeta, que pela proximidade do aluvião traz uma situação preocupante.
Implicações da Pesquisa: Os resultados poderão ser utilizados para auxiliar no planejamento de ações para o fortalecimento de políticas públicas voltadas à gestão dos recursos hídricos que estão disponíveis na área de estudo.
Originalidade/Valor: A pesquisa apresenta uma metodologia que auxilia no conhecimento das demandas, dos tipos de usos e das fontes alternativas de abastecimento de água, podendo ser útil para nortear outras pesquisas em comunidades rurais que se reúnem pesquisas científicas.
Implementation of Learning Management System-Based Character Education in Elementary Schools
Authors: Fajarianto Otto , Sangadji Kapraja , Wijayanti Silvana Kardinar , Sakmaf Marius Suprianto , Afriani Linda 
Published: March 2024

Objective: This research aims to describe the extent to which the application of character education based on the learning management system in basic education.

Theoretical Framework: This topic presents the main concepts and theories that underpin the research. This topic highlights the Implementation of Character Education based on a Learning Management System in Primary Schools, providing a solid basis for understanding the research context.

Method: The research approach used is quantitative descriptive research. This approach was chosen because this research aims to describe the extent to which the implementation of character education based on the learning management system in DS has been successful.

Results and Discussion: Learning management system applications, such as Google Classroom, are very useful as a means of online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Punctuality in collecting assignments is also an important indicator of the students' character in the learning process. Discipline in completing assignments and activity in the discussion and question-and-answer process also have top priority in students' character.

Research Implications: The practical and theoretical implications of this research are discussed, providing insights into how the results can be applied or influence practices in the field of education. These implications may cover character education based on a learning management system in primary education.

Originality/Value: This research contributes to the literature with the concept of character education. The relevance and value of this research is evidenced by the results of the study, namely, the Learning Management System is very useful as a means of online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Punctuality in collecting assignments is also an important indicator of students' character in the learning process. Discipline in completing assignments and activity in the discussion and question-and-answer process also have top priority in student character.
The Impact of Schoolpreneur Model on Effectiveness of Entrepreneurship in Malaysian Secondary School
Authors: Janudin Sharul Effendy , Saifuddin Saiful Adzlan , Salleh Mad Ithnin 
Published: March 2024

Purpose: The implementation of entrepreneurship development among youths can commence early in their education, particularly targeting secondary school students. Thus, forming a comprehensive entrepreneurship model in secondary schools would facilitate the systematic and organised conduct of entrepreneurial activities. The primary objective of this study is to determine the relationship between the schoolpreneur model and the effectiveness of entrepreneurship in secondary schools.

Methods: The research encompassed a sample of 391 student participants chosen from 14 MRSM and 50 PROTUNe schools in the Perak, Selangor, and Negeri Sembilan regions in Malaysia.

Result and Conclusion: Research has proven that the schoolpreneur model has six distinct components: individual personality, incubators, role models, mentors, talent skills, and family background. This model has also demonstrated a significant relationship towards the effectiveness of entrepreneurship in secondary schools.

Research Implications: This finding indicates that the school entrepreneurship model has the potential to act as a guideline to drive strategies aimed at increasing the practicality of executing entrepreneurial activities in secondary schools.

Originality/ Value: Schoolpreneur model improves the design of entrepreneurship program at secondary school.
Pengaruh Preferensi Bentuk Kuesioner dan Familiaritas Internet terhadap Konsistens Respon pada Mahasiswa Unika Atma Jaya
Authors: Prawiro Ferdinand , Hardianto  
Published: March 2024

Kuesioner online memiliki potensi besar untuk digunakan dalam berbagai penelitian terutama pada masyarakat yang sudah akrab dengan internet. Namun terdapat perbedaan pandangan mengenai akurasi data yang dihasilkan melalui kuesioner online dibandingkan kuesioner offline. Berdasarkan theory of survey satisficing, akurasi data kuesioner tergantung seberapa besar motivasi partisipan dalam mengerjakan pertanyaan dalam kuesioner. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh preferensi bentuk kuesioner dan familiaritas internet terhadap konsistensi respon pada mahasiswa Unika Atma Jaya.
Penelitian menggunakan 2 X 2 randomized factorial design dengan sampel sebesar 160 mahasiswa aktif Unika Atma Jaya yang diperoleh melalui quota sampling. Data dianalisis dengan 2-way analysis of variance.
Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa jika tanpa memperhatikan bentuk kuesioner online atau offline, maka tidak terdapat pengaruh preferensi bentuk kuesioner dan familiaritas internet terhadap konsistensi respon. Namun hasil yang menarik jika memperhatikan bentuk kuesioner yang dihadapi partisipan. Pada pengerjaan kuesioner online, kesesuaian preferensi partisipan mempengaruhi konsistensi respon; sedangkan pada pengerjaan kuesioner offline, kesesuaian preferensi partispan tidak mempengaruhi konsistensi respon. Hal ini mengindikasikan proses satisficing terjadi pada partisipan yang ‘terpaksa’ mengerjakan kuesioner online saja, tidak pada pengerjaan kuesioner offline.
Knowledge, acceptance, and uptake of voluntary counseling and testing for human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome among undergraduates of a public university in Southwestern Nigeria
Authors: Ayamolowo Sunday Joseph , Ayodele Dorcas Olaoluwa 
Published: March 2024

Objectives:
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a global public health problem, and Nigeria has about 1.9 million people living with the virus. HIV testing and counseling services serve as a very important entry point to HIV/AIDS care and treatment. Voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) is one of the interventions developed to tackle the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Africa. This study determined the knowledge, acceptance, and utilization of VCT for HIV/AIDS among undergraduates in a public University in Southwestern Nigeria.

Material and Methods:
The study adopted a descriptive cross-sectional design, using the multistage sampling technique to select 425 respondents. A self-administered questionnaire was used for data collection. Data analysis was done using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), version 25. Descriptive statistics were presented in tables and figures, and inferential statistics were analyzed at a level of significance of 0.05.

Results:
Over half of the respondents, 226 (53.2%) were within the age range of 18–25 years. The majority were female, 345 (81.2%), single 403 (94.8%), and had never had sexual intercourse 300 (70.6%). Over half of the respondents’ 240 (57%), had above average knowledge of VCT for HIV/AIDs, had above average levels of acceptance 254 (59%), and the majority 326 (76.2%) of the respondents had very low level of utilization of VCT for HIV/AIDS. There was a significant association between respondents’ age (χ2 = 55.599a, P = 0.000), gender (χ2 = 19.094a, P = 0.000), religion (χ2 = 8.990a, P = 0,038), marital status (χ2 = 8.411a, P = 0.038), age at first sex (χ2 = 61.847a, P = 0.000), knowledge of VCT (χ2 = 5.297a, P = 0.021), acceptance of VCT (χ2 = 80.235a, P = 0.000), and their uptake of VCT for HIV/AIDs. Furthermore, selected socio-demographic characteristics, knowledge, and acceptance of VCT significantly predicted the uptake of VCT among respondents (F [8,416] = 20.163, P < 0.05).

Conclusion:
The study concluded that respondents had an above average knowledge and acceptance of VCT but a low level of utilization. To increase the utilization of VCT for HIV/AIDS among undergraduates, public health programs should focus on educating undergraduates and significant others on the importance of VCT in the context of HIV prevention, care, and treatment.