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Tombul Fındıkta Rehabilitasyon Uygulamalarının Verim ve Kaliteye Etkileri
Authors: KARAGÖL Selim , İSLAM Ali 
Published: October 2023

Amaç: Bu çalışmada Ordu ilinde yaşlanmaya yüz tutmuş Tombul fındık bahçelerinde rehabilitasyon uygulamalarının verim ve kalite üzerine etkileri araştırılmıştır.
Materyal ve Yöntem: 2019-2020 yıllarında iki yıl süre ile 2 farklı ilçede 3 farklı bahçede yürütülen bu araştırmada her bahçe kontrol ve rehabilitasyon alanı olarak ikiye ayrılmıştır. Araştırma sahasında 2 şer dekar veya 100 er ocak olacak şekilde parseller oluşturulmuştur. Kontrol parselinde üreticiler geleneksel uygulamalarına devam etmiş, rehabilitasyon parsellerinde ise fındık için modern tarım teknikleri uygulanmıştır. Toprak ve bitki besin elementleri analizleri, gübreleme, zirai mücadele işlemleri, budama ve dip sürgünlerinin alınması, yabancı ot mücedelesi deneme süresince düzenli bir şekilde yapılmıştır. Denemede, verim ve meyve kalite parametreleri incelenmiştir.
Araştırma Bulguları: Rehabilitasyon parsellerindeki verim değerleri kontrol parsellerine göre daha yüksek çıkmış ve bu farklılık istatistiksel olarak önemli bulunmuştur. Rehabilitasyon parsellerindeki kontrole göre verim artışı değerleri bitki başına ilk yıl %67 ikinci yıl ise %60 olarak hesaplanmıştır. Benzer şekilde rehabilitasyon uygulamaları kontrole göre GKAV değerlerini ilk yıl %29.8, ikinci yıl ise %53.8 oranında artırmıştır. İki yıllık bulgular ışığında rehabilitasyon ve kontrol parsellerinde sırasıyla, meyve ağırlığı 2.46- 1.98 g, iç oranı %56.34 - %49.12, kabuk kalınlığı da 1.00 – 1.03 mm değerlerinde çıkmış olmakla birlikte rehabilitasyon uygulamalarının anılan özellikler üzerine etkisi istatistiki olarak önemli çıkmamıştır.
Sonuç: Elde edilen bulgular rehabilitasyon uygulamalarının bahçelerde önemli verim artışı sağlayacağını, üreticiler ve bölge ekonomisi açısından önemli katkılar sunacağı kanısındayız. Bununla birlikte rehabilitasyon uygulamaları bitkilerde kusurlu meyve oranını azalttığı için meyve kalite özellikleri üzerine olumlu etki yapmaktadır.
Kabuklu Fındık Meyvesinde Derin Öğrenme Tabanlı Kusurlu Meyvelerin Tespiti
Authors: KIVRAK Oğuzhan , GÜRBÜZ Mustafa Zahid 
Published: October 2023

Amaç: Bu çalışmada, fındıktaki kaliteyi artırabilmek amacıyla kabuklu fındıkta kusurlu olanları manuel bir süreç olmaktan çıkartıp otomatik olarak tanımlanması için bir yöntem geliştirilmesi hedeflenmiştir. Çatlak, kırık, delik gibi kusurlu fındıkların derin öğrenme tabanlı bir yapay zeka modeli ile sınıflandırması amaçlanmıştır.
Materyal ve Yöntem: Çalışmada kullanılacak veri kaynağı için cep telefonu vasıtasıyla fotoğraf çekilmesi suretiyle veriler kayıt altına alınmıştır. Kayıt altına alınan veriler bir etiketleme uygulaması sayesinde kusurlu ve sağlam olmak üzere 2 sınıfa ayrılmıştır. Son olarak etiketlenen veriler test, validasyon ve eğitim olmak üzere 3 parçaya ayrılmıştır. Facebook firmasının geliştirmiş olduğu Detectron2 uygulaması üzerinde Faster R-CNN modeli çalıştırılmıştır.
Araştırma Bulguları: Araştırmada dijital dönüşüm adımı olarak bir görüntü işleme teknolojisiyle kusurlu ve sağlam fındıklar mAP ölçeğine göre %92 başarı ile tespit edilmiştir.
Sonuç: Fındıkta kaliteyi ve randımanı arttırmak için sağlam fındık ile kusurlu fındığın ayıklanması gerekmektedir. Bu süreçte bir karar destek sistemi olarak görüntü işleme ile kusurlu fındığın tespit edilmesi çalışması yapılmıştır. Yapılan deney sonuçlarına göre kusurlu fındığın %92 başarı ile tespit edildiği gösterilmiştir. Yapılan bu çalışma kusurlu fındığın ayıklama sürecinde yardımcı bir yapay zeka uygulaması olarak kullanılabilecektir.
Efforts to Improve Science Process and Collaboration Skills with the Implementation of the REACT Learning Model on Students
Authors: Rahayu Fitri  , Nasir Muhammad , Fakhruddin  
Published: October 2023

Education is an effort to improve the quality of individuals, directly or indirectly to become the basis and keep pace with the development of Science and Information Technology. Science process skills and collaboration skills are two of the few skills that can be mastered by students to keep up with the Times. However, this skill is still not fully mastered by all students. As the problem in this study is still low skills of science process and collaboration skills of Class XI students at SMAN 1 East Kampar. The purpose of this study was to determine the improvement of science process skills and collaboration skills of students through the application of the REACT learning model. The method used is Class Action Research (CAR) which is carried out as many as 2 cycles. Samples in this study were students of Class XI MIPA 4. Data collection was done through collaboration skills observation sheet and science process skills test assessment. The results of this study found that there was an increase in science process skills and collaboration skills of students of Class XI MIPA 4 SMAN 1 Kampar Timur after the application of the REACT learning model.
Development of Density Meter Learning Media Using Arduino Uno to Improve Critical Thinking Abilities
Authors: Matsun  , Pramuda Adi , Hadiati Soka , Pratama Hendrik 
Published: October 2023

This research aims to develop an Arduino Uno-based learning media that focuses on measuring the density of substances, with the aim of determining the suitability of the density meter, the accuracy of the density meter and improving students' critical thinking skills. The research method used is Research and Development (R&D) with a Four-D model with the steps Define, Design, Develop and Disseminate. This learning media is designed to provide students with practical experience in understanding the concept of density through direct experiments using a density meter connected to an Arduino Uno. Apart from that, this media is also designed to encourage students to develop critical thinking skills, such as analysis, evaluation and problem solving skills through reflective questions that are integrated into learning. Validation and testing are carried out through certain stages to ensure the quality and effectiveness of this learning media. Assessments are carried out on aspects of clarity of instructions, relevance to lesson material, appropriateness of level of difficulty, and impact on students' critical thinking abilities. The collected data was analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. The results of the development of the density meter tool show that the assessment of experts is in the very appropriate category with a score of 90.50. The tool's accuracy results are an average of 99.55%. Apart from that, the post-test results revealed that the density meter was proven to be effective in improving students' critical thinking skills with an N-Gain value of 0.80 in the high category. It is hoped that the results of this research can make a positive contribution in the development of learning media that focuses on practical aspects and critical thinking skills. It is hoped that the Density Meter learning media using Arduino Uno can help teachers teach density concepts with a more interesting and effective approach, as well as encourage students to think more critically in understanding and applying science concepts in everyday life.
Analysis of Teachers' and Students' Perception of the Use of Metaphors in Biology
Authors: Hindriana Anna Fitri , Setiawati Ina , Abidin Zaenal , At’haya Amarina , Karlina Lilis 
Published: October 2023

This study aims to investigate teachers' and students' perceptions of the use of metaphor in learning biology including the effectiveness of and the interest in using metaphor in learning biology. The investigation builds on assumption that metaphor is a potential method to alter the way teachers and students respond to abstract and complex concepts. The data in this study was obtained qualitatively using the triangulation method involving Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with an expert group and individual interviews. The instrument utilized in this study is a discussion guide and an interview guide containing open questions which later was transcribed and analyzed. The respondents of this study are 30 biology teachers and 71 senior high school students from three districts in West Java, Indonesia. The result shows that teachers and students respond positively to the use of metaphors in learning biology concepts. In addition, teachers express that metaphor helps in delivering abstract and complex biology concepts as well as developing creativity in teaching. Meanwhile, students express that metaphor has the potential to help them understand biology concepts, increase interest in learning biology, and build relevance to the concept.
Optimization of Management of Laboratory Facilities in the Process of Learning Science at High School
Authors: Mohzana Mohzana , Murcahyanto Hary , Fahrurrozi Muh. , Supriadi Yudi Nur 
Published: October 2023

Carrying out learning in the laboratory in the form of a practicum is one of the science learning techniques that can establish the circumstances for accomplishing the results of science scientific concepts and components of science science processes. The objectives of this study are to: ascertain the state of the science laboratory in high school. The others objectives area to ascertain the implementation of science practicum activities in the and to ascertain the challenges encountered and solutions for resolving these challenges in high school. This study came to a few conclusions: the management of science laboratories in high schools is not good because there are still many activities in the planning program that have not been carried out in accordance with the plan. Planning, which includes the preparation of a work program, is planned one month before the start of the school year and made at the start of the school year, Organization, which includes organizational structure and administration, has not been implemented properly, such as there being no updates to the laboratory organizational structure, which means that students also do not know who is managing the laboratory, Implementation of practicum activities is rarely carried out in the laboratory due to limited tools and materials, Supervision and evaluation, namely by supervising internal schools and having supervisors come from the government, Factors that contribute to the management of this laboratory are laboratory assistants, students, time, and limited equipment and materials.
Range of Motion (ROM) Exercise Assistance Program and Providing Warm Red Ginger Compresses to reduce Knee Pain for the Elderly in the Melur Community Health Center Work Area
Authors: Syafrisar Meri Agritubella  , Yoza Misra Fatmi  , Rahimatul Uthia  
Published: October 2023

Knee joint pain in the elderly has hampered physical activity, mobilization and caused the elderly to be in a group with a high level of dependence on family. The purpose of this community service activity is to help the elderlyindealing with knee joint pain independently by doing ROM Exercise and warm red ginger compresses at home. The method used is providing health education and teaching the elderly to do ROM Exercise and Compress Red Ginger stew on the knees. The activity was carried out in 6 visits consisting of 1 visit in the Meeting Hall starting with providing education about osteoarthritis and how to deal with joint pain which was attended by 15 people consisting of 10 elderly people and 5 posyandu cadres. Furthermore, 4 home visits were made to 10 elderly who experienced knee join pain. The last visit was monitoring and evaluation of the implementation 1 time. The results showed that 100% of the elderly were able to do ROM independently. The average decrease in pain scale after being given warm red ginger compresses and ROM was 1,6. Suggestions are that cadres can remind theelderly to do regular and independent joint motion exercises so that the level ofdependence on the family can be reduced and the elderly are able to carry out their daily activities.
HbA1c control in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients with coronary artery disease: a retrospective study in a tertiary hospital in South Africa
Authors: Mhlaba Lona , Mpanya Dineo , Tsabedze Nqoba 
Published: October 2023

BackgroundType 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) have an increased risk of recurrent cardiovascular events. These patients require optimal glucose control to prevent the progression of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). Contemporary guidelines recommend an HbA1c ≤7% to mitigate this risk. The aim of this study was to evaluate HbA1c control in T2DM patients with angiographically proven ASCVD.MethodsWe conducted a cross-sectional, retrospective study on consecutive T2DM patients with acute and chronic coronary syndromes managed in a tertiary academic hospital in South Africa. Glycaemic control was assessed by evaluating the glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) level measured at index presentation with acute and chronic coronary syndromes and during the most recent follow-up visit.ResultsThe study population comprised 262 T2DM patients with a mean age of 61.3 ± 10.4 years. At index presentation, 110 (42.0%) T2DM patients presented with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction, 69 (26.3%) had non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction, 43 (16.4%) had unstable angina, and 40 (15.3%) had stable angina. After a median duration of 16.5 months (IQR: 7-29), 28.7% of the study participants had an HbA1c ≤7%. On multivariable logistic regression analysis, females were less likely to have poor glycaemic control (HbA1c above 7%) [odds ratio (OR): 0.42, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.19-0.95, p=0.038]. Also, T2DM patients prescribed metformin monotherapy (OR: 0.34, 95% CI: 0.14-0.82, p=0.017) and patients with ST-segment depression on the electrocardiogram (OR: 0.39, 95% CI: 0.16-0.96, p=0.041) were less likely to have poor glycaemic control.ConclusionAfter a median duration of 16.5 months, only 28.7% of T2DM patients with CAD had an HbA1c ≤7%. This finding underscores the substantial unmet need for optimal diabetes control in this very high-risk group.
Polycystic ovary syndrome and recurrent pregnancy loss, a review of literature
Authors: Wartena Rosa , Matjila Mushi 
Published: October 2023

ObjectivePCOS is a syndrome of ovarian dysfunction associated with recurrent pregnancy loss. Several correlating factors have been investigated that influence the risk of pregnancy loss in PCOS. However, uncertainty remains about their contribution to pregnancy loss and prognosis. This review of literature aims to identify what is known and what requires further investigation on the relationship between PCOS and recurrent pregnancy loss, to guide future research and optimize medical guidance throughout pregnancy.Study designa review of literature was performed on several search engines using the following terms; polycystic ovarian syndrome, PCOS, recurrent pregnancy loss, recurrent miscarriage, RPL, aborted fetus, abortus provocatus, miscarriage and habitual abortion.Results37 articles were included; 3 systematic reviews, 1 meta-analysis, 2 randomized controlled trials, 6 prospective cohort studies, 22 case-control studies and 3 case series. The main objectives investigated by studies were pregnancy complications, pregnancy loss and live birth in the PCOS population.ConclusionStudies that investigated the relationship between PCOS and recurrent pregnancy loss are few and inconsistent and warrant further research. Factors apt for further investigation include the extent to which PCOS phenotypes, BMI, obesity, insulin resistance, hyperandrogenemia, SHBG, hs-CRP, CTRP6, adiponectin, plasma leptin, homocysteine, AMH and thrombophilia contribute to further risk of miscarriage. Other factors requiring further exploration in relation to risk for miscarriage in PCOS patient with RPL include sOB-R, PAI-Fx and the Factor-V-Leiden mutations.
Association between MTHFR gene C677T polymorphism and gestational diabetes mellitus in Chinese population: a meta-analysis
Authors: Tan Xi , Chen Hongqin 
Published: October 2023

Background and purposeThe relationship of the methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) gene C677T polymorphism with the incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in the Chinese population remains controversial. This study aimed to further clarify the effect of the MTHFR gene C677T polymorphism on GDM risk among Chinese pregnant women based on current evidence.MethodsSeveral databases were searched up to July 29, 2023 for relevant case-control studies. The numbers of patients with and without the T allele of the MTHFR gene C677T polymorphism in the GDM and control groups were determined, and all statistical analyses were performed by RevMan 5.3 software and STATA 15.0 software. Trial sequential analysis (TSA) was performed by TSA version 0.9 beta software to determine the required information size.ResultsA total of 17 case-control studies involving 12345 Chinese participants were included. The pooled results demonstrated that the T allele of the MTHFR gene C677T polymorphism was significantly associated with an increased risk of GDM, which was manifested by the five gene models of the MTHFR C677T polymorphism [T vs. C: odds ratio (OR)=1.59, P=0.03; TT vs. CC: OR=2.24, P&lt;0.001; TC vs. CC: OR=1.28, P=0.05; (TT+TC) vs. CC: OR=1.55, P=0.003; TT vs. (TC+CC): OR=1.89, P&lt;0.001]. Subgroup analysis based on the regions indicated that the significant relationship between the T allele of the MTHFR gene C677T polymorphism and an increased risk of GDM was detected only among the southern population [T vs. C: OR=1.62, P=0.09; TT vs. CC: OR=2.22, P=0.004; TC vs. CC: OR=1.17, P=0.28; (TT+TC) vs. CC: OR=1.43, P=0.03; TT vs. (TC+CC): OR=1.97, P=0.006]. TSA plots showed that the information sizes for the association between the MTHFR gene C677T polymorphism and GDM risk were sufficient in the homozygote (TT vs. CC) and recessive (TT vs. TC+CC) models.ConclusionThe MTHFR gene C677T polymorphism is closely related to susceptibility to GDM in the southern Chinese population, and the C-T mutation serves as an important genetic risk factor for GDM. More well-designed large case-control studies are needed to further confirm the above findings.
Assessment of five typical environmental endocrine disruptors and thyroid cancer risk: a meta-analysis
Authors: Yang Yuyao , Bai Xiaoyue , Lu Juan , Zou Ronghao , Ding Rui , Hua Xiaohui 
Published: October 2023

IntroductionThere are conflicting reports on the association between environmental endocrine disruptors (EEDs) and thyroid cancer. This meta-analysis aimed to elucidate the relationship between EEDs and thyroid cancer.MethodsWe searched for epidemiological studies on EEDs and thyroid cancer published in PubMed and Web of Science up to December 2022. We then screened the articles that could extract data on EEDs concentration levels in both thyroid cancer patients and healthy controls. We excluded articles that could not calculate effect sizes, focused on other thyroid diseases, or lacked controls. Standardized mean difference (SMD) was calculated to analyze the association between EEDs and thyroid cancer. We measured the heterogeneity among the included studies using I2, assessed publication bias by Egger’s and Begg’s test, and evaluated article quality using the Newcastle-Ottawa Quality Score (NOS). In the end, fifteen eligible case-control studies were included.ResultsOur comprehensive analysis revealed that polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) were negatively associated with thyroid cancer{ SMD = -0.03, 95% confidence interval (CI) = (-0.05, -0.00), P = 0.03}, while polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), phthalates (PAEs), and heavy metals were positively associated with thyroid cancer{PBDEs: SMD = 0.14, 95%CI = (0.04, 0.23), P = 0.007; PAEs: SMD = 0.30, 95%CI = (0.02, 0.58), P = 0.04; heavy metals: SMD = 0.21, 95%CI = (0.11, 0.32), P &lt; 0.001}. We did not find a statistically significant relationship between bisphenol A (BPA) and thyroid cancer. Most of the included studies did not show publication bias, except for those on PCBs.DiscussionOur results indicate that exposure to certain EEDs, such as PBDEs, PAEs, and heavy metals, increases the risk of thyroid cancer. However, further large-scale epidemiological studies and mechanism studies are needed to verify these potential relationships and understand the underlying biological mechanisms.
Impact of a high dietary fiber cereal meal intervention on body weight, adipose distribution, and cardiovascular risk among individuals with type 2 diabetes
Authors: Li Xiaofeng , Shi Yu , Wei Dongqin , Ni Wenyu , Zhu Na , Yan Xinyi 
Published: October 2023

ObjectiveThis study sought to examine the impacts of a high dietary fiber cereal meal in comparison to conventional dietary management for diabetes on body weight, distribution of adipose tissue, and cardiovascular risk among individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2DM).MethodsA cohort of 120 patients diagnosed with T2DM was enlisted as the study population and divided into two groups using a ratio of 2:1—namely, the W group (n=80) and the U group (n=40). The U group (control) received usual diet, while the W group (intervention) incorporated a high dietary fiber cereal meal in place of their regular staple food in addition to adhering to conventional diabetes dietary recommendations. The high dietary fiber cereal meal was based on whole grains, traditional Chinese medicinal foods, and prebiotics. A subsequent follow-up period of 3 months ensued, during which diverse parameters such as body mass index (BMI),waist-hip ratio (WHR), glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c),fasting blood glucose(FBG),C-peptide levels, blood pressure, blood lipids, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP),10-year cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, and Lifetime CVD risk were assessed before and after the intervention.ResultsAmong the participants, a total of 107 successfully completed the intervention and follow-up, including 72 individuals from the W group and 35 from the U group. Following the intervention, both cohorts exhibited decrease in BMI, WHR, HbA1c, FBG, blood pressure, and blood lipid levels in contrast to their initial measurements. Remarkably, the improvements in BMI, WHR, HbA1c, FBG, total cholesterol (TC), triglycerides(TG), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), the ratio of triglyceride to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (TG/HDL-C), and the ratio of 2-hour C-peptide (2hCP) to fasting C-peptide (FCP) were more marked within the W group, exhibiting statistically significant disparities (P&lt;0.05) in comparison to the U group. Furthermore, the levels of hsCRP declined among individuals in the W group, while the U group experienced an elevation.10-year CVD risk reduction were similar in the two groups. While, Lifetime CVD risk only decreased significantly in the W group.ConclusionThe intervention centred on a cereal-based dietary approach showcased favourable outcomes with regard to body weight, adipose distribution, and cardiovascular risk in overweight individuals grappling with T2DM.