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Perbandingan Sistem Pengelolaan Sampah di Indonesia dan Korea Selatan: Kajian 5 Aspek Pengelolaan Sampah
Authors: Hendra Yulia 
Published: January 2024

Government of Indonesia still faces many challenges in the implementation of waste management systems, especially in order to achieve the universal access target on sanitation by 2019, such as: low of services access , low public awareness of practicing good hygiene and healthy, low commitment of the local government for waste management, weak institutional management of sanitation (regulator and operator), and also lack of human resources. The Indonesian government needs to learn from other countries that have been succeed in the implementation of environmentally friendly waste management system. One of the countries that have been a success in managing waste is the government of South Korean. The study was conducted to compare the waste management in Indonesia and South Korea views from 5 aspects of waste management, namely: institutional aspects, financial aspects, regulatory aspects, public participation, aspects and technical aspects of the operations. The study was conducted by studying the literature and observation directly to South Korea. The research resulted that waste management systems in Indonesia is still behind compared to South Korea, both in institutional, human resources, budget, law enforcement, and public and private participation. Full commitment of all relevant stakeholders is a key factor in the success of building an integrated and environmentally friendly waste management system. Pemerintah Indonesia masih menghadapi banyak kendala dalam penyelenggaraan sistem pengelolaan sampah, terutama dalam rangka pencapaian target universal akses bidang sanitasi pada tahun 2019, antara lain: masih rendahnya akses pelayanan sampah, masih rendahnya kesadaran masyarakat terhadap perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat (PHBS), masih rendahnya komitmen pemerintah daerah (pemda) dalam pengelolaan sampah, lemahnya kelembagaan pengelola sanitasi (regulator dan operator) serta kemampuan sumber daya manusia. Pemerintah Indonesia masih perlu untuk belajar dari negara-negara lain yang telah berhasil dalam penyelenggaraan sistem pengelolaan sampah yang ramah lingkungan. Salah satu negara yang tergolong sukses dalam mengelola sampah adalah Korea Selatan. Studi dilakukan untuk membandingkan pengelolaan sampah di Indonesia dan Korea Selatan dilihat dari 5 aspek pengelolaan sampah, yaitu: aspek kelembagaan, aspek pembiayaan, aspek peraturan, aspek peran serta masyarakat, dan aspek teknis operasional. Penelitian dilakukan dengan melakukan studi literatur dan obervasi langsung ke Korea Selatan. Dari hasil penelitian disimpulkan bahwa sistem pengelolaan sampah di Indonesia masih ketinggalan dibandingkan dengan Korea Selatan, baik secara kelembagaan, sumber daya manusia, anggaran, penegakan hukum, serta partisipasi masyarakat dan swasta. Komitmen penuh dari seluruh stakeholder yang terkait merupakan faktor kunci dalam suksesnya penyelenggaranan pengelolaan sampah yang terintegrasi dan ramah lingkungan
Peran Tokoh Agama Dalam Meningkatkan Kerukunan Umat Beragama di Desa Metro Rejo Kecamatan Buay Madang Timur Kabupaten Oku Timur
Authors: Prasitiya Aning , Darmawan Candra , Assoburu Selvia 
Published: January 2024

This research is entitled "The Role of Religious Figures in Increasing Religious Harmony in Metro Rejo Village, East Buay Madang District, East Oku Regency." Researchers try to reveal the role of religious figures in increasing religious harmony. There are two problem formulations studied. First, what is the role of religious figures in increasing religious harmony? Second, what are the communication strategies of religious figures in increasing religious harmony? The samples in this research were Muslim and Hindu religious leaders as well as the Metro Rejo village head. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods, collecting data through observation, interviews and documentation. In this research, persuasive communication strategy theory is used. The results of the research found that religious leaders had implemented ways of adapting and interacting without differentiating between the race, ethnicity and religion of the community. The role played by religious figures in increasing religious harmony is by directing each congregation to always remind us of God Almighty, giving advice and carrying out religious activities in accordance with their respective beliefs and must respect each other and uphold the value of tolerance. The communication strategy carried
out by religious leaders is carrying out activities together, such as cleaning the village environment, creating village facilities and infrastructure and holding deliberations to open up new ideas or thoughts so that when viewed from the perspective of communication between religious communities in Metro Rejo village This communication interaction was successful. This is proven by the people who uphold inter-religious tolerance and always help others regardless of social status, be it a person's race, ethnicity, religion or culture.
A Internacionalização da Educação Universitária na América Latina: Perspectivas sem Fronteiras Políticas e os Desafios das Reformas
Authors: RAMOS DA SILVA Eliana 
Published: January 2024

O presente artigo abordou a internacionalização da educação universitária na América Latina e os desafios das reformas políticas; o objetivo foi compreender como a internacionalização tem sido promovida nas instituições de ensino superior da região e quais os desafios enfrentados para sua implementação, para tal, a justificativa se pautou na importância crescente da educação universitária como uma estratégia para promover a qualidade acadêmica, a formação multicultural e a colaboração global. Além disso, considerando as reformas políticas em curso na América Latina, foi fundamental entender como a internacionalização se inseriu nesse contexto e quais foram os desafios enfrentados. A relevância deste estudo residiu na contribuição para o conhecimento sobre a internacionalização da educação universitária na América Latina e sua relação com as reformas políticas em andamento. Em suma, este estudo contribuiu para o entendimento da internacionalização da educação universitária na América Latina e destaca os desafios enfrentados pelas instituições de ensino superior. Os resultados obtidos apontaram para a importância de políticas adequadas, investimentos estratégicos e ações concretas para promover uma internacionalização efetiva e de qualidade. Isso proporcionará uma formação mais abrangente e preparará os estudantes para os desafios do mundo globalizado.
Palavras chave: Educação Superior. Internacionalização. Desafios.
Clarice Lispector e Rodrigo S. M.: uma narrativa que borda o sujeito do desamparo
Authors: Souza Ieslei Miguel , Lima Priscilla Melo Ribeiro de 
Published: January 2024

Resumo: Este estudo se fundamenta na teoria psicanalítica, sendo os conceitos de estranho, angústia e desamparo pontos de convergência entre a psicanálise e a produção literária de Clarice Lispector, mais especificamente A Hora da Estrela de 1977. Partindo das falhas de uma sociedade que não cumpre a promessa de amparar os cidadãos do mal-estar gerado por ela, literatura e psicanálise se somam. Para isso, o trabalho aborda o processo de escrita literária como fruto de inquietação, de angústia e de desamparo do sujeito; um processo criativo vislumbrado em Clarice Lispector. Na tentativa de melhor compreender os conceitos já descritos, estudo teórico foi realizado, como também a obra da autora. Teoricamente a pesquisa se alicerça em Freud, Kehl, Dunker, Birman entre outros. Como resultado final é possível dizer que, em A Hora da Estrela, o personagem Rodrigo S. M., ilustra bem o tipo de desamparo psicológico proposto a estudar. Por meio de Rodrigo S. M., a produção artística dá suporte ao desamparo psíquico, quando as demais sustentações criadas pelo homem falham, deixando o sujeito à condição de construí-las.
Global Lumumba
Authors: Dikizeko Élisabeth , Ramondy Karine 
Published: January 2024

Ce numéro n’a pas vocation à être un numéro biographique consacré à Patrice Lumumba (1925-1961), le premier Premier ministre de la République du Congo. En effet, ce dossier cherche moins à dresser un bilan historiographique de l’ascension, de la chute du leader congolais ou encore de la crise congolaise (1960-1965), qu’à comprendre la généalogie d’un phénomène global à partir de l’objet d’étude « Lumumba ».
A comparative study between BISAP and Ranson’s score in predicting severity of acute pancreatitis
Authors: C. M. Gokul , Ignatius Peter Anand 
Published: January 2024

Introduction and Aim: Acute pancreatitis has variable clinical and systemic indications checking the range from a mild illness to serious, hazardous, multiorgan dysfunction. Among different scoring systems used to assess seriousness in acute pancreatitis, BISAP (Bed side index for severity of acute pancreatitis) and Ranson scoring frameworks have been viewed as predictive and impressively utilized. This study targets surveying the predictive role of BISAP scoring in contrast with Ranson’s score for severity of acute pancreatitis.

Materials and Methods: All patients with acute pancreatitis will be assessed and their full medical history, complete clinical examination, biochemical studies, will be gathered. Prediction of severity by BISAP and Ranson as compared to severity using Revised Atlanta classification was done using kappa coefficient, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value and accuracy.

Results: In this study out of 150 patients in the study population, most were in the age group between 25 to 45, with male predominance. 137 (89.3%) mild and 16 (10.7%) severe coarse are found in our study. Sensitivity (100 %), specificity (57.4 % vs 56.7), positive predictive value (21.9 vs 21.62%) and negative predictive value (100%) were found when BISAP was compared to Ranson’s in our study.

Conclusion: In this study, we can come to a conclusion that BISAP is similarly effective in predicting the severity of acute pancreatitis as Ranson's scoring system. BISAP is simple to use, modest, easy to calculate and it does not need 48 hours for completion when compared to Ranson’s. Consequently, BISAP can be performed on bedside of patients with acute pancreatitis in any setup.
Botanical identification to assess the standards through the comprehensive pharmacognostical study of Acorus calamus Linn. leaves
Authors: Mahima  , Singh Bhuwanendra , Kumar Arvind , Vaishali  , Kumar Singhal Piyush 
Published: January 2024

Introduction and Aim: Acorus calamus Linn. is an ayurvedic plant also known as Vach, sweet flag etc., belonging to the family Acoraceae and it is amphibiotic, amphibious in nature. This is traditionally used in asthma, bronchitis, and rheumatism and in many more diseases. The essential oil has broad spectrum activity but poor stability. To increase the stability of oil, the inclusion complex is prepared with cyclodextrin by different methods like kneading, etc.

Materials and Methods: Initially fresh leaves of Acorus calamus were collected and washed with fresh and purified water before the microscope. After the microscopy dried leaves are powdered using the grinder for physicochemical evaluation.

Results: This research work confirmed the physicochemical, pharmacological, and chemical evaluations of the Acorus calamus Linn. leaves. T.S. of the Acorus calamus leaves were taken and kept on a glass slide then various staining reagents, including glycerin and iodine, were used to stain the T.S. of the leaves. Microscopic studies revealed the presence of epidermis, thick-walled parenchyma, phloem, vascular bundle, xylem vessels, and aerenchyma. Physicochemical studies revealed total ash value, extractive values (hot), extractive values(cold), moisture content, foaming index, swelling index, and foreign matter.

Conclusion: Various pharmacognostic characters observed in the study help in the identification and standardization of Acorus calamus.
Detection and evaluation of positive acute phase reactant protein markers in neonates and adults with sepsis
Authors: Mahdi Abed Alamer Azhar , Saeed Abbas Israa , Abd ALrasul Hnewa Riadh 
Published: January 2024

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Introduction and Aim: Septicemia is a clinical condition caused due to bacterial infection of the blood. Septicemia leading to sepsis could be life-threatening leading to tissue damage, organ failure, and death. The current study aimed to determine the impact of various biomarkers on patients suffering from sepsis, including Serum amyloid A, C-reactive protein, HS- Troponin, fibrinogen, haptoglobin and alpha1-antitrypsin, as well as identify the common bacterial types associated in septic patients.

Materials and Methods: This case-control study conducted during October 2022 to May 2023 involved 100 participants that were divided into groups which included patients diagnosed with septicemia due to bacteria (Group A), patients with septicemia with non-bacterial infection (Group B) and healthy individuals as controls (Group C).

Results: Serum amyloid A, C-reactive protein, HS-Troponin, Fibrinogen, Haptoglobin, and Alpha-1 antitrypsin levels in neonates and adults with sepsis were found to be elevated when compared to healthy individuals. No significant difference was observed for these parameters between Group A patients (positive for blood culture) and Group B patients (negative for blood culture) among neonates and adult sepsis patients.

Conclusion: Neonates and adult sepsis patients exhibited higher levels of serum amyloid A, C-reactive protein, HS-Troponin, fibrinogen, hemoglobin, and Alpha-1 antitrypsin in comparison to healthy controls. Hence, these biochemical parameters could be used as biomarkers to assess a patient's level of sepsis for further therapeutic action.
Assessment of diastolic dysfunction in controlled and uncontrolled hypertensive patients: A prospective observational study
Authors: Lakshmi Divya , Govindaraj Ashok , Jenish Beautlin Abishkauf 
Published: January 2024

Introduction and Aim: Hypertension is a significant risk factors for CVS events on its own, and resulting DD. The aim of the study is to demonstrate the effect of hypertension on the LV diastolic dysfunction in controlled and uncontrolled hypertensive patients which helps to predict the CVS mortality.

Materials and Methods: The present study included 210 Hypertensive patients in which 105 controlled HTN & 105 uncontrolled HTN (age ranged from 30-70 years) with their evidence of Blood Pressure. By using Tissue Doppler imaging E/A, E/E’ and E’ are measured and TTE, the following parameters are assessed: IVRT, IVCT, Pulmonary venous flow and hepatic vein flow.

Results: Diastolic dysfunction and blood pressure were positively correlated, with degree of diastolic dysfunction increasing along with blood pressure levels. Diastolic dysfunction and controlled hypertension were not correlated, although moderate and severe hypertension and diastolic dysfunction had a direct association.

Conclusion: In the uncontrolled hypertensive groups compared to the controlled hypertensive groups, the diastolic dysfunction was considerably and progressively higher, according to this study. To obtain population-based data on diastolic dysfunction and other confounding factors in our environment, irrespective of blood pressure levels, more research with a greater number of patients is advised.
Association of vitamin D deficiency with demographic, metabolic and sex hormone levels in polycystic ovarian syndrome
Authors: B.M. Vijayalaxmi , Manjeera Lakshmi , Hegde Pravesh , Swetha D’Souza Prima , D’Souza Neevan , Kumar Shetty Prasanna , Kumari N. Suchetha 
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a most prevalent endocrine disorder characterized by various clinical manifestations, including menstrual irregularities, hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovaries. Severe vitamin D deficiency is more frequent in women with PCOS than in general females and has been associated with various metabolic disorders, comprising insulin resistance, blood pressure, obesity, and menstrual abnormalities. This study aimed to investigate the correlation among deficiency of vitamin D and demographic characteristics, metabolic parameters, and sex hormone levels of PCOS women from southern India.

Materials and Methods: A case-control study involving 240 individuals comprised 120 women meeting the Rotterdam criteria for PCOS and 120 healthy age-matched controls. Various parameters, including anthropometric data, fasting blood sugar (FBS) levels, hormone levels, and vitamin D status, were assessed.

Results: The results showed that participants with PCOS had significant increases in BMI, FBS, insulin, and HOMAIR levels. Triglyceride levels were significantly higher according to the lipid profile when compared to the control group, additional hormonal testing on PCOS patients revealed significantly higher levels of the LH: FSH ratio and testosterone. Women with PCOS showed significant low levels of 25(OH) D when compared to healthy women.

Conclusion: Our findings revealed an association between low levels of 25(OH)D and the manifestation of symptoms related to metabolic syndrome in PCOS women. Therefore, vitamin D supplementation may have the potential to improve the underlying pathophysiology of PCOS.
In vitro cytogenetic and cytotoxic activity of Xanthium strumarium plant extract on human breast cancer cell line
Authors: Mohammed Khalaf Hadeel , Hamed Alani Enas , Mohammed Al-Ezzy Ruqaya 
Published: January 2024

Introduction and Aim: The enormous greater parts of people rely on conventional medicinal plants for their everyday health care desires. One of these medicinal plants is Xanthium strumarium. The purpose of this study was to assess the total phenolic content and antioxidant activity of X. strumarium extract as well as test its activity against micronucleus formation and cytotoxicity against breast cancer cell lines.

Materials and Methods: An estimation was made of the total flavonoid antioxidant content in the ethanolic extract of X. strumarium. The plant extract was assessed for its DPPH radical scavenging activity and compared to the conventional vitamin C. The plant extract's cytotoxicity was evaluated by conducting an MTT test on MCF-7 cancer cell lines.

Results: The total flavonoid content estimated in the plant extract was 215.63± 5.85 µg/ml. The DPPH results varied depending on concentration and found to be significantly reduced at 100 and 200 mg/ml of the extract in comparison to vitamin C. In contrast to the negative control, the micronucleus generation in the blood of breast cancer patients was reduced, notably at 200 mg\ml concentration of plant to (0.0065 ± 0.0006 mn\cell), when it was higher in untreated culture (0.0230 ± 0.0013 mn\cell). When plant concentration was increased (from 6.25 to 200 µg/ml), there was a drop in cell viability (86.27± 0.70% to 50.04± 3.32%).

Conclusion: This research indicates that the ethanolic extract of X. strumarium exhibits antioxidant capabilities and has the capability to cause cytotoxic effects on breast cancer cells. These findings were the result of an investigation that was conducted.
Association between TPO gene polymorphisms with susceptibility to hyperthyroidism
Authors: T. AL-Mofarji Sarah , M. Jasim Hameed , B. Mohammed Sanad 
Published: January 2024

Introduction and Aim: Hyperthyroidism is a disorder characterized by excessively high amounts of tri-iodothyronine and thyroxine in the bloodstream. TPO is a thyroid-specific antigen. TPO gene mutations affect thyroid hormone synthesis, causing full or partial iodide organification abnormalities. In this study, we aimed to look at the single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in the TPO gene and find possible relation of these SNPs to the development or prognosis of hyperthyroidism.

Materials and Methods: Blood samples were collected from hyperthyroid patients (n=75) and healthy individuals (n=25). The concentration of triiodothyronine (T3), Tetra-iodothyronine (T4), and thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) were estimated in all samples. The autoantibodies TPOAbs and TR-Ab levels were measured using the ELISA assay. The extracted genomic DNA from blood of participants was investigated for polymorphism in the SNPs rs1126799, rs1126797, and rs732609 within the TPO gene. Statistical methods were used to evaluate the association between the TPO SNPs studied to hyperthyroidism susceptibility.

Results: No significant correlation was observed between the SNPs studied and prognosis of hyperthyroidism. However, it was found that hyperthyroid patients carrying the TPO rs1126799 T allele (CT + CC genotypes) had significantly higher serum levels of TPOAb compared to those with the TT genotype (P<0.01). Similarly, hyperthyroid patients with the TPO rs1126797 C allele (CT + TT genotypes) and TPO rs732609 A allele (CA + AA genotypes) exhibited significantly elevated levels of TPOAbs compared to individuals with the CC genotype and AA genotype, respectively (P<0.01).

Conclusion: There was no correlation between the TPO rs1126799, rs1126797, and rs732609 polymorphisms with the occurrence of hyperthyroidism in the Iraqi population. However, TPO rs2071400 and rs2048722 polymorphisms were found to be correlated to serum levels of TPOAb.
Evaluation of blood mercury levels and a few biochemical marker levels in obese car painters of Iraq
Authors: K. Jawad Nada , T. Numan Ahmad , K. Hanoon Yossra 
Published: January 2024

Introduction and Aim: A greater total blood mercury level is associated with obesity; the present study sought to evaluate the association between blood mercury levels and other biological indicators related to.

Materials and Methods: The study population included 25 car painters and 25 healthy participants. The height and weight of each participant was recorded and their BMI calculated. Blood drawn from each participant was assessed for their serum levels of mercury and a few other biochemical markers such as TNF-alpha, MDA, Visvatin, Insulin, and Vitamin-D. The data obtained was subjected to statistical analysis.

Results: Compared to healthy controls, the mean levels of mercury in the blood as well as other biochemical indicators were found to be greater. On the other hand, the amount of vitamin D was discovered to be lower than average in the control group. A higher quantity of mercury in the blood was shown to be associated with abdominal obesity, as indicated by the findings.

Conclusion: Obesity increases the risk of mercury toxicity in car painters and is linked to higher TNF-alpha, visfatin, and MDA levels, as well as lower vitamin D levels.