bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Тренувальні засоби різної спрямованості для удосконалення фізичних якостей бігунів на середні дистанції на етапі спеціалізованої базової підготовки
Authors: Бобровник Володимир , Пугачов Дмитро , Ткаченко Михайло 
Published: January 2024

Анотація. В теорії спортивної підготовки та сучасної спортивної практики існує кілька класифікацій змагальних і тренувальних навантажень. Найпоширеніша класифікація використовується в ряді циклічних дисциплін. Вона має п’ять зон інтенсивності, або потужності (аеробна відновлювальна, аеробна розвиваюча, змішана аеробно-анаеробна, анаеробна гліколітична, анаеробна алактатна), які лягли в основу обґрунтування та відбору основних компонентів фізичних якостей, необхідних у підготовці кваліфікованих спортсменів, які спеціалізуються у бігу на середні дистанції на етапі спеціалізованої базової підготовки. Мета. Удосконалення тренувального процесу кваліфікованих бігунів на середні дистанції шляхом розробки груп тренувальних засобів різної переважної спрямованості для удосконалення основних компонентів фізичних якостей (загальної витривалості, спеціальної витривалості, швидкості, швидкісно-силових якостей, спритності, гнучкості). Методи. Аналіз науково-методичної літератури, індивідуальних планів підготовки бігунів на середні дистанції, опитування (анкетування, бесіда, інтерв’ю) провідних тренерів України з бігу на витривалість (середні та довгі дистанції), узагальнення передового досвіду бігунів, аналіз протоколів змагань, пульсометрія, методи математичної статистики. Результати. Розроблено шість груп вправ та методику їх застосування для вдосконалення основних компонентів фізичних якостей бігунів на середні дистанції, які застосовують спортсмени на етапі спеціалізованої базової підготовки. Розроблені групи засобів для удосконалення основних компонентів фізичних якостей, необхідних для бігунів на середні дистанції на етапі спеціалізованої базової підготовки, є основою накопичення рухового потенціалу в досягненні високих спортивних результатів в умовах змагальної діяльності та активно застосовуються на різних етапах річних циклів підготовки спортсменів.
Ключові слова: легка атлетика, біг на середні дистанції, компоненти фізичних якостей бігунів, підготовка кваліфікованих спортсменів, зони інтенсивності, групи вправ, методика застосування, етап спеціалізованої базової підготовки.
Global knowledge-power asymmetries and student mental health in sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: Bantjes Jason 
Published: January 2024

In the past decade concern about the mental health of university students has been growing worldwide. Yet epidemiological data and intervention research on student mental health comes predominantly from high income western countries in the Global North, with a relative scarcity of studies from sub-Saharan Africa and other countries in the Global South. While universities in the Global North and Global South face similar challenges to provide accessible, acceptable, and effective mental health services to students, there are also important historical, cultural, economic, and political issues that make it necessary for context-sensitive research which is responsive to the needs of students in the Global South. Using South Africa (SA) as a case study, this commentary aims to explore the relevance and appropriateness of uncritically importing knowledge and “evidence-based” strategies to student mental health challenges from the Global North into sub-Saharan Africa.
The Effect of Service Quality and Product Quality on Consumer Repurchase Intention with Satisfaction as A Mediating Variable at Putri Ayu's Weaving in Gianyar Regency
Authors: Ariani Ni Komang Dewik , Wimba I Gusti Ayu , Trarintya Mirah Ayu Putri 
Published: January 2024

Purpose – The aim of this study is to examine the effect of service quality and product quality on customer return through satisfaction at Putri Ayu Weaving in Gianyar Regency.
Methodology – In this study, a survey questionnaire was administered to 85 participants, and the data were analysed using SEM-PLS..
Findings – show that satisfaction plays an important role in purchase intention, where physical evidence is the main factor of service quality and design is the main factor of product quality. It has also been shown that satisfaction is often influenced by price. The results also confirm that service quality has a positive and positive effect on customer satisfaction, product quality has a positive and positive effect on customer satisfaction, service quality has a positive and positive effect on repeat intention, and product quality has a positive and positive effect on repeat intention. In addition, customer satisfaction has a positive effect on repurchase intention and plays a mediating role between service quality and repurchase intention. The implications of this study suggest that Putri Ayu Weaving should prioritise good service by providing staff training on operations, information accuracy, professionalism, and problem solving to meet customer needs and satisfaction. This study promotes a better understanding of consumer behaviour and provides better insights for businesses in the weaving industry.
Originality – indicators measuring customer satisfaction act as a mediator between product quality and service quality on repurchase intention
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COMPARATIVE PHYTOCHEMISTRY AND ANTI- FUNGAL INFECTION STUDIES WITH ECONOMIC TREES Vachellia nilotica and Senegalia ataxacantha DISTRIBUTED WITHIN KATSINA STATE
Authors: Umar Shittu  , Sada Umma , Surajo Nura 
Published: January 2024

The Vachellia nilotica and Senegalia ataxacantha are native to various African nations. This investigation aimed to compare the phytochemistry with anti-fungal infection studies of these economic trees distributed within the Katsina state of Nigeria. The survey was done with some selected local government areas across the three senatorial zones in the state. Shoot parts samples of two different tree plant species were collected and then were separately processed into powdered form and phytochemistry was performed. Phytochemical screening of these plants indicated the presence of numerous bioactive compounds which include flavonoids, steroids, alkaloids, glycosides, saponins, and tannins in the shoot parts of the plant species. Betamethasone dipropionate, Neomycin, Ketoconazole, and Clobetasol propionate were the major compositions of any antifungal therapy and were sourced from the chemical organic compounds. It could be of great interest for the Katsina State Government to consider these plant species as a good source of valuable raw materials for pharmaceutical industries to manage the plants and generate revenue.
Isolation, Identification of Bacteria and Fungi and FTIR and Proximate Analysis of Cassava Flakes (Garri) in Dutsin-Ma Markets
Authors: ABDULMALIK UMARU , Yohanna Samson , Saleh Khalifa Jamil 
Published: January 2024

Garri is a staple food made from cassava tuber that is consumed in many homes across Nigeria and other West Africa countries. This study isolated, identified bacteria and fungi and Furrier Transformed Infrared Spectrometer (FTIR) and proximate analysis of garri in Dutsin-Ma markets. Nine garri samples (smooth white garri, yellow graveled garri and yellow garri) were obtained in Dutsin-Ma Town, from three different markets: Wednesday, Abuja Road and Tsamiya markets respectively. The microbial load of the samples was determined using pour plate technique and the isolates were identified using conventional method. The bacteria colony count was done and the bacteria were identified using gram staining and biochemical test. Three bacteria species were isolated; Klebsiella pneumonia (44.4%), Staphylococcus aureus (88.9%) and Bacillus spp (11.1%) and Twelve Fungi: Aspergillus spp (33.3%), Colletotrichum coccoides (11.1%), Histoplasma capsulatum (11.1%), Trichophyton schenlenii (11.1%) Trichomonas equinum (11.1%), Trichophyton equinum (11.1%), Balassezia baillon (11.1%), Coniochaeta haffmannii (11.1%), Cryptococcus spp (11.1%), Microsporidium (11.1%) and Rhizopus spp (11.1%) in all the samples. The FTIR of Smooth white garri (Sample A) shows five (5) peaks, Yellow gravel (Sample B) show five (5) peaks and the yellow garri (Sample C) show eight (8) peaks indicate indicating different wave number, intensity and compound The proximate analysis result shows the compositions for garri. The Moisture content recorded showed higher content in yellow garri (7.31%) while white garri is (5.98%). The presence of these bacteria and fungi in all the garri samples indicate a serious threat to the health of consumers.
Antibacteria Activities of Guava (Psidium guajava) and Orange (Citrus sinensis) Leaves Extracts on Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli
Authors: JD Buah  
Published: January 2024

his study aimed at determining the antibacterial activities of Psidium guajava and Citrus sinensis leaves extracts of aqueous, ethanol, and methanol on Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. Dimethyl sulfoxide was used for dissolving the leaves extracts and the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of the extracts was determined using broth dilution technique to observe their antibacterial activities against S. aureus and E. coli. The phytochemical screening revealed the presence of metabolites (flavonoids, tannins, steroid saponins, saponins and alkaloids). The inhibition zone of the aqueous, ethanol and methanol extracts of P. guajava and C. sinensis against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli was highest at 200mg/ml (18mm and 17mm), while the least inhibition zone was at 12.5mg/ml (7mm and 0mm) respectively. The aqueous extracts of P. guajava and C. sinensis against E. coli and S. aureus had its MIC at 50g/ml and 100mg/ml respectively, while ethanol extracts of P. guajava and C. sinensis against the bacterial (E. coli and S. aureus) had its MIC at 50g/ml. The methanol extracts of P. guajava and C. sinensis showed the growth of S. aureus in all concentrations (12.5g/ml, 25g/ml, 50g/ml, 100mg/ml and 200mg/ml) while E. coli had no growth from 100mg/ml above concentrations and 50g/ml (MIC) of P. guajava leaf extracts. These findings, therefore support the traditional use of Psidium guajava and Citrus sinensis for its curative potential to synthetic drugs which are expensive, not easily accessible with potential side effects.
REFUGEE CHILDREN IN MALAYSIA: THE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE
Authors: Imam Supaat Dina 
Published: January 2024

There were not many changes to the situation of refugees and its protection in Malaysia ever since their first arrival in the 1970s. The legal framework for the protection of refugees and refugee children is incomplete, inadequate and has no special regards to childrenâ€™s rights. Despite ratifying the United Nations Convention On The Rights Of A Child (UNCRC), refugee children in Malaysia continue to struggle to enjoy their basic rights. This paper seeks to highlight the presence of diverse group of refugee in Malaysia in the past until today. It is argued in this paper that as a host country of refuge, Malaysia has contributed significantly to the protection of refugees in the Southeast Asian region despite glaring shortcomings. Next, analysis on the treatment of refugee children will be presented with special focus into the different treatment to different groups of refugee children. These various treatments will show whether the guiding principles of UNCRC are being respected and complied with. This paper also seeks to suggest that a proper incorporation of the UNCRC in domestic law will lead the authority to treat refugee children as children first regardless of the immigrant label attached to the group.
PENERAPAN HIDUP BERSIH DAN SEHAT MELALUI VIDEO PROFIL “KAMPUNG BUNGA” MOJOSONGO
Authors: Gozali Amir , Adisukma Wisnu 
Published: January 2024

“Kampung Bunga” Mojosongo memiliki kekhasan, karena sejak tahun 2017 warga digerakkan untuk mencirikan wilayah RT-nya dengan bunga. Ketua RW.XXIX, bersama tiga ketua RT-nya, bersemangat menggagas “Kampung Bunga” dalam kerangka program Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat (PHBS). Tetapi Ketua RT.02. RW. XXIX, Ari Kusworo, prihatin terhadap keberadaan sebuah taman yang mestinya asri dengan bebungaan, area bermain, dan sebuah Gazebo, mangkrak tidak terpelihara. Pengurus RT memahami kondisi pandemi Covid-19 serta tingkat pemahaman dan pendidikan yang dominan rendah menjadi penyebab kekurangberhasilan penerapan program PHBS ini. Pada sisi yang lain, permasalahan ekonomi; anak-anak sebagai generasi penerus yang perlu dibekali keterampilan tambahan; kondisi taman yang perlu ditingkatkan keandalannya; beberapa dinding rumah di tepi jalan yang polos dan kurang mendukung tampilan “kampung bunga”; serta belum adanya media yang dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai sarana bina warga sekaligus penarik minat masyarakat luar agar datang dan meramaikan geliat ekonomi rakyat yang ingin dikembangkan. Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat mencoba mengentaskan sebagian permasalahan melalui metode pendekatan 1) Komunikasi persuasif; 2) Wawancara; 3) Pengamatan; 4) Curah gagasan, dan 5) Kaji Tindak Partisipatoris. Adanya produk kreatif berupa video profil “Kampung Bunga” Mojosongo yang merangkum kegiatan-kegiatan solutif Pihak Mitra dapat dijadikan sebagai bagian strategi pengembangan masyarakat. Melalui video profil warga masyarakat diharapkan dapat termotivasi untuk mengembangkan perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat (PHBS), sembari terus mengembangkan potensi dan kekhasan lokal di tingkat RT-nya dan mereproduksinya untuk kepentingan pemajuan kampungnya.
Efficacy of insecticides against cashew leaf miner, Acrocercops syngramma Meyrick (Lepidoptera, Gracillariidae)
Authors: Chethana O. , Hegde Jayalaxmi Narayan , Rajashekharappa K. , Naik T. Basavaraj , Champa B.V. 
Published: January 2024

Experiments were conducted to know the efficacy of different insecticides (Cyantraniliprole 10.26 % OD @ 1.8 ml L-1, Dinotefuran 20 % SG @ 0.3 g L-1, Chlorfenapyr 10 % SC @ 1.5 ml L-1, midacloprid 17.8 % SL @ 0.3 ml L-1, Thiamethoxam 25 % WG @ 0.3 g L-1, Lambda cyhalothrin 2.5 % EC @1 ml L-1) against cashew leaf miner, Acrocercops syngramma Meyrick under field condition and under nursery condition Among the different insecticides evaluated, under field condition, Lambda cyhalothrin was found to be statistically superior over all other treatments recording 83.39 per cent reduction over control. Imidacloprid was found least effective against leaf miner (46.41% reduction of over control). Under nursery condition, Lambda cyhalothrin recorded 79.13 per cent reduction whereas Imidacloprid recorded only 20.31 per cent.
KARAKTERISTIK FISIKO KIMIA EDIBLE FILM PULP KOPI DENGAN PENAMBAHAN KITOSAN
Authors: Wati Gek Ayu Sagita Widya Tresna , Suriati Luh , Semariyani Anak Agung Made 
Published: January 2024

Edible film merupakan lapisan tipis dari bahan yang dapat dimakan, mampu meningkatkan mutu makanan, yang kualitasnya ditentukan oleh bahan penyusunnya. Edible film berbahan dasar polisakarida sering digunakan untuk melapisi bahan pangan karena mampu bertindak sebagai membran permeabel yang selektif dalam pertukaran gas karbondioksida dan oksigen. Salah satu bahan polisakarida dalam pembuatan edible film ialah pulp kopi. Pulp kopi terdiri dari bagian kulit terluar (exocarp) dan bagian daging buah (mesocarp).Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh konsentrasi kitosan dan volume pencetakan terhadap karakteristik fisikokimia edible film pulp kopi serta mengetahui konsentrasi kitosan dan volume pencetakan untuk menghasilkan edible film pulp kopi dengan karakteristik fisikokimia terbaik. Penelitian ini menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) faktorial dengan dua faktor perlakuan yaitu konsentrasi kitosan 1,0%, 1,5% dan 2,0% dan volume pencetakan 20 ml, 30 ml dan 40 ml. Dari hasil penelitian diperoleh bahwa konsentrasi kitosan dan volume pencetakan berpengaruh terhadap karakteristik fisikokimia edible film pulp kopi. Edible film pulp kopi dengan penambahan kitosan 1,5% dan volume pencetakan 20 ml menghasilkan edible film pulp kopi dengan karakteristik fisikokimia terbaik dengan karakterisik kadar air 0,56%, derajat keasaman (pH) 5,0, warna (ΔE) 26,01, transparansi 70,59, ketebalan 0,06 mm, dan kelarutan yang baik.
Comparison of biomedical science students’ perceptions of online versus paper-based examinations
Authors: Winters Elizabeth , Mitchell William G. , Jeremy Kris P. , Subhan Mirza Mohammad Feisal 
Published: January 2024

IntroductionOnline examinations are becoming increasingly incorporated into higher education. However, Biomedical Science students’ perspectives on exam format preferences remains unexplored. This study aims to investigate exam format preferences and attitudes of these students.MethodsA self-reported survey of 31 questions on online exam perceptions was utilized and composed of six dimensions: affective factors, validity, practicality, reliability, security, and pedagogy. Scores measured student attitudes around online exams. Additionally, categorical questions examined attitudes around open-book online exams (OBOEs), closed-book online exams (CBOEs), and paper-based exams (PBEs). Qualitative analysis was conducted via the use of open-ended questions and a focus group on five participants. The questionnaire was distributed to undergraduates and 146 students responded across six different programmes.ResultsThe findings revealed that 57.5% of students preferred OBOEs while only 19.9% preferred PBEs. OBOEs were perceived as more favorable in all six dimensions and superior in terms of reducing stress, ensuring fairness, allowing demonstration of understanding, and retaining information. Gender had no statistically significant influence on perception. However, programme statistically significantly affected responses. Qualitative data supported the main statistical analysis and identified a trade-off between the ability to retain information with PBEs, despite the stress and better demonstration of understanding with OBOEs.DiscussionOverall, OBOEs were viewed positively and were well accepted; they are anticipated to be a dominant examination format at the UoP. Institutions wishing to implement online exams should consider the perceived benefits they have over traditional exams. These findings contribute to the understanding of students’ perceptions of exam formats, which can inform their design and application in higher education. Further research should explore the perceptions of other disciplines and identify ways to address any challenges associated with online exams.
Approach to management of hypo and hyperthyroidism in Bangladesh: a nationwide physicians’ perspective survey
Authors: Selim Shahjada , Mustari Marufa , Khan Tawshique Ahmed , Kamrul-Hasan ABM 
Published: January 2024

IntroductionThyroid disorders are common clinical conditions globally. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the physicians’ approach to the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid disorders in Bangladesh.MethodsThe present nationally representative cross-sectional study was conducted among 662 physicians of different levels (general practitioners as well as specialists) from different hospitals in Bangladesh from January to June 2023. A self-administered semi-structured questionnaire including information about demographics and practice patterns for the diagnosis and management of thyroid disorders was used for data collection. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data.ResultsThe American Thyroid Association (ATA) guidelines were the most commonly followed guidelines for the diagnosis and management of thyroid disorders (60%), followed by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) guidelines (18%) and the European Thyroid Association (ETA) guidelines (9%). Serum TSH, free T3 and free T4 levels were the most frequently used diagnostic tests for the evaluation and follow-ups of both hypothyroid and hyperthyroid states in adults, pregnant women and children, followed by total T3 and total T4 levels. Other tests, such as anti-TPO antibody, anti-TG antibody, anti-TPO, ultrasound scan of the thyroid gland, etc., were rarely used by the participating physicians. Levothyroxine at a dose of 25 to 50 mcg and carbimazole at a dose of 30 to 45 mg were the most frequently used drugs for hypothyroid and hyperthyroid patients, respectively. Almost 65% of the physicians suggested routine thyroid function tests before surgery. In addition, more than 90% of the physicians agreed that thyroid screening for pregnancy, neonates, school children and adults would be mandatory.ConclusionThe majority of the physicians participating in our study followed relevant guidelines for the diagnosis and management of thyroid disorders in Bangladesh. However, there are still some gaps to be improved, as a good number of physicians did not follow specific guidelines for these disorders.
Early burst of parallel evolution describes the diversification of gecko toe pads
Authors: McCann Jenny , Hagey Travis J. 
Published: January 2024

IntroductionSimilar traits appearing in distantly related organisms have intrigued scientists for generations. While anole lizards of the Caribbean are often touted as a classic example of repeated evolution, the adhesive toe pads of gecko lizards are an equally striking yet underappreciated example of relatedly evolved traits. The strikingly diverse toe pads of gecko lizards (Gekkota) have been gained and lost multiple times throughout the clade’s evolutionary history. In addition, distantly related genera have repeatedly evolved remarkably similar morphologies. This complicated combination of divergent and repeated evolution represents a useful system for understanding the evolution of complex structures, including repeated adaptation.MethodsUsing geometric morphometrics, we evaluated parallel morphological differences across families and expanded existing approaches fitting models of trait evolution to use geometric morphometric data. Adapting the use of phylogenetic independent contrasts for shape data, we conducted a node height test to investigate how toe pad shape has evolved across geckos.ResultsWe found multiple examples of significant parallel differences in toe pad morphology and support for a model of early burst morphological evolution.DiscussionOur results suggest the diversification of Gekkotan toe pads included repeated parallel changes from padless ancestral morphologies to derived pad bearing morphologies. This morphological diversification occurred rapidly early in the diversification of gecko families and genera and slowed more recently, during diversification within genera.