bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Epicutaneous and nasal Staphylococcus aureus colonization augments cutaneous inflammation in patients with psoriasis vulgaris
Authors: Omar Salma S. , AboElwafa Reham A.H. , Asser Sara L. , Shawky Nada , Elmulla Khaled F. 
Published: August 2023

Background
Skin microbiota may augment psoriatic skin inflammation via induction of interleukin-36 alpha (IL-36α).

Objective
To evaluate the prevalence of Staphylococcus aureus colonization in patients with psoriasis vulgaris and its relation to serum expression levels of inflammatory markers IL-36α and IL-17A.

Patients and methods
This study included 24 patients with psoriasis vulgaris and 24 healthy controls. History taking, clinical examination, and psoriasis clinical severity assessment were performed. Expressions of IL-36α and IL-17A were determined by real-time quantitative PCR for all patients. Epicutaneous S. aureus colonization was assessed in patients and controls by routine microbiological techniques.

Results
Psoriatic lesional skin was positive for S. aureus colonization in six (25%) patients versus none of the controls (P=0.022). The nasal mucosa was positive for Staphylococcus colonization in seven (29.2%) psoriatic patients versus only one (4.2%) control (P=0.048). Lesional skin was not different from nonlesional skin regarding S. aureus colonization (P=0.267). Mean IL-36α and IL-17A expression levels were significantly higher in S. aureus-colonized patients versus noncolonized patients (P<0.001). Results of the linear regression analysis revealed that IL-36α was independently affected by lesional skin S. aureus colonization (P=0.009) and that IL-17A expression (P=0.005) was significantly associated with IL-36α expression after controlling for other factors.

Conclusion
Psoriatic skin is more susceptible to S. aureus colonization. S. aureus skin and nasal mucosa colonization may have a possible pathogenetic role in psoriasis via activating IL-36α-IL-17A-associated pathway.
Hepatitis and Community
Authors: Kapoor Suraj , Nagarjuna Pundla 
Published: August 2023

Introduction:
Hepatitis is a well-documented public health challenge globally taking a heavy toll on lives, communities, and health systems. However, hepatitis has been largely ignored as a health priority until recently and the action against hepatitis cannot wait any longer. Still, a simplified framework and roadmap that can be applied across the globe against hepatitis are lacking which is highlighted in the present study.

Methodology:
Secondary data from official government sites, press information, latest articles, newspapers, and the WHO website were extracted and discussed in the article. A simplified framework and roadmap that can be applied across the globe against hepatitis are highlighted with the discussion on important factors in the roadmap to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal aim of ending the epidemic of hepatitis by 2030.

Results and Discussion:
A Total of 19 articles/government/international websites were assessed. Present study highlights various screening models that can be applied in developing framework in ending epidemic. The present study also highlights a roadmap for the prevention of hepatitis at the community level by 2030. The study elaborates on the important factors that should be incorporated in ending the epidemic of hepatitis by 2030.

Conclusion:
There must be a proper strategy to increase community awareness and knowledge, as well as for using community partnerships to boost community engagement and penetration. Equity, intersectoral action, blood safety, harm reduction strategies, surveillance, injection safety, infection control, environment sanitation, research and training, and health education are some of the strategies suggested for the roadmap to combat hepatitis.
SOSIALISASI PEMBERDAYAAN APARATUR SIPIL NEGARA UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KUALITAS PELAYANAN PARIWISATA DI DINAS PARIWISATA KOTA MEDAN
Authors: Nurul Ichsan Reza , Setiadi Dedi 
Published: August 2023

Pengabdian ini dilaksanakan di Dinas Pariwisata Kota Medan. Metode pelaksanaan yang digunakan adalah melalui kegiatan ceramah, diskusi dan tanya jawab tentang sosialisasi pemberdayaan aparatur sipil negara untuk meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan. Acara sosialisasi ini melibatkan seluruh pegawai di Dinas Pariwisata Kota Medan untuk lebih memahamkan pentingnya peningkatan kualitas pelayanan di Dinas Pariwisata di Kota Medan.
Adapun hasil diskusi dalam kegiatan Sosialisasi Pemberdayaan Aparatur Sipil Negara Untuk Meningkatkan Kualitas Pelayanan Pariwisata di Dinas Pariwisata Kota Medan dapat berjalan dengan lancar. Semua peserta terlihat antusias dan merasakan manfaatnya. Keberhasilan ini ditunjukkan antara lain: (1) Pegawai di Dinas Pariwisata Kota Medan yang menjadi peserta kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini memiliki pemahaman yang sama tentang Ímplementasi Pemberdayaan Aparatur Sipil Negara Untuk Meningkatkan Kualitas Pelayanan Pariwisata. (2) Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat di Dinas Pariwisata Kota Medan ini dapat berjalan dengan baik dan sesuai dengan perencanaan. (3) Akan dilakukan tahapan lanjutan setelah selesainya kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini dilakukan dalam rangka konsistensi berkontribusi memajukan kabupaten/Kota setempat.
Interventions to Support Social Participation for Autistic Children and Adolescents in Schools (2013–2021)
Authors: Little Lauren M. , Cohen Samantha R. , Tomchek Scott D. , Baker Alissa , Wallisch Anna , Dean Evan 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Systematic review briefs provide a summary of the findings from systematic reviews developed in conjunction with the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Evidence-Based Practice Program. Each systematic review brief summarizes the evidence on a theme related to a systematic review topic. This systematic review brief presents findings to support social participation in school contexts for autistic1 children and adolescents (birth to 18 yr).
The Why of the Buy
Authors: Divita Lorynn , Rath Patricia Mink , Bay Stefani , Petrizzi Richard , Gill Penny 
Published: August 2023

Even as the fashion industry changes rapidly with new technologies, styles and trendsetters, one thing remains constant: the customer is key. But with more competition than ever before, how do fashion brands reach elusive customers and even more crucially, establish loyalty? This thoroughly updated third edition introduces core concepts of consumer behavior through a unique fashion perspective. Ideal for fashion merchandising and marketing courses, this text explains the motivation behind consumer choice and purchase written in a clear manner with industry examples. This text will cover updates in technology and social media, which have changed the landscape of the fashion market. Discussion of the pandemic, diversity, sustainability, and ethical practices are also included. Student activities, mini-projects, and brand new “Just-in-Case” case studies promote application of the text concepts for a complete understanding of The Why of the Buy.
STUDIO Features Include:
- Self-assessment quizzes to test yourself on what you have just read
- Flashcards of key terms and concepts covered in the book
Instructor Resources
- Instructor’s Guide to help incorporate the text into your classroom
- PowerPoint Slides for every chapter
Cast shadows reveal changes in glacier surface elevation
Authors: Pfau Monika , Veh Georg , Schwanghart Wolfgang 
Published: August 2023

Abstract. Increased rates of glacier retreat and thinning need
accurate local estimates of glacier elevation change to predict future
changes in glacier runoff and their contribution to sea level rise. Glacier
elevation change is typically derived from digital elevation models (DEMs)
tied to surface change analysis from satellite imagery. Yet, the rugged
topography in mountain regions can cast shadows onto glacier surfaces,
making it difficult to detect local glacier elevation changes in remote
areas. A rather untapped resource comprises precise, time-stamped metadata on
the solar position and angle in satellite images. These data are useful for
simulating shadows from a given DEM. Accordingly, any differences in shadow
length between simulated and mapped shadows in satellite images could
indicate a change in glacier elevation relative to the acquisition date of
the DEM. We tested this hypothesis at five selected glaciers with long-term
monitoring programmes. For each glacier, we projected cast shadows onto the
glacier surface from freely available DEMs and compared simulated shadows to
cast shadows mapped from ∼40 years of Landsat images. We
validated the relative differences with geodetic measurements of glacier
elevation change where these shadows occurred. We find that shadow-derived
glacier elevation changes are consistent with independent photogrammetric
and geodetic surveys in shaded areas. Accordingly, a shadow cast on Baltoro
Glacier (the Karakoram, Pakistan) suggests no changes in elevation between 1987
and 2020, while shadows on Great Aletsch Glacier (Switzerland) point to
negative thinning rates of about 1 m yr−1 in our sample. Our estimates
of glacier elevation change are tied to occurrence of mountain shadows and
may help complement field campaigns in regions that are difficult to access.
This information can be vital to quantify possibly varying
elevation-dependent changes in the accumulation or ablation zone of a given
glacier. Shadow-based retrieval of glacier elevation changes hinges on the
precision of the DEM as the geometry of ridges and peaks constrains the
shadow that we cast on the glacier surface. Future generations of DEMs with
higher resolution and accuracy will improve our method, enriching the
toolbox for tracking historical glacier mass balances from satellite and
aerial images.
Efficient use of PV in a Microgrid using Reinforcement Learning
Authors: Haider Ali Khawaja 
Published: August 2023

Artificial Intelligence is a new concept to optimize or schedule the energy storage system of the Microgrid. The reinforcement learning (RL) method can be used in the effective scheduling of the battery connected to the microgrid. The proposed strategy aims to reduce energy costs while prioritizing both energy balance and user comfort within the microgrid. The key innovation lies in developing an optimal policy for battery actions (charging, discharging, idle) using a model-free stochastic approach. One significant aspect that sets this work apart from others is its acknowledgment of the non-deterministic nature of the state of charge (SOC) of the battery. Unlike systems that solely rely on grid charging, our approach takes into account the unpredictability of renewable energy sources, particularly solar power, which heavily depends on varying time instances and weather conditions throughout the day. Consequently, the SOC of the battery exhibits non-deterministic behavior due to the uncertainty in the availability of excess renewable energy for charging. The RL-based policy presented in this research capitalizes on the effective utilization of photovoltaic sources, optimizing the battery’s discharge and idle states. By intelligently adapting to the dynamic energy supply from renewable sources, the proposed approach ensures that the battery is charged only when surplus energy is available beyond fulfilling the overall system load demand.
PELATIHAN KEWIRAUSAHAAN TANAMAN OBAT TRADISIONAL DENGAN MEMANFAATKAN LAHAN DESA DI PROV BANGKA BELITUNG
Authors: Muhamad Seto Sudirman  , Ana Husnayanti  , Auronita Puspa Praitiwi  
Published: August 2023

Penduduk kecamatan Simpang Katis, namun banyak masyarakat yang belum mengenal tanaman obat keluarga atau disebut apotek, disamping ada yang mengenal daun pelawan sebagai obat tradisional tetapi masyarakat belum tau cara memasarkan dan membentuk usaha.
Metode. Tahapan pertama adalah memberikan penyuluhan materi tentang tanaman obat a manfaat dari tanaman tersebut dilakukan selama dua hari.Tahap Kedua adalah menjelaskan cara-cara yang efektif untuk menanam tanaman obat ini. Tahap ketiga, dilakukan praktek secara langsung dalam menanam tanaman obat ini. Tahap keempat, dilakukan praktek cara mengelola tanaman obat keluarga. Tahap kelima, dilakukan praktek cara mengemas dan memasrakan tanaman obat keluarga. Praktek ini diawasi oleh dinas UMKM Bangka Belitung.Tahap keenam, yaitu pembentukan UMKM Toga.
HASIL. Berdasarkan analisis data didapatkan nilai signifikansi 0,044<0,05. Berarti ada pengaruh signifikan sebelum dan sesudah diberikan penyuluhan mengenai UMKM terhadap pengetahuan responden. Berdasarkan analisis data didapatkan nilai signifikansi 0,000<0,05. Berarti ada pengaruh signifikan sebelum dan sesudah diberikan penyuluhan mengenai kesehatan (manfaat jambu biji) terhadap pengetahuan responden
ANALISIS PERBAIKAN KUALITAS DENGAN PENDEKATAN SIX SIGMA UNTUK PRODUK CACAT CUP 220ML PADA PT. XYZ
Authors: Mokhamad Syefri Abdillah  , Dr.Nuriyanto S.T,M.T  
Published: August 2023

PT. XYZ merupakan perusahaan yang bergerak di bidang Air Minum Dalam Kemasan Demineralisasi (AMDK-DM), masalah yang saat ini dihadapi oleh PT. XYZ saat ini adalah adanya produk cacat dan rusak yang mengakibatkan komplinan dari konsumen. Didalam perusahaan manufaktur seperti XYZ di penelitian ini tema permasalahannya di produksi AMDK cup 220ml, masalah yang sering dihadapi diantaranya kecacatan produk meliputi cacat cup, cacat lid, cacat volume, cacat mesin yang mengakibatkan kerugian bagi perusahaan. Di penelitian ini penulis menggunakan metode yang digunakan untuk pengendalian kualitas yaitu Six Sigma. Menurut Gygi, six sigma bertujuan meminimasi cacat dan memaksimalkan nilai tambah dari suatu produk.
Tujuan dari penelitian di PT. XYZ adalah mengidentifikasi masalah produksi PT. XYZ dan mengetahui faktor utama penyebab kegagalan (reject) dalam proses produksi produk AMDK cup 220ml di PT. XYZ, menganalisa tingkat cacat dan tingkat level sigma produksi AMDK cup 220ml dan Mengetahui beberapa faktor sebab akibat terjadinya produk defact AMDK cup 220ml. Dari Hasil analisa dengan metode six sigma cacat atribut dengan DPMO sigmanya mencapai 5263,2. Sedangkan level sigma mencapai 0,69.
KETAHANAN KELUARGA DI DESA KARANGSALAM KECAMATAN KEDUNGBANTENG KABUPATEN BANYUMAS BERBASIS KEARIFAN LOKAL DAN SPIRITUAL
Authors: Durrotun Nafisah  , Muchimah Muchimah , Moh. Toha Umar  
Published: August 2023

Tulisan ini mengkaji cara meningkatkan ketahanan keluarga di Desa Karangsalam Kecamatan Kedung Banteng Kabupaten Banyumas. Dalam penelitian ini pranata sosial kearifan lokal dan prilaku spiritual di desa tersebut yang direpresentasikan oleh lima majlis ta’lim ibu-ibu, PKK dan Karang Taruna difungsikan untuk meningkatkan ketahanan keluarga. Caranya adalah dengan mengintegrasikan muatan makna spiritual terhadap kegiatan rutin yang telah dilaksanakan oleh ketiga pranata sosial tersebut dan atau menambahkan kegiatan lain yang spesifik yang dapat dijadikan sebagai media atau tools untuk meningkatkan ketahanan keluarga. Adapun hasil penelitiannya yaitu Pertama adalah bahwa mengetahui aktifitas rutinan kearifan lokal dan spiritual di desa Karangsalam yang direpresentasikan oleh majlis ta’lim ibu-ibu, PKK dan Karang Taruna. Majlis ta’lim ibu-ibu telah melaksanakan rutinan mingguan tahlilan, yasinan, doa-doa, Kultum dan jamuan makan. Sedangkan rutinitas bulanan pertemuan PKK adalah pembukaan, menyanyikan lagu mars PKK dan mars KB, Kultum pembacaan notula, laporan-laporan, pengisian, arisan dan penutup doa. Sementara Karang Taruna masih belum rutin melaksanakan kegiatan bulanannya. Beberapa kegiatan yang pernah dilaksanakan adalah memperingati HUT RI dengan mengadakan lomba-lomba untuk anak-anak dan remaja serta ceramah dan dialog atas undangan Pondok Pesantren Fatkhul Mu’in tentang penanggulangan Narkoba dan menyelamatkan bangsa dengan menghindarkan remaja dari pergaulan bebas. Capaian yang kedua dari penelitian ini adalah mengfungsikan ketiga organisasi kearifan lokal dan spiritual beserta aktifitas rutinannya untuk meningkatkan ketahanan keluarga. Tahlil, yasin doa yang biasanya orientasinya adalah supaya mendapatkan pahala, dimana pahala tersebut dikirimkan untuk para leluhur yang sudah wafat atau arwah supaya diampuni dosanya maka ditambahkan muatan makna dan niat lainnya yaitu bahwa mujahadah itu juga sebagai ihtiar meningkatkan ketahanan keluarga. Setelah doa yasin tahlil juga ditambahkan doa khusus yang spesifik untuk keharmonisan rumah tangga dan doa supaya anak-anak menjadi anak yang sholih jauh dari narkoba, pergaulan bebas serta kenakalan remaja lainnya.
Effects of Supportive Group Therapy on Levels of Hopelessness in Patients with Cervical Cancer at Cancer Diseases Hospital in Lusaka, Zambia
Authors: Mutelo Christine , Ravi Paul , Ncheka Joyce 
Published: August 2023

Background: Hopelessness is a subjective appraisal of negative expectations about the occurrence of a highly valued outcome coupled with the sense that one lacks control over desired events in the future. Hopelessness is an early symptom of depression and is comorbid with cervical cancer. Supportive Group therapy offers an economical and time efficient solution. In Zambia and particularly at Cancer Disease Hospital such structured supportive group therapy is not being offered. This study aims to ascertain whether supportive group therapy can reduce levels of hopelessness in cervical cancer patients at Cancer disease hospital in Lusaka Zambia.Methodology: This was a double blinded Randomized Controlled Trial conducted at Cancer Disease Hospital in Lusaka Zambia. It wasconducted between March 2019 and September 2020. Patients with histologically confirmed diagnosis of cervical cancer were recruited. Sociodemographic characteristics and clinical presentations were elicited by detailed history taking and file review. All the participants completed PreHAI Questionnaire and their results were noted. They were then divided into a control and intervention group using computer generated numbers. The intervention group then attended one hour Supportive group therapy sessions weekly for four weeks. The control group continued to receive the usual support of their family members and Cancer disease hospital staff. Both groups were then administered the Post- HAI Questionnaire and their results were noted.Results: 49 patients were recruited. Patient retention was 92% (n= 45). Majority of the participants were of the age group 41-50 years i.e. control group (n =12) intervention group (n= 7). Majority were; married control (n= 11) intervention (n= 12), unemployed control (n=14) intervention (n= 18), had social support control (n=14) intervention (n= 18). Only social support correlated with lower HAI scores (p= 0.047). There was no correlation between therapy and post HAI scores as both p- values i.e. control (p= 0.683) intervention (p= 0.368) were greater than confidence interval 0.05. The intervention group had a greater reduction in HAI scores from (p= 0.621 to p= 0.368) in comparison to the control group (p= 0.707 to p= 0.683).Conclusion: There was a difference (yet statistically insignificant) in treatment outcomes of cervical cancer patients receiving supportive group therapy to those not receiving supportive group therapy. That is to say that the intervention group showed a greater reduction in HAI scores in comparison to the control group. Social support is the only significant factor associated with lower levels of hopelessness.
Naar een betere positie voor de minderjarige in het erfrecht
Authors: ter Haar J.H.M. 
Published: August 2023

Naar een betere positie voor de minderjarige in het erfrecht
De wetgever heeft bij de invoering van het erfrecht in 2003 vooral oog gehad voor de positie van de langstlevende echtgenoot en voor een vlotte boedelafwikkeling. Aan waarborgen voor minderjarige erfrechtelijke verkrijgers is nauwelijks aandacht besteed. Met het conceptwetsvoorstel dat door de minister op 17 april 2023. is aangekondigd, lijkt daar nu echt verandering in te komen.
Twintig jaar erfprocesrecht in de advocatenpraktijk
Authors: Knoppers P.G. 
Published: August 2023

Twintig jaar erfprocesrecht in de advocatenpraktijk
De afgelopen twintig jaar is er volop geprocedeerd in erfrechtzaken. Dit blijkt regelmatig een complexe aangelegenheid. Het erfprocesrecht is daarmee in de afgelopen jaren flink gevormd door de rechtspraak. In deze bijdrage komen diverse ontwikkelingen daaromtrent aan de orde. Het betreft geen limitatieve opsomming, maar een overdenking van de in het oog springende ontwikkelingen.
Benadeeld zeker, maar of het telt?
Authors: Maasland J.L.D.J. 
Published: August 2023

Benadeeld zeker, maar of het telt? Een beschouwing over giften in de zin van artikel 4:67 sub a BW
Op grond van artikel 4:67 sub a BW worden giften die kennelijk gedaan en aanvaard zijn met het vooruitzicht dat daardoor legitimarissen worden benadeeld bij de berekening van de legitimaire massa in aanmerking genomen, ongeacht de tijd die is verstreken tussen de gift en het overlijden. In deze bijdrage gaat de auteur in op de door artikel 4:67 sub a BW gestelde criteria, toegespitst op de inbreng van vermogen in een (buitenlands) doelvermogen, zoals bijvoorbeeld een trust, Stichting Particulier Fonds (SPF) naar het recht van Curaçao of een Liechtensteinse Privatstiftung.
Becoming a restorative university: The role of restorative justice in higher education
Authors: Karp David 
Published: August 2023

Becoming a restorative university: The role of restorative justice in higher education
This article describes the concept of a restorative university, an organisation that embraces restorative justice principles and practices. The article reviews the emergence of contemporary restorative justice; a framework for restorative justice in higher education; implementation in student affairs; the place of restorative justice in academic affairs; restorative justice and organisational culture; what we know about campus implementation, including results of a survey of universities; and suggestions for practical next steps for higher education institutions to become more restorative. Wherever possible, the article references restorative applications globally but predominantly focuses on university campuses in the United States.
II. DÜNYA SAVAŞI’NIN KIRGIZ EDEBİYATINA YANSIMALARI: KADIN VE ÇOCUK PSİKOLOJİSİ ÖRNEĞİNDE
Authors: İSMAİLOVA Zhyldyz 
Published: August 2023

Savaşlar toplumların yaşamlarını alt üst eden en yıkıcı süreçtir. Altmış beş milyon insanın hayatına mal olan, Sovyet halkının Almanlara karşı mücadele verdiği Büyük Vatan Savaşı bu savaşlardan biridir. Savaşlar taraflar arasında geçerken toplumda iki yıkıma neden olur; psikolojik ve fiziksel. Savaş deyince bizim ilk gözümüze çarpan fiziksel yıkımdır ancak bu yıkımlar tekrardan inşa edilebilir. Psikolojik yıkım ise yıllarca sürebilmektedir. Sovyetler Birliğindeki on beş ülkenin biri olan Kırgızistan’da da bu savaştan her bir aile derinden etkilenmiştir. Stalin’in demir yumrukla ülkeyi yönettiği o dönemde propagandalar ve tehditlerle savaşa üç yüz altmış bin Kırgız katılmış ve yüz altmış bin kadarı geri dönmemiştir. Kırgız Türkleri II. Dünya Savaşı’nı kendi millî mücadelesi gibi görüp her şeyini ortaya koymuştur. Sadece şehitler verilmemiştir. Aynı zamanda eşini ve evladını kaybeden mağdur kadınlar, oyun çağındayken babasızlık ve açlıkla karşıya kalan ve küçük yaşta büyük sorumlulukların altına giren masum çocuklar psikolojik travmalar yaşamak zorunda kalmıştır. Dolayısıyla cephedeki savaş kadar cephe gerisindeki kadınlar ve çocukların yaşam şartları da oldukça zorlu olmuştur.
Kırgız Türkleri, II. Dünya Savaşı’nın yarattığı psikolojik, sosyolojik, ekonomik yıkımların yanı sıra kültürel yıkıma da maruz kalmıştır. Bu yıkımlar Kırgız halkında derin etkiler yaratmıştır. Savaş sonrası yıllarda Sovyet rejimi şair ve yazarların sadece savaşın zaferini yazmalarına izin vermiştir. Savaşın halk üzerindeki yıkımlarından, Stalin’in öldüğü tarih olan 1953’e kadar kimse bahsedememiştir. 1960’lı yıllardan itibaren “Altmışlıklar” olarak da bilinen aralarında Cengiz Aytmatov’un da bulunduğu sanatçılar Kırgız edebiyatının edebî seviyesini yükselten eserler kaleme alırlar.