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Thermoelectric Performance of Bi1.8Sb0.2Te3.0 Alloys under High Pressures
Authors: Thi Kim Anh Do 
Published: September 2023

The pressure eﬀect on the thermopower has been investigated for the Bi1.8Sb0.2Te3.0 alloys. We have found an anisotropic pressure dependence on the thermopower for p- and n-type Bi1.8Sb0.2Te3.0 at room temperature. Along a-axis, for p-type, the thermopower value increased with increase of pressure at a rate of 13.9 %/Gpa, whereas, along c-axis, itkeeps approximately constant.. The absolue value of the thermopower decreased with pressure along both a- and c-axis for n-type. The power factor increased largely with increase of pressure for p-type Bi1.8Sb0.2Te3.0, while it is approximately constant for n-type.
Reconfigurable Generation of PAM-4 Signal Based on Fano Effect for Optical Interconnect Systems
Authors: The Duong Do , Duy Tien Le , Thi Hong Loan Nguyen , Thanh Nhat Hoang , Trung Thanh Le 
Published: September 2023

We present a novel low-power architecture for the generation of multilevel pulse amplitude modulation (PAM-4) signal generation. A new structure of a micro-ring resonator based on a 4´4 MMI (Multimode interference) coupler is proposed to control the coupling coefficient and Fano shapes. Based on this structure, a high linearity of the transmission is created, compared with the Mach Zehnder Interferometer (MZI) conventional structure. Here, instead of using directional couplers and MZI as shown in the previous reports, in our method only two 4´4 multimode interference structures on silicon on insulator (SOI) waveguides has been used. The new design is compatible and suitable for the current CMOS fabrication technology. In this work, the special design is as follows: one of two MMI couplers is used to be a micro-ring resonator and two segmented phase shifters are used in the micro-ring resonator to generate 4 levels of the PAM-4 signal. The micro-ring resonator is controlled to work at the over-coupled region, so the Fano effect can be generated. This proposed PAM-4 architecture uses the generated Fano effect, therefore an extreme reduction in power consumption can be achieved. A large fabrication tolerance of ±500 nm and a compact footprint of 10´500 µm2 can be carried-out. The device is simulated and optimally designed using the FDTD (finite difference time domain) and EME (Eigenmode Expansion). This architecture can be useful for optical interconnects and data center network applications.
Alteration of pulmonary mitochondrial oxidation status, inflammation, energy metabolizing enzymes, oncogenic and apoptotic markers in mice model of diisononyl phthalate-induced asthma
Authors: Kehinde Samuel Abiodun , Olajide Abosede Temitope , Akinpelu Oyindamola Joy , Ogunsanya Sanmi Tunde 
Published: September 2023

Primary plasticizer used in polyvinyl chloride is diisononyl phthalate (DiNP) and exposure to DiNP has been associated with the development of asthma and allergies. In the current study, how DiNP alters pulmonary antioxidant status, inflammation, energy metabolizing enzymes, oncogenic and apoptotic markers in DiNP-induced asthmatic mice was examined. Male BALB/c mice (n=20, 20-30 g) were divided into 2 groups of 10 mice each: group 1 (control) received saline (0.2ml/kg) orally for 23 days, and group 2 (DiNP) received 50 mg/kg DiNP (Intraperitoneal and intranasal) once per day. After the last administration, mice were sacrificed, lungs were removed and used for biochemical and histopathological analysis. DiNP treated mice experienced alterations in their lung histoarchitecture, levels of oncogenic and apoptotic factors, glycolytic, tricarboxylic acid cycle (TCA), and electron transport chain enzymes (ETC), antioxidant status, and inflammatory biomarkers. DiNP decreased the lungs levels of reduced glutathione and ascorbic acid, and the activities of superoxide dismutase, catalase, and glutathione-s-transferase. In the lungs of DiNP-treated mice compared to the control group, malondialdehyde and inflammatory biomarkers (nitric oxide and myeloperoxidase) were significantly greater (p<0.05). Furthermore, the activities of glycolytic enzymes hexokinase, aldolase, lactate dehydrogenase were downregulated with a concomitant increase in NADase (77%). TCA enzymes and ETC enzymes were significantly reduced as well. CAS-3, p53, Bax, c-MYC, K-Ras increased by 65%, 51%, 70%, 59% and 82% respectively while BCL-2 decreased by 74%. Histopathological analysis revealed distortion of the airway structure characterized by inflammatory cell infiltration, oedema, hemorrhage, and constricted alveoli space. Exposure to DiNP caused oxidative stress which promotes lung inflammation via depletion of antioxidants, pulmonary energy transduction enzymes, levels of oncogenic and apoptotic factors were impaired as well, suggesting that the lungs may not be able to perform its morphological and physiological functions effectively.
EDUKASI DAN SOSIALISASI KESEHATAN, SCREENING, PEMERIKSAAN DAN PENGOBATAN DI KELURAHAN AMASSANGAN KECAMATAN WARA KOTA PALOPO
Authors: Nadirah Andi , Khaddapi Muammar 
Published: September 2023

Penyakit kronis merupakan masalah kesehatan yang mengancam masyarakat secara global. Masalah kesehatan ini cenderung berlangsung lama dan merupakan hasil kombinasi faktor genetik, fisiologis, lingkungan, dan perilaku hidup/ pola makan yang berdampak tidak hanya bagi kondisi pasien sendiri tapi juga berdampak bagi keluarga, lingkungan sosial bahkan bagi negara dengan membenahi anggaran biaya kesehatan untuk pengobatan penyakit kronis yang bersifat tahunan. Tujuan dari kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat ini adalah meningkatkan pengetahuan dan pola hidup sehat, mendeteksi dini kelompok beresiko dan melakukan pengobatan pada masyarakat penderita penyakit Hipertensi, Diabetes Melitus, cholesterol dan Gout Artritis (asam urat) atau disebut penyakit tidak menular (PTM) serta penyakit lainnya pada masyarakat di Kelurahan Amassangang. Tahapan kegiatan ini meliputi tahap persiapan, tahap pelaksanaan dan tahap evaluasi atau pelaporan. Kegiatan yang dilakukan berupa edukasi kesehatan, pemeriksaan laboratorium dasar, Sceering dan pengobatan. Hasil dari kegiatan ini diharapkan akan sangat berdampak pada perubahan persepsi dan perilaku kesehatan, pencegahan penyakit kronis, pencegahan komplikasi dari penyakit kronis, penurunan angka morbiditas (kesakitan) dan mortalitas (kematian) akibat penyakit kronis, peningkatan derajat kesehatan masyarakat dan peningkatan kualitas hidup masyarakat.
Importance of agriculture in Indian economy
Authors: Doria Rakesh 
Published: September 2023

Agriculture has been the cornerstone of the Indian economy since ancient times. Agriculture is the fundamental structure of the Indian economy. Because agriculture is the main source of income for almost half of India's population. This is the reason why agriculture is considered the backbone of the Indian economy. Agriculture has an important contribution in the Indian economy, the basic reason for which is that about 60 percent of India's population is connected to the agriculture sector. Which contributes about 20 percent to India's GDP. At present, the Government of India is running many programs to increase agricultural production. Whose main objective includes improvement in agricultural sector like increase in agricultural production, financial help to farmers, use of technology in agriculture, scientific applications in agriculture, etc.
Abstract in Hindi Language:
प्राचीन काल से ही कृषि भारतीय अर्थव्यवस्था की आधारषिला रही है। कृषि भारतीय अर्थव्यवस्था का बुनिवादी ढांचा है। क्योंकि भारत के लगभग आधी जनसंख्या के आय का मुख्य स्रोत कृषि है। यही कारण है कि कृषि को भारतीय अर्थव्यवस्था का रीढ़ भी कहाँ जाता है। भारतीय अर्थव्यवस्था में कृषि का महत्वपूर्ण योगदान है, जिसका मूलभूत कारण यह है की भारत लगभग 60 प्रतिषत जनसंख्या कृषि क्षेत्र से जुड़ी हुई है। जो कि भारत की जीडीपी में लगभग 20 प्रतिषत का योगदान करती है। वर्तमान समय में भारत सरकार कृषि उत्पादन में वृद्धि के लिए अनेको कार्यक्रम चला रही हैं। जिसका मुख्य उद्देष्य कृषि क्षेत्र में सुधार जैसे - कृषि उत्पादन में वृद्धि, किसानों को आर्थिक मदद, कृषि में टेक्नोलोजी का प्रयोग, कृषि में वैज्ञानिक अनुप्रयोग, आदि शामिल है।
Keywords: अर्थव्यवस्था, सकल घरेलु उत्पाद, कृषि, जनसंख्या
SOUTH AFRICAN DAIRY INDUSTRY AND THE USE OF INTERCULTURAL BUSINESS COMMUNICATION FOR IMPROVEMENT
Authors: Adanlawo Eyitayo Francis , Vezi-Magigaba Makhosazana Faith 
Published: September 2023

The dairy industry is an important part of the highly diverse agricultural sector of South African economy. The industry is a significant contributor to the food security and it also provides many social and economic attributes to the nation. South Africa has the potential to be self-sufficient in milk production, the country currently imports fluid milk and processed dairy products. For the industry to attain a larger world market share, it has to be competitive. A proper and constant intercultural business communication (IBC) with nations that are advanced in the production of milk and dairy products is the key to improving the sector's competitiveness. In this regard, the study examines the role of innovative intercultural business communication for the improvement of South African dairy industry. A systematic review method was adopted for collection and analysis of data relevant to the study. Communication accommodation theory (CAT) was used to explain the role that communication plays in building relationship that will lead to improved production. The study revealed that intercultural business communication has the capacity to build relationships that will lead to improved production for dairy industries. The study recommends regular visitations to more advanced nations’ dairy farms and adequate training on language and culture. Based on the conclusion and recommendations, this study presents a platform for the dairy industries to think about an innovative intercultural business communication approach to be at a competitive edge in a global environment.
Calvarial vault remodeling including pterional decompression for the treatment of nonsyndromic scaphocephaly patients: technical note and retrospective case series
Authors: Matthijs Vincent , Vandersteene Jelle , Baert Edward 
Published: September 2023

OBJECTIVE
Surgical techniques to correct scaphocephaly often rely on the implantation of foreign material and/or postoperative helmet therapy and possibly result in minimal correction of frontal bossing. Moreover, foreign material and helmet therapy are associated with extra medical care and financial costs. Frontal bossing is perceived as a prominent, disfiguring feature of scaphocephaly. Herein, authors present the results of a total cranial vault remodeling technique that corrects scaphocephaly features without relying on foreign material or postoperative helmet therapy. It includes frontal release and pterional decompression, which aim to correct frontal bossing.

METHODS
All patients who had been operated on for isolated scaphocephaly at a single institution between January 2011 and December 2020 were included in this retrospective review. Operation time, transfusion volume, hospital stay, complications, cephalic index (CI), and bossing angle (BA) were analyzed.

RESULTS
Sixty-five patients with nonsyndromic scaphocephaly were included in this analysis. Imaging to calculate the CI and BA preoperatively, immediately postoperatively, and 1 year postoperatively was available in 22 and 20 patients, respectively. The mean CI increased from 69.2% preoperatively to 74.6% postoperatively and 75.5% 1 year postoperatively. The mean BA decreased from 114.5° preoperatively to 111.6° postoperatively and 108.9° 1 year postoperatively. The mean operating time was 2 hours 4 minutes, and the median blood transfusion volume was 100 ml. There were no major complications or reoperations.

CONCLUSIONS
The described total cranial vault remodeling technique is a safe procedure that mitigates total treatment burden, as no helmet therapy or implantation of foreign material is needed. It is effective in correcting CI and results in significant frontal bossing correction. The latter is attributed to a distinctive feature of the technique: frontal release and pterional decompression.
Kemampuan penalaran matematis siswa dalam menyelesaikan soal cerita
Authors: Cahyani Nurul Dewi , Sritresna Teni 
Published: September 2023

AbstractThis research is motivated by students' reasoning abilities that are still low in solving math word problems. Students still have difficulty in giving proper reasons for a problem that has been done and confusion in giving conclusions about a statement. Even reasoning skills should be needed when students solve a problem because then students will easily apply them in solving a problem. This study aims to analyze students' mathematical reasoning abilities in solving word problems. This research uses a qualitative research approach with a descriptive research type. The subjects in this study were 6 students of class VIII-C of SMP Negeri 1 Kadungora who were selected from the results of the initial test of mathematical reasoning abilities, namely 3 students with high reasoning abilities, 1 student with moderate reasoning abilities, and 2 students with low reasoning abilities. The results of this study are 1) Students with high reasoning abilities in solving word problems, namely S-2 and S-3 are able to fulfill the four indicators of reasoning. While S-1 is able to fulfill three indicators of reasoning. 2) Students with moderate reasoning abilities in solving word problems are able to fulfill two reasoning indicators, namely S-4. 3) Students with low reasoning abilities in solving word problems are only able to fulfill one reasoning indicator, namely S,-5, and S-6. Abstrak Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh kemampuan penalaran siswa yang masih rendah dalam memecahkan soal cerita matematika. Siswa masih kesulitan dalam memberikan alasan yang tepat terhadap suatu permasalahan yang telah dikerjakan serta kebingungan dalam memberikan kesimpulan terhadap suatu pernyataan. Padahal seharusnya kemampuan penalaran sangat dibutuhkan ketika siswa memecahkan suatu permasalahan, karena dengan begitu siswa akan mudah menerapkannya dalam menyelesaikan suatu permasalahan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis kemampuan penalaran matematis siswa dalam menyelesaikan soal cerita. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan penelitian kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian deskriptif. Subjek dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 6 siswa kelas VIII-C SMP Negeri 1 Kadungora yang dipilih dari hasil tes awal kemampuan penalaran matematis yaitu 3 siswa dengan kemampuan penalaran tinggi, 1 siswa dengan kemampuan penalaran sedang, dan 2 siswa dengan kemampuan penalaran rendah. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah: 1) Siswa dengan kemampuan penalaran tinggi dalam menyelesaikan soal cerita yaitu S-2 dan S-3 mampu memenuhi empat indikator penalaran. Sedangkan S-1 mampu memenuhi tiga indikator penalaran. 2) Siswa dengan kemampuan penalaran sedang dalam menyelesaikan soal cerita mampu memenuhi dua indikator penalaran yaitu S-4. 3) Siswa dengan kemampuan penalaran rendah dalam menyelesaikan soal cerita hanya mampu memenuhi satu indikator penalaran yaitu S-5 dan S-6.
Pengaruh Penggunaan T2 Blade terhadap Kualitas Citra MRI Cervical Potongan Sagital pada Pasien Non-Cooperative
Authors: Sriyatun Sriyatun , Supriyaningsih Eny , Oktavianti Yasinta 
Published: September 2023

Background: Using T2 BLADE in Cervical MRI examination can improve image quality because it can reduce artifacts especially with Non-Cooperative patients. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of T2 BLADE use on sagittal cut image quality in Non-Cooperative patients. The benefit of using T2 BLADE is that it provides insight to the reader and as an alternative in selecting the right sequence on Cervical MRI examination with Non-Cooperative patients so as to get an optimal and informative picture.Methods: The research design carried out was qualitative descriptive analytic with an observation and experimental approach which was carried out from May to June 2023 at Fatmawati Hospital using a Siemens Magnetom Altea 1.5T MRI aircraft. The population of this study was samples that performed Cervical MRI examination with a total of 6 samples. The data in this study is primary data collected by observation, experiments and questionnaires. Data processing and analysis was carried out by giving questionnaires to radiologst and radiographer who made subjective assessments and processed with simple calculations using Ms. Excel to find the Mean.Results: The results of this study are, the image quality of Cervical MRI examination in Non-Cooperative patients is more optimal using T2 BLADE sequences, the resulting images have quite informative results when compared to T2 TSE sequences. This study can be an option when conducting Cervical MRI examination on Non-Cooperative patients based on questionnaires, simple calculations and author analysis, so that patients get a diagnosis accurately and quickly.Conclusions: It can be concluded that the image quality of Cervical MRI examination in Non-Cooperative patients is more optimal using T2 BLADE sequences, the resulting image has quite informative results. This study can be an option when conducting Cervical MRI examination on Non-Cooperative patients based on questionnaires, simple calculations and author analysis, so that patients get a diagnosis accurately and quickly.
Studi Kasus Pemeriksaan MSCT Urografi Multiphase dengan Klinis Tumor Ginjal
Authors: Rahayu Ratna Tri , Sulaksono Nanang , Kurniawan Andrey Nino 
Published: September 2023

Background: The procedure for examining multi-slice computed tomography (MSCT) multiphase urography with clinical kidney tumors in the Radiology Installation of the Banyumas General Hospital differs from the literature in the use of scans in the corticomedullary phase and the post-contrast scanning phase. This study aims to determine the procedure for MSCT Urography Multiphase examination with clinical kidney tumors, to find out the reasons for using a scan of the corticomedullary phase area from the diaphragm to the pubic symphysis and to find out the reasons for using four phases of post-contrast scanning.Methods: This type of research is qualitative research with a case study approach. Data was collected at the radiology installation at the Banyumas Hospital from January to May 2023, the study respondents consisted of three radiographers, one radiologist, one sending doctor and one radiology nurse. Methods of data collection by observation, in-depth interviews, documentation. Data analysis was carried out through the stages of data collection, data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions.Results: MSCT Urography Multiphase examination procedure with clinical kidney tumors in the radiology installation of Banyumas Hospital includes, the patient's supine feet first position, scanning area from the diaphragm to the symphysis pubis, using 50 ml of contrast media with 40 ml of saline flush. Scanning technique by taking the pre-contrast phase, corticomedullary phase, nephrography phase, equilibrium phase and delay phase. Scan the area of the corticomedullary phase from the diaphragm to the symphysis pubis to to simplify the scanning process because the tool protocol has already made full abdominal scan area settings and to evaluate the pattern of abdominal organ enhancement if there is a metastatic urothelial lesion other than the kidney. The use of four phases of post-contrast scanning is because the goals and functions of each scanning phase are different so that the maximum diagnostic information is obtained.Conclusions: The MSCT Urography Multiphase examination procedure with clinical kidney tumors in the radiology installation of Banyumas can provide optimal diagnostic information.
Enhancing Sublingual Tablet Quality through QbD: Current Trends and Insights"
Authors: Joshi Deepak , Choudhary Naveen K 
Published: September 2023

<img src=” https://s3.amazonaws.com/production.scholastica/article/88223/large/prnano_1062023ga.jpg?1695575959”> The field of pharmaceutical development has witnessed a significant shift toward implementing Quality by Design (QbD) principles to enhance the quality, safety, and efficacy of various drug delivery systems. As a promising alternative to traditional oral dosage forms, sublingual tablets have gained attention for their rapid onset of action and improved patient compliance. This re-view article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of QbD and its relevance in the context of sublingual tablets. It delves into the intricate relationship between Critical Quality Attributes (CQAs) and Critical Process Parameters (CPPs), emphasizing the necessity of a systematic approach to achieving product excellence. Furthermore, the article highlights the benefits of implementing QbD in sublingual tablet development, potential challenges, and the regulatory landscape for QbD in pharmaceutical development.
PROSES KREATIF DISCOURSE OF MUSICAL “DULU BARU SEKARANG” KARYA NSA PROJECT MOVEMENT
Authors: Lenda Leno Patricia 
Published: September 2023

NSA PM mempersembahkan karya Discourse Of Musical “Dulu Baru Sekarang” sebagai wacana baru musik kontemporer. Musik adalah bagaimana imajinasi seseorang mampu menghidupkan bunyi-bunyian. Disajikan musik dengan penari laki-laki bertema transgender. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mendeskripsikan proses kreatif dan faktor – faktor apa yang mempengaruhi karya Discourse of Musical “Dulu Baru Sekarang”. Pendekatan yang digunakan adalah kualitatif, bersifat deskriptif. Hasil penelitian, terdapat 4 tahapan proses kreatif yaitu tahapan persiapan berupa ide maupun SDM, inkubasi untuk mendiskusikan karya, iluminasi berupa tahap dimana ide dituangkan pada sebuah bentuk komposisi dan tahap akhir verifikasi merupakan tahap evaluasi. Proses penciptaan berlangsung selama 1 minggu dengan jam latihan minimal 2-6 jam. Faktor internal berasal dari latar belakang komposer sebagai seniman musik tradisi dan faktor eksternal pendukung ditinjau dari latar belakang pendidikan, keterlibatan pendukung baik pemusik dan penari, dan fasilitas yang ada.
Kata Kunci: Proses Kreatif, NSA Project Movement, Dulu Baru Sekarang
Sources of Resistance to Powdery Mildew in Wild Barley (Hordeum vulgare subsp. spontaneum) Collected in Jordan, Lebanon, and Libya
Authors: Czembor Jerzy H. , Czembor Elzbieta 
Published: September 2023

Barley powdery mildew (BPM) is caused by the pathogen Blumeria hordei (Bh) and can lead to severe yield loss. Plant pathologists are looking for new sources of resistance to BPM. Barley accessions, including the wild subspecies Hordeum vulgare subsp. spontaneum (Hvs), are stored in many gene banks and are often a valuable source of economically important characteristics. The wild barley Hvs could be a valuable resistance source for BPM. The aim of the presented investigation was to detect new sources of BPM resistance in 81 accessions of Hvs collected in Jordan (46), Lebanon (24), and Libya (11). European differential isolates of BPM were used, and resistant single plant lines were selected for use from fifteen accessions from Jordan and Libya. These resistant single plant lines were tested for the presence of specific resistance genes using a differential set of Bh isolates. Hypotheses about the presence of specific resistance genes were made by comparing the reaction spectra of the tested lines with those of differential lines. After an analysis of the obtained results, it was concluded that all 31 tested single plant lines of Hvs had genes for resistance that are not represented in the barley differential set for resistance genes to Bh. Twenty-six lines of Hvs selected from accessions originated in Jordan and Libya showed resistance reactions to all isolates used. These lines will be further tested as new sources of effective resistance and used in barley prebreeding programs.