bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
ANALISIS KOMUNIKASI KELUARGA ANTARA PERANTAU DENGAN ORANG TUA (STUDI PADA PERANTAU SUMATERA SELATAN DI KOTA BATAM)
Authors: Milta Dea , Abidin Sholihul 
Published: September 2023

Family communication between migrants (children) and their parents is a verbal and non verbal interaction that occurs between children who live far away from home and their parents. This communication allows them to stay connected, share information, and maintain emotional relationships despite the distance. This research employed a qualitative method, utilizing Mery Anne Fitzpatrick's family relationship schema theory. The theory illustrates communication practices within a family involving the roles of parents and children. The research findings indicate that the forms and patterns of communication adopted by migrants from South Sumatra residing in Batam City are verbal, aligned with the communication practices between children and parents within Fitzpatrick's concept. Through interviews as one of the data collection techniques, researchers discovered how communication occurs using various media such as WhatsApp and video calls, enabling migrants to exchange information with their parents in their hometown. In conclusion, this study demonstrates the significance of family communication between migrants from South Sumatra in Batam City and their parents in the hometown to overcome the obstacle of distance. Effective communication and strong emotional bonds help address this challenge. The family relationship schema theory provides valuable insights into understanding family communication, particularly between migrant children and their parents, which is crucial in maintaining family ties despite the distance and physical separation.

Keywords: Family Communication, Parent-Child Communication, Long-Distance Communication, Migrants
PENGARUH MOTIVASI DAN DISIPLIN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA APARATUR SIPIL NEGARA PADA KANTOR CAMAT BATAM KOTA
Authors: Ndruru Titus Tulus Hati , Dompak Timbul 
Published: September 2023

This study aims to determine the effect of Motivation and Work Discipline on the Performance of employees in the Batam City District Office. The research method used is explanatory and quantitative in nature. The sampling technique used was saturated sampling technique, namely the sample in this study consisted of 40 employees who served in the Batam City District Office. The instrument used in the study was a questionnaire by distributing questionnaires to respondents. Data were processed using SPSS software version 29 with the results showing that motivation has a positive but not significant effect on employee performance with t count 0.199 < t table 2,0261 ​​and a significance of 0.843 > 0.05. Work Discipline obtained t count value of 7,823 > t table 2,0261 ​​with a significance of 0.00 < 0.05 which means that Work Discipline has a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Motivation and Work Discipline simultaneously have a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance, this is evidenced by the value of the F test results with F count 40.164 > F table 3.25 and a significance of 0.000 < 0.05. And the R-Square value is 0.685.
INOVASI PELAYANAN PUBLIK SEBAGAI UPAYA MEWUJUDKAN TRANSPORTASI BERKELANJUTAN DI KOTA BATAM
Authors: Ompusunggu Melisa Fresa , Dompak, S.E., M.Si. Timbul 
Published: September 2023

Batam City kept The quantity of vehicles in Batam City is expanding, various occupants who utilize the Batam trans transport mentioned that the Regional Government increment the armada so as not to stand by excessively lengthy at the bus station and the transport appearance plan isn't not surprisingly. They were confounded that the transports on the Sekupang-Batam Center and Jodoh courses didn't come around then. The exploration targets are to break down open help development as a work to acknowledge maintainable transportation in Batam city and to examine the variables that frustrate public help advancement as a work to acknowledge practical transportation in Batam city. The hypotheses utilized in this exploration are Public Assistance; Development Idea; Administration Advancement Idea; Public Service Innovation Indicators; Factors That Prevent Public Service Innovation furthermore, Feasible Transportation. the examination strategy utilized in this exploration is subjective with an illustrative methodology. The consequences of the examination on the job of the Batam City Transportation Organization in advancement in Batam City in offering Public Support Development administrations as a work to acknowledge economical transportation in Batam City have been running great, however there should be more development.
Keywords: innovation, service, sustainable transportation
URGENSI PERLINDUNGAN HUKUM TERHADAP JUSTICE COLABORATOR DALAM TINDAK PIDANA KORUPSI
Authors: Silitonga Dony Andrianto , Jamba Padrisan 
Published: September 2023

Criminal acts, such as corruption, are illegal actions committed by individuals that harm the state for personal or others' benefits. Corruption is considered an exceptional crime, making investigations challenging due to the intricate methods employed by the perpetrators. This difficulty led to the introduction of the term "perpetrator witness" or "justice collaborator," referring to a witness who cooperates with law enforcement authorities to investigate the same crime. The objective of this study is to examine the legal arrangements and protection measures afforded to justice collaborators in sharing information. The research employed a normative legal research method, utilizing library research and primary, secondary, and tertiary data sources. The findings reveal several legal provisions, including Law No. 31 of 2014 and SEMA No. 4 of 2011, as well as forms of protection provided by law enforcement agencies, encompassing physical and psychological safeguards. However, it can be inferred from the study that the legal foundation for justice collaborators lacks clarity, as it holds the potential for multiple interpretations in practical implementation. Additionally, the level of protection provided and the fulfillment of promises by law enforcers have not been fully optimized.

Keywords: Coruuption, Criminal, Justice, Law, Legal.
Determinan Penggelapan Pajak di KPP Pratama Batam Selatan(studi kasus WPOP di KPP Pratama Batam Selatan)
Authors: Aruan Ostor Debora , Wage Sunarto 
Published: September 2023

This research was conducted to analyze the determinants that influence tax evasion. The determinants of tax evasion used include tax discrimination, self-assessment systems and tax sanctions. Types of quantitative assessment. The population determined is a taxpayer registered at KPP Pratama South Batam. The sample is determined by simple random sampling, distributing questionnaires to 400 taxpayers. The data analysis technique uses the linear regression analysis method, classical assumptions, coefficient of determination, T test and F test by applying SPSS version 29. The results of the analysis conclude that tax discrimination has a significant partial effect on tax evasion with tcount 2.240 > ttable 1.966. The self-assessment system has a significant partial effect on tax evasion with tcount 2.295 > ttable 1.966. Tax sanctions have a significant partial effect on tax evasion with tcount 2.851 > ttable 1.966. Simultaneous testing interprets tax discrimination, self-assessment system and tax sanctions have a significant effect on tax evasion with Fcount 4.106 > Ftable 2.605 and a significance of 0.000 <0.05

Keyword : Tax discrimination;Tax Evasion;Tax Sanctions;Self Assessment System
Development of a quantitative thyroid-stimulating hormone assay system for a benchtop digital ELISA desktop analyzer
Authors: Arai Yoshiyuki , Wang Dong , Takeuchi Miki , Utsunomiya Sosuke , Degawa Takuma , Kai Atsushi , Ichikawa Hisashi , Chiba Ryotaro , Yoshimura Toru 
Published: September 2023

Regular checkups for thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels are essential for the diagnosis of thyroid disease. The enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) technique is a standard method for detecting TSH in the serum or plasma of hospitalized patients. A recently developed next-generation ELISA, the digital immunoassay (d-IA), has facilitated detection of molecules with ultra-high-sensitivity. In this study, we developed a TSH assay system using the d-IA platform. By utilizing the ultrasensitivity of d-IA, we were able to use a sample volume of as little as 5 µL for each assay (the dead volume was 5 µL). The limits of blank, detection, and quantification (i.e., functional sensitivity), were 0.000346, 0.001953, and 0.002280 μIU/mL, respectively, and the precision of the total coefficient of variation did not exceed 10%. The correlation between serum and plasma levels indicated good agreement. Thus, our system successfully measured TSH using d-IA with a small sample volume and equal functional sensitivity to the current third generation like ARCHITECT TSH assay, which has a functional sensitivity of 0.0038 μIU/mL.
Impact of body mass index on worsening of diastolic function and impairment of left atrial strain in the general female urban population: a subanalysis of the Berlin female risk evaluation echocardiography follow-up study
Authors: Romero Dorta Elena , Wolf Adrian , Hübscher Anne , Blaschke-Waluga Daniela , Seeland Ute , Crayen Claudia , Bischoff Sven , Mattig Isabel , Dreger Henryk , Stangl Karl , Regitz-Zagrosek Vera , Landmesser Ulf , Knebel Fabian , Stangl Verena , Brand Anna 
Published: September 2023

BackgroundThe association of body mass index (BMI) with diastolic dysfunction (DD) is well described in the literature. However, there is conflicting evidence and long-term follow-up data regarding effects of BMI on preclinical DD and left atrial (LA) function are scarce, highlighting the importance of early detection tools, such as myocardial strain.PurposeThe aim of our study was to prospectively analyze the impact of clinical and demographic parameters, especially of BMI, on worsening of diastolic function and left atrial strain (LAS) in an urban population of women with a low prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors.Methods and ResultsAn extensive clinical and echocardiographic assessment comprising the analysis of phasic LAS using two-dimensional speckle-tracking echocardiography (2D STE) was performed in 258 participants of the Berlin Female Risk Evaluation (BEFRI) trial between October 2019 and December 2020 after a mean follow-up period of 6.8 years. We compared clinical and echocardiographic parameters stratifying women by BMI &lt; or ≥25 kg/m2, and we analyzed the impact of demographic characteristics on the worsening of DD and LA mechanics in the longer-term follow-up using univariate and multivariate regression analyses. 248 women were suitable for echocardiographic analysis of LAS using 2D STE. After a mean follow-up time of 6.8 years, LA reservoir strain (LASr) and LA conduit strain (LAScd) were significantly reduced in participants with a BMI ≥25 kg/m2 compared with women with a BMI &lt;25 kg/m2 at baseline (30 ± 8% vs. 38 ± 9%, p &lt; 0.0001; −14 ± 7% vs. −22 ± 8%, p &lt; 0.0001). 28% of the overweighted women presented a deterioration of diastolic function at the time of follow-up in contrast with only 7% of the group with a BMI &lt;25 kg/m2 (p &lt; 0.0001). BMI remained significantly associated with LAS reductions after adjustment for other risk factors in multivariate regression analyses.ConclusionOverweight and obesity are related to impaired LAS and to a worsening of diastolic function after a long-term follow-up in a cohort of randomly selected women.
Interobserver variability in target definition for stereotactic arrhythmia radioablation
Authors: van der Ree Martijn H. , Cuculich Phillip S. , van Herk Marcel , Hugo Geoffrey D. , Balt Jippe C. , Bates Matthew , Ho Gordon , Pruvot Etienne , Herrera-Siklody Claudia , Hoeksema Wiert F. , Lee Justin , Lloyd Michael S. , Kemme Michiel J. B. , Sacher Frederic , Tixier Romain , Verhoeff Joost J. C. , Balgobind Brian V. , Robinson Clifford G. , Rasch Coen R. N. , Postema Pieter G. 
Published: September 2023

BackgroundStereotactic arrhythmia radioablation (STAR) is a potential new therapy for patients with refractory ventricular tachycardia (VT). The arrhythmogenic substrate (target) is synthesized from clinical and electro-anatomical information. This study was designed to evaluate the baseline interobserver variability in target delineation for STAR.MethodsDelineation software designed for research purposes was used. The study was split into three phases. Firstly, electrophysiologists delineated a well-defined structure in three patients (spinal canal). Secondly, observers delineated the VT-target in three patients based on case descriptions. To evaluate baseline performance, a basic workflow approach was used, no advanced techniques were allowed. Thirdly, observers delineated three predefined segments from the 17-segment model. Interobserver variability was evaluated by assessing volumes, variation in distance to the median volume expressed by the root-mean-square of the standard deviation (RMS-SD) over the target volume, and the Dice-coefficient.ResultsTen electrophysiologists completed the study. For the first phase interobserver variability was low as indicated by low variation in distance to the median volume (RMS-SD range: 0.02–0.02 cm) and high Dice-coefficients (mean: 0.97 ± 0.01). In the second phase distance to the median volume was large (RMS-SD range: 0.52–1.02 cm) and the Dice-coefficients low (mean: 0.40 ± 0.15). In the third phase, similar results were observed (RMS-SD range: 0.51–1.55 cm, Dice-coefficient mean: 0.31 ± 0.21).ConclusionsInterobserver variability is high for manual delineation of the VT-target and ventricular segments. This evaluation of the baseline observer variation shows that there is a need for methods and tools to improve variability and allows for future comparison of interventions aiming to reduce observer variation, for STAR but possibly also for catheter ablation.
Benchmarking open source and paid services for speech to text: an analysis of quality and input variety
Authors: Ferraro Antonino , Galli Antonio , La Gatta Valerio , Postiglione Marco 
Published: September 2023

IntroductionSpeech to text (STT) technology has seen increased usage in recent years for automating transcription of spoken language. To choose the most suitable tool for a given task, it is essential to evaluate the performance and quality of both open source and paid STT services.MethodsIn this paper, we conduct a benchmarking study of open source and paid STT services, with a specific focus on assessing their performance concerning the variety of input text. We utilizes ix datasets obtained from diverse sources, including interviews, lectures, and speeches, as input for the STT tools. The evaluation of the instruments employs the Word Error Rate (WER), a standard metric for STT evaluation.ResultsOur analysis of the results demonstrates significant variations in the performance of the STT tools based on the input text. Certain tools exhibit superior performance on specific types of audio samples compared to others. Our study provides insights into STT tool performance when handling substantial data volumes, as well as the challenges and opportunities posed by the multimedia nature of the data.DiscussionAlthough paid services generally demonstrate better accuracy and speed compared to open source alternatives, their performance remains dependent on the input text. The study highlights the need for considering specific requirements and characteristics of the audio samples when selecting an appropriate STT tool.
Academic co-creation: development and validation of a short scale
Authors: Ventura-León José , Sánchez-Villena Andy Rick , Caycho-Rodríguez Tomás , White Michael 
Published: September 2023

IntroductionGiven the profound changes caused in higher education by the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting 1.6 billion students and 63 million educators globally, there arises the necessity for quantifiable measures that capture the essence of academic co-creation. This study aimed to develop and validate a short scale that measures academic co-creation (AC-S) in a sample of higher education students.MethodsA total of 3,169 students from three Peruvian cities participated in the study (Mean Age = 25.77 years old; SD = 8.92 years); 1889 were female (59.60%) and 1,280 (40.40%) males. Qualitative and quantitative procedures were used for test construction. Item response theory (IRT) under the two-parameter graded response model (GRM-2PL) and test information function were used to examine reliability; additionally, a brief measure of academic satisfaction was used to provide evidence of relationship with another variable.ResultsThe AC-S displayed strong fit and reliability, assessed through the test information function and standard error. It also showed a moderate correlation with academic satisfaction, bolstering its validity by linking with a pertinent variable. Its brevity enhances its practicality for education and research, efficiently fitting explanatory models and educational contexts. Despite substantial sample size and advanced psychometric methods, the study acknowledges limitations in sample representativeness and cross-sectional design. In conclusion, IRT and SEM techniques compellingly support the AC-S’s reliability and validity.ConclusionThe scale’s one-dimensionality, local independence, reliability, and academic satisfaction relationship form a foundation for future exploration of co-creation-based educational models. Further studies should evaluate its performance across diverse cultural contexts.
Association between blood glucose levels and arterial stiffness marker: comparing the second derivative of photoplethysmogram and cardio-ankle vascular index scores
Authors: Park Young-Jae 
Published: September 2023

ObjectiveThis study aimed to compare the association between fasting plasma glucose (FPG) and glycosylated hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels using the second derivative of photoplethysmogram (SDPTG) index and the cardio-ankle vascular index (CAVI).MethodsElectronic medical records of 276 participants (160 men, 116 women) who visited the health promotion center of a university hospital were examined. Age, sex, body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, and lipid profile were considered as risk factors for arterial stiffness, together with the FPG, HbA1c, CAVI, and SDPTG indices. Hierarchical regression models were constructed, and all participants were divided into low-normal, high-normal, prediabetic, and diabetic groups to examine the group-based differences in CAVI and SDPTG indices.ResultsFPG and HbA1c were independently predictive of increased CAVI, and their predictive powers for CAVI were equivalent (β = 0.214 and 0.200, respectively). Risk factors, including age, BMI, and male sex, were also predictive of CAVI (β= 0.593-0.630, -0.256 – -0.280, and 0.142-0.178, respectively). None of the FPG and HbA1c values were predictive of the SDPTG indices. The CAVI was higher in the diabetes group than in the other three groups according to HbA1c level, while the d/a index of the SDPTG decreased in the prediabetes group and increased in the diabetes group.ConclusionsCAVI may not be substituted for SDPTG indices when evaluating arterial stiffness based on the glucose level. Moreover, the progression rate of arterial stiffness may differ between the diabetic and nondiabetic stages.
Gentrification and its association with health inequalities in Barcelona (2011–2017)
Authors: González-Marín Patricia , Vásquez-Vera Hugo , López-Gay Antonio , Peralta Andrés , Solana-Solana Miguel , Fernández Ana 
Published: September 2023

BackgroundPrior studies have reported conflicting findings on the impact of gentrification of neighborhood residents. While some suggest it could worsen mental health, others indicate improved self-perceived health, although this effect may vary among social groups. This study aimed to determine health inequities, according to socioeconomic position, among residents of different neighborhoods of Barcelona between 2011 and 2017, considering the intensity of the gentrification process.MethodsObservational study with two transversal cuts (2011 and 2017). Neighborhoods were categorized into three groups based on the intensity of gentrification: intensive, moderate-mild, and no gentrification processes. We fitted Poisson robust models to estimate the prevalence ratio (PR) of poor self-reported and poor mental health according to socioeconomic position (social class III vs. I). We then calculated relative differences between 2011 and 2017 through the interaction between the year and socioeconomic position (PRi). The calculations were adjusted for age and household disposable income in the neighborhood and were stratified by sex.ResultsIn neighborhoods undergoing moderate or mild gentrification during the study period, we found widening inequities in mental health between the most disadvantaged social class and the most privileged social class. Between 2011 and 2017, relative differences in poor mental health increased in moderate-low gentrification neighborhoods [women: PRi: 2.51 (1.52–4.17); men: PRi: 1.99 (1.09–3.61)], equivalent to an increase of 12.9 and 11.5 percentage points, respectively. No statistically significant differences were found in the other neighborhoods.DiscussionThe increase in mental health inequalities observed among residents of transitional neighborhoods could be explained by factors such as residential insecurity, eviction from the neighborhood, and rising housing prices.
Pulmonary exacerbations in early cystic fibrosis lung disease are marked by strong modulation of CD3 and PD-1 on luminal T cells
Authors: Giacalone Vincent D. , Giraldo Diego Moncada , Silva George L. , Hosten Justin , Peng Limin , Guglani Lokesh , Tirouvanziam Rabindra 
Published: September 2023

BackgroundIn chronic cystic fibrosis (CF) lung disease, neutrophilic inflammation and T-cell inhibition occur concomitantly, partly due to neutrophil-mediated release of the T-cell inhibitory enzyme Arg1. However, the onset of this tonic inhibition of T cells, and the impact of pulmonary exacerbations (PEs) on this process, remain unknown.MethodsChildren with CF aged 0-5 years were enrolled in a longitudinal, single-center cohort study. Blood (n = 35) and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid (n = 18) were collected at stable outpatient clinic visits or inpatient PE hospitalizations and analyzed by flow cytometry (for immune cell presence and phenotype) and 20-plex chemiluminescence assay (for immune mediators). Patients were categorized by PE history into (i) no prior PE, (ii) past history of PE prior to stable visit, or (iii) current PE.ResultsPEs were associated with increased concentration of both pro- and anti-inflammatory mediators in BAL, and increased neutrophil frequency and G-CSF in circulation. PE BAL samples showed a trend toward an increased frequency of hyperexocytic “GRIM” neutrophils, which we previously identified in chronic CF. Interestingly, expression levels of the T-cell receptor associated molecule CD3 and of the inhibitory programmed death-1 (PD-1) receptor were respectively decreased and increased on T cells from BAL compared to blood in all patients. When categorized by PE status, CD3 and PD-1 expression on blood T cells did not differ among patients, while CD3 expression was decreased, and PD-1 expression was increased on BAL T cells from patients with current PE.ConclusionsOur findings suggest that airway T cells are engaged during early-life PEs, prior to the onset of chronic neutrophilic inflammation in CF. In addition, increased blood neutrophil frequency and a trend toward increased BAL frequency of hyperexocytic neutrophils suggest that childhood PEs may progressively shift the balance of CF airway immunity towards neutrophil dominance.