bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Competency on transgender health issues among medical professionals before and after the medical conference on transgender physiology
Authors: R. Divya , Menon Aparna , George Neethu Sara 
Published: May 2023

Introduction and Aim: Transgender healthcare has emerged as an area of medicine that has been in the blind spot of most physicians for the last century. Medical professionals in India have been equally unaware of the health needs of the transgender community. The aim of the present study was to assess the competency and awareness regarding transgender health and related issues among medical professionals.

Methodology: A questionnaire was framed to assess awareness on social and medical issues faced by the transgender community containing 40 questions in yes or no format. 126 doctors filled the questionnaires and 58 of the respondents later attended a conference on Transgender health. Similar questionnaire was used to assess the improvement in knowledge after the conference.

Results: The result of the questionnaire score was analysed in percentage. The average percentage score of the initial 126 respondents was 51.58. Pre-conference percentage score was 51.33 and the post-conference was 61.67 among the 58 conference attendees, showing a significant increase in awareness after being exposed to an educational session.

Conclusion: There is a need for large-scale awareness programs and the implementation of trans-inclusive medical curriculum to improve the competency of medical professionals.
Bacterial growth and antibiotic sensitivity of Proteus mirabilis treated with anti-inflammatory and painkiller drugs
Authors: Rasheed Mohsin Mohsin , Abdullah Laftaah AL-Rubaii Bahaa 
Published: May 2023

Introduction and Aim: Proteus mirabilis is a Gram-negative bacterium that is responsible for urinary tract infections (UTI), especially catheter-associated UTI. In this study, we investigated whether certain painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs, when used alongside antibiotics, could lower P. mirabilis growth and consequently lower resistance to antibiotics.

Materials and Methods: Urine samples (n=119) were collected from Baghdad hospitals. Proteus spp was identified using the Vitek-2 compact system and PCR amplification of the 16SrRNA gene. Antibiotic susceptibility test was performed using the Vitek-2 system. The Kirby-Bauer method was used to investigate the effects of different concentrations of chemical compounds (Dexamethasone, Nefopam, Olfen, paracetamol and Piroxicam) alone and synergism with antibiotics on extensively drug resistant (XDR) isolates.

Results: 35 out of the 119 urine samples tested were found to be positive for P. mirabilis. Antibiotic susceptibility test revealed the isolates to be resistant to minocycline (71.40%), ticarcillin (68.57%), trimethoprim/ sulfamethoxazole (65.70%) and ticarcillin/clavulanic (57.10%). Antibiotics in combination with Olfen (75 mg/2 ml) and Paracetamol (500 mg/5ml) drugs showed complete growth inhibition of P. mirabilis when compared to controls.

Conclusion: Drugs dexamethasone, paracetamol, nefopam and olfen tested had no direct effect on bacterial growth of P. mirabilis when used alone. However, different concentrations of the drug in combination with antibiotics exerted a synergistic or antagonist effect on growth of P.mirabilis.
Biosynthesis, mosquito larvicidal potential, and anticancer activities of gold nanoparticles from Acacia sinuata seed extract
Authors: S. Meti Rajkumar , S. E. Neelagund , Urs Deepadarshan , K. K. Dharmappa , K. R. Kotresh 
Published: May 2023

Introduction and Aim: Worldwide, mosquitoes are the main vectors of many deadly diseases like malaria, dengue, chikungunya, etc., Anopheles stephensi mosquito which transmits malaria whereas dengue is transmitted mainly by mosquito Aedes aegypti. Current controlling methods such as chemical or microbial pesticides, repellents, biological control agents against mosquito larvae are not so effective. The leading cause of death worldwide is cancer. Nanotechnology can provide alternative effective methods for malaria, dengue and cancer control, diagnosis and treatment. This study investigated the biosynthesis of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) from Acacia sinuata seed extract and their mosquito larvicidal potential was tested against Aedes aegypti, Anopheles stephensi larvae. The cytotoxic activity of NPs was also analyzed against human cancer cell lines osteosarcoma (MG-63) and colon adenocarcinoma (Caco-2).

Materials and Methods: The biosynthesized NPs were confirmed and characterized by conventional techniques UV- visible spectroscopy, FTIR, XRD, HR-TEM, EDX and SAED.

Results: The XRD demonstrated the NPs were face-centred, cubic, and crystalline in nature, EDX study confirmed elemental analysis of gold, SAED illustrated the crystalline nature. The HR-TEM studies revealed NPs shape which were mostly spherical and average size of 5.38nm-8.86nm. Third instar larvae of Aedes aegypti, Anopheles stephensi, were susceptible to the larvicidal effects of AuNPs. The synthesized NPs showed a dose-dependent cytotoxic effect against the Caco-2 and MG-63 cell lines, with IC50 (inhibitory concentrations) of 21.31± 0.15 ug/ml and 86.78± 0.23 ug/ml, respectively.

Conclusion: These findings reveal that biosynthesized AuNPs have substantial larvicidal and anticancer properties, suggesting they could be used in mosquito control and cancer treatment.
CASES OF SURFACE CORROSIVE BURNS IN MAYO HOSPITAL, LAHORE FROM 2013-PRESENT
Authors: MUHAMMAD SHARJEEL  , MOHAMMED SALMAN ABDULLAH  , HUMAYOUN TEMOOR  , ARIF RASHEED MALIK  
Published: May 2023

Background: South Asian society has a long history of surface corrosive burns. Acid throwing or vitriolage results in physical, social and psychological challenges and remains a major issue worldwide.
Objective: To collect data regarding frequency, age and gender distribution, burnt surface area, nature, major body parts damaged and mortality in surface corrosive burns at the medico-legal clinic of Mayo hospital, Lahore (Pakistan) from 1st January, 2013 upto September, 2018.
Methodology: It was a cross-sectional study at the medico-legal clinic of Mayo hospital, Lahore. The data of 38 surface corrosive burn cases was collected from 1st January, 2013 to September 2018 by consecutive sampling. All cases involving any surface chemical/corrosive burn were selected, while excluding wet burns, flame burns, substance poisoning etc. The data was obtained on a data collection proforma and analyzed by using SPSS version 23.0. These cases were categorized on the basis of the year of presentation, gender & age, burnt surface area, nature of burns, damage to any sensory or vital function and any resulting mortality. The research was conducted after obtaining an ethical approval by Institutional Review Board of King Edward Medical University, Lahore. Results: Surface corrosive burns constituted almost 0.0026% of the 14,550 medico-legal cases during the said duration. There were 21 males and 17 females. About 1/3rd of cases were between 21-30 years of age. Almost 42% cases had 9-18 % of body surface area burnt and 34.2% had less than 9% surface area burnt. Nearly 66% had been the victims of homicidal burns while 26.3% were burnt accidentally. About 42% individuals were subjected to vitriolage, involving face and eyes. No mortality was seen.
Conclusion: Surface corrosive burns specially vitriolage, although rare (0.0026%), cause a significant threat to the facial identity. They were mainly homicidal/accidental in nature, more frequent in males with a higher occurrence from 11 to 50 years of age.
PENINGKATAN KOMPETENSI GURU JENJANG SD MELALUI SUPERVISI AKADEMIK DI LOMBOK TENGAH
Authors: RIZAL LALU AMIR 
Published: May 2023

The purpose of this research is to improve the quality of learning and teacher competence through the implementation of academic supervision. The research method used is School Action Research (PTS) with a quantitative descriptive approach. Data collection techniques with interviews, document studies and observation. The results of the study show that through academic supervision can improve teacher competence in aspects of planning and implementing learning in a good category. This result was achieved due to good cooperation between the Principal and Supervised Teachers. The principal discusses with the teacher the problems faced by the teacher in the process of planning and implementing learning. Academic supervision carried out by supervisors is an effort to improve the teaching and learning process so that it can produce learning that is pro-student. Academic supervision can help teachers to improve their competence as educators.
ABSTRAKTujuan penelitian ini untuk meningkatkan mutu pembelajaran dan kompetensi guru melalui implementasi supervisi akademik. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Penelitian Tindakan Sekolah (PTS) dengan pendekatan deskriptif kuantitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data dengan wawancara, studi dokumen dan observasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa melalui supervise akademik dapat meningkatkan kompetensi guru dalam aspek perencanaan dan pelaksanaan pembelajaran dengan kategori baik. Hasil ini dapat dicapai karena adanya kerjasama yang baik antar Kepala Sekolah dan Guru yang disupervisi. Kepala Sekolah berdiskusi dengan guru mengenai masalah yang dihadapi guru pada proses perencanaan dan pelaksanaan pembelajaran. Supervisi akademik yang dilakukan pengawas merupakan usaha untuk memperbaiki proses belajar mengajar sehingga dapat menghasilkan pembelajaran yang berpihak kepada murid. Supervisi akademik dapat membantu guru untuk meninggkatkan kompetensi mereka sebagai seorang pendidik.
Diversity of Ants (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) on Several Types of Plantations in Dharmasraya Regency, West Sumatra Province
Authors: Roza Silvia , Yaherwandi  , Efendi Siska 
Published: May 2023

Ant diversity in the plantation ecosystem has an important role in maintaining the balance of the ecosystem and the continuity of crop production. It aims to find out ant diversity and the role of ants present in oil palm, rubber, and cocoa plantation ecosystems in Dharmasraya District. The research location is Kecamatan Pulau Punjung, Sitiung, and Koto Besar. The method used in this research is Systematic Random Sampling (Random Design Selected). Sampling using the Qudran Protocol method is Soil And Leaf Litter Sieving, Pitfall trap, Bait Trap, and Hand Collecting. Identification is done at the Laboratory of Animal Taxonomy, Biology Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Andalas University. The diversity and evenness of ants in some types of plantations in Dharmasraya Regency were moderate (H '<1) and (E <0.63). There were 16 species of ants; the most abundant species were Aneplolephis graciliphes and Odontoponera denticulate.
effect of training program on functional status and stress among patients with chronic cerebrovascular stroke
Authors: Khalil Basma Mohamed , El Hawet Eman Ahmed Ibrahim , Elmansy Fatma Mohamed 
Published: May 2023

Background: Stroke is a significant health problem in developing countries. Compared to other Arab nations, Egypt's population has a much higher prevalence of stroke. This study aimed to determine the effect of training program on functional status and stress among patients with chronic cerebrovascular stroke. Method: Design: This study used a quasi-experimental research design. Setting: The study was carried out at the neurology department unit at Damanhour University Hospital. Egypt. Subjects: All patients (50) with cerebrovascular stroke who were admitted to the aforementioned settings at the time of data collection made up the sample, which was chosen using a convenient sampling technique. Tools: Tool I: Health assessment Sheet, Tool II: - Functional Independence Measure (FIM Instrument), Tool III: Cohen's Perceived Stress Scale Short Version, Tool IV: Patients' Knowledge about Stroke, and Tool V: Patient's Practices of Stroke care checklist. Results: There were statistically significant differences, improvements in functional status, and reductions found in total stress levels among patients with chronic cerebrovascular stroke pre & post-training program implementation (P<0.001). Conclusion: The present study concluded that the training program significantly had a positive effect on improved functional status and reduced levels of stress among those with chronic cerebrovascular stroke.
Green Tea Extract has a Protective Effect on Leptin and Lipid Profile Levels Due to the Induction of Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
Authors: Wahyuni Endang , Maryatun Maryatun , Veri Nora , Susilawati Elly , Firrahmawati Lely , Wahyuni Endah , Wulandari Riyani 
Published: May 2023

Background: Depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) is a progesterone derivative synthesized in the laboratory. This substance has the ability to suppress ovulation, induce endometrial shrinkage, and even affect the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis in the reproductive system. Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of administration of green tea extract on reducing visceral fat, increasing leptin levels, and improving the lipid profile in female rats injected with depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA). Results: This study was to look into the effects of green tea extract administration on visceral fat reduction, leptin levels, and lipid profile improvement as a result of DMPA administration. Analysis of HDL and LDL levels was performed by spectrophotometry. DMPA induced a significant increase in leptin levels compared with the control group (p 0.05). All doses of green tea extract can reduce this increase, with the highest doses reaching levels comparable to the control group (p > 0.05). DMPA significantly increased LDL levels compared to the control group (p < 0.05), and the highest green tea extract dose restored levels similar to the control group. DMPA triggered a decrease in HDL level that was significantly different from the control group (p < 0.05). The first dose of green tea extract can achieve HDL levels comparable to the control group (p > 0.05). Conclusion: It was concluded that green tea extract can protect the metabolic status through decreased leptin and an improvement of the lipid profile induced by DMPA.
Pembinaan Bacaan dan Tata Cara Salat Pada TK/TPA di Kelurahan Sangiasseri Kecamatan Sinjai Selatan Kab. Sinjai Sulawesi Selatan
Authors: Lusi Sulistiana  , Hamka Hamka , Indra Satriani  
Published: May 2023

TK-TPA Nurudda’wah Cappagalung merupakan salal satu TK-TPA yang ada di Kelurahan Sangiasser Kec. Sinjai Selatan Kab. SInjai. Selawesi Selatan. Dimana anak-anak yang belajar di TK-TPA Tersebut masih minim pengetahuannya terkait salat baik salat wajib amuapun salat sunnah. Pada saat melakukan salat masih banyak diantara mereka bermain-main, karena banyak yang belum mengetahui Gerakan dan bacaan salat. Oleh karena itu dilakukan pendampinga sebagai bentuk pengabdian untuk mengajar bacaan dan tata salat anak-anak yang belajar di TK-TPA tersebut. Adapun tujuan dari pembinaan ini yakni mengembangkan wawasan dan pengetahuan tentang bacaan dan tata cara salat. Pengabdian ini menggunakan metode pengumpulan data melalui pengamatan dan informasi dari masyarakat. Sehingga dapat diterapkan pembinaan dengan cara ceramah, menghafal dan peraktek Gerakan salat. Hasil ini dapat menjadi acuan masyarakat setembap atau Pembina TK-TPA dalam melanjutkan pembinaan sehingga pesertanya dapat menjalankan salat dengan baik dean benar sesui tuntunan Islam
Nepali IT Employees’ Perception towards Telecommuting: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Rajbanshi Bijendra 
Published: May 2023

This research tries to explore the perception of Nepali IT employees towards telecommuting in a qualitative paradigm. It tries to dig into the opportunities that the Nepali context offers for the adoption of telecommuting concept and identify the potential pitfalls. The individual interview method was chosen for the data collection. The semi-structured guideline was followed. Convenience sampling was used. Four employees working in IT companies inside the Kathmandu Valley were interviewed. 100 % of the participants reported that this concept is advantageous in the case of Nepal. Flexibility, freedom in doing work, increases in productivity, work-life balance, and cost-effectiveness were found to be perceived advantages of telecommuting in the context of Nepal. Worsening of communication and lack of infrastructure, disturbances in the house are perceived disadvantages. Furthermore, the inclusion of wide diversity of workforce is the prominent opportunity of telecommuting while the implementation part is the main hurdle as it is a new concept in the case of Nepal.Presidential System
Effect of Gums on the Quality Parameters of Low Fat Yoghurt
Authors: Sattar Mahammad Zahid , Zaeem Shan Zaeem Uzair , Saleem Mahnoor , Sohail Muhammad Amir , Murtaza Shamas , Muhammad Shahbaz  
Published: May 2023

Milk is basic component of diet of millions of people around the globe. Milk helps the development of cell growth and digestive tube in gastrointestinal tract (GIT) of a baby. Proteins, bioactive saccharides and lipids are essential nutrients of milk which contribution to control the growth of gastrointestinal system of human body. Consumption of Industrially-produced Tran’s fatty acids (IPTFAs) has various adverse health hazard. High fat contents because serious illness such as high cholesterol level, arthritis, memory loss, weight gain and obesity which leads to cardiovascular problems. Low fat yoghurt is a vigorous healthy choice for consumer due to its different functional and biological properties. Low fat products are demand of all eras but fell short due to low quality. The current study was objective to prepare the low fat yoghurt by using hydrocolloids like different types of gums such as guar gum at the ratio 0.1, 0.3, 0.5% and xanthan gum 0.1, 0.3, 0.5% and evaluation of various compositional analysis, physiochemical properties, texture analysis and sensory profile. During research, result showed that in low fat yoghurt during storage period acidity decreases while pH remained constant. However, synersis of product was increased among storage period on the other hand water holding capacity was decreased. As a texture it was observed that addition of guar gum and xanthan gum with concentration 0.1% was good as compared to 0.5% concentration.
Effectiveness of Self-Learning Instructional Material (Slim) in Elementary Statistics
Authors: Pajo Leonila 
Published: May 2023

This study was conducted during the first semester of SY 1994-1995 at the Davao Oriental State College of Science and Technology, Mati, Davao Oriental to provide empirical facts on the effectiveness of Self-Learning Instructional Material (SLIM) in teaching Elementary Statistics to second year college students. A modified non-equivalent pretest-posttest control group design was used. Data was analyzed by means of ANOVA, ANACOVA, LSD and UL Index method for item analysis. Three methods of teaching namely: TSI-A (teaching using Traditional System of Instruction) which served as -the control, SLIM-B (teaching using SLIM plus faculty supervision) and SLIM-C (teaching using SLIM). Findings showed that SLIM-B was the most effective method of teaching Elementary Statistics thus confirming that the teacher factor still play a very important role in the learning process of students.
Bayok of the Mandaya as a Tool for Disseminating Messages on El Niño Phenomenon
Authors: Dalagan Roland , Hadia Carmela , Bayacag Jerry 
Published: May 2023

Bayok is one of the traditional medium of communication that still exists and is used by the Mandaya’s of Davao Oriental. It is a communication tool to settle disputes, to formally declare one's intention to marry, to relate significant events and experiences, and to express one's happiness for good fortune. To a great extent, Bayok communicated El Niño and its disastrous effects in the region. The Mandaya’s belong to a group of indigenous people mostly living in the hinterlands of Davao Oriental in Region XI. Their population is estimated at 300,000—roughly 68% of the total population in the eleven municipalities of Davao Oriental. This project was conducted to determine the potential of Bayok, a Mandaya folk media as a tool to disseminate information. The initial phase of the project was a contest, held on June 17, 1998 at the Audio-visual Room, DOSCST, Mati, Davao Oriental. One hundred twelve (112) individuals consisting of students, faculty and some
Perencanaan Jembatan Rangka Baja Tipe Parker Bentang 78 Meter Menggunakan SNI 1725-2016 Dan SNI 1729-2020
Authors: Ridwan Muhammad , Umroniah Lailatul 
Published: May 2023

Jembatan merupakan fasilitas penghubung suatu wilayah yang berfungsi untuk fasilitas penunjang ekonomi wilayah tersebut. Jembatan memiliki fungsi krusial disuatu wilayah untuk melakukan aktifitas dan pekerjaan sehari-hari seperti, perdagangan, sosial, politik & lain sebagainya. Melalui Tugas Akhir ini penulis mencoba untuk merencanakan konstruksi jembatan dengan bentang 78 meter menggunakan struktur jembatan Rangka Baja dengan tipe Parker. Adapun latar belakang pemilihan tipe jembatan Rangka Baja Parker ini yaitu sebagai lain bagi konstruksi jembatan rangka baja yang sudah ada pada umumnya karena jembatan jenis ini memiliki nilai estetika yang lebih indah. Peraturan Pembebanan yang digunakan dalam perencanaan jembatan ini menggunakan pada Standar Nasional Indonesia (SNI) 1725 – 2016, untuk Struktur Baja mengacu pada Standar Nasional Indonesia (SNI) 1729 -2020, dan untuk Pembebanan Gempa mengacu pada Standar Nasional Indonesia (SNI) 2833 – 2016. Peraturan dimaksudkan untuk memberikan Acuan dalam perencanaan jembatan di Indonesia yang dapat menjamin tingkat keamanan yang dapat diterima struktur jembatan. Dari hasil analisa SAP2000 diperoleh struktur bangunan atas jembatan. Pada Gelagar Induk Jembatan menggunakan profil WF 500x500x19x32, Gelagar Melintang Jembatan menggunakan Profil WF 800x400x12x28, Gelagar Memanjang Jembatan menggunakan Profil WF 500x250x10x16, Ikatan Angin Atas Jembatan menggunakan Profil WF 400x200x8x13, Ikatan Angin Atas Jembatan menggunakan Profil PIP Ø 16 cm, Ikatan Angin Bawah Jembatan menggunakan Profil L 200x200x20x20).
Pessoa no Espelho
Authors: Silva Libnis , Souza Moreira Thiago , Machado Sidney , Santos Creuse , Bacoccina Carlos , Soares Filipe , Ferreira Fontes Cidrac , Dias Marcelo , Parker Gary , Santos Ronnie , Sant'Anna Paulo , Glahn Sandra , Sanchez Jasmine , De Mello Silva Ana Luisa , Moura Lisânias , Souza Maruilson , Brito Wellington , Kepler Winnetou , Estrela Wellington 
Published: May 2023

A maior questão do século 21 é o que é o ser humano? Quem sou eu? Ou de uma forma mais profunda e básica, o que sou eu? É uma pergunta inescapável a todos, seja adulto, adolescente, ou até criança. De fato, é uma pergunta que todas as religiões do mundo e filosofia procuram responder. Mas, ao mesmo tempo, é uma pergunta que não queremos fazer, pois as respostas contemporâneas são frustrantes e muitas vezes sem significado.
Este livro é uma coletânea de ensaios sobre como a Bíblia define o ser humano de um modo diferente de todas as religiões. Desde o início, Deus declara “Façamos o homem à nossa imagem, conforme nossa semelhança...homem e mulher os criou.” No íntimo, cada pessoa sente algo de Deus, sua presença e ainda sua ausência. Uma vez inocente, o ser humano se torna pecador e incapaz de agradar a Deus e de se achegar a Ele. De outro lado, Deus se fez homem em Jesus Cristo, para nos mostrar como viver como seres humanos e nos reconciliar com Deus pela sua morte e ressurreição. Quando Cristo retornar, seremos elevados acima dos anjos. Somos seres realmente diferentes.
A Pessoa no espelho: Uma antropologia bíblica tem o propósito de mostrar como a definição bíblica de o que é o ser humano impacta nosso modo de pensar e nossas ações, numa variedade de assuntos desde as artes até o tráfico de pessoas.