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Antimicrobial Efficacy of Postbiotics of Lactic Acid Bacteria and their Effects on Food Safety and Shelf Life of Chicken Meat
Authors: Serter Beril , Önen Adem , Ilhak Osman Irfan 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
In this study, the antibacterial effects of postbiotics obtained from Pediococcus acidilactici, Lactiplantibacillus plantarum and Latilacto-bacillus sakei, which were grown in sterile cow’s milk and de man rogosa and sharpe (mrs) broth, against some food pathogens (Salmonella spp., Listeria monocytogenes, Escherichia coli o157:h7, and Brucella melitensis) were investigated. It was observed that lactic acid bacteria postbiotics produced in mrs broth formed larger inhibition zones than those developed in cow’s milk against pathogenic bacteria. In order to investigate the antimicrobial effect of the postbiotics on chicken breast meat and to compare this effect with lactic acid decontamination, samples contaminated with Salmonella spp. and L. monocytogenes were immersed into the postbiotics of L. plan-tarum and L. sakei, 2.1% lactic acid solution, and distilled water for 10 minutes. Microbial changes in the groups were investigated during the storage at 4°c for 17 days. On the 8th day of storage, it was determined that the number of Salmonella spp. In the groups treated with postbiotics decreased by 0.9 log10 CFU/g compared to the control and distilled water groups. While the number of L. monocytogenes increased during storage in the control and distilled water groups, the postbiotics and 2.1% lactic acid exhibited a bacteriostatic effect on L. monocytogenes during storage period. Compared to the postbiotics, 2.1% lactic acid had higher reduction (1.8 log10 cfU/g) rates against Salmonella spp. (P<0.05), also a significant difference was observed against L. monocytogenes in the first and last days of storage (P<0.05). While the shelf life of chicken breast meat was determined to be 5 days in the control and distilled water groups, postbiotic treatments extended the shelf life of chicken breast meat by an extra 9 days, and 2.1% lactic acid treatment extended an extra 12 days compared to the control and distilled water treatments.
A systematic review of the association between appliance-induced labial movement of mandibular incisors and gingival recession
Authors: Aziz Tehnia , Flores-Mir Carlos 
Published: August 2023

Abstract

Objective: To determine if an association exists between appliance-induced labial movement of mandibular incisors and gingival recession.

Methods: Electronic databases were searched for studies with the terms: ‘incisor’, ‘incisor proclination’, ‘tooth movement’, ‘orthodontic tooth movement’, ‘gingival recession’ and ‘orthodontic appliance’. The original articles and abstracts that met the initial inclusion criteria were retrieved, and their references hand searched for possible articles missed by the database searches. Inclusion criteria included human studies that suggested a link between labial movement of lower incisors produced by orthodontic treatment and gingival recession. Exclusion criteria included significant intrusion or extrusion of the mandibular incisors, periodontal disease, subjects taking medication that affects gingival health and subjects with systematic diseases.

Results: Seven articles fulfilled the selection criteria. Gingival recession after labial movement of lower incisors was assessed on dental casts, intra-oral slides, lateral cephalograms and gingival examination. The articles were analysed to determine the impact of their treatment methodology on the outcomes.

Conclusions: No association between appliance-induced labial movement of mandibular incisors and gingival recession was found. Factors that may lead to gingival recession after orthodontic tipping and/or translation movement were identified as a reduced thickness of the free gingival margin, a narrow mandibular symphysis, inadequate plaque control and aggressive tooth brushing.
Differences in dentofacial characteristics between southern versus northern Chinese adolescents
Authors: Gu Yan , Hagg Urban , Wu John , Yeung Shadow 
Published: August 2023

Abstract

Aim: To compare the dentofacial characteristics of southern and northern Chinese adolescents.

Methods: A southern Chinese sample comprised 70 males (Mean age 12.4 ± 0.60 years) and 60 females (Mean age 12.5 ± 0.4 years), and a northern Chinese sample consisted of 50 males (Mean age 12.8 ± 1.8 years) and 50 females (Mean age 12.4 ± 1.2 years). All subjects had a Class I molar relationship with no or minimal crowding, a well balanced cephalometric profile, and no history of orthodontic treatment. Patient cephalograms were traced and digitized and McNamara’s analysis applied.

Results: A smaller midface and a shorter overall mandibular length were observed in southern Chinese, whereas significantly increased vertical dimension and a retrusive chin were noted in northern Chinese. Protrusive upper and lower incisors and a protrusive upper lip were found in southern Chinese.

Conclusions: There were significant differences in dentofacial morphology between southern and northern Chinese adolescents. It is suggested that separate cephalometric norms be used for patients originating from different parts of China.
The effects of a vibrational appliance on tooth movement and patient discomfort: a prospective randomised clinical trial
Authors: Miles Peter , Smith Heath , Weyant Robert , Rinchuse Daniel J. 
Published: August 2023

Abstract

Introduction: The aim of this study was to assess the rate of tooth movement and discomfort experienced by orthodontic patients using a vibrational appliance (Tooth Masseuse).

Methods: In this randomised controlled trial (RCT), 66 consecutive patients were assigned to a control or experimental group. The experimental group was instructed to use a vibrational appliance for a minimum of 20 minutes per day. All of the patients had the same fixed appliance and a 0.014 inch thermal NiTi wire during the 10 week study period. Impressions of the mandibular six anterior teeth were taken at 4 time points: at the start of treatment, 5 weeks, 8 weeks, and at 10 weeks after commencement. Little’s Irregularity Index was used to record alignment and assess the rate of tooth movement. A discomfort score chart was used to evaluate patient pain levels at 5 time points.

Results: The experimental group showed a 65% reduction in irregularity at 10 weeks, while the control group showed a 69% reduction in irregularity over the same period. No significant differences in irregularity or pain levels were observed at any of the time points between the groups.

Conclusions: The results demonstrate that, for 20 minute use per day, there appears to be no clinical advantage in using the vibrational appliance for the early resolution of crowding or the alleviation of pain during initial alignment.
Effect of Pumice Powder on Mechanical, Thermal, and Water Absorption Properties of Fiberboard Composites
Authors: Koyuncu Menderes , Ulay Göksel , Şeker Ulvi 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Composites were produced using medium-density fiberboard (MDF) flour with pumice powder which was mixed at various ratios by the hand lay-up technique. Mechanical properties, such as tensile and three-point bending strengths, were determined by ASTM D3039 and ASTM D790 respectively. The best three-point bending and tensile strength properties were maximum values obtained from composites containing 20wt% pumice powder (pp) and 50wt% pumice powder (pp) respectively. It is observed that the water absorption rate into the composites decreases with an increase in the pumice powder-to-ratio. The composite filled with 50wt%pumice powder absorbed the least amount of water compared to the other composites. All composites were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transforms infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and differential scanning calorimetry analysis (DSC). SEM images revealed a near-homogeneous surface partly free of defects and holes. However, lateral profile images showed the presence of MDF flour particles agglomerated and a considerable number of bubbles and cavities that could interfere with the mechanical properties of the composites. The results of the mechanical, and thermal properties suggested that pumice powder epoxy composites with MDF flour can increase their tensile, three-point-bending strength, and glass transition temperature for the pure MDF flour composite.
Exploring the Unique Morphological and Syntactic Features of Singlish (Singapore English)
Authors: Ningsih Nourma Silvia , Rahman Fadhlur 
Published: July 2023

Singapore is home to a number of significant ethnic groups, including Chinese, Malay, and Tamil, whose contributions have shaped the distinctive characteristics of Singlish in comparison to standard English. This study aims to examine the morphological and syntactic characteristics of Singlish, an English-based creole spoken in Singapore, emphasizing its impact on interethnic communication. Using comparative analysis, Singlish's morphological and syntactic characteristics were compared to those of standard English and the languages of the three largest ethnic groups in Singapore (Chinese, Malay, and Tamil). Examining grammatical patterns, word order, sentence structure, and the use of particular linguistic features would be required. The findings demonstrate that Singlish utilizes distinctive syntactic patterns that frequently incorporate Malay, Chinese, and Tamil grammatical formulas. Singlish, in contrast to standard English, lacks subject and object pronouns and frequently employs "sentence-ending particles" such as what, leh, lor, hah, and meh, in addition to lah. In addition, the copula be is frequently omitted before adjectives, nouns, and locatives in Singlish. In addition, the presence of word repetition and word drop in Singlish can be traced back to the Chinese dialect Hokkien. The Singaporean government has attempted to discourage the use of Singlish; however, this has sparked controversy due to the significance of the language in interethnic communication and its reflection of interethnic identity. As a result, Singlish is a fascinating subject for linguistic and sociological study, with significant implications for language education and policy.
Indonesian Lexical Interference in the Students’ Descriptive Writing Texts of Politeknik Negeri Jember
Authors: Zuhro Cholimatus , Budi Agus Setia 
Published: July 2023

This study aimed at analyzing the interference of Indonesian lexical made by students of Automotive Engineering Study Program of Engineering Department of Politeknik Negeri Jember in their descriptive writing texts. This is a descriptive study, the data were collected and documented using elicitation teqchnique, and then analyzed by using theory of language interference. This study revealed that there were 40 students made 239 lexical errors in their descriptive writing texts. The identified lexical errors were classified based on their frequencies. From the lexical errors analyzed, the result showed that the category of lexical errors committed by the students in their descriptive writing texts were 5 categories, lexical errors in the form of borrowing (17errors/7%), lexical errors in the form of calque (75 errors/31%) lexical errors in the form of misspelling (72 errors/30%), lexical errors in the form of misselection (53 errors/23%) lexical errors in the form of semantic confusion (22 errors/9%), The students made lexical errors in attempting to follow English sentence construction standards. The differences between the grammatical aspects of the English language and the Indonesian language mean that distinct of lexical errors are committed. The interference of the students' native tongue and their insufficient comprehension of some English grammar rules are to blame for these errors. To construct a decent and acceptable sentence, it is important to teach the students about the distinctions between the two languages' structural differences. The way that topics are handled in Indonesian and English has to be emphasized by the teachers.
Effectiveness of integrating the systematic and visual approaches in acquiring the tenth grade students with physics concepts
Authors: Sulaiman Mohammad , Abdullah Abdulrazzaq 
Published: August 2023

The study aims to identify the effectiveness of integrating the systematic and visual approaches in acquiring the tenth grade students with physics concepts.The sample consisted of (142) male and female students who were deliberately selected from the research community in Zakho city for the academic year (2021-2022), then, they were divided into four equal groups in a number of variables according to the factorial design(2*2), two experimental groups (males, females) studied the subject according to the integration of the two entrances, and the other two controls (males, females) studied the same subject according to the usual method.
In order to achieve the aim of the study and test its main hypotheses and its fields, the researchers prepared the first is a test to acquire physics concepts in its final form of (30) objective paragraphs of the two types of pairing and multiple choice of three alternatives, the tool was characterized by validity, stability and psychometric characteristics.
After that, the researchers prepared a number of teaching plans for the experimental and control research groups, and then assigned the teaching of these groups to the subject’s teacher in the schools specified for the experiment. The results indicated as follows:

There is a statistically significant difference at the level (0.05) between the averages of the four research groups' acquisition of physics concepts according to the method variable and in favor of the two experimental groups.
There is no statistically significant difference at the level (0.05) between the averages of the four research groups' acquisition of physics concepts according to the gender and the interaction between two variables.

In the light of the study results, the researchers came out with a number of implementations and recommendations for further studies.
Pembelajaran Dzikir dan Do’a Sesudah Shalat Melalui Perkuliahan Daring (Study Diskriptif di Universitas Muhammadiyah Pekajangan Pekalongan)
Authors: Risdiani Risdiani , Setianto Gigih 
Published: July 2023

AbstrakDampak pandemi covid-19 telah menimbulkan banyak perubahan pada berbagai sistem kehidupan, termasuk sistem pendidikan di Indonesia, khususnya Universitas Muhammadiyah Pekajangan Pekalongan (UMPP). Sebelum terjadinya panademi Covid-19 sistem perkuliahan di UMPP dilakukan secara tatap muka (luring/ofline). Namun demikian setelah terjadi wabah Covid-19, berdasar surat edaran Rektor tanggal 16 Maret 2020, sistem perkuliahan diberlakukan secara daring (online).Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian diskriptif kuantitatif dengan pendekatan cross sectional. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendapatkan gambaran pembelajaran dzikir dan do’a sesudah shalat dan hasil pembelajaran dzikir dan do’a melalui perkuliahan daring (online). Hasil penelitian mendiskripsikan bahwa pelaksanaan perkuliahan secara daring dengan menggunakan aplikasi WA Group dan Zoom Cloud Meeting dimulai dengan mempersiapkan materi baik berupa ppt maupun video pembelajaran, serta menyiapkan instrumen penilaian. Pelaksanakan perkulihaan menggunakan via WA Group dan Zoom Claud Meeting. Di akhir pembelajaran mahasiswa mengirimkan Video dzikir dan do’a sesudah shalat melalui WA Graup. Hasil evaluasi pembelajaran dzikir dan do’a menunjukkan rata-rata perolehan nilai pada kleas A dan Kelas B yang masing-masing kelas berjumlah 51. menunjukkan kategori nilai B. Adapun rinciannya, kelas A mencapai 25 mahasiswa atau 49%, sedangkan pada kelas B terdapat 30 mahasiswa atau mencapai 58%.
Pembentukan Karakter Religius Mahasiswi Melalui Program Kuliah Intensif Institut Dirosat Islamiyah Al-Amien Prenduan Sumenep
Authors: Mostofia Mostofia , Maulidi Achmad 
Published: July 2023

Sampai saat ini program intensif masih diminati oleh banyak mahasiswa dari penjuru nusantara sampai ada yang dari luar negara, maka dengan demikian penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan program kuliah Intensif (Mahasantri) di Institut Dirosat Islamiyah Al-Amien Prenduan Sumenep 1). adakah pengaruh tata tertib program intensif terhadap pembentukan karakter mahasisiwi intensif Institut Dirosat Islamiyah Al-Amien Prenduan Sumenep. 2) seberapa besar pengaruh tata tertib program intensif terhadap pembentukan karakter religius mahasiswi intensif Institut Dirosat Islamiyah Al-Amien Prenduan Sumenep. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif. populasi penelitian ini adalah Mahasiswi Program Intensif Institut Dirosat Islamiyah Al-Amien Prenduan Sumenep sebanyak 227 mahasiswi. mengingat populasi di atas 100 maka penelitian ini akan menjaidi Penelitian sampel. instrument utama penelitian ini adalah angket, observasi dan dokumentasi merupakan instrument pendukung. Teknik analisis data menggunakan regresi linier sederhana. hasil penelitian menunjukkan ada pengaruh tata tertib program intensif terhadap pembentukan karakterreligius mahasiswi intensif Institut Dirosat Islamiyah Al-Amien Prenduan. yang mana nilai pengaruhnya sebesar 50,5 % dan 49,5% dipengaruhi oleh factor lain.
Efektivitas Kinerja Pegawai PAIS dalam Meningkatkan Kompetensi Guru PAIS di Kabupaten Bulukumba
Authors: Irmansyah Irmansyah 
Published: July 2023

Kinerja pengawas Pendidikan Agama Islam di Kabupaten Bulukumbaberjalan dengan baik karena (1) pengawas Pendidikan Agama Islam melaksanakan observasi kelas untuk mengetahui tentang segala sesuatu yang terjadi di dalam proses pembelajaran di kelas. Observasi oleh kepala madrasah yang dilakukan bukan untuk mencari kesalahan, akan tetapi untuk meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran; (2) pengawas Pendidikan Agama Islam melaksanakansupervisi individual yang menitikberatkan pada pengamatan terhadap kegiatan pembelajaran baik di dalam maupun di luar kelas. Pengawas melakukan supervisi individual sebagai kegiatan membina atau membimbing guru secara individu agar bekerja dengan betul dalam mendidik dan mengajar peserta didik; (3) pengawas Pendidikan Agama Islam melakukan supervisi kelompok yang merupakan teknik supervisi yang dilaksanakan dalam pembinaan guru secara bersama-sama oleh supervisor dengan sejumlah guru. Kompetensi guru Pendidikan Agama Islam di Kabupaten Bulukumba dapat dilihat dari pelaksanaan pembelajaran yaitu guru mengawali pembelajaran secara efektif dan menyenangkan, guru menggunakan media pembelajaran yang efektif yang berbasis Information Technology Comunication (ITC) sehingga sangat menunjang kualitas peserta didik, hanya masih ada guru belum menggunakan media ITC penyebab ada guru yang tidak menggunakan media ITC karena masih ada madrasah yang belum menyediakan media ITC. Guru menerapkan metode pembelajaran secara bervariasi namun tidak semua guru menerapkannya. Metode ceramah yang paling sering diterapkan, artinya guru tersebut hanya memperhatikan satu aspek saja, yakni aspek penyampaian informasi inilah menyebabkan peserta didik kurang memiliki sikap kritis dan kualitasnya semakin menurun. Guru melaksanakan evaluasi pembelajaran secara rutin yaitu evaluasi awal, evaluasi pada saat proses pembelajaran, dan evaluasi akhir, serta evaluasi semester guna mengukur kemam­puan peserta didik dan keberhasilan guru melaksanakan pembelajaran.
ANALISIS KESULITAN BELAJAR MATEMATIKA PADA MATERI BANGUN DATAR
Authors: Apriani Cicilia , Saputro Marhadi 
Published: July 2023

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah (1)untuk mendeskripsikan kesulitan belajar pada materi bangun datar, (2)mendeskripsikan faktor penyebab kesulitan belajar matematika pada materi bangun datar, (3) mengetahui kemampuan siswa dalam menerapkan materi bangun datar dalam kehidupan nyata. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif jenis deskriptif dengan sumber data yang diambil adalah peserta didik kelas VII SMP Negeri 16 Pontianak. Penentuan subjek menggunakan cara puposive sampling. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah tes tertulis, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Data dianalisis menggunakan langkah-langkah reduksi data, penyajian data dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukan (1) kesulitan belajar yang dialami siswa kelas VII SMP Negeri Pontianak yaitu kesulitan memahami konsep, prinsip dan bahasa matematika (2) faktor penyebab kesullitan belajar yaitu faktor internal yaitu sikap siswa, motivasi belajar dan kemampuan penginderaan, sedangkan faktor eksternal yaitu media pembelajaran dan lingkungan keluarga.Kata kunci: Kesulitan Belajar, Matematika, Bangun Datar
Evaluating the Bachelor of Public Administration Program Objectives Through Importance-Performance Analysis: A Business Model Approach
Authors: Angelito Grace A , Binasoy Joel P 
Published: July 2023

Purpose: This study aims to evaluate stakeholder perceptions of the Bachelor of Public Administration Program of Cagayan State University in the Philippines by examining their level of awareness, understanding, acceptability, and the program's importance-performance alignment.

Methodology: A quantitative approach, including questionnaire and Importance-Performance Analysis (IPA), was employed to gather data from a diverse group of stakeholders, such as students, faculty, employers, and community members.

Findings: Overall, the findings indicated high levels of awareness, understanding, and acceptability of the program objectives among stakeholders. The IPA revealed that the program performs well in several key areas, including management skills and understanding the fundamentals of good governance. However, the study identified opportunities for improvement, particularly in emphasizing the importance of ethical values and enhancing performance in high-importance objectives, such as accountability, nationalism, and sustainability.

Implications: Based on the findings, the study recommends that the university enhance communication and awareness of the program objectives, reassess resource allocation to prioritize high-importance objectives, and implement strategies to improve performance in areas where gaps were identified. Additionally, the university should maintain its focus on high-performing objectives and periodically reassess the program's alignment with stakeholder expectations.

Value: By implementing these recommendations, the Bachelor of Public Administration program can further improve its effectiveness in meeting stakeholder needs and expectations, ultimately providing a more valuable and relevant education for future public administrators.