bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Media Consumption and COVID-19–Related Precautionary Behaviors During the Early Pandemic: Survey Study of Older Adults
Authors: Smail Emily J , Livingston Torie , Wolach Adam , Cenko Erta , Kaufmann Christopher N , Manini Todd M 
Published: April 2023

Background
During the COVID-19 pandemic, media sources dedicated significant time and resources to improve knowledge of COVID-19 precautionary behaviors (eg, wearing a mask). Many older adults report using the television, radio, print newspapers, or web-based sources to get information on political news, yet little is known about whether consuming news in the early phase of the pandemic led to behavior change, particularly in older adults.

Objective
The goals of this study were to determine (1) whether dosage of news consumption on the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with COVID-19 precautionary behaviors; (2) whether being an ever-user of social media was associated with engagement in COVID-19 precautionary behaviors; and (3) among social media users, whether change in social media use during the early stages of the pandemic was associated with engagement in COVID-19 precautionary behaviors.

Methods
Data were obtained from a University of Florida–administered study conducted in May and June of 2020. Linear regression models were used to assess the association between traditional news and social media use on COVID-19 precautionary behaviors (eg, mask wearing, hand washing, and social distancing behaviors). Analyses were adjusted for demographic characteristics, including age, sex, marital status, and education level.

Results
In a sample of 1082 older adults (mean age 73, IQR 68-78 years; 615/1082, 56.8% female), reporting 0 and <1 hour per day of media consumption, relative to >3 hours per day, was associated with lower engagement in COVID-19 precautionary behaviors in models adjusted for demographic characteristics (β=–2.00; P<.001 and β=–.41; P=.01, respectively). In addition, increasing social media use (relative to unchanged use) was associated with engagement in more COVID-19 precautionary behaviors (β=.70, P<.001). No associations were found between being an ever-user of social media and engaging in COVID-19 precautionary behaviors.

Conclusions
The results demonstrated an association between higher media consumption and greater engagement in COVID-19 precautionary behaviors in older adults. These findings suggest that media can be effectively used as a public health tool for communication of prevention strategies and best practices during future health threats, even among populations who are historically less engaged in certain types of media.
The Effectiveness of Sistem Informasi Pengelolaan Arsip Surat (SIPAS) for Retrieval of Incoming and Outgoing Letters at Vocational High Schools 8 Semarang
Authors: Fabrianne Almira Fury 
Published: April 2023

Vocational High School 8 Semarang is one of the educational institutions that manually still uses agenda books for managing their letters. Therefore, an innovative filing system was created in the form of a Sistem Informasi Pengelolan Arsip Surat (SIPAS). The purpose of this research is to find out how effective the application of SIPAS was for retrieval of incoming and outgoing letters at Vocational High School Negeri 8 Semarang. The research method used is descriptive quantitative. The results of the data analysis show that SIPAS obtains 100% accuracy in letters archive retrieval and the retrieval time is only 8 to 10 seconds.
Youths' Digital Literacy Skills: Critical Thinking to Participate in Elections
Authors: Handoko Waluyo , Israwan Setyoko Paulus , Kurniasih Denok 
Published: April 2023

The purpose of this study is to examine how to enhance the critical thinking of young people through digital literacy skills. Furthermore, the ability to think critically is seen from the perspective of building active participation in general elections in Indonesia. A literature review was used as the research approach in this study. The results show that based on the challenges of digital life, the younger generation falls into two categories: objects and subjects in general elections. The dominant key to the success of digital literacy lies in the ownership of digital literacy skills, more specifically leading to critical thinking in responding to all events in the general election phenomenon in Indonesia. The design of the digital literacy-based democracy movement includes viral party centers, online forums, digital party organizations, online campaigns, and online protests. Critical thinking in generating active participation in elections includes several elements: digital skills, ethics, safety, and culture. So that the output of active participation is in the form of supporting general elections, monitoring, channellings vote correctly, and being responsible.
Analisis Proses Pelaksanaan Rekrutmen dan Seleksi Karyawan di Kayumanis Jimbaran Private Estate and Spa
Authors: Manuaba Ida Bagus Ari Artha Kusuma , Sudarmawan I Wayan Eka , Parwati Komang Shanty Muni 
Published: April 2023

Penelitian ini dilatar belakangi oleh pentingnya suatu proses rekrutmen dan proses seleksi karyawan. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana proses rekutmen dan proses seleksi yang dilakukan di Kayumanis Jimbaran Private Estate and Spa. Teknik analisis data yang dilakukan dalam bentuk data deskriftif kualitatif dan metode pengumpulan data yang di gunakan yaitu wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa proses rekrutmen yang dilakukan mulai dari melakukannya Perencanaan Sumber Daya Manusia dari Departement Head hingga membuka lowongan pekerjaan yang di mulai dari internal perusahaan keudian hingga ke eksternal perusahaan melalui situs – situs online yang terpercaya dan media sosial, melakukan wawancara pertama bersama HRD untuk melakukan proses rekrutmen dan pengenalan.

This research is behind the importance of a recruitment process and employee selection process. The purpose of this research is to know how the recruitment process and selection process are done at Kayumanis Jimbaran Private Estate and Spa. Data analysis techniques are done in the form of qualitative descriptive data and data collection methods used are interviews and documentation. The results of this study showed that the recruitment process started from doing so human resources planning from Departement Head to open a job vacancy that started from internal corporate finance to external company through trusted online sites and social media, conducted the first interview with HRD to conduct recruitment process and introduction.
Brief Report: Increased technology use associated with lower A1C in a large pediatric clinical population
Authors: Alonso G. Todd , Triolo Taylor M. , Akturk Halis Kaan , Pauley Meghan E. , Sobczak Marisa , Forlenza Gregory P. , Sakamoto Casey , Pyle Laura , Frohnert Brigitte I. 
Published: April 2023

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<p><strong>Objective</strong></p>
<p>While continuous glucose monitors (CGM), insulin pumps, and hybrid-closed-loop (HCL) systems each improve glycemic control in type 1 diabetes, it is unclear how use of these technologies impact real-world pediatric care.</p>
<p><strong>Research Design and Methods</strong></p>
<p>Of patients <22 years of age with type 1 diabetes duration >3 months at a single center in 2016-2017 (n=2827) and 2020-2021 (n=2731), 1455 had data in both time periods. Patients were grouped by multiple daily injections (MDI) or insulin pump with or without HCL and using a blood glucose monitor or CGM. Glycemic control was compared using linear mixed effects models adjusting for age, diabetes duration, and race/ethnicity. </p>
<p><strong>Results</strong><br>
CGM use increased from 32.9% to 75.3%; HCL increased from 0.3% to 27.9%. Overall A1C decreased from 8.9% to 8.6% (p<0.0001). </p>
<p><strong>Conclusions</strong></p>
<p>Adoption of CGM and HCL was associated with decreased A1C, suggesting promotion of these technologies may yield glycemic benefits.</p>
Effects of salicylic acid application on germination, growth and development of rough lemon (Citrus jambhiri Lush.) under salt stress
Authors: Güneri Murat , Dalkılıç Zeynel 
Published: April 2023

Rough lemon (Citrus jambhiri Lush.) – RL, is used as a rootstock for citrus plants in saline conditions. NaCl causes an osmotic stress on plants mainly preventing the water uptake by the roots and thus reducing the plant growth. The objective of this study was to determine the effects of salicylic acid (SA) on germination of seeds and the growth and development of seedlings of RL rootstock under salt stress. For seed germination, a study was conducted in a completely randomized design in a 4 × 4 factorial scheme (SA at 0.00, 0.25, 0.50, or 1.00 mM and NaCl at 0, 50, 100, or 200 mM) with 4 repetitions, totaling 64 plots, of 25 seeds per plot. RL seeds were incubated in SA solutions for 24 h. Then, they were treated with NaCl-containing water in Petri dishes and incubated in the growth chamber at 25°C. For greenhouse experiment, a study was conducted in a randomized complete block in a 4 × 4 factorial scheme (SA at 0.0, 0.5, 1.0, or 2.0 mM and NaCl at 0, 50, 100, or 150 mM) with 3 repetitions, totaling 48 plots, of 2 plants per plot. Some morphological and physiological characteristics were determined. While germination time was extended, germination ratio and radicle extension were decreased in seeds under salt stress compared to control. Moreover, in these conditions the leaf membrane permeability and leaf falling were increased. In turn, plant height, diameter, root and shoot dry weight, leaf relative water content, and leaf chlorophyll were decreased in seedlings. Salt stress had negatively affected seed germination from 97.5% in control to 23.5% in 200 mM NaCl. However, SA treatments significantly decreased plant height to 67.8 cm in 2.0 mM compared to 80.1 cm in control in RL rootstock.
ObsErvatioNal prospective multicenter stuDy tO characterize the cLinical ANd DiagnoStiC feAtures of endocarditis in the contemPorary Era (ENDO-LANDSCAPE study): rationale and design
Authors: Pavasini Rita , Sinning Christoph , Campo Gianluca , Tan Timothy C. 
Published: April 2023

Background
Recent developments in the management of valvular heart disease and heart failure have resulted in a dramatic increase in percutaneous valve procedures and implanted devices. We hypothesize that this has impacted the epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of endocarditis.

Methods
The obsErvatioNal prospective multicenter stuDy tO characterize the cLinical ANd DiagnoStiC feAtures of endocarditis in the contemPorary Era (ENDO-LANDSCAPE study) is an observational, multicenter, and international study aimed to examine the epidemiology of endocarditis in the contemporary era. The study will constitute of a retrospective arm for the determination of the sample size of the prospective arm, where cases of endocarditis between 2016 to 2022 at three tertiary referral institutions will be analyzed. The prospective arm will examine all consecutive patients referred for an echocardiography with a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of endocarditis, and their clinical course followed up over 12 months for adverse outcomes. The primary aim of the study will be to characterize the epidemiology of endocarditis, focusing on patients with prosthetic or implanted devices. The secondary aims would be: the appropriateness of the requests for first-line echocardiographic imaging in exclusion of endocarditis; the role of other imaging modalities in the diagnosis of endocarditis; and the impact of a specialized endocarditis team on outcomes.

Implications
The results of the ENDO-LANDSCAPE study will provide a contemporary update of the epidemiological trends in endocarditis. The data generated from this study would be useful in informing future clinical practice, potentially guiding future diagnostic and treatment algorithms in patients with endocarditis.

Clinicaltrial.org ID
NCT05547607.
Clustering and Analysing Relevant Policy Dimensions of Populist, Left-Wing, Centrist, and Right-Wing Parties across Europe
Authors: Cossu Elena 
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT
This paper is a configurational analysis that creates a new theoretical elaboration of populist parties in Europe in terms of policy choices. The forms of populism that we can see in contemporary Europe are new, relevant and do not have a theoretical representation in the literature. This paper also provides a clearer understanding of the characteristics of populist and anti-establishment parties in Europe, which can provide valuable insights into likely responses to reformed policy environments. To do so, the paper analyses policy positions connected to the populist literature for 242 parties in Europe in 2014 and 2019 using the Chapell Hill Expert Survey and the PopuList Survey data. Groups of parties with similarly held positions in 2014 and 2019 are identified using cluster analysis to investigate whether differences in positions are defined predominately according to a national, east–west, right–left faction or other criteria. The result highlights that rather than across a classical right–left divide connotation, Europe can be divided into four clusters: right-wing populists, a moderate pro-Europe left, a pro-Europe pro-liberalism centre and an intersectional left based on identity politics. Overall, the moderate left and the centrist liberalism centre are the most common parties across Europe, and the other two factions seem to be born as a reaction to these two. However, the other two factions are growing over the years, especially the populist right-wing in Central and Eastern Europe. This brings to light serious policy implications for the future of the European Union and for considering populism simply as a discursive matter.
Mixed Spinel Co0.4Zn0.6Fe2O4 Ferrite Nanoparticles As a Magnetic Photocatalyst: Synthesis and Dye Degradation
Authors: Sami We'am 
Published: April 2023

In this paper, mixed spinel Co0.4Zn0.6Fe2O4 ferrite was synthesized by microwave-assisted combustion method. Photocatalytic activity of the as-synthesized sample was investigated against methylene blue dye at room temperature at different exposure times (60-360 min.) under visible light. Phase impurity and surface morphology which are investigated with XRD analysis and field emission- scanning electron microscopy, indicate that a cubic spinel unit cell structure with a crystilite size and lattice constant are 22.5048nm and 8.37Å, respectively. The saturation magnetization exhibited directly from the hysteresis loop is (70.20emu/g). Optical properties for the investigated ferrites exhibited photo absorption from UV to visible region with an energy gap of (1.6 eV). Mainly two broad metal-oxygen bands for spinel Co0.4Zn0.6Fe2O4 ferrite photocatalyst are seen in FT-IR spectra. The degradation ratio of dye increased as exposure time was increased .
Global DNA Methylation Levels in Epstein-Barr-Virus-Positive Iraqi Patients with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia
Authors: Lafta Fadhel M. , AL-Jumaily Rakad M. Kh , Rasoul Lubna Muhi 
Published: April 2023

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is one of the commonest hematological malignancies affecting children and adults. Recent evidence suggests an involvement of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) in ALL pathogenicity. Epigenetic aberration, especially altered DNA methylation marks, is a key event of cancer development. The present study aims to investigate how the ALL epimethylome reacts to viral infection through the assessment of the total 5-methylcytosine (5mC) levels in ALL patients, according to EBV infection. The 5mC global DNA methylation levels in 50 diagnosed ALL patients (age mean 26.23 yrs; age range 10-60 yrs) and 25 age-matched healthy controls were assessed using MethylFlash™ Methylated DNA Quantification Kit. Acute primary EBV infection in the studied subjects was detected by measuring Epstein-Barr Virus (EBNA-1) IgG levels using ELISA.
The results showed a significant (P˂0.001) decrease in 5mC levels in ALL-EBV positive cases as compared to those who were negative for EBV infection (0.234±0.117 vs. 0.441±0.153, respectively). The reduction in the average 5mC level seemed to be negatively correlated with EBV viral load (r = -0.599, p= 0.001). Additionally, 5mC levels were able to distinguish between ALL main subtypes (B-ALL and T-ALL; derived from B or T lymphocytes), where T-ALL cases showed significantly (P=0.005) higher 5mC levels than those of B-ALL cases (0.587±0.070 vs. 0.180±0.092, respectively). Also significantly (P=0.04) lower 5mC levels were detected in Philadelphia chromosome-positive (Ph+) ALL cases than in those who were negative to this genetic abnormality (Ph- -ALL) (0.13±0.021 vs. 0.179±0.093, respectively). Overall, the findings of the present study suggest an involvement of EBV infection in ALL pathogenicity, with the potential of utilizing the differences in global DNA methylation levels in ALL patients' risk stratification.
Improving the process of ordering outside genomic testing for lung cancer FNA and small biopsy specimens – A multidisciplinary quality improvement project
Authors: Nokes Brandon , Baumann Coralie , Magallanez Kim , Cartin-Ceba Rodrigo , Spiczka Amy Wendel Wendel , Malhotra Atul , Chen Longwen 
Published: April 2023

Objectives:
Lung cancer is an important cause of mortality in the United States. Targeted mutation analysis has the potential to alter mortality in those with non-small-cell lung cancer. As such, the importance of timely tissue turnaround time (TAT) is substantial. We evaluated TAT at Mayo Clinic Arizona and found it to be delayed relative to national standards.

Material and Methods:
We conducted a series of plan, do, study, and act (PDSA) cycles at a single institution to identify areas for improvement with our lung cancer genomic testing. We assembled a multidisciplinary team and held serial meetings to discuss data from each PDSA cycle.

Results:
Using PDSA cycles and multidisciplinary discussions, we were able to identify a number of process limitations slowing TAT. We were then able to generate enhanced and timely communication between providers and pathology, educate and enforce the order/requisition workflow, and establish pathology accessioning with lung cancer specimens top priority.

Conclusion:
We were able to generate and implement a standard operating procedure for genomic testing of lung cancer specimens at our institution, thereby reducing tissue TAT.
PERSEPSI MAHASISWA TERHADAP BLENDED E-LEARNING
Authors: Basafpipana Habaridota Maha Lastasa Buju 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThis study aims to determine student perceptions of blended e-learning with the Google meeting application and WhatsApp group on PPKn Development course for SD/MI PGMI FTIK IAIN Pontianak.This research uses quantitative survey research. The population of this research are students in semester 3 of the academic year 2021/2022 with 150 people. The sample using random sampling technique amounted to 120 people. The type of instrument used is a student perception questionnaire. Perceptions of post-pandemic blended e-learning with an average quality performance index (IKM) of 3.2 in the good category. However, there are two aspects, namely the ease of network access and also the influence on lecture interactions, therefore it is necessary to pay attention for institutions to minimize network disturbances that occurred during online lectures.Keywords: Perceptions, Blended e-learning. AbstrakPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui persepsi mahasiswa terhadap pembelajaran blended e-learning dengan aplikasi google meeting dan whatshapp grup pada mata kuliah Pengembangan PPKn SD/MI Prodi PGMI FTIK IAIN Pontianak. Pendekatan penelitian ini menggunakan kuantitatif dengan jenis penelitian survey. Populasi penelitian adalah mahasiswa semester 3 tahun ajaran 2021/2022 berjumlah 150 orang. Sampel menggunakan Teknik random sampling berjumlah 120 orang. Jenis instrument yang digunakan adalah angket persepsi mahasiswa. Persepsi pembelajaran blended e-learning pasca pandemi dengan rata-rata nilai indeks kinerja mutu (IKM) 3,2 dengan kategori baik. Namun ada dua aspek yaitu pada kemudahan akses jaringan dan juga berpengaruh terhadap interaksi perkuliah, maka dari itu perlu menjadi parhatian lembaga untuk menimalisir gangguan-gangguan jaringan yang terjadi saat perkuliahan daring. Kata Kunci: Persepsi, Blended e-learning.
Prevalence of Nicotinic Stomatitis in Smokers Attending Oral Diagnosis Department in Khanzad Dental Center and Hawler Medical University –College of Dentistry
Authors: Qasim Nsaif , Noor , Qader, Jamal , Al.zubaidee Ali 
Published: April 2023

Background: Tobacco smoking is considered as one of the most common risk factors for development of oral mucosal lesions which may carry a potential risk for development of oral cancer.
Objective: To find the prevalence of nicotinic stomatitis in a sample of cigarette and water pipe smokers in Erbil city of Iraq.
Patients and Methods: This study included 410 smokers aged 18 years and above who are smoking for at least five years. Cigarette, water pipe and dual smokers were included of both genders. The type, duration and frequency of habit were recorded. The diagnosis of nicotinic stomatitis was done clinically. The data entered and analyzed by (SPSS software 25th version).
Results: Majority of participants were cigarette smokers (73.7%).Out of 410 smoker, prevalence of nicotinic stomatitis was (55.3%) in cigarette smokers,(24.6%) in dual smokers while none of water pipe users developed nicotinic stomatitis ;the incidence increase with increase in duration and frequency of the habit.
Conclusion: In this study we found cigarette smoking was more commonly practiced than water pipe .Nicotinic stomatitis is more prevalent in cigarette smoking and its incidence increased with duration and frequency of the habit.
Introduction: Domestication of War
Authors: Pardo Pedraza Diana , Chacko Xan Sarah , Terry Jennifer , Neimanis Astrida 
Published: April 2023

This Special Section broadens and qualifies the terms through which the relationship between home and militarization has been understood. We do this by joining a vibrant and growing field of transdisciplinary scholars who address the militarization of everyday life by attending to domesticity and practices of domestication. We grapple with how the home naturalizes and becomes a catalyst for militarism: How do ordinary and domestic objects, technologies, spaces, and infrastructures make violence feel at home in the world? We are concerned with the domestic life of militarization as oikos: the household, habitat, and milieu of violent material relationships that are both ongoing and latent. The domestic is not just a discrete, private space; it also extends into public spaces like neighborhoods, local businesses, waste disposal infrastructures, hospices, and crop fields. Developed within an editorial process rooted in a feminist ethos, the articles collected here provide critical and alternative methodologies and disciplinary forms for considering militarism's aesthetics, affects, and modes of appearance. This collection resists conventional spatialities, temporalities, and incarnations of war while calling attention to the obscuring of violence through practices of care and marketing operations.