bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Immunological Estimation of Inflammatory Interleukins (IL-4, IL-6 & IL-10) Among Patients with Bladder Cancer
Authors: AlObaidi Sahar A. , AlSaimary Ihsan E. , M. ALMusafer Murtadha 
Published: September 2022

The aim of this study was to determine Immunomolecular expression of inflammatory interleukins (IL-4, IL-6 & IL-10) by using ELISA, conventional PCR and Sequencing technologies, to give acknowledge about the roles of these interleukins in patients with bladder cancer in Basrah province. A case-control study included 85 confirmed bladder cancer patients and 80 individual as a control group. Data about age, gender, smoking, alcohol drinking, family history, occupation, residency and clinical findings for all patients with urothelial carcinoma were collected. This study show the effect of demographical factors ( age, gender smoking, family history, alcohol drinking, occupation and residency) in patients with bladder cancer. The current study measure interleukins (IL-4, IL-6 & IL-10) concentration (pg\ml) by using ELISA technology among various age groups, gender, tumor sages (T1-T4) and case status (newly diagnosed, advance & recurrence). The results show significant increase of interleukins 4, 6 and 10 in comparison with control group (P-value= 0.008, 0.009, 0.001) respectively.
Literature Review on Antibiotics
Authors: Hamido Abduleziz Jemal , Sirika Netsa Bekele , Omar Ibsa Abrahim 
Published: September 2022

Antibiotics resistant capacity when pathogens are develops inhibition mechanisms in opposition to different antimicrobials that formerly sensitive. Different kinds of pathogens can advance resistance mechanisms or strategies via more than a few ways, such as natural or acquired. Innate resistance would be going on when pathogen can protects themselves from any drugs, this was once may be due to the capsules have low permeability to the pathogens. Additional reasons may be due to variations in the chemical compositio drug and the pathogens membrane structures. Acquired resistance potential the development of resistance of antibiotics that can be appear due to exceptional reasons, in this case the pathogen can beforehand inclined the tablets but through procedure they advance resistance mechanisms. The plasmids transformation, transduction, conjugation and transposition are the most common ways in which bacteria or pathogen can strengthen the resistance mechanisms.
Implementation of the Leader's Strategyin Human Resources Career Development at Muhammadiyah University Malang
Authors: Budianto Kukuh , . Akhyak , Safi’i Asrop 
Published: September 2022

This study was motivated by an institution implementing human resource management as a starting point for strategic planning for human resource career development, particularly for teachers at Islamic private universities. This implementation is expected to produce high quality output. This study will examine the implementation of strategies used by Muhammadiyah Malang University leaders when developing a human resource career. This study aims to determine the implementation of leadership strategies in human resource career development. This study uses a qualitative approach, which is a type of case study. Study data were collected through detailed interview, observation and documentation methods. Meanwhile, the analysis proceeded in three stages: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. On the other hand, validation of the data used in this study is validity, tolerability, reliability, and proof of competence. The results showed that Muhammadiyah Malang University (UMM) has implemented a career development strategy for teachers. Strategies implemented include HR strategies, professional development strategies, and career development strategies. All strategies were implemented after instructor recruitment. UMM has its own standards that instructors who will be part of UMM must meet. Meanwhile, human resource career development for instructors at UMM has been pursued in a number of ways, including seminars, workshops, staff training, applied approaches, short courses, guest lectures and character building and other auxiliary programs.
Gamit Ng Dayalektong Sorsoganon Sa Mga Pormularyo Ng Ahensyang Pansakuna
Authors: Desengaño,MAED Ailyn D. , Marbella, PhD Felisa D. 
Published: September 2022

Natiyak sa pag-aaral na ito na matukoy ang gamit ng dayalektong Sorsoganon sa mga karaniwang pormularyo na ginagamit ng ahensyang pansakuna. Deskriptib-analisis ang ginamit na disenyo sa paglikom ng mga datos na kailangan sa pag-aaral na ito. Ang mga kalahok ay binubuo ng kawani at kliyente ng Sorsogon Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (SPDRRMO) at Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) ng 14 na bayan at isang (1) lungsod sa Sorsogon. Isang sarbey at pakikipanayam ang ginawa para makuha ang mga datos na kailangan sa pag-aaral. Gumamit ng frequency count at pagraranggo sa pagtataya ng mga datos.
Natuklasan na may iba’t ibang uri ng karaniwang pormularyo ang ginagamit sa ahensyang pansakuna. Lahat ng pormularyong ginagamit ay magkakatulad sa 14 na bayan at isang lungsod sa Sorsogon. Kadalasang nakasulat sa wikang Ingles ang mga karaniwang pormularyo ng ahensyang pansakuna. Marami ang suliranin sa pag-unawa ng mga pormularyo ng ahensyang pansakuna subalit ang pinaka suliranin ay ang kakulangan ng pagsasalin ng mga pormularyo sa wikang higit nilang mauunawaan. Sa tulong ng mga kalahok sa pag-aaral ay nakabuo ang mananaliksik ng kalunan ng mga naisalin na pormularyong ginagamit ng ahensyang pansakuna. Isinalin ang mga pormularyo sa dayalektong gamit ng bawat munisipalidad sa probinsya ng Sorsogon: Bikol-Castilla, Bikol-Pilar, Bikol-Donsol, Bikol-Pilar, Bikol-Prieto Diaz, Bikol-Casiguran, Bikol-Juban, Bikol-Irosin, Bikol-Sta Magdalena, Bikol-Magallanes, Bikol-Matnog, Bikol-Gubat, Bikol-Sorsogon, Bikol-Barcelona, Bikol-Bulan, at Bikol-Bulusan.
Inirerekomenda na isulong ang pagsasalin ng mga pormularyo at IEC materials na ginagamit sa ahensyang pansakuna. Isalin ang mga ito sa wikang mauunawaan ng mas nakararami lalong lalo na ng mga lokal na mamamayan. Pagyamanin ang wikang Filipino kasabay ng pagpapayaman sa sariling dayalekto. Gamitin ito sa pakikipagkomunikasyon at pakikipagtransaksyon sa araw-araw na pakikipamuhay.Sa pagpapasagot ng mga pormularyo sa anomang ahensya, siguraduhing malinaw, nauunawaan at naipaliwanag ng maayos sa mga taong sasagot ang mga hinihinging impormasyon upang masiguro na maibibigay nila ang angkop na kasagutan para sa mga hinihinging impormasyon. Magkaroon ng mga seminar at gawaing magbibigay edukasyon at kaalaman sa mga karaniwang mamamayan tungkol sa mga paksang may kinalaman sa DRRM. Magsagawa pa ng mga pag-aaral na may kaugnayan sa kasalukuyang pag-aaral para sa mga susunod na mananaliksik.
Penerapan Metode Diskusi Berbantuan Media Gambar untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Menulis Report Text SMA Negeri 1 Pleret
Authors: Zukhana Dara 
Published: September 2022

Tujuan penelitian ini ialah untuk mengetahui penerapan metode diskusi berbantuan media gambar guna meningkatkan kemampuan menulis report text siswa kelas X IPA 1 SMA Negeri 1 Pleret. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian tindakan kelas (Classroom Action Research) dengan dua siklus. Masing- masing siklus terdiri dari tahap perencanaan, pelaksanaan, pengamatan dan refleksi. Subyek dalam penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas X IPA 1 SMA Negeri 1 Pleret dengan jumlah siswa sebanyak 32 orang. Data yang dikumpulkan menggunakan teknik observasi, angket dan hasil belajar, selanjutnya dianalisis menggunakan percentage correction. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa model pembelajaran diskusi berbantuan media gambar untuk meningkatkan hasil belajar writting pada materi Bahasa Inggris dapat meningkatkan kemampuan siswa dengan adanya peningkatan persentase ketuntasan yaitu pada siklus I 68,8% dan pada siklus II 100%.
Mengembangkan Kemampuan Pencapaian Siswa dalam Materi Larutan Penyangga Dengan Bantuan Model Inkuiri Menggunakan Pisang Kepok Sebagai Pengganti Obat Maag Lambung
Authors: Syailani Syailani 
Published: September 2022

Tujuan Penelitian pembelajaran inovatif adalah : 1) Terdapat peningkatan prestasi belajar siswa menggunakan larutan penyangg menggunakan kombinasi eksperimen dengan model inquiri terbimbing. 2) Respon siswa pada pembelajaran larutan penyangga menggunakan media pisang kepok sebagai pengganti obat antasida. 3) Kontribusi kombinasi model inquiri terbimbing dengan metode eksperimen menggunakan media pisang kepok terhadap peningkatan prestasi belajar kimia. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK) yang digunakan dalam penelitian dengan 2 siklus setiap siklus terdiri atas 3 tindakan. Hasil penelitian pembelajaran menujukan Prestasi belajar siswa pembelajaran larutan penyangga menggunakan kombinasi metode eksperimen dan model inquiri terbimbing meningkat dari ketuntasan 40% menjadi 93%. Kesalahan siswa terhadap larutan penyangga berkurang. Respon siswa pada pembelajaran larutan penyangga menggunakan kombinasi metode eksperimen dan inquiri terbimbing semakin tertarik dan menyenangkan siswa. Motivasi siswa untuk belajar kimia meningkat, terutama larutan penyangga. Penilaian ketrampilan praktikum dan hasil diskusi terhadap siswa kelas XIA 3 terendah 76 tertinggi 96 rata- rata kelas 86. Penilaian ketrampilan praktikum dan hasil pameran kelas XI A 2 terhadap semua siswa kelas XI IPA terendah 77 tertinggi 97 dan rata-rata 77. Hasil pengukuran pH mengunakan media pisang kepok dengan pembanding obat maag mendekati pH yang dapat menetralkan asam lambung. Pembelajaran larutan penyangga menggunakan media pisang kepok sebagai penerapan pembelajaran yang inovatif.
Harnessing the potentials of sweet potatoes for improved food security in developing countries.
Authors: Ojimelukwe Philippa Chinyere , Ukom Anthony 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
The sweet potato (Ipomea batatas L Lam) is a famine crop with great potentials to supply energy and curb hidden hunger in developing countries. It is the only major root crop (often used as vegetable) with four nutrients that exceed 10% of the recommended daily amount (vitamin A/beta carotene; vitamin C; Fiber and potassium) Commendable research efforts have been dedicated to developing improved varieties of sweet potatoes for pest resistance; yield; stress tolerance; dry matter content; carotenoids (xanthophyll and pro-vitamin A) and mineral content. This paper presents an update on the research status on sweet potatoes and highlights areas for further research for the sustainable use of this cheap source of bioenergy and nutrients as a food security crop. Bio-fortification rather than transgenic research methods has been found to be more suitable for the incorporation of novel nutrients into the crop. Factors that affect the nutrient density and yield of sweet potatoes include: soil nutrient management practices, vine pruning and planting distances. Although they have seeds, sweet potatoes are better propagated with vine cuttings. The level of adoption of orange fleshed sweet potatoes is still low and the problems of seasonality, high costs of good quality planting materials, diversification of value added products and complexity of the production technique for the rural farmer need to be addressed. This crop requires improved research efforts for sustainable food security in developing countries.
The Klotho-FGF23-CPP axis and cardiovascular outcomes in diabetic patients with chronic limb threatening ischemia: a prospective study
Authors: Biscetti Federico , Rando Maria Margherita , Cecchini Andrea Leonardo , Nicolazzi Maria Anna , Angelini Flavia , Iezzi Roberto , Eraso Luis H , Dimuzio Paul J , Pitocco Dario , Gasbarrini Antonio , Massetti Massimo , Flex Andrea 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Background: Cardiovascular complications after lower extremity revascularization (LER) are common in diabetic patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and chronic limb threatening ischemia (CLTI). The Klotho-FGF23-CPP axis is associated with endothelial injury and cardiovascular risk.The aim of this study was to analyze the relationship between Klotho-FGF23-CPP serum levels and the incidence of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) and major adverse limb events (MALE) after LER in diabetic patients with PAD and CLTI.Methods: Baseline levels of Klotho, FGF23, and CPP, and their association with subsequent incidence of MACE and MALE were analyzed in a prospective, non-randomized study in a population of diabetic patients with PAD and CLTI requiring LER.Results: A total of 220 patients were followed for 12 months after LER. Sixty-three MACE and 122 MALE were recorded during follow-up period. Baseline lower Klotho serum levels (295.3 ± 151.3 pg/mL vs 446.4 ± 171.7 pg/mL, p<0.01), whereas increased serum levels FGF23 (75.0 ± 11.8 pg/mL vs 53.2 ± 15.4 pg/mL, p<0.01) and CPP (461.8 ± 168.6 pg/mL vs 269.3 ± 184.3 pg/mL, p<0.01) were significantly associated with the development of MACE. ROC analysis confirmed the predictive power of the Klotho-FGF23-CPP axis. Furthermore, decreased Klotho serum levels were associated with the occurrence of MALE after LER (329.1 ± 136.8 pg/mL vs 495.4 ± 183.9 pg/mL, p<0.01).Conclusions: Klotho-FGF23-CPP axis imbalance is a potential biomarker for increased cardiovascular risk after LER in diabetic patients with PAD and CLTI.
A re-assessment of historical records pertaining to activity of Mt. Baekdu (Paektu, Tianchi) volcano
Authors: Yun Sung-Hyo , Lee Jeonghyun , Chang Cheolwoo , Oppenheimer Clive 
Published: September 2022

Abstract

This study re-assesses the historical records pertaining to activity of Mt. Baekdu according to volcanic phenomena. We categorized volcanic phenomena into five categories: rumbling, atmospheric abnormality, ash rain, ash cloud and phenomenon sightings, and investigated historical records (in Chinese) for each phenomenon and identified their volcanological implications. Among the volcanic phenomena, ash rain had the most records, and in particular, Goryeosa recorded the ash rain phenomenon 56 times. And more than 90 volcanic eruptions were discovered from the Millennium Eruption from November 3, 946 AD to February 7, 947 AD, most of which were either Plinian or Vulcanian eruptions with volcanic ash dispersed into the regions surrounding the volcano creating fallout ash. Based on the historical eruptions, eruption precursors, and volcanic unrest of the volcano between 2002 and 2006, Mt. Baekdu is regarded as an active volcano that has the potential to erupt. Therefore, in order to mitigate the hazard caused by the eruption of Mt. Baekdu, it is necessary to analyse the historical eruption records of Mt. Baekdu and to understand the characteristics of the eruptions through this analyzation.
Chemical Recycling of Flexible Polyurethane Foams to Recover High Quality Polyols
Authors: Grdadolnik Maja , Zdovc Blaž , Drinčić Ana , Onder Ozgun , Utroša Petra , Ramos Susana , Ramos Enrique , Pahovnik David , Žagar Ema 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Polyurethane foams are widely used commodity materials, but most of them end up in landfills at the end of their life, which is not in line with the circular economy approach. Here we introduce microwave-assisted aminolysis as an efficient chemical recycling process for polyurethane foams. Amino reagents containing primary and tertiary amino groups in the structure, which act both as a reagent and a catalyst, are shown to be particularly effective in degrading urethane groups in the foam structure. The recycled polyols have structural and molar mass characteristics that basically make them perfect analogues of the corresponding virgin polyether polyols. Therefore, the production of high-quality polyurethane foams exclusively from the recycled polyols is possible without having to adapt the synthesis process. The flexible foams synthesised from recycled polyols have comparable mechanical properties to those produced from virgin polyols, which has not been achieved with any recycled polyol so far.
Evaluation of Dynamic Factor of Reinforced Concrete Deck Slab through the Experiment and Numerical Study
Authors: Tewari Divyansh , Kasilingam Senthil , Sharma Ankur 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
A cost effective technique is presented to determine the dynamic factor of reinforced concrete deck slab through experiment and simulations. The experiments were conducted on a one-fourth scale prototype model of a pre-existing railway bridge deck slab of size 645 x 565 x 86 mm against static and transient dynamic loading. The average measured experimental peak force from the static and transient dynamic tests was found to be 99 and 145.7 kN, respectively. A numerical simulation was conducted to evaluate the dynamic factor using ABAQUS finite element software. It was observed that the results obtained from simulations were in confidence with the experimental results as well as codal provisions and the dynamic factor obtained from the experiment and simulation was found to be 1.47 and 1.52, respectively. Further, the influence of length of deck slab, mass and velocity of impactor on the prediction of the dynamic factor using a finite element analysis and statistical method were studied. The statistical model was proposed in terms of regression equation using Response Surface Methodology and the section offering maximum resistance were optimized using the analysis of variance. The predicted response of deck slab in terms of impact force through finite element simulations were compared with the statistical approach. Overall, it was observed that the predicted peak impact force is found in good agreement with the statistical method. It was concluded that the span was found to be 4.58 m offering highest resistance against 8.1 m/s velocity with the mass of 14.53 Tons among the various chosen cases and the most conservative value of dynamic factor was found to be 2.81 and 2.74 using statistical and FE simulations, respectively.
Radiohormetic effect on the germination of Pinus pseudostrobus Lindl. seeds irradiated with linear accelerator
Authors: Flores-López Laura Yasmin , Iglesias-Andreu Lourdes Georgina , Palafox-Chávez María de Lourdes 
Published: September 2022

Abstract

Pinus pseudostrobus Lindl. is one of the most widely propagated species in Mexico for reforestation, agroforestry, and commercial timber plantations because of the quality of its wood and its rapid growth. Among the physical and chemical methods to improve the effectiveness of germination, stimulation with radiation has shown positive effects on seed germination and seedling growth in several species. However, there are not many studies that have explored the radiohormetic effect on germination, survival, and seedling quality in conifers. Therefore, the present study was carried out with the objective of evaluating the radiohormetic effects of the use of low doses of linear accelerator on the germination capacity, growth, and quality of seedlings as well as the chlorophyll content of P. pseudostrobus for the purpose of reforestation and the establishment of forest plantations. A total of 720 seeds were taken to be irradiated with doses of 0, 0.5, 1.5, 1.5, 3, 5, and 7.5 Gy, in the linear accelerator Elekta Synergy Platform. For each dose, four replicates of 30 seeds each were used. It was determined that all the doses used increased the number of germinated seeds and showed an increase in seedling growth with respect to the control. The plant quality indexes showed that the doses of 0.5, 1.5, and 3.0 Gy contributed most to obtaining plants with larger aerial and root parts, but with a balanced conformation and a great capacity for the formation of new roots, which will help to present better levels of survival.
Agroforestry and Tree management in Kivuuvu Parish, Maanyi Subcounty, Mityana District. Uganda
Authors: Ahimbisibwe Ambrose , Miiro Richard , Akello Sarah 
Published: September 2022

Abstract

Agroforestry is an important alternative in land management systems to improve rural livelihoods. Timber and Non-timber Forest Products (NTFPs) have been the most important components in the agroforestry system, and to rural villagers’ household income portfolio including in Kivuuvu Parish, Maanyi Subcounty in Mityana District. However, the management strategies for tree components at household level has been quite inadequate resulting in low benefit margins for the farmers. These are eventually perceived by the small scale tree farmers as poor and unattractive incentives that has led many to abandon the practice of tree growing on farm. The study helps the farmers to identify the key action points to emphasize in on-farm tree management where efforts can be directed and tangible benefits realized and livelihoods impacted positively. Direct farmer interviews of 12 tree farmers were conducted covering the villages of Buyobe, Gulejja, Kabayenga, Kivuvuu, Kyetuuzo, Maanyi, and Nakulamudde. These were purposively selected from both large scale and small scale categories as well as hilly and gentle slopping landscapes. Results indicated that tree growth was very slow with tree rotation exceeding 20 years for common tree varieties such ad Eucalyptus grandis grown for timber. A wide variety of tree species were also incorporated into farmlands for food, fuel, fodder, medicine and aesthetic values. The study uncovered the indiscretions in tree species selection for different cropping systems as well as landscapes. Important tree management practices such as pruning, fertilizer application and thinning were also not done resulting into poor tree performance. This significantly reduces the farmer’s income and economic livelihood. The study recommended the intervention of the District Forestry Services and other NGOs to increase the community’s access to improved tree varieties such as eucalyptus clones and also disseminate the knowledge appropriate tree management practices as per the SPGS tree growing standards.
Comparing Between Traditional and Integrated Project Delivery Systems Attributes for Optimizing Project Performance
Authors: Shadhar Alaa Kharbat , Mahjoob Ahmed Mohammed Raoof , Mahmood Buroog Basheer 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) is an approach to project delivery that aims to form a collaborative effort between project parties so that optimal construction is achieved by reducing costs and positively improving production. It is distinguished by a multilateral contractual agreement that typically allows risks and rewards to be shared among project stakeholders. This paper aims to explore the distinctive features of the IPD through statistically significant performance differences between IPD and traditional project delivery systems TPD. Data were collected to measure the quantitative performance of 20 projects for the period between (2010–2022) with detailed interviews of experts and the parties to those projects. Univariate data analyzes, such as T-test and one-way ANOVA, were performed to assess IPD performance. According to the statistical significance of 15 performance standards, improvements in project performance have been achieved through the application of IPD. This study showed acceptance of the assumption of homogeneity of variance and normal distribution since the value of the mean square error test is 0.306 and the level of significance is 0.051, which is greater than 0.05. The study also showed that the best alternative to analysis of variance if has a difference in the means is the use of non-parametric statistics. This study presents a significant contribution to improving the quality of project work and controlling cost and time by following IPD compared to other traditional project delivery systems. These results will provide evidence for project decision makers to follow the appropriate delivery method for Iraqi construction projects.