bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Distribution of larger benthic foraminifera from Miocene carbonates in the Center and Southeast of the Nam Con Son basin
Authors: Pham Thi Duyen , Mai Hoang Dam , Ta Thi Hoa , Nguyen Van Su , Nguyen Thi Tham 
Published: December 2022

In biostratigraphical studies, the planktonic foraminifera, nannofossils, and palynomorphs are recorded rarely in shallow water limestones. Meanwhile, larger benthic foraminifera (LBF) have an important role in defining the stratigraphic range and the depositional environment of carbonate formations is recorded abundantly. The precise identification of LBF’s taxonomy depends on the recognition of its internal structures using polarised microscopes.
Results from the study in the Central and South-eastern Nam Con Son basin show that LBF occurred frequently in the Miocene and, especially, became extremely dominant in the Middle Miocene. In the Early Miocene (Te5 - lower Tf1), they appeared sparsely in the Te5 but became abundant in the lower Tf1. In the Middle Miocene (middle Tf1 - Tf3), they were predominant and diverse in many genera and species, marked by the disappearance of Miogypsina, Miogypsinoides, Katacycloclypeus, and most of the species of Lepidocyclina and Cycloclypeus at the top of the sub-epoch. In the Late Miocene (Tg), LBF was not varied, mainly Amphistegina and Operculina. However, some significant species of the genus Lepidocyclina were extant and dwelled on the isolated carbonate platforms in the Southeast area of the basin. The association of larger benthic foraminifera with small millioids and rotalids, planktonic foraminifera, coral, and/or algae, crinoids, bivalves, etc., may implicate the palaeoenvironmental zone of the carbonate deposits in the wells of the studied region, ranging from the lagoon, shelves surrounding reef to relatively deep, open marine conditions. The occurrence of LBF in carbonate deposits is the key to defining the age, identifying the stratigraphy and depositional environment, and correlating the carbonates.
Audit of Radiology Request Cards in a Tertiary Hospital in NorthWest Nigeria
Authors: Muhammad Khadija A. , Dambele Musa Y. , Hassan Mohammed , Sidi Mohammed 
Published: December 2022

Background: Radiology request cards are essential communication tools between physicians and radiation personnel. Clinical audit is part of quality assurance that guarantees patient care.
Objective: To assess the adequacy of patient data and clinical information filled in request cards sent to Radiology Department of our facility by referring clinicians.
Material and methods: Four hundred (400) radiology request cards were randomly selected from the records of the department and scrutinized for bio-data/clinical information.
Result: Completely filled request cards were 2/267 (ultrasound), 1/40 (computed tomography) and 2/93 (conventional x-ray).
Conclusion: Consistency in complete filliing of radiology request cards in our facility was lacking. The audit revealed actual practice, and the need for improvement.
Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders: Prevalence Among Clinical Radiographers in Teaching Hospitals in North-Western Nigeria
Authors: Daniel Sunday Victory , Umar Mohammed Sani , Ahmad Nafiu Mohd , Joseph Zira Dlama 
Published: December 2022

Background: The components and activities within the scope of radiography practice pose high risks of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) to radiographers in the course of performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Objectives: To determine the prevalence of WMSDs and identify the possible causes among radiographers within the study locality.
Methods: A validated self-administered questionnaire was distributed to all registered and licensed radiographers working in teaching hospitals within the region. The questionnaire contained 21 questions, divided into 3 sections; â€œAâ€ captured demographic data; â€œBâ€ captured educational qualifications and work experience; and â€œCâ€ captured the prevalence, possible causes and responses to WRMSDs.
Results: The respondents were basically within the age range of 21 â€“ 30 years (66.6%), with most of them being male. Most radiographers had clinical working experience between 1 to 10 years, and worked between 6-8 hours and above daily, with a case load of 30 patients and above. The reported case of WRMSD was 93.3%. The major identified causes of WRMSDs were maintaining of prolonged static position (20%), and frequent bending and twisting (16.7%). This study showed no statistically significant correlation between gender and WRMSDs.
Conclusion: There was remarkable evidence of WRMSDs among the practicing clinical radiographers within the North-Western Nigeria.
X-Ray Dose Audit and Potential Local Diagnostic Reference Levels in Select Hospitals In Kaduna State, Nigeria
Authors: Ishiekwen Abeabe, Christopher , Aliyu Abubakar Sadiq , Nwafor Maduakonam Simon 
Published: December 2022

Background: Dosimetry in diagnostic radiology is fundamental to providing information to practitioners regarding the level of their doses and to ensure adequate optimization of the protection of patients presenting for radiological examinations. The introduction and implementation of diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) in diagnostic radiology has proven to be a potent tool for quality control and dose reduction. This has not been comprehensively addressed in Nigeria.
Objective: To carryout dose audit of patients presenting for common radiographic projections in select hospitals in Kaduna State, Nigeria.
Methodology: Thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLDs) were used to measure entrance surface dose (ESD) on 420 randomly selected adult patients presenting for x-ray examination of the chest PA/Lateral, skull PA/Lateral, lumbar spine AP/Lateral, abdomen and pelvic AP, respectively. Results were compared with existing literature.
Results: The range of the mean ESD determined for the study population on various x-ray examinations were: chest PA (0.44 â€“ 0.9 mGy), and lateral (0.9 â€“ 1.5 mGy); skull PA (2.0 â€“ 4.7 mGy), and lateral (1.7 â€“ 3.4 mGy); lumbar spine AP (3.4 -7.8 mGy), and lateral (6.8 â€“11.3 mGy); abdomen AP (3.6 â€“ 6.2 mGy); and pelvic AP (2.4 â€“ 6.9 mGy). Comparison showed dose levels were below IAEA recommendations.
Conclusion: In the absence of arbitrary high doses, practice is generally safe and will not result in unwarranted hazards to the patients.
Accuracy of X-Ray Exposure Parameters in some Radio-diagnostic Centres in Kaduna State, Nigeria
Authors: Ishiekwen Abeab Christopher , Aliyu Abubakar Sadiq 
Published: December 2022

Background: Dose levels in radio-diagnostic settings depend largely on equipment status and examination techniques. It is essential to carry out quality control (QC) on the x-ray systems to ensure proper optimization and the maintenance of quality for better diagnostic outcome, and to avoid the risk of injury.
Objective: To carryout QC for the assessment of the accuracy of exposure parameters for the purpose of optimization of radiation protection.
Methodology: Quality control measurements including tube output, kVp, mA and timer accuracy, linearity and reproducibility were carried out using a multi-function quality control kit, RMI, 181B and measuring tape.
Results: The results of these measurements indicate that the tube output of the machines within the kVp range of 60 to 120 falls between 13.52 x 10-3 and 161.26 x 10-3 with a linear relationship between the kVp and tube output in all the hospitals. It also showed exposure parametersâ€™ operation to be within tolerance limits except in a single hospital with aspects of out-of-range performance.
Conclusion: All equipment under study functioned within safe limits but further investigation and corrective action is required in one of the centres.
Perception of Sister Health Professionals about Radiography Profession in Nigeria
Authors: Chiegwu Uche H. , Nwokeocha Lois N. , Obi Loveth O. , Ukamaka, Uzuegbunam C. , C. Chibuzo Okonkwo 
Published: December 2022

Objective
To investigate the perception of sister professional groups in Nigeria towards radiography profession.
Methods: Questionnaires were used to survey the opinions of 160 healthcare professionals from five professional groups. The respondents scored radiographers on some characteristics of professional occupations.
Results: Only in education was radiography scored 70.0 % and above by respondents. The range of scores in other areas was 55 â€“ 65 %.
Conclusion: Nigerian radiographers need to strive harder to improve public perception on many indices.
An Inquest into the Quests and Conquests of the Radiography Profession in Nigeria
Authors: Adejoh Tom 
Published: December 2022

Background: As at 1942, there were neither indigenous radiographers nor radiography training institutions in Nigeria. Presently, progress made is breathtaking. Despite the strides, there were no readily accessible records to give researchers insight on the trajectory of the profession since the beginning of the 20th century.
Objective: To trace the origin, investigate the quests, ascertain the conquests of the radiography profession in Nigeria and then document them for easy accessibility.
Methods: A prospective, longitudinal historical research spanning 6 years (2013 â€“ 2019). Data emanated from records of the professional association (ARN), publications in the radiography profession, and interview of older radiographers, especially those who were witnesses to professional milestones. Internet search complemented retrieved information. The draft of the work was uploaded continually on radiographersâ€™ Facebook and WhatsApp platforms for inputs. The author resolved discrepancies in account through weight of evidence for or against.
Results: Approximately 5,000 persons have passed through basic radiography training in Nigeria, with â‰¤ 5% having postgraduate qualifications. Training institutions have evolved from two monotechnics to â‰¥ 10 universities, with three of those are involved in postgraduate education. Radiography has witnessed considerable role extensions from traditional x-ray to more advanced practices and complex modalities. Conquests were however, sometimes reversed, or jeopardized by internal upheavals and meddlesome interlopers.
Conclusion: Radiography in Nigeria has witnessed breathtaking evolution in training and practice from the time of World War II (WWII) until date. Radiographers themselves, with significant assistance from non-radiographers, engineered those milestones. A consolidation of intra-professional cohesion and inter-professional synergy is needful, for more focused and dedicated services to humanity.
Hysterosalpingographic Interrogation of Infertility at Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Ikeja, Nigeria
Authors: Isiaq Jamiu , Ohagwu Chukwuemeka , Okwara Kelechi 
Published: December 2022

Background: The African traditional society places a high premium on fecundity and therefore, views infertility as a personal tragedy. Prolonged infertility might lead to suicidal tendencies, stigmatization, marital instability, and enormous psychological stress. In recent times in Nigeria, there appears to be an upsurge in the number of couples investigated for infertility using hysterosalpingography (HSG).
Objective: To observe the trend of HSG findings at a foremost tertiary hospital in Nigeria.
Methods: A consecutive enlistment of HSG radiographs concluded and reported on between July 2014 to December 2018. Using an inclusion criteria of patients who had an initial ultrasound scan prior to HSG as noted from radiologists reports, a sample size of 623 radiographs was enlisted from a HSG population of 2,624 cases. Patientsâ€™ demographic information were extracted from their request cards and radiologistsâ€™ reports.
Results: Patients were aged 22 â€“ 54 (mean: 36.30 Â± 6.00) years, with a modal age range of 31 â€“ 40 year (58.5 %) showing the highest throughput. Hysterosalpingography abnormalities were in two broad sites of uterus and fallopian tubes with the former showing a higher frequency ((n = 362, 58.11 %). Specifically, fibroid (n = 198, 31.80 %) and congenital anomalies (n = 24, 3.80 %) were the most and least prevalent abnormalities, respectively.
Conclusions: Women aged 31 â€“ 40 years were the most common patients for HSG, and uterine fibroid was the most common abnormality found in this study.
DAMPAK PROGRAM PENGEMBANGAN USAHA AGRIBISNIS PERDESAAN (PUAP) TERHADAP PRODUKTIVITAS JAGUNG DI DESA KAYUBULAN KECAMATAN BATUDAAN PANTAI KABUPATEN GORONTALO
Authors: Indrianti Merita Ayu , Adrian Mulastri , Djibran Moh. Muchlis , Mokoginta Meity Melani , Amanah Hafizhah Al , Ardianyah Widiastuti , Marhani Marhani 
Published: December 2022

Abstrak
Penelitian ini dilakukan di Desa Kayubulan Kecamatan Batudaa Pantai Kabupaten Gorontalo. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui pelaksanaan program PUAP, dampak program PUAP terhadap produktivitas jagung dan pemilihan strategi pemberdayaan petani melalui program PUAP. Penelitian dilakukan terhadap 100 orang petani anggota kelompok petani penerima dana BLM PUAP tahun 2018. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tingkat pengembalian dana program PUAP oleh petani masih rendah yaitu sebesar 32%. Hasil analisis uji-t berpasangan menunjukkan bahwa program PUAP memberikan dampak yang signifikan (nyata pada taraf kepercayaan 95%) terhadap produktivitas usahatani jagung dibandingkan sebelum menerima dana program PUAP. Pelaksanaan program PUAP kepada petani jagung memiliki kelebihan yang sangat dirasakan oleh petani disamping terdapat potensi ancaman (tantangan). Petani sangat merasakan keberadaan program PUAP sebagai salah satu penyedia permodalan usahatani jagung. Namun demikian rendahnya tingkat pengembalian dana program oleh petani berpengaruh pada keberlanjutan program itu sendiri.

Abstract
This research was conducted in Kayubulan Village, Batudaa Pantai sub district, Gorontalo district. The purpose was to determine the implementation of Rula Agribusiness Development program, the impact of the program on corn productivity and the selection of farmers' empowerment strategies. It was conducted on 100 members of farmers groups who received Rural Agribusiness Development Program BLM funds in 2008. The results showed that the returns from the program by farmers were still low at 32%. The results of paired t- test analysis showed that the program had a significant impact (real on the 95% confidence level) on corn farming productivity compared to before receiving the program funds. The implementation of the program for corn farmers has advantages that are satisfying the farmers with the potential threats (challenges). Farmers were satisfied with the existence of the program as one of the capital providers for corn farming. However, the low rate of return of programs influences the sustainability of the program itself.
RESPON HASIL KACANG TANAH (Arachis hypogaea L.) DENGAN APLIKASI KONSENTRASI POC DAN JARAK TANAM
Authors: Helilusiatiningsih Nunuk , Indra Nirwana Adam , Pebriana Eva 
Published: December 2022

Abstrak
Kacang tanah memiliki kandungan gizi diminati konsumen untuk berbagai olahan. Rumusan masalah di lokasi Nganjuk, mengalami penurunan produksi dan tersrang hama penyakit. Tujuan penelitian mempelajari respon perkembanhan dan hasil kacang tanan dengan aplikasi konsentrasi POC dan jarak tanam. Metode percobaan memakai Rancangan Acak Kelompok faktorial dua faktor perlakuan. Faktor (I) konsentrasi POC Nasa 3 level (P), yaitu (40, 60, 80) ml/20L. Faktor (II) adalah jarak tanam 3 level, (J), ( 40 x 20, 40 x 30, 40 x 40 ) Cm. Hasil menunjukkan pada diameter batang terjadi interaksi antara perlakuan kombinasi P3J3 (80 ml/ 20L + 40cm x 40cm) dengan nilai rerata 4,29 mm. Konsentrasi POC 80 ml/ 20L air berpengaruh nyata pada jumlah polong /tanaman, 25,33, berat basah 40,50 gram. Jarak tanam 40cm x 40cm (J3) terjadi pengaruh nyata, terbaik pada tinggi : 27,38 cm, jumlah daun 13,44 helai, diameter batang 3,35 mm, berat segar per tanaman 39,87 gram. Jadi kombinasi yang terbaik untuk dipakai petani dalam menaman kacang tanah adalah P3J3

Abstract
Peanuts have nutritional content that consumers are interested in because they can be used in various preparations. The formulation of the problem faced at the Nganjuk location, experienced a decrease in production and was attacked by pests and diseases. The aim of the research was to study the response of the growth and yield of groundnut with the application of POC concentration and plant spacing. The experimental method used a factorial randomized block design with two treatment factors. Factor (I) concentration of POC Nasa 3 levels (P), namely (40, 60, 80) ml/20L. Factor (II) is the spacing of 3 levels, (J), ( 40 x 20, 40 x 30, 40 x 40 ) Cm. The results showed that in stem diameter there was an interaction between the combination treatment P3J3 (80 ml/20L + 40cm x 40cm) with a mean value of 4.29 mm. The concentration of POC 80 ml/20L of water had a significant effect on the analysis of the number of pods/plant, about 25.33 pods, wet weight per plant on average 40.50 grams. Planting distance of 40cm x 40cm (J3) had a significant effect on the best parameters on plant height at 35 DAP 27.38 cm, number of leaves 13.44 strands, stem diameter 3.35 mm, wet weight per plant 39.87 grams
PENGARUH PASTA LENGKUAS (ALPINA GALANGA L. SWARTZ) TERHADAP KUALITAS MIKROBIA DAN FISIKOKIMIA DAGING AYAM KAMPUNG
Authors: Nurtanti Ina , Wijayanti Desna Ayu 
Published: December 2022

Abstrak
Penelitian bertujuan mengetahui total mikrobia dan fisiko-kimia daging ayam kampung dengan pemberian pasta lengkuas (Alpina galanga L. Swartz) pada lama penyimpanan berbeda. Bahan penelitian adalah dada ayam kampung dan pasta lengkuas. Metode yang digunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) pola Faktorial 4x3, yaitu faktor pelumuran pasta lengkuas (0;10;20; 30%) dan faktor lama penyimpanan (0;2,5;5 jam). Metode analisis total bakteri menggunakan plate count agar (PCA) dan uji fisiko kimia dengan pH meter, Lowry-Follin dan Kjeldahl. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan interaksi pelumuran pasta lengkuas dengan lama penyimpanan yang mempengaruhi penurunan pH (P<0,01) dan protein terlarut (P<0,01). Total bakteri proteolitik (P>0,05), kadar air (P>0,05) dan total protein (P>0,05) menunjukkan hasil tidak berpengaruh. Pelumuran pasta lengkuas 30% dan lama penyimpanan 5 jam memiliki kombinasi perlakuan terbaik.

Abstract
The research to determine total microbes and physico-chemical of native chicken meat by giving galangal paste (Alpina galanga L. Swartz) at different storage periods. Materials is native chicken breast and galangal paste. Method used Complete Randomized Design (RAL) pattern factorial 4x3, factor of galangal paste melting (0;10;20; 30%) and factor of storage length (0;2.5;5 hours). Total analysis bacteria uses plate count agar (PCA) and physico-chemical tests with pH meters, Lowry-Follin and Kjeldahl. The results showed that interaction of galangal paste melting with storage length which affecteddecrease in pH (P<0,01) and dissolved protein(P<0,01). Ttotal proteolytic bacteri (p>0,05), water content (P>0.05) and total protein (P>0.05) showed no effect. 30% galangal paste melting and 5-hour storage time have the best combination treatments
Identifikasi Kematangan Buah Tomat Berdasarkan Warna Menggunakan Metode Jaringan Syaraf Tiruan (Jst) Backpropagation
Authors: Johan T. Muhammad , Rifna Iza 
Published: December 2022

Industri pertanian dan perkebunan di Indonesia saat ini berkembang dengan sangat pesat. Salah satu tahap dalam proses pengolahan hasil perkebunan adalah pemilihan produk berdasarkan kualitasnya (misalnya tingkat kematangan buah). Proses pemilihan hasil pertanian dan perkebunan umumnya sangat bergantung pada presepsi manusia terhadap komposisi warna yang dimiliki citra yaitu buah-buahan. Cara manual dilakukan berdasarkan pengamatan visual secara langsung pada buah yang akan diklasifikasi. Identifikasi dengan cara ini memiliki beberapa kelemahan diantaranya adalah waktu yang dibutuhkan relatif lama serta menghasilan produk yang beragam karena adanya keterbatasan visual manusia, tingkat kelelahan dan perbedaan persepsi antar mutu buah.
Perkembangan penelitian jaringan syaraf tiruan (JST) memungkinkan untuk memilah produk pertanian dan perkebunan secara otomatis dengan bantuan aplikasi pengolahan citra. Identifikasi kematangan buah tomat ini menerapkan metode pembelajaran Backpropagation. Pendukung identifikasi menggunakan bantuan media handphone sebagai pengambilan gambar buah tomat. Tingkat keberhasilan kematangan buah tomat yang didapatkan menggunakan metode pembelajaran backpropagation dengan tingkat keberhasilan 96 %
THE EFFECT OF EMOTIONAL EXHAUSTION, WORK LIFE BALANCE AND SUPPORTIVE ORGANISATIONAL CULTURE ON ORGANISATIONAL CITIZENSHIP BEHAVIOUR: THE MEDIATING ROLE OF OCCUPATIONAL COMMITMENT (A THEORETICAL REVIEW )
Authors: Kadar Khan Sofiah , Chi Chen I 
Published: December 2022

The article extends the literature of organisational citizenship behaviour (OCB) by providing support for the development of construct towards OCB. There has been extensive studies directed towards understanding OCB. Empirical studies have confirmed the positive relationship among OCB and organisational performance. This article proposed a frameworkÂ based on past literatures engaging emotional exhaustion and work life balance as variables predicting occupational commitment moderated by supportive organisational culture towards OCB. The propositions made by identifying work stressors which will weaken the effect of positive work behaviour.
THE RIGHT MEASUREMENTS FOR THE APPROPRIATE INTERVENTIONS: JOB BURNOUT AMONG EMPLOYEES IN CHINA’S FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
Authors: Mengmeng Jiang , Dasan Jakaria 
Published: December 2022

Job burnout has been coined as the main cause of turnover cases. Financial institutions in China were not excluded from reporting high case of turnover due to job burnout. The way job burnout was measured were discussed further to identify the appropriate interventions. Hence, literature reviews were carried out from sources of local studies and abroad. Results show that job burnout and external working environment are among the factors influencing employees’ feeling of uneasiness and dissatisfaction leading to job burnout. Unless job burnout is mitigated, China’s financial institutions will keep on facing the shortfall of respective talents.