Search all articles

+ Advanced search
Search articles within:
4990 articles

Understanding Poverty In The Development Context And Poverty Reduction Policy Using System Dynamics Approach

Fauzan Ahmad, Iwan Kustiwan
Poverty is an undesirable phenomenon of development with the main characteristic of lack of welfare which might lead to some social problems such as criminality, low-level education and poor health condition. Generally, since 2000, Indonesia has been experiencing the decrease number of the poor with...
Proceedings Article

Numerical Model of Lab-Scale Packed-Bed Thermal Energy Storage System

Burcu Koçak, Halime Ömür Paksoy
This paper presents numerical modeling of lab-scale packed bed thermal energy storage (TES) system. In the packed-bed with 0.30 m diameter and 0.90 m height, monotype storage particles developed from demolition wastes are used. Synthetic thermal oil is be used as fluid phase between 80 – 180°C. Schumann...
Proceedings Article

Actuation of Electro-Pneumatic System using MATLAB Simulink and Arduino Controller- A case of a Mechatronics systems Lab

Priyam Parikh, Rupesh Vasani, Saurin Sheth, Jigarkumar Gohil
Mechatronics is an immerging branch in the present era which deals with mechanical systems, instrumentations and electronic systems. Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems are the vital elements of Mechatronics system. The actuation of hydraulic and pneumatic system can be done using a PLC or a microcontroller....
Research Article

Covid-19 Effects on ARTErial StIffness and Vascular AgeiNg: CARTESIAN Study Rationale and Protocol

Rosa Maria Bruno, Bart Spronck, Bernhard Hametner, Alun Hughes, Patrick Lacolley, Christopher C. Mayer, Maria Lorenza Muiesan, Chakravarthi Rajkumar, Dimitrios Terentes-Printzios, Thomas Weber, Tine Willum Hansen, Pierre Boutouyrie, on behalf of the ARTERY Society
Pages: 59 - 68
In December 2019, an outbreak of pneumonia caused by a novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) spread rapidly worldwide. Although the clinical manifestations of COVID-19 are dominated by respiratory symptoms, the cardiovascular system is extensively affected at multiple levels. Due to the unprecedented consequences...
Proceedings Article

Activated Carbon from Brazilian Babassu Nutshell using Physical Route and Microwave Radiation

Maria de Fatima Salgado, Nadson de Jesus da Silva Trindade, Jailson dos Santos Silva, Vicente Galber Viana, Adekunle Moshood Abioye, Farid Nasir Ani
The Activated charcoal - AC is a carbonaceous material with high carbon content in its structure, it can be obtained from biomaterials such as: coconut shell, wood, bamboo, etc. Its pores are highly developed, have high adsorption capacity and have a microcrystalline form capable of selectively purifying...
Proceedings Article

The Role of Synbiotics (Commercial Product) as a Substitute for Antibiotic Growth Promotor (AGP) in the Performance and Blood Values of Cobb-strain Broilers Challenged with Salmonella enteritidis

J C Ajiguna, V C Prakasita, T E M Nahak, C R Tabbu, C M Santosa, A E T H Wahyuni
Feed is the main requirement for broilers farms. However, continuous use of AGP can cause antibiotic resistance in poultry and humans. The effectiveness of feed additives in preventing some disease agents has not been much scrutinized. Among the diseases that often arise is Salmonellosis. This study...
Proceedings Article

The Potential of Production and Characteristic of Oleoresin Tapped from Dipterocarpus verrucosus as Natural Ingredient for Multi Purposes

Andrian Fernandes, Rizki Maharani
Keruing (Dipterocarpus) is one of the Dipterocarpaceae family which produces oleoresin. Dipterocarpus species diversities will give the difference in oleoresin obtained from tapping, and its physical and chemical properties. This research aimed to determined the distribution of tapped oleoresin of D...

Exploration and Reflection on the Construction of Embedded C Language Course

Danjuan Liu, Wei He
In the process of teaching embedded C language, we adopt the online and offline flipped teaching mode to design teaching cases that include both course knowledge and moral education. It can not only solve the problem of insufficient class time but also effectively combine "professional theory"...

Analysis of Factors Affecting Consumer Behavior in Purchasing Decisions for Specs Shoes in Kupang City

Ari Yanto Dere, Ronald P. C. Fanggidae, Merlyn Kurniawati, Apriani H. J. Fanggidae
This study aims to determine the factors that influence consumer behavior in purchasing Specs shoes. The sample in this study amounted to 100 respondents who were taken using purposive sampling technique. This research uses a qualitative approach, which takes the object of research in Kupang City. Data...
Proceedings Article

The Effect of Maggot Flour (Hermetia illucens) on the Growth of Sangkuriang Catfish (Clarias gariepinus)

Rusdi Rusdi, Yulilina Retno Dewahrani, Tiara Putri Chaerunnisa, Bunga Ainindya Balqis, Nur Novita, Rahma Noviati, Melta Rini Fahmi, Naufal Ma’arif
The public’s need for catfish consumption increases every year. To increase catfish production, good quality feed is needed that meets nutritional needs and stimulates catfish production. Catfish can grow well if their nutritional intake is adequate, especially protein requirements. However, fish need...
Conference Abstract

5.4 EFFECT OF ACUTE RESISTANCE EXERCISE ON ARTERIAL HEMODYNAMICS AND CEREBRAL BLOOD FLOW DYNAMICS: DOES SEX MATTER?

Alexander Rosenberg, Tommy Wee, Elizabeth Schroeder, Kanokwan Bunsawat, Georgios Grigoriadis, Garett Griffith, Bo Fernhall, Tracy Baynard
Pages: 59 - 60
High-intensity resistance exercise (RE) acutely increases arterial stiffness and blood pressure (BP), coupled with reduced cerebral blood flow velocity (CBFv) and greater flow pulsatility in the cerebral circulation, which may be detrimental to cerebral microvasculature. Because females have different...
Conference Abstract

5.3 HIGH FIT OLDER ADULTS MAINTAIN A SIMILAR ENDOTHELIAL RESPONSE TO ACUTE INFLAMMATION AS YOUNGER ADULTS

Elizabeth Schroeder, Abbi Lane-Cordova, Sushant Ranadive, Tracy Baynard, Bo Fernhall
Pages: 59 - 59
Inflammation is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events and reduced endothelial function. Higher cardiorespiratory fitness is associated with lower risk of cardiovascular events and improved vascular function. Whether fitness plays a role during acute inflammation is unknown. Purpose:...
Conference Abstract

6.1 PERIPHERAL ARTERY DISEASE AND CENTRAL HEMODYNAMIC MODIFICATION

Mariella Catalano, Gabriel Dimitrov, Giovanni Scandale, Marzio Minola, Martino Recchia, Francesca Galli, Maria Carotta, Gianni Carzaniga
Pages: 59 - 59
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) affects the hemodynamics of the lower limbs1 and is associated with increased cardiovascular risk and mortality2. The aim of this study was to evaluate central hemodynamics and to test the relationships between lower ankle-pressure index (ABI) and Augmentation index...

Misconception of Student: Difference Field Independent-Dependent Cognitive Style

Linawati Linawati, Pathuddin Pathuddin, Mubarik Mubarik, Gandung Sugita, Teguh S. Karniman, Tirta Andriani
This study aims to describe the differences in students’ misconceptions with field-independent and field-dependent cognitive styles. This research is a descriptive-qualitative research involving junior high school students in Palu city. The subject of this study consisted of two female students, having...
Proceedings Article

Hypoglycemic and Hypolipidemic Effects of Melastoma dodecandrum ethanol-extract on Type 2 Diabetic Rats

Chang-Lei Li, Bao-Miao Ma, Xiao-Qing Chen, Yu-Wei Liu, Xi-Ji Shu
Abstract. To observe hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effects of Melastoma dodecandrum ethanol-extract on type 2 diabetic rats. Except twelve SPF SD rats were as the control group, the rest eighty type 2 diabetic rats were induced by feeding with high-fat and high-sugar diet and intraperitoneal injection...
Proceedings Article

The Calcination Temperature on the Electrochemical Properties of MnFe /C Composite Oxides

Jiaheng Zhang
The super capacitor has the advantages of high power density, short charging time, long service life and so on. It has a great development potential in the field of energy. Continued growth in market share will further stimulate the super capacitor of R & D, in order to meet the needs of commercial prepared...
Proceedings Article

Using MFC and Managed C++ to Realize Configuration Utility

Laiping Wu, Tao Lin, Libin Chen
IVI Configuration Store is the key factor in the interaction between users and instruments. Usually, users need a GUI configuration utility to write the configuration information into IVI Configuration Store. But the IVI Foundation does not offer a specific configuration utility. In this paper, a configuration...
Proceedings Article

Wireless Data Acquisition from Bridge Monitoring

Baoshun Liu
This paper introduces composition of a system platform to collect data from a wireless monitoring bridge, develops software to receive data from monitoring bridge fixed with vibration sensors and temperature sensors. We use INV3020 made by Coinv(China Orient Institute of Noise & Vibration) as a lower-position...

Analysis of Graduate of Vocational Education is Associated with the Development of the Medan City Area

Fiqrida Amalia, Dwi Suyanto, H.B. Tarmizi
This study is intended as one of the studies on the development of vocational schools (SMK) in the Medan City area. Data collection techniques using documentation studies, namely documents containing data obtained from the Medan City Education Office and Medan City Statistics Center. Data analysis techniques...

Students' Perception on Teaching Minimalist Syntax (A Descriptive Analytic Study at One University in Karawang)

Kelik Wachyudi
In this research paper has a goal to explicate students’ perception on teaching English minimalist syntax theory. Thus, students enable to scrutinize simple sentencces by drawing tree diagram as manually or used online syntax tree generator in my interactional classroom by using of minimalist syntax...

Integrated Project Management Planning and Event Management in Service Industry

Achmad Hidayat Sutawidjaya, Lenny C. Nawangsari
Project failure is largely due to poor planning and monitoring. Many people consider event management to be a wedding planner or concert, but the field of event management involves more than that. Event management is the process of using business management and organizational skills to imagine, plan,...
Proceedings Article

The Study of Amine Nitrogen in Malt Sprouts Used as a Food Supplement

I.V. Smotraeva, P.E. Balanov, O.B. Ivanchenko, A.V. Fedorov
Taking care of health and harmonious development of the body are important aspects of lifestyle in modern society. Many functional products contribute to the prevention of various diseases. The raw material base for these products is most often the products of primary or advanced processing of agricultural...
Proceedings Article

Interaction of Energy Storage Technologies and Synthetic Fuels in Long-Term Decarbonization Scenarios

Diana Böttger, Christoph Kost, Daniel Wrede, Benjamin Lux, Tobias Fleiter, Benjamin Pfluger, Judith Heilig, Norman Gerhardt, Michael Haendel
With the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement, the international community has reaffirmed its commitment to tackle anthropogenic climate change with the goal of limiting the global average temperature increase below 1.5 °C, but to a maximum of 2 °C above pre-industrial levels. Against this background, we examine...
Proceedings Article

A SAAS-Based Solution to Improve the Emotion and Attention of Left-Behind and Workers’ Migrant Children

Yaping Shuai, Yuzheng Wang, Fei Luo
The mental health of left-behind and workers’ migrant children is attracting social attention. Although teacher-giving mindfulness courses have been evidenced to improve school children’s emotions and attention levels effectively, their implementation is facing challenges when teachers and funds lack...
Proceedings Article

Phytochemicals as Potential Drug Candidates for SARS Cov-2: An RDRp Based In-Silico Drug Designing

Christy Joy, Marria C. Cyriac
The global pandemic that the world is currently witnessing, COVID-19, even with vaccines available, the test positivity rate (TPR) tends to remain highly threatening. This research focuses on identifying phytochemicals, previously known for their broad-spectrum antiviral properties which can be potential...
Conference Abstract

P.025 INCREASED ARTERIAL STIFFNESS AMONGST HEALTHY SOUTH ASIANS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM IN THE ABSENCE OF RAISED BLOOD PRESSURE

A. Gunarathne, J.V. Patel, R. Potluri, R. Butt, B. Gammon, C. Boos, N. Panja, E.A. Hughes, G.Y.H. Lip
Pages: 58 - 58
Proceedings Article

Rainbow Connection Number of Shackle Graphs

M. Ali Hasan, Risma Yulina Wulandari, A.N.M. Salman
Let G be a simple, finite and connected graph. For a natural number k, we define an edge coloring c: E(G) → {1,2,…, k} where two adjacent edges can be colored the same. A u – v path (a path connecting two vertices u and v in V(G)) is called a rainbow path if no two edges of path receive the same color....

Democracy Crisis in Poetry Anthology “Yang Berguru pada Sajak” based on Fredric Jamesone Perspective

Muh. Zuhdy Hamzah, Fatmawati Fatmawati, Halimi Zuhdy, Abdul Basid
This research aims to elaborate the form of democracy crisis in anthology of poetry “Yang Berguru pada Sajak” based on the theories of Fredric Jamesone and to understand the causes and their consequences toward human. The type of this research is a qualitative descriptive. The primary data sources is...
Proceedings Article

The Analysis of Halal Assurance System Implementation (HAS 23000) in Fried chicken Flour Product: A Case study on XXX Brand

Nunuk Adiarni, Anisaa Fortunella
The number of halal certified products as recorded by the Directorate Generale of Islamic Religious Community guidance reached 60.76% of the total product in circulation. Muslim consumers with 85% of the total population of Indonesia required halal food guarantee. The order of eating in the Holy Al Qur'an...
Proceedings Article

Estimated the Requirements for Calcium and Phosphorus of Female Arab Chicken in Semi-Scavenging Systems in the Tropics

Syafwan, Yatno, Agus Budiansyah
The ability of chickens to retain calcium and phosphorus at high temperatures is low, so a lot of calcium and phosphorus is wasted through feces. This study aimed to calculate the calcium and phosphorus requirements of female Arab chicken until the first age of laying eggs in a semi-scavenging system...
Proceedings Article

Production of Bio-Pellet Briquettes From Coconut Shell Waste as Alternative Energy for Household Scale

Muhammad Yerizam, Muhammad Zaman, Taufiq Jauhari, Nur Yuli, Riwen Setiawan, Umaidella Affrilla
Biomass is a renewable energy material because it can be produced quickly however, biomass has the disadvantage of being burned directly because of its poor physical properties, such as low energy density, handling, storage and transportation problems. To improve the quality of biomass combustion, biomass...

Development of Learning Materials in E-Learning Courses with the Principles of Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning (CTML)

I Gde Wawan Sudatha, Ketut Pudjawan, Alexander H. Simamora
The objectives to be achieved in this development are as follows: 1) describe the process of developing learning materials in the E-Learning Development course in accordance with the principles of cognitive theory of multimedia learning, 2) describe the feasibility of learning materials for the E-Learning...
Proceedings Article

Phytochemical Screening and Total Antioxidant Capacity of Methanolic-Extract of Kembang Bokor Roots (Hydrangea Macrophylla)

Elizabeth, Eny Yulianti, David Limanan, Frans Ferdinal
Reactive oxygen species can cause damage to biological systems such as mutations, inhibit protein synthesis and even damage proteins. Excess free radicals will produce oxidative stress. Antioxidants are substances that play a role in preventing and repairing damage caused by oxidative stress. Antioxidants...
Proceedings Article

The Research of Sound Absorption Performance on Micro-Perforated Panel Absorb-er

M.Z. Sun, C. Yue, X.M. Zhang
This paper introduces the classical theory of MPA (micro-perforated panel absorb-er). Its sound absorption coefficient primarily related to these structure parameters. Based on the theory of MPA which is proposed by M, sound absorption performances are researched by using MATLAB. By this method, the...
Proceedings Article

Optimal Trajectory Tracking Control for Underwater Profiling Monitoring Vehicle

J. Yuan, C. Hui
The optimal trajectory-tracking control method for the underwater profiling monitoring vehicle (UPMV) is investigated. Firstly, the system dynamics of the UPMV is modelled and the quadratic performance index is chosen for considering the tracking control precision and energy consumption. The optimal...
Research Article

The effects of a growth hormone-releasing hormone antagonist and a gastrin-releasing peptide antagonist on intimal hyperplasia of the carotid artery after balloon injury in a diabetic rat model☆

John C. Moscona, Matthew N. Peters, Andrew V. Schally, Sudesh Srivastav, Patrice Delafontaine, Anand Irimpen
Pages: 56 - 64
Introduction: Arterial restenosis after angioplasty/stenting has hindered coronary artery disease treatment, especially in diabetics. We theorized that gastrin-releasing peptide (GRP) antagonists and growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) antagonists might decrease neointimal hyperplasia and restenosis...
Proceedings Article

The Prouction and Characterization of Kaempferia Galanga L. –Based Herb Powder: Blanching and Drying Procedure Influence on Proximate, Metal, and Microbial Contamination

Pirim Setiarso, Rusijono Rusijono, Samik Samik, Nita Kususmawati
This research was conducted to obtain the procedure for the production of herb powder based on Indonesian local Kaempferia galanga commodities which have proximate as well as metals and microbes contamination level that meet the requirements in the Indonesian National Standard (SNI) 01-3709-1995. Blanching...
Proceedings Article

Study on influence factors of laser welding crack sensitivity of austenite stainless steel

Haiyan Zhu, Ming Qin, Xudong Zhang
Investigation on the influence of chemical composition on the precipitation of -ferrite phase during solidification process with simulation method has been done in this study. Meanwhile, Fan-shaped laser beam welding method was used to verify the reliability of simulation results. The research results...

Low Economic Benefits of Fish as Source of Fish Albumin Besides Cork Fish

Nur Fatma, Mala Nurilmala, Metusalach, Nurfaidah, Nurpudji Astuti
The high intensity of use of cork fish (snakehead fish) to produce various products of fish albumin has put the natural stock of this fish species under a great pressure. Therefore, it is necessary to find alternative sources of fish albumin other than the cork fish. The purpose of this study was to...
Conference Abstract

5.1 MILD REDUCTION OF GLOMERULAR FILTRATION RATE IS ASSOCIATED WITH INCREASED SYSTEMIC VASCULAR RESISTANCE INDEPENDENT OF CHANGES IN CARDIAC AUTONOMIC TONE

Ilkka Porsti, Kati Vaaraniemi, Pauliina Kangas, Antti Tikkakoski, Jenni Koskela, Anna Tahvanainen, Arttu Eraranta, Jukka Mustonen
Pages: 56 - 57
Objective: Our aim was to evaluate the influence of mild impairment in kidney function on hemodynamics and cardiac autonomic tone. Methods: We studied 561 (50% male) normotensive and hypertensive subjects without kidney or other cardiovascular diseases or antihypertensive treatment. Supine and upright...
Proceedings Article

Effect of ultrasonic cavitation on the wetting and reaction of Al-Ti/C interface

Y.L. Li, L.Z. He, J.T. Zhao
Al-Ti-C alloy is a kind of fine refinement agent. However, the wetting of Al/C interface and TiC synthesis are the key technical problems to be solved in the preparation of Al-Ti-C grain refinement. In this paper, the acoustic cavitation effect was used to improve the wettability of Al-Ti/C interface,...
Proceedings Article

Study on Plane-section Assumption of New Composite T-shaped Concrete-filled Steel Tubular Columns

J. Huang, S.Q. Dai, J.Y. Xie, C. Wang
The linear regularity of the strain distribution about new composite T-shaped concrete-filled steel tubular columns on the multiple sections was analyzed by ABAQUS. The plane-section assumption of new composite T-shaped concrete-filled steel tubular columns was studied under the axial loading and lateral...
Proceedings Article

The Synthesis of 3,3'-dimethyl (p-guanidino) dicyclohexylmethane

Yongli Peng, Yajiao Zhang
The addition reaction was carried out under the acidic conditions using dicyandiamide and 3,3'-dimethyl-4,4'-diaminodicyclohexylmethane (DMDC) as raw materials to prepare 3,3'-dimethyl P-guanidino) dicyclohexylmethane. The effects of reaction temperature, reaction time and molar ratio of materials on...

Feasibility of R1270 as an Alternative Refrigerant to Replace R134a in Refrigerator

Kamin Sumardi, Devinda Naufal, Muhammad Farhan Maulana, Ega Taqwali Berman
This study aims to determine the feasibility of R1270 as an alternative refrigerant to replace R134a in the refrigerator. The test is carried out on a showcase refrigerator with a volume capacity of 210 liters. The research method used experiment with drop in substituted refrigerant technique. In the...

Teachers Sustainable Professional Development (SPD) in Indonesia

Aris Munandar, Ucu Cahyana, Budiaman, Suhardjo, Darsep, Nandi Kurniawan
This study aims to find out Sustainable Professional Development (SPD) of the teachers after they are certified related to demographic factors which are analysed in two regions: Jakarta (capital city) and Lampung (province). A survey is conducted as the method. The population is the certified teachers...
Proceedings Article

Combination of Jamblang Leaf Extract (Syzygium cumini) and Vitamin C Increased Albumin and Decreased Bilirubin Serum Level on Lead Acetate Induced Rats

Rauza Sukma Rita, Endrinaldi, Tofrizal
Oxidative stress from lead acetate can impair organ function. Antioxidants, which can be obtained from plants like Syzigium cumini, are necessary to counter oxidative stress. This study aimed to analyze the effect of the combination of jamblang leaf extract and vitamin C on serum albumin and bilirubin...

The Effect of Service Convenience on Customer Satisfaction, Repurchase Intention, and Word of Mouth at Esthetic Rosereve

C. Catur Widayati, Hendra Wiyanto, Wahyuniati
This study aims to determine the effect of service convenience on customer satisfaction, repurchase intention and word of mouth at Esthetic Rosereve Jakarta. The population in this study are Esthetic Rosereve Jakarta customers who have been customers since 2015 and the population is not limited. In this...

Crossing Gender Boundaries: An Analysis of Representation, Social Roles, And Feminist Perspectives in Su Zhexian’s Film “野夏天” (Summer)

Jihan A. Faatihah, Alia J. C. Nazila, Venna Tanujaya, Normalita D. Aryani, Muhammad F. Masrur
This study examines the portrayal of gender in the media, specifically focusing on the use of language by Wu Youli in Su Zhexian’s film “野夏天” (Summer). The objective is to analyze how the representation of gender and societal rolesin the film aligns with feminist perspectives. Additionally, the study...

Automated Processing of Multiple-Brightness Peak Histogram Image Using Curvature and Variance Estimation

Yusuke Kawakami, Tetsuo Hattori, Yoshiro Imai, Yo Horikawa, Kazuaki Ando, R. P. C. Janaka Rajapakse
Pages: 55 - 60
Previously, we have illustrated that the Histogram Matching based on Gaussian Distribution (HMGD) is an effective automated image processing method for obtaining a better feeling impression image. However, the simple HMGD works only for the image whose histogram has just one peak. For the image whose...
Proceedings Article

Needleless electrospinning of PEO nanofiber mats

T. Grothe, C. Großerhode, T. Hauser, P. Kern, K. Stute, A. Ehrmann
Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is used in a variety of applications, from medicine and pharmaceutics to green wood stabilization to skin creams and toothpaste. PEG is often used as coating or supplement for fibres created from other materials or spun as composite fibre in combination with other materials,...