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The association between serum estradiol levels and sperm DNA integrity.

In men from the general population, BMI has been associated with a lower sperm DNA fragmentation index (DFI). We wondered whether this could be due to estradiol, which is associated with BMI and reported important for sperm function. Our objective was to investigate the association between estradiol and DFI. In 2008-2010, we recruited 284 young men from the general population to deliver samples of semen and blood and answer questionnaires. Serum concentrations of reproductive hormones and DFI were analyzed, the latter using the Sperm Chromatin Structure Assay. Associations were studied using general linear models. The first model utilized metric values of estradiol, whereas the second model compared men with high and low levels, dichotomized by the median value. A possible interaction between estradiol and testosterone was also examined. When investigating metric estradiol levels and DFI, an inverse association was seen without adjustments (p= .02), but the statistical significance was lost at adjustments for potential confounders (p= .08). Men with lower estradiol levels (<88 pmol/L, mean 71 pmol/L) had a statistically significantly higher DFI than men with higher levels of estradiol (≥88 pmol/L, mean 110 pmol/L). Mean ratio difference was 1.21 (p= .002) without adjustments and 1.18 (p= .01) with adjustments. A statistically significant difference in DFI was observed in men with testosterone levels below median when comparing high and low estradiol (p< .001). This study supports the idea that serum estradiol levels are protective for sperm DNA integrity, at least at lower testosterone levels.

Digitally supported rheumatological screening consultation : How useful is a questionnaire scoring system (RhePort)?

Regarding scarce capacities an early detection consultation (EDC) was established to discriminate patients in an outpatient setting with inflammatory from non-inflammatory rheumatic diseases. A total of 500patients suspected of having a rheumatic disease received an appointment within 2weeks. They were interviewed with the help of adigital questionnaire (RhePort), briefly physically examined followed by adetermination of CRP. The questionnaire answers were scored using an algorithm within RhePort (from 0 = non-inflammatory to 4 = highly probably inflammatory). Likewise, after completion of the EDC, the rheumatologists scored the overall assessment. The RhePort score and EDC score were compared with the "true" diagnosis made in adetailed second examination after an average of 10weeks. In 490 evaluable patients 133 inflammatory (27%) and 357 noninflammatory rheumatic diseases (73%) were diagnosed. Aclassification based solely on the RhePort questionnaire (score > 1) identified 103 out of 129 as inflammatory (sens. 80%) and 125 out of 355 as non-inflammatory (spec. 35%) resulting in an AUC of 0.62 after ROC analysis. With ascore > 1, the rheumatological assessment after EDC classified 130 out of 133patients as inflammatory (sensitivity 98%) and 261 out of 357 as non-inflammatory (specificity 73%). The combined EDC can decisively increase the sensitivity and specificity compared to an "automated" survey by means of adigital questionnaire alone. In addition to the early identification and treatment of inflammatory patients, rapid identification of patients who are not in need of rheumatological treatment can create capacities for care.

ANALISIS PENGARUH PERSEPSI HARGA, CITRA MEREK, DAN KUALITAS PRODUK TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN

The beauty product industry is currently growing. The emergence of various beauty product brands requires the Scarlet company to have a strategy in facing market competition. The purpose of the study was to determine the effect of price perception, brand image and product quality on Scarlett's purchasing decisions. Data was collected by filling out questionnaire answers to 100 consumers who had used Scarlett products. Data were analyzed by PLS SEM and samples were taken using non-probability sampling method. The findings show that the variables of price perception, brand image and product quality have a direct effect on purchasing decisions. Product quality variable has a direct impact on brand image, but price perception does not have a direct impact on brand image. The brand image variable mediates the connection of product quality on purchasing decisions, but brand image does not mediate the relationship between price perceptions and purchasing.

가정 내 음식물쓰레기 감축 행동 결정 요인에 대한 연구

As the problem of environmental pollution and resource misuse caused by food supply chain has emerged, households’ food consumption behavior has increasingly gained attention. While research on pro-environmental consumption behavior has actively conducted, there are few domestic studies have focused on household food waste behavior. Thus this study aims to analyze the effects of domestic consumers’ intention to reduce food waste(IRFW) and shopping habits on food waste reduction behavior(FWRB) using the theory of planned behavior. For the study, an empirical analysis was conducted based on 275 valid questionnaire answers. SPSS 23.0 and AMOS 23.0 were used to analyze the reliability and validity of the collected data and to perform hypothesis verification. The research results are as follows. First, attitude, subjective norm and perceived behavioral control had a significant positive effect on IRFW. Second, it was found that IRFW had a significant positive effect on FWRB. Third, it was found that attitude and perceived behavioral control had a significant positive effect on shopping habits. Fourth, shopping habits had a significant positive effect on FWRB. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that IRFW and shopping habits can lead to the practice of FWRB. Therefore, social campaigns and educational policy proposals that can promote FWRB at home to improve environmental problems were presented in the conclusion.

Competency Evaluation and Performance Training against Merdeka Belajar Curriculum among Kindergarten Teachers

After the pandemic, there have been various controversies in the world of education, namely that there are institutions that are ready or not for the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum. These considerations range from skill preparation and teacher training, to teacher performance. Teacher training activities are still few, and teaching skills are not paid attention to, so teacher performance is less than optimal. So it is very necessary for educational institutions to first evaluate the human resources of teachers, before taking the curriculum policy initiated by the Ministry of Education and Culture. Especially for Kindergarten institutions, which are a necessary basis for children's education. It is so important to study more deeply, so this study aims to determine the evaluation of teacher competence and performance training on the readiness of the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum at Kindergarten As Sa'adah Yogyakarta. Thee research method used is quantitative, with 12 kindergarten teachers as participants. While the data collection techniques with questionnaires, observation sheets, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis technique used quantitative descriptive analysis, namely collecting data, processing data, and describing the percentage of questionnaire answers from participants. The results showed that the Kindergarten As Sa'adah Yogyakarta teachers, from the aspect of competence (78%), and performance (77%) were ready for the implementation of the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum, but not yet ready for the training aspect (68%), and the readiness of the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum (72%). So that the implementation of the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum in Kindergarten As Sa'adah Yogyakarta must be reconsidered because teacher training is not yet mature.

Pengembangan LKPD Berbasis Problem Based Learning Melalui Video Interaktif Berbantuan Google Site Untuk Menstimulasi Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis

Abstract : The purpose of this research is to produce economics teaching materials in PBL financial services institution through interactive videos assisted by google site that are valid, pratical, and can stimulate critical thinking skills. The development model used is 4D, which consists of several stages: definition, design, development and deployment, but development is done up to the product development stage. The subjects of the study were students of class X IPS 1 SMA Negeri 16 Surabaya. The validity of this study lies in the materials, questions and media validation results used to determine the feasibility of the product. Instead, research methods of student survey results are used to determine the usefulness of a product and student response results are used to stimulate students ’critical thinking skills. The results showed that the LKPD developed was valid based on materials, questions and media validators, with high results in the “highly efficient” category. And the practicality of the student answer questionnaire, which gave high results in the category of "very practical". On the other hand, the results of student responses showed high values in the “High” category. The developed LKPD is available to stimulate students' critical thinking skills. Keywords : Student Worksheets, problem-based learning, Interactive Videos, Critical Thinking

Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Minat Nasabah Dalam Menggunakan Mobile Banking Pada PT. Bank Syariah Indonesia, TBK KCP Stabat

The research aims to find out the factors that affect customer interest in using mobile banking on PT. Bank Syariah Indonesia, Tbk KCP Stabat. The type of research conducted is quantitative research. This research data source was obtained from questionnaire answers given by research reponden, namely customers who use mobile banking services at PT. Bank Syariah Indonesia, Tbk KCP Stabat. The results showed that partial Security (X1) affected customer interest in using mobile banking (Y) in PT. Bank Syariah Indonesia, Tbk KCP Stabat. Partial Accuracy (X2) affects Customer Interests Using Mobile Banking (Y) on PT. Bank Syariah Indonesia, Tbk KCP Stabat. Simultaneously Security (X1) and Accuracy (X2) affect customer interest using Mobile Banking (Y) on PT. Bank Syariah Indonesia, Tbk KCP Stabat. Security (X1) and Accuracy (X2) affect Customer Interests Using Mobile Banking (Y) on PT. Bank Syariah indonesia, Tbk KCP Stabat by 74%. There is a positive or in line relationship between security and accuracy of customer interests using mobile banking at PT. Bank Syariah Indonesia, Tbk KCP Stabat.

COMMUNICATION OF TEACHERS AND STUDENTS IN LEARNING DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AT SMP N 1 LAUBALENG

This study aims to determine the communication of teachers and students in learning in a virtual classroom at SMP N 1 Laubaleng. The Covid-19 pandemic of course makes us limit all interactions and also maintain distance between each other, even communication is hampered, including communication between teachers and students at SMP N 1 Laubaleng. This research uses quantitative research with descriptive format. In analyzing the data, the writer uses techniques, namely, data collection techniques, namely observation, documentation and interviews. This interview as supporting data for the main data of the SPSS test from the results of the questionnaire answers that have been distributed to students. In this study, primary data was obtained through filling out a questionnaire by 101 students studying social studies at SMP N 1 Laubaleng. In this study there are 2 variables, namely: Free Variable, namely Online Learning (X) and Bound Variable, namely Student Learning Achievement (Y). The results showed that, the communication between teachers and students of SMP N 1 Laubaleng was in the medium category. Student learning activities in social studies subjects are also in the medium category. In addition, there is a significant positive effect between teacher and student communication on student learning behavior.

Investigation of Student Satisfaction with the Implementation of Learning Models in the Midst of a Pandemic Condition

This study aims to determine students' perceptions of the physics learning model applied by teachers in one of the high schools in Jambi City. The subjects in this study were SMA 9 Jambi City with a total sample of 15 students from classes XI and XII IPA. To find out students' perceptions of the physics learning model applied by the teacher, students were given an online questionnaire. Then the results of the student questionnaire answers were analyzed descriptively. From the results of the analysis, it can be concluded that students' perceptions of physics lessons are positive, especially in the midst of the Pandemic condition

Knowledge, attitudes and practices related to Taenia solium cysticercosis and taeniasis in Tanzania

BackgroundTaenia solium cysticercosis/taeniasis (TSCT) is reported to be endemic in pig producing areas around the world, causing significant disease burden and economic losses.MethodsThis cross-sectional study aimed at assessing Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) regarding TSCT in four districts, namely Mbulu, Mpwapwa, Mbinga, and Rungwe in Tanzania. Data on KAP were collected through questionnaire-based interviews and household infrastructure observations.ResultsKnowledge about porcine cysticercosis was good, particularly among pig keepers across the districts. Many participants had heard about the pork tapeworm (T. solium taeniasis), and the knowledge about signs/symptoms and treatment was fair, but the means of transmission and prevention measures were often unknown. Whilst most participants were familiar with epilepsy, no one knew anything about human cysticercosis and the link between cysticercosis and epileptic seizures. A similar trend is reflected through the attitudes toward the low risk perception of cysticercosis infection. Not surprisingly, the risk perception of the infection with the pork tapeworm was low too. Many participants reported not washing their hands before eating or after using the toilet which highlights potential risks for the development of human cysticercosis. Albeit nearly every participant reported using the toilet always, household observations revealed that toilets were either lacking or had no complete walls. Generally, household observations revealed a discrepancy between questionnaire answers on the one hand and the availability of toilet and handwashing facilities and the confinement of pigs on the other hand.ConclusionThis study demonstrates knowledge gaps and adverse practices which may hinder and/or slow down the control/elimination of T. solium in endemic countries. The study results are also useful for appropriate designing of TSCT health interventions that need to be planned carefully, taking into account the local context and designing TSCT in partnership with the local communities from the beginning to the end applying a One Health approach to allow the possible sustained and best impacts.Graphical

Raspberry Pi based Smart Classroom Architecture with Local Network

Classrooms are important building blocks of a school campus. Therefore, a feasible architecture for building and running smart classrooms is essential. Today all online education system is based on the browser/server structure or client/server structure and for this system required the computer to every student. As the number of student increases cost of education also increases. In small schools and institutes could not able to afford a computer to every student. Instead, we aim to design an embedded device with only one master computer and number of slave units. Raspberry Pi has the capability of being configured as an access point and as a web server, so it can be used for creating applications reachable from mobile devices without needing an Internet connection. The proposal is based on the possibility for students to Answer questionnaires from their mobile devices. The teacher can observe answers in real time. This solution adds dynamism integrating the existing mobile devices in the classroom. It eliminates the use of computers or laptops to each student which reduces size and cost of the project. Programming language used in this project would be HTML alongwith Python, Operating System will be Raspbian and Questionnaire Software will be Node-Red. This paper explains the proposal features in terms of used hardware and software, as well as the functional tests performed and their implementation allowing replication.

Classroom Management in Applying Android Applications as Learning Media in Online Learning: EFL Students’ Perceptions

English pronunciation should be taught effectively during pandemic in online learning. In classroom management, android application as learning media is one of the solutions in classroom management to help the learners practice pronunciation in English Phonology class. This study can help teachers evaluate classroom management for future learning in EFL during the Covid-19 pandemic for English pronunciation issues more accurately than before. This study aims at investigating EFL students’ perception of classroom management in online learning in the English pronunciation class during the covid-19 pandemic by applying android application as learning media. The method of the research was descriptively quantitative. The sample of this research was 34 students. The instrument for this research was a set of questionnaire of 20 questions delivering to the students by Google form. After getting the data based on the students’ answer in questionnaire, the data was analysed. The data analyzed by counting the percentage of each option of four, and give description on it. The result of the research stated that the students’ perception about classroom management in applying android application as learning in online learning was very helpful since it supported the students’ learning while using android application. However, only a few student was saying not helping them because this application only available in android mobile phone not in the IOS. The conclusion of the research was the students’ perception in classroom management in online learning was helpful themselves to learn English pronunciation by applying android application.

Elementary School Students' Mathematical Process Skills in Gender Perspective

According to PISA, the literacy rate of Indonesian students is very far behind that of other countries. It makes the ability of Indonesian students to process science far behind other countries. This study aims to analyze the differences in the process skills of male and female students in public elementary schools and private madrasah Ibtidaiyah. This study uses a type of quantitative survey method. This research was conducted in two public elementary schools (SDN) and two private Ibtidaiyah schools (MIS). The population of this study amounted to 35 people per class. The instrument in this research is process skills (PS). The methods used in collecting data are surveys and questionnaires. The students' questionnaire answers on PS were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results of the study were that there were significant differences in process skills between male and female students in private madrasah ibtidaiyah. This research will have an impact on explaining the level of difference in process skills between male and female students in public and private schools.

Comorbility symptoms in AHDH adult patients

IntroductionAdults may continue suffering AHDH symptoms after this condition is recognized and typified in children. Different works provide evidence that adults have an even more complicated variety of psychiatric disorders than children, as an increased risk of problems stemming from substance abuse, depression, anxiety, increased risk of traffic accidents, and also sexual transmission diseases.ObjectivesThere was known that adults could continue suffering symptoms derived from his infantile ADHD. We wonder if the majority of the young males derived to our consultation present compatible symptoms with adult ADHD. This condition promotes the onset of substance use and may lead to latent psychosis onset.MethodsWe analyzed 39 patients derived by suspicion of psychiatric pathology, aged between 17 and 35. They stem to clinical psychology for study of features of personality (Million Questionnaire). Another questionnaire was used also autoapplied for sifted of the ADHD in adults (ASRS_V1:1). According to the criteria DSM-IV TR, the patient had moderate symptoms of ADHD if it was fulfilling 6 or more diagnostic criteria according to their answers in the screening questionnaire.ResultsThe results supported the existence of impulsivity, aggression, irritability, problems with compliance and substance abuse.ConclusionsADHD is not only a problem of distractibility or worry, but a deeper and extensive alteration caused by the deterioration of a set of cerebral activities. An early treatment in the childhood could prevent devastating consequences for their development, since they include the majority of the functional areas of the patient and it impedes their later social and labor adjustment.DisclosureNo significant relationships.

Banks retail clients' profiles and the gender gap in subjective financial literacy of spouses

AbstractThis article examines the gender gap in subjective financial literacy of retail clients of a large commercial bank in Europe. Under the European regulatory context (MiFID), clients of banks and financial institutions have to complete risk‐profiling questionnaires; these data are especially useful for financial advisors. Using a database of banking records and MiFID questionnaire answers of more than 50,000 retail clients, we find that the gender gap in subjective financial literacy is significantly higher for individuals living as part of a couple. We consider 7,382 dual‐income couples with matched‐partner data and find some heterogeneity in their gender gap in subjective financial literacy. We identify the couple characteristics that explain either a classical (i.e., women exhibit a significantly lower self‐assessed financial knowledge than men) or an inverse gap and point out that subjective financial literacy of spouses is related to their financial management styles.

An Analysis of the Impact of Promotion Strategies on Buying Decision and Buying Amount on Dunkin' Donuts Jambi

This study aims to determine the characteristics of Dunkin' Donuts consumers in Jambi City and analyze the impact of promotional strategies on buying decisions and purchase quantities at Dunkin' Donuts Jambi City. This study uses primary data obtained from the results of questionnaire answers from respondents to find out the reasons for consumers to decide to buy at Dunkin' Donuts, Jambi City. The number of samples in this study were 95 respondents by using purposive sampling technique. Analysis of the data used is descriptive quantitative analysis to describe the characteristics of consumers and chi-square test to determine the impact of promotional strategies with buying decisions and the amount of promotion. Based on the results of the analysis, it was found that the characteristics of the majority of respondents based on gender were women, based on the age of 21-22 years, based on semester level was 6 and based on purchase intensity was 1 time in 1 month. The results of the chi-square test indicate that promotional media have a positive and significant impact on buying decisions (X2 count 3.470 &gt; X2 table 2.7326) and promotional media have a positive and significant impact on the buying amount (X2 count 12.1992 &gt; X2 table 5,2260). Keywords: Buying Amount, Buying Decision, Promotion Strategies

Prevalence of Potential Essential Tremor Cases in Turkish Adolescents According to The WHIGET Classification.

ObjectiveEssential tremor is the most common movement disorder diagnosed during adolescence. However, there are insufficient data about its prevalence among adolescents. This study aims to determine the prevalence of potential essential tremor cases in Turkish adolescents.Materials and Methods This cross-sectional study was carried out in Istanbul, Turkey. A total of 5 high schools were visited. In the first step, the authors provided 5559 students (aged 14-18) with clinical information about tremors and essential tremors in their classrooms. After that, a 12-item questionnaire filled by adolescents and parental consent forms were collected. The response rate was 78% (n = 4330). According to the questionnaire answers, adolescents who complained of experiencing tremors in any part of their body were clinically evaluated in the second step of the study. Lastly, a neurological examination to classify essential tremors based on the Washington Heights Inwood Genetic Study of Essential Tremor (1998) diagnostic criteria was conducted by a specialist.ResultsThe prevalence of tremor in the respondents aged 14-18 (median = 15) years was 1.2 % (n = 52/4330), and the prevalence of essential tremor was 0.41% (n = 18/4330). Male to female ratio for essential tremor was 5 : 1 (male = 15 and female = 1). Essential tremor cases were subclassified as following: 10 (55.5%) definite essential tremor, 3 (16.6%) probable essential tremor, and 5 (27.7%) possible essential tremor.ConclusionThe data support the claim that essential tremor is a prevalent movement disorder in Turkish adolescents.

Cultural perspectives on the Hopewell Rocks: Investigating community values in a geotourism context

Our research explores human connections to shoreline rock formations at Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park, New Brunswick, and the ways in which people experience the site. The Hopewell Rocks are a group of sea stacks and arches on the shore of the Bay of Fundy that are visited by more than 250,000 geotourists annually. One of these formations, Elephant Rock, is well known in the province as it is featured on the New Brunswick health card.&#x0D; Sea stacks are freestanding columns of rock created by shoreline erosion. These striking formations are dramatic and mysterious; many are consequently popular tourist destinations worldwide. Sea stacks are unstable by nature and visiting them poses some risk. This research represents an initial attempt to formally characterize the perceptions, beliefs, and connections that humans hold to these rock formations.&#x0D; This study involves a publicly advertised research survey and interview series to collect quantitative and qualitative data, reaching beyond a single research method to capture a comprehensive result. The survey is a multiple-choice and short answer questionnaire administered through Qualtrics, an online survey platform, which covers topics of connection to the land, safety, aesthetics, and education. We received 248 survey responses that present diverse perspectives ranging from the pragmatic to the spiritual. Preliminary data analysis shows support for the idea that New Brunswickers have a strong positive connection to the Hopewell Rocks. The results of this study will inform future related research on evaluating the risk to public safety posed by geotourism at this and similar sites.

Pengaruh Sistem Pengendalian Internal, Kompetensi Aparatur Pengelola Dana Desa, dan Sistem Keuangan Desa Terhadap Akuntabilitas Pengelolaan Dana Desa Se-Kecamatan Petang

The goals of this study is to determine the effecst of the Internal Control System, Competence of the Village Fund Management Apparatus and the Village Financial System on the Accountability of Village Fund Management throughout the District off Petang. This study use primary data in the form of questionnaire answers. The samples studied in this study were 56 respondents from 7 Village Offices. Determination of the sample using purposive sampling method. Analysis technique that used in this case is multiple linear regression. Based on the result of the analysis, it can be concluded that village financial system has an effect on accountability of village fund management while the internal control system and competence of the village fund management apparatus have no effect on village and management accountability

P301 Patient reported outcome measure for giant cell arteritis: clinical testing

Abstract Background/Aims Giant cell arteritis (GCA) presents in people over 50, with headaches, visual involvement and large vessel vasculitis. A 30-item GCA-specific patient reported outcome measure (GCA PRO) was developed and tested in a clinical setting to pilot its feasibility and acceptability to patients and clinicians as a communication tool. Methods Patients seen in rheumatology or ophthalmology departments in Bristol and Leeds completed the GCA PRO prior to their consultation. Items referred to patients’ health-related quality of life over the past 7 days. Clinicians were given a copy of patients’ responses and a summary sheet highlighting overall scores which they referred to during the consultation. After the appointment, patients and clinicians completed short answer questionnaire (SAQ) plus free-text feedback forms reporting on the experience of use of the GCA PRO within the consultation. Results The GCA PRO was piloted during 16 clinic appointments. 16 patients, mean age (SD) of 74.7 (7.0), 11 (68.8%) female, 7 (43.8%) active disease and 5 (31.3%) with ocular involvement took part. Seven clinicians participated - 5 rheumatologists and 2 ophthalmologists. 87% percent of patients agreed that the GCA PRO had helped them to explain their condition; clinicians agreed that the GCA PRO had helped them to understand the patient’s condition 88% of the time (Table 1). Clinicians noted that “it was easier for the patient to convey his anxiety and feelings towards the disease and treatment” and that the GCA PRO “indirectly helped via prompting discussion of patient’s anxieties and worries”. However, they were more equivocal on its impact on decision making: “management plan was informed by symptoms, bloods and stage of illness”. Patients commented that “it helped us to plan how to manage my GCA based on my answers”, and that “the questions seemed relevant and it was helpful to me to be able to think about them before the appointment”. Conclusion The GCA-PRO was found to be an acceptable tool for use in clinic by patients and clinicians, especially in terms of explaining and understanding the patient’s condition. Disclosure C. Almeida: None. C. Guly: None. S. Mackie: Honoraria; Sept 2021: Roche/Chugai payment to my institution for delivering a talk on giant cell arteritis at an educational day. Grants/research support; MRC Confidence in Concept scheme, 2021 to develop early diagnosis methods for giant cell arteritis, 2018: MRC Proximity to Discovery: Protein biomarkers for polymyalgia rheumatica and giant cell arteritis. (PI: Morgan, University of Leeds), 2019: Roche: giant cell arteritis tocilizumab registry (PI: Morgan, University of Leeds). Other; Site Sub-Investigator on clinical trial in giant cell arteritis for Roche, Site Principal Investigator on clinical trial in giant cell arteritis for GSK, Site Principal Investigator and UK Chief Investigator on clinical trials (giant cell arteritis and polymyalgia rheumatica) for Sanofi. A. Bromhead: None. S. Stern: None. E. Dures: None. J. Dawson: None. M. Ndosi: None. R. Greenwood: None. J.C. Robson: None.