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Investigation Into Natural Gas As An Alternative Fuel For Automotive Applications In Sri Lanka, D. C. Jayasekara, Y. C. Samarawickrama

Journal of Innovation in Science, Engineering and Technology

Since recent past world researchers are in a quest to find the best possible alternative fuel to cater for the uprising global energy demand and to find a solution for the most threatening issue of 21st century, Global warming. In these circumstances, natural gas can play a vital role since it is considered as the cleanest fossil fuel which consists of high energy conversion efficiencies. This paper will investigate extensively, the usage of natural gas as an alternative fuel in both spark-ignition and compressed-ignition engines and will further discuss, why it is a promising alternative fuel for automotive applications in …

General Design Procedure For Free And Open-Source Hardware For Scientific Equipment, Shane W. Oberloier, Joshua M. Pearce

Department of Materials Science and Engineering Publications

Distributed digital manufacturing of free and open-source scientific hardware (FOSH) used for scientific experiments has been shown to in general reduce the costs of scientific hardware by 90–99%. In part due to these cost savings, the manufacturing of scientific equipment is beginning to move away from a central paradigm of purchasing proprietary equipment to one in which scientists themselves download open-source designs, fabricate components with digital manufacturing technology, and then assemble the equipment themselves. This trend introduces a need for new formal design procedures that designers can follow when targeting this scientific audience. This study provides five steps in the …

The Association Between Periodontal Conditions And Serum Lipids Among Elderly Participants In Gadjah Mada Medical Centre, Yogyakarta, Elastria Widita, Lisdrianto Hanindriyo, Rini Widyaningrum, Bambang Priyono, Dewi Agustina

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Prevention of cardiovascular diseases by controlling risk factors at an early stage is very important. Objective: To determine the relationship between periodontal conditions with serum lipids among the elderly. Methods: Total of 78 participants (56 males and 32 females) who were in the age range of 60-76 years were selected for the current study. A logistic regression analysis was used to evaluate the association between periodontal conditions and serum lipid profile. Periodontal conditions was recorded as the maximum score of pocket depth (PD) and loss of attachment (LoA) score which presented in the participants, while levels of total cholesterol (TC), …

Effect Of Zoocin A On Growth Of The Biofilm Producing Cariogenic Oral Bacteria, Zohreh Zamanian, Nahid Arian Pour

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Zoocin A has a potential antibacterial properties and its use as an anti-cariogenic agent needs to be explored Objective: Dental caries is an infectious disease, caused mainly by mutans streptococci (MS). The aim of the present study is to evaluate the antimicrobial effect of zoocin A on the biofilm producing cariogenic oral bacteria compared with antibiotics. Methods: The samples were collected from dental caries and plaques of 130 cases referring to eight government dental clinics of Hamedan- Iran for treatment. The isolated bacteria were identified on the basis of morphological, biochemical and molecular methods. The antimicrobial effects of the zoocin …

The Use Of Cad/Cam Trial Pattern For Facial Prosthesis Fabrication Of A Maxillofacial Patient With Large Defect, Yenny Pragustine, Nina Ariani

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Treatment of maxillofacial patients needs a multidisciplinary approach of several expertise based on the complexity of the case. Prosthodontists often work together with e.g. ENT, oral or plastic surgeons to provide patient with better prosthesis and optimum treatment. Case report: A 55 years old male was referred to Dental Teaching Hospital of Universitas Indonesia for facial prosthesis fabrication. Patient had undergone squamous cell carcinoma ablation surgery that encompassed nose, cheek, sinuses, upper lip and most of the hard palate. Due to the extensive nature of the defect, Department of Prosthodontics collaborated with Department of Biomedical Engineering to employ 3D printing …

Antibacterial Activities Of Glycyrrhiza Gabra Linn. (Licorice) Root Extract Against Porphyromonas Gingivalis Rand Its Inhibitory Effects On Cysteine Proteases And Biofilms, Suttipalin Suwannakul, Plykaeow Chaibenjawong

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Little is known about the antibacterial activity of licorice root extract. Objective: To investigate the antimicrobial and anti-proteolytic activities of root extract on Porphyromonas gingivalis in both planktonics and biofilm cells. Methods: Glycyrrhiza glabra (G. glabra) roots were extracted by 95% ethanol freeze dried and kept at -20˚C prior experiments. P.gingvalis (ATCC 33277) were cultured and used for experiments. Determination of antibacterial activities of G.glabra extracts (lico rice) against P.gingvalis planktonic the MIC and MBC were evaluated by agar well diffusion, broth microdilution, and time-killing methods. The crystal violet assay was used to assess the biofilm growth inhibition and the …

Mandibular Two Mini Implants Overdenture Using Magnetic Attachments: A Case Report, Anna Miyayasu, Manabu Kanazawa, Mari Asami, Vo Lam Thuy, Khaing Myat Thu, Ryo Shimada, Shunsuke Minakuchi

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Many patients with an edentulous mandible struggle to use complete dentures. The instability of such dentures, caused by the lack of retention, often causes discomfort, as well as functional and psychosocial problems, which can be significantly improved using implant overdentures with retentive attachments. This case report describes a successful case of a mandibular implant overdenture using two mini implants and magnetic attachments for an elderly edentulous patient. Case Report: A 62-year-old female with a thin mandibular bone ridge presented with complaints of pain caused by an unstable and unretentive complete mandibular denture. This patient received two mini implants (diameter: 2.6 …

Myoepithelioma Of The Palate: A Case Report, Tetsuro Morikawa, Durga Paudel, Aya Onishi, Daichi Hiraki, Bhoj Raj Adhikari, Puja Neopane, Fumiya Harada, Masafumi Utsunomiya, Koki Yoshida, Jun Sato, Michiko Nishimura, Yoshihiro Abiko

Journal of Dentistry Indonesia

Myoepithelioma, a benign tumor, occurs with a frequency of 1.5% among all salivary gland tumors, and it most commonly affects the parotid gland. Nearly the entire epithelium is composed of neoplastic myoepithelial cells exhibiting spindle, plasmacytic, epithelial-like, and clear cells. Case Report: A 52-year-old woman with myoepithelioma of the palate. The patient was referred to our hospital with a chief complaint of swelling on the right side of the palate. Following clinical and intraoral examinations, the tumor was removed under general anesthesia. Viewed microscopically, the tumor was seen to be surrounded by a fibrous membrane, primarily composed of a solid …

Irene Griffin Parrish

African American Funeral Programs

Funeral Program for Irene Griffin Parrish on Dec. 30, 2017 at Sams Creek Missionary Baptist Church

Molecular Characterization Of Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella Pneumoniaeand Escherichia Coliharbouring Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamases Andcarbapenemases Genes At A Tertiary Hospital, Kenya, Daniel Maina, Gunturu Revathi, Andrew C. Whitelaw

Pathology, East Africa

Background: Multidrug-resistant (MDR) Gram negative rods are increasingly being reported in sub-Saharan Africa. Molecular investigations play an important role, alongside other measures, in controlling nosocomial infections attributed to these organisms.

This study aimed to determine the common extended spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBL) and carbapenemases genes, and clonal relationship in MDR Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli.

Methods: Fifty-four MDR isolates collected at the Aga Khan University hospital, Nairobi in the month of August 2012 formed the study. These were picked after an increase in the number of resistant strains during the said period was experienced.

Results: blaCTXM was present in 41 (74%) …

Training Bobath Methods Better Than Feldenkrais Methods To Improve Of Balance Among Post Stroke Patients, Adhitya Denny Pratama

Jurnal Vokasi Indonesia

Stroke is a disease affecting of brain that causes suddenly neurological dysfunction. Stroke can cause damage to brain tissue and clinically in a relatively long period of time and is the most common cause of physical disability such as decreased in the balance. This study aims to determine how much of an increase balance in patients with post stroke after being given Bobath training and Feldenkrais training. This study was an experimental with pretest-posttest group design conducted at Sasana Husada Stroke service and Karmel Stroke Service, in March-April 2015. This study used 14 subject of post stroke patients randomly divided …

Lung Function Disturbance Based On Student Characteristic In Surabaya Dental Laboratory, Eny Inayati, Sonya Harwasih, Sri Redjeki Indiani

Jurnal Vokasi Indonesia

The dental technician program of Airlangga University teaches and trains aspiring dental technicians. During three years of study, students manufacture dental prostheses such as cobalt chromium coping and acrylic dentures and perform other procedures, such as crown and bridge restoration. However, the use of dental prostheses material might cause respiratory diseases, skin problems, and neurotoxicity. Few respiratory diseases have been reported related to the occupation of dental technician, and epidemiology studies have shown high prevalence of pneumoconiosis linked with exposure duration. Lung function disturbance severity in dental laboratories is affected by some factors, such as the characteristics of workers in …

Effectiveness Meniran ( Phyllanthus Niruri Linn ) As Immunomodulation Onlymphocyte Of Broiler Infected With Enterotoxin Escherichia Coli Resistant Antibiotics, Retno Sri Wahjuni, Emy Koestanti Sabdoningrum, Sri Hidanah

Jurnal Vokasi Indonesia

Enterotoxin Escherichia coli resistant to antibiotics on broiler. The used of antibiotics should be re- evaluated, as well as over Escherichia coli enterotoxin. Plants meniran (Phyllanthus niruri Linn) is a plant that can be used as an alternative prevention and treatment of diseases caused by Escherichia coli enterotoxin. In this research, broilers at the age of 23 days were divided into six groups. Two groups are positive control was infected by Escherichia coli and negative control was not infected by Escherichia coli. Three groups are extract of Phyllanthus niruri Linn. plant that variety in three dosage: 20%, 25%, 30% and …

The Effect Of Special Exercises In The Rehabilitation Of Rupture Of The Connective Femoral Muscle, Dina Sattar Abdul Jabbar

Modern Sport

Introduction and research problem / where addressed provided a brief description of not sports injuries and the most important requirements and they occur as well as the injuries vary according to the nature of second-hand performance in activity Among the most prominent of these injuries are injury ruptured muscle femoral macrophages, which proliferatedin recent times so epitomized the importance of research in the need to rehabilitate injured ruptured muscle femoral macrophages and reduce its impact and the need to use scientific bases in the development of a training program using therapeutic exercises to alleviate the pain and rehabilitation of muscle …

Residual Contact Toxicity And Repellence Of Cupressus Lusitanica Miller And Eucalyptus Saligna Smith Essential Oils Against Major Stored Product Insect Pests, Philip K. Bett, Arop L. Deng, Joshua O. Ogendo, Samuel T. Kariuki, Maud Kamatenesi-Mugisha, Joel M. Mihale, Baldwyn Torto

All Peer-Reviewed Publications

In an effort to find eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic pesticides in grain storage, residual contact toxicity and repellence of Cupressus lusitanica and Eucalyptus saligna leaf essential oils were evaluated against adult Tribolium castaneum, Acanthoscelides obtectus and Sitophilus zeamais. In bioassays, oil was applied at 0.00, 0.05, 0.10, 0.15 and 0.20% v/w to wheat and bean grains and stored for 30–120 days after which test insects were introduced into sub-samples of treated grains. Both oils at 0.20% v/w and 120 days grain storage duration caused a mortality of 5.0–65.0% in test insects whereas in the repellence bioassay, at same doses and …

Formulasi, Uji Stabilitas Fisik, Dan Uji Aktivitas Secara In Vitro Sediaan Spray Antibau Kaki Yang Mengandung Ekstrak Etanol Daun Sirih (Piper Betle L.), Raditya Iswandana, Lidya Km Sihombing

Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

Betel leaf has long been proven and widely used in Indonesia for its antibacterial activities. Betel leaf 80% ethanolic extract has high compatibility to be made as a widely used pharmaceutical product, including spray. In 2014 American Podiatric Medical Association, studied a significant increase of foot odor prevalence between our citizens. One of the reasons of foot odor is caused by bacteria, mostly by Bacillus subitilis. This study focused on creating a pharmaceutical product with a strong antibacterial that showed minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) towards bacteria that caused foot odor. Spray product was chosen because of the great pleasant experience …

Consumer Profiles Of Protein Supplement Users, Freya M. Block

Research Papers

In America, the advertisement and product availability of high protein foods, food products, and supplements is ever increasing. The associated benefits of a higher protein diet range from higher levels of satiety to increased athletic performance and recovery. Although the majority of previous studies focus on athletic performance and recovery it is important to have an understanding on the growing market to other consumers. This study will attempt to understand and determine the consumer profiles and characteristics of those who consume protein supplements. Socio-demographic and physical activity variables of consumers using supplements from the Centers of Disease Control National Health …

Analisis Praktik Koordinasi Manfaat (Coordination Of Benefit) Layanan Rawat Inap Di Indonesia, Fera Mutiara Dewi, Budi Hidayat

Jurnal Ekonomi Kesehatan Indonesia

Nowadays, some people may have double insurance. Besides having compulsory insurance that regulated by government, they also have additional health insurance which is not mandatory. This condition has opened up opportunities for Coordination of Benefit (COB) in Indonesia, especially in JKN era. Unfortunately, in practice COB still not executed according to the principle of general rules of insurance. This research seeks to analyze the practice of the COB and COB fee scale in Indonesia. The method used is the observational study with cross sectional design. The modeling uses an econometric approach that is a two-part model which separates the process …

On Migration Solutions And Interventions: An Afterthought, Dennis V. Blanco

Asia-Pacific Social Science Review

No abstract provided.

Structure Or Relationship? Rethinking Family Influences On Juvenile Delinquency In Malaysia, Tan Bee Piang, Zuraini Jubail Osman, Noor Banu Mahadir

Asia-Pacific Social Science Review

A broken family structure and poor family relationship are seen as contributing to delinquent behavior in different ways. Despite Malaysian society being strongly focused on family values, there have been significant increases in the rates of both divorce and single-parent families. Thus, there is the question of whether these changes in family structure are a contributing factor to the increasing rate of juvenile delinquency seen in recent years. This study aims to examine the relative influences of family structure and family relationship on juvenile delinquent behavior in Malaysia. A sample of 196 juveniles from two rehabilitation centers in Malaysia participated …

Skin Beauty As Erotic Capital And Production Of “Luckiness”: A Look At Menopausal Women Using Hormone Therapy Replacement For Skin Treatment In Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Huynh Thi Xuan Tam, Pimpawun Boonmongkon, Xiaochuan Wang, Thomas E. Guadamuz

Asia-Pacific Social Science Review

According to social and cultural constructs of aging and femininity, menopausal women‘s bodily transitions cause them to initiate hormone therapy replacement (HRT) to restore their youth and beauty. For example, they might take HRT to improve their wrinkled and sagging skin. A problem emerges, however, because there is little systematic research that explains the specific factors that motivate women to take HRT for the purpose of anti-aging skin treatment. This study aims to examine the intertwined social and cultural contexts influencing menopausal women’s choice of HRT in a dermatological hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Four dermatologists and 15 …

A Critical Ethnographic Study On Betel Quid Dependence Among Young Men In Mandalay, Myanmar, Thida Moe, Pimpawun Boonmongkon, Xiaochuan Wang, Darunee Phukao, Timo T. Ojanen, Thomas E. Guadamuz

Asia-Pacific Social Science Review

Betel quid is a carcinogenic psychoactive preparation, often containing tobacco, which is widely consumed in Myanmar. Studies on betel quid dependence have illuminated betel quid chewers’ demographics and reasons for chewing, but dependence formation is not fully understood. This study aims to describe the social context, patterns of use, and subjective experiences of betel quid chewing among novice and dependent chewers, and to analyze the hidden structural factors that contribute to the emergence of betel quid dependence. Data on the subjective and objective aspects of betel quid chewing were collected through a five-month ethnographic study in Mandalay, Myanmar. Betel quid …

Exploring Antecedents To Thai Information And Communication Technology (Ict) Organizational Performance, Kitti Kiatsuranon, Opal Suwunnamek

Asia-Pacific Social Science Review

No abstract provided.

Perkembangan Asuransi Kesehatan Swasta Di Indonesia Tahun 2012-2016, Kurnia Sari

Jurnal Ekonomi Kesehatan Indonesia

Total private insurance spending in 2015 is about 3.9% of Indonesia’s health expenditures. Although it is not considerably high, the information about private health insurance in Indonesia is still limited. This review is aimed to provide an overview of the private health insurance company growths in Indonesia. The number of private insurance company does not grow significantly, while the number of membership tends to fluctuate in the last 5 years, even it is tend to decrease for non life insurance category. Sums assured tend to rise until 2014, then stagnant for the next period. The amount of premium received by …

Timbang Besarnya Manfaat Dari Salah Sasar Penerima Bantuan Iuran Jaminan Kesehatan, Prastuti Soewondo

Jurnal Ekonomi Kesehatan Indonesia

One of the foremost government policies implemented in achieving Universal Health Coverage for the Indonesian population is the provision of financial assistance through contribution of Social Health Insurance for 92.4 million targeted poor and near poor households. This segment of the population is referred to as Penerima Bantuan Iuran (PBI) and represents about 35% of the total population. This study reveals the government’s progress in protecting the health of this sub-population. The data is derived from the 2016 National Social Economic Survey. The results indicate that, at the national level, the government’s health protection program has reached the majority of …

Cost Of Treatment Demam Berdarah Dengue (Dbd) Di Rawat Inap Berdasarkan Clinical Pathway Di Rs X Jakarta, Vera Marietha Meinar Rejeki, Atik Nurwahyuni

Jurnal Ekonomi Kesehatan Indonesia

Hospitals as health care providers are now required to perform cost and quality control without neglecting the quality of services. Clinical pathways which underlying quality and cost control in the hospital are available but has not been audited. This study aims to determine the unit cost of services in RS X Jakarta, the utilization of hospital services for dengue disease and cost of treatment of DHF in RS X Jakarta. A cross-sectional study was performed in this study. A quantitative approach was done through data collection from hospital information system, medical record and financial data. The result showed that there …

Determinan Variasi Klaim Penyakit Stroke Peserta Jaminan Kesehatan Nasional Rumah Sakit X Sumatera Utara, Joan Xaveria Mahulae, Jaslis Ilyas

Jurnal Ekonomi Kesehatan Indonesia

Refers to IHME study in 2010 about Global Burden of Disease shows that stroke is one of the highest cause of mortality in Indonesia. While the expenditure by BPJS Health for stroke is the 2nd highest after heart disease. This study aims to determine the most dominant characteristics associated with the total claims of stroke patients covered by JKN for inpatient service at X Hospital by doing multivariate analysis with variable linear regression method. The most significant characteristics are type of health care, type of membership, length of stay age, and level of severity. The finding shows that X Hospital …

Analisis Perbandingan Biaya Langsung (Direct Cost) Dan Biaya Tidak Langsung (Indirect Cost) Pada Pasien Stroke Di Rumah Sakit, Destanul Aulia, Sri Fajar Ayu, Nefonafratilova Ritonga

Jurnal Ekonomi Kesehatan Indonesia

Stroke is divided into two categories, ischemic and hemorrhagic. Each year there are 15 million people around the world who suffer a stroke. Stroke treatment requires a high cost. The burden of heart disease and stroke from 2012 to 2030 reaches Rp. 1,7 trillion. This study aimed to analyze the comparison of direct and indirect costs of stroke patient in X hospital in 2017. The results showed that the number of ischemic stroke patients more than hemorrhagic stroke patients. The average cost of hemorrhagic stroke patients is greater at Rp 3,763,750 than the average cost of ischemic stroke patients. The …

State V. Nebrensky Respondent's Brief Dckt. 44937

Not Reported

No abstract provided.

Lvhn Weekly-Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network

LVHN Weekly-Pocono

No abstract provided.