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Fear Appeal Advertising As A Tool For Preventative Medicine And Chronic Disease Mitigation, Samuel J. Moore

Undergraduate Honors Theses

Chronic disease refers broadly to a group of diseases that develop and progress as individuals age, that last 1 or more years, and that require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living, or both (“About chronic diseases,” 2026). Chronic disease is most often associated with years of compounding effects of poor nutrition and physical inactivity. Since negative emotion-based advertising, also known as “fear campaigns,” have been shown to be effective forms of communication for other health related topics (Huang et al, 2017), we sought to test a fear campaign’s potential to discourage unhealthy physical activity practices in young …

Exploring The Relationship Between Body Composition, Bmi, And Sleep Outcomes Among Nepalese Brick Workers, Zoe C. Peterson

Undergraduate Honors Theses

Sleep is a critical determinant of metabolic health, with extensive evidence linking insufficient and fragmented sleep to increased adiposity and obesity risk in high-income populations. However, these relationships remain poorly understood in labor-intensive, low-income occupational settings. This study examined associations between objectively measured sleep characteristics using accelerometry and body composition among a population of Nepalese brick workers, a group of people exposed to substantial environmental and occupational stressors.

A secondary cross-sectional analysis was conducted using data from 233 adult brick workers in the Nepal Kathmandu valley. Sleep metrics – including total sleep, wake after sleep onset (WASO), and number of …

Processing Mechanism And Efficacy Maintenance Strategy Of Ginseng Active Ingredients Based On Spectroscopy Technology, Yang Hantong, Kong Linghui, Jiang Mengmeng, Wang Yingxiu, Li Xiangguo

Food and Machinery

Ginseng, as a medicinal and edible plant, has ginsenosides as its core active components, which are widely applied due to their physiological functions such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities; however, their structures and activities are easily affected by food processing. During processing steps such as cleaning, steaming/boiling, and fermentation, temperature, pH, and microbial enzyme systems alter the types, contents, and stability of active components through reactions such as hydrolysis and oxidation. The intrinsic linkage mechanism of "component transformation-activity-bioavailability" constitutes a core focus and challenge in current research. This study, based on spectroscopic techniques including high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), nuclear magnetic …

Effect Of Processing Methods On Polygonatum Kingianum Collett & Hemsl . Metabolites Based On Widely Targeted Metabolomics, Wei Zhen, Tang Yayuan, Yue Jian, Su Juan, Sun Jian, He Xuemei

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To investigate the effect of processing methods on Polygonatum kingianum Collett & Hemsl.metabolites, to reveal the regulatory pattern of processing methods on the metabolites, and to clarify the characteristic metabolites enriched by various processing methods.［Methods］ Metabolites of P.kingianum samples processed via boiling (BP), roller processing (HP), and traditional processing (JZ) are analyzed using ultra-high performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (UPLC-MS/MS) based on widely targeted metabolomics. Differential metabolites are screened using multivariate statistical analyses, including principal component analysis, orthogonal partial least squares-discriminant analysis, and hierarchical clustering analysis, followed by Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and 何雪梅（1981—），女，广西农业科学院农产品加工研究所研究员，硕士。E-mail：[email protected]|Genomes (KEGG ) metabolic enrichment analysis.［Results］ …

Effects Of Yeast Extract And Reheating Methods On Gel Properties And Warmed-Over Flavor Formation Of Hairtail Surimi, Huang Qianyi, Li Xianghong, Li Shuang, Ma Xiayin, Liu Dongmin, Wang Faxiang, Liu Yongle, Wu Jinhong

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To control the gel property and warmed -over flavor formation of hairtail surimi products.［Methods］ Surimi gel is prepared using hairtail as the raw material. Then, by examining changes in sensory evaluation, microstructure, gel property,moisture content, and volatile flavor substances, this study investigates the effects of yeast extract addition and reheating methods on gel property and warmed-over flavor formation in hairtail surimi products.［Results］ Yeast extract addition significantly promotes internal structural cross-linking and reduces the number of pores in the product, thereby enhancing the gel properties, including gel strength, hardness, and elasticity. Specifically, an optimal gel property is observed at a …

Evaluation Of Functional Properties And Classification Of Processability Of Eight Chestnut Starch Varieties Based On Multidimensional Quality Indexes, Yang Xiaocong, Wang Ensheng, Li Shizhuo, Du Wenqing, Li Kun

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To clarify the comprehensive functional characteristics and processing adaptability of different chestnut varieties.［Methods］ The microscopic morphology of starches prepared from eight chestnut varieties was observed, and their amylose content, transparency, freeze-thaw stability, solubility, swelling power, and gel texture properties were determined. Correlation analysis, principal component analysis (PCA ),and cluster analysis were employed to comprehensively evaluate starch quality.［Results］ The starch granules from the eight chestnut varieties exhibited similar morphologies, mainly including round, oval, and polygonal shapes. Correlation analysis revealed significant correlations among the quality indexes of different varieties (P<0.05). PCA reduced the eight indexes to two principal components, with a cumulative variance contribution rate of 84.373%.Cluster analysis classified the starches from the eight chestnut varieties into four categories: high-elasticity, high-swelling, low-hardness, and high-gel types.［Conclusion］ Significant differences in the functional properties of chestnut starches were observed among the different categories (P<0.05).

Rapid Determination And Uncertainty Evaluation Of Vitamins A , D 3, And E Content In Cereal-Based Complementary Foods For Infants And Young Children By Online Solid Phase Extraction-Two-Dimensional Liquid Chromatography, Long Qiang, Zhao Tao, Xiao Mei, Wu Haizhi, Zhou Fan, Dai Zhiyong

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To establish a rapid determination method for vitamin A, D3, and E content in cereal-based complementary foods for infants and young children by online solid phase extraction -two-dimensional liquid chromatography simultaneously.［Methods］ Sample saponification solution is purified by online solid -phase extraction. Then, vitamin A and E are separated and detected by the first -dimension chromatography, while vitamin D3 is preliminarily separated in the first dimension and then transferred to the second -dimension chromatography for further separation and detection, with all quantification achieved by the external standard method.［Results］］ Vitamin A,D3,and E exhibit a good linearity in the concentration ranges, with …

Effects Of Ozone Treatment At Different Concentrations On Storage Quality Of Fresh Peanuts, Yang Hui, Han Junhao, Xie Yongkang, Li Ping, Cao Shina

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To study the preservation effect of ozone on fresh peanuts.［Methods］ "Four Red" fresh peanuts were used as experimental materials. Peanuts were treated with ozone at different concentrations (10,30,and 50 mg/L ) and stored at (4 ± 1) ℃ for 15 days. Edible quality, nutritional quality, and safety quality were measured every 3 days.［Results］ The effects of ozone treatment on the post-harvest storage quality of fresh peanuts varied with concentration. Compared with the control group, medium-to-low concentration ozone treatment (≤30 mg/L ) effectively reduced peanut mass loss, inhibited mold development and microbial growth, maintained stable kernel color and good texture, …

Effects Of Air-Impingement Jet Drying On Drying Characteristics , Color , Nutritional Quality And Antioxidant Capacity Of Prunus Armeniaca L. Cv. Diaogan, Cheng Hui, Gao Jianrui, Li Chunqi, Lu Chunxia

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ Air-impingement jet drying technology is applied to explore the influence of drying temperature and air velocity on the drying characteristics, color, nutritional quality and antioxidant capacity of Prunus armeniaca L.cv.Diaogan.［Methods］ P.armeniaca samples are blanched and then dried at different temperatures (40,45,50,55,60 ℃) and air velocity (6,8,10,12,14 m/s), respectively. The drying characteristics, color, soluble sugar contents, total acid contents, total phenol contents and antioxidant activity were measured.［Results］ The air-impingement jet drying of P.armeniaca primarily falls into a rate-falling drying process. The drying curve and drying rate curve are significantly (P<0.05) affected by drying temperature but not significantly (P>0.05) by air velocity. The contents of soluble sugar, ascorbic …

Effects Of Wrinkled Pea Meal Replacement Powder On Glucose And Lipid Metabolism Disorders And Gut Microbiota In Mice, Cui Yajun, Hong Lingyu, Zhou Sumei, He Yuhua, Yao Yang, Hou Dianzhi

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To investigate the effects of wrinkled pea meal replacement powder on glucose and lipid metabolism disorders and gut microbiota.［Methods］ A 12-week intervention experiment was conducted using a high-fat diet-fed mouse model. Changes in key indicators,including mouse phenotypes,blood biochemical parameters, histopathology, and gut microbial composition, were systematically monitored.［Results］ Wrinkled pea meal replacement powder significantly reduced fasting blood glucose, area under the blood glucose curve, and serum levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides, and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in high-fat-fed mice (P<0.05). It effectively alleviated hepatic steatosis, reduced serum alanine aminotransferase levels (P<0.05), and significantly mitigated hepatocyte damage. Additionally, consumption of wrinkled pea meal replacement powder significantly regulated gut microecological imbalance induced by a high-fat diet, increased gut microbial richness, decreased the Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes ratio, and increased the relative abundance of beneficial bacteria, including norank_f_ Muribaculaceae, norank_o_ Clostridia _UCG- 014, and Bifidobacterium.［Conclusion］ Wrinkled pea meal replacement powder has potential application value in improving glucose and lipid metabolism and regulating gut health.

Effects Of Gardenia Extract On Body Weight And Intestinal Mucosal Microbiota In Obese Mice, Liu Qin, Deng Na, Zhou Mengsi, Tan Zhoujin

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To explore the effects of gardenia extract on intestinal mucosal microbiota and body weight in mice fed a high -fat diet, and to explore the microecological mechanism of gardenia extract in obese mice.［Methods］ The potential mechanism of gardenia extract in treating obesity is predicted by network pharmacology and molecular docking technology. Additionally, 24 SPF C 57BL/6 male mice are randomly assigned into a blank group (8 mice ) and a model group (16 mice ). The model group receives a high-fat diet for 12 weeks, while the blank group receives an ordinary diet. After modeling, 12 successfully modeled mice …

Anti-Inflammatory Effect Of Sipunculus Nudus Collagen Peptide And Its Mechanism In Skin Wound Repair Promotion In Mice, Huang Haoyang, Zhang Junyi, Shen Weiqiang, Cao Wenhong, Lin Haisheng

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To explore the repairing effect of Sipunculus nudus collagen peptide (SNCP ) on skin wounds and clarify its potential efficacy in anti -inflammation, oxidative stress regulation,and wound repair promotion.［Methods］ Collagen is extracted from the body wall of S.nudus via the hot water extraction method, and SNCP is subsequently prepared through enzymolysis and ultrafiltration. Then,the lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced RAW 264.7 cell inflammation model and the whole cortex wound inflammation model in mice are employed to detect the effect of SNCP on cytotoxicity and cell morphology, as well as the inflammatory, antioxidant, and growth factors in mouse wound tissues.［Results］ At 50 to …

Flavonoid Extraction And Antioxidant Activity Of Daidai's Physiological Fallen Fruits, Zhang Xinyi, Li Qili, Li Zhijian, Ge Hanxiao, Shao Yuting, Xiao Yecheng, Li Tao, Su Donglin

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To explore a green extraction process for flavonoids from Daidai's physiological fallen fruits and to analyze the composition, microstructure, and antioxidant activity of the extracts.［Methods］ Flavonoids were extracted from Daidai's physiological fallen fruits using an ethanol-water solution combined with ultrasonic-assisted extraction. The extraction conditions were optimized through single-factor experiments. The flavonoid composition of the extract was determined by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC ), its microstructure was observed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM ), and in vitro antioxidant activity was evaluated by DPPH radical 苏东林（1979—），男，湖南省农业科学院研究员，博士。E-mail：sdl791228 @163.com scavenging, ABTS radical scavenging, and FRAP assays.［Results］ The optimal extraction conditions were: 75% ethanol, …

Effect Of Garlic Paste Addition On Volatile Flavor Substances In Crayfish Tails, Tu Jianqiu, Fu Wenjun, Yang Xiaocong, Jing Lixiang, Zhu Jing, Li Jianfang

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To investigate the effect of garlic paste addition on volatile flavor substances and color attributes of crayfish tails, and provide a theoretical basis for flavor standardization in industrial production.［Methods］ This paper adopts gas chromatography-ion mobility spectrometry (GC-IMS ) combined with colorimetric analysis to study the characteristics of volatile components and color parameters (L*,a*,b* values ) of crayfish tails under garlic paste additions of 0%,4.4%,8.8%,13.2%,17.6%,and 22.0%. Principal component analysis (PCA ) is applied to analyze flavor differences.［Results］ Colorimetric analysis reveals that garlic paste addition significantly decreases L* from 45.69 to 34.50 and b* from 39.24 to 29.94 (P<0.05), while a* values show a significant difference under the garlic paste addition of more than 13.2% (P<0.05). A total of 53 volatile substances are identified by GC-IMS, and their total content increases gradually with the rising garlic paste addition (highest value in the 22% group at 18 749 and lowest value in the control group at 10 758). Camphene, 2-ethylbutanoic acid, 2-methylbutyl acetate, allyl isothiocyanate, and heptanal are identified as intrinsic flavor markers of crayfish meat. Key contributors to flavor include camphene, 1-heptanol, 3-pentenenitrile, 2,3-pentanedione, diacetyl, and isopropanol. PCA shows that the 13.2%~17.6% group exhibits significantly different flavor characteristics from other groups (PC1 contribution rate of 76%).［Conclusion］ Under the garlic paste addition of 8.8%~13.2%, the optimal balance between flavor and color attributes is achieved, while excessive addition of more than 17.6% results in aldehyde overaccumulation and accelerated browning.

Effects Of Thermal Processing Methods On Flavor Quality Of Fish Meat And Differential Formation Mechanisms : A Review, Zou Wanghua, Hou Xiaoyi, Liu Miao, Deng Na, Ni Panxianzhi, Li Hui, Fu Haohua, Wang Jianhui

Food and Machinery

Thermal processing is the most commonly used technique for fish products. Different thermal processing techniques vary in the degree of lipid oxidation, protein degradation, and Maillard reaction, as well as the synergy among these reactions, thereby differentially affecting flavor. Focusing on four typical thermal processing methods, steaming, boiling, frying, and roasting, this paper reviews the flavor change patterns in various types of fish products under different thermal processing conditions. Moreover, from the perspective of the synergy among lipid oxidation and decomposition, protein degradation, and the Maillard reaction, this paper systematically elucidates the formation mechanisms underlying the flavor substance enrichment and …

Research Progress On The Extraction Of Functional Components From Chinese Baijiu Distiller's Grains And Their High-Value Applications, Wang Yanyong, Guo Shuanghai

Food and Machinery

Chinese Baijiu distiller's grains represent a major by-product of the Baijiu brewing industry. The solid-state or liquid-state multi-strain fermentation process endows them with complex chemical compositions and functional properties, conferring considerable potential for further development. This study describes the chemical composition of Chinese Baijiu distiller's grains, discusses the differences in functional components arising from the brewing processes of various Baijiu aroma types, and evaluates advanced extraction techniques targeting core components, including proteins, dietary fibers, and polyphenols. The biological activities of Chinese Baijiu distiller's grain extracts, such as antioxidant, antihypertensive, and immunoregulatory effects, as well as their underlying mechanisms of action, …

When The Safety Net Becomes A Barrier: Administrative Burdens In Snap And Medicaid, Stephen Roll, Mathieu Despard

Center for Social Development Research

The goal of the U.S. social safety net is to ensure that everyone can meet a basic standard of living, regardless of their economic, health, or life circumstances. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, two key parts of this safety net, support low-income families in affording food and health care. This brief summarizes findings on seven dimensions of administrative burden in SNAP and Medicaid. The findings come from analyses conducted with data from the Workforce Economic Inclusion and Mobility Project’s survey of a nationally representative sample of low-wage U.S. workers. They suggest that administrative burdens are common, affect …

When Getting Ahead Means Falling Behind: Work And Savings Disincentives In Public Benefits, Stephen Roll, Mathieu Despard

Center for Social Development Research

Public benefits help millions of workers meet basic needs such as food, health care, housing, and childcare. But for many low-wage workers, these programs can also create a difficult trade-off: Earning more or saving more can sometimes mean losing the benefits they need to keep their family afloat. This brief summarizes key findings from a survey conducted for the Workforce Economic Inclusion and Mobility (WEIM) project with a nationally representative sample of low-wage U.S. workers. The findings suggest elements of a public benefits system that could protect families from economic risk while supporting work, savings, and long-term mobility.

Supporting Lgbtq Youth Through A Cross-Cultural Lens Of Wellbeing, Correna Bartow

UN SDG Open Pedagogy Faculty Fellowship: Renewable Assignments

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Examining The Influence Of Students’ Socioeconomic Background And Teachers’ Perceived Stress On Their Burnout In A Rural Arkansas Delta School District, Tessa C. Cripe

Student Theses and Dissertations

Teacher burnout presents ongoing challenges in high-poverty rural schools, affecting teacher retention and instructional quality. In the Arkansas Delta, educators frequently navigate complex professional and emotional demands. The purpose of this convergent parallel mixed-methods study was to examine the influence of students’ socioeconomic background and teachers’ perceived stress on overall teacher burnout and each of its dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced personal accomplishment. Perceived stress was measured using the PSS-10, a unidimensional instrument that assesses the appraisal of stress, or how unpredictable life feels. The study was guided by the Maslach Burnout Theory and the Job Demands-Resources framework. Quantitative …

Zinc Biofortification Technologies , Edible Safety , And Physiological Function Regulation In Edible Mushrooms, Wu Bingbing, Shi Nengpai, Su Jianwei, Hou Xuemei, Lin Xiangyang

Food and Machinery

Zinc (Zn) is an essential trace element for humans, and dietary zinc deficiency is an important global public health issue. Edible mushrooms have become highly promising carriers for zinc biofortification due to their natural mineral accumulation ability and the capacity to convert inorganic zinc into organically bound states with higher bioavailability. The enrichment and absorption of zinc, intracellular homeostasis regulation, and subcellular distribution patterns during the cultivation process of edible mushrooms were summarized, and the key factors influencing the efficiency of zinc biofortification, including fungal species, zinc sources (inorganic, organic, or nano forms ),application methods,and cultivation conditions, were evaluated. In …

Advances In Extraction And Detection Technologies For Veterinary Drug Residues In Food, Luo Qiaoqiao, Yuan Yufeng, Jia Yunzhu, Chen Qingya, Tan Fang, Zhao Xin

Food and Machinery

Veterinary drug residues constitute a global challenge that poses significant threats to food safety and public health. This review systematically summarizes recent advances in detection technologies for veterinary drug residues in food, with a particular focus on the performance characteristics and application status of sample extraction techniques (including liquid-liquid extraction, solid phase extraction, accelerated solvent extraction, QuEChERS, and magnetic solid phase microextraction ),as well as analytical methods (including chromatographic-mass spectrometric techniques, immunoassays, capillary electrophoresis, biosensors, and quantum dots -based approaches ). Comparative analysis reveals that accelerated solvent extraction (ASE ) and QuEChERS have emerged as mainstream pretreatment techniques owing to …

Wearable Technology For Depression Assessment: A Scoping Review Of Datasets, Ml Tlachac, Hayley K. Elsbree, Michael V. Heinz

Information Systems and Analytics Department Faculty Journal Articles

As wearable technology continues to develop, wearable devices are becoming more common and being increasingly used to collect datasets for depression assessment. Documenting the collection procedures, recruitment strategies, and demographics of these datasets is important to allow for synthesis across the datasets and uncover common limitations. As such, in this scoping review, we identify 80 observational datasets collected by wearable devices through the start of 2025 that can be used for depression assessment. Of the 80 datasets, 50% used an actigraph and 47.5% used other wristbands. These wearable devices were used to collect activity, sleep, and heart rate for 87.5%, …

The Impact Of Workplace Wellness Programs On Workers’ Compensation Claims And Absenteeism: A Quantitative Study In Public Administration, Stephen Michael Douglas Coy

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Employee absenteeism is detrimental to organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Workers’ compensation claims are a potential liability to government organizations, as claims filed by employees for work-related injuries or illnesses may impact insurance premiums based on the number and severity of claims filed. Identifying and implementing solutions to mitigate the effects of absenteeism and workers’ compensation claims are critical to organizational sustainability. This quantitative study seeks to determine if workplace health and wellness programs decrease absenteeism and reduce workers’ compensation claims levels among public sector employees. Post-positivism and functionalism provide this study with a theoretical underpinning. The variables of interest were …

Synergistic Effects Of Integrated Organic And Mineral Fertilization On Soil Nutrient Dynamics And Cotton Productivity In Irrigated Meadow-Alluvial Soils Of Arid Uzbekistan, Djalilova Gulnora Tulkunovna, Rakhimov Khurmat Nurmatovich

Baghdad Science Journal

A field experiment was conducted in 2019–2021 in the Shavat district of the Khorezm region, Uzbekistan, to determine how mineral fertilizers combined with farmyard manure affect nutrient availability and cotton productivity in old-irrigated meadow-alluvial soils. Five fertilizer treatments were tested under furrow irrigation in a randomized complete block design with three replications. Soil nutrient status, nutrient accumulation in cotton organs, growth parameters, and seed cotton yield were evaluated. The treatment N₂₀₀P₁₅₀K₁₀₀ + 25 t ha^-1 manure gave the strongest agronomic response. In this treatment, the 0–30 cm soil layer contained higher nitrate nitrogen, available …

The Lived Experience Of Inconsistent Legal Recognition: A Phenomenological Study Of Job Burnout And Moral Injury In Florida Correctional Officers, Jeffrey A. Snipes

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

This qualitative transcendental phenomenological study investigates the lived experiences of Florida correctional officers (FCOs) regarding inconsistent legal recognition and the divergence between functional mandates and legislative definitions. Utilizing Dr. Jonathan Shay’s moral injury framework, this research explores how statutory marginalization functions as a precursor to burnout. A transcendental phenomenological research design was employed; 21 officers were screened using the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI-HSS) followed by semi-structured interviews with a nine-participant subsample.

Data analysis followed Creswell’s spiral procedures to identify themes describing the essence of these experiences. Findings suggest that inconsistent recognition as first responders catalyzes moral injury, exacerbating burnout and …

Design And Development Of Foot Arch Diagnosis Application, Arif Wicaksono, Arta Farmawati, Neni Trilusiana Rahmawati, Herianto Herianto

Folia Medica Indonesiana

The foot is a part of the lower extremity that has several characteristics, namely foot length, width, height, and arch. Foot arch is a characteristic that has not been widely researched in Indonesia, but it plays a crucial role in movement and daily life. A normal foot arch facilitates physical activities, work, and overall human health, whereas an abnormal foot arch can hinder physical activities, work, and negatively affect health. Foot-arch diagnosis is commonly performed using footprint creation and foot-arch determination. Foot arch diagnosis can be established through conventional examinations, which are relatively more time-consuming, and examinations using scanning devices, …

Differences In The Effects Of Multicomponent Vivifrail Training And Senam Lansia On Physical Performance And Fall Risk In Pre-Frail Elderly, Nadia Ovianti, Annisa Susilowati, Endang Ambarwati, Robby Tjandra Kartadinata, Tanti Ajoe Kesoema, Erna Setiawati

Folia Medica Indonesiana

Pre-frailty is a condition where individuals experience early signs of frailty. Frailty is a geriatric syndrome associated with falls and reduced physical performance, which will impact the health and well-being of the elderly population. To mitigate the harmful effects, the WHO recommends Vivifrail, a multicomponent exercise that is effective in preventing frailty. In Indonesia, the most common program for the elderly community is Senam Lansia (elderly exercise). No studies have compared the effects of these two exercises on the pre-frail elderly community. This study aims to assess differences between Vivifrail training and Senam Lansia on physical performance and fall risk, …

Effectiveness Of Cadre Training In Improving Knowledge On The Completion Of The Elderly Health Book In Sidoarjo, Lilik Djuari, Sulistiawati Sulistiawati, Linda Dewanti, Muhammad Izhar Yuliantama, De Farras King, Minarni Wartiningsih

Folia Medica Indonesiana

Primary healthcare in Indonesia faces challenges due to an ageing population since 2021. An elderly health book, published by Ministry of health, is an essential tool for recording, monitoring, and following up elderly health status. However, Health cadres have not yet fully understood how to fill in and use the book, resulting in suboptimal data quality. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of cadre training to complete the Elderly Health Book (before and after training) in Sidoarjo Regency. A quasi-experimental study with a one-group pre-test and post-test design was conducted among 50 elderly health cadres which …

The Synapse-Net Macro-Architecture: An Integrated, Zero-Vent Framework For Decentralized Interstellar Transit, Christopher L. Eckes

Defensive Publications Series

Isolated deep-space exploration and long-duration terrestrial survival architectures are traditionally limited by systemic fragmentation, where propulsion, lifesupport, computational processing, and material reclamation operate as discrete, loss-heavy sub-units. This paper introduces the Synapse-Net Macro-Architecture, an un-gatekept, highly integrated engineering ecosystem that unifies exotic propulsion dynamics, solid-state nutritional synthesis, analog wave-based computing, and atomic hydrocarbon recycling into a single thermodynamic loop.

This paper establishes the structural interfaces, data routing protocols, and cross-system mass-energy linkages between four fundamental open-source baselines: the Tension-Line Fusion Tug, the Elemental Transmutation Replicator, the Cymatic Operating System, and the Hydrocarbon Reclamation Matrix. By formally mapping these cross-system dependencies, …