Penggunaan Metode Kerja Kelompok dalam Pembelajaran IPS untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa Kelas II

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa pada pembelajaran IPS di kelas II SD Negeri 3 Sungai Kunyit dengan menggunakan metode kerja kelompo. mendeskripsikan peningkatan hasil belajar siswa menggunakan metode kerja kelompok. Memberikan informasi yang akurat mengenai peningkatan hasil belajar siswa dengan menggunakan metode kerja kelompok pada pembelajaran IPS di kelas II SD Negeri 3 Sungai Kunyit.Penelitian ini adalah penelitian tindakan kelas yang terdiri dari dua siklus, dengan tahapan masing-masing siklus yaitu perencanaan, pelaksanaan, observasi dan refleksi.Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di SD Negeri 3 Sungai Kunyit.Subjek penelitian adalah siswa kelas II yang berjumlah 28 orang siswa.Data yang diperoleh dari hasil nilai belajar siswa.Perencanaan pembelajaran IPS di kelas II SD Negeri 3 Sungai Kunyit telah dilaksanakan dengan kategori baik. Hal ini dilihat pada lembar IPKG I siklus I dengan rata-rata 2,89 dan IPKG siklus II 3,31. Peningkatan IPKG siklus I dan IPKG siklus II adalah sebesar 0,42 Kata Kunci: metode kerja kelompok dan hasil belajar Abstrac: the purpose of this research is to improve the learning outcomes of students in learning in class II IPS SD Negeri 3 Streams of Saffron by using methods of work kelompo. describe the improvements in students \u27 learning results using the methods of work of the group. Provide accurate information regarding the improvement of student learning outcomes by using the methods of group work on IPS in learning elementary grade II Country 3 Rivers turmeric. The research is the research action class that consists of two cycles, with each cycle of the phases of planning, implementation, observation and reflection. This research is carried out in SD Negeri 3 Streams of Saffron. The subject of research is the grade II which amounted to 28 students. Data obtained from the results of students \u27 learning value. Planning learning IPS in class II SD Negeri 3 River Turmeric have been implemented with categories either. It is seen on the sheets cycle I I with IPKG average 2,89 and IPKG cycle II 3.31. An Increase InIPKG cycle I and cycle II is IPKG amounted to 0.4

Predicting peak demand for electricity consumption using time series data and machine learning model

Energy consumption is influenced by various factors, including the proliferation of electronic devices, technological advancements, economic growth, agricultural development, and population increase. Each of these factors contributes to the rising demand for energy. This paper addresses the challenge of predicting peak energy demand (ED) by utilizing historical time series data from the past five years, combined with temperature data from Tamil Nadu’s official sources. We employed feature engineering techniques to prepare the data for machine learning models, specifically XGBoost regressor, lasso, and ridge regression. The time series data was then analyzed using both univariate and multivariate models, including auto regressive integrated moving average (ARIMA) and vector autoregressive (VAR) models. The results show that our models can effectively forecast ED, providing critical insights for policymakers and stakeholders involved in energy planning and resource management

Identification of pathogen genomic variants through an integrated pipeline

Background: Whole-genome sequencing represents a powerful experimental tool for pathogen research. We present methods for the analysis of small eukaryotic genomes, including a streamlined system (called Platypus) for finding single nucleotide and copy number variants as well as recombination events. Results: We have validated our pipeline using four sets of Plasmodium falciparum drug resistant data containing 26 clones from 3D7 and Dd2 background strains, identifying an average of 11 single nucleotide variants per clone. We also identify 8 copy number variants with contributions to resistance, and report for the first time that all analyzed amplification events are in tandem. Conclusions: The Platypus pipeline provides malaria researchers with a powerful tool to analyze short read sequencing data. It provides an accurate way to detect SNVs using known software packages, and a novel methodology for detection of CNVs, though it does not currently support detection of small indels. We have validated that the pipeline detects known SNVs in a variety of samples while filtering out spurious data. We bundle the methods into a freely available package

Clinical Study on Mechanical and Adynamic Intestinal Obstruction in Adults

INTRODUCTION : Intestinal obstruction is defined as a failure in the downward passage of intestinal contents either due to a mechanical occlusion or from a fault in propulsive mechanism. Intestinal obstruction is one of the most common problems faced by the general surgeons. • The earliest recorded observation for intestinal obstruction was performed by Praxagoras (350 B.C.) who created an enterocutaneous fistula to relieve the obstruction. • However non-operative treatment has remained the general rule, including reduction of hernias, opium for pain, orally administered mercury or lead shot in an attempt to open up the occluded bowel, electrical stimulation and gastric lavage. • Intestinal obstruction both Mechanical and Adynamic is an enigma with its versatile presentation and wide spectrum of treatment options available. • Intestinal obstruction poses a dynamic challenge for the general surgeons to treat as the parameters change as the clock ticks on. TIME means everything and delay in the diagnosis or management increases the mortality. • With a wide range of conditions known to cause the Obstruction, the Surgeon should be well aware of the commonest causes in the geographical region of the presentation. • Keeping with these principles, the study hopes to discuss the etiological factors, clinical presentations and the most common causes. Our study focuses on using the basic diagnostic modalities for further diagnosis. This study presents an Overall view on Mechanical and adynamic Intestinal Obstruction in Adults OBJECTIVES: 1. To study the incidence of intestinal obstruction due to mechanical and adynamic causes. 2. To study the clinical presentation of intestinal obstruction. 3. To study the various etiological factors involved. MATERIALS AND METHODS: (a) Study design: Descriptive observational study (b) Study population: Cases admitted in the Department of Surgery, Stanley medical college, Chennai. (c) Inclusion criteria: Age 18 to 70 years, Diagnosis on admission. (d) Exclusion criteria: Morbidly ill patients, Patients not willing to participate in study. (e) Subject withdrawal: patients who went against medical advice without any treatment. (f) Period of study: one year (Dec 2013 – Dec 2014). (g) Study methods: Clinical examination, biochemical, radiological and other investigations, observations during surgery and their follow up are methods used in this study. The diagnosis is established by the admitting surgeon based on clinical picture and supported by radiological evidence (ultrasonogram, plain abdominal radiograph together with contrast studies if indicated) and confirmed during operation. Operative details shall include the cause of obstruction, presence or absence of strangulation and nature of operation performed. Post operative morbidity is defined in terms of the duration of hospital stay and associated complications following surgery. The observer will be present for 50 cases through out the initial evaluation, resuscitation and surgical procedure, information of the cases will be obtained from case records also. • Identification particulars viz., Name, Age, Sex, IP No. etc. • Clinical features and abdominal findings. • Radiological findings and contrast studies • Time of surgery after admission. • Operative findings. • Procedure done. • Postoperative complications. • Follow up. Patients will be followed up till the time of their discharge from hospital and two Months following surgery. Sample size: The study will be carried out in approximately fifty subjects who are selected from In patient in department of general Surgery. Statistical Methods: The data analyses will be made statistically using Chi square test to find the incidence ,clinical presentation and etiology of intestinal obstruction and using Microsoft excel software to arrive at the conclusion regarding the objective of the study. Colloborative Departments: The study will be done with the help of Department of Biochemistry ,pathology and microbiology for various biochemical parameters & Radiology. RESULTS: The incidence of acute intestinal obstruction in adult age group was studied from the cases admitted in Department of Surgery of Stanley medical college during the period December 2013 to December 2014. The data regarding the symptoms and signs and laboratory investigations has been adopted in 50 cases during the study period. During the period of 12 months,(studied 50 cases in 9 months) the total number of admissions in surgery were 14,236 cases. Of which 228 cases of acute intestinal obstruction were treated during these period which comprise 1.9% of total number of admissions among these surgically treated cases, 50 cases were randomly selected for the present study. Total number of emergency surgeries done in the department of Surgery were 1,569 and acute intestinal obstruction in this group consisted of about 14.53% of these surgeries. CONCLUSION: Acute intestinal obstruction remains an important surgical emergency in the surgical field. • Success in the treatment of acute intestinal obstruction depends largely upon early diagnosis,skilful management and treating the pathological effects of the obstruction just as much as the cause itself. • Erect abdomen X-ray is valuable investigation in the diagnosis of acute intestinal obstruction. • Obstructed hernias are the common cause to produce intestinal obstruction. Clinical radiological and operative findings put together can diagnose the intestinal obstruction. • Mortality is still significantly high in acute intestinal obstruction

Prevalence of excessive daytime sleepiness and its determinants among college students in Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu

Background: Our body needs sleep for better functioning both physically and mentally. Sleep deprivation and daytime sleepiness are common problems related to sleep among the general population. College students are more prone to such problems. In this study, our aim is to assess the prevalence of daytime sleepiness among college students and to identify the factors responsible for the same.Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study in the Chengalpattu district to assess the prevalence of excessive daytime sleepiness among college students from various courses including Architecture, Medical, and Para-medical students. A pre-tested, pre-designed, and modified questionnaire along with Epworth sleepiness scale (ESS) was used for data collection for the period of 3 months. The sample size we achieved was 422. Data analysis was done using SPSS version-22 software.Results: The prevalence of daytime sleepiness among our study participants were 32% (135) and most of them were facing sleep disturbances due to mobile and laptop usage, stress and overthinking, and other reasons like night studies, spending time with friends was 56% (76), 31% (42), 11% (14) respectively.Conclusions: Daytime sleepiness, disturbed sleep, inadequate sleep hygiene was highly prevalent among college students. It is creating various impacts on academics and driving. Disturbed sleep and EDS are caused by a host of reasons and have numerous negative impacts both physically and mentally. Irregular sleep schedules affect learning, memory, and performance, night studies may also affect the intrinsic aspects of sleep

Biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles and its antibacterial activity using seaweed Urospora sp.

In the present research work, biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles and its activity on bacterial pathogens were investigated. Silver nanoparticles were rapidly synthesized using Urospora sp. and the formation of nanoparticles was observed within 30 min. The results recorded from UV–vis spectrum, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and High Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy (HRTEM) support the biosynthesis and characterization of silver nanoparticles. From HRTEM analysis, the size of the silver nanoparticles was measured 20 to 30 nm. Further, the antibacterial activity of synthesized silver nanoparticles showed effective inhibitory activity against the pathogens namely: Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.Key words: Urospora sp, silver nanoparticles, biosynthesis, antibacterial activity

Development of de novo diabetes in long-term follow-up after bariatric surgery

Introduction: While bariatric surgery leads to significant prevention and improvement of type 2 diabetes, patients may rarely develop diabetes after bariatric surgery. The aim of this study was to determine the incidence and the characteristic of new-onset diabetes after bariatric surgery over a 17-year period at our institution. Methods: Non-diabetic patients who underwent bariatric surgery at a single academic center (1997–2013) and had a postoperative glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) ≥ 6.5%, fasting blood glucose (FBG) ≥ 126 mg/dl, or positive glucose tolerance test were identified and studied. Results: Out of 2263 non-diabetic patients at the time of bariatric surgery, 11 patients had new-onset diabetes in the median follow-up time of 9 years (interquartile range [IQR], 4–12). Bariatric procedures performed were Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (n = 7), adjustable gastric banding (n = 3), and sleeve gastrectomy (n = 1). The median interval between surgery and diagnosis of diabetes was 6 years (IQR, 2–9). At the last follow-up, the median HbA1c and FBG values were 6.3% (IQR, 6.1–6.5) and 95 mg/dl (IQR, 85–122), respectively. Possible etiologic factors leading to diabetes were weight regain to baseline (n = 6, 55%), steroid-induced after renal transplantation (n = 1), pancreatic insufficiency after pancreatitis (n = 1), and unknown (n = 3). Conclusion: De novo diabetes after bariatric surgery is rare with an incidence of 0.4% based on our cohort. Weight regain was common (> 50%) in patients who developed new-onset diabetes suggesting recurrent severe obesity as a potential etiologic factor. All patients had good glycemic control (HbA1c ≤ 7%) in the long-term postoperative follow-up

Enhancement of zinc availability and yield performance of black gram (Vigna mungo L.) through zinc solubilizing bacteria in alkaline soils

The present study investigated the combined effects of zinc sulphate (ZnSO₄) and zinc solubilizing bacteria (ZSB) on black gram (Vigna mungo L.) growth and productivity in alkaline soils. Field experiments were conducted at two locations (Agricultural College and Research Institute, Madurai and Coastal Saline Research Centre, Ramanathapuram) during January 2022 using a randomized block design with eight treatments and three replications. The treatments included varying levels of ZnSO₄ (12.5, 18.75 and 25 kg ha-1) with and without ZSB (500 mL ha-1). Results showed that the combined application of ZnSO₄ (25 kg ha-1) and ZSB (500 mL ha-1) along with soil test-based NPK significantly enhanced plant growth parameters, including plant height (35.4 cm), shoot length (38.18 cm) and root nodules (27.4 per plant). This treatment also recorded the highest seed yield (851 kg ha-1), DTPA-extractable zinc (1.72 mg kg-1) and zinc uptake (84.73 g ha-1). The second most effective treatment was ZnSO₄ at 18.75 kg ha-1 with ZSB, which demonstrated comparable results and superior zinc use efficiency. The study concluded that integrating ZSB with optimal ZnSO₄ doses offers an effective strategy for improving black gram productivity and zinc nutrition in alkaline soils

Unlocking the Power of SAP: Transforming Businesses with Integrated Solutions

The growing complexity of business operations in today’s global economy has created an increasing demand for integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. SAP, as a leading provider of ERP solutions, has become a transformative tool for businesses seeking to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and maintain competitive advantages. This paper explores how SAP’s integrated solutions enable businesses to efficiently manage key operations, from supply chain management to finance, human resources, and customer relationship management. We analyze the various components of SAP, focusing on its role in digital transformation, cloud computing integration, and data-driven decision-making. Furthermore, the paper discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing SAP in modern enterprises, with case studies highlighting its impact on organizational growth. By examining the latest trends in SAP technologies, including SAP S/4HANA, SAP Cloud, and AI integration, this paper highlights the future potential of SAP as a catalyst for business innovation