The Determinant of Trash Management at Faculty of Health Sciences in a University in Banyumas Regency

Trash management is one of an effort to preserve the campus environment, so, it has to do right to avoid health problems. There are many factors that can influence the outcome of trash management on campus either directly or indirectly. This paper tried to discuss the five elements of management (men, money, materials, machines, and method) with the result of trash management at The Campus Faculty of Health Sciences (FIKes) on a University in Banyumas Regency. The type of research was descriptive-analysis with a quantitative approach and the design of the study of cross-sectional. Variables in this study were taken based on each aspect that existed in the five elements of management, they were the role of the leader, the role of cleaning officer, participation of campus community, condition of trash generation, adequacy of facilities, operational techniques applied, and the costs incurred for trash management in FIKes. Data of those variables were collected using a questionnaire consisting of 85 questions. The result of analysis bivariate showed there were only two variables that related with the result of trash management in the campus they were the condition of trash generation (p= 0.003) and sufficiency of means (p= 0.028). Keywords: Campus, Result, Management, Tras

Psycho-social and Spiritual Backgrounds, Experiences, and Needs as a Transsexual: A Qualitative Study within Persatuan Insaf Pahang

Introduction: Transsexuals face discriminations and rejections from the Malaysian society. The number of studies done on understanding the phenomenology, experiences, and problems faced by transsexuals is still few in Malaysia. This research aims to document their psycho-social and spiritual backgrounds and the relevant experiences, and to explore their perceptions and needs as male-to-female transsexuals in the context of Persatuan Insaf Pahang, Malaysia. Materials and Methods: A qualitative research was carried out in July and August 2015 among eight male-to-female transsexual adults in Kuantan, Pahang. Snowball sampling was used. Participants who gave consent were interviewed in two focus groups. Data obtained was transcribed and used as the primary data source. Results: Subjects in this study reported confusions over their gender identity since childhood. They struggled against conflicts regarding their transsexuality in adolescence, and eventually many quit their studies. As adults, they were discriminated against in employment and religious settings. They provided positive feedbacks on religious authorities who could understand problems unique to transsexuals and empathise with the transsexual community. Conclusion: The psycho-sexual phenomenology is the same in transsexuals all over the world. Misunderstanding and discrimination from the society remain heavy towards this community. Transsexuals should learn to adapt to meeting expectations from the society as well, so they could be accepted in public. They will need religious guidance and spiritual support for better quality of life. Dedicated efforts are still needed in training professionals in the educational, medical, and religious fields to attend to the specific needs of transsexuals in this country

Effects of different dosages of caffeine administration on wrestling performance during a simulated tournament

The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of different forms of caffeine administration on physical performance during a simulated wrestling tournament. In a double-blind and randomized experiment, twelve male freestyle wrestlers competed in a simulated wrestling tournament (5 wrestling matches consisting of 2×3-min wrestling rounds) following the ingestion of: a placebo, a high-dose of caffeine (10 mg/kg), a moderate-dose caffeine (4 mg/kg), a repeated-dose caffeine (2 mg/kg before each match to a total of 10 mg/kg) or a selective caffeine administration based on performance decrement previously measured (6.16±1.58 mg/kg). The Pittsburgh Wrestling Performance Test (PWPT) was measured before each match to assess physical performance. In comparison to the placebo, the high dose of caffeine only reduced PWPT time before the first match (56.8±2.0 vs. 52.9±1.8 s; p < 0.05). The moderate dose of caffeine did not affect PWPT performance during the tournament. Both, the repeated dose and the selective administration of caffeine reduced PWPT time with respect to the placebo in the third (66.7±1.8 vs. ~63.1±1.4 s; p < 0.05) and fourth matches (72.3±2.4 vs. ~65.9±1.3 s; p < 0.05). However, only the selective dose of caffeine reduced PWPT time before the fifth match (62.7±3.0 vs. 56.3±2.0; p < 0.05). The dosage and administration of caffeine affect the ergogenic effects obtained following the ingestion of this substance. An individualized protocol to provide caffeine when physical performance is expected to be reduced might improve wrestling performance during the latter stages of a tournament

Reliability and validity of a novel futsal special performance test designed to measure skills and anaerobic performance

Purpose: This study examined the validity and reliability of a novel futsal special performance test (FSPT) as a measure of futsal performance and skills. Methods: Thirty six futsal players with different levels of experience were recruited and divided into two groups (elite and non-elite). Players participated in four sessions (at least 7 days apart); a) familiarization session, b) anaerobic power (Wingate test), c) FSPT trial 1, and d) FSPT trial 2. The FSPT was carried out on a futsal court (wooden sprung floor) and examined skills such as dribbling, rotation, long and short passing and shooting. Content validity was assessed using 6 experienced futsal coaches and instructors. Results: There was a significant correlation between FSPT and various aspects of anaerobic power (r=0.5 to 0.91, p≤0.001). Moreover, significant large correlations were observed between test and re-test of FSPT (r= 0.77; 95% confidence intervals (CI)= 0.56 to 0.98; p≤0.001). All instructors and coaches confirmed the content validity. There was high inter-rater reliability of the FSPT (r=0.89; 95% CI= 0.85 to 0.93; p&lt;0.001). FSPT total (p=0.001), penalty (p=0.022) and performance (p=0.001) time was superior in elite relative to non-elite players. Anaerobic power was greater in elite players (p&lt;0.001). Conclusion: Our results support the use of the FSPT to assess futsal players’ performance in conjunction with skill and anaerobic fitness

MENINGKATKAN PENGETAHUAN MENGENAI PENANGANAN DIARE PADA ANAK MELALUI PENYULUHAN KESEHATAN

ABSTRAKDiare merupakan gangguan buang air besar dengan frekuensi lebih dari 3 kali sehari, konsistensi cair, bisa disertai darah dan atau lender. Tujuan Kegiatan: Untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan orang tua dalam penanganan diare pada anak dengan benar dan salah satu terapi komplementernya adalah menggunakan madu. Metode Kegiatan: Penyuluhan kesehatan dengan sasaran 15 anak dan orang tua yang dilakukan secara online dengan Google Meet. Hasil Kegiatan: terdapat 14 (93,3%) orang tua (ayah/ibu) yang memahami mengenai penanganan diare pada anak dan 1 (6,6%) orang tua (ayah/ibu) yang aktif bertanya dalam kegiatan. Kata kunci: diare; anak; penyuluhan kesehatan ABSTRACTDiarrhea is a bowel disorder with a frequency of more than 3 times a day, liquid consistency, can be accompanied by blood and / or mucus. Activity Objective: To increase parents' knowledge in handling diarrhea in children properly and one of the complementary therapies is using honey. Activity Method: Health education targeting 15 children and parents conducted online with Google Meet. Activity Results: there were 14 (93.3%) parents (father / mother) who understood the handling of diarrhea in children and 1 (6.6%) parents (father / mother) who actively asked questions in activities. Key words: diarrhea; children; health educatio

The Nexus of CO2 Emissions, Energy Consumption, Economic Growth, and Trade-Openness in WTO Countries

This paper analyzes the dynamic relationship between CO2 emissions, energy consumption, GDP, and trade-openness from 1971 to 2013, based on the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) hypothesis for 70 WTO countries. Using recently developed secondgeneration panel data methods, the empirical results support the EKC hypothesis for the high-, middle-, and lower-income panels used. Concerning the energy consumption and economic growth nexus, the causality results support the conversion hypothesis for the high-income panel, whereas the neutrality hypothesis holds for the lower- and middle-income panels. Based on the causality results, trade-openness does not positively impact CO2 emissions, GDP leads CO2 emissions, and trade-openness causes energy consumption within any income panel. The net effect of economic growth, however, could help to stabilize future CO2 emissions within any income panel

Investigating the efficiency of piezoelectric wind energy harvesting in leaf-stalk structures

In this paper, piezoelectric wind energy harvesting with leaf stalk structures is classified and the performance of each structure with different configurations is investigated. In this research, the main purpose is comparing these harvesters in terms of their structures and determining the best configuration for each environment. In other researches, energy harvesting systems have also been investigated based on the type of fluid-structure interaction or type of piezoelectric materials; however, this study investigated leaf-stalk structures in which wind energy has been the main source of energy harvesting. Although the electrical power harvested from wind energy by piezoelectric materials is by no means comparable to the power of wind turbines, these harvesters are very low-cost, small, silent, and clean and used as a replacement for batteries that become chemical waste after use. In large numbers, they can be used for low-power consumption in commercial, sports or leisure centers. By examining the design parameters that improve the performance of leaf-stalk structure, it is found that in addition to load resistance and wind speed range, leaf and stalk geometry, their configuration, and distance between two systems and the presence or absence of veins affect the frequency of the flutter and consequently the performance of the energy harvesting system. In general, among different geometric shapes, triangle leaves have had the best performance. On the other hand, if the support base is jointed, it also has a positive effect on the performance of the system. Leaves with veins produce more output power than leaves without veins. Among the leaves with veins, the Pinant leaves will increase the efficiency of the system. Due to the wind speed constraints, the dimensions, and costs, one cannot determine the best system, but the best one can be identified for the specific conditions

Steganografi Metode Least Significant Bit (Lsb) Pada Mpeg Spatial Audio Object Coding

Salah satu manfaat dari perkembangan audio yaitu dengan menyisipkan suatu pesan rahasia dalam media digital. Dengan menggunakan teknik steganografi, yang akan menyembunyikan pesan atau data dari pengirim ke penerima. Dengan menggunakan metoda LSB akan digabungkan dengan MPEG SAOC. Dengan menggunakan MPEG SAOC yang memiliki kemampuan mereproduksi audio multikanal, sehingga mampu dikombinasi dengan steganografi menggunakan LSB. Maka akan dihitung jumlah karakter, SNR dan ODG yang dapat ditumpangi dari beberapa audio yang sudah ditetapkan. Berdasarkan hasil pengujian, Metode Least Significant Bit (LSB) pada MPEG Spatial Audio Object Coding (SAOC) menghasilkan kualitas suara yang cukup baik karena nilai SNR masing-masing audio tersebut diatas 20 dB. Dengan semakin besarnya nilai Y maka kapasitas penampungan karakter pada setiap audio akan semakin kecil, begitu juga sebaliknya

Synthesis of core/shell nanoparticles and their application in hydroxy-PAHs extraction

Abstract The study summarizes using a new synthesized core/shell type of nanoparticles to remove hydroxy-polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). The Fe2O3 coated with several groups of compounds (Triethoxysilane, Trimethoxy (2-phenylethyl) silane, (3-aminopropyl) triethoxy silane) and tested for removal of hydroxy PAHs from aqueous solution. The synthesized Core/shell nanoparticles characterized Using several techniques such as XRD analysis of The synthesized nanoparticles show the amorphous structure. However, utilizing the technique of room temperature fluorescence spectroscopy to determine the detection limit (LOD) and the quantitative limit (LOQ) of the hydroxyl PAHs, and it found (75%Triethoxysilane, 83%Trimethoxy (2-phenylethyl) silane, 90%(3-aminopropyl) triethoxy silane). An aqueous solution used to extract hydroxy PAHs to the synthesized nanoparticle, and the removal percentage was (91% 1-Hydroxy pyrene, 88% 9-Hydroxy fluorene,86% 2-Naphthol). The results obtained showed the high value of the removal ratio that indicates the tremendous power of the synthesized nanoparticles on PAH removal.</jats:p