Development of Sparkol Video Media in the Course of Anti-Corruption Education

The purpose of this study is to determine the validity and practicality of video media in the ian University in Indonesia. This research utilizes the ADDIE research approach (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). The results of validity and practicality tests may be used as a reference for evaluating the developed medium. This study conducted a material validity test, assessing the quality of the video media based on expert material evaluations. The results showed an average rating of 97.5%. Therefore, the video media meets the criteria for being deemed suitable for use. The results of the media validity test indicate that the quality of the video media, as assessed by media experts, has an average score of 97.06%. Therefore, the video media meets the criteria for being deemed suitable for use. The results of the validity test for video media in the course of anti-corruption education indicate that the content and media are very relevant for further development. The practicality test results indicate that the development of interactive media achieved an average of 97%. Thus, the module demonstrates efficient criteria

Introduksi Model Ptt dalam Meningkatkan Produksi dan Pendapatan Petani Padi di Sulawesi Tengah

It is still possible to improve potential yield of rice in Central Sulawesi. One of efforts to increase yield isthrough Integrated Rice Crop Management (PTT), namely managing crop, soil, water, and soil nutritional elements toimprove crop growth, and higher, sustainable yield. Results of PTT were promising. Rice yield increased from 3.5tons/ha (Non PTT) to 6 tons/ha (PTT) with farm income of Rp 4,617,500/year and B/C ratio of 1.56. Total productioncost of Non-PTT farmers and PTT farmers were each of Rp 4.1 million/ha and Rp 3.2 million/ha.Key words : rice, integrated farming system, production, income, Central Sulawesi Pencapaian produksi rata-rata padi sawah di Sulawesi Tengah relatif masih jauh dari potensi genetik yangdimiliki oleh tanaman padi (yield gap), sehingga masih terdapat cukup besar peluang untuk meningkatkan produksipadi. Upaya peningkatan produksi padi dilakukan melalui pendekatan model Pengelolaan Tanaman Padi secaraTerpadu (PTT) yakni mengelola tanaman, tanah, air dan unsur hara secara terintegrasi untuk mendapatkanpertumbuhan tanaman yang lebih baik, serta hasil yang lebih tinggi dan berkelanjutan. Hasil yang dicapai dariintroduksi model PTT ini sangat menggembirakan dan membuka harapan yang besar bagi peningkatan produktivitasdan pendapatan USAhatani padi. Peningkatan hasil gabah yang diperoleh sangat signifikan yakni dari rata-rata produksigabah non-PTT sekitar 3,5 t/ha meningkat hingga 6 t/ha dengan pendapatan sebesar Rp 4.617.500/tahun dan nilai B/Csekitar 1,56. Sementara total biaya produksi dari sistem USAhatani menggunakan model PTT tidak terlalu jauhberbeda dibandingkan cara petani non-PTT, yaitu Rp. 4,1 juta/ha dibanding Rp. 3,2 juta/ha pada non-PTT

Workplace assessment of naphtha exposure in a tire manufacturing industry.

A qualitative and quantitative workplace assessment was carried out to determine naphtha exposure in a tyre manufacturing industry. A qualitative chemical health risk assessment was conducted to identify naphtha hazard at the workplace. Quantitative assessment using Portable VOC Monitor, Automatic Sampling Pump and personal air sampling pump was used to determine VOC concentrations, organic solvents, and individual air naphtha respectively. The risk rating of naphtha was estimated to be 5. The mean VOC concentration was in the range of 2.43 to 92.93 ppm. Repair area had the highest VOC concentration while the lowest was in the moulding area. Each work station had significant differences for VOC concentrations (p < 0.001). Laboratory analysis found various solvents including 2-methyl pentane, hexane, methyl cyclopentane, heptane, cyclohexane and toluene which were present in the liquid naphtha. Only xylene has been detected in the making and moulding areas with a range of 2 to 5 ppm. Meanwhile, the air naphtha concentrations of the exposed workers were significantly higher than those unexposed. The risk of naphtha exposure was qualitatively significant and not adequately controlled. Naphtha was detected in all work stations since it is the main solvent used. The “Repair Area” was significantly more contaminated than the other area

Adenome pleomorphe des glandes salivaires accessoires

Objective : Pleomorphic adenoma (PA) is the most common benign neoplasm of the minor salivary glands. Clinical behavior,diagnosis, treatment modalities and evolution of nine cases of pleomorphic adenoma were discussed.Materials and methods : This is a descriptive and retrospective study about 9 cases of pleomorphic adenoma conductedover a period of 20 years (1990 à 2009) at the ENT department of Sousse (Tunisia).Results : There were 5 men and 4 women having a mean age of 40 years. The main site of this adenoma was the hard palate. The others 3 tumors were seen in the nasal cavity, in the parapharyngeal space and in cervical soft tissues. Clinical examination showed a swelling at the level of the interested region. Computed tomography (CT) was made in 5 cases,associated to the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in 2 cases. The treatment was based in surgical excision of the tumors. Histologically, the tumor showed features of a benign PA in 8 cases and of malignant PA in 1 case. Two patients had a documented local recurrence. The evolution was good for the first patient after secondary excision of the tumor.The patient presenting a carcinoma ex pleomorphic adenoma developed quickly pulmonary and cerebral metastases.Conclusion : Pleomorphic adenoma of minor salivary gland is generally known to be a slow-growing tumour. They must be evoked before all painless swelling in the upper aerodigestive tract developed under a healthy mucosa. The surgical management is basically total resection of the tumor with a safety margin of 5 mm. Longer follow-up was needed due to the possibility of recurrences and malignancy transformation.Keywords : Pleomorphic adenoma, Minor salivary gland, Imaging

Omecamtiv mecarbil in chronic heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, GALACTIC‐HF: baseline characteristics and comparison with contemporary clinical trials

Aims: The safety and efficacy of the novel selective cardiac myosin activator, omecamtiv mecarbil, in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) is tested in the Global Approach to Lowering Adverse Cardiac outcomes Through Improving Contractility in Heart Failure (GALACTIC‐HF) trial. Here we describe the baseline characteristics of participants in GALACTIC‐HF and how these compare with other contemporary trials. Methods and Results: Adults with established HFrEF, New York Heart Association functional class (NYHA) ≥ II, EF ≤35%, elevated natriuretic peptides and either current hospitalization for HF or history of hospitalization/ emergency department visit for HF within a year were randomized to either placebo or omecamtiv mecarbil (pharmacokinetic‐guided dosing: 25, 37.5 or 50 mg bid). 8256 patients [male (79%), non‐white (22%), mean age 65 years] were enrolled with a mean EF 27%, ischemic etiology in 54%, NYHA II 53% and III/IV 47%, and median NT‐proBNP 1971 pg/mL. HF therapies at baseline were among the most effectively employed in contemporary HF trials. GALACTIC‐HF randomized patients representative of recent HF registries and trials with substantial numbers of patients also having characteristics understudied in previous trials including more from North America (n = 1386), enrolled as inpatients (n = 2084), systolic blood pressure &lt; 100 mmHg (n = 1127), estimated glomerular filtration rate &lt; 30 mL/min/1.73 m2 (n = 528), and treated with sacubitril‐valsartan at baseline (n = 1594). Conclusions: GALACTIC‐HF enrolled a well‐treated, high‐risk population from both inpatient and outpatient settings, which will provide a definitive evaluation of the efficacy and safety of this novel therapy, as well as informing its potential future implementation