Numerical Study of Braiding Channels Formation

Water Qualit

Measuring Shelf Availability in University Library: Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Machang, Kelantan State, Malaysia

Library chain of operation is measured in this availability study. The function of acquisition, cataloging, circulation, library system and procedure is examined by a simulated search performed by librarian and library staff. A number of 100 titles is randomly searched in OPAC and effort to search initiated and findings are examined. The score shows the probability of availability of patrons leaving the library with desired book in hand. Suggestions are given at the end of article for correction and improvement purpose

FLOWERING AND FRUITING CYCLE OF Cinnamomum sintoc Blume IN LOWLAND FOREST OF CIREMAI MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, WEST JAVA AND THE IMPLICATION FOR CONSERVATION

Cinnamomum sintoc Blume is an endangered species experiencing an ongoing decline due to overharvesting; in- and ex-situ conservation efforts are urgently needed to ensure its survival. We performed a detailed assessment of the flowering and fruiting phenology of C. sintoc in a lowland forest in West Java, Indonesia. We aimed to relate the duration of each phenological phase to environmental factors including elevation, humidity, temperature, and slope, as well as the orientation of the flowers. A total of 30 trees were sampled from three elevation ranges (500–700, 700–900, and 900–1,100 m). We found that C. sintoc requires approximately 40 days to complete flowering and an additional 82 days to produce mature fruit. The period from flower initiation to fruit ripening spans 4 months, from late July to early November. Flowers that are east-facing developed mature fruit more rapidly than those facing other directions, and the shortest flowering and fruiting phenological period was observed for east-facing flowers at 700–900 m. These results provide a baseline for studying phenological shifts in C. sintoc, and could inform seed harvesting efforts for conservation projects in the study area of Gunung Cermai National Park.    Key words: Bintangkot, declining population, Endangered species, Lauraceae, phenology &nbsp

The Prevalence of Physical Activity and Sedentary Lifestyle among Adolescents in Palestine

Physical inactivity and sedentary behavior have been considered the most contributing predisposing factors for many chronic diseases. Regular Physical activity has the potential to attenuate the health and economic burden that Physical inactivity places on Palestinian society.The authors of this paper would like to thank the Department of Community Medicine, Universiti Sains Malaysia. As well as, the authors would like to thank both the all participants of this study, and the Palestinian Ministry of Education Board committee for their assistance during this study

Eco Enzyme Hasil Pengolahan Sampah Sayuran dan Buah-buahan Sebagai Produk Serbaguna

Sampah organik seperti sisa sayuran dan buah-buahan merupakan sampah rumah tangga yang hampir 60% dibuang pada Tempat Pembuangan Akhir (TPA) yang diolah dengan sistem open dumping. Kontribusi TPA dari sistem open dumping menyebabkan sebesar 3-4 % dihasilkan emisi Gas Rumah Kaca (GRK) global. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian dilakukan untuk memberikan informasi, pelatihan dan pendampingan pembuatan produk eco enzyme dengan teknologi fermentasi sehingga dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai produk harian rumah tangga. Metode yang digunakan oleh peneliti dalam pendampingan eco enzyme hasil pengolahan sampah sayuran dan buah-buahan sebagai produk serbaguna ini adalah menggunakan metode dalam Parcipatory Actiont Research (PAR). Metode ini dilakukan secara langsung kepada Kelompok Wanita Tani (KWT) Desa Buana Sakti dan pendamping juga secara aktif mengikuti dan mempraktekkan Metode ini kepada Kelompok Wanita Tani (KWT) Desa Buana Sakti. Hasil yang diperoleh dari kegiatan ini bertambahnya pengetahuan dan keterampilan mitra dalam mengolah sampah sayuran dan buah-buahan menjadi produk eco enzyme. Mitra telah memanfaatkan eco enzyme sebagai cairan pembersih seperti pembersihan lantai, kaca, kamar mandi, dan badan-badan air di rumah tangga sehingga dapat menekan penggunaan cairan pembersih komersial dan pengeluaran keluarga. Hasil pengabdian menunjukkan bahwa produk eco enzyme dapat digunakan sebagai cairan pembersih multifungsi bagi masyarakat

Effectiveness of Educational Intervention on Physical Activity-Related Knowledge among High School Students in Southern Rural Palestinian Community, in 2012

Low Physical activity during adolescence is recognized as a key public health concern. School-based interventions are thought to be the most globally applicable and effective way to counteract levels of physical inactivity and sedentary behavior. This study aimed to investigate the effects of an eight-week school-based teaching intervention to promote physical activity through increasing the physical activity-related knowledge of high school students in Palestinian national high schools in 2012. Baseline and 3 months post-test data from the Health Knowledge Inventory Survey (HKI) were analyzed for group differences through independent t tests and for improvement over time via repeated measures ANOVA. The findings indicated no significant differences between the groups in terms of mean physical activity knowledge scores (P = 0.059) before the intervention. There was a significant difference (P < 0.001) in mean knowledge scores between the intervention and control schools 3 month after intervention follow-up and there was a significant difference in term of gender [male (p=0.028) and female (p=0.007)] and stream of education track (Scientific and non-scientific) in the intervention schools. Whereas significant difference for control group (p<0.001) was found solely between scientific and non-scientific stream students. Media and internet were the two most common sources of physical activity-related knowledge. The evidence suggests the effectiveness of school-based physical activity interventions, given the positive effects on physical activity knowledge. Schools are a suitable setting for the promotion of healthy lifestyles. Additional research on the long-term impact of these interventions is needed.The authors of this paper would like to thanks to the Department of Community Medicine, Universiti Sains Malaysia. As well as, would like to thank all participants of this study. Also the authors would like to thank the Palestinian Ministry of Education Board committee for their assistance during this study. This study was self-sponsored

Performances of fuel injection system in diesel engine using distributor type fuel injection pump / Mohd Nizan Rifai, Shahidan Sudin and Mohamad Sukri Ismail

This project introduced the fuel injection system in diesel engine using distributor type pump. Normally, the vehicle using this pump is “Nissan SD 22 series (104749-4040). The process or principal workings are also introduced in this project. All the component and part must be to know for knowledge the functions. It is included the constructions, operation, governor section (variable speed governor operation, higher speed operation, idle and maximum speed governor), solenoid operation, advance unit, fuel pump timing, and etc. Beside that, fuel pump must calibrate with use “calibration machine” before to applied to the vehicle. The service manual has been prepared primarily for assisting service personal in providing effective service and maintenance of “fuel pump diesel series” for the vehicle. The distributor fuel pumps VE types, which includes for maintenance, adjustments, removal and installation, disassembly and assembly of components, and troubleshooting. All information, illustrations and specifications contained in service manual are based on the latest product information available at the any time. When to removal the all component, keep clean the surround places because the fuel pump components are very sensitive to dirt. Any components have to remove, it is must to remind or put a mark for installing back. The fuel injector is the important component in the fuel injection system. The installation the pump is also sensitive to deposit. It is included the constructions, operation, service injector, inspections, reassembly, and trouble-shooting. Each component in injector, which service must to make adjustment to follow the manual manufacturers. Adjustment to injector depends on manual manufacturer’s fuel pump type. All part in fuel injection pump and injector, we must know the function, formally, a good fuel pump show the reading same with the manual manufacturer’s fuel pump

Dukungan Pengembangan Agrowisata di Kampung Cibuluh Desa Pulosari Pangalengan dengan Pemasangan Peta Wisata dan Penerangan Jalan

Pariwisata di suatu daerah merupakan salah satu penggerak ekonomi. Situ Cileunca merupakan suatu danau di daerah Pangalengan yang dikenal sebagai tempat wisata. Ditegah danau tersebut terdapat sebuah kampung yang disebut Kampung Cibuluh. Sebagai tempat wisata, Kampung Cibuluh memiliki keterbatasan fasilitas berupa penerangan dan peta informasi lokasi wisata. Melalui kegiatan Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) dalam mengambil peran tridarma perguruan tinggi yaitu pengabdian pada masyarakat, Mahasiswa Politeknik Manufaktur Bandung melakukan rencana pembuatan alat untuk menerangi jalan umum dan peta lokasi berupa sign system di sekitar kampung Cibuluh. Dilakukan analisis berdasarkan survei terhadap alat penerangan jalan secara umum dan penunjuk lokasi, lalu hasilnya dibuat desain rancangan dari kedua alat yang akan dibuat. Setelah itu dilakukan pembuatan dan pemasangan kedua alat tersebut. Setelah dilakukan uji coba, baik penerangan jalan maupun peta lokasi wisata dapat berfungsi dengan baik. Akhirnya penerangan jalan dan peta lokasi berupa sign system di Kampung Cibuluh Situ Cileunca Pangalengan dapat dipasang dan dirasakan manfaatnya oleh masyarakat maupun wisatawan di sekitar Situ Cileunca, Desa Cibuluh

العوامل المؤثرة في التوافق بين مخرجات التعليم و سوق العمل

تزايد الاهتمام برأس المال البشري باعتباره أحد القوى المحركة للتنمية الاقتصادية وتزايد معه الاهتمام بدراسة  كيفية سد الفجوة بين مخرجات التعليم العالي ومدخلات سوق العمل. ومن هنا تبرز أهمية البحث في تحليل مشكلة عدم التوافق بين مخرجات التعليم العالي واحتياجات سوق العمل في سورية ، تم  تحليل مشكلة عدم التوافق بين مخرجات التعليم العالي  في "جامعة تشرين" (عينة البحث)  واحتياجات سوق العمل للتعرف على متطلبات سوق العمل وتحليل العوامل التي تحكم العلاقة بين عرض العمل والطلب عليه وذلك لتقديم آلية تمكن من التوفيق بين التخصصات الجامعية المتاحة ومتطلبات سوق العمل من حيث نوعية التخصصات الجامعية، والمهارات المكتسبة للخريج ومدى مواءمتها مع متطلبات سوق العمل.  تم تصميم استبانتين بهدف جمع البيانات، الاستبانة الأولى لقياس رأي أصحاب العمل بشقيه (العام والخاص) و الاستبانة الثانية لقياس رأي الخريجين الجامعيين وتوصلت الدراسة إلى مجموعة من النتائج من أهمها : يتمتع الخريجون الجامعيون بقدرة جيدة على الالتزام بالعمل ومتطلباته وتعلّم المهارات التي يحتاجها، ويعانون من ضعف تأهيلهم من ناحية المهارات العملية المتممة لشهاداتهم العلمية التي يطلبها سوق العمل، و ذلك لضعف التنسيق بين المؤسسات التعليمية ومنظمات سوق العمل. ويركز القطاع العام بشكل كبير على تأمين فرص عمل لمختلف شرائح المجتمع، كما أنه يميل لتوظيف أعداد تفوق حاجته، عكس القطاع الخاص الذي يعمل على توظيف عدد محدد وفق حاجته دون زيادة أو نقصان وأوصى فريق البحث  بضرورة التركيز على الجانب العملي لتحقيق التكامل مع الجانب النظري في التعليم (الجامعي والتقاني) واستحداث وحدات تدريبية خاصة بكل كلية ومعهد تقاني. إدخال الجامعات كبيوت خبرة واستشارة وخاصة فيما يتعلق بتوطين المشروعات ذات الطابع الاقتصادي. وإعادة النظر في الاستثمارات الموظِفة لليد العاملة في الساحل خاصة بعد التغير الديموغرافي الحاصل بسبب الحرب على سورية من خلال: التشجيع على إقامة (المشاريع الصغيرة - المشاريع الانتاجية التكاملية (زراعية – صناعية) المولِدة لفرص العمل وخاصة للخريجين.

Incidence, Risk Factors, and Outcomes of Preterm and Early Term Births: A Population-Based Register Study

Preterm birth (PTB) and early term birth (ETB) are associated with high risks of perinatal mortality and morbidity. While extreme to very PTBs have been extensively studied, studies on infants born at later stages of pregnancy, particularly late PTBs and ETBs, are lacking. In this study, we aimed to assess the incidence, risk factors, and feto-maternal outcomes of PTB and ETB births in Qatar. We examined 15,865 singleton live births using 12-month retrospective registry data from the PEARL-Peristat Study. PTB and ETB incidence rates were 8.8% and 33.7%, respectively. PTB and ETB in-hospital mortality rates were 16.9% and 0.2%, respectively. Advanced maternal age, pre-gestational diabetes mellitus (PGDM), assisted pregnancies, and preterm history independently predicted both PTB and ETB, whereas chromosomal and congenital abnormalities were found to be independent predictors of PTB but not ETB. All groups of PTB and ETB were significantly associated with low birth weight (LBW), large for gestational age (LGA) births, caesarean delivery, and neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)/or death of neonate in labor room (LR)/operation theatre (OT). On the other hand, all or some groups of PTB were significantly associated with small for gestational age (SGA) births, Apgar <7 at 1 and 5 minutes and in-hospital mortality. The findings of this study may serve as a basis for taking better clinical decisions with accurate assessment of risk factors, complications, and predictions of PTB and ETB.The study was approved by the Hamad Medical Corporation Institutional Review Board, with a waiver of consent. It was funded by Qatar National Research Fund (Grant no NPRP 6-238-3-059) and was sponsored by the Medical Research Centre, Hamad Medical Corporation. The authors want to thank their respective institutions for their continued support. The publication of this article is funded by the Qatar National Library, Doha, Qatar