bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Impact of the European Union’s Palm Oil Resolution Policy on the Indonesian Economy Sector
Authors: Benyaich Fatima , Saragih Hendra Maujana , Siburian Joel Jeremis
Published: September 2023

Indonesia as the  world's largest producer and  consumer of palm  oil is experiencing  considerable  challenges   due to the  enactment of the  The European Union (EU)  Parliament  Resolution on the  use of palm oil and on overcoming the issue of  deforestation.  The Union  issued a RED policy aiming at directing the European community  to use energy-efficient  and  emission-free   fuels.  The regulation comprises a  rejection of  palm oil and  its derivative products. The ban on importing such products imposed by  the European Union has caused a decrease in Indonesia's GDP by 1155.28 million Euros. In addition, this impacted the employment sector, particularly the oil palm farmers who experience a decrease in income.  Despite the issuance of the European Union policy that prohibit or restrict palm oil import, the EU has dependence on  Indonesia’s palm oil since they can not produce the oils on a large scale in order to meet their needs. This is a qualitative study and the data collection technique is the heritage study methods obtained from journal, scientific journals on similar topics. As for the theoretical analyses, the  mercantilism approach with the  aim to  use economic policies to maximize the state’s wealth as a means of political power is implemented.
Juridical Analysis of Tax Criminal Law Enforcement: an Overview of Legal Regulations and its Implementation in Indonesia
Authors: Silalahi Heriantonius
Published: September 2023

The purpose of this research is to conduct a juridical analysis of criminal law enforcement in the field of taxation in Indonesia. The focus of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of legislation and its implementation in combating tax crimes. The research method used is a normative juridical approach by examining legislation related to tax crimes, including tax laws, government regulations, and relevant policies. Additionally, an analysis of the legal practices and enforcement of tax crimes in Indonesia is conducted. The research findings indicate that the legislation in the field of taxation has a strong foundation to address tax crimes. However, there are several challenges in its implementation, such as the complexity of tax regulations, lack of adequate human resources and technology, and corruption issues that can affect tax law enforcement. In this context, the research provides recommendations to strengthen the system of criminal law enforcement in tax matters. The recommendations include improving coordination among relevant institutions, enhancing the capacity of human resources in the field of taxation, utilizing information technology to support supervision and tax law enforcement, and increasing transparency and accountability in the process of tax law enforcement. This research is expected to provide a better understanding of the regulation of tax crimes and contribute to the policy and the legislative reforms related to tax law enforcement in Indonesia?
The Influence of Operating Cash Flows, Investments Cash Flow, and Funding Cash Flow on the Company Value in Technology Sector
Authors: Herman  , Chaidir Randy
Published: September 2023

Investors use the company value as one of the benchmarks in investing the capital since the value is generated from the share price with the basis of the company performance and the public assessment on that performance. The company value can be measured by Price Earning Ratio (PER), Price Book Value (PBV), and Tobin's Q. Price Book Value is selected in this research as its measurement. The research subjects were technology-based companies listed in the Indonesian stock exchange. From the data obtained, it was indicated that there were fluctuations in the value of technology-based companies. This is a dilemma for both the companies and the investors on the grounds that not only the management but also the investors expect the company value to consistently increase. The research sample were 28 companies that met the criteria, within the periods of 2019-2022. The method used was  quantitative research with multiple regression analysis as its analytical tool. The results indicated that the operating cash flow, the investment cash flow, and the financing cash flow have no effects on the firm value.
12 Labours Seminar Series (Aotearoa Fellowship): Digi mini me - a digital twin for children
Authors: Choisne Julie
Published: September 2023

The 12 Labours project’s goal is to establish a clinically oriented framework for modelling the physiological systems of the adult human body (male and female); however, children are not small adult and cannot be represented using adult models. About 20% of Aotearoa New Zealand population are children aged 15 years and under, this population is not yet represented in the 12 Labours objective. I propose to leverage the framework created around the three technology platforms to build digital children (male and female) using the following exemplar project: Personalised models for the diagnosis and treatment of children with musculoskeletal disorders. My project has 3 main objectives; 1) Making the World’s first 3Dimensional lower limbs bones measurement growth chart, 2) Develop bioengineering tools for early diagnosis assessment and rehabilitation monitoring in the community using wearable sensors and 3) Preventing bone and joint disease for future New Zealanders.
Exploration of Moroccan EFL University Students’ Retrospective Knowledge of Cognitive and Metacognitive Reading Strategies in Processing Advanced-level Written Discourse in English
Authors: Msaddek Mohammed
Published: September 2023

Based on my unpublished Doctoral Dissertation (Defended in 2015) that investigates the impact of explicit reading strategy instruction on Moroccan EFL university learners’ (meta) cognitive reading strategy use and reading achievement, the present exploratory study reflects the extent to which the learners are retrospectively conscious of the (meta) cognitive reading strategies (RSs) that facilitate the assimilation and comprehension of the textual input. It addresses 113 English department university students belonging to two groups (Group 1: N= 50; Group 2: N= 63) studying at the first-semester level. The data were obtained through the dependence on two advanced-level reading comprehension texts (i.e., narrative, expository) which were accompanied by a retrospective questionnaire (RQ). The results evince that, given that the targeted two groups unconsciously used some (meta) cognitive reading strategies (RSs) for attaining the textual comprehension, their retrospective consciousness of the core nature and essence of these metacognitively-oriented strategic moves is typically typified by utmost inadequacy. Finally, some useful recommendations relative to both EFL reading research and pedagogy as well as some unavoidable limitations are presented.
Reuse of effluents from cattle slaughterhouses: multicriteria evaluation
Authors: Oliveira Thálison Dourado de , Nepomuceno Daniella Costa Faria , Naval Liliana Pena
Published: September 2023

Cattle slaughterhouses generate a large amount of effluent with a high concentration of organic and inorganic compounds. However, the choice of appropriate technologies can produce effluents with sufficient quality for the practice of reuse as a strategy for saving water. This study aimed to determine the efficiency of effluent treatment systems from cattle slaughterhouses to promote the reuse of effluents, specifically for fertigation. The multicriteria analysis was employed, adopting the ELECTRE I method. The effluent treatment alternatives, the definition of the degree of importance, and the weights of each established criterion were considered. The estimated volume of effluents generated in slaughterhouses in Brazil was 85.374 million m³/year, with a high concentration of biochemical/chemical oxygen demand, nutrients, oils, and greases, solids, and E. coli. The treatment technologies that showed the best performance were UASB reactor + ultrafiltration and activated sludge + ultrafiltration, producing effluents with compatible quality for agricultural reuse under Brazilian legislation.
Impact of Joint Audit on Audit Quality – An Indian Scenario
Authors: Mohanty Leesa
Published: September 2023

Better audit quality gives stakeholders some reassurance that the auditee companies' financial statements accurately portray their current situation. This study examines the impact of joint audits on audit quality. It is inspired by the ongoing discussion where a government panel has recommended a mandatory joint audit regime for public interest companies in India. In April 2021, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) mandated the use of joint audits for financial entities with assets size above INR 15,000 crore to improve the quality of audits. In this study, a new audit quality metric is evaluated, and it shows that joint audit enhances audit quality. Additionally, I find a negative impact of joint audits on audit quality using a common proxy for audit quality (ratio of audit fees to total fees). I, therefore, highlight those different measures of audit quality exhibit the opposite effects of a joint audit.
Prescribed-time Tracking Control for Robotic Manipulator with Time-varying Output Constraints
Authors: Fu Lulu
Published: September 2023

This paper introduces prescribed-time tracking control of nonlinear systems for robotic manipulator under time-varying output constraints (TVOC). For the robotic manipulator driven by DC motor, we will design a controller to realize: one is to realize prescribed-time tracking control; the other is no violation of the time-varying output constraints (TVOC). First, sufficient conditions for prescribed-time tracking control for nonlinear systems with TVOC are presented. Secondly, relying on the backstepping technique, the recursive design algorithm is applied to construct the controller, which then realizes the prescribed-time tracking without the violation of TVOC. Finally, the applicability of this method in robot manipulator is verified by simulation.
You will Gaze what You are Gazed: Mediated Voyeurism and Exhibitionism on Wechat
Authors: Cai Zilu
Published: September 2023

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Economics of Inter-Cropping: A Case Study of Onion and Tomato at District Muzaffargarh, Punjab, Pakistan
Authors: Muhammad Nisar Khan  , Gulnaz Hameed  , Arshad Mahmood Malik  , Saima Asad
Published: September 2023

The current research is being conducted in Muzaffargarh district of Punjab, Pakistan to investigate the profitability and land equivalent ratio of intercropping onion and tomato. An economic analysis of intercropping in the Muzaffargarh district can inform farmers about the profitability and sustainability of this practice, aiding their decision-making between intercropping and monocropping. The study utilized a simple random sampling technique to select 45 vegetable growers out of 60, from two major vegetable-growing villages; Hajiwah and Beli Janubi. Descriptive analysis, including frequency distribution, mean, and percentages, was used to analyze the data. The results of the study showed that intercropping had a significantly higher yield (17897 kg/acre) than sole cropping of onions (6075 kg/acre) and tomatoes (16050 kg/acre). Intercropping also had a higher benefit-cost ratio of 1.59, compared to onion sole cropping (1.37) and tomato sole cropping (1.48). The land equivalent ratio was 1.31, which indicated that intercropping was more efficient in terms of land use than sole cropping. The study also revealed that intercropping onions and tomatoes provided additional income to farmers and helped maximize land use. However, farmers encountered challenges such as high seed costs, diseases, low output prices, and high transportation costs. In conclusion, the study suggested that intercropping onion and tomato is a viable agronomic strategy in the Muzaffargarh district, as it improves land-use efficiency and maximizes returns. The study showed that intercropping complemented each other and contributed to increasing yield per unit area and improving nutritional properties.
“HOMELAND” AS A CONCEPT FOR THE EUROPEAN NORTH CAUCASIANS OF THE FIRST WAVE IN EUROPE (1920-1930s)
Authors: Бабич И.Л.
Published: September 2023

Понятие «Родина» для северокавказских эмигрантов первого поколения, осевших в европейских странах в 1920-1930-х гг., в исторической перспективе получило разные трактовки в зависимости от следующих факторов: судьбы горца в России до 1917 г., политических взглядов, сложившихся до 1917 г. и в период эмиграции (монархических, националистических, религиозных), кругов общения в эмиграции, уровня адаптации к европейской жизни. Эта проблема лежала скорее в политическом поле, чем в нравственном восприятии понятия «Родина». Проявления отношения к Родине: стремление иметь французский паспорт или проживать по нансеновскому паспорту, стремление к общественно-политической деятельности в эмиграции, желание быть членом северокавказских организаций и т.д. В результате под понятием «Родина» могли фигурировать и Россия, и Северный Кавказ как часть России и как отдельный регион – Северный Кавказ, и Кавказ в целом. Цель статьи – на примерах судеб ряда северокавказских эмигрантов в Европе показать, как проявлялись выявленные нами тенденции.

In the historical perspective the concept of "homeland" for the first generation of North Caucasian emigrants, who settled in European countries in the 1920s-1930s, received different interpretations. It depended on the following factors: the fate of the persons in Russia before 1917, their political views that existed before 1917 ​​and during the period of emigration (monarchical, nationalist, religious), social life in emigration, the level of adaptation to European life. This problem belonged more to the political field than the moral aspect. The attitude towards the homeland was manifested in different ways: the desire to have a French passport or live with a Nansen passport, the desire for social and political activities in exile, the desire to be a member of North Caucasian organizations, etc. As a result, both Russia and the North Caucasus as part of Russia and as a separate region - the North Caucasus and the Caucasus as a whole - could be understood as Homeland. The aim of this article is to show the development of the trends on the example of North Caucasian European emigrants` lives.
PROBLEMS OF IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STATE POLICY OF DIGITALIZATION IN THE FIELD OF CULTURE IN MODERN TIMES
Authors: Прончатов А.О.
Published: September 2023

В статье проанализировано нормативно-правовое обеспечение процесса реализации государственной политики в сфере цифровизации. Представлены общегосударственные источники, регулирующие важность внедрения цифровых программ в государственном управлении. Автором рассмотрены стадии правового регулирования и становления процессов цифровизации в сфере культуры. Проанализированы основные нормативно-правовые акты, регулирующие работу учреждений культуры, по цифровизации различных процессов. Выявлены основные проблемы, сопровождающие реализацию государственной политики в данной сфере. Автор выделил основные недостатки в системе управления культурой, которые затрудняют внедрение цифровых технологий. Подчеркнута важность комплексности решения проблемы цифровизации вне зависимости от финансовой обеспеченности учреждения культуры. Приведены данные опроса, проведенного автором среди работников учреждений культуры и выявляющего их отношение к проблемам, возникающим в процессе цифровизации. В опросе акцент сделан на нехватку специалистов, поддерживающих цифровые процессы в учреждении культуры на должном уровне. Указывается на фундаментальную проблему обновления программного обеспечения все более новых технологий, что затрудняет сам процесс внедрения цифровизации в культурной сфере. В связи с этим представлены различные исследовательские подходы к изучению государственной политики в аспекте цифровизации в сфере культуры.

The author considers the stages of legal regulation and the formation of digitalization processes in the field of culture as a state policy. The main normative legal acts regulating the work of cultural institutions on digitalization of various processes are analyzed. The main problems accompanying the implementation of state policy in this area are identified. The data of the survey conducted by the author among employees of cultural institutions and revealing their attitude to the problems arising in the process of digitalization are presented. Various research approaches to the study of public policy in the aspect of digitalization in the field of culture are presented.
Direito basilar à livre iniciativa e regularização da atividade econômica
Authors: Bezerra Neto Francisco das Chagas , Nunes Alves de Sousa Milena , De Medeiros Aline Carla , Sarmento Gadelha Hugo , Ferreira de Almeida Lima Mateus , Marques Agílio Tomaz , Borges Maracajá Patrício
Published: September 2023

O princípio à livre iniciativa garante o direito de averiguar as atividades econômicas sem o impacto maciço do Estado, oferecendo a população o direito de exercer a sua atividade laborativa, independentemente de sua execução, em um ambiente de livre concorrência, dentro dos limites legais e satisfeitas as exigências do bem comum. Neste contexto, através de um estudo bibliográfico e documental, com o nível de profundidade exploratória, a presente pesquisa objetiva a discussão acerca do princípio da livre concorrência na Constituição Federal de 1988 e suas singularidades aplicáveis ao Direito Econômico, apresentando breves apontamentos sobre a evolução da livre iniciativa, a relação do liberalismo econômico e o direito fundamental à livre iniciativa, bem como o a atividade regulamentaria do poder estatal. Para tanto, é indispensável a utilização de artigos publicados no banco de dados da SCIELO, bem como legislação, jurisprudência, redes de computação e outras espécies de documentos publicados em período indeterminado.
The Scenario of organ and Tissue Donation for Post-mortem Transplantation in the 16th Health Region/RS
Authors: Silva Isadora Cristina da , Oldoni Árien Eliza , Zanardo Jean Carlos , Jacobina Lázaro Pereira
Published: September 2023

Introduction: The donation and transplantation of organs and tissues is a topic of multiprofessional interest and an important theme regarding the promotion of public health policies regarding the application of this therapy. Objectives: The objective of this article is to present an analysis of the scenario of organ and tissue donation after death, for transplantation, in the 16th Health Region of Rio Grande do Sul between 2010 and 2020, focusing on evaluating family refusals to donate. Methods: A census survey was carried out of the data referring to the brain death protocols carried out in the period, tabulated in Microsoft Excel, analyzed through the construction of time series and related using the chi-square test. Results: The analysis in the region shows a higher proportion of negatives (57.8 %) concerning acceptances (42.2 %) for organ and tissue donation. However, when only the last years of the period are observed, another reality is seen: from 2017 to 2019, the donation statements corresponded to more than 75 % of the interviewed families. In 2020, however, in an atypical way, no brain death protocols were concluded; therefore, no family underwent the interview for donation. Conclusion: There has been a trend toward an increase in donation percentages over the years, both in the 16th Health Region of Rio Grande do Sul and the rest of the country. However, the number of transplants performed is still lower than the population’s need.
Decreasing pH, COD and TSS of Domestic Liquid Waste Using Photocatalysis TiO2 (Titanium Dioxide)
Authors: Marhadi  , Adriansyah Endi , Herawati Peppy , Suzana Asih , Pratama Aulia Intan
Published: September 2023

Domestic waste comes from households that must be treated. Based on the Minister of Environment and Forestry Regulation Number P.68/Minister  Environment and Forestry-Secretary General/2016 concerning Domestic Wastewater Quality Standards, the government has set a maximum limit for waste water that can be disposed of to the environment or receiving water bodies. includes pH, TSS and COD parameters. This is useful for overcoming the problem of environmental pollution caused by wastewater. Waste water that is not managed properly will have an impact on human health. environmental pollution is harmful to humans. Domestic sewage treatment using a titanium dioxide photocatalyst shows the results of testing the pH value on domestic waste as shown below, showing that overall the concentration of parameters has increased the pH value decrease 90% from acidic to normal with the best pH value with a value of 6.57 at a contact time of 210 minutes of mass catalyst 2.5 grams. Parameter concentration decreased TSS value from initial value of 157 mg/L to normal with the best TSS value of 94 mg/L at contact time of 210 minutes with catalyst mass of 2.5 grams. COD value at contact time of 210 minutes with a mass of 2.5 grams of catalyst with a value of 2861 mg/L. COD value affects the time and mass of the catalyst (1). a decrease of 40.1% where the TSS value meets the quality standard, and the COD value has decreased by 31%. Addition of further processing to get a better COD.
Real-Time Changes of Heart Rhythm Using MATLAB
Authors: Pratama Destra Andika , Anisah Masayu , Marlianda Septi Adila
Published: September 2023

Highest mortality from cardiovascular disease (CVD) in 2019: 17.9 million people died worldwide, accounting for 32% of all deaths, 85% of which were due to heart attack and stroke. In Indonesia, 651,481 people die from cardiovascular disease each year, including 331,349 from stroke, 245,343 from coronary heart disease, and 50,620 from hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases. Disturbance of changes in heart rhythm is a condition when the heart's electrical activity is irregular, it can be faster or slower than usual. This disorder is closely related to cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and coronary artery disease. Changes in heart rhythm are usually not dangerous, but if the heartbeat starts to feel abnormal, it can be fatal and cause sudden death. Changes in heart rhythm can be detected using an electrocardiogram, often called an EKG. The function of the EKG is to record information about the state of the heart using electrodes attached to the body. An EKG examination usually has to be done in a hospital to find out the disease the patient is suffering from. This study implements an ECG signal real-time monitoring and processing system using AD8232 sensor module and will display the resulting ECG signal in MATLAB software. This test will be monitored using Simulink MATLAB on the MATLAB R2022b software. Testing the ECG signal studied there were two activities, namely normal activity and after exercising for five minutes. The test was carried out in a sitting position using a 21 years old woman. The results obtained from the system are made using the AD8232 sensor module has been successfully implemented using R peak detection to generate real-time heart rate. It was found that the heart rate varies between 85 to 90 beats per minute during normal activity. Meanwhile, the heart rate after five minutes of exercise reaches 107 to 111 beats per minute. From this heartbeat, we can assume that the heart is functioning normally.
CO2 and H2S Absorption in Tofu Liquid Waste Biogas using Packed Bed Scrubber with Variation of MEA Concentration and Flow Rate
Authors: Putra Aan Ade , Kalsum Leila , Hasan Abu
Published: September 2023

Biogas technology has become an alternative fuel that is often used in Indonesia. One of the raw materials for biogas that has the potential and is easy to obtain is waste from the tofu industry. Liquid waste still contains a lot of organic elements. The organic materials contained in the exhaust of the tofu industry are generally very high. The gases commonly found in tofu waste are nitrogen gas (N2), oxygen (O2), hydrogen sulfide (H2S), ammonia (NH3), carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4). These gases come from the decomposition of organic materials contained in wastewater. So that biogas produced from tofu liquid waste still contains CO2 and H2S gases which are quite high. Therefore, in this study the process of purification or refining of biogas products will be carried out using the absorption method through an absorber column using monoethanolamine (MEA) solution as a chemical absorbent through a 8 mm packed bed scrubber. The results showed that the best biogas flow rate in the purification process which produced the highest CH4 concentration of 95.12% was 40% MEA concentration and 0.8 L/min flow rate. The effect of MEA concentration on biogas purification causes the concentration of CO2 and H2S in the purified biogas to decrease as the MEA concentration increases. The best combination of 0.8 L/min biogas flow rate and 10 mm packing area reduces CO2 and H2S concentrations to 1.88% and 0 ppm.
Design and Stress Analysis of the Prototype Bapro-1 Car Chase
Authors: Effendi Sairul , Friatinia Della Dwi , Arnoldi Dwi , Jaya Rangga Danar
Published: September 2023

BAPRO-1 is a type of prototype vehicle made by the SMES (Sriwijaya Mechanical Engineering Squad) team. This car was made to be contested in the KMHE (Energy Saving Car Contest) event which has the aim of creating more effective motorized vehicles, both in terms of vehicle design, quality of components and so on which can improve fuel efficiency in these vehicles. This article shows the stress analysis of the BAPRO-1 vehicle chassis using the Autodesk Inventor application. The chassis tested uses aluminum 6061 and stainless-steel. The test is carried out with the assumption of a static load, namely when the car is stationary. The purpose of writing this article is to determine the value of safety, deflection, and the Von Misses number. This study uses the Autodesk Inventor software to create 3D images.
Application of the Halal Concept in the Era Industrial Revolution 4.0 in Indonesia
Authors: Reza Fachrul , Tinggogoy Filo Leonardo
Published: September 2023

This study aims to determine the application of the halal concept in the era of the industrial revolution 4.0 in Indonesia. The basis of this research was carried out because Indonesia was ranked 2nd as the country with the highest number of Muslim tourists based on data released by the OIC in 2019. The research method used is descriptive, which tries to answer the existing problems based on the data. The theory used refers to the marketing concept with Islamic teachings proposed by Bin Ya'qub al-Tahir and Sharif Murad, namely product, price, place and promotion. The results of the study show that the halal industry has a fairly good development potential, but it is unfortunate that the Muslim community still lacks awareness of the benefits and importance of consuming halal food, through the marketing strategy of halal food in the industrial era 4.0. The industrial revolution 4.0 presents great challenges and opportunities for the advancement of the halal industry in Indonesia and the world. Thus, the readiness of sharia economic stakeholders is needed in solving the complex problems of digitalization. Sharia economic actors are required to continue to innovate in product and market research, and it is a mandate to advance the halal industry as a superior product in boosting the popularity of the sharia economy
CARNIVORA FROM THE EARLY PLEISTOCENE OF GRĂUNCEANU (OLTEŢ RIVER VALLEY, DACIAN BASIN, ROMANIA)
Authors: WERDELIN LARS , DRĂGUŞIN VIRGIL , ROBU MARIUS , PETCULESCU ALEXANDRU , POPESCU AURELIAN , CURRAN SABRINA , E. TERHUNE CLAIRE
Published: September 2023

The Grăunceanu site in the Olteţ River Valley has yielded a rich carnivoran assemblage including at least 10, possibly 11 species: Vulpes alopecoides, Nyctereutes megamastoides, Ursus etruscus, Meles thorali, Lutraeximia sp., Pliocrocuta perrieri, Lynx issiodorensis, Puma pardoides, Megantereon cultridens, Homotherium latidens and possibly Pachycrocuta brevirostris. The faunal assemblage is compared with approximately coeval sites Europe and western Asia. This comparative analysis shows that the Grăunceanu assemblage shows the greatest similarities with sites to the west such as Senèze and, particularly, Saint-Vallier, rather than more easternly ones such as Liventsovka and Dmanisi. The relative abundance of the taxa at Grăunceanu was compared to that of Saint-Vallier and broad similarities were found, except for the absence of some cursorially adapted taxa present at Saint-Vallier but absent from Grăunceanu. The absence at Grăunceanu of taxa with a reconstructed cursorial hunting strategy, such as Chasmaporthetes and Acinonyx, may suggest less open habitat at Grăunceanu than indicated in previous paleoenvironmental reconstructions.
The Role of Direct-to-Consumer Sexually Transmitted Infection Screening for Survivors of Sexual Assault
Authors: Griner Stacey B. , Aiken Julia , Johnson Kaeli C. , Webb Nathaniel J. , Kline Nolan
Published: September 2023

Background Direct-to-consumer screening options for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) may be an innovative, trauma-informed approach to consider for survivors of sexual assault, however, little research has explored women’s perceptions. The purpose of this paper is to explore the perspectives of direct-to-consumer STI screening as a potential method for college women who have experienced sexual assault. Methods Sexually active college women, age 18-24 were interviewed (n=24) regarding their overall perceptions of direct-to-consumer methods for STI screening. Interviews were analyzed thematically by two coders (Kappa=.83). The data generated an emergent theme that was not included in the a-priori theory-based coding. This theme focused on the potential acceptability of direct-to-consumer methods for women survivors of sexual assault. Results Participants discussed that women who survived sexual assault as among those who would benefit from the availability of direct-to-consumer methods for STI screening. They placed survivors at an intersection of barriers that often prevent people from seeking traditional screenings. Subthemes demonstrate that participants considered the survivor’s intrapersonal decision-making and how the survivor must navigate the sociocultural environment of the university. Results indicate that availability of direct-to-consumer methods for STI screening may mitigate sexual assault-related stigma and discomfort associated with reporting or seeking care, such as seeing a physician. Discussion Direct-to-consumer methods may mitigate challenges associated with the current medicolegal approach to sexual assault care by removing potential areas for re-traumatization and providing access to supportive health services. However, further research is necessary to understand the role of direct-to-consumer methods for survivors of sexual assault. Conclusion Although direct-to-consumer methods may provide useful STI screening opportunities, social factors contributing to the disparities in sexual assault and sexually transmitted infection rates on college campuses remain priorities for future interventions.
Protective Health Behaviors among Critical Care Nurses Concerning Pressure Ulcer Prevention for Hospitalized Patients at Baghdad Teaching Hospitals
Authors: Majeed Haider , Hassan Ahmed Fleih , Jasim Aqeel Habeeb , Al-Ganmi Ali Hussein
Published: September 2023

Background: Pressure ulcers remain a serious complication for immobile patients and a burden for healthcare professionals. Objectives: To assess health behavior prevention among critical care nurses regarding pressure ulcer prevention for hospitalized patients and to find out the relationship between critical care nurses health behavior prevention and sociodemographic variables. Methods: A cross-sectional design study was carried out in critical care units at three teaching hospitals. The study period extended from November 1, 2022, to January 28, 2023. Non-probability purposive sampling, whose target population was 100 nurses who work in critical care units in Baghdad, Iraq. The data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire. The data was collected from November 10th through December 23rd, 2022. Study instruments consist of two parts. First, the demographic sheet included sociodemographic information about the participants. The second part includes nurses’ attitudes toward the pressure ulcer prevention instrument (APuP). The collected data was analyzed using SPSS version 26. Results: Findings of the current study showed nearly three-quarters (74%) of critical care nurses had positive health behaviors regarding pressure ulcer prevention based on a total mean score of 2.26. Conclusion: This study concluded that the critical care units’ nurses surveyed in this study demonstrate an acceptable level of knowledge regarding pressure ulcer prevention and treatment. Continuing education or in-service training should be provided to enhance critical care units’ nurses’ practices and positive health behaviors about pressure ulcer prevention.
Oxytropis immersa (Baker ex Aiatch.) Bunge Ex Fedtsch. (Fabaceae) – A New Record for India from Pin Valley National Park, Himachal Pradesh
Authors: Sekar K. , Srivastava S.
Published: September 2023

Oxytropis immersa Baker ex Aitch.) Bunge ex Fedtsch. (Fabaceae) is described as a new record for India from Pin Valley National Park, Lahaul-Spiti in Himachal Pradesh.
Increasing The Effectiveness of Islamic Religious Education Learning in Building Students’s Spiritual Intelligence
Authors: Khadavi Jadid , Nizar Ahmat , Syahri Akhmad
Published: September 2023

Effective Islamic Religious Education learning will motivate students to excel and have high spiritual values. With high spirituality, integrity will be built by involving inner unity and more dynamic social relations, as well as the ability of individuals to have a life orientation that is far into the future. This research is field research conducted at Madrasah Aliyah al-Khoiriyah Probolinggo. Data collection techniques were carried out through interviews, observation, and documentation. The research subjects included school principals, deputy heads of curriculum, deputy heads of student affairs, Islamic religious education teachers, and students. Data analysis techniques with data triangulation consist of data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. The results of the study show that: First, the institution's efforts in building the spiritual intelligence of Madrasah Aliyah al-Khoiriyah Probolinggo students, namely applying time discipline in terms of Duha prayer activities and Teaching and Learning Activities (KBM); Second, increasing the learning of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) in building spiritual intelligence is carried out through inculcating Islamic values ​​and noble morals which are embodied in all learning activities and exemplary teachers in schools.
Kepemimpinan Kepala Sekolah dalam Meningkatkan Sumber Daya Manusia (Studi Kasus di SD Glagaharum Kabupaten Sidoarjo)
Authors: Kamil Satunggale Kurniawan
Published: September 2023

Leadership is the most important factor in supporting the achievement of school organizational goals. The success of the school principal in managing the office, managing school infrastructure, fostering teachers, or managing other school activities is largely determined by the leadership of the school principal. If the principal can mobilize, guide and direct members appropriately, all activities in the school organization will be carried out effectively. On that basis, the researchers conducted research on the implementation of school principal leadership to improve human resources at Public Alementary school Glagaharum, Sidoarjo Regency. The approach in this study was qualitative research. In this study the issues raised were activities related to the leadership of the principal to increase human resources carried out by Public Alementary school Glagaharum, and for good principal leadership can make members trust, loyal, and motivated to carry out organizational tasks effectively. optimal. For this reason, the success of the principal's leadership can be seen from the performance of the members. One factor that shows the performance of members is their work motivation.
Keywords: increasing school human resources
Analisis Penerapan Kurikulum Merdeka dalam Meningkatkan Kemampuan Representasi Matematis Siswa
Authors: Ismaya Ega , Yusritawati Ita
Published: September 2023

The development of the education curriculum in Indonesia, particularly the 2021 Merdeka Curriculum, focuses on instilling character education through P5 (Penguatan Profil Pelajar Pancasila Project). However, students still face difficulties in understanding mathematics, particularly mathematical representation. This study employs a qualitative descriptive method to evaluate the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in enhancing mathematical representation skills in Grade VII-B at SMP Negeri 2 Cibeureum. Data is collected through observations, tests on mathematical representation abilities, and student interviews. The findings indicate that most students possess moderate mathematical representation skills, with the Merdeka Curriculum playing a vital role in enhancing these skills through active interactions. Students with lower proficiency require a deeper approach and social support. Interviews reveal positive changes in the learning process, yet as per the observational results, some students remain inactive in the learning process. The full objectives of the Merdeka Curriculum have not been entirely achieved. The teacher interview results reveal implementation barriers, such as selecting teaching models that match students' learning styles. Teachers strive to overcome these barriers through reflection, discussions with colleagues, and the creation of more engaging teaching models.
Higher Education Students’ Efforts to Overcome Internal Problems in the Academic Speaking Subject
Authors: Redjeki Indah Sri , Nurdayani Nurdayani , Muhajir R. , Retnowati Nanik
Published: September 2023

This study aimed to find information about students’ internal problems in the academic speaking subject as well as students’ efforts to overcome the problems. The participants in this study were students who had passed the subject in the 2018 academic year in a private university in Bogor. This study was a qualitative research by using questionnaires and interviews as research instruments to explore information related to the two research questions: 1) what are the students’ internal problems in the academic speaking subject? and 2) what are the students' efforts to overcome the problems? This study discovered four kinds of internal problems, namely: the problems in expressing ideas, applying correct grammar patterns, speaking anxiety, and low motivation. This study also discovered students’ efforts to overcome the problems, including preparing the material to be discussed, practicing speaking up with friends, practicing pronouncing English words correctly, learning grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation from grammar books, dictionary, and English learning applications. The findings of this study are expected to be useful, not only for students to keep doing the efforts in improving their speaking skills, but also for teachers to support students’ efforts to overcome the internal problems in the academic speaking subject
Analisis Nilai Sosial Dalam Buku “Cerita Rakyat Nias” Karya Sadieli Telaumbanua dan Berliana Siagawati Waruwu
Authors: Nazara Dewi Murni Hartati , Harefa Noveri Amal Jaya
Published: September 2023

Literature is a form of creative and productive human expression in the form of experiences, thoughts, feelings in producing a work or idea and the spirit has aesthetic value and is able to reflect forms of social reality for society. Literary works are created to convey certain messages that have deep meaning, and their existence cannot be separated from socio-cultural problems in everyday life. The problem in this study is the meaning and value contained in the book "Folk Stories of Nias" by Sadieli Telaumbanua and Berliana Siagawati Waruwu. The purpose of this research is to seek and find social values ​​in the book "Folk Stories of Nias" by Sadieli Telaumbanua and Berliana Siagawati Waruwu, especially social values: material, vital and spiritual. The method used in this study is a qualitative research method based on literature. To analyze data there are three stages, namely reduction, presentation, and conclusion. Based on the research results, three social values ​​were found, namely (1) material values, (2) vital values, (3) spiritual values
Analisis Makna Fangowai dan Fame’e Afo pada Pesta Pernikahan Adat Nias Sebagai Bentuk Edukasi di Kota Gunungsitoli
Authors: Zendrato Lesnawati , Harefa Noveri Amal J
Published: September 2023

Culture is a lifestyle that grows and is owned by a group of individuals, then passed on to future generations. Each region in Indonesia has its own unique culture that is not shared by other regions. Local culture has an important role in shaping the identity of the Indonesian people. One aspect that needs to be considered and instilled is the customs in the wedding ceremony. Fangowai and fame'e afo are very significant elements in Nias traditional wedding ceremonies, the two of which cannot be separated from one another. Fangowai reflects respect for invited guests (fasumangeta) and shows high manners. The purpose of this research is to understand the meaning of fangowai and fame'e afo in the traditional Nias wedding tradition in Gunungsitoli City, as well as learn lessons that can be applied in everyday life. The research method used is a qualitative approach with a descriptive research type. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the meaning of fangowai and fame'e afo at the traditional Nias wedding in Gunungsitoli City are as the main and first tribute at the wedding, as sia'a böwö (eldest custom), as Nias traditional cultural heritage
Evaluasi Terhadap Implementasi Manajemen Perpustakaan Sebagai Sarana Pembelajaran di SMA Muhammadiyah 1 Gresik
Authors: Rahman Muhammad Afifi
Published: September 2023

In Permendikbud No. 3 of 2020 concerning Standards for Learning facilities and infrastructure are the minimum criteria regarding facilities and infrastructure in accordance with the needs of the content and learning process in the framework of fulfilling graduate learning outcomes. In general, this study aims to evaluate the implementation of learning-based library management organized by SMA Muhammadiyah 1 Gresik. Based on its purpose, this research was designed as a qualitative research. In this case the population in this study are students, teachers, foundation owners, and school principals. The research subjects were a portion of the population at SMA Muhammadiyah 1 Gresik. The results obtained in this study are expected to provide an explanation of how learning-based library management is implemented in terms of learning process standards. The results showed that the maintenance of learning-based library facilities at SMA Muhammadiyah 1 Gresik was carried out in the context of efficiency and effectiveness. Continuous (regular, routine) maintenance is carried out in this school library. Library maintenance involves teachers, librarians, and student
Strategies for Utilising Educational Technology to Improve the Competitiveness of Student Small Businesses
Authors: Sutrisno Sutrisno
Published: September 2023

In the era of globalisation and advances in information technology, competition in various business sectors is increasingly fierce, including in the world of small businesses. On the other hand, higher education also faces the challenge of preparing students to become graduates who have high competitiveness in the ever-changing labour market. The purpose of this study is to explain the strategy of utilising educational technology to improve the competitiveness of students' small businesses. This research is a literature review that uses a qualitative method approach, which means it will analyse and interpret data by relying on information and text from various sources. The study results show that the integration of educational technology has a significant positive impact on the growth of small businesses as well as students' readiness to face competition in the global market. Through technology-based education, students are given the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of business aspects, develop relevant technological skills, and design smarter strategies. Technology adoption supports operational efficiency with automation of routine tasks, more accurate inventory management, and better financial management. The utilisation of technology also provides opportunities for innovation in products, services, and business processes, which in turn helps small businesses to compete better in the marketplace.
The Role of ChatGPT in Improving the Efficiency of Education Management Processes
Authors: Harini Hegar
Published: September 2023

Education is one of the main pillars in a country's development, given its important role in shaping a competent and competitive young generation. In today's digital and information technology era, the role of technology in education is increasingly important to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the learning process and overall education management. The purpose of this study is to examine more deeply the role of ChatGPT in improving the efficiency of the education management process. This research is a literature review that uses a qualitative method approach, which means it will analyse and interpret data by relying on information and text from various sources. The research found that ChatGPT's role in improving the efficiency of the education management process is significant. This technology has opened the door for a positive transformation in the way education is managed, taught and run. By providing instant information, assistance in learning, and support in communication, ChatGPT can enrich the educational experience of students, teachers, parents, and administrative staff.
Nhận xét kết quả chăm sóc người bệnh sau thở máy bằng liệu pháp oxy lưu lượng cao qua mở khí quản tại Bệnh viện Hữu Nghị Việt Đức năm 2023
Authors: Tống Văn Lãm , Nguyễn Lan Anh
Published: September 2023

Mục tiêu: Nghiên cứu này nhằm nhận xét sự thay đổi các chỉ số lâm sàng, chỉ số ROX, tỷ lệ thở máy trên người bệnh sử dụng HFTO.
Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu sử dụng phương pháp mô tả cắt ngang được tiến hành trên 50 người bệnh từ tháng 5 đến8/2023 tại Bệnh viện Hữu nghị Việt Đức, đánh giá tại 4 thời điểm: T0, T1, T2, T3.
Kết quả: Nhóm HFTO có nhịp thở thấp hơn, bão hoà oxy và chỉ số ROX cao hơn (p < 0,05). Không có sự khác biệt về huyết áp và nhịp tim. Tỷ lệ thở máy ở nhóm HFTO là 4% và nhóm sử dụng oxy lưu lượng thấplà 20% (p < 0,05).
Kết luận: Người bệnh sử dụng HFTO có nhịp thở thấp hơn, bão hoà oxy và chỉ số ROX cao hơn. Huyết áp và nhịp tim ít thay đổi. HFTO giúp giảm tỷ lệ thở máy.
A Combined approach of surgery and negative pressure wound therapy in post intramuscular injection necrotizing fasciitis: A case report
Authors: Eleiba Rami , Eleiba Mohamed
Published: September 2023

Necrotizing fasciitis is one of the most severe soft tissue infections, having substantial fatality rates even in facilities with the highest standards. Typically, it first affects the muscular fascia before spreading to the muscles and subcutaneous tissues. Thus, the therapy for this illness depends on early detection. In this report, we present the case of an 18-year-old male who developed severe necrotizing fasciitis in the right gluteal area following an intramuscular injection of diclofenac sodium. The patient received significant surgical debridement, negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT), and antibiotics as part of their care. A split-thickness skin graft was used for reconstruction. Our results were outstanding as the wound totally healed. Overall, our findings portrayed the importance of taking serious action against soft tissue infections.