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Soundscape Optimization Strategies Based on Landscape Elements in Urban Parks: A Case Study of Greenlake Park in Kunming
Authors: Tian Lili , Winterbottom Daniel , Liu Juanjuan
Published: June 2023

The soundscape quality of urban parks can influence the mental and physical health of park visitors. This paper proposes strategies for optimizing soundscape quality by correlating the physical parameters to the human perception. The data has been gathered through a case study of Greenlake Park located in Kunming, China. The objective physical acoustic indexes and the subjective soundscape perception were analyzed using a combination of GIS spatial statistical analysis from 1224 pieces of environmental sound pressure level data and questionnaire data of human perception collected through soundwalks. The conclusions are as follows: (1) Compared with water bodies, lands perform better in absorbing and reducing the environmental sound pressure level with a decrease of 2.0 dB every 15 m in the terrestrial landscape of rich plant layers and high degree of enclosure, compared to a decrease of 1.5 dB every 15 m in the water landscape with lotus leaves, cruise ships or structures; (2) Sound pressure level and types of sound sources profoundly affect our soundscape perception. Acoustic environment evaluation, soundscape suitability, visual preferences, pleasure perception and relaxation perception are positively correlated with natural sound perception (p < 0.01), while significantly negatively correlated with sound pressure level, human activity and mechanical sound perception. In the end, the correlation between landscape elements and sound pressure level, sound sources and soundscape perception are discussed, and a soundscape optimization strategy for urban parks supported by research data is proposed.
Tourism and Travel Competitiveness Index: From Theoretical Definition to Practical Analysis in Romania
Authors: Băbăț Andrei-Florin , Mazilu Mirela , Niță Amalia , Drăguleasa Ionuț-Adrian , Grigore Mihaela
Published: June 2023

The competitiveness of tourist destinations presents, from the perspective of sustainability, certain benefits in terms of local and regional development: the involvement of local authorities (city, local and county councils, population) in the conservation of tourist resources, the involvement of tourism agencies in the promotion of rural areas, the creation of brands for each tourist destination/region and the protection of cultural-historical heritage from degradation. Competitiveness, as a segment of sustainability, integrated in Romanian local communities, is necessary in order to offer tourists an unmistakable experience of the natural and anthropogenic tourism potential of destinations, to raise the population’s awareness, to preserve traditions, customs and habits and to practice tourism based on sustainability, awareness and without any pollution of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. This study aims to highlight the image of Romania’s tourism competitiveness, which could support the tourism economy in the long term, by analysing the Global Tourism and Travel Competitiveness Index (TTCI) in Romania, compared to two other neighbouring countries, Bulgaria and Hungary. The Global Competitiveness Index provides an integrative picture of the main sub-indices that interfere in the formation of a country’s competitiveness, with insights on the 12 pillars that intervene in the sustainable development of tourist destinations worldwide.
How Does the Digital Transformation of Banks Improve Efficiency and Environmental, Social, and Governance Performance?
Authors: Zhu Yongjie , Jin Shanyue
Published: June 2023

In the era of the digital economy, traditional industries have begun to realize digital transformations. For commercial banks, digital transformation is a trend and a requirement and is the only way to achieve sustainable development. At the same time, at the helm of the enterprise, executives play an essential role in the development of commercial banks. This study explored the relationship between digital bank transformation and bank efficiency, environment, society, and corporate governance (ESG) through empirical analysis, and how executives’ innovation awareness and executive technical background affect the relationships between digital bank transformation, bank efficiency, and ESG. This study used the regression method of fixed effects to conduct empirical research on the data of China’s A-share listed banks from 2011 to 2021. The research results show that the digital transformation of banks has improved efficiency and promoted the ESG performance of commercial banks. At the same time, executives’ innovation consciousness and technical background have played a positive regulatory role in banks’ digital transformation to promote bank efficiency and ESG. The main research object of this study was Chinese commercial banks. The bank’s digital transformation results were examined and the research was expanded to digital transformation and ESG. At the same time, this study has particular significance for investors who have a financial interest in banks.
Role of Lake Aquatic–Terrestrial Ecotones in the Ecological Restoration of Eutrophic Water Bodies
Authors: Dai Tingting , Liu Rui , Zhou Xingxing , Zhang Jing , Song Mengting , Zou Ping , Bi Xiaoyi , Li Shuibing
Published: June 2023

Freshwater lake eutrophication is a global concern causing adverse effects on aquatic ecosystems. The degradation of lake aquatic–terrestrial ecotones, which are the transitional zones between terrestrial and water ecosystems, contributes to eutrophication. These ecotones play vital roles in nutrient cycling, runoff control, biodiversity conservation, and habitat provision. In the past three decades, the research on lake aquatic–terrestrial ecotones has focused on techniques for managing contaminants and runoff purification. This paper reviews the recent studies on the restoration ability of eutrophic water bodies in lake aquatic–terrestrial ecotones in recent years regarding three aspects: the establishment, restoration mechanism, and improvement of restoration function. In addition, ecological factors such as lakeshore height, water level, surface runoff, shallow groundwater level, and rainfall intensity have impacts on the restoration capacity of lake aquatic–terrestrial ecotones.
Managing Comorbidities, Determinants and Disability at Start and End of TB Treatment under Routine Program Conditions in China
Authors: Liu Yuhong , Lin Yan , Sun Yuxian , Thekkur Pruthu , Cheng Changhao , Li Yuecui , Shi Yunzhen , Jiang Jun , Liao Jiong , Nie Chuangui , Sun Wenyan , Liang Chengyuan , Zhang Xiaojuan , Liu Sang , Ma Yan , Berger Selma Dar , Satyanarayana Srinath , Kumar Ajay M. V. , Khogali Mohammed , Zachariah Rony , Golub Jonathan E. , Li Liang , Harries Anthony D.
Published: June 2023

Many patients with tuberculosis (TB) have comorbidities, risk determinants and disability that co-exist at diagnosis, during and after TB treatment. We conducted an observational cohort study in 11 health facilities in China to assess under routine program conditions (i) the burden of these problems at the start and end of TB treatment and (ii) whether referral mechanisms for further care were functional. There were 603 patients registered with drug-susceptible TB who started TB treatment: 84% were symptomatic, 14% had diabetes, 14% had high blood pressure, 19% smoked cigarettes, 10% drank excess alcohol and in 45% the 6 min walking test (6MWT) was abnormal. Five patients were identified with mental health disorders. There were 586 (97%) patients who successfully completed TB treatment six months later. Of these, 18% were still symptomatic, 12% had diabetes (the remainder with diabetes failed to complete treatment), 5% had high blood pressure, 5% smoked cigarettes, 1% drank excess alcohol and 25% had an abnormal 6MWT. Referral mechanisms for the care of comorbidities and determinants worked well except for mental health and pulmonary rehabilitation for disability. There is need for more programmatic-related studies in other countries to build the evidence base for care of TB-related conditions and disability.
Progress in PRRSV Infection and Adaptive Immune Response Mechanisms
Authors: Cai Huanchang , Zhang Hewei , Cheng Huai , Liu Min , Wen Shubo , Ren Jingqiang
Published: June 2023

Since its discovery, Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) has had a huge impact on the farming industry. The virus that causes PRRS is Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSV), and because of its genetic diversity and the complexity of the immune response, the eradication of PRRS has been a challenge. To provide scientific references for PRRSV control and vaccine development, this study describes the processes of PRRSV-induced infection and escape, as well as the host adaptive immune response to PRRSV. It also discusses the relationship between PRRSV and the adaptive immune response.
SARS-CoV-2 Inactivation in Aerosol by Means of Radiated Microwaves
Authors: Manna Antonio , De Forni Davide , Bartocci Marco , Pasculli Nicola , Poddesu Barbara , Lista Florigio , De Santis Riccardo , Amatore Donatella , Grilli Giorgia , Molinari Filippo , Sangiovanni Vincentelli Alberto , Lori Franco
Published: June 2023

Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that cause disease in mammals and birds. In humans, coronaviruses cause infections on the respiratory tract that can be fatal. These viruses can cause both mild illnesses such as the common cold and lethal illnesses such as SARS, MERS, and COVID-19. Air transmission represents the principal mode by which people become infected by SARS-CoV-2. To reduce the risks of air transmission of this powerful pathogen, we devised a method of inactivation based on the propagation of electromagnetic waves in the area to be sanitized. We optimized the conditions in a controlled laboratory environment mimicking a natural airborne virus transmission and consistently achieved a 90% (tenfold) reduction of infectivity after a short treatment using a Radio Frequency (RF) wave emission with a power level that is safe for people according to most regulatory agencies, including those in Europe, USA, and Japan. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time that SARS-CoV-2 has been shown to be inactivated through RF wave emission under conditions compatible with the presence of human beings and animals. Additional in-depth studies are warranted to extend the results to other viruses and to explore the potential implementation of this technology in different environmental conditions.
The Conditionality of Wetland Ecological Compensation: Supervision Analysis Based on Game Theory
Authors: Pang Jie , Chu Zongling , Xu Ke , Luan Jian , Hu Yu
Published: June 2023

Wetland ecological compensation (WEC) is the key to the conflict between wetland conservation and economic development. While “conditionality” is critical to the efficiency and equity of WEC projects, supervision guarantees the conditionality and effects of WEC policies. Based on field research around the Poyang Lake, this paper applies game theory to systematically analyze WEC supervision and leverages the model of dynamic game with incomplete information to discuss the effects of weak supervision on rural households’ future behaviors. The results show that (1) weak supervision greatly dampens the effects of WEC projects; (2) the key underlying causes of weak supervision include low compensation rates, low default costs, and low probability of actual supervision, and the respective relevance of the three causes is not parallel but decreasing; (3) further analysis based on the model of dynamic game with incomplete information demonstrated that weak supervision affects rural households’ current and future behaviors. The paper concludes that, in order to address the roots of weak WEC supervision, appropriate compensation rates should be developed; default costs should be increased; and the actual supervision probability of authorities should be raised. The paper provides detailed explanations of real-life problems and fills the gap in the existing research by defining “weak regulation”, exploring its root causes, and comprehensively analyzing and forecasting its impacts.
Predictive Simulation Study on the Effect of Small and Medium River Basin Outfall Treatment Measures on Water Quality Improvement
Authors: Ye Yong , Zhang Jilin , Liu Huimin , Zhu Weikun
Published: June 2023

In recent years, the problem of water pollution in middle and small river basins has become increasingly serious. In order to control the water pollution of small- and medium-sized rivers, based upon the hydrodynamic module and the water quality module in MIKE21, this paper established a numerical computing model for middle and small river basins by taking the Xiyong River Basin as a typical representative. The excessive levels of nitrogen in the Xiyong River have significantly impaired the quality of the water in terms of the river status, so seven different scenario hypotheses of treatment measures are proposed, based on which the hydrodynamic simulation on the total nitrogen (TN) concentration’s movement was implemented and the time of the nitrogen concentration to reach the standard was predicted. The results showed that the water quality of the Xiyong River improved significantly after the treatment measure, and the annual mean of the TN concentration will decrease by 0.496 mg/L. The results will help the government to control the pollution sources of small and medium river basins. The research of Xiyong River based on the MIKE21 model can be used as the basis for pollution reduction and water quality improvement, which provides an example for the ecological restoration of small and medium rivers.
Ozonation Processes for Color Removal from Urban and Leather Tanning Wastewater
Authors: Lanzetta Anna , Papirio Stefano , Oliva Armando , Cesaro Alessandra , Pucci Luca , Capasso Emanuele Mariano , Esposito Giovanni , Pirozzi Francesco
Published: June 2023

The need to ensure adequate levels of both human and environmental health protection calls for the identification of efficient wastewater treatment processes that target the removal of conventional pollutants as well as emerging contaminants, including synthetic dyes. This study explores the potential of ozone for use in the decolorization of both pretreated tannery wastewater and urban wastewater effluents. Different ozone contact times (15, 30, and 45 min) were applied to such wastewater samples at an uncontrolled (7.5–8.2) pH as well as at a pH adjusted to 10. The highest color removal efficiencies (REs) (>90%) were obtained with urban wastewater after a 45 min contact time and at pH 10. Under the same conditions, a COD RE from 31 to 51% was achieved. Even without pH adjustment, color and COD REs ranging from 81 to 92% and 39 to 41%, respectively, were obtained. A preliminary evaluation of the costs associated with the implementation of an ozonation stage within the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) generating the urban wastewater used here was carried out. The energy cost of the ozone treatment would account for a 69% increase in the total energy cost of the WWTP, suggesting the need to identify proper strategies to enhance the cost-competitiveness of this technology.
Assessing and Mapping the Environmental Impacts of Best Management Practices in Nitrate-Vulnerable Areas
Authors: Curk Miha , Glavan Matjaž
Published: June 2023

This investigation explores the impact of various management practices on nitrate leaching and crop yield in two specific areas in Slovenia. The issue of nitrate leaching from agricultural land is a worldwide threat to drinking water, and despite years of research efforts, universal solutions are still unknown. The two chosen study sites are significant because of their importance for agricultural production and because groundwater aquifers beneath are main sources of drinking water, which makes imposing mitigation measures challenging. One of the areas was reported to be of “bad” status according to the Water Framework Directive criteria, while the other is at risk of reaching this status if nitrate concentrations in groundwater continue to rise. This research used the SWAT model to simulate nitrate leaching and crop yield changes under different agricultural scenarios on different soil types. It aimed to accomplish two objectives: first, to identify parts of the case study areas where the existing combination of soil conditions and agricultural practices enables a high potential for nitrate leaching; second, to identify agricultural practices that decrease nitrate leaching from various soil types while maintaining crop yields in each area. By identifying the most vulnerable locations and the most promising practices, we generated a chart of best management practices for specific soil types as a guide that extension services can use to advise farmers on potential management improvements. The main findings demonstrate that reducing fertilizer application, both organic and inorganic, in areas where the rates exceed crop requirements may not have a significant impact on crop production. However, these reductions often resulted in a noticeable decrease in nitrate exports. The results also showed that soil type is crucially important and should always be considered when evaluating the effects of agricultural management on crop yields and nitrate leaching.
Improvement Managerial Ability Manager of Cendekia Lasem Vocational High School Unit Production
Authors: Tahwin Muhammad
Published: June 2023

As a partner in this community dedication is the Unit Production of Cendekia Lasem Vocational High School. The problems faced by partner are (1) Low business motivation, (2) Not being able to arrange a business plan, and (3) Not having the ability to manage finances. Thus the implementation of this dedication Program is to improve the managerial ability of Cendekia Lasem Vocational School Unit Production Manager. The implementation methods used are training and mentoring. The results of the activity are (1) partners show a positive attitude to face opportunities and challenges in developing unit production, (2) partners are able to arrange a business plan so that they have an overview of the business to be carried out including activity plans to achieve business goals, and (3) partners are able to arrange financial report based Android so it can be easy to make financial reports.
Peningkatan Kesejahteraan Berbasis Maqosid Syariah Melalui Qard Hassan Yang Dimoderasi Financial Literacy di Unit Simpan Pinjam ADELWIS Demak
Authors: Khajar Ibnu , Alfian Ahmad Hijri , Nurcholis Lutfi
Published: June 2023

ALDEWIS is a savings and loan unit managed by RT women in Batursari,     Mranggen Demak. Established in 2007, which is currently experiencing a gap between supply and demand for funds due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A strategy is needed to make it exist and be able to serve members in particular and society in general. The objectives of community service are: (1) Providing solutions so that all productive-based loan fund needs of all ALDEWIS members can be well served, (2) Motivating the use of ALDEWIS and Qard Hassn (QH) funds for productive purposes, and (3) Motivating business results with productive motives to increase welfare based on maqosid shari'ah. The method of implementing the service is in the form of service activities based on the delivery of simple materials and training. Submission of material with an interactive, group-based and comprehensive discussion approach. The training is in the form of a simple accounting process practice. The results of community service activities: (1) The supply demand gap for credit funds was slightly helped by the QH credit package, (2) ALDEWIS members were motivated to consume ALDEWIS and QH credit funds for productive purposes after understanding the practical educational elements of QH and financial literacy as well as the accounting process simple, (3) ALDEWIS members are motivated to carry out the vision of QH donors so as to lead to the achievement of increasing the welfare of maqosid sharia.ALDEWIS merupakan unit simpan pinjam yang dikelola oleh Ibu-Ibu RT di Batursari, Mranggen Demak. Berdiri sejak tahun 2007 yang saat ini sedang mengalami gap antara suplly dan demand dana karena pandemi COVID-19. Diperlukan strategi guna membuatnya tetap eksis berdiri dan bisa melayani anggota pada khususnya dan masyarakat pada umumnya. Tujuan pengabdian masyarakat : (1) Memberikan solusi agar semua kebutuhan dana pinjaman berbasis produktif semua anggota ALDEWIS bisa terlayani dengan baik, (2) Memotivasi pemenafaatan dana ALDEWIS dan Qard Hassn (QH) untuk tujuan produktif, dan (3) Memotivasi hasil usaha motif produktif untuk peningkatkan kesejahteraan berbasis maqosid syari’ah. Metode pelaksanaan pengabdian berupa kegiatan pengabdian berbasis penyampaian materi dan   pelatihan sederhana. Penyampaian materi dengan pendekatan Diskusi interaktif, berbasis kelompok dan komprehensif. Pelatihan berupa praktek proses akuntansi sederhana. Hasil kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat: (1) Gap supply demand dana kredit sedikit terbantu dengan adanaya paket kredit QH, (2) Para anggota ALDEWIS termotivasi untuk mengkonsumsi dana kredit ALDEWIS dan QH untuk tujuan produktip setelah memahami unsur edukatip praktis QH dan financial literacy serta proses akuntansi sederhana, (3) Para anggota ALDEWIS termotivasi untuk menjalankan visi donatur QH sehingga mengarah   tercapainya peningkatan kesejahteraan maqosid syariah.
Pelatihan Public Speaking Dalam Mendukung Pembuatan Materi Pembelajaran Digital Di SD Muhammadiyah 08 Semarang
Authors: Wiratmo Liliek Budiastuti , Mardhiyani Nur Laili , Febriyani Arifa Rachma
Published: June 2023

Berbicara merupakan keterampilan vital bagi seorang guru. Karena mereka tidak banyak menyampaikan materi kepada peserta didik/siswa namun harus mampu menanamkan pemahaman tentang materi yang disampaikan.  Di masa normal sebelum pandemi persoalan berbicara dapat dikatakan lebih mudah diatasi, namun di masa pandemi menjadi tantangan tersendiri. Proses pembelajaran yang semula dilaksanakan secara luring dan memungkinkan guru dan murid dapat bertemu bahkan bersentuhan menjadi tantangan saat harus dilakukan secara daring. Mitra dalam kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah guru SD Muhammadiyah 08 Kota Semarang. Metode yang digunakan terbagi dalam empat sesi: paparan materi, pendalaman, praktik dan evaluasi hasil praktik public speaking. Dalam evaluasi praktik terungkap ada hal-hal yang sebelumnya tidak diketahui, sejak persiapan hingga saat berbicara serta persoalan-persoalan teknis. Melalui kegiatan ini peserta merasa memperoleh pengetahuan baru mengenai cara berbicara di depan publik, terutama secara virtual.
Kreatif dan Inovatif Melalui Pelatihan Membuat Buket Snack Sebagai Alternatif Buah Tangan Bagi Santri
Authors: Hukama La Diadhan , Simon Zainal Zawir , Juniarti Juniarti , Zain Efendi
Published: June 2023

The tradition of giving gifts is something that is common and common to individuals from various circles of society. Snack bouquets can be used as an alternative gift that can be given to others, such as when there is a grade increase or graduation celebration. Snack bouquet is a series of snacks (snacks) that are arranged, arranged, arranged like a bouquet of flowers. This activity aims to increase the capacity and skills of students through training in making snack bouquets for students at the Daarul Uluum I Islamic Boarding School in Bogor City. One of the alternative steps to increase the creativity and innovation of students, in this community service activity, uses the ABCD (Asset Based Community Development) approach. Meanwhile, in the practice of making a snack bouquet, the Peer Assisted Learning model is used. As a result of this community service activity, participants were able to make a snack bouquet. In addition, the participants were very enthusiastic about participating in the training from start to finish.
Penyuluhan Pengetahuan Tentang COVID-19, Pencegahan Penularan Dan Komorbid di PP. AL Muhajirin Bangkalan Madura
Authors: Donastin Adyan , Masithah Dewi , Setiyowati Eppy , Ardillah Cicik , Widhatama Ega , Ekayanti Retno Diah Putri
Published: June 2023

Latar Belakang pondok pesantren adalah tempat berkumpulnya banyak santri dimana rentan terjadi penularan penyakit terutama COVID-19. Saat ini COVID-19 dikenal sebagai penyakit yang menyebar ke seluruh tubuh melalui pembuluh darah dan menyebabkan kegagalan fungsi organ. Metode Penyuluhan pengetahuan tentang covid19, pencegahan penularan dan komorbid di PP. Hidayatullah Al Muhajirin Bangkalan Madura ini dilakukan secara hybrid melalui zoom berupa presentasi dan tanya jawab. Jumlah perserta terdapat 55 santri yang telah dipilih secara acak. Sebelum dan sesudah dilaksanakan penyuluhan peserta diberikan kuesioner untuk mengetahui tingkat pengetahuan terhadap covid-19 sekaligus sebagai bahan evaluasi terhadap pemahaman peserta setelah diadanya penyuluhan tersebut. Data diolah secara statistik untuk mengetahui frekuensi tingkat pengetahuan sebelum dan sesudah dilakukannya penyuluhan. Hasil dan Pembahasan seluruh responden (100%) telah mengetahui tentang virus covid-19 beserta cara penularannya, namun sebagian besar (96,4%) responden sudah mengetahui bahwa vaksinasi covid-19 dikatakan sudah lengkap apabila sudah melakukan vaksin ke 1 dan 2 beserta vaksin booster sesuai anjuran dari pemerintah. Kesimpulan Penyuluhan ini berdampak positif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat peningkatan pengetahuan santri yang signifikan terhadap covid-19 hal tersebut dibuktikan dari hasil post test. Dengan adanya hasil peningkatan tingkat pengetahuan tersebut harapannya ilmu tentang covid-19 dapat mencegah terjadinya penularan virus covid-19 disekitar pondok pesantren maupun lingkungan sekitarnya
Penguatan Posyandu dalam Pencegahan Stunting Melalui Deteksi Dini Berbasis Aplikasi dan Pendampingan Wirausaha di Sumatera Utara
Authors: Gunawan Roni , Fitriani Arifah Devi , Siregar Dian Maya Sari , Asrul Asrul , Siregar Dahrul , Sugito Sugito
Published: June 2023

Reducing the stunting rate is still a national priority at this time, one of the important pillars that can be strengthened is monitoring and evaluation. One way is through early detection using the application as a monitoring medium. The implementation is the Posyandu which incidentally is the spearhead in the field, in order to strengthen the Posyandu efforts, the Posyandu needs to be supported to be economically productive and able to use the application. The method used is entrepreneurship training and application use, application use assistance, and entrepreneurial assistance. The results of this activity are able to use applications so that they are able to detect stunting toddlers early, then Posyandu has a productive business which part of the profits are used to help the operation of Posyandu
Optimasi Penerapan Teknologi Tepat Guna Mesin Peniris Bawang Untuk Meningkatkan Wirausaha Di SLB Purwosari Kudus
Authors: Zahro Nafi' Inayati , Fiati Rina , Kurniati Diah
Published: June 2023

SLB Purwosari, Kudus district has levels for children with special needs with various disorders ranging from elementary school to high school. The special education curriculum for students with disabilities contains general programs, special programs and self-reliance programs which are developed to strengthen students with special needs for the provision of living economically independently, not depending on others. The problems faced by partners include (1) There are still many students with special needs who have completed their studies at SLB and have not been able to live independently, both independently in taking care of themselves and economically independent, (2) There is a need for additional variations / types of entrepreneurial skills which does not require a lot of thought and high concentration with minimal risk so that it can be followed by all students, (3) Inadequate infrastructure supporting entrepreneurial skills. The implementation method of this activity is the application of appropriate technology for onion chopper machines and cooking oil draining machines. Implementation of activities includes making tools, implementing tools, socializing activities by giving lectures on pre and post use of technological tools, procedures for making use of tools, mentoring, training and operating tools, as well as procedures for maintaining appropriate technology tools. The existence of this PKM activity has an impact on increasing knowledge and skills, as well as increasing the production of products produced by partners, namely students of SLB Purwosari Kudus.
Le « service Atlantide » d’Annabelle d’Huart
Authors: Suire Marie-Aimée
Published: June 2023

In creating the largest table service ever made by a woman for the Sèvres Manufactory, Annabelle d’Huart infuses her talent and imagination into the art of French living. The artist spent ten years creating this extraordinary set (1996-2006). This piece highlights the intersection of the artist’s taste and the unique know-how of Sèvres technicians to bring to fruition this magnifi cent and ambitious project.
Understanding the Barriers to Using Locally Grown Wood in the Forest Products Industry
Authors: Cyrus Nathaniel , Worthley Thomas , Ricard Robert
Published: June 2023

Given the popularity of "buy local" agricultural campaigns, there might be opportunities for Extension to promote the local attribute of wood products. Unfortunately, there is little available literature exploring wood-products manufacturers' attitudes and opinions regarding local wood. In fall 2012, 38 in-depth interviews were conducted with individuals representing a range of firm sizes and final products. Participants provided a definition for what they considered to be local wood and identified four major barriers to the inclusion of Connecticut-grown and -processed wood in their manufacturing: high expense, low visibility, limited demand, and limited availability.
Applying Coaching Strategies to Support Youth- and Family-Focused Extension Programming
Authors: Olson Jonathan , Hawkey Kyle , Smith Burgess , Perkins Daniel , Borden Lynne
Published: June 2023

In this article, we describe how a peer-coaching model has been applied to support community-based Extension programming through the Children, Youth, and Families at Risk (CYFAR) initiative. We describe the general approaches to coaching that have been used to help with CYFAR program implementation, evaluation, and sustainability efforts; we discuss strategies coaches use to maintain effective relationships with CYFAR stakeholders; and we review common characteristics of effective coaches. Finally, we discuss implications that coaching strategies might have for Extension programming in general and present future directions for research and practice related to peer coaching.
Food Safety Posters for Safe Handling of Leafy Greens
Authors: Rajagopal Lakshman , Arendt Susan , Shaw Angela , Strohbehn Catherine , Sauer Kevin
Published: June 2023

This article describes food safety educational tools depicting safe handling of leafy greens that are available as downloadable posters to Extension educators and practitioners (www.extension.iastate.edu). Nine visual-based minimal-text colored posters in English, Chinese, and Spanish were developed for use when formally or informally educating foodservice workers about safely handling leafy greens. A three-phase methodology included the use of expert knowledge, microbial sampling, and observational study in Iowa and Kansas foodservice operations. Use of the posters was shown to have positive impacts on both microbial levels and food safety behaviors, suggesting that the posters can be useful tools for Extension personnel.
Educating Farmers' Market Consumers on Best Practices for Retaining Maximum Nutrient and Phytonutrient Levels in Local Produce
Authors: Ralston Robin , Orr Morgan , Goard Linnette , Taylor Christopher , Remley Dan
Published: June 2023

Few farmers' market consumers are aware of how to retain optimal nutritional quality of produce following purchase. Our objective was to develop and evaluate educational materials intended to inform market consumers about best practices for storing, preserving, and consuming local produce to maximize nutrients and phytonutrients. Printed educational materials were developed and then evaluated via a survey of and interviews with Ohio farmers' market consumers. The materials were modified to reflect consumer comments, and finalized materials were distributed to farmers' markets throughout Ohio. The approach we used can be applied by other Extension professionals when developing educational materials for different audiences.
Evaluation of a Cooperative Extension Curriculum in Florida: Food Modification for Special Needs
Authors: Dahl Wendy , Ford Amanda , Radford Allyson , Gal Nancy
Published: June 2023

State and national surveys of adult family care homes identified a strong need for education on texture-modified food preparation and the nutritional needs of older adults. An Extension curriculum, Food Modification for Special Needs, was developed to provide an overview of chewing and swallowing problems, food texture, pureed food preparation, and the nutritional needs of older adults as well as hands-on skill development. An evaluation demonstrated that use of the curriculum resulted in significant impacts among workshop participants on perceived knowledge and skills gained and implementation of skills learned. Further in-state and national dissemination of the Food Modification for Special Needs curriculum is required.
Fathers' Knowledge of Their Youth's Unsafe Behaviors on the Farm
Authors: Stoneman Zolinda , Jinnah Hamida , Rains Glen
Published: June 2023

The study discussed in this article examined the extent to which fathers were aware of unsafe farm behaviors engaged in by their youth. Fathers and youth provided information about the youth's behaviors on the farm, particularly related to tractors/large equipment. Fathers indicated whether they were familiar with the North American Guidelines for Children's Agricultural Tasks (NAGCAT). Youth engaged in numerous unsafe and dangerous behaviors of which their fathers were unaware. Fathers were not familiar with NAGCAT. Extension professionals from agriculture, family and consumer sciences, and 4-H youth development all have roles to play in educating parents about NAGCAT and youth farm safety.
Value-Added Dairy Products from Grass-Based Dairy Farms: A Case Study in Vermont
Authors: Wang Qingbin , Parsons Robert , Colby Jennifer , Castle Jeffrey
Published: June 2023

On-farm processing of value-added dairy products can be a way for small dairy farms to diversify production and increase revenue. This article examines characteristics of three groups of Vermont farmers who have grass-based dairy farms—those producing value-added dairy products, those interested in such products, and those not interested in such products—and their needs for information and assistance. The three groups differ significantly relative to herd size, engagement in organic operation, land management, self-rated level of business success, and demographic factors, such as education. Topics for which information and assistance are needed include how to make and market value-added dairy products and how to finance such operations.
On-Farm Forest Income in the United States, 2003–2012: Thoughts for Extension Programming
Authors: McConnell Eric
Published: June 2023

Forest-based production on U.S. farms totaled $653.2 million in 2012, admittedly a small portion of total farm wealth. However, despite the effects of the recent economic downturn, on-farm forest product revenues still approached the gate value of North Carolina timber in 2012, which was $730.6 million. Providing the research-based information, technology transfer, and educational programs farmers need to manage trees to generate income while preserving the ecosystem in a manner that is socially acceptable requires a multidimensional approach by Extension specialists working across disciplines. Two examples of multidimensional approaches, one centered on audience segmentation for targeted outreach and the other on forest economic development, are proposed and discussed.
Creating Teams Increases Extension Educator Productivity
Authors: Scott Linda , Daniels Catherine , Martini Nicole
Published: June 2023

The Garden Team at Washington State University is a transdisciplinary group of faculty, staff, and students with expertise in applied plant and soil sciences and an interest in Extension education. The team's primary mission is to create current, relevant, and peer-reviewed materials as Extension publications for home gardeners. The average yearly Extension publication rate per member increased from 0.03 prior to team formation to 0.85 after team formation. An unexpected benefit emerged when team members acted cooperatively to submit successful competitive grants. These quantifiable measures of productivity benefit both the individual team members and the university in terms of overall competitiveness among land-grant institutions.
Extension Resources for International Trade
Authors: Seal Susan
Published: June 2023

With the opening of additional trade partnerships, the reduction of global transportation and communication costs, and the increase in demand for U.S. agricultural products and services, international trade is an area of great importance to more and more Extension clients and stakeholders. This article provides information about the primary organizations and agencies that have state offices that can assist Extension educators. Links to comprehensive online resources with customizable worksheets and tools are also furnished.
Strategies for Accommodating Extension Clients Who Face Language, Vision, or Hearing Challenges
Authors: Angima Sam , Etuk Lena , Maddy Deborah
Published: June 2023

Extension services nationwide seek to equalize access to university resources for all learners. In this article, we focus on accommodation as a tool of our trade. We discuss findings and implications from a study that documented approaches used by one state's Extension professionals to accommodate clients who face language, vision, or hearing challenges. We also explore constraints, criteria for effectiveness, appropriate goals, and roles and responsibilities relative to using various accommodations to provide full access for all who participate in Extension programming.
Collaboration of Extension and Grape Industry Members to Create a New Extension Publication
Authors: Stafne Eric , Ingels George , Ingels Jane , Carroll Becky
Published: June 2023

Collaboration is an important part of the interaction between Extension and industry. Successful sharing of workload can provide benefits for both parties. A project to create a workbook to address vineyard sustainability was initiated by members of the Oklahoma grape industry with assistance from land-grant university Extension. Productive interaction between Extension workers and industry members included quick turnaround of rough drafts, praise and constructive criticism, give-and-take on ideas for content, active listening relative to problems and suggestions, and offering of advice when needed. The collaboration led to incorporation of new perspectives in a helpful final publication.
Third Thursday Thing: A Success Story for Reaching Underserved Clients
Authors: Andries Kenneth , Simon Marion , Rivers Louie
Published: June 2023

Kentucky State University has been conducting a monthly field day known as the Third Thursday Thing for many years. This program has been successful in reaching limited-resource, minority, and underserved clients. The success of the program has indicated that a nontraditional approach can be successful when working with nontraditional clients. The program also strives to offer topics that focus on interests of those operating small farms and to have specific months dedicated to specific topics. Departing from some of the traditional meeting scheduling protocols has proved to be successful and continues to attract new clients to the program.
PERAN KEPEMILIKAN INSTITUSIONAL: PENGARUH RELATED PARTY TRANSACTION TERHADAP NILAI PERUSAHAAN
Authors: Nurjanah Fitri , Rosdiyati Rosdiyati , Kurniyawati Indah , Nurdiansyah Rizqi Rahman Putra
Published: June 2023

The aim of this study is to prove the effect of related party transactions on firm value with the moderation of institutional ownership. The data analysis method used are descriptive statistics and hypothesis testing using the Moderated Regression on Analysis (MRA) methods and the Stata 14 application. The population in this study are all non-financial companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during 2017-2020. This study used a total sample of 363 companies. The results show that related-party transactions harm firm value that can raise concerns of minority shareholders that related-party transactions have the potential for tunelling that will harm them as minority shareholders. That causes capital market investors to react negatively to the company, thereby reducing the value of the company. Institutional ownership moderates the effect of related party transactions on firm value.
Moderating Effect of Gender and Socioeconomic Status on the Relationship Between Media Exposure and Violent Behaviour
Authors: Eneizat Mohammad , Halim Haslina , Dalib Syarizan
Published: June 2023

The problem of violence has become a serious impediment to societal progress. Violence among adolescents is on the rise in several nations, including Jordan. A review of current literature found that media exposure, particularly to violent movies, plays a key role in driving the prevalence of violence. This critical topic has received very little attention. Therefore, this research investigates further the consequences of violence in movies on Jordanian adolescents’ violent behaviour (VB) by focusing on the moderating effects of gender and socioeconomic status (SES). Questionnaires were distributed to 350 secondary school students in Jerash, Jordan, and PLS-SEM was used to test the relationships between the variables. The findings revealed that media exposure directly affects VB among Jordanian adolescents, and it also revealed no moderation effect of gender and SES in the relationship between media exposure and VB among Jordanian adolescents. In addition, the present study included limitations and recommendations for future studies.
Anaesthesia for a child with α-dystroglycan-related congenital muscular dystrophy
Authors: Teng Hung Xin , Chaw Sook Hui
Published: June 2023

α-Dystroglycanopathy is a newly emerging subcategory of autosomal recessive inherited muscular dystrophies which encompasses a wide spectrum of clinical severity. Mutation of at least 18 genes which are responsible for O-mannose glycosylation of α-dystroglycan has been linked to these congenital muscular dystrophy phenotypes. α-Dystroglycan-related congenital muscular dystrophy (αDG-CMD), which may be associated with multisystem involvement, poses a challenge in perioperative management. Yet, there is a dearth of resources available for reference. We report successful anaesthesia for a 6-year-old child with αDG-CMD who underwent bilateral hamstring lengthening, left Achilles tendon lengthening, and above-the-knee fibreglass for bilateral hamstring tightness. Anaesthesia was performed using total intravenous anaesthesia (TIVA) without muscle relaxant. Bilateral sciatic nerve blocks were performed for postoperative pain control, allowing opioid-free analgesia. The patient was extubated at the end of the surgery. Perioperative considerations in αDG-CMD include anticipation of difficult airway, maintenance of thermoregulation and precautions against malignant hyperthermia with the employment of TIVA, techniques that avoid opioids and neuromuscular blocking agents (particularly suxamethonium), as well as minimizing the risk of aspiration and of raised intracranial pressure.
Inflasi, Upah Minimum Regional dan Pengeluaran Pemerintah Terhadap Daya Serap Tenaga Kerja
Authors: Wiraja Aria , Marwan Marwan
Published: June 2023

A region's economy is good or not depends on the level absorption of labor. The object of the research is absorption of labor in the micro and small industrial sector. Micro and Small Industries (IMK) are industrial companies whose workforce consists of 1-14 people who have a relatively small turnover of 50 million to 300 million, with independent creative economic businesses carried out by individuals or business entities. The purpose research is to see the effect independent variables on the dependent variable either partially or simultaneous. The research method uses quantitative methods, with data from the Central Bureau of Statistics. The data time series is for 5 years 2016 to 2020 and cross-sectional data is provinces in Sumatra. For variables using the independent variable (X1)Inflation Rate, (X2)Regional Minimum Wage, and (X3)Government Expenditures. While the dependent variable (Y) is the level of absorption. The best model regression results, namely the Random Effect Model, found that inflation had insignificant negative effect on labor absorption in Sumatra IMK sector's, then the UMR had a significant negative effect on labor absorption in Sumatra IMK, then government spending had a significant positive effect on labor absorption in Sumatra IMK sector's and together inflation, minimum wage, and government spending affect the level of absorption in the Sumatra IMK sector. Test results for the Coefficient of Determination (R2) found that 34% of dependent variable can be explained by the independent variable using a statistical model, while 66% is explained by factors outside model.
Design and Control Development of an Autonomous Visitor Guiding Robot in a Hospital Environment
Authors: Siswoyo Agus , Pippie Arbiyanti  , Indrawan Rodik Wahyu
Published: June 2023

Mobile robot technology, coupled with artificial intelligence, has reached a point where robots can now autonomously navigate and store area data, while the integration of smart sensor and controller technology enables them to detect and adapt to dynamic environments by making predictions under diverse conditions. In general, hospital visitors do not have sufficient preparation and knowledge accompanied by sudden situations, this often makes visitors, namely patients and patient companions confused and panicked. The reality is that until now, many visitors are still pacing in the wrong room, asking the officers many times, which eventually leads to misunderstandings by visitors to the hospital system, facilities, and services which are considered complicated and make visitors dissatisfied. Applied technology innovation Design and control of autonomous visitor guide robots in hospital environments (Viguro Robot) offers solutions using interactive robots that can provide location information and deliver visitors to their intended location. Artificial intelligence is employed through the utilization of sensors, digital data, or remote input, allowing the amalgamation of hospital patient data, instant material analysis, and the utilization of insights derived from Viguro Robots' sensors. This robot is designed by utilizing the development of autonomous mobile robot technology, interactive human machine interface, localization and mapping, and obstacle avoidance. The stages in making the robot begin with design planning, initial testing, stage I validation, stage II validation, and implementation testing. This applied innovation of technology is expected to offer solutions in order to improve facilities and quality of service to patients and patient companions in hospitals.