bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A análise da movimentação turística no município de Foz do Iguaçu - Paraná (1983-2000)
Authors: Carvalheiro Elizângela Mara , Stamm Cristiano , Lima Jandir Ferrera de
Published: October 2022

O objetivo desse artigo foi analisar a movimentação turística do município de Foz do Iguaçu (PR), no período de 1983 a 2000, a partir de uma análise econométrica. O município de Foz do Iguaçu destaca-se pelo seu potencial ecológico, com o Parque Nacional do Iguaçu, onde se situa as Cataratas do Iguaçu (produto turístico tombado pela Unesco como Patrimônio Natural da humanidade) e também pelo reservatório da Usina Hidrelétrica de Itaipu (maior usina hidrelétrica do mundo), configurando, assim, um locus favorável para o desenvolvimento de atividades turísticas integradas no município e região. Para uma visão mais ampla da influência do turismo na região propôs-se uma análise econométrica englobando as variáveis: Produto Interno Bruto per capita (PIB) do município; Índice do Custo de Vida (ICV) e o total de turistas que visitaram o município no ano anterior. Contudo, observou-se que as variáveis bases influenciam direta e indiretamente nas oscilações da demanda pelo turismo no município. As análises efetuadas revelam a relação existente entre o turismo e a renda, confirmando que se trata de uma atividade bastante vinculada ao desenvolvimento econômico. Neste sentido, destaca-se que qualquer oscilação econômica no contexto global pode variar a demanda turística por um determinado atrativo mesmo que a oferta seja de certa forma compensatória, ou seja, pode-se dizer que a questão da movimentação turística no município recebe influência direta da economia mundial e/ou nacional.
Primary Carcinosarcoma of the Skin in an African Albino: Case Report and Review of Literature
Authors: Ndukwe Chinedu Onwuka , Chiemeka Michael Emeka , Menkiti Felix Emeka , Ezejiofor Florence Ifeoma , Ike Gerald Kenechi , Chukwuanukwu Titus O.
Published: October 2022

Albinism results from a deficiency of the protein responsible for melanin production in melanocytes. Albinos are at an increased risk of dermatoses and malignancies. Primary carcinosarcoma of the skin is an exceedingly rare biphasic tumor composed of malignant epithelial and mesenchymal elements with an unclear histogenesis. To our knowledge, this has not been reported in an African albino. Here, we report the index case of this rare tumor in an albino of African descent.
Influence of gender on stress in a work environment: A case of university staff members in Kenya
Authors: Paul Makono Ombati
Published: October 2022

This study's objective was to determine the influence of gender on stress among the non-teaching staff of Egerton University. Stress affects an individual's physical and mental health, performance and interpersonal relationships. This study involved a survey of 100 non-teaching staff of the Njoro Campus. A proportionate random sample was obtained after the stratification of employees by cadre and gender. The questionnaire was pre-tested, and necessary modifications were implemented before the actual data collection. Data on employee personal traits, job cadre, educational background, attitude to work and stress coping strategies were collected using a questionnaire and self-report test. Data collected were analysed by use of descriptive and inferential statistics. The research established that gender has no effect on stress among the non-academic staff of Egerton University. There is a need to establish a staff-support centre at the University, where employees can be offered emotional and psychological support through professional counselling.
Relationship between economic status of students and inter-university transfers among private universities in Nairobi County, Kenya
Authors: Mercy Igoki Samuel  , Kibaara Tarsilla  , Paul Gichohi
Published: October 2022

This paper aims to establish the relationship between students’ economic status and mobility in private universities in Nairobi County, Kenya. A descriptive survey design was employed to accomplish this objective by targeting 26 registered private universities (including private university constituents where mobility rate records are too high) in Nairobi County, Kenya. A sample of 180 private university students and nine registrars was obtained using a multi-stage sampling technique at three different stages. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22.0 was used in analysing the collected data, from which descriptive statistics such as mean scores, percentages, standard deviation, and linear regression were computed. This study found that economic status does not influence student mobility in private universities in Nairobi County, Kenya. This study recommends the involvement of government agencies, including the Ministry of Education (MOE), Kenya Universities and Colleges Placement Service (KUCCPS), Commission for University Education (CUE), and Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), to figure out the origin of this mobility and effectively control the alarming student mobility cases.
Effects of videos on geography learners’ academic performance in high schools in the Lubombo region of Eswatini
Authors: Dlamini Sthembile Patience , Joseph Osodo
Published: October 2022

This study investigated the effects of videos on geography learners’ academic performance at the high school level in the Lubombo region, Eswatini. The cognitive theory informed the study of multimedia Learning. The research used descriptive surveys and quasi-experimental designs. Questionnaires and researcher-made tests were used for data collection. The research instruments were validated, and the reliability coefficient was obtained using Cronbach’s Alpha formula for both instruments. The results revealed that there was no significant difference for both groups in the pre-test. However, in the post-test, results revealed a significant difference in the academic performance of students exposed to video and those taught using the lecture method. It was established that the use of video improves understanding, retention, class participation, class interaction, and attention and motivates learners. The study concluded that videos improved learners’ academic performance in Geography. It is, therefore, recommended that geography teachers should use videos in teaching and learning in order to improve learners’ academic performance.
Student mobility in Kenya’s private universities: An assessment of the effect of universities’ customer care services
Authors: Mercy Igoki Samuel  , Kibaara Tarsilla  , Paul Gichohi
Published: October 2022

The study sought to analyse the effect of customer care services on student mobility in private universities in Nairobi County, Kenya. The study employs a descriptive survey design targeting 26 registered private universities. A study sample of 180 private university students and 9 registrars was selected using multi-stage sampling whereby the private universities from Nairobi County, Kenya, were purposely selected. The universities were further sampled in stratus using stratified sampling. The registrars further applied random sampling to select the students who were interviewed. Data was collected using semi-structured interviews and survey questionnaires for registrars and students. Analysis was then done descriptively and through thematic means for quantitative and qualitative data. Linear regression analysis was also used to establish the extent of the effect on the dependent variables of independent variables. The study's findings indicate that customer care services influence students’ mobility in private universities in Nairobi County in Kenya. This implies that students prefer being in institutions of learning that provide good customer care services. The study recommends that marketing departments of universities in the target areas invest more in customer care services to promote their respective universities to prospective students.
Ohangla performance as a vehicle for transforming gender consciousness among the Luo of Kenya
Authors: Omondi Oduor Julias , Wako Fugich , Walunywa Joseph
Published: October 2022

This paper interrogates the role Ohangla performance has played in transforming the Luo community’s gender consciousness. The analytical procedure was informed by the theories of gender, advanced by the concepts of Butler’s and de Beauvoir. Their theories played a significant role in the analysis of gender related practices integrated and displayed in the Ohangla performances. Thus the study argued that since gender is performance, it should be seen as a fluid variable which shift and change in relation to the social context. Through ethnographic method of data collection, the study attempted to understand the ways in which culture, on one hand, and the performer of the Ohangla, on the other hand, adjusts to the cultural modification in informing the Luo community about the cultural changes with an aim of transforming the Luo community’s gender consciousness. The study sampled respondents among the Luo Ohangla artists and their audience drawn from Siaya County’s Bondo and Rarieda sub-counties. Two sets of data were collected for this study; they comprised some Ohangla performances and information about the artists' use of Ohangla performance as a vehicle for transforming social consciousness. Data was collected mainly using participant’s observation and in-depth interviews. Recording was done by taking field notes, making comments, and videotaping Ohangla performances. The data was analyzed qualitatively. The study offered insights on the understanding of the contemporary Luo Ohangla performances and the social transformations Ohangla performance had created overtime so as to conform to the current social demands of the Luo society.
survey of terms and expressions adapted in local communities for creating awareness about coronavirus in Kenya
Authors: Sawe Angela Jepkemboi
Published: October 2022

The aim of the study is to investigate terms and expressions that were adapted in local communities for creating awareness about coronavirus in Kenya. Language is dynamic. It changes to conform to society’s needs. A society’s language is confined within its culture. When the language change, the culture also changes. Language change may happen at a faster rate or a lower rate. However, it all depends on the mode of dissemination. Due to technological advancement, language changes spread very fast. People share on different mediums, and the information could be very within a very little time far. There are several causes of language change. Some of them are political, cultural, foreign influence, technological and societal factors. This change has made it easy to evolve new terms for corona. Some of these terms have been adopted by society and have been made part of the culture in most of these societies. Change helps people in society to communicate effectively, which can make it a very good thing. The reason why corona language had to change is to enable people to communicate with others having in mind that the word was new to most cultures. The change in language and thus making it part of the society’s environment has enabled people to take part in them and thus conforming to the WHO’s advice and the Ministry of Health’s instructions in combating the spread of the virus.
Regulating broadcast media adult content: A case of Kenya and selected other countries
Authors: Vivian Moraa Nyaata;
Published: October 2022

This study sought to regulate broadcast media adult content in Kenya and selected countries. The study was conducted through desktop research. This includes searches on government websites, academic databases, relevant book and journal literature, online publications, and reviewing primary legislation and regulatory instruments. Five jurisdictions (the US, Canada, South Africa, Britain and Australia) were selected for comparative analysis. The findings demonstrate that Kenya’s mainstream media frequently promotes unrealistic, sexually suggestive behaviour. It was also established that Kenyan television and radio are not adequately regulated. Furthermore, consistency and persistence in monitoring and rating media content prevent ‘ratings creep’ whereby, as earlier explained, content meant for adults is gradually and increasingly included in programs meant for children. A clear and consistent rating system must therefore be developed for Kenya by an independent regulatory authority to avoid ratings creep.
Palliative care acceptability among people living with HIV/AIDS in Kisii county of Kenya
Authors: Paul M. Ombati
Published: October 2022

This study investigated the palliative care acceptability among people living with HIV/AIDS in Kisii County of Kenya. The study used a case study design. The target population was 300,000 people affected and infected by HIV and AIDS epidemic within Kisii Municipality. From an accessible population of 500 people, a sample size of 239 was purposively selected, out of which 128 PLWHAS were support group members, whereas 74 were not, and 25 were family caregivers. Data were collected using questionnaires. A pilot study was done to check on reliable the instruments are. The questionnaires yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.7815. SPSS programme was used to analyse data. The t-tests were employed to establish any differences between support group attendances, gender and stress levels of PLWHAS. On the other hand, the Chi-square test was employed to establish any association between Mwanyagetinge Community-Based Care and counselling services and the sexual behaviour of PLWHAS. It was concluded that Most PLWHAS 55.4% reported that family caregivers' attitudes towards them had positively improved due to home visits by skilled programme caregivers. This study recommends sustaining positive behaviour and prolonging the lives of PLWHAS; support group therapy could be encouraged in churches and schools to avoid isolation and loneliness. A suggestion for further research was that a study is done to determine the preparedness and effectiveness of counsellors in helping the PLWHAS in community-based programmes.
Pattern of road traffic accident deaths: A critical autopsy analysis in Kenya
Authors: Peter W. Kiama
Published: October 2022

This study investigated fatalities resulting from Road traffic accidents to inform public health policy on the need for their prevention. This is a descriptive prospective study of road traffic accident deaths in Nairobi; of all the bodies brought at the city mortuary Nairobi in the period between June 1 2009, and May 31 2010.  In this study, all cases of deaths from road traffic accidents for twelve consecutive months were included. Data was entered on a proforma datasheet. Data was analysed using SPSS. The study concluded that the major contributor of Accidental deaths is road traffic accidents. Furthermore, road traffic accident fatalities significantly involve pedestrians compared to the other class of people. Fatalities from road traffic accidents are a preventable public health problem in Kenya. The study recommends that the driving habits in Kenya be regulated to prevent these fatalities.
Side effects associated with misuse of topical corticosteroids (tcs) sold over the counter in litein town, Kericho county
Authors: Rose Obat  , Cheruiyot Gilbert
Published: October 2022

The aim of the study was to determine the side effects associated with the misuse of topical corticosteroids in Litein Town, Kericho County. A convenient random sample of 57 respondents was selected for the study. Self-developed structured questionnaire was used in data collection. In this study, figures were used to present data. The latest version of the SPSS data analysis tool was used to derive frequencies and percentages from the demographic information provided the use of corticosteroids and side effects associated with the use of corticosteroids. Common side effects related to the misuse of TCS include reduced immunity, change in skin pigmentation, thinning of skin, itching and abnormal drying. TCS are readily bought from community pharmacies for treatment and cosmetic purposes. Various brands are available in the market, with clozole cream as the most commonly known. The majority buy TCS for treatment purposes, while others for cosmetic purposes. Common side effects include drying, itching, change in pigmentation and dryness. This study recommends that necessary measures are to be put in place to improve the outcome of patients undergoing treatment for dermatological conditions using TCS through occasional monitoring of the patient. In addition, formulating scientists should work on formulating TCS with good anti-inflammatory effects and minimal adverse effects. This will ensure good compliance among patients.
Short-term outcomes of neonatal resuscitation among new-borns at Nakuru level five hospital, Kenya
Authors: Irene J. Chirchir
Published: October 2022

The goal is to determine immediate outcomes of neonatal resuscitation among new-borns born at Nakuru Level five Hospital. Prospective study was used to determine the immediate outcomes of neonatal resuscitation where sixty resuscitated new-borns were recruited into the study and followed up for a period of one month. A descriptive cross-sectional study was used to assess the knowledge and skills of skilled birth attendants where thirty six skilled birth attendants were included in the study with various educational levels: Certificate, Diploma and Bachelors. Self-administered questionnaires were used to assess knowledge while simulated resuscitation using mannequins was used to assess the skills. Multiple linear regressions were used to compare the mean differences. The study revealed that however there was no significant difference between babies who died and those alive in terms of gender, birth weight, maternal age, parity and mode of delivery (p>0.05). The study concluded that there are still new-borns that survive but live with complications. The study recommended that primigravidas and mothers below 20 of age should be assessed for pelvic adequacy and intervention made in time and referrals should be done early enough so as to improve their intrapartal outcomes.
Correlating stress and interaction: A case of Egerton university support staff in Kenya
Authors: Paul Makono Ombati
Published: October 2022

Determining the effects of stress on the quality of interaction among the non-teaching staff of Egerton University Njoro Campus was the purpose of this study. Stress affects an individual's physical and mental health, performance and interpersonal relationships. This study involved a survey of 100 non-teaching staff of the Njoro Campus. A proportionate random sample was obtained after the stratification of employees by cadre and gender. The questionnaire was done, and necessary modifications were implemented before the actual data collection. Data on employee personal traits, job cadre, educational background, attitude to work and stress coping strategies were collected using a questionnaire and self-report test. Data collected were analysed by use of descriptive and inferential statistics. The research found that stress negatively affects the process of interaction among the non-academic staff. There is a need to establish a staff-support centre at the University, where employees can be offered emotional and psychological support through professional counselling.
Impact of Counselling Services on Sexual Behaviours of HIV/AIDS Victims in Kenya
Authors: Paul M. Ombati
Published: October 2022

This study purposed to determine the impact of counselling services on sexual behaviours of HIV/AIDS victims in Kenya. The study used a case study design. The target population was 300,000 people affected and infected by HIV and AIDS epidemic within Kisii Municipality. From an accessible population of 500 people, a sample size of 239 was purposively selected, out of which 128 PLWHAS were support group members, whereas 74 were not, and 25 were family caregivers. Data were collected using questionnaires. A pilot study was done to determine the reliability of the instruments. The questionnaires yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.7815. SPSS version 12.5 was used to analyse data. The t-tests were employed to establish any differences between support group attendances, gender and stress levels of PLWHAS. On the other hand, the Chi-square test was n employed to establish any association between Mwanyagetinge Community-Based Care and counselling services and the sexual behaviour of PLWHAS. The study concluded that the provision of counselling services in the Mwanyagetinge centre was adequate. After infection, the majority of PLWHAS had their sexual interest reduced considerably. An attribute that can be exploited to embrace positive sexual behaviour like abstinence and the use of condoms. This study recommends that support group therapy be encouraged in churches and schools to avoid isolation and loneliness to sustain positive behaviour and prolong the lives of PLWHAS.
Effects of fear of infection of covid-19 at the marketplace on psychological well-being of micro business enterprise traders in Nakuru city top market, Nakuru county, Kenya
Authors: Mepukori Mollel David , Ndung’u Ikenye J B , Gacohi Jane Njeri
Published: October 2022

This study assessed the effects of fear of infection of covid-19 in the marketplace on the psychological well-being of the micro business enterprise traders in Nakuru City Top Market between June and December 2020. The study was guided by Rational Emotive Behaviour theory. The study deployed a cross-sectional survey design. Quantitative data collection was done with a structured questionnaire tool. In addition, a structured Schedule interview questionnaire was used to collect qualitative data. Before the tools were adopted for the actual research, a pilot study was conducted in Naivasha Municipal Market for the purpose of testing the tools’ reliability. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) was used to analyse quantitative data, and qualitative data were analysed thematically. To safeguard the well-being of the respondents, ethical considerations were observed throughout the duration of the study. The study revealed that the effects of COVID-19 on microbusiness trade affected the psychological well-being of the microbusiness traders in Nakuru City Top Market. The study recommended that group counselling interventions should be introduced to help the traders recover from the post effects of the pandemic and equip them with skills to cope with future catastrophes of a similar nature. The study also recommended psychological wellbeing awareness campaigns to disseminate information to microbusiness traders in Nakuru City Top Market.
Gendered stress levels and support group attendance among persons with HIV in Kenya
Authors: Paul M. Ombati
Published: October 2022

The study purposed to determine the difference in stress levels of PLWHAS based on gender and support group attendance in Kisii municipality. The study used a case study design. The target population was 300,000 people affected and infected by HIV and AIDS epidemic within Kisii Municipality. From an accessible population of 500 people, a sample size of 239 was purposively selected, out of which 128 PLWHAS were support group members, whereas 74 were not, and 25 were family caregivers. Data were collected using questionnaires. The reliability of the tools was checked through a pilot study. The questionnaires yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.7815. SPSS version 12.5 for windows was used to analyse data. The t-tests were employed to establish whether there were any differences between support group attendances, gender and stress levels of PLWHAS. A t-test for equality of means to establish the difference between stress levels by gender yielded a two-tailed - level of 0.051, which is not significant at a 0.05 level of significance. The study concluded that there is no difference in stress levels by gender. Both men and women go through stress; therefore, it is important for them to undergo counselling. This can be done through empowering community-based care programmes. Mass education and campaign using media, barazas and churches should be carried out on the rights and privileges of PLWHAS as a first step to recognise PLWHAS as human beings deserving respect and dignity.
Issues of ethics in research: Analysis of conspiracy theories surrounding covid-19 pandemic on social media
Authors: Evans Erick Otieno Ochieng
Published: October 2022

This study sought to analyse social media’s conspiracy theories surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. Several conflicting theories about the origin of the coronavirus have been advanced in most public discourses, especially on social media platforms, particularly Twitter and Facebook. Since no studies have been done concerning the study area, there is a need to analyse conspiracy theories surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic on social media. The study relied on descriptive research design and premised on conspiracy theories in situations of uncertainties, in this case, the COVID-19 pandemic. Purposive sampling is used to select social media content with messages, particularly from Facebook posts on the coronavirus and the responses or comments from social media users. This data was extracted between the periods of March and August 2020. Textual analysis is the main form of data analysis in the study. The study findings are useful to the ministry of health and the media houses to inform what and how they disseminate information, especially on the coronavirus. This study concludes that COVID-19 pandemic has created the perfect circumstances for conspiracy theories, and research suggests that they negatively affect people’s compliance with preventive behaviours.
Exploring community-based HIV/AIDS awareness creation among the Gusii people of Kenya
Authors: Paul M. Ombati.
Published: October 2022

The study purposed to investigate the exploring community-based HIV/AIDS awareness creation among the gusii people of Kenya. The study used a case study design. The target population was 300,000 people affected and infected by HIV and AIDS epidemic within Kisii Municipality. From an accessible population of 500 people, a sample size of 239 was purposively selected, out of which 128 PLWHAS were support group members, whereas 74 were not, and 25 were family caregivers. Data were collected using questionnaires. The reliability of the instruments was confirmed. The questionnaires yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.7 15. SPSS version 12.5 for windows) was used to analyse d a. The t-tests were employed to establish whether there were any differences between support group attendances, gender and stress levels of PLW AS. On the other hand, the Chi-square test was employed to establish whether there was any association between Mwanyagetinge Community-Based Care and awareness and prevention of HIV/A DS. The study established that the Mwanyagetinge community-based care programme had significantly contributed to raising their level of awareness and mobilising PLWHAS to be agents of prevention rather than spread. With the adverse effects of HIV in our society and schools, counselling curricula in the universities should include an in-depth and mandatory study on the PLWHAS.
Ways of implementing biblical and theological foundations for spiritual revival in Bamburi great news church
Authors: Ombuoro Khamala E , Ogal Tom , Papu Jongimpi D , Musvosvi Jonathan , Osei-Bonsu Robert
Published: October 2022

This study sought to determine the effective ways of implementing Biblical and theological foundations for spiritual revival in the church. The research methodology that was used here was the mixed method. Data was collected using random sampling. 10 people were interviewed. There were 2 youths, 3 elderly men and 5 women. Questionnaires were also used to corroborate the findings of the interviews. There were 17 electronic respondents and 25 verbal respondents; then the rest were hard copy respondents totalling to 148 people. The quantitative method was used to get important data involving figures and a general view of the church's position. The qualitative approach helped us analyse the responses collected from the questionnaire and gave us the required data that helped make informed conclusions. In conclusion, this implementation can benefit other churches that would like to grow and revive spiritually. It resulted in reaching out evangelism to neighbours and an increase in membership. This study recommended that church leaders be challenged to take responsibility for the church by committing themselves to spiritually feeding members.
KEDUDUKAN NOTARIS DALAM PEMBUKTIAN SUATU PERKARA
Authors: Sandra Irawan
Published: October 2022

Perkembangan kedudukan notaris dalam suatu perkara, untuk mengetahui keberadaan notaris di Indonesia sudah sesuai hukum positif dan untuk menentukan langkah notaris apabila dikemudian hari muncul suatu perkara yang akan dihadapi oleh notaris dan serta untuk membantu notaris yang notabenenya sebagai pejabat hukum yang dikenal timbul karena kebutuhan dalam hubungan saling membutuhkan sesama manusia, yang menghendaki adanya suatu alat bukti baginya mengenai hubungan hukum keperdataan yang ada dan/atau terjadi di antara mereka, suatu lembaga dengan kewenangannya ditugaskan oleh kekuasaan umum yang oleh Undang- Undang mengharuskan demikian atau dikehendaki oleh masyarakat, membuat alat pembuktian tertulis dengan ketentuan sempurna.  Metodologi penelitian yang dipakai ialah riset yuridis normatif yaitu penulis melakukan riset hukum dengan mempelajari materi pustaka ataupun informasi sekunder berupa berbagai macam literatur. Kesimpulan penelitian ini ialah kedudukan notaris untuk menjelaskan berdasarkan minuta akta yang dibawa, akta autentik yang dijadikan dasar berpekara di pengadilan adalah akta yang dibuatnya berdasarkan kewenangannya dan ditandatangani oleh kedua belah pihak yang sedang berperkara.
PERAN KOMISI PERLINDUNGAN ANAK INDONESIA TERHADAP KORBAN PENCABULAN PASCA PUTUSAN MAHKAMAH KONSTITUSI NOMOR 85/PUU-XVII/2019
Authors: Jidny Izham Al Fasha  , Moch. Daffa Syahrizal
Published: October 2022

Realisasi fungsi dan tugas-tugas Komisi Perlindungan Anak Indonesia (KPAI) ditujukan pada anak korban tindak pidana pencabulan di seluruh Indonesia, upaya optimalisasi fungsi dan tugas sangatlah diperlukan agar keterbatasan jangkauan tidak mengganggu realisasinya. Penelitian dilakukan untuk memberikan gambaran mengenai realisasi dan optimalisasi fungsi dan tugas-tugas dari Komisi Perlindungan Anak Indonesia. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam tulisan ini adalah pendekatan yuridis normatif serta metode analisis dengan menggunakan pendekatan yuridis kualitatif. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, Komisi Perlindungan Anak Indonesia merealisasikan fungsi dan tugas-tugasnya dengan mengutamakan kesesuaiannya terhadap kasus pencabulan anak sebagai delik biasa yang perlu diproses dengan baik di bawah pengawasan Komisi Perlindungan Anak Indonesia yang berorientasi pada perlindungan anak korban. Mengenai optimalisasi, Komisi Perlindungan Anak Indonesia perlu mengadakan kerja sama dengan Lembaga Swadaya Masyarakat sebagai bagian dari masyarakat sipil dan juga bersinergi dengan Pemerintah Daerah mengingat permohonan uji materiil terhadap undang-undang perlindungan anak mengenai Komisi Perlindungan Anak Daerah telah ditolak oleh Mahkamah Konstitusi.
Comment on “Double Your Variance, Dirtify Your Bayes, Devour Your Pufferfish, and Draw Your Kidstogram,” by Xiao-Li Meng
Authors: Junk Thomas R.
Published: October 2022

This contribution is a series of comments on Prof. Xiao-Li Meng’s article, “Double Your Variance, Dirtify Your Bayes, Devour Your Pufferfish, and Draw Your Kidstogram”. Prof. Meng’s article offers some radical proposals and not-so-radical proposals to improve the quality of statistical inference used in the sciences and also to extend distributional thinking to early education. Discussions and alternative proposals are presented.
Tapureli Konutları: Doğu Dağlık Kilikia Bölgesinden Yeni Örnekler
Authors: MÖREL Ahmet , ÖZDEMİR Okan
Published: October 2022

Tapureli, Mersin’in Erdemli ilçesinin 32 km kuzeyinde Kızılgeçit Vadisi’ne bağlı üç tepelik üzerinde yer alır. Tapureli yerleşimi daha önce bazı araştırmacılar tarafından kısmen değerlendirilmiştir. Bu çalışmada Ümit Aydınoğlu ve ekibi tarafından bölgede yürütülen yüzey araştırmaları sırasında tespit edilen konutlar değerlendirilecektir. Tapureli’nde Hellenistik, Roma ve Geç Antik Dönem’e kadar uzanan kesintisiz bir konut mimarlığı bulunur. İlk kez bu çalışmada değerlendirilecek olan bu konutların Doğu Dağlık Kilikia Bölgesi ve diğer bölgele örnekleri ile karşılaştırmaları yapılarak, plansal özellikleri kullanım amaçları ve kullanılan mimari tekniklerin açısından değerlendirilerek tarihlendirilmeleri yapılacaktır.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE ATTRIBUTES AND TAX AGGRESSIVENESS NEXUS IN THE NIGERIAN NON-FINANCIAL FIRMS
Authors: ABANUM, Akpevweoghene Mark  , EBIAGHAN, Orits Frank
Published: October 2022

This study examined the corporate governance attributes on tax aggressiveness of quoted non-financial firms in Nigeria. Ex post facto research design was adopted in this study. A sample of 20 firms was randomly selected and their financial records were used to obtain information from them. In this study, secondary data, by way of annual reports and accounts of the sampled companies in Nigeria and some relevant Nigerian Exchange fact books were used to collect data for 2017-2021. The data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistics, with the use of Panel Least Square (PLS) as a technique for hypothesis testing, with the use of Eviews version 9 software. Results from the study indicated that a significant positive relationship was observed to exist between board independence and tax aggressiveness and a significant positive relationship was observed to exist between board independence and tax aggressiveness and also a significant relationship is observed to exist between board gender and tax aggressiveness. Thus, it was recommended that the regulatory authorities should ensure that, the board size of non-financial firms in Nigeria should not be able 10. More so, efforts should be made to ensure that, the non-executive directors should be more autonomous in the discharge of their oversight responsibilities. Lastly, more women should come on board since women are more risk averse/conservative than their male counterparts.
Keywords: Corporate Governance Attributes, Tax Aggressiveness, Nexus, Nigerian Non-Financial Firms.
Qualitätssicherung in der Begutachtung
Authors: Kannegießer Anja
Published: October 2022

Zusammenfassung: Gutachten nehmen eine bedeutsame Rolle in der Rechtsfindung ein. Ihre Qualität steht daher immer wieder im Fokus gerichtlicher Auseinandersetzungen und wird nicht selten angegriffen. Dies geschieht sowohl im Rahmen des Ausgangsprozesses, in dem das Gutachten erstattet wird, als auch zunehmend im Rahmen nachfolgender zivilrechtlicher Haftungsprozesse. Die vorgebrachten Argumente sind dabei vielfältig. Die Qualifikation von Sachverständigen und ihre Neutralität, der Datenschutz, die Diagnostik und Testverfahren oder auch Hinweispflichten im Hinblick auf die Kosten werden thematisiert. Diese Argumentationsstränge im Hinblick auf familienpsychologische Gutachten sind Gegenstand des Beitrags und werden im Lichte aktueller Rechtsprechung und Praxis beleuchtet. Im Ausblick erfolgen Überlegungen zu übergreifenden und strukturellen Möglichkeiten der Qualitätssicherung im Gutachterwesen. Abstract: Forensic expert opinions play an important role in the determination of justice. Their quality is therefore repeatedly the focus of legal disputes and is not infrequently challenged. This happens both in the context of the initial proceedings in which the expert opinion is provided and increasingly in the context of subsequent civil liability proceedings. The arguments put forward are manifold. The qualification of experts and their neutrality, data protection, diagnostics and test procedures, or even obligations to provide information with regard to costs are addressed. These strands of argument are the subject of the article and are examined in the light of current case law and practice. Further considerations are given to comprehensive and structural possibilities of quality assurance in the expert system. Keywords: expert opinion, quality, method-critical statement
Pralsetinib (Gavreto)
Authors: CADTH
Published: October 2022

CADTH recommends that Gavreto be reimbursed by public drug plans for the treatment of adult patients with rearranged during transfection (RET) fusion–positive locally advanced unresectable or metastatic non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) if certain conditions are met.

Gavreto should only be covered to treat adult patients aged 18 years and older with locally advanced unresectable or metastatic RET fusion–positive NSCLC who have never received cancer treatment or who have received cancer treatment. Patients receiving Gavreto should be in relatively good health (i.e., have a good performance status as determined by a specialist) and not have cancer that has spread to the brain or if it has spread to the brain, is controlled.

Gavreto should only be reimbursed if prescribed by a clinician with expertise in the management of NSCLC and if the cost of Gavreto is reduced. Gavreto should not be reimbursed in combination with other cancer treatment.
Pelatihan Dan Pendampingan Usaha Kreatif Pengolahan Keripik Kelapa Di Desa Gotakan Kulon Progo Yogyakarta
Authors: Saepudin Mahfud , Juara Agus , Azizah Nimatul Maula , Parawansa Khofifah Indah , A’yun Qurrota , Humairoh Talita , Nazil Sayyid Ahmad Haqqin , Cahya Diah Nilam , Nafisa Nila Hilya , Inayah Maulida Khofi , Taufik Taufik
Published: October 2022

Pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat di Desa Gotakan Kulon Progo dilatarbelakangi oleh mata pencaharian masyarakat di sektor pertanian dan perkebunan dengan hasil perkebunan berupa Kelapa dan Pisang, namun pendapatan masyarakat masih rendah dikarenakan kurangnya inovasi dalam pengolahan hasil perkebunan. Kelapa dijual secara mentah kepada pengepul tanpa diolah terlebih dahulu sehingga harga jualnya rendah. Oleh karena itu diperlukan sebuah pendampingan dan pelatihan kepada masyarakat di Desa Gotakan untuk mengolah hasil perkebunan. Untuk itu pada kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini diberikan sosialisasi dan pelatihan pembuatan keripik kelapa kepada masyarakat Desa Gotakan. Terdapat beberpa program yang akan dilaksanakan terkait masalah yang telah dipaparkan yaitu memberikan sosialisasi pemanfaatan buah kelapa menjadi keripik kelapa, memberikan pelatihan pengolahan kelapa menjadi produk yang inovatif dan pendampingan usaha keripik kelapa. Respon tokoh masyarakat dan warga terhadap realisasi pelatihan ini sangat positif.
Optimasi Usaha Mikro Pembuatan Keripik Pisang Aneka Rasa Dalam Upaya Peningkatan Ekonomi Kalurahan Ngargosari
Authors: Juara Agus , Umam Nurul , Khanafi Khanafi , Mubarok Galih Khusni , Wafi Ahmad Zimam , Candra David , Arina Nuroh Fauziyah Da’at , Chusna Fittisatil , Ulya Hikmtul , Aini Arifah Nur , Rahmawati Rahmawati
Published: October 2022

Desa Ngargosari merupakan salah satu Kalurahan yang ada di Kecamatan Samigaluh Kabupaten Kulon Progo dengan mayoritas pekerjaan sebagai petani. Salah satunya adalah pisang yang banyak terdapat di daerah tersebut. Pisang dapat diolah berbagai hasil dan aneka olahan makanan seperti keripik pisang. Untuk meningkatkan pendapatan ibu rumah tangga melalui wirausaha. Keripik Pisang di Kalurahan Ngargosari sangat kurang, oleh karena itu program ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan penduduk di kawasan Kalurahan Ngargosari dengan cara memberikan pengetahuan tentang cara berwirausaha yang baik dengan cara itu diharapkan dapat membantu ibu rumah tangga dalam berpola pikir yang baik jika suatu saat nanti ingin memulai membuka usaha suatu hari nanti. Metode yang digunakan adalah wawancara dan bekerja sama dengan warga desa dalam meningkatkan pendapatan ibu rumah tangga melalui wirausaha Keripik Pisang Aneka Rasa. Analisa yang digunakan adalah analisa kualitatif yang wawancaranya dianalisis untuk memperoleh data pengetahuan tentang wirausaha. Hasil analisa menunjukkan bahwa tingkat pengetahuan warga tentang wirausaha Keripik Pisang masih cukup rendah ,program yang dijalankan adalah melakukan sosialisasi tentang peningkatan pendapatan ibu rumah tangga melalui wirausaha Keripik Pisang di Kalurahan Ngargosari dan dengan melakukan demo masak bersama ibu rumah tangga setempat berupa produk makanan yang berasal dari pisang yang di harapkan  nantinya dapat menjadi suatu produk yang dibanggakan masyarakat  Kalurahan Ngargosari.
Penanaman Bibit Tanaman Sayur Dengan Media Polybag Untuk Mendukung Ketahanan Pangan Masyarakat Desa Tumenggungan
Authors: Astina Chairani , Saputra Muhammad Galang Aji , Aliza Koniu , Kadafi Nur Muhamad , Yuhri Faiq , Rakhmawati Ayu Puji , Fitrianingsih Puput
Published: October 2022

Dalam dunia pertanian dan perkebunan sering mendengar istilah Polybag sebagai media tanam terutama dalam pembibitan serta bertanam dalam polybag untuk menghemat lahan pertanian. Pemilihan polybag sebagai wadah tanam untuk budidaya dipengaruhi oleh beberapa factor yang dimilikinya seperti, harga murah, tahan karat, tahan lama, ringan bentuk seragam, tidak cepat kotor dan mudah diperoleh pada toko perlengkapan pertanian atau toko plastik. Selain itu polybag sangat baik untuk drainase, aerasi sehingga tanaman dapat tumbuh subur seperti dilahan. Penentuan ukuran Polybag yang cocok untuk pertumbuhan tanaman diharapkan dapat meningkatkan produktivitas dan efisiensi dalam penggunaan media dan nutrisi. Disisi lain, budidaya tanaman sayuran organik yang sehat dan segar memberikan dampak positif terhadap lingkungan sekitarnya yang semakin asri dan sehat. Kegiatan Pengabdian kepda Mayarakat ini melibatkan ibu-ibu KWT di wilayah Tumenggungan termasuk ibu-ibu RT07 Dusun Karangtengah. Ibu-ibu KWT RT07 Dusun Karangtengah nantinya akan memperoleh ilmu praktis tentang budidaya sayuran organik yang dapat diaplikasikan dikemudian hari.

Kata Kunci: Media tanam, pertanian dan perkebunan, polybag.
Pengembangan UMKM Dalam Pemanfaatan Sumber Daya Alam Untuk Mendukung Perekonomian Keluarga
Authors: Rizqi M. Soffan , Ananda Bayu , Nurfaizah Nurfaizah , Nurkhayati Deti , Azizah Sitamala Rum , Indun Indun Hafifah , Fauziah Umi Qonaatul , Afifudin M. , Huda Samsul , Rahmawati Dina , Mutohar Abror
Published: October 2022

Pengembangan UMKM dalam pemanfaatan SDA untuk mendukung perekonomian keluarga. Permasalahan yang ada yaitu kurangnya pemahaman dan pengetahuan pelaku UMKM terkait dengan inovasi produk hasil bumi sehingga penjualan hasil bumi masih dengan harga standar. Tujuan adanya pengabdian masyarakat ini yaitu untuk membantu mengubah mindset masyarakat dalam penjualan hasil bumi agar dapat menaikkan harga jual sehingga dapat mendukung perekonomian keluarga dan kemiskinan berkurang. Menggunakan pendekatan partisipatif dengan melibatkan masyarakat pada prosesnya. Hasil dari kegiatan pengabdian ini berupa pemberian penyuluhan dan wadah hasil inovasi produk memlalui perlombaan sebagai sarana pengembangan UMKM. Kemudian dilanjutkan dengan pemberian arahan mengenai kemasan produk dan pemasaran produk. hendaknya inovasi produk yang dihasilkan oleh pelaku UMKM dapat terus terjaga dan dapat ditindaklanjuti sehingga dapat efektif dalam menunjang pengembangan UMKM serta dapat meningkatkan harga jual produk serta dapat mendukung perekonomian keluarga.
Impact of Technological Shock on the Sierra Leone Economy: A Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium (DSGE) Approach
Authors:   Methodology Development, Big Data Analytics and Interdisciplinary Research Section, Economic Modelling and Forecasting Division, Research and Statistics Department, Bank of Sierra Leone, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Barrie Mohamed Samba , Jackson Emerson Abraham ,   Modelling and Forecasting Section, Economic Modelling and Forecasting Division, Research and Statistics Department, Bank of Sierra Leone, Freetown, Sierra Leone
Published: October 2022

The neoclassical growth model has emphasised the importance of technology shocks, which supposedly affect macroeconomic variables’ heterogeneously in a small open economy like Sierra Leone. Using a Bayesian DSGE methodology for a non-linear model, we found that investment-specific technological shock partly explains business cycle fluctuations in Sierra Leone. Moreover, the analysis indicates that technology shock on output, capital, and consumption is more persistent than that of interest rate. The key implication is that technological innovation is crucial for long-term steady-state growth in Sierra Leone. The results also partly confirm the neoclassical growth model prediction – that is, in the long run, productivity growth is driven only by technological progress. The model specified for this research is largely inward-looking, with a minimal role for the Bank of Sierra Leone to influence investment in technology-related investment directly. Despite this limitation and more so given the fact that the DSGE modelling concept is quite a new venture at the BSL, thoughts have been given to enhance the model’s future capabilities to incorporate both the monetary bloc and external blocs to fully assess the impact of technological shock’s transmission in the entire economy in future research.
A Comparative Analysis of Energy Subsidy in the MENA Region
Authors:   Department of economics, University of Mohammed Seddik Ben Yahia-Jijel, Pb 98, Ouled Aissa, Jijel, Algeria, Boudekhdekh Karim
Published: October 2022

This paper focuses on analyzing energy prices subsidies distribution in the MENA region among its seven components, according to the products that benefit from subsidized prices, and by per capita. As a nominal average of the years 2013, 2015, and 2017, both Iran and KSA had the higher nominal pre-tax subsidy averages estimated to $52.11 and $45.54 billion respectively, and also had higher post-tax subsidy averages estimated to $118.55 and $114.81 respectively. Global warming and local air pollution were the most important components after the pre-tax subsidies component in all MENA region countries. The “Congestion” component came after the level of the two environmental components averages in oil-exporting countries, while the “accidents” component in almost all the oil-importing countries came after the level of the two environmental components averages. By products, petroleum products were the main products that benefited from energy prices subsidies in almost all MENA countries. The reform process must take into account the specifics of each country with regard to the details of energy subsidies at its level, as energy subsidies vary from one country to another, whether in terms of its value, the weight of its components, and the subsidy share of each energy products.