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A PRAGMATIC ANALYSIS OF POLITENESS STRATEGIES OF REQUEST LETTERS
Authors: Nica L. De Vera  , Jobell B. Jajalla
Published: January 2025

This study aimed to unveil and explore the language usage in various contexts as well as the used of politeness in request letters within the Local Government Unit Kapalong. The researcher utilized Speech Acts Theory by Austin and Searle (1959) and Politeness Theory by Brown and Levinson (1978) in analyzing the request letters. Using the discourse analysis approach, the research focused on five categories of illocutionary in speech act and politeness strategies. Fifty one (51) request letters were gathered in Local Government Unit Kapalong. Based on the findings, the researcher found that there are speech acts embedded in the request letters and there are politeness strategies employed in the request letters. Lastly, the findings emphasize the role of speech acts—locutionary, and illocutionary—as fundamental in shaping communication, and highlight how various politeness strategies are employed when making requests in writing. The study reveals the necessity for both educators and students to comprehend these concepts, particularly in the context of writing request letters.
KEYWORDS: Discourse Analysis, Pragmatic, Speech Act, Politeness Strategies, Request Letters
Biomechanically inspired composite hydrogel bioink enhances engineered cartilage formation
Authors: Zhou Zheyuan , Zhang Fengjie , Wan Chao
Published: January 2025

Current therapies for articular cartilage defects or degeneration (osteoarthritis) remain unsatisfactory. There are significant clinical demands for the development of more efficient approaches to enhance the repair or regeneration of articular cartilage lesions. In this study, a newly defined alginate-gelatin (A-G) composite bioink was synthesized using the carbodiimide chemistry crosslinking method. Then, the dual-crosslinking (DC) bioscaffolds containing both chemical and ionic networks were fabricated by 3D-bioprinting technique and Ca2+ treatment. The optimized networks formed in the DC bioscaffolds provided a desirable Young’s modulus and geometric constraints, which were superior to that of the single-crosslinking (SC) control group to mimic the mechanical properties of the pericellular matrix (PCM) of native articular cartilage. Chondrocytes exhibited above 95% viability and higher proliferation rate in the 3D printed A-G-DC bioscaffolds than in the alginate-only group after 7 days in vitro culture. Chondrogenic differentiation in vitro was improved in the A-G-DC bioscaffolds than that of the alginate-only group, indexed by upregulation of chondrogenic marker gene expression including Sox9, Col2a1, Comp and Aggrecan. In the subcutaneous transplantation model and osteochondral defect model in mice with severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID), the A-G-DC bioscaffolds exhibited enhanced chondrogenesis and repair capacity than the alginate-only or none-implant control group, characterized by the increased expression of SOX9 and collagen type II (Col II) and higher ICRS II scores, respectively. These findings demonstrated that the biomechanically inspired A-G composite bioink and the 3D-printed A-G-DC bioscaffolds possess excellent cell biocompatibility, satisfactory biomechanical properties and chondrogenesis promotion capacity, which have the potential to be applied to enhance cartilage regeneration for patients with articular cartilage lesions.
Pengaruh Word of Mouth dan Kualitas Produk terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Kecap Kentjana di Kabupaten Kebumen
Authors: Azizah Nur Mei , Riptanti Erlyna Wida , Khomah Isti
Published: January 2025

Kecap Kentjana is the only sweet soy sauce product from Kebumen Regency produced by CV Srikandi Makmur Sejahtera since 1960. Kebumen people who are proud of local products will provide positive recommendations to create a positive reputation for the product. Word of Mouth can significantly increase product awareness and popularity, influencing purchasing decisions for Kecap Kentjana. Apart from Word of Mouth, consumer purchasing decisions are also influenced by price, product quality, and brand image variables. The study aims to determine the effect of these four variables on the purchase decision of Kentjana Soy Sauce in Kebumen Regency. The primary research method uses the descriptive analysis method. The purposive sampling method was used to determine the location. Data were obtained through observation, interviews, and recording using a questionnaire. The purposive sampling method was used to determine the number of samples, with 110 respondents. The Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method with the Partial Least Square (PLS) approach is used to analyze the data. The results prove that purchasing decisions are significantly influenced by Word of Mouth and product quality. Positive information from someone who is known can encourage potential customers to buy Kentjana soy sauce because potential customers tend to trust recommendations from the closest people, and the quality of the taste offered by Kentjana soy sauce is different from other soy sauce, so purchasing decisions will increase. The results also prove that price and brand image do not significantly influence purchasing decisions. The Kebumen community has consumed Kentjana soy sauce for generations. People have the views and habits of always choosing Kentjana soy sauce as their first choice, so price and brand image variables do not influence purchasing decisions.
Analisis Efisiensi Ekonomi Usaha Ayam Ras Petelur di Kabupaten Lombok Timur
Authors: Sarlan Muhamad , Sulkiah Sulkiah
Published: January 2025

East Lombok Regency is the largest egg production center, controlling 35 percent of the total chicken egg production in West Nusa Tenggara Province. However, its contribution is still relatively low compared to other provinces such as Bali and East Java. This study aims to (1) determine the factors that influence the production of laying hen farming businesses, (2) determine the technical efficiency and technical inefficiency of laying hen farming businesses, and (3) determine the allocative and economic efficiency of laying hen farming businesses in East Lombok Regency. The study was conducted in Bagik Payung Village, Tirtanadi Village, Wanasaba Village, and East Lombok Regency, and it was determined purposively based on the largest laying hen population. The research sample was 61 people who were determined simply randomly. The results of the study showed that (1) the factors that had a positive and significant effect on the production of laying hen farming businesses in East Lombok Regency were the number of chickens (X1), concentrate (X2), vitamins and medicines (X6), while the vaccine variables (X7) and labor (X5) had a negative but insignificant effect on laying hen production. (2) The technical efficiency (TE) value obtained an average of 0.951. The laying hen farming business in East Lombok Regency can be said to be almost technically efficient. Meanwhile, the factors that have a positive and significant influence on the level of technical inefficiency are Education Level (Z2) and Livestock Experience (Z3), while age (Z1) and number of dependents (Z4) have a negative and insignificant influence on efficiency. (3) The distribution of allocative efficiency values is in the range of a minimum of 1.062 and a maximum of 1.248. with an average value of 1.184, indicating that the laying hen farming business in East Lombok is not allocatively efficient. While the average value of economic efficiency is 1.125. This value indicates that economically, the laying hen business in East Lombok Regency is not yet efficient.
Pengaruh Bauran Pemasaran terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Skincare Aloe Vera XYZ di Kota Pontianak
Authors: Saputri Eva Mulia , Dolorosa Eva , Fitrianti Wanti
Published: January 2025

The skincare sector has many prospects due to the growing public awareness of skin health. Indonesia's cosmetics industry grew by 20.6% between 2021 and 2022, according to data from the Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM). The XYZ skincare products, which originated in Pontianak City, West Kalimantan, and are derived from aloe vera, are among the most well-liked items from this trend. This study examined how the marketing mix impacted Pontianak City's purchases of O-degree products. Pontianak City was chosen for this study because it is a hub for aloe vera farming and is renowned for generating high-quality goods. The study's sample size was 100 customers aged 17 and older who had bought skincare products containing aloe vera at least twice in the previous six months. The factors influencing purchase decisions are assessed using the data analysis technique known as structural equation modeling (SEM). Product, pricing, location, and advertising were the characteristics that were being examined. The survey's results showed that most participants were female, between the ages of 21 and 25, working for a private company, college-educated, and making between Rp1,500,001 and Rp3,000,000. The product variable influenced consumers' buying decisions the most of the four factors analyzed. This is due to the distinctive worth and uniqueness of XYZ items, which are native Pontianak commodities. To improve buying decisions, entrepreneurs must focus more on improving product quality and maintaining the features that are the product's main draws. By enhancing product quality and giving local Pontianak products more prominence, XYZ is expected to be able to compete more successfully in the fiercely competitive skincare market.
Negociación de contratos complejos: financiamiento para investigación y desarrollo (I+D) y compras anticipadas de vacunas para la covid-19 entre 2020-2021
Authors: King Mantilla Katiuska , Carranza-Barona César
Published: January 2025

Este artículo examina el financiamiento para la investigación y el desarrollo (I+D), la compra anticipada de vacunas contra la covid-19 y los contratos complejos que los Estados firmaron con las empresas farmacéuticas. A partir de información del Centro de Salud Global y el Tribunal de Cuentas Europeo, los hallazgos apuntan a que las farmacéuticas obtuvieron fondos públicos para el desarrollo de vacunas y aprovecharon su posición privilegiada para imponer cláusulas contractuales a los países. Las condiciones de la producción/distribución y las indemnizaciones por efectos secundarios de la vacuna son algunas de las cláusulas. Las conclusiones sugieren que los grandes ganadores durante la pandemia fueron las farmacéuticas, que los Estados no obtuvieron beneficios por la inversión realizada en la I+D y que algunos países de América Latina aceptaron imposiciones contractuales, entre ellas, mantener la confidencialidad y reserva de los contratos.
The Effect of Human Resources Capabilities, Application of Systems of Internal Control, and The Use of Information Technology on The Quality of Local Government Accountability Report
Authors: Idzdiana Firda , Agriyanto Ratno , Rahmiyanti Firdha
Published: January 2025

Purpose - The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of human resources, national internal control systems, and information technology on local government accountability reports. Subsequently, to demonstrate this explanation, the analyst extraordinary inquired about the quality of Neighbourhood Government Consumption Responsibility Reports (Case Consider on UPPDs all through Central Java).
Research Method - This survey used primary data collected from 37 respondents. Data were collected using questionnaires that were sent personally to the Head of the Sub-Division of Administration, Administrative Staff, and the Expenditure Treasurer. An analysis of multiple linear regressions was performed using a quantitative approach.
Findings - The study shows that local government accounting quality is positively impacted by human resources, internal control systems, and information technology. As this study focuses only on human resources, internal control systems, and information technology. It is suggested that future studies use more or different contextual variables and different measurement instruments.
Implication - This study recommends local government to increase the quality accountability report. Human resources capabilities, the application of internal control systems, and the use of information technology units cannot be separated from the quality of the financial management area. This is because the local government is accountable to the central government, DPRD, and the community. Increasing the quality of financial reports will improve public trust in local government.
Determinants of Accounting Conservatism
Authors: Wiharno Herma , Hamzah Amir , Pangestu Reza Hibar
Published: January 2025

Purpose - The purpose of this research is to investigate and analyse the effects of investment opportunity set, company size, and financial distress on accounting conservatism in mining sector companies.
Research Method - The research used both descriptive and verificative methods. The population of the study consisted of 34 mining sector companies that were listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2017-2019. The sample for the study included the annual reports of 39 mining sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the same period. The data analysis technique used in the study was panel data regression.
Findings - This research shows that Investment opportunity set has a positive and significant effect on accounting conservatism. Company size has a positive and significant effect on accounting conservatism. Financial distress has a negative and significant effect on accounting conservatism.
Implication - The implication of this research is that management of mining sector companies can increase the level of accounting conservatism by considering factors such as investment opportunity set, company size, and financial distress. Additionally, the findings of this research can provide valuable information for investors, analysts, and regulators in making investment decisions in mining sector companies.
Factors Affecting Accounting Students Career Selection Interests as Public Accountants
Authors: Jovanka Grischa , Djashan Indra Arifin
Published: January 2025

Purpose - This research aims to obtain empirical evidence about the effect of financial rewards, labor market considerations, professional training, work environment, professional recognition, and social values as independent variables on career selection interests as public accountants as the dependent variable.
Research Method - The data was collected by distributing questionnaires containing thirty-five questions related to the variables through Google Form to accounting students from West Jakarta private universities or colleges with accredited â€œAâ€ or â€œExcellent (Unggul)â€ accounting department per 2022. The purposive sampling method was used to select the sample that fulfilled this research's criteria, resulting in 208 valid data that can be used, while multiple regression and hypothesis testing are used as the data analysis methods.
Findings - The results of this research indicated that financial rewards, professional recognition, and social values have impact on accounting students career selection interests as public accountants. Besides obtaining financial rewards, accounting students' main objective in working is to seek professional recognition from their work environment and gain social relations with their surroundings.
Implication - Accounting students are attracted to public accountant profession due to expectations of higher long-term financial rewards, professional recognition, and opportunities for self-development across various fields through pursuing social values. Clear information about career prospects and development opportunities in accounting is needed, as well as attention to student expectations of financial rewards, professional recognition, and social values that can be gained to increase their interest. Public accountants also offer opportunities to broaden knowledge and insights in other fields.
KONSEP GREEN SCHOOL DENGAN PENDEKATAN ARSITEKTUR EKOLOGI
Authors:   Universitas Internasional Batam, Z Rilsha Nadya Dwi Poetri , Pinassang Jeanny Laurens ,   Universitas Internasional Batam, Nursyamsu Lathifa ,   Universitas Internasional Batam, Murtiono Hendro ,   Universitas Internasional Batam
Published: January 2025

Lingkungan sekolah adalah fasilitas yang dapat mempengaruhi perkembangan dan tingkah laku siswa. Fasilitas pendidikan yang memadai dan berkualitas dapat menunjang dan meningkatkan mutu pendidikan serta memberikan kontribusi terhadap pembangunan Indonesia. Sampai saat ini metode pendidikan di Indonesia masih menerapkan sistem pembelajaran konvensional yang mencakup pertemuan tatap muka di ruangan tertutup, sehingga menimbulkan tingkat kebosanan pada siswa dan menyebabkan siswa tidak mampu berkontribusi langsung terhadap lingkungan dan masyarakat. Untuk itu, penting adanya pendidikan sekolah yang memanfaatkan lingkungan, dimana gagasan pendidikan yang memanfaatkan lingkungan sebagai sumber sarana dan prasarana dikenal dengan istilah green school. Dalam menganalisis green school, penulis mengadaptasi pendekatan arsitektur ekologi dengan metode penelitian yang digunakan berupa observasi dan kajian pustaka. Hasil yang didapatkan dari penelitian ini berupa konsep green school melalui pendekatan arsitektur ekologi agar para siswa di sekolah memiliki pengetahuan dan pendidikan yang didapatkan melalui lingkungan sekitar. Tema dan konsep desain pada sekolah dasar adalah arsitektur ekologi yang bertujuan untuk mencapai keselarasan antara bangunan sekolah dasar dengan lingkungan sekitarnya, baik bagi pengguna bangunan maupun masyarakat. Menciptakan bangunan sekolah yang berorientasi masa depan yang beradaptasi dengan lingkungan dan juga dapat menampung segala aktivitas pengguna secara eksklusif, nyaman bagi para siswa-siswi sekolah dasar dalam menempuh pembelajaran dilingkungan sekolah dan bangunan sekolah juga memanfaatkan sumber langsung dari alam tampa merusaknya. Misalkan pemanfaatan udara dan sinar matahari.
The Effect of Gender Equality on Work Performance, Career Development with Organizational Culture as an Intervening Variable (Case Study: Civil Servants in Medan City)
Authors: Sjukun  , Siagian Supriadi
Published: January 2025

Gender Equality is a very important social issue and is widely discussed in various circles, especially in an organization. Gender equality is applied due to gender discrimination revolving around the inequality of opportunities that employees have in improving work performance and developing careers in a company organization, both private and government companies, especially female workers or employees. The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of gender equality on work performance, career development with organizational culture as an intervening variable (case study: Medan city civil servants. The data collection method for this study is in the form of a questionnaire that will be distributed to civil servants in Medan City using Likert Scale Measurement. The population in this study were all employees who work as civil servants in the Medan City area. The population of civil servants in Medan City in 2023 is 10318 spread across all government agencies in Medan City. This study uses snowball sampling, the number of samples in this study is 385 samples. The data analysis method uses quantitative descriptive analysis, namely by distributing online and offline questionnaires. Data analysis using SEM-PLS and SPSS software version 24. The results of the study indicate that gender equality affects work performance through organizational culture and gender equality affects career development through organizational culture
The Impact of Intellectual Capital and Cultural Intelligence on Innovation and Performance, with Knowledge Sharing as a Mediator in Manufacturing Companies.
Authors: Yuwono Wisnu , Tjan Charles , Kesumahati Erilia
Published: January 2025

Batam City has become a popular destination for individuals from outside the city seeking employment due to the numerous manufacturing companies established there, both from local and foreign sources. The success of these companies is influenced not only by the abilities of their workforce but also by how well employees adapt to their working environment. This study aims to explore whether intellectual capital and cultural intelligence impact innovation and performance within the manufacturing sector in Batam City, with knowledge sharing serving as a mediating variable for cultural intelligence. Utilizing a quantitative research approach, the study is supported by primary data collected through surveys in the form of questionnaires. The researchers employed SPSS and Smart PLS software to analyze variable data and test the hypotheses. The findings reveal the following: 1) intellectual capital has no effect on innovation., 2) intellectual capital positively affects performance. 3) cultural intelligence positively affects innovation., 4) cultural intelligence positively affects knowledge sharing. 5) knowledge sharing positively affects innovation., 6) innovation positevely affecs on performance, and 7) cultural intelligence affects innovation through knowledge sharing as a mediating variable. In relation to these results, this research is recommended as a reference for managers in improving innovation and performance
Legal Discourse on Legalizing Cryptocurrency as Legal Tender in Indonesia: Insights from Global Practices
Authors: Christmas Sandy Kurnia , Angelique Aurellia
Published: January 2025

Cryptocurrency in Indonesia presents both advantages and challenges. The Indonesian government has not yet given legality to cryptocurrency as legal tender. However, even though it does not have specific regulations, this matter regarding crypto is described as a crypto asset in several legal regulations in Indonesia. This study aims to examine the potential for implementing cryptocurrency as legal tender in Indonesia and whether it can be regulated within the country's legal framework. It also compares Indonesia's situation with the legal systems of El Salvador and the Central African Republic, where cryptocurrency has been adopted as legal tender. This study was studied in a socio-legal research method review, which used several approaches from a legislative perspective, case studies, and a comparison of state laws.  The findings reveal that while there is no specific law in Indonesia that regulates cryptocurrency as legal tender, there are existing regulations governing crypto assets, overseen by the country's futures supervisory agency. Crypto in Indonesia does not yet meet the standard requirements as legal tender, such as tability of value, divisibility, and uniformity. Based on a comparison of laws in El Salvador and the Central African Republic that have established crypto as legal tender, several comparisons can be seen starting from the structure, substance, and legal culture, where support for regulations and institutions as well as community support can maximize the legalization of crypto in Indonesia, but this requires several special considerations related to the impact and influence that will be faced if the legality of crypto is implemented. Therefore, based on the comparison of the law, it will be seen whether Indonesia.
The Role of Wives as Breadwinners in Serang’s Traditional Markets in Enhancing Food Security
Authors: Luthfia Chaula , Qotrun Nida  , Marima Delmar Aldama  , Windiyanti Bahari Putri
Published: January 2025

The institution of marriage inherently establishes reciprocal rights and responsibilities between husband and wife. Among these is the husband’s obligation to provide material and emotional support to his wife. Over time, societal changes have opened opportunities for women, including wives, to participate in earning a living, such as through their work in traditional markets. In this context, wives who engage in traditional market activities contribute significantly to meeting food needs and, consequently, to strengthening food security. This study seeks to elucidate the pivotal role played by wives who contribute to household income as key drivers of family food security. Furthermore, it evaluates the perspective of Law No. 18 of 2012 on Food regarding wives who engage in earning a livelihood as vendors in traditional markets. Utilizing a combination of field research and literature review, the study adopts a juridical-empirical and sociological approach. The findings highlight that wives working in traditional markets are instrumental in promoting food security. Their efforts extend beyond their own households to support local food systems. These women directly embody the four critical dimensions of food security: food availability, food accessibility, food utilization, and food stability. Their contributions underscore the essential role of female vendors in ensuring sustainable food security at both familial and community levels.
Legal Analysis of Tengkawang Seed Exports in the Context of Natural Resource Conservation
Authors: Sanni Devi Mutiara , Hariri Achmad
Published: January 2025

The conflict between the Regulation of the Minister of Environment and Forestry (LHK) No. P.106/MENLHK/SETJEN/KUM.1/12/2018 and the Regulation of the Minister of Trade (Permendag) No. 44 of 2012 has created significant legal uncertainty regarding the protection and trade of tengkawang seeds in Indonesia. The LHK Regulation does not include tengkawang seeds as a protected plant species, while the Permendag prohibits the export of tengkawang seeds. This study aims to analyze the normative conflict related to the regulations governing the export of tengkawang seeds and its implications for environmental conservation and the economy in Pontianak City. The research methodology used is normative analysis with a statutory approach. Legal materials were obtained through document studies of laws and regulations and literature reviews.The research results show that this regulatory conflict hinders the export of tengkawang seeds, harms business actors, and potentially increases illegal trade activities. Furthermore, this inconsistency also causes confusion among law enforcement officials and the general public regarding the protection status of tengkawang seeds. This study recommends harmonizing regulations between the Ministry of Environment and Forestry and the Ministry of Trade to ensure effective protection of tengkawang seeds while supporting economic growth through legal and regulated trade. Additionally, in accordance with the legal principle lex posterior derogat legi priori, the newer law should prevail. Moreover, as per the LHK regulation, tengkawang seeds are not classified as protected plant varieties, which legally allows them to be exported.
Protecting Famous Trademarks: Legal Insights from the EV Electro Voice Case in Indonesia
Authors: Robiyatul Adawiyyah Inni Isnaini , Indrawati Septi
Published: January 2025

Trademark rights play a critical role in business, particularly in navigating global competition and safeguarding well-known brands. However, the principle of good faith in trademark registration is often exploited to mimic the fame of established trademarks. This study examines the prohibition of the registered trademark "EV ELECTROVOICE + Logo" as contested by the trademarks "EV and Logo" and "ELECTRO-VOICE," as outlined in Decision Number 83/Pdt.Sus-HKI/Merek/2023/PN Niaga Jkt.Pst. The research aims to analyze the legal rationale behind the court's decision and its implications for trademark protection in Indonesia, especially concerning the application of the first-to-file principle and the protection of well-known trademarks. Employing a normative juridical method, the study focuses on examining relevant legal norms and their application in practice. The findings reveal that the court nullified the “EV ELECTROVOICE + Logo” registration due to bad faith, as the registration was intended to leverage the reputation of well-known trademarks. This decision underscores the significance of maintaining good faith in trademark registration and highlights the influence of international law in securing rights for well-known trademarks. The study contributes to a deeper understanding of trademark law dynamics in Indonesia and sheds light on the decision's implications for protecting famous trademarks within the national legal framework. Ultimately, the research aims to enrich the comprehension of trademark law principles in Indonesia and provide insights for improving regulations to address the challenges of trademark protection in a globalized era.
Pengaruh Media Pembelajaran Pada Pendidikan Agama Islam
Authors: Wahyuni Sri , Kusumawati  , Tumenggung Ham Idris
Published: January 2025

Di Indonesia sendiri untuk pelaksanaan Pendidikan agama islam mengacu pada dasar yang secara langsung mengatur pelaksanaan Pendidikan agama islam yang ada di Indonesia terdapat dalam Tap MPR No.IV/MPR/1973 yang kemudian dikukuhkan pada Tap MPR No.IV/1978 jo Ketetapan MPR No.II/MPR/1983, Ketetapan MPR No. II/MPR/1988, ketetapan MPR No.II/MPR/1993. Tentang GBHN yang pada pokoknya dinyatakan bahwa pelaksanaan Pendidikan agama secara langsung dimasukkan ke dalam kurikulum pada semua jenjang Pendidikan di Indonesia. landasan dalil QS. Al -Mujadalah ayat 11 mengenai Allah SWT memberikan keleluasan bagi manusia untuk memperoleh ilmu pengetahuan dan Allah SWT angkat derajat manusia yang memiliki ilmu, terkait dengan penelitian ini sekaligus sebagai dasar indikator penelitian yang berjudul Pengaruh Media Pembelajaran Pada Pendidikan Agama Islam. Rumusan dari penelitian ini yaitu Bagaimana Pengaruh Media Pembelajaran Pada Pendidikan Agama Islam bagi aspek sikap kognitif mahasiswa. Bagaimana Implementasi Religiusitas mahasiswa saat pelaksanaan media pembelajaran Pendidikan Pendidikan Agama Islam. Penggunaan Metode yaitu kualittaif dengan menddeskripsikan hasil sebaran angket kepada mahasiswa dan memaparkan hasil Analisa sesuai dengan kondisi yang sebenarnya selama penelitian berlangsung. Dengan sumber sekunder penelitian yaitu dilaksanakan dengan menelaah literatur (kepustakaan), baik berupa buku, catatan maupun laporan hasil penelitian dari peneliti terdahulu. Populasi penelitian mahasiswa Teknik informatika UNPAM semester 1 tahun ajaran ganjil 2024/2025. Dengan pengambilan sampel sebanyak 61 responden. Observasi, pengamatan perilaku menggunakan lembar observasi sikap untuk mengukur aspek sikap kognitif dan afektif mahasiswa pada penelitian ini terdiri dari sikap, Implementasi Religiusitas, disiplin, Interaksi, Keterampilan, dan Sikap proses berfikir. Hasil Analisa penggunaan media pembelajaran berbentuk aplikasi dengan responden sebanyak 18 (29.5%) Selalu menggunakan media pembelajaran berbentuk aplikasi, sebanyak 16 (26.2%)sering menggunakan media pembelajaran berbentuk aplikasi, dan 22 (36%) responden kadang – kadang, 4 (7%) menggunakan media pembelajaran berbentuk aplikasi, sebanyak 4 (7%) responden tidak pernah menggunakan media pembelajaran berbentuk aplikasi, pada saat memulai pembelajaran menggunakan Apk al-Qur’an kemenag terdapat kendala yang dihadapi menggunakan media pembelajaran tersebut ketika pelaksanaan pembelajaran berlangsung. Rutinitas pelaksanaan penggunaan apk al-Qur’an kemenag dapat mengurangi kendala yang dihadapi menggunakan media pembelajaran dalam menyelsaikan tugas, dan aplikasi al-Qur’an kemenag digunakan secara berkesinambungan pada saat kegiatan belajar mengajar mata kuliah pendidikan islam.
Ambiguitas dan Distorsi Makna dalam Al-Qur’an
Authors: Salamah Ummu , Latifah Ira Ainul , Nisa Mauidlotun , Susiawati Wati
Published: January 2025

Penilitian ini membahas tentang ambiguitas dan distorsi makna yang terdapat dalam surat di dalam Al-Qur'an. Dalam kajian semantik, ambiguitas atau ketidak jelasan makna dapat disebabkan oleh beberapa hal, di antaranya adalah kata yang memiliki sifat umum atau kalimat yang tidak pernah seratus persen homogen. Sedangkan distorsi terjadi akibat kurangnya pengetahuan atau tindakan dari setiap individu yang ingin memahami ayat tersebut sesuai keinginannya dan ingin merangsang orang lain agar menyimpang dari pemahaman makna ayat Al-Qur'an. Dengan menggunakan metode metode kajian pustaka (literature review), peneliti mencoba mengumpulkan bahan materi secara sistematis tentang ambiguitas dan distorsi makna yang terdapat dalam beberapa ayat al-Qur’an dari penelitian-penelitian yang terdahulu. Dalam penelitian ini, penulis memaparkan contoh-contoh ambiguitas dan distorsi makna dalam al-Qur’an. Terdapat ambiguitas makna pada surah al-Baqarah ayat 228 dan an-Nisa ayat 43 dari penelitian Kamaluddin Abunawas, surah al-Baqarah ayat 223 dan an-Nisa ayat 34 pada penelitian Iswah Adriana, surah al-Baqarah ayat 220 pada penelitian Salman dkk.. Dan terdapat distorsi makna pada surah al-Baqarah ayat 191 dan 255 dari penelitian Septiani dkk., surah Thaha ayat 121, an-Nisa ayat 164, al-A’raf ayat 179 dari penelitian Nirwana AN. Serta dalam penelitian ini penulis juga berusaha memberikan sikap menghadapi ambiguitas dan distorsi makna dalam ayat al-Qur’an.
This research discusses the ambiguity and distortion of meaning contained in letters in the Al-Qur'an. In semantic studies, ambiguity or unclear meaning can be caused by several things, including words that have general characteristics or sentences that are never one hundred percent homogeneous. Meanwhile, distortion occurs due to a lack of knowledge or action on the part of each individual who wants to understand the verse according to his wishes and wants to stimulate other people to deviate from understanding the meaning of the verse of the Qur'an. By using the literature review method, the researchers tried to collect material systematically about the ambiguity and distortion of meaning contained in several verses of the Qur'an from previous studies. In this research, the researchers describe examples of ambiguity and distortion of meaning in the Qur'an. There is ambiguity in the meaning of surah al-Baqarah verse 228 and an-Nisa verse 43 from Kamaluddin Abunawas' research, surah al-Baqarah verse 223 and an-Nisa verse 34 in Iswah Adriana's research, surah al-Baqarah verse 220 in Salman et al.'s research. And there is a distortion of meaning in surah al-Baqarah verses 191 and 255 from Septiani et al.'s research, surah Thaha verse 121, an-Nisa verse 164, al-A'raf verse 179 from AN's Nirvana research. And in this research the researchers also try to provide an attitude towards facing ambiguity and distortion of meaning in the verses of the Qur'an.
Amṡāl Dalam Al-Qur'an: Analisis Makna, Unsur, dan Ragam Perumpamaan
Authors: Alyaditha Nachda , Basri Halimah , Khalid Rusydi
Published: January 2025

Amṡāl dalam Al-Qur'an sering kali ditafsirkan oleh para ulama yang menguasai ilmu bahasa (lughah) dan kaidah-kaidahnya. penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis makna, unsur-unsur sertaragam perumpamaan dari Amṡāl. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian kualitatif-deskriptif berbasis library research dengan pendekatan ilmu tafsir. Hasil penelitian menemukan bahwa Amṡāl dalam Al-Qur'an, memberikan penjelasan bahwa Amṡāl adalah cara untuk menyerupakan satu hal dengan hal lainnya berdasarkan kesamaan hukum, dengan tujuan mendekatkan konsep yang bersifat rasional kepada sesuatu yang dapat ditangkap oleh indera, atau menjelaskan hubungan antara dua hal yang berhubungan dengan indera melalui kemiripan yang dimilikinya. Selain itu Amṡāl terdiri dari beberapa bagian serta unsur-unsut yang saling melengkapi untuk menghasilkan perumpamaan yang efektif dan penuh makna.
Proverbs in the Qur'an are often interpreted by scholars who master the science of language (lughah) and its rules. This research aims to analyze the meaning, elements and various parables of Proverbs. This research uses field methods and literature studies with a descriptive qualitative approach. The approach used is tafsir to analyze proverbs in the Qur'an. The results of the study found that proverbs in the Qur'an, provide an explanation that proverbs are a way to resemble one thing with another based on legal similarities, with the aim of bringing a rational concept closer to something that can be captured by the senses, or explaining the relationship between two things related to the senses through their similarity. In addition, Proverbs consists of several parts and elements that complement each other to produce an effective and meaningful parable.
Early Islamic Economics: A Review of the Practices and Policies of the Prophet Muhammad and Khulafaurrasyidin
Authors: Rosmah  , Sirajuddin  , Sudirman
Published: January 2025

Artikel ini bertujuan untuk menelusuri ekonomi Islam pada masa Nabi dan Khulafaurrasyidin. Ekonomi Islam adalah sistem ekonomi yang berlandaskan pada nilai-nilai ajaran Islam yang bersumber pada Al Qur'an dan Hadist. Sistem Ekonomi Islam bertujuan untuk membumikan syariat Islam dalam sistem keuangan suatu negara secara kaffah dan dapat mensejahterakan masyarakat secara umum. Nabi Muhammad sebagai panutan seluruh umat manusia dalam berbagai aspek kehidupan telah mentransformasikan sistem ekonomi untuk membawa kemaslahatan bagi seluruh manusia. Pada masa pemerintahannya, Nabi Muhammad Saw sebagai pemimpin dan utusan Allah Swt telah mengubah sistem ekonomi dan keuangan Negara dengan ketentuan-ketentuan yang ada dalam Al-Qur'an dan Sunnah Nabi Saw. Setelah Rasulullah Saw wafat, kepemimpinan beliau dilanjutkan oleh para sahabatnya yang biasa disebut Khulafaurrasyidin ada empat periode kepemimpinan yaitu, kepemimpinan Abu Bakar Ashidiq, Umar bin Al-Khattab, Usman bin Affan, dan Ali bin Abi Thalib. Kebijakan fiskal pada masa Khulafaurrasyidin tidak mengalami perubahan yang signifikan karena para khalifah meneruskan apa yang telah dirintis dan dijunjung tinggi oleh Rasulullah dalam mengatur perekonomian negara.
This article aims to trace Islamic economics during the time of the Prophet and Khulafaurrasyidin. Islamic economics is an economic system based on the values of Islamic teachings sourced from the Qur'an and Hadith. The Islamic Economic System aims to ground Islamic sharia in the financial system of a country in a kaffah manner and can prosper the community in general. The Prophet Muhammad as a role model for all mankind in various aspects of life has transformed the economic system to bring benefits to all humans. During his reign, the Prophet Muhammad served as the leader and messenger of Allah and then changed the State's economic and financial system by the provisions of the Qur'an and the Sunnah of the Prophet (saw). After the Prophet Saw died, his leadership was continued by his companions commonly called Khulafaurrasyidin there were four periods of leadership, namely, the leadership of Abu Bakr Ashidiq, Umar ibn Al-Khattab, Usman ibn Affan, and Ali ibn Abi Talib. Fiscal policy during the Khulafaurrasyidin period did not experience significant changes because the caliphs continued what had been pioneered and upheld by the Prophet (saw) in regulating the country's economy.
Pharmacological and Interventional Approaches to Ascites Management in Cirrhosis: A Meta-Analysis
Authors: Annisa Ul Husni  , Saptino Miro
Published: January 2025

Background: Ascites, a common complication of cirrhosis, significantly impacts patient morbidity and mortality. This meta-analysis evaluated the efficacy and safety of various pharmacological and interventional approaches for ascites management in patients with cirrhosis.
Methods: A systematic search of PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases was conducted from January 2013 to December 2024, identifying randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing different pharmacological agents (diuretics, albumin, vasopressin receptor antagonists) and interventional procedures (large-volume paracentesis, transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt [TIPS]) in cirrhotic patients with ascites. The primary outcome was complete ascites resolution. Secondary outcomes included time to ascites recurrence, adverse events, and mortality. A random-effects model was used to pool data, and heterogeneity was assessed using the I² statistic.
Results: Twelve RCTs (n=2848 patients) met the inclusion criteria. Diuretics plus albumin was superior to diuretics alone in achieving complete ascites resolution (OR 2.18, 95% CI 1.65-2.88, p<0.001; I²=38%). Vasopressin receptor antagonists were comparable to diuretics plus albumin in terms of ascites resolution (OR 1.09, 95% CI 0.88-1.35, p=0.42; I²=12%) but associated with a lower incidence of hyponatremia (OR 0.52, 95% CI 0.35-0.78, p=0.002; I²=23%). Large-volume paracentesis was more effective than repeated small-volume paracentesis for ascites control (OR 1.75, 95% CI 1.31-2.34, p<0.001; I²=41%). TIPS was associated with a higher rate of complete ascites resolution compared to large-volume paracentesis (OR 2.45, 95% CI 1.78-3.38, p<0001; I²=35%) but a higher risk of hepatic encephalopathy (OR 2.21, 95% CI 1.48-3.30, p<0.001; I²=15%). Albumin reduced mortality in patients undergoing large-volume paracentesis (OR 0.68, 95% CI 0.49-0.94, p=0.02; I²=0%).
Conclusion: This meta-analysis supports the use of diuretics plus albumin, vasopressin receptor antagonists, large-volume paracentesis, and TIPS for ascites management in cirrhosis, with the choice of therapy individualized based on patient characteristics, ascites severity, and the risk of complications.
Influence of Work-Life Balance and Work Engagement on Successful Aging at Work in Uganda Health Sector
Authors: Kibedi Henry Kasawo , Nakasiita Kirabo Nkambwe , Kakinda Adrian Ivan , P’Olak Kennedy Amone , Muwonge Charles Magoba
Published: January 2025

The workplace is going through a paradigm shift marked by the presence of employees from four different generations. Yet globally, governments, organizations, and individual health workers have limited guidance on how to facilitate successful ageing at work. The present study adopts the innovative theory to test the influence of work-life balance and work engagement on successful ageing at work in Uganda's health sector. It employed a quantitative approach and specifically a correlational design. The sample consisted of 220 participants from a Municipality health sector, determined using the census sampling design. The study utilized a statistical package for social scientists (SPSS), specifically Pearson’s correlation and regression tests to assess the hypotheses. Significant findings indicated that work-life balance and work absorption were significantly associated. Work-life balance and work engagement had 1.5% predictive power over variations in successful ageing at work. However, work-life balance was a highly significant predictor of variance in successful ageing. Human resource policies and practices aimed at sustaining an optimum balance between work and family life including acceptable work schedules, working from home, maternity and paternal leaves; and semi-retirement adjustment counselling and guidance are indicated
Investigating the Use of Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) for Listening Instructions in SMAN 5 Tanjungpinang
Authors: Zidan Dwi Khalfani Kareem  , Sihombing Vebiyola , Santo Andika Jaya  , Sarah Stefani Simbolon  , Dhipo Dzaki Aryuda  , Erwin Pohan
Published: January 2025

Listening is essential for effective communication but often poses challenges in traditional teaching settings, where exposure to authentic materials is limited (Vandergrift & Goh, 2012). However, Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) provides mobile access to interactive audio content, enabling adaptive learning experiences (Burston, 2014) and continuous exposure to varied accents (Godwin-Jones, 2017). This study explores the implementation of MALL for listening instructions in SMAN 5 Tanjungpinang, focusing on the research questions: “Has SMAN 5 Tanjungpinang incorporated MALL into their teaching practices?” and “How does MALL contribute to improving SMAN 5 Tanjungpinang students' listening skills?” This qualitative research employs observation and semi-structured interviews to examine MALL's application in real classroom settings, aligning with the (Creswell, 2014) emphasis on context and utilizing thematic analysis to identify emerging patterns (Braun & Clarke, 2013). Findings reveal that while SMAN 5 Tanjungpinang has started incorporating MALL, there is significant potential to enhance its integration further and positively impact students' listening skills. These results highlight the importance of integrating mobile technology into educational curricula to enhance language learning outcomes.
Mesenchymal stem cell and exosome-based therapy for liver diseases: can it overcome conventional therapeutic inconsistencies?
Authors: Hussain Zahid
Published: January 2025

Liver inflammation, injury, and hepatic cell death are caused by external agents (viruses, bacteria, drugs, alcohol, etc.) along with the genetic susceptibility of an individual. Persistent activation of the fibrogenic response in cells leads to liver fibrosis which in turn progresses to cirrhosis and cancer. The dysregulation of the immune system generates reactive oxygen species which in turn induce necrosis of hepatocytes. This process activates hepatic stellate cells and myofibroblasts to produce a huge quantity of collagens, alpha-smooth muscle actin, and extracellular matrix deposition in liver parenchyma. Due to the multifactorial nature of this disease, conventional therapies increasingly attempted combinatorial therapy or polytherapy to target multiple mechanistic sites in order to prevent entry into further complicated irreversible stages. Despite advancements in conventional therapy, several cases aggravate fibrosis (grade 3 to 4) and cirrhosis. The inconsistency in treatment outcomes and limited organ donors for liver transplantation have led to an ever-increasing and challenging demand for alternative therapies. In this review, we analyze the mechanism and causative factors of liver diseases, conventional mode, and alternative therapeutic options. The central to liver diseases are immune dysregulation, hence bioactive agents with immunomodulatory properties should be searched and exploited to meet therapeutic needs. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) with their specialized anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties could be utilized as an effective alternative therapeutic candidate in treating inflammatory liver diseases. MSC-derived exosome further provides an additional immunomodulatory option that could work in tandem with MSC in a synergistic form. In this series, we have reviewed preconditioned and genetically edited MSCs to augment homing, proliferation, and differentiation. Importantly, all the clinical challenges should be noted and addressed before stem cell cytotherapy should be considered safe and effective for patients with liver diseases. Published literature indicated that MSC therapy has the potential to substitute conventional options in the treatment of high-grade fibrosis and cirrhosis.
Advantages of using biofilms to obtain high-value molecules by microbial biotransformations
Authors: de Oliveira Nicoly Subtil , da Silva Ramos Romeu Cassiano Pucci , de Paula Rafaela Caldas , da Costa Pereira Matheus Gonçalves , Rosa Rosimeire Takaki , Bianchini Luiz Fernando , Rosa Edvaldo Antonio Ribeiro
Published: January 2025

Microbial biotransformations are valuable tools from “green chemistry” and involve converting parental molecules into new daughter ones with unique physical, chemical, or pharmacological properties. These reactions are often carried out by cells grown under a planktonic phenotype. However, microbial cells grown under a phenotype of biofilm can improve biotransformation bioprocesses once they form more biomass per volume, are more resistant to extreme conditions (pH, temperature, and toxic substances), remain active for extended periods, are less prone to cell washouts, and reduce re-inoculation demands, leading to increased production rates due to their unique physiological features. In addition, experience has shown that biofilms may furnish a broader array of new daughter molecules. This review highlighted the benefits of using biofilms in microbial biotransformations to obtain a variety of bioactives.