bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Sorption activity of zoocompost relative to copper ions Cu(II)
Authors: Sverguzova Svetlana V. , Shaikhiev Ildar G. , Sapronova Zhanna A. , Bomba Ilya V. , Spesivtseva Svetlana E.
Published: July 2024

The study explored the possibility of using zoocompost, a waste product obtained during the production of protein and lipid concentrate from the larvae of the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens), to reduce the mobility of copper (II) ions in soils due to the sorption of copper (II) ions. The Hermetia zoocompost, which has high air permeability, moisture-retaining properties, and a porous structure was used in the study.
The adsorption of Cu2+ ions was studied under static conditions using model copper containing solutions prepared by dissolving CuSO4·5H2O salt in distilled water. It has been established that the sorption capacity of Cu2+ ions by zoocompost was 1 mmol/g or 64 mg/g. The efficiency of purification of a model solution containing Cu2+ ions reached 95% of the initial concentration. The mathematical processing of the adsorption isotherm within the framework of the Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET), Temkin, Langmuir, Dubinin-Radushkevich, and Freundlich models showed that the adsorption process was most accurately described by the Freundlich model (R2=0.9686). The value of Gibbs energy (ΔGо=-15.18 kJ/mol) indicated a spontaneous process. The calculated sorption energy (E=15.022 kJ/mol) indicated the specific nature of adsorption.
Equilibrium and kinetic studies of sorption of Fe(III) ions on R-modified sorbent with CSMA
Authors: Eyubova Esmira J. , Nagiev Khalil J. , Chiragov Famil M.
Published: July 2024

The sorbent was obtained based on a copolymer of styrene with maleic anhydride and 2-nitro-4- sulphoaniline (S) and subsequently modified with the reagent 4,4'-(ethane-1,2-diylbis(azanilidene))bis(pentan- 2-one) (S1). The sorption of the resulting product with respect to Fe(III) ions was studied. During the study, the influence of various factors on adsorption was studied, such as: pH, contact time, ionic strength, initial concentration of the metal ion, etc. The results were characterized using various adsorption isotherm and kinetic models. The results of the research showed that sorption is best described by the Langmuir model and the pseudo-second order kinetic model. The maximum sorption capacity was 348 mg/g for S and 479.2 mg/g for S1. For the adsorption studies, solutions of 5∙10-3 mol/dm3 Fe(III) were used. Static sorption studies were carried out at room temperature. For the desorption studies, acids of various concentrations were used, in particular solutions of 0.5 mol/dm3 HNO3, HCl, H2SO4 and HClO4.
Studies have shown that the modification of the adsorbent with a reagent led to an increase in sorption capacity, which means that the efficiency of extraction of Fe(III) ions by the corresponding product also increased. Thus, we can continue research in this area and modify the adsorbent with other reagents. A comparison of maximum adsorption capacities qmax of various adsorbents for the removal of Fe(III) ions showed that the adsorbents used in this study have higher sorption abilities. The resulting products were used for the sorption-photometric de- termination of Fe(III) in apricot and provided positive results. These factors suggest that the synthesized prod- ucts can be considered as being effective materials for the extraction of Fe(III) ions.
Determining flavonoids in the skin of Citrus reticulata
Authors: Selemenev Vladimir F. , Deineka Victor I. , Salasina Yaroslava Yu. , Eliseeva Tatiana V. , Mohammat Mohammed , Deineka Lyudmila A. , Pronin Ivan S.
Published: July 2024

n this work we studied the flavonoid composition of tangerine skins using 10 kinds of tangerines from various producers. The tangerine skins were peeled from fruit purchased from the market in Belgorod and dried at room temperature outside direct sunlight. The compositions of “green” ethanol-based extraction solutions and the “weighed portion of plant material: volume of extraction solution” ratios were chosen for extraction to ensure a high yield of flavonoids. For separation, reverse-phase HPLC on the Kromasil 100-5C18 stationary phase was used in environmentally friendly mobile phase compositions that contained ethanol as an organic modifier. In gradient elution mode all mobile phases contained 0.2 vol. % orthophosphoric acid. To assign extract components, we used samples of a number of substances and parameters of electronic absorption spectra in comparison with published data. It was found that the chromatographic profiles of the extracts of the studied samples were noticeably different. A number of the least lipophilic compounds, derivatives of cinnamic acids, were found in all extracts. After that, we discovered two flavanone glycosides, the main of which was hesperidin (hesperitin-7-rutinoside) with a content of is 26.0-39.9 mg per 1 g of dried raw material, and naringin (naringenin-7-neohesperidiside) in significantly smaller quantities, from 0 to 1.15 mg per 1 g. But of greatest interest were polymethoxylated flavones, among which the main component was nobiletin (5,6,7,8,3′,4′-hexamethoxyflavone) with a content from 0.03 to almost 11 mg/g in dried peel and tangeretin (5,6,7,8,4′-pentamethoxyflavone), found in slightly smaller quantities, 0.1-5.4 mg/g.
It was established that nobiletin and tangeretin were mostly accumulated in the skins of small tangerines. On the whole, tangerine skin is a great source of highly biologically active flavonoids, so its processing is an important task for the food industry.
Determination of non-combustible impurities in detonation nanodiamond powder
Authors: Yarykin Daniil I. , Gorelkov Oleg P. , Pytskii Ivan S. , Spitsyn Boris V. , Buryak Aleksey K.
Published: July 2024

The study of the physicochemical (including adsorption) properties of nanodiamond requires the possibility of reproducible generation of the carbon surface of an individual particle without metal impurities of unknown composition. This kind of surface can be obtained through an additional deep cleaning of a commercially available sample. This article is dedicated to the study of the composition of non-combustible impurities of detonation nanodiamond powder. Using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry, iron and titanium were identified as the main metal components of the unburned residue, and the presence of Cr, Ni, Zr, As, and Sb was qualitatively established. The expected composition of the main molecular ions formed on the surface of the unburned residue in the course of laser desorption/ionisation mass spectrometry was presented. Based on the results of mass spectrometry analysis, a method of two-stage chemical treatment of detonation nanodiamond powder was proposed, which allowed reducing the mass fraction of non-combustible impurities during annealing in air from 2.0 to 0.1%.
Application of the thin layer chromatography method for the determination of the degree of hydrolysis of soy lecithin
Authors: Leontyev Viktor N. , Ignatovets Olga S. , Lazovskaya Olesya I. , Strakh Yana L.
Published: July 2024

The aim of this study was the determination of the degree of enzymatic hydrolysis of soy lecithin using thin layer chromatography in combination with a modern imaging data processing program. Hydrolysis of phospholipids was carried by the action of the enzyme phospholipase A2 (PLA2) in the presence of calcium ions for 2 h at a temperature of 50°C and pH 5.7. Chromatographic separation of the components of the reaction medium was carried out 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, and 120 min after adding the PLA2 in the chloroform: methanol: ammonium hydroxide system in a ratio of 6.5 : 2.5 : 0.4 (v/v/v). The following phospholipids and their lysoforms were identified: Rf = 0.41±0.03 for phosphatidylethanolamine (PE), Rf = 0.28±0.02 for phosphatidylcholine (PC), Rf = 0.09±0.01 for phosphatidylinositol (PI), Rf = 0.06±0.01 for phosphatidic acid (PA), Rf = 0.15±0.02 for lysophosphatidylethanolamine (LPE), Rf = 0.08±0.01 for lysophosphatidylcholine (LPC), Rf = 0.03±0.01 for lysophosphatidylinositol (LPI) and Rf = 0.02±0.01 for lysophosphatidic acid (LPA). It was shown that soy lecithin contained PC, PE, PI, and PA before the enzymatic reaction, the content of these compounds after the addition of the PLA2 decreases due to the formation of LPC, LPE, LPI, and LPA, respectively. The dependence of the degree of hydrolysis (α, %) of PC on the duration of the enzymatic reaction was obtained. It was established that the intensive conversion of PC to LPC under the action of the PLA2 occurred during 60 min (α = 82%). Further conversion of PC occurred insignificantly: 84% after 90 min and 87% after 120 min, which was due to the inhibition of enzyme activity by the final reaction product.
Protein interaction modeling v1
Authors: Wang Shiyi
Published: July 2024

Protein interaction modeling using Alphafold 2.0 Multimer
Postnatal astrocyte labeling by electroporation (PALE) v1
Authors: Wang Shiyi
Published: July 2024

Postnatal astrocyte labeling by electroporation (PALE)
Yeast protoplast fusion v1
Authors: Sparrow is , Bathe Ulschan
Published: July 2024

This protocol was based on the original protocol by Ulschan Bathe and Kristen Van Gelder from the Hanson Lab at UF in 2023. It details how to fuse 2 yeast protoplasts. It is focused on obtaining an evolution strain with the system OrthoRep, but should work for the fusion of any 2 yeast strains provided the selection scheme is functional.
mRNA extraction and cDNA preparation v1
Authors: Wang Shiyi
Published: July 2024

mRNA extraction and cDNA preparation
Lentivirus production and transduction v1
Authors: Wang Shiyi
Published: July 2024

Lentivirus production and transduction
PiggyBac plasmids v1
Authors: Wang Shiyi
Published: July 2024

How to make PiggyBac plasmids
Ezrin plasmids v1
Authors: Wang Shiyi
Published: July 2024

How Ezrin plasmids were made.
Mouse synapse imaging and analysis v1
Authors: Wang Shiyi
Published: July 2024

Mouse synapse imaging and analysis
Mouse astrocyte territory volume analysis v1
Authors: Wang Shiyi
Published: July 2024

Mouse astrocyte territory volume analysis
Christ under the rubble
Authors: De Gruchy John
Published: July 2024

In a brief comment from prison Dietrich Bonhoeffer asks how anyone can be happy in a time of war. In response he writes about founding aesthetic existence anew in the church. This essay examines what he meant by this in our own “time of war”. First, by considering Kierkegaard’s rejection of aestheticism, his affirmation of “living poetically” and the “passion of possibility.” Secondly, by recounting Bonhoeffer’s own journey from his early humanist formation and travels abroad to his involvement in the Resistance and imprisonment. Thirdly, by examining what Bonhoeffer meant by the church as a “sphere of freedom”. Fourthly, I discuss the examples Bonhoeffer suggests for nurturing aesthetic existence in the church (art, formation, friendship, and play).I wonder whether … it is only from the concept of the church that we can regain the understanding of the sphere of freedom (art, education, friendship, play). This means that aesthetic existence (Kierkegaard) is not to be banished from the church’s sphere; rather, it is precisely within the church that it would be founded anew. I actually believe this, and from here we could recover our connection with the Middle Ages! Who in our time could, for example, light-heartedly make music, nurture friendship, play, and be happy? Certainly not the “ethical” person, but only the Christian (Dietrich Bonhoeffer).The startling nativity scene of “Christ under the Rubble”, displayed in the Lutheran Church in Bethlehem during Advent 2023 was an icon of solidarity with the Palestinian people during the war on Gaza. Irrespective of how we evaluate it as a “work of art”, it is testimony to God’s incarnational solidarity with the suffering people of the world and an example of the prophetic role of art. How to understand that role within church and society and its theological significance led me to write Christianity, Art and Transformation twenty years ago. In doing so, I became more aware of the remarkable role that art in its various forms played in the struggle against apartheid, much of it outside the church. While it was important to recall and reflect on the role of art in the anti-apartheid struggle, my focus in writing Christianity, Art and Transformation was on the potential role of art in the creation of a more just world global society. In doing so I discussed Bonhoeffer’s passing comment on aesthetic existence, quoted above, in a letter from prison to Eberhard and Renate Bethge, his close friend and niece. That discussion was developed further by Adrian Coates in his dissertation published as The Aesthetics of Discipleship, and in a later essay on Bonhoeffer’s understanding of “mature aesthetics.” In what follows I take that discussion further with specific reference to ecclesiology within an unjust global context defined by war, most notably but not only in the Sudan, Ukraine and Palestine.
Paedagogia Homiletica Viatorum.
Authors: Wepener Cas
Published: July 2024

The four movements of the “Lukan liturgy” on the road to Emmaus, specifically the gathering, word, table and sending, are used to develop route markers for a homiletical pedagogy of the road for Africa. An argument is advanced for a special kind of contact between lecturer and students that takes seriously a variety of epistemologies and ontologies; for prioritising listening to speaking; for a pedagogy that serves a postcolonial imagination; and lastly, for a teleological orientation that works with an anthropology of desire and preaching as a Christopraxis event.
Social Media in Shaping Public Opinion Roles and Impact: A Systematic Review
Authors: Latif Dasad ,   Universitas Hasanuddin, Indonesia, Samad Muhammad Ahsan , Rinawulandari Rinawulandari , Kadir Shamsiah Abd ,   Universitas Tadulako, Indonesia,   Universitas Tadulako, Indonesia,   Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Published: July 2024

This systematic literature review examines the impact of social media on public opinion and its implications for policy-making. Utilising the PRISMA framework, the study analysed 19 articles from Scopus and Web of Science databases published between 2013-2023. The review identified five main categories of social media platforms discussed; Twitter/X, Meta (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp), YouTube, Chinese apps (Sina Weibo, WeChat, QQ), and several unspecified platforms. Key themes emerged across these categories, including the role of social media in knowledge dissemination, creation of filter bubbles and echo chambers, amplification of diverse voices, and spread of misinformation. The findings highlighted social media potential for real-time public opinion monitoring, facilitating engagement between policymakers and citizens, and early identification of emerging issues. However, challenges such as information credibility and algorithmic curation of content were also noted. The review suggests that strategic use of social media can raise awareness and mobilise support for global initiatives like the Sustainable Development Goals. It emphasises the need for policymakers to understand and leverage social media's influence on public sentiment while addressing associated risks. The study contributes to a nuanced understanding of how different social media platforms shape public discourse and influence policy decisions in the digital age. Future research directions are proposed to further explore the complex dynamics between social media, public opinion, and governance in an evolving technological landscape. Keywords: Social media impact, public opinion formation, digital policymaking, online political discourse, civic engagement.
A Quantitative Content Analysis of Sexual Harassment News: Comparison of Daily Jang and Berita Harian Newspaper
Authors: Fatima Hilal ,   University Putra Malaysia, Ahmad Ghazali Akmar Hayati , Bukhari Urwa ,   University Putra Malaysia,   Minhaj University Lahore, Pakistan
Published: July 2024

Both Malaysian and Pakistani societies have been reported to have issues with sexual harassment, as indicated by victims and media sources. The media presentation of sexual harassment was observed in Daily Jang and Berita Harian newspaper by using the method of Content Analysis. The portrayal of sexual harassment issues in news coverage is an essential part of bringing awareness. The current study has focused to do a comparison of Sexual harassment news published between a Pakistani and a Malaysia newspaper to understand the differences and similarities in the pattern of news coverage. A total of 194 and 151 sexual harassment news respectively, were selected by defined coders, with the time frame of the year 2016. The chi-square test was applied to understand the significant difference between the amount of news in both newspapers. Inter-coder reliability was done to identify the agreement between coders. In the results of structural attributes Daily Jang and Berita Harian did not give prominence to sexual harassment and did not elevate awareness through news coverage. Even though, the negligence of the media and government is the similarity between the two countries. Both countries have this social problem but they do not have any agenda or policy to handle or control it. According to content attributes, most of the coverage was based on sensitization. However, Berita Harian had published a bit of educational and awareness content as compared to Daily Jang which was good but not enough for the betterment of society. Keywords: Sexual harassment, sexual harassment news, content analysis, structural attribute, content attribute.
Fostering Digital Dialogue: A Case Study of Government Social Media Initiatives in Advocating Social Participation
Authors: Praratya Atalia ,   Universitas Widyatama, Indonesia, Sukmayadi Vidi , Kamil Dinda Nur Griya ,   Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia,   Universitas Padjajaran, Indonesia
Published: July 2024

Engagement with the public and promoting social participation have emerged as essential aspects of democratic governance which have resulted in the focus towards social media by the Indonesian government. The role of social media has become increasingly vital for the Indonesian government and its governing agencies to reach and accommodate broad and diverse publics. Unfortunately, in developing nations, particularly Indonesia, using social media in government institutions to engage with the people and provide services is still deemed inconsistent and uneven. Hence, this case study explores an Indonesian provincial government's social media initiatives that have been nationally acknowledged as successful in strategies of fostering digital dialogue to facilitate social participation and could potentially become an exemplary implementation model for the country. The authors conducted a focus group discussion with public information and social media officials. Generally, the findings demonstrate how regional governments, with solid backing from the top leader and a well-designed strategic plan, could leverage social media platforms to meet public expectations while advancing democratic governance. Furthermore, the findings indicate that the social media initiatives undertaken by the provincial government have facilitated public participation, ensuring that citizens are heard and can actively participate in governmental decisions that impact their needs. This paper contributes to the existing literature on government public relations by highlighting the government's role in advocating democratic and participatory governance. Keywords: Digital dialogue, government public relations, Indonesia, social media, public participation.
Academic Adaptation of Chinese Postgraduate Students in Malaysia
Authors: Bi Shanshan ,   Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Ahmad Abdul Latiff ,   Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Published: July 2024

In recent years, there has been a notable rise in the number of Chinese applicants seeking admission to Malaysian tertiary education institutions, particularly for postgraduate programmes. This trend can be attributed to the favourable policies implemented by the Malaysian government. For Chinese students themselves, the prior task of studying abroad is to achieve their educational goals, which is challenging for them to study in an unfamiliar educational context. This study aims to explore Chinese postgraduate students’ academic adaptation to Malaysian research-oriented universities that provide qualified postgraduate programmes. Using qualitative methods, the study conducted semi-structured interviews with 15 Chinese postgraduate students studying in five Malaysian public universities. Thematic analysis was adopted to analyse the data collected. The study’s findings unveiled the various factors affecting Chinese postgraduate students’ academic adaptation throughout their postgraduate tenure, encompassing language ability, supervisor-supervisee relationship, pedagogic differences, academic support and emotional support. In addition, the study also highlighted the strategies that Chinese postgraduate students employed to embrace these challenges. The implications of the findings are expected to help Chinese postgraduate students develop effective strategies and programs to facilitate their academic adaptation in Malaysia. Further to this, these findings can offer recommendations to higher education institutions on how to collaborate effectively with Chinese students. Keywords: Academic adaptation, Chinese postgraduate students, Malaysian universities, challenges, strategies.
The Impact of Fast-Food Video Advertisements Through The Eyes of Young Creative Industry Practitioners
Authors: Woon Pei Ying ,   Xiamen University Malaysia
Published: July 2024

Video advertising has become a crucial marketing strategy for fast-food restaurants. While previous studies have identified factors influencing video advertisement effectiveness, these factors have yet to be investigated in light of current market preferences. In bridging this gap, it is crucial to consider the perspectives of young industry creative practitioners, who, with their dual roles as professionals and members of the target market, offer fresh insights into the factors influencing video advertisement effectiveness in alignment. Therefore, this study was conducted to investigate the fast-food video advertisements effectiveness in today’s market, specifically through the eyes of young creative industry practitioners. This study examines the effectiveness of fast-food video advertisements, focusing on content engagement, emotional arousal, information trustworthiness, and visual characteristics. Informant interview was utilized in the study, with data saturation achieved after collected insights from six interviewees who fulfilled the sampling criteria. The collected data underwent analysis using NVivo, involving coding and thematic analysis. The findings have substantiated strong relationships between visual attractiveness, content engagement, and the fast-food video advertisements effectiveness. However, it was determined that emotional arousal and information trustworthiness do not have a significant relationship with the fast-food advertisements effectiveness. Overall, this study contributes valuable insights for advertising agencies and offers a theoretical enhancement to existing models. Keywords: Fast-food restaurants, video advertisement, young creative industry practitioners, advertising effectiveness, advertisement content.
Javanese Cultural Content and Identity Construction: Study on Javanese Transmigrant Descendants in Lampung, Indonesia
Authors: Sulistyarini Dhanik ,   University of Lampung, Indonesia, Kumorotomo Wahyudi , Rajiyem Rajiyem ,   Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia,   Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia
Published: July 2024

This article discusses the role of media, especially Javanese cultural content, in the construction of the cultural identity of the Javanese transmigrant descendants in Lampung, Indonesia. The formulation of the problem in this study is how the role of Javanese cultural content in the construction of the identity of the descendants of Javanese transmigrants--in particular third and fifth generation--in Lampung? It is further divided into three research questions, which are how is Javanese cultural content displayed in the media in Lampung? What media are consumed by the descendants of Javanese transmigrants in Lampung? How does Javanese cultural content in the media play a role in the construction of the cultural identity of Javanese transmigrants in Lampung? This is a case study research, and the data was collected through in-depth interviews with 8 descendants of Javanese transmigrants in Lampung, 3 local media managers, and participative observations. The results showed that the descendants of Javanese transmigrants used both traditional and digital media. Elderly informants used print media (Javanese-language magazine), radio, and television, as well as a small amount of digital media. Meanwhile, adolescent informants consume Javanese cultural content through digital media, especially YouTube and TikTok. These results prompted researchers to argue that media and technology play a role in the construction of transmigrants' identities. The Javanese cultural content helps transmigrants to maintain their Javanese cultural identity. Keywords: Media, identity construction, transmigration, cultural identity, Javanese culture.
Social Media Management in Local Government: A Case Study of Bandung City Government's Instagram and Twitter (X), Indonesia
Authors: Atnan Nur ,   Telkom University, Indonesia, Prajarto Nunung , Kurnia Novi ,   Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia,   Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia
Published: July 2024

Effective social media management by the local government plays a central role in generating and shaping public engagement. Bandung City Government's just setup their Instagram and Twitter (X) accounts in year 2022, which consider having low engagement. This study aims to analyse reasons for low public engagement in the local government social media. Specifically, this study focuses on the Bandung City Government which has experienced using other social media for more than 10 years. The approach used was a case study and quantitative content analysis on Instagram and Twitter (X) accounts during the 2022 period. The results showed that the social media management of the Bandung City Government has not been effective in creating high-quality engagement. The team has not been able to optimize planning activities to create creative content. According to the needs of citizens, interaction and response to public comments are still inconsistent. In addition, evaluation activities have not been optimally used to improve management strategy improvements. The results of this study have important implications for social media management practices in local governments. The weaknesses of social media management found in this study can be used as lessons learned by other local governments to increase engagement with the public. Keywords: Local government, social media, social media management, public engagement, Twitter (X).
Research of Ukraine’s Tourism Image – Based on Data Analysis of The Travel Notes of the Chinese TourismResearch of Ukraine’s Tourism Image – Based on Data Analysis of The Travel Notes of the Chinese Tourism Website Mafengwo
Authors: Na Rigele ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: July 2024

Since the implementation of the visa-on-arrival policy for Chinese citizens in 2016, the number of Chinese tourists visiting Ukraine has significantly increased. The main purpose of the article is to determine the main characteristics of Ukrainian tourist destinations based on the analysis of travel notes of tourists to Mafengwo from the period 1992 to 2023, as well as to find out the general views of Chinese tourists on food, accommodation, tourism and shopping in Ukraine, using the method of frequency analysis of words to summarize the specific ideas of Chinese tourists about Ukraine. The article employs a combination of literature review, text analysis, and word frequency analysis. The Word frequency analysis complements content analysis by quantifying the prevalence of specific terms in the travel notes of Chinese tourists visiting Ukraine, focusing on the tokenized analysis of these notes. The findings succinctly capture Chinese tourists' perceptions of Ukraine, revealing concerns for safety issues, as evidenced by the frequent mention of "war". The analysis shows a preference for traveling in groups, with an average expenditure of approximately $1,600 per person and a typical visit duration not exceeding 10 days. The overall sentiment towards travel experiences in Ukraine is positive, with words like "cheap" "delicious" and "like" frequently used, indicating an appreciation for the affordability and quality of food. Chinese tourists favor a mix of historical, cultural, and seaside destinations, reflecting diverse interests. However, communication barriers emerge as a complaint among these travelers.
Pendampingan Implementasi Model Project-Based Learning (PjBL) Melalui Komunitas Belajar Bagi Pendidik Paud di Kecamatan Bruno, Purworejo Jawa Tengah
Authors: Maryati Sisilia , Lestari Gunarti Dwi , Riyanto Yatim
Published: July 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengkaji tentang proses pendampingan mengenai implementasi model Project-based Learning melalui komunitas belajar bagi pendidik PAUD di Kecamatan Bruno, Purworejo, Jawa Tengah. Menganlisis menganai faktor penghambat serta faktor pendukung dalam pendampingan model Project-based Learning melalui komunitas belajar bagi pendidik PAUD. Mendeskripsikan mengenai hasil implementasi model Project-based Learning yang diselenggarakan oleh komunitas belajar untuk diterapkan oleh pendidik PAUD ketika proses belajar mengajar di dalam kelas. Oleh karenanya, penelitian ini berfokus pada pendampingan yang dilakukan oleh fasilitator komunitas belajar kepada peserta pendampingan pendidik PAUD. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian deskriptif dengan menggunakan teknik pengabsahan data validitas. Data yang dihasilkan dari penelitian ini adalah data wawancara, observasi dan studi dokumentasi. Lokasi penelitian ini bertempat di Komunitas Belajar Bruno, Kecamatan Bruno, Purworejo, Jawa Tengah. Informan dalam penelitian ini terdiri dari fasilitator, pihak sekolah, dan peserta pendampingan yang ikut serta dalam pendampingan. Proses pendampingan yang dilakukan oleh fasilitator bersifat daring maupun luring dengan menggunakan metode diskusi guna memaksimalkan pembelajaran. Terdapat faktor penghambat maupun faktor pendukung dalam kegiatan pendampingan yang bersumber dari eksternal dan internal. Hasil dari pendampingan tersebut adalah meningkatkan kreatifitas pendidik dalam menginovasi model pembelajaran Project-based Learning yang akan diimplementasikan kepada anak-anak usia dini.
Peran Pelaku UMKM Dalam Upaya Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Di Kampung Tambaksari Selatan Kota Surabaya
Authors: Laksana Ilham , Mardliyah Sjafiatul , Rosyanafi Rofik Jalal
Published: July 2024

Tingginya tingkat persaingan dalam kehidupan dan peluang untuk mendapatkan tambahan pendapatan merupakan salah ciri dari globalisasi dan revolusi industry. Globalisasi, revolusi industri dan teknologi bagai pisau bermata dua yang melahirkan era digitalisasi yang merupakan dampak dari globalisasi. Kewirausahaan memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi suatu negara. Pada dasarnya, dengan kewirausahaan sendiri memiliki kemampuan untuk melahirkan seorang pengusaha serta sebagai solusi untuk pertumbuhan ekonomi dan pembangunan suatu negara. Peran pengusaha dalam pertumbuhan ekonomi suatu negara sangatlah penting yang dapat memberdayakan masyarakat agar memiliki kemandirian untuk dapat menumbuhkan perekonomiannya sekaligus memperbaiki kehidupannya di masa depan. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan deskriptif kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus pada peran pelaku usaha muda dalam memberdayakan masyarakat dan umkm. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan observasi dan wawancara, sampel berjumlah 15 orang dan populasi berjumlah 30 orang. Analisis data menggunakan analisis dari miles dan Huberman dengan 3 tahapan yaitu: (1) kondensasi data, (2) penyajian data (display data), (3) penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian kali ini adalah terdapat perbedaan treatment (perlakuan) antara memberdayakan masyarakat dengan memberdayakan para pelaku umkm kecil melalui peran pengusaha (pelaku usaha) muda. Perbedaannya terletak pada pemberdayaan untuk masyarakat yang lebih kompleks dan detail karena sebagai pondasi awal untuk memperkuat masyarakat agar memahami tentang dunia kewirausahaan bahwa tahapan atau proses yang dilalui sangatlah banyak sehingga dibutuhkan ketelatenan dan keuletan agar dapat menumbuhkan rasa kemandirian secara pelan-pelan. Untuk pemberdayaan pada pelaku umkm kecil peran pelaku usaha muda ini lebih langsung menyasar kepada permasalahan yang dihadapi para pelaku umkm kecil seperti produk, penjualan, dan branding. Dimana cara yang dilakukan pelaku usaha muda ini adalah dengan berkolaborasi dengan pengusaha lain serta menyiapkan tim yang ahli serta mendatangkan langsung contoh pelaku usaha lainnya yang sudah sukses dengan segala macam rintangan yang sudah dilewati
The Effect of Employer Branding and Electronic Word of Mouth (E-WOM) on Intention to Apply Mediated by Corporate Reputation with Social Media as a moderation Variable in E-Commerce Companies in Indonesia
Authors: Aghna Muhammad Nabil , Kurniawan Dediek Tri
Published: July 2024

Competition between companies is not only to win the market, but also in getting the best employees. Potential employees tend to be more selective in choosing which company to apply to. This study was conducted to see how the effect of the application of employer branding, and electronic word of mouth communication that occurs on the desire of potential employees to apply for jobs in e-commerce companies which are also seen as mediation and moderation relationships. Respondents of this study amounted to 398 consisting of FEB students from 3 universities that have a high level of employability in their graduates. The data analysis method used in this study is using the Structural Equation Model (SEM) with SMART-PLS software. In this study, it was found that there was a positive influence of the application of employer branding on the desire of potential employees to apply to e-commerce companies. So that the application of employer branding in e-commerce companies is important to attract potential applicants.
Development of Game Media „Onet Familie“ to Practice Mastery of German Vocabulary for 11th Grade Students at SMA Negeri 1 Tumpang
Authors: Putri Dhea Widia , Retnantiti Sawitri
Published: July 2024

This R&D aims to develop the Onet Familie media game with the theme Familie to train the mastery of German vocabulary for 11th Grade Students at SMA Negeri 1 Tumpang. Onet Familie contains practice questions about vocabulary articles and pictures about family. The model used in this development is a four-D model that has been modified in three stages, namely: (1) Define (definition), (2) Design (planning), and (3) Develop (development). Results of the product validation and testing analyzed descriptively quantitatively with the following results: (a) The validity of the material according to the material expert is 63 percent, (b) The validity of the media according to the media expert is 90.7 percent, and the response of students as test respondents is 81.7 percent. On average, students can complete the practice questions in the Onet Family game media at level 1, 2 and 3 well. Based on the product validity criteria used in this development, the Onet Familie game media is included in the very feasible category, so it can be used as an alternative in learning German vocabulary in class XI SMA.
Immigration-related stressors and mental health problems: exploring the role of religious involvement among Asian-American immigrants
Authors: Liu Sizhe , Zhang Wei
Published: July 2024

Focusing on Asian-American immigrants in the National Latino and AsianAmerican Study, this work examines (1) whether immigration-related stressors areassociated with 12-month depressive disorder and suicidal ideation, and (2) howindividual religious involvement moderates the associations. Findings from regressionanalyses reveal that limited English proficiency increases the risk of both 12-monthdepressive disorder and suicidal ideation. No significant differences in 12-monthdepressive disorder and suicidal ideation are found by age at immigration. Mostimportantly, religious coping—frequently seeking comfort from religion—buffers thenegative effects of limited English proficiency on suicidal ideation. Our findingssuggest the importance of individual religious involvement in helping Asian-Americanimmigrants cope with stress associated with immigration. Mental health professionalsmay need to integrate religious coping mechanisms into the clinical setting to offer more effective treatments that are sensitive to individuals’ religious and spiritual needs.
Les «Tchakaloké » ou l’art de soigner les fractures et entorses en pays Idaatcha au Bénin : un patrimoine immatériel entre savoir-faire et spiritualité
Authors: AGBAKA Opêoluwa Blandine
Published: July 2024

La tradithérapie au Bénin demeure en dépit de la multiplication des hôpitaux et centres de santé publics et privés, la médecine la plus accessible aux populations en premier lieu, en raison de son coût abordable par rapport à la médecine moderne, mais également, parce qu’au-delà de tout, elle continue de représenter l’héritage des ancêtres.
Le présent article a pour objectif principal de présenter l’ancrage profond et encore très vivant des connaissances et savoir faire des « Tchakaloké », tradithérapeuthes spécialisés dans le soin des fractures et entorses en pays Idaatcha, dans la commune de Dassa-Zoumè, département des Collines au centre nord du Bénin. Cette recherche s’est appuyée sur une méthodologie d’observation participative axée sur  des enquêtes de terrain, une approche empirique et une recherche documentaire spécialisée. Elle a abouti d’une part, à collecter des informations sur les pratiques usuelles de soins pour les entorses et les fractures chez les Tchakaloké et d’autre part, à mettre en évidence les connaissances et compétences majeures, de même que les conditions socioculturelles et socio-environnementales qui entourent ce savoir-faire de la médecine traditionnelle.
Il en découle qu’en dépit des difficultés de transmission intergénérationnelle de plusieurs éléments du patrimoine culturel immatériel au Bénin, il existe dans nos sociétés actuelles, des connaissances et savoir-faire qui continuent de porter le flambeau d’un héritage ancestral multiséculaire.
La réflexion commence par les enjeux de sauvegarde du patrimoine culturel immatériel de l’humanité (PCI), pour aborder ensuite les caractéristiques et enjeux du PCI au niveau africain. Le troisième point présente les Tchakaloké et leur art de soigner les fractures et les entorses. L’article se termine avec les enjeux d’une valorisation de ce savoir-faire.
L'Impact de la Gouvernance sur le Développement Économique en Afrique
Authors: Bouhlel Sofian
Published: July 2024

Cette étude examine l'impact de la gouvernance sur les Investissements Étrangers Directs (IED) et le commerce en Afrique. Les principales conclusions révèlent que les Indicateurs mondiaux de la gouvernance : voix citoyenne et responsabilité, stabilité politique et absence de violence, efficacité des pouvoirs publics, qualité de la réglementation, État de droit, maîtrise de la corruption sont des moteurs majeurs de la croissance économique sur le continent. Ils émergent comme des facteurs cruciaux pour attirer les IED et renforcer le commerce, soulignant l'importance de la bonne gouvernance. Ainsi, les institutions transparentes et efficaces favorisent également l'intégration dans le commerce international et IED. L'analyse régionale met en lumière des variations significatives, soulignant l'importance de considérer les contextes nationaux spécifiques. Les approches quantitatives confirment les objectives identifiées offrant des insights riches sur les dynamiques nationales qui seront justifiées par des corrélations au premier lieu après à travers la méthode des moindres carrés ordinaire (OLS) pour voir l’importance de chaque indicateur de gouvernance sur le commerce et sur IED.  Ces conclusions soulignent l'impératif de renforcer les institutions et d'adopter des politiques publiques axées sur la bonne gouvernance pour stimuler le développement économique durable en Afrique.
Integration-Interconnection of Qur’an Function with Islamic Counseling Guidance
Authors: Khofifah Reni , Irsyadunnas
Published: July 2024

The Qur'an is the holy book of Muslims, which contains knowledge about aspects of human life, a source of inspiration, and Islamic values. The urgency of the Quran is used as the main foundation in Islamic Counseling Guidance (BKI). Supposedly, BKI should be different from conventional counseling, with differences in values, techniques, and methodologies, as well as the spirit of spirituality and transcendental orientation in BKI services. The purpose of this research is to find out the integration-interconnection of the functions of the Quran with BKI. The method used in this research was a literature review. The study emphasized that functions of the Qur'an can be integrated-interconnected with the functions of BKI, including the functions of mauidhah (advice), syifa' (healing), hudan (guidance), rahmah (compassion/empathy), bayyinah (explanation), furqan (differentiator), busyra (encourager), and litukhrijannasa minnaz zulamat ilan nur (bringing the counselee out of darkness into light).
The Effect of Al-Qur'an Recitation as Systematic Audio Therapy on Patients with Neurodegenerative Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP): A Review
Authors: Suryo Nurrohim , Syafi'i Muhammad Hisyam
Published: July 2024

Al-Quran, as the holy book in the Islamic religion, is not only a spiritual guide but also has a significant psychological impact on the individuals who read it. The Koran offers ethical and moral guidance and covers profound psychological aspects. Its influence is not only limited to religious aspects but also deepens humans' understanding of themselves and their environment. Neurodegenerative disorder refers to a process or condition where nerve cells in the central nervous system (i.e., brain and spinal cord) experience progressive damage or death. The damage leads to decreased cognitive function, behavioral changes, and motor disorders. The present study aims to provide an overview of the effect of listening to Al-Quran recitation as an intervention on neurodegenerative progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) subjects. The current research used a literature review approach by collecting credible sources in books, scientific articles, documents, and previous research. The findings of this study illustrate that systematic Al-Quran intervention resulted in positive psychological and physiological benefits, especially on the brain's nerves. Thus, frequent, and further medical assistance is imperative for patients with PSP.
Analysis of Coir Fiber/Wood Paint as Composite Anti-Weathering Coatings on Traditional Fishing Boats
Authors: Sunarsono Hery , Handayani Vitri Aprilla , Irianto Ardhiya Syifa , Rahmad Rahmad , Azzahra Nabila
Published: July 2024

The low resistance of wood as a frame material for traditional fishing boats against splashing sea water, humidity, and high-temperature fluctuations was studied in this study by adding coconut coir fiber to wood paint, where this mixture will become an anti-weathering composite material. To make compatibility between the fibers from coir which are water-absorbing (hydrophilic) and alkyd paints which are water-repellent (hydrophobic), the author gives special treatment to the coco fibers through an acetone pre-treatment process and hot alkali (hot alkali treatment) by soaking fiber in 10% high-temperature sodium hydroxide NaOH solution. Soaking in this solution is able to modify fibers that have a rough surface and reduce hydrogen bonding thereby improving the interfacial bond between the fiber and the filler in the composite. The results obtained were that the addition of fiber with a weight fraction of 3.40% to the alkyd paint matrix made the composite the most optimal anti-weathering coating.
Fabrikasi Papan Serat Tandan Kosong Kelapa Sawit dengan Penambahan Bahan Fluoresensi Fosfor
Authors: Husna Ropiqotul , Yana Debi , Kusmawati Intan , Aisah Nurul , Ginting Delovita , Syahputra Romi Fadli
Published: July 2024

Serat bahan alam dapat dijadikan pengganti material komposit yang ramah lingkungan. Serat tandan kosong kelapa sawit (TKKS) merupakan salah satu serat alam hasil pengolahan industri kelapa sawit yang tersedia dalam jumlah yang besar. Pemfaatan serat TKKS sebagai papan serat yang inovatif belum banyak dikaji secara fisis. Penambahan zat aditif fluorosensi memberikan keunggulan produk kayu maupun papan serat agar memiliki nilai estetika yang tinggi. Tujuan penelitian ini memfabrikasi biokomposit papan serat inovatif berbasis serat TKKS dengan penambahan bahan fluoresensi fosfor. Papan serat difabrikasi dengan metode hand lay-up dan cold compaction. Komposisi utama papan serat terdiri atas serat TKKS, resin epoxy, dan 5 g bubuk posfor. Kandungan serat TKKS divariasikan mulai dari 76% sampai 86%. Hasil pengujian fisis menunjukkan nilai densitas papan serat berkisar 0,34 - 0,59 g/cm³ dan daya serap airnya 105,22 - 156,475%. Nilai kapasitas panas spesifik papan serat berikisar 0,34 - 2,2 J/g˚C dan konduktivitas termalnya 0,001-0,002 W/mK. Sementara, besar bending strength sebesar 1,30 – 6,42 Mpa yang relatif sebanding dengan papan serat bio-komposit. Penambahan fosfor berpengaruh terhadap sifat termal papan serat, sehingga cukup baik bila diaplikasikan sebagai bio-insulator yang memiliki fitur fluorosensi.
Static and Dynamic Analyses of Spindle Collet Made of Different Materials Using Finite Element Modeling
Authors: Omar Mohd Hazri , Allias Mohd Fadzil , Radzi Rohaizan , Abdul Halim Mohamad Nazri
Published: July 2024

The spindle collet, a critical component in various machine tools, plays a pivotal role in determining the success of machining operations. This paper aims to study the static and dynamic parameters of collet structures made from three different materials using the finite element method. A three-dimensional model and computer simulation were conducted in Autodesk Inventor software. Simulations are performed using identical boundary conditions and mesh size. Static analysis is performed with varied applied forces where total deformation and Von Mises stress are measured. For the dynamic analysis, the natural frequencies and mode shapes are measured up to the first five modes. The variations in stress is minimal when the material is altered. The magnitude of deformation varies significantly with changes in material. The relative deformation values demonstrate that carbon steel deforms more than alloy steel by almost 3%, while stainless steel deforms more than alloy steel by 6%. Materials with higher Young's modulus and lower density have been found to increase the natural frequencies, reducing total deformation and von Misses stress. The use of alloy steel in the industry offers an advantage over the other two materials. The results provide improved insight into the appropriate materials for the collet.