bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysis Efficiency of Sharia Commercial Banks in Indonesia
Authors: Shalehanti Nadhia , Beik Irfan Syauqi , Hakim Dedi Budiman
Published: November 2021

Indonesia has the potential to become a leader in the development of the Islamic financial market in the world with majority population is Muslim. The Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic has caused decrease in economic growth. However, the distribution of financing by Islamic banks in 2020 increased. With the current progress of the Islamic banking institution in Indonesia, it is necessary to estimation the efficiency level of Islamic banks and the impact of technology on the efficiency of Islamic banks. This research will analyze the efficiency from sharia commercial bank and the effect of internal factors and technology on efficiency. This research will used annual data from sharia commercial bank in 2014 to 2020. To analyze of efficiency will be used Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) method and used Tobit method to analyze the effect of internal factors and technology on efficiency. In general, the efficiency of sharia commercial bank in Indonesia has a fluctuative tren in 2014-2020. The estimation results of tobit method is return on assets (ROA) has significantly contributing positive effects to efficiency. Meanwhile, technology has significantly contributing negative effect to efficiency.
Hand Gesture Alphabet Recognition for American Sign Language using Deep Learning
Authors: Kale Krutika S. , Waghmare Milind B.
Published: November 2021

Speech impairment limits a person's capacity to speak and communicate with others, forcing them to adopt other communication methods such as sign language. Sign language is not that widely used technique by the deaf. To solve this problem, we developed a powerful hand gesture detection tool that can easily monitor both dynamic and static hand motions with ease. Gesture recognition aims to translate sign language into voice or text for individuals who have a rudimentary comprehension of that, which will be a tremendous help in communication between deaf-mute and hearing people. We describe the design and implementation of an American Sign Language (ASL) fingerspelling translator based on spatial feature identification using a convolutional neural network.
Image Edge-Segmentation Techniques : A Review
Authors: Al-Taie Rana Riad K. , Saleh Basma Jumaa , Salman Lamees Abdalhasan
Published: November 2021

Image segmentation is commonly applied technique in different domains such as automatic pattern recognition, image retrieval based content, machine vision, face detection, medical imaging, and object detection. Image segmentation involves classifying or identifying sub patterns in a given image. Many of algorithms and techniques for image segmentation have been proposed to optimize segmentation problems in a specific application area. In this work, different image segmentation techniques had been applied (threshold based, region based segmentation and edge based preserving methods. This Experiment have been done using MATLAB R2018b. Different edge detection methods such as Sobel, Prewitt, Roberts, Laplacian, Kiresh and Canny methods are performed on the benchmark image and the performance is analyzed with respect to the standard measure peak signal-to-noise ratio (PSNR), and mean square error. The results present that the Laplacian method is more effective than the other methods.
An Upshot of Banking Service Quality and Cocoa farmers Satisfaction on Loyalty : The Case of Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), Sefwi-Wiawso
Authors: Bentil Anthony Ewusi  , He  YouShi  , Ruth Appiah  , Ninnette Attisogbe  , Geoffrey Bentum-Micah  , Emmanuel Bosompem Boadi
Published: November 2021

This study makes an empirical study on the relationship between service quality, customer satisfaction and customer loyalty in the banking sector for cocoa farmers of Sefwi-Wiawso in the western-north region of Ghana. Based on the servqual model the researcher constructed a model which brings to light the relationship amid quality of service and customer loyalty in the banking service sector using ADB as a case. The paper puts forward the relevant research hypothesis and develops standard measurements based on the data obtained in the survey questionnaire. The convenient sampling method was applied with 300 customers as samples from the Bank. In all, 360 questionnaires were successfully completed and analyzed. Descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression analysis were carried out using Statistical Package for Social Sciences software (SPSS) to estimate the relationship between variables. The overall results of this study show that there is a positive and significant relationship between all constructs. Service quality and Customer satisfaction positively affect customer loyalty. The study recommends that strategic services bordering on the servqual dimensions should be introduced to provide high-quality services. This will also improve customer loyalty in the long run.
Molecular Structure, Vibrational Assignments and Nonlinear Optical Properties of Borazine by DFT Calculations
Authors: Vinayak P. Deshmukh
Published: November 2021

In this work, density functional theory (DFT) combined with the finite field (FF) method has been adopted to study the molecular structure, vibrational assignments and nonlinear optical (NLO) properties of borazine. The geometrical parameters, vibrational frequencies and NLO properties have been obtained at B3LYP/6-311++G** level of theory. The optimized geometries and vibrational frequencies for borazine are in excellent agreement with the available experimental determinations. The B-N stretching mode observed is the most intense vibrational mode for borazine. The NLO properties of borazine have been investigated by using finite field method. The β and γ values are calculated at field strength of 0.006 a.u. for borazine using different methods and different basis sets.
Isolation of Natural Acid Base Indicator from the Flower Extract of Sarca Asoca, Abelmoschus Esulentus, Hibisucs Cannabinus And Hibiscus Rosa Sinensis
Authors: Deepali Mourya  , Sushrut Maner  , Mandar Lele
Published: November 2021

The objective of this work is to use more plant indicators than chemical based indicators.
Saraca asoca is a species of family Fabaceae and Abelmoschus esculentus and Hibiscus cannabinus is a species of family Malvaceae [1]. Indicator are very special chemicals, they change colour of the solution with change in pH by adding acid or alkali. In the present work acid base titration has been performed by using natural indicators. The natural indicator is prepared from the most commonly occurring flower Hibiscus cannabinus, Abelmoschus esculentus Saraca asoca and Hibiscus Rosa sinensis. Aqueous and methanolic extract of flower were used as natural indicator. One acid one base were selected for acid base titration. Vinegar is used as acid and caustic soda is used as base. The results obtained by the natural indicator are almost similar to the result given by the synthetic indicators. Thus, natural indicator from flowers can be used for acid base titration [2]. Using aqueous extract of flower as indicator is more economical and with the same accuracy of result as that given by synthetic indicators.
Optimal Resource Allocation for Multicarrier NOMA in Short Packet Communications
Authors: K. Archana  , B. Shoba
Published: November 2021

Wireless communication system needs a spectrum efficient, a power efficient and a cost efficient communication with high throughput to provide communication for ubiquities applications such as voice, data, picture, video, movies, multimedia services, Global Positional System (GPS), navigational system, telemedicine and other value added communication. Non-Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (NOMA) has become a popular technique for transmission of signals over wireless channels. In the first phase, MIMO system which uses NOMA is used. User signals are divided into parallel streams, using NOMA and are transmitted by the antenna array which propagates through the fading channel. signals are weighted using the Minimum Variance Distortionless Response (MVDR) where the weights are such that the output signal has minimum variance and the desired signal is not distorted. The parallel weighting scheme for interference cancellation leads to a faster, reliable and higher capacity system and results in parallel interference cancellation. Iterative process is also presented in this work, where the approximate weights are found out based on the minimum error value. Both the MVDR weighting and the approximate weighting are evaluated with the help of Bit Error Rate (BER) curves. The curves are plotted for both the Rayleigh and Rician channels. Various plots are obtained by varying the number of antennas in the array and also by varying the length of the user signal. All the BER curves achieved good results and from the analysis it is found that system performs better when Rayleigh channel was considered.
A Study on Optimization of Process Parameters in Machining of Bronze using Wire-EDM
Authors: Gajanan Kamble  , Dr. N. Lakshamanaswamy  , Gangadhara H S  , Sharon Markus  , N. Rajath
Published: November 2021

Wire cut electrical discharge machining (WEDM) is a hybrid manufacturing technology which enables machining of all engineering materials. This research article deals with investigation on Optimization of the Process Parameters of the wire cut EDM of Bronze material of dimension (80*80*40) in mm. Material removal rate, Surface roughness and Kerf width were studied against the process parameters such as Pulse on time(TON), Pulse off time (TOFF) and Current(IP). The machining parameters for wire EDM were optimized for achieving the combined objectives. As there are three input parameters 27 experiments is carried out and full factorial is used. Optimized parameters were found using (ANOVA) and the error percentage can be validated and parameter contribution for the Material removal rate (MRR) and Surface roughness were found.
Implementation Analysis for Energy Audit Process at MSRTC Bus Station- A Review Research
Authors: Prof. Sunil R. Kewate  , Prof. Dr. Vivek R. Gandhewar  , Kartik D. Ukhalkar
Published: November 2021

Energy audit consists of survey, analysis and inspection of the energy flow in the system. Its aim is to find the scope of energy conservation by implementing energy saving procedures without affecting the outputs of the system. One such system which can conserve energy is MSRTC bus station which requires a lot of energy consumption for its everyday activities. Energy audit plays a significant role in finding opportunities to save energy and reduce electricity bills. Energy audit recommends ways to save energy consumption by some changes in the system with emphasis on that there are no negative output by the changes made. The Energy Audit would provide a positive orientation to the energy cost reduction along with preventive maintenance and quality control programs which are vital for production and utility activities.
Ride Sharing & Data Privacy: How Data Handling Affects the Willingness to Disclose Personal Information
Authors: Hesselmann Carsten , Gertheiss Jan , Müller Jörg P.
Published: November 2021

Digital services like ride sharing rely heavily on personal data, e.g. name or age, as individuals have to disclose personal information in order to gain access to the market. This information is exchanged with other participants; yet, the service provider usually gives little to no information regarding the privacy status of the disclosed data. To further investigate the implications of this, we conducted an online survey asking participants about their willingness to disclose personal information under varying privacy status. The results of 127 complete responses show that differences in information privacy settings influence the participants’ willingness in a significant way.
Pengaruh Subtitusi Ampas Tahu pada Pakan BR2 terhadap Berat Hidup, Berat Potong, Berat Dada dan Berat Paha Ayam Broiler
Authors: Lake Angela , Lisnahan Charles V. , Purwantiningsih Theresia I.
Published: November 2021

Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui pengaruh subtitusi ampas tahu pada pakan BR2 terhadap berat hidup, berat potong, berat dada dan berat paha ayam broiler. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Kandang Ternak Unggas Program Studi Peternakan dan Laboratorium Fakultas Pertanian Universitas Timor, Kefamenanu selama 42 hari, sejak bulan Juli sampai Agustus 2020. Penelitian ini menggunakan 96 ekor ayam broiler umur sehari (Day Old Chick). Rancangan percobaan yang digunakan adalah Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) pola searah, terdiri dari 4 perlakuan dan 4 ulangan. Perlakuan yang diberikan adalah P0(100% pakan BR2 komersial), P1(95% pakan BR2 komersial + ampas tahu 5%), P2(90% pakan BR2 komersial + ampas tahu 10%) dan P3 (85% pakan BR2 komersial + ampas tahu 15%). Variabel yang diamati adalah berat hidup, berat potong, persentase berat potong, berat dada, persentase berat dada, berat paha dan persentase berat paha. Analisis statistik menunjukkan bahwa subtitusi ampas tahu dalam pakan BR2 dari level 0,5% sampai dengan level 15 % berpengaruh tidak nyata terhadap berat hidup, berat potong, berat dada dan berat paha ayam broiler. Disimpulkan bahwa ampas tahu dapat digunakan untuk menggantikan pakan BR2 sebesar 15%.
The Existence of Culture in its Relevance to the Dynamics of Globalization: Bahasa Indonesia Case Study
Authors: Siregar Iskandarsyah
Published: November 2021

Language is present as a form of crystallization of the values of civilization and mediating and directing the orientation of the movement of civilization. Therefore, language becomes an important and interesting variable to be studied and revised scientifically for the preservation and progress of civilization. The Republic of Indonesia has an official language used by its citizens, namely Bahasa Indonesia. This language aims to unite the Indonesian people who are multicultural or have ethnic and cultural diversity so that no distance separates fellow Indonesian citizens from hundreds of tribes, according to the 1928 Youth Pledge Convention. The thing that must be realized now is the use of the Indonesian language which is getting weaker. The weakness is not that it is not used at all but that foreign terms are included in public discussion, and it tends to be considered more prestigious to be used. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method that refers to the sources of literature and the results of previous studies. The existence of Indonesian can decline when most Indonesians are happy and proud to use a foreign language that is considered more respectable and classier. However, the current condition of the existence of the Indonesian language is still in a safe stage. Bahasa Indonesia can continue to exist while preserving it by following the prevailing context and linguistic rules and developing its construction according to the needs and desires of civilization.
Dimensions of Eco-Sufism in Pangersa Abah Anom's Sufism Practices on Environmental Conservation
Authors: Sunarno  , Salahudin Asep , Wawan
Published: November 2021

This article examines the application of Sufism values ​​contained in the figure of Hadrotus Sheikh KH Ahmad Shahibulwafa Tajul Arifin or known as Abah Anom in relation to environmental conservation. As is well known, the ecological crisis that is occurring in the modern era is fundamentally influenced by a crisis of perception or wrong view of nature. Nature is seen only as a material object and is not sacred. This article reveals that Sufism is the right alternative as a solution to overcome the environmental crisis. Sufism, with its teachings on the unity of existence, harmonization of the relationship between God, nature, and humans, and ethics based on divinity and noble values ​​can become a new paradigm in looking at nature holistically and can be the answer to modern human problems that are the main cause of the crisis. environment. One form of application of the application of Sufism values ​​in environmental conservation can be found in the figure of Hadrotus Sheikh KH Ahmad Shahibulwafa Tajul Arifin or known as Abah Anom. As a Sufism practitioner who views life in a unified and holistic way, Pangersa Abah Anom not only has the view that natural preservation must always be maintained and interpreted, but he also applies this view through concrete actions so that it has a direct, concrete impact. The paradigm and attitude that he applies in preserving nature can be categorized as eco-sufism. Eco-sufism is an idea that emphasizes the spiritual aspect of understanding and utilizing nature and contributing positively to sustainable development. The real manifestation of the implementation of eco-sufism from Pangersa Abah Anom can be seen in his efforts to build a water reservoir called the Nurmuhammad Dam, as well as reforestation with various plants in the Pondok Pesantren Suryalaya area.
Ideas estadísticas fundamentales en libros de texto de matemáticas para la educación primaria en Nicaragua y Venezuela
Authors: Salcedo Audy , Uzcátegui Pacheco Ramón Alexander , Díaz-Levicoy Danilo
Published: November 2021

Se analiza cómo se incorporan las ideas estadísticas fundamentales en dos colecciones de libros de texto de matemáticas para educación primaria, por intermedio de las actividades propuestas para el estudiante. Se hizo un análisis de contenido para examinar las actividades de estadística y probabilidad en libros de texto de Nicaragua y Venezuela, clasificándolas por grado y nivel de exigencia cognitiva. Los resultados señalan que la colección de Nicaragua aborda tres de las siete ideas consideradas, aunque solo una de ellas se trabaja con regularidad. Los libros venezolanos también trabajan tres ideas mediante las actividades para el estudiante y dos de ellas tienen presencia en las de un grado. Aunque ambas colecciones proponen actividades de alta exigencia cognitiva, los mayores énfasis los hacen en las tareas de rutina y algorítmicas. Parece necesaria una revisión de ambas colecciones si se desea apuntalar la alfabetización estadística del ciudadano. Los docentes deben plantear actividades complementarias que cubran las ideas no presentes en los libros y las actividades de mayor exigencia cognitiva.
Local spatial policy in Ukraine and Poland
Authors: Nowak Maciej J. , Lozynskyy Roman M. , Pantyley Viktoriya
Published: November 2021

The article aims to compare the local tools of Ukrainian and Polish spatial policy. It includes legal solutions (with a particular emphasis on the basics of development restrictions) and problems related to their application diagnosed in the literature on the subject. Based on the analysis of the spatial management systems of both countries, the similarities and differences were determined, referring them to the international discussion and suggesting directions for further research (on the spatial management systems of Central and Eastern European countries). Ukraine and Poland were selected for analysis in terms of similarities (partially similar historical conditions, location) and differences (status of a European Union Member State, spatial planning traditions).
Guest Editor’s Note: “Nietzsche’s Philosophy and Values”
Authors: Loeb Paul S.
Published: November 2021

What is philosophy? What are values? What is the relation between philosophy and values? These are the principal questions introduced by Plato and taken up by Nietzsche in his bid to overthrow Plato’s legacy. Under the influence of Socrates, Plato prioritizes reason and goodness as the keys to answering these questions, but the “Darwinist” Nietzsche responds by emphasizing instead the instincts and the struggle for power. No one has done more to illuminate this response than John Richardson, and in this issue, we celebrate the publication of his third monograph on Nietzsche, entitled Nietzsche’s Values (Oxford University Press, 2020). In line with Nietzsche’s own agonistic conception of philosophical activity, we have asked three leading scholars who have been especially interested in Richardson’s work to examine, discuss, and interrogate the ideas in this new book: Tsarina Doyle, Robert Guay, and Paul Katsafanas. John has graciously agreed to offer some replies to their commentaries and evaluations.
Many aspects of Nietzsche’s philosophy that once seemed especially odd or dubious have recently become more palatable due to the patient and persistent efforts of a community of dedicated scholars. For example, there is now less paradox associated with Nietzsche’s critique of truth and his perspectival approach to knowledge; there is less puzzlement about his emphasis on psychological drives and affects; and there is less controversy surrounding his conception of values and his genealogical investigation of morality. Maudemarie Clark should certainly be credited with much of this progress. Her analytical skills, hermeneutic sensitivity, and appreciation for contemporary philosophical sensibilities have helped us to understand aspects of Nietzsche’s thought that once seemed alien to the philosophical tradition. My essay examines and evaluates what I think is Clark’s most interesting and influential interpretive proposal. This is her claim that the start of Beyond Good and Evil shows how philosophers, including Nietzsche himself, cannot help but construct their pictures of the world in their own image and in the image of their preferred values.
sentido de lo vivo: entre la inspiración biológica y los nuevos modos de ser
Authors: STUBRIN LUCIA
Published: November 2021

El contexto sociotécnico ha hecho evolucionar las posibilidades de experimentación sobre lo viviente, trascendiendo los ámbitos del laboratorio e instaurando modalidades de trabajo interdisciplinar desconocidas. Asimismo, objetos/sujetos híbridos aparecen en escena y reclaman una lectura precisa sobre su naturaleza donde el límite entre lo natural y lo artificial no es sencillo de establecer. En este sentido, la biosemiótica resulta una herramienta teórica más desde donde investigar los modos de producción biológica de la significación. A partir del análisis de expresiones propias del bioarte y de innovaciones científicas dentro del campo de la biotecnología, la biorobótica y disciplinas afines, se buscará reconstruir el entramado de prácticas, materialidades y objetivos epistemológicos que conviven dentro del universo arte-ciencia de las últimas décadas.
Iatrogenic Genitourinary Fistula: A Rising Trend
Authors: Hussain Taufiqua , Begum Afrina , Akhter Nasrin , Ghani Tabassum , Noorjahan - , Hossain Dina Layla , Anar Gul a
Published: November 2021

Background:Obstetric fistula (OF) is not very uncommon in our country. But recent issue of increase in iatrogenic fistula (IF) creates a field of interest.

Objective:To find out the frequency and the cause of iatrogenic genitourinary fistula admitted in National Fistula Centre (NFC), Dhaka.

Methods:This prospective study was conducted in NFC, Dhaka from January, 2010 to December, 2012. All cases admitted during the study period were included in this study. All patients were evaluated through detailed history, physical examination, relevant investigations and examination under anaesthesia (EUA). Repair was done through abdominal or vaginal route based on the findings. Results of repair were noted and analyzed.

Results:On an average more than 20% cases of genitourinary fistula (GUF) were due to iatrogenic causes. Among them about 90% cases had history of hysterectomy as an offending procedure. A rising trend of iatrogenic fistula is observed with 19.04% in 2010, 15.68% in 2011 and 30% in 2012.

Conclusion:This study shows that iatrogenic injuries in women under 40 years of age form major share in the aetiology of GUF. Iatrogenic fistula are increasing day by day. It is the time to check the experience of surgeons doing the gynecological and obstetrical surgeries in a developing country like ours.

Bangladesh J Obstet Gynaecol, 2017; Vol. 32(1): 10-13
Spontaneous Ruptured Pyometra: A Gynaecological Emergency
Authors: Chowdhury Liza , Rahman Mahbubur , Chisty Shahnur , Jahan Jesmin
Published: November 2021

Pyometra is a condition characterized by the accumulation of pus within the uterine cavity that usually develops in elderly women . Spontaneous rupture of pyometra causing diffuse peritonitis is very rare.Unless recognized in time it can be a life threatening condition. The aim of this article is to report a case of spontaneous rupture of pyometra who was admitted in our hospital as surgical emergency and was successfully treated by surgery.

Bangladesh J Obstet Gynaecol, 2019; Vol. 34(1): 48-51
Abstract Vol. 34(1)
Authors: Khatun Sabera
Published: November 2021

Abstract not available

Bangladesh J Obstet Gynaecol, 2019; Vol. 34(1): 56-59
Peran Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini Terhadap Fungsi Sosialisasi Dalam Keluarga Di Kelurahan Tadenas Kecamatan Moti
Authors:   Universitas Khairun, Dati Faujia , Taib Bahran , Mufidatul Ummah Dewi , Arfa Umikalsum
Published: November 2021

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to find out the role of early childhood education to the function of socialization in the family. This type of research is descriptive qualitative. The subjects used in this study were 5 parents. Data collection techniques using interview and observation techniques. The data is analyzed using the stages of data reduction, presenting data, and concluding the data. The results of this study show that the role of early childhood education to the function of socialization is very important because of the function of socialization in the family so that parents can know the function of religion, the function of love, socio-cultural functions, reproductive functions, economic functions, educational functions and environmental functions. Keywords: the role of paud education, Socialization in the family, Children
Analisis Gerak Lokomotor Dalam Permainan Tradisional dalam Permainan Hadang Kelas B1 Usia 5-6 Tahun Di PAUD Negeri Pembina 1 Kota Ternate
Authors:   Universitas Khairun, Wulan Machmud Nur , Samad Farida , Samad Rita , Achmad Fatoni
Published: November 2021

Abstract: This research aims to describe locomotor motion in the traditional game of Block in Group B1 PAUD Negeri Pembina 1 Ternate City students. This type of research is qualitative research. The research subjects were 4 students of group B1 in PAUD Negeri Pembina 1 Ternate city. Data collection techniques used were observation, documentation and interviews with 2 teachers. Analysis of the research data used is a qualitative analysis technique which consists of data collection, data reduction and data verification/conclusion. This study has 1 variable, namely locomotor motion in the hitch game in which there are the following indicators: 1) changing places. 2) running and 3) jumping. The results showed that there was locomotor movement in the traditional game of Block played by students at PAUD Negeri Pembina 1 Ternate City. Based on the results of the analysis conducted by researchers of locomotor motion in the traditional game of Block played by students at PAUD Negeri Pembina 1 Ternate City is developing very well, this is evidenced by the results of direct observations by researchers who show that 4 students can play the blockade game and perform locomotor movements very well. The development of good locomotor motion in early childhood can be done by holding a traditional game development program because it is not only good for children's but can also participate in preserving traditional games that are rarely played by children today. Keywords: Locomotor Movement, Traditional Game Of Block, Children
Analisis Tayangan Serial Animasi Upin Dan Ipin Dalam Perkembangan Pola Perilaku Sosial Anak Usia Dini
Authors:   Universitas Khairun, Ilham Widyaningsih , Agustan Arifin Andi , Mufidatul Ummah Dewi
Published: November 2021

Abstract: The research aims at describing the pattern of children social behavior in Upin and Ipin cartoons. This type of research is descriptive qualitative because the data source obtained from dialogue in the form of conversations by Upin, Ipin and friends in episode Our Story part 1 season 5, Beautiful of Syawal part 1-2 season 10, A Sincere of Heart part 1-2 season 5and Need for Achievement spart 1-3 season 12. The instruments used to collect the data are observation, documentation and the researcher herself as the key instrument. The data analyzed qualitatively. The result indicated that there children social behavior pattern found in each of the upin and ipin cartoons, those are cooperation, kind heart, care, help for others and fairness. Upin and Ipin's cartoon can be used as a means of cultivating social behavior patterns because these episodes contain good behavior to be imitated by the children. The development of social behavior patterns needs to be educated since early age so that this does not cause any difficulties in the future. Key words: Upin Ipin Cartoon, Social Behavior, Children
The Filmmaker's Philosopher
Authors: DeBlasio Alyssa
Published: November 2021

Known as the 'Georgian Socrates' of Soviet philosophy, Merab Mamardashvili was a defining personality of the late-Soviet intelligentsia. In the 1970s and 1980s, he taught required courses in philosophy at Russia's two leading film schools, helping to educate a generation of internationally prolific directors.
Exploring Mamardashvili's extensive philosophical output, as well as a range of recent Russian films, Alyssa DeBlasio reveals the intellectual affinities amongst directors of the Mamardashvili generation - including Alexander Sokurov, Andrey Zvyagintsev and Alexei Balabanov. This multidisciplinary study offers an innovative way to think about film, philosophy and the philosophical potential of the moving image.
Art, Allegory and the Rise of Shi'ism in Iran, 1487-1565
Authors: Kia Chad
Published: November 2021

Some of the world’s most exquisite medieval paintings, from late fifteenth-century Herat and the early Safavid workshops, illustrate well-known episodes of popular romances––like Leyla & Majnun––that give prominence to depictions of unrelated figures such as a milkmaid or a spinner at the scene of the hero Majnun’s death. This interdisciplinary study aims to uncover the significance of this enigmatic, century-long trend from its genesis at the Timurid court to its continued development into the Safavid era. The analysis of iconography in several luxury manuscript paintings within the context of contemporary cultural trends, especially the ubiquitous mystical and messianic movements in the post-Mongol Turco-Persian world, reveals the meaning of many of these obscure figures and scenes and links this extraordinary innovation in the iconography of Persian painting to one of the most significant events in the history of Islam: the takeover of Iran by the Safavids in 1501. The apparently inscrutable figures, which initially appeared in illustrations of didactic Sufi narrative poetry, allude to metaphors and verbal expressions of Sufi discourse going back to the twelfth century. These “emblematic” figure-types served to emphasize the moral lessons of the narrative subject of the illustrated text by deploying familiar tropes from an intertextual Sufi literary discourse conveyed through verses by poets like Rumi, Attar and Jami, and ended up complementing and expressing Safavid political power at its greatest extent: the conversion of Iran to Shiism.
Bal oldali agytörzsi microvascularis dekompresszión átesett terápiarezisztens hypertoniás betegek két éven túli vérnyomásadatai
Authors: Fejes Imola , Vörös Erika , Barzó Pál , Ábrahám György , Légrády Péter
Published: November 2021

A terápiarezisztens hypertonia (RHT) egyik lehetséges oka a bal oldali rostralis ventrolateralis medulla neurovascularis pulzatilis kompressziója (NVPK). Ilyen esetekben egy microvascularis dekompresszió (MVD) csökkenteni tudja a vérnyomást. Jelen munkában azt vizsgáltuk, hogyan változott a vérnyomás és terápia az MVD-n átesett betegekben a műtéttől a legtávolabbi rögzített megjelenésig, maximum 2016. december 31-ig. Egy korábban publikált munkában két évig követett kilenc műtött beteg további adatait gyűjtöttük ki retrospektíven. Az adatgyűjtést a Szegedi Tudományegyetem, Klinikai Központ betegnyilvántartó programjából végeztük. Megkerestük a betegek legutolsó olyan megjelenését, ahol vérnyomás- és terápiás adatok szerepeltek és azokat rögzítettük. Az MVD-k 2000 és 2004 között történtek. Az átlagosan eltelt idő 11,1±4,6 év volt. Mind a szisztolés, mind a diasztolés vérnyomás szignifikánsan alacsonyabb volt a műtéttől legtávolabbi időpontban az MVD előttihez képest (RRs 211±40 vs. 135±20 Hgmm, p=0,003; RRD 116±17 vs. 81±14 Hgmm, p=0,007). Ugyanígy a korábban rögzített 24 hónapos értékekhez képest is, bár ott nem szignifikánsan (RRs 148±32 vs. 135±20 Hgmm, p=0,25; RRD 96±18 vs. 81±14 Hgmm, p=0,ll). A vérnyomáscsökkentők átlagos száma szignifikánsan nem változott az MVD előttihez képest (5,9±1,4 vs. 6,3±1,5, p=0,5), de az MVD után egy hónapihoz képest szignifikánsan emelkedett (4,7±0,9 vs. 6,3±1,5, p=0,03) az utolsó rendelői alkalommal. Az eredmények megerősítik a korábbi véleményünket, hogy gyógyszeres terápiára nem reagáló RHT és NVPK esetén egy MVD terápiás lehetőséget jelenthet, hiszen még évek múlva is alacsonyabb a betegek vérnyomása. Még akkor is, ha közben a vérnyomáscsökkentők száma növekedett, hiszen így is jobban reagáltak a terápiára.
The Politics of Eco-violence: Why Is Conflict Escalating in Nigeria’s Middle Belt?
Authors: Olumba Ezenwa E.
Published: November 2021

Competition for natural resources has intensified in recent years between nomadic Fulani herders and sedentary farmers in Nigeria's Middle Belt. What were initially sporadic conflicts over cropland and water resources have transformed into daily occurrences of mass violence. While extant research centres on the root causes of such conflicts, the reasons for their escalation remain insufficiently understood. This article examines how political developments have contributed to the escalation of conflicts in the region. Using Homer-Dixon's model, the findings show that changes in Nigeria's 'political opportunity structure' since 2014 were catalysts for escalating the conflicts. The consequences were the unvarnished adoption of nepotistic domestic policies and alliances between elites and militia members, which escalated the violent conflicts. It advocates the devolution of natural resource and security governance to prevent leaders from leveraging shifts in political opportunity structures to favour a specific demographic group.
Sürdürülebilir Betonlu Betonarme Yüksek Kirişlerin Yapısal Optimizasyonu
Authors: SARIBAS İlyas
Published: November 2021

Üretiminde, doğal betona göre daha düşük enerji tüketen ve daha az karbon gazı salınımı sağlayan beton yeşil, çevreci veya sürdürülebilir beton olarak isimlendirmektedir. Sürdürülebilir beton üretimin-de dönüştürülerek ekonomiye kazandırılmış atık beton malzemeleri kullanılmaktadır. Atık betonla-rın dönüştürülmesiyle elde edilen malzemelerden birisi de geri dönüşümlü agregadır. Yapılan kapsamlı deneysel ve analitik çalışmalarda bu agreganın belirli koşullar altında doğal agregaya alternatif bir ürün olabileceği belirtilmiştir. Bu çalışmada, dört farklı oranda geri dönüşümlü agrega içerdiği kabul edilen yüksek kirişlerin tasarımı “isoline topology design” eşdeğer-çizgi topoloji tasarım metoduna göre yapılmıştır. Elde edilen sonuçlar doğal agregalı yüksek kirişlerin tasarım sonuçları ile karşılaştı-rılmıştır. Bu sonuçlara göre; %25 ve %50 oranında geri dönüşümlü agrega içeren yüksek kirişlerin ta-sarım sonuçların doğal agregalı kirişlerin tasarım sonuçlarına benzediği görülmüştür. Yüksek kirişler-deki geri dönüşümlü agrega oranı arttıkça (%50 üstü) bu kirişlerin tasarım sonuçlarının doğal agregalı kirişlerin tasarım sonuçlarından hızla uzaklaştığı belirlenmiştir.
NON-ENGLISH STUDENTS ‘ATTITUDES TOWARDS LEARNING SPEAKING
Authors: Makhtuna Wulida
Published: November 2021

The issue addressed in this research was attitudes of students taking non-English major towards English learning, especially speaking. The study involved 39 students from a compulsory English class at STKIP PGRI Banjarmasin. The data were collected through questionnaires and interviews. The questionnaires were arranged to reveal students’ attitudes in three components namely affective, behavioral, and cognitive components. The interviews were conducted to clarify and strengthen the findings from the questionnaires. The results of study showed gaps between affective - cognitive components and behavioral one. Most participated students had positive attitudes towards English learning as seen from the affective and behavioral components; however, their behavioral attitudes showed otherwise. Students’ behavioral attitudes were still negative towards learning speaking. These positives attitudes were caused by several reasons including their career aspirations and awareness of the importance of English. Furthermore, the negative attitudes were caused by their study priorities and other personal reasons. In conclusion, what they felt and believed about English did not match their efforts to study the language.
PSYCHOLOGICAL CONFLICT OF THE MAIN CHARACTER REFLECTED IN LADY BIRD MOVIE
Authors: Herdayanti Kicki , Satria Robby
Published: November 2021

This research was useful for knowing the personality of the main character in the film. The researchers used the film Lady Bird as the object of research because this film was very interesting and told the story of a teenager who had very strong ambitions. This film was written by Greta Gerwig in 2017. The researcher used the psychoanalytic theory by Sigmund Freud. The study aimed to analyze the psychological conflict between ego, id and super ego trough the attitude and utterances of the main character.  The method was qualitative descriptive. In result, researchers found 6 aspects of the id that are directly related to the main character, 2 aspects of the ego and 2 aspects of the superego. Therefore, the researcher concludes that in the main character in this film, she was more controlled by his id, where she was a form of personality that a person carried when she was born. The Id on Ladybird showed how she fulfilled a wish she deserved and felt that she enjoyed it more without realizing it.
FLOATING IDENTITY REFLECTED IN ROBERT OLEN BUTLER’S SHORT STORY “CRICKET”
Authors: Pabiona Harry Yoesoef , Arianto Tomi
Published: November 2021

This research is aimed to analyze the floating identity from the main character, Ted, represented in Robert Olen Butler’s short story titled “Cricket”. Then, using post-colonialism approach, the identity of the main character, Ted, will be analyzed in relation to the occurrence of ambivalence and mimicry in the short story “Cricket.” The method used to analyze the short story is by using descriptive qualitative method. The author seeks, describes, and analyzes the data. The data is taken from the narration and dialogue of the short story which is related to the research. The theory used in this research is the post-colonial theory from the post-colonial theory expert, Homi K. Bhabha. The occurrence and phenomena of hybridity in form of ambivalence and mimicry in the short story used to determine the main character’s identity reflected in the story, based on Bhabha’s definition of mentioned term. The results of this study show the existence of identity crisis in which the main character, Ted, couldn’t sure which identity he belongs to. Ted has a “defective” identity where he accepted Western superiority but didn’t let go his Eastern roots, trapped in his own dilemma in achieving his identity.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THIEVES STRATEGY TOWARDS STUDENTS’ READING COMPREHENSION AT THE ELEVENTH GRADE OF SMAN 19 TEBO
Authors: Husni Rauldatul , Wati Lina  Candra
Published: November 2021

This research explore the Effectiveness of “thieves” Strategy Towards Students’ Reading Comprehension at the Eleventh Grade of SMAN 19 Tebo. The problems of this research are students lack of vocabulary, students did not have good motivation in reading text and the students have difficulty in comprehending texts. The purpose of the research is to know the effectiveness of THIEVES strategy towards students’ reading comprehension at the eleventh grade of SMAN 19 Tebo. This research focus on the quantitative research. The population in this study all 11 grades at SMAN 19 Tebo. In this study, the total population is 29, consist of class 11 IPS and 11 MIPA. Then, the sample in this study 11 IPS and II MIPA. Based on practical teaching English at SMAN 19 Tebo, the researcher find some problems in the class. Therefore the researcher applies strategy in reading, with this strategy students learn the THIEVES strategy before students read the text. The research findings indicate that the use of THIEVES strategy was able to improve the students’ reading comprehension. The conclusions of this research is supported by the post-test results of students’ reading comprehension at the eleventh grade students of SMAN 19 Tebo. The mean post-test experimental class is 78.75 and in the control class is 71.69. The differerence score between experimental class and control class was 7.06. The researcher find a positive impact on the experimental class. It means that students’ reading comprehension in experimental class was significantly improve and there is significantly different effect between experimental class and control class which teach by using THIEVES and without THIEVES. It indicates that the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected and the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted. It presents that the THIEVES strategy give a significant effect on students’ reading comprehension of report text.
THE DECISION OF CHOOSING A UNIVERSITY: THE IMPACT OF EDUCATION COSTS
Authors: Harahap Dedy Ansari , Amanah Dita , Gunarto Muji , Purwanto Purwanto
Published: November 2021

A Student Decision on Choosing a University: Impact of Education Costs. This study aims to analyze the effect of the cost of education on students' decisions to continue their studies in tertiary institutions. This study uses a quantitative approach with an explanatory research type. The research sample consisted of 380 respondents and statistically processed with the simple linear regression method using the SPSS version 26.0 application. The results showed that the cost of education had an effect on students' decision to choose a university. These findings indicate that higher education institutions must take into account the tuition fees charged to students. This is related to the level of students' ability to complete their studies at a college. Several studies have shown that in general the cost of education is important for universities to attract and retain students who are studying.
ANALYSIS OF MARKETING STRATEGY IN AN EFFORT TO ATTRACT CONSUMER BUYING INTEREST ON MSME PEYEK SARI MENIR GUNUNG KIDUL
Authors: Bintari Wulan Probo , Cahya Agus Dwi , Wulandari Novita
Published: November 2021

Marketing strategy has an important role for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The important role of the right marketing strategy will be able to attract consumers to buy the products. Currently, MSMEs in Indonesia are experiencing very rapid development, especially in the culinary field. "Sari Menir" is a MSME that produces peyek snack which is located at RT005/RW002, Plembon Lor, Logandeng, Playen, Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta. The purpose of this study is to analyze the implementation of marketing strategies in an effort to attract consumer buying interest in Sari Menir MSME. This study uses a descriptive approach with qualitative methods. The technique of determining the place using purposive area method. The research source was selected by purposive sampling method. The resource person in this study were Mrs Ratna Anjarwati as the manager and the daughter of MSME Sari Menir founder. Data collection techniques using interview and documentation methods. The data analysis technique was carried out through stages of data reduction, data display, and drawing conclusions. The results showed that Sari Menir MSME using the marketing mix strategy in an effort to attract consumers buying interest. The marketing mix strategy carried out by Sari Menir MSME as follows: Maintaining product quality by using good quality raw materials; Set the right and appropriate price; Using direct and indirect distribution channels to reach strategic locations; Take part in exhibitions and apply word of mouth as promotional advice.
Application of Optical Spectrometer to Determine Maturity Level of Oil Palm Fresh Fruit Bunches Based on Analysis of the Front Equatorial, Front Basil, Back Equatorial, Back Basil and Apical Parts of the Oil Palm Bunches
Authors: Goh Jia Quan , Mohamed Shariff Abdul Rashid , Mat Nawi Nazmi
Published: November 2021

The quality of palm oil depends on the maturity level of the oil palm fresh fruit bunch (FFB). This research applied an optical spectrometer to collect the reflectance data of 96 FFB from unripe, ripe, and overripe classes for the maturity level classification. The spectrometer scanned the FFB from different parts, including apical, front equatorial, front basil, back equatorial, and back basil. Principal component analysis was carried out to extract principal components from the reflectance data of each of the parts. The extracted principal components were used in an ANOVA test, which found that the reflectance data of the front equatorial showed statistically significant differences between the three maturity groups. Then, the collected reflectance data was subjected to machine learning training and testing by using the K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN) and Support Vector Machine (SVM). The front equatorial achieved the highest accuracy, of 90.6%, by using SVM as classifiers; thus, it was proven to be the most optimal part of FFB that can be utilized for maturity classification. Next, the front equatorial dataset was divided into UV (180–400 nm), blue (450–490 nm), green (500–570 nm), red (630–700 nm), and NIR (800–1100 nm) regions for classification testing. The UV bands showed a 91.7% accuracy. After this, representative bands of 365, 460, 523, 590, 623, 660, 735, and 850 nm were extracted from the front equatorial dataset for further classification testing. The 660 nm band achieved an 89.6% accuracy using KNN as a classifier. Composite models were built from the representative bands. The combination of 365, 460, 735, and 850 nm had the highest accuracy in this research, which was 93.8% with the use of SVM. In conclusion, these research findings showed that the front equatorial has the better ability for maturity classification, whereas the composite model with only four bands has the best accuracy. These findings are useful to the industry for future oil palm FFB classification research.
New Traits of Agriculture/Food Quality Interface
Authors: Durazzo Alessandra
Published: November 2021

There is a close link between food and territory [...]