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Hak-Hak Pemain Sepak Bola Dalam Penundaan Liga Pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Futaki Danial Akta
Published: June 2021

AbstractCOVID-19 pandemic brought many impacts to every sector around the world, football is one of them. As a modern industry, the relation between professional football players and professional football clubs is a working relation that produces rights and responsibility for both parties that already agree on the contract. Problems occur when COVID-19 pandemic forces Indonesian football competition to be postponed. The government and federation already made several regulations to solve the problems around postponement. As a space for professional football players and as an organization that is equivalent to worker/labor union, APPI actively advocates on matters such as the club's responsibility towards players. Legal protection for professional football players is differentiated into two sectors, preventive and repressive. Preventive protection is a protection to prevent the dispute that could occur in the later day. Meanwhile, repressive protection in the football world is solved by non-litigation processes such as arbitration under NDRC Indonesia as an arbitrase committee under PSSI. Keywords: Legal Protection; COVID-19 Pandemic; Football Players and Football Clubs Protection; Working Relation; Lex Sportiva.AbstrakPandemi COVID-19 membawa dampak kepada banyak sektor di berbagai belahan dunia, tak terkecuali cabang olahraga sepak bola. Sebagai industri modern, hubungan antara pemain profesional dan klub profesional berupa hubungan kerja yang menghasilkan hak dan kewajiban antara kedua belah pihak yang disepakati dalam kontrak kerja. Masalah timbul tatkala pandemi COVID-19 memaksa kompetisi sepak bola Indonesia untuk dihentikan. Pemerintah dan federasi sepak bola mengeluarkan berbagai regulasi untuk mengatasi hal ini. APPI sebagai wadah pemain sepak bola profesional yang serupa dengan SP/SB secara aktif mengadvokasi kewajiban klub kepada pemain. Perlindungan hukum bagi pemain sepak bola profesional dapat dibedakan menjadi dua, yaitu preventif dan represif. Perlindungan preventif adalah perlindungan guna menanggulangi sengketa yang dapat terjadi di kemudian hari. Sementara perlindungan represif dalam olahraga diselesaikan dengan jalur non-litigasi berupa arbitrase yang diwadahi oleh NDRC Indonesia sebagai badan arbitrase di bawah PSSI.Kata Kunci: Perlindungan Hukum; Pandemi COVID-19; Perlindungan Pemain Sepak Bola dan Klub; Hubungan Kerja; Lex Sportiva.
Kebijakan Insentif Pajak Kendaraan Bermotor Selama Masa Pandemi Corona Virus Disease 2019
Authors: Siradj Dhimam Zidny
Published: June 2021

AbstractAs a result of the covid-19 pandemic, it has an impact on all sectors of human life in the world, which causes changes in human activities that cause various problems, one of which is in the economic field. In response to this, the government issued Regulation of the Minister of Finance Number 86 of 2020 concerning Tax Incentives for Taxpayers affected by the Covid-19 Pandemic. The East Java Provincial Government itself followed up with the issuance of the Governor of East Java Decree No. 188/394/KPT/013/2020 to become the implementing regulations. In this case, the East Java Provincial Government made a policy of exempting administrative sanctions on motorized vehicle taxes, free from transfer of motor vehicle names to deductions on motor vehicles during the Covid-19 pandemic.Keywords: Covid-19 pandemic; Tax Incentive Policy; Economy.AbstrakAkibat dari adanya pandemi covid-19 berdampak pada segala sektor kehidupan manusia di dunia yang menyebabkan perubahan aktivitas manusia yang menimbulkan berbagai masalah salah satunya adalah dalam bidang ekonomi. Untuk merespons hal ini pemerintah mengeluarkan Peraturan Menteri Keuangan Nomor 86 Tahun 2020 tentang Insentif Pajak Bagi Wajib pajak terdampak Pandemi Covid-19. Pemerintah Provinsi Jawa Timur sendiri menindaklanjuti dengan dikeluarkanya Keputusan Gubernur Jawa Timur No. 188/394/KPT/013/2020 guna menjadi aturan pelaksanaanya. Dalam hal ini Pemerintah Provinsi Jawa Timur membuat kebijakan membebaskan Sanksi Administratif pajak kendaraan bermotor, bebas bea balik nama kendaraan bermotor hingga potongan pokok pajak pada kendaraan bermotor dalam masa pandemi covid-19. Kata Kunci: Pandemi Covid-19; Kebijakan Insentif Pajak; Ekonomi.
Indikasi Perbuatan Melanggar Hukum Persaingan Usaha Pada Jasa Rapid Test Covid-19 Di Rumah Sakit
Authors: Seiff Fariz
Published: June 2021

AbstractRapid test is a means of conducting initial checks or examinations to find out whether a person is infected with the Covid-19 virus or not and there are many needs for transportation, agencies and exams that require rapid testing as their health protocol. The author, based on information from the business competition supervisory commission, found indications of violations of business competition law, namely the binding of a rapid test product with other laboratory tests. Here the author will discuss in terms of acts of breaking the law and violations of business competition law. With the formulation of the first problem is an act of violating the law on the covid-19 rapid test services in hospitals and the second is an indication of violations of business competition law in the covid-19 rapid test service in the hospital. The author uses a legal research method, uses a statutory approach and a conceptual approach. So that later it will be found whether there is a violation of the law if there is a binding of the rapid test. Keywords: Rapid Test; Tort Law; Competition Law.AbstrakRapid test sebagai sarana untuk melakukan pengecekan atau pemeriksaan awal untuk mengetahui apakah seseorang tertular virus covid-19 atau tidak dan banyak keperluan untuk transportasi, instansi hingga ujian yang mensyaratkan rapid test sebagai protocol kesehatannya. Penulis berdasarkan informasi dari komisi pengawas persaingan usaha menemukan adanya indikasi pelanggaran hukum persaingan usaha yakni pengikatan produk rapid test dengan tes laboratorium lain. Disini penulis akan membahas dari sisi perbuatan melanggar hukum dan pelanggaran hukum persaingan usahanya. Dengan rumusan masalah yang pertama adalah perbuatan melanggar hukum pada jasa rapid test covid-19 di rumah sakit dan yang kedua indikasi pelanggaran hukum persaingan usaha pada jasa rapid test covid-19 di rumah sakit. Penulis menggunakan metode penelitian hukum, menggunakan pendekatan perundang-undangan dan pendekatan konseptual.. Sehingga nantinya akan ditemukan apakah benar terdapat sebuah pelanggaran hukum jikalau benar terjadi adanya pengikatan dari rapid test tersebut.Kata Kunci: Rapid Test; Perbuatan Melanggar Hukum; Hukum Persaingan Usaha.
Perlindungan Hukum Bagi Pengguna Jasa Penerbangan di Tengah Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Hutapea Patricya Wedha
Published: June 2021

AbstractThe COVID-19 pandemic has caused passenger demand to drop drastically as a result of travel restrictions and passengers' distrust of flying. However, this does not mean that passengers will not be traveling by plane during a pandemic. Passengers can be at risk of experiencing losses, one of which is the result of errors or negligence on the part of the airline company during the COVID-19 pandemic. Losses that can be suffered by passengers during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as flight delays cancellation of flights, denied boarding passengers, bodily injuries, and even death. For this reason, it is necessary to have legal protection for airline passengers to protect the rights of passengers so that health, security and safety of passengers are guaranteed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Keywords: COVID-19; Airline Liability; Flight Compensation.AbstrakPandemi COVID-19 menyebabkan permintaan penumpang menurun secara drastis sebagai akibat dari pembatasan perjalanan dan ketidakpercayaan penumpang untuk melakukan penerbangan. Akan tetapi, hal ini bukan berarti tidak ada penumpang yang melakukan perjalanannya dengan pesawat dalam masa pandemi. Penumpang dapat beresiko mengalami kerugian yang salah satunya merupakan akibat dari adanya kesalahan atau kelalaian dari pihak perusahaan maskapai di masa pandemi COVID-19. Kerugian yang dapat diderita penumpang dalam masa pandemi COVID-19 seperti keterlambatan penerbangan (delay), pembatalan penerbangan (cancellation of flight), denied boarding passenger, bodily injury, hingga kematian. Untuk itu perlu adanya perlindungan hukum bagi penumpang pesawat untuk melindungi hak penumpang sehingga kesehatan, keamanan, dan keselamatan penumpang terjamin dalam masa pandemi COVID-19.Kata Kunci: COVID-19; Tanggung Gugat Perusahaan Maskapai; Ganti Rugi Penerbangan.
Perlindungan Pekerja/Buruh yang Bekerja di Masa Darurat COVID-19 dalam Prespektif Keselamatan dan Kesehatan Kerja
Authors: Amalina Risma Fitri
Published: June 2021

AbstractIn Indonesia, currently the number of victims infected with Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is increasing, causing death. The impact of Covid-19 on the labor sector, namely company closures, delays in mobilization and decreased productivity. The research was conducted using a statutory and conceptual approach. The results showed that the Covid-19 virus was a disease caused by biological exposure factors. What employers can give workers / laborers in the work environment during the Covid-19 pandemic is the right to Occupational Safety and Health (K3). K3 is a protection that must be received by workers in order to prevent accidents in the work environment. In accordance with the mandate of the Work Safety Law and the Labor Law, workers infected with the Covid-19 virus can recover to their original state if they are given adequate health insurance by the state. However, until now there has been no latest legal regulation regarding the protection of workers who work amid Covid-19. Keywords: Occupational Health and Safety; COVID-19; Occupational Illness; Health insurance.AbstrakDi Indonesia saat ini jumlah korban yang terinfeksi Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) semakin meningkat sehingga menyebabkan kematian. Dampak Covid-19 pada sektor ketenagakerjaan yakni penutupan perusahaan, keterlambatan mobilisasi dan menurunnya produktivitas. Penelitian dilakukan dengan pendekatan perundang-undangan dan konseptual. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa virus Covid-19 termasuk ke dalam penyakit akibat faktor pajanan biologi. Hal yang dapat diberikan pengusaha kepada pekerja/buruh di lingkungan kerja selama pandemi Covid-19 adalah hak atas Keselamatan dan Kesehatan Kerja (K3). K3 merupakan perlindungan yang wajib diterima oleh pekerja guna mencegah terjadinya kecelakaan di lingkungan kerja. Sesuai dengan amanat UU Keselamatan Kerja dan UU Ketenagakerjaan, pekerja yang terinfeksi virus Covid-19, dapat pulih seperti keadaan semula apabila diberikan jaminan kesehatan yang memadai oleh negara. Namun, sampai saat ini belum ada peraturan hukum terbaru terkait perlindungan pekerja yang bekerja ditengah Covid-19. Kata Kunci: Keselamatan dan Kesehatan Kerja; COVID-19; Penyakit Akibat Kerja; Jaminan Kesehatan.
Penundaan Pelaksanaan Kewajiban Dalam Perjanjian Pengangkutan Barang Akibat Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Nursaputri Salsabila Annisa
Published: June 2021

AbstractForce majeure sometimes appears in transportation agreements, for example with the emergence of the Covid-19 pandemic. But the force majeure caused by Covid-19 is not attached to all carriers. This is because not all transporters in the Covid-19 pandemic are prevented from carrying out their obligations. However, the transporters affected by Covid-19 must be able to prove that the Covid-19 pandemic has a direct impact. This Covid-19 pandemic is a relative or temporary force majeure, because the Covid-19 pandemic has only occurred temporarily. Therefore, it does not eliminate the obligations of the carrier, and the carrier must still fulfill its obligations even though it requires more cost and time. So in this case the Covid-19 pandemic cannot immediately be used as an excuse for the cancellation of an agreed transportation agreement on the grounds of a force majeure event. Keywords: Force Majeure; Transportation Agreement; Covid-19; Delivery of Goods; Accountability.AbstrakForce majeure terkadang muncul dalam perjanjian pengangkutan, seperti misalnya saja dengan kemunculan pandemi Covid-19. Tetapi force majeure yang diakibatkan karena Covid-19 ini tidak melekat kepada semua pihak pengangkut. Dikarenakan tidak semua pihak pengangkut dalam keadaan pandemi Covid-19 ini terhalang untuk melaksanakan kewajibannya. Namun untuk pihak pengangkut yang terkena dampak Covid-19 ini harus dapat membuktikan bahwa pandemi Covid-19 membawa imbas secara langsung . Pandemi Covid-19 ini merupakan force majeure yang bersifat relatif atau sementara, sebab pandemi Covid-19 ini hanya terjadi sementara waktu. Karena itu maka tidaklah menghapuskan kewajiban pihak pengangkut , dan pihak pengangkut tetap harus memenuhi kewajibannya meskipun membutuhkan biaya dan waktu yang lebih banyak. Maka dalam hal ini pandemi Covid-19 ini tidak dapat langsung bisa digunakan sebagai alasan untuk pembatalan suatu perjanjian pengangkutan yang telah disepakati dengan alasan adanya peristiwa force majeure.Kata Kunci: Force Majure; Perjanjian Pengangkutan; Covid-19; Pengiriman Barang; Pertanggungjawaban.
European grapevine moth in the Douro region: voltinism and climatic scenarios
Authors: Reis Samuel , Martins Joana , Gonçalves Fátima , Carlos Cristina , A. Santos João
Published: June 2021

The European grapevine moth, Lobesia botrana (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae) is considered to be the main pest in the vineyards of the Douro Demarcated Region (DDR) due to the economic losses it can cause. Damage is caused by the larvae of this pest feeding on grape clusters, rendering them susceptible to Botrytis cinerea in mid-season and leading to the development of primary and secondary rot at harvest. Understanding this pest´s behaviour in the region under future climate scenarios is an increasing challenge. Hence, the present study aims to assess the potential effects of two likely climate change scenarios (Representative Concentration Pathways, RCP4.5 and RCP8.5) on Lobesia botrana phenology, particularly at the beginning and at the peak of the three Lobesia botrana flights. Our findings show that the phenological events generally occur earlier in all locations and mostly during the long-term period of 2021–2080, being 7 to 12 days in advance in the RCP4.5 scenario, and 15 to 24 days in advance in RCP8.5, when compared to current values (2000–2019) and regardless of the flight number. These results suggest that a fourth complete flight is likely in the future, and that Lobesia botrana will become a tetravoltine species in the region. The flight (male catches) and infestation of Lobesia botrana over periods with daily temperatures above its upper limit of development (> 33 °C) were also analysed during the period 2000–2019 in the targeted sites. The upward trend in the number of days with maximum temperature above 33 °C tended to be accompanied by a decrease in the total number of male catches during the second and third flights, as well as a decrease in the percentage of attacked bunches by the second and third generations. Overall, climate change is expected to influence the phenology of this pest in the DDR.
Quantitative Assessment of Trout Fish Spoilage with a Single Nanowire Gas Sensor in a Thermal Gradient
Authors: Tonezzer Matteo , Thai Nguyen Xuan , Gasperi Flavia , Duy Nguyen Van , Biasioli Franco
Published: June 2021

The response of a single tin oxide nanowire was collected at different temperatures to create a virtual array of sensors working as a nano-electronic nose. The single nanowire, acting as a chemiresistor, was first tested with pure ammonia and then used to determine the freshness status of trout fish (Oncorhynchus mykiss) in a rapid and non-invasive way. The gas sensor reacts to total volatile basic nitrogen, detecting the freshness status of the fish samples in less than 30 seconds. The sensor response at different temperatures correlates well with the total viable count (TVC), demonstrating that it is a good (albeit indirect) way of measuring the bacterial population in the sample. The nano-electronic nose is able to classify the samples according to their degree of freshness, but also to quantitatively estimate the concentration of microorganisms present. The system was tested with samples stored at different temperatures, managing to classify them perfectly (100%) and estimating their log(TVC) with an error lower than 5%.
Eﬀects of Lorentz Symmetry Breaking and External Potential on a Relativistic Scalar Particle
Authors: Ahmed Faizuddin
Published: June 2021

In this paper, a relativistic scalar particle under Lorentz symmetry breaking eﬀects in the presence of a scalar potential is investigated. We introduce the scalar potential by modifying the mass via transformation M → M+S(r) in the wave equation and analyze the behaviour of a scalar particle. We see that the analytical solution to the KleinGordon equation can be achieved, and the energy eigenvalues and the wave function depends on the Lorentz symmetry breaking parameters as well as potential
Strain and Grain Size of CeO2 and TiO2 Nanoparticles: Comparing Structural and Morphological Methods
Authors: Canchanya-Huaman Yamerson , Mayta-Armas Angie F. , Pomalaya-Velasco Jemina , Bendezú-Roca Yéssica , Guerra Jorge Andres , Ramos-Guivar Juan A.
Published: June 2021

Various crystallite size estimation methods were used to analyze X-ray diffractograms of spherical cerium dioxide and donut-like titanium dioxide anatase nanoparticles aiming to evaluate their reliability and limitations. The microstructural parameters were estimated from Scherrer, Monshi, Williamson-Hall, and their variants: i) uniform deformation model, ii) uniform strain deformation model, and iii) uniform deformation energy density model, and also size-strain plot, and Halder-Wagner method. For that, and improved systematic Matlab code was developed to estimate the crystallite sizes and strain, and the linear regression analysis was used to compare all the models based on the coefficient of determination, where the Halder Wagner method gave the highest value (close to 1). Therefore, being the best candidate to fit the X-ray Diffraction data of metal-oxide nanoparticles. Advanced Rietveld was introduced for comparison purposes. Refined microstructural parameters were obtained from a nanostructured 40.5 nm Lanthanum hexaboride nanoparticles and correlated with the above estimation methods and transmission electron microscopy images. In addition, electron density modelling was also studied for final refined nanostructures, and μ-Raman spectra were recorded for each material estimating the mean crystallite size and comparing by means of a phonon confinement model.
Recent Advances of Wee1 Inhibitors and Statins in Gynecologic Cancers with p53 Mutations
Authors: Meng Xiangbing , Gao Jason K , Gomendoza Sean Michael T , Li John , Yang Shujie
Published: June 2021

p53 is among the most frequently mutated tumor suppressor genes given its prevalence in >50% of all human cancers, including high grade serous endometrial cancers and ovarian cancers. In addition to loss of tumor suppression function, many mutated p53 (Mutp53) proteins acquire gain-of-function (GOF) activities as oncogenes to promote cancer progression, which manifest through aberrant expression of p53. As we have come to see, statins induce CHIP-mediated degradation of mutp53 by blocking the interaction between mutp53 and DNAJA1. Therefore, targeting critical downstream pathways of mutp53 provides an alternative strategy for treating cancers expressing mutp53. In this review, we summarize recent advances with Wee1 inhibitors and mevalonate pathway inhibitors, particularly statins, regarding their use in gynecological cancers with p53 mutations.
Peningkatan Kapasitas dan Mutu Produk Brownies Tempe di Industri Rumah Tangga (IRT) “Browniesta” melalui Introduksi Teknologi Tepat Guna
Authors: Ishartani Dwi , Atmaka Windi , Khasanah Lia Umi , Ariviani Setyaningrum , Siswanti Siswanti
Published: June 2021

Tempeh had been recognized worldwide as a superfood. In Pengkok Village, Kedawung Sub-district, Sragen Regency, there were several traditional tempeh producers which supply fresh tempeh around Kedawung Sub-district. Tempeh produced in this area was also used as raw material for brownies production. "BROWNIESTA" is a Small Medium Enterprise (SME) which produces brownies made from tempeh. The demand of tempeh brownies was high, but it was difficult for SME "BROWNIESTA" to fulfill the demand due to the lack number of ovens. In addition, packaging, labels and the quality of the products had been unstable due to limited understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) concept in food production. This community service introduced appropriate technology for SME "BROWNIESTA" in the form of: 1) introduction of gas-fired ovens, 2) introduction of packaging and labels and 3) GMP training according to BPOM guidelines. Partners actively participated in providing materials for the introduced oven trials, providing materials and tools for evaluation of product sensory quality improvement and facilitating the implementation of GMP training. Based on the evaluation results, the sensory quality of brownies produced using the introduced oven had increased as indicated by its softer texture and smoother crust that is not caramelized. The product was also packaged properly with product information on the label attached to the packaging. Oven introduction also increased the production capacity up to 150%. SME “BROWNIESTA” implemented better food production practices after completing GMP training. Therefore, it could be concluded that the introduction of appropriate technology in SME "BROWNIESTA" increase the capacity and quality of the tempeh brownies products.
Peranan Amelioran Pupuk Organik terhadap Hasil Padi pada Musim Tanam Kedua di Lahan Kering Ngawen Gunungkidul Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta
Authors: Anshori Arif , Iswadi Agung , Sunarya Sunarya , Riyanto Damasus
Published: June 2021

Rice cultivation in the second growing season in dry land at Gunungkidul Special Region of Yogyakarta requires additional irrigation and improvement of physical, chemical and biological soil properties. This study aimed to determine the role of organic fertilizer ameliorant on rice yields during second growing season in dry land. The research was conducted in Sambirejo Watusigar Ngawen Gunungkidul Special Region of Yogyakarta during second growing season from March to July 2019. The study used a Randomized Completely Block Design (RCBD) with 3 treatments in the form of no ameliorant, ameliorant of 2 tons ha-1 and ameliorant 4 tons ha-1, with 5 replications. The results showed that the use of ameliorant 2 tons ha-1 produced rice 5.64 ton ha-1 and ameliorant 4 tons ha-1 produced rice 6.04 ton ha-1, which was significantly higher than without ameliorant which only produced 5.29 ton ha-1 of rice.
Modifikasi Model Edukasi di Masa Pandemi untuk Menjaga Ketaatan Diet dan Minum Obat Pasien Diabetes Melitus
Authors: Sudarsono Joko , Wiboworini Budiyanti , Dewi Yulia Lanti Retno , Rahayu Dwi , Ayusari Amelya Augusthina , Widardo Widardo , Damayanti Kusmadewi Eka , Myrtha Risalina , Handayani Sutartinah Sri , Kisrini Kisrini
Published: June 2021

Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) as a partner has a clinic for patients with chronic diseases with regular inspections and education. Diabetes mellitus is one of the most common disease in PMI clinic, with main problems are diet style and medicine compliance. The pandemic has caused the clinic activities stopped; so it is necessary to modify the patients’ educational methods. Limitations in face-to-face education during pandemic, could be overcome by digital-based education. Community service activities were carried out through the identification of partner problems; collecting data on patients or patients' families with WhatsApp numbers, making scripts followed by making videos; distributing the video via Google Drive and Youtube and ended with a discussion session via WhatsApp group. The education contents include menus preparation and managing macronutrient intake and public education in medicine compliance. Changes in knowledge was measured from the results of the pretest and posttest related to the material. The results showed an increase in knowledge of good menu preparation to meet the needs of both macronutrients and micronutrients as well as knowledge of the correct use of diabetes drugs by 20%. These results indicated that the use of video and digital education through WhatsApp group can be an alternative of patients education during pandemic.
DOES THE RECENTLY IMPLEMENTED REGULATION ON COUNTRY-BY-COUNTRY REPORTING DETER TAX AVOIDANCE?
Authors:   Directorate General of Taxes, Kurniawan Nala , Saputra Anggari ,   Directorate General of Taxes
Published: June 2021

To adhere with Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) Action 13, Indonesia enacted regulations concerning Transfer Pricing Documentation and Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) to address the issue of tax avoidance. Those regulations introduced the requirement of CbCR in Indonesia, where Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) operating in Indonesia are required to provide tax authorities with geographic breakdown of their profitability, tax payments, and activities wherever they operate. Using the newly implemented CbCR in Indonesia as a treatment for private disclosure requirement, this study examines the effect of CbCR on MNEs tax avoidance. Employing EUR 750 million consolidated revenue threshold for disclosure and utilizing regression discontinuity design as well as difference-in-differences analysis, we document a 4-8 percentage point increase in effective tax rates among affected MNEs, thus reflecting a decrease in tax avoidance in treatment firms. Our findings contribute (i) to the recent empirical literature on how CbCR as a private disclosure affects corporate tax avoidance behavior and (ii) to the policy evaluation whether CbCR regulation has achieved its objective.
ANTI-CORRUPTION DISCLOSURE AND EARNINGS MANAGEMENT: A CASE IN INDONESIAN CAPITAL MARKET
Authors:   Gadjah Mada University, Khasanah Putri , Kusuma Indra ,   Gadjah Mada University
Published: June 2021

This study investigates the relationship between anti-corruption disclosure and earnings management. Firms that disclose anti-corruption are related to the lower earnings management. The sample consists of 207 firm-year observation from 2016-2018. The data are hand-collected for the anti-corruption disclosure and the rest of the firm’s data are obtained from the Osiris database. Our result indicate a significant negative relationship between anti-corruption disclosure and earnings management. The relationship is more pronounce for the profitable and smaller firms. The high level of anti-corruption disclosure reported by the company can reduce earnings management actions in the company and show awareness, ability, skill, actualization of attitudes and behaviors with integrity in creating a business climate with integrity, fairness, and high competitiveness.
A Detection System with Spider Web Coil-Based Wireless Charging and an Active Battery Management System
Authors: Pokorny J. , Marcon P. , Kriz T. , Janousek J.
Published: June 2021

The article presents a detection system with spider web coil-based wireless charging. Commonly available metal detectors are sold as handheld systems, which enable only progressive, lengthy, time-consuming search. Importantly, a part of the investigated area can thus be easily missed, and the probability that a metal object will not be found increases substantially. This problem, however, is eliminable via the automatic position tracking mode embedded in the solution obtained through our research. The proposed system facilitates using the spider web coil simultaneously for wireless charging and metal detection by pulse induction. The topology of the detector can emit variable pulse lengths, thus allowing the device to detect more types of metal and to adapt itself to the permeability of the soil. The coil has a branch in a relevant part of the winding to reduce undesirable electromagnetic interference during the charging. On the transmitting side of the topology, impedance matching is included to maintain the maximum spatial gap variability. By changing the position of the receiving side, the output voltage changes; therefore, a high efficiency DC/DC converter is employed. The individual battery cells demonstrate different internal resistances, requiring us to apply a new method to balance the cells voltage. The system can be utilized on self-guided vehicles or drones; advantageously, a GPS resending the coordinates to a mesh radio allows for accurate positioning. With the mesh topology, potential cooperation between the multiple systems is possible. The setup utilizes the same coil for wireless power transfer and detection.
A Study of the Occurrence of Resonance under the Influence of Dynamic Forces on the Structural Elements of Electrical Installations
Authors: Potachits Ya. V.
Published: June 2021

The increase in the levels of short-circuit currents in the power system of the Republic of Belarus requires the study of the parameters of the electrodynamic stability of the main structural elements of electrical installations with flexible conductors. In case of a short circuit in the network, currents tenfold exceeding the rated one hundreds of times can flow through the current-carrying part of the device. When the magnetic fields formed by these currents interact, significant electromagnetic forces arise, which have a destructive effect both on the current-carrying parts themselves and on the structural elements of electrical installations, viz. support insulators, switching devices, measuring equipment. The movement of the wires in a short-circuit mode leads to the appearance of significant dynamic loads in them, which, in turn, are transmitted to the portals, support insulators and electrical devices. A topical problem is the occurrence of unacceptable mechanical forces in the main structural elements that can cause their destruction. Thus, the analysis of the physical and mechanical parameters and geometric dimensions of the flexible busbar of switchgear shows that a violation of the condition of electrodynamic resistance to tension is unlikely due to the high mechanical strength of the large-section steel-aluminum wires used. At the same time, span-limiting portals, support insulators and other electrical devices have significantly lower permissible bending loads. When exposed to dynamic forces, the conductors bend and transfer the load to the structural elements which have certain elasticity. Thus, a reliable determination of dynamic loads, taking into account the current-carrying parts acting on the supporting structures, is possible only if a dynamic task is set. The article describes the methods of mathematical modeling and computational experiment for analyzing the parameters of the electro-dynamic stability of the main structural elements which are determined using coefficients that depend on the natural frequencies of oscillations and the nature of changes in dynamic forces over time. To solve these problems, mathematical models are compiled and boundary value problems are formulated for calculating the electrodynamic stability of structural elements, taking into account the possible coincidence of the frequencies of natural and forced oscillations of structural elements taking into account the probable coincidence of the frequencies of forced and natural vibrations of structural elements.
On the Mutual Influence of Voltage Control Modes and the Compensation of Reactive Power in the Electrical Networks of Industrial Enterprises
Authors: Schasny V. P. , Zhukouski A. I.
Published: June 2021

The efficiency of an enterprise’s power supply system depends on the quality of electricity and the losses of the latter in electrical networks; both being largely determined by the modes of voltage control and reactive power compensation. In practice, the problems of voltage control and reactive power compensation in power supply systems of industrial enterprises, including electric networks with a voltage of up to 1 kV, as well as 6, 10 kV and higher, are often solved separately. It triggers an irrational use of existing voltage control devices, underutilization of the installed capacity of compensating devices, and affects the voltage control in the electrical networks of the power supply organization. Since voltage management and compensation modes of reactive power are inseparable, they can be correctly determined only with the use of an integrated approach based on technical and economic criteria and taking into account technical requirements and local conditions. This article analyzes the mutual influence of voltage control and reactive power compensation modes in the electrical networks of industrial enterprises from the point of view of ensuring the quality of electricity and minimizing load power losses. The method and results of calculations (on the example of a specific industrial facility) for determining voltage deviations and losses in the electrical network as well as for selecting parameters for voltage control and reactive power compensation are presented. Due to the close relationship of these modes that affect all voltage levels, the effectiveness of measures cannot be ensured without the use of multifunctional devices for controlling the equipment of transformer substations.
Efficacy of Sub Occipital Myofacial Release Technique on Functional Disability in Temporomandibular Dysfunction with Neck Pain: A Randomized Control Trial.
Authors: Wadhokar Om , Patil Deepali , Phansopkar Pratik
Published: June 2021

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction is one of commonest joint that gets affected in females, studies shows that the altered posture of cervical spine lead to mandibular retrusion and hence in long term leads to Temporomandibular dysfunction, the tightness of sub-occipital muscle leads to pulling of the ligaments around the joint in course causing retrusion or malocclusion. The common symptoms of temporomandibular joint dysfunction includes clicking, reduced mouth opening, headache. Alteration in the function of TMJ leads to poor quality of life of the individual as this joint is involved in basic activities like talking, eating, laughing and kissing. The sub-occipital muscles are the group of muscle extending from spinous process of C2 vertebrae to inferior nuchal line of occipital bone. Tightness of this muscle lead to extension of upper cervical spine and flexion of lower cervical spine. The common causes of temporomandibular dysfunction includes injury to jaw, overuse, inflammatory condition like arthritis and bruxism. Our aim is to find out the efficacy of sub-occipital Myofacial Release versus conventional physiotherapy on functional disability of TMJ. The clinical trial registry-India(CTRI) registration number for this trial is CTRI/2021/05/033493.
Assessment of influence of social media and peer groups on increasing the prevalence of vaccine hesitancy in India: a prospective cross-sectional survey
Authors: Devulapalli Chaitanya , B Swarna Priya , M Yugapriya , Kanduri Tharun , J Heeba Begum , Mukhopadhyay Debraj
Published: June 2021

Since March 11, 2020, when the World Health Organization proclaimed the fast spread of SARS-CoV-2 a worldwide pandemic, the majority of afflicted nations have continued to adopt non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs, such as physical separation, hand cleanliness, and mask usage), which have been effective in suppressing viral transmission. However, given the fast spread of SARS-CoV-2 and the outbreak's high fatality rate, it is generally agreed that a safe and effective vaccine is essential for controlling the pandemic. Vaccination coverage is one of the most effective and cost-efficient health interventions available for the prevention and control of infectious illnesses, including the COVID-19. While producing an effective and safe COVID-19 vaccine is not straightforward, it's manufacturing, storage, distribution, and administration may offer additional difficulties, particularly in underdeveloped nations. The purpose of the present study sought to determine the general population's acceptability, the prevalence of vaccine hesitancy, and the influence of social media and peer groups towards the COVID19 vaccination in India.
Effectiveness of Motor Re-Learning Programme along with Functional Electrical Stimulation on Functional Mobility and Quality of Life in Subjects with Sub-Acute Stroke - An Experimental Study
Authors: Balpande Sanika , Qureshi Mohd Irshad , Iratwar Sandeeep , Kovela Rakesh , Dadgal Ragini , Phansopkar Pratik , Chitale Neha
Published: June 2021

Background: The cerebrovascular episode is one of the significant causes of adult injury. This research will aim to investigate the effect of MRP along with FES on ankle dorsiflexors of improving gait parameters for functional mobility and enhancing quality of life in stroke survivors. Method: The participants will be enrolled in experimental or control groups with a ratio of 1:1 allocation. The study group members would receive MRP along with FES following baseline tests over a span of 6 weeks. Conventional participant will experience only FES. Both participants were measured with outcome measures and Gait parameters for pre-treatment and post-treatment. Discussion: Most research indicated that MRP is successful because it takes a lengthy period of time; however in the case of FES it is known that it is not efficient without some physiotherapy intervention. The results of the analysis will benefit stroke survivors, and provide a newly developed recovery process.The clinical trial registry-India(CTRI) registration number for this trial is CTRI/2021/05/033578.
Prevalence and Factors Associated with Undernutrition on Cancer Patients at Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Worku Eyerusalem , Aragaw Hayat , Kebede Damitie
Published: June 2021

Background Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world and it is considered that every fourth person dies of it. Under-nutrition is most commonly seen in cancer patients with some types of solid tumors, various chronic diseases, as well as in older persons and young children. This can result in longer hospital stay, reduced response to therapies, increased complications to therapy and surgery proceedings, poor survival and higher care costs. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and factors associated with under-nutrition on cancer patients attending Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia.Methods Cross-sectional study was conducted from September to October 2018 among 347 cancer patients in Tikur Anbessa Specialized hospital Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. All cancer patients 18–65 years of age who were on the 2nd cycle and above treatment phase were included. Quantitative data was collected using questionnaires and the Patient Generated-Subjective Global Assessment (PG-SGA) score. Data was entered into Epi-Info version 7 and exported and analyzed by SPSS version 20. Both bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were employed to identify the associated factors. Variables with 𝑃 value of less than 0.05 were considered as significant predictors.Results The prevalence of under-nutrition according to PG-SGA score result 202 (63.1%) and 88(27.5%) of the participants were moderately and severely undernourished, respectively. BMI of the participants also showed that 206 (64.4%) and 89 (27.8%) were normal and underweight, respectively. Two hundred seventy-six (86.3%) of the patients needed critical nutrition intervention. Performance status of ≥ 2 [AOR = 7.9, 95% CI (3.05, 20.48)] and cancer stage II, III & IV [AOR = 3.47, 95% CI (1.25, 9.58)], [AOR = 3.81, 95% CI (1.17, 12.31)] and [AOR = 6.11, 95% CI (1.48, 25.14)] were significantly associated with malnutrition on cancer patients at a P-value < 0.05.Conclusion The prevalence of under-nutrition is prevalent in the study area. Performance status of ≥ 2 and cancer stages were important factors associated with malnutrition in cancer patients. Screening and evaluation of nutritional status of the patients and planning nutritional therapy such as dietary supplements or enteral nutrition to counteract malnutrition on cancer patients should be implemented.
Assessing the Frequency, Investigation, and Management of Post-operative Anaemia in Hip Fracture Patients
Authors: McCormack David Livingstone , Costigan Orla , McGarry Emily , O’Hanlon Shane , Hurson Conor
Published: June 2021

BackgroundPost-operative anaemia affects up to 90% of patients undergoing major surgery [1]. Post-operative anaemia can contribute to slower rehabilitation, increased morbidity, and increased mortality [2]. AimsWe aimed to examine the frequency, investigation, and management of anaemia in patients admitted to St. Vincent’s University Hospital (SVUH) with a hip fracture.MethodsA retrospective audit, examining all patients who were admitted to SVUH with a hip fracture between the 1st of April and the 30th of June 2020, was performed. ResultsA total of 58 patients were included. Upon admission, 29.3% (n = 17) of patients were anaemic. Post-operatively, 91.4% of patients (n = 53) were anaemic. 43.1% (n = 25) of patients had iron studies, ferritin, folate and B12 levels measured. Iron deficiency anaemia was detected in 22.4% (n = 13) of patients, folate deficiency was detected in 10.3% (n = 6), and no patients were found to have vitamin B12 deficiency. Of the patients with iron deficiency anaemia, 15.4% (n = 2) were given IV iron infusions and 7.7% (n = 1) received a prescription for oral iron. Of the 6 patients with folate deficiency, 33.3% (n = 2) received a prescription for folic acid. Red cell transfusions were given to 13.8% (n = 8) of patients. Upon discharge, 89.7% (n = 52) of patients remained anaemic. ConclusionsAnaemia is an under-investigated and under-treated complication of hip fractures.
Orexin A peptidergic system: Comparative physiology, morphology and population between brains of nomal and Alzheimer’s disease mice
Authors: Zhao Peng , You Yaqian , Wang Zhe , Zhou Yanjun , Chai Gaoshang , Yan Gen , Jin Zhewu , Wang Qing , Sun Hongxu
Published: June 2021

Sleep disturbance is common in patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and orexin A is a pivotal neurotransmitter for bidirectional regulating the amyloid-β (Aβ) deposition of AD brain and poor sleep. In the present study, we examined the characteristic of sleep-wake architecture in APPswe/PSldE9 (APP/PS1) and Aβ-treated mice using electroencephalogram (EEG) and electromyographic (EMG) analysis. We compared the expression of orexin A, distribution, and morphology of the corresponding orexin A neurons using innovative methods including three-dimensional reconstruction and brain tissue clearing between Wild type (WT) and APP/PS1 mice. Results from our study demonstrated that increased wakefulness and reduced NREM sleep were seen in APP/PS1 and Aβ treated mice while the expression of orexin A was significantly upregulated. Higher density and distribution of orexin A activated neurons were seen in APP/PS1 mice, with a location of 1.06 mm to 2.30 mm away from the anterior fontanelle compared to 1.34 mm to 2.18 mm away from the anterior fontanelle in WT mice. These results suggested that the population and distribution of orexin A may play an important role in the progression of AD.
A Trial Of Intra-Pleural BacteriaL ImmunoTherapy In Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma (TILT) – A Randomised Feasibility Study Using The Trial Within A Cohort (TwiC) Methodology
Authors: Bibby Anna C , Zahan-Evans Natalie , Keenan Emma , Comins Charles , Harvey John E , Day Helen , Rahman Najib M , Fallon Janet E , Gooberman-Hill Rachael , Maskell Nick A
Published: June 2021

BackgroundMalignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) is an aggressive thoracic malignancy with a poor prognosis. Systemic immunotherapy is an effective front-line treatment for MPM, and there is a scientific rationale supporting the possible efficacy of local i.e. intra-pleural immune modulators. TILT investigated the feasibility of performing a randomised trial of intra-pleural bacterial immunotherapy in people with MPM, using the trials within cohorts (TwiC) methodology.MethodsTILT was a multi-centre, three-armed, randomised, feasibility TwiC of intra-pleural OK432, BCG or usual care in people with MPM. Eligible participants were identified from within the ASSESS-meso study; a prospective, longitudinal, observational cohort study, and were randomly selected to be offered a single dose of OK432 or BCG, via an indwelling pleural catheter. The primary outcome was feasibility, evaluated against pre-specified recruitment, attrition and data completeness targets. The acceptability of trial processes and interventions were assessed during qualitative interviews with participants and family members at the end of the trial. TILT was registered prospectively on the European Clinical Trials Registry (EudraCT number 2016-004727-23) and the ISRCTN Register on 04/12/2017.ResultsSeven participants were randomised from a planned sample size of 12, thus the 66% recruitment rate target was not met. Two participants withdrew after randomisation, breaching the pre-stated attrition threshold of 10%. It was not possible to maintain blinding of control participants, which negated a fundamental tenet of the TwiC design. The trial processes and methodology were generally acceptable to participants and relatives, despite several recipients of intra-pleural bacterial agents experiencing significant local and systemic inflammatory responses.ConclusionDesign of a clinical trial of an investigational medicinal product based on the TwiC design and obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals was possible. However, whilst acceptable to participants and relatives, the TwiC design was not a feasible method of investigating intra-pleural bacterial immunotherapy in people with MPM. Future trials investigating this topic should consider the eligibility constraints and recruitment difficulties encountered.
Electrostatic coupling driven dielectric enhancement of PZT/BTO multilayer thin films
Authors: Zhong Huang , Wang Xin , Li Xin Hong , Lu Zhen Ya , Chen Zhi Wu
Published: June 2021

In this study, PbZr0.52Ti0.48O3/BaTiO3 (PZT/BTO) multilayers with varying layer fractions were deposited on Pt/Ti/SiO2/Si substrates by sol-gel process. The films were characterized by X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The result shows that there exists a dielectric enhancement when the BTO layer fraction x is around 0.5, and at this fraction, the dielectric constant of PZT/BTO is 590 at 100 kHz, which is far more than that of monolithic PZT or BTO films (478 and 284, respectively). The thermodynamic analysis shows that the measured dielectric constant is close to the simulation values when x closes to 0.5, otherwise it better consists with the series connection calculation values. The result indicates that the internal field resulting from the polarization mismatch between two ferroelectric layers contributes to the enhancement of PZT/BTO heterogeneous thin films.