bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Urban greenspaces benefit both human utility and biodiversity
Authors: Miguez Nataly , Mason Brittany , Qiu Jiangxiao , Cao Haojie , Callaghan Corey
Published: March 2024

Urban greenspaces are essential for both human well-being and biodiversity, with their importance continually growing in the face of increasing urbanization. The dual role of these spaces raises questions about how their planning and management can best serve the diverse needs of both people and biodiversity. Our goal was to quantify the synergies and tradeoffs between human utility and biodiversity benefits in urban greenspaces. Through a detailed inventory, we mapped 639 urban greenspaces throughout Broward County, Florida — one of the most populous counties in the United States. We identified and categorized various physical attributes contributing to human utility, including playgrounds, athletic facilities, and picnic areas. Concurrently, we assessed biodiversity by estimating species richness within an urban greenspace. We found little relationship between overall human utility and biodiversity. More specifically, we found a positive correlation between human utility attributes such as playgrounds, bodies of water, and nature preserves with biodiversity, indicating potential synergies rather than tradeoffs. This alignment between human utility and biodiversity benefits suggests that urban parks can effectively serve multiple values without necessarily sacrificing one for the other. Both human utility and biodiversity correlate with greenspace size, emphasizing the significance of larger greenspaces in accommodating diverse values. Our results offer insights for optimizing planning and management of urban greenspaces to simultaneously benefit local communities and ecosystems, highlighting the potential for harmonizing human and biodiversity needs to foster sustainable cities.
Investigating the Use of the First Language in Moroccan EFL Classes
Authors: HICHAM Khalid  , EL HARCH Omar  , BOULANOUAR Abdellatif  , EL OUARDI Nabil
Published: March 2024

This study aims to investigate whether there is any significant effect of using Moroccan Arabic (Darija) in the English as a Foreign Language classroom on Moroccan students’ language learning. It highlights where Darija is preferred to be used either by students or teachers. Moreover, it seeks to scrutinize whether the mother tongue positively or negatively affects the learners.  Multiple case studies research was conducted in five high schools belonging to Beni Mellal-Khenifra region. 132 students and 7 teachers were the population targeted for data collection. The study adopts a mixed method design where quantitative data is generated through a questionnaire and qualitative data is generated through interviews. The gathered data were analyzed using SPSS and content analysis. The findings show that the vast majority of the targeted populations have positive attitudes towards using Moroccan Arabic (Darija) in English classes. The study gives insights into how to adequately implement Moroccan Arabic in EFL classes. Additionally; the study also sheds light on some obstacles and limitations and provides some future research perspectives.
Machine Learning Models for Predicting Corticosteroid Therapy Necessity in COVID-19 Patients: A Comparative Study
Authors: Mujiba Shaima  , Norun Nabi  , Md Nasir Uddin Rana  , Ahmed Ali Linkon  , Badruddowza  , Md Shohail Uddin Sarker  , Nishat Anjum  , Hammed Esa
Published: March 2024

This study analyzes machine learning algorithms to predict the need for corticosteroid (CS) therapy in COVID-19 patients based on initial assessments. Using data from 1861 COVID-19 patients, parameters like blood tests and pulmonary function tests were examined. Decision Tree and XGBoost emerged as top performers, achieving accuracy rates of 80.68% and 83.44% respectively. Multilayer Perceptron and AdaBoost also showed competitive performance. These findings highlight the potential of AI in guiding CS therapy decisions, with Decision Tree and XGBoost standing out as effective tools for patient identification. This research offers valuable insights for personalized medicine in infectious disease management.
Pengaruh Kredit Bermasalah, Likuiditas, dan Inflasi terhadap Profitabilitas Bank BUMN
Authors: Khairina Salsa Putri  , Winarni  , Mirasanti Wahyuni
Published: March 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of Non Performing Loan, Liquidity, and Inflation toward Profitability on the State-Owned Bank period 2013 – 2022. In this research the sampling technique used was non probability sampling technique and managed to obtained 4 banks. The data used is secondary data from the annual financial reports of State-Owned Banks. The data analysis model uses the Multiple Linear Regression Model. The data analysis technique uses the F Statistical Test, the t Statistical Test, and the Coefficient of Determination. The results of the analysis show that NPL, LDR, and Inflation simultaneously have a significant effect on Profitability. NPL, LDR, and Inflation partially have a significant effect on Profitability at State-Owned Banks for the 2013 – 2022 period. The limitations of this study are the independent variables and the population used are still limited, so it is hoped that next research can add to the independent variables and the population widely.
Pengaruh Kenaikan Suku Bunga the Fed, Harga Minyak Dunia terhadap IHSG dalam Pergerakan Pasar Modal
Authors: Kurniasari Cindy Carolina , Yanna Eka Pratiwi  , Siwidyah Desi Lasianti
Published: March 2024

This study aims to determine the simultaneous and partial effects of The Fed Interest Rate, World Oil Prices, and World Gold Prices on the Composite Stock Price Index (CSPI), as well as identifying the dominant independent variable. The study's population includes The Fed Interest Rate, World Oil Prices, World Gold Prices, and the CSPI. The sample comprises all available data on The Fed Interest Rate, World Oil Prices, World Gold Prices, and the closing values of the CSPI at the end of each month from January 2019 to December 2022. The research employs a multiple linear regression analysis model processed using the SPSS 16 program. Hypothesis testing is conducted using statistical tests. The study's findings lead to several conclusions: (1) The Fed Interest Rate and World Oil Prices have a significant partial effect, whereas World Gold Prices do not significantly affect the CSPI on a partial basis. (2) Collectively, The Fed Interest Rate, World Oil Prices, and World Gold Prices significantly influence the CSPI. (3) Among the independent variables, The Fed Interest Rate emerges as the dominant factor affecting the CSPI.
Sebuah Studi Fenomenologi: Menelisik Informasi Akuntansi Usaha Kecil di Kota Palangka Raya
Authors: Wukuf Dilvan Rafa  , Putri Balqis Fahrianti Octaviony  , Shelly Laravida
Published: March 2024

Large companies are synonymous with their accounting implementation. This gives rise to the perception that only large companies can apply accounting, so small businesses are deemed not to need to apply accounting because of the low level of materiality, even though accounting is a business instrument. This research aims to examine accounting information, especially for small businesses, namely street vendors. This research is a type of qualitative research with a phenomenology data analysis approach. Data collection was carried out by conducting observations and in-depth interviews with the application of data reduction consisting of noema, noesis, bracketing, and eideric reduction. The research results stated that there was a separate understanding regarding the meaning of accounting; this happened because the informants had different levels of education. The first informant said that accounting is the basics of finance, buying and selling activities, and credit debits. The second informant defines accounting as expenditure and income activities until a final balance is obtained. The third, fourth, and fifth informants did not even know exactly what accounting was and only thought that accounting was for people who worked in a bank. The conclusion from this research is that all street vendors cannot understand the meaning of accounting and are unable to make business financial reports. The limitations of the research are related to the limited number of respondents, so it cannot be a basis for saying that all street vendors in Palangka Raya City do not understand accounting. Suggestions that can be given are to provide training for street vendors regarding financial reporting and the importance of making financial reports for businesses to provide opportunities for street vendors to obtain various funding and for future researchers to be able to review it from a quantitative aspect so that the amount of data obtained is more complete.
Pengaruh Net Profit Margin dan Current Ratio terhadap Harga Saham pada Perusahaan Food and Beverages
Authors: Silvia Vanesa  , Ricky Evani
Published: March 2024

This research aims to test and analyze the influence of net profit margin (NPM) and current ratio (CR) on share prices in food and beverages companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) in the 2019-2022 period. The sampling method in this research uses a purposive sampling technique, using quantitative data types involving 108 data from 27 food and beverages companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The data source in this research is secondary data obtained from financial reports, using a ratio scale. The analytical method used is multiple linear regression analysis. The results of this research show that net profit margin and current ratio influence stock prices. This study has limitations in processing data because the data tested before outliers is not normal, this is indicated that there is extreme data in several companies. Based on this, researchers can suggest further researchers using other sub-sectors such as the financial sector, mining sector, agricultural sector, and basic & chemical sectors, and other sectors besides the food and beverage sector.
Determinan Audit Delay pada Perusahaan Manufaktur yang Terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia
Authors: Sampriyani Sihombing  , Dian Puji Puspita Sari  , Mentari Dwi Aristi
Published: March 2024

This research aims to partially examine the influence of company size, solvency, profitability, KAP reputation and auditor opinion on manufacturing companies. The population of this study are all manufacturing companies in the various industrial sectors listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the 2017-2021 period. The sampling method in this research uses a purposive sampling method, namely by drawing samples based on certain considerations that are tailored to the interests and objectives of the research. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression analysis with a significance level of  0.05. The type of data used in this research is secondary data in the form of financial reports and independent audit reports for 2017 - 2021. The results of this research show that company size and solvency have no effect on audit delay. As well as profitability, KAP reputation and auditor opinion have an effect on audit delay
Penerapan SAK EMKM berbasis Penggunaan QRIS dan Literasi Keuangan (Studi persepsi Pelaku UMKM Kuliner Tasikmalaya)
Authors: Yesti Siti Nurjanah  , Taufik Wibisono
Published: March 2024

The writing of financial reports by culinary MSME players in Tasikmalaya is still experiencing obstacles due to the low understanding of financial literacy and the application of manual reporting systems. Although in fact, the preparation of financial reports that meet the standards will make it easier to get access to funding. To help make the quality of standard financial reports, this study aims to determine the effectiveness of financial literacy and the decision to use QRIS on the implementation of financial reporting based on SAK EMKM. this study uses a quantitative method with an explantory survey of culinary MSME players in Tasikmalaya who have used QRIS. The sampling technique used rondom sampling and managed to collect data from 158 respondents. The results showed that financial literacy contributed to the decision to use QRIS and SAK EMKM reporting. The decision to use QRIS makes the highest contribution to MSME actors in reporting finances based on SAK EMKM. The results of the study provide valuable direction for culinary MSME players in Tasikmalya that to facilitate the preparation of financial reports based on SAK EMKM, they can implement transactions with QRIS and continue to improve financial literacy. The limitations of this study only use research objects focused on Culinary MSMEs in Tasikmlaya and only examine the use of QRIS for financial reports. Suggestions for future research can conduct research with a wider and more diverse object, and can develop with other variables that can improve the quality of financial reports for business sustainability.
Pengaruh Sistem Informasi Akuntansi Berbasis Artificiall Intelligence Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan (Studi Pada PT Bank Syariah Indonesia Tbk di Kota Langsa)
Authors: Yunita Indi , Meutia Tuti , Azhar Iqlima
Published: March 2024

The research was conducted with the aim of finding out the effect of human resource competence, artificial intelligence-based accounting information systems on employee performance (study at PT Bank Syariah Indonesia Tbk in Langsa City). This type of research is quantitative, the data source used is primary data. The population and sample for this research are employees at PT Bank Syariah Indonesia Tbk in Langsa City, totaling 120 people as the population, and 96 respondents as the sample in this research. The data obtained was analyzed using SPSS (Statistical Package For Social Sciences) analysis techniques. The equation model analyzed is multiple linear regression analysis, classical assumption testing and hypothesis testing (T test, F test and coefficient of determination (R2)). The research results show that partially human resource competency, artificial intelligence-based accounting information systems have a significant positive effect on employee performance. Simultaneously, all independent variables, namely human resource competency, artificial intelligence-based accounting information systems together have a significant positive influence on employee performance. The limitations of this research are only limited to discussing human resource competencies, artificial intelligence-based accounting information systems on employee performance. Research should be developed with various other variables to find out how other variables influence employee performance. It is recommended that future researchers conduct research on different types of companies or different locations and add other variables that influence employee performance.
LABA AKUNTANSI TERHADAP PENGUNGKAPAN ISLAMIC SOCIAL REPORTING (ISR) DENGAN AKUNTABILITAS SEBAGAI PEMODERASI PADA PERBANKAN SYARIAH YANG TERDAFTAR DI BEI
Authors: Kiki Halida Batubara  , Afrah Junita  , Muhammad Salman  , Rahmad Tantawi
Published: March 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of financial performance on Islamic Social Reporting (ISR) disclosure with accountability as a moderator in sharia banking listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The population in this research is all sharia banking companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2010-2019. Sample selection was carried out using purposive sampling and obtained 4 sharia banking companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2010-2019. The data analysis methods used are classic assumption tests such as: data normality test, multicollinearity test, autocorrelation test and heteroscedasticity test as well as hypothesis tests such as multiple linear regression tests, interaction tests or what is usually called Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA), t test ( partial test), F test (simultaneous test) and coefficient of determination test (R2 test). The research results show that partially, financial performance has no significant effect on Islamic Social Reporting (ISR) disclosure, Accountability has a significant effect on Islamic Social Reporting (ISR) disclosure. Meanwhile, based on the Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) test, accountability cannot partially moderate the influence of financial performance on Islamic Social Reporting (ISR) disclosures and simultaneously accountability can moderate the influence of financial performance on Islamic Social Reporting (ISR) disclosures.
Cover, Content, and Editorial Note from Borneo J Pharm Vol. 6 No. 4 November 2023
Authors: Borneo J Pharm Chief Editor of
Published: March 2024

Assalamu’alaikum Wr. Wb.

Alhamdulillahirabbil ‘alamin. The next edition of Borneo Journal of Pharmacy (Borneo J Pharm) has been published in November 2023. This edition contains ten articles: Analytical Pharmacy-Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacology-Toxicology, Pharmaceutical, Natural Product Development, Clinical-Community Pharmacy, and Management Pharmacy. This edition includes writings from four countries: Costa Rica, India, Indonesia, and Sudan. The authors come from several institutions, including Universitas Airlangga, Matoshri College of Pharmacy, Universitas Pancasila, Universitas Indonesia, Universitas Borneo Lestari, Universitas Surabaya, Akademi Farmasi Yarsi Pontianak, Universidad de Costa Rica, Universitas Lambung Mangkurat, Universitas Padjadjaran, Omdurman Islamic University, and Universitas Sebelas Maret.

Editorial boards are fully aware that there is still room for improvement in this edition, hence with all humility willing to accept constructive suggestions and feedback for improvements to the publication for the next editions. The editorial board would like to thank all editors and reviewers, and contributors of the scientific articles who have provided the repertoire in this issue. We hope all parties, especially the contributors, could re-participate for publication in the next edition in February 2024.

Wassalamu’alaikum Wr. Wb.
СТВОРЕННЯ ТА ОСНОВНІ ЗАХОДИ ЛИТОВСЬКО-ПОЛЬСЬКО-УКРАЇНСЬКОЇ БРИГАДИ ЯК КОМПОНЕНТА МІЖНАРОДНОГО ВІЙСЬКОВО-ПОЛІТИЧНОГО СПІВРОБІТНИЦТВА УКРАЇНИ (2000–2023 рр.)
Authors: ФУРТЕС Олексій
Published: March 2024

У статті розглянуто витоки формування тристоронньої Литовсько-Польсько-Української бригади (далі — ЛитПолУкрбриг), її функціонування до і після широкомасштабного вторгнення російської федерації в Україну. Окреслено основні досягнення ЛитПолУкрбриг на шляху свого роз­витку. Розкрито суть міжнародних військових навчань, де брала участь ЛитПолУкрбриг. Окремо розглянуто значення військових навчань «Three Swords-2021», де вперше в історії ЛитПолУкрбриг були залучені афілійовані підрозділи трьох країн задля покращення згуртованості та взаєморозу­міння між підрозділами бригади. Досліджено зміст підготовки ЛитПолукрБриг в умовах широко­масштабної російсько-української війни. Запропоновано рекомендації щодо перспективи розвитку бригади.
ВПЛИВ ЄВРОПЕЙСЬКОГО ІНЖЕНЕРНО-ФОРТИФІКАЦІЙНОГО МИСТЕЦТВА НА СТРАТЕГІЮ МОДЕРНІЗАЦІЇ УКРІПЛЕНЬ КИЇВСЬКОЇ ФОРТЕЦІ 1860–1914 рр. (ІСТОРИКО-ДОКУМЕНТАЛЬНЕ ДОСЛІДЖЕННЯ)
Authors: ДАЦЮК Олена
Published: March 2024

Стаття присвячена фортифікаційним проєктам, які пропонувалося втілити у Києві та на прилеглих територіях після Східної (Кримської) війни (1853–1854 рр.). Описано еволюцію влаштування та застосування фортової оборони як найбільш прогресивного на той час методу будівництва й організації фортифікаційних споруд. Основою для написання статті стали архівні джерела та праці військових інженерів-практиків.
ФОТОЗНІМКИ ПОЛОНЕНИХ В «УМАНСЬКОМУ КОТЛІ» РАДЯНСЬКИХ ВОЄНАЧАЛЬНИКІВ У СЕРПНІ 1941 РОКУ ЯК ДЖЕРЕЛО ІНТЕРПРЕТАЦІЙ ВОЄННО-ІСТОРИЧНИХ ПОДІЙ
Authors: МОСКАЛЬЧУК Катерина , ЧОРНИЙ Олександр
Published: March 2024

На початку серпня 1941 року німецькі війська оточили та розгромили 6-у й 12-у радянські армії в урочищі Зелена Брама. Десятки тисяч офіцерів та червоноармійців потрапили у полон, включаючи високопоставлених воєначальників — генерал-лейтенанта І. М. Музиченка, генерал-майорів П. Г. Понєдєліна та М. К. Кирилова. Сталінська репресивна машина поклала відповідальність за поразку двох армій на П. Г. Понєдєліна й М. К. Кирилова та зробила їх зрадниками Батьківщини. Дослідники стверджують, що домисли і міфи, що сформувалися довкола постатей І. М. Музиченка, П. Г. Понєдєліна та М. К. Кирилова за час їх полону, можна подолати, проаналізувавши їхні світлини, зроблені німецькими фотокореспондентами у серпні 1941 року. Автори вперше залучили усі доступні фото генералів під час їхнього перебування у полоні та провели джерелознавчу експертизу знайдених матеріалів. Представлені у межах публікації світлини дають змогу говорити про постюридичну реабілітацію несправедливо звинувачених у зраді воєначальників.
Kinematic analysis of the movement of the active knife cutter of chicory roots
Authors: Kozachenko Oleksiy , Tsyon Hanna , Gerasimchuk Halyna
Published: March 2024

Chicory roots are a valuable technical and strategically important crop for the leading sectors of the Ukrainian economy. The processing of raw materials from chicory roots allows to obtain energy (biofuel), food (coffee) and pharmaceutical (inulin) products. The low level of mechanization of harvesting root crops and, especially, harvesting both chicory and chicory root crops (significant losses, damage) does not allow to provide the needs of raw materials for its processing, or the necessary provision of the food industry of the Ukrainian economy and the fodder base of animal husbandry due to an increase in the amount of use root crops of chicory. One of the reserves for improving the performance of machines for harvesting chicory root crops is the improvement of the technological process of harvesting ginseng through the use of improved main working organs – a rotary ginseng cutter and a cutter of ginseng residues from the heads of root crops. The purpose of the work is to increase the indicators of the technological process of harvesting chicory root crops by developing and substantiating the parameters of the cutter's working organs. On the basis of the conducted theoretical analysis of the process of movement of the active cutter knife along the head of the root crop, analytical dependencies were developed that functionally describe the process of movement of the active cutter knife along the root crop head, which made it possible to substantiate the main structural and kinematic parameters of the active cutter knife. It has been established that the working length of the active knife of the cutter of the remains of burdock from the heads of root crops is in the range from 0.25 to 0.3 m, provided that the maximum permissible deviation of the vertical axis of the root crop from the axis of the row at the speed of movement of the burdock harvesting module is from 1.6 to 2.2 m /s and the speed of movement of the cutting edge of the blade of the active knife in the range from 0.3 to 0.8 m/s.
Method and software for processing daily EEG signals for detection of epileptic seizures in humans
Authors: Khvostivskyi Mykola , Boiko Roman
Published: March 2024

A method, an algorithm and a software tool for processing daily EEG signals for computer electroencephalographic systems to detect the manifestation of epileptic seizures in humans have been developed. Mathematically, the daily EEG signal is presented as a random sequence of white Gaussian noise zones and additive mixtures of different-frequency harmonic components. Harmonic functions interpret the manifestations of epileptic seizures. The core of the method of processing daily EEG signals is a time-shifted window inter-covariance processing with multiple kernels in the form of different-frequency harmonic functions. Based on the method of window processing, an algorithm and a software tool for daily EEG signal processing with a graphical user interface using the MATLAB environment have been implemented. The developed software can be used as a component of computer EEG systems. The results of daily EEG signal processing using the software are displayed in the form of averaged products of covariance results (the value is measured in power units) within each processing window, which quantitatively reflect the time points of epileptic seizures in a person. Manifestations of epileptic seizures are reflected through the increase in the averaged values of the power of covariances in relation to observation intervals without corresponding manifestations of these seizures. To ensure the authorization of the process of determining the level of decision-making regarding the moments of epileptic seizures (exceeding the normal level), the threshold algorithm and the Neumann-Pearson statistical criterion were applied.
Endemic amphibians of the Cerrado and Caatinga: species richness, geographic range and conservation
Authors: do Lago Santana Gisele , Pantoja Davi Lima , Peloso Pedro , da Silva Geovania Figueiredo , da Silva Maiume Silva , Maschio Gleomar Fabiano
Published: March 2024

The Cerrado and the Caatinga have few formally protected areas and encompass a high diversity of amphibians, which is still relatively unknown. In this study we present the list of amphibian species endemic to the Cerrado or Caatinga and their geographic range, highlighting current conservation status. We obtained the species list from the compilation of scientific publications (up to July 2022). We obtained the occurrence records from the databases SpeciesLink, GBIF, Portal da Biodiversidade and literature. We classified the species in the categories of threat according to the Brazilian list of threatened species and the global list of threatened species. We compiled 2,659 occurrences of amphibians, 1,335 from the SpeciesLink platform, 414 from GBIF, 371 from the Biodiversity Portal and 539 obtained from the literature. We recorded 100 endemic species, 82 from the Cerrado and 18 from the Caatinga. The Cerrado has three species Vulnerable (VU) (Boana buriti, Bokermannohyla napolii and Scinax pinimus), one Critically Endangered (CR) (Proceratophrys moratoi), 14 species Data Deficient (DD), 46 in the Least Concern (LC) category and 18 Not Evaluated (NE). The Caatinga has three species CR (Adelophryne maranguapensis, Proceratophrys ararype, Rhinella casconi), three DD, five LC and seven NE. Threatened, DD and NE species have few records within the protected areas of Cerrado and Caatinga. We consider that the Cerrado and Caatinga present a rich diversity of endemic amphibians, which have a geographic range relatively reduced, especially the threatened ones, DD and NE. Distribution and taxonomy data are essential, because the lack can hinder the assessment of conservation status, since threatened species, DD, NE, including LC, may be undervalued and at risk. Keywords: amphibia, distribution, endemism, species list, species protection
Are plasticine models efficient to test defensive colouration of snakes?
Authors: Muscat Edelcio , de Toledo Moroti Matheus , Sazima Ivan , Toledo Luís Felipe , Rebouças Raoni
Published: March 2024

Plasticine models are often used to test hypotheses related to defensive colourations. However, the behaviour of natural predators is hardly ever examined in these experiments, which can lead to imperfect conclusions about the interactions. Accordingly, we ran an experiment to test whether plasticine models are an efficient tool to test Batesian mimicry, aposematism and camouflage hypotheses, using Atlantic forest snakes as a model group. We made 150 non-toxic simulacra of four snake species and two generic plasticine models. We placed cameras traps at the study sites to record the behaviour of potential predators towards the models. We classified the predator-simulacrum relations as physically interactive, interactive with no contact, or not visualised, and we examined whether mammals behaved differently from birds towards the plasticine models. We recorded 110 instances of birds or mammals approaching the plasticine models, most of them with models. Most birds presented an interaction with no contact during the day, and mammals presented physical interaction during the night. None of the model types influenced the interaction with predators, but we observed that mammals interacted significantly more with models than birds. While mammals clearly did not behave protectively when interacting with the models, some birds did behave with caution when approaching them. Our results showed that the use of plasticine models may not always result in reliable data to test predator-prey hypotheses. Keywords: Mimicry, predation, Atlantic forest, aposematic colouration, Serpentes
One gecko’s pain is another gecko’s gain: is the Moorish gecko Tarentola mauritanica becoming invasive in France?
Authors: Renet Julien , Dokhelar Théo , Dubos Nicolas
Published: March 2024

The Moorish gecko Tarentola mauritanica is currently expanding around the Mediterranean basin as a result of natural dispersal and anthropogenic spread. The species is observed at several sites in sympatry with other gecko species. To date, no impact has been observed on the native species and T. mauritanica is not considered invasive. We present an eight-year survey in southern France, where it lives in sympatry with the European leaf-toed gecko Euleptes europaea. The survey started when the Moorish gecko was rare which enabled us to observe an important increase in abundance. This increase was strongly correlated with a notable decline of E. europaea, explaining 49% of transect-specific temporal variation in abundance. We suspect that the increase in T. mauritanica density is causally related to this decline and recommend intensive monitoring of the species throughout the Mediterranean basin to determine whether or not the species should be classified as invasive. Keywords: Euleptes europaea, Tarentola mauritanica, temporal trends, biotic interaction, competition, invasive alien species
Seasonal variation of the relationship between body condition and fluctuating asymmetry in two sympatric ranid frogs
Authors: Cante-Bazán Enrique , Luría-Manzano Ricardo
Published: March 2024

Fluctuating asymmetry (FA) in organisms is an indicator of disturbances during development. This indicator has been associated with multiple causes, such as presence of metals, and organic and inorganic pollutants. However, the effect of FA on individual traits has been little explored. In this study, we examine the presence of FA in some morphological characters in two sympatric species of ranid frogs, Lithobates spectabilis and Lithobates zweifeli, predicting that L. zweifeli would exhibit more characters with FA and higher levels of FA. We also evaluated whether body condition in the two species differ between seasons and whether body condition is associated with FA of limb characters in two seasons. We predicted that this association would be more pronounced in the dry season. We found FA in tympanum and limb characters in both species, but L. zweifeli exhibited FA in one character more than L. spectabilis, as well as higher levels of FA in the horizontal length of the tympanum. Additionally, the characters exhibiting FA only in L. zweifeli are presumed to be more relevant for locomotor performance, fitness and survival than those exhibiting FA only in L. spectabilis. We did not find differences in body condition between seasons in either species, but we found a negative correlation between body condition and FA of the humerus in L. zweifeli. However, this correlation was detected in the rainy but not in the dry season, which could be related to depletion of energetic reserves associated with reproductive investment. This study highlights the importance of evaluating sensitivity of sympatric species through analyses of FA and its effects on individual traits, as well as the analysis of these effects in seasons with different environmental conditions. Keywords: Atoyac basin, limb asymmetry, Lithobates, Mexico, tympanum asymmetry
Comparación del tratamiento de fitoterapia vs tratamiento convencional de otitis bacteriana “cocos” en perros
Authors: Velasco Ortiz Mabelén de los Ángeles , Rubio Arias Pablo Giovanny
Published: March 2024

Introducción. La otitis bacteriana en caninos, marcada por la inflamación del canal auditivo y acumulación de secreciones, tradicionalmente tratada con antibióticos, está siendo reconsiderada debido al interés creciente en la fitoterapia. El árbol de Neem, reconocido por sus propiedades antimicrobianas y antiinflamatorias gracias a componentes como la nimbidina, ha demostrado efectividad en estudios veterinarios para tratar infecciones como la otitis externa en perros. Objetivo.  Evaluar el efecto del tratamiento convencional de otitis bacteriana producida por cocos frente a la fitoterapia y comparar el efecto de la fitoterapia en relación al tratamiento convencional. Metodología. Se realizó dos tratamientos para otitis en perros, dividiendo 30 pacientes en dos grupos. El Grupo 1 recibió gel con ciprofloxacina, prednisolona, ketoconazol, lidocaína y corticoides (prednisolona 20 mg) a dosis de 1 mg por kg. Durante 3 días; mientras que el Grupo 2 recibió fitoterapia compuesta por agua, aceite de ricino, aceite de Neem, aceite de menta, preservante y regulador de pH y corticoides (prednisolona 20 mg) a dosis de 1 mg por kg. Durante 3 días. Resultados. El estudio investigó tratamientos para la otitis externa producida por cocos en perros, evidenciando que el tratamiento convencional mostró mayor eficacia en reducir el eritema, la hiperqueratosis y el dolor, mientras que la fitoterapia destacó en controlar la inflamación. La citología reveló diferencias significativas en la disminución de cocos entre ambos tratamientos, siendo la fitoterapia más efectiva. Conclusión. El tratamiento convencional demostró ser más efectivo en reducir los síntomas de la otitis externa en perros, mientras que la fitoterapia mostró potencial en el control de la inflamación y reducción de ciertos microorganismos. Se destaca la importancia del control efectivo del biofilm mediante la limpieza adecuada del oído, para el éxito del tratamiento de la otitis externa en perros producida por cocos. Área de estudio general: Medicina veterinaria Área de estudio específica: Dermatología Tipo de estudio: Artículos originales
Repair of Post-Infarction Ventricular Septal Rupture and Ventricular Aneurysm: A Case Report
Authors: Das Debasish , Rahman C M Mosabber , Hossain Md  Sazzed Al , Mursalin Golam , Khan Omar Sadeque , Hoque Md Rezwanul
Published: March 2024

Ventricular septal rupture is one of the fatal complications of acute myocardial infarction. With the advancement of medical management and availability of emergency cardiac care, the incidence of post infarct ventricular septal rupture has reduced considerably. We report a case, unique in being a late presentation of post infarct ventricular septal rupture with left ventricular aneurysm. The Ventricular septal rupture was repaired using a PTFE patch, followed by reinforced linear closure of aneurysm by a glutaraldehyde treated pericardial felt and revascularization using reversed saphenous vein graft to left anterior descending artery. The patient survived surgery with an uneventful postoperative course.
Eastern Med Coll J. July 2023; 8 (2):75-77
EVALUASI AKADEMIK MAHASISWA BIOLOGI TERHADAP PERKULIAHAN GENETIKA DI UNIVERSITAS JEMBER
Authors: Hariyadi Slamet
Published: March 2024

Pembelajaran abad 21 mempunyai pola yang berbeda dengan abad sebelumnya. Tantangan ini belum banyak direspon oleh para pendidik, termasuk pembelajaran genetika di program studi Pendidikan Biologi FKIP Universitas Jember. Untuk melakukan peningkatan perlu menjaring persepsi mahasiswa. Dari hasil angket didapatkan data bahwa 50% lebih mahasiswa merasa belum mengalami pembelajaran yang berorientasi pada Student Centered Learning (SCL) dan memahami konsep genetika secara mendasar dan mandiri. Diperlukan pendekatan, model, metode, strategi dan taktik belajar variatif untuk memberikan kondisi kelas agar mampu mencapai tujuan pembelajaran yang sesuai dengan tuntutan zaman.Â Â Kata Kunci: pembelajaran abad 21, persepsi mahasiswa, genetika, SCL
Development of Critical Thinking Skills Instruments : Cases for Essay Tests
Authors: Hidayati Nurkhairo , Suryanti Suryanti , Rahmayumita Restesa , Aisya Selvira
Published: March 2024

This research aims to develop a rubric used to assess students’ critical thinking. This rubric refers to aspects of Ennis' critical thinking. The research method begins with determining the scope of the rubric so that an initial version of the rubric can be prepared. An initial version of the rubric received peer review. Next, the rubric was tested to assess critical thinking tests with essay-type questions. Data analysis was carried out using Cohen's kappa, while aspects of the critical thinking rubric were analyzed descriptively. The research results show that each aspect of critical thinking has been equipped with descriptors that can be used by raters. The level of reliability based on the kappa value of agreement is quite good, which means that different raters can use the rubric consistently. The value of agreement in the basic clarification aspect is 0.33 (fair), bases for a decision (0.571 in the moderate category), inference (0.455, moderate category), advanced clarification (0.250, fair category, supposition and integration (0.250, fair category), and strategies and tactics (0.182, poor category). Then, it can be concluded that the critical thinking rubric developed can be used to assess critical thinking abilities. As a recommendation, of course, this rubric cannot fulfill all types of critical thinking questions tested. It is also necessary to develop rubrics for question types other than essays to accommodate the wider need for critical thinking rubrics.
The Learning of Mathematics Based on Individual Differences : A Topic Trend Bibliometric Analysis Using VOSviewer
Authors: Sunarto M.J. Dewiyani , Lemantara Julianto
Published: March 2024

This study aims to establish a foundation for the development of differentiated learning through an analysis of trends in articles related to personality type differences in the field of mathematics education. The research method used was descriptive, using Bibliometric Analysis. These 422 data from Scopus have been from Scopus-indexed journals and were obtained by defining search keywords, namely "individual differences." These articles were then filtered based on the highest citation, resulting in 100 articles that were analyzed using Vos Viewer and Microsoft Excel to display the necessary data for analysis. The results of this study indicated that from many articles that had been analyzed, individual differences have a wide meaning, it could be gender, characteristics, thinking process, fear, attitude, and others. Those differences should be taken into consideration by the teacher and cannot be neglected because they can influence the learners. From the data that has been analyzed, the topic above has been increasing after 2017 with the United States and the United Kingdom as the most recent country that published this topic. Cognition is the journal that has the most publications on this topic, with Engle, R. W. as the most productive writer. The most trending article was about Mathematics in general, mathematics concepts, and the phenomena in teaching and learning math. The next piece of advice is about the development of the individual learning model, its evaluation, and its utilization in creating a differentiated learning model.
The Role of Career Exploration Behavior as A Mediator in The Relationship Between Social Support and Career Decision Self-Efficacy Among High School Students
Authors: Barusi Atika Rahmania El , Suharso Puji Lestari
Published: March 2024

This study aims to analyze the role of career exploration behavior as a mediator of the relationship between social support and career decision self-efficacy (CDSE) among high school students. This study used a cross-sectional study design with a quantitative approach. The participants were in 10th and 11th grade in Jabodetabek High Schools (N = 130). Data were collected using convenience sampling. The instruments used in this research comprised the Career Decision Self-Efficacy-Short Form (CDSE-SF), Adolescent Social Support Scales (ASSS), and Career Exploration Survey (CES). All data were analyzed statistically by descriptive, correlation, and mediation analysis. The results show that career exploration behavior fully mediates the relationship between social support and CDMSE (c = 0.208; p < 0.001). While external support from parents, teachers, and friends is crucial, internal factors are equally essential to help high school students plan their careers effectively. High school students need access to various useful information from their surroundings to actively engage in career exploration and gain the confidence needed to make informed career decisions. In this study, it was found that for students to have career decision self-efficacy, social support and career exploration behavior are needed in high school students.
Integrated 6C Skills of the 21st Century with Animation Video Media for Arabic Speaking Material Design
Authors: Sarip Mohamad , Ilham Andri , Bahtiar Ihwan Rahman , Hendrawanto Hendrawanto , Laseduw Siti Marwah Islami , Abdullah Mukhtar
Published: March 2024

This research aims to design a model of animated video-based Arabic language teaching materials that are integrated with 6C skills to face challenges in the 21st-century era. This research used a mixed approach using the Research & Development method. This research used the Borg and Gall model as an analysis procedure. This research was carried out in the 2022-2023 academic year at the Arabic Language Education Study Program at Jakarta State University. The participants were teachers, experts (Arabic language materials, curriculum), and students. Data collection techniques used observation, questionnaires, documents, interviews, and tests. Data analysis techniques used qualitative data from assessment experts and peer reviewers. Data was presented through statistical descriptions using percentages and means. The quantitative data was taken from the test result in the model's large trial test to determine the product's worthiness. It was done to determine the student's achievement in Arabic speaking skills. It used the t-test. The research results showed that students need classroom teaching materials to learn to speak Arabic, which involves the development of digital technology, namely animated videos. The topics used in the Arabic-speaking teaching material model were related to the achievement of 6C skills, which are relevant to character education values and appear in learning instructions. The content of teaching materials was also combined with reading skills as a source of information for students in carrying out speaking practice in class. Various forms of speaking practice refer to the concept of an oral test. Meanwhile, the use of animated videos is in the instructions for carrying out exercises so that students can use the videos as a reference for speaking practice. These findings also provided an understanding of the demands for the quality of educators' digital competence in designing class materials.
Exploring Work Readiness Key Factors Among Industrial Chemistry Students in Vocational High Schools
Authors: Harjono Harjono , Farhanah Atikah Alya , Susilaningsih Endang , Sumarti Sri Susilogati
Published: March 2024

The research aims to analyze the correlation between motivation, learning quality, critical thinking skills, industrial work practice quality, and vocational readiness of Industrial Chemistry students at vocational high schools (SMK). The research employs a quantitative approach with a survey method. The research used purposive sampling from industrial chemistry students in Central Java, with a sample consisting of 63 students in grade XI. Data collection is done through questionnaires and tests, then analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling - Partial Least Squares (SEM–PLS). The research results show that vocational readiness is directly influenced by learning quality and industrial work practice quality, while learning quality influences the quality of industrial work practice. The results of indirect influence analysis show that the quality of industrial work practice mediates the influence of learning quality on vocational readiness. In this study, the motivation and critical thinking skills of students are not proven to have an effect on vocational readiness, both directly and indirectly. Schools are advised to optimize the quality of learning and the quality of industrial work practice through industry collaboration and cooperation with higher education institutions (HEIs). The motivation and critical thinking skills of students should also be considered to play a role in their vocational readiness.
Development of The STAD Cooperative Learning Model : Enhancing Mathematical Reasoning and Communication Skills in Higher Education
Authors: Nasution Mariam , Rusdi Rusdi , Nasution Annisa
Published: March 2024

This study aims to develop the STAD cooperative learning model specifically designed for mathematics education in a higher institution to impact students' reasoning and communication skills. The study holds significance in its comprehensive analysis, encompassing (1) Plomp Stage 1 Schematic: Preliminary Study; (2) Plomp Stage 2 Schematic: Development Study; and (3) Plomp Stage 3 Schematic: Assessment Study of the developed STAD learning model. The method employed was Research and Development (R&D), utilizing questionnaires, tests, and observations as data collection techniques. The present research involved students at a university in Padangsidimpuan, North Sumatra, Indonesia. The analysis techniques used were inferential statistics and descriptive statistics. The findings indicated that: (1) The preliminary study of the model was conducted based on needs analysis incorporating the curriculum, student, and learning materials; (2) The model’s development study, encompassing six phases, yielded a significant validation result of 3.84, categorized as ‘Good’; (3) The assessment study, in terms of practicality, obtained a score of 4.60 (considered ‘Good’), and effectiveness demonstrated positive significance in affecting students' reasoning and communication skills. The overarching conclusion drawn is that the research and development of the STAD learning model revealed significant positive impacts on students' reasoning and communication skills.
Analysis of the Implementation of Adaptive School-Based Management in the Independent Curriculum in West Lombok High Schools
Authors: Mustari Mohamad , Zubair Muhammad , Kurniawansyah Edy , Sumardi Lalu
Published: March 2024

This study aims to analyze the implementation of adaptive School Based Management with an independent curriculum in the Schools Mobilizer Program (SMP) education unit. The research employed a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. The research location, namely, 3 high schools implementing the Schools Mobilizer Program (SMP) in West Lombok. The respondents were school principals by were given instruments focused on implementing the Independent Curriculum, SBM, and supporting stakeholders and the obstacles they face. The data sources for this research were secondary data and observation, with the data analysis technique used as qualitative descriptive analysis. The results of this research showed that SBM was still very relevant to the demands of the times and the needs of society, because SBM provides broad autonomy to schools to involve the community to take part in determining school policies. Schools were given independence in managing human resources and financial resources by allocating them according to needs and priorities according to the school's strategic plan and operational plan, as well as developing organizational cultural values based on local wisdom to encourage community participation in order to grow and develop organizational culture and quality culture and form students who have character through the application of the noble values of the community where the school was located in accordance with the independent learning platform.