bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A rare occurrence of unicentric Castleman disease
Authors: Rajan Madhumittha , Agarwal Prakash , Ramasundaram Madhu , Sundaram Jegadeesh
Published: December 2022

Castleman disease (CD) is a rare lymphoproliferative disorder characterized by enlarged lymph nodes involving the neck, mediastinum, and retroperitoneum. Due to its varied presentations, it is often misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed. We present one such case which posed a great diagnostic challenge. An 18-year-old girl presented with fever on and off for 1 year. She was treated for COVID positivity during this time but had persistent evening rise of temperature even after 21 days of COVID negativity. Computed tomography chest done revealed a posterior mediastinal mass on the right side. Biopsy showed features of granulomatous inflammation. She was subsequently started on anti-tuberculous therapy. Repeat imaging showed no significant interval change in the mass and biopsy showed features of cavernous hemangioma. She underwent right posterolateral thoracotomy and excision of posterior mediastinal mass. Histopathology of the mass revealed it to be a hyaline variant of CD. CD is rare in children and the presentation can be very atypical and non-specific. They can be misdiagnosed as various other conditions. In most cases, it is an unanticipated pathological diagnosis.
Estado de Lutjanus synagris en tres áreas protegidas del Caribe colombiano: evaluación basada en datos limitados
Authors: Martínez-Viloria Hector Manuel , Franke-Ante Rebeca , Narváez-Barandica Juan Carlos , De la Hoz-Maestre Javier
Published: December 2022

Con el propósito de evaluar el estado del pargo rayado Lutjanus synagris a partir de datos limitados de longitudes provenientes de los desembarcos de las capturas de la pesca artesanal registradas entre 2006 y 2012 en los Parques Nacionales Naturales Tayrona y Corales del Rosario y de San Bernardo y la Vía Parque Isla de Salamanca, se aplicaron indicadores simples y la metodología árbol de decisiones. Se observó un patrón de selectividad en la captura mayoritaria de ejemplares inmaduros (< Lmat) y un nivel de biomasa desovante inferior al punto de referencia límite objetivo, afectando la renovación natural de los stocks de L. synagris. También se ratificó el grado de sobrepesca por crecimiento y reclutamiento. Propender por la disminución de la presión sobre el pargo es un objetivo de manejo que requiere mayor protección en las tres áreas protegidas como zonas fuente, así como un ordenamiento regional participativo para lasostenibilidad del recurso. Por tanto, se recomienda llegar a acuerdos de conservación que propendan por una pesca responsable de peces maduros. Esto, permitirá un máximo rendimiento en biomasa y mejores ingresos económicos para los pescadores. Se propone la metodología descrita para la evaluación de otros recursos aprovechados en las áreas protegidas.
Vulnerabilidad costera ante el ascenso del nivel del mar en el suroccidente del Caribe colombiano
Authors: García Echavarría Luz Marleny , Alcántara-Carrió Javier , Jaramillo Vélez Alfredo
Published: December 2022

Una de las preocupaciones sobre cambio climático es el ascenso del nivel del mar, el cual se encuentra asociado a un incremento de la erosión costera, intrusión salina en estuarios y riesgo de inundación. Estas alteraciones hacen necesaria evaluar la susceptibilidad costera y su capacidad de adaptación ante este fenómeno. El Índice de Vulnerabilidad Costera integrado por las variables geomorfología, pendiente, tasa de cambio de línea de costa, altura del oleaje significante, tasa de cambio del nivel relativo del mar y rango mareal medio, busca estimar localmente la vulnerabilidad. El presente trabajo se enfocó en determinar la vulnerabilidad en la línea costera de los sectores Volcán de Lodo, río Hobo, Zapata y punta Las Vacas, mediante el uso de fotografías aéreas, imágenes satelitales, datos in situ e información gubernamental, con el fin de precisar aquellos espacios en los cuales se debe concentrar una gestión eficaz para una futura adaptación. La aplicación del Índice de Vulnerabilidad Costera integrado (IVC) muestra que más de un tercio del litoral estudiado seencuentra en situación de muy alta vulnerabilidad, destacando la combinación de alta tasas de erosión (entre 2 y 9,8 m/año) con ascensos del nivel del mar que alcanzan 3 mm/año, poniendo en evidencia la necesidad urgente de priorizar y proteger los sitios Volcán de Lodo y río Hobo. Los resultados de vulnerabilidad generados ante el aumento del nivel del mar no evalúan la magnitud, ni la probabilidad de ocurrencia del mismo, ni intentan cuantificar daños o costos. Por tanto, se sugiere continuar con estudios más detallados en aquellos puntos que se consideren prioritarias para realizar el análisis de amenazas y cálculo de riesgo.
Fatty acids composition and Therapeutic potential of three plant species of Tiliaceae family
Authors: Parveen Seema , Sherwani M.R.K. , Bais Rajni , Saini Ram Lal , Malik Abdul
Published: December 2022

Tiliaceae is a family of trees, shrubs and rarely herbs having about 50 genera and 450 species. The seed oils of different species of this family are well known for their pharmaceutical applications. The aim of our research work was to investigate the fatty acids composition and medicinal potential of the species from Tiliaceae family which so far have been unexplored. The seed oils of Corchorus tridens, Grewia tenax and Grewia villosa were extracted by soxhlet extraction technique. The crude oils comprising fatty acid were converted into methyl esters and their fatty acid profiles were studied by GC-MS. The current study revealed the presence of three unsaturated fatty acids, viz. oleic acid (9.67-30.00%), linoleic acid (37.40- 47.41%) and linolenic acid (3.25-5.46%) in all the three species. The gamma-linolenic acid (GLA-1.14%) was reported only in Grewia tenax. The presence of higher amount of unsaturated fatty acids and GLA made these seed oils a powerful tool of medicinal significance.
Use of Undoped and Carbon-Doped Calcium Molybdate for degradation of basic Fuchsin: A Green Chemical Route
Authors: Chawda H.S. , Bhatt J. , Rathore R. , Ameta S.C. , Ameta R.
Published: December 2022

Calcium molybdate (undoped and carbon-doped) has been used as photocatalyst for the degradation of basic fuchsin. Calcium molybdate is a ternary photocatalyst. The reaction was monitored spectrophotometrically. The effect of various operating parameters on rate of degradation was observed such as pH, concentration of dye, amount of semiconductor and light intensity. Optimum conditions were: pH = 9.0, concentration of basic fuchsin = 4.00 × 10−4 M, amount of CaMoO4 = 0.08 g and light intensity = 50.0 mWcm–2. A tentative mechanism for the photocatalytic degradation of basic fuchsin has been proposed which involves hydroxyl radicals as the oxidant. 2% C-doped was found to show better photocatalytic performance than undoped, 1 and 3% C-doped samples.
Art of anaerobic digestion: An overview
Authors: Guvvala Harsha , Maurya Nityanand Singh
Published: December 2022

Sustainable development, renewable energy, climate change and reduction of greenhouse gases emission are becoming of prime importance for the current world. These can be achieved by mitigating and by proper treatment of waste generated. Anaerobic digestion is one of such biological processes which can take care of sustainability factor by treating organic waste. This process occurs in the oxygen free environment where micro-organisms consume organic material and generate biogas. It promotes clean ambience by absorbing organic fraction of waste and also reduces the greenhouse gases (GHG) emission unlike the composting and landfill. The biogas released from this process can be used in heat and electricity generation. Produced sludge is rich in nitrogen(N), phosphorous(P) and potassium(K) and has natural fertilizer value. As a whole, this process generates zero-solid or liquid waste and promotes the circular economy by marketing the biogas and organic fertilizer. It is required to acquire the knowledge about the parameters affecting the anaerobic digestion process to understand the stability and status of the process. This review paper briefly describes the history, types of processes based on the total content of feed (wet and dry), different types of digesters, main parameters to control the stability of process and its advantages.
Spectrophotometric Determination of an Antidiabetic Drug Metformin by KMnO4 and Sulphanilic Acid Method
Authors: Makhijani Ritika , Sawant Nikita Mahadev , Jadhav Pradhanya Prakash , Murugan Mahalaxmi
Published: December 2022

For the determination of Metformin, two simple and sensitive spectrophotometric methods are developed. The first method A is indirect; after allowing the reaction between KMnO4 and drug, the excess amount of KMnO4 is determined spectrophotometrically. The excess of KMnO4 was made to react with a fixed amount of methyl orange dye and the absorbance is measured at 510nm. For this method, Beer’s law is obeyed in the concentration range of 0.5- 5 μg/ml. Molar absorptivity and Sandell’s sensitivity are found to be 0.12916 x 105 L mol-1cm-1 and 0.01 μg/cm2 respectively. The second method B is based on the principle of formation of orange color as a result of reaction between drug and diazotised sulfanilic acid. The resulting solution is estimated spectrophotometrically by taking absorbance at 510 nm. Conditions of the methods are optimized by studying all the parameters that affect the stability and colour of the complex. For this method, Beer’s law is obeyed in the concentration range 1.0 - 8.0 μg /ml. Molar absorptivity and Sandell’s sensitivity are found to be 0.2583 x 104 L mol-1cm-1 and 0.05 μg/cm2 respectively. The proposed methods are appropriate for determination of metformin in pharmaceutical formulations.
Amelioration of biomass character of basmati rice (Oryza sativa L.) by mitigating abiotic stress with green manure application and organic biostimulant treatment
Authors: Thomas Reji Kurien , Tiwari Garima , Bose Satyam Khagen
Published: December 2022

The present research was undertaken to explore the applicability of Oman's agricultural soil to rice cultivation. The response of the Basmati rice yield and the uptake of soil nutrients to various fertilization regimes was studied. Small-scale pot-based experiments were conducted using Oman's agricultural soil with a randomized block design with biostimulant seed treatment followed by different combinations of green manures such as alfalfa, broad beans and sesbania aculeate and control treatment without fertilizers. Rice yield decreased only in control pots, although favourable yield levels in all other treatments were retained. All organically treated plots demonstrated a greater absorption of added phosphorus control. The findings revealed that the effect of alfalfa on several parameters such as an improvement in grain yield, nutrient content, increased microbial biomass and soil enzymatic activity was more pronounced than that of broad beans and sesbania aculeate. This result can be due to higher organic matter growth and more generous supply and uptake of nutrient cations through the introduction of alfalfa. The research results suggest that green manure with low carbon to nitrogen ratio can improve nutrient availability, soil microbial biomass and therefore can be able to produce good yields in rice cultivation systems.
Spectrophotometric Method for determining Metribuzin Herbicide with Aniline in various Environmental and Agricultural Samples
Authors: Goswami Jyoti , Bhatt Chhaya , Sahu Ajay Kumar , Rai Manish Kumar , Yadaw Praveen Kumar
Published: December 2022

A new simple spectrophotometric method is developed for checking Metribuzin in environmental and agriculture sample. Metribuzin is specific triazolone herbicide that hinders photosynthesis. It is used to control turf grass on cultivated field, numerous broadleaf weeds and annual grasses in vegetable crops and fallow lands. The controlling depends on diazotization observed on coupling aniline with metribuzin herbicide and yellow colored product was measured at 480nm. Beer’s law is observed over the concentration ranges from 1μg-100μg mL-1 metribuzin with molar absorption of 1.4 ×104 L mol-1 cm-1. Metribuzin has a residence with a class of pesticides termed herbicide, which can be earth contaminated mixes and poisonous. The standard deviation and relative standard deviation are 0.001 and 0.34%. The molar absorptivity and Sandell's sensivity had been found to be 1.03 ×10-5 and 1.00×10-7 μg cm-2 separately. Metribuzin is a huge range bug spray utilized for foliar treatment of foods grown from the fruit soil, vegetable, sand water and business ornamentals. This method is free from interference and can be successfully applied for the determination of various agricultural and environmental samples.
Origin Invariant Molecular Orbital Decomposition of Optical Rotation
Authors: Balduf Ty , Caricato Marco
Published: December 2022

Optical rotation (OR) is a sensitive electronic property for which there are no clear structure-property relations. We proposed an approach to decompose the OR tensor in terms of one-electron transitions between occupied-virtual molecular orbital pairs, called the Sia method. This method allows to select the transitions with the largest magnitude that determine the overall value of the OR for a specific molecule, thus providing useful insights for characterization. However, the individual Sia values are origin-dependent even if the total OR is origin invariant. In this work, we explicitly identify the reason for the origin dependence of the Sia original formulations and we propose two ways to eliminate this spurious effect and define an origin invariant S ̃ia within the modified velocity gauge formalism. One approach is based on averaging the electric and magnetic-perturbed density Sia definitions (which have equal and opposite origin dependence that cancels out in the average), while the second approach is based on the equal distribution of the electronic response to an external field via Cholesky decomposition of the response matrix. Numerical results prove that the new Sia definitions are indeed origin invariant and they provide the same physical picture for the OR tensor decomposition. At the same time, we show that setting the origin of the coordinate system at the center of mass of the molecule also provides the same physical picture when using the original Sia formulation, which confirms that this is a robust approach for investigating structure-property relations in chiral molecules.
Evolving a conceptual framework and developing a new questionnaire for usability evaluation of blended learning programs in health professions education
Authors: Arora Anish , Rodriguez Charo , Carver Tamara , Rojas-Rozo Laura , Schuster Tibor
Published: December 2022

Background: Blended learning programs (BLPs) have been widely adopted across health professions education (HPE). To bolster their impact on learning outcomes, the usability of BLPs should be rigorously evaluated. However, there is a lack of reliable and validated tools to appraise this dimension of BLPs within HPE. The purpose of this investigation was to evolve a conceptual framework for usability evaluation in order to initially develop the Blended Learning Usability Evaluation – Questionnaire (BLUE-Q).
Methods: After the completion of a scoping review, we conducted a qualitative descriptive study with seven purposefully selected international experts in usability and learning program evaluation. Individual interviews were conducted via videoconferencing, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed through thematic analysis.
Results: Three themes were identified: (1) Consolidation of the multifaceted ISO definition of usability in BLPs within HPE; (2) Different facets of usability can assess different aspects of BLPs; (3) Quantitative and qualitative data are needed to assess the multifaceted nature of usability. The first theme adds nuance to a previously established HPE-focused usability framework, and introduces two new dimensions: ‘pedagogical usability’ and ‘learner motivation.’ The latter two provide guidance on structuring BLP evaluations within HPE. From this followed the development of the BLUE-Q, a new questionnaire that includes 55 Likert scale items and 6 open-ended questions.
Conclusions: Usability is an important dimension of BLPs and must be examined to improve the quality of these interventions in HPE. As such, we developed a new questionnaire, solidly grounded in theory and the expertise of international scholars, currently under validation.
Biological Synthesis and Characterisation of Silver Nanoparticles of Zingiber officinalis and Evaluation of its Biological Activity
Authors: Swapna B.  , Chandrasekhar K B  , Madhuri D.  , Sumathi G.
Published: December 2022

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) belongs to Zingiberaceae family is one of the famous spices all over the world. It is a perennial creeping plant with long leaves, yellow green flowers and thick tuberous rhizome. Silver nanoparticles’ potential uses in Green Chemistry have received attention. The current study focuses on the rapid biological production of silver nanoparticles using different plant materials and characterizations using UV-visible spectrophotometry, IR, SEM, and HPLC investigations. Within 15 minutes of adding sodium carbonate, an aqueous extract of dried Zingiber officinalis rhizome reduces silver nitrate. No further reduction and stabilizing chemicals are required for the entire process, showing a green synthesis. Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus use biosynthesized “Zinger-AgNps” as a competent antibacterial agent. Zinger-AgNps were evaluated as its catalytic capability to reduce the model pollutant methylene blue. Both of them are displayed 2, 2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl-specific free radical scavenging activity (DPPH). Silver biological material nanoparticles are created by utilizing less hazardous and nontoxic reduction agents, such as ascorbic acid and sodium citrate. The antioxidant and lipid peroxidation inhibition properties of ginger prevent peroxidative damage, indicating the benefits of ginger in the prevention of microbial food spoilage, free-radical-induced damage and rancidity. The sodium citrate aggregation for silver nanoparticles, firm surface contact, and synthesized silver nanoparticles are used to study antibacterial efficacy and antioxidant activity.
High Fat Diet and Low Dose Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Dyslipidaemia and Hepatic Damage in Rats
Authors: Viswanth Reddy S.  , Sudesh N Gaidhani  , Srikanth Ala  , Sanjaya Kumar Y R  , Sudhakar D.  , Subrahmanyam K.
Published: December 2022

The objective of the present study was to validate a rat model of diabetic dyslipidaemia along with hepatic damage by High fat diet and low dose streptozotocin combination that resembles the natural history of metabolic syndrome in humans. Male and Female Sprague Dawley rats were divided into 2 groups. One group of rats fed with high fat diet and other group was fed with normal pellet diet for a period of 2 weeks followed by streptozotocin administration on 15th day. Body weight of the animals was measured on day 0, 14 and 21, also post 1 week of the streptozotocin administration the blood glucose, serum lipid, liver, kidney markers and insulin levels were measured. The high fat diet fed animals had exhibited a significant increase in body weight post two weeks of HFD feeding, but the body weight was reduced post 1 week of streptozotocin intervention due to metabolic disruption caused by STZ. The HFD group animals exhibited significant increase in blood glucose, serum total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL, VLDL. Similarly, a significant decrease in HDL and serum insulin levels were observed as compared to the NPD fed animals. Further the HFD group animals had shown significant elevation of the liver function enzymes such as ALT and ALP levels as compared to the NPD fed animals. The present study confirms the experimental induction of diabetic dyslipidaemia along with hepatic damage which serves as an ideal model for metabolic syndrome along with hepatic cirrhosis which would useful for evaluating the therapeutic agents against type 2 diabetes, hyperlipidaemia and hepatic cirrhosis.
Vector integrals of the Euler, Poisson and Volterra-Zhukovsky equations
Authors: Оникийчук Валерий Николаевич , Оникийчук Игорь Валерьевич
Published: December 2022

Выведены динамические уравнения Эйлера для вращающегося твердого тела с неподвижной точкой в проекции на неподвижные (инерциальные) оси. Представлена полная система аналитических интегралов в форме векторного интеграла для динамического уравнения Эйлера с нулевой правой частью, а также для кинематических уравнений Пуассона и Вольтерра-Жуковского. Все названные интегралы не содержат эллиптических квадратур.

The dynamic Euler equations for a rotating rigid body with a fixed point in projection on fixed (inertial) axes are derived. A complete system of analytical integrals in the form of a vector integral for the dynamic Euler equation with the zero right side, as well as for the kinematic Poisson and Volterra-Zhukovsky equations is presented. All these integrals do not contain elliptic quadratures.
Projection constants of the space $l_\infty^{3m}$
Authors: Мартынов Олег Михайлович
Published: December 2022

В работе рассматриваются минимальные проекции пространства $l_\infty^{3m}$ на некоторые подпространства коразмерности $m$. Для них найдены относительные проекционные константы, а в случае минимальной проекции с единичной нормой найдено максимальное значение константы сильной единственности. Найденные проекционные константы могут найти применение в вычислительной математике, в частности, для оценки сходимости проекционных методов.

The paper considers minimal projections of the space $l_\infty^{3m}$ on some subspace of codimension $m$. Relative projection constants are found for them, and in the case of a minimal projection with a unit norm, the maximum value of the strong uniqueness constant is found. The projection constants found can be used in computational mathematics, in particular, to assess the convergence of projection methods for solving operator equations.
Sistem Informasi Studi Kelayakan Bisnis (SIKUBIS) Sebagai Pendukung Pembelajaran Pada Mata Kuliah Studi Kelayakan Bisnis
Authors: Mutiarni Rita , Mardiana Novita , Purwanto Nuri
Published: December 2022

Sebagai salah satu perguruan tinggi terkemuka di Jombang, STIE PGRI Dewantara Jombang berupaya memberikan pelayanan semaksimal maungkin kepada seluruh mahasiswa dengan berbagai kemampuan yang dimiliki termasuk bagi mahasiswa yang lambat belajar (slow learner). Guna mendukung upaya tersebut, maka dibuatlah suatu teknologi bantu pembelajaran yang mempermudah mahasiswa dalam pelaksanaan perkuliahan salah satunya adalah pada mata kuliah studi kelayakan bisnis. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk menciptakan teknologi bantu pembelajaran untuk mempermudah mahasiswa untuk menyerap materi perkuliahan studi kelayakan bisnis dengan sebuah aplikasi SIKUBIS. Kegiatan ini berlangsung selama kurang lebih lima bulan dari tahap persiapan hingga evaluasi akhir kegiatan. Kegiatan ini melibatkan tim penulis, PT Insan Cendekia Nusanatara sebagi pengembang profesional, 20 mahasiswa relawan dan konsultan teknologi Pendidikan. Dari hasil kegiatan diketahui bahwa respon yang diberikan mahasiwa setelah menggunakan SIKUBIS sangat baik dan meningkatkan pemahaman. Rencana tindak lanjut dari kegiatan ini adalah pengembangan program agar bisa diterapkan pada mata kuliah yang lain.
THE USE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FOR EMBROIDERY ENTREPRENEURS
Authors: Nusron Anis , Setiawan Margono , Noermijati Noermijati , Rofiaty Rofiaty
Published: December 2022

This study aims to examine the effect of entrepreneurial behavior and information technology on the performance of online entrepreneurs. This study uses a quantitative approach. The population in this study is embroidery business actors in Pasuruan Regency, East Java, who sell their products online. The sample in this study was 180 respondents. The data used was primary data which was processed using WarpPLS 6.0.

The results showed that perceived usefulness had no effect on company performance, but perceived ease of use and entrepreneurial behavior in online selling significantly affected company performance. Perceived usefulness had no effect on entrepreneurial behavior in online selling, while perceived ease of use significantly affected entrepreneurial behavior in online selling. Entrepreneurial behavior in online selling did not mediate the effect of perceived usefulness on performance. In contrast, entrepreneurial behavior in online selling partially mediated the effect of perceived ease of use on company performance.
NEW OUTLOOK FOR SHARIA COOPERATIVE PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT IN INDONESIA
Authors: Mutiarni Rita , Salim Ubud , Sukoharsono Eko Ganis , Rahayu Mintarti
Published: December 2022

Cooperatives are one of the supporters of the economy in Indonesia, but unfortunately, so far the development of cooperatives in Indonesia, especially sharia cooperatives, is still not good. This is based on a report issued by the office of cooperatives and micro, small and medium enterprises in Indonesia which states that the development of cooperatives in Indonesia is still slow. This can be seen from the financial statements of cooperatives which are used as indicators by the government to measure the performance of cooperatives, especially sharia cooperatives. This paper provides a new perspective to measure the performance of cooperatives, not only from financial indicators but also from non-financial indicators. This is because cooperatives are not purely business organizations to seek profit from their business activities, but also have a social mission for the stakeholders in the cooperative.

Keywords: new outlook, measurement, cooperative, sharia, non-financial indicator.
THE ROLE OF WORK COMPETENCE AND WORK DISCIPLINE ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE AT PT. ASTRA INTERNATIONAL TBK-TSO
Authors: Mardiani Novita
Published: December 2022

Study this aim to know the influence of competence work and discipline work on the performance of employee PT. ASTRA INTERNATIONAL TBK-TSO (Auto 2000) Jombang area . This study uses a quantitative approach. The population in the survey is the employee marketing section _ as many as 30 employees. Sample study using saturated sampling ( census ). Data used is the primary data obtained through a questionnaire. Analysis Tool is analysis multiple linear regression using SPSS. The results show that competent and disciplined work can increase the performance of employees at PT. Astra International Tbk -TSO Jombang region .
EFFECT OF THE NUMBER OF COMMISSIONERS AND PROPORTION OF INDEPENDENT COMMISSIONERS ON PUBLIC COMPANY PERFORMANCE
Authors: Masriani Ida , Setiawan Rahmat , Wibowo Wisnu
Published: December 2022

This study examines whether the size of the board of commissioners and the proportion of independent commissioners affect the company's financial performance. This study uses a quantitative method with econometric calculations. Data were obtained from 236 companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2015-2019. The data were analyzed using panel data regression using three variables: the dependent variable ( dependent ), the independent variable ( independent ), and moderating variable. This research uses MRA ( Moderated Regression Analysis ) analysis technique which will be processed using STATA. This study proves that the size of the board of commissioners and the proportion of independent commissioners positively affect the company's financial performance. The test also involves a moderating variable in the form of government ownership. It results that the government ownership variable has no significant effect on the relationship between commissioners and financial performance. The findings of this study contribute as recommendations to stakeholders involved in the management of the company, especially public companies
PERAN KETERAMPILAN KERJA DAN PENGALAMAN KERJA TERHADAP PRODUKTIVITAS KERJA KARYAWAN
Authors: Rohim Abdul , Irayanti Dewi
Published: December 2022

The purpose of this study was to explain the effect of the variable Work Skills and Work Experience on Work Productivity of Employees Assembling Infusion of PT. Jayamas Medica Industri Jombang. This study uses a quantitative approach with explanatory research methods which are carried out through data collection in the field. The population used is the Assembling Employees of the Infusion Section of PT. Jayamas Medica Industri Jombang, totaling 45 employees. The sampling technique used was the saturated sample technique. The data analysis method uses validity test, reliability test, classical assumption test, multiple linear regression analysis, hypothesis test through T test and coefficient of determination (R2) with the help of SPSS Version 21. Based on the results of the study, it showed that Job Skills was able to increase Work Productivity of Assembling Employees in the infusion section of PT. Jayamas Medica Industri Jombang. Work Experience is able to increase Work Productivity of Assembling Employees in the infusion section of PT.Jayamas Medica Industri Jombang.
KINERJA KARYAWAN MUSLIM DI KOTA BANDUNG: STUDI PERAN RELIGIUSITAS, KETERIKATAN, DAN KEPUASAN KERJA
Authors: Setiawan Setiawan , Danisworo Dimas Sumitra , Dewi Rani Putri Kusuma
Published: December 2022

Indonesia adalah negara muslim terbesar dan memiliki kesempatan untuk mengembangkan kualitas dan kuantitas sumber daya manusia yang ada. Sebagai tolak ukur dalam dunia kerja, sumber daya manusia dapat dilihat dari kinerjanya. Penelitian bertujuan untuk melihat pengaruh religiusitas, keterikatan kerja, dan kepuasan kerja terhadap kinerja karyawan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif. Objek penelitian ini adalah karyawan Muslim yang ada di Kota Bandung. Data yang digunakan adalah data primer yang diperoleh melalui kuesioner. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kinerja karyawan muslim di Kota Bandung secara langsung dipengaruhi oleh religiusitas dan keterikatan kerja. Sedangkan kepuasan tidak memengaruhi kinerja karyawan. Sedangkan secara tidak langsung, religiusitas berpengaruh terhadap kinerja dengan variabel pemediasinya adalah keterikatan kerja.
KINERJA KARYAWAN UMKM DI MASA PANDEMI COVID-19 : SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW (SLR)
Authors: Riza Rizqy Aqidatur , Mutiarni Rita
Published: December 2022

Virus covid-19 memaksa tiap industri, perkantoran, dan institusi untuk mulai adaptasi dalam kegiatannya, salah satunya adalah bekerja dari rumah. Hal ini berpengaruh terhadap kinerja karyawan perusahaan termasuk karyawan UMKM. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui sebaran jurnal yang membahas kinerja karyawan UMKM dimasa pandemic covid-19, untuk mengetahui kinerja karyawan UMKM dimasa pandemic covid-19 dan untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor apa saja yang mempengaruhi kinerja karyawan UMKM dimasa pandemic covid-19. Metode analisis yang digunakan adalah Sistematic Literature Review. Unit analis pada penelitian ini adalah tujuh artikel jurnal yang membahas tentang kinerja UMKM di masa pandemic Covid-19. Artikel yang dipilih melalui serangkaian kategori. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kinerja karyawan dimasa pandemi Covid-19 tetap baik terjadi pada penelitian di UMKM yang ada di Jakarta,Tangerang dan Aceh. Sedangkan kinerja karyawan dimasa pandemic covid-19 masuk kategori cukup terjadi pada penelitian di wilayah Kabupaten Pasuruan. Sedangkan hasil penelitian yang menunjukkan kinerja UMKM yang negative terjadi pada penelitian di wilayah Tegal.
PERAN ESTABLISHING COMMON GROUND SEBAGAI PENDEKATAN PENYELESAIAN NEGOTIATION IMPASSE
Authors: Pramudya Aria Dimas , Barkah Cecep Safa’atul , Jamil Achmawati Novel Nurillah
Published: December 2022

Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui peran membangun kesamaan sebagai pendekatan penyelesaian kebuntuan negosiasi. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian kepustakaan. Data yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah data sekunder berupa buku dan jurnal yang telah terpublikasi sebagai sumber utama penelitan ini. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa hal-hal yang dibutuhkan guna membangun kesamaan yaitu: 1) tujuan superordinat, 2) musuh bersama, 3) harapan bersama, 4) mengatur waktu dan tenggat waktu, 5) membangun pandangan lain dan membuat kerangka kerja integratif, dan 6) membangun kesamaan.
Akılcı olmayan ilaç kullanımı: Anlık optimize reçetelendirilemeyen, satılamayan ve kullanılmayan ziyan ilaçlar kaynaklı ekonomik kaybın büyüklüğü
Authors: YURDAKOŞ Kürşat , SARIHAN Mucize
Published: December 2022

Amaç: Bu araştırmada, evlerdeki ziyan ilaçların kullanılmama nedenleri ile adet, kutu ve toplam fiyat tutarlarının ne kadar olduğunun belirlenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Yöntem: Tanımlayıcı ve kesitsel tipteki araştırmanın evreni, Sivas İli Şeyh Şamil Mahallesindeki 5.648 hane’dir. Örneklem ise, alfa=0.05, güç=0.80 ve hata %5 koşulunda G*Power 3.1 programı kullanılarak 250 hane olarak belirlenmiştir. Verileri toplamada araştırmacılar tarafından oluşturulan “Ziyan İlaç Tespit Formu” kullanılmıştır. Gruplar arası karşılaştırmalarda Pearson Kikare testi uygulanmıştır. Bulgular: Ziyan ilaç olarak; 250 hanede, 179 farklı ilaç ismi altında, toplam 740 kutu ilaç tespit edilmiş olup, toplam adet sayısı 25.641 iken, fiyat tutarı 23.949 TL (3.274$)’dir. Faydası olmadığı düşüncesiyle kullanılmayanlar (%66.5) 16.629 adet ve 15.044 TL (2.056 $) olup, kadınların bu düşünceyle kullanmama oranları erkeklere göre daha yüksektir (p<0.05). Antihipertansifler (%18.5) 7.033 adet ve 5.461TL (746$); antitrombotikler (%6.2) 2.056 adet ve 3.184 TL (435$); antienflamatuar/analjezikler (%20.1) 3.181 adet ve 1.915 TL (262$) tutarındadır. Sonuç: Sonuç olarak, evlerdeki ziyan ilaçların miktar ve fiyatının yüksek olduğu ortaya konmuştur. Bu bağlamda, ilaçların eczanelerden kutu yerine adet olarak satışı üzerine politikalar geliştirilebilir. Ayrıca, Sağlık Bakanlığınca, evlerde bekletilen ilaçların tedavilere yönelik tekrar kullanımları sağlanabilir.
CALEB UNIVERSITY ENERGY QUEST: A STUDY OF MICRO ELECTRIC POWER AS AN ALTERNATIVE SOURCE
Authors:   Caleb University, Imota Lagos, Ogunyemi Olaoye Gabriel , Alagbe Oluwole ,   Caleb University, Imota Lagos, Tony Iweka ,   Caleb University, Imota Lagos, Chukwuka Obianuju Patience ,   Caleb University, Imota Lagos, Ajayi Toyin Olanrewaju ,   Caleb University, Imota Lagos, Oladipo Yetunde Omodele
Published: December 2022

As energy becomes the currency of survival in business, industry, and society, energy alternatives are becoming increasingly popular. University been in a high demand for constant source of power cannot ignore the need of constant and reliable sources of power. Caleb University is faced with the need for an alternative power source hence the need for consideration of a micro electric alternative. Hydroelectricity exists as one option to meet the growing demand for energy and is discussed in this paper. This is an exploratory research using observation and physical survey of the potential alternatives. Numerous consideration factors exist when building hydropower plants; whether the concerns are global or local, each has been considered while discussing this renewable energy source. The authors have used personal experiences from field assessments of micro and macro hydroelectric execution of projects and economic costs of constructing such plants in proposing a micro hydropower generating capabilities in the university. This paper is an exploratory research using intensive observation, and interview. The paper concludes the viability of this project based on potentials available in its Imota locality and recommend the alternative for the University community on the need for exploring it as viable to power the institution energy needs.
POST-CONSOLIDATION MACROECONOMIC VOLATILITY AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF DEPOSIT MONEY BANKS IN NIGERIA (2006 – 2020)
Authors:   Department of Accounting, Finance & Taxation Caleb University Lagos, Nwidobie Dakara Claudia , Akinrinola Olalekan ,   Department of Accounting, Finance & Taxation Caleb University Lagos, Nwidobie Barine Michael ,   Department of Accounting, Finance & Taxation Caleb University Lagos
Published: December 2022

This study aims to examine the effect of volatility of macroeconomic variables on the financial performance of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria. Secondary annual time series data from 2006 to 2020 on variables for this study were obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria Statistical Bulletin 2021. A GARCH model analysis of annual time-series data on liquidity ratio, foreign exchange rate, interest rate, Real GDP, monetary policy rate, credit reserve ratio, inflation rate and aggregate bank profit as a measure of banks’ profitability from 2006 to 2020 was undertaken. The empirical findings showed that there exists volatility in these variables with LIQR, INTR, MPR, EXCR, and RGDP positively affecting banks’ financial performance; while INFL and CRR negatively affect banks’ profitability within the period under consideration. The study recommends that monetary policies should be introduced by Central Bank of Nigeria towards increasing MPR, RGDP and reduce CRR, INFL to stimulate the financial performance of deposit money banks and the general stability of the financial system in Nigeria
THE EVALUATION OF DRONE AND INTELLIGENCE LED POLICING TECHNOLOGIES IN COMBATING CRIMES IN NIGERIA AND SOUTH AFRICA
Authors:   Department of Criminology and Security Studies  Caleb University Imota, Lagos, Nigeria, Ezeji Chiji Longinus , Mahlangu B. Simon ,   Section Head Air Wing Operational Response Service South Africa Police Services.
Published: December 2022

This paper focuses on the application of drones and intelligence-led policing technologies in combating crime in South Africa and Nigeria The qualitative methodology was used adopting focus group technique for data collection. Findings reveals that most countries have set specific rules for drone flights and few restrictions are imposed on their weight carrying capacity, drones pose novel and difficult problems for law enforcement, drones have been put to a host of nefarious uses, from smuggling contraband into prisons, criminals used drones to supply illegal products, illicit drugs, contraband goods, criminals use drone for illegal surveillances, drones are used by law enforcement agents for surveillance and raiding, drones are used to carry out surveillance and crime investigations, drones can be flown remotely by an operator far away from the crime scene and in some jurisdictions the use of drones are lightly regulated by legislation, consequently local and state authorities are restricted from intercepting drones in flight, potentially even when a crime is in progress. There is need for improvements of drone technology to enable its applications by the criminal justice and law enforcement for resolving crime problems, intelligence led policing strategies should be adopted in consonance with drone technology for swift justice in Nigeria and South Africa, need for government of both countries to regulate drone technology, need to upgrade current legislation regulating the application of drones in both countries.
GENERAL ANALYTICAL SOLUTION OF AN ELASTIC BEAM UNDER VARYING LOADS WITH VALIDATION
Authors: Channa Hafeezullah
Published: December 2022

In this paper, we take into account the system of differential equations with boundary conditions of a fixed elastic beam model (EBM). Instead of finding a solution of EBM for a particularly specified load, which is the usual practice, we derive the general analytical solution of the model using techniques of integrations. The proposed general analytical solutions are not load-specific but can be used for any load without having to integrate successively again and again. We have considered load in a general polynomial form and obtained a general analytical solution for the deflection and slope parameters of EBM. Direct solutions have been determined under two types of loads: uniformly distributed load and linearly varying load. The formulation derived has been validated on the known cases of uniformly distributed load as appears frequently in the literature.
Application of Islamic Spiritual Intelligence as a MSME Strategy in Post-Pandemic
Authors: Saputra Arief Dwi , Rahmatia Alfina , Azhar Andi
Published: December 2022

Islamic spirituality refers to the monotheistic paradigm in creating a harmonious balance between aspects of the world and the hereafter. The purpose of this study is to investigate how Islamic spiritual intelligence is applied as a strategy for entrepreneurship in facing the post-pandemic. The method in this study used a qualitative research strategy with a sample of 128 respondents. The root of the problem is reviewed from the literature review and strengthened by collecting data obtained from the in-depth interview process, then the data is processed using the Nvivo 12 application with coding similarity analysis then the results of the study are used as a reference and conclusions through the data obtained. The findings in this study found that there are seven elements of spiritual intelligence from an Islamic perspective, namely faith, piety, morality, shiddîq (honest), amânah (responsible), tablîgh (conveying), fathânah (intelligent), discipline, visionary, and empathy. In which, a review of the total percentage of 100% has the potential for Islamic entrepreneurship in achieving business sustainability in the ability of business actors to manage their business, through attitudes and decision making that rely on elements of Islamic spirituality intelligence.
Does The Component of Islamic Financial Literacy Affect on MSMEs Decision in Islamic Banking Financing : Creative Economy Investigate
Authors: Habriyanto  , Trianto Budi , Azman Nik Hadiyan Nik , Busriadi  , Muchtar Evan Hamzah , Barus Elida Elfi
Published: December 2022

This study aims to determine what factors influence MSMEs in the creative economy sector in deciding to Islamic Banking financing in Indonesia. We investigated the role of Islamic financial awareness, Islamic financial knowledge and Islamic financial skills. We also examine whether the decision to Islamic Banking financing has an impact on business performance. By using a path analysis approach, the results of this study show that Islamic financial awareness and Islamic financial skills has a positive relationship on decision to financing in Islamic banking. Meanwhile, the decision to financing in Islamic banking has a positive effect on the business performance, but insignificant. Other results show that Islamic financial skills have a positive and significant impact on MSME business performance. The results of this study imply that business actors in the creative economy sector must be given an understanding of Islamic financial skill and Islamic financial awareness. On the other hand, Islamic banking must expand financing in the creative economy sector through a more competitive financing scheme so that it can be easily accessed by MSMEs. The expansion of access to Islamic financing for MSMEs is expected to accelerate the inclusion of Islamic finance in Indonesia.
DSN - MUI Fatwa Number 26 of 2013 and Purchase Decision of The Muslimah Generation Y and Z Against Halal Cosmetic Products
Authors: Jaenudin Jaenudin , Susilawati Cucu , Sari Rosi Hasna , Sonjaya Adang
Published: December 2022

This study aims to determine the implementation of the DSN MUI fatwa Number 26 of 2013 and how it affects the purchase decision of Generation Muslimah Y and Z in choosing and buying cosmetic products—using qualitative methods with triangulation techniques, namely using various data collection methods consisting of observations, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation studies. The results show that the critical point of halal in cosmetics consists of the composition of the ingredients used and the resistance of cosmetics to water. Among the Muslim generations Y and Z, some already know, and some do not know the halal standards of cosmetics. However, according to Generations Y and Z, cosmetic halal standards in DSN – MUI Fatwa Number 26 of 2013 can affect their purchase decision on halal cosmetic products. Compared to prices, trends and brands, halal certification is still the main reason for purchasing halal cosmetics by the Muslimah Generation Y and Z. In conclusion, DSN Fatwa – MUI Number 26 of 2013 applies effectively to The Muslimah Generation Y and Z as a consideration in choosing and buying halal cosmetics
A Framework for Ranking Critical Success Factors of Business Intelligence Based on Enterprise Architecture and Maturity Model
Authors: Farshadi Ramina , Nazemi Eslam , Abdolvand Neda
Published: December 2022

Aim/Purpose: The aim of this study is to identify Critical Success Factors (CSF) of Business Intelligence (BI) and provide a framework to classify CSF into layers or perspectives using an enterprise architecture approach, then rank CSF within each perspective and evaluate the importance of each perspective at different BI maturity levels as well.

Background: Although the implementation of the BI project has a significant impact on creating analytical and competitive capabilities, the lack of evaluation of CSF holistically is still a challenge. Moreover, the BI maturity level of the organization has not been considered in the BI implementation project. Identifying BI critical success factors and their importance can help the project team to move to a higher maturity level in the organization.

Methodology: First, a list of distinct CSF is identified through a literature review. Second, a framework is provided for categorizing these CSF using enterprise architecture. Interviewing is the research method used to evaluate the importance of CSF and framework layers with two questionnaires among experts. The first questionnaire was done by Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP), a quantitative method of decision-making to calculate the weight of the CSF according to the importance of CSF in each of the framework layers. The second one was conducted to evaluate framework layers at different BI maturity levels using a Likert scale.

Contribution: This paper contributes to the implementation of BI projects by identifying a comprehensive list of CSF in the form of a holistic multi-layered framework and ranking the importance of CSF and layers at BI maturity levels.

Findings: The most important CSF in BI implementation projects include senior management support, process identification, data quality, analytics quality, hardware quality, security standards, scope management, documentation, project team skills, and customer needs transformation, which received the highest scores in framework layers. In addition, it was observed that as the organization moves to higher levels of maturity, the average importance of strategic business and security perspectives or layers increases. But the average importance of data, applications, infrastructure, and network, the project management layers in the proposed framework is the same regardless of the level of business intelligence maturity.

Recommendations for Practitioners: The results of this paper can be used by academicians and practitioners to improve BI project implementation through understanding a comprehensive list of CSF and their importance. This awareness causes us to focus on the most important CSF and have better planning to reach higher levels of maturity according to the maturity level of the organization.

Future Research: For future research, the interaction of critical success factors of business intelligence and framework layers can be examined with different methods.
La cultura de la investigación en la sociedad de la información y la sociedad del conocimiento. Una herramienta para promover la actividad investigativa en estudiantes universitarios.
Authors: Hernández Díaz Rebeca
Published: December 2022

El presente proyecto busca el desarrollo de estrategias para generar una cultura investigativa en los estudiantes universitarios, a través de las herramientas que brinda la sociedad del conocimiento y la sociedad de la información; así, favorecer con ello la formación de recursos humanos que satisfagan las necesidades de las sociedades. La implementación de una estrategia que promueva la cultura de la investigación en estudiantes universitarios debe enfocar sus objetivos en orientar a la sociedad hacia un desarrollo constante en el que el sistema educativo de respuesta a las exigencias y necesidades que la sociedad demanda.