bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Non-Destructive Tests on Carpentry Steels
Authors: Formisano Antonio , Dessì Enzo Jr. , Chiumiento Giovanni
Published: November 2019

Background:

Industrial archaeology represents a modern branch of urbanism and architecture that studies, applying an interdisciplinary method, all the evidence inherent the process of industrialization from its origins to the actuality.

Aim:

Looking at the cities of our epoch, more and more are the testimonies of these historical artefacts, which in fact represent our cultural identity and are often intended to be recovered and converted into modern destinations of use.

Methods:

If the identification of constructive schemes is based on direct essays and surveys, the definition of material properties requires material testing and investigation. For metal structures, the standards involve destructive investigations only, with a sampling of specimens, which often conflict with the protection requirements of the artefact. This leads to the need to refine and make reliable non-destructive investigations using the Leeb method, by means of portable micro-durometers, for in-situ characterization of carpentry steels, so to suggest new regulatory guidelines for existing structures surveys.

Results:

In the paper, the classification of carpentry steels based on non-destructive hardness test was illustrated and discussed. Firstly, for the evaluation of the resistance class of a structural steel, it was recorded that the execution of tests required a careful cleaning of the surface of samples.

Subsequently, analyzing the data obtained from the experimentation, it was clear that the best methodology of data conversion from micro-hardness (Leeb method) tests for the determination of the steel class was given by tables and formulations of the ASTM standard. In the case of a few values to be converted, the most effective method was the manual use of the tables, with an average error of 0.10%.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, it should be remarked that differently from the reinforced concrete structures, where the non-destructive tests are allowed by the current Italian technical code on, for metallic structures only, destructive tests are permitted, so that the use of non-destructive ones should be encouraged, especially when interventions on cultural heritage constructions are of concern.
Oral Modified Drug Release Solid Dosage Form with Special Reference to Design; An Overview
Authors: Murugesan Senthilkumar , Gowramma Byran , Lakshmanan Kaviarasan , Reddy Karri Veera Venkata Satyanarayana , Radhakrishnan Arun
Published: November 2019

Oral drug delivery is the most widely utilized route of administration among all the routes
that have been explored for systemic delivery of drugs via pharmaceutical products of different dosage
form and this oral route provides maximum active surface area among all drug delivery system
for administration of various drugs. The attractiveness of these dosage forms is due to awareness of
toxicity and ineffectiveness of drugs when administered by oral conventional method in the form of
tablets and capsules. Usually, conventional dosage form produces wide range of fluctuation in drug
concentration in the bloodstream and tissues with consequent undesirable toxicity and poor efficiency.
The maintenance of concentration of drug in plasma within therapeutic index is very critical for
effective treatment. These factors as well as factors such as repetitive dosing and unpredictable absorption
lead to the concept of oral modified drug delivery systems like Sustained release, prolonged
release, modified release, extended release. These formulations are used to identify drug delivery
systems that are designed to achieve or extend therapeutic effect by continuously releasing medication
over an extended period of time after administration of a single dose. This review describes the
basic information regarding modified release dosage form like designed to release their medication
in controlled manner, criteria for selecting modified release dosage form and factors influencing the
dosage and release pattern.
Gimme My Damn Data (and Let Patients Help!): The #GimmeMyDamnData Manifesto
Authors: deBronkart Dave , Eysenbach Gunther
Published: November 2019

Ten years ago, in 2009, “e-Patient Dave” deBronkart delivered an influential keynote speech at the Medicine 2.0 conference in Toronto, organized by the Journal of Medical Internet Research’s (JMIR’s) editor-in-chief Gunther Eysenbach, who themed the conference around the topics of participation, openness, collaboration, apomediation, and social networking to improve health care for the 21st century—with patient participation being a major component. Many see this as a defining event within the participatory medicine movement, perhaps the beginning of a social movement, similar to the women’s rights movement, with the title of Dave’s keynote “Gimme my damn data” becoming a rallying cry and hashtag for patients demanding more access to their electronic health records. On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of JMIR (and 10 years after the keynote), we are celebrating the impact of the keynote for the participatory medicine movement and #gimmemydamndata (also #GMDD) by publishing the transcript of these initial conversations as a manifesto of patients’ rights to access their data and their right to save their lives.
An Individual Cognitive Stimulation Therapy App for People With Dementia: Development and Usability Study of Thinkability (Preprint)
Authors: Rai Harleen Kaur , Schneider Justine , Orrell Martin
Published: November 2019

BACKGROUND

There is a lack of technological resources for the mental stimulation and communication of people with dementia, which can be helpful in improving cognition and quality of life. Paper-based individual cognitive stimulation therapy (iCST) for people with dementia has the potential to be adapted to a touchscreen format. This can improve accessibility and provide mental stimulation using interactive features. There is a need for a rigorous and systematic approach toward development, leading to improved suitability and implementation of the intervention, so that more people can benefit from its use.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to develop and investigate the usability of Thinkability, an iCST app that can be used by people with dementia and carers on touchscreen tablets.

METHODS

The Medical Research Council framework for evaluating complex interventions and the Centre for eHealth Research roadmap served as frameworks for the stages of intervention and technology development. The development of the iCST app itself adopted an agile approach with elements from action research. Hence, it was developed in 3 successive sprints and was evaluated by relevant stakeholders at each sprint. Sprint 1 included 2 patient and public involvement (PPI) consultation meetings, sprint 2 included 1 PPI consultation meeting, and 4 focus groups and 10 individual interviews were organized in sprint 3. A feasibility trial is currently underway.

RESULTS

The findings from each sprint were used to inform the development. Sprint 1 helped to identify the relevant evidence base and explored the attitudes of people with dementia and carers toward a potential iCST app. In sprint 2, an initial prototype was evaluated in a small PPI consultation meeting. In sprint 3, feedback was gathered through a qualitative study on the quality and perceived effectiveness of the iCST app. It was well received by people with dementia and carers. A need for more updated and personalized content was highlighted.

CONCLUSIONS

This study proves that an agile approach toward technology development involving all relevant stakeholders is effective in creating suitable technology. Adding to our previous knowledge of noncomputerized cognitive stimulation therapy, the release of the iCST app will make this psychosocial intervention accessible to more users worldwide.
Applicability of an Automated Model and Parameter Selection in the Prediction of Screening-Level PTSD in Danish Soldiers Following Deployment: Development Study of Transferable Predictive Models Using Automated Machine Learning (Preprint)
Authors: Karstoft Karen-Inge , Tsamardinos Ioannis , Eskelund Kasper , Andersen Søren Bo , Nissen Lars Ravnborg
Published: November 2019

BACKGROUND

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a relatively common consequence of deployment to war zones. Early postdeployment screening with the aim of identifying those at risk for PTSD in the years following deployment will help deliver interventions to those in need but have so far proved unsuccessful.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to test the applicability of automated model selection and the ability of automated machine learning prediction models to transfer across cohorts and predict screening-level PTSD 2.5 years and 6.5 years after deployment.

METHODS

Automated machine learning was applied to data routinely collected 6-8 months after return from deployment from 3 different cohorts of Danish soldiers deployed to Afghanistan in 2009 (cohort 1, N=287 or N=261 depending on the timing of the outcome assessment), 2010 (cohort 2, N=352), and 2013 (cohort 3, N=232).

RESULTS

Models transferred well between cohorts. For screening-level PTSD 2.5 and 6.5 years after deployment, random forest models provided the highest accuracy as measured by area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC): 2.5 years, AUC=0.77, 95% CI 0.71-0.83; 6.5 years, AUC=0.78, 95% CI 0.73-0.83. Linear models performed equally well. Military rank, hyperarousal symptoms, and total level of PTSD symptoms were highly predictive.

CONCLUSIONS

Automated machine learning provided validated models that can be readily implemented in future deployment cohorts in the Danish Defense with the aim of targeting postdeployment support interventions to those at highest risk for developing PTSD, provided the cohorts are deployed on similar missions.
Electron-Beam Domain Patterning on the Nonpolar Surfaces of LiNbO3 Crystals and in Optical Waveguides Formed on the Nonpolar Surfaces
Authors: Gainutdinov Radmir V. , Bodnarchuk Yadviga V. , Lavrov Sergey D.
Published: November 2019

In this review our recent results on the electron-beam domain writing (EBDW) on the nonpolar surfaces of LiNbO3 crystals of different compositions are presented. The obtained results permitted us to relate the main characteristics of domain formation (the domain sizes and velocity Vf of the frontal motion) to the irradiation conditions (the accelerating voltage U of scanning electron microscopy, EB-current I, the inserted charge Q). The domain depth Td is controlled by U via the electron penetration depth; the domain length Ld increases linearly with Q owing to the domain frontal growth by the viscous friction law. In optical waveguides, the matching of the Td value with the waveguide thickness D provides optimal values of the waveguide conversion to the second harmonic
Atomically-Thin CdSe and CdTe Colloidal Nanosheets: Growth, Crystal Structure, and Optical Properties
Authors: Kurtina Daria A. , Garshev Alexey V. , Kozina Larisa D. , Vasiliev Roman B.
Published: November 2019

The article describes the main features of a new class of colloidal nanoparticles with the electronic structure of semiconductor quantum wells – atomically-thin cadmium selinide CdSe and cadmium telluride CdTe nanosheets with a thickness of 1-2 nm and extended lateral sizes in the range of 100–700 nm. Approaches to the synthesis of such nanostructures by wet chemical methods are considered. A new effect of spontaneous folding induced by ligand exchange has been described.
Nanocomposites of Cellulose with Up-Conversion Phosphors for Photonics: Synthesis, Structure, Optical Properties
Authors: Fedorov Pavel P. , Luginina Anna A. , Kuznetsov Sergey V.
Published: November 2019

The luminescent hydrophobic composite films based on nanocellulose matrix with up-conversion SrF2 :Ho or CaF2 :Ho particles have been synthesized and studied by X-ray diffraction, electron microscopy and optical spectroscopy techniques. The size distributions of cellulose nanoparticles in homogeneous aqueous dispersions of cellulose nanocrystals (CNC), cellulose nanofibrils (CNF) and TEMPO-oxidized nanocellulose (TOCN) were determined. Flexible, durable, translucent composite films were obtained by molding from the said CNC/CNF or TOCN suspensions and up-conversion particles. Optical transmission, spectral-luminescent properties, surface morphology, degree of polymerization, structure and crystallinity index of nanocellulose, surface hydrophobization conditions of the said CNC/CNF or TOCN composite films have been determined. The manufactured up-conversion hydrophobic composite films can be utilized as potential photonics materials (in particular, materials for the visualization of near-infrared laser radiation), as luminescent labels, luminescent detectors, etc.
Perceived uniqueness: Locus of control, social exclusion, and choice
Authors: Liang Shichang , Chang Yaping , Dong XueBing , Wang Jinshan
Published: November 2019

We examined the influence of locus of control on the relationship between social exclusion and preference for distinctive choices. Participants were 212 undergraduate students at a university in Central China, who completed measures of social exclusion, locus of control, choice, and
perceived uniqueness. Results showed that participants who believed that the environment controlled their fate (external locus of control) preferred more distinctive choices in a social exclusion context than in a social inclusion context, whereas participants who believed that they could
control the environment (internal locus of control) preferred less distinctive choices. Further, perceived uniqueness mediated the effect of social exclusion and locus of control on choice. These results add to the literature on social exclusion and personal control.
The association of shyness with individuals' online and offline altruistic behavior
Authors: Zhou Chao , Li Hong , Bian Yulong
Published: November 2019

We explored the association between online and subsequent offline altruistic behavior in shy and not-shy individuals, using a 2 (priming condition: online altruism vs. control) × 2 (shyness level: shy vs. not shy) between-subjects design with 108 Chinese university students. We
designed 6 online situations to prime altruism and a volunteer situation to assess subsequent offline altruism. Results were as follows: (a) engaging in online altruistic behavior was significantly associated with subsequently undertaking altruistic behavior offline; (b) shyness was not significantly
associated with online altruism, but was significantly associated with subsequent altruistic behavior offline; and (c) shyness level moderated the association between online altruism and subsequent offline altruism. Engaging in online altruistic behavior had a stronger association with subsequent
offline altruism among shy (vs. not-shy) participants. These findings clarify the relationship between online and offline altruistic behavior, and may help shy people overcome behavior inhibition in offline altruism contexts.
Ego depletion and self-control: The moderating role of public service motivation
Authors: Sun Xiaoling , Wu Mingzheng , Chen Qian
Published: November 2019

The importance of self-control failure and employee outcomes in public sector organizations in China is increasing. In this study, drawing on ego depletion theory and public service motivation (PSM) literature, we proposed that PSM would serve as a buffer against the detrimental effect
of ego depletion on self-control. We used an experimental design to manipulate ego depletion with 95 Chinese public servant participants. Results showed that self-persuasion intervention can increase state PSM, and this contributes to higher self-control performance after an act of self-control.
Results also indicated that higher trait PSM significantly correlates with higher self-control performance after ego depletion. Implications for cultivating PSM of employees in public sector organizations in China are discussed.
Effect of program type and reward timing on customer loyalty: The role of the sunk cost effect
Authors: Lee Seung Min , Kim Sang Yong , Kim Dong Young
Published: November 2019

We examined the effect on customer loyalty of the type of loyalty program (paid vs. free) and timing of rewards (immediate vs. delayed). To test the research objectives we recruited 142 Korean college students and used a 2 × 2 full-factorial, randomized experimental design. Results
suggested that the membership fee in paid loyalty programs acted as a sunk cost, which, compared to free loyalty programs, led to greater loyalty to the provider. An immediate (vs. delayed) reward was generally preferred; however, owing to the sunk cost effect, this depended to some extent
on the type of loyalty program. In a paid loyalty program, immediate rewards were effective in increasing customer loyalty, whereas customers in free loyalty programs focused more on receiving the reward regardless of its timing. Our findings contribute to the literature by providing useful
information for the design of an effective loyalty program scheme.
Perceived corporate social responsibility affects airline passengers' service evaluation and loyalty
Authors: Han Heesup , Linda Lho Heejung , Lee Hyerin
Published: November 2019

We explored the role of passengers' perception of airline corporate social responsibility in the generation of customer loyalty by considering the mediating effects of cognitive and affective evaluations and the moderating effect of gender. Participants were 310 randomly chosen people
who had been airline passengers within the past 12 months, and they completed an online survey. Results of structural equation modeling revealed that passengers' perception of airline corporate social responsibility contributed significantly to eliciting positive cognitive and affective evaluations
and to enhancing passenger loyalty. Further, cognitive and affective factors significantly mediated the impact of airline corporate social responsibility on loyalty, and the results of a metric invariance test showed that gender moderated the association between airline corporate social responsibility
and affective evaluation. Our findings will help airline practitioners develop effective strategies to improve passenger loyalty.
Impact of social media influencers' endorsement on application adoption: A trust transfer perspective
Authors: Hu Haihua , Zhang Dandan , Wang Chengjun
Published: November 2019

Social media influencers have become an important marketing tool for providers of computer applications (apps). We investigated from a trust transfer perspective how the endorsement of a social media influencer (SMI) can improve consumers' app adoption intention, within the framework
of the technology acceptance model. Using structural equation modeling, we demonstrated that consumers' trust in an SMI had a direct influence on their trust in an app. Moreover, the endorsement of an SMI increased consumers' trust in the app through the perceived usefulness (but not the ease
of use) of the app. Our results also showed that structural assurance, download volume, and online ratings were positively correlated with consumers' trust in the app. Theoretical contributions and managerial implications are discussed.
Tourists' socially responsible consumption: Concept and scale development
Authors: Xu Hong , You Xixi , Liu Yuqing
Published: November 2019

Tourism consumption has been steadily increasing in China, as has its impact on society, the economy, and the environment; thus, it is necessary to promote socially responsible consumption among tourists. Our primary objective was to develop a scale to measure tourists' socially responsible
consumption intention in China. We identified 5 dimensions that we labeled as safeguarding rights and interests, moderating consumption, promotion of local residents' income, respecting local cultures, and conserving resources. Our scale has the same basic principles as more general socially
responsible consumption: maximizing the positive impacts of tourism on the environment, economy, and society, and minimizing the negative impacts. The scale was designed mainly for use at the tourism destination, which is an unfamiliar environment for the tourist. Implications of the findings
and suggestions for future research are discussed.
VOCABULARY ACQUISITION FOR YOUNG LEARNERS THROUGH SONGS
Authors: Hermida Rita
Published: November 2019

Teaching English for Young Learner has been broadly discussed in many academic writings. Young learner is closely regarded to have a massive memory which can be potentially filled by any information. This potential age makes linguist attract to know more about how a language can be absorbed by children. Many theories are then occurred which are mostly stated that even a foreign vocabulary is possible to be learnt by the children. However, different place may give a different result. By this point, here, the writer was interested in identifying further information how the vocabulary acquisition in young learners. The place taken in this study was one of kindergarten in Banda Aceh which had nine classes, and each class consisted of 20 children. The choice was referred to the some conditions which made the researcher interested, namely, most of the students were not from local area where most people spoke Acehness language; and most of the students had not ever been aboard nor stayed in a country where English was speoken. The result shows that most of teacher used song to introduce the foreign vocabulary to the children. The children would sing the song and dance together by acting out what the lyrics if the song stated. The atmosphere of the classroom was encouraging.
Perlindungan Hukum Bagi Tenaga Kerja Perempun Sebagai SPG (Sales Promotion Girls), Studi Pada Perusahaan Depstore Kota Banda Aceh
Authors: Khairani Khairani , Safarni Lisna
Published: November 2019

Humans are social creatures who cannot live alone and need help from others, therefore humans are required to help each other and cooperate with each other. In terms of hiring other people, Islam through the concept of ijarah law expressly regulates the obligation to provide legal protection to workers. Women especially as SPG (Sales Promotion Girls) in one of the big retail companies in the city of Banda Aceh. The results of this study indicate that the legal protection of labor is reviewed in several aspects, namely the form and work system, wage systems, breaks and leave of these aspects, there are several problems, namely, the obligation of employees to always stand up, if a loss occurs, it is borne by the employee, if sick is not treated, work time is not in accordance with the contract, the salary provided is not in accordance with the quality of work, salary deductions are unclear and without the knowledge of the employee and the company's neglect of the prayer schedule of the employees Dalam praktiknya terdapat banyak pertentangan dan ketidak sesuaian perlindungan hukum terhadap pekerja perempuan khususnya jika ditinjau menurut prinsip-prinsip hukum Islam khususnya dalam konsep Ijarah dalam Fikih Muamalah, ketidaksesuaian itu terdapat dalam beberapa aspek yaitu: kewajiban karyawan untuk selalu berdiri, jikalau terjadi kehilangan maka ditanggung oleh pihak karyawan, kalau sakit tidak diizinkan untuk pulang, waktu kerja tidak sesuai dengan kontrak, gaji yang diberikan tidak sesuai dengan kualitas kerja, pemotongan gaji tanpa sepengetahuan karyawan dan pengabaian perusahaan terhadap jadwal shalat para karyawan. Saran kepada perusahaan retail adalah untuk selalu memenuhi hak pekerja, dan kepada pekerja untuk memenuhi kewajibannya.
MENYOAL REKONTRUKSI MAQASHID DALAM PEMBAHARUAN HUKUM KEWARISAN ISLAM
Authors: Muhammad Daud Zakiul Fuady , Azahari Raihanah Bt
Published: November 2019

Sekarang ini, banyak pergeseran nilai terjadi dan pada akhirnya akan berpengaruh terhadap syariah termasuk hukum kewarisan Islam. Hal ini yang mendorong para pemikir Islam untuk melakukan rekonstruksi agar hukum Islam shalih likulli zaman wa makan dapat dirasakan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menjelaskan bagaimana kedudukan maqashid yang digunakan dalam merekonstruksi hukum Islam di bidang kewarisan dan bagaimana posisi maqashid pada beberapa masalah dalam kewarisan Islam. Penelitian ini merupakan kajian kepustakaan dengan menggunakan content analysis dalam menganalisis data. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa maqashid yang terdapat dalam rekonstruksi hukum kewarisan Islam terutama dalam pembagian laki-laki dan perempuan adalah untuk mencapai keadilan yang merata, sementara pada pemberian wasiat wajibah kepada ahli waris non muslim dalam rangka memelihara keturunan. Sedangkan maqashid yang dikehendaki oleh Islam sendiri terhadap kedua persoalan tersebut adalah keadilan berimbang dan memelihara agama. Oleh karena itu, perlunya pengkajian ulang terhadap rekonstruksi suatu hukum agar tidak mencederai ketentuan syariah itu sendiri.
AMPLIFIKASI PROFESI GURU DALAM PROSES PENDIDIKAN TRANSFORMATIF PERSPEKTIF AL-GHAZALI
Authors: Mundiri Akmal , Bariroh Afidatul
Published: November 2019

The era of globalization provides a great change to the world order as a whole. The change is faced together as a natural change because under no circumstances will change occur. Free market globalization at the local, regional and international levels will create uncertain changes. To face globalization needs to be realized in quality Indonesian society. Transformative education has a vision of transforming traditional society into modern society. As nowadays the Indonesian society is an agrarian society with ethics, aesthetics and agrarian personality not yet fully familiar with science and technology along with its development. The task of education is to change the civilization of society, especially in instilling and developing science and technology as well as ethics, aesthetics, and changes into the social system of society. One of the efforts in improving the quality of education is to improve the quality of teachers as the spearhead that interact directly with learners. In the scope of transformative education, teachers tend to rely on specialized specialist labor skills that will survive and compete in the coming century. Teachers at this time are expected to be figures who are able to manage the learning program by formulating instructional goals using appropriate methods and in accordance with the needs of learners. Teachers should have a personality competence that is charismatic and authoritative, wise in facing learners and able to be a good example in terms of attitude and spoken words.
PEMULIHAN TERPIDANA PENGGUNA NARKOBA DI PUSAT YAYASAN REHABILITASI NARKOBA AR-RAHMAN PALEMBANG
Authors: Nazarudin Mgs , Jumanah Jumanah
Published: November 2019

Drug abuse problems have broad and complex dimensions, both from the medical, psychiatric, mental health and psychosocial perspectives. The use of drugs can damage the order of family life, the environment of the community and the school environment, even directly or indirectly a threat to the sustainability of development and the future of the nation and the State. The results in this study are in rehabilitating the Ar-Rahman foundation using emphasis on four main aspects, namely the recovery of physical, mental, spiritual and emotional. The recovery program for 6 months, in the reception of residents or addicts, does not limit the related services such as the BNN, but the family and the community play an important role, the majority of residents at the ArRahman foundation enter with coercion from their parents or family and. From the results of research conducted related to social rehabilitation of drug abuse carried out by the ArRahman Drug Rehabilitation Foundation, it has helped in returning or repairing addicts from drug dependence so that they can re-function as social beings. This is in accordance with the objectives of Islamic law or MaqashidShari'ah to maintain reason. Therefore rehabilitation can be done.
REKONSTRUKSI PERAN TUAN GURU DALAM PENCEGAHAN DAN PEMBERANTASAN NARKOBA DI LOMBOK
Authors: Udin MS , Harwati Tuti
Published: November 2019

Research on reconstruction on the role of Tuan Guru (teacher) in the prevention and eradication of drugs in Lombok is field research using a qualitative research approach. This study aims to explore three critical issues. First, it analyzes the role of Tuan Guru in Lombok society. Second, it explains the reconstruction format of Tuan Guru as the efforts of preventing and eradicating drugs. Third, it describes the impact of the reconstruction role of Tuan Guru on drug prevention and eradication efforts. The findings elucidate that first: the roles of Tuan Guru in the Lombok Community were: 1) as an Ulama, 2) as a social problem controller or supervisor, 3) as an innovator of change towards betterness, 4) as a supporter of community independence. Second, the formats of reconstruction roles which were carried out in the efforts of preventing and eradicating drugs were as follows: 1) carry out a personal approach mechanism, 2) enforce a real action, 3) serve a counseling activity, 4) empower the community economy. Third, the roles played by Tuan Guru in preaching to deal with the drug problem were found to be very effective. Tuan Guru had succeeded in eliminating drug effects on the young generation. This could be proven as the number of drug cases decreases as reported by the drug investigation directorate of Lombok Barat.
PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC: INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION OF BEGGAR
Authors: Rahmalia Rahmalia , Zulyadi Teuku
Published: November 2019

The interpersonal communication of beggars involves the beggars’ interaction with their donors, and interaction among beggars. This communication incorporates symbols that have been given meaning, both verbal and non-verbal. This study aims to determine the motives that encourage someone to become a beggar in Banda Aceh, the effectiveness of the city government’s policy in handling the begging activities and to find out the process of interpersonal communication of the beggars. This study applies the descriptive qualitative method with phenomenology approach, to describe the meaning of some people’s lives. The research subjects are the beggars who are willing and able to provide the required information in-depth. The result shows that the interpersonal communication process among the beggars and the beggars with the donors are conducted through symbolic interaction by using language and symbols, and role-play performance creating condition and atmosphere which gave certain meanings. The communities performing such interactions had the ability to utilise symbols to create an impression that attracted the attention of donors. The actions raised people’s sympathy who will give charities to them in any expected feedback. The understanding of this issue is important for the realization of the implementation of the regulation but still maintaining the aspirations of the citizens who uphold Islamic values, the concept of giving to the people in need.
Metode Falsafat: Alternatif Pemetaan Realita Kehidupan Sosial Keagamaan
Authors: Rijal Syamsul
Published: November 2019

Socio-religious reality constitutes a phenomenon arising from social interaction and people's understanding of their religion. Hence, a study of social life, through its various methods, is extremely urgent in order to comprehend the reality itself that eventually will enrich one’s ability in absorbing philosophical methods. This article, therefore, tries to provide approaches in comprehending socio-religious phenomena in the community.
Pengaruh Tingginya Uang Hantaran terhadap Penundaan Perkawinan (Studi Kasus Adat Perkawinan di Mukim Pinang Tunggal, Kepala Batas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia)
Authors: Nurdin Ridhwan , Ikram Muhammad Nur
Published: November 2019

Uang hantaran adalah uang yang diberikan oleh pihak laki-laki kepada calon mertua. Uang hantara memiliki dampak negatif. Dampak negatif uang hantaran terlihat ketika ditetapkan pada jumlah yang tinggi pada calon laki-laki yang ekonominya menengah ke bawah dan mempunyai berbagai tanggungan sehingga kesulitan untuk menabung. Tidak sedikit juga pasangan yang ingin mendirikan rumah tangga terpaksa menundakan perkawinan karena tingginya jumlah uang hantaran yang telah ditetapkan dari pihak perempuan. Pertanyaan artikel ini adalah bagaimana pelaksanaan praktek uang hantaran dalam adat perkawinan di Mukim Pinang Tunggal, apakah benar penetapan uang hantaran yang tinggi sangat berpengaruh terhadap penundaan perkawinan di dalam masyarakat tersebut dan bagaimana tinjauan hukum Islam terhadap uang hantaran yang menyebabkan penundaan perkawinan. Dengan menggunakan metode penelitian lapangan, peneliti telah mengelompokkan data menjadi dua bentuk, yaitu data kuantitatif dan data kualitatif. Data kuantitatif ialah data hasil dari angket sedangkan data kualitatif ialah data hasil dari wawancara dan observasi. Kemudian dari data kuantitatif tersebut dibentuklah tabel kemudian dianalisa dan diambil kesimpulan sedangkan dari data kualitatif tersebut dihubungkan antara satu fakta dengan fakta sejenis kemudian dianalisa dengan menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif analitis. Hasil penelitian ditemukan bahwa masyarakat Mukim Pinang Tunggal semuanya mempraktekkan pemberian uang hantaran dan penetapannya dengan melihat pendidikan perempuan, pekerjaannya dan kebiasaan jumlah ditetapkan di kampung tersebut serta telah ditemukan delapan buah perkawinan yang tertunda dari tahun 2013 hingga 2017 karena tingginya uang hantaran. Merujuk kepada kaidah-kaidah fiqhiyyah yang telah digunakan dan  melihat kepada dampak-dampak yang timbul dari penetapan uang hantaran yang tinggi serta bertentangnya dengan syarat ‘urf yang sahih bisa disimpulkan bahwa hukum uang hantaran yang tinggi tidak bersesuaian sebagaimana yang seharusnya berlaku.
Kesaksian dalam Talak Menurut Abu Bakar Jabir Al-Jazairi
Authors: Devy Soraya , Mawaddah Luthfia
Published: November 2019

Talak merupakan salah satu cara pemutusan hubungan suami yang dilegalkan dalam Islam. Talak dapat dilakukan ketika terjadi keretakan hubungan pernikahan dan tidak mungkin untuk dirajut kembali. Dalam pelaksanaannya, ulama masih berbeda pendapat khususnya keberadaan saksi dalam talak. Penelitian ini secara khusus membahas pemikiran Abu Bakar Jabir Al-Jazairi tentang kesaksian talak. Adapun tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui pendapat, dalil dan metode istinbath hukum Abu Bakar Jabir al-Jazairi tentang kesaksian dalam talak. Cara kerja penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi pustaka (library research). Data penelitian dikumpulkan dari berbagai rujukan kepustakaan. Berdasarkan hasil penilitian menunjukkan bahwa menurut al-Jazairi, persaksian dalam talak merupakan suatu keharusan dan disunnahkan dalam Islam, dan talak tanpa saksi tetap dipandang sah. Di sini, al-Jazairī tampak berpendapat bahwa saksi masuk sebagai syarat talak, bukan rukun talak. Mengingat saksi hanya sebagai syarat talak, maka kedudukan hukumnya yaitu harus. Dengan demikian, saksi di sini bisa dikatakan masuk ke dalam syarat tawsiqi, yaitu syarat tambahan. Meskipun tidak ada saksi maka tidak dikatakan haram dan talak tidak dikatakan batal.  Dalil dan metode istinbāṭ yang digunakan al-Jazairi dalam menetapkan hukum persaksian dalam talak yaitu surat al-Baqarah ayat 283 dan surat al-Ṭalāq ayat 2. Kedua ayat tersebut membicarakan tentang kesaksian. Al-Jazairi memandang ketentuan kesaksian dalam talak sama seperti kesaksian dalam rujuk sebagaimana perintah untuk merujuk dan melepaskan isteri harus dipersaksikan
Faktor-Faktor Gugurnya Hak Hadhanah Kepada Ibu (Analisis Enakmen Keluarga Islam Pulau Pinang No. 5 Tahun 2004 Ditinjau Menurut Kajian Fiqh)
Authors: Abdullah Arifin , Ismail Siti Nursyafiqah Binti
Published: November 2019

Dalam hukum Islam telah ditetapkan bahwa orang yang paling berhak dalam hal hadhanah adalah pihak ibu, karena ibu dipandang lebih mampu untuk merawat, menjaga, mendidik anak dan ibu juga lebih dekat dengan anak ketimbang ayah. Namun, terdapat beberapa beberapa hal yang bisa menyebabkan gugurnya hak hadhanah kepada ibu. Secara khusus penelitian ini, ingin mengkaji faktor-faktor gugurnya hak hadhanah kepada ibu menurut enakmen dan kajian fiqh. Untuk itu, masalah yang ingin diteliti adalah bagaimana ketentuan Enakmen Keluarga Islam Pulau Pinang tentang gugurnya hak hadhanah dan bagaimana tinjauan fikih terhadap Enakmen No.5 tahun 2004 mengenai hadhanah. Dengan menggunakan metode penelitian kepustakaan (Library Research) dan jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif. Dari hasil penelitian tersebut, dapat diperolehi bahwa menurut kajian fiqh dan Enakmen Keluarga Islam Pulau Pinang, terdapat persamaan dalam menetapkan hal-hal yang bisa mengugurkan hak ibu sebagai pengasuh anak. Menurut kajian fiqh, hal-hal yang bisa mengugurkan hak ibu adalah jika ibu dengan sengaja pergi tempat yang jauh, jika ibu mengidap penyakit yang merbahaya, dan jika ibu seorang yang fasik atau pengetahuan agamanya kurang dan jika ibu sudah menikah lagi. Dan menurut Enakmen Keluarga Islam Pulau Pinang, terdapat lima hal yang bisa mengugurkan hak ibu sebagai hadhinah. Pertama, jika ibu bernikah dengan seseorang yang bukan mahram anak tersebut. Kedua, jika ia berkelakuan buruk secara keterlaluan dan terbuka. Ketiga, jika ia menukar tempat tinggal dengan tujuan untuk mencegah bapak anak tersebut mengawasinya. Keempat, jika ia murtad. Kelima, jika ia tidak memperdulikan atau menganiaya anak tersebut. Jadi hal-hal ini bisa mengugurkan hak ibu sebagai hadhinah jika ibu dengan sengaja melakukan hal-hal tersebut. Maka dengan ini, dapat disimpulkan bahwa ketetapan enakmen ini mengikuti ketentuan fiqh Islam dan pendapat para ulama mazhab.
The moderating role of family ownership on the relationship between ownership concentration and comply-or-explain disclosure: An analysis on Italian listed companies
Authors: Alvino Federico , Lepore Luigi , Pisano Sabrina , D'Amore Gabriella
Published: November 2019

The aim of the paper is to investigate the relationship between ownership concentration and the degree of comply-or-explain disclosure regarding the composition and functioning of boards of directors, also considering the moderating role played by family ownership. The study is conducted on a sample of 227 Italian non-financial listed companies. The results reveal a negative relationship between ownership concentration and the degree of comply-or-explain disclosure. Moreover, this relationship is stronger in companies having a family firm as a dominant shareholder. The paper contributes to previous studies on the degree of adherence to corporate governance code by investigating both the comply aspect and the explanations provided in cases of non-compliance. Moreover, the study contributes to previous research on the relationship between ownership structure and disclosure by considering the moderating role played by shareholder identity.
Microvascular and Cardiovascular Outcomes According to Renal Function in Patients Treated With Once-Weekly Exenatide: Insights From the EXSCEL Trial
Authors: Bethel M. Angelyn , Mentz Robert J. , Merrill Peter , Buse John B. , Chan Juliana C. , Goodman Shaun G. , Iqbal Nayyar , Jakuboniene Neli , Katona Brian , Lokhnygina Yuliya , Lopes Renato D. , Maggioni Aldo P. , Ohman Peter , Tankova Tsvetalina , Bakris George L. , Hernandez Adrian F. , Holman Rury R.
Published: November 2019

OBJECTIVE

To evaluate the impact of once-weekly exenatide (EQW) on microvascular and cardiovascular (CV) outcomes by baseline renal function in the Exenatide Study of Cardiovascular Event Lowering (EXSCEL).

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

Least squares mean difference (LSMD) in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) from baseline between the EQW and placebo groups was calculated for 13,844 participants. Cox regression models were used to estimate effects by group on incident macroalbuminuria, retinopathy, and major adverse CV events (MACE). Interval-censored time-to-event models estimated effects on renal composite 1 (40% eGFR decline, renal replacement, or renal death) and renal composite 2 (composite 1 variables plus macroalbuminuria).

RESULTS

EQW did not change eGFR significantly (LSMD 0.21 mL/min/1.73 m2 [95% CI −0.27 to 0.70]). Macroalbuminuria occurred in 2.2% of patients in the EQW group and in 2.5% of those in the placebo group (hazard ratio [HR] 0.87 [95% CI 0.70–1.07]). Neither renal composite was reduced with EQW in unadjusted analyses, but renal composite 2 was reduced after adjustment (HR 0.85 [95% CI 0.74–0.98]). Retinopathy rates did not differ by treatment group or in the HbA1c-lowering or prior retinopathy subgroups. CV outcomes in those with eGFR <60 mL/min/1.73 m2 did not differ by group. Those with eGFR ≥60 mL/min/1.73 m2 had nominal risk reductions for MACE, all-cause mortality, and CV death, but interactions by renal function group were significant for only stroke (HR 0.74 [95% CI 0.58–0.93]; P for interaction = 0.035) and CV death (HR 1.08 [95% CI 0.85–1.38]; P for interaction = 0.031).

CONCLUSIONS

EQW had no impact on unadjusted retinopathy or renal outcomes. CV risk was modestly reduced only in those with eGFR ≥60 mL/min/1.73 m2 in analyses unadjusted for multiplicity.
Çelik Sektöründe Güvenirlikli Üretim ve Örnek Bir Uygulama: S355JR (EN 10025-2) Çeliği Akma ve Kopma Dayanımı Güvenirlik Analizi
Authors: ÇİVİ Can , ERÇAY Hakan
Published: November 2019

Makine ve imalat
sektöründe çelik, dayanım ve maliyet faktörleri göz önüne alındığında
vazgeçilmez bir malzemedir. Günümüz koşullarında teknolojinin ve buna bağlı
olarak tasarımların geldiği noktada, özellikle vasıflı çelikler büyük önem
kazanmış, üstün mekanik dayanım ve yorulma özellikleri makine ve imalat
endüstrisinin tamamına yakınında bu çeliklerin kullanımını zorunlu hale
getirmiştir. Bu çalışmada çelik üretiminde ülkemizde ihmal edilen bir kavram
olan güvenirlik ele alınmış, üretimde ve tasarımlarda yapılacak güvenirlik
analizlerinin getireceği katkı tartışılmıştır. Çalışma kapsamında örnek bir
uygulama olarak S355JR (EN 10025-2) Çeliğinin çekme testinin güvenirlik analizi
gerçekleştirilmiştir.
ANALISIS PRODUK DOMESTIK REGIONAL BRUTO (PDRB) DAN PERTUMBUHAN EKONOMI KABUPATEN SUBANG TAHUN 2017/2018
Authors: Cahyono Mr , Almujab Saiful , Marten Yogaswara S
Published: November 2019

Development and economic growth of a region can be seen through the instruments of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) or Gross Regional Domestic Product (GDP). Gross Regional Domestic Product according to expenditure (Expenditure GRDP) is one form of displaying economic data of a region, other display forms such as GRDP according to business fields, Input-Output Tables, Socio-Economic Balance System, and Funds Flow Balance. The method of writing this article uses a literature study, using secondary data as the main data source. The economy of Subang Regency for the period 2013 - 2018 can grow above 4%. In terms of production, the highest economic growth occurred in the Information and Communication category which grew above 6% annually. In terms of final demand, the economic growth of Subang Regency is dominated by growth in the component of Household Consumption Expenditures (PK-RT), which accounts for more than half of the total regency sub-district GDP.
Development and economic growth of a region can be seen through the instruments of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) or Gross Regional Domestic Product (GDP). Gross Regional Domestic Product according to expenditure (Expenditure GRDP) is one form of displaying economic data of a region, other display forms such as GRDP according to business fields, Input-Output Tables, Socio-Economic Balance System, and Funds Flow Balance. The method of writing this article uses a literature study, using secondary data as the main data source. The economy of Subang Regency for the period 2013 - 2018 can grow above 4%. In terms of production, the highest economic growth occurred in the Information and Communication category which grew above 6% annually. In terms of final demand, the economic growth of Subang Regency is dominated by growth in the component of Household Consumption Expenditures (PK-RT), which accounts for more than half of the total regency sub-district GDP.
KEMAMPUAN ABSTRAKSI MATEMATIS SISWA SEKOLAH MENENGAH PERTAMA (SMP) KLS VIII
Authors: Yusepa Beni
Published: November 2019

Kemampuan abstraksi matematis merupakan kemampuan dasar yang yang harus dimiliki siswa. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan kemampuan abstraksi matematis siswa Sekolah Menengah Pertama (SMP). Metode penelitian ini adalah kualitatif deskriptif. Subyek penelitiannya adalah siswa kelas VIII di salah satu SMP Negeri Kota Bandung sebanyak 33 siswa. Instrumen utama dalam penelitian adalah peneliti sendiri dan dibantu dengan tes kemampuan abstraksi matematis serta pedoman wawancara. Kemampuan abstraksi matematis dalam penelitian ini berkaitan dengan abstraksi reflektif, abstraksi empiris, dan abstraksi teoritis. Pada hasil penelitian ini memberikan saran atau rekomendasi kepada para guru dan peneliti untuk memperhatikan hal-hal berikut dalam pembelajaran, yaitu: 1) pemilihan model atau pendekatan pembelajaran harus tepat sesuai dengan karakteristik materi dan karakteristik siswa; 2) penggunaan bahan ajar lebih mengaktifkan siswa; dan 3) perlu penelitian lanjutan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan abstraksi matematis siswa dengan model pembelajaran yang bervariasi.
PENGEMBANGAN BAHAN AJAR BERBASIS SOFTWARE MATLAB PADA MATA KULIAH METODE NUMERIK
Authors: Rikayanti Rikayanti
Published: November 2019

Teaching materials is one of the important aspects of a lecture process, in which there are clues to how a student can achieve the target lectures. Algorithm is a major part of the numerical course that is widely used in various disciplines, such as data processing of experimental results, as well as in product sales model. Through the application of Matlab software, mastery of the algorithm in solving problems with various methods can be tested. The research method used is Research and Development, while the development model using Didaktis Design Research (Didactical Design Research / DDR). Mathematics Education Study Program Faculty of Teacher Training and Education University Singaperbangsa Karawang, is the place of research implementation. This research involves students contracting numerical course courses conducted in the semester V. Matlab programming packages provide the thinking space of the user in designing a problem solving which is then translated into the corresponding instructions. Given the limitations of teaching-learning variations or textbooks with software-based, it is hoped that the outcomes of this research can add references and reading materials to those interested in applied mathematics.
PROFIL KITAB TAFSIR DAN MODEL PEMAHAMANNYA PADA PONDOK PESANTREN DI PROVINSI RIAU
Authors: Erman Erman
Published: November 2019

Abstract Pondok Pesantren (classical Islamic educational institution in Indonesia)  uses the classic book strictly and continuously.  Students (santri) fanatically follow the book used by the teacher, including in the use of the book of exegesis.Pondok Pesantren in Riau Province uses the book of tafsir differently according to the grouping of the tradition and the teacher's understanding of the Pondokmya. Most of the Pondok Pesantren in Riau Province, using a translation book that is not a yellow book(Arabic Book. This situation tends to eliminate the character of Pondok Pesantren which makes the yellow book (Arabic Book) as the basis and its main characteristic. This paper seeks to see the profile of the book of tafsir and its model of understanding on Pondok Pesantren in Riau Province PROFIL KITAB TAFSIR DAN MODEL PEMAHAMANNYA PADA PONDOK PESANTREN DI PROVINSI RIAU