bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Scuba in older-aged divers
Authors:   Medical Director, Retired Hyperbaric Medicine Program, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, Long Beach,  California U.S., Strauss Michael B. ,   Clinical Professor Orthopedic Surgery, University of California Irvine School of Medicine Irvine,  California U.S., Busch Jeremy A. ,   Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Care Program, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, Long Beach,  California U.S., Miller Stuart S. ,   Medical Director, Hyperbaric Medicine Program, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, Long Beach,  California U.S.; Associate Clinical Professor Family Medicine, University of California Irvine School of Medicine  Irvine, California U.S.
Published: March 2017

As the population gets older, coupled with increased awareness of good health practices and the recognition that fitness contributes to participation in activities generally appropriate for younger individuals, decisions need to be made about what are appropriate activities for the older-aged scuba (self-contained underwater breathing apparatus) diver. It is essential to appreciate the distinction between chronological and physiological age. Three factors, namely fitness, comorbidities, and mobility and strength are fundamental when making decisions about participation in activities in general as well as in scuba diving for older adults. There is almost always a time to “call it quits” for everything.
Recent developments in BRIC’s corporate governance with a focus on Russia – Innovation or imitation?
Authors: Braendle Udo C.
Published: March 2017

The practice of joint-stock companies in Russia and other BRIC countries suggests that the development of the corporate sector and the stock market requires a corporate governance level of the companies that corresponds to international standards.
The Russian Code of Corporate Conduct was implemented in 2002 and has not been revised for many years. The same is true for Codes of other BRIC countries. 2013 the situation has changed. Russia published a Draft Code of Corporate Governance that should reflect the changes in Russian Corporate Governance over the last 10 years. The paper critically analyses this draft code and gives implications about the future of corporate governance in Russia. We are doing so in comparing Russian Corporate Governance Initiatives with those of other BRIC countries.
A Comparative Study Of Stock Price Forecasting Using Nonlinear Models
Authors: Xaba Diteboho , Moroke Ntebogang Dinah , Arkaah Johnson , Pooe Charlemagne
Published: March 2017

This study compared the in-sample forecasting accuracy of three forecasting nonlinear models namely: the Smooth Transition Regression (STR) model, the Threshold Autoregressive (TAR) model and the Markov-switching Autoregressive (MS-AR) model. Nonlinearity tests were used to confirm the validity of the assumptions of the study. The study used model selection criteria, SBC to select the optimal lag order and for the selection of appropriate models. The Mean Square Error (MSE), Mean Absolute Error (MAE) and Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) served as the error measures in evaluating the forecasting ability of the models. The MS-AR models proved to perform well with lower error measures as compared to LSTR and TAR models in most cases.
Does goodwill improve firm performance? Evidence from the MENA region
Authors: Satt Harit , Chetioui Youssef
Published: March 2017

As one of the main components of intangible assets appearing in the balance sheet, Goodwill has long been considered a as a driver of sustainable competitive business and corporate advantages. Yet, does goodwill really improve performance of firms in the MENA region? This paper documents the effect of goodwill on firm performance during the period between 2005 and 2015. The results of our analysis show that high level of goodwill has a positive impact on firm performance in large firms. Yet, at small firms, goodwill was not proved to improve performance. This can be explained by the fact that only good performing firms invest in goodwill while smaller firms simply struggle to generate tangible assets.
Management accounting techniques and corporate performance of manufacturing industries
Authors: Rasyid Ardiansyah , Sugiarto D. Elizabeth , Kosasih Wilson
Published: March 2017

This research is to investigate that some factors that affect the new adoption in management accounting techniques on the Indonesia manufacturing industries, specifically in Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang and Bekasi regions. The research can give a clearer portrait of how some factors can significantly affect the adoption of management accounting techniques. The research used some questioners which were sent to respondents who work in manufacturing industries as a middle level management. The methods used to distribute the questioners to respondents were by door to door, by e-mail and by media telecommunication (what’s app or close relationship) up to hundreds questioners. We obtained 45 respondents but we eliminated one respondent, because they are not suitable to the research requirements. The research model contains the two paths. The first path contains 7 variables that divided by six exogenous variables to affect one endogenous variable and the next path model is from the three variables, that are divided to the one mediating variable and the other one exogenous variables to affect one endogenous variable (like path modelling). The research result shows that high competition does not affect the new accounting adoption but the other five variables; cost system changing, technology changes, organization climate, consumer demand and size significantly affect the new accounting adoption. For the next path, the research finds that the new accounting adoption can significantly affect corporate performance and also corporate performance measurement perception.
Macroeconomic variables and food price inflation, nonfood price inflation and overall inflation: A case of an emerging market
Authors: Mpofu Raphael T
Published: March 2017

The paper analyses the association between certain macroeconomic variables and food price inflation, non-food price inflation and overall inflation in Zimbabwe, and also seeks to determine the level of association between these variables, given food security implications and overall well-being of its citizens. The study reveals that during the 2010 to 2016 period, Zimbabwe experienced stable food prices—annual food price inflation for food and non-alcoholic beverages averaged a relatively low growth rate of 0.12% monthly, while non-food inflation monthly growth rate was 0.09% and overall inflation growth rate was 0.11%. Although inflation from 2010 had been declining, of late, the increase in annual inflation has been underpinned by a rise in non-food inflation. Zimbabwe’s annual inflation remains lower than inflation rates in other countries in the region. Despite the increases lately in overall inflation, it remained below zero in January 2016, mostly driven by the depreciation of the South African rand and declining international oil prices. It should also be noted that domestic demand continued to decline in 2015, leading to the observed decline in both food and non-food prices. While food inflation has remained relatively low, it should be noted that non-food expenditures is significant component of the household budget and the rising prices result often lead to declining purchasing power and force households to make difficult choices in terms of their purchases. The findings of the study are food inflation has a low association with the independent variables under study; Zimbabwe broad money supply, rand-dollar exchange rates and the South Africa food inflation. There is, however, a very strong association between non-food inflation and these independent variables, as well as between overall inflation and the independent variables. Given the mostly rural population and the high level of unemployment in Zimbabwe, it can be surmised that the distributional burden of the effects of rising non-food prices between 2009 and 2016 fell mostly on these vulnerable groups as they had the lowest disposable income. In addition, it can also be surmised that domestic production can cushion the impact of rising prices in general, particularly on food. A deliberate policy of increasing domestic food production would therefore go a long way in ensuring lower price changes of both food and non-food items.
Determinants of leasing business in emerging country
Authors: Siagian Pariang , Jonny Jonny , Noerlina Noerlina
Published: March 2017

The primary purpose of this paper is to examine leasing business in Indonesia, if there is any effect of leasing literacy to the access into leasing company, motivation to buy and ability to pay liabilities. The research’s object is customers of leasing companies who have been buying leasing products and live around Jakarta. While the methodology used will be the qualitative method by using survey and questionnaire. The outcomes revealed that 68.5% of respondents have the average income of less than 5 million per month, and the type of product leased is dominated by motorcycles and cars. Furthermore, the result of regression analysis is the literacy to the access into leasing company has no effect. But on the other hand, the result shows that there is an effect of literacy on motivation and ability to pay liabilities. From this study, it can be concluded that generally, customers do not care about the insight into leasing business. Most of the customers used the literacy for to get the products and to be able to pay the installments obligations. Hence, they need sufficient information about leasing company and its services.
Citizen participation and needs as an input tool for local government quality management
Authors: Dorasamy Nirmala
Published: March 2017

Citizen participation, which is at the interface between the public and government, directly impacts accountability and the governance process. The purpose of this paper is to focus on the relevance of citizen participation as source of input for local government in it’s quality management system. Quality management for local government, with reference to ISO 18091:2104, is a recent attempt to construct a quality management system specifically targeting the requirements of local government. Using a qualitative approach, the paper examines ISO 18091: 2014 and it’s contribution to strengthening local governance. Further, the importance of citizen participation at the input stage in the ISO quality management framework is reviewed. This is supported by literature pertaining to the requirements that are necessary to promote the value of citizen input, in ensuring the continued success of local government in achieving the desired results, with respect to fulfilling citizen needs.The paper highlights that citizen participation provides the most significant feedback on needs and challenges facing service delivery at the input stage. Such an avenue for citizen participation in a quality management system is relevant for local government to explore, if it is committed to continuous improvement in service delivery. The author considers citizen participation as necessary, if local government is to respond appropriately to their needs. However, citizen participation has to be managed as a process within the quality management framework, if it is produce the desired and reliable results. The paper proposes that such a process has to consider several quality management indicators from the perspective of citizen capacity, local government capacity and overall capacity to manage the process of citizen participation. Overall, insight is provided on how these elements can enhance local government quality management.
Risk and opportunities connected to the adoption of internet banking in an emerging market
Authors: Nehemiah Mavetera , Jokonya Osden , Pako Maradung
Published: March 2017

This research investigate the adoption of Internet banking among Gaborone`s working class and university students. Internet banking comes with convenience and lower costs, which encourage customers to adopt it. Hindering factors to Internet banking adoption include lack of trust and awareness. The study is based on a quantitative research approach. The results suggest that Internet banking adoption is almost the same between the working class and university students. The main factors that support Internet banking adoption are perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness and compatibility. The study findings are consistent with previous studies done in other countries, which show same factors that promote and hinder internet banking adoption. The study therefore contributes to our understanding about factors that promote and hinder internet banking by customers. Furthermore studies may focus on the rate of internet adoption among age groups, income and social status.
Acute myocardial infarction – timely management (chain of care)
Authors: Radovanovic Nebojsa , Radosavljevic-Radovanovic Mina , Dobric Milan , Antonijevic Nebojsa , Mitrovic Predrag
Published: March 2017

The mortality rate from ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) varies in
European countries, from 6 to 14%. Timely established diagnosis and urgent
reperfusion therapy, primarily by primary percutanous intervention with stent
implantation (pPCI) in an infarct related artery is essential for mortality
reduction and prevention of complications. European Society of Cardiology has
made recommendations for preferred and acceptable time frames for diagnosis
and therapy of STEMI. The preferred time for diagnosis of STEMI from the
first medical contact (FMC) is = 10 min. From the FMC to balloon inflation in
the infarct related artery (reperfusion) maximal accepted time is 120 min. If
that time frame cannot be reached, fibinolysis is indicated. In order to
ameliorate the treatment of these patients, STEMI network has been
established in the European countries, including Serbia. Serbia has 12 primary
PCI hospitals and, in spite of numerous obstacles, more than 4000 pPCI
procedures have been performed during 2015.
Deletion of Macrophage Mineralocorticoid Receptor Protects Hepatic Steatosis and Insulin Resistance Through ERα/HGF/Met Pathway
Authors: Zhang Yu-Yao , Li Chao , Yao Gao-Feng , Du Lin-Juan , Liu Yuan , Zheng Xiao-Jun , Yan Shuai , Sun Jian-Yong , Liu Yan , Liu Ming-Zhu , Zhang Xiaoran , Wei Gang , Tong Wenxin , Chen Xiaobei , Wu Yong , Sun Shuyang , Liu Suling , Ding Qiurong , Yu Ying , Yin Huiyong , Duan Sheng-Zhong
Published: March 2017

Although the importance of macrophages in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has been recognized, how macrophages affect hepatocytes remains elusive. Mineralocorticoid receptor (MR) has been implicated to play important roles in NAFLD and T2DM. However, cellular and molecular mechanisms are largely unknown. We report that myeloid MR knockout (MRKO) improves glucose intolerance, insulin resistance, and hepatic steatosis in obese mice. Estrogen signaling is sufficient and necessary for such improvements. Hepatic gene and protein expression suggests that MRKO reduces hepatic lipogenesis and lipid storage. In the presence of estrogen, MRKO in macrophages decreases lipid accumulation and increases insulin sensitivity of hepatocytes through hepatocyte growth factor (HGF)/Met signaling. MR directly regulates estrogen receptor 1 (Esr1 [encoding ERα]) in macrophages. Knockdown of hepatic Met eliminates the beneficial effects of MRKO in female obese mice. These findings identify a novel MR/ERα/HGF/Met pathway that conveys metabolic signaling from macrophages to hepatocytes in hepatic steatosis and insulin resistance and provide potential new therapeutic strategies for NAFLD and T2DM.
Renal Handling of Ketones in Response to Sodium–Glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibition in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
Authors: Ferrannini Ele , Baldi Simona , Frascerra Silvia , Astiarraga Brenno , Barsotti Elisabetta , Clerico Aldo , Muscelli Elza
Published: March 2017

OBJECTIVE

Pharmacologically induced glycosuria elicits adaptive responses in glucose homeostasis and hormone release, including decrements in plasma glucose and insulin levels, increments in glucagon release, enhanced lipolysis, and stimulation of ketogenesis, resulting in an increase in ketonemia. We aimed at assessing the renal response to these changes.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

We measured fasting and postmeal urinary excretion of glucose, β-hydroxybutyrate (β-HB), lactate, and sodium in 66 previously reported patients with type 2 diabetes and preserved renal function (estimated glomerular filtration rate ≥60 mL · min−1 · 1.73 m−2) and in control subjects without diabetes at baseline and following empagliflozin treatment.

RESULTS

With chronic (4 weeks) sodium–glucose cotransporter 2 inhibition, baseline fractional glucose excretion (<2%) rose to 38 ± 12% and 46 ± 11% (fasting vs. postmeal, respectively; P < 0.0001) over a range of BMIs (range 23–41 kg/m2) and creatinine clearance (65–168 mL · min−1 · m−2). Excretion of β-HB (median [interquartile range]: 0.08 [0.10] to 0.31 [0.43] µmol · min−1), lactate (0.06 [0.06] to 0.28 [0.25] µmol · min−1), and sodium (0.27 [0.22] to 0.36 [0.16] mEq · min−1) all increased (P ≤ 0.001 for all) and were each positively related to glycosuria (P ≤ 0.001). These parameters changed in the same direction in subjects without diabetes, but changes were smaller than in the patients with diabetes. Although plasma N-terminal pro–B-type natriuretic peptide levels were unaltered, plasma erythropoietin concentrations increased by 31 (64)% (P = 0.0078).

CONCLUSIONS

We conclude that the sodium–glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitor–induced increase in β-HB is not because of reduced renal clearance but because of overproduction. The increased lactate excretion contributes to lower plasma lactate levels, whereas the increased natriuresis may help in normalizing the exchangeable sodium pool. Taken together, glucose loss through joint inhibition of glucose and sodium reabsorption in the proximal tubule induces multiple changes in renal metabolism.
AKTIVITAS ANTIMIKROBA EKSTRAK DAUN JAMBU BIJI DARI BEBERAPA KULTIVAR TERHADAP Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923 DENGAN HOLE-PLATE DIFFUSION METHOD
Authors: Darsono Farida Lanawati , Artemisia Stephanie Devi
Published: March 2017

A study has been performed on the antimicrobial activities of jambu biji (Psidium guajava Linn) leaves from several cultivars (red, white and yellow cultivar) against Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923 representing the Gram positive bacteria. The reason for conducting this research is that the leaves of jambu biji are frequently used in traditional medicine as a remedy against diarrhoea. The hole-plate diffusion method was used for conducting the antimicrobial activity test with antibiotics (Ampicilline trihidrat) as reference standards. The extracts of jambu biji for each cultivar were obtained by reflux with ethanol 96 percent. The concentrations of the extracts applied to the holes were 10 percent, 20 percent, and 30 percent w/v, the extracts were reconstituted with tween 80 and ethanol 96 percent. Based on the result of the study, it can be concluded that the extract of jambu biji from each cultivar with the concentration of 10 percent, 20 percent, and 30 percent w/v showed antibacterial activities against Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923. The result obtained statictically evaluated using Anava Factorial 3x3 and furthery tested for significancy (a = 0.05). Based on the results of study, it can be concluded that the extract of jambu biji leaves from red cultivar, white cultivar and yellow cultivar showed antibacterial activities against Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923.
OPTIMASI ANALISIS AMILASE DAN GLUKANASE YANG DIEKSTRAK DARI MISELIUM Pleurotus ostreatus DENGAN ASAM 3,5 DINITROSALISILAT
Authors: Rahmansyah Maman , Sudiana I Made
Published: March 2017

Enzymatic activities of amylase (1.4-a-D-glucan glucano hydrolase) and glucanase (1.4-b-glucanase) that extracted from Pleurotus ostreatus mycelium determined through the reducing sugar accumulation. The enzymes assayed in amorphous cellulose (carboxymethylcellulose = CMC) and starch substrate, respectively. Complexity reaction of the sugar to DNS (3.5-dinitrosalicylic acid) become sensitive caused of adding up oxidative agent of sodium sulfite and phenol. Variation in substrate concentration, combine with incubation period and its temperature was able to promote optimum activities of amylase enzymes. The best possible activity of amylase was turn out on 25° C temperature incubation along 20 minutes in 5 percent starch substrate assessment. Incubation period more then 60 minutes on amylase and cellulase caused those activities leaved to 40 and 70 percent down, correspondingly. Modified DNS fastened on reducing sugar twice effectively compared to unmodified one.
CONTROL REGION-mtDNA HETEROGENEITY OF KALIMANTAN FALSE GHARIAL (Tomistoma schlegelii) POPULATION: A PRELIMINARY STUDY
Authors: Kurniati Hellen
Published: March 2017

The preliminary genetic study on Kalimantan false gharial from the wild was reported. Eleven tail scutes were collected from eleven individuals that originally consisting of two individuals from Kapuas River, one individual from Sentarum Lake, Jelai River, Mapam River, Perian Lake, and Lamandau River, two individuals from Barito River and three individuals from Mahakam River. PCR amplifying and sequencing 451 nucleotides in average that can be aligned at the same length of control region mitochondrial DNA. Among 11 individuals found eight polymorphic sites that consisted four haplotypes (A, B, C, and D) respectively, which is haplotype A is dominant. Based on phylogenetic tree that constructed by Tamura-Nei parameter, false gharial population in Kalimantan can be divided into two population groups; there were Central-Eastern Kalimantan population group and Western Kalimantan population group. Based on the hypothesis of landmasses separating between central-eastern Kalimantan and western Kalimantan that known as Schwaner Mountains, the genetic distance D = 1.53 percent was expected to be equal to 20 million years.
El uso de tecnologías como factor del desarrollo socioafectivo en niños y jóvenes estudiantes en el noroeste de México
Authors: Espinoza Núñez Leonor Antonia , Rodríguez Zamora René
Published: March 2017

En el presente artículo se analiza la relación que existe entre el acercamiento al uso de las tecnologías y el desarrollo socioafectivo en los niños y jóvenes de entre 6 y 18 años de edad, se identifica en qué medida se tiene acercamiento a las variantes de estas tecnologías, así como las principales características del desarrollo social y emocional que manifiestan dichos niños y jóvenes. Se utilizó un enfoque de tipo ex post-facto con un nivel de alcance descriptivo de las unidades de análisis: alfabetización digital, socialización, y desarrollo emocional,  tomando como muestra sujetos del nivel básico, medio básico y medio superior de la ciudad de Mazatlán en el estado de Sinaloa, México.Se encontró que los niños menores de 12 años siguen prefiriendo la convivencia de manera presencial ya que expresaron estar más habituados a desarrollar lazos de amistad de manera personal, y en este sentido asumen el uso de los medios virtuales fundamentalmente con propósitos lúdicos y como un complemento que no sustituye el contacto directo con sus grupos de amigos. Con respecto a los jóvenes, se mostraron con gran capacidad de establecer relaciones con otras personas, particularmente con quienes son de género opuesto en la búsqueda de lograr lazos afectivos de pareja y/o de identidad sexual. Finalmente, con respecto al desarrollo emocional, los niños manifestaron seguridad y satisfacción como dos aspectos que se generan en ellos a partir del uso de la navegación por internet y de las redes sociales, destacando que no se observó una dependencia dado que no muestran frustración ante la falta del uso de estos medios tecnológicos. Por el contrario, la información con la que interactúan les sirve como un estímulo emocional positivo que evita el enojo y la agresividad. En el caso de los jóvenes, se mostraron muy satisfechos de hacer uso de las redes sociales como medio para expresar sus emociones de manera activa y manifestaron poca capacidad de reacción violenta o agresiva ante lo que observan en dichas redes.
Aplicación del Punto de Umbral en la Eduación no Presencial y la Educación Convencional, en el caso de la Carrera de Licenciado Agropecuario
Authors: Vásquez Martínez Claudio Rafael , González González Felipe Anastacio , Betancourt Núñez Erik Moisés , Rodríguez Ramírez Sergio Esteban , Torres Mata Joaquín
Published: March 2017

Las Instituciones de Educación Superior, tanto públicas como privadas, procuran llevar a cabo una política universitaria que trata de remediar dificultades académicas, administrativas, docentes y económicas, rechazan el procedimiento de aquellas condiciones que explican tales adversidades. En el mejor de los casos, se observan dificultades demasiados concretas, como la falta tradicional de elementos y equipo, la escasa formación del personal de ciertos niveles administrativos, la incongruencia de locales, elaboración de módulos, presentación de asesorías, y obviamente se establece una relación directa entre la magnitud de estas dificultades y la carencia de recursos financieros. Este estudio aplicó la técnica “Punto de Umbral”, de los Valores en Educación No Presencial y Educación Convencional en Instituciones de Educación Superior. El estudio presenta la relación de Valores Fijos y Valores Variables además de la influencia que tiene el número de alumnos en el Valor Total Semestral por Programa, en el caso concreto de la Carrera de Licenciado Agropecuario. Concluyendo que la educación no presencial es menos costosa que la educación convencional.
Library Automation Systems Integration (Case: ELIB and SLiMS)
Authors: Muhammad Meizano Ardhi , Mardiana Mardiana
Published: March 2017

Abstract—The Library automation system help reduce much work need to be done by doing monotonous routine jobs with the help of technologies such as Barcode and RFID. Unila Library as the pioneer of RFID technology implementation in Lampung province face challenge in migration. Unila Library used SLiMS Library Automation System to manage collections, which use mainly barcode to identify collection. RFID uses allow collections to be scanned in gate and warn librarian. Unfortunately, SLiMS doesn't support SIP2 protocol which is needed by RFID devices (gate, kiosk) to function properly. Therefore, a solution must be made to address the migration of data and support SIP2 protocol. ELIB is a library automation software which support SIP2 protocol. So, library automation systems integration which synchronize both database in ELIB and SLiMS to keep up to date data and allow support for SIP2 protocol must be made in the form of middleware. Some of difficulties arise in integration was the development of both library automation systems which require fine tuning everytime update occurs and both systems in active use. Benchmarking is done to find anomaly and disreparancies of data. And, because the integration system is build as middleware, it remain flexible and open to future development. It can be concluded, Library automation systems integration require vigilance and keen observations into minuscule level especially because both systems are so different.Keywords— library, RFID, ELIB, SLIMS, SIP2, middleware
The Shoreline Retreat and Spatial Analysis over the Coastal Water of Belawan
Authors: Tarigan A. Perwira Mulia , Nurzanah Wiwin
Published: March 2017

Abstract – An examination of shoreline retreat is conducted over the muddy coast in the vicinities of the port of Belawan. The related sea level rise is estimated using the well-known Bruun Rule based on the characteristics of mud profile prevalent along the eastern coast of North Sumatera Province. The spatial analysis involved is done utilizing the concept and procedure of GIS. The averaged shoreline retreat over the hot spot area of erosion, i.e. 18 m per year, implies that the relative rate of sea level rise is in the range of 14 to 18 mm per year, indicating an extremely severe rate. In addition, three other cases of simple GIS applications related to coastal water of the port are spatially demonstrated.  Keywords –  coastal water, coastal erosion, sea level rise, and GIS
Sustainable Material : Used Wood As Building Material
Authors: Susanto Dalhar , Widyarko Widyarko
Published: March 2017

Abstract–Wood consumption as building material and component in Indonesia is still considerably high. This affects forest destruction, in a way that most of the wood production still roots from wood forests. Hence, the demand of these woods better be supplied from other source, one of them is through using used woods. Used wood utilization in building construction is an application of reuse and recycle strategy in sustainable material concept. Due to the assumption among the people that used woods have low performance its utilization is nowadays limited. This paper addresses the result of research and laboratory test on a range of used wood samples collected from Jakarta great area (Jabodetabek), consist of 5 technical parameters: water content, density, compressive strength, flexure strength, and tension strength. The research proves that based on certain parameters, used woods perfom technical capacity as good as – or even better than – newly produced woods.Keyword –  sustainable, material, used wood
The Influence of Change Load Against Fuel Cost in Coal-fired Power Tarahan Lampung Unit 3 and 4
Authors: Komalasari Endah , Rahmattulloh Rahmattulloh , Gusmedi Herri
Published: March 2017

Abstract—The operation of a power plant depends on fuel where fuel costs are incurred on a generating unit is a function of the plant load. The ability power plant carry the load determine the reliability of an electrical system, hence the power raised always be done equal to needs in side load all the time. Fluctuations demand of electrical power in side load will cause fluctuations change fuel cost. In this paper, the correlation both commonly called input-output characteristics of the power plant needs to be determined. These characteristics declared total input tons of coal per hour is used and net electrical output where the output power is available to the electric utility. One way to achieve this goal is to match polynomial regression on the data using a second order polynomial. This model allows the study of the  incremental fuel cost resulting from a change load in a coal-fired power plant.Keywords—Coal-fired power, economic dispatch, incremental cost characteristics, input-output characteristics, second order polynomial regression.
Optimization Model of Fuzzy Rule Based Expert System Using Max-Min Composition and Schema Mapping Translation
Authors: Hartono Hartono , Simanihuruk Tiarma
Published: March 2017

Abstract— Fuzzy Decision Making involves a process of selecting one or more alternatives or solutions from a finite set of alternatives which suits a set of constraints. In the rule-based expert system, the terms following in the decision making is using knowledge based and the IF Statements of the rule are called the premises, while the THEN part of the rule is called conclusion. Membership function and knowledge based determines the performance of fuzzy rule based expert system. Membership function determines the performance of fuzzy logic as it relates to represent fuzzy set in a computer. Knowledge Based in the other side relates to capturing human cognitive and judgemental processes, such as thinking and reasoning. In this paper, we have proposed a method by using Max-Min Composition combined with Genetic Algorithm for determining membership function of Fuzzy Logic and Schema Mapping Translation for the rules assignment.Keywords— Fuzzy Decision Making, Rule-Based Expert System, Membership Function, Knowledge Based, Max-Min Composition, Schema Mapping Translation
Alternative Scheme for Handling Reversely the Waste of Mobile Phone in Bandung, Indonesia
Authors: Arthaya Bagus , Nathania Eliza
Published: March 2017

Abstract—Waste and other second-hand goods management in Indonesia are still not properly managed, while used products still have their economic value. E-waste is one of many second-hand goods that are not handled properly. E-waste is defined as the rubbish of electronic products. Mobile phone is one of the electronic products that are almost used by most of Indonesian people, ranging from people having low income to those having a huge income. The influence of lifestyle makes mobile phone lifespan is very short. High level of consumption and short life time make mobile phones are not used accordingly and quickly become waste. When this waste is not managed properly then it will accumulate and damage our nature, because almost all mobile phone components are non-organic materials. Used mobile phones still have economic value and some of their components can be recycled or reused. Therefore this study focuses on promoting reverse handling management of used mobile phones from the Indonesian consumers. The main strategy is aligned with Reverse Logistics concept where value recovery and proper disposal become the main consideration. In this design, a strategy will be discussed throughout the stakeholders who will be involved in the return process so the process can run effectively and efficiently. Consideration of recycling or reusing used product can reduce the retrieval of raw materials from the nature. The problem solution will certainly have an impact on our natural resources balance. When this strategy works successfully then it will certainly contribute in preserving of nature.Keywords— economic value, e-waste, recycle and reuse, reverse logistic, used product.
Physicochemical & Microbial Characterization of Overripe Tempeh
Authors: Djunaidi Stefani , Tirtaningtyas Gunawan-Puteri Maria Dewi Puspitasari , Wijaya Christofora Hanny , Prabawati Elisabeth Kartika
Published: March 2017

Abstract— Recent research showed potencies of overripe tempeh for development as condiment, and therefore, requirement of guiding parameters related to sensory properties. In this study, four samples of overripe tempeh from single source of soybean with different processing method were observed. All samples were characterized with comparable brown color (L* 52.96, a* 6.84, and b* 18.52), and total number of lactic acid bacteria (8.30 – 8.46 log CFU/g). All samples also have similar trends of protein and soluble amino acid content (50.32 – 61.77 mg BSA eq/g dry base, 357.39 – 418.78 mg tyrosine eq/g dry base) compared to fresh tempeh (62.43 mg BSA eq/g dry base, 71.70 mg tyrosine eq/g dry base). The findings indicated suitability of above parameters as guidance in target overripe tempeh for condiment ingredients. Observation of total microbial and total yeast and mould showed that these parameters were affected with production method of overripe tempeh.Keywords— Overripe tempeh, guiding parameters, microbial characterization, physicochemical characterization
KESADARAN SEJARAH HUKUM PERANG DAN DAMAI SEBAGAI KHASANAH DUNIA ISLAM
Authors: MINARDI ANTON
Published: March 2017

As Islamic teachings cope various fields of human life, and the grace of Islam make a positive contribution to the community and have been coloring various world civilizations. West is now advanced and modern cannot be separated from Islamic world in the previous progress. Development of a civilized nation today following the rules in international relations is influenced by the teachings of Islam including the law of war and peace. Many people are not aware of it, so that it is time for us to acknowledge and restate the repertoire of Islamic science view as an intellectual property in the modern civilized world. Keyword: History of Scientific Awareness; the laws of war and peace; the Islamic WorldABSTRAKSebagai ajaran Islam mencakup berbagai lapangan kehidupan manusia, dan sebagai rahmat Islam memberikan kontribusi positif kepada berbagai komunitas dan telah mewarnai peradaban dunia. Barat yang sekarang maju dan modern tidak terlepas dari kemajuan Islam sebelumnya. Pembangunan bangsa yang beradab masa kini berikut kaidah-kaidah dalam hubungan internasional dipengaruhi oleh ajaran-ajaran Islam termasuk di dalamnya adalah hokum perang dan damai. Banyak kalangan yang tidak menyadari akan hal tersebut, untuk itu sudah saatnya kita mengakui dan mengemukakan kembali khasanah ilmu pengetahuan Islam sebagai salah satu kekayaan intelektual dunia yang berperadaban modern.Kata kunci: Kesadaran Sejarah Ilmiah; Hukum Perang dan damai; Dunia Islam
MODEL PEMBERDAYAAN HUKUM LINGKUNGAN RELIGIUS – KOSMIK SEBAGAI UPAYA PELESTARIAN FUNGSI LINGKUNGAN HIDUP
Authors: Rahayu Mella Ismelina Farma , Susanto Anthon F. , Muliya Liya Sukma
Published: March 2017

This paper is derived from the results of research that seeks to elevate the values of Sundanese cultural wisdom in environment conservation efforts by building a model of environmental law with religious empowerment-based cosmic Watershed (DAS) based on the conception of Sundanese culture. This model emphasizes deemed necessary because the relationship between justice and ecological balance and social justice, equality and better accommodate a balance between social welfare and environmental harmony.It is also illustrated how human interaction with the environment with the objective picture of rural communities in implementing value if Ciomas ancestral cultural values in environment conservation efforts and how to implement the values of the Sundanese cultural wisdom in the formulation development of environmental law in Indonesia to be more characteristic of Indonesia.

Keywords: Environmental; Sundanese Culture; Cosmic Religious.
NILAI-NILAI KEPEMIMPINAN ISLAM DALAM BERKELUARGA SEBAGAI TOLAK UKUR MENDASAR (BASE ON) INTEGRITAS CALON LEGISLATIF
Authors: Rastuti Tuti
Published: March 2017

Prepare leaders with integrity processed fostering of the family. Various methods are used to determine the state 's future leaders, both through the regeneration of the cadre, the appointment or election. Election is a means to process and determine who will lead and hold the mandate of the people they lead. Election is a process, but the nature of the leader determines to be seen from the quality of his personality. Communities are often faced with the dilemma of how good a leader ? Values of the Islamic leadership in the family will answer what and how a leader with high integrity. Therefore, the family is the smallest unit of a miniature community. Integration leader is a leader who has a commitment to his family. The leader of the ummah in a large scale is determined by its leadership in the small-scale leader applying Islamic values in the family.Keywords : Islamic Values; Family; Leadership; LegislativeABSTRAKMempersiapkan pemimpin yang berintegritas diproses pembinaannya dari keluarga. Berbagai cara dilakukan oleh negara untuk menentukan calon pemimpin, baik melalui regenerasi pengkaderan, penunjukan ataupun pemilihan. Pemilu merupakan sarana untuk mengolah dan menentukan siapa yang akan memimpin dan memegang amanah rakyat yang dipimpinnya. Pemilu merupakan proses, namun hakikat menentukan pemimpin harus dilihat dari  kualitas kepribadiannya. Masyarakat sering dihadapkan pada dilema sosok pemimpin bagaimanakah yang baik? Nilai-Nilai kepemimpinan Islam dalam berkeluarga akan menjawab apa dan bagaimana pemimpin yang memiliki integritas tinggi. Sebab, keluarga merupakan miniatur unit terkecil dari suatu komunitas. Pemimpin yang berintegrasi adalah pemimpin yang memiliki komitmen  terhadap keluarganya. Pemimpin umat dalam skala yang besar ditentukan oleh kepemimpinannya dalam skala kecil yaitu pemimpin yang menerapkan nilai-nilai Islam dalam berkeluarga. Kata Kunci: Nilai Islam; Keluarga; Kepemimpinan; Legislatif
IMPLEMENTASI PENGISIAN JABATAN KEPALA DAN WAKIL KEPALA DAERAH BERDASARKAN UUD 1945 DI TENGAH KEBERAGAMAN DAERAH
Authors: Mukti Ridwan
Published: March 2017

The amandement of Article 18 UUD 1945, has brought significant changes in the regional administration. One of the changes associated with  the position of head region, which previously  for this position and for the vice of head region  elected by the Legislative Council, Now it is elected trough election.  Article 18 paragraph (4) UUD 1945 states as follows : " Governor, Regent, and Mayor respectively as head of the provincial government, district, and city elected democratically. " Term " democratically elected " under Article 18 paragraph (4) UUD 1945 is implemented through the provisions of Article 56 paragraph (1) of Law No. 32 of 2004 on Regional Government, which stipulates that all regional heads both governors, regents and mayors elected as a pair of candidates directly by the people. In fact, the provisions of the law apply to all areas without considering the fact different areas , so it has attracted a wide range of issues. Though the constitution does not definitively establish that such electoral procedures. Similarly uniformity to diversity in terms of uniformity of areas including recruitment system or filling the post of regional head felt at odds with the fact of diversity in Indonesia.Keywords : Regional Head; Regional DiversityABSTRAKAdanya perubahan ketentuan Pasal 18 UUD 1945, telah membawa perubahan yang cukup besar pada penyelenggaraan pemerintahan daerah. Salah satu perubahan itu terkait dengan pengisian jabatan kepala daerah, yang sebelumnya kepala daerah dan wakil kepala daerah dipilih oleh Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat Daerah, saat ini telah diubah dengan cara pemilihan secara demokratis. Pasal 18 ayat (4) UUD 1945 menyatakan sebagai berikut : “Gubernur, Bupati, dan Walikota masing-masing sebagai kepala pemerintah daerah provinsi, kabupaten, dan kota dipilih secara demokratis.“ Istilah  “dipilih secara demokratis “ berdasarkan Pasal 18 ayat (4) UUD 1945 tersebut  diimplementasikan melalui ketentuan Pasal 56 ayat (1) Undang-Undang No. 32 Tahun 2004 tentang Pemerintahan Daerah, yang mengatur bahwa semua kepala daerah baik gubernur, bupati dan walikota dipilih dalam satu pasangan calon secara langsung oleh rakyat. Dalam kenyataannya ketentuan undang-undang tersebut diberlakukan untuk semua daerah tanpa mempertimbangkan adanya fakta keberagam daerah, sehingga telah menuai berbagai persoalan. Padahal konstitusi tidak secara definitif menetapkan cara pemilihan demikian itu. Demikian pula uniformitas terhadap keberagaman daerah termasuk dalam hal penyeragaman sistem rekruitmen atau pengisian jabatan kepala daerah dirasakan bertentangan dengan fakta keberagaman Indonesia.Kata Kunci : Kepala Daerah; Keberagaman Daerah
IMPLIKASI KEGIATAN USAHA PENITIPAN DENGAN PENGELOLAAN (TRUST) DALAM AKTIVITAS PERBANKAN TERHADAP PEMBAHARUAN HUKUM PERDATA INDONESIA
Authors: Handayani Tri , Abubakar Lastuti
Published: March 2017

The issuance of Bank Indonesia Regulation No. 14/7/PBI/2012 regarding Trust add more types of agreements in banking practice. From the legal view, the concept of trust is still debatable, given the concept of trust derived from the Anglo-Saxon legal system that recognize dual -ownership. This concept is not recognize in the legal system agreements in Indonesia, but the existence of the trust agreement is possible based on the principle of freedom of contract in contract law. In practical terms, the use of the concept of trust will intersect with the interests of a third party. Some legal issues have been research in this study are how the Trust agreement under the Indonesia Law of contract; how Bank responsibility as Trustee's for any losses, and how the implications of the Trust against renewal Civil Law. This study utilizes a descriptive analysis, using normative juridical approach. We have conclusion such as: Trust  is an agreement that was developed in banking practice based on open systems and the principle of freedom of contract which adopted from Law of contract Based on the agreement, Banks as a trustee shall be liable for losses that incurred caused by Bank negligence in carrying out its functions. Given the concept of custody had unrecognized dual ownership in the Indonesian legal system; hence it is necessary to reform the civil law to accommodate trust activity.

Keywords: Trust; dual-ownership; civil law.
MENINGKATKAN KUALITAS BAHASA INDONESIA MELALUI BAHASA INDONESIA HUKUM ILMIAH
Authors: Harmaen Dheni
Published: March 2017

Legal language is not the language that stands alone, but rather a special Indonesian which applied to the field of law. Statutory language should not leave the rules that apply in Indonesian, both on sentence structure, word origin, meaning and other rules applicable in Indonesian. Conceptual mindset is a practical theory in making a scientific essay, of course, the legal language also have characteristics in accordance with the characters contained in the legal science itself, in some instances the use of legal language different from the general Indonesian language, but the difference is merely casuistry, including the use of language in other scientific, it can be seen from the use of the word which is only valid for a certain science that we call functional language or profession languages. The diversity of Indonesian law in terms of linguistics is a meta language that is diverse results of the study or product of human thought which is not limited to just one language, but also involves other scientific. In light of the language of law, Indonesian law is the primary means for carrying out their profession, so the language professions have different features from a variety of common language.

Keywords: Language; Law; Function; Profession.
Life imitating art: Asian romance movies as a social mirror
Authors: Rahman Khairiah
Published: March 2017

As a genre of mass media, the romance movie has the potential to influence and shape audience’s views on socio-cultural issues of the time (Rahman, 2013). Asian romance movies often depict behaviours that challenge thei moral code such as obeying authority, adherence to cultural norms and putting society before self. For dramatic effect, such movies would often showcase scandalous themes and socially objectionable behaviours which are eventually resolved, indicating a return to socially accepted codes of conduct. There is a clear appreciation of values considered ideal in romantic partnerships including honesty and fidelity. Interestingly, such movies appear to capture the Asian diaspora, challenging social norms and negotiating its values, behaviours and beliefs against foreign elements. This article explores the scandals and consequences portrayed in some of these Asian movies, evaluating the effect this might have on their actors and a receptive audience. Elements of scandal in the personal lives of some of the actors make a case for life and art imitating the other in a cycle of challenge, compromise and conformity.
REVIEW: The ‘woman in red’, media democracy and reviving public trust
Authors: Robie David
Published: March 2017

When the so-called ‘woman in red’ became a reluctant icon of a people’s revolt in Turkey in June, the state violence quickly targeted the news media. Ceyola Sungur, an academic at Istanbul’s Technical University, was projected into instant global fame because of media images of her being blasted at point blank-range with pepper spray by security police. Dressed in a red summer dress, the unarmed and defenceless woman’s defiance in the face of state assaults on protesters demonstrating over plans to remove the city’s central Gezi Park adjoining Taksim Square to make way for mega property development, became an iconic symbol of resistance.
NOTED: Old hands advise the new
Authors: Lee Allan
Published: March 2017

The best journalists are invariably good interviewers, whether they are interrogating a Cabinet minister or getting a shy refugee to open up about her struggle to find work. Excellence in interviewing comes with experience. So when the visiting scientist lapses into technical jargon at his press conference, it’s usually the most experienced journalist in the room who asks ‘the dumb question’.