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Potentially Important Markers in Thyroid Neoplasia: Claudin-1 and MMP-7
Authors: Sayar I , Gürbüzel M
Published: May 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:

Thyroid carcinomas are the most common malignant endocrine tumors, and various immunohistochemical markers are tested in routine practice to reduce diagnostic differences, as well as to elucidate carcinogenesis and detect malignancy. Disruption of basement membranes and the extracellular matrix is an important step in tumor carcinogenesis and progression. The claudin and matrix metalloproteinase families are also thought to be effective in this process.

Aim:

In this retrospective study, the comparative expression of claudin-1 and MMP-7 immunomarkers in normal tissues and thyroid neoplasia were investigated.

Materials and Methods:

Immunohistochemical staining was performed for claudin-1 and matrix metalloproteinase 7 (MMP-7) in 112 sections, including 24 follicular adenomas, 22 follicular carcinomas, 24 medullary carcinomas, 24 papillary carcinomas, and 18 single dominant nodules from thyroid lesions.

Results:

A significant staining difference for claudin-1 was observed in follicular carcinoma and medullary carcinoma, papillary carcinoma, and single dominant nodules compared to normal thyroid tissue. A statistically significant staining difference was observed for MMP-7 in follicular adenoma, medullary carcinoma, and papillary carcinoma compared to normal thyroid tissue.

Conclusions:

These results indicate that claudin-1 and MMP-7 are important in the diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and carcinogenesis of follicular adenoma, follicular carcinoma, medullary carcinoma, papillary carcinoma, and single dominant nodules.
Population Management of Samia cynthia ricini Boisduval (Lepidoptera: Saturniidae) by Eggs Refrigeration and Its Effect on Hatchability, Development, and Fecundity
Authors: Nurkomar Ihsan , Trisnawati Dina Wahyu , Piyasaengthong Narisara , Kirana Putri Nafisah
Published: May 2023

Egg viability, hatchability, and development are significant factors in the natural silk industry. Life cycle modification is an important aspect that must be considered to perform effective and efficient mass-rearing and quality control. This study aimed to improve the mass rearing efficiency of Samia chintya ricini through a life cycle modification technique by refrigeration. The study was conducted by storing S. c. ricini eggs in the refrigerator at a temperature of 5°C for one to seven days. Observations were made on the hatchability, development time, cocoon shell weight, and adult female fecundity. The results showed that the egg refrigeration period affected the hatchability of the eggs. A more extended period of egg refrigeration significantly decreased hatchability. The eggs could develop into adult insects after being stored for one to five days. Meanwhile, none of the eggs hatched successfully after going through a cold storage period of six and seven days. Furthermore, the egg refrigeration period affected the development time of the egg, larvae, pupae, and adult. A more extended period of egg refrigeration results in slower egg and larval development time. But a faster cocoon development time. The refrigeration period did not significantly affect the cocoon shell weight. However, it was affecting adult female fecundity. Total fecundity decreased as the refrigeration period increased with different daily oviposition patterns. This study implies that when the egg population is excessive, the life cycle of S. c. ricini can be delayed for 1-5 days. This method can be implied as a simple life cycle modification technique for eri silkworm cultivation.
Development of Phenol Red Colorimetric RT-LAMP Assay in High-Buffered SARS-CoV-2 Sample
Authors: Rakhmat Putera , Saepuloh Uus , Darusman Huda Shalahuddin
Published: May 2023

Colorimetric RT-LAMP Assay is a diagnostic method that has attracted much attention because of its rapidity, simplicity, and accuracy compared to other disease diagnosis methods. Despite having many advantages, the RT-LAMP Colorimetric Assay has disadvantages, especially for kits that use phenol red as an indicator. The disadvantage derives from the input RNA/DNA samples containing high buffer levels, which causes no color change and false-negative results. This study aimed to develop and optimize the colorimetric RT-LAMP method on high-buffered SARS-CoV-2 RNA samples. We found that a temperature of 69°C for 50 minutes with the addition of post-treatment in the form of heating at 80°C for 10 minutes is an optimal condition for high-buffered SARS-CoV-2 samples. The condition proved effective in changing the result's color from red (negative) to yellow (positive). We also classified the analysis results based on the correlation between the Cycle threshold (Ct) value of SARS-CoV-2 viruses and the Optical Density (OD) value, which was quantified using a spectrophotometer at 415 nm (with a correlation value of -0.9084), where yellow color indicated Ct below 20, amber color indicated Ct between 20 and 30, orange color indicated Ct between 30 and 35, and red indicated Ct more than 35 (negative). In conclusion, this study successfully detects the SARS-CoV-2 virus in high-buffered samples using Phenol Red Colorimetric RT-LAMP Assay, with a sensitivity of 85% for Ct Cutoff 40.
Chemical Composition, Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Antibiofilm, and Cytotoxic Activities of Robusta Coffee Extract (Coffea canephora)
Authors: Suryanti Erma , Dwi Retnowati  , Muhammad Eka Prastya  , Novita Ariani  , Indri Yati  , Vera Permatasari  , Tjandrawati Mozef  , Indah D. Dewijanti  , Apriza Yuswan  , Muhammad Asril  , Elisa Nurma Riana  , Irmanida Batubara
Published: May 2023

Coffee extracts are a rich source of potential compounds with numerous biological activities. This study aimed to investigate the potential of chemical compounds derived from robusta coffee extract (Coffea canephora) and its dominant compound, caffeine, to scavenge free radicals, inhibit bacterial growth and biofilm formation, and cytotoxic properties in human breast adenocarcinoma cell line. Chemical constituents of coffee extract were analysed quantitively for total phenolic, flavonoid, and alkaloid contents, along with Liquid Chromatography Quadrupole-Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS–MS) analysis. Antioxidant activity was measured by 2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and 2,2'-azino-bis; 3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid (ABTS) methods. Antibacterial pair with antibiofilm properties against Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Bacillus subtilis, and Staphylococcus aureus were also determined, as well as cytotoxic activity on the MCF7 cell line model. The LC/MS–MS analysis of coffee extracts revealed high levels of caffeine; thus, the caffeine standard is used in all subsequent assays. Notably, robusta coffee extract showed remarkable antioxidant activity and selective inhibition of the growth against gram-positive and negative bacteria, along with the best inhibition of P. aeruginosa biofilm. However, compared with the caffeine standard, robusta coffee extract had lower cytotoxic activity and different bacterial targets in antibacterial and antibiofilm properties. Our results indicate that Robusta coffee extract is potentially a functional food due to its high alkaloid, phenolic, and flavonoid content and antioxidant activity, besides being used for natural compounds against bacterial infections.
Larvicidal Activity of Ethyl Acetate Leaf Extract of Aegle marmelos (L.) Correa Against Aedes aegypti
Authors: Monica Puspa Sari  , Susilowati Rina Priastini , Timotius Kris Herawan
Published: May 2023

Aegle marmelos leaf contains secondary metabolites that have bioinsecticidal effects.  This study aimed to analyze phytoconstituents of the ethyl acetate extract of Aegle marmelos leaves, its larvicidal activity, and its effects on histopathological changes of the midgut of Aedes aegypti larvae. The ethyl acetate extract was obtained from the concentrated maceration of the leaf powder and analyzed with GCMS. The instar III or IV larvae were used and divided into six groups where each group was exposed to an extract with a concentration of 1%; 4%; 8% and 16%, and one other control group without exposure to such extract. The histopathology of larval midgut was prepared, stained with Hematoxyllin-Eosin, and observed using light microscopy. GC-MS analysis revealed that the extracts contain 8 compounds, Oleic acid, 9-Hexadecenoic acid, Cis-1,3-Eicosenoic acid, Dasycarpidan-1-methanol, acetate (ester), Digitoxin, Z-(13,14-epoxy)tetradeg-11-en-ol acetate; 2,3-dimethyl-5-trifluoromethyl-1-phen-1,4-diol, ethyl iso-allocholate. Probit test revealed that the LC50 value of ethyl acetate extract of Aegle marmelos leaves was 3.917% and histopathological results are damage to brush borders, nucleus and nucleolus, epithelial cells, and hypertrophy of the gastric caeca. The leaf ethyl acetate extract from Aegle marmerlos can be considered as a probable natural insecticide to kill Aedes aegypti. Aegle marmelos can be applied as natural insecticide to eradicate the population of Ae. aegypti.
Bird Sounds Psychological Restorative Effect on The Visitors of Bogor Botanical Garden
Authors: Asahiro Yuriko , Sunkar Arzyana , Budi Hernowo Jarwadi
Published: May 2023

Stress can be defined as psychological and physical tension caused by physical, emotional, social, economic, and occupational, events, or experiences that are difficult to manage or endure. Bird sounds can be a potential solution to reduce stress levels. This study aimed to analyze the effect of bird sounds as a stress restorative on Bogor Botanical Garden visitors. A survey of 100 visitors of Bogor Botanical Garden was conducted based on the Perceived Stress Scale and Perceived Restorativeness Soundscape Scale. Data on respondent characteristics were analyzed using descriptive analysis, the relationship between stress levels and perceived stress restorative effect of bird sound was analyzed using Pearson correlation analysis. The analysis showed that 78% of respondents had moderate to high perceived stress levels and 98% of respondents rated the degree of restoration from bird sounds to be moderate to high. The correlation analysis revealed a negative relationship between the stress level and bird sounds' perceived restorative effect. The older the respondents and the more frequently they visited Bogor Botanical Garden, the higher the perceived stress restorative effect from bird sound.
The Patterns of Restriction Fragment of Several Enzymes to Distinguish Toxoplasma gondii Isolates Virulent and Avirulent Strains using GRA1 and GRA7 Genetic Marker
Authors: Ekawasti Fitrine , Purwanto Eko Setyo , Nepho Farlin , Kurniawati Dyah Ayu , Subekti Didik Tulus , Damayanti Rini , Sa’diah Siti , Cahyaningsih Umi
Published: May 2023

Toxoplasma gondii pathogenicity depends on the type derived from a clonal population. A genetic analysis of the locus has been carried out to determine the different genotypes of T. gondii (strain types I, II, and III) that are associated with human toxoplasmosis. The several genotypes of T. gondii (strain types I, II, and III) that are linked to human toxoplasmosis have been identified through genetic study of the locus. In this investigation, PCR-RFLP was found to be a useful, and simple method genotypic characterization. The objective of this study was to genotyping characterize T. gondii RH and BEV strains isolates by PCR-RFLP using several restriction enzymes. T. gondii tachyzoite DNA was extracted and amplified by PCR using dense granule genetic markers (GRA1 and GRA7) designed with Primer3plus. The amplification were digested using the restriction enzymes. The PCR-RFLP amplified dense granule products was used to classify strains into two genotypes of T. gondii (virulent and avirulent). The results demonstrated that the RFLP patterns of the GRA1 and GRA7 gene area digested by DdeI, MvaI, HinfI, RsaI, and Sau96I enzymes can be used to identify virulent or avirulent strains of T. gondii. Toxoplasma gondii RH and BEV strain produced different digestion product which can be used to distinguished the strains.
Soybean Seeds (Glycine max L.) Extract Against Cytokine Storm in ARDS Rat Model through Inhibiting Inflammation Marker
Authors: Priyandoko Didik , Widowati Wahyu , Afifah Ervi , Sholihah Ika Adhani , Wahyuni Cintani Dewi , Wijayanti Cahyaning Riski , Rizal Rizal
Published: May 2023

Several studies have suggested that "cytokine storms" are significant causes of the severity of COVID-19. Controlling and inhibiting the cytokine storm in COVID-19 could prevent the spread of COVID-19 and saves patient lives. Soybean (Glycine max L.) is known to have various biological activities. This study aims to examine bioactive compounds in SSE and the effect of SSE on the ARDS rats model. A total of 25 Sprague Dawley Lipopolysaccharide-induced rats were used. Determination of serum IL-1β, IL-12, and lung TNF-α levels was performed by ELISA method. NF-κB and IFN-γ expression were determined by the qRTPCR method. IL-6 expressions were analyzed by immunohistochemistry assay. The bleeding, inflammation, and alveolus collapse score were analyzed using the HE staining method. The results showed that SSE could decrease the level of IL-1β, IL-12, TNF-α, IL-6, NF-kB, and IFN-γ and improve the bleeding, inflammation, and alveolus score in the lung. SSE could decrease the pro-inflammatory cytokines and improve lung condition in ARDS rats model.
Modelle im Film. Eine kleine Kinogeschichte
Authors: Waltenspül Sarine
Published: May 2023

Kinematografische Modelle finden sich in Filmen beinahe aller Genres und Zeiten: Ob aus Gründen der Nichtverfügbarkeit der lebensgroßen Objekte (wie im Falle von Raumschiffen), eines unmöglichen Umgangs mit diesen Objekten (wie bei der Sprengung des Weißen Hauses), eines Mangels an Alternativen, ob aus Budgetgründen oder einfach aus Liebhaberei und Fetischismus. Trotz dieser anhaltenden Präsenz von Modellen in der Geschichte des Kinos blieben und bleiben sie oft unsichtbar – nicht nur in den Filmen selbst, sondern auch in der Filmgeschichtsschreibung. Wie sieht eine Geschichte des Kinos aus, die anstelle von großen Regisseuren, teuren Filmen, genialen Erfindungen und vielzitierten Theorien kleine, marginal erscheinende und meist unsichtbare materielle Objekte in den Fokus rückt? Welche Probleme und welche Potenziale birgt das Skalierte und wie wurde zu unterschiedlichen Zeiten mit diesen umgegangen? Wurde versucht, die Probleme zu lösen, sie beherrschbar zu machen, oder wurden eher die Potenziale produktiv gemacht? Welche Strategien zur Unsichtbarmachung oder eben Sichtbarmachung von Modellen gab und gibt es und wie hingen diese Strategien mit der jeweiligen kinematografischen und gesellschaftlichen Gegenwart zusammen? Kinematografische Modelle sind Kippfiguren zwischen Illusionismus und Repräsentationskritik, zwei zentrale Pole der Filmpraxis und -theorie im 20. und 21. Jahrhundert.
Attachment to land: Land Reform and the Anglican Church of Southern Africa
Authors: Pienaar Jean
Published: May 2023

The land and the people are inextricably linked and inter-dependent. Place attachment provides a useful lens through which to examine land reform and people’s attachment to land. Sebastien’s framework of place identity and place dependence is used to appreciate how place attachment is expressed in the ancient biblical texts of Psalm 37 and Matthew’s Beatitudes despite lack of ownership. In contexts of injustice, place attachment was able to provide hope for the disenfranchised. The framework for place attachment is further applied to the more recent context of land reform in South Africa. The lessons from appreciating place attachment and the complexity of land as more than just an economic tradeable asset can provide valuable lessons to the Anglican Church of Southern Africa in redressing some of the many injustices of the past by appreciating the complexity of land, contributing to the conversation, and assisting the poor and marginalised as they create opportunities for the sustainable development of church land as responsible stewards fulfilling the Gospel imperative.
The Utilization of the Old Testament in the Book of Acts of the Apostles
Authors: Adewumi Adeyinka Samson , Olaniyi Abiola A. , Oyekan Funke E.
Published: May 2023

The paper entitled “The Utilization of the Old Testament in the Book of Acts of the Apostles” arose from the need to contextualize the scripture in contemporary usage as it relates to Africans. The study examines the Book of Acts in perspective, the engagement of the Old Testament in Acts of the Apostles, and the implications of the usage of the Old Testament in the contextual delivery of the Gospel for theological enterprise on the African continent. The paper employed an analytical method with descriptive and comparative approaches to analyze the usage of the Old Testament in the New Testament document under study and utilized a contextual comparison of the references in the selected verses of the Book of Acts. Findings show that the usage of the Old Testament by the writer of Acts was unique. In the book of Acts
of the Apostles, a number of portions engage with the Old Testament using historical, thematic, theological, cultural, and other elements. Examples include 1:20-21; 2:17-21; 4:25 and 7:49-50. Findings show that the engagement of the Old Testament by the author of Acts was quite systematic and exploratory. These findings have implications for African theological enterprise, particularly in Nigeria. The delivery of the Gospel should engage the elements of culture and sociological peculiarities. It is recommended that theological educators should make efforts to reach and develop the faith of Africans with the wealth of their cultural and social peculiarities
without compromising the centrality of Christ in the gospel delivery as typified by the usage of the Old Testament in Acts of the Apostles. In conclusion, the usage of the Old Testament in Acts of the Apostles could be further explored in contextualizing theological knowledge .
Interpersonal Conflicts in Students from Different Customs and Cultures at a Theological School
Authors: Widjaja Imron , Paskah Kharis , Putrawan Bobby Kurnia , Manik Novida Dwici Yuanri
Published: May 2023

In personal life, people tend to experience conflict, both personal and interpersonal, and often this is between groups. This conflict arises due to a tendency toward aggressive attitudes, both personal and social. One aspect that causes conflict is differences in customs and cultures. The students of the Periago Theological High School come from various ethnicities and cultures and cannot be separated from conflicts, especially interpersonal conflicts. Thus, this study aims to find out how the state of interpersonal conflict is related to the tendency to be aggressive due to the differences in the customs and cultures between students. The research method used was a quantitative method. While the results of this study are based on interpersonal conflicts between students that occur in circumstances where differences in customs and culture affect students, there is also tendency to behave aggressively due to a lack of understanding of Christian religious education among college students. In addition, there is a strong relationship where interpersonal conflict with tendencies toward aggressive behavior greatly affects students if the Christian religious education that students receive is well understood.
The Use of Podcasts as a Learning Strategy in Christian Education in Developing Senior High School Students’ Creativity in the Digital Era: A Case Study
Authors: Silalahi Haposan , Silalahi Mery , Saragih Ordekoria
Published: May 2023

The use of podcasts as a learning strategy in Christian education aims to focus on students study areas and make them think creatively about what they hear, so that what is being learned can be properly implemented because students are actively involved in the discussion and get immediate feedback from what was discussed. This study examined the senior high school students' creativity towards Christian education about "love, sex, and dating" in terms of their activities in answering questions. The quantitative data was obtained from the responses of as sample of the first-grade students that enrolled in a Christian education subject in SMAN 3 Tarutung. Questionnaires were given to them to respond to in order to assess the students' creativity based on the Guilford Theory of Creativity. The collected data was analyzed quantitatively from the students' answers by using the percentage of how many responses there were (fluency), how many types of responses there were (flexibility), the unusualness of the responses (originality), and the detail of the responses (elaboration). The Guilford theory system was used to quantify the relative level of students' creativity, and then to arrive at the conclusion of this study, the collected data was analyzed quantitatively. The result showed a significant difference in students' creativity in understanding Christian education relating to "Love, Sex, and Dating" after using podcasts to convey the material along with two informants who were experts in Christian education. This study has an important contribution to make in helping academicians improve and enhance their teaching strategies to achieve the desired objectives of using podcasts as a learning strategy in Christian education so as to develop students' creativity optimally.
A Historiography of Victory: R.J. Rushdoony’s Christian Philosophy of History as Constitutive of his Postmillennial Theopolitics
Authors: Schlebusch Jan Adriaan
Published: May 2023

The twentieth-century Calvinist philosopher-theologian, Rousas John Rushdoony is considered to be the father of the 1950s Christian Reconstructionist movement in the United States—a movement dedicated to advancing the idea that Biblical ethics should be perpetually normative for all societies, including in the civil realm. In essence this was a social theory and Rushdoony based his Christian Reconstructionism on his idea of theonomy, which he considered to be the only alternative to the heresy of antinomianism, the rejection of Divine Law. His theonomic principle, the basis of his Christian Reconstructionist political position and engagement, was rhetorically sanctioned by a distinct eschatological optimism, which was in turn shaped by his distinctly Christian historiography—a philosophy of history for which he was, via the DutchAmerican philosopher Cornelius van Til, largely indebted to the Christian-historicists of the nineteenth-century, in particular the Swiss scholar Jean-Henri Merle d’Aubigne. By means of the phenomenological-narrative approach of the contemporary philosopher of history, David Carr, this article amplifies how Rushdoony's philosophy of history played an integral role in shaping his eschatological optimism or postmillennialism in which the expectation that the preaching of the gospel in the contemporary age will result in amazing revivals, and this will mean that before Christ returns, the world’s inhabitants will for the most part, be considered to be Christian in orientation. Rushdoony consciously employed this notion as a narrative framework that sanctioned his distinct theopolitical position and engagement. The role of Rushdoony’s distinctly Christian philosophy of history in terms of narratively sanctioning his postmillennial theopolitics, is thereby amplified in a novel way.
Experimental Models of the Lateritic Minerals Drying Kinetics at High Temperatures
Authors: Enrique Torres Tamayo , Carlos Zalazar , José Morales , Daniel Carrión , Edison Iza , Edgar Reinoso , Ever Góngora
Published: May 2023

In the present investigation, a study of the drying kinetics of lateritic mineral samples is carried out and the adjustment of the theoretical models exposed in the specialized literature with the data obtained during the experimentation is evaluated. The variation of humidity, drying speed, and drying time for temperatures between 100 ºC and 500ºC were analyzed. In addition, for each of the temperatures studied, the adjustment constants of the theoretical models were determined. From the comparison of the theoretical models, it is established that the Modified Page model is more adjusted to the behavior obtained from the lateritic mineral. From the analysis of the drying curves, it is concluded that the lateritic mineral has a non-hygroscopic behavior.
Entrevista Antropólogo no pedaço: entrevista com José Guilherme Cantor Magnani
Authors: Côrtes Loureiro Bárbara , Maciel da Silva Igor
Published: May 2023

Entrevista com José Guilherme Cantor Magnani
Virus in motion: notas sobre turismo mochileiro em tempos de pandemia
Authors: Monteiro Silva Igor
Published: May 2023

O presente artigo tematiza algumas repercussões da pandemia do COVID-19 entre mochileiros: sujeitos que buscam efetuar suas viagens a partir da “independência” frente às agências turísticas, flexibilidade de itinerários, maior tempo em trânsito, “orçamento enxuto”, contatos com distintos sujeitos (locais e viajantes) e engajamentos em atividades não roteirizadas. Dois conjuntos de questões serão aqui explorados: os efeitos político-sociais do coronavírus entre sujeitos que ainda estavam “na estrada”, provocando ações de lida com situações de fechamento de fronteiras, conflitos com agentes dos Estados receptores e com a comunidade local, estigmatizações, vôos de repatriação, constituição de redes de solidariedade para abrigo, alimentação e cuidados também emocionais e; o posicionamento, diante da pandemia, de plataformas digitais e redes sociais virtuais, responsáveis em grande medida pelo estímulo e provisão de informações para a realização dos empreendimentos viáticos de muitos mochileiros.
A festa como modo de existir e resistir ao lazer colonizado
Authors: Drumond de Brito Cristiane Miryam , De Magalhães Borges Raquel , Franco Monteiro Cláudia
Published: May 2023

Nessa escrita, nos desafiamos a pensar lazeres contra coloniais, ou a festa, como os entendemos. A primeira ideia que temos é que a festa existe e resiste desde antes da colonização até os dias atuais, e, mesmo com várias tentativas de apagamento, ela está presente. Circulamos pelo pensamento de Nêgo Bispo, que nos provocou a refletir sobre a festa nas tradições afrodiaspóricas e indígenas e sua resistência em algumas comunidades e, em especial, no grupo cultural Meninas de Sinhá. Tais ideias nos conduziram à superação do lazer, por sua linearidade, e nos aproximaram da circularidade da festa. Nos levou a entender que precisamos (re) criar, (re) apropriar o tempo festivo. Assim, a contra colonização consiste num paradigma urgente a repercutir no campo dos Estudos do Lazer com potencial para acessar fronteiras exaltadas pela diversidade e como caminho para o envolvimento em vivências orgânicas e sensíveis em que circulam saberes e memórias.
O turismo como instrumento de lazer e transformação
Authors: Alvim Côrtes Lucília
Published: May 2023

O presente estudo observa a relevância dos processos interculturais presentes na atividade turística e o papel multidisciplinar do turismo como fonte de lazer, cultura e qualidade de vida. Demonstrar o papel educacional do turismo e a relevância da atividade turística como ferramenta de lazer, transformadora e capaz de contribuir para o desenvolvimento de competências interculturais, é o objetivo do trabalho, que observa não apenas o desenvolvimento de competências em grupos específicos de turistas, mas os impactos positivos e negativos nas populações envolvidas na atividade turística. A partir de indicadores aplicados à educação para o turismo, onde foram analisados os impactos das atividades turísticas de cunho educacional no desenvolvimento de competências naqueles que participam direta ou indiretamente dessas atividades, o presente estudo ilumina, nas atividades de lazer em geral, um potencial formador e mobilizador. Trata-se de uma pesquisa fundamental qualitativa intensiva, com complementação de dados quantitativos e técnicas mistas de recolha de dados, dada a diversidade etária e sociodemográfica do público-alvo. Os resultados do estudo corroboram a relevância dos impactos das atividades turísticas nos mais diversos setores da sociedade e em escala global.
300 KW Grid Connected Rooftop Solar PV Power Plant
Authors: Bhargavi Paidi , Rupa Pitta , Yamuna Kuppa , Deborah Nakka Leela , Gondesi Anand
Published: May 2023

With the intent of reducing carbon footprints on the energy used for a Commercial unit in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India has considered going with a 300KW Solar PV Power Plant connected to Grid with a Grid Intertie Inverter to convert generated DC power from Solar to AC Power. Thus, the latest Photovoltaic Technology called Mono facial has been used with a 550Wp PV Module has been utilized to generate desired energy from the system. The goal of this project is to demonstrate the feasibility of solar power as a reliable source of clean energy, and to contribute to the transition towards a more sustainable energy system. The proposed plant is at a location in Resapuvanipalem, Dwarakanagar, Visakhapatnam District with 15 Deg Fixed tilt and detailed aspects of Engineering, procurement and construction were considered to generate a minimum 14000KWh per year and the same is captured within this paper.
CHARACTERIZATION OF THE ORAL HEALTH OF INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AT CERCI PORTALEGRE
Authors: Balseiro Carla , Barata David , Lopes Denise , Rego João , Viriato Marinela , Lourenço Micaela , Morgado Sofia
Published: May 2023

Introduction: At the present time, progress has been made between the relation in oral health and general health. Therefore, deepen knowledge of the oral health status of a population is essential for the establishment of health promotion measures. Since populations with special needs require a multidisciplinary approach, it is even more important to define these measures. The first step will be to establish the baseline values of a population, and thus to better understand their oral health needs. Objectives: This work aims to characterize the oral health status of a population with special needs at Cerci Portalegre. Methods: After obtaining the informed consent of the heads of the institution and the individuals’ legal guardians, as well as the consent of the individuals, the observation of the oral cavity was carried out to collect the present and past history of dental caries using the DMFT index (index of decayed, missing and filled teeth) and the evaluation of bacterial plaque accumulation on the dental surface by the DI’S index (bacterial plaque index). Results: Forty individuals were observed, 29 men and 11 women, with a mean age of 35 years. It was observed that these individuals had a mean value of DMFT of 4.7 decayed, missing and filled teeth, with no statistically significant difference between men and women (p=0.952). The mean value of DI’S was 2.02 which represents a high value of bacterial plaque accumulation which, being an etiological factor of oral diseases, indicates a risk of developing oral health problems. Conclusions: Patients with disabilities in most cases require more care at the level of oral health, due to their physical and mental inability to perform correct oral hygiene habits. Therefore, promoting oral health and educational measures may play a relevant role in the study population for the prevention of oral health problems and consequently other health problems.
CONTRIBUTOS DO PROJETO PERSOPARAGE PARA A TRANSIÇÃO DIGITAL NOS TERRITÓRIOS ENVELHECIDOS
Authors: Patrício Maria , Gil Henrique , Meirinhos Manuel
Published: May 2023

Uma sociedade digital, inclusiva e orientada para o cidadão com oportunidades para todos tem que oferecer as competências para enfrentar os desafios da transição digital. Esta mudança exige políticas específicas de base territorial que privilegiem a diversidade e especificidade geográfica dos seus contextos e populações. É neste sentido que o projeto PerSoParAge pretendeu contribuir apresentando propostas, tendo em vista a definição de políticas territoriais para a inclusão e literacia digital dos territórios envelhecidos do interior do país. A análise do território do interior de Portugal foi realizada com base em métodos quantitativos e qualitativos, através de inquérito por questionário acerca da utilização das TIC aplicado à população com mais de 55 anos dos distritos de Castelo Branco, Guarda e Portalegre. A amostra compreendeu 408 indivíduos e os dados foram alvo de análise estatística descritiva e análise de conteúdo. Os resultados indicam que as populações mais envelhecidas, com baixo nível de escolaridade e residentes em zonas rurais, têm dificuldades de acesso às redes digitais, reduzida utilização de dispositivos tecnológicos e da internet, bem como níveis significativos de exclusão e iliteracia digital. Urge investir a nível digital nos territórios do interior do país, desenvolvendo-os, e nas pessoas mais envelhecidas, capacitando-as e incluindo-as digitalmente.
Policy Reconstruction towards Justice Collaborator Determination of Corruption Cases based on Legal Certainty and Benefits Aspects
Authors: Setiyono Setiyono , Wahid Eriyantouw , Suka’arsana I Komang
Published: May 2023

One of the problems that sometimes arises in the law enforcement process in the eradication of corruption crimes is the problem related to determining the status as a witness for cooperating perpetrators or justice collaborators in solving a corruption case. The existence of several problems stemming from the inequality of understanding or not having unification of policies in determining the status of the perpetrator as a cooperating perpetrator witness or justice collaborator along with the benefits arising from the determination of the cooperating perpetrator witness or justice collaborator certainly creates legal uncertainty and also does not provide benefits or utility for the party who is determined as a cooperating perpetrator witness or justice  collaborator. The reconstruction of the policy of establishing appropriate legal norms aims to regulate the recognition or recognition and understanding or perception of the same legally regarding the determination of the status of cooperating perpetrator witnesses or justice collaborators that apply from the examination stage at the investigation level to the examination stage at the court level even up to the implementation of its execution in order to create the principle of legal certainty for the Defendant who is designated as  cooperating perpetrator witnesses or justice collaborators.
Comparison of Bentonite Characteristics Before and After be Used as Coagulan of Liquid Tofu Waste
Authors: Yuliana Ayu , Mohadi Risfidian , Arsyad Fitri Suryani , Safaruddin Safaruddin
Published: May 2023

Bentonite obtained from East Java is a Ca-Bentonite type which has been activated with H2SO4 20% based on the XRF results which showed CaO level of 4.15%. Bentonite can be reused after being applied as a coagulant and its based on the results of the Bentonite XRD diffractogram pattern before and after being applied as a coagulant that doesn’t have a significant change of 2q, including the 2q montmorillonite at 21,98? (516,42 cps), 35,47? (384,43 cps), 62,26? (100,66 cps) to 22? (436,22 cps), 35,47? (326,46 cps), 62,79? (65,79 cps) and 2q of quartz (SiO2) at 26,5? (607,56 cps) to 26,53? (537,65 cps). The optimum coagulation conditionsis when height of bentonite is 900 mg in 50 mL of liquid tofu waste pH 2, its can remove turbidity by 98% and TSS by 84.6%.
Motivation of Young Generation to Create A Generation of Excellent Achievement and Character in Lampung Province
Authors: Irawan Sahrul Ari , Pu’adi M. Ilham , Silviyanti Serly , Syafani Tyas Sekartiara , Herman Herman
Published: May 2023

The low sense of enthusiasm in the work of the younger generation makes the next generation of the nation will be hindered from achieving their goals in the future.  Various factors make it difficult for the younger generation to work and find their identity by finding and honing their life skills.  The current globalization and the lack of love for reading and writing literacy are one of the biggest causes for the younger generation to find it difficult to achieve a generation of excellence, achievement, and character.  The purpose of this study is to find out the efforts that can be made to increase the enthusiasm of the younger generation and to know the efforts that can be made to compile and achieve success tips in achieving goals for a better generation.  This research was conducted by a survey of the younger generation in Lampung Province with a qualitative approach, in terms of literature study analysis or case study.  Research has conducted in 35 locations consisting of schools, organizations, Islamic boarding schools, and groups of youth communities (young generation).  The result of this study is that the usual motivation to raise enthusiasm or motivation is to apply the friendship facilitator method, achievement motivation training (AMT), and Training Within Industry (TWI).  Success tips that can arouse the enthusiasm of the younger generation to achieve their goals are to record plans and set goals, always believe in abilities, always thirst for experience and knowledge, network, and maintain self-optimism.
The Impact of Gamification on Female Gen Z Users’ Continuance Intention to Use Digital Payment Method in Jakarta
Authors: Jesslyn Audrey Thalia , Adaora Chiquita , Justianto Jerry S. , Amanda Irene Bunga
Published: May 2023

The rapid advancement in technology today has altered the way and conduct of customers when making purchases. Almost every part of life has started to change from conventional to digital. This is relevant, for example, in the case of payment transactions. The large number of e-commerce industries, online transportation, and payment systems through digital payment applications reflect Indonesia's rapid digitalization. The payment system emerged as a revolution that transformed the cash payment system into a non-cash payment system. GoPay, OVO, Dana, Linkaja, Qris, Shopee Pay Later, Doku, and other digital payment methods are currently available in Indonesia. The aim of this study was to examine the impact of the gamification on the intention to continue using the Digital Payment Services. This form of study is known as quantitative analysis. This study's data source is primary data collected from digital payment users in Indonesia.
The Effect of Work Facilities and Motivation on Teacher Performance at SDIT Tunas Ilmu Tanjungpinang
Authors: Kusumah Surya
Published: May 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of work facilities and motivation on teacher performance at SDIT Tunas Ilmu Tanjungpinang. Teacher performance is the ability and effort of teachers to carry out learning tasks as well as possible in planning teaching programs, implementing learning activities and evaluating learning outcomes. This research uses quantitative methods. The research sample used was a saturated sample of 50 people. The data collection technique in this study was to use a 5-point likert scale in the form of a questionnaire with a total of 30 questions. The data analysis method is carried out using the validity test analysis method, reliability test, normality test, and hypothesis test. The results of this study show that work facilities affect teacher performance with a significant level (0.001 < 0.05), and motivation affects teacher performance with a significant level (0.000 < 0.05), the conclusion of this study is that there is an influence of work facilities and motivation together on teacher performance at SDIT Tunas Ilmu Tanjungpinang with a significant level (0.000 < 0.05).
Integrative-Interconnective Model: Implementation in Islamic Religious Education Curriculum Development in Muhammadiyah Schools
Authors: Zahroh Ummu Afifah Nuriyatu , Hamami Tasman , Bahri Samsul
Published: May 2023

Education in Indonesia has long been trapped in a dichotomy between religious knowledge and general science. As a result, it can lead to educational dualism at the practical level which in turn will result in a decline in educational outcomes. To unravel the split in knowledge between religious science and general science, a multi- and interdisciplinary paradigm is needed in the form of integrative-interconnective science. This paper aims to analyze the implementation of the development of Islamic Religious Education curriculum materials with an integrative-interconnective model in Muhammadiyah boarding schools. The type of research chosen in this paper is qualitative research with literature studies. The application of the integrative-interconnective model in the Islamic Religious Education curriculum needs to pay attention to three main principles, namely; hadarah al-nash, which serves as a cultural buffer for religious texts, hadarah al-'Ilm (science and technology), and hadarah al-falsafah (ethical-emancipatory culture). This gives the meaning that all learning materials must be sourced from the Al-Qur'an, therefore the Al-Qur'an must be the main reference in this matter. In addition, it must also be supported by scientific facts that have been proven empirically, so that its credibility can be recognized, and it needs to be supported by principles that originate from conscience or intuition. If these three principles can be implemented in learning materials, then it will be able to create comprehensive learning and understanding.
Birocracy Politization Typology in Structural Official Replacement (Case Study in Regional Government of North Maluku Province)
Authors: Muhidin Bustamil , Suswanta Suswanta
Published: May 2023

The phenomenon of structural structural change in the regional government bureaucracy is still colored by the practice of politicization. This politicization is carried out with various types including functional types, formal types and administrative types. These various types are used to select and place people who are considered capable of securing and protecting the powers of regional heads. the study aims to find out Birocracy Politization Typology in Structural Official Replacement in terms of functional politicization types. This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. This study found out that the change of structural officials carried out after the election of regional heads and the deciding variable of bureaucratic politicization is the regulation that forms the legal basis for replacing structural officials with politicization indicators, which are practices, mechanisms and authority in the replacement of structural officials.
Factors Determining The Adoption of E-Procurement in Developing Countries: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Zulkarnain Zulkarnain , Muda Iskandar , Kesuma Sambas Ade
Published: May 2023

Technology is present to have an impact on business processes, E-Procurement is one form of this technological development. E-Procurement is a transaction for the procurement of goods and services by using internet services as a connecting tool in the transaction process. This research investigates the determinants of adopting e-procurement in several developing countries. This study reinforces the results of previous research on the determinants of E-Procurement adoption presented in the form of a systematic literature review (SLR). To evaluate and understand the patterns or themes of the selected documents, a systematic literature review is then carried out. In this study, 157 documents from various countries were published in peer-reviewed journals from 2000-2022 which were systematically reviewed. The results of the study reveal that in general the determinants of an entity in adopting E-Procurement are politics, socio-economic, demographic, geographical, government regulations, supplier participation and intentions, external organizational pressure, internal organizational support, network connectivity/integration, increased task or convenience in work, organizational culture, perception of resources, company size, electronic systems for processing orders and invoicing, organizational factors, readiness factors, supply factors, strategic factors, policy factors, innovation factors (Trust, Excellence/ benefits and image) moderating factors (uncertainty), Current Problems, Facilitators, inhibitors, potential benefits, Quality of Information (Online Information, Purchasing Procedures) and Quality of Logistics Fulfillment (accuracy of orders fulfilled, timely orders fulfilled).
Analysis of Factors Influencing The Acceptance of Hospital Management Information System (SIMRS)
Authors: Tandijono Paulina Livia
Published: May 2023

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Health Learning Management at Noongan Hospital, Minahasa Regency
Authors: Mamuaja Pricilia P , Katuuk Deitje A , Paturusi Achmad , Lengkong Jeffry S. J.
Published: May 2023

The purpose of this study is to analyze and describe the management of health learning in the community health center at Noongan Hospital, Minahasa Regency. Health learning management is a form of learning management that focuses on nursing care services in its role as an educator. The results showed that health learning management has been carried out by Noongan Hospital, which is the current research location. The stages of health learning are through the assessment carried out by the nurse through the assessment of patients, the planning made by the nurse referring to the results of the assessment, the implementation of learning carried out by the nurse using demonstration methods, instructions and videos and evaluations carried out by the supervision team as well as periodic evaluations carried out by the head of the room. Noongan Hospital has sufficient resources in the implementation of health learning management, however, there are still weaknesses and shortcomings that need to be addressed, especially by the hospital and especially the head of the hospital so that health learning management can be more optimized to support the improvement of more optimal health service quality.
Islah Reconciliation in The Iddah Period as Resolution of Divorce based on Sigmund Freud's Perspective
Authors: Fuad Anisul , Sugianto Sugianto , Sumanta Sumanta , Sumanta Sumanta , Setyawan Edy
Published: May 2023

Divorce is heavily influenced by emotional and psychological factors of husband and wife in litigation. Before the process of determining a divorce decision, Islamic law regulates reconciliation which can be a solution to divorce cases by trying to re-establish an understanding of husband and wife togetherness to be re-established. This study aims to explain the context of reconciliation as a resolution to divorce from Sigmund Freud's perspective. This research uses descriptive qualitative method. The results of the study show that the decision to divorce between husband and wife is often present due to the presence of ego in either husband or wife who feels the need to be understood but does not get reciprocity as expected. In addition, the decision to divorce is also influenced by basic human instincts that want to satisfy their desires, either with or without careful consideration. Therefore, islah reconciliation as a resolution is a wise step in which the path of islah reconciliation is carried out by raising the awareness of the husband and wife about the main purpose of marriage