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Does Performance Evaluation Mattered? An Explanation from Literature Study
Authors: Mirza. BR Aryan Danil , Mareta Fitri
Published: February 2025

Performance evaluation aims to improve human resources to accelerate the achievement of organizational goals. This systematic review identifies individual performance evaluation indicators and builds a reliable information system based on errors in evaluating performance. This research is qualitative. This research uses secondary data using a literature study approach. A systematic literature search was conducted for peer-reviewed articles published from 1991 to 2022 that discussed performance evaluation. Bibliographical databases include Science Direct, Emerald, JSTOR, and Osiris. Articles must identify individual performance appraisal factors and errors in performance evaluation. The results identify that the organization carries out performance evaluations aimed at reviewing individual performance to determine each individual's potential so that it can be adjusted to the organization's reward and punishment standards. However, several individual performance appraisal factors and errors in a performance evaluation that have important implications for practice are caused by the hello effect, horns effect, central tendency, and strictness and leniency. This study has several limitations because this review covers a range of performance evaluation topics, ignoring many other papers that could provide meaningful insights. Further research can expand the topic of discussion related to performance evaluation indicators, especially in Indonesia. In addition, this review explicitly discusses performance evaluation in the private sector. Further research can specifically discuss public sector performance evaluation so that it has an impact on improving public sector performance and encouraging Good Corporate Governance (GCG).
Pembelajaran Inklusi Pajak Berbasis PBL
Authors: Afifah Jasmine , Arniati Arniati , Mayasari Mega , Anggreini Viona Salsabila , Yulianingsih Siska Ayu
Published: February 2025

This research aims to determine whether a tax inclusion program through Project Based Learning (PBL) in developing an educational version of e-filing tax application can educate students about taxation and how to report taxes. The research also aims to understand the implications of tax inclusion through PBL in developing the educational version of e-filing tax application on students' tax awareness. The sampling was done using purposive sampling technique, with the criteria of fourth, sixth, and eighth semester students from the Department of Computer Engineering and the Department of Business Management at Batam State Polytechnic who were directly involved in the process of developing the educational version of e-filing tax application project. This research is a qualitative descriptive study. The results of this research show that the implementation of tax inclusion through PBL has successfully educated students about taxation. This includes understanding of PPh, NPWP, EFIN and the differences in SPT, which include SPT 1770SS, 1770S, and 1770 for individual taxpayers, and SPT 1771 for corporate taxpayers. The implications of the tax inclusion program through PBL have led to an increase in students' tax awareness, as evidenced by their understanding of tax benefits and their awareness and willingness to report and pay taxes.
Analysis of the Implementation and Impact of Green Accounting on the Profitability of the Tofu Factory in Kuamang Ujung Gading Village, West Pasaman District
Authors: Yosiska Tia , Nasution Yenni Samri Juliati , Kusmilawaty Kusmilawaty
Published: February 2025

This research aims to assess the implementation of Green Accounting in managing waste produced by tofu factories and to examine the impact of expenditure costs resulting from Green Accounting implementation on the profitability of the Tofu Factory in Kuamang Ujung Gading Village, West Pasaman District. Primary data serves as the source for this study. Data collection methods include observation, interviews, documentation, and surveys conducted at the research site using qualitative descriptive methodology. Findings indicate suboptimal implementation of Green Accounting at the Kuamang Ujung Gading Tofu Factory, focusing solely on solid waste such as tofu dregs, which are resold for animal feed, while liquid waste remains untreated, with only two wastewater storage ponds available. Insufficient capacity in treating tofu wastewater leads to overflow during rainfall, contaminating nearby water bodies and agricultural lands. Additionally, the factory lacks recording reports on expenses related to tank or holding pond construction, thus hindering an accurate assessment of their impact on business profitability.
Recovery or Illusion? Assessing Corporate Performance and Investor Views in the Aftermath of Crisis
Authors: Qadri Resi Ariyasa , Jawak Maureen Novita
Published: February 2025

This research is dedicated to examining the pre-and-post impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the financial outcomes and market perceptions within the consumer goods industry, specifically focusing on the food and beverage segment. Employing a purposive sampling strategy for data collection and difference testing methods for analysis, this study adopts a quantitative approach to fulfill its objectives. The analysis incorporated a final sample comprising 15 companies within the food and beverage sector. Market perception was assessed using Tobin's Q ratio, while financial performance was evaluated through five distinct ratios. These ratios were subjected to an exhaustive examination utilizing both parametric and non-parametric difference tests. The empirical results reveal that, except for the debt ratio, which remained statistically unchanged, the other four ratios"”current ratio, total assets turnover ratio, return on investment ratio, and earnings per share ratio"”exhibited significant alterations pre-and-post-pandemic. Market valuation remained consistent across the temporal divide. This investigation contributes valuable insights into the financial health and market perceptions of companies, offering investors a refined basis for making informed decisions. Furthermore, this study underscores the applicability of signaling theory within the realm of accounting research.
Effects of Perceived Ease of Use, Security, Perceived Usefulness, and Trust on the Use of E-Wallet "DANA" on ZXY Polytechnic Students
Authors: Ningsih Afrina Nurulda , Andayani Nur Rahmah
Published: February 2025

Nowadays, technological developments have an impact on business transactions, including payment systems. One of the tangible proofs of the technological development of this digital payment system is a digital wallet or e-wallet. This study aims to determine, test, and identify the extent to which the variables perceived ease of use, security, perceived usefulness, and trust have an influence on ZXY Polytechnic students in using the DANA e-wallet. This study uses a quantitative approach with the number of samples taken as many as 96 respondents and the population comes from ZXY Polytechnic students who are determined by nonprobability sampling techniques using the quota sampling method. The data collection technique is by literature study and distributing questionnaires. Data processing techniques using SPSS version 29.0. The results of this study indicate that the variables perceived ease of use and security do not have a significant effect on interest in use. While the variables of perceived usefulness and trust have a significant effect on interest in use.
Determinants of Partner Work Productivity at The Central Statistics Agency of Labuhanbatu District
Authors: Hansyah Praida , Siregar Firman Martua
Published: February 2025

Organizations that pay attention to work productivity are organizations that in human resources have succeeded in making good use of all the capabilities of their human resources effectively and efficiently. The purpose of this study is to prove the effect of Recruitment and Selection and Human Resources Quality on Work Productivity of increasingly dynamic organizations. The number of samples is 100 samples. The data collection technique was carried out by providing a list of questions or questionnaires online google form with sampling techniques that qualified this research was purposive sampling with SmartPLS data analysis. The results of the research hypothesis test that Recruitment and Selection do not affect Work Productivity both positively and significantly. Other test results of HR Quality variables have a decent significance on Work Productivity. Finally, this study succeeded in providing information that between Recruitment and Selection with HR Quality has a very strong correlation
An Evaluation of Determinants Influencing Employee Adherence to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Usage in Mitigating Occupational Accident Risks within a Manufacturing Firm in Batam
Authors: Mulyana Andi Erna , Sinaga Ledy Bagindayana
Published: February 2025

This study aims to examine the factors influencing employee adherence to the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) within a private manufacturing company in Batam. The study population consists of all production department employees at the company, totaling 87 respondents. A quantitative research design was employed, utilizing a cross-sectional approach and correlation analysis. The relationship between independent variables"”age, tenure, knowledge, availability of PPE, and HSE supervision"”and the dependent variable of PPE compliance was assessed using the chi-square test in SPSS 24. The findings indicate that age, tenure, PPE availability, and HSE supervision do not significantly influence or correlate with employee PPE compliance. In contrast, the knowledge variable demonstrates a significant influence on PPE compliance among employees.
The Influence Of Customer Experience And Product Quality On Customer Satisfaction Through Buying Decisions For Eiger Outdoor Gear Products In Pekanbaru City
Authors: Asrilsyak Sharnuke
Published: February 2025

This study was conducted with the aim of knowing the effect of Customer Experience and Product Quality on Customer Satisfaction through Buying Decisions in the Pekanbaru city community. The population in this study were the people of Pekanbaru city who had shopped at Eierg products in Pekanbaru City. Sampling in this study was carried out using the purposive sampling technique, so the number of samples in this study was 135 respondents. The data analysis method of this study uses the Structural Equation Modeling - Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) analysis method with SmartPLS software version 4.1.0.2. The results showed a positive and significant influence between customer experience and Buying Decisions. There is a positive and significant influence between Product Quality and Buying Decisions. There is a positive and significant influence between Buying Decisions and Customer Satisfaction. There is a positive and significant influence between customer experience and Customer Satisfaction through Buying Decisions. There is a positive and significant influence of social media marketing on consumer satisfaction through Buying Decisions.
Improving Port Performance and Modeling Its Impact Using BPM and BPMN Simulation: A Case Study of Batu Ampar Port
Authors: Olifia Jessica
Published: February 2025

This research discusses the cargo terminal at Batu Ampar Batam port. The root cause of the low performance is that the flow of data and information, both internal and external, has not been well systemed. This research helps improve the cargo terminal business processes, especially those related to its dwelling time performance. Business process improvement is carried out by combining BPM methods in the form of streamlining and benchmarking processes and referring to regulations related to the implementation of Inaportnet at ports. In addition, the results of the improvement were also tested for their impact with the simulation method using the BPMN simulation tool, Visual Paradigm. The results of this study indicate that improving business processes with streamlining and benchmarking methods that refer to the application of Inaportnet, can reduce the dwelling time performance of the Batu Ampar Batam port cargo terminal.
Implementasi Perencanaan Jalur menggunakan Algoritma Dijkstra pada Robot Roda Mecanum
Authors: Prayoga Senanjung , Ompu Sunggu Elmaria
Published: February 2025

Dengan kemajuan teknologi, banyak pekerjaan manusia yang berisiko digantikan oleh robot. Robot harus dapat bermanuver secara mandiri tanpa kendali manusia. Penelitian ini mengembangkan robot yang mampu bergerak dari titik awal ke tujuan serta menghindari tabrakan menggunakan algoritma Dijkstra, yang efektif dalam mencari jalur terpendek. Algoritma ini diimplementasikan pada robot mecanum yang dilengkapi dengan mikrokontroler Arduino, mini PC, baterai, motor DC dengan encoder, driver motor, dan perangkat lunak terkait. Penelitian ini menguji lima peta dengan titik awal dan tujuan yang sama, namun dengan letak halangan yang berbeda. Hasil pengujian menunjukkan bahwa robot mecanum berhasil menemukan jalur dan menghindari halangan dengan baik. Dengan kecepatan maksimal rata-rata 2.6 m/s, robot dapat menempuh jarak 3.2 meter tanpa halangan dalam waktu 14.96 detik, serta jarak 4.2 meter dengan halangan dalam waktu 22.82 detik. Penelitian ini menunjukkan potensi algoritma Dijkstra dalam perencanaan jalur dan navigasi robot, serta menggarisbawahi pentingnya penggunaan perangkat keras dan perangkat lunak yang tepat untuk mencapai kinerja optimal. Hasil ini dapat menjadi dasar bagi pengembangan lebih lanjut dalam bidang robotika, khususnya dalam aplikasi robot otonom di lingkungan yang dinamis.
Smart Rack Inventory Berbasis RFID Untuk Manajerial Gudang
Authors: Muharramsyah Iqbal Fadjar , Mu'Arif Samsul , Dwijotomo Abdurahman , Kamarudin Kamarudin , Ridwan Ridwan
Published: February 2025

Dalam manajemen gudang di Industri serting terdapat kondisi stok opname dimana stok fisik dan stok yang tercatat tidaklah sama. Hal ini bisa disebabkan karena terjadinya human error karena peroses penginputan masih secara manual. Untuk mencegah hal tersebut penelitian ini membuat rak penyimpanan pintar yang dapat mendeteksi barang yang disimpan pada rak berdasarkan kode RFID yang melekat pada benda yang disimpan. Selain itu, web interface interaktif juga dipakai untuk manajemen penyimpanan dan pengambilan informasi barang barang tersimpan. Dari hasil pengujian, alat ini dapat mendata dan menampilkan barang yang tersimpan dan tertempel RFID dengan mudah ketika barang yang dimasukkan di sistem rak yang dibuat mempunyai orientasi stiker RFID yang saling berhadapan dengan RFID sensor. Kesuksesan mencapai 100% pada jarak 60 cm. Namun ketika posisi stiker tidak sejajar dengan sensor RFID, dimana posisi tag RFID menghadap ke arah berlainan dengan arah sensor, sistem rak pintar ini masih kesulitan dalam mendeteksi dan mencatat barang tersebut.
Rancang Bangun Manipulator Lengan Robot 4 Derajat Kebebasan untuk Mengangkat Telur Ayam Broiler Menggunakan Algoritma Levenberg-Marquardt
Authors: Aman Khairul , Asran Asran , Fariadi Dedi , Muthalib Muchlis Abdul , Yusdartono Habib Muharry
Published: February 2025

Lengan robot yang dikendalikan secara nirkabel melalui Bluetooth dan perangkat Android memungkinkan pengguna untuk memanipulasi objek tanpa kontak langsung. Sensor Force Sensitive Resistor (FSR) digunakan untuk mengukur gaya genggaman gripper, sementara Algoritma Levenberg-Marquardt memastikan kontrol gerakan yang presisi. Pada objek rapuh seperti telur ayam broiler, gripper dirancang untuk berhenti secara otomatis saat mencapai nilai ambang batas (threshold) sebesar 552, yang diperoleh dari rata-rata pengambilan data manual sebanyak 11 kali. Ketika sensor FSR mendeteksi gaya yang melebihi ambang batas, algoritma tersebut menghentikan gripper guna mencegah kerusakan pada objek. Dari hasil pengujian yang dilakukan sebanyak 10 kali, sistem menunjukkan tingkat keberhasilan 100%, dengan gripper berhenti secara tepat tanpa menyebabkan kerusakan pada telur. Variasi tekanan pada setiap objek diduga disebabkan oleh perbedaan ketebalan cangkang atau fluktuasi nilai sensor yang terjadi selama pengujian.
Rancangan Sistem Kontrol dan Monitoring pada Wire Selection Boxes
Authors: Suciningtyas Ika Karlina Laila Nur , Risandriya Sumantri Kurniawan , Ismail Aziz , Maulana Rifky Daniel
Published: February 2025

Kasus kesalahan penggunaan material pada proses produksi di industri menjadi fokus utama bagi quality untuk diselesaikan kerena berdampak secara langsung pada customer. Penelitian ini dilakukan karena adanya hambatan dalam keberlangsungan proses pemilihan kabel secara manual. Pemilihan kabel dilakukan dengan mengambil kabel yang disimpan di dalam box yang berbeda dengan spesifikasi yang berbeda. Maka dari itu dibutuhkan sistem yang mampu untuk meningkatkan efektivitas dan efisiensi dalam proses pemilihan kabel. Metode yang digunakan untuk menyelesaikan permasalahan tersebut adalah dengan membuat user interface sebagai input yang akan diproses menggunakan Raspberry Pi 4 dan terhubung ke motor servo sebagai pembuka dan penutup kotak penyimpanan kabel. Interface yang dibuat berupa menu untuk login, menu kontrol, dan juga menu untuk user dapat menambahkan data sendiri. Modul driver PCA9685 dihubungkan dengan Raspberry Pi 4 untuk menjalankan 66 motor servo. Hasil dari penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi dalam proses pemilihan kabel yang dapat meningkatkan efektivitas dan efisiensi dalam proses pemilihan kabel yang ditunjukkan melalui hasil efektifitas penggunaan alat sebesar 80,4%.
Pengaruh Kepemilikan Publik, Ukuran Perusahaan, Environmental Performance, dan Profitabilitas Terhadap Environmental Disclosure pada Perusahaan Energi yang Terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia Tahun 2019-2022
Authors: Hapsari Martania Dwi , Nugraheni Agustina Prativi , Arifah Siti
Published: February 2025

This research aims to test empirically about the influence of public ownership, company size, environmental performance, and profitability towards environmental disclosure in the energy companies which are registered on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2019-2022. The theory used in this research is legitimacy theory. The population of this research were 61 energy companies registered on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2019-2022. The selection of research sample used a purposive sampling technique with specific criteria, resulted 43 samples with 172 total observations. The data used in this research is secondary data obtained from annual reports and/or company sustainability reports. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression analysis with the tools of SPSS. The results of this research showed that, 1) public ownership has no effect towards the environmental disclosure, 2) company size has a positive effect towards the environmental disclosure, 3) environmental performance has a positive effect towards the environmental disclosure, and 4) profitability has a positive effect towards environmental disclosure.
IMPLIKASI GREEN MARKETING TERHADAP BRAND RELATIONSHIP DAN BRAND AUTHENTICITY PADA PENGGUNA LAYANAN APLIKASI GRAB INDONESIA
Authors: Fauzi Muhammad , Kurniaty Dewi
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh green marketing terhadap brand relationship dan brand authenticity. Green marketing pada GrabID menjadi salah satu unggulan yang dapat mempertahankan eksistensi merek untuk bersaing dengan kompetitor lainnya dengan mengutamakan aspek lingkungan dan mengajak konsumen untuk lebih sadar terhadap isu lingkungan. Dengan menggunakan metode regresi linear berganda, penelitian ini menganalisis data yang diperoleh dari sampel yang relevan untuk menentukan sejauh mana green marketing mempengaruhi brand relationship dan brand authenticity. Implikasi praktis dari temuan ini adalah bahwa perusahaan yang menerapkan green marketing secara konsisten dan transparan dapat membangun hubungan yang lebih kuat dan autentik dengan konsumen. Konsumen yang melihat komitmen nyata merek terhadap keberlanjutan cenderung merasa lebih terhubung dan loyal. Penelitian ini menyarankan perusahaan untuk terus berinovasi dalam green marketing, seperti memberikan insentif menguntungkan untuk pengguna layanan dan lebih memperbanyak layanan transportasi ramah lingkungan dari pada layanan konvensional.
PENGARUH BRAND CREDIBILITY BRAND IMAGE & BRAND HERITAGE PADA PURCHASE INTENTION STUDI MEREK MINUMAN ULTRA MILK
Authors: Renaldy Muhammad Ryan , Apriyana Nurliya
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk fokus mengukur pengaruh Brand Credibility, Brand Image, dan Brand Heritage pada Purchase Intention studi merek minuman Ultra Milk. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif, dengan responden berasal dari mahasiswa, karyawan swasta, wiraswasta, Ibu Rumah Tangga, tenaga freelance, dengan total jumlah responden sebanyak 112 orang. Rata-rata usia mulai dari 15 sampai dengan 45 tahun. Penelitian ini dilakukan mulai dari bulan Juli 2024 sampai dengan Agustus 2024. Pengolahan uji statistik menggunakan program smart PLS versi 1.0.8 dengan pengolahan data partial least squares sebagai teknik analisis. Para responden akan mengisi Google form untuk mengisi data kuesioner yang telah dibuat untuk penelitian ini. Hasil penelitian ditemukan bahwa, Kredibilitas Merek (X1) mempengaruhi positif dan signifikan pada Niat Membeli(Y), Citra Merek (X2) mempengaruhi positif dan signifikan pada Niat Membeli (Y), dan serta Warisan Merek (X3) mempengaruhi positif dan signifikan pada Niat Membeli (Y). Dengan ini, hasil dari penelitian ini menjelaskan bahwa kredibilitas merek, Citra Merek dan Warisan Merek akan mempunyai pengaruh signifikan atas niat membeli konsumen pada merek Ultra Milk. Dengan hal ini penelitian ini merekomendasikan Ultra Milk untuk bisa meningkatkan Kredibilitas mereknya untuk bisa mengoptimalkan dari bagian yang telah mendukung kredibilitas Ultra Milk seperti kualitas produknya. Lalu Mengoptimalkan Citra Merek sebagai persepsi konsumen. Dan pada warisan merek Ultra Milk yang menggunakan sudut pandang dari merek untuk bisa terhubung melalui konsumen yang telah loyal kepada Ultra Milk.
DAMPAK PENGEMBANGAN KETERAMPILAN KEWIRAUSAHAAN TERHADAP PRAKTIK WIRAUSAHA PADA MAHASISWA AKUNTANSI MANAJERIAL DI POLITEKNIK NEGERI BATAM
Authors: Abdullah Riki Yusup , Lawita Nadia Fathurrahmi
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pendidikan kewirausahaan terhadap sikap, persepsi kontrol perilaku, intensi, dan perilaku kewirausahaan mahasiswa Akuntansi Manajerial Politeknik Negeri Batam. Penelitian ini menggunakan teori Planned Behavior dan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan kuesioner sebagai instrumen pengumpulan data. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa keikutsertaan dalam pendidikan kewirausahaan berpengaruh signifikan terhadap persepsi kontrol perilaku dan perilaku kewirausahaan, namun tidak terhadap sikap karier kewirausahaan dan intensi mahasiswa. Selain itu, persepsi kontrol perilaku memediasi pengaruh pendidikan kewirausahaan terhadap intensi, dan intensi mahasiswa memediasi pengaruh pendidikan kewirausahaan terhadap perilaku kewirausahaan.
Maximizing Returns: Bagaimana Investor Dapat Memanfaatkan Informasi Tentang Kebijakan Dividen Dan Profitabilitas Perusahaan ?
Authors: Wargadalam Winanda Wahana
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini berfokus pada keputusan investor dalam mengelola investasinya, khususnya di sektor keuangan. Studi tersebut menekankan pentingnya kinerja keuangan suatu perusahaan dan perlunya perusahaan bersikap proaktif dalam mencapai tujuan bisnis. Studi tersebut juga menekankan pentingnya hubungan yang kuat antara kinerja keuangan dan profitabilitas suatu perusahaan. Teori keagenan mengacu pada hubungan antara agen dan prinsipal, dimana agen mengambil keputusan berdasarkan sumber daya perusahaan. Hal ini dapat menimbulkan konflik kepentingan, seperti masalah keagenan. Rasio pembayaran dividen (DPR) merupakan ukuran laba atas aset (ROA) dan laba atas ekuitas (ROE) perusahaan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif untuk menganalisis dan menginterpretasikan data dari berbagai indikator keuangan antara lain Dividend Payout Ratio, Return On Asset, Return On Equity, Total Asset Turnover, dan Tobin's Q. Penelitian ini juga menggunakan metode regresi linier untuk menganalisis secara simultan dan pengaruh parsial terhadap kinerja keuangan perusahaan. Hasilnya memberikan wawasan berharga mengenai kinerja perusahaan dan potensi perbaikannya. Kesimpulannya, studi ini memberikan wawasan berharga mengenai kinerja perusahaan di kawasan ASEAN.
FINTECH LENDING AND IMPULSIVE BEHAVIOR: HOW GREAT IS THE POTENTIAL AND INTENTION TO COMMIT ACCOUNTING FRAUD?
Authors: Jallow Ousman , Ginting Rafles , Lusy Lusy , Setiawan Ricky Yunisar
Published: February 2025

This research aims to prove the meaning of impulsive behavior and the use of paylaters in digital transactions which can trigger intentions to commit accounting fraud in companies. This research was conducted using qualitative methods with a phenomenological approach which aims to interpret and explain the experiences a person experiences in life. In this research, researchers selected company employees in the finance department who are vulnerable to committing fraud or have great potential to commit fraud and have the following criteria: (1) Have a minimum of 5 years of work experience, (2) Informants have carried out transaction activities using financial technology specifically. using paylater. Based on the results of the research conducted, it can be concluded that there are several potential frauds committed by company employees, specifically the finance department, which include: (a) Note manipulation, (b) Asset embezzlement (c). Cash Embezzlement. Apart from that, the use of paylater can have positive and negative impacts, the positive impact can make it easier to fulfill needs or desires without having to wait a long time or the availability of sufficient money to be able to meet these needs, while from the negative side it can be seen from the intention of fraud that will arise for employees. Companies that are research informants, when they use paylaters, must think about how to pay the debt and the possibility of committing fraud by looking at the potential for fraud that arises at the work location where they are placed.
Manifestation of Circular Economy in Repurposable Green Furniture Design, A Project-Based Learning by Interior Design Student
Authors: Triatmodjo Suastiwi , Mahdi Nurcahyo
Published: February 2025

This article reveals the embodiment of circular economy in interior design students' design of reused green furniture. The circular economy is becoming important, mainly in dealing with the problem of inorganic waste. The main focus is how the circular economy concept can be taught through actual practice, where students collaborate with stakeholders, namely TPS3R and the green industry, to design environmentally friendly and sustainable furniture. This applied research uses the double-diamond method from the UK Design Council to guide the design process, including Discovery, Definition, Development, and Delivery, emphasizing the first diamond for field research and the second diamond for design development. This method has enabled students to understand and practically apply circular economy principles. The applied research was conducted over 16 weeks for field research and studio work on campus. Although all the research results are not yet satisfactory, they show that this project-based learning approach effectively improves students' understanding of sustainability and innovation in furniture design. In addition, the collaboration with the green industry also enriched students' learning experiences and strengthened the link between education and industrial practice in sustainable design.
Cultural Dynamics in The Evolution of Ibhea Obhea Dance in Doyo Lama Village, Papua: from Sacred Ritual to Secular Performance
Authors: Ida Bagus Gede Surya Peradantha , Luh Kompyang Sri Wahyuni
Published: February 2025

For the Doyo Lama community, the Ibhea Obhea dance is a cultural asset. This dance is at risk of extinction due to life's changing circumstances and regeneration stagnation. Cooperative initiatives are essential for the preservation and advancement of this dance. This study seeks to comprehend the transformation of Ibhea Obhea Dance and examine its effects on the dance's structure, function, and significance. This research employs a qualitative method with a socio-artistic approach to analyse alterations in the text and context of the Ibhea Obhea dance. We gathered data by observing the dance form with the elders of Doyo Lama village, conducting interviews about the history and significance of the Ibhea Obhea dance, reconstructing the dance, and documenting the artistic features of the dance. In collaboration with the elders, we reconstructed the dance by developing new vocal texts, synchronizing vocals with movements, and documenting the process through recordings of the reconstituted Ibhea Obhea dance. We conducted validation by correlating the video records with the traditional elders. The findings indicated that the modifications in this dance encompass the structural and artistic components. The community was aware of and approved of these changes. The Ibhea Obhea dance has evolved from a mystical rite into a ceremonial welcome for guests. This alteration enhances the significance of dancing by incorporating elements of hospitality, humanism, and cultural preservation. This study elucidates the impact of alterations in the boatbuilding tradition on the evolution of dance within a wider social and cultural framework.
تأثير تدريبات بالتثقيل في تطوير السرعة المقترنة بالرشاقة ودقة أداء المهارات الهجومية بكرة القدم
Authors: عباس عبد الستار خضير , الزركاني حميد مجيد حميد
Published: February 2025

يُعدُّ الأداء الفردي للاعبين في الفريق عاملاً حاسماً في تحقيق النجاح والفوز في كرة القدم، ومن بين العوامل المهمة في أداء اللاعبين هي السرعة والرشاقة، فقدرة اللاعب على التنقل بسرعة عالية وتغيير الاتجاهات بسلاسة تعزز فعالية أداء المهارات الهجومية، وتعتبر التدريبات بالتثقيل من أهم الوسائل لتحسين السرعة المقترنة بالرشاقة ودقة أداء المهارات الهجومية، وتتضمن هذه التدريبات ارتداء أوزان إضافية مثل الأثقال أو أكياس الرمل أثناء ممارسة التدريبات الرياضية المختلفة المرتبطة بكرة القدم.
وقد كان الهدف من البحث هو اعداد تدريبات (بالتثقيل) لفترة الاعداد الخاص للاعبين المتقدمين بكرة القدم والتعرف على تأثير هذه التدريبات في تطوير السرعة المقترنة بالرشاقة ودقة أداء المهارات الهجومية للاعبي كرة القدم، وقد افترض الباحثان وجود تأثير للتدريبات المقترحة في تطوير السرعة المقترنة بالرشاقة ودقة أداء المهارات الهجومية للاعبي كرة القدم، وكانت عينة البحث من لاعبي نادي الكوت الرياضي بكرة القدم أحد أندية الدرجة الثانية للموسم (2021-2022) والبالغ عددهم (23) لاعباً، وتم استبعاد أحد اللاعبين بسبب إصابته وعدم قدرته على أداء الاختبارات المهارية واختبار الجهد البدني، وأختار الباحثان (6) لاعبين عشوائياً طبقت عليهم التجربة الاستطلاعية وتم استبعادهم من عينة البحث التي طبقت عليها التجربة الرئيسة، فأصبح عدد اللاعبين الذين أجريت عليهم التجربة الرئيسة (16) لاعباً وبذلك أصبحت النسبة المئوية للعينة (69.56%)، واستمر البحث للمدة من 8/1/2023 ولغاية 17/3/2023 في ملعب نادي الكوت الرياضي.
وقد استنتج الباحثان بإنَّ البرنامج المطبق أثبت تقدماً واضحاً على مجموعة البحث في المتغيرات قيد الدراسة وإنَّ التدريب الناتج عن استخدام التدريبات المقترحة يؤثر ايجاباً على تحسن مستوى الاداء البدني الذي يؤثر على دقة وأداء المهارات الهجومية بكرة القدم، وقد أوصى الباحثان بضرورة اعتماد التدريبات المقترحة وكذلك التأكيد على استعمال الاسس العلمية عند وضع البرنامج التدريبي وضرورة تطبيق البرنامج المقترح على فئات مختلفة للاعبي كرة القدم وإجراء دراسات مشابهة في ألعاب أخرى وفي ضوء مستويات عمرية مختلفة للوصول إلى تحقيق أفضل المستويات.
What Climate Change Can Do about Tort Law
Authors: Kysar Douglas A.
Published: February 2025

To date, scholars exploring the connection between climate change and tort law have tended to ask what the latter can do aboutthe former. With a few notable exceptions, they have answered, “Not much.” This Article first reviews a series of doctrinal hurdles facing climate change plaintiffs and concludes that the pessimism of legal scholars is justified. The Article then poses an inverse and previously unexplored question: what can climate change do about tort law? As it turns out, the answer is, “Quite a bit.” By forcing courts to confront questions of harm, causation, and responsibility that lie at the frontiers of science and ethics, climatechange lawsuits hold potential to move the bar for what counts as exotic in the domain of tort. Radical though it may seem, such a recalibration should be welcomed: just as the administrative state is being forced to adapt to grapple with the global, complex, uncertain, and potentially catastrophic nature of twenty-first century threats to social welfare, the tort system also must shift in order to serve its role as the administrative state’s traditional and necessary backdrop. Not only the climate is changing.
Electoral Consequences of Reincorporation Strategies in Post-conflict Scenarios
Authors: Alvarez Santiago Lopez
Published: February 2025

Maintaining political stability is one of the most critical challenges in post-peaceagreement contexts. However, some domestic conflict termination strategies such asDisarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration programs (DDR) inevitably lead toscenarios that can risk the legitimacy and legal continuity of the peace process. Iexplore this relationship in Colombia’s post-conflict scenario, by looking at how theinstallation of relocation centers of former Farc guerrilla members in the aftermathof the 2016 agreement affected the support for parties in favor of the negotiation.Using a difference-in-difference design and electoral data from city council electionsin 2015 and 2019, I find evidence that in regions where these centers were built,the electoral support for these parties decreased at a higher rate than the nationaltrend. Moreover, I find that the electoral backlash was stronger in regions where thefuture of the centers was uncertain – by the time of the election – than in regionswhere the ex-combatants were already allowed to stay permanently. These findingshave important implications for policy makers in post-conflict and peace buildingscenarios.
Special Relativity Proven Mathematically and Experimentally as a Special Case of groundbreaking Asymmetry Theory: A Breakthrough Resolving Century-Old Controversies
Authors: Chen Qian
Published: February 2025

Asymmetry Theory is a comprehensive framework mathematically derived solely from the well-established principle of “the constancy of the velocity of light” without any other assumptions, like the ether. We prove, both mathematically and experimentally, that it encompasses all results of Special Relativity (STR) as a special case when the observer moves perpendicularly to the “source-observer” line. The long-standing controversies arise when extending STR outside this case and are all resolved in Asymmetry Theory. Our results, while astonishing, are startlingly straightforward through strict mathematics and validated by all experimental evidence, offering a novel perspective on fundamental physical laws. Asymmetry Theory reproduces every key result of STR, like time-dilation, relativistic Doppler effect, mass-energy, … and overcome its limitations in phenomena like Sagnac effect and one-way light speed. Its straightforward mathematics eliminates any paradox like Twin-paradox in STR. Asymmetry Theory is supported by every evidence for STR, e.g. Michelson-Morley, Hafele-Keating, Kaufmann, Ives-Stilwell, muon lifetime, nuclear reaction …. Moreover, it fully accounts for anomalies challenging STR, e.g. the Lunar range and GPS tests of light speed and the lack of transverse Doppler shift.Beyond STR, Asymmetry Theory offers a unified perspective across various distinct laws of physics, e.g. a unified formula for time-varying Doppler effect, Cosmological redshift, and Cherenkov radiation and a generalized form of Maxwell's equations for moving observers, from which Doppler effect and Sagnac effect can be directly derived.
The Hijacker's Guide to biological systems: Manipulation by self‐defecting or foreign agents
Authors: Levin Michael , Shmeleva Evgeniya V.
Published: February 2025

Biological systems employ hierarchical regulatory networks to maintain structure and function at multiple scales, from molecules to whole organisms. This manuscript draws on evidence from various fields such as immunology, developmental biology, neuroscience and evolutionary ecology to examine how foreign agents (for instance, pathogens, parasites, trophoblasts) and self defecting agents (such as cancer cells) override these networks and exploit the host’s plasticity and regulatory flexibility, reshaping system morphology, function and behaviour. By breaching physical and informational barriers, mimicking host signals, and altering immune defences, intruders take advantage of multiscale information processing, propagating their influence across levels, from local bioelectric states to higher-order endocrine and neural circuits. Through these mechanisms, intruders disrupt homeostatic setpoints, creating periods of heightened plasticity that enable system reprogramming resulting in redirection of metabolic flows and overriding of neural, immune and endocrine signalling. These manipulation strategies rely on conserved mechanisms, transforming stable structures into flexible substrates for rearrangement, remodelling host tissues and creating niches that favour their survival. Understanding these routes of exploitation clarifies core biological principles of self-organisation and identity maintenance. Mapping how intruders induce plasticity and modify host form and function informs therapeutic strategies aimed at restoring normal tissue states, while also opening potential new paths for regenerative medicine and tissue engineering.
From Genes to Artificial Intelligence: Redefining Human Evolution
Authors: Louadi Mohamed
Published: February 2025

This article explores the hypothesis that intelligence, rather than humanity, drives evolution. As artificial intelligence systems become increasingly sophisticated, we must reconsider traditional evolutionary frameworks that have historically been centered on human-centric perspectives. Drawing parallels between genetic evolution and the development of artificial intelligence, we examine how intelligence has evolved through biological processes and is now manifesting in artificial systems. This evolution raises profound questions about humanity’s role in guiding this new form of intelligence and the ethical implications of its development.
compare-folders: An Open Source Folder and File Comparison Tool
Authors: Yu Hongbo
Published: February 2025

This paper introduces compare-folders, an open-source tool designed for comparing folders and files. Developed by CNOCTAVE and Yu Hongbo, compare-folders utilizes Electron to create a user-friendly interface, allowing users to easily identify differences between files and folders. This paper discusses the features, installation process, usage instructions, and development environment requirements of compare-folders, as well as its potential applications in various fields.
Standardized Measurement of Surface Dry Particle Thickness for Walkway Slip Resistance
Authors: Lee-Confer Jonathan , Wayman Lila , Collette David
Published: February 2025

Slip and fall incidents remain a critical safety concern in residential and occupational settings. While considerable research has focused on wet contamination, the role of dry contaminants in reducing floor friction has been less explored. This study establishes a standardized methodology for measuring dry particle thickness and investigates the effects of recombing dry contaminants on the coefficient of friction (COF). Using a modified tribometer and custom 3D-printed combs (127µm, 254µm, and 508µm depths), iodized salt was applied to a high-gloss tile, and COF was measured under recombed and non-recombed conditions. Results indicated that recombing significantly lowered COF, whereas non-recombed conditions did not differ from the uncontaminated tile, highlighting the necessity of recombing to accurately assess slip resistance. This study presents a cost-effective approach to slip-resistance testing, with implications for forensic investigations, industry safety standards, and workplace hazard assessments.
Clinical Benefits and Challenges of Ecological Momentary Assessment in Individuals Who Self-Injure and Seek Mental Health Treatment
Authors: Bonnier Rafaël , Beames Joanne R , Claes Laurence , Kirtley Olivia J , de Thurah Lena , Weermeijer Jeroen Dennis, Merlijn , Uyttebroek Lotte , Luijsmans Mirthe , Myin-Germeys Inez , Kiekens Glenn
Published: February 2025

Introduction: Non-suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) is a highly prevalent transdiagnostic behavior among treatment-seeking individuals. The use of Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) shows clinical potential for engaging patients outside the therapy room, but the utility for individuals who self-injure remains unclear. This prospective study evaluates self-reported benefits (e.g., increased self-insight and self-efficacy) and challenges (e.g., beep disturbances and emotional discomfort) associated with using EMA among individuals reporting past-month NSSI at treatment intake.Methods: In this cohort study, 124 treatment-seeking adolescents and adults who self-injure completed baseline assessments and participated in a 28-day EMA protocol with six daily self-monitoring assessments of emotions, cognitions, and behaviors (including self-injury). After one month, participants received an EMA feedback survey assessing general and NSSI-specific increases in self-insight, self-efficacy, EMA compliance, beep disturbances, and emotional discomfort.Results: Of 124 participants, 98 completed the EMA survey (Response Rate = 79.03%). Average EMA compliance was 74.87% (SD = 18.78) and decreased linearly across time. Four in five patients (78.57%) reported experiencing at least one benefit. After using EMA, 32.65% reported increased general self-insight, 64.58% reported increased NSSI-specific self-insight, 9.28% reported increased general self-efficacy, and 41.67% reported improved NSSI-specific self-efficacy. Across the sample, 7.29% experienced EMA in treatment as tiring, stressful, at times overwhelming, and not enjoyable. Higher levels of emotional discomfort were significantly associated with lower compliance (r=-0.29, p=.004), higher beep disturbance (r=.37, p < .001), and lower general self-insight (r=-0.28, p=.006).Conclusion: Although the use of EMA in treatment may evoke emotional discomfort in patients, it may help promote NSSI-specific self-insight and self-efficacy outside the therapy room in patients who self-injure.
Ensemble Perception of Faces with Naturalistic Occlusions
Authors: Schill Hayden , Pallis-Hassani Natalia Katerina , Brady Timothy F.
Published: February 2025

The visual system takes advantage of redundancy in the world by extracting summary statistics, a phenomenon known as ensemble perception. Ensemble representations are formed for low-level features like orientation and size and high-level features such as facial identity and expression. While recent research has shown that the visual system forms intact ensemble representations even when faces are partially occluded via solid bars, how ensemble perception is impacted with the addition of naturalistic objects such as face masks or sunglasses is largely unknown. To investigate this, we conducted a series of experiments using continuous report tasks in which faces (either varying in identity or expression) were partially occluded with a surgical mask or sunglasses and participants had to report the average face using a face wheel. We found evidence that participants could still accurately extract the average even when a significant portion of it was occluded with either face masks or sunglasses. In a second experiment, however, we found performance was worse when the face wheel was variable trial to trial. Thus, part of the preservation of performance in occlusion arises from the visual system learning the features of the particular face wheel being used. Overall, our results suggest that the visual system is able to establish robust ensemble representations for faces with naturalistic occlusions, but that robustness appears to be supported at least partially by learning information about the particular features that are informative for a given set of faces.
An Active Inference Account of Stuttering Behavior
Authors: Usler Evan Richard
Published: February 2025

Developmental stuttering, or childhood-onset fluency disorder, has been traditionally characterized by the production of speech disfluencies, such as repetitions, prolongations, and blocks. However, the manner, intensity, and overall effects of stuttering vary widely among individuals. Despite extensive scientific inquiry spanning over a century, the complex and seemingly paradoxical nature of stuttering has thwarted attempts at a unified explanation. Active inference, a predictive processing theory of sentient behavior, provides a potential account for understanding the core behaviors and diverse phenomena of stuttering. Stuttering likely arises from disruptions in perception-action cycling that facilitate the fluent sequential production of syllables. More specifically, aberrantly high sensory precision to speech-related predictions may cause the abrupt inhibition of syllable initiation, resulting in the hallmark stuttering ‘block.’ Moreover, active inference elucidates the perplexing contextual variability of stuttering behavior, such as the effects of adaptation, consistency, and distraction. Importantly, this account holds significant clinical implications for stuttering treatment, offering novel avenues for intervention.
A new perspective on the development of Quebec French rhotic vowels
Authors: Lipari Massimo , Sonderegger Morgan
Published: February 2025

Quebec French is reportedly developing rhoticity, with low F3 resulting from a bunched or retroflexed tongue (like English /ɚ/), in some or all of its front mid rounded vowels /ø, œ, œ̃/. The source of this rare, understudied sound change is unclear from previous work: contact with English and contrast enhancement have been suggested, and phonologization of coarticulation is typologically plausible. We examine this issue, investigating the apparent time change in the F3 trajectories of the three vowels using generalized additive mixed models on a corpus of parliamentary speech (106 speakers from across Quebec). We observe rhoticity in /ø/ and /œ̃ /: men begin with low F3 in these vowels, and women show change in progress. Conversely, there is less clear evidence of change in /œ/. We suggest these findings are best explained by rhoticity being a two-phased change, originally due to borrowing and subsequently spreading through contrast enhancement. Rhotacization, we argue, is the combined product of intensive exposure to English (which led to frequent non-integration of bunched/retroflex segments in loanwords) and an exceptionally large vowel inventory. It thus results from the unique interplay of social and phonological factors in Quebec French, which is consistent with such changes being cross-linguistically rare.
Commentary on Isager et al. (2021) Reflections on the Replication Value (RV) and a Proposal for Revision
Authors: Bomm Linda , Bakker Bert N. , Peterson Delaney
Published: February 2025

To help researchers determine what studies to replicate, Isager et al. (2021, p.1) introduced the Replication Value (RV), “a proxy for expected utility gain”. In this commentary, we point out that there are scenarios where people can opt to replicate studies with a lower RV compared to those with a higher RV. Methodologically, we highlight that the differences in the RV become very small when comparing studies with different large (e.g., over 500) samples. To adjust for this, we demonstrate that a modification to the RV-equation – by log transforming the sample size – leads to a RV that discriminates between studies with large sample sizes with greater precision.