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Information Hygiene and Mental Hygiene of Intellectual Work as a Condition for the Teacher’s Professional Reliability in the context of education digitalization
Authors: Krylova Natal'ya
Published: May 2024

In the context of the digital transformation of the economy, the share of intellectual labour is significantly increasing, especially in science and education. In these conditions, it is important to take into account indicators of professional reliability, which are directly related to the employee’s performance quality. The essence of the concepts of “intellectual work” and “professional reliability” is revealed. The functional system of intellectual work is substantiated based on considering the professional reliability indicators. The specificity of the information impact as a production factor and stressor in professional activity is shown. Ideas about information load and information hygiene are given. The paper analyses and discusses the results of scientific research on identifying factors of intellectual work in the context of education digitalization, which negatively affect health and cause teachers’ professional diseases. Recommendations are theoretically substantiated and given for implementing areas of information hygiene and mental hygiene of intellectual work as a condition for the teacher’s professional reliability in the context of education digitalization.
Interview with a jubilee: doctor of medical sciences, professor Alexander Vasilievich Chuntul is 75
Authors: Androsov Kirill
Published: May 2024

The interview provides brief information about the scientific biography and work of the domestic ergonomist, Doctor of Medical Sciences, laureate of the Russian Government Prize, Professor of the Academy of Military Sciences, Academician of the International Academy of Human Problems in Aviation and Cosmonautics, Academician of the International Academy of Human Factors, member of the Interregional Ergonomic Association, Member of the Board of the Organization “Non-Profit Partnership “Russian Helicopter Society” Alexander Vasilyevich Chuntul.
The scientist’s contribution to forming a system for ergonomic support for development and operation in helicopter manufacturing is revealed.
Wound Treatment Using Aloevera in the Process of Accelerating Wound Healing for Post-Op Patients at the Lompe Ntodea Community Health Center
Authors: Moh Rozani  , Denny Susanto  , Mohammad Fauzi  , Adrian Sali
Published: May 2024

The high incidence of wounds in Indonesia means that effective and efficient wound care is needed, therefore one good wound treatment is to use Aloevera as a medicine and provide protein nutrition as a nutritional intake for wounds. The aim of this research is to find out how fast the process of wound tissue growth is using Aloevera gel. This research method uses a case study approach on post-operative patients. Wound care procedures were carried out 22 times using aloe vera gel. Wound care techniques used are tissue management inflammation and infection control, moisture balance, epithelial (TIME). The measuring tool in this research used the Bates Jensen Wound Assessment Tool (BWAT) observation tools.
Analisis Penerapan Manajemen Kualitas dan Manajemen Strategi untuk Menciptakan Keunggulan Bersaing Berkelanjutan di PT. PKSS Jakarta Cabang 3
Authors: Deni Deni
Published: May 2024

PT. Prima Karya Sarana Sejahtera Jakarta Cabang 3 merupakan perusahaan outsourcing yang bergerak di bidang penyedia jasa security. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis peran Branch Manager dalam penerapan manajemen kualitas dan manajemen strategi dan strategi untuk menciptakan keunggulan bersaing berkelanjutan di bidang SDM di PT. PKSS Jakarta cabang 3. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif yang mencari pemahaman atas tindakan dan makna gejala sosial dari sudut pandang objek penelitian serta membahas tujuan teknik yang memungkinkan peneliti untuk memberikan interpretasi terperinci dari suatu fenomena tanpa bergantung pada pengukuran numerik. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa manajemen kualitas terukur dari enam indikator yaitu kualitas, kuantitas, ketepatan waktu, efektifitas, kemandirian dan komitmen kerja. Untuk manajemen strategi menggunaka strategi bersaing meliputi stretegi diferensiasi dan spesialisasi. Positioning berada dikuadran 1 dengan strategi agresif dan menguntungkan serta strategi dari analisis SWOT yang melihat faktor internal dan eksternal meliputi strategi: SO, WO, ST, dan WT. Kesimpulan dari peran branch manager yang baik serta kombinasi manajemen kualitas dan straegi yang unggul serta strategi yang efektif menciptakan keunggulan bersaing berkelanjutan dalam bidang Sumber Daya Manusia.
Effect of Rehabilitation Training for Pregnancy Outcomes and Postpartum Quality of Life in Thyroid Cancer Survivors: A Propensity Score-Matched Cohort Study
Authors: Zhou Xiaoxia , Zhu Wanshu , Xue Yueqing , Chen Cuihui , Chen Wei , Zhou Miaoli
Published: May 2024

Background: This retrospective cohort study aimed to evaluate the impact of exercise intervention, specifically combined aerobic and resistance training, on the quality of life, mental health, and pregnancy outcomes of women with a history of treated papillary thyroid cancer, particularly those who underwent radioactive iodine therapy. Methods: The study is a propensity score-matched cohort study. The cohort was divided into observation and controls based on the presence or absence of thyroid cancer history and adherence to exercise intervention. Propensity score matching was employed for comparable group creation. Exercise interventions were initiated between the 16th and 20th week of gestation, lasting at least 16 weeks. Baseline information, thyroid function, maternal outcomes, neonatal outcomes, and quality of life were assessed. Statistical analyses included subgroup analyses based on age. Results: A total of 4432 women were initially included, with 84 in the observation group and 3114 in the control group after exclusions. Following post-matching, a total of 252 participants contributed data to our study. However, post-intervention observations revealed that participants exhibited elevated anxiety levels (45.81 ± 10.66 vs. 39.72 ± 12.79, p = 0.006), along with decreased placental weight (562.10 ± 64.45 vs. 581.02 ± 65.20, p = 0.007). Older mothers (>35 years) in the survivor group showed a higher risk of anemia (p = 0.005), subgroup analysis revealed significant differences in the incidence of anemia among older mothers. Conclusions: Exercise intervention, specifically combined aerobic and resistance training, is considered safe for pregnant women with treated papillary thyroid cancer, enhancing pregnancy status without adversely affecting outcomes. While anxiety levels may persist postpartum, exercise interventions do not worsen pregnancy outcomes. Attention is warranted for the increased risk of anemia in older mothers following exercise intervention. Despite limitations, this study contributes valuable insights for the care of thyroid cancer survivors during pregnancy.
Revealing the Role of CYP346 Family Genes on Phosphine Resistance in Indian Populations of Tribolium castaneum
Authors: Deeksha Mudagadde G , Nebapure Suresh M , Sagar Doddachowdappa , Bhattacharya Ramcharan , Dahuja Anil , Subramanian Sabtharishi
Published: May 2024

Background: Phosphine resistance in Tribolium castaneum challenges grain storage. This study investigates the impact of cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzymes and CYP346 family genes on phosphine resistance in Indian Tribolium castaneum populations. Methods: Seven field populations of T. castaneum were compared with Lab- susceptible population for their resistance to phosphine. The levels of cytochrome P450 enzyme and expression of certain CYP346 family genes were tracked in these populations. Results: The highly resistant Patiala population showed significantly increased CYP450 activity (11.26 ± 0.14 nmol/min/mg protein, 7.41-fold higher) compared to the lab-susceptible population (1.52 ± 0.09 nmol/min/mg protein) when assayed using 8 mM p-nitroanisole as the substrate. The mRNA expression was measured relative to the standard gene RPS18 and revealed significant upregulation of CYP346B1 and CYP346B3 in highly resistant populations Moga and Patiala (CYP346B1: 12.09 ± 2.19 to 21.74 ± 3.82; CYP346B3: 59.097 ± 10.265 to 50.148 ± 8.272). Patiala’s CYP346B1 exhibited an impressive 685.76-fold change, and Moga’s CYP346B3 showed a 361.893-fold change compared to lab-susceptible. Linear regression confirmed robust fits for each gene (R2: 0.693 to 0.756). Principal component analysis (PCA) demonstrated a strong positive correlation between CYP346 genes expression; and cytochrome P450 activity. Patiala, Moga, and Hapur populations showed conformity, associating higher resistance with increased P450 activity and CYP346 gene expression. Cluster analysis highlighted a potential correlation between CYP346B1, CYP346B2, and CYP346B3 and P450 activity, with Patiala and Moga clustering together. Conclusions: Variability in CYP346B1 and CYP346B3 in strong resistance populations may contribute to adaptation and resistance mechanisms. The study provides insights into specific CYP346 family genes associated with phosphine resistance, emphasizing the intricate interaction between CYP450 detoxifying enzymes, CYP346 family genes, and resistance mechanisms. The upregulation of CYP346 genes suggests a survival advantage for T. castaneum against phosphine, diminishing phosphine’s efficacy as a pest control measure.
EEG Activity during Pursuit and Saccade Visual Strategies to Predict the Arrival Position of a Target
Authors: Koshizawa Ryo , Oki Kazuma , Takayose Masaki
Published: May 2024

Background: In this study, we used electroencephalogram (EEG) to investigate the activity pattern of the cerebral cortex related to visual pursuit and saccade strategies to predict the arrival position of a visual target. In addition, we clarified the differences in the EEG of those who could predict the arrival position well using the saccade strategy compared to those who were not proficient. Methods: Sixteen participants performed two tasks: the “Pursuit Strategy Task (PST)” and the “Saccade Strategy Task (SST)” while undergoing EEG. For the PST, the participants were instructed to follow the target with their eyes throughout its trajectory and indicate when it reached the final point. For the SST, the participants were instructed to shift their gaze to the end point of arrival once they had predicted it. Results: Low beta EEG activity at the Oz, Cz, and CP2 electrodes was significantly higher during the SST than during the PST. In addition, low beta EEG activity at P7 electrode was significantly higher in the group showing a small position error (PE) than in the group showing a large PE at response. Conclusions: EEG activity at the Oz, Cz, and CP2 electrodes during the SST may reflect visuospatial attention to the moving target, the tracking of moving targets, and the focus on the final destination position. In addition, EEG activity at P7 electrode may more accurately detect the speed and direction of the moving target by the small PE group at response.
Analisis Peramalan Profitabilitas PT. Samudera Indonesia Tbk Menggunakan Metode Regresi Linear
Authors: Shiela Fadia Jasmine Has , Hasanah Indah Karimatul , Herlambang Teguh , Ramadhan Rizky , Hamdani M. Yusuf , Nafa Mulya
Published: May 2024

Logistics companies contribute significantly to economic growth and play an important role in global supply chains. Profitability is the main indicator of business success. The profit forecasting model helps managers improve financial performance efficiently and effectively. This research optimizes the financial performance of PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk by forecasting net profit using the linear regression method. Financial data from 2018 to 2023 was collected from the IDX website. Simulation analysis using Python shows that the independent variables in linear regression have a significant effect on the profitability of PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk. The regression coefficient shows the strength of the relationship between the independent and dependent variables. Linear regression models can predict profitability based on the variables considered. The aim of this research is so that PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk can carry out better financial planning and decisions based on accurate predictions. This research contributes to improving the operational efficiency and effectiveness of the company's business strategy, which has a positive impact on profitability and long-term growth. Overall, the application of the linear regression method in forecasting, with an RMSE value of 0.0645, is an effective tool for PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk to optimize financial performance amidst complex business competition.
РОЛЬ ЗАСОБІВ НАРОДОЗНАВСТВА У ЗБЕРЕЖЕННІ МЕНТАЛЬНОГО ЗДОРОВ’Я ЗДОБУВАЧІВ ОСВІТИ
Authors: Степанова Наталія
Published: May 2024

У статті визначено, з якими викликами зустрілася українська громадськість за останні кілька років. Найбільше, що підриває ментальне здоров’я людини – це є війна. Молоді люди, майбутні педагоги, мають навчитися берегти як власне ментальне здоров’я, так і мати в особистому педагогічному арсеналі набір практик для його збереження своїх майбутніх вихованців. Ця навичка є, як інтегрованою, так і особистісно орієнтованою, адже поєднує елементи особистісних якостей особи, її ключових компетентностей та гнучких навичок (soft skills). Мета статті – розкрити роль засобів народознавства у збереженні ментального здоров’я молодих людей (на прикладі здобувачів освіти спеціальності «012 Дошкільна освіта» Черкаського національного університету імені Богдана Хмельницького). Авторка зазначає, що засоби народознавства складають вагому частку української етнопедагогічної спадщини. Для підняття настрою, створення атмосфери зацікавленості досить дієво використовувати українські народні пісні, серед яких веселі забавлянки, потішки, приспівки. «Лідером» українських пісень для збереження ментального здоров’я названо колискову, яка виконується тихо, мелодійно, що надає як мамі, так і дитині, відчуття спокою, захищеності, умиротворення. Значна увага в статті присвячена практичній частині виготовлення українських оберегів та народних символів, що має на меті зняти емоційну напругу та стрес. Адже малювання, ліплення, аплікація, квілінг дозволяє не тільки займатися творчістю, а й розвиває дрібну моторику рук, а ще «переключає» увагу здобувачів освіти на інше – креативне, безтурботне життя. У ході практик здобувачі освіти навчаються малювати калину пальчиком, мотати ляльку-мотанку, в техніці квілінгу виготовляють писанки та паперові вишиванки, з різних круп «висипають» підкови-обереги тощо. Зроблено висновок, що практична частина навчального курсу «Народознавство», є надзвичайно багата засобами, які мають педагогічний потенціал ефективного впливу на збереження ментального здоров’я молодих людей. Елементи народної арт- та музичної терапії не лише збагачують знання здобувачів освіти, а й розвивають їх всебічно, сприяють фантазії, креативному розвитку, а, головне, знижують рівень тривожності, стресу, хвилювань, що в комплексі позитивно впливає на їх ментальне здоров’я.
Mitigating marine plastic debris in Hong Kong: an action plan
Authors: Lee Maggie Ka Ka , Hales Emma , Morton James , Stefanelli-Silva Gabriel
Published: May 2024

The impact of marine debris ranges from ecological and social to economic, including ingestion by wildlife, loss of tourist potential and high costs of clean-ups and reallocation of collected litter. In Hong Kong, an astounding amount of litter is collected annually, encompassing plastic food packaging, bottles and bottle caps. With over 60% of discarded items originating from shoreline activities, policies aimed at reducing marine litter in the region are urgent. In this action plan we seek to introduce the issue of marine litter in Hong Kong, identify major impacts, characterise stakeholders and offer potential solutions to the problem. Producer responsibility schemes, legislation seeking to ban commonly found items, development of alternative materials, enforcement of levy for rubbish and fines for littering, and improvement of wastewater and drainage systems are some of the measures that could reduce the amount of discarded debris in the environment. The major stakeholders of Hong Kong’s marine debris issue are primarily the local government, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and businesses related to the plastic production chain. However, great relevance is attributed to invested citizens and researchers given their potential to influence decision makers. The competitive nature of industries in this area should also be taken advantage of, since companies may act as champions of plastic reduction. Finally, further cooperation with the Chinese government should be considered as marine litter is likely to affect - and originate from - mainland waters. In conclusion, collaboration between several actors is of critical importance if a successful reduction of plastic pollution is to be implemented, elevating Hong Kong to an aspiring position amongst global cities.
Technological Trends in The Field of Hydrology and Environmental Sciences: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Erazo Ramirez Carlos , Song Kevin , Demir Ibrahim
Published: May 2024

The rapid advancement and widespread adoption of technology, particularly in web applications and artificial intelligence, have significantly impacted various sectors, including industry, social media, government, and research. This surge in technological utilization has played a pivotal role in the evolution of hydrogeological and environmental sciences, empowering researchers to harness available technologies for data collection, analysis, and communication. This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis spanning from 2018 to mid-2023, focusing on the integration of computing technologies within the realm of hydrological sciences. Leveraging the Elsevier database, we identified 3,701 manuscripts incorporating a range of technological keywords, utilizing web mining techniques to extract pertinent information. Through the application of topic detection algorithms, we established correlations between the primary themes of the papers and technological subjects. Our findings highlight a notable increase in the adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and web technologies within the hydrological sciences, signaling a promising trend towards further integration and innovation in research practices.
The Detection of Automatic Behavior in Other People
Authors: Ullman Tomer David , Bass Ilona
Published: May 2024

The standard model of Theory of Mind posits that we attribute mental states to other people in order to explain their behavior. But what of cases in which we think the other person is being scripted, acting automatically with no goals or beliefs to recover? While a great deal of past work has distinguished between automatic and reflective behavior in one's own decision making, here we argue that reasoning about automatic behavior in other people is an important and largely unexplored area in research into Theory of Mind. We report results from two studies (N = 4,528 total) that examine the detection of automatic behavior in others. In Study 1, we conducted a large-scale survey characterizing the ubiquity of rote interactions in people's daily lives. In Study 2, we showed participants short video clips from a variety of domains, and found that people quickly and reliably attribute automaticity to others, and that automaticity judgements are distinct from other related behavioral attributions. On the basis of our findings, we suggest that reasoning about scripted behavior in others is an important, frequent, intuitive inference, and propose extensions to current research in intuitive psychology to study it further.
Pitch biases sensorimotor synchronization to auditory rhythms
Authors: Pazdera Jesse Kendall , Trainor Laurel
Published: May 2024

Current models of rhythm perception propose that humans track musical beats using the phase, period, and amplitude of sound patterns. However, a growing body of evidence suggests that pitch can also influence the perceived timing of auditory signals. In the present study, we conducted two experiments to investigate whether pitch also affects the tempo and asynchrony of sensorimotor synchronization. To do so, we asked participants to synchronize with a repeating tone, whose pitch on each trial was drawn from one of six different octaves (110–3520 Hz). In Experiment 1, we observed U-shaped patterns in both mean asynchrony and continuation tapping rates, with participants tapping latest and slowest when synchronizing to low and extremely high (above 2000 Hz) pitches, and tapping earliest and fastest to moderately high pitches. In Experiment 2, we found that extremely high pitches still produced slower timing than moderately high pitches when participants were exposed to an exclusively high-pitched context. We advocate for the incorporation of pitch into models of rhythm perception, and we discuss the possibility that there may exist two pitch-based influences on perceived tempo: a learned correlation between higher pitches and faster timing, and a U-shaped effect of stimulus frequency on neural dynamics.
A Response to a Comment on Hall et al. (2024)
Authors: Schmidt Kathleen , Haeffel Gerald , Levy Neil L , Moreau David , Lee Sean T. H. , Buchanan Erin Michelle , Krafnick Anthony James , Voracek Martin , Pfuhl Gerit , Barzykowski Krystian , Kowal Marta , Wagge Jordan Rose
Published: May 2024

In their replication of Turri et al. (2015; Experiment 1), Hall et al. (2024) identified a key condition difference that was not observed in the original experiment. In their commentary, Buckwalter and Friedman (2024) posited that the evidence presented by Hall et al. should be interpreted as fully replicating Turri et al. While Hall et al. may have observed a similar effect size as the one they calculated from Turri et al.’s data, they did not replicate Turri et al.’s statistical results, and their findings were not consistent with Turri et al.’s claims from Experiment 1. Further, Hall et al. presented a nuanced discussion of their findings that acknowledged many of Buckwalter and Friedman critiques. We opine that, through selectively referencing portions of Hall et al.’s results, Buckwalter and Friedman mischaracterize the key findings and conclusions of Hall et al.
DTx in Flux: A Tale of Two Countries, and the Need for Planning the Digital Revolution in Health
Authors: Bélisle-Pipon Jean-Christophe , Cadillac Léo , David Pierre-Marie
Published: May 2024

This paper presents an examination of the contrasting regulatory environments of Prescription Digital Therapeutics (PDTx) in the United States and South Korea. The contrasted contexts aim to illuminate the societal, political, and economic factors that have shaped these divergent paths and their consequences for the development and accessibility of PDTx. The U.S. experience is characterized by the market-driven approach, as embodied by Pear Therapeutics, which despite achieving significant regulatory milestones, faltered due to issues around reimbursement, market acceptance, and financial viability. Contrarily, South Korea's approach offers a government-led model that strategically aligns the development of PDTx with identified healthcare needs. This comparison provides a rich tapestry of insights on the complexities of integrating innovative digital solutions into traditional healthcare ecosystems. Given the unique socio-cultural and economic contexts in which healthcare systems operate, there is no one-size-fits-all model. Policymakers, therefore, are encouraged to consider the nuanced lessons from these cases, adapting them to their respective contexts. This includes carefully considering the most suitable regulatory and reimbursement models, potentially a blend of the U.S. 'push' model, South Korea's 'pull' model, or a hybrid approach. The study underscores the importance of a balanced strategy that simultaneously encourages innovation, ensures alignment with the healthcare system, promotes financial sustainability, guarantees equitable patient access, fosters a diversity of solutions, and manages risks. This tale of two countries stresses the need for an enabling environment that supports the long-term sustainability of the healthcare system and promotes optimized population health outcomes through increased, yet equitable, access to digital healthcare services.
Finetuning and Improving Prediction Results of LLMs Using Synthetic Data
Authors: Macías Melany
Published: May 2024

The Metropolia University of Applied Sciences initiated a project intended to enhance its Moodle platform with an AI-powered plugin, designed to improve the educational process for educators. Central to this initiative is the development of a chatbot designed to engage with users in conversations about teaching material and sustainability, specifically about Sustainable Development Goals.This thesis evaluates several open-source large language models — Llama 3 (8B), Gemma (2B and 7B), and Phi 2 (2.7B) — implementing a methodology that includes training dataset generation, automated evaluation, comparative analysis, and error analysis. Training data was created by collecting sustainability-related documents and using Mistral (7B) to convert plain text into Q&A pairs. Then, these base models were finetuned with the generated sustainability data and general datasets designed for dialogue and summarizations.The model’s performances were measured using the BLEU, ROUGE, AND METEOR scores to assess the quality of text generation, while comparative analysis focused on evaluating the model efficiency relative to the resources consumed and the parameters size, and an error analysis was done to classify the error types. The study shows that finetuning always improved the performance; the best-performing model being finetuned was Gemma (7B) with a METEOR score of 0.25, and the maximum time taken during finetuning was 8 hours and 30 minutes.
Undiagnosed Hypothyroidism: Culprit for Fenofibrate Induced Rhabdomyolysis
Authors: Shahi Ravi , Simkhada Rabindra , Koirala Parash , Neupane Keshab Raj
Published: May 2024

Fenofibrate induced rhabdomyolysis is not very common event. We present a case of muscle pain and generalized weakness following administration of fenofibrate for 10 days in undiagnosed hypothyroidism. Patient gradually improved after stopping the drug. As per our knowledge, this is probably the first case report of fenofibrate induced rhabdomyolysis from Nepal.
अचेलका कठपुतली सचिव {Today's puppet secretary}
Authors: आ. दीक्षीत Acharya Deekshit अर्जुनमणि Arjunmani
Published: May 2024

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Best Practices for Growing a Diverse Materials Science Workforce
Authors: Acoff Viola L.
Published: May 2024

For US industry to remain competitive, materials science and engineering fields must develop strategies for attracting, retaining, educating, and graduating a broader population of undergraduate and graduate students. This article proposes ways to build the STEM pipeline and establish a more resilient and diverse workforce to meet future demands.
The Transformative Power of Additive Manufacturing for Batteries
Authors: Martínez Ana C. , Maurel Alexis
Published: May 2024

The benefits and flexibility of using additive manufacturing (AM) open up new possibilities for lithium-ion battery design and performance beyond the limitations of traditional manufacturing methods. In particular, AM offers the ability to build on-demand complex geometries and shape-conformable battery components with tailored properties. While 3D printing offers significant potential, challenges include considerations related to feedstock consistency, printing parameters, and electrochemical performance of the printed components.
ANALYSIS OF WASTE CONTAMINATION IN AJARA REGION'S MOUNTAIN RIVERS AND ITS FINANCIAL EXPENSES
Authors: Darchidze Guram
Published: May 2024

Anthropogenic impact did not go beyond water resources therefore, the study of water resources and its rational use is of great importance for the development of the country. Ajara is one of the most beautiful and strategically important regions of Georgia due to its location, wealth of flora and fauna, tourism and recreation. In this region we find a hydrological network of medium length and small rivers. As a result of anthropogenic influence, the river water is polluted both chemically and biologically. The practical significance of this research is as follows: determination of the level of biological pollution for monitoring the quality of surface water in the Ajara region, laboratory analyzes and inspection of river basins, after which a plan and cost estimate will be developed, what financial resources will be needed for laboratory studies of existing pollution. As a result of the mentioned studies, the foundation will be laid for the creation of databases on the state of rivers in the Ajara region, based on which it will be possible to plan and carry out future works, which in turn will definitely have a positive impact on the local population and the interests of the country. The Autonomous Republic of Ajara was selected for the study, where for the first time the main polluting circumstances and sources of a certain number of rivers are observed and the underlying causes determined. 10 independent catchment rivers were selected for pollution study using laboratory analysis. In each river, laboratory sampling points were selected and laboratory analyzes were carried out for pH, E. coli, nitrites, total coliform bacteria and streptococci parameters. The article presents the results of the research process and the cost per sampling location, totaling the cost for 10 rivers that will be needed to continue the mentioned studies in the future.
A content analysis of graduate dissertation using the flipped learning method
Authors: Karamete Aysen
Published: May 2024

The aim of this study was to make a situation assessment by examining the postgraduate theses on flipped learning in Turkey between 2014-2023 in terms of thematic, methodological, and analysis techniques. In the study, the systematic review method, which is one of the literature review methods, was used, and data were collected by document analysis method with 177 graduate dissertation samples sourced from the National Thesis Center of the Council of Higher Education. Thematic examination revealed that the many of studies were completed in 2019 at the master’s level within programs at Gazi University, primarily in the Institute of Social Sciences and focusing on the discipline of foreign language education. Methodologically, mixed research methods were frequently used, with the pretest-posttest control group design being prevalent, and a university-level sample size ranging from 1 to 50. Academic achievement tests were the preferred quantitative data collection tools, while interviews were commonly used for qualitative data. In terms of analysis techniques, the t-test dominated quantitative data analysis, while content analysis was the primary method for qualitative data analysis.
Opinions and expectations of instructors on metaverse applications in higher education
Authors: Çalışkan Gökhan , Maya İlknur
Published: May 2024

Nowadays, technology is constantly evolving. The use of developing technologies in daily life brings transformation. One of the areas where transformation is inevitable is education. Developing technologies cause the emergence of new applications and paradigms in education. One of these applications is Metaverse, which have increased in popularity in recently. Interest in Metaverse is increasing day by day at higher education. In addition to the benefits that Metaverse provide to the education, it also has some negative effects. In order to benefit from the benefits provided by metaverse at the highest and to minimise the negativities that will arise with the application, multifaceted studies on metaverse should be carried out. In this study, it is aimed to determine the opinions and expectations of the instructors about metaverse in higher education. The research was designed with phenomenology. In this study, a semi-structured interview form was used to determine the opinions of instructors. 23 instructors who work at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University participated in the study. As a result of the study, it was concluded that the instructors think that education and management processes in higher education will change with metaverse. The studies can be conducted to determine students' opinion on metaverse.
Pengaruh Faktor Individu, Faktor Lingkungan dan Perilaku Kewirausahaan Terhadap Kinerja Usahatani Jamur Tiram di Kota Payakumbuh
Authors: Ernanda Revi , Sumbari Chika
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this research was to analyze the effect of individual factors, enviromental factors, entrepreneurial behavior on the performance of oyster mushroom farming in Payakumbuh city. This research was conducted in Mei – November 2020, and the number of respondents was 60 farmers. The analysis method used was quantitive analysis using Partial Least Square (PLS). The results showed the performance of oyster mushroom farming was determined by entrepreneurial behavior with a coefficient of influence coefficient 0.535. the most dominant entrepreneurial behavior is responsiveness to opportunities (?) of 0.877. Entrepreneurial behavior is influenced by individual factors with an influence coefficient 0.621. The most dominant individual factor that reflected entrepreneurial behavior was the self convidence with the load factor (?) 0.827. Individual factors are influenced by environmental factors with influence coefficient 0.367. The most dominant environmental factor that affected entrepreneurial behavior was inputs availability with the load factor (?) 0.800. This show that an increase of entrepreneurial behavior will be improve performance perspective of oyster mushroom in Payakumbuh city.
Tekstur Tanah dan Respons Tanaman Tanaman Tomat pada Lahan Masam Diaplikasi Asam Humat dari Sari Kulit Buah Kakao
Authors: Rahim Iradhatullah , Maharani M , Harsani H , Suherman S
Published: May 2024

Acidic land is underutilized as agricultural land because of its lack of nutrients and minimal water content. At the same time, acid land is widespread in Indonesia. This study aimed to determine the soil texture and response of tomato plants after applying manure and humic acid from cocoa pod extract. Humic acid was extracted from cocoa pod skin compost using the Tan method, while soil texture was measured using the pipette method. The experimental design used was a randomized block design with 3 treatments of giving organic matter to acid soil, including untreated acid soil, acid soil + manure, and acid soil + manure + humic acid. The results showed that acid soil + manure treatment could reduce the sand fraction up to 53%. In addition, there was an increase in values for all growth and production parameters of tomato plants, including plant height, number of leaves, and tomato fruit weight in acid soil. The addition of manure + humic acid to acid soil can also increase tomato plants' wet weight, dry weight, and root volume.
Design Innovative Solution Model for Banking Specific Financing in Rice Commodity Agribusiness in South Sulawesi
Authors: Zulkifli Z , Mardiyati Sri , Hamzah H , Idhan Abubakar , Suhartina S
Published: May 2024

The long history of agricultural credit schemes in Indonesia as the track record revealed was distinctively devided into (i) Pre-Social Development (1964), (ii) Socio-national Development and Collaboration (1965-1970), Completed Social Development (1970-1984), (iv) Farm Credit (1985-1999), (v) Food Security Credit (2000), (vi) Energy and Food Security Credit (2007), (vii) People Business Credit (2007 – up to recent time). Nevertheless, up to these days non of the agrcultural financing schemes that are consistantly specified to rice product commodity development. This research aimed at 1. Analyzing the obstacles hindering the distribution of the rice commodity agribusiness financing scheme specifically viewed from the collaborative side of financial institution and rice agribusiness farmers, 2. Compehensively analyzing the procedural system for distributing financing schemes implemented to rice agribusiness farmers mainly viewed from the aspects of (i) credit interest rate, (ii) credit limit, (iii) credit recipients, (iv) credit disbursement, (v) credit refund, (vi) credit refund time, and (vii) credit collateral 3. Designing an innovative solution model for banking specific financing reserved to rice commodity agribusiness farmers. The findings of this collaborative research were as follow: (1) obstcales hindering banking institutions from distributing fund to rice farmers were the credit allocation policy itself that is relatively centralized, whereas from the side of agribusiness doers seemed to derived from the weakness of finance administration system as well as the less of bankable collasteral values; (2) Financing schemes disbursement procedural system implemented by credit channelling agencies such as BRI, BNI, and other local banks did not meet with the needs and expectation of agribusiness doers, sophisticated, and too bureaucratic as well, (3) the innovative solution model for bank financing specified to rice commodity agribusiness resulted of this collaborative research was called Rice Agribusiness Credit Scheme (RACS) in which local government squeeze as both coordinator and coach.
OPTIMALISASI USAHA TANAMAN HIAS DENGAN KENDALA FAKTOR PRODUKSI
Authors: Abidin Zainal , Dahar Darmiati , Syamsir S , Badu Rahmat
Published: May 2024

Usaha tanaman hias Wawan Bunga yang berlokasi di Kelurahan Pentadio Barat  Kecamatan  Telaga  Biru  Kabupaten  Gorontalo  memiliki  peluang  yang sangat baik. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kondisi optimal usaha tanaman hias dengan kendala faktor produksi. Data yang digunakan adalah Data Primer dan Data Sekunder. Data primer diperoleh secara langsung melalui wawancara kepada petani usaha tanaman hias dengan menggunakan kuesioner. Data sekunder diperoleh dari studi literatur dan instansi terkait serta penelitian sebelumnya.   Metode   pengumpulan   data   menggunakan   metode   Purposive Sampling dengan tujuan sampel dipilih berdasarkan tanaman yang paling banyak diproduksi. Analisis data penelitian menggunakan analisis data kuantitatif deskriptif   dan   menggunakan   Linear   Programming.   Hasil   penelitian   ini menunjukan   bahwa   usaha   tanaman   hias   Wawan   Bunga   belum   optimal. Pendapatan optimal Rp 11.242.000 lebih besar dibandingkan pendapatan aktual yang hanya Rp 10.455.000. Terdapat sisa lahan 0,02047 Hektar dan modal Rp 1.415.000 yang belum dimaanfaatkan secara optimal. Adanya pengunaan tenaga kerja pada bulan Mei, Juni, November, Desember sebesar 21 HOK yang melebihi batas NRK. Serta untuk bunga X1, X6 , X8, dan X10 dapat mempengaruhi pendapatan optimal sebesar Rp 2.808.000 , Rp 5.024.000, Rp 2.908.000 dan Rp 2.400.000 karena memiliki nilai Reduced Cost besar.
KOMPOSISI HASIL TANGKAPAN SODO’ (SCOOP NET) PADA MALAM DAN DINI HARI DI KECAMATAN MALLUSETASI KABUPATEN BARRU
Authors: Hasmawati H , Aras Muhammad , Usman U , Sulaiman Muhammad , Ilyas I
Published: May 2024

Pengetahuan tentang scoop net sebagai alat penangkapan ikan utama masih terbatas, dikarenakan scoop net merupakan jenis alat penangkapan yang bersifat alternatively dan bukan merupakan commercial fishing gear. Namun demikian, nelayan di perairan  Kecamatan Mallusetasi Kabupaten Barru, serok (scoop net)  yang dikenal dengan istilah Sodo’ merupakan alat penangkapan ikan utama dengan menggunakan alat bantu cahaya.Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui komposisi hasil tangkapan sodo’ (scoop net) yang dioperasikan di Kecamatan Mallusetasi Kabupaten Barru. Pengumpulan data dilakukan pada Bulan Mei – September 2021. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode survei  (Singarimbun dan Efendi, 1989).Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Pengambilan data dilakukan dengan tujuh kali ulangan (7 trip) pengoperasian, yaitu 7 kali pada malam hari dan tujuh kali pengulanan pada dini hari. Data yang terkumpul kemudian dianalisis secara deskriptif. Hasil penenlitian menunjukkan komposisi hasil tangkapan yang diperoleh pada malam hari dominan satu hingga dua jenis ikan yang tertangkap sedangkan operasi penangkapan pada dini hari bervariasi baik dari jenis maupun ukuran yaitu terdiri dari empat hingga lima jenis ikan.
STRUKTUR POPULASI IKAN KEMBUNG LELAKI (RASTRELLIGER KANAGURTA) YANG TERTANGKAP DI PERAIRAN PANCANA KABUPATEN BARRU
Authors: Sonodihardjo Asti Sugiarti , Yahya Muhamad Ali
Published: May 2024

Ikan kembung lelaki telah lama dimanfaatkan oleh masyarakat Kabuapaten Barru dengan menggunakan alat tangkap pukat cincin, payang, dan gillnet, sehingga diduga telah mengalami lebih tangkap. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis struktur populasi ikan kembung lelaki yang meliputi struktur umur, laju pertumbuhan, panjang maksimum, mortalitas, dan tingkat pemanfaatan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode survei dengan mengikuti penangkapan langsung nelayan pukat cincin yang beroperasi di perairan Pancana Kab. Barru. Penelitian dilakukan bulan Juni sampai Juli 2013 dan pengukuran dilakukan sebanyak 8 kali. Data yang diambil berupa data panjang cagak ikan. Sampel yang diukur berjumlah 1.081 ekor dan dianalisis menggunakan program Fisat II. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa panjang cagak ikan yang berhasil diukur berkisar 110-263 mm dengan struktur populasi terdiri dari tiga kelompok umur, pada modus panjang 139,70; 199,31; dan 236,52 mm. Panjang maksimum (L?) 298,29 mm, umur teoritis pada saat panjang ikan sama dengan nol (t0) adalah -0,33 tahun. Mortalitas total (Z) 3,25 pertahun, mortalitas alami (M) 0,51 pertahun, dan mortalitas penangkapan (F) 2,73 pertahun. Tingkat eksploitasi (E) 0,84 atau lebih besar dari batas optimum 0,5. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perikanan kembung lelaki di perairan Kabupaten Barru telah mengalami lebih tangkap.
ANALISIS SWOT DALAM MENENTUKAN STRATEGI PEMASARAN UDANG BEKU PT. MUSTIKA MINA NUSA AURORA TARAKAN, KALIMANTAN UTARA
Authors: Rahmayati Rahmayati
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi kekuatan dan kelemahan (lingkungan internal) serta peluang dan ancaman (lingkungan eksternal) serta merumuskan strategi pemasaran udang beku  yang tepat melalui analisis SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities dan Threats) pada PT.  Mustika Mina Nusa Aurora Tarakan, Kalimantan Utara. Metode penelitian  yang digunakan adalah deskriptif dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui observasi, wawancara, studi kepustakaan  dan internet. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah teknik analisis deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan  adalah dengan menggunakan alat analisis SWOT, maka dapat menggunakan alternatif strategi-strategi berikut : Strategi SO: Pemanfaatan produk, pengembangan SDM, Pengembangan Skala Usaha.  Strategi WO: Penambahan Tenaga Ahli. Strategi ST: Mempertahankan mutu produk, menjamin kualitas produk, produksi berkelanjutan. Strategi WT: Mempertahankan mutu produk, menjaga kepercayaan konsumen.
SISTEM PEMASARAN DAN NILAI TAMBAH PRODUK OLAHAN UBI JALAR KECAMATAN POLONGBANGKENG UTARA KABUPATEN TAKALAR
Authors: Arwati Sitti , Syarif Asriyanti
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk menganalisis pemasaran dan nilai tambah ubi jalar, yang meliputi: saluran pemasaran, margin pemasaran, efisiensi pemasaran, Farmer Shares dan nilai tambah olahan ubi jalar dalam bentuk bakwan dan pastel ubi jalar. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Desa Lassang Barat dan Desa Timbuseng Kecamatan Polongbangkeng Utara, Kabupaten Takalar. Adapun Sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah petani dan pedagang yang terlibat dalam proses pemasaran ubi jalar yang dilakukan secara teknik snowball sampling sebanyak 20 orang, sedangkan sampel untuk nilai tambah sebanyak 10 orang yang mengelolah bakwan dan pastel sebagai usaha rumah tangga yang dipilih secara sengaja. Hasil Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa (1) Saluran pemasaran terdiri dari empat yaitu saluran I: petani-pemilik usaha rumah tangga, Saluran II: Petani Pedagang pengumpul-pemilik usaha rumah tangga, Saluran III: petani-pedagang pengumpul-pedagang pengecer-konsumen, dan Saluran IV: petani-pedagang pengumpul-pedagang besar-pedagang pengecer-konsumen. (2) Margin pemasaran terbesar pada saluran keempat, (3) Efisiensi pemasaran tergolong dalam kategori efisien pada setiap saluran,namun yang paling efisien adalah saluran pemasaran I, (4) Farmer share yang diperoleh terbesar diterima pada saluran pemasaran I yaitu 100%, (5). Nilai tambah yang diperoleh pada pengolahan ubi jalar menjadi bakwan sebesar Rp. 53,483, sedangkan menjadi pastel memberikan nilai tambah Rp. 75.890.
MODEL PENGELOLAAN PERIKANAN RAJUNGAN DALAM MENINGKATKAN PENDAPATAN NELAYAN DI KABUPATEN PANGKEP
Authors: Adam Adam , Firman Firman , Anwar Anwar
Published: May 2024

Permintaan akan kebutuhan pangan protein rajungan yang sangat tinggi, baik untuk kebutuhan lokal maupun untuk kebutuhan perdagangan regional dan antar negara, menyebabkan eksploitasi penangkapan rajungan pada hampir semua wilayah perairan di Indonesia.  Bahkan di beberapa wilayah perairan tertentu, seperti di perairan pantai Kabupaten Pangkep, telah memperlihatkan ancaman yang serius. Baik terhadap stok sumberdaya rajungan maupun terhadap tingkat pendapatan nelayan yang semakin menurun akibat rendahnya hasil tangkapan yang diperoleh. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis Maksimum Sustainable Yield (MSY) dan Total Allawble Catch (TAC), tekanan eksploitasi setiap alat tangkap rajungan, hubungan jarak daerah penangkapan dari garis pantai dan CPUE. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian lapang  (experimental fishing) yang menggunakan 3 (tiga) jenis alat penangkap rajungan, yakni bubu lipat, gillnet, dan dogol/cantrang.  Data hasil tangkapan (rajungan) setiap alat dan lokasi penangkapan dikumpulkan dan dicatat jumlah (ekor), berat (gr), lebar karapaks (cm) dan panjang karapaks (cm).  Data statistik sebagai data sekunder berupa produksi tahunan rajungan, produksi rajungan tiap alat tangkap, serta jenis dan jumlah alat tangkap diperoleh dari Dinas Perikanan dan Kelautan kabupaten Pangkep. Alat tangkap yang digunakan memiliki kesamaan di hampir semua wilayah sentra penghasil rajungan, yaitu bubu, gill net, dan dogol. Jarak dari pantai berpengaruh terhadap ukuran dan berat tubuh rajungan, sehingga sangat baik untuk dimanfaatkan sebagai upaya penentuan zonasi dalam penangkapan rajungan yang berkelanjutan. Musim puncak penangkapan rajungan pada periode April sampai Juli dan periode Oktober sampai Nopember. Hasil analisis potensi lestari rajungan periode tahun 2010 sampai 2014 di perairan Pangkep diperoleh Emsy sebesar 768,90 trip, Cmsy sebesar 2963,75 ton/tahun sehingga diperoleh TAC sebesar 2371 ton/tahun dengan tingkat pemanfaatan (Fmsy) sudah mencapai 85%. Tingkat pemanfaatan sebesar 85% yang dihasilkan pada penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa upaya yang dilakukan oleh nelayan rajungan di Kabupaten Pangkep telah berada pada ambang batas maksimal. Oleh karena itu, perlu dilakukan pengendalian terhadap upaya penangkapan rajungan.