bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Manufacturing and Fraud: Evidence from Price Competition and Lean Inventories
Authors: Du Pon Adam W. , Hairston Stephanie , Smith Dallin O.
Published: March 2024

We examine fraud from an industry competition perspective, oriented from inventory theory. We find that fraud occurs among manufacturers more than nonmanufacturers and that the association between price competition and fraud is significantly more pronounced in the manufacturing sector. Aggregating inventory and cash flow patterns to the industry level, we report that industry inventory imbalance rates, from either excessive stockpiling or inventory leanness, associate with increased future price competition, which subsequently associates with more fraud. However, for manufacturers, the industry-wide prevalence of either excess or leanness amplifies future price competition, which is observed as a U-shaped association that ultimately ties to more fraud. These effects are stronger when extreme leanness is the manufacturing industry’s standard. We also provide evidence that the association between price competition and fraud is comparable to managerial incentives’ association with fraud. Together, our findings contribute to the literature on price competition, inventory management, and corporate misconduct.

Data Availability: Data are available from the public sources cited in the text.

JEL Classifications: M11; M21; M41; L60.
Evaluation of treatment parameters for focused-extracorporeal shock wave therapy in knee osteoarthritis patients with bone marrow lesions: a pilot study
Authors: Al-Abbadi Hani , Reznik Jacqueline E. , Biros Erik , Paulik Bruce , Will Rob , Gane Samuel , Moss Penny , Wright Anthony
Published: March 2024

Objectives: To evaluate the effect of different dosage parameters of focused-extracorporeal shock wave therapy on pain and physical function in knee osteoarthritis patients with bone marrow lesions. In addition, to investigate pathophysiological changes based on imaging and biomarker measures.
Methods: Using a single-case experimental design, a total of 12 participants were randomly allocated in 4 equal groups of 3 to receive different dosages of focused-extracorporeal shock wave therapy. Each group received either 4 or 6 sessions of 1500 or 3000 shocks over 4 or 6 weekly sessions. Participants underwent repeated measurements during the baseline, intervention, and post-intervention phases for Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) score, aggregated locomotor function score and pressure pain threshold. Imaging and inflammatory biomarker outcomes were measured at baseline and 3 months following the intervention.
Results: The group receiving the highest dosage of focused-extracorporeal shock wave therapy showed clinical improvements superior to those of participants in the other 3 groups. Statistically significant changes during the follow-up phase in contrast to baseline measurements for the WOMAC score (Tau-U= –0.88, p < 0.001), aggregated locomotor function score (Tau-U= –0.77, p = 0.002), and pressure pain threshold (Tau-U= 0.54, p = 0.03) were observed. Bone marrow lesion and inflammatory cytokines demonstrated no change.
Conclusion: A dose-dependent effect for focused-extracorporeal shock wave therapy on osteoarthritis-related symptoms was suggested. However, these improvements were not associated with changes in the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms.
Prevalence and trajectories of neuropsychological post-COVID-19 symptoms in initially hospitalized patients
Authors: Klinkhammer Simona , Duits Annelien A. , Horn Janneke , Slooter Arjen J.C. , Verwijk Esmée , Van Santen Susanne , Visser-Meily Johanna M.A. , Van Heugten Caroline
Published: March 2024

Objective: To investigate the prevalence and trajectories of post-COVID-19 neuropsychological symptoms.
Design: Prospective longitudinal multicentre cohort study.
Subjects: A total of 205 patients initially hospitalized with SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19).
Methods: Validated questionnaires were administered at 9 months (T1) and 15 months (T2) post-hospital discharge to assess fatigue, cognitive complaints, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress symptoms.
Results: Analyses included 184 out of 205 patients. Approximately 50% experienced high cognitive complaints at T1 and T2, while severe fatigue affected 52.5% at T1 and 55.6% at T2. Clinically relevant insomnia scores were observed in 25% of patients at both time-points. Clinically relevant anxiety scores were present in 18.3% at T1 and 16.7% at T2, depression in 15.0% at T1 and 18.9% at T2, and PTSD in 12.4% at T1 and 11.8% at T2. Most symptoms remained stable, with 59.2% of patients experiencing at least 1 persistent symptom. In addition, 31.5% of patients developed delayed-onset symptoms.
Conclusion: Post-COVID-19 cognitive complaints and fatigue are highly prevalent and often persist. A subgroup develops delayed symptoms. Emotional distress is limited. Screening can help identify most patients experiencing long-term problems. Future research should determine risk factors for persistent and delayed onset symptoms.
Pixton: Una herramienta gamificadora para motivar el proceso enseñanza aprendizaje de la lengua y literatura
Authors:   Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador, Álvarez Collaguazo Luis Alberto , Espinoza Peña Fausto Pompilio ,   Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador, Vera Mosquera Jorge Francisco ,   Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador, Yánez Cando Xavier Oswaldo ,   Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador
Published: March 2024

Motivar el proceso enseñanza aprendizaje de la lengua y literatura es el eje modular de la presente investigación, en donde se plantea ¿Cómo impacta la integración de la herramienta gamificadora Pixton en el proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje de esta asignatura; y cuáles son sus efectos en la motivación y participación de los estudiantes en comparación con métodos tradicionales? Dentro del marco conceptual se desarrollan temática como las teorías de la motivación educativa, describiendo sus elementos esenciales; luego la gamificación en educación detalla las características y principios. También se resalta los beneficios de la herramienta gamificadora Pixton en la educación y por último la tecnología en la enseñanza de lengua y literatura, para exponer diferentes herramientas o aplicaciones tecnológicas. Como marco metodológico se presenta una investigación con un enfoque cuanticualitativo (mixto), porque se recopila datos numéricos mediante una encuesta y datos descriptivos subjetivos en función de una entrevista. Este es un tipo de investigación de campo, porque las técnicas que se emplean son directamente aplicadas a la realidad, con las variables: Estado motivacional del proceso enseñanza aprendizaje de lengua y literatura; y la herramienta gamificadora Pixton. El nivel con que se trabaja la investigación es aplicativo, de carácter no experimental en una población considerada como docente y estudiantes. Entre los principales resultados se destaca la importancia de la herramienta gamificadora Pixton como factor motivacional con un impacto alto para el proceso enseñanza aprendizaje de la asignatura de lengua y literatura. Además, se logra utilizar equipos tecnológicos que comúnmente utilizan los estudiantes.
Assistance for Youth Counselors in Efforts to Improve the Implementation of PIK-R
Authors: Nuzliati T. Djama  , Sahnawi Marsaoly
Published: March 2024

The Youth Information and Counseling Center is a forum for program activities managed for teenagers. The aim of this service is to provide refreshing insight into the function of PIK teenagers as a youth information center and to provide knowledge and skills to youth counselors regarding adolescent reproductive health. This is done by optimizing PIK-KR recording and reporting and training youth counselors by means of socialization through role playing, lectures, discussions and mentoring on the PIK-R program as well as structuring the reporting recording system and simulating how to fill out PIK-R documents. Testing the knowledge and skills of adolescent cadres is regarding adolescent reproductive health and its problems by providing pre-tests and post-tests. The results of the community service show that out of 30 training participants in the pre-test, 28 people got a score <50 and 2 participants got a score >50, with an average score of 40.8. After the intervention was carried out, there was an increase in knowledge as evidenced by an increase in the post-test scores of the training participants. The results showed an increase with an average score of 80. The conclusion of this community service is that the intervention carried out by the community service team has proven to be effective in increasing the knowledge of training participants. It is recommended to continue the same intervention with other trainees to improve their overall knowledge.
Development of Equation for Predicting of Outdoor Thermal Comfort for Individuals During Nighttime in Tropical Humid Climate
Authors: Sangkertadi  , Reny Syafriny
Published: March 2024

The sun's heat factor is the leading cause of discomfort when doing outdoor activities, which does not happen at night. However, it is also necessary to ensure that humans feel comfortable at night, even without sunlight. This study aims to develop a regression equation to predict the comfort scale of humans doing outdoor activities at night in humid tropical climates. This study applied a field research method involving 80 adult respondents consisting of 40 men and 40 women in an outdoor location in a humid tropical climate. The data collection method uses a questionnaire. Respondents as subjects were asked about their comfort level when they received local climate penetration that touched their bodies. At the same time, climate variables around the issue were measured. The climate measured consists of air temperature, radiation temperature, relative humidity, and air speed. The data analysis technique is quantitative descriptive. The research results found 2 regression equations, namely for the case of people sitting and walking casually. The regression equation was then validated by comparing it with other equations, namely PMV and PET. The regression equation from this study helps make decisions about facilities and outdoor space design that provide a sense of comfort for humans during the funeral.
Locally Acquired Malaria in the United States
Authors: Naji Hassan S.
Published: March 2024

Malaria, which affects half the globe, remains a dangerous infectious agent. A recent American study demonstrates a lack of knowledge of local epidemic causes. The main goal of this article is to investigate the Anopheles mosquito, the main vector, and to assess vector-borne disease preparation due to global warming. Overall, we wish to assess vulnerability to smaller malaria outbreaks here in the United States (US). The essay examines malaria’s prevalence globally and its implications in the US. The focus is on locally acquired malaria transmission, its effects, and preventative and control strategies. This article examines how global warming affects malaria transmission, diagnosis, and treatment within the US. Climate change affects malaria-carrying vector behavior and dispersal via changing temperature and humidity. As a result of climate change, multiple mosquito species with the potential to transmit malaria exist throughout the United States, and the vast majority of vector control groups are ill-prepared to deal with a vector-borne illness epidemic. The primary focus of this article is to evaluate our knowledge of the Anopheles mosquito vector as it is spread north of the US due to climate change. Furthermore, we will assess our ability to respond to malaria epidemics and how to reduce the susceptibility to localized malaria outbreaks and how to maintain efficient preventative and control efforts.
Optimalisasi Pengendalian Mutu Guna Mengurangi Jumlah Kerusakan Produk Pada IKM Tempe 21 A Yosodadi Metro Timur
Authors: Selamet Fuadi  , Suryadi  , Surya Aji Dewanda
Published: March 2024

The research problem formulation is what are the factors that cause the amount of productdamage and how to optimize quality control to reduce the amount of product damage in IKMTempe 21A Yosodadi Metro Timur. how to optimize quality control to reduce the amount ofproduct damage in IKM Tempe 21A Yosodadi Metro Timur. The type of research isqualitative research, the data collection technique uses observation, and interviews. Thisstudy focuses on the implementation of Quality Control (quality control) in IKM Tempe 21AYosodadi Metro Timur. Based on the results of research and discussion, it can be concludedthat the factors that cause the amount of damage to tempe products in Mr. Khairunas' TempeIKM consist of lack or excess of yeast, duration of fermentation, changing room temperatureconditions, washing soybeans that are not clean, damaged machines. , and the quality ofsoybeans and how to reduce the amount of product damage, namely ensuring the size of theyeast with the appropriate amount of soybeans so that there is no shortage or excess,ensuring cleanliness in soybean washing, ensuring the fermentation process is good enoughwithout overlapping tempeh, and repairing the machine and seeing the quality of soybeans.become raw materials.
Pengaruh Kepercayaan, Kualitas Layanan, Lokasi Dan Pengaruhnya Terhadap Kepuasan Anggota BMT Assafiyah Kota Gajah Lampung Tengah
Authors: Ratmono  , Slamet Tedy Siswoyo  , Muchlas Alfandi
Published: March 2024

Increasing banking competition is marked by the emergence of many financial institutions.This competition can be seen from the variety of products or services offered, one of which isBMT Assyafiiyah. banking companies or BMT Assyafiiyah must implement a good strategy sothat members are interested in saving at financial institutions. to attract member satisfactionis done by implementing the right strategy, including Trust, Quality of Service, and Location.The data analysis method used is quantitative and qualitative analysis. and the population inthis study were members of BMT Assyafiiyah, totaling 1,027 members with a sample of 91members and tested using: validity test, reliability test, normality test, linearity test,homogeneity test, multiple linear regression analysis, T-test, F test, Test the coefficient ofdetermination R2 and statistical hypothesis. Based on the results of the study, shows that theindicators used in the framework variables including Trust, Service Quality, and Locationhave a positive and significant influence on satisfaction. This shows that if BMT Assyafi'iyahKota Gajah can provide good satisfaction, it will facilitate BMT Assyafi'iyah Kota Gajah inrecruiting members. Conclusions in this study are: There is a positive and significant effect ofTrust, Service Quality, and Location on Member Satisfaction at BMT Assyafi'iyah theNational Blessing of the Kota Gajah.
MODEL CORPORATE UNIVERSITY PADA UNIVERSITAS MUHAMMADIYAH METRO
Authors: Harjati Purwiro , Patimah Siti , Subandi Subandi , Makbullah Deden
Published: March 2024

Peningkatan perkembangan masyarakat sangat bergantung pada peran lembaga pendidikan tinggi, yang meliputi pengajaran, penelitian, pengabdian masyarakat, dan di perguruan tinggi Muhammadiyah yang diperluas dengan penambahan aspek Al Islam dan Kemuhammadiyahan (AIK).Pendidikan tinggi berkualitas penting bagi negara, berkontribusi pada ekonomi, demokrasi, identitas bangsa, dan reputasi internasional.Sistem Penjaminan Mutu (SPM) diperlukan untuk mengawasi kualitas pendidikan.Organisasi pembelajar seperti Corporate University (CU) membantu dalam peningkatan mutu pendidikan tinggi dengan fokus pada pembelajaran berkelanjutan.Penelitian ini menjelaskan penerapan CU pada Universitas Muhammadiyah Metro sebagai acuan untuk penerapan yang dapat dilakukan pada perguruan tinggi Muhammadiyah/Aisyiyah di Indonesia.Penelitian ini mengunakan metode kualitatif dengan kajian literatur dalam pengumpulan data.Hasil penelitian menunjukkan CU mendukung pembelajaran berkelanjutan dan pengembangan organisasi.Tantangan dalam implementasi meliputi hambatan individu dan organisasi yang perlu diatasi untuk memaksimalkan manfaat dari model organisasi pembelajar.
Un reanálisis del sufijo -ístico desde la solidaridad morfológica
Authors: Benítez González Grecia Isabel
Published: March 2024

El sufijo -ístico es anómalo en español en su forma porque tiene tres sílabas y es esdrújulo. Además, su segmentación puede ser ambigua, ya que se puede describir como resultado de una raíz + -ístico, o como una base terminada en -ista + -´ico. De acuerdo con sus características, este sufijo incumple los principios de la teoría de las preferencias de la morfología natural, particu- larmente dos: la forma óptima de la unidad y la transparencia morfotáctica. Por lo anterior, el sufijo -ístico resulta antinatural según este enfoque. En este artículo, propongo un análisis de -ístico como el resultado de la combinación de una base terminada en -ista + -ico, siguiendo la noción de solidaridad morfológica que también explico en este trabajo (Beniers 1996). Estos afijos se encuentran en una relación solidaria, de la que se sigue que no es necesario observar una palabra derivada con -ista en el proceso para emplear el sufijo -’ico sobre ella.
Sun Yefang, Social Needs versus Economic Efficiency in China, Editado, traducido y con introducción de K. K. Fung, New York, M. E. Sharpe, Inc., 1982, XXX + 149 pp.
Authors: Cornejo Bustamante Romer
Published: March 2024

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The first study of real-world efficacy and safety of Natalizumab (Tysabri®) in Iran
Authors: Shahrbaf Mohammad Amin , Samimi Monireh , Karimi Shahedeh , Salari Mehri , Ghaffari Mehran , Yazdanbakhsh Sepideh , Najafian Abbas , Vosough Massoud , Nabavi Seyed Massood
Published: March 2024

Objectives: Natalizumab is an injectable DMT (disease-modifying therapy) which used for RRMS (relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis) since 2006. The drug has been available in Iran since 2014. Introduction: This study was aimed to evaluate the real-world effectiveness of Natalizumab in a referral center in Tehran, Iran. This study is the first real world analysis of efficacy and safety of Natalizumab in our country. Methods: In this retrospective study, patients with RRMS were investigated in a high-volume center in Tehran from 2019 to 2021. MS (Multiple Sclerosis) patients under treatment with Natalizumab who have received at least 3 infusions of the drug and had completed follow-up data, have been evaluated for safety and efficacy of Natalizumab. Results: 100 patients were included in the final analysis. The mean follow-up time was 20 months (6–33 months). The median EDSS (Expanded Disability Status Scale) score of patients reached to 2 from 2.5 after the treatment course (P < 0.0001). The annualized relapse rate (ARR) decreased from 0.81 (95% CI: 0.73–0.87) to 0.023 (95% CI 0.009–0.061). The median JCV (John Cunningham virus) index remained unchanged before treatment 0.85 (IQR: 0.21–2.41) compare to after the treatment 0.85 (IQR: 0.21–2.31). The number of patients with active brain and cervical MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) lesions decreased significantly (P = 0.001). NEDA-3 (No evidence of disease activity) was improved from 9% to 87% after the treatment with Natalizumab. No serious adverse events except than one progressive multifocal encephalopathy (PML) case have been found. The main reasons of switching from Natalizumab to the other DMDs (Disease Modifying Drugs) were positive JC index, starting phase, noncompliance, pregnancy, MRI activity and seroconversion after starting the drug. Conclusion: Natalizumab is a safe and effective choice in RRMS patients for reducing relapse rate, disability score, active MRI lesion, and improving the NEDA (No evidence of disease activity).
American media, Scandinavian audiences: Contextual fragmentation and polarisation among Swedes and Norwegians engaging with American politics
Authors: Robinson Jessica Yarin
Published: March 2024

This article explores the contextual nature of fragmentation and polarisation – subjects that have attracted significant concern in the age of social media. I investigate the media sharing practices of Scandinavian Twitter users discussing the 2020 American presidential election, an event that attracted international attention. Using links in tweets, I map the media networks of users in Sweden and Norway in their national languages and in English. This intranational approach provides a view into whether fragmentation and polarisation are characteristic of the audience or the media milieu. The findings show Scandinavian users exhibit low audience polarisation within their national languages, but they display polarisation similar to American users when engaging with English-language media. At the same time, media fragmentation is higher in the Norwegian language than in any other sphere. This article sheds light on the relationship between the sometimes-conflated concepts of fragmentation and polarisation and provides a discussion of the implications of political information sharing on transnational digital platforms.
A tagging polymorphism in fat mass and obesity-associated (FTO) gene is associated with sepsis status in children
Authors: Jabandziev Petr , Hubacek Jaroslav Alois , Michalek Jaroslav , Jouza Martin , Papez Jan , Pecl Jakub , Slaba Katerina , Slaby Ondrej , Urik Milan , Aulicka Stefania , Kunovsky Lumir , Michalek Jaroslav , Dominik Petr , Kratochvil Milan , Klucka Jozef , Stourac Petr
Published: March 2024

Introduction

Sepsis is one of the most common causes of death in patients admitted to intensive care units (ICUs). The development of sepsis is significantly influenced by genetic predisposition. In this study, we highlight a potential association between a variant of the fat mass and obesity-associated (FTO) gene and risk of sepsis in children and adolescents.

Methods

We investigated a first-intron tagging FTO polymorphism (rs17817449) by comparing a severe condition (SC) group, comprising 598 paediatric patients (ages 0–19 years) admitted to an ICU with fever, systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS), sepsis, severe sepsis, septic shock, or multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS), with a control group consisting of 616 healthy young adults.

Results

We observed a lower prevalence (p < 0.01; OR = 0.59, 95% CI = 0.39–0.87) of the FTO TT genotype in febrile and SIRS patients compared to patients with severe illness. There was a borderline trend towards a lower prevalence of the FTO TT genotype in the control group compared to the SC group (p < 0.09, OR = 0.81, 95% CI = 0.62–1.06).

Conclusions

Our findings suggest that rs17817449, a common FTO polymorphism, may be a predictor of sepsis in paediatric patients, and that higher body weight is protective against this clinical complication.
Discourse Analysis of Ideologies behind Television Commercials of Cold Drink Brands in Pakistan
Authors: Farid Ahmad , Amir Hamna , Amir Hira
Published: March 2024

Television commercials (TVCs) play a significant role in advertising due to their extensive reach and effectiveness in capturing audience attention. This research aims to examine the ideologies and persuasive techniques employed in TVCs for cold drinks, specifically focusing on the commercials of Pepsi and Mountain Dew in Pakistan. The study utilizes a comprehensive methodology including discourse analysis of images and hidden messages within the selected commercials. Fairclough's three-dimensional framework is applied, encompassing the analysis of text production, audience interpretation, and the social conditions surrounding these processes. The linguistic features, such as voiceover, visuals, and multimodality, are explored in detail. The findings reveal that both Pepsi and Mountain Dew commercials strategically employ techniques and themes to appeal their target audiences. Pepsi's "Why Not Meri Jaan?" campaign targets cricket enthusiasts, promotes the emotional connection of sharing moments while watching matches. Mountain Dew, on the other hand, targets adventurous male youth, emphasizing fearless extreme sports. These advertisements construct and reinforce social values to cultivate a devoted consumer base and encourage widespread consumerism. The research sheds light on the persuasive power of TVCs and their ability to shape consumer behavior through the portrayal of desirable social qualities associated with the consumption of carbonated drinks.
UPAYA MEMBANGUN KARAKTER SISWA MELALUI INTEGRASI KONSEP HIMPUNAN DAN AL-QUR’AN DALAM PEMBELAJARAN MATEMATIKA
Authors: HG Izzati Rahmi , Nazra Admi , Rudianto Budi , Syafwan Mahdhivan , Yanuar Ferra , Yozza Hazmira , Narwen Narwen , Helmi Monika Rianti , Maiyastri Maiyastri
Published: March 2024

Al-Qur’an merupakan sumber dari segala sumber ilmu, termasuk matematika. Di sisi lain matematika merupakan suatu bidang ilmu yang sangat erat kaitannya dengan kehidupan sehari-hari dan juga dalam perkembangan bidang ilmu lainnya. Matematika merupakan salah satu bidang ilmu yang sangat dekat dengan ayat-ayat Al-Quran. Pembelajaran matematika diharapkan selalu mengalami perubahan ke arah yang lebih baik untuk menghadapi perkembangan zaman dan teknologi. Pembelajaran matematika juga diharapkan dapat membangun karakter dari setiap peserta didik melalui nilai-nilai agama. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk memperkenalkan konsep himpunan yang diintegrasikan dengan kandungan ayat-ayat yang terdapat pada Al Qur’an. Kegiatan ini dilakukan dalam bentuk seminar online melalui zoom meeting dan streaming youtube. Peserta kegiatan meliputi dosen dan guru matematika serta siswa madrasah tsanawiyah dan aliyah dari sepuluh Provinsi di Indonesia. Kegiatan ini bertajuk “Al Qur’an dan Teori himpunan, dan mendapat apresiasi yang sangat baik dari para peserta seminar. Hal ini ditunjukkan oleh banyaknya peserta yang bertanya dengan antusias dalam sesi tanya jawab. Kegiatan ini telah memberikan motivasi bagi para guru maupun dosen untuk dapat mengintegrasikan konsep-konsep matematika yang dipelajari dengan kandungan ayat-ayat Al-Qur’an. Guru-guru yang telah mengikuti kegiatan ini diharapkan dapat menjadi perpanjangan tangan dalam memasyarakatkan metode pembelajaran matematika yang terintegrasi dengan kandungan ayat Al-Qur’an, khususnya teori himpunan.
PELATIHAN BUDIDAYA JAMUR TIRAM SEBAGAI IMPLEMENTASI PERTANIAN PERKOTAAN DI KOTA PAREPARE
Authors: Zamzam Syamsiar , Yamin Mayasari , Qadri Sri Nur , Gau Andi Dita Tawakkal
Published: March 2024

Alih fungsi lahan menjadi pemukiman semakin meningkat setiap tahunnya, mengakibatkan berkurangnya lahan pertanian. Minimnya lahan pertanian membuat masyarakat di perkotaan harus bercocok tanam dengan konsep urban farming seperti budidaya jamur tiram. Konsep urban farming merupakan salah satu solusi terbaik yang dapat diterapkan di kota seperti Parepare. Budidaya jamur tiram dengan konsep urban farming diharapkan dapat meningkatkan pendapatan masyarakat di Kota Parepare. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan di Jamurin cafe pada bulan Maret – April 2023. Rumusan dari kegiatan ini adalah masyarakat Kota Parepare kekurangan lahan pertanian dan minimnya pengetahuan tentang urban farming. Tujuan dari kegiatan ini adalah agar masyarakat dapat menerapkan konsep urban farming dengan membudidayakan jamur tiram. Kegiatan ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan 3 metode yaitu: 1) sosialisasi, 2) pelatihan dan 3) praktek. Tahapan kegiatan ini adalah, 1) masyarakat diberikan materi tentang budidaya jamur mulai dari menyiapkan alat dan bahan yang diperlukan untuk pemanenan dan pemasaran, 2) masyarakat diberikan kesempatan untuk praktek langsung didampingi narasumber dan 3) masyarakat mempraktekkan secara mandiri apa yang telah diberikan oleh narasumber. Hasil dari kegiatan tersebut, masyarakat Kota Parepare dengan antusias menyimak setiap materi yang disampaikan dan melakukan praktik langsung. Kesimpulan dari kegiatan ini adalah masyarakat Kota Parepare tertarik untuk menerapkan konsep urban farming dengan budidaya jamur tiram.
PEMBUATAN DESINFEKTAN SEDERHANA MELALUI PEMANFATAAN BAHAN KARBOL DAN CAIRAN PEMUTIH PAKAIAN BAGI MASYARAKAT DI BALAI BARU KECAMATAN KURANJI KOTA PADANG
Authors: Rachmaini Fitri , Juwita Dian Ayu , Abdillah Rahmad
Published: March 2024

Salah satu upaya memutus rantai penularan Covid-19 adalah menjaga kebersihan diri dan lingkungan menggunakan antiseptik untuk membersihkan bagian tubuh serta desinfektan yang disemprotkan atau diusapkan pada berbagai benda mati yang diduga terpapar mikroba. Namun, masih banyak masyarakat yang keliru mengenai penggunaan antiseptik dan desinfektan seperti menggunakan antiseptik untuk membersihkan barang serta fenomena penyemprotan desinfektan secara masif pada berbagai tempat bahkan langsung kepada manusia. Selain itu, kurangnya keterampilan membuat cairan desinfektan sederhana secara mandiri juga menjadi salah satu faktor pemicu rendahnya tingkat kepedulian dalam menjaga lingkungan sekitar. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah untuk mengedukasi masyarakat mengenai penggunaan desinfektan dan antiseptik yang tepat serta dapat memanfaatkan bahan karbol dan cairan pemutih pakaian menjadi desinfektan sederhana. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan di Kelurahan Balai Baru, Kecamatan Kuranji, Kota Padang. Metode yang digunakan pada kegiatan ini adalah pemaparan prinsip penggunaan desinfektan dan antiseptik yang tepat serta demonstrasi pembuatan desinfektan sederhana secara langsung. Hasil dari kegiatan adalah meningkatnya pemahaman masyarakat tentang penggunaan desinfektan dan antiseptik yang tepat serta meningkatnya keterampilan masyarakat dalam memanfaatkan bahan karbol dan cairan pemutih pakaian menjadi desinfektan sederhana. Kegiatan ini diharapkan dapat menjadi referensi dalam pembuatan desinfektan sederhana yang bersifat ekonomis, ramah lingkungan, dan dapat dibuat oleh siapapun. Dengan demikian diharapkan rantai penularan Covid-19 dapat diminimalisir.
INTEGRASI ASPEK EKOLOGIS DAN EKONOMIS MELALUI KEGIATAN REFORESTASI DAN PENERAPAN SISTEM TANAM JAJAR LEGOWO DI NAGARI LUBUK KARAK, KABUPATEN DHARMASRAYA
Authors: Wisnubroto Muhammad Parikesit , Edwin Edwin , Sari Wulan Kumala , Heriza Sri , Rezki Dewi , Ikhsan Zahlul , Suhendra Dede , Karjunita Nike
Published: March 2024

Nagari Lubuk Karak secara administratif berada di Kecamatan Sembilan Koto, Kabupaten Dharmasraya, Provinsi Sumatra Barat. Nagari ini terletak pada kawasan perbukitan landai dengan tutupan hutan yang relatif masih baik. Akan tetapi, kondisi lingkungan di Nagari Lubuk Karak dewasa ini senantiasa menghadapi berbagai ancaman yang dapat merusak kelestarian ekosistem, yang seringkali disebabkan oleh faktor ekonomi. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk memberikan edukasi kepada masyarakat dalam menyinergikan aspek ekologis dan ekonomis agar kelestarian ekosistem di Nagari Lubuk Karak yang berada di daerah hulu senantiasa dapat terjaga, tanpa mengesampingkan kesejahteraan masyarakat. Hal tersebut dapat dilakukan dengan cara melakukan integrasi kegiatan reforestasi menggunakan bibit pohon yang bernilai ekonomis sekaligus melakukan intensifikasi pada pertanaman padi milik petani dengan cara menerapkan sistem pertanaman jajar legowo. Kegiatan ini telah dilaksanakan pada tanggal 08 sampai dengan 09 Oktober 2022 di Nagari Lubuk Karak, Kecamatan Sembilan Koto, Kabupaten Dharmasraya. Adapun pelaksanaan kegiatan terdiri dari beberapa tahapan, yaitu sosialisasi kegiatan reforestasi dan penerapan sistem tanam padi jajar legowo, focus group discussion, serta demonstrasi penanaman bibit pohon. Hasil kegiatan ini dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan masyarakat terkait pentingnya reforestasi menggunakan bibit pohon yang bernilai ekonomis sekaligus melakukan intensifikasi pada pertanaman padi milik petani dengan cara menerapkan sistem pertanaman jajar legowo untuk meningkatkan pendapatan petani, sehingga aspek ekonomis dan ekologis dapat berjalan sinergis.
Standardization of Dairy Products Through the Implementation of Pasteurization Technology and Aseptic Packaging
Authors: Putra Rahmat Eka , Lita Ratni Prima , Melia Sri , Juliyarsi Indri , Meuthia Meuthia , Rahmi Devi Yulia , Mardiah Fatma Poni
Published: March 2024

In order to enhance the quality of goat's milk products and ensure their cleanliness and safety for consumption, it is imperative to standardize the product and enhance its quality through the implementation of pasteurization technology and the utilization of aseptic packaging. Moreover, this initiative aims to enhance the sustainable commercialization of Rokir Farm's dairy products. Products can generate financial gains for companies while providing individuals with high-quality dairy products. Additionally, these items can support government initiatives to ensure food security and address nutritional deficiencies. This activity entails a collaborative effort between universities and partners to address particular challenges partners encounter in product standardization. Other goat milk-producing farmer groups can utilize this activity as a model.
Socialization and Practice of Processing Organic Waste into Eco-Enzyme at Sungai Nanam
Authors: Resigia Elara , Anwar Aswaldi , Dwipa Indra , Irawati Irawati , Armansyah Armansyah , Hasibuan Sanna Paija , Kristina Nilla
Published: March 2024

The village of Sungai Nanam, Lembah Gumanti, is an area in Solok Regency, West Sumatra, that produces significant organic waste from horticultural agriculture. If not managed properly, this waste can cause environmental and aesthetic issues. However, this waste can be converted into an eco-enzyme. An eco-enzyme is a liquid enzyme produced by fermenting organic waste. Eco-enzyme has many benefits, including being used as a liquid organic fertilizer, cleaner, and pest repellent. This community service aims to educate and train the community, especially the women farmers group, named Kelompok Wanita Tani (KWT) Rimbo Data Sejahtera, on converting organic waste into eco-enzymes. The program used three methods: socialization, demonstration, and mentoring. It has been proven to be an effective way to educate and train the community, particularly KWT Rimbo Data Sejahtera, on proper waste management. This program is a perfect fit for their needs and is very useful in reducing the impact of pollution.
An Integrated Approach on MSMEs Financial Literacy
Authors:   Department of Public Administration, Panteion University, Greece, Daskalakis Nikolaos , Karpouzis Efstathios , Giakoulas Dimitrios ,   Small Enterprises Institute (IME GSEVEE), Hellenic Confederation of Professionals Craftsmen and Merchants / Department of Political Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
Published: March 2024

Purpose: The main objective of this paper is to suggest an integrated approach of assessing the level of financial literacy of MSMEs, combining quantitative data derived by the use of the OECD/INFE (2019) questionnaire, and qualitative data via designing focus groups to discuss the survey results with various stakeholders and get policy recommendations. Design/methodology/approach: We apply a two-stage methodology; we first use the specifically designed OECD/INFE (2019) questionnaire, and we second apply qualitative focus-group analysis methodology, where we create groups of stakeholders to discuss MSMEs financial literacy. Findings: Stage 1 results show that the financial literacy score of Greek MSME owners is 60.23%, very close to the adult population OECD (2020) percentage. In stage 2, we discuss the scores and survey results with stakeholders in focus groups and we get specific recommendations in the MSMEs financial literacy field, from an MSMEs policy perspective. Research limitations/implications: The main limitation of this study is the small sample of MSME owners that participated in the first stage of our methodological approach. The main practical implication of this paper is that the MSMEs stakeholders’ bodies can offer useful insights in the MSMEs financial literacy field. Originality/value: This study contributes to the field of MSMEs financial literacy (FL) by suggesting an integrated approach in measuring the financial theory of MSMEs, by including both quantitative and qualitative data. We believe that, by suggesting the inclusion of qualitative data derived from the MSMEs stakeholders’ bodies, to complement the quantitative outcome via the application of the OECD structured questionnaire, we can reach better conclusions regarding the MSMEs FL field.
The Two Meanings of ’āšam in Leviticus 5
Authors: Meyer Esias
Published: March 2024

This article explores how the noun ’āšam is used in Leviticus 5 and focuses especially on the argument that the noun has two meanings. A brief look at a number of translations and the way commentators have translated the different occurrences of the noun will support this argument, but many of these commentators do not offer any explanations for why this is so. This article attempts to fill this gap. It is argued that ’āšam has two meanings, one being a general umbrella meaning and one referring to the sacrifice. From a methodological perspective, much of this article consists of a synchronic reading of Leviticus 5, with some engagement with other texts in Leviticus, especially chapter 4. The article also examines the diachronic debates around this chapter and especially around the history of the ’āšam. The author argues that the Priestly author coined an umbrella term for Leviticus 5 because of the more serious nature of the trespasses in this chapter.
Performance of Women-led Political Parties in Lesotho’s 2022 National Elections
Authors: Rabele Litlhare
Published: March 2024

Since the dawn of multi-party democracy in Lesotho in 1993, few political parties have been formed and led by women, and they are not doing well. The main political parties lack the political will and commitment to nominate women as leaders. In the elections of 7 October 2022, none of the main political parties were led by women  and none of them won a single constituency. While many women-led parties could not make it into parliament, a few women leaders got into parliament through Proportional Representation (PR). Four women-led political parties contested the election, all of them performing dismally. It is important to explore why women-led political parties did not perform well, as Lesotho has signed and ratified international protocols on women’s empowerment and equality in politics, among others, the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution 1325, the African Union (AU) Maputo Protocol, and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) protocol on gender and development. All these urge member states to ensure meaningful participation of women in politics and elections, specifically as leaders. We assess the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 5) on gender equality and women empowerment to measure the progress Lesotho has made and the challenges yet to be addressed. This article explores factors that contributed to this poor performance and analyses the reasons for the poor performance by reviewing relevant documents regarding the performance of women-led political parties in Lesotho’s 2022 national elections.
Battle for the Bay Revisited: The 2021 South African Local Elections in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
Authors: Prevost Gary , Cherry Janet , Brennan Patrick
Published: March 2024

The 2021 local election in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) saw a change in the fortunes of the two leading political parties, the African National Congress (ANC) and the Democratic Alliance (DA), in the context of a low-turnout election. The DA lost its advantage from the 2016 election and fell back into a tie with the ANC in the number of councillor seats. The equal position of the two leading parties led to an outsized role for smaller parties, including a minor party, the Northern Alliance, currently holding the mayor’s office in an ANC-led coalition. The authors use the lens of Gavin Davis’s theory on race-based campaigning to analyse the election results and the “violent democracy” framework of Von Holdt to analyse the political situation in the townships, where violence coexists with relatively high levels of political pluralism and participation. Also analysed is the challenge of coalition governments at the local level, and suggestions for electoral reform are offered.
ESTUDO DO EFEITO ANSIOLÍTICO DO Coriandrum sativum L. NO LABIRINTO EM CRUZ ELEVADO POR GAVAGEM
Authors: Otto Barrientos Marcia , De Moura Rocha Laura , Almeida Mendes Felipe , Da Silva Lima Wilhiane
Published: March 2024

A ansiedade é uma vivência comum e se torna patológica ao ser uma resposta inadequada em virtude da intensidade e duração. Para controlá-la no Brasil, os remédios ansiolíticos mais usados são os benzodiazepínicos, porém trazem efeitos indesejados, logo, torna-se importante pesquisas que evidenciem outros tratamentos. O Coriandrum sativum L. tem sido recomendado para o alívio da ansiedade e insônia na medicina popular iraniana. O objetivo deste estudo é examinar se o extrato aquoso da semente do Coriandrum sativum L. terá efeito ansiolítico em camundongos por gavagem. A metodologia do teste foi conforme o modelo experimental qualitativo e quantitativo, utilizando 29 camundongos Swiss em dois grupos, sendo o controle (n = 14) tratado com solução salina 0,9% e o teste (n = 15) tratado com solução aquosa do Coriandrum  sativum L., 200 mg/kg. As soluções foram administradas via oral por gavagem em todos os grupos, se valendo do labirinto em cruz elevado para verificar tais efeitos. O experimento foi desenvolvido entre 13 e 19 h, registrado com uma câmera de 14 megapixels. Os dados quantitativos foram analisados descritivamente no BioEstat 5.0 e as hipóteses testadas pelo teste de Mann-Whitney. A atividade ansiolítica do extrato aquoso do Coriandrum sativum L.      administrado por gavagem pôde ser demonstrada pelo presente estudo (p = 0,01).
CARACTERÍSTICAS DOS MICROEMPREENDEDORES INDIVIDUAIS EM UM ESCRITÓRIO DE CONTABILIDADE DE UM MUNÍCIPIO DO RECONCÂVO BAIANO
Authors: PINTO DA SILVA JONATAS , LIMA DE MOURA ABIDERMAN , DE SOUZA DOS SANTOS CAROLINE
Published: March 2024

O papel do Microempreendedor Individual tem ganhado cada vez mais relevância devido ao fato deste ser um dos principais responsáveis pelo fomento da economia e, por isso, diversas políticas públicas vêm sendo criadas para darem oportunidades maiores de desenvolvimento para este público. O advento da Lei 123 de 2006 possibilitou a criação dessa modalidade de empresa com taxas de impostos menores em comparação com as formações jurídicas já existentes, proporcionando inúmeras facilidades que apoiam o crescimento exponencial dos empreendedores. Baseado nessas considerações, o presente estudo teve como objetivo descrever as características dos Microempreendedores Individuais de um escritório de contabilidade de um município localizado no recôncavo baiano. Para isso, utilizou-se de uma pesquisa de abordagem qualitativa com caráter descritivo, por meio da aplicação de questionários a microempreendedores individuais de um escritório de contabilidade de um município do recôncavo baiano. Observou-se que a maioria dos respondentes são microempreendedores do sexo masculino, com tempo de atuação predominante na faixa de 2 a 4 anos. Além disso, quanto ao seguimento de atuação, a maioria exerce o comércio e prestação de serviços, categoria em que se paga o valor máximo de recolhimento, demonstrando o interesse desses microempreendedores diversificarem seus produtos, e aumentarem sua margem de lucratividade.
DINERO EN ARGENTINA: EVOLUCIÓN HISTÓRICA Y SUS PRINCIPALES EFECTOS EN LA ECONOMÍA LOCAL.
Authors: VIGNOLI GUIDO
Published: March 2024

El presente artículo analiza 83 años de historia monetaria de Argentina poniendo el foco en el comportamiento de los agregados monetarios y sus correspondientes efectos en la economía local. A través de ellos, se destacan tanto los cambios de signos monetarios como el resultado de los diferentes cambios en los componentes que hacen a la oferta de dinero de Argentina. También se muestra cómo es la conformación detallada de la oferta de dinero mediante la definición clásica de los agregados monetarios y luego su definición aplicada. Los resultados de las decisiones de política monetaria hacen que la historia cobre un sentido cada vez mayor, sobre todo en aquellos aspectos que resultaron en grandes crisis y que se ven repetidos en más de una oportunidad a lo largo de todo el periodo analizado.
REINGENIERÍA DE UN SISTEMA DE TRANSPORTE DE MOVIMIENTO HORIZONTAL ALTERNATIVO
Authors: Barzola Marcos Daniel
Published: March 2024

En el departamento técnico de una fábrica de alimentos se confeccionó un prototipo de transporte de movimiento horizontal alternativo, un tipo de máquina de transporte de productos sólidos a granel utilizado en algunas industrias alimenticias, que logra el avance del producto por un canal abierto mediante la alternancia de un movimiento del canal en la dirección del transporte, y un movimiento de mayor velocidad en la dirección opuesta, en el que el producto desliza sobre el canal. Ese equipo logró el avance efectivo de producto, pero se intuyó que su capacidad de transporte era mejorable. Este trabajo buscó llevar a cabo una reingeniería del aparato para aumentar su rendimiento mediante el ajuste conveniente de los parámetros configurables que definen la cinemática del movimiento del canal de transporte. Con el propósito de reducir el volumen de experimentación necesario, se desarrolló un modelo matemático del comportamiento del producto transportado basado en la descripción cinemática del canal de transporte y los fenómenos de rozamiento implicados. El uso del modelo matemático y la experimentación con manipulación de variables permitió encontrar una configuración que presentó un aumento de 115% en la velocidad de transporte en comparación con la condición al inicio del estudio. Los resultados obtenidos permiten afirmar que el modelo desarrollado es suficientemente útil para encontrar configuraciones de operación buenas, incluso las que en un principio no resultaban intuitivas
50 ANOS DE HISTÓRIA DA FACULDADE ADVENTISTA DE EDUCAÇÃO: GESTORES E PROFESSORES CUMPRINDO A MISSÃO
Authors: Guimarães Pereira Sales Giza
Published: March 2024

Conhecer a história de uma instituição educacional e situá-la no contexto da história da formação docente é um desafio instigante e convidativo aos pesquisadores. Dessa forma, este texto tem o intuito de refletir sobre a relevância, abrangência e contribuição da Faculdade Adventista de Educação (FAED), curso de Pedagogia no Centro Universitário Adventista de São Paulo (UNASP), ao longo dos seus 50 anos de existência. Este é o primeiro curso de formação de professores mantido pela Igreja Adventista do Sétimo Dia (IASD) no Brasil. Para compreender a formação docente no âmbito da instituição adventista no Brasil, este texto enfoca o surgimento e contribuição da FAED. A trajetória de formação de professores no Instituto Adventista de Ensino (IAE) remonta ao ano de 1918 por meio da Escola Normal. Somente em 1973, com a criação da FAED, a instituição promoveu a formação docente em nível superior. A partir de 1999, o IAE foi transformado em UNASP e a FAED passou a ser denominada Curso de Pedagogia. A FAED-Pedagogia iniciou um legado para a formação docente adventista brasileira. Perpetua até os dias atuais por meio do curso de pedagogia e demais licenciaturas, contribuindo significativamente para a melhoria da formação de professores, especialmente para o provimento de professores para a rede de escolas adventistas. Ressalta-se que boa parte da liderança educacional da IASD se formou nessa instituição e ocupou diversas funções: professores, coordenadores, orientadores, diretores em escolas de Educação Básica e Ensino Superior da Rede Adventista no Brasil e na América do Sul com o intuito de cumprir a missão.