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Tendencies in Photo Tourism Development in Ukraine (on the example of Transcarpathian region)
Authors: Chyr N. V.
Published: August 2018

The purpose of this article is to investigate the main vectors of photo tourism development in Ukraine as an innovative trend in active tourism. On the basis of systematization of the definitions available, the author presents her own vision of the concept “photo tourism”, as well as its main functions. The author gives a brief outline of the geography of the most popular photo tours in the world and emphasizes prospects for development of photo tourism within Ukraine on the basis of the touristic recreational potential available. Among the most popular destinations of photo tourism in the world for street photography and genre photography we can highlight Europe. Paris, Rome, Amsterdam, Madrid, Prague and Lisbon are considered to be truly picturesque photo locations. In terms of scenery tours, the top ranking directions are exotic ones, such as South-East Asia, Central Asia, the Middle East, India, Tibet, China, Nepal, Ethiopia, Bhutan and Malaysia. The whole territory of Ukraine is appealing in terms of photo tour development, though the Ukrainian Carpathians and the Crimea possess the best qualities for scenery, panoramic and genre photography. At present photo tours are being actively carried out only in the Western regions of the country. The most interesting natural locations have been described, which might become the basis for photo tours within the boundaries of Ukraine in the future. The objects to be captured by the camera lens are mostly historical and cultural heritage – castles, fortresses, palace complexes. The Chornobyl Exclusion Zone has become a particularly interesting photo location. A range of schematic maps depicting tourist photo locations in the West of Ukraine has been created. The second vector of the development of photo tourism in Ukraine is the landscapes of the Carpathian Mountains. The following photo tours are successfully implemented and the most popular among tourists: “The Marmaros Mountains: photo trip along the Ukraine – Romania border”; “Verkhovyna Watershed Ridge”; “Borzhava Mountain Valley”; “ Pre-Watershed Gorgany”; “Svydovets Massif”; “Marmaros Massif”. The article analyzes the photo tour proposals nowadays available for Ukrainian tourists, their value and territorial organization. The findings of the research suggest that photo tourism is predominantly directed outside the boundaries of Ukraine whereas the development of internal photo tourism is significantly slower. The benefit of the study is that the author has developed a new tourist product in the market of tourist services of Ukraine – the programme of the photo tour “Gastronomic Transcarpathia”. Food photography of Transcarpathian cuisine is considered to be a promising and innovational element in the development of the tourist industry in the region. This article mentions limiting factors hindering development of photo tourism in Ukraine and in Transcarpathian region in particular.
GENETIC DIAGNOSIS AND REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY OF INTRODUCED MYSTACOLEUCUS MARGINATUS IN THE TOBA LAKE, NORTH SUMATRA
Authors: Kaban Siswanta , Wibowo Arif
Published: August 2018

After M. marginatus has been introduced to Toba Lake, North Sumatra, the status of M.marginatus stocks and their biological properties is unknown. In this study, we examine the genetic patterns of the M. marginatus in Toba Lake, North Sumatra Province. Employing the cytochrome c oxidase subunit I (COI) gene of the mtDNA, we profile the genetic variation within M. marginatus in Toba Lake. We also analyzed reproductive characteristic and commercial catches of M. marginatus. The result shown M. marginatus is a synonim for M. marginatus, in total, 1 polymorphic sites (represent singleton dimensions) was identified and phylogenetic reconstruction reveal low levels of genetic diversity with no clear pattern of haplotype-partitioning. Nucleotide diversity analysis infer the present of two lineages. The Ne value of M. marginatus (1,936 to 3,878), the population has not experienced population growth/expansion as expected and the total production of M. marginatus in Toba Lakeof the year for 2013 has ranged between 3,347.05 – 6,694.1 ton. M. marginatus in the Toba Lake share similar life history traits include maximum body size, longevity, age at maturity, and fecundity(the number of eggs produced). M. marginatus is categorized as the opportunistic strategy consisted of fishes with short generation time, low batch fecundity, and low investment per offspring. This lifehistory traits approach of M. marginatus are important for guide fisheries management for its sustainability. More over the information can be use as pilot data and apply it to data-poor species.
Interleukin-2 Can Cure Kidney Cancer
Authors: Dutcher Janice P. , Wiernik Peter H.
Published: August 2018

As new immunotherapy treatment options become available, one must focus on the goals of extending survival and of potential cure.
KONYA BÖLGESİ’NDE MEFV GEN MUTASYONLARININ SIKLIĞI VE DAĞILIMI
Authors: Taşdemir Pelin
Published: August 2018

Amaç:
Ailesel Akdeniz Ateşi (FMF), otozomal resesif geçişli, tekrarlayan ateş ve
serozit ataklarıyla karakterize inflamatuar bir hastalıktır. Bu çalışmada Konya
ve çevresinde FMF ön tanısı alan hastalarda MEFV
geni mutasyonlarının dağılımını ve sıklığını göstermeyi amaçladık.Gereç
ve yöntem: Konya Necmettin Erbakan
Üniversitesi Meram Tıp Fakültesi Tıbbi Genetik Anabilim Dalı’na 2014-2017
yılları arasında farklı kliniklerden yönlendirilen ve FMF ön tanısı alan 670
hastanın bulguları retrospektif olarak değerlendirildi.Bulgular:
Pyrosekans yöntemi ile yapılan DNA dizi
analizi sonucunda MEFV geni için
tanımlanmış olan 22 mutasyon araştırıldı. Toplam 670 hastanın 325’inde
(%48.5) MEFV gen mutasyonu
belirlendi, bunların 163’ü erkek (%50.15), 162’si kadın (%49.85) idi.
Mutasyonların frekansları sırasıyla M694V, E148Q, M680I(G>C), V726A ve P369S (sırasıyla, %22.38,
%12.98, %9.85, %7.16, %2.53)
şeklindeydi.

Sonuç:
FMF
tanısı almış hastalarda görülme sıklığı açısından cinsiyetler arasında
farklılık gözlenmemiştir. Mutasyonların dağılımı ve sıklığı Türk populasyonunda
yapılan diğer çalışmaların sonuçlarıyla uyumludur.
Avaliação da contaminação ambiental por carbofurano em solo proveniente do cultivo de cana-de-açúcar
Authors: Goulart Adilson Correia , Goulart Simone Machado , Medeiros Maraína Souza , Santos João Paulo Victorino
Published: August 2018

Segundo o Sindicato Nacional da Indústria de Produtos para Defesa Vegetal, de 2012 a 2014, cerca de 10% do total de agrotóxicos comercializados no Brasil foram destinados para o setor sucroalcooleiro. Dentre os agrotóxicos recomendados pela ANVISA no controle de pragas em canaviais destaca-se o princípio ativo carbofurano. De acordo com relatório do IBAMA, nos anos de 2010 e 2013 foram comercializados, respectivamente, cerca de 2000 e 1700 toneladas de carbofurano em diferentes regiões do Brasil, incluindo os Estados de Goiás e Minas Gerais. Dessa forma, esta pesquisa objetivou a verificação da existência de contaminação do solo por carbofurano em amostras provenientes do plantio de cana-de-açúcar. A área selecionada para verificar a ocorrência de contaminação localiza-se na divisa dos Estados de Goiás e Minas Gerais onde o cultivo de cana-de-açúcar é cada vez mais predominante. As amostras foram retiradas em profundidade de 0-20 cm. As coletas foram realizadas em duas estações diferentes do ano de 2016, sendo a primeira realizada no final do mês de maio e a segunda em meados do mês de novembro. O método analítico utilizado para verificar a existência de contaminação do solo pelo agrotóxico carbofurano foi a extração sólido-líquido com partição a baixa temperatura, seguida de análise por cromatografia líquida de alta eficiência, acoplada a um detector ultravioleta. Nas condições de análise estabelecidas e dentro do limite de detecção do método aplicado, não foram encontrados resíduos de carbofurano nas amostras provenientes da área avaliada.
Avaliação da resistência ao desgaste abrasivo dos revestimentos wc-10co, diamalloy® e stellite 6® depositados por hvof
Authors: Gotardo Taíse , Masotti Diego , Geremia Darlan , Bergmann Carlos Pérez
Published: August 2018

A resistência ao desgaste abrasivo dos revestimentos WC-10Co (Carboneto de Tungstênio), Diamalloy® e Stellite 6®, depositados através do processo de aspersão térmica hipersônica (HVOF) sobre um substrato de aço carbono, foi avaliada através do ensaio normatizado ASTM G 65. Este método utiliza uma roda de borracha pressionada contra os corpos de prova e de areia de sílica como terceiro corpo. Os revestimentos foram caracterizados por metalografia com o objetivo de avaliar quanto à presença de poros, óxidos e partículas não fundidas. Além disso, caracterizou-se a dureza e a adesão dos revestimentos ao substrato metálico. Através dos resultados apresentados neste estudo, pode-se observar, ao final do ensaio abrasivo, que o revestimento com maior resistência ao desgaste abrasivo foi o que também apresentou maior dureza superficial.
Análise da viabilidade econômica da fibra orgânica para contenção de hidrocarbonetos
Authors: Callefi Jessica Syrio , Kuroda Walder Taidi Vitor
Published: August 2018

Diversas empresas criam novas soluções em produtos no intuito de melhorar a coleta e destinação de resíduos. Uma destas novas soluções é a substituição da serragem pelo uso da fibra orgânica para a contenção do derramamento de óleo. Assim, este artigo tem o objetivo de avaliar a viabilidade econômica do uso da fibra orgânica ao invés da serragem. Foram utilizados: Fluxo de Caixa, Payback, Valor Presente Líquido (VPL) e Taxa Interna de Retorno (TIR) para a análise da viabilidade econômica. A metodologia utilizada foi a do estudo de caso. Como resultados, observa-se que a fibra orgânica de alta absorção é viável economicamente, pois, ainda que seu custo inicial de obtenção seja mais alto, este se torna mais barato no custo do descarte.
Análise dos limites de inflamabilidade e de segurança da utilização do etanol hidratado
Authors: Ruoso Ana Cristina , Caetano Nattan Roberto
Published: August 2018

O trabalho tem como tema a análise do limite de inflamabilidade de uma solução de etanol em água e da segurança da combustão dessa mistura. O trabalho foi desenvolvido utilizando o etanol produzido na UFSM, onde a concentração do produto final é de aproximadamente de 90% de pureza. Através do etanol foi realizado o procedimento de análise das características de temperatura, tempo de queima e coloração da chama. Essas características foram determinadas a partir de diferentes concentrações, começando em 90% e indo na direção de um valor menor, a cada 5% até que se atingisse o ponto de inflamabilidade para as condições de pressão, umidade e temperatura ambientes. As análises buscam os limites de inflamabilidade do etanol hidratado e garantia da segurança do emprego do biocombustível. O volume final da mistura para todos os testes foi constante. A pesquisa se caracteriza como experimental, aplicada, descritiva e quantitativa. Com as análises concluiu-se que o tempo de combustão das amostras diminui à medida em que se aumenta a concentração de água, e que há ignição nas amostras, numa temperatura ambiente, até 35% de etanol em água. E também, a dosagem máxima de radiação é de 5 kW/m² por 60 s para pessoas e equipamentos.
A gestão da energia solar fotovoltaica sob a ótica da bibliometria
Authors: Rosa Carmen Brum , Siluk Julio Cezar Mairesse , Michels Leandro , Rigo Paula Donaduzzi , Rediske Graciele
Published: August 2018

A geração de energia solar fotovoltaica cresce exponencialmente em todo o mundo, e esse crescimento técnico e comercial deve estar apoiado a estudos de gestão da energia através de ferramentas de apoio à tomada de decisão. Neste sentido, este artigo investigou, a partir de uma análise bibliométrica, o cenário atual das pesquisas acadêmicas na área de Energia Solar Fotovoltaica em cruzamento com os conceitos de Avaliação de Desempenho, Indicadores de Desempenho e Análise Multicritério de Decisão, em um período de 5 anos, de 2011 a 2016. Através desta busca, foram encontrados 49 artigos e constatou-se o potencial internacional dos estudos em energia fotovoltaica, confirmando que as pesquisas abordadas possuem um alto grau de impacto e de citações envolvendo diversos países. Porém, não foram encontrados estudos que envolvessem a temática de desenvolvimento de técnicas de gestão para esta fonte de energia que se encontra em constante expansão. Isso confirma uma lacuna no ambiente de pesquisa científica que deve ser preenchida, visto que estudos nesta área são essenciais para assegurar a continuidade do crescimento da energia solar fotovoltaica no mundo.
IDENTIFICATION OF THE SOURCES GENERATING IMPACT ON THE WATER QUALITY OF THE EAST JIU BASIN
Authors: Simion Alexandru , Lazar Maria
Published: August 2018

The main economic activity in the Jiu Valley is mining, which provides to the society an important content of mineral raw  materials required for the development and progress, representing  the main activity in producing the value chain. The majority of the  mining activities and other economic activities deployed along the  basin of the East Jiu generates both negative environmental impacts (more or less serious) and positive impacts such as those  related to employment, staff training, creating infrastructures etc. In  the most cases, the negative impacts of the human activities can  be much improved up to a point or even eliminated through the  remedial measures, particularly through environmental rehabilitation of the affected areas. But if a watercourse is strongly  affected by sediments generated by the human activity still on the  top side, the pollution will be  intensifed much more on the bottom  side with signifiant changes on the aquatic ecosystems and with an  impossibility of consumption and the use of the water resources by  the riparian population. The main objective of this paper consists of the identification and the description of all human activities  presented along the East Jiu and the analayses of the negative  influence exerted on the river water quality. To compare the water  quality of the East Jiu and monitoring its variations in time, it was  used the method water quality index (WQI), having the straight  purpose of aggregating individual indicators (expressed in physical units) in a unique water quality index.
Plumage pigments identification by High-performance liquid chromatography v1
Authors: Gao Guangqi
Published: August 2018

As one of the most recognizable characteristics in birds, plumage colour has a high impact on understanding the evolution and mechanisms of colouration. Feather and skin are ideal tissues to explore the genomics and complexity of colour patterns in vertebrates. Two species of the genus Chrysolophus, golden pheasant (Chrysolophus pictus) and Lady Amherst’s pheasant (Chrysolophus amherstiae), exhibit brilliant colours in their plumage, but with extreme phenotypic differences, making these two species great models to investigate plumage colouration mechanisms in birds. Here we provide details of the protocols used for plumage pigments identification by High-performance liquid chromatography.The fat-soluble pigments (carotenoids) and oxidation products of melanins (TTCA and PTCA) can be qualitatively and quantificationally analyzed by HPLC with the corresponding standards, respectively.
Resistance training volume protocol vs. HRV v1
Authors: Fortes Leonardo
Published: August 2018

This is a controlled, randomized, and cross-over investigation with 40-week duration. The participants were male young adults with previous experience with RT for testing the effect of long-term RT with different volumes on HRV. This study was conducted in healthy participants in order to investigate the effects of resistance training on HRV without pathological influences. They underwent to a 40-week intervention divided in three RT segments (8 weeks each) and two washouts (8 weeks each) according Figure 1. The intervention order was randomized and counterbalanced. Thus, participants performed 1, 3 or 5 sets of the same exercises with equalized intensity (loading zones) and rest (Table 1) for 8 weeks following 8 weeks of washout between each experimental condition (1 vs. 3 vs. 5 sets). 10 repetition maximum (10-RM) test was performed for defining training intensitythat was adjusted weekly (increase/decrease of 2-5% and 5-10% for upper and lower limbs, respectively) as recommended by Ribeiro et al. (2016). In case the participant performed more than 10 repetitions in two sessions, load (kg) was increased in the next week, whereas whether the participant was not able to perform 10-RM the load was decreased in the next week. HRV was assessed by cardiac monitoring 72h before (pre) and after (post) each experimental RT condition (1 vs. 3 vs. 5 sets). Moreover, the participants were instructed to not performing any physical exercise 48h previously HRV baseline evaluation.
Centella asiatica ethanol extract increases hippocampal brain derived neurotrophic factor in male Wistar rats
Authors: Handayani Astri , Yolanda Sophie , Kodariah Ria
Published: August 2018

BackgroundSynaptic plasticity, which primarily takes place in the hippocampus, is the molecular basis of long- term memory formation. Brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a member of the neurotrophin family, plays a significant role in synaptic plasticity and memory formation. When BDNF is released, it binds to its receptor and activates various intracellular signal transduction pathways leading to synaptic plasticity. Several methods to improve memory function in humans have been studied, one of which is the use of herbal compounds, such as Centella asiatica (CeA), an herbaceous plant that has been used for improving memory. This study aims to examine the effects of CeA ethanol extract on BDNF protein expression in the CA1 hippocampal region in adult male rats.MethodsA randomized experimental design was performed involving 18 adult male Wistar rats. The rats were randomized into three groups: one control/distilled water group and two groups treated with doses of CeA ethanol extract of 300 mg/kgBW (CeA300) and 600 mg/kgBW (CeA600), respectively. CeA ethanol extract was administered orally for 28 consecutive days with weekly weight-adjusted dose. After 28 days, the rats were decapitated, and the hippocampus was isolated from the brain. BDNF protein expression was assessed using immunohistochemistry. Data was analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis test and continued with post-hoc analysis. ResultsThere was a significant increase in BDNF protein expression in the CeA600 group compared to the control group (p<0.001). ConclusionAdministration of CeA ethanol extract increased BDNF protein expression in the CA1 hippocampal region of adult male rats.
Habit of cooking pork on hot stones as main risk of cysticercosis
Authors: Sandy Semuel , Oktavian Antonius , Kawulur Hanna S , Widiyanti Mirna , Sasto Iman HS , Maladan Yustinus
Published: August 2018

BackgroundCysticercosis is an infectious disease caused by the larval form of Taenia solium (cysticercus cellulosae) and has been ranked as the most important food-borne parasite of humans in terms of public health, socioeconomic and trade impact. Cysticercosis is still a health problem in Papua and is inseparable from socio-cultural factors, hygiene and environmental sanitation. The aim of this study was to investigate the seroprevalence of cysticercosis and the risk factors that contribute to cysticercosis.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted in March-November 2016 involving 800 subjects. Demographic data and risk factors were collected using questionnaires. Cysticercosis serological examination was performed by means of the magnetic microsphere bead immunoassay technique coupled with rT24H recombinant protein to detect serum rT24H cysticercosis specific antibodies. The data obtained were analyzed by bivariate test (chi-square) and logistic regression.ResultsCysticercosis seroprevalence in Papua was 3.6% (284/7 874). The logistic regression analysis found that the risk factors playing the role of predictor were cooking pork with hot stones [OR=3.06; 95%CI: 2.19-4.28; p=0.000], nail hygiene [OR=2.05; 95%CI: 1.57-2.67; p=0.000], consumption of raw vegetables or salads [OR=0.52; 95%CI: 0.30-0.91; p=0.022], use of river water for washing foods [OR= 1.92; 95%CI: 1.39-2.64; p=0.000].ConclusionsCooking pork with hot stones was the main risk factor of cysticercosis. Suspected cases of T. solium in pigs should be confirmed by molecular methods. Both taeniasis and human cysticercosis should be notifiable and surveillance in animals should be improved.
A Simple Method of Lingual Flap Retraction in Third Molar Surgery
Authors: Jain Anuj , R Anshul
Published: August 2018

While performing third molar surgery, it is of paramount importance to obtain access to perform atraumatic extraction, especially in cases of deep seated third molars. Retraction of the lingual flap improves access and itreduces the chances of lingual nerve injury. Many instruments are documented in the literature for the same, but with their inherent drawbacks. Hence to overcome the drawbacks of already being used techniques, we recommend the use of silk suture for lingual flap retraction. It is a simple method and easy to use with various advantages over existing techniques.
Quando o capitalismo transforma o espaço urbano em mercadoria: o direito à cidade na Vila Autódromo/RJ frente à agenda neoliberal de megaeventos esportivos
Authors: Cunha Vitor Fraga da , Ferreira Eleonora Freire Bourdette
Published: August 2018

O direito à moradia é um direito social, ele abrange a segurança legal da posse, a disponibilidade de serviços, materiais e infraestrutura, o custo acessível, a habitabilidade, a acessibilidade, localização e adequação cultural, em uma vertente associada ao ideário de direito à cidade. Então, é possível perceber que não há dignidade humana sem moradia. Mas a questão habitacional é um problema sócio-histórico brasileiro, porque apesar do direito à moradia está positivado na Constituição, muitas pessoas não possuem moradia adequada. Nesse contexto, este trabalho discutirá a distância entre o direito e a realidade. Escolheu-se a conjuntura da cidade do Rio de Janeiro, cenário da principal reforma urbana realizada no Brasil nas últimas décadas, para adequar a segunda maior cidade do País às demandas dos megaventos esportivos internacionais - a Copa do Mundo em 2014 e os Jogos Olímpicos em 2016. O objetivo geral do trabalho é analisar o modelo de city-marketing implementado no Rio de Janeiro e o objetivo especifico é identificar os interesses e sujeitos envolvidos no processo de remoção da Vila Autódromo – localizada no Bairro da Tijuca/RJ, também pretende analisar se o direito constitucional à moradia e a dignidade humana foram concretizados na Vila. A metodologia escolhida tem orientação epistemológica da Teoria Crítica através do marco teórico-metodológico do materialismo histórico dialético, adotam-se ainda os raciocínios indutivo e dedutivo, numa pesquisa qualitativa, o que envolve revisão bibliográfica e análise documental como técnicas de pesquisa.
Diferença colonial e antagonismo: investigando a alteridade da américa latina
Authors: Sombra Laurenio Leite
Published: August 2018

Este trabalho visa discutir os conceitos de “diferença colonial” e “pensamento liminar” de Walter Mignolo, em articulação com uma discussão filosófica das questões da diferença e do antagonismo, especialmente de acordo com a proposta de Ernesto Laclau, mas também com reformulações do próprio autor. De acordo com a hipótese do artigo, as relações de alteridade e os antagonismos que compuseram os processos de constituição da modernidade e da colonialidade podem ser compreendidos a partir de uma gramática filosófica estruturada no modo com o qual a questão da diferença foi investigada, especialmente a partir do século XX. Pensá-la em contraposição à ideia marxiana de contradição dialética torna-se um bom recurso para esta análise.
STUDY OF PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF BILE AFTER CHOLECYSTECTOMY ON CHOLELITHIASI S
Authors: Vakhrushev Ya. M. , Khokhlacheva N. A. , Maksimova T. Yu.
Published: August 2018

The aim. To study the physico-chemical properties of hepatic bile and the state of lipid metabolism before and after cholecystectomy for cholelithiasis.

Material and methods. 210 patients with stage I cholelithiasis (comparison group) and 90 patients who underwent cholecystectomy for stage II and III of the cholelithiasis (observation group) were examined. The groups were balanced by gender and age. In verification of the diagnosis, in addition to general clinical data, the results of ultrasound examination of the biliary system were used. A duodenal sounding was carried out followed by a macroscopic, microscopic examination of the hepatic portion of bile, determination of its physical properties and chemical composition. Lipid blood metabolism was studied with an estimate of the coefficient of atherogenicity.

Results. With ultrasound of the biliary system, signs of biliary sludge were found in 86% of the comparison group patients, in 37% of the patients in the observation group there was an increase in the common bile duct. The study of the chemical composition of the hepatic bile of patients of both groups revealed an increase in cholesterol, total sialic acids and total protein, a decrease in bile acids, phospholipids, cholate-cholesterol and phospholipid-cholesterol coefficients. In the study of physical properties, a thickening of bile and an increase in its viscosity were established. Evaluation of the lipid spectrum of blood revealed that lipid metabolism disorders, which are present in patients with cholecystectomy, are preserved after cholecystectomy.

The conclusion. After cholecystectomy for cholelithiasis, bile is still secreted prone to stone formation, as evidenced by its altered physic-chemical parameters. Рatients after cholecystectomy need to use preventive measures to prevent the formation of lithogenic bile.
تطوّر معناه في الدراسة العربية
Authors: Rachman Fazlur
Published: August 2018

Qiyas (Analogy) is considered as one of the important methods in which Arabic is developed in the early centuries. It serves as the base or source of the new words or structures which are not found earlier in Arabs daily speeches. The scholars utilized it as a tool to separate the authentic ones of Arab words from many of those had been witnessed only by few. Qiyas across the ages has evolved in stages. The practice of Qiyas by early scholars does not mean the same by the late ones. This research attempts to reveal the nature of Qiyas; its definitions, stages of its development and its importance in the development of the Arabic language.

This research is descriptive analytical research which the researcher tries to describe the definition of qiyas among Arabic scholars across the ages and the evolution of its meaning and the way scholars use it in their linguistic explanations in developing of linguistic subjects.
Subliminal Messages in Comic Books: A Semiology Study on Ardian Syaf’s Case
Authors: Purwanto Yudhy Setyo
Published: August 2018

The research aimed at knowing the meaning behind the symbols and messages, both the signifier and the signified which in the end could reveal the meta-language meaning. This research used Semiology approach to analyze the images inside the panels of the comic book of Ardian Syaf’s the ‘X-Men Gold vol.1: Back to the Basics. The qualitative method of Semiology could successfully explain the media phenomena. The approach was mostly leaned on Barthes’ work on new Semiology doctrine which enables the researchers to figure out and prove that the non-verbal communication could have a wide interpretation of some significance meanings. The result of the study indicates that (1) all of the messages are related to the 212 event and Al-Maidah 51, (2) the messages portray the relation between Moslems, Jews, and Christians in the artist’s perspective; and (3) all of the messages, thoughthey have a bigger agenda, are related to one character, Kitty Pryde.
The Linkages between Mindfulness and Social Information Processing Theory on the Usage of Whatsapp Media Groups
Authors: Vusparatih Dina Sekar
Published: August 2018

The objective of the research was to find the linkages between mindfulness and social information processing theory on the use of WhatsApp group of Elementary school Principals in District Cilandak Region III for the distribution of various information and instructions. Through the concept of mindfulness and Social Information Processing theory approach (SIP), this research would explore the causes of the frequent emergence of noise, misunderstanding, and even tangency to the WA group that was carried on the meeting of headmaster meetings and relationships between members. The research problem was why WA group still causing issues among the Principals. By using the qualitative approach, data collection techniques used in this research were the interview, observation, and literature study. It is found that technological sophistication does not go parallel with maturity in communicating using media technologies. Lack of mindfulness in the WA group is a form of organizational communication that is simply transferred into the form of text communication on mobile phones that is being the main cause. Also, the organizational structure is still inherent in it and only serves as a bridge/form of interim communication because the main form of communication is still in the form of correspondence and face-to-face meetings.
How Difficult is Claiming Knowledge? A Study from Cognitive Domain Perspective in Writing International Scientific Article
Authors: Azizah Umu Arifatul , Tosriadi Tosriadi
Published: August 2018

This research examined and elaborated the challenges in claiming knowledge faced by students relating to writing in the international scientific article in English. The participants were 20 English master students from one of the universities in Indonesia. The researchers used a questionnaire to find out the coverage level of the difficulties regarding knowledge claim in writing for publication. The researchers also chose purposive sampling technique because the chosen respondents had the adequate experience in writing international scientific article. The researchers find that knowledge explication that considers the writer to use complex thinking is the most difficult stage of thinking in writing the international scientific article. Surprisingly, knowledge analysis is the easiest one for the participants. Despite this, the researchers hope that the findings lead to useful insight into how the students claim the knowledge well. Eventually, discovering the exact method to improve students’ competency in claiming knowledge will be the further study.
Critical Factors in E-Learning Influencing Student Motivation and Collaboration in Indonesian Higher Education Institution
Authors: Magdalena Yulia , Napitupulu Togar Alam
Published: August 2018

The purpose of this research was to determine the effect of e-learning and its elements to student motivation and collaboration. This research was conducted in one of Indonesian higher education institutions. A questionnaire was distributed to collect data from students. Data were obtained from 145 active undergraduate students. The statistical method of multiple regression analysis was used for data analysis, using software Statistical Product and Service Solution (SPSS) version 22. Overall, the results of this research indicate that e-learning has a positive impact on student motivation and collaboration. However, it is found that not all elements of e-learning have positive impacts on student motivation and collaboration.
Analysis of Banking Industry Performance Efficiency in Indonesia Using Parametric and Nonparametric Methods
Authors: Amelda Banon , Sitanggang Erna Bernadetta
Published: August 2018

This research aimed to measure the efficiency performance of the banking industry in Indonesia by using parametric and nonparametric methods, as measured by the stabilization of bank performance efficiency based on the time series from year to year and to identify which variables to the value of efficiency. The analytical method applied the parametric method with cross section approach of Stochastic Frontier Analysis (SFA) while for nonparametric method used intermediation approach from Data Development Analysis (DEA) CRS and VRS model. The data of this research was the financial statements of banks listed on the stock exchange for the period 2012-2016 with 29 databanks processed with the help of Stata 12. From the results of the analysis using the three measures of efficiency, it is known that the efficiency value with Cross Section Stochastic Frontier Analysis shows a stable and high efficient conditions for all banks. While nonparametric methods show different efficiency levels for each bank, which with DEA CRS model not all banks show an efficient performance, only 26,90% on average each year banks have efficient performance, and 99,31% of banks perform efficiently according to VRS model.
Coagulation and sedimentation of particulate pollutants in marine waters after wastewater outfall discharge
Authors: Zhang J.J. , Li X.Y.
Published: August 2018

Outfall discharge to seawater is generally used as a practical means of wastewater disposal in many coastal cities. However, deposition of solid pollutants from the wastewater on the seabed would affect the benthic communities. In the present study, both laboratory experiments and numerical simulations were carried out on the role of particle coagulation in the transport and sedimentation of sewage solid materials in marine waters after outfall discharge. Actual sewage samples were collected from two treatment plants in Hong Kong for the experimental study. A flocculator-imaging system was developed for characterization of the particle size distribution (PSD) dynamics during flocculation and dilution of sewage particles in seawater. The system consisted of an external flow-through cell, a microscopic CCD video recorder and an image analyzer. The laboratory results demonstrated that coagulation played an important role in regulating the transport of solid pollutants in marine waters. Flocculation of 30–45 min could shift the PSD considerably, transforming small particles to larger, fast-settling particle aggregates. With a growth in particle size by flocculation, the average settling velocity of the sewage particulates increased by a factor of 2 or more. In addition to the laboratory study, a mathematical model was developed to simulate the transport dynamic of wastewater particles in seawater after outfall discharge. The results of numerical simulations compared well with the experimental observations. Both laboratory and simulation results suggest the important role of coagulation in the transport and sedimentation dynamics of sewage particles in marine waters, especially in the early phase of outfall discharge. As a result, suspended solids from the wastewater discharge would deposit more closely in the vicinity of the outfall sites.
Membrane fouling in water treatment: effect of solution composition on resistance and compressibility of gel-forming filter cakes
Authors: Waite T.D. , Santiwong S.R.
Published: August 2018

Formation of highly impermeable assemblages on membranes in water treatment can result in significant problems in maintaining permeate flux and necessitate frequent cleaning of the membrane. In this study, we describe the hydraulic properties of montmorillonite clay particles and examine the link between microscopic particle–particle interactions and the bulk properties of the clay assemblage. In particular, we show that changes in the ionic composition of feed waters can have a dramatic impact on the fouling properties of montmorillonite particles with highly impermeable, voluminous filter cakes formed at low ionic concentrations and dramatically more porous assemblages formed at higher ionic strengths.
The influence of agitation on aggregates formed during treatment of water with a content of humic substances
Authors: Pivokonska L. , Pivokonsky M.
Published: August 2018

This study aims to evaluate the influence of agitation conditions on the efficiency of the aggregation process when treating surface water containing humic substances. Laboratory tests were conducted by the jar tests using a variable speed paddle gang stirrer. Optimization of agitation intensity was determined by a Couette flocculator. Suspension was prepared using aluminium chloride as a destabilising reagent. Aggregation efficiency was evaluated by the determination of the degree of aggregation and by the test of aggregation. For all surface waters treated, the optimum treatability was demonstrated by applying higher velocity gradients (G=200–250 s−1).

In addition to the laboratory tests, the plant measurements with water containing increased amounts of humic substances were taken to evaluate the aggregation efficiency. The results obtained by the aggregation efficiency measurements show that the intensity of agitation, with the assistance of perforated baffle-type flocculation chamber, attains a low level of velocity gradient (G=22–113 s−1), in contrast to the optimized velocity gradient level (G=200–250 s−1). The aggregates formed in the water treatment plant have an unsuitably wide size-distribution.
Hubungan pola konsumsi natrium dan kalium dengan kejadian hipertensi di puskesmas Paccerakkang Makassar
Authors: Saharuddin Saharuddin , Amir Safrullah , Said Marwana , Rosmina Rosmina
Published: August 2018

Latar belakang: Hipertensi menjadi masalah kesehatan yang risikonya linear dengan pertambahan usia. Kenaikan tekanan pada dinding arteri hingga nilai ekstrim berpotensi memicu berbagai komplikasi kardiovaskular. Tingkat konsumsi natrium dan kalium menunjukkan asosiasi yang cukup berarti dengan kejadian hipertensi. Keduanya menunjukkan efek antagonis dalam menentukan kekuatan dinding arteri menahan laju aliran darah. Tujuan: Penelitian ini dikembangkan untuk mengobservasi korelasi antara konsumsi natrium dan kalium dengan kejadian hipertensi di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Paccerakkang Kota Makassar. Metode: Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah observasional analitik dengan rancangan cross-sectional. Populasi dalam penelitian ini merupakan individu berusia ≥ 30 tahun yang melakukan kunjungan ke Puskesmas Paccerakkang. Sebanyak 78 responden diikutsertakan dalam penelitian ini dengan teknik penarikan secara accidental sampling. Tingkat konsumsi diobservasi menggunakan instrumen penelitian berupa food recall untuk menggambarkan asupan natrium dan Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) untuk menggambarkan asupan kalium. Analisis bivariat dilakukan untuk memahami hubungan konsumsi garam mineral dengan kejadian hipertensi. Hasil: Hasil penelitian menunjukkan beban hipertensi pada populasi target mencapai 51,3%. Konversi hasil survei konsumsi mengindikasikan masih adanya responden sebanyak 39,7% yang mengonsumsi natrium melebihi batas aman yang direkomendasikan. Namun, tingkat konsumsi natrium yang tinggi masih dapat diimbangi dengan konsumsi kalium yang cukup dengan persentase mencapai 65,4%. Hasil analisis bivariat menunjukkan adanya korelasi yang berarti antara pola konsumsi natrium dengan kejadian hipertensi di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Paccerakkang Makassar (p-value=0,018), berbeda dengan konsumsi kalium yang tidak mencapai level signifikansi dengan kejadian hipertensi (p-value=0,133). Simpulan: Hanya konsumsi natrium yang berhubungan dengan kejadian hipertensi di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Paccerakkang Makassar. Sementara konsumsi kalium meskipun menunjukkan adanya perbedaan, namun tidak menemui kemaknaan yang berarti.
PERILAKU BERESIKO PADA LANSIA “ENDONG-ENDONG” DI PASAR INDUK SAYUR DAN BUAH GIWANGAN YOGYAKARTA : STRATEGI PENGUATAN BURUH GENDONG MELALUI POS UPAYA KESEHATAN KERJA
Authors: Tutstsintaiyn Ribia
Published: August 2018

Tujuan:Untuk mengetahui gambaran kesehatan endong-endong yang berkaitan dengan perilaku kerja yang tidak ergonomis dan upaya penanggulangan risiko PAK (penyakit akibat kerja) dan KAK (kecelakaan akibat kerja ).Konten:Terciptanya kehidupan yang sehat dan meningkatkan kesejahteraan untuk semua usia adalah salah satu fokus SDGs. Namun, hal ini belum terlaksana secara menyeluruh di Indonesia. Endong-endong, atau wanita yang berprofesi mengangkut barang di pasar dengan menggendong menggunakan kain jarik. Sejumlah 60 orang diantaranya merupakan lansia, dimana mereka setiap harinya menggendong buah dan sayur seberat 25-98 kg dalam satu kali angkut dengan frekuensi 15 kali atau lebih. Mereka bekerja tanpa memperhatikan faktor ergonomis seperti berat beban maksimal untuk wanita, frekuensi angkat maksimal dalam sehari kerja, teknik mengangkat beban, waktu kerja, dan tidak memperhatikan jarak tempuh mengangkut beban.Perilaku tersebut dapat menimbulkan masalah kesehatan terutama PAK (penyakit akibat kerja) yaitu nyeri pada sistem muskuloskeletal seperti otot-otot punggung, pinggang, juga nyeri pada tangan, lutut, dan kaki. Masalah yang sering dialami lansia endong-endong adalah keluhan low back pain (nyeri punggung bawah). Selain itu, kelelahan akibat kerja akan meningkatkan risiko terjadinya kecelakaan akibat kerja. Risiko masalah kesehatan ini semakin tinggi terlebih pada lansia mengingat bahwa lansia wanita memiliki daya tahan tubuh yang lebih rentan dibandingkan dengan wanita usia produktif.  Dari hasil penggalian data, sebagian besar lansia endong-endong mengalami keluhan nyeri pada punggung bawah dan kaki. Dimana keluhan nyeri punggung bawah ringan sebesar 31,5%, sedang 57,5% dan berat 11%. Hal tersebut terjadi karena semakin berat beban yang dibawa seseorang setiap kali menggendong maka tekanan pada tulang belakang menjadi semakin besar, sehingga kemungkinan terjadinya nyeri juga semakin besar terlebih ini terjadi pada lansia. Lainnya juga mengalami kecelakaan akibat kerja seperti terjatuh dan terpeleset karena kelelahan dan lingkungan kerja yang licin saat mengangkat beban.Sebagai pekerja sektor informal, kelompok ini tidak secara khusus mendapatkan perlindungan jaminan kesehatan. Sehingga upaya penanggulangan yang dapat diterapkan adalah Pos UKK yang menyelenggarakan upaya pemberian pelayanan kesehatan bagi pekerja informal dengan pendekatan utamanya promotif dan preventif  didukung dengan upaya kuratif dan rehabilitatif sederhana bersumberdaya masyarakat (UKBM). Didalam Pos UKK, terdapat upaya-upaya pencegahan penyakit dan kecelakaan kerja serta upaya pengobatan dan terapi pemulihan sederhana untuk buruh gendong yang beroperasi di Pasar Giwangan Anggota paguyuban sebelumnya diberikan pelatihan upaya pencegahan, pengobatan, dan terapi sebagai kader kemudian keahlian yang didapat tersebut diterapkan pada anggota kelompok Pos UKK Buruh Gendong.
Hubungan antara tingkat konsumsi energi, tingkat konsumsi protein, dan status gizi dengan tingkat morbiditas lansia buruh gendong di pasar induk tradisional Yogyakarta
Authors: Tutstsintaiyn Ribia
Published: August 2018

Persentase penduduk lansia tertinggi terdapat di Provinsi DI Yogyakarta (13,04%). Perubahan struktur dan fungsi tubuh mengakibatkan penyerapan zat gizi tergangggu dan berpengaruh pada sistem kekebalan tubuh seingga mudah terserang infeksi. Morbiditas penduduk lansia akibat infeksi cenderung meningkat. Berdasarkan prasurvei pada lansia buruh gendong, 96,8%  memiliki morbiditas tinggi. Sehingga tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui hubungan antara konsumsi energi, konsumsi protein, dan status gizi dengan morbiditas lansia buruh gendong Yogyakarta. Penelitian ini dilakukan Januari hingga april 2014, menggunakan jenis  penelitian observasional analitik dengan desain Cross-sectional. Besar sampel dalam penelitian ini sejumlah  60 responden lansia yang berprofesi sebagai buruh gendong dan termasuk dalam paguyuban Yasanti. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik Accidental sampling yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi. Variabel dalam penelitian ini meliputi tingkat konsumsi energi, protein, dan status gizi. Kemudian menganalisis distribusi dari masing-masing variabel, dan hubungan antar variabel menggunakan uji statistik Chisquare dan melihat besarnya risiko dengan Ratio Prevalens (RP). Dari 60 responden, 45 responden (75%) tingkat morbiditas tinggi  dan 15 responden (25%) tingkat morbiditasnya rendah. Secara statistik, seluruh variabel memiliki p> α,tingkat konsumsi energi (p = 0,668 RP 0,854 (95% CI : 0,609-1,209) tingkat konsumsi protein (p = 1,000 RP 1,000 95% CI: 0,557-1,796), status gizi (p = 0,881 RP=1,069 95% CI:0,800-1,430). Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa tidak ada hubungan bermakna antara tingkat konsumsi energi, tingkat konsumsi protein, dan status gizi dengan tingkat morbiditas lansia buruh gendong.
Strategic purchasing dalam menjaga sustainabilitas JKN
Authors: Ainul Aisyah Zuhrotul Lailiya , Arumsari Ika Widyastuti
Published: August 2018

Masalah yang dihadapi BPJSK saat ini adalah kepesertaan yang belum maksimal, kepuasan pasien terhadap pelayanan yang tidak sesuai harapan, dana kurang, dan potential fraud yang semakin meningkat. KPK menyebutkan 30% dari dana JKN (Rp 67 T) yaitu Rp 20 T berpotensi fraud yang mana dana tersebut dapat menutupi defisit dana JKN sebesar Rp 9 T. Oleh karena itu, peran BPJSK sebagai purchaser perlu didorong agar dapat berfungsi dengan baik untuk meningkatkan kualitas dan efisiensi. Dalam konsep strategic purchasing yang harus dipertimbangkan purchaser adalah pelayanan apa yang akan dibeli (benefit); terjadinya conflict of interest dikarenakan adanya regulasi yang menyatakan bahwa semua fasilitas kesehatan pemerintah harus bekerjasama dengan BPJSK sedangkan regulasi lain menyebutkan bahwa faskes yang bekerjasama dengan BPJSK harus memenuhi standar dan terakreditasi sementara hanya ±70% yang memenuhi credentialing dan sebagian besar berada di Pulau Jawa; serta penentuan bagaimana pelayanan akan dibeli baik benefit, provider, dan cara belinya. Evaluasi mengenai apakah benefit JKN yang unlimited sudah sesuai dengan kondisi  Indonesia sangat diperlukan. Puskesmas harus setara dalam menjalankan fungsinya sebagai UKM dan UKP, jika puskesmas hanya memprioritaskan kuratif, maka akan mempengaruhi sustainabilitas JKN. Sekitar 80-83% dana JKN yang digunakan untuk kuratif di RS, sehingga perlu dilihat lagi fungsi gate-keeper. Perlu ada peraturan yang memberi kewenangan dinas kesehatan untuk melakukan monev misalnya 1% saja dari dana JKN yang digunakan untuk monev, oleh karena itu perlu ada kontrol dari pihak ketiga yang dapat menilai kinerja purchaser. Dalam pelaksanaan JKN penting adanya equity terhadap akses dan utility sehingga dibutuhkan kolaborasi antara pemerintah pusat dan daerah untuk membangun infrastruktur. Diperlukan juga peningkatan  akuntabilitas dan transparansi purchaser dengan membuat data yang dapat diakses oleh masyarakat dan pemangku kepentingan, penguatan pengendalian mutu pelayanan kesehatan dan pencegahan kecurangan untuk sistem pemantauan JKN  dan BPJS.