bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Lean Healthcare in A Brazilian Hospital: Application of the Ishikawa Diagram in the Processes Management of an Operating Theater
Authors: Fraga Vilela Flavio , Wong Kam Cheong , Miranda Bócoli Guilherme , Silva Junho Maria Fernanda , Nunes Lima Dias Mariana , Custodio Zampollo Poliana , De Carvalho Machado Lucas Henrique
Published: October 2023

Patient safety has been gaining prominence since the beginning of the 20th century, as it is a fundamental component of quality in health. This way, the application of Lean Healthcare (LH) can offer patient-focused care, achieving better results for patients, institutional management, operational management, greater customer and employee satisfaction. In this context, the present study aims to apply the LH, through the Ishikawa Diagram, to look for the possible causes of delays in surgical procedures in a regional hospital. The research used a cross-sectional, retrospective and quantitative study to survey the prevalence and nature of errors and their causes. After that, visits were made to the surgical center to explain the application of Ishikawa Diagram and its practical importance. Then, using the Ishikawa Diagram tool, the professionals were asked about the possible causes of the situation presented, participating in the elaboration of cause-effect diagrams together with the researchers through the use of a digital technology conceived in VBA (Visual Basic Application). After analysing 32 surgical procedures, four root main causes and twelve specific causes were identified for the delays in the surgical procedure. Workforce is the main cause of delays in the operating room (51%), followed by methods (22%). These causes resulted in financial losses for the hospital. However, these causes could be identified and prevented.
Comparative Study on Biochemical Effects of Natural and Synthetic Pesticides on Preserved Phaseolus lunatus in Male Albino Rats
Authors: Nweze Chibuzor Caroline , Bamidele Titilayo Oluwayemisi , Muhammad Bawa Yusuf , Adedipe Bisola Lateefat , Tseaa Wandoo , Nebechukwu Eneh William , Yunusa Rahima , Manasseh Happy Abimiku
Published: October 2023

The legume Phaseolus lunatus production is hindered by pest infestation which may have reduced its quality and quantity. To this effect, pesticides come into play to kill these pests. The purpose of the study was to determine how various preservatives affected the biochemistry of male albino rats. Exactly 36 male albino rats of 200-250 g were grouped into six. They were fed with a dietary intervention for 8 weeks with 4 different methods of selected preserved diets. The groups are Group 1 (normal control) was rats administered only feed and water. Group 2 (blank) was rats administered only Phaseolus lunatus without preservative. Group 3 was rats administered feeds + Phaseolus lunatus preserved with aluminium phosphide. Group 4 was rats administered feeds + Phaseolus lunatus preserved with pepper. Group 5 was rats administered feed + Phaseolus lunatus preserved with dichlorvos. Group 6 was rats administered feed + Phaseolus lunatus preserved with wood ash. The result showed significant increase in AST and ALT of lima beans preserved with pepper (23.67±2.47c) (15.38±1.55a) P<0.01 and ash (34.51 2.04d) (15.12±3.10a) P<0.001, respectively. When albino rats were given beans preserved in ash, their CRP levels increased noticeably P<0.05 (69.94±1.64b) (62.97±5.30a). PCV and platelet levels in albino rats given lima beans preserved with ash significantly decreased P< 0.01 (39.00±1.00c) (49.92±5.48a) and P<0.001 (95.54±3.45d) (213.31±32.31a), respectively. The majority of renal function metrics show considerable increases. In conclusion, the study revealed the alteration in the biochemical parameters of the albino rats after consumption of the preserved beans, this may indicate cellular damage.
Case Study of Manak Salah Pregnancy in Bali
Authors: Darmayasa I Made , Setiawan William Alexander , Satrya Megada Anak Agung Gede Agung , Nurina Yanti Ni Made Atika
Published: October 2023

Background: Pregnancy and giving birth to twins of different sexes is a joy for parents because once pregnant they have two children at once with different genders. This will not be the case for certain cultural groups. Twin pregnancies of different sexes or “bunny twins” in certain cultural groups are often referred to as “wrong people”. Problems arise in groups who consider pregnancy and the birth of twins of different sexes as conditions that can pollute the village, so they are required to carry out a tradition called the Manak Salah tradition.
Objective: To understand the cultural values or traditions of Manak salah and their impact on a parent couple or family by conceiving or giving birth to twins of the opposite sex. Methods: A case report of one family who had given birth to twins of the opposite sex and was required to carry out the Manak ritual tradition was wrong.
Results and Discussion: It was reported that a 50-year-old mother was pregnant and gave birth to twins of the opposite sex. As a result of this, their families carry out the Manak Salah tradition required by their village Awig-awig (customary law in Bali) in their yards and several public temples and have to prepare a black pig as a ritual tool. At first, there was a feeling of shock because it was the first time, I heard about such a ritual, and had to prepare a lot of budgets for it. However, the feeling of discomfort soon disappeared due to having two children at once of different sexes. At that time, in Bali, the birth of twins with twins was considered a mistake because it was considered to pollute the village, so they were required to carry out a tradition called the Manak Salah tradition.
Conclusion: Pregnancy with twins in several villages in Bali is still considered a mistake so it requires certain treatment and rituals. The act of isolation and the Prayascita ritual can affect the health of the mother and or her baby. Both physically, mentally, socially, and even financially. A new approach that is rational, adaptive, and promotive is needed to deal with pregnant twins.
LETRAMENTO E AUTORIA PROFISSIONAIS DOCENTES: a prática de uma professora do 3º ano do ensino fundamental e suas revelações
Authors: Silva Barreto Missilene , França dos Santos Rodrigues Isabel Cristina
Published: October 2023

Este trabalho objetiva refletir sobre a constituição do letramento e da autoria docentes, a partir da mobilização do saber-fazer de uma professora do 3º ano do ensino fundamental. Para tanto, partiu-se da seguinte questão: em que medida o letramento e a autoria profissionais docentes são constituídos em formação continuada e são mobilizados no contexto da sala de aula? Para chegar às respostas, observou-se a professora, no período de setembro de 2020 a abril de 2022, em contexto de formação continuada específica sobre as práticas de linguagem (oralidade, leitura e escrita), ocorridas no bojo do Projeto de Pesquisa Práticas socioculturais, linguagens e processos de ensino e aprendizagem na formação docente (IEMCI/UFPA); e no período de fevereiro a março de 2022 em sua sala de aula. A abordagem dos Estudos de Letramento (Street, 2013; 2014; Kleiman, 2005; Freire, 2017; Nóvoa, 2009) e a perspectiva dialógica da linguagem (Bakhtin, 2011 [1979]; Volóchinov, 2018 [1929]) compõem o arcabouço teórico-metodológico do estudo. Como critérios para a análise, balizamos os conceitos de letramento e de autoria a partir das categorias: responsabilidade ética (Bakhtin, 2011[1979]) e concepções do saber (Tardif, 2014). Os resultados indicaram que o letramento e a autoria da docente são constituídos na formação continuada, repercutindo na sala de aula em: responsabilidade ética (Bakhtin, 2011 [1979]); consideração do outro-aluno (Bakhtin, 2011 [1979]); assunção da teoria e prática (Freire, 2017); consciência do inacabamento (Freire, 2017); atitude ativa participante; consciência do agir docente; refração da identidade cultural e da aula e intersecção de saberes – culturais e científicos.
Preventing and combating domestic violence: the role of cultural and mental factors
Authors: Andrusiak I.
Published: October 2023

The article analyzes the cultural and mental factors that influence the spread of the problem of domestic violence.

It is motivated by the fact that the cultural and mental tradition of domestic violence is the background phenomenon that cannot be combated exclusively by legal means. The cultural-mental tradition of the domestic population is a complex socio-cultural phenomenon that reveals ideas, norms and values formed in society, which can contribute to the emergence and support of accidental violence in family relationships. This aspect has a significant impact on the dynamics and distribution of the domestic population in a certain cultural community.

It is indicated that the domestic population violates the basic rights and freedoms of the individual, deepens social problems and negatively affects the physical and mental health of the victims. Manifestations of domestic violence directly violate the sphere of humanization of social reality, encroach on human rights due to the devaluation of the natural right to life, freedom and security of the individual, in particular, endangering the physical and emotional integrity of the victims.

The article determines that the role of cultural and mental values of society is significant, especially in the context of public acceptance of domestic violence, ignoring the problem and not taking it seriously enough and treating it as an expected phenomenon.

The author identifies the characteristics of the mental and cultural values of society that provoke the spread of domestic violence.

Solving issues related to domestic violence requires an integrated approach, active participation of the community and authorities, as well as raising public awareness of the negative impact of this phenomenon on the individual, family and society as a whole. Therefore, it can be argued that the legal policy in the field of domestic population should be a complex system of legal and legal mechanisms to prevent and counteract this phenomenon. Transforming gender norms, overcoming negative family traditions through behavior change and communication-oriented programs can promote gender equality norms and prevent domestic violence.
Intellectual property as an independent concept of legal science: a value-legal approach to definition
Authors: Kotenko M.V.
Published: October 2023

In the work, the author proved the theoretical and practical expediency of the analysis of intellectual property as a component of the conceptual and categorical apparatus of legal science and an element of legal terminology. It is noted that the subject of the research is important from the point of view of the general methodological importance of studying and improving the concepts and categories of jurisprudence, as well as the terminology used in the acts of law-making. It is pointed out that the ambiguity of the doctrinal understanding of intellectual property, as well as the vagueness of its demarcation from other related categories of legal science (for example, intellectual property law, real property law, copyright law, related rights, patent law, etc.), causes today the ambiguity of the conceptual definition of intellectual property, insufficiency of its legal consolidation as an independent term of jurisprudence.

The analysis of doctrinal ideas about intellectual property as an independent concept of legal science was carried out and their generalization was carried out within the limits of special-administrative, formal- legal and broad approaches. It is concluded that the spread of the provisions of the proprietary theory of intellectual property and the theory of exclusive rights in legal science led to the polarization of approaches to the conceptual definition of intellectual property. Therefore, today, in the doctrinal plan, intellectual property has a debatable nature of definition, which is determined primarily by its nature and essence.

The author emphasized that even the specified generalized approaches to defining the concept of intellectual property leave in the shade the main aspect of this legal institution, namely its value-legal dimension. It is the value-legal approach that can be used for the appropriate perception of intellectual property, which accumulates in itself, develops and constitutes an integral part of the system of socio­cultural values. Therefore, the specified approach is methodologically important for the formulation and justification of the appropriate definition of the concept of «intellectual property». The advantages of such an approach to conceptual analysis in theoretical and legal research are that it allows for the formation of cognitive orientation in the knowing subject through the development of ideas about worldview values in nature and society.
Anti-corruption security of Ukraine as a prospective component of state legal politicians: theoretical and legal aspects
Authors: Perederii O. , Grygorenko E.
Published: October 2023

The article, based on the analysis of the features of the content of the Anti-corruption Strategy, highlights certain shortcomings of the regulatory potential of the specified regulatory act. Their isolation gave grounds to substantiate the expediency of the legislative implementation of a specific legal institution - the institution of anti-corruption security. We propose to understand anti-corruption security as a state of protection of the national interests of Ukraine from the use of official powers or related opportunities by the subjects defined by the anti-corruption

legislation for the purpose of receiving an undue benefit or accepting such a benefit or accepting a promise (offer) of such a benefit for themselves or other persons or, accordingly, a promise (offer) or provision of an unlawful benefit to a circle of subjects defined by anti-corruption legislation, or at their request to other natural or legal persons with the aim of inciting this person to unlawfully use the official powers granted to him or opportunities related to them. Since corruption is defined by the legislation of Ukraine as a threat to national security, it is suggested that those responsible for the implementation of the Anti-corruption Strategy and ensuring anti-corruption security define the President of Ukraine as a state institution responsible for the effectiveness of state policy in the field of ensuring national security and defense.

It is substantiated that the introduction of the anti-corruption security institute into the legal system will contribute to the optimization of the legal policy of Ukraine in the field of anti-corruption. Therefore, the creation of a system of legal support for the anti-corruption security institute is a promising and urgent task of the state legal policy. The implementation of the anti-corruption security institute will be a factor in creating real conditions for and decorporatization of power relations at all levels and stopping the degradation and deformation of the system of legal regulators by eradicating illegal practices. The implementation of the anti-corruption security institute requires preliminary urgent scientific analysis, broad discussion and, ultimately, the adoption of a consolidated political decision by higher authorities regarding the development and adoption of a legislative framework for the implementation of the anti­corruption security institute.
The concept of the model system of checks and balances in the political and legal teachings of John Locke
Authors: Oliinyk Y.V.
Published: October 2023

The article analyzes John Locke’s political and legal views on the system of checks and balances, which is reflected in the thinker’s concept of the distribution of power. It is noted that in modern conditions of active modernization of political and legal processes, the study and generalization of experience in the field of public administration is of great importance. Considerable attention is paid to the characteristics of the evolution of political and legal views of the New Age, in particular, political and legal teachings in England. On the territory of England in the 17th century. absolutist theories justified the rule of the «Divine Rights of Kings», revived the ideology of royalism, which criticized the revolution in the name of the foundations of absolutism, referring to traditions and the old constitution of England, which the parliament wanted to abolish. In the course of these changes, the main role was played by the act of the English Parliament of 1689 on limiting the rights of the king, commonly known as the «Bill of Rights». The ideological justification of this act was the doctrine of the famous philosopher John Locke. The article describes certain positions of John Locke set forth in his landmark work «Two Treatises of Government» (1690), thanks to which he is considered the father of political liberalism. This work is divided into two parts, it is in the second part that the author reveals a number of important questions and judgments, starting with the image of the so-called «state of nature», where people are not obliged to obey each other, but everyone decides for himself what he requires law of nature John Locke also reveals his own system of views regarding the origin of the state, its role and significance in society. To study the contribution of John Locke to the political and legal sphere of England at the time and the world, in particular, modern political and legal science, one should stop at the study of part of the doctrine of John Locke, namely the foundations of the implementation of the system of checks and balances, which were laid by him in the concept of the concept of the separation of powers. This article also discusses the fact that the goal of the system of separation of branches of power, as a political and legal phenomenon, is the implementation of preventing the concentration of power in a certain state body by organizing and ensuring the operation of the system of checks and balances.
Democracy as a dynamic political and legal phenomenon: fundamental principles
Authors: Berch V.V.
Published: October 2023

The scientific article examines the fundamental principles of the functioning of democracy as a dynamic political and legal phenomenon.

It has been established that the attitude towards the functioning of democracy is closely related to the trust of the population in the national government. People who are satisfied with the way democracy works in their country are also more likely to say that they trust the national government to do what is right for the country. Given this, the global distribution of trust in national governments is very similar to attitudes toward the political system as a whole.

It has been determined that public commitment to representative democracy is highest in countries with well-functioning democracies. The Democracy Index of The Economist Intelligence Unit is one of the indicators of a country’s democracy.

It is noted that in many countries, party affiliation has a significant impact on the attitude towards the functioning of democracy. People who identify with the current ruling party or parties are significantly more satisfied with their political system than those who support the opposition or do not identify with any political party.

In summary, democracy is a constantly changing, dynamic phenomenon. Its key components are multipartyism and competitiveness; access of the opposition to mass media; inclusiveness of the right to vote; the fairness and neutrality of the electoral process are transformed, as are other dimensions of democracy, such as civil liberties, the rule of law, anti-corruption legislation, the participation of civil society in the management of state affairs, etc. Such continuous variation forces a change in established approaches to the classification of legal regimes, which fall into a realm of ambiguity where multiparty electoral competition is real and fierce, but with certain flaws.

It has been determined that no system of multi-party competition is absolutely fair and open. Some multi-party electoral systems clearly fail the test of democracy, others have serious flaws that do not, however, negate their overall democratic character.
Approval of gender equality in parliaments of the world and Ukraine
Authors: Biloskurska O.
Published: October 2023

The article is devoted to the study of the issue of gender equality in the parliament of Ukraine and other countries of the world. Attention to such a problem is conditioned by the fact that Ukraine, as a legal state, has undertaken to develop state policy taking into account gender aspects. This is reflected in the implementation of the standards of international legislation, implementing them in national legislation, state programs for the implementation of gender equality, etc. The author draws attention to the fact that it is especially important to take into account gender aspects in parliamentary activity. Parliament as a legislative body has a significant influence on policy formation, strategic decision-making, and the level of efficiency in solving key issues. A gender-balanced composition of the parliament is a guarantee that decisions will reflect the different views and needs of women and men, resulting in more objective, rational and compromise decisions that take into account the political, economic, social and cultural composition of society. It was analyzed that the equal representation of women and men in the country’s parliament is an important indicator of the degree of solving gender problems in society. It is emphasized that the initiative to introduce gender equality in the parliament acts not only as a tool of political development, but also as a key element in the formation of new thinking and gender consciousness.

By popularizing the concept of gender equality, the parliament acts as a catalyst for changes in the perception of the roles of women and men in society. By actively supporting and increasing the participation of women in politics and management, a new view and perception of women is being built in society and the expansion of her opportunities in all spheres of life, including science, economy, culture and primarily the social sphere.

The article notes that the increase in women’s participation in the country’s political life is influenced by gender quotas provided for in the electoral law, the main purpose of which is to promote changes in the gender balance in society, and not just a temporary increase in the number of women in parliament.
Legal problems of the existence of "sacrifice" zones as an indicator of environmental injustice
Authors: Krasnova Yu.
Published: October 2023

In order to ensure proper implementation of the principle of environmental justice, which is based on guaranteeing the realization of citizens’ right to an environment safe for life and health, it is necessary to identify all possible environmental risks that block the achievement of such a goal. The system of identifying the most environmentally dangerous enterprises and measures to ensure their environmental safety, introduced by domestic legislation, is considered insufficient in the framework of ensuring environmental justice, since it does not guarantee overcoming the ecological risk of technogenically polluted territories, and therefore makes it impossible to realize the constitutional right of citizens to an environment safe for life and health. This is evidenced by the movement initiated in foreign practice in order to recognize territories that are artificially overloaded as “sacrifice” zones.

It was found that such zones are considered as: areas whose residents are exposed to a higher level of influence due to the neighborhood with environmentally hazardous objects; part of the legacy of environmental racism and environmental injustice; areas of mass diseases caused by consumption of polluted environment; moral stains of the nation. Therefore, in “sacrifice” zones it is not possible to guarantee the right to an environment safe for life and health, since the concept of “environment” in this case is not considered in the sense of “primordial nature”, but as “the cheapest possible”. In this case, both human life and natural resources are considered “disposable” and cannot be passed on to future generations.

Taking into account the outlined circumstances, a scientific conclusion was formed in which it was noted that the main direction of overcoming such negative factors as the imbalance of environmental risks on the territory of Ukraine is the need for full-scale greening of material production, and at the intermediate stage - the provision of social payments to residents of “sacrifice” zones for the purpose of conditionally guaranteeing environmental justice and compensation for environmental damage caused to the health and life of people in technogenically polluted territories.
Do Economic Growth, Income Distribution, and Investment Reduce Poverty Level?
Authors: Suwandi  , Sabar Wardihan
Published: October 2023

Poverty is a condition of the population's inability to meet a decent standard of living. Poverty is also a measure of success in the development of a country or region. This study proposes a hypothesis where economic growth, income distribution, and investment are considered to have a large enough impact on reducing poverty in Enrekang Regency. The data used in this study is secondary data in the form of time series data for the period 2011-2020. The data analysis technique used multiple linear regression analysis. The results of this study indicate that economic growth and income distribution have no significant effect on the poverty level in Enrekang Regency. Meanwhile, investment has a significant negative effect on the poverty level in Enrekang Regency, which means that an increase in multisectoral investment can reduce poverty in this region. So that one of the important things in this study is the hope that the level of labor-intensive investment in Enrekang Regency can continue to be increased in various economic sectors.
Dampak Investasi, Suku Bunga, dan Inflasi terhadap Permintaan Uang di Sulawesi Selatan Periode 2006-2020
Authors: Qarina Qarina
Published: October 2023

Uang adalah segala sesuatu yang digunakan untuk melakukan transaksi atau pembayaran barang maupun jasa. selain itu untuk juga merupakan segala sesuatu yang dapat dipakai atau diterima untuk melakukan pembayaran baik barang, jasa maupun hutang, dimana permintaan uang sebagai Jumlah uang yang beredar yang memiliki peranan penting karena sebagai alat transaksi penggerak perekonomian, besar kecilnya jumlah uang yang beredar akan mempengaruhi daya beli riil masyarakat dan juga tersedianya komoditi kebutuhan masyarakat. Penelitian bertujuan untuk mengetahui Pengaruh Investasi, suku bunga, dan inflasi terhadap permintaan uang di sulawesi selatan, Sumber data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah diperoleh dari data sekunder yang berasal dari Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS) di Sulawesi selatan, serta dari sumber- sumber lain yang dapat mendukung penelitian ini, Penelitian menggunakan jenis penelitian korelasional, dengan menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa variabel Investasi berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap permintaan uang di Sulawesi Selatan, dan Suku bunga berpengaruh negatif dan signifikan terhadap permintaan uang di Sulawesi Selatan, sedangkan Inflasi berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap permintaan uang di Sulawesi Selatan.
Modification of media compositions for micropropagation of Acorus calamus L.
Authors: Wulansari Aida , Ermayanti Tri Muji , Al Hafiizh Erwin , Hapsari Betalini Widhi , Maulana Evan
Published: October 2023

Modification of medium composition is a critical step in tissue culture to find out the best medium formulation for micropropagation. Furthermore, reduction of some nutrients as well as sugar and plant growth regulator concentrations are an effort often done to make the production of seedlings more economic. The aim of the study was to modify media composition by reduction of macronutrients and sugar concentrations in combination with BAP for micropropagation of Acorus calamus. Experiments of Calamus micropropagation was established by culturing single shoots to MS medium with 100, 50, 33.3 and 25% macronutrients added with sugar at 30, 20, and 10 g/l in combination with 0, 0.5, and 1 mg/l BAP. Each medium treatment had nine replicates. Growth of culture was determined every week until 6 weeks of culture. Growth variable recorded was shoots numbers, leaf length, leaf numbers and root numbers. At six weeks of culture, chlorophyll content was also observed. The results showed that reduction of macronutrients and sugar did not influence shoot and leaf numbers in MS medium but required 0.5-1 mg/l BAP. Rooting is best in medium with no addition of BAP. Chlorophyll content decreased in the medium containing BAP in all reduced macronutrients and sugar concentrations. All plantlets survived in the field. Reduction of macronutrients and sugar can be applied for Calamus shoot culture. Cytokinin BAP is critical for shoot growth but this could be omitted for rooting. Therefore, this finding offered more choices in micropropagation of Calamus with low-cost production.
The effect of commercial herbicide and bioherbicide of Ketapang (Terminalia catappa L.) on germination and chlorophyll content of cayenne pepper (Capsicum frutescens L.)
Authors: Ariyana Nur Khasanah Rita , Rahmawati Silvia
Published: October 2023

Herbicides that have less impact on non-target crops are better suited for weed control. The use of a commercial glyphosate-based herbicide (Roundup®) is a farmer's choice for controlling these weeds. The negative effects of glyphosate residues on cultivated crops, environment and human health have led farmers to switch to use bioherbicides. Ketapang (Terminalia catappa L.) leaves have been studied having the potential as bioherbicide but their effects on non-target plant have been less studied. This study aimed to examine the effects of Roundup® and Ketapang leaf extract on germination and chlorophyll content of cayenne pepper as non-target plant. This experimental study was conducted using completely randomized design (CRD) with 3 replications. Cayenne pepper was sown for 14 days. Parameters observed were germination, morphology, weight, and chlorophyll content of cayenne pepper sprouts. The data were analyzed using SPSS ver. 16 and tested with One-Way ANOVA or Kruskal Wallis tests at p-value of 0.05 depended on parametric assumption tests. There were significant differences between the Roundup® solution treatment with the control on all parameters (germination parameters, weight, and chlorophyll content of cayenne pepper sprouts) (p<0.05). The effect was getting worse seen in cayenne pepper seeds given high doses of Roundup® solution. On the contrary, there were no significant differences between the treatments of the aqueous extract of Ketapang leaves with the control on all parameters (p>0.05), except the vigor index. There were morphological changes in the radicle and root of cayenne pepper sprouts exposed to them. Rotted radicles were highly visible in Roundup®-exposed sprouts.
Pengaruh pemberian plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) dari akar bambu terhadap pertumbuhan tanaman terung ungu (Solanum melongena L.)
Authors: Tasya Tasya , Meriem Selis , Alimuddin Alimuddin
Published: October 2023

Budidaya tanaman terung ungu (Solanum melongena L.) yang kurang intensif dan faktor degradasi tanah menjadi penyebab menurunnya hasil produksi tanaman. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan budidaya yang lebih intensif dan usaha yang lebih ramah lingkungan untuk meningkatkan hasil produksi tanaman terung yaitu dengan menggunakan Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR). PGPR mampu meningkatkan pertumbuhan tanaman, hasil panen dan kesuburan lahan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat pengaruh pemberian PGPR dari akar bambu terhadap pertumbuhan tanaman terung ungu (Solanum melongena L.). Studi ini dilaksanakan di Balai Benih Tanaman Hortikultura. Penelitian ini menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) satu faktor dengan 4 taraf perlakuan dosis PGPR yaitu 0 mL/L, 10mL/L, 20 mL/L, dan 30 mL/L yang diulang sebanyak 3 kali sehingga terdapat 12 unit percobaan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengaruh pemberian PGPR tidak berpengaruh nyata terhadap parameter tinggi dan jumlah daun. Hal ini disebabkan karena durasi pengamatan yang terlalu singkat sehingga pengamatan perlu dilanjutkan hingga masa panen untuk melihat pengaruh PGPR di setiap fase pertumbuhan terung ungu.
Development of poster learning media using Pictorial Riddle method on the structure and function of plant tissue in SMA Negeri 3 Sinjai
Authors: Fitriana Fitriana , Arif Wiwin Pramita , Maulana Andi
Published: October 2023

Better learning media can encourage students to think critically and focus on learning materials. This study aims to (1) find out how to develop poster learning media with the Pictorial Riddle method on the structure and function of plant tissue; (2) find out the validity of poster learning media with the Pictorial Riddle method on plant tissue structure and function; (3) find out the practicality Poster learning media using the Pictorial Riddle method on the structure and function of plant tissue; and (4) knowing the effectiveness of Poster learning media with the Pictorial Riddle method on the structure and function of plant tissue. This research method is development research (Research and Development) which refers to the ADDIE development model which consists of 5 stages, namely: (1) Analysis; (2) Design; (3) Development; (4) Implementation; and (5) Evaluation. Product development is tested through validity test, practicality test, and effectiveness test. The subjects in this study were 26 students of class XI MIPA 2 SMA Negeri 3 Sinjai. The research instrument was a media validation sheet to determine product validity data, student response questionnaires and educator response questionnaires to obtain product practicality data, as well as test items to obtain product effectiveness data. The results showed that the developed media had a level of validity, namely 3.78 (very valid), the level of practicality was based on an assessmentthe response of educators and students is 3.6 (very practical), and the test of student learning outcomes using poster learning media with the Pictorial Riddle method reaches 100% with an average value of 88 (very effective). So that the poster learning media with the pictorial riddle method is feasible to use because it has met the valid, practical, and effective criteria.
POTENSI PENGEMBANGAN EKOWISATA BERBASIS ARSITEKTUR TERAPUNG DI DANAU BALANG TONJONG MAKASSAR
Authors: Indrayuni Armi , Yusuf Muh. Arief
Published: October 2023

Pengembangan ekowisata berbasis arsitektur terapung merupakan penelitian potensi kawasan di Danau Balang Tonjong Makassar untuk meningkatkan daya tarik kawasan wisata alam. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengukur nilai potensi pengembangan ekowisata berbasis arsitektur terapung di Danau Balang Tonjong Makassar. Penelitian ini di lakukan di Danau Balang Tonjong Makassar pada bulan April 2022. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode menggunakan penelitian kuantitaif dengan menggunakan Pedoman Analisis Daerah Operasi Obyek dan Daya Tarik Wisata alam (ADO-ODTWA). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kawasan Danau Balang Tonjong Makassar memiliki daya tarik tinggi terhadap objek wisata alami dimana pengunjung menyukai suasana wisata yang tenang dengan aksesibilitas yang tinggi di pusat kota.

Kata Kunci: ekowisata; terapung; arsitektur; danau
Eksistensi fitoplankton di kolong pascatambang timah dengan umur berbeda
Authors: Kurniawan Andri , Syaputra Denny , Prasetiyono Eva
Published: October 2023

Kajian tentang keberadaan fitoplankton di danau (kolong) bekas tambang timah dengan urutan waktu yang berbeda di Pulau Bangka penting dilakukan sebagai bioindikator kualitas ekosistem pada waktu tersebut. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi fitoplankton pada kolong pascatambang timah dengan umur yang berbeda, yaitu < 1 tahun, 20-25 tahun, dan > 50 tahun. Penelitian dilakukan secara eksploratif dengan metode purposive sampling untuk pemilihan lokasi penelitian, sedangkan pengamatan fitoplankton dilakukan secara ex situ di laboratorium. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan empat genus fitoplankton adalah Chlorella, Closterium, dan Coelastrum dari Chlorophyceae serta Synedra dari Bacillariophyceae. Chlorella ditemukan pada semua jenis lubang dan jumlah individu tertinggi pada kolong dengan umur < 1 tahun yaitu sebanyak 1.325 ekor/L. Synedra juga ditemukan di semua jenis lubang dan jumlah individu tertinggi di kolong dengan umur antara 20-25 tahun, sebanyak 107 ind./L. Sedangkan Closterium dan Coelastrum tidak ditemukan pada pit dengan umur < 1 tahun, tetapi teridentifikasi pada kolong dengan umur > 20 tahun. Jumlah individu Closterium tertinggi ditemukan pada pit dengan umur antara 20-25 tahun sebanyak 17 ind./L, sedangkan jumlah individu Coelastrum tertinggi terdapat pada kolong dengan umur > 50 tahun sebanyak 30 ind./L. Hasil penelitian juga menunjukkan indeks keanekaragaman (H') dan indeks keseragaman (E) terendah pada kolong umur < 1 tahun (0,215), sedangkan indeks tertinggi pada kolong umur > 50 tahun (0,817). Indeks dominasi (D) menunjukkan nilai tertinggi terdapat pada kolong dengan umur > 50 tahun (0,522), sedangkan nilai terendah terdapat pada kolong dengan umur < 1 tahun (0,892).
Analisis kegagalan rintisan usaha pasca pelatihan dalam program PKW bidang barista 2021 oleh PKBM Annisa menggunakan metode failure mode and effect analysis
Authors: Nugroho Aldy Mei , Yuamita Ferida
Published: October 2023

PKBM Annisa pada tahun 2021 dipercaya oleh pemerintah untuk mengadakan Program Pendidikan Kecakapan Wirausaha bidang barista sebanyak 120 jam pelajaran dengan siswa sebanyak 20 orang yang putus sekolah dan tidak bekerja dengan rentang usia 15-30 tahun. Dalam proses merintis usaha banyak kendala yang terjadi sehingga membuat usahanya lambat laun tutup. Terdapat 7 penyebab kegagalan rintisan usaha seperti ketinggalan materi, lokasi yang tidak strategis, kurangnya pemasaran produk, anggota yang keluar satu persatu, modal yang besar, kurangnya komunikasi dan harmonisasi antar anggota, serta produk yang kurang menarik. Metode analisis yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah metode Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA). Hasil yang diperoleh setelah dianalisis dengan metode FMEA didapatkan hasil penilaian severity produk yang kurang menarik berdampak besar dengan nilai rata–rata 7,8, penilaian occurance anggota yang keluar satu persatu memiliki nilai sebesar 10 dengan frekuensi sebanyak 4, penilaian detection anggota yang berkurang satu persatu dan modal yang besar memiliki nilai yang paling besar yaitu 7. Dari hasil penilaian RPN didapatkan nilai tertinggi adalah anggota yang keluar satu persatu dengan nilai RPN 483.
Analisis potensi angin dan penggunaan turbin angin pada bangunan tinggi yang terletak di sisi barat Kota Makassar (Studi kasus: Delft Apartemen)
Authors: Rawal Andi Resky , Hamzah Baharuddin , Mulyadi Rosady
Published: October 2023

Kelangkaan energi saat ini menjadi masalah bersama dan menjadi latar belakang perkembangan pada bidang ilmu pengetahuan, sains, industri dan bisnis di hampir semua negara saat ini. Energi angin merupakan salah satu sumber daya alam yang dapat diperoleh secara cuma-cuma dan jumlahnya tak terbatas. Bahkan Indonesia sebagai negara kepulauan, mempunyai sekitar 17.500 pulau dengan panjang garis pantai lebih dari 81.290 kilometer yang mana cukup potensial untuk Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Angin. Dalam hal ini Integrasi teknologi turbin angin pada bangunan tinggi pada dasarnya cukup menjanjikan walaupun kondisi Angin di Indonesia sendiri tergolong fluktuatif, relatif tinggi tapi tidak merata. Penelitian dilakukan pada bulan Agustus-September 2022 di Gedung Delft Apartemen yang memiliki ketinggian 70 meter berdiri tepat di tepi laut sebelah barat Kota Makassar, dengan metode penelitian kuantitatif deskriptif yaitu menginterpretasikan data hasil pengukuran lapangan dan simulasi dengan komputer. Dari hasil penelitian diketahui orientasi arah angin didominasi dari arah barat sekitar 44%, dari arah barat daya 30%, barat laut 13 % dan selatan 6%, utara dan timur masing-masing 3% serta tenggara 1%. Kecepatan angin rata-rata tertinggi 4,8 m/s dan terendah 3,04 m/s serta kecepatan maksimum 9,7 m/s. Intensitas kecepatan angin rata-rata tertinggi terjadi saat orientasi angin dari arah barat daya, yaitu 4,9 atau 5 m/s. Sekitar 65% kecepatan angin di atas 3 m/s dimana menjadi batas minimum operasional rata-rata sebuah turbin angin. Tekanan angin yang diatur secara merata sebesar 4 m/s dapat meningkat sampai 9,7 m/s di sisi kiri, kanan dan atas saat mengenai model 3D gedung Delft Apartemen pada simulasi CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics). Adapun analisis pada software RETScreen, turbin angin model Enercon (Enercon-33-50m) dianggap sesuai karena potensi energi output maksimal hingga 2.164 MWh pada kecepatan angin maksimum 15 m/s dan energi output minimal 104 MWh pada kecepatan angin minimum 3 m/s dengan diameter bilah turbin 33 meter.
A Study of Children’s Outdoor Playground Designs Through Pictures
Authors: İlhan Ildız Gökçen , Ahmetoğlu Emine
Published: October 2023

This study, aimed at examining outdoor playground designs for children through children's drawings, was designed using a phenomenological design, which is a qualitative research method used to reveal and interpret individual perceptions or perspectives regarding a particular phenomenon. In line with the research objective, children aged 7-10, living in a neighborhood in the city center of Edirne, voluntarily participated in the study and were asked to draw a picture of their dream playground. In this context, 120 children were included in the research. The children's drawings were analyzed using descriptive analysis and content analysis. Within the scope of descriptive analysis, codings were made in the categories of "Variety of Play Elements," "Vegetation Materials," "Equipment," and "Ground," based on the "design criteria for children's playgrounds" determined through literature review. Elements that were outside the "design criteria for children's playgrounds" were examined through content analysis and categorized as "play centers," "animals," "other people," "vendors," "sky elements," and "other." The codings were done independently by three experts. The findings obtained from the children's drawings were evaluated and discussed in conjunction with the studies in the literature. As a result of the analysis, it was found that children included risky play equipment in their drawings, and it was recommended that when designing children's playgrounds, safe play equipment suitable for risky play should be included.
Differentiating Mathematics for Gifted Children: A Professional Development Project for In-Service Teachers
Authors: Özen Ünal Deniz , Bildiren Ahmet
Published: October 2023

Gifted children should receive an education that is appropriate to their potential, but the question is whether this is possible without a great deal of teacher competence. This project aims to increase the professional competence of mathematics teachers in gifted education. They were provided with training on the appropriate strategies for gifted students. In this study the knowledge and views of the teachers about the giftedness and the information used in gifted education is investigated. In the training process, seminars were provided regarding the teaching strategies used in gifted education, challenging mathematical tasks to be used to reveal and develop potential, and the differentiation of teaching with the help of technology. The participants of the study were 25 middle/high school in-service mathematics teachers from 17 provinces throughout the country. Teachers learned the teaching strategies for the gifted, and they provided enrichment using challenging mathematical tasks and technological tools.
Sedation with dexmedetomidine decreases skin perfusion in cats
Authors: Hollenbeck Danielle L. , Simon Bradley T. , Scallan Elizabeth M. , Thieman-Mankin Kelley M. , Miller David R. , Dunn Andrew K. , Dickerson Vanna M.
Published: October 2023

OBJECTIVE

To evaluate skin perfusion in cats receiving dexmedetomidine compared to a placebo.

ANIMALS

9 healthy adult research cats.

METHODS

A randomized, blinded, placebo-controlled study design was used. Two sites, the dorsal metatarsus (site: limb) and lateral flank (site: flank), were evaluated with laser speckle contrast imaging (LSCI) at baseline and following administration of dexmedetomidine (1, 3, or 5 mcg/kg, IV) or a placebo (0.9% saline, IV). Mean speckle contrast (MSC), a surrogate for perfusion, was obtained from LSCI and compared between treatments. Heart rate, sedation score, and body temperature were recorded. Skin perfusion to the flank and limb, reported as MSC, was assessed via LSCI at baseline and at 5, 10, and 15 minutes posttreatment.

RESULTS

There was a significant decrease in heart rate (P < .001) in cats receiving 1, 3, and 5 mcg/kg dexmedetomidine compared to placebo. There was a significant increase in median sedation score at all time points postsedation compared to baseline (P < .018). Changes in MSC for the metatarsus were not significantly different between treatments at any time point (P = .12). For the flank, MSC was significantly higher for cats treated with dexmedetomidine compared to baseline (P ≤ .01). Skin perfusion to the flank decreased as early as 5 minutes posttreatment with dexmedetomidine and persisted for at least 15 minutes, regardless of dexmedetomidine dose.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

Dexmedetomidine decreased skin perfusion in cats, even at low doses. Veterinarians may elect for an alternative sedative medication when decreased skin perfusion is a concern.
The piriformis muscle syndrome – anatomy, diagnosis and the role of physiotherapy. A Review
Authors: Barzak Bartosz , Hankus Kornelia , Mielczarek Anna , Wozniak Slawomir
Published: October 2023

This review examines the role of the physiotherapist in diagnosing piriformis muscle syndrome (PS), taking into account the exact anatomy of the muscle and the arsenal of tests the physiotherapist can use. In the works we researched, talking about PS ignores the role of the physiotherapist as the first specialist the patient should turn to. Many works emphasize the physician’s physical examination and often surgical intervention. The participation of a physiotherapist in the process of diagnosing ailments such as PS requires further research, but already with a high degree of reliability, a physiotherapeutic examination can speed up the process of diagnosis and treatment.
Factors Influencing Professional Indemnity Insurance Use in Construction Risk Management
Authors: Ngoy Kabemba S. , Chisumbe Sampa , Petere Gaida , Mwiya Balimu , Mwanaumo Erastus
Published: October 2023

Despite convergence shown by different schools of thought on the correlation between efficient risk management practices and enhanced delivery of sustainable construction projects, the knowledge gap on the use of professional indemnity insurance (PII) is still persistent in Africa, particularly in Zambia. This paper examined factors influencing the use of PII to manage construction risks. It has identified the main factors influencing the use of PII, assessed their influence and respondents’ consensus level in the Zambia context. Data were collected qualitatively using a two-round Delphi survey. Ten field experts were selected, including construction professionals, contractors and surety providers. Experts’ opinion positioned premium and legal framework as highly influential with a median of within the range of 9 to 10; surety prequalification and stakeholders’ interest as being influential with a median equal to 7. Except for surety prequalification and stakeholders’ interest, which had weak consensus with an Interquartile Range greater than or equal to 2.75, the other six factors (surety service quality, surety, construction firm relationships, competition in the industry, and construction firm level of awareness) reached a good consensus with an Interquartile Range within the range of 1 to 2.75. Embedded with the ability to influence other factors, legal framework acts as focal point to improve access of PII and therefore needs adequate and contextualized amendments.