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AUGMENTATION HEAT TRANSFER IN A CIRCULAR TUBE USING TWISTED - TAPE INSERTS: A REVIEW
Authors: Hasan Sahira , Naji Zianab H.
Published: July 2023

Heat transfer enhancement is the process of increasing the heat-transfer coefficient, which enhances the system's performance. Enhancing heat transfer is a major problem for saving energy and is also beneficial economically. Many passive devices are used inside tubes to improve heat transfer such as twisted tape inserts, rough parts, extended surfaces, additives for liquids wire plugs, etc.  This research reviewed one of the most effective passive devices which are twisted tape inserts. Since it has many advantages such as simple fabrication, simple operation, and ease of maintenance. The twisted tape inserts generated swirl flow and vortex inside the tube. Therefore, the internal convective heat transfer process is significantly improved. The current research article provides an overview of different twisting tape inserts that can improve heat transfer rates. By reducing boundary layer thickness near tube walls. Which lead to reduce the size and cost of many industrial applications, including heat exchangers, refrigeration systems, air conditioners, reactors, thermal power plants, spacecraft, and automobiles. A summary of previous experimental and numerical studies is presented as well. The primary results indicated that the twisted tape inserts are demonstrated to be efficient in enhancing heat transfer inside the tube for laminar and turbulent flow. But during a turbulent flow, twisted tapes increased pressure loss more than laminar flow because of flow obstruction.
Genuine Multilateralism and Diplomacy vs the “Rules-Based Order”
Authors:   Russian Foreign Minister since 2004, Lavrov Sergei V.
Published: July 2023

By imposing a “rules-based order,” its masterminds haughtily reject the key principle underlying the UN Charter, which is the sovereign equality of states. Western countries’ brazen attempts to bring the Secretariats of the UN and other international organizations under their control are a threat to the multilateral system. It is imperative to expedite Security Council reform by expanding the representation of countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The inordinate over-representation of the West in the UN’s main body undermines the principle of multilateralism.
Rules for a Game without Rules
Authors:   Moscow State University, Russia, Konkov Alexander E.
Published: July 2023

The provisions of the new RF Foreign Policy Concept are compared both with the previous versions of this document (adopted in 2013 and 2016) and with the effective National Security Strategy. Structural, normative, and strategic novelties are discussed. They determine not only Russia’s foreign policy priorities in the changing world order but also substantiate, ideologically and geopolitically, its commitment to these priorities. A clear statement of national interests, and foreign policy goals and objectives provide a clearer and more logical framework for Russia’s further actions in the international arena.
Does Russia Have “Black Knights”?
Authors:   MGIMO University, Moscow, Russia, Timofeev Ivan N. ,   Russian International Affairs Council,   Valdai Club
Published: July 2023

Trade with friendly countries has helped mitigate the effects of the sanctions imposed on Russia by the collective West. However, many problems remain. Replacing Western imports in the consumer sector will be easier than replacing industrial equipment or high-tech goods. Friendly countries are still unlikely to be ready to act as “black knights” in the form which was acceptable in the 20th century. So, Russia must rely on itself and its own resources.
Same Same, but Different: Strategic Relations in the Russia-India-China-U.S. Quadrangle
Authors:   Center of the Indo-Pacific Region, The Primakov Institute of World Economy and International Relations, Moscow, Russia, Makarevich Gleb G.
Published: July 2023

We should not forget about the undesirability of downplaying the importance of partners in their relations with third countries. The perception of any third power as a “junior partner” does not contribute to the development of constructive ties. Strategic partnership cannot be reduced to a common denominator. This is worth remembering if anyone attempts to oppose strategic relationships in order to influence the perception of counterparts.
On “Conservative Balance” and “Traditional Values”
Authors:   National Research University–Higher School of Economics, Moscow, Russia, Girinsky Alexander А.
Published: July 2023

The article analyzes “traditional values” in the context of the main social and political processes within Western modernity. Following the end of the Cold War, radical left-liberal elites gained the upper hand in the West while Russia sought to take its traditional place as a liberal-conservative center in the system of international relations. The notion of ‘traditional values’ has become one of the components of a holistic worldview. The article offers methodological tools for studying the current crisis in terms of the unfolding new ideological confrontation.
Conservative Values as a Bridge between Russia and the West
Authors:   National Research University–Higher School of Economics, Moscow, Russia, Moiseev Dmitry S. , Sigachev Maksim I. ,   Center for Comparative Socio-Economic and Political Studies, The Primakov National Research Institute of World Economy and International Relations, Moscow, Russia, Kharin Alexei N. ,   Kirov Branch of the Russian Academy of National Economy and Public Administration under the President of the Russian Federation, Arteev Sergey P. ,   Center for Comparative Socio-Economic and Political Studies, The Primakov National Research Institute of World Economy and International Relations, Moscow, Russia
Published: July 2023

The ideological factor is regaining significance in today’s multipolar world and promotes the importance of an ideological and value dialogue between right-wing conservative forces in Russia and right-wing forces in Europe. The values shared by the representatives of European right-wing movements are close to Russia’s value agenda, which proves the feasibility of establishing diverse strategic interaction with the proponents of such ideological views in Europe.
The World Is Not Just Diversified, It Is Atomized
Authors:   National Research University–Higher School of Economics, Moscow, Russia, Lukyanov Fyodor A. ,   Russia in Global Affairs
Published: July 2023

The world is not just diversified. In fact, it is atomized according to interests, ideas, or agendas; it needs maximum flexibility in responding to increasingly broad-ranging challenges. This makes it very difficult to maintain cohesion. It can only be done with the help of heavy artillery, figuratively and, unfortunately, literally.
The Idea of “Perpetual Peace” in the Foreign Policy Practice of European Monarchs
Authors:   Novosibirsk State University of Economics and Management, Russia, Borisov Denis A. , Chernoverskaya Tatiana A. ,   Novosibirsk State University of Economics and Management, Russia
Published: July 2023

The article offers a comparative analysis of projects for building sustainable peaceful relations in Europe, which at different times were proposed by European monarchs to ensure peaceful relations between countries: Treaty on the Establishment of Peace throughout Christendom by Bohemian King George of Poděbrady, the Grand Design by Henry IV, and the Holy Alliance by Alexander I. The Anglo-Austro-Russian team diplomacy, with the active peacemaking role of the Russian emperor, succeeded in creating the first working pan-European order, and the proposed institutions and principles ensured governable and peaceful relations in Europe for almost a hundred years within the framework of the Vienna system of international relations.
The Role of Actors in Tourism Development in Tanjungpinang City, Riau Islands Province
Authors: Yuniningsih Tri , Dwimawanti Ida Hayu , Dyah Lituhayu
Published: July 2023

Tourism is one of the targets of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Indonesia has high tourism potential, as evidenced by the contribution of tourism to Gross Domestic Product. One area that is developing tourism is Tanjungpinang City. Tanjungpinang City is a city that has tourism characteristics by relying on Malay-Johorese culture. The number of tourist visits to Tanjungpinang City has always increased since 2017 but decreased by 89.2 percent due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. Efforts to continue to develop tourism can be done by involving various actors in tourism development. The actors involved are divided into five, namely policy creator, coordinator, implementer, facilitator, and accelerator. This study aims to determine the role of actors in tourism development in Tanjungpinang City by using a qualitative descriptive approach. The result of the research is that there are 45 actors involved. The actor is divided into five roles. Actors who act as policy creators, coordinators, and accelerators have performed their roles well. Some actors who have not played an optimal role are facilitator and implementer actors.
Ujaran Kebencian (Hate Speech) di Media Sosial dalam Konteks Hukum dan Perubahan Sosial (Studi Kasus pada Masyarakat Kota Medan)
Authors: Kartika Sahnaz , Nurhayati Nurhayati
Published: July 2023

Tulisan ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji tentang ujaran kebencian (hate speech) di media sosial dalam konteks hukum dan perubahan sosial (studi kasus pada masyarakat kota medan). Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif. Tehnik pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara, observasi dan studi dokumentasi dari berbagai peraturan dan dengan pendekatan undang-undang. Tehnik penentuan informan dengan menggunakan purposive sampling. Sedangkan analisis data dilakukan dengan tahapan reduksi data, verifikasi data dan mengambil kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian ini menemukan bahwa bentuk-bentuk perbuatan hukum mutakhir yang sebelumnya tidak diatur oleh peraturan perundang-undangan, secara tidak langsung telah dibawa oleh perkembangan alat-alat sosial, salah satunya adalah ujaran kebencian di media sosial.  Kebebasan berpikir terpenting di dunia maya direnggut oleh dendam. Kemajuan informasi dan inovasi telah mengubah peradaban manusia secara keseluruhan. Kemajuan teknologi dan komunikasi kini terbuka untuk semua orang, yang menyebabkan keinginan untuk perubahan sosial di masyarakat. Di satu sisi, alat sosial bersifat eksklusif, tetapi di sisi lain alat sosial adalah alat publik karena orang lain dapat melihatnya. Pengungkapan data yang dimaksudkan untuk menimbulkan rasa kekesalan atau konflik antara individu dan/atau kelompok warga negara tertentu berdasarkan ras, agama, suku, dan antargolongan (SARA) merupakan salah satu bentuk perbuatan hukum terbaru berdasarkan Undang-undang Informasi dan Transaksi Elektronik (ITE). Konsekuensinya, jika seseorang mengirimkan data elektronik atau sertifikat elektronik yang berisi ancaman kekerasan atau ancaman yang ditujukan kepada individu, maka ia dapat dipidana.
Pertanggungjawaban Hukum Bedah Plastik Estetik yang Merubah Fitur Wajah
Authors: Azwar Tengku Keizerina Devi , Arya Tjipta Prananda  , Eva Syahfitri Nasution  , Siagian Putri Rumondang , Wau Hilbertus Sumplisius M. , Barus Utary Maharany
Published: July 2023

Artikel ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pertanggungjawaban hukum dalam bedah plastik estetik yang mengubah fitur wajah, mengingat kemajuan teknologi alat kedokteran dan ketidakpuasan seseorang terhadap wajahnya yang diberikan oleh Tuhan Yang Maha Esa. Penelitian dilakukan dengan sudut pandang penerapan Undang-undang Nomor 36 Tahun 2009 tentang Kesehatan. Dokter yang melakukan pembedahan plastik sering kali melakukan kesalahan, baik sengaja maupun lalai hingga menimbulkan korban. Oleh karenanya, dokter tidak akan terlepas dari jeratan hukum maupun sanksi akibat tindakannya. Fokus masalahnya tentang pengaturan bedah plastik estetik di Indonesia dan tanggung jawab hukum dokter dalam melakukan bedah plastik estetik yang mengubah fitur wajah. Kajian ini menggunakan penelitian yuridis normatif dengan metode pendekatan perundang-undangan, teknik pengumpulan data melalui studi kepustakaan yang dianalisis secara kualitatif. Hasil kajian menyimpulkan bahwa hubungan antara dokter dan pasien terjadi karena adanya perjanjian timbal balik yang menimbulkan hak dan kewajiban. Dokter berjanji untuk merubah atau menyempurnakan bagian tertentu dari pasien pada bagian wajah, sedangkan pasien berjanji untuk membayar biaya pengobatan, perawatan, dan pembedahannya. Jika salah satu pihak tidak memenuhi atau melanggar perjanjian tersebut, maka pasien dapat menuntut dokter berdasarkan Pasal 1239 KUHPerdata. Selain itu, masing-masing pihak yang dirugikan dapat menuntut dengan gugatan berdasarkan wanprestasi.
Tingkat Kepatuhan Puskesmas Candi Dalam Melaksanakan Undang-Undang Nomor 25 Rahun 2009 Tentang Pelayanan Publik
Authors: Nurfillaili Izzatin Mukhlishoh
Published: July 2023

Puskesmas berfungsi sebagai unit pelaksana. Evaluasi pelayanan kesehatan yang sesuai dengan standar pelayanan publik sangat diperlukan. Penilaian tersebut menggunakan variabel dan indikator berdasarkan kewajiban yang dibebankan kepada penyelenggara negara untuk memenuhi standar pelayanan publik sebagaimana dimaksud dalam Pasal 15 dan Bab IV UU Pelayanan Publik dan mengukur hasil dengan sistem lampu lalu lintas (zona merah, kuning zona, dan zona hijau) untuk menentukan bahwa tingkat kepatuhan kementerian, lembaga, dan pemerintah daerah masih di bawah harapan. Standar pelayanan publik tidak boleh diabaikan karena hal itu dapat menurunkan mutu pelayanan yang ditawarkan kepada masyarakat. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menilai tingkat kepatuhan pelayanan kesehatan di Puskesmas Candi, kesesuaian proses pelayanan kesehatan di Puskesmas Candi, dan fasilitas penunjang yang digunakan dalam penyelenggaraan pelayanan kesehatan di Puskesmas Candi. Metodologi penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Teknik pengumpulan data yaitunobservasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Sedangkan teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah pengumpulan data, kondensasi data, penyajian data, penarikan kesimpulan, dan verifikasi. Berdasarkan temuan penelitian, disimpulkan bahwa tingkat kepatuhan Puskesmas Candi terhadap pelayanan kesehatan termasuk dalam “zona hijau”. Meskipun, terdapat beberapa hal pelayanan yang diberikan belum maksimal. Penelitian ini membantu untuk perencanaan kedepan terkait tingkat kepatuhan pelayanan kesehatan yang harus diperbaiki.
Penerapan Kode Etik Aparatur Sipil Negera Dalam Upaya Meningkatkan Disiplin Aparatur Sipil Negera
Authors: Wijayanti Wening , Denok Kurniasih
Published: July 2023

Tujuan dilakukannya penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana pengaturan kode etik Aparatur Sipil Negara (ASN) di Pemerintah Kabupaten Purbalingga dan bagaimana penerapan kode etik Aparatur Sipil Negara di Pemerintah Kabupaten Purbalingga.  Salah satu dari delapan area perubahan reformasi birokrasi dalam peta jalan reformasi birokrasi 2015-2019 adalah perubahan mental aparatur sipil negara Indonesia. Banyaknya PNS yang terlibat dalam tindak pidana menunjukkan bahwa mereka tidak menjalankan tugasnya berdasarkan nilai-nilai dasar, kode etik dan kode etik. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Format deskriptif kualitatif dilakukan pada studi kasus dan memusatkan penelitian pada suatu unit tertentu sehingga memungkinkan penelitian bersifat mendalam terutama dalam pengumpulan data. Teknik pengumpulan data diperoleh dari observasi, wawancara dan studi dokumen. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi penerapan kode etik ASN di Kabupaten Purbalingga tidak mampu meningkatkan disiplin kerja dikarenakan dalam penerapannya kurang pemahaman terhadap kode etik/peraturan, kurang adanya penghargaan bagi ASN yang berprestasi, kurang tegasnya penerapan sanksi penjatuhan hukuman disiplin kepada ASN, lunturnya kedisiplinan pegawai dan masih rendahnya pengawasan
Manajemen Produksi Program “Jejak Anak Negeri” Trans 7 Dalam Mempertahankan Eksistensi Program Di Masa Pandemi
Authors: AIM Syaiful Rohim , Dini Wahdiyati  , M. Rizki Fauzan
Published: July 2023

Manajemen produksi program siaran merupakan proses yang dilakukan suatu lembaga penyiaran untuk mendapatkan hasil yang diinginkan secara efisien. Efiseiensi sulit diperoleh manakala ada kendala non teknis yang datangnya berasal dari ekseternal seperti halnya pandemi covid-19. Salah satu program siaran televisi yang secara signifikan terkena dampak dari pandemi covid-19 adalah program siaran “Jejak Anak Negeri” Trans7. Dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif, penelitian ini, mengkaji dan menganalisi bagaimana strategi manajemen produksi program “Jejak Anak Negeri” di Trans7 dalam mempertahankan produktivitas dan eksistensi program di masa pandemi. Hasil penelitian menggambarkan strategi yang dipakai dalam pengemasan produksi program “Jejak Anak Negeri” adalah dengan tetap menjalankan protokol kesehatan yang sudah ditentukan, kemudian dalam pengemasan produksi lebih kepada menebalkan isi siaran kuliner sebagai upaya untuk menstabilkan rating dan share program dan juga masih relevan dan sesuai dengan target segmentasi audien program
Gaya Komunikasi Orang Tua Asuh dalam Menanamkan Etika Komunikasi Islam Pada Anak Panti Asuhan
Authors: Hardini Marwah , Rubino
Published: July 2023

Gaya komunikasi orang tua dapat memengaruhi perkembangan etika anak ke depannya. Oleh karena itu, orang tua perlu memilih gaya komunikasi yang tepat untuk menanamkan etika komunikasi Islam pada diri anak. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui gaya komunikasi orang tua asuh dalam menanamkan etika komunikasi Islam pada anak Panti Asuhan Puteri Aisyiyah, Kelurahan Sudirejo I Medan Kota. Metode penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Teknik pengumpulan data melalui wawancara dan observasi. Peneliti menggunakan teknik analisis data milik Miles dan Huberman, yang terdiri dari: reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah orang tua asuh menggunakan gaya komunikasi assertive dan gaya komunikasi aggressive. Dalam pelaksanaan gaya komunikasi terdapat beberapa hambatan yang dialami, seperti hambatan internal ketika orang tua asuh belum bisa mengendalikan emosinya
Strategi Komunikasi Pemasaran STAI As-Sunnah dalam Menambah Jumlah Pendaftar Mahasiswa Baru
Authors: Husin Rasid
Published: July 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui strategi komunikasi pemasaran yang dilakukan Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam As-Sunnah (STAI As-Sunnah) dalam meningkatkan jumlah mahasiswa baru. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian lapangan dengan metode deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian, yaitu: 1) Perencanaan strategi komunikasi pemasaran meliputi: mengumpulkan dan menganalisis data pasar untuk mengidentifikasi target pasar yang tepat. Termasuk preferensi dan kebutuhan calon mahasiswa, serta masyarakat umum; 2) Implementasi komunikasi pemasaran dengan melibatkan Tim PMB dan Program Studi dalam menjalankan program promosi yang telah direncanakan; 3) Fokus pada saluran komunikasi yang efektif, seperti menggunakan media sosial, situs web, brosur, dan kegiatan promosi di sekolah-sekolah atau acara-acara terkait pendidikan. Mereka berusaha mencapai calon mahasiswa potensial dengan pesan-pesan yang menarik dan relevan, serta menunjukkan keunggulan lembaga pendidikan tersebut; 4) Evaluasi efektivitas program promosi untuk mengidentifikasi area yang perlu ditingkatkan; dan 5) Melibatkan calon mahasiswa, orang tua, dan masyarakat umum untuk memberikan kritik saran dalam rangka meningkatkan strategi komunikasi pemasaran STAI As-Sunnah ke depan.
Lokalitas Seni Kaligrafi Masjid di Minangkabau, Analisis Fungsi dan Makna
Authors: Aisyah Siti , Hakim Lukmanul , Yulniza Yulniza , Rohaizat bin Abdul Wahab Mohd
Published: July 2023

Artikel ini membahas tentang fungsi dan makna seni kaligrafi mesjid di salah satu wilayah Minangkabau yang penerapannya merubah fungsi dan maknanya dasarnya karena kaligrafi masjid diaplikasikan sejalan dengan kondisi keagamaan dan budaya masyarakatnya. Tujuan penelitiannya untuk mengungkapkan fungsi dan makna lokaltitas dari kaligrafi masjid masyarakat di Padang Pariaman, salah satu wilayah rantau Minangkabau. Metode penelitian kualitatif dengan teknik mendapatkan data melalui observasi, interview dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ditemukan bahwa kaligrafi di masjid tidak hanya untuk memperindah masjidnya tetapi untuk membedakan rumah ibadah umat Islam dengan bangunan lain sehingga tidak mempermasalahkan kekeliruan dalam penulisannya. Selain itu juga sebagai simbol identitas keagamaan jama’ah masjidnya yang terkesan tidak ada upaya menampilkan kalimat tulisan simbol paham keagamaanya dalam bentuk yang baik dan benar. Ada juga yang dijadikan sebagai pelindung dari malapetaka, dengan cara mengutamakan penulisan kalimat tersebut pada bagian depan atau jendela utama masjidnya. Anggapan tersebut terjadi karena mereka memahami setiap huruf Arab dimaknai dengan seni kaligrafi, dan keindahan penulisan kaligrafi dinilai dari stilasi atau bentuk lekukan dari huruf Arab tersebut, sehingga bentuk kaligrafi masjidnya terbentuk fungsi dan makna yang bercorak sejalan dengan bentuk keagaamaan dan budaya masyarakatnya.
The Tourist Image of the Protected Landscape of Biambare, Sarajevo
Authors: Žunić Lejla
Published: July 2023

The protected landscape (PL) of Biambare is one of the most fa­mous green sites for local visitors and tourists of Sarajevo. This area is distin­guished by beautiful Bosnian Alps (Dinarids) meadows and plenty of spec­tacular natural phenomena, especially caves; the Central Biambare Cave is currently the most popular. The terrain is situated at an elevation range of 915–1044 m above sea level, so it mostly has a pleasant pre-mountain climate, etc. Therefore, tourism supply is based on different products and activities: speleology; walking in nature; bicycling; riding; hiking; alpinism; fishing; hunting; skiing; and collecting medicinal herbs and mushrooms. The aim of the paper is to represent the Biambare tourist image based on identifying its central natural attributes and according to the evaluation of the visitor’s experience. The two relevant parameters for understanding tourist impressions are: “satisfaction” and “loyalty”. These are higher among foreign than resident visitors, particularly among Middle Eastern tourists, who favour this site above many others in Canton Sarajevo.
Covid-19’s Impact on Supply Chain Practices in the Republic of Serbia
Authors: Đorđević Anđela , Cvetić Biljana , Vasiljević Dragan , Džagić Vidosava
Published: July 2023

This paper focuses on supply chain practices before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Supply chain disruptions due to COVID-19 on the sup­ply, demand, and logistical side are thoroughly explained and presented. The paper addresses how the pandemic exposed the vulnerabilities and de­ficiencies of the lean, JIT global supply chain model. This paper also presents short- and long-term strategies that companies have taken to mitigate sup­ply chain disruptions. As a contribution to the paper, results from the re­search on COVID-19 impacts on the Serbian economy and business, that the Serbian Chamber of Commerce has conducted, are shown. The paper aims to highlight the most important supply chain measures and strategies need­ed to stay competitive during any pandemic.
Testing the Weak Form of Efficient Market Hypothesis in Period of the Global Pandemic of 2020 and the Russian Invasion in 2022: Empirical Evidence from XAU, XAG and XPT
Authors: Horta Nicole , Dias Rui , Heliodoro Paula , Alexandre Paulo , Chambino Mariana
Published: July 2023

This study intends to determine if the events of 2020 and 2022 have had an impact on the efficiency of the commodities markets, in particular the spot prices of gold (XAU), silver (XAG), and platinum (XPT), between Septem­ber 18th, 2017, and September 15th, 2022. The findings of the Rankings and Sig­nals test demonstrate that, during the calm time, the gold, silver, and plati­num markets do not reject the random walk hypothesis, which means that spot prices are independent and identically distributed (i.i.d.), consequently their movements are assumed to be random. Contrarily, the random walk hy­pothesis is rejected during the Stress period in all commodity markets, with variance ratios below unity, suggesting that returns show significant auto­correlation. To support this, the findings of the exponent Detrended Fluctua­tion Analysis (DFA) reveal that silver (XAG) had an antipersistent short mem­ory (α < 0,5), during the Calm period, transitioning to a persistent movement (α > 0,5) during the time of the crisis. While the worldwide financial markets were stable, platinum (XPT) was in a state of equilibrium. This state changed to persistent with the succession of events starting in 2020 (α >0,5). In turn, gold (XAU) reduced its antipersistence (α <0,5) throughout the period of stress in international markets. In conclusion, there is evidence of some dependen­cy in the time series, but this dependence does not appear to be easily exploit­able by investors. These findings have significant implications for gold, silver, and platinum’s roles as investment assets.
Bulgarian Agriculture – Principles, Traditions and Development of the Organic Agriculture
Authors: Petrova-Hristova Kristina
Published: July 2023

Agriculture as a traditional branch has a strategic importance for Bulgaria, not only because it ensures food security, and creates raw materi­als for many other industries and sectors of the national economy, but also provides work and income for a significant part of the population in rural areas. When we talk about agriculture as an economic activity we must al­ways consider it in direct correlation with rural areas and their vitality. The sector is among the most dynamically developing in terms of moderniza­tion, robotization, digital transformation, also provoked by the ambitious goals related to climate and green challenges on a global scale. Precisely the agricultural sector is at the center of the circular economy and bio-based societies, preservation and development of the regions, and is in close con­nection with the development of science – from applied to the top – called to carry humanity into the next era. Bulgarian agriculture has deep tradi­tions in society, its history can be traced back in time. But in the circumstanc­es of globalization, facilitating access to imported food, it is important to increase the competitiveness of Bulgarian agricultural products. In recent years, there is more and more talk about ecologically clean production, and Bulgaria is no exception because it is making serious attempts to develop or­ganic agriculture in the country.
IDENTIFICATION OF NATURAL AND TECHNOGENIC DECOMPACTED ZONES IN THE WORKED-OUT MASSIF BASED ON HIGH-PRECISION GRAVIMETRIC OBSERVATIONS
Authors:   Mining Institute of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Bychkov S.G. , Prostolupov G.V. ,   Mining Institute of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Simanov A.A. ,   Mining Institute of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Khokhlova V.V. ,   Mining Institute of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Shcherbinina G.P. ,   Mining Institute of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: July 2023

The paper presents the results of gravimetric studies at the potassium salt deposit in order to obtain information on the development of negative engineering-geological processes in the rock mass caused by subsoil development. A methodology was developed for high-precision monitoring gravimetric observations, which makes it possible to determine the change in the field over time. A physico-geological model of gravimetric monitoring, representing a homogeneous geological medium with an isolated area in which rock density changes have occurred, has been created. For the purposes of gravimetric monitoring, a method for processing and interpreting dynamic gravity anomalies based on the synthesis of qualitative and quantitative methods for extracting geological information from gravimetric data has been adapted. The result of the interpretation is the area of distribution, the probable interval of depths of rock decompaction, as well as the magnitude of the change in rock density, which characterizes the intensity of the process of decompaction. Examples are given of testing the developed technology for dividing decompressed zones into natural and man-made zones at the Verkhnekamskoye potash deposit in order to improve the safety of its operation. It is shown that the results of monitoring gravimetric observations can predict areas of dangerous geological processes and control subsidence of the earth's surface.
PALEOECOLOGICAL AND FACIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE ORGANOGENIC STRUCTURE OF SESTRA MOUNTAIN IN SOUTHERN PRIMORYE
Authors:   Federal State Budget Institution of Science Far East Geological Institute, Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Malysheva E.N. , Punina T.A. ,   Federal State Budget Institution of Science Far East Geological Institute, Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: July 2023

A lithological-paleoecological description of the organogenic structure of Mountain Sestra is given. A macro- and microscopic study of the fauna composing the structure was carried out, its percentage content in limestones and the role of each group of organisms in the reef formation process were determined. Based on the data obtained, six genetic types of limestones were identified: biohermic, biomorphic, detrital, biohemogenic, clastic and granular. Studies of the taxonomic composition and the structure of communities allowed us to identify three distinct stages in the development of organogenic structure corresponding to facies: 1) banks, 2) biostromes and 3) bioherms. A detailed description of each stage of development is given. Based on the description, assumptions are made about the initial stage of reef formation. The findings of some species of sphinctozoa new to this locality are reported: Colospongia globosa Belyaeva, 1991; Amblysiphonella regularis Zhang, 1983 and Discosiphonella squamilis Belyaeva, 1991.
BIODEGRADATION OF FATS, OIL AND GREASE USING MICROORGANISMS ISOLATED FROM PALM OIL MILL EFFLUENT
Authors: Fahmi Rashid Al Khatib Ma'an , Alqedra Fadi , Alam Md. Zahangir
Published: July 2023

The biodegradation of fat, oil, and grease (FOG) is important in water pollution control and wastewater management. In this study, the viability of FOG-degrading microorganisms on palm oil biodegradation was assessed. Seven strains capable of degrading FOG were isolated from palm oil mill effluent (POME). The potential bacterial strains were selected based on Tween-80-degrading ability. Micrococcus lylae strain DSM 20315 showed the highest growth compared to the other strains. Hence, it was selected for FOG degradation test. The biodegradability was performed as a function of pH (6, 7, 8), initial oil concentration (1, 3, 5% v/v), and inoculum concentration (2, 6, 10% v/v). Optimization of these parameters of palm oil degradation was studied using 2-level factorial design. The maximum oil degradation was 68%, obtained at pH 6, initial oil concentration 1 % v/v, and bacterial inoculum concentration of 10 % v/v. The lowest oil degradation obtained was 22%. The initial oil concentration followed by bacterial inoculum concentration enhanced the removal efficiency of FOG, but the pH level did not significantly promote the degradation rate. As a result, the optimum process conditions for maximizing oil degradation were at pH 6, initial oil concentration 1 %v/v, and bacterial inoculum concentration of 10 %v/v.
ABSTRAK:  Biodegradasi lemak, minyak, dan gris (FOG) adalah penting dalam kawalan pencemaran air dan rawatan air buangan. Kajian ini adalah berkenaan kebolehhidupan organisma pengurai-FOG dalam biodegradasi minyak kelapa sawit. Tujuh strain berkeupayaan mendegradasi FOG diasingkan daripada cairan buangan minyak kelapa sawit (POME). Strain bakteria yang berpotensi telah dipilih berdasarkan keupayaan degradasi-Geladak-80. Strain Mikrokokus lilae DSM 20315 menunjukkan pertumbuhan tertinggi berbanding strain lain. Oleh itu, ia dipilih bagi ujian degradasi FOG. Keupayaan biodegradasi telah dihasilkan berdasarkan fungsi pH (6, 7, 8) ketumpatan  awal minyak (1, 3, 5% v/v) dan ketumpatan inokulum (2, 6, 10% v/v). Parameter optimum degradasi minyak kelapa sawit dikaji menggunakan reka bentuk faktorial 2-tahap. Nilai maksimum degradasi minyak adalah sebanyak 68%, terhasil pada pH 6, berketumpatan awal 1% v/v, dan ketumpatan inokulum bakteria 10% v/v. Degradasi minyak terendah pula adalah sebanyak 22%. Ketumpatan awal minyak diikuti ketumpatan bakteria inokulum meningkatkan kecekapan penyingkiran  FOG, tetapi level pH tidak ketara dalam membantu kadar degradasi. Sebagai kesimpulan, keadaan optimum bagi degradasi minyak maksimum adalah pada pH 6, ketumpatan awal minyak 1% v/v dan ketumpatan bakteria inokulum sebanyak 10% v/v.
The Integration of Islamic Values in Daily Clinical Practice among Healthcare Professionals: A Scoping Review
Authors: Mahmood Muhammad Anas , Mohd Yusof Nazri , Saidi Sanisah , Che Ahmad Aminudin
Published: July 2023

Islam is a major world religion that has a universal system encompassing every aspect of daily human activities. In this regard, Islam also provides principles and values related to the practice of medicine. However, it is not known how much of the practices have been practiced in daily clinical settings. Therefore, this paper aims to chart the overview of the studies and publications that have been done related to the integration of Islamic principles and values being incorporated in clinical practice. This paper is a scoping review. Databases like PubMed, PLOS, BMJ, Cochrane, EBSCo, Emerald, ProQuest, ScienceDirect, Scopus, and ACI were used to conduct the literature search. MeSH terms like “Islam," “religion and medicine,” and “attitude of medical staff” are among the keywords used, along with synonyms like “Islam," “Islamic," “Muslim," “medicine," “clinical," “practise," “healthcare," “professionals," “Islamic medical practise," “doctor," “nurse,” and “healthcare professionals.” The Boolean operators “AND” and “OR” were applied during the search. In addition to databases, manual internet searches were conducted to find relevant papers. The review has found that Islamic concepts and ideals have been sporadically incorporated into medical practice worldwide, whether by Muslim or non-Muslim healthcare professionals. The three key themes related to Islamic practice in medicine: are (a) attitude and character of healthcare professionals, (b) clinical decisionmaking, and (c) holistic spiritual care. There is still a big gap and differences in integrating Islamic values into clinical practice. Further work on defining and constructing a framework for a holistic Islamic medical practice is warranted.
The Effectiveness of Diabetes Conversation Map™ among Insulin Refusal Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Authors: Zakaria Rosnani , Mohd Tahir Nur Sharharni , Mohd Zulkifli Maryam , Draman Nani
Published: July 2023

INTRODUCTION: Majority of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) will eventually need insulin therapy to optimise their blood glucose level. However, there is difficulties in initiating an insulin therapy due to high refusal rate among these patients. Diabetes Conversation Maps (DCM), a tool designed to educate patients with diabetes and their family members is available in Malay language since 2008. Although DCM has been used in certain centres in Malaysia, their effectiveness has not been evaluated. Thus, we have conducted a study to assess effectiveness of DCM compared to standard counselling therapy in T2DM patients who initially refused insulin therapy by assessing acceptance rate post intervention. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A randomized control study was conducted on 88 adults T2DM patients who initially refused insulin therapy in primary care clinics in Johor. A total of 44 patients received group based education using a Malay version DCM whereas another 44 patients received standard individual education. Results were analysed using a Chi-square analysis and the significant result was set at p value of < 0.05. RESULTS: The response rate was 97.7% and there was a significant difference in insulin acceptance between these two groups. Eighty-six percent of T2DM patients in the intervention group education eventually accepted insulin initiation compared to only 11% in the control group (p < 0.001).CONCLUSION: Group education using Malay Diabetes Conversation Map on insulin initiation is effective in increasing acceptance among patients who initially refuse insulin treatment in primary care. We recommend using DCM as part of educational module to improve patient diabetic management.
Glyphosate Suppresses the Ability of PON1 to Hydrolyse Oxidized-LDL in the Exposed Farm Workers in Pahang, Malaysia
Authors: Abdullah Nor Zamzila , Ishaka Aminu , Shamsuddin Niza , Mohd Rus Razman , Mohamed Abdul Hadi
Published: July 2023

INTRODUCTION: Paraoxonase 1 (PON1) is a high-density lipoprotein (HDL)-associated enzyme which is known to hydrolyse most pesticides including organophosphates (OPs) and prevent atherosclerosis by inhibiting oxidative modification of low-density lipoprotein (LDL). Glyphosate is one of the common organophosphate pesticides used in agriculture in many developing countries including Malaysia. The aim of this study to is to assess the PON1 ability to hydrolyse oxidized LDL in glyphosate exposed farm workers.  MATERIALS AND METHODS: In this cross-sectional comparative study, a total of 103 subjects (53 Glyphosate-exposed and 50 non-exposed) were recruited. Fasting serum samples were analysed for PON1 activities towards substrates paraoxon, phenylacetate, and diazoxon, as well as for lipid profiles and oxidized-LDL (ox-LDL). RESULTS: The results showed lower basal paraoxonase activity [156.96 (58.87) vs 177.06 (66.78)], arylesterase activity [90.06 (17.14) vs 96.92 (23.87)] and diazoxonase activity [850.93 (206.75) vs 990.48 (248.73)] in glyphosate-exposed compared to non-exposed, however, only diazoxonase activity was statistically significant (p<0.05). PON1 activity is not significantly different with different length of period of exposure except for arylesterase.  There was also significantly higher (p<0.05) ox-LDL in the exposed group but no significant differences in lipid profiles (p>0.05) between the two groups. The PON1 to ox-LDL ratio which probably reflects the ability of PON1 to hydrolyse ox-LDL were also significantly lower (p<0.05) among the glyphosate-exposed group. CONCLUSION: The results suggested that the decreased PON1 activity in glyphosate-exposed individuals could predispose them to the development of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease through decreased PON1 ability to hydrolyse ox-LDL.
Studi Komparatif Hasil Belajar IPA Siswa Kelas VIII pada Materi Sistem Pencernaan dengan Uji Kruskal-Wallis
Authors: Fatimah Fita
Published: July 2023

Pembelajaran IPA dikatakan berhasil jika semua tujuan pembelajaran yang telah ditetapkan dapat terpenuhi, yang ditunjukkan dengan hasil belajar IPA. Hasil belajar dapat dipahami sebagai hasil dari proses belajar mengajar yang digunakan untuk menentukan berhasil atau tidaknya suatu program pembelajaran. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui ada atau tidaknya perbedaan capaian hasil belajar siswa kelas VIII pada  materi sistem pencernaan. Hasil penelitian ini dapat dijadikan umpan balik bagi guru dalam mengevaluasi pembelajaran yang telah dilakukan. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian komparatif dengan membandingkan rerata hasil belajar siswa kelas VIII pada materi sistem pencernaan. Analisis data yang digunakan adalah uji Kruskal-Wallis dengan pertimbangan bahwa data yang dianalisis tidak berdistribusi normal, berasal dari >2 kelompok data dan data tidak berpasangan. Berdasarkan hasil uji Kruskal-Wallis yang telah dilakukan diketahui nilai Asymp. Sig 0.858 > 0.05 maka H0 diterima, artinya tidak terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara hasil belajar siswa kelas VIII-B, VIII-C, VIII-D, VIII-F, VIII-G, VIII-H, dan VIII-J pada materi sistem pencernaan.
Tanggung Jawab Sosial Perusahaan dan Kesejahteraan Anak
Authors: Mardyani Dyta , Raharjo Santoso Tri
Published: July 2023

Abstrak

Pada saat ini, masalah yang dapat mempengaruhi kesejahteraan anak masih marak terjadi. Isu pendidikan dan isu kesehatan anak masih menjadi isu yang cukup sering ditemukan di Indonesia. Isu pendidikan dan kesehatan ini dapat mempengaruhi kesejahteraan seorang anak, karena pendidikan dan kesehatan termasuk kedalam hak anak dan harus terpenuhi oleh anak. Jika hak anak tidak dapat terpenuhi, maka akan mempengaruhi kesejahteraan anak tersebut. Tercapainya kesejahteraan anak dapat terjadi ketika kebutuhan dan hak dasar anak sudah dapat dipenuhi (Fitri dkk., 2015). Salah satu upaya untuk mengatasi isu anak dapat dilakukan melalui Program Tanggung Jawab Sosial Perusahaan. Schermerhorn (1993) dalam (Rizky dkk., 2015) mengemukakan Corporate Social Responsibility sebagai bentuk kepedulian perusahaan untuk bertindak dengan cara mereka sendiri dalam melayani kepentingan organisasi dan masyarakat luas. Penulisan artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui keterlibatan perusahaan dalam merespon isu pendidikan dan kesehatan anak melalui Program CSR. Metode yang digunakan dalam penulisan artikel ini adalah studi kepustakaan. Berdasarkan kepustakaan yang telah dilakukan, diketahui bahwa sudah cukup banyak perusahaan yang mendirikan program CSR berdasarkan isu pendidikan dan kesehatan anak, seperti program SEHATI yang dilakukan oleh PT. Pertamina yang berfokus pada kesehatan balita, bantuan pendidikan berupa pemberian beasiswa dan pembangunan gedung sekolah yang dilakukan oleh PT Semen Indonesia, dan Program beasiswa Anak Petani Jadi Sarjana yang dilakukan oleh PT Pusri Palembang.

 

Kata Kunci:

 Masalah Pendidikan, Masalah Kesehatan Anak, Kesejahteraan Anak, Tanggung Jawab Sosial Perusahaan, dan Hak Anak.
Drug Sensitivity to Bedaquiline of M. kansasii Strains Isolated in Antituberculous Institutions of the City of Moscow
Authors: Makarova M. V. , Mikhajlova Yu. D. , Khachaturiants E. N. , Litvinov V. I.
Published: July 2023

Relevance. M. kansasii are one of the main nontuberculous bacteria pathogens causing mycobacterial infections in most European countries (including Russia). An important problem in the treatment of mycobacteriosis is the resistance of their pathogens to antibacterial drugs (ABDs). Bedaquiline (Bdq) is one of the new ABDs, the effectiveness of which is shown, in particular, in the most common mycobacteriosis – tuberculosis.

Aim. To characterize the features of drug sensitivity of M. kansasii isolated from respiratory material at the Moscow Scientific and Practical Center for Tuberculosis Control (MNPC BT).

Materials and methods. A total of 76 M. kansasii cultures have been studied. The MIC spectrum of Bdq was determined for M. kansasii, MIC50, MIC90 (the concentrations of Bdq providing inhibition of the growth of 50% and 90% mycobacterial strains, respectively) and ECOFF (epidemiological cut-off value) – the MIC value characterizing the upper limit for the «wild» population type, which was determined using the ECOFFinder statistical calculator – EUCAST. The drug sensitivity of M. kansasii to the main ABDs used in general practice for the treatment of the corresponding mycobacterioses was also evaluated.

Results. It was found that the MIC of Bdq in relation to M. kansasii were distributed in the range of 0.003-2.0 (mcg/ml), the growth of most strains (73.7%) was be inhibited by the concentration of Bdq0.015 mcg/ml. Among all studied strains of M. kansasii, the number of isolates resistant to Bdq were 2 (2.6%). The data obtained are generally consistent with the data of other authors and show that Bdq can currently be an effective drug for the treatment of mycobacterial infections caused by M. kansasii.

Conclusion. The results of the study, as well as literature data, indicate that M. kansasii is currently usually sensitive to Bdq. However, in some cases, resistance to this drug is already developing.
INVESTMENT ATTRACTIVENESS OF UKRAINE: TRENDS, PROBLEMS AND SOLUTION KEY VECTORS
Authors: Nikolchuk Yuliia , Lopatovska Oksana
Published: July 2023

The article examines the essence of the concept of "investment attractiveness" and defines the main prerequisites for attracting funds to the economy of Ukraine. In essence, the country's investment attractiveness is a characteristic that reflects the profitability or disadvantage of investing money in the country. Attention is focused on the results of the influence of economic, social and geopolitical factors on the country's investment attractiveness. Key factors of Ukraine's investment attractiveness are highlighted.

The authors analyzed the size of direct foreign investments in Ukraine during 2018–2022. The list of the main investor countries in Ukraine in 2021 is given. The most attractive industries for foreign investment in Ukraine have been analyzed. The investment attractiveness index of Ukraine was evaluated during 2018-2022.

We believe that one of the prerequisites for the stable economic development of the country and its regions is the formation and maintenance of a favorable investment image in the minds of potential investors. The defining task of state policy in the field of investment activity is the formation of a favorable investment climate and the reduction of investment risk for foreign investors.

The main problems of the development of investment activities in Ukraine are outlined. Russia's full-scale military aggression against Ukraine continues to lead the list of factors that have a negative impact on the investment climate, attacks on the Ukrainian energy system are in second place, and corruption is in third place. Among the few positive changes, the business leaders highly rated granting Ukraine the status of a candidate for EU accession, the cancellation of customs duties and quotas for Ukrainian exports and "transport visa-free" from the EU.

The authors provide strategic guidelines for the formation of a positive investment climate in Ukraine and analyze the causes of an unfavorable investment climate. Ways to increase investment attractiveness in Ukraine are proposed.

We believe that investment attractiveness is a complex multifaceted economic category and reflects the complexity of the macroeconomic space from the point of view of the existing investment climate, the state and level of development of the relevant investment infrastructure. Effective implementation of investment activities is the foundation for the development of the economy of Ukraine, accelerates its integration into the European socio-economic space.
MANAGEMENT OF THE COMPETITIVENESS OF CONSTRUCTION ORGANIZATIONS
Authors: Tyurina Nila , Nazarchuk Tatiana , Bakay Anton
Published: July 2023

The article substantiates the need for systematic management of the competitiveness of construction organizations. The theoretical provisions of competitiveness management as a methodology for managing the competitive advantages of the enterprise are summarized. It was found that when defining and understanding the category of competitiveness, it is important to take into account the industry affiliation of the enterprise. The expediency of applying a process approach to managing the competitiveness of construction organizations is substantiated. An analysis of the indicators of the development of enterprises in the construction business of Ukraine was carried out. Internal and external problems and threats to the development of construction organizations are identified. Theoretical-methodical and applied recommendations on the formation of stages of managing the competitiveness of enterprises in the construction industry have been developed. The criteria for assessing the competitiveness of a construction company are structured. Factors shaping the competitive advantages of construction enterprises and organizational measures aimed at increasing their competitiveness are determined.