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Sustainable Development as a Legal Argument for the Global South
Authors: Permana Rizky Banyualam , Juwana Hikmahanto , Afriansyah Arie
Published: February 2025

The concept "trade and sustainable development" is often associated with and can be traced to the Global North. However, there is a paradigmatic change in the employment of the concept as legal argument in the context of trade dispute. This paper especially focuses on the Indonesia – Raw Minerals dispute. In the WTO dispute concerning Indonesia's raw minerals export ban, the European Union (EU) challenged Indonesia over its export restrictions and Domestic Processing Requirement (DPR). Rather than invoking Article XX(g) of the GATT 1994, which addresses the conservation of exhaustible natural resources—a common approach among WTO members—Indonesia chose to rely on Article XX(d) of the GATT 1994. This article justifies trade restrictions necessary to fulfill WTO-compliant obligations, including the imperative to promote sustainable development in the minerals sector. Although Indonesia ultimately lost the dispute, its use of sustainable development as a defensive strategy merits examination. This paper analyses the narrative techniques Indonesia employed to defend its export restrictions and DPR measures in the WTO proceedings. Drawing on the “Neo” New Haven School perspective which emphasises critical perspective on international law, the paper views the dispute through the lens of “international law as language.” This approach posits that international law is intertwined with political realities and serves as a communicative tool for international actors to engage within the global community. Ultimately, this paper argues that Indonesia's invocation of "sustainable development" reflects legal mimicry, demonstrating how terminology originating from the Global North is now being appropriated as a legal argument by the Global South to empower them.
Membangun Otonomi Daerah yang Efektif
Authors: Khosaiful Khasail , Rahmatulloh Muhammad Ilham , Taufiqurrahman Naufal , Romadhon Muhammad Syahrur
Published: February 2025

Desentralisasi dan otonomi daerah menjadi pilar penting dalam pembangunan demokrasi di Indonesia. Diharapkan dengan otonomi daerah, setiap daerah dapat mengelola sumber daya dan menentukan arah pembangunannya sendiri, sehingga tercipta kesejahteraan rakyat yang merata. Otonomi daerah di Indonesia telah diatur dalam berbagai peraturan perundang-undangan, termasuk Undang-Undang Dasar Negara Republik Indonesia Tahun 1945, Undang-Undang Nomor 23 Tahun 2014 tentang Pemerintahan Daerah, dan berbagai peraturan perundang-undangan lainnya. Namun, dalam praktiknya, otonomi daerah masih dihadapkan dengan berbagai tantangan, seperti lemahnya penegakan hukum, kurangnya kapasitas aparatur daerah, dan masih kuatnya intervensi pemerintah pusat. Hal ini menyebabkan otonomi daerah belum berjalan secara efektif dan belum mencapai tujuan yang diharapkan. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk meninjau kembali kerangka hukum  pemerintahan daerah di Indonesia, dengan fokus pada efektivitas otonomi daerah. Artikel ini akan menganalisis berbagai aspek hukum pemerintahan daerah, termasuk struktur kelembagaan, pembagian kewenangan, pendanaan daerah, dan mekanisme pengawasan.Kata Kunci: Otonomi Daerah; Kerangka Hukum Pemerintahan Daerah; Efektivitas
Decentralization and regional autonomy are important pillars in developing democracy in Indonesia. It is hoped that with regional autonomy, each region can manage its own resources and determine its own development direction, thereby creating equal welfare for the people. Regional autonomy in Indonesia has been regulated in various statutory regulations, including the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia, Law Number 23 of 2014 concerning Regional Government, and various other statutory regulations. However, in practice, regional autonomy is still faced with various challenges, such as weak law enforcement, lack of capacity of regional officials, and strong central government intervention. This causes regional autonomy to not run effectively and not achieve the expected goals. This article aims to review the legal framework for regional government in Indonesia, with a focus on the effectiveness of regional autonomy. This article will analyze various legal aspects of regional government, including institutional structure, division of authority, regional funding, and monitoring mechanisms.
Kedudukan Hukum Notaris Merangkap Jabatan Sebagai Arbiter Ditinjau Dari Undang-Undang Jabatan Notaris
Authors: Angelia Ister
Published: February 2025

As the business world develops and the world of trade develops, it cannot be denied that the possibility of disputes will arise between the parties. Then another way is known that provides the possibility for the disputing parties to bring and resolve the case that arises outside the court if they wish, namely through arbitration, where the settlement of the case is carried out by the Arbiter, by making a written agreement. This agreement is often made by a Notary, so that not a few Notaries who also serve as arbitrators. However, there is no regulation in the Notary Law that explicitly regulates Notaries who also serve as Arbitrators. The research method used is Normative Jurisprudence, the approach in this study uses a statutory approach and a conceptual approach. A Notary is a public official who is authorized to make authentic deeds and other authorities as referred to in the Notary Law. A Notary is required to act professionally in carrying out his/her position by heeding the prohibitions contained in the provisions governing the position of the Notary. Notaries who will hold concurrent positions as arbitrators are not prohibited, because basically both positions have similarities, among others, both function to avoid further disputes between the parties, only the notary concerned needs to wisely regulate the mechanism of his work and the time that will be used due to his dual position. Notaries also need to pay attention to which legal rules bind him when carrying out one of his dual positions. So that a balance can be achieved in carrying out the dual position.
KEYWORDS: Notary, Arbitrator, Arbitration, Dual Position
Implementation of the Article 32 of Government Regulation Number 24 of 2016 Concerning Land Deed Official’s Honorarium
Authors: Hariyanto Malik , Djatmika Prija , Wisnuwardhani Diah Aju
Published: February 2025

The regulation regarding honorarium does not mention a definite amount or proportion, but only determines the upper limit preceded by the word “may not exceed” 1% (one percent) of the transaction price stated in the deed as stipulated in Article 32 paragraph (1) of Government Regulation No. 24 of 2016 amending Government Regulation No. 37 of 1998 on the Regulation of the Position of Land Deed Makers. This certainly raises problems related to the absence of certainty regarding the amount of honorarium so that it allows for differences in rates between PPATs with one another. This research was conducted with the aim of revealing whether the implementation of the determination of PPAT honorarium carried out by a PPAT at the PPAT Office located in the Working Area in Situbondo is in accordance with the provisions of Law Number 24 of 2016 Article 32 concerning PPAT Honorarium and the factors that hinder the implementation of Article 32 of Law Number 24 of 2016 concerning PPAT honorarium. This research is designed using juridical-empirical research methods. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of honorarium in Situbondo district is not fully in accordance with the provisions of Article 32 of Law Number 24 of 2016 concerning PPAT honorarium. Factors causing obstacles to the implementation of the provisions of Law Number 24 of 2016 Article 32 concerning PPAT Honorarium in Situbondo because the rules do not also provide a salary for the PPAT.
KEYWORDS: Honorarium, PPAT, Deed
Model Contextual Teaching Learning Berbantu Media Pop Up Book Pamenpus untuk Meningkatkan Keterampilan Menulis Puisi Siswa Kelas IV SD
Authors: Aryanti Siti Maulina , Kironoratri Lintang , Fardani Much Arsyad
Published: February 2025

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk meningkatkan keterampilan menulis puisi siswa kelas IV SDN Cengkalsewu 01 dengan menggunakan model CTL (Contextual Teaching Learning) berbantu media Pop Up Book Pamenpus. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian tindakan kelas (PTK) dan dilaksanakan selama dua siklus. Subjek penelitian ini siswa kelas IV SDN Cengkalsewu 01 sebanyak 25 siswa yang terdiri dari 15 siswa perempuan dan 10 siswa laki-laki. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini melalui observasi, wawancara, tes, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan model CTL berbantu media Pop Up Book Pamenpus dapat meningkatkan keterampilan menulis puisi siswa kelas IV SDN Cengkalsewu 01. Hal ini ditunjukkan dengan adanya peningkatan pada keterampilan menulis puisi siswa pada setiap siklusnya; pada Siklus I presentasenya sebesar 48 % dengan nilai rata-rata siswa tujuh puluh satu dan pada Siklus II prsentasenya sebesar 88% dengan nilai rata-rata siswa delapan puluh dua. Dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan bahwa penggunaan model pembelajaran CTL (Contextual Teaching Learning) berbantu media Pop Up Book Pamenpus dapat meningkatkan keterampilan menulis puisi siswa kelas IV SDN Cengkalsewu 01 dalam mata pelajaran Bahasa Indonesia.
Pendidikan Matematika Selama dan Setelah COVID-19: Tren, Dampak, dan Arah Masa Depan (2016-2024)
Authors: Astari Tri , Cahyanita Elvin , Munfariqoh Aqidatul
Published: February 2025

Banyak penelitian telah mengeksplorasi pembelajaran matematika sebelum dan setelah pandemi COVID-19, fokus pada topik-topik tertentu, kebutuhan peralatan, dan manfaatnya. Namun, penelitian yang menyelidiki karakteristik pembelajaran matematika selama periode tersebut masih terbatas. Studi ini melakukan analisis bibliometrik terhadap 2.511 dokumen dari 653 sumber, termasuk 1.985 publikasi penelitian asli dengan rata-rata 5,985 kutipan per artikel, yang mencakup periode dari tahun 2016 hingga 2024. Hasil analisis menunjukkan adanya perubahan signifikan dalam pembelajaran matematika selama dan setelah pandemi COVID-19. Studi ini mengidentifikasi tiga tema utama: tren dalam pembelajaran matematika, dampak pembelajaran daring, dan area penelitian yang memerlukan perhatian lebih lanjut. Fokus utama yang perlu dikembangkan lebih lanjut mencakup integrasi teknologi, peningkatan kesetaraan dalam pendidikan, serta peran guru dan siswa dalam konteks STEM. Penelitian lanjutan diharapkan dapat memperkuat hubungan dan interaksi antara berbagai elemen dalam pendidikan matematika dan STEM, sehingga dapat menghasilkan metode pembelajaran yang lebih efisien dan inklusif. Temuan dari studi ini memberikan panduan berharga bagi peneliti, pendidik, dan praktisi, serta menawarkan arahan bagi penelitian di masa depan untuk meningkatkan praktik pembelajaran matematika.
Strategi Lembaga Pendidikan untuk Meminimalkan Kendala Psikologis dan Akademik Siswa pada Masa Transisi dari TK ke SD di SDN Sumberejo VII Ambulu Jember
Authors: Haidlor Muhammad
Published: February 2025

Transisi dari taman kanak-kanak (TK) ke sekolah dasar (SD) merupakan fase penting dalam pendidikan anak. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi strategi yang digunakan oleh lembaga pendidikan untuk meminimalkan kendala psikologis dan akademik siswa selama masa transisi di SDN Sumberejo VII Ambulu Jember. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah observasi, wawancara, dan analisis dokumen. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penerapan pendekatan ramah anak, penyelarasan kurikulum, pelatihan guru, dan keterlibatan orang tua secara aktif dapat mengurangi kendala psikologis dan meningkatkan kesiapan akademik siswa
PERLINDUNGAN KONSUMEN ATAS PENYALAHGUNAAN FITUR SHOPEE PAYLATER YANG DILAKUKAN PIHAK KETIGA
Authors: Syahraya Weiheilmina
Published: February 2025

Financial Technology has a big influence on the economy, especially in the advancement of the marketplace, one of which Shopee has presented an innovation, namely the Shopee Paylater feature. However, the presence of Shopee Paylater actually becomes a gap for irresponsible parties to carry out account hacking actions. Therefore, legal protection is needed for Paylater users and strict security of user data to prevent acts of data misuse or account hacking by third parties. This includes both preventive measures, such as secure authentication systems, and repressive measures, such as legal recourse for affected users. The rapid expansion of financial technology demands a robust regulatory framework to protect users from potential harm, especially in the context of digital transactions that involve sensitive personal data and credit information. The problems studied in this article are how to protect Paylater consumers, what are the legal consequences for third parties who abuse Shopee Paylater, and efforts to resolve disputes in the event of Shopee Paylater abuse. The research method used is normative juridical, through a conceptual approach and legislation. The results of this study indicate that Paylater consumer protection consists of preventive and repressive protection, third parties who abuse the Shopee Paylater feature can be sued for civil compensation under criminal sanctions, and dispute resolution that can be taken by consumers can be through arbitration by LAPS SJK. Strengthening the legal framework and enforcement will be crucial to ensure users' trust and confidence in using these services without fear of data breaches, fraudulent actions, or misappropriation of sensitive financial data.
Keywords: Consumer Protection, Paylater Abuse, Dispute Resolution
The Ombudsman for Animal Protection
Authors: Spasowska Hanna
Published: February 2025

The actual defenders of animal rights in Poland are mainly foundations and associations; the organisation of animal protection is largely grassroots, social and non-governmental. This fact arouses a lot of controversy, mainly because concrete actions are most often taken not by state authorities but by non-governmental institutions that have neither sufficient funds nor human resources for this purpose. The actions of state services, inspections and guards have been and still are assessed as insufficient, as a result of which the idea of establishing an Animal Ombudsman emerged. In March 2021, a bill authored by Left-wing MPs appeared in the Sejm, which concerns the independent institution of an Animal Ombudsman and proposes a systemic approach to the protection of the rights of farmed, wild and domestic animals. It is possible to act for animals in a formal, balanced and serious manner. There may indeed be a need for a specialised body that can consistently speak up for those who have no voice. However, as the research indicates, the main obstacle to improving animal welfare is a lack of political will.
Limitations of reproductive rights: Certain general theoretic aspects
Authors: Dobryanskiy Sviatoslav
Published: February 2025

As is well known of the most sharp problems of the theory and practice of fundamental rights and freedoms legal safeguarding is the question of human rights limitations of such rights. Namely, discursive and not sufficiently researched remains the problem of legal regulation of reproductive rights limitations both in international, and in national legislation on these items.
Legal legislation of Ukraine in the sphere of reproductive human rights regulation in fact does not contain system of clearly defined principles on defining content and volume for realization of aforementioned human rights group, and existing law drafts, that were prepared in particular with the aim of complex legal regulation of the system of reproductive rights do not take into account human rights protection practice of the international, namely European judicial bodies on these questions.
Thus the aim of the article is research and careful determination of the principle for defining content and volume of the reproductive rights in the human rights protection practice of the European Court of Human Rights with the aim of providing most effective national legal instruments of reproductive rights protection, that (legal instruments) would be based on European standards of limitations of the aforementioned rights.
The article as the result of careful scientific research concludes with the following suggestions, namely to amend art.64 of the Constitution of Ukraine with the following provision: “Human rights limitations can be recognized as lawful only under the condition, if certain limitations are recognized by law and do not lead to negation of the essence and purpose of certain right”.
EFFECT OF OPTIMIZATION SEQUENCE ON THE STRUCTURAL AND ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES OF IMPURITY ADDED C20 FULLERENE: A DFT ASSESMENT
Authors: Bağlayan Özge , Parlak Cemal , Alver Özgür
Published: February 2025

Due to its advantages over experimental works, density functional theory as a computational approach provides many insights before going over the expensive and timely costs of experimental studies. However, the time required to perform a computational study depends on the number of atoms or size of the investigated molecular system and the capacity of the computational sources. In the framework of this study, we have investigated different optimization procedures to see the effect on optimization energy, electronic parameters and some important structural parameters by using modified fullerene-C20. The question that was tried to be answered here is, independent of the computational source, “do we really have to build a given molecular system from the very beginning of its components or can the final structure be directly optimized?”. The preliminary results suggested very small differences such as (1-2) cm-1 for OH vibrations, 0.003 Å for inter atomic distances at the interaction sites and 0.003-0.018 eV energy alterations for frontier molecular orbitals. The results suggest a way to room more space and time for further studies based on impurity added C20-fullerenes.
Ensino superior privado na América Latina
Authors: Pires André , Soares Carolina Zuccarelli , Scudeler Marcelo Augusto
Published: February 2025

Apresentação
Facetas da questão social no Brasil contemporâneo
Authors: Neves Ednalva Felix das , Sampaio Daniel Pereira
Published: February 2025

O Brasil passou por grandes transformações nas últimas quatro décadas, dentre as quais se pode citar o fim do regime militar, a promulgação da Constituição Federal de 1988, a ampliação dos direitos sociais, o controle inflacionário pelo Plano Real, a consolidação da assistência social a partir de 2004, o golpe contra a democracia em 2016. Tais mudanças alteraram o modo como a questão social foi tratada ao longo do tempo. Embora alguns avanços representem conquistas sociais importantes, em paralelo ocorreu o aprofundamento de políticas de corte neoliberal, com destaque para a austeridade fiscal. Com isso, o país viveu um paradoxo entre a conquista de direitos sociais e a dificuldade em implementar plenamente as políticas públicas necessárias para efetivamente combater as diversas expressões da questão social brasileira. Este dossiê traz artigos que discutem facetas desta complexa questão.
Percepção e adaptação de agricultores familiares às Mudanças Climáticas
Authors: Gabriel Camila de Souza , Souza-Esquerdo Vanilde Ferreira de
Published: February 2025

Introdução: A atividade agrícola é uma das principais responsáveis pela emissão de gases com efeito de estufa (GEE), com estimativas indicando que 49% das emissões totais derivam da mudança no uso do solo. A agricultura familiar, que desempenha um papel central na produção de alimentos, pode sofrer grandes impactos devido a eventos climáticos extremos, afetando tanto a produção, quanto o estilo de vida das comunidades envolvidas. Diante da crise climática, torna-se urgente repensar o modelo de produção de alimentos, buscando práticas que respeitem o meio ambiente e a população. Objetivo: O objetivo desta pesquisa foi investigar como os agricultores familiares identificam os impactos das mudanças climáticas em suas atividades e quais as estratégias são adotadas para mitigar esses efeitos e se adaptar a eles. Métodos: A pesquisa foi conduzida por meio de análise documental, observação participante e entrevistas semiestruturadas com 20 agricultores familiares do assentamento rural Milton Santos. Resultados e Discussão: Os resultados indicaram que os Sistemas Agroflorestais (SAFs) fundamentados em princípios agroecológicos, emergiram como uma estratégia eficaz, adotada desde os primeiros anos do assentamento e mantida pelas famílias. Os SAFs proporcionam diversos benefícios, como melhoria da qualidade do solo, controle térmico, proteção contra ventos, aumento da capacidade de retenção de água nos solos e prevenção da erosão, mostrando-se adaptáveis às diferentes realidades biológicas, físicas e socioeconômicas dos agricultores familiares. Conclusão: Os SAFs fundamentados em princípios agroecológicos são adequados para o enfrentamento dos desafios impostos pelas mudanças climáticas, promovem a sustentabilidade ambiental e fortalecem a resiliência das comunidades agrícolas.
Analisis Asas-Asas Umum Pemerintahan yang Baik dalam Pemeriksaan dan Penegakan Pelaksanaan Jabatan PPAT
Authors: Alex Habib Rahman  , Destri Budi Nugraheni
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis Asas-asas umum Pemerintahan yang Baik dalam pemeriksaan dan penegakan pelaksanaan Jabatan PPAT, serta menganalisis apakah perdamaian para pihak terkait pelapor dan terlapor (PPAT) dapat menghentikan pemeriksaan atas pengaduan pelanggaran kepada Majelis Pembina dan Pengawas PPAT Daerah. Jenis penelitian adalah penelitian yuridis normatif, yang dilatarbelakangi oleh Putusan PTUN Nomor 20/G/2020/PTUN.PBR, Putusan PTTUN Medan Nomor 10/B/2021/PTTUN-MDN, Putusan Mahkamah Agung Nomor 337/K/TUN/2021 mengenai pemeriksaan Jabatan PPAT, Majelis Hakim menyatakan bahwa MPPD harus melaksanakan pembinaan dan pengawasan sesuai Asas-asas umum Pemerintahan yang Baik. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menganalisis data sekunder berupa teori, konsep, asas hukum serta peraturan hukum yang berhubungan dengan pokok bahasan serta dilengkapi dengan wawancara kepada Narasumber. Hasil penelitian selanjutnya dianalisis secara kualitatif. Hasil penelitian yaitu pertama, Asas-asas umum pemerintahan yang baik (AUPB) harus konsisten diterapkan dalam pengawasan dan penegakan hukum terhadap PPAT. MPPD Rokan Hulu melanggar prinsip AUPB seperti kepatuhan hukum dan kecermatan, termasuk tidak sesuai prosedur dan mengabaikan fakta. Pembatalan tindakan MPPD oleh hakim menunjukkan perlunya perbaikan prosedur dan kepatuhan hukum. Kedua, Perdamaian antara pelapor dan terlapor diharapkan menghindari konflik berkepanjangan, namun tidak menghapus tanggung jawab hukum PPAT. MPPD harus menegakkan hukum dan mempertimbangkan perdamaian dalam menentukan sanksi, sesuai Peraturan Menteri Agraria Nomor 2 Tahun 2018. Jika MPPD merekomendasikan pemberhentian tanpa mengikuti prosedur dan mempertimbangkan perdamaian, hal ini dapat melanggar peraturan. Evaluasi tindakan MPPD diperlukan untuk memastikan keadilan dan akuntabilitas.
A review of multi-factor footprints: a bibliometric perspective
Authors: Miao Zhuang , Huo Dingting , Li Yuhan
Published: February 2025

With the global concern for environmental issues, studies of footprints, especially multi-factor footprints, have received great attention worldwide. This study aims to offer an overview of this research domain of multi-factor footprints, based on a sample of relevant literature published from 1992 to 2023, and to analyze the research trends, basic characteristics, and research hotspots of multi-factor footprints through bibliometrics. This study not only sorts out multiple combinations of common objects of research and main research methods, but also analyzes the information on the countries and authors with a large number of publications by using VOSviewer and CiteSpace, and carries out keyword co-occurrence, clustering, and burst analyses to uncover the evolution of the research hotspots. Finally, this study concludes that multi-factor footprint research has great potential for development, the combination of carbon footprint and water, energy, and other footprints provides a more comprehensive and deep perspective for assessing environmental impacts, diverse research methods drive breakthroughs, and the research hotspots have been extended to interdisciplinary and multiple fields. This study offers scholars a literature review of research perspectives in the field of multi-factor footprints and provides a reference for future research directions.
Digitalisasi UMKM Melalui Program Sibakul Jogja dalam Upaya Peningkatan Daya Saing
Authors: Nurfauziah Nurfauziah , Albari Albari , Suhartini Suhartini , Mulyati Sri
Published: February 2025

Perkembangan teknologi digital dewasa ini menutut pelaku usaha UMKM juga harus mengembangkan diri dan mengikuti perkembangan jaman. Pengguanaan teknologi digital diharapkan mampu mengubah cara kerja, pengolahan, penyimpanan dan juga pengiriman informasi. Digitalisasi UMKM yang beralih ke pola penjualan online melalui marketplace menjadi satu pemecahan masalah bagi UMKM untuk mampu bersaing dan tetap bertahan hidup dalam kondisi yang tidak menentu. Pendampingan pada UMKM dilakukan di Kelurahan Ngestiharjo Kecamatan Kasihan Kabupaten Bantul.  Pelaku usaha UMKM di kelurahan itu hampir semua belum menggunakan teknologi digital. Pendampingan bekerja sama dengan Dinas Koperasi dan UKM DIY berupa pelatihan strategi pemasaran melalui teknologi digital. Kegiatan ini diikuti oleh perwakilan dari 20 kelompok tani se Kelurahan Ngestiharjo Kasihan Bantul. Di akhir kegiatan seluruh kelompok tani mendaftarkan diri dalam program Si Bakul Yogya yang merupakan program Diskop UKM DIY. Dengan mengikuti program SiBakul Jogja diharapkan dapat meningkatkan daya saing UMKM yang ada di Kelurahan Ngestiharjo Kasihan Bantul.
The influence of the individual variation, sex and spatial factor in somatic growth of Serrasalmus rhombeus, an Amazon predator fish species
Authors: Reis Monica Regiane , Lourenço Luzia da Silva , Fernandes Izaias
Published: February 2025

The Amazon is one of the regions with the greatest fish diversity on the planet. In this vast biodiversity, there is Serrasalmus rhombeus, a predatory species that plays a vital ecological role in aquatic ecosystems. In order to generate biological data and valuable information to management efforts, we characterized the somatic growth pattern of S. rhombeus and identified its sources of variation. To achieve this, individuals of S. rhombeus were collected from two dams between October 2018 and November 2019. Analyzing the marginal increment based on data from 158 individuals revealed the formation of a single annual growth ring at the onset of the rainy season. Individual ages ranged from 1 to 6 years old. Among the considered models, the one that provided the best explanation for the variation in somatic growth of S. rhombeus integrated individual variation, sex, and sites. This highlights that the rate of an individual’s growth and the size it can attain are influenced by individual resource utilization, which is mediated by interindividual genetic diversity. Furthermore, this variation is associated with sex and the specific site where the individual is located.
Depremin Oluşturduğu Negatif Psikolojik Etkinin Katlanmasında Medyanın Rolünü Belirlemeye Yönelik Bir Ölçek Geliştirme Çalışması
Authors: Karaşin Yusuf , Karagöz Yalçın , Filiz Mustafa
Published: February 2025

Bu çalışmanın amacı, deprem döneminde medyanın bireyde oluşturduğu negatif psikolojinin etkisini ölçen bir psikometrik ölçüm aracı geliştirmektir. Bu amaç doğrultusunda 06 Şubat 2023 tarihinde meydana gelen Kahramanmaraş ilinin Pazarcık ve Elbistan merkezli ilçelerindeki depremlerden dolaylı olarak etkilenen 18 yaş üstü 437 kişilik bir katılımcı grubuna ulaşılmıştır. Çalışma kapsamında ilk olarak kavramsal yapı oluşturulmuş ve bu kavramsal yapıdan yola çıkılarak madde havuzu meydana getirilmiştir. Madde havuzu oluşturulduktan sonra uzman görüşüne başvurulmuştur. Uzman görüşü sonrasında ölçek maddelerinde kalan maddeler üzerinden pilot çalışma yapılmıştır. Pilot çalışma sonrasında test-yeniden test güvenilirliği belirlenmiştir. Bu aşamaların ardından ölçek katılımcılara uygulanmıştır. Katılımcılara hem çevrimiçi hem de yüz yüze olarak kolayda örneklem yöntemiyle ulaşılmıştır. Çalışma kapsamında elde edilen verilere Açıklayıcı ve Doğrulayıcı Faktör Analizi uygulanmıştır. Yapılan analiz sonucunda 2 faktör ve 18 ifadeden oluşan psikometrik bir ölçüm aracının geliştirildiği bulgusuna ulaşılmıştır. Faktörlere, altında toplanan ifadeleri en iyi açıklayacak şekilde “Bireysel Olumsuz Tutum” ve “Medyanın Kötüye Kullanımı” isimleri verilmiştir. Geliştirilen ölçeğin, depremin oluşturduğu negatif psikolojik etkinin katlanmasında meydanın rolünün belirlemek için geçerli ve güvenilir bir ölçüm aracı olduğu tespit edilmiştir.
Ankara Ahiliğindeki Sosyal / İctimai Yapının Kültür ve Zihniyet Dünyası
Authors: Şimşek Osman
Published: February 2025

Birçok çevrede Ankara Ahileri konusunda uzun zamandır tartışılan bir konu: “Selçuklu devletinin dağılmasıyla meydana gelen anarşi ve fetret döneminde Ahiler, Ankara’da bir şehir cumhuriyeti kurmuşlardır” iddiasıdır. Bu incelemede, Ankara Ahilerinin 1290-1354 yıllarında Ankara’da bir Cumhuriyet kurup kurmadıkları iddiası akademik düzeyde, ilmi ölçüler ekseninde ele alınarak tartışmaya bir aşama kazandırmak istenmektedir. Bu kapsamda, “Ankara Ahiler Cumhuriyeti” olarak ifade edilen tarihsel dönemde, gerçekten Ankara’da bir “Ahiler Cumhuriyeti”nin olup olmadığı konusunun akademik düzeyde gerçekçi çözümlemesi, Medeniyetlerin “Bilgi Üretme Yöntemleri/Düşünce Yöntemleri”ne göre üretilen bilgi yoluyla ortaya konulacaktır. Böylece bu tartışmaya ilmi bilgi üretme yöntemleri/düşünce yöntemleriyle bir netlik kazandırılması hedeflenmektedir. Ortaya konulan bu “düşünce yöntemleri-mukayeseli bilgi yapıları (sistemleri)” etkileşimiyle “Ankara Ahilerinin”, “Cumhuriyet” kurmalarıyla ilgili birtakım çevrelerde geliştirilen ideolojik temalı yaklaşımlara karşı akli, ilmi metot kullanımlı, mukayeseli bakış içeren ilmi kimlikli bakışa sahip bir cevap sunulmuştur. Ahilik kurumu gerek genel anlamda gerekse Ankara Ahiliği bağlamında tevhide bağlı bir sosyal kurumdur. Oysa Türkiye, liberal-kapitalist-pozitivist düşünce yöntemi temelinde kurulmuştur. Bu özellikler atlanarak "Ankara Ahiliği"ne "Cumhuriyet" bağlamında yaklaşmak ideolojik bir bakıştır. "Ankara Ahiliği" ile "Cumhuriyet" arasında bu ilişkiyi kurmak sosyal ilimler ile bilgi sistemleri disiplini açısından, bilimsel düşünce geleneği bağlamında ve ilmi yöntem açısından uygun değildir.
Bileşik Öncü Göstergeler Endeksi ve Ocak Ayı Anomalisi İlişkisi: Türkiye Uygulaması
Authors: Sektioğlu İrfan
Published: February 2025

Geçmişten günümüze makroekonomik değişkenler ile pay senedi piyasaları arasındaki ilişki birçok çalışmada inceleme konusu olmuştur. Makroekonomik değişkenlerin pay senedi fiyatlarını da etkilediği tespit edilmiştir. Ayrıca son yıllarda davranışsal finans yazınının genişlemesiyle birlikte pay senedi fiyatlarında birçok anomalinin de etkili olduğu anlaşılmıştır. Bu çalışmada, makroekonomik değişkenlerin pay senedi piyasaları ile olan ilişkileri farklı bir boyutta ele alınarak; ekonomilerin gelecek dönemlerdeki seyrini tespit etmede kullanılan Bileşik Öncü Göstergeler Endeksi ve pay senedi fiyatlarını etki altında bırakabilen ocak ayı anomalisi arasındaki ilişki incelenmiştir. Bu doğrultuda, 2002-2023 yılları arası Borsa İstanbul Ulusal 100 Endeksinde Bileşik Öncü Göstergeler Endeksi canlanma ve daralma devreleri kullanılarak ocak ayı anomalisinin varlığı güç oranı yöntemi ile araştırılmıştır. Elde edilen bulgular neticesinde Türkiye’de araştırmaya konu dönemde ocak ayı anomalisine rastlanmakta, anomali dönemleri Bileşik Öncü Göstergeler Endeksi ile genel anlamda uyumluluk göstermektedir.
Transformer Neural Networks for Behavior-Centric Production Forecasting in Unconventional Reservoir
Authors: Cornelio Jodel , Mohd Razak Syamil , Cho Young , Liu Hui-Hai , Vaidya Ravimadhav , Jafarpour Behnam
Published: February 2025

Data-driven models, such as neural networks, provide an alternative to physics-based simulations in predicting well behavior within unconventional reservoirs. However, these models struggle to interpret the factors behind production performance, the underlying physics of the process, and correlations unique to individual wells and their flow behaviors. These models are designed to approximate general trends present in data sets, which can hinder their ability to learn behaviors specific to certain data segments. In large unconventional fields, wells within a single formation can exhibit varied production behaviors, emphasizing the need to segment the data into more relevant subsets. Such data segmentation enables the development of local models (LMs) that capture regional or behavioral correlations. In contrast, a field-wide (global) AI model, trained on the entirety of the data, tends to produce averaged predictions, which can dilute specific correlations and reduce the overall predictive power.

This work uses a transformer neural network to enable a behavior-based clustering process in predicting production from unconventional fields. By leveraging the attention mechanism inherent in transformers, we extract attention scores that link well properties to production behaviors. The information from these attention scores improves the clustering quality, which is crucial for training data-driven models on segmented data sets. The proposed approach highlights the advantages of developing behavior-centric (local) models that provide higher accuracy by capturing correlations distinct to a particular region or production behavior. Notably, the attention mechanism facilitates the isolation and curation of data subsets for training behavior-centric models, thereby improving prediction performance.
MoS2 Flash Memory Arrays with Sb Contact for Highly Efficient and Low-Latency Analog In-Memory Searches
Authors: Li Can , Gao Guoyun , Wen Bo , Yang Ni , Du Zhiyuan , Jiang Mingrui , Mao Ruibin , Cao Yingnan , Xue Hongxia , Yip Pak San , Liu Qihan , Wan Yi , Ki Dong-Keun , Tang Jinyao , Chan Paddy K. L. , Jiang Hao , Wang Han , Li Lain-Jong
Published: February 2025

With the rapid growth of AI and edge devices, the transfer of data between memory and computing units has emerged as a significant bottleneck in traditional digital hardware. Content addressable memories (CAMs) offer a promising solution by processing information directly within memory, but existing implementations using SRAM and, more recently, those using emerging nonvolatile memories are constrained by the performance of silicon transistors. In this work, we introduce an ultra-compact analog CAM that utilizes atomic thin 2D MoS₂ flash memories with semimetal antimony (Sb) contacts. Our device achieves the highest readout current (60μA/μm) and large ON/OFF ratios (>109) reported in 2D flash memories, which results in record low energy consumption and latency (below 0.1fJ/10 ps per search per cell) during analog in-memory search operations in our physical 8x16 analog CAM array with 256 MoS2 flash memory devices. Furthermore, we showcased analog Hamming distance computing for k-nearest neighbor (KNN) classification using our 2D analog CAM hardware, showing high accuracy, energy efficiency, and low latency for machine learning applications. This work experimentally demonstrates the potential of 2D materials in overcoming current hardware limitations, paving the way for more efficient and scalable computing solutions in intelligence edge devices.
Advanced Energy Storage Solutions by Interleaved Converters and Movable Centrifugal Pumps for MSEVs in Un-Grid Areas
Authors: Raj A. Edwin Isaac , Sobia M. Carmel , M Ravindran
Published: February 2025

In this paper, we designed a compact, multipurpose self -sustaining electric vehicle (MSEV) that can charge itself. This machine uses a solar panel to convert sunlight into electrical energy, which is stored in the battery for later utilization in off-grid areas with the help of an Interleaved Boost Converter. Moreover, the BLDC motor itself acts as an AC generator during pedaling operations, thereby charging the battery. Since the BLDC motor also acts as an AC generator, a bidirectional converter is used to supply and store energy to and from the BLDC machine. In addition to serving as a motor and generator, this BLDC machine also functions as a Movable Centrifugal Pump (MCP), storing kinetic energy. Thus, a self-sustaining EV that also acts as a mobile centrifugal pump is both compact and efficient. The hardware setup of the bicycle has been tested as a prototype for its multipurpose functionality, including transportation, battery charging, and un-grid kinetic energy storage pump applications, showcasing the novelty of this work. The output of this machine was simulated using MATLAB software for various modes of operation, and the results were very promising. Inspired by work on dual-switch converters, proportional-integral (PI) techniques are incorporated to enhance energy conversion efficiency and reduce harmonic distortions, improving overall system power quality efficiency to 96.8%. Additionally, advanced wavelet transforms methods for harmonic identification have been considered to optimize inverter performance (THD of 1.3%), further ensuring reliable energy storage and transfer. With the integration of a high-efficiency bidirectional converter as suggested, the system achieves superior energy management, making it ideal for renewable energy applications in un-grid areas (UGA).
New method for reducing evaporation losses in dams, large stagnant water, and agricultural water management
Authors: Yousefi Hamidoddin
Published: February 2025

Abstract
This study evaaluates two research methods to mitigate water evaporation in arid regions with high temperatures and sparse rainfall. The first method assesses evaporation control using locally available date palm yarn (SEES) as a floating cover for water bodies. The second method investigates the effect of SEES laid under ploughed ground to enhance soil moisture retention. Evaporation from water surfaces was measured using two identical evaporation pan—one covered with date palm yarn and the other left open—over two months. Results indicate a 7.5% reduction in evaporation for the covered pool compared to the open one. The floating SEES cover provided shade, reduced direct solar exposure, and conserved more water for irrigation. Additionally, SEES placed under ploughed soil retained moisture, increasing soil water content and plant root absorption. Chemical analysis revealed that SEES contains beneficial compounds that enhance soil wettability and nutrient retention. This method provides a low-cost, sustainable, and eco-friendly solution for reducing water loss in agriculture and water reservoirs.
Assessing the Impact of groundwater quality on human health in Aba, Abia State, Nigeria
Authors: Nlemolisa O.R. , Ogbulie J.N. , Orji J.C. , Nweke C.O. , Kemka U.N. , Gaius-Mbalisi V.K. , Ihenetu F.C.
Published: February 2025

Groundwater serves as a significant source of water for consumption and household purposes. The lack of a public water supply scheme by the government has led individuals to indiscriminately sink boreholes, using the water for drinking and fulfilling their domestic needs without following the international best practices and standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO) and other regulatory bodies in Nigeria, such as the Nigerian Standard for Drinking Water Quality (NSDWQ). The utilization of this water poses significant risks to human health. The investigation focused on the effects of groundwater quality on human health in Aba, Abia state, Nigeria. Water samples were obtained from ten existing boreholes located near waste dumps and mechanic workshops during both the dry and rainy seasons. The analysis of psychochemical parameters and heavy metals in the water samples was conducted employing standard methodologies. The findings indicated that the acidic pH values ranged from 4.72 to 6.28 during the dry season and from 3.42 to 6.1 in the rainy season. All groundwater samples from the study area exhibited elevated levels of BOD, COD, DO, cadmium (Cr), and chromium (Cr) concentrations that surpassed the World Health Organization (WHO) limits for drinking water. The pollution load index across all samples demonstrated a low level. The quantification of contamination indicates that Cadmium (Cd) at all sites originates from anthropogenic activities, whereas Zinc (Zn) is derived from lithogenic sources across all sites and during both seasons. Both adults and children exhibited elevated hazard quotients greater than 1 and hazard indices exceeding 1, attributed to high levels of Cr, Fe, and Cd. Carcinogenic risk values exceeding 10− 6 and 10− 4 were identified in the samples, indicating a possible health risk for both children and adults across both seasons. The water quality index of samples collected from both seasons indicated that their status was deemed unsuitable for consumption. The results indicate a critical necessity for the treatment of groundwater sourced from the dumpsite prior to consumption in order to prevent significant health hazards. Ultimately, it is essential to remediate waste dumpsites or permit natural remediation before constructing residential structures and installing boreholes for water supply in these areas.
Kantova teorija označavanja u Kritici moći suđenja – semiotika kao estetika
Authors: Dragojević Mijatović Aneli , Mijatović Aleksandar
Published: February 2025

U radu se iz Kantova suda ukusa nastoji izvesti teorija znaka. Kantovo uvođenje moći suđenja kao posredničkog područja između spoznaje i djelovanja, prirode i slobode, dovodi se u vezu s Lockeovom teorijom semiotike. Sudovi ukusa sastoje se od znakova, tvoreći govorni čin »X je lijepo«. Time se estetika uspostavlja kao semiotika, pa je predikat »je lijepo« znak koji označava bez pojmova. Stoga normativnost lijepoga kao znaka nije pojmovna, već proizlazi iz zajednice. Međutim, i ta zajednica nije uspostavljena unaprijed, već se izvodi iz usuglašavanja oko suda ukusa.
Targets Involved in the Pharmacology of Bothrops Snakebite: Statu Quo and Future Perspectives
Authors: Alves Álisson Emannuel Franco , Formiga Allessya Lara Dantas , Uchôa Ana Flávia Chaves , Cardoso Anny Leticia Marinho Ramos , Rodrigues Eduardo Oliveira Aquino Leal , Pereira Graziela Maria de Araujo , Leite Julia de Pádua Farias Bezerra , da Silva Luís Fellipe Alves , de Sousa Natália Ferreira , Sobral Marcelo da Silva , Scotti Marcus Tullius , Scotti Luciana , Xavier Júnior Francisco Humberto
Published: February 2025

Introduction:

Despite their hazardous nature, snake venoms hold immense potential
for the development of novel therapies. This summary delves into the key aspects of snake venom
research, focusing on their significance as targets for neutralization, their utility as novel drugs,
the application of in silico studies, and future prospects with nanotechnology.

Significance of Snake Venom:

Snake venom harbors a rich diversity of toxic proteins with a wide
range of biological activities. Its importance lies in the possibility of neutralizing its detrimental effects
and exploring its therapeutic potential for diverse ailments.

Venom Neutralization:

The development of more effective and specific antivenoms is crucial for
treating snakebites, particularly in regions with a high prevalence of accidents. Molecular-level
venom studies are essential for identifying novel targets for the development of more efficacious
antivenoms.

Venom as a Source of Novel Drugs:

Proteins present in snake venom exhibit diverse pharmacological
activities, including antithrombotic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antimicrobial properties.
Investigating these proteins can lead to the development of novel medications for various diseases.

In silico Studies:

Bioinformatics tools and molecular modelling can aid in the discovery of novel
molecular targets in snake venom, accelerating the process of developing new drugs and therapies.

Nanotechnology for Drug Delivery:

Nanotechnology offers new possibilities for developing
more efficient and targeted drug delivery systems, enhancing the safety and effectiveness of snake
venom-based treatments.

Conclusion:

Snake venom research represents a promising area of inquiry with immense potential
for the development of novel drugs and therapies. The integration of traditional and innovative
techniques, such as in silico studies and nanotechnology, can accelerate this process and contribute
to the advancement of public health.
Metabolic Evaluation of a Novel Hydroxyfuranone Compound: Adiposity Reduction in Obese Mice by Increasing SIRT1 Gene Expression
Authors: Silva Moraes Daniel , Rodrigues Pereira Suely , Duque Esteves Tulio , Americo Correia Ana Carolina , Hugo Dantas Guimarães Victor , Alves Pereira Ulisses , do Couto Tavares Eder , Maurício Batista de Paula Alfredo , Jeane Aguiar Carla , Conceição Farias Lucyana , Luiz Sena Guimarães André , Sousa Santos Sérgio Henrique
Published: February 2025

Background:

Obesity is one of the main health problems worldwide and is associated with type 2 diabetes mellitus. In this context, butenolides and sulfonamides are known for their anti-obesity effects.

Objective:

The present study aimed to synthesize a novel molecule containing the moieties hydroxybutenolide and sulfonamide [3-chloro-4-(p-chlorophenylsulfonylamino)-5-hy-droxyfuran-2(5H)-one] (FS) and evaluate its metabolic effects in an obese mice model with metabolic syndrome.

Methods:

4 groups of mice were divided into standard diet (ST), standard diet with added hydroxybutenolide (ST+FS), high-fat diet (HF), and high-fat diet with added hydroxy-butenolide (HF+FS). Over 30 days, FS was administered by gavage at a dose of 70 mg/kg/day. Body weight, food consumption, glycemic tests, total serum cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, triacylglycerol, histological analyses, and gene expression by RT-PCR for the adipose tissue genes SIRT1, SIRT3, SIRT5, and NFKβ, were evaluated.

Results:

A decrease in body weight was observed after FS administration (ST+FS: -7.81±4.39 and HF+FS: -11.77±9.59), reducing glucose and fasting blood glucose in the treated group. Adipose tissue mass (ST+FS: 0.017 ±0.011; HF+FS: 0.062±0.017), white epididymal adipose tissue volume, triglycerides, as well as the adipocyte area, were lower for the HF+FS group. SIRT1 and SIRT3 expressions were higher in groups that received hydroxybutenolide.

Conclusion:

Treatment with FS 3-chloro-4-(p-chlorophenylsulfonylamino)-5-hydroxy-furan-2(5H)-one improved metabolic profile and increased the SIRT1 expression.