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AN EXPLORATION OF THE CONCEPT OF FALAH WELFARE IN THE MUSLIM COMMUNITY IN LANGKAT DISTRICT
Authors: Harahap Muhammad Arfan
Published: August 2024

Measurement of welfare using the concept of falah needs to be implemented in an applicative manner. This study aims to analyze the factors that influence the welfare of the concept of falah and to measure the level of welfare of the people of Langkat Regency using the falah welfare index. This research method uses mixed methods with the exploratory sequential design to analyze the level of community welfare using the concept of falah welfare, which uses qualitative methods, and to measure the influence between variables, which uses quantitative methods. The research data was analyzed using the Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) approach. The results showed that the level of community welfare in Langkat Regency, measured using the concept of falah welfare, was still low. In addition, this study shows that simultaneously, the variables of Religiosity, Islamic Work Ethics, Islamic Consumption Ethics, and Islamic Treasure Management affect the Falah Welfare variable by 81%. The results of this study recommend that the government of Langkat Regency measure the welfare of the community using the falah welfare index to obtain different information related to the welfare conditions of the community, especially Muslims.
Analisis Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Keterampilan Berbicara Bahasa Arab Mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Arab
Authors: Maulana Putra Muhammad Rizki , Agung Mutaqqien  , Abdul Kholik
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan ingin mengetahui fenomena proses pembelajaran keterampilan berbicara bahasa Arab oleh mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Arab, Universitas Djuanda, dan mengidentifikasi apa saja yang menjadi faktor pendukung dan faktor penghambat mahasiswa dalam proses belajar dan latihannya. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian kualitatif deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menemukan fakta bahwa terdapat upaya dosen, mahasiswa, dan Program Studi dalam proses pembelajaran keterampilan berbicara bahasa Arab. Dalam faktor pendukung, terdapat faktor internal dan eksternal, begitupun dalam faktor penghambat. Dapat disimpulkan dari penelitian ini bahwa faktor pendukung dalam keterampilan berbicara bahasa Arab memiliki keunggulan daripada faktor penghambat.
Konsep Pendidikan Tan Malaka Dan Pengaruhnya Pada Masa Pergerakan Nasional 1921-1926
Authors: Supriatna Erwin , Sumaryoto Sumaryoto
Published: August 2024

Pergerakan nasional merupakan momentum kebangkitan nasionalisme dalam rangka memperjuangkan kemerdekaan Indonesia. Tan Malaka adalah salah seorang tokoh pergerakan nasional yang memiliki konsep tentang pendidikan untuk rakyat. Metode penelitian yang dipakai adalah metode historis, yaitu proses menguji dan menganalisa secara kritis rekaman dan peninggalan pada masa lalu. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa konsep pendidikan Tan Malaka menitikberatkan pada perubahan pola pikir, kebebasan dan kesetaraan untuk rakyat Indonesia. Pendirian sekolah Sarekat Islam di Semarang adalah bukti bahwa Tan Malaka berhasil mengartikulasikan gagasannya menjadi sebuah realita. Tan Malaka tidak hanya seorang cendekiawan pendidikan  tetapi juga seorang praktisi. Sikap politiknya yang anti kolonial terbentuk dari interpretasinya berdasar pada referensi bacaan yang dibenturkan dengan realitas hidup antara kaum penjajah dan rakyat jajahan. Oleh karena itu, perspektif pendidikan Tan Malaka adalah berwatak anti-kolonial. Pemikiran pendidikan Tan Malaka bercorak membebaskan dan bernafaskan perlawanan dengan tujuan menghasilkan individu yang sadar realita sehingga pada akhirnya mampu menciptakan kemerdekaan. Setidaknya, konsep pemikiran tersebut digunakan untuk menyebut pandangan pendidikan yang membebaskan manusia melalui penanaman hasrat membangun masyarakat melalui jalur-jalur pembebasan yang menekankan potensi tiap manusia.
THE ROLE OF SALES PROMOTION, EASE OF USE, AND TRUST TOWARDS INTENTION TO USE E-WALLET
Authors: Sovania Erina , Ginting Mozestha Prana
Published: August 2024

E-wallets or electronic wallets have become an alternative payment method because they allow users to do things online quickly and safely. This research aims to determine how much intention to use the ShopeePay e-wallet influences sales promotion, ease of use, and trust. The study was conducted on 160 active Shopee users in the Jakarta area. This research is a quantitative method with a hypothesis testing type of research. Analysis was carried out using the SmartPLS application. The research results reveal that sales promotions and ease of use significantly influence the intention to use the Shopeepay application. In contrast, other determinants, namely trust, do not influence Shopee users to use Shopeepay
FINANCIAL LITERACY, RETURN EXPECTATIONS, Z-GENERATION STOCK INVESTMENT DECISIONS WITH HERDING MODERATION
Authors: Anggraini Nivia Putri , Munari Munari
Published: August 2024

Investing has become a popular method for saving, especially for long-term goals, due to the potential for greater returns over time. Indonesian people are increasingly aware of passive income, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic. Financial technology and online platforms allow more people to manage their investment portfolios. This paper examines the influence of financial literacy. It returns expectations on Z-Generation stock investment decisions and the influence of moderation of herding behavior on financial literacy and returns expectations influencing Z-Generation stock investment decisions. The type of research applied in this research is a quantitative approach. The population in this study is Z-Generation, who registered with the Investkuy stock investment education community on January 12, 2024, with a population of 339 people. The research results show that financial literacy positively affects Z-Generation's stock investment decisions, while return expectations also have a positive effect. However, herding behavior weakens the influence of financial literacy on these decisions while strengthening the influence of expected returns
Application of Piercing the Corporate Veil in Indonesia: A Legal and Islamic Perspective
Authors: Kusmastuti Ines prasheila
Published: August 2024

Piercing the corporate veil is a doctrine related to corporate responsibility by imposing responsibility on share owners. In its implementation, it often creates injustice for one of the parties because there are no clear rules regarding the accountability of the holding company towards the subsidiary company, as happened in the Supreme Court Decision Number 89/PK/Pdt/2010. The aim of this research is to determine the application of piercing the corporate veil as a form of joint responsibility for group companies from an Islamic justice perspective in decision Number 89/PK/Pdt/2010. This type of research is normative juridical with a case and statutory approach. The research results state that the application of the piercing the corporate veil doctrine to the responsibilities of holding companies refers to the Civil Code and Article 3 paragraph (2) of Law Number 40 of 2007 concerning Limited Liability Companies considering that holding companies and subsidiary companies are still components of company law. The implementation is in accordance with the al-'Adl concept in the same sense as Surah An-Nisa verses 58 and 135 because there are no regulations regarding group companies in Indonesia.
Estimasi Nilai Heritabilitas pada Bobot Badan, Bobot Telur, dan Indeks Telur Ayam Maron 1
Authors: Shofiya Umi , Sihite Mikael , Pramono Pradipta Bayuaji , Kusumaningrum Rahayu
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui nilai heritabilitas bobot badan, bobot telur, dan indeks telur ayam Maron 1 yang diketahui melalui pengukuran bobot badan, bobot telur, dan indeks telur ayam Maron 1 di (Balai Pembibitan dan Budidaya Ternak Non Ruminansia) BPBTNR Satker Ayam Maron Temanggung. 50 ekor ayam betina Maron 1 berumur 10 bulan dan 26 butir telur ayam Maron 1 yang diperoleh digunakan sebagai materi dalam penelitian ini. Bobot badan dan bobot telur diukur menggunakan timbangan digital sementara, indeks telur diukur menggunakan jangka sorong. Masing-masing data sifat kuantitatif hasil pengukuran diolah menggunakan software Microsoft Excel yang kemudian nilai heritabilitas diestimasi melalui metode korelasi saudara tiri sebapak. Analisis variansi digunakan untuk menghitung besar komponen variansi yang berasal dari sumber variasi antar pejantan dan antar anak dalam pejantan. Hasil penelitian estimasi nilai heritabilitas bobot badan, bobot telur, dan indeks telur ayam Maron 1 berturut-turut yaitu -0,47±0,25 (kategori rendah), 0,21±0,35 (kategori sedang), dan 0,21±0,35 (kategori sedang). Heritabilitas bobot badan, bobot telur, dan indeks telur ayam Maron 1 di BPBTNR Satker Ayam Maron Temanggung dalam penelitian ini belum menunjukkan hasil yang representatif. Perlu dilakukan penelitian lebih lanjut dengan pengoptimalan penggunaan jumlah sampel, meningkatkan produksi ternak, recording, biosecurity, dan SOP.
Pengaruh Penambahan Bahan-Bahan Lokal terhadap Fisikokimia Daging Ayam Kampung : Sebuah Review
Authors: Fitria Dede , Chasanah Khoriatul , Anggita Erie , Novitasari Dian , Putri Yuliana Margaretha Kristiono
Published: August 2024

Ayam kampung memiliki peminat yang banyak karena memiliki kandungan nutrisi yang lebih baik dari ayam broiler. Daging ayam kampung memiliki tekstur yang lebih alot karena kandungan lemaknya lebih rendah daripada ayam lain. Penulisan artikel ini dilakukan untuk membandingkan dengan berbagai penelitian yang telah dilakukan terhadap pengaruh perlakuan marinasi berbagai bahan rempah dan non rempah terhadap sifat psikokimia daging ayam kampung. Penulisan ini menggunakan metode pengumpulan informasi dari berbagai literatur dan penelitian yang telah dilakukan. Bahan-bahan lokal yang berpengaruh terdiri dari bahan rempah dan non-rempah (daun, buah dan ekstrak tanaman lain). Daging ayam kampung yang direndam berbagai bahan lokal bermanfaat untuk meningkatkan keempukan daging.
PREPARO DO LEITO DA FERIDA POR MEIO DO DESBRIDAMENTO
Authors: Cerqueira Mina Caren , Da Silva Santos Everton , Silva Nascimento Viviani , De Sousa e Silva Marcia Danielle
Published: August 2024

Introdução: A higienização e o desbridamento são ferramentas que representam de forma conjunta uma etapa crucial para promover a transição da fase inflamatória para a fase proliferativa no processo de cicatrização de feridas. Objetivo: Investigar o que existe de evidência científica sobre o preparo do leito da ferida através do desbridamento. Método: Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura, realizada na base PubMed a partir da estratégia PICO tendo como questão norteadora de pesquisa: Quais evidências existem sobre os tipos de desbridamento e a efetividade no tratamento de feridas para a cicatrização? Foram incluídos todos os estudos disponíveis gratuitamente na íntegra, em português, inglês e espanhol, com um limite temporal de 5 anos e que no protocolo de tratamento foi utilizado alguma técnica de desbridamento para o preparo do leito da ferida. Resultados: A seleção de cinco artigos revelou uma ampla gama de abordagens de desbridamentos para os diferentes tipos de lesões, incluindo úlceras diabéticas, queimaduras e as úlceras de origem venosa ou mista. Em relação aos tipos de desbridamento foram encontrados os autolíticos, hidrocirúrgicos, instrumental conservador e de terapia larval para tratamento da lesão. Conclusão: A presente análise evidenciou uma variedade de técnicas eficazes em diferentes contextos clínicos, porém nem todos os tipos de desbridamento são acessíveis e viáveis para todos os tipos de paciente. Logo, é importante frisar que a condição clínica do paciente e a natureza de cada ferida são únicas e isso exigirá a individualização da terapia de desbridamento.
PENGARUH LITERASI KEUANGAN, KEMUDAHAN AKSES DAN KEMAJUAN TEKNOLOGI TERHADAP MINAT INVESTASI SAHAM SYARIAH
Authors: Novianti Irohdathul , Diana Nur , Sari Arista Fauzi Kartika
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menilai pengaruh literasi keuangan (X1), Kemudahan (X2) dan Kemajuan teknologi (X3) terhadap minat investasi baik secara parsial maupun simultan. Metode korelasional yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif. Populasi dalam penelitian ini ialah masyarkat Desa Toyomarto Kec. Singosari Kab. Malang sebanyak 96 masyarakat. Dalam penelitian ini, kuisioner digunakan sebagai metode pengumpulan data. Uji validitas dan uji reliabilitas digunakan untuk mengukur kinerja dari instrumen tersebut. Tidak hanya itu penelitian ini juga menggunakan Uji normalitas, Uji Multikolinearitas, Uji Heteroskedastisitas, Analisi Regresi Linier Berganda, Uji F, Uji R2, dan uji t. Hasil penelitan ini menunjukkan bahwa: (1) Minat berinvestasi saham syariah masyarakat desa Toyomarto, Kab. Malang berpengaruh secara simultan oleh literasi keuangan, kemudahan dan kemajuan teknologi. (2) literasi keuangan berpengaruh signifikan terhadap minat investasi saham syariah masyarakat desa Toyomarto, Kab. Malang. (3)  kemudahan teknologi berpengaruh signifikan terhadap minat investasi saham syariah masyarakat desa Toyomarto, Kab. Malang. (4) Kemajuan teknologi berpengaruh signifikan terhadap minat investasi saham syariah masyarakat desa Toyomarto, Kab. Malang.
THE INFLUENCE OF INCOME LEVEL, PROMOTION AND SERVICE QUALITY ON CUSTOMER DECISIONS IN CHOOSING SAVINGS PRODUCTS AT INDONESIAN SHARIA BANK
Authors: Silvia Silvia
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the level of income, promotion and service quality. and what is the impact on customers' decisions in choosing savings products (savings, deposits, current accounts) at Bank Syariah Indonesia. This research used 80 respondents who had become BSI customers and had BSI Savings Products in the Pandaan District Community. The method in this research is descriptive associative using a quantitative approach, with data collection carried out using questionnaires as the primary data source. This research analyzes data using the multiple linear regression method. The results of this research show that the Income Level variable has a positive and significant effect on customer decisions. Promotion variables have a positive and significant effect on customer decisions. And Variables Quality Service influential positive and significant to decision customers.
Geometric Approach for Solving First Order Non-homogenous Fuzzy Difference Equation
Authors:   Department of Applied Mathematics, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal, Haringhata 741249, West Bengal, India, Alamin Abdul , Rahaman Mostafijur ,   Department of Mathematics School of Liberal Arts & Sciences, Mohan Babu University, Tirupati, 517102, Andhra Pradesh, India, Mondal Sankar Prasad ,   Department of Applied Mathematics, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal, Haringhata 741249, West Bengal, India
Published: August 2024

Real-life scenario modeling with mathematics is very important nowadays. Depending upon system behavior, it may also model discrete systems in several cases. In discrete system modeling, the difference equation is one of the well-known methodologies. However, if some uncertain factors are involved in the discrete models, then uncertain difference equation concepts come into play. The fuzzy difference equation is one of them. The fuzzy difference equation is significant as it can represent variances of dependent variables in a discrete frame under uncertainty. In this paper, a first-order non-homogenous linear difference equation is considered under fuzzy uncertainty, a special kind of fuzzy difference equation. Here, a well-known fuzzy geometric approach is utilized to solve the mentioned first-order non-homogeneous fuzzy difference equation. An application, namely a fuzzy prescription for digoxin based on the fuzzy initial valued problem, is also discussed in numerical illustrations as a consequence of the proposed theory.
Josip Broz Tito u Nemačkoj Demokratskoj Republici 1965. godine
Authors: Dimić Lompar Natalija
Published: August 2024

Drawing on Yugoslav and German sources and literature, this paper analyzes the visit of Josip Broz Tito to the German Dem­ocratic Republic in June 1965. It deals with its prelude and prepa­rations, but also the reactions and consequences it made on the relations between Yugoslavia and the two German states. Special emphasis is placed on the factors surrounding Yugoslav leadership`s decision to arrange an official visit to East Berlin, and its place with­in the larger foreign political orientation of the three countries.
Publicističko-izdavački zavod „Jugoslavija“ i jugoslovenska propaganda u inostranstvu (1956–1962)
Authors: Savčić Luka
Published: August 2024

The article presents and analyzes the Publishing House “Yugoslavia”, which operated from 1956 to 1962, and was primarily responsible for foreign propaganda and the promotion of social­ist Yugoslavia around the world. Placed within the context of the global Cold War, the article provides an in-depth insight into the institution itself, its functioning, personnel policies, content, and main publications, while also revealing the entire system of Yugo­slav propaganda abroad. The research is primarily based on nu­merous unpublished archival materials, which clearly indicate the significant role of the Publishing House “Yugoslavia” in promoting the country in the late 1950s and early 1960s.
Razvoj civilne apotekarske službe na teritoriji Moravske banovine
Authors: Velojić Dalibor
Published: August 2024

This paper analyzes the development of pharmacy in the Morava Banovina region between 1929 and 1941. The growth of this service was demonstrated by the establishment of pharmacies in larger places and urban areas, and by the passing of laws intended to control the distribution of medications and prohibit illicit trading. The article was written using literature and materials from the Ministry of Social Policy and Public Health’s fund, which are stored in the Archives of Yugoslavia.
The Metaphorical Landscape of Sustainable AI: Exploring Technology Futures on Twitter
Authors: Wallenborn Johanna Teresa , Roßmann Maximilian Michael
Published: August 2024

This multimodal metaphor analysis of the ‘Sustainable AI’ discourse on Twitter uncovers the absence of a unified vision. Instead, the term functions as an umbrella term, attracting diverse actors and shedding light on various aspects of sustainability and AI. Our overview and discussion of the different metaphorical interpretations of both, AI and sustainability, indicate that ‘Sustainable AI’ underscores the transformative potential of integrating both concepts, yet also risks oversimplifying complex environmental issues, covering black-box applications, and promoting techno-solutionism. The study concludes that while ‘Sustainable AI’ can indeed harness the ongoing AI hype to prioritize sustainability, a critical examination is essential to navigating potential pitfalls when confronting the climate crisis.
Father-Separation and Well-Being in Forcibly Displaced Syrian Children
Authors: Eltanamly Hend , May Andrew , McEwen Fiona , Pluess Michael
Published: August 2024

Forcibly displaced children often experience separation from their parents, primarily fathers. Separation can be the result of father’s death, being forced to take part in military fighting, or fleeing in search for safety elsewhere. Children who grow up in such conditions experience the severe adversities of war and displacement, as well as separation from a key attachment figure. Despite the importance of attachment figures for children’s well-being, especially during times of heightened stress, the impact of separation due to various factors related to war and displacement has received little attention in empirical work. Findings from a sample of 1544 Syrian refugee children (Mage = 10.97, SD = 2.27) living in informal settlements in Lebanon with their mothers (Mage = 38.07, SD = 8.49), of which 367 were separated from their fathers, show that father-separated children were exposed to more war-related events, and lived in worse refugee environments. Structural equation modelling shows that beyond the direct relation of war exposure and quality of the refugee environment on well-being, father separation was uniquely related to more depressive symptoms and compromised self-development in children, but neither to anxiety or PTSD symptoms, nor to externalising problems. Maternal parenting did not explain the relation between father-separation and elevated depressive symptoms and poorer self-development, although it had a protective function for children’s well-being.
Rethinking travel time valuation in the light of environmental preferences
Authors: Rigal Stanislas , Tardieu Léa , Roussel Sébastien , Calvet Coralie , Vaissière Anne-Charlotte
Published: August 2024

Reducing travel time emerged as the most substantial benefit justifying transportation projects in cost-benefit analyses, overshadowing environmental costs linked to infrastructures. Although environmental externalities and associated costs are increasingly considered, direct inclusion of additional factors such as environmental preferences in the assessment of benefits, particularly in terms of value of travel time, remains to be explored. There are compelling reasons to consider that individuals may assign differing values to travel time based on ecological integration of a transport infrastructure. We illustrate, using a transportation infrastructure example featuring varying ecological integration, that the subjective value of travel time can be significantly influenced by individuals’ environmental preferences. We evaluate preferences through a national-scale choice experiment with trade-off between infrastructure ecological integration and travel time. A significant proportion of individuals is willing to forego travel time reductions for an infrastructure offering greater ecological integration. However, among individuals less connected to nature, the most disadvantaged appear to lack choice of sacrificing travel time to better accommodate ecological considerations, while a more affluent minority prefer not to take biodiversity into account when considering the impact on travel time. Environmental preferences are thus key factors to consider in transport project assessment, as ecological feature may impact the value attributed to travel time.
Mapping Inter-Regional Information Flow in the Murine Visual Cortex
Authors: Fagerholm Erik , Scott Gregory , Leech Robert , Turkheimer Federico , Friston Karl , Brázdil Milan
Published: August 2024

One of the main challenges in computational neuroscience is to map the ways in which information flows through the networks of the brain. We present an approach to this challenge by tracing inter-regional entropy transmission within the murine visual cortex. In particular, we show that the entropy associated with the Fokker-Planck equation can be decomposed into two components, where one accounts for inter-regional flow and the other describes a diffusive spread. Following a proof of principle simulation using synthetic data, we apply this entropy decomposition to calcium imaging data collected in the murine visual cortex, revealing distinct patterns of information flow across cortical regions. We show that there is a consistent lateral redistribution of information from central to peripheral areas and a posterior-medial flow of processed information from frontal regions to specialized sensory areas. These findings offer insight into the structured propagation of neural information, contributing to our understanding of the functional architecture of the murine visual cortex.
The impact of socio-psychosocial and benefit factors on cross-border purchasing behavior in Vietnam: A case study of goods from the United States
Authors: Trung Tran Thanh , Vinh Vo Xuan
Published: August 2024

The digital economy has bridged the gap between countries, making transaction activities more convenient. The trend of cross-border e-commerce has exploded in many countries, consumers can now easily access millions of products from various vendors worldwide by simply visiting e-commerce sites. This creates opportunities for Vietnamese consumers to have easier access to US goods, a country with a very high level of industry, industrialization and development. The objective of this study was to examine the determinants that influence the socio-psychological factors on cross-border purchasing behavior in Vietnam. This article is based on the realistic group conflict theory, social identity theory, and cognitive dissonance theory, and proposes a conceptual framework with 9 components and 13 research hypotheses. The analysis was conducted using a quantitative descriptive analysis, measuring variable dimensions on a questionnaire with a seven-point Likert scale, and utilizing partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to test the hypotheses. The research results, based on a survey of 1,041 consumers in Vietnam, show that there are five key factors that significantly impact the product judgments of consumers in Vietnam. These factors include consumer affinity, consumer cosmopolitanism, consumer ethnocentrism, price competitiveness, and product uniqueness. Additionally, there are four factors that play a crucial role in determining the level of trust that Vietnamese consumers have in a product. These factors are product judgments, consumer affinity, consumer cosmopolitanism, and consumer ethnocentrism. Finally, there are two factors (consumer trust and product judgments) that greatly influence the cross-border purchasing behavior of Vietnamese consumers. This understanding can then be used to develop marketing policies that improve the competitiveness of domestic enterprises compared to imported products.
Antizipation von Kontinuitäten: Joseph Weizenbaums Kritik an der Künstlichen Intelligenz als Zukunftsprognose
Authors: Strippel Christian
Published: August 2024

So verlockend es ist, sich beim Nachdenken über die Zukunft der Medien auf das zu konzentrieren, was sich alles ändern könnte, so notwendig ist es, auch die Kontinuitäten im Blick zu behalten, die (längst) Vergangenes in die Zukunft einschreiben und sie maßgeblich prägen. Der Beitrag zeigt dies am Beispiel von Joseph Weizenbaums Kritik an der Künstlichen Intelligenz aus den 1970er Jahren, die im Zuge des Hypes um ChatGPT und andere generative KI wieder an Aktualität gewonnen hat, obwohl sie über 50 Jahre alt ist. Weizenbaums Kritik kann somit als Antizipation der Zukunft durch Projektion der kritisierten Gegenwart gelesen werden, die von der Möglichkeit ihrer Kontinuität ausgehen musste. Der Beitrag schließt mit einer Diskussion, was dies für die Auseinandersetzung mit der Zukunft von KI – und der Kritik an ihr – bedeutet.
The Development of Polarization: An Ecological Systems Approach
Authors: Corbett Bethany , Neal Jennifer Watling , Wood Lara , Xu Jing , Scholz Christin , Kornbluh Mariah E. , Corriveau Kathleen H. , Flynn Emma , Dautel Jocelyn
Published: August 2024

Polarization limits cooperation between groups and prolongs intergroup conflict. In this article, we consider the potential developmental origins of polarization (e.g., preferential endorsement and transmission of ingroup enhancing narratives). We argue that much of the existing literature focuses on individual-level variation. Yet, effectively understanding how and when polarization may emerge additionally requires an examination of broader multi-level influences (e.g., social networks, dominant educational practices, and cultural norms). We provide a conceptual framework of how this may be done, and provide examples of emerging methodologies that can capture influences on the development of polarization across the child’s social ecological system. By examining interactions between individual-level variation, and broader context, researchers may develop more specified interventions and policy recommendations.
Sign-elevation angle rigidity and its application to bearing-only formation control in agents' local frames
Authors: Garanayak Chinmay , Mukherjee Dwaipayan
Published: August 2024

In this paper, we propose sign-elevation angle rigidity and design bearing-only control laws in agents' local coordinate frames without any orientation synchronization or estimation algorithms. Moreover, we also establish almost global stability results for formation control, with elevation angle measurements that can be obtained using bearing-only sensors in the agents' local frames.  Elevation angle rigidity-based control laws can only guarantee local stability results, and existing results do not address flip, flex, and reflection ambiguities that can arise in elevation angle rigid configurations. Hence, we first establish the theory of sign-elevation angle rigidity to uniquely characterize formation shapes, up to translation and rotation, by employing elevation angle and signed-area constraints for planar frameworks, while for 3-D frameworks, elevation angle constraints along with signed-volume constraints are used. Then, we propose control laws for single integrators and prove almost global stabilization to the desired formation shapes using bearing-only measurements when the desired formation is obtained by triangulated sub-formations for 2-D graphs and tetrahedral sub-formations for 3-D graphs. Control laws for non-holonomic agents are also analyzed. Finally, simulations are provided to validate the obtained results.
Police professionalism, critical thinking and public order training
Authors: Hill Steve
Published: August 2024

The professionalisation of policing in the UK has evolved significantly, especially since 2012, with structural changes like the establishment of the College of Policing and the introduction of Police and Crime Commissioners. This paper explores the role of critical thinking in UK police public order training and its potential to enhance police professionalism. It examines professionalism through sociological frameworks, aligning the National Decision Model (NDM) used in police training with academic models such as Burch’s Learning Stages of Competence and Leicester’s Four Habits of Thought. The paper argues that embedding critical thinking within public order training enhances ethical decision making, problem solving, and adaptability, thereby reinforcing professional standards. It also considers the impact of recent changes in police entry routes, including a non degree pathway, on the ongoing professionalisation of the police service. Ultimately, the integration of critical thinking into training is deemed essential for advancing UK policing's professionalisation.
Devising multi-level strategies of post-crisis recovery and resilience
Authors: Capati Andrea , Giusti Maria , Thatcher Mark
Published: August 2024

This policy brief draws on REGROUP’s research outputs on the EU’s and member states’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic and puts forward a set of policy recommendations for EU policymakers on how to handle future crises. To do so, the paper identifies three main lines of investigation on which REGROUP’s work is being conducted – a) EU governance and policies, b) democracy and legitimacy in the EU and c) EU actorness on the global stage. For each of these lines of investigation, the paper discusses contributions from the REGROUP consortium in the form of research papers, external publications and current projects. Finally, based on research findings for each of these dimensions, the policy brief concludes by setting out policy recommendations about possible changes to help the EU to navigate emergency politics in the future.
Mathematical Modeling and Dynamic System in Epidemiology
Authors: Bhatta Raghu Bir , Rijal Bikash
Published: August 2024

Pandemics have been happening on the planet since the days of yore. It is troublesome in the old pandemics however pandemics of the later beginning have passed on certain messages. These significant examples ought to be acknowledged sincerely for confronting all the more skillfully in the accompanying pandemics. They have raised a ruckus around town since early times. It has been found that Nepal did not have connectivity with the pandemics in the past. It is only in the Corona pandemic that Nepal has also been a part of the whole globe. Our investigation focuses on historical aspects of bio-epidemiological mathematical surveys. Historical background of epidemics, their parallel situation in Nepal, and their correlation with mathematical modeling have been provided. Different dynamical systems used in epidemiology are mentioned. This study has also emphasized on deterministic modeling, and different disease transmission rates applied to the population dynamics of infectious diseases.
Teachers' Practices on Using CRA Approach in Teaching Grade Ten Mathematics
Authors: Bohara Puskar Singh
Published: August 2024

The mathematical concept examines the connection between prior mathematical learning experiences and new information. Similarly, increased learner interest fosters a positive attitude toward mathematics. To improve teaching methods, teachers must understand current teacher practices. The CRA strategy includes three stages—concrete, representational, and abstract, to enhance conceptual learning and encourage active participation in teaching. In online journals, e-library (TU and KU), and Google scholars, I did not find any research study regarding practice of CRA approach in grade ten mathematics, especially in context of Nepal.  So, this study aims to investigate how secondary mathematics teachers apply the CRA approach. The research question is: How do secondary-level mathematics teachers use concrete materials, representations, and abstract symbols in their instruction?The paper is based on qualitative research, involving interviews with five secondary mathematics teachers from different schools, each with at least five years of experience, and classroom observations to gather data on the use of the CRA pedagogical strategy. Data was collected through classroom observations, in-depth teacher interviews, and the author's personal teaching experiences. The interviews and other data were transcribed, categorized, themed, and analyzed to derive interpretations and findings (Saldana, 2016). It was discovered that most teachers implement the CRA approach in various ways, influenced by factors such as school environment, educational policy, curriculum content, student and parent characteristics, teacher abilities and experience, and available resources. Ultimately, for comprehensive learner development, teachers must be mindful of their pedagogy, content, and instructional materials to enhance learning in their subjects.
A Comprehensive SWOT Analysis of Pangasius Production in Kailali District, Nepal
Authors: Bhatta Dharma Dev , Pant Khem Raj , Sapkota Liladhar , Upadhyay Govinda
Published: August 2024

Pangasius farming has become a vital part of Nepal's aquaculture sector, particularly in the Kailali district. This research conducts a comprehensive SWOT analysis to identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats associated with Pangasius production in this region. The analysis draws on quantitative and qualitative data collected from local fish farmers, highlighting the economic and environmental factors influencing the industry. The findings suggest significant potential for growth but also emphasize the need for strategic initiatives to address existing challenges and ensure sustainable development. Policy implications include increased government support, improved market structures, and development of strategic interventions to enhance sustainability and competitiveness.
Balanced Scorecard to Attain Strategic Goal in the Manufacturing Industries in Kailali, District
Authors: Adhikari Tek Bahadur
Published: August 2024

Balance Scorecard (BSC) is an emergent strategic management accounting technique that supports in making strategic planning and performances evaluation. This study's primary objective is to assess decision makers' familiarity with BSC and the extent of application by the managers to achieve their organizational strategic goals. The study used a descriptive and causal comparative research design.  Primary data were collected through a structured 5 points likert scale questionnaire and 26 manufacturing companies in the Kailali district having higher annual turnover ware taken as sample using convenience sampling technique. The findings show that four dimensions of BSC (learning & growth, internal business process, Customer perspective and financial growth) have moderate correlation with each other. Decision makers are supposed to be familiar with BSC dimensions but overall impact of BSC- dimensions and their implication in the industries to attain strategic efficiency and effectiveness is insignificant. Decision-makers in all types of business organizations can be benefited from knowing the implications of BSC-dimensions. The strategic management accounting (SMA) community places a high priority on managerial staff members' understanding about BSC.
Nexus of Inflation, Governance and Corruption Control of Nepal: A Quantile Autoregressive Distributed Lag Analysis
Authors: Gajurel Ram Prasad , Rai Arjun , Poudel Tanka Mani
Published: August 2024

Corruption is a stigma of democracy. In Nepal, corruption is typically attributed to inflation and poor governance. This paper intends to examine the nexus of inflation and governance on corruption control, using the time series data from 1996 to 2021. The paper has employed the ordinary least squares (OLS) and quantile auto regressive distributed lag (QARDL) models where the QARDL model adeptly handles structural breaks and non-normal data, offering subtle insights into the diverse impacts of inflation and governance on corruption. The OLS results revealed that increases in inflation were beneficial in combating corruption, with regulatory quality and political stability indicators having a similar impact. The findings of QARDL revealed that inflation’s effect on corruption in the short run varies, shifting from exacerbation to mitigation across quantiles. Furthermore, the results indicated that the rule of law and political stability effectively combated corruption, while regulatory quality and voice and accountability yielded mixed results. The long-run QARDL result revealed that specific quantiles of inflation, political stability, and rule of law were effective in combating corruption, whereas higher-order quantiles of regulatory quality and voice and accountability could contribute to corruption, along with certain levels of employment, broad money supply, and GDP which improved corruption control in Nepal. Policymakers should prioritize moderate inflation, enhance governance, strengthen regulations, engage citizens, and accelerate employment and economic growth opportunities to control corruption in Nepal.
Organizational Structure and its Impact on Performance
Authors: Acharya Kaphle Sushmita
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this study is to seek the impact of organizational structure on  performance of local government. The establishment and functioning of appropriate organizational structures and processes at the grassroots levels is crucial for addressing the local needs and aspirations. This study analyses organizational structure from three different perspectives such as (i) Centralization, ii. Formalization, and iii. Specialization and has an impact on organizational performance. Following a pragmatic approach, this study applied a mixed methods research design incorporating in-depth interviews with local government officials. The findings prevail the facts that there exists a lesser extent of differentiation in municipality, and organization structure is found to have a low pace of support to the organizational performance and employees are demanding for a more supportive environment and role clarity. The study shows that even today the municipality office has not been able to promote the downward accountability in the organizations as expected. A local governance realization in improving performance highly depends on the skills and motivation of its workforce and team spirit. Employee involvement in decision making creates bonds for commitment and performance. In the overall picture, organization structure is somehow urging towards organizational performance. So far, the majority of respondents are positive towards the role played by municipalities for local development.
Chandipura virus outbreak in India: A tropical nightmare
Authors: Banerjee Indrajit , Robinson Jared , Roy Bedanta , Upreti Dipesh , Singh Ashok Pratap , Banerjee Indraneel
Published: August 2024

Chandipura virus (CHPV) is currently implicated in outbreaks of viral encephalitis in rural India. The current outbreak in India has grown to 59 cases, 51 of which have been reported from Gujarat and the remaining from Rajasthan. It is of the utmost importance that all relevant health authorities carefully monitor the ongoing situation to bolster and protect international health security and ensure it is not compromised.
Chandipura virus causes febrile disease. After the febrile phase, patients begin to present with neurological symptoms, as the virus is neurotropic in nature and results in encephalitis. No specific treatment for CHPV is available, and the management of cases is chiefly by symptomatic treatment.
The Chandipura virus may have global implications. It is of global importance that the relevant authorities handle Chandipura and prevent further transmission.
Homestay Services for Tourism Industry
Authors: Dahal Madhav Prasad
Published: August 2024

Home stay is a kind of tourism development model which provides local lifestyle, culture and tradition to the visitors. At present situation, it is impossible to maintain sustainable home stay tourism unless the visitors are satisfied. To overcome this condition, this research aims to find out the link between tourists’ satisfaction and sustainable Homestay. This article attempts to assess the economic contribution of Homestay of investigating area on the descriptive and exploratory research design. Data collection for this research work homestays were selected randomly from Panauti municipality and Bethanchok rural municipality of Kavrepalnchok district. The result based on statistics reflects the significant increase in income and expenditure of home stay managers in the study area. The savings and credits behavior of the local people will be evaluated through this research. This research will be focused on two aspects of sustainable home stay tourism i.e. tourism for economic sustainability and tourist pleasure. The respondents for this research have been taken from different cultural and religious backgrounds. Finally, the researcher believe that this study includes a meaningful conclusion, theoretical and managerial consequences as well as future research directions for the contribution of home stays to promote tourism industry. The result of this study assists for the policy makers and local government to allocate the budget for enhancing the local tourism industry with the help of home stay services
Risiko Usahatani Tembakau di Daerah Hilir Bengawan Solo Kabupaten Bojonegoro
Authors: Pamungkas Alfian Bayu , Rahayu Endang Siti , Antriyandarti Ernoiz
Published: August 2024

Tembakau merupakan tanaman perkebunan yang berpotensi dalam membantu pertumbuhan ekonomi di Indonesia. Salah satu daerah yang menjadi penghasil tembakau berada di Kabupaten Bojonegoro yang merupakan salah satu daerah di hilir sungai Bengawan solo yang rentan terhadap banjir. Hal tersebut menjadi faktor penyebab adanya risiko usahatani tembakau di Kabupaten Bojonegoro. Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk mengetahui tingkat biaya dan pendapatan usahatani tembakau, tingkat risiko produksi, harga, dan pendapatan usahatani tembakau, serta upaya penanggulangan risiko usahatani tembakau di daerah hilir Bengawan Solo Kabupaten Bojonegoro. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif dan analitis. Lokasi penelitian ditentukan secara purposive. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan secara random dengan 100 petani. Data pada penelitian ini meliputi data primer dan sekunder. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan metode observasi, wawancara, dan pencatatan. Tingkat risiko usahatani dianalisis dengan rumus koefisien variasi (CV). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan biaya usahatani tembakau dalam satu musim tanam sebesar Rp12.565.350/usahatani dan Rp 24.210.694/ha. Rata-rata pendapatan petani tembakau sebesar Rp7.666.943/usahatani dan Rp14.772.529/ha. Nilai CV risiko produksi dan pendapatan per usahatani sebesar 0,42 dan 0,47 artinya bahwa petani tembakau menanggung risiko yang rendah. Nilai CV risiko produksi dan pendapatan/ha sebesar 0,53 dan 0,54 artinya petani tembakau menanggung risiko yang tinggi. Nilai CV risiko harga sebesar 0,02. Upaya penanggulangan risiko meliputi menentukan waktu tanam yang tepat, memberikan fungisida pada tanaman tembakau, melakukan penyemprotan pestisida daun tembakau. menghindari penggunaan pupuk urea yang berlebih, memperhatikan lama waktu penyimpanan daun, dan menggunakan tenaga kerja dalam keluarga. Saran yang dapat diberikan adalah petani tembakau diharapkan untuk memperhatikan alokasi penggunaan input, memperhatikan waktu penyimpanan, dan mengurangi biaya yang dikeluarkan terutama biaya tenaga kerja.
Analisis Persepsi Konsumen dalam Pembelian Produk Otak-Otak Bandeng di Kabupaten Lamongan: Pendekatan IPA dan CSI
Authors: Anam M. Khairul , Muntalim Muntalim , Wulandari Suci
Published: August 2024

Analisis mengenai persepsi dan perilaku konsumen dalam pembelian produk olahan perikanan, seperti otak-otak Bandeng di Kabupaten Lamongan, memiliki peran yang krusial dalam merancang strategi pemasaran dan segmentasi pasar yang tepat. Tujuan utama dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi tingkat kepentingan setiap atribut produk dan mengukur tingkat kepuasan konsumen terhadap otak-otak Bandeng. Metode yang digunakan dalam analisis ini adalah Important Performance Analysis (IPA) dan Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI). Hasil analisis IPA menunjukkan bahwa secara keseluruhan, kinerja produk memiliki rata-rata skor sebesar 3.08, sedangkan tingkat kepentingannya mencapai rata-rata skor 3.44. Dalam matriks IPA, atribut ketersediaan stok menunjukkan tingkat kepentingan yang tinggi namun kinerjanya rendah (kuadran I). Atribut penyajian, kemasan, waktu pelayanan, dan ukuran memiliki tingkat kepentingan tinggi dan kinerja yang baik (kuadran II). Sementara itu, atribut seperti rasa, harga, kualitas, keamanan, dan kepercayaan memiliki tingkat kepentingan dan kinerja yang rendah sehingga memerlukan perbaikan (kuadran III). Atribut kemudahan bertransaksi dianggap kurang penting dan tidak perlu peningkatan (kuadran IV). Hasil perhitungan Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) menunjukkan bahwa tingkat kepuasan konsumen terhadap pembelian otak-otak Bandeng mencapai nilai 68.5%, yang berada dalam rentang 0.66 hingga 0.80. Ini mengindikasikan bahwa konsumen merasa puas dengan produk tersebut. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi penting dengan menyajikan alternatif atribut yang dapat digunakan oleh konsumen dalam memutuskan pembelian produk otak-otak Bandeng, baik melalui saluran offline maupun online.