bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Empowering Retail Intelligence
Authors: Mishra Aditya
Published: April 2024

Abstract: Employing a mixed-methods approach, the study combines quantitative data from a survey and qualitative data from interviews with marketing professionals. Survey results demonstrate that personalized marketing messages based on sentiment analysis lead to a significant increase in customer engagement (click-through rate, purchase intent) and positive brand perception compared to generic campaigns. Qualitative interviews with marketing professionals reveal the potential of AI sentiment analysis for gaining deeper customer insights and tailoring marketing content, promotions, and ad creation..
Leveraging YOLO Algorithm and PaddleOCR in Machine Learning Applications
Authors: Chopra Sarvesh
Published: April 2024

Abstract: This research is about implementation of the YOLO algorithm in PaddleOCR and several aspect of machine learning. The mention discusses this technology integration and way they have worked to accomplish the tasks and the expected use on the real world scenarios. The paper accomplishes this by extensively analysing the literature and doing deliberate experimentation. Insights that will give on algorithm effectiveness and challenges are also captured in this paper. Contemporary computer vision systems that leverage efficient machine learning approaches like YOLO (You Only Look Once) and PaddleOCR have expanded in almost every industrial sector. The paper is concerned with the integration of these algorithms in the wide programs and consequential effect on the practical field. A systemic reading of up to date literature and experimental analysis is done by this paper to bring out this vital aspect of their usage, the challenges as well as their prospects in the future
Growth of cocoa seedlings affected by application of zeolite-cocopeat-manure mixture as soil conditioner enriched by Trichoderma sp.
Authors: Zakariyya Fakhrusy , Puspitasari Niken , Nur’aini Febrilia
Published: April 2024

The objective of this research was to study the effect of soil conditioner in different dosage levels enriched by Trichoderma sp. on cocoa seedling growth and biomass. This research was conducted in glass house Kaliwining,Experimental Station of Indonesian Coffee and Cocoa Research Institute (ICCRI), Jember, East Java, with rainfall type of D (Schmidt & Ferguson) with relatively flat topography at altitude 45 m above sea level. Complete Randomized Design using four treatments, i. e. no application of soil conditioner (control), the application of 200 grams, 400 grams, and 600 grams/polybags of soil conditioner, with 5 replications and 5 subsamples was engaged for this research. Trichoderma sp. as endophytic fungus has been detected highest in the soil conditioner that enriched with Trichoderma sp. The result of the research was the application of soil conditioner alone or combined with Trichoderma sp. could increase plant growth and plant biomass. This research finding was the addition of Trichoderma sp. with soil conditioner increased the plant growth doubled than soil conditioner alone.
Identification of volatile organic compound of oil palm plants infected with Ganoderma sp.
Authors: Kresnawaty Irma , Sri Mulyatni Agustin , Eris Deden Dewantara , Panji Tri , Widiastuti Happy , Triyana Kuwat
Published: April 2024

The success of controlling basal stem rot (BSR) disease caused by Ganoderma sp. is mostly determined by the early detection of the fungi. Hence, when the signs of infection begin to appear, plants are generally difficult to rescue since the pathogen infection has spread widely to all parts of the plant. Therefore, early detection through the application of biosensors for Ganoderma sp. infection is absolutely necessary. This study aim was to identify biomarker compounds of Ganoderma sp. infection in oil palm plants with GC-MS for volatile compounds, and LC-MS for non-volatile compounds. The results showed that Ganoderma sp. mycelium produced pyrimidinamine compounds. Meanwhile in early infected nursery plants, were found benzo[h]quinoline, hexaoxa-7,9,11-trisilaheptad, tris-(trimethyl-silyl ester and methyl-tris(trimethyl-siloxy)-silane). Whereas in Bekri, Rejosari, and Adolina plantation, the compound methyl-tris(trimethyl-siloxy)-silane was also found in healthy mature plants. GC-MS test results showed that for early, moderate and severe plants produced several benzene derivative compounds such as ethylbenzene, xylene, and benzaldehyde. These compounds were assumed to be resulted from the breakdown of the lignin structure which build plant cell walls, and have potency to be used as marker compounds for early infected Ganoderma sp. detection. The result of the produced gas quantification concluded that in the produced oil palm plants released less CO2 compared to healthy plants. On the other hand, the NH3 produced was higher than the healthy plants. Meanwhile, two non-volatile compounds were found  that  they  were  only  produced  by  infected trunk and root tissue, namely pseudobrucine and picrasidine.
In silico study: molecular docking of SARS-Cov-2 endoribonuclease on active compounds of Gmelina arborea Roxb. bark
Authors: Shobiroh Nuur'Alimah  , Agnia Nurul Jannati  , Ambarsari Laksmi , Syamsul Falah
Published: April 2024

Infection by SARS-CoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) triggers COVID-19 disease of the respiratory tract similar to pneumonia. The virus encodes four structural proteins and 16 non-structural proteins (nsp), one of which includes nsp15 or endoribonuclease (NendoU). NendoU plays an important role in viral replication and transcription and reduces the stimulation of immune cell responses. Active compounds in Gmelina arborea Roxb. bark have antioxidant properties that can inhibit the NendoU activity of SARS-CoV-2. This study aims to analyze the potential of compounds from Gmelina arborea Roxb. bark in inhibiting SARS-CoV-2 NendoU within in silico using the YASARA structure application. Balnophonin is the best test ligand based on binding ΔG value, dissociation constant (Kd), prediction of physicochemical characteristics, pharmacokinetics, and toxicity. Therefore, balanophonin can be developed as an effective alternative drug to inhibit SARS CoV-2 NendoU.
Legal Dilemma for Land Deed Officials in Transferring Land Title Within Agrarian Reform in Indonesia: A Study in Aceh Province
Authors: Rahmah Siti , Jalil Husni , Kadir M.Yakub Aiyub
Published: April 2024

The agrarian reform policy in Indonesia is expected to reduce inequality in land ownership and control, provide legal certainty and reduce land disputes by making various changes to legislation and government policies. This article aims to explore the dilemma of transferring land rights in Indonesia in terms of legal certainty and justice for Land Deed Making Officials (Pejabat Pembuat Akta Tanah/PPAT) who have often faced legal proceedings, referring to cases in Aceh Province, Indonesia. This research uses empirical juridical methods with a case study approach, data collection techniques, interviews, observation and document study. The results of the research show that Land Deed Making Officials have a high legal risk in transferring land rights in Indonesia, especially if there are deviations, errors or mistakes in the procedures for making deeds, so that Land Deed Making Officials are held administratively, civilly and criminally responsible. This problem occurs because of differences in interpretation regarding PPAT's obligation to carry out field verification, lack of legal protection, and lack of village-based land data. This study offers new insights into strengthening customary land database institutions at the village level supported by the National Land Agency. So, this offer helps unravel the complexity of the land transfer process and offers a potential solution for better justice for Land Deed Making Officials under the Jokowi government's agrarian reform, and guarantees justice and certainty for land owners, as a way to achieve the welfare of the people in Indonesia.
The Existence of Non Muslim Minority in Aceh, Indonesia: A Study Civil and Police Institution
Authors: Mustaqilla Safira , Abdullah Irwan , Ichwan Moch. Nur , Lailatussaadah Lailatussaadah
Published: April 2024

The implementation of Islamic law in Aceh had impact for the existence of non-Muslim minority groups. Even though they are guaranteed freedom to worship, harmony and protected, and can live side by side with the Aceh society, on the other hand, they are also feeling the impact of sharia. These implications are experienced by Christian women, not only among civil groups, but also police institutions. This article aims to complement the shortcomings of previous research, by mapping the relationships that existed between Muslim and non-Muslim groups in Aceh during the implementation of Islamic sharia. The research question is, how do these implications occur and why public space is limited for them. This research was conducted in Banda Aceh involving six informants and some were women, civil society groups and several police institutions, namely three Christian policewomen, through in-depth interviews and using several references related to the research subject. The results of the study indicated that, first, there are social spaces that have an impact on non-Muslim groups because they live in areas of Islamic sharia that require them to receive these regulations, such as the obligation to wear the veil for students, teachers and policewomen in police agencies. Then, there are limited facilities for worship, including for policewomen to provide spiritual guidance. Apart from that, there is little access to public space in government, which occurs among non-Muslim minority children who would like to develop their talents, as well as employees and in police agencies who could not develop their careers perfectly. This happens because they cannot have opportunities like the people of Aceh who are the "hosts". In this case, the government must be able to harmonize laws, including for minority groups in Aceh. It is hoped that the results of this research could adding references regarding the importance of increasing awareness and fostering the values of tolerance.
Bullying on Social Media: Primitive Behavior Against Prophetic Marchals From A Hadith Ahkam Perspective
Authors: Ahmad La Ode Ismail , Ali Muhammad , Mirwan Mirwan , Sakka Abdul Rahman , Mosiba Risna
Published: April 2024

This article aims to outline some prophetic instructions regarding social interaction to avoid bullying behavior. This study uses a normative qualitative method, namely analyzing hadiths related to bullying with an ahkam hadith perspective.  This study concludes that bullying behavior from the perspective of hadith is: 1) The Hadith narrated by Ibn Majah generally explains how the Prophet's Hadith views bullying as leading to degrading behavior. This is obtained from the word ihtiqarwhich has a correlation in meaning with the orientation of bullying behavior itself, namely degrading. Then a complete reading of the hadith narrated by Imam Muslim adds an explanation of indications of bullying behavior such as envy, hatred, belittling and tyrannizing other people. These attitudes are the seeds of hostility and division between people; 2) The basic idea of Ibn Majah's hadith number 3203 is the value of humanism, namely the effort to maintain a humane attitude towards fellow humans in any situation and condition. In the previous comprehensive thematic study, it was also sufficient to contribute to the conclusion of the basic idea of the hadith studied, namely explaining the consequences for perpetrators of bullying both verbally and physically. This spirit is in line with the spirit of humanism which condemns all kinds of acts of harassment or degrading towards fellow human beings. Therefore, in the perspective of ahkam hadith there is a need for preventive measures in order to prevent or overcome this act of bullying; 3) The preventive measures offered by this hadith are: a) providing spiritual awareness of the importance of preventing bullying early, b) supporting cooperation and breaking the cycle of conflict, c) eliminating inferiority for victims of bullying and honing assertive skills.
Predicting Diabetes Disease Using Data Mining Classification Algorithms and Comparison of Algorithm Performances
Authors: ARSLANKAYA Seher , Saltan YAŞLI Gülsüm
Published: April 2024

Data is always produced everywhere in the universe. In our globalizing world, where the internet is rapidly spreading, countless data set examples can be given. We produce data when we shop at a bookstore, make a transfer from our bank account, travel with an airline, or get tested in a hospital. Test results of hospital patients, production reports of a manufacturing factory, and exam results of students are examples of data sets. This data pile grows daily, and the data has no meaning. Data gains meaning by being processed by various tools and transformed into information. Today, information has become the most incredible power. In this study, a prediction study of diabetic patients was made with ten different algorithms from classification methods, one of the data mining methods. At the end of the prediction study, the algorithms' performances were compared. The unique aspect of this study is that the performance of the algorithms is compared by making predictions with ten different classification methods instead of just one or a few classification methods.
Análisis dinámico de una microrred DC considerando el modelo de carga ZIP para vehículos eléctricos
Authors: Yepes Juan Pablo , Sosapanta Salas Joseph , Saldarriaga Zuluaga Sergio , Zuluaga Ríos Carlos
Published: April 2024

La transición energética conlleva cambios en las dinámicas de prestación del servicio de energía eléctrica y la inserción de nuevas tecnologías. Dentro de estas tecnologías se encuentran las microrredes DC, las cuales, comparadas con las redes tradicionales, presentan mayor eficiencia energética, menores costos de instalación y mantenimiento, y permiten la integración simple de fuentes renovables. Esta investigación tuvo como objetivo el análisis dinámico de estabilidad de pequeña señal para una microrred DC. La metodología empleada utilizó el método de integración Runge Kutta y la herramienta Matlab/Simulink. Esta microrred DC se planea construir en una Institución de Educación Superior de Colombia, e integra diferentes fuentes de energía, como solar, eólica, sistemas de almacenamiento y también vehículos eléctricos. Se examinó la respuesta dinámica de la microrred DC considerando diferentes condiciones operativas de generación y carga, y también distintos escenarios de penetración de los vehículos eléctricos. Los resultados mostraron que, para asegurar la estabilidad del sistema ante variaciones en la demanda, es imprescindible mantener la red eléctrica en funcionamiento permanente, ya que esta aporta la potencia necesaria que la microrred no puede suministrar durante los momentos de mayor demanda. Además, la red eléctrica desempeña un rol vital en la regulación del voltaje en la barra DC cuando las cargas aumentan. Por lo tanto, para garantizar la estabilidad de la microrred en diversos escenarios de operación y niveles de demanda, la conexión con la red eléctrica resulta esencial.
Utilization of the Educational Environment as Media Learning in the 2013 Curriculum Implementation
Authors: Lestari Sri
Published: April 2024

This research aims to explore the use of the school environment as a learning medium in the context of implementing the 2013 Curriculum in class IV at SDN 55/1 Sridadi. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data was collected through observation, interviews and documentation. The research results show that teachers have actively used the school environment and used items as effective learning resources, by applying a scientific approach to increase student interaction and involvement in learning. The uniqueness of this approach is that it integrates the concept of a scientific approach from the 2013 Curriculum with the use of the school environment as a learning medium, which provides a more comprehensive and involved learning experience for students. The implications of this research are increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of learning as well as developing a learning environment that is more conducive to students' holistic development. In addition, these findings also open up space for further research in developing learning strategies that are relevant to the context of the school environment, which can enrich students' learning experiences and improve the overall quality of education.
PENGEMBANGAN SKILL DAN KOMPETENSI TIK GURU MATEMATIKA DAN IPA KOTA JAMBI MELALUI e-TUTORIAL BERBASIS KEBUTUHAN GURU(TEACHERâ€™S NEED)
Authors: Marzal Jefri
Published: April 2024

To improve the quality of learning, the government has attempted to facilitate school with equipment Information and Communication Technology (ICT), such as the procurement of computer labs, school computer connection to the Internet, and increase the skills of teachers in computer operationalize. In fact, only a few teachers who use computers for a whole series of teaching, starting from the use of computers to plan instruction, learning activities and evaluation of learning. The research reveals the teacher's perception of the skills and knowledge, and determine the factors that influence the control of teachers in ICT. Furthermore, this study also develops a tutorial www.etiktutor.org website dedicated to teachers who want to improve their knowledge and ICT skills through online tutorials. The survey results in this study show turns the ability of ICT teachers are categorized Jambi, and the factors that most influence on teachers' ICT capability is the availability of ICT tools and teacher access to participate in ICT education. Furthermore, the website tutorial tutorial materials based on the needs of teachers has received a very positive perception of teachers, where they say that www.etiktutor.org website is very useful to improve the knowledge and ability of mathematics teacher ICT and science high school in the city of Jambi.
Keyword: communication technology competence, e-tutorial
PENGEMBANGAN MODUL PEMBELAJARAN SOSILOGI BERMEDIA VISUAL MAHASISWA STIKES HARAPAN IBU JAMBI
Authors: Hamdani Hamdani , Khairinal Khairinal , Emosda Emosda
Published: April 2024

This study aims to develop a sociology of media visual learming modules that can facilitate learning students in sociology courses. The use of sociology of learning modules developed have special guality compared with not using a module, so as to facilitate student learning sociology courses.
Researeh is the development of Dick and Carey model as for the procedures in the development of this research are as follows: analysis of the potential and problems, data collection, productdesign, product validation, 2 (two) experts are skilled instructional design and materials expert, and then implement the revised of the design has been validated, tested on a limited group, has revised the product, conduct field trials, and then revise the product back, and the final stage is a product of module development sociology.
The results showed that the overall learning modules developed having good criterion with an average of 3.88 based upon the response and course student learning outcomes of public health sciences major goals in learning.The results can be concluded that the learning module that was developed a learning module using visual media for teaching sociology is easy to use as a learning module on the subject of sociology studies of public health sciences programmed STIKES Harapan Ibu Jambi.
As for the suggestions from the results of data analysis in this development was before the development of learning modules mediated visual sociology, should show the problems that have public health science study programs so that the resulting product can be optimally used and for further development, preferably in added the material development of learning modules using visual media.
PENGARUH MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN BERBASIS POWERPOINT DAN KECERDASAN EMOSIONAL TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN MENULIS DESKRIPTIF SISWA KELAS VII SMPN 8 MUARO JAMBI
Authors: Puspayanti Puspayanti , Saharudin Saharudin , Budiyono Herman
Published: April 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of the use of Instructional Media Powerpoint- Based and emotional intelligence on descriptive writing skill of Junior High School students number eight Muaro Jambi class seven. This is quantitative with quasi-experimental study which was conducted in two classes, VII D class as the experimental class (has treatment) and class VII F as a control class (has no treatment) . Overall results of the research showed that there is no effect of the use of instructional media powerpoint-based and emotional intelligence on descriptive writing skill of Junior High School students class seven at 95% level of significant. This is because of three hypotheses proposed, only one hypothesis stated that H1 received. The rest, hypothesis two and three H0 received. The results of hypotheses testing to hypotheses one, two, and three, are: (1) There is an effect of instructional media powerpoint-based on descriptive writing skill of Junior High School students, (2) There is no effect of emotional intelligence on descriptive writing skill of Junior High School students, (3) There is no interaction between instructional media powerpoint-based and emotional intelligence. It is true that the result of hypothesis testing on hypothesis one that there is an effect of instructional media powerpoint-based, but the effect is not significant.
Keyword: media-based learning powerpoint, emotional intelligence, the ability to write descriptive
PENGEMBANGAN BAHAN AJAR IPS TERPADU BERKARAKTER SMP KELAS VII SEMESTER I
Authors: Simanjuntak Tianna , Idrus Ali , Muazza Muazza
Published: April 2024

The use of instructional materials in the learning process in the classroom is paramount for teaching materials is one of the factors that affect the improvement of the quality of learning. Similarly, in the study of Social Sciences (IPS) in the Junior High School (SMP) has some problems, such as: its not integrated teaching materials or teaching social studies mostly still carried out separately. Research aims: (1) describe the product development process of teaching materials such as books of Social Sciences (IPS) integrated characterless, (2) describe the use of an integrated social studies teaching material characterless. Models development of teaching materials using the model of Dick and Carey (1994), while the steps are: (1) set a goal of learning, (2) analysis of learning, (3) identify the child's abilities and characteristics of students, (4) formulate specific goals, (5) developing test items, (6) develop learning strategies, (7) develop and choose the subject matter, (8) to design and conduct formative evaluation, (9) revise the learning. The average acquisition individual trials on the effectiveness of instructional materials is 79%, a small group test the effectiveness of teaching materials is 84.2%. Student pretest value reached 52.5% at the posttest value of 100% or the overall student has achieved the minimum completeness criteria (KKM). While to a large group of placement test, which means 80% proven effective teaching materials. Assessment of two (2) social studies teachers to gain teaching materials with an average value of 87%, as well as to aspects of the content material is very good quality is obtained with a percentage of 86% and design aspects with the percentage 76%. Based on the results of product testing can be concluded that the development of teaching materials based IPS Integrated Character Education classes VII Semester is fit for use and has a level of effectiveness and attractiveness, these teaching materials students can use independently.
Keyword: Teaching Material, Integrated Social Science Characterless
PENGEMBANGAN BAHAN AJAR KETERAMPILAN BERBAHASA INDONESIA UNTUK SISWA SMA KELAS X
Authors: Haryati Farida , Wiryotinoyo Mujiyono , Sudaryono Sudaryono
Published: April 2024

This article is based on research development that aims to produce teaching materials Indonesian language skill for 10th grade of high school students. Development design model used is based on the model of Dick and Carey (2005), which consists of ten steps. In general, based on data analysis showed that the quality of teaching materials Indonesian language skill for high school student of 10th grade semester 1 at the level of either spouse. Thus, it is recommended that the development of this product can be used as teaching materials in the senior high school education unit.
Keyword: teaching materials and Indonesian language skill
PENGEMBANGAN PEMBELAJARAN BERBASIS E-LEARNING DENGAN APLIKASI MOODLE BERDASARKAN TEORI KONSTRUKTIVISTIK PADA MATERI MENGANALISIS PELUANG USAHA KELAS XI SMK
Authors: Safitri Nelly , Murbojono Rahmat , Syamsurizal Syamsurizal
Published: April 2024

The development based learning e-learning with Moodle application based on the theory constructivist materials analyzing business opportunities XI class SMK is motivated by the limitations of the use of ICT in the learning process and the need for entrepreneurial learning media attractive and easy to use which can improve student learning outcomes. This study aims to (1) Develop e-learning courses with Moodle applications to support learning, develop learning with vocational e-learning materials based on the constructivist theory to analyze business opportunities and (2) Produce a product that has the attractiveness and easy to use.
This type of research is the Research and Development using the model of Lee and Owens (2004), through several stages, namely: (1) analysis, (2) design,(3) development, (4) implementation, (5) evaluation. From the results of the development are as follows. (1) the development of e-learning with Moodle application based on the constructivist theory of matter to analyze business opportunities and well worthy to be used in class XI SMK 1 Kuala Tungkal and (2) produce e-learning has the attractiveness, and ease to use in learning activities. Feasibility of the e-learning based on expert validation studies that assess the field of e-learning include both categories, media design expert validation categorized as good, expert validation of multimedia including both categories. And experiments performed on the users (students) includes a small group of test activities, to perform pretest and posttest for the 15 students of SMK 1 Kuala Tungkal class XI Multimedia B, the result is the average value of the pretest 56.67 and posttest generate average value average 91.00. These results indicate that the developed e-learning effectively to improve student learning outcomes. Entrepreneurship For teachers, e-learning can be used in the learning process, so that the learning process will be more interesting and varied. The utilization of e-learning for the student as one of the active and independent learning resources. To promote the development of e-learning more should be tested also in larger groups and learning materials on the other.
Keyword: E-learning, Moodle, Konsruktivistik and Business Opportunities
Implementation E-Module Physics Base I Based Kvisoft Flipbook Maker
Authors: Karti Karti , Damayanti Roza
Published: April 2024

The development of this e-module was motivated by students' difficulties in understanding particle dynamics material. This research aims to produce a Basic Physics I e-module on particle dynamics and to determine student perceptions of the Basic Physics I e-module on particle dynamics that was developed. This type of research is (research and development) with the ADDIE development model which includes analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation. The subjects of this research were 2016 PGMIPA-U Physics Education students at Jambi University. The research instruments used were media expert validation questionnaires, material expert validation questionnaires and student perception questionnaires. The results of the questionnaire trial showed that there were 16 valid statements and one invalid statement. The reliability value obtained was 0.898 in the very high category. Furthermore, the results of research on student perceptions obtained data covering 3 aspects, namely aspects in the good category. Based on the results obtained in the research, it can be concluded that the development of an e-module for Basic Physics I material on particle dynamics based on kvisoft flipbook maker is very suitable for use as a teaching material in the Basic Physics I subject on particle dynamics at Jambi University
Thematic Adventure: Exploration of Events for Grade 2 Elementary School Students
Authors: Azizah Azizah
Published: April 2024

The research aimed to develop thematic learning multimedia focusing on events for 2nd-grade elementary school students and evaluate its effectiveness. Employing a 4-D development model, the multimedia underwent validation by both media and subject matter experts, followed by testing with students. The validation results, encompassing design and material assessment indicators, indicated the multimedia's feasibility. Furthermore, field trials demonstrated a significant improvement in student cognitive learning outcomes, with the percentage of completeness rising from 66.6% in the pre-test to 96.6% in the post-test. Consequently, it can be concluded that the thematic learning multimedia centered on events is suitable for use in teaching event-themed material to 2nd-grade elementary school students, exhibiting efficacy in enhancing student cognitive learning outcomes.
Permasalahan Sempadan dan Tuntutan Wilayah: Kajian Latar Belakang Hubungan dan Sejarah Awal Hulu Perak-Reman Sebelum 1882
Authors: Rasidi Shuwaibah , Abdul Rahman Zulkanain
Published: April 2024

The history of Hulu Perak and Reman has been largely overlooked in local historical writings and studies, including those related to boundary demarcation. Most studies on the northern Malay States (NMS) border focus on discussions of British-Siamese relations without delving into the conflicts between these two regions. This paper aims to highlight this issue by examining the background of the territorial disputes between Perak and Reman before 1882. Qualitative research methods based on historical analysis and document analysis were used in this study. Thematic and descriptive approaches were employed in the analysis, which involved primary sources such as British records on microfilm and official files such as the Foreign Office (FO) and Colonial Office (CO) records, as well as secondary sources such as journals, books, newspapers, and online sources. The study of border issues between Hulu Perak and Reman before 1882 is significant from a historical and geopolitical perspective. It provides a clear understanding of the border conflict that influenced the political relations between these two regions. This study also contributes to future research on territorial boundaries in Malaysia.
A View of Philippine Government Corruption: The Harry Stonehill Scandal Revisited
Authors: V. de Viana Augusto
Published: April 2024

The corruption scandal involving American businessman Harry Stonehill in the 1960s showed how corruption permeated high government offices in the Philippines. The scandal was the biggest controversy in terms of political and social impact up to that time, and it changed the political fortunes of political leaders like Diosdado Macapagal who lost his bid for a second term for the Philippine presidency in 1965. The Stonehill affair would be later superseded by future corruption scandals in the latter decades such as those involving President Ferdinand Marcos, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Rodrigo Duterte. Corruption always involves two parties: the one that provides the opportunity to do corrupt acts and the other who does the actual corruption. In the case of Stonehill, his rise to prominence as a genius in Philippine business would not be possible without him providing bribes in exchange for favors and advantages. It also made him feel untouchable as he felt “everyone has a price” and he could get away with anything. On the other hand, officials who became corrupt also developed the same impunity knowing that they would not be held accountable for their acts. They developed ways and means to hide their corruption and its fruits which is ill-gotten wealth. This article examines corruption in the Philippines and the factors which led to its pervasiveness in Philippine society. By revisiting the Stonehill scandal in the 1960s, it studies the modes developed by corrupt officials in hiding their wealth and how the Philippine legal system failed in deterring acts of corruption.
Dasar Saraan Malaysia: Kesinambungan dan Perubahan dalam Tempoh 25 Tahun (1976-2002)
Authors: TR Aznan Shuhardi , Mohd Noor Arba'iyah , Nordin Mardiana , A. Rahman Puteh Noraihan
Published: April 2024

This article will explore the continuity and changes experienced by the Malaysian Civil Service from 1976 to 2002. The objective is to identify and assess the remuneration system policies from 1976 to 2002. These remuneration systems include the Cabinet Salary Committee 1976, the New Salary System 1992, and the Malaysian Salary System 2002. Evaluation is also conducted on the efficiency aspects in improving and sustaining the service scheme policies and structural development over the 25-year period. The sources used in conducting this research data include official documents of the Malaysian Government, books, dissertations, documents, archives, and published journals related to the remuneration systems of the Malaysian Civil Service. The data, analyzed qualitatively, successfully demonstrates that the principles and culture of the administrative system need to be maintained through inventive means as part of the renewal process. Furthermore, the study found conflicts between the civil service and the political government, each having its own objectives. The analysis of this study proves that there are several initiatives that can be realized in the planning and implementation of Malaysia's public policies to enhance the efficiency of civil servants' tasks.
Leadership Development in Graduate Medical Education: A Pilot Study of Implementation of a Validated Self-assessment Instrument
Authors: Van Hala Sonja , Taylor Eliza , Cochella Susan
Published: April 2024

Background and Objectives: Graduate medical education programs need leadership assessments and curricula to engage residents and advance their leadership skills. The Foundational Healthcare Leadership Self-assessment (FHLS) is a validated 21-item self-assessment of leadership skills residents need to be effective team leaders in health care settings. It generates a composite score along five foundational leadership domains: accountability, collaboration, communication, team management, and self-management. Our objective was to determine whether a leadership curriculum, using the FHLS as an educational tool to support self-assessment, self-directed learning, and reflective practice, promotes self-awareness and engagement in leadership development.
Methods: We conducted a qualitative pilot study in the University of Utah Family Medicine Residency Program, integrating the FHLS into our residency’s longitudinal leadership curriculum using coaching, self-directed learning, and reflective practice. Family medicine residents completed the FHLS prior to their leadership rotation. Faculty met with each resident during their rotation using a coaching paradigm based on data from the FHLS to inform leadership self-awareness. Residents identified a leadership domain for self-improvement, selected resources for self-study, and submitted a written reflection. We conducted qualitative content analysis on the reflections for evidence of self-awareness and engagement in leadership development.
Results: Residents completed 27 leadership rotations between May 2019 and April 2020, generating 21 reflections. Qualitative content analysis of resident reflections grouped by FHLS leadership domains identified evidence of impact on the residents’ leadership development.
Conclusions: This qualitative pilot study supports the usefulness of the FHLS within a residency leadership curriculum to promote self-awareness and engagement in leadership development.
CLINICAL PROTOCOLS EVALUATION: A SYSTEMATIC APPROACH AND EXPERIENCE OF A CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY UNIT IN A TERTIARY HOSPITAL
Authors: Lopes Diogo José M. , Carneiro Filipa , Souto Miguel , Dias Andreia Martins , Silva Isabel , Moreira Paula , Couto Marta , Magro Fernando
Published: April 2024

Clinical pharmacology is a recent medical specialty that deals with
everyday aspects of the relationship between drugs and humans, promoting
safe and effective use of medicines while maintaining the sustainability
of healthcare systems through pharmacoeconomics considerations. Since
its creation in 2019, our Clinical Pharmacology Unit (UFC) has
cooperated with the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee (CFT), creating,
at request, technical and scientific reports that support decision
processes of this local regulatory entity. As all clinical protocols
need to be approved by CFT before institutional implementation, UFC acts
as an expert and independent organ that evaluates clinical and
pharmacological evidence, providing, ultimately, better healthcare
access to patients. Our paper describes our cumulative experience and
systematic approach in clinical protocol evaluation, over 4 years, with
the use of a self-made checklist. We divided protocol evaluation into
three sections: 1) introduction; 2) critical appraisal; and 3) final
remarks and considerations. Since the most important part is critical
appraisal, we further divided this section into two parts; the first one
addresses formal aspects and the second discusses regulatory matters,
pharmacology aspects, evidence-based prescription, safety concerns, and
pharmacoeconomics considerations. We also describe key and fundamental
aspects that, from our experience, should be included to grant protocol
quality. Our experience, which derived from the evaluation of 63
protocols, showed that the suggestions emerging from the evaluation
processes were well accepted by the proponent services and that the
overall quality of the protocols was improved, resulting in better
health services.
Implementation of multimedia search & management system based on remote education
Authors: Ahn Byeongtae
Published: April 2024

In order for remote education using multimedia to be effective, an efficient management technique for video information needs to be developed. Therefore, for real-time processing of moving images, it is necessary to manage and search image data in a compressed state. MPEG-4 is the most widely used video compression technology. In order to process video in real time in distance education using multimedia, it is very important to develop a technique for managing and retrieving video information compressed with MPEG-4. Therefore, in this paper, a multimedia information management system and search technology were developed using MPEG-4 compression technology used for real-time distance education.
An empirical study of success factors in Korea’s game industry
Authors: Lee Jun-Ho , Lee Jae-Kyu , Yoo Seung-Gyun
Published: April 2024

Korea's game industry is enjoying remarkable growth along with China and Southeast Asia. This study proposes and analyzes the relationships among characteristics of the basic environment, such as management, technology, marketing, and industry trends, among Korea?s game companies. Through this analysis, game companies can attempt to achieve growth and expansion into global markets. From this study, these achievements can be made through leadership in technological development, by identifying competence in managers, and from awareness of the trends in markets and the game industry. Securing intellectual property rights to sustain performance and market expansion is one of the most important strategies in the game industry. In other words, the performance of a game company depends on the ability of managers to provide the newest story and user services, and to apply research and development in technology, marketing, and related industries. Because previous research has focused on the external aspects of games, including their effectiveness and impacts, this study differs in that it comprehensively considers internal aspects of the game company, the market, and the industry. This study explores the key success factors for improving corporate performance in Korea?s game industry by setting up environmental, strategic, and performance models to investigate relevant factors. We also parameterize the market adaptation and R&D functions of companies. Through this research, we expect to support strategic decision-making in the game industry and contribute to enhancing the performance of game companies.
Design of TAM-based framework for credibility and trend analysis in sharing economy: Behavioral intention and user experience on Airbnb as an instance
Authors: Wang Yenjou , Hung Jason , Huan Chun-Hong , Hussain Sadiq , Yen Neil , Jin Qun
Published: April 2024

Sharing economy redefines the meaning of share. Thanks to it, products provided by suppliers may have rather different standards due to their subjective consciousness. This situation brings high pre-purchase uncertainties to consumers, therefore, trust between suppliers and consumers then becomes a key to succeed in the era of sharing economy. Airbnb, one of the platforms that best describes the concept of sharing economy, is taken as an example in this study. Our team designs a series of scenarios and assumptions that follow the criteria of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) to find out various factors that affect customer behavioral intentions and prove that trust is the most important factor in the Sharing economy. Both parties, including host and user on the platform, are considered as subjects, and a three-year-long questionnaire test is implemented to collect data from end-users in order to reach an objective conclusion. Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling is then applied to verify the hypothesis. In addition, consumption is a continuous action, personal experience may also affect trust in the Airbnb and even consumption propensity. Therefore, Multi-Group Analysis (MGA) is used to explore the impact of consumer experience differences on trust and purchase intention. Finally, the results show that the ease of use of the Airbnb Platform has a greater impact on consumer attitude than all of the information on Airbnb, and then have a positive impact on overall behavioral intentions.
Multi-language IoT information security standard item matching based on deep learning
Authors: Wei Yu-Chi , Chang Yu-Chun , Wu Wei-Chen
Published: April 2024

In the realm of IoT information security and other domains, various information security standards exist, such as the IEC 62443 series standards published by the International Electrotechnical Commission and ISO/IEC 27001 by the International Organization for Standardization. Business organizations are striving to improve and protect their operations through the implementation and study of these information security standards. However, comparing or pinpointing applicable control measures is becoming increasingly labor-intensive and prone to errors or deviations, especially given the plethora of information standards available. Identifying specific control measures scattered across different information security standards is gradually becoming an important issue. In this research, we utilise a range of domestic and international information security standards as the foundation, employing text mining and deep learning methods to map the similar parts of control measures between standards, thereby enhancing the efficiency of comparison tasks and allowing human resources to be allocated to more pertinent issues.
Glycemic Control, Cognitive Aging, and Impairment Among Diverse Hispanic/Latino Individuals: Study of Latinos– Investigation of Neurocognitive Aging (Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos)
Authors: González Hector M. , Tarraf Wassim , Stickel Ariana M. , Morlett Alejandra , González Kevin A. , Ramos Alberto R. , Rundek Tatjana , Gallo Linda C. , Talavera Gregory A. , Daviglus Martha L. , Lipton Richard B. , Isasi Carmen , Lamar Melissa , Zeng Donglin , DeCarli Charles
Published: April 2024

OBJECTIVE

Hispanic/Latino individuals in the U.S. have the highest prevalence of undiagnosed and untreated diabetes and are at increased risk for cognitive impairment. In this study, we examine glycemic control in relation to cognitive aging and impairment in a large prospective cohort of middle-aged and older Hispanic/Latino individuals of diverse heritages.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

Study of Latinos–Investigation of Neurocognitive Aging (SOL-INCA) is a Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL) ancillary study. HCHS/SOL is a multisite (Bronx, NY; Chicago, IL; Miami, FL; and San Diego, CA), probability sampled prospective cohort study. SOL-INCA enrolled 6,377 diverse Hispanic/Latino individuals aged 50 years and older (2016–2018). The primary outcomes were cognitive function, 7-year cognitive decline, and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The primary glycemia exposure variables were measured from fasting blood samples collected at HCHS/SOL visit 1 (2008–2011).

RESULTS

Visit 1 mean age was 56.5 years ± 8.2 SD, and the average glycosylated hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c) was 6.12% (43.5 ± 14.6 mmol/mol). After covariate adjustment, higher HbA1c was associated with accelerated 7-year global (b = −0.045; 95% CI −0.070; −0.021; in z score units) and executive cognitive decline and a higher prevalence of MCI (odds ratio 1.20; 95% CI 1.11; 1.29).

CONCLUSIONS

Elevated HbA1c levels were associated with 7-year executive cognitive decline and increased MCI risk among diverse middle-aged and older Hispanic/Latino individuals. Our findings indicate that poor glycemic control in midlife may pose significant risks for cognitive decline and MCI later in life among Hispanic/Latino individuals of diverse heritages.
Nutritional Status, Dietary Intake, and Nutrition-Related Interventions Among Older Adults With Type 1 Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Call for More Evidence Toward Clinical Guidelines
Authors: Cristello Sarteau Angelica , Ercolino Gabriella , Muthukkumar Rashmi , Fruik Angela , Mayer-Davis Elizabeth J. , Kahkoska Anna R.
Published: April 2024

There is an emerging population of older adults (≥65 years) living with type 1 diabetes. Optimizing health through nutrition during this life stage is challenged by multiple and ongoing changes in diabetes management, comorbidities, and lifestyle factors. There is a need to understand nutritional status, dietary intake, and nutrition-related interventions that may maximize well-being throughout the life span in type 1 diabetes, in addition to nutrition recommendations from clinical guidelines and consensus reports. Three reviewers used Cochrane guidelines to screen original research (January 1993–2023) and guidelines (2012–2023) in two databases (MEDLINE and CENTRAL) to characterize nutrition evidence in this population. We found limited original research explicitly focused on nutrition and diet in adults ≥65 years of age with type 1 diabetes (six experimental studies, five observational studies) and meta-analyses/reviews (one scoping review), since in the majority of analyses individuals ≥65 years of age were combined with those age ≥18 years, with diverse diabetes durations, and also individuals with type 1 and type 2 diabetes were combined. Further, existing clinical guidelines (n = 10) lacked specificity and evidence to guide clinical practice and self-management behaviors in this population. From a scientific perspective, little is known about nutrition and diet among older adults with type 1 diabetes, including baseline nutrition status, dietary intake and eating behaviors, and the impact of nutrition interventions on key clinical and patient-oriented outcomes. This likely reflects the population’s recent emergence and unique considerations. Addressing these gaps is foundational to developing evidence-based nutrition practices and guidelines for older adults living with type 1 diabetes.