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Pengenalan Dasar Artifical Intellengence di Era Digitalisasi di SMK Sampang
Authors: Elvin Nury Khirdany  , Rokip Rokip  , Fatimatuz Zahrah  , Faisol Faisol
Published: October 2024

Technology in the era of revolution 4.0 is no longer a foreign object in society but has become something that almost all human activities involve technology. However, there is a problem, namely that many of the younger generation do not know about artificial intelligence.  The lack of knowledge and examples of artificial intelligence applications can be an obstacle for the younger generation to start studying artificial intelligence from an early age.  Therefore, training regarding artificial intelligence needs to be socialized to students at Vocational High School Sampang so that they understand the scope and application of artificial intelligence. The method used in this community service uses survey, lecture and discussion methods. It is hoped that this socialization will provide openness for teenage students to understand and utilize quality technology. This community service provides benefits both for service partners or participants and for service members, including: (1) increasing knowledge related to generation Z, namely technological developments with the presence of artificial intelligence; and (2) after attending the training, participants expressed a high level of satisfaction with the implementation
Penerapan Jamu Ternak Menggunakan Bahan Alami Kepada Peternak di Dusun Kiera Kabupaten Maluku Barat Daya
Authors: Jecklin M. Lainsamputty
Published: October 2024

Indonesia's nature has quite high biodiversity, especially plants and is a cultural heritage in utilizing medicinal plants to treat various diseases. This makes many farmers utilize local medicinal plants to be mixed into traditional medicines called livestock herbal medicine. The Community Service Program (PKM) carried out by PSDKU lecturers in the Animal Husbandry Study Program at Pattimura University in West Maluku Regency in collaboration with KKN students through training in making traditional herbal medicine for livestock carried out in Kiera Hamlet, Tounwawan Village, West Maluku Regency. The purpose of implementing this service is to introduce, practice and motivate livestock communities to mix livestock herbal medicine using simple tools and materials available in the surrounding environment. As well as obtaining economic potential in the form of increased income and welfare of livestock communities. The results obtained from this PKM activity were that all participants were very enthusiastic in participating in the intended activity because it was in accordance with the needs of livestock farmers.
Inovasi Teknologi Peradilan Modern (E-Court) Mahkamah Agung Republik Indonesia dalam Menjawab Tantangan Global
Authors: Indra Budi Jaya  , Ivan Tanoto  , Muhammad Ainun Luthfi  , Afifah Nur Hamidah  , Amalia Mar’ah Sholihah  , Indah Sari Fadillah  , Muhammad Fauzan Irsyad  , Alya Frianka  , Heni Halimatussyadiah  , M. Maula Yasar  , Seni Agustiani  , Farid Dwi Andrian  , Firda Salsabila Nuratu
Published: October 2024

Technological innovation in the modern judicial system has become a primary focus of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Indonesia in addressing global challenges. The Supreme Court of the Republic of Indonesia has introduced the latest innovations in judicial technology to enhance the efficiency, accessibility, and fairness of judicial procedures, known as electronic courtroom or e-judiciary. The purpose of this research is to analyze the implementation of the latest innovations related to judicial technology (electronic judiciary) in the Supreme Court of the Republic of Indonesia in order to address global challenges to the judicial system. The researcher examines the technology used in the electronic courtroom, its benefits, the challenges it poses, and its impact on the effectiveness and transparency of the judicial system. Through an in-depth review of the implementation of e-courtrooms in the Supreme Court of the Republic of Indonesia, we present findings on the success of this innovation in addressing the global challenges faced by the judicial system.
Sosialisasi dan Pelatihan Budidaya Maggot untuk Pengelolaan Sampah Organik dan Pakan Ternak di Dukuh Sutorejo
Authors: Condro W  , Tasya D P  , Firdausii K  , Nabila N  , Salindri B C  , Isro Nur S K  , Faris Yasin R  , Muhammad Rizal E  , Muhammad Dewa P  , Nur Oktavia N H  , Mohammad Ariel S R
Published: October 2024

Household waste management is a significant challenge in Indonesia along with population growth and economic activity. In 2021, organic waste contributed 54.31% of the total waste in Surabaya. One innovative solution is the use of bioconversion technology with Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae which can decompose organic waste quickly and produce animal feed and organic fertilizer. The socialization and training program in Dukuh Sutorejo aims to introduce and train residents in maggot cultivation as an alternative for waste management and animal feed. This activity includes socialization about the benefits of maggots, training in cultivation techniques, and providing maggot samples for independent cultivation. The evaluation results showed that 91% of participants understood how to apply maggots for organic waste management and animal feed, indicating the success of the program.
Muharram Fest Berbasis Madrasah Diniyah Takmiliyah Desa Ngerjo Kecamatan Ringinarum Kabupaten Kendal
Authors: Lutfiyah Lutfiyah  , Ikrima Putri Amharina  , Muhammad Fawaid
Published: October 2024

Muharram the beginning of the Hijriyah month is celebrated with various activities. One of which is holding competitions in the field of education. Competitions with religious nuances which are usually held, apart from being a form of commemoration and celebration, are also a means of learning and self-development for children. Muharram competition activities are carried out through four stages, namely planning, implementation, competition and awards. In preparation, the KKN team formed a committee structure to clearly distribute tasks. The madrasah also helped the committee with several competition preparation needs. In general, the Muharram Fest competition held by the KKN team went well and smoothly. It is hoped that holding this competition will be useful as a means of learning and self-development for the students of Madrasah Diniyah Takmiliyatul Ula, Ngerjo Village. Can encourage them to have a passion for learning and self-confidence. Then, it is hoped that the next KKN Team will be able to learn lessons from the various shortcomings that existed during the process of organizing the Muharram Fest competition by this KKN group.
Pendampingan Penentuan Harga Jual Produk di UMKM Kieran Tea
Authors: Yuli Setiawannie  , Andri Herlambang  , Syahputra Amri
Published: October 2024

This research was conducted to determine the cost of production of one of the micro, small and medium enterprises or UMKM that has the opportunity to sell individually packaged tea drinks. Meanwhile, in marketing Kieran tea products, several stages need to be carried out, especially in determining the price in the market before this tea product is put on the market, so that prices can be adjusted to compete in the market and at the same time be accepted by people who want to enjoy this special tea treat. In this research, the HPP method was used to determine the price that can be released to the market. After going through calculations, the selling price for camellia tea was obtained, namely IDR 12,300/bag and IDR 308,600/box. Business owners also understand the influence of the cost of production and expected profits in their business in determining the selling price of their products, so there is a significant difference between determining the selling price of products without taking HPP into account and those taking HPP into account.
Edukasi Kepada Masyarakat Daun Pegagan Berkhasiat Sebagai Pelembab Wajah
Authors: Monica Suryani  , Suharyanisa Suharyanisa  , Ferdinand Paulus Ginting  , Syarifah Roslianizar  , Widya Fitri
Published: October 2024

Gotu kola leaves have active compounds in the form of alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, and tannins, which are secondary metabolites. A sheet mask is a more practical facial care cosmetic preparation without rinsing, effectively moisturizing facial skin. This service aims to provide education to the public about the benefits of gotu kola leaves as a natural facial moisturizer. This community service activity is carried out using an outreach method to the community individually using material presentations using power points and print media in Langkat. The results of implementing this educational activity have increased the insight and knowledge of the participants, especially children, teenagers, and mothers, in the form of using clove leaves as a herbal plant to overcome hair growth problems. The results of the participants' knowledge level from the pre-test and post-test scores are in the good category. Previously, people did not know the benefits of gotu kola leaves, which are efficacious as a natural facial moisturizer; now people can use them.
PKM Penerapan Jam Tangan Mesjid dan Jam Tangan Alqur'an Portabel
Authors: Hendra Jaya  , Bakhrani A. Rauf  , Hafid Ridho Attamimi  , Ahmad Risal  , Lumu Taris
Published: October 2024

This community service focuses on the application of wearable technology in the form of Mosque Watches and Portable Al-Qur'an Watches, which are designed to support Muslim worship practices by increasing accessibility to information on prayer times and the text of the Al-Qur'an. This activity involved structured training attended by 25 participants, including mosque administrators and congregation, to ensure understanding and ability to utilize this device optimally. The results of the training showed a high level of participant satisfaction with aspects such as usefulness, quality, suitability for needs and ease of use of watches. Despite challenges such as limited digital literacy, the evaluation showed significant improvements in participants' ability to integrate this technology into their daily lives. The success of this program indicates that the integration of technology in religious practice has great potential to provide real benefits for society, and can be an inspiration for further developments in religious technology in various communities.
Upaya Peningkatan Penggunaan Aplikasi Mobile JKN di Masyarakat Melalui Video
Authors: Nabilla Tri Pramita Utami  , Muhlizardy Muhlizardy
Published: October 2024

Background; JKN Mobile  is a non-face-to-face application that has many features and facilities participants in maximizing the national health insurance program organized by BPJS Health. In 2013, the number of JKN Mobile users in Surakarta reached 373.212 users. Providing information and understanding through video media to the public is a first step in increasing the use of JKN Mobile application. Objective; As a media of information and education to improve the use JKN Mobile applications in the community. Method; The method of this activity is implemented in the form of socialization through video media related to JKN Mobile. Result; Before the education related to the use of JKN Mobile application only 45% of population knew and used the application. After the education, 90% of the people who followed the activity knew and will use the JKN Mobile application to get health services. Conclusion; after educating through the video “ Let’s Use JKN Mobile: Online Health Services Solutions”, the public becomes aware of the use of JKN Mobile applications and will use them to access online health services.
Pengembangan Pariwisata Melalui Penggunaan dan Pengoptimalan Media Digital
Authors: Mahendra Galih Prasaja  , Endah Pri Ariningsih  , Fatah Pinanggih Arizki
Published: October 2024

Knowledge and understanding about how to use and apply social media in promotional or business activities for tourism actors or the public is very important. Some of the main problems faced by service partners are related to the use and optimization of social media. If the community or tourism actors already have an understanding of these things, their business can grow more rapidly. The aim of implementing this community service is to provide strengthening and understanding of management concepts such as marketing, use of digital media, to develop business for the community or tourism actors in promoting tourist attractions in Tlogokotes Village as service partners. The activity mechanism uses lecture and discussion methods as well as practice or simulation. Each session ends with a question and answer session to find out how far the participants' level of understanding is in responding to the material that has been presented. This community service activity was carried out in three sessions by each team member, and it was carried out well. As a result, service partners can have better knowledge and understanding of management concepts, because the response and enthusiasm of service partners to understand the material presented is quite high. As a recommendation, community service with this theme can be carried out with other service partners such as home industry groups, street vendor groups, traditional market trader groups and so on, so as to expand understanding of management concepts such as Sharia marketing, product packaging and financial management. business better.
Kupas Tuntas Peraturan Pajak Terbaru PPh Pasal 21
Authors: Yessica Amelia  , Ruslaini Ruslaini  , Rina Amelia  , Nasutiah Nasutiah
Published: October 2024

Tax is a mandatory contribution paid by taxpayers to the state. The PPh Article 21 e-seminar is one method to provide education and socialization to the public regarding taxes, especially PPh Article 21. Through this e-seminar, it is hoped that public understanding of tax regulations can increase, so that compliance in reporting and paying taxes also increases. However, there are several challenges in implementing the e-seminar, such as limited human resources, access to technology, and digital literacy in the community. However, e-seminar has the advantage of easy access, time flexibility, and the use of attractive technology. By overcoming various challenges and maximizing the advantages it has, e-seminar has the potential to be an effective method to increase public tax awareness and compliance.
Pemanfaatan Olahan Labu Kuning untuk MPASI sebagai Pencegahan Stunting pada Anak Balita
Authors: Adimas Ridhoni  , Berta Dwi Rumekty  , Candra Candra  , Daniel Sapta Wijaya  , Eric Timotius Hartono  , Feby Cristina  , Halimatul Sa’diah  , Luthfia Ananda  , Millenia Ardhia Garini  , Reza Alviansyah  , Shofura Febriyanti  , Sri Yunita  , Yosi Melani Kristinawati  , Yudea Setiawan Peronika
Published: October 2024

Gunung Mas District, Central Kalimantan Province, has serious concerns about stunting, with prevalence remaining high at both national and local levels. Stunting, as an indication of chronic malnutrition, requires effective interventions to improve this condition. One strategic effort is through the provision of nutritious complementary foods, with pumpkin as a potential local ingredient. Previous studies have shown that pumpkin is high in nutrients and effective in improving the nutritional status of toddlers. Universitas Palangka Raya, through the UPR 2024 Regular KKN Period I team, conducted education in Belawan Mulia Village to increase the local people's knowledge and skills on pumpkin-based complementary feeding. Implementation methods included education to the local people's forum and village institutions, along with the provision of complementary foods. The program results showed that the use of brochures and stickers were effective in spreading the information. The program succeeded in increasing the local people's knowledge, changing their feeding behavior, and contributing to the reduction of stunting and improvement of children's nutritional status.
Implementasi Pengelolaan Kandang Bebek Hygienis Untuk Meningkatkan Mutu dan Produksi Telur pada Usaha Bebek Petelur di Kelurahan Bontoa Kabupaten Maros
Authors: Ummul Masir  , Sultan Mubarak Z  , Muhammad Kadir
Published: October 2024

Increasing duck productivity needs to be done to produce superior and productive livestock, namely implementing intensive duck cultivation, where in an intensive maintenance system, one of the things that must be considered is a healthy and representative cage. This activity aims to sensitize the community on aspects of management and management of duck livestock rearing in a healthier and environmentally friendly type of cage. Empowerment is carried out in the form of awareness through counseling and practice of Hygienic Cage Development Implementation. The results obtained physically in the form of the construction of a healthy and more representative pilot cage for the maintenance of laying ducks. The success of Community Service is also seen from the awareness of the community who want to adopt a more hygienic technique of raising laying ducks through healthy cage management no longer under the house.
Implementasi Media Pembelajaran Berbasis Teknologi terhadap Motivasi Belajar
Authors: Arozatulo Bawamenewi  , Riana Riana
Published: October 2024

The learning process involves interaction between teachers and students to achieve effective and efficient educational goals. Learning media plays an important role in improving students' understanding and attracting their interest and attention to the material being taught. In today's digital era, the development of information and communication technology has made it possible to use various types of learning media, such as videos, animations, and interactive applications, which makes the learning process more interesting and enjoyable. This study aims to analyze internal and external factors that affect the effectiveness of the use of technology-based learning media on student learning motivation. The method used in this study is qualitative with a descriptive approach, involving students of the Indonesian Language and Literature Education study program. The results of the study show that the use of interactive learning media, especially videos, is very effective in improving students' understanding of concepts and stimulating their active involvement in the learning process. The availability of media that suits the needs of students and learning goals is essential to create a fun and productive learning atmosphere. The selection of the right learning media, based on student needs and learning objectives, can significantly improve the quality of education. The use of technology in education, especially technology-based media, provides opportunities to create a better learning experience, encourage student motivation, and achieve more optimal learning outcomes.
Pengaruh Free Cash Flow, Profitabilitas, dan Likuiditas terhadap Kebijakan Dividen
Authors: Martin Martin  , Amin Hou  , Fauzia Mei Salsabila
Published: October 2024

This study aims to analyze the effect of free cash flow, profitability, and liquidity on dividend policy in pharmaceutical and chemical companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) during the period 2017-2021. Dividend policy is one of the important decisions in a company that can affect shareholder satisfaction and market performance. The method used in this study is multiple regression analysis to identify the relationship between independent variables (free cash flow, profitability, and liquidity) and dependent variables (dividend policy). The data used were taken from the annual reports of companies listed on the IDX in the pharmaceutical and chemical sectors. The results of the study indicate that free cash flow and profitability have a significant effect on dividend policy, while liquidity does not have a significant effect. This finding indicates that pharmaceutical and chemical companies tend to provide dividends based on their available cash surplus and their level of profitability, while liquidity is not a major determinant in their dividend policy. This study provides additional insight for corporate managers and investors regarding the factors that influence dividend decisions in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
Person Job Fit, Job Crafting, Dan Work Engagement Dan Pengaruhnya Terhadap Organizational Citizenship Behavior Pada Perusahaan Daerah Air Minum Surya Sembada Kota Surabaya
Authors: Arlisa Indriawati
Published: October 2024

This research is intended to determine the influence of Person Job Fit, Job Crafting and Work Engagement on Organizational Citizenship Behavior in Employees of Regional Drinking Water Company (PDAM) Surya Sembada Surabaya City by involving 65 employees of PDAM Surya Sembada Surabaya City as respondents in this research.  The research results prove that Person Job Fit has a positive and significant effect on Organizational Citizenship Behavior. This means that if the employees have the appropriate Person Job Fit, a sense of mutual help behavior will be created between employees. Job Crafting has a positive and significant effect on Organizational Citizenship Behavior. This means that if employees apply Job Crafting, it will increase Organizational Citizenship Behavior. Work Engagement has a positive and significant effect on Organizational Citizenship Behavior. This means that if employees feel work engagement, it will also increase Organizational Citizenship Behavior. Simultaneously Person Job Fit, Job Crafting and Work Engagement have a positive and significant effect on Organizational Citizenship Behavior with coefficient of determination of 0,96 or 96%, this indicates that the Organizational Citizenship Behavior variable can be explained by the Person Job Fit, Job Crafting and Work Engagement variables by 96%.
Pengaruh Ukuran Perusahaan, Leverage dan Profitabilitas terhadap Harga Saham
Authors: Amin Hou  , Ahmad Rivai  , Indah Juwita
Published: October 2024

The aim of this research is to partially test and analyze the influence of each variable Company Size, Leverage and Profitability on stock prices (2) To test and analyze the influence of Company Size, Leverage and Profitability simultaneously on Stock Prices. This type of research is causal quantitative research, the data source used is secondary data. The data analysis technique uses multiple linear regression. Data collection methods consist of library studies and documentation. As well as the sampling technique using the Purposive Sampling method with research data from 30 Property and Real Estate companies listed on the IDX as the population and 18 companies as the sample. The t test results show that partially, Company Size (L.N.T.ASSETS) has a negative and significant effect, Leverage (DER) has a positive and significant effect, Profitability (ROA) has a negative and insignificant effect on share prices listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The results of the f test show that Company Size (L.N.T.ASSETS), Leverage (DER), Profitability (ROA) simultaneously have a significant effect on Share Prices (PER) listed on the Stock Exchange in Indonesia.
Pengaruh Kualitas Sumber Daya Manusia Terhadap Produktivitas Perusahaan Pada PT. Duta Intra Yasa Yogyakarta
Authors: Henny Henny
Published: October 2024

The quality of human resources greatly affects the productivity of the company because the company needs a competent workforce in its field so that the company's goals can be achieved. The company PT. Duta Intra Yasa is a distribution company or product consumer company that distributes PT. Deltomed (Antangin) and PT. Ultrasakti (Freshcare). Because it is based on a distribution company with a method of equitable distribution of products in the market, KPI (Key Performance Indicator) is needed as a tool to measure human resource productivity at PT. Ambassador Intra Yasa. This study uses an interview method with Regional Sales Managers from PT. Ambassador Intra Yasa to find out the influence of KPI transparency on human resource productivity. And the results of this study show that all teams in the company. PT. Duta Intra Yasa knows and understands the targets in his work so that it can be a reference to assess his work productivity.
Pengaruh Disiplin Kerja dan Motivasi Kerja terhadap Kinerja Karyawan pada PT Pegadaian Persero Kantor Cabang Bekasi Timur
Authors: Putri Rachmawati  , Kardinah Indrianna Meutia  , Nita Komala Dewi
Published: October 2024

This research aims to measure the influence of work discipline and work motivation on employee performance at PT Pegadaian Persero East Bekasi Branch Office. This research was conducted using quantitative methods. The number of samples used in this research was 50 respondents. The design used in this research is hypothesis testing using SPSS Versi 25. The results of this research show that (1) There is no correlation between Work Discipline and Employee Performance; (2) There is a correlation between work motivation and employee performance; (3) There is a correlation between Work Discipline and Work Motivation on Employee Performance.
Pengaruh Hadiah dalam Kemasan, Kualitas Produk, dan Distribusi Produk terhadap Keputusan Pembelian TosTos
Authors: Safira Krisnanintias  , Andrian Andrian  , Haryudi Anas
Published: October 2024

This research aims to empirically test the influence of gifts in packaging, product quality, and product distribution on TosTos purchasing decisions (case study of NCT Dream fans in North Bekasi). The sample for this research is NCT Dream fans in North Bekasi who have the decision to purchase TosTos. The sample was carried out using a probability sampling method, namely random sampling. Data collection was carried out using a questionnaire distributed via Google Form to 170 respondents. The analysis in this research uses Multiple Linear Regression Analysis, with t-test hypothesis testing. The results of this research show that in the partial t test packaged gifts have a significant positive effect on purchasing decisions, product quality has a significant positive effect on purchasing decisions, but product distribution does not have a significant effect on purchasing decisions. The results of the f test show that the variables of gift packaging, product quality and product distribution simultaneously have a significant influence on TosTos purchasing decisions (case study of NCT Dream fans in North Bekasi).
Pengaruh Penerapan Budaya Agile terhadap Keterlibatan dan Kinerja Karyawan PT. ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero)
Authors: Azan Yureski  , Djoesept Harmat Tarigan
Published: October 2024

This research explores the impact of implementing Agile Culture on employee engagement and performance at PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry. Through a quantitative approach with a cross sectional survey design, data was collected from randomly selected employees. The analysis results show that Agile Culture has a significant influence on employee engagement and performance. Although the structural model showed low predictive power, the results of validity and reliability tests confirmed consistency in variable measurement. These findings confirm the great potential of Agile Culture in creating a responsive and productive work environment. The practical implication is that PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry can strengthen the implementation of Agile Culture through training and managerial support, while paying attention to factors that influence the predictive power of the model. Recommendations for further research include expanding the variables and sample population for a deeper understanding of the impact of Agile Culture. In conclusion, this research confirms that Agile Culture is an effective strategy in increasing employee engagement and performance, providing a foundation for the development of more effective HR strategies in the future.
Pengaruh Faktor Pengungkapan Corporate Social Responsibility
Authors: Soemaryono Soemaryono
Published: October 2024

Research objective: To empirically test the influence of business risk, financial risk and operational risk on corporate social responsibility. The research object is gas, oil and coal sub-sector companies listed on the Indonesian stock exchange. The total sample was 17 companies for 5 years. Hypothesis testing uses the F test and t test. The results of the F test show that simultaneously business risk factors, financial risk factors and operational risk factors influence corporate social responsibility. Meanwhile, the results of the hypothesis using tests show that each factor of business risk, financial risk and operational risk has a partial effect on corporate social responsibility.
Pengaruh Beban Kerja dan Lingkungan Kerja terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Kecamatan Beji Kota Depok
Authors: I Gusti Komang Fajar Nugraha  , Eigis Yani Pramularso  , Hardani Hardani
Published: October 2024

The function of human resources is very important. In achieving organizational goals, it is seen as an important driving force. Only with the hard work of the organization's human resources can the company's goals be realized. This study aims to determine whether the variables of workload, work environment partially affect employee performance and to determine whether workload and work environment simultaneously affect employee performance at the Beji District Office, Depok City. This research method uses a quantitative method. The sampling technique in this study used a saturated sampling technique of 58 people. This study uses primary data and data collection techniques using questionnaires which will then be analyzed using validity tests, reliability tests, normality tests, heteroscedasticity tests, multicollinearity tests, linearity tests, multiple linear regression tests, t tests, f tests, determination coefficient tests. The results of this study indicate that workload partially affects employee performance positively and significantly, while the work environment partially does not affect employee performance positively and significantly. So it can be concluded that workload and work environment simultaneously affect employee performance positively and significantly
Exploring Narcopolis as a Postmodern Narrative and Semiotic Text
Authors: Panda Punyashree , Konar Sayani
Published: October 2024

Jeet Thayil’s Narcopolis (2012), inspired by his own experience as an opium and later heroin addict, paints a vivid picture of the seedy underbelly of 1970s Bombay. The novel features a multitude of characters from the opium dens of Bombay and threads multiple narratives, subversive and carnivalesque, to create a postmodern chronicle of the city. This article analyzes the narrative techniques in Jeet Thayil's novel Narcopolis (2012) to explore traits of postmodernity. It contends that the occurrence of multiple narratives, whose reliability is questionable, indicates a Barthian death of the author, encouraging the readers to give meaning to the text. Also, an inquiry into the novel’s commentary on its own narrative style indicates self-reflexivity. A study of the chronotope will be undertaken to decipher the temporality in the novel. Besides, the article will look out for possibilities of embedded narratives, plot digressions, and intertextuality. It also intends to scrutinize the novel using the tools of social semiotics. Linguistic analysis of discourse entails a monolithic approach, wherein it considers language as the only mode of interpretation of a text. Gunther Kress and Theo Van Leeuwen suggest that this limitation can be overcome by social semiotics, which studies a text in its multimodality. Signs, linguistic as well as nonlinguistic, are apparent through multiple modes, such as language, sound, visual, and so forth. The incorporation of certain pictures, changes in typography of certain pages as well as the book cover of Narcopolis poses a rich possibility of the semiotic understanding of the text through visual mode. Lastly, this article will aim to establish a connection between the narrative techniques and the semiotic interpretation of the text.
Critical Focus | What Could the First Microscopists See?
Authors: Ford Brian J.
Published: October 2024

Excerpt: We all remember key dates. Top of the list? It’s July 4, 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was signed so the U.S. became a nation in its own right and set the time for a huge annual party of fun, feasting, and fireworks. Here’s another for you: September 7, 1674. It’s the day science met the microbe. On that date, Antony van Leeuwenhoek, the draper of Delft, penned a letter to London. He told how he’d recently returned from a trip by boat across a nearby lake and had collected a small glass bottle of the greenish growths that he saw in the water. Leeuwenhoek had been experimenting with home-made single-lensed microscopes and had taken a close look at his lakewater samples. What he saw revolutionized the world of science, for he was astonished to see a myriad tiny microbes swimming about. In that instant, our modern era of bioscience was born. Yet (to quote cell biologist Nick Lane in a recent video for the Royal Society) scientists still do not know what Leeuwenhoek saw. After reading this article, they will.
Estimating Time of Mold Growth in an Indoor Environment
Authors: Fallah Payam
Published: October 2024

Mold growth (not spores) on surfaces indicates the presence of moisture in an indoor environment at some point in time. Mold proliferation is merely the direct consequence of moisture intrusion. Direct microscopical examination is the primary method to determine if mold or other fungi have grown on a particular surface. This analysis, while generally straightforward, provides the important answer to the question of whether mold growth is present. The growth can be described as the presence of vegetative structures (hyphae or mycelium) with or without associated spores or sporulating structures.
Predicting financial distress of vietnamese listed companies using machine learning
Authors:   Banking Academy of Vietnam, Giang Thị Thu Huyền , Đỗ Thị Vân Trang , Đoàn Viết Thắng , Hoàng Thị Ngọc Ánh , Nguyễn Thị Hồng , Lê Đức Minh , Nguyễn Thị Thanh , Nguyễn Minh Thủy Tiên
Published: October 2024

This study utilizes the traditional statistical method and machine learning methods to forecast the level of financial distress of listed companies in Vietnam. The data used in the study was collected from 646 listed companies on the HOSE and HNX exchanges during the period from 2012 to 2022. The study experiments with the dataset on 6 machine learning models: Multiple Regression Model (MRL), LASSO, Generalized Additive Model (GAM), Random Forests (RF), Gradient Boosting Regression Trees (GBRT), and a single layer, feed forward neural network (NN), as well as the traditional statistical method. The research results demonstrate a congruence between the outcomes of the traditional method and modern machine learning models. Among these, the model with the highest accuracy is Random Forest (RF) with an accuracy rate of 98.8%. The variables that most influence the financial distress status of companies are TANG, ROA, LTD, NPM. Based on these results, our study proposes recommendations to support informed and effective financial decisions for stakeholders (companies, regulatory agencies, shareholders, creditors, investors).
User-tailored visualization of simulation and sensor data for efficient crisis management
Authors: Winter Nils , Monteforte Michael , Müller Fabian , Rohrbach Ines , Hertweck Philipp , Martini Till
Published: October 2024

The availability of all relevant data in a situation report is key for efficient crisis management. The digital twin concept allows for comprehensive data accumulation, both from real-world sensors as well as augmented by simulations. However, the excessive amount and detail of data can hinder usability and discourage users or impede efficient decision making. To still benefit from such emerging technologies, user-tailored data visualization with appropriate filtering and processing is recommended. This work promotes the use of a standardized data aggregation in order to optimize customized data processing through implementation into existing platforms for crisis management. The concept is showcased for three well-established platforms with data accumulated from a standardized digital twin representation of urban critical infrastructure and emergency units. Each of the examples focuses on different facets of visualization as typically demanded by the respective target user group.
Vision for Emergency Management: Conceptualizing Mission-Critical Ecosystems
Authors: Radianti Jaziar
Published: October 2024

Emergency management is seldom viewed through the lens of enterprises/industries, which aim to safeguard their critical missions to deliver seamless services. This article advocates for an integrative perspective on mission-critical (eco)systems. In the digital transformation landscape, the traditional notions of "mission-critical systems," often associated with physical spaces like control facilities or hardware-software crucial for business operations, are challenged. Based on document reviews, this article argues for a holistic comprehension of an organization's mission-critical ecosystems, considering internal and external factors across physical, digital, and human aspects. The article uses renewable energy and e-health as cases. The overarching goal is to expand the research scope in emergency management by examining current concerns and current trends in emergency management domain, combining preparedness, resilience, and cybersecurity. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance our ability to navigate and respond effectively to emergencies in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.
Barriers against data sharing for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) at borders
Authors: Adrot Anouck , Brunet Lola , Isaac Henri
Published: October 2024

Data sharing is a major driver to disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), which is essential to cross-border regions’ resilience. However, sharing data for DRR at borders remains challenging and a limited spectrum of regions have been significantly progressing on this path. While the literature recommends that cross-border regions and organizations settle data ecosystems, studies also evidence that ecosystems face difficulties in developing sustainable rules for data sharing. A better understanding of the impediments of data sharing in cross-border DRR ecosystems is therefore necessary and remains missing in the literature. This research, based on a qualitative and collaborative design, is a work in progress focusing on the Italian-French border. Based on 24 qualitative interviews and archive analysis, we have identified four major challenges that organizations need to overcome to support data sharing for DRR at borders. First, cross-border DRR actors struggle harmonizing their perspectives over their common environment, whether it is environmental or data-related. Second, they face persistent elements of fragmentation, particularly reinforced at frontiers. Third, these organizations meet the challenge of building a sustainable bond of trust between one another about data. Fourth, they lack data maturity, thus impeding good use of data within the ecosystem. Our findings contribute to a more situated understanding of data sharing at borders and call for more consideration of the border settings from practitioners that participate in data sharing.
Using Optimization Modeling to Determine Locations for Aerial Firefighting Resources Based on Wildfire Risk Data
Authors: Sköld Gustafsson Viktor , Andersson Granberg Tobias , Waldemarsson Martin
Published: October 2024

The increase of the global mean temperature likely leads to more frequent and prolonged fire weather periods, with hot and dry conditions. This would also lead to increased frequency and magnitude of wildfires, and increased risk of spatial and temporal co-occurrence. A key to control and suppress wildfires during fire weather is a strong initial response, for which aerial firefighting resources can be used. This paper investigates the potential of optimization modeling to support pre-wildfire location planning of aerial firefighting resources, by developing a binary integer programing model and test it on Swedish case data. The model produces useful results given considerably less amount of available input data to determine the locations, compared with the manual planning. With relatively short solution times, it shows potential to support fast relocation of resources during sudden changes of circumstances, and to facilitate implementation of a standard operating procedure, with less expert knowledge dependence.
Uncertainty in Forest Fire Management
Authors: Tietze Nikola , Kox Thomas , Büser Till , Gerhold Lars
Published: October 2024

In forest fire management, uncertainties are inherent. One major challenge for forest fire managers is the uncertainty of whether a fire will start at all, where, when and with what effect. In particular, human negligence and arson are unforeseeable. This research focuses on these uncertainties affecting the preparatory practices of forest fire managers in Brandenburg, Germany, and how they are anticipated and dealt with. Qualitative content analysis of expert interviews and focus group discussions generate in-depth insights into the role of uncertainties in the prevention phase and during the control of the event. Findings shows that uncertainties pose barriers to preparatory action. Coping mechanisms rely on individual sensemaking that are in turn influenced by one’s role, knowledge and experience as well as organizational habits and values. Analysis of German firefighters’ perceptions of and coping with uncertainty shows that practices of imagination help to anticipate uncertain futures and to cope with dynamic, complex disasters.
Chatbot Based Public Sensoring to improve Situational Awareness
Authors: Betke Hans , Sascha Peitzsch  , Johannes Boldt  , Dustin Reimann  , Thomas Kox
Published: October 2024

In disaster management, any relevant information about the situation can help decision makers to take the right decisions and initiate appropriate response measures. The digitalization of society offers more and more opportunities to gather information from the public. As instant messengers are one of the most widely used communication applications, they offer a broad user base for the collection of situational information. To minimize the effort involved, chatbots offer a promising option for the automated acquisition of specific information via instant messengers. In this paper we present an information system under development for the collection and reproduction of image information for disaster management. We also present the results of a first UTAUT-based evaluation of the current state of development to get an impression of the usability and perceived usefulness of the approach.
Possibility of Suppressing Fire Spread in the Event of a Large Earthquake by Greening and Demolishing Vacant Houses
Authors: Osaragi Toshihiro , Harada Asuka , Oki Takuya , Sakamoto Yoho
Published: October 2024

In recent years, disaster mitigation measures by greening and demolition of vacant houses to prevent large post-earthquake fire spread have been promoted. However, few studies evaluate its effects on reducing property damage and human casualties, especially in vulnerable areas for earthquakes, such as densely built-up wooden residential areas. In this paper, we develop a model to describe the delay of post-earthquake fire spread between neighboring buildings, and incorporate it into the simulation model. Using the integrated model, we evaluate the reduction of the number of burnt-down buildings and human casualties in densely built-up wooden residential areas, and demonstrate the effectiveness of greening and demolition of vacant houses.
One System to Connect them All - A Core System for Realizing Integrated Command and Control Research
Authors: Johansson Björn , Tordenlid Jesper , Lundberg Jonas , Alfredson Jens
Published: October 2024

Command and Control (C2) for emergency and crisis response is an important field that poses several research challenges. This paper suggests that Command and Control should be viewed from a holistic point of view, that is the C2 activity system, and that technical C2 support systems must be understood in the broader context of the whole C2 activity system. Studying individual components of C2, such as decision-making, is important, but studying individual components mask out the complexity of C2 as a socio-technical activity. The paper presents an approach to studying C2 based on a generic C2 model combined with a technical core system for connecting different sub-technologies and services – which creates a re-configurable environment for research efforts in the field of C2 that can span different activity system parts and focus areas
The coordination and leadership in first aid ad-hoc immediate responder groups: a work-in-progress
Authors: Brodin Wilhelm , Jonson Carl-Oscar , Prytz Erik
Published: October 2024

When an accident has occurred, first aid before a professional response arrives can improve the outcome for the victims. However, little research has been done on the effect of coordination and leadership on first aid responses. This work-in-progress study reports an experiment using a simulated scenario, i.e. traffic accident, to understand the effect of coordination and leadership on first aid performance in ad-hoc groups of immediate responders. The results showed that coordination and leadership are significantly related to increased self-evaluated team performance while expertise and authority differentiation is not. These results provide a first insight to the coordination and leadership in ad-hoc groups of immediate responders, but more research is needed to validate these results. Structured performance evaluation with subject matter experts is planned as an extension to the present work-in-progress.
Enhancing Emergency Post Classification through Image Information Amplification via Large Language Models
Authors: Giaccaglia Pablo , Bono Carlo Alberto , Pernici Barbara
Published: October 2024

Real-time information extracted from social media platforms can be highly valuable during emergencies. For example, reports and direct witnesses can help build situational awareness in the early phases of an emergency, with the potential to save lives. However, suitable techniques for selecting relevant data are needed to gather this information from large-scale social media streams and utilize it effectively. Given the multimedia nature of these streams, selection techniques should simultaneously understand textual and image information, as previous studies highlighted. Leveraging recent advances in language and vision models, we propose and evaluate a method working with a homogeneous, text-only representation for the different modalities of social media posts. Experiments on established and novel datasets, including video data, show that the proposed method achieves state-of-the-art performances while providing a highly general and plug-and-play approach to multimodal data filtering.
A Study on The Frequency Characteristics of Typhoon Landing in Guangdong, China, Based on Machine Learning Methods
Authors: Pan Chenning , Ni Xiaoyong , Lai Ruoxi , Ma Dafeng , Shen Xifan
Published: October 2024

Located in the southern coastal region of China, Guangdong Province is perennially threatened by typhoons originating from the Northwest Pacific Ocean. Compared to studies focusing on typhoon intensity, paths, and catastrophic effects, research on typhoon landing frequency features remains relatively limited. This study systematically constructs a dataset based on the landing typhoon frequency of Guangdong over 71 years (as the target variable) and a set of 88 atmospheric circulation indices as well as 26 sea surface temperature indices (as the potential feature variables). Two machine learning models, including Random Forest Regression (RR) and Support Vector Regression (SVR), are used to predict the frequency of typhoons making landfall in Guangdong, and the results show that both models have good characterisation ability while the RR model has slightly better fitting performance on the training set. This study provides scientific support for understanding the characteristics of typhoons in Guangdong and better responding to typhoon disasters.