bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Earthfill dam seepage analysis using ensemble artificial intelligence based modeling
Authors: Sharghi Elnaz , Nourani Vahid , Behfar Nazanin
Published: May 2018

In this paper, an ensemble artificial intelligence (AI) based model is proposed for seepage modeling. For this purpose, firstly several AI models (i.e. Feed Forward Neural Network, Support Vector Regression and Adaptive Neural Fuzzy Inference System) were employed to model seepage through the Sattarkhan earthfill dam located in northwest Iran. Three different scenarios were considered where each scenario employs a specific input combination suitable for different real world conditions. Afterwards, an ensemble method as a post-processing approach was used to improve predicting performance of the water head through the dam and the results of the models were compared and evaluated. For this purpose, three methods of model ensemble (simple linear averaging, weighted linear averaging and non-linear neural ensemble) were employed and compared. The obtained results indicated that the model ensemble could lead to a promising improvement in seepage modeling. The results indicated that the ensembling method could increase the performance of AI modeling by up to 20% in the verification step.
Inhibitory effects of extracts from Cinnamomum camphora fallen leaves on algae
Authors: Yakefu Zumulati , Huannixi Wulan , Ye Chaolin , Zheng Tiefeng , Chen Silan , Peng Xin , Tian Zhengfeng , Wang Junhao , Yang Youyou , Ma Zhongqing , Zuo Zhaojiang
Published: May 2018

Natural allelochemicals are considered as a source of algaecides. To uncover the anti-algal activity of Cinnamomum camphora fallen leaves and promote their usage as algaecides, the composition of their water and methanol extracts was analyzed, and the inhibitory effects of extracts on the growth of Microcystis aeruginosa and Chlamydomonas reinhardtii, and chlorophyll (Chl) content and photosynthetic abilities in C. reinhardtii were investigated. Twenty-five compounds were detected in the water extracts, mainly including terpenoids, esters, alcohols, and ketones. Compared to water extracts, there were more compounds and higher concentration in methanol extracts. Both water and methanol extracts inhibited the growth of the two algae, and 15 mg·ml−1 methanol extracts killed the algal cells after 48 h. The levels of Chl a and Chl b, as well as maximum quantum yield of photosystem II photochemistry (Fv/Fm) in C. reinhardtii cells reduced gradually with increasing the concentration of extracts, while the maximum quantum yield of non-photochemical de-excitation (φDO) increased gradually. At the same concentration, methanol extracts showed stronger inhibitory effects than water extracts, due to their higher number of compounds and higher concentration. Therefore, C. camphora fallen leaves have a potential value as an algaecide.
The morphometric and numerical analysis of five species of Eragrostis sp. Wolf. based on silica bodies in leaf epidermal cells
Authors: Dinda Shilpa , Mondal Amal Kumar
Published: May 2018

Many plants take up soluablemonosilicic acid from the soil. Some of these plants subsequently deposit it as cell inclusions of characteristic structure commonly known as silica bodies or phytolith. In the family Poaceae, different types of silica bodies are characteristic feature of the different subfamily. Eragrostis sp., belonging to the subfamily Chloridoideae. These micro-morphological characters of silica bodies of five species of Eragrostissp applied numerically by UPGMA method. Out of five species Eragrostis atrovirens and Eragrostis gangetica are very closely related and their pairing affinity value is 90%.
Pharmaceutical and nutraceutics on three endemic species of Ceropegia
Authors: T. Binish , R. Pushpa
Published: May 2018

Plants are the richest resource of drugs of traditional systems of medicine and modern medicines. Medicinal plant species has its own nutrient composition besides pharmacologically important phytochemicals. Nutraceutics is an emerging field of therapy. As we come to the end of this millennium, more and more people are getting health conscious are looking at dietary substances for preventive or curative effects. The importance of minerals such as potassium, calcium, sodium etc. to human health is well known.The nutritional values and mineral composition of medicinal plants are being used as dietary supplements by humans. The nutritional compositions of selected Ceropegia species were found as good nutritive value. Nutritive compositions were analyzed and compared in vitro plant parts of Ceropegia spiralis, Ceropegia candelabrum and Ceropegia juncea. Sixty to seventy five days old in vitro plants were taken for biochemical studies of total proteins, total carbohydrates, sugar, starch and amino acid.Among the three samples analyzed, high protein sugar and aminoacids content was noticed in Ceropegia  juncea and total carbohydrates and protein values high in Ceropegia candelabrum, Ceropegia candelabrum was found to be a rich source of iron (18.55±0.11) followed by Ceropegia juncea (17.74±0.25) and Ceropegia spiralis (17.56±0.25).Nutraceuticals importance of these valuable plants may help in future for the production of new medicines and valuable food stuffs.  The secondary metabolitices present in them give them a specific medicinal benefit other than a purely nutritional.These species are utilized for Indian system of medicine and scientists encourage them to rationalize it suiting the modern requirements of biotechnology.
Assessment of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal (AM) fungi of Glyphochloa santapaui: Vulnerable and endemic grass species of Maharashtra, India.
Authors: Kamble Vishal Ramchandra , Kolekar Meghana M. , Lanjekar Sonali S. , Yadav Yadvendradatta R.
Published: May 2018

Glyphochloa santapaui (S.K. Jain & Deshp.) Clayton santapaui is endemic to Maharashtra state restricted to Ferricrete-Lateritic rocky plateaus at Sindhudurg and Ratnagiri district. Due to ongoing anthropogenic threats this species is rated as Vulnerable under IUCN Red List of Threatened Species and hence attention is needed toward its conservation.The lateritic plant-soil interactions in different taxa is dependent to their microbial or mycorrhizal associates. So far endemic grass species - Arbuscular mycorrhizal associations on Lateritic rocky plateaus are poorly investigated. In present paper critical assessment of AM fungal colonization in roots of vulnerable- endemic grass Glyphochloa santapaui is interpreted. Overall colonization percentage was 71.80%. Moreover, root segments of some samples were commonly co-colonized by dark septate hyphae (dsh) of other fungal endophytes (Ofe) and AM fungi. In present assessment, four Glomeromycota families viz., Acaulosporaceae, Diversisporaceae, Gigasporaceae and Glomeraceae were recorded comprising 18 species under 6 genera. These AM fungal species are viz., Acaulospora elegans, A. rehmii, A. scrobiculata,  A. tuberculata,  A. appendicula;  Diversispora epigaea; Gigaspora albida, G. gigantea, G. margarita, G. rosea; Scutellospora calospora S. dipurpusescrns; Glomus gerdemanni, G. hoi, G. occultum, G. versiforme, G. warcuppi and  Sclerocystis sinuosa.  On the basis of analysis of spore density and relative abundance, two dominanting species of AM fungi viz., Diversispora epigaea and Gigaspora gigantea were recognized.
Assessment of salinity tolerance in tomato cultivars grown in Maharashtra, India.
Authors: Seth Rupali
Published: May 2018

The present study was undertaken to assess the genotypic variation for salinity tolerance in five commercial cultivars of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) grown in Maharashtra. Growth parameters such as shoot length, root length, fresh weight and dry weight were assessed at control, 50 mM and 100 mM NaCl with Hoagland’s solution. The shoot/root length and fresh/dry weight declined at 100 mM stress. Proline accumulated as a consequence of salt stress. On the basis of growth parameters and proline accumulation cultivars Abhinav and Rohini were tolerant, TO1389 and N2535 moderately tolerant and Naina sensitive towards salinity stress.
The Twazon Arabic Weight Loss App: App-Based Intervention for Saudi Women With Obesity (Preprint)
Authors: Alnasser Aroub , Kyle Janet , Aloumi Najla , Al-Khalifa Abdulrahman , Marais Debbi
Published: May 2018

BACKGROUND

By 2022, it is estimated that the rate of female obesity (78%) in Saudi Arabia will almost double that of males (41%). Despite being mainly attributed to poor diet, sedentary lifestyle, and a lack of health awareness, behavioral modification interventions are relatively new to the population; bariatric surgery continues to be the treatment of choice for comorbidities. However, neither pre nor postoperative diet and exercise are promoted. Evidence-informed mobile health (mHealth) weight loss apps and interventions may be an effective tool for delivering a culturally relevant intervention.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to determine the feasibility of a weight loss intervention that tests the effectiveness of Twazon, an originally designed Arabic weight-loss app that promotes lifestyle modification specific to Arab populations.

METHODS

A pre-post single‐arm pilot study was carried out among a sample of 240 overweight volunteer Saudi women residing in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia who used the Twazon app over a 4-month period. Anthropometric, diet, and physical activity measures were assessed 3 times: baseline, 2-months and 4-months; frequency of app use and system usability were evaluated during the 2 latter data collection periods. Repeated measures analysis of variance was used to identify changes over time.

RESULTS

A total of 40 participants completed the 4-month intervention with an attrition rate of 83%. An evaluation of the frequency of app use fostered 2 groups: engaged users (65%) and unengaged users (35%). At 4 months, the engaged users experienced more successful outcomes; body weight was lowered on average by 1.3 (SD 0.6) kg (P=.18), waist circumference (WC) was reduced by 4.9 (SD 1.1) cm (P<.001), and daily energy consumption was decreased by >600 calories (P=.002). Unengaged users experienced minor changes in body weight, WC, and reduced energy intake.

CONCLUSIONS

The findings have demonstrated that engagement with the Twazon app renders positive changes in body weight, WC, and energy intake. mHealth weight loss apps and interventions have the potential to be effective in promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle modification in Saudi Arabia and similar populations.
Valoração contingente do parque Tia Nair (Brasil): comparação das técnicas Open-Ended e Bidding Games
Authors: Loeblein Fabiana , Teixeira Maria Daniele de Jesus
Published: May 2018

A presente pesquisa teve como objetivo estimar e comparar o valor econômico do parque Tia Nair (Cuiabá-Brasil). Para tal, aplicou-se o Método de Valoração Contingente através de duas Técnicas: Open-Ended e Referendum com Bidding Games. O valor médio obtido foi de R$ 2,900,000 diante de uma disposição a pagar de R$ 8.30 e uma população de 30,000 visitantes. Observou-se resultados diferentes para as duas técnicas sendo que a Open-Ended apresentou mais desafios para aplicação, assim como superestimou o valor encontrado.
Determinantes da criminalidade na região sudeste do Brasil: uma aplicação de painel espacial
Authors: Dos Anjos Júnior Otoniel Rodrigues , Lombardi Filho Stélio Coêlho , Maia do Amaral Pedro Vasconcelos
Published: May 2018

O objetivo desse estudo é identificar os principais fatores responsáveis pela criminalidade na região Sudeste do Brasil. Para este fim, construiu-se um painel acompanhando a evolução da criminalidade nas microrregiões sudestinas. Realizou-se testes de autocorrelação espacial global e local, juntamente com a estimação de modelos econométricos de painel espacial. Os resultados apontaram para a existência de dependência espacial das taxas de crime em todos os anos analisados. Identificou-se que a densidade populacional, o PIB per capita, a taxa de desemprego e a proporção de jovens impactam positivamente nas taxas de homicídios, sendo relevantes para a compreensão do fenômeno da criminalidade.
Política social, desigualdad y pobreza, el caso de México
Authors: Sánchez Juárez Isaac
Published: May 2018

(Reseña) Gutiérrez, Flores Luis e Ignacio Llamas Huitrón (2016) Política social, desigualdad y pobreza,  el caso de México. Fontamara, Ciudad de México, México. pp. 240 ISBN: 978-6077362-87-6
Training and Development Policy, Corporate Governance, and Firm Performance
Authors: Brahmana Rayenda Khresna , Brahmana Ritzky Karina , Ho Theresa Char Fei
Published: May 2018

This research investigates the role of corporate governance as a moderator between firms’ performance and their Training and Development Policy (TDP). Research data were taken from the US, Brazil, Russia, India, China and Indonesia from 2007 to 2013.   This research found that the TDP is important for enhancing firm performance. Also, the role of the training and development policy impacted each firm’s performance differently, according to the level of corporate governance of that firm. The moderating effect of corporate governance reveals that better governance of a firm may have an influence on its TDP policy, which would lead to better firm performance. Overall, the results are consistent with the conjecture that corporate governance influences the firm’s performance and training and development policy, suggesting that the training and development policy’s success depends on the corporate governance level of the firm. Hence, this research contributes to two big theories: the knowledge transfer theory and the human capital theory, where the research findings show a confirmation of the two theories application in this research context.
Do We Need a Regulation on Dividends for Indonesia Stock Exchange?
Authors: Wardhana Leo Indra , Tandelilin Eduardus
Published: May 2018

This study examines the dividend life-cycle hypothesis and the propensity of non-financial firms listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) to pay dividends, in light of a recent idea by the IDX to regulate dividend payments. Using several proxies of the life cycle, the results consistently show that Indonesian listed firms follow the dividend life-cycle hypothesis. Our results recommend that if the authority insists on regulating dividend payments, the regulation should take into account the firms’ life cycles. Firms should only be required to pay dividends when they reach a certain stage and/or meet defined characteristics, according to their stage or characteristics.
Teaching Pediatric Peritoneal Dialysis Globally through Virtual Simulation
Authors: Olszewski Aleksandra E. , Daniel Dennis A. , Stein Deborah R. , McCulloch Mignon I. , Su Sharon W. , Hames Daniel L. , Wolbrink Traci A.
Published: May 2018

Background and objectives

Despite the increasing prevalence of childhood kidney disease worldwide, there is a shortage of clinicians trained to provide peritoneal dialysis (PD). E-learning technologies may provide a solution to improve knowledge in PD. We describe the development of a virtual PD simulator and report the first 22 months of online usage.

Design, setting, participants, & measurements

The PD simulator was developed and released on OPENPediatrics in January of 2016. A prospective study of international, multidisciplinary healthcare providers was conducted from January of 2016 through October of 2017. User action data were analyzed with descriptive statistics and linear regression. Paired t tests compared user pre- and post-test scores. User satisfaction was assessed by survey.

Results

The simulator was accessed by 1066 users in 70 countries. Users spent a median of 35 minutes (interquartile range [IQR] 14–84) in the simulator. Users who completed the structured learning curriculum (n=300) spent a median of 85 minutes (IQR 46–95), and those who completed the entire simulator (n=63) spent a median of 122 minutes (IQR 69–195). Users who completed the simulator were more likely to scroll through text and access the simulator in multiple sessions. The 300 users that completed testing showed statistically significant increases in the post- versus pretest scores, with a mean increase of 36.4 of 100 points, SD 19.9 (95% confidence interval, 34.1 to 38.6, P<0.001). Eighty-seven percent (20 of 23) of survey respondents felt the simulator was relevant to their clinical practice, and 78% (18 of 23) would recommend it to others.

Conclusions

This is the first reported virtual PD simulator. Increased test scores were observed between pre- and post-tests by clinicians who completed testing, across disciplines, training levels, and resource settings.

Podcast

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CUANDO HABLAR DE VIOLENCIA ES VIOLENTO: LOS PROBLEMAS DEL DISCURSO DOMINANTE SOBRE EL CRIMEN ORGANIZADO
Authors: Gaussens Pierre
Published: May 2018

El discurso dominante sobre la crisis de seguridad en México se basa en una representación oficial que equipara a los grupos criminales con mafias, como supuestos “poderes paralelos” cuyos intereses “infiltran” al Estado. En contra de esta visión mediática, es preciso deconstruir las categorías que hacen del “cartel” un enemigo fantasmal, la “plaza” un territorio imaginario y el “narco” un mito, para poder entender de manera crítica a un fenómeno delictivo cuyo nexo político-criminal es funcional, tanto al orden social en el Estado como a la acumulación del capital en el mercado.
VIOLENCIA Y SALUD PÚBLICA: REFLEXIONES EN TORNO AL ENFOQUE DE RIESGO
Authors: Alvear Galindo María Guadalupe
Published: May 2018

Los resultados obtenidos mediante el Enfoque de la Salud Pública (ESP) para el estudio de la violencia son limitados y, en la práctica, conducen a la estigmatización y criminalización de la pobreza. Este texto reflexiona sobre dicho marco interpretativo para explorar sus alcances y límites. Desde el ESP, la violencia se entiende como un simple acto violento pero no como un fenómeno social. Su categorización reduce el estudio a su medición y asociación con factores de riesgo, a partir de quién es el receptor del acto violento o cuál es el tipo de acto ejercido, imposibilitando su contextualización. Como resultado, la interpretación de la violencia pierde de vista los procesos sociales de los que ella forma parte.
Tingkat Keamanan Nasi Campur Yang Dijual Di Lingkungan Pasar Badung Ditinjau Dari Aspek Mikrobiologi
Authors: Ziku Yulianus Jordi , Singapurwa Ni Made Ayu Suardani , Sudiarta I Wayan
Published: May 2018

Food is one of the main elements of man. Quality of food should always be guaranteed to the public avoid the disease or health problems caused by bacterial contamination. One indicator of food contamination is the bacteria Escherichia coli. This study aims to analyze the contaminants of Escherichia coli bacteria and the total amount of microbes found in mixed rice foods sold in the Badung Market Traditional. This research uses descriptive analysis method. Samples tested were mixed rice taken from six mixed rice vendors in Badung Market environment, and testing of bacterial contaminants was tested at Veterinary Balai Besar Laboratory in Denpasar. The study was conducted on April 7, 2016, until May 4, 2016. The study included E.coli MPN testing, prediction test, confirmatory test, biochemical test using IMViC, and total microbial analysis using Total Plate Count (TPC) testing. The results of this study showed that all samples of mixed rice food (100%) were not contaminated with Escherichia coli bacteria. The total microbial yields showed 91.7% of mixed rice samples did not meet the standards and only 8.3% of the samples met the standards determined by Dirjen POM Number: 03726 B/ SK /VII /89.
Potensi Pengembangan Budidaya Rumput Laut Eucheuma Cottonii Di Kawasan Perairan Kelurahan Serangan Kota Denpasar Berbasis Sistem Informasi Geografis
Authors: Wiryana I Wayan Sri Adi , Edi Dewa Gede Semara , Kawana I Made
Published: May 2018

Distric of Serangan in Denpasar City Bali Province is an area that has economic, social and ecological value that is very meaningful for the survival of the surrounding community. Considering the potential of seaweed cultivation of Eucheuma cottonii that is not yet optimal in Serangan Village area, it needs to be optimized to measure the potential of seaweed cultivation, to map and determine the location of the potential of seaweed cultivation, to make recommendation of potential sea cultivation location. This research aims (1) To know the potential of seaweed cultivation in Serangan urban area, Denpasar City; (2) To be able to know the area for the development of seaweed cultivation which is potential in Serangan Urban Village Denpasar area. The process of determining the suitability of the area is done by using spatial operation by utilizing GIS application. The method of determining the research point for field observation is done by purposive random sampling, where the determination of research point is done deliberately based on certain considerations. Considerations taken include the current location of cultivation areas, the ideal seaweed cultivation criteria, transportation, safety of researchers, time and cost. All the data collected from the field is analyzed digitally using software QGIS 2.14.0 and Cygwin64 Terminal with interpolasi technique. The result of this research shows that the potential of seaweed cultivation of Eucheuma cottonii in Eucheuma cottonii seaside area is 873,400 sqm. The potential area for the development of seaweed cultivation of Eucheuma cottonii in Serangan Village area of 873,400 sqm if the utilization is 30% of the proper location, then the area that can be used is 262.020 m2, now has been utilized for the cultivation of seaweed Eucheuma cottonii covering 27,488 m2 so that the remaining potential areas to be developed as the location of seaweed cultivation Eucheuma cottonii covering an area of 234,531 m2.
Examining the Value Aspiring Principals Place on Various Instructional Strategies in Principal Preparation
Authors: Oliver John , Gordon Stephen P. , Oliver Michele L.
Published: May 2018

Abstract: This article reports on a study of the value master’s students in a principal preparation program placed on a variety of instructional strategies. The aspiring principals completed a survey with fixed-response and open-ended items. The students’ most valued class discussions were about how their personal experiences related to the class topic and how to apply the topic to practice. Class activities valued most highly by the aspiring principals were problem solving, simulations, small-group discussions, and whole-group discussions. Out-of-class assignments rated most highly included writing reflective papers, conducting interviews and observations, and performing leadership activities in schools. The types of readings the master’s students most appreciated were case studies and journal articles. In describing their “outstanding professor,” the aspiring principals focused on the professor’s personal qualities, creation of a positive learning environment, and constructivist teaching.Â  Â
Teaching Competencies for Community Preceptors
Authors: Brink Darin , Simpson Deb , Crouse Byron , Morzinski Jeffrey , Bower Douglas , Westra Ruth
Published: May 2018

Background and Objectives: Although community physicians provide one-fourth of the outpatient training received in medical school, usually there is no formal training of the preceptor. Currently there is no agreed-upon list of teaching competencies for community physician-preceptors. Using a modified Delphi process, the authors aimed to identify core teaching competencies for community preceptors for use in training and evaluation.
Methods: A medical educator and three faculty members with expertise in faculty development created a list of teaching competencies organized in five domains. These competencies were finalized through a multiround modified Delphi technique with key stakeholder groups including (1) nonphysician medical educators, (2) academic physicians involved in faculty development, (3) community physicians who regularly precept medical students, (4) family medicine residents, (5) third-year medical students in a 9-month-long longitudinal clerkship. Proposed competencies were retained if 70% of the participants ranked it as “very or extremely important.”
Results: In the first round, 24 competencies were evaluated by 40 physician preceptors participating in a rural faculty development conference. These were refined, and four additional competencies were added by the cohort. Subsequent rounds utilized a survey approach with broader audiences resulting in a final list of 21 competencies in five domains.
Conclusions: Five competency domains with 21 teaching competencies can now be used to guide community preceptors’ training and evaluation.
Use of the Levonorgestrel Intrauterine Device in Women With Type 2 Diabetes
Authors: Lang Benjamin , Josephy Tatiana , Micks Elizabeth , McCoy Erin , Prager Sarah
Published: May 2018

IN BRIEF Women with type 2 diabetes are less likely to receive prescriptions for contraceptives despite the fact that diabetes is associated with an increased risk of maternal and fetal complications. In the largest case series to date examining use of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine device (LNG-IUD) in women with type 2 diabetes, we demonstrate that the LNG-IUD is safe and effective and does not affect glycemic control in women with type 2 diabetes. In this study of 115 women under the age of 55 years with type 2 diabetes who had an LNG-IUD placed between 2007 and 2012, we found low rates of pregnancies, expulsions, and other complications in every age category and disease stratification. Thirty-nine patients had A1C data before and up to 2 years after placement, and there was no significant change in A1C (mean A1C decrease of 0.17, 95% CI –0.76 to 0.43). This study will enable evidence-based contraceptive counseling for women with type 2 diabetes.
Altered Extracellular Vesicle Concentration, Cargo, and Function in Diabetes
Authors: Freeman David W. , Noren Hooten Nicole , Eitan Erez , Green Jamal , Mode Nicolle A. , Bodogai Monica , Zhang Yongqing , Lehrmann Elin , Zonderman Alan B. , Biragyn Arya , Egan Josephine , Becker Kevin G. , Mattson Mark P. , Ejiogu Ngozi , Evans Michele K.
Published: May 2018

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic age-associated degenerative metabolic disease that reflects relative insulin deficiency and resistance. Extracellular vesicles (EVs) (exosomes, microvesicles, and apoptotic bodies) are small (30–400 nm) lipid-bound vesicles capable of shuttling functional proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids as part of intercellular communication systems. Recent studies in mouse models and in cell culture suggest that EVs may modulate insulin signaling. Here, we designed cross-sectional and longitudinal cohorts of euglycemic participants and participants with prediabetes or diabetes. Individuals with diabetes had significantly higher levels of EVs in their circulation than euglycemic control participants. Using a cell-specific EV assay, we identified that levels of erythrocyte-derived EVs are higher with diabetes. We found that insulin resistance increases EV secretion. Furthermore, the levels of insulin signaling proteins were altered in EVs from individuals with high levels of insulin resistance and β-cell dysfunction. Moreover, EVs from individuals with diabetes were preferentially internalized by circulating leukocytes. Cytokine levels in the media and in EVs were higher from monocytes incubated with diabetic EVs. Microarray of these leukocytes revealed altered gene expression pathways related to cell survival, oxidative stress, and immune function. Collectively, these results suggest that insulin resistance increases the secretion of EVs, which are preferentially internalized by leukocytes, and alters leukocyte function.
Sveriges relationer med Ryssland: kontinuitet och förändring historiskt och idag
Authors: Kragh Martin
Published: May 2018

Relations between Sweden and Russia have historically been characterized by continuity and stability, despite occasional periods of friction. On the one hand, Sweden and Russia have a more active bilateral agenda than what is usually recognized, primarily in the areas of trade, investments and cultural and educational exchanges. On the other hand, there are several issues – like the Ukraine conflict, the EU Eastern Partnership, Swedish NATO cooperation and the security situation in the Baltic Sea area – involving competing claims and interests between Sweden and Russia. Further, Swedish foreign policy since the 1990s has been framed within a multilateral context, and that has a bearing on Swedish–Russian relations as well. This situation is likely to continue, unless dramatic changes occur in the political relations between Russia and the Western powers.
Orientación educativa, mercado laboral y globalización: perspectivas de empleo de los programas educativos que ofrece la Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México a los jóvenes universitarios / Educational orientation, labor market and globalization: employment prospects of the educational programs offered by the Autonomous University of the State of Mexico to university students
Authors: Gutiérrez Gómez Rubén
Published: May 2018

En este artículo se presenta una aproximación al estudio de las relaciones entre orientación educativa, mercado laboral y globalización. Para esto se analiza el vínculo entre el empleo y la oferta profesional de las carreras que ofrece la Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México. La intención es reflexionar teóricamente en torno a las corrientes que explican y sustentan el discurso de la orientación educativa hacia el mercado de trabajo profesional y determinar si existe una relación funcional o conflictiva que requiera generar, si es necesario, otra perspectiva de estudio e intervención de la orientación con base en la información empírica obtenida. Esto a partir de las transformaciones técnico-estructurales que ha provocado la globalización económica en el campo de trabajo.
KESADARAN LINGKUNGAN DAN UPACARA GREBEG DI MAKAM SUNAN KALIJAGA
Authors: Purwadi Purwadi
Published: May 2018

This article discusses the traditional ceremony which is conductedto the natural harmony. The aim of this paper is firstly, to reveal the conceptwhich is constructed in traditional ceremony which is inherited bySunan Kalijaga. Secondly, it also discusses the cosmic awareness inJavanese spirituality. It is found that the environmental harmony conceptin traditional ceremony in Sunan Kalijagaâ€™s tomb has a local wisdom andvirtues that need to be preserved. The cosmic awareness which is built bySunan Kalijaga in the spreading of Islam is taking the local virtues andtransforming them into Islamic teaching.
MAKNA CINTA TUHAN DAN KONSEP TENTANG ALAM DALAM PUISI D. ZAWAWI IMRON
Authors: Wachid Abdul
Published: May 2018

This paper discusses the poem of D. Zawawi Imron were revealedabout the natureâ€™s religiosity using semiotics as interpretation methods.The universe is understood in relation to the transcendent reality andGod-centered. D. Zawawi Imronâ€™s worldview embodied in I-lyrics representationthat can be referenced in the Qur'an and the Hadith, related tothe relationship between human beings, the universe, and God. God manifestin the light of the heavens and the earth are manifested in variousforms, through nature and His names. In addition, the poem there is ameaning to life harmony by recognizing the existence and greatness ofGod, both in the universe and in human beings themselves.
TRADISI KLIWONAN: AKULTURASI BUDAYA ISLAM JAWA
Authors: Hidayat Muhamad Taufik
Published: May 2018

This article discusses the cultural assimilation of Kliwonan traditionwith Islamic teachings. Author took some views of Clifford Geertz toexplore the phenomenon of Kliwonan tradition. In that way, it is understoodthat there is a correlation between the pattern of Javanese life withthe teachings of Islam as something noble. Kliwonan done congregationaltradition and intimacy occurs between them. People who do become traditionKliwonan feel close to the Creator, the Almighty God. Tradition asa medium to get closer through the inner region.
BAWOR DAN KEARIFAN BUDAYA ISLAM JAWA BANYUMASAN
Authors: Soewargono Werdi Agung
Published: May 2018

This paper discusses Bawor as a local icon of the Banyumas. Baworis one of the characters that exist only in a clown-puppet in Banyumas.To understand Bawor, we need to understand the visual semiotics of personalitybased on his existing structure forms. Of these interpretations, itis understood that Bawor has characteristics of cablaka, glogok sor, innocent,critical, modest, and clamit, that is transformed the Banyumas society.Several personalities from Bawor in line with Islamic values becausepuppets that developing in Banyumas is the result of the spread of theteachings of Sunan Kalijaga.
STRATEGI PENYEBARAN TRADISI ISLAM PADA MASYARAKAT JAWA
Authors: Achidsti Sayfa Aulia
Published: May 2018

This paper intends to present a brief understanding of the generalcondition of the relationship between religion and society in Indonesia.No longer any prophet as role model of Islam led to debate about Islam asa doctrine and religious practice, which is in the course of time the socialand political aspects are often greatly influenced its development. Thecondition is not as simple as when the Prophet was alive. Islam is movingdevelopments not only in the Middle East means the area has resulted inthe distance from the center of Islam. Contextualization in terms of thephysical form of Islam to be logical here, namely local community as abody, and Islam as the content.
BATHARA KATONG, REYOG PONOROGO, DAN PENYEBARAN ISLAM DI JAWA
Authors: Hasanah Uswatun
Published: May 2018

The purpose of this article is to describe the origin of the town ofPonorogo as well as the existence of Reyog Ponorogo as local wisdomthat has been known worldwide. Historical emergence and establishmentof Reyog Ponorogo and the town of Ponorogo, relating to the role of thethe first head of this district, namely Bathara Katong, which brings withit the mission of spreading Islam. Results of the analysis of this articleproves that through Reyog Ponorogo, Bathara Katong open the gates ofIslam in Ponorogo.
TRADISI PERNIKAHAN ISLAM JAWA PESISIR
Authors: Maknun Moch. Lukluil
Published: May 2018

This research is included in naturalistic research which is intendedto explore the wedding ritual in Pekalongan, a town in the north part ofCentral Java which has a special characteristic. The ritual consists of severalsteps such as nakokke, sangsangan, nentokke dino, pasrahan tukon,malem midodaren, walimah, aqad nikah, resepsi, and balik kloso.Thespeciallity of Pekalongan wedding ritual arev (1) dating after engagement;(2) the brief series of ceremony; (3) the word walimah translated asreading maulid al-barzanji before akad nikah; (4) the couple do not sittogether in the ceremony; (5) a special term bedhol gelung; (6) an activityof balik kloso sisan tilik; (7) a special term nunggak seme; (8) thereare some models of invitation.
VISI PROFETIK PUISI YANG KARYA ABDUL WACHID B.S.
Authors: Indianto Dimas
Published: May 2018

This paper is a library research which analyzes the poem anthologyâ€˜Yangâ€™ of Abdul Wachid B.S. There are three dimensions from thepoems; the first is transcendental which consists of (a) pray and honesty,(b) tauhid, (c) piousness, (d) faith, (e) zikir, (f) the unity of man and God.The second is liberation; (a) understanding, (b) anti-harassment, (c) position-awareness, and (d) avoiding others from accident. The third is humanism;(a) helping each other, (b) obeying the rule, (c) affection.
BUDAYA PROFETIK DI PESANTREN SALAF
Authors: Afriani Dinda Wulan
Published: May 2018

This paper reveals the prophetic culture in Islamic boarding school.The culture is implemented by kiai as the heir of prophet's knowledge.Kiai becomes the central figure who has some concepts which followsthe prophet's attitude. In boarding school there are also some values todo goodness, to live in harmony. There are seven patterns of life whichare in accordance with the prophet's attitude; modesty, togetherness, independenceand responsibility, consistence, discipline, and sincerity.
PEOPLE EMPOWERMENT STRATEGIES THROUGH THE MOSQUES: CASE STUDY OF MASJID AL-JIHAD BRAYAN MEDAN
Authors: Soemitra Andri
Published: May 2018

Fakta saat ini menunjukkan bahwa di Indonesia tidak banyak program dan agenda pemberdayaan masyarakat dan pemberantasan kemiskinan yang menggunakan ajaran agama dan institusinya sebagai paradigma berfikir dan instrumennya. Padahal, sebagai negara dengan mayoritas penduduk beragama Islam, Indonesia memiliki kesempatan emas untuk melibatkan agama dan institusi agama dalam berbagai program dan strategi pemberdayaan masyarakat dan pemberantasan kemiskinan. Tulisan ini memperkuat tesis bahwa masjid sebagai institusi agama Islam memiliki potensi yang luar biasa apabila difungsikan sebagai salah satu instrumen strategi pemberdayaan masyarakat dan pemberantasan kemiskinan. Tesis penelitian ini dibuktikan lewat penelitian empiris pada Masjid Al-Jihad Pulo Brayan kota Medan. Hasil penelitian empiris memperkuat tesis penelitian ini bahwa program dan strategi pemberdayaan masyarakat dan pemberantasan kemiskinan lewat pendirian BMT Masjid Al-Jihad memberikan hasil yang positif dan dapat menjadi model pelibatan masjid dalam program pemberdayaan masyarakat dan pemberantasankemiskinan.
MASJID DALAM PELESTARIAN SENI BANGUNAN ISLAM DI MESIR
Authors: Febriani Nur Arfiyah
Published: May 2018

Salah satu efek ibadah adalah kebudayaan, dan kebudayaan tidak terlepas dari ibadah. Demikian dengan masjid dan seni. Dari masjid, lahir berbagai macam budaya yang melahirkan seni yang menyenangkan dan bermanfaat bagi kehidupan setiap orang yang bertandang kepadanya. Masjid, dalam sejarah pendiriannya dan proses yang dilalui mengalami kemajuan yang pesat, baik dari struktur bangunan dan fungsi yang semakin dikembangkan. Berangkat dari tempat yang menjadi pusat kegiatan masyarakat Mesir ini, memungkinkan masjid menjadi fasilitator dinamika seni dan budaya, politik, ekonomi dan pendidikan masyarakat setempat, yang pada akhirnya melahirkan sebuah universitas Islam tertua, ternama dan terbesar di dunia, al-Azhar.
PERTAUTAN EMOSI SEJARAH, MAGIS, DAN PENJAGA MAZHAB: ANALISIS TERHADAP MASJID AGUNG KYAI GEDE DI KOTAWARINGIN BARAT, KALIMANTAN TENGAH
Authors: Sulaiman Sulaiman
Published: May 2018

Masjid Kyai Gede adalah salah satu masjid peninggalan bersejarah di Kotawaringin Barat, Kalimantan Tengah. Dilihat dari bentuk arsitekturalnya, masjid ini mirip dengan Masjid Demak Jawa Tengah, yang mengindikasikan kuatnya pengaruh Demak di pedalaman Kalimantan. Selain itu, masjid ini juga mengandung aspek-aspek magis dan sekaligus penjaga mazhab ahlu al-sunnah wa al-jamÃ¢â€™ah. Dalam tulisan ini, penulis akan menganalisis masjid ini dalam tiga fokus bahasan: pertautan sejarah, unsur magis, dan penjaga mazhab.
KIAI: FIGUR ELITE PESANTREN
Authors: Ilahi Mohammad Takdir
Published: May 2018

In a pesantren (Islamic boarding school), kiai is an strategic element. Javanese kiai mainly believe that a pesantren is a small palace where he becomes the ultimate source of power and authority. Even though he lives in a rural village, he becomes a member of elite group in social, politic and economic sides in the society. Kiai who leads big pesantren has successfully enlarged their power in term of nation so kiai could be accepted in national elite. The position of kiai is higher among all pesantren elements. The degree as an Islamic scholar is exactly a sacred degree in pesantren culture and tradition. Without his figure, it is impossible for a pesantren to develop and survive. Kiai holds an ultimate position on educate the behavior and morality of the santri (students) to be qualified and compatible Muslims generation. Kiai is not only a leader but he is also the man behind the leadership itself in supporting the progress of Islamic education institution for Muslims generations.
SASTRA SUFISTIK MELAYU DAN SUNDA DI NUSANTARA: MEMPERTEMUKAN HAMZAH FANSURI DAN HAJI HASAN MUSTAPA
Authors: Rohmana Jajang A.
Published: May 2018

This article is aimed at analyzing the use of local symbols in Sufism literature in Nusantara. The objects of this study are Hamzah Fansuriâ€™s poems and Haji Hasan Mustapaâ€™s Sufism poems. Both writers were not only the biggest poets but also controversial in two different regions, Malay and Sunda. The analysis used in this study was semantic and intertextual approaches. This study found that there are five similarities between these two writers. First, both writers used poems as a spiritual expression of philosophical Sufism. Second, one of them used local symbolic image of Melayu coastal environment and the other used Pasundan mountainous nature. Third, both of them used poems as biographical expressions. Fourth, they both used quotations of verses or hadits in their poems. The fifth, they both criticized the breakage of Islamic law (syariah). This study shows that Hamzah and Mustapa tended to bephilosophical Sufism without ignoring syariah. For that reason, both the criticism of al-Raniri towards Hamzah and one of Sayyid â€˜Utsman towards Mustapa are not really appropriate. The differenti ation between the creator and the creature in local symbols of Malay and Sunda clearly shows the continuous influence of neo-Sufism on Muslim intellectuals networkingalong Indonesian Archipelago since 6th century. This study is significant to show that indigenization of Sufism in Indonesian archipelago can be seen in the use of various Sufism symbols, which reflect the background of its nature and culture. This also shows that distinction of Nusantara Islam mysticism identity cannot be separated from great narration of Sufism tradition in the world. In addition, this study strengthens the importance of interconnection between Islam of different culture in two different regions, Malay and Sunda.
SASTRA DALAM TRADISI PENDIDIKAN ISLAM
Authors: Sunhaji Sunhaji
Published: May 2018

This article stands on the idea that the spread and progress of Islam along the Indonesian Archipelago is influenced by literary works. They have become an important learning in Islamic boarding schools (Pesantren), which is intended to drive students (santri) not only to memorize al-Qurâ€™an and hadits, but also implement them in their real life. This condition can be seen in in the story telling method, which can develop certain characters through appreciating every aspect of life and learning to reproduce the good sides and avoid the bad ones. In such a condition, literary works can be used as a media, a method, even a strategy of learning.Â Tulisan ini diasumsikan dari pola pikir bahwa Islam Nusantaradipengaruhi oleh karya sastra. Karya sastra menjadi pembelajaran penting di pondok pesantren. Kondisi ini dapat dilihat dalam metode pembelajaran kisah yang dapat membentuk karakter melalui penghayataan setiap sisikehidupan sehingga orang bisa belajar untuk meniru tokoh tersebut apabila baik, juga dapat untuk tidak mengulangi kejadian-kejadian buruk yang ada dalam kisah. Dalam hal ini, karya sastra dapat menjadi media pembelajaran, metode, bahkan strategi pembelajaran.
MEMBACA PANCASILA: PERSPEKTIF KEARIFAN SUFI JALALL AL-DINN RUMMI
Authors: Sulaiman Sulaiman
Published: May 2018

Pancasila plays an important role in unifying the various backgrounds in Indonesia. Although it must be noted that today there is a group of Indonesian citizens who still reject Pancasila with reasons not in accordance with Islam. This rejection seems to be caused by a paradigm and a different perspective. Islam is a religion, and Pancasila is an ideology. As an ideology, Pancasila is the objectification of Islam, the religion objective elements exist in Pancasila. Universal values of Islam explicitlyanimating principle of Pancasila which has principles of divinity, humanity, unity, deliberation, and justice. This article will elaborate on these principles from the perspective of wisdom Sufi Jalal al-Din Rumi (1207- 1273). Sufism thought of Rumi will be used as an analysis tool in â€œreadingâ€ the principles of Pancasila, particularly the principle â€œBelief in God Almightyâ€ (â€œKetuhanan Yang Maha Esaâ€). The focus of the first principleis due to the historical fact on serious debate between the nationalist Muslims and secular Muslims on the one hand, and other religious groups, on the other hand, so that led to the compromise.Â Pancasila memegang peranan penting dalam mempersatukanberbagai macam latar belakang di Indonesia. Meskipun harus diakui bahwa hingga saat ini ada saja sekelompok warga negara Indonesia yang masih menolak Pancasila dengan alasan tidak sesuai dengan Islam. Penolakan ini tampaknya disebabkan oleh paradigma dan cara pandang yang berbeda. Islam adalah agama, dan Pancasila adalah sebuah ideologi. Sebagai ideologi, Pancasila merupakan objektivikasi dari Islam, yakni unsur-unsurobjektif agama ada dalam Pancasila. Nilai-nilai universal Islam secara eksplisit menjiwai muatan Pancasila yang berprinsip ketuhanan, kemanusiaan, persatuan, permusyawaratan, dan keadilan. Artikel ini akan mengelaborasi prinsip-prinsip tersebut dari perspektif kearifan (wisdom) sufi agung Jalal al-Din Rumi (1207-1273). Pemikiran tasawuf Rumi akan dijadikan sebagai pisau analisis dalam â€œmembacaâ€ (â€œreadingâ€) prinsipprinsip Pancasila, khususnya sila Ketuhanan Yang Maha Esa. Fokus terhadap sila pertama ini disebabkan oleh fakta sejarah adanya perdebatan yang serius antara Muslim-Nasionalis dan Muslim sekuler di satu sisi, dan kelompok agama lain, di sisi yang lain, sehingga berujung pada kompromi.
TRADISI POTONG RAMBUT GORONTALO (HUNDINGO)
Authors: Rahmat Abdul
Published: May 2018

Islamic religion has given a very detailed attention on children,since the processes of conception, pregnancy, birth, to the education from a baby to adult. All stages get attention and careful guidance. It shows how important maintain, care for and educate children from the very beginning. In Islam, there are some manners or guidance in welcoming the birth of a baby in between hair clippers ceremony. Embodiments of the local language to a particular culture can be seen in various aspects ofthe culture. Hundingo, as one of the local cultures, uses Gorontalo language. It can be found on the application of the meaning of direct and indirect language or languages of verbal and nonverbal language. In hundingo ceremony, on the seventh day of the babyâ€™s birth, it is suggested to cut the hair of the baby. This is as exemplified by Rasululah SAW when his grandsons Hasan and Husain werevborn. Prophet orderedto cut their hair and weigh the size of silver, then give in charity to the poor.
Doing Business in the House of God: Negotiation Space between Worship and Economics on Friday Prayer
Authors: Yafiz Muhammad
Published: May 2018

This article describes about Â negotiation space between worship and economics on Friday prayer at Masjid Ulul Albab (MUA) Medan. The main focus on this research is the appearance of pedagang kagetan (sudden traders) on Friday pray laying down their merchandises such as worship equipments, Moslem clothing, meal, snack, mineral water, etc around the mosque. The findings of this articles is the phenomenon where there is Â there is a change Â function of the mosque becomesÂ  a market. To understand the phenomenon, there are two questions appear: Â what are the factors that contribute to the negotiations of worship and the economy and how the practice of economic progress. This paper explains that the factors pushing this situation becauseÂ  there is Â â€œblurringâ€ between the room of worship and economic boundaries. ThusÂ  there is dominance of economic Â in the worship space. It happens because there is mutual need between merchants and pilgrims. It is done to meet the needs of the merchant family.