bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
IMPLEMENTASI PELATIHAN BERBASIS KOMPETENSI DI BALAI LATIHAN KERJA (BLK) DINAS TENAGA KERJA KABUPATEN GRESIK DALAM UPAYA MENGURANGI PENGANGGURAN
Authors: Muhammad Jaelani  , Sutono
Published: July 2023

Pelatihan adalah bagian dari pendidikan non formal yang merupakan proses belajar untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan dalam waktu yang relatif singkat serta pelaksanaannya lebih mengutamakan praktek daripada teori. Fokus masalah dalam penelitian ini adalah mendeskripsikan bagaimana hasil implementasi dari kebijakan pelatihan berbasis kompetensi di Balai Latihan Kerja (BLK) Dinas Tenaga Kerja Kabupaten Gresik dalam upaya mengurangi pengangguran. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah menggunakan jenis penelitian deskriptif dengan pendekatan kualitatif, data yang digunakan adalah primer dan sekunder yang diperoleh melalui hasil observasi, wawancara maupun dokumentasi. Subjek dalam penelitian ini yaitu; Ibu Issusilaningtyas Handayani dan Bapak Mohamad Eko serta beberapa alumni peserta pelatihan. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah model analisis Miles dan Huberman dengan menggunakan reduksi data, penyajian data dan penarikan kesimpulan. Uji keabsahan data yang digunakan adalah triangulasi sumber dan triangulasi metode melalui pengecekan data-data dari hasil penelitian dengan menggunakan teknik triangulasi sumber untuk menguji kredibilitas data melalui suatu metode sehingga data yang disajikan merupakan data yang absah. Hasil dari penelitian menunjukan bahwa peran yang dilakukan oleh Pemerintah melalui UPT-BLK Dinas Tenaga Kerja Kabupaten Gresik dalam upaya mengurangi pengangguran adalah dengan memberikan program pelatihan berbasis kompetensi kepada masyarakat bertujuan supaya mampu berdaya saing, terampil, kompeten dan produktif. Terdapat suatu kendala yang dapat menghambat kelancaran kegiatan pelatihan yaitu belum memiliki seorang Instruktur pelatihan yang berstatus sebagai pegawai tetap dan fasilitas saran-prasarana yang masih perlunya suatu perbaikan untuk kedepannya.
Pengaruh Motivasi Kerja Dan Disiplin Kerja Terhadap KInerja Pegawai Kantor Kecamatan Cileungsi
Authors: Siregar Lena Derian Manyasari
Published: July 2023

Abstract. The importance of human resources in order to achieve goals, basically agencies must provide excellent service to the community. Then employee performance must be considered by providing work motivation and paying attention to the discipline of its employees. The purpose of this study was to find out how much influence Work Motivation and Work Discipline have on the Performance of Employees at the Cileungsi District Office, either partially or simultaneously. The method used is a statistical quantitative method with a population of 55 employees. Data analysis technique using multiple linear regression analysis. The results of this study Work Motivation has a significant influence on Employee Performance. Work Discipline has a significant influence on Employee Performance. Work Motivation and Work Discipline simultaneously have a significant influence on Employee Performance. The contribution of the variable influence of Work Motivation and Work Discipline on Employee Performance is 0.384 or 38.4%. Therefore an organization must maximize the provision of motivation to employees and provide strict sanctions to employees who violate organizational rules so that employee performance can continue to increase.

Keywords: Work Motivation, Work Discipline and Employee Performance

 

Abstrak. Pentingnya sumber daya manusia demi mencapai tujuan, pada dasarnya instansi harus memberikan pelayanan prima bagi masyarakat. Maka kinerja pegawai harus diperhatikan dengan pemberian motivasi kerja dan memperhatikan kedisiplinan para pegawainya. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui seberapa besar pengaruh Motivasi Kerja dan Disiplin Kerja terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Kantor Kecamatan Cileungsi baik secara parsial maupun simultan. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode kuantitatif statistik dengan populasi sebanyak 55 pegawai. Teknik analisis data menggunakan analisis regresi linier berganda. Hasil dari penelitian ini Motivasi Kerja memiliki pengaruh terhadap Kinerja Pegawai secara signifikan. Disiplin Kerja memiliki pengaruh terhadap Kinerja Pegawai  secara signifikan. Motivasi Kerja dan Disiplin Kerja secara simultan mempunyai pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap Kinerja Pegawai. Kontribusi pengaruh variabel Motivasi Kerja dan Disiplin Kerja terhadap Kinerja Pegawai yaitu sebesar 0,384 atau 38,4%. Maka dari itu suatu organisasi harus lebih memaksimalkan pemberian motivasi kepada para pegawai dan memberi sanksi tegas kepada para karyawan yang melanggar aturan organisasi agar kinerja pegawai dapat terus meningkat.

Kata kunci: Motivasi Kerja, Disiplin Kerja dan Kinerja Pegawai
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan Terhadap Kepuasan Pelanggan Pada PT. Indah Logistik Cargo
Authors: Ika Tirta Candra Rini  , Nurhadi Nugroho
Published: July 2023

This study aims to find out whether there is an Effect of Service Quality on Customer Satisfaction. The population in this study is all customers of PT. Indah Logistics Cargo, of which 60 people were respondents in this study. This research uses primary data obtained by distributing questionnaires. The data analysis method in this research uses multiple linear regression, which is operated through the SPSS 26 program. The results showed that the t test for the service quality variable (X) affects customer satisfaction (Y). This can be seen from the calculation of 16,905 with a significance level of 0.000 < 0.05. Thus the hypothesis (H1) is accepted. For customer satisfaction variable (Y). This can be seen from the calculation of 1,391 with a singnificance rate of 0.000 < 0.05. Thus (Y) is accepted. Based on the F test, it is known that the singnification value is 0.000 or < 0.05. This shows that simultaneously the independent variable of servicequality (X) if applied together has a significant effect on customer satisfaction(Y). Based on the coefficient of determination test (R2), the value of the coefficient of determination in this study was 0.831 or 83.1%. This shows that 83.1% of customer satisfaction is influenced by the independent variables of service quality (X) and customer satisfaction (Y), while the remaining 16.9% is influenced by other variables that are not included in this research model.
PENGARUH BUDAYA ORGANISASI TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN DI RUMAH SAKIT
Authors: Bisma Ayodha Kurniawan Putra  , Syadzalina Bilqis  , Catharina Aprilia Hellyani
Published: July 2023

Rumah sakit selaku penyedia layanan kesehatan memuat berbagai pekerjaan dan tugas yang berlainan. Tergantung pada jenis kelas rumahsakit tersebut. Profesi ini mencakup pelayanan kesehatan umum, spesialis, dan sub spesialis. Jumlah karyawan di Rumah Sakit disesuaikan dengan jenisnya. Karakteristik, semangat kerja dan loyalitassumber daya manusia mencerminan citra yang khas bagi rumah sakit agar dapat terus berkembang dan memperbaiki diri. Tujuan dari Literatur review ini adalah menganalisis pengaruh budaya organisasiterhadap kinerja karyawan yang bekerja di RumahSakit. Metode penelitian ini adalah literature review memanfaatkan mesin pencari yaitu Google Scholar,Researchgate dan Course hero. Kriteria penelusuran artikel meliputi rentang waktu antara 2013 hingga2023 dan hanya terbatas di rumah sakit. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan adanya hubungan positif dan pengaruh signifikan antara budaya organisasi sebagai variable bebas dan kinerja karyawan sebagaivariable terikat. Dengan demikian, kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah bahwa budaya organisasiberpengaruh terhadap kinerja karyawan.
PRESPEKTIF AYAT AL-QUR’AN DALAM ETIKA BISNIS ISLAM KONTEMPORER
Authors: Nabbila Faricha Lita , Syakur Ahmad
Published: July 2023

Business with everything that happens in people's lives every day in general. The large number of businesses and the variety of business motives and orientations as well as the increasing complexity of business problems, sometimes makes business people fixated on trying anything to achieve their goals, especially if the goal is only to seek profit and profit. So that negative actions often occur, which eventually become habits in business behavior. If so, it is not uncommon for business actors to be identified with dirty deeds, because there are behaviors such as lying, betrayal, breaking promises, deceiving and defrauding others. This article describes business in an Islamic approach which includes Islamic business concepts, Islamic business principles and normative foundations of Islamic business by using a review of literature studies by examining interpretations of the Qur'an regarding the relationship between verses and existing ethical rules. Islamic business must be based on Islamic ethics which originate from the Al-Qur'an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. Generally, business ethics is a normative discipline, whereby certain ethical standards are formulated and then applied. It makes specific judgments about what is right or wrong, that is to say, makes claims about what to do or what not to do.
Analisis Laporan Keuangan Segmentasi Pada Perusahaan PT Kino Indonesia Tbk
Authors: Icha Nurfadhilla  , Windi Julianti  , Yustin Giftiani  , Siti Rodiah
Published: July 2023

Companies going public usually make disclosures on the reporting of segmentation of their company's operations. Segmentation reporting aims for stakeholders to see the company's financial statements behind the consolidated amount for each component that makes up the entity. In PT Kino Indonesia Tbk there are five segments in it, including body care, beverages, food, pharmaceuticals and pet food. This study aims to analyze the segment in accordance with the ten percent test of revenue, profit and loss and assets in the 2018-2022 Annual Report. In analyzing this segment report in accordance with PSAK number 5. The method carried out in this study is a qualitative descriptive method. The results of research at PT Kino Indonesia Tbk, it can be concluded that from these three tests, the average segment that can be reported is the segment (body care, beverages, and food) because it passed the ten percent test. While in the segment (pharmaceutical and pet food) All three tests could not be reported because they did not pass the 10% test. Thus, PT Kino Indonesia Tbk and subsidiaries from 2018 to 2022 are still less effective in implementing PSAK 5.
The Role of Law in Addressing Racial Disparities in the Criminal Justice System: A Social Science Perspective
Authors: Noviyantho Rino
Published: July 2023

From a sociological viewpoint, this article explores how the legislation might help reduce racial inequalities within the criminal justice system. Empirical evidence on racial bias and inequities in policing and the criminal justice system is analyzed, with help from theoretical frameworks like critical race theory and procedural justice theory. We also examine the opposing interests and ambitions of the many political actors participating in the reform of the police force. Using descriptive data, we can better understand the problems currently plaguing law enforcement and better articulate the critical need for change. In order to construct a more just and equitable criminal justice system, we end by stressing the significance of taking a data-driven and nuanced approach to resolving these concerns. Law, racial inequality, the criminal justice system, and police reform are all topics covered in this article.
Exploring the Role of Public Policy in Adapting to the Challenges and Opportunities of Emerging Technologies
Authors: Adedeji Yejide
Published: July 2023

This research paper investigates how government policy can be modified to meet the opportunities and threats posed by rapidly developing technologies. This article focuses on Examine how emerging technologies are affecting our democracy, personal lives, economy, and culture. New technology potential benefits and drawbacks are compared, and policy shortcomings and roadblocks are identified. The thesis also examines policy options for regulating emerging technologies like blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and the Internet of Things. The effectiveness and viability of various policy methods are reviewed, and the significance of public participation in technological policy-making is emphasized. The use of digital technologies, citizen juries, collaborative policy-making, education and awareness-raising campaigns, consultations, public hearings, and citizen juries are a few of the methods proposed to promote public participation and engagement in technological policy-making processes. The entire thesis emphasizes the value of proactive and transparent government with reference to technology improvements. Governments may better ensure that new technologies are used in ways that are beneficial for society, the economy, the environment, and everyone's rights and freedoms by allowing citizens to provide input on policy decision.
Analysis of Citizen's Charter Policy as A Strategy for Improving the Quality of Public Services in the Issuance of Driving License
Authors: Harianja Marasi Kindly
Published: July 2023

The service of driving licenses (SIM) is one of the public services of various other public services owned by the National Police. The state gives full authority to the Police to provide these services as stipulated in Law no. 22 of 2009 concerning Road Traffic and Transportation. The purpose of this study is to 1) analyze the issuance of SIMs at the Sorong Polres, 2) analyze the Citizen's Charter policy (service contract) as a strategy to improve the quality of public services in issuing SIMs at the Sorong Polres. This study uses a qualitative approach, using a case study research method. Data collection was carried out using interview techniques, observation and document review. This research was conducted in early September 2021 with a total of 15 respondents consisting of members of the Indonesian National Police and the public. The location of the research was carried out at the Sorong Police Station. From the results of the study it was concluded that the SIM issuance service at the Sorong Polres is still not optimally implemented for the community because the SIM issuance service at the Sorong Polres is still exclusive and elite capture, with a gap between service quality and cultural dimensions in the SIM issuance service at the Sorong Polres then a strategic policy formulation is needed to improve the quality of public services that are more excellent than the previous services. The advice given is to make fundamental improvements to the SIM issuance service at the Sorong Polres in order to improve the quality of service, build a good service culture, namely having dedication, integrity, discipline, honesty and trustworthiness in providing services to the community, using software that can be displayed directly on service room so that it can quickly find out what is the criticism and input from the community in service, on mobile SIM cars added to the product by issuing new SIMs, there is intense supervision from the Provos Polres Sorong to monitor service officers, and adopting a Citizen's Charter (service contract) compiled and designed between the Sorong Police and other stakeholders and the community.
Eficiência nutricional e produtiva das Braquiárias brizantha e Decumbens, como plantas forrageiras e de cobertura do solo
Authors: Santos Dalmo de Freitas , De Oliveira Mauro Wagner , Soares Esly da Costa , Bhatt Rajan , Kölln Oriel Tiago , Da Silva Marcos  César Ferreira
Published: July 2023

As braquiárias (Urochloa spp.) tem sido muito utilizada na pecuária e na agricultura brasileira, como plantas forrageiras e de cobertura de solo. Assim, o objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar no ambiente edafoclimático de Coruripe, região leste do estado de Alagoas, a produção e a qualidade bromatológica das braquiárias brizantha e decumbens, bem como o potencial produtivo destas plantas como recobridoras do solo e recicladoras de nutrientes.  O solo utilizado foi um Latossolo Vermelho-Amarelo distrófico, de textura média, tendo saturação por bases de 47% na camada de 0 a 20 cm, teor médio de fósforo e alto de potássio. A semeadura das braquiárias foi realizada em abril, logo após o início das chuvas. O delineamento experimental foi o de blocos ao acaso, com cinco repetições, sendo as parcelas constituídas de cinco sulcos de cinco metros de comprimento, espaçados de 0,60 metros. No fundo do sulco aberto para a semeadura foi aplicado fósforo, na dose equivalente a 50 kg de P ha-1 (equivalente a 114,5 kg de P2O5) usando o superfosfato simples com fonte de P. As adubações nitrogenada e potássica foram realizadas em cobertura, quando as plantas apresentaram cerca de 5 cm de altura. As adubações de cobertura foram em doses equivalentes a 150 ha-1, usando o sulfato de amônio e cloreto de potássio como fontes de nutrientes.  As avaliações da produção e a qualidade bromatológica das braquiárias foram realizadas aos 45 dias após a emergência das plantas (D.A.E), quando as plantas apresentavam cerca de 90 a 95% de interceptação luminosa. Na avaliação do potencial de acúmulo de matéria seca e reciclador de nutrientes, as avaliações foram aos 105 D.A.E. As braquiárias brizantha e decumbens tiveram alta taxa de crescimento, mas na avaliação realizada 45 D.A.E, a braquiária decumbens teve acúmulo de matéria seca em toda a parte aérea 25% maior que a braquiária brizantha, alcançando 6,28 t de matéria seca por hectare. Quanto a concentração de nutrientes na forragem, as braquiárias tiveram a mesma concentração de proteína bruta, fósforo e magnésio. Para o cálcio, os teores na parte aérea da braquiária brizantha foram maiores que os da braquiária decumbens, ocorrendo o contrário quanto à concentração de enxofre. Na avaliação realizada aos 105 D.A.E., como plantas de cobertura de solo e recicladoras de nutrientes, as braquiárias tiveram alta produtividade, contudo o acúmulo médio de matéria seca e a ciclagem de nitrogênio, fósforo e potássio pela braquiária brizantha superou os da braquiária decumbens. Por outro lado, não houve diferença significativa entre as braquiárias quanto ao acúmulo de cálcio, magnésio e enxofre.
Materialização das ações do Plano Nacional de Assistência Estudantil na Universidade Federal de Alagoas em período de pandemia
Authors: Da Silva Edivan Claudino Soares , Simonard Pedro
Published: July 2023

As ações da assistência estudantil são mecanismos pelo qual deve subsidiar a permanência do estudante em vulnerabilidade socioeconômica no ensino superior, nesse sentido, o estudo em questão objetiva apresentar as ações desenvolvidas pela Universidade Federal de Alagoas em consonância com o plano nacional de assistência estudantil no período de ensino remoto. A metodologia para o desenvolvimento do estudo apresenta uma abordagem qualitativa, valendo-se do estudo descritivo. Foi realizado um estudo bibliográfico para levantar as fontes de discussão, além do estudo documental, que teve como fonte de dados os relatórios de gestão da Ufal, dos anos 2020 e 2021. Com a pesquisa é notável que nos anos de 2020 e 2021 a UFAL desenvolveu ações em quase todas as áreas de atuação do PNAES, cumprindo assim seu papel para a sociedade.
Prevenção de parasitoses em escolares por meio da educação em saúde: relato de experiência
Authors: Sampaio Anna Caroline Loyola , Lins José Jefferson da Silva Cavalcanti , Arruda Mariana Vitória Souza , Silva Neto Plácido de Carvalho , Santana Marília Soares , Gomes Carla Maria Macedo , Galvão Pauliana Valéria Machado , Da Silva Carolina Maria
Published: July 2023

As enteroparasitoses são consideradas um grave problema de saúde pública e estão intimamente relacionadas às condições de pobreza, sendo as crianças o grupo etário mais acometido, devido aos hábitos higiênicos insuficientes e falta de conhecimento em relação à prevenção. Neste contexto a educação em saúde surge como uma ferramenta aliada para o controle das parasitoses. Desta forma, objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar e ampliar o conhecimento sobre prevenção de parasitoses intestinais em infantes em idade escolar por meio de ações de educação em saúde. Trata-se de um relato de experiência das atividades extensionistas do Projeto “Avaliação do Conhecimento e Profilaxia das Parasitoses Intestinais em Escolares” desenvolvido em escolas públicas do Município de Serra Talhada-PE. Antes e após as ações educativas foi aplicado um teste visando avaliar o conhecimento acerca das parasitoses intestinais. A partir da realização das medidas educativas e análise dos dados do pré-teste e pós-teste foi verificado que o objetivo de educar as crianças acerca das parasitoses intestinais foi alcançado, destacando a educação em saúde com um instrumento de grande relevância para controle e combate às enteropasitoses em escolares.
LA ERGONOMÍA PARA EL TRABAJO REMOTO DE LOS DOCENTES DE LA UNIVERSIDAD COOPERATIVA DE COLOMBIA Y SUS IMPLICACIONES EN LA PRODUCTIVIDAD LABORAL PROYECTO - CASO DE ESTUDIO
Authors: Romero-Haddad Celene , Puente-Jabib Katia de La , Alfonso-Garzón Luis
Published: July 2023

La Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia implementó el trabajo remoto como medida para continuar con los semestres académicos durante los años 2020 y 2021, debido a la contingencia causada por la pandemia del Covid-19. Sin embargo, se observó que muchos docentes enfrentaron dificultades para realizar sus actividades de manera óptima, ya que carecían de las herramientas necesarias para el trabajo remoto. Esto tuvo repercusiones en su salud física y mental, así como en la calidad de las clases impartidas. A partir de esta observación, se planteó el objetivo general de analizar la ergonomía del trabajo remoto de los docentes de la Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia y su impacto en la productividad laboral. La metodología utilizada fue de investigación descriptiva, que consistió en caracterizar una muestra de la población docente que realizó trabajo remoto. También se realizó investigación documental para obtener información sobre la ciencia de la ergonomía y diseñar una estructura adecuada para el trabajo remoto de los docentes. Se empleó un enfoque cuantitativo, recolectando datos a través de una encuesta aplicada a los docentes de las 16 sedes de la Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia en el país. La población total son 3.615 docentes, la muestra se seleccionó utilizando un muestreo aleatorio simple y se solicitó la colaboración de la oficina de gestión humana para difundir la encuesta en línea. Se obtuvieron un total de 142 respuestas.
Positive-Negative Affectivity and Decision Making Among Mindfulness Meditators and Non-Meditators
Authors: Das Abhinav , Arya Yogesh Kumar , Pandey Shubham , Srivastava Akanksha , Chauhan Himanshu , Thakur Yamini
Published: July 2023

Mindfulness has gained significant attention in recent years due to its potential benefits for

cognitive and emotional processes. However, how mindfulness interplays with affect to exert its

effect on decision-making remains relatively less explored. The present study examined and

compared the performance of both mindfulness meditators and non-meditators on decisionmaking

tasks under different affective states. A total of 100 participants (50 mindfulness meditators

and 50 non-meditators) responded to the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ) and

performed the Iowa Gambling Task (IGT). Both groups were further divided into positive affect

and negative affect conditions. The International Affective Picture System (IAPS) was used to

induce positive and negative affective states among the participants. The baseline affective state

of the participants was assessed using the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS).

Independent sample t-tests and a univariate ANOVA were computed to analyze the obtained

data. Results showed that mindfulness meditators scored significantly higher on the total FFMQ

as well as on its different facets. Furthermore, the results revealed a significant main effect of

mindfulness and the affect group on IGT performance. The interaction between mindfulness and

affective conditions was also found to be significant. Mindfulness meditators performed equally

well on IGT under both positive and negative affect conditions, whereas non-meditators

performed better only under positive affect conditions. The findings have practical implications,

as they suggest that mindfulness meditation enhances decision-making by promoting effective

emotion regulation and suppressing impulsive responses during decision-making in different

domains of life.
FROM THE EDITORS
Authors: Alejziak Wiesław , Zmyślony Piotr , Handszuh Henryk
Published: July 2023

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TOURISM: FROM REARGUARD ACTION TO VANGUARD VISION?
Authors: Haberstroh Max
Published: July 2023

Purpose. The aim of the study is to show the potentialities of travel and tourism on how to strengthen their impact, increase economic, environmental and social effects and demonstrate their industrial relevance in ordinary and extraordinary times.Method. This is an essay, based upon extended documentation, expert-talks, lectures given at technical universities and 40+ years of professional experience in management positions and on assignments in more than 20 countries.Findings. Leaving ones comfort zone is a must to explore new shores a useful idea in daily life and often a painful insight in times of crisis. We recall travel and tourism being highly affected by COVID-19, while its impact as a service industry was considered non-relevant. A nightmare and a wake-up call, too: more of the same is a no-go, rearguard action that will be useless. Instead, a strategic vanguard vision will include cross-cooperation, a change of paradigm and the enhancement of travel and tourism from a purely commercial viewpoint as a service industry to its higher purpose: Travel & Tourism (T&T) as an orchestrated cluster of multi-level communication tools, empowering T&T leaders to develop, promote and brand a country or region as a place to live, to work, to invest and to travel to. Furthermore, the self-proclaimed worlds Number One peace industry [see: International Handbook on Tourism and Peace 2013], is prone to play a far more important role as a recognised peace-maker on international forums.Research conclusions and limitations. The findings represent a personal expert opinion, they will require large-scale surveys and extensive interviews to be empirically verified.Practical implications. A more visionary leadership, cross-sector as well as key-stakeholder networking and structural amendments will be necessary; pilot projects are recommended.Originality. The Author is not aware of any similar endeavour.Type of paper. Discussion (polemical) article.
REPORT FROM THE XII INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE TOURISM IN SOCIAL SCIENCES. MANAGEMENT IN THE HOTEL INDUSTRY IN THE CONTEXT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, BUKOWINA TATRZASKA, 17-18 OCTOBER, 2022
Authors: Panasiuk Aleksander , Szczechowicz Bartosz
Published: July 2023

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Studying the influence of waste glass and montmorillonite powders on the thermal conductivity and hardness of poly(methyl methacrylate) polymer matrix
Authors: Almansoori A. , Ghadban R.A. , Ali M.H. , Sabri M.M.
Published: July 2023

The present study aims to evaluate the effect of montmorillonite nanoclay (MMT) and waste glass powder (WGP) on the hardness and thermal conductivity of PMMA polymer composites. Thus, this study concentrates on the potential use of MMT and WGP as reinforcements, in different concentrations, in PMMA polymer matrix, with the expectation of improving the performance of PMMA polymer composites in various applications.There is a growing demand for PMMA with increased mechanical properties and thermal stability for applications where inorganic glass would fail. Montmorillonite (MMT) clay and Waste Glass Powder (WGP) have physical and chemical properties compatible with PMMA. Therefore, they could potentially enhance PMMAs hardness and thermal conductivity. Silicon dioxide in glass silica and MMT and octahedral aluminium hydroxide sheet in MMT can strengthen both covalent and hydrogen bonding architecture in PMMA composite for better mechanical strength and thermal conductivity. Thus, PMMA composites were designed by combining MMT powder and WGP powder in different ratios before being incorporated into the PMMA polymer matrix and tested for hardness and thermal conductivity.The present study measured Brinell Hardness (HB) and electrical conductivity values of four PMMA composites containing different proportions of MMT and WGP. MMT/WGP filler mix had optimal hardiness (HB number = 74) when glass content was 1% (3MMT1G) or better still (HB number = 63) when an equal mix ratio was used (1MMT1G). PMMA composite with 3MMT1G also had the highest thermal conductivity (0.01899W/m.K-1). However, the higher the glass content, the lower the thermal conductivity of the PMMA composite. Thus, the present study has demonstrated that 3MMT1G filler was the best for enhancing the thermal and mechanical properties of PMMA composite.The results of this study demonstrate the potential of this new composite material for a variety of applications. Further research is needed to explore the full potential of this material and to develop new and improved versions.Reusing waste glass as filler materials in composites requires minimal processing and therefore has lower environmental impacts than synthetic options.Experimental data from the present study has provided new insights into Glass/MMT mix design in PMMA composites. The PMMA composite containing 3MMT1G exhibited the best hardness and thermal conductivity characteristics. Thus, the present study has successfully optimised Glass/MMT mix design for PMMA composite for applications requiring these features.
O USO DA MATEMÁTICA NA GESTÃO DOS RECURSOS HÍDRICOS, COM ALUNOS DE 5 (CINCO) ESCOLAS ESTADUAIS DO ENSINO MÉDIO EM BOA VISTA/RR, COM ÊNFASE NO DESPERDÍCIO DE ÁGUA NO PERÍODO DE 2014 A 2015.
Authors: Moura Aluízio Gomes de
Published: July 2023

A presente tese é uma continuação dos trabalhos do mestrado que busca refletir sobre as transformações recentes e dinâmicas na gestão do direito ambiental nos licenciamentos dos recursos minerais, ao mesmo tempo, com um desenvolvimento sustentável. O ambiente exige múltiplas abordagens para sua compreensão, é que a produção humana na extração dos recursos minerais, afeta a natureza e esta lhe dá um retorno. Para cada disciplina, a matemática utilizando-se dos recursos tecnológicos que são ferramentas importantíssimas para dinamizar uma aula, criando temáticas que vão inovando para temas transversais (Meio Ambiente). Pode-se apresentar um universo de sugestões, princípios da interdisciplinaridade uma perspectiva nova para a educação. Na literatura atual pedagógica se atendem às perspectivas da educação do futuro, baseado na sustentabilidade, na virtualidade, na globalização e na transdisciplinaridade. Para tanto, usaremos algumas situações contextualizadas para apresentar a importância da Matemática na gestão do Direito Ambiental no licenciamento dos recursos hídricos, como importante instrumento de proteção ao meio ambiente, para garantir a boa qualidade de vida, o combate ao desperdício de água, o aumento da solidariedade e a preocupação com as futuras gerações. Todavia, é inegável que essa proteção ambiental reflete-se no planejamento das atividades de: educação ambiental-social-econômica e jurídica nas políticas de desenvolvimento sustentável de um país.
CONSIDERAÇÕES HISTÓRICAS E CONCEITUAIS SOBRE A ABORDAGEM TERRITORIAL EM POLÍTICAS PÚBLICAS
Authors: Estevam Stênio Maia
Published: July 2023

A presente pesquisa tem como objetivo principal discutir como vem sendo utilizado o recorte areal do território na implantação das políticas públicas. Para alcançar esse objetivo, foram realizadas leituras e reflexões sobre a temática proposta, buscando autores como Azevedo (2003), Haesbaert (2004), Raffestin (1993), Rua (1998), Saquet (2011), Souza (2006), dentre outros. As discussões a que nos propomos partem do pressuposto de que a adoção do recorte territorial pelas políticas públicas se deu principalmente em virtude das mudanças que vinham ocorrendo a nível nacional e internacional em que o Estado passa a reconhecer as novas dinâmicas presentes no espaço e a necessidade de incorporar e reavaliar os instrumentos governamentais.
The nutrient status of paddy fields is based on the results of the analysis of the Rice Soil Test Device (RSTD) in Jerukagung Village, Klirong District, Kebumen Regency.
Authors: Fatmawati Nurlaila , Setyawan Heri , Haryanto Toni
Published: July 2023

This study aims to determine the nutrient status of the soil and obtain fertilization recommendations based on the results of the analysis of the Rice Soil Test Device (RSTD) in Jerukagung Village, Klirong District, Kebumen Regency. Data collection was carried out by data analysis with RSTD, direct interviews and distribution of questionnaires to farmers who own rice fields. Sample selection is carried out by random sample method (probability sampling). The number of samples taken by 30 farmers from 4 farmer groups who have paddy fields in Jerukagung Village, Klirong District, Kebumen Regency.Based on the test results using RSTD, with a low N content (86.67%) so it needs to be fertilized 250 kg of Urea / ha. The P content is high (86.67%) so it needs to be fertilized 50 kg SP-36/ha. The K content is medium (73.33%) so it needs to be fertilized 50 kg KCl / ha or by using straw as much as 5 tons / ha. The degree of acidity or pH in general is neutral (60%), which is in the range of pH 6-7 so that the recommendation for N fertilization is in the form of Urea with a conventional drainage system.
Evaluation of the Effects of Heavy Metals on Sediments and Rainwater Samples Due to Gas Flaring in the South Eastern Nigeria
Authors: Reuben Ubulom, Simeon , Eno Akpan, Ubong , Joseph Yawo, Okwet , Chrysanthus Essien, Idorenyin , Okon Edemumo, Friday
Published: July 2023

This study evaluates the concentrations of heavy metals in sediment and rainwater samples of Ibeno, south eastern Nigeria due to gas flaring. Surface sediment samples were collected randomly in six different sites during the dry season in the intertidal zone at extremely low tide from the flare point to a distance of about 250m away from the flare site. Rainwater samples were collected with the use of pre-clean basins at an open space in three selected communities of Ibeno and were transferred into different sterilized plastic rubbers with their labels. These samples were transported to the laboratory for analysis of heavy metals concentrations using a particle induced x-ray emission (PIXE) technique. Heavy metals such as Titanium (Ti), Chromium (Cr), Manganese (Mn), Iron (Fe), Copper (Cu), Zinc (Zn), Rubidium (Rb), Strontium (Sr), Zirconium (Zr) and Lead (Pb) were analyzed in sediments while Vanadium (V), Arsenic (As), Nickel (Ni), Lead (Pb), Iron (Fe), Copper (Cu), Zinc (Zn), Chromium (Cr), Manganese (Mn) and Cadmium (Cd) were obtained in rainwater. The concentrations of Iron (Fe) in sediments are higher at the study area than every other elements but Manganese (Mn) poses more negative effects than others. The four pollution indices such as enrichment factor (EF), geo-accumulation index (Igeo), contamination factor (CF) and pollution load index (PLI) were employed to assess the contamination status of heavy metals in sediment samples of the study area. The results revealed the elemental trend to be in descending order in each area of this study, which followed the sequence Mn> Zn> Pb> Cu> Fe> Sr> Rb> Cr> Ti >Zr, while PLI revealed the extent of pollution in each site which ranged from 1.44 to 1.94. Most of the heavy metals concentrations in sediments such as Mn, Zn, Pb, Cu and Fe were far above the permissible limits, while in rainwater samples Pb, Cd, Ni, Fe and Mn were far above the permissible limits by WHO, 2008 and NSDWQ, 2007. This revealed that the rainwater in the study area were not free from toxicity and are unfit for drinking. Analysis of multi-variant statistics such as Pearson’s correlation coefficient and cluster analysis were also applied to ascertain the relationship and sources of investigated heavy metals. Both positive and negative correlations were observed among some heavy metals at 0.01 and 0.05 levels, while the cluster analysis revealed four main clusters. The study revealed that the ecosystems in the studied areas were vulnerable to bioaccumulation of heavy metals in that soil which could be of hazard effect to the ecosystem.
FIELD SCREENING OF BRINJAL ACCESSIONS FOR RESISTANCE AGAINST BRINJAL SHOOT AND FRUIT BORER, Leucinodes orbonalis (Lepidoptera: Guenee)
Authors: PRIYADHARSAN R. , MUTHUKUMARAN N.
Published: July 2023

Resistance potential of 100 brinjal accessions against brinjal shoot and fruit borer (BSFB) was evaluated under field condition at Sivapuri village, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu, India in Kharif 2020. The data obtained from this study revealed that amongst the 100 accessions screened, the lowest shoot and fruit damage was observed on the genotype IC-136546 followed by IC-136451 whereas, the highest shoot and fruit damage was observed on Manapaarai Local followed by IC-089847. Based on the standard scale, none of the accessions show immune response to BSFB. Hence, the accessions which imparted resistance against the BSFB were selected for breeding to develop BSFB resistance varieties.
REACTION OF COWPEA GENOTYPES FOR RESISTANCE AGAINST LEGUME POD BORER, Maruca vitrata (Fabricius)
Authors: AARTHI S. , SELVANARAYANAN V.
Published: July 2023

Among different pulses, cowpea is considered as most important source of nutrition to human and livestock. Several insect pests cause major constraint in cowpea production. Among the pests, the legume pod borer, Maruca vitrata (Fabricius) is a serious threat which ultimately reduces the quality and quantity of the economic produce. Management of M. vitrata using insecticides is commonly followed. But, indiscriminate use of insecticides leads to unwanted repercussions in the environment. It prompted to turn the focus on eco friendly methods to manage this pest. Among various management methods, use of tolerant and/or resistant genotypes is the first line of defence against insect pests. In the light of this consideration, 280 cowpea genotypes were screened against M. vitrata during Rabi, 2020 and Kharif, 2021 seasons at Vallampadugai Village, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu state, India. The per cent flower and pod infestation were noted at different days after sowing. The results revealed that, minimum flower infestation was noted on IC-202800(6.60% and 5.00%) in both rabi and kharif. Maximum infestation in rabi and kharif was noted on IC-249141(76.66%) and IC-9883 (66.66%) respectively. Minimum and maximum per cent pod infestation was noted on IC-39870 (15.00% in rabi and 10.00% in kharif) and EC-161916(100% in rabi and 93.33% in kharif) in both seasons. Based on per cent pod damage, 30 genotypes were found highly resistant, with 52 moderately resistant, 81 susceptible genotypes and 38 highly susceptible genotypes in rabi season. In kharif, 18 genotypes were highly resistant and 86 genotypes have recorded moderately resistant in contrast to 13 genotypes secured highly susceptible ratings.
IN-SILICO PRIMER DESIGNING USING 18S rRNA GENES OF MONOGENEAN PARASITE, Thaparocleidus wallagonius
Authors: SINGH KALPANA , ADHANA PREETI , GARG VANDANA
Published: July 2023

Thaparocleidus wallagonius is a monogenean parasite and a fish-borne pathogen with a worldwide distribution. The present study focuses on in silico analysis of 18S rDNA of Thaparocleidus wallagonius collected from the fish Wallago attu from India. 18S rDNA serves as the source of taxonomic, standard reference sequences and systematic markers. The objective of genomics is the quantification, the collective characterization of the genes present in an organism, their influence, and interrelations on the organism. In this study, we designed 10 primers of the 18S rDNA sequence. 18S rRNA genes may be more useful in identifying the most efficient rRNA genes for genetic engineering and in understanding the relationship of the parasite with its host. The discovery of these primers will aid drug design studies, which could be a valuable tool for improving health of animal.
STUDY OF LIVESTOCK FEED RESOURCES AND NUTRITIONAL VALUES OF MAJOR LIVESTOCK FEEDS IN DOYOGENA DISTRICT, SOUTHERN ETHIOPIA
Authors: TADESSE FELEKE , LAMBORE TSEDEKE , BOKE NEGUSSE , KIFLE ZEWUDIE , GIRMA MELESE , SEMEBO MELESE , CHUFAMO SOLOMON , ERSINO ALEMU , DOBOCH DINSA
Published: July 2023

The main barrier to livestock production in Ethiopia is an insufficient supply of feed, both in terms of quantity and quality. This study was conducted in the Doyogena district of the Kembata-Tembaro zone of Southern Ethiopia with the objectives of determining the availability and nutritive value of major livestock feeds; conserving and utilizing available feed resources. The utilization practices of different feeds was assessed with a self-structured questionnaires. Chemical composition of major feed resources was estimated in animal nutrition lab of Hawassa University. Natural pasture and crop leftovers are key feed resources in the area and cultivated forages were only lately introduced, with limited adoption due to agricultural land scarcity. Their use for livestock feed had been hindered by economic, inadequate handling and processing problems. The involvement of the government for improving the financial capabilities of farmers with improved technologies related to feeding crop residues and natural pastures were suggested as an important strategy. Chemical analysis on major feed resources indicated that there were significant (p<0.05) difference among the feed types in CP and NDF content.  The CP varied from 5.37% to 79.24% in woynadega while in kola it ranged from 4.54% to 79.41%. In the woynadega agroecology, the NDF content ranged from 44.17% to 79.24%, whereas in kola, it ranged from 44.13 % to 79.41 %. ADF and lignin contents were also significantly different (P<0.05). The ADF and lignin contents ranged from 12.86% to 48.91%and 3.57% to 9.70% respectively in woynadega, in kola agroecology ranged from 12.74% to 50.04% and 3.52% to 10.49% respectively. There were significant differences in IVDMD (p<0.05%) also, and it ranged from 47.30% to 79.78% in woynadega agro-ecology and in kola it ranged from 59.98% to 79.67%. As a result, farmers must learn how to use and process locally available feeds in order to improve local animal production performance.
EVALUATION OF THE MATURATION TIME OF ABATTOIR-SOURCED WATER BUFFALO (Bubalus bubalis) OOCYTES FERTILIZED In vitro
Authors: ROSARIO IVAN ISAIAS AVALOS , GUEVARA OSCAR ENRIQUE ZARATE , KJELLAND MICHAEL , ITURBE LUZ TERESA ESPÍN , MANCERA BELISARIO DOMÍNGUEZ , MORALES MANUEL BARRIENTOS
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this study was to compare the maturation, cellular division, and blastocyst production rates of water buffalo oocytes at 18, 21 and 24 hours of incubation. These oocytes were obtained through follicular puncture, assessed, and matured in BO-IVM medium at 38.5°C, and with a 5% of CO2, at 18 (n=31), 21 (n=34) and 24 hours (n=33). Fertilization was done in a BO-IVF medium at 38.5°C, and with a 5% of CO2, for 18 hours; the maturation rate was assessed a day after fertilization. The embryos were cultured in a BO-IVC medium, at 38.5°C, 5% CO2, 7% O2 and 88% N2, and the cell division rate and number of embryos were assessed at 5 and 7 days after fertilization, respectively. The maturation rate was comparable (P>0.05) among the three groups, while blastocyst production and cell division rates were higher in the group of oocytes matured for 18 hours (P<0.05) than in the 24-hour group. The blastocyst production and cellular division rates in oocytes that were matured for 21 hours were comparable (P>0.05) to the other groups. After 21 hours of maturation, oocytes started to degenerate, which resulted in lower cellular division and blastocyst production rates.
CHECKLIST OF SPIDERS (ARACHNIDA ARANEAE) FROM CHAMPANER PAVAGADH ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK, GUJARAT
Authors: YADAV ARCHANA , KUMAR DOLLY
Published: July 2023

Spiders are one of the most diverse organisms in the terrestrial ecosystem and occupy the seventh position in global diversity. They are arthropods belonging to the class Arachnida and the order Araneae. Spiders are chiefly entomophagous, ubiquitous, harmless and biocontrol agents. The present study was conducted to document spider diversity in Champaner- Pavagadh Archaeological Park; a world heritage site in Gujarat, India. The spider fauna of this site has never been studied in its entirety despite contributions by many arachnologists in Gujarat. Spiders were collected by using active searching, pitfall, and sweep net methods. The study was conducted from January 2016 to December 2019. In the present research work, we compiled a checklist of spiders from Champaner-Pavagadh, Archaeological Park of Gujarat, India based on their taxonomic identification. A total of 189 species belonging to 106 genera and 32 families were collected during the study. The most dominant families reported were Salticidae followed by Araneidae, Lycosidae, and Theridiidae; Oxyopidae and Thomisidae. Finding twenty-seven new records of spiders is the highlight of this work
GROWTH PERFORMANCE, CARCASS YIELD AND HAEMATOLOGICAL RESPONSE OF BROILER CHICKENS FED ON PROCESSED HARICOT BEAN (Phaseolus vulagris L.)
Authors: HEMACHA SELAMU ABRAHAM , LOMBEBO WONDIMU AYELE
Published: July 2023

Background: Haricot bean is among the most important legumes grain in Ethiopia. The beans are good sources of protein, carbohydrates and mineral nutrients required for normal functioning of the body. Despite of its nutritional quality, it is poor digestible due to anti-nutritional factors present in the bean.

Methods: A total of 168 Sasso strain broiler chickens were used with an initial body weight of 39.65±2.15g for the trial. The chicks were randomly allotted into four treatments with 14 birds per replication. Haricot bean was soaked in water for five hours at ratio of 1 kilogram to 5 liters, and then cooked for an hour to reduce anti-nutritional factors. The treatment diets have contained the bean at proportion of 0, 10, 20 and 30% for T1, T2, T3 and T4, respectively.

Results: T3 and T4 gave best performance (P≤0.05) in final body weight, slaughter weight, dressed carcass and eviscerated weight. A significant (P≤0.05) increase were observed in white blood cell, red blood cell, haemoglobin and packed cell volume with increasing the rate of processed haricot bean in the treatment diets..

Conclusions: Therefore, an amalgamation of processed haricot beans in the broiler ration showed an optimistic result in the overall performance and immunity of broiler chickens.
PRESENT STATUS AND KEY TO INDIAN FAIRYFLY GENERA (HYMENOPTERA: MYMARIDAE)
Authors: ATHITHYA A. , MANICKAVASAGAM S.
Published: July 2023

Indian mymarid genera is updated. Keys to diagnose all the known 10 generic groups and 39 mymarid genera (generic group wise) of India are furnished in accordance with the recent (2021) changes in classification of mymarids.