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Analyzing the impact of introducing a one-stop-shop to attract foreign direct investment into the Kurdistan region
Authors: Mohammad Saeed Mohammad Shukri , Abdullah Idrees Sulaiman
Published: May 2023

The Kurdistan Region of Iraq is actively seeking to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) in order to stimulate economic growth and development. One way the region has sought to attract FDI is by establishing a one-stop-shop service that provides investors with a convenient and efficient means of accessing investment-related services and support. This study aims to analyze the impact of introducing a one-stop-shop on the ability of the Kurdistan Region to attract FDI. To conduct the study, a representative sample of foreign investors who have invested in the Kurdistan Region was selected using random sampling based on the size and sector of the investment. The sample included investors who have used the one-stop shop in the Kurdistan region. The study used a survey questionnaire to gather data from the investors on their perceptions of the impact of the one-stop shop on their decision to invest in the Kurdistan Region. The results of the study suggest that the introduction of the one-stop shop has had a positive impact on the ability of the Kurdistan Region to attract FDI. The majority of investors who have used the one-stop shop reported that it was a helpful and convenient service, and a significant percentage of them indicated that the availability of the one-stop shop was a factor in their decision to invest in the region. Overall, the findings of this study suggest that the one-stop shop has been an effective tool for the Kurdistan Region in attracting FDI. The study recommends that the region continue to invest in and support the one-stop shop, as it appears to be a valuable resource for investors. Future research could further explore the specific factors that contribute to the effectiveness of the one-stop shop in attracting FDI and ways in which the service could be improved.
استراتيجية التكلفة المستهدفة ودورها في الرقابة على التكاليف دراسة تطبيقية في شركة (W.S.R) لإنتاج العلف المحدودة العاملة في اقليم كوردستان
Authors: Haji Parez Shahab , Mahmod Ghazi Othman
Published: May 2023

تهدف الدراسة إلى التعرف على الاستراتيجية تخفيض تكلفة المنتجات مع المحافظة على جودتها وتحسينها والرقابة عليها مـن خـلال تطـبيق الطـرق الحديثـة مـن التكـلفة المستـهدفة Target Cost (TC)، وكذلك التعرف على فاعلية هذه الطرق عند تطبيقها في الشركات الصناعية. تم اختيار شركة (W.S.R) لإنتاج العلف للوصول إلى ترشيد كلفة المنتجات والمحافظة على جودتها المطلوبة وبالتالي تخفيض تكاليفها وتحقيق الميزة التنافسية. وتوصلت الدراسة إلى مجموعة من الاستنتاجات كانت من أهمها إن استخدام أساليب التكلفة المستهدفة ونجاحها في شركة عينة الدراسة يحتاج إلى دعم الإدارة العليا، إذ إن هذه الادارة هي التي تضع هذه الأساليب كاستراتيجية لها كما إن مسؤولية الاستخدام لم تقتصر على الادارة العليا حيث للمستويات الادارية الأخرى كالإدارة الوسطى والمشرفين والعاملين دور كبير في نجاح تطبيقه، وأتضح بأن أساليب المحاسبة الادارية الحديثة لها دورا استراتيجيا في تحقيق الميزة التنافسية وذلك من خلال تطبيق أساليب التكلفة المستهدفة، ثم اتضح بأن أساليب المحاسبة الادارية الحديثة افضل من اساليب التقليدية.وكما توصلت الدراسة الى مجموعة من التوصيات أهمها ينبغي على إدارة الشركة الاهتمام بأسلوب التكلفة المستهدفة لتحسين العمليات الانتاجية لما لها كدور كبير وبارز في تعزيز القدرات التنافسية للشركة في مواجهة البيئة الخارجية المتسارعة والتغيير وما ينعكس من تحقيق أهداف الشركة في البقاء والنمو والاستمرار في تقديم منتجات ذات أسعار منافسة وجودة عالية، حيث إن نجاح الشركات في تحقيق الميزة التنافسية يتحقق من خلال تنفيذ أساليب التكلفة المستهدفة ويتطلب ذلك من الشركة توفر معلومات تساعدها في تخطيط هذه الأساليب وتنفيذها.
أثر مبادرات البنك المركزي العراقي في تحقيق الاصلاح الاقتصادي والتقليل من البطالة في العراق للفترة (2015-2022)
Authors: Majeed Nagham Mahmoud
Published: May 2023

تتوانى أهداف الاصلاح الاقتصادي في العراق بكثرة يقابلها ارتفاع في البطالة في العراق مما يزيد من الفقر في العراق وبسبب هذه المشاكل الاقتصادية التي تتوارث من الحكومات المتعاقبة منذ عام 2003 وإلى الآن، بادر البنك المركزي العراقي بعدّه دعامة الاقتصاد العراقي بعد عام 2015 بطرح مبادرات عدة تمويلية وتنموية وبمساهمات مختلفة من المصارف الخاصة (المصارف الاهلية والتجارية) للتخفيف من البطالة واصلاح البنى التحتية والقضاء على الفقر وتمويل المشاريع الزراعية والصناعية والسياحية والسكنية، فقد تمخضت مشكلة البحث بالسؤال هل حققت مبادرات البنك المركزي العراقي جزء من برنامج الاصلاح الاقتصادي وتنمية وتطوير القطاعات الاقتصادية الأخرى وهل تم التخفيض من معدلات البطالة في العراق ولاسيما بعد عام 2015، أما أهمية البحث كانت تركز على اضطلاع المختصين وغير المختصين في دور البنك المركزي العراقي في الاصلاح الاقتصادي وسبل معالجة المشاكل الاقتصادية التي عانى منها الاقتصاد العراقي بعد عام 2003.
          أهم الاستنتاجات هي أن يستمر البنك المركزي العراقي بأن يكون المؤسسة الوحيدة في دعم الاقتصاد العراقي بأدواته المباشرة. أما أهم التوصيات ضرورة أن تكون رقابة وتدقيق أكثر فاعلية على هذه المبادرات والتمويلات الممنوحة من قبل المصارف على المشاريع التي منحت.
انعكاسات تبني اساليب المحاسبة الادارية في تحسين كفاءة الاداء المالي: دراسة تطبيقية على عينة من العاملين في الشؤون المالية والحسابات في جامعة تكريت
Authors: Mustafa Gar Hamad Abed
Published: May 2023

يهدف البحث إلى معرفة انعكاسات تبني أساليب المحاسبة الادارية في تحسين كفاءة الأداء المالي في جامعة تكريت، إذ اعتمد الباحث على المنهج الوصفي التحليلي في وصف آراء المستقصي منهم حول متغيرات البحث، كما وتم الاستعانة بحزمة البرامج الاحصائية للعلوم الاجتماعية (SPSS) بهدف معالجة البيانات المتحصلة من مجتمع وعينة البحث، حيث تمثل مجتمع وعينة البحث على العاملين في شعبة الشؤون المالية ووحدات الحسابات في كليات الجامعة محل البحث والبالغ عددهم (82) فردا تم اختيارهم عشوائيا موزعين على كليات الجامعة المختلفة.             توصل البحث إلى مجموعة من النتائج أهمها وجود أثر معنوي موجب دال احصائيا لأساليب المحاسبة الادارية والمتمثلة بــ (الكلفة المستهدفة، الكلفة على أساس النشاط، بطاقة الاداء المتوازن) على تحسن كفاءة الأداء المالي، كما أوصى الباحث بمجموعة من التوصيات على وفق نتائج المعالجة الاحصائية.
The anxiety faced by the relatives of trauma patients admitting to emergency department
Authors: DIĞIN Figen , KIZILCIK ÖZKAN Zeynep , ÇAY Görkem
Published: May 2023

Introduction: Emergency departments, which are the busiest and most complex units of hospitals, are areas where multidisciplinary teamwork is performed. Patients and their relatives admitted to emergency departments in an unprepared manner because of traumas face many uncertainties. Aim: The aim of the study was to determine the anxiety levels of relatives of patients admitted to emergency departments with trauma. Material and Methods: This descriptive study was conducted in the emergency department of a university hospital with the participation of a total of 97 patient relatives between December 2020 and April 2021. Data were collected using Information form and State Anxiety Inventory. Results: The mean age of the patient relatives was 35.1±8.4, and 54.6% of the patient relatives were men, and 55.7% were undergraduates. The mean State Anxiety Inventory score of patient relatives was found to be 37.3±6.3. It was also found that 63.9% had mild anxiety, and 36.1% had moderate anxiety levels. It was determined that the anxiety of the relatives of the patients varied according to the positive alcohol test results and the type of shift in which they were admitted (p < 0.05). Conclusion and suggestions: It was determined that the patient relatives admitted to the emergency department with traumas experienced mild anxiety during the first 24 hours after admission. Training should be continued to support the skills of emergency department staff in patient communication and psychosocial support, and patient relatives should be informed about the process.
Hildebrand Solubility Parameters Revisited - Cohesive Energy or Electrophilicity Densities?
Authors: Miranda-Quintana Ramon Alain , Chen Lexin , Smiatek Jens
Published: May 2023

We present certain concepts and expressions from conceptual density functional theory (DFT) for calculating Hildebrand solubility parameters. The original form of the Hildebrand solubility parameter is used to qualitatively estimate solubilities for various apolar and aprotic substances and solvents and is based on the square root of the cohesive energy density. Our revised expression allows the replacement of cohesive energy densities with electrophilicity densities that are numerically accessible through simple DFT calculations. As an extension, the reformulated expression offers a deeper interpretation of the main contributions and particularly emphasizes the importance of charge-transfer mechanisms. All calculated values of the Hildebrand parameters for a large set of common solvents are compared to experimental values and show good agreement for non- or moderately polar aprotic solvents. The observed deviations for more polar and protic solvents define robust limits where the Hildebrand approach is valid.
Formation of MnO2-based electrodes with high catalytic activity on the surface of ITO for glucose detection
Authors: Poltavets Veronika , Krawczyk Mirosław , Maslak Ganna , Abraimova Olga , Jönsson-Niedziółka Martin
Published: May 2023

In this paper, we report on the formation of MnO2-based electrodes for the determination of hydrogen peroxide. We apply thin films of manganese dioxide on the surface of indium tin oxide-coated glass (ITO) using electrochemical deposition under different conditions. MnO2 is a selective catalyst for the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide. Of all methods of sediment formation, we settled on anodic electrodeposition in sulphate electrolytes. By changing the conditions of the process, we can form an electrode material MnO2/ITO with maximum catalytic performance. The electrodes were characterized by SEM, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, and XPS. The MnO2/ITO and GOx/MnO2/ITO (modified with glucose oxidase enzymes (GOx)) electrodes’ sensing properties were studied by chronoamperometry at an applied potential and by cyclic voltammetry. The film of manganese dioxide with the best catalytic characteristics is formed by electrochemical deposition on the surface of the ITO in electrolyte with pH 1 by CV method during 30 cycles at the range of potentials 0.65 V – 2.1 V vs Ag/AgCl/3M KCl and after this drying at 60°C. the MnO2 films form branching networks which provide an extra-large surface area and show high conductivity. As a proof-of-principle, we developed a GOx/MnO2/ITO working electrode for biosensors for the detection of glucose based on the electrocatalytic determination of hydrogen peroxide generated in the process of enzymatic glucose oxidation. The calibration curve of the GOx/MnO2/ITO electrode shows a linear relationship with the concentration of glucose from 0.1 mM to 3 mM with a correlation coefficient of 0.9938. The sensitivity of such an electrode is 117.8 μA/mmol cm2. The developed electrode can be used in glucose biosensors or similar systems based on other oxidases.
Limitations of atomistic molecular dynamics to reveal ejection of proteins from charged nanodroplets
Authors: Kwan Victor , Ballaney Pranav , Titiksha Titiksha , Consta Styliani
Published: May 2023

Atomistic molecular dynamics (MD) is frequently used to unravel the mechanisms of macroion release from electrosprayed droplets. However, atomistic MD is currently feasible for only the smallest window of droplet sizes appearing at the end steps of a droplet's lifetime. The relevance of the observations made to the actual droplet evolution, which is much longer that the simulated sizes, has not been addressed yet in the literature. Here, we perform a systematic study of desolvation mechanisms of poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG), protonated peptides of different compositions and proteins in order to (a) obtain insight into the charging mechanism of macromolecules in larger droplets than those that are currently amenable to atomistic MD, and (b) examine whether currently used atomistic modeling can establish the extrusion mechanism of proteins from droplets. To mimic larger droplets that are not amenable to MD modeling, we scale down the systems, by simulating a large droplet size relative to the macromolecule. MD of PEG charging reveals that above a critical droplet size, ions are available near the backbone of the macromolecule, but charging occurs only transiently by transfer of ions from the solvent to the macroion, while below the critical size, the capture of the ion from PEG has a lifetime sufficiently long for extrusion of a charged PEG from the aqueous droplet. This is the first report of the role of droplet curvature in the relation between macroion conformation and charging. Simulations of peptides with high degree of hydrophobicity show that partial extrusion of a peptide from the droplet surface is rare relative to desolvation by drying-out. Differently from what has been presented in the literature we argue that atomistic MD simulations have not sufficiently established extrusion mechanism of proteins from droplets and their charging mechanism. We also argue that release of highly charged proteins can occur at an earlier stage of a droplet's lifetime than predicted by atomistic MD. In this earlier stage, we emphasize the key role of jets emanating from a droplet at the point of charge-induced instability in the release of proteins.
Electroreductive Borylation of Unactivated (Hetero)Aryl Chlorides Without Light Using Cumulene Electrocatalysts
Authors: Lai Yihuan , Halder Arjun , Kim Jaehwan , Hicks Thomas , Milner Phillip
Published: May 2023

Single-electron transfer (SET) plays a critical role in many chemical processes, from organic synthesis to environmental remediation. However, the selective reduction of inert substrates (Ep/2 < −2 V vs Fc/Fc+), such as ubiqui-tous electron-neutral and electron-rich (hetero)aryl chlorides, remains a major challenge. Current catalytic approaches largely rely on light to reach the necessary deeply reducing potentials. A purely electrochemical approach would offer advantages in terms of reduced energy use, minimized waste, complementary selectivity, and improved scalability. Here-in, we demonstrate that cumulenes—organic molecules with multiple consecutive double bonds—can function as cata-lytic redox mediators for the first electroreductive borylation of (hetero)aryl chlorides under mild conditions without the need for photoirradiation. Electrochemical, spectroscopic, and computational studies support that electron transfer from reduced cumulene intermediates to electron-neutral chloroarenes is followed by highly favorable mesolytic cleavage of the aryl radical anion to generate the desired aryl radical intermediate. Our findings enable the development of other sus-tainable electroreductive transformations of inert molecules, complementing existing approaches that rely on photoexci-tation.
Effect of Blood Flow Restriction Training in Rehabilitation of Posterolateral Corner Reconstruction of Knee: A Case Study
Authors: Nambiar Adwaid , Vavachan Noble , Ravichandran Hariharasudhan , Susheel Shetty Kshama , Eranholy Nalupurakkal Vipinnath
Published: May 2023

The aim of this case report was to evaluate the outcome of blood flow resistance training in the rehabilitation of posterolateral corner reconstruction in a 26-year-old male who met with a road traffic accident eight months ago. He was diagnosed with grade 3 anterior cruciate ligament ACL and posterior horn of medial meniscus along with proximal tibia posterolateral corner injury with posterior cruciate ligament PCL tear over right knee joint following which he underwent arthroscopy surgery for the same. Though he underwent early postoperative rehabilitation as prescribed he continued to experience difficulty in climbing down the stairs swelling over right knee crepitus in the right knee joint associated with movements. He visited outpatient department of Alvarsquos College of Physiotherapy and Research Centre at Moodbidri for evaluation and further management. Residual muscle weakness and associated impairments were identified in the examination and hence was suggested to continue rehabilitation for the same. To strengthen the muscles blood flow restriction training protocol was incorporated in the routine rehabilitation of posterolateral corner reconstruction. The literature on effect of blood flow restriction training following posterolateral corner injuries is scarce and the present study outcomes could provide some insight into the same. Lower Extremity Function Scale was used to evaluate the outcomes of blood flow restriction training before and after the intervention. A total of 15 sessions of blood flow restriction training was given for quadriceps and hamstrings and the outcomes were assessed. Significant changes were observed in lower extremity functional scale from a pre-intervention score of 42.580 to post-intervention score of 6080. The increase in the scores above nine scales indicate an improvement in the functional performances of lower extremity. It can be thus be concluded that blood flow restriction training could be effective in improving residual lower extremity deficits following arthroscopic posterolateral corner injuries.
Recent Trends in Physiotherapy Learning Resources and Stakeholder Perceptions – a Case Study
Authors: Ningappa Suvarna , Samuel Raj V Vijay , H S Preethi
Published: May 2023

The educational methodology has evolved rapidly over the past decades. The library plays a significant role in information gathering and sharing among users. The tools of Information and Communication Technology ICT like the Internet and electronic information resources and their use are common and popular due to their easy accessibility and multi-modal presentation which appeals to various learners. These tools have also significantly impacted the academic activities of faculty members researchers students and other health sciences professionals. A significant transition is seen in users approach to and seeking information. In such an academic environment our College of Physiotherapy has undertaken to provide a large number of electronic resources over the past five years. This case study attempts to explore the perceptions of students faculty and research scholars on these resources using a questionnaire modified from a published source. The questionnaire was administered to all the college students and faculty and the responses were categorized and described. Overall the perceptions of e-learning resources were positive among students with PG students being more likely to use them
Method for assessing the anti-carbon properties of unmanned aerial vehicle engines
Authors: Kriushin S. A. , Seleznev M. V. , Manshev D. A. , Zaitseva A. N. , Ivanov A. V.
Published: May 2023

At present, the process of design and production of unmanned aerial vehicles has been making progress in Russia, which is caused by the relatively low cost, small size, absence of life hazard to a pilot, stealth, self-sustainability, mobility compared to manned aircraft. At the same time, two-stroke gasoline engines, possessing a higher power-to-volume ratio, unsophisticated design, and lower production costs in comparison with four-stroke gasoline engines, have become widely used in these aircraft. These engines lack a conventional lubrication system, so the oil is supplied to lubricate the cylinder-piston group in the form of a fuel-oil mixture, which burns during the operating procedure together with the fuel. In this case, high-temperature deposits such as carbon and lacquer are accumulated on the parts of the cylinder-piston group. The formation of carbon reduces the engine power, its service life and efficiency, causes an increase in operating costs. One of the solutions to this problem is the use of motor oils with a high level of anti-carbon properties. However, currently a method for assessing the anti-carbon oil properties for unmanned aerial vehicle engines is not available. In accordance with the described chemmotological process, the method was developed, the test equipment (Panel Coking Test Apparatus) was selected and the test modes were established (plate temperature – 290°C, oil temperature in the crankcase – 100°C, spray speed – 800 rev/min, test time – 4 h), allowing you to evaluate and rank motor oils for unmanned aircraft engines based on the anti-carbon properties in the laboratory. As tested, Motul Kart Grand Prix 2T oil has the least tendency for carbonization among tested motor oil samples. Laboratory and bench tests of Novoyl-DD and Motul Kart Grand Prix 2T oils show a high degree of convergence.
Optimization of the fin structure from polymer composite materials using bioinspired structural layouts
Authors: Baranovsk S. V. , Yar Lin Zay
Published: May 2023

To comply with efficiency in terms of strength, stability and weight of the aircraft, a complex problem for designing a structural layout should be solved. At the same time, it is essential to take into consideration optimization of the shape, quantity, component layout. Now, the main variant of a structural layout is a combination of longitudinal and transverse elements, optimization of which has virtually exhausted itself. The use of polymer composite materials based on glass and carbon fibers, possessing high specific performance compared to metals, makes it possible to improve the performance of a product and additionally optimize a frame structure due to anisotropy of material properties. However, fundamentally innovative structural layouts are needed for further improving properties. It has become practical to create new promising structural layouts due to the development of technologies for manufacturing products from composite materials, including additive manufacturing and 3D printing as well as developing methods of mathematical modeling and computer-assisted design. Bioinspired structures based on natural analogues such as insect wings are attributed to them. The paper is devoted to a highly topical problem of searching and selecting innovative structural layouts. The purpose of the article is to reduce aircraft fin mass while providing structural strength. The paper considers five variants of structural layouts inclusive of the conventional original structure. Aerodynamic loads on the structure were determined by modeling the flow-around process at an assigned flight mode. Stress-and-strain behavior of the structural layout was determined, and the optimal variant of the considered was chosen. The advantage of polymer composite bioinspired structures over conventional metal variants was established. The paper results will be taken into consideration and used in the subsequent optimization of structural layouts and the development of methods for choosing structural layouts.
Clinical and neurophysiologival efficacy of transcranial magnetic stimulation treatment in patients with stage II Parkinson's disease
Authors: Demchenko Alina , Aravitska Djamilia
Published: May 2023

Summary. The aim of our study was to determine the clinical and neurophisiological effectiveness of transcranial magnetic stimulation treatment in patients with stage II Parkinson's disease (PD). Materials and methods. The prospective randomised placebo-controlled study included 90 patients aged 49 to 75 years with stage II PD according to Hoehn-Yahr. All patients were randomized to two groups of 45 in each for a TMS course: group 1 included patients assigned to a real TMS course, while group 2 included placebo TMS sessions. All patients on the background of basic PD therapy were additionally prescribed a course of therapeutic TMS sessions according to the protocol in zones C3, C4 and Cz of the brain (projection of the premotor cortex according to the international system 10-20%) with a pulse frequency in the series of 5 Hz and a total number of pulses of 2000 per session. During the study, patients were examined twice: at the beginning and at the end of TMS sessions. Examination of patients was performed according to the following scheme: clinical and neurological examination using SPES SCOPA Motor scale and neurophysiological examination to determine the latency, amplitude, area and duration of motor evoked potential (MEP) after 2 tests with a gradual increase of magnetic field induction. Results. TMS treatment resulted in a significant reduction in MEP latency (p<0,001) in patients from with real TMS group, while it was found no reduction in MEP latency (p> 0,05) in placebo-TMS patients. The amplitude of the MEP of the left and right premotor cortex did not change significantly either in the group with real TMS (p>0,05) or in the group of placebo-TMS (p>0,05). The duration of MEP increased significantly (p <0,001) after the course of TMS, and in the placebo-TMS group no significant changes were found (p> 0,05). Conclusions. Treatment with TMS leads to a clinical reduction in the manifestations of motor symptoms of PD using the SPES SCOPA Motor scale score, namely to a decrease in the amplitude of rest and postural tremor, bradykinesia, rigidity and gait disorders. Also TMS leads to a significant decrease in the latent period of MEP and increase the duration of MEP.
Influence of hormonal stimulation and intermittent cold exposure on the mechanisms of formation of polycystic ovarian syndrome
Authors: Kuzmina Irina
Published: May 2023

Introduction. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most pressing problems in gynecological endocrinology. The aim of the study was to elucidate the morphological changes in the ovaries of rats under various types of hormonal exposure in experimental modeling of PCOS. Materials and methods. To study three working experimental models were developed, associated with the introduction of various hormonal drugs into the body of an animal. Model I-st consisted of subcutaneous administration of an estrogen-containing drug at a dose of 3 mg for 25 days. Model II-d involved the development of PCOS by daily subcutaneous administration of 3 mg of dehydroandrostenediol sulfate. The III model - the formation of PCOS in 5 immature rats using dopamine phytoanalogues at a dose of 3 mg subcutaneously for 25 days. The animals were divided into 3 groups: group 1 - rats that were induced with experimental PCOS and kept in a vivarium at a temperature of +23°C (n=8), group 2 - animals that, against the background of experimental PCOS, were exposed to cold exposure (CE) for 4 hours in a chamber with a constant light regime and a temperature of + 4 °C for 25 days (n = 8); group 3 - intact control (n = 8) - healthy rats without PCOS, which were kept in a vivarium at a temperature of + 23°C. Results. Histological examination of the ovaries of group 1 rats revealed morphological changes in the ovaries characteristic of PCOS. The morphological structure of the ovaries corresponded to type II PCOS. In rats of group 3, macroscopically, the ovaries were slightly reduced in size compared to the control group. The levels of adiponectin and leptin as markers of the functional ovarian tissue of PCOS model experiments.When studying the effect of CE on the body of experimental animals, their effect on the formation of tissue cell hyperplasia as a characteristic sign of PCOS was determined. Conclusions. Studies have shown that the formation of PCOS, as well as structural changes in the ovaries, significantly depend on hormonal regulation disorders.
KINERJA BEBERAPA VARIAN KULIT PISANG JENIS LOKAL TERHADAP REDUKSI BESI (Fe) DALAM AIR
Authors: Manurung Melin Nekawati , Fikri Ahmad , Murwanto Bambang , Yushananta Prayudhy
Published: May 2023

Beberapa penelitian telah melaporkan kemampuan kulit pisang untuk mereduksi ion logam, karena kandungan selulosa dan asam galacturonic. Penelitian bertujuan mengeksplorasi kinerja kulit pisang dari empat varian tanaman lokal untuk mereduksi kandungan besi (Fe) dalam air. Penelitian menggunakan rancang acak lengkap faktorial, dengan dua kali ulangan. Kulit pisang dari empat varian lokal (muli, kepok, tanduk, dan janten), selanjutnya dibuat bubuk. Percobaan dilakukan pada tiga level dosis (10%, 20%, dan 30%) dan tiga level waktu kontak (2 jam, 4 jam, dan 6 jam). Kandungan Fe diukur sebelum dan sesudah perlakuan dengan metode spectrophotometry. Keseluruhan data dianalisis dengan Two-way ANOVA dan Tukey-test pada Alpha=5%. Penelitian mendapatkan keempat varian kulit pisang mampu mereduksi Fe dalam air sampel, Reduksi Fe dipengaruhi oleh varian pisang, dosis, waktu kontak, dan interaksi antara varian dengan dosis dan waktu. Kinerja reduksi terbaik diperoleh pada penggunaan kulit pisang kepok, dosis 30%, dan waktu kontak selama 6 jam, sebesar 69,23%. Penelitian telah berhasil mengeksplorasi empat kulit pisang lokal sebagai bahan baku adsorben Fe. Dari keempatnya, kulit pisang kepok menunjukkan kinerja terbaik. Penelitian lebih lanjut diharapkan untuk meningkatkan afinitas kulit pisang terhadap ion logam, termasuk sebagai adsorben logam berat.
FILOSOFI HIDANGAN PADA PERAYAAN CHUNJIE DAN OSHOUGATSU
Authors: Aditya Rendy , Atiqah Annisaa Nurul , Irmayanti Desy
Published: May 2023

Setiap masyarakat pada suatu negara menyambut pergantian tahun dengan tradisi masing-masing. Termasuk masyarakat Tiongkok dan Jepang. Masyarakat Tiongkok menyebut tahun mereka dengan sebutan chunjie, masyarakat Jepang menyebut tahun baru mereka dengan sebutan  oshougatsu. Pada tradisi penyambutan tahun baru, masyarakat pada kedua negara tersebut memiliki tradisi penyambutan dengan menghidangkan beberapa jenis makanan. Hidangan-hidangan tersebut dianggap memiliki filosofi tersendiri. Tiongkok dan Jepang sebagai negara yang bertetangga memiliki persamaan dan perbedaan pada jenis hidangan makanannya. Maka diketahui; (1) filosofi yang terkandung pada setiap hidangan perayaan chunjie dan oshougatsu, (2) persamaan dan perbedaan terhadap hidangan perayaan chunjie dan oshougatsu tersebut. Metode yang digunakan dalam kajian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif. Berdasarkan sumber data dari hasil wawancara dengan orang Tiongkok dan orang Jepang ditemukan data berupa kebiasaan menyantap hidangan spesial pada perayaan chunjie dan oshougatsu. Data tersebut digunakan untuk mengkomparasikan kedua budaya terhadap hidangan chunjie dan oshougatsu. Persamaan hidangan yang dinikmati oleh masyarakat Tiongkok dan Jepang saat merayakan tahun baru yaitu (1). Ikan. (2). Mie. Menurut masyarakat Tiongkok Ikan memiliki nilai filosofi keberkahan, sedangkan masyarakat Jepang menandakan sebagai kesuksesan. Dan Mie bagi masyarakat Tiongkok sebagai pelambangan keluarga harmonis sedangkan masyarakat Jepang menandakan umur panjang. Sedangkan perbedaan makanan yang dikonsumsi oleh masyarakat Tiongkok saat merayakan tahun baru adalah (1). Pangsit, (2). Kaki babi, (3). Bakso daging, (4). Ayam. Dan makanan yang dikonsumsi oleh masyarakat Jepang adalah (1). Olahan ikan, (2). Potongan telur ikan Herring, (3). Rumput laut gulung,  (4). Udang, (5). Kacang hitam, (6). Telur gulung, (7). Sup. Perbedaan hidangan makanan yang dikonsumsi tersebut dipengaruhi oleh letak geografis kedua negara, pelaksanaan tahun baru, dan musim yang  berlangsung saat perayaan tahun baru.
PROTOTYPE PEMBELAJARAN PLURILINGUAL DAN PLURIKULTURAL BERBASIS BUDAYA JAWA PADA PEMBELAJARAN BIPA
Authors: Asteria Prima Vidya , Afni Aisyah Nur
Published: May 2023

Penelitian ini membahasa tentang pemahaman aspek budaya yang memiliki peran penting dalam pelaksanaan pembelajaran khususnya bagi mahasiswa BIPA. Hal ini dipelajari karena BIPA pada hakekatnya adalah pembelajaran budaya Indonesia kepada penutur asing yang belajar Bahasa Indonesia. Penelitian ini juga menggunakan jenis penelitian penelitian R&D yang terdiri dari lima tahap dalam analisisnya, yaitu analisis, desain, pengembangan, implementasi dan evaluasi. Tujuan yang diperoleh dari penelitian ini adalah mengenai proses pengembangan dan kualitas bahan ajar yang dibuat untuk pembelajaran plurilingual dan prulikultural berbasis budaya Jawa, untuk pembelajar BIPA. Pengembangan bahan ajar ini bermaksud untuk memfasilitasi pembelajaran BIPA untuk belajar bahasa Indonesia, menyesuaikan dengan perbedaan plurilingual dan budaya yang ada di setiap masyarakat, khususnya budaya Jawa. Kesimpulan yang diperoleh dari penelitian ini adalah bahan ajar pembelajaran prulilingual dan plurikultural berbasis budaya Jawa untuk mahasiswa BIPA dengan tema situs candi peninggalan sejarah di Jawa Timur layak diterapkan dalam pembelajaran.
UPAYA PENGENALAN KULINER LOKAL INDONESIA DALAM MATERI AJAR BIPA MELALUI MEDIA AUDIOVISUAL
Authors: Umi Farinda Fera , Khaerunnisa Khaerunnisa
Published: May 2023

Introducing local Indonesian culture as an effort to assit the goverment in inscreasing the interest of cultural tourists who have good and interesting regional potential. This study aims to describe local Indonesian cuisine as material for BIPA students through audiovisuals. This research method used is descriptive-qualitative. Through this learning, it is expected to abe to preserve and also maintain national identity through this BIPA learning. One of the styles that can be used as BIPA’s teaching materials is local Indonesian culinary. This research also involves audiovisual media as an intermediary in the learning process. Audiovisual media was chosen because it is a supporting factor for succesfull learning and is also the right language to introduce cultures in Indonesian. Through this audiovisual media, it can also foster creativity and critica thinking for BIPA students.

 

Key Words: culture, audiovisual, BIPA (Bahasa Indonesian for Nonative Speaker)
DEKONSTRUKSI MITOS WAYANG RAMAYANA DAN BARATA YUDA DAN NILAI-NILAI PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER DALAM NOVEL KITAB OMONG KOSONG KARYA SENO GUMIRA AJIDARMA DAN PERANG KARYA PUTU WIJAYA
Authors: Widijanto Tjahjono
Published: May 2023

Abstrak: Sesuai dengan judulnya, Tujuan penelitian ini berupaya meneliti  dekontruksi mitos wayang  Ramayana dan Barata Yuda  dan nilai-nilai karakter yang terdapat dalam novel Kitab Omong Kosong dan novel Perang. Pembongkaran itu meliputi pembongkaran mitos satriya, mitos peperangan Ramayana dan Barata Yuda, desakralisasi wayang dan nilai-nilai karakter dalam novel. Pembahasan yang dilakukan menggunakan ciri  khas dekontruksi.yaitu: (a) terdapat konsep mayor filosofis pada sebuah teks. Asumsinya setiap teks mempunyai makna karena itu teks memiliki pesan utama yang hendak disampaikan pengarang kepada pembaca; (b) ada kekhasan dalam ungkapan filosofis yang dapat ditunjukkan dalam istilah, frase hingga susunan kalimat; (c) ada penyusunan oposisi binner sebagai realisasi konstruksi tematik yang tersusun sebagai tema mayor yang oposisi binner itu selanjutnya dipertanyakan; dan (d) ada upaya konstruksi baru sebagai hasil dari destrukturasi dari sebuah kontruksi yang sudah ada sebelumnya. Ciri khas ini bedasarkan tiga cara baca dekonstruksi. Pertama dekonstruksi menawarkan cara untuk mengidentifikasi kontradiksi dalam politik teks atau kecenderungan ideologis yang muncul dalam teks baik secara sadar maupun tak sadar. Kedua, teks sastra beserta konteks dan tradisinya diperlakukan sebagai sarana yang mampu membuka kemungkinan baru untuk mengandaikan dan membuka kemungkinan perubahan baru yang selama ini dianggap tidak mungkin. Ketiga, melalui titik pandang dekontruksi, dapat dicairkan ideologi yang sudah membeku dalam bahasa dan pikiran. Hasil pembahasan menunjukkan bahwa dalam novel Kitab Omong KosongPerang dan Perang disuarakan pandangan kritis mengenai mitos satriya (Rama-laksamana dan Pandawa). Rama, Laksamana dan Pandawa dalam novel tidak lagi sesuai dengan mitos satriya wayang  yang sempurna (satriya pinandita) mewakili kebenaran, lurus dan sakti, namun  sembrono, jahat,dan konyol.   Satriya Rama-Laksamana dan satriya Pandawa tidak lagi mengemban tugas satriya yang harus memayu-mayu hayuning bawana (menjaga ketenteraman dunia) namun tampil sebagi penguasa yang ambisius dan fasis. Sedangkan peperangan yang dilakukan Rama dan perang barata yuda (Pandawa versus Kurawa) yang dalam wayang dimitoskan sebagai perang suci antara kebenaran dan kebaikan hanyalah peperangan yang muncul karena ambisi kekuasaan,  bahkan sekedar iseng dan main-main. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa mitos-mitos dalam wayang  telah dibongkar dan didekontruksi oleh Seno Gumira dan Putu Wijaya untuk mengungkapkan dan  mengekspresikan pandangan-pandangan dan penghayatan terhadap persoalan kehidupan sosial budaya masa kini dengan memuat nilai-nilai karakter berupa: (a) keberanian,patriotisme dan cinta tanah air; (b) kemanusiaan/welas asih (empati, peduli, suka menolong), (c) setia inspiratif, adil, sabar, jujur, disiplin, kerjasama, dan toleran.

 

Kata kunci: dekontruksi, mitos, satriya, wayang, pendidikan karakter.
n-KERNELS OF SKELETAL CONGRUENCES ON A DISTRIBUTIVE NEARLATTICE
Authors: Akhter Shiuly
Published: May 2023

In this paper, the author studied the skeletal congruences θ^* of a distributive nearlattice S, where * represents the pseudocomplement. Then the author described θ(I)^*, where θ(I) is the smallest congruence of S containing n-ideal I as a class and showed that I^+ is the n-kernel of θ(I)^*. In this paper, the author established the following fundamental results: When n is an upper element of a distributive nearlattice S, the author has shown that the n-kernels of the skeletal congruences are precisely those n-ideals which are the intersection of relative annihilator ideals and dual relative annihilator ideals whose endpoints are of the form x∨n and x∧n respectively. For a central element n of a distributive nearlattice S, the author proved that P_n (S) is disjunctive if and only if the n-kernel of each skeletal congruence is an annihilator n-ideal. Finally, the author discussed that P_n (S) is semi-Boolean if and only if the map θ→Ker_n θ is a lattice isomorphism of SC(S) onto K_n SC(S) whose inverse is the map I→θ(I) where I is an n-ideal and n is a central element of S.
Challenges of First-Year Extended Curriculum Programme Students at a University in South Africa
Authors: Megbowon Funmilola Kemi , Palesa Makhetha-Kosi , Bongiwe Kavi , Sipokazi Mayekiso
Published: May 2023

The Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) is an academic foundation programme established and supported by South Africa’s Department of Higher Education and Training as a route and an enabling environment for educationally disadvantaged, underprepared, unprepared, and at-risk students to access and succeed in higher education. However, beyond the academic concerns for students enrolled on this programme, there are social issues that could hinder the success of the enrolled students. This study examines the challenges of students enrolled in Extended Curriculum Programme in a selected university in South Africa. Using a qualitative research method, data was collected following a focus group discussion comprising twelve groups in the Faculty of Management and Commerce ECP first-year students. This study found that students face a number of challenges including information asymmetry, mismatch between high school subjects and university courses, transitioning from high school to university setting, inadequate and unequal academic support, and stigmatization. The findings imply a need for guidance and counselling in the choice of a future career at high school level, an awareness about ECP, and strengthened support beyond academic support by improving social integration and boosting ECP students’ self-confidence. Government and institutions need to introduce educational anti-stigma interventions to correct individuals’ and society’s misinformed perceptions about ECP programmes and to promote awareness about the potential and possibilities of the programme.
‘One day I will make it to university’: Students from Refugee Backgrounds in University Pathway Programs
Authors: Bilic Snjezana , Thai Teresa
Published: May 2023

Australian universities have received an increasing number of students from refugee backgrounds (SfRBs) over the last few decades. However, programs adapted for the successful transition of this cohort remain relatively scarce. Therefore, there is a critical need for programs and strategies supporting SfRBs meaningful participation and success in their studies. This empirical paper reports on a project conducted at UniSA College. The research explores cultural and learning experiences of SfRBs in a university pathway program. This paper utilises data from a student survey, focus group, and interviews conducted with Peer Support Officers to explore students' aspirations, challenges they face and recommendations for the university and the enabling pathway program. The findings highlight that despite aspiring to obtain university qualifications, SfRBs encounter serious barriers including challenges associated with English language proficiency, as well as with navigating university and academic culture, managing family and work commitments whilst facing social exclusion and racism. For successful engagement of SfRBs education institutions need an all-encompassing approach consisting of culturally responsive efforts and peer-led support systems for students.
IMPLEMENTASI BUDAYA MADRASAH DALAM PERSPEKTIF PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER
Authors: Arif Khairul Ihsan , Ansar Ansar , Ardiansyah Muh
Published: May 2023

The aim of this research was to determine and describe implementation of madrasah culture in perspective of character education. The method used in this research was qualitative by using the type of phenomenology research. This research was conducted at Madrasah Negeri 3 Luwu. Sources of data in this research were the principal, curriculum coordinator and teachers of Madrasah Negeri 3 Luwu. Data collection techniques were observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis used data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Validity check of the data using triangulation. The result showed that the values of character education is integrated various structural aspects. The use of structural functional elements in implementing character education is an effort to supervise and guide the development of madrasah culture, in this case related to the internalization of character education values for madrasah academicians, especially the students. The implementation of madrasah culture in the perspective of character education through cultural approach that includes the behaviour of madrasah academicians, traditions, habits and cultural symbols is corresponding with the vision, the mission, and the purpose of madrasah and suitable with the effort of madrasah to build positive culture the behaviour of madrasah academicians have been applied to the values of character education which are entrenched as a result of integration into daily activities and tradition of Madrasah academicians through habituation efforts. In addition, Madrasah culture in the perspective of character education is also found in the cultural result that becomes symbol in the form of building and classroom arrangements and uniforms.
Pembagian Kerja Dan Alokasi Waktu Mencari Nafkah Pada Perempuan Penjual Jagung Di Laju Desa Lawallu Kecamatan Soppeng Riaja Kabupaten Barru
Authors: Megawati Megawati , Ismail Ashari , Suhaeb Firdaus W
Published: May 2023

Penelitian ini bermaksud memahami pembagian kerja dan alokasi waktu mencari nafkah pada perempuan penjual jagung di laju desa lawallu kecamatan soppeng riaja kabupaten Barru. Jenis penelitian ini memakai ancangan kualitatif yang resesi informan melalui purposive sampling sejumlah sembilan orang sesuai harapan serta memiliki ciri-ciri informan yang diinginkan peneliti yaitu perempuan berkeluarga,menjual jagung,dan lokasi menjualnya di laju desa lawallu. Metode akumalsi data yang dipakai adalah observasi,wawancara dan dokumentasi untuk mendapatkan data yang nyata dan berhubungan dengan pembahasan penelitian.data yang dihasilkan diuraikan dengan memakai penjelasan kualitatif. Hasil penelitian mengungkapkan bahwa: (1) pembagian kerja pda perempuan penjual jagung dilaju desa lawallu melihat istri melakukan tanggung jawab domestiknya seperti mencuci, memasak, menyiapkan makanan, menyetrika pakaian, dan melayani suaminya.istri juga memikul penghasilan keluarganya,kedua orang tua berpartisipasi dalam mendidik anak.suami dari perempuan penjual jagung bekerja menghasilkan pendapatan untuk istri dan anaknya.biasanya suami juga menolong membereskan rumah. Dapat kita lihat istri memiliki pekerjaan ganda dalam kehidupan keluarganya. Misalnya istri menolong suami dalam mencari rezeki untuk menambah pendapatan keluarga (2) alokasi waktu mencari nafkah pada perempun penjual jagung dilaju desa lawallu terbagi 2 macam diantaranya yaitu perempuan yang mengerjakan pekejaan domestiknya terlebih dahulu sebelum berangkat kerja atau memiliki rumah jauh dari tempat kerjanya dan perempuan yang sudah tinggal ditempat kerjanya atau rumahnya berada disamping atau dibelakang lapaknya yang mana perempuan ini langsung bekerja atau menjual jagung.
Strategi Bertahan Hidup Masyarakat Di Pemukiman Kumuh Wonokromo, Kota Surabaya
Authors: Handayani Ruci , Handoyo Pambudi
Published: May 2023

Penelitian ini dilakukan di beberapa titiik permukiman kumuh yang tersebar di Kecamatan Wonokromo Kota Surabaya. Hal tersebut dilakukan guna mengetahui bagaimana strategi bertahan hidup yang dilakukan oleh masyarakat di wilayah tersebut. Untuk mengetahui fenomena tersebut, peneliti menggunakan metode penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Metode tersebut dipilih guna memudahkan peneliti dalam mengolah data-data yang telah diperoleh melalui studi kepustakaan dan observasi. Dengan menggunakan metode tersebut, peneliti dapat mengetahui analisis hasil mengenai fenomena yang telah diangkat. Dari metode penelitian tersebut dapat diketahui bahwa masyarakat yang bermukim di wilayah permukiman kumuh di Kecamatan Wonokromo melakukan berbagai cara dalam mengatasi permasalahan yang ada di dalam kehidupannya, salah satunya dengan cara melakukan berbagai jenis pekerjaan dalam sektor informal meskipun dengan pendapatan yang relatif rendah. Selain itu, mereka juga menghindari berurusan dengan berbagai instansi yang dirasa membutuhkan biaya yang cukup besar, salah satunya rumah sakit. Mereka juga memanfaatkan strategi jaringan sosial guna mengatasi permasalahan yang dialaminya.
Eksistensi Diri Remaja di Instagram First Account sebagai Media dalam Pengelolaan Kesan
Authors: Safitri Malinda Wulan , Harianto Sugeng
Published: May 2023

Media sosial Instagram saat ini memiliki peran sebagai wadah untuk menampilkan diri oleh orang yang menggunakannya, khususnya pada kalangan remaja. Melalui media sosial Instagram, remaja dapat tampil eksis di hadapan public, menambah teman, serta menyalurkan hobinya. Pada umumnya remaja saat ini bukan hanya memiliki satu akun Instagram, melainkan saat ini remaja bisa memiliki dua akun, serta terdapat fenomena pembagian panggung. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bentuk eksistensi diri remaja di Instagram. Dalam mengkaji permasalahn ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dan teori Dramaturgi yang memberikan penjelasan bahwa dalam sebuah interaksi diibaratkan sama dengan sebuah pertunjukan. Hasil penelitian menujukkan bahwa Pada first account, dapat disebut sebagai panggung depan, dimana remaja senantiasa menjaga image dengan mengunggah foto trendy, menunjukkan prestasi, dan bergaya seperti sosialita demi memperoleh kesan yang baik dari orang lain. Second account diibaratkan sebagai panggung belakang bagi remaja. Di panggung belakang remaja bebas menampilkan identitas dirinya secara apa adanya seperti mengunggah curhatan, foto sehari-hari, bahkan masalah pribadi tanpa adanya batasan serta akun tersebut disembunyikan dari orang lain dengan menggunakan identitas samaran
The Impact and Views of Communities on Underage Marriage in Ara Village, Bulukumba District
Authors: Sabir Muhammad Riyas , Agustang Andi
Published: May 2023

This study aims to find out how society views child marriage, the impact it causes, and the government's role in tackling underage marriage using qualitative methods with a descriptive approach. The results and conclusions of this study indicate that society views underage marriage as a natural thing based on hereditary habits. This underage marriage has several impacts, one of which is experiencing health problems. The government's role in tackling early marriage in Ara Village, Kec. Bonto Bahari Kab. Bulukumba is building a school in Ara Village, so married couples can still get an education