bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of silkworm pupae meal based calf starter diet on the performance of crossbred cattle calves
Authors: SAHIB QAZI SHEHRIYAR , AHMED HAIDER ALI , GANAI ABDUL MAJEED , FAROOQ JAVID , SHEIKH GOWHER GULL , SHEIKH ISLAM-UD-DIN , BEIGH YASIR AFZAL
Published: September 2023

The present experiment was conducted to evaluate the palatability, growth and economics of the silkworm pupae meal (SWPM) feeding, replacing fish meal (FM) in cattle calves. Crossbred cattle calves (15) around one-month of age were selected for the study and were divided into three equal groups (n=5) viz., T0 (100% FM), T1 (75% FM: 25% SWPM) and T2 (50% FM: 50% SWPM). To estimate the growth parameters fortnightly, a growth trial of 90 days was conducted, and a digestibility trial of 7 days was conducted at the end of experiment. The results revealed non-significant differences between the experimental groups in DMI, OMI, periodical body weight, body weight gain, average daily gain (ADG) (g/d), feed conversion ratio (FCR), feed conversion efficiency (FCE) (%), digestibility coefficients of dry matter (DM), organic matter (OM) and crude protein (CP). Significant differences were observed in digestibility coefficients of crude fibre (CF), ether extract (EE) and nitrogen free extract (NFE) between the groups. The digestible nutrients intake revealed significant difference only in CPI (g/d) with higher values in T0 followed by T1 and T2, but non-significant differences were observed in DDMI, DCPI and TDNI. The economics of feeding showed a decrease in the feed cost and feeding cost per kg body weight gain with increased inclusion of SWPM. Thus, it is concluded that costly FM can be replaced upto 50% level by SWPM without anyadverse effect on feed intake, growth and nutrient utilization of crossbred cattle calves.
Lactation performance of dairy cows on feeding rumen-protected choline
Authors: LUNAGARIYA PRAVIN M , SHAH SHAILESH V , PATEL YOGESH G` , PATEL JIGAR H
Published: September 2023

The experiment was designed to assess the effect of supplemental feeding of 40 g/day rumen-protected choline (33.5% w/w) in the total mixed ration of lactating cows on nutrient intake, lactation, reproduction, feed efficiency, and feed cost during 294 days of the lactation. The study was conducted at Livestock Research Station, Anand during 2018 to 2021. A total of sixteen cows were randomly distributed into two groups of eight each based on descending order of previous standard lactation yield and lactation numbers. An intake and milk yield were calculated for 1-21 biweekly periods. The milk composition was assessed four times during lactation. The body condition score (BCS) on a 1-5 point scale with an increment of 0.25 points was measured at -21, -14, -7, 0, 7, 14, 21, 35, 49, 63, 91, and 119 days of calving. The supplemental feeding of rumen-protected choline (RPC) in T2 group resulted in lower nutrient intake, lesser insemination to conceive, and service period with higher 4% fat corrected milk (FCM) yield in dairy cows. The body condition score and milk yield persistency were higher along with improved feed efficiency and feed economics in the T2 group as compared to the T1 group. The daily feeding of 40 g RPC during -21 to 120 days of calving resulted in significantly lower nutrient intake with improved 4% FCM yield, reproductive performance, feed efficiency, and feed economics in dairy cows.
Diagnostic coelioscopy in a budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) for evaluation of internal organs
Authors: UPADHYAY PALLAVI , PALANIVELRAJAN M , SENTHILKUMAR A , SELVARAJ P
Published: September 2023

There is limited data on minimally invasive coelioscopy in smaller exotic birds like budgerigar. This study was taken primarily to collect baseline data of internal organs of budgerigar during a diagnostic coelioscopic procedure. A 2.7 mm 180 mm rigid endoscope (Karl Storz) was used for the procedure where in lung, liver, heart, kidney, gonad and intestines were visualized and evaluated. Special emphasis is placed on assessing feasibility and safety of applying advanced diagnostic procedures in small birds.
Improving Robustness Using MixUp and CutMix Augmentation for Corn Leaf Diseases Classification based on ConvMixer Architecture
Authors: Li Li-Hua , Tanone Radius
Published: September 2023

Corn leaf diseases such as blight spot, gray leaf spot, and common rust still lurk in corn fields. This problem must be solved to help corn farmers. The ConvMixer model, consisting of a patch embedding layer, is a new model with a simple structure. When training a model with ConvMixer, improvisation is an important part that needs to be further explored to achieve better accuracy. By using advanced data augmentation techniques such as MixUp and CutMix, the robustness of ConvMixer model can be well achieved for corn leaf diseases classification. We describe experimental evidence in this article using precision, recall, accuracy score, and F1 score as performance metrics. As a result, it turned out that the training model with the data set without extension on the ConvMixer model achieved an accuracy of 0.9812, but this could still be improved. In fact, when we used the MixUp and CutMix augmentation, the training model results increased significantly to 0.9925 and 0.9932, respectively.
Numerical Solution of nth Order DAEM for Kinetic Study of Lignocellulosic Biomass Pyrolysis
Authors: Kristanto Jonas , Azis Muhammad Mufti , Purwono Suryo
Published: September 2023

The aim of the present study was to explore the most optimal configuration to numerically solve Distributed Activation Energy Models (DAEMs). DAEMs are useful in obtaining the kinetic parameters in non-isothermal kinetic studies using a thermogravimetry analyzer (TGA). Compared to other kinetic models, DAEMs provide an additional kinetic parameter that quantifies the extent of the reaction (σ) for each reaction’s mean activation energy (E ̅). Although DAEMs are efficacious in kinetic studies, solving DAEMs numerically is challenging. The DAEM equation includes double integration with respect to activation energy and temperature, which involves various numerical discretizations. Previously, many researchers utilized a DAEM to explicate complex reactions such as lignocellulosic biomass pyrolysis. However, most of them have yet to propose a numerical approach to solve DAEMs. Therefore, by exploring multiple numerical calculation configurations, here we present a general structure to numerically solve nth order and first-order DAEMs. The exploration includes determining the optimal integration limit of activation energy and the discretization of activation energy and temperature integration. From the investigation, we came up with a configuration that limits the integration of activation energy from E ̅-3σ to E ̅+3σ. Meanwhile, the number of integration points for temperature and activation energy must be 51 and 21, respectively. By using this configuration, DAEM can be utilized optimally in kinetic studies.
Testing the Cointegrating Relationship between Foreign Exchange Rate Volatility and Government Health Expenditure
Authors: EFUNTADE Olubunmi Omotayo , EFUNTADE Alani Olusegun
Published: September 2023

This paper examined the relationship between government health care expenditure and foreign exchange rate volatility in Nigeria for the period 1993-2022. We employed the multivariate cointegration technique proposed by Johansen and found the existence of at least one cointegrating vector describing a long run relationship between government health care expenditure and foreign exchange rate volatility. It is therefore suggested that an appreciable proportion of the national budget be allocated to the health care services to have a more robust health care programmes capable of fostering health development in Nigeria. The research was conducted with an objective to understand the dynamics between healthcare expenditures and the volatility in foreign exchange rate with a focus on Nigeria, enabling better policy making. The overall conclusion is that the Nigerian government health expenditure is largely dependent that its healthcare policy is not stable and sufficient is not largely dependent on volatility foreign exchange rate. However, government health expenditure is a concern for Nigeria.
Impact of Information and Communication Technology Facilities in Teaching Financial Accounting in Colleges of Education in South-South Nigeria
Authors: Afolabi Dr. Samiat O. , Crossdale-Ovwido Dr. Josephine , Augustina Chiedu , Adim Mordi Kelvin
Published: September 2023

The study assessed the use of information and communication technology (ICT) facilities in teaching Financial Accounting in Federal Colleges of Education in the South-South geopolitical zone of Nigeria. 2 research questions guided the study and were examined while 2 hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population of this study comprised 239 male and female Financial Accounting lecturers with accounting education background. Simple random sampling technique was used to select 169 representative sample for the study. The instrument for data collection was a structured questionnaire titled “Information and Communication Technology in Teaching Financial Accounting Questionnaire (ICTITFAQ)” validated by two experts. Mean statistic was used to analyze data descriptively while independent sample t-test was used to test the formulated null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The results of the study revealed among others that accounting educators (lecturers) utilize, to large extent, accounting software and telecommunication facilities to teach financial accounting in colleges of education in South-South zone of Nigeria. The results further showed no significant difference in the mean response scores on the extent to which Accounting Educators (lecturers) use computer software facilities, and telecommunication facilities in teaching Financial Accounting between Federal and State Colleges of Education in the South-South Nigeria. However, a significant difference in the mean response scores on the extent to which Accounting Educators use internet in teaching Financial Accounting between Federal and State Colleges of Education in the South-South Nigeria in favour of Federal Colleges of Education. It was recommended that Federal and State governments should intensify efforts to buy relevant software packages for teaching Financial Accounting in Colleges.
Impact of Information and Communication Technology Facilities in Teaching Financial Accounting in Colleges of Education in South-South Nigeria
Authors: Afolabi Samiat O. , Crossdale-Ovwido Josephine , Augustina Chiedu , Adim Mordi Kelvin
Published: September 2023

The study assessed the use of information and communication technology (ICT) facilities in teaching Financial Accounting in Federal Colleges of Education in the South-South geopolitical zone of Nigeria. 2 research questions guided the study and were examined while 2 hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population of this study comprised 239 male and female Financial Accounting lecturers with accounting education background. Simple random sampling technique was used to select 169 representative sample for the study. The instrument for data collection was a structured questionnaire titled “Information and Communication Technology in Teaching Financial Accounting Questionnaire (ICTITFAQ)” validated by two experts. Mean statistic was used to analyze data descriptively while independent sample t-test was used to test the formulated null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The results of the study revealed among others that accounting educators (lecturers) utilize, to large extent, accounting software and telecommunication facilities to teach financial accounting in colleges of education in South-South zone of Nigeria. The results further showed no significant difference in the mean response scores on the extent to which Accounting Educators (lecturers) use computer software facilities, and telecommunication facilities in teaching Financial Accounting between Federal and State Colleges of Education in the South-South Nigeria. However, a significant difference in the mean response scores on the extent to which Accounting Educators use internet in teaching Financial Accounting between Federal and State Colleges of Education in the South-South Nigeria in favour of Federal Colleges of Education. It was recommended that Federal and State governments should intensify efforts to buy relevant software packages for teaching Financial Accounting in Colleges
Audit Committee Attributes and Financial Performance of Insurance Firms in Nigeria
Authors: Okeke Prince Chinedu
Published: September 2023

The study investigated the effect of audit committee characteristics on the financial performance of firms listed under insurance sector, on the Nigerian stock exchange group covering 2017 to 2021. The study set out four objectives that includes examining the impact of audit committee independence, audit committee size, audit committee gender diversity and audit committee meeting on the return on assets of insurance firms in Nigeria. Ex post facto research design was adopted as suitable which allowed the study to gather secondary data from annual reports of the firms. The insurance sector has twenty three firms listed under it from which seven were chosen as the sample size on the basis of judgment of the researcher. The data were analysed with the descriptive statistics, correlation and regression analysis. The results show that audit committee meeting and audit committee independence have negative and no significant effect on financial performance of insurance firms. Again audit committee size has positive no significant impact but audit committee gender diversity has positive and statistical significant impact on financial performance of Nigerian insurance firms at 5% level. The study recommends amongst others that larger percentage of the audit committee members should be drawn from women gender to maximally utilize the potentials inherent in them that drive financial performance.
Auditors Independence and Audit Quality of Health-Care Firms in Nigeria
Authors: Orjinta Hope Ifeoma , Udekwesili Akwuobi Bridget
Published: September 2023

This study examines the effect of auditor independence on audit quality of twenty industrial goods companies in Nigeria for a period of ten years spanning 2012 to 2021. The objectives were centered on assessing possible effect of client importance, auditor reputation, audit opinion and auditor professional qualification on audit quality of health care companies in Nigeria. To achieve this set objectives, this study employed ex-post-facto research design based on data sourced from selected firm’s yearly reports for time period that ranged from 2012 to 2021. Adopting an ex-post factor and longitudinal research design, the secondary data collected were subjected to some preliminary data tests such as descriptive analysis, Pearson moment correlation matrix and multi-collinearity analysis using Variance Inflation Factor (VIF). The research used panel least square procedure based on fixed and random effect framework and houseman test was equally employed in selecting the best model to estimate parameters contained in the model. Emanating from the review of relevant literature and theories on auditor’s independence and audit quality and based on the data collected, analyzed and the hypotheses tested the study found that auditor reputation and auditor professional qualification recorded a positive and significant effect on audit quality which was statistically significant at 5% level of significance. On this basis, therefore, it may be recommended that there is need for the audit firm to protect its independence by working within its statutory duties. The management of health care companies is hereby advised to always source for the services of reputable audit firms with professional qualification and expertise to ensure quality of audit in their firms
Sustainability Reporting and Financial Performance of Quoted Oil and Gas Companies in Nigeria
Authors: Erasmus Eneisik Gogo , Uwikor Moses, Kpane , Nnah Lazbery
Published: September 2023

This study empirically investigated the relationship between sustainability reporting and financial performance of quoted manufacturing companies in Nigeria. To achieve this objective, theoretical, conceptual, and empirical literature on sustainability reporting on financial performance were exhaustively reviewed. The population of the study consists of twelve quoted oil and gas companies on the Nigerian stock exchange. The study adopts purposive sampling techniques to select ten quoted oil and gas companie s as the sample size. Secondary data were obtained from audited financial reports and sustainability reports of quoted oil and gas companies in Nigeria from 2013-2022. Hypotheses formulated were tested using ordinary least square regression with the aid of Eview 10 econometrics statistical software. The findings show that sustainability reporting had a significant impact on financial performance of quoted oil and gas companies in Nigeria. Empirical evidence suggests that environmental sustainability reporting had a significant relationship with return on equity and return on asset of quoted oil and gas companies in Nigeria. Empirical evidence indicates that social sustainability reporting had a significant relationship with return on equity and return on asset of quoted oil and gas companies in Nigeria. Empirical evidence reveals that economic sustainability reporting had a significant relationship with return on equity and return on assets of quoted oil and gas companies in Nigeria. The study concludes that sustainable reporting promotes value creation, brand reputation, attracts investors, lowers operational costs, and improves risk management, leading to superior financial performance. The study recommends, among others that corporate organizations should adopt widely recognized international sustainability reporting standards, such as the global reporting initiative, the task force on climate-related financial disclosures, and the sustai
The Attributes of Corporate Governance and Financial Reporting Quality of Listed Agricultural Firms in Nigeria
Authors: AYOOLA-AKINJOBI Olayemi Omowumi , OLAYINKA Oluwatoyin Deborah
Published: September 2023

This study examined the relationship between the attributes of corporate governance and financial reporting quality. It made use of listed agricultural companies on the Nigeria stock exchange. This study is anchored on agency theory. Descriptive research design and secondary data extracted from the financial statement of the sampled companies were used. The dependent variable was financial reporting quality proxy by discretionary accruals; the independent variable was the attributes of corporate governance measured by board independence, board size, and board gender diversity while the control variable was firm size. The study used multiple regression analysis to analyze the data. It concluded that the attributes of corporate governance was negatively and significantly related to discretionary accruals i.e. a percentage increase in the attributes of corporate governance reduced discretionary accruals by 132%, thus improving the financial reporting quality. The study, therefore recommended that the attributes of corporate governance especially in agricultural companies listed on the Nigeria stock exchange should be increased.
Empirical Investigation of the Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility on Tax Avoidance in Nigeria
Authors: Agbaeze Clifford Chilasa , Onoh Uloma Adonye , Ezechi Chukwu Peter Damian
Published: September 2023

The impact of corporate social responsibility (CSR) on tax evasion in Nigeria was the main subject of this study. To do this, information was gathered from the annual reports and accounts of banks listed on the Nigerian stock exchange's floor. Based on the analysis completed, it was determined that return on asset had a favorable link with tax evasion. Tax evasion was found to have a beneficial association with CSR. When examined at the 5% threshold of significance, it was also discovered to be non-statistically significant. The final factor, firm size, was discovered to have a bad correlation with tax evasion. However, a 5% level of significance test revealed that it was not statistically significant. Therefore, it was advised that in order for an organization to avoid paying taxes, it must first make the best use of its resources. Due to the significant costs associated with practicing corporate social responsibility, it is one of the main ways that businesses avoid paying taxes. As a result, the tax burden that is owed by a company is reduced. Additionally, the degree of tax avoidance is not greatly influenced by the size of the company.
Corporate Governance Attributes and Segment Reporting of Selected Conglomerates in Nigeria
Authors: Akpan Dorathy Christopher , Nkanga Edidiong Nse
Published: September 2023

Consolidated financial statement does not only conceal the performance of individual segments of the group but also hides the risk and opportunities that investors are exposed to by investing in those segments or subsidiaries. A balanced and effective board is a major determinant of financial reporting quality in terms of compliance with International Financial Reporting Standard. This study examined the effect of corporate governance attributes on segment reporting of listed conglomerates firms in Nigeria. Ex post facto research design was adopted for the study and five listed conglomerate firms were purposively selected. Secondary data were extracted from these companies’ annual reports and the Nigeria Exchange Group fact book. The data for the study was analyzed using OLS regression technique and the findings revealed that board size, board diligence and board gender diversity have significant positive effect on segment reporting measured by the number of reportable segments. Thus, it was concluded that corporate governance attributes have a significant effect on segment reporting. Based on the above, it was recommended that the size of the board of directors should be large and balanced enough to accommodate members with cognate experience, expertise and equity in the representation of female.
Determinants of Audit Quality and Audit Quality: A Study of Listed Companies in Nigeria
Authors: Ojeaga Joseph Oseikhuemhen , Ezejiofor Raymond A.
Published: September 2023

The study ascertained the determinants of audit quality of listed companies on the Nigerian Stock Exchange. Ex Post Facto research design was used for the study. A sample of sixty three (63) companies was used for the study from a population of one hundred and seventy companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange. The binary logit regression was applied when the dependent variable is dichotomous in nature (i.e. 1 and 0). Based on the outcome, it could be deduced that the explanatory variable of auditors’ independence poses an inverse significant impact on audit quality. The result also showed that audit tenure has a significant negative impact on audit quality. Based on the findings of this study, it was recommended among others, that management are expected to ensure strong corporate governance principles that would ensure that external auditors remain independence of insiders’ influence. This is expected to enhance the auditors’ objectivity which would lead to higher audit quality ceteris paribus.
The structural engineering of the Leadenhall Building, London
Authors: Eley Damian , Annereau Nigel
Published: September 2023

The engineering design was developed by Arup in collaboration with architect Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners (RSHP). The architecture is guided by the principles of openness, flexibility and legibility, which were the hallmark of early Rogers and Arup projects, most notably the Pompidou Centre in Paris and the Lloyd's building in London. A key aspiration from the outset was for the building to clearly express its engineering systems. Stability is provided by a fully exposed, external braced tube. Temperature loadings had to be considered carefully and led to some unusual design features. Several construction-led innovations were employed, including a solid precast floor system and a core built from volumetric prefabricated steel modules with integrated services. Significant permanent horizontal movements occurring during construction were successfully reversed using an innovative 'active alignment' approach. The multidisciplinary engineering systems, and the collaborative digital methods used to deliver the project, have been described previously. This paper presents a more detailed description of the structural design, with a focus on some of the more unusual engineering solutions.
Business Practice Note No. 14: Using social media effectively
Authors: Bistacchi Kathryn , Forman Kirsty
Published: September 2023

Kathryn Bistacchi and Kirsty Forman discuss best practice when using social media for business, sharing a plan for how to get started, practical tips and advice on measuring success.
An introduction to performance-based seismic design using advanced software packages
Authors: Silva Carla , Calabrese Andrea
Published: September 2023

Performance-based seismic design (PBSD) can be applied to the design of any structure, regardless of its importance. Nevertheless, this article will mainly be of interest to structural engineers designing new buildings or working on retrofit interventions to high-profile projects falling outside the range of applicability of prescriptive procedures for seismic design of buildings contained in standards such as ASCE 7 and the International Building Code (IBC). In particular, the article will be of interest to engineers involved in the seismic design of buildings where specific performance-in-use expectations are set by the client. It is assumed that readers of the article have a good understanding of non-linear structural mechanics, earthquake engineering and structural dynamics.
Actualización en Anestesiología Vol. 4
Authors: Parejo Ortiz María Claudia , Mesa Casalins Paula Andrea , Baquerizo Rosales Karla Estefania , Núñez Acosta Santiago Fabricio , Saquipay Ortega Hugo Valentín , Cajamarca Merino Wagner Fernando
Published: September 2023

En el mundo médico en constante evolución, mantenerse actualizado es esencial, y el "Actualización en Anestesiología Vol. 4" es una herramienta inestimable para cualquier profesional del campo de la anestesiología. Este volumen ofrece una profunda inmersión en las últimas investigaciones, técnicas y protocolos en el ámbito de la anestesia, proporcionando a los lectores un enfoque práctico y basado en la evidencia para el cuidado perioperatorio.
Tratado de Cirugía General en Atención Primaria en Salud Tomo 7
Authors: Vásquez Orozco Xunaxi Gpe , Molina Fernández Jimena Elizabeth , Delgado Quezada Silvia Valeska , Maldonado Ordóñez Dario Javier , Guevara Suárez Katerine Elizabeth , Checa Yugsi Karen Lisseth , Cedeño Carpio César Patricio , González Castro Giovanna Alejandra
Published: September 2023

El "Tratado de Cirugía General en Atención Primaria en Salud Tomo 7" representa una adición invaluable a la literatura médica, poniendo el enfoque en la cirugía general desde una perspectiva de atención primaria. Es una obra que trasciende la simple descripción de procedimientos, enfocándose en cómo la cirugía se integra y se adapta a las necesidades de la atención primaria en salud.
Guía Esencial de Medicina Interna en el Primer Nivel de Atención Tomo 5
Authors: Sares Barzola Manuel Alberto , Urzola Suárez María Rosa , Baquerizo Rosales Karla Estefania , Jaramillo Cango Catherine Johana , Revelo Benavides Karen Michel , Cortés Espin Erika Carolina , Muñoz Zapata Luis Miguel , Guananga Pujos Alexandra Maricela , Salcedo Neira Erick Xavier , Pazmiño Ruiz Roberth Vicente , Montiel Fleire Sainly del Carmen , Obando Núñez Sandra Elizabeth , Guerrero Loaiza Andrea Yolanda
Published: September 2023

La "Guía Esencial de Medicina Interna en el Primer Nivel de Atención Tomo 5" es una obra crucial para cualquier profesional de salud que trabaje en el primer nivel de atención. Este libro condensa una vasta cantidad de conocimientos en medicina interna, pero con un enfoque especializado en las patologías y condiciones más comúnmente encontradas en la atención primaria.
Actualización en Oftalmología Tomo 5
Authors: Unda Estupiñan Adrian Salvador , Cabrera Armijos Indira Vanessa , Zambrano Tacoamán Odile Ivonne , Pinargote Sánchez Mariela Cristina , Sánchez Figueroa Giorgio Rafael
Published: September 2023

En "Actualización en Oftalmología Tomo 5", los lectores son guiados a través del cambiante paisaje de la oftalmología moderna, con un firme enfoque en las innovaciones y avances más recientes en el campo. Este libro se ha consolidado como una fuente esencial para quienes buscan estar al día en este especializado mundo de la medicina visual.
Causes, Impacts and Policy Implications of Carbon Monoxide Air Pollution in Third World Countries
Authors: Chong Cara , Yoo Jonathan , Kim Jaehee , Lim Grace , Oh Sean , Lim Chelsea , Kim Nicholas , Lee Alice , Campbell Olivia , Lee Jeewoo , Kim Joshua
Published: September 2023

Globally, countries are grappling with significant complications, notably air pollution and global warming. One of the hazardous substances contributing to this problem is carbon monoxide (CO), a deadly, odorless, and colorless gas released through both natural processes and human activities. Among developing nations, Guatemala has experienced rapid and dramatic urbanization over the last decades. As a result of this urbanization, a disturbing correlation exists between increased respiratory disease cases and the presence of carbon monoxide in the air. Guatemalans face a surplus of health issues due to air pollution, including asthma, upper respiratory disorders, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These health risks are not solely confined to urbanized areas but also extend into rural regions where Guatemalans use open fires inside their homes for cooking.

Unfortunately, current laws governing air quality oversight and management in Guatemala are inadequate as they fail to safeguard and benefit the well-being of their people. To assess the extent of air pollution in Guatemala, the study measured carbon monoxide levels in parts per million (ppm) using EasyLog USB at various locations and Guatemala City, the nation's most populous urban city. Data was collected over six days, revealing alarmingly high levels of CO, specifically in densely populated areas with significant vehicular activity. The lack of proper ventilation systems and environmental regulations in these areas contributes to the persistence of elevated CO levels. This study's primary objective is to highlight CO poisoning issues in developing countries like Guatemala, emphasizing the urgent need for the national government to implement appropriate legislation and monitoring systems to mitigate its adverse effects. By taking decisive action, Guatemala can further reduce and protect its people from the detrimental impact of air pollution and ultimately work towards creating a healthier, more sustainable environment.
Analisis Metode PBL (Problem Based Learning) Menggunakan Media Visual Terhadap Perkembangan Siswa
Authors: Ilyas Mukhlisuddin , Ismail Zahrila , Zulfidar F
Published: September 2023

Engish; The aim of this study is to examine the effectiveness of learning using Media visuals in developing skills in junior high school students, by comprising teaching object associated with the topic of data collection method through the instructional video to enrich student skills. Experimental work applied to achieve the objectives of this study. The model was implemented in three secondary schools in Lhokseumawe, Indonesia, involving 260 students. The results showed that there was significant, the difference between pretest and posttest scores yield a significant score of 0.000 <0.08. Thus, the results showed significant results of implementing a teaching system of data collection and process through instructional video was effectively compared to conventional methods in improving student skills.

Bahasa; Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menguji efektifitas  pembelajaran menggunakan media visual dalam mengembangkan keterampilan pada siswa SMP, dengan memuat objek ajar yang berkaitan dengan topik metode pengumpulan data melalui video pembelajaran untuk memperkaya keterampilan siswa. Pekerjaan eksperimental diterapkan untuk mencapai tujuan penelitian ini. Model tersebut diterapkan di tiga sekolah menengah di Lhokseumawe, Indonesia, dengan melibatkan 260 siswa. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan, perbedaan skor pretest dan posttest menghasilkan skor signifikan 0,000 <0,08. Dengan demikian, hasil penelitian menunjukkan hasil yang signifikan penerapan sistem pengajaran pengumpulan data dan proses melalui video pembelajaran lebih efektif dibandingkan dengan metode konvensional dalam meningkatkan keterampilan siswa.
Peningkatan Keterampilan Belajar Bahasa Indonesia Tentang Membaca Nyaring Dengan Metode Demonstrasi Pada Siswa Kelas III SD
Authors: Hamdar Emilda , Hasmah Cut , M. Faqih Aqil
Published: September 2023

Salah satu kemampuan membacayang harus di kuasai peserta didik di kelas rendah adalah kemampuan membaca nyaring. Namun pada kenyataannya, masih banyak peserta didik yang kurang mampu membaca dengaan baik dan sesuai dengan kaidah membaca ketika melakukankegiatan membaca nyaring. Cara membaca peserta didik yang tidak sesuai dengan aspek membaca nyaring menyebabkan anak kurang dapat memahami makna sebuah bacaan yang mereka baca.berdasarkan hasilpengamatan peneliti pada saat kegiatan pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia peserta didik kelas III SDN 10 Blang Mangat Kota Lhokseumawe dalam membaca nyaring dengan rata-ratakelas sebesar 65,70% yang mana belum mencapai Kriteria Ketuntasan Minimal (KKM) yang telah di tetapkan oleh guru yaitu sebanyak 70. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk meningkatkan hasil belajar Bahasa Indonesia tentang membaca nyaring dengan menggunakan metode demontrasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan dari kondisi awal siswa dengan indeks rata-rata 5.8 meningkat menjadi 7.3.
Analisa Kemampuan Mengajar Guru Matematika Dalam Beradaptasi dengan Kurikulum Baru Untuk Meningkatkan Performa Belajar Siswa
Authors: Mega Hapsary Cut , Fitriani Fitriani , Nashiruddin Nashiruddin , Zuhra Novalia
Published: September 2023

AbstractOne major concern in mathematics education in Indonesia is poor performance of student. This low achievement appears both in the National Assessment (UN) and international comparative study such as PISA and TIMSS. Many reasons have been advanced to explain these phenomena. Among the serious reasons are teacher instructions approach which much rely on traditional method, lack of mathematics activity doing by students in the classroom, lack of learning resources, and low motivation of teacher to face new change in 21th century education. Therefore, the aim of this study is to analyze teachers’ teaching practice in mathematics classroom to find the actual their problems so that the solution can be suggest. The study also discuss how rich mathematical tasks could be a potential solution for the problem. 10 mathematics teachers and 302 students from 6 junior high schools in Banda Aceh were involved in the survey. The study fond that the majority of teachers start using problem solving approach in teaching mathematics (74%), but the teaching process stil lacks to promote some subtansial aspects of peoblem based learning that such as mathematical connection, reasoning, and reflective thinking. The study also found that teachers mainly use text book provided by the ministry of education (87%) and their ability to desain students activities stil low. This indicates that the teacher face the real problem in conducting learning activities as mandated by new curriculum. The study suggests the rich tasks as a new approach to improve teachers’ teaching practice as well as to enhance students’ mathematics performance.

AbstrackSalah satu desain task yang dapat dikembangkan guru adalah rich task. Beberapa penelitian menujukkan bahwa rich task mampu meningkatkan prestasi belajar siswa. Akan tetapi pendekatan ini jarang digunakan dalam pembelajaran matematika dengan berbagai alasan, sala satunya adalah kurangnya pemahaman guru mengenai pendekatan rich task. Oleh karena itu guru perlu dibekali dengan pendekatan ini agar prestasi belajar siswa dapat ditingkatkan. Penelitian ini untuk melakukan analisis awal mengenai berbagai kondisi objektif pembelajaran serta keadaan guru secara menyeluruh sehingga proses kolaborasi dalam mendesain kegiatan pembelajaran rich task selanjutnya akan dapat berjalan lancar. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Guru matematika SMP di Kota Banda Aceh telah memiliki pengetahuan yang cukup untuk menjalankan profesinya sebagai pendidik matematika. Akan tetapi karena factor usia serta rendahnya tingkat kemanfaatan dari pelatihan yang dikuti dalam pembelajaran matematika sehari-hari menyebabkan proses pembelajaran matematika masih kurang melibatkan siswa untuk mengembangkan kemampuan berpikir tingkat tingginya. Aktivitas pembelajaran yang berorientasi pada kemampuan-kemampuan matematis seperti kemampuan koneksi dan berpikir reflektif jarang sekali dimunculkan.
THE EFFECT OF GROSS REGIONAL DOMESTIC PRODUCTS, BI RATE, AND BUDGET ON INFLATION IN ACEH PROVINCE
Authors: Husein Ratna , Cahyadi Rahmad
Published: September 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis pengaruh Produk Domestik Regional Bruto, BI rate, dan pengangguran terhadap inflasi di Provinsi Aceh. Data yang digunakan adalah data sekunder yang bersumber dari Badan Pusat Statistik Republik Indonesia tahun 2000-2015. Metode analisis data yang digunakan adalah Error Correction Model dan alat analisisnya menggunakan software statistik E dilihat 8. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: (1) Semua variabel stasioner pada level first difference dan memiliki hubungan ekuilibrium jangka panjang atau co. -terintegrasi. (2) variabel independen positif dan signifikan terhadap inflasi, tetapi hanya variabel PDRB yang tidak signifikan. (3) Spesifikasi model ECM yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini valid, dilambangkan dengan koefisien probabilitas signifikan ECT. Pemerintah daerah harus menyediakan lapangan kerja yang komprehensif dan memberikan akses permodalan bagi masyarakat untuk mengembangkan atau membangun usaha serta otoritas moneter yang dilakukan oleh Bank Indonesia dan mewajibkan pemantauan rutin terhadap harga barang dan jasa di pasar dan pengendalian suku bunga tetap stabil dan rendah.
SOSIALISASI MASYARAKAT LOKAL TENTANG QANUN PARIWISATA TERHADAP WISATAWAN ASING DI LHOKNGA ACEH BESAR
Authors: Rusnawati Rusnawati , Ningsih Sri
Published: September 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui bagaimana sosialisasi masyarakat lokal terhadap wisatawan asing yang berkunjung kepantai Babah Kuala Lhoknga, agar mengikuti peraturan yang telah di tetapkan oleh Dinas Pariwisata Aceh. Peraturan syariat islam tersebut dikemas menjadi Qanun Pariwisata Nomor 8 Tahun 2013. Adapun yang menjadi tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana sosialisasi masyarakat lokal tentang qanun pariwisata terhadap wisatawan asing dan untuk mengetahui strategi komunikasi apa yang digunakan pada saat sosialisasi masyarakat lokal terhadap wisatawan asing dan serta hambatan apa saja saat sosialisasi masyarakat lokal dalam mensosialisasikan qanun pariwisata terhadap wisatawan asing. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif, jenis penelitian deskriptif analisis serta menggunakan teknik observasi dan wawancara. Subjek penelitian berjumlah 6 orang, yang terdiri dari 2 orang pemilik Homestay, 1 orang wisawatawan asing, 1 orang sekretaris gampong, 1 orang Kasie PMMG Kecamatan, dan 1 orang pengelola Kuala. Berdasarkan hasil wawancarara dengan narasumber, hssil penelitian yang didapati adalah sosialisasi yang digunakan masyarakat menggunakan stratergi komunikasi personal, komunikasi kelompok, komunikasi verbal dan non verbal. Adapun kendala yang dihadapi oleh masyarakat local yang pertama kurangnya sosialisasi serta pemberitahuan tentang qanun pariwisata dari Dinas Pariwisata dan Dinas Syariat Islam Aceh Besar, dan banyak masyarakat yang memiliki pemahaman menggunakan bahasa asing terutama bahasa Inggris.
Pengaruh Latihan Teratur Dan Tidak Teratur Terhadap Kerusakan Jaringan
Authors: Jafaruddin Jafaruddin , Lestari Indah
Published: September 2023

English: The objective of this study to determine the difference of the effect of regular and irregular exercise on tissue damage. The indicator was used to determine tissue damage in creatine kinase. This study is an experimental laboratory study with a randomized control group post-test-only design, using a sample of 39 male Rattus norvegicus strain Wistar rats divided into 3 groups consisting of: swimming exercise group regularly with exercise frequency 3 times per week, group swimming exercise irregularly with irregular exercise frequency and the control group who were not given swimming exercise. The treatment was carried out for 3 months. From the results of the study, the following results were obtained: there was a very significant difference (p < 0.01) between the groups of regular and irregular exercise on tissue damage, where irregular exercise had a greater effect on tissue damage. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that irregular exercise has a greater potential for tissue damage than regular exercise.
Bahasa: Tujuan penelitian ini adalah ingin mengetahui perbedaan pengaruh antara latihan teratur dan tidak teratur terhadap kerusakan jaringan, sedangkan indikator yang digunakan dalam menentukan kerusakan jaringan adalah kreatin kinase. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian experimental laboratories dengan rancangan randomized control group post test-only design, menggunakan sampel 39 ekor  tikus jenis rattus norvegicus strain wistar berkelamin jantan yang dibagi 3 kelompok yang terdiri dari: kelompok latihan renang secara teratur dengan frekuensi latihan 3 kali perminggu, kelompok latihan renang secara tidak teratur dengan frekuensi latihan yang tidak teratur dan kelompok kontrol yang tidak diberi latihan renang. Perlakuan dilakukan selama 3 bulan. Dari hasil penelitian diperoleh hasil sebagai berikut: terdapat perbedaan yang sangat signifikan (p < 0.01) antara kelompok latihan teratur dan tidak teratur terhadap kerusakan jaringan, di mana latihan tidak teratur lebih besar pengaruhnya terhadap kerusakan jaringan. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dapat disimpulkan bahwa latihan tidak teratur memiliki potensi yang lebih besar terhadap kerusakan jaringan daripada latihan teratur.
Pendekatan Etnopedagogi Sebagai Media Pelestarian Kearifan Lokal
Authors: Muzakkir Muzakkir
Published: September 2023

English:Pidie is one of the districts that has a diversity and rich culture. According to the official website of the Pidie district government, generally Pidie cultural objects have ancient manuscripts, oral traditions, customs, rituals, traditional knowledge, traditional technology, arts, folk games, traditional sports and cultural heritage. All these cultures become learning capital that students bring to school. Ethnopedology is an approach in culture-based education. The use of ethnopedology’s in learning more strategically can be done by means of education based on cultural values ??for teaching and learning in context. The use of culture in learning is in the form of Seudati Dance in Mathematics learning, manuscripts and cultural heritage in language learning, Kupiah riman in Arts/crafts, customs as a medium for social science learning, Megeude – geude in EEPIS learning.

Bahasa: Pidie Merupakan salah satu daerah yang memiliki keberagaman dan kekayaan budaya. Menurut Situs resmi Pemerintah kabupaten Pidie secara umum objek budaya Pidie memiliki Manuskrip Kuno, Tradisi Lisan, Adat Istiadat, Ritus, Pengetahuan Tradisional, Teknologi Tradisional, Seni, permainan rakyat, Olahraga Tradisional dan cagar budaya. Semua budaya ini menjadi modal belajar yang dibawa siswa ke sekolah. Etnopedagogi adalah sebuah pendekatan dalam pendidikan yang berbasis budaya. Pemanfaatkan etnopedagogik dalam pembelajaran secara lebih strategis dapat dilakukan dengan cara pendidikan berbasis nilai budaya bagi pengajaran dan pembelajaran dalam konteks. Pemamfaatan budaya dalam pembelajaran berupa Tari seudati dalam pembelajaran Matematika, manuskrip dan cagar budaya dalam pembelajaran Bahasa, kupiah riman dalam Seni/prakarya, adat istiadat sebagai media pembelajaran ilmu sosial, Megeude – geude dalam pembelajaran PENJASKES.
Sistem Pendukung Keputusan Kelayakan Judul Skripsi Dengan Metode Analytical Hierarchy Proses (AHP)
Authors: Zulfa Ira , Asri Rahmadi , Hayatun H , Kholila Ni'ma
Published: September 2023

English:Thesis is a final project that must be made by students, especially students of the White Elephant University campus and precisely students of the Faculty of Informatics. To complete a thesis requires time, energy and money. In submitting the title of the thesis, students are required to be more creative so that the thesis produced by the student can be a reference in the future. Decision support systems that use analytical hierarchical process (AHP) methods can help staff in the academic faculty of engineering, SPK which is integrated with the AHP method, will compare several thesis titles submitted by students based on specified criteria, so that no repetition process occurs. submission of a thesis title. The results obtained by using the SPK AHP method will conical to a proper title to be continued to the next stage, and certainly very useful for users of decision support systems.
Bahasa: Skripsi adalah sebuah tugas akhir yang harus di buat oleh mahasiswa, khususnya mahasiswa kampus Universitas Gajah Putih dan tepatnya mahasiswa Fakultas Teknik Informatika. Untuk menyelesaikan sebuah skripsi dibutuhkan waktu, tenaga, dan uang. Dalam pengajuan judul skripsi tersebut mahasiswa dituntut untuk lebih kreatif guna skripsi yang dihasilkan mahasiswa tersebut dapat menjadi referensi dikemudian hari. Sistem pendukung keputusan yang menggunakan metode analytical hierarchi process (AHP) dapat membantu staff yang ada di bagian akademik fakultas teknik, SPK yang diintegrasikan dengan metode AHP tersebut akan membandingkan beberapa judul skripsi yang diajukan oleh mahasiswa berdasarkan kriteria yang ditentukan, agar tidak terjadi proses ulang terhadap pengajuan judul skripsi. Hasil yang didapat dengan menggunakan SPK metode AHP akan mengerucut kepada sebuah judul yang layak dilanjutkan ketahap selanjutnya, dan tentunya sangat bermanfaat terhadap pengguna sistem pendukung keputusan.