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The Mediating Effect of Customer Satisfaction on Customer Loyalty: A Study of Islamic Banks in Indonesia
Authors: Enggrani Fitri Lucky , Basri Yuswar Z. , Maryanti Tatik
Published: February 2025

This study aims at analyzing the influence of customer perceived value (CPV), Islamic bank service quality (IBSQ) on customer satisfaction and customer loyalty with the mediation of customer satisfaction as intervening variable and without the mediation of customer satisfaction as intervening variable. The population in this study is the customers of islamic banks in Jambi province. The design of this research is quantitative. Survey was conducted to 280 customers of islamic bank in Jambi. The sampling method applied non-probability method with purposive sampling technique. This study used SEM analysis method with Amos 21 and Sobel test. The findings in this study show that CPV and IBSQ influence customer satisfaction and CPV also influences customer loyalty. In the other hand, IBSQ and customer satisfaction do not influence customer loyalty. With intervening variable, CPV and IBSQ do not influence customer loyalty at Islamic Banks. This research suggests that the management team of Islamic Banks in Jambi province should improve the service quality in responding to customer demand, customer needs and customer value in order to provide customer satisfaction which in the end affect the customer loyalty to Islamic bank in Jambi.
Financial Stability of Islamic Banks of Bangladesh: An Empirical Study
Authors: Islam Razeul , Md. Sumon Shah , Ahmed Raju , Yousuf Md.
Published: February 2025

This paper examines the financial stability of eight (8) full fledge Islamic banks in Bangladesh for the period of 2010 to 2017 using the technique of Z-score along with different financial ratios such as NPF Ratio, IDR Ratio and Liquidity Ratio that are widely accepted to assess the financial stability of Islamic banks. The relevant data are collected from the published annual reports of these Islamic banks. The finding of the paper reveals that most of the Islamic banks have lower Z-score in recent years and thus suggests that Islamic banks at present arenâ€™t on the whole financially stable. The results of the study suggest that Islamic banks in Bangladesh are now experiencing higher IDR ratio which indicates these banks are making excessive financing. Although the NPF ratios for some Islamic banks are decreasing but the pace of this decrease is very low.
Gala (Ar-Rahnu) as Micro Financing Instruments in Islamic Financial Institution in Aceh
Authors: Ikhsan Fajri  , Muksal  , Eddy Gunawan  , Teuku Meldi Kesuma
Published: February 2025

Gala is a traditional financing model that practiced among Aceh society starting from the 18th century until now. The presence of Gala as an alternative solution to poverty alleviation through Islamic microfinance products should be accommodated by the government either at the provincial or district/municipal. The involvement of local Islamic financial institutions that operate in the region is necessary in order to make Gala as one of recognised Islamic financing instruments. By doing so, the lower and middle-income groups of Aceh society can have an easy access to Gala. They can also conduct business transactions by using Gala as an Islamic financing product at each of Islamic financial institutions. In this research, the researchers made a direct observation in Manggeng and Kuala Batee sub-districts of Aceh Barat Daya district, Indonesia, by adopting the field research approach. Significantly, this research motivates to place traditional Gala as an instrument which is based on Shariâ€™ah as one of Islamic financing products and to bring local wisdom or value to Acehâ€™s Lembaga Keuangan Syariah or LKS by recognising Gala.
Gala, Financing, Islamic microfinance, Islamic Financial Institutions
Analysis of Sukuk Cross-Default Clause: A Fiqh Perspective
Authors: Habeebullah Zakariyah  , Saheed Abdullahi Busari
Published: February 2025

In recent time, there have been incessant Sukuk default cases which are posing a severe challenge to the growth of the nascent Islamic finance Industry. Institutions and principal officers in the industry are often concern about appropriate mechanisms that can protect the right and interest of the Sukuk-holders without violating Shariâ€™ah-compliant risk. It is significant to note that there is a difference between Sukuk default and default event. Sukuk defaults happen when the obligor fails in fulfilling their financial obligations as indicated in the contractual agreement. Default event is various circumstances that can trigger Sukuk default. Default event can be in the form of credit risk and moral risk. Cross-default is an example of a default event that has attracted the attention of legal and Shariâ€™ah scholars. Scholars and experts are considering the juristic status of cross-default mechanism that can be used to protect the right and interest of creditors by juxtaposing it with the principles of justice and equity in Islamic law. This paper aims to explore the legality and fairness of cross-default in Islamic jurisprudence. This study explains the concept of cross-default, how it works, review of what constitutes legality and morality of cross-default in Islamic legal theory. The study also employs the juristic analysis method to examine the opinions of contemporary scholars and expert of Islamic finance on the fairness of Sukuk cross-default.
Assessing the Awareness of Islamic Law on Equity Investment in State of Assam, India
Authors: Bordoloi Dhrubajyoti , Singh Ranjit , Bhattacharjee Jayashree , Pranjal Bezborah
Published: February 2025

The objective of the study is to ascertain the awareness level of the Shariah and equity investment decisions among the Muslims population in the selected districts of Assam, India. The study is based on primary data collected from the government and semi-government sector which are classified as educated Muslim employees working in Assam, India. This study found that the awareness levels on the Shariah and equity investment of the educated Muslim employees are low. However, the pretention of awareness on the Shariah requirements with regards to equity investment is moderate. The study is conducted based on the response from Muslim employees in the four districts of Assam, India. Since the level of awareness on equity investment as well as the Shariah is at low level, there is a need for adequate awareness campaign highlighting the salient features of Islamic law regarding the equity investment in particular and about the equity investment in general.
Customers' Perceptions on Islamic Banking: A Case Study in the Gambia
Authors: Sonko Muhammed
Published: February 2025

This study examines customersâ€™ perceptions of Islamic banking in the Gambia using both descriptive statistics and logistic regression methods. A sample of 150 customers from the four major conventional banks and the only Islamic bank â€“ Arab Gambia Islamic Bank (AGIB), took part in this study. Customersâ€™ religious commitments, knowledge of Islam, awareness of Islamic banking products, among other variables were assessed. The descriptive statistics compares and points out the differences between the responses of customers of conventional banks and AGIB. The results indicated that the customers of AGIB are more religiously committed compared to the customers of the conventional banks. The findings also show that the customers of AGIB have more knowledge of Islam and Islamic banking compared to their counterparts from the conventional banks. However, customersâ€™ awareness and usage of Islamic banking products are very poor among all the respondents. Almost all the customers agree that interest is prohibited in Islam, but they regard the AGIB not to be Shariah compliant. The findings show that religious commitment, knowledgeable about Islam and Islamic banking are the most important determinants of banking with the AGIB.
Impact of Human Capital Skills on Corporate Performance: A Case of Islamic Banks in Pakistan
Authors: Khan Muhammad Mahmood Shah , Sadun Naser Yassin Alheety  , Barjoyai Bardai
Published: February 2025

The education system in Islamic Banking and Finance (IBF) is trying to respond to the challenges of a fast-growing industry of IBF all over the world especially in Pakistan. This study examines the impact of human capital skills on the Islamic bank's performance in Pakistan. An empirical quantitative study was conducted using a survey-based research strategy to explore the areas for improvement in education for IBF. The population of this research covers Pakistan's 5 full-fledged Islamic banks and 9 traditional banks having more than 50 Islamic branches. The empirical findings revealed that a clear understanding of Islamic finance is crucial and there is a need to gain more exposure and experience in the banking sector and knowledge. Besides that, a proper education of Islamic banking provides significant impact on the performance of Islamic banks. The study concluded that general banking employability skills possessed by Islamic bank employees has an insignificant influence on the corporate performance of Islamic banks. The study is quite genuine concerning the topic, variables, and the approach used to conduct it.
Issues and Challenges of the Application of Mudarabah and Musharakah in Islamic Bank Financing Products
Authors: Aulia Fitria Yustiardhi  , Aulia Arifatu Diniyya  , Farihah Amirah Ahmad Faiz  , Nur Shazni Subri  , Zahra Nabila Kurnia
Published: February 2025

There has been a record of limited Islamic financial institutions applying risk sharing principles in financing product, especially Mudarabah and Musharakah. The issues of high risk and multi-faceted business risks that are associated with Mudarabah and Musharakah become the main obstacle in the implementation. This study aims to explore the current development of Mudarabah and Musharakah contracts in Islamic financing products, to analyze the issues and challenges in the implementation of Mudarabah and Musharakah contracts in Islamic financing products from the perceptive of Islamic banks, regulators, and customers/entrepreneurs. It also explores the possible recommendations to enhance the implementation of Mudarabah and Musharakah contracts in Islamic financing products. This study uses library research method by acquiring and analysing the information from literature related to the products and issues on Musharakah and Mudarabah as an equity mode of financing. This study finds that high risk, asymmetric information problems, moralhazard, and difficult financing evaluation processes are the main reasons of Islamic banks not offering financing product with profit and loss sharing contract. At the same time, regulators also require better risk mitigation for the scheme due to its high risk. To increase the development of Mudarabah and Musharakah products, the authors recommend the industry to change their mindset of Islamic banking operations, increase customer awareness, adopt fintech to reduce evaluation and monitoring costs, and improve the regulatory framework that supports Islamic banking by issuing regulations and incentives which could encourage the implementation of profit and loss sharing scheme.
The Realism of Islamic Economics: Abbas Mirakhor's Methodological Structure of Islamic Economics
Authors: Muhammad Sholihin  , Hafas Furqani
Published: February 2025

This study aims to explore and elaborate the structure of the Islamic economic methodology of Abbas Mirakhor. For this, the study applies an inter-textual approach to Abbas Mirakhor's works which are closely related to the methodology of Islamic economics. In addition, pairwise comparisons with texts that elaborate on the methodology of economics were also carried out, to see the genealogical structure of the methodology offered by Abbas Mirakhor. In essence, this study is able to identify the unique structure of the Islamic economic methodology introduced by Abbas Mirakhor which lies in two aspects. First is the intensification of the use of hermeneutics to produce substantive postulates of Islamic economics from sources of Islamic meta-framework (Quran, Hadith and Turats); while second, making substantive postulates as the foundation in verifying or falsifying economic experience. In conclusion, Abbas Mirakhor is considered as the bearer of Islamic economic realism.
Identifying Service Quality Priority of Islamic Banks in Malaysia
Authors: Suharni Maulan  , Siti Nurul Izzati Mohd Hanafi  , Siti Ngayesah Ab. Hamid
Published: February 2025

Service quality remains a focal issue in banking industry as banking institutions are providing heterogeneous products, including Islamic banks. Particularly when the competition becomes more intense, providing superior service quality provided competitive advantage to the organizations in order to remain relevant in the industry. Accordingly, the purpose of this paper is to identify not only the importance of service quality on customer satisfaction but also to examine the performance of each service quality dimensions in satisfying the customers. Using survey method, data of 413 respondents have been analysed using PLS-SEM. The study used PARKSEV model which is enhanced with â€œcomplianceâ€ dimension to measure service quality as it is developed in a non-Western cultural context which better suits Malaysia environment. The result shows that the service quality dimensions that contribute significantly to customersatisfaction are â€œreliabilityâ€, â€œsincerityâ€, â€œcomplianceâ€, â€œconvenienceâ€ and â€œresponsivenessâ€. In terms of performance, â€œcomplianceâ€ and â€œsincerityâ€ are well executed as they are classified in the first quadrant. However, another two dimensions which are â€œconvenienceâ€ and â€œresponsivenessâ€ fell in the fourth quadrant which should be taken corrective actions as both dimensions are important but do not performing well. â€œReliabilityâ€ is nearing the third quadrant indicating that though it is significant, but the dimension is relatively less critical as it has been appropriately delivered. Using the Importance-Performance Matrix Analysis (IPMA), the findings provide insights to Islamic bank managers on resource allocation priority and further investment in technology to enhance service quality performance.
Islamic Social Finance and Green Finance to Achieve SDGs through Minimizing Post Harvesting Losses in Bangladesh
Authors: Taslima Julia  , Anwar Muhammad Noor  , Salina Kassim
Published: February 2025

The whole world is passing through an unprecedented period and struggling to overcome the economic and financial losses caused by a tiny virus COVID 19. Bangladesh is no exception. The economy of the country is agricultural-based and post-harvesting losses of fruits and vegetables is a significant issue here. This paper tries to investigate the old problem from a different perspective, with a new strategy, hoping to mitigate the impairment. Basically, renewableenergy-based cold storage can solve the issue. Green financing, along with Islamic Social Financing, can play a vital role to facilitate the cold storage opportunities to the rural farmers. This paper, following a qualitative research method, is trying to offer a solution to minimize the post-harvesting losses. The implementation of this solution can help the rural mass to get rid of the poverty, hunger and malnutrition problems. In this effort not only good health and well-being will be ensured, but also partnership business practices will be enhanced while guaranteeing affordable clean energy uses. Consequently, the successful implementation of the new strategy can help the country to achieve several sustainable development goals, some directly and some indirectly.
Islamic Bank Dispute Resolution and Socioeconomic Rights: Comparison between Indonesia and Malaysia
Authors: Deden Misbahudin Muayyad  , Hani Adhani
Published: February 2025

The purpose of this study is to identify dispute resolution mechanisms for Islamic banks in Indonesia and Malaysia and to analyze the role of courts in resolving Islamic banking disputes to protect the economic and social rights of communities. This study uses secondary data, such as data obtained from library research, Quran, Hadith, fatwa, Islamic banking law, regulations on solving Islamic banking disputes, articles and books. The study concludes that the principles of dispute resolution for Islamic banking in Indonesia and Malaysia are in principle almost the same, as they both use the á¹¢ulá¸¥ and Taá¸¥kim methods in resolving disputes other than through litigation. Although the process in Indonesia is more numerous and tiered, it can even be tested for the law to the constitutional court. The most powerful form of constitutional recognition is the recognition of socio-economic rights as rights, which can be enforced judicially in a fair manner, and civil and political rights are usually implemented in this way. The role of the court is to achieve the constitutionality of laws that support social and economic rights.
Examining the Firm-Specific Factors Influencing Systematic Risk of Transportation Firms in Malaysia and Singapore
Authors: Vilayphone Vongphachanh  , Khairunisah Ibrahim
Published: February 2025

The objective of this study is to examine the effect of firm-specific variables on systematic risk in the transportation industry in Malaysia and Singapore for 20 years from 1997 to 2016. To determine the systematic risk, this study employs panel data analysis of Fixed Effect Model (FEM), Pooled Ordinary Least Square (POLS), and Random Effect Model (REM). Overall findings of both countries showed that financial leverage, profitability, and firm growth are insignificantto systematic risk. However, Malaysia shows liquidity significantly and positively associated with systematic risk. Meanwhile, Singapore indicates a positive relationship with firm size. Moreover, by examining the impact of the financial crisis (2008) on systematic risk, this study found that the presence of the financial crisis does not influence the behaviour of systematic risk in the transportation industry in Malaysia and Singapore. The findings of this study contribute to the finance literature which may help to increase the current understanding about the nature of systematic risk of the firms, including the Shariah-compliant transportation firms in Malaysia. A good perception of the sources of risk may assist policymakers as well as firm managers to obtain new ideas against external issues such as systematic risk, and this may help firms to increase profitability and prevent them from a loss or bankruptcy cost. Moreover, the additional information about the financial crisis and systematic risk may help firm managers to be more prepared to handle systematic risk in anormal as well as during crisis periods.
Shariah Governance in Islamic Financial Institutions in Indonesia and Malaysia: A Comparative Analysis
Authors: Muhammad Nazmi Mohd Asri  , Mukhtar Arif Siraj  , Elsha Robbi Mighfari  , Rizal Nazaruddin Firli
Published: February 2025

Islamic finance and banking in Indonesia and Malaysia have seen significant growth regionally and globally due to the effective implementation of Shariah Governance (SG) in their respective Islamic Financial Institutions (IFIs). Hence, this study aimed to comparatively analyse Shariah Governance frameworks practiced in IFIs in these two countries. The study adopted a qualitative analysis based on a case study of SG in Indonesia and Malaysia. Official documents and policies, particularly Shariah Governance Policy Document 2019 in Malaysia and Peraturan Bank Indonesia 2009 in Indonesia, were comparatively analysed according to the responsibilities of the Board of Directors, senior management, Shariah supervisory board and Shariah compliance culture. The study found that SG in Indonesia and Malaysia has several similarities and differences in its SG practices. SG in Indonesia is observed to be not as comprehensive as in Malaysia as the Board of Commissioners and Board of Directors in Indonesian IFIs do not have an active responsibility in SG as compared to Malaysia. Furthermore, SG in Indonesia does not require the establishment of Shariah control functions, and there is also a lack of a robust Shariah non-compliance (SNC) risk management when compared to Malaysia. Nevertheless, the authors believe that the internal policies of Indonesian IFIs would address these issues and strive to enhance the robustness of their SG practices. In the end, the authors hope that the findings from this study would fill the knowledge gap with new developments in SG in Indonesia and Malaysia.
Peanut Yield and Grade Response to Glyphosate Plus Dicamba
Authors: Abbott C.C. , Shay N.J. , Prostko E.P. , Baughman T.A. , Devkota P. , Dotray P.A. , Grichar W.J. , Jordan D.L. , Li S. , Marshall M.W.
Published: February 2025

Due to the increased adoption of dicamba-tolerant cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) and soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.], near-by sensitive broadleaf crops such as peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) are at an increased risk for off-target movement events. Limited data on peanut response to multiple exposure events of reduced rates of glyphosate plus dicamba are available. Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine the impact of multiple exposure events and low rates of glyphosate plus dicamba on peanut yield and grade across multiple locations in the southeast and southwest production regions of the U.S. In 2019/2020, field trials were conducted in seven states (AL, FL, GA, NC, OK, SC, TX). Glyphosate plus dicamba timings were 30 + 60 days after planting (DAP) or 30 + 60 + 90 DAP. Glyphosate plus dicamba rates were 12.6 g ae/ha + 5.6 g ae/ha (1/100X) and 25.2 g ae/ha + 11.2 g ae/ha (1/50X). In the southeast region (AL, FL, GA, NC, SC), peanut yield was not reduced by the 1/100X rate but was reduced 9% by 1/50X rate. Peanut yield was not reduced by any rate or timing in the southwest region (OK, TX). In OK and TX (South), total sound mature kernels were reduced 1% to 4% by the 1/50X rate of glyphosate plus dicamba or when glyphosate plus dicamba was applied 30 + 60 + 90 DAP. Increases in peanut pod malformations (4% to 11%) were observed in GA and NC but this response was not consistent. Multiple off-target exposure events of glyphosate plus dicamba at rates ≤ 1/100X in peanut should not result in significant yield or grade losses but may cause abnormal pod development.
Pengaruh Persepsi Konsumen Terhadap Kualitas Fasilitas Di Kota Cinema Mall Jember
Authors: Fitriani Imelda Destina , Fausan Ahmad , Fitriani Fitriani , Muhlis Muhlis
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi dan menganalisis pengaruh persepsi konsumen terhadap kualitas fasilitas di Kota Cinema Mall Jember. Dengan kata lain, penelitian ini ingin mengetahui seberapa besar pengaruh kualitas fasilitas, seperti kenyamanan kursi, kualitas suara, dan kebersihan ruangan, terhadap keputusan konsumen untuk memilih bioskop tersebut. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi bagi manajemen Kota Cinema Mall Jember dalam meningkatkan kualitas layanan dan mempertahankan loyalitas pelanggan. . Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan desain studi kasus. Data primer diperoleh melalui wawancara mendalam dengan 3 pengunjung yang dipilih secara purposive berdasarkan frekuensi kunjungan dan demografi. Selain itu, dilakukan observasi langsung di lokasi selama 2 hari untuk mengamati kondisi fisik fasilitas dan perilaku pengunjung. Hasil penelitian diharapkan dapat memberikan rekomendasi bagi manajemen Kota Cinema Mall Jember untuk meningkatkan kualitas fasilitas dan kepuasan pelanggan Kualitas fasilitas merupakan salah satu faktor penting yang dapat mempengaruhi kepuasan konsumen terhadap suatu layanan. Dalam industri hiburan, khususnya bioskop, kualitas fasilitas seperti kenyamanan kursi, kualitas suara, dan kebersihan ruangan menjadi pertimbangan utama bagi pengunjung
Analisis Pengaruh Strategi Pemasaran Digital Terhadap Persepsi Pelanggan Dan Loyalitas Di E-Commerce
Authors: Aisah Siti , Fatoni M. Iqbal , Sulfiya Sulfiya , Ramadhani M.Aldo
Published: February 2025

Artikel ini membahas tentang pengaruh strategi pemasran digital terhadap persepsi pelanggan dan loyalitas di e-commerce. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh strategi pemasaran digital terhadap persepsi pelanggan dan loyalitas di sektor e-commerce. Dengan perkembangan teknologi informasi dan meningkatnya penggunaan platform e-commerce, strategi pemasaran digital, seperti SEO, media sosial, pemasaran konten, dan email marketing, menjadi komponen penting untuk membangun hubungan pelanggan yang kuat serta meningkatkan pengalaman belanja. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode survei yang melibatkan 200 responden yang merupakan pengguna aktif platform e-commerce. Analisis ini juga mengacu pada penelitian terdahulu yang menunjukkan bahwa interaksi positif di media sosial, konten yang menarik, serta iklan digital yang efektif dapat mempengaruhi loyalitas dan persepsi positif pelanggan terhadap merek di platform e-commerce. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi dalam memahami pentingnya pemanfaatan strategi pemasaran digital dalam meningkatkan keunggulan bersaing perusahaan e-commerce di Indonesia. Dengan meningkatnya loyalitas pelanggan, perusahaan dapat mengurangi tingkat churn, meningkatkan retensi pelanggan, dan meningkatkan penjualan secara keseluruhan Melalui pendekatan analisis deskriptif dan regresi logistik, penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa strategi pemasaran digital yang efektif tidak hanya dapat meningkatkan persepsi dan loyalitas pelanggan tetapi juga memberikan dampak langsung pada pertumbuhan bisnis di era digital.
Not So Fahr: A Better Look at Endocrine Abdnormalities in Rare Neurological Conditions
Authors: Lima Heloisa
Published: February 2025

Fahr’s syndrome is a rare neurological condition characterized by calcification of the central nervous system. Endocrine diseases related to calcium metabolism are known to cause this pathology. In the literature, for instance, etiological descriptions of this syndrome are found in hypoparathyroidism and pseudohypoparathyroidism; however, its prevalence remains unknown.

This syndrome is characterized by progressive cognitive deterioration, movement disorders, neuropsychiatric alterations, and bilateral calcifications in the central nervous system, typically manifesting between the third and fourth decades of life. As mentioned, it can be secondary to other diseases, and the early and correct treatment of those can prevent progression to Fahr’s syndrome.

The objective of this case series, along with a literature review, is to highlight this differential diagnosis. In “Not so Fahr,” we describe the cases of two patients who were simultaneously admitted to Mackenzie University Hospital (Curitiba, Brazil), presenting with similar clinical and imaging findings, the same syndromic diagnosis, but different etiological diagnoses.
Theoretical investigation on Cu/Pd-catalyzed domino radical cyclization and C−H carbonylation of α-bromocarbonyl leading to carbonyl-containing quinolin-2(1H)‑one scaffold
Authors: Lu Nan
Published: February 2025

Our DFT calculations provide the first theoretical investigation on Cu/Pd-catalyzed domino radical cyclization and C−H carbonylation of α-bromocarbonyl. The SET reduction was induced by CuI attacking C−Br of α-bromocarbonyl generating CuIIBr followed by intramolecular radical addition generating six-membered ring. The alkenyl bromide was formed assisted by CuIIBr together with CuI regeneration. Next, alkenyl PdII was giv-en via oxidative addition of Pd0 to C-Br. The five-membered cyclic PdII was obtained via intramolecular C−H activation. Finally, two paths are competitive to furnish six-membered acyl PdII via insertion of CO to C-Pd bond. The polycyclic carbonyl-containing quinolin-2(1H)-one was yielded via reductive elimination squeezing recovered Pd0 from six-membered ring. CO insertion is determined to be rate-limiting. The positive solvation effect is suggested by decreased absolute and activation energies in solution compared with in gas. These results are supported by Multiwfn analysis on FMO composition of specific TSs, and MBO value of vital bonding, breaking.
Rapidly Growing Ulcerating Infantile Hemangioma Characterized by Leukocytosis and Thrombocytosis in an Infant
Authors: Karabuga Veli
Published: February 2025

Infantile hemangiomas are the most common benign soft tissue tumors in childhood, with a multifactorial pathogenesis that remains not fully understood. The diagnosis is primarily clinical, and while most IHs resolve spontaneously, life-threatening cases may require intervention. There are no specific laboratory findings for IHs, though Kasabach-Merritt phenomenon is a rare complication characterized by giant hemangiomas and severe thrombocytopenia, which may lead to life-threatening hemorrhage. In this case report, a patient with IHs demonstrated leukocytosis and thrombocytosis, which could not be explained by any other factors. Despite two months of propranolol treatment starting at 1 month and 27 days, the hemangioma did not shrink and ulcerated, leading to surgical removal at 4 months and 10 days. Notably, leukocytosis and thrombocytosis persisted for up to 20 months.We found it appropriate to publish this case because we did not encounter a case of infantile hemangioma presenting with persistent leukocytosis and thrombocytosis in the literature.
Severe Immune-Related Adverse Event with Myocarditis and Neuromuscular Symptoms with Adjuvant Nivolumab in Esophagus Carcinoma: A Case Report
Authors: Mak M.L.
Published: February 2025

Dear reader, ‘I will not harm the patient’ is one of the basic principles of medicine as part of the Hippocratic Oath. Unfortunately, the case below involved an unintended serious side effect due to adjuvant immunotherapy (nivolumab) in the treatment of a patient with esophageal carcinoma.
Tongue Deviation as a Manifestation of Paraganglioma
Authors: Marques Leite Letícia
Published: February 2025

Cervical paragangliomas are typically of parasympathetic origin, asymptomatic until they cause compression of surrounding tissues and nerves. The presented clinical case represents a paraganglioma diagnosed after hypoglossal nerve palsy.

Early diagnosis and genetic testing allow for earlier treatment and individualized follow-up, as well as enabling the screening of family members and integrating them into an appropriate screening program.
Artificial Intelligence in Waste Sorting: Advancing Recycling Processes in Greece Through Ai-Driven Solutions
Authors: Maniatis Paraschos
Published: February 2025

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in waste sorting presents a transformative opportunity to enhance recycling processes, addressing inefficiencies and environmental challenges. This study investigates the application of AI-driven technologies within Greece, focusing on improving material classification, reducing contamination, and optimizing waste management practices. By leveraging advanced image recognition, machine learning algorithms, and robotic systems, the research demonstrates AI's potential to overcome infrastructure deficiencies and high operational costs, while fostering sustainability. A comprehensive analysis identifies socio-economic and environmental benefits, evaluates current barriers, and proposes a scalable framework for AI implementation. The findings aim to guide policymakers, industry stakeholders, and environmental organizations in adopting AI as a pivotal tool for advancing waste management and achieving global sustainability targets.
Expectations of social rehabilitation in a penitentiary in central Mexico
Authors: Lirios Cruz García
Published: February 2025

Often, social rehabilitation has been considered as a security policy that distinguishes the post-bureaucratic State from its predecessor, considering that crime is inherent in learning that, if reversed, could result in rehabilitation, pre-release and reintegration of private individuals. of his freedom. In this regard, the objective of this paper was to specify a model for the study of social readaptation expectations, considering them a central axis of the punitive strategy. A non-experimental work was carried out with a non-probabilistic sample selection of 100 inmates, considering their confinement in a penitentiary system of training for early release in different modalities and instances. From a structural model ⌠X 2 = 445.34 (44df) p = 0.007; GFI = 0.990; CFI = 0.995; RMSEA = 0.008⌡ only 34% of the total variance of the construct was explained, which suggests the exploration of more indicators and their correlation with other variables alluding to the prevention of crime or the promotion of violence-free relations.
ANALISIS FENOMENA KESALEHAN DIGITAL PEJUANG MASJID UMS MENURUT PERSPEKTIF MUHAMMADIYAH
Authors: Rohmah Fitriana Laila Nur , Maksum Muh Nur Rochim
Published: February 2025

Teknologi sudah menjadi kebutuhan bagi manusia. Banyak kemudahan yang dirasakan manusia akibat perkembangan teknologi yang semakin canggih. Namun, hal ini juga menyebabkan manusia menjadi lalai dan cenderung abai terhadap aturan dan norma yang berlaku dalam bermedia sosial. Akibatnya banyak masalah seperti berita hoax, cyberbullying, riya’, dll. Oleh karena itu, perlu adanya kesalehan digital atau sikap bijak dalam penggunaannya terutama oleh para aktivis dakwah, salah satunya yaitu Pejuang Masjid UMS. Terkait hal ini, Muhammadiyah juga mempunyai aturan bermedia sosial yang terangkum dalam kode etik netizmu. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan fenomena kesalehan digital Pejuang Masjid UMS dan menganalisisnya sesuai pandangan Muhammadiyah. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu metode deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian ini yaitu fenomena kesalehan digital yang ditunjukkan telah sesuai dengan poin-poin dalam kode Etik Netizmu, yaitu poin tentang akhlak mulia dalam bermedia sosial, poin menjadikan media sosial sebagai akun dakwah, dan poin larangan melakukan bullying, hoax, ghibah, dll.
KONTROVERSI NIKAH MUT’AH DALAM PANDANGAN SYI’AH DAN MUHAMMADIYAH
Authors: Firdaus Pri An Nissa , Maksum Muh Nur Rochim
Published: February 2025

Pernikahan bukan hanya merupakan perjanjian fisik dan spiritual, pernikahan dibuat dengan tujuan agar Menggapai kebahagiaan rumah tangga yang langgeng dan penuh cinta. Di balik pernikahan yang sakral, terdapat tujuan mulia untuk memenuhi kebutuhan naluriah manusia dengan cara yang mulia dan sesuai dengan norma agama. Namun, realita menunjukkan munculnya pernikahan yang menyimpang di tujuan mulia tersebut, seperti nikah mut'ah yang hanya berfokus pada pemenuhan hasrat seksual dan bertentangan dengan ajaran Islam. Legalitas nikah mut'ah masih menjadi diskusi di antara umat Islam. Ahli agama Syi'ah berpegang teguh pada pendapat mereka bahwa pernikahan mut'ah diperbolehkan, sementara banyak pihak, termasuk ulama mazhab lain, menyatakan haramnya praktik tersebut. Penelitian ini bermaksud untuk mendeskripsikan tentang kontroversi seputar pernikahan mut'ah. Serta menyoroti pandangan berbeda dengan kelompok syi’ah dan Muhammadiyah. Artikel ini juga bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan tentang prinsip-prinsip keluarga yang sakinah sesuai dengan perspektif muhammadiyah. Untuk mencapai tujuan yang diinginkan, metode deskriptif kualitatif  digunakan dalam penelitian ini. dan memanfaatkan jenis penelitian library research (studi kepustakaan). Hasil dari analisis ini semoga dapat memberikan wawasan tentang pandangan berbeda antara kelompok Syi'ah dan Muhammadiyah terkait nikah mut'ah dan dapat menggambaran tentang keluarga yang sakinah sesuai dengan ajaran Islam perspektif Muhammadiyah
STRATEGI KEPEMIMPINAN PENDIDIKAN MENGHADAPI ABAD 21
Authors: Tabais Yesi Vinawuli
Published: February 2025

Strategi kepemimpinan abad ke-21 didasarkan pada gagasan bahwa para pemimpin perlu memahami diri mereka sendiri, kebutuhan dan tujuan bawahan mereka, paradigma, struktur organisasi, dan sistem manajemen tempat mereka bekerja, serta perkembangan dan isu lingkungan strategis yang mereka hadapi di berbagai industri, khususnya industri mereka sendiri. Bersama dengan individu yang mereka kelola, seorang pemimpin memiliki tugas untuk menawarkan jawaban yang bijaksana dan tepat untuk berbagai isu dan kesulitan saat ini. Para pemimpin organisasi memainkan peran penting dalam mempromosikan perusahaan mereka. Akibatnya, salah satu kualitas yang harus dimiliki seorang pemimpin adalah kemampuan untuk menjadi kreatif dan inovatif dalam organisasi mereka yaitu, dorongan untuk menciptakan penemuan baru yang bermanfaat yang mengangkat organisasi dan mempersiapkannya untuk abad ke-21. Dalam menangani kompleksitas masalah saat ini, yang semakin sulit dipecahkan, para pemimpin tidak hanya perlu memiliki otak dan visi yang jelas, tetapi juga kecerdasan emosional.
Efektivitas Ekoenzim Kulit Pisang dan Nanas Sebagai Pupuk Organik Tanaman Kelor
Authors: Nada Nada Pertiwi Papriani
Published: February 2025

Bahan orgnaik dapat dimanfaatkan dalam pengolahan bidang pertanian dengan memanfaatkan bahan orgnaik limbah rumah tangga menjadi produk ekoenzim yang berfungsi sebagai pupuk orgnaik yang menyuburkan tanaman. Pemanfaatan ekoenzim sebagai upaya mewujudkan pertanian berkelanjutan merupakan salah satu alternatif untuk mengurangi penggunaan bahan kimia dan pupuk anornaganik secara berlebihan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas pemberian ekoenzim terhadap tinggi dan jumlah daun pada tanaman kelor (Moringa oleifera). Tahapan penelitian meliputi pembuatan ekoenzim, pembuatan formula ekoenzim sebagai pupuk organik, penanaman, pengaplikasian ekoenzim dan pemeliharaan tanaman serta pengukuran dan parameter. Berdasarkan hasil pengamatan ekoenzim berpengaruh terhadap tinggi tanaman dan jumlah helai tanaman kelor (Moringa oleifera), dengan perbandingan nilai tanpa penambahan ekoenzim memilki nilai tinggi tanaman 25,3 cm dan 60 jumlah helai, sedangkan dengan penambahan ekoenzim diperoleh nilai tertinggi pada penambahan konsentrasi E3 (7,5 mL ekoenzim /L air) dengan nilai tinggi 28,9 cm dan jumlah daun 96 helai.
Efektivitas Model Pembelajaran Learning Cycle 5E dengan Pemanfaatan Alat Peraga Terhadap Hasil Belajar Matematika
Authors: Dewi Hasma
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini membahas tentang Efektivitas Model Pembelajaran Learning Cycle 5E dengan Pemanfaatan Alat peraga Terhadap Hasil Belajar Matematika Peserta Didik Kelas IX SMP Negeri 1 Sinjai. Penelitian ini bertujuan: (1) Untuk mengetahui hasil belajar peserta didik yang diajar tanpa menggunakan model pembelajaran Learning Cycle 5E dengan pemanfaatan alat peraga pada peserta didik kelas IX SMP Negeri 1 Sinjai. (2) Untuk mengetahui hasil belajar peserta didik yang diajar menggunakan model pembelajaran Learning Cycle 5E dengan pemanfaatan alat peraga pada peserta didik kelas IX SMP Negeri 1 Sinjai. (3) Untuk mengetahui model pembelajaran Learning Cycle 5E dengan pemanfaatan alat peraga efektif dalam meningkatkan hasil belajar mata pelajaran matematika peserta didik kelas IX SMP Negeri 1 Sinjai. Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian quasi experiment dengan desain nonequivalent control group desain. Populasi penelitian ini adalah seluruh peserta didik kelas IX SMP Negeri 1 Sinjai yang berjumlah 309 peserta didik yang terdiri atas 9 kelas. Teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan adalah purposive sampling. Sampelnya kelas IX4 sebagai kelas kontrol dan kelas IX3 sebagai kelas eksperimen. Instrumen yang digunakan berupa test essai. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah statistik deskriptif dan statistik inferensial. Berdasarkan hasil analisis data deskriptif dan inferensial dapat disimpulkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan rata-rata hasil belajar matematika antara kelas yang diajar menggunakan model pembelajaran Learning Cycle 5E dengan pemanfaatan alat peraga dengan kelas yang diajar tanpa menggunakan model pembelajaran Learning Cycle 5E dengan pemanfaatan alat peraga pada siswa kelas IX SMP Negeri 1 Sinjai.
The intellectual structure of learning agility: A case study using a modified BERT model for topic modeling
Authors: Grau García Gonzalo , Martín Rodrigo María José , Rua Vieites Antonio
Published: February 2025

Introduction: The study aims to deepen the understanding of learning agility, a relatively new construct in the field. Learning agility is essential for identifying and developing leadership talent in organizations, particularly in environments of constant change. Methodology: A thematic analysis was conducted on the titles and abstracts of 112 significant works on learning agility. The analysis utilized abstract clustering and a modified version of the BERT model for topic modeling. These influential works were identified through a prior study using bibliometric citation techniques. Results: Nine intellectual topics or patterns related to learning agility were identified, along with the influential works within each topic. The results were then compared to another intellectual structure derived from a co-citation analysis of the same set of works. Correspondences between the topics identified through both methods were established. Discussion: The comparison between topics identified through thematic analysis and co-citation analysis provides a comprehensive perspective. This integrated approach helps to advance towards a unified conceptualization of learning agility, which is essential for standardizing its measurement and application. Conclusions: The study demonstrates that combining bibliometric techniques and Natural Language Processing (NLP) facilitates academic exploration in complex research areas. This approach enables the development of more objective and reliable tools for organizations to identify and develop leadership talent.
Improving Colonoscopy Outcomes: Split Regimen, Low-volume Preparation and Addition of Simethicone
Authors:   “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania, CONSTANTIN Elena , BALOSU Simona Andreea ,   “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania, CONSTANTINESCU Aleandru ,   “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania, NEGREANU Lucian ,   “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
Published: February 2025

In the field of colonoscopy preparation, the focus is on improving patient eperience, optimizing bowel cleansing efficacy, and eploring innovative technologies. The ongoing advancements made colonoscopy preparation more tolerable, effective, and accessible for patients, ultimately improving the overall quality of the procedure. Current evidence supports low volume preparations and split dose regimen in most cases. Adding simethicone to PEG might bring some advantages in terms of better visibility and tolerability. In this mini review we present the main evidence regarding the low volume PEG/citrate/simethicone colonoscopy preparation solution.
Correlation Between Levels of C-Reactive Protein, D-Dimer, and Ferritin in Covid-19 Patients Infected with Different Bacterial Species
Authors:   College of Pharmacy, University of Al-Qadisiyah, Iraq, KAREEM Aqeel Abbas , AUBAID Adnan Hamad ,   College of Medicine, University of Al-Qadisiyah, Iraq
Published: February 2025

Introduction: The fast dissemination of SARS-CoV-2 occurred swiftly across Iraq and various nations globally, leading to a widespread viral pandemic. C-reactive protein, Ferritin, and Ddimer have emerged as pivotal molecules within the immune system, playing a central role in coordinating cellular defense mechanisms against inflammation. This study aimed to correlate the role of CRP, ferritin- and D-dimer parameters in patients of coronavirus disease - 2019 (COVID-19) associated bacterial co-infection. Methods: Sputum and blood samples were collected from patients who diagnosed a COVID-19 by an internal medicine specialist and positive PCR test. The collected samples of sputum were inoculated on selective culture media, the isolated colonies were further subjected to subculture and identified using cultural and biochemical tests. Antibiogram testing was performed with selected antibiotics. An automated VITEK-2 compact system using AST-N222 cards and - chroma11 TM D-Dimer kits was used to determine the levels or titers of these parameters using ELISA and fluorescence Immunoassay (FIA) for the quantitative determination in human whole blood/serum /plasma according to manufacturing instructions. Results: the results revealed a significant rise in ferritin levels among individuals with moderate and severe diseases in comparison to those with mild cases. Among severe patients, ferritin levels were significantly higher than in non-severe cases (P=0.02). The mean C-Reactive protein levels were 92.54±68.94, 97.66±65.70, and 123.83±65.80 in Covid19 patients infected with M. catarrhalis, P. aeruginosa, and K. pneumonia, respectively. The study showed levels of ferritin non-significant increase in patients infected with COVID-19 and K. pneumoniae when compared with other groups was none. Conclusion: In this study, the results proved the presence of an association between the elevated levels of tested biomarkers (CRP, Ferritin, D-dimer) in co-infection by bacteria of COVID-19 patients.
Экспансия османов в правление Мурада II и православные государства Балканского полуострова в Ducae, Michaelis Ducae nepotis, Historia Byzantina, XXVI–XXX
Authors: Хвальков Евгений Александрович
Published: February 2025

В данной работе рассматривается процесс экспансии Османской империи в период правления султана Мурада II и его воздействие на православные государства Балканского полуострова, с приложением перевода глав XXVI–XXX из «Истории» Дуки. Перевод этих глав на русский язык осуществляется впервые и, соответственно, делает их доступными более широкой русскоязычной аудитории. Во времена Мурада II османская экспансия значительно усилилась, что стало катализатором политических и социальных изменений в православных государствах Балканского полуострова. Дука акцентирует внимание на внутренней нестабильности этих политических образований и их неспособности противостоять растущей угрозе, что привело их к постепенной потере независимости. Данная публикация подчёркивает значимость переводимого источника для понимания реалий XV в. и исторической памяти об этих событиях.

This paper examines the process of Ottoman expansion during the reign of Sultan Murad II and its impact on the Orthodox states of the Balkan Peninsula, with the translation of Chapters XXVI–XXX from Doukas’s History. This is the first translation of these chapters into Russian, making them accessible to a wider Russian-speaking audience. During the reign of Murad II, Ottoman expansion intensified significantly, which became a catalyst for political and social changes in the Orthodox states of the Balkan Peninsula. Doukas also focuses on the internal instability of these political entities and their inability to withstand the growing threat, which led to their gradual loss of independence. This publication emphasizes the importance of the translated source for understanding the realities of the 15th century and the historical memory of these events.
Homoerotiikka Raamatun maailmassa
Authors: Nissinen Martti
Published: February 2025

Miten homoseksuaalisuutta on kuvattu ja miten siihen on suhtauduttu varhaisimpina aikoina - vaikkapa nuolenpääkirjoituksen kaudella? Entä Vanhassa testamentissa ja Kreikan ja Rooman kulttuureissa joiden kautta kirjoittaja johdattaa meidät juutalaisuuden ja Uuden testamentin eli Jeesuksen ajan elämänpiiriin. Kuinka sitten nykyaika heijastaa suhtautumisessaan muutosta ja asenteita? Käsitteellä homoeroottinen käyttäytyminen ja homoseksuaalinen suuntautuminen on eroa. Tämä on otettava huomioon, kun Raamattua ja muita vanhoja tekstejä käytetään ja tulkitaan nykypäivän keskusteluissa. Martti Nissinen, joka teoksessaan luo laajan yleiskatsauksen homoerotiikkaa kuvaaviin lähteisiin, on teologian tohtori ja Vanhan testamentin tutkija Helsingin yliopistossa.