bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Rehabilitation of greater one-horned rhinoceros calves in Manas National Park, a World Heritage Site in India
Authors: Barman Rathin , Choudhury Bhaskar , Ashraf NVK , Menon V
Published: November 2024

For the first time in the history of rhino conservation in India, three rescued orphan greater one-horned rhinoceros calves have been rehabilitated in an area that in the recent past was a good habitat for rhinos. The calves were rescued in Kaziranga National Park (NP) when they were about one to five months old when they were swept away by flood waters. The calves were hand reared and nursed at the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation (CWRC) with the aim of releasing them into their natural habitat. They were fed human milk formula until they reached two years of age, and then with concentrates and greens in paddocks in CWRC. At the age of about three years the calves were translocated to Manas NP, about 500 km away from Kaziranga, and placed in a pre-release area measuring 600 acres. This pre-release area is enclosed with an electric fence and the calves were free to roam and forage within it. After spending about two years in this area the calves were released into Manas NP. The calves were radio monitored for two years; they all survived and created their own home ranges.
Pour la première fois dans l’histoire de la conservation des rhinocéros en Inde, trois orphelins du grand rhinocéros unicorne sauvés ont été réhabilités dans un autre habitat qui avait été une zone abritant les rhinocéros dans un passé récent,. Les bébés rhinocéros ont été sauvés dans le parc national de Kaziranga (PN), quand ils étaient âgés d’entre un et cinq mois quand ils avaient été emportés par les inondations. Les bébés étaient nourris au biberon et soignés au Centre de Récupération et de Conservation des Animaux Sauvages (CRCAS) dans le but de les réhabiliter dans leur habitat naturel. Les bébés ont été nourris à la formule du lait humain jusqu’à ce qu’ils atteignent deux ans, puis avec des concentrés et de l’herbe dans les paddocks au CRCAS. A l’âge d’environ trois ans, ils ont été transférés au PN de Manas, à environ 500 km de Kaziranga, et placés dans une zone de pré-relâchement mesurant 600 hectares. Cette zone de pré-relâchement est entourée d’une clôture électrique et les jeunes rhinocéros sont libres de se déplacer et de fourrager. Après avoir passé environ deux ans dans cette zone de pré-relâchement, ils ont été libérés dans le PN de Manas. Ils ont été suivis par radio pendant deux ans; ils ont tous survécu et on a constaté qu’ils créaient leurs propres habitats vitaux.
Assessing the nutrient status of elephant dung in the Aberdare National Park, Kenya
Authors: Stanbrook Roisin
Published: November 2024

The African elephant (Loxodonta africana) is a keystone species that occupies an integral niche within African ecosystems. Elephants serve as ecosystem engineers due to their wide-ranging ecosystem functions, such as seed dispersal, production of manure compost and as agents of habitat modification. Studies assessing the nutrient status of elephant dung have thus far concentrated on semi-arid grasslands. This study presents the first analysis of the composition of elephant dung obtained from elephants located within a forested Afromontane biome, that of the Aberdare National Park, adding to established literature; and expanding on the beneficial role elephants play in promoting forest ecosystem functioning through the deposition of dung which is rich in carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Dung deposition per elephant resulted in 0.01 kg N/ha, 0.26 kg C/ha, 0.01 kg P/ha, and 0.01 kg K/ha added to the Aberdare forest ecosystem per annum. This study highlights the need to understand both the direct and indirect repercussions of continued elephant decline on ecosystem functioning.
L'éléphant d'Afrique (Loxodonta africana) est une espèce clé qui occupe une niche intégrante au sein des écosystèmes africains. Les éléphants servent d'ingénieurs de l'écosystème en raison de leurs vastes fonctions écosystémiques, telles que la dispersion des graines, la production de compost de fumier et en tant qu’agents de modification de l'habitat. Les études qui analysent l'état nutritionnel des crottes d'éléphants se sont jusqu'ici concentrées sur les herbages semi-arides. Cette étude présente la première analyse de la composition des crottes d’éléphants obtenues à partir des éléphants situés dans un biome forestier de l’Afromontaine, celui du Parc national Aberdare, ce qui ajoute à la littérature établie et donne plus de détails sur le rôle bénéfique des éléphants dans la promotion du fonctionnement des écosystèmes forestiers par le dépôt de crottes riches en carbone, azote, phosphore et potassium. Le dépôt de crottes par éléphant a entraîné une augmentation de 0,01 kg N/ha, 0,26 kg C/ha, 0,01 kg P/ha et 0,01 kg K/ha par année dans la forêt d’Aberdare. Cette étude met en exergue la nécessité de comprendre les répercussions du déclin continu des éléphants sur le fonctionnement des écosystèmes.
Gorongosa elephants through war and recovery
Authors: Poole Joyce , Granli Petter
Published: November 2024

How does an elephant population recover after being pushed to the brink of extinction? In this and a separate paper on behaviour we present an account of war-induced collapse and post-war recovery of an elephant population. Mozambique’s 15-year civil war from 1977–1992 had a profound impact on the elephants of Gorongosa National Park. Elephant numbers plummeted from ~2,200 pre-war to <200 post-war impacting the structure of the population and its families, the physical appearance of the elephants, their genetic make-up and behaviour (companion study). Using individual registration, this study aimed to collect baseline data to estimate the population size, reproductive parameters and growth and to document its composition, including age and sex structure, tusk configuration, family and clan membership. A quarter of a century after the war, rapid reproductive rate and growth in numbers are indications of recovery, but the skewed sex ratio among older age classes and the prevalence of tusklessness in post-war generations are evidence of long-lasting scars.
Additional Keywords: Age at first birth, inter-calf interval, growth rate
Comment les populations d’éléphants parviennent-elles à se rétablir après avoir été poussées à la limite de l’extinction? Dans ce document — et dans une seconde publication traitant du comportement — nous présentons un compte-rendu de la chute du nombre d’individus provoquée par le conflit au Mozambique, puis de son rétablissement au lendemain de la guerre. Les quinze ans de guerre civile de 1977 à 1992 ont eu de profondes répercussions sur les éléphants du parc national de Gorongosa. Près de 2200 avant la guerre, leur nombre a chuté en deçà de 200, affectant la structure de la population et les familles qui la composent, l’apparence physique des éléphants, leur constitution génétique et leur comportement (étude parallèle). À l’aide de la reconnaissance individuelle, la présente étude a pour objectif de collecter des données de référence afin d’estimer la densité de cette population, ses paramètres de reproduction et sa croissance. Il s’agit également d’en documenter la composition, notamment la répartition des âges et des sexes, la configuration des défenses, la famille et l’appartenance au clan. Un quart de siècle après la guerre, le taux de reproduction rapide et le nombre croissant d’individus sont des indicateurs de rétablissement, mais un rapport des sexes déséquilibré parmi les classes d’âges les plus avancées et l’absence de défenses dans les générations nées après la guerre sont les preuves de séquelles durables.
Mot-clés supplémentaires: âge de la première naissance, intervalle entre les naissances, taux de croissance
EFFECT OF EXPOSURE TO VIOLENT CONTENT OF VIDEO-GAMES ON EVOLUTION OF AGGRESSIVE AND SUICIDAL BEHAVIOURS
Authors: Wyne Mahad , Hassan Hamid , Rafiq Hussnain , Lodhi Marwah Asif , Hussain Hamza , Zafar Rehab
Published: November 2024

Background: Exposure to violent video games leads to aggressive and suicidal behaviours. The objective of this study was to compare violence exposure, degree of aggression and suicidal ideation between non-video gamers (NVGs), non-violent video gamers (NVVGs), and violent video gamers (VVGs), and to correlate degree of violence exposure to intensity of aggression and suicidal ideation. Methods: Thirty-six subjects were included in each of NVGs, NVVGs and VVGs groups. Exposure to violence was evaluated through Video Game Questionnaire (VGQ), degree of aggression via Buss-Perry Aggression Questionnaire (BPAQ), and severity of suicidal ideation through Suicide Behaviours Questionnaire-Revised (SBQ-R). ANOVA, Post Hoc Tukey’s test, and Pearson’s correlation were used for data analysis. Results: Degree of violence exposure was significantly different between NVGs, NVVGs and VVGs (p=0.000), and so was intensity of physical-aggression, verbal-aggression, anger, hostility, and suicidal ideation (p=0.000 respectively). Degree of violence experienced by NVVGs and VVGs depicted a positive correlation with intensity of physical aggression [(r=0.467, p=0.004) and (r=0.546, p=0.001) respectively], verbal aggression [(r=0.401, p=0.015) and (r=0.476, p=0.003) respectively], anger [(r=0.564, p=0.000) and (r=0.485, p=0.003) respectively], hostility [(r=0.484, p=0.003) and (r=0.440, p=0.007) respectively] as well as suicidal ideation [(r=0.827, p=0.000) and (r=0.604, p=0.000) respectively] while physical-aggression, verbal-aggression, anger and hostility scores showed an independent positive correlation with suicidal likelihood in both NVVGs and VVGs [(r=0.451, p=0.006), (r=0.484, p=0.003), (r=0.480, p=0.003), (r=0.384, p=0.021), and (r=0.441, p=0.007), (r=0.442, p=0.007), (r=0.458, p=0.005), (r=0.491, p=0.002) respectively]. Conclusion: Exposure to violent video games creates aggression associated suicidal tendency.
Pak J Physiol 2024;20(3):27?30,  DOI: https://doi.org/10.69656/pjp.v20i3.1550
MORPHOLOGICAL FEATURES AND CYTOPATHIC EFFECTS OF ORGANISMS IN CERVICAL SMEAR OF INFERTILE VERSUS FERTILE WOMEN: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
Authors: Javed Sumaira , Zilli Huma  , Humaira Imtiaz  , Sara Jadoon  , Fayyaz Ahmed  , Alruba Taimoor
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND: Infertility is a challenging health problem around the world affecting 22% of women in Pakistan. Approximately 75% of women are infected with sexually transmitted diseases during their life at least once, and present with cervical epithelial cell lesions. Sexually transmitted infections  are responsible for pelvic inflammatory disease which is known to be the most common cause of infertility. The rationale behind this study is to investigate whether infertile women have a higher incidence of infectious organisms in their cervical smears than the fertile controls.
METHODS: One hundred and fifty subjects in total were recruited in the study sample. Cervical smears of 100 infertile women were compared with 50 fertile women in the age range of 20-40 years. Fifty fertile patients were taken as controls (Group A), 50 primary infertile (Group B) and 50 secondary infertile patients (Group C) in outpatient departments of Gynecology and Obstetrics at Ayub Teaching Hospital Abbottabad.
RESULTS: A significant difference was observed among the three groups regarding the prevalence of infectious organisms in their cervical smears (p value < 0.004), with higher rate in infertile women. In addition, the secondary infertile women group showed significant rise in the rate of isolation of infectious organisms as compared to primary infertile women.
CONCLUSION: It is concluded that infectious organisms are present at a remarkably higher rate in infertile women in comparison to fertile women. Women with secondary infertility have a greater possibility of colonization with infectious organisms than women with primary infertility. Thus, it is suggested that
DIAGNOSTIC ACCURACY OF TRANSABDOMINAL SONOGRAPHY IN DIAGNOSING SHORT CERVICAL LENGTH KEEPING TRANSVAGINAL SONOGRAPHY AS THE GOLD STANDARD
Authors: Mehmood Sadia , Khan Rimsha , Anwar Sarah , Yousaf Sammia , Ibtihaj Muntiha , Waheed Alveena
Published: November 2024

Background: Transvaginal ultrasound is a gold standard technique for diagnosing short cervix. This study aimed to determine the diagnostic accuracy of transabdominal sonography (TAS) in diagnosing short cervical length in 20–28 week pregnant women keeping transvaginal ultrasound as the gold standard. Methods: It was a cross-sectional study, conducted in the Department of Radiology, DHQ Hospital, Narowal from 1st July 2023 to 1st March 2024. A total of 321, 20–28 week pregnant women were included. Cervical length was measured initially by transabdominal ultrasound followed by transvaginal ultrasound. Results: Of the total 321 patients, 264 were true negative, 28 were false negative, 14 were false positive and 15 were true positive. The sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV), negative predictive value (NPV), and diagnostic accuracy of TAS in assessing accurate cervical length are 34.8%, 94.8%, 51.7%, 90.4%, and 86.9% respectively. In all cases with transabdominal cervical length >35 mm, the NPV of transabdominal ultrasound reached 100%. Conclusion: TAS exhibits limited accuracy in correctly identifying short cervical length in women who indeed have a short cervical length. However, it demonstrates a strong ability to exclude short cervical length in women with a normal cervical length. Cervical length measured via transabdominal ultrasound can be reliably reported as safe if it exceeds 35 mm. For measurements below it, further evaluation with transvaginal ultrasound is recommended.
Pak J Physiol 2024;20(3):49–52,  DOI: https://doi.org/10.69656/pjp.v20i3.1651
RESEARCH ARTICLE RETRACTION: CAUSES, CONSEQUENCES AND PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Authors: Iqbal Tehseen
Published: November 2024

Evil of publishing fraudulent medical research papers has become prevalent. Last year (2023) the annual number of papers retracted by research journals topped 10,000 for the first time. Retractions are typically made in cases of scientific misconduct, data fabrication or falsification, plagiarism, or other serious ethical violations. Retractions are important for maintaining the integrity and credibility of scientific literature, as they help to correct the scientific record and prevent the dissemination of inaccurate or misleading information. The publication of sham science papers has its roots in some countries where young doctors and scientists seeking promotion were required to have published scientific papers. Research article writing should not be mandatory for medical teachers working at the undergraduate level. Allowing medical teachers to pursue research on a voluntary or optional basis will contribute to the advancement of medical knowledge without compromising on quality of research and it will ultimately result in a smaller number of retractions.
Pak J Physiol 2024;20(3):1?2, DOI: https://doi.org/10.69656/pjp.v20i3.1668
LINK BETWEEN PREMATURE CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE AND HYPERHOMOCYSTEINEMIA
Authors: Kiran Khadija , Malik Mahwash , Fatima Sabahat , Tahir Farah Naz , Andleeb Jazib , Habib Haroon , Ashraf Haiqa
Published: November 2024

Background: Hyperhomocysteinemia, characterized by elevated homocysteine levels, is recognized as a significant risk factor for premature cardiovascular disease (CVD) due to its role in endothelial dysfunction and atherogenesis. This study aims to measure the homocysteine concentration in CVD patients and determine the link between homocysteine levels and premature CVD. Methods: This prospective cohort study was conducted on 350 subjects after their consent and randomly selected after approval by the IRB. The sample size was calculated using OpenEpi. In the experimental group, 200 patients with unstable angina, non-ST, and ST-elevation myocardial infarction were included. After 10 hours of fasting, blood samples were taken and homocysteine concentrations were measured with an ELISA kit (Rochester). Wilcoxon test was applied and p?0.05 was considered significant. Results: Most of the subjects fell in older age groups. Family history of CVD was present in 41% of patients, 48% had non-ST and ST-elevation MI, 7% were post-myocardial infarction, and 3% patients had recurrent myocardial infarction. There was an increased concentration of homocysteine in the experimental groups compared to controls (25±0.1 µmol/L vs 5.71±0.2 µmol/L). The differences were more significant in ST elevation than in other conditions and the control group. Conclusion: Homocysteine levels were elevated in CVD with the highest concentration observed in ST-elevation MI. It is important to monitor homocysteine levels in patients with a family history of cardiovascular disease or a history of myocardial infarction. Elevated homocysteine levels may be useful biomarker for assessing cardiovascular risk.
Pak J Physiol 2024;20(3):74-6,  DOI: https://doi.org/10.69656/pjp.v20i3.1699
THROMBOCYTOPENIA IN NEONATES: INCIDENCE, PRESENTATION, AND STUDY OF CORRELATED FACTORS AT A LAHORE TEACHING HOSPITAL
Authors: Aslam Aliya , Saima Pervaiz  , Ikram ul Haq  , Ahsan Umaira , Iqbal Sahar , Arshad Asma , Rana Isra Khalid , Shamim Saba
Published: November 2024

Background: Patients with thrombocytopenia have been observed to experience changes in their coagulation profile and severity of disease. This study aims to see the incidence, presentation, and correlating factors of thrombocytopenia in newborns. Methods: From Jan 2023 to Jan 2024, 200 newborns in the Paediatric and Pathology Departments of Chaudhry Muhammad Akram Teaching and Research Hospital participated in a cross-sectional study. Utilizing SPSS-23, overall data was analysed. Results: In this study 138 (69%) of the 200 newborns were female, and 62 (31%), were male. Seventy-six (38%) neonates had thrombocytopenia, whereas 124 (62%), neonates had normal platelet counts. Of the 76 newborns, 42 (21%) had mild thrombocytopenia, 25 (12.5%) had moderate thrombocytopenia, and 9 (4.5%) had severe thrombocytopenia. Thirty-five percent early-onset neonatal thrombocytopenia (EOT) had early onset thrombocytopenia, while 46 (23%) had thrombocytopenia in the late onset (LOT) phase. There was a strong correlation discovered between thrombocytopenia and anaemia, jaundice asphyxia, low birth weight, preterm and full-term neonatal birth, and neonatal jaundice. The correlation of bleeding in neonates with thrombocytopenia was significant (p>0.05). Conclusion: Moderate to severe thrombocytopenia in newborns often follows mild thrombocytopenia. Thrombocytopenia is highly correlated with bleeding, preterm birth, full-term birth (extensive monitoring during childbirth), anaemia, hypoxia, and sepsis. In sick newborns, severe thrombocytopenia is considered as a prognostic marker.
Pak J Physiol 2024;20(3):37–9,  DOI: https://doi.org/10.69656/pjp.v20i3.1703
EVALUATING CUSTOMER SATISFACTION IN A PRIVATE BANK: INSIGHTS FROM A SURVEY IN BANGLADESH
Authors: Islam Shekh Safinul , Islam Mohammad Aminul
Published: November 2024

Customer satisfaction is essential for a bank's success and loyalty. Satisfied customers are more likely to be loyal and recommend the bank to others. This study explores customer satisfaction at a branch of a private bank in Bangladesh. A survey questionnaire was utilized, and feedback was received from 100 customers. The analysis, based on mean and standard deviation, shows overall high satisfaction but highlights several areas of concern. Key issues include limited branch space, inadequate staffing, and dissatisfaction with cleanliness and customer service. The customers were largely neutral in their opinions on debit/credit card services and online banking. By improving poor areas, the bank can foster stronger customer loyalty and better service experiences.
How Do Trauma and Identity Unfold Through Dialogue? A Psychoanalytic and Linguistic Analysis of Netflix's Slasher Solstice
Authors: Nadeem Fajar , Jamil Ghouri Seemab
Published: November 2024

This study aims to explore the relationship between trauma, desire, and identity through language patterns in the Netflix series Slasher: Solstice. Using a psychoanalytic and linguistic analysis approach, the research delves into how characters' dialogues and speech styles reflect their psychological states, particularly in confronting past traumas. The study employs a qualitative method with observational analysis of the interactions and dialogues of the main characters within the series. The results reveal that speech patterns, word choice, and intonation provide deep insights into the characters' psychological conditions. For instance, the character Connor displays aggressive and fragmented speech patterns as a defense mechanism against trauma, while the character Sadia exhibits emotional control through structured and formal language. This research offers a new perspective by combining psychoanalytic and linguistic approaches to understand character development within the horror genre. The analysis reveals that shifts in language style, as the narrative unfolds, indicate a transformation in the characters' identities, increasingly shaped by trauma and internal conflict.
ALAT PENDETEKSI ASAP ROKOK BERBASIS INTERNET OF THINGS PADA RUANG GURU MTS MAMBA’UL BAROKAH NW BOROK
Authors: Faoziah Faoziah , Zaenudin Zaenudin , Masjun Efendi Muhamad
Published: November 2024

Asap rokok merupakan salah satu kebiasaan yang ada di kehidupam sehari –hari yang tidak bisa dihindari. Merokok dapat merusak kesehatan seperti gangguan pernapasan, kercunan syaraf dan masih banyak lagi. Tidak hanya itu saja, merokok juga bisa membahayakan orang lain yang ikut menghirup adanya asapnya. Alat pendeteksi asap rokok berbasis internet of things (IoT)  dirancang untuk mendeteksi asap rokok pada ruangan. Metode yang di gunakan adalah metode kualitatif dengan dengan pendekatan pengembangan. Sistem ini menggunakan mikrokontroler ESP8266 yang terhubung dengan berbagai sensor, yaitu sensor MQ-2 sebagai pendeteksi asap, sensor DHT11 sebagai pendeteksi suhu ruangan. Selain itu sistem ini dilengkapi dengan kipas sebagai penetralisir ruangan.  Informasi-informasi yang diperoleh sensor tersebt dikirim ke aplikasi Blynk untuk pemantauan jarak jauh. Dengan integrasi ini sistem dapat memberikan informasi adanya asap rokok pada ruangan.
SISTEM KEAMANAN PINTU RUMAH MENGGUNAKAN SIDIK JARI DAN KEYPAD BERBASIS INTERNET OF THINGS
Authors: Zaenaldi Firki , Subki Ahmad , Akbar Ardiyallah , Samsumar Lalu Delsi , Supardianto Supardianto
Published: November 2024

Sistem keamanan rumah menjadi aspek penting dalam menjaga keselamatan dan privasi penghuni. Dalam era teknologi yang terus berkembang, sistem keamanan berbasis Internet of Things (IoT) menawarkan solusi inovatif dan efektif. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merancang sistem keamanan pintu rumah menggunakan teknologi sidik jari dan keypad yang terhubung dengan IoT. Sistem ini menggunakan sensor sidik jari, keypad, NodeMCU ESP32, LCD, Arduino Nano, solenoid door lock, dan modul relay. Perangkat lunak yang digunakan meliputi Arduino IDE dan Bot Telegram. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sistem yang dirancang mampu meningkatkan keamanan rumah dengan memberikan akses hanya kepada individu yang terdaftar sidik jarinya atau memiliki kode akses yang benar.
IMPLEMENTASI VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT OWASP (OPEN WEB APPLICATION SECURITY PROJECT) PADA WEBSITE UNIVERSITAS TEKNOLOGI MATARAM
Authors: Supriadi Dedi , Suryadi Emi , Muslim Rudi , Samsumar Lalu Delsi
Published: November 2024

Teknologi informasi dan komunikasi mengalami peningkatan signifikan selama beberapa dekade terakhir. Website sering kali menjadi target serangan siber karena terdapat kerentanan yang bisa dimanfaatkan oleh penyerang. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melakukan Vulnerability Assessment (VA) pada website Universitas Teknologi Mataram dengan mengikuti panduan dari Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP). OWASP menyediakan daftar sepuluh besar kerentanan yang sering ditemukan didalam aplikasi web, seperti SQL Injection, XSS (Cross-Site Scripting), dan CSRF (Cross-Site Request Forgery). Penelitian ini menggunakan metode Vulnerability Assessment dan Penetration Testing (VAPT), yang terdiri dari beberapa tahap: pengumpulan informasi, pemindaian untuk mengidentifikasi celah keamanan, eksploitasi celah, serta pembuatan laporan. Tools yang digunakan antara lain OWASPZAP dan Burp Suite untuk mendeteksi dan pengujian kerentanan. Penelitian ini menghasilkan laporan yang mengidentifikasi tiga kerentanan dengan level sedang, empat kerentanan dengan level rendah, serta tidak ada kerentanan dengan level tinggi. Setelah pemindaian, hasil pengujian menunjukkan bahwa serangan Clickjacking berhasil dieksploitasi, sementara serangan XSS tidak berhasil dilakukan, menunjukkan adanya mekanisme pertahanan yang baik terhadap XSS. Selain itu, ditemukan beberapa kelemahan dalam konfigurasi aplikasi. Solusi perbaikan yang direkomendasikan disesuaikan dengan standar keamanan OWASP. Dengan dilakukannya VAPT ini, diharapkan pengelola website Universitas Teknologi Mataram dapat meningkatkan keamanan dan mengurangi risiko serangan siber yang berpotensi merugikan. Implementasi OWASP sebagai panduan pengujian keamanan terbukti efisien dalam mendeteksi serta  mengatasi celah keamanan dalam aplikasi web.
PENGARUH PERAN KEPEMIMPINAN DAN MOTIVASI TERHADAP PRODUKTIVITAS KARYAWAN PADA PT. SUPERINTENDING COMPANY OF INDONESIA (SUCOFINDO) MAKASSAR
Authors: Usman Nurul Atika , Marhumi Sitti , Abdullah Irwan
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh peran kepemimpinan dan motivasi terhadap produktivitas karyawan di PT. Superintending Company of Indonesia (Sucofindo) Makassar. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh karyawan yang berjumlah 128 orang, dengan sampel penelitian sebanyak 56 orang yang diperoleh melalui perhitungan Slovin dengan tingkat kesalahan 1%. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif, dengan data dikumpulkan melalui observasi, kuesioner, dan dokumentasi. Teknik analisis data menggunakan regresi berganda, uji determinasi (R²), dan uji t (parsial) yang diolah menggunakan aplikasi SPSS versi 24. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa peran kepemimpinan tidak berpengaruh secara signifikan terhadap produktivitas karyawan, meskipun memiliki dampak positif. Sementara itu, motivasi berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap produktivitas karyawan, artinya semakin tinggi motivasi, semakin meningkat produktivitas karyawan. Simpulan dari penelitian ini adalah bahwa motivasi memiliki peran yang lebih dominan dalam meningkatkan produktivitas karyawan dibandingkan dengan peran kepemimpinan.
Kata Kunci : Kepemimpinan, Motivasi, Produktivitas, Karyawan
Evaluasi Sistem Pengguna Aplikasi Brimo Menggunakan Metode Mccall
Authors: Putri Kiyu , Linda Atika  , Evi Yulianingsih  , Muhammad Nasir
Published: November 2024

Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) merupakan salah satu bank milik negara terbesar di Indonesia. BRI menyediakan fasilitas Mobile Banking bernama “BRImo”. Kualitas aplikasi bagi pengguna sangat penting sebagai media untuk bertransaksi secara online. Pengukuran kualitas aplikasi akan diketahui setelah dilakukan pengukuran, apakah kualitas tersebut termasuk kategori baik atau buruk. Metode McCall merupakan metode yang mengukur kualitas aplikasi. Faktor-faktor McCall yang berkaitan dengan (Product Operation) atau sifat-sifat operasional perangkat lunak adalah : correctness, usability, integrity, reliability, dan efficiency. Metode pengumpulan data yang dilakukan dalam penelitian ini adalah: Observasi dan Kuesioner. Setelah melakukan evaluasi terhadap aplikasi BRImo menggunakan metode McCall maka dapat menggambarkan seberapa baik kualitas aplikasi BRImo. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa faktor correctness hasil pengukurannya adalah 55% , usability sebesar 40%, integrity sebesar 89%, reliability sebesar 43%, dan efficiency sebesar 76%. Secara keseluruhan, berdasarkan hasil akhir sesuai dengan skala penilaian kelayakan dan pengukuran kualitas dapat disimpulkan bahwa aplikasi BRImo berada pada level antara 61% - 80% yaitu masuk ke kategori kualitas Baik.
Evaluasi Sistem Pelayanan Aplikasi My Indihome Menggunakan Metode McCall Software Quality
Authors: Kalifatullah M.Ajie , Yulianingsih Evi
Published: November 2024

Sebagai salah satu penyedia layanan internet cepat bagi masyarakat di Indonesia yaitu Indihome, IndiHome menghadirkan aplikasi digital yang bernama Aplikasi MyIndiHome. Namun Aplikasi MyIndihome masih memiliki kekurangan diantaranya jumlah tagihan yang di informasikan kepada pengguna hanya berupa jumlah total tagihan perbulan tanpa adanya informasi penjelasan pemakaian internet, keluhan pengguna tidak di selesaikan secara real time karena pengguna harus menunggu antrian keluhan pengguna yang lain terlebih dahulu menginformasikan kepada teknisi dan aplikasi MyIndihome sering mengalami gangguan jaringan yang membuat pengguna sulit melakukan pembayaran dan pembelian paket internet. Sehingga perlu di lakukan pengujian terhadap kualitas sistem pelayanan Aplikasi MyIndihome dengan menggunakan metode McCall Software Quality, informasi evaluasi di dapat dari hasil kuesioner yang melibatkan 97 responden pengguna Aplikasi MyIndihome dan penghitungan kuesioner menggunakan Skala Likert. Hasil evaluasi Aplikasi MyIndihome menggunakan metode McCall adalah hasil perhitungan kualitas untuk indikator correctness mendapat presentase sebesar 58%,Indikator usability 37%,Indikator Integrity 76%,Indikator Reliability 43%,Indikator Efficiency 76% Setelah melakukan evaluasi terhadap Aplikasi MyIndihome menggunakan metode McCall Software Quality maka didapatkan solusi untuk memperbaiki Aplikasi MyIndihome sesuai dengan hasil perhitungan kualitas per indikator yang terdapat pada metode McCall Software Quality.
Peningkatan Kesejahteraan Keluarga Melalui Edukasi Kesehatan Mental Orang Tua : Perspektif Islam
Authors: Nur Kharomah Larasati , Tanjung Lidra Agustina , Helmi Badrul , Rismayanti Rismayanti , Hajari Siti
Published: November 2024

Masalah kesehatan mental, khususnya terkait manajemen emosi dan komunikasi yang tidak efektif, menjadi isu yang semakin mendesak di tengah masyarakat. Keluarga sebagai unit terkecil dalam masyarakat memiliki peran krusial dalam membentuk kesehatan mental individu. Oleh karena itu, pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kesejahteraan keluarga melalui penerapan nilai-nilai Islam dalam manajemen emosi dan komunikasi. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini dilakukan dengan metode ceramah dan diskusi. Materi yang disampaikan meliputi konsep-konsep dasar manajemen emosi dalam Islam, pentingnya komunikasi yang efektif dalam keluarga, serta keterampilan komunikasi yang berlandaskan nilai-nilai Islam. Peserta diajak untuk mengidentifikasi dan mengatasi masalah yang terkait dengan emosi dan komunikasi dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Hasil dari kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pemahaman dan penerapan oleh peserta mengenai pentingnya kesehatan mental dan keterampilan manajemen emosi dengan nilai-nilai Islam dalam berkomunikasi dengan anggota keluarga lainnya. Hal ini tercermin dari peningkatan kualitas hubungan antar anggota keluarga dan penurunan tingkat stres serta kecemasan. Hasil yang diperoleh juga menunjukkan bahwa pendekatan berbasis agama dapat menjadi solusi yang efektif dalam mengatasi masalah kesehatan mental di masyarakat.
Implementasi Pengaturan Suhu Menggunakan Mikrokontroler ESP32
Authors: Hidayah Rizki Rohmatul , Nurcahyo Sidik , Dewatama Denda
Published: November 2024

Pengaturan suhu dalam inkubator merupakan elemen penting dalam berbagai bidang seperti kedokteran, penelitian biologi, dan peternakan unggas. Inkubator dimaksudkan untuk menyediakan lingkungan yang stabil dan terkendali untuk mendukung pertumbuhan dan perkembangan organisme dan spesimen yang sensitif terhadap perubahan suhu. Artikel ini menjelaskan prinsip dasar pengaturan suhu dalam inkubator, teknik yang digunakan, dan faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi efektivitas pengaturan suhu. Metode pengendalian suhu pada penelitian ini menggunakan metode PID dengan Ziegler-Nichols. Pada penelitian ini juga set point yang telah ditentukan pada suhu 33˚C. Sehingga dengan set point yang telah ditentukan serta menggunakan metode PID, maka didapatkan nilai Kp=14, Ki=0.117 dan Kd=420. Sehingga dengan sistem tersebut control suhu dapat dikendalikan sesuai kebutuhan serta dapat stabil jika pada nilai set point.
Implikasi Literasi Digital Tentang Perilaku Diet Untuk Kejadian Obesitas Pada Remaja Di Kecamatan Doloksanggul Kabupaten Humbang Hasundutan Tahun 2023
Authors: Pasaribu Pebri , Lumbantoruan Benny Maria
Published: November 2024

Latar Belakang: Remaja merupakan kelompok usia yang sangat sensitif terhadap masalah gizi karena remaja mengalami pertumbuhan dan perkembangan yang sangat pesat dibandingkan dengan kelompok usia sebelumnya (Ida Niara et al., 2022). Percepatan pertumbuhan mempengaruhi komposisi tubuh, tingkat aktivitas fisik, berat badan, dan pertumbuhan massa tulang (Amrynia   &   Prameswari, 2022). Masalah obesitas merupakan masalah global bahkan World Health Organization (WHO) telah menyatakannya sebagai epidemi global (Mutia et al., 2022). Obesitas terjadi ketika asupan energi secara signifikan melebihi pengeluaran energi dalam jangka waktu yang lama, yang ditunjukkan dengan peningkatan Indeks Massa Tubuh (IMT). Tujuan: Studi ini akan melakukan investigasi bagaimana Untuk mengetahui ” implikasi literasi digital diet untuk kejadian obesitas pada remaja pada kebiasaan remaja dalam melaksanakan diet di Humbang Hasundutan. Metode: Untuk mengevaluasi hipotesis penelitian, desain penelitian kuantitatif digunakan, terdapat 58 responden anak remaja . Seluruh data penelitian diuji dengan menggunakan perangkat lunak SPSS. Hasil: Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dan pembahasan Implikasi Literasi Digital Perilaku Diet Untuk Kejadian Obesitas Pada Remaja Di Kecamatan Doloksanggul Kabupaten Humbang Hasundutan Tahun 2023 dengan jumlah responden 58 orang, peneliti dapat mengambil kesimpulan sebagai berikut berdasarkan hasil penelitian dan uji statistik yang dilakukan dan diperoleh kesimpulan sebagai berikut: ada Hubungan kemampuan Literasi Digital terhadap kejadian obesitas di Kabupaten Humbang Hasundutan Tahun 2023 ( p-value=0,003 atau p-value < 0,05).. Diskusi: Selain itu, studi ini memberikan wawasan kepada setiap anak remaja dan akademisi tentang bagaimana literasi digital mempengaruhi kejadian Obesitas.
PENGUKURAN DAMPAK PENGGUNAAN MEDIA AUDIO-VISUAL DALAM PROSES PEMBELAJARAN SEJARAH KEBUDAYAAN ISLAM
Authors: Sa'adiyah Imas
Published: November 2024

The learning process involves the transfer of knowledge from teachers to students with the aim of guiding students towards more positive behavioral changes. One of the subjects that aims to instill positive attitudes is Social Science. However, in the context of History and Islamic Culture (SKI) learning, the average student achievement level, as indicated by the Minimum Mastery Criteria (KKM), remains low. This is attributed to the under utilization of media in SKI teaching, resulting in students' lack of interest in the subject. To address this issue, this research focuses on the effect of using audio-visual media in SKI teaching. The study adopts a quantitative quasi-experimental design, involving two groups: the experimental group and the control group, to compare learning outcomes using different media approaches. The research findings indicate that using a variety of SKI learning materials presented through audio-visual media, whether natural or artificial, has a more positive impact compared to teaching without audio-visual media.
Keyword: audio-visual media, learning result, SKI learning prosses
ABSTRAK
Proses belajar melibatkan transfer pengetahuan dari guru ke siswa dengan tujuan untuk mengarahkan siswa menuju perubahan perilaku yang lebih positif. Salah satu mata pelajaran yang bertujuan untuk menanamkan sikap positif adalah Ilmu Sosial. Namun, realitanya, dalam pembelajaran Sejarah dan Kebudayaan Islam (SKI), rata-rata nilai Kriteria Ketuntasan Minimal (KKM) siswa masih rendah. Hal ini disebabkan oleh kurangnya pemanfaatan media dalam pembelajaran SKI, sehingga minat siswa terhadap pelajaran tersebut menjadi kurang. Untuk mengatasi permasalahan ini, penelitian ini difokuskan pada efek dari penggunaan media audio visual dalam pembelajaran SKI. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif quasi experimental design yang melibatkan dua kelompok, yakni kelompok eksperimen dan kelompok kontrol, untuk membandingkan hasil belajar dengan penggunaan media yang berbeda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan variasi materi pembelajaran SKI yang disajikan melalui media audio visual, baik yang bersifat alami maupun buatan, memberikan dampak yang lebih positif dibandingkan dengan pembelajaran tanpa media audio visual.
Keyword: Hasil belajar, Media audio-visual, Proses pembelajaran SKI
ANALISIS PENGAWASAN PEMBIAYAAN PENDIDIKAN DI MADRASAH
Authors: Karimah Aida , Safwandy Mulyawan Safwandy
Published: November 2024

This research aims to describe the supervision of the education budget in terms of the sources and allocation of the education budget at MAS Al Ihya Cianjur for the 2022 fiscal year. The number of informants was 6 people. The data collection methods used were interviews, observation and documentation. Data analysis is a descriptive qualitative approach with the main components, namely data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. Checking the validity of the data uses triangulation techniques. The results of the research show that the source of education funding comes from various sources amounting to IDR 287,120,000.00, the allocation for school development is IDR 287,120,000.00. Implementation of education financing starts from planning with reference to the Madrasah Budget Revenue Plan (RAPBM). Costs that do not match their realization are made into a new recapitulation. The most expenditure is used for honorarium for educators and education staff amounting to IDR 87,450,000.00. Supervision and accountability are carried out by the Ihya Ulumiddin Foundation, the School Committee, and the Cianjur Regency Penmad.
Teaching-Learning And Assessment of Islam and Moral Education Textbook of Class IX And X in Bangladesh
Authors: Chand Sultana
Published: November 2024

Islam and Moral Education (IME), whether explained as the foundation builder or basement of learning morality, has crucially affected the students by its fundamental conception of morality in academics and real life. Based on this notion, the Education board of Bangladesh has added the Subject “Islam and Moral Education” as an individual must take this subject at the Secondary level to acquire the basic knowledge of Islam and morality. This book is taught to the students of Class IX-X. The fundamental laws of Islam are eternal and immutable. At the beginning of the twenty-first century, these eternal laws of Islam require emphasis for application in the life and activities of students who have experienced tremendous changes in terms of aspirations and humanitarian philosophy of life, which Islam advocates so that they acquire values like patriotism, honesty, justice, tolerance, liberalism, the dignity of labor, duties towards family and society, a democratic spirit, a non-communal ideal of life, and the sense of equality of all citizens. This book entitled Islam and Moral Education has been written with this objective. This book is taught and highly recommended to implement the acquired knowledge from this book to become an ideal human being. This textbook is a huge asset in one’s quest to learn about morality, its relationship to Islam, and to develop into an enlightened, elegant, endearing, and morally upright person.
Developing a Strategic Model for Current Ulama’s Movements and Political Engagement: Lessons from the Contributions of Ulama in Combating British Colonization
Authors: MD BANI EAMIN MIAZEE
Published: November 2024

Contemporary ulama often face challenges in uniting diverse Muslim communities around shared goals. This paper seeks to identify the strategic lessons from the past that can enhance the effectiveness of current movements led by ulama. This paper proposes a strategic model for contemporary ulama’ movements and political engagement, drawing on historical lessons from the contributions of ulama during British colonization. By analyzing their mobilization strategies, community engagement, and political activism, this study aims to identify effective approaches for current ulama to address contemporary challenges while promoting unity within the Muslim community. The historical context of British colonization in India serves as a critical backdrop for understanding the role of ulama in shaping Muslim identity and political involvement. This paper examines how the ulama effectively organized communities, advocated for rights, and resisted colonial oppression, providing valuable insights for today’s ulama engaged in similar movements and political activities.
Krishna Mishra’s Classical Sanskrit Drama “PrabodhaChandrodaya” Philosophical Resolution of Moral Barriers
Authors: DURJOY NATH
Published: November 2024

This study shows the moral barriers inside our minds and the solutions to overcome these obstacles. I have tried to find out from this doubt Prabodha Chandrodaya, one of the dramas of Sanskrit literature. The purpose of this study is to provide a clear and coherent explanation of Advaita, an important branch of Indian philosophy, which the playwright of the play has kept behind. From this, we will present a picture of how we can overcome moral barriers and other effects of the mind that consume our cognition. I have highlighted this issue in the study through a comparative and qualitative discussion. From this we will try to understand how moral inhibitions affect our lives, how we lose the sense of good and evil of conscience, and how the Advaita philosophy hidden in the Prabodha Chandrodaya drama gives us a complete philosophical solution to find the guidelines of the mentioning problem. Ultimately, it can be said that the relevance of this research will influence future scholarly works and open the door to the theoretical discussions on philosophy present in Sanskrit literature.
Expérience étudiante en lien avec l’équité, la diversité et l’inclusion en enseignement supérieur
Authors: Doutreloux Émilie , Azovide Koudjo Afuwu Yesifa
Published: November 2024

À l’heure où les premières politiques et les premiers plans d’action en matière d’équité, de diversité et d’inclusion (EDI) sont évalués dans les systèmes d’enseignement supérieur canadiens, cet article s’intéresse à l’expérience vécue de populations étudiantes en quête d’équité à l’Université Laval. À l’aide d’une méthodologie mixte se basant sur les concepts d’équité, de diversité, d’inclusion et de discrimination, il recense des points d’achoppement nuisant à la pleine participation des étudiants et étudiantes, à leur réussite et à leur plein épanouissement tels que les sentiments d’exclusion et d’invisibilisation, les manifestations de racisme et la promotion de la culture d’excellence. Il encourage les personnels de l’enseignement supérieur à mener des changements selon une approche ascendante, qui considère systématiquement le point de vue des individus et des groupes étudiants dans leurs réflexions et leurs actions en matière d’EDI.
Typologie des rapports à la mise en oeuvre de la réflexivité dans la formation des enseignants du primaire
Authors: Ayachi Sabeur , Monceau Gilles
Published: November 2024

Cet article repose sur une recherche doctorale portant sur la mise en oeuvre de la réflexivité dans la formation des futures enseignantes et futurs enseignants tunisiens du primaire. Elle vise à comprendre comment les formées et formés, formatrices et formateurs perçoivent la commande institutionnelle, comprennent la notion de réflexivité et la mettent en oeuvre. La recherche a articulé une phase d’observation, la réalisation d’entretiens et une analyse des textes prescriptifs et de documents pédagogiques. La dimension clinique-compréhensive de la démarche socio-clinique institutionnelle (Monceau, 2018) a permis de déterminer cinq types de rapport à la mise en oeuvre de la réflexivité: «techniciste», «conservateur ou résistant», «légaliste», «scientifique» et «convaincu-malhabile».
OECD Ülkelerinde Lojistik Performans ve Küresel Yetenek Rekabet Gücü: Entegre MEREC-AHP-TOPSİS Yaklaşımıyla Bir Analiz
Authors: Çiftçi Burak , Aydın Umut
Published: November 2024

Küreselleşmenin hız kazandığı ve rekabet gücünün giderek arttığı günümüz dünyasında, ulusal rekabet edilebilirlik için küresel düzeyde yetenek rekabetini anlamak ve etkin bir şekilde yönetmek giderek önem kazanmıştır. Aynı zamanda doğrudan ulusal ekonomiyi etkileyen ve rekabet gücünde kritik bir rol oynayan lojistik sektörü, performansı yüksek olan ülkelerin ekonomik büyümesini hızlandırarak rekabet avantajlarını artırmaktadır. Bu bağlamda, Küresel Yetenek Rekabeti Endeksi (GTCI) ve Lojistik Performans Endeksi (LPI), ülkelerin bu dinamik süreçteki konumlarını ve performanslarını değerlendirmede kritik öneme sahip göstergeler olarak öne çıkmaktadır. Bu nedenle çalışmada 2023 yılına ait Küresel Yetenek Rekabeti Endeksi (GTCI) ve Lojistik Performans Endeksi (LPI) veri setleri kullanarak OECD ülkelerinin performansları analiz edilmiştir. Çalışmada Çok Kriterli Karar Verme yöntemleri olan MEREC, AHP ve TOPSİS entegre edilmiştir. Objektif kriter ağırlığı hesaplamasında kullanılan MEREC ve sübjektif kriter ağırlığı hesaplaması yapabilen AHP yöntemleriyle ülkelerin GTCI ve LPI kriter ağırlıkları belirlenmiş, TOPSİS yöntemiyle ülkeler performanslarına göre sıralanmıştır. Bilindiği kadarıyla literatürde ilk defa önerilen bu entegre yaklaşımla elde edilen bulgular sonucunda İsviçre birinci sırada, Amerika Birleşik Devletleri ikinci sırada ve Danimarka üçüncü Sırada yer almıştır.
Yetişkin Öğrenmesinde Andragojik Yaklaşımlar: Otomotiv Sektöründe İş Sağlığı Güvenliği Eğitiminde Oyunlaştırma Uygulamaları
Authors: Çırakoğlu Kelleci Sevil , Civcivoğlu Sude Nur
Published: November 2024

Günümüzde iş sağlığı ve güvenliği (İSG) eğitimleri genellikle sınırlı bütçelerle ve eğitmen merkezli pedagojik yaklaşımlarla gerçekleştirilmektedir. Ancak etkili yetişkin öğrenimi için katılımcı merkezli andragojik prensiplerin eğitim programlarına entegre edilmesi gerekmektedir. Otomotiv sektöründe, çalışanların dinamik ve öngörülemeyen ortamlardaki tehlikeleri tanıyamamaları ve tepki gösterememeleri nedeniyle yüksek kaza istatistikleri artmaktadır. Bu çalışmada tehlike gruplarına göre periyodik olarak verilen temel İSG eğitimlerinin yetişkinlerin bilişsel öğrenme süreçleri üzerindeki etkileri incelenmiş ve otomotiv sektöründe andragojik prensipler çerçevesinde etkili tehlike ve risk tanıma eğitimleri için eğitici ve öğretici bir oyun tasarlanması amaçlanmıştır.Çalışma Türkiye'nin Bursa ilindeki otomotiv sektöründe gerçekleştirilmiş olup bu kapsamda bir firmada tehlike tanımlama analizleri ve risk değerlendirmeleri yapılmıştır. "Çok Tehlikeli", "Tehlikeli" ve "Az Tehlikeli" kategorilerine göre 150 risk değerlendirme kartı oluşturulmuştur. Prototip oyunlar 25 çalışan üzerinde test edildi ve oyunun etkisi kontrol gruplarında değerlendirildi. Sonuçlar, İSG Tabum Oyunu eğitimi nedeniyle hem kontrol grubunda hem de deney grubunda önemli artışlar olduğunu gösterdi. Bu bulgular oyunun katılımcıların İSG bilgi düzeylerini arttırmada etkili olduğunu ortaya koymaktadır.Çalışma, otomotiv sektöründe çalışanların tehlike ve risk tanıma becerilerini geliştirerek iş kazaları ve hastalıkların önlenmesine katkı sağlayabilecek yeni eğitim yöntemleri sunmaktadır.