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Pengaruh Akuntabilitas Dan Transparansi Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Di Lingkungan Dinas PUPESDM Studi Kasus: BALAI PIALAM DIY
Authors: Muhammad Hadyan Fariz Ahnaf  , Isti Rahayu
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this research is to find out how the effect of accountability and transparency on employee performance. The location of this research was carried out in the PUPESDM Service Environment, especially the BALAI PIALAM DIY. The method used is quantitative and the technique used is by distributing questionnaires to BALAI PIALAM DIY employees. The results of the study show that accountability and transparency have a positive effect on employee performance. Accountability and transparency do not have a positive effect on employee performance with gender moderation. With the influence of accountability and transparency on employee performance which is optimal, it is hoped that it is necessary to evaluate the results of work programs, because evaluation is a benchmark or reference for agencies to continue to develop and be able to improve the quality of employee performance to become more qualified.
Analisis Kontribusi Pajak Daerah Dan Retribusi Daerah Dalam Upaya Peningkatan Pendapatan Asli Daerah Kabupaten Magelang Tahun 2019-2021
Authors: Riris Nur Alia  , Nuwun Priyono  , Kartika Pradana Suryatimur
Published: August 2024

This study aims to examine the contribution of each regional tax and regional levy to Local Own Revenue (PAD) in Magelang Regency from 2019 to 2021. This study used a qualitative methodology and a descriptive approach. The findings of this study indicate that the receipt of local taxes and levies has fluctuated, and the contribution of regional taxes and levies to Regional original Revenue (PAD) is still low and not optimal. The highest contributing tax revenue from 2019-2021 was IDR 156,886,789,664 or 37.6% in 2019. Meanwhile, the highest regional levy revenue in 2020 was IDR 27,049,700,014 or 8.2%. Therefore, the Magelang Regency Government needs efforts to increase Regional Original Revenue in order to support the function of regional autonomy, namely organizing government and development financing.
Analysis of Goods Production Control Using The EOQ and ROP Method In Malaya Mart Bangkinang
Authors: Fifitri Ali  , Ulvah Maysaroh
Published: August 2024

This study aims to compare the application of the EOQ method with the method used by the company in controlling the supply of merchandise inventory at Malaya Mart Bangkinang. This study analyzes the application of using the EOQ and ROP methods in 2020. From the research that has been done, it is known that the company's order frequency and total inventory costs have a large value and the company's policy does not have calculations for securing inventory and reorder points. Compared to using the EOQ and ROP methods, the frequency and total inventory costs have a small value and the EOQ and ROP methods calculate safety stock for merchandise inventory stock and re-inventory for merchandise inventory control.
Analisis Kinerja Rumah Sakit Dengan Pendekatan Metode Balanced Scorecard
Authors: Dissa Elvaretta
Published: August 2024

This study aims to analyze the performance of Regional Hospital X by Balanced Scorecard Approach Method. This research was conducted by the method of operational research with the analysis of qualitative and quantitative data using a single case study on Regional Hospital X. As a government-owned hospital, Regional Hospital X should aim to provide good service to customers. Therefore, it is necessary to measure non-financial aspects instead of measuring financial aspects only. Measurement of performance using the Balanced Scorecard method covering four perspectives: financial, customer, internal business processes, learning and growth. The results showed that the performanced of Regional Hospital X is good enough seen from four perspective of Balanced Scorecard Method Approach.
Pengaruh Fleksibilitas Akuntansi Dan Pengungkapan Laporan Keuangan Terhadap Real Earning Management
Authors: Boniface Ata Donatus  , D Jefryan Christian Cabelen  , Tri Ratnawati
Published: August 2024

This research purpose to examine influence  of  accounting flexibility, level of disclosure of financial statement and litigation risk to real earning management, this research also explore the role of audit quality to the relationship between accounting flexibility, level of disclosure of financial statement and litigation risk to real earning management. This research is done at the Indonesia Stock  Exchange with population of 156 of manufacturing companies. The technical of sample taken by using the purposive sampling method, with 42 sample companies. The technique of  data  analysis use the  SEM analysis with the aid of AMOS version 22. Result of this  research  show  that accounting flexibility, level of disclosure of financial statement and litigation risk does not influence to real earning management, and also audit quality does not influence to the relationship between accounting flexibility,  level  of disclosure of financial statement and  litigation  risk to real earning management.
UNDERSTANDING AND APPLICATION OF GREEN ACCOUNTING COFFEE SHOP KEDUNG BARUK URBAN VILLAGE
Authors: Novita Rahmawati  , Maria Yovita R Pandin
Published: August 2024

This study aims to determine the level of understanding and application of the will of cloning in coffee shops in Kedung baruk village. Green accounting is an accounting method that correlates environmental aspects and sustainability regarding the measurement of reporting and financial analysis of an organization aims to integrate environmental and social information into the financial statements of the decision-making process that allows a more comprehensive assessment of social and environmental financial performance. Techniques using observation questionnaires, interviews, documentation to bury research data. Data analysis in conducting this research is descriptive qualitative. The results of this study are that the coffee shop actors in the new building understand the earthquake and apply it in their operational activities and understand the importance of considering the environmental impact of the coffee shop business taking steps to reduce negative impacts by reducing negative impacts in making handicrafts to protect the environment and there are still some Warkop who do not understand and apply it in their operations. In the way of providing environmental accountability that has gone through the stage of adjustment with various environmental objectives and corporate ideals, environmental costs can be in the form of costs of steps taken, or that must be taken to regulate various environmental impacts on company activities.
Analisis Financial Distress Perusahaan Transportasi Pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19 Menggunakan Analisis Model Altman Z Score dan Zmijewski
Authors: Salsabilla Salsabilla  , Kurnia Hamidah  , Zahra Putri Nabilla  , Rayhan Fadlan
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this study was to analyze the financial distress of companies in the road transportation subsector listed on the IDX. This type of research is quantitative research. The population in this study were road transportation sub-sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2020 and 5 samples were taken using purposive sampling. Data obtained from financial reports published on the website www.idx.co.id with a time period of 2020. The findings of this study indicate that based on the two methods used, there are 2 companies that are in a healthy condition, namely PT Blue Bird Tbk and PT Eka Sari Lorena Transportasi Tbk. A total of 2 companies are included in unhealthy conditions, namely Steady Safe Tbk and Express Transindo Utama Tbk. The remaining 1 company that has different analysis results between the two methods used, namely PT WEHA Transportasi Indonesia Tbk.
Analisis Perlakuan Akuntansi Aset Tetap Berdasarkan SAK-ETAP Pada Puskopdit Swadaya Utama
Authors: Anastasia Relyani Laru  , Wilhelmina Mitan  , Konstantinus Pati Sanga
Published: August 2024

The aim of this research is to determine and analyze the accounting treatment of fixed assets based on SAK-ETAP at Puskopdit Swadaya Utama 2020-2021. The research method used is descriptive qualitative. The data sources used in this research are primary data and secondary data. Data collection techniques in this research used observation, interviews and documentation methods. The data analysis technique used is qualitative analysis, namely data collection and analysis, data reduction, data presentation, and verification or drawing conclusions. The results of this research show that the classification of fixed assets, acquisition and recognition of fixed assets, measurement of fixed assets, depreciation of fixed assets, and presentation of fixed assets in the balance sheet are in accordance with SAK-ETAP. Meanwhile, the termination and disposal of fixed assets is not in accordance with SAK-ETAP.
Efektifitas Perputaran Persediaan Dan Perputaran Piutang Dalam Meningkatkan Profitabilitas Pada PT Indo Kordsa Tbk
Authors: Devi Dwi Nilasari  , Nuryadi Nuryadi
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine inventory turnover and accounts receivable turnover in increasing profitability at PT Indo Kordsa Tbk. The data studied is in the form of the financial statements of PT Indo Kordsa Tbk for 2018-2021. The data collection technique used is the documentation technique. The data analysis technique in this study is a qualitative descriptive analysis technique.
The results of this study state that 1) inventory turnover that has been carried out by the company for 4 years has not been effective 2) receivable turnover that has been carried out by the company for 4 years has not been effective 3) profitability is considered less than optimal because the level of sales has decreased resulting in inventory turnover and receivable turnover not yet effective so that it has not been able to help obtain maximum profitability.
Tinjauan Multidimensi Kinerja Keuangan PT Wahana Ottomitra Multiartha Finance Melalui Pendekatan Rasio Likuiditas, Profitabilitas, Solvabilitas, Dan Aktivitas
Authors: Anita Anggraini Safitri  , Syamsul Arifin
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the financial performance of PT WOM Finance, evaluated through financial ratio analysis for the years 2019-2021. The data analysis method used is qualitative descriptive method, employing the measurement of liquidity, solvency, and profitability ratios. Based on the research findings, the liquidity ratios for the period 2019-2021 can be considered good, as the company is able to meet its short-term obligations. Regarding the solvency ratios for the same period, the company demonstrates positive steps by reducing its use of debt in financing its capital, indicating a good financial stability. However, in terms of profitability ratios for the period 2019-2021, the company has not been able to achieve the desired profits. This is evident from the difficulties encountered in generating profits with each sale.
Analisis Penerapan Sistem Informasi Akuntansi Penjualan Dalam Menunjang Efektivitas Pengendalian Internal Pada CV Agung Mandiri Motor
Authors: Elisabeth Sherly Noveli Simon  , Maria Nona Dince  , Emilianus Eo Kutu Goo
Published: August 2024

The formulation of the problem in this research is whether the implementation of the sales accounting information system is appropriate in supporting internal control at CV. Agung Mandiri Motor? This research aims to determine the application of the sales accounting information system in supporting the effectiveness of internal control at CV. Agung Mandiri Motor. This research was carried out at CV. Agung Mandiri Motor using qualitative methods. There are two sources of data in this research, namely primary data and secondary data. The data collection techniques used were documentation, interviews and observation. The data analysis technique used is by comparing the results of field findings with the cash and credit sales accounting information system theory at CV.Agung Mandiri Motor. The results of this research indicate that the sales accounting information system implemented by CV. Agung Mandiri Motor is not yet fully suitable to support the effectiveness of internal control.
Analisis Perlakuan Akuntansi Hubungan Kantor Pusat dan Kantor Cabang Pada Usaha Papabendonut Coffee & Eatery
Authors: Arini Nur Arista  , Abdul Aziz Ramadhan  , Rani Asupa  , Ratna Septina  , Carmidah Carmidah
Published: August 2024

This research examines the analysis of the accounting treatment of head office and branch office relationships at Papabendonuts Coffee & Eatery. The purpose of this study is to determine how the implementation of the accounting relationship treatment between the head office and branch offices of Papabendonuts Coffee & Eatery. Through interviews with the shopkeeper of the Papabendonuts Coffee & Eatery branch office located in Mulyojati, West Metro, it was found that the accounting system used in this business uses a centralized system with the implementation of financial statements, bookkeeping at branch and head offices, production authority, merchandise collection, allocation of employee rights costs, recording assets or recording profit and loss. From these implementations, it was found that Papabendonuts Coffee & Eatery has 75% conformity in the implementation of accounting relationships between the head office and branch offices related to the centralization system. The results of this study indicate that Papabendonuts Coffee & Eatery is almost in accordance with the existing centralization system in the accounting relationship between the head office and branch offices.
Implementasi Akuntansi Lingkungan Terhadap Kinerja Perusahaan
Authors: Sintya Kirana  , Nafisah Nuqma Nasyiwa
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the implementation of accounting on company performance. The method used in this research is literature study. The type of data used in this research is secondary data, which comes from research journals that have been reprocessed. This research instrument is data on accounting implementation on company performance. Where the journal is used as a reference, the determination of reference data comes from the internet and accredited journal website sources. Then the data obtained is analyzed, concluded and reviewed to obtain conclusions from the literature study. The results of the research show that benchmarks can be found regarding the implementation of accounting on company performance so that it can be concluded that there is an increased focus on environmental problems which is in line with increasing environmental damage. Despite repeated emphasis on the importance of environmental protection, environmental damage continues to occur, especially in relation to business operations. To overcome this problem, environmental accounting is considered the best solution for companies to be responsible for managing the impact of environmental damage related to their business activities. However, there are still challenges in implementing environmental accounting, mainly due to a lack of awareness among individuals and society. Several case studies in Indonesia, such as industrial waste dumping and uncontrolled deforestation, show that environmental violations can result in companies being closed down by the government.
Akuntabilitas Dan Pengelolaan Keuangan Di Masjid Melalui Pendekatan Fenomenologi
Authors: Abidin Alimuddin Sihotang  , Mustafa Kamal Rokan  , Arnida Wahyuni Lubis
Published: August 2024

This study shows that the importance of accountability in financial reports. The goal to be achieved is to look at the financial statements at the Great Sidikalang mosque whether it is in accordance or not in accordance with applicable standards. This research uses descriptive qualitative with a phenomenological approach. The phenomenological approach is used to understand in depth the activities to finance that exist in the Great Sidikalang mosque. This research obtained an explanation of accountability both for fellow humans and accountability to Allah SWT in accordance with the understanding and reality experienced by the administrators. In connection with the financial statements, the Sidikalang Great Mosque still does not fulfill the components of the financial statements in accordance with PSAK No. 45. The Sidikalang Great Mosque only presents reports in a simple manner due to limited human resources. Therefore, researchers construct financial reports in accordance with PSAK No. 45 from the data obtained by researchers
Analisis Penerapan Pedoman Asistensi Akuntansi Keuangan Desa dalam Mewujudkan Akuntabilitas dan Transparansi Dana Desa Dalam Perspektif Ekonomi Islam
Authors: Putri Aulia Br Siregar
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the application of village financial accounting assistance guidelines in realizing accountability and transparency of village funds in NogoRejo Village, Galang District, Deli Serdang Regency and what the Islamic economic view of accountability and transparency is. Accountability and Transparency are important elements that cannot be separated, a good and accountable financial report will produce a good transparent financial report as well, so these two elements are very important in managing funds, both central government funds, provincial governments, district governments /city, or village government. The method used in this research is a field study which includes observation, interviews and documentation. This research uses qualitative methods, and the data analysis technique used is descriptive analysis. The results of this research show that the village accounting assistance guidelines implemented by NogoRejo Village have played a role in accountability and transparency in managing village funds. However, the guidelines will not be implemented if village officials do not first understand the existing guidelines. In carrying out responsibility (accountability) for managing village funds in NogoRejo Village, based on each process carried out by village officials in accordance with the guidelines set by the Minister of Home Affairs and village officials who have carried out their duties in their respective fields, all funds that have been allocated for activities will be made into information boards.
Literature Review : Pengaruh Audit Manajemen, Sistem Pengendalian Internal, Peran Audit Internal, Terhadap Good Corporate Governance Badan Usaha Milik Negara
Authors: Adelia Putri  , Tuti Meutia
Published: August 2024

This study discusses the influence of management audit, internal control system, and the role of internal audit on the implementation of good corporate governance principles in SOEs in Indonesia. The findings show that management audit practices, internal control systems, and internal audits have a significant role in supporting good corporate governance. The relationships found in this study highlight the importance for companies to develop and strengthen internal control systems, improve the effectiveness of internal audits, and ensure management's commitment in implementing good Good Corporate Governance (GCG) practices within the company. Based on the literature, it can be seen that management audit, internal control system, and the role of internal audit have a significant influence on Good Corporate Governance practices. Several studies have also shown that the implementation of GCG principles helps companies improve transparency, accountability, and compliance with organizational regulations
Analisis Penerapan Akuntansi Syariah Pada Pembiayaan Murabahah PT. Bank Syariah Indonesia Dengan Mengacu Pada PSAK 102
Authors: Charla Gutri Santika  , Ferdy Jumansyah  , Irma Yuniza  , Lisa Nuraini
Published: August 2024

Sharia banking in Indonesia is experiencing rapid development by offering products that are different from conventional banking. One of Bank Syariah Indonesia's (BSI) flagship products that customers are interested in is the murabahah financing contract. Murabahah is the activity of buying and selling goods with a selling price equal to the acquisition price plus an agreed profit. The seller must disclose the purchase price of the goods to the buyer. Murabahah transactions at BSI are subject to PSAK No. 102. This PSAK is a guideline in the process of recognizing, measuring, submitting and presenting financial reports. This research aims to analyze the suitability of BSI's murabahah financing policy with PSAK 102. The data used is secondary data from books, citations, articles, journals, as well as BSI's financial reports and annual reports. The research results show that the application of sharia accounting based on PSAK 102 in murabahah financing at BSI is fully appropriate. This applies at the time of recognition and measurement, presentation and distribution. In conclusion, BSI has implemented PSAK 102 well in murabahah financing. This shows BSI's commitment to running a transparent and accountable sharia business.
How to stay in academia without becoming cynical?
Authors: Herzog Lisa
Published: August 2024

This text is an adapted translation of the speech given at the ceremony for the Schader Preis 2022, a German prize handed out to scholars in the social sciences whose work contributes to addressing societal problems. The German original can be found at https://www.schader-stiftung.de/fileadmin/user_upload/Schader-Preis_2022_Vortrag_Lisa_Herzog.pdf.
Analisis Partisipasi Masyarakat dalam Upaya Pengembangan Kampung Wisata Ekologi Temas
Authors: Nasri Tinaiya Naila , Adnyana Made Bambang
Published: August 2024

Kampung Wisata Ekologi merupakan kampung yang mengusung konsep keberlanjutan lingkungan dan menjadi salah satu destinasi unggulan di Kota Batu, Jawa Timur. Adanya pandemi covid 19, merubah seluruh kegiatan wisata menjadi terhenti, menyebabkan partisipasi masyarakat mengalami penurunan. Masalah pokok pada penelitian ini yaitu kurangnya partisipasi masyarakat dalam pengembangan Kampung Wisata Ekologi sebagai desa wisata. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui bentuk partisipasi masyarakat serta faktor pendorong dan penghambat masyarakat untuk ikut berpartisipasi. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif. Informan dalam penelitian ini adalah Bapak Taslan selaku Ketua RW 06 Kelurahan Temas, Ibu Yulaikah selaku pengurus inti Kampung Wisata Ekologi, Ibu Yayuk selaku pengurus inti PKK, anggota Karang Taruna, dan warga setempat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa bentuk partisipasi masyarakat dalam upaya pengembangan Kampung Wisata Ekologi dalam bentuk partisipasi buah pikiran masih kurang, sedangkan bentuk partisipasi tenaga, harta benda, keterampilan, dan sosial cukup baik. Masyarakat sebagai komponen utama dalam desa wisata, memiliki peran yang sangat penting dalam menunjang pembangunan pariwisata. Peran serta masyarakat dalam memelihara sumber daya alam dan budaya yang dimiliki merupakan andil yang besar dan berpotensi menjadi daya tarik wisata.
Agrowisata Warga Kampung Adat Segunung terhadap Dampak Sosial dan Ekonomi
Authors: Sutawijaya Muhammad Raditya Daffari , Nuryanda Praja Firdaus
Published: August 2024

Dalam beberapa tahun terakhir, pemerintah Indonesia telah meningkatkan dukungan dan dorongan terhadap agrowisata sebagai sektor yang memiliki aset besar untuk pengembangan pariwisata berkelanjutan di Indonesia. Hasil studi ini diharapkan dapat memberikan rekomendasi yang berharga bagi pengelola agrowisata, pemerintah daerah, dan masyarakat setempat dalam mengoptimalkan manfaat agrowisata secara berkelanjutan. Dengan memahami dampak sosial dan ekonomi dari pengembangan agrowisata di Kampung Adat Segunung, kita dapat mengidentifikasi peluang untuk meningkatkan keberlanjutan dan memperkuat manfaat positif yang dihasilkan. Kampung Adat Segunung dipilih sebagai objek penelitian karena memiliki potensi agrowisata yang menonjol serta telah menerapkan berbagai ide kreatif untuk meningkatkan partisipasi masyarakat lokal dan memperkuat ekonomi lokal. Kampung ini menawarkan berbagai kegiatan wisata yang melibatkan pengunjung dalam proses pertanian tradisional, seperti menanam dan memanen tanaman, mengikuti kegiatan budaya, serta berinteraksi langsung dengan penduduk sekitar. Selain itu, Kampung Adat Segunung juga telah melakukan upaya pelestarian lingkungan dengan menjaga kelestarian alam sekitar dan menerapkan praktik pertanian organik. Namun, belum ada studi yang secara komprehensif menganalisis dampak sosial, ekonomi, dan lingkungan dari pengembangan agrowisata di Kampung Adat Segunung. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini dianggap penting untuk memberikan wawasan yang lebih mendalam tentang keberhasilan, tantangan, dan peluang pengembangan agrowisata di kampung adat ini.
Partisipasi Masyarakat Lokal Sebagai Pelestarian Kesenian Bantengan di Desa Wisata Pandanrejo
Authors: Fahlevi Princes Arsarredima , Adnyana Made Bambang
Published: August 2024

Makalah ini dibuat untuk mendeskripsikan kesenian yang ada di Desa Wisata Pandanrejo dan mengkaji sejauh mana partisipasi dan peran masyarakat Desa Pandanrejo sebagai pelestari budaya khususnya kesenian. Dalam makalah ini menggunakan pendekatan dan dijelaskan   secara   deskriptif.  Untuk memahami serta menganalisis kesenian di Desa Pandanrejo dengan melakukan wawancara mendalam, observasi dan studi kepustakaan. Menganut teori partisipatif untuk menganalisis sejauh mana partisipasi dari   masyarakat   sebagai   pelestari kesenian. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa masyarakat Desa Pandanrejo masih melakukan kesenian bantengan. Partisipasi kegiatan tradisi masyarakat Desa Samiran terdiri dari 2 jenis yaitu partisipasi aktif dan pasif.  Dengan   konsep pendekatan pariwisata berbasis masyarakat, kegiatan tradisi bisa menjadi daya  tarik wisata budaya. Makalah ini mengusulkan peran masyarakat sebagai pelestari tradisi agar tetap dijaga dan dilestarikan.
FujiFilms: Every Picture Matters. Notes on our collective’s encounters among rice fields and tree frogs
Authors:   Mapped to the Closest Address Collective
Published: August 2024

From 2019 to 2022, Mapped to the Closest Address (MaCA) was a transnational interspecies dance collective composed of Maharu Maeno, Catalina Fernandez, Alex Viteri Arturo, and Shuntaro Yoshida (Japan/Colombia & Ecuador). Jun Yamaguchi joined the collective for the 2022 Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennial, an event that is part of Japan’s ecological planning to revitalise Niigata Prefecture’s satoyama regions. In this creative essay, we invite readers to explore the sonic world of our siteresponsive performance, Turn Off the House Lights, which was presented within our installation, We Like to See Clumsy Seeming Mountains, at the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennial. Analogue photographs from the series Fuji Films: Every Picture Matters offer a glimpse into our archival practices, along with digital images of the performance and installation. Through collective choreographic practices, we entered into contact with other-than-human persons, using various devices to record our encounters and craft multimedia installations to share our archive. Our project aimed to highlight the entangled relationship between humans and non-humans and to shift anthropocentric perspectives. For over four years, we’ve met and gathered stories from fellow community gardeners, arborists, farmers, winery workers, friends, and family. This piece honours them.
LAB/STUDIO/SPACE/PLACE UNDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH CONTINUED: Artists as Connective Knowledge Producers and Reconciling the ‘Where’ of Undisciplinary Research
Authors: Freiband Andrew
Published: August 2024

Building on previous work developing a methodology for art/science collaborations deemed ‘undisciplinary research’, this paper considers the role of a place – and the names we give to spaces – in how the knowledge produced there is shaped. Through a series of events and dialogues among knowledge practitioners from multiple disciplines, I explore the differences in how people work when located in a lab versus when they are placed in a studio. I consider how interdisciplinary research is constrained by Western disciplinary conventions, including the language employed, and the acculturation of labs, studios, schools, and offices. This paper is concerned with the nature of this place and space for research and includes a consideration of a precedent initiative, the Indonesian collective ruangrupa; an analysis of a discussion I facilitated with participants at The Soil Factory, an interdisciplinary arts/science community/research space, about how the place within which they work forms the knowledge they produce there; as well as a view of current undisciplinary research as it is conducted at The Soil Factory.
Diagnostic Accuracy of Apparent Diffusion Coefficient in Differentiating Malignant from Benign Endometrial Lesions, Taking Histopathology as Gold Standard
Authors: Seyal Sidra , Siddique Sameera , Shams Fariha , Hukam Din Sajida , Nasrallah Zahra , Azam Fatima
Published: August 2024

Endometrial cancer is the cancer of the inner lining of the uterus. Histopathology is considered a gold standard invasive diagnostic test for it. However, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) based Diffusion-Weighted Imaging (DWI) and apparent diffusion coefficients (ADC) values are non-invasive tests that can differentiate malignant endometrial lesions from benign conditions. Objective: To assess the diagnostic accuracy of MR DWI in differentiating benign from malignant endometrial lesions taking histopathology as a gold standard. Methods: This cross sectional study was carried out at Radiology Ward Lahore General Hospital Lahore for six months. A total of 132 women between 25-55 years of age, with abnormal vaginal bleeding were included. In all patients, diffusion-weighted MRI (DE-MRI) of the pelvis was done followed by histopathology. DW-MRI and histopathology findings were compared. Data were analyzed on SPSS 20.0. The Sensitivity, Specificity, Positive Predictive Value (PPV), Negative Predictive Value (NPV) and diagnostic accuracy were measured using 2×2 contingency table. P-value of <0.001 was taken as significant. Results: DW-MRI diagnosed endometrial cancer in 75 patients while 57 patients didn’t show any malignant lesion. Histopathology confirmed endometrial cancer in 79 cases and benign lesion in 53. Out of 75 positive DW-MRI patients, 72 were True Positive (TP). Out of 57 negative DW-MRI patients, 07 were True negative (TN). Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV and diagnostic accuracy were 91.14%, 94.34%, 96.0%, 97.72% and 92.42% respectively. Conclusions: DWI based apparent diffusion coefficients (ADC) can more accurately diagnose endometrial cancers than benign lesions. Hence it can be useful adjunct for diagnosis of endometrial lesions.
Hypertriglyceridemia in Patients with Ischaemic Heart Disease
Authors: Khan Muhammad Kamran , Zubair Muhammad , Gul Ambreen , Tariq Muhammad , Haq Momina , Faiz Maria
Published: August 2024

Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD) have been the main cause of mortality in non-communicable diseases. Managing hypertriglyceridemia is crucial for lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease. Objective: To find out the frequency of increased triglycerides in the local population of patients with ischemic heart disease. Methods: A descriptive study design was conducted from October 16, 2020, to April 15, 2021, at the Lady Reading Hospital Department of Medicine in Peshawar. A total of 182 patients were enrolled using non-probability consecutive sampling calculated by WHO sample size calculator, with ages being of 20 years and 60 years, irrespective of gender. The presence or absence of hypertriglyceridemia was stratified according to different age groups, gender, height, weight, Body Mass Index (BMI), presence/absence of hypertension, diabetes and smoking history and a level of 150 mg/dl was deemed necessary to confirm the existence of hypertriglyceridemia. Post-stratification chi- squared test was applied in which a p-value of ≤0.05 was considered significant. Results: The average age, weight, height and BMI were 50 ± 7.5 years, 75.14 ± 5.8 kg, 172.89 ± 6.4 cm and 25.204 ± 2.29 kg/m2 respectively. Patients with the history of diabetes, hypertension and smoking were 32.4%, 47.3%, and 40.1% accordingly and when comparing these parameters with hypertriglyceridemia produced highly significant results (p-value 0.001- 0.002). Conclusions: It was concluded that patients with history of smoking, hypertensions and BMI of more than 25kg/m2 are more likely to have hypertriglyceridemia, and hence more likely to be linked to cardiovascular events.
The role of anti-pneumococcal and flu vaccination in the prevention of asthma and COPD exacerbations annual rate
Authors: Umberto Scaramozzino Marco , Crea Giusi Gisella , Loddo Francesco , Sapone Giovanni , Veronica Nassisi
Published: August 2024

The role of flu and antipneumococcal vaccinations in preventing exacerbations of asthma and COPD is paramount. Influenza infections and pneumococcal bacteria pose significant risks for respiratory exacerbations in individuals with asthma and COPD. Vaccinations against these pathogens substantially decrease the likelihood of contracting such infections, thereby mitigating both the frequency and severity of exacerbations. Numerous studies have demonstrated the efficacy of these vaccinations in reducing respiratory complications in patients with asthma and COPD. Integrating vaccination strategies into clinical practice is vital for improving the overall management of these chronic respiratory conditions. By doing so, we can alleviate the burden on healthcare systems, enhance patients' quality of life, and reduce morbidity and mortality associated with asthma and COPD exacerbations. The aim of the study is twofold: to raise awareness of anti-flu and pneumococcal vaccination in the general population and in medical scientific public opinion; and to state how vaccination determines a reduction in the rate of bronchitic and pneumonia exacerbation in asthma and COPD.
Desafios e riscos do uso indiscriminado de psicoestimulantes entre universitários: impactos, métodos e prevenção
Authors: Morais Mariana Melo de , Oliveira Daniela Dutra de , Castôr Karoline Sampaio , Rocha Kleyton Alves Aguiar da , Alves Tatianne de Sousa , Silva Izabelle Martins , Monteiro Ana Carolina Fernandes , Cavalcante Laís Acácio , Souza Priscilla Francielle de , Araújo Michelle Paz de
Published: August 2024

O uso indiscriminado de substâncias psicoestimulantes, como metilfenidato e anfetaminas, tem se tornado uma preocupação crescente, especialmente entre estudantes universitários em busca de melhorar o desempenho acadêmico e enfrentar a pressão dos cursos exigentes. Estas substâncias atuam no sistema nervoso central, aumentando a liberação de neurotransmissores como dopamina e noradrenalina, o que pode levar a um estado de alerta e foco aumentados. No entanto, o uso prolongado e não supervisionado desses medicamentos pode resultar em sérios efeitos adversos, incluindo dependência psicológica, alterações no sistema dopaminérgico, problemas cardiovasculares e psiquiátricos. Métodos de administração variam desde a ingestão oral até a inalação nasal e a administração intravenosa, cada um com seus próprios riscos e efeitos. A obtenção desses medicamentos frequentemente ocorre de forma ilegal, através de prescrições não autorizadas ou redes sociais. Portanto, é essencial que os profissionais de saúde nas universidades estejam atentos e ofereçam suporte adequado para mitigar os riscos associados ao uso de psicoestimulantes e promover estratégias alternativas de enfrentamento para os desafios
Correlation between radiological response after locoregional treatment and histopathological findings in patients undergoing liver transplant for hepatocarcinoma
Authors: Mohamed Chairi Mohamed Hassin , Vico Arias Ana Belén , Zambudio Carroll Natalia , Villegas Herrera María Trinidad , Villar del Moral Jesús María
Published: August 2024

Background and Objectives: Liver Imaging Reporting and Data System treatment response (LR-TR) algorithm has been developed to evaluate response after locoregional treatment (LRT) in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The aim of the study was to corroborate if the post-treatment radiological findings described using LR-TR correspond to the final histopathological results, and survival in relation to different LR-TR groups in patients underwent LRT before liver transplantation (LT). Methods: A retrospective single-center study was performed. Data of patients undergoing LT and LRT due to HCC between January 2010 and December 2022 were collected. Results: Four hundred and four patients were transplanted, of which 103 (25.5%) had HCC. Ninety-seven patients (93.2%) received LRT. 53% of treated patients had a complete response on pathological examination. Re-evaluation imaging was performed in 88 patients. 59% were classified as non-viable LR-TR, 32.5% as viable LR-TR, and 8.5% as equivocal LR-TR. Regarding the correlation between the degree of tumor necrosis and the post-treatment LR-TR category, 37% of patients evaluated as viable LR-TR had a “complete response” compared to 62.9% with “no complete response”. For those evaluated as non-viable LR-TR, 59.2% had a “complete response” compared to 40.8% with a “no complete response” (P = 0.123). There were no statistically significant differences in overall and disease-free survival between the viable LR-TR, non-viable LR-TR, and equivocal LR-TR groups (P = 0.3484 and P = 0.4152, respectively). Conclusion: We have not been able to establish whether radiological response correlates with anatomopathological outcomes, as well as survival in these groups. More prospective studies are needed to validate these findings.
Serological evaluation of a Clostridium perfringens type A toxoid in a commercial swine herd
Authors: Hammer Mark , Fuhrman Monte , Walz Michelle
Published: August 2024

Clostridium perfringens type A (CPA) may cause suckling piglet diarrhea, which occurs within 48 hours of birth and may last approximately 5 days. Pathological findings may be unremarkable, but CPA is usually observed in or cultured in large numbers from the intestinal lumen. Preventions and treatments for CPA enteritis are variable in efficacy. A toxoid has recently become available. In this study, the serological response to the toxoid in vaccinated and nonvaccinated gilts and their progeny was evaluated in a commercial herd with a history of CPA enteritis. A toxin-antitoxin neutralization assay, quantifying neutralizing alpha antitoxin in a live-mouse model, demonstrated a difference in geometric mean alpha antitoxin titers (expressed in international antitoxin units per mL; au per mL) (± SD) between the vaccinated (239.33 ± 55.73 au per mL) and unvaccinated gilts (139.01 ± 26.35 au per mL) (P < .05). Passively acquired geometric mean titers were higher (P < .05) in piglets 2 to 4 days of age suckling vaccinated dams (231.55 ± 111.92 au per mL) than in piglets suckling control dams (112.93 ± 113.16 au per mL). These findings demonstrate that the toxoid induces a neutralizing antitoxin which is passively transferred to suckling piglets.
Monkeypox Lesion and Rash Stage Classification for Self-screening on Mobile Application Using Deep Learning Technique
Authors: Labcharoenwongs Parinda , Noolek Duangjai , Chunhapran Orawan
Published: August 2024

The early diagnosis of pox symptoms is an important part of preventing a global pandemic. In addition, the estimation of the disease stage and time period of pox rash is of interest. Computer Aided Diagnosis systems have been developed for identification of suspected cases based on machine learning techniques. In recent years, many deep learning approaches have been developed to classify monkeypox disease. In this study, a monkeypox lesion and rash stage classification for self-screening on mobile applications using deep learning techniques was introduced. The datasets consisted of skin lesion and pox rash images. Data augmentation methods were used to increase the sample size and split data into training and testing sets in the experiment setup. When comparing overall accuracy, EfficientNet achieved an accuracy of 0.95 for pox and 0.97 for the pox rash stage. EfficientNet was selected for conversion and implementation on the mobile application. The study determined that the use of deep learning techniques for monkeypox lesions and rash stage classification on a mobile application enabled early identification of patients and effective control of community spread.
Effects of Phosphorus Removal and pH Changes in the Culture Medium of Spirulina sp. on the Production Rate of Polyhydroxybutyrate
Authors: Dorry Azita , Norastehnia Akbar , Abedini Masoumeh
Published: August 2024

The aim of this study was to investigate the production of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) by Spirulina sp., a type of cyanobacterium recognized for its capacity to produce this biopolymer. PHB accumulation takes place in Spirulina when it undergoes nitrogen and phosphorus limitation, and carbon abundance, acting as a vital reserve material for the microorganism. The study was conducted under autotrophic conditions, phosphorous deficiency, and varying acidity levels to confirm how the interplay between phosphorus deficiency and pH can affect PHB production in Spirulina without reducing microalgal biomass. Microalgal cultures in the phosphorus-free treatments at pH 8, 10, and 12 were performed, and their growth quality including levels of photosynthetic pigments, malondialdehyde, anthocyanin, phenol, and flavonoid were measured. PHB was extracted and analyzed using Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy for qualitative analysis and gas chromatography (GC) for quantitative evaluation. The amounts of anthocyanins, phenols, and flavonoids, which are important constituents of the antioxidant defense system, were highest in the treatment with a pH of 10, which also had the lowest levels of the stress indicator malondialdehyde. The extracted polyhydroxybutyrate amounts in the control treatment and treatments with phosphorus deficiency at pH levels of 8, 10, and 12 were 6.82%, 3.54%, 7.04%, and 4.23% of cell dry weight, respectively, according to GC. Based on the results, altering the acidity of the Spirulina culture medium had a limited effect on increasing in polyhydroxybutyrate accumulation compared to optimal acidity conditions and simultaneous phosphorus removal, which was partly due to the consumption of some polyhydroxybutyrate produced under phosphorus deficiency stress.
Rotational Columnar Transposition Algorithm
Authors: Kumari Bhumireddy Radha ,   Dept. of Computer Science and Engineering, Audisankara College of Engineering &Technology,  Gudur, Andhra Pradesh, India, Thirupalu Dr. Ummadi
Published: August 2024

The columnar technique is one of the transposition techniques which is used to secure information by rearranging plaintext characters into a grid based on the key. However, the traditional columnar method has some limitations in protecting information against modern attacks. This paper presents a modification of the columnar algorithm aimed to enhance security by adding a layer of complexity. The modified technique involves rotating the array a number of times, denoted by ‘n’. The ‘n’ value and key are sent to the receiver. The array is then read off in columns, in top-down order according to the keyword, increasing security, even when the attacker knows the key. Key Words: Cryptography, Encryption, Decryption, Ciphertext, Plaintext, Columnar algorithm, Transposition.
Pendampingan Pencegahan Tubercolusis (ACT Zero TB) dengan Skrining dan Rontgen Thorax di PMA Jamblangan Seyegan Sleman
Authors: Widianti Emma
Published: August 2024

Zero TB Yogyakarta employs a comprehensive "find, treat, and prevent" approach in its efforts to eliminate TB in Yogyakarta. One of its activities in searching for TB cases in the community is active screening, also known as Active Case Finding (ACF). In this activity, participants undergo chest X-ray examinations, which are then read by a general practitioner. This Zero TB activity is conducted free of charge, with a quota of 120 people for implementation in Dukuh Jamblangan. The activity flow includes: (1) Actively finding TB cases (ACF), (2) Preventing TB, and (3) Treating TB.
The target groups for the implementation of Zero TB are: (1) Residents in densely populated areas / areas far from health facilities, (2) Household contacts or close contacts of TB patients, (3) Healthcare workers, and (4) The elderly. The approach involves symptom screening and chest X-rays.
The active role of community health centers (Puskesmas) such as outreach programs is an effective way to find more patients, despite being more costly. TB cases represent an iceberg phenomenon that requires joint efforts by all relevant stakeholders. The target is to reduce TB cases in Indonesia by 50 percent by 2025.
The Influence of Characteristics of E-Commerce Anchors Information Source on College Students’ Purchase Intention
Authors: Tao Xiaohui , Hu Weiyu
Published: August 2024

The exponential growth of technology has led to the emergence of e-commerce as a prominent trend in contemporary society. Currently, the majority of viewers who engage with hosts' livestreamed shopping content are concentrated in the demographic below the age of 24, with college students representing the primary consumers of this phenomenon. However, there is a paucity of research on the consumption of content targeting this specific demographic. In this context, this study examines the influence of the characteristics of information sources of e-commerce anchors on college students' purchase intentions, with closeness serving as a moderating variable. The results of questionnaire surveys yielded the following conclusions: ① The four characteristics of e-commerce anchors information sources–professionalism, credibility, interactivity, and attractiveness have been found to have a significant positive effect on college students' purchase intentions. ②Closeness plays a positive moderating role between the professionalism and attractiveness of information source characteristics and college students' purchase intentions, while the credibility and interactivity of anchor information sources do not significantly moderate college students' purchase intentions. These findings offer managerial insights for merchants and college student consumers.
Analisis Pengelolaan Sarana Prasarana Dalam Menunjang Kegiatan Kerja Karyawan
Authors: Riska Salsabilla Putri  , Christian Wiradendi Wolor  , Maulana Amirul Adha
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan mendeskripsikan mengenai pengelolaan sarana prasarana kantor pada salah satu perusahaan. Pengelolaan sarana dan prasarana kantor perlu dilakukan dengan baik dan berkala agar peralatan, perlengkapan, dan ruang kantor tetap dalam keadaan baik dan siap pakai sehingga kegiatan bekerja dapat berjalan dengan lancar. Penelitian ini menunjukkan permasalahan yang terjadi seperti peralatan dan perlengkapan kantor yang tidak disimpan dan dirawat dengan baik serta tidak dilakukan pengecekan secara berkala. Terlebih lagi, ruang penyimpanan peralatan kantor kurang terawat dan minim penerangan serta terdapat kebocoran pada ruang arsip. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data yaitu observasi, wawancara, dan literatur terdahulu.