bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysis of the Main Female Characters in the Melur for Firdaus Web Series and Their Implementation in Learning
Authors: Asyari Efrilian , Hariadi Try , Hajjafiani Dini
Published: October 2023

This study aims to describe the analysis of the main female character in the web series Melur untuk Firdaus and its implementation in learning at SMP Negeri 23 Pontianak. The methods and forms of research used are descriptive methods and qualitative research forms, and use a feminist approach. The data in this study are in the form of words and quotes that contain the roles and positions of women, gender injustice, and women's struggles in the web series. The data source used in this study is the Melur web series for Firdaus which aired on Slot Lestary TV3 on May 27 2022 with a total of 28 episodes. Data collection techniques used in this research are documentary study techniques and observational techniques. The data collection tool used by the researchers themselves as the main instrument and data card and assisted by observation guidelines. The data analysis technique used is content analysis technique. The results of the analysis obtained from this research are the role and position of women as children and also wives, gender injustice in the form of marginalization, stereotypes, and violence, as well as women's struggles in maintaining their household and its implementation in learning at SMP Negeri 23 Pontianak. The roles and positions in Melur's web series for Firdaus are divided into two. First, it describes the role and position of women as children who carry out their obligations to help with household chores, respect and care for their parents. Second, the role and position of women as wives who carry out their obligations, namely respecting, caring for, fulfilling and serving the needs of their husbands. There are three forms of gender injustice, namely marginalization that women are considered insignificant in making decisions and are only used as sex slaves, stereotypes limiting women from interfering and labeling in the form of insults, as well as physical and non-physical violence and its implementation in learning at SMP Negeri 23 Pontianak.
Peningkatan Kemampuan Berpikir Kreatif Siswa Sekolah Dasar Melalui Model Mind Mapping
Authors: Handayani Taqiya , Ismaya Erik Aditia , Ermawati Diana
Published: October 2023

Rendahnya kemampuan berpikir kreatif siswa dengan model pembelajaran konvensional. Guru cenderung menggunakan model ceramah dalam proses pembelajaran. Hal itu dikarenakan belum tepat memilih model pembelajaran yang sesuai. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui peningkatan kemampuan berpikir kreatif siswa melalui model Mind Mapping. Mind Mapping adalah model pembelajaran dengan cara membuat peta pikiran untuk mempermudah siswa dalam memahami sesuatu dengan pembuatan adanya simbol gambar atau ilustrasi. Penilitian ini merupakan Penelitian Tindakan kelas yang dilaksanakan di kelas V SDN 1 Padurenan dengan subjek penelitian 19 siswa dua siklus. setiap siklus terdiri dari empat tahap yaitu perencanaan, pelaksanaan, pengamatan, dan refleksi. Variabel terikat penelitian ini yaitu kemampuan berpikir kreatif  sedangkan variabel bebasnya yaitu model Mind Mapping. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan yaitu wawancara, observasi, tes dan dokumentasi. Analisis data dalam penelitian ini terdiri atas analisis data kualitatif dan analiasis data kuantitatif Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan adanya peningkatan kemampuan berpikir kreatif siswa menggunakan model Mind Mapping. Hal ini dibuktikan dengan rata-rata persentase yang diperoleh siswa  pada siklus I meningkat menjadi 63% pada kategori tinggi dan pada siklus II meningkat menjadi 84% pada kategori sangat tinggi. Sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa terdapat peningkatan model mind mapping terhadap kemampuan berpikir kreatif siswa SD
Efektivitas Kebijakan Peraturan Walikota Payakumbuh Nomor 18 Tahun 2021 Tentang Penerimaan Peserta Didik Baru
Authors: Nurrahmadani Savira , Zulkarnaini Zulkarnaini
Published: October 2023

Permasalahan utama yang terjadi dalam lingkup pendidikan Payakumbuh pada dasarnya melikupi berbagai aspek yang berkaitan dengan kendala dan tantangan dalam mendorong proses pendidikan kedepannya. Dalam hal ini pemerintah Kota Payakumbuh berusaha menyelesaikan permasalahan pendidikan terkait sarana dan prasarana, pendidikan dan tenaga pendidiki, masyarakat, orang tua, sert stakeholder terkait pendididkan di Kota Payakumbuh. Dimana pada saat ini jumlah sekolah dasar yang ada di Kota Payakumbuh masih 71%. Selain itu masih kurangnya jumlah tenaga pengajar sehingga kualitas dari sekolah dasar di Kota Payakumbuh masih terbilang belum merata. Per Mei 2021, dasar yang digunakan Kota Payakumbuh sebagai acuan dalam penerimaan peserta didik baru adalah Peraturan Walikota Nomor 18 Tahun 2021 tentang Penerimaan Peserta Didik Baru pada Taman Kanak-kanak, Sekolah Dasar dan Sekolah Menengah Pertama. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan ini serta mengidentifikasi faktor penghambat dari kebijakan ini Penelitian ini menggunakan teori efekktivitas kebijkan menurut Nugroho 2017 dengan 5 indikator yaitu tepat kebijkan, tepat pelaksanaan, tepat target, tepat lingkungan, dan tepat target. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode penelitian kualitatif yang bersifat deskriptif. Dengan teknik pengumpulan data wawancara, observasi serta dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa Kebijakan Peraturan Walikota Payakumbuh No 18 Tahun 2021 tentang Penerimaan Peserta Didik Baru sudah cukup efektif. Hal ini dapat dilihat bahwa indikator dalam kebijakan ini sudah berjalan dengan efektif. Faktor ynag mendukung efektivitas kebijakan ini adalah 1) Koordinasi antar stakeholder terjalin dengan baik, 2) Sumber Daya Yang Memadai
Tinjauan Yuridis Pencemaran Nama Baik Terhadap Konsumen yang Menyampaikan Pendapat di Media Sosial
Authors: Imelda Herti Windy
Published: October 2023

Pengguna internet seringkali menyalahgunakan penyebaran informasi atau berita yang mengakibatkan terjadinya tindak pidana. Salah satu tindak pidana yang sering menjadi perdebatan di masyarakat adalah pencemaran nama baik. Dalam peraturan perundang-undangan di Indonesia, pencemaran nama baik diatur dalam Pasal 310 KUHP ayat (1) yang berbunyi “Barang siapa sengaja menyerang kehormatan atau nama baik seseorang dengan menuduhkan sesuatu hal, yang maksudnya terang supaya hal itu diketahui umum, diancam karena pencemaran dengan pidana penjara paling lama sembilan bulan atau pidana denda paling banyak empat ribu lima ratus rupiah”. Sosial Media sangan dibutuhkan untuk mendapatkan informasi dari dunia luar. Akan tetapi sering sekali Sosial Media menjadi perkara besar saat tidak digunakan dengan bijaksana.
Penyelesaian Perselisihan Hak Antara Pekerja dan Pengusaha di PT Sukses Lautan Indonesia (SULINDO)
Authors: Wardana Arya Salwa , Lie Gunardi , Putra Moody Rizky Syailendra
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji kasus PT Sulindo yang melakukan pemindahan 5 orang karyawannya ke pabrik es Tuban juga sah karena diatur dalam perjanjian kerja bersama. Jika menolak mutasi, 5 karyawan ini harus berhenti dari pekerjaannya di perusahaan tersebut. Sebaliknya jika ada karyawan yang berhenti maka ia tidak berhak mendapat pesangon. Hal ini menimbulkan konflik antara perusahaan dan karyawan sehingga berujung pada  konflik yang diselesaikan dalam hubungan kerja. Sehingga kamudian perlu dikaji mengenai penyelesaian perselisihan hak yang terjadi antara pekerja dan pengusaha di PT Sukses Lautan Indonesia (Sulindo). Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian hukum empiris, menekankan pada penelitian hukum, tidak hanya mengkaji  sistem standar dalam peraturan hukum tetapi juga mengamati reaksi dan interaksi yang terjadi. Hasil penelitian yang didapatkan yakni sengketa ketenagakerjaan timbul berdasarkan keputusan PT Sulindo untuk memutasi atau memindahkan lima karyawannya ke pabrik yang berlokasi di Tuban. Namun kelima karyawan menolak perintah tersebut dan mengajukan atau meminta untuk di PHK (pemutusan hubungan kerja) saja. Akibat hal tersebut timbul sengketa yang selama proses penyelesaianya para karyawan tidak mendapatkan hak-hak normatifnya, seperti gaji. Sehingga kemudian telah dilakukan perundingan secara bipartit melalui mediasi yang telah dilaksanakan sebanyak 3 kali. Adapun ketiga upaya mediasi tersebut tidak menemukan kesepakatan. Sehingga dalam hal ini karyawan yang dirugikan haknya dapat mengajukan gugatan perselisihan hubungan industrial melalui Pengadilan Hubungan Industrial untuk kemudian dapat dilakukan penyelesaian sengketa secara litigasi.
Communities’ Perspectives on Brownfield Redevelopment in Athens and Piraeus, Greece: Contributions to Green Blue Cities and Infrastructure
Authors: Chernila Abigail , Tousi Evgenia , Mela Athina
Published: October 2023

The prefecture of Piraeus in Greece is dotted with prior industrial sites that are currently abandoned. This paper addresses the ability of these sites to contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban development through regeneration, by understanding the history of Piraeus, the environmental and social opportunities that may come from revitalization, and the communities’ needs within their municipalities. Additionally, the paper analyzes the European Union’s prior policies that have outlined the sustainable development of cities, and the role that the regeneration of brownfields in Greece may play in achieving these policy directives. To do this, the paper addresses the historical emergence of urban sustainability efforts and the funding mechanisms in place today that may be applicable to the case of Piraeus. Additionally, this research takes into account citizens’ perspectives on desired future land uses at currently abandoned land in the municipality of Piraeus through public surveys. The paper aims to contextualize future opportunities for the local environments and communities in Piraeus that may come from sustainable regeneration of brownfield sites.
Use of Waste Phonolite as Filler Material in Flexible Asphalt Pavements
Authors: MOROVA Nihat
Published: October 2023

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In the scope of the study, the use of waste phonolite (PW) obtained from phonolite wastewater formed during the processing of phonolite stone blocks as filler in hot-mix asphalt (HMA) was investigated. For this purpose, samples were produced with 4 %, 5 %, and 6 % PW mineral filler and 5 % limestone (LS) mineral filler. Phonolite supplied as waste was sieved through a sieve no 200 and made ready for use as a filler. HMA specimens were prepared with PW and LS at the rates of 3.5 %, 4 %, 4.5 %, 5 %, 5.5 %, and 6 % bitumen. For each filler ratio, a bituminous hot mix  design was made by the Marshall method and optimum bitumen ratios (OBR) were determined. Bituminous hot mixture specimens were prepared based on OBR. Retained Marshall stability (RMS) test, indirect tensile strength (ITS), and moisture damage resistance tests and Marshall stability (MS) test after the freeze-thaw (F-T) cycle was applied to the prepared Marshall samples. The results obtained were evaluated according to the Turkish Highway Technical Specification (HTS). As a result, it was determined that the PW could be used as filler in HMA under low-intensity traffic.
Successful Treatment of Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Meningitis with Combination Therapy of Meropenem and Amikacin
Authors: Hamza Eman , Rezk Shahinda , Eshra Hassan , Selim Heba , Turkey Mohamed Samir
Published: October 2023

Introduction: The widespread use of carbapenems increased the prevalence of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae with subsequent increases in mortality due to extremely limited treatment options. Following neurosurgical procedures, carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CRKP) is the main cause of central nervous system (CNS) infections. The optimal antimicrobial treatment of such infections has not yet been defined. Case Presentation: We present a 4-month-old boy with an extra-ventricular drain-related CNS infection with CRKP. Although meropenem minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) for the bacterial isolate was ≥ 16 mg/L and it harbored blaNDM, blaVIM, and blaOXA-48-like carbapenemase genes, this infection was effectively treated with a combination therapy of intravenous (IV) double dose extended infusion of meropenem in addition to amikacin. Conclusions: This successful treatment regimen for CRKP-causing meningitis may pave the way to manage severe CNS infections with extensive-drug-resistant bacteria in infants and children without inserting an external drain or intra-thecal antibiotic administration.
Comparison of Suicide Attempts and Associated Risk Factors During the COVID-19 Pandemic and One Year Before
Authors: Mostafazadeh Babak , Shadnia Shahin , Talaie Haleh , Golestani Mahdieh , Pashapour Sanaz , Rahimi Mitra , Erfantalab Evini Peyman , Hosseini Sayed Masoud
Published: October 2023

Background: Many studies have investigated the rate of suicide attempts and their risk factors during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic; however, the results are still challenging. Objectives: This study investigated and compared the risk factors effective in suicide attempts during the pandemic period and one year before. Methods: This case-control study was conducted at Loghman Hakim hospital, Tehran, Iran. Random sampling included all patients in the inpatient ward who were over 12 years of age and committed suicide during the pandemic within October 1, 2021, to August 30, 2022 (case group; n = 160) or one year before within March 11, 2019, to March 11, 2020 (control group; n = 160). Demographic information, mental-psychological status, and socioeconomic status (SES) of the patients in the case group, before and after the COVID-19 pandemic, were recorded during face-to-face interviews using a predesigned semi-structured questionnaire by study staff trained and supervised by a clinical psychiatrist. Additionally, the data of the patients in the control group were retrospectively recorded during the review of medical records and telephone interviews. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used to compare the variables in the case group before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The Student’s t-test and chi-square test were used to compare the variables between the case and control groups. Additionally, to determine the risk factors predicting suicide attempts during the pandemic, a multivariable logistic regression test was used. The data were analyzed using PASW18 software. Results: The results showed that the patients in the case and control groups had significant differences in terms of age (P = 0.01), underlying mental disorders (P = 0.032), and parental relationship (P = 0.001). Moreover, the variables of suicidal ideation (P = 0.002), feeling lonely (P = 0.023), sleep disorder (P = 0.32), and domestic violence (P = 0.004) in the case group were significantly higher than the control group. In addition, the comparison of these variables in the patients of the case group, before and after the COVID-19 pandemic, showed that the start of the pandemic triggered these factors and led to an increase in suicide attempts in this population. Finally, the logistic regression analysis showed that the variables of SES, having a close friend, parental relationship, previous planning for suicide, domestic violence, and job loss could be considered predictive risk factors for suicide attempts during the pandemic period. Conclusions: According to the present study’s findings, the psychological and socioeconomic conditions triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic led to an increased likelihood of suicidal ideation or attempts in vulnerable individuals.
Evaluation of PCR Methods and Urease in Diagnosis of Patients with Helicobacter pylori Infection in Qazvin, Iran
Authors: Pourali Maedeh , Bastani Ali , Tavassolian Amir , Jafarshad Javane , Saif Othman Al-Haddad Muaadh , Sahebnazar Kourosh , Delshad Asma
Published: October 2023

Background: Plenty of efforts have been made to introduce potential biomarkers specific for Helicobacter pylori to offer efficient screening methods for detecting positive individuals. In order to establish a reliable platform to prevent and control H. pylori infections and to amend reversible risk factors, it is obviously required to decipher the epidemiologic characteristics of the infection in a certain society. Objectives: Our study was designed to determine the prevalence of H. pylori infections in patients with upper gastrointestinal disorders in Qazvin province, Iran, where there is lack of evidences in this context. Methods: This descriptive, cross sectional study included 100 patients suffering from gastric and duodenal symptoms. To identify H. pylori infections in the gastric biopsy samples, urease enzyme detection method as well as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) were used. Results: Positive H. pylori infections were seen by PCR in 56% and 44% of men and women, respectively. The results achieved by urease enzyme detection method showed 52.5% and 47.5% positive samples in men and women participants, respectively. Conclusions: Although there was a high prevalence of H. pylori infection among the study population using urease method and PCR technique, no significant correlation was observed between the infection and participant’s sex, age, or job.
Effect of Cash Conversion Cycle on Company Profitability: A Study on Indonesian Food and Beverage Listed Companies
Authors: Oktavianus Yusan Budi , Edy Handoyo Sarwo
Published: October 2023

The Indonesian Food and Beverage industry is a dynamic and pivotal sector in the Indonesian business ecosystem, contributing significantly to the nation's economic growth and reflecting its cultural diversity. This paper delves into the relationship between the Cash Conversion Cycle and the profitability of Indonesian Food and Beverage listed companies. By examining this intricate connection, the study aims to provide valuable insights for financial managers, policymakers, investors, and researchers within this sector. This study used panel data regression with a purposive sampling method with a total of 687 samples that spans from 2007 until 2022. Data processing in this study uses Eviews 9. The research adopts Gross Profitability as a precise measure closely linked to working capital management and tests hypotheses related to the Cash Conversion Cycle components, including Days of Inventory Outstanding, Days of Sales Outstanding, and Days of Payable Outstanding. The findings reveal that Days of Sales Outstanding significantly and negatively impacts Gross Profitability, emphasizing the importance of efficient accounts receivable collection for profitability. Days of Inventory Outstanding, while marginally significant, also shows a negative association with Gross Profitability. In contrast, Days of Payable Outstanding does not exhibit statistical significance in explaining variations in Gross Profitability. These insights provide valuable guidance for managers in optimizing working capital management. Moreover, the paper recommends future research directions, including long-term analysis, industry-specific exploration, the influence of macroeconomic factors, comparative studies, and qualitative research to deepen our understanding of the Cash Conversion Cycle 's role in the Indonesian Food and Beverage industry and enhance financial management practices.
Aportaciones al conocimiento de la flora briofítica terrestre del valle de inundación del río Paraná en su tramo medio (Santa Fe, Argentina)
Authors: Antonella Belén Filippa , Andrea Beatriz Villalba
Published: October 2023

El río Paraná Medio constituye el límite este de la provincia de Santa Fe y está asociado a la ecorregión Islas y Deltas del Paraná. Si bien existen estudios botánicos en el área, ninguno incluye a las briófitas. Hasta el año 2019, sólo había registro de once especies de musgos para la provincia. En este trabajo se realiza un estudio de diversidad briológica en una reserva ecológica representativa de la ecorregión mencionada, a través del cual se registran siete especies. Tres de los táxones constituyen nuevos registros para la provincia de Santa Fe.

The Paraná Medio River constitutes the east border of the province of Santa Fe, and it is related to the ecoregion Parana´s Delta and Islands. Even though there are previous botanical studies on that area, no one of them includes Bryophytes. Until 2019, only eleven mosses had been recorded in the province. We carried out a study of bryological diversity in a representative ecological protected area of the previously mentioned ecoregion. Seven species were recorded; three of the taxa are new records for the province of Santa Fe.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH STATUS OF TEACHERS AND SOFTWARE PROFESSIONALS WORKING FROM HOME DURING COVID-19
Authors: G. SRAVANI, BILQUIS* and S. PRASANTHI
Published: October 2023

The study attempted to investigate the physical and mental health of teachers and software professionals working from home since the start of COVID-19. The data was collected between March and April months of 2022.The study was conducted in the Bheemadol, Tanuku ,Tadepalligudem mandals of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh.The sample consisted of 120 respondents (60 teachers and 60 software professionals). The age group of the respondents was 25-35 years. Equal number of male and female respondents were selected for the study. The questionnaire developed by Verma and Pershad (1985) was used to measure the physical and mental health of teachers and software professionals the data was used analyzed by descriptive and inferential statistics. The study concluded that teachers were experiencing good physical and mental health status when compared to IT professionals. Interestingly nearly 50% of the respondents irrespective of gender were found to have good physical and psychological health status while working from home. However, significant difference was found in the physical and mental health status of teachers and software professionals.
Peningkatan Pengetahuan dan Keterampilan Dengan Metode Ceramah dan Simulasi Bantuan Hidup Dasar Pada Siswa SMA
Authors: Rondhianto  , Setioputro Baskoro , Yunanto Rismawan Adi
Published: October 2023

Bantuan Hidup Dasar (BHD) merupakan suatu bentuk keterampilan yang mempertahankan jalan napas dan sirkulasi tanpa adanya alat dan dilakukan kapan pun. Keterampilan ini dapat dilakukan oleh siapapun, termasuk siswa SMA. Secara umum, banyak orang awam yang belum mengetahui keterampilan ini. Oleh karena itu, tujuan kegiatan ini adalah untuk meningkatan pengetahuan dan keterampilan siswa tentang BHD sehingga mereka dapat berperan dalam menghadapi keadaan darurat serta membantu menyelamatkan nyawa. Metode yang digunakan yaitu ceramah dan simulasi.  Alat ukur yang digunakan adalah kuesioner. Responden diminta untuk mengisi kuesioner sebelum dilakukan intervensi (Pre-test) dan setelah intervensi (Post-test). Kemudian, data dianalisa menggunakan uji Wilcoxon (p˂α = 0,05). Sebelum dilakukan pendidikan kesehatan sebagian besar responden mempunyai pengetahuan dalam kategori sedang dengan presentase 75%, sedangkan pada keterampilan siswa dalam kategori terampil memiliki presentase 5%. Namun, setelah diberikan pendidikan kesehatan pengetahuan siswa meningkat dengan presentase 90%, sedangkan pada keterampilan siswa juga terjadi peningkatan dengan presentase 62,5%. Hasil analisa uji statistik menunjukan terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan (0,000<0,05) sebelum dan setelah dilakukannya pendidikan kesehatan. Metode ceramah dan simulasi dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan siswa SMAN 4 Jember dalam melakukan Bantuan Hidup Dasar (BHD). Upaya pendidikan kesehatan ini dapat meningkatkan keterampilan siswa dalam menyelamatkan nyawa dalam kegawatdaruratan.
Digital literacy and farm household property income-Based on China Rural Revitalization Comprehensive Survey (CRRS) data
Authors: Wang Shumin , Qu Caiping
Published: October 2023

The long-term low level of residents' property income is not only detrimental to the wealth accumulation of farmers, but also aggravates the urban-rural income imbalance. This paper uses an empirical approach to explore the mechanism of digital literacy's impact on farm households' property income. The main findings of this paper are as follows: (1) Digital literacy and its sub-dimensions can significantly increase the level of farmers' property income, with the strongest contribution of digital information acquisition literacy. (2) Digital literacy has a greater boosting effect on the property income of farm households with low education level heads, low physical capital households, and villages with better economic development. (3) Digital literacy increases the property income of farm households mainly through expanding social capital and improving risk preferences. The innovation of this paper is to construct a digital literacy evaluation index system based on a micro perspective that fits the behavioral characteristics of farmers, and reveal the impact and mechanism of digital literacy and its sub-dimensions on farmers' property income. This study expands the theoretical research related to digital literacy and farmers' property income, and provides a scientific basis for the choice of strategies to enhance the digital literacy of the majority of farmers, which is important for promoting wealth accumulation of farmers and achieving common prosperity.
Eksplorasi Penerapan Kurikulum Berbasis Teknologi bagi Siswa MI Nurul Huda Kabupaten Kediri
Authors: Wahyuningtias Tri , Azzahra Noer Adila , Sodik Mochammad Jafar , Muizzah Ulfiatul
Published: October 2023

The lack of dissemination of information regarding technology-based learning is a problem in developing new curricula. This is in line with the problems that exist at MI Nurul Huda, Kediri Regency, such as; 1) The madrasah only applies technology in a few conditions because there is no clear information regarding the implementation of technology-based learning by the Ministry of Religion; 2) The implementation of technology in the Computer-Based National Assessment (ANBK) is only applied to class V students; 3) The use of e-books in learning is still teacher-centered or teacher-focused; 4) Implementation of the Merdeka curriculum only in grades I-IV; 5) Lack of facilities and infrastructure to support technology-based curriculum development; and 6) The location of the madrasah is located in a rural area which causes limited access. The aim of this research is to find out whether there is an application of technology-based learning at 3T schools, namely MI Nurul Huda, Kediri Regency. The data collection technique used interview observation with one of the MI teachers, Nurul Huda.
Analysis of factors influencing stock returns with firm size as a moderating variable in the garment and textile industry listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange (BEI) 2016-2020
Authors: Sihombing Pardomuan , Melitana Cyndi Loisa , Oktavia Dinda
Published: October 2023

The problem of this research was entering the era “New Normal” has become an opportunity for economic players to invest in the capital market. Due to the unstable economic conditions, Therefore, investors need to conduct fundamental analysis in macro and micro economics so that their investments can obtain high stock returns the objective of this research was analysis of Factors Affecting Stock Returns with Firm Sizeas Moderating Variable in the Garment and Textile Industry Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) 2016-2020. The methodology of this research was the collection of data using the scondary data by annual report firm Garment and Tekstil in BEI. The samples used in research as many as 16 firm with technique purposive sampling. The results of the study showed that there is no effect significant of ROE, DER, DER onstock returns. There is a significant negative effect of Interest Rates and Firm Size on stock returns. Variable Firm Size was also not proven to play a moderating role in the influence of ROE, DER, and CR, but Firm Size was able to significantly moderatinge the effect of interest rates on stock returns of garment and textile companies 2016-2020.
Pengaruh Faktor Lingkungan Dan Sosial Terhadap Partisipasi Masyarakat Dalam Pemeliharaan Sistem Peringatan Dini Bencana Longsor
Authors: Nurhendrawan Kelik , Swasto Deva Fosterharoldas
Published: October 2023

Perbukitan Menoreh yang terletak di Kabupaten Kulon Progo memiliki potensi kekayaan alam namun juga permasalahan bencana alam berupa tanah longsor. Salah satu bentuk mitigasi risiko bencana tanah longsor adalah pembangunan sistem peringatan dini bencana longsor atau Landslide Early Warning System (LEWS). Namun saat ini, sebagian besar LEWS dalam kondisi rusak. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi partisipasi masyarakat dalam pemeliharaan LEWS. Lokasi penelitian berada di wilayah administrasi Kapanewonan Girimulyo, Kabupaten Kulon Progo yang memiliki bahaya tinggi bencana longsor dan sistem peringatan dini bencana longsor. Penelitian ini bersifat induktif dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif eksploratif. Penggunaan analisis kualitatif untuk mengetahui partisipasi masyarakat melalui penyusunan konseptualisasi atas fenomena berdasarkan hasil wawancara dan pengamatan lapangan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa LEWS memberikan manfaat bagi masyarakat sebagai peringatan sebelum terjadi bencana longsor. Namun masyarakat berpartisipasi secara pasif dalam pemeliharaan alat pendukung LEWS. Partisipasi pasif masyarakat dipengaruhi oleh faktor lingkungan dan faktor sosial. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat menjadi masukan pembelajaran dalam upaya manajemen bencana khususnya mitigasi risiko dan sistem peringatan dini bencana alam.
Cybersecurity in the Western Balkans and European Regulation
Authors: Bajraktari Halim , Qatani Valeri
Published: October 2023

The technological leap is challenging interoperable government ideas and policies for cybersecurity. Online platforms, telecommunications networks require policies that track their changes to prevent negative computer phenomena. Some countries see the opportunity for cooperation and partnership to increase cybersecurity, while other need to prepare strategic frameworks alone to face cyber warfare. Good European practices serve as a model for the Western Balkan states, guiding them towards proper legal regulation and internal legal alignment with the laws of the European Union. The Western Balkans region faces an intensification of cases showing weak cybersecurity strategies and intractable barriers to preventing cyber warfare. Cybersecurity poses not only a challenge for the Western Balkans but also a global challenge, impacting the capacity and well-thought-out government policies of the Western Balkan countries, which are also transitional countries. Through this study, the cyber landscape in which different actors navigate will be explored.
Managing Cybersecurity Risks in Emerging Technologies
Authors: YAACOB MOHD NOORULFAKHRI , SYED IDRUS SYED ZULKARNAIN , IDRIS MARIAM
Published: October 2023

Nowadays, it has become increasingly important for companies to effectively manage cybersecurity risks in emerging technologies. This article presents an overview of cybersecurity in these technologies. It sheds light on the obstacles that businesses encounter when dealing with these risks. The field of cybersecurity poses challenges that need to be overcome. Technical challenges include securing communication networks and protecting data and systems from threats. Moreover, it is crucial to ensure the dependability and trustworthiness of emerging technologies. Organisational challenges involve preparing and training employees and devising effective strategies to address the unique cybersecurity issues associated with new technologies. Regulatory challenges arise due to changing compliance requirements in a global context where different countries have diverse cybersecurity laws. To effectively manage cybersecurity risks, it is essential to follow established risk management practices, such as identifying and assessing risks systematically. However, there are gaps in research and practices that should be addressed. These gaps include the lack of frameworks for conducting cost-benefit analyses, a limited understanding of the role played by error in cybersecurity incidents, and the necessity for comprehensive strategies to deal with the constantly evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats. Bridging these gaps requires investigation along with developing effective strategies for improving cybersecurity in emerging technologies.
Strategic Diversity and Organisational Resilience among Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in Lagos State
Authors: Oiku Peter Omoyebagbe , Akanbi Paul Ayobami
Published: October 2023

This study delves into the relationship between strategic diversity and organisational resilience among Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) operating in Lagos State, Nigeria. SMEs are pivotal drivers of economic development, particularly in regions like Lagos State, where they contribute significantly to economic growth and employment opportunities. Resilience, the ability to weather disruptions and adapt swiftly, is paramount for SMEs facing a dynamic and often challenging business environment. Strategic diversity, encompassing various approaches and tactics, emerges as a crucial factor influencing resilience. Despite the importance of this relationship, there is a notable research gap regarding Lagos State SMEs. This study, based on a sample of 500 individuals from diverse SME sectors, employs a structured questionnaire to gather primary data. Findings reveal a robust and positive correlation between strategic diversity and organisational resilience, signifying the significance of strategic planning for SMEs. This aligns with previous research emphasising the role of long-term strategic diversity planning in achieving SME growth and success. The study underscores the importance of effective diversity management, including demographic, cultural, educational, functional, cognitive, experience, and innovation diversity. Overall, it provides valuable insights for policymakers, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders aiming to enhance SMEs resilience, thus driving economic growth and employment opportunities in Lagos State.
Factors Affecting the Adoption of the International Financial Reporting Standards for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
Authors: Yeap Jia Yu , Mohamad Shabri Shafawaty
Published: October 2023

International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as a plethora of new accounting rules that are commonly used by public companies to provide efficient and accurate financial information in an organisation. However, the study revealed that Malaysian Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) face persistent challenges and apparent shortcomings in the adoption of IFRS. To solve the problems of the study, the goals were created to find out how external environmental factors impact SMEs in Perlis, Malaysia, when adopting IFRS. The research is conducted based on real-time data and the currently published papers, which are related to factors affecting the implementation of IFRS for SMEs in different countries. The research was evaluated using a quantitative method that could be easily collected and analysed from the population size data in Perlis, Malaysia. The research revealed that institutional pressure, economic development, and project governance all had a favourable relationship with the IFRS initiative, but cultural considerations had no discernible influence on SMEs' adoption of IFRS. This research provides an opportunity for the important contributors in SMEs to quickly address both internal and external factors and the future success of adopting IFRS. It is important to emphasise that the results of the study can help SMEs overcome obstacles and take advantage of the benefits associated with the adoption of IFRS by providing valuable insights and actionable recommendations. As a result, SMEs can improve their financial reporting processes, transparency, and compliance, which in turn can improve their competitiveness and credibility in the international marketplace.
General p-curl systems and duality mappings on Sobolev spaces for Maxwell equations
Authors: Adhikari Dhruba R. , Stachura Eric
Published: October 2023

We study a general p-curl system arising from a model of type-II superconductors. We show several trace theorems that hold on either a Lipschitz domain with small Lipschitz constant or on a C^{1,1} domain. Certain duality mappings on related Sobolev spaces are computed and used to establish surjectivity results for the p-curl system. We also solve a nonlinear boundary value problem for a general p-curl system on a C^{1,1} domain and provide a variational characterization of the first eigenvalue of the p-curl operator.

For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2020/116/abstr.html
Conceptual Framework of an Information for Emergency Management for Higher Education in Thai Supply Chain
Authors: Chansamut Artaphon
Published: October 2023

The objective of research were to develop conceptual framework of an information for emergency management for higher education in Thai supply chain and to evaluate conceptual framework of an information for emergency management for higher education in Thai supply chain. The research sample totalling ten experts consisted of five experts on supply chain , five experts on information system. All of expert must have educational qualification at the doctoral degree level, and must have more than more than four years of work experience The research tool was questionnaire assessing the suitability about conceptual framework of an information for emergency management for higher education in Thai supply chain comprises five elements namely main components suppliers, University, Good service and security, Customers. The data analysed by using arithmetic mean and standard deviation. The assessment about conceptual framework of an information for emergency management for higher education in Thai supply chain using Black-Box technique. The overall model evaluation result was validated at a “Good” level, suggesting that conceptual framework of an information for emergency management for higher education in Thai supply chain aims to support sustainable information system development.
A Facility-Based Study of the Impact of COVID-19 on Supply Chain Performance of HIV/AIDS Commodities in Anambra State, Nigeria
Authors: Nweke Johnson Okwudili , Robert Chana Chapchet , Nduka Sunday Odunke
Published: October 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic and its induced lockdown resulted in huge disruptions that affected access to and availability of healthcare commodities at different levels of the supply chain system. An understanding of the pandemic impact in different areas will help in designing strategies to mitigate future disruptions. This study was designed to evaluate the supply chain performance of HIV/AIDS commodities through the review of key performance indicators in health facilities in Anambra State, Nigeria, during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. A facility-based cross- sectional study was conducted across 27 selected health facilities in the state. Facilities were selected using a stratified random sampling technique. Data was collected using a combination of a semi-structured questionnaire and observational checklists adapted from a previous study and the Logistics Indicators Assessment Tool (LIAT). Data obtained were analyzed using SPSS software (version 23). A total number of 44 focal personnel managing the HIV/AIDS supply chain in 17 secondary health centres (SHCs) and 10 primary health centres (PHCs) participated in the study. Tenofovir/Lamivudine/Dolutegravir (300/300/50mg) and Nevirapine 10mg/ml oral suspension were the two most available drugs at 85.19% and 78% respectively whereas Determine and Uni-Gold were the most available non- drug commodities at 92.59%, and 81.48% respectively during the lockdown period. The Stat-Pak test kit was stocked out in 30% of the facilities during the lockdown with emergency orders of at least one HIV commodity recorded in 37% of the facilities during this period. Expired products were recorded in 48% of the health facilities and this amounted to a loss of USD 4,027.25. The COVID-19 crisis exposed vulnerabilities in Anambra State's HIV/AIDS commodity supply chain. Instances of emergency orders, stock-outs, and wastage highlight the need for a more resilient system. Investing in an agile supply chain is crucial for ensuring uninterrupted access to essential healthcare commodities during disruptions.
Deployment Strategies of EV School Buses with Vehicle to Grid (V2G) in the US School System
Authors: Prakash Pallav
Published: October 2023

Governments across the world are pushing for speedier adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in order to meet their target for transition to a greener and cleaner environment that has low or zero carbon emission. Transportation being one of the major contributors to environmental pollution because of incessant burning of fossil fuels. EVs are being considered to be the best possible solution to alleviate vehicular pollution. However, proliferation of EVs create additional burden on the power grids. The consumption of electrical power is steadily rising because of even-growing population and the demand is particularly higher during summer months due to higher use of air conditioners. To ease this pressure on the grid the novel vehicle-to-grid or V2G technology is being employed whereby idle electric vehicles can be put to use as giant batteries that can send power back to the grid to supplement its output. With the wide scale adoption of electrical buses is schools this turns out to be a feasible option. Battery driven school buses are best suited for this. These vehicles remain idle for major portion of the day and also during summer months and can be effectively utilized for generating electricity using their batteries. However, there are challenges involved in the implementation of this strategy. Besides lack of charging infrastructure and limited knowledge of owners about the nature and benefits of the implementation there are also problems of rapid battery degradation, lack of control on the vehicle and the process and high costs involved. Nevertheless, using literature review this article explains the rationale behind adoption of the technology and highlights, the strategies that can be adopted to effectively exploit this novel technology to make the most out of idle electric school buses to support public utilities. To an extent electric school buses and the v2g technology can be potentially helpful for stabilizing supply of electricity during peak hours and improve efficiency of supply chain management of several industries including the power sector.
Biological Effects of CRISPR/Cas9-mediated Knockout of RAB27A in SCLC
Authors: Incı Kubilay , Çelikkaya Büşra , İrep Nesrin , Gültekin Aziz , Tokgün Onur
Published: October 2023

Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) is characterized by rapid growth and early metastasis. Identifying new molecular targets are important in the pathogenesis of SCLC in order to develop new treatment strategies. RAB27A is the critical protein for intracellular exosome trafficking and is a driver of tumour progression. However, demonstrating the potential impact of suppressing RAB27A in SCLC as therapeutic approach is an important deficiency. RAB27A gene knockout SCLC cell lines were generated using a CRISPR/cas9 system. qRT-PCR, Western blotting and Sanger sequencing were performed to confirm RAB27A knockout in SCLC cells. TEM and EXOCET assays were used to detect the alteration of exosomes. Proliferation and colony formation were detected by MTT and microscopy. Subsequently, we intrapulmonally injected N417 and H524 SCLC cells(control and RAB27A knockout for each cell) into SCID mice. The effects of RAB27A knockout on mouse tumor model were analysed using 18F-FDG PET/CT scans.Knocking out RAB27A significantly decreased the expression of CD9, CD63, Tsg101, exosome secretion and exosomal protein in SCLC(p
Reflecting Upon PG Supervision in Higher Education
Authors: Fragouli Evangelia
Published: October 2023

Gender as a concept encompasses “culturally-determined cognitions, attitudes, and belief systems about females and males; [it] varies across cultures, changes through historical time, and differs in terms of who makes the observations and judgments. The purpose of the present study is to examine postgraduate supervision in higher education in relation to gender discrimination. The applied methodology is a critical discussion via reflection upon personal experience and literature review. The supervisory relationship is an incredibly important one in the personal and professional development of supervisees. In relation to gender, it is crucial that supervisors use the relationship as an opportunity to educate, confront, and model. This requires a special level of awareness of self and society. Challenging our own biases, prejudices, and issues is one of the most critical parts of the process.
Land-Related Issues and Small Scale Private Forestry in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania
Authors: Kivuyo Sabra Yasin
Published: October 2023

This study aimed at exploring the land-related issues and small scale private forestry in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania. Specifically, the study determined management and conflicts over land. In methodology, the study applied a cross-section research design with both qualitative and quantitative approaches. A sample size of 100 participants were involved in the description of 80 small-scale tree growers and 20 actors (local government, NGOs and investors). Besides, data collection was done by using questionnaire and in-depth interview. Analysis for quantitative data was done descriptively, additionally inferential analysis involved a Binary regression analysis with a chi-square (X2). The qualitative data were analyzed by using a content analysis. The results indicate that land-related issues is associated by; lack of transparency in land acquisition, inadequate security tenure, weak government administration and conflicting policies. All these factors causing conflicts over land. The study concludes that land-related issues affect small scale tree growers. The study recommends that the government and other actors should add efforts to avoid land-related issues at the community level.
One vs two bond rotation – An example using Acyl amides
Authors: Rzepa Henry
Published: October 2023

One of the important aspects of chemical reaction mechanisms is the order in which things happen. More specifically, the order in which bonds make or break when there are more than two involved in undertaking a reaction.
FAIR Data Digest #20
Authors: Lieber Sven
Published: October 2023

the Halloween edition on scary data anti-patterns
An unusually small (doubly) aromatic molecule: C4.
Authors: Rzepa Henry
Published: October 2023

When you talk π-aromaticity, benzene is the first molecule that springs to mind. But there are smaller molecules that can carry this property; cyclopropenylidene (five atoms) is the smallest in terms of atom count I could think of until now, apart that is from H3+ which is the smallest possible molecule that carries σ-aromaticity.
The Pinacol rearrangement.
Authors: Rzepa Henry
Published: October 2023

This is a venerable organic reaction, which curiously I have not previously covered here. First described in 1859, its nature was only properly elucidated in 1873. It is a member of a class of reaction I have previously named “solvolytically assisted pericyclic”, or “perisolvolytic“. Here I explore some of the subtle stereoelectronic effects observed for this apparently simple reaction. It applies to a class of molecule known as 1,2-diols.
A four-atom molecule exhibiting simultaneous compliance with Hückel 4n+2 and Baird 4n selection rules for ring aromaticity.
Authors: Rzepa Henry
Published: October 2023

Normally, aromaticity is qualitatively assessed using an electron counting rule for cyclic conjugated rings. The best known is the Hückel 4n+2 rule (n=0,1, etc) for inferring diatropic aromatic ring currents in singlet-state π-conjugated cyclic molecules‡ and a counter 4n rule which infers an antiaromatic paratropic ring current for the system.
Jmol and WordPress: Loading 3D molecular models, molecular isosurfaces and molecular vibrations into a blog
Authors: Rzepa Henry
Published: October 2023

Click on the static image to get an active model.