bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysis of the impact of the circular economy concept on economic development
Authors: Janković Gordan , Golubović Miloš
Published: July 2024

Unlike the linear model of economic development, which is based on taking resources from nature, turning them into a finished product and using that product as the final stage of the life cycle of resources, without taking into account the degree of pollution they cause, there is a so-called circular model. The circular model of the economy is an alternative to the linear model. This means that with the circular model, the use of the finished product does not represent the last phase of the life cycle of the resource, but that used product, through the application of various processes, serves as a resource in further production. The main goal of the circular economic model is to reduce waste and pollution, but also to increase the productivity of resources. Longer use of products, machines, and other fixed assets results in higher productivity of the resources that make up their basic input. One of the main goals of the circular economy is the elimination or at least reduction of pollution, and one of the biggest pollutants is the excessive emission of carbon dioxide, whose chemical formula is 〖CO〗2. For this reason, the authors of this research recognized this area as crucial for further economic development. By applying various processes and procedures in developed countries, there was a decrease in the amount of 〖CO〗2emissions, while at the same time there was no decrease in economic activities and production in the economies of those countries, but quite the opposite, at the same time there was an increase in the gross national product (GDP). Serbia should use these countries as an example and, using the good practice of developed countries, start as soon as possible with a more extensive transition from a linear to a circular model of economic development, i.e. bring a series of measures, procedures, laws as soon as possible in order to reduce the emission of 〖CO〗2. In accordance with this, the logical conclusion would be that the scientific goal of this research work is to identify the role of reducing 〖CO〗2 emissions as an important potential for the transition from a linear to a circular model of economic development, without jeopardizing the level of real GDP.
The size, shape and borders of Serbia as essential factors in the security challenges of the Republic of Serbia
Authors: Lukić Darko
Published: July 2024

The paper discusses the size, shape and borders as a factor in the security of the territory of the Republic of Serbia. The illegal secession of Kosovo and Metohija represents an important security challenge that affects in a qualitative and quantitative sense the size, shape and border of the Republic of Serbia, as well as the defensive sensitivity of the territory. The problem was researched in the military-geographical and political-geographical domains. An analytical and synthetic approach was applied in the research of the problem through the comparison of the territory of the Republic of Serbia with the previous states that existed in our area in modern history. Graphical-analytical method as a general geographical method was applied in the consideration of qualitative and quantitative mathematical indicators of the territory. The research results showed that the small size, irregular shape and highly curved borders represent a problem for the defence of the territory of the Republic of Serbia. The Republic of Serbia, with an area of 88.361 km², ranks among small countries. The illegal secession of Kosovo and Metohija reduces the total area of the territory of the Republic of Serbia by 10.887 km². In a potential war conflict or aggression on the territory of the Republic of Serbia, space as a strategic factor of war would have a reduced importance for defence. Any loss of territory can have strategic implications for the entire course of the war. The semi-collected form acquires a southwest and southeast bulge corridor. From the territory of Kosovo and Metohija, the most core areas of the Republic of Serbia, such as the Pan-European transport corridor X can be threatened. The length of the border line to NATO members is 83.7% and 16.3% to militarily neutral states. The border shape coefficient is 1.98, which indicates a high degree of curvature of the border. Recommendations are given in the paper, the implementation of which would reduce the unfavourable geostrategic aspects of the size, shape and borders of the territory. Republic of Serbia. The priority is to change the strategic concept of defence, new military-territorial reorganization, demographic, cultural and geo-economic strengthening of the most sensitive parts of the territory of the Republic of Serbia.
High treason in the criminal legislation of the Republic of Serbia
Authors: Matić Goran
Published: July 2024

The beginning of the 21st century has brought about a large number of security and political problems at the regional and global levels, ranging from the unilateral recognition of the so-called "Kosovo", military intervention in Ukraine, Israel's military intervention in Gaza Strip, a number of armed conflicts on the African soil to the radicalisation of the problem in the relations between China and Taiwan. In addition, the disintegration of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (SFRY) was preceded by a large number of activities directed at destroying the constitutional order and security of the SFRY as well as of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, the impacts of which are felt in the Republic of Serbia to this date. It is for that reason that this paper sets out some legal aspects of high treason in terms of attacking the constitutional order and security, and calling for a violent change of the constitutional order of the Republic of Serbia, as one of the forms of repressive activities and criminal legal protection of the constitutional order and security, or protection of the existence of the state itself, which is an equally important legal issue in the 20th and 21st century alike. It should be noted that the treatment of the problem area of high treason has been neglected in both theory and practice. Thus this paper gives a review of historical development of legal aspects of high treason through the prism of protecting the constitutional order of Serbia. Within the critical examination of the current legislation, the paper provides a detailed analysis of the provisions of Article 308. (Attack against the Constitutional Order) and Article 309. (Calling for a Violent Change of the Constitutional Order) of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Serbia; the same applies to the necessary extent to the provisions of Article 319. (Conspiracy against the Constitutional Activity), Article 320. (Preparation of acts against the Constitutional Order and Security of Serbia) and Article 321. (Serious Offences against the Constitutional Order and Security of Serbia). The paper also points to some interesting solutions we find in the comparative law.
Social sciences and national security
Authors: Milošević Zoran , Stojadinović Miša
Published: July 2024

The contribution of social sciences and humanities to the security of people, society and the state is a little studied topic. It goes without saying that every member of society, especially scientists, should contribute to security, primarily through the adoption of an adequate security culture, knowledge and will (to defend the state) that they possess, which presupposes their knowledge of the legal frameworks that regulate this field. The problem of the contribution of social sciences and humanities to national security arose due to uncritical reforms of these fields initiated by Western power centres. The evaluation of scientific works and the actions of scientists is extremely important for the state and requires an organized system, otherwise it can be a significant source of endangering national security. In this paper, the authors analyse the importance attached to social sciences and humanities as well as their evaluation in society. Special importance is given to their study from the aspect of national security. The basic assumption that guides the authors is that insufficient control of science by the state contributes to endangering national security. This does not mean censorship and absolute control at the same time, but the creation of an orderly system within which the authors will be able to strengthen the national and democratic capacities of the state through their work, and not be abused for the sake of its destabilization, which is especially important in crisis areas. At the same time, the problem of insufficient evaluation of the importance of social sciences and humanities in relation to other sciences is highlighted. There is also a crisis of reviewing scientific papers which is resulted by the introduction of ideological criteria for the publication of articles. Thus, when the reviewer determines that the author is from Russia or Serbia, the next question is whether the author considers Crimea to be Russian or Ukrainian, or, whether Kosmet is an independent state or part of Serbia. The attitude of the reviewer depends on the answer. In order to advance in their professions, they need to be published in journals of high categories, most of which are in the West. This again leads to the resolution and declaration of sensitive issues, where papers are immediately disqualified if they do not agree with an accepted ideological matrix. The authors use the method of content analysis and the comparative method in their paper.
Definition of criteria and alternatives for choosing the optimal mining method deposits when applying multi: Criteria optimization
Authors: Bajić Sanja , Bajić Dragoljub , Gluščević Branko , Gaćina Radmila , Išek Josip
Published: July 2024

When solving real problems, and to make a quality decision, it is necessary to consider a great number of often complex parameters. For these reasons, the development of decision-making process modeling has seen significant growth in recent years, and multi-criteria optimization models have stood out among them as useful for solving complex and conflicting phenomena. Multi-criteria optimization models make it easier for decision-makers to find the optimal solution in situations where there are many different criteria, which can often conflict with each other. The choice of the appropriate method of exploitation of mineral deposits follows the consideration of the problem and the approach to further development, which is primarily the determination of the criteria that influence the choice of the optimal alternative.
Niccolò Machiavelli's political philosophy in Shakespeare's Richard III
Authors: Vlajnić Nikola
Published: July 2024

William Shakespeare provides readers with an insight into his understanding of power and politics through writing historical plays set in the period of English history known as the Wars of the Roses. Niccolò Machiavelli explicitly expresses his understanding of politics in his most famous work The Prince. In this paper, we tried to identify the relationship between the political thought of the two authors through a comparative analysis of Shakespeare's historical play Richard III and Machiavelli's The Prince. We have concluded that there are several similarities between Shakespeare's and Machiavelli's understanding of politics. We identified a complementarity in their views of human nature, the means for coming to power, and the dangers that can lead to overthrowing. However, we also noticed important differences primarily concerned with understanding the relationship between politics and morals.
Game model in the geostrategic rivalry of Greece and Turkey
Authors: Vignjević Marko
Published: July 2024

The paper analyzes the geostrategic rivalry between Greece and Turkey in the Aegean Sea and the Eastern Mediterranean with the help of game theory. From the scientific aspect, the goal is to expand the game theory in political science, more precisely in the interstate relations that share certain elements with the game model (competition, strategic interactions and conflicts). The issue of Greek-Turkish rivalry is important for extensive regional security, and for Serbia's foreign policy, given the importance of its bilateral relations with these countries. The structure of the paper consists of two parts. In the first part, the use of game theory in the analysis of foreign and security policy is discussed, not only the scientific domain of the theory is apostrophized, but also the possibilities of its practical application at the level of the state apparatus that deals with this type of analysis. The second part of the paper indicates the key segments of the geostrategic interest of Turkey and Greece in the waters of the Aegean Sea and the Eastern Mediterranean, as well as the security-risky collision of those interests. Game theory, specifically the "persuasion game" with its "focal points", could assess whether tensions between two states will escalate into direct armed conflict or whether the rivals will eventually be cooperative. When examining the model of the "persuasion game" in the Greek-Turkish rivalry, "focal points" were determined and divided into those that directly result from the political dialogue between Athens and Ankara and those that are influenced by the regional political-security constellation.
Adaptation and validation of the Family Influence Scale on the sample of Serbian students
Authors: Tasković Milica , Pedović Ivana
Published: July 2024

The study is aimed at adapting the Family Influence Scale into Serbian, as well as at examining the functional equivalence of the adapted version compared to the original one using the sample of Serbian students. The sample consisted of 204 students (M age = 22.24, SD age = 2.40, Min age = 18, Max age = 34), 77.5% of whom were female. To assess the construct validity of the adapted version of the scale, principal component analysis, parallel analysis, and confirmatory factor analysis were used. The results indicate that there is an equal number of dimensions that are distinguished within both the original and adapted versions of the scale (Informational Support, Financial Support, Family Expectations, and Values/Beliefs). Additionally, the results support the convergent validity considered through calculating the correlations with the Support, Involvement, and Lack of Engagement Scale. The nomological network of the adapted version of the scale was examined, and the results generally support its equivalence with the nomological network of the original version of the scale. The internal validity of the scale was considered by examining the interrelationships of its measures. These results generally support this type of validity. The adapted version of the scale has generally shown satisfactory reliability of internal consistency in our sample. Despite its limitations, the study has shown that the adapted version of the Family Influence Scale can be used to examine the possible influence of family on career choice and development among students. Hence, the current study provides valuable insights into the development of the career-related measures that can be implemented in other cultural contexts.
Mortality from acute coronary syndrome on the territory of Serbia and the Jablanica district
Authors: Vučić Ivan
Published: July 2024

Clinical conditions that are characterized by a sudden and critical reduction in blood flow with consequent ischemia and/or necrosis of the myocardium, and are caused by rupture or erosion of atherosclerotic plaque, are considered acute coronary syndrome (ACS). The aim of the paper is to analyse the trend of mortality rates from ACS in the Republic of Serbia and in the territory of the Jablanica District from 2006 to 2020 and to compare the trends. The research is a descriptive-epidemiological study. Mortality rates are shown in the form of crude rates (Crude rate - CR), as well as age-standardized rates in the territory of Europe and the world (Age standardized rate - ASR-E and ASR-W). In order to monitor the trend of dying from ACS in the Republic of Serbia and the Jablanica District in men and women, CR and standardized ASR-E rates were used using the statistical program Joinpoint trend analysis software. A value of p<0.05 was considered statistically significant. After analyzing the mortality rates on the territory of the Republic of Serbia in a fifteen-year period, the highest values of the female mortality rate were determined in 2006 (CR 83.8, ASR-E 51.4 and ASR-W 32.93), while the lowest values were present in 2016 (CR 50.1, ASR-E 25.5 and ASR-W 15.7). In the territory of the Jablanica District, the highest values for females were in 2009 (CR 110.1, ASR-E 61.5 and ASR-W 38.6), while the lowers were in 2019 (CR 42.3, ASR-E 19.6 and ASR-W 11.6). After the analysis of mortality rates in the territory of the Republic of Serbia, the highest values of the mortality rates for males were determined in 2006 (CR 132, ASR-E 106.9 i ASR-W 72.1), while the lowest values were registered in 2020 (CR 76.3, ASR-E 52.5 and ASR-W 34.9). In the territory of the Jablanica District, for males, the highest values refer to the year 2008 (CR 134.3, ASR-E 99.6 and ASR-W 65.2), and the lowest to 2014 (CR 51. ASR-E 34.5 and ASR-W 24.4). There is an evident trend of decreasing ACS mortality rates for both genders in the territory of the Republic of Serbia in the period 2006-2016 and for the female gender in the territory of the Jablanica District during the entire observed cycle.
Dr Stevan Z. Ivanić
Authors: Čolović Radoje , Čolović Nataša
Published: July 2024

Dr Stevan Ivanić (1884-1948) studied medicine in Prague, Graz and Vienna, where he graduated in 1910. He had taken part in the Balkan War and World War I. Between the two wars, he was one of the most important physicians working in the field of hygiene, preventive medicine and epidemiology, continuing his professional development in leading institutions abroad. He was a eugenics supporter. He performed many important duties, among others, he was the first Head of the Department for Hygiene and Bacteriology at the Ministry of National Health, Head of the Standing Bacteriological Station in Belgrade (1922), supervised the construction of the modern building of the Central Institute of Hygiene becoming the Head of the Institute in 1926. He also established the journal "Gazette of the Central Institute of Hygiene" and served as its editor for years, as well as the journals "Gazette of the Ministry of National Health", and "Health". He was the author of about 200 publications, books, textbooks and papers in scientific journals, in daily and periodical publications, he served as the editor and wrote forewords for several books and collections. He had been a private docent at the Department of Hygiene and Medical Ecology at the Faculty of Medicine in Belgrade from 1933. In politics, he started off as left-wing but eventually evolved to the right, becoming one of the ideologues of Ljotić's "Zbor". He served as the "Commissioner for Social Policy and Health" in the "Commissioner's Administration" and played a significant role in preventing the introduction of epidemics in Serbia. In fear of the coming Red Army and Partisans, at the end of 1944 he fled to Italy, evaded repatriation, and was then transferred to a camp in Germany where he died. He was sentenced to death in absentia by the new authorities. In 2001, the Faculty of Medicine rehabilitated him along with others who were executed, convicted, or ousted from the faculty for the reasons of "moral and political inadequacy".
Perspectives on World English(es): Perceptions of Italian EFL learners at secondary state schools with regard to grammar teaching, British and American accents and what model to aspire to when learning English as a second language
Authors: Valente Federico
Published: July 2024

The aim of this paper is to provide effective responses to three different articles that discuss the issues of grammar translation instruction, the differences between British and American accents, and, above all, what model to aspire to when learning English in order to investigate what the perceptions of Italian EFL learners at secondary state schools are with regard to these elements. The trigger for this analysis comes first from my EFL teaching experiences at Italian state high schools, where the syllabi employed tend to overlook these features and focus on conventional teaching practices. Secondly, the stimulus for this study comes from research articles in this field that I read before writing these responses in order to have a broader view of these themes. Each response describes in detail theoretical issues with regard to the articles selected for this analysis, and it also makes reference to the context identified for this investigation. This study was conducted in Italy, and the data gathering processes consist mainly of qualitative semi-structured interviews with eight participants (four EFL learners and teachers of English as a foreign language and English literature), interview transcripts, and content analysis techniques that I used to examine and interpret the data collected. Findings indicate that innovative EFL teaching and learning practices are needed in Italian state high schools, especially where the syllabi employed overlook these identified aspects of the language.
A narrative discourse analysis of analyzing James Joyce’s “Araby” through narrative discourse on multiple levels
Authors: Rasool Ushba , Shah Hammad Hussain , Iqbal Sumera , Abbas Khizar
Published: July 2024

This article employs narrative discourse analysis to analyze James Joyce’s short story “Araby” by using two narrative analysis frameworks that focus on the macrostructure and microstructure aspects of the story. The analysis covers the story’s purpose, generic structure, and lexico-grammatical cohesion. The writer follows a series of structural moves and uses a variety of narrative strategies (e.g., a high level of involvement and a wide range of lexical and grammatical cohesive ties), which contribute to the creation of a well-formed text that has effectively achieved its purpose and made its intended effect. This macro-structural analysis sheds light on the story’s thematic elements, character development, and overall narrative trajectory, providing a deeper understanding of its intended message and impact. The article unveils Joyce’s underlying linguistic mechanisms to convey meaning and evoke emotion within the narrative. By exploring the story’s purpose, structure, and linguistic nuances, the analysis offers valuable insights into Joyce’s narrative techniques and the profound impact of “Araby” as a well-formed literary text. This analysis of James Joyce’s “Araby” through narrative discourse analysis offers valuable insights that can be applied in the classroom to enrich student engagement with literature.
Thermochemistry of the dissolution of tetra-4-sulfophthalocyanine nickel in aqueous solutions KОН at 298.15 K
Authors: Krutova Olga , Maizlish Vladimir , Bazanov Michael , Chernikov Viktor , Volkov Alexey , Krutov Pavel
Published: July 2024

We have obtained a nickel tetra-4-sulfophthalocyanine complex, soluble in water. The standard enthalpies of formation of a compound can be considered as the sum of the additive group contributions of fragments of these molecules. We assessed this value using a method based on group systematics with a Benson-type classification of fragments, taking into account the influence of the primary environment of the atoms. In order to obtain the value of the contribution of Ecompl(N)4-Ni, we used the bomb calorimetry method. The enthalpy of combustion of tetrakis (4-methoxyphenyl) porphine and its complex with nickel tetrakis (4-methoxyphenyl) porphine nickel were experimentally determined. Thermal effects of dissolution of crystalline nickel tetra-4-sulfophthalocyanine in aqueous solutions of various KOH concentrations (from 0.002 to 0.02 mol∙L−1) at 298.15 K were determined by the direct calorimetric method. The measurements were carried out in a calorimeter with an isothermal shell equipped with a reaction vessel with a volume of 60 cm3, electric calibration at T = (293.15–308.15) ± 0.01 K and P = 100.5 ± 0.7 kPa, and automatic temperature registration. The standard enthalpy of formation of dissociation products of the tetra-4-sulfophthalocyanine complex with nickel in an aqueous solution has been calculated.
Evaluating the mix of maintenance activities on railway crossings with respect to life-cycle costs
Authors: Ait Ali Abderrahman , Odolinski Kristofer , Pålsson Björn , Torstensson Peter
Published: July 2024

Switches & crossings (S&Cs) are vital assets as they allow for increased railway capacity by introducing flexibility and connectivity in railway networks. At the same time, this makes them critical since they can cause costly delays and disruptions if they are not well maintained. This motivates studies to improve maintenance strategies of S&Cs, considering both the life-cycle costs (LCC) of the assets and socio-economic transportation costs for passengers and freight customers. In this paper, the interdependence between deterioration mechanisms, maintenance activities, and expected LCC (including transportation costs) is investigated using a combination of mechanical and econometric modelling. The interrelation between the degradation of contact geometry and track settlement is analysed using simulations of dynamic vehicle–turnout interaction. Long-term mechanical degradation of the S&C is simulated for different maintenance strategies that correspond to different timing of the associated maintenance measures (crossing repair welding and tamping). This provides the basis for analysing the interdependence between preventive and corrective activities using econometric modelling. Based on a case study of a common type of S&Cs in the Swedish infrastructure, the impact of different maintenance strategies on LCC and transportation costs is analysed. Opportunities and challenges in the development of more socio-economically effective maintenance strategies of S&Cs are discussed.
Bridging the logistics divide with service inclusion for socially sustainable urban logistics services
Authors: Altuntas Vural Ceren , Sanchez-Diaz Ivan , Halldórsson Árni , Ait Linda-Triin
Published: July 2024

The rise of e-commerce over the last decade has increased the pressure on urban logistics and highlighted important sustainability challenges. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated this trend and underscored the need to address social sustainability challenges with e-commerce. In particular, the pandemic drew attention to the uneven access to home deliveries and the importance of having a logistic system that is aligned with the principles underlying society and sustainable development goals. The purpose of this paper is to identify urban logistics services that emerged in response to access limitations linked to the COVID-19 pandemic, and to analyse how these services can enhance inclusivity and fair access to goods. We adopt an exploratory and qualitative research design based on a deductive content analysis approach. This method aims to systematize, objectively analyse, and draw assumptions from secondary evidence and semi-structured interviews with key actors. We identified several urban logistics innovations that spanned organizational, transportation modal shift, informational and technological approaches to face existing restrictions. The findings indicate a deficiency in inclusivity and equitable access to logistics innovations, prompting ad-hoc organization by citizens and private initiatives in response to the extraordinary circumstances of the pandemic. We introduced the concept of logistics divide to analyse the inequalities on who benefits from logistics innovations. This divide is a consequence of the uneven ability of different consumer segments to get access to those services either due to digital mastery, geographical barriers, legal barriers, or to economic reasons. The findings also showed that urban logistics actors have started to innovate to increase access to goods after the pandemic disclosed this logistics divide. In essence, this paper shows the importance of integrating transport and logistics research with transformative service research to decrease the logistics divide and achieve more equitable urban logistics.
UPAYA MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR SISWA TERHADAP PASSING BAWAH BOLA VOLI MELALUI METODE VARIASI
Authors: Syaifullah Syaifullah , Juhanis Juhanis
Published: July 2024

This study aims to describe planning, action, observation, reflection, through the variation method of lower passing in volleyball learning for class V.B UPT SPF SDN Rappocini students. This research was carried out for 3 meetings each in cycle I and cycle II, which are designed by this research is the basic ability of lower passing as psychomotor data and the value of exercise questions as a value of knowledge (cognitive). Observation as attitude data (affective). The data source of this research is class V.B UPT SPF SDN Rappocini students totaling 36 students. Collecting data on lower passing learning outcomes using a fill-in assessment sheet in cycle I and cycle II, the data collected was analyzed quantitatively. The results of quantitative analysis of volleyball lower passing learning outcomes data show that the number of students who completed the first cycle was 26 people with a percentage of 69.44%, while the number of students who completed the second cycle was 33 people with a percentage of 91.67%. The results of this study indicate that learning physical education through variation methods can improve the learning outcomes of class V.B students on the lower pass in the Volleyball game at UPT SPF SDN Rappocini.
PENERAPAN PERMAINAN TRADISIONAL UNTUK MENGATASI KEJENUHAN BELAJAR PJOK DI KELAS V SDN PARANG TAMBUNG 1
Authors: Apandi Randi , Atssam Mappanyukki Andi
Published: July 2024

The aim of this research is to find out whether the application of traditional games can overcome the boredom of learning PJOK for class IV students at Parang Tambung State Elementary School 1 semester II of the 2023/2024 academic year. This type of research is classroom action research (PTK) with the research subjects being 20 class IV students of Parang Tambung 1 State Elementary School. Meanwhile, the object of this research is reducing student learning boredom by implementing traditional games. Data on the results of the learning implementation were collected using a questionnaire method. The data obtained was analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis. Based on the results of data analysis, it can be concluded that the application of traditional games is very effective in overcoming learning burnout for class IV students at Parang Tambung State Elementary School 1 semester II of the 2023/2024 academic year. The average decrease in student learning boredom is in the very high category. Meanwhile, classical completeness is 100%.
Skull allometry of Desmodus rotundus É. Geoffroy, 1810 (Chiroptera, Phyllostomidae)
Authors: Donoso David A. , Villagomez Fernando , Burneo Santiago F. , Tirira Diego G.
Published: July 2024

In mammals, skulls are relatively plastic structures that may reflect ecological characteristics of individuals and species. We studied the role of static allometry in explaining the type and extent of sexual dimorphism in the skull of the common vampire bat (Desmodus rotundus, É. Geoffroy, 1810). In total, we analyzed 439 specimens from a large population restricted to a specific time and place by linear and geometric morphometric techniques. Out of 19 linear skull variables, only the length of the upper right dental row was significantly different between males and females. Principal Component Analysis revealed specific patterns of variation in the male foramen magnum and the female nasal. We found that variables related to the skull and the rostrum do not grow in the same proportion, regardless of the bat’s gender. We hypothesize that the pattern of sexual dimorphism revealed by our analysis is influenced by sexual selection and energetic demands imposed by the animal’s brain.
Mamíferos grandes y medianos del Bosque Protector Petrificado de Puyango, suroccidente de Ecuador
Authors: Salas Jaime A. , Navas I. Benjamín , Peñafiel Kevin , Bravo-Salinas Ronald , Hurtado Cindy M.
Published: July 2024

El Bosque Protector Petrificado de Puyango es un área natural entre las provincias de El Oro y Loja, conocida por su valor paleontológico, pero con escasa y dispersa información sobre los mamíferos grandes y medianos. En este estudio evaluamos la diversidad, abundancia y patrones de actividad de este grupo. Entre diciembre de 2019 y marzo de 2020 establecimos siete estaciones de fototrampeo que fueron revisadas de forma mensual; estimamos el índice de Abundancia Relativa (IAR), el esfuerzo de muestreo a través de curva de acumulación de especies y los patrones de actividad mediante histogramas circulares de acuerdo con los horarios de registros de eventos fotográficos independientes. Confirmamos la presencia de 12 especies de mamíferos grandes y medianos, varias de las cuales se encuentran en categorías de amenaza regional para la Costa ecuatoriana. La ausencia de varias especies de amplia distribución geográfica en la región sugiere un proceso de defaunación, por lo cual consideramos necesario aumentar los esfuerzos de muestreos que lo confirmen. Los patrones de actividad registrados concuerdan con lo reportado previamente para estas especies dentro del Neotrópico. Asimismo, la presión y el avance de actividades antropogénicas es notorio, por lo que sugerimos mejorar la conectividad ecológica con otras áreas protegidas dentro de la provincia y con áreas naturales colindantes del Perú.
Excretas y guano: análisis taxonómico y ecológico de un estudio de caso en Colombia
Authors: Perdomo-Gaitán María Alejandra , Muñoz-Saba Yaneth , Casallas-Pabón Diego
Published: July 2024

La investigación de vertebrados suele realizarse con muestreos directos que implican uso de trampas. Otros métodos indirectos, como observación de rastros, son poco utilizados, aunque fáciles, económicos y con una adecuada interpretación ofrecen valiosa información. Proponemos un protocolo de análisis de excretas y guano con el fin de orientar a los investigadores para obtener información taxonómica y ecológica. Este protocolo incluye detalles del muestreo, registros fotográficos, recolección de muestras, rescate de información, reporte de caracteres organolépticos, procedimientos de laboratorio, preservación, almacenamiento, montaje y conservación. Detallamos información para determinar taxonómicamente la excreta e interpretar correctamente la información. Presentamos un estudio de caso en Colombia con los detalles de cada tipo de análisis. En conclusión, resaltamos la importancia de los protocolos estandarizados para el análisis de este tipo de muestreos como testigo o voucher biológico para obtener información sobre ecología, etología, hábitat, dinámica trófica y edad de ciertas especies.
Step by step
Authors: Tirira Diego G.
Published: July 2024

As of this issue, Mammalia aequatorialis, The Ecuadorian Journal of Mammalogy becomes a biannual journal. This was one of our first objectives when we created this publication. Thanks to the growing support of authors who are publishing their contributions, we have achieved it.
Mammalia aequatorialis was born as a space to disseminate Ecuadorian mammalogy; however, as we went along, we accepted articles for publication with broader information from anywhere in the region. Thus, this issue includes the first papers generated by colleagues from other countries.
In this issue, we present a review and catalog of one of the oldest and least known mammal collections in the country: the Laboratorio-Museo de Zoología Gustavo Orcés at the Universidad Central del Ecuador, in Quito. This collection includes probably the two oldest specimens in any Ecuadorian collection, both exotic species that would have arrived in Ecuador in the second half of the 19th century: Tachyglossus aculeatus (Monotremata, echidna) and Manis pentadactyla (Pholidota; pangolin). This article also includes taxonomic comments and notable records of two rodent species: Nephelomys nimbosus (Cricetidae) and Cuniculus taczanowskii (Cuniculidae).
In terms of general contributions on the diversity of mammals that comment on issues related to their conservation, we present two studies, one on the Petrified Forest of Puyango in southern Ecuador, and another on the Portobelo National Park and Colon Biological Corridor, in Panama.
Other notable articles in this issue are an analysis of the cranial allometry of common vampire bat (Desmodus rotundus) in the province of Napo, Ecuador, and a protocol for the study of mammalian excreta and guano, with a case study from Colombia.
Among the scientific notes, we include four papers from different localities of Ecuador; one documents the records of melanism of a species of squirrel (Simosciurus nebouxii) in the province of Loja, and another presents the observation of an Andean Bear swimming in a paramo lagoon in Píntag, Pichincha.
In addition, we present reports that expand the distribution of two mammal species in Ecuador: the first report of Sechuran Fox (Lycalopex sechurae) in a montane forest area in southeastern Loja Province, and the first report of Pink River DoIphin (Inia geoffrensis) in the Morona River, Morona Santiago.
Step by step, we continue to grow. We have already turned Mammalia aequatorialis into a biannual journal, a challenge achieved. We hope to continue to grow and bring new contributions to the knowledge of Neotropical mammals, especially from Ecuador.
Thank you for being with us,
Diego G. TiriraEditor-in-chief
Optimalisasi Kinerja UMKM Wrap it Salad Melalui Skill Manajerial Kewirausahaan
Authors: Amartya Sheila , Putri Hidayat Syifa Amelia , Untari Lesya Puspita , Aprilia Sabrina Putri , Suriyanti Suriyanti
Published: July 2024

Pengembangan organisasi bisnis UMKM memerlukan sumber daya manusia yang berkualitas dan kompeten. Wrapit Salad, perusahaan salad wrap yang berkembang pesat, membutuhkan peningkatan kinerja karyawan untuk mencapai tujuan dan target. “Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman dan mengasah skill manajerial kewirausahaan karyawan Wrapit Salad."
Penyuluhan Hukum Tentang Larangan Money Politics Pada Pemilu Serentak Tahun 2024 Bagi Pemilih Pemula Di SMA Negeri 1 Sipirok Kabupaten Tapanuli Selatan
Authors: Siregar Sutan , Suhendra Dedy , Puansah Irman , Nasution Anwar Sulaiman , Simatupang Nuratika , Nasution Irwan Syah , Hasayangan Angkasa Putra
Published: July 2024

Money politics atau sering dikenal dengan istilah serangan fajar, sering dijumpai pada saat pelaksanaan Pemilu, hal ini sangat merugikan bagi pelaksanaan demokrasi di Indonesia, hal ini apabila dibiarkan dikhawatirkan akan menyebabkan rusaknya budaya dalam suatu masyarakat. Melihat sangat berbahayanya money politik terhadap pelaksanaan demokrasi di Indonesia, maka tujuan dari PKM ini adalah untuk mengatasi permasalahan tersebut diatas, solusi yang ditawarkan dalam PKMS ini adalah pelaksanaan penyuluhan hukum tentang larangan money politics pada Pemilu Serentak Tahun 2024 bagi pemilih pemula di SMA Negeri 1 Sipirok Kabupaten Tapanuli Selatan. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan adalah melalui ceramah, tanya jawab dengan peserta, dan juga test kemamnpuan siswa sebelum dan sesudah pelaksanaan kegiatan. Kegiatan ini berjalan dengan baik, sehingga bisa tercapai tujuannya sesuai dengan yang diharapkan, yaitu meningkatnya pemahaman siswa tentang larangan money politik, dan meningkatnya kesadaran siswa untuk ikut serta menggunakan hak pilihnya oada Pemilu Serentak tahun 2024 ini
Sosialisasi Bahaya Kecanduan Game Online pada Santri Pondok Pesantren Al-Ishlahuddiny Kediri Lombok Barat NTB
Authors: Muti’ah Muti’ah , Patty Elyakim Nova Supriyedi , Ardiyati Syafira Mahfuzi
Published: July 2024

Kecanduan game online saat ini menjadi permasalahan yang dominan dihadapi remaja Indonesia. Tingkat kecanduan terhadap game online di Indonesia menjadi salah satu yang tertinggi untuk Kawasan Asia Tenggara. Keberadaan game online yang awalnya menjadi hiburan yang murah meriah, semakin hari malah menjadi suatu penyakit jiwa yang meresahkan para orangtua. Kehadiaran game online banyak menarik perhatian kalangan remaja di masayarakat. Sampai saat ini, permainan game online sangat digemari para remaja, terutama yang masih duduk dibangku sekolah. Kemudahan untuk mengakses game online ini dapat berdampak buruk jika tidak disikapi dengan baik. Pelaksanaan kegiatan ini merupakan bentuk pengabdian kepada Masyarakat berupa sosialisasi bahaya kecanduan game online yang dilaksanakan di Pondok Pesantren Al-Ishlahuddiny yang berlokasi di Kediri Lombok Barat NTB. Kegiatan ini secara umum terlaksana dengan menggunakan metode ceramah dan tanya jawab dan/atau diskusi interaktif antara peserta dan narasumber. Melalui kegiatan sosialisasi ini bertujuan untuk memberikan edukasi kapada para peserta sosialisasi yaitu para santri Pondok Pesantren Al-Ishlahuddiny tentang bahaya kecannduan game online, dan bagaimana mengatasi permasalahan untuk orang yang sudah terlanjur kecanduan game online.
Penyuluhan Tentang Bahaya Kenakalan Remaja Melalui Permainan Fortune Mystery Board FmB Untuk Remaja
Authors: Pratiwi Noorhaliza , Arifiana Isrida Yul
Published: July 2024

Remaja adalah individu berusia 10 hingga 19 tahun yang berada dalam fase kehidupan antara masa kanak-kanak dan dewasa atau dikenal dengan usia peralihan. Pencarian identitas diri dengan tidak tepat menjadi salah satu pendorong terjadinya kenakalan remaja. Peran orang tua dan tenaga pendidik untuk memberikan pemahaman menjadi perhatian khusus. Pentingnya pemberian pemahaman di sekolah menjadi dasar untuk penulis melakukan kegiatan penyuluhan  tentang bahaya kenakalan remaja. Metode pelaksanaan dilakukan dengan menyediakan media berupa permainan fortune mystery board FmB. Penyuluhan ini bertujuan untuk mengurangi frekuensi kenakalan remaja dengan meningkatkan pemahaman akan bahaya kenakalan remaja. Kegiatan ini dilakukan dengan partisipan sebanyak 110 peserta didik SMP di Surabaya. Berdasarkan hasil evaluasi yang telah dilakukan menunjukkan bahwa penyuluhan melalui media permainan lebih efektif dalam menyampaikan informasi dan informasi yang diberikan mudah dipahami oleh peserta didik SMP.
Penyuluhan Dan Edukasi Tentang Bahaya Bullying Di Lingkungan Sekolah SMP Raden Fatah Batu
Authors: Cahyani Meilinda Dwi , Pratama Dian , Mu’arifuddin Moh. Ali , Mardikaningsih Agusti
Published: July 2024

Artikel ini membahas tentang edukasi tentang bahaya bullying di SMP Raden Fatah Batu. Tujuannya adalah untuk meningkatkan kesadaran siswa akan dampak negatif dari perundungan. Kegiatan melibatkan siswa dan menggunakan metode ceramah interaktif. Fokus utama meliputi pemahaman konsep, tanda-tanda, dan penanganan perundungan. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pemahaman siswa terhadap konsep bullying menjadi 85%, dan kemampuan mengenali tanda-tanda dari 60% menjadi 80%. Sebanyak 75% siswa juga mampu menyebutkan langkah-langkah untuk mencegah dan menangani perundungan. Keberhasilan ini menciptakan lingkungan sekolah yang lebih aman dan inklusif. Artikel ini merekomendasikan pendekatan seperti diskusi terbuka dan mendalam untuk mengatasi resistensi. In the Future menyarankan untuk berfokus pada interaksi tatap muka, seperti diskusi kelompok dan simulasi perundungan. Melibatkan guru, orang tua, dan mengukur dampak jangka panjang penting untuk perubahan perilaku yang berkelanjutan. Dengan pendekatan yang lebih adaptif, diharapkan kegiatan ini akan tetap efektif dalam mengatasi perundungan di masa depan.
Pelatihan Usaha Pembenihan Ikan Baung (Hemibagrus nemurus)Untuk Meningkatkan Mutu Benih Ikan Di BBIL Gunung Manau
Authors: Hallisa Hallisa , Rozi Muhamad Abdul , Hanipah Nur , Rakhman Syaiful , Murjani Akhmad , Fitriliyani Indira
Published: July 2024

Ikan komoditas lokal yang memiliki potensi untuk dibudidayakan salah satunya adalah ikan baung, karena ikan jenis ini juga memiliki nilai ekonomi yang tinggi. Tujuan pengabdian kepada masyarakat adalah untuk meningkatkan minat masyarakat gunung manau untuk melakukan usaha pembenihan ikan baung dan meningkatkan mutu benih ikan baung. Pengabdian dilaksanakan di Balai Benih Ikan Lokal Gunung manau yang berada di desa Gunung manau, kecematan Batu mandi, kabupaten Balangan kegiatan dilaksanakan dari bulan April – Mei 2024. Bentuk kegiatan yang dilakukan ialah dengan praktek langsung ke lapangan dan melakukan wawancara pada pihak BBIL Gunung manau. Metode yang digunakan ialah kualitatif deskriftif. Hasil pelatihan yang dilakukan diketahui bahwa Melalui pemijahan secara buatan pada ikan baung yang dilakukan pada budidaya ikan baung di BBIL Gunung Manau menghasilkan benih yang berjumlah 70.000 ekor. Meskipun perlu perhatian khusus dalam pemeliharaan dari ukuran larva sampai benih karena sifatnya yang rentan mudah mati jika kekurangan oksigen sehingga aerasi harus selalu menyala untuk menghindari kematian massal.
Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (PKM) dalam Pengolahan Air Resapan Tanah menjadi Air Bersih di Desa Cibodas
Authors: Bahagia Dedi Suwardi , Saputra Samin , Muchlisun Rochmat , Cupriadi S Anu Man
Published: July 2024

Proyek pengabdian masyarakat ini fokus untuk mengatasi permasalahan kelangkaan air di Desa Cibodas dengan menerapkan solusi pengolahan air yang berkelanjutan. Proyek ini bertujuan untuk memanfaatkan proses alami infiltrasi tanah untuk memurnikan air hujan dan mengubahnya menjadi air minum bersih. Melalui keterlibatan dan pendidikan masyarakat, penduduk setempat akan dilibatkan dalam pembangunan dan pemeliharaan sistem penyaringan air, meningkatkan kepemilikan dan keberlanjutan. Proyek ini juga mencakup sesi pelatihan mengenai praktik pengelolaan air untuk memastikan keberhasilan jangka panjang dari inisiatif ini. Dengan memberdayakan masyarakat dengan pengetahuan dan sumber daya, proyek ini berupaya meningkatkan akses terhadap air bersih dan meningkatkan kesejahteraan warga di Desa Cibodas secara keseluruhan. Keterbatasan pasokan air bersih untuk memenuhi kebutuhan masyarakat menjadi kendala utama yang dialami warga di Desa Cibodas. Dengan keterbatasan pengetahuan, sarana, prasarana dan ekonomi, warga terus menggunakan air yang tidak sehat untuk kebutuhan rumah tangga. Oleh karena itu, masyarakat sangat perlu diberi pengetahuan dan keterampilan pengolahan air bersih. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat (PKM) dalam Pengolahan Air Bersih di Desa Cibodas bertujuan untuk: 1) meningkatkan pengetahuan tentang air bersih dan budaya hidup bersih, 2) memberikan keterampilan teknologi proses pengolahan air bersih. Tujuan tersebut dicapai dengan kegiatan berupa penyuluhan, pelatihan, dan penerapan teknologi tepat guna untuk mengolah air bersih. Hasil yang dicapai adalah: 1) meningkatnya pengetahuan mitra tentang pentinganya air bersih bagi kesehatan, 2) mitra telah memiliki pengetahuan dan ketrampilan pengolahan air bersih untuk rumah tangga.
Pelatihan Drama Bertema Lingkungan Untuk Meningkatkan Pemahaman Dan Rasa Percaya Diri Di RPTRA Beringin Indah Rawamangun
Authors: Luthfiyyah La’ali , Nurmala Dewi , Arini Dessy Rizqi , Hikmatunisa Azizah , Ardiyanti Sunia , Eriyani Reni Nur
Published: July 2024

Pelatihan drama dilakukan untuk menumbuhkan rasa percaya diri pada anak. Kurangnya rasa percaya diri masih dijumpai dan sering dialami oleh banyak anak di Indonesia. Krisis percaya diri akan berpengaruh terhadap kurangnya anak untuk berani tampil di depan umum dan sulit untuk bersosialisasi. Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk meningkatkan rasa percaya diri anak-anak dalam bermain peran. Anak-anak dapat memiliki pengalaman dasar bermain peran atau drama. Metode dalam penelitian ini adalah metode eksperimen dengan melakukan pre-test dan post-test dengan tahapan pelaksanaannya adalah survei, sosialisasi, pelatihan, dan evaluasi. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ini, anak-anak sudah menunjukkan hasil yang baik dan percaya diri. Kesimpulan dari kegiatan ini berguna bagi anak-anak untuk memahami konsep dasar drama terlihat dari hasil pretest yang meningkat sebesar 30%.