bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AND ANTI-GRANULOMA ACTIVITY OF SULFORAPHANE, A NATURALLY OCCURRING ISOTHIOCYANATE FROM BROCCOLI (BRASSICA OLERACEA)
Authors: Mohanty Sangeeta , Pal Abhisek , Konkimalla V Badireenath , Chandra Si Sudam
Published: June 2018

Objective: The objective of this study was to establish the anti-inflammatory activity of sulforaphane (SFN) in different acute and subchronic models of inflammation. Methods: The anti-inflammatory activity of SFN was evaluated by the secretion of proinflammatory cytokines in rat peripheral blood mononuclear cells (interleukin-6 [IL-6] and tumor necrosis factor alpha [TNF-α]) which are important mediators of inflammation as determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Furthermore, paw volume was determined in various acute models of inflammation, and percentage inhibition of granuloma tissue was assessed by cotton pellet-induced granuloma model. From serum, serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase, serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase, and alkaline phosphatase levels were determined which is followed by assay for estimation of antioxidants such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase, and glutathione (GSH). Results: SFN showed significant anti-inflammatory activity against paw edema induced by carrageenin/histamine/egg-albumin. A remarkable control in inflammation was observed most notably at the highest test dose of 5 mg/kg in the subchronic granuloma model. In addition, the release of inflammatory cytokines such as IL-6 and TNF-α which is responsible for inflammatory activity gets attenuated by SFN (∗p<0.05; ∗∗p< 0.01). Moreover, toxic control rats showed significant decreased levels of GSH, catalase, and SOD and increased the level of serum hepatic enzymes which gets reversed by SFN in dose-dependent manner. Conclusions: The present findings demonstrated that SFN can recover inflammation by inhibiting TNF-α and IL-6 in inflammation process.
LACTOBACILLUS PARACASEI HII01 MEDIATED FERMENTATION OF SYZYGIUM CUMINI L. FRUITS: ASSESSMENT OF CHANGES IN PHENOLIC CONTENT AND ANTIOXIDANT CAPACITY
Authors: Sirilun Sasithorn , Sivamaruthi Bhagavathi Sundaram , Kesika Periyanaina , Peerajan Sartjin , Chaiyasut Chaiyavat
Published: June 2018

Objective: Syzygium cumini L. fruits are reported for several pharmacological applications and winemaking. The present study was conducted to develop and analyze the phytochemical content, and antioxidant properties of lactic acid bacteria mediated fermented S. cumini fruit juice (FSJ).Methods: The pH of FSJ was measured by pH meter, and total acidity was calculated by titration method. The Folin-Ciocalteu colorimetric method was employed to assess the total phenolic content (TPC), and antioxidant properties were determined by 2, 2′-azino-bis-3-ethylbenzthiazoline-6- sulphonic acid, ferric reducing antioxidant power, and ferrous ion-chelating assays.Results: The formula 1 and 2 displayed pH of 3.23, and 3.12, respectively, after 6 months of fermentation. The acidity of F1 and F2 was regularly increased from 0.23 to 0.55 and 0.29 to 0.53 mg lactic acid equivalent per ml sample, respectively. The TPC of FSJ was progressively increased. The F1 and F2 showed an increase in TPC from 0.94 to 1.61 and 1.05 to 1.95 mg Gallic acid equivalent per ml of sample, respectively. The Formula 1 and 2 exhibited antioxidant capacities of 1.90 and 2.06 mg Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity per ml sample, 0.81 and 0.80 quercetin equivalent antioxidant capacity per ml sample, and 1.67 and 1.82 Vitamin-C equivalents antioxidant capacity per ml sample, respectively. Ferric reducing-antioxidant power of Formula 1 and 2, and Control 1 and 2 were 3.90, 4.29, 2.96, and 3.27 mg Fe2SO4 equivalents per ml of sample, respectively. Whereas, the chelating power of samples was not significantly changed at the end of fermentation.Conclusion: The high-quality FSJ was prepared with enhanced antioxidant capacity and phenolic compounds. The probiotic containing FSJ is an alternative functional food supplement to prevent, cure and manage several degenerative disorders. Further, clinical studies are essential to insight the functional quality of FSJ.
FORMULATION AND STABILITY ASSESSMENT OF ARABICA AND CIVET COFFEE EXTRACTS BASED COSMETIC PREPARATIONS
Authors: Chaiyasut Chaiyavat , Sivamaruthi Bhagavathi Sundaram , Sirilun Sasithorn , Makhamrueang Netnapa , Sirithunyalug Jakkapan , Peerajan Sartjin , Kesika Periyanaina
Published: June 2018

Objective: The coffee is one of the most common beverages with reported health benefits. The coffee extracts are used in cosmetic and pharmacological preparations. The present study deals with the development of Arabica and Civet coffee extract based cosmetic formulas and its stability.Methods: Coffee extracts were prepared by mechanical pressing and solvent extraction methods. The total phenolic content of the extracts was assessed by Folin–Ciocalteu colorimetric method. The body lotion (BL) and hand moisturizing cream (HMC) were formulated, and the stability, heavy metal, and microbial contamination of the products stored at different temperatures for 3 months were evaluated by the organoleptic method, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, and plate assay, respectively.Results: The developed products (BL and HMC) were creamy, slightly dark in color with coffee fragrance. The products were stable, and no changes in color, odor, and texture were observed, for 3 months even at 40°C. BL was found to be not contaminated with lead, whereas, the presence of arsenic and mercury were found in the concentration of <0.16 and <0.09 mg/kg, respectively. The HMC has <0.16 mg/kg of arsenic and <0.09–0.28 mg/kg of mercury, while no lead content was detected. BL and HMC harbor only 253–281 and 231–251 CFU/g, respectively. The products were free from pathogenic microbes. The extract method has not affected the quality of the product.Conclusion: The BL and HMC were stable and contain negligible amount of heavy metal and found to be microbiologically safe. The presence of coffee extract in the products nourishes and protects the skin and suitable for topical applications.
DICOMA ANOMALA SOND.: A REVIEW OF ITS BOTANY, ETHNOMEDICINE, PHYTOCHEMISTRY AND PHARMACOLOGY
Authors: Maroyi Alfred
Published: June 2018

Dicoma anomala is used as herbal medicine to treat and manage fever, coughs, colds, sore throats, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dysentery, constipation, intestinal worms, and sexually transmitted infections in tropical Africa. The aim of this study was to summarize the research that has been done on the ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemistry, and pharmacological properties of D. anomala in tropical Africa. The literature search for information on ethnomedicinal uses and pharmacological activities of D. anomala was undertaken using databases such as Web of Science, Scopus, Google Scholar, Science Direct, BioMed Central, PubMed, and Springer link. Other relevant literature sources included books, book chapters, websites, theses, conference papers, and other scientific publications. This study showed that D. anomala is used as herbal medicine in 57.1% of the countries in tropical Africa where it is indigenous. The species is used to treat 66 and five human and animal diseases, respectively. Several classes of secondary metabolites including acetylenic compounds, diterpene, flavonoids, phenols, phytosterols, saponins, sesquiterpenes, tannins and triterpenes have been isolated from D. anomala. Different aqueous and organic extracts of D. anomala exhibited anthelmintic, anticancer, antihyperglycemic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiplasmodial, and hepatoprotective activities. The documented information on the botany, ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemistry, and pharmacological properties of D. anomala provide baseline data required for further ethnopharmacological studies on the species.
A NOVEL REVERSE-PHASE HIGH-PERFORMANCE LIQUID CHROMATOGRAPHIC METHOD FOR SIMULTANEOUS ESTIMATION OF ELLAGIC ACID, QUERCETIN, AND PIPERINE IN AYURVEDIC FORMULATIONS
Authors: Shaikh Sultana , Jain Vandana
Published: June 2018

Objective: The objective of the study was to develop a novel, accurate, precise, and linear reverse-phase high-performance liquid chromatographic (RP-HPLC) method for simultaneous qualitative and quantitative estimation of ellagic acid, quercetin, and piperine in different Ayurvedic formulations and validate as per the International Conference on Harmonization guidelines. Methods: In the present work, a good chromatographic separation was achieved isocratically using a shim-pack HPLC C18 column (4.6×250 mm, 5 μm) and a mobile phase consisting of 0.02 M potassium dihydrogen orthophosphate buffer (pH adjusted to 3.5 with orthophosphoric acid) and acetonitrile in the ratio 60:40, a flow rate of 1.2 ml/min and column temperature maintained at 35°C. The effluents obtained were monitored at 255 nm with ultraviolet-visible detector. Results: The retention time of ellagic acid, quercetin, and piperine was found to be 1.65 min, 2.94 min, and 14.57 min, respectively. The linearity of ellagic acid, quercetin, and piperine was tested in the range of 6–14 ppm, 3–11 ppm, and 3–13 ppm, respectively. The correlation coefficient for ellagic acid, quercetin, and piperine was found to be 0.997, 0.993, and 0.99, respectively. The high recovery values (98–102%) indicate a satisfactory accuracy. The low percent relative standard deviation values in the precision study reveal that the method is precise. Conclusion: The developed method is novel, simple, precise, rapid, accurate, and reproducible for simultaneous quantitative estimation of ellagic acid, quercetin, and piperine in Ayurvedic formulations. Hence, the developed method can be used for quantitative analysis and quality control of extracts and commercial samples of other plant species and formulations containing these three markers.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SOME IMMUNOLOGICAL FACTORS AND TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS IN IRAQI PATIENTS
Authors: Al-janaby Mohammed Salih , Al-ani Mohammed Qais , Rasheed Marrib N
Published: June 2018

Objective: To determine whether elevated levels of the inflammatory markers interleukin 6 (IL-6), interleukin 8 (IL-8) and insulin – like growth factor-1 are associated with development of type 2 DM in Iraqi sample.Methods: A total number of 150 samples in this study, including 75 diabetes mellitus patients and 75 healthy people (control) This study was conducted from August 2016 to February 2017. All samples were collected from Anbar city, Iraq. Serum concentrations of IL-6, IL-8 and IGF. were determined using a commercially available enzyme-linked immune sorbent assay (ELISA).Results: The results of the present study showed that there was a difference in the mean values of IL-6, IL-8 and IFG between the group of patients with type 2 diabetes and the control group The results showed a negative correlation between IL-6 and IL-8, while the correlation between IL-6 and IGF and between IL -8 and IGF was showed positive correlationConclusion: Elevated levels of IL-6 and IL-8 predict the development of type 2 DM. These data support a possible role for inflammation in diabetogenesis. Type 2 diabetes as well as pre-diabetic states, including impaired fasting glucose and impaired glucose tolerance, are associated cross-sectionally with altered circulating levels of IGF-I . decline in the levels of IGF-I dependent on duration of diabetes in non insuline dependent diabetic patients.
ANTIOXIDANT AND ANTI-INFLAMMATORY PROPERTIES OF A SERIES OF NEW7,8-DISUBSTITUTED THEOPHYLLINE CONTAINING A PYRAZOLE RING
Authors: Кorobko Dmytro , J. Hadjipavlou-litina Dimitra , Logoyda Liliya `
Published: June 2018

Objective: The objective of this study was to synthesize methyl 1-(1,3-dimethyl-2,6-dioxo-7-arylalkyl-(alkenyl-)-2,3,6,7-tetrahydro-1H-purin-8-yl)- 5-(4-methyl-(methoxy-, chloro-)phenyl)-1H-pyrazole-3-carboxylates and studying their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties by in vitro methods.Methods: New derivatives of 1,3-dimethylxanthine with pyrazole at position 8 were synthesized by the interaction of 8-bromotheophylline with arylalkyl-(alkenyl) halides, hydrazine hydrate, and methyl 4-(4-R)-2,4-dioxobutanoate. For most obtained compounds, antioxidant activity (by 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl and 2,2’-azobis(2-amidinopropane) dihydrochloride) and anti-inflammatory (by Soybean LOX inhibition) activity was investigated.Result: The most effect on free radical oxidation processes was recorded for substances with a phenylalyl radical at position 7 of the molecules (10, 13, and 16). In the activity of inhibition of peroxidation of lipids (89–92%), they predominate Trolox (88%). Their IC50 indices for LOX inhibition are 15.0, 17.5, and 27.5 μM, respectively, but less than the nordihydroguaretic acid reference compound used.Conclusion: The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of a series of synthesized 7,8-disubstituted theophylline containing the pyrazole cycle have been studied using modern in vitro research methods. The prospect of conducting further synthetic and pharmacological studies for compounds with phenylalyl radical in the 7 positions of their molecules is shown.
Sources of financial synchronism: Arbitrage theory and the promise of risk-free profit
Authors: Langenohl Andreas
Published: June 2018

This article argues that the temporality of the financial economy ought to be seen as radically synchronistic. ‘Synchronism’ refers to both an epistemological and practical approach that addresses finance neither with a view to the past nor to the future, but is instead focused on the moment that a financial transaction is settled (i.e., the horizon of trading). From this perspective, the article expands the scope of current social theorizing on financial markets, which is characterized by a preoccupation with the futurity of financial markets and products. It suggests that financial synchronism can be traced back to certain developments in economic theory since the so-called ‘marginalist revolution’, which enabled the transfer of a certain optics informing market theories into financial practices. On these terms, financial synchronism is interpreted as a powerful social imaginary that crucially mediates the way contemporary societies face the contingency of the future.
Creating an ownership society? Social security reform and the temporalities of libertarian rhetoric
Authors: Knewitz Simone
Published: June 2018

Former US president George W. Bush's idea of the United States as an ‘ownership society’ can be considered as the rhetorical apex of a conservative, libertarian push for a more market-driven restructuring of American social institutions. Reformers in the Bush administration particularly targeted Social Security, a popular American institution and signature achievement of the New Deal era, aiming to replace a system of solidarity with one of individual responsibility and partial privatization. Returning to the time of the early 2000s, this article analyzes the rhetoric of the ownership society as a libertarian utopian social vision - a future, more perfect community the United States should aspire to grow into. It argues that the political discourse on Social Security propagated by the Bush administration relied on rhetorical strategies characterized by an engagement of temporalities. On the one hand, ownership discourse invoked the nation's past achievements and traditional values secured during the American Revolution and guaranteed in the nation's founding documents. On the other hand, the administration framed the alleged urgency of the reforms by making projections about the future and using these to raise questions about the present system of Social Security provision. In this way, earlier debates over Social Security reform provide a valuable perspective on the contemporary nexus of finance and temporality.
The derivative condition, an aesthetics of resolution, and the figure of the renegade: A conversation
Authors: Nestler Gerald , Kloeckner Christian , Mueller Stefanie
Published: June 2018

The work of the artist and writer Gerald Nestler explores finance and its social implications since the mid-1990s. Based on his professional experience as a trader as well as on post-disciplinary research, he has developed a unique approach that brings together theory and conversation with installation, video, performance, text, and other art forms. Probing into the narrative structures of contemporary capitalism, Nestler offers a techno-political critique directly from the core of the financial markets. This interview addresses his reading of the derivative as a world-producing apparatus that shapes the experience of the present by preconfiguring the future, and that provokes a shift from representational to performative speech in the actualization of biopower based on the exploitation of volatility and leverage. In conversation with Christian Kloeckner and Stefanie Mueller, he argues for the formation of specific human/non-human alliances that directly attack algorithmic as well as socio-economic black-boxing (schemes that monopolize inherently non-scarce resources), so as to open our imagination to skills and tactics that would allow us to navigate the rich but volatile flows of social, political, and economic abundance.
Addressing Patients’ Veteran Status: Primary Care Providers’ Knowledge, Comfort, and Educational Needs
Authors: Vest Bonnie M. , Kulak Jessica , Hall Victoria M. , Homish Gregory G.
Published: June 2018

Background and Objectives: The military population is frequently overlooked in civilian primary care due to an assumption that they are treated at the Veterans Health Administration (VA). However, less than 50% of eligible veterans receive VA treatment. Primary care providers (PCPs) may need support in addressing veterans’ needs. This regional pilot study explored the current state of practice among primary care providers as it pertains to assessing patients’ veteran status and their knowledge of and comfort with treating common conditions in this population.
Methods: An electronic survey was administered to PCPs (N=102) in Western New York. Survey questions asked about assessing military status, understanding of military-related health problems, and thoughts on the priority of addressing these issues in practice. Data were analyzed using descriptive summary statistics.
Results: The majority (56%; n=54) of respondents indicated they never or rarely ask their patients about military service, and only 19% (n=18) said they often or always ask. Seventy-one percent (n=68) of providers agreed or strongly agreed it was important to know if their patient was a veteran. Participants indicated limited knowledge about military stressors, resources available for military populations, and common medical conditions impacting veterans.
Conclusions: Our pilot results demonstrate that in a regional sample of primary care providers, providers rarely ask patients about their military history; however, they feel it is important information for patient care. While further study is needed, it may be necessary to provide education, specifically pertaining to military culture and health-related sequelae, to address barriers that may be limiting PCPs’ provision of care for this population.
O marketing no ciberespaço: a ação de digital influencers no incentivo ao consumo de produtos e serviços por meio do merchandising no Instagram
Authors: Moreira Afonso Ribas , Lôbo Victória , Da Silva José Luís Caetano
Published: June 2018

Este artigo pretende analisar de que maneira acontece o merchandising nas redes sociais por meio da ação de digital influencers. O objeto de estudo é o Instagram e, principalmente, a sua nova ferramenta: os Insta Stories. Supõe-se que os atores sociais possuem um grande poder de influência e utilizam o aplicativo para publicizar marcas. Para a análise, serviram de exemplos publicações em perfis de artistas com um número expressivo de seguidores. Fez-se uma reflexão sobre ciberespaço e esfera pública, redes sociais e merchandising com o propósito de identificar as estratégias utilizadas pelos influencers em questão para formar opinião sobre determinadas marcas e, sobretudo, incentivar o consumo de produtos. Foi possível perceber que as pessoas famosas, principalmente as do meio artístico, além de praticar a autopromoção, atuam também na condição de digital influencers, promovendo marcas, ora de maneira sutil, ora mais evidente. As estratégias de merchandising baseiam-se na inter-relação das ferramentas da rede social e no carisma associado à imagem do influenciador.
Estado de exceção econômico e Economia Solidária: uma discussão sobre Estado, soberania do mercado e exclusão social
Authors: Maturino Nara Eloy Machado , Borges Adriana Vilas Boas , Borges Carlos Henrique Leite
Published: June 2018

Com base na discussão de Giorgio Agamben acerca do estado de exceção, o qual se apresenta como a forma legal daquilo que não pode ter forma legal, e tem-se tornado um paradigma nas sociedades contemporâneas, inclusive nos regimes democráticos, surge a possibilidade de explorar contextos e situações fáticas em que esse estado de exceção estaria latente. Percebe-se uma relação de interferência entre o estado de exceção e a concentração do poder econômico. Os tempos atuais estão tomados por um estado de exceção econômico permanente, imposto à periferia do capitalismo. Na tentativa de estabelecer um paralelo entre a noção de estado de exceção e o movimento de Economia Solidária no Brasil, este ensaio tem o objetivo de entender a influência do poder econômico (acumulação de capital) na perpetração de um estado de exceção econômico. O resultado disso é que parte da sociedade é excluída dos meios de produção e de sobrevivência e procura alternativas para escapar dessa situação. Um projeto de sociedade economicamente democrática que procura reduzir as desigualdades sociais deve basear-se na solidariedade e na inversão da lógica capitalista atual, em que o Estado (política) deverá estar à disposição dos interesses sociais e não dos interesses de um mercado privado.
Redes sociais na produção científica: uma análise da Revista ADMpg Gestão Estratégica
Authors: De Melo Flávio José , Anzilago Marcielle
Published: June 2018

A utilização de redes sociais vem crescendo ao longo do tempo nas instituições e entre pesquisadores de diversas áreas do conhecimento. O impacto sobre a vida social e a troca de conhecimento na produção cientifica levam à integração desses atores, estreitando laços e estimulando pesquisas. O objetivo deste estudo foi verificar a formação de redes sociais na produção científica da Revista ADMpg Gestão Estratégica. A população da pesquisa compreendeu os artigos publicados no período entre 2010 e 2014. Os testes para verificar as ligações de redes sociais adotados neste estudo foram realizados por meio dos softwares Sociais Network Analysis - UCINET 6.531, Network Visualization Program – Netdraw 2.153, Wordlenet e Microsoft Office Excel 2010. Os resultados demonstram que as instituições com maior grau de centralidade foram: a Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná (UTFPR), a Universidade Federal do Paraná (UFPR), seguida pela Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná (UNIOESTE). Essas universidades ocupam papel de destaque na inter-relação e na intermediação dos autores, criando laços com outras instituições para cooperação e difusão do conhecimento. O período com maior interação dos coautores foi o ano de 2012. Entretanto, tais implicações levam a concluir que a cooperação entre os atores dessa rede expõe fracas ligações e conexões esparsas, decorrentes do restrito número de ligações e de grupos isolados de agentes.
Análisis del entorno competitivo en el que operan las mipymes del sector manufacturero en Ecuador
Authors: Solano Solano Javier , Camino Mogro Segundo , Alvarado Sánchez María Isabel
Published: June 2018

Analizar el ambiente competitivo en el que operan las MIPYMES de la industria manufacturera del Ecuador mediante el paradigma Estructura-Conducta-Resultado ayuda a comprender el nivel de competencia del mercado, para esto se utilizan indicadores de concentración como Cr4, Cr8, Herfindahl – Hirschman y número equivalente, se estudian los 24 subsectores manufactureros en los años 2014 y 2015 a través de los estados financieros proporcionados por la Superintendencia de Compañías. Se encuentra que cinco actividades manufactureras son consideradas altamente concentradas y justamente esas cinco actividades poseen la menor cantidad de MIPYMES, algo contrario ocurre en los sectores no concentrados, en donde existen una mayor cantidad de MIPYMES. Se sugieren políticas públicas como evitar las fusiones y adquisiciones entre empresas que lleguen a ocupar el 30% de la cuota total del mercado; multas a las barreras de entradas a nuevas empresas como una disminución de precios hasta el costo medio total.
DAMPAK LIBERALISASI TARIF IMPOR PADA INVESTASI TEKNOLOGI PERUSAHAAN MANUFAKTUR INDONESIA
Authors: Ekaningtyas Diah , Adrison Vid
Published: June 2018

Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis dampak penurunan tarif impor pada investasi teknologi perusahaan manufaktur di Indonesia. Sampel penelitian ini adalah seluruh sektor industri manufaktur menengah besar (IBS) tahun 2003-2014. Pengujian hipotesis menggunakan pendekataan ekonometri dengan metode regresi tobit. Secara teori, liberalisasi tarif dapat meningkatkan atau menurunkan investasi teknologi. Perbedaan tingkat efisiensi (gap teknologi) perusahaan yang menyebabkan respon perusahaan terhadap liberalisasi tarif berbeda-beda. Ketika gap teknologi perusahaan di dalam negeri dengan frontier kecil maka peningkatan kompetisi mendorong investasi teknologi. Akan tetapi, ketika gap teknologinya besar maka secara teori terdapat dua kemungkinan yaitu menurunkan atau meningkatkan investasi teknologi. Indonesia merupakan negara berkembang di mana rata-rata tingkat efisiensinya kecil, sehingga di duga gap teknologi perusahaan manufaktur di Indonesia dibandingkan frontier-nya besar. Berdasarkan hasil regresi diketahui semakin besar penurunan tarif semakin tinggi investasi teknologi yang dilakukan. Selain itu, terbukti bahwa perusahaan dengan gap teknologi yang kecil memiliki investasi teknologi yang lebih besar dibandingkan perusahaan dengan gap teknologi yang besar. Perusahaan dengan gap teknologi yang besar melakukan investasi teknologi hanya untuk bertahan.
THE MEDIATING ROLE OF SATISFACTION TOWARD REMUNERATION SYSTEM: POS RELATED TO PERFORMANCE
Authors: Sawitri Hunik Sri Runing , Wahyuni Salamah , Suprapti Anastasia Riani , Mayasari Desy
Published: June 2018

This study aims to test the mediating role of satisfaction toward remuneration system on the effect of supervisor support on performance. This study is conducted to 298 people who work as academic staff and administrative staffs. The samples are selected using stratified random sampling. It is hypothesized that, 1) supervisor support affects the satisfaction toward remuneration system, 2) satisfaction toward remuneration system affects employee performance, 3) supervisor support affects employee performance, and 4) satisfaction toward remuneration system mediates the effect of supervisor support on employee performance. The result of regression analysis shows that supervisor support positively and significantly affects satisfaction toward remuneration system. Satisfaction toward remuneration system has positive and significant effect on performance, but supervisor support has no significant effect on performance. The testing on mediation effect shows that satisfaction toward remuneration system fully mediates the effect of supervisor support on employee performance.
Study of hedonistic lifestyles based on sexes and cultural background (students of batak and minang culture)
Authors: Ritonga Ristra Sandra , Fadlil Muhammad , Prasetia Agung Tri , Affani Muhammad Rifat
Published: June 2018

This research aims at investigating the varieties of hedonistic lifestyles adopted by university students based on their sexes and cultural backgrounds. Culture is referred to in this research is the culture of Batak and Minang culture. The formulation to the problem for this research is there any difference in the lifestyle of hedonism in terms of gender and culture. This research method using descriptive quantitative. Sample for this study where students numbered 80 people. Data collection techniques in this study using questionnaires about the behavior of hedonism. Data were analyzed using t-test. Based on testing and data analysis significance level of <0.005. Namely, the hedonistic lifestyle in terms of gender has the significance of 0.000, and the lifestyle of hedonism in terms of culture has a significance of 0.005. This means that there are differences in terms hedonistic lifestyle of sex and Minang and Batak culture at the level of students.
Training on matrix model value clarification technique approach in PKn-IPS learning for elementary school teachers in Talawi Sawahlunto sub-district
Authors: Reinita Reinita
Published: June 2018

The VCT approach can foster student’s awareness of critical thinking through clarification and test the truth of values. In practice of learning sometimes teachers ignore the guidance of attitudes and character values. This is caused by lack of teacher’s skills to implement the learning approach in learning Civics and Social Science. So that impact to low student character and student unready to face competition globally. The purposes of this training are to increase insight and train teachers in Talawi to apply VCT approach model matrix in Civics and Social Science lesson, in order to improve the student’s character. The targets are elementary school teachers in Talawi (20 people). The method in this training consists of Lecture Method, Question and Answer, Discussions, used to describe the material, encouraging active participation of teachers, selecting material to be designed with steps of VCT model matrix. Recitation Method for training teachers to designing RPP with VCT matrix. Simulation Method to train teachers to implement Civics and Social Science learning with VCT model matrix. The results are teachers in Talawi can understand, design-implement, improve their skills in implementing Civics and Social Science with VCT matrix model that can influence the improvement of student’s character values.
The Role of Bamus in Nagari Development
Authors: Lila Yesi , Fatmariza Fatmariza , Hasan Helmi
Published: June 2018

The purpose of this research is to analyze the implementation of the role of the Consultative Body (Bamus) and identify the factors that influence the implementation of the role of the Consultative Body (Bamus) in the construction of Nagari Pilubang. The type of research used is descriptive research with qualitative approach by using observation technique, interview and documentation study. The results show that the implementation of the role of members of Bamus in nagari development has not been optimal, it can be seen from the unfinished implementation of legislative function, budget function, supervision function and the function of accommodating and channeling the aspirations of the community. This is due to several factors including the limited human resources of the members of Bamus Nagari, the lack of cooperation, communication and coordination between each member of Bamus, the lack of cooperation and communication between Bamus and the nagari government, KAN and other nagari institutions in terms of official, trial based on provisions that have been established and the last lack of confidence and courage members Bamus in conveying his opinion in public.
Pengembangan Bahan Ajar Tematik Berbasis Nilai-Nilai Budaya Melayu Di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Putra Elpri Darta , Marhamah Marhamah , Ramadan Zaka Hadikusuma
Published: June 2018

Penelitian ini didasari oleh keingintahuan peneliti tentang bahan ajar yang ada di sekolah dasar apakah sudah mengintegrasikan nilai-nilai budaya melayu kedalam bahan ajar. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah 1) mengetahui bahan ajar tematik yang sudah ada di sekolah dasar kelas IV apakah sudah berbasis nilai-nilai budaya melayu; 2) mengetahui apakah perlu dikembangkan bahan ajar tematik berbasis nilai-nilai budaya melayu di SD kelas IV. Metode penelitian menggunakan model pengembangan model 4-D. Namun pada penelitian hanya dibatasi pada tahap pendefinisian (define) melalui tiga tahap; 1) analisis kebutuhan; 2) analisis kurikulum; dan 3) analisis siswa. Instrumen yang digunakan yaitu obsrvasi dan pedoman wawancara. Analisis data menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian diperoleh gambaran bahwa perlunya dikembangkan sebuah bahan ajar tematik berbasis nilai-nilai budaya melayu untuk siswa kelas IV SD. Karena bahan ajar yang selama ini digunakan belum ada satupun yang berbasis nilai-nilai budaya melayu. Padahal dengan pembelajaran yang saat ini harus berorientasi dengan kerafian lokal seharusnya dalam pembelajaran memasukkan nilai-nilai budaya dalam hal ini adalah bahan ajar yang digunakan dalam pembelajaran. Bahan ajar yang ada saat ini dan digunakan oleh guru terkesan membosankan bagi siswa, ketertarikan siswa untuk membaca bahan ajar terlihat kurang dan kesannya siswa kurang semangat dalam belajar. Hal ini disebabkan karena kurang menariknya bahan ajar yang ada saat ini bagi siswa. Ada beberapa hal yang perlu diperhatikan dalam pengembangan bahan ajar yaitu pemilihan warna, jenis dan ukuran huruf, gambar yang menarik, dan pemilihan materi yang sesuai dengan karakteristik siswa.
The contribution of work motivation and school work climate on school counselor performance
Authors: Lisnanora Lisnanora , Yusuf A Muri , M Sufyarma
Published: June 2018

This study originated from research findings and interviews with several people teacher guidance and counseling in SMP South Coastal District which revealed that the performance of teacher guidance and counseling have not described a success made in carrying out their duties and responsibilities, one of them in implementing the guidance and counseling program in schools. The success of guidance and counseling teacher performance can be affected byfactors. Some of these factors is the work motivation and school work climate. There fore, researcher wanted to describe: (1) the performance of guidance and counseling teachers, work motivation, and school work climate, (2) the contribution of work motivation on guidance and counseling teacher performance, (3) contribution of school work climate to the guidance and counseling teacher  performance, and (4) the contribution of work motivation and school work climate on guidance and counseling teacher performance. This study was quantitative research with correlational method. The population research were all counseling teachers at SMP Payakumbuh City whose S.1 guidance and counseling educational background totaling 40 people, the sample were 40 people were selected by total sampling technique. The instrument that was used in this research was the Likert scale. Data were analyzed with simple regression and multiple regression. The findings showed that: (1) in average, the performance of teachers' guidance and counseling are in good enough category, the work motivatio non high category, and school work climate are in good enough, (2) there is contribution of work motivation on teacher performance guidance and counseling 20.8% (r= 0.457. significance 0.003), (3) contribution of school work climate on guidance and counseling teacher performance amounted to 10.72% (r= 0.327, significance 0.039), and 4) there is a contribution of work motivation and school work climate together on teacher performance guidance and counseling were 27% (R= 0.520, significance 0.003). The study results representan input forguidance and counseling teacher, and teachers further enhance employe school work climate and performancein performing their duties and responsibilities as teacher guidance and counseling in school.
The effect of employee professionalism, employee motivation and effectiveness of technology information on service population and civil registration on agam regency
Authors: B Masnaidi , Syamsir Syamsir , Lanin Dasman
Published: June 2018

The study aimsto determine: 1) Howinfluence the professionalism of employee to the effectiveness of service in civil registry in Agam Regency. 2). How influence the work motivation to the effectiveness of service? 3) how influence the technology information to the effectiveness of service? 4) how much influence the professionalism, the work motivation and the information of technology employee to the effectiveness of service?The research method used is correlational qualitative method and 42 employees of civil registry as a population and 38 employes as sampel. The data analysis used is regression analysis and corelation.The finding sindicate that:1)Professionalisms of employee have a positive and significant effect on the effectiveness of service with a magnitude of 26,0%. 2)Work motivation has 36.6%positive and influence on the effectiveness service 3) the technology of information partially has 31.2%. positive andeffect on the effectivenessservice 4).Simultaneously significant influences employee professionalism, work motivation and information technology on the effectiveness service.at at 56.6%.
Development of Integrated Learning Model of Islamic Education Subject and Student Self Control
Authors: Demina Demina , Effendi Z Mawardi , Ananda Azwar , Darmansyah Darmansyah
Published: June 2018

This research title is the development of integrated learning model of Islamic education subject (PAI) and student self control. The problem of the research is in the orientation of knowledge, the meaning of learning process is still less optimal which is characterized by the weakness of student character. The result of learning process and student study’s value do not success to internalize inside the student. PAI learning process in Madrasah Ibtidayah the method of Teacher Centered still dominates the school. PAI is presented in partial and it is should be not in holistic and integration. Developing research method with ADDIE consists of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Syntax model which is developed by ISLAMIC (Information, Synergy, Learning, Active, reminding Model, and Continue). By the instructional effect hoped that the student intelligent increasing and has strong spiritual religious, self control and well behavior. The nurturant effect from this research was the realization of learning process meaning. This integrated study is hoped that the students are able to link one topic to the other subjects. Characters value inside the material expected to be applied in students’ life later on. The result of analysis development model with Aiken validation book model, teacher book and student book showed that the product was valid. The product of book model practicality. Teacher book and student book resulted practical product. Product effectiveness increased the study result and students self control.
The effect of using quantum teaching and motivation in learning toward students achievement
Authors: Lenny Zaroha , Firman Firman , Desyandri Desyandri
Published: June 2018

This research is conducted based on low learning outcomes of students especially on science subjects.This research is conducted based on low learning outcomes of students especially on science subjects.The low learning outcomes of studentThe low learning outcomes of studentcan not be separated from the learning process that lasted for this.can not be separated from the learning process that lasted for this.One effort to overcome these problems is by usingthe Quantum Teaching strategy in learning.One effort to overcome these problems is by usingthe Quantum Teaching strategy in learning.The purpose of this study is to reveal the influence of Quantum Teaching strategy and students'motivation to increase the learning outcomes of science.The purpose of this study is to reveal the influence of Quantum Teaching strategy and students'motivation to increase the learning outcomes of science.This research used Quasi Experiment with 2x2 factorial design.This research used Quasi Experiment with 2x2 factorial design.The population in this study were students of class V at Gugus 1 Kecamatan Padang Barat Kota Padang.The population in this study were students of class V at Gugus 1 District of Padang Barat Kota Padang.The sample of this research was chosen by simple random sampling technique.The sample of this research was chosen by simple random sampling technique.Research data obtained from the results of test and questionnaire about students'motivation.Research data obtained from the results of test and questionnaire about students'motivation.Data analysis was done by using t-test technique.Data analysis was done by using t-test technique.The results showed that the science outcomes of students who were taught with Quantum Teaching strategies were better than the students who were taught by using conventional strategy.The results showed that the science outcomes of students who were taught with Quantum Teaching strategies were better than the students who were taught by using conventional strategy. Learning outcomes of students with high motivation who were taught with Quantum Teaching strategies are better than highly motivated learners taught by conventional strategy. The same thing shown that low-motivated learners who taught with Quantum Teaching strategies are better than low-motivated learners taught by conventional learning strategy.
Pengaruh Gaya Eksplorasi Dan Gaya Komando Terhadap Keterampilan dasar bolavoli (Studi Ekperimen di SMA Bukit Barisan)
Authors: Andi Marta Ibnu , Syafruddin Syafruddin , Eri Barlianeri
Published: June 2018

This study aimedat observing the effect of eksploration style and command styletoward volleyball basic skills achievement.  Type of the research wasquasi-experimental(Quasy experiment). The population of this study are high school students of Bukit Barisan class X and XI who follow extracurricular activities of volleyball at least eighty student, while the sample in this study is 20 male students using total sampling technique. The instrument used in this study was a basic bolavoli skill test. Data were analyzed by using t-test (dependent sample and Independent sample) The results ofdata analysisshow that:(1) There are influences eksploration style which significantly to the volleyball basic skills in Students Senior High School Bukit Barisan  be obtained the value of t count = 5,61 > t table = 2,26, (2) There are influences command style which significantly to the volleyball basic skills in Students Senior High School Bukit Barisan be obtained the value of t count = 5,93 > t table = 2,26,(3) Eksploration style is more better than series of command style to the volleyball basic skills in Students Senior High School Bukit Barisan be obtained the value of t count = 1,99 > t table = 1,76. The usage exploration method is better than command methode.
Lembar Kerja Peserta Didik Berbasis Kegiatan Transaksi Kewirausahaan Materi Sistem Persamaan Linier Dua Variabel
Authors: Supardi Novitasari , Rinaldi Achi , Rakhmawati M Rosida
Published: June 2018

This study aims to produce products in the form of LKPD SPLDV material, and Know the response of educators to LKPD on SPLDV material. The method of this research is Research and Development (R & D) based on ADDIE model Stages performed only from stage 1 to stage 5 that is from analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation. The result of the material expert test on the content quality aspect obtained the average score of 3.67 with very good criteria, on the aspect of the accuracy of the scope obtained the average score of 3,167 with good criteria. Expert test media on LKPD size aspect got the average score 4 very interesting, skin design aspect LKPD got average score 3,66 with the good criterion, design aspect of LKPD got average score 3,4167 with good criterion. Expert tests obtained an average score of 3.22 with good criteria. In the small group trial of students in the attractiveness, test obtained an average score of 3.57 with interesting criteria, large group trials of students in the attractiveness test obtained an average score of 3.56 with interesting criteria. From some of the above data, it can be concluded that LKPD developed into good criteria and get a good response for the learners.
Media Pembelajaran Matematika Berbasis Kartun untuk Menurunkan Kecemasan Siswa
Authors: Maharani Maghfira , Supriadi Nanang , Widiyastuti Rany
Published: June 2018

This research  aims to developing a cartoon-based mathematics learning media to reduce students' anxiety. The resulting product is a cartoon-based mathematics learning media using macromedia flash software for grade VII students of  SMP on social arithmetic material. This research uses  4D research and development method,  proposed  by Thiagarajan consisting of  4 stages: (1) define or define; (2) design or design; (3) develop or development  and (4) disseminate or  disseminate.  Researchers  use qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques. This research uses data collection techniques which are based on a questionnaire in the form of Likert scale for student response and student anxiety. The result of the research is a cartoon-based mathematics learning media which is suitable for learning media to decrease students' anxiety.  The feasibility of  instructional media resulting from material experts and media experts is valid and worthy of use as a medium of learning. The students’ response to the learning media obtained in  small  group test  is very interesting with the average  score  of  3.52. In the large group test obtained, the criteria of attractiveness is very interesting with an average score of 3.41. Levels of students’anxiety after the use of learning media have decreased, ie in the high anxiety category it has decreased from 41% to 0%, in the medium anxiety category it has decreased fom 35% to 24%, in the low anxiety category it has changed from 24% to 76%.
Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal Üniversitesi Araştırma Alanları Topraklarının Bazı Fiziksel ve Kimyasal Özelliklerinin Belirlenmesi
Authors: SÖNMEZ Ferit , GÜLSER Füsun , KARACA Siyami , GÖKKAYA Tuğba Hasibe
Published: June 2018

Bu çalışmada Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal
Üniversitesine ait Araştırma ve Deneme alanı topraklarının bazı fiziksel ve
kimyasal özellikleri ile besin elementi içeriklerinin belirlenmesi
amaçlanmıştır. Çalışma alanında 0-20 cm ve 20-40 cm derinlikten alınan 30 adet
toprak örneğinde yapılan analizler sonucunda toprakların büyük bir kısmının tınlı
bünyeli olduğu, pH’larının hafif asidik ile hafif alkali arasında değiştiği,
genel olarak tuzsuz, çok az kireçli ile çok fazla kireçli arasında kireç
içeriklerine sahip oldukları tespit edilmiştir. Organik madde içeriklerinin
yüzey toprak örneklerinde orta ve yeter seviyelerde olduğu belirlenmiştir.
Toprakların yarayışlı fosfor ve alınabilir potasyum bakımından çok fazla
sınıfında yer aldığı, mikro besin elementlerinden yarayışlı çinko içeriklerinin
noksan, diğer mikro besin elementlerinin yeter ve fazla sınır değerleri
içerinde yer aldıkları bulunmuştur.
The Factors That Affecting the Product Purchasing Decision Through Online Shopping By Students of Surabaya State University
Authors: Edwar Muhammad , Agustin Diansari Rizki Ayu , Fahmi Winawati Nur
Published: June 2018

The internet technology made information can be obtained from all over the world regardless of time and geographical limits for its connected by a global computer system, it can encourage people to make product purchasing decisions through online shopping. This study aims to determine the factors that influence product purchasing decisions through online shopping. This research method is confirmatoring factor analysis. Data were collected through observation, interviews, questionnaires and documentation. Questionnaire included 125 respondents who have made a purchasing products through online by the marketplace with a minimum of twice purchases. The results showed that the factors that influence the product purchasing decisions through online there are trust, price, and time.