bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Implementasi Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam Berbasis Digital pada SD Muhammadiyah Bojonggede Bogor
Authors: Tholkhah Imam , Norman Efrita , Nadiah Nadiah
Published: November 2022

The development of science and technology (science and technology) is a challenge for Islamic education, especially when faced with the era of globalization which has been able to  cover the distance and  time between  various  countries  in  the  exchange of information and knowledge, especially in the field of Islamic education. The  purpose  of  this  study is  to  describe  and  analyze  (1)  digital-based  PAI learning planning, (2) digital media-based PAI learning implementation, (3) supporting and inhibiting factors in digital-based learning at SD Muhammadiyah Bojonggede. This study uses a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation. Data were analyzed through data collection, data condensation, data presentation and drawing conclusions. Checking the validity of the data includes triangulation and membercheck techniques. The results of the study show that 1) learning planning that refers to the syllabus set by the government (dikbud) and PAI teachers are active in developing lesson plans, digital media-based learning planning is a learning design that utilizes technology as a learning medium with a teaching strategy that is centered on students, 2)   SD   Muhammadiyah   Bojonggede   has   implemented   various   learning   models including: (1) discovery learning; and (2) problem based learning and inquiring and implementation of teaching and learning activities in the classroom have used various digital-based learning media, 3) Supporting factors include the role of teachers who master the competence of managing digital-based learning which is the main key to digital success and inhibiting factors in the online learning process sometimes the signal is not good, the limitations of students who have android cellphones and the absence of quotas besides that are difficulties in dealing with differences in the characteristics of students

Keywords: Digital-Based PAI Learning Implementation
Pengaruh Kepemimpinan Transformasional Kepala Sekolah dan Iklim Organisasi Sekolah terhadap Produktivitas Sekolah: Studi Kasus di SMPI Nuurushshibyan (YAPIN) Cileungsi
Authors: Norman Efrita , Dzulfikar Dzulfikar , Sarta Sarta
Published: November 2022

The problem of education in Indonesia still requires extra attention, both in terms of government policies and internal problems at the school level. The school as an organization is led by a principal who is authorized to apply a certain leadership style for the realization of the school's goals. To achieve the goals of national education and realize the vision of the school, factors are needed that can be successful ranging from leadership, educators, staff, infrastructure, work climate and several factors in it. So that the objectives of this study are: (1) To analyze how much influence the principal's transformational leadership has on school productivity at SMPI Nuurushshibyan Cileungsi; (2) To analyze how much influence the school organizational climate has on school productivity at SMPI Nuurushshibyan Cileungsi; (3) To analyze how much influence the principal's transformational leadership and climate school organization of school productivity at SMPI Nuurshshibyan Cileungsi. This research uses a quantitative approach, using a descriptive study method, which is a method directed at solving problems by explaining or describing what the results of the study are, all populations are made into samples so that they are called saturated samples. The results of this study are; (1) The influence of transformational principal leadership on productivity was highly influential by 36.4%; (b) The organizational climate has a 34.5% influence on school productivity; and (c) For transformational principal leadership and the school's organizational climate both have a 72% effect on school productivity.

Keywords: Transformational Principal leadership, organizational climate and school productivity.
KREATIF DAN INOVATIF UNTUK MERAIH SUKSES USAHA
Authors: Wahyuningsih Endang Sri , Rokhayati Isnaeni
Published: November 2022

Tujuan pengabdian ini bagi pemilik Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah, di Desa Kandangwangi, Kecamatan Wanadadi, Kabupaten Banjarnegara adalah meningkatkan pemahaman dan kemampuan pemilik usaha dan karyawan dalam mengelola keuangan kegiatan usahanya, mendorong pemilik usaha agar mampu berperan produktif dalam mengoptimalkan kapasitas produksinya dan menghasilkan produk olahan yang beragam sehingga mampu menghasilkan produk yang dapat digunakan untuk memenuhi permintaan atau kebutuhan konsumen. Metode pendekatan berupa penyuluhan terstruktur, tanya jawab dan peninjauan lapangan terkait strategi pengembangan usaha inovatif dan pentingnya peningkatan kreatifitas, pola pikir untuk menuju sukses usaha. Hasil pengabdian menunjukan terjadi peningkatan pemahaman dan kemampuan pemilik usaha dan karyawan dalam pengelolaan kegiatan usahanya sehinggga pelaksanaan kegiatan usaha dapat tertata dengan baik. Disamping itu, pemilik usaha dan karyawan mampu mengoptimalkan kapasitas produksi dan menghasilkan produk yang bervariasi, sehingga produk yang dihasilkan dapat memenuhi permintaan atau kebutuhan konsumen.

Kata kunci : Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah, Pengelolaan Keuangan, Inovasi Produk
PENGUATAN EKONOMI DENGAN PENERAPAN HIDROPONIK
Authors: Wahyuningsih Endang Sri , Sundari Sri
Published: November 2022

Tujuan pengabdian bagi masyarakat di Desa Kutaliman, Kecamatan Kedungbanteng, Kabupaten Banyumas adalah meningkatkan peran ibu-ibu rumah agar mampu berperan produktif dalam mengelola keuangan rumah tangga konsumen melalui pemanfaatan lahan pekarangan rumah dengan optimal sehingga menghasilkan produk berupa tanaman hidroponik yang dapat dimanfaatkan oleh seluruh anggota rumah tangga dan meminimalisir belanja rumah tangga konsumen dari aspek kebutuhan pangan. Metode yang digunakan berupa penyuluhan, tanya jawab, dan pelatihan. Materi penyuluhan dalam pengabdian ini tentang kesadaran dalam pengelolaan keuangan rumah tangga dan pentingnya budidaya tanaman hidroponik sebagai alternatif penguatan ekonomi. Hasil pengabdian pada masyarakat menunjukkan bahwa peserta penyuluhan cukup antusias dan bersemangat dalam mengikuti penyuluhan dan mampu meningkatkan pengetahuan dan pemahaman masyarakat tentang pentingnya mengoptimalkan pemanfaatan lahan pekarangan rumah sehingga menghasilkan produk yang dapat dimanfaatkan oleh seluruh anggota rumah tangga dan meminimalisir belanja rumah tangga konsumen dari aspek kebutuhan pangan.

Kata kunci : Pengelolaan Keuangan, Hidroponik, Penguatan Ekonomi
PENINGKATAN KAPASITAS PRODUKSI DAN SUMBERDAYA MANUSIA PADA INDUSTRI PEYEK AL RUMI
Authors: Purnomo Sodik Dwi , Retnowati Diah , Jati Damar
Published: November 2022

Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah memiliki peran yang signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi negara. Tingginya jumlah Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah di Indonesia tidak terlepas dari berbagai tantangan serta kondisi pandemi Covid-19 yang mendorong perubahan pada pola konsumsi barang dan jasa yang menjadi momentum untuk mengakselerasi transformasi digital. Tujuan pendampingan untuk meningkatkan kapasitas produksi dan kualitas sumber daya manusia pada Industri Peyek Al Rumi di Desa Banjarparakan Kecamatan Rawalo Kabupaten Banyumas. Metode yang dilakukan berupa pelatihan dan pendampingan dengan materi penyuluhan tentang peningkatan kapasitas produksi dan labeling pada produk, peningkatan kualitas dan produktivitas sumber daya manusia pada pelaku usaha, pemanfaatan teknologi tepat guna dalam meningkatkan kapasitas produksi. Hasil pengabdian menunjukkan bahwa terjadinya peningkatan dan pengembangan jenis, bentuk dan ukuran produk sehingga berdampak pada peningkatan penjualan dan keuntungan. Selain itu, pelaku usaha dan karyawan memahami tentang pentingnya upgrade ilmu pengetahuan tentang kegiatan produksi, sehingga diharapkan kapasitas produksi akan semakin meningkat.

Kata kunci : Kapasitas Produksi, Sumber Daya Manusia, UMKM.
PELATIHAN KEWIRAUSAHAAN BAGI IBU-IBU PEMBERDAYAAN KESEJAHTERAAN KELUARGA
Authors: Retnowati Diah , Winarto Hari , Purnomo Sodik Dwi
Published: November 2022

Rendahnya jumlah pelaku usaha di Indonesia disinyalir karena berwirausaha dianggap sebagai profesi yang kurang menjanjikan dan perlu waktu lama untuk bisa menjadi orang yang sukses dalam berwirausaha. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian oleh tim pengabdian Fakultas Ekonomika dan Bisnis Program Studi Ekonomi Pembangunan Universitas Wijayakusuma Purwokerto adalah masyarakat dapat memahami dan menerapkan cara meningkatkan pendapatan rumah tangga dengan memulai usaha baru maupun melakukan inovasi dalam usaha yang sudah ada. Metode pendekatan yang dilakukan dalam kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah presentasi tatap muka dengan materi terkait upaya meningkatkan pendapatan rumah tangga, memulai usaha kecil, dan pentingnya inovasi dalam kewirausahaan. Hasil pengabdian pada masyarakat di Desa Kebutuhduwur Kecamatan Pagedongan Kabupaten Banjarnegara menunjukkan bahwa masyarakat khususnya ibu-ibu pemberdayaan kesejahteraan keluarga mampu memahami upaya meningkatkan pendapatan rumah tangga, memulai usaha baru maupun inovasi dalam kewirausahaan. Selain itu, masyarakat dapat memulai usaha baru dan berinovasi dalam kewirausahaan sehingga dapat meningkatkan pendapatan rumah tangga.

Kata kunci : Pendapatan Rumah Tangga, Inovasi Kewirausahaan
SUMBER DAYA MANUSIA UNGGUL DI ERA DIGITALISASI
Authors: Sumantri P Edi , Nirmala Nirmala
Published: November 2022

Saat ini Sumber Daya Manusia harus memiliki pola dan sikap kerja yang sebelumnya lamban dan enggan keluar dari zona nyaman harus di ubah menjadi pola yang cepat, terukur, tepat dan berani menghadapi tantangan serta perubahan yang disebabkan karena berkembangnya teknologi, informasi dan komunikasi. Tujuan diselenggarakannya kegiatan pengabdian ini untuk memberikan pengetahuan tentang Sumber Daya Manusia yang unggul di era digitalisasi serta memberikan pengetahuan tentang pentingnya strategi pemasaran, memberikan pelatihan packaging, labeling dan digital marketing untuk para pelaku Usaha Mikro, Kecil dan Menengah di Desa Kedungwangi Kecamatan Wanadadi Kabupaten Banjarnegara. Metode kegiatan berupa penyuluhan dan pendampingan dengan materi tentang diseminasi Sumber Daya Unggul di era digitalisasi dan pengenalan serta penerapan teknologi aplikasi marketing digital. Hasil pengabdian diharapkan dapat memotivasi dan menciptakan Sumber Daya Masyarakat yang unggul di era digitalisasi untuk memahami pengetahuan tentang pentingnya strategi pemasaran, memberikan pelatihan packaging, labeling dan digital marketing untuk Usaha Mikro, Kecil dan Menengah dan dapat diterima serta di respon dengan baik oleh peserta pengabdian.                                                                                    

Kata kunci : Sumber Daya Manusia, Digital Marketing
PENINGKATAN KUALITAS KINERJA KARYAWAN MELALUI PROGRAM PELATIHAN DAN PENGEMBANGAN YANG TEPAT
Authors: Surveyandini Mayla , Zuhaena Fatwa
Published: November 2022

Karyawan merupakan aset bagi perusahaan, karena keberhasilan perusahaan dapat diraih karena adanya karyawan yang kompeten dalam perusahaan tersebut. Dengan kualitas kinerja yang baik dari karyawan akan memberikan efek yang positif pada karyawan maupun perusahaan itu sendiri. Pelatihan menjadi salah satu alat yang efektif untuk meningkatkan kemampuan karyawan dan juga laba perusahaan. Tujuan pengabdian untuk menambah pengetahuan dan pemahaman pentingnya kualitas kinerja karyawan melalui program pelatihan dan pengembangan yang tepat serta memberikan masukan dan menggali potensi diri karyawan untuk lebih siap dalam dunia kerja yang sesungguhnya sehingga diharapkan setelah mengikuti penyuluhan dapat lebih meningkatkan kualitasnya dengan lebih baik sehingga menghasilkan Sumber Daya Manusia yang profesional di masa yang akan datang. Metode yang dilakukan adalah presentasi disertai tanya jawab, pendampingan dan pengarahan tentang pelatihan dan pengembangan karyawan. Hasil pengabdian menunjukkan pentingnya meningkatkan pelatihan dan pengembangan diri dalam bentuk apapun agar menjadi tenaga kerja yang terampil dan profesional di bidangnya. Pelatihan atau training ini akan bermanfaat sekali bagi perusahaan maupun karyawannya. Dengan mengikuti sebuah training karyawan akan semakin bertambah pengetahuan dan kemampuannya sehingga perusahaan mampu untuk berkembang dan bersaing dengan kompetitornya.

Kata kunci : Kualitas Kinerja Karyawan, Pelatihan, Pengembangan
MENGELOLA BISNIS USAHA KECIL MENENGAH DI MASA PANDEMI
Authors: Cahyo Heru , Muntahanah Siti
Published: November 2022

The purpose of Community Service activities is to increase knowledge and improve skills in marketing products and managing finances for Small and Medium Enterprises to survive the pandemic in Srikandi Village, Purworejo Klampok District, Banjarnegara Regency. The method used in this service is counseling and question and answer for the community, especially Small and Medium Enterprises. The results of this community service activity, the community, especially Small and Medium Enterprises, can increase their knowledge and understanding of product marketing strategies and strategies for managing business finances. With this activity, the community is able to market products effectively and the community is able to manage finances in a disciplined manner so that the business performance can be monitored and developed properly. In addition, the need for assistance and motivation for Small and Medium Enterprises actors to continue to be creative in marketing products by utilizing existing technology.
PENGELOLAAN MODAL KERJA SEBAGAI SALAH SATU UPAYA UNTUK MENJAGA KEBERLANJUTAN USAHA
Authors: Harsuti Harsuti , Muntahanah Siti
Published: November 2022

Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang dilakukan oleh tim pengabdian Fakultas Ekonomika dan Bisnis Universitas Wijayakusuma Purwokerto adalah untuk membantu pelaku usahan kuliner pembuatan snack dalam mengelola modal kerjanya sehingga usaha yang dijalankan dapat berjalan keberlanjutannya dan dapat memperoleh keuntungan sehingga dapat mensejahterakan pemilik. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan di lingkungan usaha kuliner snack di Kelurahan Kalibakal Kecamatan Purwokero Selatan Kabupaten Banyumas. Motode pengabdian masyarakat yang digunakan adalah pendampingan dan diskusi terkait pentingnya pengelolaan modal kerja dan strategi dalam mengoptimalkan penggunaan modal kerja dalam menjalankan usaha. Hasil yang diperoleh dari kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat adalah adanya kesempatan bagi pelaku usaha untuk dapat mengembangkan usahanya, karena peluang pasar yang masih terbuka luas. Selain itu, diperlukan adanya pencatatan ataupun pengadministrasian kegiatan secara disiplin dalam membuat rencana penggunan modal kerja sehingga modal kerja yang digunakan secara efektif dan dapat mendorong usahanya dalam memperoleh keuntungan.

Kata kunci: Pengelolaan, Modal Kerja, Usaha
PEMBERDAYAAN USAHA EKONOMI PRODUKTIF DESA SUDIMARA
Authors: Pujiastuti Ratna , Muntahanah Siti
Published: November 2022

Tujuan adanya kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat adalah untuk membantu pelaku Usaha Ekonomi Produktif dalam pengelolaan Bank Sampah dalam menjalankan kegiatan operasionalnya, sehingga usaha yang dijalankan dapat berjalan keberlanjutan dan dapat memperoleh keuntungan sehingga dapat mensejahterakan pengurus usaha. Kegiatan ini diselenggarakan oleh tim pengabdian masyarakat Fakultas Ekonomika dan Bisnis Universitas Wijayakusuma Purwokerto di Desa Sudimara Kecamatan Cilongok Kabupaten Banyumas. Penyuluhan dan tanya jawab terkait pentingnya pengelolaan sampah rumah tangga dan strategi mengoptimalkan sampah menjadi nilai tambah merupakan metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan ini. Hasil pengabdian pada masyarakat adalah adanya kesempatan bagi masyarakat Desa Sudimara khususnya ibu-ibu rumah tangga dan karang taruna untuk dapat memanfaatkan sampah secara bijak. Selain itu, dibutuhkan kesadaran dan kedisiplinan masyarakat dalam mengelola sampah sehingga sampah dapat dimanfaatkan dan dapat digunakan sebagai bahan untuk membuat produk kerajinan yang bisa menghasilkan nilai tambah.

Kata kunci : Pemberdayaan, Usaha Ekonomi Produktif, Bank Sampah
PENGUASAAN TEKNOLOGI UNTUK MENUNJANG PROSES PEMBELAJARAN PADA MASA PANDEMI
Authors: Muntahanah Siti , Cahyo Heru
Published: November 2022

Tujuan kegiatan pengbdian kepada masyarakat ialah menambah pengetahuan, pemahaman serta meningkatkan ketrampilan didalam menggunakan media Zoom dan Google Meet sebagai media pendukung pembelajaran secara online sehingga proses pembelajaran dapat berjalan lancar. Metode pendekatan yang dilakukan dalam kegiatan ini adalah melakukan presentasi dan diskusi terkait penggunaan media zoom dan google meet, serta mendampingi dan melatih guru-guru dalam menggunakan media pembelajaran online. Kegiatan Karya Pengabdian ini dilaksanakan di Sekolah Menengah Pertama dan Sekolah Menengah Atas Kristen Purwokerto. Hasil kegiatan pengabdian adalah perlu adanya pengetahuan dan pemahaman tentang media teknologi yang dapat membantu dalam memberikan proses pembelajaran kelas secara online. Selain itu, perlu adanya pendampingan dan motivasi kepada para guru untuk terus kreatif dalam penggunaan teknologi yang mendukung proses pembelajaran dan untuk menciptakan suasana pembelajaran yang efektif walaupun pembelajaran secara daring.

Kata kunci: Pembelajaran, Teknologi, Zoom, Google Meet
PENGENALAN ONLINE MARKETPLACE
Authors: Danuta Krisnhoe Sukma , Murdijaningsih Tjahjani
Published: November 2022

Dalam rangka mendukung program pemerintah untuk mengonlinekan 8 juta Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah pada tahun 2020, tim pengabdian melaksanakan kegiatan yang bertujuan untuk mempersiapkan masyarakat desa dalam menghadapi persaingan perdagangan bebas dengan memanfaatkan media digital dalam mengembangkan usahanya. Metode pendekatan yang dilakukan adalah presentasi dengan tatap muka dan diskusi terkait pengenalan dan akuntansi pada online marketplace. Kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat dilaksanakan di Desa Gembong, Kecamatan Bojongsari, Kabupaten Purbalingga, Jawa Tengah. Hasil pengabdian menunjukkan peserta pengabdian memiliki ketertarikan dan minat yang cukup tinggi untuk dapat memasarkan produk-produk melalui online marketplace. Selain itu, para pelaku Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah perlu memaksimalkan pemanfaatan teknologi agar dapat bersaing dan masih banyak pelaku usaha yang belum memiliki dasar pengetahuan akuntansi sesuai standar akuntansi yang berlaku.

Kata kunci: Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah, Online Marketplace
Aseguramiento de la Calidad en la Educación Superior, un debate que sigue pendiente
Authors: Valenzuela Lida , Barrios Cresencia
Published: November 2022

El trabajo analiza los principales ejes orientadores del Aseguramiento de la Calidad en la Educación Superior. Se hizo necesario para contextualizar los principales elementos que la convergen. El objetivo de este estudio fue analizar los conceptos, principios y estrategias de los mecanismos de aseguramiento de la calidad que permiten mejorar la gestión de los actores académicos para responder a las nuevas demandas de una sociedad en cambio. La metodología adoptó la investigación bibliográfica, los materiales fueron obtenidos por medio del portal CICCO y de Google Académico. Se logró identificar los beneficios y los procesos necesarios para la instalación y el funcionamiento efectivo de un sistema interno de la calidad de las IES. Cabe resaltar la necesidad de mayor reflexión, investigación y evaluación de los diferentes mecanismos ya sean internos o externos tendientes al fortalecimiento de una cultura evaluativa como una de las acciones claves de la gestión del gobierno universitario.
Genetic Diversity and Population Connectivity of the Greenblotch Parrotfish (Scarus quoyi Valenciennes, 1840) within Southern Mindanao Inferred from Mitochondrial 16S rRNA
Authors: Labrador Kevin , Fortaleza Maybelle , Cabasan Joey , Elumba Merlene , Nañola Cleto
Published: November 2022

A genetic assessment was done on the greenblotch parrotfish (Scarus quoyi Valenciennes, 1840) in three bays within southern Mindanao, Philippines. Mitochondrial 16S rRNA recovered 12 haplotypes, one of which was dominant in all sites. Despite the reported phenotypic variation from previous assessments, there was neither evidence of genetic structure (global Φst = 0.012, p = 0.13) nor isolation by distance (r = 0.05, p = 0.50). Genetic diversity was also low (Hglobal = 0.472; πglobal = 0.13%), with ~ 77% of haplotype diversity accounted for with just 69 samples. While connectivity suggests continuous larval exchange within southern Mindanao owing to the species’ high dispersal potential, low genetic diversity implies reduced effective population size, probably due to recent bottlenecks (e.g. overfishing, habitat destruction). Although this study provides baseline genetic information on the local population, inferences are considerably limited by the genetic marker used and the spatial scale under investigation. A thorough understanding of the population will be possible if the entire habitat range of the species is assessed using markers with high resolving power, such as the hypervariable mitochondrial control region, microsatellites, or genome-wide single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs).
Food Safety of Thailand’s Pineapples, Bananas, and Dragon Fruits from Pesticide Contamination: a Study Using GC-MS Analysis
Authors: Wanwimolruk Chonthicha , Wanwimolruk Sompon , Kuaykaimuk Kansuda , Buddhaprom Jaruwat , Saenserm Phumrapee , Soikham Saowalak
Published: November 2022

Pesticides are used extensively in agriculture, raising issues about food safety. Currently, consumers are notably concerned by pesticide contamination when eating fruits and vegetables. Food safety information on certain produce is important to encourage consumers to eat more fruits and vegetables. This study’s purpose was to determine whether three commonly consumed Thai fruits – pineapple, banana, and dragon fruit – are safe to eat. The effectiveness of peeling as a method to remove pesticide residues was also investigated. The monitoring of pesticide residues for these three fruits purchased from markets in Thailand was done by determining the pesticide contents of collected fruit samples by GC-MS analysis. The detection rate of pesticide residues was very high at 96% in both the pineapple and dragon fruit samples studied. On the other hand, the detection rate of pesticide residues in the banana samples was more moderate at 26%. The number of samples that were found to have residues that exceeded the maximum residue limits (MRL) was also considerably high. In the case of the pineapple and dragon fruit samples, 96 and 70% of them had residues that exceeded the MRL respectively. Only 9% of the banana samples had pesticide residues that exceeded the MRL. These findings indicate that the extent of pesticide contamination in pineapples and dragon fruits is greater than that observed in the banana samples. After the process of peeling, the pesticide residues were significantly reduced in all three fruits. This suggests the pesticide residues reside mostly in the peel of pineapple, banana, and dragon fruit. Therefore, in practice, it is safe to eat pineapple, banana, and dragon fruit in Thailand because these fruits are always served without their peel.
Biological Activity of Indigenous Selected Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria Isolates and their Ability to Improve the Growth Traits of Shallot (Allium ascalonicum L.)
Authors: Yanti Yulmira , Hamid Hasmiandy , Nurbailis Nurbailis , Suriani Ni Luh
Published: November 2022

The bacterial leaf blight is the primary disease and causes a significant loss of shallot yield in West Sumatera, Indonesia. Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) is essential in suppressing diseases and improving shallots' growth and health. This study aimed to characterize and investigate the ability of PGPR isolates to control shallots bacterial leaf blight disease and improve its growth. Ten (10) isolates of PGPR designated as Bacillus thuringiensis strain MRSNRZ3.1, B. mycoides strain MRSNUMBE2.2, B. mycoides strain MRBPBT2.1, B. waihenstephanensis strain MRBTLL3.2, B. subtilis strain MRTDUMBE3.2.1, B. cereus strain MRDKBTE1.3, B. cereus MRPLUMBE1.3, Achromobacter insolitus strain MRBPUMBE1.3, Pseudomonas hibiscicola strain MRTLDRZ2.2, and Bacillus sp. strain MRSPRZ1.1 were collected from the rhizosphere and endosphere of shallots from Agam and Solok Regency. The variables observed were biocontrol characters (HCN production and siderophore) and biofertilizer characters (indole acetic acid production, ammonia, and phosphate dissolution). These isolates showed activity in controlling leaf blight caused by Xanthomonas axonopodis. The present study also suggests that PGPR isolates, viz. MRSNRZ3.1, MRSNUMBE2.2, MRBPBT2.1, MRBTLL3.2, MRTDUMMBE3.2.1, MRDKBTE1.3, MRPLUMBE1.3, MRBPUMBE1.3, MRTLDRZ2.2, and MRSPRZ1.1 may be used as biofertilizers to enhance the growth and productivity of shallots. This finding suggests that identified PGPR isolates can be used as biological control agents and biofertilizers to enhance the growth and productivity of shallot.
Raft and Longline Culture of Green Mussel, Perna viridis, in Cañas Bay, Iloilo, Philippines
Authors: Mediodia Dominique , Moleño John Ray , Baylon Carlos
Published: November 2022

Grow-out methods like the raft and longline have been utilized by various countries in growing green mussel, Perna viridis. In the Philippines, the stake method using bamboo poles is still widely used, which is believed to cause siltation that negatively affects green mussel production. In this study, the feasibility of raft and longline methods was determined based on mussel growth and the condition index (CI). Environmental conditions in Cañas Bay, Iloilo were also presented. Results showed that there was no significant difference in mussel growth except for final weight, where mussels in the raft were found to be significantly heavier than those in the longline. Meanwhile, the CI of mussels did not significantly differ between the two methods. Physico-chemical parameters of the water in Cañas Bay were found to be suitable for growing green mussels. Phytoplankton was composed of diatoms (86%), dinoflagellates (6%), green algae (5%), and blue-green algae (3%). This study showed the feasibility of using suspended methods like raft and longline in areas where environmental conditions favor mussel growth.
Acquisition of 3D Root System Simulation Parameters Using 2D Extracted Image Data and Genetic Programming
Authors: Custodio Jose Miguel , de Leon Joseph Aristotle , Galindo Alezander Mikhail , Valenzuela Ira , Concepcion Ronnie , Vicerra Ryan Rhay
Published: November 2022

Root studies like propagation and morphological traits unlock a higher-level understanding of plants to better the growth of agricultural crops and maximize farm yields. As they are located underground, there is an additional challenge in elucidating their structure and behavior. Root imaging allows for real-time observations and there are several known methods. One imaging dataset simulated entire 3D root systems to create 2D images for data analysis and measurements. In this study, the dataset’s extracted measurements will be used to reconstruct the true parameters of the simulated 3D root system through the use of multigene symbolic regression genetic programming (MSRGP). Eleven (11) parameters were selected as the output variables, each for monocot and dicot data for a total of 22 MSRGP models. Among these, thirteen of them showed high R2 values greater than 80%, proving the high accuracy of the MSRGP method. Input variables that were frequently used across multiple models were also noted, such as tip count, exploration ratio, and area. In addition to the accuracy that MSRGP provides in predicting variables, the computation time of these models is found to be as low as a few milliseconds. Once trained, this speed allows the models to be integrated into relevant applications without significant increases in computation cost.
Virtual Screening of Cyanobacterial Metabolites as Inhibitors of SARS-CoV-2 Host Cell Entry, Viral Replication, and Host Immunity Modulation Infective Mechanisms
Authors: Fellizar Viktor Aloysius , Concepcion Aaron Cyrus , Furaque Emmanuel Louise , Fabian Angela Maxine , de Leon Von Novi , Pilapil Delfin Yñigo , Quimque Mark Tristan , Notarte Kin Israel , Macabeo Allan Patrick
Published: November 2022

Despite the global effort to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic through vaccine procurements and the development of new treatments, the unpredictable fluctuations of symptomatic cases due to the increase in COVID-19 variants still demand the discovery of additional efficacious antiviral drugs. Cyanobacteria generate a wide array of biologically active secondary metabolites, establishing the domain of cyanotherapeutics. However, the therapeutic applications of cyanobacteria against SARS-CoV-2 are yet to be explored. In this study, 56 cyanobacterial secondary metabolites were screened for in silico inhibitory potential against five main target sites of SARS-CoV-2 involved in viral attachment and replication mechanisms. Top-ranked ligands were then subjected to molecular dynamics (MD) simulation. Pharmacokinetic properties and toxicity predictions were also performed. Of the 56 secondary metabolites molecularly docked, compounds 1–7 showed favorable binding energy ranging from –8.0 to –11.2 kcal/mol against the spike’s ACE2 (angiotensin-converting enzyme 2) and GRP 78 (glucose-related protein 78) receptor-binding domains, 3CLPRO (3-chymotrypsin-like protease), PLPRO (papain-like protease), and RdRp (RNA-dependent RNA-polymerase). Three compounds – scytonemin (1), a bisindole alkaloid dimer; enterobactin (2), and agardhipeptin A (3) – exhibited the highest binding affinities with BEs ranging from –8.2 to –11.2 kcal/mol. Through MD simulations, scytonemin (1) complexed with the spike RBD, 3CLPRO, and RdRp, as well as enterobactin (2) complexed with PLPRO demonstrated dynamic stability. Among the three top-scoring lead compounds, scytonemin (1) exhibited drug-like and favorable ADME properties. Hence, the top-scoring compounds from cyanobacteria present as favorable drug prototypes for optimizationand in vitro testing against SARS-CoV-2.
Managing Cognitive Resource Expenditure and Fostering Creative Thinking in Biology Teaching Guided by Instructional Message Design
Authors: Orbeta Tristan
Published: November 2022

The mechanisms within the human cognitive architecture are an integral part of studies that involve knowledge acquisition, teaching approaches, and multimedia instructional design. However, there are limited investigations of these constructs in the context of learning biological concepts, particularly in actual classes. This study examined the effectiveness of a pedagogical intervention guided by instructional message design (IMD) principles in minimizing cognitive overloading while fostering creative thinking among high school biology students. It utilized a quasi-experimental approach and adopted the two-group repeated measures design. The study involved a total of 61 Grade 11 students from two comparable intact groups. The experimental group experienced IMD-guided biology teaching for a unit of instruction that lasted for 8 wk, totaling 10 class sessions. Data analysis through mixed ANOVA indicated that IMD-guided biology teaching was effective in lowering cognitive resource expenditure (CRE), whereas a one-way ANCOVA showed that the intervention was effective in enhancing student creative thinking. Also, analyses confirmed a negative relationship between CRE and creative thinking. The findings of this research have important implications for instructional design decisions and the development of biology instructional materials that are adapted across varied learning modalities. The use of IMD-guided biology teaching as a cognitive load-based intervention could facilitate the effective learning of complex biology topics by thoughtfully attending to the basic pedagogical components: content, teaching methodology, and instructional materials.
Threatened and Endemic Seed Plants of Mt. Pantaron Range, Mindanao, Philippines
Authors: Coritico Fulgent , Legaspi Mutya , Lagunday Noel , Guiang Maria Melanie , Tandang Danilo , Galindon John Michael , Acma Florfe , Amoroso Victor
Published: November 2022

Mt. Pantaron Range has no legislation for its protection and has significantly lost most of its forest cover over the years due to land conversion for agriculture and human settlement, construction of national highways, and illegal logging and mining. Floristic inventory was conducted in four sampling sites in Mt. Pantaron Range, Bukidnon to document its threatened and endemic seed plants through repeated transect walks. A total of 133 threatened and endemic species of seed plants were documented. Of these, 41 species were threatened, and 120 were endemic species. Mt. Bungkasan, Pantaron Range harbors 70 (52.6%) species of threatened and endemic seed plants, followed by Mt. Malimumu with 53 (40%) species, Mt. Natampod with 40 (30%) species, and Mt. Nabagkesan with only 19 (14%) species. The checklist of threatened seed plants reported herein represents 4.3% of the threatened seed plants and 2.6% of the endemic seed plants in the Philippines. Site comparisons using Bray-Curtis cluster analysis in terms of threatened and endemic species composition are relatively low (≤ 33%), implying the uniqueness of the species for each site in the said mountain range. The assemblage of threatened and endemic seed plants in Mt. Pantaron Range calls for immediate conservation endeavors by the stakeholders to warrant the protection of its threatened and endemic seed plants.
Local Tide and Geoid Corrections Significantly Improve Coastal Retracked Jason Sea Surface Heights in the Philippines
Authors: Flores Paul Caesar , Reyes Rosalie , Amedo-Repollo Charina Lyn , Rediang Abegail , Alfante Rey Mark , Bauzon Ma. Divina Angela , Pasaje Nikki , Bringas Dennis
Published: November 2022

Retracking algorithms increase the accuracy of coastal sea surface height (SSH) measurements. However, it is still important to validate these retracking estimates with tide gauge (SSHtg) observations. We downloaded the freely available Jason altimeter SSH processed using the XTRACK-ALES algorithm, then detided the SSH using different tide models. The first model is the default tidal correction based on Finite Element Solution 2014 (SSHfes), and the second model is the T_Tide harmonic analysis of the nearest tide gauge (SSHaltimeter). SSHfes showed a very poor correlation (< 0.31) and very high root mean square error (RMSE, > 29 cm). In contrast, SSHaltimeter generally showed a very high correlation (> 0.91) and low RMSE (< 17.4 cm). A further quality check based on the average and standard deviation of the difference between the SSH readings (SSHfes – SSHtg and SSHaltimeter – SSHtg) also showed the superior performance of SSHaltimeter, which scored < 9.3 and < 16.5 cm, respectively; compared to SSHfes, which scored < 9.3 cm and > 27 cm for the same parameters. The poor performance from the SSHfes likely comes from the complex bathymetry and coastal geomorphology of the country, which is not accounted for in the FES. The Philippines generally has a narrow shelf, and the FES tide corrections may be related to deep-water tides rather than the shallow-water tides observed from tide gauges. Despite the high correlation and agreement between the SSHaltimeter and SSHtg, the rate of sea level rise from the SSHaltimeter in some sites is more than twice the rate from SSHtg, which indicates the possible influence of the vertical land movement.
Convolutional Neural Network Analysis of BG Regale, the Sansevieria rorida Radiation Mutant
Authors: Delos Reyes Ian Val , Deocaris Custer , Sahagun Jorge , Alinsug Malona
Published: November 2022

Phenotypic screening in plant breeding is essential for identifying superior mutant lines for ornamental plant variety development. However, the process is tedious and time-consuming involving both qualitative and quantitative methods. To fast-track phenotypic screening, artificial intelligence (AI) presents a promising tool with higher efficiency and minimal standard error in identifying mutant lines for registration. Thus, in this study, an algorithm for classifying novel ornamental plant varieties is proposed. After training a convolutional neural network (CNN) model with the images of radiation mutant BG regale and control, Sansevieria rorida, comparisons of model loss and accuracy were done with Adam, SGD, RMSprop, and Adadelta optimization techniques. Among the optimization techniques, RMSProp achieved the lowest model loss (3.68%), the highest accuracy (98.44%), precision (98.44%), recall (98.39%), and F1-score (98.39 %). In this “proof-of-concept” study on the Philippines’ PHP 10 M (equivalent to USD 178,700; PHP 1 = USD 55.96) BG Regale, one of the world’s most expensive ornamental plants, we introduce the idea of AI-aided facilitation of large-scale phenotype selection during mutation breeding and varietal screening for SEPOPs (or super-expensive Philippine ornamental plants priced at more than PHP 100,000 per leaf).
Identifying the Suitable Integrated Multi-trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) Species Combination for Penaeus monodon (Fabricius, 1798) for a Sustainable Pond Aquaculture
Authors: Arriesgado Elgen , dela Peña Mark , Pinaso Romeo , Tering Jay , Navarro Victor , Eballe Rustan , Besoña Jomar , Arriesgado Dan
Published: November 2022

The environmental problem caused by aquaculture contributes to poor production of the giant tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon) globally and locally. Integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (IMTA) lessens aquaculture environmental impacts through the addition of species in the system that could efficiently utilize inorganic and organic waste naturally. IMTA technique was designed to identify which among the species combination is suitable for Penaeus monodon IMTA pond culture. Four (4) treatment combinations from different trophic levels were evaluated for their suitability as IMTA species combinations in two areas: Mukas, Kolambugan, Lanao del Norte [with Penaeus monodon, Siganus guttatus, Ulva fasciata, and Perna viridis (M1); P. monodon, S. guttatus, Gracilaria verrucosa, and P. viridis (M2); P. monodon, C. chanos, Ulva fasciata, and Modiolus modulaides (M3); and P. monodon, C. chanos, G. verrucosa, and M. modulaides (M4)] and in Naawan, Misamis Oriental [with P. monodon, S. guttatus, U. fasciata, and P. viridis (N1); P. monodon, S. guttatus, G. verrucosa, P. viridis (N2), P. monodon, C. chanos, U. fasciata, and P. viridis (N3); and P. monodon, C. chanos, G. verrucosa, and P. viridis (N4)]. All treatments showed non-significant growth of P. monodon at 2.66–3.21% d–1 (M1, M2, M3, and M4) and 0.09–0.17% d–1 (N1, N2, N3, and N4). The survival rate of P. monodon in N1 (32.59 ± 4.73%) and N2 (30.27 ± 2.51%) showed a highly significant difference as compared to N3 (24.08 ± 4.25%) and N4 (21.95 ± 4.76%). Treatments M3, M4, N3, and N4 generated the highest economic return of USD 101.83–237.58 compared to treatments M1, M2, N1, and N2. All water parameters are within the optimum for the growth and survival of the IMTA organisms. The results revealed that a combination of C. chanos with either of the seaweeds and mussels (M3, M4, N3, and N4) is suitable for IMTA pond culture for P. monodon.
Evolvulus nummularius (L.) L. (Convolvulaceae), a New Exotic Plant Record for the Philippines
Authors: Raganas Aaron Froilan , Delima Aileen Grace , Silvosa-Millado Cyrose Suzie
Published: November 2022

Evolvulus nummularius (L.) L. of the Convolvulaceae family has a pantropical distribution, but its occurrence is reported first time in the Philippines. The discovery of this alien species began during the photo documentation of the plant specimens in the botanical garden at the College of Science and Mathematics, University of the Philippines Mindanao campus. It was found growing on clayey soil and thought to be naturally growing in the botanical garden. However, we found out that it was intentionally planted as a cover crop to avoid soil erosion and to reduce mud formation on the pathway to the garden during rainy days. The species is believed to be introduced in the country by traders or enthusiasts as an ornamental or medicinal plant. Though its cultivation is contained within the botanical garden, the species is considered invasive in many countries. Therefore, its cultivation needs to be regulated, and proper management must be put in place in the botanical garden in order to prevent its possible colonization in surrounding areas and across the country.
Analysis of Caffeine-Etoricoxib Pi-Electron Stacked Complexes: a Basis for Future Parenteral Preparations
Authors: de Guzman Gerard , Castillo Agnes , Miranda Kevin Jace , Magboo Mark Scyld , Bolibol Marvin , Joson Romalyn
Published: November 2022

Etoricoxib, although exhibiting superior and selective anti-inflammatory properties, exhibits poor aqueous solubility which precludes its formulation into parenteral preparations. This study aims to increase the aqueous solubility of this drug by complexation with caffeine, an aromatic base known to exhibit a pi-pi stacked complex with aromatic drugs. The molar complexation between caffeine and etoricoxib was analyzed by phase solubility studies, Jacob’s continuous variation, and Ardon’s plots. Solid-state analyses and in vitro diffusion experiments were employed to analyze the optimized caffeine-etoricoxib complex (OCEC). The in vitro inhibitory properties of OCEC against cyclooxygenase 2 enzyme (COX-2) were compared to plain etoricoxib (PE). Phase solubility diagrams showed that the solubility of etoricoxib (0.25 M) was continuously elevated with increasing caffeine concentration as a result of complexation. Optimization experiments showed that caffeine complexes with etoricoxib at a 1:1 molar ratio. The effects of pH on degradation showed that etoricoxib within the OCEC is most stable at pH 7.4. The release of etoricoxib from OCEC follows super case 2 transport mechanisms with high diffusivity. In terms of in vitro inhibition against COX-2, OCEC (IC50 = 0.125 mcg/mL) is more potent than PE (IC50 = 3.1 mcg/mL). This study revealed that a 1:1 molar stacked complex between caffeine and etoricoxib drastically increases the aqueous solubility of the latter, a greater stability of the drug at pH 7.4, a Korsmeyer-Peppas diffusion kinetics involving non-Fickian drug release, and enhanced in vitro COX-2 inhibitory effects.
Evaluation of the Iron-coating Technology for Direct-seeded Rice in the Philippines
Authors: Cañete Sandro , Collado Wilfredo , Sashi Kazumichi
Published: November 2022

Field and screenhouse experiments were conducted to evaluate the performance of iron-coated (Fe-coated) seeds in wet direct-seeded rice (DSR). Effects of iron-coating on seed germination and seedling establishment, yield performance, and the fate of added iron in rice and lowland soil were measured. The germination test disclosed that the mean maximum germination rates were almost similar between the coated and uncoated seeds across varieties, whereas the iron- coated seeds took a longer time to achieve the rates. Results confirmed that Fe-coated seeds produced more established seedlings at low seeding rates during the field experiment. Moreover, the effect of Fe-coating on yield was statistically similar to the transplanted rice and other wet direct seeding techniques, such as the use of dry and pre-germinated seeds regardless of the seeding rates and season. This implies that the seeding rate for wet DSR can be reduced using Fe-coated seeds without diminishing the yield. On the other hand, the screenhouse experiment disclosed a better seedling emergence response in the high flow rate with or without iron-coating. Though yields were not influenced by the treatments, the Fe-coated seeds at a static flow rate achieved the highest yield among the treatments using the NSIC Rc222 variety. Furthermore, Fe-coating in rice seeds did not increase the level of Fe in the soil and in the aboveground plant biomass under wet direct seeding practice. Therefore, the use of Fe-coated seeds is highly regarded both in the wet direct seeding and water seeding practices to reduce the seeding rate while sustaining or improving the yields that are normally achieved under the conventional wet direct seeding practice in the country.
Spawning, Larval Development, and Juvenile Rearing of White Teatfish Holothuria fuscogilva in the Hatchery in the Philippines
Authors: Arriesgado Dan , Uba Kaent Immanuel , Tubio Emilie , Navarro Victor , Bucay Delyn , Besoña Jomar , Magcanta-Mortos Maria Lyn , Uy Wilfredo
Published: November 2022

The significant exploitation of the high-value white teatfish, Holothuria fuscogilva, has raised global concerns about the species' wild populations. Aquaculture technology development may potentially restore dwindling stocks; however, it remains to be established in the Philippines. This study reported the first successful mass production of H. fuscogilva in the Philippines. The broodstock was collected on two occasions from Tubajon, Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental (May and June 2020). All broodstock survived with no evisceration in 30 min (27.8–35.2 ̊C) of transport to the hatchery. Broodstock was induced to spawn using spawning techniques adopted from those of Agudo (2006) with modification in three events (July, August, and December 2020). However, successful spawning only occurred when the temperature was reduced by 7 ̊C (extreme cold shock).H. fuscogilva produced 3.4 million eggs in three spawning inductions at > 88% fertilization rate. The eggs hatched 2–3 d post-fertilization. Generally, the embryonic development of H. fuscogilva was radial holoblastic, and the larval development had the same pattern as other sea cucumber species. The auricularia stage was observed at Days 4–27, followed by the doliolaria stage at Days 28–32, and pentactula stage at 33–39 d post-fertilization. An average of 1.1% of the fertilized eggs proceeded to the juvenile stage at 40–45 d post-fertilization. Over 4 mo, juveniles grew at 0.03 ± 0.002 g d–1. This is the first documentation of the larval development of H. fuscogilva and the first production of the juvenile stage in the Philippines, where 15,000 juveniles are being grown in the hatchery for future broodstock.
The Power of Teaching Discourse: A Case Study of the Students at West Virginia State University
Authors:   Binzhou University, Shandong, China, Song Guixia , Cheng Hu ,   Binzhou University, Shandong, China
Published: November 2022

Language, which reflects a civilization, is unique for human beings. Teaching discourse also plays an important role in the classroom. This paper intends to answer this research question through analysis of a questionnaire survey and three video clips: How does English function in university classes? With the assistance of Professor Barbara Ladner for her questionnaire distribution at West Virginia State University, the questionnaire was designed to survey the students at West Virginia State University. The result shows that English used in a class does the same function as a kind of teaching discourse. Teachers are suggested to employ proper strategies in vocabulary and expression to make the class effective and efficient. Additionally, three teaching video clips were explored for the investigation of teaching discourse, which shows that a well-structured teaching discourse can help a teacher conduct a successful class.