bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Review Article: Homelandings: Postcolonial Diasporas and Transatlantic Belongings (2016) by Rahul Gairola
Authors:   Theatre Limited (Hong Kong, India, Seattle). I, Kochhar-Lindgren Kanta
Published: February 2021

We all discover over and over again the kind of strange and violent stranglehold history has over us. We deploy histories to explain our pasts, identify the present, and orient us to the future. As Rahul K. Gairola shows in Homelandings: Postcolonial Diasporas and Transatlantic Belongings, the multiple currents of history have dictated our methods for establishing our home-sites: who belongs and who does not belong in any given place. Our “at-home” practices, one dimension of “the double-bind of history as home…” (2016, xvi), have a deep and lasting impact on how we move about and participate in the world-at-large. Homelandings provides a timely intervention into the theoretical discourse on the “home-site” as the outcome of a “home-economics” that continually reenacts the persistent racism, classicism, sexism, and queerphobia of a neoliberal bio-political governmentality of the Anglosphere (Bennet’s term, cited in Gairola, 18). The project offers “homelandings,” Gairola’s neologism, as the process of resistance to and reappropriation of “home-sites”: “producing new homes in which alternative modes of community and belonging flourish and reproduce” (17). Homelandings—with “landings” as the demarcator of that which is in motion, always about to happen—then act as a series of transversal disruptors of the neoliberal sphere.
Poetics of Space and Its Association with Human Soul in Brian Dillon’s In the Dark Room
Authors:   Kharazmi University, Tehran, Iran, Abootalebi Hassan , Kargar Alireza
Published: February 2021

The present paper intends to analyze and put under scrutiny Brian Dillon’s memoir In the Dark Room (2005) in the light of Gaston Bachelard’s theories of house as an intimate space explicated and expounded on in his magnum opus The Poetics of Space (1964). Since Bachelard’s ideas are often associated with phenomenology which accentuates the significance of the manner in which phenomena appear to us and are given meaning, the house and objects in it as a place of intimacy are of paramount importance to him. The spaces along with objects are not merely possessions which can be lived in or owned by individuals, but rather they express and suggest human emotions and human soul. They also have the power to transport us back into a distant past and evoke deeply buried memories and feelings. The house, says Bachelard, protects both daydreaming and the dreamer and allows one to dream in peace. Moreover, it provides a restful place in which imagination and thought are both stimulated. The title-mentioned work can be investigated in the light of Gaston Bachelard’s theories to provide proof for the above claim. The narrator of In the Dark Room is surrounded with objects and places which are capable of taking him back to the past arousing his interest and making him conjure up bygone days. Not only does the house function as a metaphor for evoking memories, but also the street and the place in which Dillon’s mother was hospitalized are accentuated. Hence, in the subsequent sections of the current paper, first phenomenology will be defined and elaborated on, then Brian Dillon’s selected work will be scrutinized based on Gaston Bachelard’s house-related theories and notions in order to demonstrate the association of the house and its objects with human soul and imagination.
The State of Turkological Science in China: Turkic Language and Turkic Writing Research
Authors:   Department of Chinese Philology, L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Nur-Sultan, Republic of Kazakhstan, Masimkhanuly Duken , Abidenkyzy Ainur , Nygmanova Dinara K. , Batayeva Akmaral A. , Toibol Karakat
Published: February 2021

This article is devoted to the state of Turkic science in China, the study of the Turkic language and the Turkic script. The article highlights the major works of famous medieval research centers in China, which were engaged in the study of the Turkic science. Primary objective of the article is the study of contemporary Turkologists of China. Consequently, this article has an undeniable novelty, since the influence of such an empire as China with a long history on the Turkic civilization is well-known facts, but the influence of the Turkic civilization on the Chinese is really little studied aspect in science.
Seasonal changes of sediment fluxes in the Yangtze River: roles of precipitation change, human conservation measures in sub-basins, and large dams
Authors: Xu Shitian , Chai Yuanfang , Yue Yao , Yan Xia , Zhang Xiaofeng
Published: February 2021

Seasonal sediment flux change is a key issue in riverbed evolution and flood control. This paper analyzed variations in sediment fluxes of the Yangtze River in dry and flood seasons during 1961–2014 and the impacts of precipitation change and human interference. Sediment fluxes in both dry and flood seasons decreased by 6.8–74.6 and 14.6–38.7%, respectively, based on daily sediment observations at six mainstream stations. However, precipitation increased sediment yields in both dry and flood seasons by 0.72–4.22 t/km2 (3.5–17.8%) and 4.95–73.32 t/km2 (1.9–25.5%), respectively, based on the reconstructed sediment series without anthropogenic interference. Therefore, sediment reduction due to human conservation measures and dam construction was up to 0.07–20.74 t/km2 (0.9–64.6%) in dry seasons and 27.47–85.35 t/km2 (6.5–23.7%) in flood seasons during 1980–2002, and further reduced 3.61–41.31 t/km2 (46.0–102.9%) in dry seasons and 175.63–471.52 t/km2 (59.6–126.2%) in flood seasons after the Three Gorges Reservoir (TGR) became operational in 2003. Contributions of human activities in six subregions to the reduction of the seaward sediment fluxes were calculated. Therein, the TGR only took up 3.2 and 23.9% in dry and flood seasons, respectively, which is below expectation.
An evaluation of water, sanitation, and hygiene status and household assets and their associations with soil-transmitted helminthiasis and reported diarrhea in Nueva Santa Rosa, Guatemala
Authors: Rao Gouthami , Blackstock Anna J. , Derado Gordana , Cuéllar Victoria M. , Juliao Patricia , Alvarez Maricruz , López Beatriz , Muñoz Fredy , Thornton Andrew , Patel Jaymin C. , Lopez Gerard , Rivera Jose G. , Reyes Lissette , Arvelo Wences , Lindblade Kim A. , Roy Sharon L.
Published: February 2021

Soil-transmitted helminth (STH) infections and diarrheal illness affect billions of people yearly. We conducted a cross-sectional survey in Nueva Santa Rosa, Guatemala to identify factors associated with STH infections and diarrhea using univariable and multivariable logistic regression models. On multivariable analyses, we found associations between STH infections and two factors: school-aged children (odds ratio (OR) vs. adults: 2.35, 95% CI 1.10–4.99) and household drinking water supply classified as ‘other improved’ (OR vs. ‘improved’: 7.00, CI 1.22–40.14). Finished floors in the household vs. natural floors were highly protective (OR 0.16, CI 0.05–0.50) for STH infection. In crowded households (>2.5 people/bedroom), observing water present at handwashing stations was also protective (OR 0.32, CI 0.11–0.98). When adjusted for drying hands, diarrhea was associated with preschool-age children (OR vs. adults: 3.33, CI 1.83–6.04), spending >10 min per round trip collecting water (OR 1.90, CI 1.02–3.56), and having a handwashing station ≤10 m near a sanitation facility (OR 3.69, CI 1.33–10.21). Our study indicates that familiar WASH interventions, such as increasing drinking water quantity and water at handwashing stations in crowded homes, coupled with a hygiene intervention like finished flooring may hold promise for STH and diarrhea control programs.
Role of city collaboration networks in the acceleration and attenuation of integrated water management
Authors: Berger Lena , Henry Adam Douglas , Pivo Gary
Published: February 2021

Inter-city collaboration has gained prominence as a strategy to share practical experience and accelerate the spread of novel sustainability practices. This study explores the potential of collaboration as a means to foster the uptake of integrated water management (IWM). IWM is an innovative approach to water management regarded as key to achieving urban water sustainability. The uptake of IWM has generally been slow due to organizational and institutional challenges. To explore the potential of collaboration to accelerate uptake, we analyze collaboration among 45 cities in Arizona, USA, relative to their IWM engagement and organizational capacity. We find that collaboration patterns reflect cities’ interest in learning about innovative practices. However, there is a tendency to primarily collaborate with others who are in close geographic proximity. IWM practices and organizational capacities are secondary drivers of collaboration. Overall, our findings show opportunities while also urging realistic expectations.
Fake News on Twitter in 2016 U.S. Presidential Election: A Quantitative Approach
Authors: Padda Karmvir
Published: February 2021

The flow of misinformation and disinformation around the 2016 U.S. presidential election put the problem of “fake news” on the agenda all over the world. As a result, news organizations and companies have taken measures to reduce or eliminate the production and dissemination of fake news. Linguistic Inquiry and Word Count (LIWC) software was employed in the current study to examine 1,500 randomly selected tweets that were used to influence the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Results showed fake news are less likely to have analytical thinking. Moreover, both alt-Right troll accounts and alt-Left troll accounts posted fake news on Twitter. Lastly, Cluster analysis revealed that the fake news tweets are more likely to be retweeted and use fewer analytical thinking.

APA Citation

Padda, K. (2020). Fake news on Twitter in 2016 U.S. presidential election: a quantitative approach. The Journal of Intelligence, Conflict, and Warfare, 3(2), 18-45. https://journals.lib.sfu.ca/index.php/jicw/article/view/2374/1810.
United Nations Peacekeeping Operations in the era of COVID-19
Authors: Makosso Amanda M.
Published: February 2021

With its seven peacekeeping operations deployed in the African continent, the United Nations peacekeeping seeks to maintain peace and security by helping African states create conditions for sustainable peace. As COVID-19 has exposed the international system’s vulnerability, this analysis seeks to explore what Peacekeeping looks like in the COVID-19 era. By drawing on news articles, reports, and United Nations press releases, this account also examines the challenges faced by peacekeepers in Sub Saharan Africa, a region well known for violent conflicts and warfare. It is interesting to note that peacekeeping in the COVID 19 era appears to have struck a balance between protecting people's health, ensuring civilians protection from threats of physical violence, and taking gender dynamics into account. However, operational changes in peacekeeping missions resulting from COVID-19 seem to have a serious effect on missions and troops and might raise severe implications for the future of peacekeeping in Africa.

APA Citation

Makosso, A. M. (2020). United Nations peacekeeping operations in the era of COVID-19. The Journal of Intelligence, Conflict, and Warfare, 3(2), 1-17. https://journals.lib.sfu.ca/index.php/jicw/article/view/2378/1812
Solar-shading systems designed to increase user satisfaction in public buildings, a case study of Britam Towers in Nairobi, Kenya
Authors:   Department of Architecture, Faculty of Architecture, Near East University, Nicosia, Cyprus, Njunge Evans Kimani , Erçin Çilen ,   Department of Architecture, Faculty of Architecture, Near East University, Nicosia, Cyprus
Published: February 2021

Solar-shading systems play various roles to the users of public buildings and may vary from user to user but some of the common user’s needs for these systems include; thermal comfort, energy-saving, daylight, and glare reduction. Understanding these needs can help Designers and Architects select from a wide array of Solar-Shading types and see which of them serves the needs of the users better. The Types of Solar-Shading Systems include either internal systems which are placed inside the building or can include external systems which are placed to the outside of buildings. To clearly understand the role Solar Shading Systems, play to satisfy Users’ needs, a case study of a Public Building in Nairobi, Kenya; Britam Towers, was selected. The case study found out that architects, designers, and developers play a preeminent role in coming up with projects that can better serve the User’s needs by creating designs that better suit the needs of the users have for using such Solar-Shading Systems. These designs may vary from building to building, region to region but the main withstanding factor to be noted is the functionality issue, as the Solar-Shading Systems should be able to meet the needs of users effectively and in turn, increase the user’s satisfaction.
O padre, o psiquiatra e o problema do mal
Authors: Miranda Punita
Published: February 2021

Este artigo trata do problema do mal dentro do quadro de referência da psicologia profunda. A primeira parte introduz, de modo breve, a narrativa do livro de “Jó” como um exemplo para contextualizar a questão fundamental da relação de Deus com o mal e de como ela permaneceu não respondida e foi deixada em aberto na teologia cristã. A segunda parte reconstrói, historicamente, a polêmica não resolvida a respeito da natureza do mal entre Carl Jung (1875-1961) e o scholar, teólogo e dominicano inglês, Victor White (1902-1960). Examina as diferentes especulações e formulações que ambos fizeram relativas ao mal e suas implicações psicológicas, até a ruptura final, após a severa resenha crítica de White a respeito da obra mais controversa de Jung sobre religião, “Answer to Job”. A parte final deste artigo introduz reflexões adicionais a um tema desafiador que é tão poderoso e relevante no mundo atual de terrorismo em nome da religião, quanto o era na Europa do pós-guerra, que lutava para recuperar-se do totalitarismo e do genocídio.
The Influence of Loneliness on The Mobile Phone Addiction of Contemporary College Students: The Mediating Role of Online Social Support
Authors: Bei Wang , Yitong Su , Zeyu Li
Published: February 2021

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to explore the impact of loneliness on the mobile phone addiction, and to investigate the role of the psychological variable of online social support. Methods: 622 college students were surveyed by using the mobile phone addiction index (MPAI) scale, Online Social Support Questionnaire for College Students and the short-form of the UCLA Loneliness Scale. Results: The main effect of online social support and the mobile phone addiction on education level was significant. Loneliness was negatively correlated with online social support and the mobile phone addiction, online social support is positively correlated with the mobile phone addiction. Online social support was a complete mediator between loneliness and the mobile phone addiction.
Titanium Oxide (TiO2) Nanoparticles for Treatment of Wound Infection
Authors: Alhadrami Hani A. , Shoudri Raniyah A.M
Published: February 2021

Wound infections is one of the major problems worldwide. Millions of people around the world require several medical treatments for wound infections. The extensive use of antibiotics to treat wound infection leads to emerging new microbial strains that are resistant to many antibiotics. There is a growing concern on the emergence and re-emergence of drug-resistant pathogens such as multi-resistant bacterial strains. Hence, the development of new antimicrobial compounds or the modification of those that already exist to improve antibacterial activity is a high research priority. Metallic nanoparticles (NPs) are considered as new alternative treatment for wound infection with superior antibacterial activity. In this study, new formulation of titanium oxide (TiO2) NPs with different sizes were synthesized and characterized. Genotoxicity, mutagenicity and antibacterial activities of TiO2 NPs against the causative agents of wound infection were investigated. Antibacterial activity of TiO2 NPs was conducted against three ATCC® bacterial strains: methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The results clearly illustrate a superior antibacterial activity of all newly formulated TiO2 NPs against the most causative agents of wound infection. Most of our TiO2 NPs showed non-genotoxic and non-mutagenic results at the maximum concentrations. Findings of this study will enhance the future of the therapeutic strategies against the resistant pathogenic strains that cause wound infections.
The Role of Sound as a Component of Urban Experience
Authors: Greta Pundzaite
Published: February 2021

The Role of Sound as a Component of Urban Experience is an audio-video essay that approaches urban sound as study material for sensorial analysis. An experiential experiment is carried when retransforming/playing with sensorial components of an urban dweller. Research focuses on the record of urban sound in relation to image and its proximity to cinematic/cinematographic experience. Playing with sensorial components reveals not only their influence on our ever-day perceiving of urban space but also the aesthetical nature of casual walks in the city. In other words, an analytical approach to urban sound reveals how cinematic everyday urban experience is or how cinema's sensorial base finds itself in the one of an urban dweller.
A Clinical Trial Comparing BiVap (Richard Wolf®) Saline Vaporization of The Prostate vs. TwisterTM Diode Laser System in The Treatment of Benign Prostatic Obstruction Between Prostate Volume 90 to 150 ml.
Authors: Karaköse Ayhan , Yitgin Yasin
Published: February 2021

Introduction:To evaluate the efficacy, safety and postoperative outcomes
of the BiVap saline vaporization and Twister™ Diode Laser systems with
benign prostatic obstruction (BPO) in prostate volüm between 90-150 ml.
Methods:In total, we included 131 patients treated with BiVap system
(n=68) and Twister system (n=63). Postoperative complications including
urinary tract infection, transient hematuria, severe dysuria and fever
>38° C, urinary incontinence and urethral stricture were
also noted. All patients were evaluated at the postoperative 1st, 3rd,
6th and 12th month and preoperative and postoperative values of IPSS
score, QoL score, total PSA, IIEF 15, PVR, Qmax and Qave were compared.
Statistical analyses were performed with SPSS version 18. A
P-value<0.05 was considered significant. Results:Preoperative
demographic characteristics were similar in the 2 groups. There was
observed significant improvement for IPSS, Qmax, Qave, PVR, and QoL
score by the postoperative first month compared to the preoperative
values in both groups. Maximum improvement in the IPSS, Qmax, Qave, QoL
score and PVR were achieved at postoperative 6, 3, 12, 3 and 12th months
respectively in group 1. In group 2 maximum improvement in the IPSS,
Qmax, Qave, QoL score and PVR were achieved at postoperative 6, 3, 6, 6
and 12th months, respectively. There was no significant difference
between the two groups in terms of IPSS, Qmax, Qave, QoL score, PSA,
PVR, IIEF-EF and IIEF-OS during the 1 year follow-up period
postoperatively. Conclusions:BiVap and Twister systems are safe,
effective, and useful technique, which can be used in the surgical
treatment of BPO between 90-150ml.
Impact of total triage and remote-by-default consulting on vulnerable groups: A pilot study
Authors: Verity Aaminah , Naidu Dharmendra , Brown Victoria Tzortziou
Published: February 2021

Rationale, Aims & Objectives COVID-19 mandated a rapid and dramatic
transformation of general practice. ‘Total Triage’ (TT), where all
consultations should be triaged first, and ‘Remote-by-Default’ (RbD)
consulting, where a clinician should consult remotely unless there is a
“clinical exception”, were advised. It is unclear how these new ways
of working were implemented in practice, and how they impacted
vulnerable patients. We provide a first look at how these changes are
impacting those with historic difficulties in accessing primary care
under the traditional GP model. This service evaluation aimed to assess
the impact of TT and RbD on vulnerable patients and identify mitigation
strategies using a mixed methods service evaluation in Lewisham, London,
an area of high deprivation. Method Three parallel datasets were
collected and analysed: Semi-structured interviews with stakeholders
working with vulnerable groups and qualitative data from forums with
black and ethnic minority patients, a survey of General Practitioners
exploring implementation of TT and RbD, and a mystery shopper exercise
reviewing access and messaging of ten practices. Results Barriers to
access for vulnerable patients included challenges navigating the new
model, difficulty engaging with remote consultations and digital
exclusion. There was wide variation in messaging regarding changes to
services and the practical application of TT and RbD. Potential
solutions included clearer practice guidance and patient messaging, more
consistent implementation, and identification and recording of patient
access needs, to enable better tailoring of care provision. Conclusion
We identified perceived and actual barriers to accessing general
practice for vulnerable patients following the rapid introduction of TT
and RbD consulting in Lewisham. We recommend immediate steps that can be
implemented at a local level to mitigate some of these impacts, and
propose further work to gain better insights into the issues identified.
Effects of Hydroxyurea on Brain Function in Children with Sickle Cell Anemia
Authors: Wang Winfred , Zou Ping , Hwang Scott , Kang Guolian , Ding Juan , Heitzer Andrew , Schreiber Jane , Helton Kathleen , Hankins Jane
Published: February 2021

Introduction: Sickle cell anemia (SCA) results in numerous adverse
effects on the brain, including ischemic lesions and neurocognitive
dysfunction. Hydroxyurea has been utilized extensively for management of
SCA, but its effects on brain function have not been established.
Methods: We examined prospectively the effects of one year of treatment
with hydroxyurea on brain function in a cohort of children with SCA
(HbSS/HbSβ0-thalassemia) by baseline and exit evaluations, including
comprehensive neurocognitive testing, transcranial Doppler ultrasound
(TCD), and brain MRI [silent cerebral infarcts (SCI), gray matter
cerebral blood flow (GM-CBF), and blood oxygen level dependent (BOLD)
signal from visual stimulation]. Results: Nineteen patients with SCA,
mean age 12.4 years (range 7.2-17.8), were evaluated. At baseline,
subjects had these mean values: full scale IQ (FSIQ) 81.9, TCD velocity
133 cm/sec, GM-CBF 64.4 ml/100g/min, BOLD signal 2.34% increase, and
frequency of SCI 47%. After one year of hydroxyurea, there were
significant increases in FSIQ (+2.8, p=0.036) and reading comprehension
(+4.8, p=0.016), a significant decrease in TCD velocity (-11.4 cm/sec,
p=0.007), and no significant changes in GM-CBF, BOLD, or SCI frequency.
Furthermore, FSIQ was associated with higher hemoglobin F (HbF) and
lower GM-CBF, but not with hemoglobin level. Discussion: Significant
improvement of neurocognition and decreased TCD velocity following one
year of treatment support the use of hydroxyurea for improving
neurocognitive outcomes in SCA. Understanding the mechanisms of benefit,
as indicated by relationships of neurocognitive function with HbF,
hemoglobin, and CBF, requires further evaluation.
VIRTUAL REALITY FOR SUPPORTING AUTHENTIC LEARNING IN 21ST CENTURY LANGUAGE CLASSROOM
Authors: Utami Luh Putu Restu Adi , Suwastini Ni Komang Arie , Dantes Gede Rasben , Suprihatin Christina Turut , Adnyani Kadek Eva Krishna
Published: February 2021

Pembelajaran otentik adalah konsep untuk mendekatkan dunia nyata atau pengalaman nyata kepada siswa di dalam kelas. Penggunaan pembelajaran otentik yang menghadirkan realitas di dalam kelas lebih kontekstual dengan aktivitas siswa sehari-hari. Virtual Reality (VR) menawarkan simulasi multimedia 3D kehidupan nyata interaktif, mempromosikan interaktivitas dengan dunia ciptaan, dan memungkinkan sensasi sensorik. Artikel ini mensintesis artikel penelitian sebelumnya dari jurnal terindeks SCOPUS tentang penggunaan realitas virtual untuk mendukung pembelajaran otentik di ruang kelas bahasa abad ke-21. Pendekatan yang digunakan dalam tinjauan pustaka ini adalah pendekatan yang disederhanakan oleh Aveyard (2010). Hasil tinjauan pustaka ini menemukan bahwa penggunaan virtual reality memberikan beberapa manfaat dalam pembelajaran otentik di kelas bahasa abad 21. Selain itu, penggunaan Virtual Reality di kelas bahasa abad ke-21 juga memiliki kelebihan dan kekurangan. Kajian ini mengimplikasikan bahwa implementasi Realitas Virtual di bawah kerangka teoritis dan teknik yang ada akan mempertahankan premis bahwa hasil pembelajaran dibantu oleh pengoperasian lingkungan virtual di bawah kerangka teoritis yang ditetapkan.
Develop a User Behavior Analysis Tool in ETHOL Learning Management System
Authors: Dwi Susanto  , Qurani Nuril Ratu , M. Udin Harun Al Rasyid
Published: February 2021

Students have different learning styles when studying online. Meanwhile, lecturers use the same method for all students who take their online lectures. These different learning styles can affect the level of understanding and the results obtained by students. By knowing student learning styles, lecturers are expected to be able to use the right way in delivering material. In this research, we developed a student behavior analysis feature on self-developed Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) called Enterprise Hybrid Online Learning (ETHOL). Students’ data collected includes data on online activities, personal data, and survey data on student learning styles. User behavior analysis was carried out by dividing into three clusters: average scores, time to collect assignments, and student learning styles. The clustering method used is the Hierarchical K-Means. The results obtained are students who have the habit of collecting assignments on time have higher scores than others. In addition, the lecturer is able to see the results of the analysis of the behavior and learning styles of each student. These results can be used as information in delivering lecture material.
Pengaruh Kepemimpinan Transformasional, Integritas, Kompetensi, Dan Komitmen Organisasi Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan Di PT. Golden Riau Jaya Pekanbaru
Authors: Purwati Astri Ayu , Wijaya Indra
Published: February 2021

Kinerja Karyawan diketahui sebagai faktor yang mempengaruhi berbagai aspek di PT.Golden Riau Jaya, adapun pada penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji dan menganalisis Pengaruh Kepemimpinan Transformasional, Integritas, Kompetensi dan Komitmen Organisasi terhadap Kinerja Karyawan PT. Golden Riau Jaya Pekanbaru. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui penyebaran kuesioner dan dilaksanakan pada 52 karyawan PT. Golden Riau Jaya yang juga merupakan populasi pada penelitian ini. Dalam penelitian ini teknik sampling yang digunakan teknik sampling jenuh merupakan teknik penentuan sampel bila semua anggota populasi digunakan sebagai sampel. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa variabel kepemimpinan transformasional tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan PT.Golden Riau Jaya Pekanbaru, variabel integritas berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan PT.Golden Riau Jaya Pekanbaru, variabel Kompetensi berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan PT.Golden Riau Jaya Pekanbaru, dan variabel komitmen organisasi berpengaruh tidak signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan PT.Golden Riau Jaya Pekanbaru. Dengan demikian perusahaan PT.Golden Riau Jaya sebaiknya lebih memperhatikan variabel yang berpengaruh signifikan antara lain: integritas dan kompetensi. Kata Kunci: Kepemimpinan Transformasional, Integritas, Kompetensi, Komitmen Organisasi, Kinerja Karyawan.
Peningkatan Kualitas Produk dan Minimasi Pemborosan Dengan Mengunakan Pendekatan Six Sigma Pada Perusahaan Pakan Ternak
Authors: Muhammad Katon , Winarso Kukuh , Lumintu Ida
Published: February 2021

PT. XYZ is one of the animal feed companies which has some of the largest production units in Indonesia. This Feed Company has several brands of products on the market. The company's production line is indicated to have a problem, namely product defects. Defective products caused by the production process and also the process of storing raw materials and finished materials in the company. Related to the six sigma in it has a phase of define, measure, analyze, improve and control phases, is chosen to overcome the existing problems. From the define, measure and analyze phase, it is known that there are significant defects, namely defects with flea attributes in the production process, textures, lumps, and ticks in the inventory. From the results of the RPN assessment, it is known that tick defects on the production line are valued at 168, text 105 and ticks in the production process 90 so that from the results of the assessment the RPN is given recommendations for improvement with consideration of the highest RPN value. The recommended improvement recommendations are the installation of blowers and air temperature regulators in the company's storage section, conduct a design of experiment in stages to select the best raw materials by considering the quality problems of the products produced and thirdly, the improvement of the cleaning schedule in the cooler, spoting and also rotex on production machines to minimize the cause of defects.
Aplikasi Pencarian Barang Dengan Algoritma Relevance Feedback Di Toko Mega Komputer Bengkulu
Authors: Kanedi Indra -
Published: February 2021

Aplikasi pencarian barang dengan algoritma relevance feedback di Toko Mega Komputer Bengkulu. Dimana Toko Mega Komputer menjual alat-alat komputer dan menyediakan jasa service komputer. Sistem penjualan di Toko Mega Komputer belum memanfaatkan aplikasi setiap penjualan yang terjadi setiap harinya, terkadang pihak Toko sering sekali kesulitan dalam mencari barang serta stok barang yang ada di Toko Mega Komputer.Membuat aplikasi pencarian barang pada Toko Mega Komputer Bengkulu merupakan suatu aplikasi yang digunakan untuk membantu pihak toko dalam mengelola barang yakni data barang dan penjualan barang dengan metode rocchio relevance feedback  bmenggunakan bahasa pemrograman Visual Basic.Net dan Database SQL Server.Pada aplikasi pencarian data barang batas kata yang diperbolehkan hanya 4 (empat) kata, dan pencarian data barang berdasarkan per token. Proses pencarian data barang akan melalui 4 (empat) tahapan yaitu Tokenizing, Stemming, Filtering, Weighting. Berdasarkan hasil pengujian sistem, dapat disimpulkan aplikasi pencarian barang dapat membantu proses pengolahan data barang yang ada di Toko Mega Komputer. Kata Kunci :   Pencarian Barang, Algoritma Relevance Feedback, Visual Basic.Net
Manajemen Kebutuhan Ruang Parkir Kampus (Studi Kasus: Fakultas Sains dan Teknologi UIN Suska Riau)
Authors: Syaifullah Syaifullah , Radiles Hasdi , Ahsyar Tengku Khairil
Published: February 2021

Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau merupakan pusat aktivitas perkuliahan sarjana (S1) yang memiliki visi dan misi menjadi World Class University di tahun 2023. Salah satu fakultas favorit yakni Fakultas Sains dan Teknologi (FST) yang telah mengalami perkembangan yang cukup signifikan. Tingginya peningkatan populasi mahasiswa dari tahun ke tahun menjadi isu penting untuk melakukan investigasi tentang kesiapan prasarana parkir di lingkungan FST. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui manfaat metode Satuan Ruang Parkir (SRP) dalam mengatasi permasalahan parkir di lingkungan FST dengan memodifikasi parameter populasi civitas akademika dalam memperkirakan kebutuhan parkir maksimum. Hasil penelitian ini adalah dengan memanfaatkan lahan area terbuka disekitar kampus hanya mampu memberikan pelayanan kepada 948 sepeda motor atau sekitar 75% dari kebutuhan SRP sepeda motor. Solusi untuk membangun gedung parkir ataupun dengan melakukan kebijakan parkir sangat dibutuhkan dalam mengatasi permasalahan parkir di lingkungan FST.
Penerapan Metode Fuzzy Tsukamoto dalam Menentukan Jumlah Produksi Tahu
Authors: Basriati, M.Sc Sri , Safitri, M.Mat Elfira
Published: February 2021

Metode fuzzy Tsukamoto merupakan aturan yang berbentuk “jika-maka” yang harus direpresentasikan dengan suatu himpunan fuzzy dengan fungsi keanggotaan yang monoton. Metode tersebut dapat diterapkan dalam menentukan jumlah produksi optimum sehingga tidak menghasilkan produksi tahu yang melebihi stock. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian menggunakan metode fuzzy Tsukamoto untuk menentukan jumlah produksi optimum berdasarkan jumlah permintaan, jumlah persediaan dan jumlah bahan baku Industri Rumah Tangga Simpang Pulau, diperoleh nilai kebenaran mencapai 98,91%, sehingga dapat disimpulkan nilai kebenaran jumlah produksi menggunakan metode fuzzy Tsukamoto sangat baik
Analisis Teknis-Ekonomi Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Hybrid Solar PV/Biogas off Grid System
Authors: Eka Putra R. Reski , Afriani Susi , Miefthawati Nanda Putri , Jelita Marhama
Published: February 2021

ABSTRACTReliability of the electric power system and fulfil the certification of sustainable industries in the palm oil industry are offered by utilizing the potential of renewable energy sources as power plants. This research is aimed to analyze the technical and economic aspects of the Solar PV-Biogas power plant at PT. TBS. The method used in this research is hybrid parallel with the off grid network system. In manual calculations showed an optimal generating system consisting of an anaerobic digester with a lagoon capacity of 28,934.81 m3, 1,560 kW biogas generator, 4,040.22 kWp PV array, 2000 kW bidirectional inverter, and 10,125 units of batteries with capacity of 1,547Ah. Then the system is evaluated using HOMER Pro software with project lifetime of 20 years, and the total electricity production obtained during the life of the project is able to supply loads continuously with an average excess electricity about 25.23%/years of total production. Meanwhile, in the economic analysis of hybrid power plants require an initial investment (NPC) of Rp.233,553,169,589.30, with total CO2 emissions of POME 44,073.75 tons/year, then the cost of Certified Emission Reduction is obtained about Rp.6,611,062,500/year. The calculation of economic feasibility results in a Net Present Value of Rp.136.266.578.753, Payback Period of 13,8 years, and an Internal Rate of Return of 9,41%. Based on the result of techno-economic analysis in the research, it can be concluded that this hybrid generating system has the potential to be developed for study that is more detailed if it is to be implemented.Keywords: HOMER Pro, Off-grid, PT. TBS, Solar PV/Biogas, Techno-economic.
Sistem Informasi Pelayanan Gangguan Listrik Berbasis Web Pada PLN Rayon Bangkinang
Authors: Anofrizen Anofrizen
Published: February 2021

PLN Rayon Bangkinang merupakan industri yang bergerak dibidang usaha penyediaan tenaga listrik yang cocok dengan nilai- nilai serta syarat- syarat yang didetetapkan serta  bertujuan untuk melayani kepentingan warga( Public Utility) yaitu dengan metode penyaluran aliran listrikkekonsumen. dibutuhkan sesuatu rancangan sistem data pelayanan kendala listrik  yang dapat diakses oleh pegawai PLN yang cocok untuk menunjang kelancaran dalam proses  tersebut pengolahan informasi komplen tersebut dan aksi perbaikkannya. Dengan menggunakan sistem yang diusulkan ini secara benar mungkin hendak mempermudah dalam pengawasan pendistribusian informasi informasi komplain, sehingga hendak memesatkan proses perbaikannya. Hal tersebut pula bisa menolong mempercepat penyajian laporan yang akurat, tepat waktu, dan relevan sehingga bisa menolong pihak manajemen dalam mengambil keputusan. Perihal inibertujuan supaya Teknisi tidak hadapi hambatan paling utama dalam pencatatan informasi maupun memonitoring lamanya waktu pengerjaan kendala lapangan. Buat menanggulangi permasalahan tersebut, hingga dibutuhkan sesuatu rancangan sistem data pelayanan kendala listrik yang bisadi akses oleh pegawai PLN yang cocok untuk menunjang kelancaran dalam proses tersebut pengolahan informasi komplen tersebut dan aksi perbaikkannya. Dengan menggunakan sistem yang diusulkan ini secara benar mungkin hendak mempermudah dalam pengawasan pendistribusian informasi informasi komplain, sehingga hendak memesatkan proses perbaikannya. Perihal tersebut pula bisa menolong memesatkan penyajian laporan yang akurat, tepat waktu, serta relevan sehingga bisa menolong pihak manajemen dalam mengambil keputusan. Perihal ini bertujuan agar Divisi Teknisi bagian Perbaikan tidak mengalami hambatan hambatan paling utama dalam pencatatan informasi ataupun memonitoring lamanya waktu pengerjaan kendala lapangan
Strategi Pengembangan Sektor Industri Alas Kaki Berbahan Kulit dengan Metode Analisis SWOT dan Bisnis Model Canvas
Authors: Fitriani Risma , Nugraha Nugraha , Djamaludin Djamaludin
Published: February 2021

Dalam beberapa tahun terakhir, pengembangan sub sektor industri dibidang alas kaki berbahan kulit telah diamati di berbagai penjuru dunia, terlebih alas kaki berbahan kulit masuk dalam salah satu industri kreatif sektor fesyen. Terlebih Indonesia menduduki peringkat keempat sebagai produsen alas kaki di dunia. Untuk mendukung pengembangan industri alas kaki berbahan kulit, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merancang model bisnis yang sesuai dengan posisi industri alas kaki berbahan kulit saat ini agar lebih tepat sasaran dalam pengembangan industri tersebut. Berdasarkan hal tersebut, metode yang dilakukan adalah dengan menggunakan analisis SWOT untuk mengukur posisi bisnis industri, dan dikombinasikan dengan menggunakan model bisnis canvas untuk memetakan model bisnis yang dapat dijadikan pedoman dalam upaya pengembangan industri alas kaki berbahan. Hasil dari penelitian ini diketahui bahwa industri alas kaki berbahan kulit ada pada posisi nilai matriks yang cukup tinggi, sehingga termasuk pada kategori strategi tumbuh dan membangun, maka ada beberapa alaternatif yang tepat untuk posisi bisnis seperti ini, yaitu diantaranya dengan integrasi industri baik secara mundur, maju, maupun horizontal, selain itu dapat dilakukan penetrasi pasar, pengembangan pasar, dan pengembangan produk. Maka dari beberapa alternatif tersebut, dirumuskan rencana pengembangan industri alas kaki berbahan kulit melalui bisnis model canvas yang memetakan 9 blok komponen dalam meningkatkan bisnis.
Pengendalian Persediaan Barang Dagang Menggunakan Model Probabilistik (Studi Kasus: Toko XYZ) Merchandise Inventory Control Using Probabilistic Model (Case Study : XYZ Store)
Authors: Diniaty Dewi
Published: February 2021

Abstrak Toko XYZ adalah toko sembako dengan komoditi barang dagangnya yaitu beras, gula, minyak goreng, dan tepung. Permasalahan yang dihadapi adalah permintaan konsumen yang berfluktuasi dan lead time barang dagang yang tidak pasti, sehingga menyebabkan kekurangan persediaan yang berpengaruh kepada pelayanan terhadap konsumen. Tujuan dari penelitian ini menentukan  safety stock yang optimal dengan perencanaan persediaan dan mengetahui ongkos persediaan yang optimal dan kapan waktu pemesanan kembali yang ekonomis dengan menggunakan EOQ model probabilistik. Metode peramalan yang digunakan yaitu Weight Moving Average dan Exponential Smoothing, kemudian dilakukan perhitungan EOQ Probabilistik. Hasil Safety Stock optimal pada beras 22 karung, kuantitas pemesanan 224 karung dan total ongkos persediaan Rp. 368.671.032/tahun. Untuk gula 6 karung, kuantitas pemesanan 92 karung dan total ongkos persediaan Rp. 254.573.746/tahun. Untuk minyak goreng sebesar 15 jerigen, kuantitas pemesanan 120 jerigen dan total ongkos persediaan Rp. 125.072.163/tahun. Untuk tepung 18 karung kuantitas pemesanan 123 karung dan total ongkos persediaan sebesar Rp. 125.909.965/tahun.Kata kunci: Continuos Review System, Economic Order Quality Probabilistik, Inventory, Weight Moving Average Exponential Smoothing. Abstract XYZ Store is groceries shop with merchandise commodities, namely rice, sugar, cooking oil, and flour. The problems faced are fluctuating consumer demand and uncertain lead times for merchandise, causing inventory shortages that affect the service to consumers. The purpose of this study is to determine the optimal safety stock with inventory planning and find out the optimal inventory costs and when to reorder economically using the EOQ probabilistic model. Forecasting method using the Weight Moving Average and Exponential Smoothing methods, then the Probabilistic EOQ calculation is performed. The optimal safety stock for rice merchandise is 22 sacks, order quantity of 224 sacks and the total cost inventory is Rp. 368,671,032/year. For sugar is 6 jerry cans, order quantity of 92 sacks and total cost of inventory is Rp. 254,573,746/year. For cooking oil is 15 jerry cans, order quantity of 120 sacks and total cost of inventory is Rp. 125,072,163/year. For flour is 18 jerry, order quantity of 123 sacks and total cost of inventory is Rp. 125,909,965/year.Keywords: Continuos Review System, Economic Order Quality Probabilistic, Inventory, Weight Moving Average Exponential Smoothing
The Effect of Green Human Resource Management on Organization Citizenship Behaviour for Environment (OCBE) and Its Implications on Employee Performance at Pt Andalan Bakti Niaga
Authors: Saputro Ari , Nawangsari Lenny Christina
Published: February 2021

This study aims to analyze the effect of Green Human Resource Management on Employee Performance through Organization Citizenship Behavior for Environment (OCBE). This type of research uses a survey method with a quantitative approach. This research was conducted at PT Andalan Bakti Niaga. Sampling using nonprobability techniques with a sample size of 80 people. Data analysis in this study used Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with Partial Least Square (PLS) software version 3.2.7. The results obtained in this study: 1) Green Recruitment, Green Training, Green Compensation and Rewards have a positive and significant effect on OCBE; 2) Green Performance Appraisal has no significant effect on OCBE; 3) Green Training and Green Performance Appraisal have a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance; 4) Green Recruitment and Green Compensation and Rewards have a negative and significant effect on Employee Performance; 5) OCBE has a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance; 6) Green Recruitment, Green Training, Green Compensation and Rewards have a significant effect on Employee Performance through OCBE; 7) Green Performance Appraisal has no significant effect on Employee Performance through OCBE; 8) Green Human Resource Management has a significant effect on OCBE; 9) Green Human Resource Management has a significant effect on Employee Performance.
Determinants of Liquidity Risk in the Commercial Banks in Bangladesh
Authors: Ahamed Faruque
Published: February 2021

The study examines the bank-specific and external factors that affect the liquidity risk in commercial banks in Bangladesh. The study has been conducted using 23 banks data from 2005-2018, and panel data is used to conduct the regression analysis. Among the bank-specific factors, asset size has a negative relationship with liquidity risk. The larger the bank size, the better the liquidity position and the lower the liquidity risk. Return on equity and capital adequacy ratio has a positive but insignificant relationship with the liquidity risks. In the case of macroeconomic factors, inflation negatively affects the liquidity risks, whereas GDP and domestic credit positively affect. Private and public sector credits increase the investments, which in turn fuel GDP growth. Growth in domestic credit reduces liquidity and may create insolvency. The loan outstanding to asset ratio is positively related to the liquidity risk of the banks. Banks usually increase the loan/advance disbursement to increase profitability, which dries out liquidity and enhances liquidity risk. The study concludes that although several factors are found insignificant yet have positive/negative relation, the banks must carefully evaluate the factors to avoid a future liquidity crisis.
The Effect of Green Human Resources Management on Sustainability Business Companies (Case Study on Employee Claim Department PT. Prudential Life Assurance)
Authors: Wulandari Erfina Tri , Nawangsari Lenny Christina
Published: February 2021

The purpose of this research is to measure the impact of Green Human Resources Management towards business sustainability at PT. Prudential Life Assurance. The type of this research is a quantitative research. Analysis of the data used in this study using SEM PLS version 3.2.7. About 94 respondents from Claim Department at PT. Prudential Life Assurance participated in this research. Based on direct impact shows that Green Recruitment, Green Training, Green Compensation and Rewards have brought a positive and significant impact towards business sustainability, however, there is no significant impact for Green Performance Appraisal. Simultaneously, Green Human Resources Management has a positive and significant impact to Business Sustainability at PT. Prudential Life Assurance.
Factors Affecting the Yield of Indonesia Government Bonds 10 Years
Authors: Permanasari Intan , Kurniasih Augustina
Published: February 2021

The purpose of this research is to analyze the effect of inflation, interest rates, the rupiah exchange rate, and the US 10-Year Treasury on the Indonesian Government Bond Yield. The study population was all yield tenors of the benchmark series Government bonds for the period 2017 to 2019. This study is an associative causality study. The research sample is Indonesian government bonds with a tenor of 10 years. Data were analyzed using multiple linear regression approach. The results show that inflation and US 10-Year Treasury have no effect on the Indonesian Government Bond Yield. Interest rates and the rupiah exchange rate have a positive and significant effect on the Indonesian Government Bond Yield.
Procedure for the Contextual, Textual and Ontological Construction of Specialized Knowledge Bases
Authors: Djontu Tajouo François Achille , Noulamo Thierry , Lienou Jean-Pierre
Published: February 2021

Information Retrieval (IR) from data sources such as the web, databases, sensors, etc., and structuring it through ontologies is an ambitious research field that leads to the reduction of information search time, improvement of the quality of found information and the efficient decision making. In this work, we have proposed a system for extracting information from several data sources to enrich an ontology in the field of plant pathology. The objective of this work is to develop a knowledge base in the field of plant pathology, by structuring the data present in various data sources accessible mainly through the web. To do this, we first propose a modular development approach of a domain ontology. The construction of the ontology at first uses the text-based construction technique and then, we use the generic architecture of a web data extraction system technique from literature to propose a data extraction system for the enrichment of the different ontology modules of the domain. For each subsystem of our extraction system, we have developed the algorithms to be implemented.