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Implementing RPA to optimize supply chain and inventory management in the pharmaceutical industry
Authors: Kamala Venigandla  , Venkata Manoj Tatikonda  , Naveen Vemuri
Published: April 2024

This paper examines the implementation of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in the pharmaceutical industry's supply chain and inventory management. The aim is to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and cost savings. The pharmaceutical industry heavily relies on effective supply chain and inventory management to ensure the availability of vital medications while adhering to regulations. RPA, a technology that automates repetitive and rule-based tasks, holds immense potential in optimizing these processes. The paper starts by providing an outlook on the complex pharmaceutical supply chain and its associated challenges. It then introduces RPA as a transformative solution and explores its benefits in the pharmaceutical industry, including improved inventory tracking, demand forecasting, order processing, and regulatory compliance. Various use cases for RPA in supply chain and inventory management are presented, encompassing inventory optimization, demand forecasting, automated order processing, and regulatory compliance through streamlined documentation and reporting. The paper addresses important considerations for successful RPA implementation, such as assessing readiness, selecting suitable tools and technologies, and ensuring data security and compliance. It also discusses the challenges encountered and provides best practices for effective adoption. Real-world case studies and success stories are highlighted to demonstrate the tangible advantages of RPA implementation in the pharmaceutical industry. The paper concludes by discussing future opportunities in RPA, such as advancements in machine learning and artificial intelligence. It encourages further exploration and adoption of RPA to unlock its full potential in revolutionizing supply chain and inventory management in the pharmaceutical sector.
Finite element analysis of a FeC, Cr-V and Al 7075-T6 leaf springs for light vehicle suspension system
Authors: Sulley Yabdow Saaka  , Isaac Azegura Nyaaba  , Isaac Kofi Yaabo  , Alex Kojo Okyere  , Baba Ziblim
Published: April 2024

This study has become very necessary because of the current condition of the roads in our country. The study is conducted to come out with an alternative best, cheapest, and available material for the design of leaf springs to prevent or reduce vehicle breakdown due to the breaking of the leaf spring on roads. Weight reduction is one of the main focuses of automobile manufacturers in this modern era. The objective of this study is to model and analyze a leaf spring for a light vehicle suspension system with Plain Carbon Steel (FeC), Chromium Vanadium steel (Cr-V), and Aluminum 7075-T6 as the implementing material using Finite Element Method (FEM). Aluminum 7075-T6 is very strong, and durable and will help in weight reduction since the axle leaf spring arrangement also adds weight to the vehicle. The study showed that, when the applied load of 3359.94 N was induced on the aluminum 7075-T6 leaf spring, the result was superior compared to the other materials with the same loading condition. The aluminum 7075-T6 leaf spring was observed to withstand deformation, strain, and stress better due to its superior properties. The study concluded that Aluminum 7075-T6 material should be adopted for manufacturing leaf springs and similar automobile components since it is light, strong, and can withstand greater forces.
Formulation and evaluation of antibacterial and antioxidant herbal cream of curry leaves and turmeric extract
Authors: Priya Thakur  , Sahil Thakur  , Kajal  , Shivam Thakur  , Mohit Sharma  , Kumari Varsha  , Sunaina Dhiman  , Sunil Kumar
Published: April 2024

Humanity relies on plants to meet its basic needs, such as food, clothing, and shelter. Both rural and urban civilizations benefit from wild plants for medicinal, craft, and beauty purposes. Murraya kienigii Linn (Rutaceae), also known as Meethi Neem or Curry Patta, is a fragrant, usually deciduous shrub or small tree that can grow to be 6 meters tall. It may be found all throughout India and reaches heights of up to 1500 meters. It is cultivated for its fragrant leaves. In traditional medicine, it is used as an antiemetic, antidiarrheal, dysentery, febrifuge, blood purifier, tonic, stomachic, and flavoring agent in curries and chutneys. The essential oil derived from the leaves contains alkaloids such as mahanine, koenidine, koenigine, koenine, girinimibine, girinimbiol, murrayamine, and several more. Another plant Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) belongs in the ginger family, which is native to Southwest India. Turmeric is a medicinal and fragrant plant that is recognized as one of nature's most valuable resources, with enormous export potential in medicine, personal care, culinary spices, and natural colours. An ethanolic extract of turmeric including curcumin, dimethoxy-curcumin, and bisdemethoxycurcumin has been shown to reduce blood glucose levels in mice and prevent blood glucose from rising. Reduces proteinuria and haematuria when taken orally in people with refractory lupus nephritis. Curcuminoid is the most abundant component in turmeric, along with many other phenolic compounds and mono-, sesqui-terpenes. Soxhlet extraction combines both percolation and maceration techniques. The extraction is carried out using a particular device known as the Soxhlet apparatus, which was created by Franz von Soxhlet in 1879. It was one of the most popular extraction methods, and it is still commonly used today. The apparatus comprises of an extraction chamber linked to a vapor duct and a siphon tube that continues down to the joint, where a circular bottom shell may be attached. A thimble of filter paper or a cotton plug is put in the extraction chamber to prevent the siphon tube from being blocked when powdered medication material is introduced. In this extraction we will use the Soxhlet extraction method to extract the phytoconstituents of the respective plants.
Empowering blockchain with SmartNIC: Enhancing performance, security, and scalability
Authors: Rahmanul Hoque  , Md. Maniruzzaman  , Daniel Lucky Michael  , Mahmudul Hoque
Published: April 2024

This paper introduces BlockNIC, an innovative blockchain infrastructure designed to operate exclusively on SmartNICs. Unlike traditional blockchain implementations, BlockNIC leverages the unique capabilities of SmartNICs to execute relatively simple computations directly on the network path, eliminating the need for additional hardware and reducing reliance on host CPUs. By harnessing idle resources within the network, BlockNIC significantly reduces energy consumption and hardware requirements, addressing the environmental concerns associated with conventional blockchain architectures. Through comprehensive performance comparisons between SmartNICs and bare-metal servers, this study demonstrates the promising potential of BlockNIC in achieving scalability, security, and environmental sustainability in blockchain networks. The findings highlight BlockNIC's ability to enhance overall performance and reliability while minimizing resource limitations, thereby unlocking new possibilities for various applications and use cases previously hindered by energy and hardware constraints. The emergence of BlockNIC aligns with the global sustainability agenda, offering a timely solution to the environmental challenges posed by traditional blockchain technologies. By promoting the adoption of SmartNIC-based blockchain infrastructures, this research contributes to a greener and more secure digital future. It emphasizes the importance of exploring innovative approaches to address the environmental impact of technological innovations, urging researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers to recognize the transformative potential of SmartNIC-based solutions in advancing sustainability and efficiency in blockchain ecosystems.
Preliminary phytochemical screening of various extracts of jade (Crassula ovata) plant in India
Authors: Sunayana Rahul Vikhe  , Samiksha Anil Gholap  , Apeksha Sanjay Fulsundar  , Shubham Shivaji Yadav
Published: April 2024

Medicinal plant are chief antidote for numerous diseases and have been used since time immemorial. Many years have passed since the Crassula ovata plant was utilised as an ornamental and therapeutic herb in some communities, such as the Khoi in South Africa and Chinese culture. This manuscript covers a detailed pharmacognostic evaluation of Crassula ovata. Whole plant Crassula ovata, including morphology, microscopy, physicochemical, and phytochemical screening. Microscopy of different plant part was done by performing transverse sections, which were identified by the different staining reagents and dyes. The whole plant's physicochemical constants, which consist of moisture content, extractive value, and ash value, were determined. Phytochemicals screening was done for methanol, ethanol, chloroform, acetone and water extract of Crassula ovata. Phytochemical analysis from the extracts was performed using the standard methods. Phytochemical analysis of the extract indicated the present of Saponin, phenol, phytosterol, steroid, terpenoid, flavonoid, carbohydrates and proteins. The Pharmacognostic evaluation generated data of Crassula ovata may be used as tools for quality control of drugs in the future, for healing of diversity of disease conditions.
Patient-reported adverse events associated with use of anti-hypertensive drugs in a tertiary hospital in southern Nigeria
Authors: Chibuike Eze Nwafor  , Marvis Somtochukwu Muo
Published: April 2024

Background Hypertension is a leading cause of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality worldwide especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Adverse events with use of antihypertensive medications deter patients’ adherence. This study is aimed at evaluating the adverse events and comorbidities associated with the use of antihypertensive as seen in a tertiary hospital in southern Nigeria. Method This retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted at a tertiary healthcare hospital in southern Nigeria. Data was collected for a period of six months from 194 patients who attended cardiac clinic with demographic details, blood pressure values, antihypertensive drugs in use, level of medication adherence, adverse events, and co-morbidities. Result Antihypertensive medications were prescribed according to their classes. Telmisartan (ARB) being the most prescribed one. Fixed dose single pill combination was more preferred. Adverse events such as dry cough, peripheral neuropathy, dizziness, peripheral edema, and erectile dysfunction were recorded. Major comorbidities are diabetes mellitus, dyspepsia and hyperlipidemia. Findings revealed gender disparities with males experiencing erectile dysfunction and more. Conclusion This analysis pinpoints the need for prompt identification of comorbidities and side effects when treating hypertension. Patients’ compliance to treatment and therapy effectiveness is largely dependent on the provision of patient-specific treatment plan.
A new era of ICTs for combating symptoms of neurodevelopmental disorders
Authors: Pantelis Pergantis
Published: April 2024

Information Communication Technology (ICT) is an umbrella definition, where the purpose of its creation and use is to facilitate communication, storage, and transfer of big data and the development and use of the technology that supports it. In contemporary research, several studies have observed attempts to incorporate them in populations with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) to detect/assess, intervene, and improve deficits for the inclusion of these individuals in education and society. This review attempts to explore new universal and mainstream technology and to broaden and provide data for employing it in future research or intervention in the school setting as a complementary addition to education combating core symptoms of the three most recurring NDDs including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and developmental coordination disorder (DCD).
Low mathematics performance and the role of digital technologies
Authors: Agathi Stathopoulou Maria Mastrotheodorou
Published: April 2024

In the current study, we dealt with Dyscalculia, Mathematics Anxiety and Low Intelligence Quotient as factors that contribute to low performance in Mathematics. We investigated the relative effect of Dyscalculia and Mathematics Anxiety on students’ performance. Also, we examined how technology helps the educational intervention in cases of Low Intelligence Quotient. We first present the main characteristics of the three factors and we continue with studies which indicate the way they affect performance in Mathematics. Through the current study we found that Mathematics Anxiety affects more negatively the students’ performance than Dyscalculia does, as Mathematics Anxiety is a broader psychosocial factor that is more difficult to locate and handle. With regards to Low Intelligence Quotient, we concluded that those people can best be educated through technology and specifically through applications that support learning basic Mathematic skills.
Monocyte to HDL cholesterol ratio and smoking are predictors of epicardial fat tissue thickness
Authors: Mücahid Yılmaz  , Çetin Mirzaoğlu
Published: April 2024

Objective: Smoking stimulates lipid accumulation and causes non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Epicardial Fat Tissue (EFT) resides between the visceral pericardium and myocardium. The aim of this study was to determine whether if smoking may accumulate Epicardial Fat Tissue thickness (EFTt). Material and methods: 266 smoking and 500 non-smoking subjects were included in the study. The subjects were chosen to be healthy individuals, without any cardiovascular/systemicdisorders or risk factors for atherosclerosis (except hyperlipidemia). Transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) was applied to all subjects, and EFTt was measured in both diastole and systole (EFTtd and EFTts respectively). Results: EFTtd, EFTts, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, triglyceride, and monocyte to the HDL cholesterol ratio (MHR) values were found to be significantly increased in the smoking group when compared to the non-smoking group. Pearson’s correlation analyses revealed that EFTtd and EFTts were related to pack.year, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, triglyceride, MHR, BMI, and age. Linear regression analysis results showed that smoking, pack.year, BMI, age, and MHR were independent predictors of EFTtd, EFTts. Conclusions: The study results showed that smoking increases the EFTtd and EFTts. Smoking and MHR were independent predictors of EFTt. Evaluating blood parameters together with EFTt may guide primary prevention in smokers.
Navigating regulatory challenges and safety considerations in lactation supplement development: A Nigeria and US Comparison
Authors: Deborah Aanuoluwa Soyombo
Published: April 2024

Navigating regulatory challenges and ensuring safety in the development of lactation supplements is crucial for meeting the needs of breastfeeding mothers. This review examines the regulatory frameworks governing lactation supplements in Nigeria and the US, highlighting key differences and similarities, as well as challenges and strategies for ensuring product safety and compliance. In Nigeria, the regulatory landscape for lactation supplements is characterized by a lack of stringent regulations and enforcement mechanisms, leading to concerns about product safety and quality. In contrast, the US has a well-established regulatory framework overseen by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which sets strict standards for product safety, efficacy, and labeling. Challenges in Nigeria include limited regulatory capacity, inadequate enforcement of existing regulations, and a lack of awareness among consumers about product safety. In the US, challenges include the complex regulatory process, high compliance costs, and the need for continuous monitoring of safety and efficacy. Strategies for ensuring product safety and compliance in Nigeria include strengthening regulatory capacity, improving enforcement mechanisms, and raising awareness among consumers about safe product choices. In the US, strategies include streamlining the regulatory process, enhancing post-market surveillance, and fostering collaboration between regulators, industry stakeholders, and healthcare providers. Overall, navigating regulatory challenges and ensuring safety in the development of lactation supplements require a multifaceted approach that addresses regulatory gaps, enhances enforcement mechanisms, and promotes consumer awareness. Collaboration between regulatory authorities, industry stakeholders, and healthcare providers is essential to ensure that lactation supplements are safe, effective, and meet the needs of breastfeeding mothers in Nigeria and the US.
Hospitalised patients' albumin-globulin ratio may predict negative clinical outcomes
Authors: Zaid Ezzat Alawneh  , Abedal-Rahman Ismail Al-Theiabat  , Abedal-Rahman Ismail Al-Theiabat  , Mohammad Talal Ahmad Aldeeb  , Yarub Mohammad Najeh Raja Almiqdad
Published: April 2024

Aims: This research assesses the predictive capability of the ratio of serum albumin levels (ALB) to globulins levels (GLB), known as the AGR, and to determine whether this ratio may be used to anticipate adverse clinical outcomes in these patients. Methods: This observational study was conducted at the Prince Rahid bin Al-Hussein Military Hospital in Irbid governorate to analyze medical and surgical adult patients. The study aimed to explore the prognostic performances of the assessed albumin to globulin ratio (AGR) against composited negative clinical outcomes, including a decline in creatinine clearance, liver function indices, systemic inflammatory response syndromes, sepsis, longer hospital stays, and death. Factors investigated included patients' demographics, biochemical and complete blood count laboratory results, and subjective reported data. The study focused on evaluating the AGR as an independent variable for predicting adverse clinical outcomes. The optimal threshold for the tested prognosticator of interest (AGR) was determined, and patients were divided into two groups with lower AGR than the cutoff point. A chi square test was conducted to represent the comparative distribution rates between the investigated variables. Results: A study involving 302 patients found that 51.66% were assigned to Group I, characterized by a lower albumin to globulin ratio (AGR) below the optimal cutoff point of 0.795, and the remaining patients were classified into Group II with an AGR above 0.795. The Pearson correlation coefficient for composite outcomes of interest (cOI) was moderately high in the negative direction for the higher AGR group compared to the lower AGR group. The age distribution was evenly distributed between the lower and higher AGR groups. A binary logistic regression model was created to show the relationship between AGR and the likelihood of adverse clinical outcomes. The prognosticator AGR was evaluated to be 0.928±0.015, with a p-value of less than 0.001, indicating statistical significance. The optimal threshold for the study was 0.795, with a sensitivity of 87.8% and a specificity of 85.23%. Conclusion: Our study found that maintaining an albumin to globulin ratio below 0.795 can have positive effects on hospitalised patients, both medically and surgically admitted, by predicting adverse clinical outcomes.
An elevated gamma gap as diagnostic tool for acute systemic inflammatory response syndromes in Hospitalized patients
Authors: Zaid Ezzat Alawneh  , Abedal-Rahman Ismail Al-Theiabat  , Ali Fawzi Ali Al-Shatnawi  , Mohammad Talal Ahmad Aldeeb  , Yarub Mohammad Najeh Raja Almiqdad
Published: April 2024

Aims: This study aimed to investigate the predictive value of the Gamma Gap in relation to the probability of cOI positivity. Our secondary objectives aimed to determine the optimal threshold in the Jordanian tested cohort, beyond which negative adverse outcomes would significantly rise. We aimed to assess the sensitivity and specificity of the Gamma gap and compare it with similar previous studies and other related sensitivity indices. Methods: An observational study was conducted at Prince Rahid bin Al-Hussein Military Hospital to analyze adult medical and surgical patients. The study aimed to examine the prognostic abilities of the evaluated Gamma Gap compared to a combined negative clinical outcome. The study included adult admitted patients with stable baseline renal, liver, hemodynamic, and systemic immune-inflammatory statuses. The study used binary logistic regression to examine the Gamma Gap as an independent variable for predicting adverse clinical outcomes. A sequential statistical analysis of receiver operating characteristic (ROC) testing and sensitivity analysis was conducted to express the predictive utility of the Gamma Gap against the positivity of adverse clinical outcomes. The study also identified the ideal cutoff point for the Gamma Gap, with a value above it indicating a worse outcome and a value below it indicating a better outcome. Results: A study involving 302 eligible patients was conducted to determine the optimal cutoff point for composite outcomes of interest (cOI). The study found that the higher Gamma Gap group had a stronger positive Pearson correlation coefficient than the lower Gamma Gap group. The unadjusted risk estimate was 29.75 (95% CI; 15.78-56.09). The two genders were distributed equally across the groups, with no statistically significant gender distribution rates. Albumin and albumin to globulin ratio levels showed significantly different distributions between the groups. The ages of the tested patients were insignificantly distributed between the groups. A binary logistic regression model was developed to evaluate 83.4% of cases. The prognosticator Gamma Gap performed as expected, with a p-value of less than 0.001 and an evaluation of 0.902±0.018. Conclusion: According to our research, hospitalised patients may benefit from keeping their Gamma Gap below 3.04, and this subtracted biochemical tool can be extremely useful in predicting unfavourable clinical outcomes as well as in the screening, diagnosis, and follow-up of both medically and surgically admitted patients.
Panggilan Profetik Guru-guru Kristiani dalam Perspektif Pemikiran Paul Tillich
Authors: Sugiyana Fransiskus Xaverius , Setiyaningtiyas Nerita , Yuniarto Yustinus J.W. , Krismawanto Ambrosius Heri
Published: April 2024

Abstract. This research explored into the prophetic call of Christian teachers, viewing it through the perspective of theologian, Paul Tillich. Starting from the assumption that that teaching carries profound spiritual significance, the research explores how Tillich's insights impact modern Christian educators in comprehending the prophetic aspect of their vocation. By using a descriptive quantitative approach, this research tried to discover the manifestation of the prophetic dimensions of teachers in their daily lives. Through a survey, researchers explored their perceptions regarding the prophetic calling of teachers. The research result showed that religious teachers demonstrate the meaningfulness of prophetic teacher values through their willingness to be part of an inclusive community, teaching life values using inspirational stories, and practicing Christian values to influence society. The implementation of Paul Tillich's theological insights into the prophetic calling of Christian teachers suggested that Christian pedagogy is a kairos moment when the transformative potential of learners becomes a reality by God's grace.Abstrak. Studi ini mendalami konsep panggilan profetik guru-guru Kristiani melalui lensa teolog terkenal, Paul Tillich. Didasarkan pada keyakinan bahwa panggilan mengajar memiliki signifikansi spiritual yang mendalam, penelitian ini mengeksplorasi implikasi dari wawasan teologis Tillich terhadap pendidik Kristiani kontemporer. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif deskriptif, penelitian ini mencoba untuk menemukan wujud dari dimensi profetik  guru-guru dalam kehidupan sehari-hari mereka. Melalui survey, peneliti menelusuri persepsi mereka mengenai panggilan kenabian para guru. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa guru-guru agama menampakkan kebermaknaan nilai profetik guru melalui kesediaan untuk menjadi bagian komunitas inklusif, pengajaran nilai-nilai kehidupan dengan menggunakan cerita-cerita inspiratif, dan pengamalan nilai-nilai Kristiani untuk mempengaruhi masyarakat. Implementasi wawasan teologis Paul Tillich ke dalam panggilan profetik guru-guru Kristiani menyatakan bahwa  pedagogi Kristiani adalah momen kairos ketika potensi transformatif peserta didik menjadi kenyataan oleh kasih karunia Allah.
Dunia yang Lestari: Eko-Eskatologi Gereja Toraja Berdasarkan Eskatologi Jürgen Moltmann
Authors: Tangirerung Johana Ruadjanna , Pasassa Julianto , Bungaran Stephanus Ammai , Anggui Alfred Y R
Published: April 2024

Abstract. The Toraja Church in its confession also discusses eschatology but does not adequately explain the concept of a sustainable world. With these issues in mind, the aim of this research is to enrich the Toraja Church Confession's conversation regarding the world and the end times from Jürgen Moltmann's eschatological perspective. This research was conducted by library research approach. The result of the research showed that the concept of a sustainable world must be understood in the cosmic escatology dimension, namely a new heaven and earth in quality. There, the Church plays an active role today as an eschatological response to ecology.Abstrak. Gereja Toraja dalam pengakuan imannya juga membahas eskatologi, namun belum menjelaskan secara memadai mengenai konsep dunia yang lestari. Dengan persoalan tersebut, maka tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk memperkaya percakapan Pengakuan Gereja Toraja mengenai dunia dan zaman akhir dari perspektif eskatologi Jürgen Moltmann. Penelitian ini akan menggunakan pendekatan studi pustaka. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa konsep dunia yang lestari harus dipahami dalam dimensi eskatologi kosmik, yaitu langit dan bumi yang baru secara kualitas. Di situ peran aktif Gereja adalah sebagai respons eskatologis terhadap lingkungan hidup.
Shalamov A. Yu. Moscow Police. 1905-1907. Moscow: Kuchkovo Pole, 2022. 560 p.: 8 p. of illustrations: Book review
Authors: Smirnitsky Alexander Evgenievich
Published: April 2024

The book under review covers the activities of the Moscow police during the First Russian Revolution, the structure and personnel composition of the Moscow police. This monograph will be useful to researchers focusing on the history of the Russian police, the Russian revolutionary movement, the modern history of Russia in the first half of the 20th century, educators teaching courses such as “History of Law Enforcement Agencies”, “History of Russia”, students, and a wide range of readers interested in the recent history of Russia.
Translation strategies of metaphor in The Ballad of Never After novel by Stephanie Garber
Authors: Darmapratiwi Kadek , Pratiwi Desak Putu Eka
Published: April 2024

Metaphor is a figurative language often found in literary works, especially novels. It contains unique cultural elements, which makes metaphor hard to understand and translate. This study examines the strategy of translating metaphors in The Ballad of Never After novel from English into Indonesian. Data were analyzed using the qualitative descriptive method completed with the theory by Newmark (1988) regarding translation strategies of metaphor. This study revealed that from the 96 data obtained, seven translation strategies of metaphor were used by translators to convey the meaning of the metaphors in the novel from English to Indonesian and reproducing the Same Image in the Target Language is the most frequently used strategy. In contrast, the least used strategy is Changing the Metaphor by Simile Combined with Sense and Deleting. It indicates that English and Indonesian share many metaphorical images with similar meanings. It causes translators being more flexible in reproducing metaphors in the target language, considering cultural similarities and the circumstances in which metaphors are expressed.
Ideologi Al-Jazeera Arabic dalam wacana pemberitaan visi Saudi Muhammad bin Salman (analisis wacana model Fairclough)
Authors: Yuhandra Muhammad Ghafary , Nugraha Tubagus Chaeru , Lukman Fahmy
Published: April 2024

This research aims to reveal the ideology of Al-Jazeera media and the social conditions that influence it through reporting on Muhammad bin Salman and the Saudi Vision 2030 on the Al-Jazeera Arabic news site. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method. The data in this research were analyzed using the Fairclough discourse analysis model. At the level of text analysis, the results of the study show that Al-Jazeera uses sharp and firm diction, namely by using phrases meaning “taukid” (strengthening), “laa” and “lam nafiyah” particles, sentences meaning “tasybih” (similarity) which have bad connotations, bad idioms, metaphorical expressions to show evil, causality to explain a situation, and the use of negative diction. At the level of discursive practice, Al-Jazeera creates news according to its target audience in the Middle East and Africa. At the sociocultural level, Al-Jazeera has an ideology, namely, representing the unrest of Middle Eastern society with the slogan, “The opinion and the other opinion.” Besides that, socio-political conditions in the Middle East and diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Qatar influence Al-Jazeera in producing discourse about Saudi Arabia, especially Saudi Vision 2030.
Dampak strategi quick write berbantuan media animasi terhadap keterampilan menulis teks persuasi siswa
Authors: Alnovgada Valents Roni Sunarno
Published: April 2024

This research is motivated by the need for innovation in the learning process in the Industrial Revolution 4.0 era. This research aims to determine the impact of the quick write (QW) strategy assisted by animation media on the ability to write persuasive texts for class VIII students. This research implemented a pretest-posttest control group design involving students from SMP Negeri 5 Pontianak. Students were divided into two groups consisting of 64 students selected through cluster random sampling. The instrument consists of essay questions in the form of a pre-test and post-test. The data were analyzed using the t-test and the results showed that 1) students who were treated with the QW strategy assisted by animation media showed a significant increase in their ability to write persuasive texts, and 2) the QW strategy assisted by animation media contributed to student independence in learning to write, students were active and able to highlight the argument process quickly and responsively related to actual problems with the linguistic skills they have. These findings show that students who use the QW strategy assisted by animation media have a better improvement in their ability to write persuasive texts than students who use direct learning.
The harmony of nature in Ahmad Tohari's thoughts through the novel Di Kaki Bukit Cibalak
Authors: Khasanah Venus , Anoegrajekti Novi , Setiadi Samsi
Published: April 2024

Awareness of the importance of natural harmony as an ecosystem for human life has become an important topic to study. The phenomenon of natural damage triggers this condition due to the actions of unscrupulous people in the community. Forest clearing for industrial purposes is one of the triggers. Apart from that, the increasingly complicated management of plastic waste due to a lack of public education about this impact also triggers the destruction of natural balance. Therefore, through this article, the researcher attempts to link this paradigm with the message conveyed through the novel Di Kaki Bukit Cibalak (after this DKBC) by Ahmad Tohari. The method used in preparing this article is genetic structuralism with a literary sociology approach. The results of the research show that based on the story structure found, the author's worldview about the importance of maintaining natural harmony is embedded in the story being told. This view also shows that the harmonization and harmony of nature is an important foundation for Indonesia's golden generation. Therefore, the author's worldview can be an important pillar as an alternative environmental education material delivered through school education.
Ambivalensi ideologi patriarki pada serial tv populer House of the Dragon: kritik feminisme
Authors: Mandela Fitra , Gitawati Novi Dwi
Published: April 2024

This article aims to analyze the ambivalence of patriarchal ideology in the popular TV series created by HBO entitled ‘House of the Dragon’ (2022). Based on this aim, the research method which is used is qualitative method. The analysis is focused on several major characters. Feminist literary criticism is the ground theory which is used to analyze the main issue of patriarchy society in this series. As one of the primary subjects of analysis in feminist criticism, this research only tries to elaborate how critics define and see patriarchy work in general. It can be concluded that this series, on its surface, shows the practice of patriarchal society. Those practices are seen in many forms such as gender inequality, subordination, and repression toward women lead characters from male characters or society. Interestingly, at the same time the analysis also leads to a different interpretation which argues those several major characters also reflect the strategy to against the patriarchal ideology. It makes the feminist reading to this series becomes ambivalent.
Implementation of a pragmatic approach in the Minna No Nihongo I
Authors: Indrowaty Sri Aju , Dewi Fitriana Puspita , Rahmawati Femi Eka , Febrianda Sony Difa , Fadila Sinta
Published: April 2024

This research explores the theoretical aspects of implementing the pragmatic approach in learning speaking skills/kaiwa, as outlined in Minna No Nihongo 1's book. The pragmatic approach is a learning approach to improve students' speaking/kaiwa skills in the classroom, prioritizing contextualized learning of speaking skills. This emphasis on context becomes particularly significant throughout the learning process. By employing this approach, students, including those in secondary schools and universities, can closely simulate practical speaking conditions, both verbally and in written form. The method used is qualitative descriptive with purposive sampling. Therefore, applying the pragmatic approach has proven effective in promoting active learning, significantly improving students' speaking skills inside and outside the classroom. The Japanese language learning process should be designed to meet practical language needs that correspond to real-world situations. By incorporating patterns based on pragmatic studies, learners undergoing Japanese learning experiences will naturally connect with the practical aspects of communication in the language learning process.
Mantra dhanyang mageri omah: analisis fonologis, morfologi, dan sintaktis dalam perspektif aksiologis
Authors: Masitoh Dewi , Putra Valdi Giffari Rahmayati
Published: April 2024

Mantra is an oral tradition that is believed to have mystical powers that can generate forces beyond human comprehension, such as the dhanyang mageri omah mantra practiced in Pagak Hamlet, Cengkok Village, Ngronggot Subdistrict, Nganjuk Regency. The dhanyang Mantra mageri omah is an oral tradition with mystical power, employed to protect homes with the assistance of supernatural beings khown as dhanyang. This research aims to analyze the phonological, morphology, syntax, and function aspects of the Dhanyang Mantra. This study's phonological, morphological, and syntactic analysis was conducted using a descriptive-qualitative approach and observation, interview, and documentation techniques. Findings reveal that the Dhanyang Mantra demonstrates a harmonious blend of phonological elements (such as alliteration, assonance, and imperfect rhyme), morphological (such as free and bound morpheme), and syntactic structures (types of sentences), adhering to principles of structural analysis. Functionally, the dhanyang mantra serves as a conduit for communication with supernatural entities and as an intermediary connecting humans, God, the Prophet Muhammad, and dhanyang spirits. The religious and cultural significance embedded within the dhanyang mantra reinforces the belief of Pagak Hamlet's inhabitants in the protective capabilities of dhanyang. This research contributes to comprehending and preserving cultural heritage and indigenous wisdom within local religious practices.
Storybook berbasis augmented reality (AR) meningkatkan hasil belajar bahasa Inggris siswa
Authors: Pahlevi Nihaya Rizki , Degeng Made D. K. , Ulfa Saida
Published: April 2024

This study focuses on the combination of digital media and students' literacy, utilizing an Augmented Reality (AR)-based storybook as a tool for English language subject. The aim of this research is to assess how the use of AR-based storybooks can influence and enhance students' learning outcomes in English language subject. Employing an experimental research design, two groups were exposed to different stimuli. The experimental group's test results showed a significant difference with a two-tailed significance value of 0.032, indicating an impact attributed to the utilization of AR-based storybooks. Additionally, the N-gain percentage results revealed a 60% improvement, categorizing the AR-based storybook as moderately effective in enhancing students' learning outcomes compared to conventional storybook media. The findings of this study indicate that the implementation of AR-based storybooks significantly and effectively enhances students' learning outcomes in English language subject.
Permainan bahasa dalam penggunaan bahasa Inggris oleh pedagang asongan di pantai Kuta Lombok
Authors: Nurhandini Hilmi , Sulistyowati Sulistyowati
Published: April 2024

The playfulness of English is the result of language interference, which can be a source of creating new English variations. The purpose of this study is to describe the form of English playfulness by hawkers at Kuta Beach, Lombok, and the factors of English playfulness. The method is descriptive qualitative. The data collection by ‘simak libat cakap’ or involved conversation observation technique, recording, and taking notes technique. The data analysis method is reduction, presentation, and conclusion. Data analysis shows that the playfulness of English by hawkers comes from loan translation in the form of reduplication of Indonesian and Sasak words into English. There are two forms of loan translation: a change in the meaning of English in accordance with Sasak and Indonesian, and not experiencing a change in meaning but experiencing the addition of English meaning in accordance with Sasak and Indonesian. The factors causing the English playfulness are internal factors such as the difference in vocabulary structure from Sasak and Indonesian to English and the influence of Indonesian and Sasak as the dominant language. Factors external the language are influential in English playfulness, such as level of education, economic status, occupation, regional origin, and the situation of speech.
Kesalahan morfologi siswa di sekolah menengah pertama dan pemanfaatannya sebagai modul ajar bahasa Indonesia
Authors: Pertiwi Rindy Aswin , Assidik Gallant Karunia
Published: April 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah (1) mengungkapkan jenis dan faktor penyebab kesalahan morfologi pada penulisan teks narasi siswa kelas VII SMP PGRI 13 Gondangrejo tahun 2023/2024, (2) mengungkapkan pemanfaatannya sebagai modul ajar bahasa Indonesia. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Data penelitian ini yakni kesalahan morfologi dalam teks narasi siswa kelas VII SMP PGRI 13 Gondangrejo. Teknik baca catat, dan wawancara digunakan dalam penelitian ini. Teknik baca dengan membaca isi teks tersebut untuk mencari kesalahan morfologi. Teknik catat digunakan untuk mencatat kesalahan morfologi sesuai indikator yang telah dibuat sebelumnya. Teknik wawancara digunakan untuk mengungkapkan penyebab terjadinya kesalahan. Metode analisis data dengan meredukasi data, menyajikan data, dan menarik kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian ini diperoleh 53 kasus kesalahan pada teks narasi di antaranya 30 kesalahan afiksasi, meliputi 3 pelesapan prefiks meN-, 8 pelesapan prefiks ber-, 5 pepelesapan fonem /n/ pada sufiks -nya, 3 penyingkatan prefiks meng-,enulisan prefiks meN-, 4 kesalahan penulisan prefiks di-, 2 kesalahan penulisan sufiks -kan, 3 kesalahan penulisan konfiks di-kan, 13 kesalahan reduplikasi, dan 10 kesalahan komposisi/pemajemukan. Terjadinya kesalahan morfologi oleh siswa kelas VII SMP PGRI 13 Gondangrejo dipengaruhi oleh faktor peserta didik dan guru. Temuan penelitian ini dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai modul ajar bahasa Indonesia.
Sengkarut kemiskinan masyarakat desa dalam novel Aib dan Nasib karya Minanto
Authors: Angesty Chintya , Nurulhady Eta Farmacelia , Waluyo Sukarjo
Published: April 2024

This research was carried out with the aim of analyzing (1) the structure of “Aib dan Nasib” with heuristic reding, (2) the village and its chaos in poverty according to Robert Chambers' view, and (3) the reasons why the village community experiences a chaotic life. This research was carried out using the literary sociology method with the help of the theory of poverty put forward by Robert Chambers and presented in a qualitative descriptive manner. This research is in the form of a literature study with the novel “Aib dan Nasib” as the main source or object of research. The results of this research prove that people in rural areas tend to experience poverty due to various factors such as proper poverty, helplessness, vulnerability in facing emergency situations, dependency, and alienation. People in villages also experience a messy life caused by the shackles of poverty that never escape. The tangled threads between events make their lives even more complicated because there is no way out that can be taken because of the limitations they have.
Pendidikan feminis dalam novel Putri Kalingga karya Wibawa Wibidharma
Authors: Wiyatmi Wiyatmi , Sudiati Sudiati , Artanti Yeni
Published: April 2024

Putri Kalingga [Princess Kalingga] is one of the literary works that deals with feminist education issues, especially in the Ancient Mataram Era (7th century). The novel revolves around Shima, the daughter of the Kalingga Kingdom who received religious education at Sutha Vihara and martial arts at Kalingga Kingdom. This research aims to understand the educational process that Shima in studying Buddhism, and various kinds of knowledge and skills in playing with weapons. Qualitative feminist methods are used to analysed data from the novel Putri Kalingga by Wibawa Wibidharma (2022). The results showed that feminist education had been implemented in the Kingdom of Kalingga (7th century). There were two models of feminist education in the Kalingga Kingdom era, namely private education and education in dormitories (vihara). Private education was given by parents (rishi and mpu) to their daughters, which included various kinds of knowledge, using weapons and self-defense. In the dormitory, women were trained to become nuns, studying religion (Buddhism), law, leadership and trade, as well as self-defense. This education prepares women to play important roles in society.
Orientalism discourse reversal in Budi Darma’s Tarom short story
Authors: Waluyo Isnan
Published: April 2024

This paper aims to examine the short story Tarom by Budi Darma with theoretical knife of orientalism. The method in this study uses descriptive qualitative. The data collection technique uses the close-reading method, while the analysis technique uses the dialectical method. Edward Said’s Orientalism as a formal object and Budi Darma’s short story Tarom published by Kompas newspaper is a material object. The results of study suggest that, first, there is a polarization of ‘West’ and ‘East’ which is represented by the characters in the short story. The West in this case is depicted Germany and the East shown is Japan. Second, it does not only describe the polarization of the West and the East, but also shows the discourse of resistance. Through the depiction of the Tarom character, this short story shows the existence of a Western body with Easten thoughts. Thus, the short story Tarom displays a narrative of reversal of the Orientalism discourse.
Pengajaran apresiasi sastra Indonesia di perguruan tinggi terbuka dan jarak jauh
Authors: Rusyana Enang , Prakoso Teguh
Published: April 2024

Teaching literature equips learners with the knowledge and skills of appreciating literary works. Learners are expected to be able to feel and enjoy the beauty of literary works. Teaching literary appreciation still experiences obstacles due to limited time allocation and teacher skills. Such constraints occur in face-to-face teaching of literature appreciation, and are likely to occur in open and distance learning. It is very interesting to study considering that teachers and students in open and distance learning do not meet face-to-face in the classroom. This article describes the teaching of Indonesian literature appreciation in open and distance education. The method used is descriptive qualitative. Data were collected from the subject matter books of PBIN 4213 Poetry, PBIN 4217 Drama, and PBIN 4219 Teaching Literary Appreciation, as well as archives of their teaching implementation at the Universitas Terbuka. The teaching materials from the three subject matter books were analyzed and juxtaposed with the teaching process delivered through asynchronous online tutorials. The results of the analysis show that teaching Indonesian literature appreciation can be implemented in open and distance universities through online tutorials.
Etnis Cina pada novel Di Kaki Bukit Cibalak karya Ahmad Tohari: representasi gagasan tentang keselarasan hidup
Authors: Prakoso Teguh , Rusyana Enang , Khasanah Venus
Published: April 2024

The purpose this article is to obtain a representation of the idea of Chinese ethnic assimilation as a form of life harmony in the novel Di Kaki Bukit Cibalak (DKBC) based on the author's worldview. This article is qualitative research with descriptive analysis and a literary sociology approach based on Goldmann's genetic structuralism theory, Lotman's semiotics, and Mukařovskŷ backpack's literary aesthetics. In addition to finding the author's worldview, the text of DKBC is also seen as a dynamic aesthetic object. The primary data source is the novel DKBC by Ahmad Tohari; the secondary data source is articles and some reference literature related to diversity and harmonization. The stages of analysis were carried out using the first-level semiotic reading (heuristic) and continued with the second-level semiotic reading (hermeneutic). The results show an effort to build diversity and harmonization through blending, leading to life harmony. The emergence of Mulyani's perspective, which is different from her mother's in the novel DKBC, represents the complex and heterogeneous side of human life. The assimilation of ethnic Chinese is an important message about diversity and heterogeneity in Ahmad Tohari's novels. In such a context, the harmony of life represents ideas that the author voices well.