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Sistem Informasi Perjalanan Dinas Berbasis Web pada Direktorat Bina Usaha Perdagangan
Authors: Praptama Dima Septa , Widiyanti Sri , Aziz Riyan Abdul
Published: January 2024

Dalam era kemajuan teknologi informasi dan ilmu pengetahuan, pengolahan data melalui komputer memainkan peranan signifikan dalam bidang informasi. Namun, banyak lembaga pemerintah masih belum menerapkan sistem informasi secara optimal, termasuk dalam pengelolaan Perjalanan Dinas. Penelitian ini berfokus pada pengembangan Sistem Informasi Perjalanan Dinas Berbasis Web untuk Direktorat Bina Usaha Perdagangan. Kendala saat ini adalah penggunaan manual Ms. Office Word dan Excel dalam pengelolaan perjalanan dinas, mengakibatkan kesalahan dan keterlambatan. Untuk mengatasi masalah ini, penelitian ini merancang sebuah sistem berbasis web yang meliputi pengelolaan Nominatif Perjalanan Dinas, Pertanggungjawaban, Pengembalian, dan Laporan Perjalanan Dinas. Penelitian ini mengusulkan metode pengembangan dengan menggunakan pendekatan prototipe. Tahap perancangan melibatkan partisipasi pengguna yang memainkan peran krusial dalam merancang spesifikasi perangkat lunak. Hasil dari tahap ini mencakup organisasi sistem, struktur data, dan komponen lainnya. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi dan wawancara dengan pihak terkait. Dalam tahap pengembangan, sistem dirancang berdasarkan desain yang telah dibuat dan informasi dari Direktorat Bina Usaha Perdagangan. Feedback dari pengguna diintegrasikan dalam tahap pengembangan untuk memastikan kesesuaian aplikasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sistem informasi ini mampu mempercepat dan mempermudah proses pembuatan Surat Perjalanan Dinas. Dengan implementasi sistem ini, diharapkan Bagian Keuangan Direktorat Bina Usaha Perdagangan dapat mengelola perjalanan dinas dengan lebih efisien sesuai peraturan yang berlaku. Penelitian ini menghasilkan rekomendasi bagi lembaga serupa untuk mengadopsi solusi serupa dalam pengelolaan perjalanan dinas.
Pengembangan Prototipe Aplikasi Pesantren Kilat (APASKIL) Berbasis Mobile Pada Ikatan Remaja Masjid
Authors: Aditiyawarman Didih , Khusno Wahyu Pandowo
Published: January 2024

Pesantren kilat merupakan kegiatan yang biasa dilakukan pada bulan suci Ramadhan dan diikuti oleh siswa-siswi sekolah baik sekolah dasar maupun sekolah menengah. Kegiatan pesantren kilat ini umumnya diselenggarakan dan dilakukan secara internal oleh pihak sekolah masing-masing dan ada juga yang dilakukan oleh Masjida atau pengajian di lingkungan siswa berada. Kegiatan pesantren kilat Ramadhan di lingkungan masjid biasanya diselenggarakan oleh Ikatan Remaja Masjid (IRMA) yang merupakan organisasi masjid dengan pengurusnya adalah remaja-remaja di wilayah masjid tersebut berada. Penyelenggaraan pesantren kilat yang dijalankan umumnya bersifat konvensional dengan pengolahan data melalui pencatatan kertas. Untuk memudahkan pengolahan data kegiatan pesantren kilat perlu dibuatkan suatu rancangan aplikasi berbasis mobile sehingga dapat digunakan oleh pengguna dengan mudah kapan saja dan dimana saja. Perancangan aplikasi pesantren kilat (APASKIL) ini dirancang dengan menggunakan model prototipe dan system dikembangankan melalui pemodelan UML dan Basis Data yang terintergarasi dengan aplikasi. Aplikasi ini nantinya dapat digunakan oleh tiga pengguna yaitu pengurus IRMA sebagai Admin, siswa sebagai peserta dan Guru sebagai pengajar. Aplikasi ini diharapkan kegiatan pesantren kilat dapat diselenggarakan dengan lebih interaktif karena adanya interaksi antara siswa dan guru. Dengan adanya aplikasi ini diharapkan pengolahan data kegiatan pesantren kilat seperti data siswa, data absensi, data guru dan jadwal dan data nilai dapat dilakukan dengan lebih mudah dan cepat.
Strategi Pengembangan Produk Perbankan Syariah Dan Prospek Perkembangannya Dalam Industri Perbankan
Authors: Putra Zulfadli Nugraha Triyan , Nurnasrina Nurnasrina , Sunandar Heri
Published: January 2024

Tujuan – Tulisan ini membahas prospek perkembangan produk perbankan syariah dalam industri perbankan modern, serta strategi yang digunakan untuk pengembangan produk bank syariah.
Metode – Pendekatan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah riset perpustakaan (library research) dengan mengadopsi pemikiran dan pendapat para ahli yang memiliki keterkaitan secara langsung atau tidak langsung dengan topik yang sedang dibahas.
Hasil – Hasil diskusi pengembangan produk perbankan syariah harus disesuaikan dengan kualitas produk, keandalan sumber daya, serta jangkauan jaringan kantor dan layanan bank syariah. Strategi untuk pengembangan produk perbankan syariah yaitu; menciptakan produk baru dan mengembangkan variasi pada produk yang sudah ada (repackaging).
Originalitas – Penelitian ini mengungkap strategi pengembangan dan prospek perkembangan produk perbankan syariah dalam industri perbankan di era modern.
Implikasi – Strategi pengembangan produk dengan cara repackaging ataupun dengan cara mengembangkan produk baru akan membantu perbankan syariah dalam menciptakan produk yang sesuai dengan kebutuhan konsumen dan membut produk perbankan syariah bersaing dengan produk jasa keuangan lainnya.
Analisis Literasi Keuangan Pada Kelompok Tani Saluyu
Authors: Sevriana Lufthia , Debyola Widuhung Sisca
Published: January 2024

Tujuan  : Tujuan penelitian ini adalah memberikan kontribusi untuk pemulihan ekonomi Desa Saluyu dengan menyampaikan keterbatasan warga Desa untuk mengakses Layanan Keuangan Formal
Metode – Metode yang digunakan dalan penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif wawancara dan observasi terstruktur. Wawancara dilakukan secara terbuka untuk membentuk konstruk penelitian dengan mengikuti arah pembicaraan informan. Sementara itu observasi dilakukan dengan posisi observer diketahui oleh informan.
Hasil – Masyarakat terbiasa meminjam kepada Bank Emok, yang diisitilahkan demikian karena Rentenir yang keliling ke rumah warga selalu duduk di lantai dengan posisi Emok, yakni posisi duduk sopan lesehan. Mereka dikenal dengan ciri khas membuat nasabah mengucapkan ikrar untuk membayar pokok pinjaman dengan bunganya tepat waktu. Pelaksanaan penyuluhan akan dibantu oleh Kader Tarka dari Cileunyi Kulon dan Tegal Sumedang.
Originalitas (Novelty)- Faktor lokasi dan kurangnya literasi tentang kemudahan dan keuntungan dalam mengakses layanan keuangan formal membuat para warga  di Komunitas Petani Saluyu lebih memilih untuk menggunakan layanan keuangan yang informal yang dinilai lebih sederhana.
Implikasi – Dari temuan tersebut, diperlukan sosialisasi yang dinamis dan berkelanjutan antara  akademisi, komunitas literasi keuangan dan perbankan untuk memberikan literasi yang tepat dan dapat dengan mudah diterima para warga di  Komunitas Petani Saluyu sehingga  tercipta perubahan perilaku para warga dalam mengakses layanan keuangan
Apakah fintech lending berpengaruh terhadap kinerja bank syariah di indonesia?
Authors: Sudirman Wahyu Febri Ramadhan , Sari Efti Novita , Reza Saru , Syaipudin Muhammad , Hidayat Hidayat
Published: January 2024

Tujuan - Artikel ini bertujuan untuk menginvestigasi pengaruh fintech lending terhadap kinerja bank syariah di Indonesia. Fintech lending, yang telah mengalami pertumbuhan pesat dalam beberapa tahun terakhir, menawarkan layanan pinjaman berbasis teknologi kepada individu dan bisnis.

Metode - Penelitian yang digunakan dalam artikel ini adalah analisis data panel, dengan menggunakan data dari bank syariah yang terdaftar di Indonesia selama periode 2019-2021. Data dianalisis dengan emnggunakan Eviews 10 dengan menguji asumsi kelasik yang disayaratkan untuk metode OLS.

Hasil - Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa fintech lending memiliki pengaruh positif terhadap kinerja bank syariah di Indonesia. Fintech lending berkontribusi positif terhadap profitabilitas bank syariah dengan meningkatkan pendapatan dan mengurangi biaya operasional.

Originalitas (Novelty) - dari penelitian ini terletak pada fokusnya pada pengaruh fintech lending terhadap kinerja bank syariah di Indonesia. Penelitian ini memberikan pemahaman yang lebih dalam tentang perubahan industri keuangan yang diakibatkan oleh fintech lending dan dampaknya pada bank syariah. Meskipun terdapat penelitian sebelumnya tentang fintech lending dan bank syariah secara terpisah, penelitian ini menggabungkan kedua bidang tersebut dan menghasilkan pemahaman baru tentang hubungan antara keduanya di konteks Indonesia.

Implikasi - Penelitian ini diharapakan bisa dijadikan bank syariah dalam memformulasikan strategi yang tepat untuk menghadapi tantangan yang dihadirkan oleh fintech lending. Hal ini dapat meliputi peningkatan inovasi produk dan layanan, serta kolaborasi yang lebih kuat dengan fintech lending. Selain itu, regulator juga perlu mempertimbangkan kebijakan yang mendukung perkembangan bank syariah dan fintech lending secara seimbang di Indonesia.
Utilization of Mangosteen Skin Into A Halal Drink and Thayyib As A Business Opportunity In The Form Of Health Coffee Powder
Authors: Nuraini Nuraini , Vinuzia Mala
Published: January 2024

This study aims to educate the public so that they can use mangosteen peel waste that has been consumed, so that it is not turned into useless waste, but can be used as a selling point that is beneficial for health and to help the creative economy for residents and SMEs in the hamlet. Ireng Daye, Jatisela Village, Gunungsari District, West Lombok Regency. The method used in this study was direct observation, with a validation test of the efficacy of mangosteen peel coffee, the type of qualitative research, while the data sources used were primary and secondary data, namely finding and collecting various information and records, books, journals that related to the object of research. The problem faced is the local community's lack of awareness of the benefits of mangosteen peel so that the mangosteen peel waste is not responded to properly, due to the lack of human resources and knowledge of the benefits of mangosteen peel. The results showed that instant KBM powder contained alpha-mangostin levels of 0.59 mg/g, anthocyanins 1.13 mg/g, and phenolic levels of 8.49 mg/g per unit weight of dry sample. the conclusion of this study. In order to be used as a herbal medicinal product is mangosteen rind. The most popular benefit is to overcome heart disease, cancer and other degenerative diseases. In order to be useful as a business opportunity by various ways of packaging as original coffee powder drinks.
Pricing Evaluation Using The Cost-Plus Pricing Method at CV Macarindo Berkah Group in Jember District
Authors: Tiara Tiara , Maulidia Yulinar , Kantun Sri
Published: January 2024

This study aims to evaluate the determination of the selling price using the cost-plus pricing method on CV Macarindo Berkah Group with existing standards. This research is evaluative and the data collection method used in this study is a document. The data analysis method used in this study is evaluative analysis. The components assessed in this study are the completeness of cost classification based on the main function in the company, based on the relationship with something being financed, based on the relationship with the level of activity, and the completeness of the selling price stages using the cost-plus pricing method. Based on the 14 components evaluated, 9 components comply with the standard. Components that have not been carried out are the classification of costs based on their relationship to something being financed, the absence of ROI (Return Of Investment), cost classification, and income statement. The suitability level of setting the selling price using the cost-plus pricing method at CV Macarindo Berkah Group shows that it is following existing standards with a conformity level of 64.28%. The suitability of setting the selling price seen from the percentage results shows the criteria of "Appropriate". A discrepancy of 35.72% can be replaced with a similar function.
The Effect of Physical Work Environment, Personality and Fairness on Employee Performance at PT Sinar Jaya
Authors: Nasrip Muhamad , Pono Nur Fajar
Published: January 2024

This study aims to examine the effect of the physical work environment, personality and fairness on employee performance at PT Sinar Jaya. This study uses statistical data with quantitative research, the study population is 130 employees, using probability sampling method with saturated sampling technique. The test analysis uses path analysis with the help of the PLS SEM program. The results of this study state that the physical work environment has no effect and is not significant on employee performance at PT Sinar Jaya, personality has an effect and is significant on employee performance at PT Sinar Jaya and fairness has an effect and significant on employee performance at PT Sinar Jaya. Due to unproven findings in one of the variables, PT Sinar Jaya needs to reorganize by placing employees according to their abilities and always providing ideas to think ahead. For further research, it is necessary to be more specific regarding the indicators used in the physical work environment. It also needs to be re-examined at different agencies by combining other variables that can support the achievement of performance such as non-physical work environment and organizational justice.
PENGARUH KOMUNIKASI TERHADAP PRODUKTIVITAS KERJA KARYAWAN PADA LEMBAGA SMART FAST GLOBAL EDUCATION PEKANBARU
Authors: Fuaddi Husni , Amenda Rafika
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of communication on employee work productivity at the Pekanbaru Smart Fast Global Education Institute. The sample in this study were 34 employees of the Smart Fast Global Education Pekanbaru Institute. Analysis of the data used is the validity test, reliability test, normality test simple linear regression, coefficient of determination test and T test. The results of the research are the effect of communication on employee work productivity at the Smart Fast Global Education Pekanbaru Institute which has a significant effect with a determination coefficient value R2 of 0.398 . This means that the work productivity variable (Y) is influenced by the communication variable (X) by 39.8%, while the remaining 60.2% is explained by other factors not examined by the authors. The communication variable (X) has a positive influence on work productivity (Y) with a regression coefficient of 0.790 indicating that if communication increases by 1 unit, the employee productivity variable will increase by 0.311, which means that the higher the communication, the higher the work productivity. The results of the hypothesis test show that the value of t count > t table (4.604 > 1.693) with sig 0.000 < sig 0.05 which means Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted. So it can be concluded that communication has a significant effect on employee work productivity at the Smart Fast Global Education Institute.
PARADOKS BADAI PHK STARTUP: MENCAPAI SUSTAINABILITY DENGAN PENERAPAN AKUNTANSI MANAJEMEN
Authors: Irfan Andi , Febria Dessyka , Fithriyana Rinda
Published: January 2024

The potential for startups to grow is not in line with the success of the startup itself. Finance is one of the problems that causes startup failure. This article examines how efforts to achieve sustainability by applying management accounting to find solutions to startup layoffs. The method used is literature study through review of research results, scientific references, online and offline literature. The result of this article is that startups can consider using an Activity Based Budgeting (ABB) approach to be able to prepare better budgets going forward. one of the causes of failure is the mismatch between the products being developed and market needs, so the application of benchmarking can be considered to rise and develop the business. Using ERP software, startups can create efficiency in work and excel in service so that business goals are achieved.
What are the impacts of architectural design on occupants’ well-being, and how can architects optimize spaces to enhance productivity?
Authors: Mubinova Shakhzoda , Gokgol Merve Kevser
Published: January 2024

In the context of rising urbanization and the growing enhancement of green architecture, architectural design is a topic of increasing importance. This study examines the detailed relationship between architectural design and the human experience, emphasizing the significant effects of design decisions on people's well-being. The research delves into the psychological effects of architectural design and explores how architects can optimize spaces to increase occupants' productivity and well-being while taking environmental sustainability and cost-efficiency into account. Numerous studies have demonstrated the critical relationship between indoor environmental conditions and occupant well-being. This study examines the relationships between architecture and the effects that various elements have on inhabitants' moods, behavior, and general well-being, including ventilation, lighting, color, layout, and biophilic design. Further, it discusses possible solutions that could be implemented, such as eco-friendly architectural design, adaptable floor plans, biophilic design principles, and a variety of color and aesthetic decisions to create environments that foster occupant comfort, creativity, and productivity. The study does, however, identify a few limitations including the possible financial effects of incorporating sustainable design elements. Architects can play a critical role in creating environments that improve the quality of life and productivity of their occupants while respecting the environment and budgetary constraints by taking into account the psychological effects of design choices and advocating for innovative, sustainable, and occupant-centric design approaches.
Eco-print Batik: Eco-Friendly Products of Green Business based on Indigenous Knowledge in Bantul
Authors: Syafril Elsa Putri Ermisah , Agel Hadara Haqqira
Published: January 2024

Indonesia has diversity culture, one of them is batik. One of Indonesian batik is eco-print batik in Bantul, Yogyakarta. It is a type of batik that made by using utilizes natural dyes from leaf, root or stem dyes that are placed on a piece of fabric. Eco-print batik is an eco-friendly product and is based on the potential and local knowledge of the local community. Therefore, the objectives of this research are: (1) to explain the existence of eco-print batik in Bantul, Yogyakarta; (2) to explain the process of making eco-print batik in Bantul that eco-friendly products of green business; (3) to identify and strengthen the concept of eco-friendly products of green business based on indigenous knowledge by the case of eco-print batik in Bantul. The research method is qualitative with an ethnographic approach. The data are collected by participatory observation (directly observing the process of making eco-print batik), in-depth interviews, documentation, and document studies on eco-products, especially eco-print batik. The informant of this research are the eco-print batik crafters. Then, the data are analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model analysis. The results of this research, are: (1) eco-print batik is a technique of applying leaves or flowers on a fabric to produce certain (natural) motifs. It was introduced in Indonesia around 2016 and easily accepted by Indonesian textile crafters because Indonesia has strong roots in the tradition of natural dyeing and textile arts (batik process). In 2018, eco-print is increasingly gaining attention and popularity, especially for one of the batik crafters in Bantul with a workshop space, namely Sogga Batik. (2) The process of making eco-print batik uses several techniques, such as pounding, leaf fermentation, and steaming techniques. From the three techniques, Yanti Sogga in Bantul prefers the steaming technique because the resulting color is strong and long lasting. The process is not too long. Moreover, the materials used (input), the process, the product (output), and marketing method in eco-print batik are very eco-friendly because these concern about environmental sustainability. (3) The concept of eco-friendly products of green business based on indigenous knowledge by the case of eco-print batik in Bantul is being the novelty concept, namely the “indigenous eco-friendly product” by strengthening and combining Sommer’s green business components, ILO’s green business elements, and 3R method (go green concept) with indigenous knowledge perspective.
Understanding and Addressing Societal Pressures on Men with Psychiatric Illness: An Analysis of Barriers, Treatment, and Psychological Practices
Authors: Ozdemir Saliha
Published: January 2024

Men afflicted with psychiatric disorders encounter significant challenges in seeking treatment, compounded by societal expectations influenced by patriarchal norms. These obstacles encompass social stigma, exclusion, and the erosion of power, reputation, and self-assurance. Understanding the plight of men rendered incapable due to psychiatric conditions or triggered situations is crucial, necessitating tailored solutions. This study aims to address the mental health deterioration experienced by men within societal constructs, their compulsion to conceal mental illness due to social pressures, and the implementation of social service practices for male rehabilitation and treatment. The study is structured into three primary sections, delving into theories, methodologies, laws, regulations, and associated legislation. The subsequent section presents findings and recommendations on the subject matter.
Strengthening plastic pollution governance in the Mediterranean: The Barcelona Convention's role
Authors: Karakus Burak Batuhan
Published: January 2024

Plastic pollution constitutes a critical threat to the Mediterranean marine ecosystem, with immense volumes of plastic waste flowing into the shared sea from over 20 bordering states. This research analyzes plastic pollution governance in the Mediterranean region through the lens of the Barcelona Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment and the Coastal Region of the Mediterranean. It scrutinizes the policy gaps between the Barcelona Convention’s protocols and decisions concerning plastic waste, against on-the-ground implementation shortcomings enabling the continuity of plastic pollution. Absent monitoring capacities, limited enforcement of regulations, inadequate waste management infrastructure, and unchecked plastic production and use are examined as foremost implementation weaknesses. To bridge the governance gap, the paper delineates prospective policy, technological, financial and capacity-building interventions to curb plastic pollution based on the Barcelona Convention’s architecture. Proposed priority actions include consolidating monitoring programs, implementing Extended Producer Responsibility, integrating informal waste sectors, establishing a regional plastic waste fund, standardizing labeling, and banning select single-use plastics. This study aims to uncover governance solutions to advance regional anti-plastic pollution efforts. The research employs textual analysis of Barcelona Convention protocols and decisions, complemented by third-party data on plastic waste flows, management capacities, and policy evaluations for Mediterranean nations.
Strategically bridging the governance gap is critical for Barcelona Convention members to progress on commitments to mitigate plastic pollution and safeguard the Mediterranean Sea.
Vision on India’s hunger rate index with special reference to the mission of sustainable development reform
Authors: Athista Lakshmi M. , Parvathi Devi M. , Malini Ramu
Published: January 2024

Hunger is the one of the biggest challenges in independent India. To tackle this challenge sustainable development goals were adopted with the target year of 2023. This instigates the researchers to compare the pre and post sustainable development reform of zero hunger indicators to analyse the India’s performance towards the vision of zero hunger. The result of the disclosed that India has made a progress towards the mission of sustainable development reform by reducing child stunting and undernourishment.
Pre and post impact of GST on medicines: Retailers’ perspective
Authors: Malini Ramu , Ebanisha J. , Sorna Veni K.
Published: January 2024

GST is known as the Goods and Service Tax levied to improve economic condition of nation.  The implementations of GST have impact on the entire sector including the pharmaceutical industries.  The GST Rates for medicines were decided by the GST council. GST is levied under 5 different rates, namely NIL, 5%, 12%, 18% and 28% based on the HSN code of the item.  The general statement is GST is positively impact on the Indian Pharmaceutical Industries via the four different taxes levied on the medicines and it reduced the cost of production and it helps to business daily operations.  Retailers are supplying medicine to the ultimate customers from manufacturers; but the medicine retailers’ survival depends on Government rules and regulation.  To trace out the reliability of the statement “GST makes some positive impact and some negative impacts” the researchers have chosen the research area entitled “Pre and Post Impact of GST on Medicines: Retailers’ Perspective”.  The researchers to attain the objectives, the primary data collected from 67 retailers by adopting Convenient Sampling method with help of structural questionnaire.  Garrett Ranking Techniques has been adopted to prove the result qualitatively as well as quantitatively.
Managerial practice and skills related factors affecting productivity: An empirical study among the managers
Authors: Rajan Durairaj
Published: January 2024

The aim of this empirical, quantitative and survey based descriptive research undertaken in Tirunelveli city of Tamil Nadu, India is to examine the perception of the managers working in non-medical departments in private multi-speciality hospitals towards managerial practice and skills related factors affecting their productivity.  The study has sampled 50 managers from the leading private multi-speciality hospitals using convenience and judgement sampling techniques.  Primary data were collected using structured self-made questionnaire.  Secondary data were collected from books, journals, thesis, projects, and conference proceedings. Percentage, mean, and standard deviation were administered to analyse the data.  The analysis of the study have revealed that the factors, lack of freedom for initiative, risk taking and  decision making and lack of respect for own value; too much responsibility with inadequate authority which delay and affect taking decision; insufficient guidelines to solve problems and take decisions especially when higher officials are not available; difficulty to comply with some kind of people such as those who pass negative information to management to safeguard the job; and higher expectation from superiors, co-workers, subordinates and patients and feeling of inadequacy to fulfil it are the foremost managerial practice and skills related factors affecting their productivity.  Lack of ability to influence other departments which are not under direct control as part of work; fear to communicate to higher officials and to answer their phone call with regard to the work assigned; feeling of inadequate skills to deal with emotional distress, rumours and criticism of superiors, coworkers and patients; and  feeling difficult to take decision when the superior or Director is unavailable are the next foremost managerial practice and skills related factors affecting their productivity.
Analysis of female Olympic runner’s performance based on diets
Authors: L. Pham Tiffany , Gokgol Merve
Published: January 2024

This study presents the impact of omnivorous (OMN) and vegan (VG) diets on female Olympic runners’ performance. It seeks to ascertain which diet would yield superior outcomes. Three VG runners and three OMNI runners will be evaluated as part of the study to compare their athletic abilities. This paper proposes that VG female Olympic runners will outperform those following the OMNI diet. This study will be conducted in six steps: (1) the basic insight of how each diet affects a runner’s performance, (2) analysis and calculations of VG runner’s performance development prior to the appropriate Olympic games, (3) analysis and calculations of OMNI development on each runner with equivalent years before the corresponding Olympic games, (4) comparison between the OMNI and VG runners of the 1-year development, (5) comparison between the OMNI and VG runners of the 3-year development, and (6) comparison between the OMNI and VG runners of the 6-year development. The study reveals a complex relationship between dietary choices (VG and OMN) and runners' performance, with the OMNI group showing superior results in two instances.
The corporate social responsibility disclosure in Vietnam
Authors: Anh Doan Ngoc Phi , Thao Le Ha Nhu , Cuong Vo Van
Published: January 2024

In the context of economic integration and climate change, the companies need to conduct corporate social responsibility practices to meet the sustainable development. This study attempts to assess the extent of corporate social responsibility disclosure (CSRD) in case of 601 listed Vietnamese enterprises. Data is gathered from Vietnamese listed annual reports, financial statements, and other sources. The amount of voluntary and mandatory CSRD is measured by Global Reporting Initiatives (GRI) recommendations and Vietnamese regulations, respectively. The findings indicate that the general level of CSRD in Vietnam is low, no mandatory CSR items are revealed by all enterprises, and the amount of CSRD varies by industry sector. To enhance the CSRD of Vietnamese listed firms, local government is suggested to strengthen propaganda for enterprises on the obligations and benefits of implementing CSR.
Customer behavior when experiencing smart retail technology: a conceptual framework
Authors: Ngoc Le Thi Bich , Thuy Nguyen Thi Bich , Nguyen Nguyen Phuc
Published: January 2024

Due to the rapid growth of Smart Retail Technology (SRT) in the digital age, the retail industry has transformed how it engages with customers and manages daily operations. This research utilizes the Value-Based Adoption Model to investigate the mechanism that may affect to customer loyalty to retail stores and electronic Word-of-Mouth (eWOM) behavior following their experience with SRT, focusing on customers' value-oriented perspectives that may not have received adequate attention in previous studies. Based on the literature review, this study identifies five factors affecting the perceived value of a customer and, consequently, his/her loyalty behavior. It also proposes the research framework to analyze customer behavior when experiencing smart retail technology.
Diagnosis of pin worm at primary schools of Wasit province
Authors: Rahi Abdulsadah Abdulabbas
Published: January 2024

Three hundred children were examined for detecting of Enterobius vermicularis ( pinworm ) at primary schools in Wasit province. The cellulose adhesive ( Scotch ) tape method was employed . All were examined once except for few cases. The incidence among 300 patients was 65.3 % ; that of 116 patients was males ( 59.1 % ) and 80 patients was females (40.9%).There was no difference in infection rate with regard to sex. The peak age of infection was the 6 to 9 year old group. According to the districts , the study appeared a higher incidence in rural areas than urban. This is statistically significant.
Ion Irradiation Induce Surface Modifications of InSb(001)
Authors: Saeed Salah. R.
Published: January 2024

Morphological development on InSb(001) surfaces, under ion irradiation, has been investigated by means of Atomic Force Microscopy in UHV conditions. The InSb(001) surface has been exposed to Ar+ beam with varying incident angles (from 0° to 80° off-normal) for energy 4.0 keV and fluence 4x1017 ion/cm2. Different kinds of nanostructures, depending on ion incident angle, have been observed on the irradiated surfaces such as nanocavities, or nanorings and nanodots, preferentially for close to normal incidence, and well-order ripples for the oblique incidence. The formation of ripple structures on InSb(001) surfaces as a function of the incidence angle has been observed. The orientation of the ripples has been found to be incident angle dependent and it is perpendicular, or parallel to the ion beam projection on the irradiated surface for angles of 45° and 80°, respectively.. The results have been discussed in terms of ballistic processes of sputtering and Bradley Harper theory for surface modifications.
Prevalence of Amoebic Dysentery Among Population of Wasit Province
Authors: Ali Majidah Abdul Khaliq , Hameed Shaima'a Shakir , Kasim Mohammed
Published: January 2024

A microscopic examination of multiple faeces samples of 600 persons was carried out in Al-Karama hospital,Wasit province from October 2009 to Feberuary 2010. Overall prevalence of Entamoeba histolytica was 60(10%). Prevalence increased rapidly in age group(1day-10year) and there were no real differences between males and females. Prevalence was higher among families who live in rural areas than those in urban areas. The highest infection rate was recorded in December and the lowest was recorded in October.
The effect of double brace plastic sacked of some palm trees varieties bunches in fruits protection from fruits losses, fungi and insects infections
Authors: Mutlag Abd Al-Hussein Hamad
Published: January 2024

The method of double brace plastic sacked bunches fruits of date palm is studied for the varieties are Khadhrawi , Zehdy , Shauthy and Kstawie .There was decrease percentage in fruit loss and also in insect infection percentage and fruits fungus rot .The fruits fungus rot diagnosed.. The highest infection percentage in fruits was 60% fungus by the Aspergillus niger in Khadhrawi variety .The Correlation is significant at P< 0.05 level for Khadhrawi , Zehdy and at P< 0.01 level for zehydy varieties
Cosine Transform and Shift Number Coding uses for 24-Bit Bitmap image Coding
Authors: Al-barznji Ammar O. Hassan
Published: January 2024

This paper represents an approach for image coding which consists of three parts: The first part is DCT which is used one dimensional discrete cosine transform converts each (n-pixel) into frequency domain, then reduces number of frequency domain elements by deleting half number of elements. The second part applies SNC (Shift Number Coding) on the remained coefficient elements, these elements are converted to integer number. SNC does not need to compute the probability for an image file, just compute the values for each coefficient in frequency domain matrix. The value is computed by selecting maximum number in matrix, then it divides the interval {0…1} by maximum number. This value is shifted by shift function then sum with previous value, the total values represent Compression Value. Finally the arithmetic coding used to compress the matrix of compression value into stream of bits. This approach is tested with three types of images, and compared with JPEG, PNG, and TIFF by using Compression Ratio and PSNR.
Ectoparasites of Rodents from some Districts in Baghdad
Authors: Raad Hammodi Hasson  , Al-Zubaidi Haleem Hamza
Published: January 2024

A total of 91 rodents were identified including Rattus norvegicus (n=58) , Rattus rattus (n=31) & Mus musculus( n=2) which were collected from five districts of Baghdad area during 2005-2006 ; with total general ectoparasites prevalence infestation (72.5%). A total of 306 ectoparasites were collected comprising flea, lice, mites and tick . Eight species of ectoparasites were identified , comprising flea , Xenopsylla cheopis ; tick , Hyalomma asiaticum asiaticum ; lice , Hoploplerura oenomydis, H. acanthopus, Polyplax spinulosa; mites , Dermanyssus gallinae, Ornithonyssus bacoti , Laelaps echidnina. Mites recorded highest prevalence and index then lice with least flea and tick prevalence's and indices in general ; Only mites were collected from Mus musculus. Rattus rattus ectoparasites means were higher than that of Rattus norvegicus but not statistically significant (P=0.231) , while there were Statistically significant differences detected with chi square (P = 0.008), and Kruskal-Wallis one way analysis of variance on rank (P > 0.001) at 0.05 level between one or two means of lice , mites , fleas and ticks of Rattus norvegicus , Rattus rattus & Mus musculus . Given parameters of rodents vector arthropods understudy could assists in control of zoonotic diseases such as plague and murine typhus .
Multipole Mixing Ratios of Gamma Rays From Ge 70 32 (p,nγ) As 70 33 Reaction Using the Constant Statistical Tensor Method (CST)
Authors: Resen Mohammed Juber
Published: January 2024

The δ-Multipole mixing ratios of  -transitions from levels of 70As populated in the Ge 70 32 (p,nγ) As 70 33 reaction are calculated by using the constant statistical tensor method (CST). This method has been used in other works [1-5] but only with pure transitions orwith transitions that can be considered as pure transitions. In our work, we used this method for mixed gamma -transitions in addition to pure gmma - transitions. The experimental angular distribution coefficients (a2) was used from previous work [6] in order to calculet δ-values.
Prevalence of Entamoeba histolytica Among Population at Wasit Province
Authors: Rahi Abdulsadah Abdulabbas , Enas M. Mutlak
Published: January 2024

Entamoeba histolytica is intestinal protozoan parasite still major health problem in tropical and subtropical areas. Diarrhoeal stool specimens from 78 persons between age of 1 month and 60 years attending to Al-Karamah's Hospital at Wasit Province of Iraq, were examined for the presence of Entamoeba hitolytica. Of these,13 out of 78 patients, (16.6%) were found infected with parasite. The distribution of Entamoeba hitolytica infection among the population surveyed were also analysed according to the gender and age.The higher infection was appeared in males (20 %) than females (10.7). Prevalence of E. histolytica was found to increase with age group(21- 40) years (22%) whereas absent in age group ( < 1).
Histopathological Study on Patients with Transitional Cell Carcinoma of Urinary Bladder in Al-Diwaniyah City/ Iraq
Authors: Al-Hamadani Adnan Hamad , Al-Bideri Adnan Wahied , Al-Janabi Wa'ad Mohammed
Published: January 2024

This study conducted on inpatients admitted to Al-Diwaniyah teaching hospital at period from January to June 2010 to recognize the histopathological changes of tumor cells of urinary bladder in comparison with normal cells. The histopathological examination of urinary tract infections (UTIs) showed normal thickness of urothelium, in addition, the submucosa and the muscular tissue were congested and oedematous. The present study showed that the transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder divided into three major grades: Grade І , Grade ІІ, Grade ІІІ. In this study, the immunehistochemical expression of cytokeratin 7 used to confirm the diagnosis of urinary bladder cancer. The results revealed a positive and negative reaction between tumor cells and cytokeratin7 antibody.
Overweight in Relation to Dental Caries in Primary and Permanent Teeth among Children Aged 7-9 years in Wassit Governorate- Iraq
Authors: Hanah Fadal Abaas
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between overweight and dental caries in primary and permanent teeth among Iraqi children aged 7-9 years of both genders in Wassit Governorate . The sample was collected during a period started from 1/ September to 1/November 2010. The weight and height of children were measured using Electronic Body Scale and BMI was calculated to each child in this study. In the present study, it was found that percent of overweight and obesity was 6% and it increased with age. Results showed the mean of DMFT for overweight children was (1.4±1.38) while for normal weight children was (1.29±1.42) and the mean of dmft for overweight children was (4.52 ± 2.51) compared to (4.27 ± 2.56) for normal weight school children. In addition, it was found that prevalence of dental caries in overweight children was 100% and 60% for primary and permanent dentitions, respectively and the prevalence in normal weight was 92.8% and 53.6% for primary and permanent dentitions, respectively. Statistical analysis showed no significant association between overweight and dental caries in primary and permanent teeth. It was concluded that overweight school children had higher mean dental caries scores( DMFT and dmft) and higher prevalence of dental caries in primary and permanent teeth than normal weight school children but there was no significant association between overweight and dental caries prevalence and severity.
Evaluation of Empirical Equations of Asymmetry Parameter for Magic Nuclei in Z forn,  Reaction of Incident Neutron Energy 14.5 MeV
Authors: Al-Attabi Hadi Dewiej
Published: January 2024

In this study, the magic nuclei are divided into two groups: the middle group and the heavy group. The shell corrections were calculated for all nuclei. The relationship between cross sections for nuclear reactions n,  and the mass number (A) for all nuclei to incident neutrons (14.5 MeV) were calculated. We found empirical equations to asymmetry parameter (N-Z)/A as function of massnumber and for those two groups.
The Effect of Emulsified Asphalt-Salt resistance Cement on Collapsibility of Gypseous soil
Authors: Deffaee Asaad Hafith
Published: January 2024

The main aim of this research is to investigate the effect of emulsified asphalt and cement (Salt resistance) mixture (i.e. the effect of emulsified asphalt–cement mixture) on the collapsibility of gypseous soil. The soil used in this study has been brought from Samara City (About 180 Km) north of Baghdad, with gypsum content of (69%). Series of collapse tests is performed on the soil in its natural state and after treatment by emulsified asphalt-cement mixture, Two percentages of emulsified asphalt are employed and four percentages of salt resistance cement –emulsified asphalt mixture are used in this study. the results of collapsibility tests show that the collapsibility of treated soil samples decreases upon increasing the percentage of emulsified asphalt. Better results were obtained when treated with emulsified asphalt –cement mixture. The results of collapse tests show almost the same behavior with increasing the percentage of emulsified asphalt and cement.
Reduce spherical aberration of doublet of combined quadrupole lenses (rectangular model)
Authors: Fatma N. Gaafer
Published: January 2024

The optimization calculations are made to find the optimum properties of doublet of combined quadrupole lens consist of electrostatic and magnetic lenses to produce reduce spherical aberration lens. The rectangular model is used and finds the properties of lens as the magnification and aberration coefficient. To find the optimum value of spherical aberration coefficient, the effect of both the excitation parameter of the lens, distance between of lenses and the effective wave length of the lens as active parameter to get the optimization.
The therapeutic effect of Silybum marianum on the Lead Acetate Induced - Reproductive Toxicity in Both Gender Laboratory Rats
Authors: Al-Naimi Rajiha Abdul Satar
Published: January 2024

The aim of the study was attempted to make knowledge on the therapeutic effect of Silybum marianum methanolic extract on both gender rats on reproductive toxicity induced by lead acetate. Results showed toxicopathological changes in testis, epididymis, ductus deferens, uterus and ovaries after two months. Treatment with plant extract the severity of lesions decreased gradually until reaching the stage of resolution.
Study of recombination's effect oncharacteristic and self -phase modulation in semiconductor optical amplifier
Authors: Banaz Omer Rasheed
Published: January 2024

This paper presents a detailed simulation study of the spontaneous and auger recombination on amplification characteristic and self -phase modulation in travelling- wave (TW) semiconductor optical amplifier (SOAs). The effect is studied on the gain, output signal power, nonlinear phase shift spectrum, and shape of amplified pulse at a range of drive currents. For small value of recombination, gain and output signal power were large, and the peak spectrum shifts more to longer wavelengths.
The calculation of burn up for Cs-137 to study fuel UO2 by universal code ORIGEN
Authors: Essa Abbas Fadil
Published: January 2024

The study of nuclear fuel is considered very important. This is because those chemical reactions are normally occurring due to the continuous, instance irradiation to the fuel material during the operation of reactor. In order to improve the fuel fabrication process and develop them further, the determination of fission product as well as their distribution over the entire length of the fuel pin swelling. The Cs – 137 was chosen as a precursor for the burn up level of the irradiated fuel and the universal code ORIGENwas used to study the irradiated fuel pin UO2 and to calculate the level of its burn up for some irradiation condition.
Phenotypic and Genotypic Detection of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamases (ESBL) among Escherichia coli Isolated from Symptomatic Female's Genital Tract Infection
Authors: Ahmed Darwish Jabbar
Published: January 2024

Clinical E. coli isolates (36) from women (aged 18-45 years) with symptomatic genital tract infection were detected phenotypically and genotypically for ESBL production. Phenotypically, most (30/36: 83.3%) isolates were resistant to cefotaxime (CTX) and more than half of them (26/36: 72.2%) were resistant to ceftazidime (CAZ). All (100%) and 25 (69.4%) of them were ESBLs producers by screening and confirmatory tests, respectively. Genotypically, ESBL genotypes were detected in 31/36 (86.1%) of isolates. All four ESBL genotypes were found among these isolates with predominance of CTX-M-type (26/36: 72.2%) followed by SHV-type (22/36: 61.1%), OXA-type (7/36: 19.4%), and TEM-type (1/36: 2.7%). Of These isolates, 25/36 (69.4%) had two types of ESBL genes. Seventeen (17/22: 77.2%) of SHV-type positive isolates were CTX-M positive. Six (6/7: 85.7%) of OXA-type and the TEM-type positives were also CTX-M- positive whereas the other OXA-type positive isolate was SHV-type positive. Most (22/25: 88%) isolates with two types of ESBLs were resistant to both CTX and CAZ. It can be concluded that, in female's genital tract infection, ESBL production, especially CTX-M-type, can be added as another factor, in addition to virulence factors, that select for certain strains to survive and cause disease and as vaginal E. coli is a reservoir along the fecal-vaginal-urinary/neonatal course of transmission in extraintestinal E. coli infections, our clinicalmicrobiology labs and clinicians need to be aware of the presence of these ESBL-producing organisms and should conduct surveillance studies to ascertain this.
Incidence of Giardiasis Among Population at Wasit Province
Authors: Rahi Abdulsadah Abdulabbas , Dhoha AbdulHadi Hamza
Published: January 2024

Giardia lamblia, an intestinal flagellate parasite is widely prevalent in humans worldwide. A total of 100 stool samples from diarrhoeal patients during three months ( October, November , and December, 2011) were examined by direct smear and lugol’s iodine techniques to investigate Giardia lamblia parasite . The total human patients involved in this study were divided into five age groups . The overall prevalence of G.lamblia infection was 22%. The highest infection appeared the in age group (1-10) years old, and the lowest was in the age group (11-20) years old. Males were highly infected 26 % (13/50) than females 16% (9/50) in patient groups.
Integer Factorization Problem Solving Using Tabu Search
Authors: Sadiq Ahmed Tariq , Atia Tayseer Salman , Awad Abd-alsattar Salim
Published: January 2024

Tabu Search (TS) technique is one way of search for goal algorithm in the Artificial Intelligent (AI). TS is used to solve several optimization problems. In this paper a proposed TS algorithm will be presented to solve the integer factorization problem that plays very big role in the cryptanalysis of public-key cryptography. The experimental result of this work shows that the proposed algorithm can factorize the numbers in good time compared with genetic algorithm technique.