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The Influence of Co-Curricular Learning on Cadets' Skills in the Construction and Stability of Ships Course at Malahayati Maritime Polytechnic
Authors: Hermanto Fazri , Kurniadi Dedy
Published: December 2023

To achieve the goals of national education, efforts are needed, such as maximizing the learning experiences of students because learning experiences greatly influence learning outcomes, especially in vocational education. Students' learning experiences can be accommodated through three activities: curricular, extracurricular, and co-curricular. While curricular and extracurricular activities are frequently heard of and discussed, it seems that co-curricular activities have not been fully utilized for strengthening learning. Co-curricular activities are carried out to reinforce, deepen, or enrich curricular activities. They are conducted outside regular class hours (including during breaks) and can take place in school or off-campus to support curricular implementation. Co-curricular activities must directly support the curricular activities and the students' learning interests with an emphasis on a more realistic context. Therefore, it is not solely focused on the curricular content, as it emphasizes real-world problem contexts, co-curricular activities have numerous benefits for students. Some of the benefits of co-curricular activities include character development, the cultivation of good values, the development of social skills and leadership abilities, the promotion of awareness and appreciation of diversity, increased enthusiasm in addressing evolving global issues, and the development of literacy and numeracy competencies. This can also be observed at Malahayati School of Maritime Polytechnic where co-curricular learning is one of the mandatory activities applied to cadets to help reinforce the learning materials they acquire in the classroom.
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF RUSSIAN PROSECUTION BODIES: CURRENT STATUS AND DEVELOPMENT PROSPECTS
Authors:   Prosecutor’s Office of St. Petersburg, Shabarov Dmitry V. , Alekseeva Yuliana B. ,   Prosecutor’s Office of St. Petersburg, Povzhik Olesya G. ,   Legal Department of the Government of the Pskov Region
Published: December 2023

The article discusses the development and implementation of digital technologies in the supervisory activities of the Prosecutor’s Office of the Russian Federation. The main aspects of the state policy on the digital transformation of the bodies and organizations of the Russian Prosecutor’s Office have been studied. The authors focus on general trends in the informatiza­tion of prosecutorial activities for the purpose of strengthening legality and maintaining law and order. The experience of the effective implementation of informational platforms in the Prosecutor’s Office of St. Petersburg, providing for the qualification improvement and know­led­ge assessment of prosecutors, is presented. In addition, the article reflects the digital trans­for­mation of the prosecution authorities in the context of the 2020—2021 pandemic. and sanctions pressure from unfriendly countries against the backdrop of the current foreign poli­cy situation. The relevance of training specialists in information security and the protection of the digital infrastructure of the Prosecutor’s Office of the Russian Federation is substantiated. The article identifies the main directions of developing the system of prosecutors’ qualification enhancement in the context of a practice-oriented digital educational environment. An analy­sis of tasks within the digitization of supervisory activities is conducted, and proposals are formulated to enhance the efficiency and optimize both departmental control by the Russian Prosecutor’s Office and information-analytical and monitoring activities during supervisory measures.
MAIN TRENDS OF THE ROMANIAN AGRI-FOOD TRADE WITH CHINA
Authors:   Institute of Agricultural Economics, Romanian Academy, Bucharest, GAVRILESCU Camelia
Published: December 2023

Since joining the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in 2001, China has become an increasingly important player on the world general and agri-food markets. Since 2008, its agri-food trade balance has turned negative and the deficit increased continuously. The present paper explores the main features of the Chinese agri-food trade, and its exports, imports and trade balance with Romania. The results show that although the trade flows between the two countries increased significantly, the growth rate of the imports has been far higher than that of exports, resulting in a huge trade deficit for Romania.
FINANCING AND TAXATION OF AGRICULTURE IN UKRAINE DURING THE WAR PERIOD
Authors:   YUGMETALSERVIS Limited Liability Company, Odesa, Ukraine, KIRTOKA Ruslan , MARKOVA Tetiana ,   Odesa National University of Technology, Odesa, Ukraine
Published: December 2023

"The article examines the tax burden system on agricultural enterprises of Ukraine, particularly their changes during the war period. It was determined that the share of agriculture in the GDP of Ukraine was the highest among all sectors of the economy and amounted to more than 10% in 2021 (pre-war period). Agricultural products account for the largest share of Ukraine's total exports - about 41% per year. In general, the agricultural sector plays a key role in ensuring the well-being of 12 million rural residents (30% of the population of Ukraine). The article deals with the issue of finding relevant sources of financial support for agricultural enterprises in Ukraine. The state financial support of agricultural producers is considered one of the tools for the development of rural areas, especially during the war."
SUSTAINABILITY AS A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE IN RURAL TOURISM DEVELOPMENT
Authors:   Grigol Robakidze University, Faculty of Business Administration, Assistant, PhD candidate, Tbilisi, Georgia, SACHALELI Nino
Published: December 2023

Day by day sustainability is becoming more and more important, but as the current trends show, the role of sustainability has especially grown in rural tourism, where there are good opportunities to implement smart and energy-efficient technologies. The main purpose of the paper is to analyze what are the challenges of rural tourism, what are the trends now and what is the role of sustainability, which guarantees new opportunities and gives a competitive advantage to the regions. According to qualitative and quantitative research methods, the article highlights and studies the importance of sustainability in the context of rural tourism. The main idea of the article is to study what sustainable rural tourism means and why is it important, and it also studies the sustainable rural tourism concept itself and sustainable rural tourism experiences in Georgia and other foreign countries. To summarize, it can be said that sustainable rural tourism is one of the important trends of modern tourism and it can have a positive impact on regional development, too.
CHICORY FOR PROCESSING – A CROP FOR THE FUTURE
Authors:   Institute of Agricultural Economics, Romanian Academy, Bucharest, GAVRILĂ Viorica
Published: December 2023

The paper presents the results of many studies that highlight the importance of this plant for health and nutrition. According to the research studies, chicory is an alternative to coffee, for the development of new ingredients for food and beverages, food supplements, fodder and feed for animals. An analysis of the evolution of areas and yields in chicory destined to processing in Europe reveals an increasing interest only for a limited number of producers. Although this crop is not grown in Romania, chicory production represents an opportunity for producers in our country, being a plant specific to the temperate climate. It also represents an opportunity for the development of new businesses in its processing. In the future, organic chicory production will respond to the requirements of the Farm to Fork Strategy, but also of consumers, fact confirmed by the increasing organic imports in the EU.
TRANSITION TO SUSTAINABLE VALUE CHAINS AND AGRI-FOOD SYSTEMS THROUGH COLLECTIVE ACTIONS – EVIDENCE FROM ORGANIC BEEKEEPING
Authors:   “Gheorghe Zane” Institute for Economic and Social Research, Romanian Academy - Iași Branch, DOBAY Krisztina Melinda
Published: December 2023

"The European Union has the collective capacity to transform its economy and society to a more sustainable path through the European Green Deal, which is a package of policy initiatives with the ultimate goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050 and to contribute to the transformation of the EU in a fair and prosperous society with a modern and competitive economy. Agriculture is one of the important sectors in the transformation of the European economy and society towards a sustainable long-term future, and the complexity and diversity of the agri-food system require understanding and collective actions. To this end, past successful experiences can significantly contribute to this transition to sustainability. In this paper, it is analysed how participatory processes and collective actions can be examples for starting transformative processes aimed at contributing to sustainable agriculture, agri-food systems and rural areas, with the example of the development of ecological beekeeping in several counties in Romania."
Вегетарианство - Полное руководство по основам, переходу и поддержке
Authors: Елисеева Татьяна  , Ткачева Наталья  , Шелестун Анна
Published: December 2023

В статье рассмотрены ключевые вопросы вегетарианства. С чего начать? Виды и способы перехода. Доказан ли вред мяса и откуда брать белок? Вредно ли вегетарианство детям и беременным? Эти и другие вопросы беспокоят человечество не один десяток лет. Профессионалы и любители предлагают свои варианты решения. Но, как показывает практика, начинать все же стоит с поиска информации. В этой статье мы постараемся аргументированно ответить на основные вопросы, связанные с вегетарианством. Для этого будет использован личный опыт и научные источники информации.

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The next step in benchmarking in science: Clarivate Analytics launches Publisher Analytics Reports
Authors: Herb Ulrich
Published: December 2023

At the beginning of June, Clarivate Analytics, vendor of the Impact database Web of Science, among others, informed about the launch of the Publisher Analytics Report. The press release mentions the following features prominently: “The ready-to-use reports provide a snapshot of journals’ performance and inform competitor analysis. They will help publishers to easily plan robust, evidence-based strategies, based on the publisher-independent”.
Elsevier acquires bepress
Authors: Herb Ulrich
Published: December 2023

nnElsevier’s shopping tour continues. Readers of my blog know that in April I published a provisional and incomplete list of services that are owned by Elsevier. Since then Elsevier launched the Preprint-Server BioRN, based on the infrastructure of the Social Science Research Network SSRN (purchased last year). Yesterday the Dutch publishers announced the acquisition of bepress.
Update on the scidecode study on Persistent Identifiers (PIDs)
Authors: Herb Ulrich
Published: December 2023

Here is an update on a study we are conducting at scidecode science consulting.
Open Access: Von Inklusion zu Exklusivität?
Authors: Herb Ulrich
Published: December 2023

Anlässlich der Open-Access-Tage 2017 in Dresden referierte ich in der Session “Debatten” dazu, inwiefern sich Open Access zu einem kommerziellen und exklusiven Modell entwickelt. Die Folien zum Vortrag sind via slideshare verfügbar und auf dieser Seite eingebettet.nnEs existiert auch eine zitierfähige Version auf Zenodo:nHerb, Ulrich (2017). Open Access: Von Inklusion zu Exklusivität?
ReseachGate is granted a patent for (semantic) citation analysis
Authors: Herb Ulrich
Published: December 2023

The Library Journal two days ago informed about an interesting patent granted to the Social Network ResearchGate: “ResearchGate Granted U.S. Patent 10,282,424: ‘Linking Documents Using Citations’“. The abstract describes the patent as follows…”Aspects of the present disclosure relate to linking documents using citations. A server accesses a stored document in a data repository.
A visual breakdown of demographic changes to come in this century
Authors: Ydenberg Casey
Published: December 2023

One of the most predictable trends in the ecology of humans is that as countries become wealthier, fertility rates decline. This means that even as mortality rates plummet and most people can expect to live into old age, the population of a country stabilizes and may even begin to shrink. The population of the world has been increasing exponentially for centuries. This period is now at an end.
Systemerhaltend: Der niederländische Open-Access-Deal mit Springer
Authors: Herb Ulrich
Published: December 2023

Nachdem sich die niederländischen Universitäten Anfang November 2014 nicht mit dem Verlag Elsevier über die Lizenzierung dessen wissenschaftlicher Zeitschriften verständigen konnten, gelang ihnen wenig später eine Einigung mit einem anderen Branchenriesen: Springer Publishing. Mit dem Springer-Deal gehen die Niederländer zugleich einen neuen Weg, denn der Vertragsabschluss umfasst nicht nur die Subskription bzw.
Springer Nature acquires E-Learning Platform Iversity
Authors: Herb Ulrich
Published: December 2023

Photo by afunkydamsel nnAfter Iversity‘s insolvency in 2016 the Holtzbrinck Group invested in Iversity.
Elsevier: Konflikte in Taiwan, Finnland, Peru und Deutschland
Authors: Herb Ulrich
Published: December 2023

Ende 2016 berichtete ich in Telepolis über die geplatzten Verhandlungen des Projekts DEAL mit dem Wissenschaftsverlag Elsevier, deren Ziel es war – unter für Bibliotheken akzeptablen finanziellen Bedingungen – ein nationales Konsortium zum Bezug von Closed-Access-Zeitschriften des Verlages inklusive Open-Access-Optionen zu verhandeln. Auch in Finnland stand eine landesweite Einigung mit Elsevier vor dem Scheitern.
What is the relationship between Springer Nature & Frontiers?
Authors: Herb Ulrich
Published: December 2023

Frontiers Research Foundation Logo, taken from: https://www.frontiersin.org/ nnIn preparation for a presentation at the Open Access Days in Dresden, I collect information on the shares of commercial publishers in the APC-based Open Access business.nnWhen I deal with this topic, I always stumble upon the publisher Frontiers:nn Back in 2013 Nature reported “Nature Publishing Group buys into open-access publisher” and noted: “the company [Nature
Effect of trade openness on economic growth within BRICS countries: An ARDL panel approach
Authors: Djamal Dekkiche , Ouled Brahim
Published: December 2023

This paper investigates the connection between trade openness and economic growth in the BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) using an autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) panel approach. The study aims to shed light on the importance of international trade in fostering economic growth, particularly for developing countries. We assess the long-term equilibrium relationship between trade openness and economic growth in the BRICS context using a comprehensive panel dataset and advanced econometric techniques. The findings indicate a positive and significant impact of trade openness on economic growth, emphasizing the need for policies promoting trade liberalization and attracting foreign direct investment. This study contributes to the existing literature by offering empirical insights into the specific dynamics of trade openness and economic growth within the BRICS countries.
Environmental protection information system of Serbia: Functioning, measures taken and image in the media and public
Authors: Veljković Nebojša , Perunović-Ćulić Tamara
Published: December 2023

The information technology revolution has among else led to the accelerated growth of the quantity and availability of accessible data as an indicatior of interactions in the ecosocial system. This study describes how atoms producing pollution translate into bites and digitaly transform into indicators and information. Through the example of the Serbian Environmental Information System, the study also shows how visualisation and effective communication are applied from the viewpoint of Luhmann's theory of society. According to Luhmann's theory, the society consists of closed systems of independent communications which continuously reproduce and develop by repeating their operations. The Serbian Environmental Information System represents a subcategory of the Luhmann's scientific subsystem and offers an answer to the question why there are, on the one hand, so many scientific facts on pollution, and on the other so few environmental measures that are undertaken. The answer lies in the fact that environmental pollution indicators belong to one social subsystem, while measures are expected to be taken within another social subsystem - law and economy, where each of them strives to preseve uniqueness and remain self-existent. According to Luhmann's social framework relevant for environmental protection, communication is a social system's response to environment that offers communicology a chance to examine the phenomena of environmental concerns in a more critical and detailed manner.
Knowledge and democracy: Modern challenges
Authors: Radovanović Snežana
Published: December 2023

Science is not tool only, nowdays, but the creator of the world, and the world becomes object of its research and creative work. However, such a position of the science is not easy to afford in concrete social reality. It presumes developed democracy as a social form which affords the highest degree of freedom and equality. The task of the science and theory is to help society to find rational solutions of the concrete social goals, on the causality to social reality basis, without using any force. The freedom of scientific creativity, however, initiates the scientist's obligation of using his knowledge and achievements in accordance to interests of the society and the whole mankind. For such a position of scientific achievements some material and other presumtions are necessary, being the obligation of the whole society, as a way to avoid poverty in the global, technology developed reality, although there is no equality between rich society and developed democracy, necessarily. The developed democracy presumes developed democratic institutions and, among them, as one of the most important, like fundamental rights and freedoms are, legal state institution. In XIX century in german legal theory, the leading ones were theories of state sovereignty as a way to gain stability of legal state in its task to afford the realisation of the most important social values. Such theories had various degradations in history, as a result of their tries to change national sovereinty theory to state sovereignty theory as a leading one, for the reason of national sovereignty instability, as to their opinion. Due to possibility of degradation, theories of state sovereignty face the necessity of their revision, by putting them in the context of humanity and mankind principals, in order to avoid negative consequences in history, like nazyism surely was. In European community the leading concept of governing, which includes all institutions and organs, state ones and civil, as well, in decision making process, refering to the interests of all, is two level governance and multilevel governance.
Prevention of hate speech in the practice of the European Court of Human Rights
Authors: Kovačević Milica
Published: December 2023

Different types of communication enable an intensive exchange of diverse ideas and content, thereby enabling the development and enrichment of human thought. On the other hand, modern forms of communication additionally increase the risk of violation and endangerment of human rights and freedoms by those who use hate speech. Hence, many international documents are dedicated to defining and preventing hate speech, while various international institutions, including the European Court of Human Rights, try to determine the criteria under which certain restrictions on freedom of speech could be acceptable. Bearing in mind the above, the author has analyzed the cases from the practice of the European Court of Human Rights in order to distinguish the standards which could be applicable in the process of assessment if certain expressions constitute hate speech that should be sanctioned, and also to establish to what extent such standards are applicable in different situations. The author concludes that the formulated standards do have a certain utility value, but that there is still a risk of extensive restriction of freedom of speech.
Navigating politics in the information ocean: Impacts and scenarios of an inevitable course
Authors: Battista Daniele
Published: December 2023

The evolution of politics and communication in the information society has generated a series of complex challenges and opportunities. This study analyzes the paradigmatic shift in political communication in a context where information is accessible through a myriad of digital channels. Through an interdisciplinary perspective that encompasses communication, political science, and sociology, this work examines the role of new media and digital platforms and focuses on the emerging power dynamics in digital politics. The implications of this transformation will be discussed, highlighting the various interconnected interpretive interplays to ensure informed and responsible political participation in the information society. The primary goal of this study is to provide a comprehensive framework of the ongoing dynamics, enabling a critical reflection on the future direction of politics and communication in the information age.
Effects of Long-term antipsychotic treatment on enkephalin-immunoreactive neurons in rats perinatally treated with phencyclidine
Authors: Kompanijec Anja , Korica Bojan , Stojković Tihomir
Published: December 2023

Introduction: Schizophrenia is a chronic mental illness that affects 1% of the world's population. The phencyclidine animal model of schizophrenia is based on the glutamate theory of the development of schizophrenia. Enkephalin is a neuropeptide with a role in the development of schizophrenia symptoms via the modulatory effect of neurotransmission. Aim: This study aimed to elucidate whether the long-term treatment with haloperidol and risperidone causes the difference in the appearance of enkephalin-immunoreactive neurons (EIN) in the brain of rats perinatally treated with phencyclidine (PCP). Material and methods: Experimental Wistar rats were treated on postnatal days 2 (PN2), 6, 9, and 12 with either PCP (10mg/kg) or saline. From PN35 to PN100 haloperidol (3mg/kg) and risperidone (1mg/kg) were administrated orally in drinking water. Animals were divided into six groups. The control group received saline and drinking water, PCP group received PCP and drinking water. Hal group received saline and haloperidol, PCP-Hal group PCP and haloperidol, while Ris group and PCP-Ris received saline or PCP and risperidone. All animals were sacrificed at PN100 and the cortex, hippocampus, striatum, and septal area were used to analyze the presence of EIN by immunohistochemistry. Results: In the hippocampus, the number of EIN was significantly higher in the PCP group than in the control group. Antipsychotics had a potent effect in the septal area, where both of them decreased the area covered by the EIN compared to the control group. In the striatum, only haloperidol changed the level of EIN by increasing the area covered with these neurons compared to the covered area in the control group. Conclusion: Long-term administration of antipsychotics caused the region-specific change in the distribution of enkephalin-immunoreactive neurons in the brain of a rat, perinatally treated with PCP.
The role of Epstein-Barr virus in systemic lupus erythematosus
Authors: Mišković Rada , Rašković Sanvila , Banko Ana
Published: December 2023

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a systemic autoimmune inflammatory disease that develops in a complex interaction of genetic and environmental factors. Viruses have long been recognized as important factors in the pathogenesis of lupus, especially the EpsteinBarr virus (EBV). A link between EBV and SLE has been suggested since the 1970s, and since then a growing body of evidence supports this link. In this mini-review, the current knowledge on the role of EBV in SLE has been summarized, focusing on the alterations in the immune response to EBV and the mechanisms of EBV-mediated autoimmunity induction in patients with SLE.
The role of magnesium and the importance of hypomagnesiemia in humans
Authors: Opanković Ana , Milovanović Srđan , Savić-Vujović Katarina
Published: December 2023

Magnesium is the second most present cation in cells. The highest percentage of magnesium is found in bones (over 60%), slightly less in muscles and soft tissues. About 1% of magnesium is in circulation, present in three forms, of which the ionized one has the highest biological activity. Magnesium is active in almost every metabolic and biochemical process inside a cell. Magnesium homeostasis is essential for the optimal function of an organism. Blood analysis is the simplest method of assessing magnesium status. Whole blood and its fractions (serum and plasma), as well as blood cells (erythrocytes, peripheral blood mononuclear cells and platelets), may be used to assess the content of magnesium in blood. The measurement of ionized magnesium is one of the latest and most precise methods since it assesses the status of the most biologically active form of magnesium. As the measurement is made from a peripheral blood sample, this method is relatively quick and simple which enables the rapid identification of persons with a deficiency of this important ion as well as the risk related to its deficiency. Magnesium deficiency can be caused by poor diet, hormonal imbalance, electrolyte imbalance and numerous other factors. In situations of gradual development of hypomagnesemia, even a severe deficit can pass without visible signs. In most cases, a lack of magnesium begins with complaints in the form of nausea and a feeling of fatigue. Magnesium deficiency is associated with cardiovascular diseases, metabolic syndrome and diabetes, fibromyalgia and almost all CNS diseases. Based on the relationships between certain diseases and magnesium deficiency identified so far, a rapid assessment of the status of this important divalent cation in an organism would allow a better screening, more accurate diagnosis and faster recovery.
Tachycardia-induced cardiomyopathy as a potentially reversible cause of heart failure
Authors: Kovačević Vladan , Mujović Nebojša
Published: December 2023

Cardiac arrhythmias often coexist with heart failure and can be its cause or consequence. Tachycardia-induced cardiomyopathy most often occurs as a consequence of persistent atrial tachyarrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter. Accelerated heart rate leads to systolic and diastolic dysfunction of the left ventricle with its consequent dilation together with changes at the neurohumoral and cellular levels. Clinical presentation varies from asymptomatic tachycardia to end-stage heart failure. Tachycardia-induced cardiomyopathy is an often unrecognized and potentially reversible cause of heart failure. The exact prevalence of tachycardiomyopathy is difficult to determine since the diagnosis is made retrospectively, based on echocardiographically confirmed recovery of the left ventricular function after adequate treatment of the arrhythmia. The most effective treatment is catheter ablation of the arrhythmia. Other treatments include electrical cardioversion, pharmacological rhythm and/ or rate control, and pacemaker implantation with ablation of the atrioventricular node
eHealthcare system data privacy concept based on blockchain technology
Authors: Cizelj Dejan , Unkašević Tomislav , Banjac Zoran
Published: December 2023

Introduction/purpose: Advances in information and communication technologies have enabled the creation of a symbiotic environment of humans and machines in which humans interact with machines to get better quality of everyday life. In that interaction, environment problems of information security and in particular data privacy are at the forefront. In many countries, there is legal regulation that regulates this problem in terms of securing the goals that must be realized when manipulating private data, and the technology itself is the choice of the creators of information systems. Blockchain technology is one of the methods of choice to ensure the integrity of data and undeniable transactions while digital certificates in conjunction with it enable the realization of data privacy of patients. Methods: The cryptographic methods of asymmetric cryptography apply blockchain technology and reliable methods of identification in cyberspace, which enables the preservation of data privacy at a high level. Results: This paper describes the method of patient health data privacy protection in a healthcare system based on digital certificates as an identification method in cyberspace and Blockchain technology as a method for preserving the integrity of transactions and a healthcare information system. The proposed concept enables the separation of private and medical data in such a way that with the accepted principle of patient ownership of medical data, it is possible to achieve primary and secondary use of healthcare data without compromising the patient's privacy. Conclusions: The concept of identity assignment to every element in the healthcare information system and the organization/storage of data in accordance with the principles of Blockchain technology proposed in this paper enable the realization of a high level of data privacy in accordance with the European Union General Data Protection Regulation at the international level. In addition, the proposed concept enables the detection of unregistered devices or entities in the system and thus preserves the integrity of the system and increases its overall information security.
Optimization of gear ratios and gear-shifting strategy for enhanced efficiency in tracked vehicles
Authors: Milićević Stefan , Blagojević Ivan
Published: December 2023

Introduction/purpose: Tracked vehicles play a vital role across various domains, from military operations to construction and agriculture. This study focuses on improving the efficiency of tracked vehicles by optimizing both gear ratios and gear-shifting strategies while preserving other performance aspects. Methods: The optimization process involves a genetic algorithm for determining optimal gear ratios, considering performance constraints. Furthermore, the paper introduces a gear-shifting optimization algorithm aimed at enhancing fuel economy to the maximum, while allowing for a valid comparison between two sets of gear ratios. Results: Optimizing gear ratios leads to substantial reductions in fuel consumption, as the engine operates within more efficient regions. Additionally, the optimized gear-shifting strategy further enhances efficiency, resulting in a fuel consumption reduction exceeding 12%, when combined with the optimized gear ratios. Conclusions: This paper offers a direct and robust approach for optimizing powertrain gear ratios and gear-shifting strategies in tracked vehicles. The results demonstrate significant improvements in fuel efficiency without compromising other critical vehicle performance parameters.
Experimental analysis of the thermal behavior of concrete
Authors: Zatir Sara , Rahal Nacer , Beghdad Houda , Souici Abdelaziz , Aouad Halima , Benmahdi Khaled
Published: December 2023

Introduction/purpose: When concrete structural members are subjected to fire and then exposed to slow or rapid cooling, there are various changes affecting density, porosity, thermal damage, speed of sound propagation, modulus of elasticity, compressive strength, absorptivity, etc. The heavy use of concrete to build structures on the one hand and the problem of fires on the other require a deep understanding of the effect of fire on the structural behavior of concrete, especially after cooling. So far, the two cooling methods used to put out a possible fire have been water and free air. Our objective is to experimentally analyze the use of the extinguisher as the third method of cooling concrete exposed to high temperatures. Methods: To achieve our objective, a series of mechanical and physical tests waw carried out on specimens 40 mm in diameter and 40 mm in height, exposed to high temperatures of 200, 400, and 600 °C. These test samples were then subjected to three different cooling regimes, namely: free air, water immersion, and extinguisher use. Results: The results clearly show that the use of the extinguisher is more appropriate than the other two cooling methods, namely, natural cooling and immersion in water. Conclusion: The results from this experimental study could be of practical use when trying to extinguish a possible fire in a concrete structure.
reforma de la iglesia de Santiago de los Españoles en Roma durante el reinado de los Reyes Católicos
Authors: Alonso Ruiz Begoña
Published: December 2023

A través de la documentación contable se analiza la reforma de la iglesia de Santiago de los Españoles durante el reinado de los Reyes Católicos, poniendo de manifiesto como la iglesia buscó orientarse hacia un nuevo escenario urbano de la mano de destacados personajes de la comunidad española como Bernardino López de Carvajal, Pedro de Aranda y Diego Meléndez de Valdés. Ellos están detrás del programa de ampliación interior y de esa nueva falsa fachada que buscaba conferir al templo un carácter representativo acorde con el papel buscado por los reyes en la ciudad de Roma, entonces caja de resonancia del ajedrez político europeo.
nueva iconografía surgida de la gran canonización de 1622
Authors: Labarga Fermín
Published: December 2023

El 12 de marzo de 1622 el papa Gregorio XV canonizó conjuntamente a san Isidro labrador, san Ignacio de Loyola, san Francisco Javier, santa Teresa de Jesús y san Felipe Neri. La gran canonización dio lugar a numerosos relatos escritos y visuales que permitieron conocer los escenarios y las ceremonias llevadas a cabo en Roma. También hizo posible una nueva iconografía conjunta de los cinco nuevos santos, que aparece en estampas y medallas, así como en lienzos, cuyo número si bien no es abundante, cuenta con ejemplares de notable calidad, especialmente en Italia, y más concretamente en el entorno de Florencia.
Pengaruh Hasil Belajar Praktik Terhadap Keberhasilan Praktik Kerja Industri Siswa Kelas XII Jurusan Multimedia UPT SMK Negeri 2 Pare-pare
Authors: Anwar Handayani , Muh. Yusuf Mappease  , Ruslan
Published: December 2023

This study aims to determine students' practical learning outcomes, the success rate of students' industrial work practices, and also the positive and significant influence of practical learning outcomes on the success of students' industrial work practices. The number of samples was 52 students of class XII UPT SMK Negeri 2 Parepare. Data collection techniques using questionnaires and documentation. The data analysis technique was carried out using descriptive analysis techniques, simple linear regression analysis techniques using the SPSS program. The results showed that based on the results of the frequency distribution of student learning outcomes at UPT SMK Negeri 2 Parepare were in the complete category as many as 52 students with a percentage of 100%, the results of the frequency distribution data for the success of students' industrial work practices in printing graphic design subjects were in the category high and this research proves that there is a positive and significant effect on practical learning outcomes (X) on the success of students' industrial work practices (Y).
Pelatihan Penggunaan Microlearning Dengan Powtoon Dalam Pembelajaran Untuk Meningkatkan Kompetensi Pedagogik Guru
Authors: Yuliatun Tutik , Uskenat Kristina
Published: December 2023

The use of technology for the implementation of learning is increasingly being used. One of them is by making learning videos. Community service activities are carried out through training on the use of microlearning with powtoons in learning. This training activity aims to improve teacher pedagogic competence. The targets in this training activity are Muhammadiyah Kartosentanan Middle School teachers which will be held in September 2022 to October 2022. This training activity is carried out in five stages including surveys and permits; socialization; training; monitoring; and evaluation. The results obtained were in the form of increasing teacher pedagogical competence through training in the use of microlearning with powtoons in learning. The increase in teacher competency can be seen from the average pretest and posttest results where 92% of teachers already know about the use of microlearning in learning.
Pelatihan Penggunaan Media Alat Peraga Pendidikan di era Industri 4.0 pada SMK Sulawesi Barat
Authors: Wahyudi  , Amiruddin  , Wirawan Setialaksana  , Akmal Hidayat  , Kurnia Prima Putra  , Fadhlirrahman Baso  , Israwati Hamsar
Published: December 2023

PKM Pelatihan ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kompetensi guru-guru sekolah menengah  SMK di Kabupaten Polman Provinsi Sulawesi  Barat dalam menggunakan media pembelajaran berupa alat peraga pendidikan di era industri 4.0 untuk meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa SMK Negeri Sulawesi Barat. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan dalam bentuk pelatihan penggunaan media pembelajaran alat peraga pendidikan bagi guru SMK. Peserta kegiatan pelatihan ini berjumlah 30 orang yang merupakan guru dari SMK Negeri Paku Polewali Mandar Sulawei Barat. Berdasarkan hasil yang telah diperoleh, bahwa kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini telah terlaksana dengan baik sesuai dengan harapan tim pengabdian dan peserta. Persentase capaian pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat selama 2 hari adalah 93,25%.
Edukasi Upaya Penangulangan Lahan Kritis Melalui Perluasan Wilayah Penghijauan di Desa Semangki Kabupaten Maros
Authors: Ervi Novitasari  , Khaidir Rahman  , Jamaluddin  , Nunik Lestari  , Reski Praja Putra  , Amiruddin Hambali  , Ilham
Published: December 2023

Desa semangki merupakan sebuah daerah yang terletak di Kecamatan Simbang, Kabupaten Maros di Sulawesi Selatan. Permasalahan yang dihadapi oleh masyarakkat Desa Semangki adalah produktivitas tanaman semangkin menurun akibat dari adanya pemanfaatan sumber daya alam yang tidak wajar yang tidak didukung oleh adanya perluasan penghijauan, sehingga menimbulkaan kondisi lahan yang tidak produktif atau lahan kritis. Tidak optimalnya perluasan penghijauan dikarenakan informasi dan pengetahuan masyarakat yang kurang dalam melakukan upaya yang dapat dilakukan dalam meminimalisir lahan kritis. Melalui kegiatan ini, masyarakat dapat memperoleh informasi seluas-luasnya. Metode yang digunakan dalam pelaksanaan kegiatan ini menggunakan metode ceramah dan tanya jawab. Hasil kegiatan ini menunjukkan antusias tinggi masyarakat dan peningkatan pengetahuan setelah memperoleh informasi pada kegiatan edukasi. Peningkatan yang terjadi dari data analisis kemampuan awal diperoleh 25% dan kemampuan akhir sebesar 85%.

Kata Kunci: Edukasi, Lahan Kritis, Penghijauan
SOSIALISASI MENINGKATKAN PERAN PENASIHAT AKADEMIK KEPADA MAHASISWA ADMINISTRASI BISNIS UNIVRESITAS NEGERI MAKASSAR
Authors: Siti Syarifah Wafiqah Wardah  , Muh. Rizal Suyuti  , Yusi Irensi Seppa  , Maya Kasmita  , Fitriani Dzulfadhilah
Published: December 2023

Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini berbentuk sosialiasai yang menyasar mahasiswa Ilmu Administrasi Bisnis Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Hukum Universitas Negeri Makassar. Tujuan pengabdian ini adalah

untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan mahasiswa mengenai peran penasihat akdemik dan minat mahasiswa dalam melakukan pembimbingan dengan dosen penasihat akdemik masing-masing. Selain itu, untuk memberikan pemahaman kepada mahasiswa bahwa kegiatan pembimbingan bersama dosen penasihat akademik adalah kegiatan yang penting dalam lingkup universitas. Lokasi pengabdian ini dilaksanakan di salah satu  ruang kelas Prodi Administrasi Bisnis dan dilaksanakan juga secara online melalui aplikasi zoom. Metode yang digunakan adalah dengan memberikan ceramah pada sesi pertama, lalu sesi kedua diskusi dengan tanya jawab, kemudian sesi terakhir evaluasi. Hasil dari kegiatan sosialisasi ini meningkatkan pemahaman mahasiswa Ilmu administrasi Bisnis Universitas Negeri Makassar mengenai peran dosen penasihat akademik sehingga mahasiswa akan aktif dalam bertemu dan berkomunikasi dalam hal pembimbingan atau konsultasi akademik.

Kata Kunci: Penasihat Akademik, Dosen Pembimbing, Peran Dosen Penasihat Akademik, Sosialisi.
Literasi Digital Bagi Perempuan Penyandang Disabilitas di Kota Makassar
Authors: Furqan Rahmatul , Wardanhi Sartika Sari , Bustamin Anugrayani
Published: December 2023

Kegiatan pelatihan ini melibatkan Himpunan Wanita Disabilitas Indonesia (HWDI) Makassar sebagai mitra. Perempuan penyandang disabilitas selama ini menjadi kelompok marjinal dan sering menerima perlakuan diskriminatif. Perkembangan teknologi sejatinya menjanjikan peluang bagi partisipasi perempuan penyandang disabilitas yang lebih baik, sesuai dengan hak dan kewajibannya di mata hukum. Namun, masih rendahnya penguasaan teknologi dan literasi digital menjadikan mereka justru semakin rentan mendapatkan perlakuan yang diskriminatif dan sebaliknya justru kerap menghadapi berbagai tantangan dan ancaman ketika berinteraksi menggunakan perangkat digital. Tak sedikit perempuan penyandang disabilitas yang menjadi korban kejahatan di dunia maya. Permasalahan ini pula yang kini dialami oleh sebagian besar anggota HWDI Makassar selaku mitra. Untuk itu, kegiatan pengabdian ini menginisiasi training of trainer (TOT) alias pelatihan bagi fasilitator terkait literasi digital dasar untuk penyandang disabilitas. Tujuan utama kegiatan ini adalah untuk membangun kapasitas individu anggota HWDI Makassar, khususnya mereka yang memiliki latar belakang sosial ekonomi rendah dan selama ini terpinggirkan secara digital. Kegiatan pelatihan dilakukan selama dua hari dengan diisi oleh sejumlah materi yang berkaitan dengan pengenalan perangkat digital dasar, penggunaan fitur aksesibilitas, pencegahan berita palsu dan kejahatan di media online. Metode pelatihan pun dilakukan dengan tiga pendekatan utama yakni, metode ceramah/ tanya jawab, tutorial, dan demonstrasi. Secara umum, hasil pelatihan literasi digital bagi perempuan penyandang disabilitas di Kota Makassar ini telah meningkatkan pengetahuan, ketrampilan, dan motivasi para perempuan penyandang disabilitas di Kota Makassar. Ini tercermin dari indikator kesesuaian antara perencanaan dengan pelaksanaan, kehadiran peserta, dan dari hasil wawancara dengan peserta.
Community Participation in the Public Decision Process: Realizing Better Governance in Public Administration
Authors: Damanik Fritz Hotman Syahmahita , Rerung Ahadi , Lubis Muhammad Dhobit Azhary , Malik Deni , Ismiyatun Ismiyatun
Published: December 2023

Citizen participation in public decision-making processes has become a key element in efforts to achieve better governance in public administration. This journal article explains the importance of community participation in forming policies and managing public resources. By involving the public in the decision-making process, the government can produce more effective and sustainable policies.
Community participation takes various forms, from public consultation to deeper collaboration in policy formation. In the context of public administration, public participation can increase government legitimacy and accountability. This article also describes the challenges and barriers that may arise in enabling effective community participation, including issues related to access, transparency, and lack of community skills or knowledge.
In addition, this article highlights the concrete benefits of public participation, such as improving the quality of policies, reducing social conflict, and increasing the efficiency of using public resources. Through case study examples and empirical evidence, this article illustrates how public participation has succeeded in improving government performance in various sectors, including education, health, environment and infrastructure.
In conclusion, public participation is an important element in improving governance in public administration. Effective participation allows the government to make policies that are wiser and adapt to the needs of society. By paying attention to existing challenges, the government can create an environment that supports broader public participation, which will ultimately result in better and more responsive government.
Unpacking the Roots and Impact of Workplace Well-being: A Literature Review
Authors: Putra Alfa Santoso Budiwidjojo , Kusumawati Evi Dewi , Kartikasari Dewi
Published: December 2023

Workplace well-being significantly influences employee health and productivity, impacting organizational success. This paper explores the roots and consequences of workplace well-being through a comprehensive literature review. Focusing on antecedents and outcomes, it identifies psychosocial relationships, job satisfaction, and social support as crucial factors. Additionally, individual well-being is shaped by a healthy lifestyle, education, and financial stability. The paper emphasizes the intertwining influence of a safe environment, healthcare access, and social justice on community well-being. Workplace well-being extends its impact to physical health, productivity, and interpersonal relationships. A positive work environment contributes to enhanced physical well-being and productivity, emphasizing its role in fostering a supportive workplace culture. Personal well-being is linked to mental health, longevity, and happiness, forming a foundation for a fulfilling life. Social well-being transforms social participation, quality of life, and life satisfaction, highlighting its central role in individuals' connections and overall fulfillment. This review enhances understanding for researchers and informs HRD practices, guiding strategic decisions to promote workplace and individual flourishing.
The Word (Gardens) In the Holy Qur’an - An Analytical Study
Authors: Mazroaa Dr. Hatem Mohammed Mansour
Published: December 2023

This article is entitled with: " The word (gardens) in the Holy Qur’an _ analytical study", and the idea of this article is to study the places in which the word “gardens” is mentioned in the Holy Qur’an, as a reflective and an analytical study., Its importance appears in reaching new rules and contents that are scientifically and practically useful by studying the positions of this word. The article consists of an introduction, three sections, and a conclusion, using the inductive analytical approach. The introduction includes the definition of the term (gardens), as well as the meaning of the analytical study, and then talking about the term (gardens) in āyāt suwar: "al-naml", "al-Nabaʼ", and "ʻAbasa". The goal of this  article appears in the most important results of it,  which are:  The presence of the word (gardens) in the Holy Qur’an only appears in a plural and indefinite form not as a single form, and in the Meccan āyāt suwar only, and the confinement of the contexts of the word (gardens) in the Holy Qur’an in the contexts of demonstrating oneness, establishing the doctrine of resurrection and mentioning the bliss of the people of Paradise, and the fact that the only divine verb mentioned with the word (gardens) in the Holy Qur’an is the verb (germination), and in the past tense (we grew), And the Holy Qur’an report on the importance of food security and the beauty of the environment.  The goal of the article also appears in the most prominent recommendations of Which is represented in urging the analytical reflective study of each word of the Holy Qur’an independently and focused, to reach the treasures and rules of these word, and interest in renewal in the presentation of Quranic studies.