bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Proyeksi Arus Kas Berdasarkan Laba
Authors: Mukminati Mukminati , Ratnasari Novia
Published: August 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kemampuan laba kotor, laba operasi, laba bersih dalam memprediksi arus kas. Metode penulisan yang digunakan dengan menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif, dengan metode asosiatif dengan menggunakan data yang dipublish di bursa efek. Adapun jenis data yang digunakan data cross section sebanyak 67 perusahaan manufaktur yang terdaftar di bursa efek pada tahun 2019. Berdasarkan hasil uji hipotesis, diperoleh: Laba kotor berpengaruh signifikan dalam memprediksi arus kas dimasa mendatang pada perusahaan manufaktur yang terdaftar di bursa efek Indonesia; Laba operasi tidak berpengaruh signifikan dalam memprediksi arus kas masa mendatang pada perusahaan manufaktur yang terdaftar di bursa efek Indonesia; Laba bersih tidak berpengaruh signifikan dalam memprediksi arus kas masa mendatang pada perusahaan manufaktur yang terdaftar di bursa efek Indonesia; Secara simultan laba kotor, laba operasi dan laba bersih memiliki kemampuan prediktif terhadap arus kas mendatang.
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan Terhadap Keputusan Muzakki Menjadi Nasabah Di Baznas Kota Makassar
Authors: Suharli Suharli , Bahariska Bahariska
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh kualitas pelayanan terhadap keputusan muzakki menjadi pelanggan. Jenis penelitian yang populasinya adalah seluruh muzakki BAZNAS kota Makassar, sampel sebanyak 100 responden dengan menggunakan teknik pengumpulan sampel yaitu simple random sampling. Pengumpulan data melalui observasi dan dalam bentuk kuisioner menggunakan teknik analisis regresi sederhana.Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kualitas pelayanan berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan muzakki dibuktikan dengan nilai t hitung 2,651, nilai signifikansi 0,009 < 0,05. perhitungan dilakukan untuk mengukur variabel bebas dan variabel terikat yang dapat dijelaskan dengan model regresi linier sederhana. Dan hasil regresi diperoleh nilai R Square (R2) sebesar 0,567 yang artinya variabel kualitas pelayanan dalam penelitian ini berpengaruh 56,7% terhadap keputusan muzakki, sedangkan sisanya 44,,3% dipengaruhi oleh faktor lain. tidak diperiksa oleh peneliti.Implikasi dari penelitian ini diharapkan kepada para muzakki BAZNAS Kota Makassar untuk melihat dan menentukan beberapa poin penting untuk memutuskan salah satunya adalah gaya analitis yang merupakan kekuatan atau titik pengambilan keputusan yang mendalam dengan prioritas tinggi untuk vangueness toleransi dan cara berpikir rasional.
Analisis Pembiayaan Murabahah Dalam Pemberdayaan Usaha Mikro Kecil Menengah
Authors: Mursyidah Azizah , Herawati Herawati
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh semaraknya pembiayaan berdasarkan prinsip syariah yang merambah kepada pentingnya pemberdayaan UMKM. UMKM merupakan suatu sektor yang cukup penting dalam menopang ekonomi global yang dalam proses pengembangannya juga mempunyai dampak atau pengaruh cukup besar pada perputaran sektor ekonomi. Konsep pembiayaan memang berpotensi membantu para pelaku usaha untuk menambah permodalan. UMKM membutuhkan permodalan yang mudah dijangkau, yang memang pada dasarnya pembiayaannya itu di peruntukan untuk UMKM. BPRS hadir untuk memabantu para pelaku UMKM dalam mendapatkan modal dan membantu usahanya. Pembiayaan murabahah menjadi pembiayaan yang mendominasi dan paling banyak digunakan oleh bank-bank syariah karena pembiayaan murabahah dikenal mudah, sederhana, transparan, dan memberikan rasa aman pada bank karena risiko yang timbul dapat diminimalisir/relatif lebih kecil. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah menganalisis pembiayaan murabahah dalam pemberdayaan Usaha Mikro Kecil Menengah (UMKM) di BPRS Amanah Ummah.
Penelitian ini bersifat kualitatif dan metode pengumpulan data dengan melakukan wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi.  Analisis yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif. Berdasarkan data-data yang telah diperoleh selama melaksanakan  penelitian. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan apabila dilihat dari meningkatnya penyaluran pembiayaan terhadap pembiayaan murabahah terkhusus untuk pembiayaan modal kerja yang berkaitan dengan UMKM, peningkatan tersebut dapat dilihat dari data penyaluran pembiayaan baik itu dari data OJK maupun data internal BPRS Amanah Ummah, yang menunjukan bahwa pembiayaan menggunakan akad murabahah dimungkinkan mampu dalam memberdayakan UMKM karena mampu memajukam roda perekonomian bagi para pelaku UMKM.
Pengaruh Muzara’ah dan Mukhabarah Terhadap Pendapatan Petani Di Desa Gunung Perak Kabupaten Sinjai
Authors: Akib Baso , Sapitri Niluh Anik , Riskawati Riskawati
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan (1) untuk mengetahui pengaruh muzara’ah terhadap pendapatan petani di Desa Gunung Perak Kabupaten Sinjai, (2) untuk mengetahui pengaruh mukhabarah terhadap pendapatan petani di Desa Gunung Perak Kabupaten Sinjai , (3) untuk mengetahui muzara’ah dan mukhabarah terhadap pendapatan petani di Desa Gunung Perak Kabupaten Sinjai. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan jenis deskriptif dan skala likert. Data yang digunakan data primer dan sekunder, dikumpulkan dengan menggunakan kuesioner. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah kelompok tani di Desa Gunung Perak Kanupaten Sinjai, sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 50 responden. Metode analisis data menggunakan regresi linear berganda dan waktu penelitian dilakukan dari tanggal 15 Juli sampai dengan 26 Juli 2021 di Desa Gunung Perak Kabupaten Sinjai.
Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa (1) secara parsial muzara’ah berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap pendapatan petani di Desa Gunung Perak Kabupaten Sinjai, (2) secara parsial mukhabarah berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap pendapatan petani di Desa Gunung Perak Kabupaten Sinjai, (3) dan secara bersama-sama/ simultan muzara’ah dan mukhabarah berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap pendapatan petani di Desa Gunung Perak Kabupaten Sinjai. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian di atas, muzara’ah dan mukhabarah memberikan kontribusi yang berarti terhadap pendapatan petani. Akan tetapi pembagian hasil tani antara pemilik lahan dan pengelola lahan belum sesuai akad, sehingga untuk menghindari perselisihan antara keduanya harus dilakukan secara tertulis.
Analisis Penjualan Dan Pembelian Emas Secara Kredit Berdasarkan Madzhab Islam Dan Pemikiran Islam Kontemporer: Studi Kasus Di Indonesia
Authors: Achmad Hudzaifah , Syafril Syafwendi , Achmad Adang Darmawan , Syarifah Ma’isyatusy
Published: August 2024

Tujuan utama dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui jual beli emas secara cicilan di Indonesia berdasarkan pandangan imam mazhab dan pandangan ulama Islam kontemporer. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini lebih merupakan metode normatif dan hukum-yuridis. Metode ini melibatkan melakukan penelitian pada sumber-sumber sekunder, seperti buku, buku terbuka, dan artikel, untuk menemukan jawaban atas pertanyaan tentang rumusan masalah. Studi ini menemukan bahwa jual beli emas sebagai komoditas investasi telah menjadi tren yang populer di era modern khususnya di Indonesia. Selain itu, cendekiawan muslim tradisional dan cendekiawan kontemporer memiliki pandangan yang berbeda mengenai permasalahan ini. Imam mazhab melarang praktik jual beli mas secara cicilan disebabkan potensi masalah riba, Seperti para ahli hukum Islam kontemporer, khususnya DSN-MUI, praktik mengizinkan ini berdasarkan kepada urf dan memandang bahwa hukum asli tidak relevan dalam konteks saat ini. Dengan demikian, perspektif kedua tersebut menunjukkan bagaimana penerapan hukum dalam kasus tertentu dapat berubah dari waktu ke waktu yang disebabkan oleh beberapa faktor terutama jika masalah tersebut belum pernah ditemukan sebelumnya, seperti aturan yang mengatur tentang jual barang. emas secara mencicil di era modern.
Pengaruh Dana Pihak Ketiga Financing to Deposit Ratio dan Tingkat Bagi Hasil Terhadap Pembiayaan Mudharabah (Studi Bank Syariah yang Terdaftar di Otoritas Jasa Keuangan)
Authors: Alifka Andi Almi Putri , Dirmawati Dirmawati
Published: August 2024

Jenis penelitian ini deskriptif dengan pendekatan kuantitatif. Sumber data yang digunakan adalah data sekunder. Populasi yang digunakan laporan keuangan bulanan Bank Syariah periode 5 tahun (2018-2022). Teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan yaitu menggunakan metode sampling jenuh dari data time series berjumlah 48 sampel. Metode analisis data menggunakan analisis regresi linear berganda dan teknik analisis data dengan menggunakan aplikasi IBM SPSS versi 26. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa (1) secara parsial dana pihak ketiga financing to deposit ratio dan tingkat bagi hasil berpengaruh negatif dan signifikan terhadap pembiayaan mudharabah di BSI, (2) secara simultan dana pihak ketiga, financing to deposit ratio dan tingkat bagi hasil berpengaruh dan signifikan terhadap pembiayaan mudharabah di BSI. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian di atas dan kemampuan dari ketiga variabel memperoleh koefisien determinasi sebesar 0,347% artinya 34,7% memberikan pengaruh rendah terhadap pembiayaan mudharabah pada BSI dan 65,3% dipengaruhi oleh variabel lain. Implikasi pada penelitian ini menunjukkan variabel dana pihak ketiga, financing to deposit ratio dan tingkat bagi hasil berpengaruh terhadap pembiayaan mudharabah karena memberikan dampak yang baik untuk meningkatkan profit suatu bank.
Pengaruh Pendayagunaan Zakat Produktif Terhadap Kesejahteraan Mustahik (Studi Badan Amil Zakat Nasional Kabupaten Sorong)
Authors: Patharani Dini , SN Arfandi , Rasyid Muh. Rusdi
Published: August 2024

Masalah ekonomi identik bahkan sering dikaitkan dengan kemiskinan. Ditambah dengan adanya pandemi Covid-19 yang memberikan dampak yang besar bagi perekonomian salah satunya penurunan produktivitas UMKM dan penurunan pendapatan masyarakat. Untuk itu, dibutuhkan usaha maupun peran dari berbagai pihak untuk mengatasi kemiskinan dan permasalahan ekonomi. Adanya program pendayagunaan dana zakat produktif yang diberikan oleh Badan Amil Zakat Nasional Kabupaten Sorong diharapkan dapat mengoptimalkan dana zakat melalui bantuan modal usaha sehingga dapat berpengaruh bagi kesejahteraan mustahik di Kabupaten Sorong dan mengurangi angka kemiskinan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh antara variabel independen (X) yaitu pendayagunaan zakat produktif terhadap variabel dependen (Y) kesejahteraan mustahik pada BAZNAS Kabupaten Sorong. Jenis metode penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini adalah wawancara, kuesioner, dan dokumentasi. Metode analisis data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan SPSS 25. Hasil penelitian menunjukan zakat produktif yang diberikan kepada para mustahik mempunyai pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kesejahteraan mustahik.  Hal ini dapat dilihat pada pengujian hipotesis thitung>ttabel yaitu (3,111>2,024) dan nilai signifikansinya 0,004<0,05 yang berarti membuktikan hipotetsis H1 diterima dan ada pengaruh yang positif dan signifikan dari pendayagunaan zakat produktif terhadap kesejahteraan mustahik pada BAZNAS Kabupaten Sorong.
Y’all Means All: Defining “Multicultural Education” in an Age of DEI Backlash
Authors: Bunn Taylor , Britton Amy
Published: August 2024

This paper summarizes a poster presentation that introduced diverse definitions of multicultural education from leading scholars including James A. Banks, Sonia Nieto, and Gloria Ladson-Billings. It prompts viewers to reflect on challenges in implementing multicultural practices, especially in Texas, where bans on DEI offices and critical race theory exist and erode the aims of an emancipatory education. Multicultural education embodies strategies promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in educational settings, aiming to foster cultural competence and critical consciousness among students. Despite challenges like curriculum standards and political tensions, defining multicultural education through varied perspectives empowers educators to sustain inclusive practices. The interactive aspect invites viewers to contribute, fostering understanding and commitment to multicultural education in Texas and beyond.
How to Create and Maintain Psychological Safety to Ignite High Performing Teams
Authors:   Utah Valley University, Westover Jonathan
Published: August 2024

Abstract: This article discusses how leaders can establish and maintain psychological safety to create high-performing teams. Psychological safety refers to feeling comfortable taking risks without fear of negative consequences. It outlines five strategies for building psychological safety based on professional experience and scholarly findings. These strategies include leaders modeling vulnerability, promoting inclusiveness, providing constructive feedback, connecting work to purpose, and celebrating small wins. Research cited shows psychological safety improves learning, innovation, problem-solving and stress resilience. Two strategies are described in real-world examples, including a manager who modeled vulnerability for her team. A manufacturing company case illustrates how diversity training and mixed work teams fostered psychological safety. Sustaining psychological safety long-term requires ongoing practices such as continued leader vulnerability modeling and feedback seeking. Creating this environment unleashes discretionary effort, agility, innovation and shared success.
Utilization of Facilities and Infrastructure in the Housing, Settlement and Land Office of Parepare City
Authors: Nasrullah Muh. , Wulandari Eka , Jamaluddin Jamaluddin
Published: August 2024

Office facilities and infrastructure refer to all facilities and infrastructure used in the operation of an office. The purpose of this study is to determine the use of facilities and infrastructure and what factors support and hinder the use of facilities and infrastructure of the Parepare City Housing, Settlement, and Land Office. Therefore, this study has significant in identifying the use of facilities and infrastructure that can lead to an effective and efficient work environment in completing their tasks. Data collection methods include observation, interviews, and documentation. The indicators of the use of facilities and infrastructure in this study are office machinery and equipment that are classified as ineffective because they are not adequate enough in existing availability. Inventory equipment is classified as ineffective due to the completeness of inventory equipment in the office that is still lacking. Office supplies, classified as ineffective because there are damaged / exhausted equipment not in accordance with the estimated time period. Office buildings, classified as effective categories because office buildings already include provisions issued by the local area. Transportation equipment is classified as effective in its utilization because the availability of official vehicles is in accordance with existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This study presents new information by relating detailed theories and research loci different from previous research on the use of facilities and infrastructure so that it can be used as evaluation material for research loci to advance the use of good and correct facilities and infrastructure.
Kegiatan Pengabdian Mengajar Mengaji dan Tajwid
Authors: Haris Andi Muh. Yusril , Akib Haedar , Suprianto Suprianto , Nasir M.
Published: August 2024

Pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan literasi agama di kalangan anak anak santri melalui pengajaran mengaji dan tajwid di rumah pengajian. Dengan memanfaatkan fasilitas yang sederhana Melalui pengajaran yang terstruktur dan didukung oleh pendekatan yang interaktif dan inklusif, pengajaran ini berupaya untuk meningkatkan pemahaman dan penghayatan terhadap Al-Quran, serta memperbaiki bacaan dan pelafalan dalam rangka menghormati keagungan teks suci tersebut. Selain itu, kegiatan ini juga mendorong partisipasi aktif dari santri agar para santri bisa memperbaiki bacaan Al-Qurannya. Dengan kegiatan ini, kami berharap dapat memberikan kontribusi nyata dalam memperkuat akar spiritual masyarakat dan memperkaya kualitas kehidupan beragama di lingkungan sekitar.
Public Employee Discipline
Authors: Wahid Muhammad , Saleh Sirajuddin , Isgunandar
Published: August 2024

The achievement of the goals, vision and mission of an agency or institution cannot be realized without the role and cooperation of parties in it. This research aims to analyze and document Employee Discipline in the office of the Food Security Office of South Sulawesi Province. This research is a qualitative research with data collection techniques using observation, interview and documentation methods with informant subjects, one of the leaders and four people who are also staff at the Office of the Food Security Office of South Sulawesi Province. The results of this research show that employee discipline at the Office of the Food Security Office of South Sulawesi Province is still lacking. This can be seen from the indicators of discipline, namely presence, responsibility, attitude, and norms. Where employees are present less in accordance with established regulations and observations proven through attendance list recaps, the implementation of responsibilities that are included in the category of very good, very good attitudes, and compliance with regulations that are still not good. The results of this research are still not as expected based on discipline indicators. This study presents new information by linking detailed theories and research loci different from previous research on employee discipline so that it can be used as evaluation material for research loci to improve employee discipline
A comparison of the effects of contemporary dressings and 1% Povidone Iodine on the healing of diabetic ulceration: A Quasy Experiment
Authors: Ariani Indra , Putra Harsya Dimas , Burhan Asmat
Published: August 2024

Background: Diabetes ulcers are a consequence of diabetes mellitus (DM). Modern dressing techniques are essential for the treatment of diabetic ulcers, which are lesions that necessitate specific attention and control. The researchers set out to find out how a diabetic ulcer wound healing score changed after using a contemporary dressing.
Aims: Analyse the effectiveness of dressing and povidone iodine 1% on diabetic foot ulcer healing.
Design and Methods: Quasi experiment, pre-test and post-test of experiment group using modern dressing and control group using iodine. Total sampling technique was used in this study with a total of 84 patients. Data analysis was performed with a parametric test, namely paired t-test, and independent t-test.
Results: Both groups originally exhibited comparable wound diameters. On the 30th day, there was a decrease in wound size score (MD-CI) due to modern dressing. The drop was -1.94 with a 95% confidence interval of -4.37 to 0.14. The p-value was 0.043 and the r-squared value was -0.121. On the 60th day, the MD-CI treatment resulted in a reduction in wound size of -5.14 (95% confidence interval: -11.50 to -1.34; p=0.013; r2= -0.416).
Conclusion: At first, contemporary dressing therapy achieved a marginal reduction in lesion size. However, lesion size decreased substantially in diabetic foot ulcers after day 60. It is possible to suggest this intervention as a therapeutic approach for diabetic foot ulcers
Comparison of Effectiveness of Hydropobic Cutimed Sorbact Versus Cadexomer Iodine 0.9% on Healing of Diabetic Foot Ulcer: A Randomized Control Trial
Authors: Mixrova Sebayang Septian , Burhan Asmat
Published: August 2024

Background: Diabetic foot ulcers have risen with DM. The IDF reports 15-25% of diabetics get foot ulcers, rising to 25% over time. Due to biofilm and bacteria growth, diabetic ulcers need advanced wound therapy using antimicrobial dressings. Modern antibacterial treatments include sorbact hydrophobic and 0.9% cadexomer iodine.
Aims: Analyse the effectiveness of cutimed sorbact hydrophobic with cadexomer iodine 0.9% on diabetic ulcer infection.
Design and Methods: A single-blind, fold-over, randomised controlled study. Patients with diabetes who developed foot ulcers between September 1 and December 1, 2023. One hundred sixty-two participants were randomly assigned to receive cutimed sorbact hydrophobic or cadexomer iodine 0.9%.  After 120 days, both groups.
Results: It was found that the two groups had similar body mass index (0.364), wound size (0.317), and baseline age (p=0.432). The mean difference in confidence value of -0.16 (OR -2.54 to 1.29; p=0.058) showed that diabetic foot ulcers in both groups had similar wound size on the thirtyth day. On day 60 of treatment, Sorbact Hydropobic showed a difference of 22.56±9.87 compared to Cadexomer Iodine 0.9%, with an MD-CI value of -6.75 (OR 5.19 to -0.34; p=0.039 At 90 days of treatment, cadexomer iodine showed a significant difference from sorbatc hydropobic (9.73±2.14), with an MD-CI value of -12.29 (OR-9.19 to -4.26; p=0.06; R2=-0.417).
Conclusion: Sorbact Hydropobic reduces wound size and infection, speeding chronic wound healing. On chronic wounds, hydropobic sorbact can be used as a primary dressing
Measuring Effectiveness of SMART Patrol in Biodiversity Protection of Rimbang Baling and Bukit Betabuh, Sumatra
Authors:   Postgraduate Department of Biology Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Andalas University, Padang, Indonesia 25163, Fardilla A , Novarino W ,   Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Andalas University, Padang, Indonesia 25163, Widodo F A , Hendra J ,   Yayasan WWF Indonesia, Perum Pemda Arengka Jalan Cemara Kipas No. 33, Pekanbaru, Indonesia 28289, Aadrean Aadrean ,   Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Andalas University, Padang, Indonesia 25163
Published: August 2024

The main authorities and practitioners face crucial challenges in safeguarding wildlife and conservation areas due to massive direct anthropogenic disturbances, such as illegal logging, habitat conversion into human development areas, and wildlife poaching. Therefore, measuring the effectiveness of wildlife and habitat protection is essential for wider conservation intervention. This study aimed to examine patrol effectiveness using measurable effort and parameters of SMART-based data collection in Rimbang Baling and Bukit Betabuh, Sumatra. We conducted a series of planned SMART-based data collections in designated patrol blocks of Rimbang Baling from 2014 to 2018. We implemented catch per unit effort (CPUE) measurement by the number of detected illegal activities and then a generalized linear model (GLM) to assess the relationship between patrol efforts and threat numbers. This study covered 209 patrols within 2,129 patrol days, 13,153.05 patrol hours, and 14,864 km. The CPUE value decreased from 0.381 to 0.191. Our GLM showed that patrol efforts significantly reduced threat numbers. This study provides new knowledge regarding SMART-based data collection and its ability to increase the effectiveness of patrols in promoting better protection and threat reduction in conservation areas in Indonesia.
Distribution of Stingless Bee (Trigona spp.) from Meliponiculture in South Sumatra Province, Indonesia
Authors:   Enviromental Science Program, Post Graduated of Universitas Sriwijaya, Jalan Padang Selasa No. 524 Bukit Lama, Ilir Barat 1, Palembang, Indonesia 30139, Rahmad B , Damiri N ,   Enviromental Science Program, Post Graduated of Universitas Sriwijaya, Jalan Padang Selasa No. 524 Bukit Lama, Ilir Barat 1, Palembang, Indonesia 30139, Hanafiah S ,   Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Sriwijaya, Jl. Palembang-Prabumulih Km. 32, Ogan Ilir, Indonesia 30662, Adriani D ,   Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Sriwijaya, Jl. Palembang-Prabumulih Km. 32, Ogan Ilir, Indonesia 30662
Published: August 2024

This study aims to determine species distribution by observing the stingless bees cultivated by the community in South Sumatra Province using meliponiculture. By visiting boxes and studying the entrance and characteristics of stingless bee hives at each research location, bee samples were obtained in six districts or cities where beekeepers exist. The study was conducted from January 2023 to May 2023. The type of bee species was identified in each culture box, the diameter of the entrance was measured, and the diameters of the honey pot and brood cell pot were measured. A descriptive analysis was performed to gain an overview of each entrance and nest. Based on the identification results, eight different varieties of stingless bees were discovered. Each research site had an unequal distribution of the eight varieties of bees. Lepidotrigona terminata, Heterotrigona itama, Lophotrigona canifrons, Geniotrigona thoracica, Tetrigona apicalis, Tetragonula testaceitarsis, Tetragonula fuscobalateata, and Tetragonula laeviceps are examples of stingless bees. Variations in the size of identified stingless bees affect the size of the hive, brood cell, honey pot, and entrance. The nest, brood cells, honey pot, and entrance grow in proportion to the size of the stingless bee. Differences in the form and size of the entrance can also distinguish between species.
Navigating Conservation Access: Unraveling Ignorant Tourist Behavior and Typologies in Komodo National Park
Authors:   Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Jl. Dr. Setiabudhi 229, Bandung, Indonesia 40154, Rahmafitria  , Putro H P H ,   Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jl. Ganesha 10, Bandung, Indonesia 40132, Rosyidie A ,   Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jl. Ganesha 10, Bandung, Indonesia 40132, Dirgahayani P ,   Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jl. Ganesha 10, Bandung, Indonesia 40132, Setiyorini P D S ,   Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Jl. Dr. Setiabudhi 229, Bandung, Indonesia 40154, Nurazizah G R ,   Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Jl. Dr. Setiabudhi 229, Bandung, Indonesia 40154
Published: August 2024

Several studies have explained that easy access increases the number of tourist visits to conservation areas. Additionally, numerous tourists have been observed exhibiting ignorant behavior and causing environmental damage. However, exploration of studies suggesting the connection between accessibility and tourists' negligent behavior is still limited. This research aims to prove the influence of easy access on tourist behavior by exploring tourist typologies. Therefore, the perception of accessibility is included as one of the indicators that form the typology. The study was conducted in Komodo National Park, one of the most popular destinations in Indonesia, which has experienced high accessibility development. The research method employed tourism policy and factor-cluster analysis to examine the tourist typology. Accessibility constructs and hedonic tourist motivation were used as the variables in the analysis. The total respondents were 534, and the data were analyzed using a non-hierarchical K-means cluster analysis. The result showed that three aspects were considered when managing accessibility in the protected areas. The aspects included destination, individual, and conservation accessibilities in the national park. Further, four tourist typologies were found in this research. Two new typologies, hedonistic adventure tourists and high-risk hedonistic tourists, indicated ignorant behavior. Two others, such as real ecotourists and nature-relaxing tourists, presented general nature-based tourist characteristics in the existing literature. The managerial implications of this research include providing practical insights for planners and destination managers to improve conservation awareness among remarkably ignorant tourists.
Connecting past and present
Authors: Yang Sihan , Kiyonaga Anastasia
Published: August 2024

A neural signature of serial dependence has been found, which mirrors the attractive bias of visual information seen in behavioral experiments.
Applicability of Various Intelligence Scales Utilised in Paediatric Population: An Overview
Authors: Handargule Anuja Satish , Taksande Amar , Meshram Revat , Uke Poonam
Published: August 2024

Due to the imperfect development of the brain and the varied biological, environmental, and experiential elements that arise during childhood and adolescence, paediatric neuropsychology differs from adult neuropsychology. According to current theories, certain brain regions have a reciprocal effect on various neuro functioning systems, which, in turn, affects the child’s ability to think and perceive. The interaction of functioning systems most likely affects the child’s behavioural, psychological, and cognitive manifestation of a childhood condition. These days, parents worry about their children doing well in school. A variety of intelligence scores are utilised to evaluate children’s cognitive abilities. Intelligence research is important since it sheds light on the individual’s qualities, shortcomings, and special talents. Currently, a large number of standardised tests are used since intelligence is seen as a measurable commodity. When diagnosing dyslexia, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disability, and other problems in the paediatric population, intelligence scales play a critical role. It is vital to recognise that every exam has a unique set of constraints. This paper explores the benefits and drawbacks of the currently utilised intelligence measures while offering an overview of each. The goal of this evaluation is to make it easier to analyse different intelligence measures and decide which ones are applicable for what circumstances and needs.
Ligasure versus Traditional Suturing in Total Abdominal Hysterectomy: A Retrospective Observational Study
Authors: Pharande Pratap , Tambe Vikas , Jainani Urvashi , Dhedia Radhika , Rukmini Chittampaly Sri
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Gynaecological procedures may be performed via vaginal, abdominal, or minimally invasive approaches, such as laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, and robotic surgery. Abdominal hysterectomy, a prevalent major surgical intervention, is linked to significant complications, notably bleeding and postoperative pain. The invention of Ligasure represents a pivotal milestone in the field of gynaecology. Aim: To compare the effectiveness of Ligasure and traditional suturing during total abdominal hysterectomy. Materials and Methods: A retrospective observational study was conducted in Dr. D. Y. Patil Hospital, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra, India from March 2022 to September 2023. A total of 34 patients scheduled for elective abdominal hysterectomy were enrolled and divided into two equivalent groups comprising Ligasure (group A) and conventional suturing (group B). Comprehensive preoperative assessments and preparations were done for all participants. Subsequent documentation and comparison of operative and postoperative outcomes, focusing primarily on parameters such as surgical duration, blood loss, and postoperative complications, were done between the two groups. Student’s t-test was used to compare surgical time and blood loss between group A and group B. Results: The mean age of participants in the Ligasure group was 43±4.5 years, and in the suture group was 45±5 years. The difference in BMI between the two groups was not significant. The surgical duration in the Ligasure group was significantly shorter (p-value=0.0002) compared to the conventional suturing group (53.8±6.7 minutes and 64.3±7.62 minutes, respectively). Furthermore, the Ligasure group showed a significant reduction (p-value<0.0001) in blood loss (156.4±31.3 mL and 261.6±36.8 mL, respectively). There was no significant difference (p-value=0.2990) in postoperative haemoglobin levels (11.6±1.2 g/dL and 11.2±1 g/dL, respectively). Conclusion: The use of Ligasure proves to be an efficient approach in abdominal hysterectomy. A reduced duration of surgery and a significant decrease in blood loss were observed with this procedure.
Salivary Levels of S100A8, S100A9 and S100A8/9 in Periodontal Health and Disease: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: George Annie Kitty , Narayan Sankari Malaiappan Vivek , Jayaraman Selvaraj , Suresh Nidhita
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Damage Associated Molecular Patterns (DAMPs) can initiate and amplify immune responses and can play an important role in the sustenance and progression of periodontal diseases. S100A8, S100A9 and their heterodimer, S100A8/9, are DAMPs or alarmins currently being evaluated for their potential as biomarkers in periodontal diseases. Aim: To quantify and compare salivary levels of S100A8, S100A9 and S100A8/9 in periodontal health, gingivitis or stage 1 periodontitis and stages 3 or 4 periodontitis. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional analytical study was carried out in the Department of Periodontics, Saveetha Dental College and Hospital, Chennai, India, from December 2022 to February 2023. Periodontal examination and saliva sample collection were done for sixty-eight consecutively enrolled subjects who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Study subjects were categorised as group 1, which comprised participants with clinical periodontal health (n=20), group 2, subjects with gingivitis or stage 1 periodontitis (n=20), and group 3, which included patients with stages 3 or 4 periodontitis (n=28). Detailed clinical examination and periodontal charting were done in all study subjects. Saliva samples were processed and stored at -80°C, and enzymelinked immunosorbent assay was done to quantify S100A8, S100A9 and S100A8/9. Data were analysed using International Business Machines (IBM) Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software version 25.0. Salivary levels of S100A8, S100A9 and S100A8/9 were expressed as mean and standard deviation values. Mean values of the three salivary proteins were compared using the non parametric Kruskal-Wallis test. Bonferroni adjusted pairwise comparisons were also done. The p-values less than 0.05 were considered statistically significant. Results: The mean age of study participants was 38.97±7.62 years. Salivary levels of S100A8 were 41.34±14.34, 141.95± 185.25 and 901.37±65.60 pg/mL in groups 1, 2 and 3, respectively. A statistically significant difference was present among the three groups for mean salivary levels of S100A8 (p-value<0.001). Pairwise comparisons showed that salivary S100A8 values in group 3 were significantly higher than the values observed in clinical health (group 1) (p-value<0.001) and those seen in the gingivitis or stage 1 periodontitis group (group 2) (p-value<0.001). Mean salivary levels of S100A9 and S100A8/9 did not show any statistically significant differences between the groups. Conclusion: There is an altered expression of S100A8, S100A9 and S100A8/9 in periodontal diseases compared to clinical health. Salivary levels of S100A8 are markedly different in cases of advanced periodontal destruction than in periodontal health and early stages of periodontal disease. Salivary S100A8 merits potential as a biomarker for periodontal diseases.
Propanil Poisoning Presenting with Methaemoglobinemia: A Case Report
Authors: Nanda Abhijit , David Dennis Martin , Kumar Suna Denish , Nanda Joel , Kispotta Alisha Jessy
Published: August 2024

Propanil is an uncommon cause of poisoning, and the incidence of it in India is unknown. It is a low to medium toxicity agent; however, severe poisoning can lead to death, especially in areas with limited medical facilities. Hereby, the authors present a case of 15-year-old girl who presented to Emergency Department after 72 hours of ingesting an unknown quantity of propanil. She was noted to have peripheral cyanosis, laboured breathing, and a room air saturation of 62%, for which she was intubated and ventilated. Methaemoglobinemia was suspected in the child, which is considered a complication of propanil poisoning, and methylene blue was administered within six hours of admission. Exchange transfusion was performed via a femoral central line catheter when there was no improvement with methylene blue. Sulfhaemoglobinemia was also considered as a differential diagnosis. On day 4 of the hospital stay, her saturation improved to 80%. She experienced complications of haemolysis, which were managed conservatively. She improved clinically and was extubated on day 5. Her room air saturation was 93% on day 9, and she was discharged. She had a follow-up appointment in the outpatient clinic after two weeks, where her saturation on room air was recorded as 97%, and her methaemoglobin levels were 8.7% in the postexchange transfusion sample. Propanil has the potential to cause severe, life-threatening clinical symptoms. Exchange transfusions can be lifesaving in situations of severe poisoning. Early transfer of patients to tertiary care Institutions should be considered as peripheral hospitals may lack intensive care facilities and exchange transfusion capabilities.
Paediatric Autoimmune Haemolytic Anaemia Presenting with Acute Kidney Injury: A Case Report
Authors: Barot Anuj , Verma Aashna , Gosai Dhara , Pathak Gargi
Published: August 2024

Autoimmune Haemolytic Anaemia (AIHA) occurs when an individual’s immune system produces autoantibodies against antigens on Red Blood Cells (RBCs). It is a relatively rare haematological disease in the paediatric population. Case reports of paediatric warm AIHA are rare in general and are usually associated with other underlying conditions like haematological neoplasms, viral infections, and drug-induced conditions. This is a case report of a three-year-old male child with warm AIHA who presented with dark urine and decreased urine output for one day. Through laboratory and radiological investigations, it was found that this patient developed acute haemolysis following a bacterial lower respiratory tract infection. The patient was treated with corticosteroids, antibiotics, and Intravenous Immunoglobulins (IVIg). Peritoneal dialysis was also done. The patient was eventually discharged from the hospital on a maintenance dose of oral steroids, which was gradually tapered off. It was concluded that a bacterial lower respiratory tract infection can lead to warm AIHA in children. Even though this illness is rare, it may cause life-threatening complications if prompt treatment is delayed.
CALAGEM E ADUBAÇÃO FOSFATADA NO CRESCIMENTO DE MUDAS DE TENTO CAROLINA (Adenanthera pavonina)
Authors: Santos Sammela Emanuelly dos , Vieira Cristiane Ramos
Published: August 2024

Quando se utiliza o solo como substrato na produção de mudas, se faz necessário à sua correção e adubação. Diante disso, realizou-se experimento para analisar os efeitos da correção do solo, associada a adubação fosfatada, no crescimento de mudas de tento carolina. Para isso, o solo foi calcareado e adubado, conforme os tratamentos: T1 – testemunha;  T2 – V50% + 50 kg ha-1 de P; T3 - V50% + 100 kg ha-1 de P; T4 - V50% + 150 kg ha-1 de P; T5 – V50% + 200 kg ha-1 de P; T6 – V60% + 50 kg ha-1 de P; T7 – V60% + 100 kg ha-1 de P; T8 – V60% + 150 kg ha-1 de P; T9 – V60% + 200 kg ha-1 de P; distribuídos em delineamento inteiramente casualizado e sete repetições. As sementes foram colocadas para germinar e, quando as plântulas atingiram 10 cm de altura, iniciou-se a análise do crescimento. Verificou-se que, as proporções em T3 e T4 permitiram as melhores condições para a produção de mudas de tento carolina, considerando as análises morfológicas realizadas. Recomendando-se quantidade de calcário para elevar a saturação por bases para 50% e a complementação com 100 kg ha-1 de P (T3).
Effect of Successful Breastfeeding Practices on Infant Development Outcomes
Authors: Muktamath Vinutha U. , Kammar Mouneshwari , Patil Prema , Biradar Shweta , N H Sunita
Published: August 2024

Breastfeeding is the most effective approach to nourish and promote the healthy growth of newborns, providing immune support. A differential design was used with the aim of studying the effect of successful breastfeeding practises on infant development outcomes such as physical, cognitive, language, psychomotor, and socio-emotional development. The study's population included 180 mother-infant dyads from northern Karnataka, India, with infants ranging in age from 3 to 24 months and mothers. The Socio-economic status (SES) scale developed by Aggarwal et al. (2005) and a self-structured questionnaire were used to document feeding practises, Bayley's Scale of Infant Development -III was used to assess developmental outcomes, and anthropometric tools. The results revealed that more than fifty per cent mothers-initiated breastfeeding within one hour while majority of mothers fed colostrum (77.80 %) and 53.33 per cent of mothers fed prelacteal feeds. When compared to complementarily and never breastfed children, infants exclusively breastfed during the first six months and fed for more than 12 months had better cognitive, linguistic and motor development. The influence of breastfeeding practices on socio-emotional development was not statistically significant. This indicates the need for family-based intervention to promote healthy nursing and proper weaning practices.
Forecasting Tomato Price and Arrival Patterns in Krishi Upaj Mandis, Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh using ARIMA Models
Authors: Sonvanee O. P. , Bhargav Pankaj
Published: August 2024

Seasonal indices are a statistical method using for explore of seasonal pattern of time series data. Twelve months ratio to moving average method is good for know about pattern of arrival and price around the year. The study was revealed that the peak arrivals season of tomato was found in month August (3084) to October (1767) and Peak price of tomato observed in the month Jun to August months of the year. In this study, for the use of farmers, traders and policy makers, we have made forecasts by most ARIMA Model (Box-Jenkins method) with the help of statistical package R (v 4.1) for a few years in which it was found that the highest arrivals and price in July-August months of the year. It is noticed that the positively relationship between price and arrivals of tomato in Krishi Upaj Mandi, Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh. Price of tomato was ranging from the minimum Rs.225/ qtl. to Rs. 9000/qtl. during the last eight years [year 2016-17 to Oct. 2023 (session 2023-24)]. The findings suggest that financial support for off-season protected cultivation and strategic planning in annual budgets can help mitigate price fluctuations.
Energy Efficiency and Conservation of Hotels in Ghana: A Systematic Review Article
Authors: Milla-Amekor Emilia Etsa
Published: August 2024

Objective: This study seeks to review on energy efficiency and conversation of hotels in Ghana.
Methods: The reviewed studies adopted a cross-sectional study design. A systematic review was carried out with the aid of online research journal websites as well as other in-context articles. While conducting this study, the key words in the search query were directed towards energy efficiency and conversation of hotels in Ghana. Areas noted in relation to this study was use of green practices in hotels. Therefore, there was linkage of papers pointing out on energy efficiency and conversation of hotels in Ghana.
Results: According to Appiah et al. study on sustainable energy systems and green practices, majority (71.8%) noted that they do not implement and depend largely on renewable energy programs. Only a few indicated they either use or implement renewable energy always, sometimes and some are yet to start its usage. According to Mensah’s study, energy-efficient light bulbs (94.2%), linen and towel reuse (74%), staff training in eco-friendly practices (72%), eco-friendly cleaning products (72%), and support for the local community (70%), were the most commonly used eco-friendly practices in hotels in Accra. According to Boateng’s study, on green hotel development, hotels are perceived to impact the natural environment negatively and the responses given below by respondents were in contention with the fact that high levels of energy consumption is one of the key impact of hotels on the environment.
Conclusion: In conclusion, the studies conducted by the researchers shed light on various aspects of sustainable energy systems, green practices, and environmental awareness.
The Impact of Educational Leadership on Student Achievement: A Comparative Analysis of Urban and Rural Schools
Authors: Thelma Chanda Chansa , Patrick Mwansa , Sylvester Chisebe , Mulenga Daniel Monta , Gilbert Mwila Mwenda , Phiri Edwin Vinandi
Published: August 2024

Overview: Educational leadership plays a critical role in shaping student achievement, with its impact varying significantly between urban and rural settings. This study investigated the influence of leadership practices on student outcomes, comparing urban and rural schools to understand the unique challenges and advantages each context presents.
Body of Knowledge: Educational leadership significantly influences student achievement, with its impact varying between urban and rural settings. This study explores how leadership practices affect student outcomes in both contexts, revealing that while urban schools benefit from greater resources and community engagement, rural schools excel in fostering close-knit communities despite facing resource limitations. By identifying these unique challenges and advantages, the study offers valuable insights for policymakers and educators to tailor leadership strategies effectively.
Methods: The research design was a comparative study with both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection. The study sampled 300 respondents within 6 selected schools in Lusaka district. The population consisted Head Teachers, Teachers, and Pupils from the selected schools. The study made use of the questionnaires, academic records, and leadership assessment to collect quantitative data while interviews and focus groups were used to collect qualitative data from the participants. The quantitative data collected were analyzed using appropriate statistical methods, such as descriptive statistics using SPSS (Statistical package for social sciences) and excel whereas the qualitative data were analyzed thematically.
Results: The findings revealed that urban schools benefit from superior resources and community engagement, leading to higher student achievement. Conversely, rural schools face resource constraints but excel in fostering strong community bonds and personalized learning environments. Effective leadership practices, such as robust resource management and continuous professional development, are crucial across both settings. Differences in resource availability and community dynamics highlight the need for context-specific leadership strategies to bridge achievement gaps.
Recommendation: The study recommended adopting context-specific leadership approaches to address the distinct needs of urban and rural schools.