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Implementation of MBKM Program in the Civil Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, UNP
Authors: Dzaki Muhammad Afi , Yustisia Henny
Published: August 2024

The implementation of the MBKM Program in the Civil Engineering Department at FT UNP was investigated to analyze its effectiveness and challenges. This descriptive qualitative study aimed to explore how the program is executed, the obstacles encountered by students, and the advantages it offers. Through interviews with six MBKM participant students and three department lecturers, data analysis revealed 17 codes, 10 sub-themes, and four main themes, including MBKM programs and activities, experiences and skills, administrative concerns, and challenges faced. The findings underscored the program's positive impact on students' skill enhancement, practical exposure, and holistic understanding of professional environments. Participation in activities such as PMM, Kampus Mengajar, and Magang Merdeka facilitated practical experiences, networking, and skill development, albeit challenges like administrative issues and credit conversion were identified. Overall, the MBKM Program significantly contributes to students' personal and professional growth, emphasizing the importance of effective coordination between stakeholders to optimize its implementation.
Risk Assessment on The Bandung Hilton Hotel Construction Project Utilizing The FMEA and FTA Methods
Authors: Kholida Lily , Melinda Lubis Nadia Tutur , Citra Zel , Hasdian Elhazri
Published: August 2024

Risk is the possibility or uncertainty of unexpected events occurring during the implementation of work which could harm the party carrying out the activity, the example is a risk of work accidents. The potential risk of work accidents also occurs in the Hilton Hotel Construction Project in Kota Baru Parahyangan - West Bandung. The project is a high-rise building with a height of 23 floors which of course has a fairly high risk of work accidents. This research aims to find out the dominant risk and its factors.This research applied two methods in analyzing, those methods are Failure Mode and Effect Analysis Method (FMEA) and Fault Tree Analysis Method (FTA). Having can be identified and analyzed that risks by using those methods, this research did some steps by using Method for Obtain Cut Set (MOCUS) for finding basic event combination.The results of this research are to determine the dominant risk of work accidents using the FMEA method, namely the activity of workers falling from a height during glass installation work with an RPN value of 26,3. Based on the FTA method, it produces 16 basic events are feeling unwell, lack of concentration, lack of enthusiasm for work, excessive joking, not seeing signs, lack of communication, lack of supervision time, lack of K3 training, less comfortable using PPE, limited amount of PPE, lack of training, lack of experience, signs that are too small, signs blocked by objects, slippery roads due to rain, and a messy work environment.
Reformasi Birokrasi Dalam Pelayanan Publik pada Dinas Penanaman Modal Dan Pelayanan Terpadu Satu Pintu (DPMPTSP) Kota Padang Panjang
Authors: Falahuddin Falahuddin , Frinaldi Aldri
Published: August 2024

This study aims to determine how the implementation of bureaucratic reform at the Investment Service and One Stop Integrated Services (DPMPTSP) in Padang Panjang City and offer several solutions to improve licensing administration services related to public services. This research approach is qualitative with the type of instrumental case studies. The results showed that the implementation of bureaucratic reform in licensing administration services, from the institutional aspect, that the licensing service in Padang Panjang City was in the form of One Stop Integrated Services; Aspects of Human Resources, namely the qualifications of existing employees are not in accordance with the needs of the organization, discipline and responsibility of employees are still relatively low; Aspects of systems and procedures, where permits are generally completed beyond the specified time period, there are discrimination and inconsistencies. The quality of public services as a whole still has to be improved because the level of public satisfaction is still categorized as sufficient. Where we can see the influential relationship between the quality of services performed by officers and community satisfaction as service recipients. In the future, it is hoped that it will be important that DPMPTSP Kota Padang Panjang improve the quality of its services to achieve public satisfaction.
Analisis Perkembangan Sektor Pariwisata di Kabupaten kerinci
Authors: Gustya Wulan Dari
Published: August 2024

Abstract
This study aims to describe how the development of the tourism sector in Kerinci Regency. This can be seen from the number of tourist objects in Kerinci Regency that have not experienced development, especially from the existing facilities which tend to be less attention by the government. The method used is a qualitative method by interviewing several informants who were met at the tourist attraction site during the research period. The location of this research is a tourist attraction which is the unit of analysis, namely, Semurup Hot Water, Kerinci Lake, Telun Berasap Waterfall, Aroma Pekko and Asri Murni Flower Park. The conclusion in this study through interviews with several informants who were met in several tourist objects, it means that all tourist objects in Kerinci Regency that are within the scope of this research object can be categorized as quite good but there are still many improvements that need to be addressed.
Keywords: Tourism, Development, Facilities.
Abstract
This study aims to describe how the development of the tourism sector in Kerinci Regency. This can be seen from the number of tourist objects in Kerinci Regency that have not experienced development, especially from the existing facilities which tend to be less attention by the government. The method used is a qualitative method by interviewing several informants who were met at the tourist attraction site during the research period. The location of this research is a tourist attraction which is the unit of analysis, namely, Semurup Hot Water, Kerinci Lake, Telun Berasap Waterfall, Aroma Pekko and Asri Murni Flower Park. The conclusion in this study through interviews with several informants who were met in several tourist objects, it means that all tourist objects in Kerinci Regency that are within the scope of this research object can be categorized as quite good but there are still many improvements that need to be addressed.
Keywords: Tourism, Development, Facilities.
Dampak Dilakukannya Mitigasi Bencana Banjir Oleh Badan Penanggulangan Bencana Daerah Kabupaten Lima Puluh Kota di Nagari Taram
Authors: Basri Zahari , Alhadi Zikri
Published: August 2024

This study aims to determine the flood disaster mitigation in Nagari Taram which is carried out by the regional disaster management district of Lima puluh kota. There are still frequent floods in Nagari Taram, especially during the rainy season, although there has been mitigation carried out by the BPBD district of Lima puluh kota. Mitigation is carried out by normalizing the Batang Sinamar river, building gabions, enlarging river flow and installing grass thickets to retain river cliffs. This research method is a qualitative method with a descriptive type. The location of this research is in the office of the district disaster management agency in fifty cities, the office of public works and spatial planning as well as the office of the Taram nagari guardian. Collecting data using observational interviews and documentation studies. Research information is a number of heads of fields, heads of sections in disaster management agencies in the district of Lima Puluh Kota. The results of the study indicate that there have been mitigation actions from the BPBD district of Lima puluh kota
Pemberdayaan Perempuan Dalam Pengolahan Kelapa Menjadi Virgin Coconut Oil Di Nagari Sunur, Kecamatan Nan Sabaris, Kabupaten Padang Pariaman
Authors: Jusmita Jusmita
Published: August 2024

Abstract
This study describe the empowerment carried out to women in Nagari Sunur in processing coconut as one of the potential areas to improve community welfare and increase income. Women's empowerment is carried out by various elements, be it the local government, community institutions and the Nagari community. With the abundant coconut potential of Nagari Sunur, as well as support from various parties, it is hoped that the empowerment efforts carried out can run properly. So that people can also enjoy the results of their work. The empowerment that has been carried out has shown good results in improving the welfare of the community. However, it is undeniable that in this effort there are still obstacles that have an impact on bottlenecks in product marketing. It is hoped that the Regional Government will support this activity more so that it can motivate the community to continue producing VCO oil processed products and also so that the community is able to be creative and independent.
Efektifitas Inovasi Pelayanan Pengurusan Paspor Secara Kolektif (Eazy Passport) pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19 di Kantor Imigrasi Kelas I TPI Padang
Authors: Junita Sonia , Khaidir Afriva
Published: August 2024

This research is motivated by the lack of interest in collective services (eazy passport) during the pandemic at the TPI Padang class I immigration office, the public still lacks understanding in using the collective passport service procedure (eazy passport) and the implementation of collective passport services (eazy passport) is still ineffective. ) at the immigration office class I TPI Padang. Therefore, the Class I immigration office of TPI Padang is expected to be more aggressive in conducting socialization regarding collective service innovations (eazy passport) during the pandemic and can also evaluate the procedure for the number of passport applicants with a minimum provision of 50 applicants which is considered too burdensome for agencies wishing to participate. in this service. The purpose of this study was to describe the effectiveness of the innovation of collective passport management services (eazy passport) during the COVID-19 pandemic at the Class I immigration office of TPI Padang. This research is processed using a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. This research was conducted at the immigration office class I TPI Padang. Data collection techniques were carried out through interviews, observation, and documentation. Based on the results of research and discussion, it was found that the effectiveness of the innovation of collective passport management services (eazy passport) during the covid-19 pandemic at the immigration office class I TPI Padang can be said to have not been implemented effectively because there are still few institutions that participate in using the collective passport service (eazy passport). passport) for a period of one year implementing this service at the Immigration Office class I TPI Padang.
Pengaruh Kebijakan Pilkada Masa Pandemi Terhadap Tingkat Partisipasi Masyarakat pada Pemilihan Kepala Daerah di Kota Sungai Penuh Tahun 2020
Authors: Yvanka Vika , Adnan M. Fachri
Published: August 2024

This research is based on the differences in the implementation of the Pilkada during the pandemic and the increasing participation of the people of Sungai Penuh city in the 2020 Pilkada compared to the public participation in the 2015 election, which increased by 3,889 people from the number of registered DPTs. Considering that Indonesia is facing a non-natural disaster, namely the COVID-19 pandemic with many regulations, policies and restrictions set by the government. This study aims to see the effect of the regional election policy during the pandemic on public participation in the elections of Sungai Penuh City. The reason for choosing the city of Sungai Penuh as the research location is because the city of Sungai Penuh is included in the 5 cities with the highest level of vulnerability according to the Bawaslu of Jambi Province. The research method used in this research is quantitative, combined with associative methods. Collecting data using a questionnaire method to respondents consisting of 156 people who were randomly assigned from 8 sub-districts in the city of Sungai Penuh. Data analysis used classical assumption test, partial test and simple linear test using SPSS Software Version 22.0. The results of this study indicate that the pilkada policy during the Covid-19 pandemic in the implementation of the 2020 elections had a significant effect on the level of participation of the people of Sungai Penuh city as much as 42.2%.
Pelaksanaan Fungsi Legislasi DPRD dalam Pembuatan Peraturan Daerah Kabupaten Sijunjung Tahun 2018
Authors: Kharisma Lara , Jumiati Jumiati
Published: August 2024

This research is motivated by problems that occur in the implementation of the function of the DPRD as a regional regulation maker which is considered to be still not optimally carried out, such as many DPRDs not using their initiative rights optimally, there are still many problems in the preparation of academic texts for making regional regulations, there are still disagreements between DPRD and the community and many others that the authors met related to the legislative function of the DPRD in 2018. This study aims to determine the implementation of the legislative function of the Sijunjung Regency DPRD in making the 2018 Sijunjung Regency regional regulations as well as the obstacles and efforts in implementing the legislative function. This research was conducted and processed using a qualitative descriptive approach, while the data collection techniques were carried out through interviews and documentation studies. Based on the results of research and discussion, it was found that the implementation of the legislative function of the Sijunjung Regency DPRD in making regional regulations for Sijunjung Regency in 2018 was still considered less than optimal, this was evidenced in the use of the initiative rights of the Sijunjung Regency DPRD, which was still minimal, as seen from 19 draft regional regulations, only 4 designs came from the initiative. DPRD. Furthermore, there are also obstacles in the implementation of the legislative function of the DPRD which come from internal in the form of facilities and infrastructure, human resources and budgets and externally in the form of the environment around the organization and political culture. To overcome these obstacles, efforts can be made that also come from internal and external organizations and are considered to be resolved properly.
Efektivitas Program Rasa Sejiwa Sebagai Bentuk Inovasi Pelayanan Publik Terkait dengan Permasalahan Orang dalam Gangguan Jiwa di Kecamatan Nanggalo, Kota Padang
Authors: Pratama Yoga , Putri Nora Eka , Syafril Rizki
Published: August 2024

This research is motivated by the problem that there are still many people with mental health disorders in Padang citywhich do not get treatment to overcome their illness and roam freely on the streets with a fairly low level of economy and education and some are not taken care of by their families. One of the ways we can help people who have mental health problems in Padang city, especially in Nanggalo District, we can see with the existence of a new idea or innovation of basic mental health public services carried out by the Nanggalo Health Center with the name Rasa Sejiwa Group with Ibu Fitri Diah as the originator and implementer.The Rasa Sejiwa Program itself was officially launched on February 13, 2017, with Kurao Pagang subdisrict as a pilot program. The Rasa Sejiwa program was created to improve medication adherence for people with mental health disorders, to provide assistance and health services for mental patients as well as socialization and counseling to the general public. The Rasa Sejiwa program in the Nanggalodistrict is expected to be able to overcome problems related to people who do not have money to go to the hospital and reduce the number of patient with mental health disorder who are neglected on the streets.
Efektivitas Pelaksanaan Tsunami Safe Zone Terhadap Masyarakat KotaPadang
Authors: Zaler Andina , Putri Nora Eka
Published: August 2024

An earthquake with the potential for a tsunami is a disaster that needs to be anticipated, especially the city of Padang, which is an earthquake-prone area with the potential for a tsunami. Considering the potential for this very dangerous disaster, of course it is necessary to make efforts to reduce disaster risk in order to prevent or at least anticipate the number of victims, both property and human life. Efforts to reduce disaster risk for the safety of human life, when an earthquake with a potential tsunami occurs, tsunami evacuation instructions have been installed by the Padang City Regional Disaster Management Agency, one of which is by making a blue line (Tsunami Safe Zone). The blue line (Tsunami Safe Zone) is an estimate of the area classified as safe from a potential tsunami. This blue line will later indicate that if residents have crossed the line, they will be in a tsunami-safe area.
Keywords: effectiviness, tsunami, safe zone
Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Collaborative Governance dalam Pengelolaan Hutan Adat Tigo Luhah Kemantan di Kabupaten Kerinci Berdasarkan Theory of Constraint
Authors: Rahman Afzal , Putri Nora Eka , Syafril Rizki
Published: August 2024

Hutan Adat is one of the forest management schemes in the social forestry setting initiated by the government in 2016. The social forestry program is a form of forest sector management with local wisdom that includes the forest area around the community residence. The forest is managed by local community for their own welfare. The distribution of Hutan Adat in Indonesia is currently widespread, one of which is in Kerinci Regency, Jambi Province. As part of Hutan Adat that is incorporated in social forestry scheme, Hutan Adat Tigo Luhah Kemantan collaborates with the Jambi Provincial Forestry Service through the Regional Technical Implementation Unit of the Kerinci Production Forest Management Group Unit 1. However, in its management, there are factors that affect the Collaborative Governance process. So, this study aims to describe two things. First, it describes the inhibiting factors for collaboration internally. Second, it defines the inhibiting factor for collaboration from the external side. Qualitative descriptive is used as the research method of this study. This qualitative research is intended to understand the phenomenon of inhibiting the collaborative governance process in the management of Hutan Adat Tigo Luhah Kemantan, Kerinci. This research was conducted at Hutan Adat Tigo Luhah by using interview, observation, and documentation study techniques. The results showed that there were two internal factors that influenced the collaboration process, namely (1) inconsistent management of Kelompok Usaha Perhutanan Sosial (KUPS), and (2) inadequate human resources. In addition, there is also one factor that influences externally from outside the collaboration, namely market constraints.
Peran Polisi Daerah (Polda) Riau Dalam Upaya Pemberantasan Peredaran Buku Pemilik Kendaraan Bermotor (BPKB) Palsu
Authors: Wahyuni Kris Ridha , Putri Nora Eka
Published: August 2024

This study intends to determine the role of Polda Riau in efforts to eradicate the circulation of fake BPKB. This research was conducted using a qualitative approach with descriptive methods, in determining researcher informants using purposive sampling methods and techniques. Data collection techniques are carried out by interviews, observation, and documentation. In testing the validity of the data, researchers used method triangulation techniques. As for data analysis techniques using data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions. The results showed that theRiau Regional Police in an effort to eradicate the circulation of fake BPKB by means of (a) upay a preemptive by conducting socialization and education to the public about the dangers of circulating fake BPKB and the importance of checking the validity of vehicle documents before making motor vehicle buying and selling transactions. (b) preventive efforts have conducted surveillance of workshops and car dealers suspected of being involved in the circulation of fake BPKB. (c) repressive efforts have carried out investigations and investigations against the perpetrators of making fake BPKB such as by checking the same vehicle, and when checking through the database there are irregularities with the frame number, engine and type. If anyone violates, the Riau Regional Police provides strict sanctions for the perpetrators of the circulation of fake BPKB. Furthermore, f the inhibiting actors for the Riau Regional Police in carrying out efforts to eradicate the circulation of fake BPKB, namely (1) the lack of capabilities and resources owned by the Riau Regional Police; (2) lack of public awareness about the importance of knowledge related to the circulation of fake BPKB.
Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Peran Istri Nelayan dalam Meningkatkan Pendidikan Formal Anak di Kelurahan Air Tawar Barat
Authors: Rahayu Dila , Eriyanti Fitri
Published: August 2024

The background to this research is that the dual role of a fisherman's wife draws attention to her children's education which is neglected so that many of the fisherman's children's educational levels are low. However, it is known that in general the education level of fishermen's children is relatively low, however, this is different from that in Air Tawar Barat Subdistrict, where in reality, of the many fishing households in Padang City, there are many fishermen's children who continue their education to tertiary institutions. In this research, researchers used a qualitative approach with descriptive methods in Air Tawar Barat Village. The data obtained was collected through an interview process and documentation study. The results of the research show that the factors that can influence the role of fishermen's wives in improving children's formal education in Air Tawar Barat sub-district are divided into two, namely supporting factors consisting of motivation, the perception of fishermen's wives who want their children to succeed, and the distance between school and home. Meanwhile, the inhibiting factors consist of lack of supervision by a fisherman's wife towards her children, the mindset of the fisherman's wife, the personality of the fisherman's children themselves, and environmental factors where the fisherman's children live.
IMPLEMENTASI PERATURAN WALIKOTA PADANG PANJANG NOMOR 37 TAHUN 2018 TENTANG TATA CARA PENGELOLAAN DAN PEMBERDAYAAN PASAR PUSAT DI KOTA PADANG PANJANG
Authors: Khairunisa Aulia Khairunisa , Mubarak Adil
Published: August 2024

This research aims to describe the implementation of Padang Panjang Mayor Regulation Number 37 of 2018 concerning Procedures for Management and Empowerment of the Central Market in Padang Panjang City. This research is motivated by the existence of regulations regarding the management of wholesale markets which were previously traditional markets with the aim of creating representative markets as a means of driving the regional economy. In this research, researchers used descriptive methods with a qualitative approach. To collect research data through observation, interviews and documentation studies. Testing the validity of the research data obtained using method triangulation and source triangulation techniques. In this research, problems were found regarding the management and empowerment of the central market of Padang Panjang City, where the mayor's regulations were still not fully complied with by traders selling, and there were even traders selling outside the applicable provisions and contracts. to this regulation. This problem will have an impact on the convenience of the buying and selling process between traders and potential buyers and will not properly organize the placement of traders which must be in accordance with the commodity/zoning. Research on procedures for managing and empowering the central market in Padang Panjang City adapts to the scope of procedures for managing and empowering the central market in Padang Panjang City which includes: 1) terms and procedures for placing traders, 2) rights and obligations of traders, 3) cooperation central market management, 4) control and evaluation, and 5) central market empowerment.
This research Pelaksanaan Layanan Pencatatan Sipil Bagi Penyandang Disabilitas Di Dinas Kependudukan dan Pencatatan Sipil Kota Padang
Authors: Rahmatika Fini , Jumiati Jumiati
Published: August 2024

This research is about the implementation of civil registration services for persons with disabilities at the Department of Population and Civil Registration of the City of Padang. It is important for Indonesian citizens to arrange civil registration documents, especially for persons with disabilities to obtain their needs and protect their rights so that social inequality does not occur. The method used in this research is descriptive method, qualitative approach. Field data collection through interviews, with observation (observation) and documentation to answer problems in research. The technique used in testing the validity of the triangulation technique is in the form of an analysis whose results are obtained by comparing several existing techniques and sources. Problems that arise in the Implementation of Civil Registration Services for Persons with Disabilities Disdukcapil Padang City, the provision of civil registration services does not yet have special service standards for persons with disabilities so that during the queuing process the service is still equated with services. to the general public. Behind the service standards that are not specifically made by the Disdukcapil City of Padang, the provision of accessibility is still not optimal, such as special queues for persons with disabilities and priority waiting chairs. Persons with disabilities who are also not used to accessing online civil registration services through the Sirancak application, as well as the lack of socialization from Disdukcapil in implementing the Sirancak website, in the implementation process the disabled community prefers to be served directly.
PERENCANAAN PENANGANAN PERIZINAN PEMBANGUNAN TAMAN WISATA ALAM PEMANDIAN MEGA MENDUNG NAGARI SINGGALANG KABUPATEN TANAH DATAR
Authors: Kurniawan Reffishandria Lisna , Adnan M Fachri
Published: August 2024

This research is motivated by the natural tourist park tourist attraction which is located on the Sicincin-Bukittinggi highway, precisely in the Anai Valley, where the location of this tourist attraction is included in a natural conservation area. This research aims to design a planning for handling permits for the construction of the Mega Mendung Natural Tourism Park in Nagari Singgalang, Tanah Datar Regency. This research focuses on analyzing licensing regulations, mapping licensing procedures, and preparing recommendations to simplify and speed up the licensing process for developing Nature Tourism Parks. The research methodology involved data collection, regulatory analysis, interviews, and field surveys. The results of this research show that the government is taking a middle path to resolve licensing issues in the form of managing natural conservation areas in accordance with existing regulations, while the entrepreneurs themselves will later follow government decisions in the future considering that this tourist attraction has been operating for quite a long time and without an official permit.
Peran Kepemimpinan Lokal Dalam Pengembangan Wisata Bahari di Sungai Pisang Kota Padang
Authors: Ramadhan Surya , Frinaldi Aldri
Published: August 2024

Local leadership is leadership that exiist is an particular community group such as customary cultural and religious similarities. in this case local leadership responsible for the development of marine tourism in the Sungai Pisang is still not optimal, it can be seen that there is still a lot of wastle thrown by the community and tourist to Sungai Pisang beach area the absences of a pier that can support the safety and comfort of tourist and the absences of rules that can regulate and discipline fishermen created by local leadership in the development of marine tourism on the Sungai Pisang
Evaluation of Cross-Sectional Designs Impact of Different NiTi Files on Distortion Resistance Using SEM (An-in Vitro Study)
Authors:   Ministry of Health,Khanzad Teaching Center For Oral And Dental Health, Erbil, Qaddori Fikrat , Salman Raid ,   Ministry of Health,Khanzad Teaching Center For Oral And Dental Health, Erbil
Published: August 2024

Abstract—Background and aims: The aim of this study was to compare the effect of cross-sectional designs of four rotary systems (One Curve, 2Shape, K3-i File, E3 Azure), on distortion resistance of the metal surfaces of these files in simulated resin blocks under controlled conditions with five repeated usages, using scanning electron microscope (SEM). Materials & Methods: Four rotary file systems: (1) One Curve, (2) 2Shape, (3) K3-i File, and (4) E3 Azure, were tested in simulated J-shaped root canal resin blocks with a 45 ̊ angle of curvature. Ten files from each system, each one of the 10 files were used to prepare 5 resin blocks, named R1-R2-R3-R4-R5. All the used files from the 4 systems had tip size 25 diameter, taper (6%), and length (25 mm). Following the manufactural recommendation of each system. All the resin blocks were prepared for Glide Path with manual reamers size 10, and 15, with a fixed working length 16 mm, then all the samples were prepared with a Proglider rotary file from Dentsply (size 16 taper 3%), then finally were prepared with Edge Files (USA), with size 20 and taper 6%, reaching to the step of master preparation with the selected files of the 4 systems. Using a customized device for preparation to ensure fixed vertical force and to exclude any lateral force, preparation was done with EDTA solution as irrigation, with a fixed no. of 5 strokes, the time was controlled by using a Metronome, each stroke duration was 6 seconds. Five parameters were suggested to be evaluated by two observers. These parameters or criteria includes: 1) Apical deformation, 2) Cutting edge deformation, 3) Crack presence, 4) Full spiral deformation, 5) Apical spiral deformation. The data were collected and registered in the Excel sheet for all 44 files (4 instruments as control) and comparison was done between the 4 systems. Visual observation for all the images has been done, and the data registered as a scale from 1 to 4 for the first two criteria, and as present or not for the other three criteria. Results: For the apical deformation parameter, there was a non- significant difference (P > 0.05) (P value = 0.625) among all experimental groups by using the KWT. For the cutting-edge deformation parameter, there was a significant difference at (P < 0.05). For the crack parameter, there was a non-significant difference at P > 0.05 (P value = 1) among all experimental groups by using Fisher's Exact test. Conclusion: The Ni Ti alloys with heat treated technologies showed a high resistance to cutting edge deformation, cracks formation, and instrument fracture, with five repetitions of use.
An Investigation of the Variances (rs5744168, rs5744174) of TLR-5 and Susceptibility to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Toxoplasmosis in Groups of Iraqi Women
Authors:   College of Medicine Al-Nahrain University \ Microbiology department, Flayh Haider , Hathal Huda ,   College of Medicine Al-Nahrain University \ Microbiology department, Abdulrasol Enas ,   College of Medicine Al-Nahrain University \ Gynecology department
Published: August 2024

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder characterized by a range of reproductive, metabolic, and immune irregularities. Emerging evidence suggests that infectious agents can contribute to the pathogenesis of PCOS, particularly through immune dysregulation. Toxoplasma gondii, an intracellular protozoan parasite, has been implicated in various immune-mediated disorders. Toll-like Receptor 5 (TLR-5), a key component of the innate immune system, plays a pivotal role in recognizing pathogen-associated molecular patterns, including those from T. gondii. This article explores interplay between TLR- 5 single nucleotide polymorphisms (rs5744168, rs5744174) and susceptibility to T. gondii and the potential implications for PCOS development. A case- control study of 150 sample patient divided into four groups, amplification-refractory mutation system (ARMS PCR) was used to examine these SNPs. rs5744168 shows a significant difference between PCOS+ toxoplasmosis and toxoplasmosis only with control group. Also, rs5744174 revealed a significant difference between toxoplasmosis patients and control group. Therefore, women that have both SNPs (rs5744168, rs5744174) in TLR-5 become more susceptible to infection with toxoplasma gondii.
Synthesis of New Amino Acid-Conjugated Derivatives of a Sulphonamide
Authors:   Department of Chemistry, Faculty of science Al-Baath University, Syria, Deebb Samara , Sadakaa Mohammad ,   College of Health Technology, Cihan University-Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
Published: August 2024

The subsequent synthesis involved the preparation of novel sulfonamide derivatives from 4-acetamidobenzenesulfanyl chloride. 4-acetamidobenzenesulfanyl chloride was synthesized as the initial compound, followed by the preparation of derivatives through the reaction of 4-acetamidobenzenesulfanyl with the amino acids valine, alanine, and tryptophan using a basic solution of sodium hydroxide. The structures of the derivatives determined by the using FT-IR, 1 H-NMR, 13C-NMR, and DEPT 135o analysis. In addition, the derivatives were also evaluated for their antimicrobial effectiveness against significant strains, specifically S.aureus and E. coli.
Estimation of Thyroid Function Tests in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Authors:   Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Science, Cihan University-Erbil, Erbil  44001, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, Taher Zahraaakhan
Published: August 2024

Background and Objectives: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is an endocrine and metabolic disorder caused by insulin resistance, insulin hormone deficiency, and impaired insulin production form pancreatic beta cells. Thyroid hormones play a key role in glucose metabolism via several mechanisms. This study aimed to estimate the serum thyroid hormone levels in type 2 diabetic patients. Methods: The current case and control study was carried out in Erbil city. Blood specimens were collected from 100 subjects divided into two groups (50 case , 50 control). Each group consisted of (32 females and 18 males). The separate serum was used to determine the levels of thyroid stimulating hormone and thyroid hormones in diabetic patients and control subjects. Results: The results demonstrated that the serum thyroid hormones were significantly lower in patients with type 2 diabetes compared to healthy subjects. The mean ± SE was (3.58 ± 0.06) pmol/L and (14 ± 0.34) pmol/L, for triiodothyronine and thyroxine in type 2 diabetic patients, respectively. In addition, there was a significant difference in serum thyroxine levels among the grades of body mass index values in the case group. Conclusion: The study result concluded that type 2 diabetes mellitus could cause thyroid dysfunctions. It demonstrated that chronic hyperglycemia status in diabetes mellitus had a significant effect on serum thyroid hormone concentration.
The Impact of Zingiber Officinale Decoction on Thyroid Functions in Hypothyroid-Induced Rats.
Authors:   Hawler Medical University / College of Medicine-pharmacology department-kurdistan region-Iraq, Dizay Kawa , Agha Nsreen ,   Ministry of Health, Erbil-Iraq, Omar Begard ,   Hawler Medical University / College of Medicine-pharmacology department-kurdistan region-Iraq
Published: August 2024

Background and objective: Zingiber officinale (Ginger) has several pharmacological actions and is extensively employed in traditional medicine for the management of different conditions. This study was designed to evaluate and compare the effects of Ginger with levothyroxine on thyroid function tests and female sex hormone tests in normal and hypothyroid rats. Methods: Forty-two female rats were divided into two groups. The initial group consisted of 12 rats, which were then divided into two smaller groups, each containing 6 rats. The first smaller group acted as a control, while the second subgroup was given a Ginger decoction. The second group consisted of 30 rats with induced hypothyroidism, which were further divided into five smaller groups, each containing 6 rats. The first subgroup served as a positive control group. The second subgroup received aqueous of Ginger. The third subgroup received the decoction with propylthiouracil. The fourth subgroup received levothyroxine. The fifth subgroup received levothyroxine with propylthiouracil. Results: Ginger administration significantly increased serum T3 and decreased serum T4 levels in normal rats. Notably, both ginger and levothyroxine significantly increased serum T3 and T4 levels in hypothyroid rats. In normal rats, daily ginger administration significantly increased serum estrogen and decreased serum progesterone levels. However, in hypothyroid rats, it did not significantly affect either estrogen or progesterone levels.
OPTIMIZING EDUCATION STUDENTS’ PUBLIC SPEAKING SKILLS AS AN EFFORT TO IMPROVE TEACHER COMPETENCE
Authors: Simbolon Santa Olivia Sharon
Published: August 2024

This study aims to evaluate the improvement of future educators' public speaking skills through training focused on their final results. In the third meeting, there was a significant improvement of 71.32% in the students' public speaking skills after the post-test. This result showed a good improvement from the previous pre-test. Good public speaking skills are very important for future educators, as this will affect their competence in becoming professional teachers. The teacher's ability to explain the material briefly but comprehensively is needed so that students can understand well. This research makes an important contribution in preparing future educators to communicate effectively, avoid difficulties during the learning process, and improve their public speaking skills.
Mimesis Concept in The Malay Art
Authors:   Department of Visual Culture Studies, Faculty of Art and Design Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Selangor, Kampus Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia, Ab. Aziz Arba’iyah
Published: August 2024

The Malays have long utilized natural resources to meet their daily basic needs. Natural resources serve as the basis not only in nutrition, medicine, and equipment but also the basis of inspiration in Malay art. It begins with careful observation and reasoning and then the natural resources are utilized wisely by the Malays. Since most of them live in villages, life is well integrated with the rural environment such as plants, and other various natural elements. With the concept of hometown, they make nature to fulfill their economic and social functions and, also to fill the gap between ethical and aesthetic values, for cultural development. This paper discusses the concept of mimesis or imitation by Malay artisans in the production of art and design motifs. The objective of this study was to document the concept of mimesis in the production of Malay art. There are many art and design motifs that are sourced from nature. It is based on the process of imitation and is found in songket weaving motifs, weaving, batik, wood carving, telepuk and others. The research of this study is based on observation methods and interviews with individuals and cultural expert figures. It is hoped that every Malay art will continue to be appreciated and understood as a rich artistic heritage with its values and philosophy that support the community and the culture. The essence of such methodology or procedure is to highlight nature as the source of aspiration and inspiration of art treasures that will ensure the greatness of Malay art universally.
Utilizing and Evaluating of Virtual Tours in Art Exhibition Amidst Global Pandemic
Authors:   Faculty of Art and Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Perak, Hashim Amir Nur Muhammad Amin , Omar Aznan ,   Faculty of Art and Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Perak, Mazlan Hilal ,   Faculty of Art and Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Perak
Published: August 2024

Covid-19 has sojourned the world as we know then into a cessation. It affects various disciplinary fields to a standstill which includes art and tourism. In Malaysia, to adapt to the global pandemic; new opportunities have emerged and dealt with it no longer becomes optional but rather a solution. Therefore, this research is mainly focused on implementing virtual tours to cope with the new norms; and evaluates its implication specifically in showcasing art exhibitions. The researcher uses the concept of Google Street View to capture virtual spaces; combining with Pano2Vr software as constructing tools; for audiences to interact and discusses its usefulness based on their ease of accessibility. Through the usage of this software, the researcher was able to reconstruct the actual gallery into series of interconnected images that trajectories within a web hosting server which are accessible over various platforms. The researcher purposely uses 360 panoramic images to maintain the ingenuity and actuality of the exhibition surroundings; due to most audiences are more complacent to the practicality compared to 3D digital replication. The advantages and disadvantages of this particular application of Virtual Tours (VTs) are then assessed through data collected based on the accessed devices, accessed locations, and total participation to see whether this concept can be used as a new alternative tool in showcasing art exhibitions in the effort of avoiding the pandemic widespread while still keeping the art activity at a sensible pace.
The Era of Modernism and Postmodernism: A Transformation of Visual Art in A Socio-Cultural Context
Authors:   Department of Visual Culture Studies, Faculty of Art and Design Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Selangor, Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia., Abd. Aziz Mohamad Kamal
Published: August 2024

This paperwork discusses some theories between modernist and postmodernist thinking that have evolved in society. The presence of postmodernist thought is said to be anti-modernist. Thus, the question is whether it emerges as anticipation or the occurrence of a transformation shift at its pace in driving the development of art and culture. The objective of this study is to discuss the changing trends of art practitioners in the context of visual art and culture phenomenon today since the era of modernism. However, to what extent is the presence of postmodernist thinking that is said to be anti-modernism put into practice or is modernist thinking dead? The statement also dissects various notions or is it true that there is no precise and clear interpretation or understanding between "modern art" and "postmodern art"? This is also marked by the emergence of various interpretations and the existence of polemics or discussions among scholars, especially in the discourse of art and culture. This study is using secondary research based on various theories of disciplines and conducting an interview with art critics and art historians in resolving this question. Although there are various doubts in the separation between "modernism" and "postmodernism" but it provides an interesting input that is often associated with the emergence of some characteristics of the postmodern era thought and style that differs in terms of ideas, concepts, approaches, materials, appearance, presentation, ideas, interpretation and it is meaning that leads to the transformation of visual arts in the current socio-cultural context.
ZIMBABWE: TEACHING PEACE IN CHALLENGING ENVIRONMENTS. LESSONS FROM THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (NUST), BULAWAYO
Authors:   Department of Peace and Security Studies Faculty of Social Sciences Midlands State University, Zimbabwe, MAKWANISE Ndakaitei , MASUNDA Octavious ,   Business Management Department Faculty of Commerce National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe
Published: August 2024

Although the United Nations, governments, and other nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) are putting efforts into promoting peace education in Africa, challenges remain due to “challenging environments”. A “challenging environment,” as defined in this paper, is an environ ment that neither fully permits nor bars the teaching of peace. This is typical of environments where peace is introduced, especially in third world countries. When the UN and prominent NGOs advocate for peace education, governments are often willing and quick to comply, but nu merous challenges hinder the teaching of peace. Based on practical experiences in establishing a peace course across faculties, the authors draw several lessons from the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) experience. Tasked with the mammoth goal of establishing peace programs, the authors faced challenges in cluding: (1) an unstable economic and political environment; (2) student demonstrations linked to economic challenges; (3) large classes and few lecturers; (4) a lack of teaching materials; and (5) being housed under a different department. Experience has shown that it is possible to teach peace in such environments, provided certain tactics, such as being creative in sourcing materi al, are used. Peace education has limited teaching materials, and even if the materials were to be purchased, acquiring enough books for a large number remains a challenge. As noted by the authors, they resorted to creative ways of finding teaching materials, including assigning different topics to students and then combining the research to create a material base, using newspaper articles to test conflict resolution skills in students, etc. Creative teaching methods include adopting a student-centered approach rather than a lecturer-centered one and transforming the environment through engagement in conflict transformation programs. As part of community engagement, the lecturers participated in transforming campus conflicts through the NUST Campus Dialogue Initiative, as well as providing community training in churches and government institutions. Keywords: Teaching, peace, challenging environments, lessons, NUST.
ETHIOPIA: ETHNIC CONFLICT AND TRAGEDY. A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF THE HAMAR, KORO, AND ARBORE COMMUNITIES
Authors:   Department of History Faculty of Social Sciences, Jinka University, Jinka, Ethiopia, WONBERA Temesgen Woza
Published: August 2024

Ethnic conflict is a prevalent issue in numerous countries worldwide, including Ethiopia. One common challenge faced by multi-ethnic federal states is the emergence of nation alism among ethnic-regional communities. Nevertheless, I contend that ethnic diversity alone is not typically the primary cause of ethnic conflict in Ethiopia. Considering these factors, the study centered on ethnic conflict among the semi-pastoral communities of Hamar, Karo, and Arbore. This study adopted a qualitative research approach and used informant interviews and survey methods to collect primary data and examine relevant literature from secondary sources. As a result, the study found that the desire for self-determination, competition for resources, arms smuggling and marginalization, lack of good governance, poor cultural traditions, and political interests are the factors driving destructive ethnic conflicts in the study area. Keywords: Conflict, Ethiopia, federalism, Karo, resources.