bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
„[…] wolę pozostać z Chrystusem aniżeli z prawdą”. „Czysta bezbożność” czy wyznanie wiary?
Authors: Mikiciuk OPs Elżbieta
Published: January 2024

Deklaracja Fiodora Dostojewskiego: „[…] wolę pozostać z Chrystusem aniżeli z prawdą”, jest wypowiedzią paradoksalną. Pisarz nie kwestionuje związku prawdy i Chrystusa, ale odrzuca „prawdę” dziewiętnastowiecznej filozofii i nauki (Feuerbach, Vogt, Moleschott, Büchner), „prawdę” antropoteizmu i materializmu, która neguje wiarę w Boga-Człowieka, ubóstwia człowieka i absolutyzuje rozum. Dla autora Idioty prawda ma oblicze Jezusa Chrystusa, jest osobowa i komunijna.
Prawda, cała prawda i tylko prawda. Czego szukamy, szukając poznania?
Authors: Jarczewski OP Dominik
Published: January 2024

Przedmiotem artykułu jest argumentacja za tezą, że prawda jest ostatecznym celem poznawczym. Po pierwsze, badam dwie intuicje, które – jak dowodzę – są kluczowe w argumentacji o niewystarczalności prawdy jako celu poznania. Następnie odpowiadam na nie, z jednej strony pokazując, że nie można zredukować problemu wartości wiedzy do jej natury, a z drugiej strony twierdząc, że można pogodzić wystarczalność prawdy jako celu poznania z wartością uzasadnienia w poznaniu, korzystając z rozróżnienia na dobra godne podziwu i pożądania. Wskazuję ponadto, że perspektywa epistemologii społecznej pozwala wzmocnić rolę uzasadnienia przy zachowaniu silnej tezy o samowystarczalnej wartości prawdy dla wiedzy. W końcu prezentuję odpowiedzi na nowsze kontrargumenty Kelpa i Elgin, dotyczące odpowiednio kresu badania oraz wartości fałszów w poznaniu.
Fixed Point Set and Equivariant Map of a S-Topological Transformation Group
Authors: Rajapandiyan C. , Visalakshi V.
Published: January 2024

The fixed point set and equivariant map of a S-topological transformation group is explored in this work. For any subset K of G, it is established that the fixed point set XK is clopen in X and for a free S-topological transformation group, it is proved that the fixed point set of K is equal to the fixed point set of closure and interior of the subgroup of G generated by K. Subsequently, it is proved that the map between STCG(X) and STCG’(X’) is a homomorphism under a Φ’- equivariant map. Also, it is proved that there is an isomorphism between the quotient topological groups and some basic properties of fixed point set of a S-topological transformation group are studied.
Generalization of Homotopy Analysis Method for q-Fractional Non-linear Differential Equations
Authors: Madhavi B. , Kumar G. Suresh , Nagalakshmi S. , Rao T. S.
Published: January 2024

This paper presents a generalization of the Homotopy analysis method (HAM) for finding the solutions of nonlinear q-fractional differential equations (q-FDEs). This method shows that the series solution in the case of generalized HAM is more likely to converge than that on HAM. In order that it is applicable to solve immensely non-linear problems and also address a few issues, such as the impact of varying the auxiliary parameter, auxiliary function, and auxiliary linear operator on the order of convergence of the method. The generalized HAM method is more accurate than the HAM.
The Exact Norm of Modified Hardy Operator in Power-Weighted Lebesgue Spaces
Authors: Zanu Pebrudal , Budhi Wono Setya , Soeharyadi Yudi
Published: January 2024

We consider the necessary and sufficient condition for boundedness of modified Hardy operators from a power-weighted Lebesgue space to another. We also compute the exact norm of modified n-dimensional Hardy operators from those spaces.
Modified FMEA for risk management in geotechnical structures during hydraulic circuit filling of a hydroelectric power plant
Authors: Dutra Paola , Teixeira Sidnei , Wajdowicz Claudia , Duarte Joaquim
Published: January 2024

This article presents an approach centered on a modification of the Failure Modes and Effects Analysis Method (FMEA) for risk management concerning geotechnical structures during the hydraulic circuit filling process within a hydroelectric power plant. In this work, the conventional FMEA method, typically employed in various projects and processes, was adapted through the development of specific classification criteria. The primary objective was to enhance the applicability of this method to geotechnical structures during the filling procedure. The validity of this method was confirmed through its application in a case study. This analysis suggests that the newly devised scoring tables have streamlined the risk analysis process by reducing the number of classification categories and adopting a color scale. In addition to their role in classifying failure modes, these tables also serve as a guide for mitigating the risks associated with the filling procedure. The appropriate course of action is determined based on the specific aspects presented in the analyzed geotechnical model. It is our belief that the insights generated by this research will offer valuable support to technical professionals responsible for hydraulic circuit filling in hydroelectric projects. This support aims to enhance the safety of this activity by minimizing the severity of failures and increasing the probability of their detection.
Economía financiera: teoría, modelos e investigación aplicada
Authors: Mota Aragón Martha Beatriz
Published: January 2024

La presente obra estudia a la economía financiera, desde la perspectiva teórica hasta la praxis. Consta de trece cpítulos, los cuales constituyen una muestra actualizada de la agenda de investigación de académicos mexicanos interesados en esta rama de la ciencia económica. El conjunto de capítulos que integran esta ediciónse dividió en seis secciones que aglutinan varios trabajos en tópicos importantes en la materia; desde estudios de frontera, evolución y módelado; portafolios de inversión, índices sectoriales y mercado accionario; mercados de deuda y estructura de tasas de interés, estructura de capital; sistema de pensiones y gestión de riesgos en sistemas de retiro; relaciones entre mercados y precios; hasta estrategias de administración de riesgos en activos físicos y financieros. Esta obra y sus contribuciones está dirigida a todos aquellos lectores especializados, y a los profesionales tomadores de decisiones en las empresas, instituciones financieras e instituciones financieras e instituciones gubernamentales.
Aralia en el corazón
Authors: Morales Faedo Mayuli
Published: January 2024

Aralia en el corazón se ofrece como un volumen de homenaje a la profesora, ensayista, narradora y poeta cubano-mexicana Aralia López González (La Coruña, 1934-Ciudad de México, 2018), que reúne diversos textos: los trabajos críticos de diversas perspectivas que privilegian temas como el exilio, las escritoras, el ensayo, la crítica literaria latinoamericana; los de - dicados a su fundacional ejercicio crítico feminista y a la creación del hoy taller Diana Morán; los acercamientos a su obra de ficción; un aparte de memorias y, finalmente, cierran el libro tres trabajos críticos de Aralia, representativos de ejes recurrentes de su ejercicio crítico y docente: la teoría, la narrativa mexicana y las escritoras. Cada uno de los artículos, incluidos los que abordan la narrativa o la poesía de Aralia, tratan obras o aspectos de las mismas que no habían sido investigados por la crítica. Los lectores hallarán aquí indagaciones en la obra crítica, poética, narrativa y ensayística de Gabriela Mistral, Martí, Silvia Mistral, Gómez de la Serna, Fina García Marruz, Antonio Cándido, Alfonso Reyes, Juan J. Saer, Augusto Monterroso, Valeria Luiselli, Verónica Gerber, Fernando del Paso, Dulce María Loynaz, y la propia Aralia López González.
Usar, enseñar, aprender lenguas en la diversidad, globalización y movilidad: Perspectivas conceptuales y metodológicas
Authors: Muñoz Cruz Héctor
Published: January 2024

Este libro contiene una propositiva vertiente de conocimientos y reflexiones acerca de la complejidad multidimensional de los multilingüismos contemporáneos en la operación e infraestructura curricular de la educación escolar y de la enseñanza y aprendizaje de lenguas en cualquier comunidad educativa actual. Los autores exploran el potencial y el significado de los caminos que ha escogido la humanidad para reconocer y dignificar la diversidad cultural, étnica, cognitiva y lingüística, mediante objetivos y metodologías que se sustentan en concepciones democráticas, plurales e integrativas como bases de un nuevo desarrollo humano. Héctor Muñoz Cruz, Coordinador del libro. Al respecto, la Dra. Christiane Paponnet-Cantat, de University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, Canadá, ha expresado: "El marco de investigación que se plantea en este libro incluye dos aspiraciones críticas: reorganizar el ámbito educativo lingüístico y descentralizarlo para concientizar las sociedades al multiculturalismo del mundo actual. Los trabajos aquí reunidos, a través de sus diversas disciplinas, proponen conceptos claros y herramientas precisas para alcanzar estas aspiraciones. Todas las contribuciones tienen sus relevancias e importancias y constituyen un gran aporte a las preocupaciones actuales de los sistemas educativos lingüísticos.
Sistem Informasi Geografis Pemetaan Menara Telekomunikasi dengan Pengecekan Jarak Menggunakan Metode Haversine
Authors: Arba'i Sultan , Wedhasmara Ari , Fathoni Fathoni , Putra Apriansyah , Kurniawan Dedy
Published: January 2024

DISKOMINFO Kabupaten OKU melakukan pemberian rekomendasi kompetensi menara telekomunikasi. Maka dilakukan perencanaan dan penataan menara telekomunikasi. Namun, hal itu masih dilakukan secara manual berdasarkan visualisasi peta pada buku cetak, sehingga ketika terjadi perubahan harus mencetak ulang buku tersebut, serta harus melakukan perencanaan kembali dengan Microsoft Excel, yang membuat proses menjadi lebih sulit dan lama. Selain itu, belum ada layanan informasi menara secara digital menyebabkan Kurangnya informasi bagi provider menara, sehingga kerangka menara belum tertata dengan tepat. Maka solusi dari permasalahan tersebut adalah membangun sistem yang dapat mengelola data, dapat menyewa menara telekomunikasi dan dapat merencanakan kebutuhan menara bersama selama 5 tahun yang akan datang dengan memperhitungkan jumlah biaya, pengguna layanan seluler, kebutuhan lalu lintas, jumlah BTS dan radius cakupan menara, serta dapat memberikan informasi pengecekan koordinat dengan penerapan metode haversine yang berguna agar kerangka menara baru dapat ditata dengan tepat pada sistem, di mana sistem dibuat berbasiskan situs web dengan perancangan menggunakan metode waterfall. Hasil dari penelitian ini merupakan sebuah aplikasi yang dapat membantu proses perencanaan dan penataan menara baik visual peta, kebutuhan menara, pengecekan koordinat dan sebagainya dilakukan dengan terkomputerisasi. di mana sistem dibuat berbasis website dengan perancangan menggunakan metode waterfall. Hasil dari penelitian ini merupakan sebuah aplikasi yang dapat membantu proses perencanaan dan penataan menara baik visual peta, kebutuhan menara, pengecekan koordinat dan sebagainya dilakukan dengan terkomputerisasi. di mana sistem dibuat berbasis website dengan perancangan menggunakan metode waterfall. Hasil dari penelitian ini merupakan sebuah aplikasi yang dapat membantu proses perencanaan dan penataan menara baik visual peta, kebutuhan menara, pengecekan koordinat dan sebagainya dilakukan dengan terkomputerisasi.
Legal regulation of hospitality business
Authors: Votinceva Natal'ya
Published: January 2024

The course book is designed in compliance with the requirements of Federal State Education Standards (FSES) for bachelor and master programs in “Hospitality business”, “Tourism” and “Customer Service”. It lays the theoretical basis for a hospitality sector with the focus on major definitions within this subject area. The general description of legislative and regulatory framework is presented within the course. Classifications of accommodation and lodging facilities are also under study. The author analyses the forms of legal entity's incorporation and obligations legal relationships. The issues of labour relations in hospitality and hotel industry are also in the focal point of the course book. To help learners consolidate theoretical knowledge the author provides checklists of review questions, problem-solving tasks, cases and tests. The course book is intended for undergraduate and post-graduate students majoring in “Hospitality business” and “Tourism”. The book can also be addressed to teachers, educators and professionals in tourism and hospitality businesses.
Using the Specific Means of Greco-Roman Wrestling to Increase the Level of Strength in Juniors (16-18 Years Old)
Authors: Florentin Vasilescu , Nicoleta Leonte , Corina Țifrea , Narcis Neagu , Ofelia Popescu
Published: January 2024

The present paper aims to both investigate the level of strength indices in cadet athletes and experiment with a system of means for strength development. The research participants were 18 athletes, who represented several weight classes and were members of the Cadet Wrestling Section within the School Sports Club No. 5 in Bucharest. The experiment was conducted between 2021-2022, including both the preparatory period and the competitive period. The two participating groups (experiment and control) were applied an initial, intermediate and final test to check their strength levels. The average rate of progress recorded higher values for the experimental group compared to the control group in all six tests applied. The obtained results confirm the research hypothesis and show that the increase in strength found in the experimental group is the effect of applying the independent variable, more precisely, of using the set of specific exercises developed by us.
Del burdel al espacio digital: imaginarios narrativos del comercio sexual femenino en la ZMM
Authors: Ibarra Ramón Ramírez
Published: January 2024

Por comercio sexual desde los imaginarios urbanos, entendemos aquellas manifestaciones de la actividad económica derivadas del sector terciario generadoras de un excedente productivo capaz de impactar en una población y que, al mismo tiempo, poseen un estatuto de exclusión que redunda en una noción paradójica espacial, basada en el impulso de segmentar, blindar, disimular o extraer su presencia física de la ciudad. Su práctica se desenvuelve en una constante ambigüedad sostenida no por una prohibición judicial, sino por representaciones que le hacen objeto de estigmas o condena pública. En este trabajo analizaremos desde un enfoque semiótico - narrativo los distintos contextos en que se desarrolla el comercio sexual femenino y sus mediaciones comunicativas que son capaces de generar toda clase de representaciones, no sólo ligadas a esta práctica sino incluso, transformando los márgenes de aceptación, condena o exclusión social.
El decoro del espacio público urbano
Authors: García-Doménech Sergio
Published: January 2024

Las cualidades morales constituyen el conjunto de variables más necesarias para alcanzar la condición ciudadana. La ética urbana se puede traducir como civismo y urbanidad. El lugar de la ciudad en el que más se expresan esas cualidades morales es su espacio público. Al mismo tiempo, ese espacio público requiere de una conformación material como espacio urbano, lo que implica la necesidad de soluciones disciplinares desde la arquitectura y el urbanismo. Por lo tanto, la estética del espacio público pasa a ser un problema a resolver desde la arquitectura y desde otras manifestaciones artísticas que la complementan, como el arte urbano. La decoración es un término frecuentemente interpretado en el arte y más aún en la arquitectura moderna, con connotaciones peyorativas. Pero es un término estético que, junto con otro ético como es la decencia, constituye la virtud del decoro. La consecución del decoro en el espacio público urbano hace extensivas sus virtudes al fenómeno urbano en su conjunto.
Generation of Coherent XUV Radiation in N2 molecule and its Mixture with Ne Gas using Sub-terawatt Laser System
Authors: SAYRAÇ Muhammed
Published: January 2024

High harmonic generation (HHG) in pure nitrogen (N2) and its mixture with neon (Ne) gas was produced. The external laser field producing 6mJ optical pulse energy with 50fs pulse duration at 10Hz repetition rate was focused into a gas jet producing high harmonics. The N2 and Ne gas have different ionization potentials. The strong harmonic signal in pure N2 was produced, and a weak harmonic signal in a mixture of N2-Ne was generated compared to that in pure N2. The increase of Ne contribution in the N2-Ne mixture resulted in a decrease in harmonic signal. Harmonic signal increase and decrease were observed for different N2:Ne ratios. The harmonic generation mechanism was discussed in that the ionization of Ne is difficult compared to N2, and the neutral Ne atom leads to neutral atomic dispersion (phase mismatch), so the harmonic yield decreases.
Penyelenggaraan Pendidikan Formal dan Non Formal dalam Pesantren: Analisis terhadap Pasal 17 UU Nomor 18 Tahun 2019
Authors: Tabibuddin M. , Mukhlis Mukhlis , Jamaluddin Jamaluddin
Published: January 2024

This study aims to analyze the implementation of Article 17 of Law Number 18 of 2019 concerning Islamic Boarding Schools (Pesantren), which regulates the provision of formal and non-formal education within the Pesantren environment in Indonesia. Pesantren education plays a crucial role in developing students' character and skills while preserving religious values. However, the presence of new regulations in the form of Law Number 18 of 2019 raises questions about how Pesantren will carry out formal and non-formal education in accordance with the new rules. This research utilizes a literature analysis method to examine various literary sources, including Law Number 18 of 2019, its implementing regulations, as well as empirical studies related to the implementation of Article 17. The study also seeks perspectives from various stakeholders, such as Pesantren leaders, teachers, and the surrounding community, to understand the impacts and challenges faced in conducting formal and non-formal education. The results of this research are expected to provide a better understanding of how Pesantren can comply with legal regulations while continuing education in line with the principles and values inherent in the Pesantren tradition. Furthermore, this study also has the potential to offer recommendations for policy improvements or practical guidelines for Pesantren in conducting effective formal and non-formal education in accordance with applicable rules. Thus, this research is anticipated to contribute to the development of the Pesantren education system in Indonesia and enhance understanding of the role of Pesantren in society.
ANALISIS POTENSI KAWASAN BUDIDAYA LAUT DAN IMPLIKASINYA TERHADAP KUALITAS PERAIRAN DI GUGUS KEPULAUAN TIWORO
Authors: Ketjulan Romy , Imran Zulhamsyah , Purnama Muhumad Fajar , Haya La Ode Muhumad Yasir , Iba Wa , Sabilu Kadir , Aslin La Ode
Published: January 2024

Kepualaun Tiworo merupakan area fishing ground yang telah mengalami penurunan produktivitas akibat tingginya intensitas penangkapan. Sebagai bentuk problem solving kondisi tersebut Pemerintah Daerah setempat merencanakan pengembangan kegiatan budidaya laut di kawasan tersebut. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis potensi kawasan budidaya laut dan implikasinya terhadap mutu air di perairan pulau-pulau kecil Kepulauan Tiworo Kabupaten Muna Barat. Kajian potensi kawasan budidaya mencakup aspek kesesuaian dan daya dukung, khususnya budidaya rumput laut, budidaya keramba jaring apung (KJA), dan budidaya keramba jaring tancap (KJT). Kesesuaian perairan ditentukan dengan menggunakan analisis matriks kesesuaian lahan. Daya dukung lahan untuk budidaya diestimasi dengan menggunakan pendekatan fisik. Sedangkan implikasi terhadap mutu air dianalisis dengan pendekatan estimasi beban limbah yang dihasilkan. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa Luas perairan yang sesuai untuk budidaya rumput laut sebesar 1.7461 ha. Jumlah unit budidaya yang dapat diusahakan sebesar 1.4133 unit budidaya dengan asumsi setiap unit budidaya berukuran 50 x 100 m. Luas perairan untuk budidaya KJA sebesar 6.528 ha, dengan jumlah unit budidaya yang dapat diusahakan sebesar 3.138 unit KJA. Sementara itu, luas perairan untuk budidaya KJT 115,9 ha, dengan jumlah unit KJT yang dapat diusahakan sebesar 56 unit. Estimsi limbah yang dihasilkan yang akan membetuk ion amonia sebesar 0,001 mg/l masih jauh dibawah baku mutu air (0,3 mg/l) sesuai Kepmen LH No. 51 tahun 2004.
PREVALENSI PARASIT DAN PENYAKIT BENIH IKAN JELAWAT (LEPTOBARBUS HOEVENII) YANG DIPELIHARA DENGAN PADAT PENEBARAN BERBEDA
Authors: Febriani Dian , Aziz Rahmadi , Oktaviana Adni , Verdian Aldi Huda
Published: January 2024

Kendala yang sering dihadapi pada kegiatan budidaya ikan jelawat adalah serangan penyakit. Penyakit pada ikan merupakan merupakan kendala utama dalam kegiatan budidadaya ikan. Penyakit yang meyerang ikan jelawat berupa virus, bakteri, dan parasit. Salah satu jenis penyakit yang sering menyerang ikan jelawat yaitu parasit. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengidentifikasi jenis-jenis parasit dan penyakit pada ikan jelawat (Leptobarbus hoevenii) dengan kepadatan yang optimal. Metode penelitian menggunakan rancangan acak lengkap (RAL) dengan 3 perlakuan. Penebaran benih ikan jelawat terdiri atas tiga percobaan, yaitu (A) 100 ekor/m3, (B) 300 ekor/m3, dan (C) 500 ekor/m3. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa jenis parasit yang ditemukan ada 5 jenis yaitu Trichodina sp, Ichtyophtirius multifiliis, Lernaea sp, dan Acanthocephala. Nilai pevalensi yang menginfeksi ikan Jelawat berkisar 23,33 % - 63,33 %. Tingkat kelangsungan hidup tertinggi yaitu pada percobaan A sebesar 93 %.
MUTU EKSPOR UDANG VANAME (Litopenaeus vannamei) BEKU BENTUK PND (Peeled Deveined)
Authors: Utari Siluh Putu Sri Dia , Samanta Pinky Natalia , Riviani Riviani , Syafii A. Kurniawan
Published: January 2024

Kualitas mutu udang beku ekspor yang memenuhi standar diperlukan untuk menembus pasar internasional. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi mutu ekspor udang vanname (Litopenaeus vannamei) beku bentuk PND (Peeled Deveined). Penelitian ini menggunakan 3 sampel udang per minggu selama 7 minggu. Parameter yang diujikan meliputi organoleptik bahan baku segar dan produk udang beku, mutu mikrobiologi yang meliputi TPC, E. coli, Coliform dan Salmonella bahan baku maupun produk akhir; dilanjutkan dengan pengujian kandungan antibiotik pada bahan baku maupun produk akhir udang beku bentuk PND. Rata-rata nilai organoleptik bahan baku udang yaitu 7,35. Hal tersebut menunjukkan bahwa mutu bahan baku udang yang digunakan masih baik dan segar sesuai dengan SNI 01-2728.1-2006. Hasil pengujian organoleptik udang beku bentuk PND sebagai produk akhir yaitu kerataan lapisan es pada produk 8,33, pengeringan pada produk 7,67 dan diskolorisasi produk 8,00. Hasil ini telah memenuhi standar mutu organoleptik sesuai SNI 3457:2014. Suhu bahan baku dan produk akhir udang adalah < 5 oC dan -24,50 oC. Hasil penelitian juga menunjukkan bahwa produk udang beku telah memenuhi standar mikrobiologi dengan hasil pengujian Salmonella negatif, TPC < 5 x 105, Coliform < 1100 cfu/gram, E. coli < 3 APM/gram. Tidak terdeteksi residu antibiotik baik pada bahan baku maupun produk akhir udang beku bentuk PND.
Children’s Wayfaring Experiences at an Olfaction-Enhanced Three Little Pigs Story Exhibition
Authors: Kucirkova Natalia
Published: January 2024

This study draws on data from a public exhibition that was purposefully designed to engage children’s sense of smell in relation to an adapted version of The Three Little Pigs story at a children’s museum. Twenty-eight children attended the exhibition before official opening and their experiences were documented through researcher-led interviews, children’s drawings and researcher fieldnotes. Narrative hermeneutical analysis revealed that children’s olfactory engagement with the story was associated with the portrayal of good and evil and was fostered through the exhibition’s multisensory display. Children asserted themselves in the identity of wayfarers and engaged with the olfactory elements by criss-crossing personal, shared, literary and olfactory boundaries. The power of olfaction to stimulate idiosyncratic emotional responses came to the fore in children’s appropriation of the story narrative and the shared exhibition space.
Resilience Thinking in Museums: Industrial Heritage, Urban Regeneration and Civic Engagement
Authors: Swensen Grete
Published: January 2024

Resilience thinking refers to the need to be prepared for the unexpected and unknown. Museums have learned to adjust to societal changes, not least because of the recent global pandemic, which has necessitated the introduction of new ways of activating a diverse public. We discuss how resilience thinking can function as a promoter of the adaptive reuse of industrial heritage by including local heritage knowledge in the ongoing regeneration of former brownfield sites. The current sectoral barriers in the planning system prevent museums from being central participants, despite their well-established local anchoring. Intangible heritage can provide coherence and connection between old buildings, including technical structures and new buildings/infrastructure. This allows for options for museums to voice ongoing creative and critical input and appear as spokespersons for civic involvement. Museums’ ability to facilitate local involvement needs to be acknowledged in urban planning.
Review of Dazhiikigaadeg Maanendamowin: Wanichigewin gaye Wiijiiwidiwin gii-ayaag COVID-19 / Transforming Grief: Loss & Togetherness in COVID-19 Exhibition at Fort York in Tkaronto/Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 24 March 2023 - 7 January 2024
Authors: Phillips Laura
Published: January 2024

This viewpoint is a participatory reflection and response to the exhibition Dazhiikigaadeg Maanendamowin: Wanichigewin gaye Wiijiiwidiwin gii-ayaag COVID-19 / Transforming Grief: Loss & Togetherness in COVID-19, displayed at Fort York in Tkaronto/Toronto, Ontario, Canada, from March 2023 to January 2024. A graduate class from the University of Toronto visited the exhibition as part of the Winter 2023 ischool Information Management course ‘Museums, Archives and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’, taught by Phillips. This piece includes observations and photographs from the students, as well as details of the process of creating and curating the exhibit from Armando Perla and Raven Spiratos, former-Curator for Toronto History Museums and exhibit curator (respectively). The content from the course discussions, readings, and assignments are put into conversation with this innovative community-based exhibition, giving students a rich understanding of ways to prioritize the needs of communities to activate decolonizing, Indigenizing, and new ways of thinking about museums, galleries, and archives.
Analysis of Extreme Temperature Variability in Rwanda
Authors: Seshaba Protais , Singirankabo Edouard , Nsabimana Donat
Published: January 2024

The temperature is one of the most important factors in weather and climate forecasting. Studying its behaviour is crucial to understanding climate variability, which could vary spatially and temporally at local, regional, and global scales. Several recent studies on air temperature findings show that the Earth' s near surface air temperature increased between 0.6 °C and 0.8 °C throughout the twentieth century. Using temperature records from ten meteorological stations, this study examined climate variability in Rwanda from the 1930s to 2014. The air temperature data were collected from Meteo Rwanda. Before making the analysis, the authors used software, such as Excel 2007 and INSTAT to control the quality of the raw data. The analysis of maxima and minima indicated that the trends of maximum air temperature were positive and significant at height meteorological stations, whereas the trends for minimum air temperature were found to be at 10 meteorological stations. For all parameters analysed, Kigali Airport meteorological station indicated the higher significance of the trends. The majority of meteorological stations showed an increase in both hot days and nights, confirming Rwanda' s warming over time. The analysis of average seasonal air temperature showed almost similar trends even though not all were significant. This similarity in trends could be attributed to the fact that Rwanda' s short and long dry seasons coincide with rainy seasons.
Gender discrepancies in sources of information and COVID-19 pandemic knowledge: Insight from some districts and municipalities in Ghana
Authors: Emmanuel Owusu  , Edward Debrah-Wiafe  , Emmanuel Appaw Larbi  , Nicholas Apreh-Siaw  , Faustina Ahwireng  , Christopher Amoah  , Bernice Amoah
Published: January 2024

The aim of the study was to investigate gender variations in the sources of information and knowledge about COVID-19. The study took place in Okere District, Akuapem South District, and Akuapem North Municipal Assemblies in the Eastern Region of Ghana. A convenient sampling method was employed to select 800 participants, who were given a self-designed questionnaire on COVID-19 knowledge (SMQKC). The hypothesis posited that there would be no significant difference in information sources, knowledge of causes and transmission, symptoms, prevention and control, and other management protocols of COVID-19 between males and females in the urban areas of the studied Municipal and District Assemblies (MDAs). The results revealed that social media and radio were the two main sources of information on COVID-19, and the difference in information sources between males and females was statistically significant. An independent t-test indicated a significant difference in knowledge of causes and transmission, symptoms, prevention and control, and other management measures between males and females regarding COVID-19 at a 95% confidence interval. The study suggests, among other things, a targeted effort to disseminate information on diseases, particularly COVID-19, to females, considering their gender roles that bring them closer to risks associated with infectious diseases compared to their male counterparts.
Validation of the binding affinities and stabilities of ivermectin and moxidectin against Sars-CoV-2 receptors using molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulation
Authors: Emmanuel Chuks Oranu  , Esther Oluchukwu Eze  , Adanna Ijeawele  , Chisom George Obidimma  , Belinda Chinecherem Umeh  , Perpetua Chinonyelum Ejezie  , IC Uzochukwu
Published: January 2024

Corona-viruses (CoVs), a large family of single-stranded RNA viruses, can infect animals and also humans, causing respiratory, gastrointestinal, hepatic, and neurologic disease. As the largest known RNA viruses, they are further divided into four genera: alpha-coronavirus, beta- corona- virus, gamma-corona virus and delta-coronavirus. SARS-CoV-2 belong to genus betacoronavirus. The viral genome of SARS-CoV-2 codes 4 major structural proteins: the nucleocapsid (N) protein, the transmembrane (M) protein, the envelope (E) protein, and the spike (S) protein. It also encodes 16 nonstructural proteins (NSPs) and 9 accessory proteins required for replication and pathogenesis. The Molecular docking simulations was used to determine the binding affinities of Ivermectin, Moxidectin and Molnupiravir against NSP13 receptor of SARS-CoV-2. The experimental crystal structures of the receptor was obtained from the protein data bank (PDB). The receptor was prepared using Chimera-1.10.1 and AutoDock tools-1.5.6. The 3D structure of the selected approved drugs and the reference ligand was obtained from PDB and Drugbank and prepared using AutoDock tools-1.5.6. Validation of docking protocol was done by reproducing the PDB crystal structures insilico. Molecular docking simulations were performed using AutoDockVina-4.2.6 on the Linux operating system (ubuntu) 20.04. Then the docking results were analysed and visualized using Pymol-2.3.0. Molecular dynamics of the frontrunners with the reference ligand and protein was done in 10000 ps. Moxidectin, molnupiravir and Ivermectin showed high binding affinities to the receptors. Moxidectin and Ivermectin showed stability after molecular dynamics simulation to further validate the claim. These drugs are predicted as possible antivirals in the treatment of Covid-19.
Verification of analytical performance of alpha-fetoprotein assay on the Abbott Alinity ci®: Experience of the central laboratory of Mohammed VI University Hospital of Oujda
Authors: Imad-Eddine El khamlichi  , Issam Mokhtari  , Nisma Douzi  , Oussama Grari  , Soufiane Beyyoudh  , Dounia El Moujtahide  , El Houcine Sebbar  , Mohammed Choukri
Published: January 2024

The aim of our study was the verification of the analytical performance of alpha-fetoprotein determination on the Abbott CI analyzer utilizing the immuno-chemiluminescence method. The verification process was conducted in the biochemistry laboratory of Mohammed VI University Hospital of Oujda. The working methodology adapted is based on the recommendations of the protocol of the French accreditation committee (COFRAC) accreditation technical guide (GTA) 04, by the evaluation of reproducibility and repeatability. The results obtained by this evaluation were overall satisfactory and have meet the recommended criteria set by supplier and the French society of clinical biology. This study shows that the biochemistry laboratory of Mohammed VI University Hospital of Oujda can deliver an accurate and precise results which can be used for clinical diagnosis and decision making.
The effects of social media on second language learning: a case study of five selected secondary schools in Chilanga district
Authors: Derick Madoda  , Lufeyo Chitondo  , Chanda Chansa Thelma
Published: January 2024

As a product of technological advancements, social media has come with it a significant change of the way people live and share information. The primary purpose of this study is to find out the effects of social media on second language learning. It is unquestionable that social media influence the writing and speaking of English. With the aim of exploring the effects of social media on second language learning: how it is affecting writing and speaking of English as second language among secondary school learners, this research was conducted at 5 selected secondary schools in Chilanga District of Lusaka urban. A sample of thirty (30) teachers and forty (40) pupils were respectively selected from Three public school in Lusaka. Qualitative method was applied during data analysis. The results of the study indicated that social media has several and immense effects on second language learning on the writing and speaking of secondary school pupils with the negative effects outweighing the positive effects. Through the findings of the study, it was established that social media also has negative influence on the learner’s ability to distinguish formal and informal language as is the case with the current situation. The students use short form of words, incorrect grammar and sentence structure in their formal writing and speaking unconsciously, which are the effects of social media as students are now much more familiar with those types of language.
Impact of foreign direct investment on manufacturing sector growth in sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: Ebele Sabina Nsofor  , Chimaobi Desmond Obani  , Charles Ikechukwu Agu
Published: January 2024

This study explores the influence of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) on the growth trajectory of the manufacturing sector in Sub-Saharan Africa. The research employs the panel Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) estimation technique on data spanning from 1985 to 2021. The findings reveal that FDI and TOP positively impact the manufacturing sector's growth in the long run, while GFCF exerts a negative influence. However, these effects are not observed in the short run. The study underscores the need for policies that enhance the investment climate and foster trade openness to stimulate manufacturing sector growth. The adverse impact of GFCF calls for additional research to uncover the underlying causes and propose potential remedial measures. This study offers critical insights for policy formulation and paves the way for future research in economic development in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Efficiency of oil palm production in Nigeria: A review-pathway
Authors: ASHORO Collins Ovwigho  , EMAZIYE Peter Otunaruke  , OVHARHE Oghenero Joseph
Published: January 2024

The study reviewed the efficiency of oil palm production in Nigeria. Efficiency plays a major role in productivity in developing economies like Nigeria, where resources are limited and new technology must be adopted quickly to boost output. The research gaps addressed were: provision of reasonable data backing the efficiency of oil palm production, inquiry into the technical efficiency dynamics of the oil palm making, appraising the dynamics disturbing the oil palm making, addressing the sustainability of oil palm making, reviewing the problems and prospects connected with the oil palm commerce. The factors affecting the technical efficiency of oil palm fruit processing which includes a decline in production and yields, limited availability of specific fertilizers, scarcity of quality palm seedlings, aging palm plantations, limited access to suitable credit options, marketing challenges, including stiff competition from imported oils, inefficient palm oil extraction using traditional methods due to the prevalence of a poorly mechanized artisanal sector and limited access to credit tailored for palm nut processing. It was discovered that Oil palm making has a significant impact on employment in Nigeria. The problems associated with the efficiency of oil palm production include deforestation and habitat loss, environmental impact, social and labour issues, land tenure and conflict. Among the prospects of oil palm efficiency, alternative oil sources, technology and yield improvement, restoration and reforestation, consumer awareness and demand for sustainable products were optimal. It was concluded that the pathway of oil palm-making efficiency in Nigeria from 1980 to 2023 reflects a dynamic industry resulting by economic growth, environmental stability, technological and social compatibility. It is recommended that to enhance efficiency in oil palm, farmers ought to allocate greater resources to their production endeavours to align with the rising market demand and to enhance their profit margins.
Urgensi Sertifikasi Halal Pada Etika Produksi
Authors: Nuzulia Nuzulia , Khasanah Roisatun
Published: January 2024

Produksi merupakan kegiatan ekonomi untuk menghasilkan barang dan jasa. Kegiatan produksi dilakukan dengan memperhatikan etika-etika yang tidak terlepas dari nilai moral dan prinsip-prinsip Islam. Salah satu etika produksi yang perlu diperhatikan yaitu dengan memproduksi barang dan jasa yang halal. Kehalalan suatu produk bukan hanya dijelaskan di dalam Al-Qur’an dan hadist namun juga ditegaskan oleh Lembaga Pengkajian Pangan, Obat-obatan dan Kosmetika (LPPOM) MUI melalui sertifikasi halal. Serifikasi halal merupakan fatwa tertulis Majelis Ulama Indonesia yang menyatakan kehalalan suatu produk sesuai dengan syariaht Islam. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode studi kepustakaan dengan melakukan pengumpulan berbagai data pustaka, membaca dan mencatat serta mengolah data tersebut sebagai bahan penelitian. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi urgensi sertifikasi halal pada etika produksi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Sertifikasi halal pada etika produksi sangat diperlukan dan penting bagi produsen dikarenakan adanya sertifikasi halal mampu mematuhi aturan syariah yang dituangkan dalam Al-Qur’an dan Hadist; membantu konsumen mengidentifikasi produk yang sesuai dengan prinsip syariah yang dituangkan dalam Undang-Undang; memberikan jaminan keamanan kepada konsumen serta memberikan keuntungan kepada pelaku produksi.
Konsumerisme Beragama di Era Digital: Analisis Paradigma Postmodernisme Jean Baudrillard Terhadap Fenomena Beragama Umat Islam di Indonesia
Authors: Saumantri Theguh , Hidayatulloh Taufik , Meghatruh Dhea Dayuranggi
Published: January 2024

Di tengah-tengah kapitalisme postmodern kehidupan beragama menjadi komoditas yang dipertontonkan secara luas melalui berbagai saluran media sosial. Sebagai objek komoditas agama adalah barang konsumsi bagi masyarakat konsumer yang akan membentuk pola pikir serta perilaku umat beragama. Islam sebagai agama dengan pemeluk terbanyak di Indonesia termasuk ke dalam objek komoditas yang seolah dikapitalisasi oleh media sosial. Hal ini terutama didorong oleh kemajuan teknologi digital yang mampu menciptakan simulasi kehidupan nyata dalam bentuk dunia virtual. Tulisan ini menguraikan bagaimana citra keberagamaan diproduksi oleh media digital dan menjadi komoditas masyarakat Indonesia. Paradigma yang digunakan untuk meneropong fenomena ini adalah teori postmodernisme Jean Baudrillard, yakni teori masyarakat konsumsi dan simulacra. Dari penelitian ditemukan bahwa dunia digital telah memproduksi simulacra yang menampilkan hiperealitas kenyataan kehidupan beragama. Simulasi atau salinan kenyataan kehidupan beragama ini terus diproduksi melalui media sosial sehingga terjadi pergeseran nilai-nilai agama yang dikonsumsi oleh masyarakat sebagai pembeda (differance) bagi identitas sosial tertentu.
Improving English Pronunciation with AI Speech-Recognition Technology
Authors: Abimanto Dhanan , Sumarsono Wasi
Published: January 2024

This study explores the use of AI technology in the Google Read Along application as a tool to improve English pronunciation, particularly for students who struggle with English pronunciation. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to evaluate the Google Read Along app's effectiveness in improving English pronunciation, analyze the students' responses to using Google Read Along, and discover the factors that help students succeed in improving their pronunciation. Read Aloud is used in conjunction with AI technology to help children learn by listening to and precisely repeating new words and phrases. A quasi-experimental method was used to collect data, with 35 students in the experimental group and 35 in the control group. A questionnaire was presented to the experimental group regarding how they responded to Google Read Along, and interviews were conducted as further information to identify the factors affecting their pronunciation improvement. The results of the N-Gain test show that the Google Read Along is efficient in helping students improve their English pronunciation when used in combined with the Read Aloud approach by an average of 65.73 percent. As a result, a teaching strategy that combines the Read Aloud method and AI Google Read Along can be an effective alternative. Additionally, the instant feedback offered by this application gives students a chance to recognize their errors directly, and the convenience of using the application for learning anytime anywhere has a significant impact on their success in improving their pronunciation.
Perilaku Kolom Precast Dan Kolom Cast Insitu Akibat Respons Statis Pada Jembatan Beton Prategang
Authors: Buwono Haryo Koco
Published: January 2024

Meningkatnya angka perkembangan area permukiman warga dan minimnya lahan kosong menjadi faktor permasalahan utama dalam proses pembangunan infrastruktur di wilayah Jakarta. Oleh karena itu di terapkan pelaksanaan beton precast pada struktur beton yang tidak memerlukannya area pengecoran segmen di lokasi pelaksanaan dan tidak perlu menggunakan bekisting yang menggunakan support yang besar namun tetap menjaga kekuatan struktur itu sendiri. Dengan menganalisis perbandingan respon statis akibat seluruh kombinasi pembebanan yang terjadi terhadap kolom cast insitu dan precast berdasarkan (SNI 1725:2016, 2016) untuk menghitung dimensi penampang kolom. Sehingga didapat dimensi kolom sebesar 2.7 m x 3.3 m. Untuk kolom precast dengan metode beton prategang menggunakan 2 buah tendon pada setiap sisi (0.5 m terhadap titik berat sumbu-x, dan 0.6 m terhadap titik berat sumbu-y) dengan gaya prategang yang diberikan sebesar 8072.4 KN. Sehingga didapatkan respon statis pada terbesar pada kombinasi pembebanan ekstrem I (max) dimana kolom cast insitu mengalami respons statis shear = 1378.22 KN, moment = 13493.24 KN.m, tekukan = 3.492 mm. sedangkan pada kolom precast mengalami kenaikan respon statis yaitu shear = 4242.80 KN, moment = 40302.17 KN.m, tekukan = 10.280 mm.
Pengaruh Penambahan Limbah Karet Ban Luar Terhadap Karakteristik Marshall Pada Asphalt Treated Base (ATB)
Authors: Fariyadin Adiman , Fitrayudha Adryan
Published: January 2024

Persyaratan dasar dari suatu konstruksi jalan adalah menyiapkan lapisan permukaan yang rata dan kuat untuk menjamin keamanan yang tinggi untuk waktu yang lama serta pemeliharaan yang sekecil-kecilnya dalam berbagai cuaca. Limbah menjadi salah satu permasalahan serius yang di hadapi bangsa saat ini. Mulai dari limbah industri sampai limbah rumahan. Dengan adanya penambahan limbah karet ban luar sangat berpengaruh nyata terhadap sifat campuran ATB seperti Stability, Marshall Quontient, Flow dan Air Voids. Untuk campuran ATB dengan bahan aditif karet ban luarÂ  di dapat kadar karet optimum (KKO) 3,85 %, dengan menghasilkan kualitas campuran: Nilai Marshall Stability = 1507,7 kg, Nilai Marshall Quotient = 5,21 kN/mm, Nilai Marshall Air Voids = 4,86 %, Nilai Bitumen film thickness = 8,95 mm.
PENGGUNAAN SERAT SABUT KELAPA TERHADAP BALOK BETON YANG DITINJAU PADA KUAT LENTUR BETON
Authors: Aji M Guvendra Kusuma
Published: January 2024

Penggunaan beton sebagai bahan kontruksi semakin marak di Indonesia, yang tercermin dari peningkatan produksi beton terutama pada industri beton siap pakai. Dalam penelitian ini menggunakan medote mencari 3 sampel dengan berbeda, dengan mengurangi kebutuhan semen sebanyak 1% setiapÂ  sampelnya. Dan setiapÂ  sampel menggunakan serat sabut kelapa 5 cm, 10 cm dan 15 cm. Dan pada saat uji kuat lentur beton dilaksanakan ada umur pengetesan 28 hari. Metode yang dipakai untuk penelitian dilaksanakan di laboratorium dengan menguji balok beton berukuran 15 cm x 15 cm x 60 cm sehingga diperoleh hasil kuat elastis beton. Dari hasil pengujian yang diperoleh dari penambahan serabut kelapa yaitu terdapat pada varian beton normal mendapatkan nilai rata-rata sebesar 4.214 Mpa, dengan penyatuan serat sabut kelapa 1% dengan panjang 5cm mendapatkan nilai rata-rata sebesar 2.648 Mpa, mendapatkan nilai kuat lentur paling terendah,Â  dengan penyatuan serat sabut kelapa 1% dengan panjang 10cm mendapatkan nilai rata-rata sebesar 2.911 Mpa, dengan penyatuan serat sabut kelapa 1% dengan panjang 15cm mendapatkan nilai rata-rata sebesar 3.083 Mpa dengan mendapat nilai lentur tertinggi setelah beton normal. Semakin panjang serat yang digunakan maka betambah kuat lentur yang didapatkan namun tidak melebihi beton normal.
PERENCANAAN TEBAL PERKERASAN LENTUR (FLEXIBLE PAVEMENT) DENGAN METODE MDP 2017 DAN AASHTO 1993 (STUDI KASUS JALAN BANTENG KOTA PALANGKA RAYA)
Authors: Berutu Maspriadi
Published: January 2024

Jalan berfungsi sebagai infrastruktur untuk lalu lintas darat, penyeberangan pejalan kaki, dan penggunaan lainnya. Struktur dan peralatan tambahan untuk lalu lintas yang berada di permukaan tanah, di atas permukaan tanah, di bawah permukaan tanah, dan / atau di atas permukaan air, dengan pengecualian rel kereta api, jalan lori, dan jalan kabel. Dalam perencanaan ini yang digunakan adalah metode MDP 2017 dan AASHTO 1993. Penelitian ini memerlukan data CBR lapangan dan Volume Lalu Lintas Harian (LHR). Diperoleh data CBR segmen jalan sebesar 6,423 % dari pengujian DCP pada lokasi penelitian. Volume Lalu Lintas Harian 1914 SMP. Hasil dari analisis dan perhitungan, diperoleh tebal perkerasan dengan metode MDP 2017 adalah 315 mm dengan rincian lapis permukaan 65 mm, lapis pondasi bawah 250 mm. Sedangkan tebal perkerasan dengan metode AASHTO 1993 adalah 340 mm dengan rincian lapis permukaan 130 mm, lapis pondasi atas 105 mm dan lapis pondasi bawah 105 mm.