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The Role of Spirituality, Cultural Traditions, and Personal Values in Corrupt Practices within Ghana’s Governmental Institutions
Authors: Ataribanam Samuel
Published: January 2025

Spirituality, personal values, cultural norms, and traditional beliefs are essential to the everyday existence of Ghanaians. This paper is aimed at investigating the influence of spirituality, cultural-traditions and personal values on corrupt practices in Ghana’s Governmental Institutions. This study employed the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). This TPB is to examine how corrupt actions are influenced by the interaction of individual beliefs including spirituality or personal values, social influences such as traditional or cultural norms, and institutional practices. The study used both quantitative and qualitative approaches with questionnaires and semi-structured interviews to collect data. The paper employed a descriptive research design complimented by an exploratory design. With a target population of five thousand (5000) individuals constituting both managerial and non-managerial employees of the public services in Ghana. A non-probability sampling technique with a purposive and convenience sampling was adopted to select a sample size of three hundred (300) respondents.  Data was analyzed using SPSS Multiple Linear Regression model with a stepwise method. The findings of the study suggest that, corruption in the public office is a conduct that deviates from the normal obligations of a public role because of financial or status gains. Corruption is a prevalent occurrence in Ghana. People’s spirituality does not prevent them from being corrupt. People’s moral and ethical values never helped them to be free from corruption, whether Christian or Muslim does not matter people will still bribe and be corrupt every day in their public life. However, some respondents strongly argued that ‘the fear of God can help reduce corruption than ethics,’ ‘Spirituality, personal values, cultural-traditions and ethics influences the level of corruption. In the final model with an R2 of 25.9% all two predictor variables thus Spirituality or Cultural-Traditions and Personal Values on Corrupt Practices were statistically significant. In conclusion, the null Hypothesis that there is no positive relationship between spirituality or cultural-traditions and personal values on corrupt practices in Ghana’s Governmental Institutions was rejected. Hence, there is a positive influence of spirituality, cultural-traditions and personal values on corrupt practices in Ghana’s public institutions. The paper recommends that, establish and mandate training for all tiers of government personnel that underscore the need for honesty and integrity. Facilitate the reporting of misconduct in a secure and confidential manner. This system must have legislative protections to allow individuals to report misbehaviour without fear of retribution. Lastly, establish initiatives to acknowledge and motivate public servants for exemplary ethical conduct.
JUNG AND THE PATH OF INDIVIDUATION
Authors: Leal Eduardo Emanuel
Published: January 2025

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A INFLUÊNCIA DOS DESENHOS ANIMADOS NA INFÂNCIA: um olhar a partir da teoria crítica
Authors: Silva Taila Angélica Aparecida
Published: January 2025

Este trabalho objetiva analisar o processo social e econômico demarcado pela Indústria do consumo e da mercadoria, tendo como olhar específico a presença da criança nesse cenário mercadológico. O estudo é fruto das discussões do GEPEITC - Grupo de Estudos e Pesquisa em Educação, Infância e Teoria Crítica da Universidade Estadual de Londrina. Para esse estudo buscou caracterizar a sociedade do consumo à luz dos fundamentos da Teoria Crítica, em sentido de buscar novos olhares para o objeto estudo – desenho animado – para além da lógica do consumo e da mercadoria. A metodologia utilizada é de natureza qualitativa com estudo teórico em autores como Adorno e Horkheimer (1995) e outros teóricos da Teoria Crítica e pesquisa de campo com estudo de caso. Para este estudo e pesquisa foi realizada uma análise dos desenhos que fazem parte do repertório de escolhas e preferências de crianças no contexto atual e uma entrevista semiestruturada com crianças entre 3 a 10 anos de idade. Como resultado, pode-se perceber uma influência significativa dos desenhos animados propostas pela indústria cultural na vida infantil, enveredando-se no campo do pensamento da criança por meio de escolhas, preferências, prolongamento do desenho em outras situações da vida infantil: brinquedos, acessórias, materiais escolares, etc.
APRENDIZAGEM COLABORATIVA MEDIADA POR TECNOLOGIAS DIGITAIS PARA O PREENCHIMENTO DE DADOS DA PLATAFORMA SUCUPIRA
Authors: NEMER FLAVIA UMBELINO , Jatobá Alessandro , Carvalho Paulo Victor Rodrigues de
Published: January 2025

Este artigo apresenta o resultado de uma pesquisa realizada com usuários da Plataforma Sucupira através de aprendizagem colaborativa mediada por tecnologias digitais na educação - WhatsApp e Google Drive. Por meio de interação e interatividade os participantes puderam trabalhar a aprendizagem de conteúdos relacionados à coleta e ao preenchimento de dados da Plataforma Sucupira. O estudo ocorreu por meio de pesquisa qualitativa com assuntos estruturados através de categorias da plataforma com observação participante. Como resultado objetivou-se melhorar o preenchimento da Plataforma Sucupira, colaborando assim para a promoção de uma discussão qualificada sobre as possíveis melhorarias no preenchimento do sistema, para que desta forma outros usuários pudessem compreender as melhorias que podem ser realizadas no preenchimento da Plataforma Sucupira em seus Programas de Pós- Graduação.
Una escucha al cuerpo en el jardín maternal
Authors: Tabak Graciela
Published: January 2025

RESUMO: Este artigo aborda a questão dos corpos no jardim-de-infância, com base na investigação realizada para obter um mestrado em Educação da Primeira Infância. Procura analizar as interacções corporais no jardim de infância e o lugar das corporealidades na formação de professores. A escuta a que este texto se refere não é apenas uma escuta dos ouvidos, mas acrescenta a perspectiva da escuta como uma acção que implica uma atenção dirigida aos outros; uma atenção que envolve o corpo, os sentidos, as emoções e a intencionalidade. Tem em conta a voz dos professores, as concepções sobre corporeidades, a disponibilidade do corpo docente e a disponibilidade das instituições educativas.RESUMEN: Este artículo retoma la pregunta por los cuerpos en el jardín maternal, a partir de la investigación realizada para la obtención del título de Magister en Educación infantil. Se busca analizar las interacciones corporales en el jardín maternal y el lugar de las corporalidades en la formación docente. La escucha a la que refiere este texto no es sólo una escucha de oídos, sino que suma la perspectiva de escuchar como acción que implica una atención dirigida a los demás; una atención que involucra al cuerpo, los sentidos, las emociones y la intencionalidad. Se toman en cuenta la voz de los docentes, las concepciones sobre corporalidades, la disponibilidad corporal docente y la disponibilidad de las instituciones educativasPalabras-claves: disponibilidad corporal. Interacciones corporales. Desarrollo infantil
POSSIBILIDADES DESCOLONIAIS NOS CURRÍCULOS DE LICENCIATURA: a temática indígena na universidade
Authors: Bergamaschi Maria Aparecida , Canon-Buitrago Edwin Alexander , Schmidt Gabriela Metz
Published: January 2025

O presente artigo decorre de uma pesquisa que visa compreender as presenças e as ausências de saberes e conhecimentos indígenas nos currículos de algumas licenciaturas de uma universidade pública brasileira, bem como refletir acerca das possibilidades descoloniais que os estudos sobre e com os povos indígenas proporcionam para a academia. Para desenvolver a referida pesquisa, foram escolhidas oito licenciaturas que contam com a presença de estudantes indígenas desde 2008, a partir de uma política afirmativa da universidade para ingresso e permanência dos mesmos. Neste trabalho apresentamos o estudo já realizado em três licenciaturas: Artes Visuais, Música e Pedagogia. Para a efetivação da pesquisa foram analisados os Planos de Ensino das disciplinas, o Projeto Pedagógico das licenciaturas em foco e os Trabalhos de Conclusão de Curso que tematizam os povos indígenas, visando identificar e compreender indícios da presença/ausência de estudos que abordam o tema no período de 2008 a 2018. Os resultados apontam uma presença limitada do tema, sobressaindo nos currículos uma perspectiva eurocêntrica. Ao mesmo tempo mostra a necessidade de ações para interculturalizar o ensino superior e construir caminhos descoloniais.
DECOLONIALIDADE, ENSINO DE HISTÓRIA E EDUCAÇÃO DAS RELAÇÕES ÉTNICO-RACIAIS
Authors: Dos Santos Andréia Teixeira , Lucini Marizete
Published: January 2025

RESUMO: Este texto discute, a partir de uma análise bibliográfica, a decolonialidade como uma importante expertise epistemológica para se trabalhar a Educação das Relações Étnico-Raciais dentro de uma perspectiva antirracista. Considerando o ambiente escolar como um espaço formativo fundamental no que se refere à construção das subjetividades e à constituição identitária dos indivíduos, e que o Ensino de História, ao se utilizar de um referencial eurocentrado em suas práticas pedagógicas, influencia na internalização de um padrão brancocêntrico e hierarquizado por parte dos estudantes, dificultando assim, a identificação de crianças e jovens negros com a sua cor, observa-se a necessidade de revisão de narrativas e do repensar de estratégias e práticas pedagógicas que possam superar os padrões colonizadores que ainda se apresentam no sistema educacional brasileiro, num processo que permita aos estudantes o reconhecimento da diversidade cultural e étnica brasileira de forma positiva. Nesse sentido, o pensamento decolonial tem sido um importante aporte teórico-metodológico, por possibilitar a problematização das estruturas racistas cristalizadas na sociedade, e o reconhecimento de múltiplas formas de ser, pensar e produzir conhecimento.
NARRATIVAS E MEMÓRIAS DE AUXILIARES DE SERVIÇOS GERAIS ESCOLARES NA BUSCA DE RELAÇÕES OUTRAS
Authors: Paim Elison Antonio , Paladini Piazza Maria Cecilia
Published: January 2025

Neste artigo apresentamos uma pesquisa de doutoramento em andamento pelo Programa de Pós-Graduação da Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina que rememora as narrativas de quatro mulheres auxiliares de serviços gerais de uma escola estadual no município de Araranguá, Santa Catarina. A partir de um diálogo horizontal, o objetivo é disseminar outra postura epistemológica para compreendermos de que forma as narrativas nos revelam o contexto social, cultural e histórico que uma época pode conter. O estudo se desenvolveu a partir da construção e análise de narrativas orais, fontes bibliográficas, documentais, sendo primordial o diálogo com as memórias e experiências de vida dessas mulheres. Consideramos que é possível fazer insurgir histórias outras que se contrapõem à colonialidade do ser, do poder e do saber. Metodologicamente, este trabalho, está fundamentado na concepção de mônada, extraída do pensamento de Walter Benjamin, e impulsionado por leituras decoloniais.
ENSINO DE HISTÓRIA E CAMBONAGEM: o ProfHistória como encruzilhada para uma educação pelo dendezeiro
Authors: Araujo Cinthia Monteiro de , San Pedro Vítor Coutinho dos
Published: January 2025

Este artigo tem como objeto de pesquisa o Mestrado Profissional em Ensino de História/PROFHISTÓRIA Rede Nacional visto como enquanto uma encruzilhada, onde um campo de potencialidades de encantamentos se faz presente. As principais fontes da pesquisa são conversas com professoras egressas do programa realizadas, no primeiro semestre de 2021, fazendo uso da conversa como metodologia de pesquisa. O trabalho é desenvolvido a partir da crítica decolonial ao ensino de história, dialogando com o aporte conceitual de uma epistemologia das macumbas proposta pelos autores Luiz Antônio Simas e Luiz Rufino. Conceitos como educação pelo dendezeiro, pesquisador cambono, cruzos, encantamento, garrinchamentos, culturas síncopes, além da Esse própria encruzilhada, são centrais para significar o PROFHISTÓRIA como espaço criativo de vida contra o desencante.
MEMÓRIA, IMITAÇÃO E ASSIMILAÇÃO NA VIDA COTIDIANA
Authors: Santos Alexandre de Jesus , Santos Cláudio Eduardo Felix dos
Published: January 2025

A produção e a reprodução da realidade humano-social dependem, necessariamente, da existência da memória, pois é esta última que assegura, também, que o processo de desenvolvimento histórico não seja um eterno começar de novo. Entrementes, seria difícil entender como a aquisição das memórias se realiza sem, concomitantemente, atentar-se para o fato de que ela ocorre efetivamente no âmbito da vida cotidiana. Do mesmo modo, é crucial observar a importância que as categorias da imitação e da assimilação possuem para o desenvolvimento da memória. Portanto, o presente artigo busca evidenciar a intricada relação existente entre memória, assimilação, imitação e como elas são operacionalizadas na estrutura da vida cotidiana.
O preconceito a imigrantes no acesso a saúde: uma reflexão teórica
Authors: Sousa Leonardo Lucas da Silva de , Arcoverde Marcos Augusto Moraes
Published: January 2025

Este artigo teve como objetivo dissertar sobre o preconceito contra os imigrantes no acesso à saúde, problematizando a questão do acesso desse usuário aos sistemas de saúde locais no território brasileiro. Assim, este trabalho buscou compreender como, quando e de que forma o preconceito pode ter implicações sobre a vida dos usuários imigrantes no sistema único de saúde, na tentativa de indicar um compromisso ético a ser seguido, que respeite os direitos humanos. Através do método de revisão de literatura narrativa foi viável o debate teórico sobre o preconceito, bem como a relevância do reconhecimento e enfrentamento desse fenômeno, compreendido como parte do pensamento e do comportamento cotidiano, indicando as práticas e as condições mais propícias onde isto ocorre, principalmente no setor saúde.
Phytochemical screening and antioxidant activity of aqueous and methanolic extracts from Scabiosa atropurpurea L.
Authors: Sekhri Zeggar Hadjer , Karbab Ahlem , Charef Noureddine , Arrar Lekhmici
Published: January 2025

Scabiosa atropurpurea L. is a medicinal herb that has been traditionally employed for the treatment of diverse ailments. This work aimed to determine the phytochemical composition and assess the antioxidant capacity of aqueous and methanolic extracts derived from the aerial part of S. atropurpurea L., which grows in Algeria. The content of polyphenols, flavonoids, tannins, and many other bioactive components was measured using colorimetric methods. The antioxidant capabilities were evaluated using the DPPH radical scavenging, iron chelating, reducing power, and phosphomolybdate models. The quantitative phytochemical analysis showed that CrE had a greater amount of polyphenols and flavonoids, with 114.13±0.92µg GAE/mg DE and 100.57±0.93 µg QE/mg DE, respectively. AE had the greatest value of condensed tannins, with 41.04±0.64 µg CE/mg DE. AE exhibited a potential impact on iron chelating and reducing power tests. Nevertheless, AE and CrE exhibited significant efficacy in DPPH scavenging and phosphomolybdate testing. The findings suggest that extracts derived from S. atropurpurea have a high quantity of phytochemical components and exhibit notable antioxidant properties, making them a potential source of natural antioxidants.
Enhanced Retail Sales Forecasting Using Optimized CNN-LSTM Hybrid Model: A Time Series-Based Analysis
Authors: Meenakshi
Published: January 2025

This paper introduces a novel pipeline aiming to enhance the quality of retail sales prediction by employing Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks. Thus, perhaps more than any other industry, accurate sales predictions play a pivotal role for retail by determining how much inventory to maintain on the shelves and what price should products be on offer at, leading towards customer satisfaction. Predicting sales data is difficult for traditional time series forecasting methods like ARIMA, or basic neural networks which do not fit well to the complicated temporal patterns and nonlinear relationships between variables in data like retail offered datasets. To deal with it, we suggest a hybrid model which combines both CNN's strength from local feature extraction of time series data and different ability of LSTM in modeling long-term dependencies. It also includes optimization techniques like Grid Search for hyperparameter tuning and standard scaler data preprocessing. We evaluate the model against a large scale benchmark dataset consisting of historical sales records across multiple retail chains, using several baseline models. The above experimental results prove that the CNN-LSTM hybrid significantly outperforms traditional models, improves accuracy and reduces error rates for each of the different product categories and time horizons. The results suggest that this well-optimized hybrid approach could be potentially useful in the real-world retail sales forecasting problem, presenting retailers with a formidable solution to predict demands in a more timely manner and take decisions rooted in empirical data supporting effective operations.
Effectiveness of the 'Catch the Sign' Game in Improving Traffic Safety Understanding and Awareness of Students of SDN 11 Peguyangan Denpasar
Authors: Suartawan Putu Eka , Amelia Rizka , Purnama Arya Ardyan Kusuma , Dewi Ni Putu Eca , Budiartha I Made
Published: January 2025

Land transportation is a vital component of daily life in Indonesia, but the high number of traffic violations and accidents, especially among productive age groups, indicates a fundamental problem in understanding and awareness of traffic signs. This study developed and tested the effectiveness of an educational game based on traffic signs to improve understanding and awareness of traffic signs among children and adolescents, considering the high number of traffic violations and accidents in Indonesia, especially among productive age groups. The research method used was quasi-experimental with a mixed approach, involving 47 students from SDN 11 Peguyangan Denpasar with instruments in the form of game cards, questionnaires, observations, and interviews. The results showed a significant increase in participants' understanding of traffic signs, with a significant increase in post-test scores compared to pre-tests, which was 89%. Qualitative data showed active participation of participants and increased awareness of the importance of obeying traffic signs, as well as recommendations from teachers and participants to implement this game in the traffic education curriculum in schools. In conclusion, this educational game is effective in improving participants' understanding and awareness of traffic signs and has great potential to reduce traffic violations and accidents in Indonesia
The Role of Sea Toll Roads in Promoting Equitable Development in Indonesia
Authors: Akbar Rizki , Devanti Faizura Adelia Rachel , Jaya Iryanto Irvan , Rupaka Anggun Prima Gilang , Setiawan Guntur Tri Indra
Published: January 2025

Politeknik Transportasi Darat Bali conducted a community service activity involving the socialization and introduction of the sea toll road at SMKN 3 Tabanan. The activity aimed to introduce the sea toll road concept to vocational high school students as the next generation involved in the transportation industry. The community service team from Politeknik Transportasi Darat Bali provided an understanding of the definition, benefits, and implementation of the sea toll road in Indonesia. They also explained the important role of marine logistics in supporting connectivity and goods distribution between regions. The activity received positive enthusiasm from the students. They actively asked questions and discussed the future prospects of sea toll road development. Through this activity, it is expected to inspire and motivate the students of SMKN 3 Tabanan to participate in advancing Indonesia's marine transportation sector. The community service activity also included a simple demonstration related to the sea toll road. Students were taught how to track ship movements and understand the maritime logistics system through real-world examples. The evaluation of this activity showed an increase in students' understanding of the sea toll road concept and their enthusiasm to be involved in the future development of the marine transportation sector. Similar activities are expected to be continuously carried out to reach more schools and introduce the importance of the sea toll road for connectivity and goods distribution in Indonesia.
Socialization of the Procedure for Using the Light Reflector Tester in Supporting Motor Vehicle Technical Requirement Testing Based on Arduino Nano at the Cargo Terminal of Dinas Perhubungan
Authors: Natha Ngakan Putu Girindra , Windhyani Ni Kadek Priska , Jaya Kadek Sumertha Diarta , Pradana Adrian , Sasue Riz Rifai Oktavianus
Published: January 2025

Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (PKM) activities aim to improve transportation safety by disseminating procedures for using Arduino Nano-based light reflector testers. This tool functions to test light reflector devices (APC) on vehicles, which are important in increasing vehicle visibility, especially at night or in bad weather conditions. Based on PM 74 of 2021, APC is required on motorized vehicles to support road safety. Studies show that APC can reduce the risk of accidents by up to 95% at night.This PKM activity was carried out at the Denpasar City Transportation Service Goods Terminal involving 35 participants. The stages of the activity include team formation, preparation of tools and materials, implementation of socialization, and evaluation. Counseling was carried out by conducting socialization, using brochures, and demonstration tools. The socialization was also followed enthusiastically and welcomed by the Denpasar City Transportation Service. The results showed an increase in the understanding of the examiners about the importance of using APC and its testing procedures, especially the test tools that had been made by students/I together with the supervising lecturer. This activity provides benefits in the form of increasing driver awareness of the risk of accidents without APC, as well as strengthening the implementation of transportation safety regulations. In addition, this activity also increases the insight of Bali Land Transportation Polytechnic students, especially the Automotive Technology study program, in applying their knowledge and skills for the advancement of society. The grant of the Light Reflector Tester test equipment to the Transportation Agency is expected to support the sustainability of motor vehicle testing in the future.
The Use of Bamboo Baskets in the Supply Chain Agricultural Products Pancasari Buleleng
Authors: Soimun Ahmad , Sadri Putu Diva Ariesthana , Renita Putu Intan Sasya , Saputra Abdi Muhammad , Faradella Putri
Published: January 2025

Packaging plays a very important role in supply chains, not only as a product protector during transportation but also as an effective marketing and communication tool.In the midst of increasing awareness of environmental issues, companies around the world are trying to adopt more environmentally friendly and sustainable packaging.To anticipate these problems,it is realized through the implementation of socialization regarding the use of bamboo baskets in agricultural transportation in Buleleng.The purpose of this activity is to optimize the use of sustainable packaging in the supply chain.This socialization activity involves several activities, such as direct socialization to farmers,distribution of brochures, pamphlets, and stickers containing information related to the supply chain with sustainable packaging.The method used in this writing is a field survey method with a descriptive approach.This activity shows that the use of plastic packaging can damage the environment.However,after attending the socialization, there was a change in insight regarding the use of bamboo baskets in the supply chain.Socialization of this procedure also succeeded in creating positive changes in the application of farmer distribution.Hopefully, farmers can implement the use of sustainable packaging in the supply chain from collectors to end consumers.
Eco-Driving Socialization to Reduce Emissions in Villages Assigned by the Bali Poltrada
Authors: Ahmad Rahmat , Sulfiana Enni , Ratnandayanti Ni Putu Riska Kemala , Pradnyana Putu Gota , Saptayasa Made Landipa
Published: January 2025

Global climate change and increasing air pollution are environmental issues that are increasingly urgent to address. One of the main causes of this problem is exhaust emissions from motor vehicles. Poltrada Bali's assisted villages, like many other villages in Bali, face significant challenges related to increasing air pollution due to motor vehicles. The community has high mobility activities. Therefore, the socialization of environmentally friendly driving techniques (Eco-Driving) is very relevant to be applied among pecalang and the wider community. Community Service activities have been carried out in Samsam Village using the counseling method to the participants, who are the community from the village. Participants were given material on Eco-Driving in the hope that it can reduce exhaust emissions and save fuel on motor vehicles and can have a direct impact on air quality and local public health.
Socialization of Safe and Sustainable Logistics for A Bright Future of the Company
Authors: Sadri Putu Diva Ariesthana , Soimun Ahmad , Zaelinia Ni Putu Angelika Ristya , Wiramukti Adhy Krisna , Widyana Rafly Dewantara Putra
Published: January 2025

Over Dimension Over Load (ODOL) is a dilemmatic problem because implementing the policy will have positive and negative impacts from each decision taken. To overcome this, the government has a zero ODOL policy to supervise goods transportation. This will affect the efficiency and effectiveness of a company. The Bali Regional Police carries out community service activities regarding the promotion of safe and sustainable logistics for the company's bright future with the aim of providing understanding to the company's goods transport drivers to comply with goods loading standards in accordance with existing regulations. This activity was carried out using mediation and sharing sessions between the Bali Police team and PT drivers. Adikarya Pangan Freshindo about ODOL so that drivers understand and can apply it in their daily work.
Efforts to Improve Electric Car Purchase Decisions in Jakarta
Authors: Ichwan Gema Akbar , Octora Theresye Yoanyta , Setiawan Edhie Budi
Published: January 2025

The shift toward electric vehicles (EVs) in many developed countries is driven by the need to reduce fossil fuel dependency and promote environmentally friendly transportation solutions. Following this global trend, the Indonesian government introduced PERPRES No. 55 of 2019 to accelerate the adoption of EVs, aiming to build public awareness and encourage the transition to electric mobility. In this study, we explore factors influencing purchasing decisions for electric cars in a specific region of Jakarta. The research highlights that electric cars offer multiple advantages, including lower environmental impact and more efficient travel costs, making them an increasingly attractive option for consumers. We gathered data from 112 electric car users in Jakarta using a quantitative research method and a simple random sampling approach. Data analysis using SMARTPLS Version 4 enabled a detailed examination of variable relationships. The findings reveal that perceived value and word-of-mouth promotion have an indirect positive effect on purchasing decisions, with brand image act as a mediating factor. The results highlight the importance of consumer perception, social influence, and brand image in shaping preferences for EVs. This study offers insights into EV consumer behavior in Jakarta, supporting strategies to boost EV adoption in Indonesia.
Safety Management of Trans Java Toll Road with Vision Zero Approach (Ngawi - Kertosono Toll Road Segment)
Authors: Pramudi Setia Hadi , Ariani Firga , Shofiah Siti , Hikaru Revi , Handoko Handoko
Published: January 2025

The Ngawi-Kertosono Toll Road, essential for supporting Indonesia's mobility and economy, faces significant traffic safety challenges, evidenced by high accident rates attributed to excessive speed, poor road conditions, and human error. This study identifies critical black spots through accident data analysis and proposes the Vision Zero approach as an effective strategy to eliminate road fatalities. Key recommendations include improving infrastructure, such as clearer traffic signage and geometric road enhancements in accident-prone areas, as well as driver education through defensive driving training and awareness campaigns about risks at dangerous points. Strengthening law enforcement against traffic violations is crucial for creating a deterrent effect, and implementing advanced traffic monitoring systems can help detect and prevent potential accidents in real time. By adopting these measures, it is anticipated that accident rates will decrease, thereby enhancing traffic safety on the Ngawi-Kertosono Toll Road and moving closer to the Vision Zero goal.
Comparison of Main Contact Strip Wear Rates Between Local and Imported Products on the Pantograph of the Jakarta MRT Train While Operating on the Mainline
Authors: Zulkarnain Akbar , Rehandany Rizky , Putri Dia Cahaya
Published: January 2025

The Jakarta MRT (mass rapid transit) is an electric railway train with a track length of 16 km that runs from the Lebak Bulus station to the Hotel Indonesia roundabout station. The main component of the electric railway train is the pantograph, with a voltage source of 1500 Vdc leading to the train motor traction, part of the pantograph that is directly related to the upper flow of electricity is the main contact strip. Increase the use of domestic components by replacing imported product main contact strip components with local product main contact strips. Therefore, this study aims to compare main contact strip wear rates between local and imported products. The data in this study were obtained from Daily Maintenance in the form of kilometer data and wear rate data. Data analysis uses a simple linear regression method which aims to find a comparison between the wear rate and kilometres of main contact strips of local products and imported products. Based on the results of the analysis, it is found that the wear rate of the main contact strip of local products is better than that of imported products. While the service life of the main contact strip since the first kilometer of operation on local products is more durable than imported products.
The Influence of Transport Infrastructure in Supporting Freight Transport Activities in Bali
Authors: Sadri Putu Diva Ariesthana , Soimun Ahmad , Navianti Dynes Rizky , Asri Asyraful Insan
Published: January 2025

Transportation and logistics play a crucial role in economic activities, particularly in the distribution of goods. Well-established and adequate transportation infrastructure can enhance the efficiency of cargo transportation, leading to faster delivery times and reduced logistics costs. Bali, as one of Indonesia's leading tourist destinations, also has the potential to become a hub for trade and logistics. However, Bali's transportation infrastructure is still insufficient to support cargo transportation effectively. Therefore, this research aims to evaluate the impact of transportation infrastructure on cargo transportation activities in Bali. The research methodology employed quantitative analysis with linear regression techniques and SWOT analysis. The research findings indicate that the condition of cargo transportation infrastructure in Bali is generally good, but there are still obstacles that can hinder the efficiency of goods delivery, such as traffic congestion and infrastructure damage. Using linear regression analysis, it was determined that transportation infrastructure can have an impact on logistics activities, particularly in terms of transportation infrastructure conditions, the availability of infrastructure, infrastructure quality in supporting logistics costs, and distribution challenges. From the SWOT analysis, it was found that the development of transportation infrastructure in Bali can benefit from a progressive strategy by capitalizing on strengths and opportunities. This approach aims to improve transportation infrastructure in Bali to support more effective and efficient cargo transportation.
PENGARUH UKURAN PERUSAHAAN, DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO (DER) DAN RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) TERHADAP MANAJEMEN LABA PADA PERUSAHAAN MANUFAKTUR SUB SEKTOR INDUSTRI MAKANAN DAN MINUMAN
Authors: Saputra Indra , Andani Mega , Sa'diah Halimatus
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membuktikan secara empiris pengaruh ukuran perusahaan, Debt to Equity Ratio (DER), dan Return On Assets (ROA) terhadap manajemen laba pada perusahaan manufaktur sub sektor industri makanan dan minuman yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia tahun 2019-2022.
Metode analisis yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah menggunakan metode analisis regresi linier berganda dengan menggunakan alat analisis statistik software SPSS Versi 26.
Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah secara parsial ukuran perusahaan tidak berpengaruh terhadap manajemen laba, Debt to Equity Ratio (DER) berpengaruh terhadap  manajemen  laba dan  Return  On Assets  (ROA) tidak berpengaruh terhadap Manajemen laba. Sedangkan secara simultan ukuran perusahaan, Debt to Assets Ratio (DAR), dan Return  On  Assets (ROA)  t berpengaruh terhadap manajemen laba.
ANALISIS PENERAPAN TARIF EFEKTIF RATA-RATA (TER) TERHADAP PEMOTONGAN PAJAK PENGHASILAN PASAL 21 KARYAWAN TETAP (STUDI KASUS PADA PT CDS)
Authors: Hanifah Hanifah , Hayati Nor
Published: January 2025

Tujuan dalam penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dampak penerapan Tarif Efektif Rata-Rata (TER) terhadap pemotongan pajak penghasilan pasal 21 karyawan tetap pada PT. CDS.
Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif, dengan metode ini penulis dapat mengetahui sejauh mana gambaran pemotongan pajak penghasilan pasal 21 karyawan tetap PT. CDS sebelum dan setelah penerapan Tarif Efektif Rata-Rata (TER).
Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa setelah menggunakan Tarif Efektif Rata-Rata (TER) dari Masa Januari sampai Juni 2024 seharusnya PT. CDS melakukan pemotongan sebesar Rp5.369.000, namun penggunaan Tarif Efektif Rata-Rata (TER) dapat menyebabkan kelebihan pembayaran pajak.
PENGARUH KOMPENSASI DAN MOTIVASI KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PT MEAD JOHNSON INDONESIA- CABANG BANJARBARU
Authors: Ridhawati Rakhmi , Utami Wahyuni Tri
Published: January 2025

His research aims to empirically proved the influence of compensation and work motivation on employee performance at PT Mead Johnson Indonesia- Banjarbaru branch.
The research method used  quantitative method, and data collection is carried out through questionnaires distributed directly to respondents with a total of 95 employees from several parts of the company. This study used statistical analysis tools SPSS 26.00 software.
The results of the study indicated that compensation has a negative effect on employee performance at PT Mead Johnson Indonesia- Banjarbaru branch, while work motivation does not affect employee performance at PT Mead Johnson Indonesia- Banjarbaru branch. The adjusted R square value is 0.767, which indicates that the dependent variable, namely employee performance, can affect the independent variables, namely compensation and work motivation by 76.7% and the remaining 23.3% is influenced by other variables not mentioned in this study
A Queueing Theory Approach to Analyze the Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Hospitals System Capabilities: A Lesson for Future Pandemic Preparedness
Authors: Saini Balveer , Singh Dharamender , Sharma Kailash Chand
Published: January 2025

Pandemics are life-threatening and resource-intensive. Hospitals with limited resources saw a surge in patients during pandemics. These situations can result in a large number of casualties in a small time period. The “golden hour” after infection is crucial for treatment and can significantly impact the survival rate. It is inevitable to treat these victims in the “golden hour” to prevent serious loss of lives. Our objective is to enhance the capacity of the healthcare system to treat victims in "golden hours" during pandemics. This article will evaluate the arrival of victims and compare it with the hospital's treatment capabilities. We have created a system known as the "Transient Act System (TAS)." This system identifies overcrowding in hospitals. The M/M/s/GD/c/∞ type multi-channel queueing system is described to calculate the hospital treatment capacity. The hospital capacity calculation method is based on the waiting time probability distribution function, where the patient waiting times follow an Erlang distribution. The suggested method is validated using numerical analysis, including probability distribution and graphical representations. The study ends with suggestions for future research and advice on how to increase the effectiveness of the hospital system in pandemic situations. This study serves as an example that justifies the feasibility. The findings of this study can immediately help policymakers and planners make better decisions about pandemic situations and future health crises.
Reimagining Futures--Decolonial Praxis in Higher Education
Authors: Wang Ru-Jer , Chiang Wen-Wei , Shih Yi-Huang , Ku Min-Sheng , Lin Jason Cong , Wati Unik Ambar , Takamiya Masaki
Published: January 2025

Several significant global social movements, including Rhodes Must Fall in the UK, Fees Must Fall in South Africa, Black Lives Matter in the US, and Why is My Curriculum White? in the UK, challenged the traditions and assumptions of modernization, colonialism, and imperialism within the existing education system. Therefore, the issue of decolonization in higher education deserves much attention. By means of literature analysis, this article explored how higher educational institutions can rethink their practices to be more inclusive and equitable by challenging dominant narratives and promoting decolonial methodologies in teaching, curriculum and research. Finally, three reflections are presented: (1) In some regions, decolonization refers to the formal end of colonial rule, while in others, it involves ongoing struggles to dismantle the legacies of colonialism, including economic dependency, cultural erasure, and social inequality; (2) How higher education institutions are engaging with decolonization; (3) Lack of support for marginalized scholars. The authors hope that through the discussion in this article, we can gain a deeper understanding of decolonial praxis in higher education.
Optimizing Electric Vehicle Clustering through Improved MVABC-GMM Algorithm Based on Gaussian Mixture Model and Monte Carlo Prediction
Authors: Li Bingcheng , Guo Guifang
Published: January 2025

In the practical application of electric vehicle (EV) charging, significant differences in charging behaviors across different time periods lead to scheduling challenges, especially when dealing with a large number of vehicles, potentially causing the "curse of dimensionality" in scheduling. To address this issue, an improved MVABC-GMM algorithm based on the Gaussian Mixture Model (GMM) is proposed for clustering large-scale EVs, aiming to optimize EV scheduling strategies and enhance the utilization efficiency of grid resources. The charging data is fitted using a Gaussian distribution, and a Monte Carlo prediction model is built to simulate the charging behavior patterns of EVs. Clustering evaluation metrics are introduced to determine the optimal number of clusters. Comparisons show that the improved algorithm significantly enhances convergence speed and clustering performance. The clustering center at the position (17.79, 7.62) in the cross-shaped region visually reflects the charging patterns of EV users.
Evaluation of CO2 Sequestration Suitability in Bohai Bay Basin Based on Entropy Weighted TOPSIS Approach
Authors: Yuan Xiaoting , Zhao Xing
Published: January 2025

CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage) is one of the key technologies to cope with global climate change, and an effective way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions on a large scale and mitigate global warming in the future. Therefore, the evaluation and target selection of favorable areas for CO2 sequestration are crucial. Based on the five primary geotectonic units in the Bohai Bay Basin, i.e., Canning Rise, Liaodong Bay Depression, Bohai Central Depression, Jiyang Depression, and Huanghua Depression, the entropy-weighted TOPSIS method was used to evaluate the conditions for CO2 storage based on the conditions of the Bohai Bay Basin, such as sedimentation (sedimentary thickness, sedimentary phases), tectonics (fracture, seismicity, etc.), storage-cover assemblage, geothermal temperature, heat flow, etc. The entropy-weighted TOPSIS method was used to evaluate the conditions for CO2 storage. Considering the factors of geological safety, storage scale and economic appropriateness, a CO2 storage appropriateness evaluation index system consisting of 3 first-level indexes and 11 second-level indexes is constructed, and the establishment of this index system is of reference significance for screening and determining the favorable areas of CO2 storage in the Bohai Bay Basin. The evaluation results show that the order of CO2 storage suitability in the Bohai Bay Basin is as follows: Huanghua depression, Bozhong depression, Liaodong Bay depression, Jiyang depression, and Canning uplift.
ROLE OF CONTRAST-ENHANCED CT PARANASAL SINUSES IN DIAGNOSING RHINOSINOMUCORMYCOSIS IN POST COVID PATIENTS
Authors: MAQSOOD S , MUGHAL HH
Published: January 2025

Rhinosinomucormycosis is a life-threatening fungal infection that has emerged as a significant complication in post-COVID-19 patients, particularly in those with diabetes or corticosteroid use. Early diagnosis is critical, and contrast-enhanced CT (CECT) has proven valuable in detecting characteristic features of the disease. Objective: This study evaluates the role of CECT in diagnosing rhinosinomucormycosis in post-COVID patients in Pakistan. Methods: A retrospective observational study was conducted at a tertiary care hospital in Rawalpindi from March 2021 to September 2021. Ninety patients with clinical suspicion of rhinosinomucormycosis following COVID-19 were included. All patients underwent CECT of the paranasal sinuses, and imaging findings were correlated with histopathological results. Demographic data, risk factors, and clinical outcomes were also analyzed. Results: The sensitivity of CECT in diagnosing rhinosinomucormycosis was 95%. Common imaging findings included sinonasal mucosal thickening (86.7%), bone erosion (72.2%), intraorbital extension (53.3%), and intracranial extension (23.3%). Diabetes mellitus (71.1%) and corticosteroid use (70%) were the most prevalent risk factors. Patients with intraorbital or intracranial involvement had higher rates of complications, including surgical intervention (63.3%) and mortality (6.7%).Conclusion: Contrast-enhanced CT is a reliable diagnostic tool for rhinosinomucormycosis in post-COVID-19 patients, enabling early detection and management of the disease. Incorporating CECT into routine diagnostic protocols can significantly improve outcomes, particularly in high-risk populations in resource-constrained settings.
Prevalence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility of Escherichia coli Isolated from Goats in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam
Authors:   Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, College of Agriculture, Can Tho University, Campus II, 3/2 Street, Xuan Khanh ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City 90000, Vietnam, Tran Binh Cong , Nguyen Vy Ly Phuong ,   Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, College of Agriculture, Can Tho University, Campus II, 3/2 Street, Xuan Khanh ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City 90000, Vietnam, Truong Trung Thanh ,   Faculty of Animal Science, College of Agriculture, Can Tho University, Campus II, 3/2 Street, Xuan Khanh ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City 90000, Vietnam, Nguyen Thuan Khanh ,   Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, College of Agriculture, Can Tho University, Campus II, 3/2 Street, Xuan Khanh ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City 90000, Vietnam
Published: January 2025

Escherichia coli is one of the severe pathogens causing severe diarrhea and resistance to antibiotics in domestic animals, including goats. From April to June 2023, 122 fresh feces of hybrid Boer goats of different ages and genders were collected randomly in the small-scale farms in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam, to clarify the prevalence and antibiotic resistance of E. coli isolated from those feces. By the traditional culture method, of 122 samples, 87 fecal samples were positive for E. coli (71.31%). There were no statistically significant differences in the prevalence of E. coli among male or female goats and ages (< 6 months and ≥ 6 months). E. coli was detected in goats over 6 months and under 6 months at 76.56% and 65.52%, respectively, while 88.20% and 85.42% in male and female goats. The antimicrobial susceptibility of E. coli strains to 7 examined antibiotics was conducted using the Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion method. The results indicated that E. coli was sensitive 100% to colistin (10 μg), amoxicillin/clavulanic acid (20/10 μg), cefuroxime (30 μg), doxycycline (30 μg), ciprofloxacin (5 μg), and 87.50% to ampicillin (10 μg) and bactrim (trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, 1.25/23.75 μg), respectively. However, those E. coli strains were highly resistant to streptomycin (93.75%), and 93.67% of E. coli strains were resistant to one to three antibiotics. Among them, the resistant pattern of Ge+Sm (gentamycin + streptomycin) was the most frequent detection (43.75%). The prevalence rate of antibiotic resistance genes (blaampC, tetA, qnrA, strA, and sulII) in E. coli strains isolated from goat feces was detected by PCR. Among them, gene blaampC was the most predominant (96.88%), followed by qnrA (68.75%). Furthermore, 81.25% of E. coli strains harbored two to five antibiotic-resistance genes, and the gene pattern of blaampC + tetA + qnrA was the most popular (21.88 %). The antibiotic resistance and harbored antibiotic resistance genes in E. coli strains isolated from goat feces increase animal and public health concerns.