bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ROAD CRASH DATA VISUALISATION AND ANALYTICS USING TABLEAU FOR MOUNTAINOUS ROADWAY AREAS IN CAMERON HIGHLANDS, MALAYSIA
Authors: Mohd Nusa Fatin Najwa , Ishak Siti Zaharah , Rusli Rusdi , Mat Isa Che Maznah , Abdul Manan Muhammad Marizwan , Sulistyono Sonya
Published: August 2023

Despite government efforts and enforcement, alarming statistics in road crashes with high fatality rates in mountainous roadways are a significant concern to the authorities and community. This research has aimed to produce road crash profiling of Cameron Highlands based on secondary data using Tableau software. Results show that 66 cases involving motorcycles less than 251cc are the most dominant type of vehicle involved in road crashes, followed by tour or excursion vehicles, lorry trailers, four-wheel drive, and cars. The most frequent crash locations in Cameron Highlands are at the boundary of Jalan Keramat Pulai (45 cases) and Jalan Ringlet – Kg. Raja – Blue Valley (50 cases). These cases involved hitting pedestrians, sideswipe collisions, forced collisions, hitting the roadside animal, head-on collisions, vehicles out of control, and right-angle side, which lead to fatal injuries. These findings may assist in identifying intervention planning to control and manage road crashes in mountainous areas.
ACCESSIBILITY AND CONNECTIVITY ANALYSIS IN THE GROWING RURAL AREA: A CASE STUDY OF REMBAU DISTRICT, NEGERI SEMBILAN
Authors: Mohd Yusoff Zaharah , Md Ramlan Norazrina , Mohd Salim Pauziyah , Mohsin Aminah , Mohd Mazlan , Sri Mulyawati Lilis
Published: August 2023

Rural areas are the ideal place to handle urban sprawl, whether for future administrative, college, manufacturing, residential, commercial, or for business growth. In the land development context, the shifting from rural into several areas such as agricultural into houses or subdividing real estate into commercial lots etc. were seen to be worth trying. However, this will succeed with the help of better road connectivity to the demanded area. This research is aimed to explore the road accessibility and connectivity and its function in supporting the growth of land development in Rembau, Negeri Sembilan. The research methodology produces maps of new potential growth development areas using GIS techniques. For data acquisition, there was a two-approach which is using the primary and secondary data. The primary data consist of the observation on the site, interview method with the experts and local people. Meanwhile, the secondary data is using the Landsat data from USGS to produce a land-use map for four consecutive years, base map and route connectivity data for GIS method, and statistical data from related agencies. The result of this research is to produce a new potential development map in Rembau, Negeri Sembilan. Remote sensing (RS) and Geographical Information System (GIS) allows the town planners to identify the potential rural spaces to cater the urban population.
ENABLING INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM (ITS) APPLICATION FOR SMART PARKING MONITORING SYSTEM (SPMS) AT URBAN ENVIRONMENT
Authors: Mohamad Taufik Siti Nurzafira , Ishak Siti Zaharah , Mohd Yusoff Zaharah , Mohd Jaafar Mohd Nizar
Published: August 2023

Smart City conceptual development is as an approach to solve urbanization issues and improve the quality of life. Among others, the needs of Smart City are focused to enhanced the users of smart mobility. Taking action to reduce and control pollution levels is a major priority because Urban mobility accounts for 40% of all CO2 emissions of road transport and up to 70% of other pollutants from transportation record. The study was performed by reviewing and highlighting existing published studies on Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) application for smart parking monitoring system and performing gap analysis. This paper reviewed recent research towards smart parking monitoring system highlighting its implementation stage, factors and impacts.
THE RELEVANCE OF SCUBA DIVING ACTIVITIES AS A TOURIST ATTRACTION ON PANGKOR ISLAND
Authors: Yusoh Mohamad Pirdaus , Hanafi Nurhazliyana , Abdul Latip Normah , Steaphen Jeannet , Abdullah Muhammad Fuad , Hua Ang Kean
Published: August 2023

Scuba diving tourism is one of the tourism products that contributes to Malaysia's economic returns. There are three main issues underlying this research problem, namely the validity of Pangkor Island as a scuba diving tourism destination in Malaysia, the confusion about Pangkor Island's actual status as a scuba diving tourism destination in Malaysia based on tourism agency promotions and souvenir sales, and past studies conducted by local scholars. To obtain validity, several stakeholders were made respondents of the study, namely foreign tourists, local residents, and resort entrepreneurs. This study aims to identify the characteristics of tourist attractions on Pangkor Island based on the perceptions of foreign tourists and local communities, examine the involvement of local communities in tourism development, and the level of their knowledge about scuba diving tourism. Furthermore, it examines whether this activity is a characteristic attraction that drives international tourists to visit Pangkor Island based on the stated attraction characteristics and the scuba diving activity service offerings by hotel and resort entrepreneurs there. This study uses a quantitative approach and is supported by a qualitative approach. The research methods used are face-to-face interviews using questionnaires, observations, and in-depth interviews. The study's findings on 125 foreign tourists, 179 local communities, and 42 hotels and resorts show that Pangkor Island is not relevant as a scuba diving destination. All three stakeholders gave negative responses to this research problem. For foreign tourists, the main attraction stated is the beach and the sea, as well as the attractive natural environment, which is 71.4%. Local community interviews showed that Pangkor Island is not popular as a scuba diving destination, which is 52.0%, and resort analysis found that scuba diving package offerings are only offered by four out of 42 resorts and hotels on the island, and only if there is demand. The study's findings indicate that scuba diving is not popular as a tourist attraction there. Therefore, this study's findings reject the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) statement that places Pangkor Island as a scuba diving tourism destination. In conclusion, this research contributes to the academic discipline, particularly in service geography and tourism, and policy makers such as the Malaysian Ministry of Tourism.
THE IMPACT OF GREEN ENERGY & WATER PRACTICES ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM: A CASE STUDY OF 5-STAR HOTELS IN HURGHADA AND MECCA
Authors: Amer Adel Abou , Mohamad Diana , Roosli Ruhizal
Published: August 2023

This present study examined whether 5-star hotels in Hurghada, Egypt, and Mecca, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) implement green energy and water practices and how they perceive the development of tourism in relation to the adoption of green practices. A qualitative research method was used to examine hotels in Hurghada and Mecca only. The target population of hotel managers, owners, and heads of departments was selected using purposive sampling. The sample size was limited to 10 respondents. The tools and techniques used were focus group discussions (FGDs) and semi-structured interviews (SSIs). The findings indicate that 5-star hotels in Hurghada and Mecca have provided their staff with multiple different training on green practices, displayed signboards, decreased the use of electrical equipment, and transitioned to solar-powered energy systems. They have also installed electricity-saving air conditioning units in their rooms, covered air conditioners, and set the temperature of air conditioners to ambient temperature. Their gardens are cultivated with plants that do not consume water and are watered, if necessary, only at sunset. They also ration their use of water. Guests are also provided with luxury products that are environmentally friendly and do not use plastic packaging. Awareness was found to be the most important factor for the only in hotels but in general.
MEDIATING ROLE OF SENSE OF BELONGING IN THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SOCIAL FACTORS AND NEIGHBOURHOOD ATTACHMENT: A CASE STUDY OF PENANG, MALAYSIA
Authors: Han Teu Yu , Isa Mohd Ismail , Marzbali Massoomeh Hedayati
Published: August 2023

Many studies have examined the impact of social factors on neighbourhood attachment. However, more studies need to be on the mediating effect of the sense of belonging in a built environment. This study aims to investigate its mediating role in the relationship between social factors and neighbourhood attachment in two neighbourhoods in Penang Island, Malaysia. A sample of 362 residents was requested to answer a questionnaire survey with a Likert scale to measure the residents' assessment of social factors, neighbourhood attachment level and sense of belonging. Neighbourhood attachment is a second-order factor structure assessed by a first-order factor structure that includes place dependence and social bonding. The social factor is also a second-order construct with two dimensions: social trust and social support. The findings were then analysed by structural equation modelling. These results support the theoretical findings in the literature that social factors significantly affect the sense of belonging and neighbourhood attachment. The results also support the mediating role of a sense of belonging in the relationship between social factors and neighbourhood attachment. Fostering social trust and support within neighbourhoods is crucial for promoting neighbourhood attachment. This can be achieved through community-building activities and community-shared places. By fostering social trust and support, neighbourhoods can become vibrant, thriving communities where individuals feel a sense of belonging and connection.
RESIDENTS’ PERCEPTION TOWARDS THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF RURAL TOURISM DEVELOPMENT — THE CASE STUDY OF DA LAT CITY, VIETNAM
Authors: Ngan Anh Nguyen Thi , Rahman Suraiyati
Published: August 2023

Tourism development in any destination can bring about positive and negative impacts on the natural environment and social and economic aspects. Da Lat, an emerging tourist destination in Vietnam, is confronted with the positive and negative environmental impacts of tourism, especially in rural areas. Several studies have explored the effect of tourism. However, only few studies have focused on the environmental impacts of tourism development in the rural area of a developing country. On this basis, this research aims to: (i) investigate residents’ positive and negative perceptions of the environmental impacts of tourism development in the rural areas of Da Lat city, (ii) examine the influences of age, gender, length of residence, economic dependency on their perception, attitude and supportiveness; and (iii) investigate the influences of the independent variables (residents’ socio-demographic features, perception and attitude) on residents’ supportiveness. This work involved a case study of four rural communes, namely, Xuan Truong, Xuan Tho, Ta Nung and Tram Hanh at Da Lat City, and a stratified sampling technique was used. This study utilised a quantitative research method by using face-to-face questionnaires with a total of 305 usable responses. The findings revealed that the residents’ perception on the environmental impacts of tourism are influenced by age, length of residence and economic dependency. Majority of the residents’ demonstrated a positive perception on the environmental impacts of tourism and support the tourism development even though the actual environmental effect is visible at Da Lat city. Attitude is the most significant variable that affect residents’ supportiveness. This empirical study may provide the current situation on the supportiveness of residents in Da Lat destination that may benefit the decision-maker in conserving environmental sustainability as a tourism destination.
VISITOR WILLINGNESS TO PAY CONSERVATION FEES AT CMC TIGA WARNA IN MALANG, INDONESIA
Authors: Zimo Huang , Omar Shida Irwana , Bachri Syamsul , Sumarmi
Published: August 2023

This paper was aimed at investigating the factors that influence visitors' willingness to pay (WTP) for conservation fees for the Clungup Mangrove Conservation (CMC) Tiga Warna project in Malang, Indonesia. The contingent valuation method (CVM) was used to estimate the amount that visitors would be willing to pay in additional conservation fees to enable improvements to be made to the CMC Tiga Warna area. The results that were obtained from 311 respondents indicated that visitors were willing to pay an additional Rp 12829.58 per person on top of the initial conservation fee of Rp 10,000. In terms of the socio-demographic variables, age and marital status had a significant impact on the willingness to pay. Furthermore, the results indicated that those visitors who had a higher perceived value and a higher level of trust in the managers of the CMC Tiga Warna tended to contribute more to the area. The results of this study will serve as a valuable guide for managers in adjusting prices and making management decisions to ensure the further sustainability of ecotourism at the CMC Tiga Warna area.
MODELLING FACTOR OF BUILT-UP SATURATION IN THE CITY CENTRE OF KUALA LUMPUR AND PENANG
Authors: Abang Mahmud Dayang Shahrizat , Yin Izuandi , Tan Mou Leong , Mohamad Diana , S. Muthuveeran Adam Aruldewan
Published: August 2023

In Kuala Lumpur and Penang City Centres, different built-up patterns have emerged based on the gazetted permitted development for the past few years. Since independence, Kuala Lumpur and Penang have experienced substantial growth and modernization throughout the years. Both cities have rapid growth despite the fact that the character of the cities has evolved in built-up patterns from bungalow and mansion settlements due to transporting tin from the mining area (Kuala Lumpur City Centre) into the golden triangle of Klang Valley; colonial areas and ancient shops due to resource transportation to the harbour (Georgetown) into UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There is development control, which is regulated to protect the distinctiveness of the city, including limiting its ability to grow and controlling the saturation of land. This demonstrates how these two city centres have largely concentrated buildings in Kuala Lumpur while Penang is maintaining its conservation plan. The research was conducted to observe the changes in development for both cities (1km radius) from 2015 until 2023 by using the method of overlay analysis between image processing and remote sensing data using the Geographic Information System (GIS) and the USGS Earth Explorer. This assessment is crucial in determining the saturated area, the pattern of built-up development, and the factor of development force.
Translating and Testing a Digital Game Promoting Vegetable Consumption in Young Children: Usability Study
Authors: Bucher Della Torre Sophie , Lages Marlene , Dias Sara S , Guarino Maria P , Braga-Pontes Cátia
Published: August 2023

Background

Promoting healthy eating in children is key to preventing chronic diseases, and vegetable consumption is notably lower than recommended in this population. Among the interventions tested, gamification has shown promise in promoting familiarization, increasing knowledge, and potentially increasing vegetable intake.

Objective

This pilot study aimed first to translate the digital game “Veggies4myHeart” into French and to assess its influence on young children’s preferences and willingness to taste vegetables when combined with repeated tasting and education. We also aimed to investigate the acceptability and applicability of the game in 2 classrooms.

Methods

During 5 consecutive weekly sessions, children from 2 elementary classes played the digital game consisting of 5 mini games on different vegetables (lettuce, carrot, red cabbage, cucumber, and tomato) in pairs for 10-15 minutes. In addition, they discussed one of the vegetables and tasted the 5 vegetables in each session. Pretest and posttest food preferences and willingness to taste the vegetables were compared. Teachers participated in a semistructured interview.

Results

A total of 45 children aged 5 to 6 years tested the French version of the digital game. The children’s declared food preferences were already high for carrot, cucumber, and tomato, with scores higher than 4 out of a maximum of 5. The scores did not change significantly after the intervention, except for red cabbage (pretest: mean 2.52, SD 1.49; posttest: mean 3.29, SD 1.67; P=.006) and a composite score (pretest: mean 3.76, SD 1.06; posttest: mean 4.05, SD 1.03; P=.001). Before the intervention, 18 (44%), 30 (73%), 16 (39%), 29 (71%), and 26 (63%) children out of 41 were willing to taste lettuce, carrot, red cabbage, cucumber, and tomato, respectively. After the intervention, no significant statistical differences were observed, with 23 (51%), 36 (80%), 24 (53%), 33 (73%), and 29 (64%) children out of 45 willing to taste lettuce, carrot, red cabbage, cucumber, and tomato, respectively. Teachers supported this tool combined with repeated tasting and education and highlighted facilitators and barriers that should be anticipated to improve implementation in schools.

Conclusions

In this study, we translated an existing digital game applicable and acceptable to both children and teachers. A larger study is warranted to confirm the effectiveness of interventions using the digital game to promote vegetable preference, willingness to taste, and intake.
Mobilizing Patient and Public Involvement in the Development of Real-World Digital Technology Solutions: Tutorial
Authors: Keogh Alison , Mc Ardle Ríona , Diaconu Mara Gabriela , Ammour Nadir , Arnera Valdo , Balzani Federica , Brittain Gavin , Buckley Ellen , Buttery Sara , Cantu Alma , Corriol-Rohou Solange , Delgado-Ortiz Laura , Duysens Jacques , Forman-Hardy Tom , Gur-Arieh Tova , Hamerlijnck Dominique , Linnell John , Leocani Letizia , McQuillan Tom , Neatrour Isabel , Polhemus Ashley , Remmele Werner , Saraiva Isabel , Scott Kirsty , Sutton Norman , van den Brande Koen , Vereijken Beatrix , Wohlrab Martin , Rochester Lynn ,   Mobilise-D consortium
Published: August 2023

Although the value of patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) activities in the development of new interventions and tools is well known, little guidance exists on how to perform these activities in a meaningful way. This is particularly true within large research consortia that target multiple objectives, include multiple patient groups, and work across many countries. Without clear guidance, there is a risk that PPIE may not capture patient opinions and needs correctly, thereby reducing the usefulness and effectiveness of new tools. Mobilise-D is an example of a large research consortium that aims to develop new digital outcome measures for real-world walking in 4 patient cohorts. Mobility is an important indicator of physical health. As such, there is potential clinical value in being able to accurately measure a person’s mobility in their daily life environment to help researchers and clinicians better track changes and patterns in a person’s daily life and activities. To achieve this, there is a need to create new ways of measuring walking. Recent advancements in digital technology help researchers meet this need. However, before any new measure can be used, researchers, health care professionals, and regulators need to know that the digital method is accurate and both accepted by and produces meaningful outcomes for patients and clinicians. Therefore, this paper outlines how PPIE structures were developed in the Mobilise-D consortium, providing details about the steps taken to implement PPIE, the experiences PPIE contributors had within this process, the lessons learned from the experiences, and recommendations for others who may want to do similar work in the future. The work outlined in this paper provided the Mobilise-D consortium with a foundation from which future PPIE tasks can be created and managed with clearly defined collaboration between researchers and patient representatives across Europe. This paper provides guidance on the work required to set up PPIE structures within a large consortium to promote and support the creation of meaningful and efficient PPIE related to the development of digital mobility outcomes.
Formulation Design and Optimization of High-Performance Concrete for Enhanced Properties
Authors: Yanling Mou
Published: August 2023

High-performance concrete, as a crucial construction material, finds extensive applications in critical engineering projects. This paper focuses on the formulation design and optimization of high-performance concrete. By analyzing the impact of different admixtures, additives, and mix proportions on concrete properties, the methods for enhancing concrete strength, durability, and crack resistance are explored. The study integrates experimental and simulation approaches to provide theoretical and practical support for the reliable application of high-performance concrete.
Internalized Homophobia in Ocean Vuong’s on Earth we’re Briefly Gorgeous
Authors: Amin Manahil
Published: August 2023

Homophobia is one of the most prevalent bigoted prejudices in present age. This paper aimed to study the incarnation of internalized homophobia in the character of Trevor in the novel on Earth we’re Briefly Gorgeous (2019) by Ocean Vuong. By utilizing Pollack’s argument on “boy code” and “gendered straitjacket”, it has been observed that Trevor, despite being homosexual, tried to obscure and abate any softness in him by exorbitant performance of stereotypical masculinity such as meat eating, drugs, and misogyny that checks all the parameters of “boy code” set by society. It is also explored that manifestation of internalized homophobia in Trevor is happened as a result of excessive consensual gendered straitjacketing in relation to the heteronormative masculinity. Moreover, it is concluded that reason behind toxicity of Trevor towards his homosexuality was embedded in the roots of strict performance of maleness which resulted in digastric consequences such as self-hate, not meaningful relationship with partner and death.
Corporate Social Responsibility: A Boon to Corporate Governance
Authors: Malik Srishti , Sharma Jigisha
Published: August 2023

Abstract: Corporate governance refers to the system of rules, practices, processes, and structures by which a company is directed, controlled, and operated. It encompasses the relationships and responsibilities among various stakeholders, including shareholders, management, the board of directors, employees, customers, suppliers, and the broader community. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refers to the ethical and moral obligations that businesses and corporations have towards society and the environment beyond just maximizing profits. CSR includes socially responsible ways to earn profits and operating a transparent business to achieve an overall social and environmental sustainability. It also includes the various activities businesses use their profits for in order to use them for various social and environmental development. The purpose of this essay is to examine the various facets of corporate social responsibility and to evaluate the roles Indian businesses have played in various CSR initiatives.Corporate social responsibility should be viewed as an essential component of a business entity's primary operation rather than just as charity. This research paper will create a theoretical framework that explicitly connects the characteristics of CSR committees, board diversity, and financial performance. It will examine the various facets of corporate social responsibility and to evaluate the roles played by companies in carrying out various CSR initiatives
PERENCANAAN PRODUKSI DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE PERAMALAN UNTUK MENENTUKAN TOTAL PERMINTAAN KERIPIK PADA KERIPIK PISANG AZIZAH DI MAMBORO KECAMATAN PALU UTARA
Authors: Sudarma Agus Maryanto , Laapo Alimuddin , Sulaeman Sulaeman
Published: August 2023

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui efektifitas hasil peramalan dengan metode Double Moving Average dan  Double Eksponensial Smothing serta untuk memberikan gambaran perencanaan produksi dalam memenuhi permintaan keripik pada keripik pisang Azizah untuk 6 bulan kedepan. Penentuan responden dalam  penelitian ini dilakukan dengan sengaja (Purposive) terhadap UKM Kripik Pisang Azizah, untuk mengetahui informasi tentang perencanaan produksi keripik pisang dilakukan dengan mewawancarai secara langsung pemilik UKM dengan pertimbangan bahwa responden mengetahui  seluk – beluk dan bagaimana usaha tersebut dijalankan. Metode analisis yang digunakan  dalam  penelitian ini adalah metode Double Moving Average dan Double Eksponensial Smothing. Hasil  metode peramalan yang dapat digunakan pada “Usaha Keripik Pisang Azizah”  dalam  menentukan  peramalan  permintaan konsumen serta memiliki tingkat kesalahan terendah atau mendekati aktual adalah  double moving average  6 bulan dengan  nilai Mean Absolute Deviation 10,85 dan Mean Square Error 166,13, dengan hasil ramalan atau perkiraan permintaan konsumen pada periode Januari 2020 sampai Juni 2020 sebesar 198,05 kg/bulan; 193,52 kg/bulan; 191,42 kg/bulan; 182,39 kg/bulan; 181,84 kg/bulan dan 188,90 kg/bulan keripik pisang. Hasil Peramalan permintaan dapat digunakan sebagai perencaan untuk  produksi keripik pada periode Januari 2020 sampai Juni 2020, dengan jumlah produksi 198,05 kg/bulan; 193,52 kg/bulan; 191,42 kg/bulan; 182,39 kg/bulan;181,84 kg/bulan dan 188,90 kg/bulan keripik pisang.
ANALISIS PEMASARAN KAKAO DI DESA KAYUBOKO KECAMATAN PARIGI BARAT KABUPATEN PARIGI MOUTONG
Authors: Gozali Ahmad , Tangkesalu Dance , Sultan Hardianti
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis rantai pemasaran kakao diDesa Kayuboko Kecamatan Parigi Barat Kabupaten Parigi Moutong sampai ke Tangan Konsumen. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Desa Kayuboko Kecamatan Parigi Barat Kabupaten Parigi Moutong dari Bulan  Oktober sampai dengan Desember 2020. Penentuan responden dilakukan dengan metode acak sederhana (Simple Random Sampling) dengan jumlah responden 31 orang produsen (petani) dan pengambilan responden pedagang dilakukan dengan cara metode penjajakan (Tracing Sampling) sehingga diperoleh sebanyak 1 orang pedagang pengumpul, dan 1 orang pedagang besar.Hasil analisis pemasaran menunjukan bahwa saluran pemasaran kakao di Desa Kayuboko melalui dua saluran pemasaran yaitu: Petani   -  Pedagang pengumpul -  Pedagang besar   - Pabrik (Konsumen akhir), Petani           -   Pedagang besar              -   Pabrik (Konsumen akhir). Hasil analisis margin pemasaran kakao saluran 1 yaitu MT = Rp.10.000/Kg sedangkan saluran kedua yaitu MT = Rp.5.000/Kg. Bagian harga yang diterima petani kakao pada saluran 1 yaitu sebesar 75,00%, sedangkan pada saluran kedua yaitu sebesar 87,05%. Efisiensi pemasaran pada saluran pertama sebesar 2,19%, sedangkan nilai efisiensi untuk saluran II adalah sebesar 1,12%, sehingga dari kedua saluran tersebut, saluran yang paling efisien yaitu saluran kedua dengan nilai efisiensi sebesar 2,0%.
EFEKTIVITAS BEBERAPA JAMUR (Aspergillus sp, Beauveria Bassiana, Verticilliumsp) UNTUK MENGENDALIKAN PUPA PENGGEREK BUAH KAKAO (Conopomorpha cramerella Snellen)
Authors: Silviani Silviani , Anshary Alam , Lakani Irwan
Published: August 2023

Kakao merupakan salah satu produk pertanian yang dapat diandalkan dalam mewujudkan program pembangunan pertanian, khususnya dalam hal penyediaan lapangan kerja, pendorong pengembangan wilayah, peningkatan kesejahteraan petani dan peningkatan pendapatan/devisa Negara. Kerugian akibat serangan PBK merupakan resultan dari penurunan berat biji, kehilangan hasil dan meningkatnya biaya panen diakibatkan sulitnya memisahkan biji yang terserang dari kulit buahnya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas pengaplikasian beberapa jamur dalam berbagai konsentrasi terhadap pupa penggerek buah kakao. Pengambilan pupa serangga PBK yaitu dikumpulkan dari buah kakao yang memiliki gejala serangan PBK, selain itu juga pupa serangga didapatkan dari tumpukkan buah dan kulit-kulit buah kakao, Penelitian ini menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL), yang terdiri dari 3 perlakuan dan 1 kontrol yang diulang sebanyak 3 kali. Setiap perlakuan menggunakan 10 ekor pupa uji. Berdasarkan hasil uji ketiga jenis cendawan entomopatogen yang dapat menyebabkan mortalitas pupa PBK (C. cramerella), dari ketiga cendawan tersebut yang lebih efektif digunakan yaitu cendawan Aspergillus sp dengan tingkat mortalitas 90,50%, sedangkan tingkat mortalitas cendawan Verticillium sp yaitu 80,50% dan yang terendah  cendawan Beauveria Bassiana yaitu 56,67%.
ANALISIS PENDAPATAN USAHA KOPRA di DESA BANGKIR KECAMATAN DAMPAL SELATAN KABUPATEN TOLI-TOLI
Authors: Saparuddin Saparuddin , Lamusa Arifuddin , Alaihi Moh Alfit
Published: August 2023

Kopra merupakan salah satu hasil produk olahan kelapa yang banyak diusahakan oleh masyarakat Sulawesi Tengah. Komoditas ini telah memberikan kontribusi yang cukup besar terhadap peningkatan perekonomian. Selain menjadi sumber devisa, juga merupakan komoditas unggulan yang sangat menjanjikan serta menjadi tumpuan harapan masa depan bagi sebagian masyarakat di Sulawesi Tengah. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, maka diperoleh kesimpulan bahwa rata-rata produksi kopra yang dihasilkan oleh petani pengusaha kopra di Desa Bangkir Kecamatan Dampal Selatan selama satu kali produksi sebanyak 1.282,93 Kg dan harga jual Rp.5.500/Kg dengan rata-rata pendapatan yang diperoleh petani pengusaha kopra sebesar Rp. 4.297.928,40 per satu kali produksi.
PENGARUH PEMBERIAN PUPUK MAJEMUK DAN PUPUK TUNGGAL TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN DAN HASIL TANAMAN SORGUM (Sorghum bicolor l. moench)
Authors: Rifaldi Wahyu , Barus Henry Novero
Published: August 2023

Sorgum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) merupakan salah satu jenis tanaman serealia yang mempunyai potensi besar untuk dikembangkan di Indonesia karena mempunyai sifat adaptasi yang baik. Tanaman sorgum toleran terhadap kekeringan, dapat berproduksi pada lahan marginal, serta relatif tahan terhadap gangguan hama / penyakit. Penelitian bertujuan Untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemberian Pupuk Majemuk Dan Pupuk Tunggal Terhadap pertumbuhan dan hasil tanaman sorgum.  Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dari bulan Agustus 2020 sampai November 2020 di Kota Palu, Kecamatan Palu Barat, Kelurahan Baru. Penelitian ini  menggunakan  Rancangan  Acak  Kelompok terdiri  dari  5 (Lima)  perlakuan.  dengan   rincian  sebagai  berikut : 1) = NPK 0,75g/polybag, 2) =  Urea 1g /polybag, 3) =  Kcl 1g /polybag, 4) =  Sp36 1g /polybag, 5) = ZA 1g/polybag.  Hasil  penelitian   menunjukkan bahwa pemberian pupuk Urea, KCl, SP-36, dan ZA  meningkatkan pertumbuhan sorgum pada tinggi tanaman, jumlah daun, diameter batang, dibandingkan pupuk NPK pada umur 12 MST. Pemberian pupuk ZA cenderung meningkatkan pertumbuhan lebih baik dibandingkan pupuk lainnya. Selain itu, pemberian pupuk NPK, Urea, KCl, SP-36, dan ZA tidak menunjukkan perbedaan yang nyata antar perlakuan terhadap hasil sorgum bobot biji.
Sintesis dan Uji Kinerja Membran Selulosa Termodifikasi Polistirena dari Ampas Tebu dengan Aditif Monosodium Glutamate untuk Menurunkan Nilai BOD dan COD Limbah Cair Tahu
Authors: Sianipar Alvino Jefferson , Senny Widyaningsih  , Suyata
Published: August 2023

Tofu liquid waste, which has high BOD and COD values, can contaminate waters if it is directly disposed of without prior treatment. Therefore, waste treatment is necessary before being released into water. One method for treating this waste is by using a cellulose acetate membrane. In this research, a cellulose acetate membrane was synthesized from sugarcane bagasse fibers using the phase inversion method. The membrane was added 6% MSG as an additive to improve its performance. The membrane was applied to treat tofu waste with BOD and COD parameters. The membrane’s flux values obtained in this study were 33.56 L/(m².hour) for water and 26.85 L/(m².hour) for tofu liquid waste. SEM test result showed that the membrane with a 6% MSG additive had more pores and a denser surface compared to the membrane without the additive. The membrane was capable of decreasing BOD and COD values by 62.5% and 75.3% respectively in liquid tofu waste.
Penentuan Suhu Optimum Pirolisis Serbuk Gergaji Batang Kelapa
Authors: Aladin Andi , Syarif Takdir , Suryanto Andi , Magefira Andi , Ardan
Published: August 2023

Research has been carried out on the utilization of biomass waste of coconut trunk sawdust using the pyrolysis method to produce two products simultaneously, namely charcoal and liquid smoke. In order to obtain charcoal products with optimum calorific value, it is necessary to understand the optimum pyrolysis conditions. One of the optimum conditions, namely pyrolysis temperature, was studied in this research. Pyrolysis was carried out in a simultaneous pyrolysis reactor at a flow rate of argon inert gas into the reactor of 2 liters/minute and a pyrolysis time of 2.5 hours with pyrolysis temperature variations of 350, 400, 450, and 500°C, respectively. The study showed that the optimum temperature of 400oC was obtained which gave a yield of 34% charcoal with a calorific value of 7229 kcal/kg. Compared to the calorific value of the raw material for coconut sawdust which is 4400 kcal/kg, there was an increase in the calorific value of the pyrolysis product by 64%. Based on the optimum temperature condition, liquid smoke as a by-product was also obtained with a yield of 45%. Charcoal can be used as a solid fuel or as a bioadsorbent in the treatment of liquid waste or clarification of liquid food products such as virgin coconut oil (VCO). Grade 3 liquid smoke can be used as a biopesticide, while grade 1 liquid smoke can be used as a food preservative. Given the benefits of the two pyrolysis products, both of the products from the current research have a promising market value.
La biopedagogía como transformadora social
Authors: Escalante Torres Flor Anyela
Published: August 2023

Este artículo presenta una reflexión sobre diferentes crisis que está atravesando la sociedad, pero en especial la crisis educativa y, porende, busca promover una biopedagogía para la transformación de estas realidades, vinculando la ética del cuidado esencial y lapedagogía del amor. Desde estos enfoques humanísticos, se pretende dar luces a diferentes áreas del conocimiento como insumos para lasprácticas educativas, con miras al desarrollo de principios éticos y morales, de autoorganización, autorregulación, dignidad, entre otros,con el fin de fomentar la formación de líderes sociales.
Reinforcement learning-guided control strategies for CAR T-cell activation and expansion
Authors: Reuel Nigel , Ferdous Sakib , Shihab Ibne Farabi , Chowdhury Ratul
Published: August 2023

Reinforcement learning (RL), a subset of machine learning (ML), can
potentially optimize and control biomanufacturing processes, such as
improved production of therapeutic cells. Here, the process of CAR-T
cell activation by antigen presenting beads and their subsequent
expansion is formulated in-silico. The simulation is used as an
environment to train RL-agents to dynamically control the number of
beads in culture with the objective of maximizing the population of
robust effector cells at the end of the culture. We make periodic
decisions of incremental bead addition or complete removal. The
simulation is designed to operate in OpenAI Gym which enables testing of
different environments, cell types, agent algorithms and state-inputs to
the RL-agent. Agent training is demonstrated with three different
algorithms (PPO, A2C and DQN) each sampling three different state input
types (tabular, image, mixed); PPO-tabular performs best for this
simulation environment. Using this approach, training of the RL-agent on
different cell types is demonstrated, resulting in unique control
strategies for each type. Sensitivity to input-noise (sensor
performance), number of control step interventions, and advantage of
pre-trained agents are also evaluated. Therefore, we present a general
computational framework to maximize the population of robust effector
cells in CAR-T cell therapy production.
Betapapillomavirus natural history and co-detection with alphapapillomavirus in cervical samples of adult women
Authors: Malagón Talía , Ribeiro Aline Lopes , Nunes Emily Montosa , Gheit Tarik , El-Zein Mariam , Villa Luisa , Franco Eduardo , Sichero Laura
Published: August 2023

Background: Human papillomaviruses (HPV) of the genus
Betapapillomavirus can infect both cutaneous and mucosal sites,
but research on its natural history at mucosal sites remains scarce. We
examined the risk factors and co-detection patterns of HPVs of the
Betapapillomavirus and Alphapapillomavirus genera in
cervical samples of the Ludwig-McGill cohort study. Methods: We
assessed a subset of 505 women from the Ludwig-McGill cohort study from
São Paulo, Brazil. Cervical samples over the first year of follow-up
were tested for DNA of over 40 alphapapillomavirus types and 43
betapapillomavirus types using a type-specific multiplex genotyping PCR
assay. We assessed the risk factors for prevalent and incident
betapapillomavirus type detection, and whether types were detected more
frequently together than expected assuming independence using
permutation tests, logistic regression, and Cox regression.
Results: We observed significant within-genus clustering but
not cross-genus clustering. Multiple betapapillomavirus types were
co-detected in the same sample 2.24 (95%CI: 1.65-3.29) times more
frequently than expected. Conversely, co-detections of
alphapapillomavirus and betapapillomavirus types in the same sample
occurred only 0.64 (95%CI: 0.51-0.83) times as often as expected under
independence. In prospective analyses, positivity to one HPV genus was
associated with a non-significant lower incidence of detection of types
in the other genus. Lifetime number of sex partners and new sex partner
acquisition were associated with lower risks of prevalent and incident
betapapillomavirus detection. Conclusion: Betapapillomaviruses
are commonly found in the cervicovaginal tract. Results suggest
potentially different mechanisms of transmission for betapapillomavirus
genital infections other than vaginal sex.
Seismogenic Thickness of the Andean Crust
Authors: Riedel Martin Andrés , Tassara Andrés , Cabello Catalina , Leal Denisse , Castillo Mauro
Published: August 2023

The thickness of the seismogenic crust (Ts) controls crustal
earthquakes. Its upper limit is the seismicity onset depth (SOD) while
its base corresponds to the seismicity cutoff depth (SCD) that
correlates with the brittle-ductile transition. Thus, it influences the
magnitude and location of crustal earthquakes and knowledge of its
geometry may aid in seismic hazard assessment. Here we present the first
Ts map of the Andean margin. We follow the standard methodology using
the statistical depth distribution of events on a grid of equally size
square cells. However, we find it has flaws and develop a new approach,
based on circular cells of variable radius that changes according to
earthquake density. Our results indicate that Ts is heterogenous,
showing three controls: thermal structure, subduction geometry and
crustal thickness.
Effect of Conventional Lifestyle Interventions on Type 2 Diabetes Incidence by Glucose-Defined Prediabetes Phenotype: An Individual Participant Data Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Authors: Sathish Thirunavukkarasu , Khunti Kamlesh , Narayan K.M. Venkat , Mohan Viswanathan , Davies Melanie J. , Yates Thomas , Oldenburg Brian , Thankappan Kavumpurathu R. , Tapp Robyn J. , Bajpai Ram , M. Anjana Ranjit , B. Weber Mary , Ali Mohammed K. , Shaw Jonathan E.
Published: August 2023

OBJECTIVE

To examine whether the effect of conventional lifestyle interventions on type 2 diabetes incidence differs by prediabetes phenotype.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

We searched multiple databases until April 01, 2023 for randomized controlled trials that recruited people with isolated impaired fasting glucose (i-IFG), isolated impaired glucose tolerance (i-IGT), and IFG+IGT. Individual participant data were pooled from relevant trials and analyzed through random-effects models using the within-trial interactions approach.

RESULTS

Four trials with 2,794 participants (mean age 51.6 years, 60.6% men) were included: 1,240 (44.4%), 796 (28.5%), and 758 (27.1%) had i-IFG, i-IGT, and IFG+IGT, respectively. After a median of 2.5 years, the pooled hazard ratio (95% CI) for diabetes incidence in i-IFG was 0.97 (0.66, 1.44), i-IGT was 0.65 (0.44, 0.96), and IFG+IGT was 0.51 (0.38, 0.68); Pinteraction=0.01.

CONCLUSIONS

Conventional lifestyle interventions reduced diabetes incidence in people with IGT (with or without IFG) but not in those with i-IFG.
Violência psicólogica no cotidiano escolar:
Authors: Osti Andreia , Barbosa Tatiana Aparecida
Published: August 2023

A pesquisa identificou e analisou a representação de 115 alunos do Ensino Fundamental I de duas escolas públicas de Minas Gerais acerca da violência no contexto escolar. Especificamente buscou-se verificar a respeito da violência psicológica na modalidade humilhação presente na relação educacional entre professores e alunos. A metodologia englobou observação do cotidiano da sala de aula e uma entrevista semiestruturada. Os resultados indicam que a maioria dos alunos apresenta uma representação da violência vinculada à verificação de agressões físicas, isto é, a representação da violência está ancorada à violência física, tal como em atos de bater, chutar, machucar, brigar, empurrar, esfaquear. Devido a estas representações, notou-se que a violência psicológica é pouco percebida pelos discentes, visto não haver atos físicos visíveis e pela representação de que um professor não age com violência, tendo seus atos explicados e justificados como parte do processo de ensino, o que inclui as atitudes agressivas e humilhantes, em alguns casos, vindas deste profissional.
Bem-estar na escola e percepção da discriminação de gênero por meninas
Authors: Santos Benedito Rodrigues dos , Freitas Lêda Gonçalves de , Tuboiti Nair Cristina da Silva
Published: August 2023

Este artigo analisa, a partir da pesquisa “Ser Menina no Brasil”, o bem-estar na escola e a (pouca) percepção da discriminação de gênero por meninas de 6 a 14 anos. Foram utilizados os dados quantitativos da Amostra-Escola, que envolve 1.609 meninas, de 21 municípios brasileiros, referente à dimensão “Escola e Escolarização” e que aponta a percepção das meninas sobre a frequência às aulas, os motivos de faltar à escola, os níveis de aprovação e reprovação, a interrupção dos estudos, os motivos de expulsão, as tarefas escolares, as relações de gênero no contexto escolar e a satisfação e bem-estar na escola. A análise indicou uma percepção favorável ao bem-estar na escola e relações de gênero benéficas para as meninas. Estudos assim devem focar o contexto educativo, o qual possibilita a inserção e a construção de um lugar de pertencimento e a ruptura com uma cultura de desigualdade social que ainda mascara a exclusão.
Reproduction of Natural Resource Capital in the Framework of the Implementation of Vari-ous Priorities of Regional Socio-Economic Development
Authors: Polyakov V. V.
Published: August 2023

The use of cognitive modeling tools in the process of studying the influence of the dominants of regional socio-economic development on the parameters of reproduction of the natural resource capital of the territory is considered. Particular attention is paid to the implementation of this process in the agricultural sector, its relationship with the possibility of achieving the effect of resource decoupling.
Technical Support for the Creation and Updating of the Cartographic Basis of the Locality. The Prospect of Introducing Neural Networks Into the Process of Creating Digital Terrain Models
Authors: Tikhonova K. V. , Chepelev P. D. , Tikhonov D. A.
Published: August 2023

The technical support of the process of creating a cartographic basis for improving the efficiency of territorial management is considered. It is proved that digitalization of information about all management objects is based on the initially implemented stage of preparation of a digital model of terrain and relief. The effectiveness of management decisions depends on the detail and quality of the developed cartographic framework. The authors summarize the practical experience of using innovative technologies in the process of developing a cartographic framework, it is shown that the most promising direction here is the introduction of neural networks. The specifics of their application in the process of creating a digital model of terrain and relief are analyzed.
Project-Based Learning in Early Childhood Education in Serbia: First Experiences of Preschool Teachers
Authors: Stojanović Biljana J. , Ristanović Dušan , Živković Predrag , Džaferović Mirsada
Published: August 2023

The aim of the research was to examine the attitude of preschool teachers towards the implementation of project-based learning within the system of preschool education in the Republic of Serbia, with a special emphasis on the identification of its advantages and disadvantages. The research sample comprised 410 preschool teachers from 9 cities in Serbia. The findings showed that preschool teachers have a moderately positive attitude towards the benefits of the project-based learning for children and preschool teachers (M=4). The respondents also agree with all the statements from the questionnaire which relate to the difficulties in implementation of the project-based learning approach. A statistically significant difference among preschool teachers in relation to the academic level and length of work experience, occured only in case of one item, which is related to the lack of didactic materials (p=0,008; p=0.02).
Cyber-victimization and Its Impact on Victim’s Psychosomatic Status
Authors: Makarova Elena A. , Makarova Elena L.
Published: August 2023

Cyberbullying is an important issue to discuss and investigate. This study is a theoretical and empirical research aimed at proving cyber-victimization’s negative impact on psychosomatic health. A direct relationship between these two phenomena is that poor mood regulation in childhood entails dissatisfaction with surrounding world causing rage against weaker peers, victimization, which affects victims’ psychosomatic status. Methods used are literature analysis for the research and empirical part assessing aggressiveness in children (Buss-Darkey Inventory), their emotional state and psychosomatic health problems caused by victimization (authors’ questionnaire. As a result young victims’ psychosocial problems are seen as having negative consequences in later life. Because of these consequences, bullying becomes a hot topic and causes researchers, parents’, as well as school teachers and school psychologists’ concern. Cyberbullying will continue as long as electronic gadgets and communication devices are plugged in and used which is becoming an increasing problem due to dissemination of information, telecommunication technologies and the involvement of children and adolescents in the widespread digitalization of various spheres of life. In conclusion we recommend teachers and parents to develop understanding of cybervictimization, besides to pay attention to their children’s emotional intelligence development that should help them resist victimization and avoid health problems.