bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Habitat Utilization and Niche Partitioning in Starling Birds at Federal University Dutse, Nigeria
Authors: Sotayo Falilat Olatoro , Isah Ahmad Garba
Published: April 2024

The micro habitat or niche which a species occupies at a particular time in an ecosystem may give some clue to niche partitioning with  regards to such species in that ecosystem. This study aimed to assess habitat utilization patterns as cue to niche partitioning in starling  birds of Federal University Dutse. Point count bird census technique was used to survey starling bird at sixteen (16), randomly selected points, across various habitat types within the study location. All starling birds seen or heard were identified, counted and recorded. The  habitat or niche where they were sited was also noted. The R Statistical software, version 3.3 was used for data analysis. The result  showed that starling birds species diversity differed significantly by study area points (p < 0.001), habitat types (p < 0.05) and marginally by occurring niche (p = 0.06). Point 13 had the highest species diversity, habitat types consisting farmlands and buildings had the highest  species diversity and the highest starling diversity was observed on trees. Starling bird abundance on the other hand, differed  significantly across study points (p = 0.05) and marginally across occurring niches (p = 0.06). Starling bird abundance was highest at study  area point 5 and on trees.
Determination of Some Heavy Metals in Water and Sediment Samples from Maska Dam, Katsina State, Nigeria
Authors: Aminu Mustapha , Haruna Abbas Umar , Nataala Huzaifa Garba , Aminu Auwal
Published: April 2024

Water and sediment samples collected from Maska dam in dry and wet seasons were analysed for some heavy metals namely, Cd, Cu, Ni  and Zn. After sample digestion, micro-wave Plasma atomic absorption spectroscopy (MPAES) was used to determine the concentrations  of the metals. The concentrations were analysed statistically using one way analysis of variance (Anova). The levels of metals in water and  sediment were compared with local and international regulatory authorities. From the result of analysis, the concentrations of the  metals in (mg/L) were as follows: 0.03±0.01 for Cd, 0.186±0.003 for Cu, 0.19±0.005 for Ni and 0.193±0.003 for Zn, 0.027±0.002 for Cd,  0.057±0.002 for Cu, 0.114±0.002 for Ni and 0.141±0.001 for Zn in water samples in dry and wet seasons. Likewise, the concentration of the  metals in sediment in dry and wet seasons were, 0.0196±0.002 for Cd, 0.143±0.003 for Cu, 0.166±0.044 for Ni and 0.766±0.044mg/kg for Zn  in dry season. Similarly, 0.019±0.001 for Cd, 0.143±0.004 for Cu, 0.160±0.09 for Ni and 0.451±0.003mg/kg for Zn were obtained in wet  season. The concentrations of Cu and Zn were below the permissible limits of WHO/SON while Cd and Ni were above the permissible limit  of WHO/SON in water samples. However, the concentrations of all the metals were below the permissible limits of NOAA and  USEPA. The result of statistical analysis indicated no significant difference at P greater than 0.05 (P>0.05).
Ethnobotanical study of twenty species in the family Asteraceae in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria
Authors: Odelade E.T. , Olaleye-Otunla O.J. , Alabi D.M. , Ogunlowo I.I. , Folorunso A.E.
Published: April 2024

Ethnobotanical study was conducted on 20 plants belonging to 18 genera of the Asteraceae family. The aims of this research were to  explore the current ethnobotanical status of the identified plant species, document their indigenous utilization for diverse purposes  within the specific research area and assess the extent of Asteraceae plant usage by the local population. Data were collected through  semi-structured questionnaires and open-ended interview techniques with different categories of informants in the Ife Central Local  Government Area of IleIfe, Osun State, Nigeria. Demographic data of respondents were analyzed using a descriptive statistical method, providing understandings into their characteristics. The ethnobotanical survey results were subjected to quantitative analysis employing  several parameters. The Relative Frequency of Citation (RFC) was utilized to determine the prominence of plant species in terms of  citations. The Use Value (UV), Fidelity Level (FL), and Informant Consensus Factor (ICF) were employed to assess plant importance,  therapeutic efficacy, and consensus among informants, respectively. Ethnobotanical study of the selected Asteraceae plants revealed the traditional uses of these plants for diverse purposes for both humans and livestock. The average ICF value was 0.92, indicating a relatively  high consensus among the respondents. Ageratum conyzoides, Tithonia diversifolia, Aspilia africana, Launaea taraxacifolia and  Tridax procumbens were the most cited of all the species, hence their high RFC values. Fidelity Level (FL) had the highest value in Aspilia  africana, Tithonia diversifolia and Ageratum conyzoides while Acmella radicans had the lowest FL value. According to this study,  Ageratum conyzoides (0.10) and Launaea taraxacifolia (0.10) had the highest use value. The study concluded that the Asteraceae species  have several edible, ornamental and medicinal uses, which have not been explored extensively in the study area.
Bacteriological Analysis and Plasmid Profiles of Surfaces of Some Hospital Kitchen Equipment in Benin City, Nigeria
Authors: Isichei-Ukah O. B. , Ajuebor P. , Omogbai B. A.
Published: April 2024

The surfaces of hospital kitchen equipment could be a major source of transmission of resistant pathogens to patients. Hence, the objective of this paper was to assess the bacteriological and plasmid profiles of surfaces of tables, sinks, chopping-boards, gas cookers and freezer handles hospital kitchen equipment in Benin City, Nigeria using appropriate standard microbiological techniques. Bacterial plasmids were isolated and separated using the agarose gel electrophoresis. Plasmid curing was performed using acridine orange. The antimicrobial sensitivity pattern showed that the bacterial isolates exhibited varying degree of resistance to the antibiotics. Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa were highly resistant to the antibiotics, having multiple antibiotic resistances (MAR) index of 0.6. Micrococcus spp. and Klebsiella pneumoniae were the least resistant to the antibiotics. Plasmid analysis revealed the presence of single and multiple-banded plasmids with sizes ranging from 100-1000bp. After curing, all the isolates (except S. aureus, E. coli and P. aeruginosa) were sensitive to all the antibiotics, indicating a significant reduction in antibiotic resistance after curing. The results revealed that plasmids played a significant role in conferring resistance on the isolates. Regular cleaning and disinfection should be strictly observed in hospital kitchens to prevent outbreaks and spread of resistant pathogens in hospitals.
Green synthesis of iron (III) oxide (Fe3O4) Nanoparticles Using Citrus sinensis Peel Extract for the Removal of Ciprofloxacin in Water
Authors: Faruruwa M. D. , Adamu H. I. , Adeyemi M. M. , Tomori W. B.
Published: April 2024

Ciprofloxacin is a widely used antibiotic that can contaminate water sources and pose environmental and health risks. Therefore, the objective of this paper is to explore the green synthesis of iron (III) oxide nanoparticles using Citrus sinensis peel extract for the removal of ciprofloxacin in water using standard techniques. The adsorption of ciprofloxacin on the nanoparticles was investigated under different conditions, such as pH, initial concentration of adsorbate, contact time, and different adsorbent doses. The adsorption data were fitted to different isotherm and kinetic models to understand the adsorption mechanism and parameters. The results of characterization revealed the particles to be of nanocrystalline structure with a cubic crystal shape, negative surface charge, and a high thermal stability with elemental composition primarily of Fe and O; it has z- average of 42.60, with Fe-O bond at 693.30cm-1 and UV-Visible absorbance at 221nm.  The maximum adsorption capacity with ciprofloxacin was 29.21 mg/g (97.45%) at pH of 7 and room temperature of 25 °C. The results of the adsorption data indicated that the adsorption followed the Langmuir isotherm model and the pseudo-second-order kinetic model, suggesting a monolayer adsorption on a homogeneous surface with a finite number of identical sites. The synthesized nanoparticles showed a high efficiency and selectivity for the removal of ciprofloxacin from water, demonstrating it potential as an eco-friendly and low-cost adsorbent for water purification.
Preparation and Characterization of Periwinkle Shell Based Chitosan-Kenaf fibre Copolymer and its Derivatives for Selective Binding of Cu (II) and Zn (II) ions from Electroplating Effluent
Authors: Samuel A. E. , Kamba S. Y. , Samaila D. S. , Ilesanmi N. Y.
Published: April 2024

The levels of heavy metal in industrial waste streams, if not remediated before discharge to eco-system, could pose a threat to flora and fauna. The objective of this study was to evaluate the suitability of a novel adsorbent materials from periwinkle shell-based chitosan-kenaf fibre copolymer and its ethylene glycol diglycidyl ether crosslinked derivatives for the selective removal of Cu2+and Zn2+ from electroplating effluent using batch experimental protocol. Results showed that the crosslinked copolymers were more effective for the sorption of these metal ions from effluent solution with percentage sorption range of 76-87% and 84-93% for Cu2+ and Zn2+ respectively. Kinetic data depicts pseudo-second-order model fits for the adsorbent materials and confirm chemosorption as the mechanism for metal ion complexation with adsorbent surfaces. Based on R2 correlation values, sorption of the metal ions by the pristine adsorbent materials fit well with Langmuir isotherm model, in contrast, those for crosslinked adsorbent materials were best described by Freundlich isotherm model. The results present the adsorbent materials with auspicious potentials, especially the crosslinked derivatives, and stand them in exceptional good stead as suitable bioresource materials for column packing in waste abatement equipment for remediation of these metal ions from electroplating effluent solution.
Effect of Plant Spacing and Fertilizer Application on Growth and Yield of Bell Pepper (Capsicum annum) in Experimental Farm at Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
Authors: Falodun E. J. , Obuo O. B.
Published: April 2024

Optimum plant population, natural resources, such as nutrients, sunlight, soil moisture and efficient fertilization are some of the primary factors that ensure satisfactory growth and yield. Hence, the objective of this paper was to investigate the effect of plant spacing and fertilizer application on growth and yield of bell pepper (Capsicum annum) in experimental farm at Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria using appropriate standard techniques. Three levels of spacing (S1=30cm x 50cm, S2=40cm x 50cm and S3 =50cm x 50cm) and four different levels of fertilizer application (F0 = control, F1 = 20 t ha-1 poultry manure, F2 = 300 kg ha-1 NPK 15:15:15 and F3 = 150 kg ha-1 NPK 15:15:15 + 10 t ha-1 were adopted. The parameters measured were plant height, stem diameter, leaf area, number of leaves, number of branches, fresh fruit weight per plant, fresh fruit weight per plot, fruit diameter, fruit length, and number of flowers per plant, number of fruits per plant and fruit yield. The results showed that S3F1, (50cm x 50cm spacing + 20 t ha-1 poultry manure) had the highest plant height and stem diameter and S2F3, (40cm x 50cm spacing + 150 kg ha-1 NPK 15:15:15 and 10 t ha-1) had the highest fruit yield (1731.60 kg ha-1). The lowest yield (994.49 kg ha-1) was obtained at S1F0, (40cm x 50cm spacing + control). Therefore, farmers in this locality could grow bell pepper (Capsicum annum) at S2F3 for increased fruit yield.
Quantifying the Effect of Change in Rainfall Dynamics on Agricultural Output in Nigeria
Authors: Imandojemu K. , Iwayemi A. , Oyedele O.
Published: April 2024

Agricultural production has clearly gained acceptance, as a crucial approach to meeting the food consumption needs of Nigeria’s growing population as well as an important requirement for achieving food security. Hence, the objective of this paper is to quantify the effect of change in rainfall dynamics on agricultural output in Nigeria employing a Dynamic Computable General Equilibrium model and using data from the 2019 Social Accounting Matrix. The results revealed that rainfall shocks had an adverse effect on the four components of agricultural output considered such as crops, livestock, fishery and forestry in the short and long term. It also had a negative effect on aggregate agricultural output compared to the baseline scenario. Therefore, public policy towards investing heavily in rain harvesters cannot be overemphasized. There is the need for policy efforts towards targeted interventions that provide an enabling environment and the necessary infrastructures for private investments in agriculture, address climatic risks and build resilience among farmers.
Endoscopic ultrasound-guided tissue acquisition for the diagnosis of focal liver lesion
Authors: Tantău Alina , Sutac Cosmina , Pop Anamaria , Tantău Marcel
Published: April 2024

In patients with liver tumors, the histopathology examination can assist in diagnosis, staging, prognosis, and therapeutic management strategy. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided tissue acquisition using fine needle aspiration (FNA) or more newly fine needle biopsy (FNB) is a well-developed technique in order to evaluate and differentiate the liver masses. The goal of the EUS-FNA or EUS-FNB is to provide an accurate sample for a histopathology examination. Therefore, malignant tumors such as hepatocarcinoma, cholangiocarcinoma and liver metastasis or benign tumors such as liver adenoma, focal hyperplastic nodular tumors and cystic lesions can be accurately diagnosed using EUS-guided tissue acquisition. EUS-FNB using 19 or 22 Ga needle provide longer samples and a higher diagnostic accuracy in patients with liver masses when compared with EUS-FNA. Few data are available on the diagnostic accuracy of EUS-FNB when compared with percutaneously, ultrasound, computer tomography or transjugulary-guided liver biopsies. This review will discuss the EUS-guided tissue acquisition options in patients with liver tumors and its efficacy and safety in providing accurate samples. The results of the last studies comparing EUS-guided liver biopsy with other conventional techniques are presented. The EUS-guided tissue acquisition using FNB can be a suitable technique in suspected liver lesions in order to provide an accurate histopathology diagnosis, especially for those who require endoscopy.
ENCONTRO ENTRE FILOSOFIA E LITERATURA COMO FERRAMENTA PARA A COMPREENSÃO DA ALTERIDADE ANIMAL EM THE LIVES OF THE ANIMALS, DE J.M. COETZEE
Authors: Lopes João Francisco Justino , Bastos Martins Anderson
Published: April 2024

Este artigo pretende demonstrar que o encontro entre o discurso racional da filosofia e o discurso artístico da literatura pode produzir novas maneiras de apreensão da alteridade animal na obra The Lives of The Animals, de J. M. Coetzee. No romance, a protagonista defende que não é estritamente por meio da razão que entraremos em contato com a alteridade animal, mas também pela sensibilidade da poesia. Como alternativa a um pensamento essencialista, propõe-se, baseando-se na filosofia de Deleuze e Guattari (1995), uma ideia rizomática, centrada na imprevisibilidade dos devires como criação de identidades desterritorializadas, tanto dos corpos disciplinares da filosofia e da literatura, quanto dos corpos do humano e do animal.
IMAGENS LITERÁRIAS DO EXISTENCIALISMO EM HUIS CLOS, DE JEAN-PAUL SARTRE
Authors: Rocha Antonio Wagner Veloso , Corrêa Araújo Thamyris
Published: April 2024

Este artigo apresenta uma análise da peça teatral intitulada “Entre quatro paredes” (“Huis clos”), escrita por Jean-Paul Sartre em 1944, colocando-a em diálogo com aspectos significativos das suas concepções existencialistas. Assim, explicita ainda as diferentes compreensões sustentadas pelos estudiosos do conjunto da obra sartriana, corroborando com aquela que defende a presença de uma correspondência entre seus textos literários e seus textos filosóficos a partir do entendimento de que amboscumprem igualmente o papel de expor o seu pensamento sem supostas hierarquias ou subjugações entre eles. Para tanto, sintetiza o enredo que se desenrola ao longo da supracitada peça teatral, apontando nele a presença de conceitos caros à teoria de Sartre. Por fim, se propõe a mostrar como a interpretação da peça em análise pode ir para além daquela já conhecida, em que é tomada como alusão ao aspecto caótico da intersubjetividade humana.
SPECTROPHOTOMETRIC INVESTIGATION OF REDOX REACTION BETWEEN NAPHTHOL GREEN B AND THIOSULPHATE ION IN AQUEOUS ACID: KINETICS AND MECHANISTIC APPROACH METHOD
Authors: Myek B. , Anthony P. A. , Anweting I. B. , Adetoro A. , Anene A. I.
Published: April 2024

The kinetics of the redox reaction of naphthol green B (here and thereafter referred to as (NGB3-) with thiosulphate ion has been studied using spectrophotometer at constant ionic strength, I = 0.50 C2mol dm-3 (NaCl), ?H+? = 1.0 ? 10-4 mol dm-3 (HCl) and T = 21 ?1?C. The redox reaction showed a stoichiometry of 2:1 and rate equation for the reaction is: -d[NGB3-]/dt = (a + b[H+])[NGB3-][S2O32-]. The rate of reaction slightly increased with increase in [H+] in the range of (0.5 – 9.0) × 10?4 mol dm?3 investigated. Changes in the ionic strength of the reaction did not affect the rate of the reaction. This showed zero BrØnsted - Debye salt effect. The reaction shows a first order dependence on [oxidant] and [reductant]. Added anion on the reaction rate does not have effect on the rate of the reaction. Michaelis – Menten’s plot of 1/k1 versus 1/ S2O32- and spectrophotometric test suggest presence of an intermediate in the rate determining step. There was evidence of gel formation by the addition of acrylamide to reaction mixture followed by excess methanol. The results obtained suggest the presence of the formation of intermediate complex. Therefore, innersphere mechanism is proposed for this reaction.
POLYCYCLIC AROMATIC HYDROCARBON IN SEDIMENT, GROUND AND SURFACE WATER RESOURCES IN COASTAL AREAS OF ONDO STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Akinnifesi T. A. , Borokini F. B. , Adegun A.O. , Mafinuyomi E. , Olonisakin A. , Omodara N. B. , Oladoja N. A.
Published: April 2024

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are of global concern due to their harmful effect on the health of human and the environment. They are known as persistent organic pollutants and linked to severe health effects in humans and ecosystem. This study aimed to investigate the presence and types of these hydrocarbons including assessing their distributions in groundwater water, surface water and sediment in Igbokoda, Irele and Okitipupa coastal areas of Ondo State, Nigeria. The watersamples were extracted with liquid-liquid extraction while the sediment samples were extracted with an ultrasonic bath extractor. The extracts were cleaned with alumina as adsorbent and analyzed using a gas chromatograph coupled to a mass spectrometer. The results showed wide variations in the concentrations of the analytes of interest in the different matrices studied. The total mean concentration range of these pollutants in the samples from the well, borehole, surface water, and the sediment were: 0.15 ± 0.31, 0.11±0.52 to 0.90± 0.28, 0.05±0.02 to0.11±0.52 and 0.16±0.14 to0.21±0.17, respectively. The result revealed that the concentrations of most of these contaminants were higher than the maximum permissible limit of PAH in drinking water and sediment. The contamination level was higher in the borehole water source than the others. The study concluded that all the investigated matrices were contaminated with these pollutants. The study recommended the enactment of new laws of regulating activities leading to the emissions of these pollutants by the Nigerian government inorder to safeguard the environment and human health.
ANALISA PENGARUH KEPEMIMPINAN TERHADAP KUALITAS KERJA KARYAWAN PT. BANK MAYORA
Authors: Sendianto Sendianto , Saragih Bambang Ermansyah , Hendri Hendri
Published: April 2024

Companies in carrying out their business activities need to pay attention to internal and external aspects. Leadership is one of the internal aspects that affect the behavior of a company in carrying out business activities. Performance or performance is the result of work that can be achieved by a person or group of people in the organization, in accordance with their respective authorities and responsibilities. Quality of work is a result that can be measured by the effectiveness and efficiency of a job done by human resources or other resources in achieving the goals or objectives of the company well and efficiently. This shows that the leadership process is the main indicator in improving the quality of work of the employees themselves. The problem is that there is still a lack of harmony between superiors and subordinates and the lack of leadership styles in several companies, causing the performance or quality of work of employees to be disrupted and have a direct impact on the company. Based on this background, the research title "Analysis of the Influence of Leadership on the Quality of Work of PT. Mayora Bank.The results of the simple linear regression analysis of the correlation/relationship (R) summary model are 0.876. From the output, the coefficient of determination (R Square) is 0.767, which means that the influence of the independent variable (Leadership) on the dependent variable (Quality of Work of Employees) is 76.7% and the results of the T test show that the significance for the effect of X on Y is 0.000 0.05 and the t value is 10.581 t, so it can be seen that Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected, H1 is accepted and H2 is rejected. The conclusion of these results proves that there is a large influence and has a close relationship between leadership factors on the quality of work of employees of PT. Mayora Bank.Keywords: Leadership, Quality of Work
PENERAPAN ANALISIS SWOT DALAM MENINGKATKAN KINERJA KARYAWAN DI WINDOFA APPAREL
Authors: Sambo Andarias , Atmojo Kunto , Mawarni Sani , Zuhrias Mohammad Anno
Published: April 2024

Employee performance problems are closely related to the company's achievements, because employees are one of the main factors for the company in achieving the goals that have been set. The company's inability to improve the performance of its employees is an obstacle that must be faced by every company, including Windofa Apparel. This research is a qualitative descriptive study using the SWOT analysis method. Collecting data through literature and field studies with interview and observation techniques.“The results obtained are that the company's internal strengths and weaknesses are in an average internal position, while the company's external opportunities and threats are in a high external position. The position of the Windofa Apparel company is in cell II, namely in the growth strategy position which requires the company to choose a strategy that concentrates through horizontal integration. The strategy that can be used by Windofa Apparel in order to improve the performance of its employees is the SO (Strengths–Opportunities) strategy, actions that can be taken in the SO strategy include collaborating with other businesses, conducting performance development through company workshops for employees, and maximizing product promotions for both customers. new or old.Keywords: SWOT Analysis, Employee Performance
ANALISIS PENGARUH KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT DAN KEPUASAN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN KOPERASI TELKOMSEL (KISEL) JAKARTA SELATANALITAS PELAYANAN TERHADAP PRESTASI KERJA KARYAWAN PADA LAYANAN (KUKM) KOPERASI DAN USAHA KECIL DAN MENENGAH
Authors: Sendianto Sendianto , Saragih Bambang Ermansyah
Published: April 2024

This study aims to determine and analyze the effect of Knowledge Management and Job Satisfaction on the performance Telkomsel Cooperative Employees (KISEL) of SouthJakarta. The results of this study prove that the role of human resources in the organization isimportant for the survival and development of the organization. The method used is quantitative, respondents' answers to questionnaires related to Knowledge Management and Job Satisfaction on the Performance Telkomsel CooperativeEmployees (KISEL) of South Jakarta on average provide an overview that the observedvariables show things that are already good. From the results of the processing of thequestionnaire, it is known that from a total of 30 respondents. The questionnaire was madeusing a Likert scale. The analysis technique used includes multiple regression test,correlation test, determination test, partial hypothesis testing and simultaneous hypothesistesting and coefficient of determination test using SPSS 25. The results show that partiallyand simultaneously Knowledge Management and job satisfaction have a significant effect onEmployee Performance Telkomsel Cooperative (KISEL) South Jakarta.
HUBUNGAN TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT (TQM) DAN KEDISIPLINAN TERHADAP PRODUKTIVITAS KERJA PEGAWAI PADA PT. KARYA BAHARI ABADI
Authors: Budiasih Yenny , Januarianto Benedictus Tri , Wahyu Edi Riesnandar , Yahdi Muhammad , Subur Asep
Published: April 2024

Time Quality Management (TQM) adalah strategi manajemen yang ditujukan untuk menanamkan kesadaran kualitas pada semua proses dalam organisasi. Sedangkan produktivitas merupakan suatu hasil kerja dari seorang pegawai. Hasil kerja ini merupakan suatu proses bekerja dari seseorang dalam pekerjaanya. Sebagaimana diketahui bahwa setiap organisasi, baik yang bergerak dalam bidang bisnis maupun non bisnis memanfaatkan sumber daya yang terbatas untuk memperoleh hasil sesuai yang direncanakan.Tujuan dalam penelitian ini adalah: 1) Untuk mengetahui hubungan total quality management (TQM) dengan produktivitas kerja pegawai. 2) Untuk mengetahui hubungan disiplin dengan produktivitas kerja pegawai. 3) Untuk mengetahui hubungan total quality management (TQM) dan disiplin secara bersama-sama dengan produktivitas kerja pegawai.Jenis penelitian yang dilakukan adalah penelitian deskriptif dengan menggunakan metode survey, metode penentuan sampel yang digunakan adalah metode sampel jenuh, dengan demikian sampel yang diteliti sebanyak 20 orang yakni Pegawai PT. Karya Bahari Abadi.Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa: 1) Terdapat hubungan variabel (X1) dengan variabel (Y). Terbukti diperoleh nilai korelasi (rhitung) untuk variabel (X1) yang lebih tinggi dari nilai rtabel yaitu 0.887 0.444, dapat disimpulkan bahwa secara parsial variabel (X1) berhubungan dengan variabel (Y). 2) Terdapat hubungan variabel (X2) dengan variabel (Y). Terbukti diperoleh nilai korelasi (rhitung) untuk variabel (X2) yang lebih tinggi dari nilai rtabel yaitu 0.684 0.44, dapat disimpulkan bahwa secara parsial variabel (X2) berhubungan dengan variabel (Y). 3) Terdapat hubungan variabel (X1) dan variabel (X2) secara bersama-sama dengan variabel (Y). Terbukti diperoleh dari hasil uji ANOVA atau fhitung lebih besar dari nilai ftabel yaitu 108.133 3.10. Sedangkan nilai R sebesar 0.963 artinya bahwa variabel (X1) dan variabel (X2)  memiliki hubungan sebesar 96.3% dengan variabel (Y) sedangkan sisanya sebesar 3.7% berhubungan dengan faktor lain yang tidak diteliti oleh penulis dalam penelitian ini.
MANAJEMEN STRATEGI MENINGKATKAN JUMLAH PENGUNJUNG WISATA DIENG KABUPATEN WONOSOBO DI MASA PANDEMI
Authors: Rahman Haris Aulia
Published: April 2024

Tujuan tulisan ini dibuat untuk memberikan pemahaman tentang pentingnya potensi wisata sebagai daya tarik wisata dan menjadi tempat belajar atau sarana edukasi yang menyenangkan dan mengetahui manajemen strategi yang diterapkan Dinas Pariwisata dan Kebudayaan Kabupaten Wonosobo untuk meningkatkan jumlah pengunjung saat masa pandemi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metodologi kualitatif dengan menerapkan pendekatan kualitatif deskripsi beberapa artikel relevan dalam pengumpulan data dan informasi serta menyesuaikan permasalahan yang diambil yaitu data yang didapatkan berdasarkan pengamatan lokasi, kajian pustaka dan kajian dokumen. Dengan mengunjungi Dinas Pariwisata dan Kebudayaan kabupaten Wonosobo diharapkan dapat menjadi tolak ukur dan evaluasi dalam peningkatan daya Tarik obyek wisata di Dieng Kabupaten Wonosobo. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa minat masyarakat untuk berkunjung ke destinasi wisata Dieng di masa pandemi ini masih kurang sehingga manajemen pengelola dan Dinas Pariwisata dan Kebudayaan harus melakukan beberapa strategi untuk meningkatkan jumlah pengunjung. Strategi- strategi yang telah dilakukan adalah membuat program-program publik, membuat daya Tarik baru, obyek wisata baru agara pengunjung tidak bosan dengan destinasi yang sudah ada, menyiapkan tenaga SDM yang terlatih.
SISTEM REKRUTMEN DAN MOTIVASI KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI PT BANK NEGARA INDONESIA (PERSERO) TBK KANTOR CABANG PEMBANTU (KCP) WISMA BUMIPUTERA JAKARTA
Authors: Subur Asep , Suhardi Suhardi , Amsohi Amsohi , Suryanto Dwi , Zuhrias Mohammad Anno , Sembada Gada
Published: April 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui Pengaruh Sistem Rekrutmen Dan Motivasi Kerja Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk Kantor Cabang Pembantu (KCP) Wisma Bumiputera Jakarta.Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian dengan metode analisis regresi linier berganda untuk mengetahui tingkat hubungan antara variable independen  yaitu Sistem Rekrutmen (X1) dan Motivasi Kerja (X2) dengan variable dependen yaitu Kinerja Pegawai (Y). Bahan penelitian diambil dari hasil penyebaran kuesioner yang berjumlah 61 pegawai dengan teknik pengambilan sampel dari populasi berjumlah 153 pegawai.Hasil penelitian Analisis Regresi Linear Berganda dapat diartikan bahwa diperoleh nilai konstanta sebesar 2,155, sedangkan nilai koefisien arah regresi untuk Sistem Rekrutmen (X1) sebesar 0,149 dan untuk Motivasi Kerja (X2) sebesar 0,767. Sedangkan nilai ttabel yang diperoleh sebesar 1,670 dengan tarif signifikan 5% pada uji dua sisi. Dengan demikian diperoleh thitung ttabel atau 2,144 1,670  untuk X1 dan 12,211 1,670 untuk X2. Hal ini menunjukan bahwa koefisien regresi antara variabel Sistem Rekrutmen dan Motivasi Kerja berpengaruh terhadap Kinerja Pegawai PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk KCP Wisma Bumiputera Jakarta. .Hasil  perhitungan dengan menggunakan SPSS v.25.0 bahwa hasil Uji Koefisien Determinasi (R Square)  sebesar 0,831 dan koefisien determinasi yang telah disesuaikan (Adjusted R Square) sebesar 0,548 artinya bahwa Sistem Rekrutmen dan Motivasi Kerja berpengaruh terhadap Kinerja Pegawai sebesar 54,8 % sedangkan sisanya sebesar 45,2% dipengaruhi oleh variabel lain diluar model yang digunakan oleh penulis. Sedangkan, hasil Uji F-test menunjukan bahwa nilai signifikannya sebesar 0,000 dimana angka tersebut lebih kecil 0,1 ini berarti variabel independen (Sistem Rekrutmen dan Motivasi Kerja) berpengaruh positif secara signifikan terhadap variabel dependen (Kinerja Pegawai).Dengan demikian, Sistem Rekrutmen dan Motivasi Kerja berpengaruh sebesar 54,8 % dan berpengaruh secara bersama terhadap kinerja pegawai PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk Kantor Cabang Pembantu (KCP) Wisma Bumiputera Jakarta.
Optimization of the Product Yields of the Pyrolysis of Palm Kernel Shell in a Fixed-Bed Reactor Using Response Surface Methodology (RSM)
Authors: O. O. Joseph , A. O. Akinola , T. I. Ogedengbe , B. O. Akinnuli
Published: April 2024

Pyrolysis is a method used for the thermochemical conversion of biomass and agro wastes into three major by-products namely, biochar, bio-oil, and biogas in the absence of oxygen. Global waste generation is increasing at an alarming rate. Palm kernel shell (PKS) is among the palm wastes accumulating in many palm oil mills around the globe with the attendant problems in waste management. The utilization of coal for energy generation is more expensive and not environmentally friendly. Bio-oil refineries and industries require the utilization of minimum resources (input) to achieve optimal response (output) in the production process. However, more than 30% of the energy content derivation from the pyrolysis process is wasted due to nonoptimization of the process parameters. This study investigated the optimization of the product yields of the pyrolysis of PKS in a fixed-bed batch reactor using response surface methodology (RSM). Masses of 1 kg, 2 kg, and 3 kg were pyrolyzed in batches at process temperature variations of 200 OC, 300 OC, 400 OC, and 500 OC. Design Expert 12 software (Version 12.0.3.0 Stat-Ease Inc. MN, USA) and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) were used for the statistical analysis. Lack-of-fit, adjusted, and predicted multiple correlation coefficients and coefficient of variation of the different polynomial models were compared to select the best-fitting polynomial model. The optimal feedstock parameters were 2.66 kg of PKS and 410.0 OC process temperature. The predicted results were 0.986 kg of biochar, 1.205 kg of bio-oil, 0.481 kg of biogas, 1116.5 cm3 of bio-oil, and 140.6 minutes. The experimental results were 0.894 kg of biochar, 1.316 kg of bio-oil, 0.498 kg of biogas, 1208.9 cm3 of bio-oil, and at 162.8 minutes through validation. The validated quadratic model was suitable for the optimization and RSM is a numerical, statistical, and mathematical tool for modeling and optimization of the pyrolysis process in a fixed-bed batch reactor.
The Potential of Cassava Starch to Improve the Quality of Artificial Nori Made from Green Grass Jelly Leaves and Papaya
Authors: Mulyani Sri , Budi M Abduh Setya , Nurwantoro  , Rizki Lutfindar
Published: April 2024

Artificial nori is a dry sheet food product resembling nori made from materials other than seaweed. In this study, nori was made from green grass jelly and papaya. The quality of artificial nori can be influenced by its binding material. Cassava starch has potential as a binder in making analog nori. This study aims to determine the potential of cassava starch to improve the quality of artificial nori made from green grass jelly leaves in terms of moisture content, total dissolved solids, water absorption capacity, texture, and sensory quality. The addition of 5% cassava starch to artificial nori made from grass jelly and papaya leaves reduced the total dissolved solids, water absorption capacity and hard texture of artificial nori, but had no effect on other sensory properties. Cassava starch has the potential to improve the texture of artificial nori so that it is drier but not too brittle
Article RETRACTED due to manipulation by the authors The Effect of Training Method and Coordination on First Ball Receiving Skills in Sepaktakraw
Authors: Yudanto Yudanto , Pratama Kukuh Wahyudin
Published: April 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of the practice of passing through the wall individually and in pairs, high coordination and low coordination, the interaction effect between the practices of passing through the wall individually and in pairs and coordination (high and low) on the skills of receiving the first ball in the sepak takraw. This study is an experimental study using a 2 x 2 design. The research subjects were 24 student athletes of the PSTI Club, Sleman Regency. The data collection instrument used a measurement test. Data analysis using two-way Anova (Two Way Anova). The results showed that (1) there was a significant difference in the effect between the individual and paired methods of passing through the wall on the skills of receiving the first ball in the sepak takraw game. The practice method of passing to the wall in pairs is higher compared to the practice of passing to the wall individually on the skill of receiving the first ball in the sepak takraw game; (2) there is a significant difference in the effect of high coordination and low coordination on the skills of receiving the first soccer takraw ball. Athletes who have high coordination are better than low coordination on the skill of receiving the first takraw ball; and (3) there is a significant interaction between the individual and paired method of passing through the wall and coordination (high and low) on the skills of receiving the first ball of sepak takraw.
Keywords: training method, coordination, the ability to receive the first ball.
Los primeros auxilios en los currículos de Educación Física en la Educación Secundaria Obligatoria: Comparativa entre comunidades autónomas (First Aid in Physical Education in the Compulsory Secondary Education Curriculum: A Comparative Analysis Among Autonomous Communities)
Authors: Ruibal-Lista Brais , Diez-Fernández Pelayo , Palacios-Aguilar José , López-García Sergio
Published: April 2024

Los primeros auxilios están presentes en el sistema educativo español desde hace más de 30 años, adquiriendo importancia en las dos últimas leyes educativas. En este trabajo se analiza su presencia en la legislación educativa vigente. Se ha realizado un análisis de la presencia de los contenidos de primeros auxilios y soporte vital básico (SVB) presentes en los currículos autonómicos de educación secundaria obligatoria (ESO) en España. Todas las comunidades autónomas incorporan los primeros auxilios de manera similar a lo establecido en el Real Decreto que establece los contenidos mínimos. En el primer ciclo de la ESO los contenidos están enfocados a aprender el protocolo de SVB, el número de emergencias y el protocolo PAS (Proteger, Alertar y Socorrer). En el segundo ciclo, estos son más complejos, incluyendo las maniobras RCP, Heimlich y el uso del desfibrilador externo automático (DEA). Existen investigaciones que recomiendan comenzar el aprendizaje de los primeros auxilios con contenidos sencillos en educación primaria e ir aumentando la complejidad a lo largo de toda la etapa educativa, por lo que, aunque los contenidos planteados en la educación secundaria no son inadecuados, quizás algunos de ellos son propios de la etapa anterior, la Educación Primaria.
Palabras Clave: Soporte vital básico, educación física, accidentes, emergencias, reanimación cardiopulmonar, currículo.
Abstract.  First aid has been part of the Spanish educational system for over 30 years, gaining prominence in the last two educational laws. This study examines its presence in the current educational legislation. An analysis has been conducted on the inclusion of first aid and basic life support (BLS) content in the autonomous curricula of compulsory secondary education (ESO) in Spain. All autonomous communities incorporate first aid in a manner similar to that stipulated in the Royal Decree that establishes the minimum contents. In the first cycle of ESO, the contents focus on learning the BLS protocol, the emergency number, and the PAS protocol (Protect, Alert, and Assist). In the second cycle, these become more complex, including CPR maneuvers, the Heimlich maneuver, and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). There are studies that recommend initiating the learning of first aid with simple content in primary education and gradually increasing the complexity throughout the entire educational stage. Therefore, while the contents proposed in secondary education are not inappropriate, some of them might be more suitable for the previous stage, namely, Primary Education.
Keywords: Basic life support, physical education, accidents, emergencies, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, curriculum.
Penerapan Etika Jurnalistik Pada Produksi Videografi Kompas Tv Riau
Authors: Ardesaputra Aditya Aviciena , . Defhany
Published: April 2024

This research focuses on the lack of application of the journalistic code of ethics at Kompas TV Riau, especially on the YouTube platform. The goal is to analyze the implementation of the code of ethics in the practice of journalists. The benefits include theoretical, practical, and academic contributions in understanding journalistic ethics at Kompas TV Riau as well as a reference for future research.The research used descriptive qualitative methods with the location at Kompas TV Riau Office. Informants were selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected through interviews, observation, and literature study. Data analysis used Miles and Huberman techniques. Data validity was verified through source triangulation to ensure its validity and reliability.Based on interviews with Kompas TV Riau informants, the station applies the motto "Independent and Trustworthy" consistently in journalistic tasks. This commitment is reflected in all aspects of the work, from the selection of sources to the editing process. The importance of complying with the journalistic code of ethics emphasizes awareness of social responsibility and moral principles in presenting accurate and objective information.This research successfully evaluated Journalistic Ethics towards Visual Communication Videography at Kompas TV Pekanbaru. Interviews with the editor-in-chief, coordinators, reporters, and editors showed a commitment to independence and accuracy of information. Kompas TV Riau complies with the journalistic code of ethics, maintains integrity, and builds public trust in the information conveyed through visual videography communication.
Pengaruh Kepemilikan Institusional, Transfer Pricing, dan Sales Growth terhadap Tax Avoidance
Authors: Nindiana Okta Auliya  , Juli Ratnawati  , Enny Susilowati Mardjono  , Ratna Herawati
Published: April 2024

This research uses a quantitative approach aimed at determining the influence of institutional ownership, transfer pricing, and sales growth on tax avoidance in energy companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2019-2022. The population in this research is all energy companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2019-2022. The sampling technique used purposive sampling technique which resulted in a total sample of 14 companies and a total of 56 data. The analysis technique uses multiple linear regression analysis. The research results conclude that institutional ownership has a negative effect on tax avoidance. Meanwhile, transfer pricing and sales growth have no influence on tax avoidance.
Pengaruh Online Customer Review , Online Customer Rating , Diskon Flashsale dan Kemudahan Transaksi terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Pada Marketplace Shopee
Authors: Azizah Fitriani Alimuddin Rizal
Published: April 2024

This research aims to identify whether there is an influence of online customer reviews, online customer ratings, flash sale discounts, and ease of transaction methods on a consumer's decision to purchase a product on the Shopee market. The type of this research itself is quantitative descriptive with analytical methods. multiple linear analysis using SPSS software. Data collection in this research was c arried out by creating a questionnaire via Google Form. The population of this research is all people in the city of Semarang who have made purchases on the Shopee marketplace, with a sample size of 100 respondents obtained using a purposive sampling technique. After carrying out this research the results obtained were the variables online customer review, online customer rating and ease of transaction. has a positive and significant influence on purchasing decisions on the Shopee marketplace. However, the flashsale discount variable shows that there is no positive influence or in other words it has no effect and is also not significant on purchasing decisions on the Shopee marketplace.
PERKEMBANGAN INDUSTRI PERBANKAN DI ERA DIGITAL
Authors: Eri Zulfahmi  , Rita Lilisdar  , Pretty Ferdianti  , Cut Nurita  , Dela Fika Puspita
Published: April 2024

Revolusi Industri 4.0 menghadirkan kesempatan bagi sektor perbankan Indonesia untuk menjadi lebih kreatif dan menawarkan layanan terkemuka kepada semua konsumen. Bank didorong untuk beralih ke era layanan perbankan digital melalui inovasi layanan dalam penggunaan teknologi informasi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memastikan kemajuan Indonesia dalam pengembangan sektor perbankan digital. Masalah yang signifikan bagi industri perbankan adalah pertumbuhan cepat teknologi perbankan digital. Sektor perbankan, sektor layanan yang berkembang yang berpotensi mendorong pertumbuhan ekonomi Indonesia, dihadapkan dengan dua opsi: baik menggunakan teknologi digital untuk memastikan bahwa bank berkembang, atau tetap konvensional dan secara bertahap.
PENGETAHUAN NASABAH TERHADAP PRINSIP PRODUK PEMBIAYAAN PADA BANK ACEH SYARIAH CABANG PEMBANTU ALUE BILIE
Authors: Fera Santika
Published: April 2024

Masyarakat Alue Bilie yang mayoritas dianut yakni ajaran Islam sebagai jangkauan Bank Aceh Cabang Pembantu Alue Bilie menggunakan prinsip bank syariah sesuai dengan syariat islam. Akan tetapi pada pengambilan keputusan menggunakan bank syariah ada dua indikator oleh nasabah. Tingkat pengetahuan nasabah yang diperoleh melalui informasi-informasi yang pertama dan yang kedua dipengaruhi oleh promosi-promosi yang dijalankan oleh Bank Aceh Syariah. Tujuan yang hendak dicapai untuk mengetahui pengetahuan nasabah terhadap prinsip produk pembiayaan di pada Bank Aceh Syariah Cabang Pembantu Alue Bilie. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif. Dalam penentuan subjek penelitian penulis menggunakan teknik purposive sampling. Teknik pengumpulan data ditempuh dengan metode wawancara dan dokumentasi. Analisis yang dilakukan dengan tahapan mereduksi data, mendisplay data, dan menarik kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengetahuan nasabah terhadap prinsip produk pembiayaan yang ada di Bank Aceh Syariah Cabang Pembantu Alue Bilie diperoleh melalui informasi dan promosi yang dilakukan oleh bank. Informasi-informasi yang didapatkan oleh nasabah melalui pegawai bank yang langsung memberikan menjelaskan mengenai prinsip-pinsip produk pembiayaan yang ada di bank ketika nasabah hendak melakukan transaksi pembiayaan. Nasabah juga mendapatkan informasi melalui nasabah lain yang telah duluan melakukan transaksi dan dari rekan-rekan kerja di kantor atau ditempat nasabah berkerja. Pengetahuan mengenai prinsip produk pembiayaan juga didapatkan nasabah melalui promosi-promosi yang dilakukan oleh pihak bank Aceh Syariah Cabang Alue Bilie. Promosi-promosi yang dilakukan oleh bank dalam bentuk baliho, spanduk, media sosial stori WA, dan video iklan di dalam ruang tunggu bank. Promosi tersebut merupakan marketing produk yang dilakukan oleh bank untuk memberikan informasi-informasi mengenai produk pembiayaan yang ada di bank.
PERSEPSI NASABAH TERHADAP PEMBIAYAAN KUR SETELAH MERGER TIGA BANK SYARIAH DI KECAMATAN KUALA KABUPATEN NAGAN RAYA
Authors: Mia Novita Wilanda  , Inayatillah  , Nina Eka Putri
Published: April 2024

Salah satu bentuk dukungan beberapa bank konvensional terhadap kebijakan Qanun No. 11 Tahun 2018 dengan melaksanakan kegiatan secara syariah secara bertahap yang akhirnya menggabungkan bank konvensional menjadi bank syariah. Salah satu konsekuensi yang patut diperhitungkan akibat adanya merger adalah dampak yang dirasakan oleh nasabah yaitu pengguna jasa dari pihak perbankan, salah satunya nasabah KUR. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini akan mengkaji tentang bagaimana persepsi nasabah terhadap pembiayaan KUR setelah merger tiga bank syariah di Kecamatan Kuala Kabupaten Nagan Raya. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif dengan teknik wawancara sebagai teknik pengumpulan datanya. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, ditemukan bahwa persepsi nasabah menunjukkan pendapat yang positif dan negatif terhadap pembiayaan KUR setelah merger tiga bank syariah baik dari nasabah eks bank-bank sebelumnya maupun nasabah yang baru bergabung.  Kemudian, ada beberapa kendala yang ditemukan, 1)  kurangnya penanganan mengenai pembiayaan KUR yang masih bermasalah, 2) untuk nasabah yang sudah menyelesaikan pelunasan pembiayaan KUR kurang mendapat sosialisasi dari pihak bank., dan 3) bank yang baru beroperasi rawan mengalami gangguan sehingga masyarakat terkadang enggan beralih ke Bank BSI.