bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Examining Regional Polycentricity: Does It Really Matter in Transitional Russia?
Authors: Krasnoselskaya Dina Kh.
Published: June 2021

n the normative agenda of European countries, polycentricity is considered a desirable spatial form for encouraging regional competitiveness and territorial cohesion. Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, Russian regions have undergone various reforms aimed at reducing tremendous social-economic differentiation, but the results of applied strategic plans were moderate. According to the existing Spatial Development Strategy of the Russian Federation, polycentric patterns are encouraged to increase the quality of economic space and its connectivity. Using statistical data from 2017 for 271 Russian municipalities, the research addresses the impact of socio-economic determinants and road infrastructure on the spatial structure. The Republic of Bashkortostan and six adjacent regions served as a case study. Conducted regression analysis identified key variables that influence polycentricity, upon which global and local Moran’s indexes were calculated to reveal the potential for intraregional cooperation. Research findings showed that polycentricity in its morphologic nature is positively determined by economic variables (namely, the value of shipped goods, performed works and services) and social infrastructure (the number of doctors per 10 000 inhabitants) while spatial autocorrelation is weak both within and beyond regional boundaries. The results may be used for formulating regional policies, infrastructure programmes, and spatial planning.
Meso-level Model of the Effect of Information and Communication Resources on the Economic Development of Russian Regions
Authors: Bartov Oleg B. , Tretyakova Elena A.
Published: June 2021

The economic problems of the digital age require resolution at all stages, including the meso-level. The article presents results of a study conducted across Russian regions to determine quantitative indicators of the impact of information and communication resources on their economic development. The research aims to assess this effect from the perspective of a systematic approach. To this end, a typology of economic activities is compiled, a meso-level model of influence is developed, then the model is evaluated. A hypothesis concerning the multidirectional effect of external information and communication resources on the gross regional product is advanced and confirmed. From a theoretical perspective, the research takes a spatio-temporal approach derived from the system paradigm. In order to obtain unbiased estimates of the elasticity values, we evaluated the approximation of the meso-level model using the non-regularized least squares method. The results of the study can be used to determine regional strategies for the development of information and communication resources. The significanc e o f th e obtaine d result s ca n be enhanced by increasing the sample size of the official state statistics used as source data. The work concludes by recommending the development and retention of labour resources in the field of information and communication in order to optimise regional economic development by maximising the obtained indicators.
Kabin Tipi Bir Ofisin Kış İklimlendirmesinde Hız ve Sıcaklık Dağılımının Sayısal İncelenmesi
Authors: YAVUZ Muhammed , YILDIZ Cengiz , ÇAKMAK Gülşah
Published: June 2021

Çalışma ofisi ortamlarında, gerekli konfor koşulları sağlanarak insanların rahat olabilmesi insanların sağlık ve iş performansı bakımdan önem arz etmektedir. Uygulamada bu şartların en verimli bir şekilde gerçekleştirilmesi açından iklimlendirme sistemlerinin uygun tasarlanması zorunlu olmaktadır. Bu nedenle bu çalışmada, kış ayları için istenilen hava hızları ve sıcaklık dağılımları için menfezlerin en verimli konumu FLUENT-ANSYS programı ile simüle edilerek araştırılmış ve sonuçlar gözlemlenmiştir. Bu amaçla kabin tipi ofis için üfleme ve emme menfezi yerleşimleri için dört farklı model oluşturulmuştur. Her model için iklimlendirilmiş havanın ofise giriş hızları 0.5 m/s, 1 m/s, ve 2 m/s alınarak belirlenen dış hava ortalama sıcaklıklarına göre analizler yapılmıştır. Analizde her model için sıcaklık ve hız dağılımları belirlenmiştir. Çalışmanın sonucunda kabin tipi ofisler için en uygun iklimlendirmenin tavandan üfleme ve yan duvarlarda emme menfezlerinin olduğu tasarım olduğu görülmüştür.
Aktivitas Antibakteri Ekstrak Sargassum plagyophyllum terhadap Bakteri Listeria monocytogenes dan Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Authors: Sidauruk Santhy W , Ira Sari N , Diharmi Andarini , Arif Ilman
Published: June 2021

Bakteri Listeria monocytogenes dan Pseudomonas aeruginosa merupakan bakteri patogen yang harus dihambat atau dibunuh pertumbuhannya menggunakan senyawa antibakteri. Sargassum sp. merupakan salah satu jenis rumput laut cokelat yang memiliki komponen senyawa bioaktif yang dapat berperan sebagai antibakteri. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memperoleh komponen bioaktif dan aktivitas antibakteri ekstrak Sargassum plagyophyllum. Penelitian ini terdiri dari maserasi rumput laut S. plagyophyllum dan karakterisasi ekstrak yang meliputi screening fitokimia dan analisis antibakteri gram positif dan negatif pada konsentrasi ekstrak yang berbeda yaitu 2, 4, dan 6% w/v. Ekstrak metanol S. plagyophyllum memiliki rendemen 1,32±0,04% dan mengandung senyawa bioaktif alkaloid, steroid, saponin, dan fenolik. Jika dilihat dari aktivitas antibakteri, diperoleh bahwa ekstrak S. plagyophyllum memiliki zona hambat terhadap bakteri gram positif (L. monocytogenes) dan bakteri gram negatif (P. aeruginosa), namun diameter penghambatan pertumbuhan bakteri gram negatif (6,67±0,58 mm) lebih besar dibandingkan dengan bakteri gram positif (4,67±0,58 mm) pada konsentrasi ekstrak tertinggi (6%).
Karakteristik Fraksi Aktif Biopigmen Fukosantin Rumput Laut Cokelat sebagai Antioksidan dan UV-protector
Authors: Abdullah Asadatun , Nurjanah Nurjanah , Irma Suryani Nasution Ade
Published: June 2021

Rumput laut cokelat Padina sp. dan Sargassum sp. mengandung pigmen, di antaranya pigmen fukosantin sebagai antioksidan, antikarsinogenik, dan anti-UV. Tujuan penelitian ini menentukan konsentrasi pelarut aseton optimal mendapatkan rendemen fukosantin tertinggi dengan antiokisidan, total fenol, dan nilai SPF terbaik, serta mengidentifikasi profil senyawa dengan LC-MS/MS. Tahapan penelitian yaitu perendaman dalam DMSO 10% lalu diekstrak dengan pelarut aseton 80% dan 90%. Analisis antioksidan metode DPPH, FRAP, dan ABTS dengan hasil berturut-turut yaitu Padina sp. sebesar 153,55 ppm, 94,22 μmol Fe2+/g, 66,43 ppm (aseton 80%) dan 65,76 ppm, 93,11 μmol Fe2+/g, 78,33 ppm (aseton 90%); Sargassum sp. sebesar 131,37 ppm, 103,67 μmol Fe2+/g, 57,29 ppm (aseton 80%) dan 103,24 ppm, 71,72 μmol Fe2+/g, 61,45 ppm (aseton 90%). Total fenol pada Padina sp. sebesar 675,48 mg GAE/g (aseton 80%) dan 852,90 mg GAE/g (aseton 90%); Sargassum sp. sebesar 565,81 mg GAE/g (aseton 80%) dan 135,16 mg GAE/g (aseton 90%). Nilai SPF konsentrasi optimal 50 mg/mL yaitu Padina sp. sebesar 9,08 (aseton 80%) dan 17,10 (aseton 90%); Sargassum sp. sebesar 7,56 (aseton 80%) dan 3,56 (aseton 90%). Aseton 80% adalah pelarut optimal menghasilkan fraksi aktif fukosantin terbaik dengan rendemen, antioksidan, total fenol, dan nilai SPF tertinggi.
Studi komparasi model grup investigation dan problem based learning dalam meningkatkan critical thinking skill siswa SMA
Authors: Krisnawati Adi Widya , Wirahayu Yuswanti Ariani , Suharto Yusuf
Published: June 2021

Kemampuan berpikir kritis dapat dicapai dengan model yang tepat, beberapa diantaranya menggunakan model Group Investigation dan Problem Based Learning. Berdasarkan kelebihan kedua model maka penulis meneliti perbedaan hasil Group Investigation dengan Problem Based Learning terhadap kemampuan berpikir kritis dan mencari tahu manakah yang lebih tinggi. Rancangan penelitian menggunakan metode eksperimen semu, pelaksanaanya dengan nonequivalent control group design. Subjek penelitian adalah siswa kelas X MA Nurul Ulum Malang. Kelas eksperimen 2 (X IIS 3) perlakuan Problem Based Learning dan kelas eksperimen 2 (X IIS 4) perlakuan Group Investigation. Hasil analisis data diketahui bahwa rata-rata gain score di kelas eksperimen 1 adalah 34,60, sedangkan kelas eksperimen 2 adalah 27,05. Analisis menggunakan uji Independent t-test diperoleh nilai signifikansi sebesar 0,045 < 0,050 maka H0 ditolak, membuktikan bahwa ada perbedaan kedua model pembelajaran terhadap kemampuan berpikir kritis.
Dampak adanya Kampung Warna–Warni Malang bagi perubahan sosial dan dinamika masyarakat setempat
Authors: Sanah B. F. , Nafisah I. W. , Fibrianto Alan Sigit
Published: June 2021

Social change becomes a necessity in people's life. Social change also has an impact on the dynamics of society. The existence of Colorful Village in Malang City also has an impact on social change and community dynamics. This study used a descriptive qualitative method. The data techniques used were interviews and observation. The research location was conducted in Jodipan Colorful Village, Malang City, East Java, Indonesia. The research informants selected were 7 informants from the traders who were the original inhabitants of the village. The results showed that the existence of Jodipan Colorful Village had a significant impact on the lives of the local community. The existing social change process is social change and desired social change. Where the community can feel the positive impact of the Jodipan Colorful Village. Over time, the existence of the village also has an influence on community dynamics, such as the use of technology and the development of community knowledge.

Perubahan sosial menjadi sebuah keniscayaan dalam kehidupan masyarakat. Perubahan sosial turut memberikan dampak bagi dinamika masyarakat. Keberadaan Kampung Warna-Warni di Kota Malang turut memberikan dampak bagi perubahan sosial serta dinamika masyarakat. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif. Teknik data yang digunakan adalah wawancara dan observasi. Lokasi penelitian dilakukan di Kampung Warna-Warni Jodipan Kota Malang, Jawa Timur, Indonesia. Informan penelitian yang dipilih sebanyak 7 informan dari para pedagang yang merupakan penduduk asli kampung tersebut. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa keberadaan Kampung Warna-Warni Jodipan memberikan dampak yang signifikan bagi kehidupan masyarakat setempat. Proses perubahan sosial yang ada yaitu perubahan sosial dan perubahan sosial yang dikehendaki. Dimana masyarakat dapat merasakan dampak positif dari adanya Kampung Warna-Warni Jodipan. Seiring berjalannya waktu, keberadaan kampung tersebut juga memberikan pengaruh pada dinamika masyarakat, seperti pada penggunaan teknologi dan perkembangan ilmu pengetahuan masyarakat.
Tradisi Methik Pari dalam bingkai realitas sosial-keagamaan masyarakat tani Dusun Ngadirejo Blitar
Authors: Sanah Bella Fadhilatus , Hadi Nur
Published: June 2021

Abstrak

Tradisi merupakan salah satu bentuk kebudayaan yang lahir dan melekat di tengah kehidupan masyarakat. Tradisi yang masih hidup di kalangan masyarakat khususnya petani di Pulau Jawa adalah tradisi methik pari. Tradisi tersebut masih dapat dijumpai di Dusun Ngadirejo, Blitar. Tradisi ini kemudian menjadi sebuah realitas sosial keagamaan masyarakat yang sudah ada sejak zaman dahulu. Dalam perkembangan masyarakat digital, tradisi tersebut masih mengakar pada masyarakat. Peneliti menggunakan teori tindakan sosial tradisional Max Weber sebagai pisau analisis pada penelitian ini. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tradisi methik pari telah menjadi kepercayaan dan kebiasaan yang dilaksanakan secara turun temurun oleh masyarakat tani Dusun Ngadirejo. Tradisi methik pari memiliki tujuan untuk mengucap syukur dan memanjatkan doa kepada Tuhan. Doa tersebut berupa ungkapan syukur atas anugerah kekayaan alam dan kelancaran bercocok tanam. Tradisi ini juga dilakukan sebagai wujud kepedulian lingkungan dan penghormatan atas perjuangan para leluhur. Dalam prakteknya, tradisi-tradisi tersebut menerapkan serta mengajarkan nilai-nilai agama pada masyarakat. Oleh karena itu, tradisi methik pari kemudian menjadi sebuah realitas sosial keagamaan dalam kehidupan masyarakat.
FIRST RECORD OF OSTRACODS IN THE ESTIVA FORMATION (PERNAMBUCO BASIN, UPPER CRETACEOUS), NORTHEAST OF BRAZIL
Authors: Barros Cecília de Lima , Piovesan Enelise Katia , De Lima Filho Mario Ferreira , Agostinho Sonia Maria de oliveira
Published: June 2021

O presente trabalho trata do primeiro registro de ostracodes na Formação Estiva, Bacia Pernambuco (Poço Cupe, 1 LABIO-PE1). A Bacia Pernambuco estende-se por todo o litoral sul do Estado de Pernambuco e está delimitada pela Zona de Cisalhamento de Pernambuco, a norte, e pelo Alto de Maragogi, a sul. A Formação Estiva é composta por carbonatos plataformais, datados como Cretáceo Superior. A análise e interpretação dos dados foram realizadas através de revisão bibliográfica, levantamentos de dados estratigráficos e coleta de amostras. A metodologia adotada para o tratamento das amostras estudadas consistiu na coleta, pesagem e desagregação de amostras; lavagem e secagem do material desagregado e triagem dos microfósseis carbonáticos. Foram registrados raros ostracodes, tentativamente atribuídos ao gênero mixohalino Fossocytheridea Swain & Brown, 1964. O reconhecimento da fauna de ostracodes e sua paleoecologia tem como objetivo contribuir na compreensão da evolução da Bacia Pernambuco.
Strategy to increase the quality of service and safety patients in the hospital Imelda Medan 2020
Authors: Putri Monica , Girsang Ermi , Chiuman Linda , Karo Ulina Karo
Published: June 2021

Background: Currently, health services have very important demands, including services in hospitals that must be professional with international standards. Health services no longer only focus on patient satisfaction but also focus more on patient safety (patient safety). The aim of the study was to determine the strategy for improving the quality of service and patient safety at the Imelda General Hospital in 2020.  Methods: This research used descriptive qualitative research with an inductive approach. The data used in this study came from in-depth interviews with respondents. The population was drawn from organizational staff at the Imelda Hospital Medan, namely the medical committee, nursing committee, PMKP committee, PPI committee and materials. The sample method used is exhaustive sampling.Results: Based on the research results obtained, the Imelda Hospital Medan is included in a hospital that is able to compete in a competitive market, especially in urban areas. Based on the SWOT analysis, the Imelda Medan General Hospital is able to take advantage of the existing strengths and opportunities with the results of IFE= 2.52 and EFE= 2.50 and are in cell V in the IE matrix.Conclusions: So, the strategy used in determining the strategy for improving quality and patient safety at the Imelda Hospital, Medan in 2020 is hold and maintain, which means maintaining and maintaining existing policies but does not rule out the possibility to improve for the better.
Analysis of synovial biopsies in osteomyelitis in a tertiary care center
Authors: Balasubramanian Subalakshmi , Kalluri Ujjvala , Balsubramanian Nellaiyappan
Published: June 2021

To differentiate, grade and evaluate the histologic features seen in the biopsy specimens of osteomyelitis patients in a tertiary care centre according to their abundance/severity with the help of a pre-established scoring system and to correlate those features with their radiology and serology findings.

52 synovial biopsy specimens of patients suffering from osteomyelitis, from the year 2015 to 2017, were reviewed from the institute’s case files. The histopathological features were analyzed and a diagnostic criterion was set using a grading system involving five histological features to differentiate the same.

It was observed that out of the 52 synovial specimens, 9 specimens were graded as acute osteomyelitis, 11 as chronically florid osteomyelitis, 20 as chronic osteomyelitis, 45 as subsided osteomyelitis, and the rest had no histopathological features of osteomyelitis (Table I). The radiology findings showed that 10 specimens showed osteosclerotic lesions, 4 had osteolytic lesions, 7 had osteopenic lesions and 2 of them had both osteosclerotic and osteolytic lesions (Table II). The serology findings revealed increased ESR values (>100mm/hr) in 3 of the specimens, increased WBC counts (>11,000 cells/mm³) in 8 specimens, increased neutrophil counts (>80%) in 3 specimens and increased lymphocyte counts (>40%) in 6 specimens (Table III).

This analysis helped to classify osteomyelitis and better the understanding of its histopathological features present in synovial membrane tissue in patients suffering from different grades of osteomyelitis.
Quercitin as an antiviral weapon-A review
Authors: Kalita Ramen , Bhattacharya Kunal , Ali Amir , Sandilya Satyasish
Published: June 2021

Antioxidants are substances that can prevent cells from the damage caused by unstable molecules such as free radicals. Quercetin, a plant pigment present in many fruits, vegetables, grains, and one of the most beneficial antioxidants in the diet and plays an important role in helping the body and prevent free radical damage, which is linked to chronic diseases. The antioxidant properties of quercetin may help to reduce inflammation, allergy symptoms, blood pressure. A lot of studies have been done and experiments have been conducted both in vivo and in vitro and it has been found that in cultured cells many respiratory viruses were inhibited by quercetin. At a minimal inhibitory concentration of 0.03 to 0.5μg/ml in WI-38 or Hela cells, Cytopathic effects produced by echovirus type 7,11,12,19, rhinovirus, poliovirus, and coxsackievirus A21 and B1 were inhibited. The plaque formed by DNA and RNA viruses such as Herpes Simplex Virus-1, Polio type 1, and parainfluenza types 3 were effectively reduced demonstrating its anti-replicative properties. This article reviews effect of quercetin on different types of viral infections.
Implementation of a Hybrid ANN-Based Filter for the Reduction of Harmonic Currents
Authors: Obando José Abel , Serrano Victoria
Published: June 2021

Harmonic distortions caused by non-linear loads (NLLs) affect the behavior of electrical systems, creating harmonics in the fundamental signal. As a result, this deteriorates the power quality. Therefore, this work proposes the implementation of a hybrid filter based on an artificial neural network (ANN) control system, focused on subharmonic, interharmonic and odd harmonic distortions generated by a three-pulse cycloconverter. In addition, a passive double tuned filter was implemented to damp even and odd harmonics. As a result, the simulation performed in MATLAB/SIMULINK showed that the responses produced by the ANN are approximate to the distortions present in the electrical system. Consequently, the levels of total voltage distortions (THDV) and total current distortions (THDI) are reduced. Therefore, the ANN control system improves the quality in the electrical network because the current and voltage harmonics comply with the electrical standards.
Kürtçe Ninnilerde Toplumsal Cinsiyet
Authors: SUVAĞCİ İlyas
Published: June 2021

Kürt folklorunda kadın ve folklor ilişki üzerine yapılan incelemelerin sayısı gittikçe artmaktadır. Bu çalışmalarda daha çok kadın temsili üzerinde durulmaktadır ve kadın birincil cinsiyet olarak romantize edilir. Bunlar arasında üzerine en az çalışma yapılan folklor türü ninnilerdir. Bizler de bu çalışmayla araştırmacıların dikkatlerini bu konuya çekmek istedik. Kürtçe ninnilerin toplumsal cinsiyet çerçevesinde nasıl değerlendirilebileceğini inceledik. Yapılan çalışmaların aksine Kürtçe ninnilerde kadının bir nesne olarak yer aldığını ve toplumsal cinsiyet rollerini tekrarladığını tespit ettik. Her ne kadar üreticisi ve icracısı kadınların kendisi olsa da çoğunlukla bu ninnilerde ataerkil değerlerin tekrar edilmesinden dolayı kadının kendine özgü sesi duyulmaz. Bununla birlikte onun, çocuklarının zihninde milli bir hafıza oluşturmak için çabaladığı görülür.
Avrupa Birliği Ülkelerinin Göç Politikalarında Aşırı Sağ Partilerin Etkisi
Authors: EZİKOĞLU Çağlar
Published: June 2021

Bu çalışma Avrupa ülkelerinde uygulanan göç politikalarında aşırı sağ partilerin dolaylı veya doğrudan etki gücü bulunan aktörler olduğunu ortaya koymayı hedeflemektedir. Bu doğrultuda Fransa, Hollanda ve İtalya örnekleri üzerinden vaka incelemeleri yapılmış, bu ülkelerde varlığını sürdüren aşırı sağ siyasi partilerin özellikle 2000’li yılların henüz başında göç politikalarını nasıl değiştirdikleri incelenmiştir. Bu inceleme neticesinde aşırı sağ partilerin zaman zaman iktidarın küçük ortağı olarak veya zaman zaman da iktidardaki sağ muhafazakâr partileri baskılayarak göç politikalarını dönüştürücü bir rolle etkileyebildikleri saptanmıştır.
Bitlis Yerel Gazetelerinin Yenileşme Pratikleri
Authors: COŞKUN Aziz
Published: June 2021

İnternet gazeteciliği, gazeteciliğin çeşitli yöntemlerinin kullanılarak bilginin yazılı, görsel ya da işitsel olarak okuyucu kitlesine ulaştırılmasıdır. Yerel medyalar; internet gazeteciliği sayesinde kendi yörelerinde yaşanan gelişmeleri, sorunları ve kendi yerel kültürleri ile ilgili değerleri dünyanın her yerine ulaştırabilme fırsatı yakalamışlardır. Bu tespitlerden hareketle internet gazeteciliğinin her geçen önem kazandığı yeni medya dünyasında, Bitlis il merkezindeki yerel gazetelerin yenileşme pratikleri değerlendirme konusu olarak seçilmiştir. Yöntem bağlamında, Bitlis il merkezinde günlük yayımlanan ilgili gazetelerinin internet siteleri 09-15 Kasım 2020 tarihleri arasında bir haftalık sürede, içerik analizi ile incelenmiştir. Elde edilen verilerin analiz edilmesinde ilk olarak Gürcan (2003: 96- 98) tarafından oluşturulan haber sitelerinin içerik ve tasarımına yönelik değerlendirme formu esas alınmıştır.
Development of a low-cost ice crusher for raw fish storage
Authors:   Dept. of Farm Power and Machinery, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh, Rabbani M. A. , Tamanna K. , Ahmed A. K. , Rifat S. M. , Basir M. S. , Alam A. K. M. S. , Rahman A. N. M. A.
Published: June 2021

The fisheries sector in Bangladesh undergoes various post-harvest problems: the high post-harvest loss of fish. As fish is highly perishable, it needs proper handling, processing, and distribution in time. Ice is the major and primary material that is used in Bangladesh for fish preservation. Different methods are used for crushing ice. In the traditional method, ice is crushed with a heavy load by hand. This method is very laborious and most often does not provide a uniform shape. So, an attempt was taken to develop a low-cost ice crusher machine in the Department of Farm Power and Machinery, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh. Based on the design and drawing, the machine was manufactured. Necessary materials to construct the machine were collected from the local market. The machine throughput capacity of the developed ice crusher was found 854.85 kg/hr. with an overall loss of 10.5%. Based on the test parameters, the machine performance was found satisfactory. The machine construction cost was estimated as Tk 11048. The operating cost for ice crushing was calculated, and it was found to be Tk 0.07/kg. This machine was simple at construction and the cost is also low, which indicates that the machine is suitable input for ice crushing to the marginal user. Where electricity is not available and large commercial heavy ice crushers are not available, this machine can be very suitable.
Factor Structure of the Values in Action Inventory of Strengths-72 in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis
Authors: Bhattarai Muna , Huang Yunzhen , Rios Yazmin Castruita , Smedema Susan Miller
Published: June 2021

Background

Research on character strengths in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) is lacking. Moreover, measures of character strengths have not been validated in this population, limiting the opportunities for further investigation.

Objective

To investigate the factor structure of the Values in Action Inventory of Strengths (VIA)-72 in a sample of individuals with MS.

Methods

This quantitative descriptive study included 624 individuals with MS. The factor structure of the VIA-72 was examined using principal component analysis. The internal consistency reliability and validity were assessed by computing Cronbach's alphas and correlations of the VIA-72 with other psychosocial constructs, respectively.

Findings

The principal component analysis revealed an interpretable four-factor structure of the VIA-72: intellectual and emotional strengths, temperance, transcendence, and interpersonal strengths. The factors significantly correlated with measures of quality of life, resilience, social support, depression, fatigue, and personality traits, indicating good concurrent validity. The four factors did not completely align with Peterson and Seligman's (2004) classification system.

Conclusions

The four-factor structure of the VIA-72 seems to be interpretable, valid, and reliable. Measures like VIA-72 may help rehabilitation professionals learn more about the nature and development of character strengths among persons with MS and suggest ways to cultivate it. Further studies are indicated to confirm the factor structures and psychometric properties of this scale in persons with MS.
Advances in near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy to assess soil health
Authors:   Oregon State University, USA, Calderón Francisco J. , Margenot Andrew J. ,   University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA, Bailey Scarlett ,   National Resources Conservation Service - National Soil Survey Center, USA
Published: June 2021

Diffuse reflectance spectroscopy in the near-infrared (NIR: 350-2500 nm) region offers a relatively rapid, non-destructive, and high throughput alternative to wet chemistry measurements of soil health. Infrared absorbance frequencies of soil constituents such as organic matter and clay minerals form the basis for developing reliable calibrations for predicting soil health indicators (SHI). To demonstrate suggested practices, and potential challenges to the use of NIR for soil health measurements, the chapter describes use of a NIR spectral dataset of diverse United States soils (n=709) from the USDA NRCS National Soil Survey Center to develop chemometric prediction models of representative SHI: total organic C (TOC), aggregate stability, clay content, and β-glucosidase activity. Future directions for NIR prediction of SHI and thus infrared spectroscopy-based soil health assessment and monitoring are also discussed.
Developing soil health indicators for improved soil management on farm
Authors:   NIAB, UK, Stockdale Elizabeth , Hargreaves Paul ,   Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC), UK, Bhogal Anne ,   ADAS Gleadthorpe, UK
Published: June 2021

A range of chemical, physical and biological processes are important for sustained productivity and environmental quality in agricultural systems. Farmers and scientists share a concern with soil health, and this leads to questions for both measurement and management. An essential step is to define the context and the key functions required of a soil at the scale of interest (e.g. farm, drinking water catchment, region). Only then can appropriate indicator measurements be selected. Current soil health frameworks across the world commonly use organic matter (carbon), pH, extractable phosphorus, and various indicators of soil structure/water storage. A framework of interpretation shows whether the measured values are acceptable or whether one or more soil functions are constrained. A number of the soil health frameworks in practical use present the soil health indicators in a scorecard using traffic light coding to direct users towards guidance for improved soil management on-farm.
Peran Sistem Informasi dan Teknologi Informasi terhadap Proses Pembelajaran di Masa Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Shodiq Saifan
Published: June 2021

Penyebaran wabah virus Covid-19 diseluruh dunia melumpuhkan segala lini kehidupan, tak terkecuali pada dunia pendidikan. Sehingga, lembaga pendidikan harus mencari solusi agar kegiatan belajar mengajar masih bisa dilangsungkan. Tujuan penulisan artikel ini adalah untuk memaparkan peran sistem informasi manajemen (SIM) pendidikan dan teknologi informasi terhadap proses pembelajaran di masa pandemic Covid-19. Metode penulisan artikel ini adalah studi literasi. Hasil dari studi literasi menunjukkan bahwa sistem informasi manajemen dan teknologi informasi sangat berperan pada pembelajaran jarak jauh. Teknologi informasi berperan sebagai wadah atau sebagai sarana pembelajaran, sedangkan sistem informasi berperan sebagai otak dalam pembelajaran jarak jauh. Namun, sebelum melaksanakan pembelajaran jarak jauh, lembaga pendidikan harus mempersiapkan beberapa hal seperti sarana prasarana pembelajaran jarak jauh dan litersi TIK pendidik dan peserta didik. Hal-hal tersebut menjadi penentu dalam mencapai keberhasilan pembelajaran jarak jauh.Kata Kunci: Sistem Informasi Manajemen, Teknologi Informasi, Pembelajaran Jarak Jauh
BABALARIN VE BÜYÜKBABALARIN ÇOCUKLARININ HAYATINA KATILIM DURUMLARI
Authors: ÖZYEŞER CİNEL Nur , TEZEL ŞAHİN Fatma
Published: June 2021

Annelerin iş hayatında aktif rol alması, günümüz babaların çocuklarıyla daha çok vakit geçirmesine neden olmaktadır. Babaların, çocuklarının sağlık, bakım gibi gereksinimlerini karşılama, anne ve bebeğe manevi destek olma konusunda kendi babalarına göre daha duyarlı olduğu görülmektedir. Bu doğrultuda; babaların ve büyük babaların çocuklarının hayatına katılım durumlarını incelemek, çocuğun gereksinimlerinde babaların ve büyük babaların üstlendiği sorumlulukları ortaya koyabilmek amacıyla nitel bir araştırma yapılmıştır. Araştırma Ankara ilinde 45 baba ile yürütülmüştür. Araştırmanın verileri “Görüşme Formu” kullanılarak yüz yüze görüşme yapılarak toplanmıştır. Babalarla yapılan görüşme sonunda elde edilen veriler içerik analizi yöntemiyle çözümlenmiştir. Babaların cevaplarının sıklıklarına göre benzer kodlar bir araya getirilerek, kategorizelendirilip, temalara ayrılmış ve yorumlanmıştır. Çalışmanın sonucunda; Babalar, doğumda eşlerinin yanında yer aldıklarını, doğumdan sonra da eş ve çocuklarının bakımı ve sağlığı ile ilgilendiklerini belirtirken, kendi babalarının doğumdan sonra eşlerine yardımcı olmadıklarını düşünmektedirler. Babalar çocuklarının banyo, beslenme ve alt temizliği ile ilgilenmekte ve büyük babalara göre çocuklarıyla doğumdan itibaren birlikte olmaya başlamaktadırlar. Babalar, çocuklarının hayatında annelerin daha aktif rol aldığını düşünmektedirler. Buna göre; babaların çocuklarının hayatına katılımları konusunda eğitim programları, oyun etkinlikleri planlanarak, eğitim birimlerimde ya da uzaktan eğitim aracılığı ile rehberlik edilebilir.
Educational, Developer and Educative Duties in the Taxonomy of Training Objectives
Authors:   Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University, Hikmat Alizade Sabina
Published: June 2021

Every person has ability of creative thinking. However, not every person can be called a creative person. Creative people are those who are smart and possess the ability to grasp realities and reactions to these realities. At the same time, people who achieve extraordinary inventions or realize creative acts can also be referred to as creative people. The creative way of thinking is the type of thinking resulting from inventing new things or improving other actions. The creative way of thinking is used to generate a large number of ideas. The main characteristic of the creative way of thinking as an intellectual system is the ability to analyze any problem, establish systematic relations, reveal contrasts, find out ideal solutions for these contrasts, and forecast possible versions for the development. The research carried out once more proved that the creative way of thinking is important for life. From this reason, the society that wants to achieve great successes and implement creative potential must try to make students improve their creative ways of thinking.
Potensi Foodbar Bligo Sebagai Produk Pangan Darurat
Authors: Fauziyyah Athiefah
Published: June 2021

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkarakterisasi foodbar berbahan baku buah bligo yang ditinjau dari analisis fisikokimianya sebagai alternatif pangan darurat. Analisis yang dipakai antara lain uji proksimat yang terdiri dari uji kadar air, kadar abu, kadar lemak, kadar karbohidrat dan kadar protein. Uji fisik yang dilakukan menggunakan texture analyzer yang mengukur nilai kohesivitas dan nilai kekerasan. Foodbar bligo F2 dengan proporsi tepung bligo dan tepung kedelai sebesar 70:30% merupakan perlakuan yang paling mendekati syarat ideal sebagai pangan darurat dengan kandungan nilai gizi sebesar kadar karbohidrat 43,21%, kadar lemak 16,64%, kadar protein 13.65%, kadar air 5.50%, kadar abu 20,99%, nilai kekerasan dan kohesivitas sebesar 22294,3 gf dan 0.334%.
PROSES PUBLIC RELATIONS PT. KERETA API INDONESIA (PERSERO) DALAM MEMBANGUN CITRA POSITIF MELALUI MEDIA SOSIAL INSTAGRAM @KERETAAPIKITA
Authors: Nur Azizah Nadia Zulfa , Imran Ayub Ilfandy
Published: June 2021

Dewasa ini muncul banyak akun-akun Instagram perusahaan termasuk perusahaan jasa transportasi di Indonesia sebagai salah satu cara untuk melakukan fungsi public relations, salah satu perusahaan jasa tersebut adalah PT. Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero). Walau menjadi satu-satunya perusahaan perkeretaapian di Indonesia, namun PT. Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) harus tetap melakukan public relations demi menjaga hubungan dengan masyarakat dan membangun citra positif perusahaan. Salah satu cara yang dilakukan oleh PT. Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) adalah pengelolaan akun resmi Instagram yaitu @keretaapikita. Maka dari itu, penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh pentingnya perusahaan untuk melakukan public relations guna  menjaga hubungan dengan masyarakat serta membangun citra perusahaan. Objek penelitian ini adalah proses public relations akun resmi Instagram @keretaapikita yang unik dan tentu saja berbeda dengan akun-akun Instagram perusahaan jasa transportasi lainnya. Teori dan konsep yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu konsep public relations, proses public relations, dan citra. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa unit Public Relations PT. Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) melakukan semua proses public relations seperti fact finding, planning, communicating, dan evaluating dalam mengelola akun Instagram @keretaapikita dengan mengemas konten yang menarik sehingga dapat membuat citra positif perusahaan di mata masyarakat.
Pengaruh Direct Marketing Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Kopi Arabika Malabar Mountain Coffee
Authors: Yalanda Regina Ramadani , Sadeli Agriani Hermita
Published: June 2021

Konsumsi kopi di Indonesia dalam kurun waktu beberapa tahun ini mengalami peningkatan sebesar 8% pertahunnya. Hal ini didukung dengan pesatnya pertumbuhan usaha industri  kopi dibeberapa daerah karena semakin banyak masyarakat yang sangat menyukai minuman yang berasal dari biji kopi ini. Banyaknya usaha yang bergerak di bisnis serupa menimbulkan tingginya persaingan yang kompetitif antar produsen. Salah satu upaya yang perlu dilakukan adalah menggunakan strategi pemasaran yang tepat untuk menarik minat beli konsumen potensial. PT. Sinar Mayang Lestari merupakan produsen industri kopi dengan merk dagang Malabar Mountain Coffee. Dalam menghadapi pesaing, perusahaan menggunakan dua bentuk direct marketing yaitu face to face selling dan online marketing.  Face to face selling dilakukan melalui kegiatan exhibition dan juga roadshow coffee sedangkan online marketing melalui media sosial. Kedua bentuk direct marketing ini dijadikan sebagai unit analisis dalam penelitian ini. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian kuantitatif deskriptif menggunakan regresi linier berganda dimana face to face selling dan online marketing sebagai variabel bebas dan keputusan pembelian sebagai variabel terikat. Pemilihan sampel dalam penelitian ini menggunakan teknik purposive sampel dengan sampel sebanyak 100 responden. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemasaran langsung terhadap keputusan pembelian kopi arabika Malabar Mountain Coffee. Hasil Penelitian menunjukan bahwa direct marketing secara bersama-sama yang terdiri dari face to face selling dan online marketing mempengaruhi konsumen dalam memutuskan untuk membeli kopi arabika Malabar Mountain Coffee.
Motif dan Kepuasan Penggunaan Website Informasi Berbasis User Generated Content (UGC) Pada Website Zomato.com
Authors: Lathif Abdul , Sugandi Mohamad Syahriar
Published: June 2021

Berdasarkan perkembangan teknologi yakni generasi web berbasis web 2.0 menjadi latar belakang kemunculan media yang berbasis user generated content memiliki karakteristik yang berbeda. Perbedaan karakter dan fitur setiap media dengan perkembangannya menimbulkan motif dan kepuasan yang beragam. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui gratification sought dan gratifikasi obtained serta nilai selisih dari keduanya pada pengguna website Zomato.com yang berbasis UGC di wilayah Jakarta. Penelitian ini menggunakan teori uses and gratification 2.0 sebagai kerangka kerja dan jurnal Shao (2008) sebagai motif acuan media berbasis UGC. Metode penelitian ini yakni metode survei deskriptif dengan teknik pengumpulan data survei yang dilakukan pada 100 responden di wilayah Jakarta. Pengambilan sampel penelitian ini menggunakan teknik secara non probability sampling. Pernyataan hasil survei diolah secara univariat dan statistik deskriptif. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan motif harapan tertinggi penggunaan website Zomato.com yakni self-expression dengan persentase 14,72% dan motif harapan terendah yakni virtual communities dengan persetase 13,71%. Sedangkan motif kepuasan, persentase tertinggi yakni motif information seeking 15,48% dan motif terendah yakni motif virtual communities 12,64%. Nilai selisih dari gratification sought dan gratifikasi obtained didominasi oleh penurunan rata-rata tiap motif-nya seperti information seeking, self-expression, mood management, entertainment, self-actualization dan virtual communities. Sedangkan motif social interaction mengalami peningkatan nilai rata-rata.
Analisis Kelayakan Investasi Keuangan Haji dalam Pembiayaan Infrastruktur dan Tingkat Imbal Hasil Badan Pengelola Keuangan Haji (Bpkh)
Authors: Witjaksono Beny
Published: June 2021

This paper analyzes the investment portfolio of hajj funds in infrastructure financing and the level of returns managed by the Hajj Financial Management Board (BPKH). This research was conducted through case studies and literature studies to obtain secondary data. Data collected were analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively descriptive. The results showed that the feasibility of investment in hajj funds in infrastructure financing is feasible in sharia perspective. Under Law 34/2014, Hajj financial investments are aimed at obtaining optimal value benefits for improving the service of Hajj implementation by prioritizing aspects of the safety/integrity of the funds of prospective pilgrims.
Tingkat Kepuasan Masyarakat terhadap Pelayanan Kepolisian Resor Brebes
Authors: Widagdo Jaka Waskito , Gunistiyo Gunistiyo , Indriasih Dewi , C Niken Wahyu , Prihadi Deddy
Published: June 2021

Survey  penyusunan  Indeks  Kepuasan  Masyarakat  ini  dilakukan  dengan tujuan untuk mengetahui tingkat kinerja Kepolisian Resor Brebes dalam memberikan pelayanan kepada masyarakat dan sekaligus sebagai wahana penyerap aspirasi masyarakat baik yang berupa saran, harapan, sekaligus komplain terhadap pelayanan yang telah diberikan selama ini untuk dijadikan pedoman kebijakan, program dan strategi guna peningkatan pelayanan. Berdasarkan hasil analisis data dan pembahasan di peroleh nilai hasil penelitian Indeks Kepuasan Masyarakat di Kepolisian Resor Kabupaten Brebes sebesar 81,30 dan berada pada katagori SANGAT BAIK.
Optimised ARG Based Group Activity Recognition for Video Understanding
Authors: Kumar Pranjal
Published: June 2021

In this paper, we propose a robust video understanding model for activity recognition by learning the actor’s pair-wise correlations and relational reasoning, exploiting spatial and temporal information. In order to measure the similarity between the pair appearances and construct an actor relations map, the Zero Mean Normalized Cross-Correlation (ZNCC) and the Zero Mean Sum of Absolute Differences(ZSAD) is proposed to allow the Graph Convolution Network (GCN) to learn how to distinguish group actions. We recommend that MNASNet be used as the backbone to retrieve features. Experiments show a 38.50% and 23.7% reduction in training time in the 2-stage training process along with a 1.52% improvement in accuracy against traditional methods.
Numbers Based On Edges
Authors: Garrett Henry
Published: June 2021

Number is based in special edges, is introduced. The kind of natural extension from edges toward vertex and the set of vertices in the way that, the final notion is number, is studied. The result is obtained which is about the study on the classes of graphs in the matter of new notions. There is the extended notion about having edge amid two vertices toward having some edges in the word of neighbor and in another stage going into the atmosphere of having consecutive edges in the terminology of path and in the upper vision going on the notion about path with jargon and buzzword of distance as if the minimal vertices has concluded the new notions with the word, number.
Jump-Diffusion Models for Valuing the Future: Discounting Under Extreme Situations
Authors: Masoliver Jaume , Montero Miquel , Perelló Josep
Published: June 2021

We develop the process of discounting when underlying rates follow a jump-diffusion process, that is, when, in addition of diffusive behavior, rates suffer a series of finite discontinuities located at random Poissonian times. Jump amplitudes are also random and governed by an arbitrary density. Such a model may describe the economic evolution specially when extreme situations occur (pandemics, global wars, etc.). When between jumps the dynamical evolution is governed by an Ornstein-Uhlenbeck diffusion process, we obtain exact and explicit expressions for the discount function and the long-run discount rate and show that the presence of discontinuities may drastically reduce the discount rate, a fact that has significant consequences for environmental planning. We also discuss as a specific example the case when rates are described by the continous time random walk.
2-Deoxy-d-glucose Inhibits Replication of Novel Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) with Adverse Effects on Host Cell Metabolism
Authors: Malgotra Vikas , Sharma Varun
Published: June 2021

The treatment of viral infections is challenging owing to the intricate structure and metabolism of the viruses. In addition, they can highjack host cellular metabolism, mutate and adapt to harsh environmental conditions. The novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) displays further resilient attributes, making its eradication even more difficult. SARS-CoV-2 is an enveloped virus whose replication can be targeted by limiting the substrates available for structural incorporation. One such molecule that limits substrate availability and has received much attention lately is 2-Deoxy-d-glucose (2-DG). SARS-CoV-2 infection induces glycolysis, impairs mitochondrial function and damages the infected cells. Administration of 2-DG can inhibit increased glycolytic flux and some other metabolic processes to cause cessation of viral replication. This article provides a review of the mechanism of action and safety concerns associated with administering 2-DG in the treatment of COVID-19. The drug can have adverse effects on normal cell metabolism since it targets cells non-selectively, possibly in a dose-dependent manner. In addition, the drug has limited use in SARS-CoV-2 infection associated with stroke, hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, and critical illness.
Biochemical Mechanisms Associating Alcohol Use Disorders with Cancers.
Authors: Rodriguez Francisco D. , Coveñas Rafael
Published: June 2021

The World Health Organization identifies alcohol as a cause in several neoplasias of the oro-pharynx cavity, esophagus, gastrointestinal tract, larynx, liver, or female breast. This study re-views ethanol's nonoxidative and oxidative metabolism and one-carbon metabolism that en-compasses both redox and transfer reactions that influence crucial cell proliferation machinery. Ethanol favors the uncontrolled production and action of free radicals that interfere with the maintenance of essential cellular functions. We focus on the generation of protein, DNA, and lipid adducts that interfere with the cellular processes related to growth and differentiation. Ethanol's effects on stem cells responsible for building and repairing tissues are reviewed. Cancer stem cells suffer disturbances related to the expression of cell surface markers, enzymes, and transcription factors after ethanol exposure with consequent dysregulation of mechanisms related to cancer metastasis or resistance to treatments. Our analysis aims to underlie and discuss potential targets that show more sensitivity to ethanol's action and identify specific metabolic routes and metabolic realms that may be corrected to recover metabolic homeostasis after pharmacological interven-tion. Specifically, research should pay attention to reestablish metabolic fluxes by fine-tuning the functioning of specific pathways related to one-carbon metabolism and antioxidant processes.
PENERAPAN MEDIA AUDIO VISUAL UNTUK MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR TEKNIK DASAR PENCAK SILAT
Authors: Muhammad Bahrul Ulum , Mukholid Agus , Sabarini Sri Santoso
Published: June 2021

 

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan hasil belajar teknik dasar pencak silat Siswa Kelas VIII A SMP Darul Ihsan Muhammadiyah Sragen Tahun Ajaran 2016/2017.

Penelitian ini merupakan Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK). Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dalam dua siklus, dengan tiap siklus terdiri atas perencanaan, pelaksanaan tindakan, observasi, dan refleksi. Subyek penelitian adalah siswa kelas VIII A SMP Darul Ihsan Muhammadiyah Sragen yang berjumlah 25 siswa yang terdiri dari 25 siswa putra. Sumber data dalam penelitian ini berasal dari guru, siswa dan peneliti. Teknik pengumpulan data adalah dengan observasi, wawancara, dokumentasi atau arsip berupa foto. Validitas data menggunakan teknik triangulasi data. Analisis data menggunakan teknik analisis deskriptif kualitatif dan teknik persentase.

Hasil analisis menunjukkan adanya peningkatan hasil belajar teknik dasar pencak silat dari Pra Tindakan ke Siklus I dan dari Siklus I ke Siklus II. Hal ini dapat dilihat dari pencapaian hasil belajar Pra Tindakan hasil belajar teknik dasar pencak silat siswa yang tuntas sebesar 40% dan tidak tuntas sebesar 60% dengan rincian jumlah siswa yang tuntas adalah 10 siswa dan tidak tuntas adalah 15 siswa. Pada siklus I siswa yang tuntas mencapai 68% dengan jumlah siswa yang tuntas adalah 17 siswa. Sedangkan pada siklus II siswa yang tuntas mencapai 88% dengan jumlah siswa yang tuntas adalah 22 siswa. Simpulan penelitian ini adalah bahwa penggunaan media Audio Visual dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar teknik dasar pencak silat siswa kelas VIII A SMP Darul Ihsan Muhammadiyah Sragen tahun ajaran 2016/2017.