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The Influence of Capital Expenditure, Total Debt To Total Assets, Total Debt To Equity and Long Term Debt To Total Equity on Profitability in Manufacturing Companies Listed on The Indonesian StockExchange In 2014-2018
Authors: Cecilia Riau Ekowati  , Sylvia Sari R  , Kasful Anwar
Published: March 2024

This study aims to analyze the Effect of Capital Expenditure, Total Debt to Total Assets, Total Debt to Equity and Long Term Debt to Total Equity on Profitability in Manufacturing Companies Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2014-2018. This research is an explanatory research that explains the causality relationship using secondary data with the population of all Manufacturing Companies Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2014-2018. A sample of 11 companies was selected using the purposive sample method in accordance with predetermined criteria including being listed on the IDX and delivering in full accordance with the information needed, namely Capital Expenditure, Total Debt to Total Assets, Total Debt to Equity and Long Term Debt to Total Equity and profitability measured through ROA during the period 2014 - 2018. The analytical method used is linear regression panel data. The results showed that at 95% confidence level of the four dependent variables studied were: Capital Expenditure, Total Debt to Total Assets, Total Debt to Equity and Long Term Debt to Total Equity, there was one variable that had a significant effect on Profitability in Registered Manufacturing Companies on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2014-2018 namely and Long Term Debt to Total Equity. Meanwhile, if tested simultaneously Capital Expenditure, Total Debt to Total Assets, Total Debt to Equity and Long Term Debt to Total Equity have a significant effect on profitability.

Keywords : Capital Expenditure, Total Debt to Total Assets, Total Debt to Equity, Long Term Debt to Total Equity and Profitability
The Influence of Market To Book Value of Asset Ratio, Market to Book Value of Equity Ratio, Capital Expenditure to Book Value of Assets And Earning Per Share on Stock Returns In LQ-45 Companies Listed on The Indonesia Stock Exchange 2013-2018
Authors: Sasmito Bayu Gentur Praptomo  , Mariati Tamba  , Wardojo
Published: March 2024

This study aims to analyze the effect of Market to Book Value of Asset Ratio (MKTBKASS), Market to Book Value of Equity Ratio (MKTBKEQ), Capital Expenditure to Book Value of Asset (CAPBVA), Earning per Share (EPS) on LQ 45 company stock returns on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2013-2018. This research is an explanatory research that explains the causality relationship using secondary data with a population of 45 companies incorporated in the LQ45 index on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2018. A sample of 35 companies were selected using the purposive sample method in accordance with predetermined criteria, one of which was to have a report finance in 2013-2018. The analytical method used is panel data regression. The results of this study indicate that partially, with a 95% confidence level Market to Book Value of Equity Ratio (MKTBKEQ) and Earning Per Share (EPS) significantly influence the LQ 45 company stock returns. Meanwhile Market to Book Value of Asset Ratio (MKTBKASS) and Capital Expenditure to Book Value of Asset (CAPBVA) partially do not significantly influence the LQ45 company's stock returns. Simultaneously, all variables together affect the value of stock returns. Meanwhile, based on the coefficient of determination obtained, it can be concluded that all independent variables are able to explain 21.64 percent of the variation in the stock prices of LQ 45 companies in Indonesia during 2013-2018 while the rest are explained by other variables.

Keywords : Market to Book Value of Asset Ratio (MKTBKASS), Market to Book Value of Equity Ratio (MKTBKEQ, Capital Expenditure to Book Value of Asset (CAPBVA), Earning Per Share (EPS) and Stock Return
Strategy Analysis in Increasing Competitiveness Taruna Nusantara High School, Magelang
Authors: Radhita Anggoro Setiawan  , Bachtar Bakrie  , Tina Rosa
Published: March 2024

The idea of ​​making TN High School was sparked by the Minister of Defense and Security General LB Moerdani on May 20, 1985 at the Great Pavilion of Taman Siswa Yogyakarta. He has a vision to build a school that educates the best people from all over Indonesia and produces graduates who can continue the aspirations of the Proclamator. This idea was continued by signing an MoU between the TNI and Taman Siswa, which was the first educational organization in Indonesia, the TNI through the Pang Perjuangan Foundation The purpose of this study is to determine the factors To determine the factors that influence the competitiveness of both external factors and internal factors and find out the right strategy to increase competitiveness based on the SWOT analysis approach and AHP data processing tools. Data collection techniques were obtained by interview, observation and documentation. The results of this study are based on those conducted by expert respondents on the factors that influence increasing competitiveness in the Taruna Archipelago High School in Magelang. External Factors (Competitions from similar schools, students who fail selection at TN High School Gaining the trust of parents of students and the wider community for the next career path, the existence of student sanctions). The right strategy and is used based on Swot and AHP from the results of interviews with the expert team, is to choose the strategy of Strength and Opportunity in terms of the application of quality and service in educational institutions (both in terms of Sarpras and HR).

 

Key words: Strategy Analysis, SWOT, AHP
Influence of Service Quality and Prices Towards Customer Loyalty of Cahaya Garden Pharmacy In Batam
Authors: Septi Heksiana  , Nur Elfi Husda
Published: March 2024

Customer loyalty is required in the business world, special in pharmaceutical companies such as pharmacies. The purpose of this study was to choose the impact of the quality and price of the service on patient loyalty at the park's lighting pharmacy. The analysis solution used in this study is a multiplex analysis method. This survey is a quantitative survey using survey methods. This survey is intended for customers who have visited several times. The sampling solution uses targeted sampling by a total of 162 respondents. The data investigation solution used to answer the hypotheses is the multiple regression analysis method. The results of the survey explained that the quality of service variables had a positive and significant impact on customer loyalty. This is clear from the important quality of service values, and the calculated t value is more important than the table value t. Price variables have a significant positive impact on customer loyalty. This is important and is evident from the value t being more important  than the value of table t. Based on this study, the Cahaya Garden pharmacy can improve the quality of services and monitor prices, so it must maintain stability and competitiveness and retain its customers.

Keywords :  service quality, price, customer loyalty.
He Influence Of Current Ratio (CR), Debt To Equity Ratio (DER), Total Asset Turn Over (TATO), And Net Profit Margin (NPM) On Return On Equity (ROE) In Lq-45 Companies Listed On The Indonesian Stock Exchange (BEI ) Year 2013-2018
Authors: Medianto Basuki  , Tina Rosa  , Burhanudin
Published: March 2024

This study aims to analyze the effect of the Current Ratio, Debt to Equity Ratio (DER), Total Asset Turn Over (TATO) and Net Profit Margin (NPM) on LQ45 companies' Return on Equity (ROE) at the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2013 - 2018. This research is an explanatory research that explains the causality relationship using secondary data with a population of 45 companies incorporated in the LQ45 index on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2018. Samples of 7 companies were selected using the purposive sample method in accordance with predetermined criteria including one of which is to have a report finance in 2013-2018. The analytical method used is panel data linear regression.

The results showed that at the 95% confidence level of the four dependent variables studied, namely: Current Ratio, Debt to Equity Ratio (DER), Total Asset Turn Over (TATO) and Net Profit Margin (NPM) there are three variables that have a significant effect on Return on Equity (ROE), namely Debt to Equity Ratio (DER), Total Asset Turn Over (TATO) and and Net Profit Margin (NPM). Meanwhile, if tested simultaneously, the Current Ratio, Debt to Equity Ratio (DER), Total Asset Turn Over (TATO) and Net Profit Margin (NPM) have a significant effect on Return on Equity (ROE.)

Keywords : Current Ratio, Debt to Equity Ratio (DER), Total Asset Turn Over (TATO) dan Net Profit Margin (NPM) dan Return on Equity (ROE)
Green Analytical UV-VIS Spectrophotometric Method Development of Valsartan by using Hydrotropic agent
Authors: A. Dhormare Aashutosh , G. Kamble Pragati , P. Nagare Pooja , K. Dyade Gurappa
Published: March 2024

The aim of the present research was to increase the solubility of valsartan in water by hydrotropic solubilisation. Hydrotopes are surface active, highly water soluble organic salt, which imparts solubility to insoluble or sparingly soluble organic compounds in water, which is when present at higher concentration. An analytical method was developed for the estimation of valsartan by UV-VIS spectrophotometry. Solvent 1% w/v sodium acetate solution was utilized and 247.2nm was the wavelength for measurement of absorbance. Effect of input variables on spectrum characteristics were studied for selection of critical parameters and developed method was validated as per ICH Q 2 R1 regulatory guidelines. Linearity of the drugs was ascertained over the conc range 4-48mcg/ml (microgram/ml). The accuracy was found within acceptable limit with nominal conc102.68 – 105.10 %; and the precision study was shown acceptable data as %SD varied from 1.88573 to 3.97617. The stability of the method was studied by minor variation in the wavelength, scan speed and acid, alkali and peroxide stress degradation study. The developed method is rigid, robust and efficient for the estimation of VST from the dosage form. The effort was made to develop green or eco-friendly analytical method utilising hydrotropic solvent for water insoluble drug valsartan.
Determination of Phyto-Constituents of Leaves and Tuber-like Roots of Momordica cymbalaria (Bworhauyala) Grown in Admawa State, Nigeria
Authors: Runde Musa
Published: March 2024

Momordica cymbalaria is a rare species that belongs to the family Cucurbitacae which is commonly found in the open field of the Lunguda people of Adamawa State, Nigeria. The plant’s root is used by the locals as substitute for soap and detergents due to its high saponin contents. The leaves are consumed by the locals as vegetable in soup preparation. Several species of Momordica have proven medicinal uses and are safe when taken in control dose. This research is aimed at revealing the phytochemical constituents of Momodica cymbalaria and relating same to its usages by the locals. The phytoconstituents of the aqueous and chloroform extracts of the leaf and root were determined. The results show that Saponin, Alkaloids, Carbohydrates, Cardiac glycosides and Balsam are presence in both the leaf and plant extract while Glycoside, Anthraquinones, Cardenolides and Phlobatannins are not presence in the plant parts. Phenols, Terpenoids, Flavonoids are identified in the leaf aqueous extract of the plant but absence in the same root solution. The chloroform extracts show the presence of steroids in the roots part and absence in the leaf. The plant has potential for use in Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics and Agrochemical industries.
Development of QSRR model of a set of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) using simple regression analysis in silico
Authors: Ziani Nadia , Amirat Khadidja , Meneceur Souhaila , Bouafia Abderrhmane
Published: March 2024

A structure/retention indices relationship was searched for 59 PAHs while promoting the simple linear regression by genetic algorithm MOBIDYGS software, the structural parameters being calculated with the software Spartan and DRAGON. Among about a hundred of one-regression models gotten, we selected the one that present best values of the prediction parameter (Q2) and of the determination coefficient (R2). The robustness of obtaining model were illustrated using different techniques: leave-many-out, external-validation, randomization test, applicability domain.
Interpretation of Diverse Physico-Chemical Water Quality Parameters of Jaipur (Rajasthan) Sampling Sites for Plantation, Irrigation and Fluorosis Concern
Authors: Mangal Meenu , Shanker Tailor Girja , Jain Megha , Gaur Atul , Sunvariyal Hitesh
Published: March 2024

The present study is aimed to evaluate the hydro chemical characteristics and quality of groundwater. Groundwater samples were collected from selected sampling sites like Shivdaspura (S1), Mansarovar (S2), Tonk Phatak (S3) and Chand pole (S4) in Jaipur District, Rajasthan and analyzed for major physico-chemical parameters. Such as Colour vis, Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), Bio-Chemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), Lead, Cadmium, Chloride, Fluoride, Dissolved Oxygen (DO), Total Hardness (TH), Total Alkalinity, Total Solids, Total Dissolve Solids (TDS), Total Suspended Solids, Taste and Odour, Turbidity, Electrical Conductivity (EC), Magnesium, pH, Nitrate, Calcium, Sulphate Were analysed fora period from 29March 2021 to 09 December 2021. Fluoride content in the water samples of study area varied from 0.57mg/l to 7.97mg/l. Due to the higher fluoride levels in drinking water of Shivdaspura area showing dental fluorosis in which the teeth of the children were damaged and characterized by brown and black stains.
Validation of Molnupiravir by Application of Reactive Dyes from Pharmaceutical Dosages
Authors: Rajan V. Rele , Prathamesh P. Tiwatane
Published: March 2024

Simple sensitive and accurate ion pair complex formation with reactive dyes, extractive spectrophotometric methods have developed for the estimation of molnupiravir in pharmaceutical dosage form. The methods are based on the formation of ion paired coloured complexes by the drug with reactive dyes like Congo red, eriochrome black T and methyl orange in acidic medium. The ion associated complexes were formed and quantitatively extracted under the experimental condition in chloroform. The absorbance values were measured at 490nm, 500nm, and 430nm respectively. The proposed methods were validated statistically. Recoveries of methods were carried out by standard addition method. The linearity was found to be 4.0-24.0μg/ml, 2-12μg/ml, and 2-16μg/ml for methods respectively. The low values of standard deviation and percentage RSD indicate high precision of methods. Hence these methods are useful for routine estimation of molnupiravir in pharmaceutical dosages.
Determination, Method Development and Validation of Six Nitrosamine Impurities in Purified water by using LC-MS/MS
Authors: Shedmake Abhijeet , Jadhav Priyanka , Mane Suvidha , Rao Vaibhavi , Bhagwat Avinash , Redasani Vivekkumar
Published: March 2024

N-nitroso dimethylamine (NDMA) and some other N-nitrosamines has been detected as potent mutagenic and carcinogenic arising in purified water due to the use of potable water required for production of purified water. The dominating precursors of N-nitrosamines formation during the purified water disinfection process are secondary and tertiary amines. NDMA is a disinfection of product found by the ozonation and chlorination of purified water. A high-performance liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry was developed to study the appearance of N-nitrosamines in purified water. The compounds were detected by Atmospheric Pressure Chemical Ionization (APCI) or Electrospray Ionization (ESI) which are the ionization modes with multiple reaction monitoring mode. Chromatographic separation was performed on a Phenomenex kinetex F5 column having the size 250 × 4.6mm, 5µ. This study proves that NMBA, NDMA, NDEA, NEIPA, NDIPA and NDBA detected in the purified water. Finally, the developed analytical method was strongly applied to the analysis of N-nitrosamines in purified water.
Exploring DNA Binding of Benzothiazole-based Known Drugs: A Molecular Docking Investigation
Authors: Khan Uzma , Sur Souvik
Published: March 2024

The study aims to explore whether drugs (Bentaluron, Ethoxazolamide, Lubeluzole, Pramipexole, Probenzole, Riluzole, Viozan and Zopolrestat) that were originally developed for specific indications have the capability to interact with DNA sequences. If these drugs exhibit binding affinity to the studied DNA sequences, it suggests that they may have additional therapeutic applications beyond their original intended uses. Molecular docking is a computational technique used to predict the binding affinity and binding modes of molecules, such as drugs, to biological macromolecules, here DNA. In this study, docking is employed to simulate the interactions between the drugs with the two different oligonucleotides. The observation that these drugs bind differentially to various DNA duplexes suggests that their interactions with DNA are sequence-specific. This finding could be significant for designing drugs that target specific DNA sequences associated with diseases. The other functional possibilities of known drugs with DNA recognitions might be helpful in drug repurposing purposes with the findings of present study.
Application of Chitosan Nanoparticles in the Adsorption of Heavy Metals from Wastewater: A Concise Review
Authors: Kumar Ashok , Kumar Pawan , Chopra Sunil , Sindhu Anil
Published: March 2024

The biopolymer chitosan is a biodegradable, biocompatible polymer that has been scientifically proven to be an efficient organic compound for the adsorption of heavy metals from a variety of industrial wastewater. Heavy metals are toxic and can cause a variety of harmful health effects, even in low concentrations. Therefore, it is important to remove them from the wastewater to ensure the water is safe for consumption and other uses. Chitosan is a superior adsorbent because it contains functional groups like hydroxyl and amino. Nano-chitosan can be fabricated using various methods but modern nanotechnology research focuses on developing highly efficient and cost-effective green technology. The remarkable physicochemical features of nano-chitosan make it suited for usage in enhancing the durability and washability of textile supplies as well as giving them antibacterial capabilities.
Empowering Learners on Mathematic Subject by Problem Based Learning and Metacognitive Strategy to Improve Reflective Thinking Competence
Authors: Ghofur Abd , Andawiyah Rofiatul , Mattari Ali Said Al
Published: March 2024

Learning on math in the classroom has a one way teacher center, so  the student will be un-active, the process of learning on math that could be done more concentrate on finishing the test  that has procedural character only, that caused the student couldn’t finished a math problem that usually applied in the class, didn’t give a chance for the student to develop their competence of thinking, in which, one of them is reflective thinking competence. The fact above be an early thinking for the researcher, while the objective of the research will be focused on knowing the implementation of problem base learning and metacognitive in improving mathematic reflective thinking competence,  analysing the lacknes on the implementation of problem based learning and metacognitive in improving mathematic reflective thinking competence, knowing  the advantages  based learning and metacognitive in improving mathematic reflective thinking. Research approach that used in this research is descriptive qualitative approach, by the setting of the research is SMK1 Pamekasan, with the math teacher and the student as the subject of the research. In data analysis, the researcher used Miles model. The result shown that teaching learning activities became more active, the students have developed thinking skills, enabling them to find the appropriate ways to solve the problems they face. The thinking process involved enables the students to solve mathematical problems and has a connection with their ability to remember and recognize relationships between mathematical concepts, understand cause-and-effect relationships, analogies or differences.
Electoral Violence in Africa: An Analysis of Factors, Dimensions, Effects and Mitigating Factors
Authors: Tacham Follah Placate , Acho Mannjong Callistus
Published: March 2024

Elections are key elements of democratic processes. This article aims at providing reasons for election-related violence in Africa, their dimensions, effects, and mitigating factors. Elections are supposed to provide for a transparent and peaceful change of government, the distribution of power, and the promotion of democracy, but most elections in Africa are characterized by violence at various stages of the process. In war-torn countries and even in some stable African countries, incumbents are often manipulating or believed to be tampering with the electoral processes. The opposition parties also have incentives to further their strength through the use of violence. Such violence is potentially damaging democratic processes and undermining progress towards democratization. Electoral violence has varied causes, as highlighted in this article. Beyond direct effects such as hindering people from casting their vote and preventing candidates from participating in the electoral process, electoral violence can have long-term effects. Thus, managing election-related violence would build a strong, democratic, and peaceful society based on the rule of law, accountability, and transparency. Various strategies are used by different actors to achieve this. This article uses a qualitative research design. Information on the research is gathered purely from the review of scholarly articles and reports on the topic. The information presented is based on a synthesis of findings from these sources. From the synthesis of information from other reviews, we have in this article gathered and presented the main causes, effects, dimensions, and some mitigating factors of electoral violence in Africa.
Fostering Digital Excellence: A Multidimensional Exploration of the Collective Effects of Technological Adaptability, Employee Competitiveness, and Employee Dynamic Capabilities on Employee Digital Performance in Chinese SMEs
Authors: Wang Guifang , Mansor Zuraina Dato , Leong Yee Choy
Published: March 2024

This study is grounded in a specific Eastern cultural region, undertaking a multidimensional exploration. We meticulously examined the intricate interplay between employee competitive attitudes (ECA) and behaviors (ECB), employee dynamic capability (EDC), and Competitive climate (CC), converging these factors to redefine the contours of Employee Digital Performance (EDP). The survey data for this study were collected from SMEs in four Chinese provinces: Shanghai, Guizhou, Guangdong, and Anhui. The analysis was conducted utilizing CB-SEM (AMOS) to analyze the newly conceptualized framework. The research findings unveil a profound reality: in the digital era, Technological Adaptability (TA), Employee Competitive Attitudes, Employee Competitive Behaviors, and Employee Dynamic Capabilities all exert positive influences on Employee Digital Performance. The study indicates that technological adaptability, as a forward variable of employee competitive attitude and employee competitive behavior, positively influences employees' competitive attitudes and behaviors. Employees possessing competitive attitudes and behaviors enhance their dynamic capabilities, thereby promoting employee digital performance. Furthermore, the research indicates that the Competitive Climate moderates Employee Competitive Behaviors, and Employee Competitive Attitudes drive Employee Dynamic Capabilities, enhancing Employee Digital Performance. In the process of Chinese SMEs striving for digital advantages, this research provides a distinctive perspective. It offers actionable insights into harnessing employees’ traits and capabilities within the continually evolving digital ecosystem.
Disparities in COVID-19 vaccine uptake, attitudes, and experiences between food system and non–food system essential workers
Authors: Smarsh Brianna , Yankey David , Hung Mei-Chuan , Blanck Heidi , Kriss Jennifer , Flynn Michael , Lu Peng-Jun , McGarry Sherri , Eastlake Adrienne , Lainz Alfonso , Singleton James , Lincoln Jennifer
Published: March 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately affected the health of food system (FS) essential workers compared with other essential and non-essential workers. Even greater disparity exists for workers in certain FS work settings and for certain FS worker subpopulations. We analyzed essential worker respondents (n = 151,789) in May–Novem­ber 2021 data from the National Immu­nization Survey Adult COVID Module (NIS-ACM) to assess and characterize COVID-19 vaccination uptake (≥1 dose) and intent (reachable, reluctant), attitudes about COVID-19 and the vaccine, and experiences and difficulties getting the vaccine. We compared rates, overall and by certain character­istics, between workers of the same group, and between FS (n = 17,414) and non–food system (NFS) worker groups (n = 134,375), to determine if differences exist. FS worker groups were classi­fied as “agriculture, forestry, fishing, or hunting” (AFFH; n = 2,730); “food manufacturing facility” (FMF; n = 3,495); and “food and beverage store” (FBS; n = 11,189). Compared with NFS workers, significantly lower percentages of FS workers reported >1 dose of COVID-19 vaccine or vaccine requirements at work or school, but overall vaccine experiences and difficulties among vaccinated FS workers were statistically similar to NFS workers. When we examined intent regarding COVID-19 vaccination among unvaccinated FS workers com­pared with NFS counterparts, we found a higher percentage of FMF and FBS workers were reach­able whereas a higher percentage of AFFH workers were reluctant about vaccination, with differences by sociodemographic characteristics. Overall, results showed differences in uptake, intent, and attitudes between worker groups and by some sociodemographic characteristics. The findings reflect the diversity of FS workers and underscore the importance of collecting occupational data to assess health inequalities and of tailoring efforts to worker groups to improve confidence and uptake of vaccinations for infectious diseases such as COVID-19. The findings can inform future re­search, adult infectious disease interventions, and emergency management planning.
Strengthening nutrition incentive and produce prescription projects: An examination of a capacity building and innovation fund
Authors: Stotz Sarah , Fricke Hollyanne , Byker Shanks Carmen , Reynolds Megan , Laswell Tessa , Sanville Laurel , Hoh Rachel , Parks Courtney
Published: March 2024

The Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP), funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), is a federal program designed to address financial barriers to fruit and vegetable (FV) purchases among consumers with a low income by using financial incentives. To fur­ther strengthen both nutrition incentive (NI) and produce prescription (PPR) GusNIP projects, the GusNIP Nutrition Incentive Training, Technical Assistance, Evalu­ation, and Information Center (NTAE) and its Nutrition Incentive Hub offer Capacity Building and Innovation Fund (CBIF) awards to GusNIP grantees and their partner organizations. The present study applies multiple methods to systematically understand the types of resources requested by CBIF applicants to expand the capacity and impact of their NI and PPR pro­jects by rigorously analyzing the CBIF proposals submitted from 2020 to 2022. Applicants (N = 130) requested funds to build capacity and innova­tion around one or more domains: leadership and staffing (n = 72); communications (n = 67); diver­sity, equity, and inclusion (DEI; n = 57); and tech­nology (n = 42). Three significant qualitative themes emerged around future needs: (1) staffing and technology to streamline applicants’ projects; (2) training, resources, and funding to enhance DEI in their projects; and (3) improved NTAE support, including improvements to the CBIF funding mechanism. Findings from this study can increase awareness about the capacity building and innovation needs of NI and PPR projects for the NTAE, policymakers, and funders to consider when supporting healthy food financial incentive projects.
O estado de transe de um corpo adepto de Vodum no Benim, como inspiração num processo criativo
Authors: Azevedo Eva
Published: March 2024

Este artigo é baseado no processo criativo de Guillaume Niedjo, coreógrafo e bailarino beninense, Hounnon de Vodum, na criação da performance artística Affôtè, vivenciado e desenvolvido quer em contexto de cerimónias rituais Vodum, realizadas nos Hounkpamins, quer em laboratórios de formações e criações artísticas, no Benim. É proposta deste artigo refletir sobre os elementos que caracterizam o uso do estado de transe como inspiração num processo criativo, de um adepto de Vodum, quando passa o seu conhecimento, aprendido com os seus mestres e ancestrais, para uma criação artística. Importa conhecer os princípios e fundamentos que permitem construir/desconstruir a configuração corpórea existente no estado de transe, na criação da performance Affôtè. Metodologicamente socorremo-nos do trabalho de campo realizado no Benim, entre 2018 e 2022, da observação da obra e da aplicação de entrevistas semiestruturadas ao bailarino, a adeptos de Vodum e a Hounnous, no âmbito de uma pesquisa de doutoramento em Dança na Faculdade de Motricidade Humana. Como principal tendência conclusiva destaca-se que Guillaume Niedjo reinterpreta permanentemente a cultura Vodum aprendida e experienciada pelo seu corpo, através da recuperação de comportamentos (Schechner, 1985) ancestrais, seguindo as regras e costumes implícitos na sua cultura. Concomitantemente permite-se ou não usar o estado transe como inspiração criativa. Em Affôtè, transpõe e interpreta a desconstrução do estado de transe uma cerimónia, numa performance do “fazer acreditar” ou “fazer de conta” (Zenícola, 2001), respeitando as regras do que pode ou não ser exposto, assentes na autorreflexão artística e sociocultural do autor.
Cathy Weis talks with Sílvia Pinto Coelho. Sept-Dec 2022, Weis Acres, Broadway SoHo, US
Authors: Coelho Sílvia Pinto
Published: March 2024

This interview was carried out in the context of post-doctoral research centred on attention and choreographic thinking.[1] In this research, the work of US postmodern dance choreographers such as Lisa Nelson and Yvonne Rainer are examples of a type of ethics, aesthetics and even politics that is characteristic of the arts in a particular context and that expands to various other fields, both in terms of approach and focus of interest. Following a stay in New York, another choreographer entered the "collection of US dancers with a camera in their hand", and the use of cinema elements on stage. Cathy Weis's work stands out for its originality in this area, which made me want to interview her in 2022 while staying at her loft. The pretext for my stay in New York was to consult and watch films and videos at the public library (NYPL), visit museums, watch performances, and eventually take dance classes. However, because I was living in the historical terrain of postmodern dance in the United States, I began to see research as "fieldwork" rather than just "archive work".
[1] "Attention and Choreographic Thinking" is the title of Sílvia Pinto Coelho's post-doctoral project (ICNOVA, FCSH 2019-2025).
3D reconstruction of foot metatarsal bones of women using CT images
Authors: Reis Hatice Çatal
Published: March 2024

Bone morphology is a fundamental factor in human anatomy. However, foot and ankle bones have yet to be adequately evaluated in 3-dimensional. It is essential to present the biometric data of anatomical structures. This study formed 3D models of the metatarsal bones of the feet of young women using image processing techniques to examine biometric measurements and determine morphology on these 3D models. This study investigated bone lengths in the metatarsal bones of women feet in Türkiye. A total of ten young female subjects were included as the test group to measure the lengths of their foot metatarsal bones using CT (Computed Tomography) scans, and 20 feet (left/right) were examined. The parameters that were used for the analyses were detector collimation of 64x0.5 mm, section thickness of 0.5 mm, current of 100 mA, tube voltage of 120 kVp, and pixel spacing of 512x512 pixels with a monochrome resolution providing 16-bit gray levels. CT images were processed, and a 3D metatarsal reconstruction was gathered. Then, the biometric measurements were calculated on this 3D model. For the lengths of the volunteers' right/left foot metatarsal bones, statistically significant differences were calculated using a one-sample t-test. For the female metatarsal bones of the left and right feet, statistically significant differences in length were calculated on 3D models. The mean results of the metatarsal length measurements were MT1(metatarsal): 59.52±1.42 mm, MT2: 70.45±1.82 mm, MT3: 66.25±1.82 mm, MT4: 65.12±1.81 mm and MT5: 63.63±1.81 mm. The level of statistical significance was accepted as p <0.05 for the one-sample t-test conducted for each metatarsal bone. The lengths of the right foot metatarsal bones were different from those of the left foot metatarsal bones in the sample. However, this difference was approximately one-tenth of a millimeter. The shortest bone was MT1, and the longest bone was MT2. These measurements are consistent with the anatomical information in the literature. The 3D models from the CT images and the biometric measurements of the metatarsal bones were found to be reliable and accurate.
Welfare Level of Population in the Context of Prices Evolution in the Republic of Moldova
Authors: Gumovschi Ana
Published: March 2024

Recent evolutions in the prices of energy resources and consumer goods have caused major pressures on household incomes. Thus, the share of expenses for food products and the payment of bills for consumed energy resources constitute more than half of the families’ budget in the Republic of Moldova. The real expenses for the mentioned goods and services would have been substantially higher if the state institutions had not intervened in the support of the population by: capping the commercial addition to socially important products, establishing reduced rates of Value Added Tax, granting compensations when paying invoices for the use natural gas, electric and thermal energy. Through this policy, the state aims to minimize the impact of inflation on real incomes and, respectively, on the purchasing power and the level of well-being of the population.
Role of Non-Reimbursable Financial Assistance on the Sustainable Development Goals
Authors: Grumeza Mihaela , Crudu Rodica
Published: March 2024

Foreign financial aid, both repayable and nonrepayable, plays a key role in the economic development trajectories of recipient countries as part of Official Development Assistance (ODA). The effects, whether positive or negative, can be observed in various development indicators, the outcomes being influenced by external factors (crises, political context). Despite the ongoing debate and scholastic divergence, a gap in empirical investigations persists, pertaining to the assessment of the contribution of financial assistance to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) outlined in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This research aims to fill that gap by investigating the role of foreign assistance in helping the Republic of Moldova reach its SDGs. The applied methodology involves factorial analysis correlated with statistical analysis. The research underscores the indispensable role of financial assistance in achieving sustainable development goals in the case of the Republic of Moldova.
Identifying the level of Motivation, Personality Traits and Environment that Influences Students' Creativity in the Creation of Functional Project for the Subject of Design and Technology
Authors: Ismail Zalina , Ladius Azieshella , Abdul Mutalib Asilah , Ab Latif Zahidah , Che Man Shaibatul ’ Islamiah
Published: March 2024

Project implementation is the making of a functional product consisting of mock-ups, partial functional models, and prototype functional products. Therefore, the making of this functional product requires the creativity of the students to produce more innovative ideas in accordance with the product to be presented. Hence, in the production of this functional product each individual creativity has different potential. Therefore, this study was conducted to identify the level of motivation, personality and environment that influence students' creativity in the production of functional products for the subject of Design and Technology (RBT). The study design was quantitative by using the questionnaire method. The research instrument consists of 4 sections and each section consists of several different items namely demographics (4 items), motivation (8 question items), personality (44 question items) and environment (8 question items). A total of 175 form 3 students of SMK Desa Kencana, Lahad Datu was selected as the study sample. Study data was analyzed using descriptive and correlation analysis to find out the relationship between creativity and personality traits. The findings of the study found that the independent variables of motivation level (M = 4.2843, SD = .58299) and environment (M = 4.3293, SD = .75517) can affect students' creativity. Meanwhile, for personality, the mean and deviation values ​​are based on five personality traits, namely openness to experience (M = 3.6469, SD = .41864), conscientiousness (M = 3.6724, SD = .58604), extraversion (M = 3.4921, SD = .57566), agreeableness (M = 3.7073, SD = .42491), and neuroticism (M = 2.7700, SD = .6286). Besides, the results of the analysis of the correlation of creativity with personality significance traits found that there is a positive and negative relationship with levels of 0.01 and 0.05. Personality traits, openness to experience (r = .945, P = .000), conscientiousness (r = .372, P = .000), extraversion (r = .512, P = .000), agreeableness (r = .435, P = .000), had a positive relationship whereas neuroticism trait (r =-. 184, P = .0.15) had a negative relationship. In sum, an individual's creativity in the creation of a functional product can be influenced by their level of motivation, environment, and personality. With the help of the findings, it is hoped that subsequent researchers will be able to determine how much motivation, personality, and environment influence students' creative thinking.
Dukungan Suami, Dukungan Nakes dan Tingkat Pengetahuan serta Hubungannya terhadap Kepatuhan Ibu Hamil Melakukan ANC
Authors: Apriliani Syafitri
Published: March 2024

Pendahuluan: ANC merupakan perawatan ibu dan janin selama masa kehamilan. Kurangnya kunjungan ANC sering kali mengakibatkan kurangnya pengetahuan tentang tanda bahaya kehamilan. Hal ini dapat berisiko terhadap ibu dan janin, seperti terjadinya perdarahan saat kehamilan karena tidak terdeteksinya tanda bahayalsecara dini.
Tujuan: Untuk mengetahui hubungan antara dukungan suami, dukungan nakes dan tingkat pengetahuan terhadap kepatuhan ibu hamil melakukan ANC di UPTD Puskesmas Sukmajaya Tahun 2023.
Metode: Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan penelitian deskriptif analitik dan menggunakan teknik random sampling dan desain cross-sectional, dimana penelitian dilakukan pada saat pengambilan data antara variabel independen dengan variabel dependen yang dilakukan secara bersama-sama pada waktu yang sam. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner, sedangkan sampel pada penelitian ini menggunakan teknik total sampling dengan jumlah 50 responden, telah dilakukan uji validitas dan keseluruhan instrumen yang digunakan adalah valid. Adapun uji analisis data pada penelitian ini menggunakanan uji normal kolmogorov-smirnov, analisis univariat dan analisis bivariat.
Hasil: Hubungan antara dukungan suami terhadap kepatuhan ibu hamil melakukan ANC diperoleh nilai p-value = 0,000 dimana nilai p-value < α (0,05)  nilai odds ratio sebesar 10,000. Hubungan antara dukungan tenaga kesehatan terhadap kepatuhan ibu hamil melakukan ANC diperoleh nilai p-value = 0,033 dimana nilai p-value < α (0,05) dan nilai odds ratio sebesar 4,630. Hubungan antara tingkat pendidikan terhadap kepatuhan ibu hamil melakukan ANC diperoleh nilai p-value = 0,001 dimana nilai p-value < α (0,05) dan nilai odds ratio sebesar 10,267.
Keseimpulan: Terdapat hubungan yang bermakna antara dukungan suami, dukungan tenaga kesehatan, tingkat pendidikan terhadap kepatuhan ibu hamil melakukan ANC di UPTD Puskesmas Sukmajaya tahun 2023.
Peran Bidan, Dukungan Keluarga, dan Status Ekonomi serta Hubungannya terhadap Kunjungan Ibu Hamil
Authors: Sumi Yuni Afian
Published: March 2024

Pendahuluan: Antenatal care merupakan salah satu tiang penyangga dalam upaya menurunkan angka kesakitan dan kematian ibu dan janin. Kunjungan antenatal care yang tinggi diharapkan dapat membantu menurunkan komplikasi serta kematian ibu dan anak melalui pendeteksian dini kehamilan berisiko tinggi. Terdapat faktor yang bisa mempengaruhinya kunjungan antenatal care diantaranya peran bidan, dukungan keluarga dan status ekonomi.
Tujuan: Untuk mengetahui peran bidan, dukungan keluarga, dan status ekonomi terhadap kunjungan ibu hamil di Puskesmas Tondasi Tahun 2021.
Metode: Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan menggunakan metode analitik dengan desain penelitian cross-sectional menggunakan sampel jenuh sebanyak 40 sampel. Instrumen yang dipergunakan dalam penelitian ini berupa angket atau kuesioner. Teknik analisis data menggunakan uji statistik uji chi-square, dimana uji ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan fasilitas crosstab pada program SPSS (Statistical Product and Service Solution).
Hasil: Hasil data dalam penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa nilai p variabel peran bidan adalah 0,0092 (p-value = 0,0092) dengan OR sebesar 16,50, nilai p variabel dukungan keluarga adalah 0,0388 (p-value = 0,388) dengan nilai OR sebesar 8,00, nilai p variabel status ekonomi adalah 0,000 (p-value = 0,000) dengan nilai OR 80.00. Ketiga nilai variabel tersebut memiliki nilai p yang lebih kecil dari (P<0,05).
Kesimpulan: Terdapat hubungan antara peran bidan, dukungan keluarga dan status ekonomi terhadap kunjungan ibu hamil di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Tondasi Kabupaten Muna Barat pada Tahun 2021.
Pengetahuan, Sikap dan Peran Tenaga Kesehatan serta Hubungannya dengan Perilaku Pemberian Imunisasi Dasar
Authors: Apriyani Rindy , Noviyani Ernita Prima
Published: March 2024

Latar Belakang: Imunisasi merupakan sebuah upaya yang dilakukan untuk meningkatkan imunitas seseorang secara aktif terhadap sebuah antigen, sehingga jika nanti seseorang terpapar antigen yang serupa tidak akan menimbulkan penyakit, namun pencapaian imunisasi dasar di Indonesia Tahun 2020 masih belum mencapai standar yang di tetapkan yaitu 83,3 %, sedangkan standar yang ditetapkan adalah 92,9%. Ada beberapa faktor yang mempengaruhi pemberian imunisasi dasar lengkap pada bayi diantaranya pengetahuan ibu tentang imunisasi, sikap ibu serta peran tenaga kesehatan. 
Tujuan: Untuk mengetahui hubungan pengetahuan, sikap dan peran tenaga kesehatan dengan perilaku pemberian imunisasi dasar di Desa Sukaresmi Tahun 2023.
Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan dimensi penelitian cross-sectional. Pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner. Pada penelitian ini teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan adalah teknik total sampling. Jumlah sampel adalah 51 orang. Teknik pengumpulan data  menggunakan instrumen kuesioner. Uji analisis dalam penelitian ini menggunakan uji statistik dengan chi-square.
Hasil: Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa lebih dari sebagian yaitu sebesar 31 (60,8 %) responden memiliki perilaku baik, 36 (70,6%) responden memiliki pengetahuan baik, 28 (54,9%) responden memiliki sikap positif dan 37 (72,5%) responden berpendapat bahwa peran tenaga kesehatan dalam pemberian imunisasi dasar baik. Hasil uji statistik dengan chi-square test diperolah bahwa terdapat hubungan antara pengetahuan (p-value = 0,023), sikap (p-value = 0,002) dan peran tenaga kesehatan (p-value = 0,01) dengan perilaku pemberian imunisasi dasar.
Kesimpulan: Terdapat hubungan antara pengetahuan, sikap dan peran tenaga kesehatan dengan perilaku pemberian imunisasi dasar.
The Effect of Laughter Therapy Yoga on Blood Pressure in Hypertension Sufferers
Authors: Marisa Siti , Danismaya Irawan
Published: March 2024

Background: Hypertension or high blood pressure, sometimes referred to as arterial hypertension is a chronic medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is increased. One of the lifestyle modifications that can overcome hypertension is by recommending to be more relaxed. One of the relaxation alternatives for people with hypertension is laughter yoga therapy.
Objectives: This study aims to determine the effect of laughter yoga therapy on blood pressure in hypertensive patients in Bojong Village, Karangtengah District, Cianjur Regency in 2022.
Methods: This research uses a Quasi-experimental type of research using a one-group pretest-posttest design without a control group where data collection and measurement of the independent and dependent variables are carried out simultaneously with the dependent variable of blood pressure reduction, namely the independent variable. laughter yoga therapy. This study aims to determine the effect of Laughter Yoga Therapy on Blood Pressure in Hypertension Sufferers. The intervention was carried out with laughter yoga for 5 days, in January 2023 this intervention lasted 15-20 minutes. A total of 17 respondents. Determination of the sample using a purposive sampling technique. Data was collected using a questionnaire and the data collected was tested using Wilcoxon.
Results: research from the measurement of the pre-test MAP P-Value = 0.029 post-test MAP P-Value = 0.009, This study shows the effect of laughter yoga therapy on reducing blood pressure P-Value = 0.000 Wilcoxon test. This means Ho is rejected and the sample supports a significant influence
Conclusion: should better address the problems of Indonesian society related to the increase in patients with hypertension
Rhythmic Gymnastics Therapy Has an Effect on Reducing Blood Pressure in Hypertension Sufferers
Authors: Febriani Syifa , Danismaya Irawan , Purnama Agus
Published: March 2024

Background: Rhythmic exercise therapy for blood pressure in hypertensive sufferers is one of the non-pharmacological intervention techniques that can be used by hypertensive sufferers.
Objective: This research aims to determine the effect of rhythmic exercise therapy on blood pressure in hypertension sufferers in Cisalak Village, Cibeber District, Cianjur Regency in 2022.
Method: The design of this research is a Quasy Experiment design, non-equivalent pre-test and post-test with a control group design. The population in this study were all residents of Cisalak village, Cibeber subdistrict, Cianjur district with a sample of 32 respondents (16 intervention and 16 controls). The instrument used in this research was an observation sheet. Data collection techniques by observation. The analysis used is Univariate and Bivariate using the Wilcoxon test.
Results: The blood pressure of hypertensive patients before being given rhythmic exercise therapy provided information on the value (Mean Arterial Pressure) with a mean value of MAP of 113 mmHg before the intervention from 16 intervention respondents with a minimum MAP of 106 mmHg and a maximum MAP of 120 mmHg. After conducting research, the results of the mean value were MAP 103 mmHg, minimum MAP 96 mmHg, and maximum MAP 113 mmHg. The results of the Wilcoxon Signed Rank T-Test test between the values ​​of the Intervention Group and the Control Group showed that the P-value was 0.001, and the Intervention p-value <0.005.
Conclusion: That there is an effect of rhythmic exercise therapy on patients suffering from hypertension in Cisalak village, Cibeber subdistrict, Cianjur district in the intervention group.