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Aplikasi Konsep Wasatiyyah dalam Pengurusan Perbelanjaan Perkahwinan menurut Perspektif Islam [Application on Wasatiyyah Concept in Islamic Wedding Expenses Management]
Authors: Mohd Affandy Muhammad Aiman Izzudin , Syed Husin Syh Noorul Madihah
Published: October 2023

Perkahwinan masa kini memperlihatkan kesukaran dan kesulitan dalam pelaksanaannya oleh masyarakat Islam moden. Ini berpunca daripada bebanan perbelanjaan perkahwinan yang semakin meruncing yang disebabkan oleh peningkatan kos pelaksanaan elemen utama perkahwinan, sambutan adat budaya dan trend semasa yang pelbagai. Gaya perbelanjaan yang tidak mesra syarak dan berlebih-lebihan menjadikan perkahwinan masa kini dilihat seakan-akan ibadah yang membebankan. Cabaran dalam melaksanakan perkahwinan tersebut membuatkan masyarakat terdedah dengan isu sosial seperti zina, berhutang dan perkahwinan lewat usia yang boleh mencemarkan institusi perkahwinan dalam Islam. Justeru, artikel ini akan memfokuskan mengenai konsep wasatiyyah menurut syarak dan pengaplikasiannya dalam pengurusan perbelanjaan perkahwinan menurut perspektif Islam. Bagi mencapai objektif tersebut, kajian kualitatif berbentuk kepustakaan digunakan bagi mengumpul data dan maklumat berkenaan konsep wasatiyyah. Hasil kajian mendapati terdapat tiga konsep perbelanjaan perkahwinan berdasarkan konsep wasatiyyah yang mana terdiri daripada adil dalam perbelanjaan, perbelanjaan sepadan kemampuan dan mengelakkan pembaziran yang mana jelas dapat membantu memudahkan urusan perbelanjaan perkahwinan masyarakat moden. Konsep ini mampu menjadi panduan bagi masyarakat dalam melaksanakan perbelanjaan perkahwinan mengikut perspektif Islam.

Marriage implemented by modern Muslim society nowadays signifies difficulties and inconveniencies. This stems from the escalating burden of wedding expenses caused by the rising cost of implementing the main elements of marriage, cultural custom celebrations, and various current trends. The religiously discouraged and extravagant style of spending makes today's marriage seen as a burdensome act of worship. The challenges in implementing marriage today make society vulnerable to social issues such as adultery, debt, and late marriage that can damage the institution of marriage in Islam. Thus, this article will focus on the concept of wasatiyyah according to Islamic law and its application in the management of wedding expenses according to the Islamic perspective. To achieve these objectives, qualitative research in the form of a literature review is used to collect data and information on the concept of wasatiyyah. The results of the study found that there are three concepts of wedding expenses based on the concept of wasatiyyah which consists of sensible spending, affordable spending, and avoiding over-sufficiency and waste which can undoubtedly help facilitate the wedding expenses of modern society. According to the Islamic perspective, these concepts can guide the community in implementing wedding expenses.
The Effects of Storytelling Format and Gender Difference on Festival Visitors’ Engagement and Behavioral Intention
Authors: Jang Yisak (Isaac) , Li Yizhi (Ian) , Chen Han , Bordelon Bridget , Green Yvette
Published: October 2023

The use of storytelling is becoming increasingly widespread in the event and tourism industry. However, despite the growing popularity of the storytelling strategy, to date, limited research has examined how festival organizers effectively utilize this strategy. Consequently, this research
aims (a) to examine whether storytelling influences visitors’ engagement and behavioral intention, (b) to investigate how such impacts differ according to when visitors hear the story (i.e., temporal distance), and (c) to explore whether gender moderates the impact of the storytelling format.
Study 1 indicates that storytelling positively influences visitors’ engagement. The results also reveal that visitors show a significantly higher level of behavioral intention when they heard the festival story more than 3 months before the festival. Study 2 finds that women have higher
engagement and intention to visit when storytelling is delivered in video rather than image format, while men exhibit no such difference in engagement and intention to visit.
Zyklische Scherprüfung metallischer Folien/Cyclic shear testing for metallic foils
Authors: Karadogan Celalettin , Beck Maxim , Cyron Patrick , Riedmüller Kim Rouven , Liewald Mathias
Published: October 2023

Die Bemühungen zur Emissionsreduktion in den Bereichen Energie und Mobilität führen zu einer steigenden Nachfrage nach geformten Bauteilen aus dünnen Metallfolien. Die Herstellung und Auslegung solcher Komponenten gestalten sich als äußerst anspruchsvoll. Herkömmliche Charakterisierungsversuche für die digitale Auslegung dieser Bauteile stoßen an ihre Grenzen. Daher wird in diesem Kontext ein innovativer Versuchsaufbau für den zyklischen Scherversuch vorgestellt, der die strukturelle Stabilität der Probe erhöht und eine Modellierung des Verfestigungsverhaltens ermöglicht.

 

Efforts to reduce emissions in the fields of energy and mobility lead to an increasing demand for shaped components made from thin metal foils. Manufacturing and designing such components is highly challenging. Conventional characterization tests for designing these components digitally are reaching their limits. In this context, an innovative setup for cyclic shear testing is introduced, enhancing the structural stability of the specimen and enabling modeling of the material‘s strengthening behavior.
Entscheidungsfaktoren der Produktionsnetzwerkkonfiguration/Decision factors in production network configuration
Authors: Steier Gwen , Heusch Antonius , Voigt Jaakob , Benfer Martin , Lanza Gisela
Published: October 2023

Globale Produktionsnetzwerke von Industrieunternehmen haben sich infolge von vielfältigen strategischen Motiven über Jahrzehnte weiterentwickelt. Diese Motive können sowohl klar quantifizierbar als auch eher qualitativer Natur sein, wie etwa der Zugang zu Fachkräften und Kompetenzen. Es stellt sich die Frage, welche Entscheidungsfaktoren zur Bewertung, Gestaltung und Optimierung von Produktionsnetzwerken für die Unternehmenspraxis von Relevanz sind. Dieser Beitrag zeigt die Ergebnisse einer Reihe von Experteninterviews und gibt somit eine Antwort auf die genannte Fragestellung.

 

Global production networks of industrial companies have evolved over decades as a result of a variety of strategic motives. These motives can be both clearly quantifiable and of a more qualitative nature, such as access to skilled labour and to competences. Thus, the question arises which decision factors for evaluating, designing and optimizing production networks are relevant for business practice. This paper presents the results of a series of expert interviews and thus provides an answer to the mentioned question.
Kollaborative Umsetzung von As-a-Service- Geschäftsmodellen/Collaborative implementation of as-a-service business models – Faster success through partnerships
Authors: Dörr David Maximilian , Rieck Steffi , Fluhrer Florian
Published: October 2023

Der Erfolg von Geschäftsmodellen hängt davon ab, wie sich ein Leistungsangebot am Markt durchsetzt und wie es von den Kunden nachgefragt wird. Diese Nachfrage kann nur in der Interaktion mit realen Kunden nachgewiesen werden. Um ein Geschäftsmodell möglichst schnell auf den Markt zu bringen und damit agil anpassen zu können, müssen sich interne und externe Kompetenzen ergänzen.

 

The success of business models depends on the way a service offering establishes itself on the market and on the demand by customers. This demand can only be verified in interaction with real customers. In order to bring a business model to the market as quickly as possible and thus be able to adapt it in an agile manner, internal and external competencies must complement each other.
SURGICAL TREATMENT OF ACUTE PURULENTDESTRUCTIVE DISEASES OF THE LUNGS AND PLEURA
Authors: Boyko V. V. , Tkachenko V. V. , Korzh P. I. , Khashchyna V. O. , Krytsak V. , Teplyak O. V.
Published: October 2023

Abstract. Acute purulent-destructive diseases of the lungs and pleura still occupy a significant part of the total number of inflammatory diseases of the chest cavity and mediastinum. Ultrasound and CT scan of the pleural cavity is becoming more and more important in the diagnosis and treatment of purulent-destructive diseases of the lungs and pleura. The combined use of minimally invasive surgery methods, accelerating the elimination of the purulent process in the lungs and pleura, prevents the development of pneumosclerosis and fibrothorax, that is, the transition to a chronic course of the disease.
MODERN SCREENING METHODS FOR EARLY DETECTION OF COLORECTAL CANCER (LITERATURE REVIEW)
Authors: Boyko V. V. , Savvi S. O. , Zamyatin D. P. , Zamyatin P. M. , Novikov E. A. , Zhydetskyi V. V. , Rudenko S. S.
Published: October 2023

Abstract. Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most common malignant tumours of the human gastrointestinal tract. The development of colorectal cancer consists of several stages, starting with benign adenomatous polyps in the inner wall of the large intestine and rectum, and then gradually developing into advanced adenoma, carcinoma in situ and invasive carcinoma. The aim of this review of current literature is to consider new routine screening and diagnostic methods (e.g. endoscopy and CT colonoscopy, SEPT9 methylation analysis, faecal test) and to search for reliable molecular markers for early diagnosis of CRC.
Effect of Board Knowledge Capital on Organizational Performance of Listed Companies in Nigeria
Authors: Osazevbaru Henry Osahon , Ogwu Kevwe Rita , Demaki Godwin
Published: October 2023

The study investigated the effect of board knowledge capital on organizational performance in Nigeria. The study, anchored on the Resource Dependence Theory, adopted the ex post facto research design and obtained relevant data from financial statements of sampled manufacturing companies for the period 2012 to 2021. Findings of the study indicated that board educational qualification, and board work experience have a positive and significant positive effect on organizational performance. The study further revealed that board financial literacy and board international experience have positive but not significant effect on organisational performance of listed manufacturing companies in Nigeria. The study concludes that board knowledge capital influences organizational performance of listed manufacturing companies in Nigeria and recommends amongst others that shareholders who have been saddled with the primary responsibility of selecting board of directors must focus on a more comprehensive board selection process that prioritizes educational qualifications and relevant experience.
Analisis Aplikasi E-Wallet di Indonesia Pada Tingkat Konsumsi Masyarakat Selama Pandemi dan Pasca Pandemi COVID-19
Authors: Malau Melinda , Michanola Christina , Yolanda Christina , Maduwu Rivald
Published: October 2023

Pandemi COVID-19 telah merusak banyak elemen kehidupan sehari-hari, termasuk cara masyarakatberoperasi dalam transaksi. Tujuan penelitian ini diadakan adalah untuk mengeksplorasi efektivitaspenggunaan e-wallet untuk transaksi non-tunai selama pandemi COVID-19. Survei berbasis web yangdiselesaikan oleh 133 pengguna reguler dompet elektronik berfungsi sebagai metodologi penelitian. Surveiini bertujuan untuk mengumpulkan data tentang preferensi dan pengalaman pengguna dalam menggunakane-wallet selama pandemi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan e-wallet meningkat secarasignifikan selama pandemi. Responden melaporkan bahwa e-wallet memberikan kemudahan dan keamanandalam melakukan transaksi non-tunai. Maka, dapat disimpulkan bahwa penggunaan e-wallet telahmembuktikan sebagai solusi transaksi non-tunai yang efektif selama masa pandemi COVID-19. E-walletmemberikan kemudahan, keamanan, dan kemampuan untuk bertransaksi secara cepat. Dalam situasi yangsulit ini, e-wallet berperan penting dalam memfasilitasi pembayaran online. Penggunaan e-wallet diharapkanterus meningkat di masa depan sebagai bagian dari transformasi digital yang sedang terjadi dalam sistempembayaran.

Kata kunci : E-Wallet, pandemi, COVID-19, tingkat konsumsi, masyarakat
Pengaruh Daya Tarik Pesaing Kualitas Pelayanan terhadap Loyalitas Pelanggan Usaha UMKM Mie Ayam I Love You di Kabupaten Tangerang dengan Lokasi Usaha sebagai Variabel Intervening
Authors: Rufial Rufial
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh lokasi usaha, daya tarik pesaing, dan kualitas pelayanan terhadap loyalitas pelanggan pada UMKM Mie Ayam Bakso I Love You di Kabupaten Tangerang. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan pengumpulan data menggunakan metode kuisioner serta sampel sebanyak 387 orang responden. Berdasarkan pengolahan data yang dilakukan dengan program Lisrel 8.80, diperoleh koefisien determinasi (adjusted r-square) sebesar 0,28 artinya kontribusi variabel daya tarik pesaing, kualitas pelayanan dan lokasi usaha terhadap variabel loyalitas pelanggan sebesar 28% dan sisanya sebesar 62 % dipengaruhi oleh faktor lain yang tidak dimasukkan ke dalam penelitian ini. Berdasarkan uji t, semua variabel memiliki nilai signifikansi kurang dari 0,05, sehingga semua variabel secara parsial berpengaruh terhadap loyalitas pelanggan. Lokasi usaha sebagai variabel yang memediasi variabel daya tarik pesaing dan kualitas pelayanan bersifat partial mediating. Uji- F diperoleh nilai signifikansi 0,000 sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa lokasi usaha, daya tarik pesaing, dan kualitas pelayanan secara bersama sama berpengaruh signifikan terhadaployalitas pelanggan pada UMKM mie ayam bakso I Love You di Desa Cikupa, Kabupaten Tangerang.

Kata Kunci: Lokasi Usaha, Daya Tarik Pesaing, Kualitas Pelayanan, Loyalitas Pelanggan
Pengaruh Brand Image, Kualitas Produk, Persepsi Harga Terhadap Pembelian Ulang Kopi Janji Jiwa
Authors: Rusnovia Hanna , Aryani Lina
Published: October 2023

ABSTRAKSebagai salah satu negara agraris, Indonesia lebih banyak bertumpu pada pertaniannya. Salah satu subsektor yangmenjadi tumpuan adalah Sektor Kopi. Konsumsi kopi di Indonesia juga meningkat karena didukung oleh produksikopi yang tinggi. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian Kuantitatif yang bertujuan untuk menganalisis adakahpengaruh Brand Image, Kualitas Produk, Persepsi Harga Terhadap Pembelian Ulang Kopi Janji Jiwa. Sampel daripenelitian ini adalah Mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis UPN Veteran Jakarta Angkatan 2019, 2020, 2021,2022 dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 100 orang. Teknik pengambilan sampel dilakukan dengan non probabilitysampling dengan metode purposive sampling. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan metode kuesioner dan analisisdilakukan menggunakan aplikasi SmartPLS 3.0. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa : (1) Brand Image tidakberpengaruh signifikan terhadap Pembelian Ulang sebesar 0.301, (2) Kualitas Produk tidak berpengaruhsignifikan terhadap Pembelian Ulang sebesar 0.209, (3) Persepsi Harga berpengaruh positif dan signifikanterhadap Pembelian Ulang sebesar 0.375.Kata Kunci : Brand Image, Kualitas Produk, Persepsi Harga, Pembelian Ulang, Kopi Janji JiwaABSTRACTAs one of the agricultural countries, Indonesia is more Lots rely on agriculture. One of the subsector to be relyon is the Coffee Sector. Coffee consumption in Indonesia is also increasing because supported by high coffeeproduction . This is a Quantitative study aim for analyze influence of Brand Image, Product Quality, Price ofPerception to Repurchase Decision Janji Jiwa’s Coffee. Sample from this study is student Faculty of Economicsand Business UPN Veteran Jakarta Class of 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 with amount sample as many as 100 people.The sampling technique was carried out with non-probability sampling with purposive sampling method . Datacollection using a questionnaire and analysis done use application SmartPLS 3.0. Research results showing that: (1) Brand Image has No significant Influential to repurchase decision of 0.301, (2) Quality Product has Nosignificant influential to repurchase decision of 0.209, (3) price perception has an effect positive and significanttorepurchase decision of 0.375.Keywords : Brand Image , Quality Product , Price Perception, Repurchase Decision, Janji Jiwa
Pengaruh Pelatihan, Pengalaman Kerja dan Gaji Terhadap Kinerja Barista Coffee Shop Di Rawalumbu Bekasi, Jawa Barat
Authors: Bima Senatadin M. Aditya , Mahanani Estu
Published: October 2023

ABSTRAKPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pelatihan, pengalaman kerja, dan gaji terhadapkinerja barista coffee shop di Rawalumbu, Bekasi, Jawa Barat. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian iniadalah kuantitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini menggunakan teknik pengumpulan datadari hasil penyebaran kuesioner dengan skala ordinal. Adapun teknik analisis data pada penelitian inidengan menggunakan Structural Equation Modeling – Partial Least Structural (SEM-PLS) dengansoftware SmartPLS 3.2.9. Berdasarkan hasil analisis data, diperoleh kesimpulan bahwa pelatihan tidakmemiliki pengaruh terhadap kinerja barista coffee shop di Rawalumbu, Bekasi, Jawa Barat, sedangkanpengalaman kerja dan gaji memiliki pengaruh terhadap kinerja barista coffee shop di Rawalumbu, Bekasi,Jawa Barat.Kata kunci : Pelatihan, Pengalaman Kerja, Gaji, Kinerja, Barista, Coffee Shop.ABSTRACTThe purpose of the study is to find out how training, employment history, and pay affect theperformance of coffee shop baristas in Rawalumbu, Bekasi, West Java. This study employed aquantitative methodology. While data analysis methods in this study employed StructuralEquation Modeling - Partial Least Structural (SEM-PLS) with SmartPLS 3.2.9 software, datacollecting methods in this study used results of distributing questionnaires with an ordinal scale.Based on the analysis of the data, it can be said that training has no impact on the performanceof coffee shop baristas in Rawalumbu, Bekasi, West Java, while work experience and salary hasan impact, on coffee barista performance in Rawalumbu, Bekasi, West Java.Keyword : Training, Employment History, Salary, Performance, Barista, Cofee Shop.
Strategi Penanaman Nilai Sila Ke-2 Pancasila Pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19, Oleh Mahasiswa Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta
Authors: Setiyawati Marina Ery , Subakdi Subakdi , Hermina Hermina , Wahyuningtyas Widayani
Published: October 2023

This study aims to describe the cultivation of the values of just and cultured humanity to UPNVJ students.Pancasila values are the foundational principles or perspectives in actions, even during the Covid-19 pandemic,these values must be upheld, especially in implementing government policies in the field of education. Lecturers,as essential components of the educational workforce, have the task of facilitating the learning process. Cultivationstrategies refer to the methods and art of utilizing resources to achieve specific goals. Planting the values ofPancasila's second principle in higher education needs to be applied to confront the era of globalization, whichwitnesses the influx of various new cultures and civilizations from different nations around the world. Theimplementation of humanitarian values in national and societal life certainly cannot escape violations related tothese values. This study employs a quantitative research approach. The subjects of this study are students of theNational Veteran Development University Jakarta. Data collection is carried out by distributing questionnaires tothe students. The results of this study can be concluded that the cultivation of the values of just and culturedhumanity by UPNVJ students predominantly yields highly agreeable results. It is expected that students can instillthe values of the second principle of Pancasila, which is the value of just and cultured humanity, in their dailylives.
Penerapan Terapi Realitas Teknik WDEP untuk Meningkatkan Harga Diri pada WBS di PSKW Adam Dewi
Authors: Putri Roza Elmanika , Sovitriana Rilla
Published: October 2023

PSKW Adam Dewi is a forum for providing guidance, services, and social rehabilitation forprostitutes so that they are able to be independent and play an active role in social life. It's just thatmost WBS do not follow existing programmes, so the goals of PSKW do not materialise. Afterconducting a psychological examination with clinical interviews, observation, psychological tests,and administering the Rosenberg Self esteem Scale (RSES), it is known that WBS shows behaviourin assessing himself as incapable, feeling disliked, feeling dirty, and being pessimistic about his life.The lack of effort he does, and he doesn't want to be difficult in developing his potential. Afterimplementing the WDEP technique of group reality therapy, it was found that there was a desire totry more and be able to think more positively. Understand the goals and good hopes of therehabilitation carried out as capital in the future. The percentage increase in self-esteem averaged49%.
Situational Crime Prevention Dalam Kejahatan Pencurian Kelapa Sawit di PT Bintara Tani Nusantara, Sumatera Barat
Authors: Margaret Monica , Puspita Febiana Indah
Published: October 2023

This article discusses crime prevention strategies with a situational approach in palm oil theft atPT Bintara Tani Nusantara (BTN). Situational Crime Prevention theory focuses on theopportunity, the place or context in which the crime is committed, and the target of the crime. Thisanalysis explains the factors of palm oil theft in PT BTN's plantation then the application of crimeprevention strategies in security implemented by PT BTN. The method used in this research isdescriptive qualitative research method. The research was conducted in the plantation of PT BTNSungai Beremas Sub-district and was conducted within five months. This research obtained datafrom three sources. The first source is an Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil System (ISPO) staff atPT BTN, then the second source is PT BTN plantation security, and the last source is a formerconvict of palm oil theft at PT BTN. The results of this study show that the security measuresimplemented by PT BTN in guarding the plantation area include guard posts, barrier portal, ditchessurrounding the plantation area and roving security guards who conduct surveillance by walkingaround the PT BTN plantation area.
OPTIMIZATION OF AFRICAN LEAF EXTRACT CREAM FORMULA (Vernonia amygdalina Del.) AS AN ANTIBACTERIAL Staphylococcus aureus
Authors: Zahra Iklila , Indrayati Ana , Kuncahyo Ilham
Published: October 2023

The use of natural ingredients as active medicinal substances has been developed again, one of which is African leaf extract (Vernonia amygdalina Del.), which is used as an antimicrobial bacterium against Staphylococcus aureus, which causes skin disease. The aim of this study was to compare the antibacterial activity of African leaf extracts and fractions, as well as to optimize the cream preparation formula using a factorial design with a combination of stearic acid, triethanolamine (TEA), and Adeps lanae with the critical parameters of pH, viscosity, spreadability, Franz diffusion, and KBM value. This study used experimental methods to determine the highest antibacterial activity by disc diffusion from extracts and active fractions of African leaves using solvents of different polarities. The extract or fraction with the highest antibacterial activity was formulated using a combination cream of stearic acid, triethanolamine, and adeps lanae. After obtaining the cream formula, physical testing of the cream, penetration test, and antibacterial test using macrodilution were performed, and the most optimal formula was determined using a factorial design. The extract standardization test results met both specific and non-specific parameters. In the disc diffusion antibacterial test, the highest activity was found in the African leaf extract (13.23 ± 0.757 mm) against Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. Variations in cream composition affect pH, viscosity, spreadability, and Franz diffusion...
Model-Based Design Optimization using CDFG for Image Processing on FPGA
Authors: Chumpol Surachate , Solod Panadda , Thongnoo Krerkchai , Jindapetch Nattha
Published: October 2023

As the automotive industry moves toward autonomous driving and ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), Model-Based Design (MBD) is a practical design methodology. It can be used to develop rapid prototyping by using MATLAB and Simulink. The MBD method still has limitations for handling complex models. This paper uses the Control Data Flow Graph (CDFG), an intermediate representation for analyzing complex algorithms, so that suitable optimizations for image processing applications can be implemented on an FPGA. The experimental results show that the proposed CDFG method improved both the area and speed of the edge detection case study compared with the MathWorks Vision HDL toolbox.
Evaluation of anticancerogenic effect of flavonoid rich Verbascum gypsicola Vural & Aydoğdu methanolic extract against SH-SY5Y cell line
Authors: Şirin Seda
Published: October 2023

Neuroblastoma (NB) is an embryonal neoplasm affecting the autonomic branch of the nervous system; it is the most commonly detected cancer type in children. NBs affecting children mostly present with metastatic disease that is hardly treatable with intensive multimodal therapy and portends a poor prognosis. Therefore, the likelihood of children with high-risk NB relapse remains extremely high, which calls for urgent action to discover novel treatment options to improve survival. Assessing the anti-cancer properties of known natural compounds may offer novel therapeutic options against NB. In this study we aimed to investigate the anti-cancer properties of the Verbacum gypsicola methanol extract (VGME) rich in flavonoids on SH-SY5Y cell line. For this purpose, we used LC-MS analysis to investigate the flavonoid composition of VGME, MTT analysis to investigate its effect on cell viability, and flow cytometry and qRT-PCR analyses to investigate its effect on apoptosis. VGME had a high flavonoid content. Its IC50 dose was 50 μg/mL at 48 hours. It significantly increased intracellular ROS level, apoptotic cells’ percentage, and mitochondrial disruption. The capacity of VGME to block cancer growth via an intrinsic apoptotic route implies that it might be a classic option for anticancer drug creation.
Prescribing trends of amoxicillin, ceftriaxone, and moxifloxacin across different districts of Karachi, Pakistan
Authors: Salman Ashfaq Ahmad  , Nighat Razvi  , Salman Ahmed  , Fatima Rehman  , Azfar Athar Ishaqui  , Sumera Imran   , Muhammad Imran  , Javeria Farooq  , Abdul Rahman  , Ahmed Muhammad Shaikh  , Shayan Ahmed  , Zeeshan Ahmed
Published: October 2023

Antibiotic resistance is a major public health concern worldwide due to misuse and overuse of antibiotics. This study aimed to evaluate the dispensing trends of three frequently prescribed antibiotics including Amoxicillin, Ceftriaxone, and Moxifloxacin in various districts of Karachi. A cross-sectional study was conducted using a questionnaire distributed in pharmacies across different districts of Karachi, Pakistan. Data was analyzed to determine the dispensing trend of these three antibiotics. The results indicated that Amoxicillin was the most commonly prescribed antibiotic, followed by Ceftriaxone and then Moxifloxacin. District-wise analysis showed that Amoxicillin was the most commonly prescribed antibiotic in the south district. The frequent prescribing of these antibiotics has contributed to the antibiotic resistance. This study highlights the need for interventions to ensure rational prescribing practices so that antibiotic resistance can be prevented.
Phytochemicals and therapeutic use of date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L) – A narrative review
Authors: Shaikh Marvi , Channa Naseem Aslam , Arain Sadia Qamar , Magsi Nayab , Mahesar Fawad , Shaikh Mehnaz , Laghari Mubina , Khichi Kamran
Published: October 2023

This article provides a summary of phytochemical composition, nutritional value and health benefits of Pheonix Dactylifera L, commonly known as dates. Additionally, the article explores the potential of date fruit to be utilized as a food medicine in the treatment of various human diseases. We conducted a comprehensive review of the existing literature on the biological functions of date palm and its potential health benefits, utilizing databases literature search engines including PubMed, Scopus, Science Direct and google scholar. Regular consumption of date palm fruits (DPFs) may lower the risk of developing various chronic diseases due to its antioxidant, antidiabetic, antibacterial, anticancer and anti-mutagenic properties. Additionally, the pollen of date palm trees contains high levels of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, making it an excellent natural supplement with substantial nutritional value and energy-boosting properties. Date palm components have demonstrated potent antioxidant effects and have played a crucial role in both male and female reproductive systems, promoting fertility in both genders. Date palm pollen (DPP) has shown gonadal-stimulating potency in females and can significantly increase testosterone levels in individuals with Oligoasthenozoospermia and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) levels in patients with Azoospermia, making it as a potential treatment for reproductive health. According to the literature, date fruit is a highly nutritious fruit compared to other commonly consumed fruits. In conclusion dates have been shown to have a significant impact on various female reproductive parameters such as oogenesis, oocyte development, hormone modulation, and pregnancy strength.
Investigating the Knowledge Levels about Skin Cancer and Sun Health of Individuals Aged 18 and Over: A Descriptive Study
Authors: Çelik Ayşegül , Öztürk Aslıhan
Published: October 2023

Objective: The aim of this study is to examine the level of knowledge of individuals aged 18 and over on skin cancer and sun health.

Methods: This descriptive study was conducted between December 2021 and March 2022. The sample of the study consisted of 277 individuals who met the inclusion criteria. Data were collected using the Individual Descriptive Information Form and the Skin Cancer and Sun Information Scale. SPSS 21 package program was used in the analysis of the data and the p value was accepted as
PENGARUH PROMO IKLAN E-COMMERCE DAN HEDONIC SHOPING VALUE TERHADAP IMPULSE BUYING MELALUI KEPUASAN PELANGGAN DALAM PERSPEKTIF EKONOMI ISLAM DI SURABAYA BARAT
Authors: Fitryani Fitryani , Mardiyanah Umu
Published: October 2023

Penelitian menguji dan menganalisis pengaruh promo iklan E-commerce dan hedonic shoping value terhadap impulsing  buying melalui kepuasan pelanggan dalam perspektif ekonomi Islam. Analisa menggunakan statistik dengan alat bantu SmartPLS Versi 3.0. Hasil Penelitian Variabel Promo Iklan E-commerce, Hedonic Shoping Value secara langsung berpengaruh Terhadap Kepuasan Pelanggan dalam perspektif ekonomi Islam. Variabel Kepuasan Pelanggan secara langsung berpengaruh signifikan  Terhadap Impulse Buying. Variabel Promo Iklan E-commerce dengan Impulse Buying melaluiKepuasan Pelanggan. Variabel Hedonic Shoping Value secara tidak langsung berpengaruh signifikan dengan Impulse Buying melalui Kepuasan Pelanggan.Variabel Hedonic Shoping Value dengan Impulse Buying secara tidak langsung berpengaruh signifikan melalui Kepuasan Pelanggan.
PENERAPAN SISTEM KEUANGAN DESA DALAM PENGELOLAAN KEUANGAN DESA PELEMWATU
Authors: Laili Nisfatul , Sa'diyah Khalimatus , Kebabu Ernestiana
Published: October 2023

Sistem keuangan desa (SISKEUDES) merupakan suatu aplikasi yang digunakan oleh desa dalam proses penganggaran, penatausahaan serta pelaporan keuangan desa. Sistem keuangan desa (SISKEUDES) secara otomatis menghasilkan berbagai laporan yang diperlukan, sehingga dapat menghemat waktu dan biaya, mengurangi potensi kecurangan dan kesalahan, dan membantu agregasi data.. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis implementasi Sistem Keuangan Desa (SISKEUDES) terhadap pengelolaan keuangan di Desa Pelemwatu Kecamatan Menganti Kabupaten Gresik, penelitian ini menggunakan data kualitatif Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan Purposive Sampling. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa (1) Pelaksanaan Sistem Keuangan Desa di Desa Pelemwatu telah berjalan dengan baik (2) Prosedur penggunaan SISKEUDES dilakukan 4 tahap yaitu perencanaan, melaksanakan penatausahaan, dan pelaporan (3) SISKEUDES telah memberikan pengaruh positif terhadap kinerja masing-masing pegawai Desa.

Kata kunci: Sistem Keuangan Desa, Keuangan Desa.
KIC 9028474: A Long-period Eclipsing Binary on a Highly Eccentric Orbit
Authors: Özdarcan Orkun
Published: October 2023

We present a comprehensive analysis of a very long-period (124.93669 days) eclipsing binary KIC 9028474, which is composed of F9V+G1V components on a highly eccentric (e = 0.82029) orbit. Masses and radii of the primary and the secondary components are M
1 = 1.18 ± 0.04 M
⊙, M
2 = 1.04 ± 0.03 M
⊙, R
1 = 1.52 ± 0.02 R
⊙, and R
2 = 1.11 ± 0.01 R
⊙, respectively. Eclipse time variations show the presence of apsidal motion, which in turn shows the existence of a third body in a relatively close orbit. Simultaneous analysis of infrared spectra and space photometry reveals that the primary component is about to leave the main sequence, indicating an age of 5.2 ± 0.8 Gyr for the system. Theoretical evaluation of the observed eccentricity indicates that the components of KIC 9028474 will end their whole life much before the orbital circularization is achieved. Given the limited resolution of the spectra, we can only place an upper limit on the rotational velocities of each star, thus a theoretical evaluation of the synchronization of the components.
Beyond Spectroscopy. II. Stellar Parameters for over 20 Million Stars in the Northern Sky from SAGES DR1 and Gaia DR3
Authors: Huang Yang , Beers Timothy C. , Yuan Haibo , Tan Ke-Feng , Wang Wei , Zheng Jie , Li Chun , Lee Young Sun , Li Hai-Ning , Zhao Jing-Kun , Xue Xiang-Xiang , Liu Yujuan , Zhang Huawei , Sun Xue-Ang , Li Ji , Gu Hong-Rui , Wolf Christian , Onken Christopher A. , Liu Jifeng , Fan Zhou , Zhao Gang
Published: October 2023

We present precise photometric estimates of stellar parameters, including effective temperature, metallicity, luminosity classification, distance, and stellar age, for nearly 26 million stars using the methodology developed in the first paper of this series, based on the stellar colors from the Stellar Abundances and Galactic Evolution Survey (SAGES) Data Release 1 and Gaia Early Data Release 3. The optimal design of stellar-parameter sensitive uv filters by SAGES has enabled us to determine photometric-metallicity estimates down to −3.5, similar to our previous results with the SkyMapper Southern Survey (SMSS), yielding a large sample of over five million metal-poor ([Fe/H] ≤ −1.0) stars and nearly one million very metal-poor ([Fe/H] ≤ −2.0) stars. The typical precision is around 0.1 dex for both dwarf and giant stars with [Fe/H] > −1.0, and 0.15–0.25/0.3–0.4 dex for dwarf/giant stars with [Fe/H] < −1.0. Using the precise parallax measurements and stellar colors from Gaia, effective temperature, luminosity classification, distance, and stellar age are further derived for our sample stars. This huge data set in the Northern sky from SAGES, together with similar data in the Southern sky from SMSS, will greatly advance our understanding of the Milky Way, in particular its formation and evolution.
The SN 2023ixf Progenitor in M101. I. Infrared Variability
Authors: Soraisam Monika D. , Szalai Tamás , Van Dyk Schuyler D. , Andrews Jennifer E. , Srinivasan Sundar , Chun Sang-Hyun , Matheson Thomas , Scicluna Peter , Vasquez-Torres Diego A.
Published: October 2023

Observational evidence points to a red supergiant (RSG) progenitor for SN 2023ixf. The progenitor candidate has been detected in archival images at wavelengths (≥0.6 μm) where RSGs typically emit profusely. This object is distinctly variable in the infrared (IR). We characterize the variability using pre-explosion mid-IR (3.6 and 4.5 μm) Spitzer and ground-based near-IR (JHK

s
) archival data jointly covering 19 yr. The IR light curves exhibit significant variability with rms amplitudes in the range 0.2–0.4 mag, increasing with decreasing wavelength. From a robust period analysis of the more densely sampled Spitzer data, we measure a period of 1091 ± 71 days. We demonstrate using Gaussian process modeling that this periodicity is also present in the near-IR light curves, thus indicating a common physical origin, which is likely pulsational instability. We use a period–luminosity relation for RSGs to derive a value of M

K
= −11.58 ± 0.31 mag. Assuming a late M spectral type, this corresponds to

log
(
L

/

L

⊙

)
=
5.27
±
0.12

at T
eff = 3200 K and to

log
(
L

/

L

⊙

)
=
5.37
±
0.12

at T
eff = 3500 K. This gives an independent estimate of the progenitor’s luminosity, unaffected by uncertainties in extinction and distance. Assuming the progenitor candidate underwent enhanced dust-driven mass loss during the time of these archival observations, and using an empirical period–luminosity–based mass-loss prescription, we obtain a mass-loss rate of around (2–4) × 10−4
M
⊙ yr−1. Comparing the above luminosity with stellar evolution models, we infer an initial mass for the progenitor candidate of 20 ± 4 M
⊙, making this one of the most massive progenitors for a Type II SN detected to date.
Sesquinary Catastrophe for Close-in Moons with Dynamically Excited Orbits
Authors: Ćuk Matija , Hamilton Douglas P. , Minton David A. , Stewart Sarah T.
Published: October 2023

We identify a new mechanism that can lead to the destruction of small, close-in planetary satellites. If a small moon close to the planet has a sizable eccentricity and inclination, its ejecta that escape to the planetocentric orbit would often reimpact with much higher velocity due to the satellite’s and fragment’s orbits precessing out of alignment. If the impacts of returning ejecta result in net erosion, a runaway process can occur that may end in disruption of the satellite, and we term this process “sesquinary catastrophe.” We expect the moon to reaccrete, but on an orbit with significantly lower eccentricity and inclination. We find that the large majority of small close-in moons in the solar system have orbits that are immune to sesquinary catastrophe. The exceptions include a number of resonant moonlets of Saturn for which resonances may affect the velocities of reimpact of their own debris. Additionally, we find that Neptune’s moon Naiad (and to a lesser degree, Jupiter’s Thebe) must have substantial internal strength, in line with prior estimates based on Roche limit stability. We also find that sesquinary instability puts important constraints on the plausible past orbits of Phobos and Deimos or their progenitors.
Investigating the Globally Collapsing Hub–Filament Cloud G326.611+0.811
Authors: He Yu-Xin , Liu Hong-Li , Tang Xin-Di , Qin Sheng-Li , Zhou Jian-Jun , Esimbek Jarken , Pan Si-Rong , Li Da-Lei , Zhao Meng-Ke , Ji Wei-Guang , Komesh Toktarkhan
Published: October 2023

We present a dynamics study toward the G326.611+0.811 (G326) hub–filament system (HFS) cloud using new APEX observations of both 13CO and C18O (J = 2–1). The G326 HFS cloud constitutes a central hub and at least four hub-composing filaments that are divided into a major branch of filaments (F1 and F2) and a side branch (F3–F5). The cloud holds ongoing high-mass star formation as characterized by three massive dense clumps (i.e., 370–1100 M
⊙ and 0.14–0.16 g cm−2 for C1–C3) with high clump-averaged mass infalling rates (>10−3
M
⊙ yr−1) within the major filament branch, and the associated point sources bright at 70 μm, typical of young protostars. Along the five filaments, velocity gradients are found in both 13CO and C18O (J = 2–1) emission, suggesting that filament-aligned gravitational collapse toward the central hub (i.e., C2) is responsible for the high-mass star formation therein. Moreover, a periodic velocity oscillation along the major filament branch is revealed in both 13CO and C18O (J = 2–1) emission with a characteristic wavelength of ∼3.5 pc and an amplitude of ∼0.31–0.38 km s−1. We suggest that this pattern of velocity oscillation in G326 could arise from clump-forming gas motion induced by gravitational instabilities. The prevalent velocity gradients, fragmentation of the major branch of filaments, and the ongoing collapse of the three massive dense clumps are indicative that G326 is an HFS undergoing global collapse.
« La première fois que j’ai vu de la neige en Belgique, je croyais que c’était du sucre. »
Authors: Juliens Cédric
Published: October 2023

Au Foyer culturel de Molenbeek à Bruxelles, une équipe de médiatrices interculturelles propose depuis 23 ans des services de traduction et de médiation. Nous les avons rencontrées pour analyser avec elles ce qui se joue dans la rencontre. Quelles sont les compétences des médiatrices ? Quelles sont celles des migrants ? Au sein de quel paradigme socio-politique interviennent-elles ? Comment se positionnent-elles entre « intégration » et « communautarisme » ? L’usage de la langue, on le sait, n’est jamais neutre. Derrière des situations de négociations, se cachent des représentations du monde mais aussi des stratégies intimes de survie qu’il convient de décoder.
Contre l’impôt ?
Authors: Challet Vincent
Published: October 2023

La révolte du « capage » survenue à Toulouse en 1357 a toujours été considérée par l’historiographie française comme archétypale des révoltes fiscales médiévales fondées sur un profond refus de l’impôt royal en tant que tel. Toutefois, une analyse détaillée de ses ressorts et de ses motivations permet de mettre en évidence que le refus de l’impôt n’est ici que le symptôme d’une contestation du politique et de l’exigence d’un dialogue avec le pouvoir royal, conformément à la théorie selon laquelle les impôts doivent être votés avec le consentement des états. Cette étude de cas vise donc, de manière plus générale, à remettre en cause le qualificatif même de « révolte fiscale » en cherchant à mieux définir dans quel cas l’impôt peut être consenti et quelles sont les raisons qui, a contrario , peuvent entraîner sa contestation et le refus de sa perception.
Contre l’impôt ?
Authors: K. Cohn Samuel
Published: October 2023

Cet article montre que les guerres d’Italie (1494-1559) ont provoqué une forte augmentation de la fréquence et de l’importance des contestations populaires, pourtant peu mises en avant par les historiens. Les levées fiscales imposées par les nouvelles armées d’occupation et les puissances monarchiques étrangères dans toute la péninsule italienne ont constitué un élément important de cette augmentation. Les raisons de la révolte, cependant, découlent rarement des difficultés ou de la pression économique en soi. C’est plutôt le type d’exigences fiscales – des taxations injustes et inégalement régressives – qui a provoqué les révoltes. De plus ces révoltes ont rapidement dépassé les questions économiques de participation aux demandes fiscales pour se transformer en protestations pour la représentation et contre les inégalités. Les révoltes fiscales sont devenues des révoltes politiques.
Contre l’impôt ?
Authors: Oliva Herrer Hipólito Rafael
Published: October 2023

L’article s’interroge sur les implications politiques des révoltes anti-fiscales dans le royaume de Castille à la fin du Moyen Âge. Il étudie les rares exemples de ce type de révolte dans la Castille de la période et fait une analyse approfondie de la guerre des Communautés de Castille. Le mouvement comunero constitue un conflit complexe à grande échelle qui s’étendit sur plusieurs plans, mais le détonateur initial du conflit fut de nature fiscale et le discours qui articula la rébellion des villes contre le roi prit sa source dans les principes de légitimité de la fiscalité. En conclusion, l’article met en relief l’extension de principes de nature contractuelle autour de l’imposition fiscale et par ce biais la dimension politique des prétendues révoltes anti-fiscales.
Contre l’impôt ?
Authors: Kitts Antony
Published: October 2023

À la tête de la municipalité ébroïcienne pendant plus de 30 ans (1904-1936), celui que l’on surnomme le « médecin des pauvres » a laissé durablement son empreinte dans une ville traversée par la Première Guerre mondiale et la crise des années 1930. Ses qualités d’édile radical-socialiste l’ont conduit à mener une politique sociale ambitieuse et généreuse dont témoignent l’ampleur des sommes engagées en faveur des populations les plus défavorisées et la diversité des réalisations sociales et sanitaires. Ce fort interventionnisme place ainsi cette municipalité radicale-socialiste parmi les communes de gauche les plus engagées au point que l’on peut y voir un réel radical-socialisme municipal. Il est vrai que les multiples fonctions d’Oursel au sein d’institutions locales ou départementales ne pouvaient que le sensibiliser à ces questions sociales. Sous son impulsion, la ville s’est profondément transformée et est entrée dans la modernité, en particulier par la réalisation d’équipements publics dans les domaines de l’assainissement, de l’éclairage, de l’éducation, du logement social et de la voirie.
The prospects of clean hydrogen utilization in power generation industry
Authors: Fujita Daido
Published: October 2023

Due to the commitment of carbon neutrality by 2050, all possible measures to be adopted to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The purpose of power generation from clean hydrogen is towards achieving carbon-neutral ambitions and to hit the net zero target by 2050. Power generation from clean hydrogen is one of the solutions to substitute or minimize the use of natural gas and ensure energy security of the nation. This study mainly focuses on the quantitative and qualitative measures of potential renewable resources to produce the required hydrogen for power generation from combined cycle power plants, hydrogen storage, and material compatibility with hydrogen. PVsyst software is utilized to assess the potential of power generation from solar PV plants. Techno-economics assessments of co-generation (hydrogen 20% vol. + natural gas 80% vol.) with clean hydrogen produced from PEM electrolyzers are analyzed in this study. The novelty or highlight of this study is that it is feasible technically and economically to implement clean hydrogen utilization in power generation sectors to reduce green-house gas emission.
Maireana brevifolia (chenopodiaceae), un xenófito australiano establecido recientemente en el sureste de Marruecos
Authors: Giardi Léo , Homrani Bakali Abdelmonaim
Published: October 2023

Se cita por primera vez en Marruecos la presencia del xenófito Maireana brevifolia. Esta especie es nativa de Australia y actualmente está colonizando un oasis salino alterado en Skoura, provincia de Ouarzazate, aunque probablemente pueda encontrarse en otros hábitats similares. Se presenta una breve descripción ilustrada y ubicación geográfica precisa de Maireana brevifolia en Marruecos. Un pliego testigo se ha depositado en el Herbario Nacional de Marruecos (RAB), en el Instituto Científico de Rabat.