bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Fishing for DNA? Designing baits for population genetics in target enrichment experiments: guidelines, considerations and the new tool supeRbaits
Authors: Mena Belen Jimenez , Flávio Hugo , Henriques Romina , Manuzzi Alice , Ramos Miguel , Meldrup Dorte , Edson Janette , Palsson Snaebjorn , Ólafsdóttir Guðbjörg Ásta , Ovenden Jennifer , Nielsen Einar
Published: July 2021

Targeted sequencing is an increasingly popular Next Generation
Sequencing (NGS) approach for studying populations, through focusing
sequencing efforts on specific parts of the genome of a species of
interest. Methodologies and tools for designing targeted baits are
scarce but in high demand. Here, we present specific guidelines and
considerations for designing capture sequencing experiments for
population genetics for both neutral genomic regions and regions subject
to selection. We describe the bait design process for three diverse fish
species: Atlantic salmon, Atlantic cod and tiger shark, which was
carried out in our research group, and provide an evaluation of the
performance of our approach across both historical and modern samples.
The workflow used for designing these three bait sets has been
implemented in the R-package supeRbaits, which encompass our
considerations and guidelines for bait design to benefit researchers and
practitioners. The supeRbaits R package is user‐friendly and versatile.
It is written in C++ and implemented in R. supeRbaits and its manual are
available from Github: https://github.com/BelenJM/supeRbaits
Non-medical use of baclofen: A case series and review of the literature
Authors: Pelerin Jean Marc , Fristot Lisa , Gibaja Valérie , Revol Bruno , Gillet Pierre , Lima-Tournebize Juliana
Published: July 2021

Aims: Baclofen is widely used for spastic disorders, and most recently
for addictive disorders. The first signals of baclofen abuse occurred in
the last decade. This study aims to assess the motives, diversion
sources and routes of administration associated with the non-medical use
of baclofen and examine health problems related to the non-medical use
of baclofen. Methods: Spontaneous reports of baclofen abuse reported to
the addictovigilance center of East France were analyzed. A literature
search was simultaneously conducted using PubMed®, Web of Sciences®, and
Google Scholar® databases. Both searches were performed in February 2021
without a time limit. Results: Forty-six cases were analysed (33-from
the literature review and 13-from addictovigilance base). Baclofen’s
non-medical use mainly affected male subjects with addictive history,
but cases of primary abuse in subjects without any substance abuse
history were also observed. Euphoria search was the most common reason
for misuse. Route of administration included oral, snorting and
sublingual use. Physicians were a common source for misused baclofen,
but cases involving illegal sources were also observed. Most of the
patients misusing baclofen presented serious complications, mainly
represented by neurological and respiratory disturbances. Physical and
psychological dependence to baclofen was observed in three persons.
Conclusion: Although baclofen abuse remains relatively infrequent or
(most likely) underestimated, this study helped to confirm the intrinsic
abuse potential of baclofen and make visible the baclofen-abuse-related
health harms. Careful consideration and benefit-risk analysis should be
employed when prescribing baclofen, and emergency departments should be
aware of baclofen dangers in abuse situations.
Graham-Little Piccardi Lassueur Syndrome and review of the literature
Authors: alkhayal fares , Alsudairy Fahad , Mubarak luluah al , Almohanna Hind M.
Published: July 2021

Graham-Little Piccardi Lassueur Syndrome (GLPLS) is a rare variant of
Lichen planopilaris (LPP) which characterized by triad of fibrosing
alopecia of the scalp, non-fibrosing alopecia of the axilla and groin,
and a follicular spinous papule over the body.
Regional and local determinants of drought resilience in tropical forests
Authors: Hollunder Renan Köpp , Garbin Mário , Scarano Fabio Rubio , Mariotte Pierre
Published: July 2021

The increase in severity of droughts associated with greater mortality
and reduced vegetation growth is one of the main threats to tropical
forests. Drought resilience of tropical forests is affected by multiple
biotic and abiotic factors varying at different scales. Identifying
those factors can help understanding the resilience to ongoing and
future climate change. Altitude leads to high climate variation and to
different forest formations, principally moist or dry tropical forests
with contrasted vegetation structure. Each tropical forest can show
distinct responses to droughts. Locally, topography is also a key factor
controlling biotic and abiotic factors related to drought resilience in
each forest type. Both dry tropical forests and ridges (steeper and
drier habitats) are more sensitive to droughts than moist tropical
forest and valleys (flatter and wetter habitats). The most important
biotic factors are leaf economic and hydraulic plant traits, and
vegetation structure. The most important abiotic factors are soil
nutrients, water availability and microclimate. Here we show that
topography has key roles controlling biotic and abiotic factors in each
forest type. Our synthesis highlights that gradients of altitude and
topography are essential to understand tropical forest’s resilience to
future drought events. We described important factors related to drought
resilience, however many important knowledge gaps remain. Filling those
gaps will help improve future practices and studies about mitigation
capacity, conservation, and restoration of tropical ecosystems.
New method based on neuro-fuzzy system and PSO algorithm for estimating phase equilibria properties
Authors: Hadj Abdallah , Laidi Maamar , Hanini Salah
Published: July 2021

The subject of this work is to propose a new method based on the ANFIS system and PSO algorithm to conceive a model for estimating the solubility of solid drugs in supercritical CO2 (sc-CO2). The high nonlinear process was modeled by the neuro-fuzzy approach (NFS). The PSO algorithm was used for two purposes: replacing the standard backpropagation in training the NFS and optimizing the process. The validation strategy has been carried out using a linear regression analysis of the predicted versus experimental outputs. The ANFIS approach is compared to the ANN in terms of accuracy. Statistical analysis of the predictability of the optimized model trained with a PSO algorithm (ANFIS-PSO) shows a better agreement with the reference data than the ANN method. Furthermore, the comparison in terms of the AARD deviation (%) between the predicted results, the results predicted by the density-based models, and a set of equations of state demonstrates that the ANFIS-PSO model correlates far better with the solubility of the solid drugs in scCO2. A control strategy was also developed for the first time in the field of phase equilibrium by using the neuro-fuzzy inverse approach (ANFISi) to estimate pure component properties from the solubility data without passing through the GCM methods.
Modelo de aplicación Qr (Quick Response Code) en actividades de trazabilidad en banco de germoplasma de cacao (Theobroma cacao L. ) en el Centro de Formación Agroindustrial
Authors: Saavedra Mora David , Murcia Torrejano Valentín , Pérez Tafur César Augusto
Published: July 2021

Se realizó un modelo de aplicación QR (Quick Response Code) basados en internet de las cosas y Big data para conectar las actividades de trazabilidad de cacao (Theobroma cacao L) con el fin de promover un valor agregado en la comercialización mediante el  acceso rápido de la información de clones, híbridos y el material genético regional disponible en el banco de germoplasma de cacao. Para la construcción de base de datos tomaron datos de 69 árboles de cacao, determinando variables de fermentación, físicos, bromatológicos y sensoriales del grano de cacao que fueron analizados en el laboratorio agroindustrial del Centro de Formación Agroindustrial, al mismo tiempo, se incluyó las condiciones edáficas y atmosféricas y los datos de producción de cada árbol. Como resultado se generó un base de datos en la web y se personalizo los códigos QR en los árboles de cacao diseñando un protocolo para la lectura y uso. Este modelo constituye un referente para la gestión de los cultivos de cacao en la región y orientar a los productores de cacao en mejorar los procesos agroecológicos de cacao y los procesos agroindustriales con genotipos especializados en aroma y sabor.
Influencia de la creatividad, competencias y colaboración del capital humano en el desempeño contextual de las instituciones de educación superior
Authors: Bernal González Idolina
Published: July 2021

La presente investigación tiene como objetivo determinar la influencia que el capital humano, medido a través de los factores de creatividad, competencias y colaboración, tiene sobre el desempeño contextual de instituciones de educación superior localizadas en el estado de Tamaulipas, México, con la finalidad de brindar a la gerencia educativa información que sea de utilidad para potenciar el funcionamiento de su organización. El estudio se realizó bajo un enfoque cuantitativo, de alcance descriptivo-correlacional-explicativo con la participación de 95 encuestados. La técnica de análisis de datos implementada corresponde al modelo de regresión lineal. Así, como parte de los resultados, se logró determinar que la colaboración, competencias y creatividad del capital humano influyen positiva y significativamente en el desempeño contextual de instituciones de educación superior. Específicamente, se observó que la colaboración explica 36.1 % el desempeño contextual del personal adscrito a estos centros educativos; las competencias tienen un aporte de 35 % sobre esta variable, y la creatividad logró alcanzar 31 % de incidencia en el desempeño contextual. Es decir: al existir mayores lazos de compañerismo y confianza entre los empleados, mayor será el desempeño alcanzado a nivel contextual. Asimismo, al poseer el personal las cualidades, competencias y aptitudes necesarias para el desarrollo de sus actividades, así como la creatividad y agilidad para solucionar problemas y generar nuevo conocimiento, el desempeño contextual será mayor positiva y significativamente, tal como lo evidencian los datos observados en la presente investigación.
GEODESY, CARTOGRAPHY, AND AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Authors:   Lviv polytechnic National University, Tretyak Kornyliy , Brusak Ivan ,   Lviv polytechnic National University
Published: July 2021

Purpose. The purpose of this work is obtaining connections between the Baltic and European height systems based on the I class leveling between the Ukrainian and Polish control points of the base vertical networks and construction of the quasigeoid surface on the border area. Method. Full integration of the hight system of Ukraine into the European vertical reference system (EVRS) consists of two stages: modernization of the height network of Ukraine through its integration into the United European leveling network UELN; construction and use as a regional vertical date the model of high-precision quasigeoid, which will be consistent with the European geoid EGG2015. The analysis of methods of high-precision leveling in Ukraine and Poland, and also the analysis of methods of construction of quasigeoid models in these countries is performed. Results. For integrating the Ukrainian hight system into the UELN/EVRS2000 system, the Ukrainian side performed I class geometric leveling along two lines: Lviv - Shehyni - Przemysl and Kovel - Yagodyn - Chelm with total length of 196 km. The root mean square systematic error on both lines of leveling was s<0.01 mm/km. In turn, the mean square random error along the line Lviv - Shehyni - Przemysl is h=0.29 mm/km, and along the line Kovel - Yagodyn - Chelm is h=0.27 mm/km. For double control on the cross-border part, the Polish side performed high-precision leveling with a length of 33 km. The differences between the Ukrainian and Polish leveling in all sections are within the tolerance. The analysis of influence of geodynamic phenomena on control of high-precision leveling is carried out. GNSS-leveling was performed on all fundamental and ground benchmarks, as well as horizontal marks. These measurements were used to build a quasigeoid model for the border area of Ukraine. The MSE of the obtained quasigeoid model is about 2 cm, which corresponds to the accuracy of the input information. Scientific novelty and practical significance. The connection of the Ukrainian and European height systems will ensure Ukraine’s integration into the European economic system, participation in international research of global ecological and geodynamic processes, study of the Earth’s shape and gravitational field and mapping of Ukraine using navigational and remote-sensing satellite technologies. Calculation of a high-precision model of a quasigeoid on the Ukraine area in relation to the European height system, agreed with the European geoid EGG2015, will allow to obtain gravity-dependent heights using modern satellite technologies.
GEODESY, CARTOGRAPHY, AND AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Authors:   Uman National University of Horticulture, Kyselov Yurii , Shemiakin Mykhailo ,   Uman National University of Horticulture, Borovyk Petro ,   Uman National University of Horticulture, Kononenko Serhii ,   Uman National University of Horticulture, Melnyk Marharyta ,   Uman National University of Horticulture
Published: July 2021

Aim. The aim of the proposed research is to substantiate the scientific and practical significance of calculating centers of states and regions territories , to conduct a historical review of centrographic research in Ukraine and in the world in the context of evolution of their methodology, to establish geodetic coordinates of the set of points lying on the line of the land state border and coastlines along the seas, and to determine the center of dead weight of the territory of Ukraine as the center of gravity of the broken polygon formed by state territory contours (geodesic center of Ukraine). Methods. In calculating the geodesic center of Ukraine, the authors used a method (in their own interpretation) of determining the center of gravity of the territory, proposed by Jean-Georges Affholder and tested by him in establishing the center of Europe. Results. The history of centrographic research is more than 250 years old, but only in the last-half century they have acquired a proper scientific character, becoming a solid geodesic base. The main milestones in the formation of the centrographic dimension in context of determining the centers of a number of leading world countries and the evolution of research methods are presented. It is established that it is necessary to distinguish the geometric, geographical and geodesic centers of territories, which differ in method of definition and level of accuracy stipulated by calculations requirements. Each of the recognized centers of the territory of Ukraine has its own significance and justification. Scientific novelty. A historical review of definition of the territories centers in the world and in Ukraine has been made. A method of calculating the center of territory gravity of Ukraine as the center of a broken landfill formed by its contours, including the land state border and coastline, is proposed. The concept of "geodesic center" has been introduced to denote the center of territory gravity, which describes a polygonal, including irregular, figure. The location and exact coordinates of the geodesic center of Ukraine, located in the Novoukrayinsky district of Kirovohrad region, has been established. Practical significance . Specifying the location of territories centers is important in terms of optimizing location of manufacturing facilities and infrastructure, as well as potential tourism facilities. The methods used in calculating territories centers of Ukraine can be used not only in conducting similar studies for administrative regions, but also in newly created districts, united territorial communities, etc.
GEODESY, CARTOGRAPHY, AND AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Palianytsia Bohdan , Kladochnyi Bohdan ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Palianytsia Oksana ,   Ivan Franko National University of Lviv
Published: July 2021

The purpose of this work is to build 3D models of components of zenith tropospheric delay (ZTD) according to the surface measurements of meteorological values obtained at 100 points, which is almost evenly distributed throughout Ukraine. Method. Saastamoinen formulas calculated dry and wet components of the zenith tropospheric delay. According to the obtained results, the fields of dry and wet components of tropospheric delay were compiled, the fields of their change were constructed using a different number of studied points. Also, with the help of a graphic editor, 3D models of the magnitude one-moment distribution of dry and wet components of the zenith tropospheric delay for the territory of Ukraine were built. Results. Built 3D models of ZTD components; constructed zenith tropospheric delay fields for the territory of Ukraine; a comparison of the distribution of delay components for the specified area and its change during the day are the results of this work. It is established that the dry component becomes more important in the southern and central territory of Ukraine, where the observation points are lower in height and where there is a higher atmospheric pressure, which dominates in the calculation of this component. Accordingly, the wet component is also higher in the southern part of Ukraine, but this is due to higher relative humidity. As a result of the compaction of the network to 100 points, more accurate models of component distribution were obtained, which allowed Ukraine to assess in more detail the value of tropospheric delay for the territory of Ukraine. Further compaction of the network for the territory of Ukraine did not lead to the expected increase in the accuracy of tropospheric delay, as the location of meteorological stations in the country is not uniform enough, and some values of meteorological magnitudes are obtained not by direct measurements but by interpolation. It is necessary to compact the model with reliable meteorological measurements evenly and to control the calculation of components by integrating according to the aerological soundings carried out at individual points to obtain a more detailed model. Scientific novelty and practical significance. The scientific novelty is to build 3D models of tropospheric delay components for the territory of Ukraine at a certain point in time. The practical significance of the performed research is that they can be used as an initial step to build a Spatio-temporal model of tropospheric delay, reflecting the spatial changes of the delay in real-time for a particular area.
Kentsel Peyzaj Değişiminin Zamansal ve Mekansal Analizi: Burdur Kenti Örneği
Authors: AŞIK Yasin , KAÇMAZ Gülşah
Published: July 2021

Bu araştırmada, 2012 ve 2018 arazi kullanım/arazi örtüsü (AKAÖ) haritaları kullanılarak Burdur İli Merkez İlçesi'nde peyzaj değişiklikleri incelenmiştir. Veri analizinde ArcMap 10.8 ve FRAGSTATSTM 4.2 yazılımlarından faydalanılmıştır. AKAÖ üzerindeki değişiklikler Sınıf Alanı (CA), Parça Sayısı (NP), Parça Yoğunluğu (PD), Peyzajın Oranı (PLAND) ve Ortalama Parça Büyüklüğü (AREA_MN) metrikleri kullanılarak belirlenmiştir. 2012 ve 2018 yılları arasında maden/inşaat/kullanılmayan araziler en büyük artışı (%122,34) göstermişken, en büyük azalış (%19,68) sulak alanlarda meydana gelmiştir. AKAÖ sınıfları arasında en büyük dönüşüm (7.016,07 ha) tarımsal alanlar ile doğal/yarı doğal alanlar arasında olmuştur. Endüstriyel/ticari alanlarda ve sulak alanlarda parçalanma artmış, tarımsal alanlarda ve doğal/yarı doğal alanlarda ise parçalanma azalmıştır. Sonuç olarak, 6 yıl gibi kısa bir sürede meydana gelen peyzaj değişimleri önemli soru işaretlerini gündeme getirmektedir. Bu değişiklikler hiç şüphesiz ekosistem hizmetlerini ve ekolojik süreçleri olumsuz etkileyecektir. Ekosistem hizmetleri ve ekolojik süreçlerin aksamaması için gerekli önlemler alınmalıdır. Burdur kenti için geniş kapsamlı bir kentsel yeşil altyapı stratejisi ve planının hazırlanması bu yolda önemli bir adım olacaktır.
Design and Validity of Physics Teaching Materials Based on Cognitive Conflict Integrated Virtual Laboratory in Atomic Nucleus
Authors: Delvia Tisa Febri , Mufit Fatni , Bustari Mugni
Published: July 2021

Curiculum.2013 requires.the students to be able to improve.the understanding of a.concepts. But it stil not realizet One of the solutions of this problem is to make physics teaching.materials based on cognitive conflicts on atomic nucleus to improve students’ conceptual understanding. The purpose.of this a research is to produce a valid cognitive conflict-based teaching material design. The type of research is Design / Development Research usingn the Plomp model. However, this research is limited to theaPreliminary.Research and Prototype.Phase. The first step is Preliminary Research by analyzing needs and context by conducting journal analysis and interviews with physics teachers in schools. The second step of the Prototype.Phase is the development stage by making the design of teaching materials, conducting validation by researchers (self evaluation) and experts review. From the results.of.the Preliminary Research stage, it was found that in the atomic nucleus theory there were still many misconceptions, there were no teaching materials that integrated models and there was a lack of guidelines for conducting virtual laboratory. In the Prototype Phase, it was found that the results ofathe design of teaching materials is based on cognitive conflict that were developed had passed the self-validation and experts validation tests with a very valid validity level with an averaga value of 0.87. With the acquisition of this value, the design of physics teaching materials based on cognitive conflict is declaredjfeasible.to be used in the learning processin order to improve the conceptual understandingof the students.
Pengaruh preferensi sumber pembiayaan dan tingkat pendidikan terhadap pendapatan usaha mikro dan kecil di Indonesia
Authors: Yanuarta RE Ramel , Krismanola Indah
Published: July 2021

This research aims to analyze the effect of financing preference and the level of education of entrepreneurs on quintile of Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) revenue in Indonesia. The data used in this research is IFLS data (Indonesian Family Life Survey) waves 4 and 5 with a total sample of 10,336 business units that meet the criteria. Considering the heterogeneous characteristics of the data and the presence of outliers, this study used quantile regression method with a level of confidence (∝=0.05). The results of the analysis show that the education level of entrepreneurs has a positive effect on MSEs revenue and the effect is stronger on the higher MSEs revenue quantile. Meanwhile, the financing preference from own capital generates lower income compared to external or combined sources of financing and the difference is greater in the higher MSEs revenue quintile.Keywords: Micro and small enterprises, level of education, financing preference, quantile regression
The mediating effect of work motivation on the relationship between transformational leadership and employee performance
Authors: Baskoro Bimmo Dwi , Fuadi Fuadi , Kahpi Heri Sapari
Published: July 2021

This research aimed to analyze the influence of transformational leadership (TL) on employee performance (EP) through work motivation (WM) on engineering consulting companies in Capital Region of Jakarta. The data collection of this research was primary and secondary by using structural equation modeling with partial least squares method. The total respondent of this research was 106 who were the employees from selected engineering consulting companies in Capital Region of Jakarta. TL had a significant effect towards EP. TL had a significant effect towards WM. Lastly, TL had a significant effect towards EP through work motivation.Keywords: Transformational leadership, employee performance, work motivation, engineering
Means of visualization in teaching ukrainian as a foreign language to modern students with clip way of thinking
Authors: Kushnir Iryna , Zozulia Iryna , Hrytsenko Olha , Uvarova Tetiana , Kosenko Iuliia
Published: July 2021

The purpose of the research is to prove the effectiveness of the use of visualization in the process of teaching Ukrainian as a foreign language to students with clip way of thinking. The following methods have been used, namely: analysis, synthesis, comparison, systematization and generalization of scientific literature; testing and surveys; pedagogical experiment; quantitative and qualitative analysis of data, interpretation and generalization of the research results. The essence of visualization means has been revealed; the expediency of their use in the methodology of teaching foreign students the Ukrainian language has been substantiated. It has been proven that the role of Ukrainian teachers lies in considering all new trends in teaching, integrating computer perception of information by foreign students into teaching technology and using cognitive visualization in order to intensify the learning process.
The problems of fulfilling the culture formation potential of modern russian theater
Authors: Kamenets Aleksandr Vladlenovich , Urmina Irina Aleksandrovna , Kuznetsova Elena Olegovna , Molina Lyubov Vladimirovna , Gribkova Galina Ivanovna
Published: July 2021

The article focuses on the essential components of the contemporary theatrical process. The problems of drama and its recessionary trends are identified. Special attention is paid to the issue of values and ideals in dramaturgical work and significance for the further activity conducted by theaters. One of the pivotal aspects in the improvement of theaters’ work identified in the article is the task of optimization of the interaction between these institutions with the audience. The authors also examine the problems of modern theater directing that matter in terms of fulfilling the cultural and creative potential of modern Russian theaters. The authors associate the prospects of further improvement of the system of establishing theaters as cultural institutions with taking advantage of the opportunities for creating a more effective interaction between theater professionals and specialists working in the sphere of education.
Organizing the interaction among different levels of public authority in the russian federation in the context of covid-19 restrictions
Authors: Sarmanayev Salavat Hamitovich , Shirokov Aleksey Yuriyevich , Zenin Sergey , Suvorov Georgy Nikolaevich
Published: July 2021

The study aims at assessing legal norms governing the interaction of public authorities in the Russian Federation in the context of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the practice of organizing such interaction. Their implementation was studied with the help of analytical and statistical materials, as well as reviews of litigation practice. The authors of the article used the following methods: general philosophical and general and special scientific methods. As a result, they determined several problems that hinder the effective legal regulation of the interaction among public authorities during the COVID-19 pandemic. They are as follows: mixing legal regimes that establish the rules of conduct and standard operating activities of citizens and organizations in the conditions of a pandemic disease; the refusal of the federal government to specify the scope of regional powers in the sphere of protecting the rights and freedoms of an individual; the insufficient efficiency of special bodies protecting the population from emergencies; the insufficient legal guarantees of local self-government bodies when fulfilling their public functions.
Idealogy Journal Volume 3 Issue 2 Information and Editorial Board
Authors:   Universiti Teknologi Mara, Perak Branch, Ab Gani Muhamad Abdul Aziz
Published: July 2021

This section presented about the Journal Information, Editorial Board, Panel of Reviewer, Copyright Notice, and Committee of Publication Ethic. This information for further reference by the author for the official needs on their own career path.
Editorial Foreword
Authors:   Universiti Teknologi Mara, Perak Branch, Ab Gani Muhamad Abdul Aziz , Ramli Ishak ,   Universiti Teknologi Mara, Perak Branch, Yahaya Mohammad Hafiz , Taharuddin Nurul Shima , Rosman Muhammad Redza , Nazrin Nizar
Published: July 2021

We are very pleased that IDEALOGY JOURNAL, Journal of Arts and Social Science is presenting its 3rd volume and 2nd issue. We are also very excited that the journal has been attracting papers from a variety of advanced and emerging countries such as Indonesia, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, etc. The variety of submissions from such countries will help the aimed global initiatives of the journal.
Political Accountability and Television Media
Authors:   Fakultas Ilmu Komunikasi, Universitas Esa Unggul Jakarta, Halim Syaiful
Published: July 2021

In the fast development of social reality like right now, it is possible for media to have greater role. Media are not only the channel that transmits information throughout the world but also media are the medium to design agenda and notify humans important things so that it becomes materials for interaction in other communication channels.Mass media have systematic influence in the political system and public policy. The political accountability is opportunity for politicians to making responsible for their activities and all issues before their audience whether they is part of their constituents or not. Therefore, impression management style (the techniques used by actors to develop some impressions in certain circumstances for some goal achievements) like proposed by Erving Goffman in his dramaturgy theory. There are many examples described on the stuttering attitude of politicians' political accountability in this country. Recently there are some tendencies among the media owners to embrace "some political party cadres" to occupy the important positions in the media from members of the board of editors to the position of chief editors. With the naked eye, it may be really meant as efforts of building political power for the related media if compared to to the achievement of media professionalism.
Rethinking Islamophobia : Myth or Reality
Authors:   Fakulti Pengajian & Pengurusan Pertahanan Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia, Kem Sungai Besi, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, Abdul Rahman Azrul Azlan
Published: July 2021

Does Islamophobia really exist? Or is the hatred and abuse of Muslims being exaggerated to suit politicians' needs and silence the critics of Islam? The trouble with Islamophobia is that it is an irrational concept. It confuses hatred of, and discrimination against, Muslims on the one hand with criticism of Islam on the other. The charge of 'Islamophobia' is all too often used not to highlight racism but to stifle criticism. Islamophobia can generally be defined as unfounded fear of and hostility towards Islam. Such fear and hostility leads to discrimination against Muslim, exclusion of Muslim from mainstream political or social process, stereotyping, the presumption of guilt by association and hate crimes. This paper focuses on terrorism, and to be more precise, the issue of Islamophobia because of the misperception towards Islam. These issues become even more crucial when such phobia has led to a stress among the world community. People need to understand what Islam really meant, so that they would be clear that they cannot judge Islam by looking at the Muslim itself. Thus, the question arises whether the idea of ‘Islamophobia’ is a myth, or a reality?
The Importance of Perception and Imagination in Designing 3D Image
Authors:   Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Ramlie Mohd Khairulnizam , Mohd Tahir Hanafi ,   Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Mohd Shuib Ahmad Sofiyuddin ,   Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA
Published: July 2021

3D animation and modelling has been known as one of the main subjects in the field of Arts and Design in Malaysia. This subject is applicable to all fields in the Faculty of Art and Design, including courses offered at the Universiti Teknologi MARA. As we all know, this 3D subject requires students to have great visual skills. In order to produce an attractive design, students need to have good memory, cognitive, and perceptual skills. However, problems arise when final year students of graphic design and digital media departments are found to be incompetent in that aspect. Thus, this study aims to investigate the problems and identify the most suitable time to apply so that the problems can be solved when students are in their final year of study. Keywords: 3D Image, Education, Multimedia, Cognitive skills
Improving Students Learning Approach in Mathematical Thinking through Constructivist Learning Approach with Creativity for Architecture Students
Authors:   Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Perak, Samsudin Nor Syamimi , Samsuddin Ismail ,   Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Perak, Yusof Ahmad Faisol ,   Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Perak, Mohd Zaki Mohd Zikri ,   Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Perak
Published: July 2021

The purpose of this research is to measure the effectiveness of constructivist learning approach in structural study specifically for architecture students. Theoretically, improving student’s performance in mathematics is challenging for today education. In architectural education, structural study is part of the non- design courses in the syllabus under the area of technology and environment and it involve in mathematical calculations. In the context of typical classrooms that adopt conventional teaching method, students are usually taught using structured rules based on the given academic syllabus. However, teaching architecture students need a different approach. This is because architecture students learn by understanding the application into practice rather than by only solving the principleproblem. Purposive sampling which is the Torrance Test of Creative Thinking (TTCT) was selected as the method of the study and teaching experiment was conducted. In the experimental structural design, 26 groups of architecture students were tested based on two situations; pre-test (original) and post-test (change), and tests are conducted according to the stages and times set for each topic. The experiment was designed based on the Constructivist learning approach as foundation of the experiment to study the mathematical creativity of the students. The findings show that there are positive impacts on creativity in the subject of structural study which beneficially affects their understanding and application abilities. Further research needs to done to ensure this beneficial outcome can be greatly support students’ long-term retention of knowledge and skills. Keywords: Constructivist learning approach, Creativity in mathematical thinking, and Experimental study for architecture students
Influencing the Audience through Vector Illustration in Stop Smuggling Exotic Animals Campaign
Authors:   Faculty of Art and Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610, Perak., Romly Arifhakim , Mohd Shuib Ahmad Sofiyuddin ,   Faculty of Art and Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610, Perak.
Published: July 2021

This research aims to discuss how the vector illustration can create influence in educating our adult and young generation in Malaysia Peninsular about the exotic animals smuggling can caused extinction through Campaign and Illustration. The focus will be on producing characters design, below the line and above the line based from the type of illustration that the most audience decided to be most suitable. The implication from the finding in this study will help them to understand the situation of these animal and will help to preserve the exotic animals. The most important is that this finding will contribute to the graphic designer who working to convey messages to the society or target audience through illustration, can take this into consideration in achieving the good result in presenting to the society. Keyword: exotic animal, vector illustration
The Effectiveness of Social Media Campaign Poster to Prevent Cyberbullying Among Teenagers in Malaysia Through Illustration
Authors:   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Syed Hussein Syed Nor Azlee Sha , Mohd Shuib Ahmad Sofiyuddin ,   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA
Published: July 2021

This paper aims to discuss the effectiveness of social media campaign poster to prevent cyberbullying among teenagers in Malaysia through illustration. The user of smartphone are increasing every year and cyberbullying in Malaysia also increasing every year, mostly among teenagers. Every teenagers could say that they need smartphone but without supervision from parents, it could bring the harness to their children. Not only teenager need to prevent from cyberbullying, parents needs to play their part to stop this cyberbullying. The researcher make a survey using qualitative method to identify how to let people, especially teenager read the message in media social campaign poster through illustration. Besides that, the field survey are very suitable for do the survey about cyberbullying among teenagers in the school because this objective are focusing teenager than adult. The finding of this research will help to create the message or awareness about how badly is cyberbullying among teenagers in social media poster through illustration. The study will help to reduce the percentage of cyberbullying among teenagers in Malaysia and it will help the society become healthy even in real life or in internet.
Dummy Decal: Contemporary Ceramics and Endless Decorative Creative Work
Authors:   Fakulti Seni Lukis dan Seni Reka Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Perak Kampus Seri Iskandar, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA., HASSAN ZULKARNIAN , Noor Othman Noor Ashraf ,   Fakulti Seni Lukis dan Seni Reka Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Perak Kampus Seri Iskandar, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA., Md Nazri Haslinda ,   Fakulti Seni Lukis dan Seni Reka Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Perak Kampus Seri Iskandar, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA., Jasni Adie Yasmeen Arni Jr. ,   Fakulti Seni Lukis dan Seni Reka Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Perak Kampus Seri Iskandar, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA.
Published: July 2021

Regardless of the type of product or the differences in its basic elements, the product graphic is synonymous with high beauty, uniqueness, and precision. It is parallel with the beautiful ornaments that adorn the surface of the ceramic product, which originate from diverse civilizations and reflect the maker's creative inspiration. The decal is based on the most advanced and widely used ceramic decoration techniques in Europe and China, which serves as an inspiration for the rest of the globe when it comes to putting decoration to their products. Whichever is the case, the manufacturing and distribution expenses of decal decoration techniques are considerable, needing extensive preparation and execution to provide a high-quality result. As a result, the invention of the 'Dummy Decal' decoration process has enabled manufacturers of ceramic products to maintain a consistent level of output while adding differentiation to their designs. Water Based Inkjet Water Transfer Paper is a fresh source of inspiration for creative items and ceramic works. With a modest access fee and the ability to purchase, this decoration serves as a magnet for contemporary products and creative works. This article can be used as a guide and resource for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals, to assist them in developing their creative thinking when it comes to marketing their organic products.
A Study on Awareness of Product Placement in Malaysian Movies
Authors:   Faculty Art and Design Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Mohd Nordin Mohd Amir Syafiq , Baharom Shahrel Nizar ,   Faculty Art and Design Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA
Published: July 2021

Product placement in movies is a strategy to advertise the products and services. This strategy is generally used in international movies and become a trend for Malaysian movies. However, its effectiveness is still questionable especially for the local people. This research aims to discuss about how far the awareness of Malaysian people towards product placement in local movies for the brand recall. By using the qualitative method, the researcher randomly interviewed five participants through in-depth interview. The result shows that most of the participants are aware about the product placement in Malaysian movies and lead to the viewers' brand recall. Therefore, this will give a great potential for advertisers in Malaysia to use the product placement in movies as one of the key strategies for the brand awareness.
Design And Evaluation Of A Mobile User Interface Usability
Authors:   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Ahmad Ahmad Khairul Azizi , Muhammad Fuad Intan Nur Firdaus ,   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Abdullah Muhammad ,   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Abdul Aziz Mohd Nasiruddin ,   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA
Published: July 2021

This research has intended to identify the importance of the usability factor in the creation of a mobile application. Basically, when it comes to directory information, most of the tourists use a conventional method, such as printed maps, traveling books, online or traveling websites and also travel agents. From my perspective and with support from the field research, language impediments and directory issues have been the most common problems in this research. While Smartphone’s and apps are, increasingly, being used nowadays, there are not sufficient studies addressing the usability of smartphone user interfaces or applications that are focused for tourist guides. This paper describes the design and evaluation process of the user interface of a smartphone application designed to be a guide or directory for tourists. Two successive versions of the user interfaces were tested with different groups. The results and findings from two rounds of usability tests led to recommendations regarding an inclusive design and the designing of apps that are useful for tourists and which may be a useful contribution to the broader community when designing interfaces for smartphones. Overall, the users enjoy using the new application that is more user friendly and easier to use and navigate with. The findings can be used as a reference to set certain standards in mobile application design and creation, and also to be used for academic benefits.
The Understanding of a Good Choice of Colour in Poster Design for Children
Authors:   Graphic Department, Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Mohamad Saudin Ahmad Waffin , Zainal Azlan ,   Graphic Department, Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA
Published: July 2021

This paper is about investigating the misuse of colour in poster design for children between aged 4 to 7. This paper reviews what scientific colour that can attract children interest. This paper also explores the relation between colour of poster and children's play behaviour, and how this relation can be utilized by designers to promote design for children. Good poster colour can also catch the eyes that see it. The data will be collected and analyse using a quantitative method. Researcher make a survey by giving different poster colour to the children for intended to investigate their colour chosen. This paper will benefit to graphic designers as guideline to help use the correct colour of the posters for children.
Mobile Application as a New Method in Learning the History of Photography Course
Authors:   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Azuddin Muhammad Asri , Abdul Aziz Mohd Nasiruddin ,   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Shafie Norhaslinda ,   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA
Published: July 2021

Photography has an extraordinary history and numerous theories have been applied to its history and practice as part of an analytical research process contributing to the understanding of the medium. In this new era of technology, photography has become more affordable and transformed mobiles phones into a digital camera. Not only for communication but smartphones has grown more with the application where a small program can make it more fun and useful. However, informal studies about History of Photography, students still relying on the slideshow in the classroom, copying notes and lending books from the library. This traditional method of studies sometimes set the limit on the students to access the information. Parallel with Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) to propel the nations' higher education to the next level, a quantitative study has taken place to get the feedback from students on using the mobile application in learning History of Photography course. A survey was conducted with 53 of students from semester two in photography program in a local public university. The findings of this study clearly show a very positive response towards the mobile application notes rather than the traditional learning methods.
Fine Art Photography: A New Perspective in Documenting Architecture
Authors:   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Shafie Norhaslinda , Abdul Aziz Mohd Nasiruddin ,   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA, Azuddin Muhammad Asri ,   Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA Perak Branch, Seri Iskandar Campus, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, MALAYSIA
Published: July 2021

Nowadays, our environment surrounded by thousands of images. Images are essential in human communication then, it can be viewed from a verity of form and style. Thereby, this research intended to explore the perspective of fine art photography in documenting the architecture. Masjid Ubaidah, Kuala Kangsar was selected as the case study to implement this new perspective of photograph specifically. This study was conducted using qualitative research where the design process was involved in visual research analysis. The structure observation was carried out to identify the common style used by photographer in producing the images of Masjid Ubaidah, Kuala Kangsar and how the creativity and aesthetic value can be built by injecting the fine art approach. This research found that the potential for fine art approach as a new method in documenting Masjid Ubaidah, Kuala Kangsar by establishing the diversity of creativity in aesthetic discussion.