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A STUDY OF MEDAN HELVETIA SUB DISTRICT MORPHOLOGICAL PATTERNS WITH URBAN DESIGN THEORY APPROACH
Authors: Nasution Fitri Rahmawati 
Published: May 2023

This study aims to determine and understand the current morphological patterns of Medan Helvetia Sub District. It is due to the need for reconsideration regarding the spatial structure of the sub-district because there are several problems troubling residents, namely frequent congestion and flooding. By using a descriptive methodology, this research uses several methods, starting with secondary data collection. Secondary data obtained shows that the study of Medan Helvetia Sub District morphological patterns is using the urban design theory approach, which is composed of three aspects, namely figure-ground, linkage, and place. The next method is discussing the data that has been obtained and ending with finding answers to research problems. The findings are useful as references in developing the physical design of this sub-district in the future.

Keywords: figure-ground, linkage, Medan Helvetia Sub District, morphological patterns, place
Does mandatory IFRS adoption affect large and small public firms' accounting quality differently? Evidence from Canada
Authors: Wakil Gulraze , Petruska Karin 
Published: May 2023

<p>Canada adopted <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/economics-econometrics-and-finance/ifrs" target="_blank">International Financial Reporting Standards</a> (IFRS) in 2011. We investigate the impact of this mandatory change by examining whether value relevance and non-market-based accounting information changed for a comprehensive set of Canadian companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). Our findings reveal the effects of IFRS adoption are not consistent across all firms as demonstrated by a minimal change in value relevance for large firms, but a significant increase for small firms. These differences are primarily attributed to the weakening (strengthening) relationship of book value to stock price for large (small) firms and a strengthening (weakening) relationship of earnings to stock price for large (small) firms. This suggests the goal of IFRS in providing improvement to the balance sheet is only achieved for small firms in Canada. For the non-market-based accounting quality measures of earnings persistence, earnings smoothing, earnings discretion, and the frequency of small profits to losses, the findings are mixed for large firms, but improve for small firms after IFRS adoption.</p>
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Firm size proxies and the value relevance of predictive stock return models
Authors: Wakil Gulraze 
Published: May 2023

<p>This paper investigates differences in value relevance of predictive stock return models depending on which firm size proxy (or proxies) is used, these being market value (<em>MV</em>), total book assets (<em>TBA</em>) and market value of total book assets (<em>MVTA</em>). Over the 27 year period of 1989–2015, <em>MV</em> provides higher value relevance in predicting future returns, while <em>TBA</em> provides higher value relevance when limited to large firms. Moreover, results reveal incremental explanatory power of approximately 27% when <em>TBA</em> are added to a one-year-ahead returns model already containing <em>MV</em>. The increase is 60% when examining only the last 10 years of the sample period. The findings of this study will help future accounting and finance research that uses predictive return models and potentially allow investors to make better resource allocation decisions leading to higher risk adjusted returns. In addition, the findings related to <em>TBA</em> will add to the debate on whether standard setters should place more emphasis on the valuation of assets and liabilities relative to earnings.</p>
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International Journal of Role-playing 1: Full Issue
Authors: Drachen Anders , Hitchens Michael , Montola Markus , Champion Erik , Pittman Jason , Harviainen J. Tuomas , Paul Christopher 
Published: May 2023

Full Issue 1 of the IJRP.Table of Contents
"Editorial," Anders Drachen
The International Journal of Role-Playing is a response to a growing need for a place where the varied and wonderful fields of role-playing research and development, covering academia, the industry and the arts, can exchange knowledge and research, form networks and communicate."The Many Faces of Role-Playing Games," Michael Hitchens and Anders Drachen
By examining a range of role-playing games some common features of them emerge. This results in a definition that is more successful then previous ones at identifying both what is, and what is not, a role-playing game.
"The Invisible Rules of Role-Playing: The Social Framework of Role-Playing Process," Markus Montola
This paper looks at the process of role-playing that takes place in various games. Role-play is a social activity, where three elements are always present: An imaginary game world, a power structure and personified player characters.
"Roles and Worlds in the Hybrid RPG Game of Oblivion," Erik Champion
Single player games are now powerful enough to convey the impression of shared worlds with social presence and social agency. This paper explores a framework for defining virtual worlds.
"Seeking Fulfillment: Comparing Role-Play In Table-top Gaming and World of Warcraft," Jason Pittman and Christopher Paul
Through ethnographic research and a survey of World of Warcraft (WoW) players, this study assess the relative fulfillment and frequency of online and offline role-playing for WoW players.
"A Hermeneutical Approach to Role-Playing Analysis," J. Tuomas Harviainen
This is an article about viewing role-playing games and role-playing game theory from a hermeneutical standpoint. In other words, it presents one view on how a role-playing situation can be seen as a set of texts.
International Journal of Role-playing 4 -- Full Issue -- IJRP
Authors: Harviainen J. Tuomas , Bowman Sarah Lynne , Standiford Andhe , Crow Mary Lynn , Nelson Larry P. , Lampo Marjukka , Lee Michael Sangyeob , Heeter Carrie , Loponen Mika , Särkijärvi Jukka 
Published: May 2023

International Journal of Role-playing 4 -- Full Issue -- IJRP
Table of Contents
J. Tuomas Harviainen, "Editorial"
Sarah Lynne Bowman and Andhe Standiford, “Educational Larp in the Middle School Classroom: A Mixed Method Case Study”
Mary Lynn Crow and Larry P. Nelson, “The Effects of Using Academic Role-Playing in a Teacher Education Service-Learning Course”
Marjukka Lampo, “Ecological Approach to the Performance of Larping”
Michael Sangyeob Lee and Carrie Heeter, “Cognitive Intervention and Reconciliation: NPC Believability in Single-Player RPGs”
Mika Loponen and Jukka Särkijärvi, “Review: Playing at the World“
Peningkatan Keterampilan Menulis Teks Eksplanasi Melalui Media Audio Visual pada Siswa Kelas XI SMK Negeri 1 Palembang
Authors: Rukiyah Siti , Wahyuni Indarawati Sri , Laila Ida 
Published: May 2023

Based on the results of improving learning carried out through Classroom Action Research (CAR), it can be concluded that the use of audio-visual media can improve the skills of writing explanatory texts at SMK Negeri 1 Palembang class XI AKL 1 in Indonesian subjects with the sub-subjects of explanatory texts as follows. The results obtained by students during the learning improvement activities in the first cycle of students who have obtained a score of 70 reach 17 students with an average score of 59, the student activity score is 44% and the learning completeness is 50%. Then the second cycle of students who get a score of 70 reaches 31 students with an average score of 83, the student activity rate is 91% and the learning completeness has reached 91%. Thus the desired target has been achieved and student learning outcomes have reached the KKM
EVALUASI PEMANFATAN DANA INSENTIF DAERAH BERBASIS PENGHARGAAN PEMBANGUNAN DAERAH PADA PROVINSI JAWA TENGAH, BENGKULU DAN JAWA TIMUR
Authors: Pambudi Andi Setyo , Lady Manalu Grace Second , . Deni 
Published: May 2023

Abstrak
Ketimpanganpembangunan daerah terkait disparitas fiskal menjadi permasalahan hingga saat ini. Pembangunan desentralisasi fiskal bukan hanya terkait transfer dana kepada pemerintah daerah, tetapi perhatian pada penciptaan dampak positif perbaikan kualitas pelayanan publik menjadi utama, selain juga pertumbuhan ekonomi regional. Pada level provinsi, Dana Insentif Daerah (DID) menjadi salah satu sumber pendanaan pembangunan daerah sekaligus menjadi ukuran kualitas daerah karena untuk mendapatkannya diperlukan kompetisi. Salah satu kompetisi yang menjadi dasar perhitungan alokasi Dana Insentif Daerah adalah Penghargaan Pembangunan Daerah (PPD) yang diselenggarakan oleh Kementerian PPN/Bappenas. Evaluasi terkait DID bertujuan untuk menilai kualitas realisasi dan efektivitas pemanfaatan anggaran DID tahun 2021 kepada daerah terbaik PPD tahun 2020 menjadi menarik diulas dalam rangka memperkuat kerjasama pemerintah pusat dan daerah serta meningkatkan pemanfaatan dana tersebut di daerah. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan metode kualitatif dengan optimalisasi kuesioner google form dan memanfaatkan aplikasi Zoom sebagai verifikasi terbatas pada penerima DID tahun 2021 khususnya 3 terbaik Provinsi PPD 2020 untuk melihat implementasi lapangan terkait perubahan kebijakan yang mempengaruhi pelaksanaan DID dalam masa Pandemi COVID-19 dalam konteks evaluasi on going. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa meskipun realisasi pada 3 provinsi lokasi studi kasus dinilai baik, namun secara umum pemanfaatan DID agak berbeda sehingga belum well planned jika dibandingkan dengan dana transfer lain seperti Dana Alokasi Khusus (DAK) yang proses dari perencanaan, pelaksanaan dan evaluasinya dilakukan secara lebih berjenjang dan menggunakan sistem yang lebih mapan.
Kata Kunci: Dana Insentif Daerah, Penghargaan Pembangunan Daerah, Provinsi, Evaluasi
ANALISIS PROGRAM BERAS DAERAH (RASDA) GUNA MEWUJUDKAN KESEJAHTERAAN RUMAH TANGGA SASARAN PENERIMA MANFAAT (RTS-PM) DI KABUPATEN MALINAU PROVINSI KALIMANTAN UTARA
Authors: Hilda Tria , Prabowo Hadi , Sartika Ika 
Published: May 2023

Abstrak
Program Beras Daerah (RASDA) merupakan salah satu program unggulan Pemerintah Daerah Kabupaten Malinau, dalam Mewujudkan Kesejahteraan Rumah Tangga Sasaran Penerima Manfaat (RTS-PM) Di Kabupaten Malinau Provinsi Kalimantan Utara. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana Analisis Program Beras Daerah (RASDA) Guna Mewujudkan Kesejahteraan Rumah Tangga Sasaran Penerima Manfaat (RTS-PM) Di Kabupaten Malinau Provinsi Kalimantan Utara serta mengetahui Hambatan Pemerintah Kabupaten Malinau dalam penerapan program RASDA. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif analitis yaitu uraian yang menggambarkan dan menganalisis permasalahan berdasarkan kebijakan pemerintahan melalui peraturan pemerintah yang berlaku. Penelitian ini menggunakan Metode penelitian deskriptif kualitatif menggunakan Pendekatan Konseptual (Conceptual Approach), dimana sumber data didapat melalui Studi Kepustakaan (Library Research) dengan mengacu pada teori Manajemen David (2011) yaitu a) Perencanaan; b) Pengorganisasian; c) Pemotivasian; d) Penempatan Staf; dan e) Pengendalian. Sehingga penelitian ini mengkaji serta mengkomparasikan isi muatan perundangan otonomi daerah terkait pangan serta peraturan daerah yang mengatur tentang beras daerah (RASDA) yang merupakan salah satu program unggulan Pemerintah Daerah Kabupaten Malinau. Hasil penelitian Analisis Program Beras Daerah (RASDA) Guna Mewujudkan Kesejahteraan Rumah Tangga Sasaran Penerima Manfaat (RTS-PM) Di Kabupaten Malinau Provinsi Kalimantan Utara sudah berjalan dengan baik, hal ini dilihat dari empat aspek, yaitu : (1) Aspek Kebijakan Pemerintahan; (2) Aspek Pemenuhan Hak RTS-PM; (3) Aspek Manajemen Program RASDA; (4) Aspek Kualitas RASDA.

Kata Kunci: Program RASDA, Kesejahteraan, RT-SPM.
Photothermally responsive icariin and carbon nanofiber modified hydrogels for the treatment of periodontitis
Authors: Zheng Xiangjiao , Dong Zhiqiang , Liang Zepeng , Liu Yu , Yin Xiaowei , Han Mofei , Cui Zhongcheng , Mei Xifan , Gao Xiuqiu 
Published: May 2023

Introduction: Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease brought on by various bacteria, and effective antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and alveolar bone regeneration are the main goals of treating periodontal disease.Methods: In the current work, we employed Icariin (ICA) into a hydrogel modified with carbon nanofiber (CNF) to create a multifunctional composite nanoplatform. The composite was activated in the near infrared (NIR) to treat periodontitis.Results: The antibacterial results showed that the ICA+CNF@H showed 94.2% and 91.7% clearance of S. aureus and E. coli, respectively, under NIR irradiation. In vitro experiments showed that NIR-irradiated composites suppressed inflammatory factor (IL-6) and ROS expression and up-regulated the performance of anti-inflammatory factor (IL-10) in RAW264.7 cells. At the same time, the composites promoted the production of osteogenic factors in BMSCs, with an approximately 3-fold increase in alkaline phosphatase activity after 7 days and an approximately 2-fold increase in the rate of extracellular matrix mineralization after 21 days. In vivo tests showed that the alveolar bone height was clearly greater in the ICA+CNF@H (NIR) group compared to the periodontitis group.Discussion: In conclusion, ICA+CNF@H under NIR irradiation achieved a synergistic effect of antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, reduction of reactive oxygen species and promotion of osteogenesis, offering a novel approach for treating periodontitis.
Human sperm proteome reveals the effect of environmental borne seminal polyaromatic hydrocarbons exposome in etiology of idiopathic male factor infertility
Authors: Nayak Jasmine , Jena Soumya Ranjan , Kumar Sugandh , Kar Sujata , Dixit Anshuman , Samanta Luna 
Published: May 2023

Introduction: Polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are considered as redox active environmental toxicants inducing oxidative stress (OS) mediated injury to cells. Oxidative predominance is reported in 30%–80% of idiopathic male infertility (IMI) patients. Hence, this work aims to unravel correlation, if any, between seminal PAH exposome and sperm function in IMI patients through a proteomic approach.Methods: Seminal PAH exposome was analyzed in 43 fertile donors and 60 IMI patients by HPLC and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was applied to find out the cut-off limits. Spermatozoa proteome was analyzed by label free liquid chromatography mass spectroscopy (LC-MS/MS) followed by molecular pathway analysis using bioinformatic tools. Validation of key proteins’ expression and protein oxidative modifications were analyzed by western blot.Results and discussion: Of the 16 standards toxic PAH, 13 were detected in semen. Impact of the different PAHs on fertility are Anthracene &lt; benzo (a) pyrene &lt; benzo [b] fluoranthene &lt; Fluoranthene &lt; benzo (a) anthracene &lt;indol (123CD) pyrene &lt; pyrene &lt; naphthalene &lt; dibenzo (AH) anthracene &lt; fluorene &lt; 2bromonaphthalene &lt; chrysene &lt; benzo (GH1) perylene as revealed by ROC Curve analysis (AUCROC). Benzo [a] pyrene is invariably present in all infertile patients while naphthalene is present in both groups. Of the total 773 detected proteins (Control: 631 and PAH: 717); 71 were differentially expressed (13 underexpressed, 58 overexpressed) in IMI patients. Enrichment analysis revealed them to be involved in mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative phosphorylation, DNA damage, Aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AHR) signaling, xenobiotic metabolism and induction of NRF-2 mediated OS response. Increased 4-hydroxynonenal and nitrosylated protein adduct formation, and declined antioxidant defense validates induction of OS. Increased GSH/GSSG ratio in patients may be an adaptive response for PAH metabolism via conjugation as evidenced by over-expression of AHR and Heat shock protein 90 beta (HSP90β) in patients. Seminal PAH concentrations, particularly benzo (a) pyrene can be used as a marker to distinguish IMI from fertile ones with 66.67% sensitivity and 100% specificity (95% confidence interval) along with oxidative protein modification and expression of AHR and HSP90β.
Blood flow kinetic energy is a novel marker for right ventricular global systolic function in patients with left ventricular assist device therapy
Authors: Akiyama Koichi , Colombo Paolo C. , Stöhr Eric J. , Ji Ruiping , Wu Isaac Y. , Itatani Keiichi , Miyazaki Shohei , Nishino Teruyasu , Nakamura Naotoshi , Nakajima Yasufumi , McDonnell Barry J , Takeda Koji , Yuzefpolskaya Melana , Takayama Hiroo 
Published: May 2023

ObjectivesRight ventricular (RV) failure remains a major concern in heart failure (HF) patients undergoing left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation. We aimed to measure the kinetic energy of blood in the RV outflow tract (KE-RVOT) – a new marker of RV global systolic function. We also aimed to assess the relationship of KE-RVOT to other echocardiographic parameters in all subjects and assess the relationship of KE-RVOT to hemodynamic parameters of RV performance in HF patients.MethodsFifty-one subjects were prospectively enrolled into 4 groups (healthy controls, NYHA Class II, NYHA Class IV, LVAD patients) as follows: 11 healthy controls, 32 HF patients (8 NYHA Class II and 24 Class IV), and 8 patients with preexisting LVADs. The 24 Class IV HF patients included 21 pre-LVAD and 3 pre-transplant patients. Echocardiographic parameters of RV function (TAPSE, St', Et', IVA, MPI) and RV outflow color-Doppler images were recorded in all patients. Invasive hemodynamic parameters of RV function were collected in all Class IV HF patients. KE-RVOT was derived from color-Doppler imaging using a vector flow mapping proprietary software. Kruskal-Wallis test was performed for comparison of KE-RVOT in each group. Correlation between KE-RVOT and echocardiographic/hemodynamic parameters was assessed by linear regression analysis. Receiver operating characteristic curves for the ability of KE-RVOT to predict early phase RV failure were generated.ResultsKE-RVOT (median ± IQR) was higher in healthy controls (55.10 [39.70 to 76.43] mW/m) than in the Class II HF group (22.23 [15.41 to 35.58] mW/m, p &lt; 0.005). KE-RVOT was further reduced in the Class IV HF group (9.02 [5.33 to 11.94] mW/m, p &lt; 0.05). KE-RVOT was lower in the LVAD group (25.03 [9.88 to 38.98] mW/m) than the healthy controls group (p &lt; 0.005). KE-RVOT had significant correlation with all echocardiographic parameters and no correlation with invasive hemodynamic parameters. RV failure occurred in 12 patients who underwent LVAD implantation in the Class IV HF group (1 patient was not eligible due to death immediately after the LVAD implantation). KE-RVOT cut-off value for prediction of RV failure was 9.15 mW/m (sensitivity: 0.67, specificity: 0.75, AUC: 0.66).ConclusionsKE-RVOT, a novel noninvasive measure of RV function, strongly correlates with well-established echocardiographic markers of RV performance. KE-RVOT is the energy generated by RV wall contraction. Therefore, KE-RVOT may reflect global RV function. The utility of KE-RVOT in prediction of RV failure post LVAD implantation requires further study.
Novel technique to reduce prolapsed device in atrial septal defect closure
Authors: Liao Li-Chin , Jan Sheng-Ling , Lin Ming-Chih , Lee Ho-Hsun , Fu Yun-Ching 
Published: May 2023

ObjectiveTranscatheter closure of atrial septal defect (ASD) has become an alternative treatment to surgical repair. One of the challenges is the prolapse of the left atrial disc during the procedure. Many techniques have been developed to prevent the prolapse but not reduce it. In this study, we present a novel technique, termed push back technique, that help reduce the prolapsed device.MethodsWe enrolled 24 patients (8 males, 16 females) between May 2008 and January 2023 who underwent the push back technique during transcatheter closure of ASD in Taichung Veterans General Hospital. We recorded the hemodynamic data, success rate and complications including device embolization/migration, valvular regurgitation, pericardial effusion, and residual shunt.ResultsThe median age was 6.3 years (1.2-70.5 years) and the median weight was 19.1 kg (7.8–90 kg). Fifteen (62.5%) patients had mild pulmonary hypertension. The median Qp/Qs was 2.54 (1.5–8.8). The median ASD stretched size was 21.2 mm (7.7–35.3 mm). The median device size was 22 mm (8–40 mm). The median fluoroscopy time was 14 min (5–23 min) and median procedure time was 47 min (25–78 min). The push back technique successfully reduced the prolapsed device in 21 (87.5%) patients. There was no complication in all patients.ConclusionWe present a novel push back technique that can successfully reduce the prolapsed device in 87.5% (21/24) patients without complications. It is feasible, safe and effective.
Sinkhole risk mapping and early warning: the case of Camaiore (Italy)
Authors: Intrieri Emanuele , Confuorto Pierluigi , Bianchini Silvia , Rivolta Carlo , Leva Davide , Gregolon Samuele , Buchignani Vincenzo , Fanti Riccardo 
Published: May 2023

Introduction: Sinkholes are ground collapses that can cause significant damage to infrastructure and buildings. Part of the risk represented by sinkholes is related to their abruptness and the difficulty in spotting in advance their exact location within a sinkhole-prone area. For this reason, urban planning informed by an accurate risk mapping and monitoring is one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk.Methods: In this study, we propose a two-folded procedure based on the examination of ground displacement data measured by a ground-based interferometric radar and on the generation of a sinkhole risk zonation map. We examined 11 years’ worth of ground displacement data measured by a ground-based interferometric radar to search for sinkhole precursors. The analysis was based on averaged displacement time series retrieved from high-coherence pixels scattered around Camaiore, Italy, a test site where a catastrophic sinkhole occurred in 1995. To generate a sinkhole risk map, we evaluated the susceptibility map as derived from a set of predisposing environmental parameters, the vulnerability derived from the thickness of the sedimentary cover that can be linked to the abruptness of the collapse, and the value of the elements at risk from the Italian Real Estate Market Observatory integrated with land cover information for the non-built up areas.Results: The analysis of ground displacement data revealed that Camaiore had not experienced subsidence relatable to incoming sinkholes in the monitored period. However, few cm of vertical movements, which are well correlated with water table oscillations, have been measured and are expected to be of the same order of magnitude of sinkhole precursor deformations. This implies that a phenomenon of the size and velocity of the 1995 event could have likely been detected before its final collapse. The sinkhole risk map identified specific areas that should be closely monitored using in situ and remote sensing instrumentation.Discussion: The sinkhole risk zonation map generated in this study can be used to inform urban planning and risk management strategies. The study also shows the potential of ground-based interferometric radar to detect sinkhole precursors and the importance of integrating different mitigation approaches. Overall, this study can provide insights for sinkhole risk assessment and management in sinkhole-prone areas.