Village funds and village-level of economic growth: A case study in Pamekasan

Village funds have become a significant strategy in the government's efforts to improve economic development at the village level, and village funds play a role in encouraging equitable village economic growth in Pamekasan Regency but still require a more in-depth evaluation. This research is based on the condition of even village economic growth in Pamekasan Regency villages, which is still below the average of 29.53. A study aims to analyze the relationship and how much influence there is between village funds, poverty-free villages, developing village index, and villages without disparity on the increase in the economic growth score of the village equally.  The data collection technique is a documentation technique sourced from the Ministry of Villages, Development of Disadvantaged Regions and Transmigration. The method used in this study is multiple linear regression. The study results show that the increase in the economic growth score of the village is evenly responded to positively by villages without poverty and without inequality. On the other hand, the increase in the economic growth score of the village is responded negatively by the village fund because the higher the economic growth score of the village is even, the village fund budget will be reduced. After all, the welfare of the community begins to be achieved. The implication of the study is to provide input for related agencies and village communities in increasing the score of equitable village economic growth in Pamekasan Regency villages

Morphological Structure of the Body Setae as Mechanoreceptor on the Mesonotum of Telenomus remus Nixon (Hymenoptera, Platygastridae)

Telenomus remus is parasitoid on many Lepidpoteran. Morphological analysis on T. remus is important to understand their behavior and assest the quality of parasitoid comes from the mass rearing process. However, the information of T. remus body setae cuticle characteristics were limited. This study aimed to explore the body setae on the mesonotum of of T. remus by using electron microscopy analysis and characterize their cuticle characterisics to infer the putative function of the body setae. The results showed structures that support the body setae on the mesonotum as mechanoreceptor. The structure included the long and dangling seta peg, a socket, and a gap between a socket and the base of the seta peg. The putative function related to the biology and behavior of T. remus were discussed

Analisis Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Minat Masyarakat Terhadap Produk Keuangan Syari’ah

This study aims to analyze the factors influencing public interest in Sharia-compliant financial products in Indonesia. The primary focus is to understand how public understanding and education impact their interest in products such as savings, deposits, insurance, pawnshops, and Sharia-compliant securities. This research employs a qualitative approach using a literature review method. Data were collected from various relevant literature sources, including journals, books, reports, and scientific articles. Descriptive analysis was conducted to identify key patterns and themes related to the factors influencing public interest in Sharia-compliant financial products. The results indicate that the level of public understanding and education significantly affects their interest in Sharia-compliant financial products. People with a better understanding of Sharia principles and the mechanisms of Sharia-compliant financial products tend to be more interested and confident in using these products. Sharia financial literacy programs, integration of Sharia finance materials into educational curricula, and practical training and workshops have proven effective in increasing public understanding and interest. Therefore, improving public education and understanding is expected to drive the growth of the Sharia finance industry in Indonesia

The implementation of Project-based Learning in higher education: Students and lecturers' perspectives

Project-based learning, which has been widely claimed to be helping students build skills needed in the 21st century, has been implemented in various teaching and learning contexts, including in higher education settings. This research was intended to explore how Project-based Learning (PBL) was implemented in a university setting from both students' and lecturers' perspectives in an Indonesian University. This qualitative research involved 17 students who participated in various projects while taking university courses and two lecturers who taught using PBL. The data were gathered from students' written reflections and lecturers' interviews. Teachers' semester plans were analyzed to triangulate the data. The obtained data were analyzed thematically based on emerging themes. The findings show that both students and lecturers consider PBL to be beneficial in strengthening the development of 21st century skills. In particular, the students consider PBL to offer them some benefits, such as improving their critical thinking skills, promoting creativity, fostering collaboration, and expanding their knowledge. Despite its usefulness, PBL has some constraints that are time-consuming and provoke tensions among group members as they have different ideas to work on the project. In contrast to the students' perspectives, the lecturers have slightly different views on PBL. The lecturers consider PBL as a good teaching approach, yet monitoring students' progress and assessing the product were two challenges, especially during the pandemic time

The Relationship of the Clinical Practice Environment, Supervision and Supervisors with Students' Clinical Experience as an Effort to Prepare Professional Nurse Graduates

Background: Learning turns theoretical knowledge into practice for nursing students. The quality of a student's clinical experience is influenced by the practice environment, supervision, and supervisor. The clinical practice environment influences the approach and achievement of student competencies. Supervision is important for quality nursing care, while effective supervisors act professionally and guide students in managing patients. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the clinical practice environment, supervision and supervisors with the clinical experience of students as an effort to prepare professional nurse graduates in the D-III Nursing study program in Kutacane, Poltekkes Kemenkes Aceh, totaling 64 students with a sampling technique, namely total sampling based on inclusive criteria. Methods: Type of research This is a correlational analytical descriptive with a cross sectional approach. Data analysis was carried out via Univariate and Bivariate. Results: The results of this research show that there is a significant relationship between the clinical practice environment, supervision and supervisors with the clinical experience of students in the D-III Nursing study program in Kutacane, Poltekkes Kemenkes Aceh with p-values of 0.033, 0.024 and 0.015. Conclusion:  Therefore, it is recommended that collaboration between educational institutions and health institutions be strengthened to create an optimal clinical practice environment

Gender disparities and risk factors in infant mortality in Indonesia

The Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) is closely related to the Human Development Index (HDI), which measures a country's social and economic development. The decline in IMR based on gender is thought to be related to discrimination in the treatment of female babies, unequal nutritional needs of female babies, and utilization of health service facilities. This study aims to investigate the relationship between risk factors and infant mortality with gender stratification. Using a cross-sectional approach based on secondary data from the 2012 and 2017 Indonesian Demographic and Health Survey (IDHS), the research sample consisted of women of childbearing age (15-49 years) who had given birth, totaling 3694 and 3413 women in 2012 and 2017, respectively. Data analysis was conducted using logistic regression and the sampling technique employed was two-stage stratified random sampling. From the 2012 and 2017 IDHS, variables influencing infant mortality based on gender included maternal age (0.23 95% CI 0.14-0.37; 3.17 95% CI 1.94-5.17), parity (0.49 95% CI 0.33-0.72; 2.53 95% CI 1.75-3.68), place of birth (0.47 95% CI 0.33-0.67; 0.61 95% CI 0.41-0.89), and body weight (2.67 95%CI 1.75-4.08; 3.31 95% CI 2.12-5.17). Baby girls with small birth weights were at higher risk of dying compared to baby boys, while male babies born to older mothers were at greater risk of death compared to female babies. Antenatal care is an essential key in reducing various risks of infant death based on gender, playing a crucial role in ensuring healthier outcomes for both male and female infants through early detection and targeted interventions

Enhancing UAV Navigation in Dynamic Environments: A Detailed Integration of Fick's Law Algorithm for Optimal Pathfinding in Complex Terrains

In the realm of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), efficient navigation in complex environments is crucial, necessitating advanced pathfinding algorithms. This study introduces the Fick's Law Algorithm (FLA) for UAV path optimization, drawing inspiration from the principles of molecular diffusion, and positions it in the context of existing algorithms such as A* and Dijkstra's. Through a comparative analysis, we highlight FLA's unique approach and advantages in terms of computational efficiency and adaptability to dynamic obstacles. Our experiment, conducted in a simulated three-dimensional space with static and dynamic obstacles, involves an extensive quantitative analysis. FLA's performance is quantified through metrics like path length reduction, computation time, and obstacle avoidance efficacy, demonstrating a marked improvement over traditional methods. The technical foundation of FLA is detailed, emphasizing its iterative adaptation based on a cost function that accounts for path length and obstacle avoidance. The algorithm's rapid convergence towards an optimal solution is evidenced by a significant decrease in the cost function, supported by data from our convergence graph. Visualizations in both 2D and 3D effectively illustrate the UAV’s trajectory, highlighting FLA's efficiency in real-time path correction and obstacle negotiation. Furthermore, we discuss FLA's practical implications, outlining its adaptability in various real-world UAV applications, while also acknowledging its limitations and potential challenges. This exploration extends FLA's relevance beyond theoretical contexts, suggesting its efficacy in real-world scenarios. Looking ahead, future work will not only focus on enhancing FLA's computational efficiency but also on developing specific methodologies for real-world testing. These include adaptive scaling for different UAV models and environments, as well as integration with UAV hardware systems. Our study establishes FLA as a potent tool for autonomous UAV navigation, offering significant contributions to the field of dynamic path optimization

A Novel of Energy Consumption Profile of a Shopping Center

Energy conservation in Indonesia is the primary choice made by the government of the Republic of Indonesia. It is undeniable that the highest consumption of a building is air conditioning energy, especially in a tropical environment like Indonesia. Air conditioning consumes between 40% and 80% of power in a high-rise building. The problem is how to find out the electricity usage profile and energy consumption index in a building that has been in operation for more than 20 years. This research aims to find the energy profile and calculate the energy consumption of a shopping center building. The method used is an Energy Audit according to SNI 6196. The energy consumption profile is an anomaly where the energy consumption for the air conditioning system is only 48%, while the average value in shopping centers in Indonesia is 62.9%. Meanwhile, the GFA energy consumption index is 23.11 kWh/m2/month or 277.3 kWh/m2/year. According to SNI 03-0196, the result is classified as an energy-intensive building. This value is close to the SNI 03-0196 standard for very energy-intensive building levels, which has values between 23.75 and 37.5 kWh/m2/month. Energy-saving opportunities are calculated by calculating the difference in the ECI value with the target ECI value. To increase the efficiency of energy consumption, this can be done by replacing the chiller unit which still uses a step type compressor. Apart from that, improving air conditioning insulation is very significant to overcome energy consumption problems. Adding green plants around buildings can also increase electrical efficiency

Sustainable waste solutions: Optimizing location-allocation of 3R waste management sites in Gondokusuman, Yogyakarta, Indonesia through multi-maximal covering location approach

Developing a Multi-Maximal Covering Location Model (MMCLM) for waste management in Gondokusuman Sub-district, Yogyakarta, Indonesia, is urgently needed. The closure of the Piyungan landfill has resulted in the need for additional Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle Waste Management Sites (3R-WMSs) to reduce waste that the landfill cannot accommodate. The primary objective of this model is to optimize the location and allocation of demand volume nodes, representing the resident population, to a specific set of 3R-WMS. These demand nodes are located at different distances from 3R-WMSs, including high and low coverage areas. The research in the Gondokusuman Sub-district employed MMCLM with facility capacity constraints and was developed using mixed integer linear programming methodology. The study identified five optimal locations for a 3R-WMS establishment that comprehensively cover all demand nodes (15301) and population clusters (45903) in the sub-district, including both high (5085) and low coverage areas (10216). This research represents a significant step forward in developing a sustainable environment by ensuring easy access to reducing, reusing, and recycling-based waste management facilities for residents

EFEKTIVITAS PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN OVITRAP DI SANGGAR BELAJAR AMI KULIM PENANG MALAYSIA

Dengue fever cases in Malaysia experienced a staggering surge of 150.7%, which presented a significant public health threat. One potential solution was to educate the populace about the use of Ovitrap as a means to regulate and diminish Aedes aegypti mosquito populations. A study was undertaken to evaluate the efficacy of teaching ovitrap construction at the Ami Kulim learning studio in Penang, Malaysia. The research employed a quasi-experimental approach, utilizing a one-group pretest-posttest design with a sample size of 24 children. Data analysis involved the utilization of average and Wilcoxon tests. Results unveiled a notable disparity in the comprehension of ovitrap production before and after the instructional sessions (p-value = 0.005). Further investigation indicated that 16 participants had enhanced their understanding, while 5 exhibited a decline, and 3 remained unchanged. Consequently, it was justifiable to conclude that there existed a substantial shift in the knowledge of ovitrap assembly following the training interventio