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    Sistem Informasi Data Warga Binaan Rutan Klas IIB Kabupaten Blora

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    Keberadaan teknologi informasi saat ini memberikan keuntungan secara langsung maupun tidak langsung kepada dunia pendidikan, bisnis, komunitas, lembaga publik dan banyak lagi dari sekala kecil hingga besar. Dengan adanya teknologi informasi data-data bisa disimpan, diolah, diambil, diperbarui secara mudah dan tidak memerlukan tempat terlalu banyak. Sehingga tidak bisa dipungkiri keberadaan teknologi informasi menjadi kebutuhan utama di era globalisasi sekarang ini. Salah satu bentuk pemanfaatan teknologi informasi ini adalah dengan cara pembuatan Sistem Informasi Data Warga Binaan Klas IIB Kabupaten Blora. Sistem ini nantinya digunakan untuk mengolah data warga binaan. Dengan menggunakan sistem ini dapat mempermudah proses pengolahan data warga binaan di Rutan Klas IIB Kabupaten Blora, serta dapat mengumpulkan, menyimpan dan menghasilkan informasi yang lebih cepat akurat dan efisien sehingga menghemat biaya dan waktu

    Penataan Desa Karangkemiri di Kabupaten Banyumas sebagai Kampung Wisata Edukasi Kebersihan Lingkungan

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    Garbage, especially plastic waste, is now a big problem in all places. Even though there have been many world communities who are aware of this, there are still many who have not considered waste as a threat, especially for villagers. One of the villages is Karangkemiri Village, located in Karanglewas District, Banyumas Regency, Central Java. At present even garbage has arrived at the residents' rice fields. Therefore, there was an idea to make Karangkemiri a village for environmental hygiene education, which not only educates its citizens but also the surrounding community. The designation of this environmental hygiene education village includes providing waste management sites starting from collecting, cleaning, processing waste, which are then partially used to supplement the park, and sold to raise the economy of the residents. In addition to processing waste, an environmental education park is also provided, most of which are made from garbage crafts. It is expected that the establishment of this environmentally clean educational tourism village for Karangkemiri residents, and the surrounding residents will be more concerned about the cleanliness of their environment

    Analisis Produktivitas Dan Kinerja Lingkungan Pada UKM Batik Laweyan Dengan Green Productivity (Stusi Kasus: UKM Batik Anugrah Purnama dan UKM Batik Tunaruntum)

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    Perkembangan industri batik di Kampoeng Batik Laweyan menuntut para pengusaha batik untuk terus meningkatkan dan memperbaiki kinerjanya agar dapat tetap bertahan dan berkompetisi dengan industri lainnya. Salah satu yang dapat dilakukan adalah dengan meningkatkan produktivitas. Dengan produktivitas dapat diketahui bagaimana kinerja sebuah perusahaan secara keseluruhan dan sebagai tolak ukur untuk melakukan perbaikan yang berkelanjutan Selain berdampak positif terhadap perekonomian, industri batik juga memiliki dampak dalam segi lingkungan. Dampak lingkungan tersebut disebabkan karena proses produksi yang mengakibatkan pembuangan material dan energi yang membebani lingkungan. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mengukur produktivitas dan kinerja lingkungan dari UKM Batik Ogut, UKM Batik Anugrah Purnama dan UKM Batik Tunaruntum. Green productivity merupakan suatu strategi untuk meningkatkan produktivitas perusahaan dan performansi lingkungan secara bersamaan di dalam pembangunan sosial-ekonomi secara menyeluruh. Pada penelitian ini dilakukan perhitungan produktivitas dan kinerja lingkungan dari ketiga UKM batik tersebut dan membuat upaya penanganan limbah berupa filtrasi. Berdasarkan penelitian yang telah dilakukan pada Ukm Batik Ogut, Ukm Batik Anugrah Purnama dan Ukm Batik Tunaruntum didapatkan produktivitas dari ketiga ukm pada bulan Januari 2019 adalah: 205%, 172% dan 610%. Upaya yang dilakukan untuk meningkatkan produktivitas adalah dengan manajemen material berupa penggunaan kembali (reuse) lilin malam dan mengganti bahan bakar untuk proses lorod dengan menggunakan gas. Berdasarkan perhitungan produktivitas didapatkan produktivitas ketiga ukm meningkat menjadi: 249% , 208% dan 664%. Setelah adanya penanganan limbah cair, nilai indeks environmental performance indicator (EPI) dari ketiga ukm meningkat dari -0.363, -1.415, -3.285 menjadi 0.219, -0.032, -0.77

    Latent class cluster analysis of symptom ratings identifies distinct subgroups within the clinical high risk for psychosis syndrome

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    © 2017 The clinical-high-risk for psychosis (CHR-P) syndrome is heterogeneous in terms of clinical presentation and outcomes. Identifying more homogenous subtypes of the syndrome may help clarify its etiology and improve the prediction of psychotic illness. This study applied latent class cluster analysis (LCCA) to symptom ratings from the North American Prodrome Longitudinal Studies 1 and 2 (NAPLS 1 and 2). These analyses produced evidence for three to five subgroups within the CHR-P syndrome. Differences in negative and disorganized symptoms distinguished among the subgroups. Subgroup membership was found to predict conversion to psychosis. The authors contrast the methods employed within this study with previous attempts to identify more homogenous subgroups of CHR-P individuals and discuss how these results could be tested in future samples of CHR-P individuals

    Primordial nucleosynthesis with a varying fine structure constant: An improved estimate

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    We compute primordial light-element abundances for cases with fine structure constant alpha different from the present value, including many sources of alpha dependence neglected in previous calculations. Specifically, we consider contributions arising from Coulomb barrier penetration, photon coupling to nuclear currents, and the electromagnetic components of nuclear masses. We find the primordial abundances to depend more weakly on alpha than previously estimated, by up to a factor of 2 in the case of ^7Li. We discuss the constraints on variations in alpha from the individual abundance measurements and the uncertainties affecting these constraints. While the present best measurements of primordial D/H, ^4He/H, and ^7Li/H may be reconciled pairwise by adjusting alpha and the universal baryon density, no value of alpha allows all three to be accommodated simultaneously without consideration of systematic error. The combination of measured abundances with observations of acoustic peaks in the cosmic microwave background favors no change in alpha within the uncertainties.Comment: Phys. Rev. D accepted version; minor changes in response to refere

    Examining the interaction between prenatal stress and polygenic risk for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder on brain growth in childhood:Findings from the DREAM BIG consortium

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    This study explored the interactions among prenatal stress, child sex, and polygenic risk scores (PGS) for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) on structural developmental changes of brain regions implicated in ADHD. We used data from two population-based birth cohorts: Growing Up in Singapore Towards healthy Outcomes (GUSTO) from Singapore (n = 113) and Generation R from Rotterdam, the Netherlands (n = 433). Prenatal stress was assessed using questionnaires. We obtained latent constructs of prenatal adversity and prenatal mood problems using confirmatory factor analyses. The participants were genotyped using genome-wide single nucleotide polymorphism arrays, and ADHD PGSs were computed. Magnetic resonance imaging scans were acquired at 4.5 and 6 years (GUSTO), and at 10 and 14 years (Generation R). We estimated the age-related rate of change for brain outcomes related to ADHD and performed (1) prenatal stress by sex interaction models, (2) prenatal stress by ADHD PGS interaction models, and (3) 3-way interaction models, including prenatal stress, sex, and ADHD PGS. We observed an interaction between prenatal stress and ADHD PGS on mean cortical thickness annual rate of change in Generation R (i.e., in individuals with higher ADHD PGS, higher prenatal stress was associated with a lower rate of cortical thinning, whereas in individuals with lower ADHD PGS, higher prenatal stress was associated with a higher rate of cortical thinning). None of the other tested interactions were statistically significant. Higher prenatal stress may promote a slower brain developmental rate during adolescence in individuals with higher ADHD genetic vulnerability, whereas it may promote a faster brain developmental rate in individuals with lower ADHD genetic vulnerability.</p

    Dust Devil Tracks

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    Dust devils that leave dark- or light-toned tracks are common on Mars and they can also be found on the Earth’s surface. Dust devil tracks (hereinafter DDTs) are ephemeral surface features with mostly sub-annual lifetimes. Regarding their size, DDT widths can range between ∼1 m and ∼1 km, depending on the diameter of dust devil that created the track, and DDT lengths range from a few tens of meters to several kilometers, limited by the duration and horizontal ground speed of dust devils. DDTs can be classified into three main types based on their morphology and albedo in contrast to their surroundings; all are found on both planets: (a) dark continuous DDTs, (b) dark cycloidal DDTs, and (c) bright DDTs. Dark continuous DDTs are the most common type on Mars. They are characterized by their relatively homogenous and continuous low albedo surface tracks. Based on terrestrial and martian in situ studies, these DDTs most likely form when surficial dust layers are removed to expose larger-grained substrate material (coarse sands of ≥500 μm in diameter). The exposure of larger-grained materials changes the photometric properties of the surface; hence leading to lower albedo tracks because grain size is photometrically inversely proportional to the surface reflectance. However, although not observed so far, compositional differences (i.e., color differences) might also lead to albedo contrasts when dust is removed to expose substrate materials with mineralogical differences. For dark continuous DDTs, albedo drop measurements are around 2.5 % in the wavelength range of 550–850 nm on Mars and around 0.5 % in the wavelength range from 300–1100 nm on Earth. The removal of an equivalent layer thickness around 1 μm is sufficient for the formation of visible dark continuous DDTs on Mars and Earth. The next type of DDTs, dark cycloidal DDTs, are characterized by their low albedo pattern of overlapping scallops. Terrestrial in situ studies imply that they are formed when sand-sized material that is eroded from the outer vortex area of a dust devil is redeposited in annular patterns in the central vortex region. This type of DDT can also be found in on Mars in orbital image data, and although in situ studies are lacking, terrestrial analog studies, laboratory work, and numerical modeling suggest they have the same formation mechanism as those on Earth. Finally, bright DDTs are characterized by their continuous track pattern and high albedo compared to their undisturbed surroundings. They are found on both planets, but to date they have only been analyzed in situ on Earth. Here, the destruction of aggregates of dust, silt and sand by dust devils leads to smooth surfaces in contrast to the undisturbed rough surfaces surrounding the track. The resulting change in photometric properties occurs because the smoother surfaces have a higher reflectance compared to the surrounding rough surface, leading to bright DDTs. On Mars, the destruction of surficial dust-aggregates may also lead to bright DDTs. However, higher reflective surfaces may be produced by other formation mechanisms, such as dust compaction by passing dust devils, as this may also cause changes in photometric properties. On Mars, DDTs in general are found at all elevations and on a global scale, except on the permanent polar caps. DDT maximum areal densities occur during spring and summer in both hemispheres produced by an increase in dust devil activity caused by maximum insolation. Regionally, dust devil densities vary spatially likely controlled by changes in dust cover thicknesses and substrate materials. This variability makes it difficult to infer dust devil activity from DDT frequencies. Furthermore, only a fraction of dust devils leave tracks. However, DDTs can be used as proxies for dust devil lifetimes and wind directions and speeds, and they can also be used to predict lander or rover solar panel clearing events. Overall, the high DDT frequency in many areas on Mars leads to drastic albedo changes that affect large-scale weather patterns

    Genome-wide meta-analysis identified novel variant associated with hallux valgus in Caucasians

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    Background: Hallux valgus, one of the most common structural foot deformities, is highly heritable. However, previous efforts to elucidate the genetic underpinnings of hallux valgus through a genome-wide association study (GWAS) conducted in 4409 Caucasians did not identify genome-wide significant associations with hallux valgus in both gender-specific and sex-combined GWAS meta-analyses. In this analysis, we add newly available data and more densely imputed genotypes to identify novel genetic variants associated with hallux valgus. Methods: A total of 5925 individuals of European Ancestry were categorized into two groups: 'hallux valgus present' (n = 2314) or 'no deformity' (n = 3611) as determined by trained examiners or using the Manchester grading scale. Genotyping was performed using commercially available arrays followed by imputation to the Haplotype Reference Consortium (HRC) reference panel version 1.1. We conducted both sex-specific and sex-combined association analyses using logistic regression and generalized estimating equations as appropriate in each cohort. Results were then combined in a fixed-effects inverse-variance meta-analyses. Functional Mapping and Annotation web-based platform (FUMA) was used for positional mapping, gene and gene-set analyses. Results: We identified a novel locus in the intronic region of CLCA2 on chromosome 1, rs55807512 (OR = 0.48, p = 2.96E-09), an expression quantitative trait locus for COL24A1, a member of the collagen gene family. Conclusion: In this report of the largest GWAS of hallux valgus to date, we identified a novel genome-wide significant locus for hallux valgus. Additional replication and functional follow-up will be needed to determine the functional role of this locus in hallux valgus biology

    Mitochondrial DNA Diversity of Tor douronensis Valenciennes (Cyprinidae) in Malaysian Borneo

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    This study examines the population structure and taxonomy ofTor douronensis, an important indigenous freshwater fish species in Malaysian Borneo, by using sequence analysis of 466 base pairs of the mitochondrial cytochrome coxidase I (COl) gene. A total of 62 fish samples were collected from five locations in Sarawak (N=54) and Sabah (N=8). The phylogenetic analysis using the NeighbourJoining (N]) method supported the monophyletic status between T. douronensis and Tor tambroides, which further reinforced their taxonomic status as distinct species. The T.douronensis haplotypes werefurther divided into three major groups, with the Pelian[uhfrom Sabah forming its own group (Cluster Ill) with strong bootstrap support. The large genetic differences separating the Sabah haplotypesfrom its Sarawak congeners suggested that the Pelian fish might represent a cryptic species. The current study showed high levels of intra and inter-population variations in T. douronensis. Within all population variations, T. douronensis populations werefound, except in Bario. The presence offixed haplotype differences along with high FST values among the populations ofT. douronensis, support the conclusion that little or no migration occurred among the extant populations separated by large geographic distances or river systems. However, the sharing of haplotypes between some such papulations, for example between Batang Ai and Bario (HS6), and between Batang Ai and Ulu Limbang/Ba Kelalan (HS2) provided support that T. douronensis had a historically widespread natural distribution in the region probably during the Quaternary period. Overall, the present study was able to shed light on the taxonomy and population structure of T. douronensis in Malaysian Borneo

    Field Measurements of Terrestrial and Martian Dust Devils

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    Surface-based measurements of terrestrial and martian dust devils/convective vortices provided from mobile and stationary platforms are discussed. Imaging of terrestrial dust devils has quantified their rotational and vertical wind speeds, translation speeds, dimensions, dust load, and frequency of occurrence. Imaging of martian dust devils has provided translation speeds and constraints on dimensions, but only limited constraints on vertical motion within a vortex. The longer mission durations on Mars afforded by long operating robotic landers and rovers have provided statistical quantification of vortex occurrence (time-of-sol, and recently seasonal) that has until recently not been a primary outcome of more temporally limited terrestrial dust devil measurement campaigns. Terrestrial measurement campaigns have included a more extensive range of measured vortex parameters (pressure, wind, morphology, etc.) than have martian opportunities, with electric field and direct measure of dust abundance not yet obtained on Mars. No martian robotic mission has yet provided contemporaneous high frequency wind and pressure measurements. Comparison of measured terrestrial and martian dust devil characteristics suggests that martian dust devils are larger and possess faster maximum rotational wind speeds, that the absolute magnitude of the pressure deficit within a terrestrial dust devil is an order of magnitude greater than a martian dust devil, and that the time-of-day variation in vortex frequency is similar. Recent terrestrial investigations have demonstrated the presence of diagnostic dust devil signals within seismic and infrasound measurements; an upcoming Mars robotic mission will obtain similar measurement types
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