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Oil palm cultivation thrives as a prominent agricultural endeavor within the southern region of Thailand, where the country ranks third globally in production, following Malaysia and Indonesia. The assessment of oil palm bunch ripeness serves various purposes, notably in determining purchasing prices, pre-harvest evaluations, and evaluating the impacts of disasters or low market prices. Presently, two predominant methods are employed for this assessment, namely human evaluation, and machine learning for ripeness classification. Human assessment, while boasting high accuracy, necessitates the involvement of farmers or experts, resulting in prolonged processing times, especially when dealing with extensive datasets or dispersed fields. Conversely, machine learning, although capable of accurately classifying harvested oil palm bunches, faces limitations concerning its inability to process images of oil palm bunches on trees and the absence of a platform for on-tree ripeness classification. Considering these challenges, this study introduces the development of a classification platform leveraging machine learning (deep learning) in conjunction with geospatial analysis and visualization to ascertain the ripeness of oil palm bunches while they are still on the tree. The research outcomes demonstrate that oil palm bunch ripeness can be accurately and efficiently classified using a mobile device, achieving an impressive accuracy rate of 99.89% with a training dataset comprising 8779 images and a validation accuracy of 96.12% with 1160 images. Furthermore, the proposed platform facilitates the management and processing of spatial data by comparing coordinates derived from images with oil palm plantation data obtained through crowdsourcing and the analysis of cloud or satellite images of oil palm plantations. This comprehensive platform not only provides a robust model for ripeness assessment but also offers potential applications in government management contexts, particularly in scenarios necessitating real-time information on harvesting status and oil palm plantation conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Several studies have been undertaken to develop instruments to measure English teachers' TPACK, but few studies have measured English teachers' TPACK to develop meaningful relationships among technology, content, and pedagogy in the context whereby literacy should be associated with a range of semiotic modes beyond the written language. The interactions with a wider range of texts across modes, media and contexts point to the need for an instrument that can measure English teachers' TPACK in the context of teaching multimodal literacies. In this study, we investigated what factors and items were necessary for examining pre-service teachers' TPACK in multimodal literacy teaching. The proposed TPACK instrument was validated with 220 pre-service teachers across three institutions in Indonesia, China, and Australia. The study shows that the proposed eight-factor instrument generally expressed acceptable validity and reliability and was appropriate for assessing pre-service teachers' TPACK for multimodal literacies. Implications and further research are discussed with the aim of equipping pre-service teachers with the capabilities to integrate content, pedagogy, technology and understand the complex interdependence of contextually bound factors that influence their classroom readiness in teaching multimodal literacies.

The Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) plays a crucial role in shaping local and global environments, yet its effects on interannual variability of the Arabian Sea oxygen minimum zone (ASOMZ) remains poorly understood. Here, we used a coupled physical‐biogeochemical model to investigate the dynamical response of the ASOMZ to extreme negative (2016) and positive (2019) IOD events. Our findings revealed that the suboxic area of the ASOMZ reduced (expanded) by ∼27% (∼28%) after the negative (positive) IOD event. Compared to the 2019 pIOD event, approximately 2.5 times more oxygen‐rich water was delivered into the Arabian Sea during the 2016 nIOD event, replenishing dissolved oxygen (DO) consumed by intensified upwelling‐induced enhanced remineralization of particulate organic matter (POM), thereby increasing the DO concentration in the Gulf of Aden. Conversely, more POM from the western Arabian Sea was transported to the central Arabian Sea, leading to a subsequent decrease in DO concentration there. Plain Language Summary: The Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) is a climate phenomenon that sea surface temperature in the western Indian Ocean becomes alternately warmer (positive phase) and then colder (negative phase) than the eastern Indian Ocean south of Indonesia. This variability significantly impacts global atmospheric circulation and environments. The Arabian Sea oxygen minimum zone (ASOMZ) is an area in the Arabian Sea characterized by low dissolved oxygen (DO) levels, which can have adverse effects on marine life. We used a model to examine how extreme IOD events influence the ASOMZ. The results suggested that during the negative IOD event in 2016, the suboxic area of the ASOMZ decreased by approximately 27%, while it expanded by approximately 28% during the positive IOD event in 2019. The response of the ASOMZ to IOD events in the Gulf of Aden was primarily modulated by physical factors, such as the Somali Coastal Current and local upwelling. On the other hand, the ASOMZ in the central Arabian Sea was regulated by a combination of biological and physical processes. These findings contributed to our understanding of the ASOMZ's response to IOD events, which is essential for studying the Arabian Sea's marine ecosystem. Key Points: The response of the Arabian Sea oxygen minimum zone to the Indian Ocean Dipole events in the Gulf of Aden was modulated by physical factorsThe Arabian Sea oxygen minimum zone in the central Arabian Sea was regulated by both biological and physical processesThe upper edge of the Arabian Sea oxygen minimum zone invaded the lower euphotic zone (100–200 m) under the impact of Indian Ocean Dipole events [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The North Konawe region in Indonesia, known for its lateritic nickel (Ni) deposits, holds significant potential for obtaining Ni resources. However, the complex topographic conditions of this area pose challenges. Exploring the application of remote sensing technology to reveal the spectral response mechanism of Ni grade from high-precision multispectral data and inversion of Ni grade represents a novel direction in future Ni resource exploration. Traditional remote sensing inversion methods solely consider the spectral characteristics of sample data and ignore vital geospatial location information. As a result, efficiently obtaining regional details of target substance content over large areas has become challenging. The introduction of the geographically weighted regression (GWR) method offers an opportunity for fine-grained Ni grade inversion based on remote sensing. This study focused on the E and K blocks within the lateritic Ni mining area in North Konawe. Through utilizing the WordView-3 multispectral data which exhibits immense potential in quantitative remote sensing inversion studies, GWR was employed to integrate spectral features and spatial information. The goal was to reveal the correlation between multispectral remote sensing data and Ni grade. The obtained results were then compared and analyzed with multiple linear regression (MLR) and back propagation neural network (BPNN) models. The findings revealed that GWR achieved the highest coefficient of determination R2 of 0.96, surpassing MLR and BPNN values of 0.05 and 0.17, respectively. Additionally, GWR exhibited the lowest root mean square error of 0.04, which was lower than those of MLR and BPNN with the values of 0.25 and 0.23, respectively. These results confirmed the enhanced stability and accuracy of the GWR method compared to MLR and BPNN. Furthermore, GWR effectively mapped the spatial distribution trends of Ni grades in the study area, providing evidence of the method's effectiveness in Ni grade inversion. The study also delved into the inversion effect of the GWR method in areas with varying weathering crust thickness and vegetation cover. The research revealed that higher values of weathering crust thickness negatively impacted the inversion effect. However, the influence mechanism of vegetation cover on Ni grade inversion necessitated further investigation. These results served as a significant demonstration of the remote sensing inversion of mineral resource grades in similar areas. They provided valuable insights for future exploration and decision-making processes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The need for schools to develop workers with 21st century competencies such as critical and creative thinking as well as social, cultural and technological literacies is globally recognised (e.g. PS21, 2009). Teachers face the challenge of engendering 21st century learning (21CL) experiences to help students develop such competencies (Koh, Chai, Wong, & Hong, 2015). Driven by information and communication technology (ICT), 21CL can be described as technology-supported learning experiences that are active, authentic, constructive, collaborative, and intentional in nature (Howland, Jonassen, & Marra, 2013). However, 21CL experiences where students use ICT to support higher-order thinking and active learning are still not prevalent in schools as teachers struggle to go beyond using ICT as content instruction tools (Ertmer & Ottenbreit-Leftwich, 2013; Heitink, Fisser, Verplanken & van Braak, 2017). Teachers therefore need to develop technological pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK), their professional know-how for ICT integration. TPACK refers to the ways in which teachers integrate their technological knowledge (TK), pedagogical knowledge (PK) and content knowledge (CK) to create ICT-integrated lessons (Mishra & Koehler, 2006). Koh et al. (2015) assert that teachers need to develop TPACK for integrating ICT in ways that support 21CL, that is, TPACK for 21st century learning (TPACK-21CL). Teacher education programmes in TPACK-21CL are becoming important (see Chai & Koh, 2017; Koh, Chai, & Lim, 2017). TPACK-21CL programmes are also relevant for developing countries where ICT-driven pedagogies have been used to support educational reform and social progress (Kozma & Vota, 2014). This mixed methods study describes 80 Indonesian teachers' TPACK-21CL development and their learning outcomes throughout a twoday professional development workshop. It also discusses how a TPACK-21CL development approach supported with multiprong pedagogical reasoning activities could be relevant for supporting teacher professional development in an international context and its implications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Technology integration is a major trend in contemporary education practice. When undertaking technology integration in classrooms, a first-order barrier and a second-order barrier, as proposed by Ertmer (1999), can hinder its implementation. The first-order barrier is external, such as lack of adequate access, time, training and institutional support. The second-order barrier includes teachers' personal and fundamental beliefs such as teachers' pedagogical beliefs, technology beliefs, willingness to change. This paper argues that the lack of design thinking by teachers may be the "third"-order barrier for technology integration.

Despite high pneumococcal disease and economic burden in Indonesia and interest to introduce pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV), there were challenges in establishing a comprehensive strategy to accelerate and enable the introduction in country in the early 2010s. Starting in 2017, Clinton Health Access Initiative and partners supported the government of Indonesia with evidence-based decision-making and implementation support for introducing PCV into the routine immunization program. Indonesia has since accelerated PCV roll out, with nationwide reach achieved in 2022. On the path to PCV introduction, several challenges were observed that impacted decision making on whether and on how to optimally roll out PCV, resulting in significant introduction delays; including (1) a complex country context with a devolved government structure, fragmented domestic funding streams, and an imminent transition out of major immunization donor (Gavi) support; (2) strong preference to use domestically sourced products, with limited experience accessing global pooled procurement mechanism including for vaccines; and (3) concerns around programmatic feasibility and sustainability. This case study documents key insights into the challenges experienced and how those were systematically addressed to accelerate new vaccine introduction in Indonesia, with support from local and global stakeholders over time. The learnings would be beneficial for other countries yet to introduce critical new vaccines, in particular those with similar archetype as Indonesia e.g., middle-income countries with domestic manufacturing capacity and/or countries recently transitioning out of Gavi support. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Adult echinostomes having 37 collar spines collected from the intestine of Pitalah ducks in Aceh Province, Indonesia in 2018 were morphologically and molecularly determined to be Echinostoma miyagawai Ishii, 1932 (Digenea: Echinostomatidae). Among 20 ducks examined, 7 (35.0%) were found to be infected with this echinostome, and the number of flukes collected was 48 in total with average 6.9 (1-17) worms per duck. The adult flukes were 7.2 (6.1-8.5) mm in length and 1.2 (1.0-1.4) mm in width (pre-ovarian or testicular level) and characterized by having a head collar armed with 37 collar spines (dorsal spines arranged in 2 alternating rows), including 5 end group spines, and variable morphology of the testes, irregularly or deeply lobed (3-5 lobes) at times with horizontal extension. The eggs within the worm uterus were 93 (79-105) μm long and 62 (56-70) μm wide. These morphological features were consistent with both E. miyagawai and Echinostoma robustum, for which synonymy to each other has been raised. Sequencing of 2 mitochondrial genes, cox1 and nad1, revealed high homology with E. miyagawai (98.6-100% for cox1 and 99.0-99.8% for nad1) and also with E. robustum (99.3-99.8% for nad1) deposited in GenBank. We accepted the synonymy between the 2 species and diagnosed our flukes as E. miyagawai (syn. E. robustum) with redescription of its morphology. Further studies are required to determine the biological characteristics of E. miyagawai in Aceh Province, Indonesia, including the intermediate host and larval stage information. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

‘Before religion, there was tradition’ (sebelum ada agama, adat sudah wujud) is an expression commonly heard among traditional medical practitioners in Singkawang, West Kalimantan, Indonesia. This saying hinges on the belief in penunggu (spirit guardians). Locals from different ethnicities—Chinese, Dayak, and Malay—all believe in the presence of penunggu in their surroundings. If these beings are disturbed, they will cause sickness or discomfort. To appease them and cure illness, people rely on the help of tatung (spirit mediums). Mediums, by means of spirit possession, can effect cures and negotiate ways to bring about peaceful relations between penunggu and people. This study finds that the people of Singkawang set aside their ethnic and religious differences to reconcile with the local spirit world in a harmonious manner. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

STEM education has become increasingly popular, including for pre-service teachers (PSTs). Preparing PSTs in STEM-based practices is essential to generate STEM-ready teachers. This study reviews STEM education literature for PSTs and provides recommendations for future research and practices. We investigate the Indonesian context-the fourth largest populated country in the world and the largest economy in Southeast Asia. The bibliometric analysis of 31 research papers revealed that STEM education for Indonesian PSTs was first reported in 2017, rapidly increasing to involve 110 researchers. 15 disciplinary backgrounds from 31 higher education institutions across Indonesia have participated in STEM education research, indicating a collaboration, and inclusive implementation of STEM education. However, the integrative review revealed diverse perceptions of STEM implementation. We recommend a framework (STEM-DiMRECS) as guidance to conduct integrated STEM learning: Discipline Integration, Multiple representations, Realistic and relevant problems, employing the Engineering design process, Collaboration, and Studentcentered learning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract: The previously known potent cytotoxic agent silvestrol (1) (0.002% w/w yield) and five new flavagline derivatives (2–6) were isolated from the leaves of Aglaia foveolata collected in Indonesia. The new compound 5 has an unprecedented cyclic amide moiety in its cyclopenta[b]benzopyran skeleton, while compound 6 is a novel benzo[b]oxepine derivative in which the oxepine ring is cleaved. Pyramidatine (7), a biogenetic precursor of the new flavaglines 2–6, was isolated from the leaf extract investigated. Silvestrol was also isolated from the stem bark of A. foveolata (yield of 0.02% w/w) along with a new baccharane-type triterpenoid (8). The structures of the new compounds were elucidated on the basis of their NMR and mass spectrometric data. All new compounds isolated were tested against a panel of cancer cell lines, but only compound 2 was cytotoxic (IC50 range=1.4–1.8μM), and is the first member of the cyclopenta[b]benzopyran class found to exhibit this type of activity. Compound 2 also showed significant NF-κB inhibitory activity in an Elisa assay (IC50=0.37μM). [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Abstract: Activity-guided fractionation of a CHCl3-soluble partition of the MeOH extract of the bark of Aglaia crassinervia collected in Indonesia led to the isolation of three new glabretal-type triterpenoids, aglaiaglabretols A–C (1–3), as well as nine known compounds, 3-epi-cabraleahydroxylactone (4), cabraleahydroxylactone (5), rocaglaol (6), 2β,3β-dihydroxy-5α-pregn-17(20)-(E)-16-one, scopoletin, and mixtures of cabraleadiol and epicotillol and of β-sitosterol and stigmasterol. The structures of compounds 1–3 were determined on the basis of spectroscopic and chemical methods. The structure of aglaiaglabretol A (1) was confirmed by single-crystal X-ray analysis, and the absolute stereochemistry of this isolate was established by the Mosher ester method. The cytotoxic activity of all isolates and several chemical transformation products obtained in the present study was evaluated. The known cyclopenta[b]benzofuran, rocaglaol (6), was found to be significantly active and comparable in potency to the positive controls, paclitaxel and camptothecin. Aglaiaglabretol B (2) was further tested in an in vivo hollow fiber model. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Collagen from the local "Kacang" goat skin is a natural raw material in the halal food industry in Indonesia. This study aims to isolate acid-soluble collagen (ASC) from "Kacang" goat skin and characterize its chemical properties. The collagen was derived from one-year-old goat skin and cured in acid condition for 48 hours at 4°C to eliminate meats, fat, and hair. The cleaned skins were treated at 1:10 (w/v) of 0.1 M NaOH for 0, 24, and 48 h at 4°C. It was then neutralized in distilled water and extracted with 0.5 M acetic acid at a 1:10 (w/v) ratio for 24, 48, and 72 h at 4°C. The yield of ASC was 21%, characterized by chemical composition, soluble protein, differential scanning calorimeter (DSC), and protein molecular weight. The chemical composition of ASC was 11.15% (moisture), 9.04% (protein), 0.98% (fat), and 0.052% (ash). ASC has the highest collagen solubility in NaCl 5% at pH 2. ASC also has thermal stability with a low profile pattern of molecular weight. In conclusion, "Kacang" goat skin from Indonesia might be used to make a value-added product because it has a high moisture content and low fat level. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Minasarua is a traditional beverage from Bima, West Nusa Tenggara Indonesia which consists of spices, fermented black glutinous rice (FBGR), tai mina (dried blondo) and palm sugar. The product is consumed by local people with various formulas, especially in terms of types and quantities of spices and FBGR. This study aimed to optimize the formula of Minasarua which has optimum antioxidant activity. The method used was D-Optimal Mixture Design using Design Expert 13 software with independent variables, namely ginger, turmeric, Javanese chili pepper (JCP), pepper and FBGR. There were 21 formulas of Minasarua with different percentages of each component observed in this research. The antioxidant activity (DPPH method), total phenolic content (Folin Ciocalteu method), total flavonoid content (aluminum chloride colorimetric assay) and total anthocyanin (pH differential method) were tested using a spectrophotometer in response to all the formulas. The results of the optimization showed that Minasarua with 16.59 % ginger, 0.30 % turmeric, 4.50 % JCP, 3.83 % pepper and 74.78 % FBGR were able to respond to the antioxidant activity of 51.23 mg TE/100 g, with total phenolic, flavonoid and anthocyanin were 112.03 mg GAE/100 g, 278.31 mg QE/100 g and 1.14 mg/100 g, respectively, and the desirability of 0.98. There was no significant difference between the predicted and verification values of the 4 responses. Therefore, this formula is recommended as the best formula which has an optimum antioxidant activity to produce Minasarua as a functional beverage. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aims to identify literacy competencies, self-efficacy, and Technological Pedagogical Knowledge (TPK) among teacher leaders (TL) as the foundation for developing a model of sustained professional development. The survey involved 153 respondents, TL at the junior high school level in Riau and Riau Islands. Instruments were used to measure literacy skills (environmental, numerical, digital) and TPK employed multiple-choice tests. The questions underwent item analysis, piloted with 30 respondents. A questionnaire measured self-efficacy, the role of TL, and the implementation of the Emancipated Curriculum. Descriptive data analysis determined demographic characteristics and the average competence of TL. Inferential analysis to identify relationships between variables used Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with Lisrel 8.80 software. Research results reveal that the competence level of TL (literacy, TPK, and self-efficacy) ranges from moderate (60.60) to high (91.20). Based on SEM analysis, the developed model meets the criteria as a well-fitting model. Validation results show that all loading factors are > 0.5, t statistics > 1.96. This study recommends the development of a TL Professional Development model with the acronym MOST (mentor, observe, support, take action) as stages for their professional development to fulfill the mission of moving, acting, and driving the implementation of the Emancipated Curriculum in Indonesia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Lung function abnormalities can be caused by smoking habits or air pollution. Sanitary landfills can produce ammonia, which can cause lung function abnormalities. This study aimed to determine a relationship between ammonia exposure based on the length of work and lung function abnormalities among traditional scavengers at the Sumur Batu Landfill, Bekasi City, West Java Province, Indonesia. This analytical observational study applied quantitative methods and cross-sectional design. A total of 85 scavengers were selected using purposive sampling from March to May 2023. Data was obtained using a respondent characteristics questionnaire, spirometry, and spectrophotometer and analyzed using the Cox Regression Model. Most respondents (54.12%) had lung function abnormalities, and 79.17% had worked =8.5 years. The adjPR of ammonia exposure based on the length of work to lung function abnormalities was 3.413 (95% CI 1.51--7.71). There were confounding variables between ammonia exposure based on the length of work and lung function abnormalities: smoking status and lung disease record. In conclusion, ammonia exposure based on the length of work strongly correlates with lung function abnormalities in scavengers after adjusting for the lung disease record and smoking behavior. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Chinese ethnic community in Indonesia has long been an integral part of the cultural diversity in the country, reflected through various aspects, including traditional arts and music. One tangible example of this cultural integration is the practice of Sundanese karawitan music among the Chinese community, which can be found at Padepokan Pasundan Asih in Bandung and its surrounding areas. This research investigates the cultural significance and adaptation process of Sundanese karawitan music within the Chinese community at Padepokan Pasundan Asih. The research employs a phenomenological approach to explore the experiences and understanding of individuals regarding cultural interaction in the practice of Sundanese karawitan music. Data collection was conducted through participatory observation, in-depth interviews with community members and analysis of documentation related to karawitan music activities. The data analysis process involved open coding, thematic grouping, and identification of patterns emerging from the data. It concludes that the practice of Sundanese karawitan music serves as a significant cultural expression and a means of social interaction for the Chinese community at Padepokan Pasundan Asih. The community adapts this cultural practice to fit their social identity, demonstrating their ability to interpret and integrate their cultural identity within the broader socio-cultural context of Bandung and its surroundings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: The paper examined the impact of corporate communication about eco-friendly products on social media (CSM) and conventional media (CCM) on individuals/buyers' intent for co-creating environmental values (ICEV) post-Coronavirus pandemic in Indonesia. Design/methodology/approach: Data were gathered from 561 individuals/buyers, via cross-sectional sampling in Bandung city, Indonesia. Next, this study used structural equation modelling to assess the theoretical model and hypothetical relationships. Findings: Both factors, i.e. CCM and CSM, positively and significantly affect ICEV. Originality/value: The paper is an original attempt to assess the impact of corporate communication about eco-friendly products on media toward ICEV in Indonesia's post-Coronavirus pandemic. Besides, it is an initial effort to create the notions of success expectancy and self-efficacy and analyse whether these two concepts can become factors that mediate the effects of corporate CCM and CSM on buyers' ICEV. This paper also develops ICEV to expand social cognitive theory from the perspective of co-creating environmental values. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: Transfusion-dependent thalassemia (TDT) patients require regular blood transfusions for survival. One of the complications of repeated blood transfusions is iron overload, which occurs when iron accumulates in various organs and causes clinical complications. Recent studies have mentioned a correlation between increased ferritin and decreased skeletal muscle mass, but until now, no study has been conducted in thalassemia patients. We aim to evaluate the relationship between ferritin levels and sarcopenia in TDT patients. Methods: We included 81 TDT patients aged 18–65 years old at Dr. Soetomo Academic General Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia, from April 1, 2024, to June 30, 2024. This was a single-center study and cross-sectional in design. Patients with a Karnofsky score ≤90, who had liver cirrhosis and a history of alcoholism, malignancy, acute infection, HIV, tuberculosis, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, diabetes mellitus, chronic kidney disease, obesity, and stroke were excluded. Results: Forty-five patients (55.6%) were sarcopenia and 36 patients (44.4%) were not sarcopenia. Age (P = 0.236), duration of thalassemia (P = 0.057), frequency of transfusion (P < 0.001), type of iron chelation (P < 0.001), and smoking habits (P = 0.029) had a significant association with ferritin serum levels. Protein diet (P = 0.03) and daily physical activity (P = 0.001) are significantly associated with sarcopenia. There was a significant difference between serum ferritin levels in the sarcopenia and nonsarcopenia groups (P < 0.001). Conclusions: Higher serum ferritin levels will increase the incidence of sarcopenia in TDT patients (adjusted odds ratio 1.001 [1.000–1.001]). A decrease in physical activity will increase the incidence of sarcopenia in TDT patients (P < 0.001). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Indonesian throughflow (ITF) in the eastern part of Indonesia passes through the Maluku, Taliabu, Sula, and Buru Islands to the Banda Sea. The average depth of the Buru and Sula Islands is between 1000 m and 5000 m, with a narrow gap (sill) located to the north and south at a depth of 165 m on the sea map. This topography makes for interesting research on the western waters of Buru Island. Therefore, this study aimed to obtain salinity, temperature, and density values as water column stratification associated with the internal wave (IW), thermocline area, and current patterns at specific depths in the waters of Buru Island, Banda Sea. Data were collected from initial observations of Sentinel 1 satellite imagery of Buru Island to obtain an image of the waves in the water area. Furthermore, a single beam echosounder (SBES), conductivity temperature depth (CTD), and Copernicus Marine were analysed at the same position and time. The research found a non-linear IW Mode 2 at depths of 440–540 m with an estimated amplitude length is 40 km and an amplitude height of 100 m. Based on SBES echogram imaging, CTD data analysis, and modelling, there was an increase in IW density, a 35.25 PSU increase in salinity value at depths of 50~200 m, a temperature decrease of 27.5 ◦C to 10 ◦C at depths of 50~300 m, and a density stratification of 23.5 kg/m³ to 27 kg/m³ at depths of 50~300 m. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Indonesia faces significant air quality issues due to multiple emissions sources, including rapid urbanization and peatland fires associated with agricultural land management. Limited prior research has estimated the episodic shock of intense fires on morbidity and mortality in Indonesia but has largely ignored the impact of poor air quality throughout the year on biomarkers of cardiovascular disease risk. We conducted a cross‐sectional study of the association between particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter (PM2.5) and blood pressure. Blood pressure measurements were obtained from the fifth wave of the Indonesian Family Life Survey (IFLS5), an ongoing population‐based socioeconomic and health survey. We used the GEOS‐Chem chemical transport model to simulate daily PM2.5 concentrations at 0.5° × 0.625° resolution across the IFLS domain. We assessed the association between PM2.5 and diastolic and systolic blood pressure, using mixed effects models with random intercepts for regency/municipality and household and adjusted for individual covariates. An interquartile range increase in monthly PM2.5 exposure was associated with a 0.234 (95% CI: 0.003, 0.464) higher diastolic blood pressure, with a greater association seen in participants age 65 and over (1.16 [95% CI: 0.24, 2.08]). For the same exposure metric, there was a 1.90 (95% CI: 0.43, 3.37) higher systolic blood pressure in participants 65 and older. Our assessment of fire‐specific PM2.5 yielded null results, potentially due to the timing and locations of health data collection. To our knowledge, this is the first study to provide evidence for an association between PM2.5 and blood pressure in Indonesia. Plain Language Summary: Although the association between air pollutants and cardiovascular disease risk has been widely reported, there have been few studies conducted in Indonesia, a country with both high population and air pollution burden. In this study of over 25,000 Indonesian residents, we found that participants with higher exposure to air pollution in the month before a clinical exam had higher blood pressure than participants with lower exposure to air pollution. This association was stronger in participants ages 65 and older. Key Points: Exposure to PM2.5 in the preceding month was associated with higher diastolic blood pressure (DBP) in this Indonesian cohortAssociations between PM2.5 and blood pressure were more pronounced in elderly participantsThere was no association between fire‐specific PM2.5 and blood pressure; however, this may be due to the timing of health data collection [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: This paper aims to examine the role of collaboration, knowledge transfer, service partner development, information sharing and logistics integration on product–service systems supply chain agility. Design/methodology/approach: Data were collected from 405 official motorcycle service partners in Indonesia using questionnaires and were analyzed using structural equation modelling. Findings: Collaboration has a significant impact on knowledge transfer and information sharing. Information sharing and logistics integration as mediation to improve product–service systems supply chain agility. Likewise, knowledge transfers and service partner development also as mediation to enhance supply chain agility. As a result, collaboration has no significant direct impact to supply chain agility. Research limitations/implications: Given the state of the sampling refers to specific industry, so the generalization of the results will be limited. Practical implications: The model provides insight for managers on how collaboration, knowledge transfer, service partner development, information sharing and logistics integration positively affect product–service systems supply chain agility. Using measurement items of this study, managers can determine and evaluate the current state and formulate strategies to improve their product–service systems supply chain capabilities. Originality/value: The contribution of this study lies in investigating the role of dynamic capabilities for product–service systems offering to improve supply chain agility. This study provides benefits for academicians and industry by filling the gap of the nascent study in product–service systems and supply chain agility. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Health education programs can enhance self-efficacy and disaster preparedness. However, research incorporating the Health Belief Model (HBM) in education for infectious disasters is lacking. Aims: Examine the effectiveness of an HBM-based education program on self-reported self-efficacy and self-reported preparedness for infectious disasters in rural populations. Methods: In total, 109 eligible participants were allocated to two groups: participants who received HBM-based education (n = 55) or regular education (n = 54), presented at in-person meetings, with individual follow-up conducted on WhatsApp. Self-reported self-efficacy and preparedness for infectious disasters in both groups were measured at 4 and 8 weeks. Findings: Participants showed a significant interaction between groups and in time to increase in self-reported self-efficacy and self-reported preparedness to deal with infectious disasters. After 4 and 8 weeks, the groups had statistically significant differences (p ≤.001) in all outcome measures. Conclusion: HBM-based education was associated with increased self-reported self-efficacy and self-reported infectious disaster preparedness among the rural population. Follow-up by nurses is essential to implementing continuing health belief education programs to enhance rural populations' self-efficacy and infectious disaster preparedness. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

World Health Organization reports that the current use of ciprofloxacin as a broad-spectrum antibiotic shows a pattern of high bacterial resistance in many countries. Klebsiella pneumoniae is known as a Gram- negative bacterium that most often causes infection and is resistant to antibiotics. This study aimed to find patterns of resistance mechanisms based on biofilm production and porin permeability activity in K. pneumoniae clinical specimens from patients at RSUD Prof. Dr Margono Soekardjo Purwokerto, Indonesia. Several isolates of ciprofloxacin-resistant K. pneumoniae were isolated from clinical specimens of blood, sputum, urine, pus, stool and pleural fluid from August to October 2022. Identification and sensitivity testing of K. pneumoniae to ciprofloxacin were performed using Vitek® 2 Compact. A test for biofilm production is carried out by measuring optical density (OD) with a microplate at a wavelength of 630 nm. The porin permeability activity was determined using the value of the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) by the LC-MS spectrophotometry method at a wavelength of 630 nm. The results showed that 72 (47 %) isolates were resistant to ciprofloxacin. Among them, 41.3 % (24/58) of ciprofloxacin-resistant K. pneumoniae were able to produce strong biofilm. Porin permeability is indicated by MIC values of 1, 2 and 4 mg/L with bacterial cell counts of 32x106, 19x106 and 34x106 CFU/mL, respectively. This number decreased from the initial control with a bacterial cell count of 10.15x107 CFU/mL. Analysis of the correlation between the significance of biofilm production and the number of bacterial cells indicated that biofilm formation was related to the number of bacterial cells (R = 0.628, p ≤ 0.05). In conclusion, the resistance mechanism of ciprofloxacin-resistant K. pneumoniae involves biofilm production and decreased porin permeability activity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study investigats the relationships among positive emotions, perceived threats, protection motivation, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination intentions, quarantine-free travel intentions and COVID-19 protective behaviors in the context of quarantine-free travel. Data were collected from Singaporean tourists in Batam and Bintan of Indonesia using travel bubbles. A total of 387 respondents completed the questionnaires. The findings can help tourism managers create and implement market-driven service initiatives to increase positive emotions, protection motivation, and intentions to take quarantine-free travel and decrease perceived threats in order to enable tourists to have accurate COVID-19 protective behaviors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Wild animals such as bats usually do not receive antibiotic therapy, however bats can have bacteria that have developed resistance to antibiotics due to water contamination from pharmaceutical factory waste disposal, expired medicines that are thrown away carelessly, feces and urine that pollute the environment. This research aimed to look at cases of multidrug resistance (MDR) in bats on the island of Lombok, Indonesia. A total of 135 bat rectal swab samples were taken using sterile cotton buds. Isolation of E. coli bacteria using Eosin Methylene Blue Agar media then looking at morphology and biochemical tests. The bacterial sensitivity test used the disk diffusion method using seven antibiotics, namely the antibiotics amoxicillin, ciprofloxacine, trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, tetracycline, gentamicin, cefotaxime and azithromycin. The research results showed that from 135 samples tested, 97 samples were positive for E. coli. Samples that were positive for E. coli were tested for sensitivity, showing that 41 (41/97, 42.26%) samples were still sensitive to all tested antibiotics and 56 samples experienced resistance with the results of samples experiencing resistance to the antibiotic azithromycin (AZM) as many as 37 samples (38.1%), amoxicillin (AML) 24 samples (24.7%), tetracycline (TE) 24 samples (24.7%), sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SXT) 22 samples (22.6%), ciprofloxacine (CIP) 14 samples (14.4%), gentamicin (CN) 1 sample (1%), and for cefotaxime (CTX) 0 samples experienced resistance (0%), and 14 samples experienced multidrug resistance. These results explain that bats in caves on the Indonesian island of Lombok act as transmitters of MDR E. coli to public health. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Unplanned purchasing involves buying goods or services influenced by the external environment, which creates low-quality purchasing. This research was conducted towards consumers of the Muslim clothing store in Jember East Java, Indonesia. Accidentally, sampling was used to draw 125 respondents to address the questionnaire. The result shows that hedonic shopping, fashion involvement, and store environment influence low purchasing quality in Muslim fashion stores. Most consumers were mature female consumers and government officials with bachelor's degrees. Moreover, hedonic shopping, fashion involvement and store environment significantly influence low-quality purchase decisions. The research implied that consumers' shopping behavior would underline the quality of buying decisions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Technological pedagogical and content knowledge (TPACK) is one of the smart solutions for implementing learning in accordance with the demands of education by integrating technology. The purpose of the study was to analyze the competency level of counselors in Indonesia in terms of age in terms of age, gender, and level of education. The research design used a cross-sectional survey in a non-experimental quantitative study. Respondents in this study amounted to 420 counselors in Indonesia obtained by using a proportional random sampling technique. Data were collected by questionnaire technological pedagogy content knowledge test for counselors (TPACK-TFC). The results of the study found that the TPACK was owned by counselors with an average score of 46.78 in the low category. Judging from the aspect of technology knowledge (TK), a score of 59.88 was obtained in the medium category, content knowledge (CK), pedagogical knowledge (PK), pedagogical content knowledge (PCK), technological content knowledge (TCK), technological pedagogical knowledge (TPK) was at a relatively low level. The results showed that Indonesian counselors have not fully integrated learning models using aspects namely technology, pedagogy, and content, and need to get attention from the government, higher education institutions, and the community for the development of quality guidance and counseling services and counselor careers in the future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: This article aims to examine the impact of multiple suppliers on competitive advantage by exploiting digital capabilities. Design/methodology/approach: The author propose a structural equation model with the adopted measure from the literature. Hence, the study conducted an online survey in Indonesia with 450 qualified respondents involving managers and owner-managers. Findings: The results indicate multiple suppliers help the firms to exploit digital capabilities, which foster them to achieve competitive advantage. Hence, different level of market turbulences determines the impact of numerous suppliers on competitive advantage. Specifically, the multiple-suppliers approach is more effective in supporting buyer firms to gain a competitive advantage during high market turbulence than low market turbulence. Research limitations/implications: This study offers empirical evidence with unit analysis of buyer firms that seek competitive advantage by exploiting digital capability. However, this approach focusses on a single unit analysis, which is buyer firms. Hence, there is an opportunity to adopt qualitative approach to explore the suppliers and end-users from different perspectives from other supply chain players. Originality/value: This article contributes to the growing literature on the resource-based theory by examining the relationship between the multiple-sourcing model and competitive advantage. The authors also discuss the intersection between resource-based, dynamic capability and stakeholder theory. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective: Intravesical electrical stimulation (IVES) remains a controversial therapy for detrusor underactivity (DUA). The purpose of this study is to determine the efficacy of IVES in patients with DUA using pre- and post-IVES urodynamic parameters. Methods: Intravesical electrical stimulation procedure is performed using a specific catheter equipped with an internal electrical electrode (cathode). The anode is subsequently affixed to the lower abdomen (suprapubic). Afterward, this specialized catheter is connected to a stimulator. Patients undergo a series of 12 IVES procedures in 1 month with the following predetermined parameters: 20 mA amplitude, 20 Hz frequency, 200 µs pulse width, and 60 minutes stimulation time. Patients underwent a follow-up urodynamic examination 1 month after the IVES series is completed. Results: After IVES, several notable changes were observed, including an increase in Qmax from 7.28 ± 5.24 to 7.29 ± 4.09 (P = .030), a decrease in post-void residual (PVR) from 73.03 ± 43.91 to 62.07 ± 39.10 (P = .005), and an increase in PDet@tQmax from 17.10 ± 12.35 to 18.87 ± 12.47 (P = .009). The aetiologies of DUA were categorized into 3 groups: chronic obstruction (CO), idiopathic (Idio), and neurological disorder (ND). The CO group exhibited significant changes in urodynamic parameters, specifically Qmax (P = .001), PVR (P = .001), and PDet@Qmax (P = .035). Similarly, the idiopathic group also demonstrated improvements in Qmax (P = .008), PVR (P = .037), and PDet@ Qmax (P = .033). Conclusion: Intravesical electrical stimulation has been shown to have a positive effect on patients diagnosed with DUA, particularly those whose DUA is idiopathic or due to chronic obstruction. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

To ensure that limited domestic resources are invested in the most effective interventions, immunization programs in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) must prioritize a growing number of new vaccines while considering opportunities to optimize the vaccine portfolio, as well as other components of the health system. There is a strong impetus for immunization decision-making to engage and coordinate various stakeholders across the health system in prioritization. To address this, national immunization program decision-makers in LMICs collaborated with WHO to structure deliberation among stakeholders and document an evidence-based, context-specific, and transparent process for prioritization or selection among multiple vaccination products, services, or strategies. The output of this effort is the Country-led Assessment for Prioritization on Immunization (CAPACITI) decision-support tool, which supports using multiple criteria and stakeholder perspectives to evaluate trade-offs affecting health interventions, taking into account variable data quality. Here, we describe the user feedback from Indonesia and Ethiopia, two initial countries that piloted the CAPACITI decision-support tool, highlighting enabling and constraining factors. Potential immunization program benefits and lessons learned are also summarized for consideration in other settings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Mobile Passport is an application that can be used as a digital service for people in Indonesia to apply for a new passport and an official online passport replacement from the Directorate General of Immigration replacing APAPO (Online Passport Service Application). User reviews of the Mobile Passport application are the output of big data generated as a result of the Internet of Things. The problem formulation in this research is how the implementation of the Naive Bayes text mining classifier algorithm can analyze the reviews contained in the Mobile Passport application as well as the accuracy, precision and recall values. This research uses the KDD (Knowledge Discovery and database) method which consists of data selection, data preprocessing, transformation, data mining, and evaluation using the R Studio tool. The resulting knowledge and information from this process is used as a useful knowledge base in decision making. The Naive Bayes classifier algorithm method in this research is used because of its reliability in handling data quickly and accurate predictions based on class probabilities, thus enabling research to obtain consistent and reliable results. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: The prevalence of overweight among under-five children in Indonesia continues to increase. According to the Indonesian Nutrition Status Survey (SSGI), in 2022, overweight among those was 3.5%, up 1.3% from 2017, while in Kebumen, it was 3.3%, up 0.9% from 2017. Overweight children have a risk of gross motor development disorders 12 times greater than normal. Currently, few health programs focus on addressing children's obesity. Objectives: To understand the parenting and eating behaviors of obese under five children, serving as a reference for the obesity prevention programs in the Regency of Kebumen. Methods: This research was a descriptive study using qualitative with an in-depth interview approach. The informants were ten individuals, consisting of parents of obese children and nutritionists or midwives from local health centers. Results: Most parents did not force their children to eat. They rarely promised anything to make the children willing to eat and often allowed them to choose their preferred foods. They provided the opportunity to increase their food portions. The frequency of main meals for children was 2 to 3 times a day, with formula milk consumption exceeding 8 bottles per day. Additionally, there was a tendency to consume high-calorie and sugary snacks. Children under one year had a history of consistently providing commercially produced complementary feeding starting at the age of 6 months. Conclusions: An education program based on parenting of demandingness and responsiveness, and appropriate eating habits, is crucial to reducing the prevalence of overweight children in the Regency of Kebumen. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: The pathogenesis of orofacial cleft (OFC) is multifactorial, involving both genetic and non-genetic factors, the latter of which play a key role in the development of these anomalies. This paper addresses the incidence of OFC in Indonesia, with a focus on identifying and examining the distribution of contributory factors, including parental medical history, pregnancy history, and environmental influences. Methods: The study was conducted through the collection of primary data. An interdisciplinary research team from Indonesia administered a standardized questionnaire to parents who had children with OFC and who had provided informed consent. The case group comprised 133 children born with cleft lip and/or palate, and the control was 133 noncleft children born full-term. The risk factors associated with OFC anomalies were analyzed using the chi-square test and logistic regression. All statistical analyses were performed using SPSS version 25. A p-value of 0.05 or less was considered to indicate statistical significance. Results: The study comprised 138 children, of whom 82 were boys (59.4%) and 56 were girls (40.6%). Among them, 45 patients (32.6%) presented with both cleft lip and cleft palate, 25 individuals (18.1%) had a cleft palate only, and 28 patients (20.3%) had a cleft lip only. OFC was found to be significantly associated with a maternal family history of congenital birth defects (p< 0.05), complications during the first trimester (p< 0.05), consumption of local fish (p< 0.05), caffeine intake (p< 0.05), prolonged medication use (p< 0.05), immunization history (p< 0.05), passive smoking (p< 0.05), and X-ray exposure during pregnancy (p< 0.05). Conclusion: The findings indicate close relationships between the incidence of OFC and maternal medical history, prenatal factors, and environmental influences. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) have recently become an emerging environmental contaminants. The aquatic environment, such as a river has already become the most polluted environment and can be a driver of ARGs. The water from irrigation canal has the potential to become a hotspot of ARGs through contamination from river pollutants carried along to the irrigation canal. However, the information regarding the cross-contamination of ARGs in fish farming systems integrated with irrigation canal in Indonesia needs further study. This study investigated the occurrence of ARGs sulfonamide (sul1), tetracycline (tetA), beta lactam (blaGES), and multi drug resistance (mexF) from body water samples along the irrigation canal and aquaculture ponds which utilize irrigation water for cultivation. Sampling sites are located in the Kulon Progo Regency (Indonesia) and samples were taken during the rainy season. Gene amplification was performed using Multiplex PCR. The results showed that sul1, tetA, and blaGES were detected in 67%, 63%, and 55% of all samples. Meanwhile, mexF was only found upstream and downstream irrigation canals, which accounted for 25% of the total samples. The results of this study indicated that the Sapon Irrigation Canal has the potential to cause the spread of antibiotic resistance genes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: Advances in molecular biology bring advantages to lung cancer management. Moreover, high-throughput molecular tests are currently useful for revealing genetic variations among lung cancer patients. We investigated the genomics profile of the lung cancer patients at the National Cancer Centre of Indonesia. Methods: A retrospective study enrolled 627 tissue biopsy samples using real time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and 80 circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA) liquid biopsy samples using next-generation sequencing (NGS) from lung cancer patients admitted to the Dharmais Cancer Hospital from January 2018 to December 2022. Data were obtained from medical records. Data statistically analysed with p < 0.05 is considered significant. Result: The EGFR test results revealed by RT-PCR were wild type (51.5%), single variant (38.8%), double variant (8.3%), and triple variant (1.4%), with 18.66% L85R, 18.22% Ex19del, and 11.08% L861Q variant. Liquid biopsy ctDNA using NGS showed only 2.5% EGFR wild type, 62.5% single variant and 35% co-variant, with EGFR/TP53 and EGFR/PIK3CA as the highest. Conclusion: EGFR variants are the most found in our centre. Liquid biopsy with ctDNA using NGS examination could detect broad variants and co-variants that will influence the treatment planning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose -- This research aims to test and analyze the influence of self-efficacy and career development on employee performance, while also examining the mediating role of work engagement. Method -- This research employs an associative quantitative research approach. The research sample comprised 147 employees from the UPBU Class I offices in Mopah Merauke, Wamena, and Domine Eduard Osok Sorong. Probability sampling was used as the sampling technique. The analysis method utilized in this study is SEM-PLS, conducted using SmartPLS3 software. Result -- We found that self-efficacy and career development have a positive and significant impact on work engagement. Furthermore, self-efficacy, career development, and work involvement positively and significantly affect employee performance. Our research also revealed that work involvement plays a mediating role in the influence of self-efficacy and career development on employee performance. Novelty -- This study innovatively utilizes work engagement as a mediating variable to delve into the determinants of work performance specifically within the context of local public organizations, shedding light on previously unexplored aspects of employee productivity in this setting. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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