Field Observations Research Articles

Pemanfaatan Teknologi Informasi untuk Meningkatkan Penjualan Produk UMKM Melalui Digital Marketing di Kelurahan Keranggan, Setu, Tangerang Selatan

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) or commonly known as SMEs, are an important sector in the Indonesian economy, especially in the Kel. Keranggan area of South Tangerang. In this digital era, the use of information technology, especially digital marketing, is the key to increasing MSME product sales. This paper aims to analyze the use of information technology to increase MSME product sales with digital marketing in a particular area. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method with a case study in a particular area. Data were collected through direct interviews with UMKM actors, document analysis, and field observations. The results of the study show that the use of information technology for digital marketing has a positive impact on the sales of UMKM products in the Kelurahan Keranggan area. Digital marketing helps businesses reach a wider market, increase brand awareness, and build better relationships with their customers. The use of information technology with digital marketing is an effective strategy to increase UMKM product sales. There is a need for ongoing training and mentoring for UMKM actors so that they can utilize information technology effectively and efficiently.

Establishment of DC Electric Field Measurements by Linear Dipole Type Sensor System

Nowadays, electric fields above the ground are measured mainly by so‐called ‘field mill type’ sensor systems. However, their measurements are limited to vertical field component only due to its technical constraint. Out of necessity of measurements of electric field components in arbitrary directions in any spaces, a linear dipole type DC electric field sensor system, which can be immersed within a fully uniform electric field, was developed. However, it had been remained unknown whether its sensor output is parameter‐dependent or not, and unknown whether it can provide reliable intensity value of measured electric fields or not. In order to clarify these points, test observations of natural electric fields have been conducted by means of plural sensor systems having different values of parameter. Obtained electric field intensity derived from the observed data has shown a parameter‐dependence despite that it should be constant for any parameter values. After a detailed analysis of the effect of the parameter along the equivalent electric circuit of the sensor system, a field‐calibrating formula, which can make the sensor system to be parameter‐independent, has been found. Finally, the linear dipole type DC electric field sensor system for obtaining reliable electric field intensities has been established. © 2024 The Author(s). IEEJ Transactions on Electrical and Electronic Engineering published by Institute of Electrical Engineers of Japan and Wiley Periodicals LLC.

Feeding ontogeny: A new approach to predator–prey interactions

AbstractDiets of fish larvae may vary within populations and among species and are affected by larval prey availability and foraging capacity. We aimed to describe the diet of fish larvae based on empirical field observations, emphasizing the interaction and organization of the predator–prey network using Auchenipterus osteomystax as a species model. The network showed few interactions (low connectance and modularity) but a nested structure (some items that had fewer records tended to occur together with the most frequent ones), low complementary specialization (the proportions of ingested items tended to be equivalent) and a pattern of segregation (some items tended not to be consumed together) in the use of resources among individuals. Robustness was low when the removal of prey with a higher consumption frequency occurred. The correlation between morphological variables and network attributes was significant and positive for abundance and strength, while the correlation with nested rank was negative. The availability of suitable dietary resources is likely to be the key factor for success and survival in the early stages of development. With changes in morphology during larval development, A. osteomystax showed a generalist position in the network as its predation capacity increased. A new approach to trophic ecology studies of fish larvae incorporating network analysis may help explain the individual characteristics of larvae and assess the pattern of interactions in the population.

Artificial Intelligence's Impact on the Development of Islamic Religious Education Learning at a Public Junior High School of Cilegon, Indonesia

This study was conducted with the aim of knowing the existence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in improving the quality of learning in Islamic Religious Education subjects. This study used a qualitative approach by using field observations and interviews to collect data. The research shows that educational institutions have felt the impact of technological advances and AI and have used these tools to improve the teaching and learning process. Education professionals recognize that these advancements are very beneficial in making the learning process more efficient and effective. Personalized learning, automated assessments, virtual tutoring, smart content, and presentation translation are some examples of the benefits of AI for education.

The Influence of Conservation Education on Pro-wildlife Sustainability Behaviour at the Eco-centric Zone of Budongo Central Forest Reserve in Buliisa District, Uganda

Human-wildlife coexistence has become increasingly pressing in sub-Saharan Africa, especially Uganda, highlighting the need for an effective conservation education programme. The relationship between Conservation education and Human-wildlife coexistence in Uganda remains an open question. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the influence of conservation education on pro-wildlife sustainability behaviour at the eco-centric zone of Budongo Central Forest Reserve (CFR) in Uganda. Two specific objectives guided the research which include to: document the existing conservation education programs involved in enhancing human-wildlife coexistence around Budongo CFR; and to determine the influence of conservation education programs towards enhancing human-wildlife coexistence around Budongo CFR. The study employed a descriptive survey design where mixed-methods approach, including quantitative and qualitative surveys were carried out. Key informant interviews were carried out to elicit information from some community leaders and teachers. In addition, field observations were done to gauge the success of these programs towards fostering human-wildlife co-existence. The study revealed various conservation education programs in place, including environmental education in schools, community outreach programs, ecotourism, sustainable agriculture, and forest restoration. Notably, conservation education in schools played a significant role, contributing 59.1% to the variance in human-wildlife co-existence. A Pearson Correlation Coefficient analysis indicated a strong positive significant relationship between conservation education programs and improvements in human-wildlife co-existence (r=0.973, Sig=0.000). The findings showed that well-designed conservation education programs have the potential to enhance community awareness, reduce conflict incidents, and encourage sustainable co-habitation practices. However, challenges such as cultural nuances and resource limitations pose significant hurdles to program effectiveness. In conclusion, this research demonstrates the effectiveness of conservation education programs in enhancing human-wildlife coexistence around Budongo CFR. These programs have not only increased knowledge and positive attitudes but also fostered local capacity to conservation. There should be a continued investment in these programs by the government, NGOs, CBOs, and industry experts aimed at promoting sustainable coexistence and conservation in the Budongo CFR and similar areas in the country.

Ethnomethodology Study on The Implementation of Social Responsibility Activities at PT Pertamina Lubricants

Financial Services Authority Regulation No. 51/POJK.03/2017, social and environmental responsibility or abbreviated as TJSL is a commitment to participate in sustainable economic development in order to improve the quality of life and the environment that is beneficial, both for the company itself, the local community, and the community in general TJSL or what we commonly know as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is part of sustainable development that must be carried out by all development actors, namely the government, the community, and also the business community. This study uses a qualitative method with ethnomethodology studies to reveal the practice of CSR implementation at PT Pertamina Lubricants from 2019 to 2023. The purpose of this study is to reveal CSR practices in an effort to maintain sustainability activities at PT Pertamina Lubricants. The triple bottom line and good corporate governance approach are used in this study. Data collection was carried out through interviews, field observations, and literature studies. The results show that PT Pertamina Lubricants has transformed its CSR practices by emphasizing Creating Shared Value (CSV). CSR practices during the Covid-19 pandemic are still ongoing by implementing applicable protocols. The triple bottom line bottom line approach, namely profit, people, and planet, and good corporate governance , has also been implemented.

A multi-disciplinary approach for uranium exploration using remote sensing and airborne gamma-ray spectrometry data in the Gebel Duwi area, Central Eastern Desert, Egypt

Uranium exploration plays a pivotal role in meeting global energy demands and advancing nuclear technology. This study presents a comprehensive approach to uranium exploration in the Gebel Duwi area of the Central Eastern Desert of Egypt, utilizing remote sensing and airborne gamma-ray spectrometric data. Multispectral remote sensing techniques, including Principal Component Analysis (PCA), Minimum Noise Fraction (MNF), and Band Ratioing (BR), are employed to identify lithological units and hydrothermal alteration zones associated with uranium deposition, such as iron oxides, argillic, propylitic, and phyllic alterations. Additionally, airborne gamma-ray spectrometry data provide insights into the spatial distribution of radioelements, including uranium (eU), thorium (eTh), and potassium (K), as well as radioelement ratios (eU/eTh, eU/K, and eTh/K). The uranium migration index map (eU-(eTh/3.5)) and the F-parameter map (K*(eU/eTh)) have been generated to investigate the movement of uranium within various geological zones and characterize anomalous uranium concentrations. Statistical analyses, including mean (X), standard deviation (S), and coefficient of variability (C.V.), are conducted to identify uranium-rich zones. The integration of these datasets enables the generation of a uranium potential map highlighting areas of elevated concentrations indicative of uranium mineralization. Field observations and mineralogical analyses of collected samples validate our findings, confirming the presence of minerals associated with uranium mineralization in mapped high-potential areas. The significance of minerals like Fe-Chlorite, Fe-Mg-Chlorite, ferrihydrite, goethite, calcite, muscovite, dolomite, actinolite, vermiculite, and gypsum in indicating potential uranium mineralization processes underscores the importance of our results.

Response of Small Traders in Traditional Markets to the Iman Portal Innovation in Avoiding Usury

Research on the Response of Small Traders in Traditional Markets to the Empowerment Innovation Portal Iman was carried out in Karanganyar from August to September 2023. This research aims to determine the response of small traders in traditional markets who were given socialization about Portal Iman, an empowerment innovation to avoid danger. usury. Qualitative and quantitative research was carried out in an integrated manner with surveys using questionnaires, interviews and field observations. All 92 recitation participants from 5 markets, namely Bejen, Jungke, Nglano, Jaten and Palur markets, were used as respondents for the socialization. The research results showed that the socialization participants were dominated by women (72.83%) compared to men (27.17%), with the majority aged 45 - 59 years or pre-elderly (60.87%); aged over 60 years or elderly (21.74%) and only 17.39% were aged 19 – 44 years or adults. The majority of participants' education was high school (SMA/MA/SMK) at 38.04%; Elementary school as much as 29.35% and junior high school as much as 20.65%. There were 5.44% of socialization participants who had not completed elementary school or even attended school and 6.52% who had attained higher education, either a diploma or bachelor's degree. The average length of business is 14.21 years, the longest is 44 years and the shortest is 1 year, with 66.57% own capital and 44.43% with borrowed capital, 36.67% have had contact with loan sharks, 61.11% have no contact and 2.2% did not provide information. Of the 36.6% who had contact with the loan shark, 12.22% were still in contact today, 64.44% were no longer in contact and 33.3% of respondents did not answer.

The Influence of Creativity on Welfare Through Self-Efficacy in the Lake Toba Area of Samosir District

This research aims to analyze the influence of creativity, business interest and self-efficacy on community welfare in the Lake Toba area of Samosir Regency as a tourist attraction, using IBM AMOS path analysis with a sample of 200 people spread across nine sub-districts. This research uses primary data and secondary data collected using the Liskert scale and field observations. The results of the research show that creativity has a direct effect on community welfare, creativity has a direct effect as evidenced by the value (p) = 0.000 < 0.05. Self-efficacy is able to mediate creativity to improve welfare with the result t = 13.15092246 > t table (0.05; 200-4) = 1.972141. Therefore, the first, second and sixth hypotheses in this research can be accepted. Business interests have a direct influence on community welfare. This can be proven by the value (p) = 0.000 < 0.05 while business interest on self-efficacy has no effect with value (p) = 0.34 > 0.05 and self-efficacy is unable to mediate business interest to improve community welfare with calculated t value = -0.93118348 < t table (0.05; 200-4) = 1.982597 then the third hypothesis is accepted while the fourth hypothesis and the seventh hypothesis are rejected.

Evaluation of Solid Medical Waste Management

Medical solid waste management still faces obstacles several problems such as the lack of use of complete personal protective equipment (PPE) by officers and the absence of special routes for transporting waste. This study aims to evaluate medical solid waste management in hospitals. The method used was qualitative with a purposive sampling technique of 10 informants at the location concerned. Data was collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, and document review, then processed and analyzed using a triangulation table of sources and methods. Even though hospitals have SOPs that are socialized to staff, adequate human resources, funds, facilities and infrastructure, not all of them meet the requirements. The waste reduction process has not been implemented, TPHS B3 has been used as a rest area for officers, the sulo has not been closed because medical waste is buried in non-medical waste, and there is no waste transportation route available. The research results show that the management of medical and non-medical waste is not fully in accordance with applicable regulations. Therefore, it is recommended that hospitals reduce waste, monitor waste officers, and provide special routes for transporting waste in accordance with applicable regulations

Maritime Culture of Bantik Ethnic Group From North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Indonesia is well known as an archipelagic country on the equator with a huge population and diverse cultures where up to 70% of its area constitutes a maritime continent. This study investigates the maritime culture of Indonesia, a nation comprising 16,771 islands, 1,331 ethnicities, and 4,735 coastal villages, with a particular focus on the Bantik Ethnic Group in North Sulawesi Province. The primary objective of this study is to identify and document maritime cultural elements and local knowledge of the Bantik group, alongside assessing their past and current status. Employing a descriptive analysis through thematic coding of data collected via focus group discussions (FGD), in-depth interviews, field observations, and document analysis, the study reveals that the Bantik has a rich maritime culture rooted in agrarian coastal life and historical ocean connections. However, urbanization poses significant threats to their traditional practices and language, while rural Bantik communities remain largely unaffected by these changes. This research underscores the importance of preserving the Bantik's intrinsic cultural values amidst modern challenges.

Vector magnetic field characteristics of magneto-shape effect with high figure of merit based on fiber optic vernier effect

The vector magnetic field structures utilizing magnetic fluid (MF) mainly rely on the magneto-refractive index effect (MRI), which has the low spatial resolution due to the long sensitive length. In this article, the vector magnetic field characteristics of the magneto-shape effect (MSE) are simulated and experimentally studied based on the fiber optic vernier effect. The high vector magnetic field sensitivity can be achieved under the condition of Φ128*73 μm in the sensitive area by combine the MSE and vernier effect. The distribution of magnetic field on the concavity of MF varies with magnetic field direction, giving rising to MF concavity different deformations. The magnetic field observation structure based on fiber optic vernier effect are fabricated to verify the vector magnetic field characteristics of MSE. The observation structure is subjected to one-dimensional and two-dimensional magnetic field. The test results demonstrate that the magnetic field sensibility can reach 2.36 nm/Gs, 3.88 nm/Gs and 4.52 nm/Gs under 0–55.0 Gs, 55.0–91.7 Gs and 91.7–119.2 Gs in Y direction field. The magnetic field sensibility is 0.91 nm/Gs in Z direction field. The magnetic field direction sensitivity can reach 1.16 nm/° in XY dimensional field. The structure of the MSE is very compact and the size is very small, which is very helpful for detecting the narrow space and gradient magnetic field.

A Multidisciplinary Geophysical Approach to Characterize a Fracture Zone: The Southern Limit of the Mining District of Linares-La Carolina, Spain

In many cases, the lateral extension of economically valuable mineral deposits is linked to fractures. Knowing the characteristics of these tectonic structures is crucial for determining the continuity of mineralization in the subsoil and, consequently, for planning their exploitation. To address this challenge, a multidisciplinary study was carried out using various geophysical techniques and direct field observations to analyze the effectiveness of each technique in the investigation of fractures. For this purpose, the mining district of Linares-La Carolina in southeastern Spain, known for hosting Philonian deposits of galena (PbS), was chosen. At the southern boundary of this mining district, the seams stopped being exploited when they lost their continuity due to the presence of a regional normal fault. This fault zone was responsible for hiding the seams under a thick sedimentary cover. Detailed geological mapping allowed us to deduce the presence of two fracture systems. The geophysical techniques of electrical resistivity tomography and the time domain electromagnetic method were used, allowing us to identify the positions and the vertical displacement of these faults. Furthermore, using magnetometry, the presence of a third system of fractures was deduced. The results showed that this multidisciplinary analysis provides information of interest concerning the complex structure that configures the limits of this mining district.

O PLANEJAMENTO ESTRATÉGICO SITUACIONAL COMO FERRAMENTA DE GESTÃO EM SAÚDE PARA A ESTRUTURAÇÃO DAS REDES DE ATENÇÃO EM SAÚDE PÚBLICA

Background: The Unified Health System (SUS), which by foment administrative decentralization throughthe establishment of the “Democratic State governed by the rule of law”,the Public Health Policies,and their integration within Healthcare Networks, works to formulate and implement actions that aim to improve collective well-being. Objective: Describe the importance of management tools for organizing Healthcare Networks in structuring Public Health Policies. Methods: The research is descriptive and qualitative, based on a case study in Pedregulho city (São Paulo), with field observation and data analysis. Strategic planning was used to identify care gaps in the Healthcare Networks and propose specific solutions for the problems presented, joined by an intervention matrix, aiming to strengthen Primary Health Care. Results: Due to the increase in chronic pathologies to the detriment of acute diseases in the city, the care lines involving chronic diseases filled the first place in the Intervention Matrix. In 2023, Pedregulho was pointedby Regional Health Department VIII as the city with the lowest deathrate caused by preventable chronic diseases. Conclusion: The findings provethe effectiveness and relevance of applying management tools to implement Public Health Policies.

BLU Financial Ratio Analysis for Performance Measurement

This research aims to determine the BLU Financial Ratio Analysis for Performance Measurement at Dr. Lung Hospital. M. Goenawan Partowidigdo Cisarua Bogor Based on Director General of Treasury Regulation No.36/PB/2016 for the 2019-2023 Period. This research uses quantitative descriptive research with data collection methods, namely field research, interviews, observation, documentation and literature review. Financial ratio analysis is carried out using liquidity, solvency, activity and profitability ratios, with 7 ratio indicators - financial ratios and BLU management compliance aspects used in research on measuring hospital financial performance, including cash ratio, current ratio, receivables collection period, turnover. fixed assets, compensation for fixed assets, equity compensation and PNBP income against operational costs. The results of the research show that the analysis of financial performance at RSPG Cisarua Bogor based on analysis of liquidity, solvency, activity and profitability ratios shows good performance and based on financial performance indicators of the hospital, the financial performance of RSPG Cisarua Bogor from 2019-2023 is included in the predicate of both A and AA.

Magma solidification effects during sill emplacement: Insights from laboratory experiments

Igneous sills and interconnected sill complexes transport magma both vertically through the Earth's crust and laterally over potentially long distances. Although cooling and solidification of magma are acknowledged to play a major role in the propagation and emplacement of sills, their contributions to sill formation remain poorly understood. Here, the effects of solidification on sill propagation dynamics and the resulting intrusion morphologies are investigated using scaled laboratory experiments. Molten coconut oil (magma analogue), which solidifies during emplacement, is injected directly into the horizontal interface between two layers of a colder, layered, solid visco-elasto-plastic gel (Laponite RD®, host rock analogue) to facilitate sill formation. The injection temperature and volumetric flow rate of the coconut oil, and the temperature of the host material, are varied between experiments to control the relative degree of solidification. When solidification effects are relatively weak, corresponding to high injection temperatures, sill propagation is continuous and forms penny-shaped intrusions that later turn into saucer-shaped sills with marginal segmentation. Conversely, when solidification effects are intermediate to relatively strong, corresponding to lower injection temperatures, sills develop complex elongate morphologies that lengthen parallel to the long-axis of the magma flow direction. Such sills also form in a discontinuous manner and propagate in pulses by growth of discrete marginal lobes, representing periods of tip arrest due to freezing, followed by growth of new lobes at the sill margins. A striking morphological feature that occurs in experiments with intermediate to relatively strong solidification effects is the presence of internal flow channels within sills, which can be: (a) thermally controlled, long-lived channels in experiments with intermediate solidification effects; or (b) structurally controlled, randomly oriented short-lived channels in experiments with relatively strong solidification effects. Our experimental findings are consistent with field and seismic observations of sill geometries, and they highlight that the relative degree of solidification during magma emplacement controls both how sills propagate and their internal flow dynamics.

Geomorphological evidence for volcano-tectonic deformation along the unstable western flank of Cumbre Vieja Volcano (La Palma)

In 2021, La Palma's southern volcanic complex Cumbre Vieja erupted for its longest period in historic times. Although the geological record shows no evidence for a collapse of Cumbre Vieja, ground deformation studies and field observations suggest that its western flank is moving seawards, following the direction of previous collapses of the island. To better estimate the hazard of a potential flank collapse of Cumbre Vieja, it is important to identify the lateral extent and depth of the mobile sector. Here, we analyse the volcano-tectonic deformation along Cumbre Vieja's western flank, based on geomorphological analysis of combined topographic and new ship-born bathymetric data as well as the analysis of shallow seismicity records associated with the 2021 eruption. In our interpretation, the shoreline-crossing Puerto Naos Ridge results from tectonic uplift accompanying transpressional deformation along the northern boundary of Cumbre Vieja's moving flank, therefore decoupling a stable sector in the north from the mobile sector farther south. The proposed moving sector is consistent in scale with previous ground deformation studies and documented flank collapses of structurally similar volcanoes. We present a workflow for semi-automatically detecting boundaries of unstable volcanic flanks based on morphological changes captured in digital elevation data. The method correctly delineated the known boundaries of the unstable flanks of Mt. Etna and Kilauea volcanoes. The ability to constrain potential boundaries of unstable volcanic flanks should inform the planning of future geophysical and geodetic campaigns aiming to identify precursory signals of potential flank failures.

Bat or bee pollination? Floral biology of two sympatric Cayaponia species (Cucurbitaceae) in Southeast Brazil

The evolution of pollination systems is unclear for many plant taxa due to the scarcity of field observations on floral visitors. Supposed bat- and bee-pollination is reported for species of the genus Cayaponia, but <5 % of these were observed in the field and their pollinators recorded. We studied the pollination biology of two early diverging sister species of Cayaponia, C. cabocla and C. pilosa, recording the floral biology, phenology, breeding system, floral visitors, and floral scent chemistry. Both species are monoecious and have bell-shaped white to greenish flowers. The length of the C. cabocla flowers was 2.33 ± 0.52 cm and of the C. pilosa flowers it was 2.75±0.95 cm. In C. cabocla nectar volume of male flowers was 180±57.15 μl and sugar concentration was 28.75±0.95%, whereas in female flowers the average volume was 46.5 ± 10.24 μl and sugar concentration was 22.5 ± 0.57%. Cayaponia cabocla flowers opened at late night, around 03:30 h, whereas those of C. pilosa opened around noon. Both species bloom in the austral summer (January-February) and depend on bees to set fruit, in addition to having a few floral visitor species in common. Whereas some of the flower traits resemble those of bat-pollinated plants (most notably the large nectar volume and nocturnal anthesis), the floral volatiles of both C. cabocla and C. pilosa are typical of flowers pollinated by bees. This study clarifies the pollination system of two Cayaponia species and provides new information that can be used to reconstruct pollination system transitions in this rich genus of cucurbits.

Mapping cognitive biases in multidisciplinary team (MDT) decision-making for cancer care in Scotland: a cognitive ethnography study protocol

IntroductionThe efficiency of multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) in cancer care hinges on facilitating clinicians’ cognitive processes as they navigate complex and uncertain judgements during treatment planning. When systems and workflows are...

Accretion of microcontinents and arcs in the southern Central Asian Orogenic Belt: insights from provenance analyses of early Paleozoic sedimentary records in Beishan

The Central Asian Orogenic Belt involves amalgamation of numerous magmatic arcs, accretionary complexes and continental fragments during long-lived subduction and accretion. However, the nature of key microcontinental terranes, as well as their continuity, remains unclear. This study conducted outcrop observation, heavy mineral assemblage, whole-rock geochemistry, detrital zircon U–Pb dating and Lu–Hf isotope analysis on sandstones in the Beishan orogenic belt. The findings from field observations, petrographic analysis and weathering indices show that the tectonic setting of the sandstone is a forearc sedimentary basin. The maximum depositional ages (MDAs) of sandstones are 503.8 ± 6.9 Ma and 431.9 ± 6.0 Ma. The provenance of the sandstone is complex, which probably originates from the Shuangyingshan and Hanshan blocks. By comparing the detrital zircon U–Pb ages with adjacent terranes such as Central Tianshan, Dunhuang and Tarim, it was observed that the Shuangyingshan block shares similar provenance with the Dunhuang terrane, while the Mazongshan–Hanshan shows affinity to the Central Tianshan terrane. This study highlights the complex nature of sediment provenance in the Beishan orogenic belt, influenced by tectonic processes involving thrusting, accretionary complexes and the presence of multiple terranes.