Introduction Stage Research Articles

Improving SME Performance Through the Utilization of Usable Digital Technology in the Gunung Kawi Area, Wonosari, Malang

The development of digital technology has changed the way society consumes information and makes decisions, including in the tourism sector and other related fields, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs) around the tourist areas. The Mount Kawi area, known for its religious tourism, natural beauty, and cultural heritage, seems to continue to attract visitors even though it has not fully recovered as it was before the Covid-19 pandemic. This also impacts the development of the performance of existing SMEs. This community service aims to introduce user-friendly digital marketing technology to small and medium enterprises (SMEs), so they do not have to rely solely on the local market. The approach used is the initiation model, which involves stages of introduction, demonstration, evaluation, improvement, and reinforcement. The participants of the event consisted of 20 SMEs, ranging from batik to various types of food. The instruments for success used are observation sheets and portfolios. The results of the activities show an increase in digital knowledge among SMEs, particularly in utilizing social media for product content that supports online marketing strategies, as well as the ability to create content and operate digital technology based on market feasibility. The recommendation from this community service activity is the need for assistance in certifying their products to enhance consumer trust.

Penguatan Kapasitas Adaptasi Generasi Z Pedesaan Dalam Menghadapi Variabilitas Iklim

Introduction: The climate variability that occurs in Indonesia results in various losses for society, especially in rural areas. Rural communities whose livelihoods depend on agricultural and fishing activities are very threatened by climate variability which hampers the community's economy. Objective: This service aims to analyze participation in strengthening the adaptation of rural Generation Z in facing climate variability Method: The focus of community service in this activity is the Z generation who live in rural areas. To make it easier to provide information to generation Z. A participatory approach is used in this activity. Result: There are 3 main activities in strengthening adaptation capacity for generation Z, namely: 1. Introduction stage, including a basic understanding of several forms of climate variability that occur in rural areas. 2. Advanced stage, namely providing education regarding the impact of climate variability in rural areas, especially agriculture and fisheries, 3. Adjustment stage, namely developing adaptation strategies that must be carried out when exposure to extreme climate variability occurs. Conclusion: The results of this service show an increase in generation Z's knowledge in anticipating climate variability.

Early Introductions of Candida auris Detected by Wastewater Surveillance, Utah, USA, 2022-2023.

Candida auris is considered a nosocomial pathogen of high concern and is currently spreading across the United States. Infection control measures for C. auris focus mainly on healthcare facilities, yet transmission levels may already be significant in the community before outbreaks are detected in healthcare settings. Wastewater-based epidemiology (culture, quantitative PCR, and whole-genome sequencing) can potentially gauge pathogen transmission in the general population and lead to early detection of C. auris before it is detected in clinical cases. To learn more about the sensitivity and limitations of wastewater-based surveillance, we used wastewater-based methods to detect C. auris in a southern Utah jurisdiction with no known clinical cases before and after the documented transfer of colonized patients from bordering Nevada. Our study illustrates the potential of wastewater-based surveillance for being sufficiently sensitive to detect C. auris transmission during the early stages of introduction into a community.

How to subsidize ecotourism in a tourism supply chain? An examination with a three-party evolutionary game model

Nowadays, to promote ecotourism, governments have introduced a series of incentive policies. This study considers the impacts of government subsidy on ecotourism development and builds a three-party evolutionary game model involving the government, tourism enterprises and downstream consumers. The game strategies and behavior evolution of each party have been studied. Three conditional evolutionarily stable strategy points are obtained. The authors also investigate the final evolutionary results, influencing factors and optimization paths of various parties. Some interesting conclusions are drawn. First, in the introduction stage of ecotourism, government subsidies are effective at boosting ecotourism. However, when the market reaches stabilization, enterprises and consumers might not choose ecotourism even with government subsidies. Second, during the evolutionary process, the government subsidies probability exhibits two trends of an initial increase followed by a subsequent fall to zero, or ongoing subsidies. Finally, the initial state of the government, enterprises and consumers has a greater impact on the stability outcomes. When enterprises' and consumers' initial preferences for ecotourism grow, the government's willingness to subsidize diminishes significantly. Meanwhile, subsidies for consumers work better than those for enterprises.

Utilization of Indonesian E-Modules Based on The ICARE Approach as An Innovation in Learning for Students

This research aims to design and implement an Indonesian e-module based on the ICARE approach, which includes the stages of Introduction, Connection, Application, Reflection, and Extension. The method in this study was research and development (R&D) with the ADDIE model. The stages conducted in this study were (1) needs analysis, (2) design, (3) product development, (4) implementation or trial, and (5) evaluation. The validity of the product was assessed by three experts in the fields of material, language, and media. The calculation of the data in this study was analyzed using a questionnaire with a Likert scale method. The response trial was conducted with junior high school students in grade VIII from 3 schools in Batam City. Based on the test results, it was obtained a score of 4.58 with a validity level of 89%. It provides evidence that the implementation of e-modules based on the ICARE approach in an educational environment can increase the effectiveness of Indonesian learning. Students can learn independently and collaboratively, and develop critical skills such as problem-solving, analysis, and synthesis of information.

Analysis of the Use of Qris as Social Change Among Students

Background: This research aims to analyze the use of QRIS as an alternative to digital payments at Hasanuddin University, explore the factors influencing its adoption among students, and provide recommendations for increasing its implementation, while assessing social changes related to the shift from cash to digital money. Objective: This research aims to describe Hasanuddin University students' awareness of the use of QRIS as a digital payment solution and analyze the social changes that occur as a result of the use of QRIS among students. Method: This research uses a quantitative approach with descriptive research type. The population in this study were students registered in the Hasanuddin University FISIP Sociology Masters Program, and the sampling technique in this study was a probability sampling method with types. The type of method used was total sampling where the sample size was the same as the population with the number of research samples being 86 person. Results: The results of this research show that: first, the level of awareness of Hasanuddin University FISIP Masters students regarding the use of the QRIS application as a transaction method is in the "Enough" category with a TCR of 60.093; second, QRIS functions as a social fact that maintains social order by reducing criminal acts and building trust between individuals; third, there are five stages of the innovation diffusion process in the practice of using the QRIS application among students, namely the stages of introduction, persuasion, decision, implementation, and confirmation. Conclusion: Digital awareness in the use of the QRIS application among students of the Master of Sociology FISIP University of Hasanuddin involves seven main aspects: Posthumanism, Human-Machine Interaction, Digital Aesthetics, Fluidity of Identity and Consciousness, Technology and the Evolution of Consciousness, Transcendence of Physical Boundaries, and Interdisciplinarity.

Investigation of Perception Differences in Shared Mobility between Driver’s License Holders and Nonholders: A Case Study of Seoul, Gyeonggi, and Incheon in South Korea

Shared mobility (SM) services are transitioning from the introduction stage to the growth stage, driven by the growth of the sharing economy, the promotion of smart cities, the diverse personal transportation modes, and the development of autonomous driving technologies. SM services, such as car sharing, car-hailing, shared bikes, and e-scooters, have emerged as solutions to address issues related to carbon neutrality and traffic congestion in densely populated areas. The purpose of this study is to investigate potential disparities in user perception and satisfaction among groups with or without driving experience when using SM services—through hypothesis testing using the two-proportion Z-test. Subsequently, a satisfaction analysis is conducted. This research creates foundational data for future SM services. The survey targeted 1041 residents living in Seoul, Gyeonggi Province, and Incheon, and was conducted over two weeks in March 2020. This study aims to derive associations between two groups using SM—those with and without driving experience. The results indicate that car sharing and bike sharing showed significant differences in user patterns based on driving experience, whereas e-scooters and car-hailing did not exhibit significant differences. This contradicts the assumption that people without a driver’s license would use SM more frequently. Moreover, the results of each SM’s analysis show different usage patterns and satisfaction between driver’s license holders and nonholders. This study will serve as foundational data for researching strategies to reduce personal car ownership through the promotion of public transportation and SM services. Furthermore, it can be a basis for suggesting policy recommendations to facilitate future mobility systems.

A new threat to the European marine environment: The exotic polyclad flatworm Postenterogonia orbicularis (Schmarda, 1859)

Harbours and marinas are optimal places for the detection of the arrival of Non-Indigenous Species (NIS) in the early stages of introduction. Marine traffic serves as a route for species movement among different regions, while the species settlement in the ports is facilitated due to habitat degradation. Among NIS, polyclads flatworms are active hunters of bivalves, posing a threat to recipient environments and aquaculture. They can either use their pharynx and mucus to penetrate the mussels and oysters, or enter molluscs while they filter, making the management of the species difficult. In this regard, this work aims to report the first morphological and molecular identification of a new NIS polyclad native to the Pacific Ocean in Europe, specifically in the Ría de Avilés and the Gijón Port (North of Spain, Cantabrian Sea, Bay of Biscay). The occurrence of mature ovigerous specimens and the collection of specimens of various sizes from different times of the year, evidence a reproductively-active population in the area. The external morphological characters, as the ruffled pharynx and the cephalic eyes, and the internal ones, as the male copulatory apparatus, fit with the description of Postenterogonia orbicularis. The phylogenetic analysis based on the mitochondrial COI marker, placed the studied specimens from Avilés and Gijón (Spain) and the recently described species Idiostylochus tortuosus from Arcachon Bay (France) within the P. orbicularis clade (Ilyplanidae family). Therefore, our results suggest that I. tortuosus may be a synonym of the New Zealander P. orbicularis. Finally, we discuss the possible ecological impacts of its introduction and provide some management recommendations for controlling its influx in the recipient environments.

Adverse Events after Different Endoscopic Resection Procedures for Small and Intermediate-Sized Colorectal Polyps.

Cold snare polypectomy (CSP) and underwater endoscopic mucosal resection (UEMR) have been developed recently, in addition to conventional methods, but adverse events of each method have not been fully clarified. We compared the outcomes of each method for the appropriate choice. Patients who underwent CSP, endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR)/hot snare polypectomy (HSP), or UEMR for small and intermediate-sized colorectal polyps between April 2017 and June 2020 were retrospectively examined. The rate of adverse events and recurrences due to each method were determined as the main outcomes. Clinical factors related to adverse events were examined. A total of 1,025 patients with 3,163 polyps underwent polypectomy using any of the methods. CSP, EMR/HSP, and UEMR were performed for 704 (22.2%), 2,145 (67.8%), and 314 polyps (9.9%), and the median size for each method was 4, 6, and 7 mm, respectively. Delayed bleeding for CSP, EMR/HSP, and UEMR was 0%, 0.2%, and 0.6% (p = 0.15), and perforation was 0%, 0.1%, and 0%, respectively (p = 0.62). Recurrence after CSP, EMR/HSP, and UEMR was 0.3%, 0.09%, and 1.3%, respectively (p < 0.01). Recurrence for UEMR was significantly higher in the early stage of procedure introduction (p = 0.015). Oral anticoagulants were the risk factor for delayed bleeding (p < 0.01, respectively). There was no significant difference regarding adverse events among each method for small and intermediate-sized polyps, although the recurrence rate after UEMR was higher than other methods.

Pembuatan Nugget Tempe Dalam Pemenuhan Gizi Balita Cegah Stunting

Good nutrition is an important foundation for a child to grow and develop optimally, especially children who grow and develop in vulnerable environments. The results of the 2021 Nutritional Status survey show that 1:4 Indonesian children experience stunting and 1:10 children experience malnutrition. Prevention of stunting must be as early as possible, starting from portions of the plate with balanced nutritional content. Tempeh is a fermented product made from soybeans, the price is quite cheap, tempeh is also the best source of energy and protein, tempeh contains prebiotics which are good for the intestines, low in sodium and carbohydrates. 84 grams of tempeh contains 162 calories, 15 grams of protein, 9 grams of carbohydrates, 9 milligrams of sodium and many others. Efforts can be made to increase the knowledge and skills of cadre mothers and mothers of toddlers by conducting counseling, demonstrations and simulating tempe food. This dedication has a positive effect on knowledge, skills and ideas in making a variety of healthy snacks. The aim of this community service is so that mothers of babies and toddlers know and understand that tempeh food can be processed into various healthy snack ingredients to prevent stunting. The method of implementing activities in general includes the stages of introduction, counseling, demonstration and evaluation. It is hoped that in the future, cadre mothers and the community, especially mothers who have babies and toddlers in RW03 RT02, Kualu Village, Tambang Kampar District, will be more creative in making preparations made from tempeh that are rich in nutrients in an effort to prevent stunting and more often seek the latest information about nutrition in the reproductive cycle.

Human mobility patterns in Brazil to inform sampling sites for early pathogen detection and routes of spread: a network modelling and validation study

Detecting and foreseeing pathogen dispersion is crucial in preventing widespread disease transmission. Human mobility is a fundamental issue in human transmission of infectious agents. Through a mobility data-driven approach, we aimed to identify municipalities in Brazil that could comprise an advanced sentinel network, allowing for early detection of circulating pathogens and their associated transmission routes. In this modelling and validation study, we compiled a comprehensive dataset on intercity mobility spanning air, road, and waterway transport from the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (2016 data), National Transport Confederation (2022), and National Civil Aviation Agency (2017-23). We constructed a graph-based representation of Brazil's mobility network. The Ford-Fulkerson algorithm was used to rank the 5570 Brazilian cities according to their suitability as sentinel locations, allowing us to predict the most suitable locations for early detection and to track the most likely trajectory of a newly emerged pathogen. We also obtained SARS-CoV-2 genetic data from Brazilian municipalities during the early stage (Feb 25-April 30, 2020) of the virus's introduction and the gamma (P.1) variant emergence in Manaus (Jan 6-March 1, 2021), for the purposes of model validation. We found that flights alone transported 79·9 million (95% CI 58·3-101·4 million) passengers annually within Brazil during 2017-22, with seasonal peaks occurring in late spring and summer, and road and river networks had a maximum capacity of 78·3 million passengers weekly in 2016. By analysing the 7 746 479 most probable paths originating from source nodes, we found that 3857 cities fully cover the mobility pattern of all 5570 cities in Brazil, 557 (10·0%) of which cover 6 313 380 (81·5%) of the mobility patterns in our study. By strategically incorporating mobility patterns into Brazil's existing influenza-like illness surveillance network (ie, by switching the location of 111 of 199 sentinel sites to different municipalities), our model predicted that mobility coverage would have a 33·6% improvement from 4 059 155 (52·4%) mobility patterns to 5 422 535 (70·0%) without expanding the number of sentinel sites. Our findings are validated with genomic data collected during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic period. Our model accurately mapped 22 (51%) of 43 clade 1-affected cities and 28 (60%) of 47 clade 2-affected cities spread from São Paulo city, and 20 (49%) of 41 clade 1-affected cities and 28 (58%) of 48 clade 2-affected cities spread from Rio de Janeiro city, Feb 25-April 30, 2020. Additionally, 224 (73%) of the 307 suggested early-detection locations for pathogens emerging in Manaus corresponded with the first cities affected by the transmission of the gamma variant, Jan 6-16, 2021. By providing essential clues for effective pathogen surveillance, our results have the potential to inform public health policy and improve future pandemic response efforts. Our results unlock the potential of designing country-wide clinical sample collection networks with mobility data-informed approaches, an innovative practice that can improve current surveillance systems. Rockefeller Foundation.

Enhancing Caregiver Skills in Malnutrition Risk Screening for Infants and the Elderly A Community Health Disaster Prevention Initiative through Focus Group Discussions

The issue of malnutrition among infants and the elderly presents a significant public health challenge, particularly in communities with limited healthcare resources. This study aimed to enhance the skills of caregivers in screening for malnutrition risks as a preventive measure against health disasters, utilizing Focus Group Discussions (FGDs). The method involved the collection and analysis of health service management data by health cadres, followed by the design and implementation of FGD programs targeting caregivers, involving 16 health cadres in October and November. The program comprised stages of preparation, introduction, topic discussion, analysis, conclusion, and evaluation, utilizing various media tools. The findings revealed an improvement in knowledge and awareness among caregivers regarding malnutrition screening, with the majority having undergone specialized malnutrition training. However, the application of screening practices remains suboptimal. This initiative highlights the potential of community-based interventions in addressing malnutrition risks among vulnerable groups, suggesting a need for continued education, improved screening practices, and enhanced access to nutrition information. The study concludes that FGDs are an effective method for improving caregiver capabilities in malnutrition risk screening, thereby contributing to the prevention of health disasters in community settings.

Developing Arabic Teaching Methods Using Google Sites for Middle School Students

Teaching Arabic in schools proceeds traditionally, where education is still from one source and through limited and different means, as is the case in the Pena Santri Middle School in Medan, where students have become less active and motivated in learning Arabic. Therefore, we were in dire need of developing an appropriate method, such as Google Sites. The aim of the research is to describe the method of developing methods for teaching the Arabic language to students at Pena Santre Middle School in Medan, and to know its specifications and effectiveness to improve students’ motivation in learning the Arabic language. This research is developmental research, as the researchers used the 4-D method, which consists of 4 stages, which are definition, design, development, and publication. All these stages later result in a product that will be tested to ensure its suitability before testing it with students. In the introduction stage, eighth grade students at Pena Santre School need a teaching method that can increase their interest in learning the Arabic language. In the design stage, the two researchers design a product that is considered compatible with the students’ needs, which is Google Sites, which consists of three parts. After completing the design, the two researchers validated it with very valid results. The result of the research is that the educational tool Google developed websites increases students’ motivation in learning Arabic, especially for the patient clinic subject.

Action Research on Collegiate Student-athlete and Student Peer Mentoring Program

PURPOSE The purpose of this study is to explore the effects of the student-athlete and student peer mentoring program as a collegiate class.METHODS The peer mentoring program, conducted at A University in the first semester of the 2023 school year, was evaluated using practical action research (Zuber-Skeritt, 1996).RESULTS In the introduction stage, ‘relative and absolute evaluation’, ‘member ratio’, and ‘definition of professor role’ were categorized as challenge issues. In the progress stage, ‘de-formalized lecture method’, ‘student athlete’s coaching experience’, and ‘student’s experience of football culture’ were discovered as possibilities, while ‘vacancy and absence of mentor-mentee’, ‘limited group activities and limitations of team sports’, and ‘lack of objective evaluation’ required improvement. At the end stage, student-athletes experienced changes in values such as self-identity, football, and human relationships, as well as quantitative and qualitative changes in sports participation.CONCLUSIONS This study confirmed the potential of the peer mentoring program as a collegiate class as well as its practical significance for guaranteeing student-athletes' learning rights and for forming sports culture on collegiate campuses.

ANALISIS PENERAPAN PROJEK PENGUATAN PROFIL PELAJAR PANCASILA DALAM PEMBIASAAN KARAKTER DI SD MUHAMMADIYAH INOVATIF MERTOYUDAN

The aim of this research is to analyze the implementation of the project to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students in character training.The research method used is descriptive qualitative. The research was carried out from March to June 2023. The data collection techniques used were interviews and documentation. The informants in the research were the principal and class I and IV teachers at Mertoyudan Innovative Elementary School. Data sources were obtained from informant information and documentation data. The informant selection technique uses purposive sampling. The data validity technique uses triangulation of source data and data. Data analysis uses a qualitative data analysis model.The results of the research state that there are 5 steps in planning the Pancasila student profile project, namely: forming a project facilitator team for strengthening the Pancasila student profile, identifying the level of readiness of the educational unit, designing dimensions, themes and time allocation for the project strengthening the Pancasila student profile, Developing project modules, designing a strategy for reporting project results. The implementation of the learning project to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students is in order to shape children's personalities in accordance with the profile of Pancasila students. In the learning implementation stage, the project for strengthening the profile of Pancasila students is not much different from intracurricular learning activities, however, the learning project for strengthening the profile of Pancasila students is packaged more lightly and fun. Some of the activities carried out are preparing learning resources or tools and materials, dividing groups, introduction stage, action stage and reflection or sharing stage. P5 activities carried out include; Make a VASE from paper mache, make a doormat, make a pencil case from used materials.

Inverted Classroom Teaching of Physiology in Basic Medical Education: Bibliometric Visual Analysis.

Over the last decade, there has been growing interest in inverted classroom teaching (ICT) and its various forms within the education sector. Physiology is a core course that bridges basic and clinical medicine, and ICT in physiology has been sporadically practiced to different extents globally. However, students' and teachers' responses and feedback to ICT in physiology are diverse, and the effectiveness of a modified ICT model integrated into regular teaching practice in physiology courses is difficult to assess objectively and quantitatively. This study aimed to explore the current status and development direction of ICT in physiology in basic medical education using bibliometric visual analysis of the related literature. A bibliometric analysis of the ICT-related literature in physiology published between 2000 and 2023 was performed using CiteSpace, a bibliometric visualization tool, based on the Web of Science database. Moreover, an in-depth review was performed to summarize the application of ICT in physiology courses worldwide, along with identification of research hot spots and development trends. A total of 42 studies were included for this bibliometric analysis, with the year 2013 marking the commencement of the field. University staff and doctors working at affiliated hospitals represent the core authors of this field, with several research teams forming cooperative relationships and developing research networks. The development of ICT in physiology could be divided into several stages: the introduction stage (2013-2014), extensive practice stage (2015-2019), and modification and growth stage (2020-2023). Gopalan C is the author with the highest citation count of 5 cited publications and has published 14 relevant papers since 2016, with a significant surge from 2019 to 2022. Author collaboration is generally limited in this field, and most academic work has been conducted in independent teams, with minimal cross-team communication. Authors from the United States published the highest number of papers related to ICT in physiology (18 in total, accounting for over 43% of the total papers), and their intermediary centrality was 0.24, indicating strong connections both within the country and internationally. Chinese authors ranked second, publishing 8 papers in the field, although their intermediary centrality was only 0.02, suggesting limited international influence and lower overall research quality. The topics of ICT in physiology research have been multifaceted, covering active learning, autonomous learning, student performance, teaching effect, blended teaching, and others. This bibliometric analysis and literature review provides a comprehensive overview of the history, development process, and future direction of the field of ICT in physiology. These findings can help to strengthen academic exchange and cooperation internationally, while promoting the diversification and effectiveness of ICT in physiology through building academic communities to jointly train emerging medical talents.

Transformation of the Forest Litter Microbial Community Introduced in to the Agrocenosis Soil

The long-term use of pesticides in the forest nurseries of the Sverdlovsk region has led to a decrease in the quality of Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) planting material. As a way to reduce pesticide stress and create optimal conditions suitable for the conifers growth, a once use of forest litter (20 kg/m2) was proposed. This substrate is easier to obtain from a plantation near to the forest agrocenosis. However, by something cases, forest litter may be obtained from locations that are geographically far from the forest nursery. The article presents the results of a study the possibility of applying forest litter obtained from places located at different distances from the forest nursery in the bioremediation of pesticide-contaminated soil and improving the quality of Scots pine planting material. In the field experiment, samples of the forest litter were taken near two forest nurseries and introduced into the soil of the experimental plots before sowing pine. Part of the plots contained roundup (3 l a. s./ha), the other remained without treatment. In each nursery, plots were created containing both litter from a nearby stand and from a more remote forest area. It was found that the peak of the transforming activity of the microbiocenosis in the introduced forest litter and decreasing of the pesticide contamination, most likely, will be observed in the first stages of the microbiocenosis introduction. The observed effect takes place regardless of the distance from the application site where the forest substrate was obtained.

Pengenalan Presensi Kehadiran Menggunakan Kode Qr Berbasis Gawai Android

Presence recognition training using QR codes based on Android devices could be one of the trainings that can be developed by students because the competency gain from this training is quite promising. If students/santri after becoming alumni can later develop these competencies, it can be very profitable. If in the Islamic boarding school environment the alumni spread across their regions and try in various fields, of course knowledge of using the QR code scanner digital application on Android devices will be very useful, especially for the administration system. Partners in this PKM activity are teachers/administrative staff/students of Assaadah Puri Serpong Islamic High School within the Assaadah Puri Serpong Islamic Boarding School environment. The training on introducing attendance using QR codes based on Android devices was carried out with the stages of introduction, counseling and assistance in the practice of using it. Based on the results of observations and discussions with partners, there are several problems faced, especially related to the student attendance review system which still uses a manual/paper-based system, resulting in difficulties in organizing, processing and controlling student attendance data both at the teaching staff level and in the school administration. The lack of technical knowledge regarding the use of digital applications on Android devices, such as a QR code scanner application which can actually be used for student attendance applications, is one of the obstacles for school equipment to be able to manage a more efficient attendance administration system. The solutions carried out in this PKM activity related to existing problems are: 1. Technical aspect: this aspect includes things you need to know about a simple presence attendance application using a QR code based on an Android device. The PKM team helps with the above matters through counseling and training so that a good understanding of this aspect is obtained so that they are technically able to practice it. 2. Management Aspect: this aspect is related to the management of the presence data obtained. So far, data management is still carried out manually without the use of a good application system. For this reason, the PKM team helps to solve problems in the management aspect with training methods on how to manage student attendance percentage data that is more practical, accurate, effective and efficient.

The empowerment perspective of implementation one house one jumantik (G1R1J) in sub-urban area

Purpose: To examine the effectiveness of one house one larva monitor program as a community empowerment. Methods: The research was conducted using the PAR approach by collecting data by observation, in-depth interviews, and discussions with samples/informants including health workers at the public health center, cadres/jumantik, jumantik rumah, community leaders, and local village and sub-district government figures. The team formed jumantik followed by training and assistance for five months for jumantik. The research location is in an urban village in Mempawah Regency, West Kalimantan Province, with data collected from March to October 2019. Results: The research location is an area with a socio-cultural geographical character that is between rural and urban characters. Knowledge about dengue fever and G1R1J is still lacking. Problems in the implementation of G1R1J are related to participation issues, namely the awareness and acceptance of residents towards activities, replacement of cadres/volunteers, and wrong perceptions. Socialization, which is the first step in empowerment, has not been carried out. Socialization is also a step in growing knowledge and awareness that will influence the growth of community participation. Conclusion: The problems faced include the problem of participation of cadres and community members. The socialization stage as the introduction stage influences knowledge and behavior. The condition of the community as social capital is incredibly supportive in empowerment. Empowerment requires adjustment to each condition. Therefore, mapping of initial conditions and comprehensive mass outreach is needed.

Exploratory and exploitative linkages and innovative activity in the offshore renewable energy sector

PurposeThis paper examines the relationship between open innovation (measured by exploratory and exploitative linkages) and firm-level innovative activity in the offshore renewable energy (ORE) sector.Design/methodology/approachA unique, purpose-built survey that targeted firms operating in the ORE sector and its supply chain was used. The data provides novel insights into the research activities and networking capabilities of an industry in its infant stages of development. Regression models are used to estimate the relationship between firm-level external linkages and innovative activity.FindingsExploratory linkages are positively related to more innovative activity. This relationship is subject to diminishing returns, distinguishing the ORE sector from other sectors. Collaborating with suppliers and accessing scientific journals are conducive to research and development (R&D) activity and process innovation, whilst collaborating with customers is associated with the decision to introduce new products and processes.Originality/valueThis study provides evidence of a positive, but curvilinear, relationship between external knowledge linkages and innovative activity, adding novel insights into the relationship between open innovation (OI) strategies, research and innovation outcomes for firms predominantly in the introductory stages of the technological life cycle with limited commercialisation experience. The nuanced finding that specific linkages matter for certain research and innovation (R&I) outcomes adds deeper complexity to March’s (1991) framework, where tailoring certain exploratory or exploitative linkages to specific innovation activities is important.