Communication Structure Research Articles

Health of Things Melanoma Detection System—detection and segmentation of melanoma in dermoscopic images applied to edge computing using deep learning and fine-tuning models

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), melanoma is a type of cancer that affects people globally in different parts of the human body, leading to deaths of thousands of people every year worldwide. Intelligent diagnostic tools through automatic detection in medical images are extremely effective in aiding medical diagnosis. Computer-aided diagnosis (CAD) systems are of utmost importance for image-based pre-diagnosis, and the use of artificial intelligence–based tools for monitoring, detection, and segmentation of the pathological region are increasingly used in integrated smart solutions within smart city systems through cloud data processing with the use of edge computing. This study proposes a new approach capable of integrating into computational monitoring and medical diagnostic assistance systems called Health of Things Melanoma Detection System (HTMDS). The method presents a deep learning–based approach using the YOLOv8 network for melanoma detection in dermatoscopic images. The study proposes a workflow through communication between the mobile device, which extracts captured images from the dermatoscopic device and uploads them to the cloud API, and a new approach using deep learning and different fine-tuning models for melanoma detection and segmentation of the region of interest, along with the cloud communication structure and comparison with methods found in the state of the art, addressing local processing. The new approach achieved satisfactory results with over 98% accuracy for detection and over 99% accuracy for skin cancer segmentation, surpassing various state-of-the-art works in different methods, such as manual, semi-automatic, and automatic approaches. The new approach demonstrates effective results in the performance of different intelligent automatic models with real-time processing, which can be used in affiliated institutions or offices in smart cities for population use and medical diagnosis purposes.

“CONFESSIONS” BY J.-J. ROUSSEAU: TECHNIQUES OF AESTHETIC INFLUENCE AND STRATEGY OF READER’S RECEPTION

The study aims to explore the specific features of the modern reception of J.-J. Rousseau’s “Confessions”. The theoretical framework of the research is grounded on the ideas advanced by T. Avtuxovych, M.Czermińska, M.Głowiński, W.Iser, R. Jakobson, H.R.Jauss, P.Lejeune, Yu. Lotman, V.Tjupa, Zh. Starobinskiy and other scholars. The researchers describe the semiotic model of literary communication and the theory of the text by Yuri Lotman. The research was conducted using historic-functional, hermeneutic, receptive, and theoretical analysis methods. An attempt is made in this paper to show how the process of “decoding” the meanings intended by the author in the text takes place. In particular, the authors study how Rousseau’s “Confessions” functions in the structure of modern literary communication. The specific objectives of the present study are the meanings of “Confessions” are read by the contemporary recipient and which ones are relegated to the background compared to the literary communication of the eighteenth century. The common discourse code of the author and the reader is the key to successful communication and understanding of the specifics of the project of Rousseau’s life writing. At the same time, the success and specificity of artistic communication are influenced by the difference in discourse code meanings related to the time distance between the author and the recipient and the layering of new historical and cultural patterns in the reader’s consciousness. At the thematic level, three main themes are considered, including: a) the social origin of the autobiographical subject, b) his conflict with society, and c) the protagonist’s intimate self-disclosure. Thus, the article provides a detailed examination of the motif of the social origin of the autobiographical character. On the topic of the social origin of the character, instead of the plebeian’s right to public attention for the contemporary reader, the value of education and knowledge, freedom of speech and individual liberty are being actualised. Of particular note is the theme of the conflict between a character and society, the idea of the human right to otherness, the right to personal liberty and the right to choose the concept of one’s own life comes to the forefront. Thus, a literary text realises the social function of literature. The reading of the character’s self-disclosure by an attentive reader (from Rousseau’s contemporary to modern readers) has a twofold purpose: first, to encourage everyone to live the experience of the character and thus to think about themselves, and second, to reflect on society as a whole. It testifies to the fact that in the aspect of self-disclosure of the meaning of “Confessions”, the transformation of confession as an external form of a religious rite of repentance addressed to God into the narrative genre of confessional autobiography addressed to a human reader of the story is actualized. The study demonstrated a need for continuation of the study in the aspect of reader reception to contribute to the perception of its place in the contemporary literary and cultural space.

IMPLEMENTASI KEBIJAKAN PENGADAAN BARANG DAN JASA SECARA ELEKTRONIK PADA BAGIAN PENGADAAN BARANG DAN JASA SEKRETARIAT DAERAH KABUPATEN PARIGI MOUTONG

The objective of this study is to analyze the implementation of electronic goods and services procurement policies in the Procurement Division of the Regional Secretariat of Parigi Moutong Regency. This research is a qualitative study with a descriptive method. Data collection techniques were conducted through observation, interviews, and triangulation. The data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman method, which involves data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing and verification. The model used in this research is the one developed by Edward III, known as A Model of the Policy Implementation Process. This model identifies four variables that influence the relationship between policy and performance: communication, resources, disposition, and bureaucratic structure. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of electronic goods and services procurement in Parigi Moutong Regency has not been optimal. The communication aspect has been functioning well with coordination and socialization in place, but the aspects of resources, disposition, and bureaucratic structure are still suboptimal. The main obstacles are the limited number of human resources with IT expertise and inadequate infrastructure. Disposition is not yet optimal as many OPDs (Regional Government Organizations) still use manual methods, and the bureaucratic structure is not fully supportive due to the lack of clear technical guidelines or SOPs. Based on the research findings, it can be concluded that the implementation of electronic goods and services procurement in Parigi Moutong Regency has not been optimal. While the communication aspect is functioning well, the aspects of resources, disposition, and bureaucratic structure need improvement to achieve better performance.

Drugs are Nation’s Enemy: BNN Demanded to Implement P4GN Policy in Reducing Prevalence Rate

The government's efforts to reduce drug trafficking in Indonesia by establishing the National Narcotics Agency (BNN), a law that regulates narcotics and rehabilitation for victims of drug abuse. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach to investigate the implementation of the Prevention Policy for the Eradication of Abuse and Illicit Circulation (P4GN) policy by BNN Cirebon City. The research was conducted purposively, using information from the prevention division personnel and P4GN targets of school students. The results of this research can be analyzed using theory according to George C. Edward III in Saufi & Nim (2016) which explains that there are four supporting variables that affect the success of a policy, namely Communication, Resources, Disposition, and Bureaucratic Structure.

The implementation of parking policy in Cirebon City Kejaksan Square

Kejaksan Square has become a tourist attraction in Cirebon City since it was renovated in April 2021. However, the implementation of parking policies there still faces obstacles such as lack of public awareness, lack of commitment of officers in socializing parking rules, and lack of adequate parking infrastructure. This study aims to evaluate the implementation of parking implementation policies in the Cirebon City Kejaksan Square. Qualitative and descriptive research methods are used, by collecting data through observations, interviews, and documentation. Edwards III's theory of policy implementation is used as a theoretical framework. The results showed that communication, resources, disposition and bureaucratic structure affect the implementation of parking policies. Despite the obstacles, the active role of the Department of Transportation and the availability of adequate resources provided support for the success of the policy. The ultimate goal is to improve the quality of public facilities and infrastructure services that are environmentally friendly.

Personal branding strategies in online hashtag communities: the case of #AcademicTwitter

Several studies have explored the uses and benefits of social media hashtag communities in higher education… Yet, more research is needed to examine communication structures and strategies for personal branding in educational social media hashtag communities. In otherwords, to understand the dynamics, characteristics, and strategies for faculty, university staff, and graduate students need to brand themselves professionally in social media hashtag communities. This research aims to explore social network structures, dynamics, influencer characteristics, and personal branding strategies of the #AcademicTwitter online community. X (formerly known as Twitter) data on #AcademicTwitter from 2021 were retrieved and analysed using social network and quantitative content analysis. Our study found that most of the recurrent users in the community were scholars (faculty and researchers) predominantly from the STEM field. However, the most influential users were media/fan pages (a profile account created for different purposes such as sharing tips in academia, publishers, etc.) and other professionals (freelancers or university staff). Our research sheds light on the current practice of disclosing specific teaching and research interests or expertise in social media bio profiles for personal branding, especially among scholars. Unique communication contexts such as social media hashtag communities still bring challenges to the dissemination of information, relationship building, and personal branding strategies. Our results also provide recommendations for scholars (faculty and researchers), graduate students, university staff, and practitioners to improve communication practices and personal branding strategies on social media hashtag communities.

Implementasi Kebijakan Program Magang MSIB Batch 5 Dalam Meningkatkan Kemampuan Project Business Researcher di PT Indekstat Konsultan Indonesia

The Merdeka Learning Program at Kampus Merdeka is a flexible learning model in higher education designed to encourage innovative learning and adapt to student needs. One of them is an internship program at MSIB partner companies, which is an initiative of Kampus Merdeka to help students prepare for the world of work. PT Indekstat Konsultan Indonesia is one of the partners of this program, with the aim of improving the quality of soft skills and hard skills to be able to work culturally to meet the needs of the capabilities of researchers who are ready to work in the research and data science industry. This research uses a qualitative case study approach, including interviews, observation, documentation, and review of relevant literature. The theory employed is George C. Edward III with signs of successful implementation, which are: (1) communication, (2) resources, (3) disposition, and (4) bureaucratic structure. The results showed that PT Indekstat Konsultan Indonesia has not implemented the MSIB Batch 5 program policy optimally.

IMPLEMENTASI SISTEM INFORMASI PEMERINTAH DAERAH (SIPD) DALAM MEMFASILITASI KERUMAHTANGGAAN BIRO UMUM SEKRETARIAT DAERAH PROVINSI JAWA TIMUR

The Regional Government Information System (SIPD) is an e-government system with a program or network that is used to harmonize coordination between the central government and regional governments. The Regional Government Information System (SIPD) has been regulated in Minister of Home Affairs Regulation Number 70 of 2019 where the system is designed to be more responsive, adaptive, innovative, dynamic and accountable. SIPD was designed by the Ministry of Home Affairs to harmonize the flow of stages in structuring regional plan documents based on statutory regulations. The aim of this research is to determine the implementation of SIPD in facilitating housekeeping at the General Bureau of the Regional Secretariat of East Java Province. The research method used is a qualitative descriptive approach. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation, interviews, literature study and documentation. The findings in this research use the concept of policy implementation according to Edwards III by reviewing several aspects such as communication, resources, disposition and bureaucratic structure. In general, the implementation of SIPD has gone quite well and effectively. However, there are still several obstacles in its implementation which have not been carried out optimally. Some of these obstacles are a lack of time efficiency in carrying out tasks and a lack of information in solving problems due to a lack of socialization and information related to SIPD. Therefore, there needs to be clarity regarding support and coordination with other agencies so that the implementation process runs well. This is related to increasing the quantity of human resources to support effectiveness and time efficiency in completing tasks. Keywords: General Bureau; Implementation; SIPD

IMPLEMENTASI APLIKASI SUKMA SANTRI SEBAGAI WADAH DALAM UPAYA MENDUKUNG PENINGKATAN PENILAIAN KUALITAS PELAYANAN PUBLIK DI BAGIAN UMUM SEKRETARIAT DAERAH KABUPATEN JOMBANG

In this study the Implementation of the Sukma E-Santri Application in the General Section of the Regional Secretariat of Jombang Regency, that government cannot be separated from the quality of public services as an effort to evaluate the performance that has been provided, therefore this application is implemented which refers to the e-government system to make it easier to provide an assessment of the quality of government performance on services provided to the community and realize quality that is fast, effective, efficient and transparent. This research took place at the General Section Office of the Regional Secretariat of Jombang Regency. Data collection was carried out from the results of observations, the internet, interviews from the Head of the General Section TU Subdivision, employees and the public. The data obtained was then combined, processed and analyzed using qualitative methods. The method in this study refers to the George C Edward III implementation model. Assessment of the quality of public services with this application is a reference so that the services provided are getting better in the future and the community is expected to participate in its implementation. The results of the study state that the application of this application from the George C Edward III policy model from the aspects of communication, resources, disposition and bureaucratic structure has shown good results, it's just that there are some that need to be addressed from the quality of performance provided to the community, then the lack of socialization and assistance to the community so that there are some people who take it for granted, and the implementation of the Sukma E-Santri application has a positive influence on the quality of employee performance. Keywords: Implementation; Public Service; E-Government

Disciplinary Development of Police Members (Case Study on Members of the Bekasi Regency Metro Police Range Who Indicated Using Narcotics)

This research aims to explore disciplinary guidance and coaching for problematic police personnel, particularly within the Bekasi Regency Metro Police, to enhance professionalism aligned with organizational values. Employing qualitative evaluation, the study reveals the significance of professionalism in ensuring effective discipline among Indonesian National Police members, thus fostering adherence to regulations and disciplined policing. Utilizing Government Regulation Number 2 of 2003 as a disciplinary enforcement framework, the research integrates legal norms and disciplinary principles while highlighting the pivotal role of the provost within the police structure. In the context of Southeast Asia, the study underscores the inefficacy of handling problematic police personnel due to challenges in policy communication, resource allocation, disposition, and bureaucratic structure. Addressing limitations, the research focuses solely on police officers involved in narcotics cases, signaling broader structural challenges within the police force. Consequently, internal discipline development is crucial for enhancing police performance and bolstering public trust.

Optimizing Food Diversification through Learning from Successful Implementation in Indonesia

This study examines the implementation of food consumption diversification policies in Sidoarjo district, using George C. Edwards III's theory on communication and bureaucratic structure. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, the research utilizes primary data from field surveys and interviews, and secondary data from official sources. The findings show that 14 out of 18 sub-districts successfully implemented these policies, leading to improved and diverse food consumption patterns as measured by the Food Hope Pattern (PPH) score. Effective communication, adequate resources, strong commitment, and structured bureaucracy were key to this success. The study highlights the importance of these factors in enhancing food security and nutritional outcomes at the local level. Highlights: Effective Communication: Essential for policy success in 14 sub-districts. Resource Adequacy: Crucial human, financial, and facility resources. Structured Bureaucracy: Clear roles and processes enhance outcomes. Keywords: food diversification, food security, Sidoarjo, implementation, qualitative research

Implementasi Kebijakan Penyaluran Pupuk Bersubsidi Dalam Upaya Peningkatan Produksi Padi di Subak Kabupaten Bangli

The agricultural sector is an important sector in providing food and has a direct impact on the basic needs of the Indonesian people. The role of farmers and government is needed to increase the amount of rice production. Increasing the amount of rice production by farmers is carried out by continuing to plant rice and increasing the amount of rice production. Due to this, the government issued a policy of distributing subsidized fertilizer in an effort to help farmers increase rice production. Bangli Regency is a district that has land that has the potential to produce rice. In this regard, in efforts to implement the subsidized fertilizer distribution policy, the Department of Agriculture, Food Security and Fisheries of Bangli Regency has the task of assisting farmers in efforts to increase rice production. The purpose of this research is to find out how the Subsidized Fertilizer Distribution Policy is implemented in an effort to increase rice production in Subak, Bangli Regency, using qualitative methods and using research indicators proposed by George C. Edwards III (2009), namely communication, resources, disposition and bureaucratic structure. The results of this research show that communication, resources, disposition and bureaucratic structure are still not running optimally. Thus, the Department of Agriculture, Food Security and Fisheries of Bangli Regency needs to make improvements to each indicator. extension and improving the scheduling of extension and assistance to farmers.

IMPLEMENTASI KEBIJAKAN KOTA LAYAK ANAK DI KABUPATEN NGANJUK

This research aims to describe the implementation of the Child Friendly City Policy in Nganjuk Regency using Edward III's implementation theory with four variables which include communication, resources, disposition and bureaucratic structure. This research is descriptive research with a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation. The research results show that the communication variable with the sub-focus of transmission, clarity and consistency is not optimal because the communication carried out is still not comprehensive enough for agencies so there are agencies that are not aware of the policy. In the resource variable with the sub-focus of staff, information, authority and facilities, it shows that it has been maximized, proven by the existence of human resources who have the ability and knowledge related to the policy so that they can carry out their duties and there are regulatory guidelines and technical instructions as well as physical facilities that can support implementation. that policy. The disposition variable with the sub-focus of cognition, direction and response from implementers, and intensity of response has been carried out well as seen from employees who understand related policies and carry out various policy-supporting programs with full responsibility. The final variable, namely the bureaucratic structure, has not been implemented optimally because there is no clear bureaucratic structure.

ЭТИКА ПРОФЕССИОНАЛЬНОГО ОБЩЕНИЯ ВРАЧА-СТОМАТОЛОГА И ФОРМИРОВАНИЕ КОММУНИКАТИВНЫХ КОМПЕТЕНЦИЙ

The article discusses the formation of professional communication skills among dentists. Providing medical, especially dental, care is associated with a high level of emotional stress for patients. Fears and anxiety about medical interventions often hinder patients from seeking care, thereby reducing the overall dental health of the population. Psychological and emotional comfort during patient visits often plays a crucial role in choosing a healthcare provider and facility. Furthermore, strong communication skills significantly increase patient compliance and improve the quality of medical care provided. Based on literary data, the article examines the problematic aspects of communication between healthcare providers and patients and analyzes the structure of effective professional communication aimed at ensuring comfortable dental treatment.

Iconic image clusters: Significance, structure, and analysis

This paper explores the phenomenon of iconic image clusters and presents a method for analyzing them. It specifically focuses on compiling individual images into extensive image clusters, such as weblogs, photo series, or image galleries. The analytical interest in this topic is based on the assumption that the compilation and presentation of images are independent means of expression and presentation in visual media. Iconic image clusters can emphasize thematic aspects, highlight contrasts, create styles, or provide visual evidence. In other words, iconic image clusters reflect several communicative possibilities that arise from the technical reproducibility of images. Iconic image clusters belong to the subclass of contemporary hypertext / hyperimage phenomena in media theory and are manifestations of the human ability to generate meaning through relations of similarity and difference in communication theory. This article addresses how iconic image clusters can be analyzed validly. It discusses the communicative structure and functioning of such clusters and proposes a procedure for their analysis. The proposed method is illustrated with examples, including a photographic weblog.

Innovations in scientific communication: techniques for crafting distinctive textual content

The rapid globalization and integration of science-based information technologies have led to continuous transformation, significantly impacting socio-cultural processes. The presented concept of information space development focuses primarily on communication processes. This article aims to analyse the possibilities of technology in creating unique scientific communication within the modern information space. During the research, general methods such as generalization, comparison, systematization, abstraction, analysis, synthesis, and specification were employed. The study revealed the current stage of information society development and outlined trends in modern scientific communication models. The structure of scientific communication in the information space, which combines professional and personal components, is substantiated. The text focuses on identifying the characteristics and functionality of electronic publications within innovative technologies. It considers specific aspects of new and transformed existing variations of scientific communication in the context of digital optimization processes. The issue of the life cycle of electronic resources is also investigated. The article identifies vectors for improving scientific communication processes, focusing on quality information, digital and intercultural components of the communication process. It establishes that the optimization of scientific communication in the information space is necessary due to the specific requirements of forming a unique text based on the principles of honesty and originality.

Implementation of Vaccination Policy for Controlling Foot and Mouth Disease in Livestock in the Fisheries and Service Office

This research is motivated by the problem of effectiveness, efficiency and distribution of vaccines for Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in livestock in Bogor Regency. The purpose of this study is to analyze how the implementation of vaccination policies on livestock in Bogor Regency and what factors support and do not support the implementation of FMD vaccination. This research uses a qualitative descriptive research method using the model developed by George C. Edward III that policy implementation is influenced by 4 factors. Edward III that policy implementation is influenced by 4 (four) variables, namely communication, resources, disposition, and bureaucratic structure. The results showed that the implementation of FMD vaccination policy in Bogor District has been running well and successful in tackling FMD in livestock. The results include decreased FMD cases, improved livestock health and productivity. Communication, disposition, and bureaucratic structure variables are supporting factors for the successful implementation of FMD vaccination policy. Meanwhile, the resource dimension is a factor that does not support the implementation of FMD vaccination. This can be seen from the lack of staff (vaccination officers), inadequate vaccine storage (cool boxes), and lack of budget. Collaborative efforts with third parties (non-governmental organizations, private sector, universities) in terms of providing supporting facilities to ensure vaccine storage facilities meet the required standards and meet the availability of trained human resources.

Implementation of Public Service Policy through Online Media and Drive Thru at the Bogor City Population and Civil Registration Office

The implementation of public service policies through online media is a service to facilitate the public in managing population documents. With this service, people do not need to queue at the Bogor City Disdukcapil office. This service policy is a form of application of presidential regulation number 95 of 2018 concerning online-based government systems. The purpose of this study is to determine the process of implementing service policies through online drive thru media at Disdukcapil Bogor City and the impact resulting from this policy. This research uses qualitative methods. Data was collected by interviews, observation and documentation. The data is then analyzed by data reduction, data presentation and conclusions. The results showed that the process of implementing public service policies through online drive thru at the Bogor City Disdukcapil which was seen from the dimensions of communication, resources, disposition and bureaucratic structure had been carried out well. However, there are obstacles in the communication dimension, this is because there are still quite a lot of people who do not know and do not understand about the use of services through online drive thru media. On the other hand, this policy has had a positive impact. This can be seen from the fact that there are also many people who use services through online drive thru media. The implications of research on the implementation of public service policies through the online drive-thru media Disdukcapil Bogor City are theoretically good, but the resulting impact has not been maximized.

Implementasi Kebijakan Program Strategis Nasional pada PT. Waskita Karya

This research examines the implementation of PT's National Strategic Program. Waskita Karya specializes in the construction of the Depok-Antasari toll road. The purpose of this research is to find out and analyze how PT. Waskita Karya as the implementing agency for the construction of the Depok-Antasari toll road implements the policy, knows and analyzes the supporting and inhibiting factors for implementing the policy, as well as the efforts made to overcome the factors inhibiting implementation. This research was designed using 4 indicator dimensions, namely: communication, resources, disposition and bureaucratic structure. The method used is qualitative-descriptive which produces descriptive data in the form of speech or writing and behavior that can be observed from people or subjects. The techniques used to collect data are: observation, interviews, documents and audio-visual material by testing the validity of the data through the triangulation method based on sources, methods and theories. The informants in this research are: Secretary to the Minister of State-Owned Enterprises, Independent Commissioner of PT. Waskita Karya, Operational Director of PT. Waskita Karya, as well as Nur Afni and Novis Radhyan as community users of the Depok-Antasari toll road. Based on the results of this research, it can be concluded that the obstacle to implementing the National Strategic Program policy in the construction of the Depok-Antasari toll road is land acquisition, which apart from consuming a lot of budget, also wastes time. The problem of land acquisition specifically occurs because there is a lot of overlapping land ownership in the community, so they have to wait for a court decision to determine who actually owns the land rights. Researchers suggest that time space needs to be given to the Land Registration Agency (BPN) to disseminate information to the public about land ownership simultaneously so as not to waste time in implementing policies.

Implementasi Kebijakan Program Badan Usaha Milik Desa (BUMDES) di Desa Hulawa Kecamatan Paguyaman Kabupaten Boalemo

Based on the study, implementing the Village-Owned Enterprise Program (BUMDes) Policy in Hulawa Village, Paguyaman Sub-district, Boalemo regency, has followed Hulawa Village Regulation number 3 of 2017. These are viewed from the perspective of communication, resources, implementing attitude/disposition, and bureaucratic structure. In its implementation, several problems were still found, namely the lack of ability of policy implementers to carry out existing programs, lack of communication and ccordination between policy makers and policy implementers, and the absence of a clear and structured organizational structure. It can be concluded that the implementation of the Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDes) Program Policy in Hulawa Village, Paguyaman Sub-district, Boalemo Regency, has not been implemented optimally following existing regulations. Several things still need to be improved, such as aspects of communication, resources,implementing attitude/disposition, and bureaucratic structure.