RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
Ideology and Partisanship in the Daily The Jakarta Post during Presidential Election of 2014
Nur Kholisoh, Dolok Carry Armstrong Nadeak
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 316-322 |
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The existence of the media and ideology is akin to two sides of a coin. This existence is characterized by interrelatedness and mutual influence. During the Presidential Election of 2019, partisanship became a prominent issue. The media was regarded as being partisan and supportive of the incumbent. Similar case was observed during the Presidential Election of 2014 where the author identified the partisanship of the daily the Jakarta Post toward one of the presidential candidates. This stance is reflected on the editorial of the Jakarta Post entitled Endorsing Jokowi. Through this editorial, the Jakarta Post established itself as the only daily that openly threw its support for one particular presidential candidate. The analysis of this research is based on the Critical Discourse Analysis developed primarily by Teun Van Dijk in order to identify the reasons and means employed by the Jakarta Post to demonstrate its partisanship. The choice of theme, outline, diction, vocabulary and sentences used in this editorial reflects the attempt to marginalize, trivialize and accost the other candidate. In addition, the editorial contributed in providing insight on the candidate and the unfolding event. The research also identified the ideology espoused by the Jakarta Post which included pluralism, human rights, civil society and Reformasi which influenced their stance toward partisanship in this daily. Two events that took place during the campaign, which include the bestowal of the title Islamic Commander in Chief and the proliferation of the use of memes as the form of people’s political expression are observed as the social context that spurred the publication of such editorial.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
Swot the Pest Analysis of the Company Bayer AG
Dr. Sc. Bojan Rosi
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 323-327 |
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The paper will outline the basic SWOT and PEST analysis features of the Bayer-AG company from Leverkusen. In this paper, we will present the strengths and opportunities, as well as the weaknesses and threats of the mentioned company. The Bayer AG demonstrates its strength through its strong business relationship and focus on research and development for product improvement. All human resources and financial flow management are well utilized. The paper also deals with the political and technological environment in which the company is located and how it affects the business strategy.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
Modulatory Effect of Zingiber Officinale Oil on Oxidative Stress and DNA Damage in Etoposide-Treated Rats
Sobhy Hassab El Nabi, Mohamed Elfiky, Asmaa Salman, Sawsan El-Shamy, Rania Ouda, Islam El-Garawani
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 328-335 |
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Etoposide (ETZ) is a standard drug used in treatment of several malignancies. However, it is associated with increased risk of spleen damage and secondary acute myeloid leukaemia. Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is an ancient safe remedy used in management of minor health issues due to being rich in active constituents. Therefore, we hypothesize that ginger oil can ameliorate ETZ-induced oxidative stress and DNA damage in spleen tissues and leukocytes. To achieve our aim, ginger oil (75&150 mg/kg b.w.) was administered three times to male albino rats an hour prior to ETZ oral administration (1mg/kg b.w.) for 3 weeks. Results showed that ETZ induced marked biochemical alterations in the oxidative status of spleen tissues. The elevated lipid peroxidation and nitric oxide levels were statistically countered. However, the glutathione, superoxide dismutase and catalase enzymes were reduced. Moreover, the DNA single strand breaks as evaluated by comet assay in blood leucocytes also showed significant changes. The administration of ginger oil caused significant improvement of oxidative stress status and DNA damage. In conclusion, our results suggest that ginger oil could be used as a herbal remedy for reducing ETZ-induced adverse effects in male albino rats.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
Comparative Analysis Performance Ratio of pt. Permata Bank, Tbk between 2017 And 2018
Viciwati
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 336-341 |
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This study aims to comparative analyze performance ratio of PT. Permata Bank Tbk. The method used in this study is paired t test. The result are Performance of PT Bank Permata Tbk are had 8 data increasing are Minimum Capital Requirement (KPMM), Problematic productive assets and non-productive assets of total productive assets and non-earning, Problematic productive assets against total earning assets, Non-Performing Loan (NPL) net, Return on Assets (ROA), Net Interest Margin (NIM), Return on Equity (ROE) and Loan to Deposit Ratio (LDR ). Ratio Performance of bank are had 3 data decreasing are Reserve for impairment losses (CKPN) of financial assets to earning assets, Non-Performing Loan (NPL) gross and Operational Expenses on Operating Income and (BOPO) but there are not difference significant between Performance Ratio of Bank Permata in 2018 and Performance Ratio of Bank Permata in 2017.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
Contribution to the Modeling of the Gradual Submersion of Phosphorus in the Hammam Bouhgrara Dam (Wilaya of Tlemcen, Algeria)
Khelifa A, Djelita B, Azlaoui M
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 342-346 |
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Incthe present study, carried out on the Hammam Boughrara dam (impounded in 1999), a number of phosphorus balance models were applied, namely, Vollenweider (1969), Dillon and Rigler (1975), Walker (1977), Reckhow (1977) and Ostrofsky (1978) models. In order to take into account, the rate of gradual submergence of flooded surfaces which is ordinarily characterized by an important increase in the trophic status as a result of endogenous inputs of phosphorus by leaching we have tried to adapt the Ostrofsky model (1978) to the reality of studied dam, by adding a new dimension. The obtained results show that the proposed model seems relevant.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
An Application of Multimedia for Basic Arabic Learning Using Fisher-Yates Shuffle Algorithm on Android Based
Wawan Gunawan, Herry Derajad Wijaya
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 347-355 |
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Indonesia is the largest Muslim country in the world followed by India in second place and Pakistan in third place [1], so that the majority of the population should understand the Arabic so that they will be able to read the Qur'an properly and correctly. The daily conversation learning process using Arabic we will use the android media application with the Multimedia Development Life Cycle (MDLC) research method and the Fisher-Yates Shuffle algorithm to perform a random process of problem training. At the stage of storyboarding using Belsamic Mockup tools, while collecting materials for images, sounds, text can be obtained free of charge or by ordering to other parties in accordance with the design made in the previous stage.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
Appendicitis in Pregnant Women, Place of laparoscopy: Retrospective Study of 15 Cases
Elloumi Habib, Ben Slima M, Lassoued I
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 356-361 |
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Introduction: Acute appendicitis is the surgical emergency that occurs most often in pregnant women with a prevalence of 0.05 to 0.1%. It is a clinical entity that gives in to diagnostic problems. The treatment of appendicitis in pregnant women is surgical. The use of the laparoscopic route depends mainly on the age of pregnancy, the location of the appendix and the presence of complications. The prognosis is maternal and fetal and the mortality varies from 0.5 to 1.5%. Material and Methods: This is a retrospective study of 15 cases treated in the general surgery department B of the Rabta hospital from 2011 to 2018. Results: This is a series of 15 patients whose average age was 27 years with extremes of 20 and 39 years. Among our patients, 2 had a caesarean section median, 2 had a right subcostal for cholecystectomy, and one patient had a umbilical hernia plate replacement. The age of pregnancy was in the 2nd trimester in 8 patients. The duration of evolution of the symptomatology was on average 2 days. Pain in the right iliac fossa was present in 8 patients. A fever was observed in 2 patients. Vomiting was noted in 6 patients. A biological inflammatory syndrome was present in 7 patients. Abdominal ultrasonography, performed in 10 patients, made it possible to retain the diagnosis in 6 patients. Tocolysis was performed in all cases. The appendectomy was performed laparoscopically in 9 patients. Seven of them had a term less than 20 SA. The least advanced pregnancy was 8 SA and the most advanced 24 SA. The Mac Burney pathway was performed in 5 patients and one patient was operated on by median laparotomy. The appendix was inflammatory in 2 patients, phlegmonous in 5 patients, gangrenous in 4 patients and perforated in 4 patients including an appendiceal abscess in 3 cases and peritonitis in one case. Drainage was performed in 4 patients. The postoperative courses were marked by a wall abscess in 3 patients, Premature delivery for one and a spontaneous abortion for one. Conclusion: Acute appendicitis in pregnant women is a diagnostic problem mainly in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters of pregnancy. The laparoscopic approach has been described at any age of pregnancy, but it is far from being considered a gold standard for appendicitis in pregnant women; studies are underway to assess the long-term course of children whose mothers have had laparoscopic appendectomy.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
Training of Interior Design Diploma Graduates in Kenya: Challenges and Opportunities
Gladys Kerubo Ontita, Dorcas Serem, Rael Maiyo Chepchumba
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 362-369 |
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This paper is premised on the findings of a study that sought to find out the challenges faced by Kenyan Interior Designers in relation to their Interior Design Diploma Programmes’ training. The thesis for this paper is that challenges are a reflection of relevant knowledge and skills resulting from having the relevant curriculum and training facilities. As such, acquisition of relevant knowledge and skills by the Kenyan Interior Designers, coupled with the right training facilities and curriculum, leads to minimized challenges thus competences of IDDGs. Consequently, the relevance of the Kenya Interior Design Diploma Programmes to the manpower needs of the industry is therefore enhanced. The study employed a descriptive survey research design and was conducted in Nairobi County, Kenya. 120 Kenyan Interior Design Diploma Graduates formed the study sample. Data was collected using questionnaires, interviews, and observation; analyzed using Statistical Packages for Social Sciences (SPSS version 25) and presented using frequencies. From the study, it was established that KIDDGs face challenges creating detailed drawings from the initial sketches, using CAD, using computer Software applications for 2D & 3D, less team work in construction projects in Kenya between architect and interior designers. Due to inadequate training, majority of KIDDGs cannot deliver given tasks effectively until after retraining. It was also noted that the KIDDGs were looked down upon by architects and other design practitioners during practice making it a challenge to negotiate their salaries. This paper thus calls on the government and the public technical institutions to work towards expanding their contribution of interior design to society through the exchange and development of knowledge and experience in education and practice.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
A Study to See The Efficacy of IGM Enriched IVIG in Reducing Mortality in Neonatal Sepsis
Dr. Sumita Pal, Dr. Shayeri Banerjee, Dr. Basudha Roy, Dr. Amrit Chattopadhyay, Dr. Tanmoy Mazumder, Dr Syamalkumar Bandyopadhyay, Dr. Gautam De
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 370-373 |
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Objective: To study the role of IgM enriched IVIg in reducing mortality in neonatal sepsis. Method: It is a prospective randomized study conducted in Special Newborn Care Unit(SNCU) of CNMCH, Kolkata over a period of two years (June 2016 – May 2018).Two groups of 248 newborn each (matched for gestational age, sex, weight and other variables) were randomly allocated to receive either antibiotics alone (control group) and antibiotics plus IgM enriched IVIg intravenously (5ml/kg/day) for 4 days(Immunotherapy Group). Result: Mortality from sepsis in control group was 88/248 (35.5%) of which death from culture proven sepsis was 70/182 (38.5%) and culture negative sepsis was 18/66 (27.3%).In immunotherapy group overall mortality was 40/248(16.1%) of which death from culture proven sepsis was 32/192 (16.7 %) and culture negative sepsis was 8/56(14.2%).Conclusion: We conclude that IgM enriched IVIg therapy in conjuction with antibiotic significantly reduces mortality in neontal sepsis,particularly in culture positive cases.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
The Organic Theory of Corporate Management and Its Applicability under the Nigerian Company Law
Udosen Jacob Idem
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 374-383 |
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One cannot hold a company directly liable for any criminal act until one identifies the very ego and center of the personality of the company. This paper is, therefore, concerned with the examination of the provisions made under our laws and the laws of other jurisdictions together with case laws for easy identification of those organs of the company which control the affairs of the company. The author adopted historical, expository, analytical and comparative methods in conducting this research. Part of the findings of this paper is that the de facto control of the management of the affairs of a company resides with the board of directors while de jure control is with the general meeting. The paper, recommends that Sections 246 and 255 of CAMA be amended to accommodate the right caliber of men on the board.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
Clustering of Earthquake Data Using Kohonen Self Organizing Maps (SOMs) Algorithm
Herry Derajad Wijaya, Saruni Dwiasnati
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 384-388 |
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An earthquake is the result of a sudden release of stored energy n the Earth’s crust that creates seismic waves. In term of the earthquake, this study aimed to cluster which areas were the most affected by earthquake occured in Java Province in 2017. The algorithm used in this study was Self Organizing Maps algorithm (SOMs) with Cohonen as a type of Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) that is trained using unsupervised learning in decision making. In addition, the clustering results through its algoritm are functioned as a base of determining the eartquake pattern criteria and which areas often occurred in order to be able to mitigate earthquake that causes fatal impacts.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
Demographic Constraints and Credit Access among Urban Women from Formal Banking Institutions in Anambra State
Dr. Ojiagu Nkechi Cordelia, Arinze Victor Chijioke
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 389-398 |
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An earthquake is the result of a sudden release of stored energy n the Earth’s crust that creates seismic waves. In term of the earthquake, this study aimed to cluster which areas were the most affected by earthquake occured in Java Province in 2017. The algorithm used in this study was Self Organizing Maps algorithm (SOMs) with Cohonen as a type of Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) that is trained using unsupervised learning in decision making. In addition, the clustering results through its algoritm are functioned as a base of determining the eartquake pattern criteria and which areas often occurred in order to be able to mitigate earthquake that causes fatal impacts.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2019
The Effect of Executive Character and Implementation of Good Corporate Governance to Tax Avoidance (Empirical Study on Companies Moving Consumer Goods Sector Industry Listed in Indonesian Stock Exchange in 2013-2017)
Siti Aisyah, Hari Setiyawati
Page no Sch Bull, 2019; 5(7): 399-405 |
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The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of executive character, the implementation of Good Corporate Governance principles to tax avoidance. This research is a quantitative research with a causal approach, using secondary data where multiple regression analysis method used for testing. Independent variables in this study are an executive character, as measured by the risk of the company, which will determine whether the executive character risk taker or risk averse. Principles of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) is proxied by an independent commissioner, institutional ownership and audit committee. Tax avoidance while the dependent variable was measured by Effective Tax Rate (ETR). The results showed that the character of executive branch significant effect on tax avoidance. While the independent commissioner, institutional ownership, and audit committee have no significant effect on tax avoidance.