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The skincare and cosmetics industry continues to grow as public awareness of self-care and beauty trends increases. However, the widespread use of single-use packaging in cosmetic products raises new issues in the context of environmental sustainability. This issue drives the importance of understanding how consumer perceptions of sustainability and other product attributes influence purchasing decisions. This study aims to analyze the effect of perceptions of packaging sustainability, environmental awareness, product price, and packaging design on purchasing decisions for Wardah cosmetic products. This study used a quantitative approach with a survey method of 111 respondents and analyzed using multiple linear regression. The results showed that packaging design and perceived packaging sustainability had a significant effect on purchasing decisions, with packaging design as the most dominant factor. In contrast, the variables of environmental concern and product price do not have a statistically significant effect. The model used explains 65.37% of the variation in consumer purchasing decisions. This study indicates that consumer decisions are more influenced by visual aspects and sustainability values that are explicitly communicated through packaging. This study supports the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) framework and provides a practical contribution for cosmetics manufacturers in designing sustainable packaging strategies.

This study aims to determine the Influence of Service Attributes, Power, Attraction and Excellence on Consumer Satisfaction at CV Eko Auto Service Workshop in Harjosari II Village, Medan Amplas District. In this study, the data collection technique used the random sampling method, the sample used was 65 respondents. All analyses in this study were assisted by the SPSS 25.0 program. The data analysis technique was carried out through classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression analysis, and hypothesis testing. Based on the t-test that has been carried out, the results obtained were that the Sig. value of the Service Attribute variable was obtained at 0.001 <0.05 and the t count value (2.716)> t table (1.670). So it can be concluded that the Service Attribute variable has a positive and significant effect on the Consumer Satisfaction variable. Furthermore, the Sig. value of the Attractiveness variable obtained was 0.004 <0.05 and the t count value (3.154)> t table (1.670). So it can be concluded that the Attractiveness variable has a significant effect on the Consumer Satisfaction variable. Furthermore, the Sig. value of the Excellence variable obtained is 0.000 <0.05 which has a significant effect on the Consumer Satisfaction variable. From these data, the calculated t value is (10.882)> t table (1.670). So it can be stated that the Excellence variable has a positive and significant effect on the Consumer Satisfaction variable.

This research was conducted in February-April 2025 at the Tebing Suban Tourism, Talang Ulu Village, East Curup, Selupu Rejang District, Rejang Lebong Regency. So the purpose of this study was to determine visitor satisfaction with the services of the Tebing Suban tourist attraction, Rejang Lebong Regency. The method used in this sampling was by Accidental Sampling, a sampling technique based on coincidence, namely anyone who accidentally meets the researcher can be used as a sample, if it is considered that the person who happened to be met is suitable as a data source. The data analysis method used is quantitative descriptive and data processing is carried out using the help of the SPSS (Statistical Program for Social Science) and Microsoft Excel applications which are presented in the form of tables and tabulations, then data measurements are carried out with visitor satisfaction tools, namely Importance Performance Analysis (IPA) and Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI). the results of the research that has been done, then several conclusions can be drawn, namely the results of the Importance Performance Analysis (IPA) based on the Cartesian diagram show that of the 20 service performance attributes of the Tebing Suban Tourism Object, there are 5 attributes that are considered very important and are the main priority in determining visitor satisfaction. Based on the calculation of the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI), the satisfaction index value is 79.36%. This value is obtained from the Weighted Score divided by the Likert Scale value range.

Customer satisfaction is a key factor in business success and sustainability, especially in the competitive café industry such as in Bogor. Xyz Coffee Cafe, with its unique nature concept and guaranteed coffee product quality, strives to understand and meet consumer expectations in order to maintain its position in the market.The aim of this study is to analyse consumer satisfaction at Xyz Coffee Cafe using the Importance-Performance Analysis (IPA) method.This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with quantitative analysis. Data was collected through questionnaires to 54 respondents who had visited Xyz B Coffee Cafe. The results of the analysis show that the cafe has a good performance in maintaining consumer interests in most attributes, with strategic recommendations to improve certain aspects to maintain and increase customer satisfaction.

The SIPINTER Online innovation in Tegal Harum Village is a form of digital service development aimed at improving public service efficiency and expanding service coverage. However, in its implementation, SIPINTER Online has not yet provided optimal benefits. This is due to the low number of community members in Tegal Harum Village who utilize the SIPINTER Online innovation. This study aims to identify the factors contributing to the low usage of SIPINTER Online in the village. The research employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. The analysis uses Rogers’ theory of innovation attributes, which includes relative advantage, compatibility, complexity, trialability, and observability. The findings show that the dissemination of information about SIPINTER Online is still lacking, resulting in limited public awareness. Moreover, hesitation in using technology and the community’s preference for conventional services are contributing factors to the low adoption rate. Therefore, SIPINTER Online has not yet delivered maximum benefits due to its limited reach. The recommendations include strengthening compatibility through sociocultural integration, reducing perceived complexity through education, increasing trialability through guided trials and direct outreach, and establishing feedback and continuous improvement mechanisms.

This article examines the exemplary life of Moses as the key to the success of teaching the word of God and its relevance for Christian Religious Education (PAK) teachers today. Moses is not only known as a prophet and leader of the Israelites, but also as a teacher with high integrity, who relies on God in every aspect of his ministry. Character values ​​such as gentleness, loyalty, dependence on God, and humility are the main attributes that make Moses a figure worthy of emulation. Using a descriptive qualitative method through literature study, this article highlights the importance of a teacher's spiritual life in supporting the effectiveness of teaching the Christian faith. PAK teachers are not enough to just master the cognitive and pedagogical aspects, but need to be living representatives of the teachings they convey. By emulating Moses, PAK teachers are expected to be able to build teaching that is not only informative, but also transformative and inspiring in forming a faithful and responsible generation.

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of substituting vinegar with pomegranate juice (PJ) on the physicochemical characteristics, sensory quality, and antioxidant activity of mayonnaise. The mayonnaise was formulated into five treatments with varying concentrations of vinegar and PJ. The analyzed parameters included pH, color (L*, a*, b*), viscosity, emulsion stability, and sensory attributes (taste, aroma, color, texture, and preference), while antioxidant activity was assessed in the best formulation. The results showed that increasing the PJ substitution significantly improved viscosity and emulsion stability, decreased lightness (L*), and enhanced the red hue (a*). The P4 formulation (containing 2.75% PJ) demonstrated the best overall performance, with high viscosity, excellent emulsion stability, and also receiving high sensory scores. Antioxidant analysis revealed that P4 had higher antioxidant activity compared to the control (P0). Therefore, PJ has the potential to serve as a natural alternative to vinegar in mayonnaise production while enhancing the product's stability and functional value.

This creation aims to design characters based on mythological figures from the origin story of the Batak tribe using the visual approach of the seinen manga art style. Batak mythology, which is rich in cultural values and ancestral narratives, is explored through a visual style that resonates with contemporary audiences. The seinen manga style is chosen due to its realistic, emotional, and thematically mature characteristics, making it appropriate for depicting traditional myths without diminishing the respect for cultural beliefs and values. The methods applied in this character design process include literature studies on Batak mythology, visual analysis of the seinen manga style, and concept exploration through stages of digital art creation. The main characters depicted are Debata Bataraguru, Debata Soripada, and Debata Mangalabulan, accompanied by traditional attributes that represent the cultural values of the Batak tribe.

The rising trend of halal lifestyle has significantly impacted various sectors, including tourism. Bandung has emerged as a promising halal tourism destination in Indonesia. This study investigates the influence of Islamic Attributes, Destination Image, and Tourist Experience on Tourist Satisfaction and Revisit Intention. A quantitative approach was employed using a survey method, with 195 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Data analysis was conducted using the PLS-SEM method via SmartPLS 3 software. The findings indicate that Islamic Attributes, Destination Image, and Tourist Experience positively and significantly affect Tourist Satisfaction. Moreover, Destination Image and Tourist Experience have a significant impact on Revisit Intention. However, Islamic Attributes do not directly or indirectly influence Revisit Intention through Tourist Satisfaction. These results offer valuable insights for tourism stakeholders in enhancing visitor satisfaction and encouraging return visits. Strengthening Islamic elements and aligning tourism services with Islamic values may increase Muslim tourists’ intention to revisit. This research contributes to the literature by exploring these relationships within the halal tourism context in Greater Bandung, a topic that has received limited academic attention. Future studies are encouraged to examine other destinations or include additional variables to broaden understanding of Muslim tourist behavior in halal tourism.

The demand for chocolate continues to increase along with high public consumption. One of the main components in chocolate formulation is fat, which generally comes from cocoa butter. However, the availability of cocoa butter is limited and the price is relatively high, so a more economical and easily obtained substitute material is needed locally to support the sustainability of the chocolate industry. This study aims to examine the potential of palm oil fractions, especially palm stearin and olein, as a partial substitute for cocoa butter (Cocoa Butter Substitute/CBS) in chocolate formulations. The study was conducted through a literature review of scientific journals published in the last 10 years, which included chemical, physical, and sensory analysis data on palm oil-based chocolate products. The results of the study showed that stearin increased the melting point and firmness of the product, while olein produced a softer texture and a smoother melting sensation. Sensorially, olein-based formulations showed a higher level of acceptance than stearin, especially in color, aroma, taste, and texture attributes. In addition, palm oil fractions do not produce trans fats, and are able to maintain the balance of solid and liquid fats, while supporting the stability of the product emulsion. This study shows that palm oil fractions, especially through the right combination of stearin and olein, have great potential as a substitute for cocoa butter without reducing physical or sensory quality, thus supporting the sustainability of chocolate production in the future.

The phrase “Emptying Himself,” by the apostle Paul addressed to the Lord Jesus in Philippians 2:7 can be interpreted in various ways. The phrase can be interpreted that when Jesus was born into the world he was like a human being in general, not divine. It can also be interpreted that Jesus was actually a human being in general who was born with a special mission like the prophets who lived in the Old Testament. The text research on “emptying oneself” is currently one of the important verses in Christian theology regarding Christology, because it describes the action of Jesus Christ who was willing to ‘empty himself’ or what is known as kenosis. The research on the text of Philippians 2:7 will be carried out by analyzing the Greek word kenosis using the literal interpretation method, namely looking for the meaning of the original language of writing, namely Greek. To support the literal interpretation, the researcher will also conduct a contextual, grammatical and historical interpretation study. The research on this text produces meanings including: Jesus gave up His divine attributes without losing the essence of His divinity, in order to become a limited human being and take on the form of a servant. This action not only shows the love and humility of Jesus, who is an example for Christians in everyday life, but also the understanding of the essence of Christ's theology.

Thyroid cancer is the most common endocrine malignancy, with a steadily increasing incidence rate. Although the overall survival rate is relatively high, the risk of recurrence after definitive treatment such as Radioactive Iodine (RAI) therapy remains a significant clinical challenge. Predicting recurrence risk is crucial for optimizing monitoring strategies and interventions. With advances in technology, machine learning (ML) approaches are increasingly utilized to support medical predictions, including the recurrence of thyroid cancer. This study aims to evaluate the performance of four classification algorithms—Logistic Regression, XGBClassifier, Random Forest Classifier, and Voting Classifier—in predicting thyroid cancer recurrence using the Thyroid Cancer Recurrence After RAI Therapy dataset, which consists of 383 patient records and 13 key clinical attributes. The evaluation was conducted using accuracy, precision, recall, F1-score, and area under the curve (AUC) metrics. The results show that the XGBClassifier is the best-performing model with an accuracy of 97.4% and an AUC of 0.95, demonstrating superior performance in handling the minority class. This research is expected to contribute to the development of more effective machine learning–based clinical decision support systems for predicting thyroid cancer recurrence after therapy.

This study aims to determine the level, attribute, and stimulus most considered by respondents in choosing expedition services. The method used is conjoint analysis by applying the conjoint analysis full-profile method to design the stimulus. The attributes and levels used are delivery type (ECO, REG, express, and same day), payment methods (cash and online transfers), service promotions (cost discounts and goods pick-up), and service responsiveness (responses to damage or loss of goods and responses to late delivery). The results of research conducted on 150 respondents showed that delivery type is the most preferred attribute with a value of 0,324. The levels with the largest part-worth of each attribute are REG (0.335), online transfers (0.210), cost discounts (0.270), and response to damage or loss of goods (0.250). The most popular stimulus is expedition services with standard shipping (REG), online transfers, cost discounts, and responses to damage or loss of goods.

This study examines the representation of the power of women's masculinity in the novel Women Who Wait in the Aisle to the Sea by Dian Purnomo. The research problem focuses on how forms of masculinity power are displayed through female protagonists and how these characteristics reflect the configuration of masculinity according to Raewyn W. Connell's theory. This research aims to uncover how female characters build power, resistance, and independence through masculine attributes in the context of oppressive social structures. The method used is qualitative descriptive with reading and recording techniques as well as content analysis of novel texts. The results of the study show that Shalom figures represent the power of masculinity through courage, social dominance, mental toughness, rhetorical leadership, and physical endurance. These findings prove that women in literary narratives are able to internalize masculine attributes as a resistance strategy against social injustice. The conclusion of this study is that women's forms of masculinity power not only challenge conventional gender stereotypes, but also expand the understanding of women's roles in social structures through powerful and empowered literary representations.

This research examines the impact of leadership style and communication on staff performance within an energy sector organization in Madura. The primary problem addressed is the need to understand how different leadership attributes and communication effectiveness impact employee productivity and satisfaction. In today’s competitive business environment, effective leadership and communication are essential for achieving organizational goals and fostering a motivated workforce. The objective of the study is to identify key indicators of leadership and communication that contribute to enhanced employee performance, thereby providing actionable insights for organizational improvement. A quantitative survey method was employed, utilizing a structured questionnaire with Likert scale items to gather data from 50 employees. This approach allowed for the collection of measurable data regarding employee perceptions of their leaders' styles and communication effectiveness. The analysis revealed that communication skills and the ability to control subordinates were rated highest by respondents, indicating satisfaction in these areas. However, lower ratings for motivational ability and emotional control suggest areas for improvement, highlighting the need for leaders to develop these critical skills further. The findings support the hypothesis that effective leadership and communication are critical for fostering a productive work environment, with significant implications for organizational success. The study concludes that organizations should prioritize leadership development and communication training to enhance employee engagement and performance. Limitations include the focus on a single industry, suggesting the need for further research across diverse sectors to validate these findings and explore their long-term impact on organizational outcomes. Future studies could also investigate the interplay between leadership styles and employee performance over time, providing deeper insights into effective management practices.

Dumplings are many people's favorite food made from  flour with filling inside. Research conducted on chicken dumplings used bones as dumpling filling. Bones were not very well known in the culinary, with this research it is hoped that it will increase the selling value of  bones as well as increase the variety of dumpling menus. This research aims to determine the level of panelists' preferences based on five quality attributes, for appearance, color, texture, flavour and taste. Apart from that, it is also to find out recipe standards, business analysis, and the shelf life of dumplings. The method used was research and development with five expert panelists from lecturers and 20  panelists from students and consumers of Kedai Rest Area 12. The results of the organoleptic test assessment on average, stated that they liked it very much: appearance 72%, color 84%, texture 92%, flavour 88%, and taste 92%. The standard recipe was: 1kg chicken breast, 500g  bones, 150g eggs, 10g garlic, 25g sago flour, 15g salt, 5g sugar, 5g pepper, 10g mushroom stock, 10g oyster sauce, 10g sesame oil , 5g soy sauce, 50pcs wonton skin, and 10g flavoring. Fried bone chicken dumplings can be stored at room temperature (20-25°C) for one day, but before frying stored in the freezer at (-17)°C can last for more than one week. Calculation results the basic price/pax (50pcs) is IDR 71,000, while the selling price is IDR. 120,000. BEP will be achieved after selling 45 pax, margin targets of IDR. 5,000,000 then must sell 149 pax/month. Suggestions for future researchers are to create various sauces to complement fried dumplings.

The research has the aim of evaluating customer satisfaction with the aim of identifying service areas that must be improved and maintained. The Importance Performance Analysis (IPA) method is applied to compare the level of importance (expectations) with the performance of services provided by Cafe XYZ to customers. The results of this study were analysed and visualised in a Cartesian diagram, where there are 9 customer service attributes that are considered important, spread across two quadrants: 5 attributes are in quadrant A and 4 attributes are in quadrant. Evaluation of customer satisfaction with Cafe XYZ services is measured by the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) method. The results showed that most consumers were satisfied with the services provided. Nevertheless, the company needs to continue to improve its service performance to achieve an optimal level of customer satisfaction.

Clinical skills are essential competencies that serve as foundational provisions in medical education, particularly in shaping students’ readiness for professional practice. Two important psychological and behavioral attributes that influence the development of clinical skills are self-efficacy and self-directed learning readiness (SDLR). Self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their own ability to execute behaviors necessary to produce specific performance attainments, emphasizing the role of self-confidence in clinical tasks. Meanwhile, SDLR reflects a student's willingness and preparedness to take responsibility for their own learning, which is critical in the context of self-regulated and lifelong learning in medical education. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between self-efficacy and SDLR on the clinical skill competencies of first-year medical students at the Faculty of Medicine, Muhammadiyah University Semarang (UNIMUS). A quantitative, observational analytic study was conducted using a cross-sectional approach. The instruments used were the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES) and Self-Directed Learning Readiness Scale (SDLRS). The study involved 120 first-year medical students, selected through total sampling. Data were analyzed using the Spearman correlation test. The results indicated a significant positive relationship between self-efficacy and clinical skills (p = 0.005; r = 0.254), and between SDLR and clinical skills (p = 0.009; r = 0.238). Although the correlation strength was weak, the direction was positive, suggesting that higher levels of self-efficacy and SDLR are associated with better clinical skills performance. These findings highlight the importance of fostering psychological readiness and self-directed learning habits among medical students to support the development of essential clinical competencies.

Aspect-based sentiment Analysis (ABSA) is vital in capturing customer opinions on specific e-commerce products and service attributes. This study proposes a hybrid deep learning model integrating Bi-Directional Gated Recurrent Units (BiGRU) and Bi-Directional Attention Flow (BiDAF) to perform aspect-level sentiment classification. BiGRU captures sequential dependencies, while BiDAF enhances attention by focusing on sentiment-relevant segments. The model is trained on an Amazon review dataset with preprocessing steps, including emoji handling, slang normalization, and lemmatization. It achieves a peak training accuracy of 99.78% at epoch 138 with early stopping. The model delivers a strong performance on the Amazon test set across four key aspects: price, quality, service, and delivery, with F1 scores ranging from 0.90 to 0.92. The model was also evaluated on the SemEval 2014 ABSA dataset to assess generalizability. Results on the restaurant domain achieved an F1-score of 88.78% and 83.66% on the laptop domain, outperforming several state-of-the-art baselines. These findings confirm the effectiveness of the BiGRU-BiDAF architecture in modeling aspect-specific sentiment across diverse domains.

This study examines the education of Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaah theology, focusing on its concept, classification, and implementation in Muslim life. Using a literature review method, this research explores primary Islamic sources, such as classical theological books, along with modern academic references that explain the 20 Attributes (Sifat 20) in Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaah doctrine. The analysis is conducted descriptively and critically to understand how this theology is taught and applied in various aspects of life. The findings reveal that theological education plays a crucial role in shaping Muslim beliefs and character while maintaining relevance in the Islamic education system. This study also recommends more effective teaching strategies for comprehending and internalizing Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaah theology.