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In the last few decades, entrepreneurship has become one of the main pillars of economic development, especially in developing countries like Indonesia. Makassar City, as one of the economic centers in Eastern Indonesia, has an important role in encouraging the growth of the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector. One of the efforts made by the government and various institutions is to develop a Business Incubator Program, which aims to accelerate the growth of entrepreneurs through educational support, training and guidance. In Makassar District, Bara-Baraya Timur Village, the development of local entrepreneurs is increasingly being paid attention to. Business incubators in this area offer programs to help local entrepreneurs develop business skills, increase access to capital, and open wider networks. Although business incubators have proven successful in various countries, their application in each region can certainly produce different results, depending on the characteristics of the economic and social environment. In Bara-Baraya Timur Subdistrict, there are several challenges faced by one of the local entrepreneurs who were interviewed by researchers, such as a lack of management skills, as well as increasingly fierce competition. Therefore, the researcher decided to research more deeply into "The influence of business incubators on the entrepreneurial economy in Makassar City, Bara-Baraya Timur Subdistrict".      

  This study aims to analyze the role of business incubators in State Vocational High Schools (SMKN) in building student business start-ups in Mojokerto Regency. Business incubators in SMKN have great potential to encourage the development of students' entrepreneurial skills through training, mentoring, and access to business resources. The research approach used is qualitative with a case study method, involving the principal, incubator manager, entrepreneurship teacher, and students as research subjects. Data collection techniques were carried out through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that business incubators in SMKN act as the main facilitators in improving students' skills and motivation to start a business. Supporting factors for the success of the program include school support, cooperation with the business world, and adequate facilities. However, several challenges were also identified, such as limited funds, human resources, and low student participation. However, the existence of business incubators has had a positive impact on students' readiness to establish start-ups, as seen from the success of several students in developing independent businesses. This study concludes that optimizing business incubator programs requires increased financial support, strengthening partnerships with the industrial world, and integrating practice-based entrepreneurship curriculum. The recommendations of this study are expected to be a reference for SMKN managers and other stakeholders to improve the effectiveness of business incubator programs in producing a competent generation of young entrepreneurs.    

The study was conducted from January 2021 to March 2022. The study included samples of female patients arriving at some private laboratories in Samarra. The study included (50) serum samples from women arriving at health centers. The study groups were divided into two groups of women, the first group included (35) serum samples from pregnant women who suffered from previous miscarriages, and the second group was the control group, which included 15 samples from healthy women. Blood samples were collected in a volume of (5) ml in clean dry tubes and placed in an incubator at 37°C for (5) minutes, then the coagulated fraction was separated from the clear solution using a centrifuge at a speed of (2000 cycle/min) for (15) minutes. The clear solution represents the blood serum that was drawn using a micropipette, which was divided into (7) parts using plastic tubes, then the samples were kept at a temperature of 20 °C until the required tests were performed on them. Concentrations of thyroid hormon, (T3), (T4) and (TSH), were measured by used the equipment of all test.

Solo Technopark is a strategic technology and business center located in the city of Solo, Central Java, playing a crucial role in driving the development of technology-based businesses in the region. Within it, there is a division that specializes in comprehensive understanding of business needs and the selection of incubation methods suitable for SMEs and startups, known as SSIPO (SMEs and Startup Incubator Project). This research aims to determine the role of SSIPO in enhancing the competitiveness of businesses in Solo Technopark. The study employs a qualitative descriptive method, gathering data through field observations, interviews with relevant sources, and documentation. The researcher utilizes primary data sources from observations and interviews, as well as references from books, journals, and the UPTD Solo Technopark website. Data analysis technique is adapted using descriptive-narrative methods. The research findings reveal that SSIPO's role involves effective collaboration and innovation-based facilitation for SMEs and startups, initiating three programs specifically designed for these entities.