Biota: Biologi dan Pendidikan Biologi

Assessment of the Quality and the Susceptibility Profile of fungi in Peanut Butter Hawked in Lafia Metropolis

2024-01-03T13:47:32+07:00

Peanuts are a high-nutritional food source containing unsaturated fats, high-quality protein, carbohydrates, minerals and vitamins. The aim of the study was to determine the mycological quality of peanut butter consumed in Lafia and determine the antifungal susceptibility profile of fungal isolates. Peanut butter samples were collected from Lafia markets from which fungi were isolated, and the In vitro antifungal susceptibility profile was determined. The highest fungal count was from Shinge market (28.0x10³cfu/g), and the lowest from the College Village market (3.0x10³cfu/g). Of the fourteen fungal species isolated, genus Aspergillus had four species followed by genera Fusarium with three species. A. flavus was obtained from all the markets while A. carbonarius, A. versicolor, A. parasiticus, Alternaria alternata, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Candida sp. and Trichophyton verrucossum were found in one market each. Antibiotics sensitivity test showed the highest inhibitory activity against F. graminearum and A. parasiticus from the Roundabout market (100% inhibition). Nystatin was the most effective antibiotic with inhibition of 1.87±0.23 cm against Alternaria alternata, and inhibiting all the isolates, while fluconazole was the least effective antibiotic tested. The study concludes that peanut butter consumed in Lafia has high concentrations of microorganisms making it unsafe for consumption.

Ayurveda and environmental network: Antimicrobial, pharmacological and ecological potential of Swietenia macrophylla Meliaceae (L.) Jacq.

2024-01-03T13:47:31+07:00

To encapsulate the research reports on Swietenia macrophylla compounds to explore their medicinal and ecological importance. The plants of Swietenia genus may be used to recover ecological aspects and importantly to develop drugs to cure many diseases. Many research articles reported through the work that S. macrophylla possesses antidiabetic, antioxidative and antihyperlipidemic activity, antimicrobial and pharmacology potential to ecological recovery property. Herbal drugs prepared from plant extracts have an enormous range of medicinal properties. S. macrophylla species ascertained to have a broad range of medicinal properties and ecological potential to reap up beneficial things. Swietenia macrophylla Meliaceae (L.) Jacq. have immune-modulatory, anticancer, anti-diabetic, antiviral, anti-hypertension and many other curative properties. S. macrophylla gorgeous in flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids, sugars and terpenoids and limonoids, is believed to have vast therapeutic potential. Mahogany can grow in perennial and seasonally dry areas and even flourish in various types of soils. Encapsulation of the research reports on Swietenia macrophylla compounds is essential to explore their medicinal and ecological importance. The plants of Swietenia genus may be used to recover ecological aspects and importantly to develop drugs to cure many diseases. However, more study is needed to categorize, describe and systematize the vital metabolites and plant extracts used in disease treatment. Abundance of limonoids and many other compounds in Swietenia genus brand this plant more noteworthy for in-depth molecular level studies to discover additional potential about its pharmacological, ecological and other possible possessions.

Exploring Students' Motivation in The Biology Class Using Differentiated Instruction Integrated with A Problem-Based Learning Model

2024-01-03T13:47:32+07:00

The purpose of this study was to explore senior high school students’ motivation in biology class using differentiated instruction integrated with the problem-based learning (PBL) model. The metabolism system was used as the topic in the learning process. Thirty 12th-grade senior high school students in East Lombok were employed as subjects. The data were collected in the posttest using a learning motivation questionnaire. It consists of six learning motivation indicators. Descriptive statistics analysis by determining the mean value and standard deviation using R Studio was used to analyze the data. The result showed students’ motivation in the biology class using differentiated instruction integrated with a PBL model was categorized as good. The findings of this study can be used as considerations of differentiated instruction integrated with PBL model implementation to enhance students' motivation based on different characteristics of students in the class.

Implementation Culturally Responsive Teaching Approach to Improve Student Learning Outcomes

2024-01-03T13:47:32+07:00

Learning using an approach that suits student characteristics will influence learning outcomes. Soan approach is needed that suits the students' abilities. One suitable approach is CRT (Culturally Responsive Teaching) by applying the PjBL (Project Based Learning) model which is relevant to students' lives, from characteristics to students' culture, which will greatly influence student learning outcomes, so an approach is needed that suits students' learning needs. relevant and contextual. The CRT approach is a learning approach that recognizes the importance of students' cultural references in all aspects of learning.This research aims to improve the learning outcomes of class XII IPA 1 students by applying the CRT approach. This research was carried out by conducting classroom action research which was divided into two cycles. Data was obtained from observation, pretest and posttest cycles 1 and 2. Data analysis techniques in this research used qualitative and quantitative analysis. The results of research using the application of PjBL integrated with the CRT approach in cycle 1 reached 75.00 and in cycle 2 it increased to 85.00. This shows that the application of the CRT approach in the learning process can improve the learning outcomes of class XII IPA 1 students on Biotechnology lesson

Bioremediation potential of tree-level plant vegetation UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta campus as an alternative solution to environmental problems towards a green campus.

2024-01-04T13:07:07+07:00

Environmental problems become actual and interesting issues to discuss. Environmental problems are not only in water, soil and living things but also include air pollution. One of the environmental solutions can use bioremediation, Educational Institutions can also participate in environmental solutions by becoming a green campus. The purpose of this study is to see the potential of bioremediation of tree-level plant vegetation UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta as an alternative solution to environmental problems towards a green campus. This research was conducted from July-October 2023, plant classification was carried out thoroughly in the campus area, then a meta-analysis was carried out for its potential as bioremediation and green campus potential. Based on the results of research at the UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta campus, there are 58 types of plants with a total of 670 plants with the most types of plants red shoots (Syzygium paniculatum Gaertn.) 12% and Ketapang kencana (Terminalia mantaly) 11%. Furthermore, the results of the meta-analysis found that the potential for vegetation bioremediation at UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta as phytoremediation where plants act as bioremediation agents, while the potential of UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta as a green campus based on the UI GreenMetric Guidelines 2022 Standards has met several criteria and indicators of green campus achievements, but to become a green campus requires the participation of various parties, both leaders and the academic community and students so that UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta can get the title of green campus.

Implementation of PBL Model to Improve Learning Outcomes Class X IPA 1 SMAN 2 Labuapi

2024-01-04T11:53:16+07:00

Improving learning outcomes can be achieved by implementing models that cater to students' learning needs and are integrated with contextual issues as part of the learning process. Problem Based Learning (PBL) is an effective model widely used to facilitate student-centered learning activities and promote problem-based learning. The implementation of PBL directs learning towards contextual issues and the relevant experiences of students, resulting in improved learning outcomes. This study aims to enhance student learning outcomes of class X IPA 1 through the implementation of the PBL model. It employs Classroom Action Research conducted in two cycles with stages including planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. Data was gathered through observation, pre-tests, and post-tests in both cycles. Data analysis techniques involved both qualitative and quantitative analyses. The results revealed an initial class average score of 70.00 in the first cycle, achieved through the implementation of the PBL model. The average class score further improved to 85.00 in the second cycle, obtained through reflective practices using the PBL model and discussion methods. This demonstrates that employing the PBL model alongside discussions enhances the learning outcomes of class X IPA 1 students in the topic of ecosystems.

Implementation Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) Approach to Improve Learning Outcomes of X IPA 2 SMAN 2 Labuapi

2024-01-04T12:01:39+07:00

Learning by using an approach that is in accordance with student characteristics will greatly affect student learning outcomes, so an approach that suits the learning needs and abilities of students is needed. One approach that can be used by considering the ability level of students is the TaRL (Teaching at the Right Level) Approach. TaRL is a learning approach that does not refer to the class level, but refers to the ability level of students. TaRL can be the answer to the problem of the ability gap that has been happening in the classroom. Teachers must know how the level of students' abilities so that they can provide appropriate learning based on these abilities. Thus, knowledge becomes easier for students to understand so that learning outcomes will improve. This study aims to improve the learning outcomes of students in class X IPA 2 by applying the TaRL approach. This research method is a class action research with the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. Data analysis techniques in this study used qualitative and quantitative analysis. The research results of the application of TaRL in cycle 1 reached 70.00, from the reflection data of cycle I, additional peer tutor treatment was given in cycle II, so that the results of cycle II increased to 85.00, this shows that the application of the TaRL approach in the learning process can improve the learning outcomes of students in class X IPA 2 on ecosystem material.

Utilization of Herbal Medicine and Boiled Water (Areca Catechu, Piper Betle and Garcinia Xanthochymus) To Accelerate Recovery During Early Puerperium

2024-01-05T12:41:44+07:00

Postnatal herbal medicine and boiled water are herbs are usually given to postpartum mothers to strengthen the body and speed up the recovery period of the uterus, speed up the cessation blood and healing perineal wounds. Method: Quasi Experimental research type Pretest-Posttest Nonequivalent Control Group Design. Held at PMB Nuripah Kubu Raya on 21-27 November 2023. Total sample was 34 respondents, the respondents were divided randomly into 2 groups, postpartum mothers in intervention group were given 1x1 multivitamin and postnatal healthy herbal medicine test ingredients at a dose of 1x1 suchet (25 grams) and Postpartum mothers in control group were given 1x1 multivitamin as a comparison, the research was carried out for 7 days. Results: The intervention group had an effect on changes in uterine involution based on anteroposterior diameter (p. 0.005), changes in uterine involution based on longitudinal length (p. 0.002), the amount of locheal discharge (p. 0.003), the smell of locheal discharge (p. 0.002), reducing the pain scale (p. 0.000) and perineal wound healing (0.003). Conclusion: Healthy postpartum herbal medicine and perineal wound fluid effective accelerating early puerperium period (uterine involution, lochea and perineal wounds) with the fastest start of action compared to the control group (multivitamin).