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Sensing Islam, Engaging and Contesting the Senses in Muslim Religiosity,” which offers an innovative approach to studying Islamic religiosity by integrating sensory studies, ethnography, and media analysis to reveal how material culture and embodied experiences shape Islamic devotional practices beyond textual dimensions. Structured as four thematic essays, the book combines ethnographic observations of the Naqshbandi-Haqqani Sufi order with analyses of contemporary Muslim oratory in Scandinavian contexts. Stjernholm’s interdisciplinary methodology, grounded in sensory studies, explores how Muslims approach God through different prayer forms, engage with the Prophet Muhammad through devotional practices, relate to Islamic saints through hagiographies and pilgrimages, and utilize voice and listening in religious contexts. By foregrounding materiality and sensory engagement, Stjernholm successfully demonstrates how embodiment constitutes a central element of Muslim religiosity often overlooked in approaches that prioritize political or theological dimensions. The book makes a significant contribution by bridging traditional Islamic studies with research on Muslims in European minority settings, revealing how classical devotional practices continue to engage Muslims across contexts. Stjernholm’s work ultimately enhances our understanding of how sensory engagement shapes Islamic experiences and traditions, both historically and in contemporary practice.

The integration of science and religion in high schools is considered essential for shaping a generation with noble character and a critical understanding of scientific and religious claims. This research investigates the implementation of science-religion integration at MAN IC Tanah Laut and SMA Global Islamic Boarding School Barito Kuala, South Kalimantan—two schools that emphasize this integration as their hallmark. Employing a case study approach, data were collected through interviews with school principals, vice principals for academics, and teachers, as well as through classroom observations and document analysis. Data analysis was conducted through condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that both schools view the integration of science and religion as a positive initiative to broaden students’ perspectives and establish meaningful connections between the two domains, despite the absence of specific guidelines. The applied level of integration is discipline-based, employing shared and webbed models that emphasize collaboration among teachers from both fields. However, integrating science and religion poses significant challenges, particularly in areas where scientific findings may conflict with religious interpretations, leading to selective framing or oversimplification of complex topics. While the success of integration relies heavily on teachers’ understanding of both disciplines, it has the potential to enhance students’ argumentative abilities. This study underscores the importance of teacher development programs and the need for clear guidelines to achieve the intended goals of science-religion integration.

Studies in Islamic Traditions and Literature” by Roberto Tottoli offers a profound scholarly contribution to the study of Islamic traditions, presenting a meticulously researched collection of articles spanning nearly three decades (1990–2019). Organized into three thematic sections, the volume exemplifies rigorous philological and historical methodology while addressing previously underexplored aspects of Islamic religious thought. The first section provides an in-depth examination of sujūd (prostration) in Islamic tradition, analyzing its transformation from pre-Islamic Arabia to a fundamental religious practice with theological, political, and sectarian significance. The second section delves into hadith literature, showcasing the complex formation and function of prophetic traditions, particularly in shaping Islamic jurisprudence and religious identity. The third section explores qiṣaṣ al-anbiyā’ (prophetic stories), illustrating how Islamic narratives evolved in dialog with Jewish and Christian traditions while adapting to shifting theological and political contexts. By integrating philological precision with historical analysis, the author highlights the dynamic processes through which Islamic religious concepts were formed, transmitted, and reinterpreted. This volume makes a significant contribution to Islamic studies, providing valuable insights into the textual, ritual, and narrative dimensions of Islamic tradition while offering methodological frameworks for future research.

Benthic habitats in coastal areas are composed of diverse organisms and substrates such as seaweed, seagrass, algae, hard corals, dead corals, rock, and rubble. Understanding their distribution is essential for effective marine spatial planning and conservation. This study aimed to assess benthic habitat distribution around Tunda Island using Sentinel-2A satellite imagery and evaluate the classification accuracy. Field data were collected from March 5 to 7, 2024, using the photo transect method to identify key benthic classes. Image classification was performed using a Random Forest classifier, and accuracy was evaluated through a confusion matrix. The analysis identified four main benthic habitat classes: rock, rubble, seagrass, and hard coral. Habitat distribution generally followed a pattern across all stations—rock and rubble nearshore, transitioning to seagrass and hard coral further offshore. The areal coverage for each class was estimated as rock (31.89 ha), hard coral (31.29 ha), rubble (21.34 ha), and seagrass (11.99 ha). The classification achieved an overall accuracy of 69.86%, indicating that Sentinel-2A imagery combined with Random Forest classification holds promise for mapping benthic habitats in coastal environments like Tunda Island.

Coral reef ecosystems play a crucial role in marine biodiversity, providing habitat, food, and ecological stability. However, increasing anthropogenic pressures and environmental changes threaten their sustainability, necessitating research to inform conservation efforts. This study examines the biodiversity of coral reefs around Tunda Island, Banten Province, Indonesia, with a focus on the diversity of corals and reef fishes to support conservation efforts. Fieldwork was conducted in November 2019 across six stations using scuba diving. Data collection involved the belt transect method to assess coral community structures and the Underwater Visual Census method to evaluate reef fish populations. The study recorded 25 coral genera, with Porites being the most dominant. Omnivorous fish constituted the highest biomass, while herbivorous fish, particularly Caesio cuning, indicated significant fisheries potential. The station located farthest from the community and adjacent to seagrass and mangrove ecosystems exhibited the best overall ecological condition. The findings highlight the ecological significance of Tunda Island's coral reef ecosystem and underscore the importance of adjacent habitats in maintaining biodiversity. Conservation efforts should focus on protecting areas with high biodiversity and promoting sustainable fisheries management.

Indonesia's coral reefs are deteriorating because of human activities, making rehabilitation crucial. Sangiang Island, a designated conservation area, has experienced significant coral degradation, necessitating restoration efforts. This study aimed to analyze the growth and survival rates (SR) of transplanted corals and determined the optimal seedling size for transplantation to aid coral reef rehabilitation. The study was conducted over seven months, from August 2019 to February 2020, on Sangiang Island. The transplanted coral species included Acropora sp., Platygira sp., and Favites sp., which represent branching and massive coral forms. Coral growth was measured using underwater photography and analyzed using CPCe software. Acropora sp. showed the highest growth rate (2.47 cm/month), while Platygira sp. and Favites sp. had average growth rates of 0.36 cm/month and 0.44 cm/month, respectively. SR was 70.7% for Acropora sp., 59.1% for Platygira sp., and 88.2% for Favites sp. The optimal fragment size for Acropora sp. was 11–20 cm, whereas smaller fragments (<10 cm) showing higher mortality. Coral transplantation effectively supports reef rehabilitation with survival rates above 50%. However, environmental challenges, such as sedimentation, macroalgae competition, and predation, must be addressed to improve the success rates.

Tunda Island in Serang Regency, Banten Province, has rich marine ecosystems, including mangroves, seagrass beds, and coral reefs. However, increasing environmental pressures threaten coral reef health, necessitating an assessment of their current condition. This study aimed to evaluate the status of coral reefs in Tunda Island using a coral reef health index based on benthic and fish components. Data were collected at six sites using the Underwater Photo Transect (UPT) method for coral assessment and the Underwater Visual Census (UVC) method for reef fish. Coral cover, fleshy seaweed, and coral rubble were analyzed using the CPCe software, while fish biomass and abundance were calculated with standard fishery assessment methods. Results showed significant variations in coral cover, ranging from 2.74% to 50.12%. Fleshy seaweed cover was between 6.89% and 43.94%, whereas the coral rubble ranged from 1.44% to 37.22%. Reef fish biomass varied from 2.50 kg/ha to 85.31 kg/ha, with fish abundance between 80 and 840 individuals per hectare. The coral reef health index ranged from 1 to 4, indicating a low recovery potential due to highly fleshy seaweed and coral rubble. These findings highlight the urgent need for conservation measures to enhance coral reef resilience and recovery in Tunda Island.

The repercussions of Sufi thought on contemporary Qur'anic interpretation in Indonesia align with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by fostering values such as inclusivity, environmental stewardship, and social justice. Sufi-inspired interpretations often emphasize compassion, charity (zakat), and equitable resource distribution, which directly contribute to poverty reduction and social equity. Sufi teachings promote spiritual equality between men and women, which has influenced Qur'anic interpretations advocating for gender justice. Sufi thought emphasizes harmony with nature, reflecting the Qur'anic mandate to maintain ecological balance. Efforts to harmonize these perspectives remain crucial for maximizing the role of Islamic teachings in achieving sustainable development goals. Indonesia has become a dynamic arena for the struggle of religious thoughts. Among the most exciting aspects of this are the repercussions of Sufi thoughts in interpreting the Qur’an. In the cultural and historical context of the region, the connection between the Sufi view that emphasizes to develop inner spirituality and Qur’anic interpretation has been deeply rooted. Analyzing the data to identify patterns, correlations, or trends and from the findings concluding the overall repercussion of Sufi thoughts in contemporary Qur’anic interpretation to sustainable develop in Indonesia. Islam is the basis of Sufism and it accepts that all of creation has benefits and must be sustained, and glorify Allah. All creatures glorify Allah and this is considered to be the basis of truth. This study concludes that the repercussions of Sufi thoughts on interpretation to sustainably develop Indonesia can be classified as "moderate". The conclusion is based on the findings that several interpretations to sustainable development, especially social cohesion, are often adopted in the thoughts of prominent Sufi figures and used as a basis for interpreting Qur’anic verses.

The DNA polymerase derived from Thermus aquaticus is the most widely utilized among various DNA polymerases, indicating its significant economic importance. Consequently, efforts to achieve a substantial yield of Taq DNA polymerase (Taq-pol) are ongoing. The expression of recombinant protein using T7-induced promoters presents challenges in cost-effectiveness, primarily due to the reliance on traditional induction method. Our study aims to enhance cost-efficiency, and scalability of our method for overproducing Taq-pol, particularly in comparison to traditional IPTG-induced techniques, which remain underreported in the current literature. To achieve those purposes, this work integrated the use of (1) a high copy number vector; (2) an optimized chemically defined medium; and (3) optimized fermentation conditions in a 5 L bioreactor. A total of 83.5 mg/L of pure Taq-pol was successfully synthesized in its active form, leading to a 9.7-fold enhancement in protein yield. This was achieved by incorporating glucose, glycerol, and lactose into a defined medium at concentrations of 0.1, 0.6, and 1%, respectively, under specific production conditions in a 5 L bioreactor: 300 rpm, 2 vvm, and 10% inoculant. The data collectively suggest that the strategy serves as a significant foundation for the future advancement of large-scale production of Taq-pol.

In today’s social media landscape, internet celebrities, often regarded as "opinion leaders", play an essential role in marketing. This study investigates the influence of opinion leaders on social media platforms, with a particular focus on TikTok and Instagram. This study used a quantitative empirical approach through online and offline surveys. Based on the survey results, 327 respondents met the criteria. The findings demonstrated that key factors, such as perceived originality, perceived quality, perceived quantity, and humor, enhanced the persuasive power of influencers, making them role models for consumers. The central concept of this study, the personal fit theory, posits that an opinion leader's success in influencing purchasing behavior and engagement depends on how well their content aligns with their followers' personal interests. The empirical evidence supports this theory, showing a significant increase in purchase behavior when opinion leaders create a personal fit between their content and their followers' interests.

In today’s social media landscape, internet celebrities, often regarded as "opinion leaders", play an essential role in marketing. This study investigates the influence of opinion leaders on social media platforms, with a particular focus on TikTok and Instagram. This study used a quantitative empirical approach through online and offline surveys. Based on the survey results, 327 respondents met the criteria. The findings demonstrated that key factors, such as perceived originality, perceived quality, perceived quantity, and humor, enhanced the persuasive power of influencers, making them role models for consumers. The central concept of this study, the personal fit theory, posits that an opinion leader's success in influencing purchasing behavior and engagement depends on how well their content aligns with their followers' personal interests. The empirical evidence supports this theory, showing a significant increase in purchase behavior when opinion leaders create a personal fit between their content and their followers' interests.

Background: The primary focus includes identifying the types of information sources used, measuring the extent of e-journal usage, and assessing the contribution of the university's subscribed electronic journal databases to students' final research.Objective: This study aims to analyze the utilization of electronic journals by postgraduate students at UIN Sunan Ampel in writing their theses and dissertations.Methods: The research employs a descriptive quantitative method, using numerical data to describe and analyze the situation. The subjects of the study are theses and dissertations uploaded to the UIN Sunan Ampel repository from 2019 to 2022. Data were collected using documentation techniques and analyzed through citation analysis.Results: Findings reveal that while students use various information sources, electronic journals contribute about 15% of the total references. However, the utilization of e-journals from the university’s subscribed database is relatively low, representing less than 1% of the total articles used.Conclusion: Graduate students at UIN Sunan Ampel utilize various information sources for thesis and dissertation writing, but the use of electronic journals from the university’s subscribed database is very low (less than 1%), highlighting the need for collection evaluation and the development of information literacy programs to enhance access and optimal use of digital resources.

Stunting in toddlers (0-2 years) remains a significant public health problem in Indonesia. Adequate breastfeeding is essential for stunting prevention, yet many mothers struggle with insufficient milk production. Moringa oleifera, known locally as moringa, has traditionally been used to increase breast milk production. Moringa plants have the potential to overcome various kinds of malnutrition or malnutrition problems in toddlers, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. This study aims is to examines the effect of consuming Moringa leaf-based vegetable soup on milk production in breastfeeding mothers with stunted toddlers at Leggung Health Centre. A quasi-experimental design was employed with 40 breastfeeding mothers of stunted toddlers (0-2 years) - 20 in the treatment group (given Moringa soup) and 20 in the control group (no treatment). Pretest results showed that only 57% of mother in the treatment group had adequate milk production, which increased to 76% after consuming Moringa leaf vegetable soup. The Mann-Witney U test revealed a significant difference (p = 0.000). These findings suggest that Moringa leaf soup can enhance breast milk production in breastfeeding mothers and may indirectly support stunting prevention efforts.

Growth and aging are fundamental elements of human development. Aging is defined by a decrease in physiological activities and higher illness vulnerability. Affected by lifestyle, environmental, and hereditary elements, aging results in disorders including cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and neurological diseases, which accounted for 16.1 million worldwide deaths in 2019. Stress-induced cellular senescence, caused by DNA damage, can reduce tissue regeneration and repair, promoting aging. The root cause of many age-related disorders is inflammation, encouraged by the senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP). Aging’s metabolic changes and declining immune systems raise illness risk via promoting microbiome diversity. Stable, individual-specific skin and oral microbiomes are essential for both health and disease since dysbiosis is linked with periodontitis and eczema. Present from birth to death, the human microbiome, under the influence of diet and lifestyle, interacts symbiotically with the body. Poor dental health has been linked to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases since oral microorganisms and systemic diseases have important interactions. Emphasizing the importance of microbiome health across the lifetime, this study reviews the understanding of the microbiome’s role in aging-related diseases that can direct novel diagnosis and treatment approaches.

The aim of this study is to investigate the urgency of accelerated digitalisation of learning to enhance the pedagogical competence of pre-service Arabic teachers in the post-COVID-19 era. This study used a qualitative method, and the data were collected through observation, interview, and documentation. Furthermore, the collected data were analysed with an interactive approach developed by Miles, Huberman, and Saldana. The research results show the pre-service Arabic teachers have created lesson plans based on technology, pedagogy, and content knowledge (TPACK) to cover material aspects, methods, and learning media so well. In addition, pre-service Arabic teachers have implemented teaching practices using the TPACK framework, as shown in the application of information technology-based learning media, and carry out learning evaluations using online platforms such as Quizziz, Kahoot, and Google Form, which are presented in video form learning. The results of this study indicate that the acceleration of digitalisation of learning has an impact on increasing the pedagogic competence of pre-service Arabic teachers. Therefore, as an implication, digitising learning in the form of video learning practices can be used as a medium for learning observation in the preparation program for pre-service Arabic teachers post-Covid-19 Era.