Jurnal Saintifik (Multi Science Journal)

QUALITY CHARACTERISTICS OF DRY NOODLES MADE WITH MOCAF AND BANANA FLOUR (Musa sp)

2026-06-06T16:30:34+00:00

This study aimed to analyze the effect of the mocaf and banana flour ratio in making dry noodles. The study used a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with variations in mocaf and banana flour compositions (80:0, 60:20, 40:40, 20:60, and 0:80). The dry noodles were analyzed for yield, elasticity, moisture content, fat content, fiber content, and organoleptic tests (color, taste, texture, and overall acceptability). The results showed that the treatment with 60% mocaf and 20% banana flour produced dry noodles with the best characteristics, with a moisture content of 10.25%, a fat content of 16.90%, and a fiber content of 10.15%, and the highest panelist preference rating. The business analysis yielded a R/C ratio of 1.3, indicating a profitable business.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS IN ASSESSING FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE BASED ON FINANCIAL RATIOS (Case Study of PT Kalbe Farma Tbk, listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, 2020-2024)

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana kinerja keuangan perusahaan pada PT. Kalbe Farma Tbk. Periode tahun 2020 sampai dengan 2024 dengan menggunakan rasio keuangan dan untuk mengetahui kinerja PT. Kalbe Farma Tbk dibandingkan dengan standar rata-rata industri perusahaan. Objek dalam penelitian ini yaitu perusahaan yang bergerak dibidang farmasi dengan subjek yang berkaitan dengan laporan keuangan yaitu laporan laba rugi dan laporan posisi keuangan. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu deskriptif kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian ini pada likuiditas yang berada diatas standar rata-rata industri yaitu Current Ratio dan Cash Ratio sedangkan Cash Turnover berada dibawah standar rata-rata industri. Rasio Solvabilitas Debt to Asset Ratio dan Debt to Equity Ratio berada dibawah standar rata-rata industri. Rasio Aktivitas Total Assets Turnover, Working Capital Turnover dan Fixed Assets Turnover berada dibawah standar rata-rata industri. Rasio Profitabilitas yang berada diatas standar rata-rata industri yaitu Gross Profit Magrin sedangkan Net Profit Margin, Return on Total Asset dan Return on Equity berada dibawah standar rata-rata industri.

THE POTENTIAL OF PANDAN LAUT FRUIT (Pandanus odorifer) AS A SUBSTRATE IN THE PRODUCTION OF NATA DE PANDANUS

2026-06-06T16:30:34+00:00

Buah pandan laut (Pandanus odorifer) merupakan sumber daya lokal pesisir yang kaya akan karbohidrat, serat, dan senyawa bioaktif, namun pemanfaatannya masih terbatas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh variasi konsentrasi sukrosa terhadap sifat fisik, kimia, sensoris, dan kelayakan usaha produk nata de pandanus. Penelitian menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) satu faktor dengan lima taraf konsentrasi sukrosa, yaitu 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, dan 50%, masing-masing diulang sebanyak tiga kali. Parameter yang diamati meliputi rendemen, tebal pelikel, berat pelikel, tekstur, kadar serat, tingkat kesukaan panelis, serta analisis kelayakan usaha. Data dianalisis menggunakan ANOVA dan dilanjutkan dengan uji DMRT pada taraf 5%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa konsentrasi sukrosa berpengaruh nyata terhadap rendemen (36,63% - 57,57%), tebal pelikel (5,00mm – 10,00mm), berat pelikel (220,00g – 340,00g), tekstur (10,43gf- 32,13gf), dan kadar serat (2,24% - 3,38%) nata de pandanus. Perlakuan terbaik diperoleh pada penambahan sukrosa 40 g yang menghasilkan rendemen dan berat pelikel tertinggi dengan karakteristik fisik dan sensoris yang disukai panelis. Analisis usaha menunjukkan nilai R/C ratio sebesar 1,55 yang berarti bahwa usaha pengolahan nata de pandanus layak dan menguntungkan untuk dikembangkan.

EFFECT OF OIL PALM MUSHROOM (Volvariella volvaceae) SUBSTITUTION ON PROTEIN CONTENT, TEXTURE, AND ORGANOLEPTIC PROPERTIES OF CHICKEN NUGGETS

2026-06-06T16:30:35+00:00

This study aims to analyze the effect of oil palm mushroom (Volvariella volvaceae) substitution on protein content, texture, and organoleptic properties of chicken nuggets. The study used a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with one factor, namely the ratio of chicken meat to oil palm mushroom consisting of 5 treatments (K1: 400g:0g; K2: 320g:80g; K3: 280g:120g; K4: 240g:160g; K5: 200g:200g). The results showed that oil palm mushroom substitution significantly affected (p<0.05) protein content, texture, and organoleptic properties of chicken nuggets. Protein content ranged from 15.19% to 18.14%, texture values ranged from 172.12 g/mm² to 380.17 g/mm². All treatments met the SNI 01-6683-2002 standard for minimum protein content of chicken nuggets (12%). Higher substitution of oil palm mushroom decreased protein content, texture hardness, and panelist preference for color, taste, and texture of chicken nuggets

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PSYCHOLOGICAL COPING SKILLS AND FEAR OF FAILURE IN SENIOR MALE FUTSAL ATHLETES

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Futsal athletes often experience difficulties in dealing with pressure, so that athletes cannot show their best performance, such as pressure from the audience, from coaches and various other things. However, in this case, excessive pressure can cause anxiety or fear in athletes, this shows that the psychological readiness of athletes is an important factor to support athlete performance in competitions, especially in futsal sports that require coping skills to face pressure and the possibility of failure. This study aims to examine the relationship between Psychological coping skills and Fear of failure in senior futsal athletes. This study uses a descriptive method with a quantitative approach and then uses the ACSI-28 and PFAI instruments which are given once to the sample after the data is collected. Data analysis is carried out using a correlation test through the SPSS software application. The results show a correlation coefficient value of 0.611 with a significance value of 0.0001 (p <0.05), which indicates that there is a significant negative relationship between psychological coping skills and fear of failure in senior male futsal athletes with a strong relationship category. Thus, it can be concluded that the better the psychological coping skills possessed by athletes, the lower the level of fear of failure felt. Future research is recommended to use a longitudinal design to test causality and involve a more diverse group of subjects. Furthermore, coaches and trainers are advised to integrate psychological coping skills training, such as goal setting, anxiety management, and self-confidence building, into training programs to reduce fear of failure in athletes

THE EFFECT OF ALANG-ALANG (Imperata cylindrica) RHIZOME EXTRACT AS A BIOHERBICIDE FOR CONTROLLING Synedrella nodiflora WEEDS

2026-06-06T16:30:35+00:00

Weeds are one of the major limiting factors in crop production because they compete with cultivated plants for water, light, nutrients, and growing space. Excessive use of chemical herbicides may lead to weed resistance and adverse environmental impacts, highlighting the need for more environmentally friendly weed control alternatives. This study was based on the theory of allelopathy, which explains the ability of allelochemical compounds to inhibit the growth of other plants. The objective of this research was to evaluate the potential of cogongrass rhizome (Imperata cylindrica) extract as a bioherbicide against Synedrella nodiflora. The experiment employed five extract concentrations, namely 0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, and 40%, applied repeatedly through foliar spraying. Data were collected by observing plant height, leaf number, leaf discoloration, and overall visual appearance of the weed. The results showed that increasing extract concentrations led to greater symptoms of chlorosis, necrosis, and wilting. The 40% concentration treatment produced the highest level of weed damage compared to the other treatments. Therefore, cogongrass rhizome extract has the potential to be used as an effective and sustainable natural bioherbicide for controlling Synedrella nodiflora.

Blended and guided discovery learning strategy correlates with students’ academic performance in Unity Secondary Schools, South East, Nigeria

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Blended and guided discovery learning directs students towards discovery of new skills, knowledge and concepts. This learning process encourages students to think and analyse independently, so that they can identify concepts based on the material or data that has been provided. This makes diversity in teaching and learning approaches contribute to improved comprehension and retention of information. The purpose of this study is to determine the extent of the relationship between blended and guided discovery learning strategies and students’ academic performance in public secondary schools in South East, Nigeria. Quantitative research approach was used with a focus on correlational design. A population of 934 senior secondary two students in South East, Nigeria. A sample size of 280 senior secondary school students. Blended and Guided Discovery Learning Strategies Questionnaire (BGDLSQ) and Students Academic Performance Questionnaire (SAPQ) were used for data collection. Data collected from the field were analysed using the Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient to answer the research questions, while regression (ANOVA) was used to test the formulated null hypotheses at a 0.05 level of significance. The study concluded that the blended learning strategy significantly relates to a very great extent to students’ academic performance in Unity Secondary Schools in Southeast Nigeria. The coefficient of determination of 0.781 indicates that 78.1% of the variance observed in the students’ academic performance in Unity secondary schools in Southeast could be attributed to the blended learning strategy. When adopted in secondary schools, a blended learning strategy is likely to enhance students’ academic performance.

An Assessment of Fuel Subsidy Removal and Its Effects on Inflation, Fiscal Capacity, and Household Welfare in Nigeria (2023–2025)

2026-06-06T17:15:44+00:00

The removal of fuel subsidies in Nigeria in May 2023 marked a major fiscal and economic policy shift under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration, generating widespread debate over its implications for inflation, fiscal sustainability, and household welfare. Although the reform was introduced to reduce government expenditure and improve the allocation of public revenue, concerns emerged about its socio-economic consequences, particularly for vulnerable populations. This research examines the effects of the removal of fuel subsidies on inflation, fiscal capacity, household welfare, and public perception in Nigeria between 2023 and 2025. The research adopts a conceptual and analytical research design, integrating secondary data obtained from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), academic literature, policy reports, and media publications. The findings reveal that removing fuel subsidies significantly increased government fiscal capacity through higher FAAC allocations and expanded public revenue. However, the reform simultaneously intensified inflationary pressures, particularly in transportation, food, and energy sectors, leading to severe increases in the cost of living. The research further found that low-income households, informal workers, women, and rural populations experienced the greatest welfare losses due to declining purchasing power and inadequate social protection measures. Additionally, public dissatisfaction was heightened by the abrupt implementation of policies and ineffective palliative interventions. The research concludes that while removing fuel subsidies may enhance long-term fiscal sustainability, its success depends on effective social protection, transparent governance, and inclusive implementation strategies. The research contributes to existing literature by integrating macroeconomic analysis with household-level experiences, thereby providing a more comprehensive understanding of subsidy reform in developing economies.