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Jurnal Sosioteknologi is an interdisciplinary scholarly journal that explores the dynamic relationships between technology, society, culture, governance, and human life. Published by Institut Teknologi Bandung, the journal provides a platform for researchers, academics, and practitioners to examine how technological developments influence social transformation—and how societal values, cultures, and institutions shape technological innovation in return.
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VOL. 25 NO. 1
An interdisciplinary journal focusing on the relationship between technology, society, culture, and the environment.
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Indonesia is among the countries with the largest number of TikTok users worldwide, with a difference of about 3.52 million users compared to the country ranked first. The widespread use of smartphones for social media activities may influence users’ body posture and visual comfort. This study examined the effect of using lazy glasses on body posture and eye discomfort while operating the TikTok application on a smartphone in sitting and lying positions. Ten university students (mean ± SD age = 23.4 ± 0.97 years) participated in the experiment. Four experimental conditions were evaluated: lying without lazy glasses (WOLZB), lying with lazy glasses (LZB), sitting without lazy glasses (WOLZD), and sitting with lazy glasses (LZD). Body segment angles and perceived discomfort were analyzed for each condition. The results showed that LZD tended to produce smaller neck angles, while WOLZD resulted in smaller angles in the left elbow. Higher discomfort in the head and neck regions was observed in WOLZD, whereas LZD tended to increase pressure around the eyes. Overall, lazy glasses may reduce physical discomfort in certain viewing positions but do not always produce the most neutral posture.
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Batik Wastewater Management in Cirebon continues to face persistent implementation challenges, despite the availability of treatment technologies. This condition reflects a technocultural misalignment between technological solutions and community capacity. Therefore, this study examines wastewater management in Cirebon
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Physical exhibitions struggle to sustain networks after events conclude. While online platforms expand accessibility, they often lack immersive depth and lasting engagement. This study introduces Jalirupa, an innovative conceptual prototype. Through systematic comparative platform analysis of DeviantArt, Saatchi Art, and GAC, the study identifies a structural gap: the absence of integrated curation, long-term interaction, and emerging-artist support. Using Actor-Network Theory (Latour) and symbolic capital (Bourdieu), the research analyzes Jalirupa’s socio-technical features, such as AIassisted Q&A and aesthetic taste mapping. Findings show Jalirupa enables sustained post-event engagement, strengthens artistic brands, and offers inclusive connectivity for audiences, enriching the contemporary art ecosystem.
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Lombok Island is a major center for the cultivation of the Pinctada maxima pearl oyster, a species renowned for producing high-value South Sea pearls. The sustainability of pearl farming in this region relies not only on favorable water quality but also on the effective implementation of Ecosystem-Based Management (EBM), which integrates the roles of government agencies, industry stakeholders, and local communities in safeguarding marine ecosystem integrity. This study applied an EBM approach to assess environmental suitability for sustainable pearl cultivation in West Lombok. Field data were collected from three cultivation sites between January and February 2025 through in situ measurements and laboratory analyses of key physicochemical parameters. The results show that pH (7.69), dissolved oxygen (6.38 mg/L), salinity (29.69‰), ammonia (0.037 mg/L), and TSS (0.065 mg/L) were within optimal ranges and complied with marine water quality standards. However, water temperatures reached up to 32.8°C at several sites, exceeding the optimal thermal range for Pinctada maxima and posing risks of physiological stress and reduced pearl quality. To mitigate temperature-related stress, flotation-controlled longline technology can be employed to adjust oyster depth in accordance with thermocline layers that provide more stable thermal and salinity conditions. The integration of such adaptive technologies—combined with active, multi-stakeholder collaboration under the EBM framework—constitutes a critical foundation for maintaining ecosystem stability and ensuring the long-term socioeconomic sustainability of the pearl farming sector in West Lombok.
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