bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Integrasi Nilai Qur’ani dan Hadits dalam Kepemimpinan Kepala Madrasah di Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Bustanul Ulum Banyuanyar Probolinggo
Authors: Fina Magfirah Zaini  , Ainur Rofiq Sofa
Published: December 2024

This study aims to examine the integration of Qur’anic and Hadith values in the leadership of the headmaster at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Bustanul Ulum Banyuanyar Probolinggo. In the context of Islamic education, leadership based on Qur’anic and Hadith values is crucial for shaping character and improving the quality of education. The research method used in this study is a qualitative approach with techniques such as interviews, observations, and documentation to collect data. The findings show that the headmaster applies Qur’anic and Hadith values in various aspects of leadership, such as decision-making, teacher and student development, and management of madrasah activities. Values such as justice, trustworthiness, wisdom, and compassion, which are found in the Qur'an and Hadith, serve as the main guidelines in carrying out leadership at the madrasah. Moreover, the implementation of these values also positively impacts the motivation and academic achievements of students, as well as strengthens ukhuwah islamiyah (Islamic brotherhood) among the madrasah community. This study concludes that the integration of Qur’anic and Hadith values in the leadership of the headmaster significantly improves the quality of education at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Bustanul Ulum Banyuanyar Probolinggo.
Manajemen Konflik dalam Pendidikan: Pendekatan Kolaboratif di Sekolah
Authors: Zainal Arifin
Published: December 2024

This study examines the implementation of a collaborative approach to conflict management in educational settings, particularly in schools. Conflicts in schools can stem from substantive factors, such as differing perspectives and policies, or emotional factors, including personality clashes. This research aims to explore collaborative strategies that emphasize open communication, active participation, and shared solutions. The method used is a qualitative literature review, where data is sourced from relevant journals, articles, and previous studies. The findings reveal that the collaborative approach effectively fosters a conducive and harmonious school environment. By involving key stakeholders—teachers, students, parents, and school management—this approach enables constructive conflict resolution and strengthens relationships among the parties involved. The study underscores the importance of improving communication skills, providing conflict management training, and ensuring sufficient resources to support this approach in schools.
Building a bloc from BRICS: Assessing China’s strategic interests and influence
Authors: Sarpong Emmanuel , Sibiri Hagan
Published: December 2024

Despite existing geopolitical tensions within BRICS, China sees the expansion of the bloc as essential for boosting its influence and reshaping global power dynamics in its favour.
Alelopatia de extrato aquoso de aroeira pimenteira na germinação de alface roxa
Authors: Vidal Lorena , Teixeira Whitaker João Paulo , Saraiva David Evelize de Fátima
Published: December 2024

A alface (Lactuca sativa L.) é uma hortaliça amplamente cultivada e consumida globalmente devido ao seu valor nutricional e versatilidade na culinária. Além de ser uma planta bioindicadora, é frequentemente utilizada em estudos de germinação devido à sua rápida resposta a mudanças ambientais. Este estudo investiga a alelopatia da aroeira-vermelha (Schinus terebinthifolius Raddi) na germinação da alface roxa (variedade Rubi crespa). O extrato aquoso de folhas de aroeira foi preparado em diferentes concentrações de 25%, 50%, 75% e 100% de concentração e aplicado às sementes de alface em condições de laboratório. Os resultados mostraram que concentrações crescentes do extrato aquoso de aroeira causaram redução significativa no índice de velocidade de germinação (IVG) e na germinação das sementes de alface, indicando um efeito inibitório na germinação. Esses efeitos têm implicações importantes na agricultura, podendo ser explorados para o controle de plantas invasoras ou para melhorar o desempenho de culturas agrícolas.
ÜNİVERSİTE ÖĞRENCİLERİNDE ETİK BİR DEĞER: MERHAMET KAVRAMI VE ETKİLİ FAKTÖRLER
Authors: Ozlu Merve , Küçük Ayten
Published: December 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışma, sağlık personeli olarak sağlık bakım sisteminde yer alacak öğrencilerin merhamet düzeyleri ve ilişkili olan faktörlerin belirlenmesi amacıyla yapılmıştır.
Gereç ve Yöntem: Tanımlayıcı kesitsel nitelikteki araştırma Haziran-Temmuz 2022 tarihleri arasında, Afyonkarahisar Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesinde 890 gönüllü öğrencinin katılımıyla yüz yüze anket yöntemiyle gerçekleştirilmiştir. Veri toplama aracı olarak “Kişisel Bilgi Formu” ve "Merhamet Ölçeği" kullanılmıştır. Elde edilen niteliksel veriler için sayı ve (%), niceliksel veriler için ise aritmetik ortalama ± standart sapma, Mann Whitney-U testi, Kruskal Wallis-H testi ve ölçeğin alt boyutlarla ilişkisini değerlendirmek için Spearman’s korelasyon analizi yapılmıştır.
Bulgular: Öğrencilerin, ölçek puan ortalaması 99,15±12,80 olup yüksek düzeyde bulunmuştur. Cinsiyet, medeni durum, gelir düzeyi, okudukları bölüm, bölümlerini isteyerek seçmeleri gibi değişkenler ile ölçek ve alt boyut puanları arasında istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir farklılık bulunmuştur (p
Doğum Sürecinin Hormon Fizyoloji ile İlişkisi ve Ebe Önderliğinde Bakım
Authors: Sülü Dursun Rukiye , Turan Aslıhan , Gözüyeşil Ebru
Published: December 2024

Doğumun süreci ve doğum sonu erken dönemde anne ve fetüsün/yenidoğanın iyilik hali, hormon fizyolojisiyle yakından ilişkilidir. Doğum sürecinde oksitosin, beta-endorfin, prolaktin ve stres hormonları etkili rol oynamaktadır. Buna ek olarak, melatoninin de doğumu etkileyen bir diğer hormon olduğu düşünülmektedir. Doğal doğum, hormonların birbirleriyle uyum içinde ve sinerjik salınımıyla mümkün olabilir. Bu nedenle, annenin stres ve korku yaşamasına neden olan faktörler hormon fizyolojisinin bozulmasına neden olarak annenin algıladığı ağrı seviyelerini artırabilir. Bu durum, doğumun ilerleyişini ve anne ile fetüs/yenidoğanın hem fiziksel hem de psikolojik sağlığını olumsuz etkileyebilir. Doğum süreci uygun bakım uygulamaları ve stratejileri ile yönetilirse, kadının stres hormonlarının salınımı azalır, beta-endorfin salınımı artar. Tolere edilen stres hormonları, doğumun doğal seyrinde ilerlemesini, oksitosin ve melatonin hormonlarının etkilerini ve birbirleriyle uyumunu olumlu etkiler. Bu uyum doğum ağrısıyla baş etmeye yardımcı olur. Böylece doğum süreci sekteye uğramaz ve doğumun ilerlemesi olumlu etkilenir. Bu pozitif döngüyü teşvik etmek, korumak ve desteklemek için ebe önderliğinde bakım uygulamaları oldukça önemlidir. Bu derlemede, doğum sürecinde etkili olan hormonlar, bu hormonların birbirleriyle ilişkisi ve ebe önderliğinde bakım uygulamaları için öneriler tartışılmıştır.
Navigating Ethical Challenges in Arts-Based Research in Medicine
Authors:   Faculty of Education, Kampala International University, Uganda, Samuel J. Kakungulu
Published: December 2024

Arts-based research (ABR) in medicine provides innovative ways to understand and communicate health-related experiences, using methods such as photography, poetry, and filmmaking to explore complex patient narratives. However, the integration of artistic methodologies into medical research introduces unique ethical challenges, including informed consent, confidentiality, emotional safety, and power dynamics in participant-researcher relationships. This paper examines these issues in the context of arts-based participatory action research with Canadians living with rheumatological diseases. It emphasizes the need for reflexivity, collaborative partnerships, and cultural competence to ensure equitable representation and participant agency. By fostering interdisciplinary dialogue, this study aims to establish a robust ethical framework for arts-based methodologies, ensuring their transformative potential in health advocacy, education, and policy-making.

Keywords: Arts-based research, Ethics in medicine Participatory action research, Narrative medicine, Reflexivity in research.
Promoting Health Literacy through Community Art Workshops
Authors:   Faculty of Education, Kampala International University, Uganda, Annet Kakembo Aisha
Published: December 2024

Health literacy is essential for individuals to make informed decisions regarding their health, especially in diverse, multilingual, and multicultural communities. Low health literacy often leads to inadequate use of preventive measures and increases the burden on healthcare systems. Community art workshops offer a creative and participatory avenue to bridge health literacy gaps by engaging individuals in dialogue-based and culturally relevant artistic practices. These workshops not only foster understanding of health concepts but also provide emotional expression and improved mental health. By employing methods such as focus groups, collaboration with local artists, and tailoring content to community needs, these workshops can effectively promote health literacy. Evaluative measures like pre- and post-workshop assessments and participant feedback indicate their impact on enhancing public understanding and well-being. Case studies highlight the effectiveness of integrating artistic approaches into health education, showcasing the potential for scalability and broader community impact.

Keywords: Health literacy, community art workshops, participatory education, public health, creative expression.
Arts As a Tool for Community Dialogue on Health Issues
Authors:   Faculty of Education, Kampala International University, Uganda, Kashaka Nyiramukama Diana
Published: December 2024

The intersection of arts and health provides a transformative approach to community engagement, fostering dialogue on pressing health issues. Through various media, including visual arts, music, drama, and literature, the arts enable communities to communicate complex emotions, challenge stigmas, and explore narratives of health and illness. This paper examines the role of the arts in health communication, drawing on case studies and best practices from interdisciplinary collaborations. It highlights the advantages of using arts to address emotional, cultural, and social aspects of health while acknowledging the challenges inherent in this approach. By examining strategies for implementing successful art-based health initiatives, the paper emphasizes the importance of stakeholder collaboration, flexibility, and community involvement. It concludes by emphasizing the need for continued research and innovation to maximize the potential of the arts as a catalyst for health advocacy and community dialogue.

Keywords: Arts in Health Communication, Community Engagement, Health Advocacy, Creative Expression, Public Health Education.
The Intersection of Artistic Freedom and Medical Ethics
Authors:   Faculty of Business, Kampala International University, Uganda, Nabirye H. Kato
Published: December 2024

This paper investigates the nuanced interplay between artistic freedom and medical ethics, two domains that, while seemingly disparate, share profound intersections. Artistic freedom fosters creativity and challenges societal norms, while medical ethics ensures the equitable and compassionate delivery of healthcare. By examining definitions, historical contexts, and principles, this paper highlights the ethical dilemmas arising when these fields converge, such as the emotional impact of provocative art on vulnerable populations or ethical concerns in medical-themed artistic expressions. Case studies illustrate conflicts between artistic autonomy and healthcare responsibilities. Despite the challenges, fostering dialogue between these fields can enrich both by advancing empathy and ethical understanding. The paper concludes by advocating for collaborative frameworks that respect the integrity of both art and medicine while addressing the moral dilemmas posed by their intersections.

Keywords: Artistic freedom, medical ethics, bioethics, ethical dilemmas, healthcare.
The Role of Art in Building Community Identity and Health
Authors:   Faculty of Education, Kampala International University, Uganda, Kashaka Nyiramukama Diana
Published: December 2024

This paper examines the transformative role of art in shaping community identity and enhancing collective health. Drawing from diverse cultural, social, and psychological perspectives, the discussion highlights art’s capacity to build shared identities, foster resilience, and address health disparities. Art acts as a catalyst for community solidarity, emotional healing, and social inclusion, serving as a medium through which individuals and groups can express histories, values, and aspirations. Case studies from global contexts demonstrate the tangible benefits of artistic engagement in fostering mental and physical well-being, enhancing social cohesion, and inspiring civic pride. This review calls for increased integration of art into public health and community planning policies, emphasizing its potential to reduce social isolation and create sustainable, empathetic societies.

Keywords: Art and Community Identity, Social Inclusion through Art, Art and Public Health, Community Resilience, Art-Based Mental Health Interventions.
The Role of Artistic Expression as A Coping Mechanism for Patients
Authors:   Faculty of Education, Kampala International University, Uganda, Annet Kakembo Aisha
Published: December 2024

Artistic expression has emerged as a powerful coping mechanism for individuals navigating the emotional and psychological challenges of illness and trauma. This paper examines the role of artistic expression in healthcare, emphasizing its capacity to promote emotional healing, reduce stress, and enhance psychological well-being. By reviewing research evidence and case studies, the study highlights the therapeutic potential of art forms such as painting, music, and dance in various healthcare settings, including oncology and pediatrics. Furthermore, it examines the barriers and best practices in implementing artistic expression programs, suggesting ways to integrate these initiatives into healthcare environments effectively. The findings emphasize the significance of personalized art-based therapies in fostering resilience and improving health outcomes, offering practical recommendations for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and artists.

Keywords: Artistic expression, Art therapy, Coping mechanisms, Emotional healing, Healthcare innovation.
SPICE MODEL OF MUTLU-KUMRU MEMRISTOR MODEL AND ITS USAGE FOR ANALYSIS, MODELING, AND SIMULATION OF A MEMRISTOR-BASED SAWTOOTH SIGNAL GENERATOR
Authors: Karakulak Ertuğrul , Mutlu Reşat
Published: December 2024

Memristor has turned into a popular nonlinear circuit element following the discovery of a thin-film system that mimics the behavior of a memristor. Some memristor research has concentrated on developing new memristor models. Some memristor models have window functions. In the literature, there are a lot of different window functions proposed for modeling them. Recently, it has been shown that some memristive models cannot do a complete resistive switching in a finite time and a window function with a finite resistive switching time has been suggested to model a memristor. In this paper, its Spice model has been given. The model is modified using a different shaping factor for each polarity. Its Spice model is made in the LTspice program. As an example, the model is used to simulate a memristor-based sawtooth generator in this study. Its simulation results are also presented to verify the circuit’s operation as a sawtooth signal generator.
Demografska i socijalna slika roda Haramija u Gračanima od XVI. stoljeća do suvremenosti
Authors: Novosel Domagoj
Published: December 2024

Obitelj kao osnovna jedinica ljudske zajednice oduvijek je bila temelj stvaranja širih i kompleksnijih struktura od onih rodovskih, zadružnih pa se sve do onih najviših u vidu nacije. Prezimenski mozaik koji u Hrvatskoj kao tradicionalno katoličkoj zemlji uglavnom nastaje nakon Tridentskog koncila (1545.–1563.) omogućio je praćenje demografskih i socijalnih procesa rodova kroz povijesna razdoblja. Proučavanjem određenih obiteljskih i rodovskih zajednica na mikrorazini stvara se šira demografska i socijalna slika hrvatskoga društva u različitim povijesnim procesima i događajima. Transformacija rodova putem zadružnih obitelji pa sve do nuklearnih obiteljskih zajednica u suvremenom društvu daje nam dobar pregled i povijesti svakodnevice s kojom je bila suočena tradicionalna hrvatska obitelj u prošlosti. Modernizacija društva unutar zakonskih okvira, ali i industrijalizaciju neminovno je utjecala i na razvoj rodova i obitelji. Sukladno tome cilj je rada prikazati demografsku i socijalnu sliku roda Haramija u Gračanima od same pojave prezimena u XVI. stoljeću do suvremenosti.
USAGE OF WEB TOOLS IN ACCESSING AGRICULTURAL INFORMATION AMONG CROP FARMERS IN SOUTH WEST, NIGERIA
Authors: Adekeye, A.A.  , Akanbi, T.A.  , Adepoju, A.E.  , Fagbote, O.O.  , Uyamasi, I.M.  , Adara, C.T.
Published: December 2024

Information is a vital tool in Agricultural production. Farmers may utilize web tools in numerous ways. It may provide new information services to rural regions, where farmers will have more influence over communication channels. Access to new information sources is essential for sustainable farming. Using online technologies effectively and efficiently can make extension workers' jobs simpler and enable information distribution and after-extension services. This enables a free flow and continuous contact with the farmers on updated information that is useful for agricultural productivity. The study therefore described the socioeconomic characteristics of farmers, determined the farmers’ usage of web tools in accessing agricultural information and constraints faced in the usage of web tools in accessing of agricultural information. The study was carried out in south west, Nigeria using a multi-stage sampling technique among two hundred and ninety nine (299) crop farmers. Primary data were collected and analyzed using descriptive analysis. Result of analysis showed that most of the respondents were male, 46.8% had primary education with about 15 years of farming experience and an average income of N760,000. The findings further found that whatsapp was the mostly used web tool for receiving agricultural related information by the respondents, however, it requires special types of devices to use some of the web tools, The study  concludes that if the constraints faced was solved, then the level of usage of web tools will increase and enhance agricultural productivity. The study therefore recommended among others that crop farmers needs to be trained on almost all the identified web tools.
TIKTOK : MEMAHAMI DINAMIKA KONTEN ISLAMI DALAM ERA DIGITAL
Authors: Caniago Fauzi , Juhridin Juhridin
Published: December 2024

Tiktok memiliki konten islami yang membuat mad'u dapat menontonnya kapan saja dan di mana saja. Ini menunjukkan bahwa tiktok dapat digunakan berbagai sumber informasi, dengan beberapa orang menggunakannya untuk hiburan, mempromosikan barang, atau berdakwah. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana karakteristik konten Islami di Tiktok dan dampak konten Islami di TikTok terhadap pengguna. Sedangkan metode penelitiannya menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif yang bertujuan untuk meneliti keadaan yang sedang berlangsung atau alamiah. Hasil temuan menunjukkan bahwa:TikTok memiliki kemampuan untuk mendorong interaksi audiens melalui komentar, tantangan, atau sesi tanya jawab, yang merupakan ciri khas konten Islami. Hal ini menghasilkan rasa komunitas yang kuat di antara pengguna yang berbagi nilai-nilai Islami. Dan Kebutuhan konten keislaman di tiktok berbeda-beda, ada beberapa informan menonton konten tersebut untuk belajar yang berkaitan dengan akademik dan ada beberapa informan menonton konten islami untuk menambah wawasan keislaman mereka.
Analisis Ayat Al-Qur’an: Pendekatan Penyampaian Argument Logis dan Estetika
Authors: Sartika Alpianti Manurung  , Ja’alna Salwinur Baeha  , Harun Al-Rasyid
Published: December 2024

This article discusses two discussion materials in the science of badi' muhassinat ma'nawiyah study. The first discussion is about analyzing the meaning of madzhab kalami in one of the verses of the Qur'an, namely in surah Al-Anbiya' verse 22, surah Al-Hajj verse 5 and surah Ar-Ruum verse 27. While the second discussion is about husnul ta’lil in three other surahs, namely surah Al-Baqarah verse 74 and 261 and surah An-Nahl verse 14. The research method used in this study is a qualitative research method with literature review (library research) as the data collection technique. The results of this study are, the discovery of the purpose and purpose of the meaning of madzhab kalami in surah Al-Anbiya' verse 22, surah Al-Hajj verse 5 and surah Ar-Ruum verse 27, as well as the meaning of husnul ta’lil in surah Al-Baqarah verse 74 and 261 and surah An-Nahl verse 14.
In search of Versatility: The History of Music Through the Prism of Musicians’ Specialization
Authors: Onalbayeva Kadisha , Kalibayeva Aizhan
Published: December 2024

The article presents a new look at music history from the versatility of the musician’s creative activity point of view, which manifests itself in the diversity of his talent, the multiplicity and cultural breadth of his creative interests. In the field of creative activity, versatility was an integral property of professional musicians both in various cultural traditions and in Western European music until the 18th century.The research methodology is based on a combination of a comprehensive value method and comparative analysis, which helps to form a holistic idea of the creative versatility in a broad aesthetic, cultural, social, historical and scientific context. The phenomenon of combining the activities of a composer and a pianist in a modern context encourages the study from the standpoint of musical sociology. The exploration of piano style justifies the use of the provisions and approaches of the performance interpretation theory.In modern conditions, the musician’s self-realization in various traits is once again becoming relevant, which allows for the expansion of the field of creative self-expression and stimulates innovative thinking. Versatility of a creative person is influenced by the aspects of the ethnic worldview and is closely connected with oral proficiency, in which the original syncretism of creativity serves as the foundation for combining functions and expressing diversity. A long process of separating different musical types of activity was influenced by various historical, sociocultural and aesthetic factors. It is associated with two specialization sources – the authorship personification of the oral tradition bearer and the standardization of the sacred music performance, which subsequently led to the emergence of notation. The article also proposes a typology of the versatility of creative activity, due to the differences in psychological and cognitive-behavioral aspects: the syncretic type (oral tradition bearer), in which the roles of the composer and performer closely bound and can’t be separated, and the synthetic type associated with personal desires and motives (musicians of the written traditions).The results of the conducted study have shown that the final separation of the musical activity functions has not been fully achieved, and probably will not happen in the future due to the psychological nature of the musical process and creativity.
The Berlin Phonogramm-Archiv Collections
Authors: Nadde Souheir I.
Published: December 2024

The digitization of the collections from the Arab world of the Berlin Phonogramm-Archiv launched a debate regarding the rights connected to its recordings and their right holders. This paper discusses the nature and coverage of these rights, and questions their applicability and validity in the Arab countries concerned in light of existing legal frameworks and "problematic" conditions under which they were obtained. The paper concludes with the necessity of adopting the appropriate regime that preserves the recordings and ensures their accessibility to the public, such as through the Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage to which most Arab countries are members.
THE COMPARATIVE STUDY OF PARENTING BEHAVIORS BETWEEN MONGOLIAN AND KOREAN MOTHERS
Authors:   Incheon Metropolitan City Office of Education, Republic of Korea, Budjav Badamsuren , Bak Byung-Gee ,   Jeonbuk National University, Republic of Korea
Published: December 2024

This work presented a comparative study on the parenting behavior of Mongolian and Korean
mothers. 259 Korean and 222 Mongolian mothers with preschoolers aged 4 to 5, participated
in this study. Based on the collected data, the following studies were conducted to analyze the
differences between the parenting behaviors of Mongolian and Korean mothers.
First, Cronbach's α was calculated for reliability verification according to the questions related
to parenting behavior, and the subjects' general characteristics were identified by descriptive
statistical analysis. Second, to analyze the average difference between countries, the gender of
the child, and the mother employment interaction effect, an analysis of the difference between
the two groups and an analysis of variance were performed. Multivariate analysis of variance
(MANOVA) was performed to identify the variables that differentiate between countries. SPSS
26.0 was used for data analysis, and statistical significance was determined based on the
significance level of 5%. This work's outcomes were compiled as follows:
Initially, the outcome of the comparison of mothers' parenting behavior in Mongolia and Korea,
which correspond to the research question, were all confirmed. Comparing each sub-factor,
Mongolia showed a high level in all sub-domains such as emotional expression, rule
application, action permission, and achievement stimulus. In both countries, the emotional
expression was the highest, while the behavior permission was the lowest.
Second, there was no interaction effect based on the country and the child's gender. Comparing
the two countries, Mongolian children showed a higher average overall than Korean children.
However, in the case of autonomy, affection, and encouragement for achievements, the average
value of Korean children was confirmed to be higher than those of Mongolian children.
Third, there was no interaction effect depending on the country and the mother's employment.
Comparing the two countries, employed mothers in Mongolia had higher overall factors than
those of Korean mothers. But in the case of the autonomy sub-factor, the average values of
employed and unemployed Korean mothers were high. When comparing the employed and
unemployed mothers in both countries, unemployed mothers in Mongolia showed higher
values. On the other hand, the average value of working mothers in Korea was high, showing
results consistent with previous studies.
Women's Intensity of Non-Communicable Diseases Compared To Men in Bangladesh
Authors: Nobi Nusrat
Published: December 2024

Background
Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are strongly connected with human mortality and morbidity. Bangladesh has a high rate of chronic illnesses. Global efforts for women's health are mostly focused on improving sexual and reproductive health. The purpose of this study is to determine the severity of Noncommunicable diseases in women by comparing risk variables by gender.
Methods
Between February and May 2023, a cross-sectional survey was undertaken to identify the baseline status of Noncommunicable disease risk variables among men and women over the age of 35 in chosen intervention and control locations in rural Bangladesh as part of a noncommunicable diseases project. We conducted blood pressure and anthropometric assessments on 100 men and 100 women using the World Health Organization STEPS questionnaire and normal operating procedures. We performed a descriptive analysis with SPSS Statistics 20.0.
Results
According to the findings, 75% of males are married, 5% are single, and 20% of women are widowed. Approximately 46% are working women. Women had a greater prevalence than males of lack of physical activity (28% vs 72%), overweight and obesity (45% vs 55%), excessive waist circumference (21% vs 79%), Noncommunicable diseases (35% vs 65%), and uncontrolled diabetes mellites after medication (47% vs 53%). Women are less likely than males to seek medical treatment (83% vs 17%), have self-reported ailments (69% vs 31%), consume fruits and vegetables (77% vs 23%), or use medicines (59% vs 41%). Women are more likely to suffer from anxiety (67%) and depression (86%).
Conclusions
In Bangladesh, women have a greater incidence of certain behavioral and clinical risk factors than males. A thorough assessment of such differences between men and women might increase knowledge of situations and help health providers and policymakers optimize preventative policies to reduce the global illness burden more effectively in both men and women.
The Effect of Work Initiative, Technology Mastership, and Work Environment on Employee Performance at PT PLN (Persero)
Authors: Huda Miftahul , Trisnawati  , Helmi Sulaiman , Roni Mukran
Published: December 2024

Performance is the result of work that can be achieved by a person or group of people in a company following their respective duties and responsibilities to achieve company goals legally, not against the law, and following morals and ethics. The success of Pt PLN (Persero) Customer Service Implementation (Up3) Palembang Customer Service Unit (ULP) Rivai in carrying out its duties must be connected to its employees, who are the technical implementers of the policy. In other words, the position of employees is one of the determining factors for smoothness in realizing company goals. Based on the data obtained at Pt PLN (Persero) Customer Service Implementation (UP3) Palembang Customer Service Unit (ULP) Rivai, the performance of employees in 2023 did not reach the target set by the company due to several factors that affected employee performance. One way to improve employee performance is to conduct a performance appraisal, which shows how well a person or group has worked to achieve company goals. Using a quantitative descriptive approach with a sample of 95 respondents and assisted by the SmartPLS 4.1.0.6 application, this study assesses employee performance from three components: work initiative, mastery of technology, and work environment. The result of this study indicates that the work initiative variable has a positive and significant effect on employee performance, the technology mastery variable has a positive and significant impact on employee performance, and the work environment has a positive and significant effect on employee performance.
Recognition of Local Communities: A Polycentric Model of Policy Management of Mangrove Ecosystems
Authors: Peten Yasinta Y. Palan , Sius Karolus T. , Hadi Norbertus J. , Dau Agnes , Ratumakin Paulus Adrianus K.L
Published: December 2024

Mangrove forests are important resources that provide various ecosystem services ecologically, economically, socially, and culturally. However, the utilisation of mangrove ecosystems often faces management conflicts. Conflicts can occur between residents in the mangrove area or between agencies and levels of authority. The diversity of governance from various decentralised, connected and functionally different layers implies a complex system. The polycentric model is one approach to addressing the system's complexity. This study uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques using interviews and observations. The aim is to examine the recognition of residents and the government for local community initiatives. This study found several essential things. First, the context of authority over the mangrove location by supra-village agencies, but in several decades, it has become a conservation and management area for residents. Second, recipients of ecosystem services and their utilisation involve residents from outside the administrative boundaries of the village. Third, cross-sector and level agreements for recognising mangrove ecosystem management initiatives based on local community wisdom. The model of recognition and autonomy given to local communities by higher authorities is the basis for sustainable polycentric governance of mangrove ecosystems. De facto autonomy includes four aspects, including: autonomy in decision-making, formal recognition, cross-actor collaboration, and control over access to resources.
Migración y religión de migrantes mexicanos hacia Estados Unidos
Authors: Medina Gallo César Eduardo
Published: December 2024

La migración es un proceso de relevancia en la actualidad debido a los flujos presentes en distintos sectores del planeta, particularmente, de las regiones reconocidas como “sur global” hacia el “norte global”. Las migraciones se han estudiado desde diversas perspectivas, especialmente por sus impactos económicos, sociales, políticos y culturales, en este sentido, surge la inquietud de observar y entender la relación que mantiene la migración con la religión de los sujetos en contextos de movilidad. El presente artículo tiene como objetivo, por un lado, revelar y contextualizar la migración mexicana hacia y en Estados Unidos, a partir de una revisión bibliográfica para mostrar cómo se percibe y se estudia la relación entre la migración y la religión. Por otro lado, desde la obtención de datos de fuentes tanto mexicanas como estadounidenses, se mostrará y se contextualizará la situación de los mexicanos migrantes devotos en Estados Unidos mediante representaciones cartográficas, para demostrar el vínculo espacial y sociocultural que se mantiene entre la religión y la migración y cómo esta se convierte en un vínculo transnacional para los migrantes creyentes entre los lugares de origen y destino.
Effect of fertilisation on the quality of forage of sudangrass (Sorgum sudanense (Piper) Stapf.)
Authors:   Agricultural Institute Stara Zagora, 6000, Agricultural Academy, Sofia, Bulgaria, Bazitov Rumen , Mihaylova Milena ,   Agricultural Institute Stara Zagora, 6000, Agricultural Academy, Sofia, Bulgaria, Georgiev Mitko ,   Trakia University, Faculty of Agriculture, Stara Zagora, 6000
Published: December 2024

The experiment was carried out in the region of Stara Zagora with sudangrass cultivar Endzhe-1 on
meadow-muddy soil under the following fertilization variants: Var. 1 - unfertilized control, (N0
P0
K0
kg/da); Var.
2 - fertilization with N9
P6
K4
kg/da, Var. 3 - fertilization with N18P12K8
kg/da. The chemical composition of the
forages was determined by FOSS NIRS DS 2500 in the laboratory of the Agricultural Institute - Stara Zagora.
The net energy for milk expressed in forage milk units (FUM) and forage gain units (FUG) were determined
according to Todorov et al. (2007). When the sudangrass was grown without fertilization, the crude protein yield
was found to range from 59.47 kg/da to 74.00 kg/da and the net energy for milk and growth (FUM and FUG),
from 801 to 827 per acre for FUM and 762 to 842 for FUG, respectively. Mineral fertilization applied with
N9
P6
K4
kg/da increased the amount of crude protein yield by 37.2% on average, and FUM and FUG by 13.9 and
11.4% compared to the unfertilized alternative.
Principles of limitation methods for the evaluation of agricultural lands in Bulgaria
Authors:   Institute of Soil Science, Agrotechnology and Plant Protection “Nikola Pushkarov” – Sofia, Agricultural Academy, Radovanova Ivelina , Pankov Vesselin ,   Institute of Soil Science, Agrotechnology and Plant Protection “Nikola Pushkarov” – Sofia, Agricultural Academy, Mitreva Zornitsa ,   Institute of Soil Science, Agrotechnology and Plant Protection “Nikola Pushkarov” – Sofia, Agricultural Academy
Published: December 2024

Limitation methods are recommended by the FAO and complement the current parametric assessment used in our country. Until recently, there was no developed theoretical framework in Bulgaria
for evaluation according to these principles. A few years ago, one was presented for the limitation
methods, using newly developed scales for the bonification of 12 main agro-ecological soil characteristics. They follow the principles and structure of the “Limitation Approach Considering the
Number and Degree of Restrictions” recommended by FAO.
In contrast to the existing current evaluation, the use of the Limitation evaluation methods take
into account the natural indicators with their limitations on “general suitability for growing a wide
range of agricultural crops”. They are applicable in practice and are easily applicable to large territories. A principle for harmonizing the limitation methods with the current parametric system for
the evaluation and categorization of agricultural land used in Bulgaria has also been developed.
Influence of the factors rate and form of nitrogen fertilization on the accumulation of nitrates in radishes
Authors:   Technical University - Varna, Faculty of Manufacturing Engineering and Technologies, Department Plant Production, Yankova Plamena , Boteva Hriska ,   Maritsa Vegetable Crops Research Institute - Plovdiv, Agricultural Academy
Published: December 2024

The experiment was carried out in the period 2021-2023 on Calcic Chernozem soil, in the experimental field of the Department of Crop production of the Technical University of Varna. The study
was carried out with radish, variety Celeste F1. Four levels of nitrogen fertilisation were tested with
3, 6, 9 and 12 kg N/da in different forms of nitrogen - ammonium sulphate, ammonium nitrate, urea,
potassium nitrate, calcium nitrate, sodium nitrate, applied once during soil preparation before sowing,
in four repetitions with a reporting area - 4 m2
. The seeds were sown in two periods: in spring - 10
- 12 April, and in autumn - 10 - 12 September, with a vegetation period of 30 - 35 days.
It was found that the nitrate content of the root vegetables increased as the rate of nitrogen fertilisation increased. In spring radish, the highest nitrate content was observed after fertilisation with
12 kg N/da as sodium nitrate (1700 mg) and with calcium nitrate - 1650 mg/kg fresh weight. The
nitrate content of the root crops increased by 3.8 and 3.6 times, respectively, compared to the control.
In the autumn radish variety Selesta F1, the nitrate content was higher, which can be explained by
the less favourable conditions for urea hydrolysis and also for nitrification of ammonium nitrogen,
by the lower plant light due to the shorter day and the greater number of cloudy days, and by the
lower soil and air temperature. The two-factor analysis of variance shows that the form of nitrogen
has a stronger influence on nitrate accumulation, while the influence of the season of production is
less pronounced.
Influence of irrigation conditions on economic parameters of onion
Authors:   Maritsa Vegetable Crops Research Institute, Plovdiv, Agricultural Academy- Sofia, Bulgaria, Genova Stefka
Published: December 2024

The possibility of long-term storage of onions up to the ninth month, grown under an optimal and
reduced water regime, of three cultivar types: with white, red and yellow envelope flakes was studied. The
influence of a reduced irrigation regime of 50% on the weight and yield of bulbs was established. The total
yield was below 1000 kg/da for the three samples, with 967 kg/da being the highest reported yield for the
Asenovgradska kaba 5 variety. At the end of the third, sixth and ninth months, weight loss (fira) was reported.
With the reduced irrigation, the highest evaporation values were measured for the Konkurent bial variety 30%
after six months of storage. At the end of the ninth month, the values of the losses decreased and were in the
range of 16-23%.
Species and cultivar preferences of Sitobion avenae and Rhopalosiphum padi to spring barley
Authors:   Insitute of Agriculture – Karnobat, Agricultural academy – Sofia, Bulgaria, Maneva Vasilina , Atanasova Dina ,   Insitute of Agriculture – Karnobat, Agricultural academy – Sofia, Bulgaria
Published: December 2024

The experiment was conducted in the plant protection laboratory of the Institute of Agriculture -
Karnobat. Three varieties of two-row and one multi-row spring barley were studied. The degree of attack in the
four cultivars, the numerical dynamics of aphids and the relationship of attack with photosynthetic pigments,
crude protein and nitrogen content were monitored. Sitobion avenae was observed in the highest density in
cultivar Denis, with a maximum of 20 aphids/plant. Rhopalosiphum padi was recorded with a maximum of 88
and 76 aphids/plant, respectively, in Yasmina and Denis varieties. The two-row variety Denis can be defined as
the most preferred of both types of aphids, which is probably due to its higher content of total nitrogen in the
leaves, which are more nutritious for aphids.
Study of photosynthetic intensity, leaf flag morphometry and yield of perspective common winter wheat breeding lines
Authors:   Institute of Plant Genetic Resources “Konstantin Malkov”, Sadovo, Agricultural academy, Sofia, Bulgaria, Andonov Blagoy , Chipilski Radoslav ,   Institute of Plant Genetic Resources “Konstantin Malkov”, Sadovo, Agricultural academy, Sofia, Bulgaria, Tosheva Svilena ,   Institute of Plant Genetic Resources “Konstantin Malkov”, Sadovo, Agricultural academy, Sofia, Bulgaria
Published: December 2024

Field experiment was conducted with 12 varieties and lines common winter wheat in IPGR, Sadovo
during 2021-2023 years. The gas exchange, relative chlorophyll content, morphometry of the flag leaves and
grain yield were measured. The main objective of this study was to estimate breeding lines on response of
photosynthetic activity, leaf morphometry and yield. The more intensive photosynthetic activity, presented
by the parameters photosynthetic assimilation rate (A), intercellular (sub-stomatal) CO2
concentration (ci),
stomatal conductance (gs) and instaneous water use efficiency (A/E) during grain filling stage was reported for
the breeding lines BА 805, BА 535, BА 782, BА 918 and BА 578 compared to the standards Sadovo 1, Enola
and Avenue. The highest values of the morphometric parameters fresh mass, dry mass and relative chlorophyll
content of flag leaves, were expressed at the breeding lines BА 578, BА 535, BА 952, BА 778, BА 782 и BА 805. The highest average yield was estimated for the breeding lines BА 578, BА 782, BА 535 and BA 777. It was
determinated the more intense physiological activity correlate with better yield in the breeding lines BА 578,
BА 782, BА 535.
An evaluation of the Bulgarian food sector’s competitiveness on the European market
Authors:   Institute of agricultural economics – Sofia, Agricultural academy – Sofia, Minchev Andrey
Published: December 2024

In the article it is presented an evaluation of the Bulgarian food sector’s competitiveness on the
European market for the period 2007 – 2022. The analysis of the competitiveness of the sector is based on a
method of calculating three competitiveness indices – a production index, a value index and a general index of
competitiveness. Based on the obtained results and their analysis, it is concluded that during the study period the
competitiveness of the Bulgarian food sector is low on the European market.
Influence of organic fertilization on the economic efficiency of field lettuce production
Authors:   Agricultural University – Plovdiv, Kostadinov Kostadin , Borisov Peter ,   Agricultural University – Plovdiv, Filipov Stoyan ,   Agricultural University – Plovdiv
Published: December 2024

In our country lettuce is widely cultivated as a field and greenhouse crop. A significant part of
the production during the autumn-winter and winter-spring period takes place in unheated polyethylene
greenhouses. An important factor in the choice of variety is, on the one hand, the quality indicators in line with
market requirements, which have been the subject of a number of studies at home and abroad, and, on the other,
the possibility of achieving high profitability of production. The aim of the study is to evaluate the economic
effects of the application of organic fertilizers in the production of field lettuce. The comparative economic
evaluation of different fertilizer options is carried out using the ranking method. The most attractive fertilizers
for practice are Italpolina and Lumbicompost.
Effect of mineral fertilization and tillage system on the yield of wheat grown in four-field crop rotation
Authors:   Institute of Soil Science, Agrotechnologies and Plant Protection “Nikola Poushkarov”, 7, Shosse Bankya str., 1331, Agricultural academy - Sofia, Bulgaria, Gerasimova Iliyana , Nenov Martin ,   Institute of Soil Science, Agrotechnologies and Plant Protection “Nikola Poushkarov”, 7, Shosse Bankya str., 1331, Agricultural academy - Sofia, Bulgaria, Petkova Zdravka ,   Institute of Soil Science, Agrotechnologies and Plant Protection “Nikola Poushkarov”, 7, Shosse Bankya str., 1331, Agricultural academy - Sofia, Bulgaria, Nazarkov Miladin ,   Institute of Soil Science, Agrotechnologies and Plant Protection “Nikola Poushkarov”, 7, Shosse Bankya str., 1331, Agricultural academy - Sofia, Bulgaria, Ivanova Maria ,   Institute of Soil Science, Agrotechnologies and Plant Protection “Nikola Poushkarov”, 7, Shosse Bankya str., 1331, Agricultural academy - Sofia, Bulgaria
Published: December 2024

During the period 2020-2023 field experiments have been carried out -of soil type Leached Smolnitsa
(Haplic Vertisol) in the experimental station of ISSAP “N. Poushkarov”, the town of Bozhurishte, Sofia region.
The aim of this study is to identify the impact of two rates of nitrogen-phosphorus mineral fertilization, nonfertilizer variant and two soil tillage systems (plowing and discing) on the yield of wheat grown in a four-field
crop rotation. The wheat was included in the structure of a four-field crop rotation: 1) maize, 2) wheat, 3) maize, 4) wheat. It was established that the studied fertilizer rates, regardless of the soil tillage system, are essential
for increasing yields of wheat, determining more than 78.73% of the data variation. Increasing the nitrogen and
phosphorus fertilizer rate by about 20% at T2
norm compared to T1
(from 120 to 140 kg/ha for nitrogen and
from 80 to 100 kg/ha for phosphorus) does not lead to significantly higher wheat yields. It was established that,
on average over the study period, the applied lower rate of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilization T1 (N120P80) in
wheat cultivation was more effective. The use of nitrogen-phosphorus mineral fertilization for both the soil tillage
systems, contributes to more than twice the yields compared to those obtained from the non-fertilizer variants
with a very well-proven statistical difference. Irrespective of the fertilization rate, no significant influence of the
applied soil tillage systems (disking or plowing) on wheat yield was observed. The influence of the soil-climate
conditions (rainfall and temperature conditions) during this period was also analyzed. It was established that
they are a significant factor, which has a strong influence on the obtained high (good) yields of wheat cultivated
in the field of Bozhurishte.