bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Peningkatan Kompetensi Siswa dalam Pengelolaan Proyek dengan Pemanfaatan Software Bantu Smartsheet di SMK Pembangunan Mranggen Demak
Authors: Suryanto Agus , Nugroho Anan , Hasanah Uswatun , Aulia Najma
Published: July 2024

Kebutuhan yang sangat utama didalam memasuki era digitalisasi adalah mempersiapkan lulusan siswa membekali diri memiliki kemampuan skill digital diantaranya penguasaan lulusan SMK dalam mengelola suatu Proyek di lapangan nanti, Siswa dituntut memahami dan memiliki kemampuan pengelolaan proyek dengan berbantuan Software pengeloloaan suatu Proyek Pekerjaan. Permasalahan di lapangan akan ditemui oleh lulusan SMK, jika dalam melakukan pengelolaan Proyek masih melakukan mekansisme tanpa memanfaatkan Software bantu dalam melaksanakan Proyek tersebut. Software bantu yang dapat digunakan dalam pengelolaan suatu Proyek adalah Smartsheet dalam merencankan proyek dan mengevaluasi Proyek Kegiatan ini  bertujuan, : 1) Siswa mengenal  penggunaan  aplikasi komputer dalam hal ini Smartsheet sebagai software bantu dalam pengelolaan suatu Proyek, 2) Siswa mampu menggunakan software Smartsheet secara mudah dan tepat untuk pengelolaan pekerjaan berbasis Proyek, 3) Siswa mampu menggunakan Software bantu Smartsheet sebagai  alat bantu untuk memecahkan masalah dalam mengambil keputusan untuk perencanaan proyek pekerjaan. Metode pelaksanaan  kegiatan  Pengabdian berupa  adalah  Memberikan pelatihan dan peningkatan kemampuan siswa SMK Pembangunan Mranggen Demak  dalam penggunakan aplikasi. Metode yang akan dilaksanakan dalam kegiatan ini adalah metode Workshop  praktikum di labortatorium Komputer SMK Pembangunan Mranggen Demak. Luaran  Kegiatan Pengabdian ini berupa Publikasi di Jurnal Nasional ber ISSN dan pemberitaan di Media Cetak atau Elektronik.
Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Kooperatif Tipe Student Teams Achievement Division (STAD) terhadap Hasil Belajar Passing Bawah Bolavoli (Siswa Kelas X SMK Negeri 2 Kota Mojokerto)
Authors: Handryant Rahmad Zulham Assidiqqy , Hidayat Taufiq
Published: July 2024

Education has a crucial role in various fields of life, including in the field of sports and health. Physical Education, Sports and Health (PJOK) plays an important role in providing opportunities for students to be actively involved in structured and organized physical learning. This study is motivated by problems when learning volleyball, especially in the forearm pass material when students tend to play a passive role and students' space is also limited to the rules given by the teacher, so that during learning students rarely interact and cooperate between friends. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the STAD type cooperative learning model on the results of forearm pass bolavoli in class X students of SMK Negeri 2 Mojokerto City and to determine the magnitude of this influence. This research is a nexperimental research using Randomized Control Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The sample in this study were 70 students with the sampling method using cluster random sample, namely 35 students of class X APHP 1 as the experimental group and 35 students of class X APHP 2 as the control group. The results of this study found a significant effect on the learning outcomes of basic volleyball forearm pass techniques in students taught with the STAD type cooperative learning model. The effect of the STAD type cooperative learning model on the learning outcomes of volleyball forearm pass was measured based on the difference between the pretest and posttest results, which showed an increase of 20.24% in the knowledge test and 38.91% in the skill test.
Empowerment Pendidikan Agama Islam: Membendung Arus Radikalisme Agama di Perguruan Tinggi Umum
Authors: Frimayanti Ade Imelda , Mualimin Mualimin , Diana Diana
Published: July 2024

This research is motivated by the emergence of radical organizations that exploit religion and frequently target university students, especially those in public universities. The purpose of this study is to analyze the role of Islamic religious education courses at public universities in countering the tide of religious radicalism. This research employs the library research method to collect data and information relevant to the topic or research problem through an in-depth literature review. The results of this study indicate that empowerment in the context of Islamic religious education involves the development of learning materials, teaching models, and the enhancement of lecturer professionalism. Islamic religious education materials need to be composed from various perspectives or schools of thought to enhance students' understanding and tolerance of differences. Developing teaching models that instill anti-radicalism values such as tolerance, democracy, gentleness, and taawun (cooperation) is essential for fostering an inclusive attitude among students. The professionalism of Islamic religious education lecturers who have a moderate understanding is key in this empowerment process, enabling them to function as role models and mentors in instilling peaceful and inclusive Islamic values. Thus, Islamic religious education can become an effective tool in empowering students to recognize and reject radical ideologies and promote a moderate attitude in their religious practices.
Problematika Guru Pendidikan Agam Islam (Pai) Dalam Menyusun Soal Berbasis Higher Order Thinking Skill (HOTS) Di SMP Negeri 2 Palu
Authors: Rahma Siti , Erniati Erniati , Hamlan Hamlan
Published: July 2024

This study aims to find out the problems faced by teachers and find out solutions for teachers who experience problems in compiling problems based on Higher Orther Thinking Skill (HOTS) or high-level thinking skills. This study uses qualitative research methods to understand a condition that occurs in PAI teachers in compiling HOTS questions. The results of this study show that the problems faced by PAI teachers in compiling Higher Thinking Skill (HOTS) questions at SMP Negeri 2 Palu have various problems. There are two problems with the three PAI teachers, namely first, the difficulty in compiling questions that contain problem solving. Second, PAI teachers have problems in determining the KKO (Operational Verb) that is appropriate and in accordance with Bloom's Taxonomy. Another problem is caused by the age factor experienced by one of the elderly PAI teachers resulting in decreased competence so that it is difficult to understand high-level problem solving. This research confirms that the school should conduct workshops related to the preparation of HOTS questions for teachers at SMP Negeri 2 Palu more often. As for PAI teachers, they should always improve their competence in compiling HOTS questions by utilizing the internet, social media and relevant books. In addition, PAI teachers should seriously participate during the Workshop and MGMP activities, so that the knowledge and information obtained can be truly understood and applied in the preparation of HOTS questions.
Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Kooperatif Tipe STAD Terhadap Hasil Belajar Matematika Siswa di SMP Negeri 1 Tutuyan
Authors: Alheid Sarah , Sulangi Victor R. , A. Sumarauw Sylvia J.
Published: July 2024

This research aims to find out whether the mathematics learning outcomes of students taught using the STAD cooperative learning model are higher than the mathematics learning outcomes of students using the lecture method. This research is quasi-experimental in the form of the nonequivalent posttest-only control group design. The subjects in this research were class VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Tutuyan odd semester of the 2022/2023 academic year, where VIII-A, totaling 20 students, was the experimental class and VIII-B, totaling 21 students, was the control class. Data analysis used includes normality tests, homogeneity tests, and hypothesis tests. This research uses a test in the form of multiple choice questions and a description of relationship and function material as the instrument. The research participants consisted of 41 students. Based on hypothesis testing using the t-test statistic, tcount = 2.365 and ttable = 1.685 at a significance level of 0.05. Thus, because tcount > ttable, H0 is rejected. The results of the research concluded that student learning outcomes in the Relationships and Functions material taught using the STAD model were higher than student learning outcomes taught using the lecture method.
Internalisasi Nilai-Nilai Karakter Keislaman Dari Qs Al Hujurat Ayat 11-12 Dalam Menghadapi Fenomena Hate speech Di Lingkungan Pergaulan Peserta Didik
Authors: Mursyidi Wathroh , Fauziah Nur Laily , Faznah Faznah
Published: July 2024

The verses of Qur’an, which are the way of life for a Muslim, teach the rules for communicating in relationships. In the midst of the flow of digital communication and the shift in Islamic and national character values that we are currently facing, language styles and ways of communicating between individuals have deviated from what they should be. The aim of this research is to conduct a literature review related to instilling character values based on QS. Al Hujurat verses 11-12 in dealing with the phenomenon of hate speech in students' social environment. The research method used is a literature review. Data was obtained by collecting various research articles that have similar research interests. The results of this research show that the phenomenon of hate speech or hate speech in simple form among students can be prevented by instilling character values based on QS. Al Hujurat verses 11-12 so as to minimize disputes between students.
Application of the Self Organized Learning Environment Learning Model in Mathematics Learning Arithmetic Sequence Material
Authors: Lompoliuw Jordan , Domu Ichdar , Salajang Santje M.
Published: July 2024

The objective of this study is to analyze the disparities in the mean learning achievements between students who utilize the SOLE learning model and those who employ the direct learning model for arithmetic sequence material at Tondano State Vocational School. The research employed a quasi-experimental design with a Posttest Only Control Group Design. The participants in this study consisted of students from class X OTKP 1, who were assigned to the experimental group, and students from class X OTKP 2, who were assigned to the control group. The data gathering method involved administering a technical learning outcomes test at the conclusion of the class (Posttest). The data analysis technique employed in this research utilizes tests on data that has undergone normality and homogeneity testing. The t test calculations yielded a t_count value of 2.736, which exceeded the critical t_table value of 1.685. Therefore, the null hypothesis (H_0) was rejected, and the alternative hypothesis (H_1) was accepted. Therefore, it can be inferred that there is a disparity in the mean learning results of students in the Self-Organized Learning Environment (SOLE) instructional approach and the traditional direct learning approach when it comes to arithmetic sequence material.
Minimnya Ketersediaan Penjualan Ikan di Pasar MMTC
Authors: Budiyanti Budiyanti , Br Purba Ellma Aggresia , Situmeang Ellsy Nila Sari , Zuhrika Dhea
Published: July 2024

The fish market in Medan, Indonesia, is a significant contributor to the local economy, providing an important source of protein for its residents. Fish product suppliers in the Medan MMTC market face challenges in managing inventory levels. The minimal availability of fish for sale at the MMTC market is an important issue that can affect the local economy and food security of local communities. This mini research aims to find out what factors cause the minimal availability of wet fish sales at MMTC as well as the influence of seasonal demand for fish at MMTC on fish availability. This research uses a qualitative approach with a literature review method. Data was collected from articles and journals available on Google Scholar and other websites. Meanwhile, data collection techniques use interviews, observation and documentation. The research results show that the factors causing the minimal availability of wet fish sales at MMTC include: limited resources, increasing costs, changes in consumption patterns, limited infrastructure, and limited markets. In its synthesis, the influence of seasonal demand for fish in the MMTC market on fish availability is influenced by several factors that influence demand for fish in the market, namely: seasonal dynamics in demand for fish in the MMTC market, variability of consumers who buy fish in the MMTC market, and the influence of fish prices
Penerapan Total Quality Management Pada Dunia Pendidikan Dalam Meningkatkan Kinerja Tenaga Kependidikan
Authors: Gunawan Indra , Hariana Maman , Omanudin Omanudin , Wiyatno Tri Ngudi
Published: July 2024

This research aims to analyze the application of Total Quality Management (TQM) in improving the performance of education staff. In an era of globalization that demands improving the quality of education, TQM is considered a strategic approach that is able to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of education personnel. The research method used is a case study with a qualitative approach. Data collection was carried out through direct observation, in-depth interviews with school principals, teachers and administrative staff, as well as analysis of documents related to the implementation of TQM in selected vocational schools. The research results show that the implementation of TQM contributes significantly to improving the performance of education personnel in several main aspects: first, through strengthening a quality culture that emphasizes the importance of student satisfaction and achieving high education standards; second, continuous work process improvement through the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle; and third, increasing job satisfaction and professionalism of educational staff through continuous training and career development programs. In addition, key factors that support the successful implementation of TQM in the educational environment include strong commitment from school management, active involvement of all stakeholders, and effective and transparent communication. This research also identifies challenges in implementing TQM, such as resistance to change and limited resources, but emphasizes that the long-term benefits of implementing TQM are much greater. The conclusion of this research is that TQM is an effective and efficient strategy in improving the performance of educational staff in vocational schools, and therefore, can be adopted more widely by other educational institutions. Successful implementation of TQM will have a positive impact on the overall quality of education, so that it can produce graduates who are competent and ready to compete in the world of work.
JURISPRUDENCIA ARGENTINA SOBRE LA APLICACIÓN DE LA CONVENCIÓN DE NACIONES UNIDAS SOBRE COMPRAVENTA INTERNACIONAL DE MERCADERÍAS
Authors: Uriondo de Martinoli Amalia
Published: July 2024

El artículo tiene como objetivo destacar la interpretación y aplicación que hacen los tribunales argentinos de algunas normas de la Convención sobre contratos de compraventa internacional de mercaderías, adoptada en Viena el 11 de abril de 1980.
ALGUNOS ASPECTOS DEL ENCUENTRO CLÍNICO EN TIEMPOS DE COVID-19
Authors: Zabalza Guillermina , Schiro María Victoria
Published: July 2024

El presente trabajo tiene como objetivo reflexionar sobre algunas de las implicancias que la pandemia por COVID-19 proyectósobre el encuentro clínico y, en particular, cómo la actual situación ha influido sobre la confidencialidad. Un estudio desde la Bioéticay el Derecho nos permite analizar interrogantes que, o bien la situación de excepcionalidad trajo consigo o bien ya existían, pero fueron develados en este tiempo.
“PECCATA SUOS TENEANT AUCTORES”. EXCEPCIÓN EN EL DERECHO ACTUAL
Authors: Llaryora Bibiana
Published: July 2024

Tomando como punto de partida la regla jurídica que expresa: “Peccata suos teneant auctores”- “Obliguen los delitos a sus propios autores”, contenida en el Libro IX del Código, Título XLVII, denominado “De las Penas”, constitución 221, correspondiente a los emperadores Arcadio y Honorio -año 399- se observa que ese precepto romano está relacionado en nuestro tiempo, con el principio de culpabilidad y el de la personalidad de las penas. Sin embargo, es factible mencionar a una situación que, aparentemente, quedaría fuera de la regla. A ella se hará referencia en el presente trabajo.
LA GESTACIÓN POR SUSTITUCIÓN
Authors: Assandri Mónica , Calderón Laura
Published: July 2024

En el marco del derecho de familia vigente, se examina sobre la base de un análisis comparativo de la jurisprudencia nacional, derecho y jurisprudencia extranjera, si reglamentar en nuestro país “la gestación por sustitución” brinda mayor seguridad, igualdad y protección jurídica a las personas que recurren a estas técnicas o se sigue dejando librado a la discrecionalidad judicial el reconocimiento de este derecho fundamental “a intentar ser progenitores en virtud de una de las técnicas de reproducción humana asistida”, para concluir, asumiendo la necesidad de su regulación a los fines de brindar protección y justa composición de intereses de todos los involucrados.
EL HEREDERO PRIVILEGIADO DE LA EXPLOTACION RURAL EN LA TRADICIÓN JURÍDICA EUROPEA CONTINENTAL
Authors: Fos Medina Juan Bautista
Published: July 2024

El heredero privilegiado del sistema sucesorio especial agrario europeo tiene su antecedente en el sistema de heredero único, típico de la familia troncal, vigente durante siglos en Europa, y que pervive hoy bajo su actual figura, con la adaptación a las nuevas realidades socio-económicas y jurídico-políticas. Ello es así, producto de una tradición jurídica que en lo sustancial permanece, apesar de los cambios operados en los dos últimos siglos. El sistema de heredero privilegiado es un modo de continuar la explotación rural indivisa, propiciando que la familia evite su descapitalización y desarraigo.
نقد فنجنشتين لمبحث اللغة عند القديس أوغسطين
Authors: مروة عبد فهد د.
Published: July 2024

تسلط هذه الدراسة الضوء على كيفية استيعاب الافكار الاوغسطينية في اللغة والمعنى عند الفيلسوف فنجنشتاين, إنّ كتابات أوغسطين عن اللّغة كانت من الأهمية حد أن درسها فيلسوف اللغة فيتجنشتاين وعدة فلاسفة أخرين تناولوها في دراساتهم سواء أشادوا بها أو تم نقدها علميًّا. ويعد فنجنشتاين من الفلاسفة الذين أحدثوا ثورة في فكرة المعنى, بعد أن قدم نظرية ناقدة للنظريات السابقة التي تقول بثبات المعنى, وفي سياق النقد هذا, فهو ناقد لفيلسوف العصر الوسيط في نظرية اللغة والمعنى , فكان سياق الاختلاف في استخدام اللغة وإلى ماذا تشير, وهذا ما سيجيب عنه البحث.
ملامح ما بعد الحداثة في رواية (( معزوفة العنف والخراب)) لإسماعيل سكران
Authors: الاء مهدي البريج م. م
Published: July 2024

من القضايا التي اثارت البحث والجدل في العالم الادبي والنقدي، هي قضية ما بعد الحداثة، فنجد الكثير من المنظرين المعاصرين تطرقوا لهذا المفهوم من خلال نظريات شتى، وقد يكون سبب ذلك ماهية ما بعد الحداثة،  والتي تحكي عن التفكك والتشظي والالتباس، ومن هذا المنطلق سعت هذه الدراسة ومن خلال إتباع المنهج تحليلي نقدي، رصد تقنيات السرد ما بعد الحداثة في رواية معزوفة العنف والخراب2019 للروائي العراقي اسماعيل سكران، مستعينا  بتقنيات   قامت عليها الرواية مثل (التخلي عن الحبكة، تشظي الزمن، السيرة الذاتية، اضطراب الشخصيات)، مع أن الرواية لا تعد رواية ما بعد الحداثية بحتة، الا أن الغلبة فيها كانت لصالح سمات ما بعد الحداثة. يمكننا القول إن اسماعيل سكران قد وظف تقنيات ما بعد الحداثة بشكل موفق الى حد ما في سرده الروائي، وجعل العمل الادبي وسيلة للخلاص من العنف والفساد، ليعبر عن الواقع العراقي المتأزم، اراد الافصاح عنه بتقنيات حديثة،انطلاقا من مقولة "الادب رؤية".
Experimental Study on the Effect of Single Flow Disturber on the Performance of the Straight-Bladed Hydrokinetic Turbine at Low Current Speed
Authors: Madi Madi , Rahmawati Shade , Satrio Dendy , Tuswan Tuswan , Ismail Abdi , Mukhtasor
Published: July 2024

Indonesian Marine Energy Association 2014 provided the results of ratifying the potential of ocean current energy in Indonesia of 17,989 MW. The amount is quite large for the results of several potential points in the territory of Indonesia. However, the potential of ocean currents in Indonesia has not been utilized optimally, even though the current turbine technology is developing rapidly in the world. The existing turbine technology that is already available worldwide cannot be applied directly in Indonesia. This is because the water condition in Indonesia is classified as low-speed current, unlike some countries in the world which are classified as high-speed current. Therefore, a turbine that can work in the condition of the territorial waters in Indonesia, in general, with a low current speed is needed. The turbine technology used in this study consists of turbine A (without a flow disturber) and turbine B (with a single flow disturber). The purpose of this study was to determine the increase in turbine performance at low current speeds. The method used in this study was an in-situ experiment because it was closer to the actual conditions. The results obtained from this study indicated that the addition of a single flow disturber could increase turbine performance at all variations of current speed, namely 0.4, 0.88, and 1 m/s. The most exciting result was that under the low current speed of 0.4 m/s, adding a single flow disturber could increase the ability to self-start from 0 rpm to 7.180 rpm and efficiency from 0 to 4%. In addition, at a current speed of 0.88 m/s with the addition of a single flow disturber, it could increase efficiency from 10.8% to 11.1%. At a current speed of 1 m/s with the addition of a single flow disturber, it could increase efficiency from 16.6% to 18%. That is, turbine B (with a single flow disturber) is very suitable to be applied in the territorial waters of Indonesia, which tend to have low current velocity.
The Many Ways of Being Transparent in Human-Computer Interaction Research
Authors: Jansen Yvonne , Vornhagen Jan Benjamin , Iarygina Olga , Salehzadeh Niksirat Kavous , Besançon Lonni , Dragicevic Pierre , Gori Julien , Wacharamanotham Chat
Published: July 2024

Research transparency has become a common topic of discussion in many fields, including human-computer interaction (HCI). However, constructive discussions require a shared understanding, and the diversity of contribution types and ways of doing research inHCI have made dialog about research transparency difficult. With this paper, we aim to facilitate such dialog by proposing a definition of research transparency that is broadly encompassing to diverse types of HCI research: Research transparency refers to honesty and clarity in all communications about the research processes and outcomes—to the extent possible. We unpack this definition to highlight the different facets of research transparency and offer examples of how transparency can be practiced across different HCIcontribution types, including non-empirical contributions. With this article, we argue that research transparency does not have to be inflexible and that transparency in HCI research can be achieved in many ways depending on one’s methodology or contribution type. Supplementary material is available on https://osf.io/gs4fy/.
Using Multimodal Foundation Models and Clustering for Improved Style Ambiguity Loss
Authors: Baker James Leonard
Published: July 2024

Teaching text-to-image models to be creative involves using style ambiguity loss, which requires a pretrained classifier. In this work, we explore a new form of the style ambiguity training objective, used to approximate creativity, that does not require training a classifier or even a labeled dataset. We then train a diffusion model to maximize style ambiguity to imbue the diffusion model with creativity and find our new methods improve upon the traditional method, based on automated metrics for human judgment, while still maintaining creativity and novelty.
HMLET – High-resolution Machine Learning Eye-tracking Toolbox
Authors: Kazemi Alireza , Geng Joy , Ghetti Simona
Published: July 2024

Eye-tracking technology yields high temporal and spatial resolution data on visual behavior. Detection and quantification of cognitive processes underlying looking behavior can be challenging using conventional processing and statistical analysis. Non-parametric statistical methods are powerful alternatives for high-resolution time series analysis and data driven machine learning techniques can provide an unbiased and explorative description in the analysis of high dimensional data. This paper introduces high-resolution machine learning eye-tracking toolbox (HMLET) that provides an accurate implementation of non-parametric statistical methods in R language and an executable graphic user interface (GUI) comprising novel methods and tools for extraction and analysis of informative measures from eye-tracking data with high temporal resolution. This package supports processing of raw eye-tracking data for basic preprocessing, high-resolution time series analysis, non-parametric permutation tests, data-driven evaluation and selection of eye-tracking measures, a novel visual exploration similarity analysis, along with a sets of visualization tools. HMLET is freely available for download and contribution on GitHub https://github.com/Alireza-Kazemi/MLET, distributed under the MIT license.
Food-Related Social Interaction Fosters Collective Action and Identification with Climate Action Supporters: An Experimental Study in Virtual Reality
Authors: Plechatá Adéla , Morton Thomas , Makransky Guido
Published: July 2024

Social interaction is theorized to be a key mechanism for crystallizing environmental identities, promoting individual and collective action, and through these embedding societal shifts toward sustainability. This preregistered study utilizes networked immersive virtual reality (VR) to investigate these processes in a controlled setting. In a preregistered lab-in-the-field study, participants (255 tested, 194 analyzed) were randomly assigned to one of three conditions: (1) social interaction with environmental feedback; (2) social interaction without environmental feedback, or; (3) no-social interaction without environmental feedback. All participants engaged in a sustainable cooking task in VR, either alone or in a dyad based on the interaction condition. Environmental feedback was achieved by visualizing the impact of food choices dynamically as participants engaged in the cooking task or by not providing such a visualization. Consistent with theory, social interaction conditions significantly increased both social identification with climate-action supporters and collective action intentions compared to the individual condition, and in combination with environmental feedback further increased the emotional experience of hope. The social interaction condition coupled with environmental feedback also led to significantly higher intentions to reduce meat consumption compared to interaction without feedback. No direct effects of conditions were observed on objectively assessed pro-environmental behavior. Exploratory analyses revealed that social identification was significantly correlated with all behavioral predictors with correlations ranging from high for collective action and meat reduction to low for objectively assessed pro-environmental behavior. The study underscoresthe influential role of social interaction in fostering social identification and through this potentially shifting collective, and sometimes individual, pro-environmental behavior.
Was this Registered Report pilot tested?
Authors: Buttliere Brett
Published: July 2024

Vaidis, D. C., Sleegers, W. W., Van Leeuwen, F., DeMarree, K. G., Sætrevik, B., Ross, R. M., ... & Priolo, D. (2024), published in AMPPS, included 104 authors from 39 research teams attempting to replicate the induced-compliance paradigm in study 1 Croyle and Cooper (1983). The study was preregistered and receives public marks for transparency and rigor. Yet, one thing that is transparently missing is any mention of pilot or pretesting the study to make sure it works before having the 39 labs try to replicate with those materials. This leaves the entire effort open to small problems, since it is also the first time most of the teams were trying a study like this. Thus, we ask what piloting mechanisms if any were employed, and suggest to the community more generally that it makes sense to make sure a protocol is working before sending it out to e.g., 39 places.
Real-time assessment of motives for sharing and creating content among highly active Twitter users
Authors: Lorenz-Spreen Philipp , Arslan Ruben C. , Kozyreva Anastasia , Swire-Thompson Briony , Geers Michael , Herzog Stefan Michael , Hertwig Ralph
Published: July 2024

What motivates people to share and create content online? In real time, we linked each of N=2,762 individual posts (retweets and newly created content) with the self-reported motives from a sample of N=137 highly active US Twitter users over the course of one week. We also captured their total activity of N=48,419 posts over 10 weeks (March-May 2022). Our results reveal that sharing (retweeting) political content stemmed mostly from motives related to expression and identity. When creating content, participants were more likely to be motivated by the goals of informing and persuading others, for which they used negative language and expressed outrage. In contrast, entertaining content and positive language was used for socializing and attention. Original and political content featuring outrage and anger was more likely to be subsequently retweeted by others. These findings may denote adaptive strategies in the incentive structure of social media that rewards such content.
Corporate Governance in Nepalese Insurance Company
Authors: Acharya Tej Prasad
Published: July 2024

Corporate governance is one of the best systems by which corporate organizations are guided and managed, Nepalese corporations are realizing the need to initiate good corporate governance practices to create enterprise value. The thrust of this paper was to understand the magnitude and direction of transparency, fairness, accountability, and reliability on corporate government issues of Nepalese insurance companies. Accomplished the quantitative paradigm of study as a blend of guided literature reviews. The study has been carried out based on the primary data with a structured questionnaire. All the stakeholders of insurance companies of Nepal are a population of the study and seventy-two respondents from different sectors are taken as a sample with stratified sampling method. Measurement of corporate governance issues measured on a five-point Likert scale method. The primary data is examined by descriptive as well as inferential statistics methods. Findings show that there is a significant impact of transparency, fairness, accountability, and reliability on the corporate governance issues of Nepalese insurance companies. However, transparency of the activities is a major key element in maintaining corporate governance issues.
Baniya’s Maharani: Dismantling Maharani Myth
Authors: Upadhyay Toya Nath
Published: July 2024

This paper makes a review of Chandra Prakash Baniya's Madan Puraskar winning novel, Maharani (2019). Written in local colour, the book is a historical fiction that unveils an untold history of the Parbat Rajya (one of the 24 states before the unification of modern Nepal by Prithvi Narayan Shah). The main story revolves round the rivalry of two siblings, Bhadribam and Malebam for the ascendency to the throne. Bhadribam is elder by conception whereas Malebam by birth. As per the prevailing practice, the royal court decides in favour of Malebam. Bhadribam rebels. Vishwaprabha, the princess of Deupur who is engaged with Malebam for marriage, becomes victimized in the rivalry. Despite being engaged with Malebam, she gets ready to marry Bhadribam to save the Parbat Rajya from being divided. Ambitiously, even after having Vishwaprabha, Bhadribam continues to plot against Malebam for the throne. Vishwaprabha spoils his conspiracy and saves the Parbat Rajya. In recognition of this, Malebam awards her with the title of Maharani (Queen Mother). But Vishwaprabha does not enjoy this political title. She rather chooses the life of a recluse and goes missing soon. However, after her disappearance, she remains deeply in the collective memory of the people of Beni and the neighbouring areas. In course of time, mythicizing her as goddess, they begin to worship her. But Baniya defies this myth and simply regards her as a brave and patriotic lady. This review revolves around the question: how and why does the writer dismantle the myth in the novel, Maharani?
Stability Evaluation of Lanedada Twin Tunnel in KTFT
Authors: Sapkota Subodh , Shrestha Sandeep , Neupane Nabaraj
Published: July 2024

The construction of underground tunnels, particularly in roadway systems, is a highly complicated and demanding process, necessitating careful consideration of geological variability, environmental impact, and safety concerns. This thesis emphasizes the critical importance of determining the optimal separation between twin tunnels, balancing the need for environmental conservation, economic efficiency, and structural stability. The study particularly focuses on the Kathmandu Terai/Madhesh Fasttrack (KTFT), a major expressway project in Nepal, which includes twin tunnels at three different sites under varying geological conditions. A detailed case study is conducted on the Lanedada Twin Tunnel, spanning 1.430 kilometers through the Siwalik Hill. Various methodologies, including empirical, analytical, and numerical approaches, are employed to assess tunnel stability. The findings reveal discrepancies in predictions of tunnel squeezing, with Singh et al.'s method indicating no squeezing potential, while Goel et al.'s method identifies squeezing in half of the evaluated sections. Additionally, the approaches by Hoek and Marino (2000) and Shrestha and Panthi (2015) are applied to estimate tunnel deformation at six specific locations. An analysis of rock support systems using the Rock Massm Rating (RMR) classification and the Q system is presented. Special attention is given to the section at 34+160, where the RS2 software is utilized to simulate varying pillar widths between the twin tunnels, allowing for a comparative analysis of different scenarios. This research aims to contribute to the understanding and implementation of safer, more feasible twin tunnel constructions, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of large-scale infrastructure projects.
Effect of gestational naural pasture allowance on muscle development of lambs
Authors: Ithurralde Lemes Javier , Bielli Alejandro , Pérez Raquel , Saadoun Ali
Published: July 2024

To study the effects of gestational undernutrition induced by a lower natural pasture allowance on myogenesis and meat production in lambs, two experiments were carried out. In the first, Corriedale sheep were fed contrasting natural pasture allowances (23 days before conception until gestation day 122) and myogenesis was evaluated in 70-day-old fetuses and newborns. In the second, similar ewes were fed with contrasting natural pasture allowances (day 30 of gestation until parturition) and the productive performance, quantity and quality of meat and muscular characteristics in 200-day-old lambs were evaluated. A lower pasture allownace affected fetal myogenesis (fewer secondary fibers) and was associated with reduced mitotic and myoblastic fusion activity in some muscles. In newborns, maternal undernutrition affected muscle histology, fibrillar biological and contractile properties (MyHC-I and GLUT-4). Likewise, undernutrition strongly reduced muscle IGF-1 and could compromise neonatal hypertrophic compensation. On the other hand, maternal undernutrition from day 30 to parturition affected growth, carcass quality and muscle weights at 200 days, although these effects were mainly sex-dependent, with males being the most affected. Maternal undernutrition affected fibrillar composition (greater oxidative activity) in all muscles at 200 days. Biochemical and meat quality characteristics were also affected, although these effects depended on both muscle and sex. In summary, a lower gestational pasture allowance negatively affected fetal myogenesis and neonatal muscle characteristics (worse hypertrophic capacities), and induced fetal programming effects on muscle mass and muscle characteristics at 200 days. This implies that, regardless of postnatal conditions, intrauterine alterations induce muscular changes, which may be related to the ability to grow and the quality of the meat produced. Likewise, our results highlight the importance of considering the sex of the animal and the muscle when studying these effects.
Developing Reading Arabic Skills Among University Students in South Sulawesi
Authors: Sultan Muslihin , Yahya M
Published: July 2024

Although research on Arabic reading skills among students has been widely documented, few studies discuss this issue from the geographical perspective of Islamic universities. Thus, this study aims to analyze the form of guidance and strategies for developing Arabic reading skills among students of Islamic Universities in South Sulawesi. This research uses an explanatory case study research design. Data collection was carried out by in-depth interviews with interested parties. Data analysis uses grounded theory. The findings showed that the form of fostering kitab kuning (Islamic classical texts) reading skills among students includes the selection of appropriate curriculum and syllabus, the use of the latest pedagogical approaches, activating mentorship, the use of peer learning, the use of multimedia and visual data sources, and the use of supporting and parallel texts. In addition, the results also show that the strategies for developing kitab kuning reading skills among students include the involvement of university stakeholders, the use of integrative learning methods, the creation of student dormitories, and increased budget allocations. This research implies the importance of a coordinated and integrated approach in designing and implementing educational strategies that educate, inspire, and empower students. In addition, the findings also offer important insights into ways that educational institutions can improve learning effectiveness and better prepare students for their future.
Aparato para realizar experimentos de Fluorescencia de Rayos X y de pérdida de energía de partículas α en un laboratorio de Física a nivel licenciatura
Authors: Mendoza-Flores Juan Antonio , Serrano-Juárez Derian Leonel , Pineda-Santamaría Juan Carlos , Reynoso-Cruces Salvador , Miranda Javier
Published: July 2024

Se describen el diseño y el funcionamiento de un dispositivo para realizar experimentos de espectrometrías de rayos X y de partículas cargadas, en un laboratorio avanzado de enseñanza de Física, a nivel licenciatura. Se presentan dos experimentos que pueden llevarse a cabo en seis sesiones de tres horas, cada uno. La primera práctica se refiere a la medición de probabilidades de transiciones radiativas de vacantes con fluorescencia de rayos X, usando la radiación γ producida por una fuente de 241Am para inducir la emisión de rayos X K de elementos lantanoides. En el segundo experimento se mide el espesor de una muestra delgada de un polímero, mediante la pérdida de energía de partículas α emitidas por una fuente triple de 239Pu-241Am-244Cm al atravesar el blanco. Con esto, los alumnos reciben una introducción a las técnicas de vacío, manejo de fuentes radiactivas, detectores de radiación ionizante y electrónica nuclear, así como también se muestra la importancia del cálculo de incertidumbres y errores experimentales.
Mathematica para entender la aritmética del color
Authors: Moreira Pablo
Published: July 2024

El trabajo propone una manera visual de entender la aritmética del color usando el software Mathematica y las leyes de Grassmann. El uso de Mathematica permite visualizar estas leyes de una manera que sería difícil . La representación vectorial de las leyes de Grassmann es una herramienta valiosa para la docencia y el aprendizaje de la teoría del color, debido que permite a los estudiantes comprender cómo funciona la aritmética del color de una manera intuitiva.La metodología propuesta utiliza Mathematica para crear una representación visual de las leyes de Grassmann. Comprender los conceptos matemáticos involucrados, permite que mediante el uso de software como Mathematica puede hacer que la aritmética del color sea más fácil de entender y usar.
Calibración de la Unidad de Medida Inercial de un Dispositivo Móvil
Authors: Tobar C. D. , Bravo Montenegro Diego Alberto , Rengifo C. F.
Published: July 2024

En este artículo se propone un método para la calibración del acelerómetro y del giróscopo de una unidad de medida inercial (UMI), el cual se basa en muestras de señales de aceleración, velocidad, y orientación. La calibración de cada uno de los dos componentes de la UMI requiere estimar nueve parámetros; tres asociados a errores de no ortogonalidad entre los ejes coordenados, otros tres derivados del sesgo del instrumento en las tres direcciones espaciales, y los tres restantes corresponden a las diferencias de los ejes coordenados en cuanto a sus factores de conversión entre valores medidos y unidades físicas. El procedimiento propuesto, el cual encuentra cada vector de nueveparámetros utilizando un algoritmo de optimización basado en el principio de los mínimos cuadrados, se aplicó a un teléfono móvil Samsung Galaxy A32.
There is a knowledge mobilization gap in musculoskeletal injury research in the military context
Authors: Edwards Chris M.
Published: July 2024

LAY SUMMARY

Injuries involving the musculoskeletal system are extremely common among military personnel and place a considerable burden on the individual in addition to impacting operational effectiveness. While a considerable amount of research is being conducted to reduce the prevalence and impact of such injuries, rates of members having their military career ended due to musculoskeletal injuries (MSKIs) remain high. Systems to identify, track and research MSKIs might be more successful if communication was improved between researchers and stakeholders by 1) engaging leadership at each step, 2) translating and disseminating research findings directly to support personnel (e.g., health care professionals, physical training staff), and 3) presenting and discussing research findings with service members to educated them and to have them assist in the interpretation of results. This perspective piece highlights a gap in knowledge sharing between the research community, military members, and practitioners supporting humans in uniform.
Applications of biodegradable lignin-g-PLGA and lignin-g-PCL polymers for sustainable agriculture
Authors:   , Garcia Lira Alvaro
Published: July 2024

"The dissertation explores the applications of grafted biodegradable lignin-polyesters (LN-PCL and LN-PLGA) in sustainable agriculture, specifically for controlled agrochemical delivery via nanoparticles and films. Alkali lignin (ALN) and lignosulfonate (SLN) were modified using acylation and ring opening polymerization (ROP) onto PCL, and acylation onto PLGA at various (A/S)LN ratios. Amphiphilic LN-PCL polymers formed nanoparticles (NPs) with a core-shell structure, loaded with MFZ, exhibiting a hydrophilic LN outer layer and a hydrophobic PCL core. The grafting methods and degree of polymerization (DP) influenced NP diameters, ranging from 80.21±0.2 nm (acylation) to 245.0±1.5 nm (ROP). Lignin NPs (LNPs) from the acylation reaction grafting method showed a cumulative release of MFZ of only 36.78±1.23%, over 192 hours, while an increase in DP through ROP grafting method reduced cumulative release from 92.39±1.46% to 70.59±2.40% over the same time frame. Furthermore, PCL films incorporating LN-PCL synthesized by ROP were studied for delivering hydrophobic atrazine (ATZ) and hydrophilic metribuzin (MTZ). The incorporation of LN-PCL into PCL films led to hydrogen bond formation, increased crystallinity, and a ~2-fold increase in Young’s modulus. Lower DPs (≤57) in LN-PCL decreased the contact angle from 78° (PCL) to 68° (LN-PCL/PCL composites). UV evaluations showed over 98.0±0.1% UVA and 94.5±0.0% UVC light absorbance by LN-PCL films. Release studies revealed that 27.9% of ATZ and 75.0% of MTZ were released in the first four weeks, with a slight increase in cumulative ATZ release and potential MTZ reabsorption. Additionally, the study synthesized and characterized 1-octadecanethiol (ODT) surface-modified CuS NPs, which were entrapped in (A/S)LN-PLGA NPs for controlled release of Cu and S ions. CuS NPs were synthesized via the citrate method, and their surfaces were modified with ODT. (A/S)LN:PLGA ratios (1:1 and 2:1) facilitated CuS-ODT NPs entrapment, with SLN-PLGA NPs being smaller (122-130 nm) than ALN-PLGA NPs (132-162 nm). Cu and S release in aqueous solutions was controlled over 168 hours, with a total dissolution of 30.50% and 28.21% for S, higher than 0.76 and 4% for Cu for ALN-PLGA1:1 and ALN-PLGA2:1. Overall, this dissertation highlights the potential of LN-based NPs and films for controlled agrochemical delivery, emphasizing their role in sustainable applications."
Quench System Design
Authors: MacKenzie D. Scott
Published: July 2024

Agitation is one of the most critical areas of quench system design. This article provides an overview of the impact of agitation on quench uniformity, followed by a general discussion of the selection and use of various types of agitators, including recirculation pumps, jet mixers, forced air (sparging), and impellers. A brief overview of heat-exchanger types and their selection criteria is also provided, along with simplified calculations for approximating heat-exchange requirements. The methods of selecting a quenchant are provided. Recommendations for system maintenance are also described. Much effort is placed on the proper design of the furnace for temperature and atmosphere uniformity, proper temperature control, and exact carbon potential. However, the design of the quench tank can have a drastic effect on the overall system performance, with proper design ensuring proper mechanical properties (hardness, strength, and fracture toughness) as well as distortion control.
Gas Quenching Fundamentals
Authors: Heuer Volker
Published: July 2024

Gas quenching is one of the standard quenching technologies used in fabricating metallic components. The gas quenching process is usually performed at elevated pressures and is therefore mostly referred to as high-pressure gas quenching (HPGQ). This article presents the physical principles of HPGQ and also presents the equipment for gas quenching. The article describes the three types of gas that are mainly used for HPGQ: nitrogen, helium, and argon. It provides the mathematical model for heat fluxes and temperatures during HPGQ. The article also presents typical industrial applications for HPGQ in addition to equipment process and safety.
Analiza uporabe aplikacije za sledenje stikov med mladimi: študija primera Nemčije
Authors: Masnec Lana , Trkman Marina
Published: July 2024

Pandemijo koronavirusne bolezni covid-19, so mnogi zaznali kot prelomno točko za množično vpeljevanje in uporabo storitev e-zdravja. Del storitev e-zdravja, ki lahko pomembno prispevajo k obvladovanju širjenja bolezni, so aplikacije za sledenje stikom. Te so učinkovite, ko jih dejansko uporablja zadostni delež prebivalstva (56-60%), ki pa v evropskih državah, v času pandemije covid-19, ni bil dosežen. Ker lahko v prihodnosti pričakujemo širjenje nevarnih virusov, je potrebno razumeti dejavnike aktivne uporabe in zavračanja aplikacij za sledenje stikom. V članku preučujemo ali prej znani dejavniki vpliva na namero uporabe, vplivajo tudi na dejansko uporabo aplikacije. V empirični študiji se osredotočamo na mlade odrasle, stare med 18 in 35 let. Z rezultati binarne logistične regresije lahko potrdimo, da na dejansko uporabo aplikacije statistično značilno vplivajo: zaznana enostavnost uporabe, družbeni vpliv, zaznana uporabnost na ravni posameznika in zaskrbljenost glede zasebnosti. Vpliva pa nismo potrdili za zaznano uporabnost na ravni družbe in za zaupanje v tehnologije.