bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
VISUALIZATION OF COLLABORATIVE NETWORKS AND TOPIC TRENDS IN PROACTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL STRATEGIES TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: A BIBLIOMETRIC REVIEW
Authors: XIAO WANG , CHIN THOO AI
Published: December 2024

This study aims to identify research themes and emerging trends through a systematic bibliometric literature review on proactive environmental strategies towards sustainable development, using data from the Web of Science and Scopus databases over the past 20 years from 2004 to 2024. In this paper, a bibliometric analysis, a quantitative method for evaluating academic literature, was conducted to analyze and visualize the number of documents, collaborative networks, and keyword networks. The results indicate that research on proactive environmental strategies towards sustainable development has been increasing year by year. The main research themes were identified through keyword analysis using bibliometric tools including environmental management, environmental performance, corporate social responsibility, and product life cycle assessment. Emerging trends in this field include stakeholders, human resource management, green innovation, and environmental policy. Based on the literature analysis, this study proposes a future research agenda suggesting that future studies should focus on cross-country and cross-industry comparative studies, the influence of national political policies, stakeholder-driven green innovation, and the role of government in promoting proactive corporate environmental strategies. Focusing on these areas is important as they address the multi-faceted and interconnected nature of corporate environmental strategies. By examining the comparative contexts, policy influences, stakeholder roles, and governmental support, researchers can provide comprehensive insights and actionable recommendations for promoting sustainable business practices globally.
THE INFLUENCE OF GAMIFICATION ON STUDENT MOTIVATION AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT: INSIGHTS FROM A PRE-EXPERIMENTAL STUDY
Authors: LIN CHONG WEN , DONG WANG AI , NOOR NORAH MD
Published: December 2024

Educators continue to explore how to adapt to the needs of he technology and formulate learning curricula that can greatly affect learners' motivation to study among different learners' learning styles. However, there is a lack of research examining the relationship between gamification tools and their impact on academic performance and motivation across various learning styles, particularly in secondary education within international school settings. Therefore, this pre-experimental research aims to explore the learning style and motivation of secondary school students in international schools and the relationship between the integration of gamification tool in the classroom and academic performance. A total of 25 Year 7 secondary school students from the Mandarin Advance class of an international school in Johor Bahru were recruited to participate in this study. All of them were given the links to Google Forms to access the questionnaire, which included demographical questions, VAK Learning Styles, Motivation (ARCS) and Quizizz Preference Questionnaire. Wilcoxon and Kruskal-Wallis tests were applied to investigate the differences between the variables. The results revealed significant differences between students' academic performance and motivation element (Satisfaction) after using Quizizz. However, there is no significant difference in academic performance and motivation among different learning styles after using Quizizz. Research also found no relationship between motivation level and academic performance among different students' learning styles. However, students believe that Quizizz is very interesting and useful in learning, so schools and teachers can better use Quizizz to guide students in the classroom by understanding students' learning methods, thereby improving students' motivation to learn. Future researchers will be able to refer to the limitations and recommendations if they conduct similar research.
Policy learning in collaborative government: A framework for adaptive and resilient public policy
Authors: Martikalini Citra
Published: December 2024

Collaborative government has emerged as a critical approach in addressing complex public challenges that demand adaptive and resilient policies. This study explores the concept of policy learning within collaborative government settings, emphasizing its potential to foster innovation and flexibility in public administration. By conducting a comprehensive literature review, the research identifies the key dimensions and mechanisms that support adaptive and resilient policymaking. The findings suggest that effective policy learning requires robust stakeholder engagement, dynamic knowledge-sharing platforms, and iterative evaluation processes. Furthermore, the study introduces a conceptual framework that integrates collaborative governance practices with adaptive policy principles. This framework offers a systematic approach to enhancing policy resilience in the face of uncertainty and rapid societal changes. The discussion highlights the theoretical implications for governance studies and the practical applications for policymakers. By addressing the gap between collaborative governance and policy learning, this research contributes to advancing the discourse on resilient public policies. Future studies are encouraged to empirically test the proposed framework and explore its applicability in diverse governance contexts.
The impact of criminal punishment on the public employee in the crime of bribery in Iraqi law and Algerian law (Comparative study)
Authors: Hliyil Jaafar Mohammed
Published: December 2024

This research examines the impact of criminal punishment on public employees who commit bribery, comparing Iraqi and Algerian legal systems. The study highlights the responsibilities of public employees and how criminal penalties, whether original, subsidiary, or precautionary, affect their legal and professional status. Iraqi and Algerian laws emphasize the importance of maintaining job integrity and public trust. The study explores penalties like imprisonment, fines, and confiscation alongside precautionary measures that limit employees’ rights or restrict their duties. The comparative analysis reveals legislative gaps, particularly in addressing precautionary measures tailored for public employees. While Algerian law focuses on preventing criminal danger through general precautionary measures, Iraqi law adopts a more structured approach to employee misconduct and subsequent disciplinary actions. The research concludes with recommendations to enhance accountability, prevent bribery, and protect public office integrity. Proposals include increasing employee awareness, improving salaries to reduce corruption incentives, and strengthening legislative frameworks to address preventive and rehabilitative measures. This study underscores the necessity of balancing legal punishment with precautionary mechanisms to combat bribery effectively and safeguard public administration’s efficiency and reputation.
Enhancing Sustainability in Project Management through Smart Technology Integration: A Case Study Approach to Green Building Projects
Authors: Lawal Yusuf Adedayo , Sanwoolu Jermaine Ayotunde , Adebayo Omowunmi Temitope , Olateju Olawale Ibrahim
Published: December 2024

The combination of smart technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and Building Information Modelling (BIM), however, has become the disruptive approach to improve sustainability in project management, particularly in green construction projects. The objective of this study is to assess the effect of these technologies upon sustainability end points, specifically toward outcomes, including energy efficiency betterment, cost/waste reduction, and optimization of resources use. Based on the Resource-Based View (RBV) and Stakeholder Theory, the current study, for the first time, offers, a theoretical structure to explain how smart technologies relate to sustainability goals. Employing a mixed-method design, the present study obtained quantitative data with standardized questionnaires and qualitative data through semi-structured interviews. SPSS Statistics quantified the outcomes while qualitative data were coded with NVivo to establish relevant themes, for example energy efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction. Results show that IoT-based systems and BIM has a notable effect on project sustainability by providing real-time data for decision making, decreasing operational defaults, reduced environmental impact. This study makes a contribution to the sustainable management of the project literature by presenting the economic and environmental advantages of smart technologies. It also offers practical recommendations--e.g., policy frameworks and capacity-building programs--to facilitate the meta-scale introduction of these technologies. These observations are of great use to those working in the industry, the policy makers and researchers who are contributing to the development of sustainability in the construction industry.
The Duality of Structure Behind the Practice of Reporting in Perpetuating the Existence of Corporations
Authors: MT. Sirait Charles Bonar , Widaningsih Titi , Dua Michael , Rusadi Udi
Published: December 2024

This research aims to reveal the duality of the structure carried out by MNC Group through Okezone.com in news related to the Broadcasting Bill. The delay in the ratification of the Broadcasting Law No. 32 of 2002 is the background for the dominance of media discourse by MNC Group which fights for a Multi Mux or Hybrid Mux system that is more beneficial to them than the government-supported Single Mux model. This research uses a critical paradigm with a qualitative approach based on Anthony Giddens' structural theory and Teun A. van Dijk's critical discourse analysis. The results of the study show that 12 news articles in Okezone.com throughout 2017–2018 reflect the dominance of MNC Group in building public opinion to support the Multi Mux system. The duality of structures is seen in three dimensions: significance, dominance, and legitimacy, which systematically intervene in the public space. This research highlights that economic-political motives are the main drivers, where the power of the media is used to marginalize the public interest for the benefit of certain groups. This study concludes that the power of the media supported by the socio-political structure has the potential to threaten the balance of information and democracy in the Indonesian broadcasting ecosystem.
The Literacy and Technological Digitalization Improvement Of Z-Generation
Authors: Yustinah Yustinah , Setiawan Anjar
Published: December 2024

The literacy and technology digitalization improvement for Z-generation is carried out as a realization of digital development in all sectors, including higher education. The improvement of literacy and the digitalization of technology for Z-generation were examined through stages that include (1) introduction; (2) objectives; (3) implementation; (4) steps; (5) materials; (6) references; and (7) assessment and final evaluation. The research subjects consisted of 465 students currently taking the Indonesian Language course, with details as follows: 45 Public Health A students; 46 Public Health B students; 42 Public Health C students; 34 Public Health D students; 42 D3 Nursing students; 86 Nutrition A students; 86 Nutrition B students; and 84 Medical students. Research method—data collection using Google Forms. The results of this study indicate that the improvement of literacy and technology digitalization is balanced between planning at 61.23%, implementation at 52.81%, and evaluation at 54.2%. This shows a balance between the improvement of literacy and the technology digitalization of Z-generation. Balance occurs between knowledge and skills and between theory and practice in the enhancement of literacy and the digitalization of Z-generation technology.
Building Customer Loyalty Through Polimart Customer Satisfaction At Manado State Polytechnic
Authors: Mamusung Robby Tanod , Lumingkewas Cindy Sandra
Published: December 2024

This study aims to test and explain the effect of customer satisfaction on customer loyalty. The research sample consisted of 100 respondents who were Polimart customers at the Manado State Polytechnic, with a sampling technique using the accidental sampling method. The data collected was analyzed through a series of statistical tests, including instrument validity and reliability tests, linearity tests, simple regression analysis, and hypothesis tests (t-tests). The results of the analysis show that customer satisfaction has an insignificant negative influence on customer loyalty. This indicates that while customer satisfaction is important, other factors may be more dominant in influencing customer loyalty. These findings provide insight that the relationship between satisfaction and loyalty is not always linear or direct, especially in the context of Polimart. This research suggests that Polimart re-evaluate the factors that can increase customer loyalty more effectively. For example, paying attention to aspects of the overall customer experience, offering attractive loyalty programs, or creating a strong emotional connection between customers and brands. Thus, managers can design more comprehensive marketing strategies to increase customer loyalty, regardless of the level of satisfaction felt. These findings also open up further research opportunities to explore other factors that may be more significant in influencing customer loyalty in educational retail environments such as Polimart.
The Use of Advanced Technology (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning) To Prevent the Funding of Terrorism in Indonesia
Authors: Wisesa Rafi , Priyanto Sapto , Syauqillah Muhamad , Subroto Athor
Published: December 2024

The financing of terrorism in Indonesia, has become increasingly complex due to the involvement of various domestic terrorist organizations. These groups obtain funds through diverse sources such as direct donations, membership fees, self-funding, and the misuse of non-profit organizations (NPOs). This study aims to explore and analyze the potential and challenges of utilizing advanced technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), in preventing terrorist financing in Indonesia. The research employs a qualitative descriptive approach, utilizing secondary data from FATF reports and related literature. The findings indicate that AI and ML can significantly enhance the detection and investigation of suspicious financial activities, provide real-time transaction monitoring, and facilitate inter-agency collaboration. However, challenges such as data limitations, regulatory complexity, high implementation costs, and data security and privacy issues must be addressed to fully leverage these technologies. This study provides recommendations for developing a supportive regulatory framework, enhancing inter-agency cooperation, and investing in better data infrastructure to effectively utilize AI and ML in combating terrorist financing.
Political Ethics in the Perspective of Government Decision-Making and Policy on the Development of the Nation and State
Authors: Suhardiman Taufik
Published: December 2024

This research aims to examine political ethics towards government policies, political culture towards government policies, political ethics towards public trust, political culture towards public trust, and government policies towards public trust. The data analysis method employed is quantitative, specifically utilizing correlational research. Correlational research is a general approach focused on estimating covariation among naturally occurring variables. The objective of correlational research is to identify predictive relationships using correlation techniques or statistical methods. The research findings indicate that political ethics significantly influence government policies. Based on the results, it is evident that the public holds a highly positive view of the political ethics of their politicians, indicating a strong belief that politicians operate with high ethical standards in carrying out their public duties. The findings also demonstrate that political culture significantly impacts government policies. This implies that changes or improvements in political culture can directly and significantly influence the direction of policies adopted by local governments. Political ethics have a significant impact on public trust. The data shows that adherence to norms and the adoption of ethical guidelines are crucial factors in building public trust in politicians. Political culture also has a significant influence on effective public trust, consistent with regional development plans, providing measurable outcomes, and undergoing continuous evaluation, which are critical factors in enhancing public trust. Government policies have a significant positive impact on public trust, reflecting the government's commitment to ensuring that implemented policies are not only beneficial but also transparent and accountable.
Knowledge Mapping of Research on Internal Control in Government: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Hadiyanti Endang , Jannah Lina Miftahul , Lutfi Achmad
Published: December 2024

The interest in the concept of internal controls system has been growing consistently over the past few years to study the use and the effectivity of this system, particularly in government. Yet, a comprehensive and updated review of this field is still lacking. In this paper, we use bibliometric analysis and VOSviewer software to investigate the research related to the government internal control. Focusing on publications in journals indexed in the Scopus database, we conducted a quantitative bibliometric analysis from 1970 to 2023 and found 397 journal articles. Result shows that it has grown considerably in the last few years. We were also able to identify the authors, journals, nations or regions, and citation counts that helped to grow the body of research on this topic. Indonesia is the nation with the greatest number of published documents related to the topic, followed by China, the United States, and other countries. According to the author's keywords, accountability, control, ethics, fraud, governance, Malaysia, and performance have all received a lot of attention. In the end, we draw the conclusion that more interdisciplinary research is required to gather information and to improve the study by employing different analytical tools.
Implementation of Character-Based Holistic Education in Islamic Boarding School Educational Institutions
Authors: Faisol Ahmad , Baharuddin Baharuddin , Padil Moh , Barizi Ahmad
Published: December 2024

Current education has not fully paid attention to the development of students' personalities as a whole, with there still being a dichotomy between science, institutions, and educational concepts. Therefore, a holistic character education model is needed that integrates religious education with the general curriculum and emphasizes mastery of science and technology to produce students with character and develop as a whole. This study aims to analyze the concept, implementation, and impact of character-based holistic education in SMP Ar-Rohmah Islamic Boarding School (IBS) Malang. With a qualitative approach based on case studies, data was obtained through interviews, observations, and documentation, and analyzed using triangulation of data sources. The results of the study show that character-based holistic education at Ar-Rohmah IBS Junior High School includes: (1) Concepts formulated based on holistic education values as graduation standards; (2) Implementation consisting of three stages: planning (determining grades, teacher training, and providing facilities), implementation (integrating character values into lessons, methods, school programs, and communication between components), and evaluation through coordination meetings and integral report cards; (3) Positive impacts in the form of improving the quality of graduates who have strong faith, superior academic and non-academic achievements, and high independence, as well as increasing public trust in this institution. This educational model emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to produce a generation with character and able to compete in the modern era.
Authority of Local Governments in Emergency Conditions in Banten Province
Authors: Hia Era Era , Effendy Khasan , Prabowo Hadi , Maryani Dedeh
Published: December 2024

To accelerate the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, the government implemented Large-Scale Social Restrictions (PSBB) and the Enforcement of Community Activity Restrictions (PPKM) to reduce community activities to suppress the spread of the virus. However, the implementation of this policy presents challenges, especially related to the authority of the local government in Banten Province and the strategies used in the emergency condition. This research uses McMahon's theory of authority, which divides authority into three categories: expert authority, promise authority, and cooperate authority. Local government strategies are analyzed using the SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) approach. This research is qualitative with a descriptive method. Data was obtained through observation triangulation, interviews, and document review, and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman method which included data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawn. The results of the study show that the authority of local governments in the conditions of PSBB/PPKM is very limited because they must obtain permission from the Ministry of Health and follow the provisions set by the central government. The strategies implemented include: (1) Strength-Opportunity, by utilizing the support of other parties and increasing public awareness; (2) Weakness-Opportunity, in the form of strengthening policy control through cooperation with the TNI/Polri and cross-sector coordination; (3) Strength-Threat, educating the public and meeting basic needs during PSBB/PPKM; and (4) Weakness-Threat, tightening policies and licensing to increase public compliance. This strategy is designed to optimize the role of local governments in dealing with emergency conditions.
The Influence of Business Analysis and Environmental Orientation on Green Business Strategy with Green Innovation as a Mediation Variable in SMEs that are members of the Sibakul Jogja Platform in Yogyakarta City
Authors: Sari Puaspita Irinne Sukma , Sabihaini Sabihaini , Kristanto Heru
Published: December 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of business analysis and environmental orientation on green business strategy with green innovation as a mediating variable in SMEs incorporated in the SiBakul Jogja platform in Yogyakarta City. This research uses quantitative descriptive methods. The sample in this study was 100 SMEs. The sampling technique used purposive sampling. The data analysis method used in the study was Partial Least Squares (PLS). The results of this study are business analysis has a positive and significant effect on green business strategy. Environmental orientation has a positive and significant effect on green business strategy. Business analysis has a positive and significant effect on green innovation. Environmental orientation has a positive and significant effect on green innovation. Green innovation has a positive and significant effect on green business strategy. Green innovation positively and significantly mediates business analysis on green business strategy. Green innovation positively and significantly mediates environmental orientation on green business strategy.
The Role of Women in The Implementation of Religious Moderation in The Family Environment in the 4.0 Era
Authors: Zahro Indah Rohmatuz , Musya’adah Umi
Published: December 2024

Women who become mothers in the family have a very crucial role in classifying the values of religious moderation in the family environment, especially in the 4.0 era. As Madrasah Al-ula in children's education. Women who become mothers are role models for their children, therefore mothers become role models, so mothers should carry out their children's education duties well, so that in the future it is hoped that a good generation will also be formed. As the main educator for children in the 4.0 era, there are many challenges faced where the flow of information that is fast and easily accessible can spread radicalism. This paper aims to analyze how the role of women in educating children to grow up to be moderate and moral individuals in the midst of digital information flow.
The Relationship Between Transformational Leadership and Teacher Organizational Commitment in Secondary Schools in Padang City, West Sumatra
Authors: Ramadhini Kurniati
Published: December 2024

Education plays an important role in improving the quality of a country's human resources. In Indonesia, teacher quality is a major concern, as seen from the results of the Teacher Competency Test (UKG) in 2012 to 2015. Of the 1.6 million participants, 1.3 million teachers did not meet the minimum competency standards, which of course has an impact on the quality of education. To overcome this problem, attention must be focused on improving the quality of teachers, not just on changing the curriculum. Another challenge is the low level of active participation of teachers in school activities and technology adaptation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many teachers lack enthusiasm and innovation in implementing online learning. In this context, organizational commitment becomes important which is influenced by factors such as leadership style. This study examines the relationship between transformational leadership and organizational commitment among junior high school teachers in Padang City, West Sumatra. Using a quantitative approach, data from 159 teachers in six schools were analyzed using SPSS version 26.0. The results showed that transformational leadership significantly influenced organizational commitment. This study emphasizes the importance of enhancing transformational leadership in strengthening teachers' organizational commitment. Educational organizations are expected to utilize these findings to improve teacher quality and support national education goals. This research also contributes knowledge to the world of education, especially for educational organizations in Indonesia.
The Role of Street Vendors in Local Economic Development: Exploring Their Contribution to Regional Economy
Authors: Anwa Febry Yeni , Karno Karno
Published: December 2024

This study aims to explore the role and contribution of Street Vendors (PKL) in local economic development. Through data collection from 50 respondents involved in PKL activities, analysis was conducted on demographic characteristics, types of products sold, and daily earnings of the vendors. The results show that the majority of respondents are within the productive age range (27-40 years), predominantly male, with educational backgrounds of SMP (junior high school) and SD (elementary school), and an average trading experience between 2 to 5 years. The most sold products are food, with 95% of respondents contributing to the local economy by paying retribution when trading in places that require an entrance fee. Validity testing of the questionnaire indicates that all questions are well-measured, while reliability testing yields values above 0.7, indicating that the research instrument is reliable. Moreover, frequency analysis shows that 60% of respondents are food traders, with an Independent Samples T-Test revealing that the average daily earnings of food vendors reach Rp 250,000, while non-food vendors average only Rp 180,000, indicating a significant difference. This research emphasizes the important role of PKL in creating jobs, increasing community income, and contributing to local economic sustainability, and is expected to provide insights for decision-making in policies that support the development of the informal sector and the improvement of community welfare.
Transnational Colonial Fantasies: Ambivalence, Identity, and the 'Exotic Other' in German, African, and American Contexts in, “Geschichte eines Hottentotten von ihm selbst erzahlt” (1773) by Christian Ludwig Willebrand
Authors: Ajeboriogbon Titilope
Published: December 2024

This paper explores Christian Ludwig Willebrand's Geschichte eines Hottentotten, von ihm selbst erzählt (1773) within the transnational colonial context of 18th-century German and African and American relations. The analysis uses Homi Bhabha’s theories of mimicry and ambivalence and Susanne Zantop's concept of “colonial fantasies” to interrogate the portrayal of Kori, a biracial protagonist, as an emblem of colonial tensions between identity, power, and race. This essay shows how internalized colonial ideologies and mimicry establish hierarchies among the colonized while disrupting colonial binaries. Moreover, it positions Willebrand’s novel an important but complicit text in the colonial imagination while simultaneously offering a structural and psychological dynamic of the 18th-century colonial discourse. In sum, the essay engages with the German colonial ambitions toward Africa and the racial dynamics of the Americas, while reflecting a broader colonial ideology.
Influential Features Analysis And AI-Driven Accuracy Enhancement: A Study Case For DDoS Detection
Authors: Nguyen Le Ba , Nguyen Quoc-Binh , Tran Ngoc Hong
Published: December 2024

Cybersecurity is known today as one of the greatest challenges of the modern era. Among the various types of cyber attacks that threaten our security, the Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is among some of the most common, effective, and well-recognized attack strategies. Since this form of attack is meant to disrupt the availability factor covertly, it can be detrimental to the targeted machines and difficult to be discovered. Because of that, there have been a number of approaches, as well as solutions that have been devised in order to detect it as accurately and efficiently as possible. Impressively, data mining methods have been employed to identify patterns of DDoS attacks from the computer network traffic. Nevertheless, the recent works’ results have not yet mentioned which factors of the computer network traffic play the most vital role in indicating the potential for true positive attacks. Additionally, with the Machine Learning approach, there are still ample opportunities to enhance the attack prediction accuracy of the detection model. As such, in this paper, we attempt to explore factors that would influence the classification result, and leverage a variety of Machine Learning algorithms, i.e. Random Forest, Naive Bayes, Logistic Regression, and Multilayer Perceptron, for the purpose of improving the accuracy of data classification. The experiments were deployed using CICIDS2017 dataset and compared with the other related works on the same dataset. The experimental outcomes of our methodologies and analyses demonstrate some potential and effectiveness enhancement compared to previous works. Moreover, we analysized and concluded the insight of how side factors affect the attack identification result. The collected information from our analysis identifies dominant factors, and opens a new view for their hidden correlationship directly affecting the attack labeling.
Accessibility Issues Faced by Wheelchair Users: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Imtiaz Iqra , Ahmad Naveed , Asees-ul-Hassan  , Ali Liaqat , Mustafa Muhammad , Mehmood Zoya
Published: December 2024

A cross-sectional survey was conducted in Islamabad to determine the accessibility issues faced by wheelchair users in commercial areas. Participants with various disabilities, ranging from spinal cord injuries to partial or full-body amputations, were enrolled using a convenient sampling technique. Exclusions included mentally handicapped individuals and those temporarily using wheelchairs post-surgery but otherwise healthy. The study was conducted from September 2021 to March 2022. Data was collected from 277 participants using a self-structured questionnaire to determine the accessibility issues they face and analysis was done using SPSS version 21. Out of the total of 277 participants, 202 (72.9%) were males and 75 (27.1%) were females. Results indicated that 147 (53.1%) participants reported difficulty finding special parking places for wheelchair users. Additionally, 118 (42.6%) faced issues using sidewalks and walkways due to the absence of handrails, and 95 (34.3%) cited the lack of accessible routes as a major problem. The study concluded that most commercial areas in Islamabad are not wheelchair-friendly, lacking adequate infrastructure to facilitate hassle-free commuting for wheelchair users. The findings highlight the critical need for improvements in urban planning to enhance accessibility in these zones. This study's unique focus on Islamabad provides context-specific insights that differ from broader studies conducted globally. It emphasizes the importance of tailored solutions to address local accessibility issues. The results underscore the necessity of addressing these barriers to ensure inclusivity for all citizens.
THE PREVELENCE OF KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS IN INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF INDUSTRIAL STATE HAYATABAD PESHAWAR
Authors: Khan Hafiz Yaseen khan
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE: To find the prevalence of knee Osteoarthritis among the industrial workers of Industrial State Hayatabad, Peshawar, Pakistan,
Background: prevalence of knee osteoarthritis among industrial workers, with a sample size of 123, the cross-sectional study was conducted at the Industrial State in Hayatabad, Peshawar. To collect the data, 41 individuals from each industry were interviewed in a sequential order
Methodology: It was a  cross-sectional study to investigate the prevalence of knee osteoarthritis among industrial workers in Peshawar's Bottling Hayatabad, a questionnaire was used with a sample size of 123 participants. Data were gathered in a sequence with 41 participants from each industry. The collected data was analysed by using SPSS version 22 to obtain the prevalence of knee pain.
RESULTS: According to our data the results reveals that a total of 123 subjects participate in our study in which n= 87 (71.8%) reported positive response toward KOA. the most frequently affected age group for KOA was age group 40-55 years of age (old) n=15(96.29%) out of total 16 participants. In working frame frequently affected group of participants was those who work for 15-20 years reported positive response towards KOA n= 9 (100%) 0ut of 9 participants, According to the results of our study all the participants who work for 12 hours daily reported high prevalence of KOA n=7 (81.81%) out of 9 total participants.
Among the affected subjects most of the participants n=40 (46.35%) subjects have mild pain, while the most frequently contributing position for KOA was standing where n=34 (38.82%). Effects on ability to sit or stand was n=64 (74.24%), effects on ability to lift objects was n=64(74.24%).
CONCLUSION: This study concludes that KOA is most common in industrial workers of industrial state who worked for 12 hours daily and the most frequently contributing  position for KOA is standing followed by sit to stand position
   KEY WORDS: Industrial workers, Knee pain, KOA
Beyond the Pill: Exercise as a Potential Treatment for Menstrual Migraines
Authors: Choudhary Avi , Kaushik Himani
Published: December 2024

Menstrual migraine is a very common type of headache in women, caused by decreased estrogen levels during the menstruation cycle. It typically occurs two days before menstruation and lasts until the third day of menstrual bleeding. Treatment includes medications and preventive measures. Studies suggest that yoga and high-intensity interval training can be beneficial. Regular physical activity can help regulate hormone levels and reduce stress, potentially managing menstrual migraines.
Analisis dan Implementasi Metode Viola-Jones dan CNN pada Sistem Deteksi Kantuk Real-Time
Authors: Ritonga Alven Safik , Muhandhis Isnaini
Published: December 2024

Deteksi kantuk merupakan langkah penting dalam meningkatkan keselamatan dan produktivitas, khususnya di sektor transportasi dan industri. Kantuk dapat memicu kecelakaan fatal, terutama bagi pengemudi dan pekerja industri. Penelitian ini mengembangkan sistem deteksi kantuk berbasis visi komputer menggunakan kombinasi metode Viola-Jones dan Convolutional Neural Network (CNN). Viola-Jones digunakan untuk mendeteksi wajah dan mata secara cepat sebagai langkah awal, sementara CNN dilatih untuk mengklasifikasikan kondisi mata (terbuka atau tertutup) yang menunjukkan kantuk. Sistem ini dirancang untuk berjalan secara real-time dan dapat diakses melalui website. Dataset yang digunakan terdiri dari 3.232 gambar, dibagi menjadi dua kelompok: 1.432 gambar kondisi fokus dan 1.800 gambar kondisi kantuk, dengan pembagian data 80% untuk training dan 20% untuk testing. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa sistem berhasil mencapai akurasi 91% dengan precision, recall, dan F1-score sebesar 0,91, mengindikasikan kinerja yang tinggi dalam mengklasifikasikan kondisi kantuk dan fokus. Pada saat pengujian, proses training berlangsung selama 22 menit 39 detik untuk 80 epoch dengan learning rate 0,001. Model ini memberikan deteksi kantuk yang akurat dan responsif dalam berbagai kondisi pencahayaan dan pose, sehingga dapat digunakan untuk meminimalisir risiko kecelakaan akibat kantuk.
The Destructive Potential of Penile Actinomycosis: A Case Report
Authors:   Metro Infectious Disease Consultants, Hsueh Leon , Singh Abhi ,   Ascension Saint Francis
Published: December 2024

Actinomyces species are branching, gram-positive, facultative anaerobes that can be found in the oral cavity’s normal ﬂora, as well as in the intestinal and female genitourinary tracts [1]. However, they can cause human pathology, typically forming ﬁstulous tracts or slow-growing masses that invade adjacent structures. One hallmark feature of actinomycosis is the presence of sulfur granules, which are often observed in the affected tissues or drainage [2]. We report a rare case of genitourinary actinomycosis in a male patient who presented with an acute penile abscess and erosion of adjacent structures.
DESIGNING A SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL PROTECTION SYSTEM IN UKRAINE: A COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION
Authors: Ignatyuk Anzhela , Rašticová Martina , Prykaziuk Nataliia , Sholoiko Antonina , Tkalenko Nataliia , Versal Nataliia
Published: December 2024

Social values hold heightened importance, particularly during wartime. Ukraine's social protection system is designed to help vulnerable groups of people, yet it faces financial constraints, with many resources being redirected towards military needs. Consequently, evaluating its effectiveness is crucial, and it is essential to develop recommendations to enhance its resilience and adaptability.The goal of this research is to evaluate the social protection system of Ukraine and to make recommendations to fill the gaps in its functioning.The evaluation of Ukraine's social protection system utilized the Core Diagnostic Instrument (CODI tool) from the Inter-Agency Social Protection Assessments to the extent possible, given the constraints posed by limited information availability. This tool consists of four modules: policy, program design, program implementation, and system assessment guidelines. Thirteen experts from Ukraine provided an assessment of eight criteria. This comprehensive evaluation of Ukraine's social protection system allows for the identification of its strengths and weaknesses.The social protection system of Ukraine was evaluated, receiving an average score of 2.5 out of 4. Strengths include a well-developed legislative base for social protection and the use of a program-targeted method for implementing budget programs with social dimensions. However, weaknesses were also identified, such as low levels of social standards, insufficient funding, numerous social protection authorities with potential duplications and overlaps in their activities, and a weak information dissemination system regarding the realization of social protection goals.Several measures are needed to address the shortcomings in Ukraine's social protection system: raising the level of social standards to better reflect current economic conditions and consumer price trends; reviewing the sources of financing for social protection programmes to ensure a more effective allocation of resources; and modernising the social protection reporting system to improve the decision-making process. The implementation of these recommendations will contribute to the development of a more adaptable and resilient social protection system in Ukraine.
FINANCIAL STABILITY IN THE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM OF ENTERPRISES: SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND FORMALIZATION OF ASSESSMENTS IN THE CONDITIONS OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Zadorozhnyy Zenovii-Mykhailo , Muravskyi Volodymyr , Zhukevych Svitlana , Khoma Nadiya , Danylyuk Iryna , Bashutskyy Roman
Published: December 2024

The idea of sustainable development entails the modernization of the financial mechanism and the development of financial activity models in the context of ensuring their stability at various levels of economic management. Financial stability refers to the state of financial resources where assets and liabilities are balanced in a fluctuating internal and external environment, maintaining financial solvency and appealing to investors, all while operating within a manageable risk threshold. The analysis of such indicators allows for assessing the enterprise's readiness to meet its debts, financial independence, and efficient management of own and borrowed funds.The aim of this article is to explore theoretical and methodological approaches and methods of systemic analysis of the financial stability of enterprises under conditions of sustainable development. The theoretical foundations and methodological approaches to systemic analysis of financial stability were studied. The financial stability analysis of enterprises was conducted using a methodology for calculating the coverage of assets by their financing sources. The proposed financial stability calculation algorithm utilizes a balance model of financial equilibrium and involves computing a three-component indicator to determine the optimal coverage levels for financing sources using both absolute and relative metrics. This method enables the identification of weak areas within a company, which can serve as potential reserves for enhancing its financial standing. Analytical indicators that form part of the systemic financial stability analysis include the financial independence ratio (autonomy), the financial dependency ratio (equity multiplier), the loan capital concentration ratio, the financial risk ratio, the financial stability ratio, the long-term debt ratio, and the equity mobility ratio. The calculation of the proposed analytical indicators for assessing financial stability across enterprises of various organizational and legal forms and business sizes demonstrated the universality and broad applicability of this systemic analysis methodology.
ASSESSMENT OF IMPLICIT AND EXPLICIT ILLICIT REGION FINANCIAL FLOWS, CONDUCTED THROUGH THE FRAUDULENT ACTIONS OF LOCAL AUTHORITIES: THEORETICAL BASIS
Authors: Kuzior Aleksandra , Užík Ján , Dotsenko Tetiana , Riabyi Rostyslav , Filatova Hanna , Reshetniak Yaroslav
Published: December 2024

Estimating illicit financial flows is crucial for increasing transparency and fighting corruption at the regional level. This study aims to develop a comprehensive methodology for assessing both hidden and overt illicit financial flows arising from the fraudulent activities of local authorities. The proposed methodology involves modelling and estimating the volume of illicit financial capital based on the convergence of elements of descriptive and canonical analysis, as well as the Minkowski metric. The scientific and methodological approach considers 30 relevant indicators that allow for the most complete assessment of illicit financial flows mediated by public officials. The algorithm of the developed methodology provides for the following steps: (1) formation of a data sample of 30 factors; (2) division of factors into four groups by means of logical analysis: the first group – factors for assessing the loss of financial resources from implicit illegal financial flows; the second group - factors for assessing the loss of financial resources from explicit illegal financial flows; the third group – factors for assessing the probability of accumulation of implicit illegal capital flows; the fourth group – factors for assessing the probability of accumulation of implicit illegal capital flows; (3) checking the data for multicollinearity; (4) determining the presence of intergroup relationships and the direction of influence for the formed groups of factors based on canonical analysis; (5) normalizing the input statistical database; (6) optimizing the number of relevant factors by means of factor analysis, principal component analysis; (7) construction of an integral indicator, based on the Minkowski metric; (8) construction and graphical visualization of the rating of quantitative categories of illicit financial flows by the level of the integral indicator; (9) formalization of qualitative categories of the level of illicit financial capital based on the Harrington scale for assessing illicit financial flows.
FINANCIAL AND HR MANAGEMENT OF TOURISM ENTERPRISES
Authors: Barna Marta , Melnyk Iryna , Topornytska Mariia , Turchyniak Mariia , Reshetylo Lydia
Published: December 2024

The article analyses the financial and HR management of tourism enterprises and considers key aspects of their activities, in particular, HR strategies, financial planning, and resource efficiency. The impact of key financial and HR factors on the profitability of assets of leading Ukrainian tour operators is studied. A factor analysis of indicators is carried out, their impact on the profitability of assets is determined, and multivariate regression models of the dependence of financial results on HR characteristics are built. Methods for forecasting the coefficients of financial and HR management of tour operators for the period 2025–2027 are proposed. It is established that HR factors have a significant impact on financial efficiency. The need for a comprehensive approach to financial and HR management, based on analysis, modelling, and forecasting, is substantiated to ensure the competitiveness of tourism enterprises. The study is aimed at developing recommendations for increasing the efficiency of financial and human resources management, strengthening market positions, and adapting business entities to changes in the external environment.
ANALISIS PENGARUH VARIASI DIAMETER PIPA INLET TERHADAP KINERJA POMPA HIDRAM
Authors: Gultom Edo J M
Published: December 2024

A hydram pump (Hydraulic Ram Pump) is a device that transfers water from a lower location to a higher one,
or from a moderately elevated place to a higher elevation. The principle of a hydraulic ram is based on the impact of
water, which then pushes water to a higher location. The purpose of this research is to analysis the effect of Inlet pipe
diameter variation on hydram pump performance. The research method used is the Pre-experimental design method. This
research varies the pipe diameter to obtain efficient performance values resulting from water pumping. The analysis of
the effect of Inlet pipe diameter variation on the performance of the hydraulic pump in this study uses 1 inch, 2 inch, and
3 inches. From the research, it was found that the highest discharge rate was at the 1 inch Inlet pipe with 4.8 × 10−5
𝑚4/𝑠, the lowest discharge rate at the outlet valve was found at the 1 inch Inlet pipe with 9.85 × 10−5 𝑚4/𝑠, and the
highest discharge capacity was obtained at the 1 inch Inlet pipe diameter with 61.95%.