bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Air Pollution: A Systematic Review
Authors: SeyedAlinaghi SeyedAhmad , Karimi Amirali , Pashaei Ava , Kianzad Shaghayegh , Soleymanzadeh Mahdi , Mojdeganlou Hengameh , Mojdeganlou Paniz , Ghasemzadeh Afsaneh , Razi Armin , Dashti Mohsen , Shojaei Alireza , Tamehri Zadeh Seyed Saeed , Amiri Ava , Nooralioghli Parikhani Sahar , Mehraeen Esmaeil , Jahanfar Shayesteh , Afsahi Amir Masoud
Published: July 2024

Introduction:

The efforts to reduce COVID-19 transmission could significantly affect
pollution and weather in most parts of the world due to the reduction of industrial activities and road
transport. Hence, this systematic review aimed to assess the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on
air pollution.

Methods:

The keywords were searched in the online databases of Scopus, PubMed, and Cochrane.
We applied the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA).

Results:

Generally ambient air pollutants (PM2.5, PM10, NO2, NOX, NO, SO2, CO, black carbon,
BTX (benzene, toluene, and Xylene), NH3, HCHO, PAHs, CH4, Solid Waste, UFPs (Ultrafine particle,
≥115.5 nm)) decreased significantly during lockdown period due to restricted human activities.
Noteworthy, controversial findings have been reported concerning O3 levels; most studies, especially
in East Asia, reported enhancement in the levels of O3, which was mainly attributed to meteorology
factors. Although the COVID-19 pandemic caused a global health crisis, the improvement in
worldwide air quality status was significant.

Conclusion:

Generally, pollutants generated by industrial activities were observed to be significantly
reduced during lockdowns.
Microwave-Assisted Synthesis of Biodiesel and Related Fuel Additives
Authors: Pandhurnekar Chandrashekhar , Pandhurnekar Himani , Yadao Babita
Published: July 2024

With the rising cost of non-renewable petroleum fuels, growing
environmental concerns, and energy shortages, industrial-scale production of biofuels
and their additives using readily available resources has gained a lot of attention. The
cost-effective and commercial development of clean energy sources is expected to be
aided by various renewable biomasses for the synthesis of biofuels or fuel additives.
Microwave techniques with various precursors could be one of the strategies for the
synthesis of biofuels or gasoline additives, with advantages such as being very energyefficient, less time-consuming, high selectivity, a greener approach, and high-yield
producing procedures. This microwave effect is caused by microwave radiations
interfacing with the molecules of solute, solvents, or catalysts throughout the reaction.

This book chapter covers a broad spectrum of scientific and instrumental aspects of
microwave radiation methodology in chemical synthesis, the practical approach of the
microwave reactor design, the production of different biofuels and additives using
microwave techniques, and the advantages, and several limitations of this
methodology.
Data Mining in Banks: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Shabu Kavya , Vasanthagopal R.
Published: July 2024

Overview: Banking is the core influencing unit of the economy and over the
years, the banking system has evolved from digitalization to the management
information system, enabling complex blockchain technology and fintech to take the
lead. Data mining is a process within the management information system that enables
the banks in decision-making. Data warehousing and data mining are now common
processes in every industry to efficiently implement customer relationship
management.

Purpose: The purpose of the study is to analyse the trend, author origin, keywords(DE)
and relevant sources to this field. This is done through the identification of best sources
of journals based on Bradford’s Law and source citation index, relevant keywords
according to thematic mapping, thematic evolution and also analyzing clusters through
network and overlay visualization.

Approach of the Study: The study is conducted by accumulating data from the
database SCOPUS and 366 records were found for further analysis after the application
of required filters. The extracted file was further run in Biblioshiny and Vosviewer for
analysis.

Paper Type: Analytical Paper.
Relevance of Big Data Analytics in the Banking Sector
Authors: V. Sumi K.
Published: July 2024

As the need for real-time data availability and reporting capabilities grew
over the following several decades, increasingly sophisticated database standards and
applications were created. These developments have recently started to accelerate due
to the rising use of advanced analytics and data visualisation in recent years. The
process of extracting hidden insights from vast amounts of organised and unstructured
data known as data science now makes use of highly developed technology such as
data mining, machine learning, and advanced analytics. Big data is no exception to the
banking industry's history of being an early user of new technologies. Big Data is a
term used to describe an expanding body of data that is both structured and
unstructured and is present in a variety of formats. Volume, velocity, variety, value,
and truthfulness are this technology's key characteristics.
Performance Appraisal and Organizational Outcome via the Mediating Effect of Relationship with Peer Group and Subordinates-A Tool for HR Analytic
Authors: Jayadev S. , Sumitha R.
Published: July 2024

The human resources industry has undergone significant transformation as a
result of the advent of HR analytics. Managers are now able to make accurate databased decisions leading to better performance. Organizations utilize HR analytics to
examine employee turnover, utilize talents effectively, gather information for decisionmaking, etc. HR analytics can also boost performance, productivity, and profitability
when they are linked with corporate strategy. Performance Appraisal is a continuous
system of evaluating employees based on their set goals. HR analytics is very useful
during the performance evaluation cycle as it assists employers in identifying
performance gaps and closing them using the data available. Equally important in the
appraisal process are the peer group and subordinates, whose inputs in the form of data
help assess and improve performance. These variables may be tracked and shared with
management and staff to help everyone perform better and be more productive. In this
context, the study aims to explore the mediating effect of peer groups and subordinates
in the performance appraisal process and how it contributes to the organizational
outcome of selected IT Companies in Kerala.
Emerging Landscape in Business Analytics Technologies
Authors: Mavoothu D.
Published: July 2024

This review paper tries to capture the emerging landscape in business
analytics technologies with the main focus being to identify the potential challenges
due to this emergence. With the projected global data creation of 170 ZB by 2025, with
enterprises comprising around 60% of that 170 ZB total, companies need weighty
analytics technologies to maneuver them. Cloud, data warehouses, big data, and new
software/hardware developments have intensified the unfolding of analytics. Analytics
as such has not changed much, but analytical technology has undergone a lot of
changes. New and emerging analytics technologies include hybrid data architecture,
containerization, data fabric, IoT, blockchain, connected cloud, etc. Business
analytics innovative technologies bring new opportunities and challenges, but not
without net gain.
Livelihood Vulnerability Resilience Capacity of the Rural Economy in Nigeria’s Bauchi State
Authors: Sadiq Sanusi Mohammed ,   Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Federal University Dutse, Nigeria, Singh Invinder Paul , Ahmad Muhammad Makarfi , Umar Mahmood Bala ,   Department of Agricultural Economics, Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University, India,   Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Bayero University, Nigeria,   Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Federal University Dutse, Nigeria
Published: July 2024

Purpose This research explores the livelihood vulnerability resilience capacity of the rural economy in Nigeria's Bauchi state, aiming to inform sustainable livelihood policies in the region. Design/methodology/approach Data from 322 households in Bauchi state was collected using a structured questionnaire and interview schedule, employing a multi-stage random sampling technique. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. Findings Households with more livelihood assets tend to use adaptive strategies like diversification and intensification, reducing vulnerability. However, food insecurity can mask this adaptive capacity, impacting household resilience and rural economy sustainability. Research limitations/implications The findings are specific to Bauchi state and may not be generalizable to other regions or countries. Originality/value This study sheds light on the resilience capacity of households in Bauchi state, emphasizing the importance of enhancing factors that buffer vulnerability and resilience capacity. The findings suggest that resilience capacity significantly influences food security and sustainable livelihoods in the region, highlighting the need for targeted policy interventions.
Comparison of Sharia Banking Performance in Malaysia and Indonesia According to Maqashid Sharia Perspectives
Authors: Munir Misbakhul ,   Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Brawijaya, Indonesia, Ekawaty Marlina , Manzilati Asfi
Published: July 2024

Purpose The research objective was to analyze the difference of sharia banking performance in Malaysia and Indonesia through measurement tool of maqashid index of MPEM and PMMS Design/methodology/approach This research used comparative study quantitative method and secondary data with observation period of 2014-2021. Findings Based on the MPEM index of maqashid sharia, this research result referred that Indonesia was superior in the dimension of preserving religion, maintaining wealth, and continuing offspring. Based on PMMS maqashid sharia index, Malaysia was superior to Indonesia in all indicators consisting of educating individuals and upholding justice and welfare. Research limitations/implications The research objective was to analyze the difference of sharia banking performance in Malaysia and Indonesia through measurement tool of maqashid index of MPEM and PMMS period of 2014-2021 Originality/value The countries in Southeast Asia region have applied this Dual Banking System including Indonesia and Malaysia. The use of different system applied in banking field should affect the difference of performance measurement. MPEM and PMMS were taken as alternatives of maqashid sharia-based banking performance measurement which was more proper if it was functioned to measure the performance of sharia banking.
The Impact of Incentives on Data Collection for Online Surveys: Social Media Recruitment Study (Preprint)
Authors: Sobolewski Jessica , Rothschild Allie , Freeman Andrew
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND

The use of targeted advertisements on social media platforms (eg, Facebook and Instagram) has become increasingly popular for recruiting participants for online survey research. Many of these surveys offer monetary incentives for survey completion in the form of gift cards; however, little is known about whether the incentive amount impacts the cost, speed, and quality of data collection.

OBJECTIVE

This experiment addresses this gap in the literature by examining how different incentives in paid advertising campaigns on Instagram for completing a 10-minute online survey influence the response rate, recruitment advertising cost, data quality, and length of data collection.

METHODS

This experiment tested three incentive conditions using three Instagram campaigns that were each allocated a US $1400 budget to spend over a maximum of 4 days; ads targeted users aged 15-24 years in three nonadjacent designated market areas of similar size to avoid overlapping audiences. Four ad creatives were designed for each campaign; all ads featured the same images and text, but the incentive amount varied: no incentive, US $5 gift card, and US $15 gift card. All ads had a clickable link that directed users to an eligibility screener and a 10-minute online survey, if eligible. Each campaign ran for either the full allotted time (4 days) or until there were 150 total survey completes, prior to data quality checks for fraud.

RESULTS

The US $15 incentive condition resulted in the quickest and cheapest data collection, requiring 17 hours and ad spending of US $338.64 to achieve 142 survey completes. The US $5 condition took more than twice as long (39 hours) and cost US $864.33 in ad spending to achieve 148 survey completes. The no-incentive condition ran for 60 hours, spending nearly the full budget (US $1398.23), and achieved only 24 survey completes. The US $15 and US $5 incentive conditions had similar levels of fraudulent respondents, whereas the no-incentive condition had no fraudulent respondents. The completion rate for the US $15 and US $5 incentive conditions were 93.4% (155/166) and 89.8% (149/166), respectively, while the completion rate for the no-incentive condition was 43.6% (24/55).

CONCLUSIONS

Overall, we found that a higher incentive resulted in quicker data collection, less money spent on ads, and higher response rates, despite some fraudulent cases that had to be dropped from the sample. However, when considering the total incentive amounts in addition to the ad spending, a US $5 incentive appeared to be the most cost-effective data collection option. Other costs associated with running a campaign for a longer period should also be considered. A longer experiment is warranted to determine whether fraud varies over time across conditions.
Designing Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS): A User-Centred Lens of Design Characteristics, Challenges, and Implications—A Systematic Review (Preprint)
Authors: Bayor Andrew A. , Li Jane , Yang Ian A. , Varnfield Marlien
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND

Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS) have the potential to play a crucial role in enhancing healthcare quality by providing evidence-based information to clinicians at the point of care. Despite their increasing popularity, there is a lack of comprehensive research exploring their design characterisation and trends. This limits our understanding and ability to optimise their functionality, usability, and adoption in healthcare settings.

OBJECTIVE

This systematic review aims to analyse the design characteristics of CDSS, identify design-related challenges, and provide insight on the implications for future design.

METHODS

This review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) recommendations and used a Grounded Theory analytical approach to guide the conduct, data analysis, and synthesis. A search of five major electronic databases (PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, IEEE Xplore, and the Journal of Decision Systems) was conducted for articles published between 2013 and 2023, using predefined design-focused keywords (design, user experience, implementation, evaluation, usability, and architecture). Out of 1922 initially identified articles, 40 passed screening and eligibility checks (by two researchers) for a full review and analysis.

RESULTS

Analysis of the studies revealed that User-Centred Design (UCD) is the most widely adopted approach for designing CDSS, with all design processes incorporating functional or usability evaluation mechanisms. The CDSS reported were mainly clinician-facing and mostly standalone systems, with their design lacking consideration for integration with existing clinical information systems and workflows. Through a UCD lens, four key categories of challenges relevant to CDSS design were identified: 1) usability and user experience, 2) reliability and effectiveness, 3) data access, and 4) context and clinical complexities.

CONCLUSIONS

While CDSS show promise in enhancing health care delivery, identified challenges have implications for their future design, efficacy, and utilisation. Adopting pragmatic UCD design approaches that actively involve users is essential for enhancing usability and addressing identified user experience challenges. Integrating with clinical systems is crucial for interoperability and presents opportunities for AI-enabled CDSS that rely on large patient data. Incorporating emerging technologies like explainable AI can boost trust and acceptance. Enabling functionality for CDSS to support both clinicians and patients can create opportunities for effective use in virtual care settings.
Job insecurity Akibat Pandemi Covid-19: Studi Kasus Anggota Komunitas Lava Tour Kelurahan Umbulharjo
Authors: Syahrani Lutfi Syahwa
Published: July 2024

The eruption of the Covid-19 pandemic significantly impacted tourism activities in the Lava Tour sector within the Umbulharjo Village of Cangkringan, sparking concerns among locals regarding the looming threat of job insecurity, particularly among jeep drivers. In light of this, fostering strong personal resilience becomes crucial in tackling the issue of job insecurity. This research aims to shed light on how members of the 13 Lava Tour jeep communities in Umbulharjo Village managed to navigate, adapt to, and eventually recover from job insecurity. The Conservation of Resources Theory (COR), outlined by Hobfoll (2018), serves as the framework to analyze this resilience. Results indicate that community members indeed faced job insecurity, experiencing temporary unemployment and a profound sense of helplessness due to lacking support networks within the community, the Asosiasi Jip Wisata Lereng Merapi Sisi Timur, and the government. However, the resources played a crucial role in enabling them to confront this challenge. Consequently, members of the Lava Tour tourism community in Umbulharjo Village demonstrated enhanced individual resilience after the pandemic, notably through implementing financial management practices such as savings programs and introducing innovative shifts in their marketing strategies.
Producing and Using Organic NPK Fertilizer From Agricultural and Household Waste by a Farmer Group in Sleman, Yogyakarta
Authors: Sudaryatno Sudaryatno , Prasetya Agus , Sulaiman Muhammad , Sartika Heni Wahyu , Santoso Dian Hudawan , Bato Marjan , Fadliyah Nurul , Maliga Iga , Kisnanto Indro
Published: July 2024

The agricultural industry, including the cultivation of paddy and vegetables, plays a crucial role in the economy of Padukuhan Dukuh and serves as its residents' primary source of income. Nevertheless, farmers have expressed that the challenge of acquiring subsidized fertilizers from the government substantially hinders the agricultural process. Compound fertilizer, often known as NPK fertilizer, is a specific chemical fertilizer frequently used by farmers to enhance soil fertility rapidly. This community service program aims to spread awareness about using alternative fertilizers (such as compost and liquid organic NPK) to minimize the adverse effects of fertilization on the environment. Additionally, the program seeks to promote the conversion of agricultural and household waste into organic fertilizers. The service activity took place from September 10 to October 14, 2023. Padukuhan Dukuh is the location where the production of alternative organic fertilizers using agricultural and home waste takes place. This service aims to offer support to the members of the "Ngudi Makmur" Farmer Group, located in Padukuhan Dukuh, Sinduharjo, Ngaglik, Sleman, DIY. There were 20 members of the farmer group present at the service. The community service stages are categorized into various implementation methodologies, specifically knowledge sharing, a workshop, monitoring, and evaluation. The results have been collected, and a favorable response from the community has been received. This offers a unique organic NPK fertilizer that is readily available and more efficient. The program has been assessed from various perspectives, including its sustainability. Several aspects must be taken into account to evaluate the program's sustainability. These factors encompass the necessity to enhance the caliber of human resources, augment crop output, maintain the reliability of fertilizer production via compost houses, and consider the economic and socio-cultural values.
Introducing Market Access Using Trade Map to Export Products for a Micro and Small Entrepreneur in Bandung
Authors: Angela Francesca Klarensia , Rifawan Affabile
Published: July 2024

Rahsa Nusantara is an Indonesian start-up established in 2016 with a specialization in crafting natural products derived from local ingredients. One of their products is Sukhaloka, a natural collagen booster extracted from taro's tuber. This product is rich in hyaluronic acid, offering hair, skin, and nail’s health benefits. As Rahsa Nusantara aims to expand globally, the company faces challenges in gaining international market access. In response, a community empowerment program was conducted by Universitas Padjadjaran, collaborating with the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Center. The program involved two weeks of preparation, foreign market research, and a virtual consultation session with FTA Center expert. The findings highlighted the potential export destinations, such as Japan, where the demand for collagen products is notably high. The FTA Center expert provided valuable insights and recommendations, including product positioning, cost breakdown, and the importance of certifications for specific markets. The program successfully equipped Rahsa Nusantara with knowledge and tools for effective market entry. The study concludes by emphasizing the need for ongoing collaboration, continuous market research, and the implementation of expert advice for sustained success in international trade.
Training on Making Organic Fertilizer at SMPN 5 Satu Atap Labuhan Badas, Sumbawa Regency
Authors: Khairi Alfassabiq , Dwilaksono Fahmi , Purnamasari Ayu , Ardiansah Gatot
Published: July 2024

Organic fertilizer application is a fundamental approach to improving soil structure and nutrient content in order to encourage sustainable agricultural development and high economic benefits. Promoting the use of organic fertilizers for the young generation is one of the steps to educate them on how to utilize organic manure. The community service activity aimed to provide information and an introduction to plants through the use of school grounds for cultivation and to introduce the making of organic fertilizers at the junior high school level. The organic fertilizer was produced from decomposing organic materials such as dry leaves, cow manure, brown sugar, and bioactivator. The community service program presented a positive experience for students by gaining knowledge and experience in making organic fertilizer. They produced organic fertilizer that met the required parameters and was successfully applied to the schoolyard's plants. As a result, they can recognize the health benefits associated with the use of organic fertilizers.
Kemenarikan Objek Wisata Instagram Dalam Perencanaan Pariwisata
Authors: Mayang Fitri Ebtana Sella , Wijaya Ridho Gata
Published: July 2024

The development of Instagram tourism objects in various parts of the world has encouraged many tourists to compete with each other to visit the place. Based on previous studies, it was stated that most of the visitors from this Instagram tourist attraction were millennials. In terms of terminology, Instagram tourism attraction is a tourist destinations which have unique, exist, and hits characters. It also used and utilized as photo hunting objects to share on Instagram accounts. The high interest of millennial tourists to produce and get the good photos has encouraged the development of similar Instagram tourism attraction. According to Gunn (1993), tourist destinations can attract tourist visits if it have several components such as attractions, services, information, promotions and transportation. However, these components are not the main focus in planning and developing Instagram tourism. The purpose of this article is to try to analyze the attractiveness of Instagram tourism attraction and it can be used as a reference in planning the management of Instagram tourism objects. This article used a qualitative method by using secondary data sources which are collected from several scientific articles, books, statistical data, and newspaper media. The results of this article found that the attractiveness of Instagram tourism attraction is actually a tourist activity that solely wants to pursue visual pleasure because the character of this attraction type is a blurry attraction. Therefore, planning of the development of Instagram tourism attraction must consider the components that can encourage to creating/producing good visual quality. Keywords: instagram tourist attraction, blurry attraction, planning and developing
Peran BUMDes dalam Pengembangan Pariwisata Berbasis Masyarakat di Desa Torongrejo Pasca Pandemi COVID-19
Authors: Shiona Altlya Elok Yearmil , Widianto Ahmad Arif
Published: July 2024

Community based tourism is one of the tourism development models that makes the community the main actors in its development. As an institution formed to empower the community, BUMDes Bejo has a business unit focused on tourism development. This research aims to elaborate on the role of BUMDes Bejo in developing community based tourism through the Banyu Rancang tourist attraction from its inception to the present. The research uses a qualitative descriptive research method with a case study approach. Data collection techniques in this research include observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The principles of Community Based Tourism (CBT) and Anthony Giddens' Structuration theory are used to analyze the results. The research results show that the role of BUMDes in developing community based tourism in Torongrejo Village is not optimal, attributed to the unclear BUMDes structure since the pandemic and a lack of suitable human resources to manage it. Despite BUMDes having a limited role in its development, Banyu Rancang tourism is still being developed with the support of the Torongrejo Village Government and the Batu City Tourism Office. Based on the significance, domination, and legitimacy structure in the development of Banyu Rancang tourism, it is concluded that several stakeholders involved, including tourism managers, youth organizations, the Torongrejo Village Government, and the Batu City Department of Tourism have played their roles well through the support and motivation given to advance Banyu Rancang tourism.
Tourism Institutional Collaboration in Management of the Setu Babakan Betawi Cultural Village, Jakarta
Authors: Masyhari Makhasi Ghifari Yuristiadhi , Zaman Shabrina Nurhanin Putri , Rahmatullah Muhammad Fauzan , Hutabarat Yusuf Junifer , Supranta Virginia Amelia
Published: July 2024

Tourism institutions are organizations involved in tourism development in a destination. The interactions between tourist institutions are frequently characterized by dynamism, leading to the emergence of favorable collaborations as well as unfavorable conflicts. A plethora of research has been conducted on tourism institutions, but, the majority of these studies have focused mostly on rural regions. This study provides a new perspective on analyzing models of institutional tourism partnership in urban settings, focusing on a case study conducted in the Setu Babakan Betawi Village in South Jakarta. This study, employing data from interviews with local community, observation, and secondary sources, determined that the collaboration among local communities, regional government, community organizations, and the private sector produced a beneficial synergy for the Setu Babakan Betawi Village destination, leading to its success in winning the 2021 Indonesia Tourism Village Awards. The findings of this study have practical applications for rural areas and other tourist destinations, highlighting the critical need for collaboration among tourism institutions to promote local tourism based on cultural potential.
Conflicts in Mangrove-based Tourism in Kulon Progo, Indonesia
Authors: Aji Khusnul Bayu , Pakan Sarani Pitor
Published: July 2024

It has become increasingly common to develop the ecosystem of mangrove into a tourism product. Such trend is also seen in Indonesia, including the coastal part of Kulon Progo, DI Yogyakarta Province. However, as the case of other tourism niches, the development of mangrove-based tourism more often than not is facing myriad challenges. This brief research paper aims to identify the challenges related to mangrove-based tourism development, by using Kulon Progo mangrove areas as a case study. Based on data gathered from observation, GIS mapping, semi-structured interviewing, and literature study, this research finds that conflicts have been occurring in the development process of mangrove-based tourism in Kulon Progo. Conflicts related to local-to-local relations, intergroup competition, destination management, and tourism income distribution have been hindering the tourism development process. Given the main findings, potential conflict resolutions may include stakeholder collaboration, product innovation, and paradigmatic shift to shy away from mass tourism development model. This research contributes to the body of literature on mangrove tourism by adding the issue of tourism conflicts into the debate.
Profiling of Cafe Business in Talavera, Nueva Ecija: A Basis for Development of a Standardized Checklist of Minimum Requirements for Starting Up a Coffee Shop Business
Authors: Reyes Jr Roberto V. , T. Nuque Luisa Cassandra , D. Espenocilla Abigail , De Guzman Arlene C. , B. Dosho Megumi Herushi , H. Abad Mark Alvin
Published: July 2024

This study aimed to profile the coffee shops in Talavera, Nueva Ecija, to develop a standardized checklist for aspiring entrepreneurs. The researchers surveyed 10 coffee shop owners in the municipality of Talavera. Through surveys, the researchers delved into the Owner's Demographic, Business details, Financial Requirements, and other requirements needed to consider starting up a coffee shop. Furthermore, through accurate analysis, the data obtained from the coffee shop owners are arranged to derive key insights. By analyzing this data, the study identifies best practices associated with start-up coffee shops’ profitability in Talavera. These findings were translated into a standardized checklist outlining essential procedures including the lists of equipment needed, financial requirements, and the Traditional and Social Media Marketing techniques. This standardized checklist served as a valuable tool for aspiring and existing coffee shop owners in Talavera, streamlining operations, ensuring consistency, and contributing to business success.
On the Five Elements of Writing English Sentences
Authors: Jingling Zhang
Published: July 2024

There are many elements that make up a good English article, but the quality of sentence writing is the most important criterion for evaluation. Sentence is the most basic unit for expressing ideas in an article, therefore, the accuracy of sentence writing directly affects the quality of the article. This article mainly discusses the writing skills of English sentences from five aspects: conciseness, diversity, coherence, unity, and dominance, in order to help students further improve their English writing ability.
Assessing the Reliability of Early Marine Cements in Recording Changes in Seawater Redox Conditions Across the Late-Devonian Mass Extinction
Authors: Mellon Craig , Wood Rachel , Pichevin Laetitia
Published: July 2024

The Late-Devonian Mass Extinction (LDME) extinguished up to 40% of all marine species, with evidence suggesting marine anoxia was the primary cause. This study performs rare earth element analysis of early marine cements from reefal limestones from Australia and Scotland to show that these cements capture a marine anoxic signature across the LDME for the first time, directly implicating marine anoxia and by extension, the rise of land plants, as the cause of the LDME. This work also demonstrates that early marine cements serve as reliable proxies for recording changes in seawater redox conditions over whole-rock analysis.
Performing Automated, High-Speed Photometry on Occulting, Small Outer Solar System Bodies
Authors: Attwood Ben , Robinson James
Published: July 2024

Monitoring stellar occultations provides a powerful means to measure the shapes and sizes of small Solar System bodies, but produces large quantities of image data which can be laborious to analyse. An automated Python-based software, occ_find, was written for performing high-speed aperture photometry on spool files packed with large volumes of images from the 1.54m Danish Telescope. occ_find processed 11 spool files at a maximum rate of around 4–6 minutes per spool file, without image reduction. From these files, 3 occultation events were detected. The measured chord lengths are consistent with prior size measurements of these small bodies.
Use of Waste Tyre Rubber Powder and Waste Plastic in Bituminous Road Construction
Authors: Rana Himanshu Shekahr
Published: July 2024

Abstract: Many roads agencies have been experiencing problem of premature failure of pavements like potholes, roughness, cracks and etc. which leads to poor performance of roads and its life. On the other hand, plastics, rubbers, etc. are increasing day by day. Waste like plastic bottles, polymers, cups, waste tyre’s can be re-used by powdering or blending it with crusher’s and can be coated over aggregate and bitumen by any heating process. In this study we have used polymer and crumbed rubber as a binder with respect to aggregate and bitumen. In bituminous roads, we use materials like aggregate (of various sizes), grit and bitumen. The various tests are conducted during this study on aggregates such as crushing value, impact value, abrasion value, and specific gravity and also on bitumen penetration value, ductility, softening point. The results are discussed in this paper. The escalating environmental challenges posed by increasing volumes of waste plastic and waste rubber necessitate innovative solutions for their sustainable management. This M.Tech mini project focuses on exploring the feasibility and efficacy of incorporating waste plastic and waste rubber into road construction materials, specifically in aggregates and bitumen. The research encompasses a comprehensive investigation into the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of these waste materials, assessing their compatibility with traditional road construction requirements. The project unfolds through systematic phases, commencing with a thorough literature review to contextualize the current state of research on utilizing waste plastic and waste rubber in road materials. Following this, samples of waste plastic and waste rubber are collected and characterized, ensuring a nuanced understanding of their material properties. Laboratory experiments are then conducted to modify road aggregates and bitumen with varying proportions of these waste materials. The anticipated outcome of this mini project is a holistic understanding of the viability and benefits of incorporating waste plastic and waste rubber in road construction materials. The findings are expected to contribute to sustainable road infrastructure development, providing a foundation for future research and practical implementation in the realm of civil engineering. This research aligns with the broader goal of promoting environmentally conscious practices and mitigating the impact of waste materials on our ecosystems.
CICP Data Literacy 1.0 - Module 1: Data in the Nonprofit Sector
Authors: Raggo Paloma , Mathieson Caledonia
Published: July 2024

The Charity Insights Canada Project’s (CICP) Community Education Centre (CEC) presents "Data Literacy 1.0," a comprehensive plan aimed at empowering individuals in Canada's nonprofit and charitable sectors with essential data literacy skills. The ability to effectively utilize data has become crucial for organizations to achieve their missions and create significant impact. This series of CEC modules is a collaborative effort to bridge the gap between data and actionable insights, providing the necessary knowledge and tools for participants at any stage of their data literacy journey. Module 1: Data in the Nonprofit Sector, serves as a foundational course, consisting of six detailed capsules that cover a spectrum of data-related topics in the nonprofit context. From data collection and sources to analysis and interpretation, each capsule is designed to not only impart knowledge but also to encourage critical thinking and practical application. This module aims to empower nonprofit professionals to use data effectively, fostering informed decision-making and driving transformative change within their organizations.
The Gauge Theory of Measurement-Based Quantum Computation
Authors: Wong Gabriel , Raussendorf Robert , Czech Bartlomiej
Published: July 2024

Measurement-Based Quantum Computation (MBQC) is a model of quantum computation, which uses local measurements instead of unitary gates. Here we explain that the MBQC procedure has a fundamental basis in an underlying gauge theory. This perspective provides a theoretical foundation for global aspects of MBQC. The gauge transformations reflect the freedom of formulating the same MBQC computation in different local reference frames. The main identifications between MBQC and gauge theory concepts are: (i) the computational output of MBQC is a holonomy of the gauge field, (ii) the adaptation of measurement basis that remedies the inherent randomness of quantum measurements is effected by gauge transformations. The gauge theory of MBQC also plays a role in characterizing the entanglement structure of symmetry-protected topologically (SPT) ordered states, which are resources for MBQC. Our framework situates MBQC in a broader context of condensed matter and high energy theory.
Lattice-Based Quantum Advantage from Rotated Measurements
Authors: Alnawakhtha Yusuf , Mantri Atul , Miller Carl A. , Wang Daochen
Published: July 2024

Trapdoor claw-free functions (TCFs) are immensely valuable in cryptographic interactions between a classical client and a quantum server. Typically, a protocol has the quantum server prepare a superposition of two-bit strings of a claw and then measure it using Pauli-X or Z measurements. In this paper, we demonstrate a new technique that uses the entire range of qubit measurements from the XY-plane. We show the advantage of this approach in two applications. First, building on (Brakerski et al. 2018, Kalai et al. 2022), we show an optimized two-round proof of quantumness whose security can be expressed directly in terms of the hardness of the LWE (learning with errors) problem. Second, we construct a one-round protocol for blind remote preparation of an arbitrary state on the XY-plane up to a Pauli-Z correction.
THE EFFECTS OF QURAN RECITATION ON IMPROVING UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ ATTENTION
Authors: Safrilsyah Safrilsyah , Yasa Rawdhah Binti , Misnawati Misnawati , Aliana Cut Rizka , Maghfirah Muthia , Zakaria Norazlina Binti
Published: July 2024

Attention which is achieved through the process of adapting to new conditions and information can be an issue for new students. Previous studies have suggested that listening to Quran recitation (murattal) can positively influence attention. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the effects of listening to Quran recitation on students’ attention. The research was conducted by designing a quasi-experiment with a non-randomized pre-test and post-test control groups. Besides this, the groups were divided into two, the experimental group and the control group. The data were collected from 20 new students of Ar-Raniry State Islamic University as a sample, who met the criteria of having healthy hearing conditions and obtained GPA > 3.50. The measuring instrument utilized in the study was the number range test of Weschler Intelligence Scale, while the treatment used was listening to Quran recitation. Then, the data was analyzed using a paired t-test to examine the difference in attention between the experimental group and the control group. The results showed that there was a difference in the average attention score between the experimental group of 11.70, and the control group of 8.80 with a significance level of 0.026 (P < 0,05). Thus, the findings of the study indicate that there is a significant difference in attention between the experimental group and the control group after listening to Quran recitation.
ELABORATION OF TASLIYAH VERSES: A HERMENEUTIC STUDY ON 'HĀSHIYAH AS-SĀWI ‘ALĀ TAFSĪR AL-JALĀLAIN
Authors: Mujtaba Aqil , Bakar Abu
Published: July 2024

The concept of ‘tasliyah’ in the Qur’an which means consolation or reassurance plays a significant role in Tafseer and has been extensively discussed by Islamic scholars. One of the important commentaries of the Qur’an examining this concept is 'Hāshiyah as-Sāwi 'alā Tafsīr al-Jalālain' by Ahmad al-Ṣāwī, an influential figure in Islamic education in Indonesia. This study aims to analyze the interpretation of tasliyah verses in the commentary and to find out how hermeneutics helps explain Ahmad al-Ṣāwī’s approach. This research uses a qualitative approach which includes hermeneutics, linguistic, Maqasid Tafseer, and socio-historical analysis approaches, with Krippendorff content-analysis as the method to analyze the data. The results of this study show that the Tafseer on tasliyah verses by integrating linguistic, literary, and Sufism aspects not only were interpreted as comfort in distress but also as strengthening faith and resilience. Through hermeneutics, the interpretation explores historical, social, and psychological contexts influencing al-Saawi’s reasoning, which offers a broader and deeper understanding of the tasliyah concept in Islamic spiritual and psychological contexts. This study highlights the importance of contexts in understanding consolation messages and spiritual reassurance addressed to the Prophet Muhammad as well as provides an insight into how social cognition plays a crucial role in interpreting religious texts.
Prologue as a structural element in the comedies of Aristophanes
Authors:   А. M. Gorky Institute of World Literature of The Russian Academy of Sciences, Buzurnyuk Ekaterina N. ,   Institute for Social Sciences, The Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration
Published: July 2024

The article explores the concept of comic prologue in Ancient Greek comedy, examining its function and significance within the structure of the comedy as a whole. The function of the prologue can be understood by breaking it down into structural elements and analyzing each of them. The article examines the works of scholars Paul Mazon and Octave Navarre who have put forward different perspectives on segmenting the comic prologue. Mazon suggests that the comic prologue can be divided into three parts: a procession or playful “opening scene”, an address to the viewer or recitation, and development of the comic theme in a scene of dramatic action. Navarre focuses on the origin of the comic prologue, its connection with the structure of tragedy, and the comparison of the prologue’s greater length in comedy than in tragedy. The article concludes with a definition of the comic prologue as the first part of a play that contains an exposition, including the representation of main character(s), the problem to be solved, the plan to overcome it, and the first stage of implementation of this plan before the chorus joins in. The function of the prologue is twofold: to engage the audience through jokes and satire, and to provide all necessary information for plot development.
Teaching and preaching in the Derveni papyrus: Observations on mantike techne in Archaic and Classical Greece
Authors:   I. Kant Baltic Federal University, Afonasin Evgeny V.
Published: July 2024

According to a number of ancient authors, including the recently discovered treatise by Galen, “On my own opinions,” Protagoras suggested doubting everything that concerns the gods and their essence. Remarkably, Philostratus (Lives of the Sophists 1.10.2) sees the source of this doubt in Protagoras’ “Persian education” because, in his opinion, the Persian magi, while continuing to call on the gods in their secret rituals, would not admit it publicly, fearing that otherwise people, having realized that their supernatural abilities were linked to divine influences, would stop turning to them. In other words, in this way of reasoning, the magi were anxious not to lose their jobs. Should we accept the historicity of this strange message of Philostratus, or should we consider it a typical reflection of the Hellenistic and Roman historiographic stance to see an “eastern trace” in every doctrine or art? A famous statement from the Derveni papyrus (col. XX), which is fundamental to understanding its authorship, may help us answer this question. We will see the reasons why it is impossible to unequivocally answer the question of whether the author of the papyrus was a practicing telestes. However, it becomes clear that he contrasts himself not with the practitioners of the mysteries (including professional mantis), but with those who participate in them without understanding the meaning of what is going on and “without even asking questions.” On the contrary, he intends to provide answers to possible questions and to reveal the true meaning of the authoritative text by exegetical means. We shall also try to answer the question regarding the purpose for which the author of the papyrus sought to utilize various cosmological associations. Whether we are faced with an ancient philologically oriented “commentator,” or whether, by associating Zeus with air, Moira with pneuma, and Demeter and other female deities with the earth, he seeks to uncover the secret intentionally concealed in the poem and understandable only to the initiated?