bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Propuesta de un Nuevo Pacto Fiscal para fortalecer la resiliencia de las finanzas estatales en México
Authors: Sour Vargas Laura
Published: December 2024

La respuesta fiscal de México frente a las necesidades generadas por la pandemia del COVID-19 fue una de las más bajas en comparación con otros países de América Latina. En este trabajo se analiza el esfuerzo fiscal a nivel estatal en México a lo largo de un periodo de 27 años, utilizando una base de datos panel que incluye a los 31 estados de la República. Los resultados obtenidos a través de un modelo de mínimos cuadrados generalizados (MCGF) indican  que la dependencia de los gobiernos estatales hacia las transferencias federales es insostenible, y se concluye que es necesario fortalecer la resiliencia de las haciendas públicas estatales para hacer frente a las crecientes necesidades locales y a los desafíos imprevistos, como los provocados por la emergencia sanitaria del COVID-19. Como propuesta, se plantea la reconfiguración de los impuestos relacionados con el turismo y la implementación de gravámenes específicos para el turismo basado en la naturaleza.
House price dynamics in the wake of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017
Authors: Anderson John
Published: December 2024

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) changed tax policy in two important aspects. It limited state and local tax deductions (SALT) to $10,000 and lowered marginal tax rates in most income brackets. In this analysis, I estimate house price time series models for 20 U.S. cities using Case-Shiller data and test for series breaks when TCJA was adopted and implemented. The purpose is to test whether there is a unit root with breakpoints in each series. If so, the TCJA shock was permanent, not transitory, and the time series process is not mean reverting. Results reveal significant breaks in 12 of the 20 city indices. Additionally, there are significant breakpoints in 22 of the 48 tests across city price tiers (16 cities with three house price tiers each). The modal break date is the month of TCJA legislation passage with another 13 significant breakpoints within six months of TCJA adoption. Results indicate that TCJA was associated with an initial negative effect on house prices in many housing markets and price tiers. Importantly, the presence of unit root processes indicates that house price dynamics are more variable subsequently.
Inversión extranjera directa, desarrollo humano y sector minero energético: El caso de Colombia (1990-2021)
Authors: Apolinar Cárdenas Ricardo Alexander , Vidal Alejandro Pavel , Díaz Castro Javier
Published: December 2024

El propósito principal de esta investigación fue el de analizar la relación entre la Inversión Extranjera Directa (IED) total y el sector minero energético en el desarrollo humano en Colombia de 1990 al 2021, por medio de la estimación de dos Vectores Autorregresivos -VAR- que dieron cuenta de la relación de causalidad de las variables. El primer vector tuvo en cuenta la IED total, mientras que el segundo se ocupó de la IED del sector minero energético que para del 2003 al 2010 representó, en promedio, un 55% de la IED total, siendo el año cumbre el 2010, cuando alcanzó el 76% de la misma. Además, se estimaron dos Vectores de Corrección de Error -VEC- como prueba de robustez que confirmaron los resultados obtenidos. En las dos estimaciones se tuvieron en cuenta como variables endógenas el Índice de Desarrollo Humano (IDH), la Inversión Extranjera Directa (IED) y el Índice de Tasa de Cambio Real (ITCR), mientras que los precios del petróleo referencia WTI a precios 2015 se consideraron exógenos. Como resultado se encontró que fue el IDH el que causó a la IED total, en el sentido de Granger, mientras que para la IED minero energética no se encontró significancia. De esta manera, un aumento en un 1% del IDH generó un incremento del 10,15% en la entrada de IED total.
Kết quả điều trị polyp buồng tử cung bằng phẫu thuật nội soi tại Bệnh viện Sản Nhi tỉnh Phú Thọ
Authors: Nguyễn Thị Hồng , Nguyễn Anh Vũ , Hoàng Quốc Huy
Published: December 2024

Mục tiêu: Nhận xét kết quả điều trị polyp buồng tử cung bằng phẫu thuật nội soi buồng tử cung tại Bệnh viện Sản Nhi tỉnh Phú Thọ năm 2019 - 2023.
Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang trên 68 bệnh nhân có polyp buồng tử cung được phẫu thuật nội soi buồng tử cung tại Bệnh viện Sản Nhi tỉnh Phú Thọ.
Kết quả: Vị trí polyp: mặt sau tử cung 29,4%, mặt đáy 22,1%, mặt trước 20,6%, thành phải 5,9%, thành trái 5,9%, đa polyp 17,6%, đơn polyp 82,4%. Thể giải phẫu bệnh: polyp niêm mạc tử cung 80,9%, polyp xơ 19,1%, polyp rau thai 0%. Tỷ lệ polyp lành tính chiếm 97,1%. Phương pháp điều trị chính: cắt polyp bằng dụng cụ nội soi (77,9%), xoắn polyp và đốt cầm máu (14,7%), xoắn polyp và nạo buồng tử cung (7,4%). Có 92,6% số trường hợp không xảy ra biến chứng.
Kết luận: Phần lớn bệnh nhân có 1 polyp buồng tử cung (82,4%), giải phẫu bệnh là polyp niêm mạc tử cung (80,9%) và lành tính (97,1%). Hầu hết đều được cắt polyp bằng dụng cụ nội soi (77,9%) và không xảy ra biến chứng gì trong và sau mổ (92,6%).
Comparative Analysis and Possibilities of Improving the Status of Prosumers in Montenegro and the Republic of Serbia
Authors:   Elektrodistribucija Srbije, Republika Srbija, Grujić Dunja , Vućić Dušan ,   Crnogorski operator tržišta električne energije, Crna Gora, Kuzman Miloš ,   Udruženje za pravo energetike Srbije, Republika Srbija
Published: December 2024

Due to the need to reduce environmental pollution, the slowing of global warming and the decreasing amount of available fossil fuels, in recent years we have witnessed the intensive development of electricity generation from renewable sources, as well as the development of the electricity market. Comparative analysis of the participants in the electricity market in Montenegro and the Republic of Serbia, as well as their impact on the distribution system will be shown in this paper. Special attention will be paid to prosumers. The electricity billing models for prosumers and the possibilities for their additional energy and financial savings will be presented as part of this paper. As a conclusion, recommendations for easier future integration of prosumers and producers of electricity from renewable energy sources into the distribution system through models of aggregation, storage and management of production and consumption will be given.
INFLUENCE OF ANNEALING ON THE STRUCTURE, PHASE COMPOSITION AND WEAR RESISTANCE OF Fe-Al COMPOSITE COATING SPUTTERED BY HIGH-SPEED METALLIZATION METHOD
Authors:   Joint Institute of Mechanical Engineering of the NAS of Belarus, ASTRASHAB Evgeniy V. , GRIGORCHIK Alexander N. ,   Joint Institute of Mechanical Engineering of the NAS of Belarus, KUKAREKO Vladimir A. ,   Joint Institute of Mechanical Engineering of the NAS of Belarus, BELOTSERKOVSKY Marat А. ,   Joint Institute of Mechanical Engineering of the NAS of Belarus, GUO Xiaomei ,   Zhejiang University of Water Resources and Electric Power
Published: December 2024

The structure, phase composition and tribotechnical properties of Fe-Al composite coating subjected to annealing in the temperature range of 350–550 °C for 10 hours have been investigated. It is established that during annealing of the coating, in a set of diffusion pairs (steel–aluminium) formed during sputtering under conditions of limited content of components, reaction diffusion takes place, leading to simultaneous formation of intermetallic compounds of different stoichiometric composition: Al13Fe4, Al3Fe, Al5Fe2, AlFe and AlFe3. It is shown that the mutual diffusion of iron into aluminium and aluminium into steel between the contacting particles of the composite coating is caused by the peculiarities of the formation of the structural-phase state of the composite coating during its obtaining. The porosity of the coating at annealing increases up to 37 vol.%, and its hardness increases up to ≈ 1.2 times in comparison with the initial state. It is established that annealing of composite coating in the temperature range of 350–550 °С for 10 hours leads to increase of its wear resistance up to 2.4 times in comparison with the initial state.
Análisis de la fatiga digital en estudiantes: estrategias para reducir el agotamiento
Authors: Rodríguez Iván Calixto Ramos , Intriago Mariana Jesús Rivadeneira , Castillo Rosa Esperanza Acaro , Cárdenas Martha Catalina Reinoso , Zambrano Evelyn Elina Velásquez , Santander Mary Del Carmen Muñoz
Published: December 2024

Este artículo explora la fatiga digital en estudiantes y las estrategias para mitigar el agotamiento causado por el uso constante de herramientas tecnológicas en el ámbito académico. A través del análisis de estudios recientes, se examinan los factores que contribuyen a la fatiga digital, como la sobreexposición a pantallas, el uso intensivo de plataformas de videoconferencia, y la falta de habilidades para gestionar eficazmente el tiempo en entornos en línea. La fatiga digital no solo afecta la salud mental, sino también el bienestar académico y el rendimiento de los estudiantes, manifestándose en síntomas como el agotamiento físico y emocional. Este trabajo tiene como objetivo identificar las principales causas de la fatiga digital y evaluar las estrategias más efectivas para reducir sus efectos. Entre las soluciones propuestas se destacan la implementación de pausas regulares, el fomento de la actividad física, el diseño ergonómico de los espacios de trabajo, y la personalización del aprendizaje. Asimismo, se pone énfasis en la necesidad de equilibrar el tiempo en línea con actividades fuera de las pantallas, conocidas como “green time” (tiempo verde), y en la importancia de técnicas de manejo del estrés académico. Los resultados obtenidos muestran que la aplicación de estas estrategias no solo contribuye a la reducción del agotamiento, sino que también mejora el rendimiento académico y el bienestar general de los estudiantes, proporcionando un enfoque más equilibrado y saludable en el contexto educativo digital.
The Institutionalization of Social Work in Armenia
Authors: Khachatryan Artak
Published: December 2024

The specialty “Social Work” is the acquisition of post-Soviet Armenian Society. The main ideas about the profession were imported into Armenia just after the earthquake in Spitak, after which the Society appeared under the oppression of wide range of social problems. First social workers started to solve these problems promoting the implementation of the professional culture in Armenia. Step by step their efforts led to the institutionalization of Social Work in Armenian Society. In the article the author also discusses problems relating to the status of profession in the Society. Bringing different arguments the author concludes that in general Social Work is institutionalized in modern Armenia.
CONCEPTUALIZING AND MEASURING ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL ASPECTS OF YOUTH INDEPENDENCE IN ARMENIA
Authors: Galstyan Marina
Published: December 2024

As youth transition from childhood dependence to adult independence, various dimensions such as financial, economic, mental, daily life independence, and civic participation come into play. The methodology involves quantitative interviews, focus group discussions, in-depth interviews, expert interviews, document analysis, and an academic literature review. The youth independence index encompasses financial independence, economic independence, mental independence, daily life independence, providing a comprehensive approach to understanding and measuring youth independence. Each sub-index is meticulously justified and evaluated using a variety of indicators. Analyzing data from 625 young people aged 18-35 in Armenia, the study reveals insights into the landscape of youth independence. Civic participation stands out as a key area for improvement, while mental and daily life independence demonstrate the highest levels. The analysis considers factors such as age, gender, education, and location, highlighting significant disparities and correlations. The article concludes with considerations for policy interventions and discussions on the representativeness of the chosen sub-indices. The comprehensive framework proposed in this research contributes valuable insights to the field of youth studies, offering a nuanced understanding of the dynamics of youth independence in Armenia.
Promoting and Spreading Sakha Ethnocultural Identity through the Mediation of the Russian Language: The Phenomenon of Yakut Cinema
Authors: Pomarolli Giorgia
Published: December 2024

The Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) is nowadays one of the main centres of cinematographic production in the Russian Federation. Films are often low-budget and boast a wide spectrum of genres. They are mostly shot in the Sakha language and draw on local history, heroic epic, cosmogony, heritage, costumes, and spiritual values. In the present work the phenomenon of Yakut cinema is investigated as a means to promote and consolidate the ethnocultural Sakha identity in the Republic. To explore this issue, I briefly describe the sociolinguistic context, featuring the Sakha Republic. Further, I provide an overview of Yakut cinema, examining the process of its rapid development, and identifying its main themes and characteristics. Then, I discuss the resonance of Yakut films, which goes beyond the local context. A dozen of Yakut movies have screened at international film festivals, reaching out to the global audience by means of indirect translation, i.e., from Sakha to English, via the Russian language. As a result, the Russian language plays a pivotal role in the circulation of Sakha cinema, and hence, Sakha identity on the world stage.
Crossing Cultural Boundaries: The First Translation of Crime and Punishment in Italy
Authors: Uccello Iris
Published: December 2024

Indirect translation, criticized for impurity, played a pivotal role in introducing Russian literature to fin-de-siècle Italy. Initial Italian translations of Russian classics stemmed from French translations, with France serving as a key hub for Russian literary reception in Europe. This article delves into the first Italian translation of "Crime and Punishment" to explore the nuances of this process. It examines the trade-offs—what was lost in translation—and highlights how the mediation through French translation paradoxically aided the reception of Dostoevsky in late 19th-century Italy.
Methods of Translating Non-Russian Proper Nouns Employed in Russian Texts
Authors: Napolitano Martina
Published: December 2024

The present article deals with proper noun (PN) translation concentrating on the issue of non-Russian PNs employed in Russian texts. While the Italian translation tradition has in general opted for the method of transliteration of all PNs from Russian Cyrillic regardless of the name origins, a decolonizing approach would be that of considering non-Russian PNs as ‘translated’ terms from a third language. This approach will prove useful in expanding our understanding of how translation (and transliteration) may influence the perception of specific cultural and ethnic contexts embedded within source texts. In this article, examples of Kyrgyz, Armenian, Georgian, Azeri, and Belarusian PNs (from Victoria Lomasko’s The Last Soviet Artist) are provided. Avoiding intermediary translation (transliteration) from Russian Cyrillic, the translator (and author of this article) decided to reconstruct the original PNs encountered in the source text. The article thus discusses the reasons for the employment of such method when approaching PNs that are ‘mediated’ in the context of the source text, showing how this helps in decolonizing translation.
Hepatic Vein Thrombosis Secondary to Protein C and S Deficiency
Authors:   Resident, Department of General Medicine, Sri Siddhartha Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Tumakuru, Karnataka, Biradar Anilkumar , R S Shankarappa ,   Professor, Department of General Medicine, Sri Siddhartha Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Tumakuru, Karnataka
Published: December 2024

Hepatic Venous Outflow Tract Obstruction is obstruction of the hepatic venous outflow tract can be primary due to obstruction by thrombosis or secondary due to compression of hepatic vein, inferior vena cava or both. Causes being prothrombotic inherited or acquired. Classical clinical triad being abdominal pain, ascites, and tender hepatomegaly.Ultrasound, Computed Tomography or Magnetic Resonance Imaging of abdomen are required for confirmation.Long-term anticoagulation with vitamin K antagonists should be started. 24year female with abdominal distention and pain, having pallor, fluid distended abdomen. CT abdomen revealed an hypodense focal lesion in right lobe, ascites with Hepatic Vein Thrombosis. Haematology Low Functional antithrombin activity of 29 units, low Free Protein S Antigen of 42.8 units, very low Protein C functional activity of 16.5 units was observed. Frequency of prothrombotic hepatic venous outflow tract obstruction in India is more compared to west. So considered in all cases with acute, chronic liver disease with complications.
Perinatal Testicular Torsion : About A Clinical Case in the Pediatric Surgery Department of CHU Gabriel TOURE
Authors:   pediatric surgeon, CHU Gabriel Touré, Bamako, BP: 267, B Kamate , I Amadou ,   pediatric surgeon, CHU Gabriel Touré, Bamako, BP: 267, O M Coulibaly ,   pediatric surgeon, CHU Gabriel Touré, Bamako, BP: 267, MK Djiré ,   pediatric surgeon, CHU Gabriel Touré, Bamako, BP: 267, A Doumbia ,   pediatric surgeon, CHU Gabriel Touré, Bamako, BP: 267, M Daou ,   pediatric surgeon, CHU Gabriel Touré, Bamako, BP: 267, O Y Guindo ,   pediatric surgeon, CHU Gabriel Touré, Bamako, BP: 267, B M Coulibaly ,   pediatric surgeon, CHU Gabriel Touré, Bamako, BP: 267, Y Coulibaly ,   pediatric surgeon, CHU Gabriel Touré, Bamako, BP: 267
Published: December 2024

Introduction : Perinatal testicular torsion is a rare pathology, occurring in utero and during the first month of life. We report a case of testicular torsion noted at birth, which allowed us to conduct a literature review.

Observation :This was a male newborn, born at 38 weeks of amenorrhea, 2 prenatal consultations carried out and no prenatal assessment carried out. Admitted to the neonatology department for painful right scrotal swelling noted in the delivery room. The clinical examination revealed a good general impression, a recoloring time of less than 3 s. His archaic reflexes were present. He had a bluish right scrotal swelling, hard with the right testicle raised relative to the left side, non-transluminal, and painful on palpation. Scrotal ultrasound revealed a strangulated right inguinoscrotal hernia with pain in the herniated loops that were poorly vascularized on Doppler. The biological assessment came back normal. He underwent surgery. Exploration finds testicular torsion with necrosis. We performed an orchiectomy. The postoperative course was simple.

Conclusion : Perinatal testicular torsion is a surgical emergency, the functional prognosis of the testicle is often poor.
DMAIC aplicado ao controle de produção de peças manufaturadas de reposição: estudo de caso em uma fábrica de maquinários agrícolas
Authors: Gómez Daniel Alejandro Mantilla , Araújo Fernando de , Santos Aline Gonçalves do , Fonseca Júnior Lázaro Antônio da
Published: December 2024

O mundo globalizado e competitivo exige das empresas níveis de qualidade e de controle de processos cada vez mais rígidos. O desafio por garantir um alto padrão de servicibilidade ao cliente demanda a execução de tarefas de forma a não desperdiçar recursos materiais e humanos, agregando valor ao serviço ou produto final. Dentro desse contexto, este trabalho visa a identificar as causas raízes que são responsáveis pelos atrasos nos envios de peças de reposição de uma empresa de maquinários agrícolas ao seu centro de distribuição, propondo implementações que melhorem o processo de manufatura das peças através da metodologia DMAIC, orientada pela filosofia do lean manufacturing.
Analysis Of Thickness And Brightness Of Aluminum Layers In The Anodizing Process With Various Types Of Coloring And Process Times
Authors: Farid Ahmad , Wibowo Hadi , MK Imron
Published: December 2024

The coloring process in anodizing can use solutions of inorganic materials or chemical or organic solutions. Chemical solutions produce waste that can be harmful to the environment, therefore it is hoped that there is another alternative, namely by using dyes produced from leaves, or from fruit, or from tubers, such as purple cassava, carrots or others. Of course, these natural ingredients are easy to obtain, cheap and environmentally friendly. The problem raised in this research is the results of the thickness and brightness of the surface of aluminum metal which is processed by anodizing using various types of coloring from using special coloring materials, food coloring, dragon fruit and pandan leaves. Thus, the aim of the research carried out is to be able to find out from the initial process of anodizing coloring to analyzing the final results of thickness and brightness obtained to be able to conclude which type of coloring is better apart from the special dyes that exist as an alternative to using natural coloring materials.This research method uses an experimental method where the experimental or experimental method uses various types of dyes, namely special dyes (non-natural) and natural dyes (food coloring, dragon fruit extract and purple sweet potato) which are tested with variations in anodizing time of 10, 20 and 30 minutes.The research results showed that to make coloring on aluminum metal using the anodizing process, the following steps are required: etching→ rinse→ desmutting→ rinse→ doff→ rinse→ desmuting→ rinse→ anodizing→ rinse→ coloring→ rinse→ sealing→ rinse→ finish. In coloring tests on aluminum metal using the anodizing process, varying the type of coloring and the length of time for the anodizing process of 10, 20 and 30 minutes, the average thickness for the special dye (orange) was 0.033mm, the natural dye from tubers (purple) was 0.027mm, food coloring (red) 0.023mm, and from pandan leaves (green) 0.016mm. So it can be concluded that the thick type of coloring is from special dyes and the thick coloring below is from natural dyes, namely from purple sweet potatoes, then food coloring and the thinnest is from pandan leaf coloring. As for the analysis of the evenness of the coloring, data was also obtained, namely with special dyes, while the ones that were uneven were purple sweet potatoes.
Прогнозирование выручки инновационного продукта ГК «Росатом» – сбалансированный ядерный топливный цикл
Authors: Ильин А.Д. , Скворцова Д.А. , Солониченко К.А.
Published: December 2024

В статье дано краткое описание продукта ГК «Росатом» «СбЯТЦ» и обоснована актуальность исследования. Сформированы основные факторы, оказывающие наибольшее влияние на выручку. Приведено описание ключевых рынков и динамика накопления отработанного ядерного топлива на данных рынках. Рассмотрены следующие методы прогнозирования: прогноз выручки на основе прогноза специалистов и экспертных оценок, метод множественной регрессии, метод линейной экстраполяции, метод Хольта, метод Хольта-Винтерса с аддитивной сезонностью. По результатам применения методов были построены и описаны итоговые графики. Определена прогнозная модель, обеспечивающая наибольшую точность прогнозных значений. Построен итоговый график, отражающий все полученные прогнозные значения, и сформирован вывод на его основании. Проведен сравнительный анализ всех математических прогнозных моделей с методом, построенным на основе прогноза специалистов и экспертных оценок. Предложена наиболее актуальная модель построения прогнозных значений выручки. Выручка продукта СбЯТЦ по прогнозным значениям составит 67,2 млрд. рублей в год к 2040 г.
The Effect of Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility on Business Success: Insights from Wa Township in Ghana
Authors: Gbamara Linda Théophile Bindeouè Nassè , Nangpiire Clement
Published: December 2024

Purpose: Over the years, small businesses have been the backbone of economic growth in many low-middle-income settings. Thus, small firms/small businesses have attempted to develop codes of conduct, which can be used to guide managers when making decisions. This study, therefore, explored business ethics, repurchase and corporate social responsibility within Wa Township. Design/Methodology/ Approach: The study employed the case study approach of both qualitative and quantitative methods. A total of 358 smallholder shop owners were randomly selected to participate in face-to-face interviews. The data were keyed into a Microsoft Excel sheet and cleaned. The data set was then imported into SPSS and analysed using frequencies, proportions and chi-square test of independence. Findings: The results have shown a strong statistical relationship between business ethics and purchase (p=0.000), business ethics and repurchase (p=0.000), business ethics and corporate social responsibility (p=0.000). Practical implications: Small shop owners recognise the central place of ethical behaviours and repurchase and corporate social responsibility on business growth through increased sales. This study therefore recommends investment in growing smallholder business owners’ knowledge about the necessity of business ethics and customer satisfaction.
Power as a Foundational Consideration of the Malay Community: A Psychological Analysis of Human Traits in Humorous Malay Folk Tale Musang Berjanggut (Bearded Fox)
Authors: Noor Suhaini Md , Musa Mohd Faizal , Zakaria Ros Mahwati Ahmad
Published: December 2024

This current research was carried out to investigate the psychological dimensions of human character, specifically with regards to the role of character in decision-making, accepting or rejecting certain options, and making choices within the context of the literary work of Musang Berjanggut (Bearded Fox). To explicate a psychological perspective for interpreting the human psyche within the literary discourse, the narrative therapy model comprising of three core phases; externalisation, reconstruction, and re-authoring is employed. The present study employs the narrative synthesis method during the externalisation phase and the thematic analysis method in the reconstruct and re-author stages to achieve the implementation of a qualitative research design, thereby accomplishing the adaptation of narrative therapy. The domain comparison analysis of Glasser’s Choice Theory elucidates the understanding of character judgement and posits that power exerts the greatest influence on individuals’ assessments of human characters concerning their reactions to rejection, acceptance, decision-making, and choice. The findings of the study have demonstrated that within the Malay societal framework, individuals exhibit a significant preoccupation with the status and hierarchy of others. This observation is of notable interest. The present investigation has revealed that power can manifest as a psychological encumbrance, which mandates attention in the evaluation of any determination associated with an individual’s personal, familial, or communal concerns.
Arabic Reading Proficiency: What’s in Waiting Through Score Model Journey?
Authors: Md Tahir Aisyah Nabilah , Ewan Mohd Matore Mohd Effendi
Published: December 2024

Arabic reading proficiency is a critical foundation for language mastery, serving as a key measure of overall proficiency for both native and non-native speakers. This underscores the growing demand for Arabic reading proficiency assessments. However, unlike other analysis models, the SCORE model’s application to Arabic reading assessment has not been widely explored. Hence, this concept paper examines Arabic reading assessments through comprehensive analysis from the SCORE model. The methodology used for this concept paper is the thorough analysis using SCORE model that measured among five elements such as Strengths (S), Challenges (C), Options (O), Responses (R) and Effectiveness (E). The main strengths include aligning the assessment with international standards, adapting to new technology, and promoting higher-order thinking skills, which are crucial for meeting diverse learner needs. However, challenges persist, such as limited resources, scarcity of expertise, and the necessity for culturally relevant frameworks, especially in regions like Malaysia, where Arabic is taught as a foreign language. Options for advancement include the integration of AI and adaptive testing technologies, partnerships with international frameworks, and targeted educator training. Responses from stakeholders, including educators, policymakers, and business organizations, indicate favorable support through funding, training, and innovative tool development. The effectiveness of Arabic reading assessments relies on their reliability, adaptability, and cultural integration, aiming to produce inclusive, precise evaluations that meet international standards. This finding has important implications towards essential insights for policymakers, educators, and institutions, underscoring the need for strategic advancements to enhance Arabic reading assessments in the evolving educational landscape. While this analysis provides valuable insights, alternative models like SWOT, SOAR, and NOISE could broaden perspectives and address the paper’s limitations. Future studies are encouraged to explore longitudinal impacts and cross-contextual applications, ensuring sustainable and comprehensive language proficiency evaluation.
Developing a Human Governance Index (HGI) of Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Johor
Authors: Aziz Nur Amalina , Zainon Saunah , Ahmad Fadzil Ahmad Syahmi , Hassim Nor Hidayah , Jaini Azila , Ahmad Yarina
Published: December 2024

Each human soul needs a wise direction to steer them into the right path. A means that may support regulating a person’s soul with all kinds of traits, qualities, and capabilities is good governance. Good moral principles such as integrity, honesty, respect, and accountability can help individuals discover their actual purpose in life, especially when they work for an organisation. This is essential in light of the increasingly demanding role that higher education plays, which calls for effective oversight to satisfy the needs of many different stakeholders and the need to deliver top-notch education to future generations. To become the cornerstone of a university’s success, it is imperative to have excellent educators, administrators, and management. The Human Governance Index (HGI) was created at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Johor to assess how well a university has succeeded in governing its people. This paper provides oversight over the development of the Human Governance Index (HGI), based on an analysis of key policies, and circular guidelines related to UiTM. A qualitative research design was employed by conducting (2) Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) such as academic and professional staff, which aim to obtain in-depth inputs and feedback that is crucial for the development of the HGI index. Based on the findings, there are four pillars of the HGI index which are (1) transparency; (2) accountability; (3) efficiency; and (4) effectiveness. The development of the HGI index may help promote good governance, especially at universities, which will indirectly benefit the educational system. A total of 19 indicators were proposed and validated with two experts at national level. The development of the HGI index is consistent with the MADANI concept, which places a strong emphasis on good governance.
Effectiveness of Aggressive Intraoperative Pulmonary Recruitment Maneuver in Limiting Immediate Postoperative Pathological Atelectasis Immediately before Weaning from Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Authors: Rabbi Jamal , Qadir Mamoon , Wazir Sangeen Khan , Javed Iqbal  , Aurangzeb Mahmud , Saifullah Iqbal Khan
Published: December 2024

Objective: To determine effectiveness of aggressive Intraoperative Pulmonary recruitment maneuver before weaning in limiting immediate postoperative pathological Atelectasis in patients with coronary artery bypass surgery
Methodology: This retrospective analysis was conducted at Heart and Vascular Institution, Kulsum International Hospital, Islamabad from November 2019 to 12th April 2023. All patients   with elective coronary artery bypass surgery were included. In group A (n=20) the recruitment maneuver was initiated before weaning from bypass while in group B, the protocol recruitment maneuver was not initiated. The immediate postoperative pathological atelectasis based on chest x-ray was compared between two groups. 
Results: In this study, 40 patients with mean age 55.7 ± 5.2 years were included. There were 15 (75.0%) males and 5 (25.0%) females in group A while in group B there were 17 (85.0%) males and 3 (15.0%) females. In group A, post-operative chest x-ray demonstrated one basilar angle obliteration consistent with atelectasis in 1 (5.0%) patient. In group B, 12 (60.0%) patients demonstrated more than three basilar angles obliteration. There were 4 (20.0%) patients each with four basilar angles obliteration and one angle obliteration.   
Conclusion: Initiation of aggressive intraoperative pulmonary recruitment maneuver before weaning from bypass prevents atelectasis than in patients in whom aggressive intraoperative pulmonary recruitment maneuver was not initiated.
Sarcomatoid carcinoma of the kidney. A case report
Authors: Bechairia Wafa
Published: December 2024

Sarcomatoid renal cell carcinoma is a rare and very aggressive variant of kidney cancer. These tumors are undifferentiated and arise from all renal cell carcinomas. Diagnosis is exclusively histological and therapeutic modalities are based on extended nephrectomy, targeted anti-VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) therapies and more recently immune checkpoint inhibitors. We report the case of a patient affected by this very rare type of cancer with a very poor prognosis and we will discuss the diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic characteristics of this rare and very aggressive entity.
The Western Coalition and Russia: the problem of the balance of forces and resources in 2024–2025
Authors: Podberezkin A. I.
Published: December 2024

Proper assessment of the necessary resources for warfare is one of the main components of success, especially in modern hightech warfare. The category of «resources» includes not only the stockpiles of military hardware and ammunition, but also mobilization, general economic and financial potentials. This problem is considered in this article on the example of conducting Special Military Operation in Ukraine.
International dialogue on the problem of high-tech crime
Authors: Surma I. V. , Karaseva D. M.
Published: December 2024

The transnational nature of cybercrime and a comparative analysis of hightech crime in Russia and globally confirm the need for more effective measures to combat threats to information security. The development of a comprehensive international convention on countering the use of ICTs for criminal purposes demonstrates the desire of the world’s states for international dialog and coordination of actions to combat cyber threats and cybercrime.
End User Computing Satisfaction (EUCS) Dalam Analisis Kepuasan Penggunaan Aplikasi Netflix
Authors: Nugroho Muhammad Alfin , Alamsyah Riqi , Artanto Fenilinas Adi
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengukur tingkat kepuasan pengguna aplikasi Netflix di Indonesia dengan menggunakan metode End User Computing Satisfaction (EUCS). Data dikumpulkan dari 56 responden yang dievaluasi berdasarkan lima variabel utama: isi (content), akurasi (accuracy), bentuk (format), kemudahan penggunaan (ease of use), dan ketepatan waktu (timeliness). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar pengguna merasa puas dengan layanan yang disediakan Netflix, terutama dalam hal variasi konten, kemudahan navigasi, dan desain antarmuka. Namun, beberapa area memerlukan perbaikan, seperti penyesuaian harga langganan, peningkatan algoritma rekomendasi personalisasi, dan penambahan fitur aksesibilitas serta pilihan subtitle dan dubbing dalam berbagai bahasa. Temuan ini memberikan wawasan berharga bagi pengelola Netflix untuk mengidentifikasi dan mengimplementasikan strategi peningkatan layanan guna memenuhi dan melampaui ekspektasi pengguna di masa mendatang
Three Layered Bank Locker Security System
Authors: Prof. Khiste R. R.  , Mane Rutuja  , Gaikwad Dipali  , Budhavle Swati  , Nagare Shivani
Published: December 2024

The three layered bank locker security system consists of iris scanning, fingerprint scanning and one time password (OTP) generation. The iris and fingerprint for every person is unique.No two persons in this world have identical iris or fingerprint. There is need of proper authentication to access crucial data in some cases. With the help of this system, unauthorized entry of a person can be stopped. By using this process we can avoid unauthorized entry in authorized areas like bank locker, in military base stations security, criminal identification, security system in R&D labs etc. The process of checking each & every persons ID manually by security guard is very difficult and also a time consuming process so, to solve all these problems we use smart locker system. The three layered bank locker security system is user friendly system. With the help of this security system we can make bank lockers more secure
Flood inundation and isolation differentially impact access to dialysis care
Authors: Horney Jennifer A. , Gangwal Utkarsh , Dong Shangjia
Published: December 2024

Objective: To assess the impacts of flooding on access to dialysis care and compare current and future risk from flood inundation and isolation.
Design: A cross-sectional study. Maps were generated in ArcGIS using the 100-year flood plain, transportation networks, and dialysis center locations, showing spatial flood risks for dialysis center locations in the State of Delaware.
Main outcome measure: Number of roads, intersections, and dialysis centers closed due to flood inundation or isolation and population expected to be impacted.
Results: Six dialysis facilities would be flooded in a flooding event, and three additional facilities would be isolated. The spatial distribution of dialysis care access is inequitable across the state and among socially vulnerable groups.
Conclusions: Mapping the impact of flooding on access to dialysis center care in Delaware is important for identifying geographic areas and socially vulnerable populations at high risk for dialysis service disruptions in flooding events.
Volume 19, Number 3
Authors: Disaster Medicine American Journal of
Published: December 2024

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Conversations to solutions: Exploring the role of social interaction in the workplace.
Authors: Muhammad Mujtaba  , Sara Khan  , Jawaid Ahhmed Qureshi  , Sana Mughal
Published: December 2024

Purpose- This research explores the role of social interaction in the learning and development of employees. Further, determine the relevance of the transfer and exchange of knowledge to develop novel approaches and solve unforeseen problems of an organization to remain competitive in the market.
Study Design/Methodology/Approach - The unstructured, in-depth interview approach under the qualitative research paradigm is used to gather data from employees of the manufacturing and service sectors. The theories of situated learning, community learning, and organizational learning underpin the study.
Findings- Data findings depicted that social interaction in organizational settings has an instrumental role in employees' performance. Further, findings identify that the transfer of knowledge based on formal training programs provides a set of knowledge that is not sufficient for organizations to remain competitive in the market, whereas the exchange of knowledge based on constructive social interaction discussion encourages employees to develop novel ideas and resolve unforeseen problems of their firms to get a competitive edge. Moreover, the exchange of knowledge is an indispensable element in an individual's learning, which is mostly ignored by many organizations causing the failure of firms amid throat-cutting competition.
Research Implications- The study opens new avenues for researchers to expand their research to identify further dimensions and programs of social interaction linked with individual learning. It provides an in-depth understanding and activities of employees' social interaction to practitioners to solve their startling problems and develop innovative thoughts to lead in the market.
Originality/Novelty- This is one of the few research studies that have been conducted in the context of Pakistan.
Cassava Peel - Cowpea Hull Blended Agro-Waste Fillers: Effect on Mechanical, Morphological and Degradation Properties of Polypropylene
Authors: Nwokoye, J.N.  , Okoye, P.A.C.  , Chris-Okafor, P.U.
Published: December 2024

Abstract: This study is aimed at harnessing the effect of cassava peel and cowpea hull blended agro-waste on the mechanical, morphological and degradation properties of polypropylene and recycled polypropylene. Fine powders of mesh size of 75µm cassava peel and cowpea hull were homogeneously mixed at the ratio of 50:50 to form the hybrid filler. The virgin pellets of PP and recycled polypropylene (rPP) were filled with varying weight percentages (5, 10, 15, 20) of the blended filler and the composites produced via injection moulding technique. The mechanical properties; tensile strength, percentage elongation at break, hardness, compressive strength, and shear modulus were studied according to American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards. The morphological properties were studied with a Scanning Electron Microscope at 10,000 magnifications. The degradation study was achieved by soil burial method for one hundred and eighty (180) days period. The results of the mechanical properties showed increased tensile strength, hardness, compressive strength and shear modulus while the percentage elongation at break decreased as the filler load increases. The micrographs showed that the virgin PP has better adhesion and interfacial bonding with the filler than the rPP. Biodegradation test revealed a reduction in the mass of the composites after one hundred and eighty (180) days burial period indicating that the composite is degradable. From the findings, the cassava peel-cowpea hull blended filler can be used in materials where stiffness and strength is required. Hence, it is suggested that agro-wastes such as cassava peel and cowpea hulls could be used as fillers in production of degradable plastics as they are readily available, cheap and easy to use.
Harnessing artificial intelligence for business optimization: Enhancing efficiency and sustainability in SMEs
Authors: May Equitozia Eyeregba  , Chukwunweike Mokogwu  , Somto Emmanuel Ewim  , Titilayo Deborah Olorunyomi
Published: December 2024

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role in driving economic growth and innovation, yet they often struggle with limited resources, operational inefficiencies, and sustainability challenges. In this context, artificial intelligence (AI) presents a transformative opportunity for optimizing business processes, improving decision-making, and promoting sustainable practices. This review explores the integration of AI technologies to enhance efficiency and sustainability in SMEs, focusing on practical applications such as automation, predictive analytics, and intelligent resource management. By leveraging AI, SMEs can automate repetitive tasks, optimize supply chains, and streamline financial operations, leading to cost reductions and productivity gains. Additionally, AI-powered customer engagement tools, such as chatbots and personalized marketing systems, allow SMEs to better understand customer behavior and enhance service delivery. On the sustainability front, AI enables real-time monitoring of energy consumption, waste management, and resource utilization, helping SMEs align with environmental and regulatory standards. However, the adoption of AI in SMEs faces significant challenges, including data quality issues, limited budgets, and a lack of technical expertise. This review proposes a strategic approach to implementing AI solutions, emphasizing the need for tailored tools, effective data management, and employee training. By examining successful case studies, we highlight how AI-driven optimization has empowered SMEs to overcome operational hurdles and achieve sustainable growth. As the business landscape becomes increasingly competitive and sustainability-focused, integrating AI is not only beneficial but essential for SMEs seeking long-term resilience. This study aims to provide SMEs with actionable insights into adopting AI technologies, ultimately fostering efficiency, innovation, and sustainability in their operations.
Keywords: Artificial intelligence, Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), Business Optimization, Review.
Regional and socio-demographic predictors of dietary proficiency of adolescent girls in Nigeria
Authors: Olumakaiye Motunrayo Funke , Nzeagwu Ogechi Chinwe , Otitoola Olufunmilola Comfort , Ariyo Oluwaseun , Abe John , Popoola Bolanle Rachael , Gbemileke Ayodele , Akinyotu Oseyemi Esther
Published: December 2024

Background: Dietary behaviors of female adolescents are of increasing concern due to their critical role in determining long-term health outcomes. Aims: This study aimed at investigating dietary proficiency of adolescent girls aged 10 – 19. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted with 2261 in-school female adolescents aged 10 – 19 years. Participants were selected using a multistage stratified random sampling procedure was used to select participants from three geopolitical zones in Nigeria. Two states were selected from three geopolitical zones in Nigeria: North-Central (Kogi and Niger States), South-East (Abia and Imo States), and South-West (Osun and Ondo States). A validated questionnaire was employed to collect data on sociodemographic variables, Dietary Diversity (DD), Nutrition Knowledge (NK), and Dietary Behavior (DB). These variables were combined to define Dietary Proficiency. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 27. Chi-square test assessed regional associations, while logistic regression analysis was used to identify predictors of dietary proficiency (DP). Statistical significance was set at p < 0.05. Results: Significant regional variations were observed in DD (χ2 = 36.069), NK (χ2 = 56.895), DB (χ2 = 176.52), and DP (χ2 = 40.551). Older girls residing in peri-urban location, from Igbo ethnic group, and moderately large household predicted a likelihood of higher DD with odd ratios exceeding 1. Larger household size (OR = 1.056, 95% CI = 0.813 – 1.373) predicted higher NK. Residing in South-East region (OR = 2.030, 95% CI = 1.640 – 2.513) and being in the mid-adolescent age group (14 – 16 years) (OR = 2.093, 95%CI = 1.589 – 2.756) doubled the likelihood of high DB. Predictors of higher DP included older age (OR = 1.160, 95% CI = 0.923 –1.457) and residence in the South-East region (OR = 1.148, 95% CI = 0.883–1.49). Conclusion: Regional and sociodemographic differences significantly influenced dietary proficiency among adolescent girls. Addressing these disparities through targeted nutrition education and awareness programs is crucial for promoting healthier dietary behaviors and improving overall dietary proficiency in this population.
Keywords: Dietary Factors, School Adolescent Female, Food Choices, Food Intake, Nigeria.