bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Counterexamples in self-testing
Authors: Mančinska Laura , Schmidt Simon
Published: July 2023

In the recent years self-testing has grown into a rich and active area of study with applications ranging from practical verification of quantum devices to deep complexity theoretic results. Self-testing allows a classical verifier to deduce which quantum measurements and on what state are used, for example, by provers Alice and Bob in a nonlocal game. Hence, self-testing as well as its noise-tolerant cousin – robust self-testing – are desirable features for a nonlocal game to have.Contrary to what one might expect, we have a rather incomplete understanding of if and how self-testing could fail to hold. In particular, could it be that every 2-party nonlocal game or Bell inequality with a quantum advantage certifies the presence of a specific quantum state? Also, is it the case that every self-testing result can be turned robust with enough ingeniuty and effort? We answer these questions in the negative by providing simple and fully explicit counterexamples. To this end, given two nonlocal games G1 and G2, we introduce the (G1∨G2)-game, in which the players get pairs of questions and choose which game they want to play. The players win if they choose the same game and win it with the answers they have given. Our counterexamples are based on this game and we believe this class of games to be of independent interest.
On the existence and uniqueness of a positive solution to a boundary-value problem of the Sturm-Liouville type for a nonlinear ordinary differential equation
Authors: Abduragimov G. E. , Abduragimova P. E. , Kuramagomedova M. M.
Published: July 2023

Using the fixed point theorem in partially ordered sets, we obtain sufficient conditions for the existence of a unique positive solution to a boundary-value problem of the Sturm-Liouville type for a nonlinear ordinary differential equation, and give an example illustrating the results obtained.
Mathematical model of ideal free distribution in the predator-prey system
Authors: Zelenchuk P. A. , Tsybulin V. G.
Published: July 2023

We consider a system of reaction-diffusion-advection equations which describes the evolution of spatial distributions of antagonistic populations under directed migration. The concept of an ideal free distribution (IFD) for a predator-prey system is introduced. We find conditions on parameters under which there exist explicit stationary solutions with nonzero densities of both species. The numerical approach with staggered grids is used to analyze solutions in case of violation of the conditions on the coefficients that provide the IFD. We construct asymptotic expansions for an inhomogeneous one-dimensional area and present the results of a computational experiment in the case of violation of the IFD conditions.
Exceptional sets
Authors: Krivosheev A. S. , Krivosheeva O. A.
Published: July 2023

In this paper, we study sequences of complex numbers of the first order. Multiple terms are allowed for such sequences. We also consider complex sequences with a finite maximum density. We construct special coverings of multiple sets {λk,nk} consisting of circles centered at points λk of special radii. In particular, we construct coverings are with connected components of a relatively small diameter, as well as coverings that are C0-sets. These coverings act as exceptional sets for entire functions of exponential type. Outside these sets, we obtain a representation of the logarithm of the modulus of an entire function. Previously, a similar representation was obtained by B. Ya. Levin outside the exceptional set, with respect to which only its existence is asserted. In contrast to this, in this paper we present a simple effective construction of an exceptional set. We construct bases of the invariant subspace of analytic functions in a convex domain. They consist of linear combinations of eigenfunctions and associated functions (exponential monomials) of the differentiation operator divided into relatively small groups.
Ibnu Batutah Sang Pengembara (Analisis Sosio Historis Petualangan Tokoh Geografer Muslim Melalui Naskah Tuḥfatun Nuẓẓār Fī Gharāʾibil Amṣār Wa Ajāʾibil Asfār)
Authors: Mahlil Mahlil , Furqan Muhammad
Published: July 2023

Ibnu Batutah atau Muhammad bin Batutah yang bernama lengkap Abu Abdullah Muhammad bin Abdullah Al-Lawati At-Tanji bin Batutah merupakan pengembara bangsa Arab terbesar yang terakhir pada Abad Pertengahan. Ia berhasil menyaingi orang besar yang hidup sezaman dengannya, Marcopolo Al-Bandaqi. Pengembaraannya meliputi seluruh dunia Islam. Dia telah menempuh lebih dari 175 mil, yang dimulai dari Thanjah, tempat kelahirannya, pada saat berusia 28 tahun, pada tahun 1326 M dan berakhir di Fez pada tahun 1353 M. Karyanya yang terkenal dengan judul Hadiah Bagi Para Pemerhati Negeri-negeri Asing dan Pengalaman-pengalaman Ajaib (Tuḥfatun Nuẓẓār fī Gharāʾibil Amṣār wa Ajāʾibil Asfār) yang disusun oleh Ibnu Juzay, namun sering kali hanya disebut Ar-Rihlah Ibnu Batutah. Tulisan ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian kepustakaan (library research). Objek penelitian kepustakaan ini fokus pada studi tokoh Ibnu Batutah sebagai tokoh geografer Muslim terhadap karyanya Ar-Rihlah dengan tujuan untuk menganalisa sosio historis pengembaraanya ke berbagai belahan dunia. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan telaah sumber bacaan lainnya yaitu buku-buku teks, ensiklopedi, jurnal, dan lain sebagainya. Hasil kajian ditemukan bahwa naskah ini banyak kita temukan kisah perjalanannya, dan gambaran keyakinannya terhadap hal-hal yang aneh, pencampur adukan berbagai peristiwa, dan perhatiannya yang berlebihan terhadap kekeramatan para wali dan ulama, dan sebagian kepercayaan para pengembara pada setiap zaman. Meskipun demikian, dia banyak menyaksikan berbagai peristiwa, sekaligus mengetahui bagaimana cara menggambarkan apa-apa yang dia lihat, dengan penuh kejelian atau dengan cara yang sederhana. Itulah yang menjadikannya sebagai seorang ahli geografi dan pengembara yang unik dari kalangan bangsa Arab. Dia adalah seorang pengembara yang tujuannya hanya untuk mengembara. Dia injakkan kakinya di tanah yang sama sekali belum dia ketahui dengan perasaan yang tenang. Dia sangat senang berkenalan dengan wilayah dan bangsa yang baru.
Gaya Bahasa Hadis Tentang Keutamaan Puasa Ramadhan Dalam Kitab Sunan Ibn Majah (Kajian Stilistika Hadis)
Authors: Kurnia Ulfa , Qalyubi Syihabuddin , Hidayat Moh. Wahid
Published: July 2023

Al-Quran dan hadis mempunyai nilai yang sama, yaitu wahyu yang berasal dari Allah swt. Gaya bahasa dalam hadis menjadi salah satu hal yang menarik untuk diteliti. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan gaya bahasa pada hadis tentang keutamaan bulan Ramadhan Sunan Ibn Majah, mencakup tiga level analisis yaitu level fonologi, level sintaksis, dan level semantik. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif deskriptif. Data-data penelitian diperoleh dengan menggunakan metode simak dan teknik catat. Adapun metode analisisnya menggunakan metode deskriptif dan komparatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa hadis tentang keutamaan bulan Ramadhan Sunan Ibn Majahmemiliki gaya bahasa pada 3 level analisis stilistika.
Invasi Bangsa Mongolia di Baghdad Sebagai Awal Kehancuran Literatur Islam
Authors: Ibrahim Arfah
Published: July 2023

The reign of the Abbasid dynasty reached its golden age during the reign of caliph Harun al-Rashid and caliph al-Ma'mun. At that time, literacy centers had developed, and the city of Baghdad was called a world professor because it had places of learning that gave birth to experts in several fields of knowledge, and became a center for translation facilities that translated many Arabic and non-Arabic books. However, in 1258 this dynasty entered a phase of destruction followed by the disappearance of scientific civilization as the Mongolian dynasty, which was then led by Hulagu Khan, came. The entire civilization of the Abbasid dynasty in Baghdad was destroyed and school buildings, mosques, universities and other buildings were torn down, all books were burned and thrown into the Tigris river, so that the river water turned black and many experts in the field of science were killed. All civilizations that once reached their heyday were immediately scorched to earth by the actions of the Mongolian troops. This was the beginning of the destruction of Islamic literacy because all evidence of books was destroyed and the deaths of experts in the field of knowledge who were sources of studying knowledge.
Pencegahan Bibliocrime sebagai Upaya Preventif Pelestarian Koleksi (Evaluasi pada Perpustakaan Universitas Ubudiyah Indonesia)
Authors: Nurrahmi Nurrahmi , Munandar Rizky Aries , Asnawi Asnawi
Published: July 2023

Berangkat dari masalah masih adanya perilaku bibliocrime walaupun pihak pengelola perpustakaan Universitas Ubudiyah Indonesia Aceh telah melakukan usaha pencegahan terhadap bibliocrime, maka perlu dievaluasi kembali setiap usaha pencegahan bibliocrime tersebut guna melihat sejauh mana keberhasilan upaya pencegahan yang telah diterapkan dan dapat ditingkatkan lagi untuk kedepannya agar lebih efektif dan efisien. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui upaya pencegahan bibliocrime yang dilakukan di Perpustakaan Universitas Ubudiyah Indonesia Aceh dan dampak dari penerapan upaya pencegahan bibliocrime terhadap pelestarian koleksi. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode deskriptif. Subjek dalam penelitian ini yaitu pihak pengelola perpustakaan Universitas Ubudiyah Indonesia Aceh yang berjumlah satu orang, sedangkan objek penelitian ini yaitu upaya preventif yang dilakukan oleh pihak pengelola Perpustakaan Universitas Ubudiyah Indonesia Aceh dalam mencegah bibliocrime. Teknik pengumpulan data yaitu observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Model evaluasi yang digunakan yaitu model discrepancy dimana penilaian suatu program berdasarkan kesenjangan antara standar yang diharapkan dengan fakta di lapangan. Analisis data terdiri dari reduksi data, penyajian data, dan menarik kesimpulan atau verifikasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa upaya pencegahan bibliocrime yang dilakukan oleh pengelola Perpustakaan Ubudiyah Indonesia Aceh yaitu arsitektur gedung dan desain ruangan, loker, petugas keamanan, security gate, barcode, pemeriksaan ketat buku yang baru dikembalikan, denda dan sanksi, dan program orientasi perpustakaan. Walaupun demikian, upaya pencegahan yang sudah sesuai dengan standar adalah pemeriksaan ketat pada buku yang baru dikembalikan. Dampak dari upaya pencegahan bibliocrime di perpustakaan Universitas Ubudiyah Indonesia Aceh terhadap pelestarian koleksi yaitu dengan adanya upaya pencegahan yang telah dilakukan tingkat bibliocrime menjadi lebih rendah sehingga menyebabkan terjaminnya kelestarian koleksi yang ada di perpustakaan.
Analisis Bekerja Dalam Tinjauan Ekonomi Islam dengan Pendekatan Hadis Tematik
Authors: Afrianty Noni , Supian Aan
Published: July 2023

This study to analyze the hadith abput working thematics methods. This type of research is library research with a qualitative approach. The source of data in this study is five books through the hadissoft application. Analysis techniques using thematics methods through 11 (eleven) stages. The result of this research show that work is a command and test for all mankind and is of good value before Allah Almighty. Mankind gets and eats what his own hands strive, so everyone must have good work motivation and a high work ethic so that it will improve their abilities
PENYISIHAN KADAR AMONIA (NH3) DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE MOVING BED BIOFILM REACTOR (MBBR) SEDERHANA PADA LIMBAH INDUSTRI PUPUK UREA
Authors: Juliansyah Harahap  , Mutia Zuhra  , Husnawati Yahya  , Syafrina Sari Lubis
Published: July 2023

Industri pupuk urea menghasilkan limbah yang mengandung amonia (NH3) yang bersifat racun sehingga jika dibuang langsung ke lingkungan dapat mencemari lingkungan dan merusak ekosistem. Salah satu metode yang digunakan untuk menurunkan kadar amonia (NH3) adalah metode Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) yang merupakan metode pengolahan biologis yang menggunakan media Kaldness sebagai tempat pengembangbiakan mikroorganisme atau tempat pembentukan biofilm.  Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui efektifitas dari metode Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) dalam mendegradasi parameter Amonia (NH3), pH, TSS, dan COD pada limbah industri pupuk urea. Penelitian ini menggunakan variasi media dalam reaktor sebanyak 30% dan 50% dari volume limbah dengan variasi waktu kontak selama 24 jam, 48 jam dan 72 jam. Penurunan kadar parameter pH tertinggi terjadi pada variasi waktu 24 jam dengan variasi media sebanyak 50% yaitu 8,5 dari konsentrasi awal 9,1. Kadar TSS semakin meninggi pada variasi waktu 72 jam dengan media sebanyak 50% yang dari kadar awalnya 16 mg/l menjadi 474 mg/L. Penurunan kadar COD tertinggi terjadi pada waktu 72 jam dengan variasi media 0% pada reaktor kontrol yaitu  dari nilai awal 243 mg/L menjadi 5 mg/L. Sedangkan penurunan kadar polutan  amonia (NH3) tertinggi terjadi pada variasi waktu 72 jam dengan variasi media sebanyak 50%  dengan kadar awal 112,04 mg/L menjadi 86,53 mg/L. Maka metode MBBR efektif pada pengolahan parameter Amonia (NH3), pH, TSS, dan COD kecuali pada parameter TSS.
The Digital Turn in Business Anthropology
Authors: Artz Matt
Published: July 2023

This essay examines the emerging “digital turn” in business anthropology, a phenomenon propelled by the increasing prevalence and influence of digital technologies. Despite the significant underrepresentation of digital anthropology in current literature within the Journal of Business Anthropology, its relevance to the traditionally focused areas of organizational culture, marketing, consumer research, advertising, and user experience is irrefutable, given the rapid digitalization of the business landscape. By exploring evidence of the “digital turn” and the potential for digital anthropology to overtake design anthropology as a dominant paradigm, this essay advocates for integrating digital anthropology into the professional discourses and research practices of business anthropologists. It highlights the capacity of digital anthropology to equip practitioners with the necessary tools and perspectives to navigate and respond effectively to the ever-evolving digital landscape. Furthermore, the essay delves into the potential of emerging digital technologies, such as AI, to revolutionize anthropological research and practice. Simultaneously, it underscores the entrepreneurial opportunities available to founder anthropologists, specifically by productizing anthropological knowledge and methods. However, practitioners must also acknowledge and address significant challenges such as the rapid pace of digital transformation, privacy and ethical considerations, and the risk of introducing machine bias into the research process. In conclusion, the essay posits that the emerging “digital turn” in business anthropology offers substantial opportunities that will shape the discipline in the coming years, warranting its inclusion by practitioners and academics alike.
Stock Liquidity and State Ownership: Evidence from the Banking Industry of Selected Asian Emerging Markets
Authors: Lee Ai-Xin , Hooy Chee-Wooi
Published: July 2023

Manuscript type: Research paper Research aims: Liquidity creation is deemed important in the emerging markets banking industry. It turns out to be more challenging when subject to ownership issues, particularly state ownership. The government possesses substantial ownership in many large banks in Asian emerging markets and has a significant effect on firms’ stock liquidity through trading activity. Hence, state ownership is a key determinant of stock liquidity. This paper investigates the effect of state ownership on stock liquidity in Asian emerging markets. Design/Methodology/Approach: Using the GMM panel regression model, this study examines a sample of 209 banks in Asian emerging markets including China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand from 2009 to 2018. For the robustness test, an alternative liquidity measure is conducted. Research findings: Results show that state ownership is positively related to stock liquidity, implying that the participation of the government provides investors’ confidence and perceives these stocks as value-enhancing stocks. However, this positive effect on stock liquidity turns out to be negative when the state ownership surpassed a certain threshold. Thus, this paper finds a non-linear inverse U-shaped relationship between state ownership and stock liquidity. Further analysis also shows that large banks tend to enjoy greater liquidity compared to smaller banks. Theoretical contribution/Originality: Unlike past studies that focus on other ownership structures, this study focuses on state ownership of large banks in emerging markets. This study contributes by collectively addressing the impact of state ownership on stock liquidity, with a focus on the banking industry in the Asian emerging markets context. Practitioner/Policy implications: The findings of this study can benefit investors, policymakers, and other stakeholders to better understand the impact of state ownership on stock liquidity. There are various implications in terms of investment decisions and corporate governance policies pertaining to corporate ownership structure. Research limitation: Future studies may consider conducting sub-samples using a different threshold of state ownership. Besides, this study focuses on the banking sector and hence the results may not be generalised.
Zakat Distribution Priorities in Malaysia: An Analytic Hierarchy Process Analysis
Authors: Azhar Zubir , Mydin Muhammad Kamil Kader , Pitchay Anwar Allah
Published: July 2023

Manuscript type: Research paper Research aims: A key objective of zakat institutions is to distribute funds efficiently and effectively. Despite its critical role in alleviating poverty, the distribution of zakat appears to have been overlooked by previous studies. Recognising such a gap, this study examines the distribution priorities of zakat funds in Malaysia. Design/Methodology/Approach: Our study relies upon secondary data on the distribution of zakat funds between 2007 and 2015. We analyse the data using the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) technique (pair-wise technique analysis), which involves ranking zakat recipients and comparing them across all states in Malaysia. Research findings: This study demonstrates that zakat funds were distributed to beneficiaries as mentioned in the Quran: hardcore poor (fakir), poor (miskin), zakat operator (amil), inclined to Islam (muallaf), slave (riqab), debtors (gharimin) wayfarer (fisabilillah) and stranded in path (Ibnu Sabil). The poverty groups and wayfarers were the top priority of Malaysian zakat institutions. Meanwhile, debtors, slaves, and those stranded in path were given the least importance. Theoretical contribution/Originality: This study addresses the gap in the zakat literature by adding empirical evidence on the zakat distribution practices amongst all states in Malaysia in remedying the long-standing issue of poverty. The output of this study contributes to enhancing society’s understanding of the role of zakat institutions in combating poverty in Malaysia. Practitioner/Policy implication: A clear policy that focuses on designing practical programmes that can enhance the living standards of poor people should be designed and reinforced in all zakat institutions. Research limitation/Implications: The study’s data is limited from 2007 to 2015. This is due to the inconsistency and missing data related to the distribution of zakat. Nevertheless, this study extends the existing zakat management literature, especially in the context of zakat collection and distribution among beneficiaries. Furthermore, the present study highlights important issues on how to manage zakat funds in Malaysia practically.
Theoretical Models of Financial Literacy: A Bibliometric Analysis and Literature Review
Authors: Idris Ahmad , Rahmawati Alni , Surwanti Arni
Published: July 2023

Manuscript type: Literature review Research aims: This study aims to identify research trends in theoretical models of financial literacy in the Scopus database from 2013 to 2021. Future research can focus on the least-used variables in theoretical models of financial literacy. Design/Methodology/Approach: Seventy-three articles using theoretical models of financial literacy are discussed in this study. This paper uses bibliometric analysis to visualise the bibliographic coupling, co-citation, and co-occurrence of keywords. Research findings: An increasing number of articles on financial literacy models have been published in the Scopus database, suggesting a growing interest in theoretical models of financial literacy and financial literacy knowledge. Performance, competitive advantage and business experience are increasingly being used as variables, indicating an opportunity to further investigate financial literacy models. Theoretical contribution/Originality: This study is the first to investigate theoretical models of financial literacy using bibliometric analysis and a literature review. This study focuses on articles published between 2013 to 2021. Practitioner/Policy implication: This study is important because it connects previous and more recent studies, identifies gaps in understanding, and suggests new ways to study theoretical models of financial literacy. Research limitations/Implications: The material used in this study was only taken from the Scopus database. Therefore, further research needs to be done by including indexing and other databases.
Behavioural Biases and Investment Decisions during COVID-19: An Empirical Study of Chinese Investors
Authors: Hii Ivy S.H. , Li Xu , Zhu Haifeng
Published: July 2023

Due the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, China’s economy and securities market were significantly impacted, prompting the need to understand investor behaviour during this emergency. This study investigates the investment behaviour of Chinese investors during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on four types of investor biases: representativeness, overconfidence, disposition effect, and herding effect. The study utilized a quantitative research design, collecting data through an online questionnaire and a convenience sampling method from investors who traded in the Shanghai Stock Exchange and the Shenzhen Stock Exchange. Multiple linear regression analysis was employed to examine the impact of behavioural biases on investment decisions during the pandemic. Results showed that representativeness, disposition effect and herding effect significantly influenced investors’ investment decisions. This study contributes to the literature on behavioural finance by providing empirical evidence of the impact of behavioural biases on Chinese investors’ investment decisions during a crisis. The findings have practical implications for financial institutions to better understand the behaviour of Chinese investors during times of crisis and suggest the need for financial institutions to incorporate behavioural finance principles in their risk management practices.
Used paper tissues for pathogen identification in acute respiratory infection
Authors: Rector Annabel , Bloemen Mandy , Ranst Marc Van , Wollants Elke
Published: July 2023

During the Belgian winter and spring season 2022-2023, we
investigated the potential of used paper tissue (UPT) as a non-invasive
sampling method for the diagnosis of acute respiratory infections.
Screening for respiratory pathogens was done using an in-house developed
respiratory panel for simultaneous detection of 22 respiratory viruses
and 7 non-viral pathogens. The method allowed the identification and
typing of respiratory pathogens in symptomatic individuals, as well as
in collective samples taken at a community level. Pathogens that were
identified in nasal swabs could also be detected in concurrent UPT from
the same patient. In all cases that tested positive on an
antigen-detection rapid diagnostic test, the corresponding virus could
be detected in UPT. The collection of UPT could be useful in
epidemiological surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 and other coronaviruses, as
well as other respiratory pathogens such as influenzavirus, respiratory
syncytial virus, entero/rhinoviruses including EV D68,
parainfluenzaviruses and Streptococcus pneumoniae. Multiple
respiratory pathogens could be detected in UPTs of collectivities,
confirming its applicability for community testing. This is especially
interesting for screening in nursing homes, centers for the disabled,
schools or other settings were taking nasal or nasopharyngeal samples is
cumbersome.
Desmopressin improves the intraoperative bleeding and surgical field in patients who underwent nasal surgery: Systematic review and meta analysis
Authors: Hwang Se Hwan , Kim Sun Hong , Bae Ah young
Published: July 2023

Objectives: The aim of our study was to determine the efficacy
of prophylactic desmopressin administered via intranasal or intravenous
routes in reducing intraoperative bleeding during nasal surgery. We
conducted a meta-analysis of relevant literature to investigate the role
of preoperative desmopressin in minimizing bleeding complications
associated with nasal surgery. Data Sources: Pubmed, SCOPUS,
Google scholar, Embase, and the Cochrane Register of Controlled Trials
Design& Setting: We screened the relevant literature published
before February 2023. Nine articles that compared the perioperative use
of desmopressin (treatment group) with a placebo or no treatment
(control group) were included for this analysis of outcomes, which
included intraoperative bleeding and postoperative morbidity in nasal
surgery. Results: The treatment group showed significant
improvement in intraoperative bleeding, surgical field, and surgeon
satisfaction compared to the control group. However, prophylactic use of
desmopressin was associated with elevated blood pressure and decreased
serum sodium levels. Despite this, no significant adverse effects were
reported in the included studies. Subgroup analyses comparing the route
of administration (IV vs intranasal) and type of surgery (rhinoplasty vs
ESS) showed that desmopressin had a beneficial effect on intraoperative
bleeding and surgical field, regardless of the route of administration
or type of surgery. Conclusion: The prophylactic use of
desmopressin for nasal surgery effectively reduced intraoperative
bleeding, improved the surgical field, and increased surgeon
satisfaction with no significant adverse effects reported. However,
caution should be exercised when administering desmopressin as it may
cause an elevation in postoperative blood pressure in patients with
cardiopulmonary problems. Level of Evidence: Ia
Egalitarianism and redistributive reform in Serbia after 2000
Authors: Arandarenko Mihail , Pavlovic Dusan
Published: July 2023

We investigate post-communist redistributive policies in Serbia, focusing particularly on the period after 2000. Our main argument is that market fundamentalism, which posits that the market is the most efficient solution for the postcommunist transition, has failed to deliver on its promises. The expectation was that, after a temporary transitional sacrifice, the worse-off would benefit equally with the better-off by reaping the rewards of market economic reforms. The anticipated faster growth was supposed to generate more quality jobs as the most effective means to alleviate poverty. Unfortunately, growth has been sluggish, while inequalities in Serbia have experienced rapid and persistent growth since 2000. We look into redistributive reform measures to understand the reasons behind this outcome. Our approach combines applied political philosophy with economic policy analysis - a unique intersection of two social science disciplines. Firstly, our research explores the implicit and explicit normative foundations of postcommunist economic reforms. Secondly, we identify and analyse a pivotal juncture of policy reform in the early 2000s. During this period, the newly-adopted neoliberal taxation and social policies were combined with class- and ethnic-based discriminatory approaches inherited from the pre-1990s socialist era and the post-socialist 1990s, respectively. This combination resulted in distinct, notably pro-rich redistributive patterns in Serbia.
Financial development and innovationled economic growth: Empirical insight from sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: Jibir Adamu , Zada Hassan , Abdu Musa , Khan Naveed
Published: July 2023

The body of literature on the nexus concerning innovation, the development of
financial systems, and economic growth has gained increasing attention in
recent times. However, it is observed that the majority of studies are
conducted in developed and emerging economies. This study is unique in its
own right by exploring the effect of innovation and financial development on
economic growth using panel data for 30 sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) countries
from 2001-2018. The study employed symmetric panel ARDL, common correlated
effect ARDL, and asymmetric panel ARDL. Our empirical findings revealed a
long-run effect of innovation and financial development on the economic
growth of SSA. This means that expansion of the financial sector and better
innovation activities in SSA stimulate long-term economic growth. Robustness
tests provided consistent results with the baseline findings. The study
therefore recommends that to promote sustained economic growth and
development in the region, policy makers must collectively work in close
collaboration with relevant stakeholders in enhancing regional financial
reforms and innovative activities.
Health risk assessment of toxic elements in sedimentable dust from landfills
Authors: Marceta Una , Vucinic-Vasic Milica , Ninkov Jordana , Ilic Strahinja , Vujic Bogdana
Published: July 2023

Four monitoring campaigns of sedimentable dust were provided from two large non-sanitary landfills (Zrenjanin and Novi Sad) in Serbia during 2021. Particle size analysis by laser diffraction and inductively coupled plasma-optical emission spectrometry were carried out in order to obtain the particle size distribution (PSD) and the toxic elements (TEs) concentrations. The health risk assessment of the landfill employees was performed according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency methods based on TEs concentrations. The PSD results demonstrated that the majority of sedimentable dust samples mass were not concentrated neither within PM2.5 neither within PM10 fraction. Analysis revealed high concentration of TEs at both landfills: an extremely high concentrations of Cr and Zn in samples from Zrenjanin landfill was detected. Health risk potential of elements was as follows for both landfills: Cr > Co > Pb > Ni > Zn > Cu. According to the results, maximal hazard index for landfill employees in Zrenjanin (0.197) and Novi Sad (0.113) showed that non-cancer risk was very low. For both landfill sites, cancer risk was highest for Cr (2.75?10-5 for Zrenjanin and 2.02?10-7 for Novi Sad), though still within the defined threshold for tolerable cancer risk.
A Systematic Review of Experimental Research on Accountability in Auditing
Authors: Donnelly Amy M. , Donnelly David P.
Published: July 2023

Accountability research in auditing has spanned several decades, highlighting its importance in better understanding auditors’ judgments and decision-making processes. This study provides a systematic review of experimental audit research on accountability. We identify how previous research findings relate to theory, offer design considerations for future research, and provide future research opportunities. Relevant research was identified utilizing two databases. After removing duplicate records and applying exclusion criteria, a final population of 47 manuscripts is included in this review. We find that prior research results largely align with Tetlock’s social contingency model of accountability. This research stream is ripe with opportunities to enhance our understanding of accountability in auditing. Avenues for future research include investigating auditors’ responses to multiple accountability pressures, developing a measure of accountability, better understanding accountability in a post-COVID work environment, and considering ways to improve audit quality by shifting from a punitive to a more rewards-based system.

Data Availability: The data that support the findings of this study are available from the database sources cited in the text.
Progresso e barbárie
Authors: Firmiano Frederico Daia , Loureiro André Terra de Oliveira
Published: July 2023

Este ensaio visa examinar algumas reverberações no campo da arquitetura e do urbanismo de conceitos e ideologias fundamentais ao processo histórico da modernidade e do capitalismo contemporâneo, tomando como referências a teoria crítica da Escola de Frankfurt e a teoria da crise estrutural do capital, de István Mészáros. O objeto de pesquisa são as próprias manifestações na teoria e prática da arquitetura e do urbanismo, de tal forma que elegemos para análise alguns momentos da produção arquitetônica ao longo do século XX e início do XXI. Por fim, como resultado da análise dos objetos elegidos, identificamos algumas tendências estruturantes da produção arquitetônica no capitalismo do século XXI, sobretudo no que diz respeito às relações entre espaço construído e usuário e às novas formas de habitar e trabalhar na cidade contemporânea.
Penguatan Kapasitas Kelembagaan Desa dan Kelompok Sadar Wisata melalui Kemitraan Strategis Aktor Heptahelix dalam Pengembangan Desa Wisata Kunjir Kabupaten Lampung Selatan
Authors: Kagungan Dian , Zainal Anna Gustina , Neta Yulia , Rosalia Feni
Published: July 2023

Pengembangan pariwisata di Propinsi Lampung hanya melibatkan beberapa aktor saja, cenderung berjalan sendiri-sendiri dan belum adanya regulasi tentang kerjasama serta belum memiliki tema sentral yang layak jual, termasuk memaksimalkan promosi dan pemasaran produk-produk pariwisatanya tidak terkecuali di Desa Kunjir, Kecamatan Rajabasa Kabupaten Lampung Selatan. Pentingnya jalinan kerjasama yang sinergis antara pemerintah (sebagai regulator), academic (sebagai konseptor), bussiness (sebagai investor), local community (sebagai operator), media (sebagai promosi), non gvernment organization (sebagai educator) serta keterlibatan milenial (sebagai consumer)  disebut Heptahelix. Konsep ini menawarkan keterlibatan NGO dan keterlibatan millenial, dalam pengembangan desa wisata Kunjir yang dikemas dalam kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat.
Hasil  pengabdian (1) aspek ketercapaian pelaksanaan pelatihan desa wisata Kunjir berada dalam kategori baik dimana ketercapaian target jumlah peserta pelatihan, ketercapaian tujuan pelatihan, ketercapaian target materi yang telah disiapkan dan kemampuan peserta dalam penguasaan materi berada dalam kategori baik, 80% (2) aspek perubahan pengetahuan kelompok khayalak telah terjadi perubahan ketiga indikator yang digunakan mengalami kenaikan dalam rentang 10% hingga 35%,
Saran/rekomendasi yang penting dari kegiatan ini: (1) kegiatan dengan tema serupa lebih sering diadakanl; (2) perlunya dukungan dari Pemerintah Kabupaten Lampung Selatan agar memberikan kesempatan kepada kelompok sadar wisata untuk mengikuti berbagai pelatihan mempelajari kesuksesan di daerah tujuan wisata lainnya; (3) perlunya inisiasi kerjasama yang sinergis dengan kalangan bisnis yang membantu pemasaran produk pariwisata
EFEKTIVITAS MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN DAKOTA (DAKON MATEMATIKA) DALAM MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR MATEMATIKA DI SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Sugiyanta Geyol , Trisnani Novy , Santika Yessy
Published: July 2023

This study aims to find out whether the use of Dakota or Dakon Matematika learning media is effective in improving students' Mathematics learning outcomes in elementary schools, especially in learning materials for Least Common Multiple (KPK) and Greatest Common Factor (FPB). This study uses a library research methodology (library research). The study materials in this study used 8 main books, 13 main research articles and 7 previous studies, as materials or sources in this research. Analysis using description. The results of the study stated that Dakota or Dakon Matematika learning media is a visual learning media that is effective in improving student learning outcomes in elementary schools on KPK and FPB material. In addition, the use of Dakota learning media makes the learning process in class more effective, fun, and increases student activity in learning.
ANALISIS PERBANDINGAN PENERAPAN KURIKULUM MERDEKA DAN KURIKULUM 2013 TERHADAP MATERI PEMBELAJARAN PANCASILA DI KELAS IV
Authors: Lase Indah Wijaya , Harefa Edward , Gulo Seven Rianto , Gulo Sumangeli
Published: July 2023

This study aims determine the application of the Merdeka Curriculum students learning outcomes in Pancasila education. The quantitative research with ex-post facto design and random sampling technique was used so that the research sample was grade IV students of SD Swasta Kristen BNKP Lahewa as many as 33 students. Based on the results of the paired sample t-test analysis, it was found that there was a significant difference in midterm exam results in the odd semester (2013 Curriculum implementation) and the midterm exam results in the even semester (Merdeka Curriculum implementation) in grade IV students in Pancasila education.
ANALISIS KESULITAN MEMBACA PERMULAAN PADA SISWA KELAS II DI SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Octavia Reineta Dwi , Nugraha Fajar , Nurani Riga Zahara
Published: July 2023

Reading is one aspect of language skills that students must have. Reading at the beginning level is an activity to learn to recognize written language and students are required to voice the symbols of language sounds. The purpose of this study was to analyze the form of difficulty and factors causing the difficulty of learning to read grade 2 elementary school students in Tasikmalaya Regency. The research method used is qualitative descriptive, data collection is carried out through student reading tests which are confirmed by observation and interview process. The sample in this study was 2 male students and 1 female student who had been given a reading test. The results of this study state that the form of difficulty and the factors causing the difficulty of learning to read each student are different. Based on the test results that students followed, the forms of reading learning difficulties experienced were: difficulty recognizing letters, distinguishing similar letter shapes, combining letters into words, and wrong pronunciation by replacing letters. The factors causing students' difficulty learning to read are divided into two factors, namely internal factors.
MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR MATEMATIKA SISWA DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN MEDIA MISTAR BILANGAN PADA MATERI PENJUMLAHAN DAN PENGURANGAN BILANGAN BULAT
Authors: Syamsa Denisa Nurul , Zahrah Riza Fatimah , Febriani Winarti Dwi
Published: July 2023

During elementary school age children who are experiencing developments in the level of thinking definitely need a stimulus to better understand a material, one of which is in learning mathematics. Understanding of mathematical concepts is one of the most important things in the learning process, especially in the matter of addition and subtraction of integers. The purpose of this study was to improve students' learning outcomes in mathematics by using number rule media in grade 4 elementary schools in Tasikmalaya. The research method used is Classroom Action Research, data collection is done through tests, observation, documentation, interviews. The subjects in this study were 12 male students and 11 female students. The results of this study stated that learning mathematics by using a number ruler media can improve student learning outcomes. Based on the results of the pre-cycle research, cycle I and cycle II, student learning completeness in the pre-cycle reached 17.39% and experienced an increase in cycle I by 26.31% to 65.21% then in cycle II it increased again by 30.44%. to 95.65%.
ANALISIS KOMUNIKASI PEMBELAJARAN GURU KELAS DENGAN SISWA KELAS VI DI SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Abi Antonius Remigius , Ana Juli , Tanjung Darinda Sofia , Tamba Govindo Roy Frederikus
Published: July 2023

The study was entitled “ Analysis of Class Teacher Learning Communication with Class VI Students SD N 6 Onanrunggu Learning Year 2022/2023”. This research was carried out to discover how Class Teacher Learning Communication With Class VI Students. The research method used is a qualitative method with the approach in this study is a case study approach to produce descriptive data in the form of written or oral words from the subject/actors and behaviors that can be observed with the aim of knowing deeply and trying to find the underlying meaning regarding Class Teacher Learning Communication with Students. Learning communication is a reciprocal relationship between teachers (communicator) who deliver messages to students ( comunicant) as recipients of messages through media that accumulate certain effects. The data analysis techniques used in this study are data collection, data reduction, data display and verifiying. Based on the results of the study it can be concluded that in general Class Teacher Learning Communication With Class VI Students SD N 6 Onanrunggu is not yet maximum.
HUBUNGAN KEMAMPUAN LITERASI SAINS DAN KETERAMPILAN BERPIKIR KRITIS SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Parinduri Wina Mariana , Rajagukguk Kiki Pratama , Rambe Nurhamimah
Published: July 2023

The research objective was to find out how the critical thinking skills and literacy skills of elementary school students relate. The research method used is a correlational research method with a quantitative approach. Aims to reveal the relationship between variables. Population to be studied (Sugiyono, 2019). The population in this study were 215 fifth grade elementary school students consisting of 8 schools. The sampling technique used by researchers is simple random sampling technique. The sample of this research is 140 students. Data collection techniques in this study were in the form of tests of critical thinking skills and tests of scientific literacy abilities. The data processing carried out consisted of three stages, namely data description and categorization, analysis prerequisite testing, and hypothesis testing. Based on the research that has been done, it can be concluded that: 1) There is a relationship between scientific literacy abilities and students' critical thinking skills with a correlation coefficient of 0.368; 2) Scientific literacy ability influences or contributes to students' critical thinking skills by 13.6%; 3) Scientific literacy ability has a positive and significant relationship to students' critical thinking skills with a significance value based on a simple linear regression test <5%.
ANALISIS OBSERVASI HASIL BELAJAR SISWA SD KELAS III DAN KELAS V PADA MATA PELAJARAN MATEMATIKA DI KOTA MEDAN, KABUPATEN DELI SERDANG DAN KABUPATEN LANGKAT
Authors: Rambe Titin Rahmayanti , Rola Fasti , Marianus Sumarlin Mangandar , Pratama Anggili , Dongoran Jhonas , Hasratuddin Hasratuddin
Published: July 2023

This study uses a qualitative descriptive method that aims to understand the phenomena of elementary mathematics learning outcomes. The resulting data is presented in the form of numbers described in the description. Research using the observation method was conducted on mathematics learning outcomes in grades III and grade V of elementary schools spread across three districts/cities in North Sumatra Province. To understand students' errors and misconceptions is essential for the effective teaching and learning of mathematics. It is important for teachers to approach student mistakes in a constructive way, helping students understand their mistakes and learn from them. Research has been conducted to investigate patterns of student misunderstandings, errors, and misunderstandings across educational systems, grade levels, gender, and time. Several case studies of mathematics subjects in elementary schools in North Sumatra Province became the main focus of the North Sumatra Education Office so that they held improvement and development activities for Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Mathematics subjects in 2022. The conclusion showed that only three grades III fulfilled and 1 class V that meets above the value of 70.
DIDONG SEBAGAI MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN NILAI-NILAI KEARIFAN LOKAL PADA SEKOLAH DASAR: PEWARISAN BUDAYA
Authors: Afriadi Putra , Khairina Mifta
Published: July 2023

This study aims to analyze the use of Didong in the context of cultural inheritance as an elementary school learning medium. The research method is qualitative with an interdisciplinary approach. The location of the research was at public elementary school 8 Takengon, Central Aceh District. Data sources are primary data sources including artists, librarians and community leaders, then secondary data sources include books and references from previous researchers. Data collection techniques consist of observation, interviews, and document studies. The data validation technique uses data triangulation. Data analysis techniques consist of reduction, data presentation, and data verification stages. The results of the study show that the use of didong in learning local wisdom values in elementary schools has a number of benefits. First, didong provides direct experience to students in understanding their local culture. Second, didong as a learning medium provides opportunities for students to learn local wisdom values, such as respect for parents, mutual cooperation, honesty, and justice. Students through observation and participation in didong performances can recognize these values and understand their significance in everyday life.
La música es fuego. Una metáfora de la armonía en la poesía de Antonio Colinas
Authors: Escribano Hernández Asunción
Published: July 2023

En este artículo estudiamos la metáfora “la música es fuego” en la poesía del leonés Antonio Colinas. Partimos de la hipótesis de que la metáfora conceptual que subyace a tal construcción transmite una vivencia de la armonía por parte del sujeto lírico que afecta tanto a sus sentimientos amorosos, en una primera etapa, pasando por la afectación del cosmos y de la naturaleza, en una segunda fase, hasta llegar, en el tercer momento de la escritura, a ser experimentada como constituyente íntimo del yo lírico. Se concluye que tal metáfora contribuye a constituir una estética de la mansedumbre que caracteriza la poesía de este escritor.
En presente: Lucio V. Mansilla desde Europa. Vidas políticas y literarias.
Authors: Catalin Mariana
Published: July 2023

En el marco de una investigación colectiva que busca reunir materiales dispersos producidos por Lucio V. Mansilla para habilitar nuevas lecturas de su obra, el presente trabajo aborda las columnas publicadas bajo el título "Ecos de Europa" en La Tribuna Nacional entre marzo de 1881 y octubre de 1883. En esta ocasión, se analizan dos formas de ralentización del flujo acelerado y atento a la reproducción de "noticias de última hora" que marca las entregas; formas que se relacionan entre sí porque ponen en juego un particular impulso biográfico: la construcción de las figuras de Léon Gambetta y de Émile Zola y la manera en que, a partir de las mismas, se observan ciertos movimiento de la vocación histórica de la escritura de Mansilla y un armado singular del campo literario francés.
Representaciones orientalistas de España en la literatura popular británica de la segunda mitad del siglo XX
Authors: Pérez Gil María del Mar
Published: July 2023

Este artículo analiza la pervivencia del imaginario orientalista en la literatura popular británica de la segunda mitad del siglo XX ambientada en España. Me centraré en dos novelas donde los elementos orientalistas proyectan la imagen de España como un país exótico, a la vez que menos evolucionado y anclado en el pasado. Además de ello, las autoras emplean la retórica del orientalismo para criticar el carácter prepotente y autoritario de los hombres españoles, herencia, según leemos, de la sangre mora que aún corre por sus venas. Estudiaré cómo este orientalismo feminista se impregna también de prejuicios esencialistas acerca del Otro.