bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Development of a method for the scenario-based identification of calculation models (EMS)
Authors: Beuth Thomas , Eckel Jens , Frieling Gerd , Navarro Martin , Schöbel Stefan , Weyand Torben
Published: September 2023

Abstract. A key goal of final disposal is the safe confinement of
the radioactive waste to protect people and the environment. In order to
evaluate the safe confinement, inter alia the consideration and analysis of
expected and deviating developments of the disposal system are required. The
derivation and identification of potential safety-relevant developments is the
task of scenario development. With regard to the safety assessment, the
scenarios (developments) are to be treated within the framework of numerical
model calculations. It is essential that the calculation cases cover the
scenarios and comprehensively consider the essential developments. The focus of the EMS (Entwicklung einer Methode zur szenariengestützten Identifizierung von Berechnungsmodellen) project (Beuth et al., 2021) is the development and testing of a method
for the scenario-based identification of calculation models and the
associated calculation cases. The main aspect of the method is an intensive,
iterative exchange between the disciplines of scenario development and
modeling, in which calculation cases are gradually optimized or adapted
with a view to representativeness up to the required degree of scenario
coverage. The testing and further developing of the procedure shall help to identify
difficulties in the development of scenario-based calculation cases.
Transparency, traceability and possible gaps in justification for modeling
decisions are also important issues. Up to now, only little research has been done on the question of when a
scenario is covered by calculation cases. Experience from safety analyses,
e.g., the preliminary safety analysis for Gorleben (Fischer-Appelt et al., 2013), confirm that the
derivation of calculation cases from scenarios is difficult. Therefore, one
goal of this study is to assist the development of the derivation from
calculation cases based on scenario development. The outcome of the EMS
project is intended to support the Federal Office for the Safety of Nuclear Waste Management (BASE) within the framework of supervision and
approval in the evaluation process of whether scenarios have been sufficiently covered by calculation cases.
Climate scenarios, groundwater models, and uncertainties in long-term safety
Authors: Johnen Marc , Flügge Judith , Wolf Jens , Fischer-Appelt Klaus , Charlier Frank
Published: September 2023

Abstract. Assessing future climate scenarios plays a fundamental role in evaluating the long-term safety of a repository for high-level radioactive waste (HAW). Over the assessment period of 1 million years, the repository is affected by various processes and developments that must be considered in the design of the repository. Predictions are complicated by the dynamics of the climate and are subject to uncertainties. The aim of this study is to evaluate uncertainties for various climate-induced processes that are relevant for the safety assessment of a repository for HAW. This research addresses fundamental questions concerning the impact of
future cold stages on different regions of Germany, the differences between
past and future cold stages, the transfer of future climate developments to
stylized climate models, and the uncertainties resulting from these models. The study identifies the primary climate processes that could potentially
affect the evolution of a HAW repository, including
the formation of glaciers or ice sheets, the development of permafrost conditions, fluctuations in sea level, erosion, and isostatic
adjustment. These processes can be represented in numerical groundwater
models through parameter variations. In this project, these parameter
variations and the impact of climatic states on different processes will be
modeled for a sensitivity study. Finally, the results will be analyzed with
respect to uncertainties, and possible improvements to dealing with
uncertainties will be discussed. The focus of the presentation is on the
climate impacts and the implementation in the model.
The 14C dose assessment model chain – 14C source term definition and uncertainty quantification
Authors: Pudollek Susanne , Guillemot Typhaine , Li Xiaoshuo , Bykov Valentyn
Published: September 2023

Abstract. Carbon-14 (14C) is an important, dose-determining
contributing radionuclide in a deep geological repository for low and
intermediate level radioactive waste (L/ILW). 14C is relevant for
safety assessments as it can be present both as dissolved and gaseous
species in the disposal facility and the host rock, and 14C-organic
compounds migrate in the near field and the geosphere due to weak
interaction with mineral surfaces in alkaline to near-neutral conditions.
Thus, the chemical form of the 14C-bearing carbon species dictates the
routes of 14C migration in the engineered barrier system of a deep
geological repository and the surrounding host rock and therefore determines
the long-term contribution of 14C to dose release from a repository for
radioactive waste. Furthermore, 14C released from a deep repository
would be subject to a certain accumulation in the biosphere, given the role
of carbon as main building block of any life form on earth. The contribution will illustrate Nagra's recent progress within the 14C
dose assessment model chain for a L/ILW deep geological repository to
address the quantification of uncertainties. The systematic approach began by incorporating a realistic best-estimate
plus uncertainty description of 14C activities within the Swiss model
inventory of radioactive materials assembled specifically for the purpose of
the general licence application. In this context state-of-the-art activation
calculations for expected reactor and decommissioning wastes as well as
extensive inquiries into origin and use of 14C within medicine,
research, and industry played a key role. Uncertainties were screened for
relevance and main contributing factors taken into account, differentiating
between the characterisation methods of the relevant waste streams. Based on detailed knowledge of the expected activity and material inventory,
release rates for the release pathways through congruent and instantaneous
release processes as well as resulting chemical species could be defined
with confidence. Key findings and characteristics of the 14C source term will be highlighted
and discussed.
Personal Notes on Hungarian American Bilingualism Research
Authors: Kontra Miklós
Published: September 2023

In 1967, linguist John Lotz, born in Milwaukee but raised mostly in Hungary, called attention to the lack of research on Hungarian American bilingualism at a time when monographs and PhD dissertations described, in great detail, the bilingualism of Norwegian, Greek, Polish, and Finnish people in the US. When I became an associate instructor of Hungarian at Indiana University, Bloomington, in 1978, I embarked on The Project on Hungarian American Bilingualism in South Bend, Indiana. As a result, eighty hours of Hungarian speech and sixty hours of English were recorded, and a book appeared in Hungarian in 1990. Not much later, in 1995, I was involved with the publication of Beyond Castle Garden: An American Hungarian Dictionary of the Calumet Region, compiled and written by Andrew Vázsonyi. The personal reflections comprising this article will deal with some important issues concerning fieldwork in South Bend and will offer a brief characterization of the differences between Hungarian American bilingualism in the 1970s and today. kontram@gmail.com
Selected English-Language Bibliography of Interest for Hungarian Cultural Studies: 2022–2023
Authors: Varga Zsuzsanna
Published: September 2023

This bibliography mostly straddles 2022–2023, covering the period since the summer 2022 publication of last year’s bibliography in this journal. Each year’s bibliography may also be supplemented by previously published items earlier not included. Although this bibliography series can only concentrate on English-language items, occasional items of particular interest in other languages may be included. For a more extensive bibliography of Hungarian Studies from about 2000 to 2014, for which this is a continuing update, see Louise O. Vasvári, Steven Tötösy de Zepetnek, and Carlo Salzani. “Bibliography for Work in Hungarian Studies as Comparative Central European Studies.” CLCWeb: Comparative Literature and Culture (published by Purdue University) (2011): http://docs.lib.purdue.edu/clcweblibrary/hungarianstudiesbibliography
Acute Physiological and Perceptual Responses to Whole-Body High-Intensity Interval Training Compared with Equipment-Based Interval and Continuous Training
Authors: Poon Eric Tsz-Chun , Chan Ka Wing , Wongpipit Waris , Sun Fenghua , Wong Stephen Heung-Sang
Published: September 2023

Low-volume, time-efficient high-intensity interval training (HIIT), which involves whole-body (WB) callisthenics exercises, has gained worldwide popularity in recent years. However, the physiological and perceptual impact of WB-HIIT in comparison to specialised, equipment-based training is relatively less studied. This study compared the acute physiological and perceptual responses to a single session of WB-HIIT, ergometer-based HIIT (ERG-HIIT) and conventional moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT). Fourteen physically inactive adults (age: 28.4 ± 6.5 years, VO2peak: 31.0 ± 6.2 mL· kg-1· min-1) underwent three main trials (WB-HIIT: 12 x 30-s high-intensity callisthenics workout; ERG: HIIT: 12 x 30-s high-intensity cycling bouts; MICT: 30-min cycling at 50% peak power output) in a randomized cross-over order 3-7 days apart. The mean session heart rate (HR) and perceived exertion were comparable across all three protocols (p > 0.05). WB-HIIT attained a similar peak HR (87.4 ± 9.4 %HRmax) as that of ERG-HIIT (83.0 ± 8.6 %HRmax), and significantly greater than that of MICT (78.7 ± 5.5 %HRmax, p = 0.001). However, WB-HIIT induced significantly higher blood lactate levels (7.2 ± 1.8 mmol/L) compared to both ERG-HIIT (5.1 ± 1.3 mmol/L, p < 0.05) and MICT (3.1 ± 1.5 mmol/L, p < 0.001). The participants reported higher self-efficacy and greater enjoyment with WB-HIIT compared to MICT (p < 0.05). The mean HR and perceived exertion responses to WB-HIIT are comparable to those of equipment-based HIIT and MICT; however, WB-HIIT results in greater metabolic strain than both other modalities. Despite this, the overall perceptual responses to WB-HIIT are positive, suggesting that it could be a viable exercise alternative, especially for individuals with limited exercise time and restricted access to facilities and equipment.
The Effects of Combined Exercise with Citrulline Supplementation on Body Composition and Lower Limb Function of Overweight Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Xie Shihao , Li Shuoqi , Shaharudin Shazlin
Published: September 2023

The combined exercise with citrulline (CIT) supplementation is a potential adjuvant treatment approach to address the declining body composition and lower limb function of overweight older adults. However, research on this approach is limited. Thus, this study performed a meta-analysis review to explore the effects of combined exercise with CIT supplementation on body composition and lower limb function among overweight older adults. The search strategy and manuscript development of this study followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. Eligible studies were first searched through four databases (Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed, and EBSCO) from January 2003 until April 2023, followed by screening. The main inclusion criteria for the article selection are as follows: 1) Randomized Controlled Trial studies; 2) Participants aged over 55; 3) Studies involved exercise with CIT supplementation for the experimental group and exercise with Placebo (PLA) supplementation for the control group; 4) Body composition and lower limb function were measured at pre- and post-intervention. Subsequently, the Cochrane risk of bias assessment tool was utilized to evaluate the selected studies’ quality. The Standardized Mean Difference (SMD) was chosen as the suitable effect scale index, and the mean differences of the data from the selected articles were analyzed using Revman 5.4 software with a 95% Confidence Interval (CI). A total of seven studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria and were selected for the meta-analysis. The included studies involved 105 males and 198 females, where 157 belonged to the PLA group and 146 from the CIT group. Significant improvements were observed among overweight older adults with CIT supplementation in 6-Minute Walking Test (6MWT) (P = 0.04, I2 = 4%), SMD (95% CI) = -0.28 (-0.54, -0.01), and Lower Limb Strength (LLS) (P < 0.01, I2 = 30%), SMD (95% CI) = -0.38 (-0.65, -0.12) compared to those with PLA supplementation. Combined exercise with CIT supplementation could be an effective non-pharmaceutical intervention to improve the physical function of overweight older adults by increasing their muscle strength.
The Effect of a Mental Task Versus Unilateral Physical Fatigue on Non-Local Muscle Fatigue in Recreationally Active Young Adults
Authors: Ramsay Emma , Alizadeh Shahab , Summers David , Hodder Alexandra , Behm David G.
Published: September 2023

Non-local muscle fatigue (NLMF) has been attributed to both physical and mental fatigue. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of mental exertion versus unilateral physical fatigue on NLMF. Sixteen recreationally active participants completed a physical task (2-sets of 100-s unilateral knee extension (KE) maximal voluntary isometric contractions (MVIC) with the dominant leg with 40-s recovery between sets, mental task (4-minute Stroop task), and control condition. Before and after each condition, blood lactate was collected, and contralateral 5-s KE, flexion (KF) and bilateral lateral trunk flexors MVIC (measure of trunk stability strength) was performed. Following the post-test 5-s MVICs, participants performed 12 non-dominant KE MVICs with a work-to-rest ratio of 5/10-s. Electromyography was monitored during the MVICs. Neither the 4-minute Stroop test or the unilateral KE physical fatigue intervention adversely affected the non-dominant KE forces or EMG activity with a single MVIC or 12 repetition MVICs. Although the non-dominant KF fatigue index forces and hamstrings EMG were not impaired by the interventions, there was a significant interaction (p = 0.001) small magnitude (d = 0.42) decrease in the non-dominant KF single MVIC force following the contralateral fatigue intervention, albeit with no significant change in hamstrings EMG. This MVIC deficit may be related to the significant decrease in dominant (p = 0.046, d = 2.6) and non-dominant external obliques (p = 0.048, d = 0.57) activation adversely affecting trunk stability. In conclusion, a 4-minute Stroop test or unilateral KE physical fatigue intervention did not impair non-dominant KE single or repeated 12 repetition MVIC forces or EMG activity. The small magnitude deficit in the non-dominant KF single MVIC force following the contralateral fatigue intervention are in accord with the heterogenous findings common in the literature.
Effects of Acute Loading Induced Fatigability, Acute Serum Hormone Responses and Training Volume to Individual Hypertrophy and Maximal Strength during 10 Weeks of Strength Training
Authors: Räntilä Aapo , Ahtiainen Juha P. , Häkkinen Keijo
Published: September 2023

This study investigated whether a strength training session-induced acute fatigue is related to individuals’ strength training adaptations in maximal force and/or muscle hypertrophy, and whether acute responses in serum testosterone (T) and growth hormone (GH) concentrations during the training sessions would be associated with individual neuromuscular adaptations. 26 males completed the 10-week strength-training intervention, which included fatiguing dynamic leg press acute loading bouts (5 x 10 RM) at weeks two, four, six, and ten. Blood samples were collected before and after the loading and after 24h of recovery for serum T, GH, and cortisol (C) concentrations at weeks 2, 6, and 10. The cross-sectional area of the vastus lateralis was measured by ultrasonography. Isometric force measurements were performed before and immediately after loadings, and loading-induced acute decrease in maximal force was reported as the fatigue percentage. The subjects were split into three groups according to the degree of training-induced muscle hypertrophy after the training period. Increases in isometric force were significant for High Responders (HR, n = 10) (by 24.3 % ± 17.2, p = 0.035) and Medium Responders (MR, n = 7) (by 23.8 % ± 5.5, p = 0.002), whereas the increase of 26.2 % (±16.5) in Low Responders (LR, n = 7) was not significant. The amount of work (cm + s) increased significantly at every measurement point in all the groups. A significant correlation was observed between the fatigue percentage and relative changes in isometric force after the training period for the whole group (R = 0.475, p = 0.022) and separately only in HR (R = 0.643, p = 0.049). Only the HR group showed increased acute serum GH concentrations at every measurement point. There was also a significant acute increase in serum T for HR at weeks 6 and 10. HR showed the strongest correlation between acute loading-induced fatigue and isometric force gains. HR was also more sensitive to acute increases in serum concentrations of T and GH after the loading. Acute fatigue and serum GH concentrations may be indicators of responsiveness to muscle strength gain and, to some extent, muscle hypertrophy.
Faustino Martínez Martínez, Imágenes de la Justicia. Roma: Editorial Aracne Editrice, 2020, 110 pp. ISBN: 978-88255-3355-2
Authors: García-León Susana
Published: September 2023

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Polymer selection for microencapsulation of probiotics: impact on viability, stability, and delivery in functional foods for improved manufacturing and product development in the food industry
Authors: Ntsefong Godswill Ntsomboh , Lodygin Aleksei , Evdokimov Ivan , Oboturova Natalya , Rzhepakovsky Igor , Nersesyan Tigran , Povetkin Sergey , Nagdalian Andrey
Published: September 2023

Probiotics have won considerable interest in the food industry because of their health benefits. However, ensuring probiotics' viability, stability, and effective delivery in functional ingredients constitute a major concern. Microencapsulation is a promising method to ensure probiotic viability and stability. The best polymer for microencapsulation of probiotics is a determining factor. This paper presents an overview of the impact of polymer selection on probiotic viability, stability, and delivery in functional foods. It discusses numerous microencapsulation techniques and factors influencing polymer selection. It further explores the consequences of various polymers on probiotic viability, highlighting their protecting mechanisms. Additionally, it examines the role of polymer selection in enhancing probiotic stability during delivery, launch kinetics, storage and processing. The business packages of microencapsulated probiotics in foods and case studies on precise polymer choices for probiotic product improvement are also presented. Finally, we present challenges and future directions in using polymers for probiotic microencapsulation in the food industry. This review thus presents insights to enhance manufacturing tactics and product development within the food industry.
Kinerja Petugas Kantor Depan Dalam Memaksimalkan Guest Voice Pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19 Di The Laguna A Luxury Collection Resort And Spa
Authors: Prawiti Ni Nengah Trisna , Indrayani I Gusti Ayu Putu Wita , Launingtya I Gusti Ayu Niken
Published: September 2023

This research aims to understand receptionist performance to maximize intent to recommend and staff service in The Laguna, A Luxury Collection Resort and Spa. Performance assessment based on performance dimensions by Mangkunegara consists of quality, quantity, task execution, and responsibility. The data obtained by an in-depth interview with two informants with qualitative analysis techniques is presented descriptively. The result showed that receptionist performance based on the dimensions of quality, quantity, and task execution was not maximally implemented, whereas the dimension of responsibility was maximally implemented. In general, receptionist performance is not maximally implemented in order to maximize the intent to recommend and staff service in The Laguna, A Luxury Collection Resort and Spa. Suggestions for the Front Office Department to be aware of the result of the realization of intent to recommend and staff service through periodic evaluation to encourage receptionists to improve their performance.
Keywords: performance, receptionist, guest voice, intent to recommend, staff service, pandemic
Preferensi tamu terhadap pelayanan Room Attendant di Doubletree by Hilton Johor Bahru pada masa pandemic covid -19
Authors: Somawati Ni Luh , Arthini Ni Nyoman Suci , Adnyana I Made Sucipta , Iswarini Ni Ketut
Published: September 2023

Guest preferences for room attendant services at Doubletree by Hilton Johor Bahru during the COVID-19 pandemic need to be detailed because of guest complaints that have been submitted via OTA. This complaint will have an impact on the hotel's image. This study aims to provide ideas and insights for decision makers in order to improve Room Attendant by understanding the preferences of guests staying at Doubletree Hotel.The type of data used by the writer is qualitative descriptive data and data collection techniques used ware documentation study and interviews. Data analysis techniques used to describe guest preference lists and guest reviews on the OTA for room attendant services with reference to hospitality, attraction, cleanliness, comfort, and safety at this hotel. Then analyzes preferences in the form of the most preffered reviews and the least preffered preference. In the research, it can be concluded that the reviews that appear the most are guests who like the room to be cleaned at breakfast, expect extra water and towels and the least preferred appears: does not like strong smells, guests prefer turn down service when guests are outside the room, and don't like the consistency of housekeeping and don't like the worn bed sheets.
Beban Kerja Front Desk Agent pada Masa New Normal di TRC Bali
Authors: Palla Netrina Putri Alfareda , Seniartha I Wayan , Wulan Anak Agung Istri Ratna Sari
Published: September 2023

This study is about the workload of Front Desk Agents during the new normal period at TRC Bali, to know how the workload of Front Desk Agents during the new normal period at TRC Bali. The data of this research were obtained through interview and observation techniques, with the data analysis used was quantitative descriptive technique. With the theory put forward by Moekijat regarding Work Load Analysis and Mangkunegara regarding Work Force Analysis. The results of the analysis show that the workload of front desk agents during the new normal period is high. The workload analysis of 8.98 was rounded up to 9 people, and the work force analysis of 9.14 and rounded up to 9 people. From these calculations, it can be seen that the number of front desk agents is 9 people, while in reality there are only 4 people. Suggestions from the authors related to this research are to calculate the workload clearly and well and add a workforce of 5 people so that the front desk agent does not have an overload of work so that they can provide maximum service.
Penerapan CHSE Dalam Pelayanan Bellman Di Jumana Bali Ungasan Resort
Authors: Yunantha I Made Jaka , Iswarini Ni ketut
Published: September 2023

The implementation of CHSE in the bellman service at Jumana Bali Ungasan Resort, during the pandemic, needs to be investigated, because there are guest complaints regarding the bellman service that has not been maximized, resulting in complaints. This complaint will have an impact on the image of the hotel. This study aims to contribute ideas and descriptions for decision makers in improving bellman's services for the implementation of CHSE at Jumana Bali Ungasan. Data collection techniques are observation, interviews and documentation. The analytical technique used is descriptive qualitative, namely by describing the application of CHSE in Bellman services with reference to standard operating procedures for bellman services during a pandemic. sanitizer and keeping a distance and 32% have not maximally applied standards such as using hand gloves which are sometimes too late, filling in tissues that are often late has not been intensive in spraying disinfectants to buggy cars. Supervision from bellman's superiors will greatly help to improve the implementation of CHSE.
Special Issue Call for Papers: Accounting History
Authors: Quinn Martin , Moreno Alonso , Farrell Mike
Published: September 2023

A special issue call for papers on “Accounting History” with a final submission date of 31 May 2025.
Relativistic Mechanics in Gravitational Field within Oblate Spheroidal Coordinates Based upon Riemannian Geometry for Rotating Homogeneous Mass Distribution
Authors: J.F. Omonile , A.O. Alexander , S. John , J.S. Idachaba
Published: September 2023

The emergence of the geometrical theory of gravitation (general relativity) by Albert Einstein in his quest to unite special relativity and the Newtonian law of universal gravitation has led to several Mathematical approaches for the exact and analytical solution for all gravitational fields in nature. The first and the most famous analytical solution was the Schwarzchild’s which can be constructed by finding a mapping where the metric tensor takes a simple form i.e. the vanishing of the non-diagonal elements. In this paper, we construct exact solution of the Einstein geometrical gravitational field equation using Riemannian metric tensor called the golden metric tensor that was first developed by Howusu, in the year 2009, for the rotating homogeneous mass distribution within oblate Spheroidal Coordinates. The equations of motion for test particles in the Oblate Spheroidal Geometry were derived using the coefficient of affine connection. Then the law of conservation of momentum and energy are equivalently formulated using the generalized Lagrangian as compared to the analytical solution of the Schwarzchild’s gravitational field. We also derived the planetary equation of motion in the equatorial plane of the Oblate Spheroidal body for this gravitational field.
Unequal Culture of Women and Minorities in Cybersecurity Domain
Authors: Egete D. O. , Ele B. I. , Ashishie D. U.
Published: September 2023

Women and ethnic minorities have historically been underrepresented in the cybersecurity industry. Although there are an increasing number of open opportunities in the cybersecurity industry, this pattern has not changed. There is still an imbalance in the participation of women and ethnic minorities in the cybersecurity domain. Issues that impact both Africa and the global participation of women and ethnic minorities in cyber-security include inadequate representation and awareness as well as retention problems. Further, issues such as harassment, gender bias and the idea that cybersecurity is a “man’s world” are also contributing factors. This paper provides a framework for discussing some of the skills that are available to women and underrepresented groups and argues for the necessity to solve this problem. Programs striving to increase the participation of women and ethnic minorities in cybersecurity are discussed. Lastly, some suggestions to remediate this pervasive issue are also provided.
Frälsningsarmén och förlöjligandet
Authors: Berndtsson Tim
Published: September 2023

Frälsningsarmén kom från England till Sverige 1882 och blev snabbt en av de ledande folkrörelserna under slutet av artonhundratalet och början av nittonhundratalet. Användningen av färgglada uniformer, populär musik, känslomässiga predikningar, och välgörenhet till fattiga och ut stötta, möttes av såväl entusiasm som förlöjligande. Redan i samtiden var det tydligt att rörelsen var mer förlöjligad än någon annan folkrörelse, något som senare historiker också bemärkt. Detta förlöjligande kunde både undergräva det ethos som behövdes för att övertyga de ofrälsta och motverka medlemmarnas förtroende. Med hjälp av Michael Billigs begrepp "unlaughter" studerar jag Frälsningsarméns strategier för att motverka förlöjligande. Jag visar hur rörelsen å ena sidan proaktivt försökte undvika löjlighet och föreslog användning av allvar och tårar för att övertyga utomstående, och å andra sidan mobiliserade en martyridentitet, för vilken motståndarnas skratt, inom gruppen, kunde omkodas till ett tecken för den egna rättfärdigheten.
The Effects of Halal Certification and Web Design on Purchase Intention Mediated by Brand Trust in E-Commerce of Halal Cosmetics Consumers in Bandung Raya
Authors: Putra Hariyadi Triwahyu , Riyanti Desi , Anggraeni Dita
Published: September 2023

The purpose of this study is to analyze the effects of halal certification and web design on purchase intention mediated by brand trust in e-commerce of halal cosmetic consumers in Bandung Raya. The novelty of the research is the combination of the independent variables namely halal certification and web design taken  from the previous research, with the Greater Bandung area as the research location. The instrument used as the data collection tool comprising 123 respondents who are the consumers of halal cosmetics, aged 15 to 64 to be assessed in this study. The technique of determining the sample, the number of samples and the data analysis techniques can be adjusted to the object of research conducted for further researches. The analytical tools to test the instrument data are validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests and Sobel tests with SPSS version 25 software tools. Of the 7 proposed research hypotheses, 6 hypotheses are supported by empirical data. The results of this study can also be useful for object managers who are assessed regarding the design of strategies or programs that are relevant to improve the quality of these attributes.
The Role of Experiential Marketing, Perceived Value, and Sharia Service Quality as Determinants of Customer Satisfaction
Authors: Diskhamarzaweny
Published: September 2023

This study aims to analyze the role of Experiential Marketing, Perceived Value, and Sharia Service Quality on Customer Satisfaction of Bank Syariah Indonesia in Teluk Kuantan City. This study involves 120 samples as respondents using the Purposive Sampling method, whereas the sample criteria are customers of Bank Syariah Indonesia, Teluk Kuantan City. They have been with the Bank for  at least 1 year. The data are collected from the structured questionnaire distributed to all respondents. As for the data analysis, Multiple Linear Regression method with SPSS Version 26 software is implemented. The results of this study prove that the Experiential Marketing, the Perceived Value, and the Sharia Service Quality have a positive and significant effect on Customer Satisfaction. In addition, it is emphasized that 62,8% of Customer Satisfaction is affected by Experiential Marketing, Perceived Value, and Sharia Service Quality. The perceived value is the variable with the most effects on customer satisfaction at Bank Syariah Indonesia in Teluk Kuantan City.
The Analysis of Visitor Satisfaction Influenced by Tourist Attractions and Service Quality through Tourism Image in Kawung Tilu, Cikarang Timur, Bekasi Regency
Authors: Khalid Jamaludin
Published: September 2023

The objective of this study is to analyze how tourism attractiveness and service quality impact visitor satisfaction through the tourism image in the specific area of Kawung Tilu, Cipayung Village, Cikarang Timur District, Bekasi Regency. The research methodology is a quantitative descriptive approach comprising 120 respondents who are the visitors of the tourist sites. About 20 respondents are  measured by the validity and the reliability testing, whereas 100 respondents will participate in the path analysis test. The findings reveal that tourism attractiveness has a positive influence on the tourism image. Similarly, the service quality positively affects the tourism image. In addition, tourism attractiveness has a positive impact on visitor satisfaction, as the service quality does. The tourism image acts as a mediator between tourism attractiveness and visitor satisfaction, aside from its direct effects. The results emphasize the significance in maintaining and enhancing tourism attractiveness and service quality to improve the tourism image and visitor satisfaction. In the context of developing a tourism village, it is crucial to consider these factors in order to deliberately create a positive experience for tourists and to effectively promote the tourism destination.
Local Government Capacity in Transmigration Development, Indonesia
Authors: Muksin Isra
Published: September 2023

The aims of this study were to explore the capacity of local governments in developing transmigration areas in the decentralization era after the change in the transmigration paradigm from migration of the poor to the development of transmigration areas. This research uses a constructive qualitative case study approach. Data collection was done by means of in-depth interviews with 35 participants from echelon two and echelon three officials in Kota Tidore Kepulauan, echelon three in the provincial government and echelons three and four in the central ministry. Our research exposes that the capacity of the local government of Kota Tidore Kepulauan in developing the transmigration area has not been maximized due to unhealthy local political dynamics because each change of regional head can affect the transfer and rotation of positions, the lack of funding sources so that the dependence on the budget from the central government is very high. In addition, cross-sectoral coordination did not go well because each agency still had sectoral ego even though transmigration affairs were not only the task of the transmigration technical service but were the affairs of the local government. Even, human resource support is still very limited, while the procurement of ASN (State Civil Apparatus) must obtain approval from the central government, so local governments are experiencing difficultiesThe aims of this study were to explore the capacity of local governments in developing transmigration areas in the decentralization era after the change in the transmigration paradigm from migration of the poor to the development of transmigration areas. This research uses a constructive qualitative case study approach. Data collection was done by means of in-depth interviews with 35 participants from echelon two and echelon three officials in Kota Tidore Kepulauan, echelon three in the provincial government and echelons three and four in the central ministry. Our research exposes that the capacity of the local government of Kota Tidore Kepulauan in developing the transmigration area has not been maximized due to unhealthy local political dynamics because each change of regional head can affect the transfer and rotation of positions, the lack of funding sources so that the dependence on the budget from the central government is very high. In addition, cross-sectoral coordination did not go well because each agency still had sectoral ego even though transmigration affairs were not only the task of the transmigration technical service but were the affairs of the local government. Even, human resource support is still very limited, while the procurement of ASN (State Civil Apparatus) must obtain approval from the central government, so local governments are experiencing difficulties.
The Effects of Instagram-Based Information Dissemination and the Perceived Green Value on Z-Generation’s Interest in Thrifting
Authors: Ifadah Muhimmatul , Ilmi Ana Madinatul , Alamsyah Virza Utama , Wijaya Gede Herry Arum
Published: September 2023

In recent years, sustainable development in various fields has grown significantly. The consumption on environmentally-friendly and ecologically-safe products  becomes the major concern, one of which is through a  thrifting activity among youth. In addition, a number of earlier researches focusing on the significant impact on a social media platform, particularly Instagram, that promotes the green consumption practices have been conducted . The aim of this study is to investigate how information related to the support of green awareness on social media such as Instagram encourages the thrifting purchase among Z Generation to occur. The dual mediating function of perceived green values and subjective norms is investigated in this study. A questionnaire using a Google Form filled up by 165 respondents from Z Generation in Indonesia was distributed.  The results were as follows: (1) Sharing green-value related information on Instagram has a positive effect on thrifting purchase intentions; (2) The perceived green values and The subjective norms are detected as a mediating role in the thrifting behaviors. The findings from the study not only enrich empirical research on Z Generation's thrifting activity, but also assist experts to develop methodologies to drive the intentions and to set up the behavior of the Z Generation on the thrifting practice itself. Furthermore, the results may trigger small-scale businesses to strategize their products sales so as to boost thrifting among Generation Z consumers.
The Effects of Religiosity and Halal Knowledge on the Decision to Use the Covid-19 Vaccine
Authors: Nurrahmi Nabila , Kaban Reny Fitriana , Widjaja Hidayat Sofyan
Published: September 2023

This study intends to investigate how religious affiliation and knowledge on halal practices affect the decision to take the Covid-19 vaccination. The variables tested in this research consisted of the independent variables namely religiosity and halal knowledge whereas the dependent variable is the decision to use the Covid-19 vaccine. The purposive sampling method was implemented, with the sample of 100 Muslims aged over 12  who had been given the Covid-19 vaccination in Jakarta. The PLS analysis approach was used to analyze the data obtained. Based on the  findings, the following conclusions are generated as follows: (1) Religiosity has a positive and significant impact on the decision to use a vaccine product; (2) the perspective on halal practices has a positive and significant impact on the choice of vaccine product; and (3) both religiosity and halal knowledge simultaneously have a positive and significant impact on the choice to use a product. This study recommends that every company manufacturing the Covid-19 vaccines imposes halal elements in the process. The halal label in the Covid 19 vaccine is crucial because in communities where strong levels of religiosity prevails, consumers consider a halal status in goods consumption is of a high value. Recommendations are proposed for the public to investigate further about the halalness of the Covid-19 vaccine through continuous socialization to ensure that the vaccine is safer and more effective.
Wealth Taxes on Individuals: An International Comparative Study
Authors: Abrahams Estelle , Suzette Bosman
Published: September 2023

Citizens contribute to the economy by creating wealth for themselves and in the way they use their assets. How assets, especially capital assets, are employed attracts tax and this influences how assets are used. In South Africa, tax policy is one of the drivers in the decisions that individuals make regarding the use or disposal of their assets. Wealth taxes are levied to address income disparities and mostly affect capital assets when they change ownership. This study compares developed and developing countries’ tax policies that impact capital assets when they are transferred or disposed of. The financial impact from using one’s assets drives economic participation. Previous studies found that tax policy is influential in economic participation. A literature study was performed analysing wealth taxes, academic literature and legislation and incorporated a case study to illustrate the tax consequences of capital assets changing ownership in Namibia, South Africa, India and Australia. The study found that, compared to the other countries, South Africa taxes capital transfer both upon change of ownership by way of sale, donation and death of the owner. This study makes a novel contribution to the understanding of and development of improved and internationally comparable wealth tax legislation to address the wealth tax consequences of asset transactions in South Africa.
Successful surgical management of aortic valve insufficiency after retrograde transaortic radiofrequency ablation
Authors:   Department of Cardiac Surgery, Turan ave 38, Astana, Kazakhstan, Zeinegaliyev Yelaman
Published: September 2023

Aortic valve leaflets damage after radiofrequency ablation is a rare in practice. Aortic valve repair should be performed to gain benefits in this patient category.
A reappearance of a deadly zoonotic disease in children, in Romania
Authors:   National Institute for Infectious Diseases, No. 1, Calistrat Grozovici Street, 2nd District, 021105 Bucharest, Romania, Jugulete Gheorghita
Published: September 2023

Rabies is a life-threatening and vaccine-preventable infectious disease and is triggered by an RNA virus, part of the Rhabdoviridae family
Cement pulmonary embolism as a complication of percutaneous vertebroplasty
Authors:   Centro Hospitalar Universitario de Coimbra, Guerra Mariana
Published: September 2023

Percutaneous Vertebroplasty (PV) involves the injection of Poly Methylmeth Acrylate (PMA) Bone Cement (BC) into the vertebral body
Large posterior fossa arachnoid cyst
Authors:   Childrens Hospital, Ibn Sina University Hospital Center, Rabat, Morocco, Ismail Halfi Mohamed
Published: September 2023

A 4-year-old male child presented to the emergency department after a first seizure. He recently had frequent headaches
Tubulovillous adenoma of the bile duct under direct cholangioscopy
Authors:   Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, USA, Iskander John M
Published: September 2023

A 56 year old male with chronic hepatitis B on entecavir therapy with a low viral load who underwent routine HCC screening with transabdominal ultrasound
МОХИ ЯК ІНДИКАТОРИ АНТРОПОГЕННО ПОРУШЕНИХ ЛІСОВИХ ТЕРИТОРІЙ
Authors: Баїк Оксана
Published: September 2023

На підставі проведених досліджень встановлено, що під впливом стресових чинників, таких як гідротермічний режим та висока інтенсивність освітлення посилюється синтез низькомолекулярних антиоксидантів (розчинних фенолів, флавоноїдів, каротиноїдів та антоціанів), що сприяє стресостійкості мохових рослин. Результати досліджень вказують на те, що найістотніше зростання вмісту низькомолекулярних метаболітів у домінантних видів лісових мохів відбувалось за умов найвищого рівня порушення лісової екосистеми (територія вирубки), високих температур, інтенсивності освітлення та низької вологості. Крім того, виявлено, що зростання вмісту низькомолекулярних антиоксидантів корелює із рівнем антропогенного навантаження на лісові екосистеми. Отже, високий вміст розчинних фенолів, флавоноїдів, каротиноїдів та антоціанів може слугувати індикатором антропогенно порушених лісових територій.
Evaluation of Some Heavy Metals Concentration in Soil Around Waste Dumpsite in Aniocha South L.G.A of Delta State Nigeria
Authors: B.O. IJABOR , A.O NWABUOKU , G.P OKEOGHENE , L. CHRIS , P.J. ETUONU
Published: September 2023

The study analyzed the concentration of heavy metals in selected dumpsites in Ogwashi-Uku and its environs, and the impact on human health as soil contamination from agricultural fields leads to contamination of agricultural products. These produce when consumed have adverse effects on human health. A total of 12 soil samples collected from the dumpsites using a soil auger were collected at different depths of 0-15 cm for each sampling point to assess heavy metal content. Analysis revealed that metal concentrations in soil samples ranged from 0.001 to 0.049 ppm, with average concentrations of Cd (9.58 × 10-3), Pb (9.58 × 10-3), Zn (0.030), K (0.020), Na (0.019), Cu (0.055) in ascending order. Although the concentration of heavy metals in this study is below the permissible limit of FAO/WHO, soil monitoring and remediation is recommended.
El Semestre Europeo 2023 y el Mecanismo de Recuperación y Resiliencia
Authors: Alonso Daniel , Matea María de los Llanos
Published: September 2023

Motivación

Desde 2020, el Semestre Europeo está inmerso en un importante proceso de reestructuración, para adaptarse a un contexto en constante cambio. Al mismo tiempo, ha continuado adaptándose a la aplicación del Mecanismo de Recuperación y Resiliencia. Además, en 2024, coincidiendo con la desactivación de la cláusula general de salvaguardia del Pacto de Estabilidad y Crecimiento, se deberá adoptar un nuevo marco de gobernanza fiscal, que seguiría integrado en el Semestre Europeo.

Ideas principales

•La principal novedad dentro del actual ciclo es la propuesta legislativa de la Comisión Europea para la reforma de las reglas fiscales en la Unión Europea, que debería conducir a la adopción de un nuevo marco de gobernanza fiscal integrado en el Semestre Europeo.

•Para facilitar la transición hacia las futuras normas fiscales y tener en cuenta los retos actuales, se han incorporado al actual ciclo de supervisión fiscal, a través de las recomendaciones específicas por país, algunos elementos de la propuesta.

•En el caso de España, las recomendaciones para 2024 incluyen un requisito cuantitativo que limita el crecimiento del gasto público nominal primario financiado con recursos nacionales al 2,6 %, además de orientaciones cualitativas sobre las medidas en materia de inversión y energía.
HOW MULTIPLE BRANCHES OF MATHEMATICS UNITE THE MOBIUS STRIP WITH MULTIPLE PHENOMENA IN PHYSICS AND COSMOLOGY
Authors: Bartlett Rodney
Published: September 2023

Question – How does the Riemann Hypothesis Support Topological Propulsion and Faster-than-light Travel? Answer –

a) Using the axiom that there indeed are infinitely many nontrivial zeros on the critical line (calculations have confirmed the hypothesis to be true to over 13 trillion places), the critical line is identified as the y-axis of Wick rotation. This suggests the y-axis is literally infinite and that infinity equals zero. In this case, it is zero distance in time and space. Travelling zero distance is done instantly and is therefore faster-than-light travel.

b) Wick rotation is essential to this article’s description of a topological (mathematical) universe and the Riemann hypothesis’ identification with Wick means the hypothesis doesn’t just apply to the distribution of prime numbers but also applies to the fundamental structure of the mathematical universe’s space-time.

An absolutely essential ingredient of time travel by applied maths is being able to journey into the remote past and future. For this reason, a paragraph about the coexistence of past, present, and future (without such coexistence, time travel could never be a possibility) is included in a section titled “Riemann Hypothesis and Wick Rotation Support Time Travel into the Past and Future”.

 This article provides insights into travelling at significant fractions of – as well as faster than - light, the Higgs boson and field, electroweak interaction, dark matter, dark energy, other dimensions, space-time (eg the expanding-universe question and time travel), quantum mechanics, quantum computers, the Riemann hypothesis, and Unidentified Flying Objects.

 The article is also a brief summary discussing how the Matrix, the Riemann hypothesis, quaternions, Wick rotation, and imaginary numbers unite topology’s Mobius strip with known and unknown dimensions as well as the Higgs boson, Higgs field, dark matter, dark energy, antigravitons, and the static universe. The article also explains Unidentified Flying Objects as the result of future human technology.