bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Public Debt and Economic Growth in Nigeria: Evidence from Threshold Cointegration
Authors:   Department of Economics, Babcock University, Ilishan Remo, Ogun State., Olagunju Opeyemi , Aworinde Olalekan ,   Department of Economics, Babcock University, Ilishan Remo, Ogun State., Oyedele Ovikuomagbe ,   Department of Economics, Babcock University, Ilishan Remo, Ogun State.
Published: January 2024

The aim of most government when accumulating public debt is to enhance an improved economy. However, economic performance has been abysmally poor in Nigeria despite its high debt profile. Few studies have considered the nonlinear relationship between public debt and economic performance in Nigeria using the threshold cointegration technique. Therefore, this study examined the threshold effect of public debt on economic growth using time series data from 1985 to 2020. Findings revealed asymmetric cointegration between public debt and economic growth (F [p1 = p2 = 0], = 13.118, p ˂ 0.05). The results of the asymmetric error correction model found that public investment had a positive and significant relationship with economic growth (β = 0.675, t = 3.542, p ˂ 0.05) while trade openness had a negative and significant relationship with economic growth (β = -0.226, t = -3.617, p ˂ 0.05). The study concluded that there is a threshold cointegrating relationship between public debt and economic growth in Nigeria. Therefore, the study recommends that the Nigerian government should efficiently utilize funds borrowed domestically and contract less of external debt in order to maintain a sustainable economic growth. Keywords: Domestic Debt, External debt, Public Debt, Economic Growth, Threshold Cointegration, Nigeria.
Statistical Assessment of Human Development Index Variations and Their Correlates: A Case Study of Aceh Province, Indonesia
Authors: Sasmita Novi Reandy , Phonna Rahmatil Adha , Fikri Mumtaz Kemal , Khairul Mhd , Apriliansyah Feby , Idroes Ghalieb Mutig , Puspitasari Ayu , Saputra Fachri Eka
Published: January 2024

The Human Development Index (HDI) provides a holistic measure of human development in a country or locality. This study aims to identify factors correlated with changes in the Human Development Index and analyze changes in the distribution of the Human Development Index in Aceh Province from 2012 to 2022. Apart from the Human Development Index as the variable used in this study, five variables are used in this study as indicators: Life Expectancy, Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP), Per Capita Expenditure, Average Years of Schooling, and Expected Years of Schooling as socioeconomic factors. This research uses an ecological study design. Data was sourced from the "Aceh in Figures" report by the Central Bureau of Statistics of Aceh Province. The statistical methods used were descriptive statistics, the Shapiro-Wilk test for normality, the Spearman test for correlation analysis, the Wilcoxon one-sample test for data distribution, and the Kruskal-Wallis test to compare distributions. Based on the correlation analysis, the study revealed that the five socioeconomic variables tested showed a significant positive correlation with changes in the HDI in Aceh Province (p-value < 0.05). In addition, the difference analysis showed a significantly different distribution of HDI across the years studied (p-value < 0.05), with a pattern of increasing HDI observed from the beginning to the end of the study period. The recommended based on finding of the study is policymakers and stakeholders focus on strategies that enhance the positive correlates identified Finally, these results provide important and structured insights into the role of factors in HDI change.
PENGARUH PERBEDAAN SUHU PENGERINGAN TERHADAP AKTIVITAS ANTIOKSIDAN DAUN JARAK PAGAR (Jatropha curcas L)
Authors: Rahmayulis  , Mega Yulia  , Riflyani
Published: January 2024

Jatropha plant is a plant that contains secondary metabolites, including steroids, phenolics, flavonoids and saponins. Jatropha plants are also known to have antioxidant activity. This study aims to determine the best drying temperature for the antioxidant activity test of jatropha leaves. The antioxidant activity test was carried out by drying test jatripha leaves using ovens with different temperatures, namely temperatures of 40oC, 50oC and 60oC wich was then tested for antioxidant activity using the DPPH method (2-2 diphenyl-picrylhydrazil) using a UV-Vis Spectrophotometer. The results of antioxidant activity testing in Jatropha were obtained, at drying temperature 40oC IC50 value of 1,868.87 ppm, temperature 50oC IC50 value of 1,116.97 ppm and temperature 60oC IC50 value of 319,90 ppm. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that drying samples using an oven at 60oC has a better IC50 value than drying at 40oC and 50oC, which is 319,90 ppm and classified as weak antioxidants.
Development Strategy of Masoi (Cryptocarya massoia (Oken) Kosterm.) as Non-Timber Forest Products in Teluk Bintuni, West Papua With SWOT Analysis
Authors: Baharinawati Baharinawati Wilhan Hastanti , Relawan Relawan Kuswandi , Julanda Julanda Noya
Published: January 2024

Non-timber forest products (NTFPs) are forest resources which have comparative advantage and in direct contact with the community. Masoi (Cryptocarya masoia) is one of mainstay Papua NTFPs. This essential oil that produced through bark distillation, used as aromatic raw materials for food, medicines, perfume,s and aromatherapy. The demands of masoi oil are high for domestic and foreign market. This study aimed to formulate development strategy of masoi as non-timber forest products in Teluk Bintuni regency, Papua Barat Province, by identifying external factors (Opportunities, threats) and internal factors (strengths, weaknesses). The research applied SWOT analysis methods by identifying external factors (EFAS) and internal factors (IFAS) as strength, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Based on SWOT analysis which conducted by calculate score of external factors and internal factors, the suitable strategy was WO strategy which utilized opportunities to suppress the weaknesses at third quadrant. The third quadrant tended turn around by 1). Socialization and training of masoi cultivation on indigenous people, 2). Legal Counseling to increase legal awareness of the community to overcome land disputes.
The Intensity Attack of Leaf Pest Graphium agamemnon L. and Its Parasitoid Potency on Monoculture and Agroforestry Manglid (Magnolia champaca) Patterns
Authors: Endah Endah Suhaendah , Aji Aji Winara
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this research is to compare the intensity attack of G. agamemnon on monoculture and manglid agroforestry patterns, to identify G. agamemnon parasitoid and to compare the level of parasitization on monoculture and manglid agroforestry patterns. The method used is direct observation of manglid with parameters such as G. agamemnon intensity attack on monocultur and agroforestry, morphology identification of parasitoid type and parasitization level on monoculture and agroforestry. The results showed that G. agamemnon attack on monoculture pattern reached 39.25 % and 25.75 % on agroforestry pattern. The type of parasitoid that attacks G. agamemnon larvae is Diaparsis sp. Parasitization of Diaparsis sp. on monoculture and agroforestry manglid pattern were 55.00 % and 66.67%.
Identification of Water Bacteria from Nickel Post Mining in East Halmahera
Authors: Margaretta Margaretta Christita , Iwanuddin Iwanuddin Iwanuddin , Yermias Yermias Kafiar , Supratman Supratman Tabba
Published: January 2024

Nickel mining impact in heavy metal pollution on both soil and water. A method that is widely applied to reduce heavy metal contamination is bioremediation. Selection of bacteria that have potential reduction of heavy metal contamination in soil is very important in bioremediation process. The first step to select the potential bacteria is identification of samples. The purpose of this study is to identify existings  bacteria in pond  after nickel mining area  PT. Antam, East  Halmahera.  Methods used in this research are isolation and identification of bacteria by conventional methods includes morphological, physiologica,l and biochemical test. Identification using Bergey’s Manual Determinative.  The results showed there are  6 genera types of bacteria there are Bacillus, Esherichia, Enterococcus, Pseudomonas, Staphylococcus, dan Klebsiella, with 18 species in water of nickel post mining. Morphologically it is dominated by genus Bacillus as 50 % of the species. The identification of bacteria proved an existence of indigenous bacteria which is resistant to heavy metal stress.
Potential of Nickel (Ni) Phytoremediation of Adaptive Species on Revegetation Land, PT. Vale Indonesia (Tbk). Pomalaa Site Kolaka Regency
Authors: Faisal Faisal Danu Tuheteru , Asrianti Asrianti Arif , Fauzi Fauzi Rajab
Published: January 2024

This research aimed to determinate the type of adaptive plant and its potential of phytoremediations on nickel revegetation land, PT. Vale Indonesia Tbk. Pomalaa site Kolaka Regency. The research was carried out in March - October 2016, with stages of explation and identification of adaptive plant species as well as analysis of nicel leaves and soil content using HNO3 or HClO4 method and (AAS) Atomic Absorbtion Spectrophotometry test. 12 types of adaptive plants from 12 genera and 10 family. That grow naturally on nickel revegetation land PT. Vale Indonesia Tbk. site Pomalaa. Species from tree habitus thet freguently found, namely Gymnostoma sumatrana, Sarcotheca celebica, Parinaria corymbosa, Timonius celebicus, Weinnmania fraxinea, Alstonia macrophylla. Based on analysis result, there four species that was categorized as low acummulator Nepenthes maxima, Cheilanthes tenuifolia, Timonius celebicus, Sarcotheca celebica. The highest absorber is S. celebica with nickel content 595 mg/kg dry weight leaves. S. celebica potential  to be developed  as nickel phytoremedian.
Solar-powered Surveillance Camera: A Strategy for Effective Prevention of Loss of Workshop Tools in Technical Colleges in Rivers State
Authors: Amadi Ibekwe Anthony , Justus Osawuru , Nwakanma Sunny
Published: January 2024

This study on Solar-powered surveillance cameras as strategy for effective prevention of loss of in workshop tools in technical colleges in Rivers State was necessitated by the frequent loss of tools in workshops in technical colleges. One research question guided the study and one null hypothesis was tested. Descriptive survey research design was employed for the study. The population for this study consisted of 120 (78 teachers and 48 workshop attendants) in four technical colleges in Rivers State. The entire population was studied without sampling since the size was not too large and was manageable. The instrument for data collection was a structured questionnaire titled ‘Solar-powered Surveillance Cameras as a Strategy for Effective Prevention of loss of workshop tools. The instrument was validated by three experts from the Departments of Industrial Technical Education and Vocational Education and Educational Foundations of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt. Using the Cronbach alpha method to determine the reliability of the instrument, the reliability co-efficient of 0.78 was obtained. The data collected for the study were analyzed using mean and standard deviation to answer the research question and to determine the closeness of the respondents’ mean ratings. The t-test was used to test the null hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of study revealed that, the use of solar-powered Surveillance cameras will be very effective for prevention of loss tools in workshops in technical colleges. The findings also showed that there was no significant difference in the opinions of teachers and workshop attendants on the use of solar-powered Surveillance cameras as an effective strategy for prevention of loss tools in workshops in technical colleges. Based on the findings of this study, it was recommended that solar-powered Surveillance cameras should be installed in all workshops in technical colleges in Rivers State in order to prevent loss of tools.
Performance Analysis of ANN Optimized FT-PCA Human Palm Features
Authors: Jamwal Bharti
Published: January 2024

The aim is to develop and test the performance of an image processing based Human Palmprint Recognition Application that was developed using combination of Artificial Neural Networks in combination with Fast Fourier transforms and Principal Component Analysis (ANN-FTPCA) techniques is accomplished. After the palmprint images are collected, the preprocessing of those palmprint images is one of the important phases in palmprint recognition systems. Instead of the large palmprint image, a small central sub-image is required for feature extraction. So, in the preprocessing scheme, the central region of interest (ROI) is extracted from the large palmprint image. Also sometimes, the palmprint images need enhancements. During the enrollment phase, multiple samples of palmprints per user are collected in regular intervals from three different databases, so each image from each database is different, as the palm's position suffers from a little bit of rotation and translation in every database. So, the central ROI generated each time will be different. But as the required area is of central sub-images generated from the preprocessing phase, it should be all similar. The developed system is used for human identification based on palmprints; there is a need for the development of high-quality classification methods and accurate feature extraction, which is very significant to execute the system in actual operating environment. The MLP neural network is used for feature optimization and matching to improve accuracy and recognition rate as in the speed of the application and the performance is evaluated on three palmprint databases CASIA, IITD and Poly U.
Administrative Management with ICTE Platform in Secondary Schools of Mefou and Afamba in Cameroon
Authors: Nelson TANYI TAKU
Published: January 2024

The use of information and communication technologies platform in rural areas of Cameroon face a lot of difficulties to be fully implemented. A such, making the management of secondary schools in these areas to be challenging by the school administrators. This raises many questions about the relevance of the use of ICT in administrative procedures in schools. The objective to this paper is to examine the effect of ICTE platform in the effective management of secondary schools in rural areas of Cameroon. Therefore, it can be deduced that there is a significant relationship between ICTE platform and administrative procedures within schools. In difference to the shortcomings inherent in this work, we do not claim to have made an exhaustive summary of ideal research, but a deepened reflection has allowed us to identify avenues of thought for future research. To this end, many methodical studies can be expanded on the different axes that our research has been able to grasp. It suggested that school administrators and stakeholders should take sufficient disposition in the training and support of school staffs.
Reflexiones en torno al impacto de la pornografía en la sexualidad de los chicos y las chicas adolescentes
Authors: Moreno Carmen , Leal-López Eva , Sánchez-Queija Inmaculada
Published: January 2024

Este trabajo tiene como objetivo principal mostrar por qué la pornografía no es una herramienta de educación sexual y, en segundo lugar, ofrecer líneas de actuación en el ámbito psicoeducativo, tanto en el contexto familiar como escolar. Para ello, el texto se organiza en torno a nueve puntos que tienen que ver con la sexualidad y, en particular, con la sexualidad en la adolescencia. En cada uno de esos puntos se destaca, en primer lugar, una idea que tiene que ver con un contenido de la sexualidad saludable, la que contribuye al bienestar de la persona. En segundo lugar, se analizará cómo es tratado ese contenido en la pornografía. Y, en tercer lugar, se hará una reflexión acerca de la repercusión que puede tener ese tratamiento pornográfico del tema sobre la sexualidad de los y las adolescentes. Por último, lo anterior dará pie a subrayar que es urgente contar con el apoyo institucional necesario para que, tanto desde el contexto familiar como desde el escolar, se aborde este asunto, introduciendo en el segundo caso los contenidos de la educación sexual dentro del currículum escolar.
The Impact of Social Capital on SME’s Performance with Mediating Role of Entrepreneurial Orientation
Authors: Khattak Muhammad Sualeh
Published: January 2024

Purpose: This study is aimed to study the effect of social capital on Small and Medium Enterprises' performance with mediating role of entrepreneurial orientation.

Study Design/Methodology/Approach: The data were collected from the owner and manager of SMEs of Rawalpindi and Islamabad regions of Pakistan through a structured questionnaire using a sample size of 320. Hypotheses were checked via Structural Equation modeling.

Findings: The result of the current study shows that the three dimensions of social capital i.e., cognitive, relational, and structural capital have a positive effect on entrepreneurial orientation and SME Performance. The results of this study also indicate that entrepreneurial orientation partially mediates the nexus between all the dimensions of social capital and SMEs performance.

Originality/Value: The current study is the first to focus on links between social capital and the performance of SMEs operating in the emerging market of Pakistan. This article enhanced the understanding of the role that social capital plays in the entrepreneurial orientation and performance of SMEs.

 Implications: The empirical results of this study allow us to suggest a lot of implications for managers of the firms. Firstly, the development of social capital is mandatory for the generation of an entrepreneurial orientation. The instant study suggests that the firm should practice social capital to enhance SMEs performance with the help of entrepreneurial orientation.
Impact Of Market Orientation, Learning Orientation and Marketing Strategies on Organizational Performance with The Mediating Role of Innovation: An Empirical Evidence of SMEs of Peshawar and Charsadda
Authors: Alam Yasir , Ali Babar , Zaib Amir
Published: January 2024

Purpose-This study aimed to investigate the influence of market orientation, learning orientation, and marketing strategies on organizational performance with innovation as a mediator.

Design/methodology/Approach-The researchers used a quantitative survey approach and developed a multifactor questionnaire to gather data from 300 SMEs in Peshawar and Charsadda. The internal consistency of the instrument was assessed using Cronbach's alpha, which indicated that the instrument was reliable.

Results-Regression analysis was used to examine the impact of market orientation, learning orientation, and marketing strategies on organizational performance. The findings revealed that there is a significant negative impact of market orientation and marketing strategies on organizational performance while the impact of learning orientation is negative but insignificant. However, when the mediating effect of innovation was introduced, a positive impact was observed. This suggests that market orientation, learning orientation, and marketing strategies have a positive impact on organizational performance when innovation is included as a mediator.

Conclusion: This study provides valuable insights into the factors that influence organizational performance, highlighting the importance of market orientation, learning orientation, marketing strategies, and innovation. These findings can help SMEs to develop effective strategies that promote innovation and improve their overall performance. Further research could explore the impact of other variables on organizational performance and investigate the relationship between innovation and other performance indicators.
Analysis of Customers’ Perception towards Second-hand Garments in Pakistan’s Apparel Industry: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Sajjad Zunaira , Khalid Faiza , Haiqa Munir  , Shazadi Rameen Arshad  , Fatima Waseem
Published: January 2024

The aim of this study is to explore the factors influencing the purchase decisions of second-hand clothing shoppers in Pakistan. The qualitative approach was adopted for this study. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 50 respondents.  A thematic approach was used for the analysis of data. The paper reveals that factors such as price, quality, hygiene, brand, social influence, and environmental factors have an effect on the purchase decision of customers. The findings indicate that majority of the customers prefer buying second-hand clothes because they are cheaper and usually of good quality as compared to the local brands. Hygiene and social influence were found to be the main reasons due to which people tend to avoid buying second-hand clothes. Interestingly the study revealed that a very limited number of people buy second-hand clothes due to environmental reasons. The paper fills the gap in the literature by adopting a qualitative approach offering an in-depth understanding of factors impacting customers’ purchase decisions regarding second-hand clothing. This study enriches our understanding by exploring these factors in a developing country’s context.
Assessment of apigenin-7-glucoside and luteolin-7-glucoside as multi-targeted agents against Alzheimer's disease: a molecular docking study
Authors: Istifli Erman Salih , Sarikurkcu Cengiz
Published: January 2024

Although the incidence of Alzheimer's disease (AD) is increasing in society, unfortunately, no definite progress has been made in treating this disease yet. In this study, the potential of apigenin-7-glucoside (A7G) and luteolin-7-glucoside (L7G) to be used as multi-targeted agents in AD was investigated by molecular docking calculations against the acetylcholinesterase (AChE), butyrylcholinesterase (BChE), amyloid precursor protein (APP) and 42-residue beta-amyloid peptide (Aβ). A7G and L7G exhibited very high binding affinity (-9.42 and -9.60 kcal/mol for A7G; -9.30 and -9.90 kcal/mol for L7G) to AChE and BChE, respectively, while the affinities of these two flavonoid glycosides towards APP and Aβ peptide (-6.10 and -6.0 kcal/mol for A7G; -6.30 and -6.10 kcal/mol for L7G) were moderately strong. Compared to rivastigmine, A7G and L7G exhibited a highly significant binding affinity, even stronger than rivastigmine, for AChE and BChE. Although A7G showed a more drug-like physicochemical character than L7G, both ligands were within the normal range for ADMET and did not show high affinity for cellular proteins, according to the results of SwissTarget analysis. According to the STITCH interaction analysis, both ligands had the potential to inhibit enzymes predominantly in the inflammatory pathway (ADIPOQ, NOS1, NOS2 and NOS3). As a result, A7G and L7G exhibit multi-targeted agent properties in AD. Our results should also be verified by experimental enzyme inhibition studies, which may be performed simultaneously on AChE, BChE, APP, and Aβ peptides.
Thoughts on design and ethics in business advertising
Authors: Alvarez Meythaler Amparo de las Mercedes , Méndez Reátegui Rubén
Published: January 2024

This essay addresses critical positions, trying to avoid the introduction of value judgments. In this sense, it presents ethical points of view around business design and advertising. It begins by contextualizing subjects that imply urban development in order to interpret the analysis environment. The general objective focuses on reflecting on ethical aspects related to strategies and advertising content in the real estate offer for peripheral sectors that make up satellite neighborhoods. Likewise, and specifically, it relates to the adoption of advertising ethics with the image of the company and the purchasing satisfaction of the purchasing person. It continues with the identification of situations in which ethical contexts are considered or not in the real estate sectors. Finally, we introduce examples of real cases in an ethical context that leads to a necessary reflection.
Percepciones de los docentes hacia la Inclusión Educativa en la Universidad de las Artes de Guayaquil
Authors: Saona Lozano Rosario Valeria , Tigrero Vaca Jorge William , Santillan Saona Valeria Lilibeth
Published: January 2024

El presente artículo tiene como objetivo describir las percepciones de los docentes de la Universidad de las Artes en relación a la inclusión y atención a la diversidad. Se realizó una investigación de enfoque cuantitativo de alcance descriptivo-correlacional y su tipo de diseño es no experimental, con una muestra de 121 docentes. La recolección de datos se realizó aplicando una Escala de Percepciones acerca de la Inclusión y la Atención a la Diversidad (PIAD) adaptado al contexto ecuatoriano. Los resultados evidenciaron respuestas interesantes acerca de los planteamientos inclusivos, contenidos formativos y las competencias necesarias para atender la diversidad del alumnado. Además, existe una correlación entre las dimensiones presentadas con la variable “Capacitación certificada en pedagogía o métodoseducativos”, demostrando la percepción favorable de los docentes.
শতবর্ষে নজরুলের অগ্নি-বীণা : কবিতায় সাংগীতিকতা
Authors: রানা সাইম
Published: January 2024

সারসংক্ষেপ: কাজী নজরুল ইসলামের প্রথম প্রকাশিত গ্রন্থ অগ্নি-বীণা (১৯২২) একটি কাব্যগ্রন্থ হলেও এতে সংগীতসহ নানা নিদর্শনের বৈশিষ্ট্য রয়েছে। সেসূত্রে সাংগীতিক পদ্ধতিতে বিশ্লেষণ করার মাধ্যমে এই গ্রন্থ সম্পর্কে নতুন কিছু দিক উন্মোচনের চেষ্টা করা হয়েছে। সাংগীতিক পদ্ধতির নমুনায়ন হলো আধুনিক সংগীততত্ত্বের ভাষা ও তার উপাদান এবং তা নিয়ে অন্য শিল্পের সাথে অভিযোজন প্রক্রিয়া। সাহিত্যের অলংকারতত্ত্বের কিছু উপাদানও এই প্রক্রিয়ার সহগামী, যেমন ধ্বন্যাত্মক শব্দ, নাট্য ও সংলাপময়তা, আকর ও উদ্দীপিত সংগীত ও তার বাদ্যানুষঙ্গ, এমনকি মিথ। কবিতার সাথে আবৃত্তি ও সুরের দ্বান্দ্বিক দিক আলোচনা এবং ছন্দ-অলংকারের বিষয়ের নতুন কিছু প্রশ্নের অবতারণা করা হয়েছে। অগ্নি-বীণা একটি লিখিত শিল্প হলেও আধুনিক পরিবেশনা শিল্পেরও এক উজ্জ্বল দৃষ্টান্ত সেই দিকটির বিশ্লেষণও এই প্রবন্ধে উপস্থাপিত হয়েছে।
Penggunaan Permainan Edukatif: Suit Perkalian dalam Pembelajaran Matematika
Authors: Lisa Defiana , Nasution Mariam , Siregar Torang , Harahap Awal , Zainuddin Zainuddin , Amir Almira
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan permainan edukatif yaitu permainan Suit Perkalian dalam konsep perkalian bilangan bulat. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di MIS Tahfidzul Qur’an Darun Najah Padangsidimpuan dengan jumlah siswa sebanyak 26 siswa kelas II. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian pengembangan dengan menggunakan model pengembangan ADDIE dengan teknik analisis data menggunakan teknik deskripsi kuantitatif. Penelitian ini menggunakan analisis hasil belajar (uji kefektifan). Berdasarkan hasil analisis data dapat disimpulkan bahwa permainan Suit Perkalian dibutuhkan dalam pembelajaran untuk memberikan pembelajaran yang efektif, efisien dan tentunya menarik. Keefektifan pengembangan permainan Suit Perkalian dapat dilihat dari hasil uji keefektifan menggunakan paired samples t test terhadap evaluasi siswa pada pretest dan posttest yang memperlihatkan adanya peningkatan nilai rata-rata siswa yang awalnya 77,31 menjadi 84,85 artinya bahwa ada peningkatan sebesar 7,54. Peningkatan yang signifikan ini terlihat juga pada perhitungan dengan SPSS dengan hasil nilai signifikansi (2-tailed) sebesar 0,000 < 0,05, yang berarti hasil pretest dan posttest berubah secara signifikan sebelum dan sesudah tes. Oleh karena itu, dapat disimpulkan bahwa penggunaan permainan Suit Perkalian efektif karena dapat meningkatkan keterampilan berhitung perkalian siswa kelas II SD/MI dalam pemebelajaran matematika.
Laporan Keuangan sebagai Alat Ukur Kinerja pada Keuangan Perusahaan PT Indonesia Tbk
Authors: Ambarwati Sri
Published: January 2024

Laporan keuangan yang diberikan oleh perusahaan merupakan gambaran alat ukur kinerja perusahaan yang dapat diketahui kekuatan dan kelemahan dari perusahaan tersebut. Melalui penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengerti bagaimana tingkat pengaruh laporan keuangan sebagai alat ukur kinerja pada keuangan perusahaan. Populasi dalam penelitian ini yaitu perusahaan PT Indonesia Tbk, sehingga diperoleh hasil penelitian yaitu. Parameter yang sering digunakan untuk melakukan penilaian terhadap kinerja suatu perusahaan adalah dengan menggunakan pendekatan keuangan atau sumber laporan keuangan lainnya.
Évaluer des apprentissages au secondaire en équipe collaborative
Authors: Moreau André C. , Granger Nancy , Gingras Frédérique , Lavoie Vezeau Cynthia
Published: January 2024

This article presents a praxeological expost facto study with secondary school teachers working in interdisciplinary teams and wanting to improve their learning assessment practices. We specify the factors that helped to sustain new teaching practices one year after the end of a project aimed at implementing collaborative team functioning and highlight success factors for students with literacy difficulties. Data collected with five teachers enabled us to describe a renewed practice of learning assessment, including the use of a coding tool. We discuss issues that may help or hinder the drive for sustainable changes in learning assessment practices and raise avenues for future research. The study contributes an illustration of a learning assessment practice relevant for both teachers and learners.
Intervention interculturelle dans le secteur de la santé et du social : comment former les étudiants
Authors: Tétreault Sylvie , Mercure Dominique , Brisset Camille , Bétrisey Carine , Gulfi Alida , Leanza Yvan , Kühne Nicolas
Published: January 2024

Preparing health and social care students to practice in a context of diversity is an educational challenge. Guidelines for the adoption of theoretical models and the teaching of pedagogical content remain unclear. Using the “world café” method, this study aims to validate recommendations facilitating the acquisition of intercultural competences and enriching them with various partners. The 41 participants indicated the need to improve initial training and to include specific courses on intercultural intervention using a variety of teaching methods. Several suggest consolidating internship supervisors’ prior learnings regarding this approach. Considering the increase of individuals from different cultural backgrounds, it is important to adjust training programs.
Trend Analysis of Aerosol Concentrations over Last Two Decades from MODIS Retrievals over Hyderabad District of India
Authors: A K Nandan , Mathew Aneesh , Raja Shekar Padala
Published: January 2024

Air pollution is one of the grave concerns of the modern era, claiming millions of lives and adversely impacting the economy. Aerosols have been observed to play a significant role in negatively influencing climatological variables and human health in given areas. The current study aimed to study the trend of aerosols and particulates on daily, monthly, seasonal, and annual levels using a 20-year (2002–2021) daily mean aerosol optical depth (AOD) product released by moderate resolution imaging spectrometer (MODIS) sensors for the Hyderabad district in India. The results of the daily mean analysis revealed a rising trend in the number of days with severe AOD (>1), whereas examinations of the seasonal and monthly mean data from 2017 through 2022 showed that peak AOD values alternated between the summer, autumn, and winter seasons over the years. Trend analysis using Mann–Kendall, modified Mann–Kendall, and innovative trend analysis (ITA) tests revealed that AOD increased significantly from 2002 through 2021 (p < 0.05; Z > 0). Furthermore, correlation analysis was performed to check for correlations between AOD levels and certain meteorological factors for the Charminar and Secunderabad regions; it was noticed that temperature had a weak positive correlation with AOD (p < 0.05; r = 0.283 [Secunderabad] – p < 0.05; r = 0.301 [Charminar]), whereas relative humidity developed a very weak negative correlation with AOD (p < 0.05; r = −0.079 [Secunderabad] – p < 0.05; r = −0.109 [Charminar]).
A new lattice-based password authenticated key exchange scheme with anonymity and reusable key
Authors: Seyhan Kübra , Akleylek Sedat
Published: January 2024

In this article, we propose a novel bilateral generalization inhomogenous short integer solution (BiGISIS)-based password-authenticated key exchange (PAKE) scheme for post-quantum era security. The hardness assumption of the constructed PAKE is based on newly proposed hard lattice problem, BiGISIS. The main aim of this article is to provide a solution for the post-quantum secure PAKE scheme, which is one of the open problems in the literature. The proposed PAKE is the first BiGISIS-based PAKE that satisfies anonymity and reusable key features. The bilateral-pasteurization (BiP) approach is used to obtain the reusable key, and anonymity is achieved thanks to the additional identity components and hash functions. The reusable key structure reduces the time in the key generation, and anonymity prevents illegal user login attempts. The security analysis is done by following the real-or-random (RoR) model assumptions. As a result of security examinations, perfect forward secrecy (PFS) and integrity are satisfied, and the resistance against eavesdropping, manipulation-based attack (MBA), hash function simulation, impersonation, signal leakage attack (SLA), man-in-the-middle (MitM), known-key security (KKS), and offline password dictionary attack (PDA) is captured. According to the comparison analysis, the proposed PAKE is the first SLA-resistant lattice-based PAKE with reusable key and anonymity properties.
Hibiscetin attenuates lipopolysaccharide-evoked memory impairment by inhibiting BDNF/caspase-3/NF-κB pathway in rodents
Authors: Gilani Sadaf Jamal , Bin Jumah May Nasser , Fatima Farhat , Al-Abbasi Fahad A. , Afzal Muhammad , Alzarea Sami I. , Sayyed Nadeem , Nadeem Muhammad Shahid , Kazmi Imran
Published: January 2024

This study explores the neuroprotective potential of hibiscetin concerning memory deficits induced by lipopolysaccharide (LPS) injection in rats. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of hibiscetin against LPS-injected memory deficits in rats. The behavioral paradigms were conducted to access LPS-induced memory deficits. Various biochemical parameters such as acetyl-cholinesterase activity, choline-acetyltransferase, antioxidant (superoxide dismutase, glutathione transferase, catalase), oxidative stress (malonaldehyde), and nitric oxide levels were examined. Furthermore, neuroinflammatory parameters such as tumor necrosis factor-α, interleukin-1β (IL-1β), IL-6, and nuclear factor-kappa B expression and brain-derived neurotrophic factor as well as apoptosis marker i.e., caspase-3 were evaluated. The results demonstrated that the hibiscetin-treated group exhibited significant recovery in LPS-induced memory deficits in rats by using behavioral paradigms, biochemical parameters, antioxidant levels, oxidative stress, neuroinflammatory markers, and apoptosis markers. Recent research suggested that hibiscetin may serve as a promising neuroprotective agent in experimental animals and could offer an alternative in LPS-injected memory deficits in rodent models.
Circulating cell-free DNA-based methylation pattern in plasma for early diagnosis of esophagus cancer
Authors: Wang Rui , Yang Yue , Lu Tianyu , Cui Youbin , Li Bo , Liu Xin
Published: January 2024

With the increased awareness of early tumor detection, the importance of detecting and diagnosing esophageal cancer in its early stages has been underscored. Studies have consistently demonstrated the crucial role of methylation levels in circulating cell-free DNA (cfDNA) in identifying and diagnosing early-stage cancer. cfDNA methylation pertains to the methylation state within the genomic scope of cfDNA and is strongly associated with cancer development and progression. Several research teams have delved into the potential application of cfDNA methylation in identifying early-stage esophageal cancer and have achieved promising outcomes. Recent research supports the high sensitivity and specificity of cfDNA methylation in early esophageal cancer diagnosis, providing a more accurate and efficient approach for early detection and improved clinical management. Accordingly, this review aims to present an overview of methylation-based cfDNA research with a focus on the latest developments in the early detection of esophageal cancer. Additionally, this review summarizes advanced analytical technologies for cfDNA methylation that have significantly benefited from recent advancements in separation and detection techniques, such as methylated DNA immunoprecipitation sequencing (MeDIP-seq). Recent findings suggest that biomarkers based on cfDNA methylation may soon find successful applications in the early detection of esophageal cancer. However, large-scale prospective clinical trials are required to identify the potential of these biomarkers.
Insulin signaling and pharmacology in humans and in corals
Authors: Murthy Meghana Hosahalli Shivananda , Jasbi Paniz , Lowe Whitney , Kumar Lokender , Olaosebikan Monsurat , Roger Liza , Yang Jinkyu , Lewinski Nastassja , Daniels Noah , Cowen Lenore , Klein-Seetharaman Judith
Published: January 2024

Once thought to be a unique capability of the Langerhans islets in the pancreas of mammals, insulin (INS) signaling is now recognized as an evolutionarily ancient function going back to prokaryotes. INS is ubiquitously present not only in humans but also in unicellular eukaryotes, fungi, worms, and Drosophila. Remote homologue identification also supports the presence of INS and INS receptor in corals where the availability of glucose is largely dependent on the photosynthetic activity of the symbiotic algae. The cnidarian animal host of corals operates together with a 20,000-sized microbiome, in direct analogy to the human gut microbiome. In humans, aberrant INS signaling is the hallmark of metabolic disease, and is thought to play a major role in aging, and age-related diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease. We here would like to argue that a broader view of INS beyond its human homeostasis function may help us understand other organisms, and in turn, studying those non-model organisms may enable a novel view of the human INS signaling system. To this end, we here review INS signaling from a new angle, by drawing analogies between humans and corals at the molecular level.
Knowledge of cardiovascular disease risk factors among caregivers of cardiology patients attending Jordan University Hospital
Authors: Al-Makhamreh Hanna , Alkhatib Amro , Attarri Ahmed , Toubasi Ahmad A. , Dabbas Aya , Al-Bkoor Basel , Sarhan Zaid , Alghafri Osama
Published: January 2024

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is an umbrella term that includes various pathologies involving the heart and the vasculature system of the body. CVD is the leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for an estimated 32% of all deaths. More than 40% of annual deaths in Jordan are due to CVD; this number is further expected to rise, particularly in the Eastern Mediterranean region where Jordan is located. Due to the chronic nature of CVD, the presence of a caregiver who can help mitigate the challenges patients face is essential, and their level of knowledge determines the quality of care they can provide. Hence, this cross-sectional study was conducted in the cardiology clinics at Jordan University Hospital (JUH). Questionnaires were distributed to 469 participants, defined in this study as the caregivers escorting patients with established coronary heart disease (CHD). The self-administered questionnaire included three sections: sociodemographic and health factors, knowledge of CVD risk factors, and CHD symptoms. The mean age of the study population was 44.38 years ± 15.92 and 54.2% of participants were males. Regarding knowledge of CVD risk factors, 84.6% of participants answered more than 70% of the questions correctly. More than 95% knew that chest pain is a symptom of an acute cardiovascular event. However, only 53.5% and 74.8% of the participants reported that jaw pain and arm pain are symptoms of an acute event, respectively. Several factors influenced the caregiver’s knowledge, such as age, income, frequent health checkups, having a history of CVD, CKD, or DM, and their relationship to the patient. This study sheds light on the importance of caregiver knowledge in patient care. By improving the caregivers’ knowledge, identifying their role in patient care, and raising CVD awareness in susceptible populations, healthcare professionals can improve the patients’ quality of life. Overall, assessing caregivers’ knowledge pertaining to CVD can provide invaluable data, which may enhance patient care by educating their caregivers.
First record of Egernia predation by the range restricted Spotted Mulga Snake Pseudechis butleri
Authors: Bradley Holly S. , Hirsh Damien , Lettoof Damian
Published: January 2024

Despite being a hotspot for reptile diversity, there is a chronic knowledge gap surrounding the ecology of Australian reptiles. Understanding the complex interactions between species, such as predator-prey relationships, can be key to informed and effective management, particularly of rare and threatened species. The Spotted Mulga Snake (Pseudechis butleri) is a key example of an understudied endemic reptile, limited to the Mid West region of Western Australia. Here, we present the first recorded observation of a Spotted Mulga Snake consuming a Pygmy Spiny-tailed Skink (Egernia depressa). This predation event has implications for the susceptibility of the similar-sized juvenile endangered Western Spiny-tailed Skinks, another understudied reptile co-occurring in the Mid West.
Decoding Global Tea Trade: Unveiling Market Dynamics in India
Authors: Murugananthi D. , Priyadharshini M. , Prabha S. Aruna
Published: January 2024

Tea is the second important beverage consumed Worldwide after water. Domestic consumption of tea in India had increased from 346 M kg in 1980 to 1135 M kg in 2020. The price of tea in global market keeps wavering due to demand and supply dynamics, labour problem, market competition, pandemic and so on. Tea is one of the Internationally traded commodity and price is the key variable which links the markets globally. If countries are linked by trade in a free market regime, global demand and supply shocks will have an equal impact on the domestic and international prices.  Hence, the present study analysed the price integration of tea among the three different markets globally. The major tea markets taken for the study are Kenya (Mombasa), North India (Kolkata) and South India (Coonoor - CTTR) markets. To study the price variation seasonal decomposition was used.  ADF test was used to assess the stationarity, Johansen cointegration and VECM model was used to analyse the long term cointegration among the markets. Granger causality was used to assess the direction of flow of information across markets. All the price series are first difference stationary. The study revealed that the Kolkata market played a lead role in determining the prices. The presence of one co- integration equation among auction prices of tea markets and indicated the presence of long run equilibrium relationship among the auction markets.
Comparison of Generalized Linear Model between Gamma and Tweedie Compound Response for Rainfall Prediction in Lampung Province
Authors: Hayati Ma’rufah , Permatasari Reni
Published: January 2024

Rainfall plays a pivotal role in influencing agricultural production in Lampung province. The precision of rainfall predictions holds significant importance for enhancing agricultural yields in the region. One effective approach for modeling rainfall is Statistical Downscaling (SD), which employs statistical models to examine the correlation between large-scale (global) climatological data and small-scale (local) data. SD addresses the limitation of global scale data, such as the General Circulation Model (GCM), which lacks the resolution to directly forecast localized climate conditions like rainfall. Rainfall can be broadly categorized into continuous and discrete components. The continuous component delineates the intensity of rainfall, while the discrete component describes the occurrence of rain. Both components are integral to accurate rainfall predictions. The mixed Tweedie distribution, combining Gamma and Poisson distributions, is proficient in handling both continuous and discrete components of rainfall. GCMs commonly encounter multicollinearity issues in SD modeling, which can be mitigated through Principal Component Analysis. This study seeks to compare two regression models: the generalized linear model with a gamma response and the Tweedie compound response. Rainfall data from three distinct regions in Lampung province, representing high, medium, and lowlands, is utilized. The research findings indicate that, for high and lowlands, the Tweedie compound exhibits a smaller Root Mean Square Error of Prediction (RMSEP) compared to gamma. Conversely, in medium lands, gamma-GLM demonstrates a smaller RMSEP value than the Tweedie compound. Thus, the distribution of the Tweedie compound is better suited for use than Gamma-GLM, especially for high and lowland areas.
Studies on Variability on Isolates of Neovossia indica Causing Karnal Bunt of Wheat and Screening of Wheat Varieties
Authors: Rathore Tanya , Pandey Kirti Vardhan , Singh Rohit Kumar , Singh Deepoo , Singh Shwetank , Kumar Ayush , Tiwari Abhishek , Singh Mandeep , Shukla Puskar
Published: January 2024

A basic meal consumed by people all over the world, wheat is traded more globally than all other crops combined. Tilletia indica is the cause of Karnal bunt, also known as "Partial bunt," which affects wheat and is one of the most significant seed-borne diseases. It has significant effects on the wheat trade because most importing nations require that there be no trace of Karnal bunt in wheat imported. To assess responses to disease, ten different genotypes of wheat were sown in matched rows. We planted K1006 and PBW343, two susceptible checks, following each genotype. An athichmist was established for a duration of thirty days, and all suggested agricultural practices were adhered to. The genotypes that demonstrated resistance to the pathogen (below 10% disease intensity) were PBW 343 and K-1006 (2 genotypes). The genotypes with a modest response were K-9107 and K-9162 (two genotypes with a score below 15%). The reactivity of the K793 and K 9006 2 genotypes was somewhat sensitive (below 40% score). The genotypes K9465 HD 2824, K0307, and C306 all showed extremely sensitive reactivity (score exceeding 40%).