bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Mexico and PRONACES towards to become a smart city
Authors: Fuentes-Penna Alejandro , Ruiz-Vanoye Jorge A. , Gómez-Cárdenas Raúl , Salgado Ramírez Julio C. , Trejo-Macotela Francisco R. , Díaz-Parra Ocotlán , Poblano Verastegui Alejandro , Renteria Torres Priscila Lucía
Published: May 2024

This paper presents a comprehensive state-of-the-art analysis and mathematical modeling of the National Program for Smart Cities (PRONACES) initiatives in Mexico's journey towards smart city development. The focus is on examining how PRONACES integrates technological innovation with urban planning and sustainability, leveraging mathematical models to optimize and predict the outcomes of various smart city initiatives. The methodology includes a review of current literature to establish the state of the art, followed by the development and application of mathematical models to assess and forecast the effectiveness of PRONACES strategies. These models are based on a variety of parameters including urban growth, technology adoption, resource allocation, and environmental impact. Key findings demonstrate the significant role of PRONACES in transforming urban landscapes in Mexico. The mathematical models provide valuable predictions and insights into the potential outcomes of various smart city strategies, indicating pathways for efficient resource management, infrastructure development, and sustainable urban growth. The paper concludes with an emphasis on the importance of mathematical modeling in planning and implementing smart city initiatives. The challenges and opportunities presented by Mexico’s unique urban landscape are discussed, along with recommendations for future research and policy-making in the field of smart urban development.
Development of a Methodology for Dynamic Motor Control with Machine Learning
Authors: Aguilar Robles David , Santiago Díaz Ma. del Carmen , Zenteno Vázquez Ana Claudia , Romero Hernández Yeiny , Pérez Marcial Judith , Rubín Linares Gustavo T.
Published: May 2024

In robotics, the problem of precision in position control of the different motor systems requires the evaluation of multiple variables in real time in order not to cause instability in the robot due to processing time. In this work, a methodology based on automatic learning of motor systems is proposed in order to be able to generate control actions in advance of their measurement and processing, for which a second-order system and its response to disturbances such as step signals are proposed.
Akuisisi dan Retensi Kepesertaan BPU: Mempertahankan Jaminan Sosial Ketenagakerjaan
Authors: Siregar Denny Jeremia
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini berfokus pada analisis kendala dan tantangan dari implementasi strategi akuisisi dan retensi kepesertaan Program Bukan Penerima Upah (BPU) BPJS Ketenagakerjaan atau BPJAMSOSTEK. Capaian kepesertaan selama tahun 2020-2022 menunjukkan hasil yang belum signifikan dibandingkan dengan potensi besar yang dimiliki, sehingga hal ini perlu menjadi perhatian BPJAMSOSTEK untuk menghadapi tantangan tersebut. Mayoritas peserta BPU merupakan pekerja informal yang rentan terhadap ketidakstabilan ekonomi sehingga program jaminan sosial ketenagakerjaan (jamsostek) sangat dibutuhkan sebagai jaring pengaman sosial. Penelitian ini juga mengangkat faktor perilaku konsumen dan penerapan strategi dari berbagai asuransi komersil sebagai aspek penting yang layak dipertimbangkan untuk pengembangan strategi akuisisi dan retensi kepesertaan BPU BPJAMSOSTEK. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode studi pustaka untuk mengumpulkan literatur yang relevan dengan topik penelitian. Selanjutnya, pendekatan analisis kebijakan "What's the Problem Represented to be?" (WPR) yang dikembangkan oleh Carol Bacchi digunakan untuk menganalisis konstruksi sosial dari masalah kebijakan dan implikasinya. Penelitian ini tidak hanya menunjukkan sejauh mana hasil dari implementasi strategi yang diambil, namun juga aspek-aspek yang menjadi tantangan bagi BPJAMSOSTEK berkaitan dengan strategi tersebut, seperti persepsi masyarakat terhadap program BPU BPJAMSOSTEK, ketidakmampuan pembayaran iuran, porsi pemaparan informasi perlindungan jaminan sosial keseluruhan, dan aspek hukum; tetapi juga, menunjukkan aspek yang lain seperti kesiapan Inpres No 2 Tahun 2021, keberadaan Agen Perisai, dan orientasi promosi program BPU. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan wawasan yang berguna dalam meningkatkan akuisisi dan retensi kepesertaan BPU serta memperkuat perlindungan sosial bagi pekerja informal.
Textual Meaning on “Umpasa” Batak Toba in Wedding Ceremony
Authors: Sitanggang Anita , Murni Sri Minda , Sibarani Berlin
Published: May 2024

This research is aimed in investigating the function of theme of “Umpasa” in Wedding Ceremony of Batak Toba Culture in Pematangsiantar. Theories used in conducting this research were metafunctions, especially textual function for theme functions. Descriptive qualitative and ethnomethodology approach were implemented in this research. Data source was taken from those people who attended the wedding ceremony. The population of this research was the society of Batak Toba people from Pematangsiantar, where all the participants were loved and actived Batak Culture. they are commonly called as king of customs because these people was asked to handle and given a speech in the Toba batak ceremony for example in the  wedding ceremony. Sample was any kinds of object which happen in wedding Batak Toba ceremony related to verbal and non-verbal communication Pematangsiantar. Then, the researchers did some procedures in collecting data such as observing, recording, interpreting and generalizing. After carefully analyzing the data, the researchers discovered that the most commonly used types of theme rheme when giving Ulos to the bride and groom during a Toba Batak wedding ceremony are Topical Theme 39, Textual Theme 12, Interpersonal Theme 6, and Ideational Theme is one. Among these, Topical Theme is the most dominant type used in giving Ulos to the bride and groom in a Toba Batak wedding ceremony. This is because, in Toba Batak utterance, people typically use the verb or pronoun in the first position, followed by finite and other structural grammatical elements that differ from those in other languages.
Educational Communication Based on Qur’ānic Religious Pluralism in Increasing Religious Moderation of Muslim Students in Indonesia
Authors: Ma`arif Bambang S. , Rahmat Munawar , Yahya Wildan Bin H.M. , Syafei Makhmud
Published: May 2024

Religious intolerance is relatively high among students, affecting 30% to 50%. In this context, alternative learning models are offered and tested to counter student prejudice and religious intolerance. Therefore, this research aimed to provide an educational communication model based on Qur’ānic Religious Pluralism as a preventive solution to increasing religious moderation of Muslim students. A qualitative approach was used to draft the model, and in-depth interviews were conducted with students having the highest and lowest religious moderation scores. The quantitative approach used a quasi-experimental method to measure the effectiveness of the model and the analysis of the draft was achieved through Focus Group Discussion (FGD). Furthermore, quantitative data analysis used descriptive statistics as percentages (%). After eight interventions (8x100 minutes), the questionnaire was distributed and the profile of religious moderation was compared before and after the model trials (October and December 2023). Data was analyzed using comparative techniques between post and pre-test, specifically IBM SPSS Statistics 24 with Paired Samples. The results showed that the educational communication model based on Qur’ānic Religious Pluralism effectively prevented religious prejudice while increasing substantive moderation in Muslim students (t = 18.75 significant at alpha .01). Most respondents had negative religious prejudices but cultivated tolerant attitudes after college. In the context of the implication, an educational communication model based on Qur’ānic Religious Pluralism in IRE was highly recommended. However, future research must consider the causes of consistent negative religious prejudice among a few students, even though lectures were attended using a similar learning model.
IMPACT OF THE DIMENSIONS OF THE QUALITY OF INSTITUTIONS SUCH ON THE FLOW OF FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT TO DEVELOPING ECONOMIES.
Authors: Nouri Alziyani Amal
Published: May 2024

The aim of this study was to examine the effect of the dimensions of the quality of institutions such as: economic quality, political risks, the quality of the financial sector, and the quality of transportation means on the flow of foreign direct investment (FDI) to developing economies. The study was conducted in the most developed 7 economies among the developing countries. In addition, the study also made a comparison between the 7 emerging economies to identify which of them were affected by the established quality determinants for the period from 2002 to 2017. The data were analyzed using the regression model. The results of the study indicate a negative impact of the economic freedom and the quality of the financial sector on the flow of FDI. The study did not indicate the existence of a statistically significant effect to the political risks and the quality of transportation on the flow of FDI.
Antibacterial susceptibility and Invitro effect of sodium chloride, magnesium ions, and serum on Staphylococcal-β-lactamase production in Ekpoma Nigeria.
Authors:   Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Sciences, Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria, Esumeh FI , Inyang NJ ,   Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria, Adesina IA ,   Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Medical Sciences, Ondo, Ondo State., Akpe AR ,   Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Sciences, Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria, Omoigberale MNO MNO ,   Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Sciences, Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria, Igunbor LA LA ,   Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Sciences, Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria
Published: May 2024

Background: Resistance to agents of tropical infections remains a public health challenge especially in resource-poor countries despite the efforts by multiple disciplines to face the challenges. Objectives: This study was carried out to determine the effects of sodium chloride, magnesium ion, and serum on beta-lactamase production; and the antibiotic susceptibility pattern of staphylococci strains isolated from clinical samples from Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Edo State, Nigeria. Methods: Thirty-five (35) clinical isolates were collected and screened for the presence of beta-lactamase production using standard microbiological procedures, the staphylococci isolates were subjected to antibiotic susceptibility tests using the disc diffusion method, and beta-lactamase production test was carried out using starch paper hydrolysis. The effects of various concentrations of sodium chloride (0.1 – 7.0%), magnesium tetra oxo sulphate (VI) (0.1 – 1.0%), and serum (1 – 20%) on beta-lactamase production by the staphylococci were assayed using the double indicator method. Results: Of the 35 staphylococci, isolates identified, 23 were S. aureus, and the remaining 12 were coagulase-negative staphylococci. Out of all the 35 isolates, 7 isolates (20%) were beta-lactamase producers, with 4 being S. aureus and 3 being coagulase-negative staphylococci. The staphylococci isolates showed a high level of resistance (71.4 – 97.1%) to the antibiotics used. Conclusion: Beta-lactamase production was enhanced by NaCl and serum at a high concentration, but when subjected to statistical analysis individually it was not significant p>0.05, when compared against each other it was significant p<0.05. Mg2+ was inhibitory at higher concentration of 1.0%, 5.0% and 7.0% with p >0.05. This study indicates that Mg2+ could be used as a beta-lactamase inhibitor in the manufacturing of beta-lactam antibiotics.
Molecular analysis of methicillin resistance and beta-lactamase production by clinical isolates of Staphylococcus aureus in Ekpoma, Edo State Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Irrua, Edo State Nigeria, Ikheloa J , Inyang NJ ,   Microbiology Department, Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital Irrua Edo State, Nigeria., Adelekun A ,   Microbiology Department, Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital Irrua Edo State, Nigeria., Agwu E ,   Department of Microbiology, Kampala International University W/C Ishaka Bushenyi, Uganda.
Published: May 2024

Background: Staphylococcus aureus-associated infections continue to be a public health challenge in resource-limited developing countries of sub-Saharan Africa. Understanding the genetic basis of resistance of Staphylococcus aureus remains a paramount panacea to associated illnesses. Objective: To isolate and identify methicillin-resistant and beta-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus aureus from a different clinical specimen collected from hospital attendees in Ekpoma, Edo State Nigeria. Materials and methods: A total of 200 Staphylococcal isolates were recovered from different clinical specimens analyzed. Standard Microbiological methods used in the isolation and identification of Staphylococcus aureus included the use of ProlexTM Staph Latex Kit, cultivation in MRSA Chromagar, and confirmation using species-specific oligonucleotide primers to amplify DNA regions of interest and result read by electrophoresis. Results. Out of 200 isolates of Staphylococcus aureus isolates, 80(40%) strains were positive for the mecA gene, while 120(60%) were beta-lactamase positive. Age groups 26 – 30 had 23.0% of S. aureus with 25.0% positive for MecA gene and 30.0% positive for β-lactamase production. S. aureus from wound swabs had a 52% high potential for 52% for β-lactamase production and 42.5% for the mecA gene. Female/male urine had 40.9%/20.0% prevalence of S. aureus. Methicillin resistance and beta-lactamase production were high (25% and 30% respectively) among isolates from urine samples. Conclusion. Methicillin-resistant (mecA) genes and beta-lactamase enzymes remain important determinants of resistance of Staphylococcus aureus to conventional antibiotics in resource-limited settings. Strict use of prescription drugs to avoid abuse, improved personal hygiene, good laboratory practice, screening of all in-patients upon admission into the hospitals, screening of visitors during visits to in-patients, hand washing, and the use of disposable aprons and gloves by staff to reduces skin-to-skin contact and therefore further reduce the risk of transmission are strongly recommended
Prevalence and susceptibility pattern of bacterial Urinary Tract Infections among pregnant HIV positive women in Gucha sub-county, Kenya.
Authors:   Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Kampala International University-Western Campus, P.O BOX 71, Bushenyi, Uganda., Maniga NJ , Mogaka G ,   Migori Referral Hospital, P.O Box 5 Migori. Kenya, Nyambane L ,   Kenyenya polytechnic P.O BOX 68 Kenyenya, Kenya,, Eilu E ,   Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Kampala International University-Western Campus, P.O BOX 71, Bushenyi, Uganda.
Published: May 2024

Background: Urinary tract infection is the most frequent in women, and complications with other diseases like HIV/AIDS, and diabetes management are top public health concerns, especially in a resource-limited setting. Objectives: The main aim of this present study was to determine the prevalence of bacterial UTI among HIV and access the ant-microbial susceptibility of the isolated Bacteria uropathogens in HIV-positive pregnant patients in Gucha Sub County District. Materials and Methods: A prospective cross-sectional study carried out at Gucha sub-county District HIV/AIDS clinic. Mid-stream urine samples were collected from consenting 196 females, who were clinically diagnosed with UTI by the attending Physicians. Standard Microbiological methods were used in the isolation and characterization of bacterial uro-pathogens. Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute’s modifications of the Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion technique were adopted. The data were presented as mean ± standard deviation (SD) and compared with student t-test. Results: Out of 200 mid-stream urine samples 35 pure significant bacterial growth (105 colony forming units/ml of urine) were isolated and these included Escherichia coli, 15(43%), Staphylococcus aureus, 7 (20%) S.saprophyticus 5(14%) Enterococci species, 4(11%) and Klebsiella, 4(11%). The uropathogens isolated were more sensitive to Gentamicin, 32(21%) followed with ciprofloxacin, 26(17%), Nitrofurantoin, 20(13%), Erythromycin, 12(12%), and Nalidixic acid, 17(11%) respectively. Conclusion: Escherichia coli were the most dominant bacteria occurring in the pregnant HIV Patients at Gucha Sub County District. Consequently, Gentamycin should be considered a drug of choice for empirical treatment of UTI in pregnant HIV/AIDS females. Keywords: UTI, pregnant women, Antibacterial, HIV, Seropositive females
Non-target oral bacterial resistance to Cotrimoxazole in HIV/AIDS patients living in south-western Uganda
Authors:   Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Babcock University, Illisan Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria, Ihongbe JC , Moazzam ML ,   Department of Public Health, School of Allied Health Sciences, Kampala International University (KIU), Pazos V ,   Disease Intervention and Management Failure (DIMAF) research group, Department of Medical Microbiology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, KIU, Box 71, Bushenyi, Uganda, Agwu E ,   Disease Intervention and Management Failure (DIMAF) research group, Department of Medical Microbiology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, KIU, Box 71, Bushenyi, Uganda
Published: May 2024

Objective: This study was designed to assess the long-term effect of prolonged routine cotrimoxazole prophylaxis on non-target bacteria isolated from oral lesions of HIV/AIDS patients in South Western Uganda. Method: Exactly 605 swabs (469 from females and 136 from males), were randomly collected from oral lesions of The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) HIV/AIDS patients in 4 Districts of Uganda. Sample processing was done aseptically using standard Microbiological techniques. Randomized Block Design (α = 0.05) was used to compare both the prevalence and resistance of bacterial isolates. Results: In Mbarara/Bushenyi districts, bacteria prevalence was 50.4%, followed by 20.8% in Rukungiri and 20.3% in Masaka districts. Most bacteria from Rukungiri showed 100% resistance. In Mbarara/Bushenyi, S. aureus, B. catarrhalis and Non-hemolytic Streptococcus showed 100% resistance while B. cerius, S. aureus, E. coli and B. subtilis showed 100% resistance in Masaka. Bacteria prevalence was significantly (p<0.05) dependent on location and district of isolation. Different bacteria isolates significantly (p<0.05) differed in their response to different antibiotics tested. Conclusion: Despite its overall benefit, prolonged cotrimoxazole prophylaxis may have a long-term disadvantage such as the evolution of 100% resistance by non-target oral bacterial isolates recovered from HIV/AIDS patients living in Uganda. Keywords: Cotrimoxazole resistance, Non-target oral bacteria, HIV/AIDS patients
Retrospective evaluation of malaria parasites distribution among febrile patients attending clinics in Bushenyi, Uganda.
Authors:   School of Allied Health Science, Kampala International University, Western Campus, Ishaka, Bushenyi, Uganda, Joram GO , Agwu E ,   Department of Medical Microbiology, Kampala International University, Ishaka, Bushenyi, Uganda
Published: May 2024

Background: Febrile illness due to malaria remains a public health challenge in resource-poor countries despite concerted control efforts. Objectives: To establish a baseline database of P. falciparum distribution among febrile patients treated with chloroquine, fansidar, and quinine in Bushenyi. Methods: Standard parasitology and statistics (α=0.01) methods were adopted in the analysis of data collected from 35,000 files of febrile patients who attended clinics in Bushenyi district, Uganda in the year 2005 after the first-line malaria treatment changed from chloroquine to artemisinin-based combination. Results: There was 78.2% (27,384 of 35000) malaria prevalence among the studied 35000 febrile patients’ files, while the percentage distribution of P. falciparum among 27,384 malaria patients included; 42.8% males and 57.1% females in Kitagata Hospital; 45.1% males and 54.9% females in Comboni Hospital and 39.8% males and 60.3% females in Ishaka Adventist Hospital. Females aged 41-50 and 21-30 in Ishaka Adventist Hospital had an overall prevalence of 69.5% and 68.7%, followed by 68.4% and 64.8% from participants aged 41-50 and 21-30 in Kitagata Hospital. The highest P. falciparum prevalence among males less than 10 years old was 54.2% in Comboni and 52.4% in Kitagata. Overall malaria prevalence between January-December 2005 was highest (72.6%) in Ishaka; 34.4% in Kitagata and 22.3% in Comboni hospitals respectively. Malaria prevalence was significantly (p<0.01) dependent on age, sex, and season. Conclusion: In this retrospective study, P. falciparum pre-dominated (78.2%) malaria patients were treated with chloroquine, fansidar, and quinine. This may serve as a database for prospective evaluation of malaria prevalence in the same location. Socio-demographic and poor socio-economic status significantly (p<0.01) influenced malaria spread in Bushenyi. The cause of P. falciparum malaria persistence among the studied population despite treatment warrants further investigation. Keywords: Plasmodium falciparum, malaria patients, anti-malaria, Bushenyi,
Four-year health-point surveillance of Human gastrointestinal parasites among patients attending a clinic in Bushenyi, Uganda.
Authors:   Department of Medical Microbiology, Kampala International University, Western Campus. Box 71, Bushenyi district, Uganda., Agwu E , Tanayen G ,   Department of Medical Lab Sc. Kampala International University, Western Campus. Box 71, Bushenyi district, Uganda., Moazzam ML ,   Department of Public Health, Kampala International University, Western Campus Uganda
Published: May 2024

Background: Despite advances in disease diagnosis, parasitic infection remains a public health challenge especially in developing countries with limited resources. Objective: To determine the pattern of intestinal parasite prevalence in Bushenyi district Uganda. Material and Methods: Standard parasitological methods were used to analyze stool samples for intestinal parasites for four years. Eight hundred and seventy-nine [(402 males and 477 female)] out-patients stool samples collected for four years between 2009 and 2012 were analyzed. Chi-square test was used to test for statistical significance of the result obtained (α=0.05). Results: There was 15.9% overall parasite prevalence in this study. The observed annual relative prevalences were: 68.4% in, 2009, 9.4%in 2010, 17.9% in 2011, and 6.2% in 2012 among the studied population respectively. The emergence of 0.5% Strongiloides stecoralis in 2012 alone and the absence of parasites co-colonization from 2010 to 2012 deserve research attention. Females were more relatively vulnerable to parasitic infestation compared to their male counterparts. Parasites prevalence decrease by about 70% between the years 2009 and 2012, has malaria control policy implications. The age group 21-30 years had the highest parasite prevalence (20.0%) in this study. Conclusions: Pattern of parasites prevalence was significantly (p<0.05) dependent on age, year, and sex of participants. The observed downward trend in malaria spread between 2009 and 2012 has policy implications and prevalence (15.9%) of intestinal parasites may indicate the endemicity of associated diseases (anemia, dysentery, and diarrhea) in the Bushenyi District. Improved intervention is needed to reduce infection to the barest minimum KEYWORDS: Investigation, Prevalence, Helminthes, Protozoa, Flagellates, Uganda
Orhan Pamuk Literature in Japanese
Authors: Baykara Oğuz
Published: May 2024

This article gives an account of the paratexts of the Orhan Pamuk translations into Japanese between “2004-2024” and is based on my “descriptive and product-oriented” paratextual research on the Japanese translations of Pamuk literature (Oğuz Baykara, Orhan Pamuk Japoncada, Forum Tauri Press, İstanbul). This study has four basic aims: The first aim is to identify the paratexts of Pamuk Literature in Japanese and create a corpus. The second aim is to obtain empirical data from the Japanese paratexts inside the Orhan Pamuk translations (peritexts: such as the book cover, dust jacket, bands, introduction, preface, epilogue, etc.) and some paratexts outside the book (epitexts: such as translation-related articles, translation criticisms, promotional texts, etc.) and translate them into Turkish. The third aim is to present the translated empirical data to the readers in the form of texts, diagrams, tables, and statistical figures. The fourth and final aim is to determine the position of Orhan Pamuk Literature in the “Turkish Japanese Translation History” in the last 100 years and evaluate its contributions to the global visibility of Turkish Literature in the Japanese context.
Forging New Frontiers: Türkiye’s Economic Relations with the Asia-Pacific Region
Authors: Atlı Altay
Published: May 2024

Türkiye’s economic relations with the countries of the Asia-Pacific region have undergone significant evolution over the years, reflecting broader geopolitical shifts and economic transformations. From historical ties dating back to the Ottoman Empire’s engagements with East Asia to contemporary dynamics shaped by globalization and regional integration, the relationship between Türkiye and the Asia-Pacific countries holds immense significance in the context of Türkiye’s foreign policy objectives and economic development aspirations. This article aims to examine the multifaceted dimensions of Türkiye’s economic interactions with the Asia-Pacific region. By delving into the complexities of trade, investment, and strategic partnerships, this study seeks to offer insights into the evolving nature of Türkiye’s engagement with the dynamic economies of the Asia-Pacific and its implications for regional and global dynamics.
THE RELATIONSHIP OF HOPE WITH QUARTER LIFE CRISIS IN FINAL YEAR STUDENTS IN WEST SUMATRA
Authors: Dinda aisyah  , Rinaldi
Published: May 2024

This research aims to determine the relationship between hope and quarter life crisis in final year students in West Sumatra. Hope is the ability possessed by an individual to create a strategy in achieving a goal with the overall motivation he has to recognize the strategy chosen in achieving a goal. Meanwhile, the quarter life crisis is a process of high instability, drastic changes, too many choices and feelings of panic and helplessness. This phase appears in individuals aged 18 to 29 years. This research uses quantitative methods with a quantitative correlational research design. The population in this study were final year students in West Sumatra with a total of 195 students as subjects. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. The data collection tool uses the quarter life hope and crisis scale. Data analysis uses the product moment correlation coefficient. The results of the research show that there is a negative relationship between hope and the quarter life crisis in final year students in West Sumatra (r=-0.514: p=0.00). A significant negative relationship means that if an individual has high hopes then the level of quarter life crisis for the individual will be low, and if the level of quarter life crisis is high then the level of hope experienced by the individual will tend to be low.
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MINDFULNESS AND FEAR OF FAILURE IN STUDENTS WHO ARE WORKING ON A THESIS AT PADANG STATE UNIVERSITY
Authors: Wulandari Febri , Rinaldi
Published: May 2024

Fear of failure is an emotional reaction that causes fear when in a situation that might cause failure. The phenomenon of fear of failure can be related to mindfulness, where mindfulness can reduce fear of failure. This study aims to determine the relationship between mindfulness and fear of failure in students who are working on a thesis at Padang State University. This study uses a correlational quantitative research design. The targets of this study were students who were working on a thesis at Padang State University using proportional sampling technique totalling 236 people. The mindfulness measuring instrument in this study used The Kentucky Inventory of Mindfulness Skills (KIMS) and the fear of failure scale using the Performance Failure Appraisal Inventory (PFAI). Based on the data analysis that has been done, the correlation value is obtained r = -0.298 and p = 0.000 (p < 0.05), which indicates that there is a significant negative relationship between mindfulness and fear of failure of students who are working on their thesis at Padang State University.
WORK ENGAGEMENT PADA EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING DOSEN PERGURUAN TINGGI ISLAM NEGERI
Authors: Indah Asmara Putri  , Rahmi Tuti , Febriani Utari
Published: May 2024

This study aims to look at the contribution of work engagement to employee well-being for lecturers at state Islamic religious universities. This study uses a quantitative approach using survey methods. The data collection technique in this study was cluster sampling with a total of 112 lecturers at state Islamic universities in Indonesia. Methods of data analysis using simple regression with SPSS Statistics 20 for windows. Based on the results of the hypothesis test, the R square value was 0.260 and p = 0.000 (p < 0.05), so it can be concluded that work engagement contributes 26.0% to employee well-being of lecturers at state Islamic universities.
PERILAKU AGRESIF PENGENDARA MOTOR DI KOTA BUKITTINGGI DITINJAU DARI USIA DAN JENIS KELAMIN
Authors: Anggraini Mega Masyitha , Nurmina
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui adanya perbedaan perilaku agresif pengendara motor di kota Bukittinggi. Agresifitas merupakan konstrak pada penelitian ini. Pengendara dengan usia produktif masuk dalam usia milenial cenderung lebih agresif daripada usia dewasa karena memiliki kecenderungan pamerkan kemampuan namun tidak dibarengi dengan keahlian dalam berkendara yang baik dan benar. Perilaku mengemudi yang agresif sering dipandang sebagai pola perilaku sosial yang disfungsional yang menimbulkan berbagai risiko serius terhadap keselamatan. Penelitian ini dilakukan di kota Bukittinggi. Responden pada penelitian ini yaitu 153 orang pengendara motor di kota Bukittinggi. Menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan rancangan penelitian komparatif. Analisis data dilakukan dengan analisis kompratif dengan bantuan program SPSS 20.0 for windows. Hasil analisis menunjukan bahwa nilai signifikansi dalam penelitian ini didapatkan sebesar 0.000<0,05 (p<0,05), yang berarti H1 diterima sedangkan H0 ditolak. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah terdapat perbedaan perilaku agresif pengendara motor di Kota Bukitinggi ditinjau dari jenis kelamin.
THE EFFECT OF SHOPPING ORIENTATION ON THRIFT CLOTHING PURCHASING DECISIONS IN PADANG STATE UNIVERSITY STUDENT
Authors: Rahmadani Auwiya , Nurmina
Published: May 2024

Thrifts are used goods, both local and imported, that are in a condition suitable for use. Examples of thrift goods that are widely bought and sold are clothes, shoes, bags, electronics or other antique objects. Shopping orientation and purchasing decisions are two of the many factors in purchasing thrift goods. This research aims to see the influence of shopping orientation on the decision to purchase thrift clothing among Padang State University students. This research uses a correlational quantitative design. The sampling technique used was an accidental technique with a population of Padang State University students. The sample in this study amounted to 255 people. Data were analyzed using simple linear regression analysis. The research results show that there is an influence of shopping orientation on the decision to purchase thrift clothing among Padang State University students. It is known that the value of F = 5.956 with a significance level of 0.015 < 0.05. The correlation value (R) is 0.152 and the coefficient of determination (R Square) is 0.023, which means the influence of shopping orientation on purchasing decisions is 2.3%.
Uji Presisi Pada Preparasi Sampel Batubara Metode ASTM (American Society for Testing and Material)
Authors: Triana Prihatin  , M. Diva Pratama
Published: May 2024

Presisi merupakan indikator seberapa mendekatnya serangkaian pengukuran satu terhadap yang lain. Presisi juga dapat diartikan sebagai level keberagaman yang terletak pada nilai beberapa pengukuran dari faktor yang sama. Sementara itu, preparasi sampel batubara adalah proses pengecilan ukuran dari ukurang gross sampel (± 50 mm) menjadi ukuran yang lebih kecil menjadi ukuran Jaw Crusher (±13mm), Hammer Mill (±4,75mm), dan Cross Beater Mill (±0,250 mm). Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk memahami mengapa dilakukan pengujian presisi pada preparasi sampel batubara dan dapat mengetahui bagaimana cara menghitung nilai presisi pada preparasi batubara dengan metode ASTM (American Society for Testing and Material). Salah satu caranya adalah dengan mengambil nilai S­DA2 (variasi dalam satu sampel) dan S02 (variasi dalam satu increment), mencari nilai volatile matter, dan kemudian dibandingkan antara S­DA2 dan S02. Perhitungan nilai presisi dilakukan dengan dua perhitungan nilai penting yaitu SDA2 dan S02 dimana dengan nilai SDA2 tidak boleh lebih 20% dari nilai S02. Pada sampel yang telah diuji didapatkan nilai SDA2 = 0,2902 dan  14,8580 dimana 20% dari nilai S02 = 2,97. Dengan demikian, dapat disimpulkan preparasi batubara pada penelitian ini telah dilakukan dengan baik.
Rancang Bangun Cabin Indication Annunciator System Belt Wagon 301 Di Pt. Bukit Asam, Tbk Berbasis Human Machine Interface Dengan Mini Plc Logo! Siemens
Authors: Apriansyah Zulatama  , Sarmidi Sarmidi  , Diyo Pangestu
Published: May 2024

Perkembangan zaman yang begitu pesat selalu beriringan dengan perkembangan dan kemajuan teknologi. Khususnya kemajuan teknologi dibidang industri yang begitu cepat hingga sudah sampai pada titik revolusi industri 4.0. Salah satu contoh kemajuan teknologi yang harus terus di kembangkan yaitu kemajuan teknologi pada cabin indication annunciator system BW (Belt Wagon) 301 di PT. Bukit Asam, Tbk. Belt wagon digunakan untuk memperpanjang jangkauan BWE (Bucket Wheel Excavator), untuk dapat mengirim dan meneruskan bahan galian (material) baik tanah maupun batubara ke hopper car di CRC (Cable Reel Car). Cabin indication annunciator system merupakan alat yang dapat memonitoring setiap pergerakan ataupun indikasi pada komponen-komponen belt wagon yang ditampilkan pada sebuah papan indikasi mozaik. Pada saat ini, cabin indication annunciator system masih dijalankan secara konvensional. Dimana, alat kontrol yang digunakan pada sistem ini adalah modulator light signal dan sebagai penampilan informasi indikasi menggunakan papan mozaik yang didalamnya terdapat bohlam dan lampu LED. Perlunya pembaharuan pada alat cabin indication annunciator system dikarenakan oleh perawatan yang begitu rumit terutama pada papan indikasi dan modulator light signal yang saat ini sudah tidak diproduksi lagi sehingga persediaan suku cadang yang sudah mulai habis.
Pengaruh Penggunaan Chemical Poly Alumunium Chloride (PAC) dan Polyacrylamide (PAM) terhadap Proses Penjernihan Air di Purifier PLTU Tanjung Enim PT. BEST 3 x 10 MW
Authors: Abdul Ghony Muhammad , Jessika  , Hariyadi Asful
Published: May 2024

Proses penjernihan air di Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Uap (PLTU) adalah langkah kritis untuk memastikan operasi yang efisien dan ramah lingkungan. Proses ini dimulai di Water Treatment Plant (WTP) dengan tahap awal di purifier water tank. Pada tahap ini, bahan kimia seperti Poly Aluminium Chloride (PAC) dan Polyacrylamide (PAM) sering digunakan untuk mengatasi kekeruhan dan memurnikan air. Namun, penggunaan PAC dan PAM dalam penjernihan air di PLTU tidak selalu mengikuti standar tetap operasional. Operator di lapangan sering menginjeksikan larutan berdasarkan pengamatan visual terhadap kondisi air sungai saat itu. Penggunaan yang tidak optimal atau dosis yang tidak tepat dapat menimbulkan efek samping, seperti pH air yang menjadi asam akibat penggunaan PAC yang berlebihan. Oleh karena itu, metode koagulasi-flokulasi diterapkan untuk proses penjernihan, menggunakan alat hot plate magnetic stirrer. Penelitian menunjukkan pengaruh penggunaan PAC dan PAM terhadap nilai pH dan kekeruhan (turbidity) air di purifier water tank serta dampak dari dosis yang digunakan.
Analisis Faktor Penurunan Kualitas Batubara Mine Brand BB-53 Pada Stockpile 3 dan Train Loading Station 3 Menuju Pelabuhan Tarahan dan Dermaga Kertapati PT. Bukit Asam, Tbk
Authors: Putra Putra  , Ilka Fajar Alief  , Mirza Adiwarman
Published: May 2024

PT. Bukit Asam, Tbk. merupakan salah satu Badan Usaha Milik Negara (BUMN) yang bergerak dibidang pertambangan batubara yang memiliki berbagai jenis batubara, salah satunya adalah batubara jenis BB-53 dengan sistem penambangan open pit (sistem penambangan terbuka) sehingga kualitas batubara dapat dipengaruhi oleh lingkungan sekitar. Parameter kualitas ditentukan oleh kadar Total Moisture, kadar Inhrent Moisture, kadar Ash, dan kadar Gross Calorie Value. Batubara yang dikeluarkan di tumpuk pada stockpile dan kemudian dikirim ke gerbong kereta api. Oleh karena itu dibutuhkan monitoring kulitas di setiap rangkaian penanganan dan angkutan batubara, contohnya di stockpile dan di gerbong kereta api, untuk menghitung signifikan perbedaan atau penurunan kualitas batubara. Perhitungan dengan cara membandingkan data sekunder analisa kulitas pada stockpile dan gerbong kereta api menuju pelabuhan tarahan dan dermaga kertapati, kandungan atau parameter batubara yang mengalami perbedaan signifikan dan berpengaruh terhadap kandungan atau parameter Gross Calorie Value adalah Total Moisture 3,25% Ar, Inherent Moisture 0,28% Adb, Ash Content Adb 1,72% Adb, Ash Content 1,40% Ar, berpengaruh pada penurunan nilai kalori sebesar 259 kcal/kgAdb, dan 438 kcal/kgAr pada pelabuhan tarahan. Kemudian pada dermaga kertapati Total Moisture 3,45% Ar, Inherent Moisture 1,16% Adb, Ash Content Adb 0,48% Adb, Ash Content Ar 0,38%Ar, berpengaruh pada penurunan nilai kalori sebesar 182 kcal/kgAdb, dan 182 kcal/kgAdb. Untuk menjaga kulitas pada batubara perlu dilakukan management stockpile meliputi sampling, blending dan pengontrolan water spray
Impacto del desarrollo tecnológico en los servicios de laboratorio clínico
Authors: Aquieta Masapanta Diana Gabriela , Guangasig Toapanta Víctor Hernán
Published: May 2024

El avance tecnológico en los últimos años ha transformado significativamente los servicios de laboratorio clínico, perfeccionando la calidad, eficacia y exactitud de los resultados. Los laboratorios clínicos son esenciales en la atención médica, facilitando información valiosa para los médicos. La automatización libera recursos y tiempo que pueden ser dedicados a tareas más especializadas, como el análisis e interpretación de resultados, lo que permite a los profesionales de laboratorio prestar un servicio con mayor precisión. No obstante, la implementación de la automatización debe ser cuidadosamente planificada, considerando factores como los costos, la capacitación del personal y la disponibilidad de tecnologías adecuadas. Además, es significativo reconocer que la automatización no es aplicable en todos los escenarios y que su introducción debe ser evaluada rigurosamente. Por otra parte, los laboratorios clínicos deben mantenerse actualizados y mejorar sus métodos a medida que progresa la tecnología, aprovechando las oportunidades que brinda la automatización para optimizar la eficacia operativa y los estándares de calidad. Se propone que los programas educativos se renueven para incluir el manejo de nuevos equipos tecnológicos en la formación de los profesionales de la salud.
The Double-Edged Sword: Benefits and Challenges that Artificial Intelligence Tools can Bring to EFL Teaching and Learning
Authors: Campoverde-Quezada Diana Alexandra , Valdiviezo-Ramírez Esteban Arnoldo
Published: May 2024

AI tools are applications or programs that simulate human intelligence to assist people in automating tasks or solving problems. Thereby, they can be beneficial in EFL classes. Nonetheless, they could also present limitations that should be known in order to use them wisely. Considering this, the present qualitative review aims at reporting on the impacts of AI tools on EFL teaching and learning. More specifically, it seeks to shed light on the benefits and potential challenges associated with their use, according to the literature. The results of benefits of AI for teachers indicated that the highest volume of supporting articles was for the subcategory Teachers’ Experience and that Improved Skills and Accessibility had the lowest number of works. For learners, Students’ Experience and Improved Skills received more support and Digital Knowledge and Openness to Technology had the fewest studies. Regarding challenges of AI for educators, Implementation Challenges had the highest number of articles and Ethical Concerns and Quality received the lowest research coverage. In the case of learners, Quality and Implementation Challenges were principally supported and Lack of Variety and Personalized Learning had the fewest works. Lastly, what these results suggest for teaching and learning is further discussed.
Social Empowerment of Women
Authors: Muhammad Lamia
Published: May 2024

The aim of the current study is to shed light on the empowerment of women in human society and to move away from the marginalization of women in society because women are half of society, in addition to the fact that women have duties and also have rights, and that empowering women must be based on the reality of society, its values, and its requirements so that the empowerment of women is not a burden. Society, on the contrary, must be a pillar for the development of society, and empowerment must be in line with the Islamic religion and Arab values and customs. The current research sheds light on indicators of women's social empowerment, criteria for women's social empowerment, levels of women's social empowerment, and theories explaining women's empowerment.
Content Analysis Approach Its characteristics, advantages and uses Its advantages and disadvantages
Authors: Atiya Ali
Published: May 2024

This approach, despite its lack of publicity and is currently widespread in the field of social research, is considered one of the most appropriate means of analysis for the nature of the research material in itself, which is the human being on the one hand, and the subject of research in its essence, and it mostly deals with moral, family, or ideological affairs, or interacting and complex phenomena on the other hand, It differs from other methods and manner in two main ways ; first is that the data that this approach focuses on are the words and symbols that make up the content of communication, unlike ethnographic reports or other digital and statistical data, as it includes, for example, speeches, letters, books, conversations, television or radio programs, and second is the procedures used in his studies, it differs from the procedures of historical research or literary criticism in that it seeks to be accurate and precise in order to reduce the possibilities of error and distinction, and follows a clear organized plan for data processing, classification and quantitative expression in order to measure the studied concepts and examine the interrelationships. and differs In contrast to ethnographic reports or other numerical and statistical data, it includes, for example, letters, messages, books, conversations, television or radio programs, and the second is the procedures used in His studies differ from the procedures of historical research or literary criticism in that they seek to be accurate and precise so as to reduce the possibilities of error and distinction and follow a clear organized plan for data processing, classification and quantitative expression in order to measure the studied concepts and examine the interrelationships.
INVESTIGATING HOW FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT MIGHT SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND CORPORATE PRACTICES; THEMATIC ANALYSIS
Authors:   American International Theism University, Ullah Misbah , Elshamy Ehab ,   American International Theism University, Usmani Muhammad Zubair ,   American International Theism University
Published: May 2024

Background: Recently, industries have become more prone to incorporate societal expectations into their business strategy. Moreover, sustainable business practices and development frequently involve adopting successful financial management. Financial management serves as a direction that affects organizational development overall. High-quality financial management is essential to ensuring the overall organization's growth and financial stability, especially when benefiting from substantial expenditures. Aim: This article investigates how financial management may support the growth and adoption of sustainable corporate practices. Methodology: The research is based on a thematic analysis of resources from different researchers in order to confirm that suitable financial management practices are essential to improve productive capacity while managing potential financial risks. Results: According to the study's outcomes,businesses that are implementing sustainable practices under the influence of sustainable investment pressure, employee pressure, organizational management pressure, and regulatory pressure are more likely to see an improvement in their financial productivity. Hence, in order to achieve sustainability within a business, the process must be ingrained throughout every level of organizational support, from senior executives to entry-level employees. Conclusion: This research has shown that an organization must address financial management responsibly and ensure that its abilities are appropriate. The research has also shown how important sustainability problems are in determining financial outcomes and what drives value. In conclusion, financial management is essential for encouraging sustainable business practices and growth. Keywords: Business Development, Financial Management, Financial Risks, Sustainable Business Practices, Thematic Analysis
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Reporting in Pakistan: Insights from Stakeholder Perspectives
Authors:   Founder Iqbal Academy of Educational Excellence, Sultana Zehara , Ahmad Sharjeel ,   University of Karachi, Imran Muhammad ,   SZABIST
Published: May 2024

Background: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) reporting has become a de facto in business law. Previous studies on CSR reporting only focused on the context of developed countries however in new research CSR reporting on developing countries has also started to garner attention. Research Aim: This study aims to explore the perspectives of the stakeholders of Pakistan on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) reporting. Methodology: This study used a qualitative research approach to explore the perspectives of the stakeholders. The data was collected by interviewing a diverse group of stakeholders in Pakistan. The research employed a thematic analysis for patterning the interview questions. The interviews were done with ethical consideration and with the consent of each of the participants and reporting was on par with the ethical standards for interview design. Results: The outcomes of the study give a meticulous understanding of aspects of CSR in Pakistan and could lead the researchers, policymakers and organizations to improve CSR reporting and practices in the country. Through the perspectives of diverse groups of stakeholders, insights into the complications of CSR reporting were revealed. Conclusion: This study has highlighted the evolving nature of CSR reporting, the institutional factor, the stakeholder’s growing role and the challenges that organizations have faced