bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A comparison of valuation methods for cultural ecosystem services in support of ecosystem accounting
Authors: Bronzes Anna , Hein Lars , Groeneveld Rolf , Pulatov Alim
Published: January 2025

Assigning an economic value to cultural ecosystem services is important to promote their sustainable and rational use. Valuation of such services requires a non-market approach as they are not traded on markets and, thus, have no directly observable market price. The System of Environmental-Economic Accounting – Ecosystem Accounting (SEEA-EA) aims to develop a systematic approach to value ecosystem services aligned with the valuation approach of the national accounts. However, valuing cultural services in SEEA-EA is challenging and different approaches have been developed. In this study, we compare four prominent approaches for valuing cultural ecosystem services: resource rent, travel cost method, simulated exchange value and consumer expenditure. We test and compare these methods in a case study of Ugam Chatkal State Nature National Park in Uzbekistan and examine to what degree the methods are aligned with accounting valuation principles. We note that the methods assess value in a different way and, accordingly, we find considerable differences amongst approaches in recreational value: values ranged between US$1.62M and US$65.19M annually. The lowest value was provided by the resource rent approach and the highest value by the travel cost method including consumer surplus. This latter method is not aligned with SEEA-EA accounting; however, even the three methods that are aligned with accounting principles provide quite different value estimates. The two other approaches, simulated exchange value and consumer expenditure, provided an annual value of US$24.46M and US$13.5M, respectively. We find that a resource rent method is likely to underestimate the 'true' value of the service when used for accounting and that the simulated exchange value method seems to be best aligned with the valuation needs for cultural services for SEEA-EA.
Bertiera acutiflora (Rubiaceae, Bertiereae), a new combination based on the overlooked Psychotria acutiflora
Authors: Berger Andreas
Published: January 2025

Psychotria acutiflora was described in 1830 by de Candolle in his Prodromus, and was based on a single collection by Thaddäus Haenke from near Guayaquil, Ecuador. Although the identity of the name has never been studied since its original publication, it is currently treated as a species endemic to Ecuador. It is shown here that the type of the name belongs to Bertiera procumbens, which was described much later. Therefore, the new combination Bertiera acutiflora is provided here for the Columbian and Ecuadorian endemic and a lectotype is designated for the name.
Article 8. L’objectivité scientifique à l’heure de la post-vérité
Authors: Jodoin Laurent
Published: January 2025

L’objectivité permettrait d’assurer la supériorité de la science par rapport à d’autres modes de connaissance. Elle doit donc être défendue, surtout en cette « ère de post-vérité » où les « faits alternatifs » remplacent les faits avérés, en politique comme ailleurs. Or les attaques proviennent autant de l’extérieur que de l’intérieur de la sphère philosophique. Il convient donc de tenter d’opérer la réconciliation la plus large possible avec deux représentants de clans (très) opposés, Mario Bunge et Bruno Latour. Réinvestissant les grandes conceptions de la notion d’objectivité, je propose ici trois chantiers pour cette réconciliation : la mise au rancart des conceptions naïves et parfois insincères de la science, la réévaluation des contextes de découverte et de justification, et celle de la distinction faits-valeurs.
An improved family of unbiased ratio estimators for a population distribution function
Authors: Ahmad Sohail , Qureshi Moiz , Iftikhar Hasnain , Rodrigues Paulo Canas , Rehman Mohd Ziaur
Published: January 2025

This study discusses a novel family of unbiased ratio estimators using the Hartley-Ross (HR) method. The estimators are designed to estimate the population distribution function (PDF) in the context of simple random sampling with non-response. To assess their performance, expressions for variance are obtained up to the initial (first) approximation order. The efficiency of the proposed estimators is evaluated analytically and numerically compared to existing estimators. In addition, the accuracy of the estimators is assessed using four real-world datasets and a simulation analysis. The proposed estimator demonstrates exceptional performance for the distribution function under simple random sampling, achieving percentage relative efficiencies of 272.052,301.279,214.1214, and 280.9528 across four distinct populations, significantly outperforming existing estimators. For the distribution function under non-response using different weights, the proposed estimator exhibits remarkable efficiency, with percentage relative efficiencies of $ w_1 $ = 339.7875, $ w_2 $ = 334.6623, $ w_3 $ = 337.7393 in Population 1, $ w_1 $ = 257.0119, $ w_2 $ = 274.7351, $ w_3 $ = 316.0341 in Population 2, $ w_1 $ = 231.8627, $ w_2 $ = 223.0608, $ w_3 $ = 219.9059 in Population 3, and $ w_1 $ = 261.3122, $ w_2 $ = 242.7319, $ w_3 $ = 240.0694 in Population 4, validating its robustness and superiority.
Un jeu sérieux dans un cours universitaire de FLE : analyse de l’implication des étudiants
Authors: Loizidou Dora , Mangenot François
Published: January 2025

Cet article a pour objet l’intégration d’un jeu sérieux dans un cours universitaire de FLE (Français langue étrangère) hybride. Ce jeu, Enterre-moi mon amour, est une fiction interactive qui a pour cadre la guerre en Syrie et la crise des réfugiés. Il offre aux joueurs une expérience interactive et immersive où leurs choix ont un impact significatif sur le déroulement de l’histoire. Chaque choix mène à une situation différente, et le lecteur/joueur est ainsi responsable du déroulement et de l’issue de l’histoire. Partant de la prémisse que l’immersion dans des situations émotionnelles, réelles ou fictives, favorise l’apprentissage d’une langue, nous examinons dans cette étude comment et jusqu’à quel point les étudiants s’impliquent dans le jeu. Nous avons procédé à une analyse de contenu appliquée à des productions écrites réflexives des étudiants afin de tester l’hypothèse d’un engagement fort, mais d’une nature différente selon les étudiants.
«Our own Early History...» Historiadoras pioneras del hispanismo en Estados Unidos
Authors: Hernández Bernat
Published: January 2025

Biografías, contexto social y profesional de las primeras investigadoras norteamericanas dedicadas a la historia moderna de España e Hispanoamérica. Se estudian los casos de Emma Helen Blair (1851-1911), Alice Bache Gould (1868-1953), Fanny Ritter Bandelier (1869-1936), Mary Wilhelmine Williams (1878-1944), Irene Aloha Wright (1879-1972) y Lillian Estelle Fisher (1891-1988).
Mathilde Pomès, poète et hispaniste au service de la traduction
Authors: Atalaya Irene
Published: January 2025

Longtemps méprisées, les études de traduction occupent désormais une place importante dans l’histoire de la littérature. Également dénigrées, les femmes écrivaines et traductrices commencent à sortir de l’ombre dans les études littéraires. Dans cet article, nous analysons le travail de Mathilde Pomès (1886-1977), femme de lettres, hispaniste, traductrice, poète et première femme agrégée d’espagnol en 1916. Du point de vue de la réception, nous étudions le rôle joué par Pomès en tant que passeuse d’une culture et d’une littérature qu’elle chérissait tant. Son travail a été fondamental pour la connaissance de la littérature espagnole en France à son époque. Nous nous penchons sur les relations d’amitié qu’elle a entretenues avec les auteurs qu’elle traduisait pour comprendre ses choix et ses motivations. Ainsi, au travers de cette étude d’une femme de lettres exceptionnelle, nous souhaitons apporter une modeste contribution aux études féministes de l’histoire de la traduction.
Characterization of Cellulose Bio-Foam (CBF) Derived from Bamboo
Authors: Mhd Ramle Sitti Fatimah Binti , Mohd Zawawi Mohammad Aiman Bin , Abdul Hamid Zubaidah Aimi Binti , Mohamed Tamat Nur Sakinah Bt , Ameram Nadiah Bte
Published: January 2025

Synthetic foam will negatively impact the environment and living beings. To solve this issue, synthetic materials may be substituted with more eco-friendly materials, such as foam derived from bamboo. The structure of bamboo and the substances inside make it highly useful for various applications. This research produced a biodegradable foam from the difference in weight fraction of cellulose derived from bamboo. The Kraft pulping process has been used to remove lignin and to get cellulose from bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris). The foam substance was produced by combining starch and cellulose derived from bamboo with chemical ingredients such as sodium chloride, sodium dodecyl sulfate, glycerin, and sodium hydrogen carbonate. Cellulose bio-foam (CBF) derived from bamboo were characterized by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Energy-Dispersive X-ray (EDX). Scanning electron microscopy is a powerful technique that allows for evaluating surface morphological changes. When SEM is combined with the EDX technique, it can provide valuable input in determining the distribution of various elements on the surface. The results of SEM - EDX spectra have shown that essential elements like Carbon (C), Oxygen (O), Sodium (Na) and Chlorine (Cl) were present in the cellulose bio foam (CBF). These findings indicate that cellulose bio foams (CBF) derived from bamboo have the potential to be used in a wide range of commercial applications in substitution of synthetic foam materials.
A Study on the Potential of Local Silica Sand for the Production of Coloured Glass
Authors: Othman Nabihah , Mustaffar Mohd Idham , Ismail Syarifah Aminah , Ibrahim Mohd Hakim
Published: January 2025

There are abundant silica sand resources in Malaysia, however many have not yet been fully discovered. The primary component used in the production of glass is silica sand. The objective of this research was to determine whether local silica sand might be used to make coloured glass. The chemical composition and mineralogy of silica sand were determined using X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and X-ray diffraction (XRD), respectively. The physical properties such as particle size distribution were determined by using a mechanical shaker whereas grain morphology was identified by using a digital microscope. Additional equally significant properties such as moisture content, clay content, pH value and the specific gravity of silica sand were also measured by using standard laboratory testing method. The obtained results were compared to Malaysian Standard MS 701:2017, the standard specification for the production of coloured glass. From XRF analysis, the silica sand contained silicon dioxide at a concentration of 97.84%, alumina at 0.56%, iron oxide at 0.12% as well as several other oxides at around 1.5%. XRD diffractogram also revealed that quartz is a major constituent having the highest peaks at about 26.7° with an intensity of 13,7786. More than 95% of the particle sizes of the silica sand are in the size range from 150 µm to 1000 µm and in the category of fine sand and coarse sand. The grain shape was determined to be angular, and the silica sand had a moisture content of 2.54%, a clay content of 7.80%, a pH value of 5.93, and a specific gravity of 2.63. Based on the chemical and physical properties, it appears that this particular silica sand satisfies the standard requirements for coloured glass production.
Non-Destructive Evaluation of Friction Stir Welded Thin Zn-Coated Metal Sheets with Lap-Joint Configuration
Authors: Syahman Shaik , Sharif Safian , Faridh Mohd Ahmad Zaharuddin , Awang Mokhtar
Published: January 2025

Friction stir welding (FSW) can be classified as a new non-fusion welding technique if compared to other conventional welding techniques. In this study, a thin Zn-coated metal sheet was welded using the FSW technique with a lap-joint configuration. The weld joint was inspected using non-destructive testing (NDT) methods to determine the quality of the weld produced. There are two main parameters used in the experiment, which are rotational speed [RPM] and traverse [mm/min]. The design of the welding experiment is carried out using the surface response technique with the circumscribe central composite design method. This experiment was conducted using two factors and two levels of design of the experiment setup. All the samples are successfully welded and examined by visual inspection and radiographic testing (RT) to identify defects in the weld. Welding defects are plotted into the graph to assist in the process of analyzing the trend of defects. Several defects have been discovered such as flash formation, thinning material, through-hole, and high-density solid inclusion during the experiment. As a result of the study, it is possible to make a preliminary overview of the appropriate parameters used for FSW of thin Zn-coated metal sheets. In addition, welding defect information from the NDT inspection can assist in the process of preparing specimens for destructive tests.
Surficial geology, Swan Lake, Northwest Territories, NTS 85-C/1, 2, 7, and 8
Authors: Smith I. R. , Paulen R. C. , Hagedorn G. W.
Published: January 2025

Cette région cartographique s’étend en grande partie au terrain plat des plaines de la taïga et longe les versants nord-est des collines Cameron. La région est recoupée par la rivière Hay, qui s’écoule vers le nord à travers une plate-forme carbonatée du Dévonien marquée d’entailles peu profondes (<15 m). L’Inlandsis laurentidien du Wisconsinien supérieur a recouvert la région, s’écoulant vers le sud-ouest à travers la région cartographique. La présence de moraines en échelons et d’entités d’érosion et de sédimentation liées à l’eau de fonte atteste de la déglaciation qui s’est manifestée par la séparation progressive des marges glaciaires le long de la vallée de la rivière Hay. Cette phase tardiglaciaire a comporté un écoulement glaciaire vers le nord dans la partie sud-ouest de la carte, comme l’indiquent les moraines latérales d’altitude décroissante vers le nord le long du flanc oriental inférieur des collines Cameron, ainsi que des entités juxtaglaciaires liées à l’eau de fonte qui rendent compte du retrait progressif de la glace vers l’est. L’écoulement vers le nord des eaux du Lac glaciaire de la Paix, endigué par la glace, à travers le déversoir de la rivière Meander, en Alberta, a probablement contribué à la formation de l’imposant déversoir du lac Swan à l’extrémité sud de la carte. La région cartographique est largement recouverte de dépôts de tourbières ombrotrophes et minérotrophes (65,8 % de la superficie de la région cartographique), et des terrains thermokarstiques y sont répandus.
Alpiniae oxyphyllae Fructus ameliorates renal lipid accumulation in diabetic kidney disease via activating PPARα
Authors: Yan Zi-Jie , Zhang Lin , Han Xin-Yao , Kang Yu , Liu Shu-Man , Ma Tian-Peng , Xiao Man , Xie Yi-Qiang
Published: January 2025

Objective:

To investigate the effects of Alpiniae oxyphyllae Fructus (AOF) on renal lipid deposition in diabetic kidney disease (DKD) and elucidate its molecular mechanisms.

Methods:

The mechanism of AOF in treating DKD was explored by network pharmacological enrichment analysis, molecular docking, and molecular dynamics simulation. The effects of AOF on renal function and lipid deposition were assessed in a mouse model of DKD and high glucose-stressed HK-2 cells. Cell viability and lipid accumulation were detected by CCK8 and oil red O staining. The expressions of PPARα and fatty acid oxidation-related genes (ACOX1 and CPT1A) were detected by quantitative RT-PCR, Western blot, and immunofluorescence. Furthermore, PPARα knockdown was performed to examine the molecular mechanism of AOF in treating DKD.

Results:

Network pharmacological enrichment analysis, molecular docking, and molecular dynamics simulation showed that the active compounds in AOF targeted PPARα and thus transcriptionally regulated ACOX1 and CPT1A. AOF lowered blood glucose, improved dyslipidemia, and attenuated renal injury in DKD mice. AOF-containing serum accentuated high glucose-induced decrease in cell viability and ameliorated lipid accumulation. Additionally, it significantly upregulated the expression of PPARα, ACOX1, and CPT1A in both in vivo and in vitro experiments, which was reversed by PPARα knockdown.

Conclusions:

AOF may promote fatty acid oxidation via PPARα to ameliorate renal lipid deposition in DKD.
Development of the Marathi Version of the Quebec Back Pain Disability Scale: A Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Validation in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain
Authors: Walankar Prachita Pravin , Panhale Vrushali P. , Kadam Soniya
Published: January 2025

Background:

The Quebec Back Pain Disability Scale (QBPDS) is a more commonly used measure to assess the disability in low back pain (LBP) patients. It is important to administer patient-reported outcomes in the patient’s native language to enhance successful outcomes.

The objective of this study was to translate, culturally adapt, and validate QBPDS into Marathi language and establish psychometric properties in chronic LBP patients.

A prospective, cross-sectional study was conducted in a tertiary health care center.

Materials and Methods:

The QBPDS was translated and culturally adapted into Marathi (QBPDS-M) following standardized guidelines. A total of 75 chronic low back patients participated in the study. The construct validity of QBPDS-M was evaluated using exploratory factor analysis. Convergent validity was assessed using the Pearson correlation analysis between the QBPDS-M and Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire (RMDQ) and the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS). Internal consistency and test–retest reliability was computed using Cronbach’s alpha and intra-class correlation coefficient (ICC), respectively.

Results:

Construct validity was established revealing the 6-factor structure of QBPDS-M with 60.62% of the total variance. Content validity was confirmed with no floor or ceiling effects. Convergent validity showed a moderate correlation with RMDQ (r = 0.68 and P = 0.000) and NPRS (r = 0.345 and P = 0.002). The QBPDS-M demonstrated excellent internal consistency (Cronbach’s α = 0.893) and good test–retest reliability (ICC2,1 = 0.862).

Conclusion:

Psychometric analysis of QBPDS-M demonstrated satisfactory construct validity, internal consistency, and test–retest reliability. It can be utilized for clinical and research purposes to assess the functional disability in Marathi-speaking chronic LBP patients.
Functional abnormalities of the glymphatic system in cognitive disorders
Authors: Shentu Wuyue , Kong Qi , Zhang Yier , Li Wenyao , Chen Qiulu , Yan Sicheng , Wang Junjun , Lai Qilun , Xu Qi , Qiao Song
Published: January 2025

Various pathological mechanisms represent distinct therapeutic targets for cognitive disorders, but a balance between clearance and production is essential for maintaining the stability of the brain’s internal environment. Thus, the glymphatic system may represent a common pathway by which to address cognitive disorders. Using the established model of the glymphatic system as our foundation, this review disentangles and analyzes the components of its clearance mechanism, including the initial inflow of cerebrospinal fluid, the mixing of cerebrospinal fluid with interstitial fluid, and the outflow of the mixed fluid and the clearance. Each section summarizes evidence from experimental animal models and human studies, highlighting the normal physiological properties of key structures alongside their pathological manifestations in cognitive disorders. The same pathologic manifestations of different cognitive disorders appearing in the glymphatic system and the same upstream influences are main points of interest of this review. We conclude this article by discussing new findings and outlining the limitations identified in current research progress.
Stromal vascular fraction: Mechanisms and application in reproductive disorders
Authors: Liu Zhi-Han , Xie Qi-Qi , Huang Jia-Lyu
Published: January 2025

Stromal vascular fraction (SVF) is a complex mixture derived from adipose tissue, consisting of a variety of cells. Due to its potential for tissue repair, immunomodulation, and support of angiogenesis, SVF represents a promising frontier in regenerative medicine and offers potential therapy for a range of disease conditions. In this article, we delve into the mechanisms through which SVF exerts its effects and explore its potential applications in treating both male and female reproductive disorders, including erectile dysfunction, testicular injury, stress urinary incontinence and intrauterine adhesion.
Advances in human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells-derived extracellular vesicles and biomaterial assemblies for endometrial injury treatment
Authors: Zhang Wan-Yu , Wang Han-Bi , Deng Cheng-Yan
Published: January 2025

Endometrial injury caused by repeated uterine procedures, infections, inflammation, or uterine artery dysfunction can deplete endometrial stem/progenitor cells and impair regeneration, thereby diminishing endometrial receptivity and evidently lowering the live birth, clinical pregnancy, and embryo implantation rates. Currently, safe and effective clinical treatment methods or gene-targeted therapies are unavailable, especially for severe endometrial injury. Umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells and their extracellular vesicles are characterized by their simple collection, rapid proliferation, low immunogenicity, and tumorigenicity, along with their involvement in regulating angiogenesis, immune response, cell apoptosis and proliferation, inflammatory response, and fibrosis, Therefore, these cells and vesicles hold broad potential for application in endometrial repair. This article reviewed recent research on human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells as well as their extracellular vesicles in repairing endometrial injury.
Penegakkan Hukum Angkutan Umum Dalam Trayek di Wilayah Administrasi Kota Jambi
Authors: Imam Budy Prastiyo
Published: January 2025

Law Number 22 of 2009 on Traffic and Road Transportation establishes safety, security, comfort, and affordability standards for public transportation in Indonesia. There are 5,349 transportation companies operating. In 2021, long-distance buses (AKAP) reached 13,510 units, with a 2.34% increase. Violations in public transportation operations still occur, such as the lack of operating permits, supervision cards, vehicle inspection books, and route deviations. There were 4,266 violations involving buses in 2021. This legal study is an empirical research that analyzes how the law operates within society, including implementation, compliance, and law enforcement. Research data were obtained from BPTD Jambi reports and legal literature, using a qualitative descriptive analysis method. This research discusses transportation implementation provisions, law enforcement, legal accountability, and efforts to optimize public transportation laws. In the administrative area of Jambi city in 2022, 14 transportation units (27%) violated operational legality aspects. Legal consequences for these violations are regulated in Law 22/2009 with criminal provisions. Thus, efforts are needed to enhance the effectiveness of public transportation law enforcement.
Use of Aromatherapy in the Perinatal Period
Authors: Kanarya Tuğba , Elkoca Ayse
Published: January 2025

The entire process of pregnancy, birth and postpartum falls within the perinatal period. The perinatal period is a process that must be closely monitored in order to protect and ensure the continuity of the health of the woman and her baby. Many physiological, anatomical and emotional changes occur in the woman during pregnancy and birth. These changes can negatively affect the woman's health and reduce her quality of life. In order to cope with these changes and increase her quality of life, women may prefer non-pharmacological applications instead of pharmacological applications due to the thought of harming their baby and themselves. One of the non-pharmacological methods that can be used in the perinatal process is aromatherapy. Aromatherapy reduces the woman's fatigue and stress levels, allows her to relax and have a more positive experience. The purpose of this review is to examine the use of aromatherapy in the perinatal period and present it in line with the literature.
Differential Diagnosis of Schistosomiasis: Future Approaches, Limitations and Challenges
Authors: M Alajmi Fatemah Enad
Published: January 2025

Background: Schistosomiasis, recognized as the second most detrimental parasitic disease in tropical regions, has considerable public health implications in areas where it is endemic. Numerous disease control strategies, especially mass drug administration (MDA) implemented through school-based or community-wide initiatives, have an important impact in decreasing infection transmission rates among high-risk populations. However, one of the primary barriers to successful disease control is the absence of reliable diagnostic tools. It is widely acknowledged that current diagnostic practices for schistosomiasis largely depend on traditional techniques. Despite this, minor disease symptoms, alongside the limited sensitivity and specificity of these conventional diagnostic methods, continue to present significant challenges for healthcare professionals. Consequently, there is a pressing need to develop innovative, practical, and more accurate diagnostic tools and biomarkers to enhance the detection of this infection. Obtaining affordable, user-friendly, and precise diagnostic solutions for schistosomiasis remains a significant hurdle, limiting the scope of initiatives for comprehensive disease control. Along with striving to create novel diagnostic methods, efforts should also focus on refining the existing tools to improve their effectiveness.

Objective: This review explores current diagnostic approaches for schistosomiasis, emphasizing their limitations and challenges while suggesting potential future methods. Additionally, it aims to examine the biomedical tools used for identifying and diagnosing biomarkers related to schistosomiasis.

Conclusions: The success of efforts to eliminate schistosomiasis is heavily reliant on the precise detection of infections using highly sensitive diagnostic tests, particularly in cases of low-intensity infections. Adequate sanitation infrastructure is lacking, especially in tropical and subtropical regions, highlighting the urgent need for biomedical tools can identify and diagnose new biomarkers for schistosomiasis.
Feasibility Analysis of Pulse Sales and PPOB Payment Business: Yuli Pulsa Case Study
Authors: M. Fadlan Irfan Damanik  , Azwan Bastian  , Aji Haviz  , Nasution Hasbiyana , Chrisna Heriyati
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the feasibility of a business in selling credit and PPOB (Payment Point Online Bank) payment services at UMKM Yuli Pulsa in Binjai City. The study covers business feasibility in marketing, technology and financial aspects to see the potential for profitability and business sustainability. The analysis method used involves a data-based and systematic approach to evaluate relevant business strategies. The results of the study indicate that marketing strategies such as providing discount coupons and using banners are effective in increasing customer attraction. The use of technology through the Fazz Agent application and social media supports operational efficiency and expanding market reach. In terms of finance, the payback period is estimated at 3 years 3 months 3 weeks, reflecting positive profit prospects
Peran Media Sosial Dalam Meningkatkan Kesadaran Lingkungan Di Kalangan Milenial
Authors: Ayuningtyas Wulan Diah , Fitriyani Devi , Nurfajri Ilham , Purwanto Eko
Published: January 2025

Media sosial berperan penting dalam meningkatkan kesadaran lingkungan di kalangan milenial melalui penyebaran informasi dan promosi perilaku pro-lingkungan. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis peran media sosial dalam membangun kesadaran lingkungan dan tantangan yang dihadapi. Dengan pendekatan kualitatif berbasis studi literatur, penelitian ini mengkaji artikel jurnal, buku, dan laporan yang relevan dari berbagai database akademik. Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa media sosial efektif dalam memperdalam pemahaman tentang isu-isu lingkungan seperti perubahan iklim dan polusi plastik, serta memotivasi adopsi praktik berkelanjutan melalui interaksi dengan influencer, konten interaktif, dan kampanye sosial. Namun, tantangan seperti disinformasi, bias algoritma, dan keterlibatan dangkal membatasi dampak positifnya. Meskipun demikian, media sosial tetap menjadi alat strategis untuk edukasi dan mobilisasi perilaku ramah lingkungan, terutama jika dimanfaatkan secara kritis dan disertai peningkatan literasi media. Penelitian ini menekankan perlunya optimalisasi media sosial untuk mendorong keberlanjutan di kalangan milenial
The History of Taxes and Obligations In The Kokand Khanate
Authors: Ug’li Dusaliyev
Published: January 2025

As history teaches us, taxes have played a significant role in the political and economic life of all states. Even in today’s developed and advanced countries, tax policy remains one of the most sensitive issues. In this article, we discuss the history of taxes and obligations in the Kokand Khanate, which existed from 1709 to 1876.  This study examines the taxation and obligations system in the Kokand Khanate, utilizing systematic, comparative, and statistical analyses to evaluate its evolution and impact. Historical sources and archival records reveal that taxation, such as the “zakat,” “kharja,” and “tanobona,” was vital for the khanate’s economic foundation, supporting governance, military expenditures, and infrastructure. However, the imposition of excessive taxes and unpaid labor obligations led to widespread discontent, culminating in social uprisings like the Polatkhan Rebellion. Findings highlight distinct approaches by rulers, such as Umar Khan’s reforms that strengthened trade and governance versus Khudoyar Khan’s oppressive tax policies, which exacerbated societal tensions. The study concludes that while taxation underpinned the khanate’s prosperity during certain periods, mismanagement and a lack of reform contributed significantly to its decline and eventual annexation by Tsarist Russia. These outcomes underscore the critical balance between state financial needs and societal well-being in maintaining political stability.
RETRACTIONLatino, F., Martinez-Roig, R., Setyawan, H., Susanto, N. ., Anam, K. ., Saraiello, E., & Tafuri, F. (2024). Respuestas Fisiológicas de los Atletas de Baloncesto en silla de Ruedas al Programa Combinado de Entrenamiento Aeróbico y Anaeróbico (Physiological Responses of Wheelchair Basketball Athletes to a Combined Aerobic and Anaerobic Training Program). Retos, 57, 800–808. https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v57.107483
Authors: RETOS RETOS
Published: January 2025

Latino, F., Martinez-Roig, R., Setyawan, H., Susanto, N. ., Anam, K. ., Saraiello, E., & Tafuri, F. (2024). Respuestas Fisiológicas de los Atletas de Baloncesto en silla de Ruedas al Programa Combinado de Entrenamiento Aeróbico y Anaeróbico (Physiological Responses of Wheelchair Basketball Athletes to a Combined Aerobic and Anaerobic Training Program). Retos, 57, 800–808. https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v57.107483
Retraction of the article by the editor of the journal. There has been a number of clear and conclusive pieces of evidence that they include references that are not related to the topic of the article or the context in which they are cited. The pattern discovered is that the authors have been self-citing their work, in all the articles that are retracted, without any relation to the content of the article in question, introducing citations that are not related to the text and then adding the corresponding references to these citations in the reference list.
RETRACTION Tafuri, F., Martinez-Roig, R., Setyawan, H. ., Susanto, N. ., Anam, K., Saraiello, E., Avino, U., & Latino, F. (2024). El entrenamiento en circuito mejora las condiciones fisiológicas entre los jugadores de baloncesto en silla de ruedas (Circuit training improves physiological conditions among wheelchair basket players). Retos, 58, 138–146. https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v58.107484
Authors: RETOS RETOS
Published: January 2025

Tafuri, F., Martinez-Roig, R., Setyawan, H. ., Susanto, N. ., Anam, K., Saraiello, E., Avino, U., & Latino, F. (2024). El entrenamiento en circuito mejora las condiciones fisiológicas entre los jugadores de baloncesto en silla de ruedas (Circuit training improves physiological conditions among wheelchair basket players). Retos, 58, 138–146. https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v58.107484
Retraction of the article by the editor of the journal. There has been a number of clear and conclusive pieces of evidence that they include references that are not related to the topic of the article or the context in which they are cited. The pattern discovered is that the authors have been self-citing their work, in all the articles that are retracted, without any relation to the content of the article in question, introducing citations that are not related to the text and then adding the corresponding references to these citations in the reference list.
RETRACTION Latino, F., Martinez-Roig, R., Susanto, N. ., Setyawan, H. ., Anam, K., Saraiello, E., & Tafuri, F. (2024). Entrenamiento Interválico de Alta Intensidad y Demandas Fisiológicas en Tenistas en Silla de Ruedas: Un Estudio Pilot (High-Intensity Interval Training and Physiological Demands in Wheelchair Tennis Players: A Pilot Study). Retos, 58, 238–246. https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v58.107485
Authors: RETOS RETOS
Published: January 2025

Latino, F., Martinez-Roig, R., Susanto, N. ., Setyawan, H. ., Anam, K., Saraiello, E., & Tafuri, F. (2024). Entrenamiento Interválico de Alta Intensidad y Demandas Fisiológicas en Tenistas en Silla de Ruedas: Un Estudio Pilot (High-Intensity Interval Training and Physiological Demands in Wheelchair Tennis Players: A Pilot Study). Retos, 58, 238–246. https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v58.107485
Retraction of the article by the editor of the journal. There has been a number of clear and conclusive pieces of evidence that they include references that are not related to the topic of the article or the context in which they are cited. The pattern discovered is that the authors have been self-citing their work, in all the articles that are retracted, without any relation to the content of the article in question, introducing citations that are not related to the text and then adding the corresponding references to these citations in the reference list.
Community Social Capital in Supporting Ecosystem Recovery in Rawa Kidang of Way Kambas National Park
Authors: Wulandari Christine , Latifah Lutfi Nur , Kaskoyo Hari , Fitriana Yulia Rahma , Erdian Zeda , Kurniawan Vinanda Arum Tri , Adinda Aryanti Rizki , Sari Fadela Yunika , Zaidi Mhd
Published: January 2025

Ecosystem recovery plays a central role in environmental and forest conservation efforts, including efforts made in a conservation area that is a national park. This effort requires support from the communities living around the national park. Therefore, the presence of the community can become a form of capital, which is generally referred to as social capital and will determine the success of a program. Elements of social capital consist of trust, norms, and networks is one form of capital that is very valuable in addition to economic capital, physical capital, and human capital. The purpose of this research is to analyze the level of social capital that exists in the community and how the characteristics of respondents affect social capital. This research is located in Labuhan Ratu VII Village, Labuhan Ratu Subdistrict, East Lampung Regency from November to December 2023. Based on the results of the analysis, it is known that the trust element and the social network element are in the medium category, while the norm element is in the high category. Education and length of stay are respondent characteristics that influence community social capital in supporting ecosystem recovery in Rawa Kidang, Way Kambas National Park (WKNP). Increasing social capital can be done through two characteristics that affect community social capital in the form of informal education such as training. People who live for a long time will affect the sustainability of WKNP so training can be carried out for a long period of time in a structured and intensive manner towards sustainable WKNP management. The results of this study can be a consideration for WKNP managers in implementing Permen LHK policy no 14 of 2023 concerning business and/or activity arrangements in nature conservation areas, nature reserve areas and hunting arks because they must have a strong social foundation.
El teletrabajo y la función estrictamente administrativo en una universidad pública del Perú
Authors: Moran Cusi Saul , Quispe Mendoza Karina Victoria
Published: January 2025

Teleworking has undergone a significant change in recent years, radically transforming the strictly administrative function in the public university. This is because they have begun to define policies on teleworking. The objective of the research was to establish the positive relationship that exists between teleworking and the strictly administrative function in a public university in Peru. The descriptive, observational, transversal and correlational quantitative method was used, with a descriptive and correlational level of research, whose sample was made up of 37 administrative personnel. In the theoretical context, it was based on the review of the literature and the opinions of social actors. To manage and examine the information we use descriptive and inferential statistics methods, which is achieved through the Pearson correlation coefficient, for the teleworking variable R = 0.969, and for the strictly administrative function variable R = 0.969, accepting that there is a very high positive relationship, with a significance level p =0.000 being less than 5% (p < 0.05). Finally, it is concluded that teleworking has a very high positive relationship with the strictly administrative function in a public university in Peru.
Metodología 5s y su importancia en sector Textil
Authors: Quilcate Martínez Bryan José Francisco
Published: January 2025

The objective of this article was to analyze the results of the scientific literature provided by various studies to provide findings on the effects of applying the 5s methodology in the textile industries. In order to achieve this objective, a systematic and structured search of the documents related to the problem of this study was carried out, where the obstacles that currently influence the textile sector to optimize the level of efficiency and effectiveness with the application of the 5s method, in addition to demonstrating the most common situations related to this tool and the results of its application. With this purpose we formulate the following: What are the effects of applying the 5s methodology in companies in the textile sector? In order to respond, a search for articles was carried out, selection according to the established criteria, for analysis. Finally, this study focuses on identifying strategic actions as a process to promote productivity improvement in the management of the textile industry
Aplicación de la Seguridad y Salud en el Trabajo en empresas de producción y servicios: Revisión de literatura
Authors: Vasquez Poma Ronaldo Jair
Published: January 2025

The objective of this article was to present the results of a systematic review of the scientific literature to find information in both international and national scientific articles to discover the effects of the application of Occupational Safety and Health in production and production companies. To achieve this objective, a systematic and organized investigation of studies related to the purpose of the article was carried out, in which the benefit of implementing OSH in companies is evidenced, knowing the difficulties or challenges to carry out its execution, its relation to job performance and the problems it presents with SMEs. For which the following question was raised: What are the effects of the application of OSH in production and service companies? For this, a search and selection of studies with their respective legibility was initiated; in other words, an analysis with systematic procedures for the recognition, selection and evaluation of all important research. The contribution of the research is aimed at highlighting the benefits of being able to implement OSH and its direct relationship with the increase in productivity in companies.
A Study on The Effect of Selection Attributes of Local Restaurant on Customer satisfaction: Focused on the Mediating Role of Regional Image
Authors:   The Foodservice Management Society Of Korea, Han Ji-Soo
Published: January 2025

Objective: This study was conducted to examine the effect of local restaurant selection attributes on customer satisfaction and to verify the mediating role of local image. This study conducted a survey on 250 adults who had visited local restaurants within the last year. A total of 233 responses were used for statistical analysis and 17 17 unfaithful responses were excluded.
Methods: This study used SPSS 23.0 program for research analysis, and frequency analysis, validity and reliability analysis, correlation analysis, and multiple regression analysis were performed.
Results: First, it was found that the surrounding environment and employee kindness had a significant effect on customer satisfaction, followed by interior design and employee speed, and tradition had a significant effect on customer satisfaction. Second, among the attributes of selecting local restaurants, the local image played a mediating role between the surrounding environment, employee kindness, tradition, and customer satisfaction.
Implications: The results of this study provide basic data on how to establish an efficient marketing strategy for customer satisfaction, focusing on the mediating effect of the local image.
Reconceptualizing Students with Learning Disabilities: Who are ‘Students with Learning Disabilities’?
Authors: Choi Seongsook , Kang Eunyoung , Koh Hyejung , Seo Seonjin , Yang Minwha , Lee Yedana , Heo Yusung , Hong Sungdoo , Na Kyongeun
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this study was to explore how learning disabilities should be reconceptualized in school education in response to future educational needs. Firstly, we analyzed the legal definitions of learning disabilities and related terms, as outlined in the「Act on Special Education for Persons with Disabilities, etc.」and「Act on Gurantee of Basic Academic Ability」. Based on this analysis, we proposed specific core conceptual elements and novel criteria for a reconceptualized understanding of learning disabilities. Second, based on cases related to the identification and diagnosis of learning disabilities in school settings, issues were presented for the reconceptualization of learning disabilities, such as learners who continue to face difficulties in learning despite basic academic support, learners caught between basic academic support and special education support, and challenges related to diagnosing students with learning disabilities at special education support centers. Thirdly, in order to address issues related to learning disabilities in school settings and provide tailored support for students with various learning challenges, we proposed a definition of 'learning disabilities' by the Korean Learning Disabilities Association (KLDA).
A Study on the Characteristics and Diagnostic Criteria of Children with Nonverbal Learning Disability(NVLD) based on CHC Theory
Authors: Jeong Minwoo , Lee Daesik
Published: January 2025

Research has been conducted on the existence and characteristics of nonverbal learning disabilities(NVLD) over the past decades. However, consensus on whether they belong to learning disabilities has not been reached. Also, their characteristics and diagnostic criteria has not yet been clarified. In order to solve these blind spots related to NVLD, cognitive characteristics were explored based on CHC intelligence theory, and structure of WISC test was analyzed to explore what subtests can be used to diagnose NVLD. The results of this study are as follows: First, it was confirmed that NVLD has deficits in Gv(visual processing), Gf(fluid reasoning), and Gs(processing speed), in contrast to strengths in Gc(crystallized intelligence) in the CHC theory. Second, according to the structural analysis of the WISC test, it was confirmed that subtests in the area of Verbal Comprehension Index(VCI), Visual Spatial Index(VSI), Fluid Reasoning Index(FRI), and Processing Speed Index(PSI) can be used to diagnose NVLD. By the result of this study, diagnosis and identification method for NVLD, applying new terms for the disability, and directions for subsequent studies were discussed.
A study on writing fluency patterns by elementary school grade
Authors: Kang Eunyoung , Um Sunmin , Kim Myunggon
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this study is to analyze the developmental patterns of handwriting fluency by grade level in elementary school students and to examine whether differences arise based on the type of test presentation. By doing so, the study aims to offer insights into handwriting fluency development and implications for writing education. A total of 124 students from six randomly selected classes at an elementary school in Gyeonggi Province participated in the study, with one class per grade. The students completed handwriting fluency tests within a limited time, using two different types of writing tasks (‘ga-ha’ and ‘ga-hi’) presented in two formats: one using underlined spaces and the other using boxed spaces. Various scoring methods were applied to evaluate whether there were statistically significant differences in results by grade level. The key findings of the study are as follows: First, there were significant differences in total number of characters, number of errors, and number of correct characters across different grade levels, with particularly pronounced differences observed in the middle grades. Second, the test format using underlined spaces revealed more distinct grade-level differences compared to the format with boxed spaces. Based on these findings, it was concluded that systematic instruction tailored to grade-specific handwriting fluency development is necessary. Additionally, the results highlight the importance of considering test presentation formats in assessing handwriting fluency. Implications for future research and writing instruction were discussed.
The Effects of Reading Intervention Using Graphic Organizers Application on the Reading Comprehension of Students with Borderline Intellectual Functioning
Authors: Chang Jin-Kyung , Son Seung-Hyun
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of reading interventions using mobile graphic organizers on the reading comprehension of students with borderline intellectual functioning. The participants were three first-year male middle school students living in Seoul, and a multiple baseline design across subjects was used. The graphic organizer application utilized in this study was Xmind. When teaching the five steps of using graphic organizers to students, the instructional procedure followed teaching strategies including the introduction and demonstration phase, teacher-led practice phase, and independent performance The results of the study indicated that reading interventions using graphic organizers were effective in improving the reading comprehension of students with borderline intellectual functioning, and the effects were maintained even after the intervention ended. Furthermore, the mobile-based reading intervention had a positive effects on the reading attitudes of these students. Lastly, the limitations of the study were discussed, and based on these limitations, suggestions were made for expanding interventions using mobile graphic organizers and conducting follow-up studies with various text structure types.