bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analisis Location Quotient (LQ) dan Model Rasio Pertumbuhan (MRP) Usaha Peternakan Sapi Potong di Provinsi Bengkulu
Authors: Azis Arif Rahman , Hamka Muhammad Subhan , Bilyaro Woki , Dani Muhammad
Published: June 2024

The cattle industry has a strategic role in supporting food security and national economic growth. Bengkulu Province with sufficient area, a tropical climate suitable for feed growth, and adequate human resources is the main capital to support the beef cattle development sector. Location Quotient (LQ) and Growth Ratio Model (MRP) analysis approaches were used to evaluate the condition and development potential of this sector. Secondary data from 2018-2022 were analyzed using these methods. The results of the LQ analysis revealed significant variations in the specificity of the beef cattle sector across districts. Meanwhile, the MRP analysis showed that although the overall growth of the beef cattle population was not very prominent, some districts showed higher growth compared to the province as a whole. In conclusion, a targeted and contextualized development strategy is required to increase the beef cattle population in Bengkulu Province. Further research is needed to understand the factors underlying variations in beef cattle development potential and performance across districts and to develop innovative and environmentally friendly livestock technologies. With the right strategy, Bengkulu Province can increase its beef cattle population, improve the welfare of local farmers, and boost regional economic growth.
 
Key words: Beef Cattle, Bengkulu Province, Location Quotient, Growth Ratio Model
 
ABSTRAK
Industri peternakan sapi potong memiliki peran strategis dalam mendukung ketahanan pangan dan pertumbuhan ekonomi nasional. Provinsi Bengkulu dengan luas wilayah yang cukup, iklim tropis yang cocok untuk pertumbuhan pakan, dan sumber daya manusia yang memadai menjadi modal utama untuk mendukung sektor pengembangan sapi potong. Pendekatan analisis Location Quotient (LQ) dan Model Rasio Pertumbuhan (MRP) digunakan untuk mengevaluasi kondisi dan potensi pengembangan sektor ini. Data sekunder dari 2018-2022 dianalisis menggunakan metode ini. Hasil analisis LQ mengungkapkan variasi signifikan dalam kekhususan sektor sapi potong di berbagai kabupaten. Sementara itu, analisis MRP menunjukkan bahwa meskipun pertumbuhan populasi sapi potong secara keseluruhan tidak terlalu menonjol, beberapa kabupaten menunjukkan pertumbuhan yang lebih tinggi dibandingkan dengan provinsi secara keseluruhan. Kesimpulannya, strategi pengembangan yang terarah dan kontekstual diperlukan untuk meningkatkan populasi sapi potong di Provinsi Bengkulu. Penelitian lebih lanjut diperlukan untuk memahami faktor-faktor yang mendasari variasi potensi dan kinerja pengembangan sapi potong di berbagai kabupaten, serta untuk mengembangkan teknologi peternakan yang inovatif dan ramah lingkungan. Dengan strategi yang tepat, Provinsi Bengkulu dapat meningkatkan populasi sapi potongnya, meningkatkan kesejahteraan peternak lokal, dan mendorong pertumbuhan ekonomi daerah.
 
Kata kunci: Sapi Potong, Provinsi Bengkulu, Location Quotient, Model Ratio Pertumbuhan.
Pengaruh Penggunaan Tepung Daun Kelor Fermentasi dalam Ransum terhadap Organoleptik Daging Broiler.
Authors: Yosi Yosi Fenita , Warnoto Warnoto , Azis Arif Rahman Azis , Febri Febri Endriansya
Published: June 2024

This study aims to evaluate the impact of using Moringa leaf flour fermented with Aspergillus niger in rations on the organoleptic properties of broiler meat. The research was conducted in the period August - September 2021 in the Commercial Zone and Animal Laboratory (CZAL) cage of the Department of Animal Husbandry, Faculty of Agriculture, UNIB. The research method used was a completely randomized design (CRD) with 4 treatments and 5 replicates. Each replicate involved 8 broilers, so the total sample used was 160 for all treatments. The treatments given include P0: Control (without the use of fermented moringa flour), P1: Use of 5% fermented moringa flour, P2: Use of 10% fermented moringa flour, and P3: Use of 15% fermented moringa flour. Observations were made on the 35th and 36th days after treatment, with an interval scale used to assess categories of organoleptic properties such as color, odor, taste, and texture of broiler meat. The results showed that fermented Moringa leaf flour did not improve the color, taste and texture of broiler meat. Using 10-15% fermented Moringa leaves produces a less fishy odor. It can be concluded that the use of 10% and 15% fermented Moringa leaf flour reduces the fishy odor of broiler meat without improving the color, taste and texture of the meat.
 
Keywords: Organoleptic Properties, Fermentation, Moringa Leaves, Broiler Meat
 
ABSTRAK
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi dampak penggunaan tepung daun kelor (Moringa oleifera) yang difermentasi dengan Aspergillus niger dalam ransum terhadap sifat organoleptik daging broiler. Penelitian dilakukan pada periode Agustus – September 2021 di kandang Commercial Zone and Animal Laboratory (CZAL) Jurusan Peternakan, Fakultas Pertanian, UNIB. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) dengan 4 perlakuan dan 5 ulangan. Setiap ulangan melibatkan 8 ekor broiler, sehingga total sampel yang digunakan adalah 160 ekor untuk semua perlakuan. Perlakuan yang diberikan meliputi P0: Kontrol (tanpa penggunaan tepung daun kelor fermentasi), P1: Penggunaan 5% tepung daun kelor fermentasi, P2: Penggunaan 10% tepung daun kelor fermentasi, dan P3: Penggunaan 15% tepung daun kelor fermentasi. Pengamatan dilakukan pada hari ke-35 dan 36 setelah perlakuan, dengan skala interval digunakan untuk menilai kategori sifat organoleptik seperti warna, bau, rasa, dan tekstur daging broiler. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tepung daun kelor fermentasi tidak memperbaiki warna, rasa dan tesktur daging broiler. Penggunaan 10-15% daun kelor fermentasi menghasilkan bau yang kurang amis. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa penggunaan 10% dan 15% tepung daun kelor fermentasi menurunkan bau amis daging broiler tanpa memperbaiki warna, rasa, dan tekstur daging.
 
Kata Kunci: Sifat Orgaoleptik, Fermentasi, Daun Kelor, Daging Broiler
Penggunaan Filtrasi Sebagai Teknologi dalam Pengolahan Limbah Tahu di Desa Sepande Sidoarjo
Authors: Furqonati Lili , Fadilah Fitria Nur , Fitria Ayu Prayekti Rahmatika , Kartika Putri Aprilia , Rohmah Jamilatur
Published: June 2024

Ada lebih banyak industri tahu di Indonesia, yang berarti ada lebih banyak limbah dari sektor ini yang perlu penanganan khusus. Jika limbah tahu dengan konsentrasi bahan organik yang tinggi dibuang tanpa diolah, maka akan efek yang merugikan pada pasokan air. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menyelidiki teknik yang efisien untuk menggunakan media filtrasi untuk mengolah limbah tahu. Menggabungkan media bioball dan bioring adalah tata letak media utama dalam penyaringan kolom. Industri tahu di Desa Sepande, Kecamatan Candi, Kabupaten Sidoarjo, menyediakan limbah tahu. Setiap media filtrasi kolom memiliki tinggi total 20 cm dan kapasitas air limbah 1,5 liter. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya peningkatan kualitas air limbah tahu setelah dilakukan pengolahan. Media filtrasi menggunakan bioball dan bioring terbukti efektif dengan melihat hasil pengolahan limbah setelah filtrasi berupa peningkatan pH, penurunan agresifitas CO2 agresif, penurunan kekeruhan, dan penurunan BOD.Kata kunci: Limbah tahu, filtrasi, bioball, bioring
Penentuan Daya Tampung Beban Pencemaran Sungai Rawas Pada Segmen PT. Kirana Windu Di Kecamatan Rawas Ulu Kabupaten Musi Rawas Utara
Authors: Sianipar Renov , Brata Bieng , Yurike Yurike
Published: June 2024

The rapid development of development, including industrialization activities around the Rawas river, which was designated as class I water in 2005, has certainly contributed to reducing the capacity of the Rawas river itself. This research aims to look at the current conditions regarding the capacity to carry the pollutant load of the Rawas River in the PT Kirana Windu segment and at the same time also provide input and considerations regarding determining waste water quality standards for businesses and/or activities that will operate in the future. To calculate the pollutant load capacity of the Rawas River using the Mass Balance method, samples of Rawas River water (point 1), domestic wastewater (point 2) and production wastewater (point 3) were taken for further analysis at the UPTD Environmental Laboratory of the Regency Environmental Service. Musi Rawas which has been accredited. The calculation results show that the Rawas river (downstream) has a capacity for the BOD parameter of 1.7 mg/L, a TSS parameter of 35 mg/l, and a capacity for the COD parameter that is close to critical at only <1 mg/L. Meanwhile the capacity for the fat oil parameter is at the maximum limit of 1 mg/L, the capacity for the ammonia parameter is 0.068 mg/L and the capacity is very high for the Total Coliform parameter and the N-Total parameter.
Kajian Manfaat Dan Willingness to Pay Masyarakat Terhadap Layanan Instalasi Pengolahan Lumpur Tinja (IPLT) Di Kota Bintuhan
Authors: Marfi Sasdar , Barchia M. Faiz , Yurike Yurike , Brata Bieng , Santoso Urip
Published: June 2024

The construction of a Faecal Waste Treatment Plant (IPLT) in Tanjung Besar Village, South Kaur District, Bintuhan City, Kaur Regency in 2020 is one of the sanitation programs to help reduce the impact of pollution caused by fecal waste in the community environment with an integrated fecal waste processing system before being discharged into surface water. According to data from the Public Works Sector Division of the PUPR Service as the manager of the Bintuhan City IPLT, this IPLT is not yet running, is still in the trial stage and will only be formed and a Management Decree (SK) will be proposed and is still in the stage of studying strategies and management in its management. Therefore, an analysis is needed to determine the ability to pay community fees as users of IPLT services. This research conducts a study of people's purchasing power which includes analysis of the ability to pay (abbreviated as ATP) and analysis of the willingness to pay (willingness to pay) abbreviated to WTP for the tariffs applied. In this research, questionnaires were distributed using a simple random sampling method and then the results were analyzed using the SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) and Microsoft Office Excel programs. Then the tariff calculation uses the ATP and WTP methods. The results of research on the community show that people who use fecal waste treatment installation services respond quite well in relation to waste water management. Proportional ATP Value Rp. 25,197.10,- greater than the Proportional WTP value of Rp. 10,064.76,- so it can be seen that the ability of IPLT service users to pay is greater than their willingness to pay. The results of the ATP and WTP calculations show that the applicable tariffs are in accordance with the ability and willingness of the IPLT user community in Bintuhan City
The Looming Crisis: Global Groundwater Depletion and its Unseen Impacts, Climate Change
Authors: Jomaa Ihab
Published: June 2024

Groundwater depletion is a growing threat to global sustainability, impacting ecosystems, agriculture, and human populations. This viewpoint explores the causes and consequences of unsustainable groundwater extraction, highlighting its far-reaching effects on local and global climates. The paper examines specific examples from various regions worldwide, showcasing the widespread nature of this crisis. It also delves into the challenges associated with accurately measuring global temperature rise due to changes in weather station environments and data collection methods. Finally, the paper emphasizes the urgency to address groundwater depletion and its relation to local and global climate changes.
Darwin’s road not taken: white sclera, shared intentionality, niche construction, predator fear, teams and Homo origins
Authors: Skoyles John
Published: June 2024

Palaeoanthropologists have yet to pinpoint how Homo evolved from Australopithecus. I propose niche construction ending predator ambush and stalking attacks, white sclera, and ultrafast team cognition were key.Human white sclera allows the quick, distant detection of line-of-sight. This is unique. In other primates, predators eliminate conspicuous-eyed individuals. Consequently, nonhuman primates have coloured sclera, hiding gaze direction broadcasting. Recognizing line-of-sight split-second from a distance enables the ultrafast detection of attention shifts that support intercoupling cognitions (cognitive alignment, shared intentionality, and split-second coordination). Under certain conditions, such split-second coordinated teams can niche construct predator-shunning safe habitats. Once shunning replaces hunting, it stops white sclera targeting, allowing it to persist.Constructing predator-safe habitats ended the “landscape of fear” that limited Australopithecus foraging, health, and cognitive/cultural development. Once shunned and freed from fear, these safe habitats allowed previously “wheel-clamped” cognitive potentials, including social learning, to flourish, revolutionizing hominin capacity for cultural evolution and cumulative culture. Thus, predator-safe niche construction transfigured Australopithecus’s phenotype into Homo. White-eyed australopiths, I argue, were the first humans.
The Impact of Perceived Racism on the Mental Health and Academic Motivation of International Students in Kerala
Authors: DORIN ALIDA , Baburaj Anuradha , A Lekshmiparvathy , Lerotholi Paballo K. , Ansar Noora
Published: June 2024

The study explores the psychosocial issues of international students studying in Kerala, and the impact of perceived racism on their mental well-being and academic motivation. Male and female international students (N=32) studying various disciplines under the universities in Kerala were selected for the study through convenience sampling. 10 participants were selected through purposive sampling from the sample population of 32 for a telephonic interview. Content analysis was used for discerning their responses. They reportedlack of inclusion in the classroom, concerns regarding language barriers, academic demotivation, discrimination, and dissatisfaction. Questionnaires were distributed to all the 32participants to measure their perceived racism, academic motivation and mental health.Correlation and t-test were used for statistical analysis. Perceived racism was found to have significant relationships with multiple aspects of mental health and academic motivation, indicating a negative impact on the latter aspects. Being one of the earliest studies concerning the well-being of international students in Kerala, this study highlights the need for further research in the area to better comprehend the problems and resolve them
Teaching-mode agnostic, execution oriented, cheating resistant term paper assessment method
Authors: Orban Levente L
Published: June 2024

This report describes a novel assessment technique to evaluate written assignments such as literature reviews, essays or research proposals (henceforth called term papers) over the course of the academic semester in multiple milestones. Key features of this method include encouraging student self-regulation and spacing of learning, scoring progress using quantitative elements, improving the authenticity and transparency of the written work, and guiding students towards towards better writing and thinking skills. This assessment protocol has been seeded on a public repository on GitHub where educators worldwide can contribute and develop the technique further.
"Exploring the Relationship Between Emotion Regulation and Drug Addiction Severity Among Adolescent Patients with Substance Use Disorder (SUD): Insights from a Rehabilitation Center Study"
Authors: Jabeen Mehwish , Shahzadi Mafia
Published: June 2024

Objective: The objective of this study was to explore the relationship between emotion regulation and drug addiction severity among adolescent patients diagnosed with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in drug rehabilitation centers.Method: The study examined the correlation between emotion regulation, measured using the Emotion Regulation Scale (ERS_T) with Reappraisal and Suppression subscales, and drug addiction severity assessed by the 20-Question Addiction Questionnaire (AQ_T) in 100 participants from various drug rehabilitation centers.Results: The study found a weak positive correlation between overall emotion regulation (ERS_T) and drug addiction severity (AQ_T) among adolescent patients with SUD (r = 0.145, p < 0.01), suggesting a slight increase in addiction severity with better emotion regulation. There was a strong positive correlation between overall emotion regulation (ERS_T) and reappraisal (r = 0.752, p < 0.01), indicating higher reappraisal levels were associated with better emotion regulation abilities. Additionally, a moderate positive correlation was observed between overall emotion regulation (ERS_T) and suppression (r = 0.227, p < 0.05), suggesting higher suppression use linked to better overall emotion regulation scores.Conclusion: The study investigates emotion regulation and drug addiction severity in adolescent SUD patients in rehabilitation centers. Positive correlation found between overall emotion regulation and addiction severity, with cognitive reinterpretation (reappraisal) playing a significant role. Emphasizes the need for comprehensive interventions addressing emotion regulation to reduce addiction severity in this vulnerable population.Key words: Emotion regulation, drug addiction severity, adolescent patients, Substance Use Disorder (SUD), rehabilitation centers.
Filosofi Pendidikan Inklusi dalam Praktik Pendidikan Abad Ke-21 di Indonesia
Authors: Septyah Rizkika
Published: June 2024

endidikan inklusi di Indonesia telah mengalami perkembangan dalam beberapa tahun terakhir, sejalan dengan komitmen pemerintah untuk menyediakan pendidikan yang setara bagi semua anak, termasuk mereka yang memiliki kebutuhan khusus. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengulas filosofi pendidikan inklusi dan implementasinya dalam pendidikan di Indonesia. Melalui analisis literatur dan kebijakan, ditemukan bahwa meskipun terdapat peningkatan kesadaran dan dukungan terhadap pendidikan inklusi, namun masih ada hambatan yang perlu diatasi. Tantangan tersebut meliputi kurangnya akseibilitas dan fasilitas yang memadai, keterbatasan tenaga pendidik untuk anak berkebutuhan khusus, serta stigma sosial terhadap anak-anak dengan kebutuhan khusus. Ulasan ini juga mengidentifikasi karakteristik pada pendidikan inklusi dan penerapannya. Kesimpulannya, pendidikan inklusi di Indonesia memerlukan pendekatan holistik dan kolaboratif antara pemerintah, masyarakat, dan lembaga pendidikan untuk menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang benar-benar inklusif dan setara bagi semua peserta didik.
The moderating role of reflective thinking and on personal factors affecting belief in conspiracy theories
Authors: Ozono Hiroki , Sakakibara Ryota
Published: June 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a global interest in conspiracy theories, resulting in an increase in the number of studies in the field of psychology. While previous studies have shown that reflective thinking inhibits belief in conspiracy theories, the present study aims to examine whether reflective thinking moderates the effects of other personal factors, such as anxiety and social class. We conducted an online survey and analyzed data of 937 crowd workers in Japan. The results show that while the inhibitory effect of reflective thinking, measured both by performance-based and self-report, remained robust among the participants, there was little evidence of the moderating role of reflective thinking: we found few significant interactions between reflective thinking and various personal factors. These results imply that reflective thinking does not amplify factors that strengthen conspiracy belief, and fostering reflective thinking is likely to be a broadly effective strategy to decrease conspiracy beliefs.
A German version of the Mental Health Literacy Scale (MHLS-GER)
Authors: Fritz Birthe , Eppelmann Lena , Edelmann Annika , Rohrmann Sonja , Wessa Michele
Published: June 2024

The preprint is an extended abstract of a poster presented at the 9th Symposium of Resilience Research, held at Mainz from the 27th to the 29th September 2023.
Cultural Adaptation of the Lighthouse Parenting Programme: Mentalization-Based Treatment to address child maltreatment
Authors: Costa-Cordella Stefanella , Sieverson Catalina , Rossi Alejandra , Grasso-Cladera Aitana , Díaz-Fuenzalida María Victoria , Byrne Gerry
Published: June 2024

This study presents the cultural adaptation of the Mentalization-Based Treatment (MBT) Lighthouse Parenting Programme for child maltreatment prevention in Chile. The original program, developed in the UK, was systematically modified to align with the Chilean context, incorporating stakeholder recommendations and expert panel consultations. This process entailed adapting intervention materials, addressing community distrust, motivating interveners, adjusting module names for varying literacy levels, and tackling high-precarity material challenges. The study involved semi-structured interviews with ten stakeholders and a survey distributed to a 20-member expert panel. Thematic analysis identified key themes for cultural relevance and effectiveness, leading to modifications using the Ecological Validity Model. The adapted program aims to enhance parents' understanding of their and their children's emotions, fostering a secure parent-child relationship. The study's findings have broader implications for psychosocial interventions globally, emphasizing the importance of cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
Ultra-responsive, low-dimensional unfamiliar movement sonification guides unconstrained reaches to invisible targets in 3D space
Authors: Barkasi Michael , Clouser Levi , Harris Laurence
Published: June 2024

Recent studies suggest that artificial auditory feedback, called movement sonification, can function as sensory substitution in motor control, replacing or augmenting vision and proprioception. To a first approximation, studies either apply (1) natural sonifications (exploiting ecological spatial encodings or action-sound associations) of kinematic variables, e.g. velocity, to high (>=3) degree of freedom movements, or (2) nonnatural, i.e. unfamiliar, sonifications including spatial position to low degree of freedom movements. To the best of our knowledge, no one has shown that unfamiliar sonifications of spatial position can be used to guide high degree of freedom movements. We reasoned that an ultra-responsive (1-2ms latency, 1000Hz sampling) sonification compacting 3D spatial information into a low (<3) number of acoustic dimensions would enable spatial guidance of a high degree of freedom movement. We constructed such a movement sonification system using a bespoke digital sound synthesis technique (two-timer pulse-width modulation), real-time time-warping algorithm, and unaligned quaternion representations of body limb rotation. We used the system to sonify unconstrained reaches in space in a way that indicated invisible targets. We validated the system with hardware benchmarking and validated the approach by showing that users were able to reach for targets presented in sonification with approximately half the error of either (a) reaching while listening to qualitatively similar auditory feedback lacking spatial information, or (b) reaching randomly while listening to a constant tone.
Vowel Reduction in Conversational Speech: the case of reductions in French
Authors: Bodur Kübra , Fredouille Corinne , Rebourg Marie , Meunier Christine
Published: June 2024

Reduction, particularly in the context of connected speech, plays a crucial role in shaping the distinctiveness and spectral properties of vowels, reflecting the dynamic adaptability of language in communicative settings. This study investigates the characteristics of vowels within spontaneous French conversations, with a primary focus on reduction phenomena. Employing both a controlled and a conversational dataset, our exploration extends beyond vowel reduction in conversations to more controlled production settings in addition to encompassing various reduction forms (lexicalized and non-lexicalized reductions), aiming to discern whether the reduction in vowel properties is related to the frequency of these reduction forms. Our findings revealed that within conversational contexts, vowels have reduced distinctiveness, evident in smaller Vowel Distinctiveness Index (VDI) values and elevated centralization values (aFCR) while exhibiting smaller Vowel Spaces, indicative of a reduction in spectral properties. The correlations between vowel reduction and the other reductions showed a lack of statistical significance, suggesting that lexicalized and non-lexicalized reductions are likely governed by a distinct set of linguistic and contextual variables. Our findings indicate that vowel characteristics undergo notable reductions as the speaking context shifts from controlled conditions (such as isolated vowels or monosyllabic words) to conversational settings. This reduction is manifested by larger Vowel Spaces and greater distinctiveness (VDI) in controlled contexts, contrasting with the decreased vowel distinctiveness and higher centralization ratios observed in conversational speech, highlighting the dynamic nature of spoken language production and its adaptability within varying communicative contexts.
“Chaos theory, shmaos theory”: Creativity and routine in English shm-reduplication
Authors: Hartmann Stefan , Ungerer Tobias
Published: June 2024

This paper investigates an “extravagant” construction at the interface of morphology and syntax: English shm-reduplication, a pattern in which a word is immediately repeated, but the initial consonant or consonant cluster is either replaced by /ʃm/, or /ʃm/ is added to the beginning of a word if it begins with a vowel. So far, research on shm-reduplication has been limited to small samples of the construction and has mainly focused on its phonological and morphosyntactic properties rather than its semantics. The present study aims at filling this gap with a corpus-based analysis of a larger dataset from the web corpus ENCOW16AX. Our findings suggest that shm-reduplication combines elements of routine and creativity: While the pattern is largely unconstrained in its semantics, its unusual syntactic profile and tight connection with specific communicative contexts mark it as an innovative and “extravagant” construction.
Communicating the links between climate change and heat waves with the Climate Shift Index
Authors: Thomas-Walters Laura , Goldberg Matthew H. , Lee Sanguk , Lyde Aidan , Rosenthal Seth A. , Leiserowitz Anthony
Published: June 2024

Extreme weather, including heat waves, poses a significant threat to ecosystems and human health. As global temperatures continue to rise, the frequency and severity of heat waves will increase. Because of this, communicating heat-related risks to the public is increasingly important. One commonly-used communication tool is the Climate Shift Index (CSI), which establishes how much more likely an extreme weather event, such as a heat wave, has been made by climate change. To test the impact of the CSI on people’s understanding of the links between climate change and extreme weather, we conducted an experiment informing 3,902 American adults that climate change made the July 2023 heat wave in the U.S. at least 5 times more likely. In addition to this standard CSI wording and 2 control messages, we also explored the effectiveness of reframing magnitude as a percentage, and whether mechanistic and attribution explanations of the relationship between climate change and heat waves further increase understanding. All treatments increased the belief that climate change made the July 2023 heat wave more likely and is making heat waves in general more likely as well. Additionally, we found that expressing the magnitude as a percentage was more effective than the standard CSI framing. We also found that just talking about the heatwave, without mentioning climate change, was enough to change beliefs.
Mix-a-lot: Impulse der Mixed-Methods-Forschung für die Empirische Kulturwissenschaft
Authors: Heibges Maren
Published: June 2024

“Mixed Methods” refers to the combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods within a research design. The mixed methods approach is shaped by a research community which is primarily active in the USA. How can anthropologists and ethnologists, who want or need to work across methodological boundaries – such as in interdisciplinary projects, when they intend to generalize their research findings more broadly, or when quantitative findings form the starting point of their qualitative investigations – benefit from the methodological impulses of the Mixed Methods community? My contribution examines the conceptual premises of mixed methods research, presents the three typical mixed methods research designs (convergent design, explanatory sequential design, exploratory sequential design), discusses new visual approaches for analyzing and presenting heterogeneous research data, and identifies as impulses for anthropologies and cultural studies: 1) that the mixed methods discourse can be used for a multi-layered method explication, even within purely qualitative research, 2) that the Mixed Methods community provides a specific vocabulary for anthropologists and ethnologists to precisely articulate where they can most effectively apply their methodological expertise in a heterogeneous co-laboration.
DIGITAL MARKETING COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES IN THE ERA OF DISRUPTION
Authors: Rahman Romano Aulia
Published: June 2024

The era of technological disruption has fundamentally changed the way companies run business and interact with customers. This research aims to explore effective digital marketing communication strategies amidst this rapid change. The research method used is a qualitative approach with case studies of several companies that have successfully implemented digital marketing strategies. Data was collected through in-depth interviews, content analysis, and digital activity observations. The research results identified several key elements of a successful strategy, including leveraging data and analytics to understand consumer behavior, personalizing relevant content through AI and machine learning technology, marketing automation for operational efficiency, and optimizing the customer experience across various digital touchpoints. Apart from that, the use of social media for engagement and collaboration with influencers to increase brand visibility has also proven to be effective. The conclusions of this research emphasize the importance of a data-based, personalized, automated and customer-centric approach in digital marketing communications strategies.
The Dilemmas of a Culturologist
Authors: Kosowska Ewa
Published: June 2024

The article concerns the recently published book by Marek Pacukiewicz, Landscapes of Context. The author presents the dilemmas of a culturologist – a theoretician and anthropologist of culture struggling with the multifaceted discourse of contemporary humanities. Leading representatives of these sciences, making culture the declared subject of their research, are often content with the presentation of various epistemological strategies aimed at learning about selected aspects of social practices. The practices they analyse, including those of thought, are relatively rarely embedded in broader contexts, and the concept of culture itself is contested as cognitively non-instrumental. Contrary to these tendencies, Pacukiewicz tries to stand up for the metaphysical dimension of culture and proposes to study it as a self-existent being independent of subsequent methodological fashions. He considers landscape and context to be key concepts for the proposed approach.
Pemberian Aroma Terapi Lemon dan Relaksasi Nafas Dalam dapat menurunkan tingkat stres ibu hamil
Authors: Firda Alivia , Fitrianingtyas Rizki , Sari Melati Puspita
Published: June 2024

Stres  kehamilan adalah keadaan ibu hamil yang dipicu oleh adanya prasangka – prasangka buruk yang menimpa dirinya, jika dibiarkan akan berdampak buruk bagi ibu dan bayi. Penanganan stres dapat dilakukan dengan non farmakologi berupa pemberian aromaterapi lemon dan relaksasi napas dalam. Di PMB L terdapat ibu hamil trimester I yang mengalami stres kehamilan sejumlah 21 (65,6%) ibu hamil dari 32 ibu hamil. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemberian aromaterapi lemon dan relaksasi napas dalam terhadap ibu hamil trimester I di PMB L. Jenis penelitian ini Pra-Eksperimental dengan pendekatan one Group Pretest-Posttest desing menggunakan Acidental Sampling. Analisa data menggunakan uji Wilcoxond dengan hasil bahwa nilai Asymp.Sig(2-tailed) sebesar <0.001. Terdapat pengaruh pemberian aromaterapi lemon dan relaksasi napas dalam terhadap tingkat stres ibu hamil trimester I di PMB L.
Kata Kunci: Aromaterapi Lemon, Relaksasi Napas Dalam, Stres Ibu Hamil
Community Partnership Program Through Stimulating the Growth and Development of Pre-School Age Children at the Dharma Wanita Kindergarten, Ngadisuko Village, Durenan District Trenggalek Regency
Authors: Wulandari Dewi , Ixora Ixora
Published: June 2024

Children's social development begins to become somewhat complex when children reach the age of 3 years, because children have begun to enter the most basic realm of education, namely kindergarten. Children's social development is obtained from maturity and learning opportunities from various environmental responses to children. Early childhood education is a form of effort to stimulate pre-school social development (Fajarwati, et al, 2020). A child's development is influenced by various factors which influence each other, including: the stimulation the child receives from infancy, the maturity of the child when receiving the stimulation, the innate characteristics of the child, the attitude of the parents towards the child or baby and the interaction between the parents and the child. . Developmental stimulation has never been carried out at the Dharma Kindergarten, Ngadisuko Village, Durenan District. Early childhood really needs developmental stimulation to achieve optimal growth and development. Therefore, activities to stimulate children's mental growth and development through therapeutic group therapy are deemed necessary to improve children's mental growth and development. Implementation of stimulation of children's mental growth and development through therapeutic group therapy. Based on this description, the service team will carry out Community Service regarding the stimulation of early childhood growth and development at the Dharma Wanita Kindergarten, Ngadisuko Village, Durenan District, Trenggalek Regency
Implementation of RESTORE2 in Care Homes in England: A Mixed-Methods Evaluation
Authors: Nwolise Chidiebere , Peters Michele , Taylor Jonathan , Vollam Jon , Fitzpatrick Ray
Published: June 2024

Context: Older adults are more susceptible to acute deterioration. Delayed recognition or response is linked to poor health outcomes and adverse events. Identification and management of deterioration is more difficult in this population due to increasingly complex healthcare needs and limited/no healthcare knowledge of some staff. Enhancing ability of care home staff to recognise and communicate concerns could reduce avoidable harm for residents at risk of or experiencing physical deterioration. Objective: To evaluate the implementation of RESTORE2, a physical deterioration and escalation tool, in care homes.  Methods: A mixed-methods approach, comprising individual semi-structured interviews and online survey, was used. A total of 35 care home staff from 34 care homes took part in this evaluation.  Findings: Implementation of the full RESTORE2 tool was low. Several challenges that impeded successful implementation including complexity, uncertainty over carers’ role in carrying out clinical observations, inadequate training and buy-in from health-service providers, need to be addressed. Nevertheless, some benefits including improved staff knowledge/confidence to identify deterioration, escalate and communicate concerns, as well as potential to reduce unnecessary healthcare utilisation particularly 999 calls and hospital admissions were reported.  Limitations: This study was limited by the small sample size of the quantitative phase. The Covid-19 pandemic affected recruitment and engagement with care homes.  Implications: RESTORE2 has a long way to go to become a common language in social care. Collaboration between health professionals and care staff is important for RESTORE2 to become embedded into practice. Further quantitative and qualitative research is required to strengthen the evidence base.
Linear Statistical Features for the Purposes of Computer Network Automation
Authors: Milivojević Milan , Pavlović Milan , Zajeganović Marija
Published: June 2024

The development of artificial intelligence finds applications in vari­ous practical areas, such as computer networks. The primary goal of introduc­ing automated methods is the efficient optimization of computer network op­erations. As input data for each algorithm, parameters that best describe the computer network are defined. Therefore, it is essential to define which pa­rameters are relevant to ensure the significant use of automation methods. Parameters like Round-Trip Time delay resulting from ping commands can be used as the basis for defining input parameters for the automation system. This approach can help detect anomalies in network operation due to to­pology disruptions and increased load on specific links within the network. These anomalies can be mitigated by adjusting routing protocol parameters and activating redundant links. The authors describe basic features that can be extracted from time series data containing information about delay times. Special emphasis is placed on the characteristics that result from linear statis­tical analysis using the Python programming language.
Status Quo of Voluntary Sustainability Reporting by German SMEs in 2021
Authors: Gałkiewicz Dominika P. , Gaßner Veronika
Published: June 2024

New regulations related to Environment, Social and Governance (ESG), such as the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD) or the upcom­ing Taxonomy Regulation of the European Union (EU), will have a signifi­cant impact on various market participants. To gain insight, a study was con­ducted comparing sustainability reporting patterns of the top ten voluntary small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) sustainability reports. The results showed that these companies do not follow a uniform approach to sustain­ability reporting. Though the evaluated topics were the same, their contents and level of detail differed. It was also observed that some of the examined companies selected key performance indicators (KPIs) according to their pref­erence and explained them in detail. Moreover, the companies issued differ­ent types of sustainability reports, such as separate PDF reports, online ver­sions, or a combination of both. The companies provided extensive informa­tion on environmental issues, especially on GHG emissions, concrete mea­sures, and targets for reducing emissions and energy consumption. Many pre­sented this information in detail with status and KPIs linked to their sustain­ability program based on their previously identified material issues. However, the topics of pollution, water and marine resources, biodiversity, and ecosys­tems were only marginally addressed in the examined sustainability reports. Regarding social information, the investigated companies disclosed a broad spectrum of information on their own workforce, especially on working con­ditions, equal treatment, and opportunities. On the other hand, the report­ing of the examined companies varied widely for governance. Many firms re­ported on mandatory topics such as corruption, bribery, and political engage­ment. These findings are useful for policymakers, other companies including banks and suppliers, and individuals interested in assessing sustainability sta­tus and progress.
Analysis of Labor and the Workforce in the National Economy of the Republic of Bulgaria
Authors: Zagorova Krasimira
Published: June 2024

Human resources are carriers of the working force and reflect di­rectly the invested “live” labor in the activity of economic entities. The sub­ject of analysis in the present study are the economic categories «labor» and «workforce», including their meaning, characteristics, and specifics of their functions. Labor is a specific production factor and as such it is inherent in man as an indivisible part of him. Like a specific human activity, labor fulfills two main functions, namely economic and social. Another issue put under discussion is the state of the labor market and the dynamics of the employed workforce in the economy of the Republic of Bulgaria within the period 2018 – March 2023. The analysis focuses on the changes in the growth of employ­ment and the coefficient of economic activity of the population of the Repub­lic of Bulgaria, the structure of the workforce by age groups regarding the na­tional economy, its geographic distribution within the country, etc. At the end, conclusions and recommendations are summarized.
ICT as a Contribution to the Dissemination of Information to E-Consumers
Authors: Lopes Rodrigo , Dourado Alcina , Reis Leonilde
Published: June 2024

Currently, most organizations rely on Information Systems and In­formation and Communication Technologies to disseminate information in various contexts. Conversely, consumer rights are enshrined in the Constitu­tion of the Portuguese Republic and Law no. 24/96, of July 31, emphasizing the right to consumer information. The underlying problem lies in the diffi­culty of accessing information on consumer rights and duties. The project aims to create a Web Application to simplify information retrieval, avoid time wastage across different platforms, enhance data access and sharing speed, and increase data availability and connectivity. It seeks to empower citizens as consumers and enable organizations to access and disseminate informa­tion more efficiently. The application, developed using the Design Science Re­search methodology, facilitates quick access to consumer rights information, allows user registration and authentication, and offers account management features. Overall, it adds value to consumers’ lives by promoting awareness of responsible consumption.
Management of the Care of the Injured and Sick in Emergencies
Authors: Štrbac Katarina , Pažun Brankica
Published: June 2024

Managing the care of the injured and sick in emergencies is crit­ical to disaster and emergency preparedness. Effective management is es­sential to saving lives and minimizing suffering, whether it’s a natural disas­ter, a public health crisis, a mass casualty event, armed conflicts, or any oth­er emergency. For every possible emergency, it is necessary to follow funda­mental principles and steps: preparedness, assessment and triage, resource allocation, communication, evacuation and transportation, and coordina­tion with other institutions. Effective management of the injured and sick care in emergencies requires careful planning, coordination, and adapting to rapidly changing situations. Collaboration among healthcare organiza­tions, government agencies, and the community is crucial to ensure the best possible outcomes for those affected by emergencies. Coordinated activi­ties in a society are vital to be prepared for emergencies, including devel­oping emergency response plans on all levels. Management plays a crucial role in strengthening the resilience of communities and effective response to emergencies. The involvement of civil society, cooperation with the govern­ment and local self-governments, partnership with the private sector, iden­tification of challenges and obstacles, and recommendations for improving the management system are critical factors for successful risk management. Due to the necessary time caring for sick and injured people, one possible solution could be modern information technology. This paper is trying to raise the importance of this issue.
The Cultural Identity of the Region as a Sign of Social Development
Authors: Kirilova Ivanova Lyubov
Published: June 2024

The concept of culture is developed based on many customs, val­ues, traditions, religious characteristics, language and linguistic differenc­es, artifacts, and laws, through the preservation and practice of which the knowledge is transmitted to the population of a given territory, which helps in their rapid adaptation to the local environment and preservation of the local heritage. Cultural heritage is a part of the history of a given territory or region and is a source of social cohesion for the people who inhabit it. In this way, it is a prerequisite for determining the sense of identity of the people, as well as a vitally important factor for the sustainable development of a given territory and its positioning as competitive with other regions. Cultural herit­age is specific to each region and is a set of features related to the language, customs, manners, traditions, folklore diversity, natural features, and archi­tectural-historical wealth, typical for a given community or group of peo­ple, which build their cultural identity. The preservation of cultural identi­ty is an important mark for distinguishing and understanding the other, the foreign culture. On one hand, through the knowledge of the foreign identi­ty, a collective image of the region is created, and on the other, it emphasiz­es its characteristics, according to which a given community can define it­self and which emphasizes the differences in communication with other cul­tures and communities.
Selected Financial Factors of Tourism in the Slovak Republic
Authors: Orszaghova Dana
Published: June 2024

Tourism is one of the economic sectors extremely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic on a global scale. In addition to the rapid reduction of fi­nancial income from tourism, the negative impact caused the lack of employ­ees who evaluated this sector as risky and sought employment in another sec­tor. The main goal of this paper is to evaluate selected financial factors of tour­ism with a focus on post-pandemic changes in the conditions of the Slovak Re­public. During the pandemic, there was a significant drop in the number of visitors to accommodation facilities, specifically between 2019 and 2020 there was a drop of 50%. Revenues from tourism in 2020 decreased by an average of 60% compared to 2019. Comparing results in the period before and after the pandemic brought positive information about the restart of domestic tourism in Slovakia and also about increasing revenues of active and passive tourism.
Conceptual Model of a Software Accessibility Evaluation System
Authors: Nacheva Radka
Published: June 2024

The percentage of people with disabilities has increased, with 1.3 billion people worldwide having some form of disability. Advancements in technology have made it easier for people with disabilities to access resourc­es. However, many computer systems and software lack built-in accessibility features, making accessibility assessment software tools crucial for creating an accessible digital environment. They serve to automate the collection of interface usage data, its analysis, or the solution of potential problems in pro­viding digital accessibility. These tools record user interactions, analyze acces­sibility issues, and make recommendations for improvement. In this regard, this paper aims to propose a high-level conceptual model of a software ac­cessibility evaluation system’s prototype. The main objective is to study at­tributes of software quality and existing systems for evaluating accessibility.