bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A place-based approach in collaborative governance
Authors: Larrea Miren , Arrona Ainhoa , Barandiaran Xabier
Published: March 2024

Collaborative governance is a broad concept that includes many forms of collaborative arrangements among various actors that differ in their nature, objectives, and types of interactions. This article empirically illustrates how, despite being understudied in the literature on collaborative governance, the “place” dimension (used here to refer to territory as a collective subject) can serve as a backbone that provides a distinctive logic and dynamic, bringing about a specific collaborative governance model — one that is especially relevant in the context of collaborative initiatives by regional governments. We describe a series of necessary features for place-based dynamics to emerge. The article seeks to share a conceptual framework that distinguishes between government-centred and place-based approaches to collaborative governance which can be used as a reflective tool for facilitators of collaborative governance. The framework relies on two empirical cases employed to illustrate its application.
La gobernanza colaborativa es un concepto que incluye muchas formas de acuerdos de colaboración entre una amplia gama de actores que difieren en su naturaleza, objetivos y tipos de interacciones. Este artículo ilustra empíricamente cómo, aunque ha sido poco estudiada en la literatura sobre gobernanza colaborativa, la dimensión territorial (que interpretamos definiendo al territorio como sujeto colectivo) puede ser una columna vertebral que proporciona una lógica distintiva y un conjunto de dinámicas que se combinan para articular un modelo de gobernanza colaborativa específico, uno que es especialmente relevante en el marco de los intentos de colaboración de los gobiernos regionales. En este artículo diferenciamos, por lo tanto, entre región y territorio y describimos una serie de características que deben estar presentes para que surjan dinámicas territoriales. El artículo comparte un marco conceptual que diferencia el enfoque de gobernanza centrada en el gobierno, de la gobernanza colaborativa territorial. Proporcionamos así una herramienta reflexiva para los facilitadores de la gobernanza colaborativa. El marco se ha construido sobre la base de dos experiencias facilitadas por los autores.
MASERA, Gustavo Alberto y CORVALÁN ARAUJO, Facundo. (2023). Historia del pensamiento económico, Nuevas Perspectivas, Mendoza, Universidad del Aconcagua. ISBN 978-987-4971-59-3, 199 pp
Authors: Timmermann Enrique A.
Published: March 2024

Historia del Pensamiento Económico, nuevas perspectivas es una obra que ha logrado conjugar dos puntos importantes: dar a conocer o profundizar (según el caso) los trascendentales aportes de diferentes pensadores económicos y por otro lograr unirlos por un eje clave como es lo ético. Efectivamente, la moral económica atraviesa todo el libro.
Del caos al terror: Irak bajo la sombra del Estado Islámico (ISIS)
Authors: Juri Lourdes Azul
Published: March 2024

Este artículo se propone analizar e identificar las razones políticas, sociales y securitarias que contribuyeron al vacío de poder en el cual se sumió Irak en los años que le siguieron al fenómeno de la Primavera Árabe, los cuales desempeñaron un papel crucial en el arrebato de territorios por parte del grupo yihadista Estado Islámico en Irak (EII). El período temporal seleccionado (2011-2017) inicia con las protestas en Irak que surgieron en el contexto de los levantamientos conocidos como la Primavera Árabe en la región de Medio Oriente y Norte de África, mientras que el punto culminante se encuentra en diciembre de 2017, cuando Irak anunció su triunfo y la recuperación de las áreas que habían sido capturadas y ocupadas años antes por el grupo yihadista.

Para el cumplimiento de tal objetivo se realiza una recopilación y sistematización  bibliográfica entre las que se destacan documentos oficiales. Asimismo, se emplean artículos de revistas científicas, libros o capítulos de estos, trabajos expuestos en congresos,  reportes de centros de investigación, además de notas y artículos periodísticos de medios de comunicación iraquíes, regionales e internacionales.
Por una política exterior sin adjetivos
Authors: Laporte Juan Pablo
Published: March 2024

Este artículo intenta contribuir al debate actual sobre las posibilidades de construir un patrón de inserción internacional robusto, consistente y de largo plazo. Este deberá tener un único objetivo: aumentar el poder real del país en las dimensiones de la Interdependencia Hegemónica que permita elevar los niveles de desarrollo de la Argentina. Consideramos este objetivo, elinterés nacional estructural, como el que permite que los demás intereses se realicen.Para ello, intentaremos argumentar dos razonamientos. Por un lado, nos interrogamos de manera crítica, sobre los planteos que intentan comprender el orden internacional a partir de una transición lineal hacia el Asia-Pacífico, sin considerar otros aspectos y actores.Por otro lado, proponemos un relacionamiento de la Argentina centrado en más elementos que la adjetivación de la política exterior como una estrategia fija, inmóvil y definitiva en una nueva bipolaridad no hegemónica. Por el contrario, sostenemos que ésta debe ser el reflejo de un modelo de desarrollo inclusivo que se adecue a diversas situaciones en un mundo cada vez más incierto, interdependiente, pero con claras jerarquías globales.
Mujeres francófonas escritoras, lingüistas y pensadoras: Catherine Kerbrat-Orecchioni y su aportación a la lingüística
Authors: Zerva Adamantia , Marceteau Caballero Estefanía
Published: March 2024

En esta serie de Vídeos Didácticos se intenta visibilizar de manera transversal la aportación de la mujer a la literatura, la cultura y la lingüística. El presente vídeo aborda la aportación de la lingüista francesa Catherine Kerbrat-Orecchioni al análisis del discurso en interacción. Se dirige a un amplio público de estudiantes de francés desde los niveles iniciales hasta los avanzados (A1-C1) que están cursando sus estudios en la Universidad de Sevilla en el Grado de Estudios franceses (EEFF), en el Doble Grado en Primaria y EEFF, en los otros Grados de Filología (en Estudios Ingleses, en Lengua y Literatura Alemanas, en Estudios Árabes e Islámicos, en Filología Hispánica, en Filología Clásica y los Doble Grados con Educación Primaria), en el Grado de Turismo, en el MELLC (Facultad de Filología), en el MAES, en el MASELE y en el Instituto de Idiomas de la US. El presente vídeo didáctico aborda la aportación de Catherine Kerbrat-Orecchioni a la lingüística y al análisis del discurso en interacción.
How e-human resource management can increase employee productivity in F&B in Batam
Authors: Muchsinati Evi Silvana , Oktalia Adeline , Priscilla Yuddy Giovanna
Published: March 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of E-Human Resource Management (E-HRM) had on Batam’s F&B productivity.
Research methodology: A total of 395 respondents were included in the study. Four populations were used in this study, namely Starbucks, McDonalds, Mixue, and KFC, located in Batam City, Riau Islands, Brazil. The obtained data were processed using the PLS SEM application.
Results: The results suggest that the implementation of E-HRM has a significant positive impact on employee productivity in the F&B companies studied.
Limitations: There are many limitations when conducting this study due to difficulties in collecting data, information, and respondents at KFC, Mixue, Starbucks, and McDonalds. This causes this research to be suboptimal because the company maintains its data privacy. Therefore, this study only obtained respondent data internally. Then, with limited time, the time to distribute questionnaires to respondents was very short.
Contribution: This research provides a deep understanding of the importance of implementing E-HRM (E-Job Analysis, E-Training & Development, E-Performance Appraisal, E-Recruitment, and E-Communication) in increasing employee productivity in F&B companies in Batam City. The results show that e-HRM has a positive impact on Behavioral Intention, which contributes to increased employee productivity.
Audit committee characteristics and firm financial performance of quoted industrial goods firms in Nigeria
Authors: Abu Samuel Enejoh
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This study examines the effects of audit committee characteristics on the financial performance of listed industrial goods firms in Nigeria.
Research methodology: This study used an ex-post factor research design and utilized secondary data collected from the annual reports and accounts of thirteen (13) sampled industrial goods firms for a period of 10 years (2013-2022). The sample of firms was obtained using a purposive sampling technique. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression analysis (GLS Random Effect) with the aid of Stata 13.
Results: The findings reveal that an insignificant positive effect exists between audit committee size and financial performance (ROA and ROE), while audit committee independence has a significant negative effect on return on assets (ROA) and a negative insignificant effect on return on equity (ROE), and audit committee meetings have a positive significant effect on asset (ROA) and a positive insignificant effect on return on equity (ROE).
Limitations: The research is limited to only those companies in the industrial goods sector listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange from 2013 to 2022 and only focuses on the effect of audit committee characteristics on firm financial performance. There was also incomplete data, which did not allow for a complete and thorough analysis of the entire sector.
Contribution: This study contributes to the existing body of literature on the effect of audit committees on the financial performance of Nigeria’s listed industrial goods sector. It provides insights that can assist the board in formulating appropriate strategies to improve their performance.
Effect of Health, Spatial Planning and Work Discipline on Employee Work Effectiveness
Authors: Kurbani Adi , Novalia Nurkardina , Nuarly Machmud
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This study aims to test the hypothesis of the influence of health, spatial layout and work discipline on work effectiveness.
Methodology/approach: The research method used is associative quantitative. The population of this study were all State Civil Apparatus (ASN) totaling 50 employees at the Ogan Komering Ilir Regency Education Office. The sampling technique used non-probability sampling, namely Purposive sampling. The sources and techniques for collecting data in this study are primary data by distributing questionnaires to respondents and secondary data by collecting documentation and literature studies relevant to the research.
Results/findings: Seeing from the results of the t test, the health variable partially affects the work effectiveness variable, the spatial variable partially affects the work effectiveness variable, and also the work discipline variable partially affects work effectiveness, along with the results of the F test, the health, spatial and work discipline variables have a positive effect together on employee work effectiveness.
Limitations: This study has a scope that only aims to examine the State Civil Apparatus (ASN) only and is not comprehensive for all populations in the agency.
Contribution: The results of this study are expected to be a benchmark for learning, especially in the field of human resources and also as an additional understanding for further research. This research is also expected to make a significant contribution in the form of articles, reports and presentations, become visibility to agencies in academic and practical circles on the same topic, become a consideration or evaluation material for the leadership of the Education Office in improving health, spatial and work discipline and employee work effectiveness.
effect of FDI Net Inflow on the GDP growth rate: 1990-2021
Authors: Chike Nwosu Kanayo , Oguanobi Chimezie Alex , Mbamalu Euphemia Ifunanya , Egbunike Chinedu Francis
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This study examines the impact of foreign direct investment (FDI) on the gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate in Nigeria from 1990 to 2021.
Research methodology: This study employed time-series data from the World Bank’s World Development Indicator Database to ensure data homogeneity. The data were assessed for stationarity using the ADF unit root test. All the data were stationary after the first difference. The hypothesis was tested using ordinary least squares (OLS) with BLUE properties.
Results: The study finds a significant positive effect of foreign direct investment net inflow on GDPGR (p<.05). The control variables DEGO (p=0.3299) and INFL (p=0.3321) showed positive coefficients but were non-significant.
Limitations: The study used only data from the Nigerian context, from 1990 to 2021, which affects the generalizability of the study findings to other countries in SSA, and a limited number of control variables, such as DEGO and INFL.
Contribution: This study contributes to the literature on FDI’s impact of FDI on the economic growth of African nations. The research findings have critical policy implications for governments aiming to achieve sustainable economic growth.
Practical Implications: This study has policy implications for developmental governance in Nigeria and SSA countries.
Novelty: This study deviates from prior studies that agree that illicit financial flows in the form of FDI outflows negatively affect growth and focus on FDI net inflows’ beneficial impacts on the Nigerian economy.
The influence of individual characteristics and work discipline on the performance of PT employees Bank Syariah Indonesia Palopo Branch
Authors: Adil Adil , Sapar Sapar , Marhani Marhani , Rosa Imelda
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This study examines and analyzes the individual characteristics and work discipline that affect employee performance in physical therapy (PT). Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) Tbk Palopo Branch.

Methodology: This study was a quantitative research using a descriptive approach. The population in this study comprised all employees who worked at PT. Bank Syariah Indonesia(BSI) Tbk Palopo Branch. Thirty-five samples were used in this study amounted to 35 people. The data analysis techniques used were a descriptive statistical test, classical assumption test, and multiple regression analysis.

Results: The results were as follows: 1). Individual characteristics had a positive and significant effect on the performance. Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) Tbk Palopo Branch, 2). Work discipline has a positive and significant effect on the performance of PT employees. Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) Tbk Palopo Branch. 3). The results of the F test show that the characteristics and work discipline simultaneously (together) have a positive and significant effect on the performance of PT employees. Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) TbkPalopo Branch. Individual characteristics and work discipline have a contribution or influence on employee performance variables by 43.20%, while the remaining 56.80% is influenced by other variables not examined in this study.

Contribution: This study provides valuable insights into the factors that influence employee performance in the Indonesian banking sector, specifically in the context of Islamic banking.
The Influence of Organizational Behavior and Finger Print Technology on Employee Work Discipline at The Palopo City Land Office
Authors: Putri Putri , Suardi Ahmad , Basir Adil
Published: March 2024

Purpose: The aim of this research is that researchers want to determine whether organizational behavior and fingerprint technology influence the work discipline at the Palopo City Land Office.

Research methodology: Quantitative methods were used in this study. This research was conducted at the Palopo City Land Office between October and November 2023. Data were obtained by distributing questionnaires to 80 respondents. The collected data were tested using multiple linear regression analysis with SPSS statistics application program version 20 to test two or more independent variables against the dependent variable.

Results: From the results of the T test, it is proven that the organizational behavior variable has a partial effect on work discipline at the Palopo City Land Office, and that the fingerprint technology variable has a partial effect on work discipline at the Palopo City Land Office. The test results from this research show that fcount > Fiable or 117,552 3.11, with a significance value of 0.001 < 0.05, can be said to be significant because this proves that organizational behavior and fingerprint technology have a positive effect on work discipline.

Implementation: Thus, it can be concluded that all independent variables in this research work together or simultaneously on the dependent variable. The coefficient of determination in this study was also 0.753 or 75.3%, which shows that organizational behavior and fingerprint technology can influence changes in work discipline, while the remaining 24.7% is explained by other factors outside of this research.
Development of a web-based Multimedia Learning Management System (MlMS) in High School Physics Learning
Authors: Jh Taufik Solihudin , Annas Suwardi , Saud Syukur
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This research aims to investigate: (1) students' needs for a web-based Multimedia Learning Management System (MLMS) in high school physics learning, (2) designing a prototype model for developing a web-based Multimedia Learning Management System (MLMS) in high school physics learning, (3 ) the validity of the web-based Multimedia Learning Management System (MLMS) development model in high school physics learning, (4) measuring the practicality of the web-based Multimedia Learning Management System (MLMS) development model in high school physics learning, and (5) the effectiveness of the Multimedia Learning Management System development model (MLMS) web-based in high school physics learning.

Research methodology: The research method applied was research and development using the one-group pre-test and post-test design (ADDIE) model. The object of this research was high school students, with samples taken from four schools (three private schools and one state school) in South Tangerang.

Results: The assessment results for static electricity material at schools I and II were in the medium category, with gain value of 0.64 and 0.63, respectively, while at school III, they were in the high category with a gain value of 0.70. Statistical significance (school I, school II, and school III) in Static Electricity shows t < 0.05, while in dynamic electricity material, schools I and II are in the high category, with the same gain value of 0.7 and a significant level t-test results t < 0.05.

Implementation: The material expert validation results showed a validity level of 90.91% (very good), whereas the multimedia expert validation results reached 83.75% (very good). Professional physics teachers gave positive responses, with a material and multimedia acceptance rate of 84.82% (very good), whereas student responses reached 79.98% (very good). Effectiveness based on improving student learning outcomes was measured by providing pre-tests, treatments, and post-tests (One Group Pre-test, Post-test Design) using the N-gain value.
Horn banana peel powder biocoagulants in lowering the turbidity of water
Authors: Priyadi Priyadi , A’yun Qurrota , Navianti Diah , Sukarjo Sukarjo
Published: March 2024

Purpose: In response to contemporary global issues like pollution, global warming, and the loss of natural resources, the circular bioeconomy has been proposed. Using organic waste as a bioagulant facilitates the shift to a circular and sustainable bioeconomy. For homes that use well water that has been excavated, the concentration of chemical coagulants must be taken into consideration. The purpose of this study is to use banana peel powder as a biocoagulant to lower the turbidity level of water from a dug well.

Research methodology: The Paired Sample T-Test and the ANOVA test with Welsh correction were used to examine the average change in turbidity 0.000 <0.05 was the ? value obtained.

Results: The Post Hoc Games-Howell test findings revealed a noteworthy distinction between the treatment groups. This study concludes that the biocoagulant made of powdered banana horn can lower turbidity to a level that satisfies health standards.
Navigating Challenges and Maximizing Benefits in the Integration of Information and Communication Technology in African Primary Schools
Authors: Ogenyi Fabian Chukwudi , Eze Val Hyginus Udoka , Ugwu Chinyere N.
Published: March 2024

The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the educational systems of both public and private primary schools in Africa has become a crucial factor in enhancing teaching and learning. This paper explores the role of ICT tools in education, including computers, interactive whiteboards, learning management systems, educational apps, online collaboration tools, television, and online assessment tools. It discusses their applications and the advantages they offer, such as fostering creativity, improving academic performance, increasing motivation and responsibility, and promoting teamwork. However, it also acknowledges the challenges associated with ICT integration, including distractions, excessive usage, exposure to false information, data theft, reduced human contact, and cyberbullying. Moreover, the paper highlights key challenges in African education, such as the lack of computer literacy among instructors, low teledensity, unstable power supply, inadequate financing, and the absence of a comprehensive ICT curriculum. It concludes by emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to ICT integration, addressing infrastructure, teacher training, curriculum development, and organizational support to realize the full potential of ICT in education especially at the Primary school level.
Cardiovascular Disease Prediction Using Machine Learning
Authors: Agrawal Atharva Mangeshkumar
Published: March 2024

Heart disease-related deaths have become a big issue in today's world, with one person dying from the disease every minute. It considers both male and female groups, and the ratio varies by location. It is also used for the 25-69 age group. This isn't to say that people of all ages will be affected by heart disease. This condition could start in the early stages of life, and predicting the source and sickness is currently a huge challenge. Heart disease is one of the world's most fatal problems, one that cannot be seen with the naked eye and manifests itself as soon as it reaches its limits. As a result, precise diagnosis at the right moment is necessary. Every day, the health-care business generates massive amounts of patient and illness-related data. Researchers and practitioners, on the other hand, do not make appropriate use of this data. Despite its lack of knowledge, the healthcare business now has a wealth of data. In data mining and machine learning, there are a variety of approaches and tools for extracting usable information from databases and using that information to make more accurate diagnoses and decisions. So, in order to detect such disorders in time for adequate treatment, a reliable, precise, and feasible approach is required. In the realm of medicine, machine learning algorithms and approaches have been used to process enormous data sets. Researchers employ a variety of data mining and machine learning approaches to analyse large data sets and aid in the accurate prediction of cardiac illnesses. This research compares and contrasts the Nave Bayes, Help Vector Machine, Random Forest, and supervised learning models to find the most successful algorithm. When compared to other algorithms, Random Forest has95.08 per cent more precision.
Mobile Disinfectant Spraying Robot and its Implementation Components for Virus Outbreak: Case Study of COVID-19
Authors: Udoka Eze Val Hyginus , Edozie Enerst , Davis Musika , Dickens Twijuke , Janat Wantimba , Wisdom Okafor , Umaru Kalyankolo , Nafuna Ritah , Yudaya Nansukusa
Published: March 2024

The virus pandemic COVID-19 outbreak brought a huge pressure to the public healthcare system worldwide, especially in developing African countries like Uganda. The Educational system and institutions were put on a standstill due to no quick countermeasures to make the environment clean and safe for normal activities to continue. This paper successfully and comprehensively reviewed the Bluetooth and smart disinfectant spraying robot that successfully controlled the spread of the deadly virus. It also detailed different components that made up the complete spraying robot systems and from this it was observed that spraying robot systems are made up of almost the same components for implementations but differs on program that is embedded on the microcontroller due to different functions. This programing differs based on the functions that the designer/programmer wants the robot to do despite using almost the same components. This research review paper will act as guide for future researchers when designing and implementing a mobile spraying robot.
A Deep Reinforcement Learning Agent for Snake Game
Authors: Hossain Md Meem , Fakokunde Akinwumi , Olaolu Omololu Isaac
Published: March 2024

After watching AlphaGo a Netflix documentary which presents how AlphaGo is an AI computer game developed by deep-mind technologies based on deep reinforcement learning (DRL). Since then, my interest in reinforcement learning has been growing. In this project, I will apply reinforcement learning to develop an agent to play snake game. Where Deep learning will implement a neural Network to help the agent (snake) to learn what action must take to get a state. If we describe deep reinforcement learning (DRL) model where agent interacts with an environment and chooses an action. Based on action, agents receive feedback from the environment as states (or perceives) and rewards. A state = an array with 11 input values, each input values represent a neural network that provides an output of 3 values, each one represents three possible actions the agent (snake) can take (Straight, Right Turn and Left Turn).
HIPISMO PARALÍMPICO BRASILEIRO: UMA REVISÃO NARRATIVA
Authors: Maia Juliana , Pereira Ester Liberato , Mazo Janice Zarpellon
Published: March 2024

O Hipismo Paralímpico é um esporte com história relativamente recente no Brasil. O presente estudo tem como objetivo averiguar em que cenários o Hipismo Paralímpico é retratado nas discussões e nos temas dos trabalhos publicados. Para isso foi realizada uma revisão narrativa acerca da produção acadêmica nacional sobre o hipismo paralímpico brasileiro. A busca foi delimitada para abranger produções acadêmicas disponíveis on-line e utilizou as palavras-chave “hipismo paralímpico” e “adestramento paraequestre”. Em seguida, a busca foi ampliada, ao utilizar diversas combinações de termos, associando a pessoa com deficiência às práticas equestres. Os textos encontrados foram agrupados em três temáticas: a) Representações de atletas paralímpicos; b) Hipismo Paralímpico e a equoterapia; c) Militares e as práticas paraequestres. Constatou-se que os tópicos levantados são fundamentais para o entendimento de contextos e culturas pertinentes ao Hipismo Paralímpico brasileiro.
Recebido em: 05/12/2023Reformulado em: 12/01/2024Aceito em: 18/01/2024
A atuação da enfermagem diante da não adesão ao exame citopatológico
Authors: Milhomem Heloisa Ghyovanna Araújo Soares , Lemes Izolda Beatriz Cunha , Freiteiro Susam Lia Perna Ramos , Oliveira Katiulcy Carvalho
Published: March 2024

A saúde pública já alguns anos vem alertando para a questão do câncer do colo uterino (CCU), considerado com maior probabilidade de prevenção, sendo o terceiro tipo de câncer que mais acomete mulheres em todo mundo, relacionado com o Papilomavírus Humano (HPV). Sendo assim, este estudo trata-se de uma revisão integrativa de literatura voltada a questão da atuação da enfermagem diante da não adesão ao exame citopatológico, tendo como objetivo mostrar o papel do profissional de enfermagem na prevenção do CCU, na atenção básica, trazendo as mulheres que não aderiram ao exame a importância da realização do exame citopatológico, da educação em saúde e do acolhimento para garantir o rastreamento precoce. Como também, apresentar as dificuldades do sexo feminino na realização do Papanicolau, pelas questões da escolaridade, confiança, tabus, entre outros. Para o desenvolvimento deste artigo, foi realizada uma análise por meio de bases de dados, a saber: LILACS (Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde); PUBMED (National Libery of Medicine); SCIELO (Scientific Electronic Library Online); e BVS (Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde). Concluindo, após observar estudos relacionados ao tema proposto, observou-se que a falta de informação da importância do clicado com a saúde e com o acolhimento no momento da consulta, parte da população feminina acaba negligenciando e não realizando o exame citopatológico, desta forma não conseguindo diagnosticar de forma precoce o CCU.
Raspberry-Pi Based Smart Environmental Monitoring and Controlling System
Authors: Kulkarni Aditi , Nayak C K Karan , Lokesh Sathvik , S P Meharunnisa
Published: March 2024

This study presents the design and implementation of an Internet of Things (IoT) based framework for continuous monitoring and control of air quality parameters. The system incorporates various sensors, including the DHT11 for temperature and humidity measurement, the MQ-135 for gas detection, an LM393 comparator sensor for rainfall detection, and an additional 12V fan controlled by a relay. These sensors seamlessly interface with a Raspberry Pi, serving as the central control unit. The collected data is transmitted to the ThingSpeak cloud platform for real-time visualization and analysis. The system's architecture allows for remote monitoring and control of air quality parameters, facilitating proactive decision-making for environmental management. Experimental results demonstrate the system's effectiveness in providing accurate and timely information about temperature, humidity, rainfall, and gas concentrations in the air, making it a valuable tool for environmental monitoring and control applications.
Penguins hunting jellyfish: main course, side dish or decoration?
Authors: Mattern Thomas , Ellenberg Ursula , van Heezik Yolanda , Seddon Philip
Published: March 2024

Recent studies using DNA analysis and animal-borne cameras indicate that jellyfish may play a more important role in the diet of seabirds than the analysis of stomach contents suggest. But what role is this? Do birds consume jellies as a normal part of their diet or only when other food is scarce? While studying the foraging behavior of Yellow-eyed penguins using high-definition video loggers during a jelly bloom we found an alternative explanation for the birds’ interest in jellies.
Chemical compositions and structure of surface layers of У8, У10 tool steels and steel 45 after laser processing
Authors:   Sidashov A.V. Kozakov A.T. Yaresko S.I. Manturov D.S.
Published: March 2024

X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy is used to study the chemical and phase compositions of the oxide layers of У8, У10 steels and steel 45, formed during laser processing. It is shown that in the surface layers of treated steels the arrangement of oxides (Fe2O3, Fe3O4, FeO) in depth is the same, but their thicknesses are different, which affects their tribological properties.

Keywords
steel, laser processing, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, chemical composition, oxide layer, interfacial area, tribological properties
Experimental study of the process of corrugation by local plastic deformation
Authors:   Kuhar' V.D. Korotkov V.A. Yakovlev S.S. SHishkina A.A. Goncharov S.S.
Published: March 2024

The production of cylindrical shells with spiral corrugation of the inner surface is considered. A stamp developed for these purposes, its diagram and operating principle are presented. The general provisions of experimental studies, the chemical compositions of workpieces and their indicators of mechanical properties are determined. Parts with corrugation are obtained and their quality indicators are determined.

Keywords
corrugation, experiment, stamp, computer modeling, local plastic deformation
A new approach to methods for determining the stickiness of soils during their development by the working bodies of earthmoving machines
Authors:   Grigorev P.A. Sladkova L.A.
Published: March 2024

The analysis of the proposed methods for determining stickiness for various materials and media indicates that they allow quantifying only the normal component of soil stickiness. The proposed methodology for determining and evaluating stickiness allows determining along with the normal component (tear resistance) and tangential, which is necessary for the development of methods and technical means to combat sticking. The proposed methodology consists of two parts that complement each other, and involves their joint use. The proposed methodology represents a new approach to determining the stickiness index of soils during their development by the working bodies of earthmoving machines.

Keywords
stickiness, earthmoving machines, working bodies, normal and tangential component of stickiness
ИСТОРИЯ И ПЕРСПЕКТИВЫ ЛОББИЗМА В РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ
Authors: Королёв Д.А . , Чивви Е.Н. , Булгаров М.А.
Published: March 2024

Данная статья раскрывает все вытекающие аспекты из понятия «лоббизм», рассматривает проблемы и тенденции развития данного направления в Российской Федерации. Основной задачей ставится поиск путей решения проблем, возникающих в ходе внедрения лоббизма в российскую практику и способы взаимодействия власти и бизнеса.
КЛОНОВЫЕ СОРТА ЯБЛОНИ В УСЛОВИЯХ УМЕРЕННО-КОНТИНЕНТАЛЬНОГО КЛИМАТА СЕВЕРНОГО КАВКАЗА
Authors: Мамалова Х.Э. , Бибиева М.В.
Published: March 2024

В данной статье рассмотрены значения показателей, позволяющие судить о товарных качествах плодов и их биохимическом составе. Применение новейших методов и приемов обработки плодовых культур на основе гибридных сортов и клоновых подвоев позволяют возделывать различные сорта яблони мировой селекции в условиях умеренно-континентального климата. Районирование новых сортов делает их более доступными для широких слоев населения и экономически выгодными для сельскохозяйственных товаропроизводителей, что очень важно при интенсификации садоводства [1c.16-18]. В связи с этим на территории Северо-Кавказского региона проведены исследования, способствующие повышению уровня рентабельности урожая за счет возделывания высокоэффективных культурных сортов яблони, позволяющие выращивать интродуцированные сорта плодовой культуры в промышленных масштабах, с высокой экономической эффективностью.
БЕЛЬГИЙСКАЯ ОВЧАРКА
Authors: Алексеева Е.А. , Чалова Н.А.
Published: March 2024

В работе представлена история создания породы собак бельгийская овчарка, описаны основные вехи развития породы, ее современное состояние, направления практического использования.
АНАЛИЗ АНАТОМО-ТОПОГРАФИЧЕСКОГО РАСПОЛОЖЕНИЯ ОРГАНОВ ВОСПРОИЗВОДСТВА В ПЕРИОД СТЕЛЬНОСТИ КОРОВ В РАЗНЫХ СТАДИЯХ ЕГО РАЗВИТИЯ
Authors: Зелимханова С.Л. , Ахмадов В.Т.
Published: March 2024

Ранняя диагностика устанавливается по топографии расположения половых органов и возможной асимметрии рогов матки, тонусу, желтым телам, амниотичному пузырю. При больших сроках стельности матку обнаруживают в брюшной полости, также можно прощупать плод, карункулы. Все анатомические образования плода в беременной матке при ректальном исследовании и диагностике стельности пальпацией прощупываются, благодаря этому при отсутствии стельности можно повторить осеменение. У стельных коров нами выявлено смещение плода и увеличение ее околоплодных оболочек, изменение цвета слизистых оболочек влагалища, теряется вязкость слизи. Установление расположения органов размножения у плодных и холостых животных проводилось поэтапно в разные сроки развития плода: на 30-40; 41-50; 51-60; 61-70; 71-80; 81-90 дни стельности животных. Физиологическое состояние у отеливших коров (характер выделений, степень инволюции, сократительная функция матки и т.д.) изучали с целью готовности животного к осеменению.
ANALISIS FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI PENGELOLAAN KEUANGAN PADA REMAJA SMA DI DESA DUWET SITUBONDO DENGAN INKLUSI KEUANGAN SEBAGAI VARIABEL MEDIASI
Authors: Zainiyah Siti , Karnadi Karnadi , Sari Lita Permata
Published: March 2024

The research objective was to determine the Analysis of the Factors Influencing Financial Management in High School Youth in Duwet Situbondo Village with Financial Inclusion as a Mediation Variable. In this study the sampling technique used was Saturated Sample with a total sample of 78. Data analysis and hypothesis testing in this study used the Structural Equation Model - Partial Least Square (PLS-SEM).The results of the direct effect hypothesis test using the Smart PLS 3.0 application, show that financial literacy has a positive and significant effect on financial inclusion, financial attitudes have a positive and significant effect on financial inclusion, financial literacy has a positive and significant effect on financial management, financial attitudes have a negative but significant effect on Financial management, financial inclusion has a positive and significant effect on financial management, financial inclusion has a positive but not significant effect on financial management through financial inclusion, financial attitudes have a positive and significant effect on financial management through financial inclusion.
ANALISIS FAKTOR - FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI NILAI PERUSAHAAN PADA PERUSAHAAN MAKANAN DAN MINUMAN YANG TERDAFTAR DI BURSA EFEK INDONESIA PERIODE 2019-2021 DENGAN PROFITABILITAS SEBAGAI VARIABEL INTERVENING
Authors: Suryanti Desy , Sari Lita Permata , Pramitasari Triska Dewi
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of liquidity and leverage on the firm value with profitability as an intervening variable in food and beverage companies listed on the Indonesian stock exchange for the 2019-2021 period. The population of this study is all food and beverage companies listed on the IDX, totaling 30 companies. The sampling technique in this study used purposing sampling so that 12 samples of data analysis were obtained. Data analysis and hypothesis testing in this study used Smart PLS 3.0 application. The results of this study indicated that Liquidity had a positive significant effect on Profitability, Leverage had a negative significant effect on Profitability, Liquidity had a negatife significant effect on Firm Value, Leverage and Profitability had a positive significant effect on Firm Value, Liquidity had a positive significant effect on Firm Value through Profitability and Leverage had a negative significant effect on Firm Value through Profitability.
ANALISA DISIPLIN KERJA DAN LINGKUNGAN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PADA PG ASEMBAGOES DENGAN KEPUASAN KERJA SEBAGAI VARIABEL INTERVENING
Authors: Syarifa Lailatus , Karnadi Karnadi , Pramesthi Riska Ayu
Published: March 2024

The results of the hypothesis testing using the Smart PLS 3.0 application indicate that directly, work discipline has a significantly positive influence on job satisfaction, the work environment has a significantly positive influence on job satisfaction, work discipline has a positive but not significant influence on performance, the work environment has a positive but not significant influence on performance, and job satisfaction has a positive but not significant influence on performance. The results of the hypothesis testing for indirect effects show that the work discipline variable has a positive but not significant influence on performance through job satisfaction, and the work environment variable has a positive but not significant influence on performance through job satisfaction.
PENGARUH KOMPETENSI DAN KOMPENSASI TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PADA KANTOR PEGADAIAN KOTA PROBOLINGGO DENGAN MOTIVASI SEBAGAI VARIABEL INTERVENING
Authors: Firdaus Aditya Abzar , Karnadi Karnadi , Fandiyanto Randika
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this research is to analyze the influence of variablesThe Influence of Competence and Compensation on Employee Performance at Pawnshops in Probolinggo City With Motivation as an Intervening Variable. By using the Partial Least Square (PLS) structural equation model.

The results of the direct effect hypothesis test using the Smart PLS 3.0 application. Competence has a significant positive effect on Motivation (H1 is accepted), Compensation has a significant positive effect on Motivation (H2 is accepted), Competence has a significant positive effect on Employee Performance (H3 is accepted), Compensation has a significant positive effect on Employee Performance (H4 is accepted), Motivation has a significant positive effect on Employee Performance (H5 is accepted), Competence has a significant positive effect on Employee Performance through Motivation (H6 is accepted), and Compensation has a positive but not significant effect on Employee Performance through Motivation (H7 is rejected).
ANALISIS FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI KINERJA PERANGKAT DESA DENGAN DISIPLIN KERJA SEBAGAI VARIABEL INTERVENING (Studi Kasus di Desa Bercak, Desa Bercak Asri, Desa Kladi. Kecamatan Cermee Kab. Bondowoso)
Authors: Septianingrum Rini , Hamdun Edy Kusnadi , Anshory Muhammad Iqbal
Published: March 2024

The aim of this study was to analyze the factors of leadership style and work environment that influence the performance of village officials with Workout discipline as an intervening variable (case study in Bercak Village, Bercak Asri Village, Kladi Village, Cermee District, Bondowoso Regency). The sampling technique used in this research was a saturated sample with a total sample of 44 village officials. Data analysis and hypothesis testing in this research used Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM)

The results of direct effect hypothesis test using Smart PLS 3.0 application showed that leadership style has a positive but not significant effect on work discipline, work environment has a positive but not significant effect on work discipline, leadership style has a positive but not significant effect on performance, work environment has a significant positive effect on performance, work discipline has a significant positive effect on performance, leadership style has nosignificant effect on performance through work discipline, work environment has not significant effect on performance through work discipline.
Reactive antibodies against brain antigens as serological biomarkers of neurodegenerative diseases
Authors: Egiguren-Ortiz June , Domínguez-Fernández Celtia , Razquin Jone , Heras-García Laura De las , Astigarraga Egoitz , Miguelez Cristina , Barreda-Gómez Gabriel
Published: March 2024

The aging of the population, attributed to increased life expectancy, coincides with a rise in the prevalence of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. The symptoms of these disorders, such as motor disturbances and cognitive impairment, occur only after significant neurological damage, greatly diminishing the effectiveness of treatments. Consequently, achieving early diagnosis of neurodegenerative diseases stands as a paramount global health challenge. These conditions are characterized by the progressive loss of specific neuronal groups in the nervous system, resulting in dysfunction and eventual cell death in the brain. Although the exact cause of neuronal degeneration remains largely unknown, recent studies have revealed the significant involvement of the immune system in the pathogenesis of these diseases. Notably, the identification of reactive antibodies targeting specific antigens has highlighted a close association between immune mechanisms and the neurodegenerative process. Thus, the aim of this review is to explore the mechanisms of the adaptive immune system and their impact on the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative diseases, with a particular focus on reactive antibodies and their potential as diagnostic biomarkers.
Unraveling the challenges of diagnosing dementia with Lewy bodies in a patient with alcohol and benzodiazepine misuse: A case study-based review
Authors: Tuchman Kelly , Henderson Sr Fraser C.
Published: March 2024

Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLBs) is the second most common cause of neurodegenerative dementia in the United States, after Alzheimer’s disease, and is often misdiagnosed. A history of substance use disorder (SUD) complicates the diagnosis process, and side effects of substance misuse can mirror or mask signs of degenerative dementia. The fluctuating cognition and mobility which would normally point toward DLB are erroneously seen as signs of SUD or polypharmacy. However, a history of SUD should not preclude the diagnosis of DLB or other forms of proteinopathy, as substance misuse can contribute to the development of neurodegenerative dementias. Both alcohol and benzodiazepines have a sedative effect as ligands to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptors. Long-term use, misuse, and withdrawals can upset the delicate GABAergic/glutamatergic balance, resulting in adverse neuroimmune and neuroinflammatory responses which contribute to the pathologies seen in degenerative dementias, such as DLB. In this paper, we review the challenges, including limitations of standardized instruments for dementia and the harms of delayed diagnosis, in DLB diagnosis, in combination with our experiences drawn from studying a polypharmacy-practicing 68-year-old man with a 40-year history of benzodiazepine and alcohol use. Understanding the underlying mechanisms of SUD serves to destigmatize the condition to expedite treatment and further our knowledge of the relationship between neuroinflammation and dementia.
From burrow to bungalow: The role of storytelling in regenerative architecture
Authors: Hughes Rolf
Published: March 2024

Regenerative architecture requires interdisciplinary knowledge instruments to help us reconceive research from post-anthropocene perspectives, initiating new conversations about how we creatively engage our world. In this paper, the author — a writer, prose poet, and professor of artistic research — explores the contribution of storytelling as a practice within artistic research to regenerative architecture, a form of architecture for which the ecological and ethical implications of each design decision are foremost. It argues, through a reading of Kafka’s last short story, The Burrow, that the current focus on maintenance and sustainability may be insufficient; we need, like Jack in the tale “Jack and the Beanstalk,” to explore the problem of survival on a higher level. Artistic research can help us navigate uncertainty, develop toolsets, integrate practices, and extend the concept of experiment. Artistic researchers develop knowledge-making through unconventional concepts, creative methodologies, and alternative practices that accompany and engender unique sensibilities, patterns of thought, and knowledge formats. Bringing established knowledge practices into dialog with non-conventional perspectives, such research provokes new mode(l)s of knowledge that serve regenerative architecture’s need for “worlding” narratives. Inviting us to think anew through remaking the world materially and relationally, the paper argues that storytelling allows us to mediate emergent encounters and alternative epistemologies. It summarizes the salient elements of narrative craft, provides examples of regenerative themes in different cultural narratives, including two Chinese folk tales, offers a reading of Franz Kafka’s The Burrow from a regenerative architecture perspective, and adapts Kafka’s story into a contemporary setting through an original short story — a fable for the consequences of ignoring ongoing signs of crisis. The paper, which is illustrated by the author’s original artistic images throughout, is a contribution from a foremost proponent of language-based artistic research, a practice that combines creative and critical writing. By enfolding creative and critical approaches to regenerative architecture, the paper demonstrates how stories can provide compelling models of ethical and political complexities that engage interdependencies within the ecological realm.