bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Nursing interns’ perception about artificial intelligence applications in nursing
Authors: Abdel-Moaty Mohamed A.A. , El-Molla Magda A. , Abdel-Wahab Eglal A.
Published: October 2024

Background

In the rapid transition of healthcare, nurse interns must respond rapidly to changing technology, as they are newcomers and future nurses to provide patients with good quality care and to stay relevant in the competitive market. The study aimed to assess nursing interns’ perception of artificial intelligence applications in nursing.

Study design

A descriptive design was utilized in this study.

Sample

A convenience sample of 420 nurse interns.

Setting

This study was carried out at Cairo University hospitals at different ICUs where nurse interns were trained.

Tools

Two tools were used to collect the study data as follows: (1) Personal and work-related data form and (2) Artificial intelligence (AI) technology questionnaire.

Results

The main findings illustrated that the highest percentage (47.5%) of nursing interns had a low level of total perception about AI applications in nursing, more than one-third (34.8%) had a moderate level, while the lowest percentage (17.7%) had a high level of total perception about AI applications in nursing.

Conclusion

Accordingly, it can be concluded that nurse interns generally had a low perception of AI applications in nursing across all dimensions, with the highest mean percentage related to attitudes and feelings toward AI.

Recommendations

Increase nursing interns’ awareness and preparation with the knowledge and skills necessary to work effectively with AI systems and incorporate AI into nursing curricula.
Influence of job demands and job control on work–life balance among nursing staff
Authors: Mabrouk Asmaa zakaria abdel Wakil , Seada Abeer Mohammed , Mohammed Nadia Taha
Published: October 2024

Background

Job control is an important factor for managing job demands and achieving work–life balance, which reflects on nursing staff performance and patient care.

Aim

The aim was to examine the influence of job demands and job control on work–life balance among nursing staff.

Design

A descriptive, correlational research design was used for this study.

Setting

The study was conducted at El-Sadat Central Hospital in Menoufia Governorate, which is affiliated to the Ministry of Health.

Sampling

A convenient sample of 150 nursing staff out of 313 constituted the study sample.

Tools

Data was collected by utilizing the following three tools. (I) Personal characteristics and work-related data sheet. (II) Job demands and job control questionnaire. (III) Work–life balance questionnaire.

Results

The results revealed that the total mean percent of job demands among nurses was 70.7%, which indicated a high level of job demands. Moreover, the mean score of job control among nurses was 64%, which indicated a moderate level of job control. Also, the mean score of work–life balance among nurses was 76.7%, which indicated a moderate level of work–life balance.

Conclusion

There was a highly statistically significant positive, strong correlation between job control and work–life balance among the studied nursing staff, and there was a negative correlation between job demands and both job control and work–life balance.

Recommendations

Nurse unit managers should support nurses with a healthy work environment, which involves good management of workload and ensuring the availability and dissemination of guidelines, standards, policies, and procedures to achieve organization.
Assessment of occupational health hazards among printing press workers
Authors: Ibrahim Amany S.A. , Fouad Nawal A. , Elkodoos Rehab F.A.
Published: October 2024

Background

Workers in printing press are frequently exposed to various occupational health hazards, including physical, chemical, mechanical (ergonomic), biological, and psychological hazards while doing their jobs. Chemical and mechanical hazards pose a significant threat to the health and safety of printing press workers (PPWs). A hazardous working condition not only brings numerous health risks to the workers’ health but also minimizes the enterprise’s productivity. Recognizing these hazards and their consequences is the first step toward creating a safer and healthier work environment for this dedicated workforce.

Aim

To assess occupational health hazards (OHHs) as reported by PPW.

Design

A descriptive study design was utilized.

Sample

A purposive sample of 299 was approached for the current study.

Tools

Printing Press Workers Structured Questionnaire.

Results

Workers at the printing press were exposed to different types of OHHs, 44.6% of PPWs were exposed to chemical hazards, 46.3% were exposed to mechanical hazards, 58.5% were exposed to accidents in the workplace, and 39.5% had work accidents due to machines. Regarding causes of chemical hazards, 61.5, 55.2, 89.0, and 57.2% of PPWs were always exposed in the workplace to dust, organic solvents, ink, and lead, respectively. As for the causes of mechanical hazards, 61.9% of the study sample always have work that requires carrying heavy objects, 63.9% have a job that always requires a fixed work situation, and 61.9% have work that requires vigorous effort or maximum range of motion. Additionally, 68.9% of the study sample always have work that requires pushing or pulling, and 68.9% always have jobs that require similar repetitive movements. There were highly statistically significant positive correlations between the work stage and chemical and mechanical hazards (P=0.00).

Conclusion

PPWs faced various OHHs and health problems due to their work and environment. Over one-third were exposed to mild chemical hazards, almost half were exposed to moderate chemical hazards and less than one-fifth were exposed to high chemical hazards. Regarding mechanical hazards, over one-third of PPWs were exposed to mild mechanical hazards, another one-third were exposed to moderate mechanical hazards, and almost one-third were exposed to high mechanical hazards.

Recommendations

Conduct training programs on safety and health measures to increase knowledge and awareness of printing workers to minimize OHHs. Also, ensure effective usage of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Relationship between organizational justice and citizenship behavior as perceived by staff nurses at a selected hospital
Authors: Elrhem Amal H.E.A. , El Banan Sahar H.A. , Yassin Manar A.
Published: October 2024

Background

Organizational justice is a managerial practice that may create a positive and more effective citizenship behavior among staff nurses. Staff nurses perceive fairness from their managers and have more satisfaction, motivation, and desire to achieve extra work.

Aim

To examine the relationship between organizational justice and citizenship behavior as staff nurses perceive.

Design

A descriptive correlational research design was utilized to carry out this study.

Sample

A convenience sample (281) of staff nurses.

Setting

The study conducted in all units at New Kasr Einy Teaching Hospital except operating rooms.

Tools

Two adopted questionnaires were used. The first questionnaire was the organizational justice questionnaire. The second questionnaire was the organizational citizenship behavior questionnaire.

Results

Finding of the current research reported that the highest mean percentages (85.5 and 71.3%) were given to interactional justice and informational justice dimensions, while the lowest mean percentages (38.4 and 36.1%) were given for procedural justice and distributive justice. Also, as regards citizenship behaviors dimensions, the highest mean percentages (89.4, 90.7, and 87.0%, respectively) were given to the dimensions of altruism, courtesy, and conscientiousness, while the lowest mean percentages (67.8 and 61.6%) were given to sportsmanship and civic virtue dimension and there was no statistical correlation between organizational justice and organizational citizenship behavior (P=0.73).

Conclusion

The present study results concluded that there was no statistically significant relation between organizational justice and citizenship behavior.

Recommendations

Hospital administrators should ensure nurse managers adhere to rules and regulations to achieve justice. Nurse managers should conduct periodical meetings with staff nurses to discuss and solve work problems considering staff nurses’ concerns and interests.
Antibacterial efficacy of carnosic acid as an intracanal medicament against Enterococcus faecalis: Quantitative polymerase chain reaction study
Authors: Arun Varshitha , Govindaraju Lokhasudhan , Paranthaman Rishaba Varma , Priyadharshini Rekha , Kalaiselvam Rajeswari , Rajan R. Mathan
Published: October 2024

Aim:

The aim of this study was to quantitatively assess the antibacterial effectiveness of carnosic acid, propolis, and calcium hydroxide when used as intracanal medications against Enterococcus faecalis.

Methodology:

Forty-six human mandibular single-rooted premolar root lengths were standardized to 12 mm after decoronation. Cleaning and shaping were performed. The specimens were placed in Eppendorf Tubes and autoclaved. E. faecalis was inoculated into the canals and incubated for 21 days. The teeth were categorized into four groups: I - carnosic acid, II - propolis, III - calcium hydroxide, and IV - nonmedicated group. The medicaments were applied to the root canals and incubated for 14 days. The DNA extraction of E. faecalis was obtained from dentinal shavings harvested at 400-μm depth and a real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction was performed.

Statistical Analysis:

Data were analyzed using the Kruskal–Wallis test and Dunn’s intergroup comparison test in SPSS software.

Results:

E. faecalis present were 4.14, 6.98, 3.80, and 56.84 mean copies/μl in groups I, III, III, and IV, respectively. A significant difference in antibacterial efficacy was observed between medicated and untreated control groups. However, no statistically significant differences were observed among the groups treated with different medicaments.

Conclusion:

Carnosic acid has promising antibacterial activity against E. faecalis when used as an intracanal medicament.
Precision in endodontic therapy by novel-guided approach
Authors: Shabnam Md , Irodi Sujatha , Jayalakshmi K.B , Prabhuji Varun , Shetty Shibani , Singh Neevika
Published: October 2024

Guided endodontics has proven effective in treating pulp canal obliteration (PCO). However, challenges arise when dealing with limited vertical space, particularly in cases where long burs and guides are necessary. In this case report, we introduce a novel approach utilizing a sleeveless three-dimensional (3D)-printed guide, aimed at overcoming vertical space constraints while maintaining visibility and irrigation during drilling. A 22-year-old male patient presented with intermittent pain around tooth #21, diagnosed with pulp necrosis and symptomatic apical periodontitis. Employing the sleeveless 3D-printed guide alongside a long neck carbide bur, we achieved a minimally invasive access cavity up to the root canal. This technique presents a promising alternative to conventional guided endodontic approaches, particularly beneficial in cases of PCO.
Comparative evaluation of remaining dentin thickness and root canal transportation in curved canals with newer nickel–titanium single and multiple rotary file systems: A cone-beam computed tomography study
Authors: Voshishma Aleti , Kunhappan Sanjeev , Sial Shruti , Maheshwari Diksha , Shandilya Ashutosh , Reddy Amaravai Ankita
Published: October 2024

Context:

The purpose of this study was to evaluate and compare the remaining dentin thickness and root canal transportation of WaveOne GOLD, XP-endo Shaper, and GenEndo file systems to assess their performance in curved canals using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging.

Materials and Methods:

Seventy-five extracted maxillary first molars were selected with a curvature ranging between 15° and 30°. The samples were allocated into three groups (n = 25) and shaped using WaveOne GOLD, XP-endo Shaper, and GenEndo files. CBCT images were captured before and after instrumentation.

Statistical Analysis:

The remaining dentin thickness and root canal transportation were measured at 3, 5, and 7 mm from the apex in both mesiodistal and buccolingual directions. The data were statistically analyzed using one-way ANOVA followed by Tukey’s post hoc test.

Results:

GenEndo file system demonstrated greater preservation of remaining dentin thickness and resulted in less root canal transportation compared to the WaveOne GOLD and XP-endo Shaper systems across all three levels.

Conclusions:

GenEndo file system which comprises multiple files has removed less amount of dentin and canal transportation when compared to single file systems, i.e., WaveOne GOLD and XP-endo Shaper file systems.
Factores socioeconómicos, tecnológicos, pedagógicos y académicos que influyen en el desarrollo educativo
Authors: Recinos Gómez Dora Susana
Published: October 2024

OBJETIVO: analizar la influencia que tienen los factores socioeconómicos, tecnológicos, pedagógicos y académicos que influyen en el desarrollo educativo de los estudiantes de las carreras de Ciencias Económicas. MÉTODO: se realizó una investigación cuantitativa, de forma descriptiva, con una población de 108 estudiantes, los datos obtenidos fueron por medio de una encuesta realizada de forma virtual, lo que permitió tener una mayor comprensión del fenómeno objeto de estudio.  RESULTADOS: se determinó que los factores socioeconómicos, tecnológicos, pedagógicos han permitido el desarrollo educativo de los estudiantes, dentro de las ventajas tuvieron acceso a plataformas, internet y tiempo para realizar las actividades educativas, en las desventajas algunos estudiantes carecían de empleo por lo que no contaban con los recursos económicos para adquirir tecnología y poder realizar las actividades y lograr un rendimiento académico adecuado. CONCLUSIÓN: los docentes utilizaron plataformas, para realizar actividades educativas con contenido pedagógico, planificación apropiada al contenido del curso y una programación establecida, aunque existieron limitaciones para algunos estudiantes, debido a que carecían de empleo y no contaban con los recursos necesarios para tecnología e internet para realizar los procesos educativos.
Influencia de la competencia digital docente en la gestión eficaz de entornos virtuales de aprendizaje
Authors: Rosales Galeano Milvia María
Published: October 2024

OBJETIVO: establecer el efecto de la competencia digital docente en la gestión de entornos virtuales de aprendizaje. MÉTODO: la investigación se enmarcó en un paradigma postpositivista, con un diseño no experimental y enfoque cuantitativo. Se aplicó un cuestionario estructurado, basado en el Marco Europeo de Competencias Digitales para los Educadores (DigCompEdu), a 86 docentes universitarios que utilizan entornos virtuales de aprendizaje. Los datos recopilados se analizaron mediante técnicas estadísticas, calculando el coeficiente de regresión lineal y el coeficiente de determinación (R²). RESULTADOS: los resultados mostraron una correlación positiva significativa entre la competencia digital docente y la gestión de entornos virtuales de aprendizaje, con un coeficiente de regresión lineal de 0.75, indicando que un aumento en las competencias digitales, está asociado con una mejora del 75% en la gestión de estos entornos. Además, el coeficiente de determinación (R²) de 0.56 reveló que el 56% de la variabilidad en la gestión de los entornos virtuales de aprendizaje está vinculada a las competencias digitales de los docentes. CONCLUSIÓN: se determinó que la competencia digital docente tiene un impacto significativo y positivo en la gestión de entornos virtuales de aprendizaje, sugiriendo que fortalecer las competencias digitales de los docentes podría mejorar la eficacia de los entornos virtuales de aprendizaje y contribuir a una mejor calidad educativa en contextos virtuales.
Hacia una redacción académica exitosa: factores determinantes en la redacción académica de estudiantes de Psicología
Authors: Ixcotoyac Montejo Belim Aremi
Published: October 2024

OBJETIVO: identificar los factores intrínsecos y extrínsecos que limitan la redacción académica de los estudiantes de Psicología del Centro Universitario del Norte. MÉTODO: se trabajó con un enfoque mixto, diseño anidado concurrente de modelo dominante (DIAC), con tendencia CUAL-cuan y alcance descriptivo. Las técnicas de recolección de datos incluyeron entrevistas semiestructuradas a docentes, así como un grupo de enfoque y una encuesta dirigida a estudiantes en proceso de graduación. Se usó un muestreo no probabilístico de participantes voluntarios, que se conformó por 5 docentes y 34 estudiantes. El análisis cualitativo se realizó con el software MAXQDA y el cuantitativo, con SPSS. RESULTADOS: por un lado, las dificultades de redacción académica entre los estudiantes de psicología emergen de una interacción compleja de factores intrínsecos, como la falta de interés y de habilidades lingüísticas específicas, y, por otro lado, de factores extrínsecos, como la falta de práctica en la lectura y la influencia del entorno. CONCLUSIÓN: derivado de este análisis se resalta la necesidad de abordajes integrales que consideren tanto aspectos individuales como contextuales para mejorar las habilidades de redacción en estudiantes de la carrera de Psicología; asimismo, la falta de enseñanza específica de redacción académica surge como una necesidad latente dentro de esta carrera, lo que sugiere la implementación de un curso de redacción dentro del pénsum de estudios y de ensayos académicos en todos los cursos junto a la revisión consciente de parte del docente.
The History of the Emergence and Development of Waqf Symbols in the Quran Manuscripts (based on Al-Muqaddimah al-Jazariyyah)
Authors: Nematov Jahongir
Published: October 2024

Ancient mushas were devoid of special symbols. The reason is that the righteous predecessors did not feel the need for such signs in order to read the Holy Qur'an. Later, the scribes were allowed to use such symbols to facilitate the students. And this practice was carried out step by step (gradually). We will describe this history in this article
Forecasting Cryptocurrency Markets: Predictive Modelling Using Statistical and Machine Learning Approaches
Authors:   Monks, CA, USA, Rahaman Shafeeq Ur , Sudheer Patchipulusu ,   Samsung, CA, USA, Abdul Mahe Jabeen ,   San Jose State University, CA, USA
Published: October 2024

The rapidly evolving landscape of cryptocurrency markets presents unique challenges and opportunities. The significant daily variations in cryptocurrency exchange rates lead to substantial risks associated with investments in crypto assets. This study aims to forecast the prices of cryptocurrencies using advanced machine learning models. Among seven models that were tested for their prediction and validation efficiency, Neutral Networks performed the best with minimum error. Thus, Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) neural networks were used for predicting future trends. LSTM model is well-suited for analyzing complex dependencies in financial data. Starting with historical data collection, data preprocessing, feature engineering, normalization and integrative binning, a comprehensive Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) was conducted on 50 cryptocurrencies. Top performers were identified based on criteria such as trading volume, market capitalization, and price trends. The LSTM model was implemented using Python to predict 90-day price movements data to check intricate patterns and relationships. Model performance was validated by performance metrics such as MAE and RMSE. The findings align with the Adaptive Market Hypothesis (AMH) which suggests that cryptocurrency markets exhibit dynamic efficiency influenced by evolving market conditions and investor behavior. The study shows the potential of machine learning models in financial economics and their role in enhancing risk management strategies and investment decision-making processes.
Exploring Hubris in Ozymandias: Mortality, Power, and the Passage of Time
Authors:   English Language Unit, Preparatory Studies Centre, University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Salalah, Sultanate of Oman., Eragamreddy Dr. Nagamurali
Published: October 2024

This study examines Percy Bysshe Shelley’s “Ozymandias” to identify examples of hubris and their wider contexts. Through an analysis of the narrative strategies Shelley used to highlight the topic and its consequences, the research seeks to pinpoint instances of hubris in the Ozymandias representation. The study also explores the relationships between hubris and more profound ideas like mortality, power, and the passage of time. Hubris is examined by the symbolic implications connected to the damaged statue and inscription. The investigation also looks at how Ozymandias’s conceit affects the poem’s overall meaning and moral lesson. The study uses literary analysis to improve our comprehension of Shelley’s examination of human pride and its effects in the literary classic “Ozymandias.”
A Simplified Dynamic Model of DFIG-based Wind Generation for Frequency Support Control Studies
Authors:   North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695, Jiang Anjie
Published: October 2024

In recent years, wind generation has been fast growing and become one of the major generation resources in power systems. Since the wind generation does not inherently equip with frequency support functions, the power system frequency response degrades as the wind penetration increases. Therefore, frequency support control of wind generation has gained increasing focus. However, the dynamic models of wind generation systems, which are required by the control design and analysis, are commonly very complicated and difficult to obtain, especially for the doubly-fed induction generator based wind turbine (DFIG-WT). In this paper, the authors propose a simplified dynamic model for the DFIG-WT. The proposed analytical model is derived from the detailed model by selectively neglecting very fast dynamics while keeping the critical ones. It is suitable for frequency control studies. The model accuracy is first validated against the detailed DFIG-WT model in Simulink. Then, the wind frequency control function is studied based on the proposed model.
Methods of L-Dopa Extraction by the Method of Analytical Determination for Parkinson’s Neurodegenerative Disease
Authors:   Faculty Of Pharmacy, Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research, Chennai,India, Elavarasi Mrs.E. , Yuvaraj Yuvaraj ,   Faculty Of Pharmacy, Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research, Chennai,India, Jayadurka J. ,   Faculty Of Pharmacy, Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research, Chennai,India, Puniparthisunitha Puniparthisunitha ,   Faculty Of Pharmacy, Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research, Chennai,India, Pooja K. ,   Faculty Of Pharmacy, Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research, Chennai,India, divya K. ,   Faculty Of Pharmacy, Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research, Chennai,India, Harinishree S. ,   Faculty Of Pharmacy, Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research, Chennai,India, Sri.T Vanitha ,   Faculty Of Pharmacy, Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research, Chennai,India, K Madhumitha ,   Faculty Of Pharmacy, Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research, Chennai,India
Published: October 2024

Levodopa the majority of Parkinson's disease patients eventually require levodopa medication. The chemical dopamine, which is produced when levodopa is absorbed by brain nerve cells, is used for send messages from brain regions,neurons,and synaptic memberane. that regulate movement.this neurodegenerative disease can cause uncontrollable movements, shivering, and problem balancing and muscle control. Only a few plants in the Fabaceae family have substantial amounts of isolated L-dopa; the rest are either chemically synthesized or derived from natural sources.(HPLC) added with mass spectrometry else it can added with UV-visible detection. Most frequently, HPLC is utilized.
The Criminal Act of Dissemination of Fake News via Social Media in the Perspective of Individualization of Criminal
Authors:   Universitas Cenderawasih, Rohrohmana Basir
Published: October 2024

This study focuses on 2 (two) main issues. First, how is the judge's decision considered based on the perspective of individualization of punishment? The second main issue is the factors that influence the judge's decision based on the perspective of individualization of punishment for the crime of spreading false news through social media. The implementation of the perspective of individualization of punishment in the Decision of the Jayapura Class IA District Court Number 16/Pid.B/2020/PN Jap is implied in 6 (six) main points of the judge's consideration, namely (1) the indictment and criminal charges of the Public Prosecutor, (2) the defense of the Legal Counsel, (3) evidence in the form of witness statements, both charge witnesses and a de charge witnesses, expert statements, defendant statements, (4) evidence, (5) trial facts, (6) proof of elements of the crime of spreading false news through social media. In addition, 5 (five) factors influence the decision, namely (1) the condition of the perpetrator, (2) the motive of the perpetrator, (3) the impact of the crime committed, (4) the form of the perpetrator's mistake, (5) the purpose of the punishment. Thus, the judicial freedom of judges does not mean that judges abandon the perspective of individualization of punishment this perspective of individualization of punishment provides direction for judges in constructing decisions on criminal cases of spreading fake news through social media, which is fully supported by at least 2 (two) pieces of evidence and the judge's legal conviction (juridische overtuigingen).
The Relevance of Kwame Nkrumah’s Education for Pan-Africanism in Decolonizing the Nigerian Educational System.
Authors:   Masters Student, Department of Philosophy, Jordan University College, Morogoro, Tanzania., Iorfa Yaga Paul , Goerge(PhD) Ndemo ,   Senior Lecturer, Department of Philosophy, Jordan University College, P.O. Box 1878, Morogoro, Tanzania.
Published: October 2024

It is often contended that the system of education which the colonial masters brought to Nigeria was not entirely for the good of the citizens. It was a system of education that was meant to serve the colonialists without adding any meaning to the individual. The formulators of Nigerian Educational system, instead of formulating a unique policy of education that integrates our indigenous African educational system with essential elements from colonial education system, still continued with the structures of colonial elements which are not of great benefits to the Nigerian educational system like, the use of the English language as mode of communication in schools, the acceptance and inclusion of the Colonizers’ cultures and religion in the curriculum with the neglect of the indigenous cultures and religions, the too much emphasis on theoretical academic certification rather than merging both the theoretical and practical technical knowledge together for better development. This article presupposes the relevance of Kwame Nkrumah’s Education for Pan-Africanism in Decolonizing the Nigerian Educational System. It acknowledges the legacy of Nkrumah’s education for Pan-Africanism and contends that it can be used as a paradigm in recommending ways of decolonizing the Nigerian educational system. The article contends that with Nkrumah’s education for Pan-Africanism we can remove the colonial educational elements in the Nigerian Educational system that neither edify the indigenous educational system nor efficiently address the needs and problems of the people of Nigeria.
A Phenomenological Study of Street Vending in Downtown Area, Tacloban City
Authors:   Undergraduate Program, Leyte Normal University, Tacloban City, 6500, Philippines, M. Carel Stacey Ann , B. Maraya Francine Kaye ,   Undergraduate Program, Leyte Normal University, Tacloban City, 6500, Philippines, Torreros Michelle ,   Faculty, Leyte Normal University, Tacloban City, 6500, Philippines
Published: October 2024

This study investigates street vendors' lived experiences in downtown Tacloban City, Philippines, focusing on their economic contributions, challenges, and coping mechanisms in the informal sector. Street vendors play an important role in urban economies by making goods and services more accessible and affordable, as well as providing livelihood opportunities for people with few job options. Despite their economic importance, street vendors frequently face legal and social challenges, such as harassment and a lack of recognition from the government. Using a phenomenological approach, the study seeks to fill a gap in the literature on the financial practices and capital management techniques of street vendors in Tacloban City. The study looks into the factors that influence the prevalence of street vending, its impact on vendors' livelihoods and well-being, and the strategies vendors use to overcome daily operational challenges. The findings are expected to guide policy interventions aimed at improving the quality of life and economic resilience of street vendors. Amartya Sen's Human Agency Theory, Deci and Ryan's Self-Determination Theory, and Hernando de Soto's Informal Economy Theory all serve as foundations for the analysis. These frameworks provide a thorough understanding of the agency, motivation, and economic dynamics of street vendors. The study's findings are intended to benefit street vendors, policymakers, community initiatives, and future research by fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment for urban informal economies.
Effectiveness of TVET Training in Harnessing Skills Development amongst the Youths in Kisumu County, Kenya
Authors:   Department of Public Policy and Administration, Kenyatta University, Kenya, Benard Rev. Kigen, Kipchirchir , Weldon K. Dr. Ng`eno ,   Department of Public Policy and Administration, Kenyatta University, Kenya
Published: October 2024

The global challenge of TVET is ensuring that vocational education systems are inclusive, industry-relevant and aligned with the needs of the 21st-century labor market. Without addressing issues like funding, perception and curriculum development, TVET systems may continue to fall short in equipping young people with the skills needed for employment, entrepreneurship and sustainable economic development. For this reason, this study sought to examine effectiveness of TVET Training in Harnessing Skills Development Amongst the Youths in Kisumu County, Kenya. The founding theoretical frameworks were: Human capital theory, social learning theory and empowerment theory. Descriptive survey was used. Target population was 20,857 comprising of 20,814 TVET students, 42 Heads of TVET institutions and 1 County Education Officer in Kisumu County Government. A sample size of 379 was determined using Krejcie and Morgan (1970) model. Disproportionate stratified random sampling was used to select respondents. Data was collected using structured questionnaires and interview guide. Data was analyzed through content analysis, descriptive and inferential statistics. Pearson`s Correlation analysis was used to determine linear relationships between variables. For the coefficient of correlation (r) of 0.96, it implied a very strong positive relationship between TVET training and skill development. Government as policy-maker was recommended to institute regular reform for reviewing the existing TVET curricula in order to incorporate feedback from students and adapt to emerging dynamics of demographic dividends.
Comparative Analysis of Economic Forces and Stock Market Movements: The U.S. and Indonesia
Authors:   UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, Septiana Yuvi Putri , Atsari Muhammad Izaz Al , Retnasih Nora Ria ,   UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang,   UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang
Published: October 2024

The economies of many developed and developing countries are experiencing instability, characterized by a decline in economic performance. In a macroeconomic context, global instability affects several key indicators such as production indices, exchange rates, interest rates, and inflation rates. The occurrence of shocks to macroeconomic indicators certainly increases the volatility of a country's capital markets. This quantitative research examines the correlation of shocks to each key indicator of capital market performance in Indonesia and the United States. This research uses the VECM method. The research shows that the influence of macroeconomic indicators tends to fluctuate in the short term and is stable in the long term. Where the production and inflation indices have a positive and significant effect on the IDX Composite and the DJI, this is different from interest rates, which negatively impact the IDX Composite and DJI. Meanwhile, the exchange rate indicator has no significant effect on IDX Composite or DJI. The research also found that the IDX Composite was predominantly influenced by exchange rates and inflation, while the DJI was predominantly influenced by production index indicators, inflation, and interest rates.
Komunikasi Pemasaran Dalam Menarik Minat Konsumen Toko Kuwehku Di Karawang
Authors: Sairin Ester Kirana , Tayo Yanti , Oxcygentri Oky
Published: October 2024

perilaku usaha yang sedang gencar membuka bisnis di sekitaran Kota Karawang. Dengan beragamnya jenis toko kue yang ada, tentunya menimbulkan persaingan dalam menarik minat konsumen. Maka dari itu toko kue harus memiliki komunikasi pemasaran apa yang dilakukan untuk menarik minat konsumen dan membuat konsumen tersebut untuk terus kembali ke tempatnya untuk menimbulkan loyalitas konsumen. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah unuk mengetahui bagaimana Komunikasi Pemasaran dalam  menarik minat konsumen Toko Kuwehku di Karawang. Metode dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif melalui wawancara mendalam, observasi,dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa komunikasi pemasaran yang dilakukan Toko Kuwehkuhialah melakukan perencanaan,pelaksanaan dan evaluasi serta mengaplikasikan unsur-unsur komunikasi pemasaran terpadu yaitu periklanan, penjualan personal,promosi penjualan,penjualan langsung dan Hubungan masyarakat. Hal ini membuat peniingkatan penjualan pada Toko Kuwehkuh Karawang.
Edukasi Tentang Pengaruh Teknologi Komunikasi Terhadap Siswa Siswi SMA Negeri 1 Lengayang
Authors: Delpa Delpa , Fitri Wahyu , Asmul Ali
Published: October 2024

Basically, social media can be used to be oriented towards positive things. However, many gadget users do not maximize the use of social media based on positive values. In fact, many young people, especially female students, are being carried away by advances in communication technology media. It is also not uncommon for some of them not to use gadgets as a medium in the learning process and it is also not uncommon for the next generation to not recognize traditions as their own ancestral heritage. What is even more worrying is that many teenagers today tend to use social media based on online games and it is not uncommon for them to encounter the ITE Law. Basically, they as the younger generation are the hope for their parents, nation and state. The low awareness of gadget users among the younger generation uses social media that is positively oriented, such as their involvement in posts that can contribute to the promotion of their own traditions and culture. Starting from this problem, we from the Communication Science Study Program community service team will carry out Community Service from the Communication Science Study Program, Faculty of Business Economics and Social Sciences to Lengayang 1 Public High School, Pesisir Selatan Regency. The aim of this activity is to educate about the importance of using social media oriented towards positive things such as the learning process and maintaining traditions. This activity method uses the lecture method when carrying out Community Service activities. The method for collecting data uses in-depth interview methods (Interview in-Depth) with study informants. In addition, the data collection method also used filling out questionnaires for 200 grade 3 students of SMAN 1 Lengayang. The study concluded that students at SMA 1 Lengayang lacked awareness of using media as a medium to improve and promote their own culture and traditions, so it was necessary to involve students in promotional events in using gadgets as a source of teaching materials and as an opportunity to introduce and promote culture as an approach to empowering traditions in the media. on line
Sosialisasi Penggunaan Gadget Terhadap Penanaman Nilai – nilai Moral pada Anak TPQ Masjid Nurul Ihsan Padang
Authors: Indra Novalia , Zurwanty Recy Harviani , Rahmawati Elmi
Published: October 2024

Community Service (PKM) is one form of the Tridharma of Higher Education. This PKM is proposed to carry out socialization and educational activities in one of the mosques in the city of Padang with the theme: Socialization of the Use of Gadgets to instill moral values in TPQ children at the Nurul Ihsan Mosque, Padang, West Sumatra. This activity is proposed to socialize the impact of using gadgets on instilling values and morals in children in Padang. Therefore, we focus on carrying out this activity so that children in Padang can control themselves over the large influence of technology on children's morals today, especially we can see children in the city of Padang. so that children in the city of Padang can know the many influences of using gadgets today. If we cannot control ourselves in using technology nowadays, it can lead to a lack of instilling values and morals in today's children. So many children today do not have good values and morals in everyday life. After implementing the PKM that we carried out for the TPQ children of the Nurul Ihsan Mosque in Padang, which you led, hopefully it can become knowledge and a lesson for the TPQ children of the Nurul Ihsan Mosque in Padang.
Formulasi Losion Minyak Sereh Wangi (Citronella Oil) Sebagai Anti Kutu Kepala (Pediculisid)
Authors: Agistia Nesa , Hafizah Afrah , Susanti Emma , . Nofriyanti
Published: October 2024

Fleas (Pediculus humanus capitis) is one of the little parasites that live by sucking blood from a human head. While sucking blood, the flea secretes a secretion that irritate the skin tissues it causes a massive itch. Fleas can be treated by chemical drugs like 1 % permethrin, but it did have side effect of itching, rusting, swelling in the skin and massive burning sensation. Citronella oil (Cymbopogon nardus) have a chemical content which are insecticidal among them is citronellal which can be used as a natural pediculosid. This research aims to formulate lotion preparations that are stable and effective as anti-fleas and increase the time of death of fleas compared to permethrin. The concentrations of citronella oil used for F1, F2 and F3 were 5%; 7.5%; and 10%. The three formulas were evaluated including organoleptic examination, homogeneity, pH, emulsion type, dispersibility, viscosity, skin irritation, cycling test, and anti-lice activity test. Data analysis used the Kruskal Wallis statistical test. Based on the results of the evaluation of the preparations, it was found that the organoleptic examination of the preparation of lotions FI, FII, FIII had a consistency of thick to liquid form, white to pale yellow, had a distinctive smell of citronella oil, FI test pH = 7.31-6.51, FII = 7 03-6,38 and FIII = 6,98-6,35, FI spread ability test = 6,15-7,75 cm, FII = 6,55-8,25 cm and FIII = 8,55-10,05 cm, emulsion type test FI, FII, FIII have emulsion type M / A, FI viscosity test = 2956-3107 cPs, FII = 2360-2677 cPs, FIII = 764-980 cPs, homogeneity test on FI, FII, FIII homogeneous, freeze and thaw test on FI, FII is stable while FIII is unstable, skin irritation test on FI, FII, FIII is not irritation, FI anti-flea activity test = 122-167 seconds, FII = 117-128 seconds, FIII = 69-90 seconds.
Penerapan Logika Fuzzy Menggunakan Metode Tahani Untuk Pengambilan Keputusan Kenaikan Jabatan Di PT. Prioritas Outlet Bukittinggi
Authors: Rina Iswan , Syahrul Maya Sari , Ramayanti Rosi
Published: October 2024

Kenaikan jabatan merupakan suatu faktor yang sangat penting bagi perencanaan karir karyawan, dan juga menjadi dorongan untuk seseorang untuk maju menjadi lebih baik. Seringkali proses kenaikan jabatan dilakukan secara manual, atau secara objektif yang mengakibatkan kecemburuan atau kesenjangan sosial antar karyawan, dan dalam mengambil keputusan kenaikan jabatan banyak melibatkan aspek-aspek yang berupa himpunan samar (alamiah), sementara data hasil penilain masih berupa nilai pasti. Hal ini tentunya memakan banyak waktu untuk mengkonversi dari nilai pasti tersebut kedalam himpunan samar apabila dilakukan secara manual. Untuk itu dalam membatu mengambil kepututsan di PT Prioritas Outlet Bukittinggi dapat menggunakan Logika Fuzzy dengan Metode Tahani agar mendapatkan hasil yang akurat. Promotion is a very important factor for employee career planning, and is also an encouragement for someone to progress to become better. Often the process of promotion is carried out manually, or objectively, which results in jealousy or social inequality between employees, and in making decisions about promotion involves many aspects that are in the form of a vague (natural) set, while the assessment result data is still in the form of definite values. This of course takes a lot of time to convert the exact values ​​into a vague set if done manually. For this reason, to help make decisions at PT Prioritas Outlet Bukittinggi, you can use Fuzzy Logic with the Tahani Method to get accurate results.
Perancangan Website Sitem Informasi Unit Kegiatan Mahasiswa (UKM) di Universitas Dharma Andalas
Authors: Faradika Faradika , Astri Renita , Mulya Dio Prima
Published: October 2024

In carrying out the process of registering new members, disseminating information and managing data on the management of the Student Activity Unit (UKM) of Dharma Andalas University, Padang. And that is a problem for UKM administrators on the campus. An information system is needed that can manage the data collection process for registrants, dissemination of information on SME activities, as well as manage data files - data reports from SME management in a more structured manner.The purpose of this research is to design a web-based information system that can facilitate the management of UKM Dharma Andalas University activities, Padang and make it easier to register new members. There are 3 users who can access this system, namely main admin, UKM administrators and students. Each of them has a different role. The student page contains some information such as UKM profiles, announcements, registration, activity information and news about UKM. The method used in this research is the prototype method and the PHP programming language, MySQL as the database. The results of this study are to make it easier for UKM Dharma Andalas University to carry out the process of registering new members for UKM Dharma Andalas University and also to manage file management for each UKM easier and faster.
Kajian Kepuasan Pasien Terhadap Pelayanan Kefarmasian Di Apotek Rawat Jalan RSUD Sungai Dareh
Authors: Rizal Rosiana , Shandy Vira Ry , Rusdi Mesa Sukmadani , Afriyeni Helmice
Published: October 2024

Pharmaceutical services are a direct and responsible service to patients related to pharmaceutical preparations that intend to achieve definite results to improve the quality of life of patients. Patient satisfaction is an element that is often used as a benchmark in assessing the quality of service in hospitals. The purpose of this study was to find out the level of satisfaction with pharmaceutical services at the outpatient pharmacy of Sungai Dareh Hospital. Research uses quantitative methods with a cross sectional approach. The number of samples analyzed as many as 120 people were taken with random sampling techniques, data collection using questionnaires and analyzed with quantitative analysis. From the results of this study, the level of patient satisfaction with pharmaceutical services at the Outpatient Pharmacy of Sungai Dareh Hospital from the total of all dimensions with a percentage of 82.51%. In the dimension of direct evidence(Tangible) has the highest level of satisfaction with a percentage of 84.55%, the reliability dimension (Reliability) with a percentage of 82.70%, the responsiveness dimension with a percentage of 82.70%, the empathy dimension (Empaty) has the lowest satisfaction rate with a percentage of 79.49%, and the dimension of assurance (Assurance) with a percentage of 82.49%
Karakteristik Kulit Tersamak Dengan Bahan Penyamak Nabati Alternatif Studi : Perlakuan PH Asam Dan Basa Pada Larutan Penyamakan
Authors: Mutiar Sri , Yusmita Lisa , Aini Nurul
Published: October 2024

This study aims to determine the characteristics of tanned leather using alternative vegetable tanning agents from bark extracts and Acacia auriculiformis and Acacia mangium at pH 4 and 8. The research method uses the standard tanning method using salt preserved goat skin. Chemical analysis and physical testing of tanned leather refers to SNI-06-0463-1989-A and SNI 0234:2009. Based on the chemical analysis of tanned leather for both tanner extracts at pH 4, the tanned leather was produced imperfectly with low bound tannins and low wrinkle temperature. Tanned leather at pH 8 using A. auriculiformis and A. mangium extracts through single tanning has met the SNI standard.
Analisis Kadar Total Fenolik Sediaan Teh Herbal Dari Kulit Buah Naga Super Merah (Selenicereus costaricensis) Dan Daun MINT (Mentha piperita L.)
Authors: Yesti Yulia , Fadhilah Nailatul , Putra Billy Harnaldo , Elfia Mega , Devitria Rosa , Gusriyani Sri , Saputra Harry Ade
Published: October 2024

Teh herbal atau herbal tea merupakan salah satu produk minuman campuran teh dan tanaman herbal yang memiliki khasiat dalam membantu pengobatan suatu penyakit atau sebagai penyegar. Teh herbal dapat dikonsumsi sebagai minuman sehat yang praktis untuk menjaga kesehatan. Sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kulit buah naga super merah (Selenicereus costaricensis) yang diperoleh dari Kecamatan Ampek Angkek, Kabupaten Agam dan daun mint (Mentha piperita L.) yang diperoleh dari Kecamatan Ampek Koto, Kabupaten Agam, Potensi kulit buah naga super merah sebagai obat masih belum termanfaatkan dengan optimal. Salah satu cara untuk mendapatkan khasiatnya, yaitu kulit buah naga super merah (Selenicereus costaricensis) atau super red ini dikonsumsikan dengan daun mint (Mentha piperita L.) dalam bentuk kering yang kemudian diseduh dan diminum. Minuman ini biasanya disebut dengan teh herbal. Tujuan penelitian adalah mengetahui kadar total fenolik terbaik dari 5 variasi komposisi pada sediaan herbal kulit buah naga super merah dan daun mint. Variasi komposisi kulit buah naga super merah dengan daun mint adalah 9:1; 8:2; 7:3; 6:4; 5:5. Uji kadar total fenolik dilakukan menggunakan metoda spektrofotometri UV-Vis. Kadar total fenolik dari 5 variasi komposisi sediaan teh hebal kulit buah naga super merah dan daun mint dengan kadar total fenolik tertinggi pada formulasi 5:5 dengan nilai total kadar fenolik yaitu 0,255 %. Dari hasil penelitian ini dapat disimpulkan bahwa semakin sedikit kulit buah naga super merah dan semakin banyak daun mint maka semakin tinggi kadar total fenolik. Untuk peneliti selanjutnya disarankan menggunakan metoda freeze drying untuk pengeringan agar tidak merusak senyawa yang terdapat dalam sampel.