bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Communicative Approach in Teaching Arabic Grammar for Activation and Evaluation: Department of Arabic Language and Islamic Studies at the College of Education - Tripoli as a model
Authors: Albuaishi Mabrouka
Published: January 2025

Codifying the language and preserving it by formulating precise and solid grammar rules is a great work undertaken in the past by a number of scholars who spent their effort, money and time for this, but the contemporary Arab person has become reluctant to this science, weak in comprehending it, neglecting to specialize in it, and He suffers from obvious difficulties in using language free of grammatical and syntactic errors, This is certainly due to the reasons that intensified and led to this impasse. Therefore, everything related to the study and teaching of grammar must be changed and developed, including the way it is presented. Therefore, this research dealt with a modern strategy, which is the communicative approach, and clarified its characteristics, objectives, and characteristics of its use in order to teach grammar in the theoretical aspect of it. To test the extent of what is practiced in classrooms and during the assessment of learners in the procedural part, taking the descriptive analytical approach and statistical analysis as a way.
A Study of the Factors Influencing Teachers' Behavioral Intention to Use the Intelligent Center of Vocational Education (ICVE) in Chinese Higher Vocational Colleges
Authors: Liu Xiaoxia , Zhu Lu
Published: January 2025

Background and Aim: This study aims to explore the factors that affect the behavioral intention of teachers using the Intelligent Center of Vocational Education (ICVE) system in Chongqing higher vocational colleges. To investigate whether the quality of the system (QS), information quality (IQ), service quality (SQ), E-learning experience (XP), perceived usefulness (PU), and perceived ease of use (PEOU) have effects on ICVE behavioral intention to use (BIU).
Materials and Methods: The research builds a conceptual framework based on two core theories: the Technology acceptance model (TAM) and the DeLone and McLean information systems success model. The quantitative method and questionnaire survey were used to collect sample data from four higher vocational schools in Chongqing China. An online questionnaire was used to issue the questionnaires. After collecting data, 439 valid questionnaires were obtained. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) are used for specific data analysis. The model's goodness of fit is verified, the causal relationship between variables is confirmed, and hypothesis testing is carried out.
Results: It is found that perceived usefulness has the greatest impact on the intention to continue using, and usefulness is mainly affected by information quality and service quality. The second most important factor affecting the intention to continue use is perceived ease of use, which is significantly influenced by the E-learning experience and quality of the system.
Conclusion: Improving the quality of the system, information quality, and service quality of ICVE, and improving teachers' E-learning experience can effectively enhance teachers' behavioral intention to use ICVE.
La primera recepción del Concilio Vaticano II: una acogida paradójica
Authors: Iglesias Cobo Jesús
Published: January 2025

Presentamos el contexto social y eclesial de la primera recepción del Concilio Vaticano II como el primer paso a dar para poder identificar la pertinencia de la exhortación Evangelii nuntiandi, documento que acoge, custodia y profundiza la enseñanza conciliar. En este sentido, destacaremos, en primer lugar, los puntos centrales de la renovación conciliar, para con ello considerar el contexto en el que se realiza la recepción de dicha renovación y así, en último lugar, abrir la cuestión de la pertinencia de Evangelii nuntiandi.
Trama principal de Evangelii nuntiandi
Authors: Martínez Sáez, FMVD Juan F.
Published: January 2025

La Exhortación apostólica postsinodal Evangelii nuntiandi de san Pablo VI aparece a los ojos del lector como un documento claro y sencillo de entender; bajo la apariencia de su sencillez se esconde un tesoro del magisterio pontificio en relación con lo esencial de la Iglesia que es la evangelización. El artículo pretende descubrir la trama principal de la EN, es decir, aquello que le da consistencia y que de una manera u otra se encuentra a lo largo de todo el texto. De forma sintética se puede afirmar que “la trama principal de la EN es la afirmación que el nexo entre Cristo y la Iglesia es la evangelización”. Para ello se analiza la intencionalidad del documento, el empleo del término evangelización y su fundamento teológico para mostrar cómo la evangelización es el nexo entre Cristo y la Iglesia.
Una Iglesia evangelizada, evangeliza. La novedad y actualidad del Evangelio en la misión eclesial
Authors: Carvajal Blanco Juan Carlos
Published: January 2025

Jesucristo es la permanente novedad que Dios ofrece a los hombre. Esta novedad tiene una proyección escatológica y, por tanto, ha de ser actualizada a lo largo del tiempo. La Iglesia es la portadora de dicha novedad y su testimonio. A partir de estos presupuestos, y de la mano de Evangelii nuntiandi, el artículo estudia la lógica por la cual la Iglesia cumple con su misión evangelizadora en la medida en que ella misma está evangelizada. También estudia cómo esta misma lógica halla su eco y desarrollo en la propuesta evangelizadora del papa Francisco y expone cuáles son las condiciones por las cuales la Iglesia puede cumplir, verdaderamente, con la misión recibida.
Pablo VI y la catequesis
Authors: Delgado Escolar Rafael
Published: January 2025

En el marco de renovación eclesial propiciada por el Concilio Vaticano II, la aportación de Pablo VI a la catequesis es clave. El artículo va recorriendo los hitos más significativos de su pontificado que guardan relación con la catequesis desde el Concilio hasta el Sínodo de los Obispos de 1977 que aborda específicamente este tema. De este modo, se muestra la labor de guía y orientación realizada por Pablo VI en un periodo que requería discernimiento y cuyos frutos se irán manifestando progresivamente en la renovación de la catequesis hasta nuestros días.
Repurposing Wood Waste for the Production of Wooden Carved Doors for Environmental Sustainability
Authors:   Department of Indigenous Art and Technology, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi-Ghana, Awuni Samuel , Tabi-Agyei Emmanuel ,   Department of Indigenous Art and Technology, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi-Ghana, Baah Owusu Panin Kwame ,   Department of Painting and Sculpture, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi-Ghana, Adom Dickson ,   Department of Educational Innovations in Science and Technology Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi-Ghana
Published: January 2025

This study discusses the potential use of disposed wooden beams at construction sites that have become waste materials for the creation of functional items such as wooden carved door for environmental conservation. The growing problem of waste management has led to the need for more economical, artistic and environmentally friendly alternatives. The purpose of the study was to repurpose wood waste for the creation of economically-viable artefacts to achieve environmental sustainability. The researchers employed a studio-based research design under the qualitative research approach with direct observation, personal interviews and photographs as research instruments for the study. It was found out that wooden beam waste materials could be creatively transformed into carved floral patterns on the wooden door panels with floral patterns that are functional, decorative and able to generate income. The research recommends that using discarded wood to create functional and aesthetically pleasing products such as furniture, decorative items and flooring that can contribute to a greener economy and environmental sustainability.
Rural Tourism Promotion and livelihood enhancement: an evaluation of craftworks of Sirigu Women Organisation in Pottery and Arts (SWOPA) Project in the Kasena-Nankana East District of Ghana
Authors:   Department of Creative Design and Technology in the University for Development Studies, Nyankpala Campus, Ghana, Dzramedo Bernard Edem , Kuuder Conrad J. Wuleka , Amoah Princess
Published: January 2025

The Sirigu Women in Pottery and Arts (SWOPA) project was set up as a rural tourism promotion facility to enhance the economic wellbeing of women in the community. However, patronage in recent times has begun dwindling making the financial fortunes of the facility on women highly uncertain nowadays. This study sought to examine possible causes of the low patronage of the pottery and arts products and suggest a way forward to reactivating the association’s fortunes for a better livelihood. The study considered a mixed methods approach employing both qualitative and quantitative methods for data collection. The number of respondents sampled was 226 from the membership of the women’s association while other relevant stakeholders in the community were also purposively contacted. The results indeed, pointed to low patronage of pottery and related art works as end products now were accordingly not appealing to clients anymore due to factors such as poor finishing, bulky sizes and weight of products to be carried home as souvenirs among others. Low tourist arrivals to the centre in recent years has been attributed to poor publicity and infrastructural challenges of the destination area. It is suggested that training with modern methods in the arts to enhance outcomes of products and likewise introducing new arts forms to add value to their works will do a “hat-trick”. Furthermore, engaging visitors in the practical sessions of the artwork would prolong their stay and encourage re-visit intentions to the centre.
X3CrNiMo13-4 martenzitik paslanmaz çeliklerde fırında sert lehimleme prosesinde kullanılan koruyucu gaz karışımlarının yorulma performansına etkisi
Authors: Başer Tanya A.
Published: January 2025

Fırında sert lehimleme, enerji teknolojisi, havacılık, uzay ve otomotiv endüstrisi alanlarında teknik gelişim için öncü rol oynayan, düşük maliyetli bir birleştirme teknolojisidir. Sert lehimleme işleminin fırın içerisinde vakumlu ortamda değil, koruyucu gaz ve karışımlarının kullanılması durumunda, gaz kompozisyonunun birleştirilmiş parçanın yorulma performansını etkilediği bilinmektedir. Bu çalışmada, X3CrNiMo13-4 martenzitik paslanmaz çelik malzemelerin Au18Ni alaşımı ara bağlayıcı tabaka kullanılarak iki farklı koruyucu gaz ortamında (%93 Ar - %7 H2 ve %100 H2) fırında sert lehimleme özellikleri araştırılmıştır. Çalışmada fırında sert lehimleme prosesi sırasında kullanılan farklı koruyucu gazların birleştirilmiş bölgenin yorulma dayanımı ile mikroyapı ve sertlik özelliklerine etkisi incelenmiştir. Ayrıca mikroyapı ve kırılma yüzeyleri üzerinden yapılan karakterizasyon çalışmaları, yorulma testi sonuçları ile karşılaştırılarak değerlendirilmiştir. Yorulma testleri sonucunda %93 Ar - %7 H2 koruyucu gaz altında 20.000 çevrimde σnom,max değeri 250 MPa iken, %100 H2 koruyucu gazı kullanıldığında bu değer 450 MPa’a yükseldiği belirlenmiştir.
Determination of insecticides in honey samples collected from Gümüşhane-Turkiye; Box-Behnken design evaluation of experimental parameters
Authors: Erçağ Erol , Saygı Yalçın Berrin , Şahin Murat , Hızal Yücesoy Fehime Jülide
Published: January 2025

This study deals with the investigation of cyfluthrin, cypermethrin, deltamethrin, and malathion residues in local honey samples from Gümüşhane, Turkey. The determination was performed with GC/MS-MS method with HP-5MS column under certain conditions: 120 ℃ oven temperature, 250 ℃ injection temperature, 121.9 kPa pressure and 1.2-1.8 mL/min flow rates. The samples were picked from eighteen stations of Gümüşhane. Standard addition method was employed in chromatographic determination. No pesticide detected in samples of fifteen stations, nevertheless, subjected pesticides were determined in samples collected from other three stations. The residue levels varied from 0.18 mg/kg to 9.50 mg/kg at 1.5 mL/min flow rate. The results were also evaluated with Box-Behnken Design (BBD) optimization. Multivariate experimental design (flow rate and station, pesticide type) was employed for constructing quadratic models. Regression analysis showed that the experimental results and the predictive values yielded by model are quite close to each other with determination coefficient (R2) of 0.985.
Phubbing Sebagai Tantangan Etika Komunikasi: Dampaknya terhadap Kesejahteraan Emosional dalam Hubungan Personal
Authors: Aulia Nurul Khasanah  , Rohmah Lulu Fitriani  , Sevilla Permatawati  , Siti Nur Azizah  , Muslikah Muslikah  , Ashari Mahfud
Published: January 2025

The widespread use of smartphones has given rise to the phenomenon of phubbing, where individuals prioritize their devices over face-to-face interactions. The purpose of this study is to explore phubbing as a communication ethics challenge and its impact on emotional well-being in personal relationships. The method used in this study is a literature review involving national and international indexed journals obtained through Google Scholar, Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), and ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center), Taylor & Francis, Springer, Elsevier with a span of 2017-2024. The findings of this study reveal that phubing can have a negative impact on interpersonal relationships and individual psychological well-being. This behavior can damage communication, reduce the quality of personal relationships, and trigger psychological problems such as anxiety, depression, and feelings of loneliness. Therefore, interventions in guidance and counseling are needed to deal with phubbing more comprehensivel.
Hubungan antara Tipe Kepribadian Big Five dengan Terpaan Berita Viral di Platform Media Sosial
Authors: Ladya Ghaisani K  , Indy Rahma F  , Dilla Maghdalena O  , Abdullah Azzam Al Afghani
Published: January 2025

The rapid development of digital technology, especially social media, makes access to information easier and faster. The development of increasingly sophisticated technology allows individuals to obtain news from various sources anytime and anywhere, one of which is through social media. Social media has become a staple part of the lives of today's younger generation. The research design used is quantitative research. The design used in this research is inferential statistics. The sampling method in this study used purposive sampling technique. This study successfully revealed a significant relationship between the personality dimensions of Extraversion and Conscientiousness with the tendency of individuals to be exposed to viral news on social media. Individuals who are more Extraversion tend to be less interested in sensational news, while Conscientiousness tend to actively seek information, including viral news.
Analisis Perilaku Agresi Pengguna Aplikasi Kencan Online pada Gen Z
Authors: Sischa Wahyu Wardani  , Anisa Arwah Lia  , Ishma Annisa  , Abdullah Azzam Al Afghani
Published: January 2025

Technological developments have given birth to various cutting-edge applications, including online chatting applications, online motorcycle taxis, shopping, and online dating applications. Social media and online applications can be easily accessed by various groups of society. Aggressive behavior is behavior that aims to hurt or harm other people who do not want it. This research uses a qualitative phenomenological method. A phenomenological approach was used to understand generation Z's subjective experience of open relationships through the use of online dating applications. The formulation of the problem in this research is, what are the characteristics of aggressive behavior that appear among online dating application users among Generation Z and what factors influence this. This research aims to understand the dynamics of aggressive behavior that occurs among online dating application users in Generation Z. In addition, this research aims to explore and understand various types of aggression, including physical, verbal and relational.
Psikoedukasi dalam Meningkatkan Awareness pada Siswa Kelas 9B SMP N 45 Semarang
Authors: Siti Hikmah  , Putri Asmara Dirgantari  , Muhamad Krisna Bagus Virgiana  , Alika Maezalati Usbah
Published: January 2025

Adolescence is an important transitional stage in life involving physical development, psychological and sexual maturity, which often triggers curiosity about sexuality. Psychoeducation is designed to provide insight and raise awareness about sexual education. The implementation of this psychoeducation uses a Community Based Research approach. The results of this psychoeducation showed a positive impact in increasing students' understanding of sexual education.
Fenomena Gangguan Kepribadian Antisosial dan Narsistik Terhadap Perilaku Narapidana
Authors: Adinda Nur Oktafia Rosadi  , Siti Faedattusyahadah  , Sandora Afita  , Annisa Darmaji Putri  , Dhimas Petrik Simanjuntak  , Tugimin Supriyadi
Published: January 2025

The types of personality disorders often associated with criminal behavior in prisoners are antisocial personality disorder and narcissistic personality disorder. Antisocial Personality Disorder is a personality disorder characterized by a pattern of indifference and violation of the rights of others, which usually begins in childhood or early adolescence and continues into adulthood. Meanwhile, Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a psychological disorder characterized by patterns of excessive superiority, fantasies of power or extraordinary importance, and the need for admiration or special treatment. The method in this study uses a descriptive method with literature study data collection techniques involving the study of theories and references related to values, culture, and norms that apply in the social context under study. Literature study is an important step in research because research always depends on scientific literature. Literature study was conducted for data analysis in this research. Research data was obtained from relevant sources, such as books, journals, articles, and previous research, through literature study.
Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Pychological Well Being pada Mahasiswa di Indonesia: A Systematic Scoping Review
Authors: Meininda Rhivent Norhidayah  , Elza Kusumawati  , Amherstia Pasca Rina
Published: January 2025

Objective: This scoping literature review is intended to identify factors that influence Psychological well-being and see the gap synthesis of previous studies. Introduction: Students as the next generation of the nation often face various challenges, both in academic, social, and personal fields. These challenges can affect their psychological well-being, which is an important aspect in supporting the success of studies and life as a whole. Methods and analysis: This study uses 5 main stages, namely the stage of identifying questions, identifying relevant studies, selecting study results, data extraction, data synthesis. Specifically using the PCC framework and paying attention to inclusion and exclusion criteria so that the final results are obtained. Results: The results found from the data selection found a total of 8,401 articles from 1 database and duplication was done twice (in the first check using Rayyan.ai the second work during data selection with Rayyan.ai n = 807 After duplication of data selection based on inclusion exclusion criteria, 63 relevant articles were found. After manual re-detection, the final results were 13 articles that were most relevant to the research topic.
Model Stres Kerja dan Dampaknya pada Produktivitas: Analisis Literatur
Authors: Asla Hanifah Putri  , Nadia Rohimah  , Amanda Elizafitriani  , Amanda Elizafitriani  , Netty Merdiaty
Published: January 2025

This study explores the model of work stress and its impact on productivity through a comprehensive systematic literature review approach. The objectives of the study are to analyze the complex dynamics of work stress, identify determinants, and explore effective intervention mechanisms to mitigate its negative impacts. The research methodology uses a qualitative approach with meta-synthesis techniques, conducting an in-depth analysis of ten leading scientific journals published between 2020-2024. The results of the study revealed that work stress is a multidimensional construct influenced by individual, organizational, and contextual factors, with key variables including workload, social support, organizational climate, and demographic characteristics. The findings indicate that work stress significantly affects psychological well-being and productivity, with different impacts based on gender, type of work, and organizational context. This study concludes the need for an integrative and proactive approach to work stress management, which does not only focus on individual interventions, but also transforms organizational structures and cultures.
Pengaruh Academic Burnout Terhadap Motivasi Belajar Siswa SMP Angkasa Lanud Padang
Authors: Nada Aisya Hasanah Bustami  , Jingga Tsabitah  , Icha Diana Putri  , Nada Izdihar Firdausa  , Adinda Fortuna  , Izzanil Hidayati
Published: January 2025

The role of education in shaping the quality of individuals and producing national intelligence is very important, especially at the junior high school level. However, at this level students often experience academic burnout, which is fatigue due to academic pressure that greatly affects their motivation to learn. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of academic burnout on learning motivation in students of Angkasa Lanud Junior High School, Padang. The research data were collected using a Likert scale questionnaire completed by 30 students who were selected as samples from a total population of 58 students. Data analysis was carried out using the IBM SPSS version 20 application with the Spearman Rank Correlation non-parametric analysis technique. obtained r = 0.396 and p significance = 0.045. The results showed a significant influence between academic burnout and student learning motivation.
Perbedaan Motivasi Belajar Siswa Laki-Laki dan Perempuan di SMAN 22 Surabaya
Authors: Alief Rizqi Arian  , Yohana Wuri Satwika
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this study was to determine whether there are differences in the learning motivation of male and female students at SMAN 22 Surabaya. This study used quantitative approach. The subjects in this study were male and female students of SMAN 22 Surabaya with a total of 165 students. Where with details of 67 male students and 98 female students consisting of 3 batches. This research uses descriptive data analysis techniques. Based on the results of data analysis and previous discussion, it is known that the significance value is 0.984> 0.05, it means that there is no significant difference in learning motivation in both male and female students. In the data analysis above, the mean or average of male students, 102.3731, is greater than that of female students, 102.3367. so it can be stated that the learning motivation of male students is greater than that of female students.
Pengalaman Perempuan dalam Menghadapi Beauty Privilege dan Diskriminasi di Tempat Kerja
Authors: Bunga Sabrina Eka Abelia  , Ulilababil Ulilababil  , Rauly Sijabat
Published: January 2025

This study explores women’s experiences of discrimination in the workplace due to beauty privilege. This study uses a qualitative approach with in-depth interview techniques, participant observation, and questionnaires to uncover forms of discrimination. This phenomenon creates injustice and has negative impacts on individuals who do not meet beauty standards, such as feelings of inferiority, alienation, and limited career opportunities. This study recommends the importance of awareness and more inclusive policies to reduce appearance-based discrimination in the workplace. The findings show that beauty privilege often provides advantages for individuals who are considered physically attractive, but also creates psychological stress for those who do not meet certain beauty standards.
Pengaruh Stres Terhadap Emotional Eating pada Atlet Arung Jeram Jawa Timur
Authors: Estri Novia Febrianti  , Miftakhul Jannah
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the effect of stress on emotional eating among whitewater rafting athletes in East Java. Stress, caused by the demands of competition and intensive training, often triggers emotional eating behavior, which involves overeating as a response to negative emotions. This research employs a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design, involving 68 athletes from the East Java Whitewater Rafting Federation. Data were collected through an online questionnaire using a stress scale and an emotional eating scale. The results show that the majority of athletes (70.6%) experience high levels of stress, and most (39.7%) exhibit moderate levels of emotional eating. Regression analysis indicates a significant positive relationship between stress and emotional eating (p < 0.05), with stress contributing 9.2% to the variation in emotional eating. This study highlights the importance of stress management to prevent emotional eating, which can affect athletes' health and performance. Recommended stress management strategies include emotional regulation training and providing psychological counseling services.
Pengaruh Dukungan Sosial dan Self Esteem terhadap Motivasi Kerja pada Mahasiswa yang Sudah Bekerja
Authors: Syahdad Faturrohman  , Fardan Afif  , Elthon Muhammad Ray Alexis  , Lucky Purwantini
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the effect of social support and self esteem on work motivation in working students. The research method used in this study is quantitative with a correlational design used to examine the relationship between social support variables and self esteem to work motivation with the sampling technique used, namely purposive sampling. Data collection in this study is using a social support scale, self esteem scale, and work motivation scale on 134 students who have worked with a length of work <1 year - >4 years. The analysis techniques used in this study are spearmen correlation and multiple linear regression. The results of the analysis that has been done show that there is a significant positive relationship in social support to work motivation. These results indicate that students who are already working and have high social support will increase their work motivation. However, self esteem shows that there is no significant influence on work motivation. In this study, the effective contribution value given from each variable is r2 = 0, 658 or 65.8%.
Kebutuhan Penderita Penyakit Jantung di Usia Dewasa Madya
Authors: Dwi Kartika Aulia Putri  , Hafizah Putri Salim  , Muhammad Haikal  , Nurul Azmi Ansari
Published: January 2025

Middle adulthood ranges from 40 years to 60 years. The needs of heart disease sufferers in middle adulthood are needs that prioritize physical health such as exercise, diet and regular medication. This research aims to find out how important the needs of individuals suffering from heart disease are. The research method used is a qualitative method with a literature and interview approach. Data was obtained from analysis of related literature as well as in-depth interviews with informants who suffered from heart disease at the age of 58 years. The research results show that the needs of middle adults who suffer from heart disease prioritize health restoration recommended by doctors by means of bypass surgery. This is shown by the improvement in physical health experienced by the informants, by maintaining their diet, taking prescribed medication, exercising regularly, and monitoring their health at recommended clinics. This result has been felt by the informant that changes in his physical condition are currently starting to improve and he is still in the recovery stage.
Análisis sobre los desafíos actuales de la democracia, la participación y representación política de las mujeres en Panamá (2019-2024)
Authors:   Tribunal Electoral, Martínez Paredes Tamara
Published: January 2025

El presente trabajo analiza los discursos de las personas que ocuparon la presidencia de la junta directiva de la Asamblea Nacional para el período 2019-2024. La metodología se basa en el uso de categorías que permiten leer la construcción discursiva en relación con la democracia, los derechos político-electorales, la representación política y la relación entre poderes del Estado. Asimismo, el enfoque de género integra al análisis discursivo la participación de las mujeres y su incidencia en las leyes y políticas públicas que faciliten el avance de las mujeres en igualdad de condiciones y oportunidades.
Reliable person in the net of the KGB in the Lithuanian SSR
Authors: Okuličiūtė Lina
Published: January 2025

Nowadays, the sensitive issue to Lithuanian society of secret agents of the former Soviet repressive institution the KGB (Committee for State Security) is being raised more and more often. In order to use agents more effectively and productively, a reorganization of the KGB was performed in 1952. The category of a liquidated informant (a person supplying information) was substituted by a new one, the category of reliable person. A reliable person was a Soviet citizen who at the request of the KGB reported on individuals and facts which were worth operational attention, and who did particular tasks. Reliable persons were chosen from so-called Soviet patriots on a voluntary principle. Operational contact was established with people who seemed interesting to the KGB to deal with intelligence or counter-intelligence tasks. These reliable people, doing permanently various tasks ordered by the KGB, were eventually recruited as agents. Instead of a not very useful agency, which could be used for watching different individuals, reliable people were used. In the 1950s and 1960s, the KGB in the Lithuanian SSR still had a lot of useless, unemployed agents, most of whom were only used for searches of suspected people. It appeared that reliable people could do the same work. This is the reason why it was decided to use reliable individuals rather than recruiting low-value agents. These spies worked out of ideological conviction, often not hiding their pro-Soviet attitude.
ASSOCIATION OF PREECLAMPSIA WITH OLIGOHYDRAMNIOS DURING THE LAST TRIMESTER OF PREGNANCY
Authors: Afifa Niaz  , Rida Fatima
Published: January 2025

Introduction:
Preeclampsia is a complication of pregnancy. The patient suffers from high blood pressure and high levels of protein in urine that indicate kidney damage (proteinuria), or other signs of organ damage. Its poses significant maternal and fetal risks. It can lead to serious complications, including eclampsia, HELLP syndrome, along with maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality.
Aim of Study:
To determine the association of preeclampsia with oligohydramnios during last trimester.
Methods:
We conducted a cross-sectional study of 150 pregnant women with a mean age of 29.3 ± 5.9 years and a mean gestational age of 34.07 ± 2.4 weeks. Participants underwent clinical assessment, uterine artery Doppler ultrasonography, and measurement of amniotic fluid index (AFI). Chi-square tests were used to analyze associations between variables.
Results:
The prevalence of hypertension was 18%, diabetes 11.3%, and IUGR 14.7%. Mean AFI was 10.3 ± 3.7 cm. Uterine artery Doppler indices showed similar mean values for right and left arteries. Significant associations were found between hypertension and IUGR (p < 0.0001), hypertension and right uterine artery Doppler indices (p = 0.01), and hypertension and left uterine artery Doppler indices (p = 0.02). IUGR was significantly associated with both right (p = 0.031) and left (p = 0.008) uterine artery Doppler indices. No significant association was observed between hypertension and AFI (p = 0.766).
Conclusion:
 Our findings demonstrate strong relationships between hypertension, IUGR, and altered uterine artery blood flow in pregnancy. The lack of association between hypertension and AFI contrasts with some previous studies and warrants further investigation. These results underscore the importance of comprehensive monitoring in high-risk pregnancies, particularly focusing on fetal growth and uteroplacental blood-flow assessment.
Analyzing the Utilization of Data Analytics in Supply Chain Decision-Making among Small and Medium Enterprises in Lusaka, Zambia
Authors: Butala Leah , Mwanza Bupe Getrude
Published: January 2025

Data analytics has become a crucial tool for businesses, allowing them to uncover valuable insights from large datasets and enhance their operational efficiency. For Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), which are the foundation of many economies, effective supply chain management is essential for staying competitive and sustainable. This study investigated the utilization of data analytics in supply chain decision-making among SMEs in manufacturing, agribusiness, and retail and wholesale trade in Lusaka, Zambia. Employing a quantitative research approach, this study collected and analyzed data from a representative sample of 220 SMEs in Lusaka. The findings revealed that several intertwined factors contribute significantly to the lack of big data analytics use in supply chain decision-making among SMEs in Lusaka with many SMEs acknowledging gaps in expertise and uneven distribution of skills. Additionally, the findings suggested a significant gap in data analytics knowledge and application within the company's supply chain management. Based on these findings the study recommends that SMEs invest in data infrastructure and prioritize data analytics training to enhance the utilization of data analytics in the supply chain. In the same vein, the study recommends that policymakers develop policies such as tax incentives, grants, and subsidies that encourage the adoption of data analytics among SMEs in Lusaka.
How Prions Can Unlock Protein Design
Authors: Marrogi Eryney , Sternlieb Theodore
Published: January 2025

Nature's most persistent, self-propagating proteins offer an excellent model for studying protein dynamics.
Pelaksanaan Program Wajib Belajar (Wajar) Pendidikan Dasar (Dikdas) Sembilan Tahun menurut Pandangan Pendidikan Islam di Desa Ajang Pulu Kecamatan Sibulue
Authors: Firman
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini tujuannya untuk mengetahui pelaksanaan program wajib belajar (wajar) pendidikan dasar (dikdas) sembilan tahun menurut pandangan pendidikan Islam di Desa Ajang Pulu Kecamatan Sibulue. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan tentang pelaksanaan program wajib belajar pendidikan dasar 9 tahun di Desa Ajang Pulu, terlaksana melalui tiga aspek yaitu: pertama secara konteks dapat terlaksana, karena dengan adanya yang melatarbelakangi penyelenggaraan program wajar dikdas yang berkaitan dengan lingkungan program memadai, mencakup kebutuhan masyarakat dan kelayakan sekolah sebagai penyelenggara, kedua secara input dengan adanya Indikator yang berhasil ditunjukan pada kepemilikan jadwal pelajaran serta mata pelajaran yang diajarkan sudah sesuai dengan program wajar dikdas, ketiga secara proses pada aspek proses terlihat dari terlaksananya supervisi, monitoring, laporan serta penyesuaian program wajar dikdas dengan program di sekolah dapat berjalan setiap hari demi keaktifan dan kelacaran belajar siswa. Faktor penghambat pelaksanaan program pendidikan dasar 9 tahun di desa Ajang Pulu bahwa sebagian besar orang tua yang memiliki pendidikan rendah, tingkat pendapatan/penghasilan kepala keluarga yang terbatas, jumlah tanggungan orang tua banyak dan faktor lingkungan yang kurang baik. Sehingga hal tersebut yang menjadi indikasi pada orang tua masyarakat desa Ajang Pulu kurang mementingkan pendidikan pada anak-anaknya, karena mereka lebih memilih anaknya membantu kesehariannya dalam mencari nafkah sehari-hari. Di dalam pandangan pendidikan Islam tentang pelaksanaan program pendidikan dasar sangat dianjurkan untuk menanamkan nilai-nilai pendidikan pada anak usia dini. Karena para orang tua di desa Ajang Pulu menerapkan pendidikan Islam kepada anak diberikan pada usia dini dengan memasukkan anaknya di TK/TPA Nurul Amin, anak diajarkan bagaimana mereka berlaku sopan, ramah kepada orang lain, rajin melakukan ibadah, tidak ikut-ikutan dalam melakukan perbuatan yang merugikan diri sendiri maupun orang lain.
PENERAPAN SISTEM INFORMASI KESEHATAN PADA PUSKESMAS PEMBANTU MAMBEN DAYA UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KUALITAS LAYANAN KESEHATAN
Authors: Setiawan Hendra , Gazali Muhammad Munawir
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan di Puskesmas Pembantu Mamben Daya melalui sistem informasi kesehatan berbasis web. Metode waterfall digunakan, meliputi analisis kebutuhan, perancangan sistem, pengembangan perangkat lunak, dan pengujian. Analisis kebutuhan melibatkan wawancara dan observasi staf untuk identifikasi kebutuhan fungsional dan non-fungsional. Perancangan sistem menggunakan Model berbasis objek dengan UML, pengembangan perangkat lunak menggunakan HTML, CSS, JavaScript, dan framework PHP CodeIgniter. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan dalam kecepatan dan akurasi pencatatan data pasien, memudahkan akses bagi tenaga medis. Uji coba sistem menunjukkan tingkat kepuasan yang tinggi, khususnya terkait kemudahan penggunaan, kecepatan akses, dan keamanan data. Kesimpulan adalah penerapan sistem ini dapat meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan kesehatan di Puskesmas Pembantu Mamben Daya. Rekomendasi termasuk pengembangan fitur tambahan, seperti teknologi mobile untuk akses yang lebih fleksibel.
Regulasi dan Tantangan Hukum Penggunaan AI di Sektor Publik dalam Risiko, Akuntabilitas, dan Kebijakan Strategis
Authors: Faisal Muh.
Published: January 2025

Dalam era digitalisasi yang pesat, penggunaan Artificial Intelligence (AI) di sektor publik menawarkan peluang signifikan untuk meningkatkan efisiensi dan efektivitas pelayanan kepada masyarakat. Namun, teknologi ini juga menimbulkan tantangan hukum yang kompleks, termasuk risiko bias algoritmik, kurangnya transparansi dalam pengambilan keputusan, dan masalah akuntabilitas ketika terjadi kesalahan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi regulasi yang ada terkait penggunaan AI, tantangan hukum yang dihadapi, dan merumuskan kebijakan strategis yang diperlukan untuk mitigasi risiko serta peningkatan akuntabilitas. Dengan pendekatan kualitatif melalui studi literatur dan analisis kebijakan, hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa evaluasi regulasi yang ada, pengembangan kerangka hukum yang komprehensif, serta pelatihan bagi aparatur publik merupakan langkah penting untuk memastikan penggunaan AI yang aman dan bertanggung jawab. Hasil ini diharapkan dapat menjadi acuan bagi pembuat kebijakan dalam merumuskan strategi penggunaan AI yang berorientasi pada pelayanan publik yang adil dan transparan.
PERAN LITERASI KEUANGAN DALAM MENEKAN DAMPAK PINJAMAN ONLINE PADA MAHASISWA FAKULTAS EKONOMI DAN BISNIS, UNIVERSITAS PALANGKA RAYA
Authors: Tiawon Harin , Kristinae Vivy
Published: January 2025

Literasi keuangan merupakan kemampuan penting yang harus dimiliki mahasiswa untuk menghadapi tantangan ekonomi, termasuk risiko jerat pinjaman online. Kegiatan sosialisasi literasi keuangan bertujuan meningkatkan pemahaman mahasiswa dalam mengelola keuangan pribadi, membuat keputusan finansial yang rasional, dan mengidentifikasi risiko keuangan. Metode pelaksanaan meliputi seminar, workshop, kuliah tematik, diskusi kelompok, simulasi, dan kampanye digital, yang dirancang untuk menyampaikan pengetahuan secara teoretis dan praktis. Manfaat positif dari kegiatan ini mencakup peningkatan kesadaran finansial, kemampuan pengelolaan anggaran, pencegahan penggunaan pinjaman ilegal, serta penguatan kapasitas akademik dan profesional mahasiswa. Namun, tantangan seperti resistensi peserta dan potensi kesalahan penerapan memerlukan pendekatan yang matang dan evaluasi berkelanjutan. Dengan melibatkan sinergi antara kampus, pemerintah, dan institusi keuangan, kegiatan ini diharapkan dapat menciptakan mahasiswa yang cerdas finansial, mandiri, dan berkontribusi pada stabilitas ekonomi yang berkelanjutan. Literasi keuangan yang baik tidak hanya bermanfaat secara individu, tetapi juga mendukung pembangunan ekonomi yang inklusif.
PELATIHAN BUSINESS PLAN DALAM PENINGKATAN SKILL KEWIRAUSAHAAN PADA MAHASISWA JURUSAN MANAJEMEN FAKULTAS EKONOMI DAN BISNIS, UNIVERSITAS PALANGKA RAYA
Authors: Ferdinand Ferdinand , Meitiana Meitiana , Kristinae Vivy
Published: January 2025

Pelatihan business plan bagi mahasiswa bertujuan untuk meningkatkan keterampilan kewirausahaan dengan memberikan pemahaman mendalam tentang pembuatan rencana bisnis yang efektif dan aplikatif. Kegiatan ini melibatkan beberapa tahap, mulai dari pengenalan konsep dasar business plan, analisis pasar, proyeksi keuangan, hingga strategi pemasaran. Mahasiswa diberikan kesempatan untuk menyusun business plan mereka sendiri, didampingi oleh fasilitator dan mentor yang berpengalaman. Selain itu, peserta juga berlatih mempresentasikan business plan mereka di depan panel untuk mendapatkan umpan balik yang konstruktif. Melalui pelatihan ini, mahasiswa diharapkan mampu mengembangkan ide bisnis mereka dengan lebih terstruktur dan terukur, serta mempersiapkan diri untuk memulai usaha atau merencanakan karir kewirausahaan. Evaluasi pelatihan dilakukan melalui penilaian kinerja business plan yang disusun dan umpan balik dari mentor, dengan tujuan untuk mengidentifikasi kekuatan dan area yang perlu diperbaiki dalam perencanaan bisnis mereka. Hasil dari pelatihan ini menunjukkan bahwa kegiatan ini memberikan manfaat positif bagi mahasiswa dalam memperkuat kemampuan kewirausahaan dan mempersiapkan mereka untuk menghadapi tantangan dunia bisnis yang dinamis.
Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) and Sustainability Options’ Integration into the Pakistan’s Merchant Marine Policy 2001 (Revised 2019)
Authors: Sajid Laiba , Ali Anam , Abubakar Muhammad
Published: January 2025

Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) is a valuable tool to formulate, coordinate, and deliver a broad vision and policies in a country and meet at least sustainable development objectives more quickly. However, some policies do not consider SEA in their formulation and continue to update with new policies without regard to the current environmental and social problems concerning the development and the measures that a nation's government can embrace. The objective of this study was to incorporate the Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) into the Pakistan Merchant Marine Policy, which was revised in 2019. The method used in the study was an analysis of existing maritime policy and international conventions. The baseline environmental data was obtained through focus discussions with stakeholders' consultation and field assessment. Impacts were assessed, and potential ecological issues were examined using the SEA framework. Stakeholder involvement was paramount in admitting all the acceptable solutions in the objectives' revision of the Pakistan Maritime Policy. The study highlighted the environmental impacts of the shipping industry, including invasive species, air pollution, water pollution, and noise pollution. It evaluated sustainable alternatives for mitigating these impacts, focusing on realistic, viable, and implementable solutions. Recommendations include marine conservation strategies, low-carbon vessel designs, and ballast water regulation, addressing policy gaps in sustainability for Pakistan's Merchant Marine Policy (revised, 2019). The study devised specific alternatives to the policy when revised next time.
From Policy to Progress: Evaluating Institutional Quality, Trade Openness, FDI, and Green Technologies' Role in Green Economic Growth Using an ARDL Approach in Emerging Asian Economies
Authors: Yousaf Muhammad , Khalid Sukaina , Masood Sheikh Salman , Subhani Junaid
Published: January 2025

This study scrutinizes the influence of institutional quality, green innovation, foreign direct investment, plus trade openness on green economic growth in emerging Asian countries, with a specific focus on China, India, and Pakistan, covering the period from 1999 to 2023. Using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model, the research assesses short-run and long-run affiliations among these variables in cooperation. The outcomes illustrate that, in the long run, FDI or green innovation positively contributes to green economic growth, emphasizing their importance in fostering sustainable development. Conversely, institutional quality (IQ) is negatively associated with green growth, suggesting that weak institutional frameworks can hinder environmental progress. TOP also negatively influences green development, likely due to the trade of pollution-intensive goods. In the short run, the effects of FDI are notably adverse. At the same time, the inspiration for green invention, institutional quality, plus trade openness are less significant, implying that their impact on green growth takes more time to manifest. The study finds indications supporting the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) hypothesis for these nations, indicating that conservational degradation initially increases before improving as economic evolution progresses. Partial support is also found for the Pollution Halo Concept, where trade openness and green innovation can lead to cleaner industrial practices over time. Policymakers should focus on improving institutional quality, fostering green FDI, and supporting policies that promote green innovation and sustainable trade practices.
IMPROVEMENT OF QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM – CASE STUDY OF A METAL INDUSTRY COMPANY
Authors: Bialy Witold , Maruszewska Ewa Wanda
Published: January 2025

Continuous monitoring and improvement of quality management system is a must for a modern company to operate smoothly. Properly conducted audits and application of preventive correction actions are important elements of the system as well. The paper presents the results of research conducted in a large metal industry company with a tradition exceeding
one hundred years. The main focus was placed on internal audits and on handling with customer complaints. Corrective and preventive actions were presented in order to eliminate the causes of existing and potential nonconformities within the existing quality management system.
BIOMECHANICAL ANALYSIS OF THE SQUAT MOTION IN THE ANYBODY MODELING SYSTEM
Authors: Spahić Denis
Published: January 2025

This paper reviews The AnyBody Modeling System, designed for virtual modelling and biomechanical analysis of different musculoskeletal systems. On the example of human body musculoskeletal model, capabilities and several features of the AnyBody System are presented. An example of a full-body model doing a squat motion, with and without additional weight, is analysed, where individual forces in the quadriceps muscles, muscle activity of the upper body, as well as the reaction forces in the hip joint are obtained.
CALIBRATION PROCESS AND IMPACTS TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT DURING THE CALIBRATION OF CONTACT THERMOMETERS FOR TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT OF SOLID SURFACE
Authors: Jarović-Bajramović Narcisa , Zaimović-Uzunović Nermina , Terzić Edin
Published: January 2025

Measurements, calibrations of contact thermometer have been conducted on prototype/standard – apparatus for calibration of contact thermometers on solid surface (in following text just prototype). In order to make the calibration obtained result whole an estimation of measurement uncertainty is done. The possibility to vary parameter of influence of ambient temperature just above the reference surface is used. This parameter is directly derived from the construction of the prototype.