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DIREITO INTERNACIONAL:
Authors: Do Vale Oliveira Igor , Ruggery Ferreira Evangelista Costa Alif , Silva Salomão Larissa , Ferreira de Souza Vitória
Published: May 2024

O presente artigo tem como objetivo fomentar e explicar a aplicação do Direito Penal internacional, que, pode ser conceituado como uma disciplina que abrange o conjunto de normas e princípios que tipificam os crimes internacionais, sendo julgado os acusados e punidos os culpados. Podendo também analisar, no contexto da globalização, os mecanismos de justiça penal internacional que devem atuar na proteção aos direitos humanos, com um enfoque especial ao TPI como um importante instrumento de tutela dos bens jurídicos penais internacionais. Sendo contornos desenvolvidos para estabelecer uma doutrina jurídica específica e plenamente satisfatória para os crimes internacionais. Esta deveria estabelecer padrões gerais de responsabilidade para condutas consideradas crimes pelo Direito Internacional, sistematicamente sendo registrado e classificando os elementos estruturais comuns a tais crimes
ABANDONO AFETIVO NAS RELAÇÕES PATERNO-FILIAIS: A MEDIAÇÃO COMO MEIO HUMANIZADO DE SOLUÇÃO DO CONFLITO
Authors: Braz Pereira Marilia , Martins Silva Jakeline
Published: May 2024

O presente artigo tem por objetivo abordar acerca do abandono afetivo e suas consequências, explorando a possibilidade de se utilizar da mediação como método alternativo para que conflitos sejam resolvidos. O texto destaca a mediação como alternativa principal, para solução do conflito, objetivando, inicialmente, resolver o “cerne” do problema – negligência dos pais no que concerne à relação de cuidar e conviver com os filhos, bem como humanizar o Direito, considerando de maneira subsidiária a responsabilidade civil. Além disso, serão abordados os princípios intrínsecos à relação familiar, tais como: o princípio da solidariedade familiar, da dignidade da pessoa humana, da afetividade, da proteção integral da criança e do adolescente e o do melhor interesse da criança e do adolescente. Quanto à metodologia empregada, foi utilizado o método dedutivo. As informações foram coletadas em fontes secundárias de pesquisa por meio de livros de direito, pesquisa bibliográfica e artigos jurídicos.
GESTÃO DE MÃO DE OBRA NA CONSTRUÇÃO CIVIL E SUA IMPORTÂNCIA PARA A EFICIÊNCIA NA PRODUÇÃO: UMA REVISÃO.
Authors: Bezerra Valadares Alanna , Lucas Sousa Da Silva Andrey , Eustáquio Da Silveira Heliel
Published: May 2024

A Gestão de Pessoas visa alcançar o sucesso organizacional ao alinhar eficazmente os esforços humanos. Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar a aplicação dos processos gerenciais na Gestão de Pessoas dentro do setor da construção civil. Para tal, realizou-se uma pesquisa de natureza qualitativa, classificada quanto aos fins como descritiva e aplicada, por meio de referências bibliográficas. Os dados foram coletados por meio de artigos científicos, revistas e livros. Os resultados obtidos evidenciam as organizações que fornecem meios eficazes para identificar e valorizar as habilidades individuais de cada pessoa. Nas práticas de Engenharia Civil contemporâneas, as pessoas assumiram um papel central como o recurso mais crucial para gerar valor e atingir os objetivos organizacionais. Isso ressalta a importância de explorar esse campo na Administração, utilizando processos e ferramentas para ajudar os gestores a superar os obstáculos que historicamente têm limitado o progresso na construção civil.
INTERLOCUÇÃO TEÓRICA SOBRE A ALIMENTAÇÃO ESCOLAR NO BRASIL E EM MOÇAMBIQUE
Authors: Manjama Lucinda Carolina , Barbosa de Jesus Garcia Linda Priscila , Martins Karine Anusca , Tronco Mônego Estelamaris , Fernandes Tito
Published: May 2024

Objetivo: analisar as propostas de implementação dos programas de Alimentação Escolar no Brasil e em Moçambique. Material e métodos: Realizou-se uma revisão integrativa com análise de conteúdo das políticas, programas e estratégias de apoio à alimentação escolar no Brasil e em Moçambique. Resultados e discussão: O Programa Nacional de Alimentação Escolar brasileiro é regulado pela Resolução CD/FNDE n° 06 de 08 de maio de 2020 pautando-se na universalidade e na equidade, beneficiando os estudantes da educação básica de escolas públicas, filantrópicas e comunitárias em todo País. Já em Moçambique, não existe uma base legal de operacionalização do Programa Nacional de Alimentação Escolar cujo objetivo é de reduzir de forma sustentável, o impacto negativo que a Insegurança Alimentar e a desnutrição provocam na educação. Conclusão: A experiência brasileira no campo da alimentação escolar apresenta possibilidades para melhoria na implementação deste programa em Moçambique. Merece destaque a experiência bem-sucedida da aquisição de géneros alimentícios da agricultura familiar e a inclusão da educação alimentar e nutricional na proposta pedagógica. Observa-se a necessidade da estruturação de políticas públicas na área de alimentação e nutrição em Moçambique que sirvam de base legal para o programa de Alimentação Escolar.
A MOEDA SOCIAL DO TÍQUETE FEIRA COMO POLÍTICA PÚBLICA PROMOTORA DA DIGNIDADE HUMANA ÀS FAMÍLIAS RURAIS EM SITUAÇÃO DE VULNERABILIDADE
Authors: Melquiades Isac , Ciro Meneses Santos  , Luiz de Souza Gomes  , Laíz Ribeiro Neiva
Published: May 2024

O tíquete feira nos municípios brasileiros são realizados com as políticas públicas que buscam uma maior valorização das atividades da agricultura familiar, e para fomentar a produção rural além de assistir as famílias em situação de vulnerabilidade econômica social. O pequeno produtor rural necessita de políticas que viabilizem a venda dos seus produtos. A implementação do tíquete feira seria o bastante para resolver os dilemas enfrentados na agricultura familiar? O objetivo da pesquisa é abordar estudos que possam servir de base para a análise do tíquete feira como meio para fomentar o comercio local e diminuir desigualdades sociais no meio rural. O caminho metodológico será feito por intermédio de revisão bibliográfica, pautada em uma análise descritiva e exploratória, com enfoque em conhecimento produzido e resultados encontrados. Pretende-se demonstrar as necessárias aplicações das políticas públicas do tíquete feira para abrandar as questões de desigualdade social e apontar a necessária implementação de ações que possam contribuir para fortalecer a dignidade das famílias rurais em situação de vulnerabilidade. Resultando assim numa inclusão da agricultura familiar mais fortalecida e com condições de alcançar resultados econômicos satisfatórios de desenvolvimento numa produção de alimentos inclusiva, em uma lógica empreendedora e solidária.
Análisis de un Proceso Constructivo a través de una Residencia de Obra del Proyecto Emijay – Renta Car en la Ciudad de Portoviejo, Manabí
Authors: González Moreno Carolain Denisse , García Martillo Yarod David , Toala Rodríguez Kleber Yordy , Toala Rodríguez Kleber Yordy , Parrales Cantos Glider Nunilo
Published: May 2024

La falta de supervisión técnica y seguimiento adecuado en proyectos de construcción representa un desafío significativo en la industria constructiva. En este estudio se examina la ausencia de supervisión técnica y seguimiento durante la construcción del proyecto EMIJAY-RENTA CAR ubicado en el cantón Portoviejo de la provincia de Manabí. La investigación se centra en los impactos negativos resultantes de esta falta de supervisión en términos de calidad de construcción, seguridad estructural y cumplimiento normativo. Esto puede deberse a una variedad de factores, como la falta de personal calificado, la falta de recursos adecuados o la negligencia por parte de los responsables de la supervisión. En este análisis se busca identificar las causas subyacentes de la falta de supervisión técnica y ofrecer recomendaciones para mejorar este aspecto crucial en el proceso de construcción.
Percepción de la Calidad de Espacios Públicos de Encuentro en el Centro de la Ciudad de Juliaca, 2024
Authors: Sandoval Chambi Aldair Nivardo , Mejia Ccama Shelmy Vanessa , Chaiña Cahuapaza Katheryn Alicia , Sosa Valero Edmer , Onofre Cachicatari Bryan Yeison
Published: May 2024

El presente artículo de investigación tiene como objetivo principal describir la percepción de la calidad de espacios públicos de encuentro en la ciudad de Juliaca, 2024; por lo cual este estudio se desarrolló en el centro del distrito de Juliaca, provincia de San Román, Departamento de Puno – Perú; la metodología utilizada es, tipo de investigación descriptiva por que se analizaron los resultados tal y como se mostraron en la realidad, el diseño de investigación fue transversal por que se ejecutó en un periodo de tiempo exacto, la toma de datos se realizó durante un mes en las horas pico para tener una mayor información y se realizaron de manera aleatoria en el parque zarumilla, la plaza de armas y el centro comercial por ser estos lugares los espacios de mayor afluencia de personas, se analizó una muestra no probabilística de 150 personas, de los cuales se tuvieron resultados de 33.60% y 40% están “De acuerdo” y“Totalmente de acuerdo” respectivamente; por lo cual se concluyó que el habilitar y dar mantenimiento constante a los espacios públicos es fundamental para fortalecer y mejorar la calidad de vida de los ciudadanos ya que estas acciones no solo beneficia individualmente sino que beneficia a diferentes colectivos y tipos de personas.
UNLOCKING THE POTENTIAL OF GAME BASED LEARNING EDUCATION IN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL INDONESIA
Authors: Subroto Desty Endrawati , Bartoszeck Amauri , Arsyad Muhammad
Published: May 2024

This Study aims to reveal the Potential of Game-Based Learning (GBL) Education in Schools in Intermediate First (SMP) Indonesia. The research methods used​ are studies case with collect data via observations and interviews with teachers and students at a junior high school in Indonesia. Research results show that GBL has the potency to increase the involvement of students in learning, providing an environment of interactive and interesting learning, as well as facilitating a deeper understanding​ deep about material lessons. Implications study This indicated that GBL integration can become an effective alternative​ For increasing effective learning in Indonesian junior high schools.
INCREASING THE ROLE OF COMMUNITY GUARDIANS IN OVERCOMING BULLYING BEHAVIOR AMONG GUIDED CHILDREN IN SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTIONS FOR CLASS I CHILDREN IN MEDAN
Authors: Prissima Reza , Anwar Umar
Published: May 2024

Bullying in Special Child Development Institutions has become a serious concern in education and psychology. This study aims to investigate the background of bullying at the Medan Grade 1 Special Development Institute for Children and identify the factors that influence it. The research method used is a case study with a qualitative approach. Data was collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews with various related parties, and analysis of related documents. Research findings show that factors such as family dynamics, interactions with peers, and environmental conditions in special child development institutions play an important role in influencing the occurrence of bullying. Families that are less harmonious, have unhealthy interactions with peers, and have an unsupervised environment at Special Children's Development Institutions can increase the risk of bullying behavior. This research implies the need to develop holistic and evidence-based intervention strategies to prevent and handle bullying in the Special Child Development Institution environment. To create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all individuals, we need to strengthen anti-bullying programs that involve all relevant stakeholders. Further research is needed to test the effectiveness of these interventions and deepen our understanding of the factors that influence the occurrence of bullying in special child development institutions.
PHOTOELECTRIC CHARACTERIZATION OF DYE SENSITIZED SOLAR CELL (DSSCS) BASED ON NITROGEN DOPED CARBON QUANTUM DOT (CQDT) AND NATURAL PIGMENT EXTRACTED FROM ROSELLE HYBISCUS SABDARIFA
Authors: Ogo Odia , Ekpekpo A , Osiele O , Ernest Ojegu
Published: May 2024

Citric acid, Ammonia and distilled water were used to synthesized Nitrogen doped carbon quantum dot (CQDT) and natural pigment was extracted from Roselle Hybiscus Sabdarifa flower. These sensitizers were used to fabricate monolithic dye sensitized solar cells, using Doctor Blade technique. Three samples of DSSCs were fabricated with CQDT, Hybiscus Sabdarifa dye and Hybiscus Sabdarifa +CQDT. These fabricated cells were characterized and the optical properties of the cells fabricated shows that the maximum absorbance of CQDT, hybiscus sabdarifa and hybiscus sabdarifa + CQDT was 1.75 %, 2.38 % and 2.17 % respectively. Moreso, the bandgap energy of the CQDT is 2.25 eV while hybiscus sabdarifa and hybiscus sabdarifa + CQDT is 1.88 eV and 1.92 eV respectively. The X-ray diffraction spectrum results reveals that the synthesized cells were polycrystalline in nature. The SEM images further exhibit a nanograins, that is spread throughout the substrate surface which show a stacked like agglomeration due to glass substrate used for the synthesis. The average crystallite size obtained was about 1 to 9 nm from the XRD data. The photoelectrical properties of the CQDT, hybiscus sabdarifa and hybiscus sabdarifa + CQDT revealed that the conversion efficiency was 4.17 %, 2.63 % and 1.17% respectively. This shows that the dye adhere well with the CQDT material thereby creating space for photovoltaic activities.
Internal Audit Engagement and Risk Management in Public Sector Organizations: Does It Really Exist?
Authors: Setyorini Dhyah , . Rahmawati , Hartoko Sri , . Payamta
Published: May 2024

Business entities have undergone a shift in the internal audit function towards a more consultative role. Conversely, in public sector institutions like universities, it is not widely recognized. This study investigates how the new paradigm shift in Internal Audit Engagement in Risk Management impacts the Efficiency of Internal Audit. This study introduces Management Support as a moderating variable in the relationship between the two variables. The study included a sample of 51 internal auditors at PTN BLU. Snowball sampling is employed for sampling, and a questionnaire is used for data collection. The data analysis employed Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA). The results indicate that the first hypothesis is confirmed: Internal Audit's participation in Risk Management impacts the Efficiency of Internal Audit. The second hypothesis is confirmed: Management Support influences the relationship between Internal Audit Engagement in Risk Management and Internal Audit Effectiveness. Management support has a substantial impact on the relationship between the two, accounting for 61.1%. This study confirms that cooperation between internal audits and public entity management can enhance the internal audit's effectiveness.
Impact of Portfolio Performance on International Portfolio Diversification
Authors: Painoli Girish Kumar , Bommisetti Ravi Kumar , Kaila Rajesh Prabhakar , Moorthygari Sree Lakshmi , K Archana , Krishan Deepika
Published: May 2024

Investment opportunity is what we all are looking for every now and then, avenues that can generate maximum return with minimum of risk.  International Portfolio diversification may not fulfill aspiration of investors with globalization spreading its wings in each sphere of economic activity. The study has been conducted from the perspective of Indian Investor taking into account 22 foreign markets (11 emerging and 11 developed). The countries have been selected from two points of view; firstly on the basis of market capitalization and secondly on the basis of availability of data. Emerging markets chosen for the study contribute more than 80% in Emerging market Index which is sufficient to generalize the results to the whole. Geographical regions have also been taken into consideration in order to benefit from regional diversification; these are Asia-pacific with 13 markets, 8 markets from Europe, 3 from Latin America and USA.  Firstly, portfolios with different investment objective would be chosen on the basis of sampled countries. Then testing co-integration study would help in elimination of those countries generating co-integrating vector. Hence, Indian investor would be benefited by the study to find out whether globally diversified portfolio is better or not as compared to domestic portfolio. International portfolio diversification can be suggested for Indian investor in the wake of its performance during structural breaks.
An Empirical Analysis of New Product Development Success Among Automotive Industry Vendors in Malaysia
Authors: Yusof Mohamed Suhaimi , Wahid Ahzilah , Seman Shahri Abu , Jusoh Zeti Suzila Mat , Razali Hamidah
Published: May 2024

New product development in the automotive industry necessitates significant upfront investment, given the uncertainty of a product's competitiveness upon market launch. Hence, industries strive to comprehend and evaluate crucial success factors during implementation phases. This paper delves into the findings of an empirical qualitative analysis study on the success of New Product Development (NPD) in order to provide deeper insights into these success factors. The study delineates three primary dimensions: IT capability, new product development process, and new product development strategy. Conducted within the Malaysian automotive industry, the empirical results affirm the criticality of these factors to success.
The Effect of Watching Turkish Series on Gender Harmony in Jordanian Society
Authors: Amrat Mohammad Sami Raji
Published: May 2024

The study aimed to reveal the impact of Turkish series on gender harmony in Jordanian society, by identifying the nature of these series and the most widespread and followed ones, and identifying the motives for watching them, and the extent of their impact on both gender in Jordanian society. In terms of their understanding of their roles and responsibilities towards each other. The study also sought to provide recommendations on how to create a balance between the two genders’ enjoyment of watching Turkish series and preserving the basic principles and social values of Jordanian cultural identity. The study used a quantitative approach on a random sample of (514) individuals from Jordanian society. The study tool was the questionnaire that was distributed to the study sample electronically. In his study, the researcher reached a number of results, the most important of which are: The convergence of the reality of Turkish series with the reality of Jordanian society reflects the great demand for watching these series, due to their dealing with common issues in Arab societies and Jordanian society in particular, such as issues of love, marriage, and family conflicts. Watching Turkish series has a clear impact on the relationship between the genders in Jordanian society, especially series that present stories of gender relations in a broader and open way, which leads to a change in beliefs, perceptions, and social behaviors, as well. As a change in opinions, attitudes and orientations among members of Jordanian society. The researcher recommends the need to educate members of Jordanian society about the dangers of these series and the customs, traditions and cultures they carry that conflict with the cultures of the Arab peoples, and to activate the supervisory role of the concerned authorities over the presented materials. In these series to avoid exacerbating its harm and negative effects. It is also recommended that Spreading awareness that these series are not a reference for members of the same gender to rely on in dealing with and influencing the opposite gender.
Study of the Level of Sports Addiction Among Students at the Faculty of Sports Science
Authors: Kızılet Tuba , Ocak Mustafa Furkan , İztivan İbrahim Halil , Çakır Lale Yıldız , Çolakoğlu Kaan , Durhan Tebessüm Ayyıldız , Kahraman Merve
Published: May 2024

The aim of this study was to investigate the exercise addiction of the students of the School of Physical Education and Sport and to determine the differences according to the type of exercise, age of exercise and load dynamics. The Exercise Addiction Scale (EBÖ-21) developed by Housenblas and Downs (2002) and the Turkish Validity and Reliability Study by Yeltepe and İkizler (2007) and the Personal Information Form were applied to the sample group. The sample of the study consisted of 245 athletes who regularly train at Afyon Kocatepe University School of Physical Education and Sports. Studies on this subject indicate that addiction to sports is similar to addiction to chemical substances due to the presence of withdrawal and tolerance symptoms. The results of the study presented show that self-confidence and athletic performance increase as the students' level increases. When evaluating exercise addiction by gender, it was found that female students were more likely than male students to consider physical problems and show self-control and interruption of exercise behaviour. When evaluated by age, exercise addiction was found to have decreased and been brought under control in older individuals, indicating progress in self-control of addiction.
Unethical Behaviour and Corporate Performance in University System: A study of Nigerian Private Universities
Authors: Akpor-Robaro Masoje O. M. , Afolabi Taofeek Sola , Julius-Adeoye Rantimi Jays , Oluwalogbon Leke Abraham , Olabode Oluwayinka Samuel
Published: May 2024

The study investigated whether there exists a relationship between unethical behaviour and corporate performance in the university system, and hence determined the impact of unethical behavior on corporate performance in the Nigerian university system with private universities as reference. A survey design was employed with a questionnaire instrument administered to 250 university staff drawn from four private universities in South-west, Nigeria, using a combination of purposive and random sampling techniques. The response data were analyzed using both descriptive and inferential analysis.  The descriptive analysis showed that unethical behaviour exists in Nigerian private universities. A multivariate Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Model (PLS-SEM) was used for the inferential analysis and to specify the relationships among the construct variables in the study. The bootstrapping technique of the PLS-SEM was used to estimate the parameters in the model, with the aid of the Smart-3 software. The result of the factor loadings, reliability test, convergent and discriminant validity revealed that the construct variables are fit for the PLS-SEM. The path analysis revealed that financial malpractices are a major unethical behavior affecting corporate performance adversely. Furthermore, unethical behaviours from university staff and university administration have significant negative influence on corporate performance. The study concludes that unethical behaviour is a key driver of poor corporate performance in the Nigerian university system. Therefore, it is recommended that policy makers in the university should adopt a holistic approach to ethical management that is oriented toward zero tolerance for unethical behavior in the university system
Improvements in the Application of the Tawarruq Munazzam Contract in Malaysian Islamic Banking: An Analysis from a Shariah Perspective
Authors: Yusl Yusairi , Asni Fathullah , Ahmad Khalilullah Amin
Published: May 2024

This paper aims to examine the measures taken by selected banks in Malaysia to enhance the implementation of tawarruq munazzam contracts. As a qualitative study, the researcher gathered data through library research and empirical studies. The library research involved analyzing books, articles, and statutes, while the field studies consisted of unstructured interviews with eight participants, including officers and Shariah committees of Islamic Finance Institutions (IFI). The sample group was selected using the purposive sampling method. Consequently, the researcher identified several themes from the interview data, which were subsequently analyzed. Tawarruq munazzam was chosen as a case study due to its prevalence as the most popular financial instrument among Islamic banks in Malaysia. The research findings revealed nine issues related to the tawarruq munazzam contract. Furthermore, the study highlighted the lack of uniformity among the five surveyed banks in terms of their efforts to improve the practice of tawarruq munazzam contracts. Additionally, one unresolved issue identified by the study pertained to the inclusion of wakalah elements. Notably, the study found that one of the banks exhibited the highest level of improvement in the practice of tawarruq munazzam, addressing eight out of the nine issues raised.
Musharakah Financing: Profitability Improvement Tool for Islamic Banks
Authors: Kulmie Dayah Abdi
Published: May 2024

Islamic commercial banks are part of country’s financial system and play a crucial role in business industry. Similar to other business firms, Islamic commercial banks seek profits, growth and sustainability. This study attempted to analyze the effects of musharakah financing on the profitability of Islamic commercial banks. The majority of literature of finance relates to traditional finance, which has so many weaknesses. In contrast, this study focuses on Islamic banking theory with specific emphasis on Musharakah financing which is essential mechanism in the practice of Islamic banking and finance. The data were analyzed using statistical package for social science to examine the extant of the effects of musharakah financing on the profitability of Islamic commercial banks. Results: The results showed that musharakah financing has a positive effect on profitability of Islamic commercial banks (r = 0.882, p < 0.05). The study concludes that increase in Musharakah financing significantly improves profitability of Islamic commercial banks. The study presents several managerial implications, suggesting the importance of increasing service exposure to attract new customers, enhance public awareness towards musharakah financing, conduct regular visits to gain deep and accurate information concerning the operations of joint ventures business, and finally, the bank should have clearly written policy on musharakah agreement, financing, management and control systems.  This study contributes to the existing literature on Islamic finance and banking, highlighting its growing global practice and theory, driven by community ethical and financial needs, innovation, and market competitiveness.
Creating a Factoring Service Specifically Designed for Small and Medium Enterprises at Pro Credit Bank in Kosovo
Authors: Rexhepi Burhan Reshat , Mustafa Labeat , Berisha Burim Isa , Vranovci Shpresim Halim , Sadiku Mejreme Krasniqi
Published: May 2024

Over the course of ten years, Kosovo has implemented policy reforms and worked on establishing a diverse market economy. As a result, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Kosovo have experienced significant growth and have played a crucial role in generating employment opportunities, boosting the country's GDP, and increasing the volume of exports. Nevertheless, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have encountered obstacles in their path to growth as a result of their limited management expertise and financial means, as well as the unpredictability of the business landscape. Consequently, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) frequently encounter challenges during their business activities. The creation of new financial services is of utmost importance, particularly for joint-stock commercial banks in Kosovo, as they face less competition compared to state-owned commercial banks. This need arises from Kosovo's integration and economic development requirements, particularly in the banking sector. Furthermore, factoring is a financial instrument that fulfills the criteria of both commercial banks and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This study aims to propose the implementation of factoring services as a highly efficient and valuable short-term financial instrument for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Kosovo. Additionally, it highlights the significance of factoring services for commercial banks in the region. The primary goal of the first chapter is to provide an introduction to factoring services, as well as a clarification of the conditions necessary for their development. The second chapter provides an overview of the current global factoring industry and the specific market conditions in Kosovo, in order to gain insight into the general conditions for the development of factoring services for Kosovo-based factors. The Kosovo factoring market is currently in its early stages of development. There are significant opportunities for the growth of this service in Kosovo, particularly for pioneers introducing it to the market. Unfortunately, PRO CREDIT BANK was unable to capitalize on being the first to enter the market. Despite the benefits of PRO CREDIT BANK in accessing reliable and high-growth external sources of the Kosovo economy, The small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Kosovo have had a significant growth rate of 3.8%. PRO Loans Bank has a strong track record of providing financial services to SMEs, which are its main customers. The bank has also established successful partnerships with international and global organizations to get additional capital for loans.
Customer’s Responses to Changes in Islamic Banking Service Post Covid-19 Pandemic in Indonesia
Authors: Haryanto Rudy , Sultoni Mohammad Hamim , Indiyanto Agus , Sriyana Jaka , Cahyani Novita
Published: May 2024

This research focuses on identifying customers' responses to the changes that limit direct service and implementing online-based Islamic banking services. This study uses a mix-method approach and results of interviews with Islamic bank staff and questionnaires to 260 respondents, showed that the changes that accommodate Covid-19 protocol in CARTER were received positively by customers as a form of empathy and response to their complaints. It also emphasizes that the pandemic is not an entirely negative phenomenon. Instead, it gives momentum for business development through a transformation toward the digital banking services that trend in financial business.
Assessment Methods and their Effectiveness in Evaluating Physical Fitness in School Settings
Authors: Nashwan Nashwan Abdallah
Published: May 2024

Forming a vital contribution to the development of health conditions for individuals during school years, physical fitness tests and interventions in school environments are among such aspects. This general research article focuses on physical fitness assessment and brings together a humongous literature base. As sample of the study varied cohort from different contributors: from different schools, students , teachers and administrators. By means of stratified random sampling. The study begins with a baseline evaluation of fitness in the participants using both standardized tests recommended by Williams & Lacy, as well as self-report surveys derived from Vanhees et al This preliminary phase acts exactly like how much physically active that samples are currently at this point during their lifetime. This study provides an overall view of the physical fitness tests and interventions that have been conducted in various school systems. To establish the pre and post-intervention performances of cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength flexibility as well body composition were measured using standardized fitness tests. Application of appropriate interventions led to significant improvements in various components of fitness. In addition, self-reported physical activity questionnaires and wearable activity tracker data offer insight into behavioral changes among participants observed via frequency duration and intensity levels. Collectively, the findings discussed above provide insight into assessment measures which promote physical fitness in students and puts light on implications for teachers, school administrators as well as research community.
Evaluation of prebiotic supplementation on lipid peroxidation and hematologic parameters of broilers with ascites
Authors: Zarei Hamed , Nemati Sirous
Published: May 2024

Ascites or pulmonary hypertension syndrome is one of the common complications in the poultry industry, which is associated with symptoms such as increased pulmonary artery pressure, dilatation and hypertrophy of the right ventricle. Previous experiments have proven that the measurement of lipid peroxidation is a key indicator for detecting oxidative stress. It has also been determined that the ratio of heterophile/lymphocyte increases in stress conditions and can be helpful in the diagnosis of oxidative stress. Considering the antioxidant role of prebiotics, there is a possibility that these compounds can reduce the oxidative stress in pulmonary hypertension. In the current study, in order to measure this hypothesis, 135 pieces of broilers were purchased and divided into three groups of 45 pieces in three repetitions: sham group: basal diet, control group: basal diet + triiodothyronine (T3) (1.5 mg/kg) to induce ascites, and treatment group: basal diet + T3 (1.5 mg/kg) + Safmannan (1000 grams per ton) from one day old. At the age of 21, 35, and 49 days, 9 chickens from each group were randomly selected and after blood sampling, blood parameters including lymphocytes, heterophil, heterophil/lymphocyte and and the ratio of right ventricular to the total ventricles (RV/TV) weight as well as lipid peroxidation were assayed. According to the findings, the RV/TV increased significantly at the age of 49 days in the positive control group and reached above 0.29, which indicates the presence of ascites in this group (P<0.05). The ratio of heterophils to lymphocytes at the age of 49 days in the prebiotic treatment group demonstrated a meaningful reduction compared to the positive control group, and also the amount of lipid peroxidation at the ages of 35 and 49 days in the prebiotic treatment group decreased compared to the positive control group (P<0.05). According to the results of the current research, Safmannan prebiotic was able to remarkably decrease the amount of oxidative stress caused by ascites.
Effects of various levels of metabolizable energy in pre-starter diets of broiler chickens on growth performance
Authors: Sedgh-Gooyaa Shadi , Mohebbifar Ahmad , Torki Mehran , Soleimanibaghshah Loghman , Kamyab Abdolreza
Published: May 2024

The pre-starter diet is critical for providing adequate nutrition to newly hatched chicks, whose digestive systems are not yet fully developed to handle solid feeds. Different levels of dietary energy can impact the growth and development of broilers. Hence, providing the right energy to meet their requirements is necessary. A study was conducted to examine the effect of different levels of metabolizable energy (ME) (3025, 2904, and 2783 kcal/kg) in the pre-starter diet (1 to 10 days) of broiler chickens on their growth performance traits. The experiment involved 450 broilers of the Ross 308 breed, divided into three treatments and six replications. The results of the study showed that reducing dietary energy levels increased the feed intake (FI) and body weight (BW) of broiler chickens, although it did not affect their feed conversion factor (FCR). Based on the results of the current study, reducing the recommended energy levels by up to 5% had no negative impact on growth performance. This can be useful in reducing the feed expense in broiler production.
Prediction of the best signal peptide for periplasmic expression of melittin peptide in Escherichia coli
Authors: Asghari Baghkheirati Amir , Karbaschian Elnaz , Mousavi Seyedah Zahra , Sekhavati Mohammad Hadi
Published: May 2024

Periplasmic expression of antimicrobial peptides is one of the most important issues in cloning and protein expression systems. In the present study, bioinformatics methods were used to predict the best signal peptides for periplasmic expression of the melittin peptide in Escherichia coli. Therefore, the sequence of 12 signal peptides was prepared from signal peptide databases. In order to choose the best signal peptide, periplasmic expression, sub-cellular localization site, solubility, physical, and chemical properties of signal peptides were analyzed by Signalp6, Psort, Protein-sol, PRED-TAT, and Portparam servers. Out of 12 signal peptides, six passed the Signalp6 filter, and only two passed Psort. After examining the solubility of signal peptides and investigating their physical and chemical properties, it was determined that zraP has the most favorable characteristics. Finally, it can be concluded that zraP could be considered as the best signal peptide for the melittin expression. Our results can be used for periplasmic expression of melittin in Escherichia coli host.
Comparing the Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Interpersonal Sensitivity and Loneliness in Adult Women with Depression in Chalus
Authors: Oladian Samira
Published: May 2024

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in reducing interpersonal sensitivity and loneliness among adult women diagnosed with depression. Methods and Materials: This randomized controlled trial included 90 adult women from Chalus divided equally into three groups: CBT, ACT, and a control group. The statistical population included women with depression in Chalus in year 2023. Participants were assessed at baseline, post-intervention, and during a three-month follow-up. Standardized measures included the Interpersonal Sensitivity Measure (IPSM) and the UCLA Loneliness Scale. Statistical analyses involved repeated measures ANOVA with Bonferroni post-hoc tests, performed using SPSS-27. Findings: Both CBT and ACT significantly reduced scores on interpersonal sensitivity (CBT: Pre-intervention 21.34 ± 4.56 to Follow-up 16.88 ± 4.02; ACT: Pre-intervention 21.56 ± 4.61 to Follow-up 16.59 ± 3.93) and loneliness (CBT: Pre-intervention 44.21 ± 5.34 to Follow-up 39.12 ± 5.07; ACT: Pre-intervention 44.56 ± 5.47 to Follow-up 38.98 ± 4.99) compared to the control group, which showed no significant changes. Repeated measures ANOVA indicated significant time effects for both interpersonal sensitivity (F(2, 87) = 6.61, p = 0.002) and loneliness (F(2, 87) = 7.01, p = 0.001), but no significant interaction between time and treatment type was observed. Conclusion: Both CBT and ACT are effective interventions for reducing interpersonal sensitivity and loneliness in adult women with depression, with no significant differences in effectiveness between the two therapies. These findings suggest that either therapeutic approach can be suitable depending on individual patient preferences and clinical contexts.
A Qualitative Examination of the Transition to Motherhood among Women with Histories of Childhood Trauma
Authors: Ghadaki Maryam , Fatemi Seyed Hossein , Frootani Elham , Arabi Fatemeh Sadat
Published: May 2024

Objective: This study aims to qualitatively examine the transition to motherhood among women with histories of childhood trauma, exploring how their past experiences influence their journey into motherhood, the challenges they face, and the coping mechanisms they employ. Methods and Materials: A qualitative research design was employed, utilizing semi-structured interviews to collect data from 33 women who have experienced childhood trauma and are either pregnant or have recently become mothers. Data collection continued until theoretical saturation was reached. The interviews were transcribed verbatim, and thematic analysis was used to identify key themes and concepts within the data. Findings: Six main themes emerged from the analysis: Emotional Transition, Support Systems, Coping Mechanisms, Perceptions of Motherhood, Impact of Trauma, and Future Orientations. These themes encompassed various categories and concepts, such as anticipatory emotions, bonding experiences, partner support, self-care strategies, the impact of trauma on parenting, and aspirations for their children's futures. The study highlights the complex interplay between childhood trauma and motherhood, underscoring the emotional challenges, the critical role of support systems, and the resilience displayed by the participants. Conclusion: The transition to motherhood for women with histories of childhood trauma is deeply affected by their past experiences, presenting unique challenges that impact their emotional well-being, parenting practices, and perceptions of motherhood. Despite these challenges, the study reveals the strength and resilience of these women, as well as the importance of targeted support and interventions to facilitate a positive transition to motherhood.
Impact Analysis of Ecological Environment Pressure on the Sustainable Development of Northwest Tourism Economy
Authors: Li Yijun , Norimah Rambeli
Published: May 2024

Ecological environment pressure is an important factor restricting the sustainable development of the tourism economy in the northwest region. This paper constructs an index system and measurement model for ecological environment pressure and empirically analyzes five provinces and regions in the northwest based on data from 2013 to 2023. The results show that the overall ecological environment pressure in the northwest region is at a moderately high level, with significant regional differences and temporal variations, mainly due to rapid population growth, sustained high economic growth, and unreasonable industrial structure. Further analysis reveals that intensified ecological environment pressure not only affects the quality of life of local residents but also constrains the sustainable development of regional economy and society, including the tourism industry. Therefore, this article proposes comprehensive countermeasures such as strict population control, optimizing industrial structure, vigorously promoting energy conservation and emission reduction, strengthening ecological protection and restoration, encouraging environmental protection technological innovation, and improving the legal and policy system, to continuously alleviate ecological environment pressure and create favorable conditions for the sustainable development of regional tourism economy.
Sustaining the Landscape Design based on the Local Cultural Heritage Characteristics for the Zhengzhou Industrial
Authors: Lu Hongyu , Nadia Binti Mohd Nasir
Published: May 2024

Based on the characteristics of local cultural heritage, the sustainable landscape design of Zhengzhou Industrial Park aims to integrate traditional culture with modern design to create an industrial space with both historical deposits and in line with modern aesthetic needs. The design deeply excavates the rich cultural heritage of Zhengzhou, integrates its unique elements and symbols into the landscape, and makes the industrial park become an important window to display the local culture. At the same time, we will pay attention to ecological and environmental protection and sustainable development, adopt green building materials and energy-saving technologies, optimize the greening system and the utilization of water resources, and create a green, low-carbon and recyclable industrial park. Such a design not only improves the environmental quality of the park, but also provides a comfortable and healthy working space for enterprises, which helps to promote the sustainable development of Zhengzhou's industrial economy.
Analysis of the Main Characters’ Needs in Oliver Twist from the Perspective of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Authors: Zhao Haiyun
Published: May 2024

Oliver Twist tells us about the tough experiences of the main characters and faithfully depicts the underworld of the UK during the Victorian reign. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs theory classifies human needs into five hierarchical levels. The gradual realization from low-level needs to high-level needs is a process to pursue life values. Nancy and Oliver have similar life experiences, but their final fates are different. The reasons lie in the realization of the five-level needs during their formative years. This paper focuses on the life experiences of Nancy and Oliver and the satisfaction and dissatisfaction of their five-level needs in the light of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and reveals the underlying reasons for their disparate fates, so as to enhance the understanding of the connotation of this novel. Through the research, we can come to realize the wide applicability of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. When an individual’s basic material and survival needs are met, he would gain impetus for higher level needs. The gradual realization from low-level needs to high-level needs is a process to pursue life values. By reading Oliver Twist, we can come to recognize Dickens’s belief that the poor and the disadvantaged could get rid of their tragic fate with the benevolent help of the morally noble ones from the upper class, but he didn’t pay adequate attention to the crux of the social problem, that is, the lower class often fail to meet their hierarchical needs due to personal and external factors. Therefore, analyzing the main characters’ needs in Oliver Twist with Maslow’s hierarchy of needs can provide the readers a new perspective to understand this novel and help to testify to the importance of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs in understanding the causes of social problems during the Victorian reign.
Research on Strategies to Create Age-Friendly Urban Street Spaces
Authors: Gu Yexin
Published: May 2024

In recent years, in the context of China’s aging population, the elderly have also put forward new living demands for the street space where they live. This article takes Yulin Street, Wuhou District, Chengdu City as an example. From an age-friendly perspective, this article combines the five levels of needs classified under Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory (i.e., physiological needs, safety needs, social needs, respect needs, and self-actualization needs). ), discusses the current situation and existing problems of Yulin streets and the actual needs of the elderly living in street space, and then proposes corresponding aging-friendly transformation strategies from five levels of needs, in order to provide other research on age-friendly urban streets. Space scholars provide references.
The Challenges and Opportunities of Public Governance in the Digital Era
Authors: Jin Dandan
Published: May 2024

In today's digital age, public governance faces countless challenges and opportunities, and this article focuses on this research. Cybersecurity threats, digital divide, and regulatory issues pose significant challenges, while increased transparency, enhanced service delivery, and data-driven decision-making provide promising opportunities. By addressing these challenges and leveraging the opportunities brought by digital technology, governments can improve governance effectiveness, responsiveness, and public participation.
Analysis of Civil Liability for False Advertisements Endorsed by Celebrities
Authors: Zhao Yansong
Published: May 2024

In recent years, the issue of celebrity endorsement advertising has become a hot topic in the news and media industry, and the phenomenon of celebrities engaging in false advertising is also common. The social harm caused by this cannot be underestimated and cannot be ignored. After the official implementation of the new Advertising Law, the definition of false advertising was clarified and the advertising endorsement system was improved, but its drawbacks were also significant. This article focuses on the identification of "false advertising" and analyzes the legal principles, legal responsibilities, and shortcomings of the new law behind it.