bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Oral fluid properties in children with head and neck malignant tumors
Authors: Spinei Aurelia , Chiriac Anca , Spinei Iurie , Toma Vasilica , Foia Liliana
Published: December 2023

The aim of the present study was to estimate the relationship between TNF-α level and degree of microcrystallization (DMC) of oral fluid (OF) in children with malignant tumors in the head and neck region (HNR). In the case-control study, 72 children aged between 1 and 18 were included, divided into 2 identical groups according to structure. The research group (L1) consisted of 36 children with malignant tumors in the HNR. 36 conventionally healthy children were included in the control group (L0). We studied the combined biomarkers in OF samplesmorphological biomarkers (DMC of OF) and TNF-α cytokine level in OF in children with malignant tumors in HNR and conventionally healthy subjects. TNF-α in OF was evaluated by the immunoenzymatic analysis method. The analysis of the results of the study elucidated the increased level of TNF-α, in the OF of children with malignant tumors, compared to healthy subjects. Correlational analysis detected the significant inverse relationship (r=-0.83, р<0.01) between TNF-α level and DMC of OF in children with malignant tumors in RCG in I and II stages. At the same time, in conventionally healthy children, but also in children with malignant tumors in III and IV stages, the interdependence between the level of TNF-α in OF and DMC of OF was not observed.Conclusions. The assessment of combined biomarkers in OF samples (TNF-α level and morphological particularities) represents an innovative non-invasive analysis for the early detection of tumors and the assessment of the risk of oral malignancy. For the clinical use of OF biomarkers, it is necessaryto develop standardized protocols and to perform extensive studies in which the influence of various confounding variables is excluded.
The impact of perinatal antecedents in the achievement of bronchopulmonary dysplasia in premature children
Authors: Sciuca Svetlana , Ceahlau Mariana , Cotoman Aliona , Selevestru Rodica
Published: December 2023

Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) - chronic bronchopulmonary disease, determined by multifactorial causes in children born prematurely that evolves with broncho-obstructive syndrome, symptoms of respiratory insufficiency, pneumofibrosis.Methods. An analytical, cohort study of children with BPD was performed. Compared to preterm infants without BPD. Results. The study demonstrated that the gestational age at birth of children with BPD is lower veridically (p<0.00001) with values of 29.14±0.5 weeks compared to the gestational age at birth of children without BPD - 32, 6±0.5 weeks. The birth weight of premature babies with BPD is significantly (p<0.00001) lower (1358.15±85.2 gr) compared to premature babies without BPD (1983.3±109.9 gr). The birth height of premature babies with BPD (38.5±0.8 cm) is significantly lower (p<0.00001) compared to that of children without BPD (43.7±0.8 cm). Head circumference and chest circumference are also smaller in children with BPD. Apgar score in the first minute after birth and over 5 min. of children with BPD is significantly lower (p<0.0001) compared to the values of children without BPD. Conclusions: The study established that the average gestational age under 29.14 weeks, the average birth weight under 1358.15 g, the Apgar score under 5.54/6.46 for children born prematurely are perinatal factors with potential risk in the achievement of bronchopulmonary dysplasia at children born prematurely.
Modern approaches to the treatment of mitral valve insufficiency of degenerative etiology
Authors: Moscalu Vitalie
Published: December 2023

The mitral valve (MV) is a complex, well-coordinated mechanism that can be disrupted by numerous congenital and acquired conditions. The type of lesion and the anatomical variant of valve disease determine the technical possibilities of correction. «Functional correction» is the key to success in promoting reconstructive repair surgery in atrioventricular lesions. In this article we make a synthesis of the specialized literature with reference to the modern approaches to the treatment of mitral insufficiency of degenerative etiology. Based on literature data, we can recommend reconstructive plasty surgeries for valves of degenerative, post-traumatic, ischemic, post-endocarditis etiology as effective and sustainable techniques over time, being a superior alternative to replacement with prosthetics
Specificities of childhood tumours and the paediatric oncology service in the context of decentralisation
Authors: Mereuta Ion , Valic Eugeniu
Published: December 2023

Tumors in children have peculiarities of natural development, diagnosis and clinical features, morphological structure, age, sex, pre-selection, etc. In the structure of oncopediting morbidity prevail hemoblasts 58-60%, brain tumors 17- 18%, kidney 7-7.5%, bone 5.0-5.5%, soft tissue sarcomas 4.0-4.5%, thyroid gland tumors 0.8-1.0%, reproductive organs1.0-1.2%, liver - 1.0%, others - 2.5-3.0% [15, 16, 23].Tumors in children occupy the second place in the structure of mortality of children up to 18 years of age. A special place goes to Eving’s sarcoma, Wilms’ tumor, embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma and others [21].The oncology service also has its own particular managerial features, such as having certain criteria and facilities, centres specialising in paediatric oncology, specialists, technical devices, diagnostic and treatment technologies, medical equipment and generic and effective drugs. The service must have onco-pediatric specialists in every region of the Republic of Moldova - north, centre, south and south-east. Interdisciplinary cooperation is needed with family medicine, local specialists and tertiary specialists, as well as with the families of these children, local administrative bodies and the voluntary sector. There is a need for an infrastructure for the paediatric oncology advisory service and interdependence with the Oncology Institute, rehabilitation centres, continuing education centres in hospital and palliative care, and social services.
The challenges and the particulars surgical treatment of breast cancer associated with pregnancy
Authors: Ureche Corneliu
Published: December 2023

In the conditions of the decentralization of the Oncology Service, the problem of breast cancer associated with pregnancy remains a clinical, medico-social, surgical, but also complex problem, at the intersection between the scientific and practical-oncological disciplines, obstetrics and gynecology and specialized surgery, which also imposes many challenges, in the world the cases of breast cancer associated with pregnancy increase annually. About 4% of breast cancers are associated with pregnancy, and require solving both the pregnancy and the complex and combined and primarily surgical treatment. Namely, multiple problems and challenges are imposed on this department, as well as specific peculiarities of both general, oncological and obstetric surgery. For the first time, a survey of general surgeons, mammological oncologists and specialists in obstetrics and gynecology was carried out to initiate specialized research in this field.The challenges and particularities of surgical treatment in patients with breast cancer were established through questionnaires, in-depth interviews and focus groups and scientifically highlighted hierarchically.
Clinical Impact of Ambient Particulate Matters on Dry Eye Disease
Authors: Kim Chang Hwan , Ji Yong Woo
Published: December 2023

Purpose: Dry eye disease (DED) has become a common ocular surface disorder in the recent decades, which can be influenced by environmental factors. This study aimed to examine the clinical association between DED and ambient air pollutants.Methods: A total of 216 patients (18 patients per each month) diagnosed with DED were enrolled in this retrospective study. Ocular surface disease index (OSDI), tear film breakup time (TFBUT), fluorescein corneal staining (FCS), and Schirmer’s test 1 (ST1) were examined. The monthly concentrations of air pollutants in 2018 were obtained from the data released by the Korean Ministry of Environment. Based on the mean of PM10 and PM2.5, subgroup with exposure to low (L–PM) or high concentration of PM (H–PM) was analyzed.Results: Patients had moderate DED as high OSDI, low TFBUT, increased FSC, and decreased ST1. During the year 2018, monthly variation of PM showed that May to October was the period of L-PM and January to April and November to December was the period of H-PM. In subgroup analysis, patients in H-PM showed significantly higher OSDI, FCS, and lower ST1 compared to in L-PM. However, there was no significant difference in TFBUT between subgroups.Conclusions: DED was more severe in the period of H-PM than L-PM even though there was no difference in tear film instability between both periods. Ambient inflammatory factors including PM might deteriorate ocular surface as well as tear secretion, resulting in aggravating DED.
Factors Affecting Post-Cataract OCT Parameters in Open-Angle and Angle-Closure Glaucoma Eyes: Optic Disc Head Analysis
Authors: Park Moon Young , Jo Youn Hye
Published: December 2023

Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate whether there are differences in the effects of cataract surgery based on the type of glaucoma and changes in the retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) thickness and Bruch's membrane opening-minimum rim width (BMO-MRW) thickness around the optic nerve and macula in patients with glaucoma. Furthermore, the factors influencing these effects were explored.Methods: 68 patients with glaucoma were enrolled, and changes in RNFL thickness and BMO-MRW before and after cataract surgery were measured using SD-OCT. The patients were divided into angle-closure and open-angle glaucoma groups and values before and after cataract surgery were analyzed.Results: The male-female ratio was 26:42, with an average age of 71.72 years at the time of surgery. There were 35 eyes with open-angle glaucoma and 33 eyes with angle-closure glaucoma. After cataract surgery, both RNFL and BMO-MRW values significantly increased. In the angle-closure glaucoma group, preoperative visual acuity was significantly better and RNFL image Q was significantly higher before cataract surgery. In a multivariate linear regression analysis, the factor influencing the increase in RNFL thickness was found to be the preoperative RNFL thickness in both the overall open angle glaucoma group and the angle closure glaucoma group. In other words, patients with thinner RNFL thickness before cataract surgery showed an increase in RNFL thickness after the surgery. In the angle closure glaucoma group, it was observed that worse preoperative visual acuity was associated with an increase in RNFL thickness after surgery. Conversely, no factors affecting BMO-MRW thickness were identified.Conclusions: The factors influencing the increase in RNFL thickness after cataract surgery were the preoperative RNFL thickness in open angle glaucoma group and the preoperative visual acuity in the angle closure glaucoma group.
Orbital Metastasis of Cervical Squamous Cell Cancer during Treatment with Pembrolizumab
Authors: Jung Su Kyung , Yang Suk-Woo , Lee Yeon Jee , Lim Myong Cheol
Published: December 2023

Purpose: This case report presents a rare occurrence of squamous cell carcinoma metastasizing to the orbit from the cervix.Case summary: A 48-year-old female with cervical cancer and multiple bone metastases experienced binocular diplopia two days prior to admission to the Department of Gynecology for scheduled chemotherapy. She was undergoing treatment with pembrolizumab, a programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1) inhibitor, for metastatic cervical cancer. The patient exhibited unilateral ptosis and restricted eyeball movement in the right eye. Brain MRI revealed a well-defined lobulated lesion attached to the superior rectus muscle in the right orbit and orbital apex. In suspicion of metastasis, radiation therapy with a dosage of 3,600 cGy was administered to the right orbital area, resulting in a reduction in size of the metastatic lesion. However, distant metastases subsequently developed in the bone and soft tissue, leading to the patient's demise one month later.Conclusions: This report emphasizes the importance of considering orbital metastasis from cervical cancer in patients undergoing advanced stage chemotherapy. It highlights the rarity of such cases and underscores the need for heightened awareness of this malignancy in patients with underlying cancer.
A Case of Endophthalmitis with Atypical Anterior Symptom by Subconjunctival Dexamethasone Injection after Cataract Surgery
Authors: Han Kwang Eon , Park Su Hwan , Lee Seung Min
Published: December 2023

Purpose: To report a case of endophthalmitis with non-specific anterior segment symptom by subconjunctival dexamethasone injection and anterior chamber irrigation for the anterior chamber inflammation resulted in delayed diagnosis after cataract surgery.Case summary: A 74-year-old female patient with visual disturbance and anterior chamber inflammation had subconjunctival dexamethasone injection and anterior chamber irrigation after 5 days of cataract surgery. On the 7th day after surgery, the anterior chamber inflammation had decreased without visual acuity improvement and additional subconjunctival dexamethasone injection was done. The next day, she was referred to our hospital because there were no improvements in her visual symptom. When the patient visit our hospital, visual acuity was hand motion and cornea edema was shown. Because of corneal edema, anterior chamber cells were obscure, but it was assumed as 1+ grade. Severe vitreous opacity and increased vitreous cells were observed, so the fundus was barely visible. With diagnosis of endophthalmitis, vitrectomy and intravitreal antibiotic injection were performed. Seven weeks after surgery, best corrected visual acuity increased to 0.6, and there was no sign of recurrence.Conclusions: When the endophthalmitis after cataract surgery was misdiagnosed as toxic anterior chamber syndrome and subconjunctival dexamethasone injection and anterior chamber irrigation were performed, the diagnosis of endophthalmitis could be delayed because the symptoms of the anterior chamber could be non-specific. Therefore, it is important to take careful use of strong anti-inflammation medications after cataract surgery.
Evaluating The Impact of Financial Literacy Programs on Investment Behaviours: A Survey Study
Authors: Dr Asim Ray Dr Sukhpreet K Thind,
Published: December 2023

In the face of increasingly complex financial markets, the role of financial literacy in guiding investment decisions has never been more critical, especially in burgeoning economies like India. This study delves into the transformative power of financial literacy programs, evaluating their effectiveness in altering and improving individual investment behaviors. The research pivots around two fundamental questions: "To what extent do financial literacy programs affect individual investment decisions?" and "Do these programs foster more informed and rational investment behaviors?" The hypothesis — that financial literacy programs significantly influence investment behavior, prompting more informed and rational decisions — was formulated in response to a noticeable literature gap concerning empirical evidence of behavioral change post-financial education in the Indian context.

Adopting a quantitative research design, this study employed a survey methodology, encompassing a diverse demographic to ensure a comprehensive analysis. The survey assessed participants' financial knowledge and investment strategies before and after attending financial literacy programs. The results were telling; participants demonstrated a significant shift towards regular, diversified investment practices, a reduced reliance on informal advice, and an increased confidence in financial decision-making post-program.

The study conclusively supports the hypothesis, highlighting the critical role of financial literacy in shaping prudent investment behavior. These findings have profound implications for individuals, policymakers, and educators, underscoring the need for widespread, effective financial education. The research advocates for the integration of financial literacy in school curriculums, the regulation of financial information, and the tailoring of programs to cultural nuances. Ultimately, the study posits financial literacy not merely as an educational outcome but as a catalyst for economic empowerment and societal prosperity.
Strategic Financial Management for Housing Finance Companies in India: A Multivariate Approach
Authors: Ms Laxmi Negi Dr Raghav Garg, Ms Megha Ahuja, , Mr Swapnil Gaur Mr Bharat Bhushan,
Published: December 2023

Housing Finance Companies (HFCs) have traditionally played a significant role in India's formal housing finance sector. However, their prominence has waned since the fiscal year 2003 when Commercial Banks (CBs) surpassed them in market share, holding over 70 percent of the market compared to HFCs' 28 percent. Cooperative sector institutions occupy a much smaller share, approximately 0.5 percent. Despite their specialization in housing finance, HFCs face increasing challenges to their market share and profitability, particularly the smaller ones. Many smaller HFCs have already succumbed to competitive pressures. The introduction of the 'Base Rate' by the Reserve Bank of India compelled commercial banks to charge higher lending rates to HFCs, placing additional cost pressures on these institutions. Given this evolving landscape, the financial performance of HFCs has become crucial for their survival and growth. In this context, this paper aims to achieve the following objectives: (i) provide an overview of the institutional housing finance system in India, (ii) conduct a comprehensive examination of the role of HFCs in the changing housing finance market, including their principal challenges, (iii) analyze the determinants of superior financial performance in HFCs using Multivariate Discriminant Analysis (MDA) methodology, and (iv) propose effective strategies to enhance the financial performance of HFCs in the context of financial management.
Multivariate Examination of Tourist Decision Processes: Insights from Foreign Tourists
Authors: Mr Anupam Nautiyal Dr Khaliqur Ansari, Mr Durgesh Bahuguna, , Ms Jasmeet Kaur Mr Abhishek Chaukiyal, Ms Swati Yadav,
Published: December 2023

The objective of this study was to investigate the demographic characteristics of foreign tourists, their decision-making process when choosing tourist destinations, and their behavior during visits to destinations in Thailand. This research involved a sample of four hundred foreign tourists, and the primary research tool employed was self-administered questionnaires. The reliability and consistency of the measurement scale were assessed using Cronbach's Alpha, resulting in a coefficient of 0.848. The collected data underwent analysis using both descriptive and inferential statistics. To examine the interaction between the main demographic variables of foreign tourists (gender and age) and the five stages of the decision-making process (need recognition, information search, evaluation of alternatives, purchase decision, and post-purchase evaluation), a two-way multivariate analysis of variance was applied. The findings of the research indicated that a majority of the respondents rated all five stages of the decision-making process as "somewhat recognized/practiced." Furthermore, a statistically significant interaction effect was observed between gender and age concerning the combined dependent variables associated with the decision-making process.
SUCCULENTS FROM THE EUPHORBIACEAE FAMILY PRESENT IN THE GREENHOUSE COLLECTION OF THE BOTANICAL GARDEN "AL. BUIA" FROM CRAIOVA
Authors: BORUZ Violeta , CONSTANTINESCU Emilia
Published: December 2023

Through the collections it owns, the "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden contributes to the protection and preservation of natural heritage. In the greenhouses of the Craiova Botanical Garden there is a rich collection of exotic species, of great scientific and decorative value, obtained over time from seeds or cuttings in the framework of the exchange of plant material between the Botanical Garden and other similar institutions in the country or abroad. Knowing these exotic plants in all aspects and disseminating information both to specialists and to the general public is one of the objectives of a university botanical garden. Succulents represent an interesting group of plants, cultivated in the greenhouses of the Craiova Botanical Garden, of which the species from the Euphorbiaceae family are presented in this communication.
ALTERNATIVE FODDER PROTEIN SOURCE FOR FEEDING DAIRY COWS
Authors: COLĂ Mugurel , COLĂ Florica
Published: December 2023

The average milk production for the control lot was 34.7 kg / day / cow ±1.36 kg standard deviation, and for the experimental lot 35.4 kg / day / cow ±1.04 kg standard deviation. It is found an extra quantity of 0.7 kg milk for the experimental lot in report to the control lot. The milk production standardized to 3.5% fat, was for the control lot 34.61 kg/ day / cow , ± 1.30 kg standard deviation, and for the experimental lot, 35.89 kg/ day / cow± 1 kg standard deviation. We obtained an extra quantity of 1.280 kg milk.The forage consumption higher than the one necessary for the support functions determines an increase of the milk production corrected to 3.5% fat and of the forage
ASSESSMENT OF IRRIGATION WATER REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLES, PEARS, AND PLUMS IN THE KOLUBARA AND MORAVA DISTRICTS UNDER CHANGING CLIMATE CONDITIONS
Authors: ĆOSIĆ Marija , LIPOVAC Aleksa , STRIČEVIĆ Ružica , SOTONICA Dunja , VUKOVIĆ VIMIĆ Ana
Published: December 2023

Climate change, which manifests through shifts in temperature, rainfall patterns, and the frequency of extreme events like droughts and floods, has a substantial impact on agricultural production and food security. This study investigates the influence of climate change on the irrigation needs of apple, pear, and plum crops in two fruit-growing districts in western Serbia, specifically in the Kolubara and Morava districts. This research aims to provide valuable insights for farmers to plan and adapt their production strategies in response to evolving climate conditions. To estimate the water requirements, crop evapotranspiration (ETc), effective rainfall (Pe), and water deficit (In) were determined using historical climate data from meteorological stations in Valjevo (Kolubara district) and Požega (Morava district) for the observed period (1961 - 2021). For projecting future water requirements (2021 - 2040), we employed data from eight regional climate models within the EURO – CORDEX project. The analysis of water requirements for apple, pear, and plum was conducted for both grassed and non-grassed orchards.

In the Kolubara district, the average seasonal water deficit during the observed period was 356 mm in grassed orchards and 191 mm in non-grassed orchards, with the most significant irrigation requirements occurring in July and August, representing 60 - 70% of the seasonal water requirement. Looking ahead to the future period (2021 - 2040), the average water deficit increases to 401 mm in grassed orchards and 202 mm in non-grassed orchards, marking a 13% and 6% rise, respectively, compared to the observed period. This signifies a need for 1 to 2 additional irrigation sessions. In the Morava district, the average seasonal water deficit during the observed period was 403 mm in grassed orchards and 236 mm in non-grassed orchards, with the highest irrigation requirements in June, July, and August, accounting for 80 - 90% of the seasonal water requirement. Due to an anticipated increase in total precipitation in the future period (2021 - 2040) in the Morava district, there is a decrease in the seasonal water deficit by 3% in grassed orchards and 16% in non-grassed orchards. However, even with reduced water requirements in the future, there remains a significant requirement for irrigation in May, June, July, and August when rainfall is limited.
RESEARCH ON THE INFLUENCE OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS ON SOME BIOPRODUCTIVE PARAMETERS OF THE MERLOT VARIETY GROWN IN DEALURILE CRAIOVEI VITICULTURAL REGION
Authors: COSTEA Dorin Constantin
Published: December 2023

The culture of the vine on certain areas with superior productive results requires the continuous assessment of the ecological favorability of the space used for this purpose, as well as the identification and application of the most appropriate technological measures in accordance with the variable factors within the ecosystem. In accordance with the proposed research theme, the observations and determinations of this study focused on monitoring the climatic factors to evaluate the favorability of the study year and studying the influence of environmental conditions on some bioproductive parameters of the Merlot variety grown in the Banu Mărăcine viticultural center.  The effect of varying environmental conditions on the varieties studied was evaluated by analyzing some indices: biological and productive at the variety studied during the 2022 year. The ecological conditions during the research period influenced the results obtained.. The Merlot variety interacted with the environmental conditions specific to the study period expressing its productive potential in a specific way.
Collaborative Governance Dalam Pengembangan Wisata Kampung Pecinan Kecamatan Simokerto Kota Surabaya
Authors: Kusuma Vembika Fathan , Wahyudi Kalvin Edo
Published: December 2023

Pengembangan Wisata Kampung Pecinan di Kapasan, Surabaya, sebagai potensi ekonomi dan kontributor pendapatan daerah dalam konteks otonomi daerah, sejalan dengan pertumbuhan sektor pariwisata di Indonesia. Faktor-faktor yang memengaruhi perkembangan pariwisata daerah, termasuk persaingan antar daerah dan fokus pada tujuan wisata utama, juga menjadi fokus analisis dalam penelitian ini. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui bagaimana collaborative governance dalam Pengembangan Pariwisata Kampung Pecinan Kecamatan Simokerto Kota Surabaya. Metode penelitian yang digunakan yaitu penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Penelitian ini dilakuakan di Wisata Kampung Pecinan (WKP) dan Dinas pariwisata kota Surabaya. Penelitian ini menggunakan data primer dan data sekunder. Dapat di simpulkan dari proses kolaborasi dalam pengembangan Wisata Kampung Pecinan (WKP) kecamatan Simokerto kota surabaya berjalan sesuai dengan visi dan misi para pelaku kolaborasi yaitu saat ini Wisata Kampung Pecinan (WKP) di kenal masyarakat luas.
Peran Brand Image Memediasi Pengaruh Electronic Word Of Mouth Dan Promosi Online Terhadap Keputusan Memilih Program Studi S1 Manajemen Universitas IPWIJA
Authors: Iskandar Jhoni , Muharam Hari , Pranowo Agus Setyo , Gunawan Yoyo Indah
Published: December 2023

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui peran brand image dalam memediasi pengaruh Electronic word of mouth dan promosi online terhadap keputusan mahasiswa memilih program studi S1 Manajemen Universitas IPWIJA. Penelitian dilakukan di Universitas IPWIJA. Penelitian ini diharapkan dapat menjadi bahan masukan untuk institusi dalam meningkatkan kualitas maupun kuantitas electronic word of mouth, promosi online, dan brand image institusi, guna meningkatkan jumlah penerimaan mahasiswa baru setiap tahunnya. Dalam penelitian ini pengambilan sampel menggunakan Simple Random Sampling dengan menyebar kuesioner pada 193 mahasiswa baru program studi S1 Manajemen Universitas IPWIJA yang masuk pada tahun 2021/2022. Data hasil kuesioner dianalisis dengan menggunakan software SPSS Versi 25 dan Lisrel 8.80. Hasil dari penelitian ini menyatakan bahwa electronic word of mouth berpengaruh terhadap keputusan memilih, promosi online tidak berpengaruh terhadap keputusan memilih, brand image berpengaruh terhadap keputusan memilih, brand image mampu memediasi pengaruh promosi online terhadap keputusan memilih maupun pengaruh electronic word of mouth terhadap keputusan memilih.
Social and cognitive determinants in entrepreneurial interest: an exploratory study among argentine students
Authors:   Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Delgado Piña Mª Isabel , Gómez Martínez Luis ,   Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Romero Martínez Ana María ,   Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Vázquez Inchausti Elena ,   Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Published: December 2023

In this paper we analyze the intentions in creating a business on the part of a group of Argentine students in Strategic Human Resources Management in the University of Buenos Aires. The results of the study show that these students want to create their own business, but their possibilities depend on several factors. Among all of them, self-efficacy stands out; those students who show more self-efficacy are those who demonstrate more intention for creating a business. This intention is minor for the students who possess more social support. Neither family charges nor previous experience in entrepreneurship have a significant effect.
New product development in the «Grupo Alimentario IAN»
Authors:   Universidad de Navarra, Rábade Herrero Luis Arturo , Alfaro Tanco José Antonio ,   Universidad de Navarra
Published: December 2023

This article shows the way in which the company «Grupo IAN» has developed a new product. This fi rm is characterized by its continuous evolution, not only in its organizational structure, but also in its competitive strategy, its targets, or the category of products that the company manufactures and commercializes. With this case study we illustrate how a company in the food industry is coping with the new trends in food habits. We describe the process and the stages in the product innovation, and the main challenges that this company has faced in this process.
Firm creation in universities: a resource based view
Authors:   Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, Rodeiro Pazos David , Fernández López Sara ,   Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, Otero González Luis ,   Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, Rodríguez Sandiás Alfonso ,   Universidad de Santiago de Compostela
Published: December 2023

Firm creation is used by universities not only to transfer technology to society but also to contribute to the development of the regional economy. However, due to the relatively recent character of the phenomenon of the university spin-offs, the empirical studies are not plentiful on the topic. From a resource based view, this paper analyses what universities' resources have an influence on the spin-off creation. We find that financial and institutional resources are significantly positively associated with university entrepreneurship.
Regional Entrepreneurial Scorecard
Authors:   Universidad de Cádiz, Lorenzo Gómez José Daniel , Rojas Vázquez Álvaro ,   Universidad de Cádiz, Ruiz Navarro José ,   Universidad de Cádiz
Published: December 2023

This paper examines the relationship between regional development and the creation of new companies from a micro perspective of institutional approach, focusing on the most relevant stakeholders involved in the process. The contribution of entrepreneurs to regional economic growth has been subject of special attention by the authorities, what is needed for a system of references to assess the adequacy of public programs for the promotion of entrepreneurial activity. Based on the concept of Balanced Scorecard, which provides a logical structure that relates and integrates and allows indicators reflect the interests of stakeholders in shaping the Balanced Scorecard, the authors propose a Regional Entrepreneurship Scorecard (RES), as a tool for monitoring policies and programmes aimed at promoting start-ups. This RES uses information from international GEM project, which offers a vision of reality enterprising in different countries and regions.
Do the country risk indexes reflect the more important variables that trigger the external crises? An analysis over the 1994-2001
Authors:   Universidad del País Vasco (UPV/EHU), San Martín Albizuri Nerea , Rodríguez Castellanos Arturo ,   Universidad del País Vasco (UPV/EHU)
Published: December 2023

The aim of this paper is to establish on what extent the most used country risk indexes, specifically, the Euromoney index and the ICRG, contain decisive variables in the triggering of external crises, as a basic aspect in evaluating its ability to assess appropriately the risk of particular country. To this end, a sample of external crises for the period between 1994 and 2001 has been analysed, obtaining a set of variables that seem to be decisive and common to all episodes, and therefore, they should be included in an adequate country risk index. Comparing these variables with those included in indexes mentioned above, it has been verified that not all of them have direct reflect in the development of both indexes and, consequently, they might show, a priori, significant limitations as ability to predict and assess the country risk.
Exploring the Impact of Techno-Complexity and Techno-Uncertainty on Academic Staff's Job Performance in the Era of Social Networking Stressors
Authors: Mougha Wajihal , Nordin Shahrina Md , Salleh Rohani , Abbasi Haider Ali
Published: December 2023

Academic staff members are experiencing a paradigm shift in Malaysia's modern academic environment. It is becoming more and more important to investigate the complex aspects that affect academic staff members' job performance as the academic environment has been altered by the ubiquitous influence of digitalization and social networking pressures. This study explores the intricate relationship between techno-complexity, techno-uncertainty as a SNS stressors, and job performance as experienced by academic personnel through a comprehensive approach that makes use of the Social Strain Outcome Theory. Based on a large dataset of 391 participants, rigid structural equation modeling, or Smart Partial Least Squares (PLS) is employed to investigate the intricate relationships between these factors. The study's findings provide vital information regarding the challenges experienced by Malaysian academic employees, especially in light of the country's rapidly changing digital landscape. It reveals the various manners in which job performance is influenced by techno-complexity and techno-uncertainty, which are fueled by social networking pressures. This information forms the basis for well-informed measures, and the creation of policies to improve the productivity of academic staff members in a digital environment. All things considered, this study provides a sophisticated investigation of the changing dynamics in higher education, illuminating the flexible approaches required to traverse the always-changing landscape of academic duties.
The Impact of Online Reviews Manipulation on Consumer Purchase Decision Based on The Perspective of Consumers’ Perception
Authors: Minjuan Zhong Minjuan Zhong , Minjuan Zhong Han Yang , Han Yang Keyang Zhong , Keyang Zhong Xilong Qu , Xilong Qu Zhenjin Li
Published: December 2023

Consumers depend on online reviews to influences their purchase decisions. On account of that,many vendors and retailers try to manipulate online reviews to mislead potential consumers to take risky purchase decisions. Many scholars have conducted a lot of research on the impact of online product reviews on consumer behavior and sales. However, the existing work are mainly based on the premise of real product reviews, but few attentions have been paid of fake ones. Based on the recognition results of deceptive reviews, this article explores whether consumers be aware or perceive it when deceptive reviews are flooding the online review system, and further analyze what influence will be imposed on final purchase decision with different perception. The empirical analysis of the questionnaire survey show that in the context of two different perceptions of consumers, deceptive reviews have significant differences in the results of purchase decisions. In addition, research also shows that consumers’ persuasive knowledge plays a moderating role between perceived deception and purchase decision.

 
Percepciones sobre las causas y consecuencias de la migración en estudiantes de la comunidad San Miguel del Valle, Azuay-Ecuador
Authors:   Unidad Educativa “Octavio Diaz León”, 010101, Cuenca - Ecuador., Quevedo Escobar Adrian Osiris , Castillo Castillo Tania Araceli ,   Unidad Educativa “Estados Unidos de Norteamérica”, 010101, Cuenca - Ecuador., Carpio Paucar Ruth Isabel ,   Unidad Educativa “Estados Unidos de Norteamérica”, 010101, Cuenca - Ecuador.
Published: December 2023

La migración en Ecuador es un fenómeno complejo con repercusiones tanto positivas como negativas. Además de las remesas y las oportunidades que ofrece a quienes emigran, afecta a las comunidades locales, familias y personas que se quedan atrás. Un estudio reciente en la comunidad San Miguel del Valle analizó las opiniones de 71 estudiantes sobre las causas y consecuencias de la migración. El 94,52% de los estudiantes tienen familiares migrantes y creen que la falta de oportunidades económicas y educativas, junto con la violencia y la inseguridad, son las principales razones de la migración. Esto demuestra que la migración impacta negativamente en las familias y las comunidades, generando separación, estrés y dificultades económicas. Los resultados subrayan la necesidad de abordar las causas de la migración en San Miguel del Valle, lo que implica mejorar las oportunidades educativas y económicas, y proporcionar apoyo a las familias afectadas por este fenómeno.
Ebu’l-Müntehâ el-Mağnîsâvî’nin İzhâru’l-Maʻânî Fî Şerhi Hirzi’l-Emânî Adlı Eserinin İncelemesi
Authors: PEKER ŞEN Zeynep
Published: December 2023

Osmanlı dönemi alimlerinden Ebü'l-Müntehâ Ahmed b. Muhammed el-Mağnîsâvî’ye nispet edilen İzhâru’l-Ma’ânî, İmam Şâtıbî’nin yedi kıraat hakkında telif ettiği manzumenin şerhidir. Osmanlı Türkçesiyle kaleme alınan eserin bir kısmı Arapça ile devam etmektedir. Yazar hakkında bilgiler sınırlıdır fakat eserin kütüphanelerdeki mevcut iki nüshası da noksansız muhafaza edilmiştir.

Bu makalede İzhâru’l-Ma’ânî adlı eserin mahiyeti hakkında bilgi verilerek müellifin takip ettiği metotların örneklerle açıklanması hedeflenmektedir.
KAR PAYI DAĞITIM TEORİLERİNİN GEÇERLİLİĞİNİN FOURIER TABANLI PANEL VERİ ANALİZLERİ İLE İNCELENMESİ: BIST-50 ÖRNEĞİ
Authors: TUNÇEL Mert Baran , ALPTÜRK Yaşar , ZEREN Feyyaz
Published: December 2023

Firmaların kâr payı dağıtım politikaları ve şirket değeri ilişkisi literatürdeki önemli araştırma konularının başında gelmektedir. Bu çalışmada kâr payı dağıtım teorilerinin BIST-50 endeksi için geçerliliğinin test edilmesi amaçlanmıştır. Bu doğrultuda 2010-2022 dönemine ilişkin yıllık bazda nakdi kâr payı ve hisse senedi getirileri arasındaki ilişki Olayeni, Tiwari ve Wohar (2020) tarafından geliştirilen yumuşak geçişli yapısal kırılmaları hesaba katarak analiz yapabilen fourier panel eşbütünleşme testi ve FMOLS panel eşbütünleşme tahmincisi ile araştırılmıştır. Elde edilen sonuçlara göre kâr payı dağıtımı ile firma değeri arasındaki ilişkinin firmadan firmaya farklılık gösterdiği anlaşılmaktadır. Buna göre kâr payı dağıtım teorilerinin geçerliliğinin firmaların bireysel politikalarına göre farklılık gösterdiği tespit edilmiştir.
K-12 Düzeyindeki Okullarda Gerçekleştirilen Programlama Eğitimine Yönelik Ebeveyn Algı Ölçeği Geliştirme Çalışması
Authors: YILMAZ Nuray , BİRİŞÇİ Salih
Published: December 2023

Bu çalışma, K12 düzeyindeki okullarda gerçekleştirilen programlama eğitimlerine ilişkin ebeveyn algısının belirlenmesine yönelik geçerli ve güvenilir bir ölçek (PEEAÖ-K12) geliştirilmeyi amaçlamaktadır. Ölçek geliştirme süreci ölçeğe temel oluşturan teorilere ilişkin alan yazın taraması ile başlamıştır. Kapsam geçerliliği çalışması sonucunda 36 maddeden oluşan taslak ölçek, Bursa il merkezindeki okullarda öğrenim gören 5 ve 6. sınıf öğrencilerinin ebeveynlerine (860 ebeveyn) uygulanmıştır. Ölçme aracına ait yapı geçerliğinin sağlanması amacıyla yapılan Açımlayıcı Faktör Analizi (AFA) işlemleri sonrası farkındalık, destek ve beklenti boyutları altında toplam 21 maddeden oluşan nihai form elde edilmiştir. Ölçeğin üç boyutlu faktör yapısı toplam varyansın % 71.135’ini açıklamaktadır. Ölçeğin tümü için elde edilen Cronbach Alpha iç tutarlık güvenirlik katsayısı .958 iken alt boyutlarına ait güvenirlik değerleri sırasıyla .94, .87 ve .95 olarak belirlenmiştir. Doğrulayıcı Faktör Analizi (DFA) sonuçları, modele ait uyum iyiliği indekslerinin hem tatmin edici hem de kabul edilebilir düzeyde olduğunu göstermektedir (x2/sd=1.849, TFI=.933, IFI=.942, NFI=.923, CFI=.942, RMSEA=. 073, RMR=.045). DFA'ya göre faktör yükleri .52 ile .91 arasında değişmektedir. Uygulanan Doğrulayıcı Faktör Analizi (DFA) neticesinde AFA kapsamında oluşan faktör yapısı doğrulanmış olup modele ait uyum iyiliği indekslerinin kabul edilebilir düzeyde anlamlı olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Çalışmanın sonucunda okullarda yürütülen programlama etkinliklerine dair ebeveyn algısını belirlemede kullanılabilecek geçerli ve güvenilir bir ölçme aracı ortaya konulmuştur.
Fen Lisesi Öğrencilerinin Mutlulukla İlgili Düşüncelerinin İncelenmesi
Authors: YAVRUTÜRK Ali Rıza
Published: December 2023

Bu araştırmada fen lisesi öğrencilerinin mutluluk ile ilgili görüşlerinin incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmanın çalışma grubu 8’i kız ve 7’si erkek olmak üzere toplam 15 öğrenciden oluşmaktadır. Araştırma nitel modellerden olgu-bilim deseninde tasarlanmıştır. Çalışmanın verileri, araştırmacı tarafından geliştirilmiş olan yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu ile toplanmıştır. Araştırmada elde edilen nitel veriler içerik analizi yöntemi ile analiz edilmiştir. Yapılan içerik analizi sonucunda katılımcıların mutluluk kavramını zevk ve haz yaşantıları, anlam ve üretkenlik olmak üzere üç temada tanımladıkları görülmektedir. Ayrıca katılımcıların kendilerini mutlu eden yaşantıların arkadaşlık ilişkileri, sevmek ve sevilmek, güçlü ilişkiler, özgürlük, tatil ve gezi, başarılı olmak gibi yaşantılar olduğu görülmüştür. Ayrıca, katılımcılar; arkadaşlar, rehber öğretmenler, anne-babalar, öğretmenler, model aldıkları kişiler ve başarılı kişilerin yanında kendilerini mutlu hissettiklerini ifade ettikleri görülmüştür. Öte yandan, mutlu olmak için katılımcıların yeni şeyler denemeyi, alışveriş yapmayı, sevmek/sevilmek ve hayata pozitif bakmayı tercih ettikleri görülmektedir. Son olarak katılımcıların, mutluluğu farklı kavramlara, nedenleri ile birlikte benzettikleri görülmüştür. Elde edilen sonuçlar alanyazın ışığında tartışılmıştır.
Principals’ Views on the Factors Facilitating Idiosyncratic Deals They Make with Teachers
Authors: OZASLAN Gokhan
Published: December 2023

Non-standard, personalized arrangements between employees and their managers that are not granted to other subordinates are referred to in the literature as "idiosyncratic deals" (i-deals for short). Although the factors that influence the realization of these agreements have been researched in various sectors, it is apparent that these factors have not yet been uncovered in the school setting. Because of this deficiency in the literature, the purpose of this multiple case study was to identify the factors that facilitate making i-deals between principals and teachers based on the perceptions of sixteen principals working in public and private schools. Semi-structured interview questions were developed, and findings were reported based on the researcher-developed framework of six dimensions of (1) professional development i-deals, (2) task flexibility i-deals, (3) schedule flexibility i-deals, (4) location flexibility i-deals, (5) reduced workload i-deals, and (6) pay-related i-deals. Implications for research and application were also discussed based on the results.
Yankılayıcı Okuma Yönteminin İki Dilli 8. sınıf Öğrencilerinin Akıcı Okuma Becerileri Üzerindeki Etkisi
Authors: ALTUNDAL Betül , BİLGE Huzeyfe
Published: December 2023

Akıcı okuma becerisini geliştirme yöntemleri sıkça çalışılmış olsa da iki dilli öğrenciler, köy okulları ve ortaokul öğrencileri bağlamında yapılan çalışmalara pek rastlanmamaktadır. Bu araştırmanın amacı okuma güçlüğü çeken iki dilli yedi sekizinci sınıf öğrencisinde yankılayıcı okuma yönteminin etkisini incelemektir. Bir köy okulunda yürütülen çalışmada tek gruplu deneysel desen kullanılmıştır. Çalışmaya katılan öğrencilerin 1-7. sınıf metinlerindeki akıcı okuma verileri ön test ve son test olarak toplanmıştır. Verilerin analizinde betimleyici analizlere ve Wilcoxon işaretli sıralar testine yer verilmiştir. Çalışmanın bulgularına göre yedi hafta gibi kısa bir sürede öğrenciler birinci sınıfta endişe düzeyinden ikinci sınıfta öğretim düzeyine gelebilmiştir. Bunun yanı sıra bütün sınıf seviyelerindeki metinlerde hız ve doğrulukta grubun ortalaması artmıştır. Bu artışlar hız ve doğruluk için üçer sınıf seviyesinde anlamlı çıkmıştır. Çalışmanın bulguları literatür ışığında tartışılmıştır.
Çankırı kent ormanında toprak özelliklerine bağlı olarak çölleşme eğiliminin değerlendirilmesi
Authors: TETİK AKBAŞ Nursima , GÜL Ebru , DÖLARSLAN Melda
Published: December 2023

Dünya da ve ülkemizde ciddi sorun haline gelen kuraklık, bitki örtüsünün zayıflaması, arazi bozulumu ve iklim değişikliği gibi çevresel problemler çölleşmenin süreçlerinin tespit edilmesi ve çölleşme ile mücadelenin önemini arttırmıştır. Bu çalışmada Çankırı kent merkezine yaklaşık 8 km mesafede bulunan Çankırı Kent Ormanı’nda insan kaynaklı faaliyetlerle birlikte (piknik, yürüyüş vb. rekreasyonel faaliyetlerin) toprak ve vejetasyon özelliklerine bağlı olarak çölleşme riskinin belirlenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Yaklaşık 22 ha büyüklüğüne sahip olan çalışma alanında rastgele 30 noktadan toprak örneği alınmış ve aynı örnekleme noktasında DIS4ME (Desertification Indicator System for Mediterranean Europe- Akdeniz Avrupası için Çölleşme İndikatör Sistemi) sistemindeki ilgili arazi kullanımına uygun çölleşme etüt formları doldurulmuştur. Yapılan risk hesaplamalar sonucunda, alanda çölleşme riski en düşük 2,26 (düşük risk) en yüksek 5,14 (orta risk) arasında değişen değerler almıştır. Özellikle insan faaliyetlerinin arttığı piknik alanlarında bitki örtüsünün zarar görmesi bununla birlikte toprak özelliklerinde meydana gelen bozulmalar alanın çölleşme hassasiyetini artırmıştır. Bu durum özellikle yarı kurak iklim tipinin etkilerinin fazlaca hissedildiği araştırma alanında çölleşmeye karşı gerekli tedbirlerin alınması gerektiğinin önemini göstermektedir.
Does Generation Z Consume Artificial Meat? Türkiye Examination
Authors: AYDEMİR Mehmet Emin , OKAN Yusuf Taha , TAKIM Kasım
Published: December 2023

The aim of this study is to examine the perceptions of young people between the ages of 18-22 in Türkiye, studying at universities and representing generation Z regarding the consumption of artificial meat and to determine whether there will be a consumer base for artificial meat in Türkiye in the coming years. For this purpose, face-to-face interviews were conducted with a total of 227 individuals, 95 (41.85%) female and 132 (58.15%) male participants. Both quantitative descriptive and qualitative descriptive analysis were used in the research. Qualitative analyses were evaluated using Maxqda 20 Package Program. 77 respondents (33.92%) stated that they could consume artificial meat. 29 (30.52%) female and 45 (34.09%) male participants stated that they could consume artificial meat. Participants stated that they would not consume artificial meat because they were concerned about artificial meat being unhealthy, unnatural, insufficient in terms of nutritional value, unsafe, negatively affecting animal husbandry, and posing a problem in terms of belief. As a result, contrary to expectations, generation Z living in Türkiye has a high potential to consume artificial meat. As long as the concerns of the participants are clarified, we foresee that there will be a more serious increase in the artificial meat consumption potential of the generation Z, which will represent the Turkish population in the future.