bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The “April” Dictatorship’s Policy in Universities and Students’ Activism and Resistance against the Dictatorship, in Greece
Authors: Papadakis Nikos , Stylianos Ioannis Tzagkarakis
Published: November 2024

This paper analyzes the main components, ideological features and practices that constitute the (overall) educational and specifically, the higher education policy of the “April” Dictatorship in Greece (1967–1974).

The analysis of the relevant research material shows that this policy was characterized by:

• the intention to redefine the relations of the Universities with the (“occupied”) State,• the coordinated effort to insert specific ideological authoritarian interpretations in the discourses and policies for higher education and consequently, in the reform efforts of the Dictatorship,

• the institutionalization of a new economy of power based on control technologies which favored the formation of (ideologically over-determined) discipline and extended state intervention into every aspect of the Higher Education Institutions,

• the construction of a surveillance, punishment, control and discipline framework, strictly demarcated and authoritarian.

Simultaneously, the above-mentioned policy aimed a) at the extensive criminalization of behavior, as well as of the “non-nationalistic” and ideologically “un-orthodox” thinking in universities and in other Educational Institutions, b) at the reduction of any degree of teaching staff and students autonomy, and c) at the promotion of some alleged- ostensible, seemingly “liberal”, measures and proposals. The ultimate objective was both these specific measures and the overall (authoritarian) higher education policy to become feasible (legitimizing-permissible strategy) and subsequently implemented.

In addition, students’ (persistent, influential and multi-level) resistance (at the level of both discourse and political action) to the higher education “reforms” attempted by the April Dictatorship, as well as against the Dictatorship per se and subsequently against the state and constitutional infringement, will be also analytically examined and contextualized.
The Origins of Peter W. Galbraith’s Mission to the Balkans
Authors: Szczesio Sławomir Lucjan
Published: November 2024

One of the biggest challenges for the international community at the beginning of 1990s became the issue of the dissolution of Yugoslavia. Peter Galbraith’s appointment as the US ambassador to Croatia in 1993 came at a critical juncture in the Balkan conflicts. Prior to his ambassadorship, Galbraith was an advisor to the United States Senate Foreign Relations Committee. He visited the countries of the former Yugoslavia several times as an expert in the early 1990s. Ambassador Galbraith played a crucial role in addressing the Balkan conflicts. As the first US ambassador to Croatia, he actively supported the country’s territorial integrity after the breakup of Yugoslavia. Galbraith’s diplomacy was instrumental in fostering U.S. pressure that ended the Croat-Muslim conflict in Bosnia and Herzegovina, laying the groundwork for the Washington Agreement of 1994. This agreement, seen as a diplomatic success, paved the way for the Dayton Agreement in 1995.
East and West Influences in Yugoslav Culture in the Period from 1945 to 1952
Authors: Popovska Dragica
Published: November 2024

The paper deals with the influences from the East and the West on culture, in the space of post-war Yugoslavia, from 1945 to 1952. Considering the position of Yugoslavia in a divided Europe, the paper examines the developments in culture that were inevitably intertwined with the sphere of politics. This period is marked by two major events: 1945 – the time of the country’s liberation and 1948 – the conflict surrounding the clash with the Information Bureau. These political events determined the direction in which the Yugoslav culture moved, situated within the framework of the Cold War, that is, in the constellations of power in Europe. In the fifties of the last century, in addition to “realism”, pro-Western“ modernism” began. In other words, Yugoslav culture was influenced by the East and the West. In this context, culture functioned as a marker of ideological distinctions between the two different ideological systems, which were constituted in opposition. The analysis of the available data makes it possible to trace the internal and external circumstances in which the state existed, which influenced the strategies of canonization and restriction of values in the field of culture in socialist Yugoslavia.
The Digital Silk Road in the Balkans – A Selection of Issues
Authors: Gibas-Krzak Danuta
Published: November 2024

The main objective of the article is to show how China is putting into practice the idea of the development of the Digital Silk Road in the Balkans. The influence of China in terms of digitalization and new technologies is not the same in all the countries of the region. The author’s emphasis is on the fact that Serbia is the most involved in cooperation with China. Huawei, which has its regional headquarters in Belgrade, is a long-standing partner of the state-owned telecommunications company Telecom Srbija. Working with Huawei, more than a dozen Serbian cities are being equipped to become Smart Cities. The Serbs are using the latest Chinese software to monitor and analyze urban behaviour. In 2017, Huawei installed cameras in the building of the Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Serbia. They tested them not only for facial recognition, but also for behaviour, collecting data that would allow them to assess whether a particular behaviour could lead to violence. The article also outlines the influence of China on the digitalization process in North Macedonia, Romania, and Bulgaria. Due to US policy and the implementation of the Clean Network principles, numerous Balkan countries have declined to engage in broader collaboration with Huawei, citing allegations of corruption and espionage practices. It is inaccurate to suggest that China has conquered the Balkans. In fact, the influence of EU countries in the region is much more significant and far-reaching than that of China. It is important to acknowledge that Beijing is adopting a highly proactive approach and is not deterred by isolated instances of failure. A significant number of industries in the Balkans are in a state of persistent financial need. Only the future will tell whether the Chinese will be able to dominate the Balkans economically, even if it does not seem possible now.
Montenegro towards the Challenges of the European Union Integration Process after the Presidential and Parliamentary Elections of 2023
Authors: Koźbiał Krzysztof
Published: November 2024

In 2023, Montenegro held both presidential and (early) parliamentary elections. They brought a change of power: the defeat of the former president Đukanović, the most influential figure in the political life of this country for 30 years, and the defeat of the DPS group, which failed to recover after losing the elections 3 years ago. The elections were held in a tense internal situation, resulting from religious and ethnic contradictions, as well as underlined identity issues, combined with the language used in the country. As a result, the group Europe Now! has taken over the power. And the government was headed by the leader of this movement, Milojko Spajić. Movement politicians face an important task, which is to continue negotiations related to the desire to join the European Union. Montenegro has been negotiating the membership since 2012, so far without any effect. The main problems on the path to the EU are insufficient anti-corruption measures, the need to fight organised crime and the relatively low assessments of Montenegrin democracy. The new authorities announced changes in this respect in the election campaign and accelerated the whole process.
Restoration of the Performance of Membranes Fouled and Wetted in a Pilot-scale Membrane Distillation Process
Authors: Lim Joowan , Son Kwang Pyo , Kang Seung Mo , Cho Hyeongrak , Lee Sangho , Kim Seung-Hyun , Park Pyung-Kyu
Published: November 2024

Objectives : The fouling and wetting of membranes in membrane distillation processes can significantly reduce membrane performance, thereby affecting overall process efficiency. The purpose of this study is to develop methods for restoring the performance of membranes used in a membrane distillation pilot plant operated in the Middle East by testing and optimizing various cleaning methods. This aims to maintain the long-term performance and improve the operational efficiency of the pilot plant through the reuse of restored membranes.Methods : To analyze the main fouling substances on the hollow fiber membranes collected from a module operated in a pilot plant, FTIR, XRD, and SEM analysis techniques were employed. A lab-scale module was fabricated using the collected membranes, and cleaning methods were applied. Citric acid was used for cleaning to restore membrane performance, which was evaluated by measuring water permeability and conductivity before and after cleaning.Results and Discussion : FTIR and XRD analyses revealed that the main fouling substances on the membranes used in the pilot plant were NaCl, CaCO3, and CaSO4. SEM and ICP analyses confirmed that the membranes near the feed inlet of the module experienced severer fouling compared to those near the outlet. The cleaning method involving pump circulation after inducing artificial wetting was found to be the most effective for restoring membrane performance. Notably, when a high concentration of citric acid was used, almost all fouling substances on the membrane surface were removed, restoring membrane performance to nearly its original state.Conclusion : The cleaning method involving artificial wetting followed by pump circulation was determined to be the optimal method for successfully restoring the performance of membranes fouled and wetted in membrane distillation processes.
A study on Activation of Carbon Reduction through Rooftop Greening at Bus Stops
Authors: Kwon Soon Gil , Chang Yoon Seong
Published: November 2024

Objectives : Due to climate change, countries around the world, including Korea, are making various efforts to achieve carbon neutrality. Among the various reduction methods for achieving carbon neutrality, the utilization of green space through carbon storage and herbaceous plants, which are the only functions, is increasing. However, due to spatial limitations in everyday life, continuous target sites for green space are needed. Accordingly, this study conducted a study on carbon reduction through rooftop greening to activate covered bus stops.Methods : After analyzing the growth of herbaceous plants, a feasible target group was selected and when herbaceous plants were planted on the rooftops of covered bus stops, the carbon reduction figures and construction costs were compared with the same conditions as solar power facilities. The carbon storage amount was calculated on a nationwide basis and the carbon reduction cost per m2 was analyzed in comparison with the carbon reduction according to solar power facilities.Results and Discussion : The research results showed that the reduction cost of herbaceous plants per m2 was 53 KRW, and the carbon reduction cost due to solar power installation was about 116 KRW. It was confirmed that herbaceous plants were about twice as cheap as carbon reduction through solar power generation. In addition, the environmental and economic benefits of herbaceous plants were also confirmed to have additional benefits among local communities or surrounding area.Conclusion : Starting with this study, it is expected that it can be used as basic data to realize green space more efficiently in environmental and landscape aspects by increasing the planting ratio of herbaceous plants in order to increase the amount of CO2 stored (absorbed) in daily life.
ESG Strategy: The Case of Appleʼs Carbon Neutrality
Authors: Lee Jeongki , Hwang Geonwook , Ok Yong Sik , Rhee Jay Hyuk
Published: November 2024

Purpose : ESG management, which enhances corporate sustainability, is being highlighted as an essential management strategy to respond to social and environmental changes. Especially with the global emphasis on climate change, the importance of reducing and offsetting carbon emissions in the environmental (E) pillar of ESG management is increasing. This study aims to analyze Apple's approach to achieving carbon neutrality through forestation, demonstrating how corporate forest activities can serve as practical strategies in ESG management.Methods : The study analyzes how Apple acquired certified emission reductions through forestation activities and offset its own carbon emissions. It evaluates the connection between forest activities and major ESG indicators and issues, assessing their impact on enhancing a company's ESG performance.Results : The analysis demonstrates that Apple's forestation efforts effectively contributed to achieving carbon neutrality. The study highlights the linkage between corporate forest activities and ESG indicators, offering practical solutions for companies in the environmental (E) pillar and climate change response.Conclusion : Based on these findings, this research suggests the potential for developing carbon reduction and neutrality strategies across various industries through forest activities, offering both academic and practical implications for future ESG management.
The Vision of Energy Security by Key Power Centers (Russia, China, USA, and the EU)
Authors: Borovsky Yu V.
Published: November 2024

The 2020s have witnessed increasing instability in energy security. The COVID-19 pandemic, which profoundly impacted the global economy and energy industry; the fierce confrontation between Russia and the West over the war in Ukraine, which has significantly disrupted global energy supplies; the ongoing tensions of tensions in the hydrocarbon-rich Middle East; and imbalances arising from the fourth energy transition are among the key factors destabilizing the global energy supply system, resulting in high volatility in energy prices. Countries’ approaches to energy security remain largely conventional, focusing on three core aspects: security of energy supply, energy independence, and security of energy demand.

This study comprehensively analyzes the current understanding of energy security by Russia, China, the USA, the EU, based on their fundamental doctrinal documents. The findings indicate that Russia, as a self-sufficient country and major energy exporter, views its energy security through the lenses of security of energy demand, security of energy supply, and energy independence. China prioritizes security of energy supply and strives for energy independence amid the energy transition, a natural approach given its critical dependence on hydrocarbon imports and status as the world’s largest source of greenhouse gases. The United States, despite becoming a net oil and gas exporter, continues to prioritize security of energy supply and energy independence, with an increasing emphasis on security of energy demand. The European Union, critically dependent on hydrocarbon imports, focuses primarily on security of energy supply and energy independence within the context of the energy transition.

While Russia, China, the US, and the EU predominantly view energy security defensively, the US and the EU also adopt an offensive stance. Unlike China, the US, the EU, and Russia politicize their understanding of energy security. Despite this, Russia and China demonstrate openness to international energy cooperation, whereas the US and the EU are more inclined to promote their energy sector interests through confrontation.
Menanamkan Jiwa Kewirausahaan Pada Usia Dini di SDN Kebonbera Rumah Transisi UBJ di Sukabumi
Authors: Supriyanto Supriyanto , Sudiantini Dian , Mukti Naely Fauziyah , Setiawan Salsabila Putri , Joned Jiwa Banyu Semesta , Ardyansyah Luthfi Nur , Tarigan Rio Agres B.
Published: November 2024

Pendidikan kewirausahaan di usia dini memiliki potensi besar untuk membentuk karakter dan keterampilan yang diperlukan dalam dunia bisnis modern. Penelitian ini berfokus pada inisiatif penanaman jiwa kewirausahaan di SDN Kebonbera, Rumah Transisi UBJ, Sukabumi, dengan tujuan untuk mengintegrasikan konsep kewirausahaan dalam kurikulum sekolah dasar. Program ini dirancang untuk membekali siswa dengan pemahaman dasar mengenai kewirausahaan, termasuk kreativitas, inovasi, dan keterampilan manajerial dasar. Metode yang digunakan mencakup pelatihan interaktif, proyek berbasis tim, dan simulasi kegiatan bisnis kecil yang relevan dengan konteks lokal. Evaluasi dilakukan untuk mengukur dampak program terhadap motivasi siswa, pengetahuan kewirausahaan, serta keterampilan praktis yang diperoleh. Hasil dari studi ini menunjukkan bahwa intervensi kewirausahaan di usia dini dapat meningkatkan rasa percaya diri, kemampuan problem-solving, dan keterampilan sosial siswa. Penelitian ini menyarankan perlunya pendekatan sistematis dalam implementasi program kewirausahaan di sekolah dasar sebagai bagian dari strategi pengembangan pendidikan yang holistik.
Pemberdayaan Mahasiswa Dalam Praktik Belajar Lapangan Untuk Mengatasi Stunting Di Desa: Pendekatan Terpadu Dan Sinergis
Authors: Jihad Fikri Faidul , Mayasari Junita Sekar , Ananta Agara Citra , Sasdyanti Shapna , Bintang Ramadani Safitri , Wahyuni Resa Sri , Telaumbanua Depiani , Anggraini Rini , Is Jun Musnadi , Duana Maiza
Published: November 2024

Stunting merupakan salah satu masalah kesehatan yang signifikan di Indonesia, terutama di daerah pedesaan. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk mengatasi masalah stunting di Gampong Krueng Seumayam melalui program Praktik Belajar Lapangan (PBL) yang melibatkan mahasiswa. Program ini berfokus pada edukasi gizi, penyuluhan mengenai perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat (PHBS), serta intervensi langsung seperti pemberian makanan tambahan (PMT) untuk balita. Selain itu, mahasiswa juga dilibatkan dalam pembagian brosur dan pengembangan program berbasis komunitas guna meningkatkan kesadaran masyarakat akan bahaya stunting. Hasil dari kegiatan ini menunjukkan peningkatan pemahaman masyarakat tentang pentingnya gizi seimbang dan perilaku sehat dalam mencegah stunting. Kolaborasi antara mahasiswa, aparat desa, dan kader posyandu menjadi kunci keberhasilan program ini. Diharapkan, intervensi yang dilakukan dapat menurunkan angka stunting di Gampong Krueng Seumayam secara signifikan dan berkelanjutan.
Upaya Peningkatan Penjualan Pada UMKM Liang Teh Gwek An Melalui Stategi Pemasaran
Authors: Arwin Arwin , Yuliana Yuliana , Weny Weny
Published: November 2024

Liang teh atau teh herbal merupakan salah satu minuman yang minuman favorit untuk semua kalangan, baik anak-anak, remaja, maupun orang tua, karena memiliki banyak manfaat kesehatan. Permasalahan yang dihadapi oleh UMKM Liang Teh Gwek An adalah belum adanya sistem open PO (Pre-Order) bagi pelanggan yang ingin membeli dalam jumlah yang banyak, lokasi yang belum cukup strategis dalam menjual produk, dan belum adanya perencanaan pengembangan usaha kedepannya. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah untuk mengembangkan strategi pemasaran dan menambah omset penjualan pada UMKM Liang Teh Gwek An. Metode pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah metode wawancara. Adapun hasil pengabdian menunjukkan bahwa UMKM Liang Teh Gwek An mendapatkan pemahaman yang lebih baik tentang cara membuat bauran pemasaran 7P, STP, analisis SWOT dan penghitungan HPP. Diharapkan kegiatan ini bisa membantu pelaku UMKM mengembangkan strategi pemasaran penjualan produk dan meningkatkan kualitas produk serta memanfaatkan promosi melalui sosial media supaya bisa mendapatkan volume penjualan dan perhatian pasar yang lebih baik.
Sosialisasi Pengaruh Aplikasi Youtobe Terhadap Kondisi Anak Usia 3-12 Tahun
Authors: Chulkamdi Mukh Taofik , Wulansari Zunita , Alamsyah Isnan Ridho
Published: November 2024

Tujuan dari pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah untuk memberikan pengetahuan dan pendidikan kepada orang tua yang memiliki anak uisia 3-12 tahun agar bijak dalam menentukan tontonan di YouTube. Dari hasil pengamatan anak usia 3-12 tahun suka melihat YouTube, sementara konten-konten di YouTube mungkin tidak layak untuk di tonton anak-anak. Metode pelaksanaan pengabdian masyakat ini adalah dengan sosialisasi kepada masyarakat sekitar Bence, Garum, Blitar. Sosialisasi di lakuakan dengan pembinaan kepada orang tua terhadap resiko dan manfaat penggunaan aplikasi YouTube oleh anak-anak dan memberikan strategi dan teknik kepada orang tua dan pengasuh dalam mengontrol dan mengawasi akses anak-anak mereka terhadap konten YouTube. Melalui kegiatan pengabdian masyrakaat ini diharapkan dapat membantu mengurangi dampak negatif aplikasi YouTube terhadap kesejahteraan dan perkembangan anak-anak (Maharani et al., 2019) dalam rentang usia 3-12 tahun. Diharapkan penggunaan yang positif dan bermanfaat dari platform tersebut (Rediansyah, 2020), edukasi digital, pembatasan waktu layar, pilihan konten yang lebih aman.
Pelatihan Kewirausahaan Pembuatan Saos Cili Di MARDI Negeri Melaka
Authors: Juleha Sela , Afrizawati Afrizawati , Safrizal Safrizal , Setiawan M. Ridho , Septiani Dila , Sunarti Sunarti , Putri Aqillah Alliyah , Junery Muhammad Fadhil
Published: November 2024

Kewirausahaan merupakan salah satu solusi strategis dalam mengurangi angka pengangguran dan meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat. Di Negeri Melaka, Malaysia, terdapat potensi besar dalam industri makanan khususnya saus cili, yang memiliki permintaan tinggi di kalangan masyarakat lokal. Artikel ini membahas pelaksanaan program pelatihan kewirausahaan pembuatan saus cili yang diadakan oleh Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) Negeri Melaka. Tujuan utama dari pelatihan ini adalah untuk membekali peserta dengan keterampilan dan pengetahuan yang memadai dalam memproduksi saus cili sebagai produk wirausaha. Metodologi yang digunakan dalam pelatihan ini adalah metode ABCD yang meliputi tahap Asessment (penilaian kebutuhan peserta), Building (pembangunan keterampilan), Carrying Out (pelaksanaan langsung), dan Demonstration (demonstrasi hasil). Hasil dari pelatihan ini menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar peserta berhasil mengembangkan keterampilan teknis dalam proses pembuatan saus cili dan memiliki pengetahuan mengenai strategi pemasaran produk. Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa pelatihan ini efektif dalam membangun keterampilan wirausaha
Data Management Plan (DMP): A Supervised Machine Learning Approach for Assessing Grant Peer Review Reports
Authors: Strinzel Michaela , Okasa Gabriel , Jorstad Anne , Müller Stefan , de Léon Alberto , Egger Matthias , Milzow Katrin
Published: November 2024

The Data Management Plan for the study “A Supervised Machine Learning Approach for Assessing Grant Peer Review Reports” by a research team at the University College Dublin in collaboration with the Swiss National Science outlines the collection, processing, sharing and storage of the data used and generated in the study, following the FAIR Data principles.
A Novel Hybrid Approach for Feature Selection in Cardiovascular Risk Assessment
Authors: Ankush Hutke  , Jyoti Deshmukh
Published: November 2024

Early detection of cardiac risk is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment of fatal cardiovascular diseases. Selecting relevant features is essential for machine learning in building an effective decision support system of cardiovascular risk assessment, ensuring accuracy of high-dimensional data. This study aims to propose a novel hybrid feature selection approach, termed ant colony optimization with hill climbing (ACOHC), integrating ant colony optimization (ACO) and hill climbing (HC) algorithms. The accuracy metric and various classifiers are deployed to evaluate the effectiveness. Additionally, comparisons are made with nine alternative feature selection techniques. The feature subset identified through the ACOHC attains a classification accuracy of 95.1% with the support vector machine classifier.
Acoso antisindical y resistencia colectiva: reflexiones y enseñanzas del caso Latam Brasil en la crisis sanitaria generada por la COVID-19
Authors: De Azevedo Menezes Mauro
Published: November 2024

El conflicto establecido entre Latam Airlines Brasil y el Sindicato Nacional de los Aeronautas (SNA), ocurrido en el año 2020, en el contexto de la pandemia generada por la Covid-19, tuvo como causa la exigencia empresarial de imponer a pilotos, copilotos y tripulantes de cabina de pasajeros una reducción salarial permanente o por tiempo indefinido, lo que terminó desencadenando una exitosa resistencia sindical, apuntalada en movilizaciones y asambleas en línea, que concluyó con el mantenimiento de los valores salariales y con la posterior recontratación de la mayor parte de los aeronautas despedidos. En los contextos de crisis económicas, deben sostenerse los requisitos de la buena fe y adecuada contención de abusos del poder empresarial, para lograr una negociación colectiva sana y equilibrada. En dichas situaciones, los sindicatos pueden utilizar los nuevos medios tecnológicos de comunicación para desarrollar su contrapoder en favor de la defensa colectiva de los trabajadores representados.
Effect of Addition of Red Brick Powder and Salt on CBR Value in Clay Soil Stability
Authors: Anggraeni Kristhina , Adriana N Yudi , Rahma Deva Andreas , Multi Rezeki Ingrid
Published: November 2024

Soil acts as the main support in building construction, including foundations. The type of clay soil that has high cohesion and plasticity properties often causes damage to building structures. This happened to the tourism development in Sampih Village, which experienced cracks in the walls and foundations due to the clay subgrade. This research aims to improve the quality of the soil with a stabilization method using a mixture of red brick powder and salt, which was tested using the California Bearing Ratio (CBR) method. Tests were conducted in the laboratory with a variety of mixtures: 10% salt; 10% red brick powder (SBM); 5% salt + 10% SBM; 10% salt + 5% SBM; 5% salt + 5% SBM; and 10% salt + 10% SBM. The test results show that the CBR value of the original soil is about 9.4% (CBR without soaking), which belongs to the low bearing capacity category. After stabilization, the 5% salt + 10% red brick powder mixture variation gave an increase in CBR value up to 24.10%, higher than the other variations. The study implies that the combination of salt and red brick powder can significantly increase the bearing capacity of the soil, which has implications for improving foundation stability for construction in areas with clay soils.
Planspiele in der Gesetzesfolgenabschätzung – Genehmigungsverfahren für Elektrolyseure
Authors: Rittmeier Aaron , Lesch Anna Lena , Bizer Kilian , Führ Martin , Führ Pauline
Published: November 2024

Das Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung (BMBF) fördert im Rahmen des Insight-Programms das Vorhaben Regulatorische Optionen für eine Was-serstofftransformation in der Chemieindustrie (ROWaCh). Das ROWaCh-Projekt untersucht regulatorische Anreizbedingungen, Hemmnisfaktoren und Gestaltungsoptionen, Wasserstoff als Teil einer Transformationsstrategie der chemischen Industrie zur Klimaneutralität zu erzeugen und zu nutzen. Ein zü-giger Markthochlauf von Erzeugungskapazitäten für (grünen) Wasserstoff setzt voraus, dass interessierte Projektträger schnellstmöglich Genehmigungen für Elektrolyseure erhalten. Angesichts dessen sieht die nationale Gesetzgebung eine Neufassung der 4. BImSchV vor, welche die Genehmigungspraxis für Elektrolyseure vereinfachen und beschleunigen soll.
Vor diesem Hintergrund organisierte das ROWaCh-Team Planspiele in Koope-ration mit der Wasserstoff-Allianz Südniedersachsen (H2AS) und unter Beteili-gung ihrer industriellen Mitgliedsunternehmen. Zudem waren die Bauämter der örtlich zuständigen Kommune, der Baugenehmigungsbehörde des zuständigen Landkreises sowie das Gewerbeaufsichtsamt, die Immissionsschutzbehörde in Niedersachsen, vertreten. In diesem Rahmen testeten die Beteiligten am 07.11.2023 die praktischen Auswirkungen der regulatorischen Neuerungen auf Vorhabenträger und die Verwaltungspraxis anhand von zwei Genehmi-gungsverfahren für Elektrolyseure im „Zeitraffer“. Ziel war es, die genehmi-gungsrechtliche Situation insbesondere mit Blick auf die intendierten regulato-rischen Neuerungen einem realitätsnahen und vorausschauenden Praxistest zu unterziehen.
Dieses Arbeitspapier legt die Ergebnisse aus den Planspielen dar. Es analysiert und beurteilt die Auswirkungen der bereits absehbaren regulatorischen Ände-rungen auf die Genehmigungspraxis. Auf dieser Basis legt das Arbeitspapier verbleibende „Stolpersteine“ offen und schlägt weitere Gestaltungsoptionen vor, um den Zulassungsprozess von Elektrolyseuren weiter zu vereinfachen und zu beschleunigen.
Darüber hinaus untersucht das ROWaCh-Projekt, unter welchen Voraussetzun-gen Planspiele als Instrumente einer prospektiven Gesetzesfolgenabschätzung – insbesondere zur Förderung einer Nachhaltigen Entwicklung – geeignet sind. Das Arbeitspapier reflektiert dahingehend die Planspielmethodik- und -durchführung, benennt mögliche Lerneffekte für die Beteiligten und weist auf Optimierungspotenziale für zukünftige Planspiele hin.
Göçmen Girişimciliği ve Mekânsal Aidiyet: Kayseri’deki Suriyeli Göçmen Girişimciler Örneği Üzerinden Bir Analiz / Immigrant Entrepreneurship and Spatial Belonging: An Analysis of Syrian Immigrant Entrepreneurs in Kayseri
Authors: Tekin Rümeysa
Published: November 2024

Bu çalışma, girişimcilik faaliyetini gerçekleştiren Suriyeli göçmenlerde mekânsal aidiyet duygusunun gelişim sürecini ve bu süreçte etkili olan unsurları incelemektedir. Bu kapsamda nitel araştırma yöntemiyle Kayseri ilinde Suriyeli göçmen girişimcilerin yoğun olarak yaşadığı bir mahalle olan Sahabiye Mahallesi’nde bir saha çalışması yürütülerek mahallede girişimcilik faaliyeti sürdüren 11 işletme sahibi ve mahalle muhtarı ile mülakatlar gerçekleştirilmiştir. Elde edilen bulgulara göre katılımcılar genel olarak mekânsal aidiyet duygusunu gelişmiş olarak ifade etmiş ve yer yer misafirlik hissine değinmiş, girişimcilik faaliyetinin göçmenlerde genel olarak mekânsal aidiyet duygusunu artırdığı sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Katılımcılar mahallede insan/müşteri ilişkilerine dair sıklıkla yerli ve yabancılarla karşılaştıklarını, zaman zaman yabancı düşmanlığı deneyimleyebildiklerini belirtmiştir. Katılımcıların büyük bir kısmının park, restoran, alışveriş merkezi gibi mekânları kullanımlarının iş, güvenlik veya ekonomik koşullar dolayısıyla olmadığı; Kayseri üzerine düşüncelerinde yaşam kolaylığı/sakinliğin öne çıktığı; Sahabiye Mahallesi üzerine düşüncelerinde mahallenin ticaret ve alışveriş merkezi olmasının ve yabancı yoğunluğunun öne çıktığı görülmüştür. Son olarak katılımcılar, mekânsal aidiyet duygusunun gelişmesinde etkili olan unsurlarda sosyal çevre, vatandaşlık, ekonomik koşullar, seyahat özgürlüğü, sevilmek/onurlu yaşama sahip olmak, güvenlik, sosyal imkanlar ve kalıcı hayat sürdürebilme inancını vurgulamıştır. Araştırmanın bulguları, katılımcılarda mekânsal aidiyet duygusunun genel olarak gelişmiş olmakla birlikte değişkenlik gösterebildiğini, mekânsal aidiyet duygusunun gelişiminde sosyal çevrenin etkili bir unsur olarak ön plana çıktığını ve bunun yanı sıra yasal ve ekonomik koşulların da süreçte etkili olduğunu göstermiştir. Ayrıca bulgular doğrultusunda, girişimcilik faaliyetinin göçmenlerin yeni insanlarla karşılaşmasına ve tanışmasına olanak sağladığı ve bu yolla göçmenlerde mekânsal aidiyet duygusunun gelişiminde önemli bir rol oynadığı görülmüştür.
Development and Validation of a Proposed Diagnostic Test for English Proficiency for Senior High School Learners
Authors:   Graduate School, Emilio Aguinaldo College, Manila Philippines, B. Velasco Maria Victoria
Published: November 2024

Poor English proficiency can significantly impact learners’ academic performance and future opportunities. Learners with inadequate command of the English language may have difficulty comprehending elaborated texts, articulating thoughts coherently in writing as well as joining classroom discussion. Thus, developing diagnostic tests for English proficiency is crucial as it provides a consistent and objective measure of English proficiency, allowing educators to identify areas where students might need extra help. This study aimed to develop and validate a proposed Senior High School English Proficiency Diagnostic Test. Specifically, it sought to identify its key components, and appropriate design, and determine the respondents’ evaluation of the developed diagnostic test. Utilizing the descriptive method of research, twelve Senior High School teachers in Antipolo City Senior High School teaching English subjects such as Oral Communication, English for Academic and Professional Purposes Twenty-First Century Literature, Reading and Writing, and Creative Writing served as the first group of respondents to determine the key components and design of the English Proficiency test. The second group was the experts composed of validators in Region IV-A, curriculum developers, and researcher writers who served as validators of the proposed diagnostic test. To gather data, Google Forms was used to identify key components and design of the proposed diagnostic test. To determine the evaluation and validation of the respondents on the proposed diagnostic test., DepEd’s LRMDS Evaluation Tool for new print materials were used. Findings revealed that among all the subjects, English for Academic and Professional Purposes has the greatest number of key components that need to be enhanced among Senior High School learners. Multiple choice type of test is the most appropriate design for the proposed diagnostic test. The developed proposed English Proficiency diagnostic test can be utilized at the school level as it had a very satisfactory evaluation from the respondents.
Classroom Teachers' Perspectives on New Approaches to Teaching Mathematics
Authors: Doğan Adem , Kütükçü Serap
Published: November 2024

Developments with in mathematics education, alternative and innovative learning approaches have begun to be used, creating appropriate learning environments for students to learn and do mathematics. This study aimed to explore the views of classroom teachers on new approaches to mathematics teaching. A qualitative case study design was used.The study group consisted of 35 classroom teachers. A semi-structured interview form was used to collect data. The data obtained were analyzed by content analysis. It was found that the classroom teachers most frequently used technology-enhanced mathematics teaching and problem-based mathematics teaching, while flipped learning and project-based mathematics teaching were used the least among the new approaches in mathematics teaching. It was concluded that although classroom teachers reported using new approaches to teaching mathematics in all subjects, they used them most in the subject of fractions, and the reasons for using the preferred new approaches were that they provided continuous learning and facilitated learning. According to the classroom teachers, the main difficulty in implementing new approaches is time-consuming. In addition, it was found that classroom teachers stated that the advantages of new approaches in the teaching process are that they provide continuous learning and make lessons interesting and fun and that the disadvantages are that they are time-consuming. In line with the results obtained, it is recommended that classroom teachers make more use of new approaches in mathematics teaching and that seminars be organized to support this.
Struktur Modal, Risiko Bisnis dan Kinerja Korporat: Kasus pada Perusahaan Barang Konsumsi di Bursa Efek Indonesia
Authors: Sutrisno Sutrisno
Published: November 2024

One of the company's goals is the company's survival; where to maintain survival, the company must be able to generate profits. The purpose of this study is to examine the factors that influence profitability. Factors that are suspected of influencing profitability are capital structure, business risk, asset structure, company size, and sales growth. Profitability is measured by return on assets (ROA), capital structure is measured by debt to equity ratio (DER), business risk is measured by degree of operating leverage (DOL), total assets is measured by company size, and company growth is measured by sales growth. The population in this study were consumer goods sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, with a sample of 33 companies with an observation period of 3 years. Hypothesis testing using multiple regression. The results showed that capital structure, company size, and sales growth significantly negatively affected profitability. Asset structure had a significant positive effect, and business risk had an effect on profitability.
Laba Pedagang dalam Perspektif Budaya Pasar Tradisional
Authors: Santoso Rahmat Agus
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this study is to describe the nomenclature of the meaning of the application of profit to traders viewed from a cultural perspective. This research method uses a qualitative paradigm that uses a realist ethnographic approach. Data collection uses participant observation and in-depth interviews conducted by snowball. Data validity testing uses a credibility test with member checks, transferability, and dependability. Data analysis uses the Spradley model. The results of the data analysis were found. First, the culture of 'unggah-ungguh boso' and the culture of 'ijab qobul' are caused by polite behavior. Second, honest behavior and fairness are caused by trust. More customers cause third, blessed profit and efforts to survive. Comprehensively, trust strengthens the influence of polite culture on blessed profit. These findings have practical implications for traders, highlighting the importance of cultural understanding in profit application.
Bermanfaatkan Informasi Profitabilitas, Strukture Modal dan Deviden bagi Investor?
Authors: Murtini Umi , Tiffany Tiffany
Published: November 2024

This study examines the effect of profitability and capital structure on stock prices with the dividend payout ratio as an intervening variable. The study was conducted for non-financial companies. The sampling method used purposive sampling. The research data year is 2018-1022. The test was performed using path analysis. The test results show that capital structure has a negative effect on the dividend payout ratio but does not affect stock prices. Profitability has a positive impact on the dividend payout ratio and stock prices. The dividend payout ratio has a positive effect on stock prices. The dividend payout ratio is proven to be intervening in profitability affecting stock prices, but not in capital structure affecting stock prices. It is concluded that investors need to pay attention to profitability information and dividend payout ratio information. Investors can rest assured that they can ignore capital structure because it does not affect stock prices.
The Structural and Sedimentary Evolution Characteristics of the Lhasa Basin in Xizang Autonomous Region
Authors:   China Geological Survey Military-Civilian Integration Geological Survey Center, ZHAN Chun
Published: November 2024

Abstract: The Lhasa Basin is located in the southeast segment of the Gangdise Tectonic Belt, with a unique geological environment, being a typical and common tectonic morphology in the highland areas. By studying the development and evolution characteristics of the Lhasa Basin's tectonic structure, the tectonic evolution of the Lhasa Basin from the early to middle Jurassic onwards is divided into two phases and three stages. The tectonic background of the basin's formation determines the temporal and spatial evolution process of the sedimentary basin. Through investigation and analysis of the sequence stratigraphic characteristics of the study area, the sedimentary sequences in the Lhasa Basin are divided into five sequence combinations based on their lithological association rules. The sedimentary sequence architecture of the Lhasa Basin reflects the formation and evolution process of the orogenic arc and indicates that the basin has a barrier beach sedimentary environment. The sedimentary strata in the Lhasa Basin are limited in age to the stage of convergence of the Neo-Tethyan oceanic crust; its evolution process is as follows: the main domain of the Tethyan oceanic crust moves northward and subsides, forming a Mesozoic continental volcanic arc (Ye'ba arc) during the Tethyan main domain. As the subduction continues, the Ye'ba island arc volcanic rocks are uplifted and locally exposed to erosion. Then, a large-scale marine invasion occurs, and the Lhasa Basin begins to sink and accept sedimentation relatively. During the Late Cretaceous-Early Paleogene, the subduction transformed into a collision event; during the Early Eocene, the new Tethys oceanic crust completely closed, folding sedimentary layers into mountains within the basin, thus completely sealing the Lhasa Basin.
Study on Geological Structure Characteristics and Regional Geological Development History in Central and Southern Xizang Autonomous Region
Authors:   China Geological Survey Military-Civilian Integration Geological Survey Center, ZHAN Chun , HE Tao ,   China Geological Survey Military-Civilian Integration Geological Survey Center, YANG Hu ,   China Geological Survey Military-Civilian Integration Geological Survey Center, WANG Jia ,   China Geological Survey Military-Civilian Integration Geological Survey Center, ZHANG Mingyuan, ,   China Geological Survey Military-Civilian Integration Geological Survey Center, LIANG Jun ,   China Geological Survey Military-Civilian Integration Geological Survey Center, ZHANG Tao ,   China Geological Survey Military-Civilian Integration Geological Survey Center, LI Chenyu ,   China Geological Survey Military-Civilian Integration Geological Survey Center
Published: November 2024

Based on the collection, sorting, and in-depth analysis of the relevant data from the major active tectonic belts in central and southern Xizang, the basic structural characteristics of the region are systematically summarized, and the structural units are classified in detail. At the same time, the constructional and deformation characteristics of each tectonic unit are deeply discussed, and the tectonic levels and deformation phases of this area are further defined, and the tectonic deformation sequence is established. Finally, a comprehensive and systematic exposition of the geological development history of this region since the Jurassic period is presented.
Navigating the Future: The Dual Impact of Automation on Industry Efficiency and Employment
Authors: Debabrata Das
Published: November 2024

It is difficult to say if industrial automation will benefit or hurt business and workers. We cannot fathom industrial life without automation and technology. Today, many developments are taking place in industrial sectors to increase productivity and efficiency in daily operations. Automation is crucial to the industry's ability to adapt to globalization, but it also has the potential to replace humans in the job. Therefore, this study paper attempts to focus on both the features of industry automation, including job insecurity, new task handling skills upgrading in accordance with automation requirements, and technological advances in the industrial sector. While automation can be a boon by making processes simpler, quicker, and faster with a minimal chance of death, it can also cause stress, worry, and despair, which can endanger employees' health and safety at work. Therefore, is it a curse for workers to understand the effects of automation and how industry may balance the usage of human-machine interaction for all such things? This study is crucial.
Corrosion of Surface-Treated Type 304 Stainless Steel in Alkaline Subcritical Water
Authors: Asare E.K. , Zeng Y. , Kish J.R.
Published: November 2024

Surface treatment can reduce corrosion of stainless steel in hot-pressurized (subcritical/supercritical) water and, thus is being considered to control corrosion of austenitic stainless steel Type 304 (Fe-18Cr-8Ni) for application to hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) conversion of biomass. Typical HTL conversion processes involve hot (250°C to 374°C), pressurized (4 MPa to 22 MPa) subcritical water as the conversion medium with the addition of a homogenous alkaline catalyst. The objective of this research was to determine the relative extent to which well-established surface treatments could reduce corrosion of Type 304 in simulated HTL alkaline water, with the chromia-forming Alloy 33 (Fe-33Cr-32Ni) serving as a comparative baseline. Surface treatments examined include grinding, shot peening, sandblasting, and chemical pickling. Corrosion was assessed using gravimetric measurements made after 10 d of immersion in simulated HTL alkaline water at 310°C and 10 MPa in a static autoclave test system. Analysis of the starting (preimmersion) and corroded (postimmersion) surfaces was conducted using a variety of surface characterization techniques. None of the surface treatments reduced corrosion of Type 304, relative to the mechanically-ground surface, despite achieving the desired outcomes before and during immersion. Alloy 33 is less susceptible to corrosion than Type 304 due to the formation of a more protective Cr2O3 sublayer at the oxide/metal interface.
The Effect of Managerial Skills on the Growth of Small and Medium Enterprises in Masvingo City, Zimbabwe
Authors: Jongwe Pamire , Ladzani Mmboswobeni Watson , Seeletse Solly Matshonisa
Published: November 2024

This manuscript examines the impact of managerial skills on the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Masvingo City, Zimbabwe. The research highlights the critical role that effective management plays in fostering business development and econom-ic growth. Through quantitative analysis, the study assesses various managerial competencies, including leadership, communication, in-terpersonal relations, decision-making, and delegation, and their in-fluence on the performance of SMEs. the main aim was to investi-gate the relationship between the managerial skills of business owners or managers and the performance or growth of these SMEs. The main study finding is that leadership effectiveness is closely tied to a leader's proficiency across all these areas, and that mastery of these competencies leads to better team dynamics, more thoughtful deci-sion-making, and ultimately, higher organizational performance. The main recommendation is to develop and integrate strong communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills to enhance leader-ship effectiveness and foster better team dynamics. The study concludes that the ability to balance and strengthen analytical skills, de-cision-making, delegation, communication, interpersonal relations, and leadership is essential for effective leadership and organizational success.