bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Inclusive Educational Environment of the University (Review of Foreign Research)
Authors:   Transbaikal State University, Kokhan Sergey T. , Vlasava Sviatlana V. ,   Belarusian State Medical University, Angelova Palmena ,   Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, Pavlović Slavica ,   University of Mostar
Published: August 2024

International regulations guaranteeing the right to higher education for young people with disabilities (DP) have recognized the importance of ensuring equal access based on their individual abilities. This review of foreign research reveals problems and achievements in meeting the needs of students and ensuring equal learning opportunities in higher education, regardless of the disability group and the degree of persistent impairment. The article summarizes reviews and judgments of students with disabilities about their desires, opportunities and emerging problems during their studies at the university. The purpose of the study is to substantiate the priority of the individual needs of students with disabilities when studying in an inclusive university environment. Based on the study of foreign scientific works published in accessible databases (WOS, SCOPUS and APA PsycInfo) during the period from 2018 to 2022, on various aspects of higher inclusive education (HIE), world practices and trends in this area have been analyzed. The views of scientific schools on the formation of needs and their implementation by persons with disabilities in the university environment of different countries are compared. The process of acquiring personal identity by students with disabilities depends on many social and biological factors that are reflected in the human mind and experienced by him. Awareness of existing problems and stigmatizing circumstances, development of independence and opportunities for professional growth in the process of implementing educational inclusive technologies for people with disabilities are significant elements of students’ adaptation. The main obstacles in organizing inclusive education have been identified, including physical, educational and social barriers, and a lack of infrastructure for convenient and comfortable education of persons with disabilities. The features of the inclusive education organization in a university environment are summarized and existing problems for students with special needs in foreign universities are identified. In this way the subjective well-being of students with disabilities depends on the creation of a barrier-free inclusive educational environment that meets the individual needs of students with various types of health limitations, educational tools, equal relationships in the team, a friendly and supportive social environment.
Response of Soil, Growth, and Biomass Properties of Lupin (Lupinus albus L.) to Wood ash and Sawdust
Authors: Shakir Bahaddin Shakir
Published: August 2024

Two organic carbon resources (wood ash and sawdust) were applied in the study site to assess their profound effects on soil properties and growth and biomass properties of lupin (Lupinus albus L.). Because of their contribution to improving soil structure, enhanced water-holding capacity, and increased carbon sequestration. The experiments were conducted in mid-November 2022 at Grdarasha Research Station, College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences, Salahaddin University-Erbil, Iraq. The experiment includes two organic amendments (wood ash and sawdust) as a treatment and Control.
Results showed that the application of wood ash and sawdust improved and raised the number of essential elements and heavy metals in the soil, which in turn boosted the ability of the roots
to absorb nutrients. The highest germination percentage, plant height, and leaf number were observed in the ash treatment (95.00 %, 22.00 cm, and 21.22) respectively. The great values of fresh and dry shoot weight were found in sawdust treatment 63.78 and 14 g/plant) respectively. The effects of treatments were not significant on root length and fresh and dry root weights. The final findings showed that adding various forms of organic carbon could alter the chemical characteristics of the soil. This, in turn, might have a good impact on microbes, which can subsequently help plants grow by converting, solubilizing, and mobilizing soil nutrients. Furthermore, lupin plants appeared to be a form of phytoremediation, or absorption, for certain heavy metals.
Transcriptomics and Metabolomics Analyses of Chinese Artichoke Tubers (Stachys sieboldii Miq.) during the Developmental Period
Authors: Li Guangzong , Ma Jun , Qu Ling , Du Huiying , Guo Song , Wang Zhiqiang , Liu Dunhua , Wang Xiaoya , Tan Yong , Meng Fanzheng , Ma Zhihu , Zhang Caixia , Li Cheng
Published: August 2024

Chinese Artichoke (Stachys sieboldii Miq.), an indigenous vegetable in China, is renowned for its rich nutritional content and medicinal properties. With a significant cultivation history and promising prospects, this vegetable holds great potential for further development. In this study, we investigated changes in gene expression levels and metabolite content within relevant metabolic pathways during the development of Chinese Artichoke tubers. Tubers from three different periods—S1 (6 Aug), S2 (2 Sep), and S3 (1 Oct)—served as materials for the analysis. The results revealed that differentially expressed genes and differentially accumulated metabolites were predominantly enriched in pathways associated with secondary metabolite synthesis, carbohydrate metabolism, amino acid metabolism, and lipid metabolism. These pathways are known to play significant regulatory roles in the development of Chinese Artichoke tubers. Two crucial metabolic pathways identified through a comprehensive analysis of transcriptomics and metabolomics were further investigated. The genes GOLS, STS, AGAL, and INV potentially play crucial roles in stachyose accumulation. Additionally, the genes trpB (Cluster-5100.0), GOT2 (Cluster-7051.0), and TYRAAT (Cluster-4023.14777) potentially influence the aromatic amino acid content at different developmental stages. However, the regulatory mechanisms of these genes and their relationship with metabolites require further investigation. The study findings provide a theoretical foundation for understanding the key pathways that influence the growth of Chinese Artichoke tubers, metabolic mechanisms of stachyose and amino acids, verification of gene functions, and genetic enhancement of Chinese Artichoke cultivars.
Interferometric microscale measurement of refractive index at VIS and IR wavelengths
Authors: Ryu Meguya , Varapnickas Simonas , Gailevicius Darius , Paipulas Domas , Vilardell Eulalia Puig , Khajehsaeidimahabadi Zahra , Juodkazis Saulius , Morikawa Junko , Malinauskas Mangirdas
Published: August 2024

Determination of refractive index of micro-disks of a calcinated (1100^\circ1100∘C in air) photo-resist SZ2080^\mathrm{TM}TM was carried out using transmission and reflection spectroscopy. Interference fringes at specific wavenumbers/wavelengths were selected for determination of the optical thickness, hence, the refractive index when the thickness of micro-disks was measured by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Refractive index of disks of \sim 6± 1~\mu∼6±1μm thickness were determined at visible and IR (2.5-13~\muμm) spectral ranges and where 2.2± 0.22.2±0.2 at visible and IR wavelengths. Peculiarities of optical characterisation of micro-optical structures are discussed in view of possible uncertainties in the definition of geometric parameters, shape and mass density redistribution.
EFFICACY OF TWO BIOPESTICIDES NECO 50 EC AND LIMOCIDE 60 ME ON COELAENOMENODERA LAMEENSIS (COLEOPTERA, CHRYSOMELIDAE: HISPINAE), THE MAIN PEST OF OIL PALM (DALOA, COTE DIVOIRE)
Authors:   Laboratory for Improvement of Agricultural Production, UFR-Agroforestry, University Jean Lorougnon Guede, BP 150 Daloa, Cote dIvoire., Ange Parfait N Guessan , Dje Kevin Christian Tano ,   Laboratory for Improvement of Agricultural Production, UFR-Agroforestry, University Jean Lorougnon Guede, BP 150 Daloa, Cote dIvoire., Gueu Tatiana Therese Tah ,   Laboratory for Improvement of Agricultural Production, UFR-Agroforestry, University Jean Lorougnon Guede, BP 150 Daloa, Cote dIvoire., Hassane Dao ,   Laboratory for Improvement of Agricultural Production, UFR-Agroforestry, University Jean Lorougnon Guede, BP 150 Daloa, Cote dIvoire.
Published: August 2024

Coelaenomenodera lameensis (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae, Hispinae), the leafminer of oil palm, is the most feared insect for this crop in Côte d'Ivoire. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of two biopesticides (NECO 50 EC and LIMOCIDE 60 ME) on C. lameensis adults. Trials were carried out under controlled infestation on an oil palm plot at the University Jean Lorougnon Guédé in Daloa. To assess the insecticidal effect of the products, male and female adults of C. lameensis were introduced into cages placed on palms containing palm leaflets. These adults were sprayed 48 hours later, at concentrations ranging from: 1.92×10-3 to 8.33×10-3 g/ml (NECO); from 3.58×10-4 to 1.75×10-3 g/ml (LIMOCIDE) and from 3.02×10-4 to 2.07×10-3 g/ml (Sivanto Energy, chemical reference insecticide). Controls were carried out from the 1st to the 15th day after treatment. NECO 50 EC induced maximum mortality rates of 100% (females and males) from day 4 after treatment. For LIMOCIDE, concentrations of 8.9×10-4 g/ml and 1.75×10-3 g/ml respectively induced mortality rates reaching 100%(females) on days 13 and 10 post-treatment. In males, only the 1.75×10-3 g/ml concentration produced mortality rates of 100% on day 12. In the case of Sivanto Energy, mortality rates of 100% (females and males) were recorded as early as day 2 at a concentration of 8.42×10-4 g/ml. Lethal Concentrations (LC50) were 4.96×10-3 g/ml (females) and 5.37×10-3g/ml (males) for NECO, 1.15×10-3g/ml (females) and 1.38×10-3 g/ml (males) for LIMOCIDE. These two biopesticides could be used as an alternative to the abusive use of synthetic insecticides to reduce C. lameensis damage and increase palm oil production in Côte d'Ivoire.
IMPACT OF TRAINING PROGRAM ON BIOMEDICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT ON THE KNOWLEDGEOF HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS AT A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL, HIMACHAL PRADESH
Authors:   Junior Resident, Department of Microbiology, Shri Lal Bhadur Shastri Government Medical College Mandi at Nerchowk., Rao Priyanka , A. Ganju Sunite ,   Professor and Head Department of Microbiology, Shri Lal Bhadur Shastri Government Medical College Mandi at Nerchowk., Guleria R.C ,   Associate Professor Department of Microbiology, Shri Lal Bhadur Shastri Government Medical College Mandi at Nerchowk., Chandel Lata R. ,   Assistant Professor Department of Microbiology, Shri Lal Bhadur Shastri Government Medical College Mandi at Nerchowk.
Published: August 2024

Background:Bio medical waste means any waste, generated during the diagnosis, treatment or immunisation of human beings or animals or in research or in health camps testing. The Ministry of Environment and Forest, Government of India, notified BMW management and handling rules on March 28,1998 under the Environment Protection Act, 1986.Therules were revised and published in 2016 and amendments were added in 2018 and 2019. Material and Methods: A hospital-based study was conducted to assess the impact of trainings conducted by Department of Microbiology in improving knowledge about BMWM rules at a tertiary care government hospital from August 2022 to September 2023 over a period of one year. For each training, a structured questionnaire comprising of 25 questions was constructed and an individual pre- and post-test questionnaire wasadministered to participants before and after imparting the structured training. Results:A total of 119 HCWs were imparted training. Out of all participants in the training program,36.9% were staff nurses, 26%were safaikaramchari, 16.8% were doctors, 13.4%were ward attendants, 3.3% were ward sisters and 3.3%were OTAs. The pre-and post-test scores of different groups showed a statistically significant difference in knowledge regarding BMW rules. (P < 0.05). Conclusion: We conclude that the training programs are very effective in enhancing the knowledge of participants regarding rules. So repeated training on BMWM is the only way ahead.
INTEGRATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN ADAPTIVE TRIAL DESIGNS: ENHANCING EFFICIENCY AND PATIENT-CENTRIC OUTCOMES
Authors:   Pharm. D, MS Applied Clinical Research, ACRP-CP, Quality Assurance Associate., Makutam Viswakanth , Yashashwini Achanti Sai ,   Pharm. D, MS Applied Clinical Research, ACRP-CP, Quality Assurance Associate., Doostan Marjan ,   Pharm. D, MS Applied Clinical Research, Clinical Research Coordinator.
Published: August 2024

Background: Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into adaptive trial designs represents a transformative approach in clinical research, promising enhanced efficiency and accuracy in trial outcomes. This study aims to systematically review the current landscape of AI applications in adaptive clinical trial designs. Methods: A comprehensive search was conducted across multiple databases, resulting in 6177 records initially identified. After removing duplicates and ineligible records, 1476 studies were screened. Following rigorous screening and eligibility assessment, 45 studies were included in the final review. Inclusion criteria focused on peer-reviewed articles, systematic reviews, and clinical trials discussing the role of AI in adaptive trial designs. In contrast, exclusion criteria eliminated non-relevant and low-quality studies. Results: The selected studies demonstrate that AI significantly improves adaptive trial designs through advanced data analytics, predictive modelling, and real-time decision-making. AIs integration facilitates dynamic randomization, optimised dosing strategies, and efficient patient recruitment, thereby enhancing the overall effectiveness of clinical trials. Conclusion: AI integration in adaptive trial designs offers substantial benefits regarding trial efficiency, precision, and patient outcomes. Despite existing challenges such as data quality, ethical considerations, and regulatory requirements, the findings underscore the potential for AI to revolutionise clinical trials. Future research should address these challenges to harness AIs capabilities in adaptive trial designs fully.
WHEN DO CONSUMERS RESPOND TO INDIVIDUAL NARRATIVES VERSUS THE BANDWAGON EFFECT WHEN DONATING
Authors:   The International School Bangalore, India., Venkatraman Iyer Yash , V. Wilson Annie ,   Faculty of Marketing, Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania.
Published: August 2024

Why does a consumer watching a fundraising campaign choose to donate to the charity? This study explores the science behind donor psychology and evaluates the effectiveness of two prominently used fundraising tactics: individual narratives and the bandwagon effect. The research paper uses a combination of fieldwork and scientific research to examine how these approaches influence behaviour in males and females differently and identify the interplay between empathy, social conformity and donor demographics. The paper addresses the common and optimal approach to utilise a strategic combination of the tactics to maximise impact and explores the potential of data-driven fundraising. This research offers valuable insights for emerging or established charities that seek to better support their activities with donations and cultivate a sustainable future for giving in the world.
EFFECT OF DIETARY CRUDE PROTEIN ON AMMONIA EMISSION, BLOOD PROFILE AND PRODUCTION PERFORMANCE OF BROILER CHICKENS
Authors:   Department of Animal Nutrition, Genetics and Breeding, Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh., Hossain M.M. , Hossain M.I. ,   Department of Animal Nutrition, Genetics and Breeding, Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh., Sultan T. ,   Department of Animal Nutrition, Genetics and Breeding, Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh., Asad L.Y. ,   Department of Animal Nutrition, Genetics and Breeding, Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh.
Published: August 2024

The study investigates the relationship between dietary factors, ammonia emission, blood profile, and overall production performance in broiler chickens to optimize efficiency and meet the global demand for chicken meat. A total of 234 Day-Old Lohman Meat broiler chicks were randomly divided into three dietary treatments: high CP (23% in starter, 22% in grower), medium CP (21% in starter, 20% in grower), and low CP (19% in starter, 18% in grower) with three replicates per treatment and 26 birds in each replicate. The results showed significant differences in body weight gain and feed consumption but not in feed conversion ratio over four weeks, with the low CP group exhibiting the lowest ammonia emissions. The dressing percentage and carcass weight, except for thigh weight, varied significantly (PË‚0.05) among treatments, with the high CP group exhibiting the highest weights in the breast, wing, back, and drumstick. Blood parameters, including haemoglobin, WBC, RBC, neutrophils, and lymphocytes were affected but no significant differences (PËƒ0.05) were observed in platelet count, monocyte count, eosinophil count, PCV and MCV across treatments. The economic impact analysis showed significant differences (PË‚0.05) in total expenditure and receipts per bird, with the high CP group showing higher values. However, no significant variations (PËƒ0.05) in profit per bird or benefit-cost ratio were observed among the treatments. To maximize benefits from dietary crude protein utilization and reduce ammonia levels, broilers can be fed diets with lower crude protein content, specifically 19% in starter and 18% in grower stages.
CAMPUS ONLINE FOOD ORDERING SYSTEM USING CHATBOT IN UNIVERSITI SAINS ISLAM MALAYSIA
Authors:   Pusat Tamhidi, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), 71800 Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia., Ilyana Ismarau Tajuddin Nur , AziyatulIzni Nor ,   Centre of Foundation Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Selangor, Kampus Dengkil, 43800 Dengkil, Selangor, Malaysia., Mohd Ali Aeshah ,   Department of Marketing, Faculty of Business and Management, UCSI University, 56000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia., Haron Nurfaradilla ,   Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia., Asiah Mahmood Nor ,   College of Business Administration, Prince Sultan University, 66833 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia., Mohd Nor Nurafifah ,   Pusat Tamhidi, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), 71800 Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia., Aimy Atiqah Abd Razak Nurul ,   Pusat Tamhidi, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), 71800 Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia.
Published: August 2024

Nowadays, people prefer to order food online since it is more convenient, especially university students who typically have a full schedule of assignments, courses, and club activities. Customers will find that placing their orders online and picking them up at the stand will be the most convenient and time-saving option. The aim of this study is to developed a campus-wide online food ordering system using a chatbot called FoodieRunBot that delivers food orders to faculty, staff, and students at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM). In order to save time and effort, customer service needs to be automated. Throughout the shopping process, this chatbot might help the customer. FoodieRunOwner was created in order to assist stall owners in viewing and deleting orders from their stalls. The waterfall method is being used for this project to ensure sure the system development goes according to schedule and without hiccups. The four basic phases in this methodology are planning, requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance. Additionally, it helps entrepreneurs in USIM with better system-wide revenue development, customer engagement, and product promotion. Students at USIM were given a Google Form survey to complete in order to evaluate the system using the user acceptance test methodology. The results show that the system function has fully achieved all of its goals and specifications. Most of them agree that all of the issues associated with conventional ordering systems in USIM have been fixed with FoodieRunBot.
Why researchers work in management schools: A comparative study of motivation and job satisfaction in France and Norway
Authors: Goncharuk Anatoliy , Vinot Didier
Published: August 2024

If any country is interested in high scientific results, it should have highly motivated and satisfied researchers. The purpose of this study is to establish the national characteristics and differences in motivation and job satisfaction of researchers in two developed European countries – France and Norway. The management schools of French and Norwegian universities were chosen for this study. A five-stage research methodology, including surveys, in-depth interviews, and statistical testing, was used to test four hypotheses. According to the vast majority (16 out of 20) of motivators considered, the average scores in Norway are higher than in France. Only four motivators are exceptions, namely challenging work, interesting work, job security, and social benefits, for which the French are somewhat better motivated. In general, French researchers have lower job satisfaction than their Norwegian colleagues. The only exception is the dissatisfaction of Norwegian senior researchers with their professional learning conditions. The considered case study proves that each European country, having its own system of incentives and working conditions, provides different levels of satisfaction for different researchers working there. The results will allow one to improve national incentive systems by benchmarking and adopting best practices within the continent.
AcknowledgmentsThe authors acknowledge: the COST Action CA19117 – Researcher Mental Health (ReMO) for short-term scientific mission grant and supporting this study; academic staff of observed universities for participating in the survey; and the Hauge School of Management of the NLA University College (Kristiansand, Norway) for supporting this publication.
Automated system for determining particle size by moisture weight loss
Authors: Castañeda Miranda Alejandro , Castaño Víctor M.
Published: August 2024

An alternative method to determine the average particle size of suspensions, from the loss of moisture as function of the time is presented. Consequently, the novelty of the method consists of determining the particle size through weight loss. According to this definition, these bulk variations are collected, by controlling at the same time, parameters as the relative dampness of the chambers and the temperature of the samples under analysis. Additionally, the data are processed in the time domain and Fourier-analyzed to obtain the average particle size. Statistically, the method was calibrated through the comparison with samples previously characterized by transmission electron microscopy, by using polymer latex dispersed in water with an average particle size of 24, 44, 74 and 105 µm.
Blasting safety criterion of existing high speed railway tunnel over tunnel
Authors: Cao Haiqing , Wang Dianyong , Guo Junfeng , Zhang Qiao , Wu Tingyao
Published: August 2024

Drilling and blasting method is still an important method in the current tunnel excavation construction. Controlling the vibration effect of blasting during construction and its influence on the upper span tunnel is the key problem in tunnel construction. Based on Chongqing Science City tunnel excavation blasting project, combined with the tunnel blasting vibration monitoring and testing, this paper analyzes the propagation attenuation law of tunnel blasting vibration along the rock mass, and studies the load characteristics of the explosion stress wave propagating to the existing high-speed railway tunnel. Considering the influence of the buried depth of the blasting source, a mathematical prediction model of the attenuation law of the upper span existing high-speed railway tunnel caused by tunnel blasting is established. Based on the dynamic finite element numerical calculation method, the influence of blasting vibration on the structure of the existing high-speed railway tunnel under construction is analyzed, and the propagation and attenuation law of blasting vibration along the tunnel contour is studied. Based on the ultimate tensile stress criterion, the ultimate shear stress criterion and the Mohr criterion, and compared with the results obtained from the numerical simulation, the blasting safety criterion model of the existing high-speed railway tunnel over the tunnel is established.
Fluctuating Fund-Balance System as Control of Petty Cash Disbursements Based on Accounting Information System
Authors: Rohim Nadhira Irfanaja , Wijaya Raden Muhammad Syah Arief Atmaja
Published: August 2024

This research aims to describe the importance of accounting information systems in controlling the petty cash disbursements of hotel companies. This research method uses a descriptive qualitative approach. The location of this research is Hotel X, a three-star hotel in Surabaya. Data collection methods in this research used interviews, observation, and documentation. The research data analysis technique consists of stages of data collection, data presentation, data reduction, verification, and conclusion. The accounting information system at Hotel X implements two systems for controlling petty cash disbursements based on the petty cash fund holder, namely petty cash disbursements by the front office petty cash fund holder and petty cash disbursements by the general cashier petty cash fund holder. The fluctuating fund-balance system provides a well-structured system for hotel companies to control petty cash disbursements. The implications of this research, regarding the fluctuating fund-balance system in controlling petty cash disbursements, can influence business actors in making it easier to record transactions more accurately and transparently. The limitations of this research lie in the location of the research conducted at a three-star hotel company, making it possible to have differences in systems that exist in other star hotel companies.
Dampak Kompleksitas Implementasi PSAK 72 di Indonesia
Authors: Florensia Rachel , K Purba Golrida
Published: August 2024

This study aims to explain the resistance of companies to PSAK 72 in Indonesia by testing the relevance of profit and Earning per Share (EPS) and Book Value per Share (BVPS) in relation to the implementation of PSAK 72. The research sample is companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange selected using the purposive method and resulting in 1992 research observations. The paired sample t-test and regression methods are used to analyze the relevance of accounting information on the value of Earning per Share (EPS) and Book Value per Share (BVPS) to stock prices in the period before and after the implementation of PSAK 72. To obtain confidence in the impact of PSAK 72 on changes in the relevance of accounting information on value, an interaction test of PSAK 72 with EPS and BVPS was conducted in a regression model. The results of the study indicate a decrease in the relevance of profit and EPS value and BVPS caused by PSAK 72. The results of this study provide input for the Indonesian Financial Accounting Standards Board in evaluating the implementation of PSAK 72 and taking actions for long-term anticipation. Further research is expected to conduct post-implementation observations of PSAK 72 over a longer period of time to obtain more generalizable conclusions regarding the quality of PSAK 72 as an accounting regulation.
A segmented trial-and-error algorithm for optimized operation of water storage projects
Authors: Jin Xinya , Zhou Hailong , Yao Yuelai , Luo Tangsong , Zhang Yu
Published: August 2024

Mathematical programming methods and modern intelligent algorithms are used to solve the optimized operation models of water storage projects. Classical mathematical programming methods are prone to the curse of dimensionality when the size of the system increases. Intelligent algorithms improve the computational efficiency to a certain extent, but still suffer from defects such as unstable optimized solutions and easy to fall into local optimizers. In this article, a segmented trial-and-error algorithm is proposed to obtain the global optimizer while considering computational efficiency. First, a water balance constraint is introduced into the objective function and a Lagrangian function is constructed to derive the ideal optimizer. Constraints are then gradually introduced and the optimized model is solved by iterative trial-and-error calculations. By approximating the ideal optimizer by segments in this way, the global optimizer is finally obtained. Numerical experiments were carried out in a water supply reservoir. The results show that the segmented trial-and-error algorithm can obtain the global optimizers in different situations with objective functions that are 0.0028–0.0076 lower than those of the genetic algorithm, implying less and more uniform water shortages. The segmented trial-and-error algorithm requires less than 1% of the computational time of the dynamic programming.
Enhanced hydrological drought prediction in the Gediz Basin: integrating meteorological drought via hybrid wavelet-machine learning-random oversampling models using
Authors: Taylan Emine Dilek
Published: August 2024

In study, meteorological drought ​​was used to estimate the potential hydrological drought that may occur in the Gediz Basin of Turkey. For this purpose, the most effective stream flow gauging station was determined by looking at the correlation values ​​between the meteorological data obtained from the Uşak meteorological station. SPEI values ​​for meteorological drought and SRI values ​​for hydrological drought are calculated for 3-, 6-, 9-, and 12-month periods. Correlation matrices were created between meteorological drought inputs from SPEI(t) to SPEI(t-12) and SRI(t) for use in hydrological drought models for 3-, 6-, 9- and 12-month periods. ML models were developed considering correlation matrices and it was seen that ML model results were not sufficient. For this reason, W-ML models were developed by applying DWT and Optuna hyperparameter analysis. It has been observed that the performance of W-ML models increases. Random oversampling (ROS), which has never been used in drought modeling, was then applied to W-ML models. W-ML-ROS model obtained an R2 value of 0.999 for testing set in 12-month period. Similarly, R2 values ​​for SRI3, SRI6 and SRI9 were obtained as 0.893, 0.851, and 0.940, respectively. Results showed that W-ML-ROS hybrid models can be used to predict hydrological drought from meteorological drought.
Utilizing machine learning techniques for enhanced water quality monitoring
Authors: Özsert Yiğit Gözde , Baransel Cesur
Published: August 2024

Water quality is an important issue for environmental health. It directly impacts human well-being, ecosystem sustainability and socioeconomic development. This paper provides an overview for water quality assesment by integrating traditional methods with computational technology. Dimensionality reduction is considered an essential preprocessing step in any data analysis task which can be performed by using either feature selection or feature extraction methods. In this study, we propose an autoencoder-based feature selection method that can be used with both labeled and unlabeled data. It can be implemented with an arbitrary number of hidden layers in the symmetric encoder part of the autoencoder and provides results that compare favorably with the results provided by computationally more expensive methods and also provides a quantitatively ordered rank of features for the features in the dataset. Also, our proposed method for water quality assessment has demonstrated remarkable success in efficiently managing and interpreting complex datasets, offering a promising pathway toward effective environmental stewardship and sustainable water resource management. Through its implementation, we aim to contribute to the preservation and protection of water quality for the benefit of present and future generations.
Un otro horroroso: imaginarios sociales sobre el inmigrante venezolano en las audiencias de la prensa online chilena
Authors: Navarro-Conticello Jose
Published: August 2024

El objetivo del estudio es analizar el discurso de las audiencias del diario online chileno Emol sobre la inmigración venezolana para identificar los imaginarios sociales del y de la inmigrante de origen venezolano que este discurso reproduce e interpretarlos críticamente en el marco de los procesos sociohistóricos de formación de alteridad y de colonialidad en Chile. A través de Atlas.ti se aplicó un análisis de contenido cualitativo a los comentarios de lectores y lectoras en todos los artículos periodísticos sobre inmigrantes de origen venezolano publicados en Emol del 30 de diciembre de 2021 al 30 de diciembre de 2022 (n = 1 796). Se identificaron 34 imaginarios que proyectan una visión negativa de la y del inmigrante de origen venezolano. El inmigrante venezolano es percibido como un agente favorecido por el poder, horroroso o despreciable, criminal, que debe ser expulsado. La inmigrante venezolana es caracterizada como voluptuosa, bella e interesada.
Ecological Footprint and Digital Technologies in Asian Countries
Authors: Dubinina M. G.
Published: August 2024

The purpose of the study is to identify the impact of information and communication technologies and measures taken by telecommunications companies in China, Japan and South Korea on the environment of these countries.Materials and methods. Indexes of the ecological footprint (based on the Global Footprint Network data) and greenhouse gas emissions (based on the International Energy Agency data) for these countries are used as a measure of environmental assessment. Based on the Sustainability Reports of telecommunication companies in these countries (China Mobile, SK Telekom, KDDI and others), their strategies for environmental protection and achieving a zero carbon footprint are examined. The impact of information and communication technologies is assessed using indexes of the number of Internet users, fixed Internet access, mobile communications users per 100 people of the country’s population, the share of ICT goods and services in the total exports and imports of countries, as well as the growth index of IT investments in the private sector for Japan. For each country, a correlation matrix was constructed depending on the level of the logarithm of the ecological footprint (Y) on the logarithms of the listed indexes; the factors that most influence Y and are not multicollinear were selected. Based on the selected indexes, multiple regression models were developed for each country and their parameters were assessed.Results. For China and South Korea, a positive elasticity of the ecological footprint was obtained for the number of mobile phone users (for China) and fixed broadband Internet access (for South Korea). In addition, the import of ICT goods into a country reduces its environmental footprint, and the export of ICT services from the country leads to an increase in the index. For Japan, negative elasticities of the ICT sector indexes for the country’s ecological footprint were obtained, which is associated with measures taken by telecommunication companies to reduce their own consumption of electricity and other resources, as well as the widespread use of digital technologies for energy saving in other sectors of the Japanese economy.Conclusion. For China and South Korea, significant dependences of the country’s ecological footprint on the spread of digital technologies were obtained, and their diffusion entails an increase in the index. While this impact is not very large, the widespread adoption of 5G mobile communications in these countries should be taken into account, which could significantly increase the share of the ICT sector in the countries’ environmental footprint. At the same time, Japanese telecommunication companies are promoting environmental protection
Application of Economic and Statistical Methods to Improve the Efficiency of Cinemas under Sanctions Conditions
Authors: Konyukova O. G. , Lukash A. N.
Published: August 2024

The relevance of the study involves the regular collection and accumulation of statistical data from commercial organizations engaged in activities in the field of film demonstration; their study and synthesis help to examine the work of business entities from different angles and draw appropriate conclusions. Using reliable information for a specific period of time, it is necessary to carry out calculations according to the necessary indexes for its further interpretation into scientific language. Without a detailed analysis of the current activities of the organizations under study, the risks of approving incorrect financial, investment, marketing, personnel and research policies towards economic recession and crisis increase, which can turn out negatively for both business owners and counterparties. In order to prevent such situations, it is necessary to constantly carry out calculations using economic and statistical methods and identify general trends in performance indexes.Purpose of the study. Study of the activities of LLC “Meridian” for the period 2018 – 2022 using statistical indexes and financial analysis parameters. Finding and interpreting each obtained value, describing the causes and consequences of external factors, as well as presenting a detailed forecast of the organization’s level of profitability for the coming years. Reflection of the obtained numerical values in tabular and graphical forms for the purpose of their use by internal and external stakeholders to make various kinds of decisions.Materials and methods. The research materials included regulatory documents, scientific publications of Russian and foreign authors, and accounting (financial) reporting data. The scientific article used the main research methods: monographic, comparative analysis, classification and generalization. The main methods of statistical and economic analysis were descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, regression analysis, time series analysis, etcResults. The practical application of statistical quantities and their significance is justified, as well as examples of their derivation using the Microsoft Excel package are demonstrated and Libre Office Tables (Calc) are considered as an alternative to this program. These calculations allow you to prevent negative financial situations, instantly respond to the changing internal and external environment of commercial activity and establish guidelines for increasing the efficiency of your activities.Conclusion. Based on the results of the conducted research on the text of the scientific article, recommendations are given to improve the efficiency of the cinema in question under sanctions conditions
A competência crítica em informação na era da pós-verdade
Authors: Soares Thiago , Prado Marcos Aparecido Rodrigues do , Llarena Rosilene Agapito da Silva
Published: August 2024

Este estudo explora a importância da competência crítica em informação e sua relação com a ética na sociedade contemporânea. Inicialmente, destaca-se a relevância da ética na determinação das ciências a serem estudadas e na formação de cidadãos críticos e éticos. O objetivo principal do trabalho é discutir como a competência crítica em informação pode contribuir para o desenvolvimento de profissionais da Ciência da Informação preparados para os desafios da era da informação. A metodologia adotada na pesquisa consistiu em uma análise conceitual, baseada em teorias da ética, ciência da informação e educação. Autores como Aristóteles, Ramonet, Elmborg e outros foram consultados para embasar as reflexões apresentadas no artigo. Os resultados apontam para a necessidade de ampliar os estudos e práticas relacionadas à competência crítica em informação, visando formar cidadãos capazes de atuar de forma consciente na sociedade da informação. Conclui-se que a competência crítica em informação é essencial para a construção de uma sociedade mais justa, equitativa e democrática, destacando a importância do desenvolvimento de profissionais da Ciência da Informação comprometidos com valores éticos e sociais.
Crowe's Fraud Pentagon Theory Review Of Fraudulent Financial Statements With Audit Committee Moderation
Authors: Wulan Retnowati  , T Sutrisno , Saraswati Erwin , Andayani Wuryan
Published: August 2024

Purpose—This study aims to analyze the Pentagon fraud theory for detecting fraud in financial statements, with the audit committee as a moderating variable.
Design/methodology/approach — This study's population is manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2018-2020. The research sample is 198, comprising 66 company annual reports for three years. The analysis technique used in this study is multiple linear regression and uses the MRA (Moderating Regression Analysis) method through IBM SPSS version 26 software.
Findings—The results showed that the variables of pressure and arrogance influenced fraud in financial statements, while the variables of opportunity, rationalization, and competence did not. The pressure and opportunity variables affect fraud in financial statements after being moderated by the audit committee variable, while the rationalization, competency, and arrogance variables have no effect.
Practical implications — Practical benefits for stakeholders as a source of information regarding factors that can be detected as a cause of fraud in financial statements. That is expected to avoid or minimize fraud and fraudulent financial statements, which can later develop and harm many parties, especially business people.
Originality/value — The difference between this study and previous research lies in using variables, research objects, research periods, and measurements that previous researchers have not carried out.
Paper type — Research paper
Analyzing the Impact of Economic Performance on the Interplay between Financial Management Strategies and Profitability in the Iraqi Context
Authors: AL-Hashimy Hisham Noori Hussain , Jinfang Yao
Published: August 2024

Purpose - This study examines how economic performance affects financial management approaches and profitability in Iraq's construction business. This research examines how financial management strategies affect profitability and economic success.
Design/Methodology/Approach—Construction project and site managers in Iraq were surveyed online for the study. Given the scope and magnitude of the research, this study's 85.3% response rate is impressive. In-depth statistical analysis was performed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM), which examined economic performance, financial management, and profitability.
Findings - The instance indicates that the lack of organization-wide integrated systems, common across enterprises, contributes to this problem. The major issue is that the organization's information systems strategy never expressly prioritizes KM-enabling schemes.
Practical Implications—The study's conclusions have major practical ramifications. Iraqi enterprises should prioritize resource optimization, cost control, and strategic financial planning to improve economic performance. In addition, governments should promote building projects through incentives, subsidies, and tax policies that boost economic productivity and profitability. These policies are available here.
Originality/Value—This study adds to the literature by stressing economic performance as a mediator between financial management methods and profitability in Iraq's construction sector. It examines the dynamics of this link in Iraq's building sector. With the new data, firms may improve financial performance by making informed judgments and using efficient financial management procedures.
ANALISIS PENGARUH INFLASI, UPAH MINIMUM, DAN ANGKA HARAPAN HIDUP TERHADAP TINGKAT PENGANGGURAN TERBUKA DI KABUPATEN/KOTA PROVINSI BANTEN TAHUN 2008-2020
Authors: Novella Luckytha Putri  , Muljaningsih Sri
Published: August 2024

One of the problems that often occurs in developing countries is the high rate of open unemployment, this can be caused by several factors, including due to the fact that the wages provided are not able to attract the interest of the workforce to work in the formal sector, as well as the impact of poor health levels resulting in inadequate optimal effort given by HR in work. In addition to these two factors, too high inflation also had an impact on hampering the absorption of the labor force. Therefore, one of the policies implemented by the Banten provincial government is to gradually increase the minimum wage to increase the interest of the workforce so they can work in the formal sector. This study aims to determine the effect of inflation, minimum wages and life expectancy on the open unemployment rate in districts/cities, Banten Province in 2008-2020. The method used in this study is a quantitative approach using secondary data in the form of district/city panel power in Banten Province in 2008-2020, to be further analyzed using panel regression through the Eviews application version 9. The results in this study indicate that inflation has a negative effect but not significant to the open unemployment rate, the minimum wage has a negative and significant effect on the open unemployment rate and life expectancy has a negative and significant effect on the open unemployment rate and inflation, the minimum wage and life expectancy have a significant effect simultaneously or together - the same as the open unemployment rate in the Regency/City of Banten Province.
ANALISIS PENGARUH SEKTOR INFORMAL, PRODUK DOMESTIK REGIONAL BRUTO, INDEKS PEMBANGUNAN MANUSIA, DAN UPAH TERHADAP TINGKAT PARTISIPASI ANGKATAN KERJA DI JAWA TIMUR TAHUN 2018-2021
Authors: Dika Pramana Aditiya  , Wildana Muhammad Dandy Alif
Published: August 2024

East Java is one of the densely-populated provinces in Indonesia. its population is dominated by working age, and indirectly will affect the amount of workforce, and this will cause problems in employment. This research aims to see the effect of informal sectors, regional gross domestic product, human development index, and wages towards workforce participation in East Java Province. Analysis employed in this research is panel data regression. Results show that every variable shows different results towards workforce participation. Informal sector and wages variables are significant, meanwhile regional gross domestic product and human development index variables are insignificant.
PENGARUH KOMPENSASI DAN LINGKUNGAN KERJA TERHADAP LOYALITAS KARYAWAN
Authors: Pratama Rizqi Yoga , Armanu Armanu
Published: August 2024

This research aims to analyze the effect of compensation and work environment on employee loyalty at PT XYZ. The type of research is explanatory research with a quantitative approach. Respondents used in this research as many as 54 people using the entire population. The data technique uses a questionnaire which is measured by a Likert scale. Data analysis in this reasearch used multiple linear regression analysis with SPSS software version 20. In this research, the hypothesis was tested using the t test. The results of hypothesis testing indicate that the variables of compensation and work environment have a partial effect on employee loyalty. In addition, the results of the study show that compensation and work environment have a simultaneous effect on employee loyalty of PT XYZ.