bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Glutathione
Authors: Gandhi Guneet , Malhotra S.K. , Kaur Tejinder , Tyagi Shashank , Bassan R.L.
Published: April 2024

Glutathione is a thiol-containing tripeptide which is considered as a master antioxidant. Found naturally in fresh leafy vegetables, fruits, and nuts, commercially available preparations of glutathione have been found to be useful in number of medical conditions such as central nervous system disorders, autism, cardiovascular system disorders, peripheral vascular disorders, diabetes and its complications, liver disease, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome/human immunodeficiency virus, and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases. With regards to the dermatologic disorders, some studies have highlighted the role of glutathione as a skin-lightening agent. The studies on use in other diseases such as psoriasis, pemphigus vulgaris, acne vulgaris, rosacea, etc., are limited and need to be explored more. Glutathione is available as oral preparations (pills, sublingual tablets, solutions, syrups, and sprays), parenteral forms (intravenous [IV] preparations), topical formulations (creams, soaps, and facewashes). The major drawback of oral form of glutathione is its low bioavailability in humans. To overcome this drawback, sublingual tablets and oral liposomal glutathione have been made available. However, the number of studies evaluating its efficacy and safety are less in number. This review article has been written to highlight the role of glutathione in various dermatologic disorders apart from skin-lightening agent.
Zosteriform speckled lentiginous nevus with bilateral segmental neurofibromatosis
Authors: Supekar Bhagyashree B. , Wankhade Vaishali H. , Chopkar Apoorva D. , Singh Rajesh P. , Bhat Dharitri
Published: April 2024

Bilateral segmental neurofibromatosis is a nonfamilial variant of neurofibromatosis without any systemic involvement. Speckled lentiginous nevus (SLN) is a pigmented, light brown to tan patch of varied diameter, speckled with smaller, darker colored macules or papules. SLN has been reported in association with bilateral nevus of Ito, blue nevus, centrofacial lentiginosis, and nevus sebaceous. Its association with bilateral segmental neurofibromatosis has been rarely reported in the literature. We report a rare co-existence of zosteriform nevus spilus with bilateral segmental neurofibromatosis, diagnosed on the basis of clinico-dermoscopic-histopathological features, in a 25-year-old female.
A Curious Case of Hyperpigmented Macules with Inducible Wheals
Authors: Deoghare Shreya , Kumar Ajay , Pol Devayani , Singh Deora Mahendra
Published: April 2024

A provisional diagnosis of urticaria pigmentosa was revised to lichen planus pigmentosus with dermatographism, after histopathologic examination of specimen from hyperpigmented patch. It is important to keep differential diagnosis of inducible wheals while making a diagnosis.
Relevance of tongue types and depth of the retromylohyoid fossa in fabrication of mandibular removable dentures - A clinical study
Authors: Rastogi Isha
Published: April 2024

Background:

Successful denture fitting depends on three key factors: retention, stability, and support. While creating a denture for the upper jaw is relatively easy, the lower jaw presents more challenges due to greater issues with retention and stability. This is because dentures tend to move around relative to the underlying bone during use. To address this problem, a customized tool (an impression and cast) was used in a study to measure the depth of the retromylohyoid fossa.

Purpose:

The purpose of this study was to analyze the type of tongue and depth of the retromylohyoid fossa using an impression and cast.

Materials and Methods:

This study was conducted in the department of prosthodontics, where all patients received regular check-ups and dental treatments. The retromylohyoid fossa(extension) and tongue were examined in a sample of 500 patients aged between 20 and 50 years, and impressions were taken.

Results:

The measurements were recorded, and the depth of the retromylohyoid fossa was assessed. The tongue was also studied.

Conclusion:

This retromylohyoid fossa and tongue are a suspense itself, and our method is just a suggestion for the mandibular denture prosthesis success.
Comparison of three supraglottic airway devices for blind tracheal intubation by novice practitioners: A randomized manikin study
Authors: Sonmez Osman , Colak Nese , Bayram Basak , Kara Suleyman Gokhan , Halac Sebnem Sakar
Published: April 2024

OBJECTIVES:

Supraglottic airway (SGA) devices are good alternatives for failed intubations or difficult airways. The aim of our study was to compare the success of intubation with SGA devices such as LMA Fastrach® (LMA Fastrach), Ambu Aura-i® (Aura-i), and Cookgas Air-Q® (Air-Q) in an airway manikin by novice practitioners.

METHODS:

This study was conducted in a randomized crossover design using a manikin model. Following training on the equipment used, 36 6th-year medical students were randomized into six groups. Participants performed three stages of intubation as follows: the first stage (1S) as SGA insertion, the second stage (2S) as intubation through the SGA, and the third stage (3S) as the removal of the SGA over the intubation tube. The primary outcomes were intubation success and duration.

RESULTS:

The successful intubation rate (Stage 1S + 2S + 3S) was 100% for LMA Fastrach and Air-Q and 83.3% for Aura-i (P = 0.002). The median time to intubation was 54.4 s, 55.8 s, and 58.7 s for LMA Fastrach, Aura-i, and Air-Q, respectively (P = 0.794).

CONCLUSION:

Our study shows that novice practitioners can proficiently utilize LMA Fastrach, Air-Q, and Aura-i as SGAs in airway management. LMA Fastrach and Air-Q are more successful for endotracheal intubation than Aura-i. While the successful intubation time with SGA is similar for all three devices, the successful SGA insertion time is shorter with LMA Fastrach and Aura-i compared to Air-Q. Practitioners preferred LMA Fastrach and Air-Q more than Aura-i.
Outcome of early emergency intubation and early emergency dialysis in deliberate self-harm with formic acid in a tertiary care center in South India: A retrospective cohort study
Authors: Balasubramanian Rahul , Maprani Jobin Jose , Paulson Sandra , Suresh G , Ayyan S Manu , Vimal Rohan K
Published: April 2024

OBJECTIVE:

The objective is to evaluate the outcome of early emergency intubation and early dialysis in formic acid (FA) poisoning and to determine the clinical features associated with its mortality.

METHODS:

It is a retrospective cohort study of 78 patients who presented to the emergency medicine department from July 2008 to June 2015 with alleged history and clinical features of FA poisoning. The outcome of early intubation and early dialysis was studied in terms of 7-day and 30-day mortality. The outcome was compared in severe and not severe groups separately. Severity was graded according to Med-Tu chart used for corrosive poisoning.

RESULTS:

In the severe group (n = 53), early dialysis was done in 15 patients. There was 53% (n = 8) 30-day mortality. In the group where early dialysis was not done there was a significant increase in mortality 92.1% (n = 35). This was statistically significant with a P = 0.003. In a similar fashion 7-day mortality was analyzed in the severe group where mortality was higher when early dialysis was not done. In not severe group early dialysis has minimally decreased the mortality. Early intubation in severe group did not demonstrate any mortality benefit. Patients who were intubated early and not intubated early had equally high mortality. In not severe group, intubation could not make any significant difference in mortality.

CONCLUSION:

In this retrospective study, we observed that early dialysis in the severe group has a better outcome in terms of 7-day and 30-day mortality.
Optimization design of heliostat field based on high-dimensional particle swarm and multiple population genetic algorithms
Authors: Huang Yiwen
Published: April 2024

INTRODUCTION: Tower-type heliostat field is a new type of energy conversion, which has the advantages of high energy efficiency, flexibility and sustainability and environmental friendliness.
OBJECTIVES: Through the research and improvement of the tower heliostat field to promote the development of solar energy utilization technology.
METHODS: In this paper, we calculate and optimize the tower heliostat field by using single objective optimization, high-dimensional particle swarm algorithm and multiple group genetic algorithm.
RESULTS: In this case of question setting, average annual optical efficiency is 0.6696; average annual cosine efficiency is 0.7564; annual average shadow occlusion efficiency is 0.9766; average annual truncation efficiency is 0.9975; average annual output thermal power is 35539.1747W; mean annual output thermal power per unit area is 0.5657W.The optimal solution after the initial optimization of the algorithm is that the total number of mirror fields is 6,384 pieces, and the average annual output power per unit area is 530.6W.
CONCLUSION: The model of this paper can reasonably solve the problem and has strong practicability and high efficiency, but high dimensional particle swarm algorithm due to easily get local optimal solution, so can introduce the chaotic mapping to increase the randomness of the search space, improve the global search ability of the algorithm.
Fell’s absorption principle for semigroup operator algebras
Authors: Katsoulis Elias G.
Published: April 2024

Fell’s absorption principle states that the left regular representation of a group absorbs any unitary representation of the group when tensored with it. In a weakened form, this result carries over to the left regular representation of a right LCM submonoid of a group and its Nica-covariant isometric representations but it fails if the semigroup does not satisfy independence. In this paper, we explain how to extend Fell’s absorption principle to an arbitrary submonoid

P

of a group

G

by using an enhanced version of the left regular representation. Li’s semigroup

\mathrm{C}^{*}

-algebra

\mathrm{C}^{*}_{s}(P)

and its representations appear naturally in our context. Using the enhanced left regular representation, we not only provide a very concrete presentation for the reduced object for

\mathrm{C}^{*}_{s}(P)

but we also resolve open problems and obtain very transparent proofs of earlier results. In particular, we address the non-selfadjoint theory and we show that the non-selfadjoint object attached to the enhanced left regular representation coincides with that of the left regular representation. We obtain a non-selfadjoint version of Fell’s absorption principle involving the tensor algebra of a semigroup and we use it to improve recent results of Clouâtre and Dor-On on the residual finite dimensionality of certain

\mathrm{C}^{*}

-algebras associated with such tensor algebras. As another application, we give yet another proof for the existence of a

\mathrm{C}^{*}

-algebra which is co-universal for equivariant, Li-covariant representations of a submonoid

P

of a group

G

.
Educators in Transition: A Case Study on the Challenges and Adaptations during Rationalisation and Redeployment
Authors: Rapeta Joseph
Published: April 2024

Rationalisation and redeployment of educators is a problem in South African schools and internationally. The purpose of this article is to explore the challenges and adaptations of educators during rationalisation and redeployment in public schools in Limpopo Province, South Africa. The argument is that the criteria used to declare educators redundant are not consistent. A qualitative instrumental case study was applied using social constructivism as a theoretical base. Interviews with six redeployed educators were conducted. Purposive snowball sampling was used to identify and recruit participants. Permission to conduct this study was granted by the Limpopo Department of Education. Data were coded and analysed by qualitative content analysis. Empirical data revealed that educators do not like redeployment. Educators who are declared redundant choose to resign rather than face redeployment. It can be concluded that educators face a dilemma related to rationalisation and redeployment which makes them fearful and resistant to the process. Education authorities should, thus, ensure that decision-making processes are transparent and inclusive, and should provide professional development and support to educators undergoing redeployment and rationalisation to ensure equitable and successful transitions.
EKSISTENSI SIDANG VIRTUAL ONLINE MENURUT KACAMATA HUKUM PIDANA DI INDONESIA
Authors: Sitompul Herman
Published: April 2024

Indonesia is a rule of law, where the laws and regulations put forward by Hans Kelsen, namely the theory of legal levels (Stufentheorie). This theory emphasizes that in the hierarchy of existing laws and regulations, they should not conflict with existing regulations. Hans Kelsen's theory is in line with the principle of the law of lex superior derogat legi inferiori, which emphasizes that the law under it must not conflict with the law above it. The existence of an online or online virtual trial during the Covid 19 Pandemic in Indonesia has become a polemic in the community. This is because most Indonesians think that this does not have a constitutional basis, so that many defendants refuse to be tried virtually online or online. On that basis, the author is interested in examining the extent of the existence of an online or online virtual trial according to the point of view of criminal law through a paper in this journal.
Esophageal lesions in children with symptoms of dyspepsia
Authors: Latyshev Dmitriy Yu. , Lobanov Yuriy F. , Strozenko Ludmila A.
Published: April 2024

Introduction. Symptoms of gastro esophageal reflux disease are noticed in 2–7% of children. Manifestations of this disease may be limited to symptoms (e.g., heartburn, regurgitation) or have more complicate complex, such as erosive esophagitis, esophageal strictures or Barrett’s esophagus.
Study purpose. To study the prevalence of esophagitis in school-age children with symptoms of dyspepsia.
Materials and methods. The retrospective study included 7–18 years 2935 children patients aged with symptoms of dyspepsia. The presence of endoscopic signs of distal catarrhal esophagitis and erosions (epithelialized and non-epithelialized) was assessed; in the case of non-epithelialized erosions, the stage of esophagitis according to the Los Angeles classification was taken into account (1998).
Results. The prevalence of endoscopic signs of esophagitis among 7 to 17 years 11 months children with symptoms of dyspepsia was 1858/2935 (63.3%). Changes in the type of epithelialized erosions of the esophagus were detected in 593/2935 (20.2%), non-epithelialized erosions in 222/2935 (7.6%) children. Overall, erosive changes in the esophagus were noted in 815/2935 (27.8%) children with symptoms of dyspepsia. Erosive changes in the esophagus are more often observed in boys. The proportion of child­ren with erosive esophagitis is the same in all age groups. Among patients with non-epithelialized erosions, according to the Los Angeles classification stage A was established in 149/222 (67.1%), stage B — in 63/222 (28.4%), stage C — in 8/222 (3.5%), in 2/222 (0.9%) single ulcers of the esophagus were identified
Conclusion. There is a high prevalence of esophagitis in school-age children with symptoms of dyspepsia, the frequency of erosive esophagitis, taking into account epithelialized and non-epithelialized erosions, was 27.8%, the frequency of non-epithelialized erosions — 7.6%.
Irritable bowel syndrome in children: pathogenetic significance of disorders of intestinal microbiota
Authors: Smirnova Galina I. , Labinov Vladimir S. , Korsunskiy Anatoliy A.
Published: April 2024

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is the most common functional disorder of the intestine in children. In recent years, IBS has been defined as functional pathology of the intestine, manifested by visceral recurrent pain that occurs at least once per week, characterized by the following two or more signs: associated with defecation; with changes in the frequency and shape of stools. These symptoms had to be noted in the patient for the last 3 months, with a total duration of at least 6 months, without signs of organic damage to the gastrointestinal tract (GIT). The gut microbiota is of particular importance in the pathogenesis of IBS. In patients with IBS, an increase in Enterobacteriaceae, Ruminococcus, Clostridium, Dorea species and a decrease in the number of Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and Faecalibacterium species were found. At the same time, a similar microbial profile was found in patients with different subtypes of IBS. The established patterns of changes in the composition of the microbiota in IBS in children and adults indicate IBS and functional disorders of the GIT to have a pronounced microbial pathogenesis. In this regard, the personalized use of prebiotics, probiotics, synbiotics, and fecal microbiota transplantation can effectively affect the intestinal microbiome in IBS.
Conclusion. Correction of disorders of intestinal microbiota is the most important method of treating IBS in children. Determining the patterns of formation of changes in the intestinal microbiome in IBS children creates new opportunities for improving methods of their correction.
Syndrome of hyperandrogenism in adolescent girls
Authors: Adamyan Leila V. , Sibirskaya Elena V. , Sharkov Sergey M. , Pivasyan Laura G. , Sarkisova Antonina I. , Ananeva Vera S.
Published: April 2024

The diagnosis of hyperandrogenism may be based on clinical manifestations or on determining the blood level of androgens. Causes of hyperandrogenism in the peripubertal period are polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), non-classical forms of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (NCCAH), androgen-producing tumors, obesity, idiopathic hirsutism, and other rare causes. Physiological hyperandrogenism of peripubertal period passes within 2 years. PCOS affects from 4 to 21% of women of reproductive age and from 6 to 18% of adolescent girls. To date, there is no consensus on the diagnostic criteria for PCOS in teenage girls. At least, three symptoms are necessary: menstrual disorders, clinical and biochemical hyperandrogenism and polycystic ovaries. Diagnosis of NCCAH includes measurement of the level of 17-hydroxyprogesterone and a test with adrenocorticotropic hormone. The purpose of the treatment of these diseases is to reduce the manifestations of hyperandrogenism, regulate the menstrual cycle and improve the quality of life. Effective methods of pharmacotherapy are combined oral contraceptives and antiandrogens. An important stage is lifestyle changes in PCOS and obesity patients.
SYSTEMIC REVIEW ON VOICE ACTUATED SMART HOPITAL BED
Authors: Meenatchi S  , Saraswathi B  , Krishnakumar S
Published: April 2024

During the 20th century, medical beds underwent technological advancements, especially making them smarter in patient care. The past fifteen years have brought various changes in the concept of smart bed technology, but no definitive evidence of the project's existence has been presented. These and previous systems typically use at least one push button or pressure-sensitive type switch to implement various control and articulation capabilities. Smart beds are designed to assist patients with mobility issue as it will allow them to control bed movement by themself and help them return to normal movement more quickly, with the presence of a monitoring system that alerts nursing staff when patients move and leave the bed with side rails. This type of high-end bed contributes greatly to the recovery of the patient's physical condition, health and activity because it is the main factor in achieving this goal, according to studies that have confirmed that the patient's movement during hospital stay as contributed to his quick recovery and early discharge from the hospital.
The Influence Of Transformational Leadership, Extrinsic Work Motivation And Work Discipline On Employee Performance Agricultural Extension And Human Resource Development Agency (Bppsdmp) Ministry Of Agriculture
Authors: Triana Erika , Krisnandi Herry , Digdowiseiso Kumba
Published: April 2024

This research is used to determine whether there is transformational leadership, work extrinsic motivation and work discipline on the performance of BPPSDMP employees of the Ministry of Agriculture. By paying attention to the level of control of human resources (HR), an agency is expected to make a major contribution in improving employee performance. This view also uses primary data. The data collection technique used was to use a questionnaire received by distributing questionnaires via google form to 104 employees at the Ministry of Agriculture's BPPSDMP. The information analysis approach used in this review is multiple linear regression evaluation, which is operated through the SPSS 23 application. Based on the results of this study, it shows that the variables of transformational leadership, work extrinsic motivation and work discipline have a significant effect on employee performance. That partially transformational leadership variables have a significant effect on employee performance. That the extrinsic work motivation variable has a dominant effect on employee performance. And the work discipline variable has a significant positive effect on the performance of BPPSDMP employees at the Ministry of Agriculture.
Analysis of the efficiency of Overseas Korean School using DEA
Authors:   The Korean Society For The Economics And Finance Of Education, Kim Kyung Min
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study is to analyze the relative efficiency of overseas Korean schools receiving financial support under the Act on Educational Support for Korean Nationals Abroad. The investigation includes identifying environmental factors that influence efficiency. To achieve this goal, data envelopment analysis (DEA), a method suitable for measuring efficiency, was employed to assess overseas Korean schools. The analysis covered a three-year period from 2020 to 2022, comparing and scrutinizing the efficiency of these schools during this timeframe. In addition, the study utilized the Tobit model to examine the impact of various factors on the efficiency of overseas Korean schools. These factors include the country of the school's location, educational objectives, student size, school system organization, ownership of land and buildings, school corporation, development fund, years of establishment, and the GDP of the host country. The Tobit model was employed to analyze how these variables influence the efficiency of the schools. As a result of the empirical analysis conducted from 2020 to 2022, the relative efficiency of overseas Korean schools was measured. The study identified 9 schools exhibiting Constant Return to Scale(CRS) and distinguished 25 schools with either Decreasing Return to Scale(DRS) or Increasing Return to Scale(IRS). The impact on efficiency indicates that schools located in Northeast Asia and large-scale schools demonstrated relatively high efficiency. Contrary to expectations, school corporation and completed school system organization exhibited relatively lower efficiency. Lastly, the lower the GDP of the host country, the higher the efficiency. This study identified inefficiencies in terms of technology and scale of overseas Korean schools. By analyzing environmental factors, information on the direction of government financial support can be provided. It is expected that this evaluation of the efficiency of overseas Korean schools will serve as basis for establishing strategies to strengthen the effectiveness of government subsidies.
Analysis of the Semantic Network of Higher Education Law Violations in Universities: Focusing on the Internal Audit Findings of the Ministry of Education
Authors:   The Korean Society For The Economics And Finance Of Education, Moon Myung-Hyun , Kim Chan-Hui
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study is to analyze violations of the Higher Education Act by universities, as identified through the internal audits conducted by the Ministry of Education, using semantic network analysis methods. The data analyzed were disclosures related to violations of the Higher Education Act from 2017 to 2022, based on the audit disposition date. Universities with specialized purposes were excluded from the analysis. Keyword frequency analysis and cluster analysis were conducted. Based on the findings of the study, the main results are summarized as follows. Firstly, the keyword frequency analysis encompassing both national and private universities revealed that research, education, corporate, student, hiring, and allowances were the most frequently occurring keywords across the board. Secondly, when analyzed by type of establishment, a key difference between national and private universities was identified: national universities had a higher frequency of student-related keywords compared to private universities, where keywords related to accounting and financial violations were more frequent. Thirdly, the cluster analysis results showed that the violation types were divided into four groups in the overall analysis, categorized as 'Organizational Personnel and Compensation System & Academic System Management,' 'Contract and Accounting Management,' 'Research Management,' and 'Committee and Scholarship System.' Fourthly, when analyzed by type of establishment, national universities were distinctly divided into four groups: research, personnel, academic, and accounting, whereas private universities were categorized into three groups due to research and contract and accounting management being combined into the same group. Based on these findings, recommendations for future research were proposed.
A Qualitative Study on the School Budgeting Practice of the Elementary School Teachers: Focusing on the ‘Ggum-sil Project’ of the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education
Authors:   The Korean Society For The Economics And Finance Of Education, Lee Go-Eun , Kim Doo-Sub , Oh Beom-Ho
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study is to analyze the motivation of elementary school teachers who participated in the Ggum-sil project and examine their experiences in budget management. The objective is to identify distinction from the existing school budget management and to provide implications for enhancing the financial autonomy of schools in practice. To achieve this goal, in-depth interviews were conducted with seven elementary school teachers who participated in the Ggum-sil project. According to the analysis, the teachers perceived the majority of the budget as belonging to the school, while the budget from the Ggum-sil project is regarded as the “teachers' own budget” or the “budget for their individual classes or grades”. In addition, only a minimal portion of the budget allocated to curriculum operation and classroom management is directly used for educational activities, and the absolute deficit is replenished through the implementation of the Gum-sil project. In contrast to the school budget, which is operated by departments, the budget of the Gum-sil project is managed on grade level basis. This approach reflects the unique cooperative and communicative structure of elementary schools at the grade level. In the process of budgeting and planning, primary school teachers formulated a broad budgetary plan by considering the variability of educational activities. Restrictive regulations played a significant role in both budgeting and execution processes. There was also self-censorship focused on students in budget management. Teachers appraised their expertise in deciding optimal budget allocation favorably. However, they encountered difficulties in navigating the associated processes and methodologies. Based on the results of the discussion, it is recommended that policy changes are needed for autonomous and effective financial management of unit schools. This entails formulating a strategy to curtail the expenses of targeted projects, considering the actual budget management process in unit schools and the needs of members. In addition, the reconstruction of the budget management framework should be pursued, incorporating and understanding of the unique characteristics of elementary school organizations and prevailing teaching culture.
Proposing and Applying a Medium-To-Long-Term Teacher Demand Projection Model at the Local Education Office Level
Authors:   The Korean Society For The Economics And Finance Of Education, Park Sang-Eun , Kim Jae-Uk , Lee Kang-Bin , Sim Sung-Hyun
Published: April 2024

Local education offices cannot set teacher supply and demand policies independently of the Ministry of Education. These offices conduct student placement based on the teacher quota set by the ministry for each local education office. They adjust the number of students per class, organize classes by grade and school, and assign teachers, taking into account facilities, teacher supply, and demand in a comprehensive way. In the medium to long term, it is also necessary to manage the size of new hires in order to maintain stable teacher retention. In this study, we have attempted to project the demand for teachers at the local education office level through 2042. We believe that the demand for teachers should be viewed from a medium- to long-term perspective, even taking into account the decline in the school-age population at the city and provincial levels. To make an accurate and reliable projection of teacher demand, we considered policy variables that affect the supply and demand of teachers, such as the number of students and the number of students per class, curriculum revision, and the introduction of the high school credit system. In addition, we proposed a method of assigning classes and staffing them by equalizing the number of students in each class. We projected the number of students per grade by school, and based on that, projected the number of classes and teachers. To do this, we developed an equation for calculating the number of teachers needed and modeled the relationship between the two variables based on the number of classes and teachers per school in 2022 from the National Education Information System. The paper concludes that the difference between the average number of students per class and the same number of students in each class is significant, and that the demand for teachers may vary significantly depending on the appropriate class size and the degree of change in educational conditions. The results also suggest that it is necessary to consider the appropriate class size and improve the method of projecting the number of students and teachers to estimate the number of teachers.
Analysis of Factors Influencing Employee Performance at the Regional Civil Service Education and Training Agency of Pohuwato Regency
Authors: Ibrahim Meimoon , Suyanto Mohamad Afan , Karundeng Deby Rita , Husain Lukman Is
Published: April 2024

This research aims to analyze the factors influencing employee performance at the Regional Education and Training Personnel Agency of Pohuwato Regency. The sample targeted for the study consists of 33 individuals, all of whom participated as respondents using multiple linear regression. Based on the analysis, it was found that the decision-making mechanism variable has a positive but non-significant effect on employee performance, the management professionalism variable has a positive and significant effect on employee performance, the supervision and control mechanism variable has a positive and significant effect on employee performance, and the decision-making mechanism, management professionalism, and supervision and control mechanisms collectively have an effect on the performance of the Regional Education and Training Personnel Agency of Pohuwato Regency employees.
The Effect of Capital Structure, Profitability and Institutional Ownership on Tax Avoidance in Manufacturing Companies in the Consumption Industry Sector Listed on The Indonesian Stock Exchange in 2020-2022
Authors:   Master of Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Syiah Kuala, Nahri Hadyan , Saputra Mulia ,   Master of Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Syiah Kuala, Yusmita Fifi ,   Master of Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Syiah Kuala
Published: April 2024

Objective – This research aims to examine the influence of capital structure, profitability and institutional ownership on tax avoidance in manufacturing companies in the consumer industry sector listed on BEI in 2020-2022. Design/Methodology – The population in this research is all manufacturing companies in the consumer industry sector listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) in 2020-2022. The sampling technique in this research uses a purposive sampling method with the criteria of companies in the consumer goods industry sector that disclose financial reports consecutively for the 2020-2022 period . The data used is secondary data. The data analysis method used is Multiple Linear Regression Analysis with the help of the SPSS 25 application. Results – The results of the research show that simultaneously and partially Capital Structure, Profitability and Institutional Ownership affect Tax Avoidance.
Predicting a Higher Heating Value for Torrefied Kesambi Leaf Biobriquettes through Ultimate Analysis
Authors:   Agriculture Mechanization Department, Artha Wacana Christian University, Oesapa-Kupang, Indonesia, Sula Dethan Jemmy Jonson
Published: April 2024

The escalating global pursuit of sustainable energy solutions has led to the emergence of biomass-derived fuels, such as biobriquettes, as feasible substitutes for traditional fossil fuels. Kesambi leaves, which are abundant in Southeast Asia and boast a high calorific value, represent a promising prospect for the production of biobriquettes. In this investigation, a conclusive analytical method is employed to construct a predictive framework for estimating the Higher Heating Value (HHV) of torrefied kesambi leaf biobriquettes. By incorporating ash content (PS), volatile matter (BR), carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O) percentages, alongside experimental HHV data, through multiple linear regression and elemental composition data acquired from proximal analysis, the model aims to forecast HHV. The model’s modest positive Mean Bias Error (MBE) and satisfactory Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) suggest a good fit. The substantial R-squared value indicates the model’s capability to adeptly capture HHV variability. Ultimately, this approach grounded in fundamental principles contributes significantly to the sustainable exploitation of biomass resources by providing a pragmatic and effective technique for predicting HHV for kesambi leaf biobriquettes.
Assessing Indoor Environmental Quality of Academic Building Using Subjective Measurement
Authors:   Research Scholar, Gujarat Technological University (GTU) Ahmedabad, Z. Patel Hemina , D. Sharma Dr. Neeraj ,   Research Supervisor, Gujarat Technological University (GTU), Manager (EIA), En-vision Enviro Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Surat
Published: April 2024

Indoor Environment Quality (IEQ) is becoming increasingly popular as a means of assessing human comfort, especially in educational environments. Determining an appropriate degree of indoor environment quality (IEQ) involves considering many factors like thermal comfort, indoor air quality, acoustic comfort, and visual comfort. These days, there is an intense need for educational facilities to have high-quality interior environments by reason of the fear of a worldwide pandemic. This research looks into IEQ characteristics in several standard functional locations of a Navsari academic building. In order to assess the level of user satisfaction in the staff room, drawing hall, and classroom, a sequence of questionnaires measuring the subjective aspects of the IEQ parameters (TC, AC, IAQ, and LC) were utilized. According to the study’s findings, the summer months had the lowest proportion of TC parameter satisfaction overall and the highest percentage of AC parameter satisfaction. Additionally, the data demonstrates that the satisfaction rate is lower for the LC and IAQ parameters. The research has confirmed that the academic building has low IEQ and It is necessary to take the required steps to turn out a more pleasant, conducive, and productive education place.
Considerations in Dressler Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review
Authors:   Hospital Centenario Miguel Hidalgo. Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, Mexico., Silva López Donaldo Emiliano , Ynostroza Sussan Irlanda Méndez ,   Hospital Centenario Miguel Hidalgo. Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, Mexico., Mendoza Alma Alejandra Solano ,   Hospital Civil de Guadalajara. Guadalajara, Jalisco, México., Sáenz Claudia Paola Contreras ,   Hospital Centenario Miguel Hidalgo. Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, Mexico., Villaseñor Alcalá Noemí ,   Hospital Civil de Guadalajara. Guadalajara, Jalisco, México., Romero Rivera Maria Fernanda ,   Hospital Civil de Guadalajara. Guadalajara, Jalisco, México.
Published: April 2024

Dressler Syndrome, also known as post-myocardial infarction syndrome, is a rare but potentially serious complication that occurs following myocardial infarction or cardiac surgery. It is characterized by pericarditis, pleuritis, and fever, typically presenting weeks to months after the initial event. This article provides a comprehensive review of Dressler Syndrome, including its pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management. Additionally, it discusses the importance of early recognition and appropriate treatment to prevent complications and improve outcomes.
Resolution of Crimes of Domestic Violence Stairs Based on Restorative Justice in Polrestabes Semarang
Authors:   Master of Laws Program, Faculty of Law, Diponegoro University, Dani Falah Irsyad , Setiyono Joko ,   Master of Laws Program, Faculty of Law, Diponegoro University
Published: April 2024

In Article 5 of Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 23 of 2004 CHAPTER III concerning the prohibition of domestic violence, there is a prohibition on acts of domestic violence. In Indonesia, the practice of resolving crimes with restorative justice has been carried out, especially for resolving offenses which are included in minor offenses. The research method using a normative legal approach is a way of working for scientists, one of which is characterized by the use of methods. Restorative justice is a concept that is experiencing rapid development and plays an important role in legal reform in various countries. Criminal Acts Based on Restorative Justice. Cases of domestic violence based on restorative justice at the Semarang Police, mostly occur in the form of physical, psychological and neglect perpetrated by husbands to wives, husbands to children or even husbands to their wives and children.
The Features of Dawanese Traditional House as a Cultural Identity Marker of Dawanese People in Timor Island Indonesia
Authors:   Lecturer of Higher Education Pastoral, Great Diocese of Kupang Indonesia, Bria Florens Max Un , E. Monteiro Aloysius ,   Lecturer of Higher Education Pastoral, Great Diocese of Kupang Indonesia, D. Je’eMaly Emanuel Inocentius ,   Lecturer of Higher Education Pastoral, Great Diocese of Kupang Indonesia, Bustan Fransiskus ,   Lecturer of Nusa Cendana University Kupang Indonesia
Published: April 2024

This study explores features of Dawanese traditional house as a cultural identity marker of Dawanese people in terms of its forms, functions, and meanings in view of semiotics, a branch of science which is concerned with the study of signs. The study is descriptive. The procedures of research were field research and the library research. The data were analyzed by using inductive method as the analysis was started from the data to the local-ideograhic theory providing a written description regarding the features of Dawanese traditional house as a cultural identity marker of Dawanese people. The results of study show the traditional house of Dawanese people known as ume kubhu has unique and specific features in terms of its forms, functions, and meanings. The umme kbubu is designed in the form of a round shape without window, the roof is shaped like a hairstyle that is rounded and tapered at the top, and the door is short of about one meter in height so that adults entering the house must bow. The umme kbubu serves as a place for performing such activities as sleeping, gathering with their family, cooking, weaving, storing foodstuffs, receiving guests, and carrying out various rituals. Along with its practical and symbolic functions, the ume kbubu serves social, enonomic, historical, and religious meanings. The ume kbubu designates the ways Dawanese people view and make sense of the world as it is not simply defined as a house that anchors them to a place, divides them into visible groups, and expresses their continuity of relationships over generations but also as a cultural identity marker for them as a house based-community.
Sentiment-Driven Exchange Rate Forecasting: Integrating Twitter Analysis with Economic Indicators
Authors: Küçüklerli Kazım Berk , Ulusoy Veysel
Published: April 2024

Abstract

This study focuses on predicting the USD/TL exchange rate by integrating sentiment analysis from Twitter with traditional economic indicators. With the dynamic nature of global finance, accurate exchange rate forecasting is crucial for financial planning and risk management. While economic indicators have traditionally been used for this purpose, the increasing influence of public sentiment, particularly on digital platforms like Twitter, has prompted the exploration of sentiment analysis as a complementary tool. Our research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of combining sentiment analysis with economic indicators in predicting the USD/TL exchange rate. We employ machine learning techniques, including LSTM Neural Network, xgboost, and RNN, to analyze Twitter data containing keywords related to the Turkish economy alongside TL/USD exchange rate data. Our findings demonstrate that integrating sentiment analysis from Twitter enhances the predictive accuracy of exchange rate movements. This study contributes to the evolving landscape of financial forecasting by highlighting the significance of sentiment analysis in exchange rate prediction and providing insights into its potential applications in financial decision-making processes.

JEL classification numbers: C53, F31, E60.
Keywords: Twitter narratives, LSTM, XGBoost, RNN, USD/TL FX rate, Narrative economics.
Machine Learning Techniques for Gender Recognition and Age Prediction Using Digital Images of Human Dentition
Authors: Santosh K C  , Pradeep N
Published: April 2024

In today's digital age, the utilization of digital medical imagery is on the rise, since the increased computational power that enables the development of more advanced machine learning techniques. We have implemented a system capable of determining the gender and estimating the age of individuals based on digital images of their teeth. Teeth, being a robust and relatively unchanging part of the human body, serve as an ideal source for such analysis. By examining Orthopantomogram images, our system systematically extracts gender and age-related information. Developed using the Python programming language, our application is particularly valuable in forensic contexts, where traditional prediction methods can be time-consuming, often taking days. In contrast, our model delivers results in under a minute. We employed the Random Forest (RF) Classifier algorithm to deploy the prediction model, as it effectively addresses the overfitting issue associated with growing input sample sizes. With this approach, we have achieved an impressive accuracy rate of 94% in gender and age prediction.
Effects of Strategic Sourcing on Cost Reduction: A Case Study of Manufacturing Companies in Bangladesh
Authors: Yasmin Lamia
Published: April 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the effects of strategic sourcing on cost reduction: a case study of manufacturing companies in Bangladesh.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study on strategic sourcing's impact on cost reduction in Bangladeshi manufacturing firms demonstrated significant positive results. It showed that strategic sourcing led to notable reductions in procurement costs, enhanced supplier management, negotiation, and risk mitigation strategies. The findings underscored the importance of aligning procurement strategies with organizational goals for sustainable cost reductions and competitive advantages in the sector.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Transaction cost economics (TCE), resource-based view (RBV) & contingency theory may be used to anchor future studies on analyze the effects of strategic sourcing on cost reduction: a case study of manufacturing companies in Bangladesh. Provide training and capacity-building programs for managers and procurement professionals in Bangladeshi manufacturing companies to enhance their understanding and implementation of strategic sourcing strategies. Advocate for policy reforms that support the development of a more transparent, competitive, and efficient supplier market in Bangladesh.
Анализ перевозок судами смешанного типа плавания по сибирским рекам с использованием маршрутов Северного морского пути
Authors: Гребенец А.А. , Васёха М.В. , Васильева Ж.В.
Published: April 2024

В статье рассматриваются перевозки судами смешанного типа плавания «река-море», связывающие Северный морской путь (СМП) и сибирские реки – Обь, Енисей, Хатангу, Анабар, Оленек, Лену, Яну, Индигирку и Колыму за период 2018-2021 гг. Изучен вклад таких перевозок в общий грузооборот Северного морского пути. Показано, что на фоне общей растущей судоходной активности в акватории СМП объем перевозимых грузов и доля рейсов «река-море» системно снижается. Выполнен анализ основных факторов, оказывающих влияние на развитие выявленного негативного тренда. Изучен возраст судов, их ледовый класс, судоходная активность на конкретных реках, возможности использования рек для завоза грузов.
Потенциал развития российского производства пластиков на фоне санкций: оценка на среднесрочную перспективу
Authors: Голованова С.В. , Креховец Е.В.
Published: April 2024

Цель данного исследования – количественная оценка потенциальной потребности российской экономики в пластиках и пластиковых изделиях в среднесрочной перспективе на фоне введенных в отношении страны санкций. Моделирование проведено для сценариев полной и частичной потери импорта изделий из пластика в результате санкций и в предположении замещения этих объемов российским производством. Полученные интервальные оценки говорят о наличии значительных потребностей в импортозамещении пластиков, обеспечение которых только за счет расширения отечественных мощностей нереализуемо. Необходим поиск новых поставщиков, изменение географии внешней торговли пластиками с ориентацией на страны, не присоединившиеся к санкционной политике.
Россия и Африка: перспективы расширения экспорта промышленной продукции
Authors: Глинский В.В. , Гришакова А.А. , Серга Л.К.
Published: April 2024

В статье предложен методический подход к выбору актуальных приоритетов в расширении российского экспорта в страны Африки, основанный на решении классификационных задач. Рассмотрены технологии оценки перспектив наращивания экспорта российской продукции, позволяющие сформировать стратегию работы с портфелем отраслей и продуктов на внешних рынках. В качестве информационной базы использованы открытые данные государственной статистики, федеральной таможенной службы, Trade Map, Международного валютного фонда.