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The effect of loan portfolio diversification on stock returns: the mediating role financial solvency in commercial banks
Authors:   College of Administration and Economics - University of Kerbala, Ahmed Taher Fatima , Ahmed Fares Ali ,   College of Administration and Economics - University of Kerbala
Published: January 2025

The current research aims to test the diversification of the loan portfolio using the Hirschman-Herfindahl index and its impact on stock returns through the mediating role of financial solvency. This is based on the data and financial statements published in the Iraq Stock Exchange for Iraqi banks, which number (24) banks, like the total of the research community, and (7) banks were selected from them on the basis of the availability of the required data during the research period from (2005-2022) and these selected banks It represented the research sample. The research problem was the fluctuation and instability of stock returns, which negatively affects investors and the reputation of the banks sampled in the study, which mostly results from the bank’s inability to diversify its loan portfolio and its weak ability to employ financial solvency indicators to achieve outstanding performance.
Death as a Teacher of Love
Authors: Höfer Sophie
Published: January 2025

In this paper, I will argue that Kierkegaard considers death an instructor that can teach us valuable lessons about existence and make us love each other in a more genuine way. This idea appears in three different claims made by Kierkegaard: First, reflecting on death can help us love the neighbor by showing us our essential equality before God. Second, love towards the dead teaches us how to love the living correctly and becomes a kind of test we can apply to ourselves in order to ensure the purity of our love. Finally, an analysis of Kierkegaard’s concepts of earnestness and regret demonstrates that death can impel us to love each other by showing us what is essential in life. Among other things, this discussion aims to illustrate that there is very much a loving and humanizing aspect in Kierkegaard’s views on death, unlike what some commentators have suggested.
Consentimiento a la reproducción asistida: crisis de pareja y disposición de embriones
Authors: Farnós Amorós Esther
Published: January 2025

Desde 1978 más de cuatro millones de niños han sido concebidos a través del recurso a la fecundación in vitro. Sin embargo, en la mayoría de ordenamientos, el avance de ésta y otras técnicas no ha ido acompañado de una regulación precisa.
Autonomía de la voluntad y exigencias imperativas en el derecho internacional de sociedades y otras personas jurídicas.
Authors: Arenas García Rafael , Górriz López Carlos , Miquel Rodríguez Jorge
Published: January 2025

El libro recoge siete ponencias pronunciadas en la II Jornada sobre Movilidad Internacional de Sociedades y Otras Personas Jurídicas que se celebró en la UAB el 13 de diciembre de 2012 y que tuvo por objeto la tensión entre la autonomía de la voluntad y la imperatividad de las normas que se produce en el seno del Derecho internacional de sociedades: José Ramon Salelles analiza la incidencia de la crisis financiera en las normas de buen gobierno que debieran regir las entidades de crédito; Carlos Górriz comenta la Propuesta de Directiva impulsada por Viviane Reding para incrementar el número de mujeres en los consejos de administración de las sociedades cotizadas; Ángel Espiniella estudia los límites que la Unión Europea impone a la reestructuración y resolución de las entidades de crédito; Miguel Ángel Sánchez Huete se ocupa de los límites que el Derecho tributario impone a las personas jurídicas y, en particular, de la aplicación de la técnica del levantamiento del velo en el marco de la responsabilidad tributaria; Rafael Arenas disecciona la jurisprudencia del Tribunal de Justicia para determinar cómo ha incidido en la libertad de las sociedades para establecerse u operar en Estados diversos al de su constitución o domicilio; Jorge Miquel glosa cuatro decisiones recientes del Tribunal Supremo y de la Dirección General de Registros y del Notariado que inciden en los principios configuradores del tipo societario; por último, Huang Zhang examina la compatibilidad de la normativa española sobre los impuestos de salida de las sociedades y las exigencias que introduce el principio de libertad de establecimiento en la Unión Europea.
Responsabilidad civil extracontractual en materia de IA: especial referencia a la carga de la prueba y la aplicación de presunciones
Authors: Vallespín Pérez David
Published: January 2025

El presente artículo se centra en el análisis, desde una perspectiva procesal, de la responsabilidad civil extracontractual en materia de inteligencia artificial, con especial referencia a los puntos clave que cabe identificar al hilo de la propuesta de Directiva del Parlamento y del Consejo, de 28 de septiembre de 2022 y, más en particular, a sus arts. 3 (exhibición de pruebas y presunción refutable de incumplimiento) y 4 (presunción refutable de relación de causalidad en caso de culpa), claramente relacionados con la institución de la carga de la prueba y la flexibilización de los criterios tradicionales en función de una correcta comprensión del principio de «facilidad» o «disponibilidad» probatoria.
Diseño centrado en el usuario en un proyecto global de código abierto como Drupal
Authors: Chumillas Cristina
Published: January 2025

Drupal, uno de los sistemas de gestión de contenidos más reconocidos a escala mundial, está a punto de lanzar un nuevo producto, y la UX (experiencia de usuario) y el user-centred design (diseño centrado en las personas) están desarrollando un papel fundamental en esta nueva etapa. Como UX lead del proyecto, quiero compartir cómo se planifica y gestiona la salida al mercado de un producto de código abierto, en el que la mayor parte del desarrollo es voluntario y los colaboradores provienen de diferentes puntos del mundo.
Smart Materials for Noise and Vibration Damping in High-Speed Rail Systems: A Comparative Analysis
Authors:   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 810107, Nigeria, Unegbu Hyginus Chidiebere Onyekachi , Yawas Danjuma Saleh ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 810107, Nigeria, Dan-asabe Bashar ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 810107, Nigeria, Alabi Abdulmumin Akoredeley ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 810107, Nigeria
Published: January 2025

Effective noise and vibration control remains a critical challenge in high-speed rail systems, directly influencing passenger comfort and the longevity of infrastructure. This study evaluated four advanced materials—piezoelectric materials, shape memory alloys (SMAs), magnetorheological (MR) fluids, and damping composites—focusing on their potential for mitigating noise and vibration in high-speed rail applications. A combination of experimental and simulation-based analyses was employed to assess these materials based on their noise reduction coefficient, vibration transmissibility ratio, thermal stability, and durability under varying environmental conditions. The findings revealed that damping composites and SMAs demonstrated superior performance, offering enhanced noise attenuation and vibration control compared with the other materials. Damping composites exhibited the highest noise reduction and stability across a wide frequency range, while SMAs demonstrated exceptional adaptive damping properties under fluctuating temperature conditions. In contrast, piezoelectric materials and MR fluids showed moderate performance, making them more suitable for secondary damping applications. This study identifies damping composites and SMAs as the most effective materials for primary noise and vibration control in high-speed rail systems. The findings provide valuable insights for material selection and integration in rail infrastructure, contributing to enhanced system performance, reduced maintenance costs, and compliance with stringent noise and vibration regulations.
O sujeito lírico em Dispersão: aspectos da modernidade na obra de Mário de Sá-Carneiro
Authors: Martins Ricardo Marques
Published: January 2025

Consciente de que tanto a poesia de Mário de Sá-Carneiro bem como o sujeito lírico que (n)ela (se) constitui não se deixam prender, nem se deixam apreender completamente - mesmo porque ambos estão em Dispersão, como o título da obra estudada já anuncia - Ricardo Marques Martins propõe o poema "A Partida", que abre o volume, como porta de entrada para a discussão de temas caros à modernidade e à poética de Sá-Carneiro: o gênio (e os caracteres da diferença, do isolamento e da criatividade), a composição do delírio poético, a busca do sonho, do Ideal, do Absoluto.
Barcode activity in a recurrent network model of the hippocampus enables efficient memory binding
Authors: Fang Ching , Lindsey Jack , Abbott Larry F , Aronov Dmitriy , Chettih Selmaan
Published: January 2025

Forming an episodic memory requires binding together disparate elements that co-occur in a single experience. One model of this process is that neurons representing different components of a memory bind to an “index” — a subset of neurons unique to that memory. Evidence for this model has recently been found in chickadees, which use hippocampal memory to store and recall locations of cached food. Chickadee hippocampus produces sparse, high-dimensional patterns (“barcodes”) that uniquely specify each caching event. Unexpectedly, the same neurons that participate in barcodes also exhibit conventional place tuning. It is unknown how barcode activity is generated, and what role it plays in memory formation and retrieval. It is also unclear how a memory index (e.g. barcodes) could function in the same neural population that represents memory content (e.g. place). Here, we design a biologically plausible model that generates barcodes and uses them to bind experiential content. Our model generates barcodes from place inputs through the chaotic dynamics of a recurrent neural network and uses Hebbian plasticity to store barcodes as attractor states. The model matches experimental observations that memory indices (barcodes) and content signals (place tuning) are randomly intermixed in the activity of single neurons. We demonstrate that barcodes reduce memory interference between correlated experiences. We also show that place tuning plays a complementary role to barcodes, enabling flexible, contextually-appropriate memory retrieval. Finally, our model is compatible with previous models of the hippocampus as generating a predictive map. Distinct predictive and indexing functions of the network are achieved via an adjustment of global recurrent gain. Our results suggest how the hippocampus may use barcodes to resolve fundamental tensions between memory specificity (pattern separation) and flexible recall (pattern completion) in general memory systems.
Patients’ Perspectives on the Preference for the Gender of Medical Professionals in Perioperative Care and Attitudes Toward Anaesthesiologists: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Devi Usha , Panditrao Minnu , Bansal Shilpa
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Historically, women’s roles in society were primarily as caretakers and healers. As women’s roles in healing became more complex and lucrative, they faced social opposition to taking on instrumental healing tasks. Currently, women make up about 50% of the medical workforce; however, they still face discrimination in healthcare due to their gender, both from patients and professional colleagues.

Aim: To evaluate patients’ perspectives on the preference for the gender of surgeons and anaesthesiologists for elective surgeries, as well as their awareness of anaesthesia and their attitudes toward anaesthesiologists.

Materials and Methods: An institution-based, cross-sectional study was conducted in the operating theatre complex of a postgraduate institute in a rural area of Northern India. After obtaining approval from the Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC) and patient consent, the study was conducted on 400 patients aged 18 to 85 years who were admitted for elective surgeries in different specialties. A structured questionnaire was prepared and divided into three sections: patients’ demographic profile, surgical history and preference for the gender of surgeons and patients’ awareness and knowledge about anesthesia and the role of anaesthesiologists. The questionnaire was administered to patients who attended the preanaesthesia clinic for preanaesthesia assessment. Patients were asked questions from the proforma in their vernacular language and appropriate answers were marked on the questionnaire sheet. All collected data was recorded in a Microsoft Excel sheet and analysed using Microsoft Excel software.

Results: Data was collected and analysed from a total of 400 patients, of whom 207 (51.7%) were males and 193 (48.3%) were females. A total of 174 (43.5%) patients preferred a male surgeon, 99 (24.8%) preferred a female surgeon and 127 (31.7%) had no preference. A total of 197 (49.3%) patients who preferred a same-gender surgeon stated that they felt more comfortable with a doctor of the same gender. Interestingly, although a significant number of patients acknowledged the importance of anesthesia 392 (98%), they had poor awareness regarding anaesthesiologists as specialist medical professionals.

Conclusion: The findings of the current study conclude that gender bias exists in the medical profession, as female surgeons are not acknowledged in the same way as their male professional colleagues. Additionally, the level of knowledge about anesthesia and anaesthesiologists among surgical patients is quite low, despite their recognition of the importance of anesthesia during surgery
Breast Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma, Activated B-cell like Subtype: A Case Report
Authors: Babaria Sneha Samir , Patel Jinalben Shaileshbhai
Published: January 2025

Primary Breast Lymphoma (PBL) is an uncommon form of Non Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) that arises within the breast tissue, representing less than 1-2% of all cases of NHL and under 0.5% of all breast cancers. Most PBL cases are of the B-cell type, accounting for up to 50% of all PBL. Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma (DLBCL) of the breast is a rare subtype of NHL, with a common age of presentation in females being 50-60 years. It typically presents as a painless breast mass without pathognomonic radiologic findings. Authors hereby, report a case of a 43-year-old female who complained only of heaviness in the right breast, followed by a discretely palpable lump upon examination. High-grade NHL was diagnosed via core needle biopsy and turned out to be DLBCL, Activated B-cell (ABC)-like subtype, as determined by Immunohistochemistry (IHC). This study emphasises that histopathological analysis of core needle biopsy with IHC is paramount for establishing the diagnosis and distinguishing it from other benign and malignant breast conditions. By sharing this case, authors aimed to contribute to the growing knowledge of this rare entity, which has steadily increased over the past four decades, to ensure timely and accurate diagnosis for the implementation of appropriate therapy.
Comparative Study of Epicatechin–Phenylalanine and Epicatechin–Alanine Interactions Using Quantum Chemistry Methods
Authors: Ganiyou Adenidji , Eugene Essoh Akpa , Robert N’Guessan Boka , Soleymane Kone
Published: January 2025

Aims: This research aims to analyze the interactions within Epicatechin…Phenylalanine complexes and compare them to those in Epicatechin…Alanine complexes through theoretical chemistry calculations.
Methodology: The interactions between Epicatechin and Phenylalanine, an amino acid, are evaluated using theoretical chemistry methods. Calculations performed at the DFT/B3LYP/6-31+G(d,p) level are used to characterize the complexes and their individual monomers. Geometric, energetic, and spectroscopic parameters, along with QTAIM (Quantum Theory of Atoms in Molecules), NBO (Natural Bond Orbital), and NCI (Non-Covalent Interaction) topological analyses, provide insights into the nature and type of these interactions.
Results: The interaction energies of Epicatechin-Phenylalanine complexes exceed those of Epicatechin-Alanine complexes. Unlike the Epicatechin-Alanine complexes, the formation of Epicatechin-Phenylalanine complexes is non-spontaneous. NBO analysis reveals that Epicatechin-Alanine complexes exhibit a greater number of interactions compared to Epicatechin-Phenylalanine complexes, including repulsive interactions attributed to the phenyl group. Moreover, the total stabilization energies of Epicatechin-Phenylalanine complexes are higher than those of their Catechin-Alanine and Epicatechin-Alanine counterparts.
Conclusion: The non-covalent bonds formed in epicatechin-phenylalanine complexes are stronger and more numerous than those in catechin-alanine and epicatechin-alanine complexes.
Evaluating Oncology Drug Shortages: Strengthening Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Supply Chain Vulnerabilities in the United States
Authors: Adeyemo Kolade Seun , Bunmi Kutelu Aderemi
Published: January 2025

Aims: This study seeks to identify the root causes of these shortages and evaluate the fragilities within the oncology supply chain that obstruct efforts to enhance drug availability. The United States is experiencing significant drug shortages that critically impact patient care, especially for oncology patients.   
Study Design:  We utilized publicly accessible cross-sectional data on drug shortages documented by the US Food and Drug Administration between 2023 and 2024.
Methodology: Descriptive statistics and bivariate correlational analysis were employed to examine drug availability and its associations across multiple influencing factors. These variables are the rationale behind shortages, current status, updates, and therapeutic classifications.
Results: The most common reason for drug shortages is increased demand (12.1%), followed by a shortage of an active ingredient. While the proportion of drugs impacted by shortages is higher in non-oncology therapies, the estimated proportion of shortage remains significant in oncology medication (9.2%, p<0.001)
The descriptive statistics indicate that complying with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) led to 92.3% of cases being unavailable. The shortage of an API contributed to 54.4% limited availability/supply and 39.2% unavailability. The oncology drugs are less likely to be with reported shortage causes. However, there is a moderate correlation to unresolved statuses(r = 0.358, p<0.001), as seen in the bivariate correlation.
Conclusion: The persistent unavailability and limited supply of certain drug products underscore the systemic inefficiencies in the supply chain that necessitate targeted interventions. While oncology drugs comprise a smaller fraction of the overall drug shortages, their availability is crucial for promoting pharmaceutical care in cancer therapies. Shortage of active pharmaceutical ingredients and non-adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices significantly exacerbate the issue of drug unavailability. These demonstrated supply chain challenges persist, specifically for oncology therapies. Domesticated API productions and advanced technologies for routine inspection are potential strategies for overcoming the unavailability of oncology therapies.
Environmental Sustainability in the Digital Age: The Role of Smart Technologies in Agriculture, Urban Development, and Energy Management
Authors: Reddy Gongalla Sreeja , Reddy Manoj , Chaitanya Krishna , Joshi Anu
Published: January 2025

Environmental sustainability is a pressing global challenge that demands innovative solutions to balance ecological preservation with human development. In the digital age, smart technologies have emerged as transformative tools for addressing these challenges by optimizing resource management, reducing environmental impact, and promoting sustainable practices. This review explores the role of smart technologies across three critical domains: agriculture, urban development, and energy management. In agriculture, precision farming, IoT-enabled monitoring, and sustainable water management are enhancing productivity while minimizing resource use. Urban development benefits from smart city initiatives, intelligent transportation systems, and innovative waste management solutions that improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and enhance urban living standards. In energy management, technologies such as smart grids, renewable energy integration, and energy-efficient building systems are revolutionizing energy distribution and consumption. This paper also examines the benefits of these technologies in advancing sustainability goals and highlights the Government of India’s initiatives to promote smart technologies in agriculture. By integrating digital tools with sustainability objectives, smart technologies offer a pathway to a resilient, sustainable future, underscoring their vital role in mitigating environmental challenges.
Enhancing Vermicompost Quality with Azolla pinnata: Enriched Goat Dung for Sustainable Agriculture
Authors: Gayathry G. , Natarajan K. , Jayalakshmi T. , Kalaichelvi K. , Bharathikumar K. , Jayakumar J. , Sugumaran M.P.
Published: January 2025

In regenerative agriculture, this study explores the potential of Azolla pinnata-enriched goat dung vermicompost as a sustainable and nutrient-rich organic fertilizer. Goat dung was collected from integrated farming units established at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Vridhachalam and farmers holdings of the Cuddalore district. Goat dung was pre-treated by soaking in Azolla cultivated water and fronds of Azolla and composted with African earthworms (Eudrilus eugeniae) to enhance the nitrogen and carbon content of the vermicompost. Over 120 days, the vermicompost was monitored for key physicochemical properties, including pH, electrical conductivity, total carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Experimental results proved that the Azolla-enriched goat dung vermicompost (T3) exhibited a significant increase in total carbon (266.24 g/kg), nitrogen (19.95 g/kg), and potassium (27.18 g/kg) compared to control with goat dung manure alone (T1) and goat dung vermicompost (T2). The pH of the A. pinnata-enriched goat dung vermicompost was slightly acidic at 6.6. This study underscores the efficacy of integrating Azolla with goat dung in vermicomposting to produce organic manure that enhances soil fertility and fosters environmentally sustainable farming practices. The findings suggest that adopting such a system in integrated farming could lead to increased farm productivity, better resource recycling where Azolla cultured water and Goat dung serves as inputs for vermiculture for improving the quality with enhanced nitrogen content, offering a viable approach for regenerative agriculture.
Activated Carbon as a Bone Substitute: Enhancing Mechanical and Morphological Properties in a Rat Tibia Defect Model
Authors: Publio Matheus Lopes , Amaral-Labat Gisele Aparecida , Mattos Patrícia Almeida , Rodrigues Ayres Fernando , Bel Marília Lucas Siena Del , Pereira Damião de Carvalho , Mello Dominique Cavalcanti , Souza Vanessa de , Silva Guilherme Frederico Lenz e , Fierro Vanessa , Celzard Alain , Marcos Rodrigo Labat
Published: January 2025

Activated carbon (AC), a highly porous and low-cost material, was tested as a biosubstitute material for healing bone defects. The aim of this work was to investigate the use of 4 different activated carbon materials in the tissue repair process, verifying morphological and biomechanical aspects of the bone. Experiments were performed by drilling rat tibias and filling the resultant bone cavities with four kinds of ACs (AC1, 2, 3 e 4). A Control group (CTL) and untreated lesion group (NT) were also included. The efficiency of the repair was evaluated after 30 days. No alteration of hepatic and renal activity was found, both by histological evaluation of those organs and by the levels of SGOT/SGTP and urea. An increase in ALP levels was observed in the NT group, while all the groups with ACs maintained this enzyme close to the values of the CTL group. The histological study of bone was carried out to evaluate the organization of the formed bone tissue, compared with the quality of repair after treatment. The biomechanical properties (Maximal Force = Fmax and Maximal Deformation = Dmax) of bone were evaluated by three-point flexural tests. The NT group presented immature bone tissue and, although the AC1, AC2 and AC3 groups presented granulation tissue, indicating a delay in bone organization, the Fmax values maintained similar to the NT group. Group AC4 showed mechanical properties and tissue organization similar to the CTL group. Activated carbons allow tissue growth in a rat tibial bone defect model. However, the specific structural characteristics of ACs are important and may contribute to a better organization of bone tissue, since AC4 presented better histological and biomechanical results than AC1, AC2 and AC3 materials. In conclusion, the activated carbon AC4 (Norit ROX0.8) enabled organized bone growth with mechanical properties similar to the normal tissue CTL, in a rat tibial bone defect model. The superior performance of AC4 may be related to its structural characteristics.
Comparative Efficacy of Organic Based Management Modules against Different Stages of Myzus persicae Suzler on Capsicum under Polyhouse Condition in Kashmir Valley, India
Authors: Nowsheen Malik , Khan Akhtar Ali , Mushtaq Tahmina , Pathania S. S.
Published: January 2025

To evaluate the comparative efficacy of organic based management modules were carried out against different stages of green peach aphid, Myzus persicae Sulzer on capsicum crop under polyhouse condition. The nymphal population reduction was highest as compared to the three forms of aphids, the alate population reduction was showed lowest by all treatments Similarly, in case of apterous form, the reduction was quite low as compared to nymphal population but higher than the apterous population of M. persicae. With the concerned of organic based management module, the highest reduction of total aphid population was observed against Azadirachtin @ 0.03% followed by Neem Seed Kernel Extract (NSKE) @ 5 % as compared to standard check (Thiacloprid 21.7 SC) @ 0.4ml/L. As a result, the azadirachtin @ 0.03% being an organic product is considered safe to the environment and be recommended for management of vegetable pests as an important component of eco-friendly management.
Leveraging Machine Learning Techniques in Agriculture: Applications, Challenges, and Opportunities
Authors: Reddy Gongalla Sreeja , Reddy Manoj , Joshi Anu , Chaitanya Krishna , Sahithi
Published: January 2025

Machine learning (ML) is rapidly transforming agriculture by introducing data-driven insights and automation into farming practices, enabling precision, efficiency, and sustainability. This paper explores the foundational concepts of ML, distinguishing it from conventional programming approaches through its ability to learn patterns and make predictions from data without explicit instructions. The discussion delves into the applications of ML in agriculture, including crop management, water resource optimization, soil quality assessment, and livestock health monitoring, highlighting its potential to address complex challenges. Furthermore, the paper outlines various ML algorithms, such as decision trees, support vector machines, neural networks, and ensemble methods, emphasizing their suitability for specific agricultural tasks. Despite its promising potential, the adoption of ML in agriculture faces several challenges, including data scarcity, model interpretability, high implementation costs, and limited technical expertise among farmers. This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the transformative role of ML in agriculture while critically analyzing the barriers to its widespread adoption. By addressing these challenges, ML can become a cornerstone of sustainable and innovative agricultural practices.
The Influence of Theory of Planned Behavior, Brand Consciousness, and Perceived Risk on Purchase Intention
Authors: Wibowo Nikolas Endrico , Widiastuti Theresia Diah , Junijanto Helena Yovita
Published: January 2025

This study aims to determine the effect of Attitude, Perceived Behavioral Control, Subjective Norm (Theory of Planned Behavior), brand consciousness, and perceived risk on purchase intention. The sample used in this study consisted of 231 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Respondents who participated were those who belonged to Generation Z (1997-2012) and Generation Y (1981-1996), knew the Nike shoe brand, and had never bought a knock-off product (KW) of Nike shoes. Partial Least Square (SmartPLS) software version 4 was used for Partial Least Square (MGA-PLS) testing in addition to Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The study's findings indicate that attitude and perceived behavior control positively affect purchase intention, while subjective norm does not. Brand consciousness and perceived risk do not positively affect purchase intention, while perceived risk positively affects Attitude. This study is certainly expected to provide theoretical contributions to the Theory of Planned Behavior, Brand Consciousness, and Perceived Risk, whose relationship can affect a person's purchase intention on counterfeit shoes, and practical contributions can be useful for counterfeit shoe business actors in developing their businesses.
WhaleBot Alerts Telegram Channel and Google Alerts as Information Media for XRP Cryptocurrency Traders
Authors: Tjahyana Lady Joanne
Published: January 2025

Ripple (XRP) is one of the most significant cryptocurrencies that attracts many traders to invest. Traders often look for information from the media as a reference for their trading management strategy. This research aims to utilize WhaleBot Alerts Telegram channel and Google Alerts as trading information media by looking for the relationship between whale transactions, news sentiment, and price returns. The researcher collected XRP whale transactions from the WhaleBot Alerts Telegram channel and XRP news from Google Alerts within a crypto winter period, from November 2021 to January 2023, and analyzed the data using descriptive statistical analysis. This research also follows several variables and formulas from previous studies. After analyzing 457 XRP whale transaction datasets, the researcher finds a significant relationship between the number of trading days and trading return on investment. The relationship shows that the more days, the greater the chance of profit. The other variables give reference patterns, such as the number of whale transactions, total whale transaction value, the most significant transaction value, and news topic. Finally, this research develops a simple XRP short-term trading model using the WhaleBot Alerts Telegram channel data and Google Alerts. In conclusion, trading initiated by XRP whale's transactions and XRP news could give a 76.53% chance of making a profit. Therefore, XRP traders can use the WhaleBot Alerts Telegram channel and Google Alerts as their trading information media.
The Influence of Idealized Influence, Inspirational Motivation, Intellectual Stimulation and Individualized Consideration on Teaching Behavior Mediated by Entrepreneurial Behavior
Authors: Puspitawati Rini , Ricky Ricky
Published: January 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted numerous inequities within the education system, underscoring school leaders' need for strategic adjustments to enhance teacher competence for adaptive and effective teaching. This study investigates how transformational leadership influences teachers' instructional and entrepreneurial behaviors in the context of pandemic-era education. A quantitative research approach was employed, utilizing a 44-item questionnaire distributed to teachers to assess principal leadership, entrepreneurial behavior, and instructional practices. Findings indicate that principal leadership does not directly impact teachers' instructional behavior; instead, it influences their entrepreneurial behavior, which mediates the relationship between transformational leadership and instructional behavior. This research provides insights into the role of transformational leadership among school principals at the preschool and elementary levels within the framework of online education during the COVID-19 pandemic. Future studies are encouraged to incorporate a broader range of literature, as transformational leadership holds relevance across various institutional, organizational, and business contexts.
Managing Organizational Climate for Improved Employees’ Performance in Selected Manufacturing Companies in Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria
Authors: Ideh Dumebi Anthony , Akinwale Akeem Ayofe , Okeke Samuel Chidiebere
Published: January 2025

Achieving sustainable employee performance improvement has remained a significant challenge in many contemporary organizations despite recognizing the implications of improved employee performance for organizational effectiveness.  Therefore, this study examined how organizational climate can be managed to enhance employees' performance, focusing on how each of the four dimensions of organizational climate (rewards management, management styles, organizational policies, and training and development) affect employees’ performance. A survey research design was used in the study. The study population comprised 593 employees, from whom 238 were purposively selected as respondents, and 238 copies of a structured questionnaire were administered to the participants. Of the number of copies administered of the questionnaire, 202 were returned and used for data analysis as they were correctly filled out. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics: frequency distribution and regression. The hypotheses were tested with multiple regression, and the findings revealed that rewards management and management styles significantly influenced employees’ performance. The study concluded that effective management of organizational climates, such as rewards management and management styles, improved employee performance. Thus, manufacturing companies should pay adequate attention to organizational climate to encourage improved employee performance.
“IT’S BRITNEY, BITCH!”: ENTRE O BEM E O MAL DOS CORPOS FEMININOS
Authors: Rezende Karla Beatriz Cézar de Paulo , Mendonça Felipe Viero Kolinski Machado
Published: January 2025

Neste artigo, nos debruçamos sobre os sentidos mobilizados a partir da figura da cultura pop Britney Spears e como essas práticas discursivas são usadas na perpetuação de uma performatividade de gênero (Butler, 2003). Nesse contexto, refletimos sobre o corpo feminino (Butler, 2018; Le Breton, 2007; Louro, 2018) que é socialmente marcado, entendendo, principalmente, que as construções desses corpos sofrem influências de discursos religiosos. Ao apontar a participação da Igreja na fabricação dos corpos femininos, estudamos representações bíblicas como Eva e Lilith (Assis; Muneratto, 2013; Wandermurem, 2007), além da figuração pagã das bruxas (Kolinski Machado; Silva, 2021; Zordan, 2005), que juntas expõem essa dualidade entre luz e trevas. Para isso, acionamos o conceito de acontecimentos midiáticos (França; Lopes, 2017; Simões, 2012a, 2012b) para reconhecer indicativos a partir da exploração de diversos “textos midiáticos”, os sentidos e representações produzidas e, então, analisar a partir deles as significações que atravessaram o corpo de Britney Spears e o que isso revela sobre os comportamentos esperados das mulheres.
DA PSICOLOGIA ANALÍTICA AO TIKTOK: O QUE PERFIS QUE PROMOVEM E SE APROPRIAM DO CONCEITO DE ARQUÉTIPO SUGEREM SOBRE A CONSTITUIÇÃO IDENTITÁRIA
Authors: Rodrigues Leonardo Santana dos Santos , Tondato Marcia Perencin
Published: January 2025

Cunhado originalmente pelo psicanalista Carl Jung, o conceito de arquétipo tem sido apropriado por coaches e criadores de conteúdos relacionados ao mercado esotérico e de autoajuda para vender cursos, consultorias e produtos midiáticos com foco em desenvolvimento pessoal. Em passos simples, se ensina como ativar arquétipos que, segundo se acredita, podem influenciar nosso modo de ser e de agir, favorecendo a obtenção de ganhos pessoais e profissionais. Neste artigo, temos como objetivo entender como tais profissionais promovem, por meio da apropriação comercial do conceito de arquétipo, rituais de consumo e formas de apresentação do self em plataformas de redes sociais. Para isso, realizamos um estudo exploratório com base em 21 vídeos a respeito de arquétipos publicados no TikTok. Observamos que o fenômeno inspira representações de si nas plataformas e combina duas disposições: a promessa de que podemos ser nossa melhor versão e de que podemos ser tudo o que quisermos.
CARTOGRAFIA DE IMAGINÁRIOS COMO MÉTODO DE PESQUISA NOS ESTUDOS DE COMUNICAÇÃO
Authors: Meliani Nunes Mirian , Marassi Alessandra de Castro , Leão Lucia Isaltina
Published: January 2025

No contexto das pesquisas científicas do campo da comunicação que adotam a cartografia como perspectiva investigativa, o presente artigo visa contribuir especificamente com uma reflexão acerca do método de Cartografia de Imaginários (CI). A CI pode ser compreendida como um sistema fundado na articulação entre estudos do Imaginário, em suas relações com a Comunicação e a Cultura das Redes, e as aplicações do pensamento cartográfico em pesquisas científicas. O artigo está organizado em três mo(vi)mentos e olhares que dialogam com os objetos de estudo, para enxergá-lo em dimensões complementares: inicia com o foco ampliado para a contextualização panorâmica, apresentando um levantamento sobre o uso ou menção ao conceito da cartografia em pesquisas da área da comunicação. No segundo mo(vi)mento, o olhar é ajustado para o detalhamento particular de estudos que desenvolveram a Cartografia de Imaginários, em um recorte estabelecido por meio de curadoria. Por fim, elenca, de forma sistematizada, as premissas e procedimentos gerais que compõem o método de Cartografia de Imaginários aplicado ao campo da comunicação.
O BENEPLÁCIDO HERMENÊUTICO EM FAVOR DOS DEVEDORES/HERDEIROS
Authors: Cunha Leandro Reinaldo da
Published: January 2025

Em que pese a existência de certos preceitos que regem o nosso ordenamento jurídico em alguns casos a hermenêutica jurídica parece entender existente um metaprincípio tendente a favorecer os devedores e herdeiros em detrimento dos credores.
GESTAÇÃO EM SUBSTITUIÇÃO:
Authors: Cunha Leandro Reinaldo da
Published: January 2025

A gestação em substituição é tema de elevada relevância e que segue sem a devida atenção de nosso ordenamento jurídico.
LINGUAGEM DOS DIREITOS HUMANOS NAS OFENSIVAS ANTIGÊNERO
Authors: Mariano Gustavo Borges
Published: January 2025

Como as campanhas antigênero vêm crescendo em Portugal desde 2018, neste artigo analisarei como os discursos de direitos humanos são implantados em enunciados de dois eventos: um debate realizado na TV e um seminário online transmitido. O objetivo é analisar as figuras da criança, das pessoas trans*, dos pais e do Estado criadas dentro desse discurso. Avalio o discurso antigênero português com a metáfora do selvagem, da vítima e do salvador de Makau Mutua e com a crítica de Paul Preciado à lógica farmacopornográfica para compreender a circulação de afetos. As imagens veiculadas foram: a criança-vítima como necessitada de proteção, os pais como vítima e salvador, e a pessoa trans* como selvagem (junto com o Estado). Os direitos humanos são mobilizados como uma ferramenta bioficcional que posiciona as pessoas dentro dessa equação e reforça próteses de subjetividades para explorar a excitação dos pais pelo controle onipotente por meio da subordinação dos filhos e da abjeção de pessoas trans*.
Machine Learning: An In-Depth Review
Authors: Tulasi G Amrutha Swapna
Published: January 2025

A large volume of data, such as IoT, cybersecurity, mobile, and health data, is being generated. Machine learning
(ML) is essential for analyzing this data and developing intelligent applications. This paper examines different
ML algorithms, including supervised, unsupervised, semi-supervised, and reinforcement learning, as well as deep
learning methods capable of processing large datasets. It provides an overview of how these algorithms are
applied in areas like cybersecurity, smart cities, healthcare, e-commerce, and agriculture. The paper also highlights the challenges and potential future research directions, offering valuable insights for both academic and industry professionals.
Microcomputer Controlled Color Identification Robot Arm
Authors: Kingsely Nnamani, Ikechukwu , Emmanue Nwogbaga, Nweso , Chinagolum Ituma, , Chibueze Stephen , Mbanefo Emewu, Benedict
Published: January 2025

In this twenty first century, there is an increasing need to create artificial arms for different inhuman situations
where human interaction is difficult or impossible. The application of robots in solving human needs has enhanced
man’s performances, especially in the issue of color blindness in human and inconsistency with color
identification. The research work is to design and construct a robot arm that is controlled by a Computer system
that can Identify Color. This research work can be achieved by develop a robot arm with four degree of freedom
that is downward and upward movement, clockwise and anticlockwise movement. In this system, Modularization
Methodology was used which involved the breaking down of large systems into smaller parts (module). Each
module was constructed independently to optimize the full function of the entire system. The three primary colors
identified were Red, Green and Blue. The identification of a particular color was done by light intensity to
frequency converter method. The Arduino Uno provided an interface with the control circuit and computer system
via USB cable. The Relay controlled the movement of the robot by sending signal to the DC motors. The TSC3200
programmable color sensor was used to detect and measure the visible range of the colored materials from the work space. The research project successfully carried out the task of identifying the color of object at the preprogrammed work place. This robot can be used as Color sorter and Agricultural machine.
Role Of Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning In CRM And Business Management
Authors: Garg Deepti
Published: January 2025

This study proposes a robust framework for improving Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and
business management systems via the combination of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and
Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. The suggested architecture tackles the increasing issues of data quality,
real-time processing, and scalability through IoT-enabled data gathering, AI-enhanced data integration, and
ML-driven predictive analytics. Essential characteristics comprise actionable insights, automation, and a
feedback mechanism for ongoing enhancement. The framework illustrates its capacity to customize client
encounters, enhance resource allocation, and refine decision-making processes. This study establishes a solid
basis for enhancing CRM tactics in the digital age by examining innovative methodologies and their
consequences. Future research avenues encompass explainable AI, cost-effective solutions for SMEs, and privacy-preserving methodologies to guarantee secure and transparent data management
Desenvolvimento Do Pensamento Computacional No Ensino Básico: Análise Dos Efeitos Do Ensino De Lógica De Programação No Raciocínio Lógico Matemático De Alunos Do 8° Ano
Authors: Carneiro Kalil Vinicius Andrade , Kruger Juliano Milton
Published: January 2025

O raciocínio lógico é um dos componentes essenciais para um bom desenvolvimento do ser nas mais diversas
áreas do conhecimento. Por definição, é um processo de estruturação do pensamento que, de acordo com as
normas lógicas, permite chegar a uma determinada conclusão ou resolver um problema. A matemática é a área
de conhecimento que mais se utiliza deste fundamento. Em comum a isso, o desenvolvimento de softwares também
se integra a este componente. Para se criar e aprimorar programas, o desenvolvedor deve ter como capacidade
primordial a de elaborar soluções através de conceitos que se ligam através de enlaces lógicos. A elaboração de
um código é puramente a junção de diversas palavras-chaves que irão desencadear funções através de um
raciocínio lógico realizado pela máquina. É possível então relacionar os aprendizados da lógica de programação
com o aprimoramento do raciocínio lógico matemático de diversas pessoas. Benefícios como aumento da
criatividade, melhora no rendimento e facilidade na resolução de problemas são consequências importantes da
integração destes saberes. O objetivo deste trabalho acadêmico foi demonstrar que a lógica de programação
pode ser, além de ferramenta no desenvolvimento do pensamento computacional, uma porta de acesso à melhoria
do raciocínio como um todo. Para isto foi aplicada uma pesquisa exploratória com alunos do ensino básico com
a realização de avaliações e obtenção de dados para verificação dos resultados. Os resultados demonstraram
que a introdução do ensino de lógica de programação proporcionou uma melhoria significativa no raciocínio
lógico-matemático de 60% dos alunos avaliados, evidenciando o impacto positivo da metodologia aplicada. As
atividades práticas, aliadas ao uso de ferramentas como Blockly e Portugol, não apenas facilitaram a
compreensão dos conceitos, mas também estimularam o interesse dos estudantes pela área tecnológica, com
alguns explorando os aprendizados além da sala de aula. A pesquisa concluiu que a lógica de programação é
uma abordagem promissora para o desenvolvimento do pensamento computacional e do raciocínio lógico,
especialmente no contexto do ensino básico. No entanto, desafios como infraestrutura limitada e o curto período
de aplicação restringiram o potencial da iniciativa. Apesar disso, os benefícios observados destacam a relevância de investir em estratégias educacionais inovadoras que integrem tecnologia ao currículo escolar, promovendo habilidades essenciais para o século XXI
Influence Du Style De Management Sur La Pérennité Des Projets De Développement Communautaire.
Authors: T Ribouis Déo-Gratias
Published: January 2025

Cet article vise à apprécier l’influence du style de management sur la pérennité des acquis des projets de
développement communautaire. Sur la base des entretiens semi-directifs et sur un échantillon de 359 individus
composés des chefs quartiers, des autorités communales et des gestionnaires des projets de développement
communautaire, des données sont collectées et traitées grâce à l’analyse factorielle exploratoire (AFE) et à
l’analyse factorielle confirmatoire sur la base de méthode d’équations structurelles pour évaluer la validité du
modèle de recherche. L’AFE est réalisée grâce au logiciel SPSS 26 alors que les équations structurelles sont
réalisées grâce au logiciel AMOS 23.
Il ressort globalement de cette étude que le style participatif de gestion influence positivement l’implication des
bénéficiaires et l'intégration de la culture communautaire dans la gestion des projets de développement communautaire. Ainsi, seul le style de management participatif permet de pérenniser les projets de développement communautaire.