bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Probing Promting Untuk Meningkatkan Pola Berpikir Kritis Peserta Didik Pada Mata Pelajaran Fikih Kelas VIII MTS Nurul Islam
Authors: Darmataksiah Darmataksiah  , Satria Wiguna
Published: September 2024

The learning process which is still teacher-centered causes students to be less active and less enthusiastic in the learning process, students are more silent and only listen to the explanations given by the teacher. The result is low student learning outcomes in Fiqh subjects and passive and inactive learning. Critical thinking is very important for student learning progress, especially in learning jurisprudence. Basically, fiqh lessons are fun learning, because they teach many things about everyday life based on concrete examples and how students can solve the problems they face. The importance of critical thinking for everyday life. This research uses the classroom action research (PTK) method. The subjects of this research are 19 students in class VIII of MTs Private Nurul Islam Paluh Dungun. Application of the probing promting learning model in Fiqh lessons about Prostration of Gratitude and Prostration of Tilawah for class VIII students at MTs Private Nurul Islam Paluh Dungun. Classroom action research carried out in Cycle I and Cycle II to apply the probing learning model in Fiqh lessons was proven to have improved students' critical thinking patterns and student learning outcomes. This can be seen from the results of the percentage of completeness of student learning outcomes in Cycle I, which was 63.15% and increased in Cycle II, namely 84.2%. So it can be concluded that the application of the probing learning model can improve students' critical thinking patterns in Fiqh lessons in class VIII MTs Private Nurul Islam Paluh Dungun.
Pengaruh Penggunaan Sistem Penurun Temperatur Air Pendingin Jenis Roda Pendingin Terhadap Konsumsi Bahan Bakar dan Laju Peningkatan Temperatur Motor Diesel Stasioner
Authors: Fathur Rohman  , Antok Yuliyanto  , Tito Fadhil Attariq  , Eko Surjadi
Published: September 2024

In stationary diesel motors, the temperature reduction is carried out by cooling water and the temperature of the cooling water is lowered by environmental or natural air. This will be problematic if used in areas with relatively limited water supplies, where for stationary diesel motors of the above type, cooling water is always reduced and must be added. Throughout the operation. Apart from overcoming the problems above, the aim of this research is to obtain the most economical reduction in fuel consumption by using a system for reducing the temperature of the load wheel cooling water on stationary diesel motors. The research method uses the independent variable in the form of a load wheel with variations in the number of fins and variations in fin angle, the dependent variable is the rate of increase in heat and fuel consumption while the control variable is taken as room temperature during the test. The test results show that the greater the angle of the fin to the center line of the flywheel has an effect, where the greater the fin angle of the flywheel will cause the rate of increase in water temperature in the reservoir to be slower than the rate of increase in water temperature with a larger angle small, even though the effect is small, it results in a reduction in fuel use to an average 50%  The conclusion obtained is that the use of a load wheel cooling water temperature reduction system on stationary diesel motors is better than the use of a standard (natural) cooling system. Almost the same as a radiator system.
Hubungan Literasi Numerasi dengan Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Siswa Madrasah Ibtidaiyah di Sidoarjo Jawa Timur
Authors: Dewi Yulia Putri S.  , Hanik Yuni Alfiyah
Published: September 2024

This study aims (1) to find out how numeracy literacy of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students in Sidoarjo, East Java, (2) to find out how critical thinking skills of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students in Sidoarjo, East Java, (3) to find out whether there is a relationship between literacy and critical thinking skills of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students in Sidoarjo, East Java. This research is a correlation research with a quantitative approach with types of Product moment correlation research. The research was conducted in MI Roudlotul Islamiyah Wonoayu sub-district and MI TANADA Waru sub-district. Researchers took 18% of the population i.e. 131 students out of 729 students. The results of the research that have been conducted are known that the correlation efficiency between numeracy literacy (X) and critical thinking skills (Y) is 0.5391 which shows a moderate level of correlation. The correlation efficiency is positive which means there is a positive relationship. The correlation that occurs is significant because the calculated value is greater than ttable, which is 0.14430.1716. Therefore, the null hypothesis that states there is no relationship between numeracy literacy and the critical thinking ability of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students in Sidoarjo, East Java is "rejected", while the working hypothesis that states there is an influence of numeracy literacy with the critical thinking ability of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students in Sidoarjo, East Java is "accepted".
Penerapan Strategi Pemasaran Dalam Menarik Minat Konsumen pada UMKM
Authors: Dwi Yanti Wahyu Lestari  , Tazkia Nehayata Muna  , Lilis Renfiana
Published: September 2024

Marketing strategy is a tool to achieve success in attracting consumer buying interest without destroying relationships with entrepreneurs who produce the same goods. Usually, marketing strategy is said to be the basis for preparing an overall business plan. This research aims to gain knowledge about marketing strategies in attracting consumer interest, as well as an overview of how effective the implementation of marketing strategies is. The research was conducted at Kedai Siempur. The research uses descriptive qualitative research with observation and interview data collection techniques. From the results of the analysis of the implementation of marketing strategies at Kedai Siempur, they have implemented a segmentation strategy in which there is no consumer specialization, in terms of targeting they have provided maximum service and listened to input from consumers, and in positioning they prioritize quality ingredients and hold promotions so that consumers are interested. , and has implemented a marketing mix including product, price, location and promotion. This shows an increase in total sales from month to month and this is used as a reference in maintaining a marketing strategy to attract consumer buying interest in Kedai Siempur.
Analisis Pengelolaan Arsip PT XYZ
Authors: Fina Novita Sari Simanjuntak  , Christian Wiradendi Wolor  , Marsofiyati Marsofiyati
Published: September 2024

One element of this administrative activity is information storage and document storage activities known as archives. As a recorder of information from all organizational activities, archives function as a memory center, decision support, proof of the existence of the organization, and for other organizational purposes. Considering the very important function archives, then there must be good and correct archive management. Important letters and documents in an organization, both government and private, of course require an archiving process,In archive management, there are several archival jobs or activities, an archive management system needs to be implemented to facilitate the storage and retrieval of archives whenever needed quickly and precisely, so it is necessary to determine the storage method.The purpose of this research is to find out what the archive storage system is at PT XYZ to find out what problems or obstacles are being faced and experienced. The population in this study were 4 employees who already had a lot of experience at PT XYZ .The research method used in this research is a qualitative descriptive method. Researchers used interviews and also distributed questionnaires to employees to get actual data. PT XYZ has done the archiving quite well but there are still obstacles and challenges in archiving. This problem also occurs due to a lack of manpower for the archiving process.
Anteseden dari Consumers’ Csr Engagement on Social Media pada Restoran Cepat Saji
Authors: Rasyifa Shaliha  , Robert Kristaung  , Fatik Rahayu
Published: September 2024

This research was conducted to examine the influence of CSR associations and motivation based on need for social bonding on consumers' CSR engagement on social media. This research had 200 respondents who filled out a questionnaire distributed via social media. This research uses the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) data analysis method. The results of the research conducted are: (1) There is a positive influence of CSR associations on motivation based on need for social bonding, (2) There is a positive influence of motivation based on need for social bonding on consumers' CSR engagement on social media.
Implementasi Service Quality Dalam Pelayanan Perpustakaan di Dinas Perpustakaan Dan Arsip Kabupaten Deli Serdang
Authors: Sopa Rosa Lubis  , Achiriah Achiriah  , Abdi Mubarak Syam
Published: September 2024

This research is about the implementation of service quality in library services at the Library and Archives Office of Deli Serdang Regency. In investigating the implementation of service quality in library services at the Library and Archives Office of Deli Serdang Regency, researchers used descriptive qualitative research. Data collection occurred in a natural environment. Positive recognition of quick responses and guidance from library staff created opportunities to encourage positive behavior. Lack of time and internet connectivity, indicating potential improvements in terms of technical infrastructure. The findings highlight the importance of continuous evaluation of library services. The extent to which remedial action is taken in response to evaluation results can have a positive impact on user satisfaction. By implementing such effects, the Deli Serdang library and archives service will be able to further improve the quality of its services and ensure its patrons' needs are met thereby increasing user satisfaction. The department has one librarian and 17 library technology staff members. Additional librarians are needed, especially in the IT department. Understanding the Concept of Service Quality and Visitor Satisfaction: Service Quality of Deli Serdang Library and Archives. Service is the key to improving visitor satisfaction. Library management is an important component of service success. Utilization of various library services includes.
Solar Radiometer Efficiency Study Based on Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithms and Variable Parameter Goal Planning Design Models
Authors: Xie Jiaxuan , Zhou Wenjie
Published: September 2024

Sunset mirror is an important basic light collection unit in a tower photovoltaic power generation system, and the construction of sunset mirrors as optical power generation is of great significance for building green ecological targets in China. Based on the planning of establishing a heliostat field in a circular area, a shading efficiency model is established to study the optical efficiency of the heliostat field and its output efficiency under different sunlight angles and mirror parameters. Then, based on the theoretical algorithm of shading efficiency, the parameter information of the heliostat field is optimized, and the optimal solution of the design parameters of the heliostat field satisfying the constraints is solved by using the optimized particle swarm algorithm. This research can make fuller use of solar energy resources and achieve the goals of sustainable development and environmental protection.
Critical Discourse Analysis of Judicial Conversations in Vietnam: A Case Study
Authors: Ly Phan Tuan
Published: September 2024

This article analyzed the interrogation conversation between the jury members and the defendant in a criminal trial in Vietnam. The examined corpus consisted of four conversations with a capacity of about 43 minutes during the interrogation at a criminal trial in Vietnam. Content description and discourse analysis are used as methods from a qualitative approach to explore how power was exercised, maintained, and legitimized in Vietnamese legal conversational discourses. The research results showed that there were seven ways of expression conducted by the jury to produce power in conversation. Specifically, they were the obligation to use polite words/phrases in the defendant's responses, the obligation of the defendants to answer the juris in a question-answer pair, the phenomenon of interruption, the right to change the subject of the conversation, the Trial Panel’s request to take action of the defendants, the questions not for informational purposes, the phenomenon of omitting the subject during questioning.
Towards an Egyptian Theatre: Syncretic Aesthetics in the Works of Tawfiq al-Hakim and Yousuf Idris
Authors: Hafeez Ghada Abdel , Elhafeez Ne’am Abd
Published: September 2024

Tawfiq al-Ḥakīm (1898-1987) and Yūsuf Idrīs (1927-1991) are two towering figures in Egyptian and Arabic theatre, not only for their poignant social commentary but also for their bold theoretical and theatrical innovations. Their contributions served to decolonize the Egyptian stage and paved the way for subsequent generations to reclaim an Egyptian identity. The objective of the current research paper is to investigate how the two playwrights syncretized elements from Western and Eastern theatrical traditions that created unique and impactful theatrical experiences which are neither Western nor indigenous but amalgamation of both. Moreover, the paper delves into the dramatic world of al-Ḥakīm and Idrīs, specifically al-Ḥakīm’s Agamemnon (as revisited and reworked in Qālibunā al-masraḥī [Our Theatrical Mold (1967) and Idrīs’s al-Farāfīr (1964). Through an examination of these plays, the analysis explores the playwrights' experimentation with dramatic form, which draws upon the rich tapestry of Egyptian folk culture, while simultaneously engaging with the universality of content found within the Western dramatic canon. The research paper is grounded in a multifaceted theoretical framework that integrates several theoretical concepts. Deploying Christopher Balme’s “syncretism,” along with Homi Bhabha’s “third space” and Erika Fischer-Lichte’s “interweaving” as analytical framework, this paper examines the transaction between indigenous and colonial theatrical productions that led to the emergence of new dramaturgies by al-Ḥakīm and Idrīs that bridge the precolonial, colonial, and postcolonial paradigms. The paper concludes that the playwrights’ incorporation of syncretic forms in their plays represents the recognition of multifaceted cultural heritage.
Mendeskripsikan Pentingnya Pengintegrasian Media dan Teknologi dalam Pembelajaran
Authors: Azhar Khairul , Tampubolon Anugrah Mulia , Nazliah Rahmi
Published: September 2024

Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan pentingnya pengintegrasian media dan teknologi dalam pembelajaran. Dalam konteks ini, kita menjelajahi bagaimana penggunaan media dan teknologi memiliki dampak positif dalam meningkatkan efektivitas pembelajaran. artikel ini menggunakan pendekatan studi pustaka yang melibatkan pengumpulan data dari berbagai sumber pustaka, seperti buku, jurnal dan penelitian yang telah dilakukan sebelumnya. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian yang dilakukan bahwa penggunaan media dan teknologi memiliki dampak positif dalam meningkatkan efektivitas pembelajaran. Terlebih lagi, membahas peran penting integrasi media dan teknologi dalam mengubah paradigma pendidikan tradisional menuju pendekatan yang lebih interaktif, dinamis, dan relevan dengan kebutuhan peserta didik masa kini. Dengan pemahaman yang mendalam tentang pentingnya pengintegrasian media dan teknologi dalam pembelajaran, diharapkan kita dapat memanfaatkan potensi penuh dari teknologi modern untuk menciptakan pengalaman pembelajaran yang lebih efektif dan menarik bagi semua pihak yang terlibat dalam proses pendidikan.
Penggunaan Aplikasi Mobile iGooana dalam Meningkatkan Kinerja Karyawan di PT Indolima Perkasa
Authors: Putra Aries Denta , Hidayat Sholeh , Nulhakim Lukman
Published: September 2024

Perkembangan teknologi dan konektivitas internet telah mendorong terciptanya berbagai aplikasi mobile yang mengubah cara berbisnis di era digital. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana aplikasi mobile mendorong perkembangan di dunia bisnis digital dan bagaimana aplikasi mobile iGooana sebagai salah satu aplikasi pendukung untuk meningkatkan kinerja karyawan dalam bisnis digital. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif studi literatur, dengan melakukan pengumpulan data berupa survey dan penelitian-penelitian terdahulu melalui platform digital google search, dengan melakukan analisis deskriptif terhadap hasil data yang telah terkumpul. iGooana, dengan fitur-fitur seperti iGooana Survey, iGooana Chatbot, dan iGooana Analytics, membantu perusahaan dalam mengumpulkan dan menganalisa data secara real time, meningkatkan interaksi dengan pelanggan, dan memberikan umpan balik yang komprehensif kepada karyawan. Melalui penggunaan aplikasi-aplikasi ini, perusahaan dapat meningkatkan efisiensi operasional dan kinerja karyawan, sekaligus menghadapi tantangan dalam pengadopsian teknologi baru. Penelitian ini menyoroti pentingnya inovasi dan adaptasi teknologi dalam meningkatkan daya saing dan produktivitas di pasar bisnis digital.
Pengaruh Kualitas Produk terhadap Loyalitas Pelanggan yang Dimediasi oleh Kepuasan Pelanggan pada Air Minum dalam Kemasan Galon Merek Aqua
Authors: Yuliani Silvi , Herawati Siti
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini menguji seberapa puas pelanggan Kota Cimahi dengan air minum galon AQUA dan bagaimana hal itu memengaruhi loyalitas merek mereka terhadap kualitas produk. Instrumen penelitian menjalani uji validitas, reliabilitas, asumsi klasik, dan regresi sederhana dan ganda. Instrumen digunakan untuk mengumpulkan data dari responden yang pernah meminum air minum dalam kemasan galon di Kota Cimahi, subjek penelitian ini, dan yang berusia minimal 17 tahun. Jumlah total responden yang dievaluasi dalam penelitian ini adalah 90 orang. Perangkat Lunak SPPS versi 25 dan uji Sobel merupakan perangkat penelitian yang digunakan untuk menguji instrumen data. Studi tersebut menemukan bahwa kepuasan konsumen memengaruhi kualitas dan loyalitas produk. Kualitas produk meningkatkan kepuasan pelanggan, yang selanjutnya meningkatkan loyalitas pelanggan.
The Portrayal of Urban Environmental Issues in Love, Lies and Indomee by Nuril Basri
Authors: Agustine Siska Wahyu , Yulianto Henrikus Joko
Published: September 2024

Humans are dependent on nature, where humans need nature for their residence and for their daily needs.  Humans should have a sense of care for nature as a form of reward. However, that statement is an illusion, because they are actually destroying nature. As a big city, Jakarta is a destination for migrants to improve their social or economic life. Uncontrolled population growth is one of the impacts of massive urbanization. As a result, social and ecological disparities become urban environmental issues that need to be considered by various parties. By using descriptive qualitative method, the researcher identified the phenomenon of urban environmental issues that occur in Jakarta, as the physical setting in Love, Lies and Indomee by Nuril Basri. Through this study, it is hoped that the readers will know the various kinds of urban environmental issues that occur in urban areas so that they will enthusiastically participate in the actions in protecting the environment.
Pola Komunikasi Virtual dalam Komunitas Game Online Counter Strike 2 Indonesia
Authors: Bassam Najwa Syaifudin
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui budaya dan pola komunikasi yang terjadi pada komunitas game online Counter Strike 2 Indonesia. Dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif melalui pendekatan etnografi virtual dengan empat level analisis media siber. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan cara observasi artisipan, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya perbedaan budaya yang terjadi pada setiap komunitas Counter Strike 2 indonesia yang di pengaruhi oleh motif dan motivasi setiap anggota pada dunia offline. serta adanya tiga penggunaan pola komunikasi virtual pada kedua anggota komunitas selama bermain game online Counter Strike 2 berupa pola komunikasi sekunder, premier dan sirkular. Berdasarkan hasil pengamatan dan analisis dengan pendekatan etnografi virtual yang melibatkan observasi partisipatif, wawancara, dan dokumentasi, ditemukan adanya perbedaan budaya antara komunitas a gaming server dan komunitas YOWW dalam bermain game online Counter Strike 2. Perbedaan ini terlihat pada empat level analisis media siber: media space, media object, media archive, dan experiential stories. Pada level media space, perbedaan tampak dalam kepemilikan akun, dengan anggota komunitas a gaming server yang umumnya memiliki dua akun, sedangkan anggota YOWW hanya satu.
Effects of Child Marriage on Education and Health of Women in Rural Naogaon District of Bangladesh: A Conceptual Analysis
Authors: Islam Md Ariful , Imtiaz S M , Akter Mst. Sharmin , Khatun Mst. Rabeya , Biswas Eati Rani
Published: September 2024

Child marriage is a pressing global concern, and Bangladesh is no exception to this social reality. Undoubtedly, child marriage significantly hinders worldwide women’s empowerment, constituting a severe violation of human rights. In developing countries, including Bangladesh, as a result of child marriage on education and health, social indicators of women’s empowerment are affected, which creates obstacles to reaching sustainable development goals. The main purpose of this study is to identify the effects of child marriage on education and health of women and explore the relationships among child marriage, women empowerment and sustainable development goals. A mixed methodology was applied to this study. By using Snowball sampling techniques, data was collected from 35 respondents 4 male and 31 female, who were read in primary (27) and secondary (8) school.The findings of the study identified that the education and health of women in Naogaon at Sapahar are seriously affected due to child marriage. As a result of child marriage, girls are dropping out of school, deprived of education, creating gender inequality, and hampering women’s empowerment; on the other hand, girls are losing physical and mental health, suffering malnutrition and long-term health diseases, increasing their risk of maternal and child mortality. We was found child marriage as the main and only reason for female students dropping out of school both Primary and secondary school Here, 100 percent of the total female respondents dropped out of child marriage. The health condition of the girl’s respondents of this study is more vulnerable because the girl’s age of marriage is very low. In the study area, the average age of marriage of total respondent was 13, (the age of male respondentis 15 and female student was 11). Lowest age of female was 9 (eleven case) and lowest age of male was 14 (two case). These findings can serve as valuable insights for academics and policymakers, guiding the development of effective plans and programs to address child marriage. Ultimately, the goal is to contribute to achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs) and creating a better future for women in Bangladesh.
Development and Validation of an Assessment Tool for Measuring Innovative Thinking in STEM Students
Authors: Nacion Ronald H
Published: September 2024

The researcher conducted this study to develop and validate an instrument, an assessment tool for measuring innovative thinking in STEM students of Hilongos National Vocational School, Hilongos, Leyte, in 2024. It was done in three phases: (1) Construct Specification and Item Creation, (2) Content Validation and (3) Internal Consistency Assessment. Figure 1 shows the overview of the instrument development and validation process adopted from Bazhan et al.,. (2023) with modifications. As to content validity, the expert panel members evaluated the 150 items based on the four-point scale. Then, CVI for each item was calculated. Items are retained if they have a Content Validity Ratio (CVR) of 0.60 or higher and a Content Validity Index (CVI) of 0.80 or higher, while items are eliminated if they fall below either criterion, with a CVR of less than 0.60 or a CVI of less than 0.80. The remaining items were revised to experts’ recommendations in terms of the consistency of statements’ verb tenses and the points of view utilized. As to internal consistency, it revealed that the reliability of the five constructs is greater than 0.90, indicating that the reliability is acceptable. This implies that all items demonstrated a valid internal consistency. Cronbach’s α between 0.8 to 1 shows good reliability, between 0.6 to 0.79 indicates the reliability is acceptable, and less than 0.6 indicates poor reliability. The developed questionnaire for measuring innovative thinking in STEM students exhibited strong reliability and content validity. The instrument effectively captured the core dimensions of innovative thinking, such as observing, questioning, experimenting, idea networking, and associating. The factor analysis results supported the instrument's underlying structure, and Cronbach's alpha values indicated high internal consistency. These findings suggest that the questionnaire is a reliable and valid tool for assessing innovative thinking in STEM students.
Forest planning to reduce disturbance damage in the context of climate change
Authors: López-Andújar Fustel Teresa
Published: September 2024

In recent years, there has been a strong focus on how forests can mitigate climate change and sustainably provide ecosystem services. In this context, natural disturbances have gained importance, as severe disturbances may pose a threat to the provision of ecosystem services such as timber production. This thesis expands our understanding of how forest management planning can mitigate forest susceptibility to disturbance by investigating the connection between well-known management strategies and their influence on the forests’ susceptibility to damage by major natural disturbances in Sweden. In addition, the thesis presents new forest planning models specifically addressing European spruce bark beetle insect and wind damage, given their importance in Sweden. The forest planning models developed in the research underlying this thesis use exact optimization methods to achieve specific spatial forest characteristics enhancing resistance to natural disturbances by identifying the optimal management for each stand in the landscape over the planning horizon. To reduce the forest's susceptibility to spruce bark beetle attacks, management strategies should prioritize shorter rotation periods and incorporate mixed-species stands. In contrast, to reduce forest susceptibility to wind damage, it is important to reduce the length of forest edges exposed to wind as well as avoid undertaking final harvests near mature stands to help in maintaining shelter between forest stands. The studies in this thesis reveal that adaptation costs can affect net present value and total harvest volumes by 5 to 10%, reducing substantially forest susceptibility. To conclude, the understanding of each type of disturbance is of the utmost importance for adapting forest management to either reduce or promote specific forest characteristics that affect susceptibility. This thesis shows that, with well-oriented forest management planning, there are good opportunities to reduce susceptibility to damage from natural disturbances.
MicroRNA-21, C-C chemokine receptor type 7, and twinfilin actin binding protein 1 expression in fresh frozen breast tissue samples
Authors: Dabban Romar , Baclig Michael , Enriquez Ma. Luisa
Published: September 2024

Breast cancer ranks second worldwide as the most common cancer in both sexes and is the leading cancer in women. Individuals at high risk of developing breast cancer are recommended mammography to detect early-stage disease. Although this technique was shown to reduce mortality, its usefulness is limited by high false-positive rates due to its inability to differentiate benign from malignant tumors. These problems highlight the need for markers to enhance breast cancer screening strategies. Proposed biomarkers, microRNA-21 (miRNA-21), C-C Chemokine Receptor Type 7 (CCR7), and Twinfilin Actin Binding Protein 1 (TWF1), were evaluated based on their role in cancer progression. In this retrospective analytical cross-sectional study, sixty-four fresh frozen breast tissue samples from the Human Cancer Biobank of St. Luke’s Medical Center Quezon City (i.e., 32 breast tumor samples with paired adjacent non-tumor tissue) were retrieved to evaluate the relative expression of miRNA-21, CCR7, and TWF1 using TaqMan® assays. MiRNA-16 was used for miRNA normalization, and 18S rRNA was used for gene expression normalization. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis was performed to examine the diagnostic capabilities of the studied biomarkers. MiRNA-21 (P<.001), CCR7 (P=.003), and TWF1 (P=.003) expression had a significant difference in breast tumors from the paired non-tumor tissue. Additionally, miRNA-21 and TWF1 were able to differentiate early-stage (P<.001; P=.008) and late-stage (P<.001; P=.009) breast tumors from non-tumors. In contrast, CCR7 only differentiated early-stage breast tumors (P=.014). No significant differences were observed between early and late-stage breast tumors. Furthermore, ROC curves of miRNA-21, CCR7, and TWF1 were all statistically significant with area under the curve values of 0.951, 0.697, and 0.733, respectively. MiRNA-21 testing offers to augment the current cancer diagnostic strategy if less invasive samples, such as whole blood, become the sample of choice for testing. However, larger cohorts are needed to validate the clinical implications of the studied biomarkers in breast cancer monitoring.
Ayurvedic insights for Psychological wellness
Authors: Kumar Soni Dr. Satish , Sharma Satyanarayan
Published: September 2024

Psychological wellness is a critical aspect of overall health, encompassing mental clarity, emotional balance, and resilience. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of holistic medicine, offers a unique perspective on psychological well-being by emphasizing the interconnection between the mind, body, and spirit. This article explores the Ayurvedic approach to mental health, focusing on the concept of Manas (mind), the influence of the three gunas (Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas), and the role of dosha imbalances in psychological disorders. Ayurveda's strategies for promoting mental health include a balanced diet, daily and seasonal routines, and the use of specific herbal remedies such as Ashwagandha, Brahmi, and Shankhapushpi. Additionally, therapeutic practices like Panchakarma, Nasya, Shirodhara, and meditation are highlighted for their effectiveness in enhancing psychological wellness. The article also discusses the relevance of mindfulness and meditation in cultivating a Sattvic mind, which is essential for achieving mental stability and clarity. In the modern context, Ayurveda’s principles are increasingly integrated into contemporary mental health care, with growing scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Ayurvedic practices. As the demand for holistic and natural approaches to mental health continues to rise, Ayurveda's comprehensive and individualized strategies present a valuable complement to conventional treatments, offering a promising path toward sustained psychological wellness.
Nghiên cứu nâng cao khả năng chống hút ẩm và khả năng chảy nước của bột chữa cháy ABC phù hợp với khí hậu Việt Nam
Authors: Đạt Nguyễn Hữu , Nguyễn Vũ Giang , Mai Đức Huynh , Trần Hữu Trung , Nguyễn Thị Thu Trang , Trần Thị Mai , Nguyễn Tiến Minh , Huynh Hoàng Ngọc , Nguyễn Thị Mùa
Published: September 2024

Bột chữa cháy ABC được sử dụng rộng rãi trong công tác phòng cháy và chữa cháy nhờ hiệu quả dập cháy nhanh, giá thành thấp. Tuy nhiên, trong điều kiện khí hậu Việt Nam, độ ẩm thường xuyên vượt quá 80% làm giảm đáng kể hiệu quả của sản phẩm này. Để giải quyết vấn đề này, nghiên cứu này đề xuất một phương pháp biến tính bề mặt nhằm nâng cao tính chất của bột chữa cháy ABC. Nghiên cứu sử dụng chất biến tính silan để xử lý bề mặt của các hạt bột chữa cháy, mang lại những cải thiện đáng kể về khả năng chống ẩm, chống thấm nước cũng như ngăn ngừa hiện tượng đóng bánh và vón cục của bột chữa cháy ABC. Kết quả nghiên cứu chỉ ra rằng bột chữa cháy ABC cải tiến không chỉ giữ được hiệu quả chữa cháy mà còn thể hiện khả năng chảy được nâng cao, phù hợp hơn với các điều kiện khí hậu cụ thể phổ biến ở Việt Nam.
Marind Indigenous Ecological Justice: Laudato Si' And Ecological Resilience Facing Industrial Expansion In Merauke, South Papua
Authors: Sarang Rikardus Kristian , Wea Donatus , Gaol Erly Lumban , Pudjiarti Emiliana Sri
Published: September 2024

This research analyzes the values of natural harmony in the cosmology of the Marind people of South Papua. The research object was carried out on LMA Marind and priests in the Merauke Archdiocese using a qualitative approach. The findings explain that deforestation due to the conversion of natural forests into large plantations in Merauke, South Papua has threatened the socio-cultural survival of the Marind tribe. The loss of forests as a basis for their ecological and spiritual adaptation is contrary to the principles of ecological justice and environmental sustainability in Laudato Si. Pope Francis emphasized that the earth is the common home of humanity which must be protected for the benefit of all generations. Inclusive development policy reform is needed in Merauke by meeting the needs of indigenous communities and restoring natural habitats as the main orientation, not just the interests of investors. Also, political empowerment of local communities to have control over their customary lands. Harmonization of nature conservation, the human rights of indigenous peoples, and the sustainability of cultural heritage are key amidst investment expansion. Full involvement of the indigenous Marind tribe with high understanding and responsibility is a requirement for ecological-socio-cultural sustainability in Merauke. Marind traditional ecological findings, 1) connectedness with the universe, 2) ecology is part of ancestral traditions and wisdom, 3) ecology is the balance of the ecosystem, 4) ecology is dependence on rivers and seas, 5) ecology is a connection with the supernatural.
Sömürgecilik, Alman Deneyimi ve Güney Afrika Örneği Üzerinden Diğer Sömürgecilik Deneyimleri ile Karşılaştırılması
Authors: Noyan Yekta
Published: September 2024

Alman sömürgecilik deneyimi, çeşitli sömürgecilik tarihleri ile karşılaştırılarak, ortak ve farklı noktaları irdelenmekte, diğer bir taraftan Alman tarihi ile Holokost arasında bir nedensellik bağı olup olmadığı araştırılmaktadır.
Guest Editorial: On Temporarily Regaining a Measure of Well-Being
Authors: Jardine Dr. David W.
Published: September 2024

This paper is an exploration of the experience of re-gaining a measure of well-being. New hearing aids helped me recognize and elaborate anew aspects of the art of interpretation and how it relies on noticing the unnoticed. Gadamer's The Enigma of Health also provides hints as to the troubles with the idea of ecological well-being being unnoticeable.
Policy Reflection: Letter of Credit Usage by Defined Benefit Pension Plans in Canada
Authors: Nielson Norma L. , Hedges Peggy L.
Published: September 2024

There is an argument to be made for letting corporations hold off on contributing to their employees’ defined benefit pension plans, as long as there is a guarantee the cash will come eventually. That is the reason that provincial governments began allowing creditworthy companies to instead provide a letter of credit, backed by a Canadian bank, guaranteeing the cash deposit, and secured by the company’s line of credit or some similar facility. Sometimes circumstances are such that a company needs all the cash it can get to grow, or perhaps to manage through tough economic times. Given the sluggish recovery from last decade’s financial crisis and the difficulty for pension funds to grow amid persistent low interest rates, it perhaps is understandable that more companies are using standby letters of credit as IOUs for their employee pensions. The letters provide the companies more flexibility with their capital, and diminish the risk that, should returns to pension funds rise again to more normal rates, there could be “trapped surplus.” It is, however, harder to make a case for why public sector companies and Crown corporations have begun using letters of credit in place of cash deposits to pensions. They certainly do not face the same pressure for capital flexibility, given their revenue is frequently assured, and they face no competition that would pressure them to redirect capital for strategic purposes. And yet, research shows that this is happening, at least to some degree. That should give policymakers pause. Unfortunately, there is a troubling lack of data available as to which organizations have been using letters of credit in place of cash contributions to pension funds. Clearly they are proving useful for some companies, and that the exact reasons vary widely. We observe some companies using the letter of credit option that would appear to have plenty of capital flexibility, so the rationale for their use might not be what the policy anticipated. Meanwhile, it is unclear why so many other companies have chosen not to avail themselves of this temporary pension-funding relief, despite the advantages it offers for avoiding the risk of trapped surpluses. There also remain restrictions on who can underwrite these credit guarantees — regulations do not consider foreign banks and insurance companies acceptable, for example — raising the cost for companies that arrange letters of credit. Taken together, it would seem that there are signs that the policy changes allowing pension-funding relief might be serving their purpose and might be helping companies that could use it, but there is a worrying lack of information to be sure how well they are working and what problems may loom. It certainly seems like a close review is in order. When a Crown corporation is writing IOUs to its defined-benefit pension fund, that is surely a sign that policy-makers are not keeping a close enough eye on the outcomes this policy has led to.
Finding “Win-Win” China’s Arctic Policy and what it means for Canada
Authors: Lajeunesse Adam
Published: September 2024

China is a “Near Arctic State” with national interests in Arctic resources, shipping lanes, and regional governance. That was the message delivered to the world in China’s new Arctic policy. The philosophy espoused in this White Paper is one of cooperation and mutual profit – what the Chinese have dubbed “win-win” polar partnerships. These partnerships have been expanding in recent years. Tens of billions of dollars in Chinese capital has flowed into oil and gas projects in Siberia and the Russian Arctic offshore, new shipping routes are being tested, and state-owned mining companies have acquired rich mineral deposits in Greenland and – to a lesser extent – Canada. These resources, and the sea lanes that connect them, have been labelled the “Polar Silk Road,” a maritime trade and shipping route supported by Chinese infrastructure spending running through the Northwest Passage and other circumpolar channels. China’s increasingly confident posture in the North represents real opportunities – and challenges – for Canada. Managed property, Chinese money can support the decades old Canadian dream of developing the Northwest Passage as a useable sea route, decreasing shipping costs, supporting development and improving the quality of life for Arctic residents. Managed incorrectly, Chinese activity might leave the Asian power with a degree of de facto control over the Arctic, damaging Canadian sovereignty and imperiling the country’s ability to manage this increasingly important region on Canadian terms. This new White Paper is as clear a signal as can be sent that China is coming into the Arctic with long-term strategic ambitions. Canada should not fear this development, but it must be prepared for it.
Assessing Policy Support for Emissions Intensive and Trade Exposed Industries
Authors: Dobson Sarah , Winter Jennifer
Published: September 2024

Jurisdictions implementing emissions pricing often face concerns arising from emissions-intensive and trade exposed (EITE) industries. These industries face higher costs than counterparts in other jurisdictions without emissions pricing. There is also risk of emissions leakage, where economic activity from EITE industries in a jurisdiction with emissions pricing leaves for jurisdictions without pricing, leading to lower economic activity and no net reduction in emissions. As a result of these two concerns, jurisdictions implementing carbon pricing often implement complementary policy to mitigate the cost impacts on EITE industries. In this paper we provide an overview of the EITE definitions and support policies in place in Canada and compare those to definitions and policies in Australia, California and the European Union. We evaluate both domestic and international EITE support policies using the metrics of administrative costs, economic efficiency, emissions reduction incentive, and equity across and within sectors.
The Influence of Non-State Shareholders Board Power on State-Owned Enterprises Internationalization Degree
Authors: Wang Ning , Zhang Puxin , Xie Yangyuxuan , Su Huizhong
Published: September 2024

This study explores the influence of non-state shareholders’ board power on the internationalization of state-owned enterprises and demonstrates the moderating effect of the business expectation gap and industry competition. Taking SOEs listed in Shenzhen and Shanghai A-share markets as the research sample, the study examines the influence of non-state shareholders’ board power on SOEs’ internationalization behavior and explores the regulating effects of two situational factors: business expectations gap and industry competition. Results show that (1) non-state shareholders’ board power positively impacts SOEs’ degree of internationalization. (2) The historical business expectations gap strengthens the positive impact of non-state shareholders’ board power on SOEs’ degree of internationalization, whereas the social business expectations gap weakens the positive impact. (3) The positive impact of non-state shareholder board power on internationalization degree is stronger in SOEs with high industry competition than with low industry competition.The study analyzes how non-state shareholders’ board power promotes the internationalization of SOEs in the mixed ownership reform and provides governance efficiency evidence of the mixed-ownership reform from the perspective of SOEs’ international practices.
Ahmed Abu-Tawahina. Una vida dedicada a la mejora de la salud mental en Gaza
Authors: Lera María José
Published: September 2024

Ahmed Abu-Tawahina, Doctor en Psicología por la Universidad de El Cairo, natural de Deir Albalah, ciudad en el centro de la Franja de Gaza, donde nació y vivió hasta el final de su vida y donde desarrolló una actividad académica y profesional ejemplar.
Relación de las estrategias de afrontamiento cognitivas con sintomatología de ansiedad y depresión
Authors: GUTIÉRREZ TRIGO Juan Manuel , MÁRQUEZ VÁZQUEZ Rocio
Published: September 2024

In the present study, the data of a sample of 38 participants that were selected after meeting the requirements of having requested psychological treatment and presenting some type of emotional disorder are presented. All of them received psychological treatment at the Center for Psychology and Health Psychology Ten, Collaborating Center of the University of Cádiz, Huelva and UNED, and with health certification from the Ministry of Health of the Junta de Andalucía. As an objective, we propose to verify whether a greater use of the rumination and catastrophizing strategy is mainly related to anxiety symptoms, while the use of the self-criticism strategy will be mainly related to depression symptoms. All participants completed the Cognitive Emotional Regulation Questionnaire (CERQ) and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). When some strategies such as self-blame, rumination and catastrophizing are used in the face of adverse events seem to facilitate the onset of emotional disturbances, the use of cognitive strategies such as positive reevaluation allows reducing the probability of developing the appearance of emotional disturbances. The results show which cognitive coping strategies in the face of adversities are related to anxious symptoms or which cognitive coping strategies are related to depressive symptoms and which on the contrary have a protective effect.
Dos enfoques de ayuda psicológica para personas en situación de riesgo de suicidio
Authors: GARCÍA-HARO Juan , GONZÁLEZ GONZALÉZ Marta
Published: September 2024

The suicide problem is, without a doubt, one of the most difficult faced by the mental health professional. Help people in suicide risk walking often groped devoid of a unified therapeutic system that serves to alleviate the sufferingand prevent suicidal behaviour. This article presents three approaches to psychological support for people in suicidal crisis. They are as follows: existential therapy and cognitive therapy. In conclusion, these two approaches to help, alone or in combination, may be useful in the public services in the care and prevention of suicide behavior.
Toma de decisiones emotivas: un análisis desde la teoría de las perspectivas
Authors: BONAVIA MARTÍN Tomás , SOGORB CARRERA Andrea
Published: September 2024

The objective of the present study was to verify if the effects of certainty and reflection proposed by the prospect theory remain equal by adding an affective load to the stimuli in risk situations. The hypotheses were that in both gain and loss situations, people will tend to choose the alternative rich in affect, regardless of whether it is a safe or probable option. The sample consisted of 320 psychology degree students, predominantly women, who were divided into groups of 40 people for each experimental condition. Everyone was given a problem with two response options to choose one of them. The statistical methods used were the Z Test for independent samples and the binomial test. The results obtained showed that there are no statistically significant differences when comparing the gain conditions between them, nor between the loss conditions, so that the hypotheses were confirmed since most of the participants opted for the option with affective load in all conditions, disappearing the effects of certainty and reflection proposed by the prospective theory.
La violencia laboral de tipo II desde una perspectiva psicológica
Authors: VIDAL MARTI Cristina
Published: September 2024

In this article, the social phenomenon of workplace violence is presented. Knowing its meaning, explanatory theories, its taxonomy and its consequences make it possible to visualize an existing reality in our society. This manuscript focuses on type II and how from psychology actions can be designed to prevent, manage and eradicate the phenomenon.
Strafbare greenwashing
Authors: Lopik S.J.
Published: September 2024

Strafbare greenwashing

Greenwashing wordt in Nederland met allerlei juridische instrumenten bestreden, waaronder het bestuurs- en civielrecht. In het buitenland vinden inmiddels strafrechtelijke onderzoeken in dit verband plaats. Ook de Nederlandse rechtsorde biedt onder bepaalde omstandigheden ruimte voor de strafrechtelijke handhaving van greenwashing.