bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of bootstrapping dimensions on performance of selected Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) in South-West, Nigeria
Authors:   Research Fellow, Department of Business Administration, Babcock University Ilishan Remo, Oluwakemi Ologunagba , Olusegun A Adekunle ,   Department of Business Administration, Gateway Polytechnic Saapade Ogun State, Ezekiel Oseni ,   Adjunct Lecturer, Department of Finance, University of Lagos Nigeria
Published: January 2024

The overall problems faced by the SMEs are similar in different jurisdictions, there are significant differences in their priorities and needs in different countries. One of the most challenging factors that have hindered the growth of SMEs globally has been the inability to pool financial resources together. As such, performance of SMEs has been dwindling across continents over the years, leading to the high mortality rate of businesses in the sector. However, one major obstacle that hamper SME growth is access to finance. Thus, this study investigated the effect of Bootstrapping on the performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in South-West, Nigeria. The study adopted survey research design and population of the study comprised 14, 527 owner/managers of small and medium scale enterprises (SMEs) enterprises in Lagos and Oyo States. The study utilized stratified simple random sampling technique while sample size of 750 owner/managers of SMEs were enumerated using Cochran’s (1977) formula and 86.4% response rate was achieved while data was analyzed using regression method. The findings revealed that bootstrapping dimensions had significant effect on performance of SMEs in South-West, Nigeria (Adj. R2 = 0.219; F (5, 642) = 37.234, p < 0.05). The study concluded that bootstrapping improved performance of SMEs in South-West, Nigeria. It was recommended that management of small and medium scale enterprises in South-West, Nigeria should pay more attention on subsidy financing, delayed payment, social capital with less attention on joint utilization in order to improve their performance.
An Assessment of the Effect of the Implemented Six Human Resource Key Focus Areas on Employees’ Performance in Relation to Skytrax Airport Review Ratings (2017 - 2019): A Case Study of Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport in Livingstone, Zambia
Authors:   The University of Zambia, Graduate School of Business, 10101, Mweemba Margret , C. Hapompwe Chrine ,   The University of Zambia, Graduate School of Business, 10101, Banda Nzovwa ,   The University of Zambia, Graduate School of Business, 10101
Published: January 2024

In trying to ensure that they make profits and have good customer service, the Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (HMNIA) embarked on a quest to build capacity and motivate its employees by formulating the six (6) key Human Resource (HR) focus areas in its 2017-2019 Strategic Plan. This study, therefore, sought to assess the effectiveness of the 6 HR Key Focus Areas implemented at HMNIA vis-a-vis employees’ performance. In conducting this study, the cross-sectional mixed methods equal status research design (QUAN + QUAL) was adopted. The study population was all the 143 members of staff at HMNIA. No sample size was used for this study as the study technique used was the census method. Both primary and secondary data were collected, with the primary data collected using interviews and questionnaires. The research had an 86.1% response rate. The collected interview data were analysed to identify themes which were then used to identify trends presented in pie charts, bars, histograms, tables, and pictograms. The key findings were that the majority of employees considered the focus areas to have improved their effectiveness and productivity, and that the top 3 HR focus areas which were viewed as positively influencing their job morale were; improving employee skills, improving employee engagement and creating a learning culture. The study further established that 78% of respondents were interested in the HR focus areas and that 56% rated the HR focus areas to have had ‘above 50% positive impact’ on their effectiveness and productivity. Overall, the 6 HR Key Focus Areas were found to be effective in improving productivity and boosting employee morale especially when coupled with transparent communication with the employees. The study recommended that the small section of respondents who indicated had not seen the focus areas and the 38% of respondents who said the focus areas were not sufficient be addressed by the human resource office through training in workshops, seminars or inductions at joining the company.
Embrace a New Era of Work-Life Balance: Implement TOIL in your Organizations
Authors:   Master’s Degree (Computer Science and Information Technology), United States of America, Manikam Karthikeyan
Published: January 2024

This paper explores the concept and application of Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) in the contemporary workplace. It highlights the growing relevance of TOIL in industries with variable workloads. TOIL is a flexible work arrangement where employees can accumulate time off in exchange for overtime hours worked. The paper examines TOIL from various perspectives, including work-life balance, employee motivation and retention, resource management, legal and ethical considerations, and implementation challenges. The study emphasizes the impact of TOIL on enhancing work-life wellness and employee well-being. It presents TOIL as a cost-effective alternative to traditional overtime pay. By analyzing the effects of excessive work hours on employee health and productivity, the paper emphasizes the importance of balance between professional and personal life. Furthermore, the paper discusses TOIL's role in motivating employees, fostering loyalty, and reducing turnover. It supports these claims with relevant statistics and research findings. The operational aspects of TOIL, such as workload management and efficient resource utilization, are also addressed. The ethical and legal implications of unpaid overtime are considered as well. The paper critically examines practical challenges in implementing TOIL, including accurate record-keeping, system integration, workload management, and meeting project deadlines. It concludes by recommending policy guidelines to ensure the effective and ethical use of TOIL. The ultimate goal is to achieve a cultural shift that values employee well-being and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
Utilizing the Factory Method Design Pattern in Practical Manufacturing Scenarios
Authors:   Sr Director, Enterprise Architecture, Fortune Brands Home & Security, USA, D Kulkarni Nilesh , Bansal Saurav ,   Sr Manager, Digital Applications, Fortune Brands Home & Security,USA
Published: January 2024

The paper delves into the utilization of design patterns, specifically focusing on the Factory Method, within the field of software engineering. It underscores the importance of design patterns in addressing recurring problems in a flexible, elegant, and reusable manner. The document explores various categories of design patterns and their practical applications, with special attention to the Factory Method's role in streamlining object creation and enhancing system maintainability. To illustrate the practicality of the Factory Method, a real-world use case in a manufacturing context is presented, showcasing its influence on software architecture and maintainability. The study concludes by underscoring the advantages of design patterns in software development, particularly in terms of their ability to promote reusability and efficiency when dealing with common software design challenges.
La importancia de la saliva para la salud bucal
Authors: Rado Castillo Diana Rosario , Sauñe Intriago Ameli Ñiurka , Garay Gamboa Hector Salvatore , Cabrera Munares Katia , Valenzuela Ramos Marisel Roxana
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Saliva is an important biological fluid for the normal functioning of the oral system and thus for overall health. Over the years, many studies have shed light on the multifaceted importance of saliva in human health and that its function goes beyond simply keeping the oral cavity moist. One of the most striking properties of saliva is its ability to maintain the pH balance in the mouth. Objective: Determine the importance of the pH change in saliva in the face of different diseases that affect the oral cavity. Design: Systematic review of studies published from September 12 to 26, 2023 Data sources: PubMed Study selection: Five reviewers searched selected and extracted information from the selected articles. All pooled analyzes were based on random effects models. The protocol is available in PROSPERO 2014 registration code CRD42014009578 Results: Of 4,406 articles, 86 were included and 4,320 articles were excluded; therefore, the included terms were analyzed, obtaining 3 duplicates and 20 included that had the appropriate data.
Impact of silica nanoparticles on the digestibility and growth efficiency of rohu (Labeo rohita)
Authors: Murshed S  , Rahman MH  , Mahruf B  , Najmunnahar  , Mostakima S  , Hossain MS
Published: January 2024

The research was conducted to evaluate the effect of silica nanoparticle (NP) on the growth and digestibility of rohu (Labeo rohita) in the Wet Laboratory, Department of Aquaculture, Bangladesh Agricultural University. Highly pure, activated silica NP at different levels 0, 1, 2, 3 mg/kg were incorporated into different treatments T0, T1, T2, T3possessing three copies. Thirty fish with a mean weight (± SD) of around 2.62 ± 0.02 g were assigned in a recirculatoryaquaculture system, maintained in each treatment and fed with their respective diets in 12 tanks. Feeds were supplied at the rate of 10% for 4 weeks and 5% of the body weight for the rest of the experimental period. Water quality parameters were within the acceptable range during the study period. Results showed that growth parameters and feed efficiency dramatically increased as silica NP levels rose at 2 mg/Kg and then decreased. The highest final weight (9.25 ± 0.07) g, percent weight gain (252.99 ± 2.6) %, final length (8.6 ± 0.14) cm, length gain (3.2 ± 0.13) cm, SGR (2.1 ± 0.01) %/day, FCE (71.67 ± 0.21), apparent protein digestibility (87.17 ± 2.6) %, dry matter digestibility (78.17 ± 1.18) % and survival rate (97.5 ± 0.71) % were found in T2and thehighest FCR (1.56 ± 0.02) was found in T0. The current investigation found that the growth performance was optimal of L. rohitafound at the level of silica up to 2 mg/kg and then decreased. The findings could be incorporated in fish feed producing practices for increased fish production
The Influence Of Electronic Word Of Mouth On Purchasing Decisions With Customer Reviews As A Moderating Variable
Authors: Daud Anshar , Marasabessy Nabila Cecilia , Utami Eva Yuniarti , Hulu Fatolosa , Baene Eduar
Published: January 2024

ABSTRACT

Researchers believe that word of mouth communication carried out online can influence employee purchasing decisions because it can attract the enthusiasm of other consumers and has broad, even infinite boundaries. Apart from that, researchers also believe that this influence will be more significant if it is accompanied by good customer reviews. Therefore, the research aims to analyze the influence of the Electronic-Word of Mouth variable on Purchasing Decisions with Customer Reviews as a moderating variable. This research is quantitative research with an explanatory approach. The data used in this research was distributed using an online questionnaire method to 100 sellers on TikTok and 200 consumers on TikTok with the minimum criteria of having shopped once. The questionnaire contains 14 question items containing statements of agree, strongly agree, normal, disagree, and strongly disagree on a number of questionnaires asked. This data can also be called primary data. The collected data was analyzed using the smart PLS 4.0 analysis tool. The result in this this research show  word of mouth communication using the internet has its own advantages in increasing consumer purchasing decisions due to its wide reach, as informative material for consumers who are not familiar with the product, and increasing consumer enthusiasm. In line with this, the results of the first researcher's hypothesis and beliefs show that the Electronic Word of Mouth variable has a positive relationship and has a significant influence on purchasing decisions because the P-Values value is positive and is below the significance level of 0.05, namely 0.002. The second belief and also the second hypothesis in this research shows that good reviews from consumers can increase the influence of Word of Mouth Communication via the internet on Consumer Purchasing Decisions due to Word of Mouth Communication with quality product information, a comfortable place, and good service. from Consumer Reviews can make that influence even more significant. This can be proven from the results of the second hypothesis which shows the direction of the relationship is positive and the influence is more significant, namely 0.000 below 0.05, which is more significant than direct testing, namely 0.003. Thus, the first and second hypotheses in this research can be proven and accepted.
Peran Kebijakan Strategis Inovasi Teknologi Digital dalam Transportasi Barang: Studi Perusahaan Logistik di Semarang
Authors: Kholidin Kholidin , Apip Apip
Published: January 2024

This research uses a qualitative approach with the aim of understanding phenomena about what is experienced by research subjects, for example behavior, ways of description in the form of words and language, in a special natural context and by utilizing various scientific methods, namely related to the Strategic Policy Role of Digital Technology Innovation. In Goods Transportation. The research location was at several logistics companies in Semarang, the research was conducted from July to November 2023. Data collection techniques in this research were interviews, observation, FGD/Discussion, and documentation. The data analysis technique that will be used in this research is the Interactive Model from Miles and Huberman. Data that has been collected through interviews, observation and documentation is reviewed by researchers. Next is data reduction (data reduction) where the researcher selects data to separate data that is appropriate and that is not in accordance with the research objectives. This simplified and relevant data will be used for the next steps. The research results show 1. The Important Role of Strategic Policy: Strategic policy has a key role in creating an environment that supports and encourages the adoption of digital technology in transportation. Progressive and future-oriented policies can be the main driver in changing the transportation paradigm. 2. Positive Impact of Digital Technology Innovation: The adoption of digital technology, such as the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, and big data, can have a positive impact on operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability of transportation systems. Providing real-time data and technology integration can speed up mobility and optimize resource use. 3. Government and Private Collaboration: The successful implementation of digital technology innovation in transportation is highly dependent on cooperation between the government, private companies and other stakeholders. This collaboration can facilitate investment, share risks and accelerate the implementation of innovative solutions.
Emotional Challenges of Suicide Bereavement in Headlands, Zimbabwe.
Authors: Matinhira Tasunungurwa , Herbert Zirima , Maziya Nellie , Sanyanga Yvonne , Munamati Tariro , Mazwi Nicola
Published: January 2024

This study focuses on the emotional challenges faced by individuals who have lost loved ones to suicide in the Headlands area of Zimbabwe. It aims to explore the bereavement experiences and coping strategies used by the bereaved families. The research utilizes a qualitative approach, specifically employing the phenomenological research method known as Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). Data was collected through interviews with open-ended and closed-ended questions, and thematic analysis was employed to analyse the data. The target population consisted of individuals residing in various regions of Headlands who had experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide. The sampling strategy used was snowball sampling. The study seeks to understand the family’s perception of suicide, the impact of the loss, the availability of support systems, and recommendations for healthy coping strategies for bereaved families in Headlands, Zimbabwe.
Exploring Indian Women’s Psyche in Anita Desai’s Clear Light of Day: A Psychoanalysis
Authors: Biswas Dr. Prakash Chandra , Talukder Md. Jobaar
Published: January 2024

[Anita Desai’s ‘Clear Light of Day’ investigates the intricate interplay of Indian women’s narratives, psychoanalytic theory and the literary brilliance of Anita Desai’s work. Grounded in the psychoanalytic framework pioneered by Sigmund Freud and enriched by post-Freudian perspectives, the research centers on the psychological exploration of Desai’s ‘Clear Light of Day’. Focused on the character Bim, the paper unravels the layers of her personality, rebellion against societal norms and profound psychological bonds, offering a transformative understanding of the power inherent in literature, psychoanalysis, and the narratives of Indian women writers. The exploration extends beyond conventional portrayals highlighting Bim’s resilience that transcends societal expectations emphasizing her intense desire for love and unwavering affection for family.]
Guía práctica para el tratamiento intervencionista del síndrome radicular lumbosacro.
Authors: Castromán Pablo , Surbano Marta , Cristiani Federico , Ayala Santiago , Shwartzmann Ana
Published: January 2024

Introducción: El Síndrome Radicular Lumbosacro (SRL) es una consulta frecuente de dolor neuropático causado por hernias y protrusiones discales o fenómenos degenerativos de la columna lumbosacra. Las técnicas intervencionistas de tratamiento se indican cuando otras terapéuticas no invasivas no alcanzan alivio satisfactorio. Dentro de ellas, las Inyecciones Epidurales de Corticoides (IEC) y la Radiofrecuencia Pulsada del Ganglio de la Raíz Dorsal (RPGRD) son las más indicadas en nuestro Servicio. No disponemos de guías nacionales para su utilización, así que nos basamos habitualmente en las recomendaciones internacionales.Objetivo: Realizar una revisión bibliográfica que apoye la confección de una guía para la toma de decisiones, en cuanto a los aspectos prácticos de las técnicas disponibles, de manera de aplicarlas obteniendo el máximo beneficio posible, reduciendo al mínimo sus riesgos.Discusión: Se discuten las ventajas y desventajas de los abordajes más utilizados para la aplicación de las IEC, así como los agentes farmacológicos disponibles para este fin. Finalmente, se realiza también una puesta al día de los aspectos técnicos de la RPGRD para el tratamiento del SRL refractario al tratamiento con corticoides epidurales.
Nuevas técnicas de cementación para el tratamiento del dolor crónico y prevención de fracturas.
Authors: Para la Investigación en Neurociencias. Fundación CENIT
Published: January 2024

Nuevas técnicas de cementación para el tratamiento del dolor crónico y prevención de fracturas.
Entrevista al Prof. Dr. Ricardo Plancarte Sánchez
Renewable energy sources: is it a panacea for global electricity generation or not?
Authors: Kaplienko A. , Gabaraev B.
Published: January 2024

Renewable energy sources can cover mankind’s entire electricity demand under certain conditions but such carbon-free global power engineering, being heavily dependent on natural factors (wind, insolation, rainfall), will not meet the reliability and fail-safe operation requirements. Nuclear power claims to be the only comparable stabilizing carbon-free energy source to overcome this limitation.
Role of NGOs in transforming the traditional network models of Afghan society
Authors: Komleva V. , Nessar M.
Published: January 2024

The authors examine the specifics of NGO activities in Afghanistan, their impact on the political, economic, social, and spiritual spheres of society, and analyze attempts by foreign countries to build a controlled network model alternative to the traditional decentralized network model of Afghan society with the help of NGOs. The conclusions on the effects and prospects of NGO activities in Afghanistan are of an interest.
The role of parliamentarians in international intergovernmental organizations
Authors: Abashidze A. , Yeremyan V. , Ostroukhov N.
Published: January 2024

The article examines the question of the degree of its impartiality in the structure of an international intergovernmental organization using the example of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. This is relevant not only in the context of the activities of the Council of Europe, compliance by the States parties to the Convention on the Protection of Rights and Fundamental Freedoms of 1950 and the exercise of monitoring powers by the European Court of Human Rights, but also in the activities of other international intergovernmental associations and integrations.
The state in the liberal mainstream: pro et contra
Authors: Egorov V. , Shtol V.
Published: January 2024

The authors analyze the views of representatives of liberal currents on the evolution of state institutions in the modern world and assess its relation-ship with civil society and elites.
Models of institutional approach in the study of political institutions
Authors: Timofeev S.
Published: January 2024

The author analyzes the concept of political institutions. The definition of the concept of “institution” is central to institutionalism and neoinstitutionalism, which seek to explain the causes of complex processes and phenomena in the political sphere.
Features of modern South Ossetian self-determination
Authors: Sanakoev I.
Published: January 2024

The self-determination of South Ossetia has been shaped over a long historical period, from the early Middle Ages to post-Soviet times. The main emphasis is placed on the analysis of the reasons for the actualization of South Ossetian self-determination and their peculiarities in the conditions of modern political and legal realities.
Liberation of Donbass in 1943. On the 80th anniversary of the beginning of liberation
Authors: Lavrenov S. , Polyansky M.
Published: January 2024

The authors consider the features of the actions of the Red Army during the liberation of Donbass, which became possible after the after the defeat of the German troops on the Kursk Bulge. The main factors that allowed the Soviet troops to succeed in the fierce battles for Donbass are shown. An attempt has been made to draw historical parallels between the events of the Great Patriotic War and special military operation in Ukraine.
Imperatives of soviet afghan policy and Russia
Authors: Frolov A.
Published: January 2024

After the withdrawal of the US militaries, Russia has an opportunity to launch a policy towards Afghanistan from tabula rasa, because many of the imperatives of Soviet Afghan policy were leveled out or lost their significance. The new Afghan leadership is giving Moscow appropriate signs, remembering the long past of good neighborliness. But when formulating a new policy, both the miscalculations of Soviet policy towards this country and its strengths must be taken into account.
THE CHANGES IN GEOPOLITCS AND THE INTERNATIONAL LAW
Authors: Blishchenko V. I.
Published: January 2024

The object of this article – fundamental changes of the modern international law in the new geo-political reality of the transition from a monocentric to polycentric architecture of international relations.
TO THE QUESTION OF THE ROLE OF ITC “NORTH-SOUTH” IN THE TRANSPORTLOGISTICS SYSTEM OF THE EAEU THROUGH THE PRISM OF EXPANDING POLITICAL INFLUENCE ON THE INTERNATIONAL ARENA
Authors: Margaryan N. I.
Published: January 2024

The article discusses the place and role of the project of the international transport corridor “North-South” in the structure of the transport and logistics system of the EAEU, as well as the potential of this project in terms of expanding the political influence of the Eurasian Economic Union in the international arena, in the case, that the implementation of the ITC “NorthSouth” project represents the interests of several major international actors, as well, as being a tool for realization of political and economic interests of these actors.
BUSINESS MODELS OF THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY
Authors: Dotsenko E. Yu. , Ezdina N. P. , Mudrova S. V.
Published: January 2024

The article is devoted to the study of business models in the circular economy, the formation of which is an objective process. The article considers a multilevel process of a circular economy development, highlights its concepts and principles. It has been proven that the most important micro-level element of the circular economy is its business models, the main ones of which include renewable supply, offering products as a service, product life extension, resource recovery, sharing and exchange of goods. The study showed the prospects of using advanced foreign experience, taking into account Russian specifics.
REGENERATIVE, SOLIDARY ECONOMY: TO THE THEORY OF THE QUESTION
Authors: Egorov V. G. , Alexandrova E. V. , Inshakov A. A.
Published: January 2024

The relevance of the topic is determined by the current state of economic theory, which reacts poorly to changes taking place in the global economy. The theory, designed to determine stable and periodically renewable connections, phenomena and trends in the development of processes, creates an idea of a single material life cycle of society. The purpose of this article is to study the actual transformations of the world economy that necessitate the social correction of the political economy.
THE BALTIC STATES AND THE SPECIAL MILITARY OPERATION
Authors: Akimova A. O.
Published: January 2024

In the conditions of international tension and global crisis the issue of protecting national borders is quite acute.The collective West seeks to encroach on the sovereignty and stable development of Russia by all means. To do this, he uses third countries to avoid shocks in his own countries in the first place. The article examines the attitude of the Baltic countries to a special military operation. The author came to the conclusion that the distinctive feature of the Baltic countries is precisely Russophobia and hatred not only for the fact of conducting ITS, but also for the cultural values of the Russian people.
PREREQUISITES FOR THE FORMATION OF NEW PRINCIPLES OF CONTAINER LOGISTICS AT THE EASTERN RAILWAY LANDFILL
Authors: Olencevich V. A. , Vlasova N. V.
Published: January 2024

In the scientific study, the authors presented some results of the analysis of the existing and prospective cargo base of the Eastern Polygon of the Russian Railways, as the most significant direction in recent years for the promotion of export and import cargo flows. It was revealed that the time of container promotion decreased by about 20% from the level of 2021. It was noted that the transformation of the transport and logistics block of cargo transportation at the Eastern Railway Testing Ground that has begun requires immediate resolution.The situation is complicated by the low level of throughput and processing capacity of the railway transport infrastructure, as well as limited transshipment capacities at the Far Eastern seaports of the country. According to the collected data, the growth potential of export container traffic at the Eastern Railway Landfill has been compiled for the widest range of goods. Technical solutions aimed at developing the potential of the freight base of the Eastern Polygon of railways, allowing to increase the level of competitiveness of the industry, to stabilize the state of container logistics, are presented.
SAUDI ARABIA – EAEU ECONOMIC RELATIONS: THE DEVELOPMENT PROSPECTS
Authors: Lavrov S. N. , Tinkova A. A. , Surkov A. N.
Published: January 2024

In the current geo-economic situation, the strengthening of trade cooperation with countries pursuing a constructive, friendly policy, including the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), is on the agenda of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) countries. Political partnership needs to be backed up by potential economic benefits. Cooperation with the KSA, as a regional leader, will contribute to strengthening the trade position of the EAEU in the entire Gulf region. The authors answer the question: which promising foreign economic cooperation areas between the EAEU countries and the KSA will lead to mutually beneficial partnership in the near future? The article presents a study of the economic cooperation’s development factors between the KSA and the EAEU and its current state. The authors analyze the dynamics and structure of foreign trade between EAEU and KSA, as well as promising areas of investment and logistics, and their development in the current geopolitical situation. The current state of bilateral trade is poorly developed, the countries are not key trading partners. The economies of countries do not depend on mutual trade in goods for none of the commodity items. Services are not subject to mutual trade. Recommendations aimed at realization of the underutilized mutual export potential and resource exports’ diversification are proposed. Among the key areas of trade promotion, such commodity items as: products of the agro-industrial complex, equipment for voice/image transmission, components for railway transport and drilling machines. Financial services supply is also promising area, especially in the sphere of Islamic banking and cooperation through the Islamic Development Bank. It is advisable to expand the agenda of preferential trade negotiations to the EAEU – GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) format.
STABILIZATION OF THE RUSSIAN ENERGY SECTOR IN NEW CONDITIONS: ADAPTATION TO SANCTIONS. INTERVIEWS
Authors: Yushkov I. V.
Published: January 2024

The article presents the expert opinion of a leading expert on the situation on the world energy markets in the absence of new anti-Russian sanctions. The expert assessed the development of the oil and gas market in the context of the global restructuring of supplies. The situation with the introduction of an embargo on Russian oil and the installation of a price ceiling is described. The analysis of the domestic fuel market and the reasons for the rapid price growth are given. The article provides a forecast of the development of relations in the energy sector of Russia and Central Asian countries and the overall dynamics of the global energy market.
The Vital Role of Media Literacy in Navigating and Engaging with Social Media
Authors: Dr Saju P John  , Dr. Jayanthila Devi
Published: January 2024

Digital media consumption and the animation industry are expected to achieve a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25 percent and 21 percent by2020 respectively. With the help of mixed research methods, this research provides insights into children's programming content (especially cartoons). It also finds out the children’s demands and interests while consuming the children’s content on television and digital platforms. This research is also an attempt to suggest a media literacy framework and possible pedagogical measures to include cartoon media literacy in Indian school teaching. This research is an initiative to develop children with the help of media literacy
Research Paper on Staff Attendance Portal
Authors: Pandurang Pote  , Vivek Ashok Maurya
Published: January 2024

For every organization to succeed, including academic institutions, governmental bodies, and businesses, attendance management is essential. In order to improve their efficacy, organizations must monitor their internal staff, including staff. Monitoring staff attendance in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic has proven to be difficult. Calculating the attendance percentage by hand is quite time-consuming and prone to error, which makes it a major issue. To keep track of staff activities and attendance on a daily basis, an efficient Android application for attendance monitoring has been created. This application stores a photograph, along with the time and location of attendance, in a database
Political Intrigue as theme Upton Sinclair’s novel The Return of Lanny Budd
Authors: Dr. Kinjalben Chimanbhai Patel
Published: January 2024

Political intrigue is a major theme that the author uses to bring out his message in this novel, as well as to create suspense among readers. This theme is also found in other pieces written by him, such as Looking Backward Into Nineteen Thirty-Seven, which are centered on socialism and politics in America. This form of political intrigue plays an important role in transforming characters from their original status, into those they were before becoming part of New York society
Hacia una nueva gestión sanitaria
Authors:   Universidad Técnica de Machala, Chu Lee Ángel José , Aguirre Fernández Roberto Eduardo ,   Universidad Técnica de Machala, Chiliquinga Villacis Sixto Isaac ,   Universidad Técnica de Machala, Cuenca Buele Sylvana Alexandra ,   Universidad Técnica de Machala
Published: January 2024

El objetivo primordial de un sistema de salud es asegurar el derecho a la salud poblacional, tratando de que no se enferme y que, si lo hace, el paciente sea diagnosticado y tratado de manera correcta. Cabe recalcar que, en la salud de los individuos influye la enseñanza, el estado del hogar, la ingesta de alimentos y el trabajo, entre otros; por lo cual actuar sobre éstos ayudará a mejorar las condiciones de salud del territorio o nación.
ESTRATEGIAS DE MARKETING SOCIAL Y EL MODELO ABC PARA LA RESOCIALIZACIÓN Y REHABILITACIÓN SOCIAL
Authors: Núñez Maritza , Batista Nicolás
Published: January 2024

Se definen las estrategias de marketing social a través del modelo ABC para la resocialización y rehabilitación social de la población privada de libertad, en un estudio cualitativo, inductivo, no experimental y transversal. Los resultados giran alrededor de la estrategia que avala el cumplimiento del objetivo de la investigación, mediante la estructura basada en las estrategias de marketing: la estrategia social, la estrategia de resocialización, la aplicación del Modelo ABC (Antecedents, Behavior, and Consequences), cómo se utiliza para avanzar de la resocialización a la rehabilitación y de allí al proceso de rehabilitación social. En conclusión, el estudio toma en cuenta que la resocialización y la rehabilitación social son necesarias para reintegrarse a la sociedad de manera productiva y significativa, y que el enfoque ABC sirve de guía para emprender las iniciativas de marketing social en este aspecto.
LA DIDÁCTICA EN ENTORNOS VIRTUALES DE APRENDIZAJE EN TIEMPOS DE CONFINAMIENTO POR LA COVID-19 UNIVERSIDAD DE PANAMÁ
Authors: Tapia Arboleda Emma Isiris
Published: January 2024

El artículo tiene como objetivo identificar las herramientas tecnológicas y las experiencias didácticas aplicadas por los docentes de la Universidad de Panamá en la educación virtual durante el tiempo de confinamiento por pandemia del COVID-19. Se utilizó el método de investigación documental explicativa, la revisión bibliográfica de varios autores relativo a los recursos tecnológicos. Se consultó, fuentes primarias conformadas por artículos en revistas indexadas, informes obtenidos de las bases entre 2019 y 2022. Finalmente, se presentó los hallazgos del análisis de la información, la revisión de los fundamentos pedagógicos en diseñar?recursos?educativos digitales mediante el desarrollo de un modelo instruccional que implemente las teorías de aprendizaje centradas en el estudiante en la búsqueda de conocimientos a través de estrategias y herramientas que conlleven al desarrollo de aprendizajes significativos.
HACIA UN MODELO SISTÉMICO EXPLICATIVO DEL PENSAMIENTO Y LAS EMOCIONES PARA LA SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS DESDE LA COMPLEJIDAD
Authors: González-Castro Jairo A.
Published: January 2024

Distintos autores determinan que, es posible generalizar y extrapolar entre distintos niveles de complejidad la existencia del ser humano y de la sociedad. Se recurre al campo de la ética, la biología, las ciencias sociales, computacionales, entre otras, y a distintos marcos teóricos para intentar descubrir cuáles serían los modelos que más se acercan a la descripción de la conducta humana que puede entenderla ontogénicamente y por qué no en otros campos epistemológicos. Con este artículo, se pretende mostrar una óptica integradora que permita tanto a la comunidad científica, como a la sociedad, buscar esas soluciones de fondo, mediante aportes epistemológicos, científicos y metodológicos que se dirijan con un propósito claro de entender la realidad y no la posición (o imposición) de doctrinas suprasubjetivas que, en vez de aportar estrategias de solución, confunden más el intelecto y sentido común de la sociedad a quien se pretende ayudar. Por tanto, es necesario y urgente organizar la información que dispone el ser humano y la sociedad para tratar de explicar los fenómenos y situaciones, mediante un modelo integrador, que pueda explicar y predecir la mayor parte de problemas para darles solución, donde se incluyan tanto el aspecto cognitivo como emocional.
Assessing losses and gains with ageing: the psychometric properties of the Polish version
of the Attitudes to Ageing Questionnaire
Authors: Zadworna Magdalena , Brudek Paweł Jan , Laidlaw Ken
Published: January 2024

Background

The Attitudes to Ageing Questionnaire (AAQ) is a measure designed for cross-cultural comparisons of attitudes to ageing from the perspective of older adults. The article presents a cultural and linguistic adaptation of the AAQ for use with Polish-speaking people.

Participants and procedure

The Polish translation of the AAQ-24, Personal Wellbeing Index, Geriatric Depression Scale and demographic and health survey were administered to 500 older adult participants living in Poland: 269 women (53.8%) and 231 men (46.2%), aged 60 to 86 (M = 66.75, SD = 5.10).

Results

Similar to other translations of the AAQ, analyses confirmed a three-factor structure for the AAQ. Factor structure was confirmed as: psychosocial loss, physical change, and psychological growth. The tool was found to have good validity based on confirmatory factor analysis, as well as satisfactory latent construct reliability and internal consistency (Cronbach’s α and H coefficient > .70 for all subscales). Test-retest reliability in a three-week interval was good (intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) ranged between .86 and .91, p < .01, for all subscales). The AAQ-24-PL shows appropriate con-vergent and divergent validity. Demographic differences in AAQ-24-PL were also found.

Conclusions

The results confirm the validity and reliability of the AAQ-24-PL, and this useful tool demonstrates acceptable psychomet-ric performance. Researchers and practitioners working with older adults can benefit from using this tool to assess losses and gains with ageing.
Comparative Assessment of Regional Differences in the Dynamics of Key Economic Indicators Kazakhstan
Authors: Anessova A. G. , Zhumagulov Ch. B. , Alibekova G. Zh. , Doszhan R. D.
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to conduct a comprehensive assessment of regional differences using key economic indicators and identify regional disparities. The study used the method of multidimensional comparative analysis and the possibility of applying it to the assessment of the economic potential of the regions Kazakhstan. The assessment includes indicators divided into three groups: financial and economic conditions, business development indicators and the standard of living of residents. The level of tax collection reflects the economic activity and productivity of business in the region, the assessment of business development indicators provides valuable information about the entrepreneurial ecosystem of the region and the growth rates of SMEs and industry in the region, the assessment of the standard of living of residents allows you to get an idea of the quality of life in the region. Target indicators were selected for the assessment, such as the receipt of taxes to the budget and the National Fund of Kazakhstan, GRP, the number of SMEs and its share in GDP, investments in fixed assets, retail trade, population growth, Average wages, the population with an income below the subsistence minimum. The results of the study can be used both at the state and local administrative level to develop programs and strategies aimed at reducing regional disparities, stimulating economic growth, and improving infrastructure in underdeveloped regions.
The Impact of Cybersecurity Breaches on Firm’s Market Value: the Case of the USA
Authors: Issayeva G. K. , Zhussipova E. E. , Aitymbetova A. N. , Kuralbayeva A. S. , Abdykulova D. B.
Published: January 2024

In the context of global digitalization trends, the problem of the impact of cyberattacks on the company is significantly relevant. This article is devoted to the impact of cyberattacks on the firms’ market value since it is an indicator of firm performance. The authors used the event study methodology to study the impact of cyberattacks on the firm’s market value. In addition, linear regression analysis (OLS) was applied to study the factors influencing cumulative abnormal returns (CAR). The paper’s central hypothesis is the assumption that a cyberattack announcement is supposed to change market reaction, which is predicted to be harmful since cybercrime incidents can lead to high implicit and explicit costs. Therefore, an adverse market reaction reflects negative CAR during the event. The paper explores the effect of firm-specific and attack-specific characteristics of cyberattacks on the CAR with the data of cyberattacks for US firms from 2011 to 2020. Thus, the impact of cyberattacks on CAR by industry type and firm size was examined. Also, the type of cybercrime that is more harmful to the company was identified. The study results confirm the central hypothesis and show that cyberattacks negatively affect the firms’ market value. In addition, it was found that the market reaction to the breach is more harmful to small firms. Thus, large firms have advantages over medium and small ones in sustaining financially during cyberattacks. Additionally, the paper defines no consistent evidence that market reaction to cyberattacks depends on firm and breach types.
Assessment of the Economic Effectiveness of Academic Mobility on Graduate Employment
Authors: Yessimova Sh. A. , Khasenova L. A. , Mirzaev Sh. S.
Published: January 2024

The study was aimed at conducting a comprehensive analysis of academic mobility and its economic impact on the employment of university graduates. Materials and methods: correlation coeﬃcients were calculated in the work, and the chi-square statistical test was used to check the presence of a relationship between qualitative variables. Logistic regression has been exploited to identify the cause-and-eﬀect relationships. Field research was also taken into account by including an expert survey of 47 students (72.3% bachelors, 23.4% masters and 4.3% doctoral students) of SCU, who underwent academic mobility in foreign countries (Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Spain, Romania, Turkey, Germany, Czech Republic, France, Italy, Slovenia, Slovakia, Great Britain, Austria, Hungary, etc.). Results of the study: The research applied quanti-tative and qualitative methods of analysis, and a survey among students made it possible to identify many advantages of academic mobility. SWOT analysis of academic mobility in Kazakhstani universities was used to identify weaknesses, strengths with the primary preferences of students to improve their competencies and skills, which in the future will allow them to ﬁnd a placement and inﬂuence their competitiveness. Discussion and conclusion: The calculation of the correlation coeﬃcients used and the chi-square test revealed that the presence of a relationship between the dependent variable and other questions of the questionnaire that were given in the work assisted to detect pairwise relationships and build a multivariate logistic model. The resulting model allows us to summarise that it can be used in predicting academic mobility in respect with employment opportunities.
Decarbonization of the Kazakhstan Economy: Prospects for the Energy Transition
Authors: Aubakirova G. M. , Biryukov V. V. , Issatayeva F. M. , Mazhitova S. K.
Published: January 2024

The growing importance of the carbon footprint of products in international competition will intensify the search for new approaches to the decarbonization of countries with economies in transition. The article summarizes the results achieved by Kazakhstan in overcoming the diﬃculties of implementing a “green” approach and ﬁnding eﬀective ways to decarbonize the economy. The methodological basis of the study is based on a systematic approach to assessing the sustainability of Kazakhstan’s development and summarizing the world experience of transition to a low-carbon economy. The authors focus on the current problems of the industry in the context of creating a circular economy based on renewable resources. The inﬂuence of the transformation of the energy system on the country’s economy is shown. It is substantiated that the decline in commodity prices in the world markets and the dependence of the economy on energy have a negative impact on both the fuel and energy complex and related industries. It has been established that one of the eﬀective ways to strengthen the position of Kazakhstan in international value chains is the implementation of a proactive strategy for the decarbonization of industry, taking into account national interests. Given that the country continues to demonstrate relatively high levels of energy intensity on a global scale, the progress of the extractive industries requires government assistance and intensiﬁed public-private partnerships.
Analytical Review of Experience in the Development of Sustainable Finance and Prospects for Implementation in Kazakhstan
Authors: Kuanova L. A. , Sagiyeva R. K. , Zaitenova N. K.
Published: January 2024

The development of “sustainable” ﬁnance, that is, ﬁnancial instruments operating in the context of the implementation by companies of a set of environmental, social and governance principles (ESG principles), is gaining momentum in the main world markets. According to the Global Alliance for Sustainable Investments, these strategies already account for 35.9% of the total amount of invested assets. This trend is driven by a new global reality since the long-term development of the country and the company cannot be possible without resolving deepening environmental and social contradictions. In this regard, the purpose of this article is to develop recommendations acceptable to the practice of Kazakhstan based on the generalization of contemporary international experience in the development of various instruments of sustainable ﬁnance, as well as on studying institutional support measures for this process at the macroeconomic level.A review of the experience of several countries leading in the ﬁeld of environmentally and socially responsible investment demonstrates both general and speciﬁc features that can be successfully implemented in Kazakhstan, which is at the initial stage of this process. The research methodology is based on a comparative analysis of public policy, regulatory framework, and national speciﬁcs of the models of the six selected countries and regions. The obtained results have corresponding practical implications in terms of sustainable ﬁnance and ESG criteria-based investing regulation advancement in Kazakhstan by foreign practices adaptation.