bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Efficiency Evaluation of Surface Water Collection Infrastructure during Floods: Information Analysis and Zoning Management
Authors:   Department of Construction Engineering and Management, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Khajeh Nasir Toosi University, Tehran, Iran, Estelaji Faraz , Ghaderi Narjes ,   Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering , Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran, Ghorbani Mahsa ,   Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering , Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran, Naseri Alireza ,   Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering , Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran, Zahedi Rahim ,   Department of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran, Asghar Pourezzat Ali ,   Department of Public Administration, Faculty of Management, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran, Keshavarzzadeh Mansour ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering Science, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa, Yousefi Hossein ,   Department of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
Published: March 2024

Objective: Flood events, occurring as natural and unexpected phenomena, have become increasingly prevalent in recent decades. Assessing the probability of flood risk and creating flood zoning maps in vulnerable areas, particularly urban regions, are crucial for mitigating flood damages and managing such events. This research aims to determine the flood-prone zones along the Darakeh River, located in Tehran, the capital city of Iran, by integrating the hydraulic model HEC-RAS with Geographic Information System (GIS). Methods: After establishing the physiographic characteristics of the watershed, including area, perimeter, elevation, slope, and time of concentration, influential factors on flood occurrences such as permeability, hydrological soil groups, runoff potential, curve number, land use, and vegetation cover were identified. This information, along with other hydraulic data and flow specifications such as boundary conditions, roughness coefficients, and design discharge, was incorporated into the HEC-RAS model. The model was executed for different return periods of 2, 5, 10, 25, 50, and 100 years. Subsequently, the hydraulic model outputs were transferred to the GIS model to obtain the flood-prone zones along the Darakeh River for the aforementioned return periods. Results: As observed, in the middle section of the Khoshke Channel, which has a lower gradient, the floodplain exhibits a wider extent. Furthermore, along the course of the river and after passing through a stretch of the Khoshke Channel with a reduced gradient, the floodplain's area increases up to the location of the western flood channel. Conclusion: It is concluded that areas with lower river slopes exhibited larger flood-prone zones, highlighting the necessity of increased attention to prevent significant damages in urban areas during flood events.
KEPUASAN KERJA PEGAWAI SEKSI PENDATAAN DAN PENETAPAN PAJAK DALAM PELAYANAN PUBLIK
Authors: Candani Ni Putu Ari , Wibawa I Gede Jaya Satria , Wijaya I Gede Bayu
Published: March 2024

This study aims to analyze employee job satisfaction in public service, and to analyze the implications of employee job satisfaction on public service in the Mataram City SAMSAT Office. The theory used in this research is satisfaction theory and motivation theory. The method used in this study is qualitative which is described in detail through observation and interviews with informants. This study uses two (2) types of data sources, namely primary data sources and secondary data sources. The data was obtained by means of interviews, observation, documentation, and methods of literature. The results of the study show that employee job satisfaction has not been fully fulfilled or is not satisfied, there are still some that have not been fulfilled, in employee job satisfaction there are 5 (five) indicators, namely; working conditions, wages, security, quality of supervision, and relationships with others. And employee job satisfaction has implications for public services in the Mataram City SAMSAT Office. This shows that the better the employee's job satisfaction, the better the employee's performance and vice versa, the less employee job satisfaction, the less employee performance job.
The Limits of India’s Soft Power in South Asia
Authors:   Department of Political Science, Bangalore University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Kumar S Y Surendra​
Published: March 2024

Since its independence, India could count itself among the few nations with strong cards in the arena of soft power like its culture, civilisation, democratic credentials, secular values, pluralistic society, professional expertise, free media, independent judiciary, dynamic civil society and so on. Ironically, India did not use this soft power strategy rigorously to achieve its national interest. In the 1990s, India has been pro-active in pursuing its soft power strategy than ever before to achieve its strategic interest. India, to a certain extent, has been successful in strengthening its ties with Southeast Asia, Africa, US and European countries through its soft power tools like promotion of culture, support towards democracy and involvement with the diaspora, increasing aid and investment and so on. However, India’s soft power strategy in South Asia had mixed results. In this context, the article attempts to identify the need for India to engage in more such tactics rather than hard power in South Asia. India’s plans to use soft power in South Asia and its limitations in achieving her foreign policy objectives in the region will be critically analysed too. Keywords: Soft Power, India, South Asia, Diaspora, Democracy, Tourism
Imperatives of Judicial Reforms in Israel: An Analytical Perspective
Authors:   Department of Political Science and Public Administration, Central University of Jharkhand, Jharkhand, India, Raj Honey
Published: March 2024

Israel a parliamentary democracy proposed a spate of judicial reforms that led to wide protest across the country since the beginning of 2023. Israel’s parliament approved the first pillar of Netanyahu’s plan of overhauling country’s judiciary in July 2023. Once again, the protests with clashes between people and police occurred. Israel has been facing tough protests almost from all sections of the polity and society. Government and the opposition, both had their own set of arguments towards the imperatives and nature of judicial reforms in Israel. Opponents goes to the extent of saying that proposed reforms will ruin the democratic ethos of the polity as a whole. Government, on the other hand, justifies the reforms as an endeavour to strike balance among the different organs of the Government like Executive, Legislative and Judiciary. Therefore, the ongoing tussle necessitates to explore and analyse the facts behind proposed reforms and their likely impacts upon the polity and politics of Israel. Hence, authors have attempted to analyse the political structure of Israel to present the issue in proper perspective. Keywords: Judicial Reforms, Israel, Balance of Power, Attorney General, Legal System
Formation of Informal Alliances in Indo-Pacific: Analyzing the Role of India
Authors:   Department of International Relations, Peace and Public Policy (IRP and PP),, St Joseph's University, Bengaluru­, Karnataka, 560027, India, Rana Sayani ​ , Kumar Karamala Areesh
Published: March 2024

The present world order is dominated by informal security, economic, cultural and strategic alliances across the regions. The Indo-Pacific region attracted the International community in the recent past due to the formation of informal alliances such as QUAD, AUKUS and IPEF. China's rise, which is seen as a threat to the existing World Order, has also helped the Indo-Pacific in getting the attention it long deserved. The presence of Informal Organizations or Informal 'Inter-Governmental' Organizations (IIGOs) plays a significant role in the region which still lacks a regional integration process. Internationally, the focus is mostly given to formal institutions, while the informal ones remain ignored because of their lower chance of enforcement. It needs to be understood that IIGOs can assist in the better and proper functioning of Formal Inter-Governmental Organizations (FIGOs), where the members are divided upon their national interests. In certain scenarios, they can also replace and transform into a formal organization. The presence of bilateral conflicts and lack of strong regional mechanisms in the Indo-Pacific region also led to the emergence of informal alliances based on mutual interests. This paper primarily focuses on the dynamics of informal alliances in the Indo-Pacific region and highlights India's interests. Keywords: QUAD, AUKUS, IPEF, Belt and Road Initiative and Pacific Network
Docência no ensino superior para área da saúde: uma revisão integrativa da literatura
Authors: Pereira Cristian dos Santos , Soares Carla Patricia Siqueira , Lima Luana da Silva , Cecim Michelle Milene Perdigão Moreira , Silva Nathália Araújo da , Raiol Aldenize Ferreira , Cardoso Dirlane Davi , Varela Everton Luiz Pompeu
Published: March 2024

Desde sempre a educação é uma prática social que ocorre em todas as instituições de ensino do Brasil. O docente de ensino superior atrai a atenção de muitos estudiosos atualmente, seja pela importância de sua formação, ou pela adequação a novas metodologias didáticas empregadas aos alunos. Uma preocupação crescente com a prática da docência no ensino superior tem proporcionado um aumento nos estudos sobre a temática da formação e do desenvolvimento profissional de seus professores para além de um saber meramente teórico-disciplinar. O objetivo deste estudo foi buscar na literatura documentos relacionados à docência no ensino superior na área da saúde e trazer pontos importantes sobre dentro do território brasileiro. Foi realizada uma revisão integrativa da literatura com busca integralmente no google scholar para selecionar os artigos que tratassem a docência no ensino superior para áreas da saúde como objeto de estudo. A maioria dos artigos enfatizavam que a docência no ensino superior no Brasil para saúde precisava evoluir, no contexto de metodologias aplicadas ao ensino, sendo necessário uma reestruturação e adequação a uma diversidade de formas de ensino para melhorar o contexto de ensino e aprendizagem por parte do professor e aluno. Além disso, observamos que alguns manuscritos evidenciaram que o ensinar por parte dos docentes se baseava em conteúdos prontos, o que dificultava a compreensão de alguns alunos que necessitavam de um acompanhamento mais especifico, e esse processo acabava incomodando alguns docentes também, que se manifestavam para que a metodologia de ensino fosse modificada, com mais autonomia dos docentes.
Racismo religioso no Brasil a partir da abordagem decolonial
Authors: Prado Cecília de Oliveira , Dietrich Ana Maria
Published: March 2024

A relação entre ciência e religião tem sido objeto de discussão ao longo da história, e no Brasil, essa discussão também envolve questões de intolerância religiosa. Nesse contexto, este artigo se propôs a discorrer sobre a relação entre ciência e religião sob a perspectiva de um giro decolonial, a fim de desvelar como a herança colonial influenciou as atitudes de intolerância religiosa vivenciadas no Brasil, tanto no âmbito educacional quanto religioso. O objetivo deste artigo é compreender como a herança colonial brasileira influenciou as atitudes de intolerância religiosa e como a perspectiva decolonial pode contribuir para a construção de uma sociedade mais justa e tolerante em relação às diferenças religiosas. Para alcançar esse objetivo, foi realizada uma revisão narrativa, utilizando como base de dados as plataformas Portal Capes, Scielo, Sucupira, Google Acadêmico, Academia Edu, BDTD e Redalyc. Os critérios de inclusão foram estudos que abordassem a relação entre ciência e religião no contexto brasileiro, considerando a perspectiva decolonial e a intolerância religiosa. A revisão da literatura mostrou que as discussões sobre a relação entre ciência e religião no contexto brasileiro ainda são escassas e pouco exploradas sob a perspectiva decolonial. Além disso, a intolerância religiosa é uma realidade presente em diversos âmbitos da sociedade brasileira, incluindo o educacional e religioso. Considerando essas dificuldades encontradas na literatura e a sensibilidade do tema, é fundamental que sejam realizados mais estudos e pesquisas sobre a relação entre ciência e religião sob a perspectiva decolonial, a fim de promover uma reflexão crítica e uma mudança de paradigma em relação às diferenças religiosas. Em conclusão a relação entre ciência e religião no Brasil ainda é marcada por uma herança colonial que influencia as atitudes de intolerância religiosa e que maiores debates e estudos devem ser conduzidos mesmo que se trate de um assunto sensível.
Pendampingan Digitalisasi Keuangan Untuk Penyusunan Harga Pokok Produksi Pelaku Usaha (Mitra) Pengrajin Tapai Singkong Dan Tapai Ketan Di Medan Tuntungan
Authors: Meliza Juli , Nurhayati  , Rahmadani  , Akbar Aswin
Published: March 2024

Kegiatan pengabdian ini memiliki dua tujuan, yaitu (1) memberikan pemahaman kepada para pelaku usaha pengrajin tapai singkong dan tapai ketan tentang arti pentingnya menghitung harga pokok produksi dan melakukan pencatatan ke dalam jurnal dengan benar, (2) memberi pelatihan dan mendampingi pelaku agar mampu menghitung harga pokok produksi dengan benar. Diperoleh informasi tentang masalah yang dihadapi pelaku usaha tapai singkong dan ketan yaitu belum dipahaminya manfaat perhitungan harga pokok produksi sehingga mereka umumnya tidak melakukan perhitungan harga pokok produksi. Pelaku usaha tapai melakukan penetapan harga jual berdasarkan harga di pasaran, sehingga  tidak dapat menghitung berapa laba/rugi sebenarnya dari kegiatan usaha mereka. Solusi yang ditawarkan untuk memecahkan masalah tersebut adalah memberikan pelatihan dan pendampingan dalam perhitungan harga pokok produksi. Metode kegiatan yang digunakan dalam pengabdian ini adalah (1) ceramah untuk menyampaikan konsep perhitungan harga pokok produksi dan pencatatan dalam jurnal dan (2) kasus untuk memberikan contoh praktik menghitung harga pokok produksi, serta (3) melakukan pendampingan di lapangan. Hasil evaluasi terhadap kegiatan, diperoleh informasi tingkat pemahaman peserta terhadap materi yang diberikan sebesar 75%.
Unmasking Aadhar Authentication Issues: A Case Study of Biometric and PDS Access in Mundoti, Rajasthan
Authors:   Department of Culture & Media Studies, Central University of Rajasthan, Ajmer (Rajasthan), India., Jakhar Harikrishan
Published: March 2024

This paper goes into great depth about how hard India's Aadhaar-based identification system is to understand, especially when it comes to how important it is for people to be able to access simple services. Most of the study is about Mundoti, a village in Kishangarh, Rajasthan, where people's farming and hard work-based lives have made it hard to use Aadhaar. The paper looks at how common negative fingerprinting is and how it affects people's ability to use the Public Distribution System (PDS). It does this through a case study and direct and indirect research methods. Through conversations, it looks into the connection between having to wear fingerprints at work, demographics, and any possible effects on PDS. The study says that the people of Mundoti have trouble with Fingerprint authentication because of work in agriculture. This means that they are facing problems in getting important food aid. The study makes it clear that these problems need to be fixed. The people who live in Mundoti have trouble verifying their Aadhaar cards because their fingerprints are worn down from working hard in agriculture. The study also shows that age, gender, and job have a big effect on how likely it is that you will have identification problems. The paper argues that these fingerprint-related problems should be fixed so that important social aid programs can be carried out successfully in rural India. It suggests creating different ways to prove your identities, like eye scans or private biometric-based solutions so that vulnerable people aren't kept from important services like PDS as much as possible. This paper adds to the larger conversation about local ecosystems that includes everyone. It stresses how important it is to change rules and procedures to fit the needs of people living in rural areas.
PREVALENCE AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF POST-THYROIDECTOMY HYPOCALCAEMIA
Authors: NOORUDDIN S , KHAN Z , ALI A , ALHUJAILI WF , BABEKIR SA , SAEED A
Published: March 2024

Post-thyroidectomy hypocalcemia is a recognised and potentially significant complication arising from the surgical removal of the thyroid gland. The study's main objective is to find the prevalence and pathophysiology of post-thyroidectomy hypocalcemia. This prospective observational study was conducted in Civil Hospital Quetta from June 2021 to July 2022. A total of 162 patients undergoing thyroidectomy for various indications, including thyroid cancer, hyperthyroidism, and goiter, were enrolled in the study. Before surgery, baseline data were gathered, including demographic information, medical history, and preoperative serum calcium and parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels, from the 162 enrolled patients scheduled for thyroidectomy. Data were collected from 162 patients from both genders. The mean age of patients was 48.5 ± 8.2 years, with 70% female. The diagnoses included 40% with thyroid cancer, 30% with hyperthyroidism, and 30% with a large goiter. Preoperative serum calcium levels were 9.0 ± 0.5 mg/dL, parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels were 45 ± 9.80 pg/mL, and vitamin D levels were 25.5 ± 6.3 ng/mL. A history of hypocalcemia was noted in 5% of the participants. The mean serum calcium level was 9.0 mg/dL, with a standard deviation of 0.5. However, at 48 hours post-op, there was a decrease in the mean serum calcium level to 7.8 mg/dL, with a standard deviation of 0.7. It is concluded that the interaction between reduced serum calcium and parathyroid hormone levels highlights the immediate impact of surgery on calcium homeostasis.
AWARENESS, UTILIZATION, AND SATISFACTION OF SEHAT CARD PLUS AT A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL IN KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY
Authors: IMRAN SS , IQBAL M , SHER H , BATOOL S
Published: March 2024

Over 930 million individuals worldwide face significant financial barriers when seeking essential healthcare services, with more than 100 million people annually being pushed into extreme poverty due to healthcare expenses. The main objective of this study is to find the awareness, utilization, and satisfaction of Sehat Card Plus at a tertiary care hospital in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This cross-sectional study was conducted at a private tertiary care hospital in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, from August 2022 to January 2023. The study included 463 patients visiting the tertiary care hospital. A structured questionnaire was developed to gather data on participants' awareness of the Sehat Card Plus program, their utilization of the card for healthcare services, and their satisfaction with its benefits and coverage. Data was collected from 463 patients. The mean age was 42±11.5 years, with 45% female and 55% male participants. Socioeconomic status analysis revealed that 67% of participants belonged to low-income households, while 17% were classified as middle-income and 16% as high-income. 82% of respondents were aware of the Sehat Card Plus program, with television/radio being the most common source of awareness (33%), followed by word of mouth (29%) and social media (27%). However, only 73% knew who was eligible for the program, and 53% knew the services covered. It is concluded that awareness of the Sehat Card Plus program is notable, but substantial gaps exist in understanding eligibility criteria and covered services among participants. Satisfaction with services under this program is moderately high, and the population has a significant demand for the government to introduce similar schemes.
Formación integral de líderes en las Instituciones de Educación Superior: perspectiva humanista, solidaria y conciencia social
Authors: Ahumada Cervantes Juan Miguel , Rivera Obregón Mónica Liliana , Inzunza Mejía Patricia Carmina
Published: March 2024

En el presente artículo se muestran los resultados de una investigación llevada a cabo sobre las Instituciones de Educación Superior (IES). A través de esta, se buscó conocer la importancia que tiene el que dichas instituciones formen de manera integral líderes para la vida, para la profesión, para los negocios y para la sociedad; que no solo sean competentes en sus campos académicos, sino también ciudadanos comprometidos y éticos capaces de abordar los desafíos complejos de la sociedad contemporánea; que actúen bajo valores y principios humanistas, solidarios y de conciencia social, y cuenten con la capacidad para idear soluciones innovadoras a problemas empresariales, educativos, sociales y comunitarios. Además, de que promuevan el bienestar y desarrollo social, lo cual, les permita convertirse en agentes generadores del cambio económico y social.
Obciążenie zewnętrzne i wewnętrzne w kontekście metod oceny obciążenia mięśniowo-szkieletowego
Authors:   Centralny Instytut Ochrony Pracy – Państwowy Instytut Badawczy, Roman-Liu Danuta
Published: March 2024

W artykule przedstawiono koncepcję zależności między obciążeniem określanym jako zewnętrzne a obciążeniem wewnętrznym, określanym jako reakcja organizmu pracownika na to oddziaływanie, w powiązaniu z metodami oceny obciążenia. Scharakteryzowano metody służące do oceny oddziaływania wynikającego tylko z wykonywanych czynności pracy (metody oceny obciążenia zewnętrznego) oraz takie, które uwzględniają cechy indywidualne pracownika (metody oceny obciążenia wewnętrznego). Szczególną uwagę poświęcono zmiennym wejściowym do metod oceny obciążenia zewnętrznego, odnoszącym się do pozycji ciała (kąty w stawach) i wywieranych sił. W zaprezentowanej analizie omówiono różnice i podobieństwa występujące w obydwu typach metod.
Zagrożenia oczu podczas ręcznego spawania laserowego – analiza metod wyznaczania ekspozycji na promieniowanie laserowe
Authors:   Centralny Instytut Ochrony Pracy – Państwowy Instytut Badawczy, Owczarek Grzegorz , Szkudlarek Joanna , Jachowicz Marcin , Okrasa Małgorzata
Published: March 2024

Ręczne spawanie laserowe, które jest jednym z najnowszych rozwiązań w technologii spawalniczej, stwarza specyficzne zagrożenia zawodowe, zwłaszcza dla oczu spawaczy narażonych na szkodliwe promieniowanie optyczne. Pomimo powszechnego zastosowania tej technologii brakuje jednoznacznych i spójnych metod szacowania ryzyka zawodowego. Ten artykuł ma na celu wypełnienie owej luki poprzez analizę różnych metod wyznaczania maksymalnej dopuszczalnej i spodziewanej ekspozycji (MDE) na promieniowanie laserowe oraz określania wymaganego poziomu ochrony dla filtrów zabezpieczających przed promieniowaniem laserowym. Wyniki analizy mogą pomóc w tworzeniu skuteczniejszych protokołów bezpieczeństwa dla spawaczy wykonujących ręczne spawanie laserowe, co ma kluczowe znaczenie dla ich zdrowia i bezpieczeństwa.
Information Fusion for the Training of Public Administrators: Design of a Composite Indicator through the Integration of AHP and TOPSIS Methods
Authors:   Autonomous Regional University of the Andes (UNIANDES), Ecuador, Noel Noel ,   Autonomous Regional University of the Andes (UNIANDES), Ecuador,   Autonomous Regional University of the Andes (UNIANDES), Ecuador,   University of Sharjah, UAE, Izquierdo Katherine E. Prieto , .. Denisse M. Valle Rodr� , Marks Adam
Published: March 2024

The article addresses the importance of capacity development among public administrators to ensure the efficient functioning of the state and the provision of quality services to the citizenry. This entails acquiring legal knowledge, ethical principles, and technical skills in areas such as strategic planning, financial management, and policy evaluation. In addressing the evaluation of public administrators' training programs, the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) methods are employed. The methodology delineates the fundamental concepts and key equations to understand the application of these methods in evaluating public administrators' training programs. The findings underscore the significance of specific competencies in public administrators' training. These competencies, combined with comprehensive training encompassing cognitive, attitudinal, and instrumental dimensions, can equip professionals to confront current governmental challenges effectively. The article emphasizes the relevance of capacity development among public administrators and introduces methods such as AHP and TOPSIS to assess and enhance training programs in this field, aiming to bolster the state's capacity to respond efficiently to societal needs.
Review on line detection of wood panel images
Authors: Meng Dexiao , Long Wei , Hu Lingxi , Jiang Linhua
Published: March 2024

In industrial, the modern intelligent degree of board counting is relatively low. Some small manufacturers still count by hand, but for large factories, manual counting needs a lot of human resources, and the accuracy of counting is low. With the rapid development of modern intelligence, image recognition is becoming more mature, some traditional algorithms keep emerging, such as Hough Transform, Fast Line Detector (FLD), Line Segment Detector (LSD) and other line detection algorithms, they have their own advantages and disadvantages, and are summarized and tested, compare which algorithm has higher accuracy and better effect in the field of board linear detection and counting. Finally, the operation mechanism, advantages and disadvantages are summarized, and the process and trend of the further optimization and development of the traditional algorithm line detection technology in the future are prospected, which provides some reference for the research in related fields.
Komunikasi Internal Perusahaan di Masa Pandemi COVID-19
Authors: Wulan Muhariani
Published: March 2024

The Stakeholders in the company cannot be separated from internal and external parties, so that corporate communication or organizational communication needs to be carried out by targeting both. This internal communication is a challenge in the company's activities, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. As we know that the pandemic period is times that are beyond expectations, many policies and information from the company are up-to-date and need to be understood by the company's internal parties. Therefore, researchers want to see how the company's internal communication activities during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially the government's policy regarding Work From Home (WFH) in order to suppress the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The researcher used a qualitative approach in this study with case study research methods. From the results of the study, it was found that every company needs to communicate to internal parties, namely employees and stakeholders in it so that internal parties know the condition of the company, can work in line with company goals and can do what is expected by the company.
Daya Ikat Perjanjian Jual Beli dalam Marketplace Shopee Dengan Sistem Pembayaran Cash On Delivery (COD)
Authors: Angelia Putriana
Published: March 2024

The era of digital transformation has changed the way many businesses operate, communicate and compete. In this era, businesses need to develop relevant strategies to remain competitive. Contemporary businesses are undergoing digital transformation, the role of a viable strategy has become very important for any company. There are various important aspects to focus on when developing a digital business strategy: primarily, increasing the scope of business operations as well as implementing the latest IT solutions to make this strategy a long-term “scale-up” plan intended to maintain the company's viability, performance and contribute to the achievement of Development Goals Sustainable (SDGs). The purpose of this article is to analyze the development of efficient business strategies in the digital era. The method used in this analysis is a qualitative descriptive method. The results of this discussion show that in the era of the “new economy” and the digital transformation that accompanies it, an innovative digital business strategy based on advanced IT solutions and aligned with the SDGs is a great opportunity for companies to deviate from competitors and gain a competitive advantage.
Pesan Dakwah dalam Film Animasi Nussa dan Rara Episode 1-5 (Analisis Semiotika Roland Barthes)
Authors: Nur Aini
Published: March 2024

This film is an animated da'wah packaged with the aim of teaching Islamic values that contain positive educational messages for children. Rara tells the story of a little sister who is curious about many things. Nussa as a patient, loving sister and always gives good advice to her sister. The purpose of this study was to determine the message of da'wah contained in the animated film Nussa and Rara. The method used is the semiotic analysis method of Roland Barthes because this method is classified as suitable for analyzing the da'wah message contained in the animated film Nussa and Rara, namely denotation and connotation. The overall results of this study include; how to behave before bed that must be done for every Muslim, starting all work by reading basmalah, giving a smile to our brothers because smiling is the easiest worship, cleaning the surrounding environment to create a comfortable and beautiful atmosphere, and when the call to prayer is resounding don't be noisy because Adhan is a call from Allah that must be hastened. Episodes 1-5 contain da'wah messages that can be a teaching for the general public about Islamic teachings.
Hubungan Motivasi Mahasiswa dan Komunikasi Interpersonal dalam Peningkatan Prestasi
Authors: Magvira Yuliani
Published: March 2024

Motivation is one of the factors that can affect student academic achievement, it is an indicator of the quality and quantity of knowledge that has been mastered by students. The outcomes are influenced by several factors including the interpersonal communication of lecturers and the motivation possessed by students in studying. This study aims to determine the relationship between students’ motivation in the Faculty of Communication, University of Muhammadiyah, Prof. Dr. Hamka, and interpersonal communication in the learning process in class. The research method uses quantitative research using a questionnaire and descriptively analyzed using David McClelland's needs theory approach as the basis of the research. Research shows that interpersonal communication influences students’ learning processes, especially for students with affiliation motivation. Thus, by knowing students’ motivation during the learning process, lecturers can choose and use the appropriate type of communication so that optimization in the teaching and learning process can be achieved.
Strategi Message Appeals Ono Harato Sebua dalam Kampanye Stop Kekerasan Terhadap Anak
Authors: Lase Gus Theodorman , Iskandar Zulkarnain  , Mazdalifah Mazdalifah
Published: March 2024

Wahana Visi Indonesia for the South Nias Program Area is a non-profit organization that carries out a campaign to stop violence against children by using a strategy of message appeals with the nuances of local wisdom, namely ono harato sebua. The research employs a descriptive method using a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques are interviews, observation and documentation. The result shows that the use of message appeals of ono harato sebua in the campaign to stop violence against children, using rational appeals, emotional appeals and morality appeals. The rational appeals use visual media and socialization. Visual media using stickers written on ono harato sebua, and socialization is to convey data on violence against children that occurred in South Nias regency, accompanied by presentation on children’s rights. The emotional appeal that arises is positive emotional appeals, and the moral appeal that appears is the attitude of responsibility and changes in good and right parenting patterns. Barriers that arise during the campaign are personal barriers and environmental barriers. Personal barriers refer to public’s perception of the campaign to stop violence against children, while environmental barriers refer to the indifference and lack of cooperation between community groups in supporting the campaign.
Peranan Media Sosial Facebook dalam Meningkatkan Komunikasi Pemasaran di Era Digital
Authors: Ayu Oktaviani  , Anwar Maulana  , Ricky Firmansyah
Published: March 2024

In the digital era, communication and information technology are increasingly developing which allows digital development to progress very rapidly by developing technology. Making communication in marketing more effective. Therefore, marketing communication is a facility used by entrepreneurs to influence consumers' increase in the product or brand offered directly or indirectly and becomes a statement about the product or brand. In addition, in marketing marketing communications are needed to foster buyer understanding of the goods offered, to increase sales results, and to make goods sell quickly. Therefore, this research aims to understand the role of Facebook social media in marketing communications in the current digital era. The method used in this research is qualitative with analysis and approaches to obtain data information. The results obtained in this study are that Facebook social media plays an important role for communication in the current digital era, this is due to the wide reach that is obtained and the many features that facilitate sales so that marketing carried out by people can be effective and quickly reach their target market.
Pemaknaan Sarkasme pada Stand Up Comedy Ridwan Remin “Introduction JKT 2019”
Authors: Topan Hermanto  , Dra. Sari Endah Nursyamsi  , Dian Sukmawati
Published: March 2024

This study aims to determine the interpretation or meaning of sarcasm conveyed by comedian Ridwan Remin in the Introduction JKT 2019 show. This study uses a qualitative approach using the semiotic analysis of Charles Sanders Peirce. Peirce categorizes the triangle theory of meaning which consists of three main elements, namely signs, objects, and interpretants. Researchers conducted an analysis of the selection of text and images related to the element of sarcasm. This research shows that the sarcasm material presented by Ridwan Remin is a reality that occurs in Ridwan Remin's life to introduce himself to the audience, he shows himself as an annoying person such as creating conflict with the audience, then introduces himself as a famous Stand up comedian, after that give his views commenting on the things that are being discussed, then talk about the realities of campus life and useless friends. To Ridwan Remin or other comedians to further mature the writing of material that has an element of sarcasm before it is presented to the audience so that unwanted things do not happen, such as offences that are brought to court.
A Study of Rhymes in Pope’s Poems: A Historical Perspective
Authors: Anggraheni Raden Roro Rieta
Published: March 2024

Rhyme is a poetic device that can be studied to know the poetic style of certain writer. The rhyme which was used in historical poetry will also provide a clue of the word pronunciation in certain era in the past. This study investigates the rhymes used by Alexander Pope in the late seventeenth century (early eighteen century), an era called Modern English which is interesting for its in-between characteristics, meaning that the language is similar to and different from current English. Accordingly, this study also aims at identifying the distinctive phonological feature in the form of vowel shift and unveiling the historical background of Pope’s rhyme choice. In order to achieve the purposes, the researcher analyzed fifteen poems written by Pope. The result shows that the rhyme scheme mostly used by Pope is the couplet aabbcc, even though the pattern varies. Some of the rhyming words give a clue on the pronunciation through the vowel shifts, by comparing them to the current English. Some of the vowels were more likely the result of the Great Vowel Shift effect in Renaissance era. Historically, the type of rhyme used by Pope shows that poems, as satirical verses, were used as an ideal vehicle to criticize the situation of English language development and the authority.
Representasi Kekerasan dan Kenakalan Remaja pada Serial Anime Tokyo Revengers
Authors: Adevy Vanie  , Zahra Javiera
Published: March 2024

This study aims to understand the Representation of violence and juvenile delinquency in the anime series Tokyo Revengers. This study uses a qualitative approach with semiotic analysis of Charles Sanders Peirce in the form of sign, object, and interpretant. Where researchers conducted an analysis by selecting each scene that contains scenes of violence and juvenile delinquency, then photographing each scene of violence and juvenile delinquency contained in the Tokyo Revengers anime series. selecting each scene that contained scenes of violence and juvenile delinquency. The results of this study show that in the anime series Tokyo Revengers there is violence both physical violence and verbal violence. Physical violence in the form of hitting, kicking, slapping, stomping, hitting using blunt weapons. As well as verbal violence in the form of rude speech, threats, shouts, swearing with harsh words, and also fighting sheep. There are also forms of juvenile delinquency such as fighting, smoking, underage motorcycle riding without equipment, bullying, stealing, and prostitution. Where violence and juvenile delinquency that occurs is a form of symbolic interactionism.
Implementasi Cyber Public Relations pada Instagram @dcikabakery
Authors: Atika Suri  , Sadiyah El Adawiyah
Published: March 2024

Researchers will examine whether Cyber Public Relations activities are effective in improving the D’cika Cakes & Bakery brand. The aim is to analyze the use of social media as an information medium for D'cika Cakes & Bakery in Cyber Public Relations activities referring to Chris Heuer's theory with four indicators, namely context, communication, collaboration and connection. This research was conducted using a qualitative approach with descriptive methods and using interviews and observation as data collection techniques. D'Cika uses various promotional media, including social media, television, digital platforms and billboards, to market its products or services. They specialize in business-to-business marketing communications and are directly involved in B2C activities. D'cika has two accounts, @dcikabakery.official and @dcikabakery, which are managed by the marketing communications team. The brand owner and marketing team have full control over the selection of promotional media. D'Cika Cakes & Bakery uses Instagram to maintain its reputation, utilizing various promotional media such as advertising, public relations and digital marketing. Brand owners and marketing teams control media selection, ensuring product quality and customer satisfaction.
Peran Komunikasi Interpersonal Orang Tua dan Anak dalam Mengatasi Kecemasan Menghadapi Ujian Sekolah
Authors: Ayies Devin Seftian  , Puri Haraz Alifia  , Muhamad Rizaludin  , Zikri Fachrul Nurhadi
Published: March 2024

This journal discusses the crucial role of interpersonal communication between parents and children in addressing anxiety before facing school exams at SMP Negeri 1 Garut, utilizing the relational dialectics theory. The method employed in this research is qualitative with a descriptive approach. The objective of this study is to comprehend how interpersonal communication between parents and children can help alleviate anxiety levels before school exams. The data used in this research comprise both primary and secondary data. Primary data were obtained through direct interviews with four children and four parents, including a psychologist. Meanwhile, secondary data encompassed journals, books, and other sources such as online searches or the internet. Data collection techniques used in the study include in-depth interviews, field observations, literature reviews, and online searches. The field research results indicate that interpersonal communication between parents and children plays a highly effective and precise role in reducing the anxiety levels of children before facing school exams.
Epidemiology and Treatment of Distal Radius Fractures at Four Public Hospitals in Malawi
Authors: Dworkin Myles , Harrison William James , Chidothi Paul , Mbowuwa Foster , Martin Claude , Agarwal-Harding Kiran , Chokotho Linda
Published: March 2024

Background:

Little is known about the burden or management of distal radius fractures (DRFs) in low- and middle-income countries. The purpose of this study was to describe the care of DRFs in Malawi.

Methods:

We retrospectively reviewed a registry of all patients with fractures who presented to the orthopaedic departments at four public hospitals in Malawi.

Results:

Totally, 1,440 patients (14.5%) were with a DRF. Average age was 40, and 888 (62.0%) were male. Surgery was done for 122 patients (9.5%). Patients presenting to Queen Elizabeth Hospital, patients presenting after a fall, and patients initially evaluated by an orthopaedic registrar or orthopaedic clinical officer had lower odds of receiving surgical treatment. Meanwhile, open injuries had the greatest odds of receiving surgery.

Conclusion:

The most common musculoskeletal injury among patients in the Malawi Fracture Registry was fractures of the distal radius. These most affected young adult male patients may benefit from surgery; however, the majority were managed nonsurgically. Lack of access to surgical fixation and conservative follow-up may have long-term functional consequences in a predominantly agrarian society. Outcomes-based research is needed to help guide management decisions and standardize patient care and referral protocols.
Surrogate safety measures using bicycle vehicle models
Authors:   Departmet of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV), Las Vegas, NV, United States, Kachroo Pushkin , Ramachandra Rao K. ,   Department of Civil Engineering and TRIPC, Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, India, Tiwari Geetam ,   Transportation Research and Injury Prevention Centre (TRIPC), Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, India
Published: March 2024

Surrogate Safety Measures (SSM) allow for analysis of crashes without having access to actual crash data as those are difficult to obtain, being of rare event nature. This article, for the first time, uses kinematic and dynamic bicycle models for vehicles for trajectory analysis to compute surrogate safety measures. The model has two versions, with and without the consideration of adhesion coefficients depending on the road conditions. Previously, only longitudinal models have been used and recently, a combined longitudinal and lateral model has been used by the authors but with a single wheel model, which is being enhanced by using the bicycle model in this paper.
Functional attributes of clothing preferences of students in universities in Nigeria: Implications for clothing and textiles education
Authors:   Department of Vocational Education, Home Economics Unit, Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria, Ego Azonuche Juliana
Published: March 2024

This study looked at the practical aspects of students’ choices of attire in Nigerian universities. The study determined the drivers of students’ clothing preferences in Nigerian universities, as well as objectively identified the clothes that they favored and evaluated their practical features. This study was led by one hypothesis and three research questions. Southern Nigeria was the study’s focus. The study design was ex post facto, and both qualitative and quantitative methodologies were applied. There were 28,650 students enrolled. Multistage sampling was used to first select three state universities by random sampling technique, a sample size of 585 undergraduates were purposively selected who were between 18 and 30 years of age and among the 200–400-level courses in the universities. To collect the data, an observation checklist and functional attributes of clothing preference questionnaire (FACPQ) were used, reliability coefficient with Kuder–Richardson-20 coefficient was obtained for an overall competent level (OCL) of 0.86. Cronbach’s α coefficient obtained for clothing preference determinants is 0.820 and functional attributes is = 0.85. Percentage, mean, standard deviation (SD), and t-test at 0.05 significance level were used to analyze data. The results showed that the fashion preferences of students included, among other things, leggings, spaghetti tops, slim faded, and torn jeans, hipster (low waist/sagging pants), bum shorts, and miniskirts. The following factors are determined by clothing: Brand, influence from peer groups, current fashion, self-satisfaction, ease of wear, attractive appearance, availability of clothing, and not durability, figure type, wearer’s mood, fit, money available, or comfort. When it comes to comfort, mobility, ease of task performance and activities, protection, and safety, student attire has low functional qualities. The wardrobe choices of undergraduate males and females did not significantly differ from one another. The upshot is that teaching pupils about clothes and textiles will encourage appropriate clothing choices and wearing habits while also aiding in the prevention of indecent attire. As teenagers and young adults, their main concern is keeping up with the times and dressing stylishly to satisfy peer pressure and standards. It was suggested that colleges set a clothing code to help students control their wardrobe, provide workshops and seminars on good fashion once new students are admitted, and punish those who do not follow the rules.
A study of Mulk Raj Anand’s contribution to English literature in general and society in particular
Authors: Kawan Ghassan dhahed , Mohammed Rafed Kawan
Published: March 2024

This study focuses on Mulk Raj Anand's contributions to English Literature in general and society in particular. Being born and brought up in India, he was more concerned with his society and explored his vision by writing about his Indian society. Mulk Raj Anand got his degrees from foreign Universities and got attached to English Literature and discovered his strength in writing in English in general but mentioned his experience of society. This paper will generate enthusiasm to explain his courage, urge, and zeal to make possible changes and remove the criminalities and impurities in the form of caste, creed, and color of Indian societies. This study encourages readers to adopt his positive attitude towards the unacceptable norms of society.