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Prediction of Obesity Categories Based on Physical Activity Using Machine Learning Algorithms
Authors: Iqbal Muhammad , L Lisnawanty , Steven Dharmawan Weiskhy , Septian Rendi
Published: July 2024

Obesity is a global health issue with rising prevalence, marked by excessive fat accumulation that poses health risks. Contributing factors include poor eating habits, lack of physical activity, and genetics, which elevate the risk of chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and cancer. This study examines an obesity dataset with seven variables: Age, Gender, Height, Weight, BMI, Physical Activity Level, and Obesity Category. The analysis reveals strong correlations between Body Weight, BMI, and the Obesity Category, while Body Height shows a moderate negative correlation. Various machine learning algorithms were tested, including XGBoost, AdaBoost, Gradient Boosting, and Extra Trees Classification. XGBoost emerged as the top performer, achieving the highest accuracy (0.9961) and an almost perfect AUC (0.9992), making it highly effective for obesity prediction. The study's significance lies in its ability to elucidate the key factors contributing to obesity and their interactions. By recognizing the strong links between Body Weight, BMI, and Obesity Category, healthcare professionals can craft more targeted interventions. Furthermore, the successful application of advanced machine learning algorithms underscores the potential for technology to enhance predictive accuracy and support healthcare decision-making. The findings highlight XGBoost's superior performance, demonstrating its value in predicting obesity and aiding in early diagnosis and prevention strategies. This research emphasizes the critical role of data and technology in tackling obesity and improving public health outcomes.
INTELIGÊNCIA EMOCIONAL NA GESTÃO DE CONFLITOS NAS ORGANIZAÇÕES
Authors: Machado Conceição , Rebelo Paulo , Durão Mário
Published: July 2024

O Quociente Emocional pode ser um diferencial crítico em contextos onde as habilidades interpessoais e a gestão emocional são essenciais. A Inteligência emocional complementa o Quociente de Inteligência, mas muitas vezes pode superá-lo na determinação do sucesso em carreiras e relacionamentos interpessoais. Investir no desenvolvimento da inteligência emocional pode trazer benefícios significativos tanto para indivíduos quanto para organizações. O setor do imobiliário é notoriamente competitivo e frequentemente envolvido em conflitos e sujeito a mudanças rápidas no mercado. A gestão eficaz de conflitos é crucial para manter a produtividade, a satisfação do cliente e a reputação da empresa. O presente estudo procurou investigar a perceção de trabalhadores do ramo imobiliário, em Portugal, sobre a importância da utilização da Inteligência Emocional (IE) na gestão de conflitos no seio da sua atividade profissional. A amostra é constituída por 71 participantes que responderam a um questionário no Google Forms. Os principais resultados mostram o reconhecimento da IE como importante ou extremamente importante na gestão de conflitos nas organizações e identificam o autoconhecimento e a empatia como sendo os pilares mais importantes da IE na gestão dos conflitos.
Vigilantism, Texas, Privacy and Liberty: Waiting Once Again for The Supreme Court to Speak
Authors: Hunter Richard , Lozada Hctor , Shannon John
Published: July 2024

Is there a constitutionally protected right to privacy? This is not an article in support of or in opposition to abortion rights. In fact, it is not an article about abortion at all. Rather, in light of two actions of the United States Supreme Court that took place in 2021, the authors have undertaken in Part I of this study a review of Supreme Court precedents, statutory materials, and other state and federal legislative actions relating to the issues of privacy and liberty. The article is written in the context of the debate over reproductive rights and examines the rationale used by courts to make critical distinctions in cases where not only reproductive rights were at issue, but also where questions were raised relating to the existence of a broader constitutionally protected right to privacy which we will consider in other discreet areas in Part II of the study.
MARKETING EN YOU TUBE COMO MEDIO AUDIOVISUAL Y SU INFLUENCIA EN LA DECISIÓN DE COMPRA DEL CONSUMIDOR
Authors: Campines Barría Francisco Javier
Published: July 2024

El objetivo del presente estudio es analizar el marketing en YouTube como medio audiovisual y su influencia en la decisión de compra del consumidor. La metodología empleada en la presente investigación consta de un enfoque de carácter cuantitativo. Es de tipo descriptiva. Su diseño es no experimental. La población objeto de estudio, estuvo conformada por 132 estudiantes de la Facultad de administración de empresas y Contabilidad del Centro Regional Universitario de Veraguas. Para efectos de la muestra, se hizo el cálculo por medio del programa QuestionPro estableciendo un nivel de confianza del 95%, con un margen de error del 5%, obteniendo una muestra de 99 personas. El instrumento empleado para recopilar la información fue por medio de una encuesta. Los resultados revelan que el 79.8% destaca que omite el anuncio de YouTube, 9.1% no le presta atención a la publicidad y espera que pase, un 10.1% observa la publicidad completa y solo 1% se motiva a buscar información sobre el anuncio publicitario. En conclusión YouTube es una de las plataformas de video más queridas no solo en Panamá, sino también en el mundo entero, sin embargo los consumidores de estos canales digitales buscan solo entretenerse con algún contenido que sea de su preferencia y que no les impongan publicidad, ya que muchas de estas son ignoradas, ya que no le aporta algún interés personal.
USO DE LA INTELIGENCIA ARTIFICIAL EN LA TRANSFORMACIÓN DEL MERCADEO
Authors: Ching Ruíz Yermaline
Published: July 2024

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SISTEM PENDUKUNG KEPUTUSAN PENENTUAN GURU TERBAIK MENGGUNAKAN METODE PROFILE MATCHING PADA MADRASAH ALIYAH MUALLIMIN NAHDLATUL WATHAN ANJANI
Authors: Hakim Marwan , Rusdan
Published: July 2024

Tuntutan dunia pendidikan agar mempunyai sumber daya manusia yang berkualitas, sebagai konsep dalam dunia pendidikanpun akan mengalami perubahan. Konsep pendidikan yang berubah akan mempengaruhi cara dan sistem pencapaian pembelajaran. Madrasah Aliyah Muallimin Nahdlatul Wathan Anjani memiliki kualifikasi tersendiri dalam memilih tenaga pengajar. Selama ini proses penentuan guru terbaik menggunakan cara manual yaitu menggunakan cara musyawarah atau diskusi. Hasil dari diskusi dari tim penilai tersebut kemudian disampaikan kepada kepala sekolah untuk persetujuan menetapkan siapa yang layak menjadi guru terbaik. Tetapi ketika ditetapkan guru terbaik berdasarkan penilaian dari tim penilai, menjadikan hasilnya yang tidak sesuai. Tentu saja hal tersebut karena tidak maksimalnya pada proses penilaian. Untuk mengatasi permasalahan tersebut, maka diperlukan adanya sistem untuk membantu tim penilai dalam proses menentukan guru terbaik yang akan dipilih dan ditetapkan oleh kepala sekolah. Dalam memilih dan menentukan guru terbaik, maka dibuatlah sistem pendukung keputusan untuk menentukan guru terbaik menggunakan metode Profile Matching di Madrasah Aliyah Muallimin Nahdlatul Wathan Anjani.
Publishing Journal Articles in Times of Dataism
Authors: Peeters David
Published: July 2024

In this response to Diamond is a scientist's best friend, Peeters discusses how quantification of research quality and dataism negatively affect the uptake of DOA-publishing in particular and academia in general.
EGRA Teachers’ Capacity-Building Interventions on Reading Abilities of Early Grade Learners in Public Primary Schools in Kiambu County, Kenya
Authors: Thuo Zipporah Wanjiku , Ronoh Alexander , Tanui Edward
Published: July 2024

Early Grade Reading activities is an initiative implemented in Kenya with the aim of improving reading among learners in grades one to three. This programme encompasses various interventions. This study sought to investigate the influence of the Early Grade Reading Activities (EGRA) teachers’ capacity-building interventions on the reading abilities of learners in public primary schools in Kiambu County. The specific objective of the study was to examine the influence of teachers’ capacity-building  interventions on reading abilities of early grade learners in public primary schools in Kiambu County.The study utilized the descriptive survey research design The study was guided by the Vygotsky’s Socio-cultural Cognitive Development Theory.  The target population was 26,156 individuals from the 576 public primary schools in Kiambu county. This population comprised  1,408 grade one to three teachers and 24,748 grade 3 learners in the public primary schools in Kiambu County. A sample of 1066 individuals comprising of 57 lower grade teachers and 1009 grade 3 learners were selected using the cluster sampling technique. Teacher’s Questionnaire were used to collect data from the teachers while an achievement test was used to collect data from learners. Data were analysed using frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviation while the linear regression method was used to test the relationships between variables. Results showed that teachers’ capacity building (β= 0.474, t= 4.055, p<.001) had a positive and statistically significant influence on learners reading abilities. The study concludes that interventions that seek to build teacher capacity are effective in improving early grade reading abilities. This information could be of great significance in designing future programmes that reflect good practices and implementation. The study recommends that the Ministry of Education should sustain EGRA teachers’ capacity building approaches at the end of the EGRA programme.
TELAAH BUKU SISWA MATEMATIKA WAJIB SMA KELAS X TERHADAP KESESUAIAN PADA KURIKULUM MERDEKA
Authors: KURNIAWAN ANDI , PUTRI MEILYSA AJENG KARTIKA
Published: July 2024

This study aims to examine the suitability of the content of compulsory mathematics books for high school students in class X to the Kurikulum Merdeka. The method used is descriptive analytical, focusing on aspects such as the completeness of systematic components, fulfillment of normative requirements and legality, content quality, material presentation, language use, and book design. The results of the study show that in general, the compulsory mathematics student book for high school class X is in accordance with the demands of the Kurikulum Merdeka. However, there are several aspects that still need improvement, especially in the presentation of materials and the use of language. Overall, the conclusion of this study is that the compulsory mathematics student book for high school class X has met the criteria for conformity with the Kurikulum Merdeka, although improvements are still needed on several components to improve the quality and effectiveness of textbooks as a learning resource that supports students' independence and freedom of learning. The results of this research are expected to provide valuable input for the development of mathematics textbooks that are more in line with the Kurikulum Merdeka, so that it can encourage the creation of a more effective and student-centered learning process.
ABSTRAKPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk menelaah kesesuaian isi buku siswa matematika wajib SMA kelas X terhadap Kurikulum Merdeka. Menggunakan metode penelitian deskriptif analitik, dengan fokus pada aspek-aspek seperti kelengkapan komponen sistematika, pemenuhan syarat norma dan legalitas, kualitas konten, penyajian materi, penggunaan bahasa, serta desain buku. Hasil telaah menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar buku siswa matematika wajib SMA kelas X telah sesuai dengan tuntutan Kurikulum Merdeka. Namun, terdapat beberapa aspek yang masih perlu perbaikan, terutama pada penyajian materi dan penggunaan bahasa. Secara keseluruhan, kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah bahwa buku siswa matematika wajib SMA kelas X telah memenuhi kriteria kesesuaian dengan Kurikulum Merdeka, meskipun masih diperlukan penyempurnaan pada beberapa komponen untuk meningkatkan kualitas dan efektivitas buku teks sebagai sumber belajar yang mendukung kemandirian dan kebebasan belajar siswa. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan masukan berharga bagi pengembangan buku teks matematika yang lebih sesuai dengan Kurikulum Merdeka, sehingga dapat mendorong terciptanya proses pembelajaran yang lebih efektif dan berpusat pada siswa.
YOUTH ENVIRONMENTAL ACTIVISM: SUBVERSION OR CONFINED TO THE
EXISTING ORDER?
Authors: Banjac Marinko
Published: July 2024

Abstract. The article addresses different forms of youth environmental activism, starting from the phenomenon of the ambivalent position held by young people in environmental activism where on one hand they stand up for structural and radical change and, on the other, they cooperate with the authorities or at least make demands of them, thereby giving them legitimacy. The paper focuses on the relationship of young resisting subjectivities towards power and their interplay with strategies and practices and power mechanisms in the field of environmental regulation. The paper addresses various forms of youth environmental activism, especially looking at young dissenting subjectivities’ relationship to power and their intertwining with governing strategies and practices in the environmental field. Focus is given to the ways in which young activists are implicated in, constituted within, and respond to power relations and the exercise of governing, particularly when it comes to environmental issues. It draws on the Foucauldian approach of eco-governmentality and the analytical concept of counter-conduct as an analytical concept to examine how young activists address, co-constitute and potentially subvert or undermine power structures. Using this approach, we reflect on the diversity of agency found in youth activism, which includes an examination of the different forms, actions, strategies and practices associated with this activism. Keywords: youth, environmental activism, political ecology, eco-governmentality, counter-conduct.
ODNOS IN STALIŠČA ZDRAVSTVENIH DELAVCEV DO DAROVANJA ORGANOV PO SMRTI TER DONORSKE IN TRANSPLANTACIJSKE DEJAVNOSTI V SLOVENIJI
Authors: Uštar Barbara , Kamin Tanja
Published: July 2024

Povzetek. Zdravstveni delavci so v sistemu donorske in transplantacijske medicine (DTM) ključni ne le za izvajanje medicinskih postopkov, ampak lahko njihov odnos do darovanja organov po smrti vpliva na pripravljenost ljudi za darovanje organov po smrti, kar je prvi pogoj za izvajanje dejavnosti. Prispevek predstavlja izsledke kvalitativne analize poglobljenih intervjujev z zdravstvenimi delavci, neposredno vključenimi v donorsko in transplantacijsko medicino. Prikazuje raznolikost stališč in odnosov zdravstvenih delavcev do te specifične veje medicine, ključne ugotovitve pa opozarjajo na posebnosti in morebitne ranljivosti slovenskega sistema donorske in transplantacijske dejavnosti, potencial formaliziranega vključevanja različnih zdravstvenih profilov v sistem DTM, prevpraševanje obstoječega sistema soglasja za darovanje organov po smrti v Sloveniji ter pomanjkljivosti pri izobraževanju zdravstvenih delavcev o donorski dejavnosti. Ključni pojmi: darovanje organov po smrti, zdravstveni delavci, donorska medicina, transplantacijska medicina, presaditev organov.
Opinion: Eliminating aircraft soot emissions
Authors: Trivanovic Una , Pratsinis Sotiris E.
Published: July 2024

Abstract. Soot from aircraft engines deteriorates air quality around airports and can contribute to climate change primarily by influencing cloud processes and contrail formation. Simultaneously, aircraft engines emit carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and other pollutants which also negatively affect human health and the environment. While urgent action is needed to reduce all pollutants, strategies to reduce one pollutant may increase another, calling for a need to decrease, for example, the uncertainty associated with soot's contribution to net radiative forcing (RF) in order to design targeted policies that minimize the formation and release of all pollutants. Aircraft soot is characterized by rather small median mobility diameters, dm=8–60 nm, and at high thrust, low (< 25 %) organic carbon to total carbon (OC/TC) ratios, while at low thrust, the OC/TC can be quite high (> 75 %). Computational models could aid in the design of new aircraft combustors to reduce emissions, but current models struggle to capture the soot, dm, and volume fraction, fv, measured experimentally. This may partly be due to the oversimplification of soot's irregular morphology in models and a still poor understanding of soot inception. Nonetheless, combustor design can significantly reduce soot emissions through extensive oxidation or lean, near-premixed combustion. For example, lean, premixed prevaporized combustors significantly reduce emissions at high thrust by allowing injected fuel to fully vaporize before ignition, while low temperatures from very lean jet fuel combustion limit the formation of NOx. Alternative fuels can be used alongside improved combustor technologies to reduce soot emissions. However, current policies and low supply promote the blending of alternative fuels at low ratios (∼ 1 %) for all flights, rather than using high ratios (> 30 %) in a few flights which could meaningfully reduce soot emissions. Here, existing technologies for reducing such emissions through combustor and fuel design will be reviewed to identify strategies that eliminate them.
Spatial distributions of iron and manganese in surface waters in the Arctic’s Laptev and East Siberian seas
Authors: Kanna Naoya , Tateyama Kazutaka , Waseda Takuji , Timofeeva Anna , Papadimitraki Maria , Whitmore Laura , Obata Hajime , Nomura Daiki , Ogawa Hiroshi , Yamashita Youhei , Polyakov Igor
Published: July 2024

Abstract. The Arctic’s Laptev and East Siberian Seas (LESS) is a region with high biogeochemical activity. Nutrient inputs associated with river runoff and shelf sediment-water exchange processes are vital for supporting primary production in the LESS. However, the dynamics of trace metals such as iron (Fe) and manganese (Mn), which are essential micronutrients for primary producers, remain unknown in the LESS. Here, we present data on Fe and Mn in surface waters in the late summer of 2021 and discuss the factors controlling their concentrations and distributions on the surface of the LESS continental margins. Property of surface waters in the East Siberian Sea and Chukchi Abyssal Plain differed significantly from the Makarov and Amundsen Basins. Nutrient-rich Pacific-sourced water exists in the East Siberian Shelf with a high dissolved Mn (dMn) concentration. Pacific-sourced water also receives a large sedimentary flux that releases dMn onto the continental shelf. Dissolved Fe (dFe) could have been released on the shelf as well; however, dFe remained low in the Pacific-sourced water. This is because dFe re-precipitated more rapidly than dMn because of the difference in removal kinetics. In contrast, relatively nutrient-poor Atlantic-sourced water exists in the Makarov and Amundsen Basins. A positive correlation between the fraction of meteoric water (river water and precipitation), dFe, and humic-like colored dissolved organic matter (CDOM) in Atlantic-sourced water confirmed a common freshwater source for dFe and CDOM. Terrigenous organic ligands likely stabilized Fe in the dissolved phase, which was not the case for Mn. The fraction of sea ice meltwater was not correlated with dFe and dMn in any part of the sampling domain. Our results indicate that the major factors controlling these metal concentrations in the LESS continental margins are river discharge and the input of shelf sediment.
Impact of temperature threshold selection on future changes of liquid precipitation return levels based on convection-permitting models
Authors: Pesce Matteo , Dallan Eleonora , Marra Francesco , Fosser Giorgia , Vohnicky Petr , Akbary Rashid , Borga Marco
Published: July 2024

In mountainous regions, temperature conditions directly affect precipitation phase (liquid or solid) and, in turn, runoff formation and the probability of flood events. The projected temperature increase due to global warming therefore directly affects the fraction of liquid precipitation during heavy storms, leading to a potential intensification of the flood regime. In this study we assess the impact of temperature threshold selection for splitting precipitation into rainfall and snowfall, on the projected changes in the liquid fraction of precipitation during extreme events in the upper Adige River catchment (Eastern Italian Alps). To this aim, we use an ensemble of convection-permitting climate models (CPM), which are well suited to the task given their ability to explicitly represent deep convection and to resolve the mountainous topography. The CPM data provided by the CORDEX-FPS Convection project at 1 hour temporal resolution and remapped to 3 km spatial resolution cover historical and far future (2090-2099) time periods under the extreme climate change scenario (RCP8.5). Future changes of rainfall extremes are obtained using the Simplified Metastatistical Extreme Value approach, which is applied to the CPM simulations for frequency analysis. This approach provides estimates of extreme return levels with reduced uncertainty with respect to traditional methods. Three different temperature thresholds are used (i.e. 1, 1.5 and 2°C) and different elevation bands are considered within the catchment. Our preliminary results indicate an increase of liquid precipitation return levels that is dependent both on temperature threshold and elevation. In particular, larger increments are obtained for lower temperature thresholds and higher elevations. Moreover, the event duration seems to have an impact on the results, with a stronger signal for long duration storms. The results highlight the importance of addressing uncertainty in the quantification of future rainfall extremes in a mountainous area, with strong implications for water resources management and adaptation strategies.
Geo-hydrological events and human losses: a gender perspective
Authors: Salvati Paola , Antronico Loredana , Bianchi Cinzia , Carone Maria Teresa , Coscarelli Roberto , Gariano Stefano , Rossi Mauro , Sessa Melissa
Published: July 2024

Reducing the loss of life and the number of people affected by natural disasters, including landslides and floods, is an expected outcome of the Sendai Framework that provided a set of guiding principles, including a call for the integration of a gender perspective. Previous studies on natural disasters have documented how people's social roles shape their experiences of disasters, their vulnerability, and their ability to respond and recover, highlighting how people's mortality in disasters can be dramatically exacerbated by their gender.Within this framework, the main motivation guiding the present research is to understand how risk perception affected people behaviors divided by gender and age. At this aim the methodology we used consisted in carrying out a nationwide questionnaire in collaboration with an Italian independent Marketing Research Institute (Piepoli) to quantitatively measure the levels of geo-hydrological risk perception. For the purpose, we prepared the questionnaires designed to help the interviewees to consider first their general feelings about environmental and natural risks, and next, their specific understanding and fear of landslide and flood risk. The sampling strategy used a classification based on demographic variables, including: the size and distribution of the population in each Italian macro-region, the sex by age and the education degree.Results were compared with the observed distribution by gender and age of landslide and flood fatalities in Italy. The analysis is crucial to single out population groups most vulnerable to geo-hydrological hazard in Italy. The results obtained are important to improve the safety of people, to increase the resilience of communities to landslides and floods and to design effective informative risk reduction campaigns, as we have found that gender influences landslide and flood mortality. Data disaggregated by gender, age, and environment allowed the identification of possible associations between influential variables, and the selection of those that were most (statistically) significant. The norms of social processes related to the risk cycle may vary according to age, gender, and culture, as well as the social and economic context in which people live. In addition, the gender norms referred to the rules in different social groups (i.e. family, workplace, institution) are key factors in explaining how individuals respond to risk. In conclusion, the potential of gender analysis applied to that field, can promote the efficiency of the measures adopted to respond to crises and enable social equality in the response to the direct and indirect damage caused by geo-hydrological disasters, not only in Italy but everywhere.
The role of space for Climate Resilience: a focus on the Mediterranean region
Authors: Redigonda Gabriele , Bersegol Lucas , Francis James , Rochard Shadi , Corbett Laura
Published: July 2024

For the first time in 2023, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) addressed the specific impact of our changing climate on the Mediterranean Basin. According to the IPCC, this geographical area shows a unique (historical and) environmental identity, including physiographic and ecological features. Specifically, the Mediterranean region faces regional climate change-induced risks, surpassing the global average and accentuated by the area’s heightened vulnerability, not limited to the environmental aspects.In this context, the natural ecosystem is confronted to a growing array of challenges from diverse nature: wildfires, floods, desertification. The repercussions extend beyond environmental concerns, directly jeopardizing national and regional security, and generating a cascade of economic, social, and political effects.Space-based technologies play a significant role in addressing the challenges of climate resilience, as evidenced by the on-going implementation of over one hundred projects already using space solutions in Mediterranean countries. Ranging from the development of fully-fledged systems to smaller-scale local initiatives, these projects are aimed at addressing several of the above-mentioned challenges, depending on available resources and policy priorities.Beyond providing insights on the plethora of space-based solutions currently used and planned to address climate resilience challenges, this paper will provide:An overview of how these projects are aligned with climate resilience challenges as identified and prioritised by Mediterranean countries in their climate policies. These encompass a spectrum of general and sectorial mitigation and adaptation strategies addressing climate-related concerns, complemented by security and disaster risk management policies.
A gap analysis highlighting climate resilience challenges where space-based solutions still hold untapped potential.
A series of policy recommendations to maximise the positive impact of space on climate resilience in the Mediterranean region, built on the outcomes of the research and elaborated together with representatives of relevant actors based in the selected countries.
The Greek Atmospheric Reanalysis Database
Authors: Katsoura Christina , Dafis Stavros , Kyros Giorgos , Bezes Antonis , Kioutsoukis Ioannis , Lagouvardos Kostas , Kotroni Vassiliki
Published: July 2024

The METEO unit at the National Observatory of Athens, has developed a new atmospheric reanalysis database utilizing BOLAM numerical weather prediction model. This model incorporates reanalysis data from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF-ERA5) and provides a comprehensive coverage of Europe, as well as parts of the Middle East and North Africa. The dataset offers a spatial resolution of 6 km and a temporal resolution of 1 hour, encompassing the period from 1991 to 2022. This study, performed in the frame of CLIMPACT project (Grant Agreement: 2023ΝΑ11900001), focuses on the validation of the reanalysis dataset through comparison with surface and upper-air observations across Europe. Statistical verification was conducted using data from selected meteorological stations, with time series spanning over 15 years. The verification results were also compared with other widely used open-access reanalysis datasets. The findings indicate that the BOLAM reanalysis model is highly suitable for a range of applications, including climate studies and renewable energy resource assessments.
Advancing Wildfire Management in Mediterranean: The TREEADS (H2020) project.
Authors: Grillakis Manolis , Arampatzis George , Phillis Anastasia , Manoudakis Stelios , Voulgarakis Apostolos
Published: July 2024

Wildfires are a natural, reoccurring phenomenon in Mediterranean forest ecosystems. The Mediterranean region has recently been experiencing wildfires of increased intensity and magnitude, due to the combined effect of increased temperatures, prolonged drought conditions, as well as human activities. Under those circumstances, wildfire management and firefighting activities face significant challenges. Local authorities and firefighting agencies have been working on enhancing their strategies, resources allocation, and coordination to effectively manage those fires.
In this context, the TREEADS project funded by the EU Horizon 2020 Programme under the EU Green Deal call, adopts a holistic approach, proposing technological solutions that enhance our current abilities for the early detection of wildfires, as well as the timely response of the firefighting and fire management efforts. Under the project activities, those solutions are tested and validated on different pilot regions across Europe, tailored to the local stakeholder and community needs. Our pilot region, Samaria Gorge within the Samaria National Park, is one of the longest gorges in Europe and one of the most densely vegetated regions on the island of Crete, including extensive pine and cypress forests. In addition to highly flammable fuel, the Samaria gorge exhibits rough terrain and limited escape routes, posing a threat to its ~1000 daily visitors, in the case of a wildfire. This threat is intensified further as climate change unfolds in the region, bringing more frequent and prolonged heatwaves, combined with periods of prolonged drought. Our role is to coordinate and facilitate the communication among stakeholders and TREEADS technology partners, in order to test TREEADS technologies related to wildfire prevention and preparedness, and the timely detection, suppression, and evacuation of the Samaria gorge in the case that a wildfire event occurs.
AI-Driven Predictions: Foreseeing Mediterranean Extreme Weather in a Changing Climate
Authors: Nieves Veronica , Martinez-Amaya Javier , Guerrero-Navarro Gustavo Hazel
Published: July 2024

The Mediterranean region, recognized as a climate change hotspot, faces increasing and intensity of extreme weather events, posing significant challenges to vulnerable communities. In response we propose a novel artificial intelligence (AI) model designed to predict two distinct extreme weather phenomena in the Mediterranean basin: major Medicanes (across the entire basin) and severe coastal winds (tested in the Valencian Community). Our model employs a hybrid AI framework, adapted from former work on tropical cyclone forecasting rooted in a binary classification method, to enhance forecasting capabilities for these heavily non-linear extreme weather events, especially under rapidly evolving conditions. Our methodology involves analyzing datasets associated with each weather phenomenon, categorizing them into extreme and non-extreme based on the maximum wind speeds. By leveraging infrared satellite imagery and atmospheric reanalysis data, we extract critical features preceding the peak intensity of these events. These features enable the prediction of extreme wind conditions up to two days in advance in both cases. For the Medicanes study, our AI model successfully predicted 65-80% of extreme cases. The predictive accuracy of Western Mediterranean coastal winds averaged a precision of 85% for the region. This innovative and versatile methodology can be adapted to diagnose various severe weather phenomena beyond Medicanes and coastal winds, offering a robust tool for climate change adaptation strategies. Our research contributes to a deeper understanding and better management of nonlinear, climate-influenced weather events in the Mediterranean region. 
Societal Impacts and Adaptive Responses to Mid-20th Century Flood Events in Carinthia and Calabria
Authors: Petrucci Olga , Orieschnig Christina
Published: July 2024

The analysis of societal impacts from natural hazards has gained increasing importance, especially with climate change intensifying the frequency of extreme events. Studying community responses to past extreme events provides valuable insights into local risk management evolution. This study examines the immediate impacts and long-term societal responses to two significant mid-20th century flood events in Carinthia (Austria) and Calabria (Italy). The two study areas differ considerably with respect to climatic, geomorphologic, demographic and social conditions. Carinthia is an alpine region in the South of Austria, while Calabria represents a typical Mediterranean region, located at the southernmost peninsular extremity of Italy. Despite differences, they both experienced transformative floods that led to major adaptation measures. In Calabria, the catastrophic floods of 1951 and 1953 resulted in 150 fatalities and widespread infrastructure damage, prompting a mass emigration in America and the enactment of Law N. 938/1953 by the Italian government. In Carinthia, the floods of 1965 and 1966 caused 22 fatalities and extensive economic damage, leading to comprehensive river regulation measures. For each region and event, we assessed indicators such as rainfall intensity, flood discharge, affected areas, damage types, population impact, fatalities, injuries, homelessness, economic damage, and post-event countermeasures. We furthermore use historical maps to delineate the extent of the damage and show the morphological impact of flood protection and river regulation measures introduced to reduce future risk. Our analysis reveals that both regions, despite differing socio-economic contexts, predominantly relied on structural interventions for flood protection, according to a typical approach of the XX century. However, these measures also had adverse hydrological and economic consequences, including groundwater lowering, base penetration threats, and sediment entrapment. This study underscores the importance of multi-dimensional risk management strategies and the need for adaptive measures that account for both immediate and long-term impacts. By comparing these historical events, we highlight the evolution of flood management practices and the ongoing necessity for balanced, sustainable approaches to hazard mitigation.
Performance Measurement Systems: Strategic Lever for Value Creation
Authors: Hammouch Hind
Published: July 2024

In the Moroccan context, performance measurement is vital to organizations at all levels. Its importance is increasingly recognized as a crucial area of academic research. Despite sometimes ambiguous definitions, performance remains a central concern for economic players. Accurate measurement is essential for continuous improvement and the implementation of appropriate information systems. Therefore, the right choice of performance measurement methods is essential to the success of decision-making processes. In a highly competitive economic environment, organizations are seeking to maximize their profits on a sustainable basis. To achieve this, they need to be equipped with the necessary tools. It is, therefore, crucial to improve the relevance of performance measurement practices at all levels of their operations. By optimizing these practices, organizations can effectively monitor and evaluate their performance, identify areas requiring improvement, and adjust their strategies accordingly. This strengthens decision-making and supports sustainable organizational growth.
Exploring the Drivers of Digital Transformation and their Impacts on Adoption
Authors: Zahra Masooma , Naqvi Syed Asif Ali , Anwar Sofia , Makhdum Muhammad Sohail Amjad , Hussain Bilal
Published: July 2024

Digital transformation in industries is essential for industries in order to remain competitive in global world and to achieve sustainable performance. Hence, in order to pursue the driving forces for digital transformation in Pakistan, the present study is being conducted in Textile sector of Pakistan. The drivers of digital transformation are classified in economic, environmental, social, and organizational dimensions. The study uses Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) and a sample size of 124 industrial stakeholders was obtained, and hence the research provides a comprehensive analysis of the influence these drivers have on the adoption o digital technologies in industries. The findings revealed that economic, environmental, and organizational drivers significantly impact digital transformation in the textile sector, and hence it highlights the critical role of financial resources, sustainability initiatives and organizational capabilities within the industry. However, social drivers did not show a significant impact on digital adoption. Additionally, it was concluded that large firms are better at leveraging resources for digital transformation compared to smaller ones. Therefore, conclusion from the study contribute to an understanding of the digital transformation process in developing countries and it offers a practical implications for industry stakeholders and policymakers who are aiming to pave the way for technological advancements within the textile industry of Pakistan.
Mapping Student Engagement in Diverse Learning Environment in Universities: A Correlational Study
Authors: Mohyuddin Rabiah , Naz Farah Latif , Ishaq Muhammad , Nasim Farhat
Published: July 2024

The main aim of the correlational research investigation was to examine the complex relationship that exists between student engagement and the learning environment in university settings. The investigation involved a sample of 423 female (227) and 196 male (196) students selected through simple random sampling. These students represent a population of 10,365 BS students from three public sector universities in Punjab, Pakistan. The data was analyzed employing descriptive statistics, including frequencies and percentages, as well as Pearson correlation. A highly positive link was observed between the level of student engagement and the learning environment. This research investigation implies that to optimize student learning outcomes in the current educational landscape, it is crucial to consistently update and enhance university spaces by emphasizing the dynamic relationship between student participation and the environment.
Pengaruh Lokasi Strategis dan Kualitas Pelayanan Terhadap Loyalitas Pelanggan Melalui Kepuasan Pelanggan Pada RedDoorz near CBD Ciledug, Kota Tangerang, Provinsi Banten
Authors: Sulistiyo Tri Djoko , Nurbaeti Nurbaeti , Mariati Sri , Mumin Adhi Trirachmadi , Muhardiansyah Doni
Published: July 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of strategic location and service quality on customer loyalty through customer satisfaction at Reddoorz Near CBD Ciledug. This research uses a path analysis method that explains the influence of the independent variable on the dependent variable through mediating variables. Data was collected through a Google Form questionnaire carried out by accidental sampling. The population is all visitors staying at RedDoorz near CBD Ciledug. The research sample consisted of 100 respondents. The research results are: (1) Strategic location and service quality have a significant effect on customer satisfaction; (2) Strategic location and service quality have a significant effect on customer loyalty; (3) Customer satisfaction has a significant effect on customer loyalty; (4) Strategic location and service quality have a significant effect on customer loyalty through customer satisfaction. RedDoorz near CBD Ciledug's strategic location provides easy access to business centers and essential facilities, significantly increasing customer satisfaction. High service quality at RedDoorz also plays a vital role in improving customer loyalty through satisfaction by guaranteeing tangibles, reliability, responsiveness, assurance, and empathy. As a result, the combination of strategic location and superior service quality creates positive customer relationships that are strong and sustainable in the long term.
Prevalence of Falls among Obese and Non obese Elderly Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus - A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Y. Dumore Pradnya , D. Ganvir Shyam
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Ageing is a fundamental process that affects all of our systems and tissues. In older adults, functional fitness is determined by the ability to perform activities of daily living. Elderly is defined as being 65 years of age or older, however the onset of health problems of elderly may occur in early 50s or may be only in 40s. Falls represent the most common mechanism of injury and the leading cause of death from injury, in people older than age 65 years. Type 2 diabetes mellitus is very common in elderly individuals. In that the diabetic neuropathy is most commonly seen complication of type 2 diabetes mellitus with a major impact on the health affected elderly individuals. Therefore, this study is design to make aware about risk of fall among the elderly individuals and its consequences of balance in elderly obese individuals on quality of life.
Methodology: The study design is cross sectional study. 300 samples were taken. Elderly above 65 and with type 2 diabetes mellitus were included. Elderly with stroke, myocardial infarction were excluded. The study setting was rural community.
Procedure: The informed consent form is taken from the individuals. Elderly with history falls were taken. Demographic data with body mass index were taken and divide individuals into obese and non-obese category. After that Timed Up and Go test, Community balance and Mobility scale were administered and Barthel index for activities of daily living were taken. Result: Paired t- test to find out the difference between risk of fall in obese diabetic fallers and Non-obese diabetic fallers. One - way analysis of variance to find out the difference between the components of balance in obese diabetic fallers and Non-obese diabetic fallers. Linear regression to find out the association between the body mass index and activities of daily living (ADL) in obese diabetic fallers. Descriptive analysis of data for Age, Gender, BMI.
Conclusion: This study concluded that the obese elderly individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus has impaired balance and increased risk of fall than the non-obese elderly individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. And also, there were effect of obesity on activities of daily living in elderly with type 2 diabetes mellitus of rural community.

Key words: Ageing, Elderly, Falls, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, Balance, ADL’s
Unconventional Interventions Leading to Anterior Uveitis: A Case Report on Removal of Corneal Foreign Body by a Non-Medical Person
Authors: Chandra Mahesh , Koul Prateek , Singh Jitendra
Published: July 2024

INTRODUCTION - The misdirection of diagnosis due to the initial critical condition and unknown interventions complicated the identification of anterior uveitis, which was masked by corneal abrasion. Delayed treatment poses a threat to the eye. This case report highlights the clinical significance, common causes, and importance of timely treatment for anterior uveitis.
CASE REPORT - A 45-year-old female (reg. no PUKA 4303341) visited Dr Sushila Tewari Hospital on 17/02/2024, with redness and pain in her left eye. Before her visit, a non-medical person in her village had scraped her cornea with a safety pin head for the removal of a vegetative foreign body, instead of the treatment of anterior uveitis. So, initially treated for corneal abrasions, signs of iridocyclitis became evident as the cornea began to heal on the second day.
CONCLUSION - Timely medical consultation is essential for addressing ocular issues and preserving vision. Lack of education and awareness contribute to such critical incidents. Understanding the aetiology, pathophysiology, and management of anterior uveitis is crucial for preventing complications.

Key words: corneal aberration, keratitis, visual acuity, immunity, anterior uveitis, antibiotic, mydriatic and steroid.
PEMBERDAYAAN PEREMPUAN MELALUI PROGRAM PELATIHAN KETERAMPILAN MENJAHIT PADA PUSAT KEGIATAN BELAJAR (PKBM) INDRIA KOTA KENDARI
Authors: Windi Astika  , Dewi Anggaraini  , Nada Kusuma
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pemberdayaan perempuan melalui program pelatihan keterampilan menjahit pada pusat kegiatan belajar masyarakat (PKBM) indria dan kendala-kendala apa yang dihadapi dalam pelatihan keterampilan menjahit di Pusat Kegiatan Belajar Masyarakat (PKBM) Indria Kota Kendari. Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitiatif. Penentuan informan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode Purposive Sampling sehingga yang menjadi informan adalah Ketua Pusat Kegiatan Belajar Masyarakat (PKBM) Indria, Instruktur Pusat Kegiatan Belajar Masyarakat (PKBM) Indria, Peserta Pelatihan Menjahit, dan Alumni peserta pelatihan menjahit Instruktur Pusat Kegiatan Belajar Masyarakat (PKBM) Indria Kota Kendari. Sumber data yang digunakan pada penelitian yaitu data primer dan data sekunder. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah metode observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Terknik analisis data menggunakan, pengumpulan data, reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan 1)Pemberdayaan perempuan melalui program pelatihan keterampilan menjahit pada pusat kegiatan belajar masyarakat yaitu mereka diberikan pelatihan menjahit dan diberikan mesin jahit secara gratis agar mereka bisa membuka usaha sendiri di rumah. 2) Kendala-kendala yang dihadapi dalam pelatihan keterampilan menjahit di Pusat Kegiatan Belajar Masyarakat (PKBM) Indria yaitu keterbatasan waktu, daya tangkap, sarana dan prasarana yang kurang, kurangnya tenaga ahli dalam menjahit, dan tempat pembelajaran menjahit yang kurang luas
Analisis Kesesuaian Jual Beli NFT Berdasarkan Maqashid Syariah
Authors: Zakiah Fitriatuz
Published: July 2024

Seiring dengan berkembangnya teknologi di era 4.0 menuju 5.0 ini banyak bermunculan teknologi baru yang memudahkan orang menhasilkan uang dan berkarya lewat digital, salah satu yang muncul baru-baru ini yaitu aset digital NFT yang terkait hukumnya ulama berbeda pendapat, Adapun yang memperbolehkan karena jual beli NFT ini mengandung kemanfaatan dan juga kripto yang menjadi alat tukar dihukumi sebagai si’lah atau bisa dibuat alat tukar yang sah. Berangkat dari hal tersebut peneliti ingin mengetahui jual beli NFT berdasarkan maqashid syariah perspektif pengguna NFT apakah transaksi di dalamnya telah mendekati maqashid syariah yang 5 atau tidak, peneliti menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif deskriptif dengan analisis survey menggunakan data primer melalui kuesioner yang disebarkan kepada para pengguna NFT yang ada di Indonesia. Penelitian ini juga ingin menganalisis apakah rata-rata jawaban responden terkait variabel penelitian memiliki nilai rata-rata yang sama atau berbeda.Kata Kunci : Jual Beli, NFT, Maqashid Syariah.