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Non-Performing Asset Management in Indian Banking: A Comparative Study of Public & Private Sector Banks
Authors: Bhartia Madhu Bhartia , Anjanee Kumar Rai
Published: February 2025

NPAs represent a major hurdle for the banks, posing substantial threats to financial stability. Often described as a doubleedgedsword, NPAs fail to produce revenue while simultaneously weakening a bank’s financial health. Instead, they compelbanks to allocate provisions, thereby eroding profitability. The escalating levels of NPAs in banks carry wide-rangingconsequences for the economy, disrupting credit flow and hindering overall economic growth. Using aggregate data from2020 to 2024, this study attempts to investigate NPA management practices at selected banking sectors. The study integratesboth theoretical and empirical perspectives on NPAs. It delves into the classifications and root causes of NPAs whileanalysing essential financial ratios associated with NPA performance. Gross nonperforming assets to Advances ratio is alsoexamined using an ANOVA test to determine whether there is a notable distinction between the various selected bankingsectors. The study's findings indicate that over the analysis period, gross NPAs at government owned banks increasedsteadily. According to projections for 2025, government owned banks are anticipated to face more challenges in managingNPAs than private and international banks. However, the results of the ANOVA test indicate that 2020 to 2024, there was nodifference between selected banks' gross non-performing asset to gross advance ratios.
GAMBARAN POLA PENGOBATAN DAN KOMPLIKASI PADA PASIEN DM TIPE II DI RSUD PANEMBAHAN SENOPATI BANTUL
Authors: Estiningsih Daru
Published: February 2025

Diabetes melitus (DM) ialah peningkatan kadar gula darah atau hiperglikemi yang disebabkan oleh masalah dengan sekresi insulin, kerja insulin dalam darah, atau kombinasi keduanya. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui gambaran pola pengobatan dan komplikasi yang terjadi pada pasien DM tipe II rawat jalan di RSUD Panembahan Senopati Bantul. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kuantitatif dengan pengambilan data retrospektif observational. Teknik sampling yang digunakan secara probability sampling dengan teknik simple random sampling. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah pada pola penggunaan obat yakni menggunakan monoterapi OHO, mengombinasikan 2 OHO dan mengombinasikan injeksi insulin dan OHO. Komplikasi dengan persentase yang tertinggi adalah komplikasi hiperosmolaritas 31%, komplikasi nefropati 25%,  dan komplikasi spesifik lainnya 19%. Kesimpulan tatalaksana terapi sudah sesuai dengan panduan penanganan DM di Indonesia dan komplikasi terbanyak yakni hiperosmolaritas
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Innovation and Sustainability in Healthy Beverage Production
Authors: Agarwal Devansh
Published: February 2025

The global demand for healthy beverages is on the rise due to increasing consumer awareness of nutrition and
wellness. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative tool in optimizing beverage production, enhancing quality
control, and ensuring consistency. This paper explores the role of AI in the formulation, production, and market analysis of
healthy beverages, with an emphasis on its impact on efficiency and consumer preferences. The study also presents a market
overview of the healthy beverage industry and the potential benefits of AI integration.
Interpreting cyberbullying within fan culture: The relationship between celebrity worship and cyberbullying
Authors: Zhang Ludan , Li Yaoyao , Song Xiaojing
Published: February 2025

With the development of the entertainment industry and the widespread use of electronic devices, worship of celebrities has become increasingly prevalent and fervent, accompanied by a rise in cyberbullying. Applying the general aggression model, our focus in this study was on the role
of fans’ reactive anger and maternal rejection in the link between celebrity worship and cyberbullying. The participants were 847 college students. Analysis of data from a survey showed that reactive anger and maternal rejection both moderated the relationship between celebrity worship
and cyberbullying. That is, when the level of reactive anger was high, the predictive effect of fans’ celebrity worship on cyberbullying was enhanced. Similarly, when the level of maternal rejection was high, the predictive effect of celebrity worship on cyberbullying also increased.
Future research should explore comprehensive interventions integrating emotional regulation strategies and familial support systems to effectively address the issue of cyberbullying exacerbated by celebrity worship among college students.
The Impact of Language and Non-verbal Elements Perceived by Parents on the Trustworthiness, Professionalism, and Likability of Childcare Teachers
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Lee Sang Hoon
Published: February 2025

Objectives This study investigates the impact of language and non-verbal elements (vocal and visual) as perceived by parents on their perceptions of daycare teachers, specifically focusing on the dimensions of trustworthiness, professionalism, and likability.
Methods To achieve this, a survey was conducted with 220 parents of young children attending daycare centers in Seoul and Gyeonggi Province. After excluding 14 responses due to errors such as duplicate entries, a final sample of 206 responses was analyzed. Pearson correlation analysis and Hierarchical multiple regression analysis were performed on the collected data.
Results First, it was found that both language and non-verbal elements (e.g., tone of voice, facial expressions) interact to shape parents' perceptions of daycare teachers. Second, both trustworthiness and professionalism are influenced by both language and non-verbal elements. Clear language and positive body language enhance the perceived professionalism of teachers. Likability, on the other hand, is less affected by language and is more significantly influenced by non-verbal elements, particularly vocal and visual aspects. Non-verbal signals that convey kindness and friendliness play a crucial role in establishing a positive relationship with parents.
Conclusions This study highlights the importance of both language and non-verbal elements in shaping parents' perceptions of daycare teachers. While language is essential for conveying trustworthiness and professionalism, non-verbal elements, especially vocal and visual aspects, are critical for enhancing likability. Therefore, daycare teachers should effectively integrate both language and non-verbal elements to build trust, demonstrate professionalism, and foster positive relationships with parents.
Enhancing Learning Engagement of Young Piano Beginners Through Experiential Teaching Methods Within the ZPD Framework: A Focus on the Faber ‘My First’ Series
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Song Yu
Published: February 2025

Objectives This study aims to analyze the impact of experiential teaching methods based on the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) theory on the learning engagement of 4- to 6-year-old beginner piano learners. It also seeks to identify the mechanisms through which the experiential elements in Faber’s (First Adventures) textbook stimulate musical interest and participation in beginner learners.
Methods A mixed-methods approach was adopted, targeting 100 instructors teaching beginner piano learners in Seoul. Quantitative surveys were analyzed using SPSS software to conduct descriptive statistics and path analysis, verifying the direct and indirect relationships between classroom behavior, learning interest, and teaching effectiveness. Open-ended survey responses were analyzed through thematic analysis using Nvivo software, extracting key themes to explore instructors’ practical feedback on Faber’s My First (First Adventures) textbook and experiential teaching methods. This provided insights into how these methods stimulate learning interest and enhance teaching effectiveness.
Results The results revealed that experiential teaching methods significantly and directly influence beginner learners’ interest and classroom behavior (β = 0.380, p < 0.001). The dimension of learning interest scored the highest (mean = 4.45, standard deviation = 0.54), highlighting its critical role. Furthermore, learning interest demonstrated a significant partial mediating effect between classroom behavior and teaching effectiveness (indirect effect β = 0.260, total effect β = 0.640, p < 0.001). These findings suggest that experiential teaching methods enhance learning interest and optimize classroom behavior, thereby indirectly improving teaching quality and learning outcomes.
Conclusions Experiential teaching methods effectively stimulate beginners’ interest and optimize classroom behavior through gamified designs and interactive activities in the My First textbook, providing an effective pathway for addressing the educational needs of 4- to 6-year-old beginner piano learners. However, a balance must be struck in the design and implementation between generating interest and providing sufficient practice opportunities. The findings offer empirical evidence for instructional material design and teaching practices in music education.
Using Text Mining Analysis of Career Concerns from Adult in Online Career Counseling: Focusing on the case of CareerNet online career counseling
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim Seong Im , Lee Je-Kyung
Published: February 2025

Objectives The aim of this study is to present the basic data for efficient intervention of online career counseling by analyzing the career concerns from adult clients in online career counseling, using text mining.
Methods A corpus consisting of 71 bulletin board text of adult clients aged 31 to 58 was gathered from CareerNet's open online career counseling from July 2019 to June 2021. Following data preprocessing, the text underwent analysis through word frequency, term frequency-inverse document frequency (TF-IDF), associated keyword network analysis, and topic modeling using latent Dirichlet allocation (LDA).
Results First, it was analyzed what kind of career concerns are from the adult clients in online career counseling. The top keywords that appeared most often were ‘thinking, job, study, what, people, employment, company, concerns, university, preparation’, and in terms of word importance, words such as ‘career counseling, confirmation, lifelong learning, employment information’. The co-occurring keywords were analyzed, and keywords like ‘what’, ‘study’, ‘think’ appeared as words with high connection centrality and mediation centrality. In the LDA model analysis, they were categorized into five topics. Second, it was examined how they appeared differently by gender. The top frequency words were similar, but the importance of the words showed differences by gender. In the centrality model, connection centrality and mediation centrality were similar, but in the topic modeling, men were classified into four topics and women into three topics.
Conclusions While the career concerns expressed in online counseling were similar to those expressed in face-to-face counseling, there were also words that indicated psychological difficulties. Awareness of the need for career information and assistance in solving career problems was found, especially in relation to life-long learning. Key concerns in early adulthood emerged, implied that career development is influenced by gender role stereotypes and that delayed career development affects lifespan development.
A Case Study of Counseling for Hikikomori: A Thematic Analysis of Psychological Mechanisms, Effective Strategies, and Outcomes
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim Do-Hee
Published: February 2025

Objectives The purpose of this study is to analyze counseling cases involving clients with hikikomori tendencies to explore and explain the psychological mechanisms contributing to isolation, as well as effective counseling strategies and outcomes.
Methods The participant was a female client in her 20s who had been out of school for more than six months and was socially withdrawn at home. Counseling sessions were conducted once a week for 50 minutes each, totaling 20 sessions. Counseling transcripts were collected and subjected to thematic analysis according to Braun and Clarke (2006).
Results First, the hikikomori condition is caused by extreme social withdrawal that combines self-concealment and experiential avoidance, and is maintained and exacerbated by social immaturity characterized by a lack of social skills, excessive self-focus, internalization, and perfectionism. Second, effective counseling strategies included the counselor's self-disclosure, use of humor, and silence management to strengthen the therapeutic alliance; psychoeducation and role-playing to develop social skills; and positive self-talk and focusing on positive aspects to challenge negative thinking. Third, counseling outcomes were summarized as the client's social maturity and internal growth, observed through increased self-awareness and expression, expanded participation in social activities, and improved psychological flexibility and emotional stability.
Conclusions This study significantly expands the understanding of the psychological characteristics of individuals with hikikomori tendencies and provides a detailed description of effective counseling strategies. Based on these results, implications for counseling practice and future research are discussed.
A Phenomenological Study of Lower Class University Students’ Financial Self-reliance
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim Seungyun
Published: February 2025

Objectives This study explored the experience and essence of lower class university students’ financial self-reliance using a phenomenological approach.
Methods In-depth interviews were conducted on four lower class university students in capital area .The interview data were analyzed using phenomenological analysis of Colaizzi.
Results The findings were organized into two categories, five essential themes, and 10 sub themes. The first category was ‘the awareness in the process of financial self-reliance’ which included three themes ‘the reason of financial self-reliance’, ‘parents’s response’ and ‘a lifestyle’. The second category was ‘recognizing the meaning in the process of financial self-reliance’ which included the themes ‘developmental tasks’ and ‘infulences of financial self-reliance’. Participants experienced not only hardship in reality but psychological growth.
Conclusions The implication has the meaning of understanding the experiences and essence of lower class university students in the process of self-reliance. The study would contribute to basic data for psycho-educational intervention. Moreover, this study provides policy implication for curriculum/extracurricular courses in the school context.
The Effects of Dialectical Behavior Therapy Group Program on Emotion Dysregulation, Mindfulness, and Distress Tolerance in Female Middle School Students
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kang Eunsook , Cho Mina
Published: February 2025

Objectives The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) group program on mindfulness, emotional dysregulation, and distress tolerance in female middle school students experiencing difficulties with emotion regulation.
Methods A group program consisting of 10 sessions was conducted, and to assess the program's effectiveness, 24 female students from OO Middle School in D Metropolitan City, who experienced emotion regulation difficulties, were assigned to either an experimental group (12 people) or a control group (12 people). The measurement tools used were the Emotion Regulation Difficulties Scale, the Mindfulness Scale, and the Pain Tolerance Scale. Assessments were conducted at pre-test, post-test, and follow-up points.
Results The results showed that, in the experimental group, levels of mindfulness and pain tolerance increased post-test compared to pre-test, and emotion regulation difficulties decreased. This indicates that the program was effective, and these effects were maintained at the follow-up point. In contrast, no significant differences were found in the pre-test, post-test, or follow-up scores of the control group.
Conclusions The DBT group program reduced emotion regulation difficulties and increased mindfulness and pain tolerance levels in middle school girls with emotion regulation difficulties. These effects were maintained even at the follow-up point.
Development and effectiveness of PBL-based transportation technology education program to cultivate creative problem-solving ability of middle school students
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Han Kiho , Kim Jimin
Published: February 2025

Objectives In this study, we developed a PBL-based transportation technology education program and applied it to middle school students to investigate the effects of the developed program on middle school students' creative problem-soving ability and the sub-factors that constitute creative problem-solving ability.
Methods To achieve the objectives of the study, the study was conducted according to the procedures of the ADDIE model. First, a draft of a PBL-based transportation technology education program was developed, improved, and finalized through expert validation and preliminary application in the stages of ‘analysis’, ‘design’, and ‘development’. In the process, the PBL model by Sangbong Yi, Hasom Jeon(2023) and the problem development criteria by Taewoo Kim, Sangbong Yi(2015) were reflected for the systematic design of the program. The CPSPI, developed by Hwasun Lee, Jeongmin Pyo, and Insoo Choi(2014), was modified and supplemented to fit the middle school students in the study, and the reliability and expert validity were verified. Next, in the ‘Implementation’ and ‘Evaluation’ stages, 38 middle school students in the third grade were surveyed in a quasi-experimental design, and data were collected and analyzed using a single-group pre and post test and a class satisfaction survey.
Results Before and after the application of the PBL-based transportation technology education program, the creative problem-solving ability of middle school students improved, with the post-test mean being 0.71 points higher than the pretest mean (t=-5.633, p=.000). When comparing the pretest and post-test results for the sub-factors comprising creative problem-solving, the mean scores increased by at least 0.53 points, with t values ranging from a minimum of -3.682 (p=.001) to a maximum of -5.631 (p=.000). Therefore, at the significance level of .05, there is a statistically significant difference in the creative problem-solving ability of middle school students and its sub-factors before and after the application of the developed PBL-based transportation technology education program.
Conclusions First, the lesson plans, teacher presentations, student portfolios, and assessment tools were developed to be suitable for applying PBL in the field of transportation technology with transportation and logistics as content elements. Second, the PBL-based transportation technology education program developed in this study has a positive effect on the development of middle school students' creative problem-solving ability and its sub-factors.
Measuring the social and economic impact of universities: Focused on the case of H university
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim Eun ju , Hwang Young ah , Choi Eun chul
Published: February 2025

Objectives This study was conducted to find a way to measure the social and economic impact of universities through a case studies of universities impact analysis.
Methods We conducted a qualitative analysis of case studies and reviewed relevant literature from multiple universities. The proposed framework was tested and validated through its application to empirical data from H University.
Results The social and economic impact of universities was categorized into four areas: economic contribution, human capital development, knowledge society advancement, and community engagement. These include both their role as economic entities and the value created through their primary functions—education, research, and community service. Analysis of 2023 data from H University revealed a monetary impact equivalent to 2.6 times its invested budget, highlighting its diverse societal contributions.
Conclusions This study proposes and validates a framework for quantifying the social and economic impact of universities. The findings provide a foundational tool for evaluating university contributions and shaping future strategies.
The dual mediating effects of social comparison and mindfulness in the relationship between passive social media use and subjective well-being in college students
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim Soyeon , Kim Yunhee
Published: February 2025

Objectives The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of passive social media use on subjective well-being and to identify the dual mediating effects of social comparison and mindfulness on this relationship.
Methods An online survey was conducted using scales measuring passive social media use, subjective well-being, social comparison, and mindfulness among 225 university students enrolled in Area B. The data were collected using SPSS statistical program. The collected data were subjected to regression and bootstrapping analyses using SPSS statistical program, and dual mediation effects were calculated using SPSS Macro Model 6.
Results First, passive social media use was not significantly related to subjective well-being, and showed a significant positive correlation with social comparison and a significant negative correlation with mindfulness. Second, social comparison significantly mediated the relationship between passive social media use and subjective well-being, while the mediating effect of mindfulness was not significant. Third, the dual mediation effects of passive social media use on subjective well-being through social comparison and mindfulness was significant.
Conclusions These findings suggest that passive social media use by college students is followed by the negative effects of social comparison, but that mindfulness mitigates the negative effects of social comparison, thereby inhibiting the decline in subjective well-being.
Exploring the meaning of ‘Personalized Learning’: Centred on the 2015 Revised National Curriculum and the 2022 Revised National Curriculum
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Lee Wonnim , Kim Hyunwook
Published: February 2025

Objectives This study explores the meaning of “Personalized Learning” as proposed in the national curriculum.
Methods Based on the characteristics of various terms related to Personalized Learning, analytical criteria were established (purpose, target & subject, tailored elements, implementation methods). These criteria were then applied to analyze the meaning of Personalized Learning as described in the 2015 Revised Curriculum and the 2022 Revised Curriculum.
Results Personalized Learning proposed in the 2015 Revised Curriculum emphasizes differentiated instruction (DI), focusing on designing effective teaching and learning through diversification of content, processes, and learning outcomes. In contrast, the 2022 Revised Curriculum presents the concept of personalized learning (PL). From a broad perspective, it emphasizes personalization for learners, including the establishment of a learner-centered curriculum system through universal design for learning, collaboration with educational communities, and partnerships with local institutions. From a narrower perspective, it highlights personalization by learners, focusing on student agency, the use of intelligent information technologies, and the successful learning of all students, considering their diverse socio-cultural and individual differences.
Conclusions Personalized Learning in the national curriculum aims to promote the growth of all students, emphasizing equity, inclusivity, student agency, and diversity. It is based on establishing a learner-centered curriculum system, organizing and operating a student-centered curriculum, and advancing the personalization of teaching and learning through the use of intelligent information technologies. These findings indicate a paradigm shift, necessitating further research to support awareness, practices, and instructional models in school settings.
A acupuntura na saúde da mulher e a sua contribuição no tratamento da menopausa
Authors:   , Pedroso Isabela Pereira
Published: February 2025

A menopausa é um processo natural na vida de uma mulher que marca o fim da fase reprodutiva e o início de uma nova etapa. No entanto, diferentes mulheres experimentam sintomas desconfortáveis e desagradáveis durante essa transição, como ondas de calor, irritabilidade, insônia, alterações de humor e ressecamento vaginal. A acupuntura tem se mostrado uma opção eficaz no tratamento desses sintomas e na promoção da saúde da mulher durante a menopausa. Nesse contexto, esse estudo teve como objetivo compreender os benefícios da acupuntura na saúde da mulher e a sua importância no tratamento da menopausa, pontuando a contribuição do biomédico no atendimento multidimensional. O estudo contou com uma abordagem qualitativa, por meio de uma revisão integrativa de literatura onde os instrumentos foram publicações direcionados à área científica, bem como bases de dados eletrônicas, como a Literatura Latino Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS) e a biblioteca eletrônica Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO). Apenas os documentos em português ou inglês foram incluídos na pesquisa, dentro do limite de tempo estabelecido (2016 a 2024). Tendo como resultados foram identificados 2 artigos na Scielo, 2 artigos na LILACS, totalizando 4 artigos nesta busca. Após a leitura e análise dos 4 artigos na íntegra, não houve exclusão visto que todos atendiam a proposta do estudo. Assim, foram selecionados 4 artigos como elegíveis para conduzir as próximas etapas da análise de conceito. Concluindo a valorização da saúde da mulher, especialmente durante a menopausa, deve ocupar uma posição central nas estratégias contemporâneas de saúde, enfatizando a acupuntura e a contribuição dos biomédicos para um atendimento que priorize qualidade e eficácia.
A leucocoria no diagnóstico do retinoblastoma: um relato de caso
Authors:   , Santos Larissa de Melo Schinaider dos , Andrade Thais Rosa
Published: February 2025

O retinoblastoma é um tumor intraocular raro, porém o mais comum na infância, principalmente em crianças de até 2 anos. Pode ser hereditário, como na forma bilateral, associada a mutações no gene RB1, ou unilateral, que é mais rara. O principal sintoma é a leucocoria, um reflexo branco na pupila, seguido por estrabismo em alguns casos. O diagnóstico é feito por oftalmoscopia e exames de imagem, como ultrassonografia e ressonância magnética. O tratamento varia conforme o estágio da doença, incluindo quimioterapia, radioterapia e enucleação, o sucesso depende da detecção precoce para preservar a vida e a visão da criança. Em virtude da raridade da doença, a importância do diagnóstico precoce para este tipo de tumor, faz-se mister, assim, de um relato de caso de uma revisão de prontuário de uma paciente, que destaca a importância da leucocoria como um diagnóstico precoce para um tratamento eficaz.
Os desafios no diagnóstico e tratamento de pacientes portadores da síndrome de Behçet
Authors:   , Albuquerque Isabel Pereira de , Leite Mariana de Almeida
Published: February 2025

A Síndrome de Behçet é uma doença autoimune e crônica caracterizada por vasculite, causando inflamação dos vasos sanguíneos de diversos calibres. Embora considerada rara, suas manifestações mais comuns incluem uveíte, úlceras genitais, e lesões cutâneas, podendo evoluir para complicações graves, como acometimento neurológico, aneurismas, trombose venosa profunda, pericardite e envolvimento pulmonar. A doença afeta predominantemente pessoas entre 20 e 40 anos, mas pode se manifestar em outras faixas etárias. Este estudo tem como objetivo reunir informações atuais e relevantes sobre a síndrome por meio de uma revisão narrativa da literatura, além de apresentar um estudo de caso clínico de um paciente em fase de tratamento e remissão.O diagnóstico precoce pode ser desafiador devido à variabilidade dos sintomas, que são frequentemente confundidos com outras doenças autoimunes. Testes clínicos, como o HLA-B51, auxiliam no diagnóstico, mas ele é confirmado principalmente com base nos sinais clínicos do paciente. Apesar de seu caráter complexo, o manejo adequado da doença, geralmente por meio de anti-inflamatórios e imunossupressores, pode melhorar significativamente a qualidade de vida dos pacientes. Este estudo também reforça a importância da multiprofissionalidade no tratamento, destacando que o conhecimento adequado sobre a doença e a conscientização da população podem reduzir diagnósticos tardios e complicações graves.
Percepção de gestores de Cooperativas de Trabalho acerca de práticas de controle contábil e gerencial para formação de preço de produtos artesanais
Authors: Silva Paulo César dos Santos , Vasconcelos Ana Lucia Fontes de Souza
Published: February 2025

Este estudo investiga a percepção dos gerentes de cooperativas em relação às práticas de controle contábil e gerencial na precificação de produtos artesanais. Uma abordagem de pesquisa qualitativa foi empregada para obter insights sobre os métodos de precificação adotados pelos artesãos. Os dados foram coletados por meio de uma pesquisa aplicada aos gestores das cooperativas de trabalho que participaram da 23ª edição da Feira Nacional de Negócios do Artesanato (Fenearte) e da 21ª edição da Feira Nacional de Artesanato no Classic Hall (Fenahall) em Recife, Brasil. Os resultados revelaram que os artesãos, em geral, não utilizam métodos de custeio encontrados na literatura, confiando, em vez disso, em seu próprio conhecimento e experiência para tomar decisões sobre preços. Conforme uma escala de níveis de conhecimento sobre práticas contábeis e gerenciais, que vai do Nível 1 (Não está implantado, mas conhece) ao Nível 5 (Implantado e com utilização gerencial), a maioria das respostas se concentra abaixo do Nível 5. Essa situação representa um problema, pois a falta de compreensão das informações gerenciais e de custos pode comprometer a precisão na precificação dos produtos, potencialmente levando ao fracasso do negócio. Os resultados destacam a importância do planejamento estratégico e da contabilidade de custos na precificação de produtos artesanais. Capacitar os artesãos com conhecimento nessas áreas é fundamental para a sustentabilidade e o sucesso de seus negócios, que desempenham um papel vital na economia local e na geração de empregos, principalmente em comunidades carentes. Para futuras pesquisas, sugere-se ampliar a investigação para incluir artesãos de diferentes regiões de Pernambuco ou do Brasil. Isso ajudará a melhorar o controle estratégico e gerencial dos gestores, incentivando a busca por mais conhecimento e implementação nos negócios, evitando prejuízos e garantindo a continuidade da empresa.
The Incidence of Pharyngeal Cancer in the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2019–2022
Authors: Mammadov Anar
Published: February 2025

Introduction: Pharyngeal cancer is a rapidly progressing disease that leads to disability. Epidemiological studies are one of the components of the anti-cancer measures. Knowledge of the territorial prevalence of tumors allows us to solve the issues of their prevention and early detection.

The aim of the present study was Epidemiological analysis of the incidence of pharyngeal cancer in the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Methodology: The analysis of the epidemiological situation was carried out using incidence rate, attack rate and age-standardized rate per 100.000 population from 2019 to 2022 in the Republic of Azerbaijan

Results: The incidence rates of pharyngeal cancer in the Republic of Azerbaijan for the period 2019–2022 were varied in the range 1,0–1,2 (men) and 0,5–0,7 (women) . A similar case was observed in attack rates which were 4,9 -5,7 in males, 3,2- 3,5 in females. The highest values of the standardized rates of the incidence of pharyngeal cancer were observed in the age group of 50–59 years and 60–69 years for both sex.

Conclusion: The incidence of pharyngeal cancer remained stable over the study period. The incidence of this form of cancer was relatively higher among men than among women.
The new EU Battery Regulation
Authors: Gütl Elisabeth
Published: February 2025

Global sales of electric vehicles are on the rise. A temporary supply shortage or scarcity for some raw materials could be critical for Europe since it has a high dependency on other countries supplying raw material. To counteract this, the European Union has proposed a new battery regulation.
Landscape Composite: Remediating Landscape Paintings through Visual Effects
Authors: Wilkins Sam
Published: February 2025

This multi-piece portfolio examines the development of ‘Landscape Composite’ (2016-) a series of single screen video composites that remediate, through visual effects techniques, existing landscape paintings in the pastoral tradition of the 17th, 18th and 19th century. This portfolio will present the development of the works culminating in the exhibition ‘Post Pastoral’ at Centre Space Bristol (2020).
It will consider the theoretical context surrounding the work, present the methodology in creating the works and consider the intermedial links between painting and visual effects by examining specific works in detail. In terms of process, ‘Landscape/Composite’ applies visual effects techniques to remediate and animate landscape paintings to create ultra high definition tableaux vivant video works presented on large scale video screens. It uses Terry Gifford’s (1999) Post Pastoral idiom as the contextual frame for the remediation. The project provides an original contribution to the emerging trend of artists’ use of visual effects techniques to reexamine painted images of the landscape and reconsider our cultural preconceptions of the landscape and concept of the Pastoral and the picturesque.
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Why has there been a recent shift to using transliteration for days and months of the year in Te Reo?
Authors: MacKintosh Rochelle
Published: February 2025

This opinion piece aims to clarify the current shift of the days of weeks, and months of the year from ‘Māorified words’ (for example, Rāhina, Rātū) to the transliterations (for example, Mane, Tūrei) that some primary schools are implementing. This topic was raised at my daughters’ mainstream primary school when the teachers decided to use transliterations for days of the week and months of the year. This got me thinking: Why are transliterations of days of the week and months becoming more popular again in mainstream primary schools? Should we use words that better represent a Te Ao Māori way of measuring time? Which version should we use, or does it matter?
Análisis sobre la influencia del dinero pagado por los gobiernos regionales de Perú en el discurso de la prensa
Authors: Riesco Lind Gustavo , Arela Bobadilla Ronal , Sousa Ferreira Sara , Vilca Begazo Rolando
Published: February 2025

En este artículo se analiza la relación entre el gasto de los gobiernos regionales en medios periodísticos nacionales y el discurso de los artículos que se ofrecen en las plataformas digitales en el período 2019-2020 en Perú. Se distingue entre aquellos medios que en un trimestre determinado recibieron un pago y aquellos que no recibieron ninguno, y se compara la proporción de artículos positivos. Se concluye que el análisis propuesto puede servir de herramienta para llamar la atención sobre situaciones donde el gasto de los gobiernos regionales en medios podría estar influyendo en el discurso periodístico.
Reaserch and Case Studies on Water Losses in Distribution Networks and Their Effect on the Groundwater
Authors: Giurma-Handley Catrinel-Raluca , Postavaru Alexandru , Giurma Ion
Published: February 2025

The current paper approaches the possibility of using the devices owned by the Company I work for, namely the G.P.R. (Ground penetrating Radar), U.A.V., thermal imaging camera, for the purpose of pre or identification of losses on pipelines and transportation of drinking water, identifying fraudulent consumers by determining possible unauthorized digging and monitoring the sewage and treatment plants. both on drinking water distribution and transportation pipes. Using different types of GPR’s such as low frequency, GPR with deep radar penetration up to 11 m depth, GPR with multiple antennas especially those with 40 or more, can help to create a better “image” of the underground utilities, as well as the presence of possible infiltrations, which can come either from damaged pipes or from the groundwater. These equipments like G.P.R., drones and thermal imaging camera, should not be perceived as universal replacement of all the so far existing devices, either in terms of loss identification or in terms of utilities identification, as they are complementary devices on certain loss detection segments.
Evaluation of Microbial Contamination of the Mist Intended for Inhalation in a Brine Graduation Tower
Authors: Bodziacki Stanisław , Wolny-Koładka Katarzyna , Malinowski Mateusz
Published: February 2025

The brine mist used for inhalation, produced by the municipal closed-circuit graduation towers, is not subject to microbiological control. There are also no studies on the microbiological safety of brine mist and its potential adverse effects on the health of people inhaling it. Therefore, a two-year study was conducted to evaluate the microbial purity of brine mist intended for inhalation, taking into account the effects of air temperature and brine concentration on microbial cell counts. Bioaerosol was tested for the presence of indicator microorganisms that are epidemiologically significant and may affect the health of inhalers (mould fungi, bacteria, Staphylococcus spp., actinomycetes, Escherichia coli). The study was conducted over two seasons from April to September in 2021 and 2022. The abundance of actinomycetes and Staphylococcus spp. during the holiday season has increased in this period, due to the high air temperatures. Bacteria and mould counts did not exceed the recommended limits, while E. coli was not found. As the air temperature increased and the brine concentration decreased, the abundance of the microorganisms analysed (especially actinomycetes and Staphylococcus spp.) increased. The study used Bayesian networks which showed that at high temperatures, the probability of Staphylococcus spp. abundance above 73 CFU·m–
3 was 63 % and that of actinomycetes above 8 CFU‧m–
3 was 64 %.
The influence of environmental and non-environmental factors on the development of settlement in a mountain catchment
Authors: Witkowski Karol , Witkowski Marcin
Published: February 2025

Settlement in the Skawa catchment (Polish Western Carpathians) developed between the 7th and 18th centuries, influenced by political, economic and natural factors. Up to the 14th century, natural factors dominated, related to the location of settlements. Later, with changes in the borders of the Polish Kingdom, new settlements were established much faster in order to expand the Polish and Silesian influence. From the 15th century, the higher parts of the Beskids were intensively settled with the clearing of the Carpathian primeval forest. This stage of colonization took place with the participation of the Wallachian population. On the scale of the entire catchment area, the tendency of the settlements to spread up the main river is typical for mountainous areas. However, in the case of several settlements, their location was dictated by political factors, which disturbs this picture.
Out-Of-Position Bead Geometry Prediction in Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) Using Fuzzy Logic-Based System
Authors: Abdulrazaq Mustafa Mohammed , AL-Khafaji Mohanned M. H. , Salahaddin Abdulkader Kadauw , Krinke Stefan , Zeidler Henning
Published: February 2025

Materials and parameters for conventional arc welding with the welding torch in vertical (PA) position are well known and investigated. However, apart from the ideal PA-position, not much is known about a deposition in so called ‘forced’ positions. This is becoming increasingly important in the case of particularly large components, as these can efficiently neither be clamped nor moved on a rotating and tilting table. More flexibility is achieved when the welding gun is moved as a tool on curvilinear paths to build up complex parts without necessary part movement. This link to the component surface means to leave the ideal vertical position. To make that possible, optimal parameters must be found for each angular position to enable high-quality and reliable build-up welding. In this work, a fuzzy logic-based system is designed based on set of experiments in single and double-layer weld beads structure using mild steel wire to predict the bead widths and heights for three different positions (Horizontal, Rising, and Falling torch movement). A comparison between the fuzzy and experimental values is studied. The averages of width mean error between experimental and fuzzy logic model values for the three positions were (1.3%) and (0.85%) for the single and double-layer weld beads, respectively. Averages of width mean error for the bead heights were (0.97%) and (0.73%) for the two structures. The current proposed study demonstrates a good agreement between the predicted fuzzy values and the experimental outcomes for the bead width and height.
Model of Logistics Service Providers Transition to “Green” Services
Authors: Kotlars Aleksandrs , Skribans Valerijs
Published: February 2025

This paper presents a dynamic model for the transition of logistics service providers from traditional to green transportation services. Driven by regulatory requirements and increasing market demand for sustainable practices, the need for such a model is critical for logistics providers to manage the complexities and cost implications of adopting green technologies. Utilizing real-world data from a leading Baltic logistics provider, the model integrates both micro and macro-level factors, offering a decision-making tool that simulates various scenarios and fore-casts outcomes over a ten-year period. Key findings reveal that while green transportation costs are projected to decrease below traditional costs, demand for traditional services will persist, highlighting the need for a balanced approach in planning. This research contributes a novel framework that aids logistics providers in strategic planning and forecasting the evolution of green logistics, providing valuable insights into future trends in the industry
The Influence of Leadership, Career Development, and Organizational Commitment on Employee Performance at the Education Office of Gresik Regency
Authors: Laila Husnul , Sundjoto Sundjoto , Rahayu Sri
Published: February 2025

This study aims to examine the influence of leadership, career development, and organizational commitment on employee performance at the Education Office of Gresik Regency. The research was conducted using a quantitative approach with a survey method involving employees from the Education Office as the sample. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using statistical techniques, including regression analysis, to identify the relationships between the variables.The results of the study indicate that leadership significantly affects employee performance, with effective leadership enhancing employee motivation and performance. Career development programs also have a positive impact on employee performance, as they provide opportunities for skill enhancement and personal growth. Furthermore, organizational commitment was found to be a key factor in improving employee performance, as employees who are more committed tend to exhibit higher levels of job satisfaction and productivity.This study concludes that leadership, career development, and organizational commitment are critical factors that influence employee performance in the Education Office of Gresik Regency. The findings suggest that management should focus on improving these areas to optimize employee performance and contribute to the overall success of the organization.
Kepemilikan Sertifikat Ganda yang Diterbitkan oleh Kantor Badan Pertanahan Nasional (Studi Putusan Pengadilan Negeri Rangkasbitung Nomor 4/Pdt.G/2022/Pn Rkb)
Authors: Ariza Mega , Purba Hasim , Sembiring Rosnidar
Published: February 2025

Sertifikat ganda merupakan masalah serius dalam hukum pertanahan Indonesia yang mengganggu kepastian hukum kepemilikan tanah. Putusan Pengadilan Negeri Rangkasbitung Nomor 4/Pdt.G/2022/PN Rkb mencerminkan kompleksitas konflik akibat kelemahan administratif Badan Pertanahan Nasional (BPN) dalam penerbitan sertifikat, menunjukkan perlunya reformasi sistem pengelolaan aset pertanahan. Penelitian ini membahas aturan hukum penerbitan sertifikat hak milik, potensi terjadinya sertifikat ganda, tanggung jawab hukum BPN dalam kasus tersebut, dan analisis terhadap putusan tersebut. Menggunakan metode penelitian hukum normatif dengan pendekatan kasus, data dikumpulkan melalui studi kepustakaan dan wawancara di BPN Deliserdang, kemudian dianalisis secara kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menemukan bahwa Kajian komprehensif tentang penerbitan sertifikat hak milik dan sertifikat ganda di Indonesia mengungkapkan kompleksitas persoalan hukum pertanahan yang melibatkan berbagai dimensi kritis. Berdasarkan analisis terhadap Peraturan Pemerintah Nomor 24 Tahun 1997 dan praktik empiris, ditemukan bahwa potensi terjadinya sertifikat ganda disebabkan oleh kelemahan sistemik seperti lemahnya pencatatan data, praktik pemalsuan dokumen, dan keterbatasan koordinasi antarinstansi. Badan Pertanahan Nasional (BPN) memikul tanggung jawab hukum yang kompleks, meliputi verifikasi mendalam sebelum penerbitan sertifikat, pemberian kompensasi, pembatalan sertifikat tidak sah, dan penjatuhan sanksi administratif. Putusan hukum, khususnya Putusan Nomor 4/Pdt.G/2022/PN Rkb, menunjukkan kelemahan fundamental dalam pertimbangan yuridis, di mana pendekatan tekstual yang rigid cenderung mengabaikan kompleksitas sejarah pengalihan hak dan dinamika faktual kepemilikan tanah, sehingga berpotensi menciptakan ketidakpastian hukum dan ketidakadilan substantif bagi para pihak yang terlibat dalam sengketa pertanahan.
Analisis Framing Pemberitaan Konflik Israel-Palestina Pada Media Tribunnews dan CNBC Indonesia
Authors: Ramadhana Rizky , Alfikri Muhammad
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi framing konflik Israel-Palestina dalam pemberitaan media online Tribunnews dan CNBC Indonesia. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menyoroti perbedaan cara kedua media ini membingkai berita mereka. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif-komparatif dan menggunakan model framing Robert N. Entman sebagai kerangka analisis. Pengumpulan data melibatkan pemilihan delapan artikel berita, empat dari masing-masing media, diterbitkan antara 13 Mei dan 2 Juni 2024, yang dianalisis menggunakan empat elemen framing Entman: definisi masalah, diagnosis penyebab, penilaian moral, dan rekomendasi pengobatan. Kedua media tersebut mendefinisikan konflik tersebut sebagai agresi Israel terhadap warga Palestina, dan mengidentifikasi Israel sebagai penyebab utamanya. Namun Tribunnews menyoroti dampak terhadap warga sipil Palestina dan penolakan Israel untuk bernegosiasi dengan Hamas, sedangkan CNBC Indonesia fokus pada krisis kemanusiaan dan potensi konsekuensi hukum dari tindakan Israel. Lebih lanjut, kedua media tersebut mengecam tindakan Israel dan menyerukan diakhirinya kekerasan, namun Tribunnews lebih condong pada dimensi politik dan solusi jangka panjang, sedangkan CNBC Indonesia menyoroti urgensi krisis kemanusiaan dan perlunya intervensi internasional. Temuan tersebut mengungkap persamaan dan perbedaan framing dalam menyajikan pemberitaan antara Tribunnews dan CNBC Indonesia.