bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Air Travel Experiences of Parents of Children with Invisible Disabilities: A Zimbabwean Perspective.
Authors: Moyo Esther , Dzirikure Lilian
Published: April 2024

The existing literature on air travelers grappling with hidden disabilities is notably scarce. When not in view, disabilities are forgotten. This paper sheds light on diverse facets of air travel pertinent to children with invisible disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who travel with their parents. Navigating through airports can be particularly challenging for families of children with these conditions. This study seeks to delve into the airport experiences of such. The objective is to aid airport staff in crafting enhanced experiences tailored to this specific passenger segment. Considering ongoing efforts by airports to institute awareness on physical disability, it is crucial to address the unique challenges faced by those with hidden disabilities. While some airports globally have implemented procedures catering to the needs of those with cognitive impairments, these initiatives are yet to be implemented in Zimbabwean airports.
PENGARUH PEMBERIAN KOMBINASI SHORT WAVE DIATHERMY DAN STRETCHING HAMSTRING TERHADAP PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN FUNGSIONAL PADA PASIEN OSTEOARTHRITIS KNEE UNILATERAL
Authors: Rahayuningsih Apriana , Hargiani Fransisca Xaferia , Kasimbara Rachma Putri , Halimah Nurul
Published: April 2024

Pendahuluan: Osteoarthritis knee merupakan penyakit degenerative sendi yang menyebabkan mobilitas sendi menjadi terbatas. Akibat keterbatasan mobilitas sendi dapat menyebabkan menurunnya kemampuan fungsional knee. Stretching hamstring merupakan bentuk latihan yang bertujuan mengulur atau meregangkan otot yang mengalami penurunan elastisitas dan fleksibilitas sehingga mengurangi keterbatasan lingkup gerak sendi lutut untuk memperbaiki pola jalan sehingga dapat meningkatkan kemampuan fungsional knee. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh pemberian kombinasi short wave diathermy dan stretching hamstring terhadap peningkatan kemampuan fungsional pada pasien osteoarthritis knee unilateral. Metode: Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan quasi eksperimen dengan metode one group pretest dan posttest design. Dengan sampel 30 orang yang diambil secara acak. Menggunakan alat ukur skala WOMAC dengan desain latihan kombinasi short wave diathermy dan stretching hamstring diberikan sebanyak 2 kali seminggu selama satu bulan. Hasil: Uji hipotesis wilcoxon diperoleh nilai median pre 47.00 dan post 44.00 dengan selisih 3.00 dan nilai p=0.000 (p<0.05). Kesimpulan: Terdapat pengaruh pemberian kombinasi short wave diathermy dan stretching hamstring selama 8 kali perlakuan terhadap peningkatan fungsional pada kondisi osteoarthritis knee unilateral.
Kata kunci: osteoarthritis knee, short wave diathermy, streching hamstring
PENGARUH ULTRASOUND DIATHERMY DAN OPEN KINETIC CHAIN EXERCISE TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN FUNGSIONAL PADA PENDERITA OSTEOARTHRITIS GENU
Authors: Hariskawati Kristiani , Sartoyo Sartoyo , Fau Yohanes Deo , Hargiani Fransisca Xaveria
Published: April 2024

Pendahuluan: Osteoarthritis merupakan salah satu gangguan sendi yang mengalami penurunan fungsi sendi sehingga mengakibatkan menurunnya kemampuan fungsional dalam aktivitas sehari-hari. Penanganan fisioterapi untuk mengurangi keluhan yang dirasakan dengan pemberian ultrasound diathermy dan open kinetic chain exercise. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh ultrasound diathermy dan open kinetic chain exercise dalam peningkatan kemampuan fungsional pada penderita osteoarthritis genu. Metode: penelitian ini menggunakan metode pre-eksperimental pada one-grup pretest-posttest design. Kemampuan fungsional diukur menggunakan skala knee injury and osteoarthritis outcome score (KOOS) sebelum dan sesudah perlakuan yakni pemberian ultrasound diathermy dan open kinetic chain exercise dalam 2 kali seminggu selama 1 bulan, dengan jumlah sampel 22 responden yang dipilih secara acak. Hasil: Uji hipotesis paired sample t-test menunjukan p-value = 0,000 (0,000<0,05). Kesimpulan: terdapat pengaruh pemberian ultrasound diathermy dan open kinetic chain exercise terhadap peningkatan kemampuan fungsional pada penderita osteoarthritis genu.
Kata kunci:  kemampuan fungsional, open kinetic chain, osteoarthritis genu, ultrasound diathermy
STUDI FENOMENOLOGI: ANOMALI HIDUPKU DI DALAM PENJARA
Authors: Indari Indari , Rizal Alfunafi' Fahrul
Published: April 2024

Pendahuluan: Remaja sebagai seorang mantan narapidana akan menghadapai tantangan psikologis seperti stigma, diskriminasi, isolasi dan ketidakstabilan. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengekplorasi makna hidup remaja sebagai seorang mantan narapidana Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian Qualitatif menggunakan pendekatan interpretif phenomenology. Penelitian ini dilakukan di lembaga balai pemasyarakatan Malang. Partisipan dalam penelitian ini tujuh remaja dengan tehnik sampling purposive sampling. Pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara mendalam dan analisis data menggunakan IPA (Interpretativ Phenomenologi). Hasil: Sembilan tema besar penelitian ditemukan yaitu takut dibayangi kesalahan masa lalu dan malu sebagai mantan narapidana, merasa dikucilkan dan mendapat label jelek dari masyarakat, kacau hati ketika kembali ditengah masyarakat, merasa diri hina dan gagal sebagai mantan narapidana, merasa berharga dan berusaha menjadi lebih baik, mendapat kepedulian dari orang tua, keluarga dan masyarakat, tetap bisa berperan dan diperlukan oleh orang lain, berharap menjadi orang sukses, tertantang memperbaiki diri. Kesimpulan: Remaja sebagai seorang mantan narapidana mengalami masa transisi yaitu masalah psikologis termasuk perasaan dikucilkan, mendapatkan stigma dari masyarakat,merasa rendah diri dan tidak berharga. Dukungan dari orang terdekat dan penerimaan masyarakat menyebabkan mantan narapidana mampu berperan dimasyarakat sehingga menyebabkan mantan narapidana kembali memiliki harapan untuk menjadi manusia yang sukses dan menjadi manusia yang lebih baik.
Kata Kunci: Remaja, Mantan narapidana, Psikologis
OCORRÊNCIA DA TOXOPLASMOSE NO AMAZONAS: UM OLHAR RETROSPECTIVO DE CINCO ANOS
Authors: Guimarães de Sousa Maria Elizabete , De Moraes Mar Fabiana , Portela de Azevedo Arimatéia
Published: April 2024

Introdução: A toxoplasmose é uma doença infecciosa que tem como principais vias de transmissão a oral e congênita. Objetivos: Elencar os casos de toxoplasmose no Amazonas em um período retrospectivo de cinco anos. Metodologia: Trata-se de um estudo retrospectivo, descritivo de levantamento de dados públicos. Resultados: De janeiro de 2019 a dezembro de 2023 foram notificados 386 casos de toxoplasmose com sete óbitos. O ano em que houve maior registro de infecção por essa doença foi 2023, com 144 casos (37,3%) e nesse mesmo ano houve o maior registro de óbitos (4 óbitos). Não houve diferença significativa em relação ao mês do ano com maior número de registros, com exceção do mês de dezembro, que foi o mês com menor número de casos em todos os anos investigados. Houve ainda um predomínio de casos no gênero feminino (58%) e também entre pessoas consideradas de raça parda (64,8%). O grupo etário mais acometido foi em indivíduos menores de 1 ano de idade, com 62,6%, sendo a grande maioria (88,6%) menores de 6 meses. Considerações: A vacinação ainda é o principal meio de prevenção da toxoplasmose, mas a promoção de ações de educação em saúde, principalmente em mulheres que estão em idade fértil e pessoas com imunidade comprometida, também são eficientes.
The Current Status of Pediatric Neurology: Navigating against the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Lukban, MD Marissa B.
Published: April 2024

On December 31, 2019, a cluster of severe pneumonia infection of uncertain etiology was reported in Wuhan, China which later was determined to be due to a novel coronavirus and was termed the SARS-CoV-2 causing COVID-19 infection. In a media briefing by WHO Director General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on the 11th of March 2020, he acknowledged the increasing number of cases of COVID-19 outside of China which had increased 13-fold and the number of affected countries had tripled. With approximately 118,000 cases identified in 114 countries and 4,291 people who lost their lives from this virus, WHO declared COVID-19 a pandemic.1 In the Philippines, as of the 2nd day of March 2020, there were 43 admitted cases classified as “persons under investigation” (PUI) with no confirmed cases. By the 15th of March 2020, with the hope of controlling the spread of the infection, Metro Manila and several provinces were placed in community “lockdowns” and international travel coming in and going out of the Philippines was curtailed. By the 20th of March 2020, there were already 230 confirmed cases and 18 deaths nationwide.2
The Philippine General Hospital (PGH) was designated as the COVID 19-referral hospital for the National Capital Region. The medical and surgical wards were retrofitted in preparation for the first group of patients diagnosed with COVID-19 to be admitted. By the first day of April 2020, PGH officially began operating as the COVID-19 referral center. However, by this time, the country has lost several medical practitioners who were either affiliated with the Philippine General Hospital and/or were University of the Philippines-College of Medicine alumni – adult cardiologists Dr. Francisco Lukban and Dr. Raul Jara, anesthesiologist Dr. Greg Macasaet, pediatric surgeon Dr. Leandro Resurreccion, and pediatrician and then current Philippine Pediatric Society President Dr. Salvacion Gatchalian.
In the neurosciences, the Division of Pediatric Neurology, one of the busiest divisions of the Department of Pediatrics, had to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic in service delivery, teaching, and research.
Figures 1-3 show the comparison of 2019 to 2020 census of inpatient admissions/referrals to the Neurology Service and outpatient consultations. To give way for the creation of a COVID Pediatric team of residents for COVID-related admissions, the 15 Pediatric Neurology Service beds were dissolved and were put under the General Pediatrics Service. There was a 61.7%drop in inpatient cases from 193 patients in 2019 to 74 patients in 2020 with a maximum of 208 inpatients in the month of January to a minimum of 23 inpatients in the month of June.3,4
Clinical and Laboratory Profile, Management and Outcome of Pediatric SARS-CoV-2 Infection Admitted at the Philippine General Hospital
Authors: Reyes-Pagcatipunan, MD Marimel G. , Isada, MD Patricia Marie D. , Delos Reyes, MD Carmina A.
Published: April 2024

Background. The Philippines has recorded over 470,000 COVID-19 cases in children, with over 1,500 deathsduring the same period. Although a Philippine online pediatric COVID-19 registry exists, this only relies on passive surveillance.
Objectives. This study determined the clinical and laboratory profile, risk factors for severe COVID-19, and mortality, management, and outcome of pediatric SARS-CoV-2 patients admitted at the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) from April 2020 to June 2022 to fill in knowledge gaps on the epidemiology of COVID-19 infection in children.
Methods. This was a retrospective cohort study of pediatric COVID-19 cases admitted at the PGH, a designatedCOVID referral center during the study period. Demographic and clinical profile, risk factors, comorbidities, laboratory and radiologic findings, management, and outcomes across different disease severity states were gathered by chart review and the data were analyzed using STATA 17.
Results. There were 448 pediatric patients admitted and diagnosed with COVID-19 during the study period. Most patients belonged to the 1-5-year age group (25.9%), had no known exposure to a COVID-19 case (65.4%), were mild cases (37.3%%), and did not receive any dose of the COVID-19 vaccine (96.7%). The most common presenting symptoms across all disease categories were fever (44.4%), cough (28.6%), and shortness of breath (26.6%). Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) presented with fever (100%) and rash (53.9%). The risk factors for severe disease were the presence of a congenital anomaly lung disease, and elevated procalcitonin. Most patients with MIS-C were previously well with no comorbidities. Laboratory findings which were markedly elevated among severe and critical cases were ESR, CRP, D-dimer, LDH, and IL-6. Ferritin, procalcitonin (PCT) and IL-6 were elevated only in severe to critical COVID-19 cases and remained within normal for the other disease categories. As to treatment, asymptomatic, mild, and moderate cases were given supportive medications (zinc, vitamin D, and vitamin C), while investigational drugs particularly corticosteroids, IVIG, and remdesivir, were used in severe cases. Antibiotics were given to 71.7% of patients at the outset.As to the outcomes, 89% recovered, while 8.9% died. The case fatality rate from COVID-19 infection was at2.2%.
Conclusion. Admitted pediatric COVID-19 cases are generally mild but admission is due to underlying illnessor comorbidities. Those with severe to critical cases have underlying comorbidities and had either progression or complications due to COVID disease. D-dimer, LDH, IL-6, ferritin and procalcitonin were elevated among severe and critical cases which can be utilized as inflammatory markers.
Efficacy, Effectiveness, and Safety of COVID-19 Vaccine Compared to Placebo in Preventing COVID-19 Infection among 12-17 Years Old: A Systematic Review
Authors: Gregorio, MD, PhD Germana Emerita V. , Catacutan, MD, MBA Angelo Martin B. , Perez, MD, MSc Ma. Lucila M. , Dans, MD, MSc Leonila F.
Published: April 2024

Objectives. The World Health Organization recently revised their recommendations and considered healthy children and adolescents as low priority group for COVID-19 vaccine. This review comprehensively assessed existing clinical evidence on COVID-19 vaccine in 12-17 years old.
Methods. Included in this review were any type of study that investigated the efficacy, immunogenicity, safety, and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccine on protection against SARS-COV-2 infection in 12-17 years old. Various electronic databases were searched up to March 15, 2023. Studies were screened, data extracted, risk of bias appraised, and certainty of evidence was judged using GRADE. Review Manager 5.4 was used to estimate pooled effects. Difference between the two groups was described as mean difference for continuous variables and as relative risk or odds ratio for categorical variables.
Results. There were six randomized controlled trials and 16 effectiveness studies (8 cohorts and 8 case control). Low certainty evidence showed that BNT162b2 (Pfizer) was effective, immunogenic, and safe in healthy adolescents. There were 15 effectiveness studies on BNT162b2 (Pfizer) in healthy adolescent and one on immunocompromised patients. It was protective against infection with any of the variants, with higher protection against Delta than Omicron. BNT162b2 is protective against hospitalization and emergency and urgent care (high certainty); and critical care and MIS-C (low). Very low certainty evidence noted that BNT 162b2 was also immunogenic in 12-21 years old with rheumatic diseases while on immunomodulatory treatment but with possible increased exacerbation of illness. Low certainty evidence demonstrated that mRNA-1273 (Moderna) was effective, immunogenic, and safe. Low to very low certainty evidence were noted on the safety and immunogenicity of two vector base vaccines (ChAdOx1-19 and Ad5 vector COVID vaccine) and two inactivated vaccines (CoronaVac and BBIBP CorV).
Conclusion. There is presently low certainty evidence on the use of RNA vaccines in 12-17 years old. Therecommendation on its use is weak. There is presently insufficient evidence for the use of inactivated andvector-based COVID-19 vaccines. Different countries should consider whether to vaccinate healthy adolescentwithout comprising the other recommended immunization and health priorities that are crucial for this agegroup. Other factors including cost-effectiveness of vaccination and disease burden should be accounted.
Influence of Gender Stereotypes in Hiring Decisions
Authors: Emeka Johnson
Published: April 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the influence of gender stereotypes in hiring decisions.
Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library.
Findings: The findings reveal that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to the influence of gender stereotypes in hiring decisions. Preliminary empirical review revealed that gender bias significantly influenced hiring processes, favoring male candidates over equally qualified female candidates. Through an analysis of empirical evidence from various studies conducted by scholars, it was evident that gender stereotypes intersected with other forms of discrimination, such as racial or ethnic bias, exacerbating disparities in employment opportunities, particularly for women of color. Despite increasing awareness of the importance of diversity, gender bias persisted, hindering progress towards gender parity in the workplace. Recommendations included implementing blind recruitment processes and diversity training to address bias and promote transparency in hiring practices, facilitating the creation of more equitable and inclusive workplaces.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Social Role Theory, Ambivalent Sexism theory and Intersectionality theory may be used to anchor future studies on influence of gender stereotypes in hiring decisions. The study provided several recommendations that contributed to theory, practice, and policy. It emphasized the need to raise awareness of gender bias, suggested implementing structural changes like blind recruitment, advocated for diversity and inclusion initiatives, highlighted the role of organizational culture, and called for the involvement of policymakers in addressing systemic barriers. These recommendations aimed to promote fairness, equity, and diversity in employment practices within STEM and beyond, contributing to theoretical understanding, informing practical strategies, and shaping policy interventions.
Computation of mRNA Number Distributions in Interactive Pathway Stochastic Gene Transcription Model
Authors:   School of Mathematics and Information Science, Guangzhou University, CHEN Xinxin , JIAO Feng ,   School of Mathematics and Information Science, Guangzhou University
Published: April 2024

Gene expression is a stochastic process characterized by fluctuations in the amount of mRNA in individual cells of an isogenic cell population. The fluctuation can be characterized by the mRNA number distribution Pm (t) , which denotes the probability of producing m copies of mRNA molecules in one cell at time t. For a given stochastic gene transcription model, how to solve the corresponding Pm (t) exact expression has been a hot research topic in this field. In the existing work, most of the results are solved for Pm (t) in the steady state case or in a specific parameter region, which affects us to fully understand the kinetic effects of different stochastic gene regulation patterns on the distribution of mRNA quantities. In this thesis, we explore the computation of Pm (t) for the cross-talk pathway model and give its exact expression under arbitrary system parameter conditions. The interactive signaling pathway model is successfully applied to elaborate stochastic transcription data of inducible genes in response to environmental changes. This work provides a kinetic theoretical basis for us to further investigate the interactive signaling pathway regulatory mechanism of gene transcription.
Multi-Physical Field Simulation of Magnetorheological Fluid Flow State in Valve Magnetorheological Damper
Authors:   School of Materials Science and Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, ZHAO Penghui , ZENG Fan ,   Naval Submarine Academy, MA Ning ,   School of Civil Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, WANG Qi ,   School of Civil Engineering, Hainan University, DONG Xufeng ,   School of Materials Science and Engineering, Dalian University of Technology
Published: April 2024

Magnetorheological fluid (MRF) is a kind of magnetic field responsive intelligent fluid, which is widely concerned in the field of damping and vibration reduction. The flow state of MRF plays a key role in vibration control in dampers. In this work, the flow behavior. of magnetorheological fluid (MRF) in a valve damper is studied through multi-physical field simulations. The objective is to comprehensively comprehend the influence of the magnetic field on the velocity distribution and pressure drop of the MRF within the damper channel. The magnetic field is generated by creating an electrified coil, and the magnetic flux density is subsequently changed by adjusting the current. The magnetic field calculation shows that the magnetic field is almost perpendicular to the MRF flow direction at the narrowest part of the damper channel. Next, based on the coupling calculation of multiple physical fields between fluid flow, electric field, and magnetic field, the flow velocity and pressure characteristics of MRF in the flow channel were calculated and analyzed. The results indicate that at the slit where the MRF flow direction is perpendicular to the magnetic field direction, the volume force acting on the MRF reduces its flow velocity, resulting in a significant pressure difference between the left and right sides of the flow channel. Additionally, the flow rate of MRF exhibits a decrease as the magnetic field strength increases. When the magnetic field strength increases from 0. 5T to 1. 5T, the flow rate of MRF fluid at the narrowest part of the flow channel decreases by about 0. 18m/s.
The Role and Impact of the Combination of New Media Technology and E-Commerce
Authors:   Industrial and Trade Technical School of Zhongshan, TAN Dewen
Published: April 2024

With the continuous promotion of China's reform. and opening up, China's social and economic levels have achieved significant improvements, the rate of economic growth is very rapid and the people's material living standards have also achieved a substantial increase. People's lives are more affluent and comfortable life. During this period, the e-commerce environment has been continuously optimized and improved, laying a solid foundation for the vigorous development of e-commerce. With the support of new media, the development trend of new media e-commerce has risen rapidly, becoming an important opportunity for many small and medium-sized enterprises to seek development. In order to understand the main problems of new media e-commerce, the author combines the current development status of new media and e-commerce platforms, uses observation method, experience summary method, and literature research methods to carry out an in-depth research and analysis of the actual situation of new media e-commerce. Through the generalization and summary of a large amount of data and information, the main problems of new media e-commerce are revealed. On this basis, the author further explores the role and influence of combining new media with e-commerce, and proposes a series of targeted solutions and countermeasures, aiming at providing some useful references and suggestions for the development of new media ecommerce.
Multi-dimensional Cooperation:A Path to Enhance After-school Services in Guizhou's Primary and Secondary Schools
Authors:   School of Teacher Development, Shaanxi Normal University/Shaanxi Institute of Teacher Development,School of Economics and Management, Guizhou Normal University, HAN Fei , HU Yu ,   School of Economics and Management, Guizhou Normal University, ZHANG Yuanyuan ,   No. 12 Middle School
Published: April 2024

Optimizing after-school services for primary and secondary schools is an important initiative to carry out the spirit of the 20th Party Congress, implement the “double reduction” policy, adhere to the “five education” and explore the integration of the “five education”, and promote the diversified and distinctive development of the “five education”, and it is a milestone event in the transition from traditional examination- oriented education to quality education. In order to solve the problem of “three and a half hours” for parents and increase the people's sense of gain and happiness, more and more primary and secondary schools in Guizhou are offering colorful after-school services, “growth class” courses and interest activities. In recent years, around the “burden” policy documents one after another, but the burden of primary and secondary school students has not improved significantly, “school pressure, outside the school burden”, “only the theory of scores” and so on. The chaotic phenomenon of education has accumulated and is difficult to return. After a long period of field research, visiting typical cases, understanding special cases and summarizing and analyzing the research data, the research group found that there are problems such as unsound supervision and management mechanism, insufficient teachers' strength, incomplete resource allocation, and low parental participation in Guizhou's primary and secondary school after-school services. Based on the multifaceted and collaborative approach, the research group proposes measures to improve the quality of after-school services, such as establishing a sound management and supervision system, improving teachers' teaching and learning abilities, optimizing the allocation of after-school education resources, and promoting the development of co-operation between home and school, with a view to providing decision-making references and suggestions for improvement to the governmental departments, educational institutions and parents.
THE EFFECT OF PRODUCT QUALITY AND WARDAH SKINCARE BRAND TRUST ON CUSTOMER LOYALTY MEDIATED BY CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Authors: Siswono Yoga Utama  , Ihwan Susila
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of product quality and Wardah Skincare brand trust on customer loyalty mediated by customer satisfaction. The type of research used in this study is quantitative. The data source for this research is primary data. The population in this study were all people and all Indonesian people. The sampling technique in this study was Non-probability Sampling. The sample used in this study was 120 respondents. The data collection method uses a closed questionnaire type. The data analysis technique in this study uses Partial Least Square (PLS) using the help of SMARTPLS Software. The results of this study are that product quality has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction. Brand trust has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction. Product quality has a positive and significant effect on customer loyalty. Brand trust has a positive and significant effect on customer loyalty. Customer satisfaction significantly mediates product quality on customer loyalty. Customer satisfaction significantly mediates the relationship between brand trust and customer loyalty.
ANALYSIS OF PRODUCT QUALITY, PRICE, PROMOTION AND BRAND IMAGE OF IPHONE PHONES ON PURCHASING DECISIONS
Authors: Duannaja Octa Risang Prasana  , Wiyadi
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study was to analyze product quality, price, promotion and brand image of iphone phones on purchasing decisions. This research method is quantitative. The data source for this research is primary data. The population in this study were all people who used iphone phones. In this study using nonprobability sampling techniques with Incidental Sampling techniques. Nonprobability Sampling. The number of samples in this study were 210 respondents. The data analysis technique used in this research is descriptive analysis and Structural Equation Model (SEM) analysis with Smart Partial Least Square (PLS). The result of this study is that product quality has no effect on purchasing decisions. Price also has no effect on purchasing decision variables. Promotion has a positive and significant influence on purchasing decisions. Brand image has a positive and significant influence on purchasing decisions.
THE INFLUENCE OF WORK LIFE BALANCE ON TURNOVER INTENTION WITH JOB ENGAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL CITIZENSHIP BEHAVIOUR AS INTERVENING VARIABLES
Authors: Amelia Nur , Nugroho Sidiq Permono
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this research is to analyze the influence of work-life balance mediated with job engagement and organizational citizenship behavior on turnover intention. This research uses quantitative methods. The population in this study is all married female workers in the city of Surakarta. Later samples will be taken that can be generalized to represent the existing population. The sample is part of the number and characteristics of the population. Determining the sample size for this research used the Malhotra formula with the formula for the number of questions multiplied by six (6), so the number of respondents is 144 respondents. The sample determination in this research was carried out using purposive sampling. This research uses primary data collection techniques using interviews assisted by questionnaires. This research also uses the help of the Smart-PLS (Partial Least Square) approach data analysis application. From the results of the analysis that has been carried out, this research can be concluded as follows: Work-life balance has a significant positive effect on turnover intention so that the first hypothesis is supported. Work-life balance has a significant positive effect on job engagement so that the second hypothesis is supported. Work-life balance has a significant positive effect on organizational citizenship behavior so that the third hypothesis is supported. Job engagement has a significant negative effect on turnover intention so that the fourth hypothesis is not supported. Organizational citizenship behavior has a significant negative effect on turnover intention so that the fifth hypothesis is not supported. Work-life balance has a significant negative effect on turnover intention, mediated by job engagement, so the sixth hypothesis is not supported. Work-life balance has a significant negative effect on turnover intention, mediated by organizational citizenship behavior, so the sixth hypothesis is not supported.
Effect of Technological Deployment on Performance in the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Nigeria
Authors: Iluromi Adebola , Udeoji Ebele , Ochala Mark
Published: April 2024

This study examines the effect of technological deployment on the performance of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS), a public sector organisation in Nigeria. The research is grounded in the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). The study used a quantitative research technique with a sample size of 352 employees selected using a stratified random sampling selection procedure. The data were analysed using linear multivariate regression models with the aid of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 27.0. Findings from the research indicate that the interactions between the deployment of digital technologies within FMAFS for its management processes and agricultural technologies by FMAFS targeted at boosting food production explain 62.8% to 63% of changes in the level of performance in FMAFS. The aggregate deployment of both dimensions of technologies was shown to have a positive significant effect on the performance of the Ministry. The results also indicate that the agricultural technologies deployed for food production has a positive significant effect on the level of food production especially the deployment of agricultural research innovation, and improved varieties of crops and livestock breeds. The study concludes that technological deployment has a significant effect on performance in the Ministry. It recommends increased investment in emerging digital and agricultural technologies especially those that have been shown to have the most significant positive effects on overall performance and food production. It also recommends partnerships and synergy with research institutions, farmers' associations, and the private sector to achieve this.
SITUATION IN THE RUSSIAN GAS INDUSTRY IN 2022–2023
Authors: Grivach A. I.
Published: April 2024

The article examines the state of the Russian gas industry in the period from the beginning of sanctions (2022) to the end of 2023. The author assesses the period of adaptation to the new market conditions. It is the author’s opinion that the risks in the gas sector last year turned out to be more extensive than in the oil sector. The reduction in gas production is primarily due to the reduction in natural gas purchases by European consumers. Exports to non-CIS countries have decreased over the past two years. Over the past two years, there has been a decline in gas production levels, with the most noticeable drawdowns being seen at Gazprom. This is not only due to the decrease in exports, but also due to the increase in production by other companies (NOVATEK and Rosneft).

Russia currently supplies gas via pipelines to Europe, Turkey and the People’s Republic of China. In the European direction, supplies are made through the Ukrainian GTS and the Turkish Stream pipeline. Gas supplies to China have the greatest potential; during the period under review, they increased one and a half times. There is a planned increase in supplies through the Power of Siberia gas pipeline.

The author also describes the complicated dynamics in the domestic gas market. The program of social gasification, which continues to develop, is mentioned separately.

According to the author, the government will have to develop measures to support the industry in order to fulfill its social obligations and develop new projects that will ensure diversification of sales markets and substitution of partners from unfriendly jurisdictions in the coming years.
Machine Learning Approaches for Credit Card Fraud Detection
Authors: Sarang Sanjay Ranisavargaonkar  , Vaishnavi Tanaji Jadhav  , Kishore Markad
Published: April 2024

Credit card fraud detection is a critical challenge in the financial sector, necessitating the adoption of advanced machine learning algorithms for timely and accurate identification of fraudulent transactions. In this project, we investigate the efficacy of four prominent machine learning algorithms - Support Vector Machines (SVM), K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), Decision Trees (DT), and Random Forest (RF) in detecting credit card fraud. Through a comprehensive analysis, we evaluate the performance of these algorithms in terms of accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 score using real-world credit card transaction datasets. SVM, known for its ability to construct complex decision boundaries, excels in separating fraudulent and legitimate transactions. KNN leverages the proximity-based approach to identify similarities with known instances of fraud, while Decision Trees offer interpretable insights into fraudulent patterns. Random Forest combines the predictive power of multiple decision trees to produce robust and accurate predictions. Our findings shed light on the strengths and weaknesses of each algorithm, providing valuable insights for developing effective fraud detection systems in the financial industry
Modeling and Analysis of Driven Shaft with Composite Materials
Authors: P. Ravikiran  , Banothu Rakesh  , Chintha Sravan  , Nithin Reddy  , Bharath Naik
Published: April 2024

This study deals with the review of the optimization of drive shafts using ANSYS. The substitution of composite material over regular steel material for the drive shaft has expanded the upsides of the outline because of its high particular firmness and quality. The drive shaft is the primary part of the drive arrangement of a vehicle. The utilization of traditional steel for assembling drive shafts has many impediments, for example, low particular firmness and quality. Regular drive shaft is made up of two sections to build its major common twisting recurrence. A two-piece drive shaft expands the heaviness of the drive shaft which is not alluring in the present market. Numerous strategies are accessible at display for the plan advancement of basic frameworks and these strategies are in view of scientific programming procedures including slope look and direct inquiry. These techniques expect that the plan factors are persistent. Be that as it may, in useful basic building improvement, all the plan factors are discrete. This is because of the accessibility of segments in standard sizes and imperatives because of development and assembling rehearses. This paper talks about the past work done on composite drive shafts utilizing ANSYS
LAND SNAILS AND SLUGS (MOLLUSCA: GASTROPODA) IN THE INTERNATIONAL LOADING AND UNLOADING AREAS OF PANAMA
Authors: Quirós Dora Isabel , Emmen Daniel , Jhasser Ramy
Published: April 2024

This study aims to identify the species of land snails and slugs that may invade Panama through the loading and unloading sites of national and international merchandise in Panama City and Colon, along with their probable places of origin. The investigation also considers the ecological, economic, and health impacts of these potential invasive species.  Between September 2008 and September 2009, sampling was conducted at the main seaports and airports of Panama City and Colon, including their containers, warehouses, and surrounding natural habitats. The study utilized GPS for accurate location marking, and sampling occurred twice a week. Specimens were collected, with live material fixed in 70% alcohol, and slugs dissected for identification through sexual organs. Taxonomic identification involved conchological characteristics and expert consultation, with the data analyzed for species abundance correlation with precipitation and humidity. A total of 2379 individuals were collected, identifying seven species across nine genera and four taxonomic families, with the Subulinidae family being the most abundant. Notably, Praticolella griseola, an agricultural pest, and Hapiella w. f. decolorata were new records for Panama. The study found species richness and abundance correlated with rainfall but not relative humidity. The research highlighted the quarantine importance of several species due to their roles as pests and vectors of diseases like Angiostrongylus cantonensis and A. costarricensis. Panama hosts a moderate ecological diversity of gastropods, with certain species posing significant risks to agriculture, public health, and native ecosystems. The study underscores the necessity for ongoing surveillance and management of non-native mollusk introductions, particularly in a global trade hub like Panama. Identifying and understanding the distribution of invasive gastropods are crucial for developing effective control measures and mitigating their impact on the environment and human health.
EVALUACIÓN DEL EFECTO DE INDUCTOR DE ENRAIZAMIENTO EN LA Tithonia diversifolia UTILIZADA EN ALIMENTACIÓN COMO FUENTE PROTEÍCA
Authors: Polo Ledezma Edgar Alexis , Urieta Sebastián
Published: April 2024

RESUMEN
El objetivo de esta investigación es coadyuvar a mejorar las técnicas tradicionales para la propagación y producción de vástagos de Tithonia diversifolia mediante el uso de fitohormonas.  Para la variable número de raíces de primer orden hubo diferencias significativas entre los distintos niveles de sustratos evaluados con el tratamiento testigo, destacándose el de RADIX 35% TB, a dosis de 1000 ppm de I.A, con un promedio de 133.72 raíces por estacas. El enraizante que produjo el mayor promedio de raíces de segundo orden fue con la concentración de 1000 ppm de I.A. con 726.17 raíces en promedio. En las estacas sin ninguna aplicación de enraizador (Testigo) se evidencio una reducida formación de raíces de segundo orden con promedios muy bajos a los 45 días de sembrada con promedios de 59.83 raíces.  El tratamiento con concentraciones de 750 y 1000 ppm de I.A., presentaron los mayores valores en cuanto a formación de raíces de tercer orden en promedio con 118.83 y 106.17 respectivamente.  Se observó un número de prendimiento de yemas mayor en las concentraciones 1000 ppm de I.A. con 4.17 yemas en promedio por estacas. El estudio permitió llegar a las siguientes conclusiones: La utilización del inductor de enraizamiento  mejora la formación inicial del sistema radicular en la planta de  Tithonia , La aplicación  del enraizador a  concentraciones de 750 y 1000 ppm de I.A. mejora el proceso de enraizamiento de la Tithonia., Las concentraciones de enraizante a 750 ppm y 1000 ppm de I.A. influyo en el prendimiento de las yemas en la Tithonia  y las concentraciones del enraizador  a 1500 ppm de I.A. le causo una quemazón  en las estacas reduciendo considerablemente el crecimiento del sistema radicular.
La influencia del automóvil en la arquitectura de Kevin Roche y John Dinkeloo
Authors: Sánchez Carrasco Laura
Published: April 2024

Kevin Roche John Dinkeloo and Associates (KRJDA) fueron arquitectos pioneros al introducir en la arquitectura variables derivadas del uso masivo del vehículo privado en la arquitectura norteamericana. Construyeron obras para ser vistas desde la velocidad de la autopista, estudiaron distintas posibilidades para minimizar el impacto de los aparcamientos en los edificios administrativos de los suburbios e incluso modificaron costumbres y elementos tan asentados en la arquitectura como la manera de llegar y entrar a un edificio para adecuarlo a la posibilidad de no acceder a pie, sino en coche. Este artículo analiza ejemplos clave de su obra en los tres marcos de actuación mencionados anteriormente: la escala del territorio, la innovación tipológica y la puesta en duda de la entrada como elemento arquitectónico. En estos ejemplos se descubren soluciones innovadoras y singulares en las que se aprecia cómo detectaron que el vehículo imprimía una nueva cotidianidad a la sociedad que influía en la manera de ver, utilizar y acercarse a la arquitectura.
Patrimonio invisible en la España vaciada. Los hitos del “reino mágico” de Cabrera
Authors: Guimaraens Igual Guillermo , Navalón Martínez Virginia
Published: April 2024

Gran parte del territorio de lo que hoy se reconoce como España vaciada coincide con límites históricos caracterizados por sucesivos y diversos fenómenos culturales, sociales o económicos que han contribuido a acentuar la polarización concentración-vacío. El presente estudio histórico-patrimonial se centra en la Primera Guerra Carlista, conflicto militar que se enquista en España como consecuencia de la descomposición del Antiguo Régimen.El objetivo es sacar a la luz un patrimonio condenado a la invisibilidad, pero que caracteriza los territorios afectados por la guerra del Maestrazgo, permitiendo así la aparición de nuevas perspectivas para la puesta en valor de estos territorios amenazados.
Architectural research facing the challenges of the 21st century: Criticality, creativity and diversity
Authors: González de Canales Francisco , Pico Valimaña Ramón , Almodóvar Melendo José Manuel
Published: April 2024

As we enter the 21st century, a new era of digital technologies is offering increasing possibilities, but at the same time, posing serious challenges to architectural research. Therefore, the recovery of a critical approach is more necessary than ever. This should encompass not only the critical evaluation of the aforementioned technologies, but also counteract models of thought associated with them, such as the standardization of languages or the hegemony of solutionism. Likewise, it is also necessary to reclaim imagination and brilliance as attributes of a seriously threatened freedom. Working on the challenges of our time must emphasize the ideation, development and definition of mental processes and structures, mechanisms that are still outside the scope of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence. Finally, it is still important to reassert that all architectural postulates should be understood in the cultural environment and physical surroundings in which they are produced, admitting their diversity and avoiding a Eurocentric view. Current environmental degradation can be understood as a symptom of a crisis of civilization, marked by a model of living that does not recognize the need to understand ourselves and our built environment in relation to nature.
El comisariado de exposiciones como proyectos de investigación y transferencia: Somos Agua
Authors: Navarro Martínez Héctor , Blanco Lage Manuel
Published: April 2024

El Canal de Isabel II y la Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, a través de investigadores del Departamento de Composición Arquitectónica de la ETSAM, han llevado a cabo una colaboración que se extiende varias décadas hasta la actualidad, lo que se ha traducido en múltiples trabajos de investigación centrados en el agua y materializados como exposiciones. El presente texto tiene como objeto analizar trabajos de comisariado y diseño expositivo como proyectos de investigación valiosos, cuyos objetivos finales atienden a temas claves relacionados con la transferencia de conocimiento a la sociedad. Tras un repaso de trabajos de investigación y expositivos previos, se desarrolla un análisis del último proyecto curatorial, titulado Somos Agua, reflejo de una línea de investigación en evolución, que atiende a los retos vinculados al contexto actual en pleno proceso de cambio climático. A través de este análisis, se pondrán en valor las ideas claves que definen un comisariado, así como su traslación al espacio para crear una experiencia lúdica y de aprendizaje, capaz de interpelar a públicos especializados y generalistas.
Otros límites, otra estética: nuevos parámetros de habitabilidad en la composición arquitectónica
Authors: Muñoz Carabias Francisco Felipe , Nieto Bedoya Marta , Cervera Sardá Rosa , Ordieres Díez Isabel
Published: April 2024

¿Cómo podemos abordar la composición arquitectónica en estos tiempos? ¿Manteniendo el sustrato teórico que se establece solamente en la práctica proyectual de la arquitectura, o aportando conceptos que encaucen los problemas derivados de nuestra intervención sobre el entorno, tomando a éste como fundamento último de todo proceso de creación arquitectónica? En primer lugar, formulando una nueva estética medioambiental que lo valore como tal. Y en segundo, analizando sus riesgos en los nuevos límites marcados por la emergencia climática a la que nos enfrentamos. Ejemplos de esto han sido, desde el Área de Composición Arquitectónica de la Universidad de Alcalá, las investigaciones realizadas y en marcha, en lo que hemos llamado CIUDAD EXTREMA, aquella sometida a situaciones intensas, extraordinarias, que sobrepasan el patrón habitual de lo urbano, o en la CIUDAD HETEROTÓPICA y HAMBRIENTA, que, por un lado, se hace flotante como mecanismo de defensa, ampliando las fronteras y su influencia en el territorio, y por otro, evidencia su emancipación de la naturaleza que la alimenta. La canalización inteligente de procedimientos de última generación tecnológica podría abrir el paso a una futura realidad de arquitectura basada en la BIOTECNOLOGÍA. En una línea muy distinta, pero complementaria y de resistencia, se encuentra lo NEORRURAL como una nueva habitabilidad alternativa, asumiendo el enorme caudal de posibilidades de un territorio cada vez más despoblado, en una lógica ininterrumpida de incorporar el concepto de riesgo como parámetro “compositivo” clave en la investigación de estas nuevas formas de habitar.