bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Assessment of health and safety practices among users of wood coatings in Ibadan Metropolis
Authors: Adegoke O.A. , Adebawo F.G. , Okanlawon F.B. , Ojo-Fakuade F.F.
Published: February 2025

This study investigated the health and safety practices of woodworkers applying wood coatings in furniture finishing within Ibadan Metropolis. A cross-sectional survey design was utilized, targeting a purposively selected sample of 80 male woodworkers. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire assessing demographic characteristics, safety practices, and exposure to wood coatings. Descriptive statistics, including means and standard deviations, were employed to analyze the data. The results revealed a predominantly youthful and male workforce, with 32.5% aged 20-29 years and 100% male participation. The educational background is relatively high, as 43.8% have completed secondary education, and 28.8% have pursued tertiary education. Awareness of safety practices by the woodworkers shows that they were not ignorant of the need for occupational health and safety practice in the various aspects of their work especially wood coatings. The multiple regression analysis further illustrated that higher educational attainment and years of experience positively influence the adherence to safety practices, indicating the need for improved training and awareness initiatives to enhance the health and safety culture among woodworkers in this study area. The findings highlight the urgent need for improved safety training and stricter enforcement of protective measures to mitigate health risks faced by woodworkers in this sector.
Perceived causes and consequences of food insecurity in rural Zimbabwe: Using a decolonised methodology
Authors: Sukulao Tatenda , Kurevakwesu Wilberforce , Tshugulu Ansley N. , Matanga Anesu A. , Muridzo Noel G.
Published: February 2025

This study investigates perceived causes and associated effects of food insecurity in Kotwa, Mudzi district, Zimbabwe. The study comes at a time when the majority of Zimbabweans are food insecure due to the recent El Niño-induced drought and the situation is worse in rural agro-based communities. We made use of decolonised qualitative methodology through the Ubuntu research approach. We collected data from 11 participants and 3 key informants through dialogue and task approaches. Data were analysed through advanced manual analysis which emphasises the use of native languages in data analysis to ensure that cultural aspects reflected in the data are not lost. In line with the perceived causes of food insecurity, participants highlighted a lack of adequate rainfall, high temperatures, poor soils, laziness and dependence, as well as poverty and unemployment as the causes of food insecurity. The consequences that were reflected include poor physical and mental health, domestic violence, child marriages, crime, and family disintegration. We then recommended, among other recommendations, that there is a need to assist rural agro-based populations with resources and knowledge to produce food despite adverse climatic conditions, and the revival of traditional food insecurity practices like the Zunde raMambo to ensure that communities can rescue households that are food insecure, and not wait for external intervention. Moreover, the government of Zimbabwe should urgently refocus its efforts on addressing food insecurity because it is a threat to national development as it affects well-being and productivity whilst also incubating a host of social problems.
Governance of Social Protection Programmes for Poverty Alleviation in Botswana
Authors: Gunhidzirai Constance , Rankopo Morena J.
Published: February 2025

This review article explores the governance of social protection programs (SPPs) in alleviating poverty in Botswana, using stakeholder theory as a framework. It highlights that the governance of SPPs is an under-researched aspect of Botswana's social policy. Utilising an exploratory case study design and document analysis, the study examines governance strategies and the effectiveness of SPPs in combatting poverty and inequality. Findings indicate that while vulnerable groups benefit from SPPs, wealth distribution remains unequal, marginalising certain communities. Key governance strategies include stakeholder engagement, public awareness, and monitoring from the Department of Social Development. Challenges such as inadequate coordination among various government structures and capacity limitations for social workers are noted. The study calls for increased government transparency in social protection measures to address structural inequalities and empower citizens, contributing valuable insights for improving SPPs in Botswana and other emerging economies.
Становление первых храмов Кронштадта в XVIII — первой половине XIX вв.
Authors: Галимова Е.Ю.
Published: February 2025

Кронштадт в XVIII в. активно развивался, превращаясь в мощнейшую военную крепость на северо-западе России. В городе базировался Балтийский флот, поэтому проживало много моряков. Для удовлетворения религиозных потребностей военнослужащих по распоряжению Петра I в Кронштадте появились первые храмы. Однако при их строительстве часто возникали различные финансовые и административные трудности. Автор исследует процесс возведения и развития храмов, их роль в объединении прихожан и морально-нравственном воспитании. Анализ исторического опыта по становлению храмов для военнослужащих является особо актуальным в наши дни, когда государство предпринимает определенные шаги в направлении поддержки реализации прав военнослужащих на вероисповедание.

Kronstadt actively developed in the 18th century, turning into the most powerful military fortress in the north-west of Russia. The Baltic fleet was based in the city, so many sailors lived. To meet the religious needs of the military, by order of Peter I, the first churches appeared in Kronstadt. However, during their construction, various financial and administrative difficulties often arose. The author explores the process of construction and development of temples, their role in the unification of parishioners and moral education. An analysis of the historical experience in the formation of temples for military personnel is especially relevant today, when the state is taking certain steps towards supporting the realization of the rights of military personnel to worship.
Galerkin-Based Approximate Solution for Heat Transfer Problems
Authors:   Centro de Bachillerato Tecnológico industrial y de servicios No. 190, Av. 15 Col. Venustiano Carranza 2da Sección, Boca del Río, 94297, Veracruz, México., Sandoval-Hernandez M. , Torreblanca-Bouchan S. E. ,   Centro de Bachillerato Tecnológico industrial y de servicios No. 190, Av. 15 Col. Venustiano Carranza 2da Sección, Boca del Río, 94297, Veracruz, México., Morales-Alarcon G.J. ,   Doctorado en Investigación e Innovación Educativa. Facultad de Filosofía y Letras Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, Col. Centro Histórico, C. P. 72000, Puebla, Pue., Filobello-Nino U. A. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México, Jimenez-Fernandez V.M. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México, Escobar-Flores A. R. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México, Vazquez-Leal H. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México, Castañeda-Sheissa R. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México, Alvarez-Gasca O. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México, Contreras-Hernandez A.D. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México, Carrillo-Ramon N. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México, Jacome-Friscione J. E Perez- ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México
Published: February 2025

This paper presents the application of the Weighted Residuals Method, specifically the Least Squares Method, to solve the steady-state one-dimensional heat conduction problem in a slab with thermal conductivity linearly dependent on temperature. The proposed solution, a fourth-degree polynomial derived over the domain, demonstrates notable accuracy despite its simplicity, as evidenced by the RMS error of 0.0014328220965349. Additionally, if higher accuracy is desired, the Method of Weighted Residuals allows for the incorporation of more subdomains and the use of higher-degree polynomials.
Mediating Role of Firm Resilience between the Institutional Isomorphic Pressures and Adoption of IFRS for SMEs in Ghana
Authors: Muda Paul , MacCarthy John , Tornyeva Kingsley , Danso Nora
Published: February 2025

Abstract
The purpose of the study was to assess the direct and indirect effect of institutional isomorphic pressures on the adoption of IFRS for SMEs in Ghana. This study administered a questionnaire to collect primary data to assess the relationship between the variables. Multistage sampling methods were used to select the sample size as the true representative of the 16 regions of Ghana without bias. The study employed factor analysis, and structural equation model analysis to test the null hypotheses in this study. The results revealed that coercive isomorphic and mimetic isomorphic pressures significantly affect the adoption of IFRS for SMEs positively in Ghana. Secondly, the result showed that firm resilience partly mediates the direct relationship between coercive, mimetic isomorphic pressures and the adoption of IFRS for SMEs. However, normative isomorphic pressure has no direct or indirect (mediation) effect on the adoption of IFRS for SMEs in Ghana. The study recommends that the government must place emphasis on both internal and external drivers, particularly the firm’s resilience, to facilitate more successful adoptions of IFRS for SMEs in Ghana. Secondly, the government needs to encourage accountants in SMEs to join professional accounting bodies. Again, the study recommends that the government, through the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MoTI), collaborate with the regulator (ICAG) to provide financial accounting education to SME owners and accounting personnel who lack the necessary skills to adopt and implement IFRS for SMEs in Ghana. Finally, Ministry of Trade and Industries should establish a special pathway for non-professional accounting personnel in SMEs to become ICAG members and receive incentives.

JEL classification: M40, M41, M48.

Keywords: IFRS for SMEs, Coercive pressure, Normative pressure, Mimetic pressure, Isomorphic pressure.
Анализ динамики развития рыболовства в регионах России и их роль обеспечения продовольственной безопасности
Authors: Чернявская С.А. , Степкина А.B. , Межлумян М.З.
Published: February 2025

В условиях экономических и геополитических кризисов обеспечение продовольственной безопасности становится крайне важным. Рыболовство играет ключевую роль, предлагая доступные и питательные продукты для всех слоев населения. В статье анализируется влияние рыболовства на продовольственную безопасность России с акцентом на региональных рыбохозяйственных комплексов в Республике Карелия, Астраханской области и Краснодарском крае. Выявлены тенденции развития отрасли и сделан вывод о необходимости технологической поддержки, увеличения объемов производства и активного государственного финансирования для укрепления продовольственной безопасности страны.

In the context of economic and geopolitical crises, ensuring food security becomes extremely important. Fishing plays a key role in offering affordable and nutritious products for all segments of the population. The article analyzes the impact of fishing on the food security of Russia, with an emphasis on regional fisheries complexes in the Republic of Karelia, Astrakhan region and Krasnodar Territory. The trends in the development of the industry were identified and the conclusion was made about the need for technological support, an increase in production volumes and active state financing to strengthen the country's food security.
Молодежная политика в Краснодарском крае
Authors: Маланюк В.А. , Шумилина Е.А.
Published: February 2025

В статье рассматривается молодежная политика, которая представляет собой важный механизм, через который государство реализует свои программы, направленные на поддержку молодого поколения. Особое внимание уделено Краснодарскому краю, демонстрирующему высокую степень внимания к вопросам вовлечения молодежи в общественную и политическую жизнь страны и региона. Проводится анализ основных направлений реализации молодежной политики на региональном уровне, оцениваются результаты и выявляются возможные пути вовлечения молодежи в общественную жизнь региона на конкретном примере Краснодарского края. Учтен как положительный, так и отрицательный опыт успешных российских и международных проектов, связанных с молодежью. Представлены направления совершенствования реализации молодежной политики и перспективы ее развития на основе комплексного подхода, включающего законодательные инициативы, создание специализированных фондов и развитие общественного движения.

The article examines youth policy, which is an important mechanism through which the state implements its programs aimed at supporting the younger generation. Special attention is paid to the Krasnodar Territory, as a branch of the Russian Federation, demonstrating a high degree of attention to the issues of youth involvement in the public and political life of the country and the region. The authors analyze the main directions of youth policy implementation at the regional level, evaluate the results and identify possible ways to involve young people in the public life of the region using the specific example of the Krasnodar Territory. The article takes into account both the positive and negative experiences of successful Russian and international youth-related projects. The directions of improving the implementation of youth policy and the prospects for its development are presented on the basis of an integrated approach, including legislative initiatives, the creation of specialized funds and the development of a social movement.
Тенденции миграции в Российской Федерации и мире: социальные и экономические аспекты
Authors: Гусакова Н.Л. , Люлина Т.В. , Щитова Д.А. , Соловьев Д.Ю.
Published: February 2025

В статье раскрыта сущность и роль миграции в России. Изучены и проанализированы основные статистические показатели трудовой миграции как в рамках страны, так и на мировой арене. На основе статистического анализа миграционных показателей и потоков в Российской Федерации в 2019-2023 гг. доказано, что преимущественно миграция населения происходила в большие города, а на ее замедление в 2020-2021 гг. повлияла пандемия COVID-19. Особое внимание уделяется рассмотрению основных проблем, с которыми сталкивается международная миграция, и путей их решения.

The article reveals the essence of migration and the role of migration in Russia. The main statistical indicators of labor migration have been studied and analyzed both within the country and on the world stage. Based on the statistical analysis of migration indicators and migration flows in the Russian Federation in the period 2019-2023, it is proved that migration of the population mainly took place in large cities, and its slowdown in 2020-2021 was influenced by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Special attention is paid to the consideration of the main problems faced by international migration and ways to solve them.
Advancements and challenges in Hashimoto’s thyroiditis research: a bibliometric analysis
Authors: Alarslan Pınar
Published: February 2025

Aims: Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT) is the most common autoimmune thyroid disorder and a leading cause of hypothyroidism worldwide. This bibliometric analysis aims to provide a comprehensive overview of HT research trends, key contributors, and emerging themes by evaluating 1.309 articles published between 2004 and 2023. The study seeks to identify gaps, highlight advancements, and offer insights to guide future research efforts.
Methods: Data were collected from the Web of Science Core Collection database using the keyword "Hashimoto" and filtered by the "endocrinology metabolism" category. Bibliometric analysis was conducted using VOSviewer to visualize publication trends, keyword relationships, and collaboration networks. Citation metrics and publication outputs were analyzed to identify influential contributors and emerging research themes.
Results: The analysis revealed a steady growth in publications, peaking in 2021, with notable contributions from leading institutions and journals such as thyroid and Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Dominant themes included autoimmune mechanisms, thyroid dysfunction, and the gut-thyroid axis. Emerging areas, such as microbiota-targeted interventions and personalized medicine, offer promising avenues for advancing HT research. However, regional disparities and conflicting findings in treatment strategies, including dietary interventions and supplementation, underscore the need for more robust studies.
Conclusion: HT research has achieved significant progress in understanding its pathogenesis and clinical management. Future efforts should focus on multidisciplinary, large-scale studies that integrate advanced technologies and address regional research gaps. By fostering global collaborations and embracing innovative approaches, the scientific community can improve patient outcomes and advance the field of HT research.
ETHICS OF THE FINANCIAL SERVICES – RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HEALTH STAKEHOLDERS
Authors: AGHEORGHIESEI DOINA-MONICA , BERCU ANA-MARIA
Published: February 2025

Ethics of financial services in the field of health compliance with ethical principles in the management of finances and financial services within the health system involve transparency and integrity in billing processes, ensuring equitable access to medical services, and avoiding fraudulent or abusive behaviour. It also involves respecting the confidentiality of patients’ financial and medical information, as well as avoiding discriminatory practices regarding access to medical services based on the patient’s financial status. Ethical practices in the field of health financial services can contribute to increasing the trust of patients in the medical system, protecting their rights, and ensuring a fair distribution of resources in the health system.
Through a comprehensive analysis of ethical considerations, this study aims to shed light on the importance of upholding moral principles in the provision of financial services in the health sector. By thoroughly examining existing research and academic articles, a clearer understanding of the ethical considerations and standards in this specialized sector can be gained. This review not only helps to recognize the current landscape of ethical practices, but also sheds light on potential areas for improvement and further ethical development.
FINANCIAL SECURITY, INDIVIDUAL AUTONOMY, AND DEMOCRATIC IDEALS: KEY LIFE SATISFACTION DRIVERS
Authors: HOMOCIANU DANIEL , AIRINEI DINU
Published: February 2025

This paper explores the most robust determinants of life satisfaction using empirical
analysis of World Values Survey data, including the latest version 4.0, time series 19812022. Three significant ones emerged (a triad), namely contentment with household
financial situation, freedom of choice and control, and democracy in terms of exposure
to it and democratic values, all in a logit model with good accuracy of classification
(AUC-ROC greater than 0.8) and a high maximum probability (more than 95%).
Rigorous selection processes coupled with advanced methodologies such as variable
selection, triangulation, cross-validations (random, and non-random - both on socioeconomic variables and dataset versions), overfitting removal, collinearity and reverse
causality checks, and different regressions contributed to the evaluation and validation
of the final most robust model. Zlotnik and Abraira’s prediction nomograms helped rank
the predictors and stood behind the final model with three core components to estimate
life satisfaction probabilities. The findings are a step forward in life satisfaction
research and provide significant ideas for policymakers.
THE FORM OF WILL IN THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA: CONTEMPORARY HISTORY, NOTARIAL PROCEDURE AND ENFORCEMENT
Authors: PISTRIUGA VITALII
Published: February 2025

The new version of the Civil code of the Republic of Moldova starting March 1st, 2019,
traditionally has already revised the forms of will by which an individual can dispose for
the cause of death. In this context, some forms of will have been maintained, some forms
have been excluded, and some have changed their own legal nature, which affects their
legal force. In this article we will draw attention to the changes in the form of the will in
the Republic of Moldova in the contemporary period, with a special focus on the
authentic and holographic forms.Consequently, special attention will be given to the
authentic form of the will and the notarial procedure for assigning the legal force of
public authority to a will. With reference to the holographic wills, the author will
describe the procedure for obtaining their enforceability, through the point of view of his
own notary practice, as well as will be elucidated some existing normative uncertanties.
Although the domestic legislation does not expressly regulate the circulation of oral
wills, a quasi-oral form has been introduced (which assumes that the testator's will is
expressed orally, although it is to be expressed in written form in the end) and the
notarial procedure with oral wills, allowed by the international treaty to which the
Republic of Moldova is a party, has not been described.
IMPROVING ORGANIZATIONAL RESULTS IN THE CONTEXT OF GENDER DIVERSITY IN TOP MANAGEMENT
Authors: GROSU MARIA , MIHALCIUC CAMELIA CĂTĂLINA , APOSTOL CIPRIAN , APETRI ANIȘOARA-NICULINA
Published: February 2025

In discussions about organizational performance, an essential topic is gender
differences in top management, as the individuals responsible for the governance of the
organization can contribute to its financial sustainability and risk-taking. This has also
led to the purpose of our study, to explore the influences that these differences exert on
organizational performance. Specifically, the study uses a literature review to identify
relevant theoretical perspectives and empirical findings, highlighting the connections
between gender diversity and organizational outcomes, with a particular focus on
analysing gender diversity in top management. Also, by means of a bibliometric
analysis, the main research directions and concerns related to gender diversity in
organizational contexts are identified.
Keywords: organizational performance; male leaders; female leaders; top
management; gender diversity.
http://www.pertanika.upm.edu.my/proceeding/browse/regular-issue
Authors: Gjylbegaj Viola , Barrio-Fraile Estrella
Published: February 2025

This study conducts a systematic review of research published from January 2009 to December 2023 on the use of storytelling in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) communication. The aim is to analyze the relationship between CSR and storytelling from an academic perspective, demonstrating how storytelling serves as a potent tool for shaping perceptions, engaging stakeholders, and enhancing organizational image within the realm of CSR. Articles from the Web of Science (WoS) and Scopus databases were reviewed, with data extracted as of December 31, 2023. Results highlight storytelling’s pivotal role in humanizing complex CSR endeavors, fostering emotional connections with stakeholders, and authentically conveying organizational values. These findings emphasize the strategic importance of integrating CSR into core business operations as a fundamental aspect of organizational identity and responsibility.
Navigating Complex Networks: Stakeholder Engagement Strategies in Technology-Driven Humanitarian Response—A Case Study of Sky Volunteer Indonesia
Authors: Theresia Lavietha Vivrie Lolita  , Maria Advenita Gita Elmada
Published: February 2025

Sky Volunteer, an initiative by the Synersia Foundation, leverages drone technology for Indonesia’s humanitarian and disaster response efforts. The research aims to identify best practices and challenges in stakeholder management within humanitarian drone operations. The study investigates mechanisms of stakeholder identification, prioritisation, communication channels, and strategies for fostering trust and collaboration using a qualitative approach through key stakeholder interviews. Preliminary findings reveal Sky Volunteer’s multi-faceted engagement strategy, tailored to each stakeholder group’s needs. The organisation employs traditional and digital communication channels, emphasising transparency and accountability through regular updates and feedback. The study concludes with recommendations for enhancing stakeholder engagement in humanitarian drone operations, including more inclusive practices, integration of advanced communication technologies, and continuous feedback loops. These findings offer valuable insights for NGOs and organisations seeking to optimise stakeholder engagement strategies in complex operational environments. The research contributes to understanding effective stakeholder management in humanitarian technology applications, particularly drone-assisted disaster response efforts.
Islamic and Conventional Financial Institutions: Emerging Market Perspectives on Corporate Social Responsibility
Authors: Abou-El-Sood Heba , Izzeldin Marwan , Muwazir Mohd Rizal , Sivaprasad Sheeja
Published: February 2025

Concerns about corporate social responsibility (CSR) have emerged for several reasons related to the change in the CSR agenda and international compliance. This study presents new evidence by investigating the perceptions of CSR practices among executives of Islamic and conventional financial institutions in Malaysia, a prominent financial hub and partner for Middle Eastern, Central Asian, and European markets. The paper employs a mixed methods approach, using a survey questionnaire covering 27 Islamic and 20 conventional financial institutions and probit regression to test the effect of executives’ attributes on the importance of different elements of their perceived CSR. The findings challenge a prevailing CSR view that underplays the importance of values and responsibilities. Overall, the results show that executives pay close attention to ethical considerations, contrary to longstanding prior results. Findings reflect stakeholders’ interest in corporate environmental, social, and governance practices, prompting businesses to align with long-term social and ethical values beyond financial returns. This paper adds to the literature on CSR in financial institutions, providing insight into the impact of executives’ attributes. It provides a clear understanding of CSR in Islamic and conventional financial institutions grounded in the framework of stakeholder theory.
Predicting Political Participatory Behaviour in Pakistan: A Social Media Communication Mediation Approach
Authors: Tariq Rehan , Zolkepli Izzal Asnira , Ahmad Mahyuddin
Published: February 2025

The declining trend of political participation in the young population has become a global concern. Although the profound effect of partisanship and social media on politics has been established, less is known about their role in reinforcing political participation in comparatively weak democracies. The present study explored the role of partisanship, social media use, political expression, and political efficacy in communication mediation to develop an understanding of political participation in Pakistan to address this concern. Young voters (N = 410) in Pakistan aged between 18 and 29 were recruited using snowball sampling. We used PLS-SEM (partial least squares structural equation modelling) to analyse the survey data. The results revealed that partisanship is positively correlated with social media use, whereas it also moderated the relationship between social media use and orientations of political expression and political efficacy. The study showed that social media use positively influences political expression and political efficacy and passes this positive influence, through these two variables, on online political participation and offline political participation. Based on these results, we introduced the social media communication mediation model. This paper shares some limitations and provides the study’s theoretical contributions and practical implications.
Application of Intelligent Manufacturing Technology in the Ceramic Industry: Innovative Practices to Improve Efficiency and Environmental Performance
Authors: Lai Huasheng , Binti Surip Siti Suhaily , Lin Zeqin , Deng Weibin
Published: February 2025

This study takes the ceramics industry as its object to improve production efficiency, reduce resource waste, and reduce environmental pollution. It explores the application of intelligent manufacturing technology in the ceramics industry. The ceramics industry is a significant part of China’s traditional manufacturing industry. However, it has low production efficiency, causes serious resource waste, and causes severe environmental pollution. In the era of Industry 4.0, intelligent manufacturing has become a meaningful way to address these issues. This paper uses a combination of literature reviews, case studies, and other methods to evaluate and analyse intelligent manufacturing technologies’ actual effects on the ceramics industry’s transformation, upgrading, and sustainable development. The research shows that intelligent manufacturing technologies represented by the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, and robotics have begun to show clear advantages in the ceramics industry. Improving production efficiency and reducing resource waste also positively affect environmental protection.
Exploring the Factors of Corporate Social Responsibility Practices in Small and Medium Enterprises: A Study among Chinese Private Enterprises in Chengdu, China
Authors: Zeng Wen  , Krishnan Mahadevan
Published: February 2025

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is vital for the sustained success of businesses. Traditionally, large enterprises have been the primary implementers of CSR, setting them apart from private small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Consequently, this study investigates the factors influencing CSR practices in SMEs among private businesses in Chengdu, China. Employing a quantitative approach and combining the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) theory with the four components of CSR, the research examines 15 hypotheses to explore the relationships between business owners’ knowledge, attitude, and practices related to CSR elements. The sample comprises 400 entrepreneurs from private SMEs in Chengdu, selected through snowball sampling and surveyed via an online questionnaire. The results indicate that all corresponding knowledge, attitudes, and practices exhibit a significantly positive correlation, confirming the importance of knowledge and attitudes in shaping Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) practices among private enterprises in Chengdu, China. The study concluded by highlighting its contribution to the existing body of knowledge and offering recommendations for future research.
Hyperparameter tuning of CNN based potato plant disease detection model integrated with GridSearchCV
Authors: Kaul Kajal , Chug Anuradha , Singh Amit Prakash , Kumar Ravinder , Shanmugam V.
Published: February 2025

There is an increasing need for enhancing plant health in the potato crop since Potato is the staple diet for majority of population living in Asia. Potato crop yield is of prime importance for farmers and agriculturalist. The Deep Convolution Neural Network model has been optimized on the PV dataset for classification, detection and prediction of various Potato Plant Diseases like PEB, PLB and distinguishing it from healthy potato leaves which served as the class labels. Images were then preprocessed using various Data augmentation techniques for enhancing the computational efficacy of the models. This paper aims at comparing various hyperparameter tuned cases for hyperparameters namely optimizer, learning rate, epochs, keeping batch_size, filter_size, activation function and the number of channels fixed for CNN as the base model integrated with GridSearchCV technique. Amongst all the hyperparameters, it was found that optimizer Adam along with 0.0001 learning rate, 3*3 filter size, 32 batch size, 100 epochs and relu activation function at dense layer and softmax function at fully connected layer performed the most optimal. The CNN base model was trained and tested to predict the output class. The efficiency of the model was measured by accuracies achieved for the model including train_accuracy, validation accuracy and test accuracy as 0.959, 0.960 and 0.988 respectively. The losses for the model such as train_loss, validation loss and test loss were 0.102, 0.100 and 0.039 respectively. After comparing all the model cases, Precision was found out to be 0.988, F1 score was found to be 0.988, Recall was 0.988, Roc-auc value was 0.563. To further comprehend the performance and select the most optimal model GridSearchCV technique was then applied for measuring performance with regards to achieving Generalization, Regularization and Optimization in the model. With a high cross-validation score of 0.78 indicates that the model can function well on unknown data, regularization as indicated by high value of C i.e. 31.622, is more tolerant of misclassifications, potentially leading to higher accuracy but potentially also lower sensitivity to detecting positive cases and optimization as the model’s parameters were successfully optimized by the ‘newton-cg’ solver, resulting in strong performance.
Socioeconomic Status: A Lethal Weapon in Deteriorating the Satisfaction Level Attributed to Thalassemia Management in Pakistan
Authors: Javaid Muhammad Mohsin , Ahmad Israr , Mansoor Emaan , Ali Syed Inayat , Saima Bairam  , Umair Muhammad , Mansoor Afsheen , Umer Muhammad Farooq
Published: February 2025

Objective: To investigate the association between the sociodemographic status and patient satisfaction level with reference to thalassemia management involving tertiary public sectors of Pakistan.  
Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted from July-Sept 2020, at Bolan Medical Hospital (BMCH) & Sandeman Provincial Hospital (SPH) Quetta. Systematic-random sampling was done to gather data through preformed structured questionnaire. Ethical consideration was acquired before the research. Participants who don’t have hearing or talking issues, without mental confusion or any systemic illness, were part of this research. The satisfaction scale was a 5-item Likert-type. A higher score indicates a higher degree of satisfaction from the respondent.
Results: A total of 100 participants were included in this study. Regarding earning family members, 81% of the respondents have only 1 earning member. More than half (58%) of the fathers of the children were laborers by occupation. Chi square test revealed statistical insignificant relationship of occupation of earning members of family, area of living with level of satisfaction among participants, where p-values were 0.133 and 0.456 respectively. Chi square test showed statistically significant relationship between quality of life and level of satisfaction among participants, where p-value was 0.028.
Conclusion: The present study concluded low satisfaction level among the Pakistani population with reference to the management of the thalassemic major patients in the public sector because of their declined socioeconomic status. Their monthly income could have played a major role in availing the facilities from the public sector that deals with the mass population.
Theory of Constraints: Application to the Foundry Industry
Authors: Mr. Chetan K. Galage
Published: February 2025

The Theory of Constraints (TOC) is a management approach that identifies and mitigates bottlenecks in production systems to maximize efficiency. In the foundry industry, constraints arise in melting, moulding, core making, pouring, cooling, and finishing processes, limiting throughput. This paper explores the application of TOC in foundries, emphasizing its five-step methodology to optimize production. By identifying, exploiting, and elevating constraints, foundries can enhance productivity, reduce lead times, and improve resource utilization. TOC also enables better quality control and cost reduction, leading to competitive advantages. Despite challenges such as resistance to change and initial investment costs, TOC fosters continuous improvement in manufacturing. Implementing TOC ensures higher efficiency, reduced waste, and sustainable operational growth in foundry processes
Ayurvedacharya Android Application
Authors: Vaibhav Bonde  , Chaitanya Bhagawat  , Nagesh Deshmukh  , Anuj Fasale  , Prof. D. G. Tarle
Published: February 2025

Ayurveda or Ayurvedic Medicine is a system of traditional medicine which is native to Indians and it is a part of alternative medicine. Ayurveda employs plant based medicine and treatments. Ayurvedic treatment is done with dietary restrictions, food consumption as per required to cure the disease and regulating daily activity. Around the globe Ajurvedic Remedies have become widely embraced. The ingredients of any Ayurvedic Cures can be easily found at home. So cures are inexpensive and relatively easy to implement. Except for a few allergy cases, these cures have the least chances of side effects
Uzhcurrumi-Pasaje: Promoción del turismo rural, Sistematización de una experiencia
Authors:   Universidad Técnica de Machala, Benítez-Luzuriaga Karina , Encalada Guartazaca Christian Xavier ,   Universidad Técnica de Machala, Gonzabay Peralta Leonardo Adrián ,   Universidad Técnica de Machala
Published: February 2025

La actividad turística, donde convergen una serie de elementos: turistas, transporte, alojamiento, etc., requiere -como actor significativo- al proceso comunicacional. El turismo es una acción humana que se sustenta en el intercambio de información para que finalmente se produzca la visita a un determinado lugar. Este texto es una sistematización de experiencia in situ, que tuvo como objetivo primordial, fomentar la visita a la parroquia Uzhcurrumi del cantón Pasaje en la provincia de El Oro, mediante la ejecución de una campaña promocional dirigido a un grupo focalizado de jóvenes, con la finalidad de contribuir al desarrollo local y sostenible de esa comunidad. La investigación descriptiva y experiencial reveló como resultado que el desarrollo del turismo en la ruralidad requiere de estrategias comunicacionales basadas en varios aspectos, pero por, sobre todo, en las vivencias in situ, con re-lación a los nuevos públicos consumidores; procurando así que la oferta turística de esas zonas geográficas adquiera ventajas competitivas y rentables con miras a posicionarse frente a otras alternativas urbanas. Se concluye, que las estrategias comunicacionales innovadoras basadas en las nuevas tecnologías y sus aplicaciones, son un potencial para el progreso turístico y su posicionamiento en la comunidad
Necesidades y estrategias comunicacionales para la valoración del potencial turístico de la parroquia Curtincápac
Authors:   Universidad Técnica de Machala, Lazo Serrano Lizette , Sarango-Barreto Shirley Nicole ,   Universidad Técnica de Machala
Published: February 2025

En este estudio sobre la valoración del potencial turístico de la parroquia Curtin-cápac, en la provincia de El Oro al sur de Ecuador, se analiza en detalle la forma en que se puede promover la riqueza de sus recursos naturales y culturales. Se identi-fican 13 sitios de interés con un innegable potencial para atraer a visitantes locales, nacionales e internacionales
Rescate de valores culturales-históricos De la población estudiantil machaleña aplicando realidad virtual
Authors:   Universidad Técnica de Machala, Bayas Gia Arlis Daniela , Alburqueque Atariguana Dayana Madelay ,   Universidad Técnica de Machala, Cueva Jiménez Jinson Joel ,   Universidad Técnica de Machala
Published: February 2025

En el contexto actual, la sociedad enfrenta una creciente problemá-tica relacionada con la pérdida de valores culturales e históricos, lo que ha generado un distanciamiento progresivo de las raíces y tradiciones que definen la identidad de las comunidades (Avila et al., 2022). Esta situación se evidencia de manera preocupante en el ám-bito educativo, donde se observa una disminución en el conocimien-to y aprecio por la historia y la cultura local entre los estudiantes. Ante esta problemática, se hace imperativo implementar estrategias efectivas que permitan rescatar y fortalecer estos valores en las nuevas generaciones.
Entorno virtual como recurso de concientización del cuidado del medio ambiente
Authors:   Universidad Técnica de Machala, Sizalima Logacho Joel Abraham , Coronel Ontaneda Steeven Ismael ,   Universidad Técnica de Machala, Chávez Armijos Ariel Efraín ,   Universidad Técnica de Machala
Published: February 2025

Según estudios citados por (Gutiérrez et al.,2019), la realidad virtual facilita el aprendizaje constructivista en los individuos para ayudar-les a desarrollar sus habilidades y virtudes, y consigue un apren-dizaje más profundo que la simple audición o visión porque se rige por el concepto de aprendizaje en primera persona, según el cual un individuo adquiere la mayor parte del conocimiento a través de la experiencia directa
Eine kurze Geschichte der Gerstenforschung
Authors: Schaal René
Published: February 2025

Frankfurt a.M. Stärkere Krankheitsresistenzen, höhere Erträge und bessere Qualität – all das hat die Gerstenforschung in den vergangenen Jahrzehnten erreicht. Doch um die Gerste fit für die Zukunft zu machen, haben sich Forscher ehrgeizige Ziele gesetzt.
The Göttingen Nexus
Authors: Balogh Piroska
Published: February 2025

The paper examines six fundamental aspects of the 18th-century Göttingen ideal of scholarship and knowledge, demonstrating how Károly Koppi (1744–1801), a Piarist professor of universal history at the Royal University of Pest effectively adapted and integrated this paradigm into the Hungarian intellectual context. Koppi’s efforts not only established a tradition of teaching universal history through modern methodologies but also revealed broader sociological implications. His adaptation extended beyond historiography and pedagogy to include personal career strategies, professional networking, and the cultivation of scholarly ambition and habitus. As a result, Koppi did not merely transfer the Göttingen model but actively reshaped it as a mediator. His dual role as a teacher and a knowledge broker solidified his position as a pivotal figure in fostering a modern scientific ethos, which remained influential in late 18th-century Hungary.
El convenio de mediación Honduras El Salvador o Pacto Borgonovo-Palma
Authors: Flores Pinel Fernando
Published: February 2025

No abstract available.
ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 32, No. 350, 1977: 920-923.
A saúde mental dos profissionais da segurança pública
Authors: Cavagnolli Roní
Published: February 2025

O presente estudo teve como objetivo principal investigar a influência da profissão de segurança pública sobre a saúde mental de seus profissionais. Para tanto, foram analisados diversos trabalhos científicos que abordam a temática, buscando conceituar a saúde mental e identificar os principais transtornos mentais que acometem esses profissionais. A pesquisa bibliográfica revelou que a exposição constante a situações de alto estresse, como violência, risco de vida e perda de colegas, pode desencadear ou agravar transtornos como depressão, ansiedade e transtorno bipolar. Esses problemas psicológicos, por sua vez, podem comprometer a capacidade de trabalho dos agentes de segurança e afetar suas relações pessoais. Os resultados obtidos demonstram a importância de implementar políticas públicas que promovam a saúde mental desses profissionais, considerando as especificidades de sua atuação e as demandas da sociedade.
O discurso do medo e a violência no Brasil: um instrumento de dominação simbólica
Authors: Linhares Cristiano Linhares
Published: February 2025

O presente estudo investiga como o discurso do medo, especialmente em relação à violência, é utilizado como ferramenta simbólica de dominação social. Dados alarmantes sobre os índices de homicídios no Brasil são analisados, destacando como a maneira de apresentá-los influencia diretamente a percepção pública. Utilizando as teorias de Ulrich Beck, Sigmund Freud e Pierre Bourdieu, argumenta-se que o medo é manipulado por elites políticas e econômicas para manter o status quo, fomentando a dependência do Estado como protetor. Essa construção do medo não está limitada à percepção de perigos reais, mas é exacerbada por meio de discursos que reforçam o controle social e a marginalização de determinados grupos. O estudo analisa como a insegurança é amplificada, legitimando o uso da violência estatal como meio de controle e manutenção da ordem pública. Conclui-se que, para romper esse ciclo de dominação simbólica, é necessário desconstruir o discurso do medo e abordar as causas estruturais da violência.
Evaluation of Bacillus Brevis in Microbial-Induced Calcite Precipitation of Threshold Friction Velocity and Crust Thickness for Wind Erosion Control of Aeolian Soil
Authors: Garba A. M. , Abubakar M. , Osinubi K. J. , Eberemu A. O. , Ijimdiya T. S.
Published: February 2025

An eco-friendly method of soil improvement known as Microbial Induced Calcite Precipitation (MICP) has received significant recognition in the past decade. This study presents a report on the capability of MICP in modifying the threshold friction velocity (TFV) and soil crust thickness of aeolian soil bio-treated at various suspension densities of a ureolytic microorganisms – Bacillus brevis (B. brevis) and cementation reagent of varying concentration. The B. brevis suspension densities and cementation reagents used to trigger the MICP process are 0, 0.5, 2.0, 4.0, 6.0 and 8.0 McFarland standards (i.e., 0, 1.50 × 108, 6.0 × 108, 1.20 × 109, 1.80 × 109 and 2.40 × 109 cells/ml and 0.25, 0.5, 0.75 and 1.0 M, respectively. The results at various B. brevis suspension densities and cementation reagent concentration indicated improvement in threshold friction velocity (TFV) and soil crust thickness of aeolian soil bio-treated. Bio-treatment of aeolian with 6.0 x 108 cells/ml – 0.75 M mix ratio improved the critical threshold friction velocity (TFV) of natural aeolian soil from 13.6 m/s to 18.2 m/s similarly, the soil crust thickness of the bio-treated aeolian soil specimens with 6 x 108 cells/ml – 0.75 M and subjected to the maximum wind speed load of 20 m/s improved from the natural powdery form with no crust thickness to 90 mm. these parameters contributed significantly in improving wind-induced resistance.