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The Role of Age in Moderating the Relationship Between Dual Ethnocentrism and Purchase Intentions in Restaurants
Authors: Haryanto Budhi , Kumala Hasta Prasetio
Published: December 2024

This research aims to explore the role of age as a moderator in the relationship between dual ethnocentrism and restaurant purchase intentions. The study focuses on Indonesian citizens of Chinese descent residing in Indonesia who express intent to visit both Indonesian cuisine and Chinese cuisine restaurants. Data were collected through online questionnaires, with a total of 200 responses obtained through snowball sampling. Analysis was conducted using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) and Multi-Group Analysis (MGA) in SmartPLS 3. The findings indicate that ethnocentrism among dual ethnicities significantly influences purchase intentions specifically towards restaurants serving cuisine aligned with the individual's ethnocentric background, but not towards restaurants serving other ethnic cuisines. Age was found to moderate the relationship between home ethnocentrism and host ethnocentrism but did not moderate the relationship between dual ethnocentrism and purchase intentions toward restaurant cuisine. This research hopes to contribute to the fill the gap in the literature and provide practical insight. Moreover, limitations and future direction also were discussed in this work.
The Role of Organizational Commitment in Mediating the Influence of Self-Efficacy and Work-Life Balance on Organizational Citizenship Behavior
Authors: Soleha Dinda Aulia , Musoli
Published: December 2024

Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) refers to individual contributions that exceed workload or role demands at work, aiming to achieve task performance rewards. OCB is intended to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of organizational functions. Individuals exhibiting high OCB tend to demonstrate strong loyalty to their employing institutions. Several factors influence the realization of OCB, including self-efficacy, work-life balance, organizational commitment, organizational culture, and social support, among others. This study aims to explore the role of organizational commitment in mediating the effects of self-efficacy and work-life balance on Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB). The study sampled 52 respondents from a total population of 66 employees, using purposive sampling. The questionnaire employed a 5-point Likert Scale to measure responses to 49 statements. Results indicated that self-efficacy and work-life balance partially and significantly positively influenced OCB. Additionally, self-efficacy and work-life balance significantly positively influenced organizational commitment. Organizational commitment, in turn, significantly positively affected OCB. Therefore, organizational commitment mediated the impact of self-efficacy and work-life balance on OCB. Overall, the hypotheses in this study demonstrate significant and positive mediating effects.
The NGAL serum level in patient with contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN): a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Amly Harzalina Zilfi , Sitorus Igna Laurensus , Sitepu Evi ananta ulisa
Published: December 2024

Contrast media are commonly injected into the bloodstream to increase image contrast and improve the diagnostic capabilities of radiological examinations. Contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) is a severe complication of renal impairment after administration of contrast media. NGAL is a reliable early biomarker that has been studied in contrast to kidney damage and other conditions that affect the kidney. This study aimed to determine the mean difference in serum NGAL levels between patients with and non-CIN which will be used as the cutoff value for predicting CIN.  The search was performed using three databases with the following eligibility criteria: (1) adult patients (> 18 years old), (2) patients who underwent the procedure with contrast medium injection, and (3) diagnosis of CIN based on the increase in serum creatinine level after contrast infusion. Meta-analysis was performed using a random-effect model. The mean difference (MD) and confidence interval of serum NGAL (ng/mL) between CIN and non-CIN after contrast media injection based on nine studies (1,293 subjects) was 84.14 (95% CI: 48.90, 119.38) ng/mL. Egger’s regression test showed significant asymmetry in the funnel plot (p < .0001). This study found a positive difference in serum NGAL levels between patients with and without CIN after contrast medium injection.
Identificación de la composición ecológica del arbolado urbano de las áreas verdes de Quinindé, Esmeraldas, Ecuador
Authors: Renjifo Yánez Andy Joel , Mieles Giler Jorge Washington
Published: December 2024

Las áreas urbanas han experimentado un rápido crecimiento lo que resalta la importancia de sus espacios verdes para la regulación del clima y la mejora de la calidad del aire. Este estudio tiene como objetivo identificar la composición ecológica del arbolado urbano de las áreas verdes de Quinindé, Esmeraldas, Ecuador. Se realizó un inventario dendrométrico midiendo el diámetro a 1,30 m del suelo (DAP) en sitios representativos como parques, avenidas, calles y parterres. Se identificaron 24 especies forestales, de las cuales 12 son árboles frutales, seis son arbóreas y seis son palmas, distribuidas en 14 familias. De estas seis especies son nativas y 18 introducidas siendo la familia Arecaceae la más representativa. En la estructura horizontal del arbolado se observó una mayor presencia en la clase IV mientras que en la estructura vertical predominó la clase II. En el Índice de Valor de Importancia Ecológica (IVIE) reveló que Adonidia merrillii becc fue la especie más destacada con un 37,11% desde el punto de vista ecológico. Además, el índice de Shannon-Wiener mostró una diversidad de 3,14 y el índice de Simpson alcanzó 0,82, indicando una alta diversidad. El índice de Margalef obtuvo un valor de 3,42, lo que sugiere una rica biodiversidad, mientras que el índice de Pielou fue de 0,68, reflejando una equidad moderada. El índice de Berger-Parker fue de 0,37, siendo la especie más abundante del cantón Adonidia merrillii becc. En conclusión, el arbolado urbano del cantón Quinindé presenta una notable biodiversidad en términos de familias y especies forestales, lo que subraya la necesidad de su conservación y manejo adecuado.
Tám mươi năm xây dựng quân đội của Nhân dân, do Nhân dân, vì Nhân dân chiến đấu, trưởng thành và chiến thắng
Authors: Nguyễn Tân Cương
Published: December 2024

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Pháp luật về xử lý tham nhũng ở Việt Nam
Authors: Nguyễn Lê Thu
Published: December 2024

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Authors: Trần Văn Dũng
Published: December 2024

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La digitalización del Diccionario Técnico de la música de Felipe Pedrell
Authors: Gallego Eugenia , Pérez-Sevilla Pérez-Medrano David , López Gómez Rosario , Ordiñana Gil María , Cascudo García-Villaraco Teresa
Published: December 2024

Los diccionarios del siglo XIX representan una fuente invaluable para comprender la evolución del lenguaje y la cultura de la época. Sin embargo, la digitalización de estos textos puede resultar una tarea ardua debido a la complejidad de la tipografía y la presencia de errores tipográficos. El método aplicado en estos estudios anteriores ha estado basado en la lectura de cada fuente y en el análisis del contexto de publicación. Se ha obviado la utilización de las nuevas posibilidades abiertas por las Humanidades Digitales, así como la aplicación de los resultados obtenidos para responder a las necesidades de este campo de investigación. En este artículo se describe el proceso seguido para el estudio y la digitalización del Diccionario técnico de la música de Felipe Pedrell (1894) a través de la aplicación de herramientas informáticas y de gestión de la información digitalizada. Por un lado, se han explorado plataformas de inteligencia artificial, en concreto las herramientas de machine learning Transkribus y Nanonets, con el objetivo de entrenar modelos propios de reconocimiento de escritura y transcripción.
Por otro lado, se han seguido metodologías clásicas de digitalización y reconocimiento de caracteres y se ha realizado un proceso de análisis, filtrado y tratamiento posterior a través de algoritmos que mejoran el proceso de transcripción. Finalmente, se ha desarrollado un servicio web de consulta de este diccionario que recoge los resultados de este trabajo y lo convierte en un recurso de calidad en el ámbito de la investigación musicológica y en la preservación de documentos históricos.
Herramientas digitales para la edición del teatro aurisecular: el informe de una tentativa a partir de EVT (Edition Visualization Technology)
Authors: Abate Anna , Bocchi Lorenzo
Published: December 2024

El objetivo de este artículo es dar cuenta de un intento de digitalización llevado a cabo en el contexto de la edición del teatro aurisecular, y más concretamente del teatro de Lope de Vega, con el fin de hacer balance de los avances realizados en materia de Ecdótica Digital. Asimismo, y a partir de los resultados obtenidos en esta experiencia, se intenta poner de manifiesto algunas de las limitaciones y puntos críticos de las herramientas utilizadas y ofrecer una descripción de las soluciones adoptadas, con el objetivo de contribuir a arrojar luz sobre los siguientes pasos a dar para su mejora.
From Teacher Candidate to Inclusive Educator: A Conceptual Framework for Training Teacher Candidates to Support Emergent Bilingual Students and Students with Disabilities in Inclusive Classrooms
Authors: Blackwell William , Uzum Baburhan , Contreras-Vanegaas Alma
Published: December 2024

This manuscript describes a conceptual framework for preparing teacher candidates to be effective inclusive educators for emergent bilingual students and students with disabilities. The manuscript aligns with the journal theme by emphasizing the importance of supporting teacher candidates in their development as inclusive educators. Based on the shared characteristics of two research-based approaches, the Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) model (Echevarria et al., 2018) and the high-leverage practices for inclusive education (HLP) framework (McLeskey et al., 2019), the authors present a lesson plan model that helps teacher candidates integrate research-based practices into teaching and learning opportunities during their clinical teaching.
The Influence Of Brand And Price On Consumer Purchase Intention Of Sunco Cooking Oil Products At Fresh Supermarket Ayahanda Medan
Authors: Dewi Nurmasari Pane
Published: December 2024

Cooking oil is one of the basic necessities for the Indonesian people. The problem faced by the cooking oil company is a significant decline in sales among several other cooking oil products. This research aims to determine the influence of Brand and Price on the Purchase Intention of Sunco Cooking Oil Products at Fresh Supermarket Ayahanda Medan. Data collection by distributing questionnaires/surveys to 82 respondents. The model used with Multiple Regression and processed through SPSS. The results of this study show that Brand partially has a significant effect and Price partially has a significant effect on Purchase Intention. The R Square value is 0.601 or 60.1%, which means Brand and Price account for 60.1%, and the rest is explained by other factors.
Implementation of The Concept of Niteni, Nirokke, Nambahi In Increasing Sales of Putra Tabah UMKM In Giwangan Main Market, Yogyakarta
Authors: Astuti Widya , Engga Tri Cahyono  , Clarisa Nindya Franselina  , Fariz Najwa Hanan  , Nabilla Zhara Anasya  , Susana Ema Kelen  , Azwar
Published: December 2024

This study aims to implement the concept of Niteni, Nirokke, Nambahi in an effort to increase sales of UMKM Putra Tabah located in Giwangan Main Market, Yogyakarta. UMKM Putra Tabah is a vegetable trading business that has been operating since 2010 and is now managed by the second generation. Niteni will be implemented by observing the best practices of other successful business actors, in order to understand effective marketing and management strategies. Furthermore, through Nirokke, this UMKM will imitate or adapt digital marketing methods to increase the reach and visibility of its products. Finally, the Nambahi concept will be used to add value to products by introducing new variations and attractive offer packages for customers. Through this study, it is hoped that concrete steps can be identified that can be taken to increase sales and competitiveness of UMKM Putra Tabah. This study not only aims to improve the performance of UMKM Putra Tabah, but also provides a model for other UMKM in facing increasingly competitive market challenges
Corporate Social Responsibility: A Literature Review On Practices, Implications, And Future Directions
Authors: Rizki Agung Santoso  , Tulus Harefa  , Luk Luk Fuadah
Published: December 2024

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become an integral component of corporate governance and business strategy across various sectors.  This literature review explores recent developments in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and its multifaceted impact on corporate reputation, financial performance, and crisis management. CSR, once focused primarily on social and environmental initiatives, has evolved to include digital responsibility, reflecting its adaptability to modern corporate demands. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted CSR’s critical role in fostering resilience, as companies that prioritized social contributions and public health maintained stronger market positions. Additionally, CSR influences ethical considerations in areas such as tax management and data responsibility, raising questions about its authentic application and the potential need for regulatory oversight. Through an analysis of recent studies, this review emphasizes that CSR serves as both a strategic advantage and an ethical mandate. Notably, CSR’s expansion into Corporate Digital Responsibility (CDR) highlights its relevance in addressing contemporary issues like cybersecurity and data protection. As businesses navigate evolving social and technological landscapes, CSR continues to drive value by building trust, enhancing corporate reputation, and supporting sustainable business models
The relevance of Management Control Systems in The Business Environment and The Role of Digitalization in Transformation for Sustainability - A Comprehensive Literature Review
Authors: Ayu Fitria Putri  , Wahyuni Anggraini  , Luk Luk Fuadah
Published: December 2024

Management Control System (MCS) plays a crucial role in aligning organizational objectives with managerial activities to ensure optimal performance. Over the years, MCS has evolved, integrating new technologies and methodologies to enhance decision-making and accountability within organizations. This paper provides a comprehensive review of recent literature on MCS, with a focus on studies published since 2020. The review highlights key developments in performance measurement, strategic control, and the role of digitalization in MCS. The findings offer valuable insights into the future directions of MCS research and its practical implications in a dynamic business environment.
Strategies To Increase Public Acceptance Of Carbon Tax Policy In Indonesia Using Participatory And Educative Approaches
Authors: Frania Audrey Marisya  , Meily Putri Shofwatul Ashfiya ‘Umami  , Ariana Setyaningrum
Published: December 2024

Climate change is a major threat to the global ecosystem and economy. One of the policies promoted to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions that are the main drivers of climate change is the carbon tax policy. However, the implementation of carbon tax in Indonesia is not simple and faces many challenges, including low public acceptance of the policy. The method used in compiling this article is a literature study approach to understand the concept, theory, and findings of previous research related to the implementation of carbon tax and the factors that influence the level of public acceptance. The results of the study indicate that if the Carbon Tax is to be accepted by the public, the Government must provide an opportunity for its citizens to provide opinions, build trust, and draft policies fairly and transparently. This needs to be done so that the Carbon Tax is not merely viewed as a fiscal instrument, but also as a form of shared commitment to a more sustainable future
DIVERSIDAD Y ESTRUCTURA DE LA VEGETACIÓN ASOCIADA AL “CAMORREAL” EN SAN PEDRO EL ALTO, OAXACA
Authors: Pérez Luis Josefa Itzel , Campos Angeles Gisela Virginia , Reyes Hernández Valentín José , Rodríguez Ortiz Gerardo , Carrillo-Rodríguez José Cruz
Published: December 2024

Las plantas medicinales representan una alternativa para mejorar la salud, por lo que muchas especies son extraídas de su hábitat natural. Los estudios ecológicos juegan un papel crucial en la comprensión y gestión de los ecosistemas, especialmente cuando se trata de la extracción de especies vegetales. Por lo anterior, el objetivo del estudio fue estimar la distribución y diversidad asociada a las plantas conocidas como “camorreal” en la localidad de San Pedro el Alto, Zimatlán, Oaxaca. El estudio se realizó durante los meses de julio y agosto del 2022, y se ubicaron lugares donde crecen las plantas de “camorreal”, donde se realizó un inventario y se registraron las condiciones ecológicas de cada sitio. Se estimaron los valores del índice de valor de importancia (IVI), diversidad alfa y se evaluó la distribución espacial, estos índices proporcionan una visión completa de la estructura, la composición y la dinámica de la comunidad vegetal. Se identificaron cinco especies a las que se les nombra de forma indistinta “camorreal” Asclepias circinalis Asclepias melantha, Iostephane trilobata, Lobelia hartwegii y Psacalium paucicapitatum. Las poblaciones naturales de estas plantas se encuentran asociadas a diferentes especies, aunque se localizan en el mismo tipo de vegetación pino-encino, las cinco especies de “camorreal” presentan una distribución agregada. La especie Iostephane trilobata, tiene abundancia superior a las demás. Uno de los sitios de estudio presenta tres especies de “camorreal” Asclepia melantha, Iostephane trilobata, y Psacalium paucicapitatum, aunque no es el sitio más diverso.
CHAYOTE: EL TESORO VERDE DE LAS ALTAS MONTAÑAS DE VERACRUZ - RAÍCES DE TRADICIÓN Y SABOR
Authors: Castillo-Martínez Susana Isabel , Romero-Jaen Martha
Published: December 2024

El chayote (Sechium edule), originario de Mesoamérica, es un cultivo fundamental en las Altas Montañas de Veracruz, México, donde tiene un profundo valor cultural, económico y ecológico. Este fruto ha sido parte de la dieta de las comunidades indígenas desde épocas prehispánicas y sigue siendo clave en la gastronomía local. Además de su valor alimenticio, el chayote es utilizado en la medicina tradicional por sus propiedades refrescantes y digestivas. Nutricionalmente, el chayote es una fuente importante de vitaminas (como la C), minerales (potasio y magnesio) y fibra, lo que lo convierte en un aliado para la salud digestiva, cardiovascular y del sistema inmunológico. Su contenido de antioxidantes, como los flavonoides, también tiene propiedades antiinflamatorias y protectoras contra enfermedades crónicas. Económicamente, el chayote es vital para muchas familias rurales de Veracruz. La comercialización del fruto, tanto fresco como procesado (en jugos y conservas), ha impulsado pequeñas agroindustrias, creando empleo y fomentando el desarrollo local. A pesar de desafíos como la corta vida útil del producto, las innovaciones en conservación y las prácticas agrícolas sostenibles ofrecen soluciones para mejorar su calidad y prolongar su frescura. Además, el chayote está promoviendo el turismo rural, con experiencias agroturísticas que conectan a los visitantes con las tradiciones agrícolas de la región. Este cultivo tiene un futuro prometedor como modelo de desarrollo sostenible y fuente de bienestar para las comunidades veracruzanas.
Indicadores de rendimiento estudiantil en el Instituto Tecnológico de Villahermosa y su efectividad en los programas académicos
Authors: Arias Rodríguez Catalina , Suárez Vidal Laura Elena , Thompson Hernández Elsy Leticia , Vergel Escamilla Manuel , Torres Magaña María Patricia
Published: December 2024

El proyecto se llevó a cabo en el Instituto Tecnológico de Villahermosa con el objetivo de identificar los indicadores que miden el rendimiento académico, personal y profesional de los estudiantes, así como las causas de la deserción escolar, en los alumnos del Instituto Tecnológico de Villahermosa.
La metodología incluyó la recolección de datos a través de formularios en línea, como Google Forms, facilitando la participación de una población total de 4,753 Para obtener resultados representativos, se aplicó un muestreo aleatorio simple, lo que garantizó que cada estudiante tuviera la misma probabilidad de ser seleccionado. Se estableció un nivel de confianza del 95% y un margen de error del 5%, lo que permitió determinar que la muestra necesaria para la encuesta era de 355 estudiantes; siendo este proyecto de carácter cuantitativo y descriptivo.
Se identificaron diversos indicadores de evaluación, como exámenes escritos, orales, proyectos y exposiciones, que permiten medir el rendimiento académico de manera integral. Además, se llevó a cabo un análisis FODA para entender mejor los factores que influyen en la deserción escolar.
Los resultados obtenidos revelaron que la diversidad de indicadores de evaluación es crucial para verificar el alcance de las calificaciones y que la falta de formatos para evaluar habilidades transversales y profesionales es un problema significativo. Asimismo, se identificaron factores como la falta de apoyo académico y personal, así como problemas económicos, que contribuyen al abandono de los estudios.
Pengaruh Kualitas Produk, Keterjangkauan Harga, Online Customer Rating Dan Digital Marketing Terhadap Minat Beli Produk Di Online Shop Shopee (Studi Kasus pada Masyarakat di Desa Bolo)
Authors: Eva Prihatiningsih  , Harries Arizonia Ismail
Published: December 2024

This study aims to examine the influence of product quality, price affordability, online customer ratings, and digital marketing on purchase intention for products on the Shopee online shopping platform. The research sample consisted of 100 Shopee users in Desa Bolo, Demak Regency, selected using the Slovin formula. Data were collected through questionnaires with a Likert scale. The findings revealed that product quality, price affordability, online customer ratings, and digital marketing positively and significantly influence purchase intention. Based on regression analysis, product quality (β = 0.504), price (β = 0.118), online customer ratings (β = 0.206), and digital marketing (β = 0.281) each significantly impact purchase intention. These findings provide insights for e-commerce companies to enhance these factors in their marketing strategies to attract consumer purchase intentions.
Revisiting cumulative harm: Reflecting on new research insights, legislative developments and coronial evidence as a road map for next steps
Authors: Bryce India
Published: December 2024

In 2018, I penned an analysis of national and international approaches to cumulative harm in a child protection context, published in Children Australia, that identified an evolution acknowledging the impact of all harm to children as detrimental. Through analysis of the available policies informing child protection in Australia, it was clear there was a shift towards a more holistic understanding of harm and the impacts of long-term maltreatment. However, a nationwide, collaborative level of consistent practice that placed cumulative harm and reoccurring maltreatment on an equal footing with episodic maltreatment, particularly in relation to notification and reporting, had not yet been achieved. This begs the question, what has occurred to address this need, this gap, and promote the acknowledgement of cumulative harm since 2018? In this paper, I revisit this important topic, reviewing recent scholarly works, legislative developments across Australian jurisdictions and evidence from a decade of coronial inquests into child deaths that provide powerful messages of guidance on responding to cumulative harm.
Ciência social e comportamental em movimento
Authors: Günther Hartmut , Neto Ingrid , Machado Caroline , Matsunaga Lucas Heiki
Published: December 2024

O presente ensaio apresenta aspectos relativos ao uso de métodos móveis para avaliar a relação pessoa-ambiente, que extrapolam a análise estática ou estrutural desta relação. Para tanto, são apresentados procedimentos que capturam a riqueza de informações relatadas pelos indivíduos enquanto passam por diferentes ambientes onde relações pessoa-ambiente ocorrem. O método móvel permite compreender o movimento que as pessoas fazem em suas atividades cotidianas, conjugando dois procedimentos: (a) a observação do comportamento e das características presentes no ambiente onde o indivíduo se comporta e (b) a entrevista acerca das percepções do(a) participante frente aos estímulos presentes no ambiente. Apontando vantagens e desvantagens, apresentamos duas tipologias de entrevistas caminhadas: (a) aquelas onde o(a) participante tem familiaridade com a área e ele(a) próprio(a) determina a rota e (b) aqueles onde o(a) entrevistador(a) tem familiaridade com a área, sendo o passeio mais estruturado e projetado para suscitar respostas a lugares ou objetos específicos e predeterminados.
Modelo preditivo do desempenho de ciclistas durante competição de rua simulada
Authors: Moraes Bruno Ryker , Silva Renato André Sousa da , Pires Flávio de Oliveira
Published: December 2024

Variáveis fisiológicas obtidas em testes do tipo abertos ou fechados são sugeridas para predizer o desempenho atlético em ciclistas. Contudo, não se sabe quais destas variáveis conseguiriam explicar melhor o desempenho no ciclismo. Este estudo analisou quais variáveis poderiam predizer o desempenho em um simulado de ciclismo (63,5km). Ciclistas (n=15) foram submetidos a diferentes testes para a obtenção das seguintes variáveis: VO2MAX, WPICO, LAn e o TLIM. Em adição, testes fechados de 20 km (TT20km) e 5 km (TT5km), foram realizados. Significantes correlações foram observadas entre o desempenho no simulado de ciclismo e a WPICO (r= -0,83; p= 0,00), o TT20km (r= 0,71; p= 0,00), e a WLAn (r= -0,63; p= 0,01). Modelos regressivos simples e múltiplos Stepwise apresentaram a WPICO e o TT20km como as variáveis a prover as melhores estimativas, com menor erro padrão de estimativa (< 3 minutos). Contudo, a WPICO foi a única variável a entrar no modelo regressivo múltiplo, explicando 68% da variância do tempo. Apesar do apelo teórico apontando maior validade ecológica nos testes fechados, foi uma variável derivada do teste aberto, a WPICO, a melhor explicar o rendimento na competição simulada.
The Effectiveness of Schema-Based Parenting Training on Parenting Stress, and Parent-Child Interaction Quality in Mothers of Children Aged 4 to 12 Years
Authors: Valipour Azadeh , Jahangir Pantea , Rezakhani Simindokht
Published: December 2024

Objective: The present study aims to determine the effectiveness of schema-based parenting training on parenting stress, and the quality of parent-child interactions among mothers of children aged 4 to 12 years.

Methods: This research is applied in nature and semi-experimental with a pre-test, post-test, and one-month follow-up design with a control group. The statistical population included mothers of children aged 4 to 12 years who visited counseling centers in District 1 of Tehran. From this population, 45 individuals were selected through convenience sampling and randomly assigned to two groups of 15 (schema-based parenting training and control group). Data were collected using the Pianta Parent-Child Interaction (1994) and the Abidin Parenting Stress Index (1984). Schema-based parenting training, which encompasses educational topics, was delivered to the mothers in 8 weekly sessions, each lasting 90 minutes. For data analysis, which involved two experimental groups and one control group across three time points, a mixed ANOVA with repeated measures was utilized, and the data were analyzed using SPSS 25 software.

Findings: The results showed that schema-based parenting training significantly affected parenting stress symptoms (F=30.383, P=0.001, η²=0.52) and the quality of parenting interactions (F=7.057, P=0.002, η²=0.201).

Conclusion: It can be concluded that schema-based parenting training effectively reduces parental stress symptoms, and the persistence of the training effect during the follow-up phase indicates the intervention's lasting impact on parental stress.
Pre-Marital Education Based on Eric Berne's Theory and Expert-Centered Pre-Marital Education on Emotional Experiences Related to Marriage
Authors: Rahmati Fahimeh , Mosavi Sayed Esmaeil , Yousefi Zahra
Published: December 2024

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of pre-marital education based on Eric Berne's theory and expert-centered pre-marital education on emotional experiences related to marriage.

Method: The research was quasi-experimental with a pre-test, post-test design, including two experimental groups and one control group. The statistical population comprised all students on the verge of marriage, and the sample included 45 students who were voluntarily selected and randomly distributed into three groups of 15. The research instrument was the Emotional Experience towards Marriage Questionnaire (Yousefi et al., 2023). While the control group was on the waiting list, the experimental groups received eight ninety-minute sessions of pre-marital education based on Eric Berne's theory and expert-centered approach. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (multivariate analysis of covariance).

Findings: The results showed that expert-centered pre-marital education did not improve positive emotional experiences; however, it improved both dimensions of emotional experiences towards marriage.

Conclusions: Based on these results, it can be concluded that pre-marital education based on Eric Berne's theory is stronger than the expert-centered method and has the potential to improve emotional experiences related to marriage.
A Sociological Study of the Phenomenon of Emotional Divorce in Tehran
Authors: Salemi Hamzeh , Kazemi Pour Sabet Shahla , Savadian Parvin
Published: December 2024

Objective: This study aims to explore the sociological factors, contextual conditions, structural factors, and social pressures contributing to emotional divorce in Tehran.

Method: The study employs a qualitative approach using a sequential exploratory design and grounded theory strategy. A purposive sample of 21 individuals, aged 25-40, with at least a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or related fields, participated in semi-structured interviews. Data were analyzed using open coding and axial coding processes to identify key structures and indices related to emotional divorce. The participants included university lecturers, teachers, housewives, and private sector employees, ensuring a diverse representation of educated individuals with relevant expertise.

Findings: The results indicate that attitudes and values, social and cultural pressure, and social changes are significant causal factors in the occurrence of emotional divorce. Key phenomena identified include changes in emotional relationships, lack of emotional behavior towards the spouse, emotional void, and compulsory living. Contextual conditions such as changes in culture, values, economic conditions, and types of social interactions were influential. Structural factors identified include policies and laws, and social roles. Social pressures, including peer pressure, family opinions, and media influence, were crucial intervening factors. An educational approach was identified as an effective strategy for preventing and managing emotional divorce.

Conclusion: Emotional divorce, while not always visible, significantly impacts individuals and society. Understanding its sociological aspects and underlying causes is essential for developing effective prevention and management strategies. Educational programs aimed at improving emotional relationships, communication skills, and stress management can mitigate the negative impacts. Policymakers can use these insights to formulate supportive policies and laws. Further research is needed to generalize findings and explore the impact of emotional divorce on children and other regions.
Effectiveness of an Integrative Educational Package Based on Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy on Alexithymia and Quality of Life in Women with Multiple Sclerosis
Authors: Rezaei Zahra , Abolghasmi Shahnam , Khalatbari Javad , Zarbakhsh Bahri Mohammad Reza
Published: December 2024

Objective: The present study aimed to design an educational package based on Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy and evaluate its effectiveness on alexithymia and quality of life in patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in Tehran.

Method: This study employed a quasi-experimental design with a control group and pre-test, post-test, and follow-up assessments. Forty women with MS, who visited the MS Association in Tehran Province from October to February 2021, were selected based on research criteria through purposive sampling and were randomly assigned to two groups (using a random number table). After random assignment, one of the groups was randomly designated as the experimental group, receiving the researcher-developed integrative treatment package, and the other as the control group (n=20). The data collection tools included a demographic information questionnaire, the Toronto Alexithymia Scale (Bagby, Taylor, & Parker, 1994), and the Multiple Sclerosis Quality of Life-54 Instrument (Ware et al., 1988). Data were collected at three stages: baseline, post-intervention, and three-month follow-up. The research hypotheses were analyzed using repeated measures ANOVA and Bonferroni post hoc tests.

Findings: The results of this study indicated that the educational package based on Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy significantly improved alexithymia (F=24.31, P<0.001) and quality of life (F=22.67, P<0.001) in women with MS.

Conclusion: It can be concluded that the educational package based on Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy is effective in improving alexithymia and quality of life in women with MS.
Comparison of the Effectiveness of the Premarital Preparation Program Based on Olson's Model and Premarital Education Using the Awareness and Choice Method on Attitudes Toward Marriage
Authors: Vafaeinezhad Fereshteh , Koraei Amin , Pasha Reza
Published: December 2024

Objective: The aim of the present study was to compare the effectiveness of the premarital preparation program based on Olson's model with premarital education using the awareness and choice method on attitudes toward marriage among university students.

Methods: The research method was quasi-experimental, employing a pre-test, post-test, and follow-up design with experimental and control groups. The statistical population included students on the verge of marriage at Dezful University of Medical Sciences. Using convenience sampling and considering inclusion and exclusion criteria, three groups of 15 individuals each were selected as the sample and responded to the study's questionnaires.

Findings: The results indicated that the impact of premarital education using the awareness and choice method on attitudes toward marriage in the post-test and follow-up phases was 46.5% and 22.2%, respectively, demonstrating the effectiveness of this intervention compared to the control group. Additionally, the impact of the premarital preparation program based on Olson's model on attitudes toward marriage in the post-test and follow-up phases was 69.7% and 57.3%, respectively, indicating the effectiveness of this intervention compared to the control group.

Conclusion: It can be concluded that premarital education and preparation programs can assist in reducing divorce rates and facilitate better partner selection among couples.
Will SpaceX Send Humans to Mars in 2028?
Authors: Donald Rapp
Published: December 2024

In recent years, SpaceX posted several glossy websites claiming they would implement a very ambitious human mission to Mars as early as 2028. This is an innovative mission concept using several 100 MT “Starships” to transport multiple 100 MT payloads to the Mars surface and return the crew directly to Earth without a rendezvous. Although many details are not available, it has been revealed that it would utilize 1,200 MT of CH4 and O2 propellants in LEO, and an additional 1,200 MT of ISRU-generated CH4 + O2 propellants on Mars for the return flight. The landed crew would number 12. It would land about six Starships on Mars, requiring about 72 heavy lift launches to fuel the vehicles in LEO. The challenges include landing a 200 MT loaded Starship on Mars, a massive water-based ISRU system to provide propellants on Mars, and launching many vehicles within a launch window. While reducing mass was a central theme years ago, launch costs have decreased sharply, and reducing mass is no longer a priority. The SpaceX mission maximizes mass to reduce risk and maximize accomplishments. In this study, an attempt was made to determine whether mass allocations for such a mission are feasible. The results suggest that it might be theoretically possible for SpaceX to carry out a variety of such missions. However, the SpaceX mission faces herculean challenges and probably is at least three decades away. Nevertheless, the general approach is probably more relevant today than the NASA architectures generated so far. The claim of landing humans on Mars in 2028 seems overly ambitious.
Diagnostic Accuracy of Alpha Fetoprotein in Diagnosis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Authors: Rasheed Khurram
Published: December 2024

Objective:Tolookfortheassociationofraisedalphafetoprotein(AFP)withdiagnosisofhepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and factors associated with raised levels in patients managed for space occupying lesion of the liver.Methodology: Aprospective cross-sectional study was conducted over a period of nine months after ethical approval from July 2021 to April 2022.Using non probability convenient sampling technique 470 patients managed for space occupying lesion of the liver (SOL) at medicine and GI department Pak Emirates Military Hospital Rawalpindi (PEMH, RWP) and Oncology Department Combined Military Hospital Rawalpindi (CMH, RWP) were included in the study. Routine investigations including AFPand liver biopsy were performed on these patients. Association of presence of HCC on biopsy and other sociodemographic factors was assessed with raised AFPlevels among the study participants.Results: The gender distribution of patients showed that 318 (67.6%) were male while 152 (32.4%) were female. From patients who were evaluated for SOLof liver 341 (72.6%) patients were having HCC while 129 (27.4%) were negative for the findings of malignancy.353 (75.2%) patients had raised AFPlevels while 117 (24.8%) had levels within range. Presence of HCC on biopsy and viral origin of disease were statistically associated with raised AFPlevels (p value<0.001).Conclusion: AFPwas raised in most of the individuals managed for space occupying lesion of liver. Patients having HCC and viral origin of liver disease had significantly higher levels of AFPas compared to benign and non-viral origin lesions
STAKEHOLDER PRESSURE MODERATES INDUSTRY TYPE AND EDUCATION BACKGROUND OF THE BOARD ON SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING
Authors: Widya Ningsih  , Nofryanti  , Iin Rosini
Published: December 2024

The purpose this research is to obtain empirical evidence regarding Stakeholder Pressure Moderating Industry Type and Educational Background of the Board on Sustainability Reporting. This research used a purposive sampling method in determining the sample with 33 companies as samples and a 5 year observation period from 2018 to 2022 so that 165 observation data were obtained. Research data was obtained through the official website of the Indonesian stock exchange and the websites of each company. Data analysis used E-Views 10 with Common Effect Model panel data regression analysis. The results of the research show that Industry Type has a negative effect on Sustainability Reporting, Educational Background of the Board has no effect on Sustainability Reporting, Stakeholder Pressure moderates the relationship between Industry Type and Sustainability Reporting, and Stakeholder Pressure moderate the relationship between Educational Background of The Board and Sustainability Reporting.
A Hybrid of Direct Computational and Homotopy Analysis Methods for Solving Volterra-Fredholm Integro-Differential Equations
Authors: SURAJO LAWAN BICHI  , ABUBAKAR SADIQ AHMAD
Published: December 2024

This research considered the problem of Volterra-Fredholm integro-differential equations. A method of Direct computation and Homotopy analysis for solving Volterra-Fredholm integro-differential equations (DHAMVFIDE) was proposed. Convergence analysis to the exact solution of the proposed method was estabished. Examples were solved and comparisons were made with some existing methods to get the efficiency of the proposed method.
Sim-Boxing Fraud Detection System Using Artificial Neural Network
Authors: Thaddeus Bello M. , Muhammad Murtala , Malgwi Yusuf M. , Teman Martin Emmanuel
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACT
Telecommunication fraud is when con artists use pretense to obtain discounted or complimentary services. Globally, prevalent telecommunication fraud results in significant yearly revenue losses for telecom firms. The SIM-box bypass fraud is one tactic scammers use to deceive telecom operators. Installing numerous prepaid SIM cards in a SIM box is known as SIM-box fraud. This makes it possible for fraudsters to place international calls using local phone numbers in the destination countries and receive calls over VoIP (the Internet). By starting the call using the local SIM that is inserted in the SIM box, it appears to be local. This study created a model that employed Artificial Neural Network (ANN) model to more accurately and efficiently identify fraudulent customers; diverted SIM-Box calls using Customer Detail Record (CDR) data. A framework using multi-layer perceptrons, a class of ANN, to identify patterns indicative of SIM-box operations by analysing Call Detail records (CDRs) was developed. The model was trained using 500 iterations on a dataset comprising labelled records of both legitimate and fraudulent calls, using features such as call duration, frequency of calls, timestamp patterns, and originating and terminating number characteristics. The range of prediction accuracy obtained from the developed artificial neural network models was 56.8% to 62.3%. The top model, consisting of five layers, yielded 62.3%. These layers consist of an input layer with neurons, five, nine, and eighteen hidden levels, and one output layer with a single neuron that stands for fraud. It is recommended that the dataset be expanded to include a wider range of SIM-box fraud scenarios from various geographic locations and over different periods. This would improve the model’s robustness and adaptability to changing fraud techniques.
An Assessment of Statistical Power for Analysis of Variance with Missing Data using Multiple Imputation
Authors: Alade Aladespeter47@gmail.com , Okolo Abraham , Akinrefon Supo , Dike John
Published: December 2024

This study proposes a framework for statistical power assessment in the analysis of variance (ANOVA) models with missing data handled through multiple imputation. While existing literature has examined the power for t-tests with missing data, extending these techniques to ANOVA designs with multiple group means remains an open challenge. The methodology involves incorporating the variance component into an existing power model derived for a pairwise test, enabling explicit power estimation for two-factor, three-factor, and split-plot ANOVA designs with incomplete data. Empirical evaluations across varying effect sizes, missing data rates (8%, 16%, 40%), and numbers of imputations (20, 30, 40, 100) were conducted for both monotone and arbitrary patterns of missing data. The findings reveal that while power remains high at low missing data rates, it declines substantially with increasing missingness, particularly for higher proportions of missing data. Furthermore, arbitrary patterns of missing data exhibit slightly lower power compared to monotone patterns. The number of required imputations to achieve desired power levels depends on the missing data rate, with more imputations needed for higher proportions of missing data. This study provides a framework for power analysis in ANOVA models with missing data, addressing the critical need for reliable guidance in designing studies with incomplete data
Las máscaras verdes de la desposesión
Authors: D’Amico María Paula
Published: December 2024

En este artículo analizo el proceso de definición del área natural protegida y sitio Ramsar laguna de Llancanelo (Mendoza) como una expresión contemporánea de la acumulación por desposesión. Me interesa poner en discusión la idea de que el despojo asume siempre formas de violencia directa, explícitas y coercitivas. La primera parte del escrito retoma los puntos más destacados de los debates teóricos sobre la persistencia de la acumulación originaria, y recupera la propuesta de autores marxistas contemporáneos que discuten su estricta correspondencia al momento fundacional del capitalismo. Luego, con el propósito de ubicar el caso de análisis en un contexto más amplio, se presenta la conformación territorial de la provincia de Mendoza, del departamento de Malargüe y de Llancanelo, en relación a la explotación petrolera y a la conservación. Finalmente, se aborda en detalle el proceso de definición del área protegida como punto de inflexión de un conflicto de más amplio alcance, destacando el rol de los actores sociales involucrados y los criterios que se impusieron al momento de definirla. Se concluye que la desposesión fue enmascarada porque (i) la conservación de la biodiversidad forma parte de las demandas socioambientales de la época, por lo que suele asumir altos niveles de aceptación social y, en este sentido, la existencia del área protegida no fue cuestionada; (ii) las negociaciones que establecieron los límites del área de conservación se encauzaron en espacios colectivos, en los cuales participaron actores sociales con desiguales dotaciones de poder; y (iii) el área protegida se amplió a la vez que se habilitaron los proyectos petroleros en la zona.