bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
تأثير الية التعلم التعاوني للتعلم النشط في تعلم بعض المسكات بالمصارعة الحرة للطلاب
Authors: Asst. Prof. Dr. Jalal Abdul Zahra Kanaan
Published: September 2024

تتجلى أهمية البحث لرفع التعليم وبصورة نشطة وتعاونية لأداء أنواع المسكات بالمصارعة للطلاب وبذلك ننجح في اخراج درس ملائم للتعلم وفعال والارتقاء بمستوى الطلاب لتعلم تلك المسكات وتتطلب بعض الالعاب الرياضية صعبة الممارسة الى مستوى تعليمي مناسب واسلوب تدريسي يعمل على الارتقاء ببعض المهارات والحركات الصعبة مثل لعبة المصارعة التي تعتمد على الاداء لبعض المسكات ذات الصعوبة وتحتاج الى تعليم نشط يرفع من مستوى التعلم الصحيح.  ويهدف البحث الى التعرف على تأثير الية التعلم التعاوني للتعلم النشط في تعلم بعض المسكات بالمصارعة الحرة للطلاب. واستنتج الباحث ان الية التعلم التعاوني للتعلم النشط مهمة ولها اسلوب تدريسي ناجح في تعلم بعض المسكات بالمصارعة الحرة للطلاب. ويوصي الباحث باعتماد الية التعلم التعاوني للتعلم النشط لأنها مهمة ولها اسلوب تدريسي ناجح في تعلم بعض المسكات بالمصارعة الحرة للطلاب.
تأثير استراتيجية الاستقصاء العادل في أداء مهارتي قفزة اليدين الأمامية والعربية على بساط الحركات الأرضية في الجمناستك
Authors: Lec. Dr.Shenyar Burhan Nemat
Published: September 2024

هدف البحث الى التعرف على تأثير استراتيجية الاستقصاء العادل في أداء مهارتي قفزة اليدين الأمامية ومهارة القفزة العربية لدى طلاب المرحلة الثالثة بكلية التربية البدنية وعلوم الرياضة–خانقين/جامعة كرميان. واستخدمت الباحثة المنهج التجريبي ذو الاختبارين القبلي والبعدي لملائمته لطبيعة ومشكلة البحث , وتكون مجتمع البحث من طلاب المرحلة الثالثة في كلية التربية البدنية وعلوم الرياضة-خانقين بجامعة كرميان لسنة الدراسية (2023 – 2024) والبالغ عددهم (14)، وقامت الباحثة باختيار عينة البحث بالطريقة العمدية وقد تكونت من (12) طالب وتشكل نسبة (85%) من مجتمع البحث , وتم تقسيم العينة الى مجموعتين تجريبية وضابطة عن طريق القرعة و(6) طالب لكل مجموعة، وتم استبعاد (2) طالب لغرض التجربة الاستطلاعية، حيث أن المجموعة التجريبية تم تعليمهم وفق البرنامج التعليمي الذي اعد من قبل الباحثة وهو (استراتيجية الاستقصاء العادل) والمجموعة الضابطة تم تعليميهم وفق أسلوب المتبع من قبل مدرس المادة، بعد تطبيق البرنامج التعليمي تم استخراج الوسائل الاحصائية للبحث عن طريق برنامج(spss).
Increasing Cropping Intensity, Productivity and Profitability Through Improved Cropping Pattern Against Farmers’ Existing Cropping Pattern at Madhupur, Tangail
Authors: Khan M A H , Rahman M M , Tasmima T , Begum F
Published: September 2024

An on-farm trial was conducted at the farmers’ field of Madhupur under On-Farm Research Division, Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute, Tangail during 2021-22 and 2022-23 to develop improved cropping pattern mustard (var. BARI Sarisha-18)-T. Aus (var. BRRI dhan48)-T. Aman (var. BRRI dhan87) and to compare its productivity and profitability against farmers existing cropping pattern Fallow-Boro (var. BRRI dhan29)-T. Aman (var. BRRI dhan49) by inclusion of mustard (var. BARI Sarisha-18)-T. Aus (var. BRRI dhan48) and T. Aman (var. BRRI dhan87) with improved management practices. The experiment was laid out in a randomized complete block design with six dispersed replications. Two cropping patterns viz., improved cropping pattern (Mustard-T. Aus-T. Aman) and farmers’ existing cropping pattern (Fallow-Boro-T. Aman) were the treatment variables of the experiment. The unit plot size was 1000-1200 m2. The result of the study showed that three crops could be grown successfully in sequence in the tested site. Mean rice equivalent yield of improved cropping pattern was 16.95 t ha−1 which was 54 % higher over existing cropping pattern (11.01 t ha−1). Besides, land utilization index, harvest index and profitability of improved cropping pattern was higher than farmers’ existing cropping pattern. The mean gross return (Tk. 523830 ha−1) and gross margin (Tk. 334281 ha−1) were higher in improved cropping pattern compared to farmers’ existing cropping pattern with only 21% extra cost. The marginal benefit cost ratio (4.44) was also indicated by the superiority of the improved cropping pattern over the farmers’ existing cropping pattern.
Bangladesh Agron. J. 2024, 26(2): 49-55
Ultrasonographic estimation of kidney size in adult Bangladeshi population without known renal disease: a preliminary report
Authors: Saha Shudhanshu Kumar , Habib Samira Humaira , Behnom Ishtiaque Mohammad , Rahman Md Towhidur , Islam Rafi Nazrul , Samad Tabassum , Islam Md Jubaidul , Rahim Muhammad Abdur , Haque Wasim Md Mohosin Ul
Published: September 2024

Background: The kidney size of a patient is a valuable diagnostic parameter in clinical practice. Renal size varies with age, gender, body mass index (BMI), pregnancy, race and co-morbid conditions like diabetes mellitus (DM) and hypertension (HTN). Measurements of renal dimensions can be carried out by using different modern techniques like ultrasonography (USG), computed tomography (CT) scan and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Out of these modalities USG is choice because of its simplicity, inexpensive, easily available, non-invasive and easy reproducibility. There is no established nomogram for renal size in the Bangladeshi population. Aim of the study was to determine the ultrasonographic renal size in adult Bangladeshi population with no known renal disease and to correlate renal size with age, gender and BMI. In addition, we assess whether hypertension and diabetes mellitus affect renal size. Methods: This cross-sectional study was done in BIRDEM General Hospital and included 55 patients with age >18 years over 6 month period. Study population were not known to have renal disease documented by urine routine microscopy, spot urine for albumin creatinine ratio (ACR), serum creatinine and USG. Their body weight, height and BMI were calculated along with duration of DM and HTN. Analysis was done for differences due to age, gender and laterality. The correlation of renal dimensions with anthropometric parameters were also done. Results: A total of 55 patients were analyzed. There were 19 (34.5%) male and 36 (65.5%) female. The mean age was 46±.10 years. There mean weight, height and BMI were 61 ± 11 kg, 1.54±.069 meter, 25.7 ± 4.8 kg/m2 respectively. In total population 34.5% (19) were diabetic and 32.5% (18) were hypertensive. The means of length, width and parenchymal thickness (PT) of right kidneys (RK) were 10.1 ± 0.87, 4.2 ± 0.67 and 1.4± 0.32 cm respectively. The means of length, width and PT of left kidneys (LK) were 10.3 ± 0.89, 4.5 ± 0.49 and 1.5 ± 0.32 cm respectively. Measurements were significantly higher in LK than those of RK respectively (p=.003, p<.001 and p=.041). There were significant differences in kidney length and PT between sex and age. There were also significant differences in kidney length and PT between subjects of higher BMI, long duration of DM and HTN. The correlation between renal length and weight showed a positive correlation (r = 0.16, p < 0.023). Conclusion: The variation of parameters of both kidneys varies on gender, age, obesity, comorbidity like DM & HTN and with their duration. Length of both kidneys depends on body weight. Further study needed with large samples.
BIRDEM Med J 2024; 14(3): 151-157
Biến đổi khí hậu, quản trị công và bất bình đẳng thu nhập ở Việt Nam: Bằng chứng thực nghiệm cấp tỉnh từ mô hình ARDL
Authors: Huỳnh Công Minh , Hoàng Hồng Hiệp
Published: September 2024

Bài báo nghiên cứu tác động của biến đổi khí hậu và quản trị công đối với bất bình đẳng thu nhập tại 63 tỉnh thành của Việt Nam trong giai đoạn 2006-2021 thông qua mô hình phân phối trễ tự hồi quy (Autoregressive Distributed Lag, ARDL). Kết quả nghiên cứu cho thấy biến đổi khí hậu làm tăng bất bình đẳng thu nhập, trong khi quản trị công làm giảm bất bình đẳng thu nhập tại Việt Nam trong cả ngắn hạn và dài hạn. Cụ thể, tác động của biến đổi khí hậu đến bất bình đẳng thu nhập trong ngắn hạn mạnh hơn so với trong dài hạn. Ngược lại, ảnh hưởng của quản trị công trong việc cải thiện tình trạng bất bình đẳng thu nhập về lâu dài có ý nghĩa hơn so với ngắn hạn. Đặc biệt, quản trị công tốt có thể làm giảm tác động bất lợi của biến đổi khí hậu lên phân phối thu nhập.
Improving SMEs Business Productivity with Microsoft Excel Training in the Big Data Era
Authors: Yuningsih Yuningsih , Andriani Lis , Firdaus Luthfi , Nugroho Dwi , Putra Pradipta Rafi
Published: September 2024

The business complexity requires business actors to have special skills in managing and analyzing data in Big Data. This community service aims to provide in-depth training on the use of Microsoft Excel as a platform for managing and analyzing data. The ability to manage and analyze data will greatly affect business productivity in facing the challenges and opportunities that exist in the Big Data era. Participants will be equipped with knowledge and practical skills in utilizing various relevant Excel features, including pivot tables, vlookup, if, and sophisticated data analysis techniques. This training uses a mentoring approach through several processes: preparation, implementation, mentoring and evaluation, and post training mentoring. The results reveal significant effects: awareness of technology to increase SMEs productivity is built; the competence of SMEs actors in using Microsoft Excel increases; and SMEs actors are able to increase efficiency and effectiveness in managing, processing, and analyzing data so that they can optimize the decision-making process more effectively and accurately. However, in-depth material is still needed, so further training is needed to deepen the knowledge and skills of SMEs actors. This is important for SMEs to respond to the challenges in the increasingly complex global market.
Effect of pesticide exposure on stunting incidence: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Soleman Sani Rachman , Jeem Yaltafit Abror , Faruqi Muhammad Fathi Banna Al , Kasyiva Mahdea , Widyasari Vita , Kuswati Kuswati , Djunet Nur Aini , Rizkawati Muflihah , Handayani Ety Sari
Published: September 2024

As an endocrine disruptor chemical, pesticide exposure may affect the regulation of growth hormones such as insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1). A few current studies to date have noted that long-term pesticide exposure disrupted IGF-1, a potential risk of stunting in children. This study aims to evaluate studies to date of the effect of pesticide exposure on stunting incidence. This systematic review and meta-analysis adhered to the PRISMA (Pre-ferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis) guidelines. The PubMed and EBSCO databases were searched for relevant articles without publication restrictions. This review aimed to include reviews, randomized controlled trials (RCT), and cohort, case-control, and cross-sectional studies, which provide actual exposure types of pesticides with stunting measurement by height-age z score. A screening, extraction, and synthesis were conducted, leading to a consensus for reaching mutual agreement. The analysis was performed using Microsoft Excel 2017 for the screening and extraction, Revman version 5.4 software for the meta-analysis, and OpenMEE software for the meta-regression. Of the 13 studies subjected to the qualitative analysis, 6 were eligible for inclusion in the meta-analysis: 2 reviews, 2 RCTs, 2 cohorts, 2 case-control, and 5 cross-sectional studies. Exposure to organophosphate and pyrethroid pesticides was not associated with stunting (P=0.78; odds ratio [OR], 1.11; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.65–1.88). Heterogeneity existed for 79% of the meta-analysis (P≤0.000; z=-5.37; 95% CI, -0.034 to -0.016), and the meta-regression identified age as the causative covariate. Pesticide exposure, regardless of type, is not associated with stunting in children.
Energy drink consumption among Korean adolescents: prevalence and associated factors
Authors: Shim Jee-Seon , Lee Jeong Mi
Published: September 2024

Background: Energy drinks are gaining popularity among young people worldwide. However, little is known about their consumption among Korean adolescents.Purpose: To examine the prevalence and factors associated with energy drink consumption among Korean adolescents.Methods: This study used data from the Korea Youth Risk Behavior Surveys conducted in 2014–2017 and in 2019. A total of 325,210 participants aged 12–18 years were included. The prevalence of energy drink consumption (with 95% confidence intervals) was estimated. Multivariable logistic regression analyses examined the association between energy drink consumption and sociodemographic and individual factors.Results: The prevalence of consuming energy drinks 3 or more times during the previous 7 days increased significantly from 3.2% in 2014 to 12.2% in 2019 (P for trend<0.001). This increasing trend was observed in all subgroups regardless of sex, school grade, region of residence, subjective economic status, family cohabitation status, and academic achievement. Data from the 2014–2017 and 2019 surveys revealed that boys, high schoolers, city-dwelling adolescents, adolescents with low economic status, those not living with their families, and those with low academic achievement were more likely to consume energy drinks. However, the relationship between energy drink consumption and the associated factors differed by survey year and school grade. In 2019, higher energy drink consumption among middle schoolers was associated with sex (male), low economic status, not living with family, and low academic achievement; however, higher energy drink consumption among high schoolers was associated with city-dwelling, high economic status, not living with family, and high academic achievement.Conclusion: Energy drink consumption is common, has recently increased among Korean adolescents, and varies according to sociodemographic and individual factors. Further research to monitor the energy drink consumption of adolescents and understand their attitudes toward and factors influencing energy drink consumption is needed to develop policies and educational strategies for energy drink consumption.
Standardization of the Denver Developmental Screening Test on Seoul Children.
Authors: Lee Kun
Published: September 2024

Total 2140 Seoul children, aged from 2 weeks to 6 years 4 months were evaluated with DenverDevelopmental Screening Test and the results were compared with those of Denver and Tokyochildren. Seoul children were found to be advanced in all 4 sectors of DDST, e.g. personal, social, finemotor, adaptvie, language and gross motor than Denver or Tokyo counterparts.Korean youngsters fast development can be attributed to parents* close attention to their develop-ment and early exposure to educational material but genetic difference cannot be denied for theirpossible role in developmental process. Since the job distribution of samples’ fathers are notsignificanitly different from that of Seoul population, the result of this research can be used forstandardized Korean DDST.Korean DD§T is presented.
Knidos Liman Caddesi Kompleksi Cam Buluntuları
Authors: Tozluca Derviş Ozan
Published: September 2024

Knidos’un anakara bölümünde yer alan “Liman Caddesi Kompleksi” olasılıkla MÖ 4. yüzyıl ortaları ve sonrasında düzenlenmiştir. Kuzey – güney yönlü inşa edilmiş Liman Caddesi’nin hemen doğusunda caddeye bitişik olarak düzenlenmiş komplekse ait yedi mekân 2016-2019 yılları arasında sürdürülen kazı çalışmaları sonucu gün yüzüne çıkartılmıştır. Arkeolojik veriler kompleksin MÖ 4. yüzyıldan MS 7. yüzyıl ortalarına kadar kullanıldığını göstermektedir. Bu çalışmada Liman Caddesi Kompleksi’nde gün yüzüne çıkartılan cam buluntuları ele alınacaktır. Liman Caddesi Kompleksi’nde bulunan cam buluntuları kâse ve tabaklar, kadeh/bardak/beher, şişe-sürahiler ve kandillerden oluşmaktadır. Değerlendirilen parçaların içerisinde; MS 4-6. yüzyıl dönem özelliklerini yansıtan tipik içi boşluklu katlamalı kenarlı, tüp biçimli ağız kenarlı, dışa çekik ağız kenarlı, cam bantlı ağız kenarlı kâse ve tabaklar, konik-huni formlu şişeler, çan-konik ve U formlu bardak/beher/kadeh formlarının yanında, masif kandil kaideleri ve kulplar gibi Geç Roma Dönemi cam geleneğinin devamı niteliğindeki formlardan oluşmaktadır. Knidos Liman Caddesi Kompleksi cam kapları köken olarak Suriye-Filistin ve Kıbrıs örneklerinin yanı sıra Doğu Akdeniz’in iyi tanınan tipik formları arasında yerini almaktadır. Bununla birlikte MS 4.-6. yüzyılın karakteristik Karia, Likya kentlerindeki birebir, daha az sayıdaki İonia kentlerindeki örneklerle bağdaşmaktadır. Geç Antik Dönem konteksti oluşturan mekanların mimarisi, seramik, sikke ve diğer buluntular ile değerlendirildiğinde cam buluntuları MS 4.-7. yüzyıllara tarihlendirilmiştir.
DEVELOPMENT OF FIELD WORK PRACTICE MANAGEMENT IN INFORMATICS INTEGRATED SERVICE SYSTEM
Authors: Astuti Indah Fitri , Hendi Hendi , Cahyadi Dedy , Kridalaksana Awang Harsa
Published: September 2024

Field work practice is crucial for aligning college education with workplace skills, but manual management poses challenges such as time-consuming processes and limited information access, particularly within the Informatics Program at Mulawarman University. This research explores integrating field work practice with mobile technology through Rapid Application Development, resulting in a comprehensive field work practice management mobile app. Data collected from direct observation and student questionnaires inform the app's development. The app covers various field work practice aspects, facilitating efficient student engagement, and Black Box testing confirms its functionality without errors. This research significantly contributes to field work practice management, offering stakeholders an efficient, transparent, and well-integrated solution for field work practice implementation in academic settings, ultimately aiming to enhance convenience and accelerate the field work practice process for all involved parties.
Training satisfaction and future employment consideration among physician and nursing trainees at rural Veterans Affairs facilities in the United States during COVID-19: a time-series before and after study
Authors: Northcraft Heather , Radcliff Tiffany , Griffin Anne Reid , Bai Jia , Dobalian Aram
Published: September 2024

Purpose: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic limited healthcare professional education and training opportunities in rural communities. Because the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has robust programs to train clinicians in the United States, this study examined VA trainee perspectives regarding pandemic-related training in rural and urban areas and interest in future employment with the VA.Methods: Survey responses were collected nationally from VA physicians and nursing trainees before and after COVID-19 (2018 to 2021). Logistic regression models were used to test the association between pandemic timing (pre-pandemic or pandemic), trainee program (physician or nurse), and the interaction of trainee pandemic timing and program on VA trainee satisfaction and trainee likelihood to consider future VA employment in rural and urban areas.Results: While physician trainees at urban facilities reported decreases in overall training satisfaction and corresponding decreases in the likelihood of considering future VA employment from pre-pandemic to pandemic, rural physician trainees showed no changes in either outcome. In contrast, while nursing trainees at both urban and rural sites had decreases in training satisfaction associated with the pandemic, there was no corresponding effect on the likelihood of future employment by nurses at either urban or rural VA sites.Conclusion: The study’s findings suggest differences in the training experiences of physicians and nurses at rural sites, as well as between physician trainees at urban and rural sites. Understanding these nuances can inform the development of targeted approaches to address the ongoing provider shortages that rural communities in the United States are facing.
I’m writing in Tunisian: Orthography and identity in written Tunisian Arabic
Authors: McNeil Karen
Published: September 2024

In recent years the amount of written vernacular Arabic has increased dramatically. But encoding an unstandardized language in writing is not straightforward and mechanical; rather, it is a complex process that balances practical considerations with ideological stances such as autonomy from the standard language. This study examines how writers of Tunisian Arabic (or derja) are navigating this elaboration process. Using a quantitative analysis of a 279,000-word corpus of print literary works written in Tunisian Arabic (2014–2021) and a 5.8-million-word corpus of internet forum posts (2010–2021), this paper explores how Tunisians writing in derja make orthographic choices to collectively position themselves in relation to the larger Arab world. The study finds that forum writers who have advocated for an improved status for Tunisian Arabic use more phonemic spelling forms—more closely representing Tunisian pronunciation—while those who have advocated for Standard Arabic are more conservative in their spelling choices. The authors of Tunisian Arabic novels and translations—pulled between issues of elaboration and readability—are a bit more conservative than the pro- derja group. These results show how writers in unstandardized or not-yet-standardized languages like Tunisian Arabic use orthography to express national identity stances in relation to supranational languages and identities.
Supralocalization of linguistic innovations in Egypt: Evidence from Minya Arabic
Authors: Sadiq Saudi
Published: September 2024

Supralocalization in Egypt is facilitated by factors like higher education, urbanization, and domestic migration. The most notable supralocal features in Egypt are those associated with Cairo Arabic, which holds a prominent status throughout the country. One of these distinctive features is the [ɡ] variant of (dʒ), known as “jīm” in Arabic. This study reports results from an investigation into the diffusion of [ɡ] within Minya Governorate, situated approximately 200 kilometers to the south of Cairo and extending for about 130 kilometers along the Nile River, where [dʒ] is the predominant variant. Data collection involved interviews with 62 participants, selected based on gender, age, education, and place of residence, along with a survey completed by 61 participants. The linguistic factors under examination included style and the sounds preceding and following the target variant of (dʒ). Results indicate substantial diffusion of [ɡ] in Minya, particularly among highly educated urbanites and rural migrants, especially in careful style. The study also discusses the implications of these results as related to identity projection among Minya Arabic speakers.
Patterns of Spatial Distribution of Migration and Poverty in Mexican Municipalities: A Bayesian Spatial Analysis
Authors: Núñez Medina Gerardo
Published: September 2024

Se utilizaron dos modelos gaussianos latentes para medir los efectos de la pobreza sobre la distribución espacial de las tasas de migración municipal durante el período 2015-2020. Para ello, se estimó el saldo migratorio neto a partir de la diferencia entre el número de inmigrantes y emigrantes en áreas geográficas pequeñas, con el objetivo de comprobar la hipótesis de que las personas en situación de pobreza permanecen inmóviles. El saldo migratorio en municipios pobres es significativamente menor al observado en municipios no pobres. Los resultados muestran que un aumento de un punto porcentual en la pobreza municipal incrementaría 1.3 puntos la tasa de migración municipal, sugiriendo que municipios de zonas metropolitanas como la Ciudad de México, Monterrey o Guadalajara, cuyo acceso al empleo y/o a la vivienda es mayor, tienen tasas de inmigración más altas que el promedio nacional.
ANALYSIS OF THE RUSSIAN ACCOUNTING LABOR MARKET FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF THE THEORY OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINISM
Authors:   Kuban State University, Krasnodar, Russian Federation, AKSENTEV A.A. ,   Perspektiva LLC, Russian Federation
Published: September 2024

The aim of the paper is to show the failure of the institutional environment of the accounting system in Russia. For this purpose, we analyze the accounting labor market, where the existing disproportions are a symptom of the problem. The research is based on the theory of environmental determinism, which requires to consider the accounting system in the context of factors (institutions) that form it. This approach allowed us to identify a number of problems, among which the key ones are the following: the obsolescence of the profession due to the fact that young specialists no longer enter the labor market; entry barriers work inadequately; low wages are one of the reasons for the development of shadow economy in the country, etc. The study is based on the theory of ecological determinism. With the help of traditional statistical analysis and standard techniques of econometric analysis, two samples (on the example of Moscow) characterizing the «supply» (applicants) of accounting workforce and «demand» (vacancies) for it were studied. The analysis showed: 1) for job seekers: key factors (work experience, age, education, availability of certificates) do not explain the amount of wages they claim; 2) for vacancies: the «minimum» amount of wages (the left boundary of the price interval) is primarily influenced by the applicant's education and competencies, while the «maximum» amount of wages (the right boundary of the price interval) is explained to a greater extent by the applicant's competencies, and work experience may not matter. Work experience may indeed be irrelevant, as the labor market is 90% female accountants with more than six years of work experience, thus employers emphasize the competencies of job seekers. The paper confirms that the remuneration of accountants is extremely underpaid across the country, including in relation to the 'business and administration' group. A gender pay gap is also found, but due to the fact that the profession is predominantly represented by women, a conclusion is made about the industry specificity of the analyzed sphere of activity. It is argued that Russia in the foreseeable future will face a similar problem to that of the US in terms of the shortage of accountants. Future research should continue to analyze the institutional environment of the accounting system in Russia from the perspective of other factors (education, attestation, government regulation, etc.), and only as this is done will it be possible to develop a plan to address the existing imbalances.
FAKTOR TURNOVER INTENTION KARYAWAN PADA ORGANISASI BISNIS
Authors: Rosmadi Maskarto Lucky Nara
Published: September 2024

Abstract: This study aims to determine and analyze the factors that cause turnover intention in business organizations. Lack of attention from management to employees become one of the causes. The research method used is qualitative research method with descriptive method of analysis, meaning the data obtained describes or explains in such a way which is then analyzed while the data collection technique consists of primary data obtained from key informants, informants, and secondary data (bibliography) . From the results of research conducted obtained data, that the turnover intention caused by several factors such as career development is not clear and the absence of awards from management. Therefore, the leadership role of business organization to human resources (employees) should be improved for the quality and quality of football production of PT. Sinjaraga Santika Sport is more awake and has strategic value with similar competitors.Key Words: Turnover Intention, Career Development, RewardAbstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis faktor-faktor yang menyebabkan terjadi turnover intention pada organisasi bisnis. Kurangnya perhatian dari manajemen terhadap karyawan menjadi salah satu faktor penyebabnya. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan jenis pendekatan deskriptif analisis, maksudnya data yang diperoleh menggambarkan atau menjelaskan sedemikian rupa yang kemudian dilakukan penganalisaan sedangkan teknik pengumpulan data terdiri dari data primer yang diperoleh dari informan kunci, informan, dan data sekunder (kepustakaan). Dari hasil penelitian yang dilakukan diperoleh data, bahwa terjadinya turnover intention diakibatkan oleh beberapa faktor diantaranya pengembangan karir yang tidak jelas serta tidak adanya penghargaan dari manajemen. Oleh karena itu peran pimpinan organisasi bisnis terhadap sumber daya manusia (karyawan) harus lebih ditingkatkan agar kualitas maupun kualitas produksi bola sepak PT. Sinjaraga Santika Sport lebih terjaga dan memiliki nilai strategis dengan perusahaan pesaing sejenis.Kata kunci: Keinginan berpindah, Pengembangan karir, Penghargaan
Status and Strategy in Russian Nuclear Policymaking
Authors: Warren Spenser
Published: September 2024

Prestige and strategic goals play a role in Russian nuclear policy. This paper seeks to understand when prestige or strategy is more important. I argue that Russia prioritizes strategic concerns when the strategic environment is more dangerous and prestige when it is safer. A leader's personality also plays an important role, with the influence of prestige increasing when leaders place a significant emphasis on status competition. Finally, I argue that strategic concerns play a greater role than prestige in nuclear policy when conditions favor each, but that prestige concerns can play a role in selecting competing policy options when multiple could address Russian security concerns. While this paper focuses on the nuclear politics of Russia and the Soviet Union, it can provide lessons that apply to a broader range of cases. Note: Future iterations will focus on nuclear modernization and force structure more broadly instead of just Russia
Optimizing Plant Growth in Microgravity: A Biostimulant Growth Medium for Agriculture in Deep Space Environments
Authors: Katiyar Rishit
Published: September 2024

Long-duration space missions require sustainable systems for plant cultivation to ensure a continuous supply of food, oxygen, and waste recycling. This study presents the development of a novel liquid biostimulant growth medium tailored for optimizing plant growth in microgravity conditions, characteristic of deep space environments. The growth medium integrates a balanced mixture of macro- and micronutrients, growth-promoting hormones, and bioactive compounds, all of which are designed to address the unique challenges associated with nutrient uptake and physiological stress in microgravity. Key ingredients include essential elements such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and magnesium, as well as trace elements, natural plant growth regulators, and organic acids. These components work synergistically to enhance nutrient absorption and promote robust plant development. The biostimulant medium has been optimized through rigorous testing under simulated space conditions, demonstrating its potential to improve plant height, biomass, root length, and stress resilience. The findings suggest that this biostimulant medium could play a significant role in supporting sustainable agricultural practices for long-term human missions in space, contributing to the feasibility and success of deep space exploration. This research represents a critical advancement in space agriculture, offering valuable insights into plant biology in extreme environments and paving the way for future studies and applications.
Rapid genome-wide profiling of DNA methylation and genetic variation using guide positioning sequencing (GPS)
Authors: Zhang Baolong , Li Wei , Li Jin , Li Yan , Luo Huaibing , Xi Yanping , Dong Shihua , Wu Feizhen , Yu Wenqiang
Published: September 2024

Whole-genome bisulfite sequencing (WGBS) has been extensively utilized for DNA methylation profiling over the past decade. However, it has shown limitations in terms of high costs and inefficiencies. The productivity and accuracy of DNA methylation detection rely critically on the optimization of methodologies and the continuous refinements of related sequencing platforms. Here, we describe a detailed protocol of guide positioning sequencing (GPS), a bisulfite-based, location-specific sequencing technology designed for comprehensive DNA methylation characterization across the genome. The fundamental principle of GPS lies in the substitution of dCTP with 5-methyl-dCTP (5 mC) at the 3′-end of DNA fragments by T4 DNA polymerase, which protects cytosines from bisulfite conversion to preserve the integrity of the base composition. This alteration allows the 3′-end to independently facilitate genetic variation profiling and guides the 5′-end, enriched with methylation information, to align more rapidly to the reference genome. Hence, GPS enables the concurrent detection of both genetic and epigenetic variations. Additionally, we provide an accessible description of the data processing, specifically involving certain software and scripts. Overall, the entire GPS procedure can be completed within a maximum of 15 days, starting with a low initial DNA input of 100–500 ng, followed by 4–5 days for library construction, 8–10 days for high-throughput sequencing (HTS) and data analysis, which can greatly facilitate the promotion and application of DNA methylation detection, especially for the rapid clinical diagnosis of diverse disease pathologies associated with concurrent genetic and epigenetic variations.
Metabolomics-based biomarkers of fermented dairy and red meat intake: a randomized controlled trial in healthy adults
Authors: La Barbera Giorgia , Praticò Giulia , Dragsted Lars Ove , Cuparencu Catalina
Published: September 2024

Background

Dietary assessment is usually performed through imprecise tools, leading to error-prone associations between diet and health-related outcomes. Metabolomics has been applied in recent years to develop biomarkers of food intake (BFIs) and to study metabolites in the diet-microbiome crosstalk. Candidate BFIs exist to detect intake of meat and to a lesser extent dairy, but validation and further development of BFIs are needed. Here, we aim to identify biomarkers that differentiate between intakes of red meat and dairy, to validate previously reported BFIs for these foods, and to explore the effect of protein-matched meals on selected microbial metabolites.

Methods

We conducted a randomized, controlled, cross-over single-meal study comparing a meal with highly fermented yogurt and cheese, and a meal with beef and pork meatballs. Postprandial urine samples from 17 subjects were collected sequentially after each meal up to 24 h and analyzed by untargeted metabolomics through ultra-high-performance-liquid chromatography (UHPLC) coupled via electrospray (ESI) source to a qTOF mass spectrometer. Univariate (repeated measures ANOVA) and multivariate (PLSDA, ML-PLSDA) data analyses were used to select BFIs differentiating the two meals. 3-Indoxyl sulfate, p-cresol sulfate, and several other microbial amino acid catabolites were additionally explored within the urine profiles.

Results

Thirty-eight markers of meat and dairy intake were selected and are presented along with their excretion kinetics. Carnosine, taurine, and creatine, as well as hydroxyproline-based dipeptides are confirmed as meat BFIs. For dairy, previously reported metabolites such as acyl-glycines are confirmed, while proline-based dipeptides are reported as novel putative BFIs. Microbial metabolites showed only marginal evidence of differential formation after the two meals.

Conclusion

This study allowed us to validate the postprandial kinetics of previously suggested biomarkers of meat and dairy intake and to identify new potential biomarkers. The excretion kinetics are useful to ensure that the collection of urine covers the correct time window in future dietary studies. The BFIs add to the existing body of biomarkers and may further be used in combination to provide a more reliable assessment of meat and dairy intake. Proteolytic microbial metabolites should be further investigated to assess the effect of different protein sources on health.
Special needs teachers in emergency remote teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic: the role of personal resources and teaching motivation on burnout
Authors: De Stasio Simona , Ragni Benedetta , Boldrini Francesca , Paoletti Daniela , Marchetti Vanessa , Rappazzo Maria Cristina , Berenguer Carmen
Published: September 2024

Background

This cross-sectional study explores the connections between burnout, personal resources, and teaching motivation among Italian special needs teachers (SNTs) one year following the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. It specifically seeks to determine if and how personal resources and teaching motivation can help SNTs by buffering the effects of burnout symptoms.

Methods

The study was conducted using a sample of 837 full-time, in-service kindergarten and primary teachers at public schools in Italy. Data were collected through self-report questionnaires, including the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory, the Santa Clara Brief Compassion Scale, the Crèche Educators Emotional Style Questionnaire, and the Autonomous Motivations for Teaching Scale. A multiple regression model was performed to assess the predictive role of personal resources and teaching motivation on the burnout of special needs teachers.

Results

The findings indicate that higher levels of autonomous motivation are associated with reduced burnout, specifically among special education teachers. Conversely, higher levels of negative emotion regulation strategies were linked to increased burnout, and this relationship was stronger in mainstream teachers than in special education teachers. We found no significant association between teachers’ compassion and burnout.

Conclusions

Our research supports the need for educational policymakers and school leaders to focus on personal resources and work-related well-being to enhance and support teachers, in particular during emergencies (e.g., the COVID-19 pandemic) and for specific groups of teachers, such as SNTs.
Association between female infertility and stroke mortality: evidence from the PLCO cancer screening trial
Authors: Tang Hui , Yang Xueming , Li Zhou , Zhang Yuan , Chen Huaxuan , Dai Mingjun , Shao Chuan
Published: September 2024

Objective

While infertility affects about 15% of women during their reproductive years, its long-term impact on stroke mortality after this period remains unclear. This study aims to investigate the association between infertility and stroke mortality in women using data from the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal, and Ovarian (PLCO) cancer screening trial.

Methods

We analyzed data from 75,778 female participants aged 55–74 years with a median follow-up of 16.84 years. Cox proportional hazard models were used to estimate hazard ratios (HRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for stroke mortality, adjusting for potential confounders.

Results

Among participants, 14.53% reported infertility. During follow-up, 1,159 women died from stroke. Compared to women without infertility, those with infertility had a higher risk of stroke mortality (HR 1.21, 95% CI 1.04–1.41, p = 0.016). This association remained statistically significant after adjusting for age, race, education level, marital status, smoking status, body mass index, history of hypertension, history of heart attack, history of diabetes mellitus, birth control pill use, hormone replacement therapy, endometriosis, first menstrual period and pregnancy history (HR 1.20, 95% CI 1.02–1.42, p = 0.029). Sensitivity and subgroup analyses yielded consistent results.

Conclusion

The findings of this study indicate that infertility is associated with an increased risk of stroke mortality in women. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and elucidate the underlying mechanisms.
User expectations for an automated motorway access assistant system
Authors: Ehrhardt Sofie , Martin Manuel , Hild Jutta , Deml Barbara
Published: September 2024

Introduction

To avoid the uncertainty present in a cooperation between manual vehicles (MVs) and automated vehicles (AVs), cooperative connected automated mobility (CCAM) is frequently proposed. In this contribution, we consider the situation of a motorway slip road where an AV (SAE level 3 or higher) on the motorway cooperates by opening a suitable gap for an entering AV. To ensure a meeting of the cooperation partners, speed adjustment by the system might often be necessary.

Methods

To investigate the acceptance of an automated cooperative motorway access assistant a driving simulator study (N = 41) was conducted. Participants drove six laps on a virtual test track in a level 3 AV. Three levels of speed adjustment and two levels of an HMI (with or without HMI) were tested. They experienced the automated cooperative motorway access assistant in two situations. Firstly, when they entered the motorway themselves and benefited from the system, and secondly, when the system reduced their vehicle's speed to allow for cooperation with another vehicle on a motorway slip road ahead.

Results

The results show that the acceptance of the assistant depends significantly on the magnitude of speed reduction: the greater the speed adjustment, the worse the user rating, and the more often the cooperation was terminated. Obviously, the acceptance depends on the perspective: If the users themselves benefit from the speed adjustment of others, they rate the system significantly better than if they themselves must accept the restriction. Only in the case of a small speed reduction, the assistant is rated as well as if the user benefits from the system. The availability of a human-machine interface (HMI) providing information about the system status influenced acceptance only marginally but had a significant influence on the trust in the automation.

Discussion

The results suggest that people are willing to accept a personal disadvantage in order to give others an advantage in the context of CCAM. However, acceptance depends on the magnitude of the disadvantage. The overall agreement scores of the system with HMI did not differ from those without HMI, although the HMI was found to slightly reduce the termination of cooperation. Three possible reasons for this result, which differs from previous research, are discussed.
Global regulatory policies for animal biotechnology: overview, opportunities and challenges
Authors: Wray-Cahen Diane , Hallerman Eric , Tizard Mark
Published: September 2024

Genome editing (GnEd) has the potential to provide many benefits to animal agriculture, offering a means for achieving rapid growth, disease resistance, and novel phenotypes. The technology has the potential to be useful for rapidly incorporating traits into existing selectively bred animals without the need for crossbreeding and backcrossing. Yet only four products from animals created via biotechnology, all growth-enhanced fishes, have reached commercialization and only on a limited scale. The past failure of genetically engineered (or GM) products to reach conventional producers can largely be attributed to the high cost of meeting GMO regulatory requirements. We review the history of GMO regulations internationally, noting the influence of Codex Alimentarius on the development of many existing regulatory frameworks. We highlight new regulatory approaches for GnEd organisms, first developed by Argentina, and the adoption of similar approaches by other countries. Such new regulatory approaches allow GnEd organisms that could have been developed by conventional means to be regulated under the same rules as conventional organisms and in the future is likely to enhance the opportunity for biotech animals to enter production. Treating certain GnEd products as conventional has had a large impact on the variety of biotechnological innovations successfully navigating regulatory processes. We suggest that for the full potential of GnEd technologies to be realized, enabling public policies are needed to facilitate use of GnEd as a breeding tool to incorporate new traits within existing animal breeding programs, rather than only a tool to create distinct new products.
In-utero transfer of decidualized endometrial stromal cells increases the frequency of regulatory T cells and normalizes the abortion rate in the CBA/J × DBA/2 abortion model
Authors: Zarnani Kayhan , Zarnani Kimia , Maslehat-Lay Nasim , Zeynali Bahman , Vafaei Sedigheh , Shokri Mohammad-Reza , Vanaki Negar , Soltanghoraee Haleh , Mirzadegan Ebrahim , Edalatkhah Haleh , Naderi Mohammad-Mehdi , Sarvari Ali , Attari Farnoosh , Jeddi-Tehrani Mahmood , Zarnani Amir-Hassan
Published: September 2024

Introduction

Failure to adequate decidualization leads to adverse pregnancy outcomes including pregnancy loss. Although there are plenty of reports underscoring immune dysfunction as the main cause of abortion in CBA/J females mated with DBA/2 males (CBA/J × DBA/2), little is known about the potential role of impaired endometrial decidualization.

Methods

Endometrial stromal cells (ESCs) from CBA/J mice were in-vitro decidualized, and the proteome profile of the secretome was investigated by membrane-based array. CBA/J mice were perfused In-utero with either decidualized ESCs (C×D/D), undecidualized ESCs (C×D/ND), or PBS (C×D/P) 12 days before mating with DBA/2 males. Control mice were not manipulated and were mated with male DBA/2 (C×D) or Balb/c (C×B) mice. On day 13.5 of pregnancy, reproductive parameters were measured. In-vivo tracking of EdU-labeled ESCs was performed using fluorescence microscopy. The frequency of regulatory T cells (Tregs) in paraaortic/renal and inguinal lymph nodes was measured by flow cytometry. The proliferation of pregnant CBA/J splenocytes in response to stimulation with DBA/2 splenocytes was assessed by 5,6-carboxyfluorescein diacetate succinimidyl ester (CFSE) flow cytometry.

Results

In C×D/D mice, the resorption rate was reduced to match that seen in the C×B group. Intrauterine perfused ESCs appeared in uterine stroma after 2 days, which remained there for at least 12 days. There was no difference in the number of implantation sites and embryo weight across all groups. The frequency of Tregs in the inguinal lymph nodes was similar across all groups, but it increased in the paraaortic/renal lymph nodes of C×D/D mice to the level found in C×B mice. No significant changes were observed in the proliferation of splenocytes from pregnant C×D/D compared to those of the C×D group in response to stimulation with DBA/2 splenocytes. Decidualization of ESCs was associated with a profound alteration in ESC secretome exemplified by alteration in proteins involved in extracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling, response to inflammation, senescence, and immune cell trafficking.

Discussion

Our results showed that the deficiency of Tregs is not the primary driver of abortion in the CBA/J × DBA/2 model and provided evidence that impaired endometrial decidualization probably triggers endometrial immune dysfunction and abortion in this model.