bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran Aqidah Akhlak Melalui Model Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning
Authors: Al Ayyubi Ibnu Imam , Murharyana Murharyana , Martini Sofia , Hayati Ai Faridatul , Apriyanti Niken Siti Nur , Kamaliya Shonia
Published: May 2024

This research aims to see whether or not there has been an increase in moral aqidah learning based on the problem-based learning model. Because with problem-based learning students are required to be more contemplative and internalitative in their real lives. This research uses a quasi-experimental research method with a quantitative approach carried out at Roudlotul Ulum Vocational School. The instruments in this research used questionnaires and tests. The test used is a written test in the form of an essay which has been tested for validity, reliability, distinguishing power, and difficulty index. The population of this research were students at Roudlotul Ulum Vocational School with a sample of 30 students in the experimental class and 31 students in the control class in class X on Aqidah Akhlak material. In this research, it was found that learning using Problem-Based Learning (PBL) was better than classes using conventional learning. Apart from that, there is an increase in the learning of moral aqidah and it has a very high effect. This shows that learning moral aqidah using Problem-Based Learning (PBL) is better than conventional learning. So, for previous research, learning differentiation between the PBL learning model and other learning models can be carried out to see whether there are differences or influences in learning aqidah and morals.
Implikasi Filosofis dalam Perkembangan Teknologi Modern
Authors: Dongoran Rosita , Muhammad Sutan , Siregar Zul Pahmi , Ananda Debi , Rahma Diffani
Published: May 2024

The development of science also accompanies the development of modern society. Science that develops and bring schange stohumans that causes problems from material aspects to mental aspects. The rapid development of modern science and technology takes into account the aspectsof systems, values, valuesand religiousvalues, so that moral degradationhas emerged. The purpose of this research is to examine the implications of the philosophy of sciencein the development of modern scientific thics.The method use din this researchis literature study.The discussion analysis shows that the philosophy of science must be integrated philosophically in order to realize scientific functions, especially in moral, intellectual and social aspects.This is because science is neutral and dis agrees with good orbad, considering that it isscience who has the right to determine the attitude. Utilization of science for human set tlement in the operation sof the owner of knowledge an ditscontributi on to the problems of human life. As science develops, it is the philosophy of science that plays a role in realizing good scientific ethics. The existence of the philosophy of science aims to restore sciencein order tocontinue to encourage people to think and be have wisely and wisely.
A Needle in the Haystack
Authors:   University of South Carolina, Benitez-Nelson Claudia
Published: May 2024

For the past 20 years, the GEOTRACES program has produced transformative insights into the cycling of trace elements and isotopes (TEIs) in the ocean. Modeled after the 1970s GEOSECS (Geochemical Ocean Sections Study) program, the goals of this ambitious study were to conduct large-scale measurements of TEI concentrations and to determine the biogeochemical processes that controlled their distributions throughout the global ocean. Perhaps the biggest hurdle to overcome was how to accurately measure less than nanomolar concentrations of TEIs from the deck of a 3,000 gross tonnage steel ship. Contaminants were literally everywhere, requiring scientists and crew to become innovative in their attempts to maintain clean conditions for sample collection, storage, and measurement. GEOTRACES encouraged international partnerships while instilling a collaborative approach in the next generation of scientists. The practices GEOTRACES developed led to consistent high-quality measurements across diverse lab groups and provided an extensive and open database. GEOTRACES has truly been a labor of love among all the scientists and crews involved, and the program continues as a lofty example of the discoveries possible when conducting such wide-ranging collaborative research.
Hubungan Manajemen Pelayanan Terpadu Satu Pintu dengan Inovasi Layanan Administrasi
Authors: Azzahra Siti Fatimah , Sanusi Hary Priatna , Kasmin Kasmin
Published: May 2024

One-Stop Integrated Service as a process of simplifying administrative services controlled by a management system as a form of administrative service innovation. This study aims to examine the relationship between One-Stop Integrated Service Management and administrative service innovation in Education unit services at the Ministry of Religious Affairs of West Jakarta City. The research was carried out with a quantitative approach with the type of survey research. The research data was collected by questionnaire method. The population in this study was visitors to the One-Stop Integrated Service Education service unit with incidental sampling techniques. Data analysis techniques use correlation analysis. The results showed that: (1) One-Stop Integrated Service Management has an average calculation of 2.54 so that it can be rated high. (2) Administrative service innovation has an average of 3.08, which is in the high category. (3) The relationship between One-Stop Integrated Service Management and Administrative Service Innovation. The value of the relationship between the two variables is 0.521, the results show that the correlation is quite strong and positive value between the two variables. This research shows that One-Stop Integrated Service Management is related to administrative service innovation.
Pengaruh Debt to Equity Ratio dan Intellectual Capital Terhadap Profitabilitas dengan Pertumbuhan Laba Sebagai Variabel Intervening
Authors: Rahmi Atul Ahda  , Fitri Yeni  , Agam Mei Yudha
Published: May 2024

With profit growth as an intervening variable, these findings try to understand how the DER ratio and Intellectual capital influence the profitability of several manufacturing companies, namely manufacturing companies listed on the IDX. Aquantitative approach was used to find these findings. The research population was 214 manufacturing companies on the BEI between 2018 and 2022. During the five year research period, a sample of 56 manufacturing companies was obtained by applying the purposivesampling method which was used to determine which samples met the specified requirements. The technique used to see the results of these findings is to investigate a more precise panel data regression using SPSS 25. The findings show that the DER ratio has a positive and insignificant influence on profit growth, Intellectual capital has a negative and significant influence on profit growth, DER hasa negative and insignificant influence on profitability, Intellectual capital has a positive and significant influence on profitability, profit growth has a negative ang insignificant influence on profitability, and prifitgrowth is unable to mediate between DER and Intellectual capital on Profitability.
Analisis Penggunaan Instagram dan Fintech Crowdfunding Terhadap Minat Membayar Zakat dengan Transparansi Badan Amil Zakat Sebagai Variabel Intervening
Authors: Widyar VR  , MH Ainulyaqin  , Y Ahmad  , S Edy
Published: May 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of the use of instagram and fintech crowdfunding on interest in paying zakat and to determine the effect of transparency of the amil zakat agency as an intervene variabel between the use of Instagram and fintech crowdfunding on interest in paying zakat in the people of Bekasi Regency. The type of research used is quantitative research, namely by using primary data in the form of a questionnaire. The sampling used is nonprobability sampling with a purposive sampling method. The sample of this research was 100 people from Bekasi Regency using the slovin formula. The data analysis method used the SEM (Structural Equation Model) analysis technique with the PLS (Partial Least Square) method and hypothesis testing was carried out by calculating bootstrapping in structural research. The results of this study prove that all studies support the formulated hypothesis, in which researchers find that the variable use of Instagram, fintech crowdfunding, and transparency of amil zakat agencies directly have a positive influence in influencing people's interest in paying zakat and the transparency of amil zakat agencies as intervening variables can mediate effectively the positive relationship between Instagram and fintech crowdfunding on interest in paying zakat. But only the direct fintech crowdfunding variable and the transparency variable of the amil zakat agency as a mediating variable between fintech crowdfunding and interest in paying zakat have a positive but not significant effect.
Strategi Pengembangan Desa Wisata Halal di Kabupaten Samosir
Authors: Sinta Aulia Haikal  , Yusrizal  , Muhammad Ikhsan Harahap
Published: May 2024

The study aims to analyze the development strategy of the halal tourist village in the district of Samosir. The research was conducted using qualitative descriptive methods. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews of 17 informants obtained through purposive sampling techniques, closed questionnaires, and non-participant observations. Data is analyzed using descriptive analysis techniques and SWOT using IFAS and EFAS matrices. The results of the research showed that the internal factors that are the strengths of the development of Samosir halal tourism village are the potential of nature, regional culture, hospitality of the community, accessibility, facilities, and prices. While internal factors which are weaknesses are the professional SDM, supporting infrastructure, digital promotion, financial support, public participation, as well as the coordination of stakeholders. External factors that become opportunities include global halal tourist trends, central government support, accessibleness and infrastructures, information technology and digital marketing, interests of investment in the halal Tourism sector, and the empowerment of the village tourism community programmes. While the threats faced are competition of halal travel destinations, local tourist interests, synergy between stakeholder, regulatory support and policy risks, social conflict and resilience of the society, and risks of health crises and natural disasters. Future development strategies need to focus on internal turn-around towards balanced and sustainable growth and stability through enhanced SDM capacity, accelerated infrastructure, optimized digital promotion, increased public participation, and strengthened stakeholder coordination. The next strategy that can be applied is horizontal integration, which is to develop and integrate existing halal tourism products and services to be more complete and attractive to tourists.
Analisis Kandungan Bunga Telang (Clitoria Ternatea) sebagai Minuman Teh Anti Oksidan
Authors: Fitriandita Adinda Rahma , Damayanti Duwi Agustina , Rachman Alief , Ramadhan Muhammad , Rianto Saga , Rianto Saga , Radianto Denny Oktavina
Published: May 2024

The terran flower (Clitoria ternatea) is a pigmented plant. Anthocyanins have the potential to be developed as local natural pigments for various foods. Various foods also contain local natural pigments. It improves color quality and is also an antioxidant. Anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory effects. The purpose of this study was to identify the potential of butterfly pea flower extract as a natural antioxidant in food. In this study, the antioxidant activity test was used with the DPPH method. Analyzing the antioxidant capacity and chemical composition contained in butterfly pea extract. The results show that butterfly flower extract can do this used as a source of local natural dyes and natural antioxidants. Added the ability to make various types of food, such as drinks, ice cream, syrup, bread, and biscuits.
Keywords: antioxidant, butterfly pea flower, tea drink
Analisis Sistem yang Mempengaruhi Layanan Listrik Pra Bayar dan Pasca Bayar pada PT PLN ULP Medan Timur
Authors: Harahap Hasnah Khairani , Siregar Saparuddin
Published: May 2024

PLN is one of the State-Owned Enterprises that serves the public interest, apart from being required to seek profit so that it can continue to carry out its mission, a mission that is oriented to the needs of customers and company members, seeks to provide electric power to drive economic activity, makes electricity as a source of energy. media to improve people's quality of life. , and of course can carry out business activities that are environmentally sound. For the sake of this mission, PT. PLN ULP Medan Timur developed a new program that can optimize electricity use by diverting postpaid electricity services to prepaid electricity services, where this service is a form of PT. PLN ULP Medan Timur in selling electrical energy by way of customers paying upfront by buying tokens/vouchers as well as online payments. PLN is also a business of buying and selling electricity in the form of a community need and the program run by PLN is saving on electricity consumption which also affects the beauty of the earth.
 Keywords: Prepaid and Postpaid Electricity Services
Perancangan Strategi Pemasaran pada Coffee Shop dengan Metode SWOT dan QSPM
Authors: Febriansyah Akbar Sodikin
Published: May 2024

Marketing strategies in cafés are essential to attract and retain customers. This can be done through the use of social media and influencers, as well as ensuring product quality, service, and speed. Ruang Warga is a café in Jombang district. The implementation of inappropriate marketing strategies during the pandemic has made it difficult for Ruang Warga café to survive in today's business competition. Judging from January to May, visitor data is not stable and has even decreased with 1731 visitors in February. The purpose of this study is to implement a product marketing strategy using the SWOT and QSPM methods. This research uses SWOT and QSPM methods which are useful for knowing internal and external factors that can affect product sales. Then with the proposed improvements to increase consumer attractiveness to face market competition. The results of the SWOT analysis obtained three alternative strategies with the QSPM matrix to determine the strategic priority ranking. With the results of TAS 6.81, namely by prioritizing and developing marketing through social media by reaching a wider target market and making it easier to increase cafe branding. By prioritizing and developing marketing through social media, it can reach a wider target market and make it easier to increase cafe branding.
Performance of front line demonstrations on sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) under rainfed conditions of Chamarajanagara district Karnataka state
Authors: C M SUNIL  , CHANDRAKALA HANAGI  , G S YOGESH
Published: May 2024

Sunflower is an important oilseed crop of Karnataka. It plays a major role in increasing the income of small and marginal farmers of Southern Karnataka. The production of sunflower in Chamarajanagara district is very less compared to state and national average. The ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Chamarajanagara district conducted 90 frontline demonstrations on sunflower covering an area of 36 ha of farmers'fields in villages viz., Kotamballi and Taggaluru during the year 2019 and 2020 to showcase latest production technologies in comparison with farmer's practice. Demonstrated technologies comprised short duration hybrid KBSH-78, recommended seed rate, sowing method, nutrient management, pest and disease management, and adoption of whole package of practices for the crop. The study revealed that the demonstrated technology recorded a mean yield of 996 kg/ha which was 235.35% higher than that obtained with farmers' practice (297 kg/ha). Higher benefit: cost ratio of 1.41 was obtained with improved technologies in comparison to farmers' practices (0.48). Therefore, there is a need to disseminate the improved technologies among the farmers with effective extension methods like training and demonstrations. The farmers should be encouraged to adopt the recommended package of practices for realizing higher returns.
Isolation and characterization of actinomycetes with in vitro antagonistic activity against Fusarium oxysporum and Meloidogyne incognita from the rhizosphere of rapeseed and mustard
Authors: B LAKSHMI SOWJANYA  , K SANKARI MEENA  , Bh SARVANI  , A VIJAYA GOPAL  , M SANTHA LAKSHMI PRASAD
Published: May 2024

Twelve isolates of actinomycetes were isolated from soilsamples collected from the rhizosphere of organically cultivated mustard and rapeseed in Sikkim, India. The isolates were morphologically distinguished for their shape and colour and microscopically characterized using Gram staining. The effective 10 Gram-positive actinomycetes isolates were examined for their bio-control efficacy against Meloidogyne incognita and Fusarium oxysporum in vitro. The isolates were studied for biochemical and molecular characterization using 16s rRNA sequencing. The effective isolate (AC-S-2) from the in vitro and biochemical studies was designated as Streptomyces hydrogenans.
Nanotechnologies for vegetable oilseeds production
Authors: K S SUBRAMANIAN
Published: May 2024

India is among the largest producers and consumers of vegetable oils in the world. Oilseeds have been backbone of the agricultural economy of India. The Indian vegetable oil economy is the fourth largest next to the USA, China and Brazil. Oilseed crops are the second most important in the Indian agricultural economy next food grains in terms of area and production. Despite the fact that oilseeds play a pivotal role in Indian economy, the crops are being devastated by a wide array of pests and diseases besides abiotic stresses. This situation necessitates import of edible oils to the tune of 14 million tonnes worth over ` 1.57 lakh crores. This motivates Indian agricultural scientists looking for alternative strategies to sustain the oilseed production regardless of agro-climatic conditions spread across the country. Nanotechnology is one of the most fascinating cutting-edge technologies dealing with atomic manipulations which is known to evolve processes and products precise to deliver inputs to promote crop productivity while ensuring environmental safety. This review brings out four key areas encompassing (1) early detection of pests, diseases and nutrient deficiencies using nano-diagnostics, (2) design and fabrication of customized nano-agricultural inputs to improve productivity of oilseed crops, (3) nanotechnologies to improve oilseed qualities and (4) biosafety of nano-agri inputs that can be applied in oilseed production system to improve the yield and quality regardless of crops being exposed to abiotic and biotic stresses.
Exploring the Nexus: Tax Compliance and Sustainable Development in Namibia
Authors: Nakale-Kawana Anna Caroline
Published: May 2024

Tax revenue collection serves as the bedrock for states to avail infrastructure, essential national needs and development, encompassing critical sectors such as education, healthcare, and social welfare. This study explored and answered a question on which factors influence domestic taxpayers’ compliance in Namibia. This study tested the nine factors unpacked by Trifan et al., (2023) against 113 domestic taxpayers’ messages sent between June 2022 and December 2023 regarding tax concerns. This study was underpinned by established tax compliance explanations, including, political accountability social norms, deterrence factors, and fiscal exchange. A qualitative approach was adopted, by collecting messages from taxpayers through the Namibia Revenue Agency ‘s (NamRA) Facebook page and published Short Message Services (SMS) by the Namibian News Paper. The data were quantified to provide a better understanding as to what extent categorized taxpayers’ messages contributed to tax compliance in Namibia. The results revealed that five factors (trust in tax authority, perceived fairness, tax legislation and procedures simplicity, personal financial and economic factors, and malfunctioning of integrated tax administration (ITAS), were found to have a likelihood influence on tax complaisance in Namibia.
A clinical systematic literature review of treatments among patients with advanced and/or metastatic human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 positive breast cancer
Authors: Ndirangu Kerigo , Goldgrub Rachel , Tongbram Vanita , Antony Rajee , Lalayan Bagrat , O'Shaughnessy Joyce , Schellhorn Sarah E
Published: May 2024

Aim:
This systematic literature review aims to summarize the efficacy/effectiveness of treatments, including eribulin (ERI)-based and anti-human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) treatments in advanced/metastatic HER2+ breast cancer.
Methods:
Three databases from 2016 to September 2021 were searched for clinical trials and observational studies in patients receiving first-line (1L) standard of care (SOC), second-line (2L) SOC or third-line or subsequent lines (3L+).
Results:
2692 citations were screened, and 38 studies were included. Eleven studies were randomized-controlled trials (RCTs; 5 in 1L, 6 in 3L+), 6 were single-arm trials (5 in 1L, 1 in 3L+) and 21 were observational studies (13 in 1L, 6 in 2L, 4 in 3L+ [note that studies with subgroups for 1L, 2L, 3L+ are double-counted]). Longer overall survival (OS) was associated with 1L and 2L treatment, and for 3L+ studies that included ERI, ERI or trastuzumab (Tmab) + ERI led to longer OS than treatments of physician's choice (median OS of 11, 10 and 8.9 months, respectively). Progression-free survival was 9 months in Tmab + pertuzumab (Pmab) + ERI, 4 months in Tmab + ERI and 3.3 months in ERI.
Conclusion:
Available treatments provide a wide range of efficacy. However, later lines lack standardization and conclusions on comparative effectiveness are limited by differing trial designs. Thus, the chance of prolonged survival with new agents warrants further research.
Architektur der Begegnung
Authors: Abel Iris
Published: May 2024

Am 6. Dezember 2023 eröffnete das sanierte und erweiterte Wien Museum am Karlsplatz nach zweieinhalbjähriger Bauphase wieder seine Pforten. Der moderne Bau verbindet Alt und Neu, er ist nun gestalterisch zur Stadt geöffnet. Das Haus bietet eine moderne Präsentation der Sammlungen und informative Einblicke in Stadt- und Kunstgeschichte.

von Iris Abel
And the Winner is …
Authors: Röseler Julia
Published: May 2024

Am 20. Juni verleiht die DTHG im Rahmen der 62. Bühnentechnischen Tagung in der Bochumer Jahrhunderthalle wieder ihren Weltenbauer Award, der sowohl die kreative, überraschende Umsetzung einer künstlerischen Idee mit technischen Mitteln als auch das Produktionsteam ehrt. Wir stellen die 13 Nominierten kurz vor.

von Julia Röseler
Achtung, Baustelle!
Authors: Abel Iris
Published: May 2024

Und wieder werfen wir einen Blick auf die Bau- und Sanierungstätigkeiten an den Theatern und Opernhäusern unseres Landes – nach wie vor gibt es großen Bedarf an Modernisierung von Architektur und technischen Anlagen. Ein kurzer Überblick über Maßnahmen und Pläne an sieben Häusern.

von Iris Abel
Zur akustischen Planung
Authors: Prüfer Michael
Published: May 2024

Müller-BBM Building Solutions wurde 2020 mit der Planung der audiovisuellen Systeme für den Neubau des Volkstheaters Rostock beauftragt. Im Jahr 2021 erweiterte der Bauherr den Auftrag, indem er die Firma u. a. auch mit der Gesamtplanung der Akustik beauftragte. Der Projektleiter stellt die Planung vor.

von Michael Prüfer
Exoten über der Bühne
Authors: Meisel Erik
Published: May 2024

Grid-Decken oder Spanndrahtseildecken sind seit den 40er-Jahren bekannt, als Lösung für Lichttechnik sind sie aber bislang noch wenig verbreitet. Welche Faktoren, neben der Aufnahme in die DIN 56928:2014-02, könnten noch dazu beitragen, die Anlagen weiter zu etablieren und die Herstellungskosten zu senken?

von Erik Meisel
Zwischen Licht und Dunkel
Authors: Meyer Martina
Published: May 2024

„Koma“, eine zeitgenössische Oper des Komponisten Georg Friedrich Haas, wurde am Staatstheater Braunschweig neu inszeniert. Zu erleben ist eine immersive Produktion, die das Publikum in eine Welt zwischen Leben und Tod versetzen möchte. Ein Bericht über die Bühnengestaltung und das notwendige Sicherheitskonzept.

von Martina Meyer
Nichts ist, wie es scheint
Authors: Abel Iris
Published: May 2024

Das populäre Stück „Die Physiker“ von Friedrich Dürrenmatt stand in dieser Saison auf dem Spielplan der Bühnen Bern. Für eine Welt, in der Grenzen zwischen Realität und Wahn verschwimmen, hat Bühnenbildnerin Anna Armann eine überraschende Raumlösung gefunden. Der Technische Leiter Claude Ruch und der Lichtdesigner Bernhard Bieri geben Auskunft zur Realisierung von Bühne und Beleuchtung.

von Iris Abel
Ein Patent für neuartige Gobo-Technik
Authors: Cybulska Herbert
Published: May 2024

In der Welt der Projektion gibt es im wahrsten Sinn des Wortes neue Bewegung. Die Adam Hall GmbH meldet eine Entwicklung ihres Mitarbeiters Herbert Bernstädt zum Patent an.

von Herbert Cybulska
DEUTSCHSTUNDE
Authors: Otten Jürgen
Published: May 2024

Die Österreichische Erstaufführung von Karl Amadeus Hartmanns «Simplicius Simplicissimus» am Tiroler Landestheater Innsbruck gerät in der (zu)packenden Inszenierung von Eva-Maria Höckmayr zu einem Triumph für Marie Smolka in der Titelpartie

VON JÜRGEN OTTEN
VER(B)RANNT
Authors: Otten Jürgen
Published: May 2024

Verdi: Il trovatore

HAMBURG | STAATSOPER
AN DER GRENZE DES VERSCHWINDENS
Authors: Fuchs Jörn Florian
Published: May 2024

Haas: Koma

BRAUNSCHWEIG | STAATSTHEATER
Und man versteht sie auch
Authors: Seedorf Thomas
Published: May 2024

Wagners «Walküre» historisch informiert in Prag, mit Kent Nagano am Pult
Der englische Patient
Authors: Hall George
Published: May 2024

Die ENO kämpft um ihr Überleben und zeigt einen spannenden Bartók-Abend
Zwischen den Welten
Authors: Dick Alexander
Published: May 2024

Nach der Wiederentdeckung 2019 am Theater Osnabrück zeigt sich nun auch an der Opéra national du Rhin in Strasbourg, wieviel Substanz Albéric Magnards «Guercoeur» besitzt

VON ALEXANDER DICK
UNGESCHMINKT
Authors: Thiel Markus
Published: May 2024

Peter Konwitschny verweist auch in Wagners «Rheingold» an der Oper Dortmund darauf, wie sehr er nach wie vor an Brechts Idee der Verfremdung glaubt

VON MARKUS THIEL
Die Möglichkeit von Liebe
Authors: Dick Alexander
Published: May 2024

Wagners «Tannhäuser» in zwei höchst eigenwilligen Lesarten an der Oper Frankfurt
und am Badischen Staatstheater Karlsruhe

VON ALEXANDER DICK
Pfahl im Fleische, Türen ins Nichts
Authors: Otten Jürgen
Published: May 2024

Unterschiedlicher geht es kaum: Kirill Serebrennikov versetzt «Le nozze di Figaro» an der Komischen Oper Berlin in die kapitalistische Spätmoderne, Julien Chavaz belässt Mozarts Buffa am Theater Magdeburg an Ort und Stelle

VON JÜRGEN OTTEN
Flieg, Schwalbe, flieg!
Authors: Otten Jürgen
Published: May 2024

Die Volksoper Wien engagiert sich für Puccinis unterschätzte Commedia lirica «La rondine»

VON JÜRGEN OTTEN
GEISTERSTUNDE
Authors: Noltze Holger
Published: May 2024

Britten: The Turn of the Screw

BRÜSSEL | THÈÂTRE LA MONNAIE
SZENEN EINER EHE
Authors: Schreiber Wolfgang
Published: May 2024

Strauss: Intermezzo

BERLIN | DEUTSCHE OPER
DIE WELT VON UNTEN
Authors: Noltze Holger
Published: May 2024

Debussy: Pelléas et Mélisande

LIÈGE | ROYAL OPÉRA DE WALLONIE
DISKURS IST ALLES
Authors: Otten Jürgen
Published: May 2024

Im Theater ALTENBURG GERA trifft man fast an jeder Ecke auf die wechselvolle Geschichte der beiden Häuser. Das Team um Generalintendant Kay Kuntze begegnet den Wirren der Zeit mit einem wohltuend kreativen Geist. Eine Reportage

VON JÜRGEN OTTEN
vielflieger
Authors: Ploebst Helmut
Published: May 2024

Die Karriere des Choreografen Bryan Arias ist im Aufwind. Seine persönliche
und künstlerische Lebensreise begleitet Helmut Ploebst
furchtlos
Authors: Wesemann Arnd
Published: May 2024

Von einer Zeit, in der sich der Tanz immer mehr Freunde schuf, und die Medien immer öfter zum Feind erklärt wurden, erzählt Arnd Wesemann
lauter lügen
Authors: Weickmann Dorion
Published: May 2024

Zürichs Ballettdirektorin Cathy Marston bringt Ian McEwans Schlüsselroman «Atonement» auf die Bühne. Was nicht vollends überzeugt, meint Dorion Weickmann
transformation
Authors: Henne Claudia
Published: May 2024

Saburo Teshigawaras exzellente «Verwandlung» in Basel. Von Claudia Henne
solidarisch
Authors: Schreiber Falk
Published: May 2024

Mario Schröder verabschiedet sich mit dem romantischen Klassiker «Giselle» aus Leipzig und konzentriert sich dabei ganz auf seine Titelheldin. Von Falk Schreiber
abwesende körper
Authors: Odenthal Johannes
Published: May 2024

Wie erleben Künstler aus dem Nahen Osten die aktuelle Situation? Wie reagieren sie auf die Konflikte? Johannes Odenthal berichtet
goodie fürs gemüt
Authors: Weber Lilo
Published: May 2024

Das Projekt «Connect» bringt in Zürich Menschen mit MS oder Parkinson auf den Tanz. Lilo Weber hat das Training besucht und mit Neurologinnen gesprochen
Intergeneration and Scientific Innovation: A Lift and/or Roadblock?
Authors: P. Foster Philip
Published: May 2024

We could imagine a super-computer like the “Matrix” encompassing all intergenerational information of humankind since underdetermined beginnings, Lucy and archaic humans. Until today’s generations living together on this planet, a colossal amount of data have accumulated. The matrix would screen across disciplines through keywords according to some initial guidelines initially written in the algorithm. It could also randomly dig into the chaos of big data, connect unrelated disciplines, and check whether this leads to something useful. The problem with this approach is that we assimilate something that we designed and built to the brain that is not our design. Some potential capabilities of the brain totally out of our reach may yet exist. Are the brains of the genius artist and scientist different? What is the nature of the creative process? What triggers this cosmic lightning with a new idea or concept popping up? The intergenerational support role is crucial for creators. The greatest insights in science via abstract concepts are imperceptible to the mind. It leans on all areas of justice. All potential talents should be invited, women with equal rights and underrepresented communities. Justice and tolerance are the greatest challenge of today’s humankind. For the sense of justice is not innate, intergenerational education and legacy are vital to mould the next generations. Woman equality, equity, and human rights are a key process behind free will and further progress. The legacy of Generation Zero, first to have consciousness of the necessity to implement justice amongst humans, empowering free will, will truly create a legacy of progress.
Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Nurses: Still an Unsolved Problem in Reality (Narrative Literature Review)
Authors: Jakovljević Miroljub
Published: May 2024

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are a major cause of morbidity in nursing. They include a range of signs and symptoms that can affect the quality of performance of work tasks and quality of life. Workplace risk factors can generally be divided into biomechanical (physical), psychosocial, sociocultural, individual (personal), organisational, and environmental risk factors. The risk factors are numerous and interact positively and negatively with each other. There are various methods and tools for assessing work-related risk exposure or risk factors in the workplace. In general, the methods for risk assessment of work-related musculoskeletal disorders can be categorised as self-report, (expert) observation, direct measurement, and remote sensing. When selecting assessment tools, we must consider their measurement characteristics as well as financial and time constraints, the characteristics of the researchers, the clients, and the environment. The assessment of risk factors forms the basis for the development of intervention measures to reduce and/or prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders. The intervention framework usually consists of a sequence of several steps. Given the dynamic nature of change in work-related musculoskeletal disorders, this process is iterative and continuous and is likely to be most effective when individualised. Healthy employees in a well-functioning work environment should be the goal in every workplace in the healthcare system.
Future Potential of Immigrant Entrepreneurship in Ireland
Authors: Cooney Thomas , Brophy Martina
Published: May 2024

International data shows that immigrant owned enterprises are an important feature of developed economies. Immigrant entrepreneurs generally report a higher rate of entrepreneurial activity than the incumbent population, and their businesses, though traditionally concentrated in low skilled industries, can and are increasingly featuring in high value sectors of the economy. The motivation of immigrants to engage in entrepreneurship is informed by a myriad of reasons, but is traditionally associated with “push” factors or necessity. This diverse population of entrepreneurs can encounter various obstacles to entrepreneurship, some of which pertain to their immigrant status, in addition to the mainstream challenges of enterprise creation. Such challenges can include access to finance, access to mainstream business networks, and societal hostility. The European Commission has issued a call for tailored business trainings and supports for immigrant entrepreneurs across member states. Whilst efforts to implement supports in Ireland are apparent, this chapter will highlight the immediate need for a coordinated and targeted policy approach to the promotion of immigrant entrepreneurship.
Exploring the Non-Linear Relationship between Economic Growth and Its Main Drivers over the Last Decade in EU: Evidence from a Panel Smooth Transition Regression
Authors: Bruneau Catherine , Eraud Alice , Matei Iuliana
Published: May 2024

Rising oil, coal, and natural gas prices linked to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine have raised concerns about global economic growth and inflationary trends (International Monetary Fund (IMF), 2023). It is therefore interesting to examine the possible impact of oil prices on the relationship between economic growth and its determinants, including inflation. This article addresses this issue, using a panel dataset of 26 EU countries over the period 2011–2023 and studying the evolution of their growth within a Panel Smooth Transition Regression (PSTR) framework. Our empirical findings show that the real oil price is a significant transition variable between two extreme regimes and, accordingly, reveal that the determinants of economic growth have a time-varying intensity; notably, domestic investment, government spending, budget deficit, energy consumption of (non)renewable energy, trade balance, population growth, monetary policy as captured by the term spread and the M2 money growth, as well as the energy-related inflation.
Put the Land Back on the Land: A National Imperative
Authors: E. Canfield Jr Daniel , Kiani Mina , Tammeorg Olga , Tammeorg Priit , J. Canfield Timothy
Published: May 2024

The Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (RHA1899), the Soil Conservation Act of 1935 (SCA1935), and the Clean Water Act (CWA1972) were pivotal in managing United States (US) waters. RHA1899 provided the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate dredge and fill operations. SCA1935 authorized the US Department of Agriculture to combat soil erosion. CWA1972 empowered the US Environmental Protection Agency to regulate point-source pollution. The implementation of the European Soil Charter of 1972 and the 2000 European Water Framework Directive empowered Europe to address similar soil erosion and water quality problems. By 2022, improvements in erosion losses were obtained with soil conservation programs, but continued losses of organic topsoil threatened soil health, human welfare, and water ecosystems. Worldwide losses, estimated at 24 billion tonnes per year, include US and European losses of ~3 billion and 970 million tonnes per year, respectively. Approximately 60% of eroded materials are delivered to rivers and lakes threatening waters. Dredged freshwater sediments, however, have beneficial uses including restoring health of agricultural and forestry lands and water resources. National initiatives involving defense, agriculture, and environmental governmental units are proposed for recycling organic, nutrient-rich aquatic sediments in world-wide Put the Land Back on the Land programs.
Perspective Chapter: Improving Health Budgeting and Management Practices in Low Middle Income Countries (LMIC): Using 3 Country Case Studies—Nigeria, Kenya and Tanzania
Authors: Agbo Samson
Published: May 2024

This chapter examines the budgeting and management issues in health sectors of Nigeria, Kenya, and Tanzania, relating to their goal of achieving universal health coverage (UHC) by 2030. Highlighting the World Health Organization’s 2010 report, it points out financial inefficiencies accounting for 30–40% of health spending, which obstruct progress towards the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) target 3.8. It identifies key obstacles including poor planning, corruption, inadequate skills, weak governance, and lack of social accountability. The text evaluates the effectiveness of budgeting tools and guidance provided by international organizations like the World Bank and WHO, finding them insufficient for national advancement. It discusses the benefits and limitations of budget reforms, such as Public Expenditure Reviews (PERs) and Medium-Term Expenditure Frameworks (MTEF), emphasizing the importance of participatory and transparent practices. It notes political interference as a significant barrier to aligning health policies with resource allocation. Concluding, the chapter advocates for program-based budgeting reforms to enhance health spending alignment with sector priorities, flexibility in fund usage, and transparency. It suggests capacity building, improved community engagement, open government collaboration, and evidence-based practices as ways to advance towards UHC. These reforms are seen as critical for fostering transparent, high-quality budget management in the health sector.
Population and Inequality in the Twenty-First Century: Will Dividends Divide the World?
Authors: M. Eloundou-Enyegue Parfait
Published: May 2024

This chapter explores the potential role of demographic change on global inequality, at a time of great concern and uncertainty over future prospects. It fills a gap in a “population-development” literature that has extensively studied the links between population and economic growth but neglected implications for inequality. It extends theories of demographic dividends and uneven transitions to predict that current demographic transitions will reduce inequality between, but widen inequality within, countries. The hypothesis is tested in part with decomposition methods that explore the role of global demographic transitions over the last half century. The approach is then used to extrapolate expected trends over the next half century, based on current demographic projections. Further insights are generated by analyzing socioeconomic differences in fertility across low and middle-fertility countries. The findings support the hypothesis of a mixed effect on global inequality.
Complexes of adamantane-derived Schiff bases
Authors: S. Kostić Marijana , M. Leovac Vukadin
Published: May 2024

In light of the diverse chemical properties inherent in adamantane and its derivatives, this section shows an overview on adamantane-derived Schiff bases. Adamantane compounds, known for their diverse therapeutic applications, play a crucial role in drug discovery due to their hydrophobic nature, enabling modifications across different drug classes. The rigid cage structure of adamantane shields adjacent functional groups from metabolic cleavage, thereby augmenting drug stability and distribution in blood plasma. These derivatives and their complexes have exhibited the capability to disrupt various enzymes, showcasing a wide array of therapeutic activities, including anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antimicrobial, anticancer, anti-Parkinson, and antidiabetic effects. Highlighting the distinctive chemical attributes of the adamantyl scaffold, the significance of synthesizing and characterizing novel adamantane-derived compounds is underscored. The overview and comparative structural analysis of Schiff bases with adamantane moiety and their complex compounds contribute valuable insights to the realms of chemical synthesis, materials science, and medicinal chemistry.
Perspective Chapter: Sedentary Behaviors – Implications for the Future of Health
Authors: Baker Brett
Published: May 2024

Sedentary behaviors have become ubiquitous in modern societies. Once considered synonymous with physical inactivity, it is now known that sedentary behavior is its own distinct form of activity on the 24-hour activity continuum separate from both physical inactivity and physical activity. While the positive health ramifications of physical activity on health disease risk and mortality have been known for decades, the negative health risks associated with prolonged and extensive sedentary behaviors are just starting to be recognized. With increased reliance on technology for work (e.g. computers and smart tablets) and leisure (e.g. televisions, video games, social media), screen time and thus time spent in a sedentary posture is increasing around the world. This chapter will address how sedentary behavior influences chronic disease risk, the economic costs associated with sedentary behavior, and future directions pertaining to the interaction between physical activity and sedentary behavior.
Transforming Medical and Health sciences Education with gamification
Authors: Ouanes Khaled
Published: May 2024

This chapter explores the burgeoning potential of AI-powered gamification in revolutionizing medical education. Gamification, the application of game design elements in non-game settings, fosters engagement and improves knowledge retention. When infused with AI, gamification offers a personalized learning experience with adaptive difficulty and immersive simulations. This personalized approach empowers both healthcare professionals and patients. The chapter explores the transformative potential of AI-powered gamification for enhancing skill development, knowledge retention, and patient engagement. It also acknowledges the importance of addressing ethical and practical challenges, such as development costs, data privacy, and the potential impact on healthcare culture. By harnessing the strengths of AI and gamification, we can create a future where medical education is not only effective but also engaging and empowering.
Enhancing Educators’ Cultural and Digital Literacies through Makerspace Development Activities
Authors: Miller Jennifer
Published: May 2024

Makerspace communities enhance STEM literacy while valuing assimilation of Hispanic and Indigenous culture, language, traditions, and ways of knowing that connect the purpose of STEM disciplines to real world uses by honoring past funds of knowledge. This study investigates the La Frontera mobile makerspace program’s impact on educators’ self-efficacy toward integrating technology and culturally responsive teaching using pop-up activities. Early outcomes indicate increased interest of emerging technologies and understanding of culturally responsive teaching. The program includes strong community partnerships connecting K12 schools, community college, university, museums, and industry to an isolated area spanning a vast region along the Texas-Mexico border.
Sources and Applications of Nano Cellulose Tailored Materials
Authors: Das Kirtania Moumita , Chakraborty Subhasis , Barik Anwesha , Dey Sanjay
Published: May 2024

Cellulose is one of the most economical, biodegradable, and biosafe components found in nature. It is extracted from biomass found in forests or crops being treated enzymatically, chemically or mechanically. The extracted cellulose on acid hydrolysis and other mechanical treatment yields bacterial cellulose, nano-fibrillated cellulose, and cellulose nanocrystals. Nanosized cellulose can be attributed to the size reduction of the polymer chains in cellulose from micro to nanoscale. The size range was found suitable from 1–100 nm to be called nanosized cellulose. Nano cellulose hogged much limelight in the modern era due to its low toxicity, biocompatibility, and biodegradability. Due to the rapid evolution in this field, it is an obvious need to synthesize nano cellulose from different sources for its huge potential in pharmaceuticals and other industries. The tiny size made the nano cellulose mechanically strong and stable thus rendering it suitable for application, especially in pharmaceuticals, drug delivery, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine. Recent research has been focused on the development and applications of nanocellulose products due to their eco-friendly nature and diversity of its application. However, there are challenges too, related to its scale-up, cost, and stability may be registered. This chapter will further discuss in detail the synthesis and preparations of nanosized cellulose and its theragnostic applications.
Fascinating Properties and Applications of Nanocellulose in the Food Industry
Authors: Asghari-Varzaneh Elham , Shekarchizadeh Hajar
Published: May 2024

Nanocellulose, a material derived from cellulose fibers, has gained significant attention in various industries due to its unique properties and potential applications. From an economic perspective, using nanocellulose in industry offers several advantages, such as cost-effectiveness, enhanced product performance, environmental benefits, and diversified applications. Also, it is utilized in the food industry because of its distinct properties, including high surface area, rheological behavior, water absorption ability, crystallinity, and no cytotoxicity. A significant application of nanocellulose is its potential to replace fats, carbohydrates, and proteins and serve as stabilizing agents in high-calorie foods. Moreover, nanocellulose has demonstrated exceptional efficacy as a delivery system, making it an ideal choice for preserving nutrients and active ingredients in food products. A primary objective in the packaging industry is to maintain food quality, extend its shelf life, and minimize waste. Since nanocellulose is both renewable and natural and offers oxygen and water vapor barrier properties, it emerges as a suitable candidate for the packaging industry. However, despite its promising features and applications, there are uncertainties around its non-toxicity and the potential impact on human health, issues that are currently being examined by scientists in the food industry.
Importance of Anesthesia in Pediatric Laparoscopic Procedures
Authors: Escalona-Espinosa Alejandro , Alcaraz-Ramos Rosina , Aguilar-Romero David , Lira-Hernandez Keisuke
Published: May 2024

Anesthesia plays a crucial role in pediatric laparoscopic procedures. It highlights the unique challenges posed by laparoscopic surgery in young children and newborns, and the need for specialized care in the selection and administration of anesthetics. The text further investigates the physiological impacts of laparoscopic surgery, such as hemodynamic changes due to increased intra-abdominal pressure, and potential complications arising from prolonged CO2 absorption. The need for a pediatric anesthesiologist to be trained to perform good anesthetic techniques in these procedures, such as increasing the ventilatory minute volume to counteract lethal effects, is also analyzed.