bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The relationship of parent-child attachment and religiosity to improving adolescent self-esteem
Authors: Rachman Yane Ardian , Sumarwan Ujang , Latifah Melly , Herawati Tin
Published: January 2025

Adolescence is risky and vulnerable; the emergence of risky behavior is often motivated by low self-esteem. This study aims to analyze the effect of parental attachment and religiosity on the adolescents' self-esteem in Bogor City and the differences in parental attachment, religiosity, and self-esteem between male and female adolescents. This study uses an explanatory research design and aims to explain the cause-and-effect relationship between variables. This research has passed the ethical review of the Human Research Ethics Committee of the Bogor Agricultural University, with Number 1062/IT3.KEPMSM-IPB/SK/2023.The research was conducted in ten schools, namely four junior high schools and six senior high schools in Bogor City. The population of this study was adolescents in Bogor City. The sampling technique in this study was cluster random sampling based on class, involving ten schools with details of four junior high schools and six senior high schools, with 50 students from each school, so the total number of respondents was 500 respondents. The research was conducted in October 2023. Data analysis used Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) 25.0 for inferential analysis (independent sample T-Test and Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) for influence analysis. This study shows that adolescent self-esteem is influenced by parent-child attachment and religiosity. The difference in test results showed that religiosity in female adolescents was higher. Meanwhile, male adolescents have higher self-esteem. The implications of this research are the government can expand access to family and adolescent counseling services in schools and the community. This counseling can help families build better attachments, help adolescents find their identity, and improve their self-esteem.
Inovasi PRO GALO untuk Meningkatkan Kompetensi dan Pembelajaran Pemeliharaan Pakaian Pelindung
Authors: Abdullah Anton , Komalasari Yeti , Nugraha Wildan , Hermala Zusnita , Amalia Direstu , Firdaus Muhammad Bayu El , Rahmawaty Indah Nur , Fadli M.
Published: January 2025

This research aims to enhance the maintenance practices of Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) protective clothing through the implementation of the Proficient Rinse and Optimal Garment Laundering (PRO GALO) system, which integrates advanced washing and rinsing techniques. Utilizing a Research and Development (R&D) approach, this study systematically developed a prototype based on the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation model. The findings reveal that the PRO GALO system significantly improves garment cleanliness, odor removal, and durability compared to traditional laundering methods. Quantitative assessments demonstrated superior performance in preserving fabric integrity, colorfastness, and seam strength. Feedback from ARFF personnel and cadets indicated high satisfaction rates, highlighting the system's user-friendliness and time-saving advantages. Expert validation further emphasized the innovative aspects of the system, enhancing safety and operational readiness in emergency response situations. The implications for ARFF operations and the Aviation Fire and Rescue Study Program stress the importance of integrating advanced cleaning technologies to prepare future professionals better. Ultimately, the PRO GALO system represents a significant advancement in ensuring reliable protective gear for ARFF personnel.
Human Following Robot Berbasis IoT untuk Otomatisasi Troli: Meningkatkan Pembelajaran dalam Mata Kuliah Airport Automation
Authors: Sunardi Sunardi , Fazal Muhammad Rafli , Febriansyah Adha , Soleh Asep Muhamad , Parjan Parjan , Prayitno Hadi
Published: January 2025

Pengelolaan troli bandara menghadirkan tantangan seperti pencurian, kerusakan, perawatan, kebersihan, dan keterbatasan mobilitas bagi pengguna. Troli Pengikut Manusia menawarkan solusi otonom untuk transportasi barang penumpang. Dengan menggunakan model R&D Borg & Gall, troli ini beroperasi melalui gerakan tangan yang terdeteksi oleh sarung tangan dengan sensor gyroscope. Mikrokontroler ESP-32 mengaktifkan troli melalui internet, sementara Arduino Mega memproses data untuk mengontrol gerakan melalui motor DC. Troli ini dapat bergerak ke berbagai arah, mendukung beban hingga 7,9 kg, dengan jangkauan deteksi 20 cm dan jangkauan respons hingga 30 meter. Proyek ini terintegrasi ke dalam kurikulum Otomasi Bandara program Teknologi Rekayasa Bandar Udara (TRBU), yang memperkaya pembelajaran dalam bidang otomasi bandara, IoT, dan robotika. Pengembangan dilakukan dengan mengikuti 8 dari 10 tahap Borg & Gall, yang meningkatkan pembelajaran secara sistematis. Hasil pengujian menunjukkan bahwa troli ini mampu mempertahankan stabilitas dengan menyesuaikan sudut kemiringan terhadap kecepatan: inklinasi pitch naik 5° untuk setiap peningkatan 0,8–1,0 m/s, mencapai 90° pada kecepatan 15,0 m/s, sementara roll meningkat 2,5° per 0,8–1,0 m/s, mencapai 45°. Troli ini telah diverifikasi di Bandara Sultan Mahmud Badarrudin II, memberikan pelatihan yang berharga bagi para taruna di Politeknik Penerbangan Palembang.
Manajemen pendidikan anak usia dini: peluang dan tantangan masa depan
Authors: Julianto Alfin , Kurniah Nina , Kristiawan Muhammad , Risdianto Eko , Siregar Nelda Sari
Published: January 2025

Manajemen pendidikan anak usia dini (PAUD) adalah proses penyelenggaraan PAUD untuk mencapai tujuan pendidikan yaitu membantu anak berkembang secara optimal. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif yang memberikan kontribusi untuk mengeksplorasi praktik manajemen di PAUD IT Khalifah Tasyikuri, di Kabupaten Kaur, Bengkulu, Indonesia, dan tantangan masa depannya. Sumber data adalah kepala sekolah, pendidik, dan wali murid. Pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Data dianalisis melalui penggalian data, reduksi data, penyajian hasil, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perencanaan PAUD telah sistematis, kurikulum mengakomodasi minat dan gaya belajar individu, dan integrasi teknologi dalam pembelajaran. Penyelenggaraan PAUD menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang kondusif bagi perkembangan anak, termasuk pengaturan spasial yang menarik, merangsang, dan bervariasi untuk merangsang kreativitas anak. Pelaksanaan PAUD berfokus pada pembelajaran yang memungkinkan anak memilih kegiatan sesuai dengan minat dan kebutuhannya dan melibatkan kegiatan pengasuhan. Supervisi kolaboratif, sistem penilaian formatif dan autentik, berfokus pada proses pembelajaran dan perkembangan anak secara individu, dan pengamatan perilaku anak dalam berbagai situasi. Temuan tersebut memberikan kontribusi bahwa praktik manajemen PAUD yang dibutuhkan di masa depan harus memenuhi beberapa indikator, yaitu: perencanaan sistematis, kurikulum adaptif, organisasi yang merangsang kreativitas, implementasi kontekstual, pendekatan pengasuhan, penguatan pendidikan karakter, literasi digital, dan supervisi kolaboratif berkelanjutan.
Studi literatur: peran administrasi sekolah dalam mendukung implementasi kurikulum
Authors: Saputra Eka , Danim Sudarwan , Sasongko Rambat Nur , Pujianto Dian , Wardana Rendy Wikrama
Published: January 2025

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengkaji literatur yang ada tentang peran administrasi sekolah dalam mendukung implementasi kurikulum yang efektif. Metode dengan melakukan tinjauan pustaka yang komprehensif dengan memanfaatkan basis data seperti Scopus dan Google Scholar. Artikel yang diterbitkan dari tahun 2019 hingga 2024 dan kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi juga disertakan. Pemilihan artikel untuk dikaji menggunakan panduan Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA). Studi yang membahas peran administrasi sekolah dalam mendukung implementasi kurikulum ditemukan memiliki keterbatasan dalam generalisasi temuan, potensi bias dalam pengumpulan data, serta ketidaklengkapan dalam menjelajahi variabel atau tantangan yang relevan dalam konteks geografis masing-masing. Penelitian selanjutnya dapat memperhatikan diversitas konteks, penggunaan metode campuran (kuantitatif dan kualitatif), dan pengurangan bias dalam pengumpulan data. Penelitian yang lebih luas dan lebih mendalam akan memberikan pemahaman yang lebih komprehensif dan aplikatif mengenai tantangan dan praktik terbaik dalam pendidikan dan administrasi sekolah. Selain itu, ditemukan peran administrasi sekolah dalam mendukung implementasi kurikulum seperti pengelolaan sarana dan prasarana, pengaturan jadwal dan alokasi waktu, manajemen sumber daya manusia, dukungan teknologi dan inovasi, monitoring dan evaluasi pelaksanaan kurikulum, pengelolaan anggaran dan penciptaan lingkungan yang kondusif. Administrasi yang kuat dan terorganisir dengan baik akan memastikan bahwa proses pembelajaran berjalan lancar dan sesuai dengan tujuan kurikulum, sehingga menghasilkan lulusan yang berkualitas dan mampu bersaing dalam berbagai bidang.
Development of Understanding Test Instruments for Grade 7 Junior High School Students on Temperature, Heat and Expansion Topics
Authors: Safitri Fibriyana , Rusdiana Dadi , Samsudin Achmad , Widiyatmoko Arif
Published: January 2025

The aim of this research is to analyze the validity, reliability, level of difficulty and differentiating power of understanding test items, especially on the temperature, heat and expansion topic that has been developed. The test items consist of 20 multiple choice questions which refer to cognitive process of understanding according to Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy. The subjects of this research were 31 students in class VIII of junior high school. Before being tested on students, the understanding test items were evaluated by 5 experts. The method used to analyze validity, reliability, level of difficulty and differentiating power of items is the Rasch model using MINISTEP software version 4.3.1. The results of the analysis show that the understandingtest items on temperature, heat and expansion can be used to test students' understanding. Validity analysis results using item fit criteria with output in the form of MNSQ and ZSTD values.  Meanwhile, the value of reliability item of 0.88 indicates that the quality of the items in the understanding instrument is included in the good category. On the other hand, the distribution of the difficulty level of items is uneven, there are more items in the difficult category than items in the easy category. However, 10 items have a differentiating power of more than 0.40 which is included in the very good category, so that they can differentiate students with high and low understanding very well.
Disaster Mitigation and Emergency Response in the School Environment
Authors: Rohani  , Rahmawati Tina
Published: January 2025

Natural disasters are a significant threat in vulnerable areas, including Indonesia which frequently experiences floods, earthquakes, and landslides. This study explores disaster mitigation and emergency response management in schools in Sembakung and Lumbis Districts, Nunukan Regency. The objectives are to understand the challenges, human resource (HR) readiness, availability of facilities and infrastructure, community participation, technology utilization, and post-disaster psychosocial support. Qualitative methods were used with in-depth interviews with school principals, teachers, and staff. The findings show limited disaster mitigation and simulation training, minimal disaster-resistant school infrastructure, and low community participation and technology limitations in remote areas. This study recommends a holistic approach to improving disaster preparedness through training, infrastructure strengthening, community participation, technology utilization, and psychosocial support. Collaboration between government, schools, and local communities is needed to create a safe and resilient educational environment in the face of disasters.
Student Attitudes to Science in an Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Science Programme
Authors: Raine Derek Jeffrey , Gretton Sarah
Published: January 2025

We address the extent to which students developed expert attitudes in the individual disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics in the course of their degree programme. By attitudes we mean the way students think about the sciences compared to discipline experts.We used the standard CLASS survey instrument to compare student attitudes to biology, chemistry and physics with those of experts. The programme featured interdisciplinary modules involving biology, chemistry and physics delivered by a form of problem-based learning across a three-year (BSc) or four-year (MSci) degree. The survey was administered at the start of the programme and at the end of each year of the programme allowing us to execute a longitudinal study of changes over the three or four year degree. The survey was run over a total of six years to students on the Interdisciplinary Science degree at the University of Leicester.  We find positive results in the formation of expert-like attitudes in biology and chemistry and for higher performing students in physics. We note that the nature of science, that is the beliefs of experts about science with which our students’ responses are compared, are not taught explicitly in this programme, but acquired through experience of the problem-based pedagogy. Our conclusion is that students generally develop more expert-like attitudes in the separate disciplines, and hence a greater understanding of the sciences, over the first years of the degree.The numbers of students on the degree programme averaged around 20 and the questionnaires were completed by about 60 students in total. This imposes a limitation on the power of the survey. Nevertheless we find some statistically significant results.This is the first use of the CLASS tool to investigate the development of attitudes across the disciplines with the same set of students and over an extended period. We believe this is an important contribution to the argument for greater interdisciplinarity at all levels in STEM education.
COLORAÇÃO PESSOAL E CONSUMO CONSCIENTE
Authors: Santos Milena Cássia Silva dos
Published: January 2025

A consultoria de coloração pessoal, além de resultar em uma paleta de cores que harmoniza com a pele, pode ser uma ferramenta para alcançar um consumo mais consciente, por meio do direcionamento de compras de roupas dentro das tonalidades apresentadas. O objetivo deste artigo é analisar a relação entre a coloração pessoal e o consumo consciente e, para isso, foram feitos quatro estudos de caso com mulheres que realizaram a consultoria há pelo menos seis meses, a fim de verificar a assertividade desta relação. Como resultado, foi possível compreender que, na maioria das vezes, quem utilizou a paleta de coloração pessoal no processo de compra, obteve um direcionamento mais assertivo e, consequentemente, realizou uma aquisição mais consciente. Porém, foi verificado que a coloração pessoal pode, algumas vezes, dificultar o consumo por parte dos indivíduos que veem a consultoria de cores como uma restrição, ao tentar seguir fielmente as tonalidades presentes em sua paleta. A partir desta pesquisa, conclui-se que existe uma relação funcional entre a análise de coloração pessoal e o consumo consciente, principalmente quando o indivíduo consegue utilizar a paleta de cores como uma ferramenta com o intuito de conter seus impulso no momento da compra, estar mais consciente de suas escolhas e, a partir disso, obter uma maior funcionalidade no guarda-roupa por meio da harmonia de cores.
ESTUDO CLÍNICO UNICÊNTRICO PARA AVALIAR POSSÍVEL CORRELAÇÃO ENTRE AS CORES DETECTADAS POR ANÁLISE INSTRUMENTAL COM COLORÍMETRO (SISTEMA L*A*B) E DEFINIÇÃO DE TEMPERATURA ATRAVÉSDE ANÁLISE SUBJETIVA DA COLORAÇÃO PESSOAL (MÉTODO SAZONAL EXPANDIDO DAS 12 ESTAÇÕES STUDIO IMMAGINE) NA REGIÃO MALAR E LABIAL
Authors: Franco Amanda de Oliveira
Published: January 2025

No teste de coloração pessoal, método Sazonal Expandido das 12 Estações Studio Immagine, o parâmetro temperatura da pele facial é de extrema importância na definição da cartela de cores de cada pessoa. De acordo com esse método subjetivo, pessoas com temperatura fria de pele (cartelas de verão e inverno) possuem mais pigmento avermelhado da hemoglobina superficial e aparente quando comparado a pessoas de pele quente (cartelas outono e primavera), esta cujo pigmento mais amarelado do caroteno é mais aparente. Na prática, as regiões malar e labial são fundamentais no direcionamento do teste. O método da colorimetria por análise instrumental, com colorímetro CR-400, quantifica e detecta cor no sistema L*a*b (Luminosidade e coordenadas vermelho/verde e amarelo/azul respectivamente). Através das cores analisadas pelo método subjetivo de coloração pessoal citado e os valores detectados por análise instrumental, observou-se correlação direta entre os parâmetros de temperatura quando comparado ao eixo *b nas regiões malares e na na região labial. Além, disso o parâmetro profundidade também mostrou correlação entre os dois métodos. Para a variável intensidade, as diferenças não foram significativas.
A COR DE CADA GERAÇÃO
Authors: Nicácio Cláudia Beatriz Machado Monteiro de Lima , Cavalcante Catarina
Published: January 2025

O mundo é colorido. A cor está em tudo e representa uma ferramenta poderosa para a transmissão de ideias e emoções. Ela pode captar a atenção do público de forma forte e direta, sutil ou progressiva em diversos campos: arquitetura; indústria; tecnologia; design gráfico; ambiente virtual cenográfico, fotográfico ou cinematográfico; artes plásticas; moda; marketing. Diante de um mundo centrado na tecnologia e nas imagens, a cor apresenta-se como um elemento fundamental. Nesse sentido, a presente pesquisa possui como objetivo geral analisar a relação entre a preferência por cores específicas, a geração do indivíduo e as razões para a escolha. Trata-se de uma pesquisa descritiva de natureza qualitativa, com realização de pesquisa de campo por intermédio de um questionário encaminhado pelo Google Forms que permite a coleta, o armazenamento e a análise das informações obtidas. Os resultados do estudo demonstram que agrupando todas as gerações, o azul é a atual cor favorita da maioria dos pesquisados. Analisando separadamente cada geração, o azul também é a cor favorita dos baby boomers, da geração X, da Y e da alfa, apenas a geração Z prefere o verde. Verifica-se que o principal motivo da preferência pelo azul é a valorização da beleza.
DA NATUREZA PARA O VIRTUAL: O IMPACTO DAS CORES NA INTERFACE GRÁFICA DO E-COMMERCE DA MARCA FARM RIO
Authors: Bornhofen Felipe
Published: January 2025

A presente pesquisa teve como objetivo analisar as interfaces do e-commerce da marca FARM Rio, compreendendo como as cores são utilizadas em seu design gráfico. Por meio de uma abordagem de pesquisa bibliográfica, os resultados destacam a importância desse elemento (a cor) na interface gráfica do site, demonstrando que não há apenas atração visual, mas também melhora na usabilidade e na experiência do usuário (UX). A pesquisa aponta, como recomendação para outras empresas, como a escolha e a aplicação consciente das cores podem ser aliadas eficazes na criação de uma experiência de usuário envolvente, além de incorporar princípios de design emocional e da usabilidade em estratégias de e-commerce, o que fortalece a identidade da marca e cria um impacto duradouro no mercado digital.
O IMPACTO DA COR DO ESMALTE NA AUTOESTIMA FEMININA: UMA INVESTIGAÇÃO EMPÍRICA.
Authors: Lupetina Izadora de Menezes
Published: January 2025

O presente artigo analisa a influência da cor do esmalte na autoestima feminina. Partindo da premissa de que a cor afeta o psicológico humano, o estudo explora como o ato de pintar as unhas pode impactar o bem-estar e a autoestima das mulheres. A pesquisa fundamenta-se na teoria da psicologia das cores, que destaca como diferentes tonalidades podem evocar emoções variadas, conforme proposto por Goethe e Wundt. A metodologia envolve uma revisão bibliográfica e a aplicação de questionários virtuais a 109 mulheres em capitais brasileiras. Os resultados mostram que a maioria das respondentes relaciona o ato de pintar as unhas com uma elevação da autoestima. O estudo revela que a prática de embelezar as unhas está associada à satisfação das necessidades de estima, conforme a Pirâmide de Maslow. E que as cores escolhidas refletem sentimentos de poder, elegância e autoconfiança. Mostrando que, além de um ato estético, pintar as unhas pode ser um fator significativo na construção da autoestima feminina.
Análise dos Determinantes Sociais de Raça, Gênero e Idade na Evolução da Dengue no Distrito Federal em 2024.
Authors: Mello Lucas Rodrigues Vaz de , Peixoto Henry Maia
Published: January 2025

INTRODUÇÃO: Em 2024, o Distrito Federal enfrenta sua maior epidemia de dengue, registrando 10,7 vezes mais notificações em relação ao mesmo período de 2023. Logo, os determinantes sociais, em especial
ARTEFATO SIMULANDO INFARTO AGUDO DO MIOCÁRDIO COM SUPRADESNIVELAMENTO DO SEGMENTO ST EM PACIENTE DIALÍTICO
Authors:   Instituto do Coração (InCor) do Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo-HCFMUSP, São Paulo, SP, Brasil, de Oliveira Silva Marina , da Costa Berigo João Alexandre ,   Instituto do Coração (InCor) do Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo-HCFMUSP, São Paulo, SP, Brasil, Rodrigues Andrade Alan ,   Instituto do Coração (InCor) do Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo-HCFMUSP, São Paulo, SP, Brasil, Bailoni Andreon Matheus Henrique ,   Instituto do Coração (InCor) do Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo-HCFMUSP, São Paulo, SP, Brasil, Chen Wu Tan ,   Instituto do Coração (InCor) do Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo-HCFMUSP, São Paulo, SP, Brasil, Scanavacca Maurício Ibrahim ,   Instituto do Coração (InCor) do Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo-HCFMUSP, São Paulo, SP, Brasil
Published: January 2025

O supradesnivelamento do segmento ST no eletrocardiograma (ECG) pode ocorrer por diversas causas, sendo uma das principais o infarto agudo do miocárdio. Dentre suas etiologias, pode-se citar causas cardíacas, não cardíacas e artefatos de ECG, que diferem completamente na tomada de conduta. O presente relato visa exemplificar uma causa incomum que deve ser reconhecida de prontidão para evitar condutas inadequadas e equivocadas
Uso del Gimkit como Recurso Didáctico para Ambientar la Enseñanza-Aprendizaje Virtual
Authors: Jaramillo Jimbo Juan Gabriel , Masaquiza Guamán Ana Bélgica , Quishpe Quishpe Verónica Paulina , Wisum Sensu Neida Daniela
Published: January 2025

La educación virtual demanda el uso efectivo de herramientas tecnológicas para potenciar el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje. Este estudio analiza el uso de Gimkit como recurso didáctico tecnológico para ambientar la enseñanza-aprendizaje virtual en la carrera de Educación Básica e Inicial de una institución de educación superior ecuatoriana. La investigación siguió un enfoque cuantitativo, no experimental y transversal, con nivel descriptivo, aplicando un cuestionario online de 11 ítems con escala Likert a 132 estudiantes seleccionados mediante muestreo no aleatorio. Los resultados evidencian que Gimkit es valorado positivamente en cuatro aspectos fundamentales: facilidad de uso (61%), motivación (59,1%), interacción y participación (72%), y utilidad (69,5%). Además, se destacó su efectividad en la comprensión de contenidos (71,2%), fomento del aprendizaje autónomo (77,5%) y dinamismo en la interacción (89,5%). La investigación concluye que Gimkit representa una innovación significativa en la ambientación del proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje virtual, con una valoración promedio del 92,05% en términos de pertinencia y factibilidad desde la perspectiva estudiantil.
Analysis of factors that affect the performance of nurses in inpatient room type c hospitals in 2024
Authors: Yul Andrinatha  , Syawal Kamiluddin Saptaputra  , Ranno Marlany Rachman
Published: January 2025

Background: The professionalism of nurses in providing nursing services can affect the results of nurse performance. If the performance of nurses in basic services is maximum, then the quality of health services will be better. The decline in performance results in patient and family satisfaction, which will have an impact on the quality of hospital services. One of the factors that affect the risk of declining performance is workload, working period, motivation and incentives. This study aims to analyze the influence of workload, work period, motivation and incentives on the performance of nurses in the Type C Hospital Inpatient Room in 2024.

Methods: The type of research used is observational analytical research using a cross sectional research design with univariate tests, bivariate and multivariate tests. The population in this study is all nurses in the Inpatient Room of Type C Hospital with a sampling technique using a total sampling of 131 people. Data analysis uses chi-square test and logistic regression.

Results: The results showed that there was an effect of workload on the performance of nurses in the Inpatient Room of Type C Hospital (0.001<0.05), there was no effect of working period on the performance of nurses in the Inpatient Room of Type C Hospital (0.312>0.05), there was an effect between motivation on the performance of nurses in the Inpatient Room of Type C Hospital (0.001<0.05), and there was an effect between incentives on the performance of nurses in the Inpatient Room of Type C Hospital (0.001<0.05). The motivation variable was the most influential variable on performance with an Exp(B) result of 42,991.

Conclusion: Therefore, efforts to improve nurse performance must focus more on efforts to increase nurses' work motivation. In addition, workload reduction and incentive system evaluation also need to be carried out to support the improvement of nurse performance.
Streamlining procurement processes in engineering and construction companies: A comparative analysis of best practices
Authors: Joseph Ozigi Basiru  , Chinelo Linda Ejiofor  , Ekene Cynthia Onukwulu  , Rita Uchenna Attah
Published: January 2025

The procurement process in engineering and construction (E&C) companies is a critical function that directly impacts project success, cost-efficiency, and schedule adherence. This study explores best practices in procurement, comparing their adoption and effectiveness across leading E&C organizations globally. By addressing challenges such as supplier evaluation, contract management, cost control, and supply chain risks, this analysis highlights strategies for streamlining procurement to achieve operational excellence. The research identifies digital transformation as a key driver, with technologies like Building Information Modeling (BIM), procurement automation, and data analytics enhancing visibility and decision-making across procurement cycles. Additionally, supplier relationship management (SRM) emerges as a vital practice, fostering collaboration and innovation while mitigating risks. Emphasis on sustainability is another critical trend, with green procurement and circular economy principles becoming standard practices in leading firms. A comparative analysis of case studies demonstrates the tangible benefits of integrating these practices. For example, automation and artificial intelligence in procurement have reduced processing times by over 30% in firms that adopted advanced solutions. Companies prioritizing SRM report enhanced supplier performance and resilience against disruptions. Furthermore, firms with robust sustainability frameworks have gained competitive advantages by aligning with global environmental and social governance (ESG) standards. This study concludes by offering actionable recommendations for procurement optimization, emphasizing the need for technology adoption, talent development, and robust risk management frameworks. By integrating these practices, E&C companies can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance their competitive positioning in a dynamic market.
Associations between menstrual cycle and gum disease
Authors: Aqsa Sjuhada Oki  , Cheng Hwee Ming  , Michelle Liong  , Zalsabilla Faratria Dinda Hapsari  , Tasya Horax
Published: January 2025

Background: In clinical practice, a common issue observed among adolescent girls undergoing puberty is a condition known as puberty gingivitis. This condition presents with symptoms such as swollen gums, gum inflammation, and bleeding, which tend to appear and disappear in cycles corresponding to the phases of the menstrual cycle. These recurring symptoms highlight a link between hormonal changes during puberty and oral health. Hormonal fluctuations, particularly those involving estrogen and progesterone, have a substantial impact on dental health, resulting in disorders such menstrual gingivitis. These biological aspects emphasize the need for a full knowledge of the mechanisms behind menstrual gingivitis and its larger implications for periodontal health.

Objective: To review the association between menstrual cycle and gum disease, and to determine the specific hormones causing these conditions.

Methods: This study was conducted by methodically searching for a variety of literature types that were relevant to the subject matter being discussed as references. The design of this research is literature review. The study was done in the end of 2024.

Results: Menstrual gingivitis is gum inflammation caused by hormonal changes, particularly estrogen and progesterone, during the menstrual cycle. It is common in puberty and the luteal phase, with adolescents being more susceptible. Regular oral care and awareness of hormonal effects can help prevent it.

Conclusion: Menstrual gingivitis is caused by hormonal fluctuations and aggravated by stress, resulting in repeated gum inflammation. Teenagers and women are especially vulnerable during puberty and menstruation. To promote periodontal health and overall well-being, effective therapy includes treating hormone shifts, stress, and oral hygiene issues
Assessing the effect of open distance and E-learning (ODeL) in enhancing women’s access to higher education in Zambia
Authors: Mwansa Patrick  , Chanda Chansa Thelma  , Loveness Ngulube
Published: January 2025

Gender inequality remains a significant issue in developing nations, where many women face social, cultural, and political stigmas, stereotypes, and subjugations. Lack of education is a primary cause of these inequalities, disproportionately affecting women. Highly educated women are often perceived as rude, uncooperative, and incapable of managing household duties, discouraging some women and their parents from pursuing higher education. This study aimed at assessing the effect of Open Distance and E-Learning (ODeL) in enhancing women’s access to higher education in Zambia. The study utilized a desk review methodology, examining relevant empirical literature to identify main themes and extract knowledge gaps. The study found that women are significantly marginalized by conventional learning systems at the university level, with restrictive socio-economic factors being the primary barriers to accessing tertiary education. The study further established that ODeL provide women with the flexibility to study while working and managing family responsibilities. ODeL helps women overcome constraints related to time, space, resources, and socio-economic barriers, significantly contributing to their empowerment. The study therefore recommends pursuing policies and programs to develop information and communication technology (ICT) and open distance education to broaden access to quality educational opportunities for women in higher education.
Health promotion programs for the development of daily living skills in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders
Authors: Hatzi Halil Emine  , Agathi Stathopoulou
Published: January 2025

The aim of this research is to highlight the health and wellness promotion programs that address the daily lives of people with special educational needs. Health promotion is an approach used to improve the health and quality of life of every person. For many years now, a lot of countries globally have taken advantage of economic and social resources to provide health promoting services in various contexts such as school and community-based facilities. In this review, these frameworks are mentioned, by giving emphasis to health promotion in the community and the enhancement of independent living skills. For people with disabilities, health promotion and the independent living movement has started its activity in recent years, which was a reason chosen to focus on these people, as the literature is limited but the needs in this field vary. The aim of the project is to explore the needs of young people and adults with neurodevelopmental disorders and following a holistic approach, to propose solutions with the various health promotion programs, which may enhance life skills and promote the health, independence and quality of life of people with disabilities.
A new record of the African dwarf sawshark Pristiophorus nancyae (Chondrichthyes: Pristiophoridae) from the Indian Ocean dating back to the 1960s
Authors: Jesco Seifert
Published: January 2025

The African dwarf sawshark (Pristiophorus nancyae) is a small representative of the sawshark family (Pristiophoridae). It was described in 2011 based on 8 individuals from Mozambique. In 2014 and 2020, these records were supplemented by 15 more specimens. Nevertheless, the African dwarf sawshark remains one of the least studied species in its already poor studied family. A new record of an aged juvenile specimen of the African dwarf sawshark allows us to expand the previously known knowledge about this shark species. In addition, the specimen examined represents the earliest known record of P. nancyae, as the individual in question was caught in the 1960s - approximately 50 years before the first description in 2011. The publication of new images is intended to supplement the previously known information about the appearance of the African dwarf sawshark and explicitly show the tooth morphology of this shark species.
LA SICUREZZA ALIMENTARE TRA PROCEDIMENTO, AZIONI STRATEGICHE E SISTEMA DI CONTROLLI
Authors: Laus Federico
Published: January 2025

La complessità del settore agroalimentare ha imposto una architettura di gestione del rischio multilivello, in cui sono coinvolti produttore, distributore, autorità di vigilanza nazionali, amministrazioni nazionali e numerosi soggetti sovranazionali, competenti ai sensi della vasta disciplina comunitaria e nazionale progressivamente intervenuta. Tale disciplina riguarda l’intera filiera alimentare, in modo integrato, e, applicando un approccio one health, si occupa degli aspetti di sicurezza della produzione primaria, delle condizioni igieniche nella trasformazione alimentare, nell’imballaggio, nell’etichettatura e dei controlli ufficiali sulla conformità alla sicurezza alimentare. Il carattere trasversale e multidisciplinare delle competenze richieste dall’amministrazione e dalle procedure di sicurezza alimentare è qui proiettato nella composizione del volume che raccoglie contributi in tema di gestione del rischio, controlli ufficiali e controlli frontalieri, pesticidi, additivi, microbiologia predittiva, cooperazione interistituzionale, profili di analisi che coinvolgono tanto la regolamentazione del mercato quanto l’attenzione alla tutela della salute.
I colori del tempo e dell’anima tra Occidente e Vicino Oriente
Authors: C. D. Panaino Antonio
Published: January 2025

This contribution summaries some results of a work in progress dedicated to the philosophical and theological Zoroastrian interpretation of the role of the supreme god, Ohrmazd, as a dyer. This image has been framed within a net of pertinent doctrines, concerning the Christian idea of the “baptism” as a tincture obtained by means of an immersion, but also the image of Jesus the dyer, and the adaptation of these traditions within the Islāmic framework. The idea of a dying of the soul as an alchemic phenomenon is also part of this discussion, which involves Gnostic, Hermetic and Manichaean contributions. But the role of Ohrmazd as a super dyer, which gives all the colors, even the dark ones, and thus without any dualistic separation and opposition, is due to an Iranian elaboration of a Greek philosophical tradition, in which the colors can be visible thanks to the light. Within a theological framework, Ahreman in the abyss cannot be given with colors, but his black dye is due to the light of god. The article briefly discusses some philosophical chapters of the Pahlavi book known as Dēnkard, where the colors are connected with the social positive and negative classes and functions, within a picture which describes the tincture of time as a mixture of the different colors produced by the historical interaction, positive or negative, of these actors.
TOURISM EXPERIENCES, MOTIVATIONS, AND TRAVEL LIFESTYLES PREFERENCES FOR DOMESTIC TOURISTS: A CASE OF JORDAN
Authors:   University of Jordan, Faculty of Archaeology and Tourism, Amman, Jordan, ALLAN Mamoon
Published: January 2025

It is acknowledged that domestic tourism activities and movements have grown considerably in recent years,
particularly, after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, different dimensions of domestic tourism have received scant attention
in tourism research literature up till now. Therefore, the main purposes of the current study are to identify the push and pull
motivations, tourism experiences and travel lifestyle preferences for a sample of tourists undertaking domestic tourism
experiences in Jordan. Furthermore, this study seeks to explore the potential relationship between the push and pull motivations
and travel lifestyles preferences with the tourist experience for such tourists in Jordan. A quantitative approach was used in this
study, comprising of a self-administered questionnaire that involved inviting a convenience sample of 232 domestic tourists in
Jordan. The present study utilized validated and reliable scales that have been extensively applied across various tourism settings
to measure the motivations, tourists’ experiences, and travel lifestyles. Non-parametric methods, correlation analysis and a
series of multiple regressions were employed to examine the potential relationship between the different study variables. Taken
together, the results revealed that the major push factors behind tourists engaging in a domestic tourism experience were
relaxation, escape, and enjoyment, while the highest pull factors were weather and nature, available activities, and cost. Also, the
study showed that motivations were good predictors for tourist experience and there was a weak and negative relationship
between travel lifestyle and tourist experience. It is interesting to note that motivations for domestic tourism experiences for the
respondents have been driven more by internal factors than by external motivations. The findings of this study have gone some
way towards enhancing our understanding of tourist experience, motivations, and travel lifestyle constructs for domestic tourism
in Jordan. Moreover, this study provides additional evidence about the relationship between the motivations of domestic tourists
and their experiences and their lifestyles preferences. Collectively, assessment of the study variables can be helpful for evaluation
of the effectiveness of domestic tourism’s products, services and activities to fulfil the domestic tourists’ needs and preferences.
Efectul direct în materia achizițiilor directe: firele încurcate ale unui proces de integrare necesar
Authors:   Facultatea de Drept, Universitatea din București, ONIȘOR Amelia-Raluca
Published: January 2025

"The evolving narrative of the principle of direct effect as an agent of integration is complex, multifaceted and sometimes incongruous.
The article examines the principle of direct effect in the context of the historical development spanned over more than a 70 years period, with a declared purpose to make a new appraisal of this rule especially in the field of public procurement law.
We have observed that the Court prefers to automatically conclude that an EU norm opposes a certain national measure, without doing an estimation of the substantial requirements of direct effect. This automatism of the Court, to integrate the principle of direct effect into the natural interpretation of the norms of Union law, reveals the organic connection of the fundamental norm with the other original principles, the supremacy and the conforming interpretation and emphasizes its integrative character. However, we believe that such approach dilutes the essence of the interpretation, leading to greater confusion for national courts faced with the application of the same provisions of EU law. This legal fiction of direct effect has come of age, and the Court has in the meantime woven enough threads to help it draw up a canvas with a definite picture of the scope of this basic rule of Union law."
Dreptul muncii și securității sociale în lumea IA: provocări reale și soluții posibile
Authors:   Facultatea de Drept, Universitatea București, MOARCĂȘ Claudia-Ana
Published: January 2025

Humans as the essence of evolution have conditioned the development of human society through the ways in which they organize themselves and use materials, raw and otherwise, tools and instruments they have invented with a view of turning into account the aims of said development by labour. Changes occur in both parts of this relationship. Every historical age comprises, inter alia, the review of the man-labour relationship; the impact of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the contemporary society brings about a new dimension to this relationship. A defining characteristic of contemporary society is the fundamental role that is bestowed to human rights, including labour and social security law against the backdrop of human becoming. IA is an intrinsic component of this process and it has the double role of being a catalyst of general advancement and responsible to contribute to promoting and safeguarding fundamental rights. Updating and developing juridical regulation pertaining to the work and use of IA are imperative to the autonomy of labour and social security law, including by means of interacting with other branches of law and social science.
O istorie a judecății în absența părților – de la hotărârea dată în lipsă la suspendarea voluntară a judecății
Authors:   Facultatea de Drept, Universitatea București, STANCIU Rxoana
Published: January 2025

"The judgment given in the presence of the parties is a guarantee of a fair trial, while their absence from the debates no longer entails the loss of the trial. However, the waiver of due process guarantees, including hearings being conducted before both parties, must be express or must clearly result from the party's conduct. Otherwise, the court cannot continue the trial, a fact to which the law attaches the effect of an imperative norm.
The ""presumption of discontinuance"" on which the case of voluntary suspension of judgment is based, provided by art. 411 para. (1) point 2 C.civ.proc., has recently been combated by the theory that the party seeking a justified adjournment actually intends to prevent the voluntary stay. The implications and shortcomings of this theory will be discussed below, in contrast to the history of default judgments."
Infants recognized other-race faces when learning them with incidental emotional sounds
Authors: Guan Carie , Geller Naomi , Mammon Maya , Xiao Naiqi G
Published: January 2025

Recent research has revealed a facilitative effect of facial emotions on infants' face recognition; however, the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. To investigate the domain-generality of this effect, we examined whether emotional vocalizations enhance infants' recognition of other-race faces, a perceptual challenge during the first year of life. Infants (N = 61, 121– 404 days) were presented with emotionally neutral faces paired with happy, sad, or neutral vocal sounds in a within-subjects design. Experiment 1 assessed recognition using identical face images between the familiarization and test phases (data collected between November 2022 – September 2023), while Experiment 2 examined infants’ face recognition across viewpoint changes (data collected between February – May 2024). Across both experiments, infants exhibited successful face recognition only when they were learned with emotional sounds (happy and sad). This facilitative effect remained stable across the tested age range and did not differ between happy and sad vocalizations. Emotion’s facilitative effect may emerge early in development as Bayesian analyses further support this developmental invariance over 4 to 13 months of age. Infants’ eye movement data revealed comparable face looking patterns across emotional conditions, suggesting that the facilitation was not driven by changes in visual attention. These findings demonstrated that emotional signals, even when presented cross-modally and incidentally, can enhance face recognition in infancy. Early emotional processing possesses an integrative nature and is a critical catalyst for cognitive development. The wide selection of audio-visual stimuli ensured the generalizability of the current findings; other constraints on generality and sample demographics were discussed.
Written Documentation Errors in Aviation Maintenance: A Bibliography
Authors: Wanwen Wang
Published: January 2025

This bibliography compiles scholarly works identifying written documentation errors in aviation maintenance, a critical aspect of aviation safety. The resource serves as a comprehensive reference collection for researchers, practitioners, and industry professionals studying documentation-related issues in aircraft maintenance. Updated periodically, this self-archived bibliography aims to facilitate research development and knowledge sharing in this specialized field. The compilation includes peer-reviewed articles, technical reports, conference proceedings, and other relevant scholarly materials. Contributions and suggestions for additional references are welcome and can be sent to amber-wanwen.wang@connect.polyu.hk to ensure comprehensive coverage of this important aviation safety domain.
Assessing single camera markerless motion capture with OpenSim inverse kinematics during upper limb activities of daily living
Authors: Scott Bradley , McInnes Mhairi , Chadwick Edward , Blana Dimitra
Published: January 2025

This study evaluates the accuracy of single-camera markerless motion capture (SCMoCap) using Microsoft's Azure Kinect, enhanced with inverse kinematics (IK) via OpenSim, for upper limb movement analysis. Twelve healthy adults performed ten upper-limb tasks, simultaneously recorded by OptiTrack (marker-based) and Azure Kinect (markerless) from frontal and sagittal views. Joint angles were calculated using two methods: (1) direct kinematics based on body coordinate frames and (2) inverse kinematics using OpenSim’s IK tool based on anatomical keypoints. Accuracy was assessed using root mean square error (RMSE) and Bland-Altman analysis. Results indicated that the inverse kinematics method slightly improved joint angle agreement with OptiTrack for simpler movements, achieving an average RMSE of 8° for shoulder elevation in the sagittal plane compared to 9° with the coordinate frame method. However, for rotational measurements, both methods showed higher RMSEs overall, with the IK method at 22° and the coordinate frame method at 23° for shoulder rotation in the sagittal plane. Additionally, elbow pronation-supination measurements were unreliable due to tracking limitations. These findings suggest that the Kinect with IK offers overall improvement compared to the direct kinematics method and can be used with relatively low error for simpler movements, but still struggles with rotational joint mechanics. Future research should focus on enhancing markerless tracking algorithms to fully realise the benefits of IK.