bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Ethical Considerations in AI-Based Marketing: Balancing Profit and Consumer Trust.
Authors: Et al. Swati Sharma
Published: October 2023

In the age of artificial intelligence (AI), marketing has evolved into a data-driven, personalized, and highly efficient discipline. AI-based marketing tools and algorithms offer businesses unparalleled opportunities to understand and engage with their target audiences. However, this technological advancement raises profound ethical questions regarding the intersection of profit-seeking and consumer trust. This paper explores the intricate relationship between ethical considerations in AI-based marketing and the delicate equilibrium between profitability and the preservation of consumer trust.The paper begins by delving into the ethical challenges that emerge as AI is integrated into marketing strategies. It emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in AI-based marketing practices. Highlighting the need for clear communication regarding data collection, AI utilization, and decision-making processes, the paper argues that transparency can serve as the cornerstone for fostering trust among consumers.Data privacy and consent form another critical aspect of ethical AI-based marketing. [1] It also stresses the need for robust data protection measures to safeguard customer information, thereby mitigating the risk of breaches and misuse.Balancing personalization with intrusion is a central theme, as AI enables hyper-targeted marketing campaigns. The paper underscores the importance of respecting user preferences and avoiding overly invasive tactics that may erode trust.AI-generated content is examined within the context of marketing ethics.Data security, customer profiling, accessibility, and ethical AI development are also discussed in detail as integral aspects of ethical considerations in AI-based marketing. It demonstrates that striking a harmonious balance between profit and consumer trust in AI-based marketing requires a proactive commitment to ethical principles. It advocates for responsible AI development, ongoing monitoring, and adaptability to evolving ethical standards. By adhering to these principles, businesses can maximize the potential of AI in marketing while ensuring that consumer trust remains a cornerstone of their success. Ultimately, the paper underscores the imperative for businesses to navigate the AI-based marketing landscape with a steadfast commitment to ethical considerations, thereby fostering enduring consumer trust and sustainable profitability.
The Commodification of History: Debunking Processes of Authenticity and Simulacra in Julian Barnes’ England, England 1999.
Authors: ZIANI Rabia , BAHOUS Abbes
Published: October 2023

Englishness has become a focal point of research and exploration, placing itself at the heart of debates within contemporary literary criticism. In this article, I will be taking Julian Barnes‘ England, England 1999 as a case study to highlight the workings of the aspects of authenticity and simulacra by attempting to break down the mechanisms that contribute to the rebranding of national identity as well as presenting an account of postmodern reflections of the novel. I also try to highlight the obvious influence of the author by French elements in terms of form and technique.  My research touches upon the unreliability of memory, historical commodification and narrative techniques of perspectivation and characterisation amongst others, in order to showcase how Barnes manages through the amalgamation of particular techniques to denounce the artificiality of authenticity as a whole, and in focus, that of Englishness.
Investigating English Use within ESP Learners’ Practices and Interactions through BE & EOP Classroom Observation
Authors: BENDOUKHA Fatima , BELKHEIR Bouhadjer Fethi
Published: October 2023

Classroom observations are used in language teaching to provide teachers with constructive critical feedback aimed at improving classroom instructional techniques. This paper represents a comprehensive framework for class observation within business English learners at the Graduate School of Economy of Oran, Algeria, and English Occupational Trainees at the SONATRACH learning institution.  This investigation aims to confer a practical and detailed insight into learners’ use of mother-tongue and French language while performing their English learning tasks and so forth in interacting between them and with their teacher of English. To generate useful data, we have selected two methods: a "classroom observation system" and a classroom assessment scoring system.  The findings show that the relative frequency of language used by the English for Specific Purposes (ESP) learners was not regular or stable. Each time the use of English, the second foreign language (FL2) is low, the use of other languages, French as the first foreign language (FL1) and the Mother-tongue: Algerian Arabic dialect (MT) is high and vice versa. Accordingly, the informants fall into the category of unbalanced use of languages with a steady involvement in learning activities due to certain criteria that would be discussed and explicated in the paper in hands.
Successful Communicative Strategies for Managing a Faculty Hiring Interview
Authors: TIAIBA Imane
Published: October 2023

This paper investigates the job interview discourse during faculty staff hiring, in the Department of the English Language and Literature, within an EFL context. A discursive approach to the talk is applied to examine successful applicants’ communicative strategies to get positive feedback from their interviewers, according to the communicative purposes of the faculty hiring interview and requirements of an assistant lecturer position. To attain this goal, a micro-level discourse analysis considered extracts of twenty (N=20) job interviews that were recorded during real faculty hiring interviews held in English at two Algerian universities. Successful candidates were selected depending on their performance during four common interview phases: self-introduction, research presentation, negotiation of expertise and related position tasks, and discussing future plans. The qualitative analysis yielded an inventory of successful candidates’ communicative strategies that could be enhanced and introduced to design English for Specific Purposes (ESP) courses in for training students in interview communication.
Betegek a betegbiztonságról
Authors: Báldy Barbara , Safadi Heléna , Lám Judit
Published: October 2023

Napjainkban a betegek szerepe megváltozott, részvételük az ellátásban fontossá vált a betegbiztonság megteremtésének érdekében. Összefoglalónk célja annak bemutatása, mit tudnak a betegbiztonságról maguk a betegek, és miként vélekednek saját szerepükről. Irodalomkutatásunkba a 2017 és 2021 között megjelent nemzetközi, angol nyelvű cikkek közül összesen 55 releváns cikk kutatási eredménye került feldolgozásra. A betegek nézőpontját vizsgáló kutatásoknak nem találtuk egységes keretrendszerét, így négy dimenziót (szerep, igény, tudás, megélés) definiálva dolgoztuk fel a szakirodalmi eredményeket. A vizsgált kutatások eredményei rávilágítottak arra, hogy a betegek számos területet csak kevéssé társítanak a betegbiztonsághoz. Kiemelt téma számukra ugyanakkor az egészségügyi dolgozók és a betegek közötti kielégítő és empatikus kommunikáció. Részvételük az ellátásban eltérő mélységű, amit az ismeretekmegléte vagy hiánya, az egyéni hajlandóság, az adott szituáció és az ellátók hozzáállása is befolyásol. A betegek egyre jobban törekszenek a saját ellátásukban való aktív szerepvállalásra. A betegek bevonásának, ösztönzésének fontos eszköze az empatikus kommunikáció, az érzelmi biztonságot teremtő légkör és a betegek tudásának növelése. Aktív részvételük pozitív hatással van az ellátás minőségére, ami a hozzátartozók részvételével tovább növelhető. A betegbiztonság fejlesztésében törekedni kell a betegek bevonására, saját szerepük erősítésére. Mind az ellátórendszerben dolgozók, mind a betegek oldaláról a kérdéskör tudatos kezelése és átfogó edukációs programok által történő erősítése lenne indokolt.
Walt Whitman, John Mahay, and Urotrauma in the American Civil War
Authors: Witthaus Michael , Hines Laena , Mathews Eric , Rabinowitz Marni , Hudak Steven , Rabinowitz Ronald
Published: October 2023

Objectives Walt Whitman (1819-1892) was a visionary American poet who inspired innovation within the literary landscape, choosing to preserve real, complex life with poetic imagery. He also chose to volunteer as a nurse during the American Civil War, daring to confront the violent, painful reality of war’s aftermath with precision and unflinching honesty. The United States Sanitary Commission organized volunteer nursing for the Union Army during the Civil War (1861-1865). Our objective is to investigate the urologic management and perspectives of Walt Whitman during his service as a nurse during the American Civil War. Methods We conducted a review of the literature pertaining to Walt Whitman, his clinical practice, and his relationship to John Mahay during the Civil War. A review of textbooks, peer-reviewed articles, works of prose, and government archives was performed. Original publications and images were reviewed through the Walt Whitman Archive, Library of Congress, the National Museum of Health and Medicine, and the archives of the International Journal of Urologic History. Results During the Civil War, Whitman cared for numerous patients, including Private John Mahay, who sustained a penetrating GU injury during the second battle of Bull Run (August 29th, 1862). He passed several bone fragments per urethra, suggesting a PFUI (pelvic fracture urethral injury). Mahay continued his chronic urologic care with Walt Whitman. The entry and exit wounds resulted in fistulas to the urinary tract with documented blood, pus, and urine drainage. Mahay ultimately died on October 24th, 1863, after nearly a year of chronic urologic care. Several urinary stones were removed from Mahay’s bladder on autopsy and archived. Whitman’s account of John Mahay preserved him as a living person, his travails, and sufferings prior to the advent of modern urologic care. Conclusions Walt Whitman’s Civil War writings chose to confront reality with honesty, precision, and eloquence. His commitment to John Mahay’s care during the Civil War underscores the essential human aspects involved in acute and chronic urologic care following traumatic injury.
A New Form of Smooth Cubic Surfaces with 9 Lines
Authors: KARAOĞLU Fatma
Published: October 2023

A smooth cubic surface has at most 27 lines, with equality if and only if the underlying field is algebraically closed. Only a few cases are possible regarding the number of lines over fields that are not algebraically closed. The next two cases of interest are smooth cubic surfaces with 15 or 9 lines. The author has recently settled the case of 15 lines. In this paper, we address the case of smooth cubic surfaces with 9 lines. We describe a way to create some cubic surfaces with 9 or more lines based on a set of six field elements. Conditions on the six parameters are given under which the surface has exactly 9, 15, or 27 lines. However, the problem of generating all cubic surfaces with 9 lines remains open.
DYNAMIC EVALUATION AND TEST OF ORALS: DIGITAL EFFICACY ON UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATES’ PERFORMANCE IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA
Authors: Bankole Olagunju Faloye  , Kolawole Thomas Ajisola
Published: October 2023

This paper presents a study exploring the efficacy of customised software, dynamic evaluation and Test of Orals (TEO) on the performance of university undergraduates in Southwest Nigeria. A multistage sampling procedure was used in selecting 200 students from two public universities in Southwest Nigeria. A quasi-experimental design and descriptive survey-type research design were used to investigate the impact of customised software ( Kollit ) on 200 students randomly selected for the study. Two hypotheses were raised. The instrument for data collection was the Students' Oral English Proficiency Test (SOEPT). The Cronbach Alfa method was used to establish the reliability coefficient for SOEPT, which was found to be 0.68. A One-Way Analysis of Variance was utilised to test the hypotheses at a 0.05 significance level. The study results indicated a significant increase in academic performance on the part of the students after implementing the customised software. The findings suggested that the customised software could improve the performance and evaluation of students in the Test of Orals. The study concludes by discussing the potential limitations of the study while offering recommendations for future research
Lip lift: smile rejuvenation and reshaping
Authors: Sanches Vargas Junior Carlos , Gomes Eleutério Rachel , De Moraes Trazzi Beatriz Flávia , Vieira Buchaim Daniela , Leone Buchaim Rogério , De Souza Bastos Mazuqueli Pereira Eliana
Published: October 2023

Currently, there is a growing demand for procedures for facial esthetic treatment, and knowledge on the proportions between facial anatomical structures is the key to esthetic planning. The aging process, worsened by the effect of gravity, as well as ethnic differences, causes variations in these proportions; over time, there are changes in bones, arrangement of fat tissue, muscle fibers and in the skin, causing important changes in the subnasal portion of the upper lip. One of the treatment options for facial rejuvenation is the lip lift procedure, an esthetic-functional surgery for upper lip repositioning that provides better contour and lip volume, adequate exposure of teeth and a more harmonious smile. This paper shows a clinical case of a young female patient, dissatisfied with her facial esthetics, due to the presence of a thin upper lip and little exposure of maxillary anterior teeth during smile. With proper planning, the patient underwent a lip lift procedure, which contributed to rejuvenation of this facial segment, recovering the lip anatomy and restoring the patient's self-esteem and youthfulness.
Mapeamento científico e tecnológico sobre Impressão 3D
Authors: Sampaio Santos Isabella , Jorge Eduardo , Almeida Mayara , Lobato Peterson , Araújo Marcio , Filho Aloisio , Saba Hugo
Published: October 2023

A Impressão 3D é tida como uma das tecnologias reveladas pela quarta revolução industrial e considerada por muitos autores elemento fundamental nas transformações dos processos produtivos do século XXI. Para além dos ambientes fabris, a Impressão 3D está presente em diversos espaços e nas mais diversas áreas na sociedade global. Esta foi a motivação desta pesquisa, que se debruçou na realização de um mapeamento histórico e tecnológico baseado em informações de publicações científicas e tecnológicas (artigos e patentes) com o objetivo de compreender como é o processo de surgimento e desenvolvimento de tecnologias no processo de inovação. Assim, a partir de uma categorização temporal histórica por décadas, foi possível analisar as interações científicas e tecnológicas com os processos de inovação e desenvolvimento desde a descoberta de fatores que motivaram a invenção dos primeiros processos e equipamentos da manufatura aditiva. Essa investigação, portanto, possibilitou construção de um novo percurso metodológico, definição de cenários importantes sobre a impressão 3D, além de identificação dos principais atores associados à impressão 3D.
A participação das mulheres nas startups brasileiras
Authors: Gomes Daniel de Oliveira , Vasconcelos Lucas Miranda de , Mocambite Viviane Silva Costa Novo , Silva Aldenor Mocambite da , Souza Neto Rômulo Andrade de
Published: October 2023

Em participação recente na disciplina Estudos Organizacionais Contemporâneos, estudou-se temas acerca de gênero. A partir das diversas leituras para atividades da disciplina, despertou o interesse nos autores em verificar como se dá a participação das mulheres nas startups brasileiras. Os autores realizaram pesquisa bibliográfica em revistas brasileiras e sites especializados no tema, com o objetivo de verificar como se dá a participação das mulheres nesse universo organizacional das startups. Como resultados, o que se encontrou foi um panorama nacional em que ainda existem diferenças entre quantidade e ações a serem mitigadas, quando o tema é fundação de startups por mulheres. O que se pode destacar com os achados é que esse cenário vem melhorando gradativamente e tem recebido apoio com ações diversas em várias regiões pelo Brasil, que estão fomentando uma maior participação das mulheres nesse campo das startups.
Smart Home with Voice Control Lights Using Arduino Uno R3
Authors: Mamahit Calvin , Wauran Alfrets , Manoppo Franky , Seke Fransiskus , Ticoh Janne
Published: October 2023

The development of science and technology has positively impacted human life, which has now reached the age of electric voice commands. An intelligent home management system allows humans to operate their house's electrical gadgets, such as lighting, using simple voice commands, eliminating the need to move around to switch on or off equipment. When users of indoor lighting use sound waves to operate the system or turn on the lights, the sound sensor sends an input signal to the microcontroller, which is then processed with the microcontroller's output in the form of a voltage to turn on the load. The system will function when the FC-04 sound sensor receives sound input (sound code). The FC-04 sound sensor can only provide a digital output signal with a value of 1 and 0 in the form of a clap, which is then accumulated on Arduino with a value above 400 million by the program uploaded to be used as a 5-volt output to turn on/off the lights. This is because when turning on the lights from a certain distance, several factors can affect it, including setting the sound sensor's sensitivity and noise levels in the surrounding area.
Mestizaje y alteridades camufladas: identidad nacional venezolana y el fenómeno de las migraciones
Authors: Biord Horacio
Published: October 2023

Este trabajo analiza el concepto de identidad nacional en Venezuela. Sugiere elementos para la comprensión de fenómenos étnicos involucrados en los procesos de migración e inmigración y de adaptación a la sociedad venezolana en la segunda mitad del siglo XX. Se discute la idea del mestizaje como elemento fundador de la ideología dominante sobre la identidad y la cultura venezolanas y el uso político y propagandístico de los conceptos de “identidad nacional” y “mestizaje”. Se muestra cómo la simplificación de las realidades socioculturales y étnicas del país le ha restado visibilidad social a las minorías y grupos locales o regionales, así como a inmigrantes. Se enfatiza la importancia de una adecuada comprensión del fenómeno de la identidad para entender las expresiones socioculturales e identitarias de las migraciones.
Lo chino y lo panameño en Techumbres, Guijarros y Pueblo… de Eustorgio Chong Ruíz
Authors: Morales Ana
Published: October 2023

El presente trabajo contiene los avances de mi investigación doctoral, cuyo objetivo es analizar, en un corpus selecto de cuatro obras, la narrativa de escritores panameños de ascendencia china para descubrir rasgos literarios y lingüísticos de su herencia ancestral y de la cultura de contacto. En este artículo, en particular, se llevó a cabo un análisis hermenéutico del libro de cuentos Techumbres, guijarros y pueblo… (1967) del escritor chino panameño Eustorgio Chong Ruíz. Además, a través de un análisis documental con el software Atlas ti se validó la riqueza literaria de la obra, por un lado, y por el otro, se identificaron los rasgos semiótico-lingüísticos, que permiten develar la existencia de una filiación del escritor con la cultura panameña, pero también con la cultura heredada de sus ancestros.
Tecnologías y prácticas que utilizan los productores en el manejo poscosecha de maíz y frijol en Estelí, Madriz y Nueva Segovia, Nicaragua
Authors: Obregón Noemí del Carmen , Gómez Gutiérrez Oscar José
Published: October 2023

Un adecuado manejo poscosecha contribuye a garantizar la seguridad alimentaria y el valor agregado de la producción de granos. Los productores recurren a la realización de tecnologías y prácticas poscosecha, con fines de evitar pérdidas. El estudio se centró en el análisis de la situación actual de acondicionamiento y almacenamiento de maíz (Zea mays L.) y frijol (Phaseolus vulgaris L.), que utilizan los productores de pequeña escala de producción en la reducción de pérdidas poscosecha. Se aplicaron 379 encuestas, distribuidos en los departamentos de Estelí, Madriz y Nueva Segovia, Nicaragua, durante el periodo 2019-2020. Los resultados del estudio destacan que, en las operaciones de acondicionamiento, la etapa de presecado a nivel de campo y el aporreo manual representan algunos problemas en el deterioro del grano, esto es debido al uso de prácticas inadecuadas y condiciones climáticas. En el sistema de manejo del grano almacenado, se utilizan silos, sacos y barriles, aplicando para el manejo de plagas de almacén, en su mayoría, productos químicos. Las pérdidas poscosecha en los granos tienen una importancia económica, social y alimentaria que muchas veces no se valora en su verdadera dimensión, existiendo pérdidas en cantidad y calidad.
Análise de um livro de tarefas de Língua Brasileira de Sinais (Libras)/Português a partir dos princípios da aprendizagem colaborativa
Authors: Romanhol Thaysa Dos Anjos Silva , Figueiredo Francisco José Quaresma de , Oliveira-Silva Claudney Maria de
Published: October 2023

Vários estudos têm nos mostrado a importância da interação e da colaboração no processo de aprendizagem de línguas (ver, por exemplo, FIGUEIREDO, 2006, 2019; FREITAS, 2020; OLIVEIRA-SILVA, 2017; SWAIN; LAPKIN, 1998, entre outros). Tendo isto em mente, o objetivo desde artigo é apresentar a análise de um livro utilizado para o ensino de Língua Brasileira de Sinais (Libras) e Língua Portuguesa e verificar em que medida as tarefas nele propostas contemplam os princípios da aprendizagem colaborativa. Para a realização deste estudo, adotamos uma abordagem de cunho qualitativo do tipo documental (GIL, 2010; GOLDENBERG, 1999), uma vez que analisamos tarefas de um livro utilizado para o ensino de Libras como L2. Os critérios utilizados para a escolha da obra analisada foram as avaliações positivas feitas por usuários do livro, além da grande oferta para compra disponível na web. Adotamos a análise de pré-utilização de material, estabelecida por critérios, de acordo com a teoria de Tomlinson e Masuhara (2005). Após a análise da obra e das tarefas, concluímos que o livro não contempla o ensino de Libras como L2 numa Abordagem Colaborativa, e praticamente todas as tarefas se enquadram na Abordagem Tradicional de ensino. Ao final do artigo, sugerimos como podem ser feitas adaptações para que essas tarefas se tornem colaborativas, com foco no ensino de Libras como L2. As adaptações configuram-se como novas possibilidades de se trabalharem as tarefas em sala de aula, envolvendo estudantes surdos e ouvintes.
Development of a Database of Peptides with Potential for Pharmacological Intervention in Human Pathogen Molecular Targets.
Authors: Gonzalez Micael da Silva Pirazoli , Cheohen Caio , Andriolo Bruce Veiga , Da Silva Manuela Leal
Published: October 2023

Peptides are polymeric chains used as research objects in the search for new drugs with greater efficacy and fewer side effects. Therefore, we created three databases of antimicrobial peptides (GONZALEZ et al., 2023) using PubChem and ChEMBL. First we acquired the Simplified Molecular-Input Line-Entry System (SMILES) of several peptides belonging to different types of pathogens, namely bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi. Using the OpenBabel software, these SMILES had their file formats and structures converted to create: one database in one dimension SMI format, and two with three-dimensional MOL2 and PDB file formats. In total the three databases consists of 718 peptides that have been shown to possess inhibtory activity on molecular targets of clinically important pathogens.
Mechanism for Preventing Shariah Non-Compliance (SNC) Events in Islamic Financial Institutions
Authors: Ab Aziz Muhammad Ridhwan , Abdul Rahman Noor Naemah
Published: October 2023

Islamic financial institutions are fastest growing industry in all around the world. This occurred due to the need of Islamic banking and finance product among Muslim community as much as their concerns with Shariah non-compliance (SNC) event that may derive from banking and financial transaction. SNC event will raise the risk management of IFIs and have a negative influence on the IFIs' reputation among their present and future clients. Hence, this study is aimed to investigate the mechanism for preventing SNC events in Islamic financial institutions. This study employs a qualitative approach. This research achieves its objective through document analysis and interview with experts. Secondary data also gathered from sources such as journal papers and the websites of authorized authorities. General finding shows that, a sound Shariah governance and internal control mechanism are significant in overcome SNC events in Islamic financial institutions.
Pendekatan Intervensi Murid Tercicir Bagi Subjek Jawi di Sekolah Rendah Agama Negeri Selangor: Kajian Rintis
Authors: Rashed Dr. Zetty Nurzuliana , Sani Kamarulnizam , Sabilan Dr. Sapie , Hamzah Haslina , Hashim Munera
Published: October 2023

Tahun 2020 menyaksikan hampir semua sekolah dan universiti di seluruh dunia terpaksa ditutup bagi mengekang penularan wabak COVID-19. Akibatnya hampir 91 peratus atau sekurang-kurangnya 1.6 billion murid di seluruh dunia tidak dapat mengikuti pembelajaran seperti biasa. Senario yang berlaku ini juga memberi implikasi yang merunsingkan kepada murid yang mempelajari subjek Jawi di sekolah-sekolah agama (SRA). Melalui tinjauan awal pengkaji menerusi temubual yang dijalankan guru-guru Sekolah Rendah Agama (SRA) yang mengajar subjek ini mendapati bahawa sebahagian murid tidak dapat mengenal huruf-huruf hijaiyah dengan baik. Ada sebahagiannya pula masih tidak mampu menulis huruf Alif, Ba, dan sebagainya dengan betul. Di samping itu, terdapat murid yang tidak boleh mengeja jawi dengan betul walaupun sudah berada di darjah 4 dan seterusnyanya ada sebahagian guru menyatakan bahawa terdapat murid yang akan mengambil Ujian Penilaian Kelas Kafa (UPKK) berada pada tahap yang sangat lemah dari aspek penguasaaan tulisan jawi. Kajian ini merupakan kajian rintis yang dilaksanakan menerusi sesi temubual terhadap dua orang guru subjek Jawi, SRA, JAIS yang mengajar subjek JAWI di dua buah sekolah yang berbeza. Data dianalisis menggunakan pendekatan tematik analisis. Dapatan kajian mendapati bahawa guru yang menggunakan beberapa pendekatan intervensi yang bertujuan untuk membantu murid yang tercicir ini dapat menguasai semula tulisan jawi setelah mereka tercicir dan terkesan dalam pembelajaran secara atas talian semasa pandemik COVID-19.
Gender Differences in COVID-19 Among Liver Transplant Recipients - Results from a Multicenter Brazilian Cohort
Authors: Ataide Elaine Cristina , Riccetto Eduardo , Genzini Tercio , Santos Regina Gomes , Moreira Lucio F Pacheco , Pinto Laura Cristina Machado , Stucchi Raquel S B , Perales Simone Reges , Zanaga Leticia , Silva Renato Ferreira da , Silva Rita C M Ferreira da , Haddad Luciana , D'Albuquerque Luiz A C , Almeida Marcio Dias de , Watanabe Andre , Peixoto Gustavo S , Melo Claudio Moura Lacerda de , Ferreira Renata , Tefilli Nertan Luiz , Halpern Marcia , Godoy Maira Silva , Nogara Marcelo , Mancero Jorge Marcelo Padilla , Noujaim Huda Maria , Garcia José Huygens Parente , Rangel Erika Bevilaqua , Boin Ilka de Fátima Santana Ferreira
Published: October 2023

Introduction: Existing literature presents varying perspectives on the impact of COVID-19 on liver transplant recipients. However, no research has specifically investigated the role of gender differences in the manifestation of COVID-19 among liver transplant recipients. This study aims to examine the effects of COVID-19 on liver transplant recipients, with a focus on gender differences in disease presentation and progression. Methods: Conducted as a multicenter historical cohort study, this research collected patient records through an online questionnaire. Assessing COVID-related mortality was the main objective. Additionally, demographic, clinical, and laboratory data pertaining to disease presentation and progression were collected. Results:The study included a total of 283 patients, of whom 76 were female and 206 were male. The median follow-up period for males was 99 days (IQR 38-283), while for females, it was 126 days (IQR 44-291). A higher prevalence of cardiovascular disease was observed in males (p=0.002). Females frequently experienced a loss of smell (p=0.021), whereas males commonly exhibited fever (p=0.031). Levels of ALT and gamma-glutamyl transferase were significantly elevated in males (p=0.008 and 0.004, respectively). Although there was a trend towards increased mortality in males, it did not reach statistical significance.Conclusion: This study is the first attempt to investigate gender differences in COVID-19 among liver transplant recipients. Our findings highlight the need for a comprehensive and personalised approach to treating this patient population and underscore the importance of further elucidating the disease presentation in these individuals
Diferenças de Gênero na COVID-19 entre Receptores de Transplante de Fígado: Resultados de uma Coorte Multicêntrica Brasileira
Authors: Ataide Elaine Cristina , Riccetto Eduardo , Genzini Tercio , Santos Regina Gomes , Moreira Lucio F Pacheco , Pinto Laura Cristina Machado , Stucchi Raquel S B , Perales Simone Reges , Zanaga Leticia , Silva Renato Ferreira da , Silva Rita C M Ferreira da , Haddad Luciana , D'Albuquerque Luiz A C , Almeida Marcio Dias de , Watanabe Andre , Peixoto Gustavo S , Melo Claudio Moura Lacerda de , Ferreira Renata , Tefilli Nertan Luiz , Halpern Marcia , Godoy Maira Silva , Nogara Marcelo , Mancero Jorge Marcelo Padilla , Noujaim Huda Maria , Garcia José Huygens Parente , Rangel Erika Bevilaqua , Boin Ilka de Fátima Santana Ferreira
Published: October 2023

Introdução: A literatura existente apresenta perspectivas variadas sobre o impacto da COVID-19 em receptores de transplante de fígado. No entanto, nenhuma pesquisa investigou especificamente o papel das diferenças de gênero na manifestação da COVID-19 entre os receptores de transplante de fígado. Este estudo pretende examinar os efeitos da COVID-19 em receptores de transplante de fígado, com foco nas diferenças de gênero na apresentação e progressão da doença. Métodos: Conduzida como um estudo de coorte histórico multicêntrico, esta pesquisa coletou registros de pacientes por meio de um questionário on-line. O principal objetivo foi avaliar a mortalidade relacionada à COVID. Além disso, foram coletados dados demográficos, clínicos e laboratoriais relativos à apresentação e progressão da doença. Resultados: O estudo incluiu um total de 283 pacientes, sendo 76 do sexo feminino e 206 do sexo masculino. O período médio de acompanhamento para os homens foi de 99 dias (IQR 38-283), enquanto para as mulheres foi de 126 dias (IQR 44-291). Foi observada uma maior prevalência de doença cardiovascular nos homens (p=0,002). As mulheres frequentemente apresentavam perda de olfato (p=0,021), enquanto os homens geralmente apresentavam febre (p=0,031). Os níveis de ALT e gama-glutamil transferase foram significativamente elevados nos homens (p=0,008 e 0,004, respectivamente). Embora tenha havido uma tendência de aumento da mortalidade nos homens, ela não alcançou significância estatística. Conclusão: Este estudo é a primeira tentativa de investigar as diferenças de gênero na COVID-19 entre os receptores de transplante de fígado. Nossos achados destacam a necessidade de uma abordagem abrangente e personalizada para tratar essa população de pacientes e ressaltam a importância de elucidar melhor a apresentação da doença nesses indivíduos.
Engaging Resource-Constrained Countries in Research Trials of HIV and Cancer: Lessons from Sub-Saharan Africa and the AIDS Malignancy Consortium
Authors: He Bowen , Phipps Warren , Aboulafia David M.
Published: October 2023

HIV contributes significantly to the global burden of cancer. In developing countries, AIDS-defining cancers predominate due to inconsistent access to antiretroviral therapy (ART). Even though AIDS-defining cancers are now less common in developed countries, the prevalence of non-AIDS-defining cancers (NADCs) has increased due to longer life expectancy in a milieu of chronic immune activation, exposure to oncogenic viruses, lifestyle factors, and environmental variables. In resource-constrained countries with inconsistent access to ART, Kaposi sarcoma, aggressive B-cell lymphomas, and cervical cancer continue to be a large problem. Not only do people living with HIV (PLWH) face higher cancer incidence and mortality, but they also encounter persistent stigmatization and barriers to equitable access to cancer treatment.

To bridge this gap, the United States National Cancer Institute (NCI) established the AIDS Malignancy Consortium (AMC) to evaluate novel treatments, preventive strategies, and clinical guidelines for PLWH by conducting both domestic and international research. The AMC also emphasizes the development of robust research infrastructure in resource-limited countries, training of researchers, and fair management of clinical trial specimens. Despite various challenges, the AMC has contributed significant insights to international cancer trials among PLWH, thereby transforming clinical practice in low-resource areas.

The high global burden of HIV-associated cancer underscores the need for comprehensive research, improved healthcare access, and greater inclusion of PLWH in cancer clinical trials.
AI Trust Framework and Maturity Model: Improving Security, Ethics and Trust in AI
Authors: Mylrea Michael , Robinson Nikki
Published: October 2023

The following article develops an AI Trust Framework and Maturity Model (AI-TFMM) to improve trust in AI technologies used by Autonomous Human Machine Teams Systems (A-HMT-S). The framework establishes a methodology to improve quantification of trust in AI technologies.  Key areas of exploration include security, privacy, explainability, transparency and other requirements for AI technologies to be ethical in their development and application. A maturity model framework approach to measuring trust is applied to improve gaps in quantifying trust and associated metrics of evaluation. Finding the right balance between performance, governance and ethics also raises several critical questions on AI technology and trust. Research examines methods needed to develop an AI-TFMM and validates it against a popular AI technology (Chat GPT).  OpenAI's GPT, which stands for "Generative Pre-training Transformer," is a deep learning language model that can generate human-like text by predicting the next word in a sequence based on a given prompt. ChatGPT is a version of GPT that is tailored for conversation and dialogue, and it has been trained on a dataset of human conversations to generate responses that are coherent and relevant to the context. The article concludes with results and conclusions from testing the AI Trust Framework and Maturity Model (AI-TFMM) applied to AI technology. Based on these findings, this paper highlights gaps that could be filled with future research to improve the accuracy, efficacy, application, and methodology of the AI-TFMM.
Penggunaan Metode Qiro’ati Dalam Pembelajaran Membaca Al-Quran Di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Hidayah Samrotul , Zumrotun Erna
Published: October 2023

Metode Qiroati adalah cara mempelajari Al-Qur’an dengan memasukkan bacaan tartil sesuai ilmu tajwid. Jenis metode Penelitian ini yakni studi kasus kualitatif dengan tujuan menganalisis pemakaian metode Qiroati di pembelajaran membaca Al-Qur'an di SD Miftahussa'adah Kudus. Metode ini dipakai guna memahami implementasi metode Qiroati dalam konteks pembelajaran Al-Qur'an di SD. Data dikumpulkan lewat observasi, wawancara, serta analisis dokumen. Hasil penelitian memperlihatkan 1. Penggunaan metode Qiro’ati di pembelajaran membaca Al-Qur’an di SD Miftahussa’adah Kudus mengikuti program dari pusat yaitu minimal sudah sampai jilid Al- Qur’an, jadi siswa belajar di kelas Al-Qur’an, Ghorib serta Tajwid lalu masuk ke program tahfid. 2. Faktor pendukung dalam metode ini guru harus melalui tashih telebih dahulu setelah itu  mempunyai ijazah resmi yang disebut syahadah 3. Faktor penghambat kurangnya motivasi semangat peserta didik dan keterlambatan peserta didik yang harus berangkat pagi jam 06.30 WIB. 4. Solusi untuk mengatasi kurangnya motivasi belajar siswa yaitu guru serta orang tua senantiasa memotivasi supaya dapat semangat belajar dan lancar membaca, untuk keterlambatan siswa orang tua harus mengantar lebih awal. 5. Dampak mengunakan metode Qira’ati yakni peserta didik membaca Al-Qur’an tartil, fasih serta lancar sesuai tajwidnya serta LCBT (lancar, cepat, tepat serta benar).  Dengan menggunakan metode Qiro’ati hasil analisis dinilai efektif digunakan menaikkan kemampuan membaca Al-Qur’an di SD Miftahussa’adah Kudus.
Model Analysis of Intention to Using Tije Mobile Applications For Transjakarta Users
Authors: Barimbing Vanesha Emanuela , Astini Rina
Published: October 2023

Purpose – This This study aims to determine and analyze the intention model using the Tije mobile application for Transjakarta users. In several previous studies, it was found that attitude mediates perceptions of convenience, perceived usefulness, and social influence on intention to use.Methodology/approaches –The method used in this study is quantitative and descriptive causal research methods. The research hypothesis testing was carried out using the Partial Least Square (PLS) based Structural Equation Model (SEM) approach.Findings – It The results showed that independently, the variables perceived convenience, perceived usefulness and social influence had a positive influence on the intention to use the Tije mobile application. The attitude variable also has a positive and significant influence on the intention to use. The three independent variables are mediated by attitudes which have a positive and significant influence on the intention to use.
Does Incentives Effect on Job SatisfactionEmployees?
Authors: Nurhayana Nurhayana
Published: October 2023

This study aims to determine the effect of incentives on employee job satisfaction at PT. Dharma Guna Wibawa Riau Branch. The population in the study amounted to 31 people, because the data was less than 100, the sampling technique was saturated sampling so that the sample was all permanent employees, totaling 31 respondents, the data collection technique was through observation and questionnaires. Data analysis techniques used are validity test, normality test and reliability test, simple linear regression analysis, simple correlation coefficient, T test and r square test. processed using the Statistical Product and Service Solution (SPSS) version 23.0 program. based on the results of the instrument test, all data meet the validity, reliability and normal distribution tests. The results of the study are in accordance with the hypothesis where the t-count value is 2. 678 is greater than t-table (1,699) with a significant level of 0.005 equal to α 5% (0.05), the magnitude of the effect is 45.3%. Based on the research results, the incentive variable has an effect on employee job satisfaction at PT. Dharma Guna Wibawa, Riau Branch.
The Role of Entrepreneurial Mental Innovation and Local Wisdom on Organizational Resilience
Authors: Africano, et Al. Fernando
Published: October 2023

Purpose: This study aims to determine the relationship between entrepreneurial mentality and local wisdom on organizational resilience with the variable innovation as a medium for this relationship. This research was conducted on Nusantara UMKM in Palembang City.Methodology/approaches: The approach to be used in this study is a quantitative research method. This study develops a path analysis model to test the hypotheses that have been developed. The population in this study were 300 entrepreneurs from UMKM Nusantara in Palembang City. The sample used in this study were 61 entrepreneurs.Findings:The results of the study show that product innovation, local wisdom and entrepreneurial mentality have a positive and significant effect on organizational resilience. Local wisdom and entrepreneurial mentality have a positive and significant effect on product innovation. Product innovation mediates the influence of entrepreneurial mentality and local wisdom on organizational resilience Novelty/value:In this study in the context of SMEs, innovation behavior is a variable that is quite important, especially in dealing with the complexity and dynamics that occur in the world of SMEs. This result also underlines that the relationship between these variables can also occur possibly because the education of the respondents is high enough so that it can help the cognitive of the respondents in making an innovation to support their businesses and in the end they are able to survive even in an uncertain environment.
Behavioral Intention Analysis on Aspiring Geopark Tourists: A Case Study in Pangandaran
Authors: Hidayah Riski Taufik , Iskamto Dedi , Utami Eristy Minda
Published: October 2023

Purpose –Pangandaran is still the prima donna of beach tourism in West Java and a favorite tourist destination for domestic tourists so that the Pangandaran area becomes one of the leading tourist areas that has the potential to become a Global Geopark area. This condition is in line with Pangandaran's strength as a mainstay natural tourist destination in West Java which displays aspects of its geodiversity through unique and distinctive rock formations and natural phenomena. Geopark status owned by an area is expected to be able to increase the number of tourist visits that contribute to local economic development. However, there is an imbalance in the visits of domestic tourists and foreign tourists to the Pangandaran tourist area. Methodology/approaches –The method used in this study is verification with the population, namely tourists who have visited the Pangandaran Tourism Area throughout 2021 at least once. The analytical method used is Spearman's rank correlation, the coefficient of determination, and the t test with a significance level of five percent. Findings –This study supports previous studies where the destination image has an influence on the behavioral intention of tourists with a magnitude of 62.09%.
Pengaruh Pembelajran Produk Kreatif dan Kewirausahaan (PKK) terhadap Perilaku Wirausaha Siswa Kelas XI di SMK N 1 Boalemo
Authors: Lestari Dewa Ayu , Hafid Radia , Hasiru Roy , Hinelo Raflin , Maruwae Abdulrahim
Published: October 2023

Tujuan pelaksanaan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh pembelajaran Produk Kreatif dan Kewirausahaan (PKK) terhadap perilaku wirausaha siswa kelas XI di SMKN 1 Boalemo. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode penelitian survey, Data yang digunakan adalah data primer yang diperoleh dari penyebaran kuesioner pada Siswa Kelas XI SMK Negeri 1 Boalemo. Jumlah Penarikan Sampel dalam penelitian ini sebesar 68 responden. Teknik analisis data menggunakan regresi linear sederhana. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan pada Pembelajaran Produk Kreatif Dan Kewirausahaan (PKK) Terhadap perilaku wirausaha siswa kelas XI di SMK Negeri 1 Boalemo. Besaran pengaruh Pembelajaran Produk Kreatif Dan Kewirausahaan (PKK) 57,8% sedangkan sisanya sebesar 42,2% dipengaruhi oleh variabel yang tidak diteliti.
Peningkatan Pengucapan Konsonan Bilabial /P,B,M/ Menggunakan Media Flashcard pada Anak Tunarungu
Authors: Andrian Dwi , Aryani Rita
Published: October 2023

Keterbatasan pendengaran pada anak tunarungu berdampak pada perkembangan bahasa dan bicara mereka. Mereka cenderung mengalami keterlambatan dalam memperoleh dan mengembangkan keterampilan Bahasa terutama dalam hal pengucapan konsonan yang melibatkan bibir dan lidah termasuk konsonan bilabial /P,B,M/. Mereka membutuhkan bantuan visual, seperti menggunakan gambar atau media flashcard, untuk membantu memahami dan mengenali posisi bibir yang benar seperti flashcard. Dengan melihat gambar benda yang pada flashcard, anak tunarungu dapat memperoleh panduan visual yang membantu mereka dalam menghasilkan suara yang tepat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui peningkatan kemampuan pengucapan konsonan bilabial /P,B,M/ pada Kelompok B TK Tunarungu Sushrusa, Denpasar Barat yang melibatkan 7 partisipan. Desain penelitian yang digunakan adalah one group pre-post dalam jangka waktu 2 bulan. Intervensi ini dilakukan sebanyak 4 kali, selanjutnya peneliti menilai tingkat kejelasan dan akurasi pengucapan anak tunarungu berdasarkan suara yang dihasilkan pada masing-masing sesi intervensi. Analisis data menggunakan teknik deskriptif dengan membandingkan hasil pre-test dan post-test untuk melihat perubahan dalam pengucapan konsonan bilabial setelah intervensi menggunakan media flashcard. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa media flashcard efektif dalam meningkatkan kemampuan pengucapan konsonan bilabial /P,B,M/ pada anak tunarungu sebesar 58%. Kategori kemampuan pengucapan konsonan anak tunarungu setelah menggunakan media flashcard meningkat menjadi instruction level dan independent level.
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia Berbasis Video dalam Mata Kuliah Praktik Bordir di Universitas PGRI Adi Buana Surabaya
Authors: Astuti Sri Budi , Sulistiami Sulistiami , Bandjarjani Wahju
Published: October 2023

Pembelajaran mata kuliah praktik, dosen memberikan penjelasan pada setiap awal pelajaran kepada mahasiswa dan mempelajari modul secara individu ataupun dengan berdiskusi. Melalui pembelajaran seperti itu beberapa mahasiswa merasa kurang memahami mata kuliah praktik. Berdasarkan observasi awal mata kuliah praktik teknologi border di PVKK Universitas PGRI Adi Buana Surabaya. Masih banyak ditemukan mahasiwa yang masih banyak belum memahami tentang mata kuliah praktik teknologi border apalagi dalam kondisi pandemik seperti ini mata kuliah praktik sangat terkendala. Pengembangan media pembelajaran bahasa Indonesia dengan berbasis video pada mahasiswa Unipa Surabaya dalam mata kuliah praktik teknologi border dapat ditingkatkan. Berdasarkan ini untuk meningkatkan pembelajaran dosen menggunakan media ajar berbasis vidieo tutorial dengan pengunaan bahasa Indonesia yang baik dan benar. Penelitian ini mengunakan pendekatan deskriftif kuantitatif dengan teknik analisis data prosentase yang bertujuan mendiskripsikan angka yang ditemukan pada hasil UTS, UAS dan nilai tugas dengan teknik pengambilan data menggunakan observasi, Wawancara dan hasil tes evaluasi dan sampel diambil 22 mahasiswa Progdi PVKK tata busana angkatan 2020. Terbukti hasil dari 22 mahasiswa PVKK progdi tata busana angkatan 2020 Unipa Surabaya nilainya UTS 95% sangat baik, nilai tugas juga menujukan 98% dari mahasiswa hasilnya sangat baik dan pada nilai akhir semester (UAS) nilainya 99% baik dan lulus 100%. Jadi metode pembelajararan praktik mengunakan metode tutorial mengunakan video sangat efektif dan baik dilihat dari hasil belajar mahasiswa sangat baik dan sangat membantu dalam mata kuliah praktik teknologi border.