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KEPUASAN PELANGGAN DALAM BISNIS RUMAH SAKIT
Authors: Hadiyati Hadiyati
Published: August 2024

Patient satisfaction is indeed one of the important keys in the hospital business.  Satisfied patients tend to share their positive experiences with others, both through word of mouth and through online reviews. A good reputation can attract more patients to the hospital. that the satisfaction of inpatients at the hospital is in the moderately good to good category. The type of research used is survey research. The survey was conducted on 200 patients and their families. Data analysis techniques using descriptive analysis techniques. Of the 17 indicators, it can be seen that the highest indicator is the food menu provided to patients and also the availability of public transportation to the hospital. While the lowest indicators are the availability of drugs at hospital pharmacies and the waiting time for drug collection.
Keywords: Customer Satisfaction, Hospital Business
Toward Stewardship: An Antarctic case study for methodologies of critical reflection across time, place, and species.
Authors:   University of Colorado Denver, Sommerfeld Erik , Taswell Jacob ,   University of Colorado Denver
Published: August 2024

Written by an alum who completed the design-buildcertificate at the University of Colorado Denver, this paperconsiders pedagogy and the student experience in designbuildeducation. Examining a project from Spring 2022, anAntarctic field camp located in the South Shetland Islands,the paper argues for the pedagogical model of distributedauthorship in design-build education as a counterpoint to thetraditional individually directed architecture studio. In thismodel, students develop meaningful working relationshipswith their peers, consultants, engineers, community partners,and the client in order to integrate a wide array of ideasand expertise into the project. The model aims to educatewell-rounded students who can enter architectural practiceas effective, ethical stewards of the environment, cultivatingrelationships that serve the planet and treating buildings ascatalysts for large-scale change.
Teaching through an Indigenous Ecologies Lens: Co-designing with Dakota and Xhosa Communities
Authors:   University of Virginia, Crisman Phoebe
Published: August 2024

How can architectural pedagogy engage climate change and other global challenges as we teach our students to design specific, sustainable buildings and places where all species can thrive? How can we ethically collaborate across diverse disciplines, cultures, and geographies? This paper explores my experiences at the University of Virginia devel-oping an Indigenous Ecologies pedagogy, which combines place-based learning with participatory action research, Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), and collaborative design methods. Students in my transdisciplinary seminars and studios collaboratively designed a Dakota Cultural Center with the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate on their Lake Traverse Reservation in South Dakota, and The Black Power Station with a Xhosa artist/activist collective in Makhanda, South Africa. University students developed cultural competency, environmental literacy, and new ways of co-producing knowl¬edge, including participatory cultural mapping, storytelling, and practices of decolonization. Combining TEK with norma¬tive architectural knowledge and methods can produce richer epistemologies, informed choices about building materials, and holistic strategies for climate change adaptation. This paper compares pedagogical strategies and contributes to socio-ecological systems research in architecture. These teaching experiments through an Indigenous Ecologies lens sought to change the way students learn to make the world, through empathy, imagination, and activism.
Āina-based Design Solution for Indigenous Communities in Hawaii: a Pedagogy Approach
Authors:   Chaminade University of Honolulu, Suh Junghwa , Hu Ming ,   Universiy of Notre Dame
Published: August 2024

The goal of the project is to propose, test, and validate an integrated Āina-based design approach that is intended to serve indigenous communities in Hawai’i. The testing plat¬form is a package of courses offered in Chaminade University of Honolulu students, community, and faculty, including design studio, required seminar courses and student indepen¬dent study courses. The tested design outcome: Maunalua Fishpond Heritage Center (MFHC) and the Institute of Human Services (IHS) Homeless Shelter serve as demonstration of such design solutions.
Globalizacion, cambio tecnológico y poder de mercado en América Latina: Evidencia para Colombia
Authors:   , Cerimelo Manuela
Published: August 2024

Este trabajo tiene como objetivo estudiar la concentración y el poder de mercado en Colombia y el rol que la globalización y la automatización tienen en la evolución de estos dos fenómenos. Primero, documentamos cómo la concentración del mercado y los markups han evolucionado durante las últimas décadas utilizando datos a nivel de firma, así como su vínculo con otras medidas de desempeño a nivel industria y firma. Segundo, definimos episodios particulares dentro de nuestra muestra en los cuales investigamos el rol de la globalización y la tecnología de automatización en la distribución de los markups. Nos centramos en la competencia de importaciones generada por la entrada de China en la OMC y en los cambios en la disponibilidad de robótica. Nuestros resultados muestran que los markups disminuyen en respuesta a la penetración de importaciones chinas. Con respecto a la adopción de robots, encontramos una relación negativa entre estas dos variables, pero con efectos heterogéneos entre diferentes grupos de firmas. Específicamente, hay una relación positiva para las firmas más grandes, pero no para el resto.
Menggugat Akses Air: Jalan Menuju Kesehatan yang Terabaikan
Authors: Hasibuan Rangga Hotman , Lumunon Theodorus HW , Eman Vensy Ch
Published: August 2024

Air merupakan anugerah dari Tuhan Yang Maha Esa dan kebutuhan dasar esensial bagi semua makhluk hidup, terutama manusia. Pemenuhan akses terhadap air bersih adalah hak asasi manusia yang fundamental. Gangguan terhadap akses air bersih dapat menimbulkan dampak negatif yang luas, termasuk pada infrastruktur sanitasi, kesehatan, ekonomi, pendidikan, lingkungan, serta aspek sosial dan politik. Dalam konteks meningkatnya krisis air global dan tantangan terhadap ketersediaan air bersih, penelitian ini menjadi sangat mendesak. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji prinsip-prinsip tanggung jawab negara dalam memastikan pemenuhan hak atas air dan kaitannya dengan peningkatan kesehatan masyarakat. Dengan menggunakan metode penelitian yuridis normatif yang didukung oleh data lapangan, hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa negara memiliki tanggung jawab mutlak dalam memenuhi hak atas air, yang diakui sebagai hak non-derogable dalam hukum hak asasi manusia. Hak atas air memiliki keterkaitan yang erat dengan hak atas kesehatan dan kehidupan, serta termasuk dalam hak-hak ekonomi, sosial, dan budaya yang harus dilindungi dan dipenuhi oleh negara. Mengingat pentingnya akses terhadap air bersih bagi kelangsungan hidup dan kesehatan masyarakat, penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi penting bagi pengembangan kebijakan yang lebih efektif dan adil dalam mengatasi krisis air.
An Analysis of Independence in Children and Adolescents with Intellectual Disabilities at MILB YKTM Budi Asih
Authors: Fitriani Dela Ayu , Putri Nisrina Nurviani , Setiawan Mohamad Dwiki , Fa`idah Pramatika Nurul , Masfia Irma , Fahmy Zulfa
Published: August 2024

Independence refers to an individual's ability to carry out daily activities without relying on others, such as self-care, interacting with the surrounding environment, and completing tasks autonomously. It also encompasses emotional, behavioral, moral, and intellectual aspects that enable a person to navigate daily life without dependence on others. This study aims to analyze the level of independence among children and adolescents with intellectual disabilities at MILB YKTM Budi Asih. The research employed a descriptive qualitative method, collecting data through observations and interviews with students with intellectual disabilities, their parents, and teachers. The findings indicate that the level of independence among children and adolescents with intellectual disabilities at MILB YKTM Budi Asih varies across emotional, behavioral, moral, and intellectual aspects. Although there remains some dependence on parents for certain daily activities, the specialized education provided by the school has made efforts to support the development of independence among these children and adolescents.
Application of Image Media in Improving Children's Speaking Skills in PAUD
Authors: Kontisa Emilia , Palupi Aisyah Putri Dea
Published: August 2024

Early Childhood Education (ECE) plays a crucial role in laying the foundation for children's development, particularly in language skills. Speaking skills are essential for fostering critical thinking and communication abilities from an early age. This study aims to explore the application of image media in storytelling methods as a tool to enhance children's speaking skills at PAUD Aisyah, Pajar Tinggi Village, Pajar Bulan District, Lahat Regency. The study employed a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach, conducted in two cycles, each consisting of three meetings. The results demonstrated a significant improvement in children's speaking skills following the implementation of image media. The children were able to articulate sentences more effectively and showed an increase in vocabulary usage. Image media proved to be effective in creating an engaging learning environment, motivating children to actively participate in learning activities. This study confirms that using image media in language learning at ECE can have a positive impact on the development of children's speaking skills.
PENGARUH KOMPETENSI, BUDAYA ORGANISASI, DAN DISIPLIN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI PADA PUSAT PENGEMBANGAN SUMBER DAYA MANUSIA KEMENDAGRI REGIONAL MAKASSAR
Authors: Burhan Farah Dila , Abubakar Herminawati , Yunus Kafrawi
Published: August 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui Pengaruh Kompetensi, Budaya Organisasi dan Disiplin kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai pada Kantor Pusat Pengembangan Sumber Daya Manusia (PPSDM) Kemendagri Regional Makassar. Pegawai Pusat Pengembangan Sumber Daya Manusia (PPSDM) Kemendagri Regional Makassar dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 60 responden yang digunakan untuk mengolah data. Metode dalam pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini adalah kuesioner, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Metode analisis data menggunakan metode deskriptif dan metode kuantitatif yaitu dengan analisis Regresi linear berganda yang digunakan untuk mengukur Pengaruh Kompetensi, Budaya Organisasi dan Disiplin kerja Pegawai Pada kantor PPSDM yang terdiri dari Kompetensi, Budaya Organisasi dan Disiplin kerja. Berdasarkan olah data variabel bebas (Kompetensi, Budaya Organisasi dan Disiplin kerja) secara bersama-sama memilki pengaruh yang positif dan signifikan terhadap variabel terikat (Kinerja pegawai). Melalui pengujian koefisien korelasi (R) diperoleh bahwa tingkat korelasi atau hubungan antara Kompetensi, Budaya Organisasi dan Disiplin kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai. Kompetensi merupakan faktor yang paling dominan mempengaruhi Kinerja Pegawai Pada Kantor PPSDM Kemendagri Regional Makassar.
The purpose of this study is to determine the Influence of Competence, Organizational Culture and Work Discipline on employee performance at the Head Office of Human Resources Development (PPSDM) of the Ministry of Home Affairs Regional Makassar. Employees at the Human Resources Development Center (PPSDM) of the Makassar Regional Ministry of Home Affairs with a sample of 60 respondents used to process data. The methods in collecting data in this study are questionnaires, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis method uses descriptive methods and quantitative methods, namely with multiple linear regression analysis which is used to measure the effect of competence. Based on the data processing of independent variables (Competence, Organizational Culture and Work Discipline) together have a positive and significant influence on the dependent variable (employee performance). Through testing the correlation coefficient (R) it is obtained that the level of correlation or relationship between Competence, Organizational Culture and Work Discipline on employee performance. Competency is the most dominant factor influencing employee performance at the PPSDM Office of the Ministry of Home Affairs Regional Makassar.
PENGARUH CITRA MEREK DAN BRAND AWARENESS TERHADAP KEPUASAN KONSUMEN DAN KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN PRODUK MIZZU
Authors: Mariana Putri , Ruslan Muhlis , Setiawan Lukman
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis pengaruh citra merek dan brand awareness secara langsung terhadap kepuasan konsumen dan keputusan pembelian. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode survei. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji pengaruh citra merek dan brand awareness terhadap kepuasan konsumen dan keputusan pembelian produk Mizu. Citra merek yang positif dan brand awareness yang tinggi diharapkan dapat meningkatkan kepuasan konsumen serta mempengaruhi keputusan pembelian secara signifikan. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah survei dengan pendekatan kuantitatif, di mana data dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner yang disebarkan kepada konsumen produk Mizzu. Data diperoleh melalui dokumentasi dan kuesioner yang disebar kepada 50 konsumen beauty class Mizzu di Area Jakarta sebagai responden, Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa adanya pengaruh signifikan antara citra merek dan brand awareness terhadap kepuasan konsumen dengan nilai determinasi sebesar 92%, sedangkan citra merek dan brand awareness terhadap keputusan pembelian dengan nilai determinasi sebesar 97%.
This research aims to determine and analyze the influence of brand image and brand awareness directly on costumer satisfaction and purchasing decisions. This research uses a quantitative approach with survey methods. This research aims to examine the influence of brand image and brand awareness on consumer satisfaction and purchasing decisions for Mizu products. A positive brand image and high brand awareness are expected to increase costumer satisfaction and significantly influence purchasing decisions. The method used in this research is a survey with a quantitative approach, where data is collected through questionnaires distributed to costumer of Mizzu products. Data obtained through documentation and questionnaires distributed to 50 Mizzu beauty class consumers in the Jakarta area as respondents. The results showed that there was a significant influence between brand image and brand awareness on customer satisfaction with a determination value of 92%, while brand image and brand awareness on purchasing decisions with a determination value of 97%.
PROJECT MANAGER LEADERSHIP STYLE WHICH INCREASES THE PROJECT PERFORMANCE
Authors: Lukiyanto Kukuh
Published: August 2024

Maximum performance to achieve the specified target is the expectation of each project work. Leadership is one of the factors causing the achievement of good project performance.  The purpose of this study is to find out what kind of project manager leadership style can improve the performance of all elements in the road project. This study uses qualitative methods to study the impact of leadership style on the success of road construction projects. Taking the object of research in East Java with 15 informants, in-depth interviews and observations were carried out for 6 months.  Based on the analysis of the data obtained, a guiding leadership style, and open to discussion, can improve the performance of road construction projects.
VENTILATION SHAFT DESIGN IN ENHANCING INDOOR AIR MOVEMENT FOR PUBLIC BUILDING
Authors: Wahab Izudinshah Abd , Bakar Noor Athirah Abu , Amin Noor Dina Md , Hamberi Mohd Jamil Mohd
Published: August 2024

The conditions of dense built environment, land topography and the needs on having deep-plan buildings seems inevitable nowadays. The situations give a poor impact on building indoor natural ventilation. Therefore, the application of stack ventilation strategy has become more important. This is due to the limitation of natural cross ventilation potential. This paper presents a design proposal strategy based on the research aim to provide a good natural ventilation for a new proposed Waterfront Marina & Club building in Penang. Based on stack effect ventilation strategies as references, the project introduced an atria like ventilation shaft with consideration of the building oreantation based on the site context. As the sea breeze is coming from the East side of the building, the shaft is designed open facing the direction to act as wind catcher before transporting the air movement vertically through the shaft. At lower levels, the air movement is spread to all other spaces connected to the main corridor. The shaft is not only depending on the sea breeze but may also functioned as stack effect throat to move the air vertically due to the difference of air pressure via the levels.
ANALYSIS OF THE EFFECT OF USING VIRTUAL TRY-ON BASED ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND AUGMENTED REALITY ON FACIAL BEAUTY PRODUCTS ON PURCHASE INTENTION WITH ELECTRONIC WORD OF MOUTH AS A MEDIATION VARIABLE (CONSUMER PERSPECTIVE OF E-COMMERCE IN INDONESIA)
Authors: Fenanda Zakiah Intan , Triwijayanti Anna , Wahyono Seno Aji
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of Virtual Try On on consumer Purchase Intention mediated by eWOM. The method used in this research is quantitative explanatory research. The population in this research is Indonesian e-commerce consumers who use the virtual try-on feature for facial beauty products, an unknown number of which are unknown. The sample in this study was obtained from the Hair formula in the amount of 10 x the number of questionnaire items, namely 240 people. Data collection used a questionnaire survey with the pick-up survey method. Data analysis uses the SEM PLS (Partial Least Square) analysis technique. The research results show that the Virtual Try On variable has a significant positive effect on eWOM, eWOM has a significant positive effect on Purchase intention, Virtual Try On has a significant positive effect on purchase intention directly and is also mediated by eWOM and the effect is complementary (partial mediation).
The role of entrepreneurship curriculum in empowering rural students for socio-economic development in South Africa
Authors: Ajani Oluwatoyin Ayodele
Published: August 2024

This systematic literature review investigates the role of entrepreneurship curriculum in empowering rural students for socio-economic development in South Africa. Entrepreneurship education has gained prominence as a means to address unemployment and poverty, particularly in rural areas. However, there is a gap in understanding how entrepreneurship curriculum can effectively empower rural students. Through a systematic review of literature published between 2010 and 2024, this study examines the existing research to elucidate the impact of entrepreneurship curriculum on rural student empowerment and socio-economic development in South Africa. The findings contribute to the body of knowledge by identifying key themes, challenges, and best practices in entrepreneurship education for rural students.
MSMEs’ resilience strategies during the Covid-19 Crisis: a case of the tourism sector in South Africa
Authors: Shumba Knowledge , Ebewo Patrick , Ndlovu Elona N
Published: August 2024

MSMEs are widely regarded as important building blocks for economic prosperity and broader social well-being for both developed and developing nations. However, MSMEs face several challenges that impede their ability to fully provide the much-needed boost to the socio-economic development of countries. Tourism MSMEs are often significantly impacted by crises that include economic downturns, natural disasters, and public health emergencies that destroy infrastructure and affect human movement, notably the outbreak of pandemics and epidemics. The Covid-19 pandemic altered every business operation across the globe. This was mainly because the pandemic was new and no reference case for the Covid-19 crisis existed in living memory. As such the survival of all businesses was at high risk, particularly, the tourism MSMEs in South Africa. The industry’s operations were severely affected by the restrictions imposed by the government of South Africa especially in the year 2020 and 2021. Despite operating their businesses in a crisis, the tourism MSMEs entrepreneurs exhibited resilience as they navigated the pandemic, through being agile, adaptive, and exploring new opportunities of operating and utilising government support. It is in this regard that gaining a deeper understanding of the resilience strategies that were employed by the tourism MSMEs during and strategies being employed during post Covid-19 pandemic crisis is of paramount significance. The study adopted qualitative interpretivist approach through document analysis.  Collected data was analysed using the ATLAS.ti.software. The study concludes that even though the Covid-19 had some devastating effects on the MSMEs tourism entrepreneurs, that are still being felt now, it forced the entrepreneurs to adapt and be innovative. It is in this regard that the study concludes that the identified strategies are very vital for the survival of the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. The study also concludes that the tourism MSMEs entrepreneurs became more resilient to the pandemic as it progressed hence, they implemented the identified strategies revealed by the study findings.
Evolution in online learning: Implications for South African higher educational institutions in post COVID-19 era
Authors: Maome Itumeleng , Usadolo Sam Erevbenagie , Mbinda Bukelwa
Published: August 2024

The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the shift to online learning, leading to significant changes in higher education institutions in South Africa and across the world. The importance of online learning has increased, and institutions are now challenged with providing a high quality, adaptable, and accessible education in a digital setting. In order to fully embrace online teaching and learning, this demands institutions to make investments in digital infrastructure and reevaluate pedagogical practices. In this literature review paper, we use PRISMA methodology to examine the discipline of online teaching and learning, the strategies used by universities during the epidemic, and the online teaching and learning strategies used in the post pandemic period. We explore how the Covid-19 epidemic has altered the online learning environment in South African higher education institutions in the post pandemic period. The review results established that in order to provide high-quality education to students across the country, South African higher education institutions need to make a flexible and accessible education, rethink pedagogical methodologies, and implement best practices in online learning. We recommend that higher institutions, policymakers, and stakeholders must work together to ensure that online learning remains a viable and successful modality of instruction in the post-Covid-19 era.
Significant of cultural diversity on business performance in the parts manufacturing organisation in South Africa
Authors: Khumalo Philani , Zondo Robert Walter Dumisani
Published: August 2024

Organisations are in the midst of cultural change and transformation. Thus, the global market demands that they remain competitive, flexible and relevant in order to adequately react to culturally diverse changes in their human resources. This sentiment describes the importance of cultural diversity in organisations.  Hence, this study examines the significant of cultural diversity on business performance in the automotive parts manufacturing organisations in South Africa. The study was quantitative in design, with the participation of middle-level managers in two large automotive parts manufacturing organisations in the eThekwini District Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal (in South Africa).  Of the 168 individuals identified for participation, 118 participated in the study, representing a 70.2 per cent response rate.   Descriptive and t-tests, using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), were used to analyse data.  Study results indicate that a culturally diverse workforce is associated with greater organisational performance, improved strategic decision-making and innovation.  The original value of this study is its essence in providing opportunities and challenges of cultural diversity on business performance in the parts manufacturing organisations in South Africa.
Project Based learning to Improve Students’ Creativity In Speaking and Vocabulary Achievements
Authors: Agustiawati Hartini
Published: August 2024

The purposes of this study were to find out (1) whether there was a significant difference in vocabulary achievement between students who were taught through Project Based Learning, , (2) whether there was a significant difference in speaking achievement between the students  who were taught through project based learning, (3) whether there was a significant correlation between vocabulary and speaking achievements of the seventh grade students of Junior High school Number 18. The population of this study consisted of the seventh grade of Junior high school students. The total number of the population was 14, while the sample consisted of 14 students in the experimental group. In collecting the data, the pretest, treatment and posttest were used. However, the data were analyzed by using t-test. It was found that (1) there was a significant difference in vocabulary achievement where the sig value (2 tailed) was lower than 0.05, (2) there was a significant difference in speaking achievement where the sig value (2 tailed) was lower than 0.05, (3) there was a significant correlation and contribution between vocabulary and speaking. It could  be  concluded  that  Project based Learning can improved  students’ vocabulary  and speaking achievements.
IMPACTO DA TELEMEDICINA NA CONTINUIDADE DO CUIDADO EM PACIENTES COM DOENÇAS CRÔNICAS
Authors: Magalhães Vanessa , Cavalcante Yasmin Lima de Farias , Azevedo Rafaella Duarte de , Ferreira Joyce Beatriz Marinho , Sousa Arthur Leôncio de , Almeida Maria Mauricélia Lopes de , Silva Guilherme Lopes da , Costa Thais Mendonça da , Almeida Marines de Sousa , Campos Maíra Dias de Oliveira , Cavalcante Livia Mota , Medeiros Isis Kaliane Dantas de , Neves Wanessa Cesarino Rodrigues , Frota Patricia Assis , Rodrigues Dinete Leilane Teixeira
Published: August 2024

Introdução: É sabido que a gestão de doenças crônicas representa um dos maiores desafios para os sistemas de saúde em todo o mundo, sobretudo devido à sua alta prevalência e à necessidade contínua de cuidados a longo prazo. Nesse contexto, nos últimos anos, a telemedicina emergiu como uma ferramenta promissora para melhorar a acessibilidade e a eficiência dos serviços de saúde. O presente estudo visa explorar o impacto da telemedicina na continuidade do cuidado em pacientes com doenças crônicas, avaliando a aplicabilidade desta sobretudo na realidade brasileira.  Metodologia: Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa acerca do tema proposto, embasada em artigos científicos completos em português ou inglês, anexados em bases dados como PubMed, SciELO, Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde e outros, no recorte temporal entre 2014 e 2020, usando de Descritores em Ciências da Saúde (DeCS) para selecionar os trabalhos que melhor se encaixam na pesquisa. Resultados e discussão: A telemedicina tem o potencial de transformar a continuidade do cuidado em pacientes com doenças crônicas, ao facilitar o monitoramento contínuo e a comunicação entre pacientes e profissionais de saúde, independentemente da localização geográfica. Esse impacto positivo pode ser observado em diversas dimensões do cuidado, desde a melhoria na adesão ao tratamento até a redução de complicações graves associadas a essas condições. Ainda, a implementação da telemedicina no cuidado de pacientes crônicos pode também gerar uma redução significativa nos exorbitantes custos de saúde. Contudo, embora a telemedicina ofereça, sem dúvidas, inúmeros benefícios para a continuidade do cuidado, sua implementação também enfrenta desafios, principalmente em um país com altas taxas de desigualdade econômica e social como o Brasil. Conclusão: a telemedicina e a telessaúde em geral são inovações que têm um imenso potencial para revolucionar o sistema de saúde brasileiro, mas ainda necessitam de adaptações para que se tornem meios de equidade e não ferramentas que acentuam ainda mais as desigualdades na população.
 
 
Palavras-chave: Telemedicina. Doença Crônica. Continuidade da Assistência ao Paciente.
CÂNCER DE ENDOMÉTRIO ASSOCIADO AO ANTICONCEPCIONAL ORAL
Authors: Fonseca Emily Freitas , Oliveira Aneliza Mota Barbosa de , Delavaux Lorena Horta Barbosa , Hespanhol Gustavo Morandi Costa Xavier , Braga Lucas Moreira , Silva Daniel Fedrigo Rodrigues da , Vu John
Published: August 2024

O câncer de endométrio é uma das neoplasias ginecológicas mais comuns entre mulheres, e sua associação com o uso de anticoncepcionais orais tem gerado discussões na literatura médica. Este estudo revisou a relação entre o uso de anticoncepcionais orais e o risco de câncer de endométrio, destacando os mecanismos envolvidos e as variações na incidência conforme a duração e o tipo de hormônio utilizado. A pesquisa seguiu uma abordagem de revisão sistemática, abrangendo estudos publicados entre 2010 e 2023, utilizando bases de dados como SciELO, PubMed e LILACS. A metodologia envolveu a análise de dados sobre a incidência do câncer de endométrio entre usuárias e não usuárias de anticoncepcionais orais. Os resultados indicam que o uso de anticoncepcionais orais, especialmente os combinados, pode ter um efeito protetor contra o câncer de endométrio, embora a duração do uso e a composição hormonal sejam fatores importantes. As conclusões sugerem que mais estudos são necessários para estabelecer diretrizes claras sobre o uso de anticoncepcionais orais em relação ao câncer de endométrio.
Betwixt Jesus and Ancestors? Christianity in Southern Africa
Authors: Mbaya Henry
Published: August 2024

This chapter highlights the tensions and conflict that surface among Christians with regard to the relationship between Jesus and ancestors in African cultures, spirituality, and Christian practices in southern Africa. First, it highlights the Hebrew traditions and the arguments of scholars that seem to negate, while others appear to affirm, the tradition of the reverence of ancestors. Second, the chapter discusses the arguments of various scholars that either support and dismiss these practices, as well as Christian traditions that take opposing views on, and engage in differing practices in relation to, this issue. By way of conclusion, the chapter offers perspectives by means of which it suggests that ancestral veneration can be viewed from a cosmological and Christological point of view.
Introduction: The Enigmatic Smuts
Authors: Boucher David , Ngqulunga Bongani
Published: August 2024

In recent decades, Smuts's life, thought and career have been extensively explored (e.g., Garcia & van der Waag, 2023; Joubert, 2023; Katz, 2022; Gravett, 2022; du Pisani, 2019; Baxter, 2017; Thakur, 2017; Steyn, 2015; Steyn, 2017; Lentin, 2010; Geyser, 2001; Trew, 1999). Despite the renewed attention, he remains an enigmatic character, whose many apparent contradictions are examined systematically, and often glossed over, as typical of a man of his times, which are said to be mitigating factors in any assessment of his long and often turbulent career, especially in domestic politics. This collection of essays has emerged out of the very first conference devoted to the life and legacy of Jan Christiaan Smuts, held at the Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study, University of Johannesburg, July 2023, of which Bongani Ngqulunga, one of the editors, is the former Director. The book attempts to consider Smuts in a broad frame of reference in order to offer reconsiderations and reappraisals, of a man who was much celebrated and much maligned.
8. Smuts and the Politics of Segregation The Prosecution of Pass Laws Under the United Party Government
Authors: Baines Gary
Published: August 2024

Jan Smuts's second term as Prime Minister of the Union of South Africa (1939-48) was a tumultuous period. During a low ebb in Allied fortunes in early 1942 when the country’s World War II effort was his priority, Smuts was faced by a host of challenges on the domestic front. Not only did a sizeable number of white Afrikaners identify with Hitler’s Germany, but Nazi sympathisers engaged in acts of sabotage and spying (Furlong, 1991; Kleynhans, 2021). Moreover, the Union’s wartime industrialisation had stimulated economic growth which increased the need for unskilled labour in the manufacturing sector and effectively diluted the colour bar in the workplace. And in the face of criticisms that this growth had contributed to ‘swamping’ the cities by African workers, the so-called ‘native question’ that had historically been kept out of party politics became a contentious issue. Against this backdrop, Smuts questioned the efficacy of segregation in a well-publicised speech in January 1942 to the South African Institute of Race Relations (SAIRR). His admission that segregation ‘had fallen on evil days’ insinuated that the United Party government was prepared to concede that the policy of segregation had failed and signalled that the government was rethinking the status of urban Africans.
Project Management Best Practices for Successful Project Execution
Authors: Suresh Kumari
Published: August 2024

The book "Project Management Best Practices for Successful Project Execution" is an in-depth investigation into the fundamental ideas and techniques that are the foundation of successful project management. The capacity to deliver projects in an efficient and effective manner is a vital factor in determining the success of a company in today's business climate, which is both dynamic and saturated with competition. This book provides insights, approaches, and best practises that have been demonstrated to be effective in enabling project managers and teams to confidently negotiate the intricacies of their projects. It delves deeply into both the art and science of project management.
Quantum Cryptography: Secure Communication Beyond Classical Limits
Authors: Goyal Rohit
Published: August 2024

Quantum cryptography promises secure communication protocols that surpass the limitations of classical cryptography. By leveraging the principles of quantum mechanics, particularly the phenomenon of quantum entanglement and the uncertainty principle, quantum cryptography protocols offer provable security guarantees against eavesdropping attacks. In this paper, we provide an overview of quantum cryptography, discussing its theoretical foundations, key protocols such as quantum key distribution (QKD), and experimental implementations. We highlight the advantages of quantum cryptography over classical cryptographic techniques and explore its potential applications in secure communication networks, financial transactions, and data privacy. Furthermore, we discuss ongoing research efforts and challenges in the practical deployment of quantum cryptography systems, including the development of robust quantum hardware and the integration of quantum cryptographic protocols into existing communication infrastructures. Overall, quantum cryptography holds great promise for enabling secure communication channels that are resilient to quantum attacks, paving the way for a new era of ultra-secure information exchange.
Emerging Quantum Materials: Synthesis, Characterization, and Device Applications
Authors: Singh Mandeep
Published: August 2024

Emerging quantum materials represent a frontier in materials science, promising unprecedented properties and functionalities for a wide range of applications, from electronics to energy storage and quantum information processing. recent developments in the synthesis, characterization, and device applications of emerging quantum materials. We discuss various synthesis techniques, including bottom-up approaches such as molecular beam epitaxy and chemical vapor deposition, as well as top-down methods like lithography and etching. Characterization techniques, such as scanning probe microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, and spectroscopic methods, play a crucial role in understanding the structural, electronic, and optical properties of these materials. Furthermore, we explore device applications of emerging quantum materials, including field-effect transistors, photodetectors, quantum dots, and quantum wells, highlighting their potential for next-generation electronic and optoelectronic devices. By harnessing the unique properties of quantum materials and advancing synthesis and characterization techniques, researchers aim to unlock the full potential of these materials for transformative technological innovations.
Quantum Measurement and Feedback Control in Quantum Systems
Authors: Khan Ishaan
Published: August 2024

Quantum systems exhibit unique behaviors governed by principles distinct from classical physics, notably in the realms of measurement and control. This paper explores the fundamental concepts and applications of quantum measurement and feedback control in quantum systems. Measurement in quantum mechanics disrupts the state of a system due to the inherent probabilistic nature of quantum states. This disruption, often described by the collapse of the wave function, presents challenges and opportunities for understanding and manipulating quantum states. Quantum measurement theory addresses how observations affect quantum states and the role of measurement devices in this process. Feedback control mechanisms offer a pathway to mitigate the disruptive effects of measurement and harness them for coherent quantum operations. By continuously monitoring and adjusting quantum systems based on measurement outcomes, feedback control enables stabilization, state preparation, and enhanced coherence times. Examples include quantum error correction, quantum state tomography, and real-time manipulation of quantum bits (qubits).
Advances in Emerging Quantum Materials: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications
Authors: Srivastav Ananya
Published: August 2024

Recent years have witnessed significant strides in the field of quantum materials, characterized by their unique electronic, optical, and magnetic properties stemming from quantum mechanical effects at the nanoscale. This paper reviews recent advances in the synthesis, characterization, and applications of emerging quantum materials. Key developments in synthesis techniques, including bottom-up approaches and novel growth methodologies, have enabled the production of quantum materials with tailored properties and functionalities. Characterization methods such as spectroscopy, microscopy, and computational modeling play pivotal roles in elucidating the fundamental physics underlying these materials. The diverse range of quantum materials covered includes topological insulators, quantum dots, 2D materials like graphene and transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), and exotic phases such as quantum spin liquids and skyrmions. Each material class exhibits distinct quantum phenomena that are being explored for applications in electronics, photonics, spintronics, and quantum computing.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INTERNAL CONTROLS PRACTICES AND SERVICE DELIVERY OF COUNTY GOVERNMENTS IN NAIROBI METROPOLITAN AREA, KENYA
Authors: Aurelia Chepkirui Rono  , Gichuki King ori  , Raymond Kemboi
Published: August 2024

Financial management in county governments plays a crucial role in promoting good governance. The national government allocates county governments more than stipulated 15% of national revenue yearly yet 53.0% of them are classified as very poor, 36.1% fall below the national poverty rate and that 34% fall below the national hardcore poverty line. The general objective for this study was to determine the relationship between internal control practices and service delivery of County Governments in Nairobi Metropolitan Area, Kenya. Agency theory and optimal tax theory served as the foundational frameworks for this research. These theories guided the formulation of conceptual framework, informed the study design and methodology, and aided in the interpretation of findings. A cross sectional correlation research design grounded in the philosophy of positivism was employed in this study. Primary data was collected using structured questionnaire. The study’s target population was 163 directors from Counties in Nairobi Metropolitan Area, Kenya. Purposive sampling approach was employed to get a sample of 116 respondents. The data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Descriptive statistics was used to describe the data while correlation, regression and moderated regression analyses were used to address the objectives of the study. The study found that internal controls practices demonstrated a significant positive relationship with service delivery, with a correlation coefficient (r) of 0.607, a beta coefficient (β) of 0.776 (p<0.05). The study concludes that effective internal controls practices is crucial for enhancing service delivery in the County Governments of the Nairobi Metropolitan Area. This study recommends that, to ensure service delivery, public institutions should focus on internal control practices. This study makes important contribution to the government and to the scholars.
KEY WORDS: Internal control practices, Service delivery, Nairobi metropolitan Area, Kenya
THE CHALLENGES OF INVESTIGATING AND PROSECUTING ONLINE SEXUAL ABUSE AND EXPLOITATION OF CHILDREN
Authors: Joshua Lomibao Manipud
Published: August 2024

This research explores the challenges and strategies involved in investigating and prosecuting online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC) in the Philippines, with a concentration on the Philippine National Police's Women and Children Protection Desk (PNP-WCPD). The Philippines currently ranks second globally for the prevalence of OSAEC, with factors such as poverty, technology accessibility, and cultural beliefs contributing to this issue. The study points out significant challenges for law enforcement, such as resource limitations, a lack of specialized training, and the covert nature of OSAEC activities. It emphasizes the involvement of family members in these crimes and the acceptance of such behavior within communities to be significant obstacles. The study utilized a qualitative descriptive method, conducting semi-structured interviews with PNP WCPD officers who have experience in handling OSAEC cases. The key findings indicate that proactive collaboration with other government agencies, extensive information gathering, and victim protection are critical measures in dealing with OSAEC challenges. Despite limited resources, PNP WCPD officers collaborate with agencies like the NBI, ISPs, and barangay officials to improve investigation and prosecution procedures. The study finds that an effective response to OSAEC cases requires a victim-centered, multi-agency strategy.
KEYWORDS: Sexual Abuse, Exploitation, Children, Inter-agency Collaboration
EXAMINING THE NELSON MANDELA RULES IN BALUNGAO DISTRICT JAIL
Authors: Joshua Lomibao Manipud
Published: August 2024

This study explores the practices employed by jail personnel at Balungao District Jail in upholding the rights enshrined in the Mandela Rules, with a focus on managing inmates' dignity and fulfilling their basic needs. Prison overcrowding is one of the key contributing factors to poor prison conditions around the world. It is also arguably the biggest single problem facing prison systems and its consequences can at worst be life-threatening at best prevent prisons from fulfilling their proper function. The study utilized a qualitative descriptive method, conducting semi-structured interviews with Jail officers at Balungao District Jail. The findings highlight the jail’s commitment to humane treatment, evidenced by the absence of solitary confinement and physical torture, and the consistent provision of food, healthcare, and other essentials. The study underscores the importance of maintaining manageable inmate populations to ensure effective rehabilitation and adherence to international human rights standards. This research offers insights into best practices in correctional management, emphasizing the balance between security and humane treatment, which contributes to a more stable and rehabilitative environment for inmates.
KEYWORDS: Mandela Rules, Correctional Management, Human Rights in Jails, Inmate Rehabilitation, Overcrowding in Prisons
EXPLORING DEMOGRAPHIC INFLUENCES ON THE ADOPTION OF THE UNIVERSAL PENSION SCHEME IN BANGLADESH
Authors: Ashish Basak  , SK Muhammad Yeasin  , Sanjana Shahnaj
Published: August 2024

The Universal Pension Scheme (UPS) aims to provide financial security to Bangladeshi citizens through a structured pension plan. This study investigates how income level, educational attainment and age influence the adoption of the UPS. We hypothesized that these demographic factors significantly affect participation in the scheme. Utilizing a quantitative approach, data from 463 participants was analyzed using chi-square testing and descriptive statistics. The results indicate a significant association between income level, education, and age with UPS adoption. Specifically, higher income, greater educational attainment, and younger age correlate with higher adoption rates. Despite a positive overall outlook, a substantial portion of participants remain uninterested or require more information. Addressing awareness and affordability issues could enhance adoption. This study highlights the importance of tailoring promotional strategies to diverse demographic factors to effectively increase UPS participation and ensure broader financial security.
KEYWORDS: Universal Pension Scheme; Social Wellbeing; Demographic Factors; Bangladesh