bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Packaging waste management: European standards and legislation of Ukraine
Authors: Marych Khrystyna
Published: September 2024

The article is devoted to the study of the current state and prospects of implementation into national legislation of the normative provisions of the European Union in the field of waste management, in particular the Directive of the European Parliament and the Council “On packaging and packaging waste” (1994, December 20) No. 94/62/EU. Ukraine undertook to implement a number of Directives in the field of waste management. After the enactment of the Law of Ukraine “On Waste Management”, which takes into account European approaches based, in particular, on the provisions of the Framework Directive of the European Parliament and the Council No. 2008/98/EU of November 19, 2008 “On Waste and Repeal of Certain Directives”, a draft law on packaging and packaging waste has been developed. This draft law is aimed at determining the legal, economic and organizational principles in the field of handling packaging and packaging waste. The main European approaches involve significantly reducing packaging waste, adopting mandatory re-use targets, limiting unnecessary packaging and minimizing packaging, restricting certain types of packaging and using reusable packaging etc. Compliance with European standards in the field of packaging and packaging waste management means not only the adoption of a special law, but also the implementation of an effective mechanism, tools that ensure the organization of the system for preventing the generation of packaging waste, their processing and reuse. Packaging waste management is an important and complex area of waste management that requires the implementation of various measures, including development of infrastructure for separate collection of packaging waste, carrying out information and educational campaigns to raise public awareness of handling packaging waste, implementation of scientific research work in the field of progressive technologies of processing and production of products from secondary raw materials, introduction of a system of obligations and incentives for business entities and citizens that contribute to the prevention and minimization of packaging waste generation, prosecution for violations of packaging waste management rules.
Problems of the supremacy of environmental law in the context of country legislation
Authors: Rymarchuk Rimma
Published: September 2024

There is a wide range of substantive and procedural rights related to the environment (sometimes called “environmental rights”). These include material rights, such as the rights to a healthy environment, to life, and to clean air and water. They also include procedural rights such as rights to access to information, public participation in environmental protection, access to justice and non-discrimination. These rights relate to the environment in two key ways. First: certain environmental conditions or resources are required to satisfy them (for example, the right to life). Second: many rights, especially procedural rights, are necessary for the environmental rule of law, even if the rights apply generally in cases of direct harm to individual rights and are not limited to the environmental context. These rights are recognized and protected by national constitutions and laws; international human rights, international environmental law, as well as regional and other subnational constitutions and laws. The rule of environmental law takes root when leaders demonstrate a clear and apolitical desire to enforce environmental laws, even in the face of opposition and business opposition. Political will means the commitment to carry out policies, especially those that are not popular. Enacting environmental legislation can be difficult and require many compromises to pass legislation in the legislature. But the real challenge comes in enforcing these laws through regulations, policies and actions that directly affect stakeholders’ livelihoods: land, properties and profits. Often, the rule of environmental law is violated at this critical juncture due to a lack of political will to enforce the law fairly and consistently. The rule of environmental law and environmental governance are related, but there are differences in goals and scope. In environmental law, the main focus is on the environment, namely ensuring compliance and enforcement of environmental legislation. Environmental management includes a broader set of goals and approaches related to the adoption and implementation of decisions related to environmental protection.
PENGARUH PENGUNGKAPAN ENVIRONMENTAL COST DAN CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY TERHADAP PROFITABILITAS PERUSAHAAN MANUFAKTUR SEKTOR INDUSTRI DASAR DAN KIMIA YANG TERDAFTAR PADA BURSA EFEK INDONESIA PERIODE TAHUN 2018-2022
Authors: Widiyanti Ade , Shafa Salsabila Dhia , Kusumawardani Niken
Published: September 2024

This study aims to evaluate the impact of environmental cost disclosure and corporate social responsibility (CSR) on the profitability of manufacturing companies in the basic and chemical industries listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) during the period 2018-2022. Utilizing a quantitative approach with data analysis through Eviews software, the research explores the effects of these variables on company profitability. The findings reveal that environmental cost disclosure does not have a significant effect on company profitability. The level of environmental cost allocation does not influence market reactions or investor interest in the company. Conversely, CSR has a positive impact on profitability. CSR is seen as providing a positive signal to investors as it demonstrates the company’s responsibility towards its operational impacts. Simultaneously, the independent variables, namely environmental cost disclosure and CSR, significantly affect profitability, indicating that while environmental cost disclosure does not have a direct impact, CSR plays a crucial role in enhancing company profitability and attracting investor attention. This study aims to provide insights into how environmental cost disclosure and CSR affect company financial performance and how companies can leverage this information for strategic advantages in the capital market.
Perancangan Game Edukasi untuk Orientasi Mahasiswa Baru Berbasis Massively Multiplayer Online
Authors: Taufiqurrohman Rifqi Nauval , Supeno Handoko , Darmawan Fajar
Published: September 2024

Pandemi COVID-19 memengaruhi kegiatan pendidikan tinggi yang mengakibatkan salah satu aspek penting yaitu masa orientasi harus dilaksanakan melalui daring. Hal tersebut menimbulkan permasalahan dari sisi mahasiswa baru yang berdasarkan kuesioner terdapat beberapa masalah seperti koneksi internet yang tidak bagus, suara bising dari luar dan kemampuan menangkap materi melalui video conference yang berbeda – beda. Untuk mengatasi permasalahan tersebut maka ditawarkan sebuah solusi untuk menunjang pembelajaran pada saat masa orientasi yaitu melalui game yang berbasis massively multiplayer online. Game sebagai media hiburan memiliki potensi untuk menyampaikan materi – materi pada masa orientasi dengan cara yang menyenangkan dan bisa dimainkan secara fleksibel di mana saja dan kapan saja. Game yang ditawarkan memiliki konsep MMORPG yang memungkinkan pemain melakukan misi terkait pembelajaran, bekerja sama di dalam game dan menguji pemahaman materi melalui battle. Metodologi yang digunakan yaitu digital game-based learning yang menerapkan pembelajaran terpusat melalui game untuk tujuan pembelajaran. Hasilnya menurut kuesioner pengujian yang sudah diisi oleh responden mahasiswa dan dosen, aspek pembelajaran dan game design yang diimplementasikan ke dalam game sudah dianggap bagus dan berpotensi untuk bisa menjadi media penunjang masa orientasi bagi mahasiswa baru.
Integrasi Payment Gateway Untuk Donasi Menggunakan Framework Flutter (Studi Kasus Donasi HMTIF UNPAS)
Authors: Fauziah Nurul , Darmawan Fajar , Gusdya Wanda
Published: September 2024

Dengan adanya covid-19 yang sedang terjadi saat ini (sept 2020) terjadi dampak serius dalam berbagai sektor, tidak hanya sektor eknonomi fenomena tersebut juga berpengaruh dalam sektor pendidikan, khususnya Perguruan Tinggi. Menurut Kementerian Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan (Kemendikbud) bahwa angka putus kuliah meningkat di tengah pandemi Covid-19. Bahkan tingkat putus kuliah bisa mencapai 50 persen (Sept 2020). Donasi adalah sebuah pemberian dari perorangan atau badan hukum kepada pihak tertentu yang mempunyai sifat sukarela dengan tanpa adanya imbalan yang bersifat keuntungan, dengan adanya teknologi  internet dan  payment gateway kini donasi mulai beralih  ke sistem online. Maka dari itu munculah gagasan untuk mengintegrasikan payment gateway pada aplikasi donasi sebagai metode pembayaran online yang dapat meminimalisir keteledoran manusia dan membuat transaksi dapat dilakukan dimana saja dan kapan saja. Penelitian ini menggunakan metodologi dengan tahapan yang dimulai dari Identifikasi masalah, lalu pengumpulan data dengan menggunakan kuesioner dan studi literatur, Analisis dan perancangan yang dilakukan berdasarkan hasil identifikasi masalah serta terhadap teknologi yang digunakan, lalu implementasi bagaimana mengintegrasikan teknologi payment gateway dengan Framework Flutter. Hasil akhir dari penelitian ini adalah dengan dihasilkannya aplikasi donasi berbasis mobile yang sudah terintegrasi dengan payment gateway yang dapat membantu melakukan pembayaran atau transaksi secara online.
Pembangunan Aplikasi E-Commerce Berbasis Website Menggunakan Laravel
Authors: Fikri Ahmad Fauzi  , Fajar Darmawan
Published: September 2024

Pandemi covid-19 memiliki dampak yang cukup signifikan terhadap sektor UMKM yang masih menerapkan transaksi langsung, karena masyarakat sudah dipaksakan untuk melakukan transaksi menggunakan layanan internet. Toko RPS adalah salah satu toko yang terkena dampak, dimana Toko RPS merupakan UMKM yang bergerak di bidang penjualan busana muslim. E-commerce adalah salah satu teknologi informasi yang dapat digunakan untuk menjawab kebutuhan UMKM seperti Toko RPS dalam menjual barang dengan layanan Internet. Laravel adalah salah satu framework pengembangan website yang dapat membantu pengembangan website menjadi lebih rapih, cepat dan aman. Dalam proses pembuatan e-commerce ini akan memiliki beberapa tahapan kegiatan yang dimulai dari identifikasi masalah untuk mendapatkan fenomena masalah yang ada di lapangan, pengumpulan data yang meliputi studi literatur dengan wawancara, tahapan analisis, tahapan perancangan, tahapan pengembangan aplikasi dan terakhir kesimpulan. Dari penelitian in dihasilkan sebuah produk e-commerce berbasis website yang dibangun dengan menggunakan Laravel, dimana website ini telah memfasilitasi kebutuhan Toko RPS dalam sistem penjualan seperti promosi barang, pemesanan barang hingga pembayaran secara online.
Pelacak Lokasi Perjalanan Logistik Komisi Pemilihan Umum (KPU) Jawa Barat Menggunakan Work System Framework
Authors: Erik
Published: September 2024

Komisi Pemilihan Umum (KPU) memiliki peran sangat penting dalam penyelenggaraan pemilihan umum yang mencakup pemilihan presiden dan anggota Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat (DPR), Dewan Perwakilan Daerah (DPD), Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat Daerah (DPRD) tingkat Provinsi, dan Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat Daerah (DPRD) tingkat Kabupaten/Kota. Menurut Peraturan Komisi Pemilihan Umum Nomor 15 Tahun 2018 pasal 1 ayat (7),(8),(9) bahwa Komisi Pemilihan Umum dibentuk secara berjenjang yang terbagi menjadi 3 (tiga) tingkatan yaitu Komisi Pemilihan Umum Republik Indonesia tingkat pusat (KPU RI), Perlengkapan pemungutan suara yang paling vital adalah surat suara, sebagai media untuk mengkorversi suara menjadi kursi. Dibawah disajikan grafik kebutuhan surat suara untuk pemilihan DPR RI di Jawa Barat. Penelitian ini memiliki focus penelitian diantara lain Penelitian berfokus pada aktifitas logistik surat suara Pemilu dan pada pengiriman logistik yaitu sistem traking pada perjalanan kendaraan pembawa logistik. Agar informasi pemantauan pada perjalanan kendaraan logistik menuju ke tujuan dapat diketahui, maka dari itu dibutuhkan system informasi untuk mempermudah pemantauan perjalanan.
Photopolymerizable materials for biocompatible implantable matrices
Authors: Rudik IS , Mironov AV , Kuznetsova VS , Vasiliev AV
Published: September 2024

The review considers photopolymerizable compositions based on biocompatible polymers for regenerative medicine. Assessment of the physical-mechanical and biological properties of photopolymerizable polymeric matrices, polyethyleneglycol, lactic acid, collagen, and hyaluronic acid, as well as of the effectiveness and toxicity of various photoinitiator supplements has been performed. Mechanical properties and degradation rate of the photopolymerizable matrices are ensured by selection of proportions of methacrylated mono-, oligo-, and polymers these consist of, while their toxicity largely depends on the photoinitiator systems used. It has been concluded that it is necessary to search for and develop the methods to obtain photopolymerizable polymeric matrices by using the compounds capable of initiating radical polymerization with lower toxic effect.
Prospects for the use of long-living printed temporary orthopedic structures
Authors: Proskokova SV , Enikeev AM , Pirogov AE , Kuliev RM
Published: September 2024

The non-removable temporary structures are used in orthopedic dentistry to provide high-quality treatment. The approaches in prosthetics are conditionally divided into conventional and digital. These approaches imply the use of both common materials for prosthetics and unique options. When the conventional approach is used, the quality of orthopedic dental treatment depends on the manual skill of the provider (dental technician). Unlike the conventional approach, the digital one uses a wide range of libraries with ready-made templates for various options for the dentoalveolar system aesthetic and functional characteristics. This fact allows the attending physician to do without any intermediary for the manufacture of dental prostheses, if the material and technical resources permit. The use of 3D printing in dentistry has only recently begun. From our point of view, the active use of photopolymer 3D resins can become a promising option in terms of economic and strength characteristics.
Numerical analysis of mixed convection and Thomson-Troian slip effects on ternary nanofluid flow and heat transfer over a stretching sheet with porous media: Darcy-Forchheimer model
Authors:   Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Career Point University, Hamirpur (H.P.), India, Singh B. , Sood S. ,   Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Career Point University, Hamirpur (H.P.), India, Thakur A. ,   Department of Mathematics, CMR Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Chandel S. ,   Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Career Point University, Hamirpur (H.P.), India
Published: September 2024

The present study unveils research that examines the laminar motion of water-infused nanofluid comprised of nanoparticles of TiO2 (titanium dioxide), Ag (silver), and Cu (copper) over a stretching sheet. The flow undergoes a novel slip condition based on Thomson and Troian to model complex fluid behavior near solid walls and incorporate the Darcy-Forchheimer model to comprehensively analyze the influence of a porous medium on flow behavior. Moreover, a heat source/sink and radiation are included to ensure the outcome of the energy equation will resemble most actual-world applications. Partial differential equations (PDEs) of higher order, originally used to describe the system are then reformulated into higher-order non-linear ordinary differential equations (ODEs) by taking symmetry variables that are chosen thoughtfully. The resulting boundary layer equations are then turned into a set of ODEs by implementing relevant similarity transformations, which can be solved using the M ATLAB function bvp4c. Through graphs, the variations in the velocity, Nusselt number, temperature, and skin friction coefficient were displayed. The outcome showed that the incorporation of silver nanoparticles (0.01–0.03) enhanced the skin friction coefficient by ≈ 1.68 % and the Nusselt number reduced up to ≈ 5 %. The Forchheimer number also reported a 6.5% enhancement and 1.5% reduction in the skin friction coefficient and the Nusselt number, respectively. The velocity slip parameter γ1 correlates with an upswing in temperature and skin friction coefficient for the ternary nanofluid while observing a decline in the velocity and Nusselt number.
Temporal Dynamics of Stress, Affect, and Abdominal Pain in IBS:
Insights from a Clinical Sample
Authors:   University of Rijeka, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Department of Psychology, PLETIKOSIĆ TONČIĆ Sanda , TONČIĆ Marko ,   University of Rijeka, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Department of Psychology, JANČEC Tajana ,   Varaždin County Public Health Institute
Published: September 2024

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has a complex aetiology involving biological
and psychological alterations. Among others, stress seems to be a relevant
factor for IBS symptom onset and exacerbation. Affective changes can be
related to symptom severity and stressful experiences and may be valuable
for therapeutic purposes. The aim of this study was to examine temporal
dynamics of affect, stress, and symptom severity (specifically abdominal
pain) in a sample of IBS patients.
Thirty-two outpatients kept a diary with a set of short questionnaires (Affect
scale, Symptom severity scale, and Daily stress measure) once a day, in the
evening, for 14 days.
Abdominal pain was modeled as a function of between-person, concurrent
and lagged within-person effect of stress and affect controlling for
autoregressive pain effects. Positive and negative affect exhibited concurrent
effects on abdominal pain while stress did not. Daily variation in positive
affect was associated with a decrease in pain while the opposite was true for
negative affect. Positive and negative affect models explained over 40% of
the variation in daily abdominal pain. Even though the models had a good
fit, the amount of variance explained by positive and negative affect alone
was relatively small (~7%) with high interindividual heterogeneity.
It seems that day-to-day stress variations do not have a direct impact on
abdominal pain, while affective dynamics appear closely related to pain
variations.
Artificial intelligence for citizen participation to promote sustainable services for sustainable development in South African municipalities: A conceptual analysis
Authors: Niyitunga Eric Blanco , Modibedi Logic Lefika
Published: September 2024

The linkages between adequate service delivery and sustainable development have been given a little academic attention in the South Africa’s local municipalities. For this reason, the achievement of sustainable development has been difficult which has culminated in the occurrence of service delivery protests. These service delivery protests have posed critical threats to social security thus affecting the possibility to achieve sustainable development in South Africa. the paper findings showed that the delivery of inadequate services to the citizens is triggered by the failure to equally include citizens in the process. One of the threats that the paper found is the fact that these service delivery protests have become a major issue and any move to solve them without citizen participation has been unsuccessful. The paper findings also showed that that the lack of adequate service delivery to the citizens causes human insecurities which in turn affect the achievement of sustainable development. This is because the occurrence of the service delivery protests deteriorates national economic growth and human growth. They affect foreign investors and international tourists by instilling fear in them and yet they are contributors to sustainable economic growth that leads to sustainable development. The findings of this paper also presented that the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies can increase citizen participation during service delivery. It is through the use of citizen participation that openness, transparency, accountability, and representation principles that promote the delivery of adequate services are possible. The paper found that using AI technologies would also foster trust between the service provider and service receiver needed for delivering adequate services, thus achieve sustainable development in South Africa.
Analysis of strengthening disaster risk financing within the framework of disaster management policy in Indonesia
Authors: Soetono Bambang , Barokah Ade Siti , Samudra Azhari Aziz , Satispi Evi
Published: September 2024

This research analyzes disaster risk financing within the framework of the disaster management policy in Indonesia as the implementation of the Disaster Management Law, Number 24 of 2007, by examining recent issues, challenges, and opportunities in disaster financing. Utilizing a qualitative approach, the research systematically reviews various studies, reports, and existing regulations and policies to understand the current landscape comprehensively. Recent developments in disaster risk financing in Indonesia highlight the need for a nuanced exploration of the existing policy framework. Fiscal constraints, evolving risk landscapes, and the increasing frequency of disasters underscore the urgency of effective disaster risk financing strategies. Through a qualitative examination, this study identifies challenges while illuminating opportunities for innovation and improvement within the current policy framework. The contribution of this research extends to both theoretical and practical levels. Theoretically, it enriches the academic discourse on disaster risk financing by offering a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved. On a practical level, the findings derived from the examination provide actionable recommendations for policymakers and practitioners engaged in disaster management in Indonesia. The insights aim to inform the refinement of disaster management policies and practices, fostering resilience and adaptability in the face of evolving disaster scenarios.
Medial patellar luxation induces cartilage erosion in dogs: a retrospective study of prevalence and risk factors
Authors: Kim Hye-Won , Kim Yong-Sun , Kim Woo Keyoung , Kang Kyu-Won , Kang Byung-Jae
Published: September 2024

OBJECTIVE

To explain the relationship between cartilage erosion and medial patellar luxation (MPL) and to identify risk factors in dogs.

METHODS

A retrospective review was conducted on 90 dogs (103 stifles) surgically treated for MPL between January 2006 and March 2024. Data collected included signalment, side of operated stifle, patellar luxation grade, symptom duration, and lameness score. Cartilage erosion was evaluated for extent and location on the patella and femoral trochlea. Statistical analyses were conducted to identify risk factors.

RESULTS

The prevalence of cartilage erosion of the patella and femoral trochlea was 47.6% (49/103) and 54.4% (56/103), respectively, increasing with a higher grade of patellar luxation. Lesions were most prevalent in the distolateral patella and proximomedial trochlea, with generalized lesions more prevalent in grade IV. The extent of both lesions was significantly associated with age, patellar luxation grade, and symptom duration, while body weight significantly correlated only with the cartilage erosion of the patella. No significant correlation was observed with sex, side of operated stifle, or lameness score.

CONCLUSIONS

Many patients with MPL exhibited cartilage erosion in the patellofemoral joint, likely due to biomechanical mechanisms. Surgery can be indicated for patients with MPL, as it may prevent cartilage erosion while improving patellofemoral alignment and gait. When selecting surgical candidates, it is important to consider risk factors, such as patellar luxation grade, body weight, age, and symptom duration.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

Early surgical treatment is recommended, especially for dogs with higher body weight and higher grade of MPL, to prevent cartilage erosion and secondary osteoarthritis.
Factors Influencing Students’ Attitude and Motivation About Studying English as a Foreign Language
Authors: Ningtiyas Reza Ayu , Rahmawati* Yeni
Published: September 2024

This study aims to analyze the factors that influence students' attitudes and motivation in learning English as a Foreign Language. These factors include various elements that influence students' desire and interest in learning English, such as internal and external motivation, perception of the usefulness of English, and previous language learning experience. The method to be used is quantitative research using descriptive design. The population is all students of the English Department at Universitas Muhammadiyah Kalimantan Timur (UMKT). The population of this study was about 196 students, and the researcher randomly selected a sample of 132 students from the total population for this study.  Based on the results of the study, 69.7% of students have the motivation to learn English because they want to have a profession related to the language later. This shows that most students have a strong motivation to learn English because they see a direct relevance between English language skills and future career opportunities.
HOST STATE CONTROLS VS. FOREIGN INVESTMENT PROTECTION: INDIGENOUS PEOPLE RIGHTS ON REMPANG ISLAND, INDONESIA
Authors: Halim Abdul
Published: September 2024

The enactment of national Law No. 25 of 2007 on Investment is carried out in the framework of uplift the initiation of a favorable domestic business condition for investment to reinforce the competitiveness of the domestic economy and advance investment; while the right of indigenous has been marginalized. The recent case of conflict between the government investment policy and the Indeginous people under the   Rempang Eco City project in Batam is remain contentious. This article utilized the normative approaches to investigate this issue, and Rempang case become a context to investigate. Resolving land tenure conflicts between the local community and BP Batam must begin with tracing the history of the land through history, cultural heritage, natural physical signs, recognition and testimony from residents and traditional institutions. Protecting foreign investors must also take care of indeginous people rights surrounding it.
HALAL INVESTMENT AND TOURISM POLICY IN ACEH PROVINCE, INDONESIA: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES
Authors: Ardiyansyah Amzar , Hanifah Ida , Nadirah Ida
Published: September 2024

The Government of Aceh holds the authority to implement halal investment and tourism policies as outlined in Article 25 of Qanun Number 8 of 2013 on Tourism, in conjunction with Article 165 of Law Number 11 of the Aceh Government, which allows for domestic and foreign investment in tourist attraction businesses. However, this authority has not been fully utilized, leading to a negative impact on poverty rates in Aceh. This article employs a normative juridical method, utilizing library research and collecting primary, secondary, and tertiary materials to analyze laws and regulations qualitatively. The current implementation of halal tourism and investment policies in Aceh has not effectively addressed poverty alleviation. Halal tourism is not solely market-driven but also community-driven. Challenges to the implementation of halal tourism include internal factors such as natural disasters, political instability, and institutional management issues, as well as external factors like Islamophobia and marketing perceptions. To address these challenges, the Government of Aceh should establish national and international cooperation programs and strategies to promote the potential of halal tourism. Additionally, a dedicated qanun related to halal investment and tourism should be developed to support these efforts.
ATTITUDE OF INDONESIAN MUSLIMS TOWARDS PRODUCT BOYCOTT PRO-ISRAEL Analysis Of Fatwas Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) Number 83 of 2023 Concerning Legal Status of Supporting the Palestinian Struggle
Authors: Fajri Ibrahim , Rosyadi Abdu Rahmat
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the Indonesian Ulema Council Fatwa Number 83 of 2023 concerning the Legal Status of Supporting the Palestinian Struggle, aiming to evaluate public compliance with the fatwa in boycotting Israeli products and their affiliates. The Indonesian Ulema Council, an independent Islamic organization not affiliated with any political parties or specific Islamic sects, possesses the authority to issue fatwas grounded in Sharia law. Through a qualitative juridical-sociological approach, this study scrutinizes the content and ramifications of these fatwas on the Muslim community in Indonesia. The research concludes that while MUI fatwas carry informal legal significance, their implementation should consider fundamental needs and national economic repercussions. Indonesian Muslims demonstrate diverse reactions to the fatwa, with some adhering to it due to religious beliefs, while others prioritize practical necessities and business concerns over the boycott call. The prevalent support for the fatwa must be considered in the pursuit of justice for Palestinians.
INDONESIAN MIGRANT WORKERS (IMW) AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING: PERSPECTIVES FROM ISLAMIC AND HUMAN RIGHTS STANDPOINTS
Authors: Kusumawati Mustika Prabaningrum
Published: September 2024

Indonesian migrant workers (IMW) serve as a stark representation of female poverty in Indonesia. Despite the constitutional guarantees outlined in Article 27 of the 1945 Constitution, which ensure employment opportunities both domestically and internationally, many IMW find themselves ensnared in the web of human trafficking. This article delves into this pressing issue through the dual lenses of Islamic teachings and human rights principles. Employing a normative legal research methodology with a statutory approach, a comparative analysis was conducted to evaluate the regulatory frameworks concerning IMW and human trafficking. Both Islam and human rights frameworks underscore the gravity of human trafficking, emphasizing the government's duty to prioritize domestic employment opportunities for women to safeguard their livelihoods. The eradication of human trafficking hinges on four key pillars: prevention, prosecution, protection, and partnership. Enhanced efforts are imperative to create suitable employment opportunities for IMW, particularly women, aligning with Islamic teachings and upholding global and national human rights standards for women's protection.
Comparative Performance Assessment of Foreign Trade Flows in Agri-Food Products between Romania and Italy
Authors:   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Bucharest, Romania, CONSTANTIN Marius , PRIVITERA Donatella ,   University of Catania, Catania, Italy
Published: September 2024

Agri-food supply chains are increasingly vulnerable to the pressures and disruptions stemming from geopolitical instability, pandemics, population growth, and various societal, economic, and environmental challenges. At this critical moment, the study of foreign trade flows in agri-food products is of high importance to the European Union, considering that the results of such evaluations could assist in the development of strategies to optimise trade flows in alignment with emerging market opportunities. Both endowed with abundant factor resources, Romania and Italy have the opportunity to leverage their advantages in this turbulent global environment. By assuming leadership roles within the European Union, they can strengthen the competitiveness of their agri-food sectors. Given this context, the objective of this research was to propose strategic directions to improve the level of food security and economic performance of the Romanian and Italian agri-food sectors, according to the findings derived from a comparative assessment of foreign trade flows. Therefore, this article addressed a literature gap by proposing an assessment framework focused on mapping trade patterns that can mutually maximise economic benefits. Descriptive statistical analyses and a correlation matrix were performed based on the data extracted from the International Trade Centre's database, covering the period from 2013 to 2022. This research revealed a fundamental contrast: Due to limited processing capabilities, Romania is dependent on exporting low-priced, unprocessed agricultural materials, mainly cereals and oil seeds; while Italy excels in exporting processed agri-food products with high added value, namely beverages, spirits, vinegar and preparations of cereals. Both countries should intensify collaboration by leveraging their respective strengths to counterbalance their weaknesses, thereby leading to the mutual advancement of their agri-food sectors.
National Examination in Romania between 2017 and 2023 – A Microdata Analysis
Authors:   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania, ANDREI Tudorel , MIRICA Andreea ,   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania, STOICA Irina-Elena ,   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania
Published: September 2024

The National Examination in Romania holds significant importance for students, determining high school admissions and shaping future opportunities. Analysing 2023 results, it was found that despite passing grades, many students faced admission challenges, especially rural students. Disparities persist between rural and urban students, intensified by factors such as absenteeism and limited access to educational resources. The digitalisation of the 2024 National Examination reflects a changing educational landscape, presenting both opportunities and challenges. This paper highlights the interaction of sex, residency, and online teaching experience on National Examination results from 2017 to 2023, using microdata retrieved from data.gov.ro. Rural students and those who did not experience online teaching generally obtained lower scores compared to urban students and those who had online teaching exposure. The correlation between performance in the National Evaluation Exam and school dropout rates underscores the critical importance of education in societal inequalities. It is crucial to keep investigating ways to reduce educational gaps and make education more inclusive in Romania. While this study provides valuable insights, it is not without limitations. However, limitations, such as variations in examination difficulty and disruptions due to external factors like teacher strikes, should be considered in interpreting the findings. Future research should continue to explore strategies for mitigating these disparities and promoting educational equality in Romania.
What Factors Affect Households' Decision to Be a New “International Migrant Household” in Rural Bangladesh? Evidence from a Unique Panel Data
Authors:   University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom, UDDIN Mahtab
Published: September 2024

We explore the role of households’ economic status and migration network on the probability of becoming a new international migrant household while controlling for other conventional parameters. We use the Bangladesh Integrated Household Survey data, a nationally representative panel for rural Bangladesh covering three periods – 2012, 2015, and 2018. Based on a dynamic panel probit model, we find that being from the top four income deciles in the base year (2012) leads to a statistically significant higher probability of being a migrant household in a later period. We also observe a strong impact of the migration network. Having a family member abroad in the baseline increases the probability of having a new migrant in the later periods significantly. In addition, being in the migrant-prone area increases the probability of sending a new member abroad. However, the village migration network is a weaker predictor of future migration than the family network.
Bayesian Symbolic Regression and Other Similar Methods as a Tool for Forecasting Commodities Prices
Authors:   University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland, DRACHAL Krzysztof
Published: September 2024

Bayesian Symbolic Regression (BSR) is used to predict spot prices of 56 commodities. BSR is a certain improvement over the symbolic regression technique based on genetic programming. Besides, there has been limited applications of the symbolic regression to forecasting prices in economics and finance. Contrary to prior simulations of BSR with synthetic data, this study discusses an application to the real-world data derived from commodities markets. In particular, forecasting one month ahead spot prices of 56 commodities. Indeed, BSR presents valuable capabilities for addressing the complexities associated with variable selection in econometric modelling. It is expected to also handle also some other challenges smoothly. Therefore, this study is carefully tailored to deal with commodity markets time-series data. Moreover, several alternative techniques are also tested, i.e., the symbolic regression with genetic programming, Dynamic Model Averaging, LASSO and RIDGE regressions, time-varying parameters regression, ARIMA, and no-change method, etc. In particular, the main aim is to focus on forecast accuracy. The obtained outcomes can give valuable insights for both researchers and practitioners interested in implementing BSR in econometric and financial projects in the future.
Digital Assets: Emerging Opportunities and Challenges
Authors:   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Bucharest, Romania, DEAK Elena Roxana
Published: September 2024

As more people and organisations acknowledge the potential advantages and opportunities of digital assets, their use is increasing. Digital assets are gaining popularity due to increasing interest in blockchain technology, which is characterised as decentralised, efficient, and safe, and offers a transparent and immutable record of transactions. The introduction of new clearing techniques, including central bank digital currencies, is expected to increase the credibility and stability of the digital assets market, so attracting more participants. In the cryptocurrency field, the Bitcoin halving represented a noteworthy and an increasingly expected event, its effects being the halving of the reward for new bitcoin mining, the admittance of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US and the initiation of spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in Hong Kong standing as happenings which are able to shape the global trust in cryptocurrencies, in their capacity as exchange and value storage instruments. Despite these matters, there is no harmonisation at worldwide level regarding the jurisdictional landscape, and the utilisation of digital assets is, at times, slowed down or propelled by the regulatory structures. In addition, regulatory and surveillance systems have been launched by some jurisdictions, for example MiCA in the European Union, whereas other jurisdictions conduct fewer steps in this sense. The research aims to assess the manner in which market capitalisation is shaped by funds’ inflow coming from private and institutional investors in the novel Bitcoin ETFs at the US scale and how consumer behaviour is altered by these market participants.
A Data-Driven Approach: Assessing the Relevance of AI Algorithms in Tailoring Personalised Content for Social Media Users
Authors:   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Bucharest, Romania, APOSTOL Ingrid Georgeta , PRELIPCEAN Mihai ,   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Bucharest, Romania, BOSTANICA Elena ,   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Bucharest, Romania, MUNTHIU Maria-Cristiana ,   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Bucharest, Romania
Published: September 2024

In the rapidly evolving landscape of social media platforms, the delivery of personalised content has become crucial to engage users and foster meaningful interactions. Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithms offer promising solutions to this challenge by leveraging vast amounts of user data to tailor content recommendations to individual preferences. This research presents a comprehensive quantitative analysis aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of AI algorithms in personalising content for social media users. The key findings will provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of various AI algorithms in delivering personalised content across different social media contexts. We aim to see if AI-driven personalisation significantly enhances user engagement, with tailored content receiving higher interaction rates compared to non-personalised content. Furthermore, this article study if exists factors that influence the success of AI-based personalisation efforts, including user demographics, content characteristics, and platform-specific features. The analysis highlights the importance of considering these factors when designing and implementing AI-driven content personalisation strategies. The current state of the scientific literature reveals a growing interest in the use of AI for content personalisation in social media. While previous studies have highlighted the potential benefits of AI-driven personalisation, there remains a need for empirical evidence to quantify its effectiveness and understand its impact on user engagement and satisfaction. The research questions from the questionnaire focus on quantifying the impact of personalised content on user engagement, content relevance, and user satisfaction. Overall, this study contributes to advancing our understanding of the role of AI in content personalisation and its impact on user experiences in social media environments. Through quantitative analysis, we provide empirical evidence to support the adoption of AI-powered personalisation techniques, ultimately leading to more engaging and satisfying user experiences on social media platforms.
КОЛОНИАЛЬНАЯ КОРЕЯ ГЛАЗАМИ ЯПОНСКИХ ИСТОРИКОВ: ОСНОВНЫЕ НАПРАВЛЕНИЯ ЯПОНСКОЙ ИСТОРИОГРАФИИ КОНЦА ХIХ–ХХ вв.
Authors: ОВЧИННИКОВА Любовь Всеволодовна
Published: September 2024

The author presents an overview of Japanese historiography on colonial Korea (late 19th – 20th centuries). Mainstream Japanese historiography arose out of a fusion of Western historiography introduced by Ludwig Riess and the Chinese kōshōgaku tradition. Japanese historiography on East Asia generally followed the negative portrayals of China and Korea. Tokyo Imperial University’s 1890 history of Japan, the Kokushigan, argued for a common ancestry to Koreans and Japanese. Views of Korea's historical subjugation to Japan became widely accepted in Japanese scholarship. From the beginning of the XX century Japan promoted the idea of a joint and inseparable “Manchurian-Korean history”, where Korea was subjected to heteronomy in politics and economics. After WWII, the subject of colonization has been always featured prominently in such publications, ever since the founding of the Japanese Society for the Study of Korean History in 1959. Such publications featuring colonial history as Japanese history (1962) and an eight-volume series entitled Contemporary Japan and its Colonies played a crucial role in the Kindai Nihon to shokuminchi debates on Japan’s responsibility towards Asia in the early 80-s. About this time the Japanese Society for Colonial Studies was founded.
ХАРАКТЕРИСТИКИ ОРГАНИЗАЦИОННОЙ ДИНАМИКИ ФИНАНСОВОГО КАПИТАЛИЗМА
Authors: ЛУЦЕНКО Антон Виленович
Published: September 2024

Based on tectological system analysis developed by Alexander Bogdanov (1873– 1928), the article traces the evolution of financial capitalism in the XIXth and early XXth centuries. The author examines the making of «plutocracy» as a group that speculates on virtual symbolic values at the expense of the production of life-sustaining necessities, and characterizes the connection of «plutocracy» with militarism and the distribution of goods typical for «war communism». An alternative to this, as Bogdanov believed, is a «collectivism» based on a planned economy. The article ends with a complex description of the main reasons for the incompatibility of «plutocracy» and «collectivism».
ПЕЙЗАЖ В РОМАНЕ Т. ГАРДИ «ПОД ДЕРЕВОМ ЗЕЛЁНЫМ»
Authors: Задорожная Агата Андреевна , Модина Галина Ивановна
Published: September 2024

The article is devoted to the poetics of landscape in T. Hardy’s novel “Under the Greenwood Tree” – the first literary work that entered the writer’s “Wessex Novels” cycle. It considers the story and the biographical context of the novel creation, analyses the creation techniques of landscapes and landscape sketches, identifies the functions of landscape descriptions in the system of images and the artistic world of the novel. It discovers that landscape “transcends the borders” of the nature image and operates as an independent character, spiritualized nature appears as the value centre of the literary work, and landscape descriptions introduce superplot content into the novel – eternal and timeless.
ПРАГМАТИЧЕСКИЕ АСПЕКТЫ ЛИНГВОКРЕАТИВНОСТИ В ПОЛИТИЧЕСКОМ ДИСКУРСЕ АНГЛОЯЗЫЧНЫХ СМИ
Authors: Быкова Карина Игоревна
Published: September 2024

The purpose of the research is to identify the discursive and pragmatic reasons for linguistic creativity in political media discourse. The author of the article defines the types of linguistic creativity in the political discourse of English media, reveals the influence of both pragmatic factors and modern English communication on the emergence of linguocreatems. The scientific novelty of the research is related to the desire to determine the linguistic creativity usage patterns in the political discourse of English media. The results of the research show that the reasons for linguistic creativity in the political media discourse are due to linguistic, communicative, socio-political factors.
ДРЕВО ПОЗНАНИЯ ВЭРСКОЙ ПУСТОШИ: ПЕЙЗАЖ В РОМАНЕ ДЖОНА ФАУЛЗА «ЛЮБОВНИЦА ФРАНЦУЗСКОГО ЛЕЙТЕНАНТА»
Authors: Червякова Дина Юрьевна
Published: September 2024

The article studies the poetics of landscapes in John Fowles’ novel “The French Lieutenant’s Woman”. The features of the composition of landscapes, key mythological, literary and pictorial allusions, the role of some landscape images (wind, ash, ivy) are considered. A link between the descriptions of natural landscape and the development of the theme of initiation is revealed.
Жанровое своеобразие романа А. Варламова «Затонувший ковчег»
Authors: Ню Юэцю , Осипова Ольга Ивановна
Published: September 2024

The article is devoted to the genre analysis of the novel “The Sunken ark” by A. Varlamov, this aspect is practically not studied in modern literary studies. As a result of the study it is determined that the polyphony of the novel was influenced by the inclusion of hagiography, parable, eschatological myth in its genre structure. The eschatological myth determined the plot line of the novel. The parable is connected with the characterological conflict in the novel, as the characters express their position on many issues of existence. The hagiography influences the content level of the work: religious motifs, chronotope, the presence of a hero – a saint.
MATEMATIČKO MODELOVANJE I PID REGULACIJA TERMALNE ZONE U HIL OKRUŽENJU
Authors: Nikolić Predrag
Published: September 2024

U ovom radu je opisan matematički model termalne zone, kao i primena Proporcionalno - Integralno - Diferencijalnog zakona PID (eng. Proportional - integral - derivative) regulacije temperature u okviru zone. Praktični deo rada obuhvata implementaciju hardvera u petlji - HIL (eng. Hardware In the Loop) pristupa upotrebom odgovarajućeg hardvera i programskog okruženja. Razvijen je dinamički model termalne zone u kojoj je integrisano grejno telo (radijator) sa mogućnošću upravljanja putem kontrole masenog protoka dotoka tople vode do istog.
ИМПЛЕМЕНТАЦИЈА И ТЕСТИРАЊЕ ХИПЕРВИЗОРА ЗА ПАРАЛЕЛНО ИЗВРШАВАЊЕ ПАРТИЦИЈА НА ZEDBOARD ПЛАТФОРМИ
Authors: Радоњић Ксенија
Published: September 2024

У овом раду описана је имплементација и рад хипервизора на развојној платформи ZedBoard. Ради се о слоју између хардвера и софтвера који оптимизује искоришћеност обје стране, омогућавајући извршавање вишеструких апликација на једном хардверу. За распоређивање паралелних партиција (задатака) на више процесорских језгара коришћен је EDF планер. Детаљно је објашњена структура и кораци за имплементацију система на ZedBoard плочи. Описана су спроведена тестирања комуникације, начина рада и распоређивања партиција на процесорским језгрима.