bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Main Impact Factors for the Propagation from Meteorological Drought to Socio-Economic Drought from the Perspective of a Small Area, Based on a Practical Survey
Authors: Cai Chenkai , Wu Changhuai , Wang Jing , Wang Helong , Wang Ruotong , Fu Lei , Wen Jinhua
Published: May 2024

Drought is one of the most frequent types of natural disasters in the world, and it has been classified into several different categories. Generally, meteorological drought is considered to be the beginning of a drought disaster, while socio-economic drought is the possible ultimate result. However, controversy remains around the main impact factors in the propagation from meteorological drought to socio-economic drought over the past decades. In this study, a comprehensive investigation of the 2022 drought event in the city of Lishui, China was conducted to build a model for analyzing the main impact factors in the propagation from meteorological drought to socio-economic drought. The results showed that the 2022 drought event had a great impact on the city’s socio-economic activities. According to governmental reports on socio-economic drought and basic information on water sources, a random forest attribution analysis model was built. The model demonstrated a great performance in distinguishing whether a socio-economic drought had occurred, with an accuracy of 0.9935, a true positive rate of 0.9489 and a false positive rate of 0.0021. Additionally, the variables related to water sources—including drainage area, covered population and daily water supply volume—were found to be more important than the other variables related to meteorological conditions in the model, meaning that the capacity of water sources is the main impact factor in the propagation between meteorological drought and socio-economic drought. In other words, it is feasible to prevent the propagation of meteorological drought to socio-economic drought through water conservancy engineering construction.
Analisis Performa Orbital Angular Momentum-Index Modulation Komunikasi Jarak Dekat 6G Waveform
Authors: Sutanto Yudi Sutanto , Teguh Yoga Putra
Published: May 2024

Saat ini, komunikasi nirkabel sedang bermigrasi dari 5G ke 6G. Hal ini berlangsung dikarenakan penerapan baru dari teknologi Sensory Transmission, Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), dan Digital Twin. Masalah yang muncul dari penerapan migrasi ini adalah batasan pita yang diacu pada peraturan diatas, reliable link range atau berapa jarak bahwa komunikasi berhasil dilakukan, dan peningkatan jumlah pengguna yang akan dilayani.
Penelitian ini menggunakan hasil performa Orbital Angular Momentum-Index Modulation (OAM-IM) yang dibandingkan dengan Orthogonal Frequency Division (OFDM) untuk komunikasi jarak dekat untuk tiap Bit Error Rate (BER) pada jarak yang telah disebutkan pada gambaran umum. Metode OAM-IM dapat menghasilkan nilai BER yang lebih rendah dibanding dengan metode OFDM melalui analisis statistik deskriptif.
Hasil simulasi dijabarkan dalam bentuk tabel dan bagan dan dibandingkan BER dari kedua metode tersebut yang lebih rendah. Rata-rata BER OFDM adalah 0.486818 sedangkan BER yang lebih rendah tercatat pada metode OAM-IM sebesar 0.314013 untuk simulasi yang diajukan.
Kata Kunci: Orbital Angular Momentum-Index Modulation; OAM-IM; Orthogonal Frequency Division; OFDM; Bit Error Rate; BER; Sensory Transmision; Intelligent Transportation System; ITS; Digital Twin; 5G; 6G
Analisis Sentimen Mahasiswa Terhadap Kurikulum Literasi Digital di Universitas Singaperbangsa Karawang Menggunakan Naïve Bayes
Authors: Luthfiyyah Ibtihal Qomariyyah , Sari Betha Nurina , Ridwan Taufik
Published: May 2024

Implementasi Kurikulum Literasi Digital di Universitas Singaperbangsa Karawang (Unsika) sebagai langkah konkrit mengingat pentingnya literasi digital. Evaluasi kurikulum merupakan langkah penting dalam memastikan keefektifan pembelajaran. Saat ini belum ada mekanisme dari pihak Unsika untuk mendorong mahasiswa memberikan feedback terhadap implementasi kurikulum. Salah satu caranya adalah dengan analisis sentimen, diperlukan analisis sentimen menggunakan algoritma Naïve Bayes yang berkontribusi dalam memberikan feedback terhadap evaluasi kurikulum. Proses analisis sentimen ini menggunakan metodologi CRISP-DM (Cross Industry Standard Process for Data Mining). Dalam upaya untuk mendapatkan persepsi mahasiswa dilakukanlah survei menggunakan kuesioner. Jumlah minimal responden ditentukan dengan rumus Slovin sebanyak 388. Pada penelitian ini jumlah data yang digunakan sebanyak 591. Adanya ketidakseimbangan dalam data, untuk mengatasi hal tersebut dapat dilakukan teknik oversampling menggunakan ADASYN (Adaptive Synthetic Sampling Approach). Data telah dibersihkan sehingga menghasilkan 347 sentimen positif dan 176 sentimen negatif. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan model terbaik dan word frequency berupa visualisasi kata-kata yang berperan penting pada setiap kategori sentimen untuk digunakan evaluasi kurikulum. Dari delapan skenario model yang diuji, model yang dilatih dengan algoritma Naïve Bayes menggunakan pembagian 90% data training dan 10% data testing dengan penerapan ADASYN menjadi model terbaik dengan accuracy 89%, precision 100%, recall 85%, dan f1-score 92%.
Analisis Sentimen Opini Masyarakat terhadap Film Horor Indonesia Menggunakan Metode SVM dan TF-IDF
Authors: Br Sinulingga Jesica Emarapenta , Sitorus Hizkya Cesar Kayika
Published: May 2024

In the digital era, public opinions regarding Indonesian horror films often receive significant attention on social media platforms. The objective of this study is to assess the perspectives and sentiments expressed by the public concerning Indonesian horror films. The Support Vector Machine (SVM) method along with Term Frequency-Inverse Document Frequency (TF-IDF) is utilized as the primary analytical tool in this research. Issues and public viewpoints regarding horror films are extracted from social media platforms to identify both pros and cons. Employing the SVM method in conjunction with text representation using TF-IDF is expected to provide comprehensive insights into the emotional responses of the public toward specific film genres. The analyzed dataset comprises 2281 entries. Subsequently, the application of the Support Vector Machine (SVM) algorithm is employed for text classification, coupled with word weighting using TF-IDF. The outcomes of this analysis exhibit an accuracy of 82.51%, a precision of 5.28%, a recall of 7.26%, and an F1 Score of 6.12%. This study demonstrates the efficacy of the SVM and TF-IDF methods in classifying public sentiment toward Indonesian horror films and has the potential to provide insights into the social impact and reception of film works within the entertainment industry.
Inclusive Business and Its Contribution to Employing People with Disabilities
Authors: Felix* Antonius , Wijaya Felix Jonathan , Venita Erin , Melisa Melisa , Patricia Angel , Sidarta Eric , Athaliav Tania
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this research is to investigate how Kopi Sunyi's unique approach to inclusive employment and education influences customer perceptions and fosters inclusivity. Utilizing a comprehensive research methodology, including analysis of online reviews, direct visits, and observational data, this study offers valuable insights into Kopi Sunyi's role in fostering inclusivity and challenging societal norms. Results reveal that Kopi Sunyi's commitment to providing employment opportunities and inclusive education through the Sunyi Academy program has positively influenced customer perceptions, fostering a welcoming atmosphere and friendly service. The cafe's efforts in challenging societal stigmas have led to increased awareness and support for individuals with disabilities in the workforce. The findings underscore the transformative potential of inclusive business practices in promoting social inclusion and empowerment.
Keyword:  Workplace Disabilities; Inclusive Environment; Equality in Workplace; Social Inclusion; Job Opportunities
Young Investors' Decision to Select Islamic Mutual Fund Investment Applications for Students in Jember: The Impact of Brand Image, Electronic Word of Mouth, and Perceived Ease of Use
Authors: Mahardiyanto* Agus , Subagio N. Ari , Nutqi Crisma Winda Aniva , Prijanto Fajar Wahyu
Published: May 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of brand image, electronic word of mouth, and perceived ease of use on young investors decisions in choosing Islamic mutual fund investment applications for students in Jember. This type of research uses explanatory research and uses a quantitative approach. Researchers used primary data obtained from distributing questionnaires to students in Jember with a sample of 150 respondents. The technique used was purposive sampling technique to select samples. Multiple linear regression analysis is the method used in this study using SPSS software version 26. This study shows the results that the t test (partial) variable electronic reviews and perceived convenience affect young investors in choosing an Islamic mutual fund investment application while brand image does not affect young investors decisions in choosing investment applications
Sacent tout et cetera. Een vijftiende-eeuws formulierboek als unieke schriftelijke getuige van laatmiddeleeuwse vrijwillige rechtspraak in Henegouwen (U.B.G., hs. 2304)
Authors: Schueren Falco Van der
Published: May 2024

Il y a presque cent ans, un formulaire du XVe siècle a été transféré des Archives de l’État à Mons à la Bibliothèque de l’Université de Gand, où, depuis lors, il fait partie de la riche collection des manuscrits médiévaux. Ce transfert a sauvé le manuscrit de l’incendie catastrophique qui a frappé le dépôt d’archives dans la capitale du Hainaut pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale. Jusqu’à présent, cette source a gardé ses secrets car une étude approfondie de celle-ci fait encore défaut. Cependant, le formulaire offre un aperçu unique de l’organisation de la juridiction gracieuse à la fin du Moyen Âge dans le comté de Hainaut et fournit des indications importantes sur le rôle spécifique des hommes de fief. Compte tenu de la valeur de ce manuscrit, une édition critique du texte s’impose donc afin de rendre son contenu plus accessible. Cette contribution veut en premier lieu répondre à ce besoin, mais elle vise également à (1) approfondir les faits déjà connus ; (2) formuler des alternatives afin de nuancer les interprétations antérieures ; (3) lancer des recherches supplémentaires pour combler les lacunes existantes.
De la ville bleue à la métropole grise. Fondation, protection et destruction de Kökeqota (Huehaote)
Authors: Charleux Isabelle
Published: May 2024

From the Blue City to the Grey Metropolis. Foundation, protection and destruction of Kökeqota (Huhehaote)

Kökeqota, the “Blue City”, capital of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region in China, had preserved an architectural heritage of great richness until the 1990s. In 1987 it merited inclusion among the “nationally famous historic and cultural cities” of China. Yet, faced with strong demographic, economic, and urban expansion, the architectural heritage, although “protected”, suffers irreversible degradation. The old city, except for a few temples, is being razed. After a presentation of the city’s history, of its transformations during the Communist period, of the heritage policy, and in particular of the restoration of the religious structures, the article considers their state in 2002, evaluating the extent of the destruction and seeking to understand what is currently at stake.
Rituals for the local gods among the Bod of Paldar
Authors: Riaboff Isabelle
Published: May 2024

The western Himalayan region of Paldar (which lies in the southern part of the Indian State of Jammu-and-Kashmir) pertains to the Indo-Tibetan Marches. It is inhabited by both Pahari-speakers, Hindu, and Tibetan-speakers, Buddhist. The latter, who call themselves Bod (literally “Tibetans”, or more precisely “Tibet”), have developed a hybrid micro-culture, by way of intermingling Indic and Tibetan cultural features. This matter of fact is exemplified by the cults paid to its local gods by the Bod population of the Valley of Kabön: indeed, these rituals have many similarities to their Pahari counterparts, but they also integrate a number of elements which are attested in Zanskar, an enclave of Tibetan culture situated to the North-East of Paldar.
« La tête vers le lever du soleil... ». Orientation quotidienne et rituelle des Tchouktches éleveurs de rennes (Arctique sibérien)
Authors: Vaté Virginie
Published: May 2024

En comparant les matériaux recueillis chez les éleveurs de rennes tchouktches de deux régions de Tchoukotka (Amgouema et Kantchalane), cet article explore la question de l’orientation au sein de la sphère domestique en contexte quotidien et rituel, avec deux objectifs principaux : 1) souligner que la traduction de la terminologie d’orientation tchouktche en termes de direction absolue (nord, sud, etc.) n’est pas fiable ; 2) montrer que l’orientation est non seulement une manière d’organiser et de s’approprier l’espace, mais aussi constitue un moyen de marquer et de définir les différents registres de la vie.
Les crapauds, les tortues et les canards. Sur la pratique du fengshui à Oulan-Bator
Authors: Delaplace Grégory
Published: May 2024

Au cours de l’année 2001 s’est ouvert à Oulan-Bator le premier centre mongol de fengshui proposant les services de spécialistes en réaménagement d’appartements et de lieux de travail. Le succès est immédiat, les centres se multiplient et ne désemplissent pas. C’est un jeune businessman, Ganbaatar, qui est à l’origine de cette heureuse initiative. Le fengshui qu’il propose aux Mongols, ce n’est pas en Chine qu’il l’a appris, mais en Angleterre, où il étudie le management. Il y découvre les enseignements de Lillian Too, une femme d’affaires elle aussi, qui a fait sa fortune en adaptant quelques principes de la géomancie chinoise aux besoins des couches les plus aisées des sociétés occidentales contemporaines. Le fengshui proposé par Ganbaatar s’adresse donc en priorité à ceux qui gagnent de l’argent, ou, plutôt, à ceux qui souhaitent en gagner plus. Les spécialistes du centre, formés à son école, promettent l’enrichissement à ceux qui font appel à leurs services pour réaménager leur environnement. L’auteur présente ici les principes de cette pratique étonnante et nouvelle en Mongolie, dans laquelle la bonne orientation de canards, de tortues, et surtout du crapaud à trois pattes, « dieu de l’argent », garantit l’accumulation de biens matériels. C’est ainsi par la notion de sens, à la fois direction et signification, que le thème de l’orientation sera ici abordé.
De l’Évangile à l’ours en Russie impériale : Comment faire prêter serment à des peuples animistes ?
Authors: Lambert Jean-Luc
Published: May 2024

From the Gospel to the bear in Imperial Russia: how were animist peoples made to swear an oath?

In Imperial Russia, oaths were of considerable importance. Traditionally one would swear an oath by kissing the cross or placing ones hand on the Bible. All male subjects had to swear an oath of loyalty to the tsar, and oaths were a part of common judicial procedures. But, how did the non-Christian peoples of the Russian Empire, in particular members of the animistic minorities of Siberia, swear an oath? This case study shows how the form of a ritual may be adapted in order to guarantee its efficacy. The analysis shows that the Russian authorities created ‘bear’s oaths’, during which animists were supposed to kiss the skull or the paw of a bear when swearing an oath. In this way, the bear was construed as a divinity which could not be cheated and which could therefore serve as a guarantee for the validity of an oath. As a consequence, when Siberians killed a bear, they immediately deceived it by accusing the Russians of the death of the animal; furthermore, Siberian rituals organized to honour this ‘divine bear’ became increasingly complex.
Sleep Quality and Its Related Factors Among Older Adults in Malayer City: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Zanghaneh Maryam , Bashirian Saeed , Ayubi Erfan , Barati Majid , Goodarzi Fataneh , Mirbeyghi Ali
Published: May 2024

Introduction: With age, major changes in sleep pattern and structure occur that causes sleep disturbances and frequent complaints resulting from it. The aim of this study was to determine sleep quality and its related factors among the older adults of Malayer city, west of Iran. Methods: This descriptive and analytical study was conducted on 298 elderly people in Malayer city. The participants were selected by multi-stage random sampling from the elderly referring to comprehensive health centers in Malayer city. The data collection tool included demographic characteristics and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Data were analyzed in SPSS version 18 using independent t-tests and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). Results: The mean and standard deviation of the age of the participants was 68.3±6.7 years. According to the results, 25.5% of the elderly did not have a desirable sleep quality and were suspicious of sleep disorders. Also, there is a statistically significant association between age, number of children and having an underlying disease with sleep quality (P<0.05). Conclusion: The findings of this study showed that the sleep quality of a significant part of the older adults is poor, so it seems necessary to emphasize the importance of performing sleep hygiene behaviors.
Prevalence of Bedsores Among Elderly Hospitalized in Imam Reza Hospital in Kermanshah: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Vafaei Kamran , Ghasemi Hooman , VeisiMiankali Mohammad Javad , Rajabi Nader , Chalechale Maryam , Veisi Milad , Darvishi Niloufar
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Pressure ulcer is one of the serious complications of patients, especially the elderly during hospitalization, which increases the cost of health care and decreases the quality of life of the patient, and often results from long stay in the hospital. Therefore, this study was conducted with the aim of determining the prevalence of bedsores among elderly hospitalized in Imam Reza hospital in Kermanshah. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 5698 patients referred to Imam Reza hospital between 2019 and 2022. The inclusion criteria were more than 65 years old. Wound assessment was performed based on Braden criteria and wound grading by trained experts. After entering the SPSS version 16 software, the data were analyzed using a chi-square test. Results: The average age of the participants in the study was 77.02 ± 8.27 years, and the highest frequency of bedsores (22.3%) was reported in the age group of 65 to 69 years. Wound grades 1 and 4 had the highest and lowest frequency respectively. The chi-square test analysis showed that the degree of wound and the risk assessment of pressure ulcers were not significant according to gender (P<0.05). Conclusion: According to the results of this study, the prevalence of bedsores in Imam Reza hospital in Kermanshah is high, therefore, health and medical units can play an important role in preventing bedsores by knowing about the at-risk populations and implementing appropriate preventive strategies.
Synthesis and characterization of a magnetic bacterial cellulose-chitosan nanocomposite and evaluation of its applicability for osteogenesis
Authors: Rezazadeh Nahid , Alizadeh Effat , Soltani Somaieh , Davaran Soodabeh , Esfandiari Neda
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Natural biopolymers are used for various purposes in healthcare, such as tissue engineering, drug delivery, and wound healing. Bacterial cellulose and chitosan were preferred in this study due to their non-cytotoxic, biodegradable, biocompatible, and non-inflammatory properties. The study reports the development of a magnetic bacterial cellulose-chitosan (BC-CS-Fe3O4) nanocomposite that can be used as a biocompatible scaffold for tissue engineering. Iron oxide nanoparticles were included in the composite to provide superparamagnetic properties that are useful in a variety of applications, including osteogenic differentiation, magnetic imaging, drug delivery, and thermal induction for cancer treatment. Methods: The magnetic nanocomposite was prepared by immersing Fe3O4 in a mixture of bacterial cellulose-chitosan scaffold and then freeze-drying it. The resulting nanocomposite was characterized using FE-SEM and FTIR techniques. The swelling ratio and mechanical strength of the scaffolds were evaluated experimentally. The biodegradability of the scaffolds was assessed using PBS for 8 weeks at 37°C. The cytotoxicity and osteogenic differentiation of the nanocomposite were studied using human adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (ADSCs) and alizarin red staining. One-way ANOVA with Tukey's multiple comparisons test was used for statistical analysis. Results: The FTIR spectra demonstrated the formation of bonds between functional groups of nanoparticles. FE-SEM images showed the integrity of the fibrillar network. The magnetic nanocomposite has the highest swelling ratio (2445% ± 23.34) and tensile strength (5.08 MPa). After 8 weeks, the biodegradation ratios of BC, BC-CS, and BC-CS-Fe3O4 scaffolds were 0.75% ± 0.35, 2.5% ± 0.1, and 9.5% ± 0.7, respectively. Magnetic nanocomposites have low toxicity (P < 0.0001) and higher osteogenic potential compared to other scaffolds. Conclusion: Based on its high tensile strength, low water absorption, suitable degradability, low cytotoxicity, and high ability to induce an increase in calcium deposits by stem cells, the magnetic BC-CS-Fe3O4 nanocomposite scaffold can be a suitable candidate as a biomaterial for osteogenic differentiation.
The Investigation of Death Anxiety and Spiritual Well-Being Levels of Family Members of Patients Admitted to Intensive Care Unit
Authors: Görücü Selçuk , Gürol Arslan Gülşah
Published: May 2024

Introduction: This study aimed to investigate the death anxiety (DA) and spiritual well-being (SWB) levels of first-degree family members of patients hospitalized in the intensive care unit (ICU). Methods: The data of this descriptive correlational type of study were collected through a faceto-face interview and survey with 308 family members who came to visit family members treated in the ICU of a public hospital in the western province of Turkey. Results were analyzed with SPSS software version 22. Results: The average Death Anxiety Scale (DAS) score of the family members is 7.99 (3.15), which is above the middle value (min/max; 0-15), and the average Spiritual Well-Being Scale (SWBS) score is 121.83 (12.91), which is relatively high (min/max; 29-145). A positive, weak, and significant correlation existed between DAS and SWBS mean scores (r=0.20; P<0.05). Conclusion: As a result, the DA levels of family members increase with the thought of losing their patients in the ICU. During this period, family members of patients need spirituality more than ever to cope with increasing DA. In this study, a positive and significant correlation was found between the DA levels and SWB levels of the family members. According to this result, as family members’ DA increases, their spiritual needs also increase.
Exploring the Impact of Online Teaching Environment on EFL Teachers’ Professional Identity
Authors: Fayyad Abuhussein Haya , Badah Amjad
Published: May 2024

The impact of COVID-19 on the higher education sector has extended beyond using alternative technological methods. It has also influenced the professional identities of instructors themselves. This study aims to investigate EFL instructors’ perceptions of the impact of online teaching on identity transformation during the COVID-19 lockdown. It also investigates how online teaching has affected teachers’ professional identity in relevant aspects. The study was conducted during the first academic semester of 2022/ 2023. The researchers adopted a mixed research methodology that involved both quantitative and qualitative research techniques. A questionnaire was distributed to (44) EFL instructors, and semi-structured interviews were conducted with (8) EFL instructors at the Department of Languages and Translation at a Palestinian University, Palestine. Appropriate quantitative and qualitative analyses were utilized to figure out participants’ responses to the questionnaire and the interviews. The results of the survey revealed that online teaching positively influenced instructors’ social relations with their colleagues and students, enhanced the teaching process, and promoted instructors’ self-esteem.  As for the interviews, the findings showed the substantial impact of online teaching on EFL instructors’ identity in terms of their professional needs, self-awareness and self-esteem, relationships with learners, relationships with colleagues, and their perspectives towards their institution. Hence, some recommendations were suggested.
Bioplastic an alternative to plastic in modern world: A systemized review
Authors: Jabeen Mussarat , Tarıq Kainat , Hussain Syed Ubaid
Published: May 2024

Introduction of plastic objects or plastic particles into the Earth's environment that adversely affect all life on the planet is refer as plastic pollution. Currently, plastic pollution is one of the biggest environmental concerns, and sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics are being explored. Using bioplastics, which are made from renewable resources and biodegradable, can reduce plastic pollution and promote environmental sustainability. This review article examines the role of bioplastics in today's society as alternative plastics. A variety of biodegradable polymers, including PLA, PHA, PBS, SB, CB and PUH, have been tested. Plastics made from bioplastics can be used in a wide range of industries, including packaging, biomedical devices, agriculture, and 3D printing. Despite tremendous advances, difficulties such as scalability, cost competitiveness, and end-of-life management remain, requiring additional research and innovation. For the development and implementation of bioplastic alternatives on a global scale, collaboration between academia, business, and governments is essential. Using bioplastics can reduce plastic pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and promote a more sustainable future. This review summarizes a few important bioplastics, their properties, and their uses. In order to address the challenges of plastic pollution in the 21st century, it is important to switch to biodegradable and ecologically friendly materials.
Resonant Tunneling Properties in The Sawtooth Triple Barrier Structures
Authors: Batı Mehmet , Coruh Gonca
Published: May 2024

The resonance tunneling properties of sawtooth triple barrier double-well structures were investigated using the non-equilibrium Green's functions method. The dependence of resonance energies on barrier height and width and well widths was investigated. The tunneling feature of the structure under the electric field was investigated. It has been observed that the transmission probability, resonance tunneling energy, and resonance peak intensity are sensitively dependent on the applied electric field and structure parameters. By choosing the appropriate structure, devices that provide resonance transition at the desired energy can be designed in the desired energy level ranges. Thus, this study can provide a basis for switching and oscillator source nano-device designs.
Fatigue Strength of Drilled Glass Fiber/Epoxy Laminates for Bone Fracture Fixation
Authors: Rakesh Pawan , Gupta Manoj , Singh Inderdeep , Rajput Nitesh Singh , Mahto Jıtendra
Published: May 2024

The metallic bone fracture fixation plates are progressively being replaced by epoxy-reinforced glass fiber laminates (ERGFL) due to a higher strength-to-weight ratio and near neat shape manufacturing. Bone fracture fixation laminates are required to sustain the cyclic load due to the physical movement of the body. Therefore, the characterizations of glass fiber/epoxy laminates with drilled holes are important to study. Despite extensive research on the mechanical characterization of composite laminates, several unique circumstances remain unexplored, such as the characterization of glass fiber/epoxy laminates with drilled holes. The drilling laminates weakened the laminates' mechanical strength and damaged the area around the drilled hole. With Jo drill point designs, the greatest thrust forces (0.56 kN) were observed at 2800 rpm of cutting speed and 0.19 mm/rev of feed rate. Among the various drill points used, the drilled ERGFL laminates with Jo drill had the maximum fatigue life cycle of 87×103.
A Three-Dimensional Finite Element Analysis of A Two-Axially Pre-Loaded Plate Exposed To A Dynamic Force
Authors: Daşdemir Ahmet
Published: May 2024

In this paper, the forced vibration analysis by a harmonically time-dependent force of an elastic plate covered rigidly by a rigid half-plane is given. The plate layer is subjected to bi-axial normal initial force, into lateral sides separately. Here, the preloading state is exactly static and homogeneous. To eliminate the disadvantage of such a nonlinear model, the problem formulation is modeled in terms of the fundamental consideration of the theory of linearized wave in elastic solids under a pre-loaded state (TLWESPS) in a plane-stress case. For this purpose, considering Hamilton’s principles, the system of the partial equations of motion and the boundary-contact conditions are found. Based on the virtual work and the fundamental theorem of the calculus of variation, the three-dimensional finite element method (3D-FEM) is used to understand the dynamic behavior of the plate. A numerical validation process is established based on error norm functions. Next, influences of certain problem parameters such as Young’s modulus, aspect ratio, thickness ratio, pre-loaded parameter, etc. on the frequency mode of the pre-stressed system are given. The numerical investigations show that higher values of Poisson's ratio promote the resonant mode of the plate while increasing the influence of the preloaded parameter on the dynamic response of the plate.
Investigation of Microstructures and Mechanical Properties of Al2024/6061/7075-Graphene Composites
Authors: Işık Elif , Şenel Mahmut Can , Taşkın Aleyna
Published: May 2024

This work aimed to compare the mechanical properties and microstructures of Al2024-graphene, Al6061-graphene, and Al7075-graphene composites produced via the induction hot pressing and powder metallurgy method. The influences of graphene content (0.15-0.45wt.%), heat treatment (sintering and induction hot-pressing), and matrix material (Al2024, Al6061, and Al7075) on the mechanical strength and microstructure of specimens were studied. Compared to Al2024, Al6061 and Al7075 alloys, the compressive strength of Al2024-0.15graphene, Al6061-0.15graphene and Al7075-0.15graphene composites increased by 33.74%, 24.9% and 32%, respectively. The highest compressive strength (506±5 MPa), hardness (164±1.5 HV), and apparent density (2.65 g/cm3) were achieved in sintered and induction heat-treated Al7075-0.15%graphene composite. As a result, it was determined that graphene is an effective reinforcement element. It has been determined that induction hot-pressing improves the mechanical strength of composite materials.
DETERMINANTS OF PROFITABILITY OF INSURANCE COMPANIES IN INDONESIA
(CASE STUDY ON AN INSURANCE COMPANY LISTED ON THE INDONESIAN STOCK EXCHANGE)
Authors: Marlina Reni
Published: May 2024

Insurance as one of the Non-Bank Financial Industries (IKNB) plays an important role in the economy and must perform well and be healthy. Profitability is one of the most important things to assess the performance of an insurance company. This study aims to determine the determinants of the profitability of insurance listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. This research uses multiple linear regression method. The dependent variable is Return On Assets (ROA) and the independent variable is Liquidity, Leverage, Claim Expenses, Premium Income and Company Size. The conclusion is that partially premium income has a significant effect on profitability and simultaneously liquidity, leverage, claims expense, premium income and company size have an effect on insurance company profitability.
Transforming Computer Network Learning: The Role of Animation Media in Developing Students' Understanding of Abstract Material
Authors: Zamzuri Anwar , Hasan Mohd
Published: May 2024

The Malaysian Polytechnic's job is to supply the nation with semi-skilled labor to meet its demands. Numerous study programs, such as the Sequence Systems Diploma program, whose material is integrated with the CISCO professional certification program, have been established for this aim. This effort is in response to industry demand for skilled labor. However, based on examination decisions made by students, it was discovered that there might be shortcomings in the way this subject—which has a lot of abstract content—is taught, which could affect how well students do. This working paper proposes a transformation towards the use of new media such as animation, which has been proven through the study to be effective in depicting abstract lesson content to students. In this regard, a pilot study has been conducted among the teaching staff of this subject to identify the problems being faced. The results of a pilot study carried out in the form of interviews found that teaching staff actually faced problems in understanding students' abstract content in the form of lectures alone. This is because creating a workforce that is semi-skilled, competent, and capable of competing in the more demanding workplace of today requires a precise grasp of the contents of this abstract knowledge.
Faktor-Faktor Yang Berhubungan Dengan Length of Stay di Instalasi Gawat Darurat
Authors: Roselita Windy , Kristi Layun Rining Marina , Abiyoga Aries , Rusdi Rusdi
Published: May 2024

Latar Belakang: Emergency Department Length of Stay, bisa berarti interval waktu antara kedatangan pasien ke UGD dengan waktu pasien secara fisik meninggalkan UGD. LOS di Emergency Department, ditandai dengan waktu yang tidak tepat lama sebelum keberangkatan akhir untuk  tempat tidur di rumah sakit, rumah, atau fasilitas lain diyakini mempengaruhi hasil klinis. Lamanya LOS tentu akan memicu risiko terjadinya hal yang tidak diinginkan, mempengaruhi tingkat keselamatan menurunkan mutu pelayanan rumah sakit dan kepuasan pasien. Tujuan: Tujuan dari studi ini guna mengetahui Faktor-faktor yang Berhubungan Dengan Length of Stay di Instalasi Gawat Darurat RSUD Akhmad Berahim Kabupaten Tana Tidung. Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif berjenis deskriptif analitik. Sampel pada penelitian ini berjumlah 85responden menggunakan metode purposive sampling dengan pendekatan cross sectional. Menggunakan lembar observasi Length of Stay. Hasil: Analisa data bivariat memakai uji chi square pada faktor Waktu Pemeriksaan Diagnostik adalah p 0.003 kurang 0.05 yang berarti ada hubungan antara  Waktu Pemeriksaan Diagnostik dengan Length of Stay di Instalasi Gawat Darurat RSUD Akhmad  Berahim Tana Tidung. Sedangkan faktor Waktu Triase p 1.000 lebih 0.05, faktor Waktu Konsultasi p 0.057 lebih  0.05, faktor Cara Kedatangan p 0.743 lebih 0.05 dan faktor Jenis Kasus p 0.388 lebih 0.05 keempatnya tidak ada hubungan dengan Length of Stay di Instalasi Gawat Darurat RSUD Akhmad Berahim Tana Tidung. Kesimpulan: Adanya Hubungan Waktu Pemeriksaan Diagnostik dengan Length of Stay di Instalasi Gawat Darurat RSUD Akhmad Berahim Tana Tidung. Tidak adanya hubungan antara Waktu Triase, Waktu Konsultasi, Cara Kedatangan, dan Jenis kasus dengan Length of Stay di Instalasi Gawat Darurat RSUD Akhmad Berahim Tana Tidung.
ANALYZING THE INNOVATIVE UAE WEEKLY WORK SYSTEM: THE UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH AS AN EXAMPLE – IMPLICATIONS
Authors: Al Gharaibeh Fakir , Islam M. Rezaul
Published: May 2024

This study analyzes the innovative UAE Weekly Work System: The University of Sharjah as an example, focusing on its impact on productivity, work-life balance, and employee well-being. By scrutinizing the experiences and outcomes of this organizational change, this study aims to inform decision-makers within the university and serve as a valuable resource for educational institutions worldwide. Using a mixed method approach dominated by quantitative analysis, data collection used a semi-structured survey distributed in Arabic and English to capture quantitative insights into employees’ attitudes and perceptions. Statistical analysis of the final dataset of 283 surveys included descriptive statistics and inferential methods to identify significant associations or differences within the data. Findings reveal distinct patterns in adopting various weekly work systems, with a majority favoring a four-day workweek supplemented by flexible online work hours during the weekend. The study highlights positive outcomes, including improved productivity, enhanced time management, and strengthened teamwork. It also identified challenges such as increased traffic congestion and communication issues. The lessons from this initiative provide valuable insights for other universities and institutions in the UAE and beyond, informing the development and implementation of similar work systems tailored to organizational needs.
EMPIRICAL STUDY OF DOMAIN-ADAPTED PRETRAINING AND CROSS-LINGUAL TRANSFER FOR PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE UNDERSTANDING USING THE DOLMA STACK CODE SUBSET
Authors: Guerrero Luis Eduardo Muñoz , Ceballos Yony Fernando , Rojas Luis David Trejos
Published: May 2024

This study aims to investigate the impact of domain-adapted pretraining and cross-lingual transfer on programming language understanding tasks. This paper describes a new approach based on leveraging the code subset of the Dolma corpus focusing on Python, Java, and JavaScript to fine-tune a pre-trained CodeBERT model. Using a combination of pretraining, fine-tuning, and evaluation techniques, the authors evaluated the fine-tuned models on three essential tasks from the CodeXGLUE benchmark: code completion, code summarization, and code search. In addition, the authors examine the zero-shot cross-lingual transferability of the models by fine-tuning one language and testing others. The results provide insights into the effectiveness of domain-adapted pretraining, showing consistent improvements across all three tasks. The cross-lingual transfer evaluation revealed some level of transferability, although there was still a significant gap between monolingual and cross-lingual performance. This new approach makes it possible to conduct valuable empirical studies even with limited computational resources, contributing to a broader understanding of pretraining and transfer learning in the programming domain. This paper is novel because it demonstrates the feasibility and efficiency of conducting programming language understanding research in resource-constrained settings while providing valuable insights for future research.
PERSPECTIVE OF FOUNDATION COURSE BY FIRST YEAR STUDENTS OF ASMC, FIROZABAD
Authors: Gupta Priyanka , Garg Nita , Soni Himanshu
Published: May 2024

Aim: To evaluate and identify the relevance of foundation course in the curriculum of rst year medical students of
ASMC, Firozabad. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 78 (40 males and 38 females) rst year Study Design:
students of ASMC, Firozabad (UP). A questionnaire comprising of skill module, community orientation module, ethics module and competence
skill module were given to students on 1st September 2023 and again on 30th September 2023. The data so obtained was analysed using 3 point
Likert scale. A questionnaire with 4 modules consisting of skill module, ethics module, community o Materials and Methodology: rientation
module and language and computer skill module was prepared and circulated in class. 78 students (40 males and 38 females) were enrolled for the
study. All data was collected and compiled on Microsoft Excel Worksheet. Foundation course was foun Results: Conclusion: d to be benecial to
the students to get introduced to the medical eld and to get acclimatized to the totally new journey of becoming an IMG or physician of 1st
contact.
A RARE CASE REPORT OF CHROMOBLASTOMYCOSIS WITH TUBERCULIN SKIN TEST POSITIVITY.
Authors: Atiya S K , Lateef Fawaaz
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Chromoblastomycosis is a rare chronic fungal infection world wide.Madagascar remains the highest
burden taker of this condition. In India it has been reported in the areas of western ghats more often , this case has been
reported from South India with treatment received as cutaneous TB.The organism enters into skin following trauma or breach in skin. The case has
been reported because of its rare occurrence and often misdiagnosed in clinical practice.
WINE BOTTLE WOES: THE MORBID INTERSECTION OF NEAR HANGING AND MESENTERIC LACERATION: A CASE REPORT
Authors: Mittal Anjesh , Gupta Richa , Abdul Aziz Umer Bin , Singh Ajay
Published: May 2024

We present a case report of a fatal mesenteric injury resulting from a crushed wine bottle following a near hanging
incident. The deceased, a 23 -year-old male, was found hanging from a rope in his residence after consuming a
considerable amount of alcohol. Upon investigation, it was revealed that the individual had fallen from the hanging position, leading to the wine
bottle he was holding being crushed against his abdomen. The blunt force trauma from the shattered bottle caused extensive mesenteric injury,
resulting in hemorrhagic shock and subsequent death. This case underscores the potential for severe and unexpected complications in cases of
alcohol-related self-harm, highlighting the importance of thorough forensic examination and consideration of unusual mechanisms of injury.
Resonantie als Verheffing
Authors: Suárez Müller Fernando
Published: May 2024

De onderstaande analyse van het begrip ‘resonantie’ stamt uit een langere Engelse tekst waarin ik aannemelijk probeer te maken dat niet alleen Hartmut Rosa, die dit begrip vruchtbaar maakt voor een kritische sociologie, maar ook de Kritische Theorie (of Frankfurter Schule) er goed aan zouden doen om zich open te stellen voor ontologisch en metafysisch denken. De ecologische problematiek noopt ons namelijk te heroverwegen wat menselijke waardigheid fundeert. De vraag is: hoe kunnen we ons een begrip van waardigheid voorstellen waarin niet alleen de mens de drager is van waardigheid? Dit is wat mij betreft de essentiële vraag van het ecohumanisme. Als waardigheid in ons ‘mens-zijn’ ligt, waar hebben we die dan precies aan te danken? En waar hebben andere bestaansvormen hun waardigheid dan aan te danken? Dit zijn vragen waarin ethiek en ontologie weer met elkaar in aanraking komen. Maar waarom zouden we ons nog voor metafysica interesseren? Het antwoord is dat iedere ontologie een metafysica veronderstelt, want metafysica probeert de vraag te beantwoorden waarom het zijn – het object van de ontologie – is zoals die is.
Transformation of Rumah Gadang Into Homestasy in Traditional Village of Nagari Sijunjung
Authors: Ermayanti Ermayanti , Indrizal Edi , Irwandi Ade
Published: May 2024

This research explains the transformation of Rumah Gadang in the Traditional Village of Nagari Sijunjung. Rumah Gadang is an embodiment of Minangkabau culture both in place and space and is one of the characteristics of an ideal sociocultural life. But over time, Rumah Gadang has changed its function to become an inn on the tourism agenda. This certainly raises the question of what is the definition of Rumah Gadang for Minangkabau people today. Through observation methods, in-depth interviews and utilizing previous writings, the phenomenon of Rumah Gadang in the Traditional Village of Nagari Sijunjung which is used as an inn and tourist destination through the concept of rural tourism is examined. The results show that Rumah Gadang is not only a place, but functions as a space in carrying out social, economic and cultural life. The transformation of Rumah Gadang to lodging causes some social and cultural functions to be limited but economic functions increase. These two sides of the coin are the intertwining that is happening in the Traditional Village of Nagari Sijunjung where culture and tourism are packaged together. In the end, economic factors through the tourism industry make the survival of Rumah Gadang for Sijunjung people.
Factors Shaping Commitment and Resource Allocation in Managing Quality Tourism Destinations
Authors: Dewi Ike Janita , Ginting Ginta
Published: May 2024

The research aims at analyzing factors affecting the implementation of the quality tourism paradigm by tourism villages. A tourism village is a community-based tourism which offers a rural tourism experience. The research was carried out in the context of strategy formulation post-COVID-19 pandemic. The research specifically portrays the shifting paradigm from quantity to quality tourism development which takes place partly in response to the pandemic. There are concepts and theories taken from the marketing and human resource management, that is, the branding concept, the Theory of Reasoned Action, and the commitment theory to enrich tourism study. The research is quantitative-causal research. This study selected the research locus in the three tourism villages in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Data was collected through a survey. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modelling. The results of this study show that: 1) Level of awareness, Perceived importance, and Influence of other stakeholders positively affect commitment. 2) Level of awareness and Perceived importance positively affect Resource allocation, 3) Influence of other stakeholders has no effect on Resource allocation, and 4) Commitment positively affects Resource allocation.  The research results lead to strategies for managing community-based tourism destinations to offer a quality tourism experience.
Impact of Destination Images and E-WOM on Urban Millenial Decision to Visit Tourism Potential City
Authors: Akbara Anisa Zahwa , Suryantari Yulita
Published: May 2024

Tourism potential in Serang City is almost eliminated and forgotten along with the city’s continuous expansion. The role of urban millennials in promoting tourism is now important. Therefore, researchers used urban millennials as respondents in this study. By using SEM analysis with the SmartPLS application, this research was conducted to determine destination image preferences from millennial tourists in Serang City and their influence on e-WOM and the decision to visit. The results indicated support for affective image, price image, and travel motivation positively influence e-WOM. However, e-WOM does not appear to have a significant positive influence on the decision to visit. Additionally, cognitive image is the only factor that positively influences the decision to visit directly. The proposed mediating role of e-WOM in the relationship between destination image with the decision to visit is not supported. The findings of this study offer important factors for the destination marketers, policymakers, and businesses of a potential tourism city, in this case Serang City, to consider when developing a specific marketing strategy for this market segment (urban millennials). In addition, the results of this study provide a better understanding of the urban millennial perspective on their decision to visit cities with tourism potential.