bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Nutritional Support in Cancer Therapy: Enhancing Treatment Outcomes
Authors:   Faculty of Pharmacy Kampala International University Uganda, David Bwanbale Geoffrey
Published: November 2024

Cancer therapy often induces profound metabolic alterations and nutritional deficiencies in patients, adversely affecting treatment outcomes, quality of life, and survival. As such, optimizing nutritional support has emerged as a critical adjunct to conventional cancer therapies, such as chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy. This review explores the pivotal role of nutrition in cancer therapy, emphasizing how tailored dietary interventions and supplementation can improve patient outcomes by reducing treatment-related toxicities, supporting immune function, and enhancing recovery. Various approaches, including enteral and parenteral nutrition, micronutrient supplementation, and specific dietary patterns, are examined in the context of different cancer types and stages. The article also highlights the importance of early nutritional assessment, personalized care plans, and multidisciplinary collaboration to enhance the therapeutic response and patient well-being. Keywords: Cancer therapy, nutritional support, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immune function
Current Trends in Geopolymer Concrete's Resistance to Chloride Ion Attack
Authors: Zaib Shah , Asif Sheikh Husnain , Rehman Adeel , Nawaz Amjad , Ahmad Tauqeer , Ejaz Muhammad Mubashar , Bibi Nazia , Younas Muhammad Awais
Published: November 2024

One downside of ultra-high-performance concrete is that it requires a large amount of cement. To address this, efforts are being made to replace some of the cement with alternative materials, including industrial waste products. Geopolymer concrete is an innovative environmentally-friendly construction medium, and the transportation of chloride ions is a crucial component that influences its durability. This article provides an impression of the chloride ion transport mechanism in geopolymer concrete. It summarizes the characteristics and limitations of test methods used to measure the resistance to chloride ion permeability in geopolymer concrete. Additionally, it discusses the factors that influence the resistance to chloride ion permeability in geopolymer concrete and compares its chloride ion transport mechanism with that of ordinary concrete. The article suggests that additional research is required to examine the chloride ion transport model of geopolymer concrete under specific conditions, such as high temperature and freeze-thaw cycles. It also highlights the need to investigate the influence of alkali content and water glass modulus on the resistance of geopolymer concrete to chloride ion penetration, as well as the accuracy of chloride ion boundary concentration.
Readiness and Sustainability of Selected Higher Education Institutions in Davao City Towards Internationalization
Authors: Arozado Hazel Mey G.
Published: November 2024

Higher education institutions in the Davao region face a tremendous challenge in terms of internationalization. This study aimed to examine the influence of internationalization readiness on internationalization sustainability among selected higher education institutions in Davao City. Employing a quantitative, non-experimental, predictive-correlational design, the research surveyed 85 college instructors and professors. Findings revealed a high level of internationalization readiness and sustainability, as the college instructors and professors reported. Moreover, a significant strong positive correlation was found between readiness and sustainability. Internationalization readiness was also identified as a significant predictor of internationalization sustainability. These results aligned with Jiangyuan Zhou's Dynamic Systems Theory, which underlines the interconnectedness and influence of various components within educational systems. The study proves that readiness and sustainability function in a dynamic relationship, where readiness is vital in sustaining internationalization endeavours. HEIs, particularly those that have yet to begin their internationalization initiatives, should prioritize enhancing their readiness to ensure long-term sustainability in internationalization efforts. It is suggested that HEIs consider strengthening their international academic and industrial partnerships to increase their opportunities and access to grants and scholarships.
The Flexibility Paradox: Does Remote Work Improve or Blur Work-Life Balance?
Authors: Hossain Muhammed Zakir , Islam Hasibul , Purnima Farhana Haque
Published: November 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic compelled global confinement, resulting in the swift implementation of remote work policies. Although remote work encourages stable job functions and social distancing, it also poses challenges, including monotonous telecommunications and online interactions, which may lead to fatigue and exhaustion. This study investigates how employees effectively balance their professional and personal responsibilities while telecommuting. The empirical and quantitative analysis examines the impact of remote work versus office work on employees' daily work-life balance by evaluating two independent variables: work engagement and work strain, along with their contributions and effects on employees' work-life balance. The study also reveals that employees' genders, the types of their organizations (private, government, NGO), and their parental responsibilities significantly influence work-life balance and positional conflicts based on these factors. Findings demonstrate that remote work enhances work-life balance, enabling employees to manage their professional and domestic responsibilities with composure. Moreover, work engagement positively affects work-life balance. Simultaneously, job strain adversely affects work-life balance, resulting in a disproportionate work and family life for employees experiencing work-related stress while telecommuting.
Improving Healthcare Services through Reducing Zero-Stock Reports in PHCs Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Authors: AbuZahra Khalid , Besorio Vanessa , Al Otaibi Sultan , Rasheed Abdulaziz Bin , Al Abood Abood , Al Harbi Turki , Al Battal Saad , Mohammed Medhat Maher , Kofi Mostafa
Published: November 2024

Background: Quality improvement initiative to reduce zero stock items through improved demand supply chain system in primary healthcare centers.Aim: This study aims to explore strategies and evaluate the effectiveness of the digitalized demand supply chain for reducing zero stock incidents in PHC settings and how these reductions can improve the quality of care provided to patients.Method: A quantitative data collection on Zero stock incidents was conducted in all primary healthcare facilities over 24 months. Comparing the frequency of zero-stock items reports from before and after implementing the digitalized demand supply chain system.Result: The findings suggest that the new supply chain system has contributed to improving inventory management and reduced instances of zero-stock, ultimately enhancing the availability of essential supplies in PHCs.Conclusion: Quantitative analysis of zero stock reports over two years reveals that effective supply chain management and targeted interventions significantly reduce zero stock reports in PHC facilities.
Innovations and Challenges in Soft Robotic Dynamics: Advanced Modeling, Interaction, and Control Mechanisms
Authors: Shingo Prothick Kumar , Ahmed Md Ijaj , Vijayanathan Rathujan , Das Pranto , Sakib Md Mazbabur Rahman
Published: November 2024

Soft robots are a rapidly growing field of robotics that uses compliant and deformable materials to create systems that can have differently shaped adaptive forces in unstructured environments. Because they are self-contained and inherently safe for human-robot interaction, these robots have potentially wide applications, including medical devices, industrial automation, machine inspection equipment, or environmental monitoring. Nevertheless, soft robots present unique challenges in design and control, especially when it comes to dynamic modeling and real-time control, given their infinite degrees of freedom, non-linear material response behavior, and complex interactions with the environment. In this paper, we review the methods of structural models; these include finite element methods (FEM), piecewise constant curvature (PCC) models, Cosserat rod theory, and mass-spring-damping model, with various trade-offs between computational expense and accuracy. We also dive into interaction simulation techniques, FSI, and contact mechanics, as well as actuation driven by magnetic and electric fields. This work discusses crucial concerns associated with computationally efficient, real-time control, material durability, and the unpredictability of environmental conditions. An integrated review of the future perspectives for more robust, efficient, and versatile soft robotics is presented.
Review Article about Ventilator
Authors: Hashim Ali Nazim , Thamer Ali Abdul Latif , Rasool Montazer Hassan , Sharif Zain Al-Abidin Ali
Published: November 2024

Ventilators support patients who cannot breathe properly on their own and thus have a crucial role in the management of patients experiencing respiratory failure. Indeed, the number of patients needing ventilatory support is considerable. Consequently, saving lives by improving ventilators is an overarching goal. This review paper discusses the functionality of the devices to make them life-like, information guiding the adjustment of ventilators during therapeutic procedures, control systems enabling automatic tuning of ventilators, and evaluates how these technologies can be further improved. The focus is here on systems that directly transfer energy to the respiratory system. This includes not only positive pressure generators but also life support systems that apply negative pressures. Life-supporting ventilators that do not transfer any energy are beyond the focus, such as gas delivery systems that increase the oxygen concentration in natural or simulated in vitro lungs, which do not help the patient but the development of potentially better ventilators. We envision that the field still has many unsolved issues offering substantial scientific challenges that will keep researchers in respiratory mechanics occupied for many decades to come.
On Solving Third, Fourth and Fifth Order of Reverse Fibonacci-Like Sequences
Authors: Elizalde Steven L.
Published: November 2024

This paper introduced the reverse Fibonacci-like sequences of third (reverse Tribonacci sequence), fourth (reverse Tetranacci sequence) and fifth (reverse Pentanacci sequence) orders as well as its generalization, that is, when the initial terms are not fixed. Formulas for the initial terms of the reverse Tribonacci-like, reverse Tetranacci-like and reverse Pentanacci-like sequences were derived and the numerical coefficients of these formulas were tabulated in order to derive an explicit formula for solving its
CfP: conference “The Future of German Screen Studies: Cultures, Media, Histories”. June 19-21, 2024 @ University of St Andrews (SCOT). Deadline: Feb 16, 2024.
Authors:   CSTonline
Published: November 2024

Conference to be held at the University of St Andrews 19th-21st June, 2024  Keynote Speakers: Seán Allan (University of St. Andrews), Erica Carter (King’s College London), Johannes von Moltke (University of Michigan)  Organisers: Paul Flaig and Dora Osborne
Input and output tasks
Authors: Hartgerink Chris
Published: November 2024

Over time, I gathered a bunch of helpful mental models to manage my work and motivate myself. These mental models can be applied in professional work, but also in private life at times.
‘AS GOD IS MY WITNESS, I THOUGHT TURKEYS COULD FLY’: WKRP IN CINCINNATI AND ITS ENGAGEMENTS WITH CSR
Authors: Beattie Melissa
Published: November 2024

Commercial radio has a long history in the US. It is in this context that sitcom

WKRP in Cincinnati

(CBS, 1978-1982) exists, balancing corporate requirements with sociocultural critique. For those unfamiliar with the series, it followed the trials and tribulations of the radio station WKRP based in Cincinnati, Ohio and its eccentric employees.
Animals That Start With H
Authors: Frey Erzsebet
Published: November 2024

Did you know that there is a wide variety of animals that start with the letter H? From the powerful Hammerhead Shark to the majestic Harpy Eagle, these creatures are bound to capture your attention. In this article, we will take you on a journey through the animal kingdom, exploring the unique characteristics and behaviors of these fascinating beings. Ever heard of the Horn Shark and its incredible adaptations?
CAROLINE AHERNE: QUEEN OF COMEDY, CLASS AND GENDER
Authors: Sedgwick Claire
Published: November 2024

For my family, Christmas means television. As far as I know, we have never owned Monopoly, and the idea of playing charades is quite frankly laughable. The Royle Family Christmas specials were a staple of our Christmas TV schedule for many years.
ACCIDENTALLY LIKE A MARTYR: SUCCESSION AND RELIGION
Authors: Beattie Melissa
Published: November 2024

In my first ever blog for ECREA/CST, I talked about how Succession (HBO/Sky, 2017-2023), then having aired three series, engaged with Classical history and myth/legends.
Additional files, data, datasets, databases, and published data
Authors: Willighagen Egon
Published: November 2024

Open Science doesn’t make publishing easier. That that’s all for the better: our research efforts are complex, so why should the publishing be. Sure, I am

not

talking about references formatting or moving the Methods section to the right location, or some silly statement that all authors agree with the manuscript when you are the only author. No, let’s talk about data. What should you publish? How, and when?
WHODUNNIT? SUSPECTS’ AUTHORSHIP
Authors: Beattie Melissa
Published: November 2024

While improvised or unscripted television has been a feature of media industries for decades, most such series are either comedy or reality television.

Suspects

(Channel 5, 2014-2016), on the other hand, was an unscripted crime drama featuring improvised dialogue. For those unfamiliar with the series,

Suspects

follows a group of officers from an unspecified London CID.
Animals That Start With W
Authors: Frey Erzsebet
Published: November 2024

Are you ready to dive into the captivating world of animals that start with W? Get ready for an adventure like no other as we explore the remarkable characteristics and behaviors of these incredible creatures. From the majestic Whale Shark, the largest fish in the world, to the powerful Wolverine and the gentle West Indian Manatee, there is so much to discover.
Aardvark (Orycteropus afer) – Lifestyle, Diet, and More
Authors: Frey Erzsebet
Published: November 2024

Hey there! So, you think you know about animals, huh? Well, get ready to have your mind blown by the incredible aardvark! This article is all about the fascinating lifestyle, diet, and more of these quirky creatures. Meet the aardvark, scientifically known as

Orycteropus afer,

with its bizarre appearance and intriguing habits. Resembling a mix of a pig, rabbit, and kangaroo, these guys are truly a sight to behold.
African Lion (Panthera leo) – Behaviour, Diet and More
Authors: Frey Erzsebet
Published: November 2024

Are you ready to enter the wild and unravel the secrets of the African lion? Brace yourself for an adventure as we delve into the captivating lifestyle, diet, and more of this majestic creature. The African lion, known as

Panthera leo

in the scientific world, symbolizes strength and awe-inspiring beauty.
The 4 Deserts in the US
Authors: Frey Erzsebet
Published: November 2024

Are you ready to explore the breathtaking deserts of the United States? Get ready to be amazed by this fascinating statistic: did you know that there are four official American deserts? That’s right! The Mojave Desert, Sonoran Desert, Chihuahuan Desert, and Great Basin Desert are waiting to be discovered. Each desert has its own distinctive features, from extreme heat in the Mojave to the diverse wildlife in the Sonoran.
Animals That Start With F
Authors: Frey Erzsebet
Published: November 2024

Are you ready to explore the fascinating world of animals that start with the letter F? From the majestic False Killer Whale to the elusive Fennec Fox, this article will take you on a journey through various habitats, introducing you to creatures with unique characteristics and adaptations. Marvel at the Frilled-Neck Lizard’s desert survival skills and the Fringed Flying Dragon’s incredible ability to glide through the forest.
A PIRATE LOOKS AT FORTY: OUR FLAG MEANS DEATH AND LIFE CRISES
Authors: Beattie Melissa
Published: November 2024

‘Mother, Mother Ocean/After all the years I’ve found My occupational hazard/Being my occupation’s just not around’                                     ‘A Pirate Looks at 40,’ Jimmy Buffet
CfP: Scottish Film and Television: Where Now? A Colloquium. June 13, 2024 @ Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh (SCOT). Deadline: March 08, 2024.
Authors:   CSTonline
Published: November 2024

When:

Tue 13 June 2024, 10am-4pm

Where:

Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh (in person) Since the publication of

Scottish Cinema: Texts and Contexts

(Meir 2014),

The New Scottish Cinema

(Murray 2015) and Directory of World Cinema: Scotland (Nowlan and Finc 2015) there has been a notable absence of critical writing on Scottish Film and Television.
CfP: ASS special issue “Individuality and Community in Mid-Century American Culture (1945-1964)”. Deadline: Sept 01, 2024.
Authors:   CSTonline
Published: November 2024

We are planning a peer-reviewed special issue of

American Studies in Scandinavia

focused on the topics of individuality and community in mid-century American culture (1945-1964), inviting explorations of the literature, film, art, and thought of the period. We seek 8,000-word articles that focus either on individual writers/artists/thinkers in the period or engage with the topic more broadly.
Ugly Birds: UGLIEST Birds in the World Ranked
Authors: Frey Erzsebet
Published: November 2024

Do you ever find yourself marveling at the diversity of the animal kingdom, where majestic creatures and peculiar species coexist? Well, get ready to embark on a journey into the fascinating world of avian wonders. In this article, we will take you on a tour of the ugliest birds in the world. Yes, we’re about to reveal the peculiar and unattractive appearances of these feathered creatures.
CfP: “Researching Media Audiences from the Movie Theatre to the Digital Age: Methods, Challenges, Opportunities”. April 29, 2024 @ Lancaster University (UK). Deadline: March 29, 2024.
Authors:   CSTonline
Published: November 2024

Organizers: The Audience Network at Lancaster University (ANLU) Confirmed Speaker: Prof. Annette Kuhn (Queen Mary University of London) Deadline for submission of abstracts: 29 March 2024 Notification of Acceptance: 12 April 2024 Since its first engagements with television, radio, and popular culture (Williams 1974; Hall 1973;
CfP: edited collection “The Witcher: A Companion”. Deadline: June 28, 2024.
Authors:   CSTonline
Published: November 2024

The Witcher

has had a lasting impression on fantasy across many media forms, first in Andrzej Sapkowski’s novels and, more recently, its many adaptations. Such adaptations have resulted in “extensive, self-contained fictional spaces” (Jański, 2018, p.119) which allows for a variety of characters, environments, and societies to be depicted from the perspective of the outsider.
CfP: edited collection “Screen Storytellers: The Works of Susan Harris”. Deadline: June 30, 2024
Authors:   CSTonline
Published: November 2024

se see the following CFP for an edited collected on television series created by

Golden Girls

creator Susan Harris.

Edited by Rosanne Welch

This edited volume on the works of Susan Harris will be part of the new SCREEN STORYTELLERS series published by Bloomsbury Academic. Seeking 250-word abstracts for previously unpublished essays on television series created by Harris.
CfP: conference “In Search of Lost Futures: Visual Media Narratives of Economic Migration in the Mediterranean”. Sept 19-20, 2024 @ University of Warwick (UK). Deadline: March 22, 2024
Authors:   CSTonline
Published: November 2024

19-20 September 2024 The University of Warwick Keynote Speakers Dr. Kay Dickinson (University of Glasgow) Dr. Barbara Spadaro (University of Liverpool) The phenomenon of economic migration has millennia-old roots.
THE CRISIS IN UK TV AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR CULTURE AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
Authors: Newsinger Mhairi Brennan and Jack
Published: November 2024

2024 has started with a bang for TV. Shows like

The Traitors

(BBC1) and

Mr Bates vs The Post Office

(ITV) have had around 10 million people tuning in to each episode, reminding us of the social relevance and transformative power of the medium.
Wildest Apex Predators: World's Top Predator Species
Authors: Frey Erzsebet
Published: November 2024

Do you know that there are creatures on our planet that have an insatiable appetite for dominance? They are the apex predators, ruling their realms with unmatched strength and cunning. In this article, we will take you on a thrilling journey to explore the wildest apex predators, the world’s top predator species that command respect and fear.
Animals That Start With U
Authors: Frey Erzsebet
Published: November 2024

Are you ready to embark on a thrilling journey into the animal kingdom? Look no further! In this article, we will take you on an exploration of animals that start with the letter U. From the graceful Ural Owl to the intriguing Unstriped Ground Squirrel, you’ll discover a fascinating lineup of creatures from various corners of the world. Marvel at the vibrant Ultramarine Flycatcher and be captivated by the unique traits of the Uganda Mangabey.
Collaborative Coding
Authors: Seibold Heidi
Published: November 2024

To many code projects in research are done by a single person. Keep reading on why that's bad and how to do better.
Isosteviol: A potential cardioprotective agent
Authors: Jovanović Aleksandar
Published: November 2024

Cardioprotection is a term describing the myocardial property to protect itself from injury, particularly in the context of ischemia-reperfusion injury and other metabolic stresses. Recently, isosteviol, a diterpene derived from the hydrolysis of stevioside, a natural sweetener found in the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant, has emerged as a potential cardioprotective compound. In addition to the many therapeutic benefits of isosteviol, including antihyperglycemic, antihypertensive, and anti-inflammatory effects, recent studies have suggested that this compound might have cardioprotective properties as well. It has been demonstrated that isosteviol possesses antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, while also regulating ion channels and mitochondrial activity. The cardioprotective effects of isosteviol are mediated through its interaction with multiple signaling pathways. Pre-clinical work has demonstrated that isosteviol regulates NF-cB, phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase/Akt (PI3K/Akt) pathways, and adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK), all of which are well-established cardioprotective signaling pathways. All these findings highlight isosteviol's potential as a cardioprotective therapeutic agent. However, this potential needs to be further tested in randomized controlled trials, along with examining isosteviol's possible value in clinical practice, defining optimal dosing strategies, and understanding its long-term effects.
Metabolic modulators in cardioprotection: A focus on trimetazidine
Authors: Du Qingyou
Published: November 2024

Cardiovascular diseases remain a significant health burden worldwide, necessitating the development of effective cardioprotective strategies. Central to this pursuit is the recognition of metabolic dysregulation as a key contributor to the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases, particularly in the context of aging and modern lifestyle factors. Metabolic modulators, such as trimetazidine, have emerged as promising therapeutic agents by optimizing cardiac energy substrate utilization and enhancing metabolic efficiency. Trimetazidine demonstrates cardioprotective properties by inhibiting fatty acid oxidation and promoting glucose oxidation, especially under ischemic conditions where oxygen supply is limited. This metabolic shift enhances myocardial efficiency, reduces the likelihood of acidosis, and mitigates the accumulation of toxic fatty acid metabolites. Pre-clinical studies and clinical trials have demonstrated the efficacy of trimetazidine in a range of cardiac conditions, including chronic stable angina, heart failure, and diabetic cardiomyopathy, resulting in improvements in symptoms, exercise capacity, and cardiac function. Through its ability to address underlying metabolic inefficiencies, trimetazidine offers a promising adjunct therapy for patients with cardiovascular diseases, particularly those inadequately controlled by first-line treatments. This manuscript underscores the important role of metabolic modulation in the management of cardiovascular diseases and highlights trimetazidine as a valuable therapeutic option in the armamentarium against cardiac diseases.
Weldability of austenitic heat resistant steels
Authors: Grncharevska Elena , Doncheva Elisaveta , Zdraveski Filip , Bogatinoski Zoran , Krstevska Aleksandra
Published: November 2024

Austenitic heat-resisting steels are used in a wide range of industries. Their use is motivated not only by their excellent mechanical properties but also due to their excellent resistance to corrosion and the ability to withstand high temperatures. These steels are prone to defects and challenges during welding because of their high content of Cr, Ni, Al, and other alloying elements. The main problem is the high heat energy input, which causes differences in structure between the welded joint and the surrounding area. The relatively high heat input and cooling in the heat-affected zone (HAZ) causes carbide formation and, as a result, coarse grain formation, which is undesirable for obtaining favourable mechanical properties. This study investigates the weldability of two heatresistant austenitic steels (EN X12CrNi23-13 and EN X8CrNi25-21) using the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) technique. Both materials are separately analyzed, and the results are discussed in terms of potential welding techniques and technological plan improvements to achieve highquality welds without pre-heating or any other additional post-welding heat treatment, which is important for the industry because it can reduce production time and cost.
Delivering development to the urban poor through slum dwellers association: The case of Bhubaneswar smart city, India
Authors: Ray Sthitapragyan , Mukherjee Sramana
Published: November 2024

As cities become hubs of technological innovation and drivers of development, they are also faced with the challenges of the mushrooming growth of slums. Exposed to crowded living conditions, unsafe and hazardous surroundings and lacking in basic amenities of housing, water and sanitation, the urban poor live a life of deprivation in these settlements. Smart cities are expected to provide novel solutions to the persistent challenges of slums. This research explores Bhubaneswar Smart City, capital of the eastern Indian state of Odisha with respect to the implementation of the government’s flagship urban renewal program—JAGA Mission (Livable Habitat Mission). The paper examines the contributions of Slum Dwellers Associations created under the JAGA Mission for development of poor neighborhoods in Bhubaneswar Smart City. The study findings reveal that despite their capacity and financial shortfalls and the potential for politicization, these grassroots associations of the urban poor contributed to the slum up-gradation initiatives of the state.
AGRESIVITAS KEBIJAKAN LUAR NEGERI TIONGKOK DALAM SENGKETA WILAYAH DENGAN FILIPINA DI PULAU THITU
Authors: Karmilawaty Ratu Salmazahra , Janvy Canytea
Published: November 2024

This research aims to describe China’s aggressive foreign policy in its territorial disputes with the Philippines in Thitu Island in Spratly Islands, South China Sea. The two countries both claim to own Thitu for its rich natural resources. The territorial claims of China and the Philippines over Thitu have escalated the territorial conflict in South China Sea and threatened the regional stability in Southeast Asia. This research seeks to discuss the implementation of China’s aggressive foreign policy that the Philippines consider as a threat to its territorial claim over Thitu Island. As such, this research employs a qualitative method, with offensive realism theory in place. This research argues that the anarchic world system triggered China’s aggressive foreign policy in a way that the country deploys its vessels to the island to deter the Philippines and claim Thitu. For China, obtaining Thitu’s rich natural resources are national interests that the country intends to reach in South China Sea. China intends to control Thitu in a bid to strengthen its economic and military power. China’s military actions around Thitu represent its foreign policy to claim the entire South China Sea.
PREDICTING THE POTENTIAL DISTRIBUTION OF Pinus cernua L.K. PHAN EX AVER., K.S. NGUYEN AND T.H. NGUYEN, A CRITICALLY ENDANGERED CONIFER SPECIES
Authors: Pham Trang Thanh , Phung Tuyen , Ta Hoang Nu Thi , Nguyen Hoa Hai
Published: November 2024

Pinus cernua L.K. Phan ex Aver., K.S. Nguyen and T.H. Nguyen (Pinaceae) is a critically endangered species restricted to the Laos - Vietnam border. The population of this species has been declining due to habitat loss and forest fire. Predicting the potential distribution of the species is an important priority for conservation plans and strategies. In this study, a MaxEnt model was used for predicting the potential distribution of P. cernua using 21 occurrence data and 13 environmental variables. Precipitation of driest month (with 32.3% of contribution), annual mean diurnal range (23.4%), elevation (18.4%), and aspect (12.3%) are crucial factors for predicting the species’ potential distribution in the MaxEnt model, while remaining factors are less important factors. The suitable distribution was predicted in the north-western region of Vietnam and the adjacent regions of Son La and Thanh Hoa provinces (Vietnam) and Houaphan province (Laos) with 1,544 km2 in total. The high, medium, and low suitability areas are 159 km2 (10%), 475 km2 (31%), and 910 km2 (59%), respectively. The current protected areas do not contain many of the possible habitats for this species. Priority should be given to conservation efforts for species in these potentially suitable locations both in- and outside of current protected areas, particularly in the surrounding area of Vietnam and Laos.
GOLDEN RATIO INTERPRETATION ON 150 FLOWERS: THE BASIC INFORMATION TO DEVELOP ECOTOURISM IN BOGOR, INDONESIA
Authors: Mutiara Muhammad Moldynniz , Avenzora Ricky , Arief Harnios
Published: November 2024

The Aesthetic value is one of the factors in order to attract tourists to visit. Flowers are one form of tourist attraction that symbolizes beauty, flowers can be used as an object of interpretation for the development of ecotourism, especially in interpreting the meaning of the aesthetic value. Assessment of beauty can be measured by a number that is believed to have beauty, namely by using the golden ratio. Research has shown that the golden ratio actually exists in flowers. The knowledge of the golden ratio of flowers, in addition to increasing tourist attraction, can also be used as an interpretation for tourists because the aesthetic value is very important to the human relationship with nature, and the motivation to protect it. Golden ratio analysis was performed on 150 flowers. A flower is said to have a golden ratio if the ratio results in a comparison of flower morphology producing a number of 1.618 or close to that number. The discovery of the golden ratio in all flowers shows that flowers are creations that have aesthetic value so visitors are expected to be able to interpret the importance of the value of beauty in living things for their tour experience
Dampak Lingkungan Sosial terhadap Perilaku Antisosial pada Anak Usia 4-6 Tahun
Authors: Putri Roza Sartika , Wigati Indah , Sartika Indah Dwi
Published: November 2024

This study aims to describe the antisocial behavior of children aged 4-6 years in one of the kindergartens in South Sumatra, describe the social environment of the children, and analyze the impact of the social environment on their antisocial behavior. The research method used is qualitative with a case study approach. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The research results show that the antisocial behavior of children includes being difficult to manage, liking to fight, showing hostility, being difficult to be quiet, and being disobedient. The social environment, especially family and peers, significantly influences the emergence of antisocial behavior in children. The study concludes that an unconducive social environment can increase the risk of antisocial behavior in early childhood.
Penerapan Prinsip Kurikulum Merdeka dalam Pembelajaran Bahasa Arab
Authors: Al Kanza Luthfia , Iswandi Irvan , Fanirin Moch. Hasyim
Published: November 2024

This journal examines the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum principles in Arabic language learning in the 7th grade at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Ma’had Al-Zaytun Indramayu during the 2023/2024 academic year. The research problem focuses on the application of the Merdeka Curriculum principles in Arabic language learning in the 7th grade at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Ma’had Al-Zaytun Indramayu in the 2023/2024 academic year, as well as the evaluation of the curriculum's implementation in the same context. The purpose of this study is to assess both the application and the evaluation of the Merdeka Curriculum principles in Arabic language instruction in the 7th grade at the institution during the 2023/2024 academic year. This research employs a qualitative approach, utilizing observation and in-depth interviews with two Arabic language teachers of the 7th grade and 12 students as the sample for the 2023/2024 academic year. The results show that the application of the Merdeka Curriculum principles in Arabic language learning in the 7th grade at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Ma’had Al-Zaytun is aligned with the curriculum's core principles. The school has also integrated modern technology into the learning process, which is one of the key components of the Merdeka Curriculum. However, since the implementation is still in progress, the outcomes have not yet reached their full potential.
Analisis Minat Belajar Bahasa Arab Mahasiswa Institut Agama Islam Al-Zaytun Indonesia
Authors: Nisa Chaerul , Tanjung Henri Peranginangin , Susiawati Iis
Published: November 2024

In Indonesia, although the majority of the population is Muslim, many are still less interested in learning Arabic. Their obstacle and difficulty is in understanding the contents of Arabic texts. What we need to pay attention to is their interest in learning. Interest in learning plays an important role in motivating academic achievement and student success. This study aims to determine and analyze the interest in learning Arabic among IAI AL-AZIS students, identify factors that influence their interest, and investigate strategies to increase their motivation. This study uses qualitative research with a descriptive approach. Using descriptive qualitative methods, data were collected through questionnaires, interviews, and observations. And the sample consisted of 40 students, two Arabic language lecturers, and campus facility staff, by sampling using the technique homogeneous sampling. The results showed that students' interest in learning varied, with most showing a moderate level of interest. External factors, such as learning methods, internal motivation, and learning facilities, were more dominant than internal factors. Strategies to increase interest include interactive teaching methods, improving the quality of facilities, and motivational support.
The Messiah and His Oligarchs
Authors: Bossow Anja , Müller-Elmau Marie , Schramm Moritz
Published: November 2024

On Power, Personalities and Populism.
Analysis and Comparison of the Performance of K-Means Algorithm and X-Means Algorithm in Disease Type Clustering in Mitra Medika Hospital
Authors: Herdawani Afdilla  , Hasibuan Wilda Rina
Published: November 2024

The system used by the hospital is currently still manual in managing patient data and information. What happened at Mitra Medika Hospital is that it is difficult to provide medical needs related to the patient's illness, considering the many types of illnesses that provide many medical needs. Several inpatients have used BPJS facilities with various illnesses suffered by patients to undergo further examinations in order to recover from the illness they are suffering from. Mitra Medika Hospital only sees medical needs based on the illness suffered by the patient, but seeing the large amount of patient history data makes it very difficult for Mitra Medika Hospital to find out the group of illnesses that patients often experience. This study uses a quantitative approach which starts from a theoretical framework, expert ideas, or researchers' understanding based on their experience, then developed into problems and their solutions that are submitted to obtain justification (verification) or assessment in the form of empirical data support in the field. Here, a data mining pattern is applied where this data mining is a very large data mining (big data). Cluster 0: From 245 Men (Suffering Between Diseases 1-5) Cluster 1: From 255 Women (Suffering Between Diseases 6-10) By using the K-Means Algorithm and the X-Means Algorithm, clustering can be produced. By using the Disease History data, the K-Means Algorithm and the X-Means Algorithm methods can be applied to determine clusters. By using web programming, it can produce an Analysis and Comparison of the Performance of the K-Means Algorithm and the X-Means Algorithm in Clustering Types of Diseases at Mitra Medika Hospital.
The degree of using digital learning resources to improve self-learning among students of the Department of Educational Media and Technology at the Arab East College for Graduate Studies
Authors: Alsamari Nouf , Ismail Abdelraouf
Published: November 2024

The study aimed to determine the degree of using digital learning resources to improve self-learning among students of the Department of Educational Media and Technology at the Arab East College for Graduate Studies. The study employed the descriptive survey method, by applying a questionnaire to a simple random sample consisting of (43) male and female students from the Department of Educational Media and Technology at the Arab East College for Graduate Studies. The study's objectives focused on answering the following questions: What is the degree of using digital learning resources in the courses of the Department of Educational Media and Technology at the Arab East College for Graduate Studies? What is the level of self-learning among students of the Department of Educational Media and Technology at the Arab East College for Graduate Studies? What is the degree of using digital learning resources in improving self-learning among students of the Department of Educational Media and Technology at the Arab East College for Graduate Studies? The study results showed that the degree of using digital learning resources in the courses of the Department of Educational Media and Technology at the Arab East College for Graduate Studies was high, and the level of self-learning among students of the Department of Educational Media and Technology at the Arab East College for Graduate Studies was high as well. Moreover, the degree of using digital learning resources in improving self-learning among students of the Department of Educational Media and Technology at the Arab East College for Graduate Studies was very high. The research project concluded with a set of recommendations and research proposals that had an impact on enhancing the results reached by the research project and were expected to be a source of benefit in the field of specialization according to the topics addressed by the research project and related to digital learning resources, self-learning, and scientific research.
Penerapan Teknologi Blockchain dalam Meningkatkan Manajemen Rantai Pasokan Perusahaan
Authors: Calment  , Victorio  , Cindy Kosasih  , Claudya  , Joosten
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini membahas penerapan teknologi blockchain dalam meningkatkan manajemen rantai pasokan perusahaan. Dalam menghadapi kompleksitas, kurangnya transparansi, dan tantangan teknologi. Teknologi blockchain dapat menjadi solusi yang efektif untuk meminimalkan biaya, mempercepat waktu proses, dan meningkatkan kepercayaan antara mitra bisnis. Studi ini menggunakan metode kualitatif berbasis kajian literatur untuk mengidentifikasi potensi dan tantangan implementasi blockchain dalam rantai pasokan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa blockchain berkontribusi pada peningkatan transparansi, pelacakan produk, efisiensi melalui smart contracts, serta keamanan data dengan enkripsi yang kuat. Namun, terdapat tantangan dalam adopsi teknologi ini, seperti biaya awal yang tinggi dan ketidakpastian regulasi. Kesimpulannya, meskipun tantangan tetap ada, manfaat blockchain dalam meningkatkan efisiensi operasional, kepercayaan konsumen, dan keunggulan kompetitif perusahaan menunjukkan potensi besar dalam pengaplikasiannya pada rantai pasokan perusahaan
Jesuits and Eucharistic Concelebration
Authors: Conn James J.
Published: November 2024

Following Vatican II, the delegates of GC 31 encouraged concelebration in Jesuit houses. Since then, however, the practice has become controversial. The author points out that the current predominant custom of Jesuit priests attending Mass modo laico is contrary to the norms of the church and has various negative consequences. For example, Jesuits today who wish to concelebrate sometimes have to compromise their consciences lest their communities regard them as divisive.
Jesuits, The Ministerial Priesthood, and Eucharistic Concelebration
Authors: Baldovin John F.
Published: November 2024

Post-conciliar developments on the meaning of the ministerial priesthood and its relationship to the priesthood of all the baptized make concelebration less than ideal. Thenorms of the church often do not keep pace with such developments. Furthermore, the church needs to re-examine the theology behind other practices, such as the offering of Mass intentions, that encourage concelebration.
Signed in Blood: Negotiating with Superiors General about the Overseas Missions
Authors: Frei, PhD Elisa
Published: November 2024

Studies in the Spirituality of Jesuits Volume 51-4
"Always Growing in Devotion": The Grace of Devotion in the Life of Ignatius of Loyola and the Society of Jesuits
Authors: Staab Christopher M.
Published: November 2024

Christopher M. Staab, SJ
Etiopatogenia de los odontomas en pacientes pediátrico. Revisión Bibliográfica.
Authors: Villagrán Fiallos Luis Felipe
Published: November 2024

Los odontomas son los tumores odontogemicos mixtos con mayor frecuencia de aparición, las células y los tejidos son normales pero de estructuras defectuosa, la etiología se relaciona con traumatismos, morfodiferenciación, desórdenes genéticos, restos de Malassez; son de crecimiento limitado, su presentación es regular en niños y adultos de acuerdo al desarrollo de la patología en su mayoría de casos es asintomático, producen retención dentaria: se clasifican en compuestos y complejos. EI tratamiento es quirúrgico y no presentan recurrencia.
PENERAPAN ALGORITMA MONTE CARLO UNTUK MEMPREDIKSI IPS DAN IPK BERDASARKAN KARAKTERISTIK MAHASISWA PERGURUAN TINGGI X DI KOTA CIREBON
Authors: Malik Husni Hidayat , Muhammad Alva Hendi , Kusnawi Kusnawi
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memprediksi Indeks Prestasi Semester (IPS) dan Indeks Prestasi Kumulatif (IPK) mahasiswa berdasarkan beberapa variabel karakteristik menggunakan algoritma Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC). Variabel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini meliputi program studi, golongan darah, pekerjaan ayah, pekerjaan ibu, dan jalur masuk. Prediksi nilai IPS dan IPK sangat penting untuk mengevaluasi kinerja akademik mahasiswa dan memberikan wawasan bagi kebijakan pendidikan di perguruan tinggi.
Metode penelitian ini melibatkan penggunaan algoritma MCMC untuk memodelkan hubungan antara variabel karakteristik dengan IPS dan IPK. Data yang digunakan terdiri dari 250 mahasiswa, yang kemudian dibagi menjadi data pelatihan dan pengujian dengan rasio 80:20. Metrik evaluasi seperti Mean Absolute Error (MAE), Root Mean Squared Error (RMSE), dan R-squared (R²) digunakan untuk mengevaluasi akurasi model prediksi.
Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa model MCMC mampu memprediksi IPS dan IPK dengan akurasi yang baik, ditunjukkan oleh nilai MAE sebesar 0.12 untuk IPS dan 0.11 untuk IPK, serta R² sebesar 0.78 untuk IPS dan 0.80 untuk IPK. Variabel program studi dan jalur masuk muncul sebagai faktor yang paling signifikan dalam mempengaruhi nilai akademik mahasiswa, sementara golongan darah memiliki pengaruh yang lebih rendah. Pekerjaan ayah dan pekerjaan ibu juga memberikan kontribusi moderat terhadap prediksi hasil akademik.
Kesimpulannya, algoritma MCMC efektif digunakan untuk memprediksi IPS dan IPK berdasarkan karakteristik mahasiswa, memberikan wawasan bagi institusi pendidikan dalam mengambil keputusan terkait pembinaan dan pengelolaan akademik.
ChatGPT and Improvement in Productivity: An analytical Study
Authors: Rasheed Kausar , Aqsa  , Ain Syeda Qurat ul
Published: November 2024

This paper attempts to investigate how ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence-based language model made by OpenAI, can be leveraged to enhance productivity in the field of education attractive to both educators and learners. There is an increasing provision for customized and administratively effective approaches to education and ChatGPT avails in a number of ways; automating tiresome and mundane activities, content development and even acting as a tutor. This paper seeks to assess the impact of ChatGPT on improving productivity levels, decreasing workload and enhancing creativity in educational settings. A mixed-method perspective was employed. First, a quantitative survey was done with 100 teachers of public and private schools where biographic as well as data on AI in lesson planning, grading and interaction with students was collected. Second, 20 interviews were held with both educators and students to capture their experiences with AI tools focusing on the advantages and disadvantages of adoption. Classroom cases were manipulated in order to find out the effectiveness of Chatgpt on the productivity in the course of its use. It has been found from the results that Chatgpt saves the time that could be taken per educator to perform certain general tasks, especially essay writing and lesson plan preparation, as more time is now available for teaching. There are benefits for the students since the system can offer timely responses and make teaching resources for learners on a case basis. Such worries imply that one is likely to suffer from too much reliance on AI technologies, or the written content will not be of high quality, hence calling for a cautious approach to implementation. The study ends by indicating that irrespective of the fact that ChatGPT heightens the educational outputs in the school, it is clear that, it should be an additional tool and should not replace conventional teaching strategies.
Red Herrings and Ethical Issues in Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Orlando John
Published: November 2024

Discussions of the ethical issues with artificial intelligence tend to focus on red herrings such as plagiarism and bias. I argue that the real issues revolve around the extent to which humans will cede control to machines.