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Pendekatan Arsitektural dalam Penyediaan Tempat Khusus Merokok: Solusi untuk Kesehatan, Kelestarian Lingkungan, dan Harmoni Sosial
Authors: Krisnawan Cecep ridwan , Barliana Mokhamad Syaom
Published: January 2025

Penyediaan Tempat Khusus Merokok (TKM) merupakan solusi penting untuk mengatasi dampak negatif merokok terhadap kesehatan masyarakat, lingkungan, dan harmoni sosial. Penelitian ini mengkaji pendekatan arsitektural dalam desain TKM yang berkelanjutan, estetis, dan fungsional sesuai dengan regulasi Kawasan Tanpa Rokok (KTR). Metode yang digunakan adalah studi literatur dengan analisis multi-kriteria mencakup kesehatan publik, keberlanjutan lingkungan, kepatuhan terhadap regulasi, estetika, dan harmoni sosial. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa desain TKM yang ideal harus mengintegrasikan teknologi hijau seperti sistem pemurnian udara berbasis filter HEPA dan karbon aktif, teknologi upcycling limbah puntung rokok, serta sistem pembayaran otomatis berbasis data biometrik untuk mengontrol distribusi rokok. Desain estetis yang mencerminkan budaya lokal dan penggunaan material ramah lingkungan turut meningkatkan penerimaan sosial. Studi ini juga menyoroti potensi penggunaan dana hasil cukai tembakau dan Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) dari industri rokok untuk mendanai pembangunan TKM dan kampanye kesehatan. Tantangan yang diidentifikasi mencakup persepsi negatif masyarakat, keterbatasan anggaran, dan koordinasi lintas sektor yang perlu ditingkatkan. Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa pendekatan arsitektural yang komprehensif dapat menciptakan TKM yang tidak hanya melindungi kesehatan publik dan lingkungan, tetapi juga mendukung harmoni sosial yang lebih baik. Rekomendasi meliputi penguatan regulasi, pendanaan berkelanjutan, peningkatan kesadaran publik, dan integrasi teknologi modern untuk mendukung pengelolaan fasilitas yang lebih efektif.
Activity Based Management Sebagai Instrumen Efisiensi Biaya Produksi Edamame Pt Xyz
Authors: Tumanggor Laurentius St Gomo , Bayangkara Ida Bagus Ketut , Riyadi Slamet
Published: January 2025

PT Xyz merupakan salah satu produsen kedelai Edamame terbesar di Indonesia yang diproses menjadi makanan beku siap saji atau frozen food dengan pangsa pasar delapan puluh persen diekspor ke Jepang dan negara Asia lainnya, sedangkan dua pulu persen dipasarkan di dalam negeri. Untuk meningkatkan keunggulan produk Edamami perlu dilakukan penguatan internal khususnya pengelolaan biaya produksi. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis implementasi activity based management untuk efisiensi biaya produksi Edamami PT Xyz. Metode penelitian dilakukan deskriptif kualitatif, dengan populasi data sekunder Laporan Biaya Produksi sejak tahun 2018 sampai tahun 2023. Sampel yang digunakan adalah Laporan Biaya Produksi Tahun 2023. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui wawancara dan dokumen dari perusahaan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa implementasi activity based management berdampak positif terhadap efisiensi biaya produksi Edamame sebesar 8,26 %, karena beberapa aktivitas yang tidak bernilai tambah sudah dieliminasi. Keunggulan kompetitif produk Edamame PT Xyz akan naik dengan implementasi activity based management untuk efisiensi biaya produksi.
Thales’s Conception of the Earth
Authors: Kocandrle Radim ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: January 2025

Aristotle ascribes to Thales of Miletus the notion of the Earth resting on water. However, in archaic Ionian cosmologies the Earth was not viewed as a cosmic body resting on physical support. The very motif is likely to have originated in the Near East. If Aristotle claims that this was the oldest conception of stability of the Earth it is possible that Thales may have been associated with it anachronistically.
The Continuum of Logos and Unity of Plato’s Phaedrus
Authors: Smith Colin C. ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: January 2025

At Phaedrus 264c2-5, Socrates asserts that good logos is a well-measured unity containing extremes (ἄκρα) and intermediates (μέσα). This raises questions of whether and how Phaedrus is unified. I argue that it is, and describe its unity through principles from Philebus concerning extremes and intermediates. Phaedrus, I argue, exhibits a discursive-method range as a logos continuum bounded by the self-serving (ἴδιος) discourse of the idiot (ἰδιώτης) and the commonness (κοινός) of dialectic.
Aristotle on the Individuation of Syllogisms
Authors: Corkum Phil ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: January 2025

Discussion of the Aristotelian syllogistic over the last sixty years has arguably centered on the question whether syllogisms are inferences or implications. But the significance of this debate at times has been taken to concern whether the syllogistic is a logic or a theory, and how it ought to be represented by modern systems. Largely missing from this discussion has been a study of the few passages in the Prior Analytics where Aristotle provides explicit guidance on how to individuate syllogisms. I argue that syllogisms are individuated by unordered premise pairs and so may be fruitfully thought of as multiple-succedent sequents. I conclude by drawing a few consequences for the representation of the syllogistic.
Cratylus’ Silence About Linguistic Correctness
Authors: Driscoll Sean ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: January 2025

This article addresses the longstanding puzzle of what Cratylus’ silence means. It argues that Plato’s Cratylus goes silent to convey his position regarding the correctness of names, and it does this by demonstrating how Cratylus is silent in imitation of a literary trope for portraying the significance of a character’s silence. The philosophical payoff of this imitation is that, for Cratylus, correctness consists not in saying, but in showing.
Cynic Egalitarianism, Cynic Misogyny?
Authors: Hulme Emily ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: January 2025

The Cynics were radically anti-conventional Greek philosophers who held egalitarian views about gender. They are also associated with extremely misogynistic anecdotes. How can one square this tension? I argue we must look to their ethical naturalism, on the basis of which they opposed convention, culture, and all that smacks of superficiality. This, combined with a longstanding stereotype about ‘feminine artifice’, explains (but does not justify) Cynic hostility toward the feminine.
Perancangan Sistem Informasi Warehouse Dalam Meningkatkan Efisiensi Supply Chain Management di PT. Elco Indonesia Sejahtera
Authors: Rahayu Dinar , Rosliani Elin , Sya’bani Asri Nur
Published: January 2025

Ketatnya persaingan bisnis dan meningkatnya kompleksitas rantai pasok menuntut perusahaan untuk mengadopsi sistem informasi yang efisien. Penelitian ini bertujuan merancang sistem informasi warehouse bagi PT. Elco Indonesia Sejahtera, produsen kulit penyamakan, untuk meningkatkan pengelolaan gudang dan mendukung manajemen rantai pasok. Sistem manual yang saat ini digunakan menghadirkan berbagai kendala, seperti risiko kesalahan pencatatan, kurangnya integrasi data, dan ketidakakuratan informasi. Dengan menggunakan metode waterfall, penelitian meliputi analisis kebutuhan, perancangan, implementasi, hingga evaluasi. Sistem yang dikembangkan mencakup fitur seperti manajemen stok, klasifikasi barang, packaging, dan pengiriman, dengan dukungan informasi real-time untuk mempercepat pengambilan keputusan. Sistem ini dirancang untuk meningkatkan efisiensi operasional, meminimalkan biaya, dan memperbaiki akurasi serta kecepatan proses logistik. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa sistem informasi warehouse mampu mengatasi kendala operasional yang ada dan mendukung perusahaan dalam mengelola rantai pasok secara lebih efektif. Dengan optimasi ini, perusahaan diharapkan dapat meningkatkan daya saing serta merespons kebutuhan pasar secara lebih cepat dan akurat.
Penerapan e-system perpajakan PPh Pasal 25 di KPP Pratama Kota Manado
Authors: Mamadoa Novalinda Jesika , Wangkar Anneke , Kindangen Wulan Deisy
Published: January 2025

This study aims to determine the implementation of e-system for PPh Article 25 taxation at KPP Pratama Manado. The study was conducted at the Manado Pratama Tax Service Office. The types of data used in the study were primary data and secondary data. This study used qualitative descriptive analysis techniques. The results of the study indicate that (1) The implementation of e-system for taxation for receiving PPh Article 25 at KPP Pratama has been quite effective, (2) Its implementation for individual taxpayers has not been effective because there are still taxpayers who are confused about how to operate the system. This study is expected to provide information about e-system taxation that makes it easier for taxpayers to carry out their tax obligations.
The Mediating Effect of Work-Life Balance On the Relationship Between Teacher Stress and Performance
Authors:   Student, Professional Schools, University of Mindanao, Philippines, L. Batiancila Delilah , R. Monteroso Cornelio Jr. ,   Professor, UM Peñaplata College, Philippines
Published: January 2025

The relationship between teacher stress and performance was investigated in this study to determine the mediating effect of work-life balance. The research employed a non-experimental quantitative design, including mediation analysis and descriptive-correlational techniques. Stratified sampling was employed to select 300 public school teachers from the Island Garden City of Samal. Three sets of modified and standardized survey questionnaires were used to collect data from the intended respondents. The mean, Pearson r, Sobel Z test, and regression analysis were utilized to analyze the data. The findings indicated that teacher stress was low, teacher performance was very high, and work-life balance was high. Performance was significantly negatively correlated with teacher stress. In addition, there was a substantial correlation between teacher stress and work-life balance and between work-life balance and teacher performance among teachers. Additionally, the findings indicate that the relationship between teacher stress and performance is partially mediated by work-life balance. This suggests that the inclusion of work-life balance mitigated the prior direct impact of teacher stress on teacher performance. Improving work-life balance can directly impact teachers' efficacy in the classroom. Teachers capable of effectively managing tension and maintaining a healthy work-life balance report feeling content with their positions.
The Effects of Stress and Glossophobia on University Students' Attitudes toward Learning
Authors: Somia Shabbir  , Shamila Irum  , Azzah Khadim Hussain  , Zahoor Ahmed  , Muskan Fatima  , Iram Naeem
Published: January 2025

Stress, a complex mental or emotional pressure resulting from external pressures, and glossophobia (the fear of public speaking) are two factors that play a role in the students’ academic life. The present research focuses on the impact of stress & glossophobia on the learning attitude of university students in Lahore-based universities. Stressing quantitative research methodology, the study seeks to demonstrate the effects of the two factors, stress and glossophobia, on student’s motivation, interactions, and approach to learning. In the course of the study, 200 students were selected with Student Stress and Glossophobia Questionnaire that measures levels of academic stress, public speaking anxiety, and the relationship between both parameters and learning behaviors. The research shows a high positive relationship between stress and glossophobia and a negative attitude towards learning. Stress was correlated with negative effects on the motivation and concentration of students, while glossophobia had an effect on the students’ willingness to engage in class discussions and presentations. The findings have indicated that psychological variables have a significant influence on the students’ academic environment and performance. The study therefore provides suggestions for stress relief management and coping strategies for glossophobia that universities should proceed to incorporate because modifications in student attitude and approach towards learning can clearly enhance performance.
Organizational Culture Dimensions and Employee Commitment: A Correlational Study of Educational Institutions in Pakistan
Authors: Dr. Ambreen Siddique  , Sobia Younas  , Dr. Gulnaz Akbar
Published: January 2025

The work environment affects all aspects of an organization and enables people to perform optimally. The current study investigates the relationship between organizational culture dimensions and employee commitment in educational institutions in Pakistan. It was quantitative research with a survey method research design. A convenient sampling technique was used to select 120 teachers and 30 head teachers at secondary schools. For the data collection, a self-developed 25-item questionnaire was used to measure various dimensions of organizational culture and employee commitment. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) 20 was used for data analysis with descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation. The findings revealed a strong positive relationship between organizational culture and employee commitment (r=.932), with communication practices showing the strongest dimensional correlation (r=0.72). Moreover, it is indicated that organizational culture is critical in influencing employee commitment. Specifically, effective communication practices, leadership styles, and recognition systems significantly impact employees' emotional and professional attachment to the organization. Organizations should foster transparent communication, recognize employee achievements, and promote collaborative teamwork to enhance commitment. These findings contribute to understanding how organizational culture can be leveraged to improve employee retention and institutional performance in educational settings.
Redefining Social Progress: Measuring Wellbeing beyond GDP and Economic Indicators
Authors: Dr. Omar Hayat
Published: January 2025

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has long reigned as the primary measure of a nation's progress. However, its limitations in capturing the true well-being of its citizens are becoming increasingly evident. This article argues for a paradigm shift in how we measure social progress, moving beyond GDP and embracing a more holistic approach that considers multiple dimensions of human flourishing.
The Body in the Social World: Embodiment, Identity, and the Performance of Power
Authors: Dr. Wahid Qureshi
Published: January 2025

The human body, far from a static entity, is a dynamic and intricately woven tapestry of biology, culture, and power relations. This article explores the concept of embodiment, examining how our physical form shapes our identity, interacts with the social world, and becomes a site for the performance and contestation of power. Through the lenses of sociology, anthropology, and critical theory, we delve into the nuanced interplay between embodiment, identity formation, and the social construction of meaning.
Beyond the Individual: The Interplay of Structure and Agency in Social Change
Authors: Dr. Ayesha Fatima
Published: January 2025

The question of how individuals and social structures interact to drive social change has long captivated scholars and activists. This article delves into the complex interplay between structure and agency, examining how individual actions, collective movements, and overarching societal forces shape and influence each other. Through diverse theoretical perspectives and real-world examples, we explore the limitations of solely attributing change to individual agency or structural determinism, advocating for a nuanced understanding of their dynamic and interdependent relationship.
The Algorithmic Gaze: Surveillance, Privacy, and the Future of Social Interaction
Authors: Dr. Farhat Basir
Published: January 2025

The pervasive presence of algorithms in our online interactions has created a new form of panoptic surveillance – the algorithmic gaze. This article examines the implications of this gaze on individual privacy, the nature of social interaction, and the potential erosion of agency and autonomy in the digital age. We explore the mechanisms of algorithmic surveillance, the ethical concerns it raises, and potential avenues for navigating its complexities and mitigating its harms.
Factors Affecting Employee Performance at Puskesmas
Authors: Gunawan Gunawan , Fitrianingrum Fitrianingrum
Published: January 2025

Puskesmas are health service facilities that organize public health efforts and first-level individual health efforts, by prioritizing promotive and preventive efforts, to achieve the highest degree of public health in their work area by the Regulation of the Minister of Health of the Republic of Indonesia Number 43 of 2019.  The research design used in this study is a quantitative method with an associative approach. The results of the study were obtained 1) Workload affects employee performance at the Ngroto Health Center, where the value is determined by calculation using the SmartPLS software program version 4. obtained a value of 0.028 < 0.05 at a significance level of 5%. This indicates that H1 is acceptable; 2) remuneration affects employee performance at the Ngroto Health Center, where the value is determined by calculation using the SmartPLS software program version 4 obtained a value of 0.045 < 0.05 at a significance level of 5%. This indicates that H2 is acceptable; 3) Work motivation affects employee performance at the Ngroto Health Center, where the value is determined by calculation using the SmartPLS software program version 4. obtained a value of 0.012 < 0.05 at a significance level of 5%. This indicates that H3 is acceptable. The results of the study can be concluded as follows: 1) Workload affects employee performance at the Ngroto Health Center, where the value is determined by calculation using the SmartPLS software program version 4. obtained a value of 0.028 < 0.05 at a significance level of 5%. This indicates that H1 is acceptable. 2) Remuneration affects employee performance at the Ngroto Health Center, where the value is determined by calculation using the SmartPLS software program version 4 obtained a value of 0.045 < 0.05 at a significance level of 5%.
Textbook of Environmental Education for undergraduates- Edited by Dilip Ganguly and Vikram S. Ghole
Authors: Rajurkar Dr. Nilima
Published: January 2025

Textbook of Environmental Education for Undergraduates, edited by Dr. Dilip Ganguly and
Dr. Vikram Ghole, is a significant contribution to the academic world, thoughtfully aligning
with the National Education Policy (2020) and the curriculum framework for environmental
education outlined by the University Commission (June 2023). This book provides a detailed
exploration of critical environmental topics and serves as an excellent resource for students and
educators alike.
The Effectiveness of the Use of Project-Based Learning Strategies in Learning to Write Essay Texts Containing Archipelago and Maritime Insights in Grade XII Students of SMAN Taruna Nala Malang
Authors: Khisbiyah Nurul , Widyartono Didin , Karkono Karkono
Published: January 2025

This study measures the effectiveness of the use of project-based learning strategies for learning to write essay texts that contain archipelago and maritime insights in grade XII students of SMAN Taruna Nala Malang. The low writing skills among students are the background of this study because students experience difficulties in organizing their minds and developing essay frameworks and have limited vocabulary. Students can increase creativity and independence as well as responsibility and confidence and critical thinking skills because project-based learning strategies are chosen. This study uses an experimental method and uses a one group pretest-posttest design. A total of 22 students in grades XII-4 of SMAN Taruna Nala Malang participated in the research. The results of the study showed a significant improvement in students' writing skills after the implementation of this strategy, with an average increase in pretest and posttest scores of 18.15. The normality test showed normal distributed data, and the t-test showed a significance of 0.02 < 0.05, meaning that there was a significant influence from the implementation of the chosen strategy. The effectiveness of this strategy is included in the medium category with an average n-gain value of 0.419. This study proves that project-based learning strategies are effective in improving essay writing skills with archipelago and maritime insights.
Efek Pupuk Organik Air Kelapa pada Pertumbuhan dan Hasil Selada di Bigaro Halmahera Timur
Authors: Samad Sofyan , A. Mahmud Shubzan
Published: January 2025

Lettuce plant (Lactuca sativa L) vegetable of the world community. The purpose of coconut water organic fertilizer as a nutrient for the growth and yield of lettuce plants. Method. This research was conducted from March to July 2022 in the farmer garden of Nusajaya East Halmahera, North Maluku. Lettuce seed plant material, Coconut water organic fertilizer and with the following treatments: B1 treatment without coconut water organic fertilizer 0 cc / 1 liter of water / 3 polybags, B2 treatment of coconut water organic fertilizer at a dose of 10 cc / 1 liter of water / 3 polybags B3 treatment of coconut water organic fertilizer at a dose of 15 cc/1 liter of water/3 polybags, B4 treatment of coconut water organic fertilizer at a dose of 20 cc/1 liter of water/3 polybags. B5 treatment of coconut water organic fertilizer with a dose of 25 cc/1 liter of water/3 polybags. Agronomic parameters include: 1) Lettuce height (cm), 2) many lettuce leaves, 3) Length (cm), 4) Leaf width, 5) Fresh weight of the sample (g) with variety analysis (Anova). The results showed that coconut water 20 cc/L water/3 polybags (P5) had an effect on all observation variables of lettuce, at the age of 10 HST was 13 cm high, at the age of 20 HST the highest was 18 cm and at the age of 30 HST was 24 cm high. Meanwhile, when harvesting, it produced a total of 16 leaves, the longest leaf was 20 cm, and the heaviest sample weight was 130 g when compared to other treatments. Macro and micro particles in coconut water can accelerate the increase in the size and length of lettuce. So that the content of macro (such as potassium) and micro elements (such as magnesium) in coconut water is proven to accelerate growth and increase the yield of lettuce plants.
Tantangan dan Peluang Konservasi di Kalimantan (Studi Kasus Arwana Super Red)
Authors: Arfah Syam Muh.
Published: January 2025

The Super Red Arowana (Scleropages formosus) is a highly valuable ornamental fish species with significant ecological, economic, and cultural importance, especially in the Kalimantan region. Known for its vibrant red coloration, the Super Red Arowana is one of Indonesia’s key export commodities in international markets. However, high demand for this species has led to serious threats to its sustainability in the wild, including overfishing and habitat destruction caused by deforestation and infrastructure development. This study aims to analyze the ecological, economic, and social characteristics of the Super Red Arowana, as well as assess the current population status and conservation efforts. The findings indicate that the population of Super Red Arowana in the wild has significantly declined, despite regulatory measures such as those enforced by CITES. While breeding programs and the establishment of conservation areas have been implemented, challenges such as weak law enforcement and a lack of public awareness continue to hinder effective conservation efforts. This study provides policy recommendations focused on strengthening trade regulations, protecting habitats, and increasing public awareness through education and the development of conservation-based ecotourism. With appropriate interventions, the wild population of Super Red Arowana could gradually recover, ensuring that this species remains an integral part of Indonesia's biodiversity.
Representasi Perundungan dalam Film From The Ashes Karya Khalid Fahad (Kajian Semiotika Ferdinand De Saussure)
Authors: Nafilatul Azza Nawal , Rohanda Rohanda
Published: January 2025

This study discusses the representation of bullying in the film From The Ashes by Khalid Fahad through Ferdinand de Saussure's semiotic approach. The focus of this study is how signs in the film, whether through visuals, dialogues, or other symbols, represent bullying and its impact on victims. Qualitative research methods are used to analyze the signs in the film, which consist of two main components: the signifier and the signified. The results of the analysis show that the film uses strong symbolism to depict the dynamics of bullying, including power relations, the powerlessness of victims, and the journey towards recovery. Visual elements such as color, lighting, and facial expressions function as signifiers that strengthen the emotional narrative, while dialogue and storyline form signifiers that convey meaning about bullying. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of how film media can be a reflective medium for social issues such as bullying, while also offering a new perspective in semiotic studies.
Pengaruh Paparan Audio Gelombang Alpha terhadap Transformasi Emosional Sebelum Ujian Modul
Authors: I. Manahampi Janly , F. Rumampuk Jimmy , E. W. Moningka Maya , Lintong Fransiska , R. Danes Vennetia
Published: January 2025

Academic stress has become a significant issue among students worldwide, with a high prevalence rate, particularly before exams. According to the Global Burden of Disease Study (2020), mental disorders, including stress, affect 1 in 4 people globally. In Southeast Asia, around 45% of students experience significant levels of stress, while in Indonesia, the prevalence ranges from 36.7% to 71.6%. This academic stress can impact academic performance, reduce concentration, cognitive function, and memory. Female students, in particular, are more vulnerable to academic stress due to hormonal changes that affect emotional stability. Although various non-pharmacological approaches, such as mindfulness and exercise, have proven effective, both require a significant time commitment. As an alternative, exposure to alpha wave audio has emerged as an interesting option, as it can help regulate emotions and reduce stress levels. The aim of this study is to determine the effect of exposure to alpha wave audio on emotional transformation before module exams in female students of the 2022 cohort at the Faculty of Medicine, Sam Ratulangi University. This study uses an quasi experimental research design with a one-group pre-test post-test design, comparing measurements before and after the intervention. The data is then analyzed using the non-parametric Wilcoxon test. A comparison of emotional changes before and after listening to alpha wave audio was measured in 100 subjects in the intervention group. The results showed significant changes in both positive and negative emotions, with a significance value of 0.028 (p<0.05). This study concluded that there is an effect of alpha wave audio exposure on emotional transformation before the module exam.
Systematic Literature Review: Membandingkan Pendekatan Metode Agile dan Waterfall Dalam Pengembangan Perangkat Lunak
Authors: Widyantoro Aries , Faradisa Al Bina Fiqhy , Prayoga Teddy , Safei Robi , Akmal Arrasid Muhammad
Published: January 2025

Software development is a complex and ever-evolving process. The selection of the right methodology is crucial in determining the success of the project. Among the various methodologies that exist, the Agile and Waterfall approaches have been the two most frequently compared. This study aims to conduct a systematic review of the literature (SLR) of various studies that compare the two approaches. This research was conducted by identifying and analyzing a number of relevant scientific articles from various databases. Strict inclusion and exclusion criteria are applied to ensure the quality of the data used. The data analysis process is carried out by identifying the main themes, comparing the findings of various studies, and developing a comparative framework between the Agile and Waterfall approaches. The results of the research and analysis show that the choice between the Agile and Waterfall approaches is highly dependent on the specific context of the project. The Agile approach is more suitable for projects with frequently changing requirements, small and collaborative teams, and an emphasis on fast product delivery. In contrast, the Waterfall approach is more suitable for projects with clear and stable requirements, large and structured teams, and an emphasis on careful planning. In addition, the study also identifies a number of contextual factors that can influence the successful implementation of both approaches, such as organizational size, organizational culture, and project complexity.
Efektifitas Assesment Kompetensi Perawat Manager terhadap Kinerja Perawat
Authors: Hermayanti Hermayanti
Published: January 2025

Nurse career development, particularly in the transition from clinical to managerial roles, requires effective competency assessments and performance assessments. This study aims to analyze the relationship between competency assessment and performance assessment in supporting nurse career development. The method used is a literature review using the PICOS framework. Of the 242 articles found, 20 articles were selected for analysis. The results show that competency assessment can improve the quality of nursing services, while professional indicator-based performance assessment helps identify the strengths and weaknesses of nurses. This research also highlights the importance of managerial competence, leadership, and informatics in supporting nurses' career development. In conclusion, the integration of competency assessment and performance assessment is an effective strategy to improve nurse competence and health service quality. This research makes an important contribution to the development of nursing science and practical recommendations for hospital management, nursing education institutions, and policymakers to design integrated professional development programs.
IoT Makers: A Collaborative Learning Experience with TinyML
Authors:   Department of Computer Science, Christ Deemed to be University, Bengaluru, India, Joy Helen. K.
Published: January 2025

Traditional teaching methods often fail to fully engage students in the field of IoT, particularly when it comes to applying machine learning at the edge. This paper presents an innovative pedagogical approach titled “IoT Makers,” aimed at MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning students. The activity integrates Tiny Machine Learning (TinyML) into IoT projects, encouraging hands-on learning and collaborative problem-solving. The course introduces TinyML as a service (SaaS) using Edge Impulse as the primary platform. Students then develop real-world IoT solutions such as Smart Agriculture, Health Monitoring, and Smart Buildings, utilizing a variety of simulation tools. The results demonstrate enhanced engagement, practical application of theoretical concepts, and improved problem-solving skills among students.
An Analysis of Selected Indian Insurance Companies in Comparison Based on Financial Performance
Authors:   Research Scholar, Department of Business Management and Commerce, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Punjab., Khanna Puneet , Kumar Manoj ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Business Management and Commerce, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Punjab.
Published: January 2025

In the study India’s top Life Insurance Companies have been selected on the basis of popularity and variety of products. A thorough examination of financial statement analysis is necessary to determine whether a stock is worthy of investment. Five financial years, spanning from 2018–19 to 2022–2023 have been considered. The research aims to evaluate the financial results of a subset of Indian insurance firms, analyze their overall performance, and provide a ranking to these businesses based on their overall performance. This study’s primary goal is to support decision-making for policyholders and investors. The suggested study combines empirical and explanatory research methods. The required data inputs for the study project were taken from the insurance firms’ publicly available quarterly, half-yearly, and annual reports, which include both statutory and non-statutory disclosures.
Consumer Preferences in Retail: Insights into Online and Offline Shopping Trends in Haryana
Authors:   Research Scholar, NIILM University, Kaithal, Singh Surender , Gupta Rekha ,   Dean, School of Commerce & Management, Faculty of Commerce, NIILM University, Kaithal
Published: January 2025

This study explores consumer preferences between online and offline retail channels in Haryana, India, examining how preferences differ across product categories and consumer demographics. With the growth of e-commerce, understanding these preferences has become essential for businesses seeking to optimize retail strategies in a competitive market. Through a survey of 390 consumers, the study highlights key factors shaping consumer choices, such as convenience, accessibility of product information, and experiential value. The findings provide actionable insights into how product categories and demographic factors impact channel selection, which is crucial for developing effective omnichannel strategies that cater to local consumer needs. These insights aim to guide retailers in creating balanced retail strategies that harness the strengths of both online and offline shopping environments.
Carte românească veche în Ocna Sibiului
Authors:   Biblioteca Județeană ASTRA Sibiu, Andriescu Bogdan
Published: January 2025

For writing this paper the archival material found and consulted in the archives of some cultural institutions from Sibiu County, represented the most important source of information, the specialized bibliography, being in turn a valuable and necessary scientific source (catalogues of old Romania book collections belonging to cultural institutions such as museums, libraries). The inventory compiled, for the Greek-Catholic and Roman-Catholic parishes, for the Orthodox parish by the local priests, the analytical records made by conservators and historians of the movable heritage, as well as the specialized literature, indicate that Ocna Sibiului was one of the most important holder of old Romania books among the rural settlements of Sibiu County.
DISTINGUISHING MOTION AND WORK IN MECHANICS AND ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS
Authors: BRISTOL TERRY
Published: January 2025

To fully appreciate Bejan’s engineering thermodynamics, it is important to distinguish it from the Clausius, Boltzmann, Gibbs (CBG) mechanical rendering of thermodynamics. Concepts of motion and work occur in both formulations but have different meanings. The aim here will be to distinguish Bejan’s concepts from CBG’s classical mechanical exposition. The latter reason is classical Newtonian mechanics. Focusing on motion and work also allows us to trace the historical antecedents of Bejan’s thermodynamics, including the contributions of Lazare and Sadi Carnot.
SEMI-EMPIRICAL CYCLING AGING MODELS WITH ENHANCED ACCURACY FOR A NICKEL MANGANESE COBALT CELL
Authors: YARIMCA GÜLŞAH , ÇETKIN ERDAL
Published: January 2025

Batteries have recently garnered significant attention due to their numerous advantages across various applications, particularly in Electric Vehicles (EVs). However, one of the primary challenges limiting broader industry adoption is the aging of batteries over time. In this study, a semi-empirical aging modelling technique was used to predict battery degradation. Experimental data obtained from a 73 Ah NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) cell to formulate three distinct models based on the Arrhenius Law to predict cyclic aging. Batteries underwent testing at two different temperatures and various depths of discharge (DoD) and C-rates up to approximately 800 cycles. Arrhenius' Law, which relates the rate of a chemical reaction to temperature, provided a solid framework for models. Between the three semi-empirical models developed, SEM-3 demonstrated satisfactory predictive accuracy when compared with the empirical data. Upon examining all data sets, SEM-3 exhibited the lowest Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) value of 0.95 in the model predictions, indicating a high degree of accuracy and reliability in its predictions.
ENHANCED ELECTRONIC COOLING USING FIN HEATSINK: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
Authors: BUKAR AHMED M. , ALMERBATI ABDULRAHMAN S.
Published: January 2025

Electronic devices consistently produce undesired thermal energy. The growing demand for these devices in various applications necessitates innovative cooling solutions to mitigate thermal losses. The main challenge in electronic cooling is the full development of the thermal boundary layer. This study aims to optimize the conventional rectangular plate-fin heatsink by redeveloping a new thermal boundary, which involves morphing the fin configuration and distribution while maintaining a constant fin volume. We used numerical simulation in COMSOL Multiphysics to analyze and compare conventional rectangular plate-fin heatsink performance with two optimized configurations: the bifurcated longitudinal split fin and hybrid plate-pin fin heatsinks. The methodology involves assessing the thermal and flow performance in the form of the average heatsink baseplate temperature and the average pressure drop across the heatsink. We investigated these under a constant heat flux of 5903 W/m2 and varying air velocities between 4 and 12 m/s. The results showed that using five bifurcated plate fins and hybrid plate-pin fins lowers the temperature of the heatsink base plate by 25% and 47%, respectively, compared to conventional rectangular plate fins when the air velocity is 8 m/s. However, these optimized configurations increased the pressure drop across the heat sink.
FORGOTTEN PRINCIPLES: HOW THE DIGITAL AGE TRANSFORMED THE HUMAN CONNECTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY
Authors: (M. GOTHMAN) ELSIE
Published: January 2025

The goal of this paper is to explore the human connection to photography and examine the different principles that have been impacted by digital advancements in photography. This paper will investigate these principles and how they affect the perception of the beauty seen in photographs. The investigation of these principles builds upon Adrian Bejan's acclaimed book, 'Time and Beauty,' and the principles outlined in Constructal Law.
CONSTRUCTAL DESIGN APPROACH FOR CARBON DIOXIDE ADSORPTION SYSTEMS
Authors: ERRERA MARCELO RISSO , GRACILIANO FERREIRA MERCURI EMILIO , STANESCU GEORGE
Published: January 2025

Current carbon capture and storage (CCS) benchmark technologies and materials are both energy and economically costly. Therefore, it hopes to rely on uncovering combinations of designs or materials to provide the performance leap to scale up the CCS deployment to meet the most optimistic Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) projections and socioeconomic shared pathways to mitigate global warming. While the search for advanced materials for carbon capture has drawn much of the efforts to enhance the so-called productivity (CCPr), i.e., CO2 mols per volume of CC material per cycle for high levels of purity for CO2 recovery, there is an opportunity to investigate before-hand how those materials would fare energy wise (PE) (total energy expenditure by total amount of CO2 mols captured) in the reactor. This work presents a formulation based on the Constructal Theory to explore how the features of the materials themselves (absorptivity, molecular diffusivity, density), the packing (pellets shape and size, effective diffusivity, specific capturing rate, porosity), and the configuration of a column packed-bed reactor affects the energy penalty (PE). The investigation is theoretical and numerical by modeling the CO2 mass balance in a prescribed and constant mobile phase flow rate (initially CO2-rich exhaust gases) isothermal 1d tubular packed-bed reactor and the coupling with CO2 mass balance at the pellet level with linear driving force model – both are saturated porous media. The simulations were performed using newly developed Python code and commercial software. The model was turned nondimensional, and the influence of the adapted Peclet and Damkhöler numbers was explored, which showed reverse trends in the indices CCPR and PE. It showed the trade-off between the resistances to adsorb CO2 and the other features of the reactor’s design, providing insights into how those systems may evolve.
CONSTRUCTAL DESIGN OF LATENT HEAT STORAGE SYSTEMS
Authors: ZIAEI SHIVA
Published: January 2025

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THE LUNGS OF PLEASURE ARE FULL OF DEATH OXYGEN
Authors: OLFATI MOHAMMAD , NEKOUNAM AMIR
Published: January 2025

The pleasure naturally diminishes over time due to its existence. This study delves into this idea and connects it to the Constructal Law, which suggests that to maintain sustained pleasure in our lives, we must continuously adapt and evolve to keep the flow of pleasure alive. It explores the profound significance of pleasure as a motivating factor in our lives. It provides valuable insights into how we can ensure its continuous evolution for our overall well-being.
Jean Jacques Rousseau – From the Delights of Existence to Its Hell
Authors:   Institutul de Cercetări Socio-Umane din Craiova „C.S. Nicolăescu-Plopșor”, MILITARU Ion
Published: January 2025

Jean Jacques Rousseau – from the delights of existence to its hell tries to establish from a formal point of view what were the logical and ontological frameworks in which the great mutation in Rousseau’s thought occurred, which determined his transition to a radically different way of thinking in relation to his era and even to himself.
Receptarea lui Ioan Hrisostomul în Tâlcul evangheliilor (Omilia a 14-a), prin intermediul Comentariului la Matei al lui Wolfgang Musculus (1544)
Authors:   Institutul Teologic Penticostal din București, Bd. Uverturii, nr. 210-220, Conțac Emanuel
Published: January 2025

The Reformed doctrinal elements found in Coresi’s first Postil (Tâlcul evangheliilor, i.e. The Meaning of the Gospels), published in 1567, have been acknowledged by all scholars who have examined this book of homilies. However, explanations for the origin of these elements have varied. Some scholars suggested that although most of the book adhered to Eastern Orthodox beliefs, it was theologically modified to include Reformed ideas before publication. P.P. Panaitescu even suggested that the book resulted from a negotiation between Coresi and the Orthodox translators on one side and the Reformed patron who commissioned the book on the other. The recent discovery of a new source used by the anonymous author of the Postil challenged this interpretation. We now know that some of the homilies printed by Coresi were influenced by Musculus’ Commentary on Matthew (1544) and that the so-called Orthodox characteristics of Coresi’s Postil were borrowed from Musculus’ detailed and erudite work. This article shows that the 14th homily in Coresi’s Postil, commenting on Matthew 8:28–9:1, includes a lengthy quote from Chrysostom’s Homily 29 on the Gospel of Matthew. Indignant at the superstitions of his time, the Church Father directly attacked the idea that the soul of the dead continues to wander in the human world. Musculus utilized this idea in his criticism against the Catholic notion that the souls of the dead continue to abide in the world and could haunt places. To counter this late medieval theology, Musculus employed Chrysostom’s hermeneutical authority. As Musculus’ work was read even within the small Romanian Reformed communities, it provided them with arguments to criticize the cult of the dead, which ultimately rested on the assumption that the soul of the deceased remains in the human world for a number of days.
Laura Lazăr Zăvăleanu, Locul unde odihnește cerul: timpul și spațiul în literatura română veche, București, Editura ProUniversitaria, 2023, 366 p.
Authors:   Facultatea de Teologie Ortodoxă,Cluj-Napoca, CHIRILĂ Ioan
Published: January 2025

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Digital humanities și revoluția inteligenței artificiale
Authors:   Facultatea de Limbi și Literaturi Străine, Universitatea din București, Dinu Anca
Published: January 2025

Digital Humanities (DH) is a scientific domain, albeit an elusive one. Broadly, DH studies digital cultural objects in a computational way. There is no commonly accepted definition. The challenge in defining DH stems from the wide variety of disciplines involved, like cultural heritage, linguistics, literature, digital archaeology, history, arts, philosophy, etc. that all have their own methodology and tools. A common misunderstanding is that the DH is concerned only with the conversion of physical objects like manuscripts, maps, cultural artefacts, sounds, into a machine-readable format. But this is only the first step: ob¬taining the object of study. The most challenging part is the computational processing of the digital objects by operations such as interrogation, editing, annotating, visualization, Data Mining, automatic classification, clustering, pattern recognition, information extraction, etc. Only a decade ago, all of these could have been performed exclusively by scholars with computer science background, but now the tendency is to develop user-friendly tools, or use prompt engineering for large language models, to make it easy for humanists to benefit from these computational analysis methods. In the last half of the decade, we witnessed a fourth industrial revolution, with the fulminating rise of Artificial Intelligence technologies. In this dynamic context, the role of DH scholars increases. Smart, creative, adaptive, and visionary digital humanists are needed to use AI systems to benefit people. In short, we need digital literacy on a large scale and adapting to continuous learning. An example of such good practice is the array of dissertation topics proposed by students graduating the Digital Humanities master Program at FLLS, like the computational analysis of the discourses of the last four Romanian presidents, the automatic detection and classification of mental illnesses from social media posts, the diachronic analysis of semantic shift of gender representation in corpora, the comparative semi-automatic analysis of literary cur¬rents, the automatic classification and sentiment analysis on a textual corpus of dreams, the comparison of human and AI-generated fanfiction texts, or testing the verbal creativity of large language models and compare it with human performance, etc. Pannapacker predicted as soon as 2012 that “It won’t be long until the Digital Humanities are, quite simply, The Humanities”. That moment has already passed.
Corespondența intimă ca loc al memoriei colective. Posturi & comerț de imagine în textele epistolare ale scriitorilor români din a doua jumătate a secolului al XIX-lea
Authors:   Universitatea „Alexandru Ioan Cuza” din Iași, România, Costin Smărăndița-Elena
Published: January 2025

The efflorescence of confessional genres during the latter half of the nineteenth century heralded the emergence of a novel paradigm of human existence. Set against the backdrop of a newfound appreciation for the solace of intimacy, the epistolary writers of this epoch meticulously sculpt a myriad of personas within their confessional compositions, revealing them, to varying extents, within the public domain. The establishment of rituals in¬tertwined with the art of epistolary correspondence, alongside a burgeoning appetite for man¬ifold expressions of intimate experience, elevates these letter writers to the status of quintes-sential representatives of the emblematic conventionalism of the Carol I era. As individuals of their century, Odobescu, Hasdeu, Eminescu, Caragiale, Maiorescu, and Zamfirescu adhere to the conventions of the society in which they navigate their existence. However, for some among them, the act of letter writing does not emanate from the distinctive type of spirituality that characterizes their essence. Nevertheless, it is unequivocal that for the denizens of the Carol I era, the epistolary art is woven into the very fabric of their being.