bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Kepemilikan Manajerial, Penghindaran Pajak, dan PER Terhadap Nilai Perusahaan dengan Transparansi Sebagai Variabel Moderasi
Authors: Kutanggas Willyam , Ponto Sahrul , Pattiasina Victor
Published: May 2024

Penelitian  ini  dilakukan  dengan  tujuan  yakni  mengetahui  pengaruh  Kepemilikan  Manajerial, Penghindaran  Pajak, dan Price Earning Ratio dengan  transparansi  perusahaan  sebagai  variabel  moderasi. Penelitian  ini  merupakan  penelitian  kuantitatif  deskriptif  yang  menggunakan  data  sekunder  berupa laporan  keuangan  perusahaan  pertanian subsektor perkebunan  yang  terdaftar  di  BEI. Dipergunakan  sampel  sebanyak  18  perusahaan  yang  diperoleh  dengan  teknik  purposive  sampling. Penelitian ini menggunakan Teknik  analisis  data  yang  dilakukan  yakni  MRA  atau  Moderated  Regression  Analysis  yang  diolah  dengan  menggunakan  alat  bantu Eviews 12. Hasil penelitian ini menjelaskan bahwa Kepemilikan Manajerial berpengaruh negatif terhadap Nilai Perusahaan sedangkan Penghindaran Pajak dan Price Earning Ratio memiliki pengaruh postitif tidak signifikan terhadap nilai perusahaan. Transparansi Perusahaan mampu memoderasi hubungan antara Kepemilikan Manajerial, sedangkan pada variabel Penghindaran Pajak, dan Price Earning Ratio terhadap Nilai Perusahaan transparansi tidak dapat memoderasi.
Pengaruh Masa Kerja Audit,Ukuran Perusahaan Dan Fee Audit Terhadap Kualitas Audit
Authors: Merani Gladis percilia , Sutisman Entar , Tahir Arlan
Published: May 2024

Penelitian  ini  dilakukan  dengan  tujuan  yakni  mengetahui  pengaruh  masa kerja audit, ukuran perusahaan dan fee audit. Penelitian  ini  merupakan  penelitian  kuantitatif  yang  menggunakan  data  sekunder  berupa laporan  keuangan  perusahaan  subsektor perbankan  yang  terdaftar  di  BEI. Dipergunakan  sampel  sebanyak  28  perusahaan  yang  diperoleh  dengan  teknik  purposive  sampling. Penelitian ini menggunakan Teknik  analisis  data  yang  dilakukan  yakni regresi linear berganda  yang  diolah  dengan  menggunakan  alat  bantu Eviews 12. Hasil penelitian ini menjelaskan bahwa ukuran perusahaan berpengaruh positif terhadap kualitas audit sedangkan masa kerja audit  dan fee audit memiliki pengaruh negatif terhadap kualitas audit.
Optimalisasi Penggunaan Personal Assistant Berbasis Artificial Intelligence Dalam Mendukung Produktivitas Kerja Sekretaris Di Perusahaan
Authors: Frinki Frinki , Shinta Wahyu Hati  , Fuad Arif Rahman
Published: May 2024

Di era digital ini, kita perlu meningkatkan produktivitas kerja kita dengan perkembangan teknologi. Artificial intelligence tanpa ragu telah berkembang pesat di perusahaan-perusahaan untuk membantu manusia menjadi lebih efisien terutama sekretaris. Seorang sekretaris memainkan peran penting dalam memfasilitasi fungsi administratif, manajerial, dan operasional sebuah perusahaan. Mereka dipercayakan oleh pimpinan untuk mengelola jadwal, berkoordinasi antara departemen, mengatur pertemuan, menangani laporan, dan menjalankan tugas administratif lainnya. Penelitian ini membahas penggunaan personal assistant berbasis artificial intelligence untuk mendukung produktivitas sekretaris di perusahaan. Personal assistant berbasis artificial intelligence, seperti Google Assistant, memiliki dampak positif dalam meningkatkan efisiensi dengan mengotomatisasi tugas administratif dan menyederhanakan komunikasi. Jadi, sekretaris akan memiliki lebih banyak waktu untuk melakukan tugas lain dalam keseharian sekretaris. Penelitian ini mengidentifikasi manfaat penggunaan Google Assistant dalam mengelola jadwal, pesan, pencarian informasi, dan terjemahan bahasa. Teknologi asisten pribadi berbasis kecerdasan buatan telah terbukti memiliki potensi besar dalam meningkatkan produktivitas sekretaris di era digital. Penelitian ini juga membahas kelemahan Google Assistant, meskipun menyoroti keunggulan teknologi tersebut.
Optimizing BTK Inhibition in Waldenström Macroglobulinemia
Authors: Sarosiek Shayna , Castillo Jorge J.
Published: May 2024

Bruton tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitors have become a standard of care in the treatment of patients with Waldenström macroglobulinemia (WM) and are the only medications approved by the FDA to treat these patients. As more patients with WM are treated with BTK inhibitors in the United States and worldwide, it is essential to optimize this therapy by selecting the patients who are more likely to benefit from it, and by managing the unique adverse effects associated with these agents. Herein, we propose a genomic-driven approach to selecting patients with WM who are more likely to experience fast, deep, and durable responses to BTK inhibitors, and provide practical strategies for managing adverse effects, including BTK inhibitor dose reductions, switching to other BTK inhibitors, and abandoning BTK inhibitor therapy. Ongoing clinical trials are evaluating covalent and noncovalent BTK inhibitors alone and in combination, as well as BTK degraders, with exciting results, making the horizon for BTK-targeting therapies in WM bright and hopeful.
Enfoques para minimizar el peligro de incendios y preservar la integridad de edificios con valor patrimonial en el núcleo histórico de Ambato
Authors: Córdova Cruz Byron René , Arias Salazar Daicy Paola , Gallardo Lidia , Donoso León Carmen Edith , Pinto Almeida Damián
Published: May 2024

La presente investigación se enfoca en desarrollar estrategias para mitigar el riesgo de incendios en edificios históricos en la ciudad de Ambato, Tungurahua. La metodología adoptada es de carácter cualitativo y exploratorio, privilegiando edificaciones que destacan por su significativo valor patrimonial. Las técnicas de recopilación de datos empleadas incluyen visitas sobre el terreno, entrevistas, toma de fotografías y revisión de documentos relevantes. La información obtenida se procesa mediante resúmenes bibliográficos, puntuaciones de valoración y observaciones directas. El estudio logra cumplir con sus objetivos, identificando los factores o causas que podrían incrementar la vulnerabilidad de los edificios históricos ante incendios y formulando planes efectivos para la mitigación de dichos riesgos. Como resultado, el proyecto proporciona una comprensión más profunda de las estrategias efectivas para reducir los riesgos de incendio en estructuras históricas, culturales y arquitectónicamente valiosas. Este trabajo establece un precedente importante para futuras investigaciones sobre la conservación de tales edificaciones en la ciudad.
Electronic Procurement and Performance of Procurement Function of County Governments in Kenya.
Authors: Kyola Malombe , Muthoni Denis
Published: May 2024

Implementing electronic procurement and reaping its benefits for organizations has been a top priority for the public sector. Examining electronic procurement and performance of procurement function of county government in Kenya was thus the main objective of this study. The population for this study was 47 units of devolved government in Kenya which were envisioned by new constitution of Kenya 2010. This research relied on the following specific objectives: To determine effect of electronic sourcing on performance of procurement function of county governments in Kenya. To establish effect of electronic tendering on performance of procurement function of county government in Kenya. To determine effect of electronic ordering on performance of procurement function of county government in Kenya. To establish effect of electronic payment on performance of procurement function of county government in Kenya. The study used descriptive research design to collect and interpret data on electronic procurement and performance of procurement function of county governments in Kenya. Forty-seven county governments’ comprised target population of this research. 250 county government employees that are directly or indirectly involved in the procurement process comprised the unit of observation of this research. The researcher used both stratified and simple random sampling technique to select 30% of the total unit of observation to come up with a sample size of 75 respondents. The research used both open and closed ended questionnaires in order to collect primary data. The study used descriptive and inferential analysis to analyse gathered data. Generally, a large number of respondents exhibited responses to indicate that electronic sourcing, electronic tendering, electronic ordering and electronic payment affect performance of procurement function of county governments in Kenya. However, the analysis also showed that a significant number of respondents had a contrary opinion too as well. All these variables had a positive and significant relationship with performance of procurement function of these devolved governments. An examination of the joint relationship by the study confirmed these findings and established that these four variables jointly accounted for 69.9% of the variability in performance of procurement function. The study recommended that county governments should scale down on traditional procurement practises if full benefits of adoption of electronic procurement is to be realized. Further, it was recommended that government and other stakeholders need to work together on incentives of electronic procurement to encourage on technology use on running day to day procurement activities.
Dilihat Dari Perubahan Struktur Ekonomi Indonesia Dari Masa Ke Masa
Authors: Eki Indriyanti  , Melkior Keleka Hayon  , Muhammad Yasin
Published: May 2024

In the history of the Indonesian economy. Indonesia often experiences changes in its economic structure. Starting from the beginning of independence, namely the era of the first President of Indonesia, namely Soekarno, until now the Jokowi era. These changes often occur because the economic structure has not boosted the Indonesian economy and is considered unable to improve the welfare of the people. The economic structure is used to shows the composition or arrangement of economic sectors in an economy. Economic structure is also the implementation of existing economic systems with the aim of increasing the welfare of a country through economic development and growth of national income. The economic structure can be seen from four viewpoints, namely macro-sectoral review, financial review, state administration review, and bureaucratic decision-making review. The macro sectoral review and financial review are purely economic reviews, while the state review and decision-making bureaucratic review are political reviews. Dominant or reliable economic sectors can also mean sectors that make the largest contribution to the national product with high growth rates, which are characteristic of an economy.
Web Based Attendance Capturing System Using Semantic Segmentation
Authors: Yechuri Dr. Praveen Kumar , Yamparala Rajesh
Published: May 2024

Now a days taking of attendance has been a critical factors which is why the technological advancement have been getting larger the security features will indeed play a crucial part to minimise the fraudulent activity of modern trend in face recognition in conversely to further enrolment system framework like palmprint participation, iris participation capturing, log books attendance and the palm-based attendance etc has the supremacy in interaction free manner and currently it plays a key role in the pre-eminent technologies in enlargement. regardless of the fact that there are numerous attendances collecting systems that employs Biometric, Radio Frequencies in Domain of taking Attendance. A major face recognition viewpoint which is built upon the ResNet and The Semantic Segmentation has indeed been Introduced in the study. In This study a residual learning strategy has entered play using a Segmentation procedure which create the networks considerably broader than the Preceding Networks. By incorporating the Innovation of the Semantic Segmentation As well as the Recurrent neural Architecture we can extract Even the pixel details. With the Support of ResNet Architecture we also incorporated the Skip connections in which we Issue related collection of the Images and performance the improvement by extraction of features and once the pathway is suited then we indicate the Attendance.
Osteossíntese de fratura do capítulo com parafuso sem cabeça
Authors: Neves Rafael Segundo Ferreira das , Farias André Leonardo Nogueira , Castro Larissa Vasconcelos de , Tanaka Leonardo Yabu , Tenor Junior Antonio Carlos , Brasil Filho Rômulo
Published: May 2024

As fraturas do capítulo correspondem a menos de 2% das fraturas do cotovelo, e por isso, são consideradas raras. Essas são intraarticularese ocorrem devido a uma força cisalhante da cabeça do rádio sobre o capítulo, podendo apresentar lesões associadas como fratura ipsilateral da cabeça do rádio e lesões ligamentares do cotovelo.O uso de parafuso sem cabeça como tratamento da fratura do capítulo com fragmento único e com osso osteocondral pela via de Kocher, é uma escolha para a redução anatômica e proprociona o movimento precoce do membro.
Academic Dishonesty in Higher Education: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Azemi Azwanis , Jamil Azhar Sheikh Muhammad Faris , Jamil Azhar Sheikh Muhammad Faris , Jamaludin Nurul Atasha
Published: May 2024

The scholarly discussion of academic dishonesty in higher education institutions has experienced significant expansion for almost 30 years. This bibliometric analysis study aims to analyse past studies of academic dishonesty, focusing on higher education from 1981 to 2023. A comprehensive range of terms related to academic dishonesty was used to choose past papers from the Scopus database. Then a bibliometric analysis was conducted, which identified the year of publication, publication journal, country of origin, field of study, and authors. After selection, 594 articles in the Scopus database were identified. The paper's findings showed that research on academic dishonesty began in 1981 and kept increasing until 2023. Regarding journal publication, of the five top journals, four were related to integrity, ethics, and assessment in higher education. The field of study of social science leads to the most articles on academic dishonesty, and this study also found 10 authors who are at the top of journals on academic honesty. This study suggests that proactive steps are necessary to create a culture of academic honesty across all prospects in academia, encompassing higher education administrators, staff, lecturers, business industries, and students.
Transdisciplinary Tactics and Prospects for Medical and Commercial Advancement in Kefir
Authors: Iftikhar Amna , Iftikhar Hira , Iftikhar Iqra , Mehbatool  , Raza Anjum , Usman Zainab , Momin Hooria Ruqayya , Murtaza Hafiz Bilal
Published: May 2024

Background: Kefir, a fermented milk beverage with a rich cultural heritage, has garnered significant attention due to its health benefits and commercial potential. This study explores the convergence of medical science, technology, and market dynamics to position kefir as a functional food with therapeutic applications.
Objective: The study aimed to evaluate the health benefits of kefir, optimize its production processes, and investigate its therapeutic potential in chronic diseases and injuries.
Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted with participants divided into kefir and control groups. Pre- and post-intervention health assessments were performed, measuring cardiovascular health, blood sugar levels, immune response markers, and neurological function. Biochemical analyses of blood samples were conducted to identify changes due to kefir consumption. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS version 25. For process optimization, Response Surface Methodology (RSM) was applied to optimize fermentation conditions. Experimental studies included in vitro cell culture experiments and in vivo animal models to assess kefir’s effects on diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, and cancer. Microbial analysis was performed using genomic and proteomic techniques, and consumer sensory evaluations were conducted for new kefir formulations.
Results: The kefir group showed a significant reduction in mean blood sugar levels from 96.62 mg/dL to 85.18 mg/dL (t-statistic=5.16, p=0.000004), while the control group showed no significant change. Optimized production conditions were determined to be a temperature of 25°C, fermentation time of 24 hours, and a grain-to-milk ratio of 0.1, achieving a quality score of 500. In the diabetes model, the kefir-treated group had a significant reduction in HbA1c levels (6.75) compared to the control group (7.41) (t-statistic=6.14, p=8.12×10^-8). For Alzheimer's disease, amyloid plaque deposition decreased significantly in the kefir group (37.34) versus the control group (50.13) (t-statistic=5.70, p=4.29×10^-7). In the cancer model, tumor growth was significantly reduced in the kefir group (64.18) compared to the control group (98.10) (t-statistic=7.45, p=5.09×10^-10). Microbial counts were highest and most stable under Condition A (11.05×10^7, SD=6.33×10^5). Consumer sensory evaluations of soymilk-based kefir resulted in a mean score of 3.1 (SD=1.32).
Conclusion: Kefir demonstrates significant health benefits, including blood sugar regulation, and therapeutic potential in managing diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, and cancer. Optimized production conditions enhance its commercial viability. Future research should focus on long-term effects and real-world applications to validate these findings.
Research on the Evolution and Innovation of Guangdong Province's Business Environment from a Digital Perspective
Authors: Feng Jiajun , Liu Zhengnan , Li Tong
Published: May 2024

This study, conducted against the backdrop of current digital development, systematically analyzes and discusses the status quo, problems, and countermeasures of the business environment in Guangdong Province. It reviews and critiques both domestic and international research on the definition of the business environment, the relationship between digitalization and the business environment, and the factors influencing the digitalization of the business environment. A comprehensive analysis of the internationalized business environment of Guangdong Province is presented, showcasing its advantages and characteristics in terms of digital infrastructure, digital technology innovation, and data element circulation, while also pointing out existing deficiencies and challenges. These serve as a reference for further optimization of the business environment. The article concludes by exploring and suggesting innovative pathways for Guangdong Province's internationalized business environment, proposing a series of specific measures and plans to enhance digital innovation leadership capabilities and create a digitally empowered business environment. The aim is to promote the digital transformation and upgrading of Guangdong Province's business environment, thereby improving its level of digital development and international competitiveness.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH ISSUES AMONG DENTISTS IN KARACHI
Authors: Dr. Marium Azfar  , Dr. Nosheen Khawar  , Dr. Isma Sajjad
Published: May 2024

Introduction: To study the occupationally related complications among dentist in Karachi. Regarding collectiveoccupational health problems and the safety measure they commonly take during their practice. So the currentstudy was to manuscript and assess dentist health illness and point out disorders.Methodology: A questionnaire survey was conducted on a sample of 220 dentists , amongst the dentists working in a private & public dental clinic in Karachi. The dentists were requested to fill questionnaire and return ,which was designed to evaluate dentist and to rule out the existing complaints about their health. The questionnaire was designed few open as well as some structured questions. A statistical analysis was assumed by meansof MS Office, Excel and SPSS version 16.0 software package, with figures evaluated using descriptive and analytical methods.Result: The feedback proportion of the dentists was 81.8%. The most common difficult experienced was musculoskeletal pain (65.8%) mainly in the neck, lower back, another issue was allergic dermatitis of the hands (8.7%) ,though almost all of the defendant dentists wore gloves 100% and face masks 96.8% during the work.Conclusion: The prevalence of hand skin problem and musculoskeletal problems are high and influence mostly on dentists’daily lives. (There seems to be a large claim for continuing education in occupational health and safety. More stress on thismatter awareness concerning the importance of work-related risk factors.
DISSATISFACTION WITH MEDICAL PRACTICE.
Authors: Imam SH  , Abdul Qadir Khan  , Memon AS  , Bilal M  , Mujahid S  , Syed Razi Muhammad
Published: May 2024

Objective: The objective of our study is to identify and describe the main sources of dissatisfaction with medicalservices among the population of MMCH.Method: A cross sectional survey was conducted in august 2014 among the patients and attendants who visitedthe MMCH by using convinces sampling method. The list of reasons of dissatisfaction were taken from the previous study done in Lithuania.Results: Study subjects were selected on the basis of convenience sampling from outpatients setting.study participants include n=100 males and n=100 females of age group ranges between 20-60 years. They belongs topoor socioeconomic status. They were interviewed and asked the reasons for the dissatisfaction.Long queues to see the doctor was the commonest complaint. No money to buy medication (n=144, 72%), doctors are not willing to help when they have no money to buy medicine (n=154, 77%), health care services are ofnot good quality (n=120, 60%), Excess paperwork (n=104, 52%), lots of problem in getting to the specialist needed (n=112, 56%), long queue just to get a receipt for an appointment with the doctor (n=158, 79%), not satisfiedwith the fee of investigation (n=110,55%), not satisfied with doctors way of examination (n=110, 55%), lackingattentiveness to the patients (n=102, 51%).Conclusion: We found that the causes of dissatisfaction among most patients were cost of medicine and delayin seeing the patients.Key Words: Dissatisfaction, patients, Medical practice, skills and attitude.
De la protection des chevaux à la défense de tous les animaux : une brève histoire de la cause animale au Québec
Authors: Simoneau-Gilbert Virginie
Published: May 2024

Mon texte offre un aperçu historique de la naissance de la cause animale au Québec et met en lumière les transformations majeures qui l’ont marquée. Dans un premier temps, nous pourrons constater que la naissance de la cause animale au 19e siècle est tributaire de nouvelles inquiétudes liées à la manière dont sont traités les chevaux et les animaux de bétail par les membres de la classe ouvrière. Ces préoccupations ne sont pas étrangères aux valeurs bourgeoises portées par les dirigeants montréalais et à l’influence des lois britanniques sur les colonies de l’Amérique du Nord britannique. Dans un deuxième temps, nous verrons que le remplacement des chevaux par l’automobile et que l’implication des femmes au sein du mouvement sont à l’origine d’une redéfinition majeure de la cause animale et de ses priorités à l’aube du 20e siècle. À partir de 1914, la SPCA de Montréal se consacre presqu’entièrement à son refuge pour chiens et chats et ce, jusqu’aux années 1960. Enfin, en guise de conclusion, je retracerai brièvement la trajectoire prise par le mouvement animaliste québécois depuis la fin de la Seconde Guerre mondiale en insistant sur la diversité de ses buts.
Impact of Perceived Risk, Perceived Usefulness and Subjective Norms on Online Shopping in the Context of Pakistan
Authors: Ghaazi Abdullah Shahbaz Anwar , Iqbal Aqsa , Fatima Arooj , Janjua Nadeem Akhter
Published: May 2024

This study shows the quantitative research of online shopping of customers most likely to purchase products online. This study aims to determine and analyze the relationship between factors influencing online shopping and mediators of purchase intention towards online shopping. The study used the population of Pakistan as a target for customers who prefer to shop online and have purchasing issues. Data was gathered from 279 customers using a questionnaire with the help of Google forms. Smart P.L.S. is used to determine statistical measurements to check the acceptance and supportiveness of the hypothesis. The result supported all hypotheses based on the T-statistics and P-value of this study, concluding that perceived risk, perceived usefulness, subjective norms, and purchase intention as mediators positively affect online shopping. The result confirmed that these factors, along with mediators, directly impact the behavior of online shopping consumers. The outcome of this study can be used as guidance for businesses that mostly operate through e-stores.
Impact of Assurance, Reliance, and Compliance on Customer Satisfaction: Insights from Islamic Banks in Pakistan
Authors: Ghaazi Abdullah Shahbaz Anwar , Ali Muhammad Ahsan , Khan Sajjad Nawaz , Ahmad Iftikhar , Nawaz Shahbaz
Published: May 2024

This study examines the influence of assurance, reliance, and compliance on customer satisfaction within the Islamic banking sector in Pakistan. The study utilized a quantitative research design to distribute structured questionnaires to customers and employees of Islamic banks, aiming to capture diverse perspectives on service quality. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) via Smart PLS to validate the relationships between the constructs based on the adapted SERVQUAL model. The findings demonstrate significant positive impacts of assurance, reliance, and compliance on customer satisfaction. Assurance was shown to instill confidence in customers; reliance underscored the importance of dependable banking operations, and compliance with Shariah laws was critical in aligning services with customers' ethical and religious expectations. These insights are precious for Islamic banks seeking to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty in a competitive market. The study contributes to the existing literature by providing empirical evidence from the Pakistani context and suggesting practical implications for improving service delivery in Islamic banking. Limitations and directions for future research are also discussed, emphasizing the need for broader geographical coverage and longitudinal studies.
Keywords: Islamic Banking, Customer Satisfaction, Assurance, Reliance, Compliance, Shariah Law, Structural Equation Modeling.
Citizenship Education in Elite Schools of Pakistan: Examining Requisite Skills for Civic and Political Participation in History Textbooks
Authors: Rauf Arjumand , Muhammad Yaar , Masood Sajid
Published: May 2024

The study employed qualitative content analysis to investigate the model of citizenship education in the history textbooks of elite schools in Pakistan. This study specifically explores the representation of requisite skills, one of the micro components of citizenship rights. This requisite skill is further divided into qualification, motivation, and information. Purposeful sampling was used, and textbooks from grades 6th to eighth were selected. Elo and Kyngäs’s method was used to conduct content analysis, and NVivo software was used to code textbooks.
It has been found that textbooks exclusively written for Pakistani students focus more on facts as records of past events and show less tendency for higher-order thinking skills such as collaboration, communication, and critical thinking skills. Conversely, the textbooks exclusively written for International Baccalaureate (IB) students emphasized the situation where the students not only developed requisite skills for civic and political participation but also created a situation where the students could develop a holistic view of events in history and global issues. The findings of this research have implications and recommendations for the written curriculum of elite schools
Understanding Sustainable Fintech Adoption Across Generations in Pakistan
Authors: Subhani Waseem , Tahir Aima , Naz Muhammad Azeem , Nazir Muhammad Umair , Chaudhry Najjia Ejaz
Published: May 2024

This study looks into the factors influencing a person's decision to adopt financial technology. This study integrates and extends the TAM model to examine customer behavioral changes toward technological acceptance. This study examines the impact of intention to use as a dependent variable and the link between perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness and intention to use fintech in Pakistan. Furthermore, this study examines the moderating effect of perceived risk on the said relationships. This study used a quantitative research technique and acquired data using a cross-sectional design. The study surveyed Pakistani millennials and Generation Z. Google forms were used to disseminate questionnaires to bank customers in all four provinces of Pakistan. The study used Smart PLS software to test and confirm the idea. The study indicates a significant relationship between perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and intention to use fintech. In addition to direct relationships, perceived risk strongly moderates perceived ease of use, intention to use, perceived usefulness, and intention to use. This study contributes to the literature by combining extending TAM and analyzing its factors among Pakistani millennials. Generation Z., The study's conclusions, have ramifications for companies considering implementing both fintech products and service providers, as well as inspiring the Pakistani government to expand fintech adoption.
Kids or Kitchen: An Examination of Marital Satisfaction of Employed Parents in Pakistan’s Banking Sector
Authors: Malik Arooj
Published: May 2024

The focus of this study is to examine variations in marital satisfaction across genders (working fathers and mothers) and traditional vs. career couples in bankers in Pakistan. Data has been collected from 352 male bankers (working fathers) and 188 female bankers (working mothers) through a closed-ended questionnaire. Measures included demographic information and the marital satisfaction scale. These study findings show a significant difference in reports of marital satisfaction. Working fathers reported more marital satisfaction than working mothers. Dual-career households experienced lesser satisfaction with marriage than traditional career households.
Management tools for the public-private partnership model of construction enterprises
Authors: Kalinin Oleksandr
Published: May 2024

The article explores the mechanisms and challenges of applying public-private partnership (PPP) in strategic management of construction enterprises in Ukraine. It analyzes the impact of globalization and liberalization on the effectiveness of construction firms and seeks ways to optimize PPPs to ensure their adaptation to the changing market conditions. The article emphasizes the need to harmonize PPP practices with contemporary demands of sustainable development and to define a set of criteria that take into account economic, technical, organizational, and social aspects. Five main groups of criteria are proposed, aimed at improving PPP models and assessed through a wide range of indicators, including in line with the policy of the European Union. Expert interviews have been used to determine the relevance of the criteria, allowing for an objective assessment of the importance of each one. The essence of PPP as a tool for strategic management, providing a coordinated interaction between the state and private investors in the construction sector, is provided. The current state and prospects for the development of PPPs in Ukraine are analyzed, taking into account international experience and the specifics of the national market. The defined criteria and sub-criteria for innovative development should form the basis for creating an effective management model that considers all aspects of sustainable development and facilitates the implementation of strategic initiatives. The research results highlight the importance of technical-technological and organizational development as key elements of a successful PPP model. The proposed approaches and recommendations may serve as a foundation for improving the management of construction enterprises, including through the introduction of innovative technologies and management methods
Overview of network retail in Ukraine and prospective directions of its development
Authors: Pepchuk Serhii , Palonna Tetiana
Published: May 2024

The article examines changes in the structure of retail chains by the number of points of sale, as well as the regional distribution of these stores. According to the survey, the number of operating stores in the country increased by 31% during the 20 months of the war. It is noted that the retail market of Ukraine remains one of the largest and most powerful in Europe, and further growth in the volume of retail turnover is predicted. The growing popularity of network stores and omnichannel strategies among retailers are also highlighted. The main trends in the development of retail trade in Ukraine, including digital transformation, social responsibility and personalization, are analyzed. Researchers examine the impact of economic and social factors on consumer behavior in an uncertain and changing market environment. It is noted that the population, in search of savings, pays attention to goods with low prices and offers with discounts, in particular, to essential goods. The growing popularity of "hard discounters" and e-commerce as a means of ensuring economic benefits for buyers is noted. Trends in the development of marketplaces and an omnichannel approach to the sale of goods are also analyzed. The need for retailers to look for new opportunities to increase sales and expand the assortment, as well as the need to optimize supply chains and improve customer service are the consequence of these changes. The widespread adoption of technologies, such as self-service and payment using QR codes, which help to reduce costs and improve business efficiency, in the offline segment, is noted. The impact of augmented and virtual reality on retail, highlighting the benefits of personalized service and product visualization capabilities, is also examined. The authors also draw attention to the importance of cybersecurity and personalization in the work with clients, which remain key ones in the conditions of changing consumer preferences and competition
Mucoadhesive Drug Delivery System and There Future Prospective: Are a Promising Approach for Effective Treatment?
Authors:   Patel College of Pharmacy, Madhyanchal Professional University, Bhopal, MP. India, Singh Shubham , Chaurasia Anand ,   Patel College of Pharmacy, Madhyanchal Professional University, Bhopal, MP. India, Rajput Dharmendra Singh ,   Patel College of Pharmacy, Madhyanchal Professional University, Bhopal, MP. India, Gupta Naveen ,   Patel College of Pharmacy, Madhyanchal Professional University, Bhopal, MP. India
Published: May 2024

Mucoadhesive polymers are a new and exciting development in drug delivery systems that have the potential to significantly increase therapeutic efficacy. These polymers stick to mucosal surfaces, increasing the amount of time that medications stay at the site of absorption and improving their bioavailability. These mechanisms include longer contact times with the mucosal surface, better drug solubility, and defence against enzymatic degradation of pharmaceuticals. Mucoadhesive polymers also provide a number of benefits over traditional drug delivery methods, including less frequent dosage, better patient compliance, and fewer adverse effects. Due to their adaptability, Mucoadhesive polymers may be used in the rectal, vaginal, ophthalmic, nasal, and oral routes of drug delivery. Mucoadhesive polymers have advantages now, but they also have potential for the future of medication delivery. Mucoadhesion offers excellent possibilities for the delivery of a range of substances through the nasal, vaginal, buccal, and ocular routes of administration. Furthermore, mucoadhesion facilitates the achievement of an extended local or systemic pharmacological effect. In this study, we covered the mechanisms behind mucoadhesion, possible uses for Mucoadhesive polymers in drug administration, and techniques for assessing Mucoadhesive drug delivery systems. The goal of current research is to create innovative Mucoadhesive polymers that have better biodegradability, biocompatibility, and adhesive qualities. Moreover, it is anticipated that the effectiveness of Mucoadhesive polymers would be increased when combined with other cutting-edge drug delivery technologies, such as micro particles and nanoparticles.
Ý định mua hàng trực tuyến của giới trẻ - Nghiên cứu thực nghiệm ở Việt Nam
Authors: Nguyễn Phương Linh  , Nguyễn Đức Nhuận
Published: May 2024

Nghiên cứu này nhằm nhận dạng và đánh giá các yếu tố ảnh hưởng đến ý định mua hàng trực tuyến của giới trẻ trên cả hai khía cạnh: đặc điểm cá nhân của khách hàng và các dịch vụ được cung ứng bởi kênh bán hàng trực tuyến. Dựa trên tổng quan cơ sở lý luận, bài viết đã phát triển các giả thuyết và thiết lập mô hình nghiên cứu về sự ảnh hưởng của hai yếu tố về đặc điểm cá nhân và hai yếu tố về đặc điểm kênh bán hàng trực tuyến tới ý định mua hàng của giới trẻ. Đối tượng nghiên cứu là giới trẻ hiện đang sinh sống và làm việc tại Hà Nội; đồng thời kỹ thuật phân tích PLS-SEM thông qua phần mềm SmartPLS4 được sử dụng để kiểm định các giả thuyết nghiên cứu. Kết quả nghiên cứu khẳng định tầm quan trọng của các yếu tố về đặc điểm khách hàng và kênh bán hàng trực tuyến tới việc thúc đẩy ý định mua sắm trực tuyến của khách hàng. Từ kết quả nghiên cứu, một số khuyến nghị được đề xuất liên quan tới các kênh bán hàng trực tuyến nhằm đẩy nhanh ý định mua hàng trực tuyến của khách hàng là giới trẻ.
Effect of a Sugar-Free Branched Chain Amino Acid-Containing Sports Drink on Acute High Intensity Anaerobic Performance
Authors: Rezvani Mojgan , Aiken Julian , Saleem Ayesha
Published: May 2024

Purpose: BioSteel® high performance sports drink (HPSD) is an enticing alternative to carbohydrate-containing sports drinks that are often associated with side effects such as gastrointestinal discomfort or post-consumption hypoglycemia. BioSteel® HPSD is carbohydrate-free and provides bioavailability of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) and other necessary cofactors that aid in BCAAs digestion. Here, we investigated the efficacy of BioSteel® HPSD to improve high-intensity anaerobic exercise performance in young adults.
Methods: A modified Wingate anaerobic test (mWAnT) was performed by fourteen healthy college students. Each subject underwent a total of nine trials, with each trial consisting of four bouts of cycling for 10 seconds / bout. The crossover design had each subject consume either BioSteel® HPSD, placebo, or water 30 minutes prior to the onset of exercise for three trials each, respectively.
Results: Participants consuming BioSteel® HPSD had significantly improved average power output expressed as an average of all bouts and all trials. Analyzing exercise performance as a function of separate 10 second bouts revealed significantly higher power output (bouts 1 and 4) and peak power (bout 1) in the BioSteel® HPSD consuming group. Despite this increased power output, subjects consuming BioSteel® HPSD did not fatigue faster or to a greater extent, as evidenced by fatigue index. Translation of power output to distance travelled indicated a significantly increased distance traveled by the subjects who drank BioSteel® HPSD.
Conclusion: Collectively, our data demonstrate that BioSteel® HPSD has a positive effect on acute anaerobic performance.
Pandemic as a Catalyst For More Inclusive Pedagogy in Field-Based Disciplines
Authors: Hodge Joanna , Slater Sara , Robinson Amanda
Published: May 2024

The rapid switch to alternative modes of delivery at the onset of the Covid pandemic in 2020 left Ontario college faculty scrambling to engage students and provide experiential learning opportunities to satisfy course and vocational learning outcomes. 
This paper presents case studies from Fleming College that illustrate the ways in which curriculum developed for remote, emergency delivery was situated within the framework of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Using case studies from Fleming College, we demonstrate that efforts to embrace the culturally responsive and inclusive pedagogy that UDL models during the pandemic will remain relevant after the Covid-19 pandemic has subsided. What follows is a description and analysis of the pedagogical strategies and technology-enhanced techniques employed by Fleming faculty to adapt their curriculum and teaching practice to meet the needs of variant learners by incorporating the guidelines of UDL, including multiple means of engagement, representation, and action and expression (Wakefield, 2018). We suggest that these examples from the pandemic supported alternative learning and can continue to do so in ways that enrich the educational culture in Ontario’s post-secondary system.
Foreword
Authors: Whitaker Chris
Published: May 2024

“Embracing an innovation mindset propels curiosity into actionable results.” 
These past two years, we have endured challenges yet achieved numerous milestones. The impact of our ability to pivot, take risks and embrace change is apparent in the amount of research that colleges and institutes have achieved throughout the pandemic. 
Keeping students at the forefront of our decision-making is even more important today as the future holds unprecedented and unpredictable challenges. Responding to the COVID-19 crisis has demanded that we rise to these challenges with courage and care and remain committed to delivering excellence and creating unparalleled opportunities for student success.
Examination of Manual Removal Strategies for Dog Strangling Vine
Authors: Short Lynn , Bearden Sophia , Hafez Lana , McWatch Bella
Published: May 2024

In the summer of 2019, the Junior Naturalists posed a question regarding the control of Dog Strangling Vine (DSV), an invasive plant that is present in the Humber Arboretum. This group conducts stewardship activities in the Arboretum to help balance the environment by using non-chemical methods to control some of the invasive plant species there. They had been cutting off the flowers of the DSV to prevent seed production, but this did not affect the survival of the plants. This research project was created in response to the group’s question. Four strategies were studied for their efficacy in controlling the growth of DSV. These strategies were digging out the plant, pulling out the stalk, cutting the crown beneath the soil surface, and cutting the stalk above the soil surface. While each approach has its benefits and drawbacks, digging the entire plant out of the ground was found to be the most effective in preventing the regrowth of the individual plant. The research is intended to guide student gardeners working in ornamental gardens at the Arboretum and stewardship volunteers working in public parks in non-chemical strategies to be used for controlling DSV. The most effective control efforts should be repeated from year to year, which can result in long-term control of DSV in cultivated gardens and natural areas.
This study has limitations since it was enacted on natural areas that had already been overtaken by DSV, which means that the numbers of plants, seeds, and other species in each plot were not consistently uniform. In a subsequent investigation, standardized, cultivated plots of DSV could be created and different competitive native species could be added to determine the effects of treatments on these combinations.
Learning In The New Digital Era: Are Polytechnic Education Institutions Up For The Challenge? Are Lessons To Be Learnt From Sun Tze's Ancient Text "The Art Of War"
Authors: Ross Cory , Callahan-Nasser Isabelle
Published: May 2024

We are all aware that post-secondary education in Canada and the world is changing. There are ongoing changes to curriculum, programs and delivery methods. The Canadian polytechnic institutions are at the forefront of the change. Like a virus they are undergoing recombination at a rapid rate in order to change with the times. The technological and digital advances coupled with the need for just in time education is reshaping how we think and deliver on the polytechnic promise.
Academic English course for the health sciences: evolution towards a flipped classroom
Authors: Gudex Claire , Pedersen Jude , Kjær Christopher
Published: May 2024

The transition from university face-to-face teaching to blended learning can be challenging. This educational design research study investigated the optimal design for a blended and flipped learning approach to a scientific English course and the impact on student motivation and learning of incorporating pedagogical principles from adult and work-based learning. Using student feedback and teacher reflections, we evaluated three iterative cycles of development from trialling of e-modules in a face-to-face course, to a fully online course, to a blended learning approach with a flipped classroom. We found that student participants were increasingly satisfied over time and conclude that the final course design is the optimal approach for our context. Integrating principles of direct interest from adult learning and involvement of current work supported participant motivation, while self-paced e-modules allowed direct application of new knowledge. Coherence between pre-class, in-class, and post-class activities in the flipped classroom helped ensure relevant learning activities.
Kolofon P24
Authors: Christoffersen Erik Exe
Published: May 2024

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