bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Implementation of biophilic design concept in leisure industry: benefits and challenges
Authors:   Department of Building Economics, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Wickrama W.D.R.P. , Waidyasekara K.G.A.S. , Victar H.C.
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the incorporation of Biophilic Design (BD) into the Leisure Industry (LI), with a focus on its ability to improve human well-being and economic productivity. Biophilia, a fundamental human tendency to form a bond with the natural world, has significant ramifications for architecture and recreation, especially in improving physical, psychological, and cognitive well-being. The study centres on the implementation of BD in LI facilities and assesses its importance, benefits, and challenges. The data was collected through semi-structured interviews to offer an avenue to explore the comprehensive views of 15 BD experts on its implementation in LI through this study. The results indicate that although BD has had positive effects in promoting health and environmental sustainability, there are still obstacles to its widespread adoption due to differing client expectations and a lack of awareness. The study emphasises the importance of increased education and advocacy to successfully incorporate BD principles into the LI, in order to promote a sustainable and health-focused approach to building design and leisure activities
A Simplified guide towards incentivising embodied carbon assessment: a case of high-rise residential building
Authors:   Department of Building Economics, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Sachchithananthan M. , Ramachandra T. , Geekiyanage D. ,   School of Science, Engineering and Environment, University of Salford, UK
Published: September 2024

In recent decades, the increasing threat of global warming has emphasised the importance of reducing carbon emissions within construction sector due to its significant impact. Despite efforts to mitigate climate change, the construction industry faces a critical gap in effectively evaluating the carbon emissions and costing it. The major reasons could be attributed to lack of awareness of carbon performance and commitment, lack of data availability and inconsistent methodologies. Hence, this study aims to develop a simplified guide, as an extension to the typical cost estimation practice towards addressing the above concerns with respect to embodied carbon (EC). This study primarily involved a quantitative assessment of EC emission of a typical high-rise residential building in Sri Lanka. Therefore, BOQ of the selected building and additional information such as material and machinery requirements, EC co-efficient, fuel consumption and transportation distance were obtained from technical specifications, industry practiced norms and databases. Accordingly, the EC emission of the selected building was derived as 873KgCO2/m2 of GFA. Of this, 94% is due to material production stage, while remaining 6% is in transportation and construction stages. Key materials contributed include: paint, cement and reinforcement. The steps followed in deriving the above estimation is presented as a simplified guide that would promote and account the construction clients for the EC emission of their proposed building constructions. By integrating EC assessment (ECA) into the construction cost estimation process, this guide seeks to empower decision-makers to choose among carbon alternatives and aid in carbon taxation in the Sri Lankan context.
Integrating 5d-bim approach optimising quantity calculation efficiency in the Sri Lankan construction industry
Authors:   Department of Building Economics, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Kanimaruthan P. , Kulatunga U. , Thennakoon T.M.P.N.
Published: September 2024

Quantity calculation is a key component of the cost estimation process. Cost consultancy firms encounter various challenges such as higher time consumption, lower accuracy, higher expenditure for employees, and higher stress levels for estimators when conventional methods are practiced for quantity calculation. The drawbacks of quantity calculation with conventional methods can be effectively addressed through the adoption of 5D-Building Information Modelling (BIM) based quantity calculation. 5D-BIM is one of the dimensions of BIM which is beneficial in Quantity Surveying related aspects. Thus, this study aims to investigate the advancements of 5D-BIM that can be brought to the quantification approaches in the Sri Lankan context. Accordingly, a qualitatively based extensive literature synthesis has been conducted to review the concept of 5D BIM, ascertain the problems of conventional quantification methods, identify the key features of 5D BIM-based quantity calculation, and explore how the problems of conventional quantification approaches can be solved by the key features of 5D-Building Information Modelling (BIM) based quantity calculation. Following the qualitative approach, data were collected through eleven semi-structured expert interviews. Experts were selected through purposive sampling followed by snowball sampling. The data analysis was conducted through manual content analysis. Findings revealed context, features of 5D-BIM-based quantity calculation which solve the problems of conventional methods in the Sri Lankan context which includes high time consuming, lesser accuracy, minimal collaboration, inefficient for preliminary stage estimating and inefficient for cost planning with cross-reference to the findings in the literature review. In addition to the findings in the literature review respondents were suggested problems in conventional methods in Sri Lanka and how those problems can be addressed through key features of the 5D-BIM approach.
Mapping global trends in cost of quality dynamics: a bibliometric study
Authors:   Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India, Sharma Nandini , Sood Rhijul , Laishram Boeing
Published: September 2024

In the construction industry, unique projects and complex dynamics pose challenges for maintaining high-quality standards. An inadequate Quality Management System (QMS) can lead to extra costs and delays, highlighting the importance of methodologies such as the Cost of Quality (COQ). Despite extensive knowledge in manufacturing, the construction sector lags in adopting COQ. A systematic review is needed to understand COQ developments in construction, informing better practices and cost reduction strategies. A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) and bibliometric analysis were carried out utilising 27 peer-reviewed papers obtained from the Scopus database. The present study utilises a range of tools, including VOSviewer and Litmaps to facilitate descriptive analysis, bibliometric analysis, and network visualisation. The purpose of this study is to investigate different aspects of the COQ and analyse different patterns and models related to it in the context of the construction industry. The present study systematically presents potential avenues for future research that have been identified in the existing literature.
Mitigation measures for conflicting situations on Indian construction sites
Authors:   Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India, Chauhan Uttam Singh , Saikia Sudarshan , Johari Sparsh
Published: September 2024

This study focuses on conflict in construction workers and the identification of mitigation measures to effectively control conflicts. The Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) technique was used in the study to rank various alternatives by their relative efficacy as viewed by construction industry representatives. Upon initial review of the literature, it became apparent that eight significant conflict areas have been identified: delayed payments, insufficient training, discrimination, inadequate resources, excessive workload, unclear site circumstances, time constraints, and lack of safety measures. There were recommendations in the form of specific and distinct mitigation measures, which have been christened M1 to M11 for the respective areas. These tactics were chosen to ensure that the root causes will be treated sufficiently for several reasons. An offline questionnaire was distributed, and more emphasis was placed on the comparative assessment of the proposed mitigation measures. This had the advantage of providing a holistic view of the efficiency of each method described by construction project managers, site engineers, and safety officials managing sites. From the AHP analysis, training and resource management solutions were rated the highest regarding their effectiveness in conflict management. Considering the above results, the study offers lessons on whom and where to focus preventive measures and interventions to achieve better organisational workplace relations and operational effectiveness in construction settings. This study benefits the construction industry by providing a parameter and source for enhancing the conflict resolution framework and ensuring a safer and more efficient building environment.
Potential of virtual reality (VR) technology for safety training and accident prevention in construction
Authors:   Department of Quantity Surveying, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Sri Lanka, Silva Maheesha , Allis Chamari , De Silva Chanuth
Published: September 2024

The construction industry is inherently risky, with accidents and injuries posing significant challenges to workers' safety and well-being. Traditional safety training methods, while valuable, may have limitations in effectively preparing workers for the complex and hazardous environments they encounter. This study investigates the potential of virtual reality (VR) technology as an innovative approach to safety training and accident prevention in construction. Using a combination of literature review and empirical research, this study examines the effectiveness and feasibility of VR technology in simulating real-life construction scenarios, providing immersive training experiences, and enhancing workers' safety skills. The research explores the current state of VR adoption in safety training programs, identifies barriers to implementation, and proposes strategies for overcoming challenges. Qualitative design was used as the methodology and six industry experts were interviewed under semi-structured interviews. Key findings highlight the promising role of VR technology in improving safety awareness, hazard recognition, and emergency response among construction workers. Additionally, the study underscores the need for comprehensive training programs that integrate VR simulations with traditional methods to maximise effectiveness and engagement. Implications for practice include recommendations for safety training institutes, construction companies, and policymakers to invest in VR technology, develop tailored training modules, and foster a culture of safety consciousness within the industry. The study suggests avenues for future research to explore the long-term impact of VR training on accident rates, worker behaviour, and organisational safety culture. Overall, this research contributes to advancing safety practices in the construction industry by harnessing the potential of VR technology to prevent accidents, mitigate risks, and protect the well-being of workers.
Addressing the skilled professional shortage in Indian sustainable construction: a focus on awareness, education, training, and policy interventions
Authors:   Department of Civil Engineering, Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India, Naganarasimhulu T. , Tawalare A. ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Published: September 2024

The sustainable construction industry is experiencing rapid growth, propelled by the urgent global need to reduce environmental impact and enhance resilience in the built environment. Nevertheless, this expansion is met with a significant deficit of skilled professionals equipped with the necessary knowledge and expertise in sustainable construction practices. This research explores the multifaceted approach required to rectify this shortage, with a primary focus on enhancing awareness and education, addressing training needs, and implementing effective policy interventions. This study begins with the examination of existing literature related to sustainable construction education, training, and current strategies to identify gaps and challenges. The research methodology entails a literature review to identify factors causing skilled professional shortages in construction. Semi-structured interviews with construction professionals follow this to confirm and explore underlying reasons. Transcripts are then analysed using content analysis to extract main themes and sub-themes. Gaining insight into the root causes of skilled shortages and the challenges within sustainable construction guides the development of targeted strategies aimed at attracting more professionals to the field. Proposed strategies for addressing shortages are validated with construction professionals, and conclusions are drawn. This approach not only helps alleviate professional shortages but also fosters sustainable growth within the sector. The findings of the study offer valuable insights for stakeholders, educational institutions, and policymakers, enabling them to enhance their approaches to sustainability in the construction industry.
Zabili nawet dzieci. Historia rodziny Ulmów, męczenników, którzy pomagali Żydom
Authors: Rytel-Andrianik Paweł , Tulli Manuela
Published: September 2024

Książka przedstawia niezwykłą historię rodziny Ulmów, pierwszego przypadku całej rodziny beatyfikowanej przez Kościół katolicki. Ich heroiczny czyn ukrywania Żydów podczas Holokaustu, za który zapłacili własnym życiem, został uhonorowany przez Państwo Izrael najwyższym odznaczeniem – tytułem Sprawiedliwych wśród Narodów Świata. 24 marca 1944 roku Józef i Wiktoria Ulmowie, wraz z szóstką swoich dzieci i siódmym w łonie matki, zostali zamordowani przez Niemców, gdy odkryto, że ukrywają w swoim domu w Markowej trzy żydowskie rodziny. Książka umieszcza męczeństwo Ulmów w szerszym kontekście okrucieństw II wojny światowej. Zainspirowani przypowieścią o Dobrym Samarytaninie, Ulmowie wykazali wyjątkową wierność Ewangelii, ryzykując i ostatecznie poświęcając swoje życie, aby ocalić żydowskich sąsiadów z rodzin Goldmanów, Grünfeldów i Didnerów. Poprzez szczegółową analizę ich życia i środowiska w kontekście ówczesnych wydarzeń, książka podkreśla głębokie dziedzictwo moralne i duchowe rodziny Ulmów, która stała się niezwykłym przykładem odwagi, miłości i niezłomnej wiary.
On the Staffing of Chinese Diplomacy
Authors: Portyakov V. Ya
Published: September 2024

Recent events — the adoption of the “Law on foreign policy", the general significant activation of the People's Republic of China on the world stage, the resignation of the country's Foreign Minister Qin Gang and the return to the leadership of the Foreign Ministry Wang Yi — attract increased attention to Chinese diplomacy today. Meanwhile, this topic has not been fully disclosed in Russian and foreign studies. The main reason is the obvious opacity of the object of analysis. It is unlikely that Chinese diplomacy can be called completely closed, but information about it has to be collected literally bit by bit. The recently published texts by K.M. Barsky and E.V. Zhuravleva are very useful in this regard. Somewhat earlier, the formation of Chinese diplomacy was reviewed by Wang Chunying, a professor at the Diplomatic Academy in Beijing. Among the English-language efforts addressing the problems of Chinese diplomacy, John Garver's monograph "Chinese Quest: The History of International Relations of the People's Republic of China" (2016) should be mentioned. In general, this topic is far from being exhausted and requires further study. Our article examines in detail the features of the initial stage of the formation of the diplomatic personnel corps in the People's Republic of China, analyzes the evolution of forms and methods of training and retraining of Chinese diplomats, the legal regulation of their obligations and rights. The activities of the country's foreign ministers from 1949 to the present (Zhou Enlai, Chen Yi, Ji Pengfei, Qiao Guanhua, Huang Hua, Wu Xueqian, Qian Qichen, Tang Jiaxuan, Li Zhaoxing, Yang Jiechi, Wang Yi, Qin Gang) are briefly described.
Germany`s Approach to the Cooperation with Singapore in the Sphere of Security and Defence in the Early 2020-s
Authors: Trunov Ph. O
Published: September 2024

The article explores the dynamics and results of German-Singaporean dialogue in political and military spheres. The city-state has a great value to Germany as a partner, but the potential had remained largely unclaimed. The article shows the reasons of such situation during the bipolar period and in the 1990s — 2010s. The situation changed in the early 2020s when Germany has started to ensure strategic penetration into the Indo-Pacific region. Unlike the example of the majority of Western democracies in the region (first of all, the USA, Australia and Japan) Singapore has had more balanced position to the containment of China. This approach was close to the cautious one of Germany itself. Common for both sides was interest to fit the interstate dialogue into the EU — ASEAN cooperation. The article explores the features of the contacts on the highest and high (foreign ministers and their deputies) levels, the content of joint statements and negotiation agenda. Since 2021–2022 rather large military exports from Germany (key components were the tanks and submarines) has been supplemented by the troops` cooperation. In 2021 the frigate “Bayern” visited Singapore, and in 2022 it became the temporary base for a group of Luftwaffe aircrafts as part of the Rapid Pacific mission. The article shows the influence of the usage of tanks Leopard 2 in the Ukraine over Singapore`s interest to military-technical cooperation with Germany. In the conclusion general patterns of the dialogue in the sphere of security and defence are presented.
Evolution of Chinese Researchers' Views on the National Interests (from the 1990s till Present)
Authors: Han S.
Published: September 2024

This paper aims to contribute to this relatively under-studied field in China by analyzing the development of the Chinese academia’s definition of national interest. It wasn’t until the early 1990s the concept of national interest grew more popular and garnered the attention of the Chinese academia. During his regime in the 1990s, Jiang Zemin continued to adopt Deng Xiaoping’s policy of prioritizing economic development. But during the Hu Jintao era, Beijing began shifting from Deng and Jiang’s policy of “hide and bide” to the new peaceful development policy, of which forming a stronger diplomatic presence and influence is an important part. As such, some scholars began to argue for the importance for security interests and increasing China’s diplomatic influence, which was later confirmed by the Chinese government to be its national interest through official document. In the Xi Jinping era, new changes in the international arena prompted Xi to call for diplomacy with Chinese characteristics. Two paths laid out in front of Chinese scholars. One was a complete introspection which consisted of searching for China’s national interest purely from its history and from opinions of significant Chinese figures, combining elements of traditional Chinese philosophy. The other was to continue learning from the best practices of other great nations. The theories of Russia scholar Kortunov caught the attention of the Chinese academia. An analysis of the development of China’s national interest theories reveals that China went through discussions on public interest and economic interest, before shifting the narrative back to security and nationalism.
On Some Aspects of the Establishment and Development of Russian-South Korean Military-Political Ties
Authors: Maloletko A. V
Published: September 2024

The article examines the perception of the Russian Federation (Russia, RF) and the Republic of Korea (ROK) of each other in the process of establishment and development of military-political interaction after the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1990. The establishment of a bilateral military dialogue took place in conditions of a fundamental change in the priorities of the USSR's foreign policy since the second half of the 1980s, then the collapse of the country and Russia's assumption of relevant obligations as the legal successor of the Soviet Union. In Moscow, the intention to de-ideologize and abandon the principles of the Cold War period in favor of establishing strong ties with the countries of the "Western camp" prevailed, which put the Republic of Korea among a number of promising partners in Asia. Seoul perceived the Russian Federation from the point of view of beneficial influence on the DPRK, as well as increasing its own importance in the Asian region. The further development of military-political relations showed the presence of a mutual intention towards making the dialogue in this field systematic. However, significant results, for example, in the form of speaking from coordinated positions on key security issues for both countries in the North East Asia or fixing clear long-term goals in bilateral agreements on military cooperation, were not visible. Given the above circumstances, the author made an attempt to analyze the importance that the countries attached to the military-political component of bilateral relations, whether there were grounds to expect the formation of a proper level of trust between them in this area and whether there is a possibility of developing in the future full-fledged military ties, which are currently in an almost frozen state under the influence of external factors.
System of criminal measures procedural coercion: What signs indicate for its existence?
Authors: Rossinskiy Sergey B.
Published: September 2024

The article attempts to consider the entire set of currently existing measures of criminal procedural coercion from the point of view of systems theory, that is, through comparison with the known signs of systematicity: unity, integrity, interconnection of elements, structure and orderliness, hierarchical structure, multiplicity of descriptions, dynamic development. It is noted that the totality of coercive measures provided for criminal justice meets only two of the specified characteristics. At the same time, circumstances are analyzed that prevent the identification of other signs of systematicity in a given set. As a result, the conclusion is formulated that the system of measures of criminal procedural coercion is another, in no way substantiated and unsubstantiated doctrinal myth, which owes its emergence to incorrect legal and technical approaches that imply a desire to group the provisions of the law, regardless of the essence, content and legal the nature of the relevant techniques and procedures.
S.V. Kabyshev. The Constitution of Russia: Traditions of progress (to the 30th anniversary). Moscow: O.E. Kutafin University Publishing Center (MSLA), 2024
Authors: Mazaev Vladimir D.
Published: September 2024

The review draws attention to the originality of S. V. Kabyshev’s work “The Constitution of Russia: traditions of progress (to the 30th anniversary)”. In particular, the reviewed monograph presents six independent topics in the general context of the interpretation of value categories and directions both in the science of Constitutional Law and in the general process of constitutional regulation of public relations: 1) continuity and dialogue in the constitutional and legal development of Russia; 2) the place and role of Russian constitutional law in the system of national jurisprudence; 3) constitutional ideology as a guarantee of sovereign development; 4) human rights in the constitutional system: a dialogue on prospects; 5) the constitutional formula of Russian legal education; 6) the Constitution of Russia, scientifically-technological progress and spatial and territorial development.
Review on Conservation Approach Study of Largest Mangrove Ecosystem as the Mitigation of Climate Change
Authors: Barua Prabal , Chowdhury Sadika Sultana , Mitra Abhijit
Published: September 2024

Bangladesh’s complicated socioeconomic background serves as an example of the 21st-century worldwide environmental challenges. With a land area of 10,200 km2, the ‘Sundarbans’ is the world’s biggest mangrove forest, a hotspot for biodiversity, and home to several rare or endangered birds, reptiles, and mammals. Issues with biodiversity and climate change are linked here. Bangladesh and India share this important carbon sink ecosystem downstream of the Ganges Brahmaputra Meghna River complex. The Sundarbans are extremely beneficial to the local population because they produce beeswax, honey, and an abundance of seafood. They also prevent saltwater intrusion onto arable land, accumulate sediment as sea levels rise, and lessen the effects of seasonal droughts and monsoon floods. The mangrove is the main source of food and money for a large number of the impoverished residents that live in and around this forest, mostly from farming and fishing. The negative effects of climate change are becoming more and more evident. Preserving this worldwide treasure is of utmost importance; nevertheless, how can this forest be sustained over the long haul? In order to ensure the effective conservation of this globally significant ecosystem in the context of climate mitigation, this paper evaluates the advantages of the Sundarbans ecosystem’s good ecosystem function and lays out an integrated approach at the national (Bangladesh), bi-national (India-Bangladesh), and regional (with all countries of the Sundarbans river catchment system) levels.
Increase in Paleoproductivity Driven by Strengthening of Indian Summer Monsoon During Past ~14kyrs: Evidenced by Biogenic Silica Accumulation Rates at Southeastern Arabian Sea
Authors: Palanisamy Arunkarthik , Veeran Yoganandan , Alagudurai Sivachandiran , Balasubramaniyan Monisha
Published: September 2024

We analysed the BSi (Biogenic Silica) contents of the marine core SK-313/1 from the southeastern Arabian Sea which is dated up to ~14.5 kyr BP. Results show that the maximum and minimum BSi contents are 2.5 and 0.5%, respectively. This is because of the low supply of silica skeleton and the high dissolution and dilution of terrigenous materials. The BSi mass accumulation rates indicate a trend of reduced paleoproductivity during the late Glacial period and increase during the Holocene, with global climatic shifts. Insolation changes at low latitudes, which regulate temperatures, may affect nutrient availability and, consequently productivity variations on a glacial–interglacial timescale. Notably, millennial events like the Younger Dryas (YD) periods, exhibited lower paleoproductivity, in contrast to the Bølling/Allerød (B-A) period and the middle Holocene, which displayed elevated levels of paleoproductivity. These millennial-scale fluctuations in siliceous productivity may be due to the changes in nutrient supply caused by the Indian summer monsoon (ISM). The period of increased paleoproductivity could be influenced by intensified chemical weathering and a boosted nutrient supply, which are consequences of the strengthened ISM during periods of relatively higher temperature.
Work-related neck pain and its association with postural and ergonomic factors among Pakistani professional drivers
Authors: Tariq Tayyaba , Kashif Muhammad , Ayaz Jahanara , Ijaz Muhammad Muneeb , Javed Ayesha , Adeel Arshad Muhammad , Ghaffar Tamjeed
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND: Professional drivers are most likely to experience work-related neck pain due to awkward sitting positions for extended periods of time. Globally, millions of people depend on drivers who dedicate their lives to the craft. However, there is a paucity of data available on professional drivers suffering from neck pain or other musculoskeletal pain in Pakistan. OBJECTIVE: To investigate the prevalence of neck pain and its association with postural and ergonomic factors among Pakistani professional drivers. METHODS: This was a cross-sectional study conducted from January to June 2022 among 369 professional drivers located in Faisalabad, Pakistan. The data were collected by using a questionnaire comprising different sections, including personal, postural and ergonomic factors among drivers. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) 25 was used for data entry and analysis. RESULTS: The mean age of the participants was 40.83±9.27 years. Among the 369 participants, 129 reported neck pain. The period and point prevalence of neck pain were 35% (n = 129) and 31% (n = 115), respectively. Professional drivers reported a significant association between habitual forward posture and head–neck posture (p = 0.000) and between habitual forward posture and trunk posture (p = 0.000) with neck pain. In addition, ergonomics training (p = 0.002), ergonomics awareness (p = 0.002), and mobile use while driving (p = 0.000) were significantly associated with neck pain. CONCLUSION: This study revealed that drivers have greater period prevalence of neck pain than point prevalence. Moreover, this study revealed that age, BMI, lifestyle, health status, medication use, and smoking habits were associated with neck pain in drivers. Drivers who had ergonomic training and awareness were significantly less likely to suffer from lower neck pain. Drivers with a habitual forward posture are more likely to suffer from neck pain than are drivers with a prone posture.
The impact of Covid-19 on support teams
Authors: Faraco Raquel Malheiros , Broberg Ole , Duarte Francisco José De Castro Moura
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND: This paper investigates the pandemic remote work impacts and learning on onshore teams that support offshore activities. Wells construction and maintenance involve unpredictabilities, requiring support teams to help the crew onboard the rig to adapt the operations to the reality of the well. Ergonomics and Human Factors (E/HF) literature presented the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic remote work on knowledge workers’ health and well-being. Still, it lacked studies on the impacts on work activities of the industrial sector. OBJECTIVE: Since safety knowledge is continuously and collectively developed in the experts’ day-to-day work activities, the research objective is to identify the impacts and learnings of remote work on the support teams’ safety knowledge management. METHODS: The Ergonomic Work Analysis (EWA) guided the problem understanding, activities observations, and data analysis. The Work System Model (WSM) was the framework for systematizing data from 117 interviews. RESULTS: The results indicate a significant reduction in interactions during the pandemic, making information and safety knowledge sharing more challenging and weakening team members’ cooperation. However, no impact on performance was reported. Working from home reduced interruptions and increased focus, facilitating individual tasks. CONCLUSIONS: The research identifies collective and individual strategies developed by the team to cope with remote work. The findings confirm Management Literature findings on reducing interaction, hampering nonverbal communication, and increasing the amount of data. However, communication applications used during the pandemic have expanded rapidly, allowing faster access to team members, improving connectivity onshore/offshore, and making it a valuable legacy of the COVID-19 lockdown.
Corporate Investment, Financial Structure and Debt Maturity: New Evidence from Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alnori Faisal
Published: September 2024

There are twofold objectives in this study. The first is to examine the role of financial leverage in explaining corporate investment decisions. The second aim is to investigate the impact of corporate debt maturity structure on corporate investment levels. The sample used consists of listed non-financial firms operating in Saudi Arabia over the years 2011-2022 and the method applied is the dynamic Generalised method of moments (GMM). In contrast to the prevailing inverse relationship between leverage and corporate investment, the present study finds that financial leverage increases Saudi-listed corporation investment which does not support the agency theory views that leverage restricts firms’ investment and does not accept the disciplinary role of leverage on firms’ managers. Further, the study finds no evidence that debt maturity structure impacts corporate investment decisions. It is concluded that financial leverage has more impact on corporate investment than debt maturity. Important implications are offered to corporate managers, investors, and lenders.
The Determinants of Shariah Banks’ Capital Structure
Authors: Rehan Raja , Khan Muhammad Asghar , Fu Guo Hong , Sa’ad Auwal Adam , Irshad Auroob
Published: September 2024

This study is an endeavor to identify key significant determinants of capital structure for Shariah-tagged banks.  A total of 47 Shariah banks' nine years i.e. from 2013 to 2021 Balance Panel Data is used. The leverage ratio is nominated as a dependent variable, whereas, liquidity, return on assets, gross domestic product, return on equity, tangibility, growth, size, and capital adequacy ratio are designated as explanatory variables. The Panel Data Static model and Dynamic model via the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) are executed. The results specify that liquidity, gross domestic product, tangibility, lagged dependent variable, and profitability i.e. measured by return on equity are positively significant determinants. Besides, the significant lagged variable, tangibility, liquidity, and existence of SOA infer the significance of the Dynamic Trade-off theory. Based on the identified significant determinants, the policymakers can develop similar policies to formulate the capital structure of whole Shariah banks.
Pengaruh Literasi Keuangan dan Pengelolaan Keuangan Terhadap Perilaku Konsumtif Mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomika dan Bisnis Universitas Perwira Purbalingga
Authors: Akbar Desta , Shella Rizqi Amelia  , Aning Fitriana
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif deskriptif yang dilatarbelakangi oleh data observasi awal yang menunjukkan adanya perilaku konsumtif di mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomika dan Bisnis. Menindaklanjuti hal tersebut maka peneliti melakukan penelitian terkait perilaku konsumtif dengan tujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh literasi keuangan dan pengelolaan keuangan terhadap perilaku konsumtif mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomika dan Bisnis Universitas Perwira Purbalingga. Seluruh mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomika dan Bisnis UNPERBA yang aktif merupakan populasi yang kemudian ditarik sampel sejumlah 70 dengan rumus slovin. Dalam melakukan analisis data digunakan analisis regresi linear berganda pada software SPSS 26 yang bersumber dari data primer berupa angket dengan skala likert. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa secara parsial, literasi keuangan tidak berpengaruh terhadap perilaku konsumtif mahasiswa dan pengelolaan keuangan tidak berpengaruh terhadap perilaku konsumtif. Secara simultan, literasi keuangan dan pengelolaan keuangan tidak berpengaruh terhadap perilaku konsumtif mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomika dan Bisnis Universitas Perwira Purbalingga. Meskipun literasi keuangan dan pengelolaan keuangan tidak memberikan pengaruh terhadap perilaku konsumtif, dapat disimpulkan bahwa dilihat dari hasil angket literasi keuangan dan pengelolaan keuangan dikategorikan baik, sehingga tidak menimbulkan adanya perilaku konsumtif yang tinggi pada mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomika dan Bisnis UNPERBA.
Analisa Kewenangan Debt Collector dalam Penagihan Hutang Menurut Putusan MA Nomor 356 K/Pdt/207
Authors: Ekawati Dian , Prayitno Isnu Harjo , Hadi Abdul
Published: September 2024

Secara yuridis permasalahan penagihan tunggakan utang dapat dilakukan melalui upaya hukum yang berada dalam kewenangan lembaga peradilan. lembaga peradilan yang menangani perkara sebagaimana tersebut di atas dapat memberikan teguran kepada masyarakat yang tidak melunasi utangnya melalui cara dan mekanisme sesuai peraturan perundang-undangan bahkan juga melakukan penyitaan barang jaminan berupa benda bergerak (conservatoir beslag) dan benda tidak bergerak. (revindicatoir beslag). Hal ini dianggap sebagai bentuk kerja pengadilan sebagai Debt Collector sebagai penopang kekuasaan negara yang ada dibaliknya. Namun seiring berjalannya waktu, ketidakefektifan dan efisiensi lembaga peradilan dalam upaya hukum terkait dengan proses wanprestasi atau perbuatan melawan hukum yang dilakukan debitur dirasa tidak seimbang dengan kepastian hukum. orang-orang tertentu yang lebih dikenal oleh masyarakat disebut Debt Collector. Dalam kasus Standard Charter Bank yang menyebabkan nasabah kartu kredit merasa diteror oleh debt collector dan akhirnya menggugatnya ke pengadilan. Dengan adanya Putusan Mahkamah Agung Nomor 3192 K/Pdt/2012 tanggal 3 Oktober 2013, akhirnya menjatuhkan sanksi kepada Standard Chartered Bank. Salah satu alasan Mahkamah adalah Pasal 17 B Peraturan Bank Indonesia Nomor 14/2/PBI/2012 tentang Perubahan Atas Peraturan Bank Indonesia Nomor 11/11/PBI/2009 tentang Penyelenggaraan Kegiatan Alat Pembayaran Dengan Menggunakan Kartu, yang mana Tergugat telah melanggar. Kemudian Peraturan Kaporli (perkap) Nomor 8 Tahun 2011 yang diterbitkan pada tanggal 22 Juni 2011 adalah untuk mengamankan eksekusi jaminan fidusia, Putusan Mahkamah Konstitusi Nomor 18/PUU-XVII/2019 pada dasarnya melarang Debt Collector untuk melakukan penarikan paksa objek Fidusia. jaminan dari kemacetan lalu lintas yang dikreditkan dan mengatur tentang tata cara pengambilalihan objek jaminan fidusia yang baik beserta sanksi hukum apabila peraturan tersebut dilanggar.
Keamanan dan Pertahanan dari Aspek Sistem Keamanan Nasional Indonesia (Security and Defense from The Aspect of Indonesia's National Security System)
Authors: Puspitasari Isti , Triadi Irwan
Published: September 2024

Ketahanan nasional adalah keadaan suatu negara yang selalu berubah dan melindungi semua aspek kehidupannya dari ancaman. Pertahanan dan keamanan negara, masyarakat, dan individu adalah bagian dari ketahanan nasional. Pada saat ini, para ilmuwan telah memberikan beberapa definisi yang berkaitan dengan konsep keamanan dan pertahanan. Sangat penting untuk memahami berbagai ancaman dan kesulitan yang ada di bidang keamanan dan pertahanan saat ini. Selain itu, penting juga untuk menjelaskan bagaimana penelitian tentang ketahanan nasional sebanding dengan penelitian tentang pembentukan sistem keamanan nasional di negara lain. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Metode ini bergantung pada penelusuran literatur dan wawancara. Selain itu, penelitian ini menyelidiki jenis masalah yang umum di Indonesia. Beberapa di antaranya adalah ketidaksetaraan terhadap perbedaan dan masalah perbatasan, agama, kebangsaan, ras, dan golongan (SARA), ketidakadilan dalam reformasi birokrasi, kekurangan polisi, dan tingginya tingkat kriminalitas dan kejahatan transnasional. Peraturan yang mengatur keamanan dan perlindungan, serta ide, lembaga, dan konstitusi yang digunakan, membedakannya. Kemampuannya dalam melindungi dan memelihara keamanan sangat penting bagi kedaulatan suatu negara, seperti yang ditunjukkan oleh pasal tersebut.
Mewujudkan Efektivitas Penegakan Hukum Perjudian Online di Indonesia
Authors: Dedi Aringga Rino , El Walad Meuraksa M. Amin
Published: September 2024

Perjudian online merupakan fenomena yang semakin merajalela di Indonesia, dengan dampak negatif yang meluas terhadap individu dan masyarakat. Artikel ini mengeksplorasi tantangan dalam penegakan hukum terhadap perjudian online di Indonesia dan menyajikan strategi untuk meningkatkan efektivitas penegakan hukum. Melalui tinjauan literatur, analisis kasus, dan pembelajaran yang diperoleh, artikel ini menyimpulkan bahwa penguatan kerjasama antarinstansi, peningkatan kesadaran masyarakat, dan pengembangan teknologi penegakan hukum menjadi kunci dalam menghadapi tantangan tersebut.
UPAYA PENINGKATAN PENGETAHUAN TENTANG HIPERTENSI MELALUI PENDIDIKAN KESEHATAN DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS CIKONENG
Authors: Marliany Heni , Ali Rahman Irpan , Muhamad Guntur Rizal , Rosmiati  , Jajuk
Published: September 2024

Tujuan: Hipertensi merupakan salah satu masalah kesehatan yang signifikan di seluruh dunia, terutama di negara berkembang termasuk Indonesia, di mana prevalensi hipertensi selalu meningkat setiap tahunnya. Hipertensi tidak dapat disembuhkan, namun dapat dikendalikan dengan upaya peningkatan pengetahuan penderita melalui pendidikan kesehatan Maka dari itu penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana peningkatan pengetahuan tentang hipertensi melalui pendidikan kesehatan di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Cikoneng.
Metode: penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian kuantitatif dengan rancangan penelitian pre experimental design type one group pre-post test design. Teknik pengambilan sampel dalam peneltian ini menggunakan quota sampling yaitu sebanyak 95 orang responden. Instrumen penelitian menggunakan kuesioner dan data dianalisis dengan wilcoxon-test.
Hasil: hasil penelitian berdasarkan uji Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test menunjukkan bahwa H_0 ditolak dan H_a diterima dengan nilai Asymp. Sig. (2-tailed) = 0.000 < 0.05.
Simpulan: terdapat peningkatan pengetahuan tentang hipertensi melalui pendidikan kesehatan di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Cikoneng.
Modern Techniques of Developing Students’ Emotional Intelligence
Authors: Pinich I.
Published: September 2024

Introduction. The evolving role of social, emotional, and ethical learning (SEEL) necessitates the growth of its stakeholders in Ukrainian higher educational institutions. The lack of consistency and continuity in SEEL from secondary basic education to higher education calls for effective strategies to bridge the gap. Purpose. This article aims to investigate current trends for strategically organizing SEEL and to provide an inventory of optimal tools for its implementation in Ukrainian higher educational institutions. The objectives are outlined as follows: 1) provide an overview of world and UkrainianSEEL practices; 2) outline existing strategies for cultivating students’ social, emotional, and ethical competencies (SEEC); 3) analyze and classify modern Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) techniques for SEEC development and emotional intelligence (EI) cultivation. Methods. The paper relieson general scientific methods, such as synthesis, analysis, classification, and definition. Results. Empirical data gathered during the author’s online teaching of the elective Modern Linguistics of Emotions: An Integral Approach suggest that exposure to theoretical linguistic material on emotional communicationenhances students’ awareness of culturally specific emotion manifestation patterns. CLIL technologies are proven to facilitate competencies in emotion recognition and granulation, based on the linguistic skills of Qualitative Emotion Analysis (QEA). Conclusions. Efforts for students’ SEEC developmentare supported by two major SEEL strategies: a stand-alone and an integral approach. The stand-alone strategy directly addresses SEEC issues by specialized training staff. The integral perspective considers competency development through interactive and reflective practices embedded in various disciplines.CLIL is identified as an efficient technology for integrating SEEL into higher educational programs.
Features of Building Pedagogical System of Professional Orientation for Future Specialists in Agricultural Sector in Higher Education Institutions
Authors: Kolesnyk V.
Published: September 2024

Introduction. This article addresses a key issue in training prospective specialists in the agricultural industry. Based on a review of scientific literature, it highlights the nuances of designing a pedagogical system for professional orientation of these specialists. Purpose. The article aims to explore the scientific aspects of developing a pedagogical system for the professional orientation of agricultural sector students in higher education institutions. Methods. The reliability and scientific validity of the research results is ensured by the theoretical-methodological and methodical justification of the research, the comprehensive use of methodological tools. Results. The article emphasizes criteria for evaluating the pedagogical process, including need-motivational, operational-activity, and “I-concept” criteria, and their specific indicators. Key components of the pedagogical system are discussed, such as professional information, counselling, and recommendations about future career prospects. The study also assesses students’ suitability for agricultural professions based on psychological, psychophysiological, and physical attributes, focusing on their stable personal state, worldview, needs, motivations, and goals related to land-based work. It identifies main criteria for students’ readiness to choose their profession and offers recommendations for developing a pedagogical system for future agrarian specialists. Conclusion. It is noted that the effectiveness of a pedagogical system for professional orientation of prospective specialists in the agricultural sector is enhanced when implemented from the first year, incorporating professional diagnosis, selection, and adaptation to support accurate and motivated career self-determination in higher education.
From Pixels to Predictions : Leveraging CNNs for Timely Ischemic Stroke Detection
Authors: Arnav Yadav  , Hem Mehta  , Mahen Shah
Published: September 2024

Early detection of ischemic stroke is crucial for optimal patient outcomes. This research presents a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) model developed using Python libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Keras, and TensorFlow for the accurate identification of isYPchemic stroke. The model was trained and evaluated on a publicly available dataset of medical images. Through meticulous data preprocessing, augmentation, and model optimization, the CNN achieved a remarkable success rate of over 90% in distinguishing ischemic stroke cases from healthy controls. This study demonstrates the potential of deep learning in developing a robust and efficient clinical decision support tool for the timely diagnosis of ischemic stroke.
Peripheral Serum AMH Level Reflects the Size of the Follicle Pool in a Mouse Model Study
Authors: Suratih Ni Made Desy , Wiweko Budi , Maidarti Mila , Wuyung Puspita Eka , Jusuf Ahmad Aulia , Louisa Melva , Kekalih Aria
Published: September 2024

Objective: This is to compare peripheral and central serum levels of Anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) in experimental animals for predicting ovarian reserve.
Methods: This is an experimental study involving 20 female Sprague-Dawley rats aged 8–10 weeks with normal estrus cycles as the young control group and 5 female rats aged 28–30 weeks as the old control group (n = 5/group): the young control group, the old control group, the 1x cisplatin group, the 2x cisplatin group, and the 3x cisplatin group. After treatment, tissue collection, histological staining, and blood collection through the retro-orbital bleeding (ROB) and heart were performed. Subsequently, measurements of ovarian weight, follicle counting, and levels of AMH and Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) were conducted.Results: The serum AMH levels from ROB in the young control, 1x cisplatin, 2x cisplatin, 3x cisplatin, and the old control groups were 1151, 1818, 2782.96, 1381.352, and 1544 ng/mL, respectively. Cisplatin 2x group was significantly (p<0.005) higher compared to the young control. The average concentrations of serum AMH in the ROB and heart were higher in the 2x cisplatin group compared to the other groups. Meanwhile, cisplatin 3x group decreased in level due to the burn out phenomenon.
Conclusion: AMH is a preferred marker compared to FSH. Blood collection through the ROB is considered a less invasive alternative technique in the treatment group, requiring serial observation.
Keywords: AMH, follicle pool, ovarian aging, ROB