bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Incisional lumbar hernias: Current role of laparoscopic approach with intraperitoneal onlay mesh procedure
Authors: Giacosa Germán A , Rodríguez Martín , Juárez Álvaro , Begnis Santiago S , Tabares Álvaro
Published: February 2024

PURPOSE:

Lumbar incisional hernias are a defect of the posterolateral region on the abdominal wall that originated from previous surgical incisions in the area. A surgical approach is challenging due to low incidence and the lack of enough publications on the topic, which generates controversies among surgeons. The purpose of this paper is to show our laparoscopic approach experience using the intraperitoneal onlay mesh (IPOM) and IPOM Plus procedures for the treatment of lumbar incisional hernias.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

This was a retrospective descriptive study, including 10 patients with lumbar/posterolateral incisional hernias, diagnosed by computerized tomography scan and surgically treated with the IPOM laparoscopic technique in one case and IPOM Plus in nine cases from 2014 to 2021. Demographic data and baseline characteristics of enrolled patients were assessed, as well as perioperative data, surgical time, length of hospital stay, and recurrence during an average 38.6-month follow-up.

RESULTS:

In the series assessed, the defect size ranged between 24 and 72 cm2, with mean longitudinal and transversal diameters of 7.9 and 5.8 cm, respectively. The surgery lasted 120–180 min. There were no cases of conversion or intraoperative visceral lesions. Nine patients were discharged on an average of 37.8 ± 8.9 h after admission, and one patient stayed for 64 h due to extra analgesic demand. Postoperative morbidity was a case of hematoma. There was one case of recurrence.

CONCLUSION:

The results of our experience have shown the benefits of the laparoscopic approach with the IPOM Plus method for the treatment of lumbar incisional hernias, including short hospital stays and low incidence of postoperative complications. Accordingly, this mainstream technique, which has shown good outcomes both in the short and the long term, appears to be a simple and safe procedure.
A Study of the Usefulness of Tissue Doppler Imaging for the Diagnosis of Coronary Artery Disease in Patients with Left Bundle Branch Block
Authors: Imamuddin Syed , Srinivas Ravi , Parvathareddy Krishna Malakonda Reddy , Nagula Praveen , Suneetha K. , Ganesh M
Published: February 2024

Background:

In patients with left bundle branch block (LBBB), the diagnosis of ischemia by noninvasive modalities is cumbersome. Most of them such as stress tests, nuclear imaging, and magnetic resonance imaging have limitations in the detection of ischemia in this subset. The postsystolic motion (PSM) during the isovolumetric relaxation period on tissue Doppler imaging (TDI) is a sensitive and specific marker of ischemia. We aimed to see whether the TDI parameters can detect coronary artery disease (CAD) in patients with LBBB.

Materials and Methods:

Patients with LBBB (n = 64) who underwent coronary angiography were divided into two groups. Group A (n = 30) included patients with left anterior descending (LAD) artery stenosis of ≥70%, and group B (n = 34) included patients without LAD stenosis. All patients underwent TDI and various myocardial tissue velocity parameters were analyzed to detect the presence of CAD. P < 0.05 was considered significant.

Results:

The TDI of the mid-interventricular septum showed a higher delayed amplitude of PSM (>100 ms after aortic valve closure), lower myocardial systolic (Sm), and early diastolic (Em) velocities, and a higher late diastolic (Am) velocity in group A when compared to group B (all were significant, P < 0.0001). Both the ratios Sm/PSM and Em/Am were significantly lower in group A compared to group B (P < 0.0001). On receiver operating characteristic curve analysis to predict the presence of significant LAD stenosis, the value of Sm/PSM ratio <0.8 showed the best combination of sensitivity (78%) and specificity (96%) with an area under the curve of 0.936.

Conclusion:

TDI, a noninvasive imaging modality, is reliable and effective in identifying myocardial ischemia in patients with LBBB.
Microbiological Profile of Diabetic Foot Ulcer Patients in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Kerala
Authors: Joseph Jithin , Khan M. H. Firoz , Mohan L. Raj , Safwan Mohamad
Published: February 2024

Introduction:

One of the major complications of diabetes mellitus is diabetic foot ulcer (DFU). Fifteen percent of diabetes mellitus patients develop DFUs and 84% of foot amputations. The present study was carried out to determine the aerobic bacterial isolates cultured from diabetic foot infections and their susceptibility to commonly used antibiotics.

Aim:

The aim of this study was to determine the aerobic bacterial isolates cultured from diabetic foot infections and their susceptibility to commonly used antibiotics.

Materials and Methods:

We conducted a prospective observational study involving 104 patients with DFUs, who attended the general surgery/endocrinology outpatient department of our institution over 18 months.

Results:

This study showed that the most common organisms present in diabetic foot infections were Gram-negative aerobes, which accounted for 73.4%, while Gram-positive was 26%. Pseudomonas aeruginosa (20.1%) was the most predominant single organism isolated from the ulcer, followed by Klebsiella pneumonia and Escherichia coli (15.6% each). Staphylococcus aureus (7.8%) was the most common Gram-positive infective bacteria in DFU. Pseudomonas showed high sensitivity towards cefepime (93.3%), amikacin (93.6%), meropenem (89.7%) and piperacillin-tazobactam (83.9%) and low resistance towards ceftazidime (6.9%). In the current study, K. pneumonia showed good sensitivity towards meropenem (81.8%), amikacin and imipenem (70% each). One of the most important observations was the high resistance rate towards ertapenem (63.6%) and cefepime (60%). E. coli showed 100% sensitivity towards amikacin; it also had good sensitivity towards meropenem (89.5%) and imipenem (87.5%). Proteus species showed 100% sensitivity towards piperacillin-tazobactam, amikacin and meropenem, while an alarming rate of resistance towards imipenem (71.4%). Enterococcus spp. was 100% sensitive to amikacin, vancomycin and linezolid. S. aureus was 100% sensitive to cloxacillin, cefuroxime and ceftriaxone, and also showed 66.7% sensitivity to clindamycin. We also found that all the patients with methicillin-resistant S. aureus in diabetic foot infection wound swabs were 100% sensitive to vancomycin, linezolid and teicoplanin.

Conclusion:

Appropriate management of DFU is of paramount importance as it can prevent limb amputation and even sometimes potentially life-threatening limb complications. Isolation of microbial agents and determination of the sensitivity/resistance of different antimicrobial drugs are vital for the in-hospital management of these patients. The development of multi-drug resistance can be prevented by the institution of an appropriate antibiotic regimen.
Selective plication and grading of plication for correction of torsion in superior oblique palsy
Authors: Rao Sonali , Raghunandan Nithya
Published: February 2024

Acquired palsy of the trochlear nerve has been associated with closed-head injuries. We report the case of a 33-year-old male patient, who presented with complaints of torsional diplopia in the straight gaze which increased in the down gaze following head trauma. After a detailed ophthalmic evaluation, the patient was diagnosed with bilateral superior oblique (SO) palsy causing torsional diplopia. To counteract excyclotorsion, we have plicated the anterior one-third of the fibers of the SO in both eyes. Postoperatively, the patient was diplopia free and orthophoric, which maintained up to 3-month follow-up. Correction of excyclotorsion by selective plication of anterior fibers of the SO has already been reported in literature. However, the amount of plication to be performed for various degrees of torsion has not been appropriately described in the previously reported articles. We aim to improve the efficacy of plication anterior fibers of the SO by objective gradation.
J1939 Digital Annex
Authors:   Truck Bus Control and Communications Network Committee
Published: February 2024

This document is intended to supplement the SAE J1939 documents by offering the SAE J1939 information in a form that can be sorted and search for easier use.
Understanding reference points to make purchase decisions: overview, phases, and time-features
Authors: Tarnanidis Theodore
Published: February 2024

The examination of reference hasn’t been examined thoroughly from the domain of consumer decision-making process, as in the literature; there is a lack of research to examine the use of reference points in a wider variety of attributes, targeted to specific decision-making sequences. As such, the current research introduces a new approach on trying to examine the effects of reference points (RPs) on consumer buying decision process that rely on three time frame dimensions, ex-ante, ex-interium and ex-post. The methodology that has been adopted is a case study analysis following the principles of Bayesian analysis that tries to bring out the effects of reference points in the consumer purchasing decision process. The findings show that consumers' preferences for reference points are established and structured throughout the entire buying decision process, and can be modified based on potential signals and biased approaches. We are prompted to examine the crafting of RPs beyond their physical or tangible attributes due to these implications. Knowledge of the consumers’ assessment, about the use of the triangle framework of reference points, could be effectively used by different policy makers, in order to promote and guide consumers in a more efficient way. As a result, there are now many possibilities for casual modeling practice in the future.
Leveraging beauty pageants for brand exposure: An analysis of sponsorships and advertising opportunities in Philippine pageantry
Authors: Guillen Nelson
Published: February 2024

This quantitative research examines how beauty pageant sponsorships impact brand exposure and brand equity among Filipino consumers. A survey (n=450) measured unaided and aided brand recall, attitudes, and purchase intent based on exposure to real and simulated pageant sponsorships. Results demonstrated significantly higher recall for sponsored brands compared to non-sponsored brands (unaided 67% vs 23%; aided 93% vs 62%). Brand attitudes were more positive for sponsored brands, especially on attributes like prestige and reputation. Purchase intent also increased for brands aligned with cultural values. Overall, findings show that pageant sponsorships are an effective marketing platform for increasing brand awareness, enhancing brand image, and driving consumer behavior. Associating with events like Miss Universe Philippines provides branding opportunities in the Philippines, given pageantry's prominent role in popular culture. However, marketers must authentically connect sponsorships to local values. This empirical research quantifies pageantry's impact on key branding metrics like awareness, image, and purchase intent. It highlights the importance of strategic alignment with socio-cultural meanings. Marketers can leverage these consumer-focused metrics and quantitative approaches to optimize sponsorship strategy. Further research could build on this framework to expand evidence on pageants' marketing potential across developing contexts.
Green marketing and its impact on consumer buying behavior in city of Muntinlupa, Philippines. Part I.
Authors: Costales Maria
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this paper is to provide a comprehensive literature review of green marketing, eco-friendly products, and green consumers aims to give information about the effect of green marketing on customers purchasing behaviors. First of all, environment and environmental problems, one of the reasons why green marketing emerged, are mentioned, and then the concepts of green marketing and green consumer are explained. These days, green marketing businesses are significantly helping our environment in a competition with the other products in terms of producing eco-friendly products. Being eco-friendly comes up with how you will sell it in the market nowadays. The problem seeks to understand green marketing and its impact on consumers buying behavior in city of Muntinlupa. The researcher came up with a solution to easily attain objectives by gathering enough data through quantitative research, which allows the study to collect information from prospects through a set of Questions via an online survey that was a self-made validated questionnaire. For the sampling technique and size, researcher also used the quota sampling method to complete the 65 out of 100 participants which are based on G*Power analysis from ages 18-45 years’ old who are residents in city of Muntinlupa. According to the results of the research analysis, the environmental awareness, green product features, green promotion activities and green price affect green purchasing behaviors of the consumers conclusively. The demographic characteristics have an average effect on the representation, that brand strategies like product, price, and promotion have a significant relationship with consumers buying behaviors in city of Muntinlupa.
Coyuntura de las sesiones de tomografías. Inducción y conceptos relevantes
Authors: Palomino Salcedo Karen Juliza , Maravi Cardenas Alvaro José , Rivera Aquije Daniel André , Zevallos Aquije Axel Javier
Published: February 2024

La evolución de las técnicas de tomografía ha constituido un fascinante recorrido en el ámbito de la medicina diagnóstica, desde los fundamentos matemáticos propuestos por Johann Radon en la década de 1920 para la tomografía por rayos X convencional, hasta los avances innovadores de Hounsfield y Cormack en la década de 1970, que dieron origen a la tomografía computarizada (TC). Hoy en día, la tomografía ha transformado la práctica médica, permitiendo diagnósticos rápidos y precisos en diversas áreas, desde la medicina general hasta especialidades como oncología y neurología. La integración con la inteligencia artificial personaliza los estudios radiológicos, detecta precozmente anomalías y mejora la eficiencia en la interpretación de imágenes médicas. Aunque persisten desafíos como la radiación, las perspectivas futuras auguran un crecimiento continuo respaldado por avances tecnológicos y más atención a la detección temprana de enfermedades. En Perú, el acceso a la tomografía varía y hay desafíos económicos y técnicos. A pesar de esto, la innovación tecnológica reduce la radiación, mejora la resolución y permite la integración de la inteligencia artificial, lo que transforma la práctica médica hacia una atención más personalizada.
¿La cultura tributaria es la clave para reducir la informalidad en Chimbote? Un camino hacia la formalización
Authors: Pinedo Ruiz Eduar Enderson , Sanchez Bonifacio Carol Antonia , Cancharí Preciado Miguel Angel , Domínguez Moreno Miguel Angel , Chervellini Orbegozo Fiorella Manuela , Mendoza Aguilar de Miranda Cecilia Celeste
Published: February 2024

¿La cultura tributaria es la clave para reducir la informalidad en Chimbote?, la cultura tributaria puede ser un factor importante para reducir la informalidad laboral. Cuando las personas tienen una cultura tributaria positiva, están más dispuestas a pagar sus impuestos, incluso si trabajan en la informalidad. El libro también destaca la importancia de la cultura tributaria para una economía estable, además la informalidad es un problema importante que afecta a la economía de Chimbote. Los trabajadores informales tienen un nivel de cultura tributaria más bajo que los trabajadores formales. Esto se debe a que no reciben una buena educación tributaria ni una buena orientación y difusión tributaria por parte del Estado. El texto proporciona una panorámica detallada de la dinámica en el comercio formal e informal, destacando aspectos cruciales que van más allá de las estadísticas. A través de narrativas concretas y ejemplos palpables, este libro brinda una visión íntima del sector comercio en Chimbote. Este estudio detallado y perspicaz proporciona una visión única y valiosa para una buena educación financiera y tributaria.
Autoeficacia emprendedora y estilos de aprendizaje. Un estudio local
Authors: Troya Palomino David , Dextre Palacios Nora Manuela , Díaz Saavedra Robin Alexander , Espinoza Dextre David Nicolás , García Hidalgo Kerry Lewis , Horna Rodríguez Richard Foster , Panduro Torres Ruth Esmeralda , Soto Arévalo Rafael
Published: February 2024

El objetivo de este libro fue evaluar la relación entre los estilos de aprendizaje y la autoeficacia emprendedora en los estudiantes de la Escuela Profesional de Administración de la Universidad Peruana Unión Filial Tarapoto en 2017. Se utilizó un diseño correlacional no experimental y se aplicaron dos instrumentos de medición: el de estilos de aprendizaje de Honey y Alonso y el de autoeficacia emprendedora de Moriano, Palací y Morales. Los resultados, obtenidos mediante análisis de correlación de Rho Spearman, indican una relación significativa entre los estilos de aprendizaje y la autoeficacia emprendedora de los estudiantes. Concluyen que a mayor conocimiento de los estilos de aprendizaje, mejor es la autoeficacia emprendedora.
Strategi Pendidikan Anak Jalanan Oleh Jaringan Kemanusiaan Jawa Timur (JKJT) di Kota Malang
Authors: Indari  , ST Fatimah  , Dalilah
Published: February 2024

Permasalahan anak jalanan sebagai permasalahan yang tak ada ujung pangkalnya, bagaikan lingkaran setan yang tak habis-habisnya. Dalam penangannya  diperlukan adanya penelitian terhadap program pemberdayaan anak jalanan yang dilakukan JKJT dalam rangka pengentasan anak jalanan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui strategi JKJT dalam rangka meningkatkan pengentasan anak jalanan. Program pembinaan yang diberikan oleh JKJT kepada anak jalan tidak hanya dibidang pendidikan. Rendahnya tingkat pendidikan anak dan remaja jalan tidak luput dari perhatian Agustinus Tedja selaku pendiri JKJT. Selain mendirikan rumah belajar untuk anak dan remaja jalanan, Agustinus Tedja juga memberikan pelatihan skill dan keterampilan lainya kepada anak asuhnya, seperti fotografi, memasak, menjahit, merakit CCTV, kerajinan kayu dan musik.
The Effect of Internal and External Factors on SMEs Individual Taxpayer Non-compliance Behavior
Authors: Cahyani Puspita Indah , Puspitosari Indriyana
Published: February 2024

This study aims to determine the variables of opportunity for non-compliance, costs of compliance, perceptions, and tax information on non-compliance by SMEs individual taxpayers. In this study, the SMEs individual taxpayer objects in the Surakarta area are used. This study analyzes the non-compliance factors of SMEs individual taxpayers in Surakarta.

This study uses a quantitative approach. The type of data used is primary data obtained from the results of the questionnaire. The population in this study amounted to 17,965 SMEs. This study uses data from 100 respondents who meet the sample criteria. Data were analyzed using multiple regression analysis.

The results showed that the variables of opportunity for non-compliance can increase tax non compliance behavior, cost of compliance and tax information reduce tax non-compliance behavior of SMES taxpayers in Surakarta.
The influence of Hedonic Shopping Motivation, Shopping Lifestyle, and Shopping Enjoyment on Fashion Consumers' Impulse Purchases in e-Commerce
Authors: Fitriani Desi Dwi , Auliya Zakky Fahma
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of Hedonic Shopping Motivation, Shopping Lifestyle, and Shopping Enjoyment on  the impulse purchases of fashion consumers on Shopee. The population in this study is consumers domiciled in Karanganyar Regency. The sample in this study is fashion consumers at Shopee who have used and are users of Shopee. The respondents used in this study numbered 120. Data was analyzed using IBM SPSS Statistic software version 26.

This research method is quantitative research method. The data analysis method used is multiple linear regression analysis. The results showed that: (1) From the results of significant values of 0.329 > 0.05 and calculated values of 0.980 < table 1.658 so that it can be concluded that Hedonic Shopping Motivation (X1) has no effect on Impulse Buying (Y). (2) From the results of a significant value of 0.000 < 0.05 and a calculated value of 4.862 > table 1.658, it can be concluded that Shopping Lifestyle (X2) has a significant effect on Impulse Buying (Y). (3) From the results of  significant values of 0.010 < 0.05 and calculated values of 2.625 > table 1.658 so that it can be concluded that Shopping Enjoyment  (X3) has a significant effect on Impulse Purchases (Y). So it can be seen from the three independent variables above that Shopping Lifestyle is the most influential variable in this study, with the value of significance and calculated value.
Fabrication and Characterization of Fast Dissolving Herbal Buccal Film Containing Mimosa Pudica Leaf Extract
Authors:   Associate Professor, Department of Pharmaceutics, Shridevi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Tumkur, G Arpitha , Kaushik Dr. Anu ,   Department of Pharmaceutics, Shri Jagdish Prasad Jhabarmal Tibrewala University, Jhunjhunu
Published: February 2024

Buccal films has distinct advantages over conventional dosage forms. Drugs can be delivered through buccal route, by avoiding first pass metabolism to produce local and systemic action. Rapid absorption of the drug is achieved because buccal mucosa is highly permeable with rich blood supply. Only few dosage forms are designed to deliver the drug through this route. Leaf extract of Mimosa pudica has number of pharmacological actions. Buccal film of leaf extract of mimosa pudica is prepared by solvent casting method and evaluated for its characteristics. Six formulations were prepared, out of which F3 formulation was found promising formulation, releases 96.13% of drug in 10 minutes.
Proposed Business Strategy Improvement for Project Management Consulting Form (Study Case: PT ABC)
Authors:   Master of Business Administration Program, School of Business and Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Tamimi Joshua Matrox
Published: February 2024

PT ABC is a service company in the field of project management, established in 2005. It operates with three main businesses: project management training, project management applications, and consultancy services. Project management is a crucial element for executing projects effectively within a company. In various industries, there is a growing demand for knowledge and consultation on how to manage projects efficiently, leading to the emergence of companies specializing in project management consultancy, such as PT ABC, to address these challenges. This research aims to uncover the root problems of the company to identify implementable solutions. Several analyses are employed in this study, including General Environment Analysis, Industry Analysis, and Competitor Analysis for external insights. For internal analysis, resources analysis, value chain analysis, marketing mix, and STP analysis are utilized. The study then progresses to map SWOT analysis and TOWS analysis. From these analyses, weaknesses and strengths of the company are identified, guiding the formulation of appropriate strategies to compete in the market. The research reveals that PT ABC possesses several strengths that have enabled the company to endure over time. Noteworthy strengths include its reputation and a skilled human resource pool in project management, garnering attention in the project management industry. Additionally, the company has a competitive advantage through technological innovation in its application, setting it apart from competitors and providing potential added value when maximized. However, there are areas for improvement, such as refining the application products and establishing a dedicated marketing team to focus on promoting all of PT ABC’s products rather than just one.
The Need for Palliative Care in the Management of Heart Failure: A Case Report of Advanced Heart Failure Refractory
Authors:   Médico General, M.Sc en Cuidados paliativos- Universidad de Nebrija (Madrid- España). Residente de Medicina Familiar – Departamento de Clínicas Médicas- Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Cali - Colombia., Saavedra Torres Dr. Jhan Sebastian , López Garzón Dr. Nelson Adolfo ,   Cardiólogo, Internista, Investigador de Fisiología y Patología Cardíaca. Profesor Titular, Departamento de Medicina Interna Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Universidad del Cauca-Colombia., Medina Dra. Maira Alejandra Guayambuco ,   Médico General, Residente de Medicina Familiar – Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Colombia. Departamento de Clínicas Médicas- Afiliados al programa Reanimación Cardiopulmonar básico de la American Heart Association- Estados Unidos., Pérez Martínez Dr. Nataly Vanesa ,   Médico General, Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia, Medellín, Antioquia. Departamento de Clínicas Médicas- Servicio urgencias Clínica Los Rosales de Pereira, Risaralda., Imbachi Imbachi Dra. Leidy Diana ,   Médico General. Universidad Santiago de Cali. Departamento de Urgencias, Hospital San Juan de DIOS, Cali- Colombia., Medina Ortega Dr. Marco Antonio ,   Especialista en Cirugía General, Médico General de la Universidad del Cauca -- Colombia. Docente Universidad del Cauca de la catedra cuidados generales y neurológicos del paciente en pos operatorio.
Published: February 2024

Palliative care is increasingly acknowledged as beneficial in supporting patients and families affected by heart failure, but policy documents have generally focused on the chronic form of this disease. Heart failure results from a diverse range of etiological cardiovascular conditions causing a spectrum of systolic and diastolic dysfunction, often mediated by disparate patterns of ventricular remodeling. We present the case of an elderly patient who, after the diagnosis of pump failure through follow-up, palliative care support was determined by the family medicine specialist, reaching optimal end-of-life results, accepting that there is emotional improvement in his hospitalization.
The Phenomenon of Post Digestive Surgery Patient’s Pain in West Java Indonesia
Authors:   Lecturer & Nurse Anesthetist. Bhakti Kencana University. Health Science Faculty. Bandung, Wahyudi Fikri Mourly , Aprina Alya Zahra ,   Nurse Anesthetist Student. Bhakti Kencana University. Health Science Faculty. Bandung, Manuapo Hilmy ,   Anesthesiologist. Bandung Kiwari Hospital.
Published: February 2024

Introduction: The high prevalence of pain in post-digestive surgery patients shows urgency in handling pain management. The role of a nurse anesthetist is needed to conduct pain assessment and pain management to solve the problem. Objective: This study aimed to analyze the phenomenon of pain in post-digestive surgery patients in the inpatient room of Hospital X in West Java, Indonesia. Methods: This research used a quantitative observational approach with 30 post-digestive surgery patients. Sampling used an accidental sampling technique, with an observation sheet using Visual Analogue Scale indicators, then analyzed descriptively. Results and Discussion: Results showed that most of the respondents complained of severe pain after being given the analgesic of Tramadol 100 mg and ketorolac 60 mg drip. Conclusion: This study concludes that the level of pain in post-digestive surgery patients at X Hospital 4 hours after post-surgery is on the severe pain scale. So, it is recommended that pain assessment be further improved and further research on postoperative pain management.
Firm’s Financial Performance: Case Study of the Philippine Property Sector
Authors:   St. Michael’s College, Higher Education Department, Quezon Avenue, Iligan City, E. Ong, Mbe Emmanuel
Published: February 2024

This study evaluates the financial performance of Philippine property sector companies. It also aims to help these businesses make informed financing choices that may affect their financial performance. This study is based upon Alexander Wall's (1919) theory of ratio analysis. The researcher employed historical design study. Using 2015–2021 financial data, the research examined all PSE property-related companies. The panel data analysis using a random effect parameter of the Linear Mixed Model was employed to examine time series of cross-section observations. According to this study, the average return on assets (ROA) over the course of six years was 0.05, indicating that the firm earned an average of five cents in profit per peso of assets held. The mean return on equity for the entire period is 0.05. The mean capital gains yield of the companies for the 6 years ranges from 0.12 to 0.19. It can be concluded that the property sector in the Philippines has demonstrated resilience. It is recommended that the PSE listed companies under the Property Sector may find the findings of this study helpful in formulating financing strategies that account for the impact of financial structure on their financial performance.
The Performative Teaching Inventory: Instrument Development and Estimates of Reliability and Validity
Authors:   St. Michael’s College of Iligan City, Iligan City 9200, Philippines, B. Naval, Ph.D. Aniceto , A. Durango, Ph.D. Ritzcen ,   St. Michael’s College of Iligan City, Iligan City 9200, Philippines
Published: February 2024

Engaged pedagogy through performative teaching emanates from a teaching philosophy that recognizes the importance of making teaching and learning processes into reality through actively engaging students. This study ascertained to develop and validate an instrument that measures performative teaching techniques. A review of relevant and recent literature on teaching practices was done which led to the writing of the items in the instrument evaluated by subject matter experts (SMEs). A total of 100 teachers participated in the initial test administration. The adequacy indicator of the sample ΚΜΟ=0.868 indicating that the sample data were enough for Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) through Principal Component Analysis (PCA) of extracting factor loadings based on the eigenvalue greater than 1. Results yielded valid items and extracted four (4) factor loadings around .511 to .830 while Cronbach’s Alpha indicates the instrument is internally consistent. The development of the final instrument was based on the results of the evaluation of the instrument’s reliability and validity. For purposes of recognition, the instrument was named “Performative Teaching Inventory for Teachers ( PTI ).”
Enhancing the Role of the Special Branch of Aisyiyah (PCIA) Malaysia in Providing Education and Financial Literacy Services for Indonesian Migrant Worker Families
Authors:   Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar (UNISMUH), Indonesia, Sulaeman Sulaeman , Suarni Agusdiwana ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar (UNISMUH), Indonesia, Nurbaya Siti ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar (UNISMUH), Indonesia, Adawiyah Rabiatul ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar (UNISMUH), Indonesia, Dzuwandi Mubdi ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar (UNISMUH), Indonesia
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this qualitative study is to investigate how Indonesian migrant worker families might benefit from improved financial literacy and educational services provided by the Special Branch Leadership of Aisyiyah (PCIA) Malaysia. Using a phenomenological research methodology, the study explores participants' lived experiences and perspectives about PCIA Malaysia's role. In order to address social concerns, the research equalizes engagement between practitioners and service partners by implementing the Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) technique. A group from Muhammadiyah University in Makassar carried out the study, which also included semi-structured interviewing, thematic analysis, case study design with purposive or snowball sampling, and the definition of important research topics. Results from Kuala Lumpur's community involvement initiatives highlight issues like poor financial literacy and restricted access to education. Financial issues arise as a result of implementation challenges, even though members are knowledgeable about financial planning. Financial literacy programs, more PCIA leader involvement, and educational awareness campaigns are suggested remedies. The report emphasizes the critical role that PCIA plays in resolving the various issues that Indonesian migrant worker families confront, with a focus on areas such as community involvement, financial literacy, education access, and training programs. A focused approach, proactive community involvement, and continual assessment are necessary for success in order to provide long-lasting beneficial results.
The profile of the brazilian municipal sports manager
Authors: Bavaresco Gustavo , Camargo Philipe , Castro Suélen Barboza Eiras de , Souza João Victor Moretti , Marinho Mezzadri Fernando
Published: February 2024

This study aims to identify the profile of the public sports manager working at the municipal level in different Brazilian states. The Northeast, Centre-West, Southeast, and South regions were considered as the sample, through the states of Bahia, Ceará, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Mato Grosso do Sul, Paraná, Rio Grande do Norte, Santa Catarina, and Sergipe, for a total of 1.955 municipalities in this research. The analysis was based on data relating to the "Human Resources" axis of the Sports Management in States and Municipalities (GEEM) instrument. The results showed a predominance of males, differences in Race; Age; Schooling; Level of School; Remuneration, both for each state and each region of the country. The conclusion is that there is a need for the academic and professional training for public managers in the field of physical education, combined with sports management, in order to make public policies more effective, as well as the continuation of public service programmes independent of the region.
Keywords: Management, Sport Management, Public Policy, Sports Manager, Profile Manager.
Escala de Autoeficacia en el Cuidado de la Alimentación y Salud Física (ACASF): propiedades psicométricas en jóvenes mexicanos de 15 a 24 años (Self-efficacy Scale in the care of Food Intake and Physical Health (ACASF): psychometric properties in mexican 15-to-24-year-olds)
Authors: Ramírez Enríquez Silvia Isela , Barceló Reyna Raúl , Peinado Pérez Jesús Enrique , Blanco Vega Humberto
Published: February 2024

La autoeficacia es un constructo psicológico que se refiere a la creencia en la propia capacidad para lograr metas y objetivos. Las evidencias científicas demuestran que la autoeficacia está positivamente asociada con la adopción de comportamientos saludables. En este punto, teniendo en cuenta la importancia que tiene la autoeficacia en aspectos de salud y su cuidado, el objetivo de la presente investigación fue analizar las propiedades psicométricas de la Escala de Autoeficacia en el Cuidado de la Alimentación y Salud Física (ACASF). Se realizó un estudio con enfoque cuantitativo y diseño transversal que involucró una muestra de 1339 sujetos de la ciudad de Chihuahua, México. El análisis psicométrico se llevó a cabo mediante análisis factoriales confirmatorios. Los resultados evidencian que la estructura pentafactorial del modelo ACASF-5Fm es viable y adecuada, además de diferencias significativas globales en los puntajes de la escala por rango de edad y género. Aun así, el alcance de estos resultados es limitado y se precisan investigaciones futuras que confirmen la estructura obtenida. Asimismo, es indispensable comprobar si la escala resulta útil para estudiar la relación entre la autoeficacia y el bienestar psicológico.
Palabras clave: “propiedades psicométricas”; “ecuaciones estructurales”; “autoeficacia”; “cuidado de la alimentación”; “salud física”; “jóvenes”.
Abstract . Self-efficacy is a psychological construct that refers to the belief in one's own ability to achieve goals and objectives. Scientific evidence demonstrates that self-efficacy is positively associated with the adoption of healthy behaviors. Considering the importance of self-efficacy in health-related aspects and care, the objective of the present research was to analyze the psychometric properties of the Self-Efficacy Scale in the care of Food Intake and Physical Health (ACASF, in Spanish). A quantitative, cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample of 1339 individuals from the city of Chihuahua, Mexico. Psychometric analysis was carried out through confirmatory factor analysis. The results indicate that the pentafactorial structure of the ACASF-5Fm model is viable and adequate. Analysis of variance shows significant overall differences in scale scores by age range and gender. Nevertheless, the scope of these results is limited, and future research is needed to confirm the obtained structure. Additionally, it is essential to verify whether the scale is useful for studying the relationship between self-efficacy and psychological well-being.
Keywords: "psychometric properties"; "structural equations"; "self-efficacy"; "food care"; "physical health"; " youths".
Abordagens tradutórias
Authors: Pedro Matheus Queiroz , Ruffini Mirian
Published: February 2024

O artigo discute a práxis do fazer tradutório – por meio de um viés descritivo – e averigua como o repertório, a estilística individual e a influência da estética do tradutor se revelam nas escolhas metodológicas de um tradutor frente ao texto-fonte, considerando o recorte histórico no qual ele e os leitores da época se encontram. Para tal, utiliza-se o aporte teórico de Itamar Even-Zohar (2013), André Lefevere (2007), Lawrence Venuti (2002) e Gideon Toury (2012), selecionando-se excertos da obra The Decay of Lying (1891) de Oscar Wilde e traduções para o português realizadas por João do Rio (1911) e Oscar Mendes (1961).
Reescrita, Tradução e Legendagem
Authors: Campos Giovana Cordeiro , Marinho Luiza Calheiros
Published: February 2024

A partir dos Estudos da Tradução, mais especificamente da Tradução Audiovisual (TAV)/legendagem em sua relação com conceitos como os de reescrita (LEFEVERE, 1992) e domesticação e estrangeirização (VENUTI, 1995, 2002, 2021), analisamos a série brasileira Cidade Invisível, com o foco na primeira temporada exibida pela Netflix a partir de fevereiro de 2021. Propomos que a série representa formas de reescrita: primeiro a reescrita fílmica, em que mitos e lendas são transportados da natureza de tempos imemoriais para um centro urbano atual: o Rio de Janeiro de 2021; e em segundo a reescrita da série para a língua inglesa, a partir da análise das legendas produzidas. Sustentamos que o roteiro da série prevê o processo de reescrita para contextos estrangeiros já na sua concepção, bem como que a tradução para legendagem em inglês promove formas de diálogo intercultural.
Entre guerras e traduções
Authors: Tooge Marly D’Amaro Blasques
Published: February 2024

Este artigo discorre sobre as relações políticas e de poder nas quais estiveram envolvidas as traduções de obras brasileiras para o idioma inglês no período da Guerra Fria. Prioriza-se o trabalho dos tradutores da Alfred Knopf Publishers, em especial de Barbara Shelby, e as restrições de disputas que resultaram na formação de um imaginário brasileiro. Questões importantes como a The War Against the Authors (Guerra contra os autores) travada pelo governo estadunidense contra importantes nomes da literatura mundial, o Freedom to Read Statement (Declaração de Liberdade de Leitura) e a resistência de editores e escritores são tratadas aqui. Destacam-se ainda aqui o processo de tradução das obras de Gilberto Freyre, Jorge Amado e Guimarães Rosa e as diferentes contendas entre os agentes envolvidos nas traduções.
Retraduções de Anne of Green Gables, de Lucy Maud Montgomery, em português
Authors: Costa Patrícia Rodrigues , Pereira Germana Henriques
Published: February 2024

Este artigo apresenta a primeira parte de uma pesquisa relacionada às (re)traduções da obra da escritora canadense Lucy Maud Montgomery no Brasil, e trata da redescoberta da obra Anne of Green Gables (1908) por meio de suas (re)traduções para o português. Este trabalho insere-se nos Estudos Descritivos da Tradução (EDT), pois visa realizar não somente o levantamento histórico das (re)traduções para o português da obra Anne of Green Gables, mas também compreender o porquê de suas traduções no Brasil. Esta pesquisa busca compreender a inserção das (re)traduções para o português da obra Anne of Green Gables no contexto histórico. Não se trata, portanto, de apenas um registro e catalogação das obras traduzidas, o que, segundo Pagano (2001), caracterizaria esta pesquisa como historiográfica.
Dois romances africanos no Brasil
Authors: Botaro Mirella do Carmo
Published: February 2024

Publicados respectivamente em 1995 e 2005 na França, os romances Pelourinho e Copo Quebrado foram recentemente traduzidos no Brasil. Este artigo pretende discutir e comparar os possíveis efeitos de leitura desses romances e suas diferentes propostas no Brasil, em um movimento não apenas linguístico, mas propriamente intercultural. Que significados as imagens do Brasil e da África assumem na tradução desses dois romances? Como os leitores brasileiros podem apreendê-las e como essa apreensão reconfigura poética e politicamente os projetos de Monénembo e Mabanckou? Qual Brasil e qual África se apresentam e se reinventam nas narrativas e o que essa invenção nos diz sobre nós, (potenciais) leitores brasileiros desses romances?
The Impact of the Russo-Ukrainian War on the Risk and Return of TAIEX
Authors: So Po-Yuk , Hsu His-Nan , Chen Chin-Fu , Liu Jen Ming , Lin Tsai-Yin
Published: February 2024

Abstract

This study examines the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war (RUW) on the dynamic of TAIEX options' risk-return profile. Since the outbreak of the war on February 24, 2022, global economic sanctions have disrupted the world economy. Soaring energy and food prices and supply shortages have suppressed global economic growth, leading to rising inflation. Financial markets have reacted to the shocks caused by this war, thus intensifying the volatility of options markets. This study utilizes Hsu's (2013) option return models to investigate the impacts of how the war influences the TAIEX options' risk-return profile, including PDFs, profitability, and expected returns. The contributions of this paper are two-fold: It is the first paper on the (RUW) on the options markets; additionally, we demonstrate theoretically and empirically that the normality assumption of simple arithmetic returns is acceptable, making the Hsu's (2013) option return models more robust. The results indicate that the war has significantly affected and altered the PDFs of option returns, expected option returns, and volatility after the war. However, both theoretically and empirically shows that, despite the challenges posed by the war, put options trading during this period has been profitable.

Keywords: Russo-Ukrainian War, TAIEX options, Option return model, Risk/Return Profile.
STRATEGI PENANGANAN KEMISKINAN DALAM PERSPEKTIF AL-QURAN
Authors: Permata Srianti , Abubakar Achmad , Sabry Muhammad Sadiq , Yosup Boni Supriadi , Arifai Samsul
Published: February 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan bagaimana kemiskinan dalam perspektif Al-Quran dan bagaimana strategi Al-Quran dalam mengatasi kemiskinan. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah menggunakan analisis kualitatif deskriptif melalui pendekatan ilmu tafsir dan Al-Quran dan tekhnik pengumpulan data adalah studi pustaka library research). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kemiskinan dalam pandangan Al-Qur’an ada dua yaitu fakir dan miskin. Orang fakir adalah orang yang tidak mempunyai daya upaya, baik berupa harta maupun tenaga yang menyebabkan ketidakmampuannya memenuhi hajat hidupnya, sedangkan orang miskin ini memiliki kemampuan untuk bekerja namun belum bisa mencukupi kehidupannya yang masih memerlukan uluran tangan orang-orang yang berada untuk mencukupi kebutuhannya. Dengan demikian, baik fakir maupun miskin keduanya harus mendapatkan uluran tangan kita, demikian Al-Qur’an memandang kemiskinan sedangkan Strategi Al-Qur’an dalam mengatasi kemiskinan di antaranya: al-Qur’an menyeru untuk bekerja dan berusaha, hidup hemat dan tidak berlebih-lebihan, dan memberdayakan ZIS (Zakat, Infaq dan Sedekah).
PERBANDINGAN MINDSET BERWIRAUSAHA KONVENSIONAL DAN SYARIAH TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN MELIHAT PELUANG USAHA BAGI MAHASISWA SINJAI
Authors: Ridwan Hardiyanti , Wahidayanti Wahidayanti , Fardana Nurayani
Published: February 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membandingan mindset berwirausaha konvensional dan syariah terhadap kemampuan melihat peluang usaha bagi mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi dan Hukum Islam Universitas Islam Ahmad Dahlan Sinjai. Kegiatan berwirausaha adalah salah satu kegiatan yang sudah banyak dilirik oleh masyarakat guna mengurangi jumlah pengangguran dan kemiskinan. Namun sering ditemui ditengah masyarakat khususnya mahasiswa yang telah terjung didunia usaha belum mampu mengatur dan membedakan mindset  berwirausaha sehingga melewatkan begitu saja setiap peluang usaha yang ada, padahal kunci sukses seorang wirausahawan adalah mampu mengatur mindset berwirausahanya.  Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian komparatif dengan pendekatan penelitian kuantitatif. Jumlah responden dalam penelitian adalah 126 orang mahasiswa yang diperoleh secara acak. Adapun hasil dalam penelitian ini adalah terdapat perbandingan antara mindset berwirausaha konvensional dan syariah terhadap pemampuan melihat peluang usaha bagi mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi dan Hukum Islam Universitas Ahmad Dahlan Sinjai, hal ini dilihat dari hasil uji independent sample t-test dengan nilai 0.000 < 0.05 yang artinya Ha diterima dan Ho ditolak.
PENGARUH LINGKUNGAN KERJA TERHADAP PEGAWAI DENGAN EFEKTIVITAS KINERJA PADA KANTOR KEMENTERIAN AGAMA KAB SINJAI
Authors: Akhmad Jafar  , Fajar Nur Muhammad
Published: February 2024

Pembahasan pada artikel ini yaitu Pengaruh  lingkungan  kerja  terhadap pegawai dengan efektivitas kinerja  pada kantor  kementerian  agama  Kab Sinjai  yang di jabarkan dalam rumusan masalah yaitu bagaimana pengaruh lingkungan kerja terhadap efektifitas kinerja pegawai sedangkan tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah Untuk mengetahui apaka terdapat pengaruh Lingkungan kerja dan pengaruh pengalaman kerja terhadap evektifitas kinerja pegawai pada Kantor Kementerian Agama Kab. Sinjai. Penelitian ini termasuk penelitian asosiatif. Asosiatif merupakan penelitian yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara  dua variabel atau lebih. Adapun jenis penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah penelitian kuantitatif. Sedangkan teknik pengolahan dan analisis data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan Statistic melalui program computer Microsoft excel dan SPSS. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa 1. Terdapat pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap lingkungan kerja dan kinerja pegawai, 2. Terdapat pengaruh positif dan tidak signifikan pengalaman kerja dan kinerja pegawai, 3. Efektivitas kerja mampu memediasi pengaruh lingkungan kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai 4. Efektivitas kerja tidak mampu memediasi pengaruh lingkungan kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai