bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Optimizing University Libraries in Palangkaraya City as a Supporting Facility for Independent Campuses
Authors: Saputra Uji , Riady Yasir
Published: February 2024

Background:  Libraries play an essential role by meeting students' needs, offering a variety of library resources, facilitating access to study spaces, managing lending services, and providing information services. Kampus Merdeka is a support and effort to encourage students to obtain a variety of helpful information for their future job prospects.
Purpose: This study aims to know extend on how to optimize libraries to facilitate independent campuses.
Design and methods: This article uses a qualitative descriptive methodology, utilizing library reference materials as the primary means of data collection and analysis. According to Sugiyono (2018), qualitative research methods are research methods based on philosophy, which are used to research scientific conditions (experiments) where the researcher is the instrument, data collection techniques, and qualitative analysis emphasize meaning.
Results: The role of libraries is in line with the government's program for national education, as stated in Law No. 2 of 2003, which states that education is a conscious and planned effort to realize the teaching and learning process so that students actively develop their potential. Optimizing university libraries in the city of Palangkaraya by utilizing information technology can be used as a means of supporting independent campuses to utilize library resources. Steps that university libraries can take to optimize libraries include: 1) Optimizing the use of information technology and 2) Promotion of libraries by utilizing websites and social media networks to improve service quality. Librarians should strive to facilitate as many opportunities as possible for students to develop into competent individuals.
Changes in the numbers of hospital‐based abortions and outpatient early medical abortions in Victoria, 2012–22: a retrospective cohort study
Authors: Marzan Melvin B , Johnson Eleanor , Moore Patricia , Jiang Heng , Hui Lisa
Published: February 2024

Objectives

To assess changes in the monthly numbers of hospital‐based abortions and outpatient early medical abortions in Victoria during January 2012 – March 2022, with a particular interest in the impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) pandemic.

Study design

Population‐based retrospective cohort study; time series analysis of Victorian Admitted Episodes Dataset (VAED) and Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) data.

Setting, participants

All admitted care episodes in Victoria during 1 January 2012 – 31 March 2022 with medical abortion as the principal diagnosis; all PBS claims for mifepristone–misoprostol (MS‐2 Step) during 1 January 2015 (date of listing) – 31 March 2022.

Main outcome measures

Changes in monthly numbers (with 95% confidence intervals [CIs]) of admissions for hospital‐based and outpatient early medical abortions during the pre‐pandemic period (January 2012 – March 2020), the first full month of the COVID‐19 pandemic (April 2020), and the pandemic period (May 2020 – March 2022).

Results

The monthly number of hospital‐based abortions declined in Victoria during the pre‐pandemic period (slope, –2.92 [95% CI, –3.45 to –2.38] per month); the rate of decline was greater during the pandemic period (slope, –5.74 [95% CI, –10.5 to –0.96] per month). The monthly number of outpatient early medical abortions increased during the pre‐pandemic period (slope, 5.94 [95% CI, 5.34–6.34] per month); it declined during the first month of the pandemic (slope, –26.4 [95% CI, –70.1 to –17.3] per month), but did not significantly change thereafter. The total monthly number of abortions during the pandemic period did not deviate markedly from the pre‐pandemic median value. The pre‐pandemic declines in monthly numbers of abortions in major city hospitals, in private hospitals, or at earlier than 14 weeks’ gestation intensified during the pandemic period. During January 2015 – March 2020, 14 634 of 103 496 abortions were outpatient medical abortions (14%); during the pandemic period, 11 154 of 33 056 abortions were outpatient medical abortions (33%).

Conclusions

The use of outpatient early medical abortion has steadily increased in Victoria since the PBS listing of mifepristone–misoprostol, which helped ensure access to abortion during the COVID‐19 pandemic. Outpatient medical abortions may eventually outnumber surgical early abortions in Victoria, but they are not always appropriate: hospitals will continue to be essential for comprehensive abortion care.
Optimalisasi Tata Kelola Manajemen Pendidikan Bagi Perempuan Pada Usaha Mikro, Kecil, Dan Menengah (Umkm): Studi Kasus Dalam Rangka Program Pemberdayaan Perempuan Menuju Keluarga Sehat Dan Sejahtera (P2wkss) Di Kecamatan Kebon Pedas Sukabumi”
Authors: Winarsih Winarsih , Adipurwa Arya , Puspitasari Ikke , Harmono Gatot , Astrada Fernando
Published: February 2024

Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi optimalisasi tata kelola manajemen pendidikan bagi perempuan yang terlibat dalam Usaha Mikro, Kecil, dan Menengah (UMKM) di Kecamatan Kebon Pedas, Sukabumi, sebagai bagian dari Program Pemberdayaan Perempuan Menuju Keluarga Sehat dan Sejahtera (P2WKSS). Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis dampak program P2WKSS terhadap peningkatan tata kelola manajemen pendidikan perempuan di UMKM. Metodologi penelitian melibatkan survei lapangan, wawancara mendalam, dan analisis dokumentasi terkait program P2WKSS. Partisipan penelitian melibatkan perempuan yang aktif dalam UMKM di Kecamatan Kebon Pedas dan telah mengikuti program P2WKSS. Data dianalisis menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa program P2WKSS memberikan kontribusi positif terhadap optimalisasi tata kelola manajemen pendidikan bagi perempuan di UMKM. Pelatihan, pendampingan, dan akses terhadap sumber daya pendidikan mendorong perempuan untuk mengembangkan keterampilan manajerial dan pengetahuan yang diperlukan dalam mengelola usaha mereka. Dalam konteks P2WKSS, perempuan UMKM lebih mampu mengintegrasikan pendidikan sebagai strategi untuk meningkatkan kesehatan dan kesejahteraan keluarga. Penelitian ini menyajikan temuan yang mendalam tentang pentingnya pendidikan sebagai bagian dari strategi pemberdayaan perempuan dalam konteks UMKM. Implikasi kebijakan mencakup perluasan dan peningkatan program serupa untuk mendukung tata kelola manajemen pendidikan yang optimal bagi perempuan di UMKM, dengan tujuan akhir mencapai keluarga yang sehat dan sejahtera.
Ongoing of Energy Saving and Emission Reduction during Fabrication Processing in China’s Shipyards
Authors: Wang Jiangchao , Liu Bitao , Bao Zhangjing , Jiang Wencheng , Zhuo Zichao , Gan Langxiong , Shu Yaqing
Published: February 2024

Due to the serious situation and deterioration tendency of the atmosphere environment, energy saving and emission reduction are concentrated and desired for each government and international organization. In this research, energy consumption and pollution emission during fabrication processing in shipyards and ocean engineering factories were holistically surveyed for the first time, while the ship industry is the key pillar of manufacturing for national economic development and dominant monitoring objects with severe environment pollution in China. With the visiting and investigation of six representative factories with construction and repair of ship and offshore structure, consumptions of electrical energy as well as chemical energy were summarized for each fabrication processing according with elementary manufacturing flow, which are mainly determined by working load, requirement of quality, and utilization efficiency of energy. Then, various pollutants generated during fabrication procedures were classified and surveyed, while their emission amounts were also summarized by considering their harm level to human health, atmosphere, and ecological environments. In addition, advanced and practical solutions for emission reduction of dust particles and VOCs (volatile organic compounds) were introduced and carried out while the application results were compared with requirements of corresponding laws and regulations.
Vitamin C Dosage in Health and Disease
Authors: Danboyi Timothy , Jimoh Abdulazeez , Hassan-Danboyi Evelyn , Anthony Donatus Teru Goji
Published: February 2024

The dosage of any compound determines its efficacy in therapy and/or prevention of any disease. Such is also true about vitamin C. Unlike most other vitamins, L-ascorbic acid seldom leads to toxicity or an overdose. It is well-tolerated at extremely high dosages with little or no side effect. Vitamin C at different doses can act as either an antioxidant or a pro-oxidant. Either way, it is therapeutic in several conditions. In this chapter, we consider the appropriate doses used under normal conditions, for the maintenance of healthy state. The recommended daily allowances of vitamin C vary from country to country, and different organizations have varying values. Therefore, we look at some of the factors responsible for these variations and those that determine the efficacy of ascorbic acid at different doses. We also explore the different dosages used in several randomized controlled clinical trials for either treatment or prevention of certain disease conditions. The high dose used in disease conditions is to first replenish the depleted stores before improving the health status of the patients.
Bisphenol-A (BPA) Exposure as a Risk Factor for Non-Communicable Diseases
Authors: Maduabuchi Aja Patrick , Victor Fasogbon Ilemobayo , Adomi Mbina Solomon , Ugo Alum Esther , Daniel Eze Ejike , Chinedu Agu Peter
Published: February 2024

Bisphenol-A (BPA) is a widely used chemical compound in the production of consumer items and building materials. Over the years, concerns have been raised about its potential adverse effects on human health. This chapter aims to explore the existing evidence regarding the association between BPA exposure and the risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). NCDs, such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, obesity, and certain types of cancer, are the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Multiple studies have investigated the potential role of BPA in the development and progression of these diseases. Epidemiological studies have also provided evidence suggesting a link between BPA exposure and NCDs in humans. Several potential mechanisms have been proposed to explain the effects of BPA on NCDs, including its ability to mimic estrogenic activity and alter hormone signaling. A broader knowledge of the association between BPA and NCDs can inform public health policies and strategies aimed at reducing BPA exposure towards mitigating the burden of NCDs. In general, while the evidence regarding the association between BPA exposure and NCDs is still evolving, the existing literature suggests a potential link between BPA exposure and an increased risk of developing various non-communicable diseases.
Preparation and Characterization of Biopolymer/Calcium Phosphate Composite and Their Application for Dye-Contaminated Wastewater Treatment
Authors: Agougui Hassen , Guesmi Youssef , Jabli Mahjoub
Published: February 2024

The current chapter book describes of the chemical modification of calcium phosphate surface by lambda carrageenan biopolymer and its using for the removal of methylene blue (MB) from aqueous solution. The prepared adsorbents (CaP-Carr) adsorbents were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis. The X-ray powder analysis results showed that the crystallinity was unaffected by the presence of biopolymer. In order to investigate the impact of various parameters, including temperature, pH level, contact time, and initial MB concentration, batch adsorption experiments were carried. The adsorption of MB onto the studied adsorbents may have been controlled by chemisorption process that suggested a pseudo-second order. Langmuir and Freundlich isotherms provided a detailed description of the adsorption mechanisms on the surface of modified and unmodified calcium phosphate, respectively. Overall, the experimental results suggest that calcium phosphate-carrageenan composite has promising potential as an adsorbent for the treatment of MB dye-contaminated wastewater treatment. Additionally, they might offer a fresh avenue for research into the creation of functionalized calcium phosphate that could find value in other contexts.
Perspective Chapter: Prefabricated Low-Carbon Panels for Exterior Walls
Authors: Reaes Pinto Alberto , Canudo Urbano Marlene
Published: February 2024

The construction industry plays a relevant role in the economy but also has some major negative environmental impacts. Such impacts need to be reduced, hence the importance of guiding the industry towards the principles of sustainable construction, which allow for greater productivity, as well as for significant reductions in terms of costs and labour. In spite of the lingering popularity of on-site execution techniques, the construction site is progressively becoming a place for the assembly of prefabricated components, which are lighter and more flexible, have dry metallic connections, can be easily assembled and disassembled and are, therefore, reusable. This paper means to present an alternative method for the prefabrication of panels for exterior walls, also for use in the construction of small-scale buildings, using renewable, often local, non-polluting building materials, such as wood, cork, or straw. These have thermal insulation functions that are essential for the outer envelope of the building to achieve high energy efficiency and may be applied with the use of simple but effective mechanised technologies.
Implementasi Sistem Informasi Wisata Berbasis Media Sosial untuk Meningkatkan Promosi Destinasi Pariwisata di Muara Enim
Authors: Wulandari Diestha , Makini Indah Febrianti , Aulia Ananda Putri , Rahman M Arief
Published: February 2024

This research discusses the implementation of a social media-based tourism information system to improve the promotion of tourism destinations in Muara Enim, South Sumatra. With a focus on TikTok and Instagram, this research addresses the lack of understanding of Muara Enim's tourism potential among people outside the region through qualitative methods and data analysis. The results show that the utilization of social media, such as TikTok and Instagram, effectively increases the visibility of Muara Enim's tourism destinations, attracts tourists, and expands people's understanding of the tourism potential in the area. In the context of contribution, this research highlights the role of social media as an effective tool for local tourism development. As a suggestion for future research, further studies regarding the interaction and direct response of tourists to social media content, as well as evaluating the economic impact of increased tourism in Muara Enim. This can help a deeper understanding of the potential and challenges in developing the tourism sector through social media in Muara Enim.
Peningkatan Kapasitas Kemampuan Bahasa Inggris Bagi Pemandu Ekowisata Gunung Api Purba Nglanggeran
Authors: Dzulkifli Muhammad , Yogi Prasetyo Andreas , Sucipto Sucipto
Published: February 2024

The Nglanggeran Ancient Volcano area or also known as the Nglanggeran Tourism Village has a lot of good reputation and achievements at national and international levels. It has made many foreign tourists interested in visiting since 2009 until now. Human resources in the service sector, especially the guide, need to be improved, especially in delivering and serving  information in English. The aim of this community service activity is to improve the ability of the guides to communicate in English. The method was in a cycle of need analysis, design, implementation and evaluation. As a result, 6 out of 10 participants who participated intensely in the training were stated to be able to communicate quite smoothly and be able to respond to questions from foreign tourists. In addition, Nglanggeran Tourism Village can provide local guides in foreign languages if foreign guests visit.
Analisis Kata Serapan Bahasa Arab Dalam Tindak Tutur Masyarakat Melayu Bengkalis
Authors: Mardiana  , Zurin Khaizatul , Ulfa Marhamah
Published: February 2024

This study aims to analyse the absorption of Arabic words in the speech acts of the Malay community in Bengkalis. The research method used is qualitative with a descriptive-analytical approach. Data were collected through interviews, and observations and then analysed using content analysis techniques. The results showed that Arabic absorption words have a significant role in the speech acts of the Bengkalis Malay community. The use of these absorption words reflects the influence of Arabic culture in the daily life and communication of the local community. In addition, Arabic absorption words also enrich the vocabulary and linguistic expressions in the daily language of the Bengkalis Malay community. This research provides an in-depth understanding of the dynamics of the use of Arabic words in the language and culture of the Bengkalis Malay community. The implications of these findings can be an important contribution to the study of linguistics, language anthropology, and cultural studies, as well as provide a foundation for the preservation and development of cultural and linguistic heritage in this region.
Strategy For Strengthening National Police Public Services Based On Information Technology Through A Database Management System
Authors: Narisa R. Dwi Chandra , Handayani Riska Sri , Yola Lim
Published: February 2024

The research aims to examine the Indonesian police strategy to improve technology-based public services in relation to complaints of unprofessionalism by members of the National Police. This research is qualitative research with primary data sources directly from the Indonesian police and secondary data from various sources relevant to this research. The results of this research explain that the Polri's strategy in improving public services to the community is related to the unprofessionalism of Polri members, strengthened by using the Polri database management system. This system saves data that has been stored in old filling & recoding applications. Developing new applications that are integrated with each bureau and can be accessed by all regional police to regional police. The focus of the research that will be carried out by researchers, which is different from previous researchers, lies in an in-depth study of the number of alleged abuses of authority committed by Indonesian police officers and the unprofessionalism of the positions they are currently holding through the Divpropam Polri Database Management System.
The Impact of High-Performance Works Practice on Employees Job, Life and Career Satisfaction
Authors: Nader Rozhan , Saadi Mustafa Burhan , Abdulqadir Bokan
Published: February 2024

The objective of this study is to explore the association between high-performance work practices (HPWPs) — encompassing training, empowerment, rewards, and teamwork — and the levels of personal career, job, and life satisfaction among full-time academic staff at Komar University of Science and Technology. Employing a quantitative methodology, the research utilizes a survey questionnaire disseminated through a Microsoft online form to collect data. The sample comprises 92 participants representative of the study's population. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS software, version 26. The analysis concluded a lack of significant correlation between HPWPs and the variables measuring satisfaction in care, job, and life. It was also observed that a mere 7% of employees engaged in high-performance work reported satisfaction across these areas. These findings contradict our initial hypothesis, indicating that HPWPs may not be as influential on satisfaction levels as previously anticipated.
Hinweis auf zwei ausgeschriebene Stellen im Bereich Open Educational Ressources (OER) / VEStOR-Projekt
Authors:   Team OA Brandenburg
Published: February 2024

Eine schöne Nachricht auch für uns als Vernetzungs- und Kompetenzstelle Open Access Brandenburg ist der Start eines weiteren, wenn man so will, assoziierten Projekt. Nachdem das Projekt „Kulturwandel in der Rechtswissenschaft“ (KidRewi) (vgl.
Fünf Bilder / Fünf Fragen über meine Bibliothek
Authors: Schuldt Karsten
Published: February 2024

Die Ausgabe #33 der LIBREAS. Library Ideas wird den Schwerpunkt “Ortstermin. Reportagen aus der tatsächlichen Bibliotheksarbeit” haben.
Warum die Publikation von Forschungsdaten nach wie vor ein begrenztes Phänomen bleibt.
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Eine Notiz im Anschluss an Jens Klump:  Data as Social Capital and the Gift Culture in Research  . In: Data Science Journal.
Wo beginnt die Vorgeschichte der Digital Humanities und was kann man aus ihr lernen?
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Eine Notiz zu Marcus Twellmann:  »Gedankenstatistik« Vorschlag zur Archäologie der Digital Humanities  . In: Merkur, 797 (Vol.69, Oktober 2015). S. 19-30 von Ben Kaden (@bkaden) I. Vermutlich ist es das Zeichen einer Reifung, wenn für ein junges Forschungsfeld, zum Beispiel die Digital Humanities, einerseits eine Art Geschichtsschreibung einsetzt und dies andererseits in Publikumszeitschriften geschieht.
Analogkultur / Digitalkultur. Über @handmedium und “real things and why they matter.”
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Eine Notiz von Ben Kaden (@bkaden) I Derzeit sammelt sich Samstag für Samstag auf dem immergrauen Vorplatz der Deutschen Nationalbibliothek in Frankfurt am Main eine Schar Demonstranten, die sich für einen Erhalt der Möglichkeit eines Zugangs zum gedruckten Medium im Lesesaal der Bibliothek einsetzen.
Neu und Open Access. Nanna Fuhrhop et al.: Literarische Grammatik (Heidelberg: Universitätsverlag Winter 2023)
Authors: Zeltner Anja
Published: February 2024

Der Sammelband „Literarische Grammatik: Wie Literatur- und Sprachwissenschaft voneinander profitieren können“, der unter anderem von der Linguistin Nanna Fuhrhop (Universität Potsdam) herausgegeben wurde, ist ein interdisziplinärer Versuch, die Sprach- und Literaturwissenschaft miteinander in den Austausch zu bringen.
Der Fall Julien Reitzenstein vs. H-Soz-Kult und die Frage nach der Kritikfähigkeit in der Wissenschaft
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Eine Anmerkung von Ben Kaden (@bkaden) Update 27.02.2017:  Im Anschluss an die Veröffentlichung des nachstehenden Beitrags korrespondierte ich ausführlich mit Julien Reitzenstein und erfuhr mehr zu den Hintergründen der Angelegenheit. Grundlegend lässt sich festhalten, dass die Sachlage differenzierter zu betrachten ist, als es zum Beispiel das Echo auf Twitter vermuten lässt. 
Die Bibliothek in der Literatur: Heute in der Graphic Novel Madgermanes von Birgit Weyhe.
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Eine Notiz zu: Birgit Weyhe:  Madgermanes  . Berlin: avant-verlag, 2016 (Informationen zur Publikation beim Verlag) von Ben Kaden (@bkaden) Das die in diesem Blog (und im LIBREAS.Tumblr) gepflegte Rubrik “Die Bibliothek in der Literatur” ihre Beispiele naturgemäß nur willkürlich zusammenwürfelt werden und zwar nach den Kriterien a) des zufälligen Kontaktes und b) der Muße, etwas aus diesem zu machen, sollte nicht entschuldigen,
OA Takeaways: Die Kritik am DEAL-Vertrag mit Elsevier in der FAZ vom 29.11.2023
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Quelle: Björn Brembs, Konrad Förstner, Claudia Müller-Birn, Ulrich Dirnagl:  Kein guter Deal  . In: Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, 29.11.2023, Wissenschaft, N4 Dass das Projekt DEAL nach den Verträgen mit den Verlagen Wiley und Springer Nature im Jahr 2017 auch noch eine Einigung mit Elsevier, dem drittem dominanten kommerziellen Wissenschaftsgroßverlag, erzielen würde, schien lange nicht ausgemacht.
Neu und Open Access. Christine Lang: David Lynchs »Mulholland Drive« verstehen (Bielefeld: Transcript 2023)
Authors: Eppelin Anita
Published: February 2024

Im Juni 2023 erschien die Open-Access-Monografie „David Lynchs »Mulholland Drive« verstehen. Visuelles Erzählen und die Dramaturgie der offenen Form“ von Christine Lang. Die Monografie basiert auf der Dissertation der Autorin am Fachbereich Medienwissenschaft der Filmuniversität Babelsberg KONRAD WOLF und legt eine detaillierte Studie zur Erzählweise und zu den künstlerischen Strategien des Filmemachers vor.
KOBV-Forum 2023: Open Access Monitoring unter Einbeziehung der Deutschen Bibliotheksstatistik
Authors:   Team OA Brandenburg
Published: February 2024

In dieser Woche präsentierten Miriam Zeunert (FH Potsdam) und Heike Stadler (VuK Open Access Brandenburg) im Format  Minute Madness  auf dem KOBV-Forum am 04. Juli das Thema Open Access Monitoring unter Einbeziehung der Deutschen Bibliotheksstatistik (DBS). Minute Madness bedeutet dabei, dass die Präsentationen in der Session auf jeweils maximal 120 Sekunden beschränkt sind.
Neu und Open Access. Kollodzeiski & Hafner (Hg.): Du sollst nicht essen! Warum Menschen auf Nahrung verzichten – interdisziplinäre Zugänge (2024)
Authors: Eppelin Anita
Published: February 2024

Im Januar 2024 erschien der Open-Access-Sammelband „Du sollst nicht essen! Warum Menschen auf Nahrung verzichten – interdisziplinäre Zugänge“ von Ulrike Kollodzeiski und Johann Ev. Hafner, Professur für Religionswissenschaft mit dem Schwerpunkt Christentum an der Universität Potsdam. Der Sammelband setzt sich mit der Vielfalt der Gründe auseinander, warum Menschen bewusst auf das Essen verzichten.
Open Access ist “ein Geschenk an Google und Konsorten”. Meint Uwe Jochum heute in der FAZ.
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Eine Anmerkung von Ben Kaden (@bkaden) zu Uwe Jochum:  Digitale Wissenschaftskontrolle  . In: Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, 23.11.2016, S. N4 Peter Geimer:  Jede Ähnlichkeit wäre rein zufällig  . In: Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, 23.11.2016, S. 9 Sowohl Feuilleton wie auch der Wissenschaftsteil der Frankfurter Allgemeinen Zeitung unterstreichen mit der aktuellen Themenwahl erneut, wie nachdrücklich sich das Blatt als
Staatssekretär Dünow zu Besuch bei der VuK und den landesunterstützenden Einrichtungen an der FH Potsdam
Authors: Zeltner Anja
Published: February 2024

Am Donnerstag, den 9. März 2023, konnte die VuK gemeinsam mit der Landesfachstelle für Archive und öffentliche Bibliotheken und der Koordinierungsstelle Brandenburg.digital Staatssekretär Dünow an der Fachhochschule Potsdam für ein knapp dreistündiges Fachgespräch treffen. Im Zentrum des Gesprächs stand die Arbeit der landesunterstützenden Einrichtungen in Richtung einer stärkeren Offenheit in Wissenschaft, Forschung und Kultur.
Nicht wirklich helfen, aber emphatisch bleiben. Eine leider eingeschränkte Anleitung zum Umgang mit obdachlosen Menschen in Bibliotheken.
Authors: Schuldt Karsten
Published: February 2024

Karsten Schuldt Zu: Dowd, Ryan J. (2018).  The Librarian’s Guide to Homelessness: An Empathy-Driven Approach to Solving Problems, Preventing Conflict, and Serving Everyone  . Chicago: ALA Editions, 2018   Leider nicht gut ist das hier kurz zu besprochende Buch. Leider, da es eigentlich eines inhaltlich guten Buches zum Thema bedürfte, eines umfangreichen und konkreten. Dieses ist es nicht, auch wenn es dies im Titel behauptet.
Wie Roland Reuß lesen? Eine Textkritik.
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

von Ben Kaden (@bkaden)   Dass Roland Reuß für den Diskurs ein hochmodernes und leider auch hochermüdendes Stilmittel bevorzugt, nämlich die Polemik, ist allen bekannt, seit er auf seinen Durchbruchstext zum Thema Open Access (Roland Reuß:  Eingecremtes Publizieren: Open Access als Enteignung  . In: Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, 11.02.2009, Nr. 35, S. N5) die Abschaffung der Idee des Individuums und vielleicht sogar des
Organizational form, gender structure of general legal representatives and company profitability: evidence from Serbian companies
Authors: Dogandžić Anja , Micić Radmila , Dogandžić Aleksandar
Published: February 2024

This research paper is a part of a wider project in which the influence of various factors on the performance of the company is analyzed. The impact of the gender structure of general legal representatives as well as the form of organization of the company on profitability expressed through the average gross profit margin was studied. The five-year period from 2018 to 2022 was studied, in which data from the profit and loss statements of a total of 192 entities were analyzed. The sample presents six groups classified by the form of organization of companies that can be encountered in business practice. All statistical analyzes were carried out in the IBM SPSS 23 program. The research hypothesized a statistically significant impact of the difference in the gender of general representatives on the profitability of the company, which was rejected, and a hypothesis of significant differences regarding the impact of the form of organization of the company on the profitability expressed by the average gross profit margin, which was accepted. Research into factors that can affect the profitability of the analyzed subjects should enable the making of better management decisions in order to realize better and better performance of the company.
Theoretical foundation of corporate entrepreneurship
Authors: Erić Nielsen Jelena , Nikolić Jelena , Bošković Nikola
Published: February 2024

Corporate entrepreneurship represents a systematic entrepreneurial initiative aiming to revitalize the organization internally through the creation of new business within the existing one, but also the transformation and revitalization of the organization through core values redefinition. The research object is to address and reduce significant research gap regarding definitional and conceptual challenges in distinguishing corporate and independent entrepreneurship. Contemporary studies in the domain of entrepreneurship are evolving towards the analysis of corporate and independent entrepreneurship as two distinct, even though closely related phenomena. Using qualitative research methodology, the manuscript provides thorough insight and elaboration of the conceptual foundation and unique nature of corporate entrepreneurship.
The use of the ChatGPT language model in the creation of malicious programs
Authors: Ubavić Vladica , Jovanović-Milenković Marina , Popović Oliver , Boranijašević Marija
Published: February 2024

ChatGPT is a new chatbot developed by the company OpenAI and is an interface for the language model (Large Language Model). Although its primary function is to mimic a human interlocutor in a conversation, ChatGPT is capable of interpreting unusual responses as well. It can generate computer programs, answer exam questions, write poetry and song lyrics. The analysis of multiple hacking communities shows that there are already cases of cybercriminals using ChatGPT to develop malicious tools. This paper deals with determining the possibility of generating malicious programs using the ChatGPT language model. The authors have shown that it is possible to exploit ChatGPT to generate a script that can be used for bruteforce attacks.
Evaluation of informal education in higher education
Authors: Ćetojević Helena
Published: February 2024

Informal education stems from everyday and spontaneous activities related to work, family, or leisure time and is not organized or structured in terms of goals, time, or learning support. Its immediacy, naturalness, and lucidity are its main characteristics, distinguishing it from formal and non-formal education. Due to constant technological and societal changes, there is a necessity to optimize informal education and encourage more flexible educational pathways. The process of validating individual knowledge, skills, and abilities is highly complex and requires support from the entire educational system and society. The aim of this study was to highlight the benefits and significance of competencies acquired through informal learning. Through examples of good practices from foreign universities, questions arose regarding the possibilities of implementing the validation of informal education in Serbian universities. The ultimate focus of the study was on the insufficient affirmation of informal education, systemic and procedural constraints, and suggestions for overcoming them in the near future.
Multiculturalism in elementary school curricula in the Republic of Serbia and Hungary
Authors: Milovanović Anđela , Filipović Aleksandra
Published: February 2024

Paper presents a comparative analysis of approaches to multiculturalism in the elementary school curricula of the Republic of Serbia and Hungary for grades one through four. The analysis aimed to examine multiculturalism within the prescribed curricula of these countries, how diversity and intercultural understanding are promoted, and the results show that both countries recognize the importance of understanding and respecting different cultures and identities while encouraging the development of empathy and tolerance among students. Through various content areas such as literature, arts, and music, the curricula of both countries tend to inspire students to appreciate cultural diversity and identities. Differences exist in emphasized elements, where the Hungarian curriculum leans more towards enhancing national Hungarian heritage, while the Serbian curriculum highlights cultural diversity both domestically and internationally. Based on an examination of approaches to multiculturalism in the elementary school curricula of the Republic of Serbia and Hungary, future research could delve deeper into the effectiveness of these programs in achieving multiculturalism goals, with a particular focus on the awareness and training of teachers for implementing these contents, recognized as an essential predictor in the literature for achieving multicultural education.
Modern-day periodicals: Fan-fiction and the platforms where they are hosted
Authors: Ivan Alexandra
Published: February 2024

Fan-fiction has a decades-long history of existence, with its debut preceding the invention of the internet. However, nowadays, fan-fiction in the form of writing has moved almost exclusively to designated platforms for hosting fanfiction as well as social media, where the terms and conditions permit it. The present paper aims to analyse the social media sites where fan-fiction creations were or are currently hosted within their selected communities and the ways in which the platforms are influencing the form of the text themselves. Wattpad, and AO3, as fanfiction hosting platforms, as well LiveJournal, Tumblr, and Twitter have been used as places to disseminate fan-fictional content, be it images or in textual form. The analysis will include the requirements of the content creators with regards to the platform prerequisites for publishing new content, as well as the limitations of the platforms and the effect they have on the fan-fiction itself, from shortened tags for ship names all the way to its structure. The paper aims to be a brief cataloguing of aspects of each platform in itself as well as the "unspoken rules" devised by individual fandoms for the purpose of making the content more accessible to readers and also to abide by the requirement for content warnings and tags with respect to the matters contained within the creation.
The Bulgarian registry book of births of The Kuršumlia church (1916-1918) as testimony of The attempt to Bulgarization of The population of Toplica in The First World War
Authors: Stanojević Saša
Published: February 2024

The paper presents for the first time the register of births of the church of St. Nicholas in Kuršumlia, kept during 1916-1918, during the occupation of Serbia in the First World War. The book is part of the Collection of register books of the Historical Archive of the Toplica in Prokuplje, which consists of 96 books in total, kept between 1878 and the Second World War. It is a unique document due to the fact that, unlike the others, the data in it are filled in the Bulgarian language and script. They were brought in by the Bulgarian clergy, who, in accordance with the forced policy of the occupation authorities aimed at the Bulgarianization of the population, took over the duties of the liquidated or interned former Serbian clergy. Unlike other books born here, there was no usual rubric "nationality", and the most obvious proof of an attempt to change the national identity can be taken the modified and Bulgarianized surnames of the local Serbian population (here: Vukašinov, Miloev, Radulov...).
Protecting schools within conflict zones in Gaza Strip under International Humanitarian Law
Authors: Alburai Dima
Published: February 2024

The paper has discussed the violation against education facilities in Gaza Strip from the International Humanitarian Law (IHL) perspective 1 , explaining the challenges and the impact of armed conflict on education rights. The paper will identify those violations and will propose methodologies to improve the adoption of the IHL against them. Moreover, it will discuss the policies to decrease the impact of those violations and propose techniques to respond to the threats against children's rights within the war duration. It will be analyzed the applied IHL in the protection of the education system in Gaza Strip from the attack which happened in 2021 by exploring the efficiency of the IHL impartially. In this research, a qualitative approach has been adopted as a primary source in exploring how educational institutions should be protected within IHL (which should be respected) during attacks. As per the descriptive study, the research will investigate the importance of protecting children's educational institutions in armed conflict situations. The assessment of child protection was considered in the escalation of Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip in May 2021. The main source of data has been collected using different media such as Telephone-based semi-structured interviews, E-mail correspondence, documentary review, and agencies working in child protection in Gaza Strip; in addition, other secondary sources have been considered, such as desk review, reliable journalism, and published academic research. Continuous military operations throughout Gaza Strip compose dramatic challenges to getting highly qualified education in a safe environment for children. The air strikes and rocket attacks prevented 637,1952 students from being in school in a safe environment (Jeanne, 2008). Other reports addressed that Israeli airstrikes destroyed over 184 schools in 2021 3and caused partial or severe damage to others. As addressed in other reports, the students and the academic staff have suffered from different cases of depression and expressed their fears of asymmetric warfare in addition to being under blockage (OCHA, May 2021). Regarding the laws governing educational facilities and institutions' protection, IHL still has some space for improvement that can be addressed and applied in the future to enhance them (Adam, 2011). It is known that numerous kid fatalities and schools suffered partial or total destruction as a result of military activities. On the same, it is documented that the levels of violence against educational organizations and schools hit unheard-of levels in the last ten years.
Human trafficking as a threat to personal security
Authors: Pajić Nataša
Published: February 2024

The subject of this article is human trafficking in the context of endangering personal security, with an individual as a referent object in need of protection. The author employs a literature review as the primary research method. The aim is to synthesize available scholarly literature and gain insights into existing theoretical generalizations and findings of empirical research examining human trafficking as a threat to personal security. Given the multidisciplinary nature of the subject, the analysis encompasses scholarly articles from various fields, particularly security studies and migration studies. The findings reveal that victims experience physical, psychological and sexual violence throughout different stages of the trafficking process, extending beyond the exploitation phase, as commonly acknowledged. The primary objective of employing various forms of violence is to maintain victims in a submissive and slave-like position, reinforcing the belief that escape is impossible. It is worth noting that researchers primarily focus on sexual exploitation, resulting in a larger body of work addressing women and girls as victims of human trafficking. Future research should aim to explore further other less visible forms of human trafficking, which may have equally severe implications for personal security. Additionally, the ongoing challenge of identifying these victims perpetuates the vicious circle of victimization. For holistic insights, it is necessary to examine this issue from a broader perspective on human security.
An essay on political polarization
Authors: Perić-Diligenski Tijana
Published: February 2024

In the paper, the author tries to answer the question, what are the sources of polarization in modern authoritarian states (that are procedurally democratic), and what are the key differences (points of conflict) bet ween the polarized parties? Research attention is focused on the analysis of the political and broader social effects of polarization and on the dilemma of whether it is even possible to reduce the negative effects of the actions of value-opposing actors? The author observes a universal sociological regularity according to which the roots of polarization almost unmistakably arise from the pluralism of social identities that are built on ideology, religion, and ethnicity and which tend to be manipulated by political elites. Primarily, artificially created political polarization is a strategy for mobilizing the electoral base, and secondarily it represents a me ans for legitimizing and consolidating populist and authoritarian regimes. Once society starts to polarize, intra-group loyalty is strengthened within competing political and other groups and a group identity is created that is sensitive to any Otherness, which is reflected in conflicts with social groups and movements that are opposed in terms of interests and values.
Chronology of Niccolo Machiavelli's anthropological pessimism
Authors: Lapčević Milivoje
Published: February 2024

The point of the article is to determine and consider the Niccolo Machiavelli's ideas about the human nature. N. Machiavelli believed that historical patterns repeat cyclically over the time. Therefore, the key to consideration hypotheses about the negative human nature, which is especially manifested in politics, was historical method. As the foundation of Machiavelli's theory is seen through a pessimistic view based on human nature, the genesis of this idea's development is revealed through chronology. The research focuses on several segments. First is presented the basic idea and assumption of human political nature in antiquity. The ideas of ancient thinkers are presented as an introduction to the thought of N. Machiavelli. A detailed account of the consideration of social life through the philosophical thought of Aristotle, shows the first ideas and explanation of the negative nature of people in politics. As the detailed historical method was the way of understanding N. Machiavelli's concretization of ancient ideas shows more clearly the way of thinking of anthropological pessimism. The Principe, as the key work N. Machiavelli's is considered through a comparative analysis with the rest of the writ ten legacy. After determining the thought of N. Machicavelli the entire idea of anthropological pessimism is linked to human rights and the chronology that follows the development of mechanisms for the protection of this set of rights. New facts and understanding of anthropological pessimism are presented as an opportunity for better acquaintance, but also for better normalization of relations within the framework of functioning of the social community
Securing tomorrow’s urban frontiers: A holistic approach to cybersecurity in smart cities
Authors: Jha Amaresh , Jha Ananya
Published: February 2024

To address the intricate interplay between digital infrastructure and urban ecosystems, this study will adopt a multidisciplinary approach, combining expertise from cybersecurity, urban planning, and information technology. The research will delve into the vulnerabilities and potential threats that arise with the integration of IoT devices, interconnected systems, and the extensive data networks inherent in Smart Cities. By understanding the technological landscape, our goal is to devise adaptive and resilient cybersecurity measures that safeguard critical infrastructures while preserving the privacy and security of citizens. The methodology involves a qualitative inquiry through an open-ended questionnaire from 50 stakeholders. The anticipated outcomes of this research include the development of practical guidelines, best practices, and policy recommendations to fortify the cybersecurity posture of existing and future Smart Cities. By addressing the intricate relationship between urbanization and technology, this project aspires to contribute to the creation of secure, resilient, and sustainable urban environments that harness the full potential of Smart City innovations while mitigating cybersecurity risks.
Council
Authors: Xygka A.
Published: February 2024

This overview highlights the Council’s (i) approval of the report on tax issues and conclusions on progress by the Code of Conduct Group during the Spanish Presidency; and (ii) identification of direct tax priorities under the Belgian presidency of the Council for the first semester of 2024.
Analisis Kesulitan Guru dalam Menyusun Modul Ajar Berbasis Kurikulum Merdeka Belajar
Authors: Taufik Taufik , Andang Andang , Imansyah M.Nur
Published: February 2024

Pelaksanaan kurikulum merdeka di sekolah memiliki keterkaitan erat dengan kemampuan guru dalam menyusun modul ajar. Guru diharuskan memiliki keterampilan untuk menyusun modul ajar secara efektif. Penelitian  ini  bertujuan untuk  menjawab  rumusan  masalah tentang Analisis Kesulitan Guru Dalam Menyusun Modul Ajar Berbasis Kurikulum Merdeka Belajar di SMP Negeri 2 Woja Kabupaten Dompu. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, ditemukan berbagai kesulitan yang dihadapi oleh guru ketika menyusun modul ajar. Ada tiga kriteria kesulitan yang diidentifikasi dalam penelitian ini, yaitu: (1) sebanyak 30% guru memahami modul ajar beserta komponennya; (2) sebanyak 25% guru memahami modul ajar namun kurang memahami komponennya; dan (3) sebanyak 45% guru tidak memahami modul ajar beserta komponennya. Menghadapi kondisi seperti ini, setiap guru yang mengalami kesulitan dalam pemahaman modul ajar menjadi tanggung jawab sekolah untuk memberikan bimbingan dan pendampingan, karena kualitas guru memiliki dampak signifikan terhadap implementasi kurikulum merdeka belajar.
Loss of Axin1 in limb mesenchymal cells leads to multiple synostoses syndrome-like phenotype in mice
Authors: Yi Dan , Xie Rong , Zeng Daofu , Xiao Jun , Xiao Guozhi , Jin Hongting , Tong Liping , Chen Di
Published: February 2024

Multiple synostoses syndrome (SYNS) is a disease characterized by the fusion of multiple joints. Unfortunately, the underlying and critical signaling pathways of this disorder remain poorly understood. Given the pivotal role of Wnt/β-catenin signaling in skeletal development and the key regulatory effect of Axin1 and Axin2 in the β-catenin pathway, limb mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) specific Axin1 conditional KO (cKO) mice and Axin1/Axin2 double KO (dKO) mice were generated to explore their involvement in joint formation. Abnormalities, such as developmental defects in joints and fusions in multiple joint tissues were observed in both Axin1 cKO and Axin1/Axin2 dKO mice, which resemble to the characteristics of human SYNS disease including synostoses of carpal and tarsal bones, as well as ankylosis of elbow joint and knee joint. Administration of β-catenin or BMP inhibitor significantly reversed the joint fusion phenotype in Axin1 cKO mice. Our findings suggest that Axin1 plays a key role in joint formation by inhibiting β-catenin-BMP signaling and could potentially serve as a therapeutic target for SYNS.