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Crassocephalum crepidioides as a sustainable protein supplement in Chocolatemahseer (Neolissochilus hexagonolepis) diets: Implications for growth,health, and economic viability in sustainable aquaculture
Authors: DEBNATH CHANDAN
Published: October 2024

This study investigated the potential of Crassocephalum crepidioides, an abundant weed as a protein supplement in chocolate mahseer (Neolissochilus hexagonolepis) diets. The plant replaced a combination of fish meal and mustard oil cake at 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% in experimental diets. A 12-week feeding trial was conducted to assess growth performance, survival, biomass yield, digestive enzyme activity, blood parameters, and economic viability. Results indicated that C. crepidioides can effectively replace up to 61.3% of the combined fish meal and mustard oil cake protein without negatively impacting fish health or growth, while reducing feed costs. Fish fed diets with 25% replacement showed improved weight gain (15.5±0.7 g) and biomass yield (6.05±0.25 kg/m³) compared to the control (14.6±0.8 g and 5.75±0.28 kg/m³, respectively). Survival rates were high across all treatments (94.0- 97.3%). Digestive enzyme activities and blood parameters remained within normal ranges for inclusion levels up to 75%. Economic analysis revealed potential cost savings of up to 15.5% when incorporating C. crepidioides into mahseer diets. This finding presents an opportunity to develop low-cost fish feed for resource-poor farmers in Meghalaya, effectively converting a local weed into a valuable aquaculture input, with broader implications for sustainable aquaculture practices globally.
IMPLEMENTATION OF ONLINE DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND MARKETPLACE LIABILITY BASED ON THE PRINCIPLE OF INTERMEDIARY LIABILITY
Authors: Hidayati Maslihati Nur , Suartini Suartini
Published: October 2024

The rapid growth of online transactions aligns with the increasing potential for disputes between consumers and businesses. The problem is the need for national regulations governing ODR, although some marketplaces have implemented internal dispute resolution systems. This research uses John Rawls' theory of distributive justice to analyze marketplace liability in online dispute resolution, focusing on the principle of intermediary liability. The research method involves a literature review and case analysis on several platforms such as Tokopedia, Shopee, AliExpress, and eBay. The results show that although some marketplaces have developed efficient ODR systems, there are still challenges related to transparency, security, and fairness. Marketplaces are expected to create a more comprehensive and equitable system, considering equal access for consumers.
THE INFLUENCE OF MOTIVATION AND WORKLOAD O EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN PT. INTEGRA SYNERGY SERVICES
Authors: Pratama Angga , Somad Abdul
Published: October 2024

This study aims to determine the extent to which Motivation and Workload affect employee performance at PT Sinergi Integra Services (Tower Batavia Area, Central Jakarta) both partially and simultaneously. The research method used is quantitative descriptive which aims to describe the situation objectively by using numerical data collected through questionnaires. The sampling technique used is non-probability sampling with saturated sampling technique involving all 55 employees. Data analysis was carried out using the hypothesis testing method with the help of SPSS version 26 software. The results of the study indicate that Motivation and Workload have a significant influence on employee performance, both when tested partially and simultaneously. Based on the partial statistical test or t-test, it is known that Motivation significantly affects employee performance, while Workload is also proven to have a significant effect on employee performance. When tested simultaneously, the results show that Motivation and Workload together have a significant effect on employee performance. This indicates that the influence of Motivation and Workload on employee performance is 82.7%, while the rest, which is 17.3%, is influenced by other factors not included in the variables of this study.
ANALISIS INTENSITAS CURAH HUJAN DAN KURVA IDF (INTENSITY-DURATION-FREQUENCY) METODE MONONOBE DI KOTA SALATIGA
Authors: Rakhmawati Gita
Published: October 2024

Extreme rainfall in Indonesia has led to natural disasters in many areas including Salatiga City. Many human activities depend on the amount of rainfall that falls on the earth's surface. In the field of civil engineering, research on rainfall is very common because many activities related to civil engineering use rainfall data such as for water resource management, drainage development, dam construction and other building construction.  This study aims to determine the amount of rainfall intensity and IDF curves in Salatiga City for return periods of 2 years, 5 years, 10 years, 25 years, 50 years and 100 years. The data used in this study is the maximum daily rainfall data collected from Salatiga Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS). The type of distribution selected in this study is the Log Pearson Type III probability distribution. The results of the analysis show that the highest rainfall intensity occurs at a short duration (5 minutes) in the 100-year return period of 106.66 mm/hour and the results of the IDF curve show that the shorter the rainfall time, the higher the rainfall intensity while the longer the rainfall time, the smaller the rainfall intensity at each return period T.
Real-time Monitoring of Carbon Dioxide with IoT ThingSpeak using TiO2 Thick Film Gas Sensor
Authors: Chachuli Siti Amaniah Mohd , Ying Wong Hui , Shamsudin Nur Hazahsha , Coban Omer
Published: October 2024

Carbon dioxide is a colorless, odorless, and non-flammable gas and is claimed to be the fourth most abundant in the earth's atmosphere. Carbon dioxide emission is mainly generated by human and animal exhalation, decomposition of organic matter, and forest fires. Moreover, human activities in the industrial sector emit high levels of carbon dioxide gas, such as through fossil fuel burning, transportation, and deforestation. It is also an asphyxiant and high exposure to it may lead to health effects in humans such as headaches, breathing difficulty, tiredness, coma, and elevated blood pressure. Therefore, in this paper, a carbon dioxide gas sensor with IoT using TiO2 is proposed to observe varying concentrations of carbon dioxide gas at room temperature. Three similar gas sensors were fabricated via screen-printing technology to compare their performance towards carbon dioxide. The hardware development consisted of an Arduino Uno R3 with ESP 8266 Wi-Fi module, wires, LCD display, red and green LEDs, and a 5V power supply. The ThingSpeak application was integrated with the gas sensor and hardware parts to monitor the carbon dioxide concentration in a real-time system. Gas sensor G1 produced the highest response and highest sensitivity with values of 2.120 and 0.245, respectively.
Towards more culturally aware teaching of ‘scientific practices’: Understanding science as a social-historical human endeavour
Authors: Palmer Helen , Efstathiou Sophia , Lykknes Annette
Published: October 2024

‘Scientific practices’ are included as a core element in Norway’s new science curriculum as of 2020. In dialogue with international research on the teaching and learning of scientific practices, Haug et al. (2021) have identified and operationalised eight central scientific practices to support a shared understanding within science education. We are responding to Haug et al.'s invitation to contribute to the discussion about how we can understand and work with practices as they are described in the science curriculum in Norway. We supplement their approach, by enriching the eight practices identified by: (a) recognising the social and historical dimensions of science, (b) appreciating a plurality of knowledge-making practices beyond scientific inquiry, (c) connecting teaching to actual science practices. We further introduce a ninth practice we call “Doing science together”. This supplementary work is aimed at foregrounding the relationship between science practices and the nature of science. Implications for use are discussed, including suggestions for learning outcome areas for preservice and in-service science teachers.
Collaborative balance rule learning: Do students’ age, group composition, prior knowledge, and scientific reasoning skills matter?
Authors: Lehtinen Antti , Pehkonen Salla , Nieminen Pasi , Hähkiöniemi Markus
Published: October 2024

Research on balance rule learning has focused on studies done in individual settings. This study investigates how students collaboratively learn balance rules and focuses especially on four variables that potentially affect rule development: student age, group composition, prior knowledge, and scientific reasoning skills. Eight-, ten- and twelve-year-old students collaboratively used a designed simulation-based learning environment with an open experimentation space and tasks that required progressively more complex balance rules. Students’ balance rules were tested before and after intervention with the Balance Scale Test and their scientific reasoning skills were tested with items from the Science-P Reasoning Inventory. The results show that the intervention was successful in developing students’ balance rules. Logistic regression show that the students’ previous knowledge was the only variable that affected the likelihood of rule development. Students’ with less complex pre-test rules developed their rules more often than students with more complex pre-test rules when controlling for the other variables. The results go against some previous findings and show that a collaborative setting can lead to balance rule learning with primary school aged students.
Læreplananalyse av temaet landformer i norsk grunnskole (1974-2020) sett i lys av sentrale teorier om barns læring
Authors: Lünell Rikke , Rønning Wenche , Frøyland Merethe
Published: October 2024

How the theme landforms is treated in Norwegian curricula has changed over years. The aim of this study was to identify and understand such changes, and to analyze how the facilitation of the content harmonizes with central theories of children’s learning. This was a qualitative content analysis.
All curricula facilitate landform learning in the pupil's local environment, and work methods that facilitate social interactive processes are strongly emphasized. This harmonizes well with a sociocultural constructivist view of learning.
Over time, however, content about landforms has been reduced and become more scientific and academic. An example of this is the introduction of The Geological Cycle in the last curriculum. The reduction of content allows for more in-depth understanding, but academization may also cause alienation. The cultural aspects in this curriculum were also weakened, which does not harmonize with a theory of children's animistic thinking.
Towards a digital preschool community: Applying activity theory to explore teachers’ views and use of digital tools in science activities
Authors: Otterborn Anna , Sundberg Bodil , Schönborn Konrad
Published: October 2024

As a result of the increasing digitalisation of society, integration of digital tools has recently been made imperative in the Swedish preschool curricula. This study explores how experienced preschool teachers enact this task when teaching science. Thematic analysis of 13 teachers’ descriptions of why and how they integrate digital tools revealed that digital tools were purposefully used to simultaneously expand science learning and foster fundamental values according to the curriculum. Children’s perspectives, interests, and agency were foregrounded in all activities, and digital and analogue tools were combined to complement children’s various ways of learning and provide opportunities for creativity and exploration. The use of Activity Theory as an analytical lens showed that varying epistemological views within communities might cause tensions when experienced teachers pursue their visions of introducing digital tools. An implication of the study is that varying epistemological views and competences within preschool communities need to be resolved to pursue future digitalisation of preschool science at a larger scale.
Undervisningsutveckling genom analyser av elevers lärande av handlingskompetens gällande antibiotikaresistens
Authors: Eriksson Cecilia , Lidar Malena , Lundqvist Eva
Published: October 2024

The aim of this study is to investigate how teaching about antibiotic resistance and action competence can be designed and modelled based on analyses of student learning. Analyses are made of students’ privileging when asked to discuss complex tasks related to antibiotic resistance where knowledge from multiple disciplines and perspectives is relevant to use and where different courses of action are possible. Teaching were performed in two cycles with a didactic analysis and remodeling of teaching in between. The results make visible how teaching can be modelled by making space for subject knowledge as well as values and priorities. With a sharper focus in the modified teaching, students could debate the content that the teaching was aimed at. We discuss the challenges of finding content that is relevant and engaging for students and that also draws attention to multiple perspectives and potential conflicts of interest on the issue.
Reforzar la legitimidad, la reputación y la confianza en las ONG
Authors: Cordobés Tejeiro Mar , Carreras Fisas Ignasi , Sureda Varela Maria
Published: October 2024

La confianza es un activo muy valioso para todas las instituciones, también en el tercer sector, ya que dependen de ella para obtener legitimidad y apoyo, colaborar con otros actores y avanzar en sus objetivos y misiones organizacionales. En un contexto de “déficit de confianza” a escala global, ¿cómo se sitúan las ONG? Muchas organizaciones sociales no han prestado hasta ahora suficiente atención a reforzar la confianza de la sociedad en ellas, bajo el supuesto que, por sus propios fines, se presuponían éticas y confiables. Sin embargo, en un entorno altamente polarizado como el actual, esto ya no es suficiente. Es necesario que las ONG desarrollen estrategias activas e intencionales para promover y gestionar la confianza de sus grupos de interés en ellas, para reforzar su legitimidad y su reputación. La publicación que se presenta analiza las tendencias que afectan a la confianza que se deposita en las ONG, así como los factores principales en su construcción, determinando qué acciones y áreas deben trabajarse para reforzar su legitimidad y su relevancia como sector.
Didactic strategies to enhance meaningful learning in higher education
Authors: López Mite Nataly Rocío , Véliz Aráuz Carlos Ernesto
Published: October 2024

Currently, the majority of teachers strive to innovate various teaching-learning techniques in order to provide better learning opportunities to their students. For this reason, teachers must refine these skills so that students "learn how to learn." Teachers must adapt to different learning styles to meet the needs of students, generating meaningful learning and improving academic performance. With this in mind, the objective of the study was to analyze the didactic strategies that promote meaningful learning in higher education. To achieve this, an exploratory systematic review was conducted using the PRISMA methodology, utilizing Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, and Epistemonikos as sources of information for works published from 2019 to 2023. From this analysis, a connection was found between communication and information technologies in didactic strategies used to promote and/or generate meaningful learning, and sets of strategies focused on individualizing teaching. It is concluded that didactic strategies contribute to the development of activities in higher education, as they foster and improve learning through student experience via didactics focused on individualized teaching, which assist in group teaching centered on information presentation and collaborative work through schemes, concept maps, summaries, questions, analogies, feedback, glossaries, semantic networks, etc
Variation in Morphological Characteristic and Growth Rate of Isolated Dikaryotic Ganoderma boninense Mycelia on Nutrient Medium and Rubberwood Block: A Cue for Their Virulency
Authors:   IOI Research Centre, 2 km Gemencheh Batang Melaka Road, 73200 Gemencheh, Negeri Sembilan Darul Khusus, Malaysia, G HAGILAA , R R LIM , T D CHEW , S K NG , J MATHEWS , T Y SENG , T W CHEAH ,   IOI Palm Biotech, IOI Resort, 62000 Putrajaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
Published: October 2024

Undeniably, the formation of new Ganoderma variants within the plantation rapidly declines the life expectancy of oil palm trees. The produced variants induce severe infection on the palm, largely impeding disease management approaches to prevent infection. Selection of the high virulent of Ganoderma spp. affiliated with stem rot disease is crucial for assessing the planting material to identify either resistant or tolerant oil palm cultivars and optimise treatment strategies in line with species varieties. So far, the genetic diversity and virulency of these Ganoderma species in the IOI Group estate have not yet been explored. About seven basidocarps were collected from Ganoderma-infected palms and identified as Ganoderma boninense. The cultural traits of these nine isolates, including P4.1E and PER71 showed distinct phenotypical variations on potato dextrose agar (PDA). Though sequence analysis revealed four PM09C isolates were 100 per cent identical, incompatible reactions were observed among isolates, similar to other isolates from different fields. The mycelia rate expansion on the nutrient medium had a significantly correlated relationship to the disease incidence (DI) (r = 0.750), disease severity index (DSI) (r = 0.690) and death rate (DR) (r = 0.732). Overall, these findings contribute to the understanding of Ganoderma species in the estate and provide valuable insights for developing targeted management strategies in evaluating tolerant planting material for future replanting. Keywords: Ganoderma, oil palm, basal stem rot, genetic diversity, virulency.
TOKAT GAZİOSMANPAŞA ÜNİVERSİTESİ ÖĞRENCİLERİNİN SİYASAL KATILIM DÜZEYLERİNİN BAZI DEĞİŞKENLER AÇISINDAN İNCELENMESİ
Authors: Sarıca Halil İbrahim , Güven Ahmet
Published: October 2024

Siyasal katılım, yönetilen her bir vatandaşın (halkın) şahsi fikir ve görüşleriyle yönetimi etkileme ve karar alma süreçlerine aktif olarak katılmasıdır. Kavram olarak siyasal katılım, siyaset bilimi literatürüne giriş yaptığı andan bugüne kadar önemini korumuş ve birçok akademik çalışmanın konusu olmuştur. Siyasal karar alma sürecinde bireyler, çeşitli faktörlerin etkisi altında az veya çok bilgi sahibi olurlar ve bu etkilerin değişkenliği doğrultusunda kararlarını belirlerler. Okullar, siyasal toplumsallaşmanın etkili bir şekilde gerçekleştiği ve etkin vatandaş yetiştirmeyi amaçlayan kurumlardır. Bu araştırmada üniversite öğrencilerinin siyasal katılımlarının bazı değişkenler açısından incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmada nicel araştırma yöntemlerinden biri olan tarama modeli kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın örneklemini 2023-2024 eğitim- öğretim yılında Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa Üniversitesinde okumakta olan 403 öğrenci oluşturmaktadır. Araştırma verilerini toplamak için Topbaş (2009) tarafından geliştirilen siyasal katılım ölçeği kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın sonucunda; üniversite öğrencilerinin siyasal eylem, siyasal kampanya aktiviteleri ve siyasal üyelik katılımlarının çok düşük düzeyde, siyasal ilgi katılımlarının düşük düzeyde, ancak salt oy kullanma katılımlarının yüksek düzeyde olduğu; cinsiyet, bölüm, sınıf, ailenin aylık geliri, daha önce oy kullanma ve siyasal parti üyeliği değişkenlerine göre anlamlı farklılıklar olduğu sonucuna ulaşılmıştır.
CHOOSING TARGET JOURNALS
Authors: Benlidayi Ilke Coskun
Published: October 2024

CHOOSING TARGET JOURNALS
Revolutionizing Prosthodontics with Artificial Intelligence: A Narrative review
Authors: Rehman Farwa , Saleem Tayyaba
Published: October 2024

The revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence (Al) on prosthodontics is addressed in this narrative review with focus on how it has changed the way patients are examined. Additionally, machine learning is used which aids in greater accuracy and customization when creating a treatment plan for the patient. Artificial intelligence (AI)-driven technologies are essential in the creation and manufacturing of prostheses and has improved computer-aided design (CAD) systems, making it easier to create customized, anatomically accurate prosthetic limbs. Apart from its practical uses Artificial Intelligence fosters an Ongoing investigation and advancement in the field of prosthodontics, as new materials, techniques, and treatment approaches are developed, Al system continuously incorporate lessons from real patient experiences, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the field. To address the inherent difficulties in traditional approaches this paper explores a convincing case for using Al in decision making and treatment planning in  prosthodontics. Through use of unique patient data to support evidence-based decisions treatment planning can become more precise and personalized by leveraging Al analytical powers. Furthermore, the incorporation of Al-powered technologies including CAD and 3D printing is being investigated as a way to optimize manufacturing process of different of prostheses. Al is playing a crucial role in molding the future of the discipline as highlighted by the ongoing research element. This article highlights the revolutionary potential of artificial intelligence (Al) in prosthodontics, providing a state of and patient-centered approach to dental care.
Digital Transformation Development Strategies to Improve Sustainable Performance
Authors: R. Shafay Zahra
Published: October 2024

This article examines the intersection of virtual transformation and sustainable overall performance, highlighting strategies corporations can implement to enhance their operational effectiveness while selling sustainability. It begins with a complete know-how of digital transformation, defining its key additives and the technological improvements riding this change. The significance of sustainable performance is mentioned, emphasizing its growing relevance in these days’s commercial enterprise landscape, wherein stakeholders an increasing number of call for environmentally and socially accountable practices. The article explores how integrating digital transformation initiatives with sustainability dreams can lead to synergistic advantages, growing an aggressive benefit for companies. Implementation techniques for virtual transformation are mentioned, focusing on frameworks that facilitate the adoption of innovative technologies at the same time as ensuring alignment with sustainable overall performance targets. Case research and exemplary practices from various industries illustrate successful digital transformation efforts that have undoubtedly impacted sustainability outcomes. In conclusion, the item offers insights into destiny guidelines for studies and practice, urging groups to embrace virtual transformation no longer merely as a technological improvement but as a holistic technique to attaining long-term sustainability. By exploring these issues, this examines objectives to provide a valuable aid for practitioners and researchers looking to navigate the complexities of digital transformation within the context of sustainable overall performance. Keywords : Digital Transformation, Sustainable Performance, Development Strategies
The Role of Logistics Management in Achieving Broad Effectiveness in Implementing Storage and Distribution Operations in the Companies of the Egyptian Pharmaceutical Sector
Authors: Elsayed Mahmoud Ali Zeinab
Published: October 2024

This article explores the vital function of logistics control in improving the performance of storage and distribution operations inside the Egyptian pharmaceutical quarter. As modern enterprise operations increasingly depend on powerful logistics, this observation highlights the importance of integrating garage and distribution approaches to streamline operations and decrease fees. The evaluation delves into the impact of technological improvements, along with automation and information analytics, on improving logistics overall performance. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are mentioned as essential gear for measuring overall performance and ensuring responsibility in logistics operations. Furthermore, the item addresses the developing significance of sustainability in logistics, emphasizing practices that decrease environmental impact even as maximizing operational efficiency. Finally, the object identifies destiny developments and demanding situations in logistics management, presenting insights into how businesses can adapt to evolving market demands. By emphasizing the imperative role of logistics control, this observe goals to equip stakeholders in the Egyptian pharmaceutical sector with the knowledge and strategies essential to reap significant effectiveness of their operations. Keywords : Logistic Management, Implementing Storage, Distribution Operations, Pharmaceutical Sector.
QUALITY ENHANCEMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION IN CAMBODIA
Authors: Chheng Dr. Ly
Published: October 2024

Quality improvement is critical for both public and private colleges in Cambodia. The purpose of this study is to identify common quality management practices in Cambodian Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), measure the relationships between quality management and quality assessments (internal and external), and evaluate the relationships between quality assessments and HE quality enhancement. A quantitative research approach was used in this study to evaluate the factors between quality enhancement and quality management for their significant implications. This study used simple and multivariate regressions to look at how quality assurance variables affect higher education quality. The study developed accurate questionnaires for 337 people from Cambodia's private and public higher education colleges and institutes, including academics and management staff. According to the findings, the majority of institutions regarded academic curriculum, facilities, educational management, academic staff and teaching methodologies, and student evaluation as critical quality management measures. However, they placed less emphasis on cooperation. The multiple regression analysis revealed that factors related to internal quality assessment (IQA), external quality assessment (EQA), and HE quality enhancement were consistent, indicating that academic curriculum, student assessment, facilities, support staff, and collaborations were potential factors for improving higher education quality. The emphasis on Internal Quality Assessment (IQA) and External Quality Assessment (EQA) resulted in dramatically enhanced higher education quality. Highly ranked institutions tended to have a better IQA and EQA system, and IQA and EQA played an important role in conducting frequent examinations of quality management methods.
A Mediating Effect of Customer Experience on the Relationship between Metaverse Usage and Purchase Intention: A Conceptual Development
Authors: Samsudin Shamsul Nazrin , Ishar Nor Irvoni Mohd , Thurasamy Ramayah
Published: October 2024

This study examines the mediating effect of customer experience on the relationship between metaverse usage and purchase intention, providing a conceptual framework to understand consumer behavior within virtual environments. As the metaverse rapidly evolves into a significant platform for interaction and commerce, understanding how user engagement translates into purchasing decisions is crucial for businesses and marketers. The framework posits that metaverse usage encompasses the frequency and depth of interactions users have with virtual spaces, which significantly influences their overall customer experience. A positive customer experience is characterized by factors such as satisfaction, emotional connection, and engagement, all of which are critical in shaping consumers' purchase intentions. When users perceive their interactions in the metaverse as enjoyable and meaningful, they are more likely to develop a favorable attitude towards the brands and products featured in these environments. The study integrates insights from established models, including the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Stimulus-Organism-Response (SOR) model, to highlight how various elements of the metaverse such as perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and perceived enjoyment which is affect customer experience. By establishing customer experience as a mediator, this research illustrates how metaverse usage not only influences direct purchasing behavior but also shapes the emotional and cognitive processes that underpin decision-making. Ultimately, this conceptual development aims to provide actionable insights for businesses looking to optimize their strategies in the metaverse. By understanding the pathways through which customer experience mediates the relationship between metaverse engagement and purchase intention, companies can create more compelling virtual experiences that foster customer loyalty and drive sales. This research contributes to the growing body of literature on digital consumer behavior, emphasizing the importance of customer experience in shaping purchasing decisions in virtual environments.
حقوق الطفل في ضوء الشريعة الإسلامية والتشريعات الدولية المعاصرة: دراسة تحليلية ورؤية نقدية
Authors: محمود أ.د. خالد صلاح حنفي
Published: October 2024

على الرغم من الجهود التى بذلتها الدول العربية في مجال حقوق الطفل من إصدار للقوانين والتشريعات، وتنفيذ العديد من المبادرات، وجهود الإصلاح، إلا أن الهوة بقيت عميقة وشديدة الاتساع بين التبني الاسمي لمجموعة من القوانين المكرسة للحقوق وتطبيقها وتنفيذها الفعلي. وبالرغم من التزايد الواضح في عدد التشريعات التي توسع من هامش الحريات، إلا أن ذلك لم يساهم بشكل فعلي في النهوض بحقوق الطفل على النحو المأمول، مع سيادة أنماط التسلط في كثير من الأسر العربية، وتفاقم مشكلات الطفولة العربية من عمالة وعنف وانخفاض مستويات التعليم والصحة في كثير من أنحاء العالم العربي، إضافة إلى الصراعات المسلحة والحروب التى أثرت سلباً على الأوضاع المعيشية للأطفال وأعاقت حصول الطفل العربي على أبسط حقوقه.
لذلك سعت هذه الدراسة باستخدام المنهج الوصفي وتحليل الدراسات والبحوث  إلى تحليل مفهوم حقوق الطفل، وأسسها ومقوماتها وأبرز هذه الحقوق وصورها من منظور الشريعة الإسلامية، وما ورد فى الاتفاقيات والمواثيق الدولية والعالمية، وتحليل واقع الطفل العربي ومشكلاته، وتحديد أبرز السبل لتطبيق تلك الحقوق واقعياً وعملياً، ومتطلبات تحقيق تلك الرؤية وآلياتها.
Role of kitchen Gardens in Diversifying Diets among Semi-arid Inhabitants of Igamba Ngombe in Tharaka Nithi county, Kenya
Authors:   University of Nairobi, Department of Food Science Nutrition and Technology, Nairobi, Kenya, Thuku Linet Njeri , Makau Wambui Kogi ,   University of Nairobi, Department of Food Science Nutrition and Technology, Nairobi, Kenya, Abong' George Ooko ,   University of Nairobi, Department of Food Science Nutrition and Technology, Nairobi, Kenya
Published: October 2024

Achieving dietary diversity in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands is a big challenge due to the weather patterns in this climatic zone. Low rainfall and high-temperature levels negatively affect food production and livestock in these areas. Kitchen gardens are known to directly improve food security at household levels by ensuring access to nutritious and diversified foods; information on the role they play in Arid and Semi-arid lands is scanty. A comparative study was conducted between August and September 2019 to determine dietary diversity among 98 practicing and 221 non-practicing households. Data entry and analysis were performed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20 and Microsoft excel. Results showed that kitchen garden practicing and non-practicing households had similar characteristics in age, sex, main occupation, and type of contribution to a household (p >0.05) but differed significantly (p <0.05) in the level of education and gender of the household head. The study showed a significant difference (p<0.05) in the dietary diversity scores between the two groups. Kitchen gardening practicing households had a more diversified diet than non-practicing households. This could be contributed by the fact that all the households that practiced kitchen gardening had planted more than one type of vegetable, and the majority (71%) of the participants, had more than two types of vegetables. Out of all the four indicators of sustainability used in the study, the water source was the most significant setback. In conclusion, kitchen gardens influence the dietary diversity of households. Key Words: Dietary Diversity, Household, Kitchen Garden, Semi-Arid Lands
Perspective Chapter: Online Imago Couple Therapy - Characteristics and Unexpected Advantages
Authors: Noy-Sharav Dorit
Published: October 2024

The onset of COVID-19 compelled couple therapists to reassess their long-established methods of communicating with clients. Online therapy became the new available option and has maintained its popularity to this day. The technical difficulties and limitations of online psychotherapy and of couple therapy in particular, have been discussed at length in the literature. In this chapter, I will share my experience with three couples. Their specific stressful situations, addressed through Imago Relationship Therapy (IRT) via Zoom, enabled a deepening and acceleration of beneficial relationship processes, resulting in a flourishing phase in their relationships. The essential principles of IRT, which focus on “the space between,” will be described. Issues such as the interplay between distance and unexpected intimacy, the benefit of transferring the secure setting from the clinic to the home and even the bedroom, and the opportunity to work with couples situated in different locations will be explored.
Exploring User Cultural Identity in Shaping Reflective Design Style on Interactive User Interfaces
Authors: Duc Son Nguyen
Published: October 2024

In the context of globalization, interactive products need to be designed to reflect individual cultures and social communities. The research reveals the significance of cultural identity in influencing design styles within interactive user interfaces. Understanding how diverse cultural backgrounds impact user preferences and interactions is essential for creating inclusive and effective designs. This research focuses on the intersection of cultural identity and design aesthetics, exploring how users’ cultural heritage, beliefs, and values play a key role in shaping reflective design styles. By incorporating these cultural elements into interactive interface design, designers can foster connections and enhance user engagement and experience. The chapter aims to uncover insights in culture, psychology and aesthetics that enrich the design process. As a result, it paves the way for culturally responsive and resonant user experiences across digital platforms all over the world.
Challenges of Immigration Policy Reform in the US: A Sociological Perspective on Partisan Divisions
Authors: Ussery Tucker Stacey
Published: October 2024

Immigration is a complex and contentious issue in the United States, with political partisanship playing a significant role in shaping policy, practices, and perceptions. Despite being one of the most pressing national issues, efforts to reform immigration policy are consistently hindered by partisan politics. This chapter explores immigration trends in the U.S. over the past two decades and delves into four key issues: border security, the economic impacts of immigration, public perceptions, and integration and social issues. By studying the social, cultural, and economic factors that influence attitudes toward and policy decisions surrounding immigration, sociologists can help policymakers develop more effective and equitable immigration policies.
Volcano Geology: A Fundamental Tool to Quantify Volcanic Hazards
Authors: Martí Joan
Published: October 2024

Volcanic hazard assessment relies on analyzing past eruptions documented in historical and geological records to identify potential future eruptive scenarios and assign probabilities to their occurrence. This process involves quantifying geological data, such as the composition, distribution, and textures of volcanic products, to understand magma properties, eruption dynamics, and depositional mechanisms. Such data are crucial for evaluating the potential impact, exposure, and vulnerability of areas at risk from future eruptions. Both probabilistic and deterministic approaches may be used, depending on the purpose of the hazard assessment, but geological data remain the foundation for models that predict volcanic hazards. However, volcanic systems are inherently complex, making it difficult to precisely quantify these data. As a result, only thresholds or ranges are often provided, contributing to significant uncertainty in the assessment. This uncertainty must be clearly communicated for accurate interpretation of the results. Additionally, many active volcanoes lack sufficient data, especially those with long intervals between eruptions, further complicating hazard assessments. Despite these challenges, volcanic hazard assessment is critical for reducing risks and preparing for future volcanic events.
El prófugo: prólogo en el cielo (y en el infierno). Terror y melodrama de la mujer desconocida
Authors: Setton Román
Published: October 2024

El artículo estudia el prólogo de El prófugo (2020), de Natalia Meta, que constituye, a nuestro entender, una unidad narrativa autónoma –por cierto, muy extensa–. El estudio se lleva a cabo en relación con las teorías sobre el género de terror y las representaciones de género (gender) asociadas a él. También indaga, en menor medida, los vínculos del film con el fantástico y el melodrama. Los modos de representación y construcción de las masculinidades y feminidades hegemónicas, alternativas y disidentes articulan los vínculos entre el deseo, la represión y la ley. Dentro de este contexto, el artículo se centra en los modos de represión y opresión que articulan la relación entre Leopoldo e Inés durante las vacaciones en México y cómo funciona la muerte de Leopoldo como marco del resto del film. Las teorías de Herbert Marcuse –y en parte la lectura que Juan José Sebreli hace de Marcuse– sobre el ocio y los modos de represión en el capitalismo patriarcal de la sociedad posindustrial, así como las teorías sobre el género de terror de Noël Carroll y Robin Wood y la del melodrama de Stanley Cavell son utilizadas para abordar el análisis. El método de trabajo consiste en la discusión de los abordajes críticos de la película y, a partir de allí, el análisis del film (close reading) y sus vinculaciones con las teorías estéticas y estético-políticas de Marcuse, Sebreli y Cavell. La película de Meta, pretendemos mostrar, plantea de un modo innovador y feminista los vínculos entre el deseo, la ley, la normalidad y lo monstruoso y subvierte en gran medida la tradición mainstream del género de terror.
Artificial intelligence: education and impacts on children and young people
Authors:   Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology, Smith Benedict , Gajjar Devyani
Published: October 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) promises to be a vital technology, but how should it be used in education? Should people be educated about AI? What are key concerns?
القضية الجنوبية في مؤتمر الحوار الوطني اليمني "قراءة في عناصر العملية التفاوضية"
Authors: أحمد جمال جواس
Published: October 2024

تتمثل القضية الجنوبية في اليمن في مجموعة متعددة من الآثار والقضايا الحقوقية والسياسية والاقتصادية والعسكرية والاجتماعية والثقافية التي تعرض لها أبناء المحافظات الجنوبية بعد قيام الوحدة اليمنية عام 1990م بين شطري اليمن آنذاك. وقد تم مناقشة هذه المطالب في مؤتمر الحوار الوطني اليمني الذي انعقد في العام 2013 عن طريق مشاركة ممثلين عن الحركات الجنوبية والقوى السياسية اليمنية. يستكشف هذا البحث السياقات التي تم على إثرها إجراء مفاوضات القضية الجنوبية في مؤتمر الحوار الوطني اليمني ويحلل عناصر العملية التفاوضية التي تم تبنيها في هذا السياق. كما يسعى البحث الحالي إلى دراسة أنماط المفاوضات التي اتسمت بها مفاوضات القضية الجنوبية في مؤتمر الحوار الوطني، يكشف عن تكتيكات التفاوض التي استخدمها المفاوضون أثناء جلسات وفترة انعقاد المؤتمر، ومحاولة استكشاف الاختلافات بين المفاوضين. توصلت نتائج البحث الحالي إلى تنوع أنماط المفاوضات في القضية الجنوبية بين النمط المبدئي في النصف الأول من الحوار، والنمط الصلب في النصف الثاني من الحوار والذي شهد تجاذبات حادة بين مختلف الأطراف المتفاوضة. كما كشفت نتائج الدراسة عن استخدم المفاوضين اليمنيين العديد من تكتيكات التفاوض خصوصاً تكتيك التثبيت، والبعبع، والوقت المحدد، واستدعاء سلطة أعلى، وتكتيك العرض المبالغ فيه، سواءً كان استخدامهم لهذه التكتيكات وفق دراية وعلم أو بشكل عفوي. وخلصت الدراسة إلى أن المفاوضين استطاعوا الوصول إلى صيغة توافقية للقضية الجنوبية تمثل الحد الأدنى من القواسم المشتركة بين الفرقاء السياسيين في اليمن، وهو ما عكسته الوثيقة النهائية لمؤتمر الحوار الوطني الشامل والتي وقع عليها معظم المكونات السياسية المشاركة في مؤتمر الحوار الوطني.
The Effect Of Nigella Sativa Administration In Reducing Oxidative Damage In Covid-19 Patients: A Clinical And In Silico Study
Authors: Diany Holly , Nurrasyidah Ira , Haryati Haryati , Isa Mohamad , Kusumawardhani Erna
Published: October 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant challenges to public health, particularly about the oxidative damage caused by infection. Nigella sativa, known for its antioxidant properties, has been extensively studied as a potential therapeutic agent to reduce oxidative damage. This study aims to evaluate the effects of Nigella sativa administration in reducing oxidative damage in COVID-19 patients through a clinical and in silico approach. The research methods include a clinical trial on COVID-19 patients supplemented with Nigella sativa and in silico molecular analysis to identify the interaction mechanisms between the active components of Nigella sativa and SARS-CoV-2 proteins. The results showed that Nigella sativa significantly reduced oxidative stress biomarkers in patients, and in silico results revealed the potential of its active components to inhibit critical enzymes of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Based on these findings, it is concluded that Nigella sativa has potential as an adjunct therapy in reducing oxidative damage in COVID-19 patients. Further research is required to confirm these results through broader, more in-depth clinical trials.
A Study of Mobility as a Service for Mobility Management System in the Education Sector
Authors: Morillo Galarza Fernando Willy , Clavijo-López Rosa , Vásquez Aníbal Pinchi , Ruiz Correa Sandra , Trigozo Elmer Ruiz , Olaya Luna Ruber Dennys , Alamo Barreto José Viterbo , Flores-Tananta César Augusto
Published: October 2024

The initiative of the Peru provides robust assistance for promoting mobility to facilitate the discovery of training or employment prospects. It is imperative to discover solutions for limited mobility during widespread disease outbreaks. A practical approach would be establishing a collaborative platform that facilitates cooperation in both professional and educational domains. This research seeks to determine the essential elements to develop a new ecosystem to promote Peru’s academic mobility. This research utilized qualitative and quantitative techniques, specifically interviews, to gather data from 150 participants. The researchers employed the NVivo applications, notably its Word Frequency Query tool, to discern pertinent attributes within the four primary groups: competency acquisition, teaching methods, organization, and technologies. The results indicate that focusing on acquiring skills relevant to the future job marketplace is essential. Learners show a preference for activities that incorporate gamification. The platform ought to be designed to facilitate effortless searching for jobs and training opportunities. In general, learners have a good perception of material that focuses on the future, motivates them, and includes various technical activities. The user experience study might be expanded to encompass a cohort of educators and administrative staff involved in educational Mobility as a Service (MaaS) endeavors.
Impact of Critical Success Factors on Productivity Gain during Automation Testing
Authors: Bhargavi S.M. Bindu , Suma V. , Arjunan R. Vijaya
Published: October 2024

Software testing, a linchpin of quality assurance in software development, encompasses both manual and automation approaches. While manual testing ensures meticulous scrutiny, automation accelerates efficiency, reducing time and costs in dynamic landscape of software development. This research investigates the impact of critical success factors on productivity gain in software testing, with a focus on automation, within CMMI Level 5 companies. Drawing from a dataset comprising thirty real-time projects spanning banking, retail, and industrial applications, study explores dynamics of software development under agile and waterfall models. Interviews with developers and testers reveal insights into key aspects influencing productivity, including skills, experiences, and training. Emphasizing the need for strategic automation in projects subject to changes and maintenance, the research analyzes over thirty projects, scrutinizing variables such as manually designed test cases, execution time, and subsequent automation of test cases. Strategic selection of test cases for automation emerges as a cost-efficient practice. Results highlight a correlation between manual and automated test cases, indicating productivity gains. Research introduces a productivity gain metric, showcasing a break-even point where automation significantly reduces testing time. Overall, the findings offer a comprehensive understanding of software testing within CMMI Level 5, guiding organizations toward efficient automation practices and improved productivity.
Skin Lesion Segmentation Using Adaptive Color Segmentation and Decision Tree
Authors: Nugroho Arief Kelik , ayati Afiah , Wibowo Moh Edi , Soebono Hardyanto , Wardoyo Retantyo
Published: October 2024

A decision tree operates as a predictive model in machine learning, utilizing a structured hierarchy of rules for the decision-making process. This model is graphically depicted through a tree-like structure, where each node symbolizes a decision point, and the ensuing branches represent the resultant outcomes of these decisions. This method proves particularly efficacious in addressing both classification and regression challenges, offering clear interpretability through its graphical illustration of the connections between input features and predicted outcomes. In the domain of image processing, color image segmentation serves as a crucial preliminary step for various applications. Specifically, the segmentation of skin lesions holds significant importance in image analysis, notably in the classification of lesions within dermoscopy images. Image segmentation involves the categorization of image pixels into uniform regions based on attributes like color, texture, and luminosity. The primary objective here is to delineate the area of interest from the healthy surrounding tissue. In methods reliant on threshold-based segmentation, the effectiveness of the segmentation hinges on the accurate selection of an appropriate threshold.