bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Logistics service governance in the digital economy: The dynamics of price war strategies in a developing country
Authors: Saelee Komsan , Rafiyya Aishath , Singharat Wanlop , Phutthinatwan Phutthinat
Published: November 2024

In the context of the burgeoning digital economy, logistics service providers find themselves at a pivotal crossroads, particularly within developing countries where the market dynamics are rapidly evolving (Chin et al., 2023; Richey et al., 2023). This study delves into the price war phenomenon within the parcel service industry of Thailand and scrutinizes the implications of this competitive strategy. Using a quantitative research approach, this study collected data through an online questionnaire from a convenience sample of 405 participants in Thailand. The data underwent extensive analysis, employing both descriptive statistics to outline basic characteristics and multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA). The study’s results highlighted the considerable influence of multiple factors — gender, age, education, socioeconomic status, income, residential location, logistics capabilities, and access to information — on the formulation and implementation of price war strategies within the market. These insights have the potential to provide valuable guidance to business proprietors, policymakers, and a spectrum of stakeholders. By implementing the recommendations and lessons gleaned from this research, these stakeholders can collectively contribute to the growth of a vibrant and efficient parcel delivery ecosystem, subsequently enhancing overall business competitiveness and elevating service quality for consumers in the continually evolving global marketplace.
Thermal stability and leaching behavior of alkali-activated slag doped with electric arc furnace dust
Authors: Tadic Nebojsa , Brasanac-Vukanovic Snezana , Nikolic Irena , Radmilovic Vuk , Radmilovic Velimir
Published: November 2024

The study presented in this paper explores the simultaneous valorization of
electric arc furnace slag (EAFS) and electric arc furnace dust (EAFD)
through an alkali activation process, as well as the thermal stability of
the resulting product. Moreover, environmental fingerprints of alkali
activated slag doped with EAFD, before and after thermal treatment, were
evaluated. The results demonstrated the feasible alkali activation of EAFS
in the presence of EAFD yielding a product that met the criteria which
enables its application in a civil engineering at ambient and at elevated
temperatures (1000?C). Moreover, the EN12457-2 leaching test results,
demonstrated that unheated alkali-activated slag with addition of 5% EAFD
met the criteria for disposal at non-hazardous landfills as per European
Directive 2003/33/CE. However, environmental fingerprints of alkali
activated slag with 5% EAFD after heating to 1000?C, is of concern since
chromium release exceeded the permissible concentration requiring disposal
in hazardous waste landfills.
Using the Review Process to Professionally Develop Auditors
Authors: Andiola Lindsay M. , Brazel Joseph F. , Downey Denise Hanes , Schaefer Tammie J.
Published: November 2024

In this article, we provide a practitioner summary of our paper “Coaching today’s auditors: What causes reviewers to adopt a more developmental approach?” (Andiola, Brazel, Downey, and Schaefer 2024). In our study, we examine workpaper review by supervising audit seniors as a quality control mechanism intended to detect audit preparer (staff) errors in the short term and professionally develop preparers in the long term. We find that reviewers adopt a more developmental approach when reviewing workpapers completed by local preparers. We also observe that, regardless of office affiliation, reviewers are apt to adopt a more developmental approach when preparers are likely to recur. Our results also indicate that reviewers who adopt a more developmental approach exhibit greater coaching in their actual review comments and are also more likely to detect preparers’ errors. We summarize our key findings and discuss practical implications and actionable suggestions for audit practitioners.

Data Availability: Contact the authors.

JEL Classifications: L2; M40; M42; M51.
Characteristics of Psychogenic Pruritus or Functional Itch Disorder: A Controlled Study
Authors: Roque Ferreira Bárbara , Misery Laurent
Published: November 2024

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Koulutustaso ja psykiatristen sairaalapalveluiden käyttö
Authors: Ostamo Aini , Aro Hillevi , Keskimäki Ilmo , Henriksson Markus , Lönnqvist Jouko
Published: November 2024

Artikkelissa kuvataan psykiatristen diagnoosien perusteella sairaalahoitoon otettujen potilaiden hoitojaksoja ja niissä tapahtuneita muutoksia Suomessa vuosina 1991–1996. Yksityiskohtaisemmin tarkastellaan koulutustason ja psykiatristen sairaalapalvelujen käytin välistä yhteyttä. Tässä väestöpohjaisessa rekisteritutkimusaineistossa on yhdistetty tietoja Stakesin ylläpitämästä sairaaloiden poisto- ja hoitoilmoitusrekisteristä vuosilta 1991–1996 sekä Tilastokeskuksen väestölaskentojen pitkittäistiedostosta 1970–1990. Tulokset osoittivat huomattavia eroja psykiatristen sairaalapalvelujen käytössä eri koulutusryhmien välillä. Vähiten koulutusta saaneilla oli väestöön suhteutettuna moninkertainen määrä psykiatrisin diagnoosein toteutuneita sairaalajaksoja verrattuna korkeimmin koulutettuihin. Tutkitun kuuden vuoden aikana erot koulutusryhmien välillä kasvoivat. Mielenterveyteen liittyvien sosioekonomisten terveyserojen kaventamisen kannalta olisi tärkeää saada palvelujärjestelmän käyttöön lisää terveyseroja ja terveyspalvelujen tarvetta koskevaa tutkimustietoa. Huono-osaisuus tulisi ottaa erityishuomion kohteeksi psykiatrisen hoidon tarpeen arvioinnissa ja palvelujärjestelmän resurssien kohdentamisessa.
Näkövammaisten terveyskäyttäytyminen
Authors: Ståhl Timo , Winell Klas , Summanen Anna-Mari , Kannas Lasse
Published: November 2024

Sokeus ja heikentynyt näkökyky ovat väestössä lisääntyviä terveydellisiä ja toiminnallisia ongelmia. Tässä tutkimuksessa selvitimme näkövammaisten ruokatottumuksia, tupakointia, alkoholin käyttöä ja vapaa-ajan liikunnan harrastamista puhelinhaastatteluaineistolla (N = 600). Terveyden tasa-arvon toteumista terveyskäyttäytymisen näkökulmasta tutkimme sosio-demografisten muuttujien ja näkövamman aiheuttaman toiminnallisen haitan suhteen. Tietoa näkövammaisten terveyskäyttäytymisestä on niukasti saatavilla sekä suomalaisesta että kansainvälisestä kirjallisuudesta. Tulosten mukaan näkövammaisten terveyskäyttäytyminen jakautuu sosiodemografisten tekijöiden suhteen samansuuntaisesti muun väestön kanssa. Näkövamman aiheuttama toiminnallinen haitta oli yhteydessä tupakointiin (miehet) ja alkoholin käyttöön (naiset). Terveystottumukset ovat erityisesti vapaa-ajan liikunnan harrastamisen, hedelmien ja vihannesten syömisen sekä alkoholin käytön osalta positiivisempia kuin suomalaisilla keskimäärin. Nämä ja aiemmin julkaistut tulokset osoittavat, että tulevaisuudessa on kiinnitetty yhä enemmän huomiota erityisryhmien sairauksien ehkäisyyn ja terveyden edistämiseen. Myös jatkotutkimuksille on tarve.
Prozac generationen: Marknadsföring och medikaliseringsdebatten
Authors: Heikell Thomas , Riska Elianne
Published: November 2024

Undersökningen granskar hur patientskap och kön konstrueras i reklam för antidepressiva läkemedel i de ledande nordiska läkartidskrifterna år 2000. Syftet var att utreda om det förekommer i reklamen en koppling mellan brukarens behov av antidepressiva preparat och arbetslivets krav, eller om preparaten huvudsakligen framstalls som livsstilsläkemedel. Majoriteten av de nordiska annonserna gav läkemedlet en funktion som livsstilsläkemedel. I synnerhet i den finska reklamen skildras antidepressiva läkemedel som en farmakologisk lösning till kvinnors problem i arbetslivet. I de finska och norska annonserna förekom en kvinnligt kbnad representation av brukaren, medan de danska och svenska annonserna lyfte fram männen
Terveys ja hyvinvointi päivälehtimainoksissa
Authors: Lumme-Sandt Kirsi , Aarva Pauliina
Published: November 2024

Tutkimuksen kohteena oli suomalaisen päivälehtimainonnan terveysretoriikka: miten terveys mainoksissa esitetään, miten sitä kaytetään myyntiargumenttina ja millaisia merkityksiä terveys niissä saa? Aineisto koostui 302 terveyteen iilttyvästä mainoksesta, joista 138 valittiin tarkemmananalyysin kohteeksi. Tuiokset osoittivat, etta terveys ei ole yksinään riittävä myyntiargumentti. Varsinkin kun terveys liittyi mainostettavaan tuotteeseen vahvasti, viestin vetoavuutta pyrittiin llsäämään muilla hyvinä pidetyillä asioilla. Terveyttä yieisempää oli käyttää myyntiargumenttina hyvää oloa. Terveelliseksi mielletty tuote tarvitsi rinnalleen muita houkuttimia, kuten kauneuden ja elämykset. Toisaalta terveyteen vetoaminen toi lisaarvoa sellaiselle tuotteelle, jota ei perinteisesti mielleta terveyteen liittyväksi. Tutkittujen mainosten perusteella nayttaa silta, etta nykykulttuurissamme terveytta ja hyvaa oloa voi hankkia monenlaisilla tavoilla, mutta keskeista on aktiivisuus ja näkyvä toiminta. Nuoruuden ja kauneuden haastajiksi mainonnan terveyspuheessa nousivat kuitenkin ikääntymisen hyväksyvät ja elämän tasapainoon liittyvät arvot.
Geneettinen syrjintä eettisenä ongelmana
Authors: Launis Veikko
Published: November 2024

Geneettistä syrjintää voidaan vastustaa moraalisesti kahdella eri perusteella. Vahvan tulkinnan mukaan geenitestien tuottama informaatio, toisin kuin kaikki muu ihmisen terveyttä koskevat informaatio, on itsessään moraalisesti erityislaatuista ja sen vuoksi erityistä suojelua vaativaa. Heikon tulkinnan mukaan geenitestien tuottama informaatio saattaa olla joiltakin käyttötavoiltaan tai sovelluskohteiltaan poikkeuksellista ja erityistä suojelua vaativaa. Kirjoituksessa pyritään osoittamaan, että vaikka geneettiseen informaatioon perustuva syrjintä ei itsessään ole moraalisesti tuomittavaa tai hyväksyttävää, heikon tulkinnan mukaisia perusteita vakuutus- ja työelämäsyrjinnän kieltämiselle on löydettävissä.
Nuorten vanhojen tyytyväisyys elämään ja tulevaisuuden näköalat maalla ja kaupungissa
Authors: Rintala Taina
Published: November 2024

Tutkimuksen tavoitteena oli tutkia eroja kaupunkiseudun keskuksissa ja harvaan asutulla maaseudulla asuvien 65–70-vuotiaiden elämään tyytyväisyydessä ja tulevaisuuden näkymissä Tutkimus perustui kyselyaineistoon, johon vastasi 225 65-70-vuotiasta, jotka asuivat kaupunkiseudun keskuksissa tai harvaanasutulla maaseudulla. Tulevaisuuden näkymiä tutkittiin kolmesta kysymyksestä muodostetulla summamuuttujalla. Tilastollisina menetelminä käytettiin ristiintaulukointia, korrelaatioanalyysia ja kovarianssianalyysia. Tulosten mukaan eri kuntatyypeissä asuvien ihmisten välillä oli eroja tulevaisuuden näköaloissa, mutta ei elämään tyytyväisyydessä Molemmissa kuntatyypeissä subjektiivista hyvinvointia ja elinympäristöä kuvaavat tekijät olivat voimakkaammin yhteydessä elämään tyytyväisyyteen ja tulevaisuuden näköaloihin kuin vastaajien taustaa kuvaaviin tekijöihin. Lisaksi tyytyväisyyttä elämään ja tulevaisuuden näkymiä selittivät enimmäkseen eri tekijät kaupungeissa ja maaseudulla.
Klamydia ja hedelmättömyys
Authors: Kytömäki Anna , Kosunen Elise , Rimpelä Matti
Published: November 2024

Klamydiatulehdukset ovat yleistyneet etenkin nuorilla. Kouluterveyskyselyn vuosien 2000-2001 aineistossa (N = 115 715) tutkittiin väittämän avulla nuorten tietoa klamydian aiheuttamasta hedelmättömyysriskistä. Samalla tutkittiin, mitkä tekijät olivat yhteydessä hyviin tietoihin klamydiasta. Peruskoulun 8. luokalla 41 % pojista ja 50 % tytöistä tiesi klamydian voivan aiheuttaa hedelmättömyyttä, lukion 2. vuonna vastaavat osuudet olivat 66 % ja 82 %. Hyvää seksuaaliopetusta koulussa saaneet oppilaat vastasivat muita useammin klamydiaväittämään oikein. Tytöt vastasivat klamydiaväittämään siat useammin oikein, mitä useampi yhdyntäkumppani heillä oli ollut; pojista taas ne, joilla yhdyntäkumppaneita oli ollut vahan. Ehkäisyn käytön mukaan tarkasteltuna e-pillereiden käyttäjillä oli paras klamydiatietämys. Kondomia viime yhdynnässä käyttäneet eivät tunteneet asiaa sen paremmin kuin ehkäisyn laiminlyöneet
Assessment of natural resource potential and anthropogenic load in the macroregion of northern Eurasia based on a basin approach
Authors: Yermolaev Oleg P. , Sihanova Nurgul S. , Shynbergenov Yerlan A. , Yantsitov Roman O.
Published: November 2024

The environmental component of Sustainable Development for large regions of the Earth can be assessed through the evaluation of the natural resource potential of the territory. The methodological challenge of such assessments is always determined by the type of operational-territorial unit within which the geodatabase is formed. This article details the possibilities of using the basin approach as such units. This approach is one of the most important in humid climate regions where a river network has been developed. Using the example of the Ob’ river basin in Northern Eurasia, the article illustrates the application of the basin approach to assess the environmental determinants of Sustainable Development. The studies were conducted in three stages: formation of an GIS database of basin geosystems of the Ob’ river basin; creation of a geospatial database on the natural resource potential in the small river basins; selection of criteria and assessment of anthropogenic load on the basin geosystems of the Ob’. A total of 30,738 small river basins were delineated automatically based on GMTED DEM, with a mean area of 66 km2. GIS integrated geoinformation represents the natural and anthropogenic characteristics of river basins. The assessment of the environmental state of the territory should considerthe types and strengths of anthropogenic loads. For this purpose, the integral indicators used, which directly or indirectly reflect anthropogenic impact: population density, road network density, and the percentage of arable land in the total area. The final indicator of anthropogenic load was calculated as a linear combination of specific variables and ranked into six categories. Thematic and complex maps were created, allowing us to identify the natural background in which the geosystems of small river basins are formed and function, as well as the types and strength of anthropogenic loads on the territory.
PENERAPAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN ADVANCE ORGANIZER BERBANTUAN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) TERHADAP PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN KONSEP MAHASISWA PENDIDIKAN FISIKA UNIVERSITAS SULAWESI BARAT
Authors: Amir Faizal , Saddia Andi
Published: November 2024

Abstrak: Penelitian ini berfokus untuk mengetahui pengaruh dari implementasi sebuah model pembelajaran yaitu advance organizer (AO) berbantuan Artificial Intelligence (AI) berupa ChatGPT terhadap peningkatan kemampuan pemahaman konsep fisika pada mahasiswa di Universitas Sulawesi Barat, dibandingkan dengan pembelajaran model kolaboratif. Metode yang digunakan adalah  penelitian Quasi experiment (Eksperimen Semu) dengan Non_equivalent Control Group Design . Kelompok eksperimen menggunakan advance organizer berbantuan ChatGPT, sementara kelompok kontrol menggunakan model kolaboratif. Data dianalisis dengan memakai statistik deskriptif, Uji t berpasangan, uji t independen (sampel bebas), serta analisis Gain Normalized (N-gain). Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa kelompok eksperimen mengalami peningkatan pemahaman konsep secara signifikan dengan perolehan skor rata-rata  post-test 60,72 dan N-Gain 0,599 (sedang), sedangkan kelompok kontrol memiliki rata-rata post-test 45,65 dan N-Gain 0,036 (rendah). Hasil dari uij hipotesis (uji T) diperoleh signifikansi sebesar 0,000 yang berarti data ini menunjukkan adanya perbedaan secara siginifikan. Kesimpulannya, penggunaan advance organizer berbantuan AI ternyata efektif untuk meningkatkan kemampuan memahami (pemahaman konsep) dibandingkan pembelajaran  model kolaboratif Kata Kunci: Advance Organizer, Artificial Intelligence, Pemahaman Konsep, Model Pembelajaran, ChatGpt Abstract: This research focuses on knowing the effect of implementing a learning model, namely advance organizer (AO) assisted by Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the form of ChatGPT on improving the ability to understand physics concepts in students at the University of West Sulawesi, compared to collaborative learning models. The method used was Quasi experiment research with Non_equivalent Control Group Design. The experimental group used advance organizer assisted by ChatGPT, while the control group used collaborative model. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, paired t-test, independent t-test (independent samples), and Normalized Gain (N-gain) analysis. The results showed that the experimental group experienced a significant increase in concept understanding with an average post-test score of 60.72 and N-Gain of 0.599 (medium), while the control group had an average post-test of 45.65 and N-Gain of 0.036 (low). The results of the hypothesis testing (T-test) obtained a significance of 0.000 which means this data shows a significant difference. In conclusion, the use of advance organizer assisted by AI was effective to improve the ability to understand (concept understanding) compared to collaborative learning model. Keywords: Advance Organizer, Artificial Intelligence, Conceptual Understanding, Learning Model, ChatGpt
PENGEMBANGAN TRAINER SISTEM MIKROPROSESOR BERBASIS INTERNET OF THINGS
Authors: Isnaini Muhammad , Hutahaean Harvei Desmon , Waluyo Bakti Dwi , Solihin Muhammad Dani , Sulaiman Muhammad
Published: November 2024

Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merancang dan mengembangkan alat pembelajaran berbasis mikroprosesor yang didukung oleh teknologi Internet of Things (IoT) di program studi Pendidikan Teknik Elektro, Fakultas Teknik, Universitas Negeri Medan. Alat ini dirancang untuk membantu mahasiswa memahami integrasi mikroprosesor dengan IoT, yang semakin relevan dalam konteks revolusi industri 4.0. Penelitian menggunakan metode Research and Development (R&D) dengan pendekatan ADDIE, yang mencakup tahap Analisis, Desain, Pengembangan, Implementasi, dan Evaluasi. Trainer ini menggunakan modul NodeMCU ESP8266 versi 5 yang dilengkapi dengan konektivitas Wi-Fi guna mendukung fungsi IoT. Validasi dilakukan oleh ahli materi dan media, serta diujicobakan secara terbatas pada mahasiswa. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan trainer ini sangat layak digunakan, dengan penilaian 86% dari ahli materi, 85,6% dari ahli media, serta kepuasan pengguna mencapai 85,4%. Selain itu, penggunaan trainer ini secara signifikan meningkatkan pemahaman konsep dan keterampilan praktis mahasiswa, terlihat dari kenaikan hasil post-test sebesar 32% dibandingkan pre-test. Kesimpulannya, trainer berbasis IoT ini efektif dan layak dijadikan media pembelajaran dalam pendidikan teknik. Kata Kunci: Trainer, Mikroprosesor, Internet of Things, Media Pembelajaran  Abstract : This research aims to design and develop microprocessor-based learning tools supported by Internet of Things (IoT) technology in the Electrical Engineering Education study program, Faculty of Engineering, State University of Medan. This tool is designed to help students understand the integration of microprocessors with IoT, which is increasingly relevant in the context of the industrial revolution 4.0. This research uses the Research and Development (R&D) method with the ADDIE approach, which includes the stages of Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. This trainer uses a NodeMCU module ESP8266 version 5 equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity to support IoT functions. Validation is carried out by material and media experts, and tested on a limited basis to students. The results of the study show that this trainer is very feasible to use, with 86% assessment from material experts, 85.6% from media experts, and user satisfaction reaching 85.4%. In addition, the use of this trainer significantly improved students' understanding of practical concepts and skills, as evidenced by a 32% increase in post-test results compared to pre-tests. In conclusion, this IoT-based trainer is effective and worthy of being used as a learning medium in engineering education. Keywords: Trainer, Microprocessor, Internet of Things, Learning Media
Changing direction to value-based foreign policy and its impact on international trade
Authors: Šimelytė Agnė , Struca Artūras , Sadauskis Andriejus
Published: November 2024

Within the last four years, Lithuania has faced different foreign policy challenges due to geopolitical situations such as the Ukraine-Russia war, the migration crisis on the border with Belarus, and the conflict with China. After opening a Taiwanese representative office in Vilnius, China downgraded diplomatic relations with Lithuania. The purpose of the article is to assess the impact of the changes on international economic relations between Lithuania and China. The paper employs descriptive statistics, correlation-regression, sensitivity analysis, and agglomerative hierarchical cluster analysis. The research is based on the impact of international economic relations on international trade by analyzing separately imports and exports. Our research fills a gap in international relations and globalization theory by focusing on international collaboration between small and large countries, while the large country implements economic sanctions. In the context of Lithuania, exports to China and imports from China comprise a small percentage in the structure of international trade. Lithuania’s GDP level reacts sensitively to changes in export and import data only if they change drastically (over 50%).
The impact of digital infrastructure on organizational digital innovation in China
Authors: Xia Yue , Md Johar Md Gapar
Published: November 2024

With the rapid development of digital technology, the digital infrastructure enables the rapid formation, modification and refactoring of digital products through continuous experimentation and implementation, reduces the cost of innovation, and facilitates the implementation of digital innovation. To solve the problem that the technical scope of digital innovation is relatively concentrated and the knowledge flow between the achievements of digital innovation is insufficient, this study investigates the impact of digital infrastructure on organizational digital innovation in China. The cross-sectional study was conducted from November 2023 to March 2024 among 384 employees and managers in the core industries of the digital economy, as well as enterprises in traditional industries in China. Data were collected using closed-ended questionnaires adapted from previous literature. Structural equation modelling (SEM) was employed to analyze the data using SPSS 28 and AMOS 28. The results reveal that both the information infrastructure and the innovation infrastructure have a positive and direct effect on organizational digital innovation in China, as well as an indirect effect through data flows. Converged infrastructure has only an indirect impact on organizational digital innovation through the flow of data.
Determining factors of regional tourism development based on public policy management
Authors: Zuñiga-Collazos Alexander , Ríos Obando Jose Fabian , Sánchez Alexander Romero
Published: November 2024

Studies on the influence of public policies on the regional tourism sector are of high scientific and practical interest, as they offer inputs to guide public management towards strengthening the tourism development of the territories. Through the structural equation model, this study took a sample 99 companies in the tourism sector in Valle del Cauca, Colombia, addressing the relationship between public policy management (PPM) and regional tourism development (RTD), from the perspective of the rational model of business performance. The findings show that the capacity of the state and its entities to comply with the requirements of the organizations, as well as the rigor to take criticism and suggestions for improvement, as a basis to strengthen their management, are the factors that best explain the relationship between the PPM and RTD based on the performance of organizations in the sector, especially focused on increasing market share, productivity, and income. Other findings and practical implications are discussed.
Enhancing Mobile Eye-Tracking in Extreme Urban Lighting Conditions
Authors: Rusnak Marta , Koszewicz Zofia , Hackemer Franciszek , Garaszczuk Izabela , Duchowski Andrew T. , Karnicki Rafał
Published: November 2024

One of the methods for understanding residents' needs and socially improving urban spaces in terms of transportation, safety, landscape protection, and managing tourist traffic load is eye-tracking (ET). Researchers using mobile ET for outdoor studies face significant challenges, particularly due to sunlight affecting data quality. Existing solutions often overlook participant comfort. This article introduces a novel accessory designed for extreme lighting conditions, such as bright days, sunsets, and snowy or water-filled environments. The goal is to eliminate disruptions caused by uncontrolled sunlight on participants' eyes and enables studies in urban environments. A custom sun shield, designed for ETs based on spectacle frames, prioritizes both physical and psychological comfort. The lightweight shield is easy to install, minimally restricts the field of view, and does not interfere with eye-tracking components. It is cost-effective and suitable for DIY 3D printing. Control studies and field research confirmed its effectiveness, with feedback from over 100 users improving the final design. The shield enhances eye-tracking research credibility in sunny conditions, supports efficient calibration, and improves participant recruitment and well-being. Jakość danych znacząco wzrosła co obrazuje porównanie danych dotyczących sposobu detekcji źrenicy. Thanks to this solution, it will be possible to conduct research aimed at better understanding the behavior of city users, while ensuring their comfort and safety. It will also be possible to conduct research within the framework of so-called living labs. Importantly, studies show that the approach to designing subsequent mobile ETs based on IR should undergo significant modification.
Knowing soils – Perspectives beyond growth in carbon farming
Authors: Barrineau Susanna
Published: November 2024

This article works with the idea that radical solutions in agri-food systems require multiple ways of knowing soils beyond the dominant scientific practices. Using a relational lens that invites us to think with soils, this article lifts our gaze to human-soil relationships in creating post-growth food systems. In the context of a grassroots initiative in Sweden that advances regenerative carbon farming as a transformational pathway to food systems within planetary boundaries, poetic inquiry is used to bring the often-unheard perspectives of "knowing soils" to the fore; how we know about soils matters.
Study on the precise positioning technique of intra-auricular microsurgery robot
Authors: McAteer Xiulin Wang Shan Cecilia
Published: November 2024

In order to solve the influence of factors such as the lack of stereo-depth vision and haptic feedback in traditional intraauricular medical surgeries, this paper proposes a robotic approach to intra-auricular microsurgery and realizes precise positioning in intra-auricular surgeries. Vector analysis is used to establish an inverse kinematics model based on the center point of far motion, and the RCM is applied as the immobile point to determine the center position of the robot after motion. Based on the generalized Hamiltonian system, the Hamiltonian function is utilized as the Lyapunov function to reduce cumbersome calculations, and the Lagrangian dynamics method is applied to calculate the microrobot dynamics equations, and the microlocalization operation is accomplished for the robot through the controller. Fifteen in-vivo animal experiments were carried out by collaborating with S Hospital in Shanghai, China, using the intra-auricular surgical robot. The preoperative preparation time ranged from 16 to 46 minutes, and decreased with the increase in the number of surgical experiments. The average surgical time of the 15 cases of intra-auricular surgical experiments in experimental pigs was 32.11 min, and the surgical efficiency was high. The bleeding volume of the experimental pigs was only in the range of 7~26 ml, and all the experimental pigs woke up within 1 hour after the operation, resumed normal feeding smoothly and achieved full recovery within 6~10 days.
Evaluation of the Therapeutic Effects of Serratiopeptidase in Chicks
Authors: Naser Ahmed S. , Albadrany Yasser M.
Published: November 2024

Serratiopeptidase is a zinc-containing metalloprotease primarily obtained from Serratia marcescens isolated from the silkworm guts. This study aimed to assess the antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic effects of serratiopeptidase in hen chicks. It included 104 hen chicks weighing 70-90 g. The antinociception efficacy was assessed by electrical-stimulation and hot-water test. Anti-inflammatory efficacy was assessed by formalin test. Assessment of therapeutic and antipyretic efficacy was determined by Baker’s yeast-induced pyrexia test. In the electrical-stimulation test, 20 and 40 mg/kg of serratiopeptidase induced an antinociceptive effect in 15% and 18%, respectively. In the hot-water test, this effect was observed in 31 and 82%, respectively. In the first phase of the formalin test, an antinociceptive effect was observed for both doses, whereas in the second stage, an anti-inflammatory effect was observed in 56% and 62%, respectively. Serratiopeptidase produced a novel antipyretic effect for both doses on the Baker’s-yeast test, pre- and post-injection of the yeast. It was concluded that serratiopeptidase had good activity against pain and acute inflammation, and for the first time, it was demonstrated that serratiopeptidase ameliorated and prevented hyperthermia.
Analysis of Students’ Misconceptions on Electrochemistry Material using the Four-Tier Diagnostic Test Instrument
Authors: Pebriani* Novita , Bakti Iriani , Hamid Abdul , Rusmansyah Rusmansyah , Ali Almubarak , Abrori Fadhlan Muchlas
Published: November 2024

This study was conducted to determine the percentage and causes of student misconceptions in electrochemistry using the Four-Tier diagnostic test instrument. The research was conducted using a quantitative-qualitative descriptive method. The data collection technique was done through written tests with four-tier diagnostic test instruments and non-tests through interviews. The research subjects were students of the 2021 batch of Chemistry Education at FKIP Lambung Mangkurat University Banjarmasin. The results showed that 34% of students experienced misconceptions. Students experienced misconceptions in electrochemistry and electromotive power (DGL) sub-matter by 25.27%; the thermodynamic aspect of electrochemistry experienced the smallest misconception of 7.69%; DGL and temperature by 12.09%; connecting the Nernst equation with pH measurements by 17.58%; concentration cells by 14.29%; electrolysis by 12.64%; and corrosion sub-matter by 10.44%. Misconceptions occur in electrochemical materials because students think that salt bridges play a role in accelerating reactions. Students were confused about determining the relationship between DGL and temperature; and they were less careful in determining whether a chemical reaction is spontaneous or not. In addition, students were less careful in determining the actions of the gilding process.
Micro Teaching as Efficient Technique to Increase Self-Efficacy of Prospective Biology Teacher: Evidence from First Year Teacher
Authors: Marlina* Reni , Suwono Hadi , Yuenyong Chokchai , Ibrohim Ibrohim , Pamungkas Rahmania , Hamdani Hamdani
Published: November 2024

This study focuses on the perspective of prospective teachers on the development of self-efficacy during teaching practice in micro teaching and also during real teaching. The problem in this study is what factors influence the development of self-efficacy during micro teaching and real teaching? The purpose of this study is to describe the factors that contribute to the development of self-efficacy during micro teaching and real teaching. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method. The participants of the study were first-year biology teachers who had taken micro teaching courses at college. The instruments used included questionnaires and interview sheets. The results obtained were that during micro teaching, prospective teachers had high self-efficacy in three factors, namely performance experience, other people's experiences, and social support. Meanwhile, after teaching at school (real teaching), the factors that support the development of self-efficacy are physiological and emotional states. In order for self-efficacy to develop well during real teaching, it can be concluded that micro teaching is an efficient technique in improving the self-efficacy of prospective biology teachers. It is necessary to form a learning community in schools that can be used as a forum for teachers to collaborate with each other in finding efficient strategies in teaching. This can support the development of teacher self-efficacy.
Development of Augmented Reality-Based Learning Media
Authors: Panjaitan Ruqiah Ganda Putri , Tenriawaru Andi Besse , Pitiporntapin Sasithep , Rifanka Naura Irma , Fitriyani Fitriyani , Hayati Nurul
Published: November 2024

One of the essential aspects of the learning process is instructional media. An instructional media that can be utilized is Augmented Reality (AR)-based instructional media. This research aims to assess the feasibility of AR-based instructional media on the digestive system. The stages involved in this research include gathering information through literature review, designing AR-based instructional media, validating AR-based instructional media, and revising AR-based instructional media based on validator feedback. The validation results of AR-based instructional media, with four assessment aspects including linguistic, illustration, attractiveness, and quality, obtained a score of 1.00, indicating a very high rating. AR-based instructional media can visualize digestive system material that cannot be directly observed through the presentation of illustrations such as images and videos that resemble real conditions, thereby reducing misconceptions about the digestive system material. It is concluded that AR-based instructional media is suitable for instructional media on the digestive system topic.
Integrating Problem-Based Learning Through Worksheet Development To Enhance Students' Critical Thinking Skills
Authors: Fatmawati Baiq , Khotimah Husnul , Roshayanti Fenny , Ha Minshu
Published: November 2024

The principle of problem based learning is to carry out investigations to find the truth by studying theories, asking experts, and also by conducting experiments depending on the problems found. Worksheet based on problem design emphasizes student activities to search for information through various sources such as environmental investigations, studies related to issues according to the content, formulating problems, comparing investigation results, proposing and considering the solutions obtained. The average value results for advisability of the product from the two validators are presentation of content 95%, discussion 85.6% and language 97.5% are very advisability category. Student responses to teaching modules was 100% of students’ students stated they were eligible. To find out of effect of worksheet based on problem, from the results of statistical tests using the paired sample t test using the SPSS 26 application, it can be concluded that there is a difference in the average student scores before and after implementing the worksheet based on problem. The students' critical thinking test results obtained a gain score of 49.4 with a high category of 58.8%; 41.2% low; and 0% low. The conclusion from this development research is that there is an influence of worksheet based on problem on motion systems content in learning and increasing students' critical thinking. The presence of worksheet based on problem helps the process of training students' higher-level thinking skills
Learning Innovation: PBL-STEM 4H Ecobrick material Teaching for 7th Graders to Enhance Ecoliteracy
Authors: Hapipah Hepi , Rubini* Bibin , Permanasari Anna , Kodama Yayoi , Rachman Indriyani
Published: November 2024

Teaching materials that accommodate innovative learning to improve environmental literacy are currently essential. Development research has been conducted to develop and examine the effectiveness of ecobrick theme teaching materials in improving student ecoliteracy. The teaching materials are packaged with the PBL-STEM 4H model (project based learning- science, technology, engineering, and mathematics - head, heart, hand, and harmony).   The research employs research and development method and ADDIE design (analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation). This research uses interview guidelines, observation questionnaire sheets, and environmental literacy instruments as research instruments. In the development stage, this research employs several science teachers in the Sukabumi Regency, as determined by purposive sampling. In the implementation stage, 7th-grade students of one secondary school in West Java were tested to evaluate the effectiveness of the teaching materials in improving eco-literacy. Teaching materials were developed using PBL-STEM learning steps characterized by 4H values. The teaching materials' validation results show high validity with a feasibility score of 87.2, including a very valid category. The CVI (content validity index) and CVR (content validity ratio) indexes of 0.995 and 0.990 are included in the valid category. Teacher response to teaching materials reaches 90.05, including the outstanding category. The implementation results show that using the developed teaching materials during learning can improve student eco-literacy.
Transformation of Ponkan Mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco) by CRISPR/Cas-9-gRNA-CsCS to increase plant resistance to huanglongbing disease
Authors: Dian Puji Rahayu  , Purwito Agus , Kosmiatin Mia , Husni Ali
Published: November 2024

The gene that regulates callose could be modified by CRISPR/Cas9 technology. This research aimed to insert the CRISPR/Cas9-CsCS gene into Ponkan orange genome using Agrobacterium tumefaciens. The explants were soaked in a bacterial suspension for 20 minutes and incubated for 2-3 days. In vitro acceleration growth was conducted with a two-factor completely randomized design. The first factor is the type of explant with three levels (nucellar embryo, zygotic embryo, cotyledon node), and the second factor is the type of media with 6 levels (VMW, MT, MSK0, MSK1, MSK2, MSK3). The results showed of all explant types, the highest plant height average and number of leaves were obtained in a media combination of MS + Kinetin 2 mg L-1, MT, and MS + Kinetin 3 mg L-1. The highest transformation efficiency was in the nucellar embryo explant, while the highest regeneration efficiency was in the zygotic embryo explant. The highest shoot tip grafting percentage was achieved in the cotyledon node explant at 100%. In the grafting phase, the putative transformants before and after artificial bacterial inoculation showed that Ponkan 606 and Ponkan 597 had the highest plant heights, respectively. The intensity of Huanglongbing attacks after bacterial inoculation showed that three genotypes did not show HLB symptoms in the 24th week of observation, namely genotypes 598, 606, and 607. This study concluded that gene transformation in citrus plants produced three genotypes that did not show HLB symptoms.
Keywords: transgenic; Agrobacterium tumefaciens; Citrus Vein Phloem Degeneration (CVPD)
Allelopathic potential of apus bamboo leaf extract towards Asystasia gangetica and Cyperus rotundus
Authors: Muntoyib Junaidi , Alghifari Ahmad Fadli , Roudho Zahrotur , Oktavian Aldi , Irawan Riko , Guntoro Dwi
Published: November 2024

Weeds pose a significant challenge in agricultural activity by competing with cultivated crops for essential resources. The conventional use of chemical herbicides has demonstrated adverse impacts on the environment and human health, prompting a shift toward exploring bioherbicides. This study aimed to assess the inhibitory effects of Apus bamboo (Gigantochloa apus Kurz) leaf extract on the pre-germination phase of Brassica juncea, Asystasia gangetica, and Cyperus rotundus through bioassay and pot experiment. The research design employed a completely randomized design (CRD) with a single factor representing the concentrations of Apus bamboo leaf extract (% w/v). The concentrations tested were 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, and 20%. Each concentration was replicated three times, resulting in 15 experimental units. Bioassay results revealed the capacity of Apus bamboo leaf extract to inhibit and disrupt B. juncea seed germination. The pot experiment results demonstrated the inhibitory effects of the extract, significantly affecting A. gangetica germination and population, A. gangetica total fresh and dry weight, and C. rotundus total dry weight. The extract exhibited strong inhibition, starting at a concentration of 15% for A. gangetica and 10% for C. rotundus. The findings suggested that Apus bamboo leaf extract holds significant potential as a bioherbicide.
Keywords: allelochemical; bioherbicide; inhibitory effect; weed control
Реконструкция головного убора и датировка артефактов из кургана №4 могильника пазырыкской культуры Ханхаринский дол (Алтай)
Authors: Дашковский Петр Константинович
Published: November 2024

В статье представлены результаты изучения вторичного погребения в кургане №4 могильника Ханхаринский дол, который расположен в Краснощековском районе Алтайского края (Северо-Западный Алтай). В кургане внутри деревянной конструкции в виде рамы, перекрытой плахами, обнаружены костные останки женщины в возрасте 35-50 лет с частично нарушенным анатомическим порядком. Женщина была ориентирована головой на восток. Проведен морфологический и сравнительно-исторический анализ сопроводительного инвентаря. На основе анализа погребального инвентаря и результатов радиоуглеродного датирования установлено, что указанные курган относятся к IV-III вв. до н.э. Особое внимание уделено реконструкции женского головного убора, который был украшен аппликациями из золотой фольги. В верхней части убора зафиксирована аппликация в виде орла, который символизировал верхний мир в мифологической картине мира индоиранских народов, в т.ч. и «пазырыкцев». Приведены аналогии головного убора из других погребений пазырыкской культуры Алтая. В кургане зафиксированы сопроводительные захоронение лошади, что дополнительно указывает на социальный статус погребенных людей.
Approaches to assessing the socio-economic effects of the implementation of strategic priorities in regional economic systems: The Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug case
Authors: GERELISHIN Roman I.
Published: November 2024

Subject. The article deals with a review and formation of approaches to the assessment of strategic priorities of resource-oriented regions.
Objectives. The study aims at preparation of systems approaches to the assessment of strategic priorities of resource-oriented regions and regional economic systems in general, for further implementation in the adapted model of interperiod choice.
Methods. The study rests on the theory of strategy and methodology of strategizing by V.L. Kvint, a foreign member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and employs econometric, statistical, and cognitive methods.
Results. I presented an overview of existing approaches to assessing strategic priorities, formulated proposals for formalizing and systematizing the priority assessment system based on specific and inclusive approaches. The paper shows how the results of this analysis can be implemented in the model of interperiod choice.
Conclusions. The findings can be used by public authorities when devising strategies for socio-economic development, while theoretical insights can be adapted for use not only in regional economic systems, but also in the analysis of strategic development of other systems.
Poverty rate as an indicator of disproportions in the spatial development of territories
Authors: EGINA Natal'ya A.
Published: November 2024

Subject. The article addresses the relationship between the poverty rate of the population and sustainable and balanced spatial development of territories.
Objectives. The study aims at scientific substantiation of the need to reduce the rate of poverty of the population as an imperative to achieve balanced spatial development of territories; indicative analysis of spatial development of territories in the projection "poverty rate of the population" based on statistical data from the Rosstat.
Methods. I employed the indicative analysis, index method, and "zone theory".
Results. The study demonstrated that poverty is one of the key indicators of disproportions in spatial development of territories, which, in accordance with the concept of "geography of poverty", is due to a lack of investment, remoteness from sources of natural resources, population density, and insufficient spread of innovations. An indicative analysis of the poverty rate in two regions of the Volga Federal District showed the relationship between the spatial development of the regions and the factors of the "geography of poverty".
Conclusions. To ensure sustainable and balanced spatial development of regions characterized by a high rate of poverty, the paper offers a number of strategic directions.
The global oil market with a price ceiling for one of the producers
Authors: KUTERNIN Mikhail I.
Published: November 2024

Subject. The article considers the functioning of the oil market under a price ceiling set for one of the producers.
Objectives. The aims are to develop tools to study the global oil market under sanctions restrictions, define the characteristics of sustainability of such a market when applying sanctions to one of the producers, analyze economic consequences of setting a price ceiling for the purchase of oil, explore the possibilities of achieving equilibrium states.
Methods. The main research tool is mathematical modeling of the market. The research methodology rests on the study of changes in market characteristics caused by the introduction of non-market methods of its regulation.
Results. I built a game-theoretic model suitable for studying the global oil market with sanctions restrictions, defined critical parameters of the market caused by the introduction of a price ceiling, determined the ways to stabilize the market with this ceiling. Furthermore, I examined the current state of the market and determined the consequences of changing the characteristics of sanctions restrictions.
Conclusions. The model is suitable for studying the current state of the global oil market. The introduction of a price ceiling, in contrast to a complete embargo, allows the market to remain stable within certain limits. To stabilize the market, it is also possible to conclude private contracts at discounted prices. Current trends in the development of the global oil market require the inclusion of oil importing countries in the set of players in the developed model.
Targeted investment programmes of the RF constituent entities: Budget allocations execution challenges and solutions
Authors: KANKULOVA Marzhinat I. , MAKEEVA Irina B.
Published: November 2024

Subject. This article discusses the issues of efficiency and effectiveness of spending budget funds on investments. Objectives. The article aims to assess the execution of expenses under the targeted investment programme of the constituent entity of the Russian Federation. Methods. To study the problems of implementing the targeted investment programme, published scientific publications and budget data of the Leningrad Oblast were studied. Results. The article presents the results of the analysis of the practice of execution of budget funds for capital investments in State and municipal property. As a way to improve the efficiency of the relevant processes, the article proposes the application of the considered practice of the Leningrad Oblast to create a reserve of funds for financial support of expenses on the objects of the targeted investment programme. Conclusions. In 2023, in the face of sanctions pressure, the volume of budget allocations for the targeted investment programme decreased.