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The Role of Legal Frameworks in Protecting Digital Artifacts: Artists' and Collectors' Perspectives
Authors: Babikian Sarkis
Published: May 2024

This article aims to explore the role of legal frameworks in protecting digital artifacts, focusing on the perspectives of artists and collectors. It seeks to identify the main legal challenges, understand the viewpoints of creators and collectors, and suggest directions for future legal reforms and technological advancements to better safeguard digital creations. A qualitative research design was utilized, employing semi-structured interviews with 21 participants, including digital artists and collectors. The study focused on collecting rich, detailed insights into the experiences and opinions regarding the current state of legal protections for digital art. Data analysis was conducted through thematic coding, aiming for theoretical saturation to ensure comprehensive coverage of the topic. Four main themes emerged from the analysis: Legal Challenges and Limitations; Artists' Perspectives; Collectors' Perspectives; and Advocacy and Reform. Each theme encapsulated various categories and concepts, highlighting issues such as copyright and ownership challenges, the impact of digital rights management (DRM), the necessity of certification and preservation of digital artworks, and the critical role of legal awareness and education. Insights into the economic value of digital art, market dynamics, and the significance of authenticity and provenance were also uncovered. The study underscores the complexity of legal challenges facing the digital art ecosystem and the varied perspectives of artists and collectors navigating these issues. It calls for a collaborative approach to legal reform, emphasizing the need for adaptable, responsive legal frameworks that can protect digital artifacts in an evolving digital landscape. Additionally, the findings highlight the importance of technological advancements and increased legal literacy within the digital art community to support the creation, distribution, and preservation of digital art.
The Effect of Legal Uncertainties on the Pharmaceutical Industry
Authors: Cole-Heath Amanda , Sagiraju Pavani
Published: May 2024

The pharmaceutical industry operates under stringent legal frameworks that are subject to frequent changes and interpretations, creating a landscape riddled with uncertainties. These uncertainties can impede strategic decision-making, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement. This study aims to elucidate the effects of legal uncertainties on the operational, strategic, and interpersonal facets of the pharmaceutical industry, offering insights into how companies navigate these challenges. A qualitative research design was utilized, involving semi-structured interviews with 28 professionals from various sectors of the pharmaceutical industry, including regulatory affairs, R&D, legal, and corporate governance. Theoretical saturation was achieved to ensure comprehensive coverage of the topic. Data were analyzed using NVivo software to perform thematic analysis, allowing for the identification and exploration of recurring themes and concepts within the collected data. The analysis revealed three main themes: Regulatory Compliance Challenges, Strategic Decision-Making, and Stakeholder Perceptions and Reactions. Regulatory Compliance Challenges included subthemes such as Licensing Processes, Legal Risk Management, and Impact on R&D. Strategic Decision-Making covered Market Entry Strategies, Product Life Cycle Management, Investment Uncertainty, and Corporate Governance. Stakeholder Perceptions and Reactions encompassed Industry Reputation, Regulatory Relationships, and Employee Impact. Each category was populated with specific concepts illustrating the pervasive and varied impact of legal uncertainties. Legal uncertainties significantly influence various dimensions of the pharmaceutical industry. Effective navigation of these uncertainties requires robust compliance structures, proactive strategic planning, and vigilant management of stakeholder relationships. By understanding and addressing these challenges, pharmaceutical companies can enhance their resilience against legal risks and better support their operational and strategic objectives.
Addressing Legal Loopholes in Consumer Credit Markets
Authors: Morello Filippo
Published: May 2024

The global financial landscape has undergone significant transformations over the past decade, particularly in the consumer credit market. However, despite regulatory advancements, legal loopholes persist that jeopardize consumer protection and risk exacerbating the problem of over-indebtedness. This letter seeks to address these concerns by highlighting existing gaps in legislation and proposing strategic reforms to strengthen consumer rights and prevent irresponsible lending practices. To address these challenges, I propose several key reforms: Revision of the Consumer Credit Directive: Enhance the directive to include stricter guidelines on affordability assessments, mandating that lenders conduct thorough background checks that consider a consumer’s long-term financial stability. Standardization of Risk Assessment Procedures: Develop standardized procedures for assessing credit risks that include behavioral and socioeconomic factors to reduce the likelihood of default and over-indebtedness. Enhanced Oversight of Credit Bureaus: Implement stricter regulatory oversight of credit bureaus to ensure that credit scoring systems are transparent and equitable. Cap on Interest Rates and Fees: Introduce caps on interest rates and fees to protect consumers from predatory lending practices and prevent systemic usury. Consumer Education Programs: Increase investment in consumer education programs to ensure that borrowers are fully aware of the terms of credit agreements and the implications of debt. These recommendations aim to fortify the legal framework surrounding consumer credit, ensuring that it not only supports the financial system but also safeguards consumer interests, particularly those of the most vulnerable. By closing these legal loopholes, we can foster a more equitable and responsible credit market.
Regulatory Challenges and Opportunities in the Cannabis Industry
Authors: Khajeh Naeeni Sepehr , Nouhi Nilofar
Published: May 2024

As the legalization of cannabis gains momentum globally, it becomes imperative to understand the regulatory challenges and opportunities this industry faces. The objective of this study was to investigate these elements through qualitative insights from stakeholders within the cannabis industry, exploring the complex interplay between regulatory frameworks and industry dynamics. This qualitative study was based on semi-structured interviews with 26 stakeholders in the cannabis industry, including growers, retailers, policymakers, and industry consultants. Participants were selected using purposive sampling to ensure diverse perspectives. The data was analyzed using NVivo software to achieve thematic analysis and theoretical saturation. The analysis identified four main themes: Regulatory Complexity, Stakeholder Perspectives, Innovation and Adaptation, and Social and Economic Impact. These themes encompassed various subcategories such as Compliance Challenges, Legal Uncertainties, Market Entry Barriers, Growers' Concerns, Retailers' Strategies, Policymakers' Intentions, Product Development, Business Model Innovation, Community Engagement, and Economic Contributions. Each theme and its subcategories provided deep insights into the varied impacts of regulations on different stakeholders within the industry. The study concluded that navigating the cannabis regulatory landscape is highly complex and requires stakeholders to engage in continual adaptation to remain compliant and competitive. Effective regulatory frameworks should balance public health concerns with economic opportunities, supporting innovation while ensuring safety and compliance. The findings underscore the necessity for policies that are responsive to the evolving needs of this dynamic industry.
WORK ON THE VOCAL CYCLE “VASILYEVSKY ISLAND” BY S. BANEVICH AT THE PIANO ACCOMPANIMENT CLASS
Authors: Трусова В.Г.
Published: May 2024

Статья посвящена особенностям работы преподавателя в концертмейстерском классе над вокальным циклом С. Баневича «Васильевский остров» для сопрано и фортепиано. На основе анализа поэтических текстов, системы музыкальной выразительности романсов и драматургии сочинения автор статьи предлагает свою интерпретацию и ряд методических рекомендаций для преподавателей и исполнителей данного цикла.

The article covers the specifics of the teacher’s work on the vocal cycle by S. Banevich for soprano and piano at the piano accompaniment class. On the basis of the analysis of poetic texts, the system of musical expressiveness of romances and the composition’s dramaturgy, the author of the article offers an interpretation of her own and a number of methodological recommendations for teachers and performers of the cycle
THE INFLUENCE OF FINANCIAL LITERACY AND FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY ON GENERATION Z INVESTMENT DECISIONS (CASE STUDY OF MANAGEMENT STUDENTS OF BANDAR LAMPUNG UNIVERSITY CLASS OF 2020)
Authors: Oktaviani  , Habiburahman
Published: May 2024

With an asset value of IDR 144.07 trillion at the end of the first semester of 2022, stock investors under 40 years old, namely gen Z and millennials by 81.64 percent. Most investors, 60.45%, work as private employees, civil servants, teachers, and students, with an asset value of Rp358.53 trillion. Demographic data shows that the majority of stock investors live on the island of Java, including 13.97% of those living in DKI Jakarta, with an asset value of Rp3,772.32 trillion. While the island of Sumatra is only 16.62%. From the explanation above, we can conclude that there is still low investment interest in several regions, especially Sumatra. The research problems are: Can financial literacy affect investment decisions in generation z in Bandar Lampung city, whether there is an influence between financial technology on investment decisions in generation z in Bandar Lampung city, whether financial literacy and financial technology can affect investment decisions in generation z in Bandar Lampung city.The purpose of this study is to determine the influence of financial literacy and financial technology towards investment decisions in generation z in Bandar Lampung city. Based on the results of the t test, it shows that the value of t calculated for Financial Literacy is greater than t table (3.687 > 1.998), and the value of sig = 0.006 < 0.05. In multiple regression analysis, financial literacy has a positive value for investment decisions. Financial technology has a positive and significant influence on the investment decisions of students or generation Z in the city of Bandar Lampung, meaning that the hypothesis is accepted. The results of the t test show that the value of t calculated by Financial Technology is greater than t table (2.515 > 1.998). In multiple regression analysis, financial technology has a positive value for investment decisions. The results of processing and analysis show that financial literacy and financial technology have a positive and significant impact on the investment decisions of generation Z in Bandar Lampung.
WASTE DISCLOSURE TO ENERGY SECTOR COMPANIES
Authors: Jessica Vimala  , Aminah
Published: May 2024

Environmental problems still occur around, the main cause is company waste. The study was conducted with the aim of examining the effect of profitability, leverage and company size on waste disclosure. The data used are secondary data with quantitative methods. The purposive sampling method was used to select samples and obtain as many as 104 data on energy sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2021 – 2022. The results obtained by researchers show that the variables of profitability and company size have a significant positive effect on waste disclosure. While leverage has a significant negative effect on waste disclosure.
The Impact of Green Finance, and Eco-Innovation on CO2 Emissions: The Pool Mean Group Evidence from ASEAN Countries in the Context of SDGs
Authors: Khokhar Zahid Hussain , Imran Muhammad , Rauf Rashid , Naz Najaf , Waseem Muhammad
Published: May 2024

This study investigates the influence of green finance, green technology, and eco-innovation on CO2 emissions within ASEAN countries, framed within the context of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), and SDG 13 (Climate Action). Utilizing data from 2002 to 2019 and adopting the Pool Mean Group (PMG) methodology, our analysis sheds light on the critical dynamics between sustainable financial practices, technological advancement in green technologies, and eco-innovative approaches towards achieving significant CO2 emissions reduction. Our findings reveal that green finance significantly empowers the deployment of green technologies and eco-innovations, leading to a notable decrease in CO2 emissions across the studied nations. The study highlights the importance of country-specific policy interventions that cater to the unique economic and technological contexts of ASEAN countries to optimize the contribution of green finance and technology to climate action. These insights offer a valuable guide for policymakers, financial institutions, and other stakeholders in harnessing green finance and technology for environmental sustainability, in alignment with the SDGs. This research contributes to the discourse on sustainable development, emphasizing the pivotal role of finance and innovation in environmental stewardship and carbon reduction efforts across ASEAN countries.
Resistance to Azole Drugs by Fungal Species Isolated from Date Palm Samples within Lafia Metropolis, Nigeria
Authors: Ganuwa Murshida Abdullahi , Akharenegbe Pedro , Nsemoh Hannah Eyo , Okposhi Isah Ibrahim , Orole Olukayode
Published: May 2024

Fungal species infecting fruits are developing resistance to some antifungals. The study determined prevalent fungi in date palm fruits and their resistance to azole antifungals. Dried date palm fruit samples were collected from Modern Market, Old Market, Alhamis Market, Koro Market and Tomato Market in Lafia Metropolis, Nigeria and fungi isolated from them. Antifungal susceptibility test as a zone of inhibition of fungal mycelial growth were recorded for terbinafine, clotrimazole, nystatin, metronidazole and fluconazole. Dates from the old market had the highest contamination with 6.0×103 ± 4.2 cfu/g, while samples from Koro market with 2.5×103 ± 1.7 cfu/g were the least contaminated. A total of 84 fungi were isolated, Aspergillus niger was the most predominant species while Aspergillus versicolor was the least predominant. Terbinafine was the most effective azole against the fungal species isolated with a zone of inhibition of 43 mm in diameter, while fluconazole was the least effective with the zone of inhibition of 0 mm. The organism most susceptible to the antifungal drugs was Aspergillus niger, while Penicillium chrysogenum was the most resistant. Results of this study indicated that, date palm fruits around the Lafia markets were more susceptible to Aspergillus niger contamination than other fungal species, and Terbinafine was the best azole antifungal drug. The study recommends that further research should be carried out with respect to the resistance developed against azoles by the fungal species.
Research on Discriminant Model of Water Inrush Source By Principal Component-cluster Analysis in Jiaozuo Mining Area
Authors: Wang Wenbo
Published: May 2024

This paper takes Jiaozuo Mining Area as the research object, based on the analysis of the hydrogeological conditions of the mining area, expounds the characteristics of coal strata, aquifers and groundwater recharge, runoff and discharge in the mining area; analyses the water inrush sources and water diversion channels in the mining area, analyses the routine water chemical data of each aquifer in the mining area, draws the piper three-line diagram and confirms it. To determine the hydrochemical type of groundwater in aquifer, six common water chemical ions are used as discriminant factors, a discriminant model of water inrush source is established by combining principal component analysis and cluster analysis, and the principal component of conventional water chemical ions is extracted as cluster variable to discriminate Water Inrush Source in Jiaozuo Mining Area. In order to prove the rationality and validity of the model, another group of inrush sources in Jiaozuo Mining Area is discussed. The water sample data are discriminated and the results obtained by cluster analysis are compared to verify the accuracy of the model. The results show that the model is feasible. To sum up, the identification model of inrush water source by principal component-cluster analysis can accurately and effectively identify the source of inrush water in Jiaozuo Mining Area.
Analisis Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Minat Nasabah dalam Menggunakan Layanan Mobile Banking pada Bank Syariah
Authors: Salman Mohamad
Published: May 2024

Pertumbuhan pesat dalam teknologi informasi telah mengubah paradigma layanan perbankan, mengarah pada inovasi seperti mobile banking yang menjadi fokus utama bank syariah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menyelidiki faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi minat nasabah dalam mengadopsi layanan mobile banking pada bank syariah. Dalam konteks ini, persepsi nasabah terhadap teknologi, tingkat kepercayaan terhadap keamanan transaksi, kegunaan layanan, dan kemudahan penggunaan menjadi fokus utama. Metode penelitian yang digunakan menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan menyebarkan kuesioner kepada nasabah bank syariah yang aktif menggunakan layanan mobile banking. Kuesioner dirancang berdasarkan literatur terkait, dan validitasnya diuji melalui uji pre-test. Sampel penelitian dipilih secara acak dari populasi nasabah yang telah mengadopsi mobile banking. Teknik analisis data melibatkan regresi untuk mengidentifikasi hubungan antara variabel-variabel kunci. Hasil analisis menyoroti peran sentral kepercayaan nasabah dalam menentukan minat mereka untuk mengadopsi layanan mobile banking. Kepercayaan terhadap keamanan transaksi, persepsi kegunaan layanan, dan tingkat kemudahan penggunaan teknologi mobile banking secara signifikan mempengaruhi minat nasabah. Implikasi temuan ini memberikan wawasan penting bagi bank syariah dalam merancang strategi pemasaran dan pengembangan layanan untuk meningkatkan adopsi mobile banking di kalangan nasabahnya. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi signifikan terutama dalam konteks bank syariah, di mana keterbatasan penelitian sebelumnya menunjukkan kebutuhan akan pemahaman mendalam tentang dinamika yang memengaruhi penerimaan teknologi oleh nasabah. Dengan demikian, penelitian ini bukan hanya memberikan wawasan teoritis, tetapi juga memberikan pandangan praktis yang dapat membantu bank syariah meningkatkan layanan mobile banking mereka agar lebih sesuai dengan harapan dan kebutuhan nasabah.
Pengaruh Return dan Resiko dalam Investasi Terhadap Minat Nasabah di Tinjau dari Fatwa DSN MUI
Authors: Aghnia Rifa , Wibawa Ginan
Published: May 2024

ABSTRAK
Reksadana syariah merupakan instrumen alternatif terbaik bagi investor pemula yang masih belajar berinvestasi namun ingin semua aset investasinya halal. Sebab, dengan reksa dana syariah, investor hanya perlu mengeluarkan modal yang sedikit dan modal tersebut akan digunakan untuk membiayai proyek (obligasi) atau saham pada perusahaan yang telah dipilih oleh DSN MUI. Proyek dan perusahaan tersebut dijamin tidak mengoperasikan dan menjual barang-barang yang diharamkan Islam, mempunyai standar keuangan tertentu yang menurut MUI aman untuk investasi sesuai syariah dan tentunya jelas legalitasnya. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian ini. Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian yuridis empiris atau disebut penelitian lapangan, yaitu mengkaji ketentuan hukum yang berlaku dan apa yang terjadi dalam kenyataan di masyarakat. Penelitian yuridis empiris adalah penelitian hukum mengenai penerapan atau pelaksanaan ketentuan hukum normatif dalam tindakan pada setiap peristiwa hukum tertentu yang terjadi dalam masyarakat. Hasil penelitian ini adalah: Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dalam fatwa DSN-MUI no. 20 Tahun 2001 tentang Pedoman Pelaksanaan Investasi Reksa Dana Syariah, terdapat perbedaan antara reksa dana konvensional dan reksa dana syariah dari segi akadnya, yaitu pada Pasal 2 (1) “Reksa dana syariah dalam mekanisme operasionalnya menggunakan akad wakalah antara manajer investasi dan penanam modal atau penanam modal dan akad antar pengelola, penanaman modal dan pemakai penanaman modal dilakukan dengan sistem mudharabah, kemudian dijelaskan dalam KHES (Kompilasi Hukum Ekonomi Syariah) tentang akad syariah.Pasal 1 (m) menyebutkan adanya asas al-kitabah (tertulis) yang berarti bahwasighah suatu akad wajib dalam bentuk tertulis.
Analisis Tingkat Keterlibatan Orang Tua dalam Program PAUD dan Hubungannya dengan Kemajuan Belajar Anak
Authors: Hidayat Paridah
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis tingkat keterlibatan orang tua dalam program Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini (PAUD) dan hubungannya dengan kemajuan belajar anak. Keterlibatan orang tua diakui sebagai faktor penting dalam pendidikan anak usia dini, memberikan dasar yang kokoh bagi perkembangan kognitif, emosional, dan sosial anak. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan survei yang dilakukan pada orang tua yang anak-anaknya terdaftar di berbagai PAUD. Survei difokuskan pada berbagai aspek keterlibatan orang tua, termasuk partisipasi dalam kegiatan sekolah, dukungan belajar di rumah, dan komunikasi dengan pendidik. Kemajuan belajar anak diukur berdasarkan penilaian akademis, perkembangan sosial-emosional, dan keterampilan motorik. Data yang terkumpul dianalisis untuk menentukan hubungan antara tingkat keterlibatan orang tua dan kemajuan belajar anak. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat hubungan positif yang signifikan antara keterlibatan orang tua dalam program PAUD dan kemajuan belajar anak. Anak-anak yang orang tuanya terlibat aktif dalam pendidikan mereka cenderung menunjukkan kemajuan yang lebih baik dalam hal kognitif, sosial-emosional, dan keterampilan motorik. Penelitian ini memberikan bukti yang mendukung pentingnya kolaborasi antara orang tua dan pendidik dalam program PAUD untuk mendukung perkembangan holistik anak. Temuan ini memiliki implikasi penting bagi praktik pendidikan di PAUD, menyarankan perlunya strategi yang lebih efektif untuk meningkatkan keterlibatan orang tua dalam pendidikan anak usia dini. Penelitian ini juga menyarankan agar PAUD mengembangkan program dan kegiatan yang memudahkan partisipasi orang tua, serta memperkuat komunikasi antara sekolah dan rumah.
Hubungan Antara Lingkungan Kelas dan Prestasi Belajar Anak Usia Dini: Studi Kasus PAUD di Garut
Authors: Daryana Andepi
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menginvestigasi hubungan antara lingkungan kelas dan prestasi belajar anak usia dini di Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini (PAUD) di Garut, Indonesia. Fokus utamanya adalah mengeksplorasi bagaimana elemen-elemen lingkungan kelas seperti fasilitas, suasana, dan metode pengajaran mempengaruhi kemajuan akademik anak-anak. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan pendekatan survei. Sampel penelitian melibatkan 200 anak usia dini dari 10 PAUD terpilih di Garut. Data dikumpulkan menggunakan kuesioner yang diisi oleh guru dan orang tua, serta observasi langsung terhadap kondisi kelas. Analisis statistik dilakukan untuk mengukur korelasi antara variabel lingkungan kelas dan prestasi belajar. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya korelasi positif yang signifikan antara kualitas lingkungan kelas dan prestasi belajar anak. Faktor-faktor seperti kecukupan fasilitas, kebersihan dan keamanan kelas, serta metode pengajaran yang interaktif dan menarik secara signifikan berhubungan dengan peningkatan prestasi belajar. Observasi menunjukkan bahwa anak-anak cenderung lebih terlibat dan antusias dalam belajar di lingkungan yang mendukung.
Kesimpulan penelitian ini mengkonfirmasi bahwa lingkungan kelas yang kondusif memiliki peran penting dalam mendukung prestasi belajar anak usia dini. Rekomendasi dari penelitian ini termasuk peningkatan fasilitas dan perbaikan kondisi fisik kelas di PAUD, serta pelatihan guru untuk mengadopsi metode pengajaran yang lebih efektif dan menarik bagi anak usia dini.
Penggunaan Metode Pembelajaran Berbasis Permainan terhadap Keterampilan Motorik Kasar Anak Usia Dini
Authors: Nurdiana Rina
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi efektivitas metode pembelajaran berbasis permainan dalam pengembangan keterampilan motorik kasar pada anak usia dini. Metode pembelajaran berbasis permainan, yang mengintegrasikan aktivitas fisik dengan konsep pembelajaran, diakui sebagai pendekatan yang efektif dalam pendidikan anak usia dini. Studi ini menggunakan desain kuantitatif eksperimen dengan kelompok kontrol untuk menilai pengaruh metode pembelajaran ini pada anak-anak usia 4-6 tahun. Sampel penelitian terdiri dari 60 anak yang dibagi ke dalam dua kelompok: kelompok eksperimen yang menerima pendidikan melalui metode pembelajaran berbasis permainan, dan kelompok kontrol yang menerima metode pembelajaran tradisional. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi dan penilaian keterampilan motorik kasar menggunakan skala pengukuran yang telah distandarisasi. Analisis data dilakukan dengan menggunakan teknik statistik untuk membandingkan perkembangan keterampilan motorik kasar antara kedua kelompok. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat peningkatan signifikan dalam keterampilan motorik kasar pada kelompok eksperimen dibandingkan dengan kelompok kontrol. Anak-anak yang mengikuti pembelajaran berbasis permainan menunjukkan kemajuan yang lebih besar dalam keterampilan seperti lompat, berlari, dan melempar. Selain itu, penelitian ini juga menemukan bahwa metode pembelajaran berbasis permainan meningkatkan motivasi dan keterlibatan anak dalam proses pembelajaran. Berdasarkan temuan ini, penelitian menyarankan bahwa integrasi metode pembelajaran berbasis permainan dalam kurikulum pendidikan anak usia dini dapat menjadi strategi yang efektif untuk meningkatkan keterampilan motorik kasar. Pendekatan ini tidak hanya mempromosikan pengembangan fisik tetapi juga memperkaya pengalaman belajar anak dengan membuat proses pembelajaran lebih interaktif dan menyenangkan.
Alberg's Schoenberg Disease – A Review and Case report
Authors: R K Swetha , A Vasanthakumari , A Selvabalaji , S Preethi Archana
Published: May 2024

Osteopetrosis is a rare hereditary bone disease characterized by a abnormal overgrowth of dense bone because of osteoclasts malfunction, impaired bone resorption, decrease in the rate of bone turnover and formation of immature bone. There are a number of clinical variants with significantly different prognosis and clinical behaviours that have been described in the literature. The diagnosis of Osteopetrosis is largely based on the clinical and radiographic evaluation, and confirmed by gene testing. Treatment for osteopetrosis is largely symptomatic, however haematopoietic stem cell transplantation is currently the best chance for the long term survival of the patient. Osteomyelitis is a known complication of osteopetrosis. A prompt diagnosis, appropriate treatment and a continuous follow up decreases the long-term sequelae of the disease. This article emphasis on the signs and symptoms, clinical and radiographic features of Osteopetrosis and gives an insight on a case diagnosed with Osteopetrosis in an eight year old female patient and about the treatment rendered.
La abstracción de agregación en la modelación conceptual de bases de datos. Consideraciones sobre su uso en la docencia
Authors: García González Carlos Ernesto
Published: May 2024

Conceptual data models have been developed to capture the meaning of data using abstraction mechanisms such as association, generalization/specialization, categorization, and aggregation. The use of the aggregation construct in the various Entity-Relationship model notations has been limited because many of the existing notations do not support it. The same is currently the case with CASE tools (Computer Aided Software Engineering) for database design. The objective of this article is to highlight the semantic potential of aggregation and show how its use contributes to the semantic richness of conceptual schemes. This result can be applied in the teaching of conceptual modeling issues in subjects related to databases.
La formación continua y la superación profesional del Licenciado en enfermería. Retos y desafíos
Authors: Rojas Rodríguez Yanet
Published: May 2024

The annual analyzes of postgraduate activity allow observing possible changes and planning their future development to improve the generation of knowledge in nursing professionals, which is why the professional improvement activities are planned and executed in such a way that the expected results are achieved with minimum expenditure of time, movement and human, material and financial resources. The objective is to design a strategy for continuous training and professional improvement in the Nursing career at the University of Medical Sciences of Cienfuegos. Theoretical and empirical methods were used for the design of the strategy. The strategy is designed taking into account different moments for continuous training and professional improvement, it is a work tool elaborated on the basis of the systemic nature of professional improvement, which is permanent, continuous, active and developer, guiding the use of the different organizational forms of the postgraduate.
Estudio clínico epidemiológico de los principales fenómenos fisiológicos de la visión en gamaóptica
Authors: Ulloa Oliva Solaimi , Terán Coba César Augusto , Sarango Torres Marlin Janeth , Correa Rojas Osmani
Published: May 2024

Vision is not only limited to visual acuity, there are other parameters to achieve perfect vision. A descriptive, longitudinal, retrospective study was carried out in Gamaóptica, Latacunga-Ecuador, in the year 2020, to know the clinical epidemiological characteristics of the main physiological phenomena of vision. A sample of 120 patients was studied where variables such as: age, sex, occupation, visual acuity, Ishihara Test, Titmus Test and Worth's light test were explored. The qualitative variables were summarized using absolute and relative percentage frequencies. The X2 test was used at 95% certainty to compare frequencies or associate variables. In the study prevailed: the female sex with 51.7%, the age group of 15-24 years with 28.3% and the economically inactive population with 46%. 46.7% of the individuals presented visual acuity without binocular correction of distance with visual limitation, according to the Ishihara Test, 98.3% of the sample were standard people, 69.2% of the sample had normal binocular vision according to Worth's lights and 88.3% of the individuals reached a stereopsis of 40 seconds of bows. Alterations were detected, in a lower percentage, in all the tests applied to evaluate visual function: Ishihara Test (1.7%), Worth's Lights (30.8%), Titmus Test (11.7%).
El uso de las artes plásticas por las familias con niños en aislamiento social
Authors: Quintana García Katiuska , Vázquez López Duanis , Comptes Pérez Yanet
Published: May 2024

In the present work, a nowadays priority for the health and the education is approached, because the plastic arts is an important way of communication of feelings, experiences and emotions of the human being, at the same time contributes to the mental health. It aims at designing activities oriented to prepare families for the application of techniques with children during the pandemic. Plastic arts facilitate the communication of de acquired experience, which adults are responsible for, mainly the relatives. A qualitative methodology is mainly used, from the use of theoretical methods like: analysis-synthesis, inductive-deductive; and from the empirical level the observation, survey to relatives of early childhood children that made it possible to obtain valuable information about the investigated topic, were applied. The diagnosis results were taken into account for designing the activities to be carried out by the families with the children, through different plastic techniques that enrich their vision of the world and his mental health.
Caracterización del claustro de enfermería en Cienfuegos en el año 2020
Authors: Giraud Rodríguez Deise Matilde , Juanes Giraud Blas Yoel , Álvarez Hernández Isleidy
Published: May 2024

The process of professionalization of nursing in the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean has been characterized by the transformation of nurses' education. The integral training of health professionals requires motivations and behaviors in accordance with the ideological, moral principles of our society, an objective of higher education is to stimulate technical and intellectual scientific development, so stimulating the improvement of teachers in this way is systematized and guarantees the quality of training of nursing students. The objective of the article is to verify the scientific-technical qualification of the faculty of nursing teachers in the province. The methods used were for a longitudinal retrospective descriptive study and pedagogical historical cut, variables distribution in the province and municipalities, current state, age, departments, teaching, research and academic categories applying the methods of analysis / synthesis, historical / logical, empirical and mathematical methods, as a result the province has 173 nursing professors categorized for 100 %. In all secondary care hospitals, they have teachers with this qualification, in addition, from the municipalities and health areas. The categories range from holders to Instructors and two consultants who have special category. The doctors in Science are 4 and 12 in training. All data were processed in Microsoft Windows 2010 and mathematical statistics.
La transición psicosocial del ingreso a la universidad en mujeres de la Licenciatura en Psicología
Authors: Corina Tejedor María , Lorenzo Martín Rafael , Celeste Gómez María
Published: May 2024

Social representations constitute a valuable access route for understanding how young women face the psychosocial transition when they graduate from university and their personological integration. The presentation is derived from the macro-investigation, called: Social representations of study, work, self-perception and future anticipations in some students of the Faculty of Psychology of the National University of San Luis (Argentina). In-depth interviews are analyzed in a sub-sample of ten women entering the Bachelor of Psychology, aged 18 years. Its essential objective materializes in the understanding of the state of the most relevant social representations linked to study, work, anticipations of the future and perception of themselves considering the social and subjective dimension. The research has a descriptive-interpretative scope with a qualitative route. The collected material converges with the relevant concepts of the field of Guidance Psychology, axes that are articulated with the analysis from a gender perspective. The socio-cultural, economic and social context assumes a central hierarchy in the construction of social representations, as well as in the configuration of identity and life project; aspects recreated from its singularity in this study.
Diagnóstico sobre la percepción ambiental de estudiantes de la Universidad Metropolitana del Ecuador
Authors: Charpentier Alcívar Andrea , Freire Mancheno Jorge Andrés , Contreras Velázquez Luz María
Published: May 2024

The objective of this non-experimental research with a descriptive scope was to diagnose the environmental perception and knowledge on this subject of the students of various careers of the Metropolitan University of Ecuador. In order to support the importance of environmental training from all the subjects of the curriculum of the academic offer, not only with a vision oriented to the nature preservation and the protection of the environment, but also from the perspective of sustainable development. For it, a questionnaire was designed based on the bibliography and applied to a sample of 200 students. As a result, it was obtained that approximately 50% of the students consider that they have high-medium knowledge on environmental issues and this same amount expresses irritation on situations that deteriorate the environment. However, the other half is not aware of the situation and seriousness of the environmental problems of global society, neither the level of necessary environmental perception to induce them to change habits and values ​​towards the protection and care of the environment, as an essential dimension for sustainable development.
La formación de competencias investigativas en los estudiantes universitarios
Authors: García Álvarez Ignacio , Batista Salvador Amauri , Bernal Cerza Raisa Emilia
Published: May 2024

Training for research is a challenge for academics in the area methodology in higher education programs. For these reasons, this article is aimed at deepening the formation of investigative skills in university students from initial training, based on the current demands imposed by society as a result of the emergence and development of information technologies and communication in the world. Consequently, a bibliographical review is carried out about the formation of investigative competences, its main characteristics, aimed at solving the insufficiencies that are present in the research results of the students and due to the importance, that it has for the acquisition not only knowledge and skills, but also in the formation of attitudes that allow satisfactory responses to professional performance.
Technical Guidance Preparation of the Education Unit Operational of the Kurikulum Merdeka for Teachers in Elementary Schools
Authors: Supriani Yuli , Meliani Fitri , Indah Wahyu Ningsing  , Laila Maharani  , Muhammad Agus Kurniawan
Published: May 2024

This community service activity involving the IAI Agus Salim Metro Lampung PKM team aims to overcome obstacles for elementary school teachers in implementing the Independent Curriculum. This program provides benefits for various parties, including elementary school teachers at SDN 2 Sri Agung, SDN 2 Subing Karya, SDN 2 Ppurwosari, SDN 2 Srimulyo Anak Ratu Aji, and SDN 6 Tanjung Jaya, Central Lampung. The main obstacle faced by teachers in preparing the Operational Curriculum of Education Units in the Learning Curriculum is related to understanding concepts and their application in daily learning activities. Teachers need a comprehensive understanding of the preparation of the Operational Curriculum of Education Units with the Independent Learning Curriculum approach. The direction from the PKM Team makes an important contribution in delivering information, strategies, and approaches that support teachers to develop operational curricula effectively. Teachers in elementary schools who follow this technical guidance have experienced improved skills in developing operational curricula. This helps them to adapt the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum approach according to the characteristics and needs of students in their environment. Through a better understanding of the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum, teachers can design learning that is more contextual, relevant, and in accordance with student needs. This has the potential to improve the quality of education in Primary School, spark students' interest in learning, and improve their academic achievement.
Influence of Acculturation on Psychological Distress and Intergenerational Cultural Dissonance
Authors: Ammara Jehangir  , Dr. Rabia Farooqi*
Published: May 2024

This research is a correlational cross-sectional study that envisions the effect of acculturation on returnee adolescents from western countries upholding individualistic culture to the collectivist culture of Pakistan. It primarily gauges psychological distress and intergenerational cultural dissonance (ICD) as experienced by acculturating adolescents. The sample consisted of 100 returnee adolescents with the age range of 14 to 19 years (M =16.1, SD =1.89). The stipulated scales of the Vancouver Index of Acculturation (Paulhus, 2013), Kessler psychological distress scale K10 (Kessler et al., 2002), and Family Conflict Scale (Lee et al., 2000) were used. Datawas collected using the purposive snowball strategy. Regression analysis, Pearson Correlation, and independent t-test indicated that Acculturation significantly predicted the level of Psychological-distress, and ICD, and females exhibited significantly more Psychological-distress and ICD than their male counterparts. The results facilitate multicultural competency and aid in abetter understanding of returnee adolescents’ psychological well-being.
The Role of Post-Traumatic Stress Symptoms and Psychological Distress on Quality of Life of COVID-19 Survivors
Authors: Masha Asad Khan*  , Hafiza Ayesha Siddiqa  , Zara Haroon
Published: May 2024

This study aims to examine the relationship of posttraumatic stress symptoms, psychologicaldistress, and quality of life in Covid-19 survivors. Participants were N=120 Corona survivors(MA = 29.03; SD = 10), where 56.7 % were males and 43.3% were females from Lahore,Pakistan. The sample was collected using purposive and convenience sampling technique. Inorder to gather data, Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS) (Lovibond & Lovibond,1996), PTSD Checklist for DSM-5(PSL-5) (Weather et al., 2013), World Health OrganizationsQuality of Life (WHOQOL) BREF (Whoqol Group, 1998) and Demographic form wereadministered. Correlation research design was employed. Data was analyzed using PearsonProduct Moment Coefficient of Correlation and Multiple Linear Regression. Results indicatedmoderate to severe levels of depression, anxiety and distress symptoms with significant scores of53.3%, 56.6% and 39.1% respectively. Moreover, common symptoms reported by survivorsincluded fever (68.3%), dry cough (54.2%), headache (49.2%), loss of sense of smell (39.2%)and taste (37.5%). Results revealed a significant relation between the study variables, whereaspsychological distress and post-traumatic stress symptoms significantly predicted lower qualityof life. The findings of the present study have implications for psychologists, psychiatrists,mental health professionals and social workers the results also provide concrete bases in formingand implementing mental health intervention policies to cope with post Covid-19 challengeseffectively. The psychological interventions and mental health strategies provide psychologicalsupport and guidance that will contribute to mental health well-being, and improve the quality oflife and coping strategies.
A STUDY AND ANALYSIS ON CHATBOTS FOR BUSINESSES USING BOTSIFY
Authors: Fatima
Published: May 2024

A bot is a piece of software that executes different jobs and behaves like a human by following instructions. The acronym BOT stands for Build, Operate, Transfer. As a type of bot, chatbots can be thought of as conversational agents and have become extremely useful in the field of human-computer interaction. Advances in deep learning models, language understanding, and the availability of large datasets have led to notable progress in the development and implementation of chatbots. The article examines the essential elements and difficulties involved in developing chatbots. The study discusses a variety of chatbot training techniques, including rule-based systems and more intricate neural network architectures. Botsify is a platform for creating chatbots that also uses artificial intelligence (AI) to improve dialogue. With Botsify's revolutionary power, Chatter-Champion emerges as the prototype of conversational excellence, reaching new heights. Architecture gives board summary and basic implanting methods. The unique needs and interconnections with external systems may influence the actual implementations.
Experiences of Gifted Mathematics Students in Mainstream Classrooms
Authors: Galea Maria
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study was to investigate the daily educational experiences of gifted mathematics students in mainstream classrooms in Malta. Gifted students have their own special educational needs, mostly the need to be provided with an intellectually challenging environment commensurate with their abilities. However, little is known about whether the intellectual needs of gifted students are met in Maltese mainstream classrooms. Online interviews were conducted with 9 gifted mathematics students in Year 8 and Year 9 attending various schools in Malta. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data. The findings of this study indicate that the experiences of gifted mathematics students are enhanced when they are actively involved in learning. Secondly, it appears that participants lack relevant and meaningful experiences, and a challenging learning environment. Finally, evidence suggests that differentiated teaching strategies are underutilised or not appropriately implemented, resulting in participants having excessive extra time at hand. This study highlights the need for the teaching of mathematics to move away from a whole-class approach. Thus, it is suggested that both on a national level and at a school level there is commitment to provide training for educators on student-centred approaches that include active learning and differentiation.
IMPACT OF AI ON BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Authors: Saini Aarti , Saini Vandana
Published: May 2024

Business management is a broad field that includes everything from high-level decision-making and goal-setting to personnel supervision, financial management, and operational optimization to ensure that it runs smoothly and produces the desired results. Businesses in a variety of industries depend on effective company management to succeed. AI has a major impact on almost every field whatever it may be, that means education, marketing, banking etc. With so many benefits, artificial intelligence is a key component of corporate management. Enterprises can reap numerous advantages from machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies that enhance their functioning. Organizations may operate more efficiently, quickly, and productively thanks to AI and machine learning technologies. Along with greater monitoring capabilities, new business model expansion opportunities, better customer service, and a decrease in human error, these technologies also have the ability to produce results that are higher quality and more dependable.
IMPORTANT ROLE OF ICT AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT
Authors: Rani Dr. Daisy
Published: May 2024

IMPORTANT ROLE OF ICT AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT
HARNESSING AI FOR CYBER SECURITY CHALLENGES
Authors: Sandhu Dr. Reema
Published: May 2024

Although human beings possess intelligence but still lack the capabilities to understand the problem and in finding solutions to them. However, when it comes to mitigating errors in operational tasks and finding deviations, artificial intelligence is leading human ability and is competing in every domain. Artificial intelligence is contributing in assessing errors that human beings are making vulnerably. It can help to protect organizations from Internet threats, identify types of malware, ensure practical security standards and help create better prevention and recovery strategies as a solution to cyber security. In this research paper, it is highlighted on how AI technologies and applications can contribute to cyber security, the opportunities provided by AI to different people and organisations and the potential challenges faced while relying completely on AI. The recommendations while implementing AI solutions are discussed followed by conclusion in the end.