bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Implementation of Carbon Tax and Emissions Trading System in Türkiye
Authors: Varoglu Aysel , Ari İzzet
Published: August 2023

The industrial revolution, which started with the invention of coal-fired steam engines, led to the intensive consumption of fossil fuels and environmental pollution all over the world. In the 1960s, the first international steps were taken to prevent environmental pollution. The main ones are the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, the Kyoto Protocol, and the Paris Agreement. Building on the Paris Agreement, the European Union announced the Green Deal and prepared the carbon border adjustment mechanism in line with the objectives of the Deal. The peculiarity of this mechanism is that it will price carbon not only for European producers, but also for the countries with which Europe trades. Large economies that do not want to lose the European Market are updating their own emissions trading systems in line with the European Union emissions trading system. The aim of this study is to propose a model for a carbon market to be established in Türkiye based on the carbon markets implemented in selected large countries.
Sectoral Production in Greece During 2010-2018
Authors: Prodromidis Prodromos I.
Published: August 2023

The chapter econometrically estimates Greece's sectoral production in terms of labor and capital inputs from 2010 to 2018 and the (residual) sectoral multifactor productivity element in terms of technology features—the types of labor and capital—used. Everything being equal, based on the findings, projects undertaken to affect the post-pandemic recovery and economic development will yield better outcomes if they are carried out so as to bring more workers and investments in sectors where the two inputs have positive effects; reduce the use labor in sectors where the labor inputs are associated with negative effects or promote worker education accordingly; sell overseas older capital assets associated with negative effects on output or organize assets in ways that are more effective than in the past; and add new, technologically improved assets. The chapter also suggests that investing in certain sectors may be preferable on account of the production coefficients and depreciation rates. Overall, the approach developed may be of interest to analysts and policy makers elsewhere in the world.
The Economics of Advertising, Fair Marketing, Unusual Behaving, or Consuming
Authors: Kuzmanović Vladan
Published: August 2023

In advertising, social responsibility is a tripartite process involving three relevant actors: the corporation, agency, and audience. Omissions on the social market are most often broadcast by agencies to the detriment of consumers or with the cooperation of the first two actors. The corporation influences the agency through the audience or censorship before it reaches a socially critical effect. While in the short run unfair marketing causes exclusive harm to consumers, in the long run, invasive marketing harms corporations, causing disappointment among customers, active abstinence, or aversion. The marketing paradox speaks of the inefficiency of marketing in delivering value to the consumer of accurate, convenient, and true information. This inefficiency of marketing requires social marketing in order to protect the interests of social groups affected by these actions. Paradoxes are typical zones of adjustment of economic and epistemological (behavioral) interests.
State-Society Relations Under the COVID-19 Disaster in Japan
Authors: Yamamoto Hidehiro , Fujita Taisuke
Published: August 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic forced states worldwide to intervene in citizens' lives, especially in two critical aspects: behavioral constraints and economic compensations. Accordingly, the pandemic provides an opportunity to reconsider the role of the state. Given that public opinion is an essential determinant of state-society relations in a democracy, this chapter investigates the extent to which people in Japan think the state should intervene in people's lives. The authors propose four hypotheses (political party support, anxiety about infection risk, authoritative attitude, and economic ideology) and test them by analyzing data from a questionnaire survey. The analysis reveals that whereas support for the ruling party and authoritarian attitudes positively affect support for COVID-19 measures, economic ideologies such as liberalism and redistribution do not affect it positively or negatively. The results indicate both the similarities and differences in public opinion regarding the state's role between Japan and Western countries and provide implications for Japanese society in the post-pandemic era.
The Political Marketing Strategy of Dealing With the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Chadjipadelis Theodore , Panagiotidou Georgia , Magopoulou Sofia
Published: August 2023

The present work seeks to construct a framework for analyzing political marketing strategies and tools in crises. The case study focuses on the marketing strategy and communication management of the COVID-19 pandemic in the cases of Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Kosovo, Romania, Republic of Serbia, and Turkey. The first section attempts a bibliographic review of the basic concepts of political marketing, the concept of crisis, and the evidence of the basic model on which the analysis is based. Then, the cases are presented in detail in the light of political marketing, strategies, and tactics used. The chapter jointly analyzes the marketing strategies of the countries in dealing with the pandemic through assessing their stance in terms of 1) threat, 2) opportunity, or 3) ignoring the urgency of the situation. The results and comparative analysis between the countries are presented in the discussion section.
Response of the Public Sector to COVID-19 With Organizational Design and Ad hoc Structure
Authors: Tzouvelekas Manolis
Published: August 2023

The public sector, like other socio-economic sectors, has been impacted by the pandemic COVID-19. Furthermore, regardless of their national, supranational, and international contexts or capacities, public sectors in almost every country were tasked with more than just coordinating society and economy, mitigating population health risks, and keeping economies afloat. The complexity and interconnectedness of various types of policies necessitates the adoption of new organisational models. This chapter investigates the public sector's challenges in turbulent times. It also describes how organisational design and architecture, other than the dominant new public management model complementary to new public governance model can provide viable, sustainable solutions as well as more democratic leadership and decision making. Based on the theoretical analysis and the methodologies of contingency and complexity theories, the chapter emphasizes the multi-governance model in mitigating the COVID-19 effects through a loose and organic organisational system instead of a bureaucracy.
Guilt Economics
Authors: Zarotiadis Grigorios
Published: August 2023

The paper investigates the effects of the recent pandemic on individual and collective behavior, and their implications for the functioning and effectiveness of socio-economic evolution. These effects are not treated as separate and self-existent, but in the context of the overall, historical civilizing process, according to the relevant position of Norbert Elias, i.e., as part of a long course of distancing from physical behavior, to serve the balance of a society with more extensive and intense inter-personal and -institutional relationships. In combination, the importance of rapid technological development, which among other things reduces the cost of control, is explored and the importance of the concept of ‘individual responsibility' and ‘socio-economic guilt' is highlighted. Following, in the last part the authors analyze not only the challenges and the risks, but also the opportunities that arise from the current phase of the civilizing process for social justice and economic sustainability.
Mechanized Functioning of Tomato and Lettuce Greenhouses Using IoT and Machine Learning Techniques
Authors: Saraswat Shipra , Khan Rijwan , Gupta Ayush , Mehta Abhay
Published: August 2023

This chapter explores the mechanized functioning of tomato and lettuce greenhouses through the integration of internet of things (IoT) and machine learning techniques. It highlights the transformative impact of these technologies on the agricultural industry, enabling enhanced productivity, optimized resource management, and improved crop yield. By leveraging IoT, greenhouses become interconnected systems that allow real-time monitoring and control of environmental parameters. Machine learning (ML) algorithms examine data collected from sensors and historical records to predict crop growth patterns, disease outbreaks, and pest infestations. This enables proactive decision-making and efficient resource allocation. The adoption of IoT in greenhouse farming not only automates operations but also promotes sustainable practices, reducing labor costs and optimizing resource utilization. Overall, this chapter showcases the potential of IoT and ML technologies in revolutionizing greenhouse farming for increased efficiency, sustainability, and food security of tomato and lettuce crops.
Ethnobotanicals Used as Therapeutics Against Cancer, Dental Caries, and Helminth Infection in Nigeria
Authors: Chukwuka Kanayo Stephen , Adesida Samuel Oluwasegun , Alimba Chibuisi Gideon
Published: August 2023

The use of whole plants and/or floral parts as natural therapeutic agents in the management and treatment of various communicable and non-communicable diseases and prevention of diseases causative organisms in humans and animals, has increased globally making it the current focus of scientific research in health and pharmacology. There is plethora of plants in Nigeria which have been successfully used in the treatment and or management of cancer, dental caries, and helminthiasis. Although many of them remained to be scientifically validated for their efficacies and active ingredients, however, experimental research geared towards identifying and characterizing active phytochemicals of ethnobotanicals in Nigeria is increasing in recent times. This will enhance validation of the claim of their efficacies and may establish mechanisms of their therapeutic actions. This chapter presents review of reports on plants from Nigeria that have been successfully used in the treatment and or management of cancer, dental caries, and helminthiasis.
Plant-Derived Bioactive Compounds
Authors: Pushpalatha Deepta Shirin S. P. Sundararajan , Kumaraswamy Srinivasan , Selvaraj Ganesh Kumar , Narayanaswamy Radhakrishnan , Prabhakaran Vasantha-Srinivasan , Sivakumar Thangavel , Kesavan Amala
Published: August 2023

Inflammation is a robust immune response against exogenous stimulation processes like microbial invasion and physical injury. Despite inflammation being an essential host-defence mechanism, their chronic stage is highly associated with severe inflammatory disorders such as cancer and heart diseases. Natural bioactive compounds have been contributing a solid base for improving contemporary therapeutic agents against various inflammatory diseases. Due to their natural source and pharmacological benefits, medicinal plants have been utilized as a significant source of anti-inflammatory drugs. The plant's secondary metabolites, alkaloids, flavonoids, steroids, phenolics, tannins, and terpenoids play an essential role in the modulation of inflammatory responses. Those organic compounds reduce prolonged inflammation and represent a potential therapeutic entrant. The current book chapter describes various medicinal plants and their respective bioactive metabolites. Also, it represents their specific role to treat chronic inflammatory infections and disorders.
Experimental Investigation of the Flammable Properties and Factors of Wooden Products Exposed to the Fire Impact
Authors: Dubinin Dmytro , Lisniak Andrei , Shevchenko Serhii , Gaponenko Yuri
Published: August 2023

Consideration was given to the issue of the integrated evaluation of the flammable properties and factors of wooden products (Oriented Strand Boards, OSB and Wood Particle Boards, WPB) as basic flammable construction materials exposed to the action of fire. The experimental data obtained for flammable wooden products during the experiments carried out to define the dependence of temperature on the time of fire impact, to measure and substantiate the charring depth of wooden products, to determine degradation zones affected by fire and their sizes (area, width and length) and to compare a change in the specimen mass before and after the tests have been given. The experimental data confirm and substantiate the pyrolysis processes of wooden products during the fire spread.
Selection the Material and Analysis of Knee Joint for Smart Transfemoral Prosthetic
Authors: Ibraheem Marwa Qasim , Ali Ahmed Abdul Hussein , Sahti Zaid Hashim
Published: August 2023

The issue of providing healthy movement for patients with lower limb amputations requires using of a well-designed lower limb prosthesis. The purpose of this work is to boost the passive prosthesis to a microcontroller-based prosthesis to provide a rotational speed that suits the function for which it is used, the boost focuses on providing a knee mechanism design by using Maxon EC motor, a socket and foot that can be obtained from previous designs. The study required to be achieved some of the basic criteria, as the proposed knee joint must have sufficient strength to bear up the weight of the amputee’s body and also have the ability to flex the knee to 900.The single parts of the knee joint was designed by using Solid Works software. The mechanism of the knee joint will be simulated after assembling each part of the design for envisage the motion of the knee prosthesis. Three materials were selected, taking into account the properties of these materials, Aluminum alloy 6061T6, Aluminum alloy 2024 and AISI4130 Steel. To find out whether the proposed model can withstand the loads, Finite element analysis using (ANSYS computer program software) the results were discussed and the model was evaluated.
Morphology Changes in the One-Step Synthesis of Cu2O/ CuO by Dealloying Amorphous Ribbons in Alkaline Solution
Authors: Nicolaescu Mircea , Serban Viorel Aurel , Lazau Carmen , Bandas Cornelia , Orha Corina , Vajda Melinda , Binchiciu Emilia-Florina
Published: August 2023

The dealloying technique has been a well-known process since antiquity, but recently it has started to be used to produce nonporous metals and metal oxide semiconductors for various electrochemical applications. The dealloying process is carried out in both acidic and basic solutions, depending on the base material and the desired application. In this study, Cu-based amorphous ribbons were dealloyed in alkaline aqueous solution at room temperature, keeping the temperature constant and varying the concentration of the solution. This process has the advantage that both dealloying of the ribbons and nanostructured copper oxide synthesis on their surface is obtained in one step. For the preparation of copper-based amorphous ribbons, the melt-spinning process was used, and the composite obtained consisting of nanopores decorated with Cu2O/CuO nanoparticles makes it an ideal candidate for electrochemical applications. For the investigation of the structural, morphological, and optical properties of the obtained materials, X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM).
Experimental Investigation of the Pyrolysis of Synthetic Materials Exposed to External and Internal Fires
Authors: Dubinin Dmytro , Hrytsyna Ihor , Ragimov Serhii , Hrytsyna Natalia
Published: August 2023

Consideration was given to the issue of flammability during the thermal decomposition of synthetic materials used for the constructions to isolate the process equipment and building structures. The experimental research data obtained for the thermal decomposition of synthetic materials with the measurements of temperature as a function of the time of thermal radiation were given including a change in the mass and structure of the specimens of synthetic materials exposed to the thermal radiation during the fire. The obtained experimental data enabled the substantiation of the process of the thermal decomposition of synthetic materials depending on time and temperature and also a change in the mass of the specimens of synthetic materials before and after the tests.
Usefulness of outreach clinics on active case detection of leprosy in a high endemic area in Sri Lanka
Authors: Kalubowila Kasunee , Gajanayaka Chandana , Hapudeniya Chaminda , Kahawita Indira , Jayarathna Lakmal , Vithanage Sankha , Thilakarathna Manuja , Gunathilaka Jayalath , Anujan Sounthararajan
Published: August 2023

Though Sri Lanka reports low endemicity and a lesser number of cases detected annually, leprosy patients below 14 years of age are rising. Therefore, active case finding is essential. A skin clinic was conducted in the District Hospital (DH), Lunawa of Colombo District where higher numbers of cases had been reported in the past. The people were alerted on the clinic through public health staff to identify new cases. Out of the 54 persons who attended the clinic, one was clinically diagnosed as having multibacillary leprosy and another subsequently detected among the five suspected patients who were referred for skin biopsy, giving a yield of active case finding of 0.37 per 10 000 persons screened (95% CI: 0.45, 1.26). This high yield of the disease indicates that active case finding is a possible strategy for high endemic areas, which could be enhanced with a combination of outreach programs like household surveys or awareness on leprosy at institutions like schools.
Diversity of Ferns and Lycophytes in the Mt. Malambo, Southern Philippines
Authors: Rufila Lilibeth V. , Coritico Fulgent P. , Lumista Hannah  P. , Acma Florfe M. , Mendez Noe P. , Nobleza Joevina C. , Amoroso Victor B.
Published: August 2023

This research was carried out to study the diversity and assess the conservation status and endemism of ferns and lycophytes in the Mt. Malambo, Datu Salumay, Southern Philippines. Repeated transect walks were done with 20 sampling plots delineated on the site. Specimens were collected, identified, and assessed for their conservation status and endemism. Data gathered were analyzed employing the Shannon-Weiner Index. The inventory revealed 215 species (202 species of ferns and 13 species of lycophytes) belonging to 74 genera and 23 families. Polypodiaceae, Aspleniaceae, Hymenophyllaceae, and Pteridaceae were the species-rich families collected. Asplenium nidus L., Pneumatopteris costata (Brackenr.) Holttum, and Asplenium thunbergii Kunze obtained the highest species importance values. Mt. Malambo has a diversity value of H’=1.83 which is higher compared to other mountains in Mindanao. This study reports 20 Philippine endemic and 19 threatened species of ferns and lycophytes in the area. Of these, one is critically endangered, 11 are endangered, five are vulnerable, and two are other threatened species. The presence of many threatened and endemic species in the area implies that high priority should be addressed in protecting and conserving these species of ferns and lycophytes in Mt. Malambo.
Attitudes and perceptions of farmers on the African grey parrot in Oba Hills National Park, Osun State, Nigeria
Authors: Adewumi A. A. , Owolabi B. A. , Okeyode O. S. , Adenle A. R.
Published: August 2023

This study is focused on people’s perceptions and attitudes on the population decline of African Grey Parrots (Psittacus erithacus) in Osun state, Nigeria. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire. The population of the study area comprises 234 farmers from communities in the study area. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, T-test, Pearson Correlation, and Chi-square test. The results revealed that 78% of the respondents were male, while 22% were female. Majority (51%) of the farmers were between the age group of 41-59 years, Christians (54%), indigenes (76%), and Nigerian (69%). As revealed from the study, 77.5% of the farmers were familiar with the African Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus). The farmers showed great knowledge of the bird and the ecosystem services rendered, thus they have a positive perception and attitude about African Grey Parrot conservation. The study recommended that the bird conservation club be initiated by forest management which should include youths, adults, and school teachers in the area in order to enlist farmers in the bird conservation program.
Guard hair micro-morphology of four non-human primates in Shasha Forest Reserve, Osun State, Nigeria
Authors: Olaleru Fatsuma , Olugbebi Temitope R. , Fasona Michelle I.
Published: August 2023

Mammalian guard hairs have been used for their identification and have been proved useful in wildlife population surveys and trafficking. The qualitative and quantitative features of the dorsal guard hairs of four non-human primates (NHPs) from Shasha Forest Reserve were studied using standard procedures to determine their differences. The NHPs were mona (MM), putty-nosed (PNM), and white-throated (WTM) monkeys, and red-capped mangabey (RCM). The qualitative features determined were medulla pattern, and structure, scale margin distance and type, and scale pattern. The quantitative values studied were scale length and width, shaft diameter (μm), medulla diameter, and medulla index and fraction. Continuous medulla pattern was the only qualitative feature common to all the species. The MM hair had the highest recorded values for all morphological characteristics except shaft diameter and scale width in which PNM had the highest value of 323.00 ± 58.37 and 630.55 ± 213.95μm respectively. The medullary diameter, index and fraction, and shaft diameter were highly significant (P<0.001) among all the species. Post-hoc comparison showed that the medullary diameter, index, and fraction of hairs of the MM was significantly different (P≤0.001) from the other three NPHs. The shaft diameter of the MM was also significantly different from that of the PNM (P≤0.001), and WTM (P≤0.004). The scale width of RCM differed from PNM (P≤0.01), and WTM (P≤0.05). These empirically established morphological differences in guard hairs of the four NHPs in SFR would be useful in verifying their habitat occupancy and forensic evidence in case of illegal trafficking.
Temporal variation in flower visiting insects of Calotropis gigantea in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka
Authors: Wijeweera W. P. S. N. , De Silva M. P. K. S. K. , Dhileepan K. , Senaratne K. A. D. W.
Published: August 2023

Calotropis gigantea (Giant milkweed) is a medicinal plant native to a few Asian countries including Sri Lanka. However, the plant is considered invasive in countries such as Australia, the USA and Brazil. It produces flowers throughout the year leading to massive fruit production, and pollination may directly influence the reproductive output of the plant. Knowledge of the insect flower visitors of C. gigantea is essential to cultivate them for experimental purposes, to conserve them in their native range, or to eradicate them in their introduced range. Though the plant is commonly distributed in Sri Lanka, information on its flower visitors is rare. Therefore, the objective of this study was to identify the flower-visiting insects of C. gigantea and their temporal abundance. Monthly field visits were made to eleven sites in Southern Province from August 2015 to August 2016. During sampling, flower visitor species, their abundance, and the number of Calotropis fruits in the selected plants were recorded. Danaus chrysippus, Xylocopa caerulea, Xylocopa fenestrate and Apis cerana were identified as flower visitors of C. gigantea. The most common was Xylocopa spp. and it was recorded in all sites, and during all studied months while Danaus chrysippus was uncommon. The abundance of Xylocopa spp. had a positive correlation with the abundance of C. gigantea fruits (r = 0.094, p<0.001) suggesting its likely role in the pollination of the latter. Monthly rainfall had a strong correlation (r = 0.806, p = 0.002) with the flower-visiting insect abundance of C. gigantea in the Matara district. Mean flower-visitor abundance was comparatively high in sites having the least anthropological impact.
The impact of COVID-19 on the African economy and the role of global institutions: A review
Authors: Tennakoon W. D. N. S. M. , Amiri A. S.
Published: August 2023

Covid-19 became a global challenge even though the African Region's people were less affected as per reported statistics. The pandemic hit all economies resulting in the deterioration of critical economic indicators. It is evidenced by the abnormal fall of the prices in different sectors, such as energy, mining, agriculture, aviation, and travel industry, and in the financial markets, followed by abnormal unemployment across many sectors. This paper reviewed the impact of COVID-19 on the key economic processes in the African Region. Specifically, it looked at examining the role of leading global institutions in mitigating the economic impact of the pandemic to the countries of the African Region and the role of global institutions in uplifting the African economy. Due to a limited number of researches on the impact of Covid-19, data collection methods are the same as those applied in other systematic reviews. Reporting standards established by other social science journals; the evaluation, statistical and meta-analytic literature; and expert opinions. Two independent reviewers abstracted the study, reconciled it with the development team, and provided feedback. The covid-19 pandemic hit several economic areas such as agriculture, mining, aviation industry, and financial markets. African countries took several initiatives to fight against the Covid-19 pandemic in collaboration with global institutions such as WHO and IMF. African countries took initiatives in areas such as business innovation and financial support for financial institutions, improving health infrastructure and researches activities on Covid-19 as well improving people's livelihood. Also, African countries are recommended to follow global institutions' advice and guidelines for economic recovery.
Comparison of Urinary Beta-2 Microglobulin Levels in Children with SSNS and Calcineurin Inhibitor–Treated SRNS
Authors: Yadav Deepika , Mantan Mukta , Mahajan Bhawna
Published: August 2023

Background:

While the utility of beta-2 microglobulin (β2M) has been explored in various renal conditions to identify tubulointerstitial damage, it has not been adequately studied in nephrotic syndrome. The primary objective of the study was to compare urinary β2M levels in children with steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome (SSNS) and steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome (SRNS) in disease remission.

Materials and Methods:

This cross-sectional study was done at a tertiary care hospital between April 2019 and March 2020. Sixty children (2–18 years) with SSNS and SRNS (30 in each group) in remission were enrolled. SRNS patients were included after ≥1 year of treatment with calcineurin inhibitors (CNIs). Biochemical investigations were done to confirm remission; spot samples for urinary β2M were collected and estimation was done by an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)-based kit.

Results:

Of the 60 children, 63% were boys. The median (interquartile range [IQR]) age at enrollment for SSNS and SRNS patients was 7 (4.1–9) and 11 (8.3–12) years, respectively. Urinary β2M levels were significantly higher in SRNS patients compared to SSNS patients (2.6 vs. 0.75 μg/ml,P< 0.0001). Patients who received cyclosporine for >2 years had higher median urinary β2M levels compared to those who received it for a shorter period (2.63 vs. 1.83 μg/ml,P= 0.03). Median β2M levels were higher in focal segmental glomerulosclerosis than minimal change disease (3.5 vs. 2.5 μg/ml).

Conclusions:

Urinary β2M levels were higher in SRNS compared to SSNS disease in remission, and β2M levels correlated well with CNI use of >2 years. It appears to be a promising noninvasive tool to identify early tubular damage and progression in patients with nephrotic syndrome, especially SRNS.
EDITORIAL
Authors: Gutiérrez-Vega Cecilia
Published: August 2023

La Revista Gestión Turística, que edita el Instituto de Turismo de la Facultad de Ciencias Económicas y Administrativas de la Universidad Austral de Chile, es una de las 10 revistas científicas reconocidas por la Universidad Austral de Chile. Se enfoca en la gestión turística de los territorios, la evaluación del capital humano y del capital social del turismo, el análisis y modelos de generación de experiencias turísticas de aventura. Académicos, Docentes, Profesionales, Estudiantes y Gestores públicos verán en este número interesantes propuestas a considerar, en particular para el desarrollo de destinos turísticos.
ANÁLISIS DE LA NORMATIVIDAD TURÍSTICA EN MÉXICO EN TIEMPOS DE COVID DESDE EL ENFOQUE DE LA CALIDAD DEL SERVICIO
Authors: Larios-Calderón Aralí
Published: August 2023

En México, la reapertura de la actividad turística se generó con una serie de lineamientos específicos enfocados en prevenir y mitigar al máximo los riegos de contagio mediante medidas de higiene personal, del entorno y de sana distancia como una prioridad en la nueva normalidad. El objetivo de esta investigación es analizar la normatividad turística de México generada a partir de la enfermedad COVID-19 en relación con la calidad del servicio. El enfoque es cualitativo de tipo documental, utilizando la técnica de análisis de contenido en relación con la normatividad turística para las empresas del sector turístico ante la contingencia sanitaria y las categorías seleccionadas con la calidad del servicio. Como resultado, se muestra que la normatividad turística está enfocada en la etapa del aseguramiento de la calidad y se centra en la dimensión física y humana. Se vislumbran líneas de investigación que ayuden a las empresas a transitar a una etapa de gestión de calidad total.
EDITORIAL
Authors: Gutiérrez-Vega Cecilia
Published: August 2023

La Edición Nº 37, aborda temas de gran sensibilidad turística como lo son las reconfiguraciones turísticas a partir de los desafíos sanitarios y socioambientales, áreas sensibles para las comunidades como los humedales, rutas inclusivas, pueblos originarios y su vinculación con la actividad turística.
RUTA CERROS DE CHENA: UNA EXPERIENCIA PEDALÍSTICA DE TURISMO INCLUSIVO EN SAN BERNARDO (SANTIAGO DE CHILE)
Authors: Bravo-Sánchez José M. , Zúñiga-Oetiker Ruddy , Oyanedel-Elgueta Nicole F. , Aedo-Lucero Nicole
Published: August 2023

La premura de habilitar en la actividad turística a las personas con capacidades diferentes es un reto que diferentes organizaciones y entidades han decidido asumir. Consentir que este especial grupo con movilidad reducida, discapacidad visual o auditiva, se les permita viajar y realizar novedosas experiencias es su propósito.Por ello, el turismo inclusivo es una actividad que oferta servicios de propuestas y formación al área turística, proponiendo beneficiar con el acceso universal una gran cantidad de personas. En este sentido la Fundación San Becleta ha logrado proponer y ejecutar un circuito inclusivo que ha favorecido a 12 personas con capacidad diferentes con tipos de discapacidad visual y motriz, que mediante el uso de bicicletas tándem, guías preparados y que están totalmente a disposición de este especial usuario ha podido acceder a bienes culturales y paisajísticos, cercanos a los cerros de Chena, de manera segura, cómoda, autónoma y normalizada, que diariamente tiene una complicado acercamiento.
RECONFIGURACIONES TURÍSTICAS EN CONTEXTO DE PANDEMIA. IMPLICANCIAS PARA LA SOCIEDAD LOCAL EN UN DESTINO DE LA COSTA ATLÁNTICA BONAERENSE (ARGENTINA)
Authors: Cacciutto Mariangel , Roldán Nadia
Published: August 2023

La pandemia por Covid-19 ha reorientado la demanda turística hacia lugares con riqueza natural y paisajística, acentuando el desarrollo de modalidades turísticas alternativas. En este sentido, la localidad de Chapadmalal (Buenos Aires, Argentina) venía protagonizando un proceso de crecimiento y diversificación de servicios turísticos y una mayor presencia de turistas que buscan un entorno de calidad ambiental y lejanía de los centros urbanos. Es así como, enmarcado en el análisis de los residentes de destinos turísticos, el presente artículo tiene por objetivo indagar en las percepciones de los habitantes de Chapadamalal acerca de su localidad, los barrios que la componen, los vecinos y el turismo. Se combinan estrategias cuantitativas y cualitativas de recolección y análisis de datos, específicamente encuestas y entrevistas semiestructuradas a los habitantes de la localidad.Los principales resultados arrojan que Chapdmalal es caracterizada como un lugar tranquilo, escasamente poblado y con amplios espacios naturales. Los residentes se definen, generalmente, como solidarios, con sentido comunitario y comprometidos con su localidad. En cuanto a las visiones acerca del turismo, estas son diversas, aunque existe un criterio unificador de los discursos dado por la consciencia acerca del impacto socioambiental de un crecimiento turístico espontáneo y la posibilidad de involucrarse en el desarrollo de una oferta alternativa.
EDITORIAL
Authors: Gutiérrez-Vega Cecilia
Published: August 2023

La Edición Nº 38, se enfoca en aspectos relativos a la responsabilidad social, ferias de turismo, marketing y la discusión de nuevos conceptos como es el de turistización de destinos turísticos. El presente número contiene artículos presentados por investigadores de México, Brasil y de Venezuela que enriquecen la generación de conocimiento.
Computational Fluid Dynamics Model Creation and Simulation for Class
8 Tractor-Trailers
Authors: Hawkins Julie W. , Kowalczyk Henri , Johnson Dennis
Published: August 2023

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in partnership with Research Triangle
Institute (RTI International) and Auto Research Center (ARC-Indy), have created
digital geometries of commercially available heavy-duty tractor-trailers. The
goal of this effort was to improve the agency’s understanding of aerodynamic
modeling of modern trucks and to provide opportunities for more consistent
engagement on computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analyses. Sleeper and day cab
tractors with aerodynamic features and a 53-foot box trailer with aerodynamic
technology options were scanned to create high-resolution geometries. The
scanning process consisted of a combination of physical scanning with a handheld
device, along with digital post-processing. The completed truck geometries are
compatible with most commercial CFD software and are publicly available for
modeling and analyses. With the ability to change specific tractor and/or
trailer aerodynamic features, CFD software can be used to calculate total
tractor-trailer aerodynamic drag as well as changes in drag associated with
tractor and/or trailer modifications. Preliminary CFD simulations of these
geometries were compared to current and future U.S. EPA aerodynamic bins for
heavy-duty tractors. Changes in drag associated with trailer modifications were
evaluated and removal of tractor aerodynamic fairings were demonstrated to
increase drag. Overall, the CFD simulation data showed that the drag values from
these geometries were within the range of expectations for this type of
tractor-trailer combination. Likewise, drag changes from adding or removing the
aerodynamic fairings or devices were also in line with expectations and good
engineering judgment.
Çin Kültüründe Hayvan Sembolizmi
Authors: GÖKENÇ GÜLEZ Sema
Published: August 2023

İnsanlar yaşamın bir parçası olan hayvanlarla etkileşime geçtikçe onları gözlemlemiş ve hayvanların kendilerine özgü özellikleri ile alakalı olarak onlara bazı anlamlar yüklemişlerdir. Hayvanlara atfedilen bu anlamlar zaman içerisinde, insanların içinde yaşadığı coğrafyaya, kültürüne, inancına bağlı olarak sembolleşmiştir. Bu noktada insanlar yaşadıkları ortam ve olayların da etkisi altında kalarak, hayvanlara bazen yüce, bazen koruyucu, bazen güçlü, bazen de olumsuz anlamlar yüklemişlerdir. Hayvanlara atfedilen sembol ve anlamlar ilgili kültürün efsane, anlatı ve sanat eserlerinde yerini almıştır. Günümüzde yaygın bir biçimde kullanım alanı bulan hayvanların sembolik anlamları, Çin kültüründe önemli bir yer tutmaktadır. Bu çalışmada veri toplamak amacıyla Çince, İngilizce ve Türkçe açık erişim kaynaklarından elde edilen bilgiler ve bu alanda yapılmış çalışmalar kullanılarak, hayvanların farklı kültürlerdeki anlam ve sembolleri ele alınmış, özellikle Çin kültüründe öne çıkan bazı hayvanlar ve ifade ettiği anlamlar incelenerek, hayvan sembollerinin Çin toplum ve kültüründeki anlamlarının ve dönüşümlerinin yorumlanması amaçlanmıştır. Çin kültüründe var olan hayvan sembollerinin oluşmasında Çinlilerin dini inançlarının ve diğer uluslar ile olan etkileşimi ile antik dönem insanlarının doğayı gözlemleyerek oluşturduğu efsanelerin etkili olduğu sonucuna varılmıştır. Makalede, her hayvanla ilgili sembolik anlamları ele almak mümkün olmadığından; okuyucuya altı örnek hayvan üzerinden Çin’deki hayvan sembolizmine dair genel bir bakış sunulmuştur.
Legal and Political Implications of Designating the Free Papua Movement as a Terrorist Organization
Authors: Galingging Ridarson
Published: August 2023

This article examines what the legal and political implications are of the recent Indonesian government’s decision of designating the Free Papua Movement (OPM) as a terrorist organization. For that purpose, armed separatism in West Papua will be explained and then followed by an elaboration of the threat of terrorism in Indonesia and a discussion of the labelling of OPM as a terrorist organization. The terrorist designation of the OPM will apply the Indonesian anti-terrorism law that gives longer pre-trial detention power to the Police and the possibility of placing OPM on the terrorist list. The Indonesian government seems to gain political support from the Muslim community that has criticized the government for using the terrorism issue against Islam only before the designation was announced. The method and approaches used in this work are grounded in descriptive as well as normative judicial analysis.
Investigating the Relationship between Entrepreneurial Knowledge and Entrepreneurial Interest: A Survey on E-Commerce Entrepreneur
Authors: Hamdani Nizar Alam , Sari Intan
Published: August 2023

This study is conducted because of the problems in digital economy particularly in the use of e-commerce which currently develops. The phenomenon of e-commerce appearance has radically switched the business landscape. The start-up companies capture new opportunities through innovative business models. Several e-commerce websites are available for general purposes, and the number of websites is increasing from over the time. Realizing the user’s needs are the basic principle in designing the successful websites. This study is intended to find out the relationship between entrepreneurial knowledge and entrepreneurial interest for e-commerce actors in Indonesia. The research method used was quantitative method and the data was analyzed using simple linear regression. The correlation was used by taking comparative approach in which the research method was intended to determine cause-effect relationship. This follows the effect of observing and investigating causal factors through data collection, and the data was processed using SPSS application version 25. To answer the problems formulated in this study, the researchers chose 30 entrepreneurs that use e-commerce. This study showed that there was significant relationship between entrepreneurial knowledge and entrepreneurial interest. This study is the development in form of applied theory. The result of this study explained to what extent entrepreneurs’ attitude and behavior in exploiting information and technology in form of e-commerce. Therefore, it could be discovered the effectiveness and usefulness of e-commerce as selling and purchasing media online. When an entrepreneur acquires the knowledge relating to the usefulness of e-commerce, it will increase the interest of running the business. In addition to, when an entrepreneur understands and comprehends the entrepreneurial knowledge, it will increase the interest to run the business.
Analysis Of The Effect Of Motivation And Knowledge About Capital Market, Return, Risk And Minimum Capital On Interest To Invest In The Indonesia Stock Exchange (Case Study In The Financial Audit Board Of The Republic Of Indonesia)
Authors: Umiyati Hesti , Subiyanto Subiyanto , Kusumawati Yuli Noor , Suherman Agus , Anwar Kasful , Wedha Indra Kumbara
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this study was to find out how the influence of motivation, capital market knowledge, return, risk and initial capital on interest in investing in the Indonesia Stock Exchange.The research method uses a quantitative approach using primary data in the form of a survey through a questionnaire instrument, while the analytical method uses multiple regression statistical analysis. The research sample is BPK employees with random sampling technique.Based on the results of this study confirms: 1) Motivation has a positive and significant effect on interest in investing, the results of statistical tests noted that 49.4% of investment interest is influenced by motivation which shows that BPK employee motivation has a positive and significant influence on investment interest; 2) Knowledge of the capital market has a positive effect on investment interest. The results of statistical tests noted that 19.8% of BPK employees' investment interest was influenced by knowledge of the capital market; 3) Knowledge of Return has an effect on investment interest. The results of statistical tests noted that only 9.8% of BPK employees' investment interest was influenced by knowledge of returns; 4) knowledge about risk has a positive effect on investment interest. The results of statistical tests noted that 0.277 or 27.7% of knowledge about risk affects the investment interest of BPK employees; 5) Knowledge of minimum capital has an effect on investment interest. The results of statistical tests noted that 11.3% knowledge of minimum capital affects the investment interest of BPK employees; and 6) Motivation, knowledge of the capital market, stock returns, risk and minimal capital together have an effect on interest in investing in the capital market. The results of statistical tests noted that 76.9% interest in investment is jointly influenced by motivation, knowledge of the capital market, stock returns, risk and minimal capital. Meanwhile, the remaining 23.1% is influenced by external factors other than the five independent variables studied.
Water Source Problems in Kulon Progo Yogyakarta in The Law Perspective
Authors: PH Kristanto , Fristikawati Yanti , Adipradana Nugroho
Published: August 2023

Water is one of the important needs of society for everyday life, especially the need for clean water. To meet these needs, the community can get water from rivers, rainwater, and groundwater sources. Kulon Progo is one of the areas that are part of the Yogyakarta Province, where in Kulon Progo there are many water sources. However, based on research conducted, the water in Kulon Progo cannot be used as drinking water because it has been contaminated. For this reason, it is necessary to conduct a study, especially in terms of existing regulations, both national and regional regulations, whether these regulations can protect water sources so that they can protect the environment, including water sources. Indonesia already has rules regarding environmental protection and management, namely Law Number 32 of 2009, and regulations regarding Water Resources, namely Law Number 17 of 2019. From these regulations, it can be said that they have been able to protect water sources so that they are not polluted, but awareness and the need for community participation are not carried out activities that can cause water pollution.
A APRENDIZAGEM AUTOGERIDA COMO FERRAMENTA GERADORA DE CONHECIMENTO
Authors: Coelho Ana Maria Lemes , Abreu Antonio Jerri Castro de , Guimarães Maria da Conceição Barbosa , Martini Mara de Fátima , Alves Vânia Rosa
Published: August 2023

A busca pelo conhecimento na formação pessoal e profissional tem se tornado ainda mais instigante nessa década. As diversas portas que se abrem ao dispor daquele que tem o interesse e necessidade de aprender, faz com que diversas instituições abracem a modalidade online e e- learning, promovendo cursos e formações com a metodologia autogerida, utilizando-se do design instrucional para garantir a aprendizagem desse aluno. Este trabalho visa realizar um resumo sobre o ciclo que envolve a necessidade da busca pela aprendizagem autogerida, buscada pelos professores, que contam com uma grande defasagem curricular quando o assunto é tecnologia. Ademais, o texto que segue busca compreender melhor os principais conceitos sobre essa nova modalidade de ensino-aprendizagem que atualmente está ao dispor de todos, refletindo criticamente sobre o que é design instrucional e como funciona, além de entender aspectos da Zona de Desenvolvimento Proximal (ZDP) e como tudo isso está interligado, quais seus benefícios e dificuldades encontradas no caminho, e como o professor pode utilizar dos seus conhecimentos prévios para melhor desenvolver-se e fazer o mesmo com seus alunos. Para isso, realizou-se uma pesquisa com levantamento bibliográfico. O resultado dos estudos feitos indica que há grande contribuição de utilizar o design instrucional para a construção de ambientes de aprendizagem que promovam a autonomia dos alunos.
APRENDIZAGEM COM APORTES DO DESIGN INSTRUCIONAL E DA EDUCAÇÃO AUTOGERIDA
Authors: Narciso Rodi , Silva Marcos Vinícius Malheiros da
Published: August 2023

Compreendendo a Educação a Distância (EaD) como sendo um mecanismo importante nos dias de hoje, torna-se importante entender também que ela tem como propósito fazer uso de mecanismos tecnológicos como apoio para o trabalho de interação didático-pedagógico, visto que docentes e educandos produzem suas atividades em ambientes dessemelhantes no que diz respeito ao tempo e a espaço geográfico. Desse modo, salienta-se que todo o seu processo educativo, ou seja, planejamento, execução e monitoramento requer um trabalho que se preocupa com as individualidades de âmbito profissional, preocupado amplamente com a interdisciplinaridade e a qualificação dos docentes, almejando resultados significativos e uma prática capaz de solucionar prováveis problemas educativos. Sabendo-se da importância e dificuldade que essa atividade apresenta, o Designer Instrucional é visto como uma alternativa de caráter profissional que tem a função de atuar de maneira sistêmica nos projetos de EaD. Com isso em mente, o desígnio deste estudo baseia-se em desenvolver, com a contribuição de uma pesquisa de cunho bibliográfico, uma discussão de caráter-reflexivo por meio de estudos de abordagens de autores consagrados na literatura que versa acerca da temática aqui debatida, o que contribuirá para que haja uma melhor acepção acerca de tudo que aqui for discutido.