bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Disiplin Kerja, Lingkungan Kerja Fisik, dan Pengalaman Kerja Terhadap Produktivitas Kerja Karyawan PT Xyz
Authors: Tiara Ikmalia Agnis  , Nur Cahyadi
Published: February 2025

This study aims to analyze and test the influence of work discipline, physical work environment, and work experience on employee work productivity at PT XYZ. The research approach used in this study is quantitative. The study involved employees of PT XYZ as respondents, with a sample size of 64 respondents. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics and regression analysis. The results of the study indicate that work discipline has a significant positive influence on employee work productivity. However, the physical work environment does not have a significant influence on work productivity. Work experience, on the other hand, has a significant positive influence on employee work productivity at PT XYZ.
Pengaruh Dana Bagi Hasil, Dana Alokasi Umum, Dana Alokasi Khusus, Dana Otonomi Khusus, Dana Desa, dan Belanja Daerah terhadap Kemiskinan di Kawasan Papua
Authors: Diah Setyorini Gunawan  , Latifah Latifah  , Agus Arifin
Published: February 2025

Poverty is a complex and multidimensional problem. Papua is an area that has the highest poverty conditions in Indonesia. This research uses panel data consisting of the provinces of Papua and West Papua for the period 2008-2022. The analysis technique used is panel data regression. The results of the analysis show that profit sharing funds and village funds have a negative and significant effect on poverty in Papua. General allocation funds and special allocation funds have a positive and significant effect on poverty. Special autonomy funds and regional spending have no effect on poverty in Papua. The implication of this research is the need to optimize the realization of DAU, DAK, Special Autonomy Funds, and Regional Expenditures so as to reduce poverty levels.
Pengaruh Marketing Mix terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Konsumen pada Queen Bakery di Kabupaten Bandung Barat
Authors: Aldy Santo Hegiarto  , Apriyani Regina Putri
Published: February 2025

This study aims to determine the influence of marketing mix measured through the dimensions of product, price, place, promotion, people, process, packaging, and physical evidence on the purchasing decisions of Queen Bakery company consumers. This research uses quantitative research methods with quantitative descriptive analysis methods. Sampling using purposive sampling technique with a sample of 100 respondents using the Slovin formula. The data analysis technique used to answer the hypothesis is multiple linear regression analysis using SPSS for windows version 27. Based on the results of data analysis, it shows that partially only the variables Product, Price, Place, Process have a positive and significant effect on the purchasing decisions of Queen Bakery consumers in West Bandung District. While Promotion, People, Packaging, Physical Evidence and Marketing Mix 8P partially does not affect the purchasing decisions of Queen Bakery consumers in West Bandung District. The result of the F test count of 22.930 with a significance level of 0.000 shows that Marketing Mix 8P simultaneously or simultaneously influence the purchasing decisions of Queen Bakery consumers in West Bandung District.
Digital Markets and Data Exploitation: Addressing Abuse of Dominance Under Indonesian Competition Law
Authors: Taufiqurrohman Moch. Marsa , Lita Helza Nova , Adrian Pah Gress Gustia
Published: February 2025

Practices exploiting personal data, particularly by dominant players, can lead to unfair competitive advantages. The power derived from service providers' access and control over users' data can capture the market from existing competitors and potential entrants, potentially resulting in higher and even discriminatory consumer prices. This article, employing a combination of normative juridical research and Reform-Oriented Research methodology, aims to establish the exploitation of personal data as a form of abuse of the dominant position in the digital market under Indonesian competition law. The article argues that the practices of digital service providers exploiting personal data, facilitated by the conditions of the digital market and their dominant positions, create barriers for competitors and deter potential entrants. This ultimately meets the element of abuse of dominant position under Article 25 of Law Number 5 of 1999 concerning the Prohibition of Monopoly Practices and Unfair Business Competition, rendering such practices per se illegal. The article concludes by suggesting that lawmakers should establish a framework and adequate regulations to address the exploitation of personal data by business actors in the digital market. This would promote fair business competition and protect the interests of digital service users.
Technology-enhanced personalized learning: Lessons from online teaching at three South-East Asian universities
Authors: Kiran Kaur , Saat Rohaida Mohd , Demeester Lieven , Lew Magdeleine Duan Ning , Neo Wei Leng , Pausawasdi Nopphol , Nopparatjamjomras Thasaneeya Ratanaroutai
Published: February 2025

Online teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic compelled many instructors to seek efficient and effective ways to stay connected with their students and improve the learning experience by using a wide range of available technologies. This multiple-case study, in three South-East Asian universities, investigated whether the use of technology in university teaching and learning during that period influenced personalized learning, and if so, how. The study also explored the kinds of institutional support for teachers and learners that led to increased technology-enhanced personalized learning (TEPL). Using a qualitative approach, the study analyzed 23 individual interviews and 3 document analyses (circulars, announcements, etc.), involving six administrators (AD), six faculty developers (FD), and eleven instructors. Purposeful sampling targeted AD involved in policy development and strategic planning, FD responsible for professional development programs, and instructors with high teaching evaluation scores and expertise in online learning across various disciplines. Thematic analysis revealed that technology enhanced flexibility in learning pace, time, and place, increased student choice in learning methods, enabled needs-driven teaching adjustments, and provided more and broader personalized feedback, sometimes facilitated by anonymity. The provision of training and resources, including emotional, physical, and infrastructure support for students, facilitated the growth of TEPL. The significance of this study lies in discussing how online teaching, and institutional support for it, facilitated the growth of TEPL. Universities can explore collaborations to further advance this growth.
Endoscopic stent placement in the management of esophagojejunal anastomosis leakage
Authors: Dobrzhanskyi O. , Kondratskyi Y. , Kozak E. , Kolesnyk A. , Pepenin M. , Shudrak Y. , Horodetskyi A. , Turchak V. , Omelchak A. , Koval N. , Svichkar Y. , Ukrainets I.
Published: February 2025

Objective — to evaluate the effectiveness of endoscopic stent placement compared to surgical methods for the management of esophagojejunal anastomosis leakage (AL) after gastrectomy at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) from November 2017 to November 2019.
Materials and methods. The study included patients receiving treatment at the Upper Gastrointestinal Oncology Department of the National Cancer Institute between November 2017 and November 2019. Throughout this period, 186 total gastrectomies were performed. 13 (6.9%) patients developed an anastomotic leak in the postoperative period. All patients had Roux‑en‑Y esophagojejunostomy. 6 patients (46.1%) underwent endoscopic stent placement in the AL area, along with perianastomotic drainage positioning and enteral feeding via a naso‑intestinal tube. Of the remaining patients, 7 (53.9%) underwent surgical treatment, including esophagostomy or esophageal stump formation with a nutritional jejunostomy. This manuscript employed methods of descriptive statistics.
Results. Endoscopic stent placement was successful for 5 patients. Complete defect closure following stent placement was confirmed in 5 patients (83.3%) using endoscopic and radiological methods. The mean hospital stay in the stent group was 15.4 days (range: 9—22 days). The mean time for endoscopic stent removal during rehospitalization was 49.5 (33—62 days) days after initial placement. Complications associated with AL, specifically sepsis resulting from infection in the AL area, led to the death of 1 (16.7%) patient in the stent group. Surgical treatment was successful in 5 patients (71.4%). 2 patients (28.6%) died due to infectious complications and multiple organ failure syndrome. The average hospital stay for surgical patients was 32.8 (19—40) days. Mortality rates were 16.7% and 28.6% for the stent placement and surgical groups, respectively.
Conclusions. Endoscopic endoluminal stent placement in the area of AL using self‑expandable metallic stents combined with local drainage and enteral nutrition is a promising method for treating esophagojejunal anastomotic leakage after total gastrectomy. This study demonstrates that endoscopic stent placement reduces hospital stay and mortality rates compared to surgical methods. Endoscopic stent placement provides effective defect closure with fewer complications. However, surgical treatment remains indispensable in cases of severe sepsis or failure of conservative methods, despite the high mortality risk. Further studies are needed to develop standardized approaches for selecting treatment methods based on leak size and the patient’s overall condition.
Development of Optimal Investment Strategies for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations with a Novel Decision-Making Technique
Authors:   The School of Business, İstanbul Medipol University, İstanbul, Turkey, Yardım Mustafa Feyzi , Yüksel Serhat ,   The School of Business, İstanbul Medipol University, İstanbul, Turkey, Dinçer Hasan ,   The School of Business, İstanbul Medipol University, İstanbul, Turkey
Published: February 2025

Electric vehicles (EV) have become widespread especially in recent years. However, the infrastructure required for charging these vehicles is inadequate and the necessary investment strategies need to be determined for the effective establishment of this infrastructure. Electric vehicle charging stations are a fundamental component of sustainable transportation systems. However, in parallel with the increasing EV demand, determining appropriate investment strategies to support the installation of these stations is a critical need. This study aims to reveal optimal investment strategies for the efficient establishment of electric vehicle charging stations. This study aims to identify the optimal investment strategies for the effective establishment of EV charging stations. Hence, it addresses the growing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly transportation solutions. With the increasing adoption of electric vehicles, the development of an efficient EV charging infrastructure becomes critical. Thus, it is intended to determine the most suitable strategies for building efficient charging station infrastructures. The motivation for this research arises from the necessity to strengthen the existing charging infrastructure in response to the rising number of electric vehicles and the need for sustainable transport solutions. Electric vehicle charging stations are vital components of sustainable mobility, making it essential to evaluate the investment strategies that will enable their successful establishment and operation. To achieve the study’s goal, a detailed analysis has been conducted using the decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory (DEMATEL) technique. The findings from this analysis emphasize that technological improvement is the most crucial factor in enhancing the performance of EV charging infrastructure projects. Technological advancements such as faster charging technologies, greater energy efficiency, and better user interfaces are paramount to ensuring the success of these projects. In addition to technological improvements, financial performance and legal effectiveness also play significant roles in the efficient establishment of EV charging stations. These factors directly impact the feasibility and long-term sustainability of the projects. On the other hand, customer expectations, although important, are found to have the least weight in this regard. In conclusion, this study underscores the importance of focusing on technological advancements, alongside financial and legal factors, to effectively drive the establishment of these stations.
Gender expression varies within diverse gender identities in adolescents and adults
Authors: Derringer Jaime , Kadel Brooke Elyse , Junkins Eleanor J , Briley D. A.
Published: February 2025

Gender is typically considered in psychological science using limited categorical identities that do not necessarily capture the experiences of gender-diverse people. Gender expression provides a unique way of accounting for variation due to gender by using a continuous measure, which may help give nuance to our understanding of how gender is experienced. This study examines patterns of variance in dimensional measures of gender expression within and between diverse gender identity categories. We compare results across two data sets spanning adolescence and adulthood: the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) dataset, a sample of diverse adolescents throughout the United States (N=10,120), and the POWER relationship study, a survey of adults recruited via social media, oversampled for diverse gender identities and sexual orientations (N=1,405). Across both samples, our results revealed variance in gender expression within categorical gender identities and overlap in gender expression between categories, with less pronounced differences between sexual orientation categories in adults than in adolescents. We find both variation and consistency in gender expression across age cohorts, potentially informing the development of gender expression over time. These results illustrate the importance of recognizing gender as complex spectra to better represent diverse personal experiences.Keywords: gender expression, gender identity, nonbinary, sexual orientation, gender nonconformity
Monitoring and Removing Scored Test Questions for Biased Functioning: A Macro Ethics Case Study on Social Work Licensure
Authors: DeCarlo Matthew Peter
Published: February 2025

In August of 2022, the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) released data showing that test takers of minoritized races, older ages, and whose first language was not English pass ASWB’s licensing examinations at 2-5x lower rates than dominant groups. Although ASWB maintains that its exams “meet or exceed” psychometric standards and “reflect the highest standards of validity and reliability,” (ASWB, 2022a, p.66), ASWB recently reported that minoritized test-takers were 2-6x more likely to fail the clinical examination (Kim & Joo, 2024). This article will begin with a discussion of how ASWB’s methods deviate from best practices in psychometrics--specifically, how ASWB removes scored exam items if they demonstrate biased statistics without informing examinees their exam’s cut score changed and state boards their automatic licensure decisions were invalid. After exploring rational approaches to discerning whether to monitor for biased functioning in scored items, the article will use Tronto’s (1998, 2013) ethics of care framework to discuss how ASWB should respond. The analysis reveals how ASWB and its member boards deny responsibility for problems in its examinations, leading to care responses that are incompetent, unresponsive to feedback, and untrustworthy.
Present Quantum Gravity
Authors: Capurso Alessandro
Published: February 2025

We introduce a novel non-perturbative discrete approach to quantum gravity startingfrom the assumption that only the present instant exists. The Present is interpreted through the lensof time-symmetric quantum mechanics and holography. It is described as an ontological memory,which evolves in atomic instants and encodes the information of non-locality and undefinedcausality in a fuzzy Euclidean space. In this contribution, extending previous works on thecompatibility of such interpretation of time with Special Relativity, we provide further evidence forminimizing the ontological existence of the time dimension. We suggest a relation between the restmass and an entanglement in time, and between curvature and a symmetry breaking of entanglementin the fuzzy space. We mathematically relate the Newtonian potential and the Schwarzschild metricwith this information of entanglement and suggest a model of Black Holes as optimal scramblers.We conclude by drafting an experiment that could provide evidence for our proposal.
The Adoption and Efficacy of Large Language Models: Evidence From Consumer Complaints in the Financial Industry
Authors: Shin Minkyu , Kim Jin , Shin Jiwoong
Published: February 2025

Large Language Models (LLMs) are reshaping consumer decision-making, particularly in communication with firms, yet our understanding of their impact remains limited. This research explores the effect of LLMs on consumer complaints submitted to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau from 2015 to 2024, documenting the adoption of LLMs for drafting complaints and evaluating the likelihood of obtaining relief from financial firms. We analyzed over 1 million complaints and identified a significant increase in LLM usage following the release of ChatGPT. We find that LLM usage is associated with an increased likelihood of obtaining relief from financial firms. To investigate this relationship, we employ an instrumental variable approach to mitigate endogeneity concerns around LLM adoption. Although instrumental variables suggest a potential causal link, they cannot fully capture all unobserved heterogeneity. To further establish this causal relationship, we conducted controlled experiments, which support that LLMs can enhance the clarity and persuasiveness of consumer narratives, thereby increasing the likelihood of obtaining relief. Our findings suggest that facilitating access to LLMs can help firms better understand consumer concerns and level the playing field among consumers. This underscores the importance of policies promoting technological accessibility, enabling all consumers to effectively voice their concerns.
Facial movements as biomarkers for autism: A Bayesian prevalence and machine-learning proof-of-concept study
Authors: Keating Connor Tom , Cook Jennifer
Published: February 2025

Background: Current screening tools for autism are ineffective and biased, leading to unnecessary referrals and delays in diagnoses, especially for women and people of colour. This has led autism community members and healthcare providers to call for more accurate, unbiased, and scalable screening tools. In recent years, researchers have increasingly recognised the potential of screening tools focused on facial movement differences between autistic and non-autistic people. To make progress, it is necessary to (1) determine which facial movement differences are most prevalent in autistic people, (2) train machine-learning classifiers on these features, and (3) optimise the classifier for subgroups underserved by screening and diagnosis. Method: This proof-of-concept study utilized data from 25 autistic and 26 age-, gender-, and IQ-matched non-autistic people who posed emotional facial expressions across two conditions, resulting in 4,896 recordings.Results: First, our Bayesian analyses showed that the estimated prevalence of facial movement differences ranged from 41.05% to 83.16%. Second, we constructed several machine-learning classifiers – trained on the eight most prevalent movement differences (70%+) to distinguish autistic and non-autistic participants. Third, we optimized our best-performing classifier through forward and backward feature selection techniques. Our final K-Nearest Neighbours algorithm achieved 91.87% accuracy, with 88.51% (autistic) and 95.89% (non-autistic) precision, and 96.25% (autistic) and 87.50% (non-autistic) recall. The classifier maintained consistently high performance, with at least 90.99% accuracy, 89.13% precision, and 87.42% recall, across sexes and racial groups. Conclusions: Here, we demonstrated proof-of-concept that facial movement differences can be used to effectively distinguish autistic and non-autistic people across sexes and racial groups. These results suggest movement-based classifiers could improve the accuracy and equity of autism screening. Future research should extend this approach to children to enable earlier identification and support.
De(Super)humanization as a Function of Deviation from Prototypical Humanness
Authors: Zhang Hong
Published: February 2025

A cognitive model of de(super)humanization is proposed advocating that de(super)humanization may be a product of individuals’ perceptions of social targets as deviating from prototypical humanness (DPH) drawn from people’s social experiences which entails moderately high levels of warmth (i.e., friendliness and morality) and capability (i.e., various human capabilities). As social targets moving farer away from the center of the two-dimensional space representing prototypical humanness, they may be de(super)humanized according to the magnitude and direction of the deviation. Whereas a deviation within a certain range may not be seen as a sign of de(super)humanization, a substantial deviation may suggest subtle or even blatant de(super)humanization. Although not without limitations, the DPH model of de(super)humanization offers a new perspective to examine de(super)humanization and tackles some questions that remained unsolved in previous theoretical frameworks of dehumanization. Viable measures to capture de(super)humanization and future directions to advance the line of research on de(super)humanization are suggested.
Collective narcissism and the clash of advantaged and disadvantaged groups
Authors: Golec Agnieszka , Keenan Oliver
Published: February 2025

National collective narcissism is a key driver of societal instability. It promotes an exclusive, narrow vision of the national group and escalates contests for equal political representation between advantaged and disadvantaged groups (e.g., men and women) into intergroup conflicts. Advantaged group’s perceive a threat to their dominant status from disadvantaged group’s seeking equality, and usurp the national identity to work in their interest at the cost of democracy. Advantaged groups’ (vs. disadvantaged groups’) collective narcissism is more strongly associated with national collective narcissism, as the narcissistic motive for superiority is projected onto the national group. In contrast, collective narcissism among disadvantaged groups is associated with challenging the dominance of advantaged groups in society. It is laden with negative emotions at the group’s disadvantaged and hostile towards the advantaged group. This makes it highly mobilising and oriented towards social justice. However, in the long run it likely does not foster equality as society is still construed in terms of winners and losers.
Distress and Retaliatory Aggression in Response to Witnessing Intergroup Exclusion are Greater on Higher Levels of Collective Narcissism
Authors: Hase Adrian , Behnke Maciej , Mazurkiewicz Magdalena Anna , Wieteska Kamil Kordian , Golec Agnieszka
Published: February 2025

The negative consequences of personal exclusion have been demonstrated by multiple studies. Less is known about the consequences of witnessing one’s own group being excluded by other groups, although studies suggest exclusion can be experienced vicariously and negatively affects members of the excluded group. Results of the present lab-based experiment (N= 153), indicate, in line with our predictions, that witnessing intergroup exclusion (manipulated by an adapted intergroup Cyberball paradigm) produced a sense of personal exclusion. It also increased self-reported distress and behavioral aggression measured in the Taylor Aggression Paradigm), especially among participants high on collective narcissism: a belief that the exaggerated greatness of the in-group is not sufficiently appreciated by others. Contrary to expectations, a short mindful decentration intervention (instructing participants to observe thoughts and emotions as transient mental products without engaging with them) delivered while participants were witnessing intergroup exclusion (versus inclusion) produced changes in heart rate variability reactivity indicative of emotional arousal especially among collective narcissists. We concluded that collective narcissism is associated with distress in the face of intergroup exclusion, aggressive retaliation, and in consequence it is a risk-factor predisposing group members to stress-related health and psychosocial problems. Furthermore, a mindful decentration, despite being an effective strategy to reduce maladaptive stress in most people, may be counterproductive in addressing high collective narcissists’ responses to threat to the in-group’s image.
Is minority stress the cause of poor mental health in sexual minorities?
Authors: Ujma Péter Przemyslaw
Published: February 2025

Sexual minorities suffer from worse than average mental health. The most widespread explanation of this phenomenon is minority stress theory, which attributes poor mental health to stigmatization and discrimination by the rest of society. In my review I argue that minority stress theory is not a sufficient explanation of poor mental health in sexual minorities. My arguments are based on four observations: 1) other social groups which experience or historically experienced discrimination do not suffer from poor mental health, 2) sexual minorities suffer from worse than average mental health even when they experience a low level of discrimination, 3) the quasi-experimental studies best suited to support this theory suffer from serious methodological errors, 4) genetic-biometric studies do not or only partially support the hypothesis that sexual minority status (through discrimination or other mechanisms) is causal to poor mental health. Alternative theories are necessary to explain the etiology of mental health problems in sexual minorities.
App-based Mindfulness Training Supported Eudaimonic Wellbeing during the COVID19 pandemic
Authors: Golec Agnieszka
Published: February 2025

A randomized-controlled-trial study (N = 219) tested two pre-registered hypotheses that mobile-phone app-based mindfulness training improves wellbeing and increases self-transcendent emotions: gratitude, self-compassion, and awe. Latent change score modeling with a robust maximum likelihood estimator was used to test how those changes are associated in the training vs. the waiting-list group. The training increased wellbeing and all self-transcendent emotions regardless of interindividual variance in the changes across time. Changes in all self-transcendent emotions were positively associated with changes in wellbeing. The strength of those associations was comparable in the waiting-list group and the training group. More studies are needed to test whether the effects of mindfulness practice on wellbeing are driven by increases in self-transcendent emotions. The study was conducted over 6 weeks during the COVID19 pandemic. The results indicate that the mindfulness training can be an easily accessible effective intervention supporting eudaimonic wellbeing in face of adversity.
Comparison of Self-Report Data Validity in Undergraduate Samples Using Remote Versus In-Person Administration Methods
Authors: Sharpe Brinkley M. , Rose Leigha , Ghosh Ashmita , Phillips Nathaniel Luke , Lynam Donald , Miller Josh
Published: February 2025

In the Internet age, recruitment, participation, and compensation for survey research can occur remotely, away from a laboratory setting. Although this method of data collection offers notable benefits such as access to more diverse samples and lower study costs, it is possible that rates of inattentive or otherwise invalid response patterns are more common when survey completion occurs without any oversight. To answer this question, undergraduate student participants (final n = 678; 65% women, 76% White/European American) were randomly assigned to complete a battery of self-report surveys either in a typical laboratory administration setting (in person) or remotely from the location of their choosing. Following a preregistered analytic plan, data from both conditions were screened using multiple methods for self-report data validation, including the use of embedded and stand-alone validity scales, response timing, and identification of multivariate outliers. Results showed null-to-small differences between survey administration conditions. However, differences between screening methods in the proportion of data flagged as “invalid” emerged. The implications of these findings for study design and planned analyses are discussed.
The Motivation to Protect Future Generations as a Source of Meaning and Mental Well-Being
Authors: Manalili M. Mookie C. , Law Kyle Fiore , Signorini Amanda , Chukwudebe Adaeze , Amormino Paige , Goya-Tocchetto Daniela , Markowitz Ezra , Young Liane , Syropoulos Stylianos
Published: February 2025

A thriving society depends on the well-being of its people––but might concern about bettering the world predict individual well-being? We test whether concern for long-term societal welfare associates positively with personal fulfillment by connecting people to something greater than themselves. Across seven studies (N=3,316), we find that concern for future generations correlates with greater meaning, life satisfaction, and flourishing, even after accounting for self-focused future-oriented constructs. These associations are primarily driven by impact-oriented legacy motivation––the desire to make a meaningful contribution––rather than reputational concerns about being remembered. Individuals displaying impartial intergenerational beneficence (IIB)––a sustained concern for all future generations––exhibit particularly strong engagement with impact-driven legacy concerns, which in turn predict well-being. As intergenerational concern was not associated with lower anxiety or depression, deep concern for the far future may reflect both an emotional burden and a source of fulfillment.
Phenomenal consciousness in the split brain: A layered unity model
Authors: Lopez Azenet Liora Lopez
Published: February 2025

Split-brain subjects can consciously perceive and identify two stimuli presented simultaneously but separately in opposite hemifields. Yet, they seem to lack a conscious experience of the two stimuli together, as they cannot judge whether these are the same or different. Such breakdowns in experiential or phenomenal unity would carry important implications for philosophical reflection on the essential properties of conscious experience, as well as for scientific theorising about consciousness’ neural and functional bases. Extant models support the preserved unity of split-brain subjects as subjects or agents but nonetheless admit that their right- and left-side conscious experiences are not unified in the problem cases. Here, I offer a new model that supplies the missing phenomenal unity. Based on the construct of layers of conscious experience, my model acknowledges breakdowns in local experiential layers but warrants preserved unity in global ones. A supporting argument draws on the preserved attentional capacities of split-brain subjects. My proposal goes beyond extant research in that it focuses on the conjoint phenomenology of simultaneous right- and left-side experiences, highlights the conceptual connections of phenomenal unity to attention, and discusses the impact of specific split-brain attentional capacities on the unity of right- and left-side experiences.
Mindful gratitude practice reduces prejudice at high levels of collective narcissism
Authors: Golec Agnieszka , Keenan Oliver , Ziegler Matthias , Mazurkiewicz Magdalena Anna , Wahl Julia , Ciesielski Paweł , Sedikides Constantine , Nalberczak-Skóra Maria
Published: February 2025

This research tested the hypothesis that mindful-gratitude practice attenuates the robust association between collective narcissism and prejudice. In between-subjects Study 1 (nationally representative sample of 569 Polish adults, 313 women), 10 minutes of mindful-gratitude practice—compared to mindful-attention practice and control—did not decrease prejudice (anti-Semitism), but weakened the positive link between collective narcissism and prejudice. In preregistered randomized-controlled-trial Study 2 (convenience sample of 219 Polish adults, 168 women), a 6-week mobile-app supported training in daily mindful-gratitude practice decreased prejudice (anti-Semitism, sexism, homophobia, anti-immigrant sentiment) and its link with collective narcissism, compared to a wait-list control. The hypothesis-consistent results emphasize the social relevance of mindful-gratitude practice, a time- and cost-effective intervention.
Human brain model for long-term memory
Authors: Zhao Duohua
Published: February 2025

Human brain, as the carrier of memory and consciousness, has become a hot topic in neuroscience research recently, the study of memory may be the hottest one. However, many questions remain unanswered, including how the information is stored and recalled; where the information is stored; how multiple engrams interact. In this article, I propose the model of long-term memory of human brain, as a hypothesis of architecture of memory in human brain. This model can answer the following questions: 1) What is architecture of long-term memory of human brain? 2) Where is the information of memory stored? 3) How is the new information integrated into the network of memory without influencing the old memory? It also can explain some questions about contextual fear conditioning (CFC) in mice, such as why engram cells can retain memory under retrograde amnesia. This model demonstrates the whole framework of neuronal network for long-term memory, and also can be used for computer modeling of neuronal network of long-term memory. This model is the foundation of brain-inspired AI.
“DOWNSIZE AND DISTRIBUTE” OR “MERGE AND MONOPOLIZE”? A CRITIQUE OF CORPORATE FINANCIALIZATION THEORIES
Authors: Reddy Niall
Published: February 2025

A large literature in heterodox political economy addresses an apparent puzzle in which investment has declined while profits have held up during the financialization era. The dominant answer to this puzzle centers on the rise of shareholder value orientation and the “downsizing and distributing” (DD) imperative it imposes on firms. Yet the detailed empirical literature on the topic - focussed on partial effects - pays precious little attention to actual observed patterns of growth, investment and distribution at a firm level. Digging deep into firm level data and correcting several conceptual and measurement errors, this paper challenges several key stylized facts of the financialization account, revealing a different set of patterns which are very difficult to square with stronger versions of DD theory. It shows that the profit-investment puzzle is not a paradox of the financialization era, but only of the post-2000 period. Similarly, the ramping up of payout rates only happens in a broad way after the turn of the millennium. While financialization theories cannot account for the 2000s watershed I argued that a trifecta of other structural shifts can. Ultimately this paper questions the widespread practice of giving analytical priority to financialization in heterodox political economy.
Advocating for Professional Advocates in Nursing and Midwifery
Authors: Engward Hilary , Goldspink Sally , van Veggel Nieky , Abdulmohdi Naim , Tuckwell Andrea , Alexander Marie
Published: February 2025

This paper discusses the development of professional advocacy in the United Kingdom (UK) nursing and midwifery professions. Initially established in midwifery, the discourse of professional advocacy has gradually shifted from a patient focus to advocating for the professionals in their professional roles. This move is driven by the need to influence the health, well-being, and efficacy of the health professions, thereby positively impacting patient care. The concept of advocacy is thus expanding from advocacy focussing on patients/social groups, to incorporating advocating for health professionals by health professionals. However, it is unclear if literature and evidence is keeping pace with this potential conceptual shift taking place in the practice setting, and it is unclear if past patient-centred conceptualisations of advocacy are relevant to the context of professional-orientated advocacy. This paper aims to initiate this discussion specific to the nursing profession.
Pemberdayaan Ibu-Ibu Rumah Tangga Melalui Pelatihan Kerajinan Berbahan Baku Daun Mangga di Kelurahan Argasunya
Authors: Agus Cecep , Sastrawijaya Ade , Firdaus Arief , Nurhayati Yeti
Published: February 2025

Banyaknya daun mangga yang dibiarkan berjatuhan di halaman rumah bertumpuk menjadi timbunan sampah dapat membahayakan lingkungan karena menghambat saluran air di perumahan warga. Kesadaran penduduk Argasunya masih sangat rendah dalam pengelolaan sampah. Bahkan banyak warga yang membakar sampah berupa timbunan daun mangga, sehingga menimbulkan polusi udara. Tujuan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini yaitu menggandeng ibu-ibu di daerah Argasunya melalui pelatihan life skill berbasis keunggulan lokal berupa keterampilan menciptakan barang-barang hias unik berbahan baku daun mangga. Pemberdayaan para ibu rumah tangga tersebut dilakukan sebagai upaya untuk memperkuat perkonomian keluarga dengan memanfaatkan potensi sumber daya alam yang ada di sekitar lingkungan mereka yang belum terekplorasi dengan baik. Pendekatan pengabdian ini dilaksanakan bertahap yaitu sosialiasi terkait pemanfaatan daun mangga, berikutnya pelatihan pembuatan handycraft berbahan baku daun mangga. Selanjutnya memberikan pendampingan. Hasil kegiatan ini menunjukan para peserta mendapatkan banyak pengetahuan dan keterampilan yang baik dalam pengelolaan daun mangga dengan menciptakan barang-barang unik, bahkan mereka termotivasi untuk memasarkan produk kerajinannya melalui online marketplace.
Optimasi Pengelolaan Data Anggota Melalui Sistem Informasi di Pimpinan Daerah Muhammadiyah Kota Batu
Authors: Azhar Yufis , Sari Zamah , Kholimi Ali Sofyan
Published: February 2025

Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan dan mengimplementasikan sistem informasi keanggotaan berbasis web untuk Pimpinan Daerah Muhammadiyah (PDM) Kota Batu. Sebelum implementasi, pengelolaan data keanggotaan dilakukan secara manual, yang menyebabkan ketidakkonsistenan, kesalahan, serta keterlambatan dalam pembaruan data. Sistem yang dikembangkan menawarkan solusi dengan mengintegrasikan pendaftaran, pembaruan data, manajemen anggota, serta penyajian informasi melalui dashboard. Pengujian User Acceptance Testing (UAT) menunjukkan tingkat kepuasan pengguna yang tinggi, terutama dalam aspek keandalan dan kemudahan penggunaan sistem. Pelatihan yang diberikan kepada pengurus juga berhasil meningkatkan literasi teknologi di kalangan pengguna. Hasil kegiatan ini menunjukkan bahwa sistem informasi berbasis web ini mampu meningkatkan efektivitas dan efisiensi pengelolaan data keanggotaan serta meningkatkan partisipasi anggota dalam kegiatan organisasi.
Implementasi sistem informasi akuntansi untuk meningkatkan akuntabilitas laporan keuangan
Authors: Wahyuningsih Rini
Published: February 2025

Accounting in MSMEs includes financial recording and reporting which is useful for the decision-making process, but to date there are still many MSMEs that have not implemented an accounting system. Bookkeeping is only limited to recording income and expenses, so it is not effective and efficient. Therefore, in recording transactions and preparing financial reports, accounting software is needed to support business development. This research aims to determine the importance of implementing an accounting information system, as well as to determine the ability of an accounting information system to produce accountable financial reports.
This research was conducted at LPK Pacific Marine School Yogyakarta for three months in order to implement the Integrated Work Learning Program (PBBT) using qualitative descriptive research methods. The type of data used is primary data obtained from interviews and observations, as well as secondary data obtained from internal company sources and research-related literature. The results of this research show that companies still need an accounting system in preparing financial reports. Then, after implementing an accounting information system with Zahir Accounting Personal 6 software, the company can present the resulting financial report, namely in the form of financial position and Income statement.
Implementasi modul purchase pada UMKM berbasis Odoo ERP
Authors: Fatmilia Yuli
Published: February 2025

Business competition in small and medium enterprises is emerging in all sectors, so business innovation is often carried out to increase market share. Many SME business processes are still manual and face various operational obstacles. To reduce problems and increase efficiency, they need to implement an accounting system. ERP oddo is one solution that SMEs can use to integrate all company data into the business process. Implementing ERP oddo aims to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the purchasing process that the system has not integrated. This research method is descriptive qualitative, with the subject being Point Of Sale (PoS) in the purchase module. This study uses interview techniques and direct monitoring of the subjects or respondents of the survey. The primary data are obtained through interviews with the owner, and secondary data is obtained through literature studies related to the research object. The results of this study inform that implementing the Odoo ERP system is the right step to increase business efficiency.
Meningkatkan sistem penjualan dan akuntansi dengan enterprise resource planning
Authors: Mutiara Faiza Sherlyntan
Published: February 2025

This research aims to solve sales and accounting problems in the case of the warehouse management system PT Bedikari, as well as provide analysis, design, and implementation of the odoo enterprise resource planning (ERP) system using module sales and accounting. This study uses a qualitative method. This research starts with preliminary research, identifying problems, designing proposed business processes, designing system requirements, and implementing the system. The problem with PT Berdikari is that sales management and accounting are still done manually. The results of implementing enterprise resource planning (ERP) odoo overcame sales and accounting business process problems at PT Berdikari. This research concludes that implementing enterprise resource planning (ERP) odoo at PT Berdikari can integrate the module sales and the accounting; sales transaction data inputted using the sales module is automatically connected to the module accounting. Every recorded sales transaction automatically affects accounting, such as recognizing receivables and revenue. This can make obtaining fast and accurate sales and accounting information easier
The Effect of Compensation and Work Discipline on Employee Performance at PT. Langgeng Baja Pratama in Bekasi Regency
Authors: Iryadana Mohamad Razab
Published: February 2025

This study aims to determine the effect of compensation and work discipline on employee performance at PT Langgeng Baja Pratama in Bekasi Regency. The method used is explanatory research with analysis techniques using statistical analysis with regression testing, correlation, determination and hypothesis testing. The results of this study compensation has a significant effect on employee performance of 50.3%, the hypothesis test obtained t count> t table or (7.788> 2.000). Work discipline has a significant effect on employee performance of 41.0%, the hypothesis test obtained t count> t table or (6.462> 2.000). Compensation and work discipline simultaneously have a significant effect on employee performance with the regression equation Y = 9.869 + 0.416X1 + 0.353X2 and a contribution of 61.3%, the hypothesis test obtained F count> F table or (46.655> 2.760).
The Dominant Indicator in The Model of Strengthening the "Akhlak" Culture Through Servant Leadership: The Case of Indonesian State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs)
Authors: Arifin Yusuf
Published: February 2025

Leadership and organizational culture are essential elements for the success of an organization, both business organizations and public organizations. In addition to knowing how close the relationship between Servant leadership and strengthening the AKHLAK culture is, this study aims to find dominant indicators that reflect the two variables. AKHLAK culture is a corporate culture based on the company's core values. The word AKHLAK is an acronym in Indonesian. The research sample involved 200 permanent employees in the West Java State Electricity Company (SEC)-Indonesia, which is one of the government-owned companies under Indonesian State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), an "inclusion sample" of employees who have worked for at least five years. The study used quantitative methods with descriptive and verificative analysis approaches. The data analysis uses SEM-PLS (Structural Equation Modelling - Partial Least Squares). The results of the descriptive analysis in the study show that the implementation of servant leadership still plays a low role, and the AKHLAK culture is still not optimal. However, the verification analysis results show that Servant leadership's role strongly correlates with strengthening the AKHLAK culture.  Moreover, the dominant indicator for Servant leadership is the “Trush” indicator, while the dominant indicator for AKHLAK culture is the “Loyalty” indicator.
Penguatan Kapasitas UMKM Rambak Kulit Sapi Desa Sringin Kecamatan Jumantono Kabupaten Karanganyar dalam Upaya Pencapaian Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Desa
Authors: Utami Setya Ningsih , Ridha A Dhimas
Published: February 2025

Changes in development patterns that are oriented towards SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) namely development that focuses on economic, social and environmental pillars supported by the pillars of governance (Alisjahbana, Armida Salsiah Murniningtyas, 2018), being basis for achieving Indonesia's sustainable development goals. Sringin Village Jumantono District, Karanganyar Regency is one of the villages there MSMEs rambak cowhide.  There are no problems experienced by entrepreneurs proper business management, product diversification and incomplete financial reporting.This community service activity aims to solve problems for business management according to the right concept, product development and appropriate financial governance.The desired output target is product diversification, flavor variants, business management, simple bookkeeping and sinta journals, mass media publishing, Senadimas, apart from the main output,It is hoped that this activity will have a positive impact in the economic aspect. In solving problems and achieving output targets several things are done activity. The first is the socialization of outreach activities about product sustainability, business management. Second is assistance in making financial reports, Third is assistance on how to make various flavors of skin rambak. This activity is highly rated useful, to increase family economic income Keywords: SDGs, MSMEs, income diversification, cowhide crop