bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The impact of HR practices and Ethical Leadership on Knowledge Hiding. Is it Organizational Justice or Organizational Support for Creativity that mediates this relationship
Authors: Hachem Maroun El , Aad Samar , Karkoulian Silva
Published: September 2023

This paper aims to investigate the impact of Ethical Leadership and Human Resources Management (HRM) Practices on Knowledge Hiding and the mediating role of Organizational Support for Creativity, and Organizational Justice. A total of 120 professionals from different countries and various levels of seniority completed an online questionnaire a linear and multiple regression test was conducted to analyse hypothesized model. The finding shows that both Ethical Leadership and HRM Practices have direct negative impact and indirect negative impact through Organizational Justice and Organizational Support for Creativity on Knowledge Hiding. The main originality of this study is to suggest to managers to not only adapt Ethical leadership and good implemented HRM Practices in order to decrease Knowledge Hiding, but also make sure to maintain high level of justice, equality, fairness, freedom and creativity support within the organization.

Keywords: HRM Practices, Knowledge Hiding, Ethical Leadership, Organizational Support for Creativity, Organizational Justice.
Supply chains in the automotive industry during the COVID-19 pandemic (the case of Polish companies)
Authors: Rokicki Tomasz
Published: September 2023

The aim of the article is to present disruptions in the COVID-19 pandemic occurring in the supply chain of companies from the automotive industry. The specific objectives are: identification and characterization of companies operating in automotive supply chains, defining changes in the automotive industry during the pandemic, showing the types of disruptions in supply chains and ways to counteract these unfavorable situations. Companies from the automotive industry operating in Poland were selected for the research purposefully. Using the random selection method, 500 companies from the automotive industry were selected for the study, which constituted a large research sample. According to estimates, there were about 2,000 in Poland. companies strictly focused on the automotive industry and several thousand with indirect connections, e.g. car repair shops. The data sources were surveys conducted in June 2023 among 500 enterprises in the form of a direct telephone interview. The main disruptions and problems in the supply chain were longer order execution times, increased costs of transport, storage and labour, as well as limited timeliness of deliveries. However, as a rule, disruptions lasted up to 1 year. One in ten enterprises declared that the disturbances are still ongoing. Half of the enterprises did not experience support from their partners in the supply chain. Despite this, 60% of enterprises did not seek or use alternative suppliers or buyers. The same share of enterprises made operational decisions during the pandemic, while ¼ made strategic decisions. The pandemic also did not affect radical changes in supply chains, such as resigning from Asian suppliers in favor of European ones.

Keywords: Supply chains, COVID-19 pandemic, automotive industry.
The Influence Of Enterprise Strategic Positioning On The Organizational Success Of Mining Investment Companies In China
Authors: Zheng Zhu , Dasig, Jr. Daniel D.
Published: September 2023

Pressure on safety and environmental protection continues to rise as a result of legislation such as China's energy reform, resulting in a fall in mineral resource reserves and a decline in grade. China's mining industry's output has fluctuated and dropped. State-owned mining investment and development companies (SOME) bear political, economic, and social responsibilities, but there are issues such as a lack of strategic positioning (SP), slow transformation speed, and poor business flexibility that make ensuring organisational success (OS) difficult. This study aimed to determine the influence of corporate strategic positioning on the organization of state-owned mining investment companies in China with the intent of putting forward practical suggestions on how to effectively formulate and implement strategic positioning, and provide guidance for the organization's strategic decision-making and implementation to achieve organizational success.

Keywords: Enterprise Strategic Positioning, Mining Investment, Organizational Success, Social Responsibility, Institutional Advantage, Descriptive Correlational
sychological needs in design and development of children's furniture toward product satifactory: a literature review
Authors: Junfeng Zhu , Alli Hassan , Md Ishak Siti Mastura
Published: September 2023

Furniture industry is a large and complex global industry whose value growth is influence by multiple stakeholders (Epede & Wang, 2022). Rapid urbanisation, population growth, real estate and hotel industry expansion, and rising consumer spending power have all contributed to the furniture industry's expansion. (Market Watch, 2019; Polish Investment & Trade Office in Shanghai, 2017). From 2018 to 2025, the global furniture market, which was valued at USD 480.7 billion in 2017 and is anticipated to rise at a CAGR of 5.1 percent, will expand. (Grand View Research, 2018). To provide storage space and an aesthetically pleasing appearance in homes and offices, furniture is a crucial component of both the residential and commercial sectors. The expectations and desires of consumers have changed as a result of the furniture industry's rapid development. Children's furniture serves as a toy as much as a product. (Zeng Yuan & Shi Yi, 2021). Numerous manufacturers are interested in the market due to the continued growth of sales of children's furniture in particular. However, the segmentation of the Chinese furniture market is insufficient, and the market for children's furniture has not yet been established. (M. H. Bornstein, D. L. Putnick, and G. Esposito, 2020). Children need a better atmosphere to grow up in, with a focus on their furniture, both physically and mentally. Modern children's physical and psychological development traits are not taken into account by children's furniture, which can only be used temporarily. (Wenbo Zhang & Si Li, 2022). The question of this paper is what are important of the children's psychological needs in children's furniture design toward product satisfactory. Hence, the objective of study is to analyse the significant of psychological needs in design and development of children's furniture toward product satisfactory.

Keywords: Children furniture, psychology and product satisfactory furniture design and development, user
Obstacles To The Internationalization Of Moroccan SMEs: Case Studies
Authors: HILMI Mouna , JAOUI Yassine
Published: September 2023

The environment in which companies are immersed is characterized by multiple transformations that can be described as profound, especially with the successive reduction of tariff and non-tariff barriers, the acceleration of competition, and changes in the business world (Nummela, 2004). Several countries have set up free-trade zones to facilitate integrating companies into the global economy ((Raynard & Forstater, 2002). At this level, the internationalization of companies is seen as a solution for reaping the benefits of globalization, in particular, taking advantage of the exploitation of international value chains (Williamson, 1995) or progressively seeking continuous growth (Dunning, 2000). Indeed, SMEs are also concerned by this logic (Marchesnay et al., 2015); (Olinga & Bikoah, 2022) since internationalization represents for small and medium-sized enterprises a primordial factor for growth, development, and sustainability (Cerrato & Piva, 2010). In Morocco, SMEs play an essential role in the dynamics of the national economy. According to the figures, they account for over 95% of value-added companies, 40% of private investment, and around 30% of Moroccan exports (Bentaleb & Louitri, 2011). Although SMEs are less active internationally, they are very successful when going international (Bongolomba Isoketsu, 2017). They are obliged to choose different approaches to internationalization than large companies (Zacharakis, 1997). That is why choosing an international strategy is essential for them to own a place and a competitive position, but on the condition that they think and pursue a more global management vision (Dutot et al., 2014).

Keywords: SMEs, case studies, Internationalization, Obstacles, SMEs
Sustainable Development of Aviation in Latvia
Authors: Kokars Arturs , Sergejs Hilkevics
Published: September 2023

For a thorough comprehension of the interaction between the aviation industry and the national economy, it is imperative to regard stakeholder engagement as a pivotal macroeconomic facet within the construction of sustainable policies that engender societal value. As a result, the assessment of pertinent indicators assumes paramount importance in ascertaining the contribution of the Latvian aviation sector to the nation's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Despite its immersion within an intensely competitive market environment, the aviation sector continues to witness substantial governmental interventions on a global scale. Thus, it becomes imperative to delineate the considerations that delineate public goods, ensuring their alignment with the tenets of equitable competition. Subsequent inquiry encompasses a meticulous contemplation of the components requisite for a dependable strategic decision-making process for aviation stakeholders.

Keywords: aviation, input-output model, state support, sustainable aviation, state policy, public goods, Latvian economy.
Impacts of Economic Uncertainty and Interdependency of Investments and Financial Decisions
Authors: Sung Suk Kim , Nugroho Vina , Budhidharma Valentino
Published: September 2023

This research investigates the impact of uncertainty on financing and investing decisions using a simultaneous equation approach. Data are collected from unbalanced quarterly panel sources of publicly listed companies in Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan from 1996 to 2020, using GMM to handle the endogenous problem. The results show that economic uncertainty has a different effect on the investment and financial policies of constrained and unconstrained firms. The effects of the economic uncertainty of the financially constrained firms are more negative than unconstrained ones, without significant difference. Economic uncertainty motivates financially constrained firms to increase cash holdings stronger than unconstrained firms.

Keywords: Economic uncertainty, interdependency of financial decisions, financially constrained firms. East Asian.
The One-Stop Homestay Management Model in the Tourism Village of the Borobudur Super Priority Tourism Destination Area (DPSP) Indonesia
Authors: Setiawan Dr. Budi
Published: September 2023

The Borobudur area of Indonesia has the potential for competitive advantage and strong strategic value based on cultural, historical and natural tourism with its unique local wisdom as a driving force for the development and restoration of national and regional tourism and the welfare of local communities in the Central Java Province region. As many as 20 tourism villages in Borobudur District, the DPSP Borobudur area can become an alternative destination for tourist visits, which so far have been concentrated in the Borobudur Temple Tourism Park. The existence of a tourist village so far has proven capable of becoming a new destination in the Borobudur area with its overnight tour packages which have 581 homestays spread across the Borobudur area. However, the problem that arises is the management of homestays in the Borobudur area, including that there is no definitive standard management model between Cooperatives/Village-Owned Enterprises/Tourism Awareness Groups and the homestay owners themselves, include homestay managers do not yet have standardized competencies in managing their homestay business. Based on the results of the research followed by Focus Group Discussion (FGD) a one-stop homestay management scheme/model in a tourism village has been obtained, including improving the skills of homestay managers through the Indonesian National Work Competency Standards (SKKNI) through a survey conducted on homestay owners in 20 tourism villages. which in the end is expected to increase sales, and the placement of guests in homestays so that it is fair and equitable for the people who own the homestay which will automatically increase the local revenue. This model can also be applied in other regions in Indonesia, and perhaps in several countries in the world that have the same form of government and regional characteristics as Indonesia.

Keywords: Management Model, Homestay, Super Priority Tourism Destination Area, National Work Competency Standards, Borobudur.
The Effect of Banking Intermediation, Secondary Reserve, Operational Efficiency, and Credit Risk on Banking Profitability (Study at Regional Development Banks in Indonesia Period 2019 – 2022)
Authors: Buchory Herry Achmad , Kusmaryadi Jadi
Published: September 2023

Banks are intermediary financial institutions that collect and distribute funds to the public with the aim of obtaining profitability. The occurrence of the Covid-19 pandemic has affected the economic sector, especially the banking sector. The intermediation function is not running optimally, increasing investment in the form of secondary reserves, decreasing operational efficiency, increasing credit risk, and decreasing bank profitability. This research was conducted with the aim of knowing the effect of Banking Intermediation, Secondary Reserves, Operational Efficiency, and Credit Risk on Profitability at Regional Development Banks in Indonesia for the 2019 – 2022 period both partially and simultaneously. Banking Intermediation is measured by the ratio of credit to total third-party funds (Loan to Deposit Ratio/LDR), Secondary Reserve is measured by the ratio of securities held to third-party funds (TPF), Operational Efficiency is measured by the ratio of operating expenses to operating income (OEOI), Credit Risk is measured by Non-performing Loans (NPLs) and Profitability is measured by Return on Assets (ROA). The research method used is a descriptive method and a verification method with a quantitative approach with secondary data types sourced from published financial reports from 22 Regional Development Banks in Indonesia. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression with the classical assumption test first. As for testing the hypothesis used by T-Test and F-Test. The results of the study show that partially LDR has a positive and significant effect on ROA; Secondary reserve has a positive but not significant effect on ROA; OEOI and NPLs ratios have a negative and significant effect on ROA. While simultaneously LDR, Secondary Reserve, OEOI Ratio, and NPLs have a significant effect on ROA.

Keywords: Banking Intermediation, Credit Risk, Operational Efficiency, Return on Assets, Secondary Reserve.
Measuring Capital Market Literacy of Indonesian Society: An Overview
Authors: Arisandi Debby
Published: September 2023

Being capital market literate means having a good grasp of financial terms and concepts such as risk and return, diversification, asset allocation, market volatility, and investment strategies (Borden et al., 2008). It also involves being aware of regulatory frameworks that govern the capital markets, such as the Otoritas Jasa Keuangan (Financial Services Authority) in Indonesia. Capital market literacy is important because it helps individuals make informed investment decisions that align with their financial goals and risk tolerance (Kemu, 2016). It also enables investors to understand and interpret financial news and information, as well as evaluate the performance of their investments over time. Improving capital market literacy can be achieved through self-education, taking courses on finance and investing, reading financial news and reports, and seeking advice from financial professionals. Being capital market literate means having a good grasp of financial terms and concepts such as risk and return, diversification, asset allocation, market volatility, and investment strategies (Borden et al., 2008). It also involves being aware of regulatory frameworks that govern the capital markets, such as the Otoritas Jasa Keuangan (Financial Services Authority) in Indonesia. Capital market literacy is important because it helps individuals make informed investment decisions that align with their financial goals and risk tolerance (Kemu, 2016). It also enables investors to understand and interpret financial news and information, as well as evaluate the performance of their investments over time. Improving capital market literacy can be achieved through self-education, taking courses on finance and investing, reading financial news and reports, and seeking advice from financial professionals.

Keywords: Capital Market, Literacy, Investment
Effect of Information Technology Interruptions on Recovery Needs: A Moderated-Mediation Mechanism for Work-Family Boundary Management
Authors: Kismono Gugup , Elianto Whisnu , Wibowo Amin , Nastiti Tur , Ardianto Heni
Published: September 2023

The characteristics of work are increasingly changing as information technology develops. Information technology may have a positive but also negative impact (Ninaus et al., 2015). Thus, work-to-family interruptions are increasingly common with the use of information technology. This is because the boundary between work and family becomes more and more overlapping with the use of information technology (Derks et al., 2015). Family domain are interrupted by the work domain through information technology, leading to higher exhaustion and lower individual well-being. The concept of work-family boundary management may useful to refine the negative mechanisms of work-to-family disruption in relation to the recovery process (Kim & Hollensbe, 2017). Boundary control variables describe the relationship of workload and recovery (Mccloskey, 2016). Boundary control mediates the influence of information technology interruptions on recovery needs. Unfortunately, the logic of the influence of mediation has not been empirically tested. As a result, explanations of inconsistent research findings have not been able to be done adequately. In a practical context, such research gaps lead to the development of misguided organizational policies.

Keywords: Recovery needs, information technology interruptions, boundary control, integration preferences, work-family boundary management.
Factors Impacting Students' Intention for Sustainable Entrepreneurship
Authors: Pham Thien Huynh , Nguyen Le Tue Minh , Trang Nguyen Ngan Thanh , Tran Than Chi , Nguyen Luan Trong
Published: September 2023

This study presents the findings of an extensive investigation into the variables that influence college students' plans to engage in sustainable business practices. The research set out to determine what characteristics had the most impact on students' propensity to engage in sustainable entrepreneurial activities and then evaluate those results. In this quantitative study, a total of 370 persons were selected at random to take part in an online survey. The study utilized SPSS and Amos, and for data reliability testing, the researchers used Cronbach's alpha, exploratory factor analysis, and structural equation modeling. The results showed that characteristics like subjective norms and risk-taking propensity influenced students' sustainable entrepreneurial intentions in a positive way. The extent to which students felt social pressure to perform or engage in specific activities (as measured by subjective norms) was a significant predictor of their plans for future business endeavours. Students' long-term business outlook was found to be significantly influenced by their openness to risk, here defined as activities with unknown repercussions. Schools and governments can use the study's findings to inform policy and curriculum development aimed at fostering the next generation of sustainable business leaders. Long-term thinking is beneficial for both enterprises and society as a whole in an environment that supports sustainable practises.

Keywords: Sustainable entrepreneurship, Policy and curriculum development, Students' inten
Analysis of Factors Affecting the Demand for Package Logistics Services for the Export Process of Fruit Products in Can Tho
Authors: Truong Khanh Tan
Published: September 2023

This study was conducted to determine the factors affecting the choice of using a package logistics service for the fruit export process in Can Tho. A research model has been proposed with variables including Safety, Price, Tangible Assets, Responsiveness Ability, Customer Service, and Referrals through a third party (Intermediaries). A survey was conducted and a questionnaire was developed. Survey subjects are logistics service providers, people working in the field of logistics, students, postgraduate students in the logistics industry, fruit distributors in Can Tho, and fruit wholesalers/retailers in Can Tho. Data were analyzed from more than 200 samples collected and processed on SPSS 20 software and descriptively (SEM). The factors of Tangible Assets, Responsiveness, Customer Service, and Referrals through Third Parties (Intermediaries) affect the Demand for Package Logistics Services differently. Price and Safety have no impact on the Demand for Package Logistics Services. Thereby, we can see that Logistics service providers should prioritize the factors of Tangible Assets, Responsiveness, Customer Service, and Referrals through third parties (Intermediaries) to attract more customers. more customers. The research shows the factors affecting the Demand for Package Logistics Services in Can Tho. This greatly contributes to the growing Logistic activities in Can Tho, this is also an opportunity for those in this field to grasp and learn about these factors in order to improve their level and development ability.

Keywords: Factors Affecting, Package Logistics Services, Tangible Assets.
The Effect of Customer Service Support on Brand Value: Leveraging Customer Service as a Co-Creator of Brand Value to Enhance Corporate Performance. Evidence from FinTech industry
Authors: Syropyatov Vladimir Valerevich , Arenkov Igor Anatolevich
Published: September 2023

The financial technology (fintech) industry has disrupted traditional financial services by providing new and innovative ways for consumers to access banking and investment products (Kshetri, 2018). With the increasing number of fintech companies in the market, competition has become intense, leading companies to differentiate themselves to attract and retain clients (Nair et al., 2021). One way to create brand value is through exceptional customer experience, with customer support service being a critical factor in its creation (Nair et al., 2021; Vuorinen, Uusitalo, & Vos, 2012). Despite its importance, the impact of customer support service on consumer behavior and company performance is not well-understood (Gulfraz et al., 2022). To address this research gap, this paper aims to investigate the impact of customer support service on consumer behavior and company performance in the fintech industry. Specifically, the study analyzes the potential of customer support service as a co-creator of brand value and its influence on company performance indicators.

Keywords: Brand value, Brand value co-creation, Fintech industry, Company's operational performance, Customer support services
Food Selection and Dining Practices of College Students: Basis for Campus Dining Sustainability Initiatives
Authors: Trinidad Ma. Cristina Q. , Balderama Ron Michael
Published: September 2023

Students in higher education institutions have the liberty to select the food they want to eat. However, this freedom to decide places them in situations that may cause harm or risk for their health. Thus, the purpose of the present quantitative-descriptive correlational study was to verify college students' eating preferences and dining practices, especially during the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dining practices involve food consumption, choices, and behaviors of diners. This study will also present the individual, social, physical, or macro factors affecting those practices to confirm if they are directly related to their dining practices and if they are sustainable. Thus, this study intends to formulate interventions that can be proposed to promote and adopt sustainable dining practices. Data was collected from the college students utilizing a survey questionnaire. Research findings and output can be relevant as an instrument for future interventions that promote and support the adoption of sustainable dining practices on campus and strengthen the sustainable dining practices of the students.

Keywords: COVID-19; dining practices; eating; food selection; sustainable dining; sustainability; hospitality; Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Consumer protection legislation in South Africa and its impact on promotional strategies: Perspectives of retail businesses
Authors: Moodley Dr. Marlini (Nair) , Reddy Prof. Karunanidhi
Published: September 2023

In the past, unfair business practices resulted in consumers suffering a host of abuses. Poverty, unequal distribution of income and high litigation costs presented a challenge for consumers seeking justice. The Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA) was enacted to protect consumers and prohibit unfair business practices. It also placed restrictions on promotional methods. The overall aim of this paper is to evaluate, through the findings from an empirical study, how consumer protection legislation in South Africa impacts on promotional strategies of retail businesses. Using a qualitative methodology, the study evaluated the implications of the CPA for retail businesses in South Africa. It firstly, explored specific aspects pertaining to which provisions of the CPA affect the promotional efforts of retail businesses (small to medium) in Durban; and secondly, it determined the implications of the implementation of the CPA on promotional strategies of small to medium retail businesses in the Durban area. Eighteen structured interviews were conducted with marketing managers and business owners. The findings from the study identified several provisions of the CPA that have an impact on the way promotions are being conducted currently. The study also showed that preferences for promotional tools are based on cost and on reaching larger target audiences quickly, and that more expensive and labour-intensive measures were adopted to address the restrictions of the CPA.

Keywords: CPA, retail businesses, labour-intensive
Understanding of Economic Student on the Relationship between Green Supply Chain Management and Sustainability
Authors: Nguyen Huy Dang , Huynh Van Pham
Published: September 2023

Purpose: This research collects primary data on how well economic students at colleges in Can Tho, Vietnam comprehend how green supply chain management (GSCM) affects sustainability performance. Methodology: This research examines five GSCM factors—internal environmental management, green procurement, green manufacturing, green distribution, and environmental education—and three sustainability performance characteristics (economic, environmental, and social performance). Exploratory trials and a literature review on GSCM and sustainability performance lead to this model. Using a questionnaire, 534 participants provided primary data. Based on a structural equation model, SPSS and AMOS 22.0 analysed the data quantitatively and descriptively (SEM). Findings: GSCM affects sustainability performance differently. Green procurement affects economic, environmental, and social performance. Internal environmental management impacts environmental and social performance. Environmental education affects solely social performance. Green production and distribution do not affect sustainability. The results showed that universities must prioritise five areas—internal environmental management, green procurement, green production, green distribution, and environmental education—for the long-term development of the economy, environment, and society. Originality/Value: GSCM's impact on sustainability performance has been studied, however economic scholars don't know how it affects a company's sustainability. Economics majors will become entrepreneurs who grasp their role in company and economic progress. Economic students must understand the value of corporate social responsibility, community involvement, and environmentally responsible production to help firms, communities, and ecosystems succeed.

Keywords: Economic student, green supply chain management, sustainability.
Exploring the Influence of Gender and Generations on the Relationship between Work-life Balance and Engagement
Authors: Karkoulian  , Silva  , Halawi  , Leila  , El Sabeh  , Reem  , Ammar Abi , Rabih
Published: September 2023

The concept of work-life balance has gained significant attention in recent years as organizations recognize the importance of creating a healthy and sustainable work environment for their employees. This study examines the relationship between work-life balance and employee engagement in the MENA region, explicitly emphasizing the moderating effects of gender and generations. The study employed a quantitative analysis approach, using surveys distributed to 508 full-time employees in various sectors across the MENA region. The results revealed a positive correlation between work-life balance and employee engagement, moderated by gender. However, the study did not find that generations moderated the relationship between work-life balance and employee engagement. As a result, the study recommends that organizations in the MENA region consider incorporating work-life balance practices and programs to enhance employee engagement and promote growth.

Keywords: Work-life balance, Age, Employee Engagement, Gender, Generations
Collection of University Students with Perspective: The Functional Role of Social Media as a Tool for Character Education Development
Authors: Nam Khoa Nguyen , Thi My Duyen Nguyen , Trong Luan Nguyen
Published: September 2023

The goal of this study is to ascertain students' perceptions of the following comments: the crucial purpose that social media plays in fostering character education. This study used a qualitative methodology. The research used documentation and literature reviews as data collection methods. The acquired data was then subjected to descriptive and qualitative analysis. According to the study's findings, most students concur that social media may be a useful tool for character education and can help mold the personalities of students who are good at absorbing information. The purpose of social media in the growth of character education is to create honest, open, transparent, and brave personalities in a world where media is pervasive, and students are its main audience. Students are taught through character education to dare to share the truth of an occurrence on social media. Social media also has a role in developing traits like adaptability, honesty, tolerance, initiative, openness, assertiveness, and fearlessness. The study also offers strategies that educators might utilize to integrate social networks into character education. By requesting that students use their personal social media profiles to promote tolerance, character education on social media can be developed.

Keywords: Social Media, Development, Character, Education, Character Education
The Socio-Economic Impact of Covid 19: A comprehensive study of Gender Discrimination
Authors: Patra Dr. Pradipta
Published: September 2023

The Covid 19 pandemic wreaked havoc in the lives of people across the globe. The socio-economic impacts of the pandemic include job losses, closure of educational system, food and financial insecurity, increased burden of chores at home, to name a few. Even though the pandemic severely impacted all, the objective of this work is to investigate the gender discrimination suffered due to the pandemic. Secondary data of 123 different countries from across the globe has been collected for both men and women on several important and relevant parameters. Statistical tests like independent t-test for comparison of 2 populations and the non-parametric Mann-Whitney U test have been used for our analysis. The new findings include increased difficulty among women for accessing medical care, reduced school time, increased job insecurity and more concern among women about access to healthcare. Consequently, women have been more worried about being stuck in their homes for long. Men suffered more job loses along with worries about pending loan repayment. Further, geographical migration has been more among men. Even though similar studies exist, no other work has utilized data spanning so many countries and also has not evaluated gender differences on so many parameters.

Keywords: COVID 19; Socio-Economic impact; Gender Discrimination; Gender Gap; Pandemic
Multimedia Communication Students' Concepts of Sustainability and the role of Media students in sustainable development in the digital age
Authors: Thi My Duyen Nguyen , Trong Luan Nguyen
Published: September 2023

One of several higher-level dispositions that are crucial for students' future professional responsibilities is sustainability, which is increasingly recognized in the sphere of higher education as a crucial capability of successful graduates. Discussions about sustainability frequently presuppose that everyone has the same understanding of the concept and varying perspectives can make effective conversation challenging. In the specific setting of their tertiary education, this paper presents an empirical assessment of the perspectives on sustainability held by communication students from a business faculty at a large metropolitan university. Besides, the research also explores the conception of communication students about the role of social networks in sustainable development and the role of communication students in sustainable development. This study contributes to providing more material on the concept of sustainable education and raising students' awareness of sustainable development, highlighting the issue of strengthening, spreading, and upgrading the awareness of young people, especially students. Research also promotes and encourages educational methods that use a combination of practical examples that are close to reality and highly applicable.

Keywords: higher education; professional preparation; students' conceptions; graduate dispositions; social media; Sustainability; Sustainable Development.
Recruiting For a Better Tomorrow: How Sustainable Practices Are Shaping the Future of Talent Acquisition
Authors: Matthias  , Pfister
Published: September 2023

Demographic change and the lack of young qualified applicants positions the recruitment process as a core component of an organization and increasingly forces companies to evaluate their attractiveness as employers. A shift in interests among young, qualified applicants raises the question of whether the integration of sustainable values into the business model, strategy, and brand of small and medium sized companies (SMEs) can increase its attractiveness as an employer (Holt, Marques, & Way, 2012). The literature shows that the effects of sustainability on organizational determinants are still in need of further research. Previous studies observe a positive relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and organizational attraction but fail to consider the complex nature of the decision process of applicants by only considering the isolated effect of CSR (Albinger & Freeman, 2000). Furthermore, various studies find different character traits among age groups (Cennamo & Gardner, 2008). This study tests the effects of generational groups on different factors of organizational attraction so companies can e.g. more accurately design their job advertisement.

Keywords: CSR, recruiting, policy capturing, generational theory
New World Cup winners and the grudge of the reigning champion: Is diversity the key to success in high-level football competitions?
Authors: Geyer Christian
Published: September 2023

Across all industries, the term 'diversity' is often the subject of controversial debate. Studies provide conflicting results on the impact of diversity on team performance in general. With a specific focus on professional football, this paper provides a brief review of the literature in this area of research. As there are conflicting results, they will be discussed. By the conference, the author will present current findings on the impact of diversity in national football teams and their performance at World Cups from 1966 to 2018, placing them in the context of previous findings.

Keywords: Diversity, Multinational Teams, Professional Soccer, FIFA World Cup.
Hell Traits in Handwriting of Youths Involved in Crime: Evidence from a Correctional Facility in Hail City, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alkhamsan Mohammed S. , Husin Azrina
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Understanding the behavioural characteristics of youth inmates involved in criminal activities is crucial for crime prevention. This study examines the hell traits of youth inmates involved in criminal activities and detained in a Hail City, Saudi Arabia, remand facility. This study aims to show the evidence of personality traits in the handwriting of deviant youths in a correctional facility. Methods: This study reports from a more extensive study that looks at the relationship between handwriting and crime but focuses on the perpetrators of double crimes for two types of crimes in the study sample: fighting and stabbing, kidnapping, violence, and Blackmailing. The qualitative research approach was employed in this study, using a semi-structured interview with 15 respondents who are remand home youth inmates serving their various jail terms in a more extensive study. Three respondents were purposively selected out of the 15 inmates that committed fighting and robbery crime. Results: The finding revealed the presence of personality hell traits in the behaviour of the youth inmates under study. It related to the robbery and fighting crime committed, based on the connotations in their handwriting analysed by the researcher. The handwriting of the youth inmates detained in the remand house showed at least two or more characters of "hell traits" associated with fighting and robbery. This suggests a relationship between these two crimes and implies that the inmates share similar feelings and behaviours when committing criminal acts. Conclusion: The study findings could be helpful to the government and its agencies to reduce and control crime. More studies need to be done using more extensive data and multiple methods to ascertain the criminal behaviour of youths.

Keywords: Crime, Correctional facilities, Handwriting, Hell traits and Youths.
Evaluación de diseños instruccionales virtuales sobre unidades didácticas de matemáticas
Authors: Zambrano-Leal Newman , Angulo-Hernández Naive , Lugo-Jiménez Abdul , Rodríguez-Moreta Daribel
Published: September 2023

The objective of the research was to develop an instrument for assessing the instructional design quality of virtual classrooms created by undergraduate students majoring in Mathematics Education for Secondary Education, with the aim of enhancing mathematics education at that level. The instrument was validated using a quantitative methodology, which included expert evaluations and internal consistency based on 237 assessments of 21 virtual classrooms. The instrument is based on criteria improvements from Spain's INTEF, evaluating didactic description, content quality, adaptability, interactivity, motivation, format and design, navigation, and accessibility of audiovisual content, with adaptations made for improvement. High validity and reliability were achieved. The instrument allows for the evaluation of didactic units in the Dominican mathematics curriculum at the secondary level. This research promotes effective instructional design in virtual classrooms, thereby preventing confusion and frustration among students in poorly designed online courses.
VALIDATION OF A THREE-DIMENSIONAL HEAD PHANTOM FOR IMAGING DATA
Authors: Podolszańska Jolanta
Published: September 2023

This paper presents the research results on the design of a three-dimensional head phantom for cone beam projection. The head model is based on a Shepp-Logan mathematical head model, which is used to simulate the operation of the CT scanner. The model is then compared with the reference data for structural similarity, reasoning, and shape. The geometric parameters of the obtained images are investigated. The reconstructed image is analyzed using the FDK method. The results show that the geometric parameters directly correlate with the number of projections. A mathematical framework of cone beam 3d reconstruction via the first derivative of the radon transform is presented.
RESEARCH ON CALCULATION OPTIMIZATION METHODS USED IN COMPUTER GAMES DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Fedotova Natali , Procenko Maksim , Baranowa Iryna , Waszczenko Switłana , Dehtiarenko Yaroslava
Published: September 2023

In the field of computer game development, there are numerous optimization methods that help to significantly reduce the number of calculations that the game system performs while playing the game. In its turn, this allows to display increasingly realistic graphics. The paper presents the performed analysis of general optimization methods used in the game engine Unreal Engine, such as Distance Culling, Occlusion Culling, Frustum Culling, LODs, Level Streaming, and the Nanite System. The main factors such as resource intensity, visual quality, number of objects, and scale have been determined. The research results demonstrate that properly applied optimization methods can improve game performance and reduce the computational load on the system, which is crucial both functionally and aesthetically.
TESLA SWITCH OF 4 BATTERIES BASED ON THE ARDUINO UNO BOARD
Authors: Polishchuk Mykola , Grinyuk Serhii , Kostiuchko Serhii , Tkachuk Anatolii , Savaryn Pavlo
Published: September 2023

The paper considered the theoretical information of generators for several power sources, schematic their solutions, and the main disadvantages and advantages. A generator for 4 batteries based on field-effect transistors with optical galvanic isolation and a clock generator built on the basis of the Atmega328 microcontroller, which is part of the Arduino Uno device, was studied. The result of the study was the confirmation of the existence of the "Tesla-switch" effect. A program code was developed for the alternate switching of six transistor switches of the optical decoupling. The structural diagram of the device was studied, and the influence of the generator frequency and the consumed power of the load on the output parameters of the device were determined. The considered idea of energy saving and environmental friendliness of power supply systems is relevant, in particular in cases of blackouts.
MODELING AND ANALYSIS OF SYSTOLIC AND DIASTOLIC BLOOD PRESSURE USING ECG AND PPG SIGNALS
Authors: Vasilevskyi Oleksandr , Popovici Emanuel , Sarana Volodymyr
Published: September 2023

Taking into account the peculiarities of using the MAX86150 evaluation system for measuring ECG and PPG signals, mathematical models were developed for indirect determination of systolic and diastolic pressure using fingers on the hand, which were tested in the MATLAB environment. Received ECG and PPG signals. Based on the proposed mathematical models, ECG and PPG signals were processed in the MATLAB package and the results of indirect measurement of blood pressure were presented.
RESEARCH THE EFFECT OF THE FRACTIONAL NUMBER SLOTS OF POLE ON WIND TURBINE GENERATION USING THE ENHANCED SPOTTED HYENA OPTIMIZATION ALGORITHM
Authors: Aladwan Ibrahim M. , Abdelrazzaq AL Dabbas Hasan , Maqableh Ayman. M. , Fayyad Sayel M. , Miroshnyk Oleksandr , Shchur Taras , Ptashnyk Vadym
Published: September 2023

The design of machines with permanent magnets is actively developing day by day and is often used in wind energy. The main advantages of such variable speed drives are high efficiency, high power density and torque density. When designing a wind generator with two rotors and permanent magnets, it is necessary to solve such a problem as the correct choice of the number of poles and slots to increase efficiency and minimize the cost of the machine. In this work, an improved spotted hyena optimization algorithm is used to obtain the optimal combination of slots and poles. This optimization algorithm makes it possible to obtain the number of fractional slots per pole and evaluate the operating efficiency of a wind generator with a double rotor and ferrite magnets. At the first stage of machine design, various combinations of slots are installed. Next, the optimal combination is selected from various slot-pole combinations, taking into account the Enhanced Spotted Hyena Optimization (ESHO) algorithm, in which a multi-objective function is configured. Accordingly, the multi-objectives are the integration of reverse electromotive force, output torque, gear torque, flux linkage, torque ripple along with losses. Analysis of the results obtained shows that the proposed algorithm for determining the optimal slot combination is more efficient than other slot combinations. It has also been found that the choice of slot and pole combination is critical to the efficient operation of permanent magnet machines.
The Examination of SQL Queries Efficiency in Chosen IT System
Authors: Barczak Krzysztof
Published: September 2023

Optimization of SQL queries is an important part of any system using a database. Several different optimization methods have been selected and presented in this article, The research was conducted on the MS SQL database engine. The execution times of SQL queries were carefully examined according to defined criteria, then performance optimization was done, followed by repeated tests to obtain results after the optimization. Finally, the results were compared through which conclusions were drawn.
Comparative analysis of selected databases on the example of a proprietary web application
Authors: Przychodzień Łukasz , Radwan Dominika , Kozieł Grzegorz
Published: September 2023

Database performance is one of the most important factors affecting the usability of the system. Therefore, the authors of the article decided to examine 3 popular database systems: MySQL, MS SQL and PostgreSQL, analyzing their performance. For this purpose, a test application was prepared and Docker software was used to simulate different hardware parameters. Depending on the selected settings and the number of records, different results were obtained. For small data sets, the differences were almost imperceptible. They have drastically increased for large data sets. In this case, MySQL fared poorly, and MS SQL was the best. This means that the choice of the database is very important, and it is worth considering the available hardware, the amount of data and the queries performed.
Performance optimization of web applications using Qwik
Authors: Lipiński Adam , Pańczyk Beata
Published: September 2023

This article analyzes the performance of three frameworks - React.js, Next.js and Qwik - that offer different methods of rendering application views. The purpose of the study was to show whether the new Qwik framework allows for better application load times compared to the other frameworks. The study was conducted using 3 applications representing the same research content, referring to cases occurring in production environments. In order to assess the performance, the Google Lighthouse tool was used, thanks to which it was proved that it is impossible to unequivocally say that Qwik allows for better optimization of the application compared to other frameworks.