bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Fábula del sí mismo
Authors: Hernando Jairo
Published: July 2024

Esta novela no es autoficción porque no coinciden narrador, autor y personaje, tampoco constituye una retórica de la memoria. Es, más bien, una serie de experimentos con la otredad, con múltiples ficcionalizaciones del yo que se transfiguran en dobles y heterónimos para poder desdoblarse en lo que se pudo, quiso, evitó o imaginó ser. El libro apela a diversos géneros discursivos —cuento, crónica, reportaje, ensayo— para realizar una indagación sobre sí mismo sin concesiones. En una frase: es un juguete literario para burlarse de sí mismo. “Narración ficcional, crónica periodística y ensayo se funden en el relato para dar cuenta del tema de ‘el doble’, que ha sido durante mucho tiempo uno de los tópicos más sugerentes y fascinantes de la literatura. Apelando a distintos géneros discursivos, Gómez subvierte los límites convencionales de la novela y logra que el lector viaje tanto en las tramas de la ficción como a través de la crítica social y la memoria cultural urbana, en la que el cine es un hito ineludible. Entretanto el verdadero personaje, ‘el doble’, que ve y es visto desde y hacia sus propios pliegues, se juega su sentido de existencia en un relato heteróclito que pone en jaque al autor, al novelista y al ‘yo’ mientras cuestiona los límites mismos de géneros otrora sancionados por la investigación social y la propia teoría literaria, como la autobiografía”. Pedro Baquero Másmela
Los hombres entigrecidos. Tomo IV. Poética de la tierra caliente
Authors: Serna Adrián
Published: July 2024

La introducción del modo de producción moderno supuso que la cuenca media del río Magdalena transitó de un mundo mítico que se expresaba en el canto y la poesía a un mundo histórico que era expresado por la historia y la novela. La poética de la tierra caliente será al mismo tiempo producto y forma de conciencia de un mundo orquestado por unas faenas sociales concretas, de las atadas a la ribera y a la selva, de las emplazadas en medio de los cultivos, de las adentradas en las profundidades de las minas, de las que surgieron con las aldeas primordiales.El ascenso y la caída de estas faenas sociales, su expansión así como su declive, fueron capturados por esta poética de la tierra caliente en la forma de unas tragedias amorosas, de unos sentimientos sublimes socavados por distintas adversidades, en las que siempre se dibujaba la presencia del indio antiguo. Los sufrimientos del modo de producción colonial irredimibles por cuenta del modo de producción moderno afianzaron la idea de que estos eran naturales del trópico profundo y, como tales, partícipes de las propias idiosincrasias de las gentes. Para esta invención idiosincrática del sufrimiento que culpaba a la naturaleza más que al modo de producción resultó indispensable poner en circulación al indígena en la forma de indio antiguo. Esta es la mímesis segunda del hecho colonial en la mitología nacional.
Los hombres entigrecidos. Tomo V. El río de las tumbas
Authors: Serna Adrián
Published: July 2024

La imagen de la guerra de pacificación resultó determinante no solo para sujetar a los pueblos indígenas caribes sino para la invención del indio antiguo. De un lado, para inventarlo como una entidad belicosa, idólatra y caníbal sobre la cual fue exaltado el conquistador español como una figura heroica portadora de una civilización bondadosa. De otro lado, para inventar al indio antiguo como una figura igualmente heroica que supo enfrentar hasta la muerte a una civilización codiciosa, cruel y expoliadora. No obstante, la relevancia de la figura de la guerra de pacificación que permitió erigir héroes antagónicos solapa, oculta o niega que los pueblos indígenas caribes no sucumbieron en la batalla, sino que fueron sometidos brutalmente durante siglos a las faenas originales del modo de producción colonial, como la boga en el río, el guaqueo en las minas, el trasegar en el cultivo y la dedicación en el trapiche. La invisibilidad de la intemperancia de estas faenas, de las crueldades que introdujeron, de las muertes que provocaron, crearon la imagen de que era la naturaleza en su salvajismo la fuente de los inevitables sufrimientos humanos en la cuenca media del río Magdalena. Esta es la mímesis primera del hecho colonial en la mitología nacional.
El retorno de Dionysos
Authors: Araque Carlos , Fischer-Lichte Erika , Zambrano Florirán
Published: July 2024

Las traducciones tienen gran valor por la forma como transmiten el conocimiento de un idioma a otro. El aporte agregado en esta obra radica en que nos clarifica la esencialidad de las premisas y los ejercicios del maestro Theodoros Terzopoulos, director del grupo Attis Theatre, una de las grandes figuras internacionales de la escena contemporánea. El autor nos brinda una nueva lectura y práctica sobre lo que entendíamos como teatro griego. Terzopoulos, como un creador mítico, despoja la escena antigua de todo lo superfluo, elemental y simple, y nos demuestra con unas bellas reflexiones y ejercicios lo maravilloso, alucinante, ritual y creativo que fue y sigue siendo el teatro.El maestro hace una reinterpretación de los clásicos griegos sacándolos de las salas y los museos y enraizándolos en los anfiteatros o ágoras contemporáneas, que son los lugares ideales para sus puestas en escena. Su propuesta parte de los mitos, sumergiéndose junto con sus actores en ese mundo tribal, mágico y religioso por medio de imágenes oníricas más cercanas a una especie de ópera contemporánea que al teatro clásico convencional. Su viaje está construido por un minimalismo sagrado, por la exploración de mundos secretos, por el rescate de la traición asociada con la religión, por la locura, la ira y la venganza que no nos abandonan como especie, pero sobre todo por la culpabilidad, por la hibris asociada a esa desmesura y arrogancia que nos cuesta abandonar como seres humanos.
Estudios de análisis del movimiento en danza
Authors: Helena Dorys , Rubio Alexander
Published: July 2024

El presente texto es resultado de la primera investigación en danza, desarrollada desde la Facultad de Artes ASAB, procura al ser un proyecto precursor en el país, contribuir a dar soluciones de tipo metodológico y pedagógico en la enseñanza de la danza, reconociendo la pertinencia de cimentar conceptualmente un campo relativamente nuevo en la educación superior. El estudio está enfocado a una técnica de análisis de ejercicios específicos de técnica de ballet y de técnica de danza contemporánea, identificando las fases, lo cual permite determinar, comprender y crear diferentes ejercicios acordes a las particularidades y niveles de cada estudiante, viabilizandola cualificación de los procesos técnicos y disminuyendo así el índice de lesiones. Por consiguiente al tener una mayor claridad de las fases metodológicas para la ejecución de las técnicas se pueden optimizar los procesos de enseñanza–aprendizaje, desarrollar ejercicios específicos y didácticos para la adquisición de los gestos motores dancísticos, dependiendo de nuestra biotipología y condiciones anatómicas.
Differential Prevalence of Depression Symptoms in Obese Versus Non-obese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Authors: Hayat Fasih Ahmad , Shahzad Arish , Eman Urwa , Malik Laraib , Aziz Hadia , Akbar Shamas UI Din , Mustafa Ghulam , Khalid Ifrah
Published: July 2024

Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent chronic endocrine disorder that effects on women ovaries. It is characterized by mental health issues including depression and obesity. Hence the purpose of this particular study was to determine whether depressive symptoms were more common in obese PCOS women or in non-obese women. Methodology: The current study involved a cross-sectional design where the participants were 200 women with PCOS, and they were further divided into the obese and non-obese groups on the bases of their BMI. The depressive symptoms were assessed with the Beck Depression Inventory – II (BDI-II). Raw data were interpreted bio- statistically by applying chi-squared test and logistic regression to determine the association between symptoms of obesity and depression by using a software known as SPSS. Results: The women of obese group with polycystic ovarian syndrome had a mean score of moderate (35.12± 0.01) and severe depressed symptoms than the non-obese PCOS women (22.11± 0.03).  The applications of the logistic regression model revealed that the obesity could be considered to have a statistically significant (P≤0.05) impact on the depression symptoms. Conclusion: Through the research that the study carried out it was discovered that obesity could be causatively related to depression in women with PCOS. These results point to the importance of the proposed features of PCOS as a complex disorder that requires a holistically oriented treatment approach that involves not only physical but also psychological factors.
ENHANCE SKIN CANCER DEEP LEARNING-BASED CATEGORIZATION: A THOROUGH EXAMINATION AND COMPARATIVE STUDY
Authors: Dhanjode Ragini , Dangra Prerna , Chaube Anupam
Published: July 2024

Abstract: One of the most prevalent types of cancer in the world is skin cancer, which includes melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and basal cell carcinoma. While increasing survival rates requires early discovery and treatment, conventional diagnostic techniques frequently have subjectivity and inconsistent results. The purpose of this study is to better understand how deep learning techniques, namely convolutional neural networks (CNNs), might improve the detection of skin cancer. Using the ISIC dataset, eight advanced models—DenseNet121, InceptionV3, ResNet50V2, VGG16, VGG19, InceptionResNetV2, Xception, and CNN—were trained and verified to categorize different types of skin lesions. The outcomes highlight the superior accuracy that models like as Xception and InceptionV3 can accomplish, highlighting their potential for accurate and timely detection. This investigation assesses how well different deep learning models diagnose different skin diseases. Models like Densenet121, InceptionV3, and VGG16 are compared based on metrics like accuracy, recall, precision, and F1-score. When it comes to multi-classification, InceptionResNetV2 and VGG16 stand out as the best performers with 0.9547 accuracy, while Custom CNN performs the worst with 0.8040. A thorough comparison of the accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score performance indicators identifies the unique advantages and disadvantages of each model. This study demonstrates how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing medical imaging by offering a reliable, unbiased, and highly accurate method for detecting skin cancer. The integration of deep learning models into clinical practice is made possible by these discoveries, which might enhance patient outcomes and diagnostic accuracy in dermatology. IndexTerms – Python, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Skin Cancer, Deep Learning Algorithms, Medical Imaging, Neural Network Models.
An Online Assessment : Survey Panel
Authors: Bhude Sarthak Raghunath
Published: July 2024

Abstract : The Electronic Test System (ETS) is crafted to streamline the assessment process, allowing examiners to effortlessly create and administer exams. Examiners can incorporate a variety of question types, including multiple-choice and open-ended text responses. The system utilizes advanced techniques to automate the evaluation of assessments, drawing from a database of questions curated by administrators. The ETS boasts intelligent capabilities for evaluating written responses, recognizing not only exact matches but also synonymous terms within the answers. Additionally, the system offers a manual override feature, enabling examiners to manually review and adjust exam results when necessary. With a user-friendly interface, the ETS accommodates examiners, candidates, and super administrators. Users can assume roles as either examiners or candidates. Upon logging in, candidates can view and complete their scheduled assessments from any location with internet access, removing the need for traditional tools like pen and paper. The ETS aims to provide a comprehensive and efficient assessment solution. This fully automated system saves time, delivers quick and accurate results, and allows candidates the flexibility to complete exams conveniently from any location. Keywords: Assessment, Evaluator, Participant, Administrator, Manual Review, Automated Evaluation System
Telwind Web application with power to track orders placed by customers
Authors: Dhawas Vaishnavi
Published: July 2024

Abstract : In the context of e-commerce, modules refer to various components or features that contribute to the functioning and success of an online store. Depending on the type of your company and your objectives, the significance of particular modules may differ. Nonetheless, the following essential e-commerce modules are often regarded crucial. The complete order lifecycle is managed by this module, including order placing, fulfillment, and tracking. Order processing, invoicing, order status updates, and interaction with shipping companies are some of its capabilities.To provide customers the greatest possible purchasing experience, modern e-commerce companies need a feature-rich collection of components. More flexibility is available when each functional area is divided into its own module.
G.I.S. SEARCH ENGINE
Authors: Kuhite Mrunali
Published: July 2024

Abstract– This paper presents the development of a Geographic Information System (GIS) search engine leveraging Django, OpenLayers, MySQL, and GDAL. The application enables users to perform spatial searches and visualize geographic data interactively. This research details the system architecture, implementation process, and evaluation of performance and usability. The scope of the project encompasses the development of advanced tools for data integration, real-time processing, visualization, and the dissemination of insights derived from multiple satellite sources. By providing an infrastructure that supports the seamless flow and interpretation of satellite data, SDIS aims to enhance decision-making processes and foster innovative applications across different sectors. Keywords: GIS, Search Engine, QGIS, Spatial data, OpenLayers, GDAL
MODERNIZING COLLEGE VOTING SYSTEM
Authors: Kanekar Rashami Raibhan
Published: July 2024

Abstract — In the modern era, the integration of technology into various aspects of our lives has become indispensable. One such area is the electoral process within academic institutions. The College Voting System is a digital platform specifically designed to manage and facilitate elections in colleges and universities. This system aims to replace traditional voting methods, which often involve paper ballots, manual counting, and physical polling stations, with a more efficient, secure, and accessible solution. The College Voting System is a digital platform designed to facilitate the electoral process within a college or university setting. This system aims to streamline the process of voting, making it more efficient, secure, and accessible for students, faculty, and administrative staff. By leveraging modern technology, the College Voting System reduces the need for paper ballots, manual counting, and physical polling stations, thus saving time and resources while ensuring the integrity of the election. This application provides an easy and simple way to both administrator and voters in the collect election process. In this application, voters can give their votes to college from anywhere and at any time Index Terms – Voting, SQL,Web-Based Application,Voting System,Authentication, college election.
FROM STAMPS TO STICKERS: THE EVOLUTION OF CHILDREN’S COLLECTIONS IN THE DIGITAL
Authors: Ratna Mansi
Published: July 2024

Abstract : The growth of online shopping has created new opportunities for selling children’s products. This research paper explores the creation of an e-commerce website specifically for kids’ collections. The goal is to design a site that is fun, safe, and easy to use for both children and their parents. By focusing on kid-friendly design, useful shopping features, and strong security, this study addresses the unique needs of this market.The research method involves gathering user requirements through surveys and focus groups, followed by a step-by-step design and development process. The website is built using popular web technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React. The site’s structure is carefully planned to ensure ease of use and efficiency.Special attention is given to user experience and interface design, using bright colors, simple navigation, and interactive elements to keep children engaged. Key features of the site include clear product listings, an easy-to-use shopping cart, a simple checkout process, and tools for parents to monitor their children’s activities.Security and privacy are prioritized to protect children’s data. The website is tested with real users to ensure it is easy to use and works well on different devices. Regular security checks are conducted to keep the site safe. Index term : HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React, ,Deep learning , Machine learning, python, Django.
EMOTION BASED MUSIC RECOMMEDENTION SYSTEM
Authors: BHIVGADE PRANAY R
Published: July 2024

Abstract: Emotion-based music recommendation is a challenging task that has attracted significant research attention in recent years. This paper proposes a novel approach to emotion-based music recommendation using Support Vector Machines (SVMs). Our approach uses images as inputs instead of pronouns to capture the emotional state of the user more accurately. We collected a dataset of images associated with different emotional states and extracted features using Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs). Then, we trained an SVM model to predict the emotional state of the user based on the input image. Finally, we used the output of the SVM model to recommend music tracks that are most suitable for the user’s emotional state. Our experiments on a large dataset show that our approach outperforms existing methods in terms of accuracy and user satisfaction. The proposed approach provides a promising direction for emotion-based music recommendation systems that can enhance the user experience by providing personalized music recommendations based on their emotional state. Keywords- Emotion Detection, Face Recognition, Music API.
OrderEats Food Ordering Website
Authors: KOTANGLE SPANDHAN
Published: July 2024

Abstract- The purpose of Online Food Ordering System is to automate the existing manual system by the help of computerized equipment’s and full-fledged computer software, fulfilling their requirements, so that their valuable data/information can be stored for a longer period with easy accessing and manipulation of the same. The required software and hardware are easily available and easy to work with. The Online Food Ordering System’s main purpose is to maintain track of information such as ItemCategory, Food, Delivery Address, Order, and Shopping Cart. It keeps track of information aboutthe Item Category, the Customer, the Shopping Cart, and the Item Category. Only the administrator gets access to the project because it is totally built at the administrative level. The project’s purpose is to develop software that will cut down on the time spent manually managing Item Category, Food, Customer, and Delivery Address. It saves the Delivery Address, Order, and Shopping Cart information. Keywords: Online food delivery, Mobile applications, Culinary industry, Consumer behavior, Technology, Dining experiences.
Kepastian Hukum bagi Kreditur di dalam Eksekusi Fidusia Pasca Putusan Mahkamah Konstitusi No.18/PUU-XVII/2019
Authors: Kurniawan Mulyono
Published: July 2024

Penelitian hukum ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji kepastian hukum terkait Putusan Mahkamah Konstitusi No.18/PUU-XVII/2019 yang berdampak pada ketidakseimbangan norma hukum dalam perjanjian fidusia, khususnya dalam konteks eksekusi fidusia. Putusan tersebut mengharuskan kreditur untuk melalui proses pengadilan jika debitur tidak sepakat terkait wanprestasi atau enggan menyerahkan jaminan fidusia.. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Putusan Mahkamah Konstitusi No.18/PUU-XVII/2019 mengubah sifat jaminan fidusia dari jaminan khusus yang mudah dieksekusi menjadi jaminan umum tanpa kemampuan eksekusi langsung (parate eksekusi). Hal ini menciptakan ketidakpastian hukum bagi kreditur dalam pelaksanaan eksekusi fidusia. Oleh karena itu, disimpulkan bahwa Putusan tersebut menciptakan kekaburan norma. Sebagai solusi, diperlukan perubahan pada Undang-Undang Jaminan Fidusia dan penetapan prosedur eksekusi fidusia yang jelas, transparan, cepat, mudah, pasti, efisien, dan biaya murah. Selain itu, diperlukan penguatan kewenangan Pengadilan dan harmonisasi UU Jaminan Fidusia di Indonesia dengan sistem hukum lainnya.
Perampasan Aset dalam Penyelidikan Kasus Korupsi: Tantangan dan Peluang dalam Hukum Indonesia
Authors: Syaifudin Lalu
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji fenomena perampasan aset dalam konteks penyelidikan kasus korupsi di Indonesia, dengan fokus pada analisis hukum berdasarkan Undang-Undang No. 31 Tahun 1999 tentang Pemberantasan Tindak Pidana Korupsi dan perubahannya, serta UU No. 16 Tahun 2004 dan perubahannya. Menggunakan metode penelitian normatif, penelitian ini menelaah ketentuan hukum yang terkait, interpretasi, dan implementasi perampasan aset pada tahap penyelidikan, serta mengevaluasi implikasinya dalam konteks efektivitas hukum, kemanfaatan, dan transparansi. Studi ini juga membahas tantangan yang dihadapi dalam proses perampasan aset, termasuk pertimbangan biaya, efisiensi, dan dampak terhadap stabilitas pemerintahan dan pelayanan masyarakat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa meskipun perampasan aset memiliki potensi signifikan dalam mencegah kerugian negara, terdapat isu-isu kompleks terkait kemanfaatan dan efisiensi yang perlu ditangani. Penelitian ini memberikan rekomendasi untuk perbaikan kebijakan dan praktik hukum dalam rangka meningkatkan efektivitas perampasan aset sebagai alat pemberantasan korupsi, sekaligus memastikan adanya keseimbangan antara kebutuhan penegakan hukum dan hak-hak asasi manusia.
PELATIHAN CANVA DAN MICROSOFT WORD UNTUK SISWA - SISWI SDN SEMOLOWARU 1 SURABAYA
Authors: Hananto Valentinus Roby , Prayana Abimanyu , Morasa Joseph Natanael , Agustin Heppy Putri , Kurniawan Sandyka Dwi , Syahhansyah M. Ziyan Fachrun
Published: July 2024

Pada era global saat ini peran teknologi sangat dominan dalam pendidikan. Pendidik dan peserta didik membutuhkan teknologi atau platform yang mendukung kegiatan pembelajaran di kelas, agar kelas tetap menjadi tidak bosan atau menyenangkan dan produktif. Salah satu platform yang bisa menjawab tantangan tersebut adalah Software Microsoft Office dan Aplikasi Canva. Tujuan diberikan solusi yang dibutuhkan adalah dimana Microsoft Office dapat membantu dalam penugasan yang harus menggunakan file dan Canva mempunyai salah satu layanan atau program khusus yang dirancang untuk pendidikan, yakni Canva for Education. Layanan ini didesain untuk pendidik dan peserta didik agar tetap mendapatkan pengalaman pembelajaran yang kreatif, inovatif, kolaboratif dan menyenangkan. Pendekatan ini dapat menafsirkan, menciptakan suatu karya untuk meningkatkan imajinasi terutama di SDN Semolowaru 1 Surabaya ini. Dengan menggunakan metode seminar atau pelatihan langsung dengan materi kolaborasi antara office dan canva dapat meningkatkan keinginan untuk semakin berkreatif dan berkarya di bidang teknologi.
Criminal Liability for Defendants Who Commit Crimes in the Field of Medical Practice
Authors: Firdaus Firdaus , Tiara Dora , Viana Wira Okta
Published: July 2024

Physicians and dentists knowingly practising medicine without a practice license are subject to penalties under Article 76 of Law Number 29 of 2004 concerning Medical Practice. These penalties can include up to three years in prison or a fine of up to IDR 100,000,000..00 (one hundred million rupiah). The defendant, Putri Regita Yuniar, was referred to as Putri Binti, the late Edward Sebastian, in Decision Number 598/Pid.Sus/2022/PN.Pdg. The problem is formulated as follows: First, based on Decision Number 598/Pid.Sus/2022/PN.Pdg, what factors does the court consider when rendering a criminal decision for offences in the medical practice area? Second, according to Decision Number 598/Pid.Sus/2022/PN.Pdg, what is the criminal liability of defendants who commit offences in the medical practice area? This research's specifications are descriptive. This thesis was written using a normative juridical method. This study exclusively employed secondary data sources. The collected data was given descriptively after undergoing qualitative analysis. The following conclusions can be drawn from the research and discussion: first, the judge's factors when rendering a criminal decision for criminal acts in the medical practice area are classified as non-juridical factors, which include the defendant's aggravating and mitigating circumstances, and juridical factors, which are based on information presented during the trial, including the public prosecutor's indictment, witness statements, and the defendant's statements. Second, the defendant Putri Regita Yuniar, also known as Putri Binti, the late Edward Sebastian, was condemned by Law Number 29 of 2004 concerning Medical Practice, Article 78 in connection with Article 73 paragraph (2).
Development of Village Industry Through an Integrated Information System in Nagari Simarasok, Baso Agam District
Authors: Abbas Ardi , Alfitri Alfitri , Indraddin Indraddin
Published: July 2024

The problems of Simarasok UMKM were identified: (1). The products have not been maximized due to marketing weaknesses, capital, and the purchasing power of woven/songket products tends to decrease, (2). Embroidery UMKM are part-time livelihoods for unmarried women and housewives, (3). There is no group of innovative skilled workers, (4). Marketing strategies are more on personal relationships, close proximity and less online sales, (5). Product quality/quantity can be improved, but constrained by external internal factors. The research used qualitative techniques and descriptive analysis; informants were collected by purposive sampling. Data findings, there are specialties of UMKM: 1). The embroidery industry has developed and is carried out by almost half of the female population, 2). Sugarcane and tobacco processing industry, conducted by men. There is a difference between the type of industry and the gender of the actors, which is not interchangeable. 3). Based on scale, the industries are small. Interestingly, UMKM development is carried out through an integrated information system. Although located in rural areas, Nagari Simarasok has utilized spatial technology as an integrated information system in mapping the condition of its UMKM. In this Nagari, a complete map with specifications such as maps of industrial asset ownership, maps of agricultural land potential, maps of economic potential and maps of natural resource potential can be accessed. With the completeness of the map, access to buyers, consumers and or other parties can more easily access it.  This Nagari breakthrough has not even existed in urban villages in the city center.
ANALISIS PERSEPSI NASABAH PADA PRODUK TABUNGAN BAROKAH (BPRS BHAKTI SUMEKAR CABANG PRAGAAN)
Authors: Argantara Zaid Raya , Azizah Nur
Published: July 2024

Produk penghimpunan dana yang ditawarkan oleh BPRS Bhakti Sumekar banyak menarik minat nasabah adalah tabungan barokah. Produk tabungan barokah memposisikan dirinya di benak nasabah sebagai tabungan yang bebas biaya. Selain pembukaan awal rekening yang murah dan bebas biaya administrasi. Produk tabungan barokah juga disediakan berbagai fasilitas, meskipun sudah disediakan fasilitas yang memudahkan nasabah tetapi nasabah belum memahami terkait fasilitasini, termasuk sifat (akad) dan prosedur yang digunakan di dalam produk tabungan barokah. Maka hal tersebut bertentangan dengan ketentuan syarat dalam melakukan akad antar keduabelah pihak. Karena praktik yang dilakukan BPRS Bhakti Sumekar Cabang Pragaantidaksesuaidenganteori dan haliniberakibatkepadanasabah yang tidak memiliki tingkat pemahaman yang baik terhadap produk tabungan barokah. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis field research. Sumber data diperoleh melalui wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi. Informanpenelitianini para nasabah yang menggunakan tabungan barokah. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa persepsi nasabah pada tabunganbarokah BPRS Bhakti Sumekar Cabang Pragaansudahcukupbagus, semua responden sudah mengetahui akad dari tabungan barokah dan prosedur yang dijalankan BPRS Bhakti Sumekar cabang Pragaan sudah sesuai prinsip syariah. Nasabah yang tidak mengetahui nama produk tabungan barokahdisebabkan karena adanya faktor-faktor yang melandasi pemanaham nasabah tabungan barokah, faktor-faktor tersebut ialah: faktor dalam diri, faktor situasi dan faktor kebutuhan. Sedangkan dari pelayanan nasabah tidak ada komplain karena pelayanan yang diberikan pihak bank sudah cukup maksimal.
The Significance of Team Dynamics in Students’ Entrepreneurial Decision-Making
Authors: Duong Phuong Quynh ,   Chair in Small Business & Entrepreneurship (LEMEX), University of Bremen, Germany
Published: July 2024

Purpose: The paper seeks to explore how team dynamics influence students’ decisions to either pursue or abandon a business idea following their participation in an experiential entrepreneurship course. Design/Methodology: The paper employs an inductive, qualitative approach to examine the team dynamics by exploring students’ thought processes and actions regarding entrepreneurial activities as a socially situated phenomenon. 20 semi-structured interviews, observation and secondary data serve as data base, following the Gioia method for data analysis. Findings: Findings show that team dynamics have proven to be the most relevant factor for students’ decision on whether to continue with an entrepreneurial project or not. Among various factors, reasons are rooted in the team membership decreasing uncertainty, students’ decision dependencies on team members and the increased importance placed on the team relative to the idea. Research Limitations/Implications: The study concentrates on team-related aspects in students’ decision- making. While the factors have been examined in the study, other determinants may contribute to students’ decisions which are outside the scope of the study. The study offers a set of causalities that offer a nuanced understanding of team dynamics and decision-making processes over an extended post-course timeframe. Originality/Value: The study contributes to the current literature by unraveling the intricate relationship between team dynamics and entrepreneurial decision-making. It offers a nuanced perspective on the understanding of how collaborative contexts shape students’ willingness to pursue projects beyond the entrepreneurship classroom.
TMT’s Impact on Company Performance: Unraveling the Role of Strategic HRM Choices
Authors: Majowska Magdalena ,   University of Economics in Katowice, Poland
Published: July 2024

Purpose: The article explores the intricate relationship between top management teams (TMTs), strategic HRM, and company performance. It investigates whether TMT attributes influence strategic HRM choices, ultimately contributing to improved company performance. The study introduces mediation models to unravel how two TMT strategic HRM choices mediate the relationship between TMT attributes and company performance. Design/Methodology/Approach: Conducting a nationwide study involving 150 Polish companies, the research collected data through surveys with 150 HR managers and 150 top managers. Statistical methods, including descriptive statistics, correlations, and regression analysis, were employed in the analytical framework to explore the hypothesized relationships. Findings: The study uncovers a positive correlation between TMT attributes and company performance. It identifies TMT emphasis on SHRM and curatorship of HR as pivotal mediators, showing that larger, diverse TMTs are inclined to prioritize gaining a competitive advantage through human resources, and address vulnerability challenges, positively impacting overall company performance. Research Limitations/Implications: Acknowledging limitations in the oversight of organizational processes, particularly translating top managers’ choices into company performance, the article highlights the need for further validation of the curatorship of HR measurement tools, and suggests incorporating objective financial data for comprehensive performance assessments in future research. Originality and Value: The study contributes valuable insights into the complex dynamics impacting company performance, examining key TMT attributes, and introducing the concept of “curatorship of human resources”. The novel perspective, alongside TMT emphasis on SHRM, proves pivotal in positively influencing overall performance, filling a significant gap in HRM literature.
Research progress of integrated quantum light sources with orbital angular momentum
Authors: Chen Bo , Liu Jin , Li Jun-Tao , Wang Xue-Hua ,   State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies, School of Physics, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510275, China
Published: July 2024

Quantum light sources are one of key devices for quantum information processing, and they are also the important foundation for applications such as in quantum computing, quantum communication, and quantum simulation. Improving the capacity of quantum information coding by using the quantum light source is a major challenge in the development of quantum information technology. Photons with a helical phase front can carry a discrete, unlimited but quantized amount of orbital angular momentum (OAM). The infinite number of states with different OAMs can greatly increase the capacity of optical communication and information processing in quantum regimes. To date photons carrying OAM have mainly been generated by using bulk crystals, which limits the efficiency and the scalability of the source. With the advancement of quantum photonic technology, many significant quantum photonic devices can now be realized on integrated chips. However, creating high-dimensional OAM quantum states at a micro-nano scale is still a challenge. And the research of harnessing high-dimensional OAM mode by using integrated quantum photonic technologies is still in its infancy. Here, the authors review the recent progress and discuss the integrated quantum light sources with OAM. The authors introduce the research progress of using OAM for both single photons and entangled photons and emphasize the exciting work on pushing boundaries in high-dimensional quantum states. This may pave the way for the research and practical applications of high-dimensional quantum light sources.
Salmonella-induced SIRT1 and SIRT3 are crucial for maintaining the metabolic switch in bacteria and host for successful pathogenesis
Authors: Hajra Dipasree , Rajmani Raju S , Chaudhary Ayushi Devendrasingh , Gupta Shashi Kumar , Chakravortty Dipshikha
Published: July 2024

Sirtuins are the major players in host immuno-metabolic regulation. However, the role of sirtuins in the modulation of the immune metabolism pertaining to Salmonellosis is largely unknown. Here, our investigation focussed on the role of two important sirtuins, SIRT1 and SIRT3, shedding light on their impact on intracellular
Salmonella
’s metabolic switch and pathogenesis establishment. Our study indicated the ability of the live
Salmonella
Typhimurium to differentially regulate the levels of SIRT1 and SIRT3 for maintaining the high glycolytic metabolism and low fatty acid metabolism in
Salmonella
. Perturbing SIRT1 or SIRT3 through knockdown or inhibition, resulted in a remarkable shift in the host metabolism to low fatty acid oxidation and high glycolysis. This switch led to decreased proliferation of
Salmonella
in the macrophages. Further,
Salmonella
-induced higher levels of SIRT1 and SIRT3 led to a skewed polarization state of the macrophages from a pro-inflammatory M1 state toward an immunosuppressive M2 making it more conducive for the intracellular life of
Salmonella
. Alongside, governing immunological functions by modulating p65 NF-κB acetylation, SIRT1, and SIRT3 also skew
Salmonella-
induced host metabolic switch by regulating the acetylation status of HIF-1α and PDHA1. Interestingly, though knock-down of SIRT1/3 attenuated
Salmonella
proliferation in macrophages, in
in vivo
mice-model of infection, inhibition or knockdown of SIRT1/3 led to more dissemination and higher organ burden which can be attributed to enhanced ROS and IL-6 production. Our study hence reports for the first time that
Salmonella
modulates SIRT1/3 levels to maintain its own metabolism for successful pathogenesis.
Disentangling the relationship between cancer mortality and COVID-19 in the US
Authors: Hansen Chelsea L , Viboud Cécile , Simonsen Lone
Published: July 2024

Several countries have reported that deaths with a primary code of cancer did not rise during COVID-19 pandemic waves compared to baseline pre-pandemic levels. This is in apparent conflict with findings from cohort studies where cancer has been identified as a risk factor for COVID-19 mortality. Here we further elucidate the relationship between cancer mortality and COVID-19 on a population level in the US by testing the impact of death certificate coding changes during the pandemic and leveraging heterogeneity in pandemic intensity across US states. We computed excess mortality from weekly deaths during 2014-2020 nationally and for three states with distinct COVID-19 wave timing (NY, TX, and CA). We compared pandemic-related mortality patterns from underlying and multiple cause (MC) death data for six types of cancer and compared to that seen for chronic conditions such as diabetes and Alzheimer’s. Any death certificate coding changes should be eliminated by study of MC data.Nationally in 2020, we found only modest excess MC cancer mortality (∼13,600 deaths), representing a 3% elevation over baseline level. Mortality elevation was measurably higher for less deadly cancers (breast, colorectal, and hematologic, 2-7%) than cancers with a poor 5-year survival (lung and pancreatic, 0-1%). In comparison, there was substantial elevation in MC deaths from diabetes (37%) and Alzheimer’s (19%). Homing in on the intense spring 2020 COVID-19 wave in NY, mortality elevation was 1-16% for different types of cancer and 128% and 49% for diabetes and Alzheimer’s, respectively. To investigate the peculiar absence of excess mortality on deadly cancers, we implemented a demographic model and simulated the expected covid-related mortality using COVID-19 attack rates, life expectancy, population size and mean age for each chronic condition. This model indicates that these factors largely explain the considerable differences in observed excess mortality between these chronic conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic, even if cancer had increased the relative risk of mortality by a factor of 2 or 5.In conclusion, we found limited elevation in cancer mortality during COVID-19 waves, even after considering MC mortality, and this was especially pronounced for the deadliest cancers. Our demographic model predicted low expected excess mortality in populations living with certain types of cancer, even if cancer is a risk factor for COVID-19 fatality, due to competing mortality risk. We also find a moderate increase in excess mortality from hematological cancers, aligned with other types of observational studies. While our study concentrates on the immediate consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on cancer mortality in 2020, further research should consider excess mortality in the complete pandemic period. Also, a study of the delayed impact of the pandemic on cancer mortality due to delayed diagnosis and treatment during the pandemic period is warranted.
Dimer-monomer transition defines a novel hyper-thermostable peptidoglycan hydrolase mined from bacterial proteome
Authors: Zhang Li , Hu Fen , Zhao Zirong , Li Xinfeng , Zhong Mingyue , He Jiajun , Yao Fangfang , Zhang Xiaomei , Mao Yuxuan , Wei Hongping , He Jin , Yang Hang
Published: July 2024

Phage-derived peptidoglycan hydrolases (i.e., lysins) are considered a promising alternative to traditional antibiotics due to their low risks of resistance and unique mechanisms of action. However, the discovery of these enzymes is often hampered by limited source of available phage genomes. Herein, we report a new strategy to mine novel peptidoglycan hydrolases from bacterial proteomes by lysin-derived antimicrobial peptide-primed screening. As a proof-of-concept, five novel
p
eptidoglycan
h
ydrolases from the

A
cinetobacter
b
aumannii

proteome (PHAb7-PHAb11) were identified using PlyF307 lysin-derived peptide as a template. PHAb10 and PHAb11 showed potent bactericidal activity against a variety of pathogens even after treatment at 100°C for 1 hour, while the other three were thermosensitive. We solved the crystal structures of PHAb8, PHAb10, and PHAb11 and unveiled that hyper-thermostable PHAb10 underwent a unique folding-refolding thermodynamic scheme mediated by the dimer-monomer transition, while thermosensitive PHAb8 formed a monomer. Two mouse models of bacterial infection further demonstrated the safety and efficacy of PHAb10. Altogether, our antimicrobial peptide-primed strategy provides new clues for the discovery of novel antimicrobial drugs with therapeutic promise.
Altering the redox status of Chlamydia trachomatis directly impacts its developmental cycle progression
Authors: Singh Vandana , Ouellette Scot P
Published: July 2024

Chlamydia trachomatis
is an obligate intracellular bacterial pathogen with a unique developmental cycle. It differentiates between two functional and morphological forms: elementary body (EB) and reticulate body (RB). The signals that trigger differentiation from one form to the other are unknown. EBs and RBs have distinctive characteristics that distinguish them, including their size, infectivity, proteome, and transcriptome. Intriguingly, they also differ in their overall redox status as EBs are oxidized and RBs are reduced. We hypothesize that alterations in redox may serve as a trigger for secondary differentiation. To test this, we examined the function of the primary antioxidant enzyme alkyl hydroperoxide reductase subunit C (AhpC), a well-known member of the peroxiredoxins family, in chlamydial growth and development. Based on our hypothesis, we predicted that altering the expression of
ahpC
will modulate chlamydial redox status and trigger earlier or delayed secondary differentiation. To test this, we created
ahpC
overexpression and knockdown strains. During
ahpC
knockdown, ROS levels were elevated, and the bacteria were sensitive to a broad set of peroxide stresses. Interestingly, we observed increased expression of EB-associated genes and concurrent higher production of EBs at an earlier time in the developmental cycle, indicating earlier secondary differentiation occurs under elevated oxidation conditions. In contrast, overexpression of AhpC created a resistant phenotype against oxidizing agents and delayed secondary differentiation. Together, these results indicate that redox potential is a critical factor in developmental cycle progression. For the first time, our study provides a mechanism of chlamydial secondary differentiation dependent on redox status.
Cortical tracking of hierarchical rhythms orchestrates the multisensory processing of biological motion
Authors: Shen Li , Li Shuo , Tian Yuhao , Wang Ying , Jiang Yi
Published: July 2024

When observing others’ behaviors, we continuously integrate their movements with the corresponding sounds to enhance perception and develop adaptive responses. However, how the human brain integrates these complex audiovisual cues based on their natural temporal correspondence remains unclear. Using electroencephalogram (EEG), we demonstrated that rhythmic cortical activity tracked the hierarchical rhythmic structures in audiovisually congruent human walking movements and footstep sounds. Remarkably, the cortical tracking effects exhibit distinct multisensory integration modes at two temporal scales: an additive mode in a lower-order, narrower temporal integration window (step cycle) and a super-additive enhancement in a higher-order, broader temporal window (gait cycle). Furthermore, while neural responses at the lower-order timescale reflect a domain-general audiovisual integration process, cortical tracking at the higher-order timescale is exclusively engaged in the integration of biological motion cues. In addition, only this higher-order, domain-specific cortical tracking effect correlates with individuals’ autistic traits, highlighting its potential as a neural marker for autism spectrum disorder. These findings unveil the multifaceted mechanism whereby rhythmic cortical activity supports the multisensory integration of human motion, shedding light on how neural coding of hierarchical temporal structures orchestrates the processing of complex, natural stimuli across multiple timescales.
Beyond A and B Compartments: how major nuclear locales define nuclear genome organization and function
Authors: Gholamalamdari Omid , van Schaik Tom , Wang Yuchuan , Kumar Pradeep , Zhang Liguo , Zhang Yang , Gonzalez Gabriela A Hernandez , Vouzas Athanasios E , Zhao Peiyao A , Gilbert David M , Ma Jian , van Steensel Bas , Belmont Andrew S
Published: July 2024

Models of nuclear genome organization often propose a binary division into active versus inactive compartments yet typically overlook nuclear bodies. Here we integrated analysis of sequencing and image-based data to compare genome organization in four human cell types relative to three different nuclear locales: the nuclear lamina, nuclear speckles, and nucleoli. Whereas gene expression correlates mostly with nuclear speckle proximity, DNA replication timing correlates with proximity to multiple nuclear locales. Speckle attachment regions emerge as DNA replication initiation zones whose replication timing and gene composition vary with their attachment frequency. Most facultative LADs retain a partially repressed state as iLADs, despite their positioning in the nuclear interior. Knock out of two lamina proteins, Lamin A and LBR, causes a shift of H3K9me3-enriched LADs from lamina to nucleolus, and a reciprocal relocation of H3K27me3-enriched partially repressed iLADs from nucleolus to lamina. Thus, these partially repressed iLADs appear to compete with LADs for nuclear lamina attachment with consequences for replication timing. The nuclear organization in adherent cells is polarized with nuclear bodies and genomic regions segregating both radially and relative to the equatorial plane. Together, our results underscore the importance of considering genome organization relative to nuclear locales for a more complete understanding of the spatial and functional organization of the human genome.