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Analysis of Malaysian Competition Law and Policies in the E-Commerce Platforms Market
Authors: Lee Cynthia Mei Fei , Ong Tze Chin
Published: January 2024

The current competition law framework in Malaysia is found in the Competition Act 2010 and Competition Commission Act 2010, supplemented by various Malaysia Competition Commission Guidelines. An analysis of the e-commerce platforms market would demonstrate the creation of complex conglomerate ecosystems surrounding a few incumbent platforms that are resistant to conventional monocentric competition laws and policies focusing on price. Consumer complaints suggest the presence of unfair, exclusionary, and exploitative practices that affect various parties in the multi-sided e-commerce platforms that depend on the platform's infrastructure. This research seeks to identify the e-commerce platforms market ecosystem in Malaysia and analyse the regulatory framework governing market competition and safeguarding consumer protection in the e-commerce platforms market in Malaysia with references to notable competition cases and trending consumer complaints. Crucially, it aims to compare the Malaysian competition laws and policies against the Digital Markets Act and the Digital Services Act of the European Union in the context of the digital market, and employs doctrinal research, wherein the primary data is obtained through systematic content analysis of relevant reports and articles. Malaysian competition laws and policies have potential weaknesses that can be strengthened to safeguard consumer protection in the e-commerce platforms market.

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The Writers’ Workshop Impact to the Writing of English Foreign Language (EFL) Learner in Indonesia
Authors: Masrul Masrul , Rasyidah Ummi
Published: January 2024

The research delved into assessing the impact of the Writers' Workshop approach on the English writing proficiency of students exhibiting diverse writing abilities. The Writers' Workshop is an instructional method that prioritizes cultivating students' writing skills through a sequence of imaginative and reflective activities. Within this approach, students are empowered to become active writers, granted the freedom to explore their ideas, craft their own manuscripts, and engage in collaborative efforts with their peers. In Riau, Indonesia, thirty-five students (19 females and 16 males) participated in English writing instruction grounded in the Writers' Workshop framework. This intervention occurred once a week for a continuous sixteen-week period. As part of the evaluation, students were tasked with composing an opinion essay as both a pre-test and post-test to gauge their writing proficiency. Notably, there was a significant improvement in the writing results across all groups, each displaying distinctive outcomes. The advanced group exhibited more pronounced benefits compared to the intermediate and novice groups, evident in the content of their essays. This disparity underscores the effectiveness of the Writers' Workshop approach, particularly in catering to varying skill levels. The positive strides observed in the students' writing abilities signify the potential of this method to foster holistic development in English writing skills, emphasizing the importance of tailored approaches in heterogeneous learning environments.
Saudi Undergraduate EFL Learners' Listening Strategies
Authors: Al-shehri Yasmeen , Alhamami Munassir
Published: January 2024

Listening comprehension is a critical skill for English as a foreign language (EFL) learners, and it is particularly challenging for Saudi EFL learners due to the differences between Arabic and English phonology. This study investigated the listening strategies used by EFL learners. The Listening Comprehension Strategy Inventory (LCSI) was administered to 73 Saudi EFL learners in a Saudi public university. The survey was divided into three sections: metacognitive, cognitive, and socio-affective strategies. The results showed that the most commonly used listening strategies in each category were: Metacognitive strategies: using prior knowledge and experience to help understand, predicting what will be said, and checking understanding. Cognitive strategies: focusing on key words, repeating words to become familiar with sounds, and using context clues; and Socio-affective strategies: developing a positive attitude towards listening, and believing that it is possible to understand what will be heard. comparing the results of the three constructs show that participants had the highest mean scores for cognitive strategies, followed by metacognitive strategies, and then socio-affective strategies. The results suggest that Saudi EFL learners use a variety of listening strategies. This study contributes to the field by providing new insights into the listening strategies used by Saudi EFL learners.
RETRACTED: Geometric Parameter Optimization of Switched Reluctance Machines for Renewable Energy Applications using Finite Element Analysis
Authors: Mahmoud Imed , Khedher Adel
Published: January 2024

PAPER RETRACTED April 26, 2024, by the general editor of Periodica Polytechnica, because of plagiarism. Plagiarized paper: Touati, Z., Araújo, R. E., Mahmoud, I., Khedher, A. "Analysis of Skewing Effects on Radial Force for Different Topologies of Switched Reluctance machines: 6/4 SRM, 8/6 SRM, and 12/8 SRM", U.Porto Journal of Engineering, 9(1), pp. 55–71, 2023. https://doi.org/10.24840/2183-6493_009-001_001134
Comparative in-vitro evaluation of ebastine tablets (10 mg) available in bangladesh
Authors: Mimmi Syeda Fahria Hoque , Rahman Saqib , Areefin Prethula , Mostaid Md Shaki , Siddique Md Ayman , Haque Md Aminul
Published: January 2024

Background: The symptoms of allergic responses, such as hay fever or urticaria, can be relieved with the use of ebastine, an efficient anti-allergic medication.

Objective & Method: This study’s primary objective was to assess and contrast various quality control parameters, such as weight variation, % friability, hardness, disintegration time, dissolution profile, and potency, of the twelve different brands of Ebastine tablets that were readily available in Bangladesh in accordance with compendia procedures. It’s interesting to note that, according to various official requirements, all of the quality parameters indicated above were within acceptable bounds.

Conclusion: Therefore, doctors can advise patients to use any of the Ebastine brands that are sold in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 47-53
Evaluation of Chrisofix® Chest Orthosis Application in Patients with Traumatic Rib Fractures
Authors: Işıklı Ayşe Gökce , Yanık Fazlı , Karamustafaoğlu Yekta Altemur , Yörük Yener
Published: January 2024

Background: The Chrisofix® Chest Orthosis is an effective and easy to use device for the treatment of rib fractures. It is used as a supportive treatment to reduce the pain levels and complication risks of the patients.

Methods: Patients hospitalized with the diagnosis of rib fractures in the Thoracic Surgery Service of a university hospital were retrospectively scanned in an online computer program between October 2018 and October 2021. The study sample consisted of patients with the treatment (30) and control (30) groups.

Results: Visual Analog Scale and incidence of atelectasis of the patients in the experimental group (The Chrisofix® Chest Orthosis) is statistically significantly lower than the control group (P < 0.05). In both the experimental and control groups, no statistically significant difference was found between the variables of patient’s demographic and clinical characteristics (p > 0.05).

Conclusions: In the study, with the use of The Chrisofix® Chest Orthosis, a significant decrease was observed in the Visual Analog Scale and the incidence of atelectasis.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 83-88
Determination of cytokines for assessment of inflammatory status at genital endometriosis
Authors: Appazova Leila , Akhmaltdinova Lyudmila , Turdybekova Yasminur , Kopobayeva Irina , Amirbekova Zhanna
Published: January 2024

Objective: The Aim of the research was to study the profile of serum cytokines in patients with genital endometriosis, as well as to evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of any single cytokine or combination of cytokines in predicting the inflammatory status in endometriosis.

Material and methods: The study included 48 patients. They were divided into two groups: I group (experimental) – 28 women with genital endometriosis, II group (control) - 20 healthy non-pregnant women. For the determination of serum biomarkers (IL-6, IL-8, IL-18, TNF-α, MIF) the multiplex immunofluorescence method with XMap technology was used.

Results: There were no statistical differences in IL-18 and MIF levels between the studied groups (p = 0.630 and p = 0.421). However, serum levels of IL-6, IL-8, TNF-α were significantly different (respectively, p = 0.037, p < 0.001, p < 0.001). In women with endometriosis the levels of IL-8 and TNF-α were increased 5 times, and level of IL-6 was increased 3 times. The diagnostic significance of IL-6, IL-8 and TNF-α levels for predicting genital endometriosis was 75.0% and 60.0%; 100.0% and 90.0%; 92.9% and 85.0%, respectively.

Conclusions: The levels of IL-6, IL-8, and TNF-α were significantly higher in patients with genital endometriosis. The diagnostic significance of IL-6, IL-8 and TNF-α levels for predicting genital endometriosis was also established with the determination of the sensitivity and specificity of the model.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 121-129
The Association between Vitamin D and Lipid Profile among Healthy Malay Adults in K ota Bharu, Malaysia
Authors: Syafii Noorazliyana , Ismail Tuan Salwani Tuan , Rosdi Roznie Aida Mohd , Muda Bayani Che , Azman Wan Norlina Wan , Ibrahim Hanim Afzan , Badruridzwanullah Ahmad
Published: January 2024

Background:The effect of vitamin D in regulating lipid profiles is one of the proposed mechanisms for the association between vitamin D deficiency and cardiovascular heart disease (CHD). However, the relationship between vitamin D status and lipid profiles remained unclear.

Objective: The objective of this study is to evaluate the association of vitamin D status on serum lipids among healthy adults.

Material and Methods: This is cross-sectional study, involving 120 healthy adults with age of 18-50 years from the Malay adult in Kota Bharu, Malaysia which were selected via random sampling. To decrease the seasonal variability, the study was conducted within 2 months, between July and August 2015. Serum 25(OH)D, serum parathyroid hormone (PTH), serum triglycerides (TG), serum total cholesterol (TC), serum low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and serum high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), fasting blood sugar (FBS) and serum insulin were measured.

Results: The mean serum 25(OH) D was 23.50 ± 8.74 nmol/L. Based on the definition of vitamin D deficiency as serum 25(OH)D less than 30mmol/L, the proportion of vitamin D deficiency among our study subjects was 76.7%. Our data revealed that serum 25(OH) D had significant inverse association with HDL-C and significant positive association with TC, TG and LDL-C.

Conclusions: Our study shows highly prevalence of vitamin D deficient among healthy Malay adult population in Kota Bharu, Malaysia. Serum 25(OH) D was positively associated with TC, TG and LDL-C and negatively associated with HDL-C. Perhaps optimizing the level of vitamin D might improve the lipid profiles among healthy Malay adults.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 214-220
Development of endurance in physical education lessons with the use of outdoor games
Authors: Polevoy Georgiy Georgievich , Sablin Andrew Borisovich , Chernishev Stanislav Vladimirovich
Published: January 2024

Background: Endurance is of great importance for the growth and development of the body of schoolchildren, and is also the foundation for the development of other physical qualities. The low level of endurance of modern schoolchildren requires the search for new ways to improve the system of physical education.

The aim of the study: To increase the level of endurance development in schoolchildren using outdoor games in physical education classes at school.

Study design: Pedagogical experiment.

Research methods: The research was carried out on the basis of secondary school number 30 in the city of Kirov, Russian Federation. The experiment was attended by 3rd grade students aged 9-10 years. The study took place from September 6 to December 26, 2022 during physical education lessons 2 times a week for 45 minutes each lesson. In total, 2 groups of 25 people were formed. Classes in the control group were conducted according to the standard program, and in the experimental group, outdoor games were additionally conducted at each lesson for 6-7 minutes. Tests that were used to determine endurance: flexion and extension of the arms while lying on the floor, running 30 meters, Vis bent arms, lifting the trunk from the supine position, running 1000 m.

Results: After the end of the pedagogical experiment, the indicators of school children in both groups became higher. In the control group, the indicators were reliable only in the test for flexion and extension of the arms while lying on the floor. In the experimental group, by the end of the study, the results in all 5 tests showed a significant and reliable result. Flexion and extension of the arms in the prone position from 15,6±0,76 to 19,7±0,76 (p< 0.05); Running 30 meters from 6,25±0,08 to 5,99±0,08 (p< 0.05); Vis bent arms from 21,90±0,97 to 27,10±0,97 (p< 0.05); Lifting the trunk from the supine position from 22,40±0,87 to 28,10±0,76 (p< 0.05); running 1000 m from 337,7±8,01 to 311,9±3,9 (p< 0.05).

Conclusion: If outdoor games are used in physical education lessons at school when working with children 9-10 years old, then the indicators of different types of endurance will significantly improve.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 23 No. 01 January’24 Page : 254-261
A Comparative Analysis Of Logistic Regression and K-Nearest Neighbors Algorithms In Diagnosis Of Diabetes
Authors: Mahi Hasan Mahdi , Zaman Adeeb Shahriar
Published: January 2024

Machine Learning techniques have gained prominence in medical diagnosis due to their ability to uncover patterns in complex data-sets, thereby giving accurate disease classification. In this study, we mainly focus on the application of two widely used Machine Learning algorithms, Logistic Regression and K-Nearestneighbors( KNN), for the purpose of distinguishing patients with diabetes from those without. Our research aims to shed light on the comparative accuracy and performance of these algorithms in a medical context. The methodology section outlines experimental setup, detailing data processing, algorithm training and testing procedures. A comprehensive data-set comprising medical attributes is utilized for evaluation and accuracy metrics are employed to quantify the performance of the algorithms. Results has shown efficacy of both the algorithms and our findings showcase the strengths and limitations of each approach, contributing on the applicability in medical decision making. By offering a nuanced comparison, we illuminate a path for more robust and accurate disease identification techniques, further enhancing patient care and medical outcomes.
GANIT J. Bangladesh Math. Soc. 43.1 (2023) 01- 07
Pemodelan Segmentasi Transaksi Jual Beli Produk Menggunakan Pendekatan Model K-Means dan Subtractive Clustering Studi Kasus Survey Pada Beberapa Cabang Optik Retail
Authors: Arvio Yozika
Published: January 2024

Suatu Retail optik professional memiliki beberapa cabang di seluruh Indonesia yang menawarkan berbagai jenis produk mulai dari lensa kacamata, frame kacamata, lensa kontak dan aksesoris dari berbagai brand. Data penjualan di seluruh cabang optik retail memiliki volume yang cukup besar yaitu sejumlah 95.308 produk selama tahun 2019. Dimana didalamnya terdapat variasi produk kacamata yang cukup beragam sehingga menyulitkan untuk melakukan pengelompokkan terhadap berbagai jenis variasi untuk setiap jenis produk kacamata yang ada. Salah satu cara untuk mengelompokkan data penjualan berdasarkan karakteristik pelanggan dapat menggunakan segmentasi. Untuk menentukan segmentasi penjualan dapat dilakukan dengan Clustering yaitu dengan cara mengelompokkan data berdasarkan karakteristik penjualan. Proses pengelompokan dilakukan dengan menggunakan Algoritma K-Means dan data yang digunakan merupakan hasil survey penjualan produk kacamata di 3 cabang optik. Hasil perhitungan menggunakan Algoritma K-means pada penelitian ini di dapat sebanyak 3 cluster dengan kriteria merk produk, jumlah penjualan dan harga yang berbeda di setiap cabangnya. Sedangkan pada perhitungan Subtractive adalah mencari nilai maksimal potensial yang ada, sehingga jumlah cluster yang dihasilkan adalah 1 cluster yang menunjukkan produk kacamata paling laris di masing-masing cabang. Hasil akhir berupa pemetaan pola prilaku pelanggan nantinya dapat digunakan sebagai strategi penyediaan produk yang akan dijual pada tahun berikutnya oleh para pengambil keputusan.
Augmented reality with Marker Based Tracking for Introduction to Hydroponics
Authors: Cahyaningtyas Rizqia , Djamain Yasni , Luqman Luqman , Verdhi Vidyasthana I G Bagus Verdhi Vidyasthana
Published: January 2024

This research explains the implementation of Augmented Reality (AR)   technology with Marker Based Tracking method in the hydroponic recognition system at Pesantren Nurul Huda. This system can assist students in the learning process about the maintenance of hydroponic plants by adding visual and interactive information to the hydroponic plants in the pesantren. In addition, this system can also assist in the management of hydroponic plants by adding features for monitoring the condition of the plants and providing appropriate care recommendations. The results of this research are expected to increase students' interest in agriculture and help in the management of hydroponic plants at Pesantren Nurul Huda. Augmented Reality (AR)   can be implemented based on image or picture detection, commonly known as Marker Based Tracking method. By pointing the camera towards the printed image or marker. AR can be applied in 3D hydroponic plant learning system by displaying objects such as types of plants, systems, and growing media. The marker will be detected by the camera and display 3D objects of hydroponic plants, systems, and growing media so that the hydroponic object can be observed in reality. The multimedia development uses Blender and Unity 3D.

 

Keywords: Augmented realit , Marker Based Tracking, Hydroponics
Optimalisasi Penempatan PMU untuk Mendukung Implementasi Smart Grid Sumatera
Authors: Kusuma Diah Fitri Fida
Published: January 2024

Sistem interkoneksi Sumatera 275 kV adalah sistem interkoneksi terbesar kedua di Indonesia setelah sistem Jawa Bali 500 kV. Proyeksi pertumbuhan beban di sistem Sumatera mencapai 7,1% di tahun 2022 bersamaan dengan penambahan kapasitas pembangkit sampai dengan tahun 2030 sebesar 9,3 GW yang mana 5,2 GW  atau 53,7% adalah pembangkit EBT.  Diperlukan sistem jaringan cerdas (smart grid) untuk menjamin kontinyuitas sistem tenaga listrik. Phasor Measurement Unit (PMU) mampu mengukur fasor tegangan pada bus serta aliran arus sepanjang saluran yang datang ke bus secara realtime.  Perancangan penempatan PMU bertujuan untuk menemukan jumlah minimum dan lokasi PMU yang optimal agar sistem dapat diamati secara keseluruhan. Dalam tulisan ini akan dibahas bagaimana menempatkan PMU secara optimal menggunakan metode optimasi Binary Partcile Swarm Optimization (BPSO), depth first dan simulated annealing. Selain itu perhitungan System Obervability Redundancy Index (SORI) dan Optimal Redundancy Criterion (ORC) juga dituliskan guna memberikan penilaian tentang observabilitas penempatan PMU. Hasil yang diperoleh diharapkan dapat membantu memberikan solusi untuk efisiensi investasi penerapan sistem smart grid di Sumatera.
Perancangan Lampu Lalu Lintas Dengan Led Bicolor Menggunakan Arduino
Authors: Arief Muhammad , Kustiawan Eko , Suwandi Suwandi , Royana Deswan
Published: January 2024

The growth in the number of vehicles every year will have an impact on the number of vehicles on the road. Thus, road congestion will increasingly occur in big city areas. Traffic lights are one of the tools to prevent congestion at especially at road intersections by making motorists more orderly stop and walk according to the signal of the light on. The need for traffic lights will also increase along with the number of congestion points at road intersections. Conventional traffic lights use three sets of LED lights with each set of red, yellow and green lights. Along with the development of technology, a Bicolor LED lamp was created which has two basic colors, namely red and green. With these conditions, the author is interested in developing a traffic light system with a one-package light system using Bicolor LED lights using an Arduino UNO R3 mockup. One Bicolor LED used will have red, yellow, and green colors. In this development it is expected to produce a system that is cheaper in manufacture and operation.
Pengaruh Konsentrasi Zat Pengatur Tumbuh Ekstrak Bawang Merah dan Air Kelapa Pada Media MS Terhadap Pertumbuhan Planlet Anggrek Bulan (Phalaenopsis amabilis)
Authors: Ilham Achmad , Triani Nova , Moeljani Ida Retno
Published: January 2024

Perbanyakan tanaman anggrek melalui cara konvensional dinilai kurang efektif dan terbilang lama, sehingga metode perbanyakan yang digunakan adalah secara kultur jaringan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh konsentrasi ekstrak bawang merah dan air kelapa terhadap pertumbuhan planlet anggrek bulan (Phalaenopsis amabilis). Rancangan percobaan yang digunakan adalah RAL dua faktor. Faktor I adalah konsentrasi ekstrak bawang merah dengan 4 taraf yaitu 0 g/l, 20 g/l), 30 g/l, 40 g/l. Faktor kedua adalah penambahan air kelapa dengan 4 taraf yaitu 0 ml/l, 50 ml/l, 100 ml/l, 150 ml/l. Analisis data menggunakan ANOVA, dilanjutkan dengan uji BNJ 5%. Parameter yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini meliputi penambahan tinggi planlet, penambahan panjang akar dan berat basah planlet. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat interaksi pada kombinasi 20 g/l ekstrak bawang merah dan 50 ml/l air kelapa terhadap semua parameter yang diteliti.
Sistema de detección de plagas en los cultivos
Authors: López-Gorozabel Oscar , Malla-Valdiviezo Ricardo , Morejón-López Gabriel , León-Bravo Miguel
Published: January 2024

La presente investigación propone la construcción de una aplicación web destinada a la detección de plagas, en su primera fase se ha propuesto la detección de la plaga de mosca blanca, una de las más recurrentes en los cultivos de Manabí, afectando principal-mente al cultivo de plantas como tomate, pimiento, col y cucurbitáceas como calabaza, pe-pino y hortalizas de hoja como lechuga o perejil. Este Proyecto busca convertirse en un agente de monitorización de cultivos, actuando de forma automática y eficaz en la detec-ción de plagas mediante el procesado de imágenes, para lo cual se desarrollaron diversos algoritmos soportados por la librería ImageAI, con los que fue posible crear, entrenar y pro-bar un modelo de detección. En cuanto al funcionamiento de la aplicación web, el usuario podrá crear una cuenta y una vez logueado podrá acceder al módulo de captura, donde po-drá tomar o subir una foto para su análisis respectivo.  
Esta investigación se basa en el método bibliográfico y analítico, además la infor-mación es de fuentes confiables, tales como: IEEE, Dialnet, ACM, Google Scholar, Repo-sitorios Institucionales. Para el desarrollo de la aplicación web se utilizó el lenguaje de pro-gramación Python para el Backend y tecnologías como HTML, W3Css y JavaScript para el Frontend. Posteriormente, se utilizó MySQL para crear la base de datos. 
El framework utilizado para el desarrollo de la aplicación fue Scrum, debido a la versa-tilidad de su metodología. Finalmente, como resultado de este proyecto, se obtiene la primera versión de un software funcional, con aspiraciones de mejora en futuras versiones.
Proceso de Elaboración de Calzado con Fibra Natural de Lana de Borrego en la Cultura Salasaka
Authors: Cortez-Viteri Christian , Ortega-Arcos John , Sevilla-Guananga Jorge , Chaglla-Chango Walter
Published: January 2024

El proyecto de investigación se centró en la elaboración de una colección de calzado femenino utilizando fibra natural de lana de borrego de la cultura Salasaka, esta colección fue elaborada a través de tejidos a mano y telares. se trata de una investigación descriptiva, con enfoque cuantitativo, para la recolección de información y datos. Previo a esto, se diseñaron y crearon prototipos utilizando fibra natural proveniente de ovejas. Se realizaron encuestas a 68 personas, donde el 72% indicó que la lana de borrego puede ser utilizada como material para la fabricación de calzado. Además, el 60% afirmó que este tipo de calzado tejido es innovador, y el 90% estaría dispuesto a adquirirlo. En base a esto, se desarrolló este producto combinando materiales como lana y telares, los cuales atraen la atención del consumidor debido a sus colores y, sobre todo, su comodidad. Es importante conocer el perfil del consumidor al que va dirigido este calzado, así como las necesidades que satisfacen. En conclusión, el proyecto de investigación fortalece la economía y genera nuevas fuentes de empleo, promoviendo el desarrollo y crecimiento de la cultura Salasaka.
Análisis de la influencia del marketing de contenido en la intención de compra de la marca PYCCA en la ciudad de Machala
Authors: Bohórquez-Rogel Leslie , Torres-Balladares Daniela , Aguilar-Galvez William
Published: January 2024

El propósito de esta investigación es analizar la influencia del marketing de contenidos con la intención de compra de la marca PYCCA en la ciudad de Machala. El presente estudio tiene un enfoque cuantitativo de tipo correlacional, se utilizará una aplicación de un cuestionario de tipo Likert a una muestra de 250 personas mayores de 25 años de que estén familiarizados con la marca PYCCA. Para el análisis de los datos, se emplea el método PLS-SEM (modelo de ecuaciones estructurales), que facilita la comprensión de las relaciones entre las variables planteadas. Los resultados obtenidos respaldan las tres hipótesis planteadas en esta investigación. En primer lugar, se confirma que el marketing de contenidos ejerce influencia en la confianza del consumidor. En segundo lugar, se verifica que la confianza tiene un impacto significativo en la intención de compra. Y, por último, se demuestra que el marketing de contenidos influye directamente en la intención de compra. Cabe destacar que este estudio se enfoca en el sector de productos para el hogar que podría servir como punto de partida para investigaciones futuras en esta área.
El hábeas corpus preventivo como mecanismo de tutela de derecho de libertad en Ecuador
Authors: Salazar-Zambrano Gabriela
Published: January 2024

El presente artículo se ha desarrollado con el objetivo de analizar la procedencia del hábeas corpus preventivo como mecanismo de tutela de derecho a la libertad. Para esto, la metodología dispuesta, consiste en un enfoque cualitativo, donde se emplea el método dogmático jurídico e interpretativo de la norma constitucional y legal, además la técnica de investigación seleccionada, consistió en la bibliográfica-documental, con la que se analizó la literatura especializada y la doctrina, y se recurrió al estudio de legislatura comparada, con lo que se determinaron los aspectos jurídico-constitucionales y legales instaurados en los países de Perú, Chile y Colombia. Con lo que se obtuvo como resultados que en territorio peruano en el texto constitucional se contempla la aplicabilidad del hábeas corpus preventivo, mientras que en Chile y Colombia esta acción se encuentra instaurada mediante la jurisprudencia, con respecto a Ecuador, existen argumentos contradictorios entre sí, sobre la aplicabilidad de esta garantía. Se concluye que dada la importancia que posee el hábeas corpus preventivo, para proteger el derecho a la libertad personal, y sus derechos conexos, ante certeza de la existencia de amenazas inmediatas e inminentes, debe emitirse un pronunciamiento de la Corte Constitucional, con el que se instauren los lineamientos que los administradores de justicia deban proceder a su aplicación.
Análisis de tiempos y organización del trabajo en el restaurante “Tongas Trinita”
Authors: Iza-Cedeño Eduardo , Real-Pérez Grether
Published: January 2024

El objetivo de este artículo científico fue determinar de manera minucioso un estudio de cada paso del proceso de elaboración de tongas, desde la preparación de los materiales hasta la finalización, por el cual se registra el tiempo que se necesita para completar cada tarea, lo que ayuda a identificar posibles ineficiencias y cuellos de botella en la producción, se utilizaron métodos cuantitativos y cualitativos para la aplicación de técnicas, este método implica que un observador capacitado registre manualmente los tiempos que se requieren para cada una de las actividades o pasos en el proceso de elaboración, midiendo todos los ciclos de producción por trabajador, se tomó 4 muestras aleatorias de 6 trabajadores y se calculó estadísticas los tiempos. Esto es útil cuando medir cada ciclo es impracticable debido a la alta producción, además esto puedo incluir la distribución adecuada de trabajadores en las diferentes estaciones de trabajo, la programación de mantenimiento preventivo de las máquinas utilizadas en la producción y la gestión eficaz de los materiales necesarios.
Efectos antifúngicos de extractos botánicos sobre el crecimiento micelial de Colletotrichum sp. a nivel in vitro, causante de antracnosis en la fruta de aguacate
Authors: Pabon-Montoya Brynner , Córdova-Chávez María , Alban-Alcivar Jhonny , Jaramillo-Robles Ariana
Published: January 2024

Actualmente, existen problemáticas en base al control de Colletotrichum sp. en los frutos de aguacate, es por esta razón que se hace uso de fungicidas químicos para combatir este hongo, sin embargo, el uso extremo genera una significativa contaminación ambiental y resistencia en los hongos. Como respuesta a esta situación, se ha optado al uso alternativo de extractos botánicos que faciliten el control del mismo, es por ello que el objetivo de esta investigación es analizar la efectividad de los aceites esenciales de romero (Salvia rosmarinus), Hierbaluisa (Cymbopogon citratus) y pimienta negra (Piper nigrum), al 0,5 % en comparación con los hidrolatos de orégano (Origanum vulgare), clavo de olor (Syzygiumaromaticum), tomillo (Thymus) en concentraciones de 5% en el crecimiento micelial de Colletotrichum sp. en condiciones in vitro en un tiempo de 10 dias, a través de un análisis estadístico. La metodología utilizada es de nivel descriptivo y explicativo (Mendoza y Hernández, 2018), con un procedimiento de campo, y con enfoque cualicuantitativo con un muestreo no es probabilístico, en el procedimiento se hizo un total de 150 repeticiones por cada sustancia. 
Los resultados obtenidos de la t student demuestran que la inhibición del crecimiento micelial del hongo se da mejor cuando se utilizan los aceites que en los hidrolatos con mayor efectividad en el aceiteesencial de romero y aceite esencial de hierba luisa, siendo la AHL la más efectiva en la inhibición del crecimiento del hongo, debido probablemente a los compuestos presentados como “geraniol, el nerol, limoneno, y citral que tiene propiedades antibacterianas, anti fúngicasy antioxidantes, por ultimo se puede concluir que los aceites esenciales causan en los hongos inhibición del crecimiento: Los aceites esenciales pueden inhibir el crecimiento de los hongos y reducir su capacidad para reproducirse y propagarse; daño a la membrana celular lo que puede provocar su muerte.
Empresas Públicas como Estrategia de Intervención para el Desarrollo Sostenible de la Localidad
Authors: Moreira-Torres José
Published: January 2024

La investigación tiene como propósito investigativo interpretar las principales propuestas conceptuales de una empresa pública que contribuyen con el desarrollo sostenible local; para dar alcance a este propósito, se establecen las siguientes directrices: Identificar las posturas teóricas que dan soporte a las empresas públicas; reflexionar sobre la propuesta de desarrollo sostenible desde una visión local. Su metodología es de enfoque cualitativo, con un paradigma de tipo fenomenológico, apoyada en el método inductivo y con una estrategia de interpretación-descriptiva, haciendo uso de la denominada Teoría Fundamentada (Straus y Corbin) como estrategia de soporte del análisis desarrollado; la unidad de análisis es la EP Manabí Produce, además de contar con la percepción de tres expertos en temas relacionados con empresas públicas y desarrollo local sostenible, a quienes se les aplicó una entrevista en profundidad. El uso del método hermenéutico ha sido vital para alcanzar un proceso de categorización, en la que resultó una propuesta central: Empresas públicas como estrategia de intervención para un desarrollo local sostenible; a través de ella se configura una estrategia que bien permite a la Unidad de Estudio de esta investigación proponer nuevas formas de administración, así como la posibilidad de transformar la idea de negocio de la propia empresa pública.
La Aplicación de la Autoría Mediata en los Aparatos Organizados de Poder en el Ordenamiento Jurídico Penal Ecuatoriano
Authors: Rivadeneira-Merino Graciela
Published: January 2024

Este tema se planteó porque existe un problema que se presenta en la praxis jurídica al momento de juzgar a los supuestos autores dentro de una posible organización en aparatos de poder. Se debe tener en cuenta que para ello hay que entender y comprender lo que es la autoría, y dentro de esta categoría, a la autoría mediata, para enfocarla en los aparatos organizados de poder. Para sancionar a una persona de acuerdo con esta posición se debe probar todos los requisitos necesarios, como el dominio del hecho, la fungibilidad del autor inmediato o ejecutor, la elevada disponibilidad, el cargo de autoridad, la existencia de la organización y el poder que se ejerce en él. Este tema causa mucha atención porque en el Ecuador existen casos, en los cuales se han sancionado a los acusados sin tener en claro lo que esta teoría dogmática se refiere, no solo en la esfera de la Fiscalía General del Estado, sino en las mismas autoridades, que emiten sentencias que se apartan de los criterios, incluso de los mismos defensores y autores de este tipo de delitos, como Roxin o Greco. Es, por tanto, que se plasma en el presente trabajo, un estudio sobre este tema que se elabora luego de un análisis de la doctrina y un caso práctico que se presentó en el Ecuador, calificado como emblemático.
La Reparación Integral a Favor de las Víctimas en Delito de Violencia Intrafamiliar, en el Sistema Penal Ecuatoriano
Authors: Campos-Sandoval Elsa
Published: January 2024

En el Ecuador, actualmente los miembros del núcleo familiar se encuentran protegidos bajo las garantías de los derechos reconocidos en los  artículos 35 y 66 de la Constitución del Ecuador, en lo referente a derechos de libertad e igualdad formal y real para la no discriminación y la protección de grupos vulnerables y de atención prioritaria, en este caso las víctimas de violencia intrafamiliar, quienes al mismo tiempo de gozar de mecanismos legales de protección, se encuentran desamparados por una misma legislación que no obliga a los operadores de justicia  realizar un seguimiento a fin de garantizar la eficacia de las medidas otorgadas por autoridades competentes.  
En materia de garantías jurisdiccionales la ejecución integral de la sentencia es la única forma de poner fin al proceso. Por ello, no basta con que el legitimado activo inicie una acción judicial y obtenga una sentencia, es necesario el cumplimiento integral de la decisión judicial y su correspondiente reparación integral, esta incluye entre otras la reparación económica, medida cuyo diseño y cumplimiento presenta profundos problemas tanto en su procedimiento como en su ejecución, pues al no cristalizarse su cumplimiento, el derecho vulnerado no estaría resarcido, afectando directamente la eficacia de la garantía jurisdiccional.
Advancements in Building Deconstruction: Examining the Role of Drone Technology and Building Information Modelling
Authors: Ibe Chukwumaobi , Serbescu Andreea , Hossain Mohataz
Published: January 2024

Deconstructing a building with the help of drones and BIM (building information modelling) is becoming increasingly common as a more efficient, eco-friendly, and affordable alternative to the traditional techniques of building disassembly. This paper presents a systematic review following the methodology of Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) to investigate the role of drone technology and BIM in building deconstruction. A total of 10 studies were identified based on the integration of drone technology with BIM, all of which proved promising in enhancing the process of building deconstruction. The analysis of the 35 and 3 non-academic selected data reveals several key findings. Firstly, BIM is not commonly used in deconstruction or demolition processes, particularly in managing fixtures and fittings of buildings. Secondly, the adoption of deconstruction-oriented design methods and the use of drone technology can significantly reduce the negative environmental impacts of building demolition waste. Lastly, the limited implementation of design for deconstruction practices in the construction industry hinders the realisation of environmental, social, and economic benefits associated with this approach. Overall, this systematic review highlights the potential of drone technology and BIM in improving building deconstruction practices, while also identifying knowledge gaps and areas for further research and development on this topic.
The Rise of Digital Business Models: Thriving in the Post-COVID Era
Authors: Malhotra Rashmi , Malhotra D.K.
Published: January 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has become an undeniable reality and has forced the world to seek out a “new normal” as we move forward into a post-pandemic era. In the face of this crisis, businesses are now confronted with the difficult task of adapting their business models to fit this new reality, which has been directly influenced by the pandemic. These challenges are the direct result of the pandemic, and this research aims to explore the key obstacles that businesses must overcome as they navigate the post-COVID-19 environment. Additionally, we will discuss several fundamental transformative methods that firms can adopt to not only survive, but thrive in this “new normal” and beyond. We will also examine the importance of technology and the digital transformation that companies must undergo in order to remain competitive in today's technology-driven world.
The dHOTLearn Model to Improve Critical Thinking Skills of Physics Education Program Undergraduate
Authors: Prahani Binar Kurnia , Jatmiko Budi , Pristianti Mila Candra , Satriawan Muhammad , Amelia Tan , Makahinda Tineke
Published: January 2024

The main purpose of this study is to develop a dHOTLearn model based on the physics learning web (PLW), which is intended to improve the critical thinking skills (CTS) of physics education students as well as to optimize the MBKM program at the university level. The research results that the quality dHOTLearn model based on PLW by expert judgments can be used for improving the CTS of physics education program undergraduate. To increase CTS, lecturers prepare structured and rigorous teaching and learning activities utilizing the dHOTLearn paradigm based on PLW. Creating an effective learning environment and learning media to support each action done by lecturers and students at every point in the syntax of the dHOTLearn model based on PLW evaluates the effectiveness of using this learning model. More study can be done to test the feasibility and usefulness of the dHOTLearn model based on PLW for improving the CTS of undergraduate physics education programs.
Conceptualizing Flow for Content Marketing Effectiveness
Authors: Chakravorti Samit
Published: January 2024

The paper explores and consolidates the concept and experience of flow regarding its implications for content marketing in the digital marketplace. Technology-supported content marketing in the e-market has become increasingly important for customer satisfaction. The flow experience has also been shown to be an important aspect of online consumer behavior and linked to beneficial market outcomes. At the same time, the conceptualizations of flow have been evolving and no clear established framework for it exists. Through a qualitative review of current academic and practitioner research on the usage of content marketing for engaging consumers the paper consolidates findings. It creates a framework to advance the conceptualization of flow for content marketing and an understanding of how brand content usage and promotions in the digital sphere can determine the characteristic of flow and work with it to positively impact beneficial market outcomes.
Clinical Efficacy of Blood Ultrafiltration Therapy in Patients with Acute Decompensated Chronic Heart Failure
Authors: He Y-W , Wang F-Q , Zhang F-F , Chen H-Z
Published: January 2024

In this study, we investigated the clinical effects of blood ultrafiltration therapy in patients with acute decompensated chronic heart failure. We enrolled 78 patients with acute decompensated chronic heart failure who were admitted to a hospital from September 2017 to December 2021, and divided them into two groups based on the digital randomization method. The FQ-16 heart failure ultrafiltration dehydrating device blood ultrafiltration therapy was administered to the observation group (39 patients) for 8-16 hours, while the control group (39 patients) received the stepped drug therapy. Echocardiography was used to assess the changes in cardiac function of the patients in both groups before and after treatment. The changes in urine volume, N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP), plasma renin, and serum creatinine levels were measured before and after the treatment to compare the overall response rate of the patients in both groups. The differences in left ventricular end-systolic dimension and left ventricular end-diastolic dimension and the ejection fraction between the groups before treatment were not statistically significant (P > 0.05), however, the left ventricular end-diastolic dimension in the observation group was significantly lower and the ejection fraction was significantly higher (P < 0.05) compared with that before treatment; the urine volume, N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP), plasma renin, and serum creatinine were significantly improved in both groups after treatment compared with that before treatment. All indexes in the observation group were better than those in the control group (P < 0.05), 74.36%. The overall response rate of the observation group was 94.87%, x2 = 4.843 and the difference between groups was statistically significant (P < 0.05). Blood ultrafiltration therapy for patients with acute decompensated chronic heart failure can improve their cardiac and renal functions, reduce NT-proBNP, reduce volume load, and enhance efficacy while ensuring high safety.
Vagus nerve stimulation attenuates septic shock-induced cardiac injury in rats
Authors: Shen Y , Cui M , Cui Y
Published: January 2024

This research aimed to evaluate whether vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) could effectively prevent septic shock-induced cardiac injury in rats and investigate the potential mechanisms. Female Sprague-Dawley rats were divided into the Sham group (sham cecal ligation and puncture [CLP] plus vagal nerve trunk separation), the Vehicle group (CLP plus vagal nerve trunk separation), and the VNS groups (CLP plus vagal nerve trunk separation plus VNS). The left ventricular function was analyzed by echocardiography. Histologic examinations of the cardiac tissues were performed through hematoxylin and eosin staining and TUNEL staining. The Vehicle group had worse cardiac function, higher levels of cardiac injury markers, and enhanced myocardial apoptosis than the Sham group. The rats in the VNS groups had enhanced cardiac function, lower levels of cardiac injury markers, and inhibited myocardial apoptosis than those in the Vehicle group. Elevated interleukin-1β and tumor necrosis factor-αlevels and activated nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) signal in septic shock rats were inhibited by the performance of VNS. This study suggests that VNS contributes to the reduction of myocardial apoptosis and improvement of left ventricular function to attenuate septic shock-induced cardiac injury in rats. The performance of VNS inhibits the inflammatory responses in heart tissues via the regulation of NF-κB signal.
Analysis of Efficacy and Safety of Small-Volume-Plasma Artificial Liver Model in the Treatment of Acute-On-Chronic Liver Failure
Authors: Li D , Wang X , Zhou J , Duan Z , Yang R , Liu Y , Chen Y , Zhang L , Liu H , Li W , You J
Published: January 2024

To explore the efficacy and safety of a small-volume-plasma artificial liver support system (ALSS) in the treatment of acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF). A retrospective analysis was performed. All ACLF patients received ALSS of plasma exchange & double plasma molecular absorb system (PE+DPMAS) treatment, and successfully completed this treatment. Patients were divided into small-volume and half-volume plasma groups. We compared the changes of the indicators on liver function, kidney function, blood coagulation function, and blood ammonia level before and after PE+DPMAS treatment; we compared the short-term and long-term curative effects between small-volume and half-volume plasma groups; and the factors influencing Week 4 and Week 12 mortality of ACLF patients were analyzed. The Week 4 improvement rates were 63.96 % and 66.86 % in the small-volume and half-volume plasma groups, respectively. The Week 12 survival rates in the small-volume-plasma and half-volume plasma groups were 66.72 % and 64.61 %, respectively. We found several risk factors affecting Week 4 and Week 12 mortality. Kaplan–Meier survival curves suggested no significant difference in Week 4 and Week 12 survival rates between the small-volume and half-volume plasma groups (P=0.34). The small-volume-plasma PE+DPMAS treatment could effectively reduce bilirubin and bile acids, and this was an approach with high safety and few complications, similar to the half-volume-plasma PE+DPMAS treatment. The small-volume-plasma PE+DPMAS has the advantage of greatly reducing the need for intraoperative plasma, which is especially of importance in times of shortage of plasma.