bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Padrão de contração voluntária máxima em pacientes com disfunção temporomandibular antes e após terapia fonoaudiológica com e sem uso de bandagem elástica
Authors: Nunes Maria Eduarda Gomes , Stefani Fabiane Miron
Published: February 2024

RESUMO Objetivo: verificar se há diferença eletromiográfica durante contração voluntária máxima dos músculos masseter e temporal de pacientes com disfunção temporomandibular, antes e após intervenção fonoaudiológica com e sem uso de bandagem elástica terapêutica. Métodos: foi realizada a análise de dados secundários de estudo do tipo intervenção clínica, com 17 voluntárias, adultas, com diagnóstico de disfunção temporomandibular muscular com ou sem deslocamento de disco com redução. O Grupo Bandagem recebeu terapia manual associada à bandagem elástica e o Grupo Sem Bandagem recebeu apenas terapia manual. Foi realizada eletromiografia de superfície para registro da contração voluntária máxima antes e após quatro semanas de intervenção fonoaudiológica. Para análise exploratória foram utilizados os testes: Mann Whitney e Wilcoxon Pareado, com p<0,05. Resultados: no Grupo Bandagem, houve diminuição estatisticamente significante da atividade elétrica durante a Contração Voluntária Máxima nos músculos masseter e temporal do lado esquerdo no momento pós-terapêutico. Na comparação do pré e pós-intervenção entre Grupo Bandagem e Grupo Sem Bandagem, constatou-se diferença estatística nos valores da atividade elétrica de Contração Voluntária Máxima no músculo temporal esquerdo. Conclusão: a terapia fonoaudiológica miofuncional manual, associada ou não ao uso da bandagem elástica terapêutica, impacta a atividade muscular dos músculos masseter e temporal durante a Contração Voluntária Máxima, sejam os valores demonstrando relaxamento e/ou equivalência dos valores eletromiográficos da musculatura mastigatória.
Quality of life and metamemory in higher education students during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Santos Nathália Monteiro , Guedes-Granzotti Raphaela Barroso , Cruz Pablo Jordão Alcântara , Dória Grace Anne Azevedo , Dornelas Rodrigo , César Carla Patrícia Hernandez Alves Ribeiro , Santos Priscila Lima dos , Silva Kelly da
Published: February 2024

ABSTRACT Purpose: to analyze the quality of life and metamemory and verify their predictors in students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: a cross-sectional survey carried out through online collection with the application of an initial questionnaire to characterize the sample, the WHOQOL-brief to investigate the quality of life, and the Metamemory Questionnaire in Adults (short version) - MIAr to evaluate metamemory in a group of undergraduate and postgraduate students. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Multiple linear regression was performed to verify the predictor variables. A significance level of 5% (p ≤ 0.05) was considered. Results: 977 university students participated in the study, the majority (70.73%) of whom were females and with an income range below three minimum wages (63.56%). For quality of life, income range, being in the risk group for COVID-19, and age were predictors for both the undergraduate and postgraduate groups. In contrast, on an excellent metamemory, the predictors were male gender and age. Conclusion: for students, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the main predictor of quality of life was having a higher income bracket, and the main predictor of metamemory was being a male.
Influence of motivation to learn on adolescents’ quality of life and school performance: A protocol for a systematic review with meta-analysis
Authors: Fernandes Graziela Nunes Alfenas , Silva Clarice Soares França , Porto Renata Sol Magalhães , Lemos Stela Maris Aguiar
Published: February 2024

ABSTRACT Purpose: to verify the relationship between motivation to learn and the quality of life and academic performance of middle-school adolescents. Methods: the review will be based on international guidelines. The PEO (Population, Exposure, Outcome) strategy was used to develop the research question, and eligibility criteria were established. The MEDLINE (via PubMed), Scopus, and Web of Science databases will be consulted with the respective search equations. Evaluators will independently follow some steps to select the studies. Data will be extracted with a specific instrument. Protocols according to the study type will be used to assess the methodological quality or risk of bias of the studies. The results will be analyzed and presented both qualitatively and quantitatively. Final Considerations: this study will analyze the pieces of research on the topics in question, identifying existing gaps and enabling closer observation of the available evidence to guide educational practices and action planning aimed at promoting health for adolescent students.
Influência da motivação para aprender na qualidade de vida e no desempenho escolar de adolescentes: um protocolo de revisão sistemática com metanálise
Authors: Fernandes Graziela Nunes Alfenas , Silva Clarice Soares França , Porto Renata Sol Magalhães , Lemos Stela Maris Aguiar
Published: February 2024

RESUMO Objetivo: verificar a relação da motivação para aprender com a qualidade de vida e com o desempenho escolar de adolescentes do ensino fundamental. Métodos: a revisão será embasada em diretrizes internacionais. A estratégia PEO (População, Exposição, Desfecho) foi utilizada para elaborar a pergunta norteadora e foram estabelecidos critérios de elegibilidade. As bases de dados Medline, via PubMed, Scopus e Web of Science serão consultadas por meio das respectivas equações de busca. Para seleção dos estudos, algumas etapas serão cumpridas por avaliadoras de forma independente. A extração dos dados será realizada por meio de instrumento próprio. Para a avaliação da qualidade metodológica ou risco de viés dos estudos serão utilizados protocolos segundo o tipo de estudo. A análise e a apresentação dos resultados serão feitas de forma qualitativa e quantitativa. Considerações Finais: o desenvolvimento deste trabalho possibilitará uma análise das pesquisas realizadas sobre as temáticas envolvidas, identificando lacunas existentes, além de possibilitar a observação mais detida das evidências disponíveis para nortear a prática educativa e o planejamento de ações que visem à promoção da saúde para estudantes adolescentes.
Intervention plan in vocabulary, working memory, and syntactic awareness for adolescents and young adults with trisomy 21: Content development and validation
Authors: Santos Pâmela Pontes dos , Amarante Eduarda de Lima , Lima Ivonaldo Leidson Barbosa , Alves Giorvan Ânderson dos Santos , Delgado Isabelle Cahino
Published: February 2024

ABSTRACT Purpose: to develop and validate the content of an intervention plan for adolescents and young adults with Trisomy 21, focusing on vocabulary, working memory, and syntactic awareness. Methods: a methodological study with validation stages for the proposed intervention, which was assessed by ten judges. The content validity index was used to evaluate the content, quantitatively. Results: most judges had a doctoral degree. All propositions reached the minimum score. The oral language intervention plan focusing on vocabulary, working memory, and syntactic awareness was designed for adolescents and young adults aged 13 to 25 years and 11 months. The proposal included fifteen 40-minute weekly sessions. Conclusion: the study presented the process of developing and validating the Oral Language Therapy Plan, focusing on vocabulary, working memory, and syntactic awareness for people presented with trisomy 21, with the judges’ agreement.
Gênese e consolidação da “questão social” na particularidade brasileira
Authors: Perez Davi Machado
Published: February 2024

Resumo O presente artigo objetiva revisitar de modo abrangente e ensaístico o debate sobre as protoformas, a gênese e a consolidação da “questão social” no Brasil, tendo como base o materialismo histórico-dialético de Marx e resgatando as contribuições de Florestan Fernandes e Octavio Ianni a respeito da formação social brasileira, com alguns aportes das obras de Jacob Gorender, Clóvis Moura e Carlos Nelson Coutinho. Seu percurso expositivo parte da dimensão universal da gênese e desenvolvimento da sociabilidade burguesa para considerar a particularidade nacional inserida neste contexto. No primeiro tópico são abordadas as protoformas da “questão social” no Brasil e, no segundo tópico, trabalha-se a gênese e a consolidação da “questão social” brasileira. Conclui-se, por fim, a pertinência e atualidade da caracterização florestaniana do capitalismo dependente, conformado através da dupla articulação segregação interna e dominação externa, reafirmando também o racismo enquanto marca social negativa que constitui uma das dimensões da essência da “questão social” em nossa particularidade.
Association between skin injuries and the importance atributed to prevention by health professionals during the pandemic
Authors: Brandão Euzeli da Silva , Lanzillotti Regina Serrão , Granja Paula Dadalti , Silva Liliane Faria , Mandelbaum Maria Helena Sant’Ana , Tonole Renato
Published: February 2024

ABSTRACT Objective: To verify the association between the occurrence of skin lesions due to the use of products and/or personal protective equipment and the importance attributed to preventive care among health professionals working on the front lines of the struggle against the COVID-19 pandemic. Method: Cross-sectional, analytical study, carried out between May and June 2020, with a convenience sample (n=398) of health workers from 10 professional categories. To verify the existence of an association between the occurrence of skin lesions and exposure variables, a Contingency Table was used to obtain the Prevalence Ratio and respective Confidence Intervals. Results: 260 (65.3%) participants self-declared the development of skin lesions, predominantly nurses (53.8%), women (54.0%), from public institutions (52.8%), characterized by pressure injuries (37.3%), contact/allergic dermatitis (25.8%), or both lesions simultaneously (16.5%). More than half of professionals (53.5%) used preventive products, mainly moisturizers (51.0%). Conclusion: There was probability of an association between professionals who attributed less importance to the predictor “Protocol for proper product PPE and products” and the risk of skin injuries.
Assistive listening technology in cochlear implant users in reverberant environments with multiple noise sources
Authors: Echegoyen Agustina , Goffi-Gomez Maria Valeria Schmidt , Tsuji Robinson Koji
Published: February 2024

ABSTRACT Purpose This study aimed to evaluate the contribution of assistive listening technology with wireless connectivity in cochlear implant (CI) users in reverberating and noise situations. Methods Prospective cross-sectional study approved by the Institutional Ethics Committee (CAAE 8 3031418.4.0000.0068). Adolescents and adults CI users with pre- or post-lingual deafness were selected. For bilateral users, each ear was assessed separately. Speech recognition was assessed using recorded lists of disyllabic words presented at 65 dBA at 0° azimuth with and without the Wireless Mini Microphone 2 (Cochlear™) connected to the Nucleus®6 speech processor. Room reverberation was measured as 550 ms. To assess the contribution of the assistive listening device (ALD) in a reverberating environment, speech recognition was assessed in quiet. To assess the contribution of the ALD in reverberation and noise, speech recognition was presented at 0° azimuth along with the noise coming from 8 loudspeakers symmetrically arranged 2 meters away from the center with multi-talker babble noise using signal to noise ratio of +10dB. To avoid learning bias or fatigue, the order of the tests was randomized. Comparison of means was analyzed by t test for paired samples, adopting significance level of p <0.005. Results Seventeen patients with a mean age of 40 years were invited and agreed to participate, with 2 bilateral participants, totaling 19 ears assessed. There was a significant positive contribution from the Mini Mic2 in reverberation, and noise+reverberation (p <0.001). Conclusion ALD was able to improve speech recognition of CI users in both reverberation and noisy situations.
Gastrointestinal parasites of Peltocephalus dumerilianus (Testudines: Podocnemididae) from Jaú National Park, Brazilian Amazon
Authors: Menegaldo Luciana Raffi , Arias-Pacheco Carmen Andrea , Perin Patricia Parreira , Tebaldi José Hairton , Hoppe Estevam Guilherme Lux
Published: February 2024

Abstract The big-headed Amazon River turtle, Peltocephalus dumerilianus, is endemic to the Orinoco and Amazon River basins. It is a food source for local communities, often unsustainably. Knowledge about P. dumerilianus’ parasitological fauna and host-parasite relationships is limited. Thus, ecological aspects of gastrointestinal parasitism in this species were investigated. Helminths were found in the gastrointestinal tract of 21 turtles, morphologically identified, and infection descriptors calculated. All animals harbored helminths: nematodes Ancyracanthus pinnatifidus, Paratractis hystrix, Atractis trematophila, Klossinemella conciliatus indeterminate three Klossinemella species, and digeneans Nematophila grandis, Helicotrema spirale, and Telorchis hagmanni. The highest parasite load occurred in the large intestine, followed by the small intestine and stomach. Shell length directly correlated with parasite burden of heteroxenic helminths, with males having higher burden than females. This is the first record of A. trematophila, K. conciliatus, and T. hagmanni in P. dumerilianus, and new location record for A. trematophila, P. hystrix, N. grandis, H. spirale, and T. hagmanni. Three potentially new Klossinemella species are presented.
COLLISION MORPHOLOGIES SUPERCOOLED WATER DROPLETS ON SMALL LOW-TEMPERATURE SUPERHYDROPHOBIC SPHERICAL TARGETS
Authors: Liu Xin , Zhang Xuan , Min Jingchun , Guo Yiqing , Wu Xiaomin
Published: February 2024

The collision and freezing of supercooled water droplets exist in many fields and are usually uncon-ducive. The superhydrophobic surfaces used for anti-icing generally have microstructures or local protrusions which could be simplified as small spherical targets comparable to the droplet in size. The supercooled water droplets' collision and freezing on small low-temperature superhydrophobic spherical targets with the sphere-to-droplet diameter ratio D* ≤ 1 are studied numerically in this work. Coupling the solidification-melting model, the Volume of Fluid (VOF) method is used to implement numerical simulations. The supercooling degree, Weber number, and sphere-to-droplet diameter ratio effects on the collision and freezing behaviors and the area coverage ratio of the droplet on the low-temperature small sphere are investigated. Six typical morphologies are identified: full dripping, partial dripping, lower adhesion, wrapping adhesion, upper adhesion, and rebound. The water droplet is found to be more likely to drip down with the increasing Weber number, and the decreasing supercooling degree and the decreasing diameter ratio. A comprehensive morphology map is eventually established to illustrate the combined influence of the Weber number and diameter ratio on the occurrences of the rebound, adhesion, and dripping for different supercooling degrees. This work provides theoretical guidance for the engineering design and structural optimization of anti-icing surfaces.
Performance of reactive powder concrete with different fibres after high-temperature exposure
Authors: Hiremath Parameshwar
Published: February 2024

Reactive powder concrete (RPC) is used in structures such as radioactive storage plants, tall buildings and power plants. The performance of RPC after high-temperature exposure is therefore important. RPC (110 MPa) was prepared with different fibres (polypropylene fibres (PPF), polyester fibres (PEF) and their combination) at an optimum fibre dosage of 0.5% by weight of cement. The fibre-reinforced RPCs were exposed to temperatures of 200–800°C for different durations (30–120 min). Physical characteristics like colour change, fracture formation, weight loss, water absorption and residual compressive strength were evaluated. Ultrasonic pulse velocity tests were conducted. Scanning electron microscopy was used to observe the microstructure and assess the deterioration of hydrated substances after exposure to extreme temperatures for different durations. An increase in compressive strength was found for all fibre-reinforced RPCs after heating to 200°C for up to 120 min. The strength increased for 30-min exposure to 400°C. The strength of the fibre-reinforced RPCs decreased for all durations of 600°C and 800°C exposure. At these temperatures, the PEF-reinforced RPC had 10–15% greater residual strength than the RPCs. The PPF-reinforced RPC absorbed 6–12% more water than the RPCs made with PEF fibres after 120 min exposure to 800°C.
Las garrapatas como vectores de enfermedades infecciosas
Authors:   Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia, Sánchez Lerma Liliana , Fuentes Ramírez Duvan
Published: February 2024

Las enfermedades transmitidas por vectores se encuentran diseminadas por todo el mundo y producen tasas importantes de morbilidad y mortalidad dentro de las poblaciones humanas y animales. Las enfermedades transmitidas por garrapatas se encuentran dentro del marco de los síndromes febriles indiferenciados y, por lo tanto, se presentan principalmente con fiebre de inicio súbito, síntomas y signos poco específicos como malestar general, dolor de cabeza, mareo, mialgias, pérdida del apetito, que puede ser en algunos casos fatales. Colombia, por su ubicación geográfica, diversidad de reservorios, vectores y características climatológicas de predominio tropical reúne todas las condiciones que favorecen la diseminación de los vectores. Las garrapatas son vectores de gran importancia, ya que se adaptan con facilidad a los diferentes climas y son capaces de transmitir una gran variedad de microorganismos. Las enfermedades causadas por estos se mantienen en un ciclo enzoótico y endémico y, anualmente, pueden causar brotes, lo cual puede afectar a los humanos en un ciclo epidémico. Este reporte está asociado al proyecto “Estudio sobre ecoepidemiología de enfermedades transmitidas por vectores y enfermedades febriles indiferenciadas en el Caribe colombiano” (INV 2759) de convocatoria externa del 2019 y fue financiado por el IIBT de la Universidad de Córdoba.
Sistema de monitoreo en tiempo real de los niveles freáticos y de calidad del acuífero del pozo de la Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia, sede Santa Marta
Authors:   Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia, Sierra-Carrillo María Margarita Rosa , Noguera-Polania José Fernando , Daconte-Blanco Aldo de Jesús , Rodríguez-Cuadrado Nelson Javier
Published: February 2024

La ciudad de Santa Marta, ubicada al norte de Colombia, ha experimentado una creciente demanda y escasez de agua potable, por lo que resulta necesario obtener el recurso hídrico con la ayuda de agua subterránea para proveer a la población; sin embargo, ha sido de carácter urgente revisar estas fuentes para establecer el nivel y las condiciones en las que se encuentra el agua. En esta investigación, se implementó un sistema de monitoreo en tiempo real en el acuífero situado en la Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia, sede Santa Marta, con el propósito de dar seguimiento de forma continua a las variables de nivel, conductividad, pH, temperatura y oxígeno disuelto. El prototipo instalado envía los datos de todos los parámetros, exceptuando la de nivel, a la plataforma de IO Adafruit a través de mensajería por medio de 3G, gracias al uso de un microcontrolador ESP32 que integra un módulo SIM800L. Los resultados muestran que el agua del pozo tiene altos índices de conductividad y oxígeno disuelto, no obstante, sucede lo contrario con la temperatura y el potencial de hidrógeno. Este trabajo de investigación fue financiado en el marco de la convocatoria interna de investigación de la Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia.
ESSENCE AND METHODOLOGICAL APPROACHES TO THE FORMATION OF PROFESSIONAL ETHICS OF A FUTURE TEACHER
Authors:   Naryn State University named after S. Naamatov, Bekturova Emilia
Published: February 2024

Today a direction has developed in pedagogical science, the object of which is the issues of a favorable psychological climate, a conflict-free educational space, a friendly environment, and harmonious professional development. In this article, new approaches to the organization of professional and personal training of future teachers are comprehended: competence-based, focused on the formation of competencies; systemic, involving the formation of professional ethics, culture in the system of all components of the pedagogical process; culturological, aimed at the formation of the professional ethics of the teacher through different types of cultures; activity, associated with the active purposeful interaction of the teacher with the subjects of the pedagogical process; personality-oriented, contributing to the self-realization of the individual, the development of his unique individuality. Keywords: favorable climate, educational space, friendly environment, development, future teacher, methodological approach, professional ethics, personality traits, formation, competencies.
THE PROBLEM OF CORRUPTION IN THE SPHERE OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND POLITICAL POWER
Authors:   ", Erkinbekov Kylychbek ,   Bishkek Innovation College"
Published: February 2024

As noted in the author's scientific article, the range of means used to combat this type of social evil is very wide and varied: it is advisable to take measures from education to the death penalty, as in China. The accumulation of funds depends on the mentality of the ethnic group, the demographic situation, the historical background, the real state of affairs in the economic, political, legal and cultural spheres, the international situation, etc. determined by many factors. The problem of corruption, therefore, has a specific state specificity and, of course, must be solved taking into account the relevant conditions and capabilities of each state. In other words, the problem of corruption is not of an objective nature, on the contrary, there is a problem of corruption in a particular state, and the expected accumulation of funds must correspond to the real conditions and capabilities of the said state.
FEATURES OF THE EPIDEMIC PROCESS OF MEASLES, MUMPS AND RUBELLA AT THE PRESENT STAGE
Authors:   Kyrgyz State Medical Academy named after I. K. Akhunbayev, Niyazalieva Mira , Toigombaeva Vera ,   Kyrgyz State Medical Academy named after I. K. Akhunbayev, Adambekov Dokturbek ,   Kyrgyz State Medical Academy named after I. K. Akhunbayev, Aldjambaeva Irina ,   Kyrgyz State Medical Academy named after I. K. Akhunbayev, Abdykerimova Nazira ,   Kyrgyz State Medical Academy named after I. K. Akhunbayev, Kaipova Umut ,   Kyrgyz State Medical Academy named after I. K. Akhunbayev
Published: February 2024

The article describes the epidemic process of measles, rubella and mumps. The analysis showed that the incidence of these infections after the introduction of immunoprophylaxis decreased by 6,1 times for measles, 47,0 times for rubella and 9,0 times for mumps. Nevertheless, despite the planned immunization, there are periodic epidemic rises in the incidence of measles and mumps infections. So in the period from 2018-2020yy. 4114 cases of measles were registered, involving mainly children under one year old (44,6%) and 1-4 years old (34,9%) with a high prevalence in Bishkek (46,0 0/0000), in Jalal-Abad (37, 6 0/0000) and Chui regions (26,6 0/0000). The introduction of revaccination against EP in the immunization schedule in 2015 led to a decrease in the level of 4,7 times (20,8 versus 97,9). Thus, in the republic, despite 99,7% vaccination coverage of the decreed age, endemic transmission of the measles virus continues with the development of outbreaks every 2-3 years and with sequential coverage of various regions; the epidemic process of mumps infection is characterized by the constant circulation of the mumps virus and is currently recorded with an average intensive rate of 5,6 0/0000.
Konuta Erişilebilirlik, Konut Talebi ve Talebi Etkileyen Faktörlerin Analizi: Ankara İli Örneği
Authors: Kapusuz Yunus Emre , Tanrıvermiş Harun
Published: February 2024

Kentsel konut piyasalarının işleyişine etki eden temel ekonomik esaslardan olan talep tahmininde kullanılan değişkenler makro ve mikro göstergeler olmak üzere iki başlıkta sınıflandırılmaktadır. Ulusal ve uluslararası çalışmalardaki talep analizleri incelendiğinde, temel makro ekonomik göstergelere yer verildiği görülmüştür. Mikro ölçekte ise tüketici tercihleri ön planda olmaktadır. Bu çalışmada, 2000-2021 dönemine ilişkin konut talebi modeli için Johansen Çoklu Eşbütünleşme yöntemi uygulanmıştır. Model sonuçlarına göre; nüfus artışı, hanehalkı geliri, gayrimenkul faaliyetleri ve yapı izin belgesi alan daire sayısı değişkenlerinde görülen artışların satış adetlerini artırıcı, konut fiyatlarında ve konut kredisi faiz oranında görülen artışların ise konut satışlarını azaltıcı bir etkiye sahip olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Diğer taraftan, tüketici kararlarını etkileyen faktörlerin belirlenmesi için Ankara ili Çankaya ilçesinde konut satın alan 793 kişiye anket uygulanmıştır. Anketin öne çıkan sonuçlarına göre; bireyler farklı mesafelerde ikamet edecek olmalarına rağmen ulaşım veya uzaklık değişkeni her iki cinsiyet grubu için en önemli seçenek olarak işaretlenmiştir. Konuta erişilebilirlik kapsamında ise Türkiye konut piyasalarının genel görünümü ve hanelerin konuta erişim koşulları tartışılmıştır. İlave olarak, konut kupon programı ve Adil Konut Kanunu örneği incelenerek bu başlıkta kapsamlı çalışmaların yapılması gerektiği vurgulanmıştır.
Türkiye'de İl ve Belediye Düzeyinde Kurulan Kardeş Kent İlişkileri Üzerine Bir Analiz
Authors: Erdem Nisa , Ersavaş Kavanoz Suna , Eker Damla
Published: February 2024

Kardeş kent ilişkileri, yerel yönetimlerin uluslararası ilişkilerinin önemli bir bölümünü oluşturmaktadır. Türkiye’de kardeş kent ilişkilerine yönelik çalışmalar sayı ve kapsam olarak sınırlıdır. Bu çalışmanın amacı, il düzeyinde kurulan kardeş kentler ile o illere bağlı belediyeler düzeyinde kurulan kardeş kentler arasındaki ilişkiyi araştırmaktır. Çalışma bulgularına göre; Türkiye’de il düzeyinde kurulan kardeş kent sayısı ile belediye düzeyinde kurulan kardeş kent sayısı arasında yüksek ve pozitif yönlü bir ilişki bulunmaktadır. Türkiye’de il düzeyinde kurulan kardeş kentlerin coğrafi dağılımı ile o ile bağlı belediye düzeyinde kurulan kardeş kentlerinin coğrafi dağılımı benzerlik göstermektedir. İl ve belediye düzeyinde kurulan kardeş kent ilişkilerinin ve kardeş kent seçiminin beşer yıllık yerel seçim dönemleri içinde ilişkisel bir anlam taşımadığı, kardeş kent kurma sürecinin kentsel siyasetin kısa dönemli etkilerinden ziyade daha geniş bir zaman dilimine yayılan uzun bir süreç olduğu anlaşılmıştır.
Advancing financial reporting in the Western Balkans: a bibliometric analysis of AI and IFRS integration for sustainable accounting
Authors: Vardari Luan
Published: February 2024

Purpose- This study aims to investigate the current state of financial reporting practices, focusing on integrating International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) for sustainable reporting in the Western Balkans.
Methodology- Our study conducted a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of scholarly articles, conference papers, and research publications in relevant academic databases. The analysis encompassed a range of parameters, including publication trends, thematic content, and geographical distribution.
Findings- Our bibliometric analysis revealed a growing interest in financial reporting, AI, IFRS, and sustainable reporting. Although the Western Balkans have made strides in adopting IFRS, challenges related to implementation and enforcement persist. Notably, research specific to this region is relatively scarce, highlighting the need for more context-specific studies. AI's potential in enhancing financial reporting and its application in sustainable reporting also emerged as promising areas of interest.
Conclusion- This study underscores the importance of advancing financial reporting practices in the Western Balkans by integrating AI technologies and sustainable reporting in line with IFRS. Future research should focus on tailored investigations in the Western Balkans to bridge the existing research gaps and address the region's unique challenges. This research contributes to the region's economic development and global integration while furthering the understanding of financial reporting, AI, and sustainability reporting.

Keywords: Financial reporting, AI, IFRS, sustainable reporting in accounting, Western Balkan, bibliometrics
JEL Codes: M14, M41, G12, G34,
Mapping the intellectual structure and evolution of information technology and auditing: a bibliometric review
Authors: Calderón Esteban Pérez , Alrahamneh Samer Azeez
Published: February 2024

Purpose- The goal of this study is to conduct a bibliometric analysis of papers relevant to information technology (IT) and auditing that were published in the Web of Science Core Collection database between 1978 and 2022.
Methodology- This study does a bibliometric analysis of 2991 audit and information technology publications from a pool of 7738. It works in two steps: descriptive performance metrics and co-word analysis. The descriptive metrics include publishing patterns, productive nations and authors, effect on certain areas and journals, number of citations by country, and publications with the highest citations. The co-occurrence analysis maps the ties between concepts by utilizing social network analysis methods to investigate the field's interconnections.
Findings- This study identifies six major trends in IT and auditing: increased technology use in internal auditing, the demand for information security expertise, transparency in the digital age, technology for ethical auditing, cloud-based auditing with blockchain, and post-COVID IT continuous auditing standards. These trends highlight the need for auditors to adapt to evolving technology and ethical considerations, prioritizing data security and privacy. Additionally, the survey reveals key authors, publications, and countries in this field, offering valuable insights for industry leaders and potential research collaborations.
Conclusion- This study provides a complete overview of the topic of IT and auditing by integrating several methodological techniques. This study provides direction for future research in addition to offering significant insight into the main research trends, issues, and problems in this subject.

Keywords: Information technology, auditing, co-occurrence analysis, bibliometric analysis.
JEL Codes: M41, M42
Research methodology in finance
Authors: Benjana H. , Mesnaoui O. , Yamani O.
Published: February 2024

Purpose- Our research aims to explore the different philosophical and epistemological concepts and approaches in traditional finance and behavioral finance, based on the analysis of scientific articles. We aim to provide a comprehensive insight into the theoretical foundations that guide these two branches of finance, with particular emphasis on the epistemological and methodological nuances that distinguish them.
Methodology- Our research is based on a careful analysis of the relevant scientific literature in traditional and behavioural finance. By giving specific importance to epistemological aspects, we try to discover the paradigms of thought that influence the understanding and interpretation of financial phenomena within these two fields. Similarly, our meticulous examination of this research aims to identify the preferred methodological approaches.
Findings- The results of the analysis show that traditional and behavioural finance have different epistemological and methodological approaches. most traditional financiers follow a quantitative research approach based on numerical data and a purely statistical analysis. However, behaviorists have opted for methodological triangulation, which further explains the combination of qualitative and quantitative approaches to achieve stronger results and that one can modify or complement the other. Behaviorists recognize the importance of cognitive and emotional biases in the decision-making process of individuals, leading to more holistic models and approaches. With regard to epistemology, most research in Finance on the positivist paradigm, on objectivity and on the relationship of cause and effect.
Conclusion- In conclusion, our study highlights the importance of developing research methodologies adapted to each discipline of management sciences, taking into account the specificities of each field. Moreover, the analysis of the scientific literature in traditional and behavioural finance shows that researchers must be aware of the different epistemological and methodological perspectives in order to conduct rigorous and valid research.

Keywords: Epistemology, methodology, management sciences, traditional finance, behavioural finance.
JEL Codes: B40, G10, G40
LIFEPLAN soil sampling v1
Authors: Giedre Banelyte Gaia , M Farrell Arielle , M.K. Rogers Hanna , Kerdraon Deirdre
Published: February 2024

Lifeplan is a global biodiversity monitoring project with the aim of assessing the current state of biodiversity worldwide, and using this knowledge to generate predictions of how biodiversity might look in the future. In this protocol, we describe the method used within the Lifeplan project for collecting soil samples on a global scale in a wide variety of environmental conditions and habitats. The aim is to use this data to identify species of fungi and create species lists for the different locations across the globe. This protocol contains a detailed description on the materials needed to take soil samples, the steps for preparing the samples for further analysis (e.g. DNA sequencing), as well as necessary information to help in species identification. We identify the equipment used in Lifeplan, but also give technical specifications of that equipment so that other users of this protocol can find equivalent alternative equipment. We also specify which metadata should be collected along with the soil samples. The technical solution we use to collect metadata in the Lifeplan project is described in detail in the full Lifeplan protocol. The expected outcome of this method is soil samples with associated metadata. The soil fungal species identification process in LIFEPLAN is based on metabarcoding and is outside the scope of this protocol. DNA sequencing and species identification will be described elsewhere.
Participant's Perspective on Arabic for Tourism Learning during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Maulani Hikmah , Faqih Ahmad
Published: February 2024

Abstract: The Covid-19 pandemic since 2019 has changed every aspect of online activities, including learning and tourism. The impact of the pandemic was felt directly in tourism Arabic learning as field observations are usually carried out, but the pandemic forced the closure of tourism. This study aims to obtain the perception of tourism Arabic learners during the COVID-19 pandemic and also found a description of the characteristics of learning during the pandemic. This study used an interview approach to obtain data, participants were students who were taking tourism Arabic lectures. The interview construct indicators were arranged with two themes, namely the adaptation of learners to online learning, the strategies of students doing assignments. The data is taken through whatssApp and google meet platforms, the analysis focuses on the answers from the compiled variable themes and the answers are analyzed by listening to the answers repeatedly. The results of the study show that there is an important role from the internal and external aspects of students in carrying out learning during the pandemic, this role is given by the environment, namely the condition of the family at home and their environment, lecturers, and also the concept of tasks and learning outcomes given by the lecturer.Keywords: Arabic, Pandemic, Tourism.
Impact of COVID-19 on the Global Tourism Economy
Authors: Syaifudin Arief , Hendarmawan Hendarmawan , Novianti Evi
Published: February 2024

COVID-19 has paralyzed the world tourism sector. Travel restrictions (land, air, and sea), quarantine policies by the competent authorities, and physical restrictions are the main factors for cessation of tourism activities. The tourism sector that relies on individual mobility is supported by transportation modes so that when this is limited, it will have an impact on decreasing tourist visits, occupancy rates and the cancellation of a number of festivals and events that are routinely held until in the end this condition has an impact on tourism sector income. This study aims to obtain an overview of the impact of COVID-19 on the income of the tourism sector in a number of countries. Through literature studies, it is hoped that sufficient information can be obtained so that it can be used as a consideration for tourism managers in developing the concept of sustainable tourism in the future.
The Effect of Perceived Value on Culture-Based Tourism In Istano Basa Pagaruyung on Revisit Intention
Authors: Rozi Fakhrul , Wulung Shandra Rama Panji
Published: February 2024

As a culture-based tourism destination, Istano Basa Pagaruyung attempted to enhance the strategy of domestic tourists’ revisit intention. Therefore, this study aimed to obtain findings regarding the Perceived Value, Revisit Intention, and the influence of Perceived Value on culture-based tourism at Istano Basa Pagaruyung on revisit intention. This type of research was descriptive and verification with explanatory survey methods. The samples in this study were 110 domestic tourists, using the incidental sampling technique because the target population was those who had visited Istano Basa Pagaruyung. The data analysis technique used was multiple regression analysis. The relusts obtained indicate that the description of Perceived Value variable had a significant effect on the revisit intention variable, and partially it was found that there were 2 sub-variables, namely social value and epistemic value, which had a significant effect on Revisit Intention. However, the two other dimensions, emotional value and conditional value which did not have significant direct effect on revisit intention. Tourists could receive social quality and knowledge about a culture very well so that they could become motivation or intentions to visit againAs a culture-based tourism destination, Istano Basa Pagaruyung attempted to enhance the strategy of domestic tourists’ revisit intention. Therefore, this study aimed to obtain findings regarding the Perceived Value, Revisit Intention, and the influence of Perceived Value on culture-based tourism at Istano Basa Pagaruyung on revisit intention. This type of research was descriptive and verification with explanatory survey methods. The samples in this study were 110 domestic tourists, using the incidental sampling technique because the target population was those who had visited Istano Basa Pagaruyung. The data analysis technique used was multiple regression analysis. The relusts obtained indicate that the description of Perceived Value variable had a significant effect on the revisit intention variable, and partially it was found that there were 2 sub-variables, namely social value and epistemic value, which had a significant effect on Revisit Intention. However, the two other dimensions, emotional value and conditional value which did not have significant direct effect on revisit intention. Tourists could receive social quality and knowledge about a culture very well so that they could become motivation or intentions to visit again
The Role Model of MICE Activities After the COVID-19 Pandemic in Indonesia
Authors: Syah Firman , Rajoendah Muhammad Iqbal Katik
Published: February 2024

This quantitative research applying SmartPLS3 aimed to look at the overall existing problems in the field related to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on MICE business actors and the hybrid model on the existence of MICE activities in Indonesia. The focus of the research was only five representative cities that are the target of MICE activities based on the government’s plan, including Jakarta, Bogor, Bali, Yogyakarta, and Malang. Considering that it has been a year since the COVID-19 pandemic ravaged countries in the world, especially in Indonesia, it brought its own problems. One of the sectors affected is tourism and MICE, and even worse, not a few business actors have given up. They finally switched professions in the fields of culinary, agriculture, and plantations as an alternative business during the pandemic. The emergence of this hybrid concept makes business actors keep moving on. Several alternative solutions prepared during the COVID-19 pandemic include holding virtual MICE, virtual tourism, virtual events, webinars, as well as holding meetings via the Google Meet and Zoom Meet applications, as well as holding teleconferences. This means that the development of the MICE industry will continue to be carried out through the use of more intense technology. It is undeniable that this new activity requires creativity and high quality so that the virtual event can run well
Gastronomic Travel Exploration Based on Healthy Traditional Beverage
Authors: Suyasa I Gede Wiwin
Published: February 2024

One beverage with a unique presentation from Yogyakarta is Wedang Uwuh.  Besides the presentation and health benefits also interesting to become a gastronomy tourist attraction that is unknown by the tourist who comes to this city. This paper aims to reveal how and why the concoction of the sacred and highly respected Sultan became the drink of ordinary people and develop a gastronomic sightseeing tour, adopting a phenomenological hermeneutic of study of literature methods approach to enable the bracketing of literature phenomena, combined with informant interview to gain a blended analysis that brings a different perspective of wedang uwuh historical interpretation. To ensure attractiveness in developing the Wedang Uwuh Gastronomic sightseeing tour and present the uncovered narration behind Wedang Uwuh, we are adopting the gastronomic tourism component method. The result finding that this beverage is part of ordinary people's tradition and since the reign of Mataram Kingdom. Wedang uwuh has at least 14 medical benefits for health. It is a unique blend made by the courtiers of Sultan Agung when accompanying the great Sultan meditating in order to determine the location currently known as Imogiri. However, the other perspective there was a "pagebluk" or pandemic in the form of typhoid and plague, where such a concoction was an immune booster to fight the pandemic. With such an interesting historical background and the extraordinary benefits of this wedang uwuh, it deserves to be the main object of a gastronomic tour package
Comparative Study of Responsible Tourism Trough Pro-Poor Tourism Approach in Kali Gajahwong Tourism Village and Code Tourism Village
Authors: Nisa An Nuur Khairune , Fadin Delfyan Intan Nurmala
Published: February 2024

This study aims to determine the comparison of community responsibility in Code Tourism Village and Kali Gajahwong Tourism Village with a pro-poor tourism (PPT) approach. The two tourist villages started as a slum riverbank area and then turned into a tourist destination. The method used is a qualitative descriptive method with data collection through observation, literature study, and in-depth interview.  The results of the study showed  differences in the degree of responsibility of people living in Code and Kali Gajahwong tourism villages from PPT perspective to achieve sustainable tourism. Nonetheless, the two tourist villages practice responsible tourism by prioritizing the interests of the environmental ecosystem while preserving the existence of local culture. The PPT approach reveals that there are differences in the degree of independence, the number of tourist visits, utilization of technology, and the psychological conditions of local communities when implementing tourism activities in Kali Gajah Wong and Code.
Tourism Education and Career Readiness: A Case Study of Himachal Pradesh Government Schools
Authors: Raj Shiv , Sharma Suman
Published: February 2024

Tourism education is recognized as a vital component in preparing students for careers within the dynamic hospitality and tourism industry. This research investigates the role of tourism education in shaping career readiness among students in Himachal Pradesh Government Schools. The research explores the current state of tourism education in these schools, analysing curriculum design, teaching methodologies, and the integration of practical experiences. Additionally, the study scrutinizes the perceptions of students, educators, and industry professionals regarding the effectiveness of existing programs in fostering career readiness. Through surveys, interviews, and document analysis, the research aims to identify strengths, weaknesses, and potential areas for improvement in the tourism education offered by Himachal Pradesh Government Schools. The findings of this study contribute valuable insights to the broader discourse on tourism education and its role in shaping career readiness, particularly in the context of government schools situated in tourist-centric regions. Ultimately, the research aims to inform educational strategies that better equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for successful and fulfilling careers in the dynamic field of tourism.
The Effect of Block System on Learning Interest of 11th Grade Students of ULP SMKN 9 Bandung
Authors: Ramadhan Rizal Rizky , Gitasiswhara Gitasiswhara , Wulung Shandra Rama Panji
Published: February 2024

This study examines the effect of the SMK learning block system on the learning interest of 11th grade ULP students with a Classroom Action Research (PTK) approach. Starting from the description of the block system learning and student interest in learning when the learning model takes place. with quantitative descriptive methods through simple linear regression data processing to determine the value of the influence of the vocational learning block system variable on student interest in learning Data collection is carried out through classroom observations, filling out questionnaires to students, and interviews with teachers as well as the curriculum vice-secretary and human resources (HR) bidand. This research is located at SMKN 9 Bandung , West Java. The results showed that there is no influence between the block system and students' interest in learning, there are other stronger factors that affect the interest in learning of students in class XI of the ULP.
Distribution Pattern of Artisan Gastronomy Tourism Location in Bandung City
Authors: Fatwa Mabitha Ratna Nur , Turgarini Dewi , Pratiwi Ilma Indriasri
Published: February 2024

The artisan gastronomy tourism sector has the potential to attract and support tourism in the city. This research aims to analyze the distribution pattern of famous eating places in the City and analyze the characteristics of tourists in attracting tourism in Surakarta City. The method applied in this research is descriptive qualitative approach, using primary and secondary data. The sampling technique used is non probability sampling with purposive sampling type. The results of data analysis show that the pattern of distribution of eating places in Bandung City is in groups, with location points scattered around the sate building, as well as adjacent to economic centers, cultural tourism centers, and other centers. Characteristics and attractiveness. Bandung has an influence as a tourism developer that attracts tourists, influenced by technological developments, easy accessibility, and a variety of specialties. In terms of the level of interest in artisan gastronomy places in Bandung, tourists are of the opinionthat artisan gastronomy products in this city are attractive