bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Corporate Governance Mechanism and Capital Structure Decision: Evidence from Indonesia
Authors: Lestari Agnes , Murhadi Werner R. , Ernawati Endang
Published: February 2024

Purpose: Decisions related to the capital structure are crucial for companies because the proportion of funding from debt and equity determines the company's value and is directly related to shareholders' welfare. This study aims to examine how corporate governance affects the capital structure.
Method: Board size, board independence, ownership concentration, audit reputation, management ownership, and institutional ownership are the independent variables considered in this study. In contrast, control variables were defined as firm size, liquidity, profitability, and growth. In order to determine how corporate governance affects capital structure in a sample of 395 non-financial companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, this study employs multiple linear regression analysis.
Result: The capital structure is significantly impacted negatively by board size, ownership concentration, firm size, profitability, and growth while positively impacted by independent commissioners, auditor reputation, managerial ownership, and institutional ownership. Liquidity has no impact on the capital structure.
KARAKTERISTIK KELUARGA, DUKUNGAN SOSIAL, INTERAKSI SUAMI-ISTRI, DAN KUALITAS PERKAWINAN PADA KELUARGA DENGAN PERNIKAHAN JARAK JAUH
Authors: Taufiiqoh Maitsaa' Rifdah , Krisnatuti Diah
Published: February 2024

Pernikahan jarak jauh merupakan fenomena menarik karena fisik yang berjauhan diduga berpengaruh terhadap keharmonisan keluarga, sehingga dibutuhkan dukungan sosial serta interaksi suami-istri yang baik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh dukungan sosial dan interaksi suami-istri terhadap kualitas perkawinan pada pernikahan jarak jauh. Responden dipilih secara purposive berjumlah 146 orang suami dan istri yang bekerja di Lembaga Negara X, berasal dari keluarga utuh, sudah memiliki anak, dan sedang menjalani pernikahan jarak jauh minimal selama 6 bulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan dukungan sosial dan interaksi suami-istri yang dirasakan responden tergolong sedang. Pada variabel kualitas perkawinan 53,2 persen responden laki-laki tergolong tinggi sementara 67,3 persen responden perempuan tergolong sedang. Terdapat perbedaan signifikan pada interaksi suami-istri dan kualitas perkawinan dengan rataan laki-laki lebih tinggi daripada perempuan. Hasil korelasi menunjukkan, semakin tinggi pendapatan responden, jumlah anak, dan dukungan sosial maka semakin tinggi kualitas perkawinan yang dirasakan. Hasil regresi menunjukkan semakin banyak jumlah anak, semakin besar dukungan sosial yang dirasakan, dan semakin baik interaksi suami-istri akan meningkatkan kualitas perkawinan. Oleh karena itu, keluarga diharapkan dapat memberikan dukungan dan membangun interaksi suami-istri yang baik guna mengoptimalkan kualitas perkawinan pada keluarga jarak jauh.
El Partido Comunista de Argentina ante el desafío de la “cultura de masas” (1935-1946)
Authors: Piro Mittelman Gabriel
Published: February 2024

El objetivo de este artículo es analizar la interacción que se produjo entre el avance de la llamada “cultura de masas”, que comenzó a hegemonizar el tiempo de ocio de los hogares proletarios, y la política cultural desarrollada por el Partido Comunista de Argentina (PC) bajo la aplicación de su orientación de Frente Popular, entre 1935 y 1946. A partir del análisis de sus vínculos con el cine, el teatro y la radiofonía, abordaremos las modulaciones, contradicciones y tensiones que implicaron para el PC la doble incidencia de, por un lado, la adopción de una orientación que tendía a horadar su identidad clasista, y por otro, del desafío que representó el avance de la “cultura de masas” por su influjo entre los trabajadores. Apelando al estudio de sus periódicos, revistas e iniciativas culturales, sostendremos que el PC desarrolló un conjunto de lecturas teóricas, de prácticas y la difusión de ciertos valores que resultaron por momentos superpuestos y contradictorios entre sí. La tensión entre expandir su influencia a ámbitos no obreros y al mismo tiempo conservar su inserción proletaria conllevó una hibridez en su política hacia la “cultura de masas”.
Advancements in software engineering using AI
Authors: Marar Hazem W.
Published: February 2024

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the space of software engineering marks a transformative period that reshapes traditional development processes and propels the industry into a new era of innovation. This exploration delves into the multifaceted impact of AI, from its roots in early symbolic AI to the contemporary dominance of machine learning and deep learning. AI’s applications span various domains, but its significance in software engineering lies in its ability to enhance efficiency, improve software quality, and introduce novel approaches to problem-solving. From automating routine tasks to streamlining complex development workflows, AI acts as a virtual collaborator, allowing human developers to focus on higher-order thinking and creativity. This study introduces the application of AI in software engineering. reverse-engineering, and development environments. Moreover, ethical considerations, challenges, and future trends, including explainable AI, reinforcement learning, and human-AI collaboration, are presented.
Free-living mites (Acari) of the Shokalsky Island, off the northern Gyda Peninsula, Kara Sea, High Arctic
Authors: Bizin Mikhail , Makarova Olga L.
Published: February 2024

The fauna of free-living mites of the Shokalsky Island, off the Gyda Peninsula, Kara Sea, totals at least 81 species belonging to 36 families. The suborder Prostigmata includes 38 species, vs 18 of Oribatida, 17 of Mesostigmata, 5 of Endeostigmata, and 3 of Astigmata. The most species-rich families are Ascidae (9 species), Eupodidae (7), Tarsonemidae (4), and Ceratozetidae (4). However, most genera (77%) are represented by one species only. Among mites identified to the species level, the Holarctic species prevail which show mainly arctic, arctic-montane, and arctic-boreal distribution patterns. The abundance of soil mites varies with 10160–299440 ind./m2, being the maximum in the soil of both dryad tundra and in a polar fox den on a hillock. Prostigmata are the most diverse mite group throughout, but the dominant species include either prostigmatic or endeostigmatic, or oribatid mites. The rare species, Charadracarus hurdi Newell, 1960, hitherto known only from Point Barrow, Alaska, has been found for the first time since its original description. Some features of the acarofauna of the Shokalsky Island are transitional between those characteristics of the polar desert and tundra zones.
Martes wenzensis Stach, 1959 within the early history of the genus Martes Pinel, 1792
Authors: Marciszak Adrian , Lipecki Grzegorz , Spassov Nikolai
Published: February 2024

Martes wenzensis Stach, 1959 is the only European Pliocene marten and possible ancestor of an evolutionary lineage leading through Martes vetus Kretzoi, 1942 to Martes martes Linnæus, 1758. Its occurrence ranged between c. 3.6–2.2 Ma and its presence is recorded herein from four sites: three Polish and one Bulgarian (Varshets). The oldest record from Węże 1, dated to 3.6–3.2 Ma, is also the most abundant and the type locality for this species. Only isolated teeth came from two other Polish sites, Węże 2 and Rębielice Królewskie 1A, dated to 2.5–2.2 Ma. The visceocranium from Varshets (c. 2.5 Ma) shows intermediate features between the type specimen from Węże 1 and the Early Pleistocene M. vetus, its possible descendant. The palaeontological records corroborate well with molecular data. The comparison of marten crania from Węże 1 and Varshets shows decrease in size and massiveness of teeth during the evolution of the species. Martes wenzensis shows an admixture of features inherent to M. vetus, M. martes, and M. foina Erxleben, 1777. The species resembles more M. vetus and M. martes than M. foina. It is described as a large, robust marten, with a flat forehead, short and broad viscerocranium, wide snout, robust canines, elongated and narrow premolars and enlarged carnassials.
Analyzing the transparency of corporate non-financial reporting
Authors: PETROV Sergei V.
Published: February 2024

Subject. The article considers the use of ESG reporting as an information base to assess a business entity.
Objectives. The aim is to carry out diagnostics of the degree of transparency of reporting information about the company's social environment.
Methods. The study employs analytical and comparative techniques for information processing.
Results. The paper lists objects that are reflected in modern non-financial reporting, characterizes the degree of their homogeneity. It also reveals the level of satisfaction of the information request in specific environmental and social areas, gives an integral assessment of transparency of the corporate non-financial reporting.
Conclusions. It is crucial to introduce social accounting into the accounting discipline of companies. For this purpose, the study offers a system of socio-environmental responsibility.
Firm Size, Market Risk, And Return Reversal Anomalies During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Sembiring Ferikawita M.
Published: February 2024

This research aims to prove whether firm size and market risk based on CAPM affect return reversal anomalies as indicators of market overreaction during the COVID-19 pandemic. This explanatory research used a sample of stocks on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) that could be profitable during the pandemic period up to the effective period of phase one and two vaccination. It was found that return reversal anomalies occurred in the short term on the IDX, and contrarian strategies resulted in profits. Factors of firm size and market risk affected the reversal of returns in specific periods but did not affect other periods. When firm size and market risk had no effect, the return reversal anomaly occurred entirely due to the investors' overreaction in response to the pandemic without regard to the size and market risk factors of companies whose stocks were the investment target.
Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Kinerja Karyawan pada Perusahaan Creative Agency di Jakarta Barat
Authors: Wijaya Mishell Anita , Yanuar Yanuar
Published: February 2024

Sumber daya manusia merupakan aspek krusial yang harus diperhatikan oleh perusahaan karena kinerja perusahaan yang optimal bergantung pada prestasi karyawan. Faktor-faktor seperti lingkungan kerja, kompensasi, karakter individu, dan motivasi diidentifikasi sebagai elemen penting yang mempengaruhi kinerja karyawan dalam konteks perusahaan. Lingkungan kerja yang positif, pemberian kompensasi yang sesuai, karakter individu yang baik, dan motivasi yang tinggi dapat meningkatkan kinerja karyawan, dan sebaliknya. Penelitian ini empiris menguji hubungan antara lingkungan kerja, kompensasi, dan karakter individu terhadap kinerja karyawan, dengan motivasi sebagai variabel mediasi di Perusahaan XYZ di Jakarta Barat, berdasarkan model konseptual dual factor theory. Karyawan Perusahaan XYZ di Jakarta Barat menjadi populasi penelitian, dengan 195 responden sebagai sampel. Metode kuantitatif digunakan dengan pengumpulan data melalui teknik purposive sampling dan distribusi kuesioner via Google Form. Hasil penelitian menggunakan SmartPLS menunjukkan bahwa lingkungan kerja, karakter individu, dan motivasi berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan. Sementara kompensasi tidak memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan. Selain itu, lingkungan kerja, kompensasi, dan karakter individu juga berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap motivasi kerja, dan motivasi mampu memediasi pengaruh kompensasi terhadap kinerja karyawan.

 

Human resources are a crucial aspect that companies must pay attention to because the optimal performance of a company depends on the achievements of its employees. Factors such as the work environment, compensation, individual characteristics, and motivation are identified as essential elements influencing employee performance in a corporate context. A positive work environment, appropriate compensation, good individual characteristics, and high motivation can enhance employee performance, and vice versa. This empirical research examines the relationship between the work environment, compensation, and individual characteristics on employee performance, with motivation as a mediating variable at Company XYZ in West Jakarta, based on the conceptual dual factor theory model. The employees of the Creative Agency in West Jakarta serve as the research population, with 195 respondents as the sample. A quantitative method is employed, utilizing purposive sampling techniques and distributing questionnaires via Google Form for data collection. The research results, analyzed using smartPLS, indicate that the work environment, individual characteristics, and motivation have a positive and significant impact on employee performance. Meanwhile, compensation does not have a significant influence on employee performance. Additionally, the work environment, compensation, and individual characteristics also positively and significantly affect work motivation, and motivation can mediate the influence of compensation on employee performance.
Pengaruh stunting terhadap perkembangan kognitif pada balita hingga remaja
Authors: Natassya Priska , Soesanto Sheila
Published: February 2024

The first five years of childhood are a period or stage of age that determines human quality in adulthood. The critical period of children up to the age of the first two years is a period called the window of opportunity that requires nutritional support, special stimulus, and intervention. The Problem of Lack of Protein Energy (KEP) is one of the main nutritional problems that occur in toddlers and is very influential on the child's growth process. To find out if toddlers are stunted, the World Health Organization (WHO) used the growth standard as a reference by measuring the value of Z (Z score). There are 3 indicators, namely weight for length (WLZ), length for age (LAZ), and weight for age (WAZ). If the child is stunted, then the Z Standard Deviation (SD) score in the LAZ score is less than -2. To measure motoric capability, MSEL: AGS (Mullen Scales of Early Learning: AGD Edition) can be used. This method is used to measure cognition in children by measuring 5 cognitive scales i.e. Gross motor (GM), fine motor, visual capture, receptive language, and expressive language. This stunting condition can affect the cognitive development and brain growth of the child. Cognitive decline can lead to a lack of productivity and can decrease the learning achievement of children, even to adolescence
Вплив складу електроліту та природи розчинника на фізико-механічні властивості гальванічних покриттів на основі нікелю
Authors:   Національний технічний університет України «Київський політехнічний інститут імені Ігоря Сікорського», Забалуєв Андрій , Ущаповський Дмитро ,   Національний технічний університет України «Київський політехнічний інститут імені Ігоря Сікорського», Васильєв Георгій ,   Національний технічний університет України «Київський політехнічний інститут імені Ігоря Сікорського», Лінючева Ольга ,   Національний технічний університет України «Київський політехнічний інститут імені Ігоря Сікорського», Воробйова Вікторія ,   Національний технічний університет України «Київський політехнічний інститут імені Ігоря Сікорського»
Published: February 2024

Стаття присвячена дослідженню впливу введення легуючого компонента - вольфраму, складу електроліту та природи розчинника на фізико-механічні властивості гальванічних покриттів на основі нікелю. SEM-дослідження морфології покриттів на основі нікелю показали, що з водних електролітів осаджуються більш дрібнокристалічні покриття ніж з неводних електролітів на основі низькотемпературних евтектичних розчинників (НЕР).
Evaluating the 7E impact of solar photovoltaic power plants at airports: a case study
Authors: Yousuf Muhammad Uzair , Saleem Muhammad Usaid , Umair Muhammad
Published: February 2024

The deployment of solar panels at airports offers numerous benefits, such as clean energy production, cost savings, emission reduction, improved energy security, and a positive public image. In this study, the performance of various solar panel technologies is investigated based on the 7E framework (i.e. energy, exergy, economic, energoenvironmental, exergoenvironmental, energoenviroeconomic, and energoenviroeconomic) at airports in Pakistan. Initially, available spaces at five international airports are identified followed by energy assessments conducted with PVSyst simulation software. Next, a mathematical model is developed to evaluate exergy, economic, energoenvironmental, exergoenvironmental, energoenviroeconomic, and exergoenviroeconomic parameters. Results show that all airports demonstrate favorable performance ratios. Specifically, Quetta airport emerges as the optimal location as per the 7E assessment, showcasing a reference yield of 2752 kWh/kW, final yield of 2420.8 kWh/kW, 27.63% capacity utilization factor, 0.031 $/kWh levelized cost of electricity, 5730 tons of CO2 avoided annually, and $488,826 per year in greenhouse gas revenue, achieved through thin film-based technology with single axis tracking. Peshawar airport stands out for its high energy efficiency, while Karachi airport excels in exergy analysis. The outcome of the study will provide insights into the potential of these systems to mitigate energy challenges, considering economic feasibility and environmental implications.
Pengaruh Keberadaan Jentik dan Perilaku 3M Plus terhadap Kejadian Demam Berdarah Dengue
Authors: Siregar Saadah , Mulyani Sri , Rizky Vincentia Ade , Akmal Dzul , Sutriyawan Agung
Published: February 2024

Penyakit menular yang masih menjadi permasalahan kesehatan masyarakat saat ini adalah demam berdarah dengue. Upaya pencegahan yang dapat dilakukan adalah dengan memutus rantai penularan dengan cara melakukan pemberantasan sarang nyamuk. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menganalisis pengaruh keberadaan jentik dan perilaku 3M plus terhadap kejadian demam berdarah dengue.Penelitian menggunakan desain cross sectional. Penelitian dilaksanakan di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Puter, pada bulan Juli - Agustus 2022. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah Kepala Keluarga yaitu sebanyak 7.110. Jumlah sampel sebanyak 67 kepala keluarga, diambil menggunakan teknik stratified random sampling. Uji statistik yang digunakan adalah uji chi square. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa variabel yang berpengaruh terhadap kejadian demam berdarah dengue adalah keberadaan jentik (p=0,006 dan POR=4,8), menutup tempat penampungan air (p=0,009 dan POR=4,8), menguras tempat penampungan air (p=0,041 dan POR=3,5), dan larvasida (p=0,027 dan POR=4,4). Penelitian ini dapat disimpulkan bahwa Kejadian DBD dapat dipengaruhi oleh beberapa faktor yaitu keberadaan jentik nyamuk, perilaku menutup, menguras dan menaburkan bubuk larvasida. Disarankan agar tenaga kesehatan lebih mengoptimalkan peran kadar dalam memantau perilaku pemberantasan sarang nyamuk yang dilakukan oleh masyarakat.
Determinan Stunting pada Balita di Masa Pandemi Covid-19 di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Pirak Timu Kabupaten Aceh Utara
Authors: Tampubolon Elmina , Girsang Vierto Irennius
Published: February 2024

Pandemi Covid-19 di Indonesia menyebabkan tidak terlaksananya beberapa pelayanan kesehatan dasar khususnya Posyandu sehingga dapat menghambat tercapainya target nasional tahun 2024 yaitu menurunkan angka stunting menjadi 14%. Tujuan penelitian adalah menganalisis determinan kejadian stunting pada anak balita di era pandemi Covid-19 di daerah kerja Puskesmas Pirak Timu Kabupaten Aceh Utara. Jenis penelitian adalah kuantitatif analitik. Sampel penelitian ini adalah ibu balita stunting yang tinggal di area kerja Puskesmas Pirak Timu Kabupaten Aceh Utara sebanyak 65 orang. Data dikumpulkan dengan cara wawancara menggunakan kuesioner dilaksanakan pada bulan Desember 2021 sampai Januari 2022. Data disajikan berdasarkan hasil analisis univariat yaitu distribusi frekuensi setiap variabel), analisis bivariat dengan menggunakan uji chi square, dan multivariat dengan menggunakan uji statistik regresi logistik ganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan riwayat ASI Ekslusif, pola makan, pengetahuan, dan pendapatan berhubungan dengan stunting pada balita dan variabel yang paling berhubungan adalah pendapatan. Kesimpulan yang didapatkan adalah pendapatan, pengetahuan, pemberian ASI dan pola makan adalah faktor yang berhubungan dengan stunting pada balita di era Covid 19.
Penyelenggaraan Pos Upaya Kesehatan Kerja Terintegrasi di Desa Wisata Kasongan, Bantul- D.I. Yogyakarta
Authors: Agustin Helfi , Arianto Machfudz Eko , Rifai Muchamad
Published: February 2024

Puskesmas yang telah menyelenggarakan pos UKK di D.I Yogyakarta berjumlah 222 di tahun 2022. Dari penelitian terdahulu, sebagian besar pelaksanaan program pos UKK belum spesifik. Pos UKK Kasongan Sehat berada di Desa Wisata Kasongan dengan daya tarik desa wisata menjadikan proses produksi gerabah sebagai wisata edukasi disamping penjualan produksi gerabah di desa wisata secara ecer maupun demo produk yang akan di ekspor, sehingga sangat perlu ditingkatkan keselamatan dan kesehatan pekerjanya. Penelitian kualitatif ini bertujuan melakukan analisis penyelenggaraan upaya kesehatan terintegrasi di pos UKK  Kasongan Sehat Bantul. Informan penelitian ditetapkan dengan teknik   purposive sampling terdiri dari 1 orang programer kesehatan kerja di Puskesmas Kasihan 1, 2 orang kader pos UKK Kasongan Sehat, 5 orang pekerja di industri gerabah di Kasongan, dan 1 orang dukuh. Teknik pengumpulan data indepth interview  dan observasi. Data dianalisis dengan metode content analysis. Temuan penelitian; dasar penyelenggaraan pos UKK adalah peraturan Bupati Bantul nomor 42 tahun 2015. Pos UKK ini telah menerapkan pos UKK terintegrasi sesuai Permenkes nomor 100 tahun 2015, terlihat dari upaya kesehatan kerja yang terintegrasi dengan kegiatan posyandu.  Kegiatan rutin tanggal 20 setiap bulan meliputi pengukuran tekanan darah, berat badan, P3K dan pemberian rujukan ke puskesmas. Puskesmas telah menyalurkan sarana dan prasarana dan menyelenggarakan pelatihan pertolongan pertama untuk penanganan luka bagi kader.  Upaya kesehatan kerja oleh kader di pos UKK Kasongan masih fokus pada cara pandang sakit atau paradigma yang menekankan upaya kuratif karena kurangnya pelatihan tentang Keselamatan dan Kesehatan Kerja baik pada pembina maupun kader pos UKK. Dibutuhkan pelatihan dan pembinaan yang spesifik tentang K3 bagi pembina maupun kader pos UKK di puskesmas.
The Russian Fairy-Tale Heritage as an Object of Intangible Ethno-Cultural Heritage: Problems of Its Actualization and Use in Cultural Institutions
Authors: Добровольская В.Е. , Чернышева Ю.С.
Published: February 2024

В связи с принятием Федерального закона «О нематериальном этнокультурном достоянии Российской Федерации» особенно важным стал вопрос о взаимодействии ученых и работников культуры не только в сфере выявления и изучения объектов этнокультурного достояния, но и в направлении использования, актуализации, сохранении и популяризации. Можно выделить ряд форм работ с русским сказочным наследием: и выпуск сказочных сборников, и проекты культурно-просветительского характера. Последние включают в себя научно-популярные лекции, фестивали, посвященные сказкам и сказочникам, подкасты, выступления людей, исполняющих фольклорные сказки, издания на компакт-дисках и многое другое. К сожалению, в настоящее время в большинстве случаев мы наблюдаем либо исследовательскую работу ученых, связанную с публикацией полевых архивных материалов, анализом сказочной традиции региона или творческого наследия конкретных сказочников, либо, напротив, различные проекты фестивального характера, которые проводят специалисты культурно-досуговых учреждений. В данной работе мы рассмотрим два эти направления в области работы со сказками на примере Псковской, Нижегородской, Смоленской, Ульяновской областей, Республики Карелия и других регионов России и остановимся на уникальном опыте Пермского края, представляющего собой результат совместной работы представителей науки и культуры.

In connection with the adoption of the Federal Law “On Intangible Ethno-Cultural Heritage of the Russian Federation,” the interaction between scholars and cultural workers has become particularly important not only for identifying and studying objects of ethno-cultural heritage, but also in the ways they are used, their preservation and popularization. There are many ways of working with the Russian fairy-tale heritage, including the publication of fairytale collections and cultural and educational projects. The latter also include popular lectures, festivals dedicated to fairy-tales and storytellers, podcasts, performances of folk tale performers, the publication of folk tales on CDs. Unfortunately, in most cases, at present we observe either scholarly work related to the publication of field archival materials, the analysis of the fairy-tale tradition of a particular region or the creative heritage of specific storytellers, or, on the contrary, we see projects of a festival nature, which are carried out by specialists of cultural and leisure institutions. In this paper, we will consider these two areas in the field of fairy-tales on the example of Pskov, Nizhny Novgorod, Smolensk, Ulyanovsk regions, the Republic of Karelia and other regions of Russia, and also focus on the unique experience of the Perm region which is the result of joint work by representatives of academia and of culture.
Mapping Hydrogen Positions along the Proton Transfer Pathway in an Organic Crystal by Computational X-ray Spectra
Authors: Ge Guoyan , Zhang Jun-Rong , Wang Sheng-Yu , Wei Minrui , Ji Yongfei , Duan Sai , Ueda Kiyoshi , Hua Weijie
Published: February 2024

Understanding the proton transfer dynamics through hydrogen bonds is a fundamental issue in chemistry, especially in condensed phases. While time-resolved X-ray spectroscopy offers a unique probe localized within the hydrogen bonds, accurate interpretation remains a challenge and relies on high-quality theoretical spectral references that map the proton motions. Here, with hybrid quantum mechanical and molecular mechanical (QM/MM) simulations, we computed a two-dimensional (2D) map of the N1s X-ray photoelectron/absorption spectra (XPS/XAS) for an organic crystal, composed of protonated 4,4'-bipyridine (BpyH$^+$, acceptor) and 5-sulfosalicylic acid (Sulfo$^-$, donor), with respect to varying hydrogen positions at nitrogens N1 and N2 of BpyH$^+$. We obtained a continuous picture of each spectrum and the chemical shift, mapping the proton transfer processes from O--H$\cdots$N to O$^{-}\cdots$H$^{+}$--N at N1 and from O$^{-}\cdots$H$^{+}$--N to O--H$\cdots$N at N2. We demonstrate that N1s transient XPS/XAS spectra are sensitive probes for hydrogen positions and proton transfer processes. We observe that reducing the O--H distance at the N1 site by only 0.2 {\AA}, compared to the crystal structure determined from X-ray diffraction (XRD), provides an excellent match between the QM/MM and experimental spectra, consistently in both XPS and XAS. Our calculations also demonstrate that geometry optimizations with periodic boundary conditions are difficult to refine the proton positions in experimental crystal structures, whereas our scaled snapshot protocol offers a more effective way. Our study reveals a nonlinear behavior of the absorption energy for the $\pi_1^*/\pi_2^*$ peak in XAS with increasing N--H distance, exhibiting a distinct barrier at around 0.95 \AA. This study provides a clear mapping of the two correlated proton transfer dynamics into X-ray spectra within a complex crystal, offering insights for future transient experimental studies.
A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Self Instructional Module (SIM) on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Breast Cancer Among Late Adolescents Studying in Selected Degree Colleges at Dharwad, Karnataka
Authors: Japannavar Sujata , Vijayakumar Sujatha
Published: February 2024

Background Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer in women. The knowledge and attitude of breast cancer is poor among adolescents. The present study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitude among late adolescents on breast cancer to develop self-instruction module and to determine effectiveness of self instruction module in improving the knowledge and attitude.Methods A evaluatory approach using one group pre-test post-test design was adopted. A sample of 335 adolescents was selected using purposive sampling technique from the selected degree colleges of Dharwad. The designed tool showed content validity index of 0.89 reliability ofnbsp knowledge 0.90 and attitude 0.88. The pretest was conducted to assess the knowledge and attitude among late adolescents regarding breast cancer using a designed tool following which self-instruction module was administered. Following this post-test was conducted after thirty days using the same designed tool and the data was collected in the form of scores. The obtained scores were tabulated and computed using SPSS 20.0 version software for statistic analysis.Results The study found that mean pretest knowledge and attitude scores were less than mean post-test knowledge and attitude scores and mean enhancement in knowledge and attitude was 41.46 and 47.25 respectively. The study revealed the effectiveness of the self-instruction module on knowledge and attitude scores to be 33.54 and 29.95 for 334 degrees of freedom with P lt0.001. The knowledge and attitude levels improved to adequate knowledge and good attitude towards breast cancer. Further the study found significant association between all the socio-demographic variables except age and found no significant correlation between pretest knowledge and attitude scores.Conclusion The study found that the self-instruction module was effective in improving the knowledge and attitude and found significant association of pretest knowledge and attitude scores with selected demographic variables. The study concluded that the self-instruction module can bring significant awareness among population and recommended that more evidenced based research must be conducted to bring awareness about breast cancer among large groups.
AUTOMATION OF A SMALL-SCALE INDUSTRIAL WATER PURIFICATION PLANT
Authors: Mahmudul Hasan Shahajada , Nahid Hossain Md. , Khorshed Alam Md.
Published: February 2024

Safe potable water for human use has become an emerging concern in this era. A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based automatic water treatment plant has been designed to remove unexpected materials from water and to confirm drinking quality of water. The conventional methods used in older times result into problems like empty running, dose and coagulation control, overflow, leakage etc. The operations of the plant such as water intake from raw water tank, water intake for chlorination, mixing of chlorine water with raw water, and water feed into various treatment chambers are done automatically. For automation PLC and microcontroller are used to control the above-mentioned functions. The iron content is reduced to negligible amount and contaminations are removed to ensure safe, odorless, clean water.
DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF SUGARCANE BUD CHIPPER MACHINE TO IMPROVE THE FARM PRODUCTIVITY
Authors: Mukhtar Hasham , Owais Muhamad , Mohsin Waqas Muhammad , Niaz Yasir , Ikram Kamran , Ashraf Muhammad
Published: February 2024

Sugarcane holds immense significance, particularly in a nation like Pakistan, where it is a staple for millions of people. Sugarcane farming in Pakistan spans from small individual farms to corporate enterprises. While modern machinery with advanced technology has been developed to simplify sugarcane cultivation, it’s primarily accessible to corporate farmers due to its high cost. Consequently, there is a pressing need for a cost-effective, user-friendly machine that can deliver excellent results, enhance profits, and be more accessible. In the traditional method of planting sugarcane, the sugarcane is typically cut into pieces and buried. However, only a single bud-chip is required for sugarcane growth, leading to wastage of the remaining sugarcane. The machine is designed to precisely extract single bud-chips from sugarcane, saving time compared to manual and other cutting methods. The primary objective of this project is to streamline the bud-chip extraction process through the aforementioned machine, which demands less human labor, reduces investment costs, and saves time, making it a profitable investment for all farmers. The core purpose of this development is to enhance sugarcane germination while using a smaller quantity of sugarcane. In this method, only bud-chips are utilized to cultivate the sugarcane nursery. The initial weight of the sugarcane ranged from 0.92 kg to 1.21 Kg, and the length of the sugarcane from these selected stalks varied between 53 and 84 inches. The combined weight of the three sugarcane stalks was 3.28 kg, but after removing the buds, it reduced to 2.45 kg, with the bud-chips themselves accounting for a weight of approximately 0.74 kg. This approach to sugarcane production will bolster farm productivity and sustainability.
FLUID DYNAMIC PERFORMANCE AND PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS OF A NOVEL FLEXIBLE OSCILLATING WIND TURBINE
Authors: Zhang Dayu
Published: February 2024

While the variable pitch angle design has been proven to significantly enhance the performance of vertical axis wind turbines, its implementation requires the addition of extra mechanical devices, such as a chain-and-sprocket system. These additional mechanisms not only increase system friction and produce extra vibrations but also cause vertical axis wind turbines to lose their omnidirectional characteristics. To address this issue, this study proposed a novel flexible oscillating wind turbine, wherein the function of changing the pitch angle is accomplished through the deformation of flexible blades. To reveal the internal flow field mechanism of this novel turbine, particle image velocimetry experiments were conducted. The results indicate that the flexible blade can alter its posture to form a suitable angle of attack under different azimuth angles. In the downstream region, the blades spread out to generate a substantial positive torque. In contrast, in the upstream region, the blades are in a diversion state, always maintaining a small angle of attack to avoid generating excessive negative torque. Wind tunnel experiments were carried out on the flexible oscillating wind turbine to explore the effects of wind speed and key geometric parameters on the turbine’s performance. The results show that the novel flexible oscillating wind Turbine maintains high efficiency even under low wind speed conditions.
THE EFFECTS OF SOLAR RADIATION AND THERMAL INSULATION ON ENERGY CONSUMPTION AND SAVING IN BUILDINGS
Authors: A.Qurbaj Ahmed Masoud , Mousa Algharbi Nabil , Khalifa Abulkarim Abdulkarim
Published: February 2024

The solar energy falling on the earth is a huge energy. Research and studies are still being developed to improve this energy. This research works on the optimal exploitation of solar radiation falling directly on the building of the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Sirt and calculating the amount of heat in summer and winter. The amount of heat energy transferred in winter is much less than that which enters the building in summer. Calculations proved that the amount of heat gained through the wall of the room reached (8662.27 W) in the summer on the date (10/7/222), while the amount of heat energy in the winter (5705.10 W) on (10/1/2022), The amount of heat gained through a concrete wall is less than that gained through glass.The room was insulated using polystyrene with thermal conductivity properties (0.036 W/m2) and the amount of heat entering the room was 702.77W in summer and 5702.36 W in winter. Through the comparisons, it becomes clear the importance of using thermal insulation, as the thermal energy entering the building without insulation was higher than it was when using insulation. In the same circumstances, the use of photovoltaic panels for electricity is very important, which explains the possibility of using solar energy in the same site to produce electricity to run air conditioning units in the summer and operate heating units in winter, and the possibility of this succeeding or not.
Confirmatory Factor Analysis Applied to the Business Model of the Artisan Sector, case of Tenango de Doria, Hidalgo, Mexico
Authors: Cordero Gabriela Ortiz , Mohedano Gisela Yamin Gómez , Alonso Maria Teresa Sarabia
Published: February 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine the applicability and effectiveness of the Canvas Model in the artisan sector, specifically focusing on microenterprises in Tenango de Doria, Hidalgo, Mexico. The goal is to understand how the various components of the Canvas Model influence the success of local handicrafts, identifying key factors for their development and sustainability.
 
Theoretical Framework: The study is based on the theoretical foundations of the Canvas Model, which includes nine key elements crucial for business success. Recent literature highlights the need for tailored business strategies in artisan sectors, recognizing the unique challenges and opportunities they present.
 
Design/Methodology/Approach: A cross-sectional and correlational quantitative research design is adopted. Surveys are conducted with 401 potential customers of "Tenango" handicrafts, followed by a confirmatory factor analysis to evaluate the nine key elements of the Canvas Model.
 
Findings: The findings underscore the importance of 'sales', 'distribution channels', and 'innovation' in the Canvas Model within the artisan sector, while 'key partners' emerge as less significant. These findings suggest the need to adapt the Canvas Model to the artisanal context, focusing on effective sales and distribution strategies and strengthening the unique value proposition of the crafts.
 
Research, Practical & Social Implications: This pioneering study provides a solid foundation for future research in the artisan sector and offers valuable insights for the development of business strategies. The findings have significant implications not only for the artisans of Tenango de Doria but also for other artisan contexts, potentially guiding the development and sustainability of micro-enterprises in various cultures and regions.
 
Originality/Value: The study marks a novel approach by applying a quantitative analysis to assess the Canvas Model in the artisan sector, highlighting the complexities of formulating a successful business model in this field and contributing valuable perceptions for its development and sustainability.
Pengaruh Soft skill terhadap Kesiapan Menjadi Guru Pada Mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Ekonomi FKIP ULM
Authors: Roofiq Muhammad , Ratumbuysang Monry Fraick Nicky Gillian , Hasanah Mahmudah , Nor Baseran
Published: February 2024

Teacher students as prospective teachers must have teaching skills as preparation to become teachers. Apart from teaching skills, readiness to become a teacher is also influenced by the soft skills possessed by students. The aim of this research is to find out whether soft skills have a significant influence on readiness to become a teacher. The type of research used is associative quantitative research. The sample in this study was 109 which was collected using random sampling. Analysis of the data used in this research uses prerequisite analysis tests with normality tests and linearity tests, simple linear regression tests, and determinant coefficients (R2). The results of the research show that there is a positive and significant influence of the soft skill variable on the readiness to become teachers in study program students. economic education FKIP ULM.
A Case Study of Project-based Learning in Cheerleading Courses——Taking The Affiliated High School of Peking University as an Example
Authors: Yang Jing , Sha Mo , Sun Tingting , Tang Hongbin , Pang Jian
Published: February 2024

The cheerleading course adopts a teaching mode that combines project-based learning (PBL) and the Dalton plan. Through case practice, summary and reflection, the PBL and Dalton plan mode are organically combined, integrating problem decomposition, team building, and rule establishment into the classroom. Students' ability to solve problems in real situations has been improved to a certain extent. After experiencing real task processes and solving problems encountered, Accurate self-positioning, the entire course and competition not only utilizes professional knowledge and abilities, but also permeates and cultivates emotions, positions, attitudes, and other aspects; Students are willing to study hard in a pleasant environment, able to play different roles, and have a "contract" planning process throughout the entire process, which enhances their core competencies. The teacher is responsible for building scaffolding, answering questions, and managing emergencies, ultimately ensuring that PBL results are reviewed and completed in the classroom.
College students' innovation and entrepreneurship the cultivation and value of financial literacy
Authors: Li Jiaxin
Published: February 2024

In today's era, innovation and entrepreneurship have become an important driving force to promote social progress and development. As a college student in the new era, cultivating financial literacy not only contributes to personal wealth management, but also provides solid support on the road of entrepreneurship in the future. It is crucial for college students to cultivate financial literacy, because innovation and entrepreneurship require comprehensive knowledge and skills. Financial literacy, as an essential part, can help college students better grasp business opportunities, make wise decisions, and effectively manage finances. Through the cultivation of financial literacy, college students can not only improve their personal wealth management ability, but also lay a solid foundation for their future entrepreneurial road. Therefore, universities and society should attach importance to financial literacy education and cultivate more innovative and entrepreneurial talents with financial literacy. This paper will deeply discuss the importance of financial literacy to college students' innovation and entrepreneurship, and put forward corresponding training strategies.
The Novel "Anak Rantau" by A. Fuadi as an Idea for Creating Illustrations
Authors: Aldiansyah Muhammad , Fitryona Nessya
Published: February 2024

This article discusses the illustrations from the novel "Anak Rantau" by A. Fuadi, intended as a catalyst for solutions to address issues related to teenage reading interest (literacy) and moral crisis. The illustrations aim to motivate teenagers to engage in reading. By presenting illustrations from the novel "Anak Rantau," it is hoped that teenagers will be intrigued to understand the novel's content, resulting in moral outcomes aligned with the ethical values conveyed by the novel. The illustrations employed in this work are of the digital kind, reflecting the advancements in digitally based illustration techniques in this era of globalization. The technique involves a manual combination executed with the assistance of the Medibang application for digitization. Pens, watercolors, and oil pastels serve as the tools and materials used to sketch, color, and finalize the artwork, which is then transferred onto a digital canvas measuring 40 x 60 cm. From this discussion, it can be concluded that this work constitutes illustrations as an alternative solution, employing an approach that utilizes illustrations as catalysts to enhance reading quality, ultimately culminating in the moral improvement of teenagers
TO THE PROBLEM OF RESTORATION OF CULTURAL VALUES OF UKRAINE: SOCIO-CULTURAL INITIATIVES
Authors: Kuznetsova Tetyana , Soprun Vladyslav
Published: February 2024

The article examines the problem of the impact of Russian aggression on the cultural heritage of Ukraine, analyzes the amount of damage and destruction of its objects. The authors of the article analyze existing socio-cultural initiatives, the purpose of which is to protect the cultural heritage and restore the cultural values of Ukraine. It has been established that the existing initiatives are quite diverse and versatile, as they approach the issue of saving cultural values from different points of view. At the same time, they are separate and uncoordinated among themselves, because some of them have similar, if not identical, areas of activity. Despite the fact that today there are also international initiatives aimed at saving Ukrainian cultural values, they are created «from outside», so Ukrainian institutions do not have a significant influence on them. We see a problem in the absence of a global international organization created in Ukraine and partially financed by its government, which would take care of spreading information about the problem of the destruction of Ukrainian cultural heritage objects to external audiences, collecting funds for the restoration of cultural values and «building bridges» between various initiatives, public organizations, business representatives and experts to better coordinate efforts and achieve more impressive results. Obviously, with proper planning, such an organization has great potential to achieve its goal, because the topic of restoration of cultural values is quite relevant and in demand today. Having reviewed various projects and initiatives aimed at preserving Ukrainian cultural heritage, we notice that all of them are quite diverse and versatile, as they approach the issue of saving cultural values from different points of view. In addition, it is important that the preservation of heritage is the main activity of such an organization, which would allow it not to disperse its capabilities, but to concentrate resources on the main goal. We see the prospect of further research in a detailed analysis of all aspects of creating such an organization in the future.
CITIZEN JOURNALISM IN UKRAINE AND GLOBALIZATION MEDIA PROCESSES DURING THE RUSSIAN-UKRAINIAN WAR
Authors: Kharchenko Oleg
Published: February 2024

The scientific work considers citizen journalism as a modern phenomenon of the multimedia space of Ukraine, modern trends in the development of citizen journalism during the Russian-Ukrainian war. The study highlights the main features of this type of journalism, which is actively developing in social networks and other Internet platforms. The main ones include speed and mobility, ease of publication and submission of material, large audience coverage, immediate feedback and the possibility of live communication, crowdsourcing and diversity of viewpoints, activism and promotion. The object of the research is the modern Ukrainian media discourse during the war. Ukrainian news reports and analytics created by public journalists during the Russian-Ukrainian war served as material for the analysis. During the Russian-Ukrainian war, a citizen journalist becomes available to the general public of Ukraine, both amateur and professional. The blog has become a tool for the development and unstoppable growth of the influence of citizen journalism on the formation of public opinion, by providing information from the first sources, efficiency and mobility, ease of submitting material and its perception, a large audience of coverage and interactivity, crowdsourcing and diversity of points of view. The appearance of video materials and text messages of leading bloggers of Ukraine in the columns of world publications and in the TV programs of leading companies in the world indicates the rapid growth and strengthening of trust in this type of journalism. We see the prospects for further research in the analysis of new trends in the development of citizen journalism, the emergence of new features and even genres, convergence of formats of traditional mass media and social platform blogs.