bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ANALISIS RASIO KEUANGAN UNTUK MENGUKUR KINERJA KEUANGAN PEMERINTAH DAERAH KABUPATEN BANYUMAS TAHUN ANGGARAN 2019-2023
Authors: Fitri Fadilah , Kamela Hurian
Published: February 2025

Latar belakang: Latar belakang: Dengan disahkannya Undang-Undang Nomor 22 Tahun 1999 tentang Pemerintahan Daerah, otonomi daerah mulai berlaku di Indonesia. Dalam sistem desentralisasi, kewenangan pengelolaan anggaran daerah sesuai dengan aturan di pusat dan daerah diserahkan kepada pemerintah daerah masing-masing. Analisis rasio keuangan sebagai penilaian efisiensi pengelolaan anggaran oleh Pemerintah Daerah. Tujuan penelitian yaitu untuk mengetahui tentang Pemerintah Daerah Kabupaten Banyumas mengelola keuangannya pada tahun anggaran 2019-2020
Metode penelitian: Penelitian berdasarkan metode deskriptif kuantitatif. Data sekunder yaitu Laporan Realisasi APBD Kabupaten Banyumas yang dapat dilihat pada situs resmi Bkad Banyumas.
Hasil penelitian: Dari penelitian ini menjelaskan skor Kemandirian Keuangan Daerah Kabupaten Banyumas masih rendah, sejalan dengan hasil Rasio Ketergantungan Daerah yang sangat tinggi dalam 5 tahun terakhir, pembangunan daerah di Kabupaten Banyumas masih sangat bergantung pada pemerintah pusat, PAD yang dihasilkan belum optimal untuk membiayai kegiatan pemerintahan yang ada.
 Kesimpulan: Sebagai kesimpulan, keuangan pemerintah Kabupaten Banyumas sangat bergantung pada pemerintah pusat dan provinsi. Selama tahun anggaran 2019-2023, desentralisasi di Kabupaten Banyumas masih cukup rendah dan sangat bergantung pada pemerintah pusat.
Determining the Assurance of Rights and Interests for Gig Workers in the Malaysian Ride-Hailing Industry: A Strategic Analysis for Sustained Industry Participation
Authors: Syahril Silvia Devita
Published: February 2025

This study explores the rights and interests of ride-hailing workers within Malaysia’s growing gig economy, which offers both opportunities and challenges. The gig economy, particularly in ride-hailing services, provides flexibility and increased income potential but also raises concerns regarding worker protections. This study explores the working conditions, employment status, and social protections available to ride-hailing workers in Malaysia, focusing on issues such as worker classification, fair earnings, safety measures, and the power dynamics between platform companies and workers. Additionally, the paper examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the stability of workers’ incomes and the overall gig economy. A significant gap in the existing literature is the lack of comprehensive analysis into the unique challenges faced by Malaysian gig workers, especially in navigating the post-pandemic landscape. The research methodology involves a quantitative approach by using questionnaires surveys with ride-hailing drivers to gather insights into their experiences. The expected findings suggest that while ride-hailing services offer flexibility, many workers still struggle with income instability, limited social protections, and an imbalance of power between workers and platform companies. The paper proposes that for sustained industry participation, policy reforms are necessary, including clearer worker classification, improved social protections, and strategies to ensure more stable incomes. By addressing these issues, the study aims to contribute to the development of a more balanced regulatory framework in Malaysia’s gig economy, promoting both innovation and the well-being of gig workers.
Exploring Plant Metaphors in Quranic Da’wah: An Analysis of the Al-Mathal Linguistic Style
Authors: Ramli Saipolbarin , Osman Mohd nor Adli , Abdul Ghani Mohammad Taufiq , Ibrahim Muhammad Imran
Published: February 2025

The Al-Qur’an dedicates approximately 1,300 verses-nearly one-sixth of its content-to describing the creation of beings, with plant metaphors constituting around 15%. These metaphors play a significant role in conveying Allah’s messages, utilizing the relatable and universal nature of plants to communicate profound spiritual, ethical, and moral lessons. This study aims to analyze Quranic verses featuring plant metaphors to understand their symbolic and functional significance within the Quranic Da’wah methodology. The research employs a qualitative approach, combining historical and documentary methods with extensive library research to collect data. Digital linguistic tools such as ATLAS.ti were utilized to systematically categorize and analyze the verses, identifying linguistic patterns and metaphorical usage. The analysis was further enriched by integrating classical and contemporary interpretations from renowned Islamic scholars, alongside interdisciplinary perspectives, including literary criticism and ecological theology. Key findings reveal nine Quranic verses employing plant metaphors, categorized into five thematic topics: the light of Almighty Allah, the character of Prophet Muhammad PBUH and his companions, the word of Tawhid, the comparison of human life processes to plant growth, and the depiction of wealth and charity through plant imagery. These metaphors not only illustrate divine truths but also enhance the Quran’s linguistic beauty, making it a powerful tool for Dawah. The study concludes that plant metaphors are pivotal in Quranic discourse, serving as a bridge between abstract spiritual concepts and tangible, relatable imagery. Their application extends beyond textual analysis, demonstrating practical relevance in Dawah activities and resonating deeply with diverse cultural and ecological contexts. By highlighting the enduring significance of these metaphors, the research underscores their role in enriching Quranic teachings and fostering a deeper understanding of its messages.
Modeling Key Drivers of Nigeria's Economic Recession
Authors: U Young Okwuise , Edewhor Vincent , Muhammad Abdulgaffar , Ikpea Igiagbe Joseph , Nelson C Edeme , Ikhide Jimoh Samuel , Jeroh Edirin
Published: February 2025

This study makes a unique contribution by delving into the primary economic factors that led to Nigeria's economic recession. It does this by scrutinizing the bond yield and social progress, areas previously overlooked in related studies, and taking into account the country's population growth. We collected secondary data from the World Bank from 1989 to 2020 and analyzed it using a quantitative approach. The unit root test indicates that the unit root that could lead to an erroneous conclusion was eliminated to facilitate further econometrics analysis. The cointegrating analysis reveals evidence of cointegration, leading to the specification of VECM, a measure that confirms the long-term association among variables. The finding of this study based on OLS regression, reveals that while inflation has a negative impact on, the social progress index shows a positive impact on Nigeria's economic performance. It is concluded that both inflation and social progress modelled Nigerian economic development but differently. Therefore, the government must meet the social and environmental requirements necessary for the Nigerian population. This will create an enabling environment that will attract foreign investors to invest in the economy and enhance the growth of locally manufactured goods, ultimately leading to the recovery of the Nigerian economy from recession.
Municipal Solid Waste Management in an Urban Setting in India: A Case Study of Prayagraj City
Authors: Dubey Ravikant , Rathore Deepak , Dwivedi Amrita
Published: February 2025

The aim of this study was to evaluate the current state of the procedure for managing municipal solid waste (MSW) in Prayagraj City, India. The data for this study were obtained from various secondary sources, including government records, publications, research papers, and web sources. A detailed study was conducted on solid waste generation, collection, transportation, and disposal methods through personal interviews with the sanitary officers, staff, and people of Prayagraj Municipality. The study findings revealed that most of the city's waste collection frequency is irregular. MSW comprised compostable matter (41.57%), ash, fine earth, and others (40.52%), the rest is recyclable (17.91%). However, a considerable amount of waste continues to go uncollected or not disposed of properly, which presents substantial risks to the environment and public health. Ragpickers are essential in reintegrating discarded plastic into the value chain, preventing it from ending up in landfills and preventing long-term environmental hazard. This paper also explores the potential of waste processing methods like composting and bio-methanation, highlighting the importance of an integrated waste management system for promoting sustainable urban living. The research emphasises the importance of having a comprehensive waste management system incorporating improved waste segregation at its origin, adopting scientific processing techniques, and establishing sanitary landfills.
Ethnobotanical Potential of Different Medicinal Plants Used for the Prevention and Management of Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Navik Pratibha , Shrivastava Vikas , Tomar Rajesh Singh , Pandey Akhilesh Kumar
Published: February 2025

Diabetes is an extensively prevalent disease worldwide, affecting all age groups patient and could be genetically inherited or acquired due to an unhealthy lifestyle that fluctuates the carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism. The types of diabetes known are of different types included mainly type 1 and type 2 diabetes commonly seen worldwide. The most prevalent type of diabetes found commonly in all patients is type 2 diabetes and can be treated with antidiabetic medications. Various chemically synthesized antidiabetic medicines are available in today's market but have many side effects. Therefore, natural antidiabetic agents are explored present in the indigenous herbs and spices and are known as phytochemicals. These phytochemicals found in the indigenous spices or herbs are secondary metabolites with beneficial bioactive properties. In this review article, various Indian herbs/spices known for their traditional medicinal benefits are reviewed that possess anti-diabetic properties and are utilized as an antidiabetic medication in the treatment of diabetes mellitus and also for its prevention. These spices and herbs are natural and traditional medications that could be beneficial even in the stage of pre-diabetes. These indigenous herbs and spices as medicinal sources are boon for the Indian population as well as for the entire globe.
Industry-wide Knowledge Management Initiatives: Best Knowledge Management Practices of Construction Organizations
Authors: Ahmad Mazida , Awang Hapini , Ibrahim Huda , Omar Mazni , Ahmad Azizah
Published: February 2025

Knowledge management implementation is a costly and time-consuming project that has to be well-defined. Coordinated and executed. This study focuses on domain knowledge management of the Malaysian construction industry. Thirty-one respondents from various categories of construction organizations have participated in this concurrent mixed-method study. A purposive sampling procedure has been used to obtain the required data. Before that, an instrument was prepared, consisting of measurement on four constructs, namely Perception about Organization Environment (POE), Perception about Knowledge Management in Organization (PKO), Knowledge Discovery Practices (KDP), and Appreciation System (AP). Since the ordinal scale was used, the qualitative descriptive analysis was done based on median, maximum, and minimum values. Additionally, a Spearman Correlation analysis was conducted, revealing several significant correlations, including those between PEO and KMO, PEO and KDP, KMO and KDP, KMO and AP, as well as KDP and AP. During the survey, suggestions from the respondents regarding the best practices for knowledge management were also sought. This qualitative data was later analyzed using thematic analysis. As a result, it is revealed that most of the sampled construction organizations provide encouraging environments for good knowledge management practices. They support knowledge discovery and acquisition while implementing an appreciation system to maintain the good practice of knowledge management. The thematic analysis has also indicated that knowledge management applications are crucial for these organizations. Overall, this study has expanded the existing body of knowledge by providing insights into implementing scalable and sustainable knowledge management practices tailored for construction organizations.
The Application of PROMETHEE and K-means Clustering Techniques for Enhancing Robotic Assistance in Bariatric Surgery
Authors: Emegano Declan Ikechukwu , Usman Abdullahi Garba , Mubarak Auwalu Saleh , Uzun Berna , Ozsahin Ilker , Ozsahin Dilber Uzun
Published: February 2025

Robotic bariatric surgery (RBS) uses robotics in weight loss operations. The robotic system has been tremendous in the field of bariatric surgery (BS) owing to its overwhelming advantages. As a result, surgeons perform RBS by controlling robotic arms equipped with surgical equipment from a console. In this study, our focus is to evaluate the BS dataset and techniques such as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), laparoscopic vertical sleeve gastrectomy (LGSV), adjustable gastric band (AGB), mini gastric bypass (MGB), single anastomosis duodenal bypass (SADI-S), open RYGB, biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD-DS), and mini gastric bypass one anastomosis gastric bypass (MGB - OAGBP). We used the Preference Ranking Organization Method for Enrichment Evaluations (PROMETHEE) and K-mean clustering analysis to look at how well RBS could help with surgery outcomes. Our result showed that the K-mean of 11 neurons input layer has 100 Self-Organizing Maps (SOM). Also, the PROMETHEE result showed that MGB-OAGBP ranked highest with 0.0056 as the net flow value. The integration of PROMETHEE net flow values, positive and negative outranking values, and BS predicted values demonstrated that MGB-OAGDP ranked highest. In conclusion, our study shows that PROMETHEE and K-means clustering can improve the efficiency of RBS, which can lead to better outcomes for patients.
Мирный план Китая урегулирования конфликта на Украине
Authors: Ильин В.И.
Published: February 2025

Статья посвящена анализу мирного плана Китая по урегулированию конфликта на Украине, предложенного 24 февраля 2023 г. Основное внимание уделено деталям инициативы, ключевым пунктам и потенциальным последствиям для глобальной стабильности. Статья также обращает внимание на критику плана как недостаточно конкретного, рассматривая его в контексте других международных инициатив. Наконец, обсуждаются геополитические интересы Китая, его стремление укрепить свои позиции на международной арене и изменить мировое восприятие своей роли в глобальных конфликтах.

The article analyzes China's peace plan for resolving the conflict in Ukraine, proposed on February 24, 2023. The focus is on the details of the peace plan, its key points, and potential implications for global stability. The article also draws attention to criticism of the plan as insufficiently specific, considering it in the context of other international initiatives. Finally, China's geopolitical interests, the desire to strengthen its position on the international stage, and change the world's perception of its role in global conflicts are discussed.
БРИКС Глобального Большинства: о сотрудничестве РФ и КНР в формирующемся полицентричном мире по итогам саммита БРИКС в Казани
Authors: Мокрецкий А.Ч.
Published: February 2025

Статья состоит из двух частей. В первой раскрывается механизм БРИКС как незападного объединения государств на примере последнего саммита в Казани (22—24 октября 2024 г.). Во второй характеризуются подходы Москвы и Пекина по вопросу формирования многополюсного/полицентричного мира, а также три основных направления-измерения формирующегося миропорядка: геополитическое, геоэкономическое и духовно-нравственное.

The article consists of two parts. The first one reveals the mechanism of BRICS as a non—Western association of states using the example of the last summit in Kazan (October 22—24, 2024). The second section describes the approaches of Moscow and Beijing to the formation of a multipolar/polycentric world, as well as three main areas of measurement of the emerging world order: geopolitical, geo-economic, and spiritual and moral.
Exploring the Self-Perceived Needs of School-Based Agricultural Education Teachers
Authors: Marsh Kayla N. , Eck Christopher J. , Layfield Kevin Dale , Donaldson Joseph L.
Published: February 2025

Teacher attrition is a historic problem that is now an educational crisis. School-based agricultural education (SBAE) is not exempt from this crisis, with teacher shortages dating back to the passing of the Smith-Hughes Act. For the past three decades, researchers have studied this phenomenon to better understand the needs of SBAE teachers to increase recruitment and retention. While several needs are recurring, current efforts are not resulting in actionable change for SBAE teachers. To gain new perspectives, qualitative interviews were conducted with SBAE teachers in three states, focused on their perceived needs. The Conceptual Model of Support for SBAE Teachers was introduced as a potential lens to meet the human needs of SBAE teachers and depth to direct actionable change for in-service SBAE teachers. Four overarching themes were found through qualitative interviews, including health and wellness of SBAE teachers, students, and communities; supports structures for SBAE teachers; student human capital development; and resources for SBAE teacher success, confirming that teachers’ basic human needs for security and subsistence are prevalent within the profession. Resulting in recommendations to change the perspective for addressing SBAE teachers' needs.
Black Doctoral Women “Walkin’ on Eggshells”: Gendered Racial Microaggressions in Agricultural and Life Science Departments
Authors: Cropps Torrie A.
Published: February 2025

This study examines Black doctoral women’s experiences with gendered racial microaggressions in agricultural science departments at Historically White Institutions. Gendered racial microaggressions are subtle everyday expressions of oppression due to one’s race and gender, and have been used to subordinate Black women in society. Further, they have been linked to increased psychological distress, increased depressive symptoms, and lowered self-esteem. This study uses Critical Race Theory and Critical Race Feminism as theoretical lenses and critical narrative inquiry as methodology. Findings show that Black women experienced assumptions in communication style and beauty, the Angry Black Woman stereotype, and silencing and marginalization to avoid gendered racial microaggressions. Participants’ coping strategies, study implications, and directions for future research are discussed.
Identifying Relationships and Differences Related to Arkansas FFA Chapter Performance in Career Development Events
Authors: Doss Will , Estepp Christopher , Johnson Donald
Published: February 2025

Career Development Events (CDEs) have been part of the National FFA Organization since its beginning and are still an integral component of school-based agricultural education (SBAE) programs. A priority of the organization is to “Expand equitable opportunities for all students to develop their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through FFA experiences and opportunities.” To determine if progress has been made toward this goal, FFA member participation in various aspects of National FFA Organization activities, including CDEs, needs to be described. Using the Multi-level Model of School-Effectiveness, this study identified relationships and examined differences related to FFA chapter CDE success in Arkansas. Based on results of this study, less than half of all chapters in the state participated in each of the CDEs, indicating lower levels than found in previous studies. According to team scores, students from the Southern District are disadvantaged compared to the other districts while students from the Northwest District may have an advantage compared to other districts. Affiliated chapters had statistically higher levels of participation and performance statewide. We recommend increasing efforts in the state to support students at schools with competitive disadvantages and determining ways to fund chapter affiliation membership to maximize opportunities for students.
Experimental evidence for semantic and morphophonological productivity in Kîîtharaka noun classes
Authors: Kanampiu Patrick Njue , Martin Alexander , Culbertson Jennifer
Published: February 2025

In nominal classification systems, both form (i.e., morphology, phonology or both) and meaning often interact to determine the class or gender of the noun. In Bantu languages in particular, linguistic analysis has often put the emphasis on meaning, both inherent and evaluative (e.g., diminutive). However, recent quantitative studies have argued that both meaning and morphophonology – the ubiquitous nominal prefixes – serve as cues to class in Bantu, with their robustness and specific aspects potentially differing across individual languages. Here, we conducted an experimental study aimed at establishing whether speakers of Kîîtharaka (Bantu, E54) are sensitive to both semantics and morphophonology when classifying novel Kîîtharaka nouns. We used two wug-task-style experiments to establish whether particular aspects of meaning or form (here, nominal prefixes) would influence participants’ production of agreement on nominal dependents. Results showed that speakers are sensitive to two inherent features, Human and Fruit, and evaluative features like Augmentative, Pejorative and Diminutive. On the other hand, they are robustly sensitive to all morphophonological features tested when classifying novel nouns. Our results suggest that semantic features are generally less productive than morphophonology in the Kîîtharaka nominal classification system.
HEAT WAVE IN PAKISTAN: A BURNING ISSUE
Authors: Ahmad Sidra
Published: February 2025

HEAT WAVE IN PAKISTAN: A BURNING ISSUE
Recensiones
Authors: F. J. I.  , I. M. B.  , V. M. C.  , J. M. G.
Published: February 2025

No abstract available.ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 32, No. 346, 1977: 627-629.
National Minorities in the Contemporary Romanian Cinema: From Cheap Exotism to Self- Representation
Authors: Iftene Daniel
Published: February 2025

This study aims to map the representation of national minorities in Romanian fiction films from 1990 to 2021 and to highlight the main mechanisms employed by local filmmakers to portray the local multicultural landscape. Starting with the films of the transition period and the approaches of directors like Lucian Pintilie and Mircea Daneliuc in reflecting on the minority-majority relationship, the study offers a comparison with three fiction films where authors from ethnic minorities themselves take control of narratives about their own communities. By doing so, these filmmakers—Radu Gabrea, Toma Enache and Alina Șerban—shape the discourse generated about their communities. Thus, the study seeks to shed light on both the transition toward self-representation of ethnic minorities in contemporary fiction films and the differences between these moments of self-representation and former cinematic depictions of local ethnic minorities.
Conflict Representations: Analyzing the Polarization of Men’s and Women’s Images in Romanian Media Coverage of the Russian-Ukrainian War
Authors: Bâlc Denisa-Maria , Ticărău Iulia-Maria
Published: February 2025

The aim of this article is to analyze according to what criteria the image of woman is reflected in the news regarding the Russian-Ukrainian war in the Romanian mass media using content analysis, critical discourse analysis and imagology as research methods. The starting point of our research is the compilation of a representative corpus of 750 news texts published in 2022, from which we will analyze those containing keywords referring to the female gender in the title in order to highlight the approach used in the media discourse to frame the image of women during military conflicts. In our analysis we will consider three main directions: (1) a representation of the image of the woman using the thematic classification and the concepts of front line, respectively homefront, (2) a polarization of the image of the woman compared to the image of the man, and (3) a panorama of the way in which the two belligerent states of Ukraine and Russia are reflected in the Romanian press from an ethnic and a gender outlook.
Algunos aspectos socioeconÃƒÂ³micos acerca del uso del dolium en Hispania Citerior
Authors: GONZÃƒÂLEZ VÃƒÂZQUEZ MATEO
Published: February 2025

In this paper, I examine the validity of a few of the current hypotheses on the socioeconomic consequences of the introduction of the dolium in Hispania Citerior. I analyse the evidence for the time span between the end of the 2nd century BCE and the end of the 1st century BCE in order to understand the presence and use of the dolium in the northeast of the Iberian Peninsula during the early Roman domination, at a time before the provinceÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s wine production significantly increased. However, the archaeological information corresponding to this period is very fragmentary and scarce. Statements like Ã¢â‚¬Å“the silo was replaced by the doliumÃ¢â‚¬Â are frequently read. I analyse the dolium using a more recent approach that moves away from a purely holistic view of the process of cultural change in order to better understand the socio-political and economic implications associated with this storage system and, ultimately, to try to explain and conceptualize patterns of occupation in the rural environment. This is done by looking at the dolium not only as an indicator of other forms of economic activity (such as production or trade), but also as a method of storage in and of itself. Since comparisons with this system are inadequate, this question, which is more than just terminological, has ramifications for the study of this phenomenon, particularly when we link it to other storage systems, in the case of the northwest Mediterranean, especially the silo.
Dolia en coves de lÃ¢â‚¬â„¢Ãƒ mbit ibÃƒÂ¨ric peninsular. Unes reflexions
Authors: COLL MONTEAGUDO RAMON , MIRET I MESTRE MAGÃƒÂ
Published: February 2025

The aim of this communication is to highlight the presence of dolia in some natural cavities containing archaeological materials from the Iberian and Roman period. This paper deals with the possible functionality of these vessels both in sanctuary caves and in caves where their sacredness has not been proven.
Los llamados dolia tardoantiguos: una aproximaciÃƒÂ³n desde Tarraco(na) (siglos V-VIII D. C.)
Authors: RODRÃƒÂGUEZ MARTORELL FRANCESC , MACIAS SOLÃƒâ€° JOSEP MARIA
Published: February 2025

Called dolium/a by the Ceremology research, due to the conservation of features resembling the well-known Republican and Imperial vessels, these smaller size containers were also used for food storage and for the daily life of the Visigothic society. We suggest a new quantitative and qualitative approach to the more significant features, observed in the Visigothic town of Tarracona, a diachronic vision which stresses the morphologic evolution and the capacity estimation. This analysis intends to be another way of approaching the new practices and uses of the domestic spaces.
Dolia ex Lusitania
Authors: QUARESMA JOSÃƒâ€° CARLOS , PEREIRA PEDRO , BOMBICO SONIA
Published: February 2025

The present paper presents an embryonic summary of the presence of dolia in the Lusitanian space, from the Republic to the Late Antiquity, with a natural focus on the Imperial Period. Besides a state-of-the-art on the work done at a trans-provincial level, in Hispania, Gallia and Italia, the empirical basis published on the potential production centres (architectures and produced forms) and the known epigraphy (stamps and ante cocturam graffiti) is presented. Based on the analysis of more than 40 sites and hundreds of vessels inventoried, a first typological proposal is presented, as a working tool for the analysis of the morphological diversity, supported also by a range of stratigraphic contexts.
Dolia ex Durius flumen (os dolia nas margens do Douro)
Authors: PEREIRA PEDRO , SILVINO TONY
Published: February 2025

Ceramic vessels, similar to roman dolia, have survived to this day in the Douro Valley. Talhas, traditionally used for olive oil, are direct descendants from the large roman vessels. Traditionally, the Douro ValleyÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s archaeological research has given much notice to dolia vessels, usually evaluated as one more type of common ceramic type. Recent excavations in the Douro Valley have allowed us to know more about this regionÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s dolia, from the arribaÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s until the riverÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s mouth, mostly from sites with an accentuated agricultural role Throughout the last few decades new dolia collections have emerged, from recent but also older research.
A armazenagem de produtos agrÃƒÂ­colas lÃƒÂ­quidos (azeite e vinho) numa villa de sucesso da Lusitania: o modelo catÃƒÂ³nico de Milreu (EstÃƒÂ³i, Algarve)
Authors: TEICHNER FELIX , QUARESMA JOSÃƒâ€° CARLOS
Published: February 2025

This article summarizes the architectural evolution of a villa in southern Lusitania, founded in the 1st century AD, presenting various evolutionary stages throughout the Imperial period up to the end of the settlement during the Islamic period. The stratigraphic analysis carried out during the excavations by the University of Frankfurt allowed for this detailed chronological structure and the description of agricultural storehouses (cellae oleariae and vinariae) with the recording of dolia defossa in situ, which will be analysed from from a typological point of view together with the other dolia found at the site. Their comparative analysis shows a clear morphological difference between the two groups and paves the way for studying the typology of dolia in Lusitania in more detail.
I dolia della villa di Santa Maria di Villasimius: un nuovo contesto produttivo dalla Sardegna romana
Authors: ANEDDA ALESSIA , D'ORLANDO DARIO
Published: February 2025

The new landscape analysis project of the University of Cagliari concerning the territory of Villasimius (South Sardinia) aims to set a new interpretation of the Riu Foxi river valleyÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Roman period landscape. The activities will include a review of the materials preserved in the Archaeological Museum of Villasimius (MAVI) along with extensive and intrasite surveys. On the other hand, Santa MariaÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s materials review is related to the economic reconstruction of the area. This building, currently known as the Church of Santa Maria, must originally have been associated with a Roman thermal structure which shows a long continuity of life. There have been found the main Republican and imperial chronological indicators, including later forms such as the Hayes 91 form in African red slip ware. Among these archaeological finds is relevant the presence of large dolia with triangular sectioned rims (diameter of about 45Ã¢â‚¬â€œ60 cm, wall thickness of about 6Ã¢â‚¬â€œ8 cm). Of particular interest is a stamped rim of unknown provenance, but similar in morphology and appearance to those found in the thermal bath. The dolia, moreover, permits the association of the villa with a productive connotation, perhaps related to winemaking, never associated earlier with the villa of Santa Maria and which remains to be verified through specific investigations. The presence of these jars is even more important if we consider the modest amount of island comparisons, at least considering only the published materials. In conclusion, the doliaÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s morphology and size allow us to compare our context to the central Italic productive villas, which also are a reference for the site economic reconstruction.
Domestic storage in a Late Roman insula from Histria (Istros) in Constanta county, Romania
Authors: GRIGORAS BIANCA ELENA , DINU GEORGIANA , BOTTEZ VALENTIN
Published: February 2025

During the Late Roman period in Scythia, we may have observed a preponderance of the storage of products in dolia inside the households. This situation is well demonstrated by the discoveries from the Histrian insula Ã¢â‚¬â€œ University of BucharestÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Acropolis CenterÃ¢â‚¬â€œSouth Sector (henceforth ACS). The dolia from this sector are medium and largeÃ¢â‚¬â€œsized, with rim dimensions that vary from 50 to 70 cm, and an average capacity of 1000 and 1600 l. They are locally made and could store wine or cereals.
RELATIONSHIP IN INFORMATION MEDIA AND DATING ACTIVITIES TO ADOLESCENT LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE ABOUT PRE-MARITAL SEXUAL AT GEMA KARYA BAHANA SCHOOL, BEKASI CITY, 2022
Authors: Manullang Riyen Sari , Titin Titin , Pangaribuan Maslan , Izwardhy Doddy , Purwanti Emi , Santosa Puji Raharja
Published: February 2025

The main problems of adolescent reproductive health in Indonesia are the lack of provision of information regarding reproductive health, the problem of shifting adolescent sexual behavior, the lack of health services and unsupportive legislation.To determine the relationship between information media and dating activities on the level of knowledge of adolescents about premarital sex at Gema Karya Bahana Vocational School, Bekasi City in 2022. Using a cross-sectional research design. The number of samples in this study amounted to 70 respondents. The inclusion criteria of this study were students who were willing to become respondents in class 11 at Gema Karya Bahana Vocational School, Bekasi City, students who had never previously received counseling on premarital sexual and reproductive health and were not married. The results of the statistical test found that there was a relationship between information media and the level of knowledge of adolescents about premarital sex (p=0.002) and there was a relationship between dating activities and the level of knowledge of adolescents about premarital sex (0.024). From the research results, it is proven that there is a relationship between information media and the level of knowledge of teenagers about premarital sex and there is a relationship between dating activities and the level of knowledge of teenagers about premarital sexuality. It is hoped that schools can provide more education regarding sexuality issues in relationships inside and outside school.
Romania’s Green Transition under the European Green Deal: A Comparative Analysis with CEE Countries
Authors: CALANTER Paul , Emanuela DRĂGOI Andreea , NEAGU Cornelia
Published: February 2025

This paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of Romania’s progress in the green transition compared to other Central and Eastern European (CEE) countries. The main objective is to assess the extent to which the implementation of the European Green Deal has shaped the region’s environmental policies and economic strategies. The methodology is based on a quantitative analysis of key indicators that are crucial for evaluating green transition efforts, including greenhouse gas emissions, use of recycled materials, development of renewable energy sources, adoption of zero-carbon vehicles, and environmental protection expenditure as a share of GDP. By examining these indicators, the study highlights both the advancements and the persisting challenges faced by CEE countries in aligning with the EU’s ambitious sustainability goals. The findings reveal that while all CEE countries have made progress, the pace and areas of improvement vary significantly. In particular, Romania stands out as a strong performer in terms of accelerating the green transition, especially in renewable energy development and the adoption of zero-carbon vehicles. However, the analysis also underscores Romania’s slower progress in increasing the rate of recycled material usage, which remains an area requiring further attention. Overall, the research concludes that the European Green Deal has served as a pivotal catalyst for advancing environmental policies across the region, but the transition process remains uneven, necessitating more targeted strategies to address country-specific gaps and promote a balanced and sustainable growth trajectory.
To Optimize Human Resource Management Processes In Aviation Companies By Utilizing The Carrotspot Motivation Value Index (CMVI)
Authors: MIŁEK Marzenna , ŻMIGRODZKA Małgorzata
Published: February 2025

In the context of the growing influence of artificial intelligence, the role of HRM professionals is undergoing a period of significant transformation. A growing research is shedding light on the ways in which new technologies are reshaping the field, but still is avoid in literature that makes this study important. In the airline industry, the optimization of HRM processes is a crucial factor in achieving operational excellence and organizational success what give a motive behind the study. The methodology presented in the study is concerned with a comparative analysis of individual data obtained from platform using by airlines companys utilizing instruments such as the Carrotspot Motivation Value Index (CMVI). The synthesis of the research problem also takes into account an analysis of the literature review. The research conducted yielded tangible results that show the benefits of implementing tools such as CMVI, which can significantly improve HRM processes in aviation.
The Development of Electromobility in Poland and Europe as A Contribution to Improving Air Quality and The Associated Costs
Authors: SZOPA Przemyslaw
Published: February 2025

The article presents the impact of the transformation towards electromobility and related challenges from the point of view of future costs of development of infrastructure for electrotransport and from the point of view of costs borne by the end consumer, which is the main motive of the undertaken research. The aim of the article is also
a multi-directional discussion on the justification of transformation in road transport to strive to improve the quality of atmospheric air in Poland and European Union countries. In addition, based on the research method, which is a study of literature and analysis of available source data, the impact of the transformation towards electromobility on the reduction of harmful greenhouse gases and particulate matter in the air, through the introduction of low-emission electric vehicles (BEV), is presented. The operating costs of electric and combustion cars are also compared to support the justification for implementing sustainable electrotransport in Europe in the coming decades. The summary indicates that introducing solutions based on electrotransport will improve the quality of life by reducing the incidence of civilization diseases caused by air pollution.
ПОЛИМЕРЛЕР ХИМИЯСЫНОҚЫТУДА БІЛІМ АЛУШЫЛАРДЫҢ СЫНИ ОЙЛАУ ДАҒДЫЛАРЫН ДАМЫТУ
Authors: Рахметуллаева Р.К. , Әзімхан Ж.А.
Published: February 2025

Бұл мақалада полимерлер химиясын оқыту процесінде білім алушылардың функционалды сауаттылығын дамыту–қазіргібілім беру жүйесінің маңызды аспектісі екендігі көрсетіледі.Жоғарғы оқу орындарындасыни ойлау тәжірибесіне әсер ететін әдістерді импровизациялауға негізделген практикалық әрекеттер қарастырылады.Білім алушылардың функционалды, сыни ойлау дағдыларын дамыту мақсатында полимерлер туралы теориялық білімдерін прак-тикалық тапсырмалармен, зерттеулермен және жобалармен бекітуге көмектесетін әдістеме әзірлеужәне теориялық-эксперименттік негіздеу туралы айтылады. Мақала оқытудың тиімді әдістеріне, жаңа технологияларды енгізуге және білім алушылардыңдағдыларын дамытуға қатыстынақты ұсыныстармен қорытындыланады.Тұлғаға бағытталған оқыту –бұл педа-гогикалық қызметтегі методологиялық бағдар, ол өзара байланысты түсініктер, идеялар мен тәсілдер арқылы студенттердіңқұзіреттіліктерініңқалыптасуына ықпал етеді.Сын тұрғы-сынан ойлауды дамыту полимерлер туралы ақпарат алудан басталып, қаралатын тапсырмаға байланысты шешім қабылдаудан аяқталады. Зерттеу нәтижесінде әр студенттіңойы шыңдалып, жүргізілген тапсырмалар арқылы өздік жұмыстарын орындап, өзін-өзі бағалауға дағдыланады, пәнге деген қызығушылығы артады.Дәстүрлі әдістер мен заманауи технологиялардың артықшылықтары сипатталып, зертхана-лық және конструкторлық тәсілдер жан-жақты талқыланады. Мақалада сыни ойлауды анықтау, бағалау және зерттеудің негізгі концептуалды және әдіснамалық мәселелері, сондай-ақ студенттердіңшығармашылық және сыни ойлауын зерттеу үшін химиялық білімнің маңызы көрсетілді.
Carbon sequestration in different urban vegetation types in Southern Finland
Authors: Thölix Laura , Backman Leif , Havu Minttu , Karvinen Esko , Soininen Jesse , Trémeau Justine , Nevalainen Olli , Ahongshangbam Joyson , Järvi Leena , Kulmala Liisa
Published: February 2025

Abstract. Many cities seek carbon neutrality and are therefore interested in the sequestration potential of urban vegetation. However, the heterogeneous nature of urban vegetation and environmental conditions limits comprehensive measurement efforts, setting expectations for carbon cycle modelling. In this study, we examined the performance of three models – the Jena Scheme for Biosphere–Atmosphere Coupling in Hamburg (JSBACH), the Lund–Potsdam–Jena General Ecosystem Simulator (LPJ-GUESS), and the Surface Urban Energy and Water Balance Scheme (SUEWS) – in estimating carbon sequestration rates in both irrigated and non-irrigated lawns, park trees (Tilia cordata), and urban forests (Betula pendula) in Helsinki, Finland. The test data included observations of various environmental parameters and component fluxes such as soil moisture and temperature, sap flow, leaf area index, photosynthesis, soil respiration, and net ecosystem exchange. Our analysis revealed that these models effectively simulated seasonal and annual variations, as well as the impacts of weather events on carbon fluxes and related factors. However, the validation of the absolute level of modelled fluxes proved difficult due to differences in the scale of the observations and models, particularly for mature trees, and due to the fact that net ecosystem exchange measurements in urban areas include some anthropogenic emissions. Irrigation emerged as a key factor often improving carbon sequestration, while tree-covered areas demonstrated greater carbon sequestration rates compared to lawns on an annual scale. Notably, all models demonstrated similar mean net ecosystem exchange over the urban vegetation sector studied on an annual scale over the study period. However, compared to JSBACH, LPJ-GUESS exhibited higher carbon sequestration rates in tree-covered areas but lower rates in grassland-type areas. All models indicated notable year-to-year differences in annual sequestration rates, but since the same factors, such as temperature and soil moisture, affect processes both assimilating and releasing carbon, connecting the years of high or low carbon sequestration to single meteorological means failed. Overall, this research emphasizes the importance of integrating diverse vegetation types and the impacts of irrigation into urban carbon modelling efforts to inform sustainable urban planning and climate change mitigation strategies.
Identification and characterization of foehn events in Beijing and their impact on air-pollution episodes
Authors: Li Ju , Zhang Jingjiang , Bai Mengxin , Su Jie , Li Qingchun , Jia Xingcan
Published: February 2025

Abstract. This study proposes a method for identifying foehn events in Beijing using automatic weather station (AWS) data, considering upper-air wind direction, topography, meteorological changes, and foehn propagation. Analysis of AWS data from 2015 to 2020 revealed an annual average of 56.5 foehn days, with these days occurring most frequently in winter and least frequently in summer. High-frequency foehn areas exhibit a band-like distribution from the northwestern mountainous region to the southeastern plains, while low-frequency areas are primarily concentrated in the northeastern plains. The horizontal extent of the foehn influence is maximal in spring and minimal in summer. Foehn-induced hourly temperature increases can exceed 11 °C, peaking from night to early morning. Approximately 67 % of pollution episodes are accompanied by foehn events, with foehn duration negatively correlated to pollution episode duration. 60.4 % of foehn events coincide with decreasing concentrations of particulate matter of 2.5 μm diameter (PM2.5), while 39.6 % show increases. Rapid PM2.5 concentration increases (> 50 μg m-3/h) primarily correspond to weak foehn events (temperature increase < 2 °C). Foehn winds influence pollution through direct and indirect effects. The direct effect, associated with strong northwesterly pressure gradients, can ;rapidly decrease pollutant concentrations. The indirect effect, linked to weak pressure gradients, alters the boundary-layer structure, causing slight decreases followed by rapid increases in pollutant concentrations. This foehn identification method, applicable to long-term historical surface observations, facilitates in-depth exploration of the relationships between foehn events and high-impact weather phenomena.
Urban Ozone Trends in Europe and the USA (2000–2021)
Authors: Nelson Beth , Drysdale Will
Published: February 2025

Abstract. Trends in urban O3 and NO2 across Europe and the United States of America were explored between 2000–2021. Using surface monitoring site data from the TOAR-II and European Environment Agency databases, piecewise quantile regression (PQR) analysis was performed on 228 O3 time series (144 European, 84 USA) and 322 NO2 times series (245 European, 77 USA). The PQR analysis permitted 2 break points over the 23 year period to balance the intent to describe changes over a large time period, while still capturing the abrupt changes that can occur in urban atmospheres. Regressions were performed over quantiles ranging from 0.05 to 0.95 and indications of a slowing in the increase of high European O3 levels was observed. In Europe, more trends were found to having an increasing O3 trend between 2015–2021 compared with 2000–2004. The reverse was true in the USA, with a reduction in the number of sites with increasing O3 trends when the same periods were compared. An analysis of the change points revealed a large proportion of sites in Europe, were the second change point in NO2 switched from a positive to negative trend, occurred in 2020 (41/43 second change points in this year). This was attributed a reduction in NO2 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, in some cases these increasing trends have sustained beyond the recovery from restrictions.