bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Transforming Australia's Energy Landscape: Corporate and Government Strategies for Sustainable Development
Authors: Wu Xian
Published: June 2024

This paper examines the critical role of Australia's traditional energy sector in the global climate crisis and explores corporate and governmental strategies to mitigate environmental impact while promoting sustainable development. It highlights the significant adverse effects of climate change exacerbated by the activities of energy, mining, and transportation sectors, which have been amplified due to insufficient regulatory frameworks and corporate malpractices. The analysis underscores the consequences of neglecting environmental protection, including increased regulatory pressures, stakeholder discontent, and consumer distrust. The paper discusses comprehensive measures that can be adopted by corporations and enforced by the government to address these challenges. These include integrating environmental concerns into business philosophies, transitioning to renewable energy, and stringent oversight of corporate practices. By fostering a cooperative relationship between the government and the energy sector, the paper argues for a strategic overhaul to achieve emission reduction targets stipulated in the Paris Agreement and ensure the sector's transition towards environmentally sustainable practices. Through this transformative approach, Australia's energy companies can align profit with planet, thereby securing long-term economic, social, and environmental benefits.
ESG Initiatives and Branding in Food and Beverage Industry (US)
Authors: Lu Yifan
Published: June 2024

The integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into branding strategies has become crucial for success in the highly competitive and sustainability-conscious food and beverage industry. This paper examines the impact of ESG initiatives on brand perception, customer loyalty, and financial performance through a comprehensive review of case studies and sustainability reports from major companies such as PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, and McDonald's. The analysis reveals that aligning ESG practices with a company's core identity and purpose enhances brand equity, builds consumer trust, and provides a competitive edge. The luxury sector faces unique challenges in incorporating ESG while maintaining its exclusive appeal, but emphasizing authenticity and genuine commitment to sustainability can effectively meet evolving market demands. As consumer expectations shift towards ethical and responsible brands, companies that strategically integrate ESG into their branding efforts position themselves for long-term resilience and success while contributing to the well-being of society and the environment. The ongoing intersection of ESG and branding is significantly shaping the landscape of modern brand management, with far-reaching implications for the future of the food and beverage industry.
The Effects of Delayed Consumption Rituals Versus Demonstrated Consumption Rituals on Consumption Behavior
Authors: Wu Yukang
Published: June 2024

Delayed enjoyment and demonstration consumption rituals have become an integral part of people's lives in modern consumer societies. With the accelerated pace of society and evolving consumption patterns, these two consumption behaviors have had a significant impact on consumer decision-making processes and market dynamics. In view of this, this study focuses on the effects of delayed versus demonstrative consumption rituals on consumer behavior and attempts to analyze the psychological mechanisms behind them. The aim of the study is to reveal how operators enhance the consumption experience through delayed gratification and demonstration of consumption rituals, and how these behaviors affect their purchase decisions and consumption satisfaction. This study utilized both questionnaire and experimental methods to collect extensive data from consumers of different ages, genders and socio-economic backgrounds, respectively. Also, to ensure the accuracy and comprehensiveness of the findings, the researcher used a combination of literature analysis and case studies to support the empirical study. Through in-depth analysis of the collected data, this dissertation finds that delayed consumption rituals significantly increase consumers' anticipatory pleasure and subsequent satisfaction, while demonstration consumption rituals deepen the emotional connection between consumers and products in social interactions. The results suggest that these two consumption rituals can effectively increase the perceived value of the product and promote consumers' repeat purchase behavior to some extent. In addition, the results reveal the role of cultural differences in consumption rituals, with consumers from different cultural backgrounds displaying different behavioral patterns when confronted with delayed versus demonstration consumption rituals.
An Analysis of the Elderly Consumption Behaviour Based on Behavioral Economics
Authors: Chen Jinghui
Published: June 2024

The phenomenon of population ageing has become a significant issue in the majority of countries worldwide, particularly in developed countries. Many countries are now exploring the elderly consumer market, hoping that the spending power of senior citizens can boost their national economies. However, due to factors such as the decline in cognitive ability with age, changes in social circles, and technological advances, the elderly may exhibit irrational decision-making behaviors that are difficult to judge, making it challenging to regulate the senior consumer market. Some industries even find themselves teetering on the edge of legality. This paper focuses on the characteristics of elderly consumer behaviour and analyses them through the lens of behavioural economics. Qualitative analysis, comparative analysis, and other methods are employed to study cognitive biases, social influences, as well as time preferences in the decision-making process. In addition, specific research is conducted on the unique aspects of the older population compared to other age groups.
The Review of Blind Box Marketing and Problems in Blind Box Markets
Authors: Lin Yuting
Published: June 2024

This paper summarizes the main marketing tools in the blind box market according to the previous literature analysis, and gives appropriate suggestions and countermeasures for the blind box market to be more stable and high-speed growth aspects. Diversified marketing mean can effectively help the blind box economy achieve high-speed growth, and for different situations to develop appropriate recommendations and countermeasures is the key to stable growth of the market. However, the rapid development of the economy is often a double-edged sword, some businesses in order to obtain higher profits, the use of blind boxes such as the special characteristics of the commodity, deliberately mixed in the product with counterfeit and shoddy goods, and even add harmful chemicals, seriously affecting the market order and the rights and interests of consumers. This kind of behavior not only disturbs the normal competitive environment of the market, but also harms the legitimate rights and interests of consumers. Therefore, it is necessary to strengthen the supervision and crack down on this illegal behavior to protect the market security and consumer rights and interests. Based on this, this study aims to grasp the current situation of blind box market development in China, and to study the means of blind box marketing and market problems in China.
The Analysis of Vivos Marketing Strategies
Authors: Feng Yinan
Published: June 2024

Due to the swift advancement of information technology and the enhancement of domestic informatization construction, mobile phones have become an essential instrument in people's lives, and their widespread adoption and integration of mobile phones have significantly altered people's way of living. The competition among mobile phone carriers has intensified significantly, as big corporations strive to enhance their technological prowess and creative capabilities to attract consumers and stay competitive in the market. The impact of enterprise marketing strategies is increasingly significant. Since its establishment in 2009, vivo has developed rapidly and achieved tremendous success. The marketing methods have gotten increasingly refined, although they have also faced significant hurdles. This article employs a literature review analysis to examine vivo's marketing strategy, offering fresh insights for enhancing vivo's marketing approaches. The key recommendations include enhancing collaboration with the government, effectively timing product launches, fostering innovation in products and services, reinforcing brand development, and consistently investing in digital marketing. Additionally, it serves as a point of reference for other organizations to enhance and refine their plans.
Mobile Social Commerce and Its Effects on Consumer Behavior
Authors: Cheng Pengrong
Published: June 2024

This study investigates how cellular technology affects consumer conduct with an emphasis on payment technology, convenience, social impact, customization, and comfort. To higher recognize patron opinions and behaviors, quantitative records from surveys and qualitative records from interviews have been amassed. The findings show that human beings use cellular social media for shopping alternatively regularly, that user-generated cloth has different consequences, that impulse buys are commonplace, and that people select clean charge options and tailor-made tips. The consequences spotlight how important it is to alter marketing plans in mild of the peculiarities of cellular social trade to be able to enhance client happiness, grow revenue, and domesticate enduring loyalty.
Integrating artificial intelligence in financial services: Enhancements, applications, and future directions
Authors: Feng Shujie
Published: June 2024

The incorporation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the financial services sector has catalyzed profound transformations, significantly enhancing the accuracy, efficiency, and capabilities of financial operations. This paper meticulously examines the pivotal role of AI in revolutionizing risk assessment processes through advanced deep learning and machine learning techniques. These methodologies harness extensive and diverse datasets, which include both traditional financial indicators and non-traditional sources like social media activities, to provide a more nuanced and comprehensive analysis of risk. Additionally, the paper emphasizes the critical role of AI in personalizing customer experiences and elevating fraud detection mechanisms to levels of unprecedented precision. Through detailed quantitative analyses and illustrative case studies, this study assesses the impact of AI on operational efficiency and decision-making accuracy within financial institutions. It explores advanced AI techniquesdeep learning, reinforcement learning, and natural language processingand their significant implications for financial forecasting, algorithmic trading, and regulatory compliance. By integrating empirical evidence with theoretical insights, this paper offers a thorough understanding of AI's transformative influence on the financial sector, highlighting potential future innovations that may redefine industry standards and enhance operational methodologies. This comprehensive examination not only illuminates the current benefits and applications of AI in financial services but also projects its future trajectories in reshaping the financial landscape.
Lung X-ray image segmentation based on improved Unet deep learning network algorithm with GSConv module
Authors: Yang Runze
Published: June 2024

In this paper, we propose an optimised image segmentation method by structurally innovating and improving the traditional Unet model and integrating the latest GSConv module. In our experiments, we integrate the GSConv module into the encoder and decoder parts of U-Net to take advantage of its excellent feature extraction and information transfer capabilities. In comparing the training process of the two models of Unet and GSConv Unet, it is found that GSConv Unet has faster convergence speed and better generalisation ability, and finally shows higher segmentation accuracy and iou values in the test part. From the segmentation results, GSConv Unet delineates the lung region more accurately and meticulously compared to Unet, providing an effective idea for lung X-ray image segmentation tasks. This research is of great significance, which not only improves the effectiveness of the image segmentation task but also brings new technological breakthroughs in the field of medical imaging. By introducing the GSConv module and optimising the Unet structure, we have successfully improved the precision and efficiency of lung X-ray image segmentation, providing doctors with a more reliable and accurate diagnostic tool.
A simulated experience for using the Adverse Childhood Experiences assessment tool in case management: A feasibility study
Authors: Paul Lisa , Akomah Janelle , Thorpe-Williams Jean , Baptiste Diana
Published: June 2024

Aims: To determine whether the Adverse Childhood Experiences assessment tool is feasible for case management to integrate into standard of case assessments, for nurse care managers.Methods: A quality improvement, feasibility study. This nurse-led education program focused on improving knowledge and usability of the Adverse Childhood Experiences Assessment Tool for nurse case managers was implemented. We examined the usability, knowledge of, and self-reported benefits of using the Adverse Childhood Experiences Assessment Tool using a pre and posttest, usability survey, and word cloud for analyses.Results: A total of 40 nurse case managers were simulated for use as participants in a pre- and post-test project design. There was a significant difference between pretest and posttest responses. Additional findings indicated that the nurse case managers were receptive to integrating the implementation of Adverse Childhood Experiences screening in their department.
Assessment of Factors that Affect Students’ Business Writing Skills
Authors: Mathumathi P. , Selvaraj Vijayakumar , Balamurugan Subha , Sarker Md. Abdul Momen , Oli Lamessa , A Prakash , M. Ramesh
Published: June 2024

Writing is a language skill that used for effective communication. The research set out to identify the most common reasons why students struggle with business writing and to provide them with strategies to become better writers overall. Nazareth Art and Science College undergraduates have been the focus of this study, which has employed qualitative and quantitative methodologies to probe the difficulties they face. A total of 106 students from Nazareth College of Art and Science took part in the study. Questionnaire was employed for data collection. The researchers analyzed the survey data using descriptive statistics. The results of this research show that learners had a lot of trouble with their business writing. Business writing can be challenging for students for a variety of reasons, including traditional teaching approach, insufficient practice, lack of motivation and lack of sufficient vocabularies. The study suggests that students' writing could be enhanced with enough practice, the right methods of teaching writing, smaller class sizes, frequent feedback on errors, and encouraging students to shift their perspective on the importance of writing.
Comparison of Conjunctival Autograft Using Autologous Serum Versus Suturing Technique in Primary Pterygium
Authors: Ali Zulfiqar , Nazir Nadia , Farrukh Soufia , Khalid Muhammad , Mukhtar Sarfraz Ahmad , Khan Muhammad Jahanzaib
Published: June 2024

Pterygium is characterized by degeneration of the subconjunctival tissue, which proliferates as vascularized granulation tissue that invades the cornea, particularly affecting the superficial layers of the stroma and bowman's membrane. Objective: To compare the conjunctival autografts using autologous serum versus suturing techniques in primary pterygium. Methods: This randomized controlled study was conducted at the ophthalmology department of Bahawal Victoria Hospital, Bahawalpur, Pakistan, from September 2023 to February 2024. Patients of either gender aged between 18-70 years with primary pterygium (either nasal or temporal) were included. Patients in Suturing group (n=16) consisted of patients receiving the traditional suturing technique, while in autologous serum group (n=16) had surgeries performed using autologous serum as tissue adhesive. Results: In a total of 32 patients, there were 25 (78.1%) males while overall mean age was 45.4 ± 12.6 year. The mean duration of surgery was 35.6 ± 4.8 minutes in suturing group versus 26.4 ± 2.9 minutes in autologous group (p<0.000). Evaluation of post-surgery ocular discomfort showed that significantly better results were obtained among patients of autologous serum group (p=0.024). Significantly better satisfaction scores were recorded among patients of autologous serum group when compared to patients undergoing suturing technique (p=0.001). Post-surgery complications were assessed in both study groups and no statistically significant differences were observed among patients of both study groups (p>0.05). Conclusions: When considering efficacy, both techniques demonstrated comparable outcomes. In terms of postoperative discomfort and surgical duration, the autologous serum method showed significant advantages by presenting reduced discomfort and shorter surgical times.
The Artificial Intelligence Revolution in Accounting and Auditing: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Research Directions
Authors: Luthfiani Anin Dyah
Published: June 2024

This study aims to provide an overview of the increasing role of artificial intelligence in accounting and auditing. This is supported by the expertise of the accounting and auditor profession which has evolved with advances in technology from the use of pencil and paper to calculators, and eventually spreadsheets and accounting software. This study uses a conceptual approach and semi-systematic review in analyzing published relevant articles. The main results of this study explain that interdisciplinary collaboration is a must with respect to research conducted in the field of AI in accounting and auditing. Wider application of AI in the accounting and auditing professions is expected to deliver greater efficiency, productivity and accuracy benefits while burdening with the challenges of income and wealth inequality, traditional job extinction and an unskilled workforce. Careful preparation is needed on the part of educators, regulators and professional bodies by overcoming paradigm shifts and preparing future students, policymakers and professionals to face the challenges of a world full of big data, blockchain technology, artificial intelligence to deliver success in facing the fourth industrial revolution.
Appointment of Arbitrators: Nebulous Contours of Section 11 of the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996
Authors: Shivpuri Abhishek
Published: June 2024

The law in respect of the appointment of an arbitrator under section 11 of the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996 has undergone transformation: starting from the judgment in Konkan Railway Corporation Limited v. Mehul Construction Co., rendered in the year 2000, to the landmark judgment in Vidya Drolia & Ors. Durga Trading Corporation passed in the year 2021. The scope of section 11 has been in a constant state of flux, where it has been expanded on certain occasions and restricted on other occasions, with the courts attempting to find a solution to the conundrum, ‘Who decides’. While the courts have recognized that there should be minimum interference by the courts at the pre-constitution stage and the intention is to gravitate the parties towards arbitration, it has also been the opinion of the courts that it should not be a mere ministerial function. The article explores the change in the approach of courts in dealing with a petition for an appointment of an arbitrator and the manner in which the Supreme Court has attempted to arrive at a middle path.
‘Serious’ly One Step Forward and One Step Back: A Review of Recent Decisions on the Arbitrability of Fraud in India
Authors: Vilva Jyotsna
Published: June 2024

The law on the arbitrability of disputes involving allegations of fraud in India-seated arbitrations has long been in a state of flux, with several Supreme Court judgments laying down different categories or tests to determine which kinds of disputes involving allegations of fraud would be non-arbitrable, and would have to be decided by the courts. This article analyses the categories of non-arbitrable disputes involving allegations of fraud set out in the preeminent judgments of the Supreme Court of India on the subject in the last decade: Ayyasamy v. Paramasivam, Rashid Raza v. Sadaf Akhtar, and Avitel Post Studioz Ltd. v. HSBC PI Holdings (Mauritius) Ltd. The article postulates that the tests as set out in Ayyasamy and Avitel are unsound in their reasoning, and vague and unnecessary, respectively, and lack an intelligible basis for courts to determine the arbitrability of fraud, at the reference stage. The article proposes that the categories of arbitrable cases identified in Rashid Raza should be adopted when determining the arbitrability of disputes involving allegations of fraud, in order to promote objective and simplified decision making by the courts on whether to refer the dispute to arbitration.
The Israeli Supreme Court Rules Non-material Losses are Recoverable Under Montreal Convention
Authors: Shalem Chen
Published: June 2024

On June 2022, the Israeli Supreme Court ruled on the long-awaited question of whether pure psychological damage under Article 19 of the Montreal Convention, which is nonmaterial, constitutes ‘non-compensatory’ damage within the meaning of Article 29 of the Convention and therefore ‘shall not be recoverable’. The Supreme Court held that the term ‘damage’ under the Montreal Convention includes mental damages and that nonmaterial damage does not equal ‘non-compensatory’ damage. This ruling emphasizes a clear trend in which courts tend to compensate for non-monetary damages. It is uncertain how lower courts will assess mental conditions as medical reports are easy to obtain and treatments vary, and whether it will lead to an undesirable result of long and complex litigation.
The Digital Product Passport of the Ecodesign Regulation - Passport to a Successful Twin Transformation in Product Law?
Authors: Mittwoch Anne-Christin
Published: June 2024

The centrepiece of the European Ecodesign Regulation (ER), which successfully passed the trilogue at the end of 2023, is the digital product passport (Articles 8–13 ER), which will soon be introduced across the European internal market. It is intended to make a key contribution to the transition to a circular economy by providing market participants with digitized information on almost every type of product, which can be easily accessed by scanning a data carrier with a mobile phone. The focus here is on sustainability aspects, such as the life cycle or recycling of the respective products, as well as information about their supply chain. The legal infrastructure of the digital product passport is therefore at the interface of the two key discussions of sustainability and digitalization. This article analyses the new regulations and focuses on legal issues of the twin transformation.
JOGOS DIDÁTICOS: OS OBJETIVOS DAS ODS COM FOCO EM CIDADES SUSTENTÁVEIS E EDUCAÇÃO DE QUALIDADE
Authors: Dokko Rosana Keiko , Assan Antônio Zhaide dos Santos , Silva Leonora Matos da , Bareiro Paulo Cesar Bica , Alves Rita Vigilato
Published: June 2024

Este trabalho faz parte do Programa de Iniciação Científica e Tecnológica do Estado de Mato Grosso do Sul 2023. CHAMADA FUNDECT N° 10/2023 – PICTEC MS III. Projeto Cidades Sustentáveis: Planejar jogando. Ao deparar com os estudos bibliográficos sobre as cidades sustentáveis. Na primeira parte do projeto vimos a necessidade de estudar os outros Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável da Organizações das Nações Unidas – Agenda 2030. O nosso foco é em Cidades Sustentáveis e Educação de Qualidade que por meio de jogos didáticos buscamos e acreditamos que as crianças e os jovens aprendendo na escola ajudaria a levar para suas famílias as boas práticas para a sua casa e consequentemente para a cidade. Foram feitas pesquisa bibliográfica e pesquisa por meio de questionário e entrevista na Escola Estadual Adê Marques em Ponta Porã no Mato Grosso do sul. Nos questionários, a grande maioria dos alunos relataram a importância do ensino com a ajuda de jogos didáticos.  Concluímos que os jogos didáticos são ferramentas que ajuda na educação de qualidade, no desenvolvimento de habilidades, no pensamento crítico, inovador, e um cidadão consciente da importância da sustentabilidade para as próximas gerações.
ESTRUTURA DE FUNCIONAMENTO DO SISTEMA DE PLANEJAMENTO E ORÇAMENTO MUNICIPAL
Authors: Munari Elis , Guimarães Edilene da Encarnação
Published: June 2024

Este artigo explora a estrutura e funcionamento do sistema de planejamento e orçamento municipal, destacando sua importância na gestão eficiente dos recursos públicos para promover o desenvolvimento local. O objetivo principal foi analisar como esse sistema contribui para a alocação de recursos em áreas prioritárias, visando atender às necessidades da comunidade, impulsionar o crescimento econômico e garantir a qualidade de vida dos cidadãos. Para isso, utilizou-se uma abordagem que combina revisão bibliográfica e análise crítica de relatórios governamentais, visando compreender a dinâmica e os desafios enfrentados na implementação desse sistema. Os resultados apontam para a importância da transparência, participação cidadã e eficiência na gestão pública para o sucesso do planejamento e orçamento municipal, ressaltando a necessidade de políticas que promovam a inclusão social, desenvolvimento sustentável e equidade na distribuição de recursos. Os resultados destacam a importância da transparência, participação cidadã e eficiência na gestão pública para o sucesso do planejamento e orçamento municipal. Isso ressalta a necessidade de políticas que promovam a inclusão social, o desenvolvimento sustentável e a equidade na distribuição de recursos. A conclusão principal é que um sistema de planejamento e orçamento bem estruturado é crucial para o avanço das comunidades locais, fortalecendo a governança e promovendo o bem-estar coletivo.
ENFERMEIROS CAPACITADOS PARA PROMOVER O CUIDADO CENTRADO NO PACIENTE ONCOLÓGICO
Authors: Abreu Aline Moraes de , Waterkemper Roberta , Pires Thielen Bruna , Nunes Aline Siqueira da Silva , Giergowicz Bruna Bastos
Published: June 2024

Os enfermeiros capacitados em promover o cuidado centrado no paciente também conhecidos como enfermeiros navegadores surgiram para facilitar o acesso ao tratamento. Eles oferecem cuidados individualizados, atendendo às necessidades físicas, sociais e emocionais dos pacientes, auxiliando-os a superar obstáculos no acesso aos serviços de saúde. Os enfermeiros navegadores gerenciam e supervisionam todo o processo de tratamento, capacitando e empoderando os pacientes para que possam ser protagonistas do seu processo de tratamento e interagir de forma mais eficaz com os profissionais de saúde. Há uma grande importância destes enfermeiros no acolhimento e suporte ao paciente oncológico. Eles são capacitados para minimizar o impacto do câncer e reduzir barreiras de acesso aos cuidados. Destaca-se a importância do conhecimento técnico, das habilidades nos relacionamentos interpessoais, e da comunicação bem como das especializações e treinamentos que contribuem para o desenvolvimento e aperfeiçoamento dos enfermeiros navegadores. Em suma, a navegação é reconhecida como um modelo de cuidado centrado no paciente, especialmente no tratamento oncológico.
A. STUDI ANALISIS KUALITAS SUNGAI SEDATI SIDOARJO - JAWA TIMUR
Authors: Widiyanti Atik , Salsabella Aulianitha , Oktavia Lily , Taqwanur
Published: June 2024

Abstrak
Kabupaten Sidoarjo terkenal akan hasil perikanannya yaitu sebesar 75% Kecama-tan terbesar penghasil perikanan adalah Kecamatan Sedati. Salah satu sungai yang melintasi Kecamatan Sedati disebut Sungai Sedati. Sungai ini memiliki panjang sekitar 2,4 km dan lebar rata-rata 5 m. Kegiatan masyarakat di sepanjang aliran sungai diperkirakan sangat mempengaruhi kualitas air sungai. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kualitas air Sungai Sedati Kabupaten Si-doarjo Jawa Timur. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan cara melakukan pengambilan sampel air sungai. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan pada empat titik dengan memperhatikan aktifitas masyarakat di sekitar perairan sungai. Parameter yang dianalisis yaitu suhu, pH, TSS, TDS, DO dan COD. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa konsentrasi TSS, DO dan COD melampaui ambang batas baku mutu Pera-turan Pemerintah Nomor 82 Tahun 2001 (Badan Air Kelas II), sedangkan konsen-trasi suhu, pH dan TDS suhu memenuhi baku mutu.
Kata kunci : Aktifitas masyarakat, Badan air kelas II, Kualitas air sungai
B. ANALISIS VALIDITAS DAN RELIABILITAS INSTRUMEN KEPUASAN PELAYANAN AKADEMIK
Authors: Yafi Muhammad Mansur , Taqwanur
Published: June 2024

Abstrak
Evaluasi terhadap implementasi sistem mutu di lingkungan Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Sidoarjo adalah salah satu proses yang secara rutin dilakukan dalam rangka menjaga keberlangsungan berjalannya sebuah sistem sesuai dengan standar yang sudah ditetapkan. Pengukuran kepuasan terhadap layanan akademik, merupakan salah satu instrumen yang menjadi bagian dari implementasi sistem mutu di lingkungan Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Sidoarjo. Perlu dilakukan uji validitas dan reliabilitas untuk menentukan baik atau tidaknya suatu instrumen yang akan digunakan. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah menyajikan analisis validitas dan reliabilitas instrumen kepuasan pelayanan akademik. Hasil uji instrumen dapat disimpulkan bahwa berdasarkan hasil perhitungan 30 item pernyataan, didapatkan hasil bahwa 30 pernyataan mendapatkan nilai r hitung > 0,273 sehingga dapat digunakan sebagai alat ukur dalam penelitian terkait dengan kepuasan pengguna elektronik rekam medis. Uji reliabilitas dilakukan dengan menghitung nilai Cronbach’s Alpha item pernyataan yang dinyatakan valid. Berdasarkan 30 pernyataan yang dinyatakan valid, hasil perhitungan Cronbach’s Alpha mendapatkan nilai 0,973 sehingga dapat dikatakan bahwa instrumen tersebut reliabel. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah 35 pernyataan dinyatakan valid dan reliabel sehingga dapat digunakan sebagai alat ukur dalam penelitian terkait dengan kepuasan pelayanan akademik.
Kata kunci: Kepuasan, Validitas, Reliabilitas
D. ANALISA KUALITAS PELAYANAN TERHADAP KEPUASAN KONSUMEN PADA BISNIS JASA INDUSTRI OTOMOTIF DENGAN METODE SERVQUAL DAN IPA (STUDI KASUS PT. KEDAUNG SATRYA MOTOR)
Authors: Muhammad Arif Iman , Saraswati Rahaju
Published: June 2024

ABSTRAK
Kualitas pelayanan merupakan upaya perusahaan untuk memenuhi kebutuhan dan keinginan  konsumen. Pelayanan harus diberikan secara terus menerus untuk kualitas dan kepuasan yang tinggi. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kualitas pelayanan pada PT. Kedaung Satrya Motor untuk meningkatkan kepuasan pelanggan dan mengurangi keluhan pelanggan. Dalam penelitian ini jumlah  kuesioner yang disebar adalah 50 responden dan  pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan kuesioner. Kualitas layanan digunakan sebagai 5 aspek kualitas layanan termasuk 31 atribut. Data tersebut diolah dengan menggunakan metode Service Performance Analysis and Importance (IPA) untuk menentukan persepsi (satisfaction) dan ekspektasi GAP  dengan nilai tertinggi yang diperoleh yaitu -2,3. Kemudian digunakan metode Critical Performance Analysis (IPA) untuk menentukan urutan prioritas perbaikan dari 31 atribut yang digunakan. Atribut  prioritas untuk meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan adalah yang termasuk dalam kuadran 1 untuk  meningkatkan kepuasan pelanggan. Atribut-atribut tersebut adalah pemrosesan permintaan yang cepat, pengelolaan dokumen yang mudah, dan hasil layanan yang memuaskan.
Kata Kunci: kualitas, kepuasan, servqual, IPA
Introducing a New Grade 8 Curriculum in Children's Rights
Authors: Covell Katherine , O'Leary Johnna L. , Howe R. Brian
Published: June 2024

Existing research indicates that the effective implementation of new curricula depends on several variables including teachers' agreement with the goals of a new program, its impact on workload, and opportunities for professional development. The purpose of this research was to assess how far 31 grade 8 teachers implemented a new children s rights curriculum, whether the implementation of the curriculum changed their and their students' attitudes about children's rights, and to identify factors that encouraged implementation. Major findings were as follows: Workload, defined in terms of years of experience and class size, was predictive of curriculum use. The more teachers used the curriculum, the higher they rated it and the more they expressed attitudes supportive of children's rights. Students' support for the rights of adults, including ethnocultural minorities and those with disabilities, was positively related to their teachers' support for children's rights.
Under attack? Public accounts of health inequalities and the social determinants of health in Scotland
Authors: Smith Katherine , Stewart Ellen
Published: June 2024

Scotland experiences higher mortality rates and larger health inequalities than other high-income countries, including the wider UK. The predominantly epidemiological evidence-base identifies deprivation, inequalities in wealth, deindustrialization, health behaviours and housing as important factors, while excess mortality has been attributed to a ‘political attack’ on the Scottish population in the late twentieth century. This paper synthesises 48 studies offering lay perspectives on the factors shaping health in Scotland, identified via systematic searches. The findings demonstrate that people with lived experience of disadvantage have a good understanding of the social determinants of health inequalities. We also identify five ways in which Scotland’s disadvantaged communities experience a sense of ‘attack’: the structural violence of poverty; disadvantageous national policies; ‘street level bureaucrats’ gatekeeping welfare support; local profiteers (e.g., unresponsive landlords); and interpersonal violence. We argue that these findings provide support for the ‘political attack’ hypothesis and that they suggest research and policy needs to better grapple with the depth of poverty, the intersectional nature of inequalities and the roles that history, narratives, crime, violence and policy implementation each play in shaping Scotland’s health outcomes. We call for research and policy responses that ground both diagnosis and future prescriptions in the experiential knowledge of those most negatively impacted.
The SRT Theory of Emotional Application in Business
Authors: Raj Johaniel
Published: June 2024

Have you ever wondered what makes a person choose a business or product for the first time? Even more so, what makes them come back to that business or product and eventually stay loyal? The SRT theory of emotional application covers three stages every business or product goes through, with relevant examples from companies that have used this approach in the past. These stages are the establishing stage, the growing stage, and the established stage. Each stage uses the application of different emotions from SRT, which stands for: - Sentiment - Reason - Trust
The Integration of Soft Skills in Civil Engineering: Enhancing Professional Competence and Project Success
Authors:   Department of Civil Engineering, Nalanda College of Engineering, Asthana Harshit Kumar
Published: June 2024

In the realm of civil engineering, the mastery of technical knowledge and skills is indispensable for the successful execution of projects. However, the significance of soft skills, including communication, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving, is increasingly recognized as crucial for the holistic development of civil engineers. This paper explores the importance of integrating soft skills into the civil engineering curriculum and professional practice. It discusses the impact of these skills on project outcomes, team dynamics, and career progression, emphasizing the need for a balanced skill set in contemporary civil engineering. Key Words: Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Soft Skills, Technical Competence, Professional Development
Chatbot Architecture based on NLP Techniques
Authors:   AI&DS Department Datta Meghe College of Engineering Navi-Mumbai, India, Kale Neha
Published: June 2024

Chatbots have emerged as a prominent technological innovation with a profound impact on various aspects of human life, including customer service, communication, and automation. This abstract provides an overview of the evolution, functionalities, and implications of chatbots in contemporary The potential of chatbots goes beyond commercial applications. They are being used in education to provide personalized learning experiences and in mental health support, offering immediate responses to those in need. In the workplace, chatbots can streamline administrative tasks, manage appointments, and assist with onboarding processes. Their adaptability and scalability have made them a valuable asset in various industries. The continued development of chatbot technology and a thoughtful approach to their use are essential for maximizing their benefits while mitigating potential drawbacks in the rapidly changing landscape of artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction. Key Words: Chatbot, NLP ,AI, Seq2Seq architecture, RNN-based models
Participative leadership in small businesses
Authors:   Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Camacho Isaac , Arroyo Hernández Rosalinda ,   Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Published: June 2024

This paper presents some ideas on the concept of participative leadership as a behavioral interpretative framework to understand the specificity of small businesses owner’s organizational role. To that point the paper begins with a review of the general characteristics of Organizational Behavior Management and its analysis and intervention tools. From there, the paper presents an analysis of the way in which the concept of participative leadership can create a conceptual connection to such tools and bring about an understanding of the specificity of leadership in such business. The empirical functions proposed to understand such specificity are: a) innovation actions; b) feedback conditions;and c) operation exemplar. The paper concludes with an emphasis on an equal recognition of such functions and suggests the development of a formula for the quantitative measurement of each function ́s weight on a general parameter of participative leadership viewed as a competence.
Analysis of Increasing Product Sales Value Through Sustainable Business Planning in MSMEs in Medan City
Authors: Safrida Eli , Gultom Selfi Afriani , Hasibuan Raya Puspita Sari , Purnami Suri , Fitria Ana , Susilawati Susilawati
Published: June 2024

This study aims to analyze the increase in product selling value through sustainable business planning in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Medan City, especially those engaged in handicrafts. The majority of MSMEs in this sector are known to face challenges in the sustainability of their businesses due to the lack of effective business planning. This research method involves in-depth surveys and interviews with a number of handicraft MSMEs in Medan City, namely a total of 36 MSMEs. The collected data will be analyzed using qualitative and quantitative approaches. The results of this analysis will provide a comprehensive overview of the obstacles faced by MSMEs in managing their businesses, especially related to aspects of business planning. This research highlights the need for better business planning as the key to increasing the selling value of MSME products. By formulating a sustainable business plan, it is hoped that MSMEs can identify and overcome problems that often arise in their business activities. In addition, this study also explores the positive impact of sustainable business planning on increasing the competitiveness and marketing of MSME products. The results of this study are expected to provide practical recommendations to handicraft MSMEs in Medan City, as well as to related stakeholders, such as local governments and MSME supporting institutions. The implementation of sustainable business planning is expected to make a significant contribution to increasing the selling value of MSME products and in turn, improving the welfare of MSME owners and economic growth in the region. Thus, it can be understood that careful business planning is indeed very important.
A Systematic Review of the Influence of Aquatic Exercises on the Physical and Psychological Health of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Authors:   Department of Physiology, GMERS Medical College, Junagadh, Gujarat, India, Ghuntla Tejas P. , Dholakiya Jyoti R. ,   Ayurved Consultant, Junagadh, Gujarat, India
Published: June 2024

Background: Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) show significant motor deficits and behavioral dysfunctions, as part of their clinical manifestations. Also, these children are facing important difficulties in social learning, which negatively impacts their adjustment to society’s requirements. Apart from other modes of exercise, aquatic exercises may be more attractive to children. Aquatic exercises have been shown to have a beneficial effect on gross motor skills and executive functions in children with ASD. Aim: To study the influence of aquatic exercises on the physical and psychological health of children with ASD. Methods: Researchers used the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines for reporting systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Researchers looked for articles on PubMed, Google Scholar, and by manual search. Searched articles were screened for relevancy. Potential articles were selected using inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: Out of the 231 articles, four studies were included in the current systematic review. The age of participants ranged from 3−15 years. Overall, included studies found improvements in various aspects of gross motor and executive functions by aquatic exercise in children with ASD. Conclusion: Aquatic exercises can provide health benefits to children with ASD. Aquatic exercises can be useful as a part of therapy in children with ASD. There is wide scope for further studies to evaluate the beneficial effects of aquatic exercises.
Quantifying Protein and Nitrogen Levels in Paraphistomum Species
Authors: Gupta Sheela
Published: June 2024

Quantifying protein and nitrogen levels in Paramphistomum species is crucial for understanding their biochemical composition and metabolic processes. This study aimed to assess the total protein and nitrogen content in Paramphistomum spp. employing established assay techniques. The Folin phenol method, a widely recognized approach for protein estimation, and Varley's method for nitrogen determination were utilized. Our findings revealed that Paramphistomum spp. contained approximately 49.18% total protein and 3.57% total nitrogen by dry weight. These results underscore the applicability of traditional assay methods in elucidating the biochemical profiles of helminth parasites, offering valuable data for further research on their physiological characteristics and nutritional requirements.
Systematic Review on Association of Various Disease with Covid-19
Authors: Prakash Jay , Lodha Shivani
Published: June 2024

The SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19, initially emerged in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China, in early December 2019. On January 30, 2020, the World Health Organisation proclaimed the pandemic a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. There have been 49,053 confirmed cases and 1,381 fatalities globally as of February 14, 2020. The risk of developing severe COVID-19 is increased in some congenital disorders, according to reported studies, because these conditions often come with pre-existing co-morbidities that impact the circulatory and respiratory systems, leading to potentially life-threatening pneumonia. A high risk for severe COVID-19 infection is not associated with congenital disorders other than those listed, even though they cause psychological discomfort in patients. A higher risk of developing new-onset diabetes among survivors was associated with COVID-19, according to this review. Glucose dysregulation must be closely monitored throughout the recovery process from SARS-CoV-2 infection. The SARS-CoV-2 virus has unleashed a COVID-19 pandemic that rivals the size of the 1918 flu pandemic. Although respiratory symptoms predominate, neurological symptoms are also being more acknowledged as a possible clinical manifestation. It is expected that SARS-CoV-2 will create many issues impacting the central nervous system or peripheral nervous system, based on what is known about previous coronaviruses like the ones that caused SARS and the Middle East respiratory syndrome outbreaks. Diabetes mellitus and arterial hypertension are risk factors for cardiovascular disease; the impact of COVID-19 on these conditions may not be fully recognised. Recent research suggests that a family history of COVID-19 infection may raise the risk of various cardiovascular diseases to a level comparable to those of established risk factors for this condition. Furthermore, the risk of developing CVD and the severity of its symptoms are both increased in patients with a preexisting condition, such as myocarditis, acute coronary syndrome, heart failure (HF), thromboembolic consequences, or arrhythmias. Direct viral penetration into cardiovascular tissue and activation of a robust systemic inflammatory response are two hypothesised methods by which COVID-19 may influence CVD and CV risk.
Comparing the methods in sample collection and storage for genomic research
Authors: Sod-Erdene Byambadash , Delgerzul Baatar , Tsend-Ayush Dechingavaa , Unudbayasgalan Zunduibaatar , Ulziisaikhan Tumendemberel , Tserendulam Batsukh
Published: June 2024

The quality of DNA is a crucial factor in molecular genetics and conservation genomics research. Degradation of DNA can be caused due to many factors. To prevent DNA degradation, it’s essential to keep samples free from contamination, dry them quickly after collection, and store them in dry places. Therefore careful attention to storage conditions post-collection is important to minimize DNA degradation. In this study, we compared three different sample collection and storage methods by running agarose gel electrophoresis to determine their suitability for long-term storage without compromising DNA quality. We found that DNA from whole organ or large-sized samples degraded, while DNA from thinly sliced, chopped, dehydrated, and dried samples stored in silica gel and ethanol remained intact with high yield.
Геномын судалгааны дээж цуглуулалт, түүний хадгалах аргуудын харьцуулалт
Хураангуй. Молекул генетик болон хамгааллын генетикийн судалгааны чанарт нөлөөлдөг хамгийн чухал хүчин зүйл нь ДНХ-ийн чанар байдаг. ДНХ нь маш олон хүчин зүйлээс болж задардаг тул ДНХ-ийг задрахаас сэргийлэхийн тулд судалгааны дээжийг авахдаа бохирдуулахгүйгээр, хурдан хатааж хуурай нөхцөлд хадгалах нь чухал юм. Тиймээс аливаа судалгааны дээжийг анх цуглуулахад ДНХ-ийн задралыг бага байлгах үүднээс хадгалалтын нөхцөлд сайтар анхаарах хэрэгтэй байдаг. Иймд бид энэхүү судалгаагаар дээж цуглуулах, хадгалах 3 өөр арга зүйг туршсан ба аль нь ДНХ-ийн чанарыг алдагдуулахгүй, удаан хадгалахад тохиромжтой байгааг агарозын гель элеткрофорезод гүйлгэн харьцуулав. Ингэхэд эрхтэнээр нь буюу том хэмжээтэй авсан дээжийн ДНХ задарсан, харин нимгэн, жижиглэж усгүйжүүлж хатаасан болон силика гельд хадгалсан дээжийн ДНХ-ийн чанар хамгийн сайн буюу задраагүй, гарц ихтэй байв.
Түлхүүр үгс: ДНХ задрал, Генетикийн дээж, Силика гель, RADseq, Дээж хадгалалт