bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
CONCEPTUAL FOUNDATIONS OF THE DIGITAL ECONOMY: THE ROLE OF INNOVATION IN FORMATION SYSTEMS
Authors:   State University of Trade and Economics, Koval Yana
Published: February 2024

Digital information technologies are increasingly being developed and used in the modern world, becoming a key factor in shaping the global economic environment. The dynamic growth of the digital economy sector is accompanied by an increase in the number of users and processes. Thus, it can be argued that information and digital technologies are becoming a powerful state-of-the-art engine of all spheres of social and economic life, and the world's leading companies consider digitalization and informatization processes to be the driving force behind modern innovation development, growth of economic competitiveness, quality of life and social progress. First and foremost, the active development of digital information technologies is associated with the search by economic entities for new sources and means that would ensure stable and sustainable growth. The peculiarity of digitalization processes as drivers of economic development is their impact on the economic system through modifications in the processes of production, circulation, distribution and consumption, as well as ensuring their dynamic interaction. That is why it is advisable to study the conceptual characteristics of the digital economy sector, since the global digital network is not only a new way of doing business or technology, but also a qualitatively new form of economic relations which functions not separately but in an integrated manner, transforming all other traditional sectors and areas of economic activity and forming a fundamentally new international economic environment.
ENHANCING DIGITAL SKILLS IN BUSINESS FOR THE DIGITAL ECONOMY
Authors:   KROK University, Pravdyvets Oleksandr , Zakharov Oleksandr ,   KROK University
Published: February 2024

This study provides an overview of the current landscape and future trajectories of digital skills in business in the European Union. The purpose of the research is to study the main trends in the development of digital skills based on scientific works published in 2000-2023. The research methodology consists in the use of methods of analysis and synthesis for the study of digital skills. The main result of the study was the study of the main trends in the development of digital skills, which include the adoption of digital transformation initiatives, an increased emphasis on the possibilities of remote work, and a growing awareness of the need for upskilling and retraining of the workforce. It is established that as of 2023, the European business ecosystem is experiencing a transformational shift marked by the acceleration of digitalization and the integration of advanced technologies. Digital transformation is driving businesses to rely more on technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence and automation. Experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the integration of remote work practices, highlighting the importance of digital collaboration tools and cybersecurity measures. Upskilling and reskilling initiatives are becoming commonplace, ensuring that the workforce has the necessary competencies to navigate the evolving digital landscape. This research also highlights the growing focus on data analytics for informed decision-making and the need for companies to improve their cybersecurity readiness. Collaboration between businesses and educational institutions fosters synergies that aim to bridge the gap between academic curricula and industry requirements. Future prospects include continued adoption of the latest technologies, government initiatives to support the development of digital skills and a commitment to digital inclusion. The future trajectory involves a dynamic interplay between technological progress, government policy and the imperative to ensure the availability and inclusiveness of digital skills for all members of society.
EXPLORING THE FOUNDATIONS OF THE DIGITAL ECONOMY: AN IN-DEPTH OVERVIEW
Authors:   Scientific Center of Innovative Research, Mihus Iryna , Gupta Sandeep Kumar ,   CMR University
Published: February 2024

This scientific review provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of digital technologies from the years 2000 to 2024. Spanning two decades, the study synthesizes findings from a multitude of scholarly articles, encompassing empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, and technological advancements. The review is organized into distinct eras reflecting key themes: the Internet Revolution and Web 2.0 (2000-2010), the Mobile Technology Boom (2010-2015), the era of Big Data and Analytics (2010-2015), the Rise of Artificial Intelligence (2015-present), and the Emergence of Blockchain and Decentralization (2015-present). The purpose of the research is to study the main stages of the evolution of digital technologies and the main trends of the development of the digital economy. The research methodology consisted in the use of methods of analysis and synthesis to study the main stages of the evolution of digital technologies; method of systematization to identify the main trends of the development of the digital economy; forecasting method for determining the main prospects for the development of the digital economy. The research is structured to highlight key themes and developments within distinct time frames, encompassing the maturation of e-commerce platforms, the emergence of new business models, and the dynamic interaction between technology and consumer behavior. Detailed analyses of the obtained results shed light on the transformative impact of e-commerce on traditional business practices and the evolution of innovative online business models. The obtained results from these studies are discussed in detail, highlighting transformative trends, critical insights, and anticipated future directions.
GOING TO DIGITAL ECONOMY: AN INTEGRATED APPROACH TO POLICY MAKING
Authors:   V.I. Vernadsky Taurida National University, Pylypenko Olha
Published: February 2024

The digital economy is a type of economy where the key factors and means of production are digital data (binary, information, etc.) and network transactions, as well as their use as a resource, which makes it possible to significantly increase the efficiency and productivity of activities and value for the resulting products and services. The digital economy encompasses business in all sectors of economic activity, i.e. not only in the information and telecommunications sector, but also in basic industries, agriculture, construction, etc. The analysis of digital trends makes it possible to predict the development of a specific economic, technological and even social phenomenon in the future. The development of the digital economy, depending on the assessment of criticality and the need for rapid and deep changes in the traditional economic structure, can develop according to two scenarios. The inertial (evolutionary) scenario involves the inertial continuation of the trends of the past, that is, the perception of technology and digitalization of the economy and the use of human capital as non-priority. The economy remains inefficient, labor migration and "brain drain" continue, and products lose competition on foreign markets. The target (forced) scenario envisages the transition of the economy within 5-10 years to the development and appearance of a significant share of the digital economy in its structure (up to 65% of GDP). It includes ensuring the rule of law and removing institutional (legislative, tax, etc.) barriers that hinder the development of the digital and innovative economy; systemic state stimulation of digitalization of the economy and business sectors; initiation by the state of large-scale transformational initiatives and digitization projects, in particular based on modern models of public-private partnership. According to the target scenario, the key strategy for digitization should be the focus on the domestic market, and the key initiatives should be the formation of motivations, demand and needs for digital technologies among consumers (businesses, the state, citizens). Creating a digital society means creating a society that intensively and productively uses digital technologies for their own needs (self-realization, work, recreation, education, leisure for everyone), as well as for the achievement and implementation of common economic, social and public goals. The way to an effective country and economy is through the development of the domestic market for the consumption of information, communication and digital technologies.
DIGITAL ECONOMY: INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGIES
Authors:   KROK University, Rumyk Ihor
Published: February 2024

The digital economy is a type of economy where the key factors (means) of production are digital data: numerical, textual, etc. Their use as a resource makes it possible to significantly increase the efficiency, productivity, value of services and goods, to build a digital society. Digitization is one of the main factors in the growth of the world economy in the next 5-10 years. In addition to the direct productivity gains that companies get from digital technologies, there is a chain of indirect benefits of digitalization, such as saving time, creating new demand for new goods and services, new quality and value. Nowadays, the level of development of digital technologies plays a critical role in the competitiveness of countries and economic unions. The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) considers the transition to a digital economy to be the key driver of economic growth. In recent years, EAEU member states have made significant progress in many areas of digital development. The prospects and relevance of digital development of the economies of the EAEU member states were reflected in the Main Directions of the Digital Agenda of the EAEU by 2025, where digital transformation is emphasized as a key factor of development. Harmonization of efforts in the joint implementation of initiatives and projects of the Digital Agenda of the EAEU will allow the expansion of the capabilities of member states, citizens and business entities not only within the EAEU, but also in foreign markets. The effectiveness of joint actions of member states within the Digital Agenda depends on the successful development of their own economies. The implementation of the Digital Agenda will require the creation of digital platforms, network infrastructures, enabling initiatives and projects, building partnerships with those who have chosen the path of digital transformation. Digital transformation means the integration of digital technologies into all areas of business. This integration leads to fundamental changes in the way citizens, enterprises and organizations act, how they provide value for themselves, their employees, customers, partners, achieving their own and common economic and social goals faster, cheaper and with new quality. Digital technologies include the Internet of Things, robotics and cyber systems, artificial intelligence, big data, paperless technologies, additive technologies (3D printing), cloud and fog computing, unmanned and mobile technologies, biometrics, quantum technologies, identification technologies, blockchain, etc. Digitization should be considered as a tool, not as an end in itself. With a systemic state approach, digital technologies will stimulate the creation of jobs, increase productivity, rates of economic growth and the quality of life of citizens.
Governance of business ethics and controls in Islamic banks
Authors: Alhabarneh Dr.Zeinat Hussein , Muhamed Dr.Nurul Aini Binti
Published: February 2024

The study was keen to clarify that the ethics of Islamic banking is a set of principles, values ​​and moral rules derived from Islamic Sharia, according to which morals and the ethics of workers are determined, such as sincerity, honesty, justice and fairness ... etc. Likewise, work ethic is based on respect for order and laws, factors of production, self-restraint, respect for ownership, speed of achievement, and mastery.
And also the ethics of financial transactions from preventing usury, hoarding money, and avoiding prohibitions in transactions. In addition to the bank's ethics towards internal and external communities, such as helping to spread and fulfill Islamic banking awareness for the public interest, taking into account social conditions.
We also concluded that the Islamic bank is keen to apply all Islamic work ethics in Islamic banks. Thus, the Islamic bank performed its moral and social mission and achieved the desired success.
Adakah Pengaruh Peningkatan Transaksi Pembayaran Nontunai terhadap Jumlah Uang Beredar selama Pandemi Covid - 19
Authors: Emilda Emilda , Nurkholis Kgs M , Putri Andini Utari
Published: February 2024

This research aims to find out whether there are non-cash payments regarding the amount of money circulating in Indonesia during the Covid-19 pandemic. The money supply used in this research is narrow money (M1) and broad money (M2). Non-cash payments in this research are represented by four transaction schemes, namely the card payment system (APMK), electronic money, Bank Indonesia's national clearing system (SKNBI), and the BI-RTGS system. The Error Correction Model is used to study the relationship between non-cash payment systems and the money supply. Data processing in this research uses Eviews 9. The partial research results show that only the value of electronic transactions has a positive effect on the narrow money supply (M1) and none of the variables from the non-cash payment scheme in this study have a partial effect on the broad money supply (M2). Meanwhile, it simultaneously shows that the value of ATM/Debit transactions, the value of electronic money transactions, the value of credit card transactions, the value of clearing transactions, and the value of BI-RTGS transactions together influence the M1 and M2 money supply.
A bibliometric analysis of using machine learning and artificial intelligence in prostate cancer detection
Authors: Raza Syed Asif , Pervez Nadeem , Burney Ikram A. , Ahmed Momena
Published: February 2024

Prostate cancer stands as one of the most prevalent cancers globally among men, exhibiting substantial geographical variations in both incidence and mortality. While developed countries bear a higher incidence, developing countries grapple with elevated mortality rates. The heightened mortality in the latter is attributed to variations in practices that impede early diagnosis. In this context, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) has become increasingly common to improve the diagnostic accuracy of prostate cancer. This review delves into the existing literature to scrutinize the utilization of AI and ML in the diagnosis of prostate cancer. To compile relevant literature, comprehensive searches were conducted on research databases, including SCOPUS, Web of Science, and Google Scholar, to identify articles related to AI or ML (AI/ML) in the diagnosis and management of prostate cancer. Using a screening criterion, 293 reviewed research papers were identified. The two most consistent themes were predictive modeling and the application of AI/ML tools for cancer grading and radiomics. AI and ML enhance diagnostic accuracy by reducing inter-individual variation in Gleason’s scoring and complimenting the interpretation of multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI). A few publications reported the use of AI/ML tools that combine histopathology with MRI signals. The literature surveyed indicates a compelling potential for AI and ML to improve diagnostic accuracy in prostate cancer. Emerging literature suggests the use of a combination of demographic features, clinical data, serological markers, pathological grading and radiological factors, and genomic data to propose an accurate, non-invasive diagnosis of clinically significant prostate cancer.
The promising applications of 3D printing technology in neurotrauma
Authors: He Wenbo , Xu Chongxi , Wu Wenbi , Chen Yuchen , Hou Jingxuan , Chen Zhouhaoran , Xu Jianguo , Gou Maling , Hu Yu
Published: February 2024

Neurotrauma mainly includes brain injury, spinal cord injury, and peripheral nerve injury, which are characterized by high morbidity and disability rates, and involve costly treatments. Currently, various strategies have been applied for the treatment of neurotrauma, but their efficacy is unsatisfactory. New effective strategies are needed to be developed to promote recovery after neurotrauma. In recent years, three-dimensional (3D) printing technology has been used to manufacture customized and complex constructs in tissue engineering applications, exhibiting great potential in repairing nervous system injuries. In this review, we introduce the principles and advantages of 3D printing and 3D bioprinting technologies that have been applied to repair injured nervous system. In particular, we summarize the current strategies in the aspects of biomaterials, physical stimulation, bioactive substances, cell transplantation, and their combination that have been considered in fabricating 3D-printed devices for neurotrauma treatment. Additionally, the challenges and prospects of 3D printing for neurotrauma treatment were also presented.
Research on governance structure and benefit balance concerning urban regeneration in Beijing, China: Analysis of the best practical cases
Authors: Yin Xiaoyong , Tang Yan
Published: February 2024

While proposing the national strategy of implementing urban regeneration, the Chinese government put forward requirements such as preventing large-scale demolition and construction and protecting historical architecture, indicating that the previous urban regeneration methods of demolishing low-rise and old buildings and building high-rise and new ones are no longer applicable. As the capital city, Beijing is facing more stringent constraints on reduction-oriented development and historical protection, and the problems of insufficient motivation and unclear paths for market players to participate in urban regeneration have become more prominent. Based on a systematic review of the main theories and practices of market participation in urban regeneration, this study builds a market-oriented mechanism analysis framework for urban regeneration of “governance structure-benefit balance.” In this study, we compared 34 cases that won the title of “The First Beijing Urban Regeneration Best Practice in 2022” and conducted further in-depth analysis of three typical cases by semi-structured interviews, field research, qualitative analysis, and quantitative comparison. From the study, we identified three typical governance structures of welfare protection, economic growth, and comprehensive development during the emergence of market participation in Beijing’s urban regeneration process and found that different governance structures have different cooperation and interaction mechanisms, value promotion orientations, and benefits distribution, which are respectively applicable to facilities and public space regeneration projects that implement social public welfare responsibilities, industrial regeneration projects with ample economic value-added space, and regional comprehensive regeneration projects where quasi-public goods and private goods coexist. We believe that the coexistence of multiple governance structures is an inevitable choice for China’s market mechanism of urban regeneration. The value-added space of urban regeneration projects should be further improved, the distribution of interests among multiple subjects should be balanced, and the sustainable and normalization of urban regeneration actions should be promoted.
Prognostic nutritional index instead of serum Vitamin D levels as a determinant of the presence of osteoporosis in adult male patients with neurological impairment
Authors: Tsunou Ayako , Hiroyo Miyata Hiroyo , Hokotachi Yoko , Horiuchi Isaku , Amagai Teruyoshi
Published: February 2024

Background: Complications of non-traumatic fractures and osteoporosis, which reduce mobility and quality of life, should not be ignored in patients with neurological impairment (NI).
Aim: To diagnose osteoporosis in adult patients with NI, a readily available and easily obtained index, instead of serum Vitamin D level or bone mineral density (BMD), was explored.
Methods: This was a single-center retrospective study. The participants were inpatients with NI admitted between August 2020 and June 2022. Patient data regarding (1) patient information, (2) blood data, including the prognostic nutrition index (PNI), which predicts outcomes of various diseases, (3) body composition, (4) T-score by BMD, (5) nutritional measures, and (6) outcome measures were collected. Enrolled patients were divided into two groups, with or without osteoporosis, according to their T-score. The data were analyzed by three methods: (1) comparison of all collected data between the two groups to analyze the factors influencing osteoporosis; (2) multiple logistic regression analysis; and (3) receiving operating characteristic curve analysis.
Results: Patients with osteoporosis had a significantly lower PNI (45 vs. 49, P = 0.045), and higher Vitamin D insufficiency (71% vs. 31%, P = 0.031). PNI was the strongest influencing factor, and its cutoff value for osteoporosis was 50.
Conclusion: The PNI is the strongest determinant of osteoporosis in patients with NI. Therefore, PNI can potentially be used as a surrogate for BMD instead of serum Vitamin D levels in institutionalized and homebound patients who do not have BMD measurement devices.
Relevance for Patients: Prognostic nutrition index, which is a simple blood test, outperforms serum vitamin D concentration as a good indicator for early detection of osteoporosis.
Parent Stand Growth Following Gap and Shelterwood Cutting in a Sessile Oak-Hornbeam Forest
Authors: Tobisch Tamás
Published: February 2024

In this paper, effects of uniform shelterwood cutting (SWC) and gap cutting (GC) on total volume and value increment of the parent stand, volume increment of individual sessile oak trees, as well as, on crown expansion of sessile oak are compared for the first five years of the regeneration period of an oak-hornbeam forest. The gaps were circular and of one tree height in diameter. During SWC, there were two harvesting occasions, on each of which 30% of the standing volume was removed. Total volume increment of the remaining sessile oak trees relative to the initial standing volume of sessile oak was approximately identical between the two methods. However, individual trees grew faster if applying SWC. Volume increment of sessile oak decreased with the distance from gap centres. Crowns expanded mostly southwards and westwards both in the cases of GC and SWC. Value increment of the parent stand did not differ considerably between the two methods.
A TOXICIDADE DOS CONTOS DE FADAS NO DESENVOLVIMENTO DA MULHER
Authors: Santos Gabriel Souza , Kurata Nayara Souza , Garcia Monique Joana D'arc Alves
Published: February 2024

Introdução: As mulheres desde a infância são incentivadas pelas leituras dos contos de fadas a criarem a idealização de um romance advindas das histórias destes contos em que se naturaliza os relacionamentos como perfeitos e tendo como prêmio para perfeição o casamento dos sonhos e o famoso "príncipe encantado” em que tal idealização tende a influenciar suas escolhas e crenças. Objetivo: A pesquisa tem como objetivo demonstrar como os contos de fadas influenciam culturalmente o feminino na internalização do romance ideal imposto pelo machismo patriarcal. Materiais e métodos: A presente pesquisa foi realizada por meio de revisão bibliográfica, de cunho qualitativo em que se utilizou de fontes de pesquisas de revisões bibliográficas em artigos, livros, teses e dissertações extraídas das principais plataformas de pesquisas que continham a temática de acordo com o presente tema. Resultados e discussões: Nota-se que o grupo mais afetado por este padrão estereotipado é o sexo feminino, já que a sociedade impõe uma conduta moral a essas meninas desde a infância em que por vezes o patriarcado delimita a figura da mulher ditando por onde ela deve passar, o que deve fazer e assim controla seu comportamento e os papéis que esta deverá exercer socialmente. Conclusão: Considerando os dados obtidos foi possível observar que a mulher é influenciada pelos contos de fadas, e ainda culturalmente pelo seu meio e crenças onde está inserida, e assim passa a agir de acordo com a cultura e o que esperam dela.
Introduction: Women from childhood are encouraged by reading fairy tales to create the idealization of a romance arising from the stories of these tales in which relationships are naturalized as perfect with the prize for perfection being the dream wedding and the famous "prince enchanted” in which such idealization tends to influence their choices and beliefs. Objective: The research aims to demonstrate how fairy tales culturally influence the feminine in the internalization of the ideal romance imposed by patriarchal machismo. Materials and methods: The present research was carried out through a bibliographic review, of a qualitative nature, in which research sources from bibliographic reviews were used in articles, books, theses, and dissertations extracted from the main research platforms that contained the theme by the present theme. Results and discussions: Note It is clear that the group most affected by this stereotypical pattern is the female sex since society imposes moral conduct on these girls since childhood when patriarchy sometimes delimits the figure of a woman by dictating where she should go, what must do and thus controls their behavior and the roles they must play socially. Conclusion: Considering the data obtained, it was possible to observe that women are influenced by fairy tales, and also culturally by their environment and beliefs in which they are inserted, and thus begin to act under the culture and what they expect from them.
Keterampilan Dasar Akuntansi dalam Mengelola Laporan Keuangan UMKM
Authors: Andranela Ragilia Azzahra , Jisika Jisika , Elfrida Maria , Arofah Delia , Insan Muhamad Fadli Nur , Christianty Ester , Mesa Neng , Agustisna Zevania , Febriyanti Melinda , Jelita Vana
Published: February 2024

Bagi UMKM, beberapa tahapan yang dapat dilakukan agar dapat mengelola keuangan dengan baik, yaitu mulai melakukan pemisahan keuangan pribadi dan usaha, dan memulai pembukuan sederhana. Jika UMKM sudah mampu memisahkan keuangan pribadi dengan keuangan usaha, dan mempunyai pembukuan atau manajemen administrasi (keuangan bisnis), UMKM bisa mencoba untuk membuat perencanaan keuangan secara sederhana. Dengan memisahkan pencatatan keuangan pribadi dan usaha, para pemilik dapat lebih mudah dalam mengelola keuangan usahanya. Hal ini karena ketepatan pencatatan keuangan usaha dapat mempengaruhi pengambilan keputusan dan mengevaluasi kinerja usahanya. Arus kas yang tercampur antara keuangan pribadi dan usaha dapat menyulitkan para pelaku UMKM dalam menentukan biaya operasional usaha. Salah satu strategi untuk memisahkan pencatatan keuangan pribadi dengan usaha adalah pemilik dapat menggaji dirinya sendiri agar segala kebutuhan pribadi dicatat dari pos gaji tersebut. Pencatatan keuangan sehari-hari merupakan hal yang sederhana, namun dapat membawa manfaat besar untuk jangka waktu panjang. Perusahaan dengan pencatatan keuangan yang lengkap dan akurat akan memiliki kelebihan dalam aspek evaluasi dan pemantauan. Adanya perkembangan teknologi harus dimanfaatkan oleh pelaku bisnis UMKM. Namun, pelaku usaha juga harus dapat menentukan dengan tepat apa yang akan digunakan untuk menunjang keseluruhan operasional usahanya. Semakin berkembangnya teknologi, para pelaku UMKM dapat memanfaatkan aplikasi digital untuk membantu mengelola bisnis agar lebih efektif. Dengan memanfaatkan aplikasi digital, para pelaku UMKM dapat mengetahui transaksi keuangan lebih cepat dan akurat. Target khusus dalam kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah memberikan pengetahuan dan pelatihan kepada pelaku UMKM Kantin Janda mengenai keterampilan dasar akuntansi dalam mengelola laporan keuangan UMKM.
Agricultural Price Fluctuation and Its Effects on Small-Scale Farmer Income: A Case of Maize Crop in Kilolo District
Authors: Mbwilo Kelvin
Published: February 2024

This study examined the agriculture crop price fluctuation and its effects on small-scale farmer income in Tanzania, specifically in Kilolo District in Iringa Region. The study sampled 90 respondents, where 84 respondents were for structured questionnaire and 6 for interviews.  Simple random sampling and purposive sampling techniques were used to collect data.  The mixed-methods data were analysed using linear regression estimation techniques, estimated Ordinary Least Squares estimator, and content analysis for qualitative data.  The study revealed that Agriculture cash crops positively influence the yearly income of small-scale farmers, signifying that increased engagement in cash crop cultivation contributes to higher income levels for these farmers.  Conversely, the study unveiled the negative implications of crop price fluctuations on small-scale farmers’ yearly income, demonstrating that erratic price variations can substantially challenge their economic stability.  These findings were robustly supported by statistical analyses, including the t-test and regression analysis, which underscored the significance of Agriculture cash crops and crop price fluctuations as determinants of small-scale farmers’ yearly income.  The adjusted R² value of 0.607 further substantiated these results, signifying that the independent variables, Agriculture cash crops, and crop price fluctuations account for approximately 60.7% of the variation observed in the dependent variable.  In such a sense, small-scale farmers’ yearly income is determined by agricultural cash crops done by small-scale farmers and the crop prices fluctuation in the markets.  There is a need for marketing officers to provide marketing information to small-scale farmers from time to time for small-scale farmers to be aware of cash crop price fluctuations and what kind of cash crops will have a higher market value, hence lowering the level of price fluctuation in the markets.  Such a move would increase small-scale farmers’ yearly income in Kilolo District
Choice and Use of Sangu Language Among Sangu Speakers of Mbarali Mbeya Region, Tanzania
Authors: Gabriel Helena
Published: February 2024

This article aims to analyse the domains of language choice and use of the Sangu language among Sangu speakers in Tanzania in relation to its endangerment. The study used quantitative approach to assess the four domains of sangu language of home/family, religion, market, and traditional functions. The study was guided by domain analysis theoretical framework by Fishman (1972). Data were collected through questionnaire method from 50 Sangu speakers and were computed and analyzed quantitatively by the assistance of SPSS programme. The research outcomes portrays the domination of Swahili, the national language in almost all domains along with a noticeable interference of it in the intimate domains of Sangu language use. The choice and use of Sangu language have turned out to be minimal in almost all domains. The research results points towards one conclusion that Sangu language is in the danger of disappearing because the presence of Swahili in the intimate domain indicates that the coming generations will lack intergeneration language transmission and become endangered
Effect of Risk Assessment as an Element of Internal Control System on the Quality of Financial Reporting Information in Local Governments of Rwanda
Authors: Ntahondereye Aminadab , Opuodho Gordon O. , Muigai Robert Gitau
Published: February 2024

Risk assessment as a component of the internal control system allows the management to stay focused on the entity's pursuit of its operation and produce high-quality financial reporting. Despite the adoption of risk assessment as part of an internal control system for years, Rwanda's local governments faced many persistent problems in their financial reporting information. Thus, this research evaluated the effect of risk assessment as a component of the internal control system on the quality of financial reporting in Rwandan local governments. The study was conducted in the 30 districts of Rwanda. Primary data was collected using the questionnaire, and the reports of the Office of General Auditors of Rwanda were consulted to collect secondary data. The findings from descriptive analysis showed a high level of risk assessment with a mean of 3.87. The level of the quality of financial reporting information was high, with a mean of 4.02. Findings from correlation analysis showed that the correlation coefficient between risk assessment and quality of financial reporting information was 0.648, and the p-value was 0.00. The linear equation from regression analysis showed a constant of 2.135, indicating that if the risk assessment as an independent variable stays constant, a positive change in the quality of financial reporting information of 2.135 is observed. The model shows that for a unit increase in risk assessment quality, financial reporting information is predicted to increase by 0.493 units. The management of local governments of Rwanda has been recommended to put more effort into considering the potential for fraud to assess risks for achieving the objective of avoiding public fund embezzlement
Historical Trend Analysis and Future Projections of Rainfall in Amhara, Ethiopia
Authors: Mekoya Antensay , Molla Moges , Workneh Mulatu , Worku Tewachew
Published: February 2024

Understanding rainfall trends & projections is essential for water resource management. This study showed historical (1981-2020) and future (2021-2100) rainfall amounts and trends across 71 grid points separated by 0.44o in Amhara and Amhara’s five rainfall regimes (A3, A4, A5U, A5L, A6). Ground and satellite merged historical data from Ethiopia Meteorology Institute (EMI) and the Rossby Centre Regional Atmospheric Model (RCA) forced by an ensemble of the best-performed Global Circulation Models (GCMs) in Amhara, HadGEM2-ES of UK and MPI-ESM-LR of Germany, in three Representative Concentration Pathway (RCP) scenarios, RCP2.6, RCP4.5, and RCP8.5 from CORDEX project were the basis of dataset. Amhara’s annual, seasonal, and monthly historical rainfall trends mostly increased. During Jun-Sep (Kiremt), lower rainfall receiving regimes (A6, A5L, A5U) had a significant increasing trend (~ 4 mm/year), while wetter regimes (A3 & A4) had a non-significant increasing (< 1 mm/year) and decreasing (~ -0.5 mm/year) trends, respectively. Generally, compared to the climatology, the annual and Kiremt rainfall in Amhara is projected to increase in the near-term (2021-2040) and mid-term (2041-2060) and decrease in the long-term (2081-2100); Oct-Jan (Bega) rainfall is projected to increase in all future terms and all RCP scenarios while Feb-May (Belg) rainfall will be abrupt
Kohar, the Potters of Terai: An Ethnicity Sustaining the Art of Pottery
Authors: Tharu Manoj Kumar
Published: February 2024

Potters are artists, and pottery is an ancient art of making artifacts from clay. The earthenware mainly includes items like lamps, pots, idols, etc., which are baked in fire and have been used in day-to-day activities, including cooking, decorations, and religious functions since the earliest date of human civilization. This paper is based on the descriptive method and aims to assess the traditional lifestyle of Kohar, the potter community in the Terai of Nepal. The direct interview was conducted with active pot makers residents of Rupandehi district, Nepal, to know they utilize what raw materials and equipment, what procedures for making a typical pottery are, what kinds of general earthenware are being produced, and what current difficulties affecting their tradition and culture. This cross-sectional study was conducted on the occasion of Dipawali, a Hindu festival in November 2023, and leads to the conclusion that the Kohar community of Nepal is encountering issues like shortage of quality soil, lack of market, and decreased interest of new generation in the pottery
Peranan Penggunaan Informasi Akuntansi Umkm Sektor Sasirangan Pada Kampung Sasirangan Seberang Masjid Dan Sungai Jingah Kota Banjarmasin
Authors: Yustisiana Sari  , Kadir Kadir , Muhammad Hudaya
Published: February 2024

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have a very important role in development in Indonesia. This study aims to determine the phenomenon of accounting practices and the role of accounting information on the success of Sasirangan UMKM. This type of research is qualitative research using a phenomenological approach. The subjects of this study were Sasirangan SMEs in Sasirangan Sungai Jingah Village and Opposite the Mosque in Banjarmasin City, namely 14 respondents. Data collection techniques in this study used interview, observation, and documentation techniques. The data analysis stage in this study consisted of data collection, data reduction, data display, and decision making. The results showed that accounting information has a role in the success of MSME businesses, namely in determining the purchase of inventory, determining the selling price, increasing business capital, implementing the production of goods and providing debt to customers. The results of other studies indicate that most MSMEs do not carry out accounting practices due to the informants' lack of understanding of accounting and the informants' lack of awareness of the role of accounting
Pengaruh Media Sosial dan Literasi Keuangan Terhadap Perilaku Konsumstif Mahasiswa Pendidikan Ekonomi
Authors: Rahman Rahman , Kharisma Nugraha Putra  , Hariatama Fendy
Published: February 2024

This research aimed at investigating the effect of social media and financial literacy on consumer behavior of Economics education students of FKIP Palangka Raya University. The research method used in this research is quantitative research method using descriptive approach.  The data sources in this study were students of class 2020 and 2021 with a sample of 70 students. The data analysis technique used in this research is the Product Moment Correlation Coefficient analysis method. Based on the results of the study, it is known that social media variables partially contribute more to the variable consumer behavior of students, namely with the value of t count> t table, namely 24.357> 1.669, while financial literacy contributes with the value of t count> t table, namely 3.422> 1.669 Based on simultaneous test data analysis, the value of Fcount> Ftable is obtained, namely 60.997> 3.15 with a significance level of 0.000 (r < 0,05). Based on the value of the coefficient of determination, which is 0.867, meaning that the factor influencing the consumptive behavior of economic education students at FKIP Palangka Raya University is 86.7% contained in social media factors and financial literacy and the remaining 13.3% is influenced by other factors outside this study
Czynniki determinujące stosowanie kwalifikowanego materiału siewnego w gospodarstwach rolnych
Authors: Mańkowski Dariusz R. , Oleksiak Tadeusz
Published: February 2024

Użycie przez rolnika kwalifikowanego materiału siewnego może być uzależnione od wielu czynników; ekonomicznych (cena materiału siewnego, dochodowość i opłacalność produkcji), technologicznych (stosowanej technologii i poziomu kultury uprawy), społecznych (wykształcenie, wiedza, doświadczenie), itp. Dodatkowo czynniki te mogą być ze sobą skorelowane. Trudno jest więc znaleźć jednoznaczną odpowiedź od czego zależy użycie kwalifikowanego materiału siewnego przez rolnika. W badaniach podjęto próbę identyfikacji czynników technologicznych wpływających na wykorzystanie kwalifikowanego materiału siewnego w uprawie głównych ziemiopłodów. Analizy wykonano w oparciu o dane pochodzące z badań ankietowych przeprowadzonych wśród rolników prowadzących rachunkowość rolniczą na potrzeby Instytutu Ekonomiki Rolnictwa i Gospodarki Żywnościowej. Badania prowadzono w latach 1992–2003. Łącznie, w tym okresie, obejmowały one 38 500 pól uprawnych. Uwzględniono dane dotyczące powierzchni całego gospodarstwa, powierzchni gruntów ornych w gospodarstwie, powierzchni uprawy gatunku, odległości gospodarstwa od punktu zaopatrzenia w materiał siewny, kwasowości gleby, jakości stanowiska, dawek nawożenia mineralnego, nawożenia organicznego, ilości wysiewu, terminu siewu oraz liczby zabiegów ochrony chemicznej. Do identyfikacji czynników determinujących wykorzystanie kwalifikowanego materiału siewnego wykorzystano analizę regresji logistycznej (PROC LOGISTIC) wykonaną w Systemie SAS® w wersji 9.1. Opracowano odrębne modele dla każdego z głównych ziemiopłodów (pszenicy ozimej, pszenicy jarej, jęczmienia jarego, pszenżyta ozimego oraz ziemniaków). Dobór zmiennych do modeli wykonano z wykorzystaniem kryteriów informacyjnych AIC (Akaike Information Criterion) oraz SBC (Schwarz Bayesian Criterion). Na podstawie przeprowadzonej analizy regresji logistycznej oceniono wpływ każdego z badanych czynników na wykorzystanie kwalifikowanego materiału siewnego w gospodarstwie.
Próba oceny technologii uprawy pszenicy ozimej na podstawie danych ankietowych gospodarstw indywidualnych. Część I. Metoda wyodrębniania technologii uprawy
Authors: Laudański Zbigniew , Mańkowski Dariusz R. , Sieczko Leszek
Published: February 2024

W pracy wykorzystano statystyczne metody analizowania wyników badań ankietowych gospodarstw indywidualnych uprawiających pszenicę ozimą w latach 1992–2003. Każde spośród opisanych w badaniach ankietowych pól charakteryzowało się różnymi warunkami siedliskowymi (jakość gleby, odczyn gleby, przedplon) oraz różnym poziomem czynników agrotechnicznych (nawożenie mineralne, nawożenie organiczne, ochrona chemiczna, ilość wysiewu, termin siewu, materiał siewny). Można więc stwierdzić, że każde z pól przedstawiało odrębną technologię uprawy. Stosując metodę wielowymiarowej analizy czynnikowej podjęto próbę zagregowania tych technologii uprawy w grupy reprezentujące podobne technologie stosowane w praktyce. Następnie podjęto próbę scharakteryzowania oraz oceny wyodrębnionych w ten sposób grup technologii uprawy.
Próba oceny technologii uprawy pszenicy ozimej na podstawie danych ankietowych gospodarstw indywidualnych. Część II. Ocena technologii uprawy
Authors: Laudański Zbigniew , Mańkowski Dariusz R. , Sieczko Leszek
Published: February 2024

Niniejsza praca wykorzystuje wyniki uzyskane w części pierwszej (Laudański i in., 2007), w której zastosowanie wielowymiarowej metody analizy czynnikowej pozwoliło na pogrupowanie technologii stosowanych w indywidualnych gospodarstwach rolniczych w grupy o podobnych tendencjach warunków siedliskowych oraz zabiegów agrotechnicznych. W ten sposób uzyskane warianty technologii uprawy zostały poddane analizie metodą regresji wielokrotnej plonów względem warunków siedliskowych i zabiegów agrotechnicznych. Zastosowano także metodę analizy skupień do oceny „bliskości” poszczególnych technologii ze względu na poziom ich poszczególnych składowych. W końcu, dla całościowej oceny technologii wykonano analizy statystyczne dla układów technologie × lata oraz odmiany × technologie z uwzględnieniem badania interakcji między nimi, wykorzystując metodę analizy interakcji genotypowo-środowiskowej.
Ocena wybranych metod izolacji DNA pod względem ich przydatności w hodowli pszenicy
Authors: Pietrusińska Aleksandra , Czembor Paweł Cz.
Published: February 2024

Opracowano wiele metod izolacji roślinnego DNA. Jednak większość z nich nie jest powszechnie wykorzystywana do selekcji wspomaganej markerami z uwagi na złożoność procedur, dużą czasochłonność i wysokie koszty. Porównano przydatność trzech metod izolacji DNA pod kątem wykorzystania ich w masowej selekcji w hodowli pszenicy. Zastosowano metody: zestaw DNeasy Plant Mini Kit (Qiagen), DNAzol Direct (Molecular Research Center) oraz lizę alkaliczną opartą o NaOH. Wszystkie matryce przechowywane były w jednakowych warunkach. Aby ocenić trwałość preparatów, do reakcji PCR pobrano DNA po jednym, dziesięciu, trzydziestu i czterdziestu dniach od izolacji. W analizie molekularnej łącznie wykorzystano dwanaście markerów mikrosatelitarnych (SSR). Ocena przydatności każdej z trzech metod izolacji DNA polegała na analizie liczby zamplifikowanych produktów w reakcji PCR, przeprowadzonej po czterech różnych okresach przechowywania DNA, a także na analizie uzyskanych produktów pod względem ich intensywności. Otrzymane wyniki wykazały, że najbardziej stabilnym układem oprócz referencyjnej metody opartej o zestaw DNeasy Plant Mini Kit, okazały się matryce po tak zwanej szybkiej ekstrakcji z udziałem NaOH. Wykorzystanie tej metody do selekcji opartej o mikrosatelity może być z powodzeniem stosowana, ponieważ jest niezawodna, szybka i znacznie obniża koszty programów hodowlanych. Natomiast przy izolacji DNA za pomocą odczynnika DNAzol Direct otrzymano inne wyniki od opisywanych w literaturze.
Białka gluteninowe o niskiej masie cząsteczkowej jako markery biochemiczne w hodowli pszenicy
Authors: Zientarski Jerzy , Waga Jacek
Published: February 2024

Opracowano nową metodę rozdziału białek gluteninowych o niskiej masie cząsteczkowej (LMW GS) w oparciu o zasadę stopniowej ekstrakcji białek ziarniaków pszenicy, przy użyciu 50% izopropanolu. Do badań wybrano dziewiętnaście odmian i rodów pszenicy ozimej o znanym składzie podjednostek białek gluteninowych o wysokiej masie cząsteczkowej (HMW GS) i zróżnicowanych pod względem właściwości technologicznych mąki. LMW GS ekstrahowano z mąki i pojedynczych ziarniaków wybranych genotypów i analizowano metodą elektroforezy w żelu poliakryloamidowym. Wśród poszczególnych odmian i rodów obserwowano od ośmiu do dziesięciu prążków elektro-foretycznych różniących się pod względem masy cząsteczkowej i występujących w różnych kombinacjach, specyficznych dla badanych genotypów. Analizowano zróżnicowanie podjednostek LMW GS w grupach odmian i rodów różniących się pod względem HMW GS (5+10 i 2+12) oraz jakością technologiczną. Zidentyfikowano szereg frakcji w strefie białek o większej prędkości migracji, różnicujących odmiany wysoko- i niskojakościowe. Sugeruje to istnienie związku genetycznego pomiędzy LMW GS, a cechami jakościowymi badanych form pszenicy.
Molekularne i fenotypowe zróżnicowanie odmian i linii podwojonych haploidów pszenicy (Triticum aestivum L.)
Authors: Pankiewicz Katarzyna , Adamski Tadeusz , Kaczmarek Zygm , Surma Maria , Rębarz Michał
Published: February 2024

Celem badań było stwierdzenie, czy odmiany pszenicy zwyczajnej (Triticum aestivum L.) uprawiane w Polsce, są homogenne pod względem genetycznym. Badanie jednorodności odmian prowadzono poprzez porównanie linii podwojonych haploidów z odmianami wyjściowymi pod względem fenotypowym i molekularnym. Analizowano 7 odmian pszenicy ozimej (Batis, Changer, Elena, Kobra, Kornett, Kris i Mikon) oraz uzyskane z nich linie podwojonych haploidów (DH). Polimorfizm DNA u badanych form określono metodą RAPD-PCR dla 20 10-nukleotydowych starterów. Uzyskano 145 produktów amplifikacji, z których 107 było polimorficznych. Ponadto dokonano porównania linii DH z odmianami wyjściowymi pod względem wybranych cech morfologicznych. Żadna z badanych odmian nie była homogenna, przy czym najbardziej zróżnico-wanymi odmianami zarówno pod względem genetycznym, jak i fenotypowym okazały się Kobra, Elena.