bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Improvising Connection In 5g By Means Of Particle Swarm Optimization Techniques
Authors: R.Tamilarasu  , G. Soundarya Devi
Published: July 2024

Data and network embedding techniques are essential for representing complex data structures in a lower-dimensional space, aiding in tasks like data inference and network reconstruction by assigning nodes to concise representations while preserving the network's structure. The integration of Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) with matrix factorization methods optimizes mapping functions and parameters during the embedding process, enhancing representation learning efficiency. Combining PSO with techniques like Deep Walk highlights its adaptability as a robust optimization tool for extracting meaningful representations from intricate data and network architectures. This collaboration significantly advances network inference and reconstruction methodologies by streamlining the representation of complex data structures. Leveraging PSO's optimization capabilities enables researchers to extract high-quality information from data networks, improving the accuracy of data inference outcomes. The amalgamation of PSO with data and network embedding methodologies not only enhances the quality of extracted information but also drives innovations in network analysis and related fields. This integration streamlines representation learning and advances network analysis methodologies, enabling more precise data inference and reconstruction. The adaptability and efficiency of PSO in extracting meaningful representations from complex data structures underscore its significance in advancing network inference and reconstruction techniques, contributing to the evolution of network analysis methodologies.
Employee Engagement, Organizational Performance and Individual Well-Being: Exploring the Evidence, Developing the Theory
Authors: K. Sathish  , Nallawar Vamshi Krishna
Published: July 2024

Employee engagement is a critical component in enhancing organizational performance and individual well-being. This paper explores the intricate relationship between these elements, emphasizing the pivotal role that employee engagement plays in achieving organizational success and fostering a healthy work environment. Engaged employees exhibit higher levels of commitment, motivation, and productivity, which translate into improved organizational outcomes such as increased profitability, customer satisfaction, and overall competitiveness. Moreover, engagement positively influences individual well-being, leading to reduced stress levels, higher job satisfaction, and better mental health. This abstract outlines the importance of implementing strategies that promote employee engagement to create a virtuous cycle benefiting both the organization and its workforce. Through a review of contemporary research and practical case studies, this paper demonstrates how fostering a culture of engagement can serve as a foundation for sustained organizational performance and enhanced individual well-being.
A study on working capital management in Acc Pvt Ltd
Authors: A. Sowjanya  , P. Ranu singhal
Published: July 2024

Effective management of working capital is crucial for sustaining operational efficiency and financial stability in organizations. This study focuses on understanding and analyzing the working capital management practices within ACC Pvt Ltd, a prominent player in the Indian cement industry. Working capital, defined as the difference between current assets and current liabilities, signifies an organization's ability to meet short-term financial obligations and maintain liquidity.The project investigates the current trends and challenges in working capital management, emphasizing the importance of optimizing the balance between current assets and liabilities. Using a descriptive research design, secondary data from ACC's audited financial statements and industry sources were analysed. Key financial ratios such as current ratio and quick ratio were employed to assess ACC's liquidity position and working capital efficiency.
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THE EFFECT OF COVID-19 ON THE STABILITY OF THE FINANCIAL INDUSTRY
Authors: Santoso Joseph Teguh , Wibowo Agus , Sulartopo Sulartopo
Published: July 2024

Objective: The main aim of this study is to investigate how natural disasters and epidemics impact the ability of banks and insurance companies to maintain financial strength and stability.
 
Theoretical Framework: The theoretical framework of this study is centered around defining financial stability and exploring the potential impacts of natural disasters and epidemics on the financial stability of banks and insurance companies. This research also examines strategies these institutions can employ to mitigate the risks associated with natural disasters and epidemics.
 
Method: This study employs a fixed effects model to estimate and assess the impact of natural disasters and epidemics using z-scores and SRISK. The utilized dataset encompasses information regarding natural disasters, epidemics, and financial data for banks and insurance companies.
 
Results and Discussion: The research results suggest that natural disasters have a limited impact on the financial stability of banks, as demonstrated by z-score and SRISK analyses. Moreover, the extent of this impact varies depending on the type of disaster and the geographical location of the company.
 
Research Implications: The study provides new insights into how natural disasters and epidemics affect financial stability in banks and insurance companies. Using quantitative analysis, helps policymakers develop strategies to reduce risks from these events. It also advises banks and insurers to adopt practical measures such as portfolio diversification and risk management tools. Additionally, the study highlights the importance of financial stability during such events, emphasizing the pivotal role of banks and insurers. It calls on policymakers and regulators to ensure preparedness in managing related risks.
 
Originality/Value: This study employs z-scores and SRISK to compare the effects of natural disasters and epidemics on the financial stability of both banks and insurance companies. The value of this research lies in providing insights into the risks and challenges that arise from natural disasters and epidemics for the financial sector.
EDUCATIONAL IMPLICATIONS OF DEVELOPING SOCIO-EMOTIONAL COMPETENCE AMONG TEACHERS. AN EMPIRICAL RESEARCH
Authors: FURTUNĂ Ramona
Published: July 2024

The teacher’s social-emotional competence is a fundamental coordinate across the student’s educational path, where it leaves a specific mark. The teacher who possesses this competence has an increased level of social awareness, uses conflict mitigation strategies, manages to motivate students to learn, and translates positive emotions such as enthusiasm and joy into the classroom. Within the present study, we use the Salovey-Mayer model as a starting point, where the personal emotional awareness leads to emotional regulation (ER) which enables personality development at an optimal level. Our aim was to test the relationship between the social-emotional competence, understood as emotional regulation (ER), and the acceptance of others (AO). To identify the existing differences between the discussed parameters, the study also included variables such as teacher gender. The type of relationship between ER and AO was explained by means of simple linear regressions; correlation analyses were conducted to investigate the strength of the relationship. The data were collected through an online survey completed by 121 respondents (M = 40.52, SD = 8.08), primary and secondary teachers. The results showed that there is a statistically significant relationship between AO and ER (r =.30, p < .001), between AO and expressive suppression (r = .40, p < .001), and a lack of one between AC and cognitive reappraisal (r = -.12, p =.175). Statistically, there were no significant differences between female and male teachers’ responses. The results of the study have an impact on the psychosocial climate of the classroom, the teaching-learning-evaluation process, the students’ academic results and teacher-student relationship.
Safety and efficacy of a feed additive consisting of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum DSM 34271 as a silage additive for all animal species (Lactosan GmbH & Co.KG)
Authors:   EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP), Bampidis Vasileios , Azimonti Giovanna , Bastos Maria de Lourdes , Christensen Henrik , Durjava Mojca , Dusemund Birgit , Kouba Maryline , López‐Alonso Marta , López Puente Secundino , Marcon Francesca , Mayo Baltasar , Pechová Alena , Petkova Mariana , Ramos Fernando , Villa Roberto Edoardo , Woutersen Ruud , Alija‐Novo Natalia , Anguita Montserrat , Bozzi Cionci Nicole , Brozzi Rosella , Innocenti Matteo Lorenzo , Ortuño Jordi , Tarrés‐Call Jordi , Valeri Piera , García‐Cazorla Yolanda
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Following a request from the European Commission, EFSA was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on Lactiplantibacillus plantarum DSM 34271 when used as a technological additive to improve ensiling of fresh plant material. The additive is intended for use in easy and moderately difficult to ensile fresh plant material for all animal species at a proposed minimum concentration of 1 × 108 colony forming units (CFU)/kg fresh plant material. The bacterial species L. plantarum is considered by EFSA to be suitable for the qualified presumption of safety approach to safety assessment. The identity of the strain was established and no acquired antimicrobial resistance genes of concern were detected. Therefore, the FEEDAP Panel concluded that the use of the strain as a silage additive is considered safe for all the animal species, for consumers of products from animals fed the treated silage and for the environment. Regarding user safety, the additive containing Lactiplantibacillus plantarum DSM 34271 should be considered as a potential skin and respiratory sensitiser, and any exposure through skin and respiratory tract is considered a risk. One preparation was shown not to be irritant to skin or eyes. However, the Panel cannot assess the irritation potential of other possible preparations. The FEEDAP Panel concluded that Lactiplantibacillus plantarum DSM 34271 has the potential to improve the fermentation of the silage prepared from fresh plant material with a DM range of 30%–35% at a minimum concentration of 1 × 108 CFU/kg fresh material.
ADVANCED AI FACE RECOGNITION AND ACCURATE HUMAN TEMPERATURE MONITORING SYSTEM THROUGH INFRARED AND VISIBLE IMAGE FUSION
Authors: Tsai Hsin Chun , Wang Jhing Fa
Published: July 2024

Currently, facial recognition systems need to reveal a person’s face to perform recognition. However, some people currently wear masks to prevent respiratory infections. Therefore, this will affect the efficiency of some face recognition systems. Therefore, in this study, we propose a face recognition and body temperature measurement system, and propose an integrated system for masked face recognition, mask detection, and body temperature detection. The proposed system can be used to recognize unconcluded facial images, and we use methods capable of simulating occluded images. The resulting images are used to train the neural network. Experimental results show that the accuracy of naked face recognition reaches 99.79%, and the accuracy of masked face recognition reaches 99.4%. In addition, the mask detection accuracy rate reaches 99.6%. Therefore, the system can improve the accuracy of face recognition and provide efficient security inspection results.
Koncepcja specjalnego urządzenia wspomagającego prace serwisowe w szybie naftowym podczas wymiany żerdziowej pompy wgłębnej
Authors: TEODOROVYCH Fedorowicz Yaroslav , WYDRO Tomasz , BEMBENEK Michał , KHUHKRA Oleh , MYKHAILIUK Vasyl
Published: July 2024

W poniższym artykule przedstawiono i opisano urządzenie zaprojektowane w celu zapobiegania niekontrolowanemu napływowi iwypływowi gazu z warstwa odwiertu podczas operacji naprawczych (serwisowych) przy użyciu sprzętu wiertniczego do mechanicznegowydobycia ropy naftowej przy użyciu prętowej pompy wiertniczej.W artykule opisano aktualność zastosowania urządzenia i zasadę jego użycia podczas wymiany pompy wgłębnej wtyczkowej.Opisano budowę, charakterystykę i zasadę działania urządzenia.
Możliwości magazynowania gazu ziemnego i energii w utworach solnych na terenie Polski
Authors: ANDRUSIKIEWICZ Wacław
Published: July 2024

Bezpieczeństwo energetyczne państwa to m.in. zabezpieczenie potrzeb odbiorców w zakresie paliw i energii. Jednym z elementówpolityki energetycznej jest infrastruktura magazynowa, która umożliwia przechowywanie zapasów gazu ziemnego oraz paliw.Jest realizowana poprzez magazyny powierzchniowe i podziemne. Szczególne ważna jest rola tych drugich z uwagi na oferowanepojemności, ale też możliwe do uzyskania parametry technologiczne procesu magazynowania.Jednym z dogodnych miejsc do budowy magazynów podziemnych gazu i paliw są złoża soli kamiennej, w których wykonywane sąkawerny magazynowe. Polska z racji korzystnego dostępu do solnych formacji geologicznych posiada w tym zakresie duże możliwościbudowy podziemnej bazy magazynowej zarówno dla gazu ziemnego, jak i dla paliw płynnych.Proces dekarbonizacji sektora energetycznego zmusza do poszukiwania nowych źródeł energii, które z czasem zastąpią w systemieenergetycznym paliwa kopalne. Odpowiedzią na to wyzwanie stają się odnawialne źródła energii (woda, wiatr, słońce), których zaletąjest niewyczerpywalność, z drugiej zaś wadą ich niesterowalność z uwagi na uzależnienie od warunków klimatycznych/pogodowych.W artykule omówiono możliwości budowy kawernowych podziemnych magazynów gazu oraz energii, zwracając uwagę na te drugie,jako przyszłościowe rozwiązania konieczne do wykorzystania w systemie energetycznym. Na tle bazy zasobowej soli kamiennejwskazano miejsca potencjalnej lokalizacji przyszłych magazynów kawernowych.
Rozdział surowców zawierających pierwiatki ziem rzadkich w procesach przesiewania i separacji magnetycznej
Authors: BARON Rafał , FRIEBE Paweł , MATUSIAK Piotr , KOWOL Daniel , SUPONIK Tomasz , LUTYŃSKI Marcin
Published: July 2024

W artykule przedstawiono badania wybranych materiałów mające na celu określenie zawartości pierwiastków ziem rzadkich (REE)oraz próbę ich wzbogacania. Materiałem badawczym była zawiesina węglowa, która jest produktem odpadowym z eksploatacji zakładuprzeróbczego zamkniętej kopalni węgla kamiennego. Badania nad testami wzbogacania REE przeprowadzono z wykorzystaniem separacjimagnetycznej. Analizy laboratoryjne określające zawartość REE w pobranych próbkach przeprowadzono z wykorzystaniem technikispektrometrii mas z jonizacją plazmą wzbudzoną indukcyjnie (ICP-MS). Przeprowadzenie tych badań przez Instytut Techniki GórniczejKOMAG jest kontynuacją prac związanych z ekonomiczną przydatnością odpadów górniczych oraz określeniem nowego źródła odzyskuREE. Poprzednie prace badawczo-rozwojowe wykazały zawartość REE (skand 40,49 ppm) w badanych zawiesinach węglowych. Wynikiemprzeprowadzonych prac jest określenie ekonomicznej użyteczności odzysku REE z badanych odpadów.
Zastosowanie Robust Estimation do analizy korekty w sieciach geodezyjnych z wartościami odstającymi w oryginalnych punktach kontrolnych
Authors: LUU Tuan Anh
Published: July 2024

W dziedzinie analizy danych, metoda najmniejszych kwadratów była podstawowym podejściem przy radzeniu sobie z pomiarami zawierającymibłędy losowe. Jednak ta metoda pokazuje swoje ograniczenia w obliczu rzeczywistych danych, które oprócz błędów losowychczęsto zawierają błędy grube. Te błędy grube mogą znacznie zniekształcić wyniki, prowadząc do nieprecyzyjnych wniosków, jeśli nie zostanąodpowiednio uwzględnione. W odpowiedzi na to wyzwanie, Robust Estimation pojawiła się jako skuteczna metoda radzenia sobiez błędami grubymi. W przeciwieństwie do tradycyjnych metod, Robust Estimation jest zaprojektowana tak, aby była mniej wrażliwana wartości odstające w danych, dostarczając bardziej niezawodne i precyzyjne oszacowanie poprzez zmniejszenie wpływu błędów grubychna końcowy wynik. Jedną z kluczowych cech Robust Estimation jest jej elastyczność. Wynik każdej metody Robust Estimation mawpływ przez wybór jej funkcji wagowej, co pozwala dostosować metodę do specyficznych cech danych. Ten artykuł stosuje zasady RobustEstimation do analizy sieci geodezyjnych, które często zawierają błędy pierwotnych danych. Robiąc to, ma na celu dostarczenie bardziejprecyzyjnej i niezawodnej analizy tych sieci, przyczyniając się do ich lepszego wykorzystania i zarządzania.
Rozwiązanie poprawiające dokładność pozycji poziomej i pionowej punktów mierzonych technologią GNSS/CORS przy tworzeniu wielkoskalowych map topograficznych Wietnamu
Authors: LUU Tuan Anh , Hoang Thuy Thi
Published: July 2024

W Wietnamie, podczas tworzenia map topograficznych na dużą skalę przy użyciu technologii Global Navigation Satellite Systems(GNSS) w połączeniu z ciągle działającymi stacjami referencyjnymi (CORS) i tradycyjnymi pomiarami stacji całkowitej, wystąpią przesunięciazarówno w pozycjach poziomych, jak i pionowych. Aby rozwiązać ten problem, dokonujemy korekt mapy, aktualizując mapęw założonym układzie współrzędnych. W założonym układzie współrzędnych kształty i różnice wysokości zmienionych obiektów sądokładnie obserwowane, aby spełniać wymagania odpowiadające skali mapy. Współrzędne i wysokości wyraźnych punktów na mapielub punktów kontrolnych na polu uzyskanych z różnych metod mają różnice większe niż dopuszczalne wartości według skali mapy.Stosując dwuwymiarową transformację współrzędnych i wysokość nad geoidą, obliczaną dla każdego punktu z jego wagą, współrzędnei wysokości punktów mogą być obliczane w jednolitym układzie współrzędnych.
XXIV Encuesta Nacional de Seguridad Informática
Authors: Almanza Andrés
Published: July 2024

La encuesta de seguridad informática, capítulo Colombia, soportada por la Asociación Colombiana de Ingenieros de Sistemas (ACIS) y realizada a través de Internet, entre los meses de marzo y mayo de 2024, contó con la participación de 203 encuestados, quienes con sus respuestas permiten conocer la realidad del país en esta temática. La distribución se hizo a través de las diferentes redes sociales, comunidades y grupos que colaboraron también con el diligenciamiento del instrumento. Sus resultados muestran la transformación de las prácticas de seguridad y control en el país, los cuales se contrastan con los referentes internacionales seleccionados para esta versión de la encuesta.
Coletânea Ludovicense de Psicologia - Volume 5
Authors: Fernandes Marco Aurélio , Dias Elizabeth Silva , Pereira Larissa Christine Pires , Reinaldo Marcos da Silva , Muniz Karina Vanessa Fonseca
Published: July 2024

O presente livro possui importantes reflexões acerca dos fundamentos que permeiam os principais debates da Psicologia na contemporaneidade. Nele, os autores analisam com argúcia temas emergentes na conjuntura da atuação profissional, protagonizando análises indispensáveis ao cotidiano do(a) psicólogo. Sabe-se que a conjuntura atual requer esforços numerosos no que concerne a produção do conhecimento com a rigorosidade que o percurso científico pleiteia. No entanto, por se compreender a imprescindibilidade do papel na Psicologia na sociabilidade dos indivíduos, faz-se necessário entendê-la a partir de seu processo metodológico e, por sua inventividade, na aproximação com os profusos feitos da psique humana e seus rebatimentos à sociedade.
A synopsis of the importance of teaching fractions to children until K-10
Authors: Tadeu Pedro José Arrifano
Published: July 2024

This study investigates the pedagogy and evaluation of fractions throughout the educational progression, ranging from early childhood education to the K-10. The article is presented from fundamental fraction notions, with concrete illustrations, through more complex numerical operations. The introduction addresses mathematical and ordinary contexts, while the primary emphasis is on the efficacy of using visual aids and real-world illustrations to enhance comprehension. The research furthermore examines a range of evaluation techniques, including formative assessments and technology-enhanced evaluations, to obtain a comprehensive understanding of students’ skills. The highlighted instructional routes include a range of approaches, focusing on personalized learning and prompt feedback. The use of sophisticated digital technologies, such as virtual and augmented reality, presents a potentially fruitful path for enhancing the effectiveness of fraction instruction. Although conventional approaches have established a solid foundation, integrating additional digital tools can improve students’ learning experience.
A scoping review of the intersection of environmental and science identity
Authors: Caplow Susan , Hunter Roberta
Published: July 2024

As our environmental problems continue to mount, we need a committed, diverse community of citizens and scientists across disciplines and sectors who have the skills and passion to develop creative and novel solutions to our most challenging environmental problems. Previous literature in environmental identity and science identity suggests that encouraging identity development in each of these areas during education programs could help grow both the number and diversity of environmentally-minded scientists and citizens. However, despite the importance and theoretical overlap of these two areas of identity research, very little data has been collected simultaneously on these constructs. Our scoping review describes the limited number of studies that empirically examine both environmental and science identities, exploring key thematic areas of overlap related to diversity, methods, educational programming, and identity theory. Based on a combination of these studies and other key literature in environmental and science identity research, we propose a mixed-method instrument that could be used to measure the development and presentation of environmental/science identity, so that we can better understand the relationship between the two constructs at the individual and collective levels.
Verification of the insulin dosage method using Abbott Alinity ci®: experience of the biochemistry laboratory, CHU Mohammed IV Oujda, Morocco
Authors: Houria MADANI  , Amina HIMRI  , Dounia EL MOUJTAHIDE  , El Houcine SEBBAR  , Mohammed CHOUKRI
Published: July 2024

Introduction: The aim of our study was to evaluate the analytical performance of the insulin dosage method, which was performed by the Alinity ci® automated system in the biochemistry laboratory of the Mohammed VI University Hospital in Oujda. Insulin acts as an essential role in regulating the body's energy supply, mainly by balancing blood sugar levels via the storage of glucose in the liver, muscles and adipose tissue. Materials and methods: We carried out a study of the performance of the Alinity ci® automated system, assessing repeatability and reproducibility in accordance with the COFRAC GTA 04 accreditation technical guide, which meets the quality requirements of standard ISO 15 189. Results: The results of our study show satisfactory repeatability for the three levels (Low; Medium; High) with CV1 = 2.44 %, CV2 = 1.76 %, CV3 = 1.33 %. The reproducibility of insulin was also satisfactory, with respect to the coefficient of variation (CV) for the three levels (Low, Medium, High), respectively CV1 = 3.16 %, CV2 = 5.78 %, CV3 = 2.88 %. Conclusion: The reliability of our laboratory's insulin assay results is demonstrated by the satisfactory results obtained in our study, which comply with RICOS and FSCB recommendations.
Evaluation of antioxidant activity of the crude ethanolic extract from the bark of Cinnamomum mercadoi
Authors: Mary Aubrey Zamayla Sumagaysay  , Stephany Abrio  , Hazrat Ayna Tomawis Balindong  , Norhussien Hadji ali Calandada  , Daniella Tongco Cemine  , Jumaima Sidic Hadji Assim  , Janz Kyle Abonitalia Magdales  , Mikaella Abrigo Mercado  , Christle Joyce Barte Taripe  , Madeleine Cabeltes Zamayla  , Jevie Lyn Peralta-Tan Nery  , Eugene Marc Daguio Cera III  , Mylene Sevilla AndalJustin Dave Magracia  , Justin Dave Magracia Manantan  , Jan Karlo Tiongson Ecalne
Published: July 2024

Kalingag (Cinnamomum mercadoi) is a native plant of the Philippines that has long been used in traditional medicine. Because of its indigenous nature, research on this plant remains limited. This research evaluated the phytochemical content and antioxidant properties of a crude ethanolic extract from Cinnamomum mercadoi bark. The plant bark collected from Davao Occidental was thoroughly cleaned with distilled water to remove any adhering dirt, air-dried for a week in the shade, and then pulverized with a Wiley mill. The bark was then subjected to Soxhlet extraction for 6 hours, and the pooled extracts were concentrated for 5 hours at 60°C in a rotary evaporator to yield a green, syrupy substance. The extract was tested for phytochemical content, followed by Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) for confirmation of the subsequent results by determining the functional groups that comprise their structure, before being assessed using the DPPH assay for free radical scavenging. The phytochemical screening and subsequent FTIR analysis revealed important metabolites such as tannins, glycosides, phytosterols, and terpenoids, all of which contribute to the antioxidant activity of the crude ethanolic extract. In the DPPH assay, the extract demonstrated concentration-dependent activity (IC50 = 85.7627 µg/mL) compared to the gallic acid (IC50 = 4.1818 µg/mL). Such findings highlight the importance of purifying and isolating specific compounds to boost the plant's antioxidant activity. To maximize its value, further study into other parts of the plant is recommended.
Katonai műveletek tervezése logisztikai szempontból az Egyesült Királyságban (II. rész) : Az összhaderőnemi műveletek logisztikai támogatásának tervezési folyamata
Authors: Pályi József
Published: July 2024

A cikksorozat egy logisztikai szakember (logisztikus) szemüvegén keresztül nyújt betekintést a katonai művelettervezés folyamatába, amely bonyolult feladat, bizonyítja ezt a tervezési folyamatok leírásával, lépéseinek bemutatásával foglalkozó nemzetközi katonai kiadványok tömege. Ezt a szakirodalmat gyarapítandó a cikk szerzője arra vállalkozik, hogy a művelettervezés lépéseire magyar nyelven tekintsen ki, és tegye mindezt egy logisztikai szakember szemszögéből.
Pengabdian Pengabdian Milenial Cerdas Bisnis dan Keuangan
Authors: Reviandani Wasti , Aslamiyah Suaibatul
Published: July 2024

The millennial generation is currently known as a generation that is close to technological developments, easy to get along with and often uses social media. The millennial generation often has a fairly luxurious lifestyle, such as traveling, eating, drinking coffee or dressing and using the latest smartphones and much more. In the business world, technology can help manage business, make business more efficient, simplify business, and make business easier for traders and customers. Millennials are also more open-minded, because they easily get information from different environments and sources to open up different perspectives. This ability is able to produce ideas and business plans that are more creative, unpredictable and can provide more solutions to society. Millennials can also take risks with their actions, but be careful. The aim of the service is to explain in more detail about the business that can be done and its development as well as financial management participants can understand how to start a simple business and understand how towhich must be started early. Socialization was carried out face to face with students and teachers at Muhammadiyah Cerme Gresik High School. Simultaneously with presenting the material, the implementing team broadcast videos that had been made by the implementing team on YouTube regarding business activities and basic financial management. The final result is that separate personal finances from business finances.
Perancangan Eksperimen Reaktor Biogas Portabel dengan Bahan Kotoran Sapi dan Limbah Rumah Tangga
Authors: Mu'alim Mu'alim , Akhmad Sabarudin , Arendra Anis , Purwoko Sugeng
Published: July 2024

Universitas Trunojoyo Madura dengan RIP periode 2020-2024 berkonsentrasi salah satunya biogas rumah tangga dengan mitra Kec.Waru, Kab.Pamekasan, Madura karena mempunyai potensi besar pengembangan biogas berbasis kotoran sapi dan limbah rumah tangga. Hal itu melatar belakangi penelitian untuk mengetahui faktor yang berpengaruh terhadap produksi biogas dengan pendekatan perancangan eksperimen faktorial acak lengkap 32 dengan 2 faktor variasi campuran kotoran sapi - limbah rumah tangga dan derajat keasaman (pH) menggunakan 3 perulangan.
Penelitian diawali dengan penggalian potensi biogas di Kec, Waru yang dilanjutkan dengan pengembangan reaktor biogas portabel sebagai sarana perancangan eksperimen yang akan dilakukan. Perancangan eksperimen dengan variabel independen (variasi perbandingan campuran kotoran sapi : limbah rumah tangga  dengan 3 level yaitu 4:2,3:2,2:3 dan derajat keasaman (pH) dengan 3 level yaitu 6.8,7.0,7.2) dan variabel dependent (tekanan biogas yang dihasilkan) serta variable kontrol (volume reaktor biogas sama, waktu proses (Hydraulic Retention Time atau HRT) 15 hari,perbandingan air: kotoran sapi+ limbah rumah tangga adalah 1:1).
Dari 27 data pengamatan dilakukan Uji Anova dan hasilnya hanya faktor variasi campuran kotoran sapi-limbah rumah tangga yang memilik pengaruh signifikan terhadap tekanan biogas yang dihasilkan dengan kombinasi terbaik variasi campuran 4:2 dan derajat keasaman (pH) 7,0 menghasilkan total rata- rata tekanan biogas 0,627333  Psi. Berdasarkan Uji Koefisien Determinasi faktor variasi campuran, derajat keasaman dan interaksi kedua faktor menjelaskan variabel respon tekanan biogas sebesar 46,24 % .
The Relationship Between Cryptocurrencies and the Trade Balance of Nigeria
Authors: Çetin Hüseyin , Sürmen Yunus Emre
Published: July 2024

Bitcoin has increased rapidly in value since the first day of its integration into today's markets. The increases experienced have directed the interest of global investors to this field over time. In addition to these developments, the increasing popularity of blockchain technology and the increase in the volume of cryptocurrencies have turned these currencies into an important tool for commercial activities. Although there are many studies to measure the international trade balance with exchange rates, no study has been found to examine the relationship between the change in cryptocurrency prices and the trade balance of countries. In this study, the relationship between the trade balance of Nigeria, one of the leading countries in the world in terms of cryptocurrency usage, and cryptocurrencies is analysed using NARDL analysis with coefficient symmetry test (2016/M4-2020/ M12). According to the research results, Bitcoin and Litecoin can have significant long-term impact on Nigeria's trade balance.
100 years since the birth of Professor M.Ya. Berdichevsky
Authors: Andreeva A. V. , Samburov G. O. , Chetskaya G. B.
Published: July 2024

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The Effect of Web 2.0 Supported Social Studies on the Digital Literacy Skills of Secondary School Students
Authors: Kulaca Ilhan , Yazıcı Hakkı , Selanik Ay Tuğba
Published: July 2024

The focus of this study is to investigate the effects of using Web 2.0 tools in the social studies "Global
Connections" learning area on students' digital literacy levels. A quasi-experimental model was used and 38, seventh graders participated the research. The digital literacy scale, created by Ng (2012) and translated into Turkish by Hamutoğlu, Güngören, Kaya-Uyanık, and Gür-Erdoğan (2017) was employed for data collection. Pre-testing was carried out using the digital literacy test. Courses were imparted according to the current curriculum in the control group and through Web 2.0 tools to the experimental throughout the application. For the experimental group, WordArt, StoryJumper, Canva, YouTube and Renderforest were used in the teaching of learning outcomes, along with Edmodo, which also allowed students interacting with teacher and among themselves outside the classroom. Then a digital literacy test was administered as a post-test. The SPSS 23 package application was used to examine the obtained data. Ultimately, it was determined that the experimental group's digital literacy skills differed statistically significantly from the control group. It is thought that this research, which is limited to the seventh grade "Global Connections" learning area, should be conducted at different learning areas, levels and results should be evaluated.
The Impacts of School Climate on Teachers’ Job Satisfaction: An Analysis of Teaching and Learning International Survey (TALIS) 2018 National Data
Authors: Soe Hnin Yu , Alegado Paul John
Published: July 2024

This study aims to assess and examine secondary school teachers' perceptions of school climate and job satisfaction in five diverse countries: Japan, Korea, Finland, the United States of America (USA), and Australia. It explores the impact of school climate on teachers' job satisfaction, a pivotal factor influencing teacher retention, mobility, and professional development. In order to improve teachers’ skills and abilities in the classroom, improving teachers’ job satisfaction and understanding the factors that influence it is highly critical. Utilizing secondary data from the Teaching and Learning International Survey (TALIS) 2018, this study provides valuable insights. The findings reveal that teachers in all five countries generally hold positive perceptions of school climates and report high job satisfaction. However, teachers in Japan and Korea express comparatively lower job satisfaction levels when contrasted with their counterparts in Finland, the USA, and Australia. Furthermore, their perceptions of school climate also rank lower. Consequently, this study concludes that a positive correlation exists between favorable perceptions of school climate and elevated job satisfaction. This assertion is supported by regression analyses, individual country data, and aggregate data from all five countries.
"Hot and sticky" and "cold and damp" pyroclastic eruptions, and their relationship with topography: valley- and lake-filling ignimbrites, Ardnamurchan, NW Scotland
Authors: Brown David , Quirie Ailsa , Reynolds Peter , Drake Simon
Published: July 2024

Pyroclastic density currents are complex mixtures of rock, ash and gas and represent significant hazards at many active volcanoes worldwide. Ignimbrites are the deposits of pyroclastic density currents and can be used to record the eruption dynamics and the interaction of the current with the landscape over time and space. The Sròn Mhòr Member in Ardnamurchan, NW Scotland, is a newly documented sequence of silicic Paleocene ignimbrites. Five phases of eruption are recorded by the ignimbrites, which range from non-welded to welded to lava-like. Between each eruption phase, a period of non-deposition occurred, during which rapid erosion and incision took place. The ignimbrites record how pyroclastic density currents of different temperature, grain size, rheology, and composition interacted with the landscape, filling ancient valleys and lakes, before switching to or re-establishing new drainage pathways. Our results provide further insight into ignimbrite deposition that can be applied to volcanoes worldwide.
Groundwater Exploration Methods in West Africa: A Review.
Authors: Mensah Vera , Boateng Cyril , Gidigasu Solomon , Wemegah David , Aryee Jeffrey , Osei Marian , Touré Haoulata , Gilbert Jesse , Afful Samuel
Published: July 2024

The focus of groundwater research has evolved, expanded, and adapted to meet the water demands of society. In recent years, discernible trends have emerged in groundwater studies, particularly in the domains of exploration and exploitation. Groundwater exploration in West Africa has predominantly been driven by demand and ease of accessing water in its hosting environment. In light of the increasing dependence and the difficulty of groundwater accessibility in some environments, numerous methods have been employed to facilitate the rapid assessment of groundwater resources. This review explores into the diverse methods employed in groundwater exploration, placing particular emphasis on analyzing the evolution from geophysical methods to the application of machine learning in West Africa. The PRISMA technique was employed for data collection, screening, and verification of data eligibility. Researchers associated with Nigerian institutions contributed to 57% of all articles, followed by researchers from Ghanaian institutions. The predominant method employed in groundwater exploration, as evidenced by the highest number of published papers (18), was the electrical resistivity method followed by electromagnetic, and magnetic methodologies. Other techniques; such as induced polarization and gravity were employed in conjunction with other geophysical methods to enhance and/or corroborate the obtained results. Our research findings revealed that geophysical techniques played a crucial role in delineating the diverse geological environments relevant to groundwater accumulation and movement. In addition, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing have been integrated with geophysical methods to investigate the spatial distribution of groundwater resources. While these geophysical methods have demonstrated effectiveness, their interpretation relies on anomalies, which can be influenced by various factors. Incorrect interpretations may arise without thorough background studies on the geology of the area. Despite the fact that global trends are increasingly favoring the adoption of machine learning in groundwater exploration with great success in delineating potential groundwater reserves, our research reveals a notable scarcity of such endeavours in West Africa. Groundwater exploration in West Africa primarily revolves around the aforementioned geophysical methods and Geographic Information System (GIS). The review underscores the urgency for support, both financially and in terms of technological expertise, to promote research involving machine learning in West African countries. A key finding is the significant underrepresentation of machine learning studies by West African researchers in groundwater exploration, despite its demonstrated cost-effectiveness, time efficiency, and enhanced reliability.
rmacrostrat: An R package for accessing and retrieving data from the Macrostrat geological database
Authors: Jones Lewis , Dean Christopher , Gearty William , Allen Bethany
Published: July 2024

The geological record is a vast archive of information that provides the only empirical data about the evolution of the Earth. In recent years, concentrated efforts have been made to compile macrostratigraphic data into the online centralized database Macrostrat (https://macrostrat.org). Macrostrat is a global stratigraphic database containing information regarding surface and subsurface rock units and their respective ages, lithologies, geographic extents, and various other associated metadata. However, these data are currently only accessible through the Macrostrat application programming interface (API), which is a barrier to potential users that are less familiar with such services. This data accessibility hurdle currently prevents full capitalization of the value offered by Macrostrat, particularly its potential to improve understanding of the geological and biological evolution of the Earth. Here, we introduce rmacrostrat, an R package which interfaces with the Macrostrat database, to access and retrieve a variety of geological, paleontological, and economic data directly into the R programming environment. In this article, we provide details about how the package can be installed, its implementation, and potential use cases. For the latter, we showcase how rmacrostrat can be used to estimate the proportion of North American carbonate and siliciclastic sediments through time, produce regional geologic outcrop maps, and visualize regional stratigraphic columns. We hope that this package will make geological data more readily accessible, and in turn will facilitate new research utilizing Earth System data.
Strategies for Efficacy and Belongingness towards Foundational STEM Skills for At-Promise Graduate Students: The QMER learning community
Authors: Pendola Andrew , Appiah John
Published: July 2024

This paper reports on the findings of implementing a learning community in a flagship Southeastern University over the past four years to improve graduate student research efficacy and social belongingness. Specifically, the learning community program was aimed at (1) broadly supporting foundational STEM skills through supplementary and specialized curriculum; and (2) providing social and professional supports geared towards at-promise and international students. Survey and interview results demonstrate that graduate students participating in the learning community reported improved senses of self-efficacy, inclusivity, and belongingness. In addition, low income, first-generation, and Black graduate students reported significantly higher levels of self-efficacy and belongingness. This paper concludes that the learning community approach can be highly beneficial in developing research efficacy across the board, but at-promise students specifically benefit from professional skills development to undergird and contextualize their research confidence.
Hayek on Aristotle: debris of a genealogy of modernity via Popper, Polanyi and Röpke
Authors: Karp Morris
Published: July 2024

During his life, Friedrich Hayek drastically changed his evaluation of Aristotle’s role in the history of political and economic thought. Initially considering Aristotle as one of the forerunners of the liberal tradition, he then came to consider Aristotle’s philosophy as the source of collectivist thought. By examining both published and unpublished materials, this article shows that Hayek’s attack on Aristotle in The Fatal Conceit is authentic and puts Hayek’s affirmations on Aristotle in the context of his intellectual development. Hayek’s rejection of Aristotle can be related to his increasing emphasis on the abstract nature of the rules governing complex phenomena. However, this does not explain why Hayek felt compelled to take such a stance on an ancient philosopher who was highly esteemed in the school he belonged to. Hayek’s abandonment of the established view on the Aristotelian roots of the Austrian school can be better understood by considering the intellectual environment of his time. His eventual adoption of Popper’s point of view on Aristotle meant taking a stance against Polany’s democratic socialism and distancing himself from Röpke’s catholic conservatism.
W skandynawskim lesie (ulotna kartografia przyrody)
Authors: Kuczaba-Flisak Magdalena
Published: July 2024

Artykuł koncertuje się wokół koncepcji krajobrazu, który w myśl ustaleń Niny Gogi składa się wraz z językiem na zdefiniowanie miejsca, w którym kolejne protagonistki nawiązują głębokie relacje z przyrodą w ramach lokalnego ekosystemu. Badam w nim, w jaki sposób koncepcja krajobrazu funkcjonuje w odniesieniu do wsłuchania się w biologiczny język przyrody, skupiając się przede wszystkim na obrazowaniu lasu w skandynawskiej literaturze dziecięcej.
FUNCTIONAL SIGNIFICANCE OF MARKETING IN THE ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Authors: Nekhai Viktoriia ,   Dmytro Motornyi Tavria State Agrotechnological University
Published: July 2024

Тask statement. The purpose of the article is to generalize the experience of implementation and functional filling of marketing activities at enterprises to solve the priority tasks of improving enterprise management and developing the economy of Ukraine. Research results. It is well-founded that the effectiveness of marketing depends on how responsibility for planning, sales, supply and performance of other marketing tasks is distributed in the enterprise.The shortcomings of the implementation of marketing at enterprises are indicated. In the first stages, only sales or marketing functions are transferred to the marketing service without signs of entrepreneurial initiative. There are shortcomings in the recruitment of marketers, which affects the quality of management decisions. The novelty is the search for ways to improve marketing in enterprise management. Specific quantitative indicators are given, the dynamics of which can be used to assess the completeness of marketing functionality. The dependence of the activity indicators of the "Techstat" LLC enterprise was analyzed using correlation-regression analysis. Conclusions of the analysis: the realization of products is highly dependent on the amount of marketing costs. It is argued that many domestic enterprises have not yet integrated marketing functions into the management system, so they are looking for ways to solve the problem. In case of realizing the urgent need for marketing support of the enterprise, which does not have the opportunity to create its own marketing service, they resort to the services of specialized outsourcing firms. The shortcomings of such a decision are indicated. Conclusion. Prospective for further research is the search for effective forms of marketing organization and its implementationKey words: assessment, enterprise, efficiency, management, marketing, mechanical engineering.
VIOLETA: Estudio descriptivo sobre víctimas de violencia sexual atendidas en un hospital del Perú
Authors: Sánchez Horna Gabrielita del Pilar , Carranza León Graciela Esmeralda , Delgado Castillo Gisella Yanire , Flores Julián Corina Alejandra
Published: July 2024

Objetivo. Identificar las características de la víctima, particularidades relacionadas alsuceso violento y la atención brindada en el centro VIOLETA (atención integral a lasmujeres e integrantes del grupo familiar afectados por violencia sexual), de eneroa diciembre de 2022. Métodos. La muestra incluyó el total de personas atendidas(n=40). La información fue recolectada de historias clínicas y de la base de datos delequipo VIOLETA. Se recolectó información sociodemográfica y aquella relacionada ala violencia sexual y a su atención. Resultados. Todas las pacientes (n=40) atendidasfueron mujeres, en su mayoría adolescentes, estudiantes, procedentes del Callao,Perú. La violencia sexual ocurrió principalmente en la vivienda y fue ocasionada poruna persona conocida. Solo un 37% de las víctimas realizó una denuncia. El 17,5% delas víctimas acudió dentro de las 72 horas de ocurrido el hecho violento y pudieronrecibir kit completo para prevención de embarazos no deseados y de infecciones detransmisión sexual incluyendo VIH. Cuarentaicinco por ciento de los casos (n=18)estuvieron asociados con embarazo, 11 de los cuales se dieron en menores de 14años. Conclusión. Un conocimiento adecuado de las víctimas, de los hechos violentosy de la atención brindada durante el 2022 nos ayudará a mejorar la atención hacialas víctimas de violencia sexual.