bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Biogas and Biohythane Production from Anaerobic Co-digestion of Canned Sardine Wastewater with Glycerol Waste
Authors: Srimachai Tussanee , Imai Tsuyoshi , Rattanadilok Na Phuket Kiattisak
Published: April 2024

A biochemical methane potential (BMP) test investigated the effect of glycerol waste (GW) concentration on anaerobic co-digestion with canned sardine wastewater (CSW). They were studied using the single-stage process at mesophilic (P1) and thermophilic (P2) conditions and two-stage mesophilic (P3) processes. The P3 process has provided the most significant potential for improving biogas production in the sardine canning industry. Using 4% GW (v/v), the optimal hydrogen and methane concentrations at P3 are 43.00 ml H2/g CODr and 303.69 ml CH4/g CODr, respectively. The P3 process was 11.33 m3 biohytane/m3 mixed substrate, and the biohytane composition contained 43.11% CH4, 21.45% H2, and 35.43% CO2. The modified Gompertz model could simulate satisfactory hydrogen and methane yields, corresponding to high regression coefficients (R2>0.90). Hydrogen-producing bacteria in the H2 batch reactor were dominated by Micrococcus sp. and Desulfovibrio sp., while Methanosaeta sp., Methanoculleus sp., and Methanosarcina sp. are the major methanogens in the CH4 batch reactor. A two-stage process of co-fermenting CSW and GW could be a potential option for simultaneous biofuel recovery and waste treatment.
Characterization and Development of Venipuncture Practice Rubber Model Based for BCG Economy Framework
Authors: Somsuan Keerakarn , Aluksanasuwan Siripat , Morchang Atthapan , Wanta Arunothai , Punyanitya Sittiporn
Published: April 2024

The Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) economy framework, which integrates economic, social, and environmental aspects for waste management, holds great promise for fostering growth across various sectors in Thailand. Venipuncture, a critical medical procedure, can lead to complications if not performed correctly. This study uses Thailand para latex resources and calcium carbonate extracted from recycled mollusk shells to develop an educational innovation model for venipuncture procedures. Natural rubber latex (NRL) was obtained from Chiang Rai, Thailand. Preserved latex was heated to obtain 60% concentrated latex, then combined with a sulfur solution, and calcium carbonate powder was added in various ratios. Molding used a specialized mold replicating anatomical features of the antecubital fossa, incorporating three prominent veins. The venipuncture practice rubber model was characterized for pH, moisture content, water absorption, tensile strength, and other properties. The model exhibited neutral pH, low moisture content, and notable resistance and elasticity. This study promotes the sustainable utilization of natural latex resources and recycled mollusk shells in developing innovative medical models within the BCG framework. Additional research is required to enhance the human friendliness and realism of the rubber material used in the venipuncture practice model.
Prevalence, Virulence Profiles, and Genetic Relatedness of Escherichia coli O45 from Raw meats, Southern Thailand
Authors: Sukhumungoon Pharanai , Sae-lim Aphisara , Hayeebilan Fadeeya , Rattanachuay Pattamarat
Published: April 2024

Non-O157 Enterohaemorrhagic Escherichia coli (EHEC) has become a major public health concern all around the globe. This study investigated the E. coli serogroup O45 from raw meats in southern Thailand using the immunomagnetic separation approach (IMS). Forty-nine E. coli O45 strains were obtained from 13 positive meat samples (13/105), showing the prevalence of O45 contamination as 12.4%. They were not members of EHEC. Exploration of other virulence genes exhibited that fimH, responsible for bacterial adherence, was found in all strains, while astA encoding for EAST-1 toxin was 63.2% of the strains. Moreover, lpf encoding long polar fimbriae was found as 30.6%. Phylogenetic group analysis revealed that the majority of E. coli O45 belonged to group D (88%), followed by group A (8%) and group B1 (4%). However, none belonged to group B2. The intactness of stx2-phage integration sites showed that sbcB was occupied by prophages at the highest rate, followed by the Z2577 site. Antimicrobial susceptibility assay demonstrated relatively high bacterial resistance to cephalothin (78%), streptomycin (51%), cotrimoxazole (39%), tetracycline (31%), and chloramphenicol (23%). Furthermore, multi-drug resistant ability was uncovered in O45 strains at 49%. DNA profiling of E. coli O45 by BOX-PCR analyzed at 80% genetic similarity revealed 5 distinguishable clusters. More importantly, the strains from different samples and time intervals showed identical DNA fingerprints, suggesting that they may have originated from the same bacterial clone.
Instructional Strategies to Produce Educational Media Systematically
Authors: Seechaliao Thapanee
Published: April 2024

The main research purpose focused on investigating the instructional strategies to produce educational media systematically. The qualitative research methods were conducted by in-depth interviews with the experts and undergraduate students on effectively designing these instructional strategies. The participants consisted of two groups; 1) nine experts in the field of instructional strategies. 2) twelve undergraduate students. Research instruments were two semi-structured interviews with open questions; 1) two sets of interview questions designed for those specialists, and 2) the interview questions designed for an excellent student. Collected data was analyzed and categorized into key issues. The results were presented in descriptive analysis. The findings revealed as following: 1) two main popular instructional media types as follows; 1.1) digital media and 1.2) handmade media 2) the instructional strategies as follows: 2.1) ADDIE included analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. 2.2) 3P included pre-production, production, post-production 2.3) project-based learning 2.4) design-based learning, and 2.5) creative-based learning. 3) teaching techniques and methods encourage students such as case studies, best practices, creative practice, questions, discussion, brainstorming, team-based/group, etc. 4) organized activities to encourage students with active learning, creative knowledge, and instructional media systematically. 5) online tools and new technology could be active learning tools and motivate learners to create new media. Moreover, learning engagement, social media, and immediate feedback could engage students efficiently. 6) media evaluations should be evaluated on the design, production processes, and results. 7) the crucial factors consist of 1) instructional strategies/teaching techniques 2) teachers 3) students 5) materials, equipment, and supporting tools 6) learning environments 7) the work process. 8) the limitations are as follows; 1) teachers 2) students 3) time-limited 4) budget-limited.
Trích ly và khảo sát hàm lượng polyphenol, hoạt tính kháng oxy hóa của dịch chiết ethanol từ hoa Hẹ (Allium ramosum L.)
Authors: Lê Hải Đường  , Bùi Gia Linh  , Trần Thị Trang  , Trương Thị Thu Thảo
Published: April 2024

Nghiên cứu khảo sát ảnh hưởng của điều kiện trích ly dịch chiết ethanol từ hoa Hẹ (Allium ramosum L.), đồng thời khảo sát hàm lượng polyphenol, hoạt tính kháng oxi hoá của dịch chiết đó. Nghiên cứu này sử dụng sự hỗ trợ của sóng siêu âm để khảo sát quy trình trích ly và cho kết quả tối ưu là sử dụng dung môi ethanol 75 %, siêu âm ở nhiệt độ 50 oC trong thời gian 45 phút, đồng thời sử dụng phương pháp Folin-Ciocalteu xác định hàm lượng polyphenol và phương pháp DPPH khảo sát hoạt tính kháng oxyhóa của dịch đã chiết. Kết quả thu được đối với hàm lượng polyphenol là (51,30 ± 0,01) gGAE/mL, đối với hoạt tính kháng oxy hóa là (0,383 ± 0,001) mg dịch chiết/mL. Ngoài ra, nghiên cứu cũng đã nhận danh được một số nhóm chất chính như phenolic, flavonoid, alkanoid trong dịch chiết bằng phương pháp hóa học. Với kết quả đạt được, ngoài việc cung cấp thêm một số thông tin khoa học về hoa Hẹ mà trước đây chưa được khám phá, kết quả nghiên cứu còn đóng góp vào việc nâng cao giá trị của một loại dược liệu quý vốn đã rất quen thuộc với người dân và góp phần làm phong phú thêm kho tàng những cây thuốc và vị thuốc cổ truyền Việt Nam.
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Application of machine learning models for green andsimultaneous determination of asiaticoside andmadecassoside in Centella asiatica
Authors: Ta Thi Thao  , Nguyen Dieu Linh  , Nguyen Thi Ha Ly  , Hoang Thi Tuyet  , Do Thi Ha  , Nguyen Lam Hong  , Tran Thi Hue  , Nguyen Duc Thanh  , Pham Gia Bach
Published: April 2024

The artificial neuron network (ANN), which is a subfield of machine learning, has been widely applied in analytical chemistry for classification/pattern recognition, prediction, and modeling. ANN combined with UV spectrometry can be used to tackle the problem of overlapping spectra of a complicated matrix of herbal medicine. In the present study, ANN has been used for simultaneous determination of asiaticoside andmadecassoside in Centella asiatica collected from various provinces in Viet Nam based on UV spectra of standard reference and spiked samples. The absorption spectra of 108 C. asiatica samples were recorded in (190-250) nm of wavelength with an interval of 1 nm (61 variables) were used for data acquisition. An ANN model using traincgb function with 40 neural hidden layers was trained. The correlation coefficients were all higher than 0.9999. The concentration of asiaticoside and madecassoside in all tested samples revealed a good recovery, as compared to the referenced values. TheANN model can be considered as effective, time-saving and environment-friendly quantitative analysis tool for herbal medicine
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Attitude of Secondary School Students' Towards Mathematics
Authors: Pati Jyotirmoyee , Jena Uttam Kanti , Beura Mihir Kumar
Published: April 2024

Mathematics is one of the main subject of our life. Information about mathematics helps to make better choices in everyday life. So mathematics knowledge become most important now a days. present study intended to find the Attitude of secondary school students towards mathematics in Jajpur district of Odisha, India. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. 100 secondary school students were selected through a purposive sampling procedure. The data was collected by the Attitude Towards Mathematics Scale (A T M S) developed by Dr. S.C. Gakhar, and Rajni, to measure the attitude of secondary school student’s towards mathematics. The findings of the study revealed that private secondary school students have more positive attitude towards mathematics than government secondary schools. It also found that girl students have more positive attitude than boys.
A Survey on Motivation for Choosing Science Subjects by Students of S.B. Women's Higher Secondary School, Cuttack, Odisha
Authors: Pati Jyotirmoyee
Published: April 2024

For the growth of technology and innovation, science education is essential. There remains a gender disparity in science education in India, though, as fewer females choose to major in science in upper secondary school. With an emphasis on the Indian context, this paper examines the body of research on the variables influencing students' decisions to study science. After that, a study programme is suggested to investigate these aspects in more detail, taking into account societal effects, professional objectives, intrinsic interest, and teacher impact. In the current study, the primary factor influencing the choice of scientific course was career possibility, which was followed by instructor and personal impact. Comprehending these incentives is essential for formulating tactics to encourage science education among Indian females.
Amitav Ghosh’s The Calcutta Chromosome: A Pluriversal Narrative to Decolonise the Past and Confront Universal Eurocentrism
Authors: Herrero Dolores
Published: April 2024

The Calcutta Chromosome takes readers on a convoluted journey through time and space. At once a work of science fiction, a medical mystery, and a history of malaria research, this hybrid novel sets into rivalry India’s old-time wisdom and spirituality against Western science and English colonial presumptuousness, thus advocating transmodernity and the pluriversality put forward by critics such as Rosa María Rodriguez Magda, Enrique Dussel and Walter Mignolo, among others. This paper will analyse the way in which this novel denies the existence of a universal scientific method by deconstructing the certainties of an exclusively rationalist discourse whose discoveries have often gone hand in hand with exploitation, unequal power relations and colonization. Jacques Derrida’s notion of différance and Emmanuel Levinas’s ideas about the ethics of silence and knowledge will also be used to analyse silence as an alternative epistemological framework through which the dominant discourse can be undermined and the subaltern heard, and as a means to make amends for the injustices of the past by reclaiming the histories written by those who were made ‘others’ by the English imperial power.
A Life Uprooted: A Dalit Refugee Remembers. A Tale of Loss and Rehabilitation
Authors: Singh Aparna
Published: April 2024

Translation not only connects writers to new readers but also shapes and alters the course of literary history across caste, class and gender boundaries. Translating Dalit writing entails personal and political ramifications. It comes with a set of conflicts - dealing with one’s limitations and restrictions that is the result of a particular kind of upbringing, of one’s caste-based subjectivities and of a carefully constructed cosmopolitan identity that translators translating into English are usually embedded in. The translators are expected to display a deep understanding of their position as translators and the responsibilities they own up to by making an unmistakably political choice. First and foremost a reader, they engage at a visceral level with the narrative of pain and oppression. According to Rita Kothari, translation is one of the many consolidations that show a Dalit subject as an active participant in Indian democracy. The concerns about the authenticity of English as the target language should best be sidestepped as “its ideological potential to "translate" the Dalit life from fatalism to an identity of rights outweighs considerations of its distance from
77 años de la Partición de Bengala en los espejos líquidos de Jibanananda Das y Taslima Nasreen
Authors: Oliva Cruz Juan Ignacio
Published: April 2024

Este artículo estudia comparativamente las imágenes de la Partición india de 1947 a través de varios poemas de dos autores muy diferentes entre sí en su temática y cronología, pero que comparten varios puntos en común: Jibanananda Das (1899-1954) y Taslima Nasreen (1962-). Así, se estudiarán las imágenes de una Bengala escindida, poniendo el enfoque en el sentido del lugar y la pertenencia, la percepción reivindicativa del territorio y, sobre todo, el amor por el paisaje habitado. Los textos, de este modo, conforman un imaginario específico que puede analizarse –desde la fisicalidad tangible de los nuevos materialismos ecológicos— como un espacio vivido, perdido y ensoñado, en el que el trauma epigenético encuentra continuos diálogos diacrónicos intertextuales. De forma especular y rizomática, los discursos estéticos de Das y los activistas de Nasreen, dibujan situaciones holísticas en las que la tierra y sus habitantes son un solo cuerpo biológico enfrentado a la caprichosa cartografía humana que produjo la Partición física del estado bengalí. De este modo, tanto la porosidad acumulativa de la poética de Das como la viscosidad de la resistencia política de Nasreen sirven de filtros materiales para la descripción única de la quiebra antropogénica con el bioma que habitan.
Cantautores e produção colaborativa na mostra Reverbo (PE): agregando para reverberar
Authors: Bezerra Amilcar Almeida , Nogueira Amanda Mansur , De Oliveira Vinícius Barros
Published: April 2024

O termo “cantautor” vem sendo utilizado na mídia pernambucana para designar um tipo de artista independente que compõe e performa a canção para um nicho do público local em bares, cafés e teatros. Neste estudo desenvolvido com o coletivo de Cantautores “Reverbo”, sugerimos que este conceito de “cantautor” está na base de uma cena musical que propõe novas formas de circulação sustentável para a canção autoral, centradas na produção colaborativa, na performance individual e em mostras coletivas.
Metá Metá em perspectiva histórica e sociocultural
Authors: Diniz Sheyla Castro
Published: April 2024

Vinculado à pesquisa de pós-doutorado em andamento sobre o grupo musical paulistano Metá Metá, este artigo propõe discutir algumas questões em torno das ideias de “Nova MPB” e “música independente” no século XXI, sob o advento da internet. Com base no objeto investigado, traz igualmente para o debate perspectivas de trabalhos recentes ancoradas na noção de “cenas musicais” e apresenta potenciais analíticos e metodológicos a partir do que Raymond Williams chamou de “formação cultural”.
Apresentação
Authors: Assis Garcia Luiz Henrique , Senra Coelho Rafael
Published: April 2024

Apresentação do Dossiê.
ENHANCING CONCRETE STRENGTH WITH RECYCLED CERAMIC TILES AND DENTAL ADMIXTURES
Authors:   National University, QC Philippines, Morales Ariel B.
Published: April 2024

This study explores for the first time the utilization of combined use of ceramic tile aggregate and dental cast stones in the concrete production process. Ceramic tiles, sourced from manufacturing industries as well as construction and demolition sites—sources contributing to environmental pollution—were employed, along with waste dental cast stones obtained from hospitals in Metro Manila. The integration of crushed tiles as a replacement for coarse aggregate in concrete not only addresses environmental concerns but also holds promising economic benefits. Consequently, the incorporation of these ceramic wastes into concrete production emerges as a viable strategy for environmental preservation while simultaneously enhancing the concrete's properties particularly compressive strength. In the experimentation phase, crushed ceramic tile serves as 100% substitute for coarse aggregate while the dental cast stones serve as additive at varying percentages (1%, 3%, and 6%). The concrete mixtures, adhering to M20 grade standards, were meticulously prepared and subjected to casting, followed by thorough testing for Compressive Strength after curing period of 28 days. The obtained results reveal that excellent compressive strength is achieved with the replacement of ceramic tile aggregate in conjunction with natural coarse aggregate and pulverized dental cast stones as natural additive. In Addition, the obtained result of adding 1% waste additive material yields an average increase of 0.64% higher than the standard mix (controlled). The mixture with 3% waste additive material yields an average increase of 13.06% and while adding 6% waste additive material yields an average increase of 30.07% in comparison to conventional concrete with both respective curing period of 7, 14, 28 days. This insightful exploration underscores the potential of sustainable practices in concrete production for environmental benefits.
LIQUID MANURE AS A POTENTIAL ALTERNATIVE NUTRIENT SOLUTION FOR ORGANIC STRAWBERRY PRODUCTION
Authors:   Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Bangladesh, Uddin A.F.M. J. , Nahid H. M. , Dastagir T. , Chaitee F. T. J. , Husna M. A. ,   Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Bangladesh
Published: April 2024

The experiment was conducted at Horticultural Farm, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka, Bangladesh, during the period of November 2023 to February 2024. The single-factor experiment was laid out in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications to study organic strawberry production. The experiment consisted of five treatments, namely: T1: Recommended Fertilizer Dose (RFD); T2: Vermi Tea (VT); T3: SAU-MLM; T4: SAU-NLM; and T5: SAU-PLM. Treatments were applied to plants four times every 10 days, starting 7 days after plant transplantation. The effects on vegetative growth, yield attributes, and fruit quality (Brix%) were investigated, and they showed significant variation. The results showed that RFD (T1) and SAU-PLM (T5) treatments more prominently enhanced vegetative growth SPAD value and yield attributes; maximum flower number (19.3), fruit number (17.0), diameter of fruit (41.5 mm), fruit weight (39.1 g), leaf area (153.0 sq. cm), Brix value (8.6) recorded in T5 treatment, and similar yield per plant are found in T1 (632.3 g) and T5 (636.3 g). Hence, it can be affirmed that SAU-PLM constitutes a potent liquid fertilizer capable of enhancing the growth and yield of strawberry plants.
Similarities yet Divergence in South Asian Macroeconomic Performance
Authors: Goyal Ashima
Published: April 2024

Stylized business cycle facts for South Asia are both similar and different from other regions. They show the dominance of supply shocks, often amplified by macroeconomic policies and procyclical current accounts. Interest and exchange rate volatility rose initially on liberalization, but fell as markets deepened. A gradual approach to openness and market development, with flexible exchange rates, that avoided complete liberalization, worked well initially. But a combination of excessive government/foreign borrowing and inadequate reserves made it difficult for smaller countries to withstand the multiple external shocks that began with the global pandemic. Domestic ability to smooth shocks and global safety nets are both essential. India benefitted from growing diversity, evolution to countercyclical macroeconomic policy better suited to structure and a good coordination of monetary and fiscal policies, with balance between demand stimulus and continuing supply-side reforms. Reserves and capital flow management policies helped insulate from global shocks. Intervention damped excess exchange rate volatility, reducing risk premiums.
Navigating Tensions and Stabilising Public Safety with Internet Shutdowns
Authors: Dhar Ivy
Published: April 2024

Internet shutdowns have proliferated in the last few years in India owing to the government’s effort to control the spread of rumours and misinformation primarily in periods when there is a possibility of tension or social unrest. This paper examines how public emergency and public safety, which comprises the core of the law for implementing internet suspension, is not adequately defined and therefore, continues to be used indiscriminately. This article reviews the use of internet shutdown as a public safety measure.
Estratégia de influência nos grupos JBS e Odebrecht
Authors: Correia Ferreira Rui Fernando , Fróes Couto Felipe , Almada Neves Lívia , De Almeida Vilela Bruno
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: Este estudo teve como objetivo identificar e categorizar os objetivos de estratégia de influência realizados pela JBS e Odebrecht para obter ganhos de vantagem competitiva na relação com o Estado.
Marco teórico: Para além da perspectiva teórica da estratégia de não-mercado, e com base na sociologia econômica, propôs-se o conceito de estratégia de influência para analisar relações sociais políticas e econômicas entre Estado e corporações.
Método: Utilizamos a análise da estrutura de eventos, identificados ao longo de mais de 35 horas de vídeo com 27 executivos das referidas empresas.
Resultados: Foram identificados 23 casos de estratégias de influência, em que atores privados se utilizaram de complexas ações nas relações Empresa-Estado em busca de ganhos de fontes de vantagens competitivas.
Conclusão: Três objetivos estratégicos comuns foram identificados: i) ganhos de contratos; ii) regulação/desoneração; iii) influência na burocracia pública nos âmbitos municipal, estadual e federal.
A importância da integração da medicina preventiva às práticas de promoção da saúde
Authors: Miranda Alice Vasconcelos , Redivo Andreia Carolina , Pinto Isabella Ferreira Moreira , Resende Isadora Lopes , Guedes Deborah Diogo , Malheiros Ana Beatriz Araújo , Felipe Alberto gabriel borges
Published: April 2024

A medicina preventiva inclui intervenções primárias para prevenção, estratégias secundárias e terciárias que busquem a detecção precoce e o controle de patologias, além da reabilitação do paciente. Nesse sentido, a promoção da saúde envolve não só ações individuais, como também comunitárias e governamentais com o propósito de incentivar um estilo de vida saudável, destaca-se, dessa maneira, a participação ativa da comunidade, cuidados preventivos e assistenciais como diretrizes para a organização do sistema de saúde. Nesse contexto, o estudo tem por objetivo explorar e destacar a relevância de incorporar a medicina preventiva nas iniciativas de promoção da saúde, ademais, utiliza-se de uma revisão integrativa de literatura com pesquisa nas bases de dados Google Acadêmico, Scielo e Pubmed. Os descritores explorados foram “medicina preventiva”, “promoção da saúde” e “serviços preventivos de saúde” e todos de acordo com o DeCS/MeSH (Descritores em Ciências da Saúde). A integração da medicina preventiva com a promoção da saúde é uma estratégia eficaz para prevenir doenças, promover estilos de vida saudáveis e melhorar o bem-estar geral. A APS é fundamental para essa integração, pois oferece medidas específicas de cuidado que podem ser acessadas por toda a população
Alternativas para fomentar y fortalecer el agroturismo en el Ecuador
Authors: Montilla-Pacheco Argenis de Jesús , Alvarado-Moreno Marialaura , De La Torre-Burgos Humboldt Adán
Published: April 2024

Este aporte gira en torno a las alternativas que posibilitan el fomento y fortalecimiento del agroturismo en el Ecuador, identifica oportunidades de negocio y reconoce los productos turísticos disponibles para potenciar la competitividad y productividad de esta actividad económica. El turismo desempeña una función primordial en el desarrollo integral de la sociedad, por tanto, robustecerlo desde el ámbito agrícola ayuda a la generación de puestos de trabajo, diversifica las fuentes de ingresos y contribuye en mejoras a la calidad de vida de las comunidades anfitrionas. La metodología se basó en la revisión de documentos bibliográficos preferiblemente de publicaciones científicas recientes, en específico con el empleo de términos de búsqueda afines al tema, tales como, desarrollo sostenible, políticas públicas, promoción agroturística, turismo rural; después, la información se organizó con una estructura que da cuerpo a todo el documento. Con base en la situación en que se encuentra dicha modalidad de turismo se propone una serie de alternativas para su fortalecimiento. Se concluye que el agroturismo representa un motor económico fundamental para impulsar el aprovechamiento de los recursos agrícolas de la nación, pero además, para cooperar en la preservación de las tradiciones y culturas vinculadas a los sectores rurales de la geografía ecuatoriana.

Palabras clave: agroturismo, desarrollo económico, preservación Ambiental, sostenibilidad.
The problem of slavery and human trafficking: International law and scientific discourse
Authors: Shcherbatiuk Volodymyr , Kuras Dmytro , Sokur Yurii
Published: April 2024

The expansion of the range of issues related to modern slavery and human trafficking is associated with the intensification of scientific research in this area, which raises the issue of classification and systematization of research in this area. The publication aims at defining the main criteria for systematizing scientific works in the field of combating slavery and human trafficking, and at classifying and analysing one of the selected segments of this body of research. In the context of analysing the process of researching a particular area of scientific interest, the main tools used are the principles of objectivity, scientificity and systematicity, while general scientific methods of cognition – deduction and retrospective, as well as special legal methods – comparative legal and legal forecasting. The analysis of the content and issues of scientific reports on research conducted in the field of combating human trafficking has shown both their high professional level and their focus on processing and summarizing factual data that are mostly not available in the format of ordinary scientific articles. It has also been established that scientific reports are mostly focused on solving practical problems, which increases the benefit of using the formulated conclusions not only in scientific, but also in law enforcement and social work. The practical value of the study lies in the fact that for the first time, an attempt was made to conduct a systematic analysis of a selected segment of works on the problem of modern slavery and human trafficking
Human Resource Management Practices in Startup Companies: Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: Rismayadi Budi
Published: April 2024

This research aims to investigate human resource management (HR) practices in start-up companies and explore the challenges and opportunities faced in this context. The research method used is a qualitative study with descriptive methods. The research results show that human resource management (HR) practices in start-up companies face unique challenges, but also offer significant opportunities for sustainable development. Start-up companies have the advantage of building an inclusive and innovation-oriented work culture, as well as taking advantage of small teams to provide a personal approach to employee development. In addition, technology adoption and partnerships with educational and training institutions are important strategies in improving HR management efficiency and accessing quality talent. Thus, the results of this research highlight the importance of an adaptive and innovative approach in HR management to support the growth and success of start-up companies in a dynamic business environment.
Practical study of the implementation of circular economy at agricultural enterprises of Ukraine
Authors: Dovgal Olena , Potryvaieva Natalia
Published: April 2024

Given the role of the agricultural sector in the development of the Ukrainian economy, it is important to find methods to improve the efficiency of its operation. Since one of them is the introduction of a circular economy, the study of cases of its application in the country is relevant. The purpose of the study was to show an example of the implementation of this concept in Ukraine, depicting the advantages and disadvantages of its application. The main research methods were analysis, comparison, and forecasting. The most significant example of implementing the principles of circular economics at the enterprise, namely the company Myronivsky Hliboproduct, was evaluated. It was shown that the company's approach is based on processing waste into biogas and using it as energy. This process not only helps to avoid increasing CO2 emissions into the atmosphere, but also makes much more efficient use of the available resources. In addition, the features water recycling and existing trends in this area were described. Special attention was paid to the difficulties that the company faced during the start of the full-scale Russian invasion in 2022, and what actions were taken to improve the situation. Conclusions were also drawn about the likely opportunities for the company to achieve its goals in the context of the circular economy, considering current trends in the development of Ukraine. The practical value of the study lies in its usefulness for developing recommendations for enterprises to implement the concept of a circular economy. In addition, data from the study can be used by state representatives to improve the effectiveness of policy implementation in the agricultural sector
Capability of Activity Planning Based on Organizational Citizenship Behavior to Accelerate Development
Authors: Rumoning Muhamad Taher , Sundjoto Sundjoto , Istiqomah Titis , Tamsil Untung
Published: April 2024

The research aims to determine the capability factors of regional development activity planners in Fakfak Regency. The vast area of the district and the many technical problems for regions in Indonesia's frontier, outermost and underdeveloped regions; requires equitable and targeted development planning to accelerate economic development. Combination research with a qualitative-quantitative-qualitative design was carried out during 2023. Data was obtained through closed interviews using a questionnaire tool. The question grid in the questionnaire refers to the standard target answers, so that respondents' answers can be given a weight value. Weighting uses a scale of 1-10. Test the validity of the answers using the cross triangulation technique. The interview data was then analyzed using the SPSS statistical tool. The qualitative analysis description reviews the regression model based on the results of the analysis of the coefficient of determination (R-square). The research results show that the capabilities of development planners including: competence, integrity, innovation, motivation and empathy still need to be improved in order to achieve accelerated development evenly in Fakfak district. Budget planners still need to train themselves to be more focused on achieving the vision, mission and goals of the Fakfak Regency Government by implementing organizational citizenship behavior (OCB)
TRI NHẬN VÀ BIỂU ĐẠT KHÔNG GIAN TRONG TIẾNG VIỆT VÀ TIẾNG TRUNG QUỐC - NHỮNG ẢNH HƯỞNG ĐẾN HỌC SINH VIỆT NAM
Authors: Trần Thị Hồng  , Ngô Thị Khánh Chi
Published: April 2024

Không gian là một thực thể tồn tại khách quan mà con người muốn biểu hiện sự tồn tại thì phải mã hóa bằng ngôn ngữ. Muốn mã hóa không gian bằng ngôn ngữ, con người trước tiên phải tri nhận không gian, tức phản ánh thế giới khách quan vào bộ óc. Con người thể hiện kiến thức và hiểu biết của mình về thế giới thông qua nhận thức và kinh nghiệm sống của bản thân, sau đó sử dụng ngôn ngữ để thể hiện sự nhận thức và hiểu biết của mình về thế giới. Vì vậy, cách biểu đạt không gian ở các ngôn ngữ khác nhau vốn đã mang tính chủ quan (về mặt tri nhận của chủ thể phát ngôn) và tính đặc thù (của nền văn hóa mà chủ thể đó là thành viên). Để biểu đạt không gian, tiếng Việt và tiếng Trung Quốc đều sử dụng các biểu thức ngôn ngữ gồm những yếu tố tương đồng, nhưng khác nhau về trật tự sắp xếp các yếu tố đó trong biểu thức (ngữ pháp) và cách ý niệm hóa không gian (logic-ngữ nghĩa). Sự khác biệt này, nếu không được chỉ ra và phân tích rõ ràng, có thể sẽ dẫn đến một số lỗi sai của học sinh Việt Nam trong giai đoạn đầu khi học tiếng Trung Quốc.
PHƯƠNG PHÁP DẠY VÀ HỌC CHỮ HÁN CHO SINH VIÊN NĂM THỨ NHẤT NGÀNH NGÔN NGỮ NHẬT TẠI TRƯỜNG ĐẠI HỌC HÀ NỘI
Authors: Trần Thị Thanh Thủy  , Phạm Thị Thu Cúc
Published: April 2024

Chữ Hán là loại chữ tượng hình được sử dụng trong hệ thống chữ viết tiếng Nhật hiện đại cùng với chữ Hiragana, chữ Katakana và chữ Latinh. Tuy nhiên, chữ Hán có cấu tạo gồm nhiều nét viết với nhiều cách đọc nên việc nhớ được cách viết, cách đọc và ý nghĩa của chữ Hán luôn là một trong những khó khăn lớn đối với người mới học tiếng Nhật. Bài nghiên cứu này đề cập đến thực trạng giảng dạy và học chữ Hán của sinh viên năm thứ nhất ngành Ngôn ngữ Nhật, Trường Đại học Hà Nội. Bên cạnh đó, thông qua kết quả khảo sát sinh viên, kết quả thống kê và phân tích số liệu, chúng tôi sẽ phân tích các phương pháp học và luyện tập của sinh viên, đưa ra một số kết luận về những khó khăn trong việc học chữ Hán. Từ đó đưa ra một số đề xuất về phương pháp giảng dạy nhằm góp phần nâng cao hiệu quả giờ học tiếng Nhật đặc biệt là học chữ Hán.
NGHIÊN CỨU XÂY DỰNG HỆ THỐNG TỰ HỌC TRỰC TUYẾN TIẾNG TRUNG QUỐC DÀNH CHO SINH VIÊN VIỆT NAM
Authors: Nguyễn Thị Phương  , Nguyễn Vân Anh  , Đoàn Trần Trà My  , Bùi Lương Tâm  , Trần Thị Phương Thảo  , Nguyễn Thủy Tiên
Published: April 2024

Việt Nam và Trung Quốc là hai quốc gia có mối quan hệ hợp tác lâu đời và ngày càng phát triển sâu rộng trên nhiều lĩnh vực. Theo xu thế phát triển của thời đại công nghệ 4.0, hiện nay số lượng người học tiếng Trung Quốc tại Việt Nam có xu hướng tăng và ngày càng đa dạng. Người học không chỉ học tập trực tiếp trên trường, lớp mà còn tự học trên nhiều hệ thống trực tuyến. Áp dụng phương pháp khảo sát trên diện rộng bài viết này nhằm mục đích phân tích, nghiên cứu thực trạng sử dụng hệ thống tự học tiếng Trung Quốc trực tuyến tại Việt Nam, qua đó đưa ra ý tưởng xây dựng một hệ thống đáp ứng nhu cầu người học tiếng Trung Quốc tại Việt Nam. Khảo sát bằng bảng hỏi thu thập 650 kết quả cho thấy người học mong muốn một hệ thống có kho tài liệu đa dạng, phong phú, tích hợp nhiều tính năng mới mẻ, nâng cao hiệu quả giám sát chất lượng tự học tiếng Trung Quốc.
THE REPRESENTATION OF INDIVIDUALIST AND COLLECTIVIST VALUES IN AMERICAN AND VIETNAMESE ADVERTISEMENTS THROUGH CREATIVE TACTICS
Authors: Phạm Thị Tâm
Published: April 2024

Advertising has been creeping into people's lives and affecting their behaviors. One of the effective strategies to attract customers is to incorporate cultural elements in advertising. This study focuses on examining creative tactics for expressing individualist and collectivist values to point out the similarities and differences in the representation of these values. A cross-cultural comparative method based on the content analysis approach was employed to analyze two datasets, including 131 selected American and 123 selected Vietnamese magazine advertisements. The results show that creative tactics for individualist values are found more in American advertisements, while those for collectivist values are used more in Vietnamese advertisements. This study has both academic and practical implications, helping advertisers have a more objective view of the outstanding advertising tactics in each data set, thereby creating more appropriate advertisements for their target customers.
Recomendaciones de la Asociación Argentina de Oncología Clínica de testeo molecular para alteraciones somáticas en cáncer de mama, colon, pulmón no micrócitico y tumores genitourinarios
Authors: Waisberg Federico , Basbus Luis , Rodríguez Andrés , Ángel Martín , Sánchez Rodrigo , Castagneris Nicolás , Enrico Diego , Mandó Pablo
Published: April 2024

Los avances en la comprensión de la biología molecular de los tumores han revolucionado el campo de la oncología y los testeos moleculares para identificar alteraciones somáticas se han convertido en una herramienta indispensable para el diagnóstico, pronóstico y tratamiento personalizado de los pacientes con cáncer. La implementación efectiva de estas pruebas es crucial para mejorar los resultados clínicos y optimizar la gestión de los recursos sanitarios pero el acceso a estas tecnologías y la estandarización de los protocolos pueden variar considerablemente planteando desafíos significativos. Los autores de acuerdo al modelo tumoral que con mayor frecuencia tratan en su práctica habitual, utilizaron como referencia las guías internacionales de NCCN, ASCO y ESMO, y los estudios de investigación reportados en la bibliografía de dichas guías para discutir la aplicación de las recomendaciones en el sistema sanitario argentino. La relevancia final otorgada a cada recomendación fue efectuada en base a la prevalencia de cada una de las mutaciones somáticas en la población de referencia, la evidencia disponible respecto a moléculas accionables y su disponibilidad en nuestro país. Se emitieron recomendaciones finales elaboradas tras la aceptación unánime de cada grupo presentes en el presente artículo. Es fundamental que los profesionales de la salud en Argentina reconozcan la importancia de integrar los testeos moleculares en la práctica clínica estándar, garantizando así un abordaje más preciso y eficaz del cáncer, así como trabajar en mejorar el acceso equitativo a estas tecnologías, asegurando que todos los pacientes puedan beneficiarse de los avances en la medicina oncológica.
Management of the diversification of a trading company’s activities
Authors: Hlushko Oleh
Published: April 2024

The strategy of overcoming the crisis is still relevant for Ukraine’s economy: diversification, entering new areas of business and trade, and searching for risks and alternatives have become important tasks after the full-scale invasion in 2022 and the declaration of martial law. The purpose of this study was to investigate the features of diversification of trading activities in crisis conditions on the example of Ukraine. Using the method of statistical analysis, the most effective and popular methods of risk distribution and features of Ukrainian crisis management were identified. The study proved the effectiveness of such diversification measures as the transition of sales to online formats, the use of postal and courier delivery services, duplication of export routes in the process of developing supply chains during martial law, and the expansion of the range of private label products by retailers. Separately, statistics on the dynamics of sales of dietary supplements in Ukrainian pharmacy chains were analysed and it was proved that sales of this group of products increased during the crisis. Based on the data obtained and the conclusions, the need to tackle corruption and immediately reform the judiciary and tax systems was proved, as these are the actions expected by the Ukrainian business community. Using the modelling, a model of enterprise diversification was created. The practical significance of the study lies in the publication of systematic information on ways of diversification, which can be useful for representatives of business and the economic block of power
Effects of trade and financial openness on inflationary pressure in Nigeria
Authors: Osisanwo Bukonla Grace , Maku Olukayode Emmanuel , Ajayi Felix Odunayo
Published: April 2024

The continuous rapid upsurge in inflationary pressure in Nigeria amidst the gradual liberalisation of the country’s trade and financial market calls for questioning of the role of trade and financial openness in the inflationary trend in Nigeria, which makes the research on this issue relevant. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of trade and financial openness on inflation in Nigeria. In the estimation of the model built to capture the objective of the study, the fully modified ordinary least squares was employed based on the data collected from the World Development Indicators covering the period of 1981 to 2023. The results showed that trade openness and exchange rate exerted a significant negative effect on inflation in Nigeria while exchange rate showed a significant positive effect. The study concluded that financial openness had a positive significant effect on inflation while trade openness and exchange rate exerted a significant negative effect. The need for government to review their foreign trade policies in such a way that the importation of both finished and intermediate goods and services from the rest of the world can be significantly reduced by boosting local production was recommended. The study offers two-folds contributions. It provides new information on the factors that determine inflation and it specifically shows the nexus among trade and financial openness. The findings therefore revealed that higher trade and financial openness raises inflation implying openness-induced inflation. The findings from the study will be of practical value to policy makers such as those in the fiscal authorities and the Central Bank of Nigeria in devising policies to tame the current inflationary pressure in Nigeria
Strategy to increase the share of sales in the pharmaceutical market
Authors: Jalilova Ainuram
Published: April 2024

The topic of sale of medical products is relevant, as the pharmaceutical industry is continuously transforming in accordance with new requirements, which forces companies and organisations to constantly adapt to changes in the environment and pay more attention to strategies for selling medical products. The purpose of the study was to analyse current trends and challenges in the healthcare sector, with a focus on increasing sales. The applied approaches include analytical, statistical, functional, system analysis, deductive, synthesis, comparison, and modelling. Research on this topic included an analysis of current practices covering strategies for increasing sales in the pharmaceutical market using the example of AstraZeneca. The main factors influencing the growth of competition in this area and the need to develop effective methods to increase the share of companies’ products in this market are analysed. The market trends, consumer preferences, and marketing strategies used in this industry are analysed. A variety of strategies were identified while analysing different approaches to increasing sales in the pharmaceutical sector. These strategies cover various aspects, such as marketing techniques, adapting to market dynamics, and strategies for attracting new customers. Based on the review of the market situation and the needs of the target audience, a comprehensive strategy was developed aimed at increasing the share of sales of specific pharmaceutical products. The main obstacles faced by pharmaceutical companies in their quest to increase their market share were identified. This study is of practical significance in using the results obtained to develop and apply strategies to increase sales of pharmaceutical products
Thermo-Hydromechanics and Complexs Transfer Processes in Fluid Flows
Authors: Gudzinskas Juozas , Maziukienė Monika , Miliauskas Gintautas , Poškas Robertas
Published: April 2024

This handbook is a comprehensive guide featuring practical and laboratory works designed to assist students in applying theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. It covers a broad range of topics including thermohydromechanics, heat and mass transfer, thermokinetics, as well as complex transfer processes and fluid flows. This resource is intended for students at KTU who are studying Thermohydromechanics, Heat and Mass Transfer, Thermokinetics and other related modules in the first and the second cycles of studies. PhD students in the field of Energetics and Power Engineering who are studying the subjects Thermal Hydromechanics of Single-Phase Flow and Combined Transfer Processes in Fluid Flows will also find this handbook beneficial.
Enhancing Adaptive Pedagogical Content Development with ADDIE and Scrum in Hypermedia Environments
Authors: Chelliq Ikram  , Erradi Mohamed  , Khaldi Mohamed
Published: April 2024

This article explores an innovative approach that combines the ADDIE and Scrum methodologies to develop pedagogical objects in adaptive hypermedia systems. The aim is to address the evolving needs of learners in a constantly changing learning environment. This integration provides increased flexibility, allowing for quick adjustments based on learners' requirements. It also promotes multidisciplinary collaboration, enhances pedagogical quality through regular reviews, maintains alignment with educational objectives, and ensures transparent quality management. The article presents an architecture tailored to this approach, highlighting key components to promote adaptability. It discusses future prospects for the implementation of this approach, including automation and the integration of artificial intelligence, thus opening up new possibilities for continuous improvement in adaptive education and learning.
Leadership in the Organization
Authors: Danylevych Nataliia , Borzak Yuliia
Published: April 2024

The purpose of the article is to identify factors that affect the effectiveness of a company's internal leadership using insights from the analysis of internal leadership of Ernst&Young Ukraine, a member of one of the largest professional services networks, which prioritizes a stable and effective development of its leaders. The article starts with an overview of classical and modern theories of leadership, which is followed by a description of the structure and activities of Ernst&Young as well as a corresponding SWOT analysis. The authors also analyse results of a survey conducted among the company's employees to measure their leadership skills. These findings are used to identify problems faced by modern leaders and list the main characteristics of effective leadership.(original abstract)