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A Smart Grasp Deep Network Based on One-Way Fusion Strategy
Authors: Yang Yuequan , Li Wei , Cang Xin , Cao Zhiqiang , Bao Jiatong
Published: October 2024

Robot grasp modeling and implementation is one of essential abilities for a robot with embodied artificial intelligence. However, most existing deep learning-based grasp methods suffer a large number of parameters and heavy computation overheads. To address this issue, by fully exploiting the complementary capabilities of both CNNs and Transformers, we propose a smart grasp deep network with one-way fusion strategy via context path and spatial path (SGNet), which enjoys a lightweight structure, fast inference speed and easy deployment on devices with limited computation resources. Specifically, the context path employs lightweight depthwise separable convolution to achieve fast down-sampling while a novel DSFormer module mainly by integrating Transformer is to extract global and context-rich features. The spatial path efficiently fuses feature information from the context path in one-way manner and generate high-resolution feature maps via point-by-point convolution operations. Experimental results show the proposed model with only 1M parameters has a significantly overall performance, achieving 99.4% accuracy on Cornell dataset and 93.4% accuracy on Jacquard dataset, as well as within 12.5ms inference time.
Think Global, Act Local: The Reduction of the Environmental Impact of Breast Surgery and the New Frontier of Green Surgery
Authors: Allievi Rebecca , Vicini Silvia , Bassetti Chiara , Gipponi Marco , Diaz Raquel , Cuniolo Letizia , Murelli Federica , Depaoli Francesca , Cornacchia Chiara , Margarino Cecilia , Boccardo Chiara , Pesce Marianna , Franchelli Simonetta , Castellano Maila , Alloisio Marina , De Cian Franco , Fregatti Piero
Published: October 2024

The impact of climate change is undeniable: considering the significant carbon footprint of surgical activity, there is an urgent need to pursue sustainability in the operating room as well. At the Breast Surgery Clinic of the IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino in Genoa, a prospective study was conducted from September 2023 to May 2024 to evaluate the effectiveness of a series of measures aimed at reducing the environmental impact in the operating room. 34 women affected by invasive breast cancer T1-2, cN0 underwent quadrantectomy and sentinel lymph node biopsy (SNLB): 17 according to a standard, high environmental impact approach; 17 according to a green approach based on the "5 R rule" (reduce, reuse, recycle, rethink, research). The implementation of measures such as the use of indocyanine green (ICG) for SNLB, the use of local anesthesia and intravenous sedation, the minimization of waste production, the use of reusable gowns, drapes and surgical instruments and the separate collection of non-infectious plastic waste resulted not only in a reduced environmental impact, but also in benefits for patients, who were spared a hospital admission the day before surgery, the administration of a radiotracer, and, in 58.8% of cases, an overnight stay. Considering the alarming data regarding the threat to our health, it is both possible and necessary to adopt virtuous behaviors in the operating room that reverse the current trend of emitting greenhouse gases.
Some Notes on the Gini Index and New Inequality Measures: The nth Gini Index
Authors: Ruiz José Manuel Gavilan , Ruiz-Gándara África , Irizo Francisco Javier Ortega , Abril Luis Gonzalez
Published: October 2024

A new family of inequality indices based on the deviation between the expected maximum and the expected minimum of random samples, called the nth Gini index is presented. These indices generalize the Gini index. At the same time, this family of indices and the S-Gini index are generalised by proposing the uv−Gini index, which turns out to be a convex combination of the S-Gini index and the Lorenz family of inequality measures. This family of Gini indices provides a methodology for achieving perfect equality in a given distribution of incomes. This is achieved through a series of successive and equal increases in the incomes of each individual.
Future of Work: Enhancing Human Resource Development Strategies for the Age of Automation and Digital Transformation
Authors: Jubouri Hassan Abed Ali Alwan
Published: October 2024

This study evaluates how automation and digital transformation affect Human Resource Development (HRD) strategies, focusing on AI-driven training programs, the effectiveness of remote work technologies, and the challenges related to digital transformation fatigue. Employing a mixed-methods approach that combines quantitative surveys (n=500) and qualitative interviews (n=30), the study offers comprehensive insights. Key findings reveal that 75% of respondents noted improved skill acquisition through AI, 60% expressed satisfaction with remote work technologies despite some challenges, and 55% reported experiencing digital transformation fatigue. The study suggests strategic investments in AI, robust remote work infrastructure, and wellness programs to mitigate fatigue, emphasizing the importance of balancing technological advancements with employee well-being.
Analysis of Viability as Readout of Lymphocyte Transformation Test in Drug Hypersensitivity Diagnostics
Authors: Gyovai András , Metzler Gabriella , Papp Krisztián , Prechl József
Published: October 2024

In vitro tests of cellular activity form part of the diagnostic algorithm of drug hypersensitivity reactions. Because of the wide range of pharmacological mechanisms, clinical symptoms, genetic components and laboratory tests, it is important to know how a particular test performs in the diagnostic procedure. We carried out the detailed retrospective analysis of more than 6,000 measurements of numerous drug compounds tested in the past 6 years. Our cell viability-based lymphocyte transformation had a coefficient of variation of 10% and showed similar performance over the whole range of tested ages. With an adequate number of parallel measurements, the test can identify modest increases in stimulation indices with high confidence. Similar percentages of analytically positive responses were observed for the three most frequently tested drug groups, namely antibiotics, non-steroid anti-inflammatory agents and anesthetics. These results confirm that cell viability tests are suitable alternatives of proliferation assays in drug allergy testing.
The Impact of Porter’s Five Forces Model on SMEs Performance: A Systematic Review
Authors: Ndzabukelwako Zenani , Mereko Omphemetse , Sambo Thando VB , Thango Bonginkosi
Published: October 2024

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are vital to economic growth, yet they face considerable competitive pressures. This systematic review evaluates the impact of Porter’s Five Forces on SME performance to provide actionable strategic insights for business sustainability using qualitative and quantitative methods. A thorough search of Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar was conducted, focusing on literature published between 2014 and 2024. Search terms included "Porter’s Five Forces," "SME competitiveness," and "competitive advantage." Studies were selected based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria, resulting in 51 out of 126 initial studies meeting the inclusion standards. Prominently, industry rivalry and customer bargaining power were found to be the most influential forces, particularly in competitive sectors such as retail and telecommunications, where differentiation and cost leadership play crucial roles. The review concludes that strategically managing Porter’s Five Forces can significantly enhance SMEs' competitive advantage and sustainability. SMEs leveraging differentiation and innovation are better equipped to address rivalry and buyer power. In industries such as manufacturing and healthcare, managing supplier power is critical for cost control and quality. Moreover, sectors like renewable energy can capitalize on the low threat of substitutes by fostering innovation. Future research should focus on specific sectors such as technology, retail, and tourism to develop tailored strategies that help SMEs navigate unique competitive pressures more effectively.
Filtering and Noise Extraction from ECG Signals Using Butterworth Filter
Authors: SANTOS DHEIVER
Published: October 2024

This paper presents a method for filtering and extracting noise from ECG signals using a Butterworth filter. The aim is to enhance signal qual- ity, enabling more accurate analysis in biomedical contexts, particularly in arrhythmia detection and other cardiac assessments.
Virtual and Augmented Reality Games in the Treatment of Neurodegenerative Diseases: Systematic and Bibliographic Review
Authors: Eckert Martin , Ostermann Thomas , Ehlers Jan P. , Hohenberg Gregor
Published: October 2024

The following systematic and bibliographic review investigates the intersection between the treatment of cognitive impairments and virtual and augmented reality-based game-oriented applications. The review provides a view into the last 12 years of research. The PubMed Database served as the main source for the review. We defined a comprehensive set of investigation variables and classified three main topics: bibliography, medical, and technical. Of a total of 61 identified articles, 19 were included. The findings from these studies indicate the positive effects of using virtual and augmented reality applications to improve cognitive function and depression. There is also a gap in high-quality evidence since clinical trials have been conducted only with a few patients. Preliminary results indicate positive cognitive and physical well-being effects, but the field demands further investigation to determine the effectiveness. Future research needs to focus on larger studies and the quality of the developed applications. Further, it is important to look at scores like Quality of Living and Satisfaction in Daily Activities to create a functioning environment for the patient.
Economic Impact of Droughts in Southern Brazil, a Duration Analysis
Authors: Tonetto Jorge Luis , Pique Josep Miquel , Fochezatto Adelar , Rapetti Carina
Published: October 2024

Natural disasters are currently a matter of great concern worldwide. Droughts are among the most recurrent episodes, causing significant private losses and thus worsening the economic situation of regions that depend on agriculture and livestock. This article presents a study of the duration of droughts in the southernmost state of Brazil, which has a large agriculture production and has shown recurrent events over the last two decades. The approach focuses on the time of economic recovery and whether economic impacts occurred, in the years of 2020, 2022, and 2023, and for this purpose it uses the total value of invoices issued in the municipality by companies to consumers and between them. To this end, the Kaplan-Meier estimator and the Cox regression model were used to analyze the economic recovery rates of the municipalities, also using factors such as their size, geographic location and main sector of economic activity. The results show that the longest recovery time is concentrated in small cities and cities that have agricultural or livestock activities as their main activity, and also show greater resilience in cities in the metropolitan region, which has a tributary of many rivers and is more concentrated in services and industry, with larger cities. The study identify that in each year at least 75% of the municipalities have their economic recovery within 3 months. The findings allow a better planning for both prevention and mitigation of the effects of droughts. They are also relevant for the design of economic and social policies.
An Analysis of the Time Required for Diagnosis of ASD and the Factors Influencing Its Duration in a Sample of the Pediatric Population from Poland
Authors: Wilczyński Krzysztof Maria , Cichoń Lena , Stasik Aleksandra , Kania Katarzyna , Rodak Natalia , Wizner Michał , Janas-Kozik Małgorzata
Published: October 2024

Background/Objectives: Early diagnosis of ASD a very important factor in improving the quality of life of people on the spectrum, but it still remains a major problem in Europe, especially concerning girls. In this study, we tried to answer the question of what factors affect the age of diagnosis in Poland. Additionally, we tried to establish the time between the first visit to the mental health center and the diagnosis in this population, and what factors affect its length. Methods: 77 children were randomly recruited among the patients who came to local MHC at the Child and Family Health Center in Sosnowiec. All participants were tested using the ADOS-2 protocol. In addition, the study used TAS-20 test and BDI. Results The mean age of the first enrollment in the MHC was 9.09 years for girls and 6.42 for the boys. The time needed to obtain a diagnosis from the first visit was consecutively 2.90 years and 4.29 years, but the difference was not statistically significant (p>0.05). Obtaining a different psychiatric diagnosis did not affect the average time to diagnosis and the age of diagnosis. Conclusions: The results of the study indicate that the diagnosis of ASD is still a significant problem both in Poland and in the world. The long time needed to obtain the correct diagnosis, the frequent need to change diagnosticians in order to obtain it is a common problem. the diagnostic process should be flexible, and the diagnostician should always take into account the axial symptoms, but remain aware that "overdiagnosis" of ASD can also have harmful consequences for the child.
Antimicrobial Susceptibility and Resistance Patterns of Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from Mastitic Cows in Hawassa City and Its Suburbs, South Ethiopia
Authors: Abebe Rahmeto , Hatiya Hagere
Published: October 2024

Staphylococcus aureus is the primary cause of mastitis in dairy cattle globally and frequently exhibits multidrug resistance due to excessive antibiotic use on farms. This study aimed to isolate S. aureus from mastitis affected cows and evaluate its antimicrobial susceptibility. A total of 172 milk samples from confirmed mastitic cows were cultured using standard bacteriological methods. Forty-four S. aureus isolates were tested against 11 common antimicrobials using the Kirby–Bauer disk diffusion method. S. aureus was isolated from 51.2% of samples, with significant resistance observed against ampicillin (84.1%), penicillin (81.8%), tetracycline (36.4%), and amoxicillin-clavulanic acid (34.1%). MDR was noted in 43.2% of isolates. In contrast, S. aureus demonstrated complete susceptibility to ceftriaxone and gentamicin (100%), and high susceptibility to streptomycin (88.6%), erythromycin (88.6%), nitrofurantoin (72.7%), and cefotaxime (72.7%). The significant isolation rate of S. aureus and its MDR underscore the urgent need for enhanced veterinary practices and public health strategies. A comprehensive approach that includes improved management, ongoing education for veterinarians and dairy farmers, responsible antimicrobial usage, and regular monitoring of resistance is essential to tackle the escalating threat of antimicrobial resistance in bovine mastitis.
Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Urban Green Spaces and Climatic Vulnerability of Togolese Cities in the Context of Rapid Urbanisation: The Case of Lome and Kara
Authors: Deton Yetondé , Kamou Hodabalo , Atato Abalo , Kombate Bimare , Mabafei Abalo , YOKA Josef , Dourma Marra , Guelly Atsu Kudzo , Batawila Komlan , Akpagana Koffi
Published: October 2024

The cities of Lomé and Kara in Togo are undergoing rapid urbanisation due to strong demographic pressure, leading to a reduction in Urban Green Spaces (UGSs), which are essential for climate regulation and urban well-being. This situation highlights the climatic vulnerability of these areas, making it imperative to reconcile urban development and the preservation of UGSs for urban sustainability. This study contributes to the sustainable conservation of UGSs in Togo. More specifically, it uses Landsat images from 1988_2000_2012_2022 to analyse the spatiotemporal dynamics of UGSs in Lomé and Kara and develops vulnerability models in 2022 and for the 2060 and 2100 horizons based on SSP 2.45 and SSP 5.85 climate scenarios via the multifactorial method. The results revealed a reduction in UGSs in Lomé (from 85.98% in 1988 to 40.78% in 2022) and Kara (from 93.99% to 36.68%), mainly due to urban expansion. Low- and medium-vulnerability zones, often located in UGSs, will likely disappear by 2060 and 2100, accentuating urban climatic vul-nerability. Hence, there is an urgent need to implement conservation policies, create new UGSs, and increase awareness among city dwellers.
Behavioral and Psychosocial Dynamics of Student’s Engagements: The Digital Divide in AI Sport Podcasts
Authors: Galily Yair , Laor Tal , Azran Tal Samuel
Published: October 2024

The digital divide, particularly within the context of Artificial Intelligence (AI) sport podcasts, presents significant behavioral and psychosocial challenges for student engagement. This study examines the disparities in access to and proficiency with Information Communication Technologies (ICT) across different demographic groups, focusing on gender, age, and religious level. The advent of the commercial web has heightened the significance of these divides, as first-level digital divide concerns access to the internet, while the second-level digital divide pertains to the ability to use technology proficiently. Existing literature has consistently highlighted persistent inequalities in these areas, which significantly impact the extent to which students from various backgrounds can engage with AI sport podcasts effectively. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for developing strategies to bridge the gap and ensure equitable access to digital learning resources.
THE The Effect Of Work Stress And Job Insecurity On Turnover Intention With Organizational Commitment As An Intervening At Pt "Xyz"
Authors: Perkasa Mega Dwiguna  , I Ketut R Sudiarditha  , Corry Yohana
Published: October 2024

The role of employees as human resources is very crucial in the continuity of company operations. One of the main focuses in human resource management is employee turnover intention. This phenomenon can disrupt company stability and cause material and immaterial losses. Indonesia, according to data from Michael Page (2022), is ranked second highest in Asia Pacific in terms of employees' intention to resign. This research aims to identify the factors that influence turnover intention among PT "XYZ" employees and examine the influence of work stress and job insecurity on turnover intention with organizational commitment as an intervening variable. This research is quantitative research that uses statistical analysis with the Partial Least Squares (PLS) method. Sampling was carried out based on Isaac and Michael's sampling table, resulting in 127 respondents who were permanent employees of PT "XYZ" with a working period of more than one year. Measurements were carried out using a Likert scale. The analysis shows that work stress has a significant negative influence on organizational commitment and a positive influence on turnover intention. Job insecurity also has a significant negative effect on organizational commitment, but does not have a direct significant effect on turnover intention. Organizational commitment was found to have a significant negative influence on turnover intention. In addition, both job stress and job insecurity influence turnover intention through organizational commitment. Job stress and job insecurity reduce organizational commitment which in turn increases turnover intention. Therefore, it is important for companies to manage work stress and increase employees' sense of security to reduce job turnover intentions and increase employee loyalty to the company.
Factors Influencing Entrepreneurial Innovation
Authors: Cahyani Rany , Saoki Andriyana Ahmad , Wibowo Agus
Published: October 2024

The business competition conditions in Indonesia are increasingly dynamic, influenced by economic growth, globalization and technological developments. Product innovation is important to remain competitive in an increasingly complex market. This research examines the factors that influence student entrepreneurial innovation in Indonesia and their impacts. The method used is Systematic Literature Review (SLR) which identifies, assesses and interprets findings from various literature. The research results show that entrepreneurial orientation and product innovation have a positive and significant influence on MSME performance, with entrepreneurial orientation as the dominant factor. Marketing innovation has been proven to increase competitive advantage. The digital era through technology and social media increases sales and profitability. Entrepreneurship education and extracurricular activities also contribute to increasing creativity and innovative skills. The integration of entrepreneurial elements in business, as shown by the case of AvoEats Restaurant, creates customer loyalty and a positive image, which contributes to improving the financial performance of business actors.
Financial Performance Mediates the Influence Between Good Corporate Governance and Firm Value
Authors: I Gde Andika Ariesta Kiradi  , Ni Gusti Putu Wirawati
Published: October 2024

This research investigates the influence of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) on firm value, with financial performance acting as a mediator, specifically within business entities in the Energy Sector registered on the IDX from 2018 to 2022. The findings reveal that GCG, which is assessed through the board of directors, independent commissioners, and institutional stocks holding, enhances both firm value and financial performance. Furthermore, financial performance, as indicated by Return on Equity (ROE), serves as a mediating factor between GCG and firm value. This research underscores the critical role of robust GCG practices in achieving superior financial performance and increased firm value. The findings are useful for policy makers, practitioners, and stakeholders in optimizing GCG practices in the energy sector.
The Effect of Brand Image and Perceived Quality on Purchase Intention with Brand Trust as Intervening Variable Studies on Marketplace Users
Authors: Sabilla Raihanah  , Osly Usman  , Rahmi
Published: October 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of brand image on purchase intention, the effect of perceived quality on purchase intention, the effect of brand trust on purchase intention, the effect of brand image on brand trust, the effect of perceived quality on brand trust, the effect of brand image on purchase intention with brand trust as intervening variable, the effect of perceived quality on purchase intention with brand trust as intervening variable studies on marketplace users in Jakarta. The survey method with an instrument in the form of a questionnaire is a data collection method used by researchers using non-probability sampling techniques. The sample of this research is 222 respondents who have used Shopee and are citizens of Jakarta aged minimum 17 years. Data analysis used SPSS version 26 and SEM (Structural Equation Model) from AMOS version 26 software to process and analyze research data. The result of this study indicates: 1) brand image has a signigficant effect on purchase intention 2) perceived quality has a significant effect on purchase intention 3) Brand trust doesn’t have significant effect on purchase intenton 4) brand image has a significant effect on brand trust 5) perceived quality has a significant effect on brand trust 6) brand trust as intervening does not able to effect perceived quality to purchase intention 7) brand trust as intervening does not able to effect perceived quality to purchase intention.
The Entrepreneurial Orientation Towards Msme's Performance: Role Of Resource Dimensions
Authors: Muthia Pramesti
Published: October 2024

In this research, the effect of entrepreneurial orientation sub-dimensions on firm performance was discussed. Previous studies had shown that Indonesian MSMEs had problems with resources especially access to finance and managerial skills. This study included the availability of financial resources and flexibility of resources as moderating variables. The study used 149 micro-enterprise owners in the "Tangan Di Atas" (TDA) Community in Indonesia. SEM-PLS on SmartPLS was used as a tool in data analysis. The findings showed that two sub-dimensions, innovativeness, and proactiveness, had a significant positive relationship with firm performance, while resource flexibility moderated the relationship of innovativeness to performance significantly. The risk-taking variable showed a positive relationship with firm performance in the moderation of financial resources.
The The Commercial Value of Guangxi Miao Batik in Douyin Short Video Communication
Authors: Ma Junrui
Published: October 2024

Purpose-This study analyzes the current situation and characteristics of the communication of Guangxi Miao batik on the Chinese social media (Douyin), and explores the commercial value of this Chinese intangible cultural heritage spread on Douyin.
Methodology-This research uses a qualitative research method which collects data by interview method and network observation method. To use the theory of symbolic interaction theory to analyze the current situation and characteristics of Guangxi Miao batik communication on Douyin.
Results-Miao batik has a lot of content and characters that can be developed and shared in Chinese social media (Douyin). Batik culture communication has achieved certain results under social media by the government, the media, and many individuals. However, there are still many problems, such as the lack of application of new media technology, the need to improve and innovate content quality, and the lack of combination of Miao batik communication and market development. To create representative social media works that spread Guangxi Miao batik, we must be good at using new media technology, while improving the quality of communication content and realizing the combination of batik communication and e-commerce.
Practical implications-This study promotes the introduction of batik products to the market as special tourist souvenirs, and integrates them with fashion design, home design, cultural and creative peripherals and other fields. This study puts forward some suggestions to further improve the dissemination of Guangxi Miao batik on Chinese social media (Douyin) and promote the protection and inheritance of batik craftsmanship.
Effectiveness Of Family Mart Advertising Through Instagram With Aida Model (@Familymartid)
Authors: Gusty Mutiara Medina
Published: October 2024

Along with the rapid development of digitalization, it is often used by many parties such as business people, this is very important to facilitate the marketing activities of a business. Technology that is often used in marketing, especially in the field of promotion, is Instagram social media. One of the businesses that use Instagram as a promotional media is “Family Mart”, a modern pilot store with a new retail concept and format, namely Convenience Store. This study aims to determine the level of effectiveness of Family Mart advertising through Instagram Social Media @familymartid with the AIDA Model approach. This research is a type of quantitative research with a survey method through filling out a Google Form questionnaire. The sampling method in this study uses non-probablity sampling, using purposive sampling technique. The analysis techniques used in this research are descriptive analysis, simple tabulation analysis, and average scores. The results of this study found that the Attention dimension seen from the measurement of the criterion score is included in the “Good” category and based on the measurement of the average score of 2.57 including the interval level “Effective”. Interest seen from the measurement of the criteria score is included in the “Good” category and based on the measurement of the average score of 2.55 is included in the “Effective” interval level. Desire seen from the measurement of the criterion score is included in the very good category and based on the measurement of the average score of 2.72 is included in the interval level “Effective”. Action seen from the measurement of the criterion score is included in the very “Good” category and based on the measurement of the average score of 2.64 including the interval level “Effective”. Of the four AIDA dimensions, namely Attention, Interest, Desire, and Action, the results of the measurement of the criterion score are included in the “Good” and the measurement of the average score is included in the “Effective” criteria. Of the four dimensions, the highest effectiveness value is Attention, second Interest, third Desire, and fourth Action.
Work Environment Analyisis at PT Manusia Alam Indonesia
Authors: Sulistiawati Murni , Christian Wiradendi Wolor  , Titis Fatarina Mahfirah
Published: October 2024

The background of this research is based on seeing many phenomena that the workenvironment has an important role for employees to carry out their work. The purpose of this research is to determine the work environment at PT Human Alam Indonesia. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative with data analysis methods using data reduction, data presentation, drawing conclusions and verification. The data collection technique used in this research is a qualitative technique with primary data collection obtained through literature study, previous researchers, internet searching, and interviews. The sample or participant selection technique in this research used non-probability techniques. Based on the analysis that has been carried out from the existing data, it can be concluded that the work environment at PT Manusia Alam Indonesia, both in physical and non-physical forms, has a very important role in its influence on the welfare and performance of employees. The adjustment of employee activities to the work environment plays an important role in achieving optimal productivity and satisfaction in the workplace. A supportive work environment, such as good space design, adequate lighting, and an open atmosphere, can increase employee comfort and motivation.
Analysis Customer Satisfaction Levels on the Sociolla Application
Authors: Hanifah Rahmawati  , Sholikhah Sholikhah , Krissanya Nofriska
Published: October 2024

The development of e-commerce is currently growing rapidly, there are many different types of e-commerce according to increasingly diverse needs, one of which is sociolla is e-commerce with a focus on beauty in Indonesia. In the midst of intense competition, it is important for sociolla to understand the level of customer satisfaction in DKI Jakarta, an area with large market potential. This study aims to determine the level of customer satisfaction on the Sociolla application in DKI Jakarta. This study uses a quantitative approach with a purposive sampling technique. While the data analysis techniques used are descriptive analysis, customer satisfaction index, importance performance analysis, and GAP analysis. The dimensions in this study use the end user computing satisfaction (EUCS) model, namely the dimensions of content, accuracy, format, ease of use, and timeliness. In the results of the study using the descriptive analysis method, the level of importance of several aspects for the Sociolla application is "very important" which is supported by the dimensions of ease of use, timeliness, and content, and at the level of satisfaction with the Sociolla application, customers are already "very satisfied" which is supported by the dimensions of content, ease of use, and accuracy. The results of the customer satisfaction index method showed that customers felt "very satisfied" which was supported by the dimensions of content, and ease of use. In the results of the importance performance analysis method, there are several areas that need to be improved and maintained.
Compilation of Accounting System at Nurul Hikmah Mosque Based on Microsoft Excel
Authors: Oktavian Y Aulia Eka , Pahala Indra , Khairunnisa Hera
Published: October 2024

The preparation of an effective accounting system is needed by organizations in Indonesia in suppressing problems caused by growth and uncertainty experienced so far. The research aims to describe the accounting cycle and compile an accounting system. The research method used is a descriptive method with a qualitative approach and the type of data used is primary data and secondary data. Primary data was obtained through interviews with the management of the Nurul Hikmah Mosque. Secondary data went through the documentation process during field observation at the Nurul Hikmah Mosque. Data analysis is carried out using the Model Framework For The Application of System Thinking (FAST) which can develop information system systems. The result of this research is a prototype or design of a mosque financial report information system based on Microsoft Excel. The results of this research can then be a reference for the development of information systems in compiling Nurul Hikmah Mosque financial reports.
Bir Avarız Akçesi Vakfının Muhasebesi : Kastamonu Kırkçeşme Mahallesi Örneği
Authors: Küçük Levent
Published: October 2024

Osmanlı İmparatorluğu’nda vakıf kurumunun oldukça yaygın bir faaliyet alanı bulunmaktadır. Eğitim, sağlık, kültür faaliyetleri, beledi hizmetler gibi farklı konularda toplumsal beklentiye cevap verecek ölçüde vakıf üniteleri kurulmuştur. Bu kuruluşların hem faaliyetlerini devam ettirmesi hem de sürekliliğinin sağlanması için hali vakti yerinde olanlar kazançlarından bir kısmını bu hayrî müesseselere vakfetmek suretiyle bağışlamışlardır. Bağış yapılan müesseseler medrese, cami, hamam, çeşme gibi toplumun doğrudan faydalandığı üniteler olduğu gibi mahalle ve köy ahalisinin ortak yükümlülüklerini yerine getirme sırasında karşılaşabilecekleri müşkilatların giderilmesi için kurulan yardım sandıkları türünde de olabilmektedir. Bu sandıklardan birisi avarız akçesi sandığıdır. Mahalle ve köy ahalisinin ortak yükümlülüğü için oluşturulan bu sandığa yapılan bağışlar ile ödeme kabiliyeti olmayan kişilerin yararlanması amaçlanmıştır. Bu sandıkların bir başka hizmet alanı ise mahalle ahalisi ve esnafının ekonomik faaliyetleri için bir çeşit kredi kullandırma şeklinde görülür. Bu çalışmada Kastamonu Kırkçeşme Mahallesi avarız akçesi vakfı muhasebe kayıtları incelenmek suretiyle hem vakfın işleyişi hem de ekonomik faaliyet alanı ile ilgili bir sonuç elde edilmesi amaçlanmaktadır.
THE IMPACT OF FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT ON CARBON EMISSIONS: AN ASEAN PERSPECTIVE
Authors: NA Muhammad Firdaus Al Farohi , Muhammad Zaky Nur Fajar  , Muhammad Jamie Rofie Quality
Published: October 2024

The global discourse surrounding the climate crisis has intensified in recent years, leading to various international agendas of global and regional bodies. Notably, ASEAN, characterised by its rapid development, has emerged as a significant contributor to CO2 emissions. Therefore, this study seeks to explore the relationship between financial development and CO2 emissions using the data of nine ASEAN countries from 2000 to 2020. Recognizing the multidimensional nature of financial development, the analysis divides financial development to two distinct indices, FM and FI. This study uses panel data ARDL with the PMG estimation used after testing all the outcomes. The analysis found non-significant effects of financial development on carbon emissions using various estimation techniques. However, separating into FI and FM yields insightful results. While the effect in the short run is unclear, FI increases the carbon emission in the long run by 1.17 percent of each one percent increase, proving that financial institutions in the current state promote an unsustainable effect on the environment. This effect occurs because they drive demand towards energy consumption while also expanding more environmentally harmful sectors. The error correction term signifies that the adverse effect of financial institutions takes approximately six years. These findings underscore the importance of integrating sustainability into development of the financial sector and advancing its maturity by enhancing access to financial institutions and markets to reduce the adverse effect of the climate crisis.
INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC BANKS’ POPULARITY AMIDST THE ASEAN ECONOMIC COMMUNITY: INSIGHTS FROM INDONESIA AND MALAYSIA
Authors: Bawana Tate Agape , Mansor Fadillah , Noordin Kamaruzaman
Published: October 2024

The establishment of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) aimed to achieve regional integration among all ASEAN member states, with particular emphasis on financial integration. Islamic banking is in line with the broader goals of the AEC, as an alternative financial system, helping to build a more resilient and inclusive financial system in the region. Because of this resiliency and inclusiveness, Islamic banks have been encouraged to develop into international banks in the ASEAN region through increasing their assets and earnings. This paper aims to examine the position of International Islamic banks (IIb) in the AEC under its conventional banking services: OCBC Bank from Singapore, Maybank and CIMB Bank from Malaysia. Through the analysis of banking trends, this qualitative study compares the level of popularity of those banks in Indonesia and Malaysia, the two Muslim-majority countries in ASEAN, after the initial establishment of the AEC period in 2016 to 2024. The findings indicated that the most popular Islamic financial services in Malaysia are provided by Maybank, while the most well-known Islamic financial services under IIb in Indonesia are provided by CIMB Bank. This paper provides an overview of the globalisation of IIb in ASEAN and fills a research gap on the development of IIb, particularly within the AEC.
Towards a Greek Proverb Atlas: A Computational Spatial Exploration and Attribution of Greek Proverbs
Authors: Pavlopoulos John , Louridas Panos , Filos Panagiotis
Published: October 2024

Proverbs carry wisdom transferred orally fromgeneration to generation. Based on the placethey were recorded, this study introducesa publicly-available and machine-actionabledataset of more than one hundred thousandGreek proverb variants. By quantifying thespatial distribution of proverbs, we show thatthe most widespread proverbs come from themainland while the least widespread proverbscome primarily from the islands. By focusingon the least dispersed proverbs, we present themost frequent tokens per location and under-take a benchmark in geographical attribution,using text classification and regression (textgeocoding). Our results show that this is a chal-lenging task for which specific locations can beattributed more successfully compared to oth-ers. The potential of our resource and bench-mark is showcased by two novel applications.First, we extracted terms moving the regressionprediction toward the four cardinal directions.Second, we leveraged conformal prediction toattribute 3,676 unregistered proverbs with sta-tistically rigorous predictions of locations eachof these proverbs was possibly registered in.
Effects of Different AI-driven Chatbot Feedback on Learning Outcomes and Brain Activity
Authors: Hu Yi , Yin Jiaqi , Xu Haoxin , Pan Yafeng
Published: October 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI)-driven chatbots provide instant feedback to support learning. Yet, the impacts of different feedback on behavior and brain activation remain underexplored. We investigated how metacognitive, affective, and neutral feedback from an educational chatbot affected learning outcomes and brain activity through functional near-infrared spectroscopy technique. Students receiving metacognitive feedback showed higher transfer scores and metacognitive sensitivity, brain activation in the frontopolar area and middle temporal gyrus than other feedback types. Such activation correlated with metacognitive sensitivity. Students receiving affective feedback showed better retention scores than those receiving neutral feedback and higher activation in the supramarginal gyrus. Students receiving neutral feedback exhibited higher activation in the frontal eye fields and dorsolateral prefrontal cortex than other feedback types. The machine learning model outputs key brain regions that predict transfer scores. These findings underscore the potential of diverse feedback types in enhancing learning via human-chatbot interaction.
PCSK-9 inhibitors improve cardiovascular events after PCI in patients with chronic kidney disease
Authors: xu hao , Li Jian
Published: October 2024

Objective:
To investigate the correlation between Lp(a) levels and the degree of coronary artery stenosis in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) complicated with chronic kidney disease (CKD); evaluate the predictive value of Lp(a) in patients with CAD complicated with CKD; and evaluate the clinical value of PCSK-9 inhibitors in patients with CAD complicated with CKD.
Method:
A total of 494 patients admitted to our hospital for coronary angiography from October 2017 to December 2019 were included in this study. The patients were divided into a CKD group (n = 247) and a non-CKD group (n = 247). The CKD patients were divided into 3 groups according to the glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). The Gensini score was used to evaluate the coronary plaque load. Changes in the blood lipid index and its correlation with the coronary Gensini score were analyzed. CAD patients with CKD who received PCI were further divided into a PCSK-9 inhibitor treatment group and a conventional treatment group to explore the lipid-lowering effect of a PCSK-9 inhibitor on major adverse cardiac events (MACEs)(cardiac death, nonfatal myocardial infarction, heart failure and angina readmissions).
Result:
The levels of TG and Lp(a) in the CKD group were greater than those in the non-CAD combined CKD group (P < 0.05). The HDL-C level in the CAD combined with CKD group was lower than that in the non-CAD combined with CKD group (P < 0.05). However, there were no significant differences in TC or HDL-C levels between the two groups (P > 0.05). Lp(a) was significantly positively correlated with the coronary Gensini score (r = 0.135, P < 0.05), and this correlation was observed only in the moderate renal insufficiency group (r = 0.222, P < 0.05). PCSK-9 inhibitors significantly reduced LDL-D (-30.28% vs. -4.44%, P = 0.000) and Lp(a) levels (-25.22% vs. -10%, P = 0.006) in patients with CKD. In addition, PCSK-9 inhibitors reduced the occurrence of MACEs in patients (HR: 0.27, 95% CI 0.07–0.99; P = 0.013).
Conclusion:
In CAD patients with CKD, the degree of coronary stenosis becomes increasingly severe with increasing Lp(a) levels, and the Lp(a) level can be used as a predictor of the degree of coronary stenosis in CAD patients with CKD. PCSK-9 inhibitors reduce the incidence of cardiovascular events in patients with CKD.
Artificial light at night and temperature as combined stressors on the development, life-history, and mating behaviour of the Pacific field cricket, Teleogryllus oceanicus
Authors: McNamara Kathryn , Fitzgerald Nicholas , Kim Zion , Rutkowski Nicola-Anne , Jones Theresa
Published: October 2024

Unprecedented rates of urbanisation cause detrimental impacts on the natural environment. Two of the most prominent and ubiquitous urban stressors are artificial light at night (ALAN) and the urban heat island (UHI) effect. Individually, these two stressors have a wide array of effects on physiological, behavioural, and life-history traits of organisms. However, stressors rarely work in isolation, and the potential interactions of ALAN and elevated temperatures on organismal life-history traits, particularly with respect to sexual signalling and reproduction, are not well understood. Here, in a fully factorial design, we manipulated intensities of ALAN exposure (simulating urban light pollution) and/or developmental rearing temperatures (simulating UHI effects) to explore the consequences for juvenile development, survival, sexual signalling, and mating behaviour of the Pacific field cricket, Teleogryllus oceanicus. Our data revealed significant effects of temperature on key life-history traits. Crickets reared under elevated temperatures had higher mortality; reduced adult longevity, altered sexual signalling and male attractiveness. In isolation, ALAN had very limited impacts, reducing male juvenile development time. Similarly, both stressors acting in concert also had little impact; ALAN reduced female developmental duration when reared at control temperatures, but not elevated temperatures. These data suggest very limited effects of combined stressors in this species, while elevated temperatures, consistent with urban heat island effects, had equivocal effects on life-history traits, reducing survival, but potentially increasing male fitness. Our data highlight the complexity of urban stressors on wildlife behaviour and fitness. Understanding these processes is essential as both ALAN and temperature are predicted to intensify.
A spontaneous anterior fusion of lumbar spine after posterolateral lumbar fusion with pedicle screw-plate system
Authors: Kraiwattanapong Chaiwat , Chandrsawang Issara , Keorochana Gun , Rajinda Panupol , Chanplakorn Pongsthorn , Leelapattana Pittavat , Udomsubpayakul Umaporn , Lertudomphonwanit Thamrong
Published: October 2024

Background
Lumbar posterolateral fusion (PLF) with Pedicle Screw-Plate (PSP) fixation without interbody fusion found spontaneous anterior fusion (SAF). No study has reported the SAF of lumbar spine in patients who underwent PLF. This study reports the rate of SAF of lumbar spine after PLF with PSP system compared with the rate of SAF after PLF with pedicle screw-rod (PSR) system.
Methods
Retrospective reviews of charts and radiographs were performed in 111 patients who underwent PLF with PSP system and PSR system for treatment of degenerative lumbar spine. Demographic data, diagnosis, Myerding grading, level of fusion, Pfirmann grading, disc height, pedicle screw depth, follow up time and SAF were compared between PSP and PSR groups.
Results
Fifty-five patients in the PSP group and 56 patients in the PSR group were included with similar baseline characteristics. There were more degenerative spondylolisthesis patients in the PSP group compared with patients in the PSR group. However, there was no significant difference of Pfirmann grading in both groups. Fifteen patients (27.3%) in the PSP group developed SAF while no patient in the PSR group had SAF. When patients in the PSP group were analyzed, the mean follow-up time in patients with SAF was significantly longer than the no SAF group.
Conclusion
This study has reported SAF of lumbar spine in patients who underwent PLF with the PSP system. The SAF increasingly occurred with longer follow-up time. In this study, no SAF was found in patients who underwent PLF with the PSR system.