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Scenario based Risk Assessment Study on End of Life Electric Vehicle Battery Waste Disposal: An Environmental Perspective
Authors: mishra preeti , Apte sayali , dhok vaishnavi
Published: January 2024

The overall growth in electrical vehicle production and manufacturing sector has led to continuous increase in volume of electric vehicles on road. Once the batteries used in these vehicles i.e., Lithium-ion batteries reaches its end of life, then arises the question of their disposal. Currently, only 5 percentage of total End of Life (EOL) Lithium ion Batteries (LiB) are recycled using proper reuse /disposal methods and remaining quantum of waste is either exported, recycled illegally or incinerated or landfilled. The present research work focuses on assessing the risk associated with End-of-life (EOL) LiB waste flows and its fate. The study involves a detailed cause -consequence analysis for understanding the various factors leading to undesirable events and therefore undesirable impact on human and environment. A detailed impact assessment is performed using network and matrix method. The quantitative analysis is performed using the responses received from 112 number of respondents to a detailed questionnaire survey prepared using the impact assessment and preliminary analysis. The outcome of the questionnaire survey is also compared with existing literature. Scenario-based risk assessment is performed wherein the effect of different scenarios considering weather condition, soil condition, site selected for LiB disposal, soil type, ground water table are considered. Based on the values of risk parameters achieved, the overall risk associated with disposal of EOL LiBs is quantified through a risk matrix. The results obtained from the study can be used to addresses and mitigate the environmental and human health impact of EOL LiB waste disposal.
A predictive nomogram for assessing the likelihood of consciousness disturbances in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Authors: Qin Shixiang , Lei Wenqian , Cui Yan , Chen Lijuan , Ye Yongqin
Published: January 2024

Objective In an effort to establish a reference framework for the prevention and treatment of disorders of consciousness (DOC) in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), we aimed to create and validate a nomogram prediction model for the risk of developing DOC in this specific population.
Methods Two hundred and twenty patients who were hospitalized and discharged in the Lu'an People's Hospital from January 2016 to August 2023 were retrospectively analyzed. 154 patients were randomly selected according to the 7:3 ratio to establish the model, and the remaining 66 cases were internally validated. Referring to the definition of DOC in the guidelines issued by the American Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine, they were divided into COPD group and COPD + DOC group, and logistic regression was used to analyze the factors influencing COPD combined with DOC. Following this, a nomogram model was developed using R to predict the likelihood of DOC within this specific population. The model's predictive performance was then evaluated, including the assessment of the area under the curve (AUC) of the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) and decision curve analysis (DCA). Additionally, the model was internally validated using the Bootstrap resampling method with 1000 iterations.
Results The results of multifactorial analysis showed PaCO2, HCT, Smoking index≥400, Hospital acute exacerbation≥2/year, and Hypertension as the influencing factors of COPD + DOC. The nomogram created by the above influencing factors showed good performance in both the training set (AUC of 0.890) and the validation set (AUC of 0.873), in addition the calibration curves represented a good calibration of the model.
Conclusion The nomogram prediction model built based on the above mentioned influencing factors of COPD combined with DOC has good performance and provides a reference for the prevention and control of DOC in COPD patients who are at high risk of DOC.
Comparison of arterial versus venous phases enhancement in radiation therapy planning for patients with pancreatic cancer: the PANCRINJ study
Authors: Zaidi Fabien , Calame Paul , Chevalier Cédric , Henriques Julie , Vernerey Dewi , Vuitton Lucine , Heyd Bruno , Borg Christophe , Boustani Jihane
Published: January 2024

Background:The planification of radiation therapy (RT) for pancreatic cancer (PC) requires a dosimetric computed tomography (CT) scan to define the gross tumor volume (GTV). The main objective of this study was to compare the inter-observer variability in RT planning between the arterial and the venous phases following intravenous contrast.
Methods: PANCRINJ was a prospective monocentric study that included twenty patients with non-metastatic PC. Patients underwent a pre-therapeutic CT scan at the arterial and venous phases. The delineation of the GTV was performed by one radiologist (gold standard) and two senior radiation oncologists (operators). The primary objective was to compare the Jaccard conformity index (JCI) for the GTVs computed between the gs and the operators between the arterial and the venous phases with a Wilcoxon signed rank test for paired samples. The secondary endpoints were the geographical miss index (GMI), the kappa index, the intra-operator variability, and the dose-volume histograms between the arterial and venous phases.
Results:The median JCI for the arterial and venous phases were 0.50 (range, 0.17-0.64) and 0.41 (range, 0.23-0.61) (p=0.10) respectively. The median gsGTV was statistically significantly smaller compared to the operators at the arterial (p<0.0001) and venous phases (p<0.001), respectively. The GMI were low with few tumors missed for all patients with a median GMI of 0.07 (range, 0-0.79) and 0.05 (range, 0-0.39) at the arterial and venous phases, respectively (p=0.15). There was a moderate agreement between the radiation oncologists with a median kappa index of 0.52 (range 0.38-0.57) on the arterial phase, and 0.52 (range 0.36-0.57) on the venous phase (p=0.08). The intra-observer variability for GTV delineation was lower at the venous phase than at the arterial phase for the two operators. There was no significant difference between the arterial and the venous phases regarding the dose-volume histogram for the operators.
Conclusions: Our results showed inter- and intra-observer variability in delineating GTV for PC without significant differences between the arterial and the venous phases. The use of both phases should be encouraged. Our findings suggest the need to provide training for radiation oncologists in pancreatic imaging and to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
Evaluation of glycine betaine and methanol on maize (Zea mays L.) yield and nutritive value in different planting date
Authors: Ramezani Mehdi , Paknejad Farzad , Ardakani Mohammad Reza , Habibi Davoud , Ilkaee Mohammad Nabi
Published: January 2024

Appropriate planting date is one of the important factors in determining the yield potential of crops, and the use of methanol and glycine betaine increased plant growth, especially in delayed cultivation. For this purpose, a factorial research was carried out in the form of a completely randomized block design with three replications in Mazandaran, Iran, on maize as a second planting after rice harvest. Treatments included glycine betaine at three levels [0 (control), 1, and 2 ppm], methanol at three levels of [0 (control), 10, and 20% v/v], and three planting dates: [August 6, 16, 27]. The results illustrated that the application of methanol and glycine, also increasing the concentration of methanol (20% v/v) and glycine concentration (2 ppm), improved the yield and forage quality of maize. The delay in maize cultivation (August 27) decreased yield and forage quality of maize. The best planting date for corn cultivation was August 6. Foliar spraying of methanol and glycine reduced the negative effects of delayed planting date compared to the control. Methanol 20% v/v + glycine betaine 2 ppm on planting date of August 6 raised dry matter yield (655%), WSC (190.75%), DMD (21%), ADF (50.32%) and NDF (39%) compared to the control of methanol and glycine in August 27. Overall, in order to achieve maximum yield and forage quality of maize, foliar spraying of methanol 20% v/v along with glycine 2 ppm on August 6 planting date is recommended.
Localization in a wireless sensor network with a geometric approach of Trilateration and mathematical modeling of sine and cosine functions
Authors: Ghadami Raheleh
Published: January 2024

Wireless sensor network (WSN) has several applications in agriculture, military, rescue, and environmental applications. In a WSN, a large number of sensor nodes are scattered in an operating environment and gather environmental information. The data collected by the WSN is sent to an application in the cloud computing layer or base station for analysis. Gathering information without having their localization and position is not of high value, and accurate localization and position determination of sensor nodes are required in various applications. One method for localization is to use a Global Positioning System (GPS) and install it on all sensor nodes. localization with GPS costs a lot, and on the other hand, this method consumes a lot of energy for localization. DV-Hop technique is a practical method for positioning by reducing the positioning cost. The challenge of the DV-Hop approach for localization is the significant error in locating sensor nodes without a GPS. In this article, a practical localization method is presented by combining the DV-Hop method and the geometric localization method of three references. In this study, the sensor nodes first estimate their distance from the three guide nodes with the step measurement algorithm and then locate them using the Trilateration method. In the proposed approach, the sine and cosine optimization algorithm (SCA) are applied to minimize the positioning error. The evaluations illustrate that the localization error of the suggested approach is lower than the DV-Hop approach. The proposed positioning algorithm has less positioning error than the whale optimization algorithm (WOA), the Harris Hawk Optimization (HHO) algorithm, and the Jellyfish Search optimizer (JSO). The evaluations show that the proposed method of advanced localization methods based on steps such as GSDV-Hop and MGDV-Hop has fewer errors in localization.
The Role of TNFα- and IFNγ-induced PANoptosis in Renal Vascular Endothelial Cells: Implications for OMDT
Authors: Xie Haibo , Liang Bo , Zhu Qixing , Wang Lin , Li Hui , Qin Zhuohui , Zhang Jiaxiang , Liu Zhibing , Wu Yonggui
Published: January 2024

This study mainly investigated the mechanism underlying the joint effects of TNFα and IFNγ on renal injury and preliminarily elucidated the influence of the combination of these two agents on the efficacy of recombinant human tumor necrosis factor-α receptor II fusion protein (rh TNFR:Fc) in the treatment of occupational medicamentose-like dermatitis due to trichloroethylene (TCE) (OMDT) patients. The level of peripheral TNFα and IFNγ of OMDT patients were measured to analyze their joint effects on renal function and vascular endothelial cells (ECs) injury. In vivo and in vitro studies were used to investigate the mechanism of TNFα- and IFNγ-induced ECs PANoptosis. Results showed that the combination of TNFα and IFNγ was significantly associated with kidney function and renal ECs injury. TCE-sensitized positive mice had elevated PANoptosis-related markers in renal ECs, and the injection of a TNFα and IFNγ neutralizing antibody significantly inhibited PANoptosis. In vitro studies revealed that TNFα- and IFNγ-induced ECs PANoptosis could be reversed by silencing interferon regulatory factor 1 (IRF1). In conclusion, peripheral TNFα and IFNγ levels were associated with kidney function. PANoptosis can be induced by the combination of TNFα and IFNγ, IRF1 was the master protein that regulates the assembly of the PANoptosome.
The Periodic Table and The Learning of Chemistry: Possibilities of Integrating Robotics and Concept-Based Approaches in Teaching
Authors: MHLONGO THABO , Sedumedi Thomas Dipogiso
Published: January 2024

In this study, the authors investigate the potential of integrating robotics technology and concept-based teaching approaches to enhance the learning of abstract Chemistry concepts, focusing on the periodic table as both subject matter and tool. Utilizing a quasi-experimental design, the research employs descriptive quantitative and qualitative methods for data collection, including pre- and post-test experimental designs. Results suggest that combining robotics with concept-based teaching improves learners' deep understanding of chemistry concepts. The study highlights the promising benefits of integrating robotics technology and a concept-based approach for teaching chemistry, emphasizing the need for further research in this area.
Discovery of Cytotoxic Truncated Vitamin D Derivatives Against Both Bortezomib‐Sensitive and Resistant Multiple Myeloma Phenotypes
Authors: Radwan Mohamed O. , Sakai Sewa , Hassan Alaa N. , Uesugi Momoko , Sakamoto Masaharu ,   Tsugumasa Toma1, Abourehab Mohammed A. S. , Badran Mostafa M. , Tateishi Hiroshi , Nishimura Nao , Otsuka Masami , Fujita Mikako
Published: January 2024

Multiple myeloma (MM) is an incurable hematological malignancy with increasing incidence and mortality rates with a worldwide incidence of 160,000 cases per year. The current approved treatments including bortezomib have serious side effects and ultimately develop resistance. Inadequate vitamin D (VD) levels are frequent in MM patients and its supplementation has an antiproliferative effect on different MM phenotypes. However, the risk of hypercalcemia restricts VD application in cancer therapy, hence we pursued truncated VD analogues with anticancer effect accompanied with no calcemic activity. Previously, we have revealed a truncated VD2 C/D rings derivative against cervical cancer, lung cancer and MM. Herein, we generate its SAR study by introducing more derivatives and testing then against different MM cells including bortezomib sensitive and resistant phenotypes. Compound VDF4 exhibited remarkable toxicity against all tested cells with less effect on normal blood cells reflecting its potential high selectivity. VDF-4 IC50 value against KMS-12-PE, KMS-11, and KMS-11/BTZ is 19.1±1.0, 19.8±2.5, and 23.3±1.9 respectively. Notably, KMS-11/BTZ was not sensitive to VD2. Furthermore, it demonstrated moderate activity against other leukemic cells including Jurkat and M8166 cells. Although its mechanism of action is not fully understood, VDF-4 stands out as a promising lead compound that warrants further investigations.
NELL-1 is a novel target antigen in Chinese LMN patients
Authors: Rao Qingqing , Cheng Yuan , Yue Shuling , Song Haiying , Li Wangyang , Qi Dongli , Chen Jia , Guan Mijie , Cao Tao , Wei Zhe , Wan Qijun
Published: January 2024

Introduction:
Neural Epidermal Growth Factor Like 1 (NELL-1) has been found in some secondary membranous nephropathy (sMN) patients. The aim of this study is to describe the clinical and pathological features of Chinese patients with NELL-1-associated sMN.
Methods
We conducted a cohort study at two Chinese medical centers and 101 sMN patients were enrolled. Our study re-stained immunofluorescent(IF) PLA2R, THSD7A, and NELL-1 podocyte antigens in their kidney tissue paraffin samples. The clinicopathological features of NELL-1 associated sMN in our cohort were described and analyzed in detail.
Result
14 (13.8%) were PLA2R-MN, 5 (4.9%) were NELL-1-MN, and 82 (81.8%) tested negative for all 3 target antigens, with no cases of THSD7A-related MN found in this sMN cohort. Notably, all 5 patients with NELL1-related MN had a history of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and 4 of them exhibited renal biopsy pathology consistent with lupus IV + V membranous nephropathy (LMN). 80% of patients with NELL-1 associated sMN were female, with a median age of 41 years. During the follow-up period, two NELL-1 LMN with baseline renal function in CKD4 entered ESRD within 1 year. Combined with the data from Anzhen Hospital NELL-1 MN study we supposed that NELL-1 might be the second most prevalent target antigen for membranous nephropathy in Chinese patients.
Conclusion
NELL-1 maybe a novel target antigen in Chinese LMN patients. Young female LMN patients suggested to be screened for the target antigen of NELL1,which may facilitating early diagnosis and efficacy monitoring of sMN.
Enhancing Capacitor Performance for High-Field MRI Systems: A Comprehensive Analysis and Advanced Modeling Approach
Authors: JEBRI Zaineb , ALI Mahfoudh TALEB , BORD-MAJEK Isabelle , OUSTEN Yves
Published: January 2024

This review delves into the constructional and electrical analysis of adjustable capacitors crucial for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) applications. Through meticulous examination of Alumina and PTFE trimmers, we assess their mechanical principles, dimensional characteristics, and material compositions. Employing advanced techniques such as X-ray inspection, microsection analysis, and chemical analysis with SEM and EDX, we unravel the intricate details of these essential components. Subsequently, electrical simulations utilizing finite-element methods are conducted to model the capacitors, providing a comprehensive understanding of their performance characteristics. The study seamlessly integrates numerical simulations with experimental measurements, revealing insights into the limitations of existing trimmers for new-generation MRI systems. The observed disparities in breakdown voltage, resonance frequency, and capacitance values underscore the necessity of developing a new trimmer to meet the evolving demands of modern MRI technology.
Simulation and Identification of Multiscale Falling Morphology of Fresh Tea Leaves at Different Transport Speeds Based on Discrete Element Method
Authors: Zhang Xu , Zhu Xinyu , Wang Rongyang
Published: January 2024

To explore the falling morphology of multiscale fresh tea leaves at different speeds, this study evaluated the multiscale fresh tea leaves (one bud with two leaves, one bud with one leaf, single leaf, and damaged leaf) at different heights (0.7 m, 0.5 m, 0.3 m, and 0.1 m from the ground) during the process of dropping on the conveyor belt at different speeds (0.6 m/s and 1.2 m/s). The motion morphology of fresh tea leaves on multiple scales was analyzed by discrete element simulation, the results showed that the movement patterns of multiscale fresh tea leaves at different positions from the ground were different when the conveyor was dropping at different speeds, and that the multiscale fresh tea leaves all rotated around the long axis, short axis, and root of the fresh tea leaves. When the conveying speed of the conveyor belt was 0.6 m/s, the movement patterns of one bud with two leaves and of one bud with one leaf of fresh tea were near the ground, and the movement patterns of the fresh tea leaves were mostly oriented toward the ground. The leaf tips of the fresh tea leaves were mostly on the side near the ground, the damaged leaves were near the ground, and the movement patterns of the fresh tea leaves were mostly parallel to the ground. When the conveyor belt throwing speed was 1.2 m/s, the roots of one bud with two leaves moved toward the ground when they were close to the ground. When one bud with one leaf was close to the ground, the leaf tip moved toward the ground, and the single leaf and damaged leaf rotated around the root because of the inertia of the conveyor belt throwing.
]	What is the origin of the national economy’s environmental footprint and is the carbon tax legal?
Authors:   Irkutsk State University, Silow Eugene , Rudykh Alexey ,   Irkutsk State University
Published: January 2024

The study describes the history of the industrial development of modern civilization from the beginning of the 19th to the end of the 20th centuries using summarized statistical data on coal and iron ore mining and iron and steel production. References to materials published by countries, independent researchers, international institutions, and companies over the two-hundred-year period of observation are provided. It was established that the most technologically developed countries such as the USA, Germany, Great Britain, France, Imperial Russia and the USSR, Belgium and Japan produced more iron and steel and consumed more coal. This development has increased the level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, and the carbon tax demand is largely unjustified in many countries.
A study of biodiversity of Baikal sponges Lubomirskiidae in areas under different anthropogenic loads
Authors:   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch, RAS, Itskovich Valeria , Bukshuk Natalia ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch, RAS, Sokolova Agniya ,   Koltzov Institute of Developmental Biology, RAS, Chebunina Nadezhda ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch, RAS, Karmadanova Aleksandra ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch, RAS, Glyzina Olga ,   Limnological Institute, Siberian Branch, RAS
Published: January 2024

The study analyzed the species composition of endemic Baikal sponges Lubomirskiidae in three areas of Lake Baikal. Listvyanka is a place with an increased anthropogenic load, while Bolshiye Koty (Varnachka pad) and Chernaya pad are less affected by the anthropogenic load and can be used as a background for comparison. A total of 168 samples of sponges Lubomirskiidae were collected, analyzed and divided into ten species. Frequently encountered species were: in Listvyanka – Lubomirskia baikalensis, Baikalospongia bacillifera, Baikalospongia intermedia; in Bolshie Koty – Baikalospongia intermedia, Lubomirskia incrustans, Lubomirskia baikalensis; in Chernaya village – Lubomirskia baikalensis, Swartschewskia papyracea, Baikalospongia recta. Similar data on the sponge species diversity in the three areas were demonstrated. 17 % of samples were not identified based on their morphology. The presence of samples with intermediate morphological characteristics indicates the incomplete species divergence within Lubomirskiidae, which is confirmed by the molecular methods. The results suggest that the mass disease of Baikal sponges is associated with climate changes rather than the anthropogenic factor.
Fire risk forecasting for preschool and educational institutions
Authors:   Chuvash State University named after I.N. Ulyanov, Guschin Igor , Nikitin Kirill ,   Chuvash State University named after I.N. Ulyanov, Tsyganov Oleg ,   Chuvash State University named after I.N. Ulyanov
Published: January 2024

Using the statistical data on fires in Russia, the study concludes that it is necessary to assess fire risks for preschool and educational institutions. The factors influencing the occurrence of fires are considered. Tools and resources for predicting fire risks are described. The methodology of assessing fire risks for preschool and educational institutions is analyzed. A fire risk for the facility under study is caluclated. The calculation is based on the method of constructing “bounce” trees, successfully used in the graph theory. The key event is a fire, the risk of which is etermined. The logic elements “and”, “or” and “inverter” are used in the construction. The block diagram has several levels - from the key to the simplest failures. The advantage of this scheme is described. In addition to the main fire risk for the facility, the professional risk is caluclated. Taking into account the result, measures aimed to ensure fire safety at these facilities are suggested. The article concludes that it is necessary to use the fire risk assessment method.
Fundamentals of the landscape diversity conservation strategy in the regional environmental policy
Authors:   Institute of Water and Environmental Problems, Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Mirzekhanova Zoya , Klimina Elena ,   Institute of Water and Environmental Problems, Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: January 2024

The need to preserve natural systems is determined by the adaptive demand for ecosystem services in a worsening geo-ecological situation. These services are provided by natural systems preserved in a natural or close to natural state. The quality of services depends on the diversity of the environment, including the landscape diversity (LD). The study aims to develop principles the natural resources conservation strategy relies on in developing the regional environmental policy (REP). The article shows that some of the principles are based on the landscape approach, and some of them - on the conditions and requirements for the application of parameters and criteria for assessing human resource management. The principles were considered using the example of Northern Sikhote-Alin in Khabarovsk region. The landscape-ecological zoning was based on the landscape approach. Geosystems of high regional environment-forming significance were identified to adjust the goals and objectives of strategic territory planning. It is more appropriate to reflect the effectiveness of measures intended to preserve human resources in regional program-target documents, tracking spatial development indicators recorded in the regional economic policy of a territory.
Vector control system for autonomous electric drive
Authors: Murtazin T. E. , Shevchenko A. A. , Titov V. G.
Published: January 2024

The study and development of autonomous electric drive systems are relevant, since currently such systems are widespread especially in the marine and river fleet industries. A simulation model of an autonomous frequency-controlled synchronous electric drive with vector control and active power circuit of an electric motor has been proposed. Simulation results have been presented. The improvement of the control system is aimed at increasing the efficiency and reliability of autonomous electric drives. The implementation of the active power circuit allows one to effectively limit the power consumed from the generator, protecting it from surges that lead to the shutdown of the diesel generator set. The regulation of the active power on the shaft is more appropriate for electric propeller drives than the regulation of the shaft rotation speed. The creation of a unified control system for an autonomous electric drive makes it possible to take into account the mutual influence of parameters of the diesel generator set and the electric motor, including more efficient regulation of the voltage and frequency of the generator in order to maintain the quality of electricity produced at an acceptable level. The integration into a single system will further integrate neural networks as adaptive neural network regulators and Virtual Assistant systems. Modern simulation software makes it possible at the design stage to evaluate the quality of transient processes of currents, speed and torque of the electric motor, as well as the quality of energy parameters of the power supply system. Based on the results obtained, it is possible to form requirements for synchronous machines, for semiconductor elements of the power part and converters. The simulation results confirm the correctness of the adjustment of the control circuits and allow us to talk about the suitability of the developed model for engineering calculations.
Analisis Kesuksesan Aplikasi M-Paspor di Kota Batam dengan Menggunakan Model Delone dan Mclean
Authors: Liang Suwarno , Siahaan Mangapul , Jocelyn Jocelyn
Published: January 2024

M-Paspor is a new version of the APAPO application launched at the end of 2021. Since the launch of the M-Paspor application, Indonesian citizens have been directed to submit passport queue applications through the M-Paspor. Batam City is a city that is on international shipping routes and borders directly with Singapore and Malaysia. With these advantages, many Indonesian citizens travel through the City of Batam, causing passport applications in the City of Batam to increase. This research aims to analyze the success of the M-Passport application in the City of Batam using the DeLone and McLean model. The method used in this research is a mixed method of qualitative and quantitative, with 30 qualitative data and 500 quantitative data collected. This research utilizes SPSS and AMOS technology to test validity, reliability, SEM, descriptive statistics, and R Square. The results obtained from this research show that all dependent variables have a positive effect on the independent variables with R Square values obtained as much as 61.3%, 58.9%, and 61.9%. By conducting this research, it is hoped that it can help M-Paspor application developers and the TPI Batam Class I Immigration Office to pay more attention to the quality of information, systems, and services from M-Paspor to improve increase public user satisfaction in public services.
Penerapan Metode Service Quality (SERVQUAL) dan Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) untuk Menentukan Pengambilan Keputusan terhadap Kepuasan Pelanggan (Studi Kasus: Restoran Ayam Geprek)
Authors: Sandiwarno Sulis
Published: January 2024

Perkembangan usaha kuliner di Jakarta bisa dibilang mengalami perkembangan yang cukup pesat. Setiap bulannya selalu ada resto baru maupun tempat makan baru seperti pedagang kaki lima maupun kafe. Untuk menghadapi persaingan tersebut, perlu adanya suatu ulasan kepada para pelaku Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah (UMKM) agar dapat melakukan peningkatan dan perbaikan dalam pelayanannya. Pada penelitian terdahulu, telah dilakukan analisis terhadap kepuasan pelanggan menggunakan metode Simple Additive Weighting (SAW). SAW merupakan suatu metode penjumlahan terbobot yang dikenal secara luas untuk pengambilan keputusan. Akan tetapi, metode tersebut memiliki masalah seperti kurangnya akurasi data. Untuk mengatasi permasalahan tersebut dalam penelitian ini kami ingin menggunakan metode Servqual secara bersama di metode SAW. Tahapan dari usulan penelitian yang kami lakukan adalah melakukan pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner yang disebar lalu dianalisis menggunakan metode Servqual dan SAW. Berdasarkan uji coba sistem yang dilakukan pada 5 cabang restoran ayam geprek Sultan, didapatkan hasil bahwa pemilik harus memperbaiki dimensi Responsiveness dengan nilai gap sebesar 0.105, nilai ini lebih rendah dibandingkan dimensi yang lain. Sedangkan cabang Semper ini memiliki prioritas terbesar untuk dilakukan perbaikan dibandingkan dengan 4 cabang lainnya dengan nilai akhir 0.6237. Dengan hasil yang didapatkan tersebut, diharapkan pemilik restoran dapat memberikan perbaikan pelayanannya.
Does managerial ability matter in corporate sustainability-related dynamics? An empirical investigation
Authors: Pasko Oleh , Zhang Li , Markwei Martey Edward , Kuts Tetyana , Baka Joshua Linus
Published: January 2024

This study aims to assess the intricate interplays between managerial ability, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and firm value, focusing on 3,498 company-year observations sourced from the RANKINS CSR RATINGS and China Stock Market & Accounting Research (CSMAR) databases representing China’s Shanghai and Shenzhen A-share listed companies from 2009 to 2018. Employing a rigorous sample selection process and utilizing data from reliable databases, the research employs a comprehensive methodology to explore the intricate corporate sustainability-related dynamics influencing organizational success and societal impact.The findings reveal a compelling negative correlation between managerial ability and CSR performance, corroborating previous research and suggesting potential challenges in reconciling managerial competence with social responsibility priorities. Furthermore, this paper establishes a negative correlation between CSR and firm value, with managerial ability influencing the magnitude of this impact, underscoring the significance of managerial skills in moderating the relationship between CSR initiatives and overall corporate performance. Moreover, the study uncovers a robust positive correlation between managerial ability and firm value, emphasizing the pivotal role of adept leadership in achieving higher corporate valuation. It provides valuable insights for practitioners, policymakers, and scholars, creating a conducive environment for well-informed decision-making. In the ever-changing corporate landscape, a deep understanding of these interconnections is essential to nurture business practices that are both sustainable and value-oriented.
AcknowledgmentThis paper is co-funded by the European Union through the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) within the project “Embracing EU corporate social responsibility: challenges and opportunities of business-society bonds transformation in Ukraine” – 101094100 — EECORE – ERASMUS-JMO-2022-HEI-TCH-RSCH-UA-IBA/ERASMUS-JMO-2022-HEI-TCHRSCH https://eecore.snau.edu.ua/Oleh PASKO expresses sincere gratitude for the support from the Kirkland Research Program, generously provided by the Leaders of Change Foundation established by the Polish-American Freedom Foundation.
Women’s Political Representation in Feminist Perspectives: Case Study in the Bone Regency People's Representative Council
Authors: Kamal Helmi , Agustan Agustan , Darwis Muh. , Fitriah Nur Adila
Published: January 2024

Women and politics are inseparable but intertwined. This study aims to explore the concept and implementation of women's political representation in Bone Regency by using qualitative methods through interviews with DPRD members, institutions, and the community. Although women's participation in political parties has met the 30% quota according to the KPU, women's representation in the Regional Representative Council (DPRD) of Bone Regency is only 4 out of 45 elected members (2019-2024). The analysis shows that the implementation of women's political representation has not been maximized, influenced by structural, cultural, religious stigma, and economic factors. Local regulations do not fully reflect women's needs and rights. Proposed solutions include political education, broad access for women, increasing awareness and confidence, and building political and social networks. This research shows that a concerted effort is needed from relevant parties to improve structures, overcome cultural and religious stigma, and create economic conditions that support women in actively participating in politics.
Zaini Dahlan’s Feminism Ideology in Quranic Translation
Authors: Lail Moh Jamalul , Sya'roni Mokh , Muhammad Hasyim
Published: January 2024

In 1997, the Islamic University of Indonesia (UII) Yogyakarta published Qur’an Karim dan Terjemahan Artinya (QKTA). This translation significantly differs from the official version of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia and contemporary translations. Emerging during Indonesia's transition from the New Order to Reformation, QKTA played an important role, which motivates this study using Teun A. van Dijk's critical discourse analysis. This research investigates QKTA's position amidst the growing feminist discourse in Indonesia. This article specifically examines its impact on the verses translated: QS. al-Baqarah [2]: 228, QS. al-Nisā' [4]: 1, and 34, and QS. al-Nabā' [78]: 33. These verses were chosen because feminist interpreters often criticize them for their patriarchal perspective. These verses show QKTA's partiality to the feminist point of view. The findings of this article state that the social context and cognition of the translator influence the translation.  This can be seen from the translations that apply a lot of linguistic rhetoric, such as majāz, kināyah, and euphemism.
A New Proof of the Expansion of Iterated Ito Stochastic Integrals with Respect to the Components of a Multidimensional Wiener Process Based on Generalized Multiple Fourier Series and Hermite Polynomials
Authors:   Peter the Great Saint-Petersburg Polytechnic University, Kuznetsov Dmitriy Feliksovich
Published: January 2024

The article is devoted to a new proof of the expansion for iterated Ito stochastic integrals with respect to the components of a multidimensional Wiener process. The above expansion is based on Hermite polynomials and generalized multiple Fourier series in arbitrary complete orthonormal systems of functions in a Hilbert space. In 2006, the author obtained a similar expansion, but with a lesser degree of generality, namely, for the case of continuous or piecewise continuous complete orthonornal systems of functions in a Hilbert space. In this article, the author generalizes the expansion of iterated Ito stochastic integrals obtained by him in 2006 to the case of an arbitrary complete orthonormal systems of functions in a Hilbert space using a new approach based on the Ito formula. The obtained expansion of iterated Ito stochastic integrals is useful for constructing of high-order strong numerical methods for systems of Ito stochastic differential equations with multidimensional non-commutative noise.
A SPANISH CONCEPTION OF THE PHENOMENOLOGY OF EXISTENCE
Authors:   National University of Distance Education (UNED-Madrid), LÓPEZ SAENZ MARIA CARMEN
Published: January 2024

The “phenomenology of existence” is one of the contemporary currents of philosophy which have developed taking existence as its central concern. The purpose of this article is to present my conception of this fundamental field of phenomenological research. In order to do this, I will analyze phenomenology of existence in the double sense of the genitive or better as a bidirectional phenomenological- existential movement; that is to say, on the one hand, I will explore the sense and scope of phenomenology for existence and, on the other hand, the meaning of existence for the phenomenological existential movement. With the aim of describing this twofold dynamics, I will begin by clarifying certain concepts of the Husserlian method that have frequently either been ignored or misinterpreted and, therefore, have impeded us from understanding the meaning of what the founder of phenomenology called “personal existence.” After this elucidation that takes place at the static level of phenomenology, I will apply some key concepts of genetic phenomenology to existence in order to develop my own account of the existential phenomenology. Given that Maurice Merleau-Ponty (1908–1961) was a pioneer in the study of the most representative Husserlian texts dealing with the major issues of genetic phenomenology–such as time, space, lived body, intersubjectivity and lifeworld—, I will draw from his philosophy to open a dialogue with María Zambrano (1904–1991), as an example of the possibilities offered by a—comparative—phenomenology for the study of existential problems, specifically for the development of a phenomenology of sensing and being sensed that goes beyond of the paradigm of representation.
THE RECEPTION OF PHENOMENOLOGY IN ARGENTINA BY EUGENIO PUCCIARELLI: HIS IDEAL OF A MILITANT AND HUMANIST PHILOSOPHY UNDERPINNED BY A PLURALISTIC CONCEPTION OF REASON AND TIME
Authors:   University of Wuppertal, BREUER IRENE
Published: January 2024

This paper focuses on the Argentine philosopher Eugenio Pucciarelli (1907–1995) and his critical reception of phenomenology. It introduces to his contribution to phenomenology in the context of its early reception in Argentina and addresses the following issues: 1) the mission of philosophy, the various ways of accessing its essence, in particular those of Scheler, Dilthey and Husserl, 2) his reception of Husserl as far as the ideals of science and reason are concerned, 3) the crisis of reason 4) his pluralistic conception of reason and time, and finally, to 5) his humanistic stance. I argue that his conception of philosophy, which emphasizes the personal dimension and the social commitment of philosophical practice as well as the relentless search for unshakeable foundations of knowledge as carried out by Husserl, is underpinned by a pluralistic conception of reason, time and culture that confers Pucciarelli’s philosophizing a humanistic bias. Phenomenology as conceived by Pucciarelli becomes thus an active force by embracing multiple perspectives, such that its methodology can be applied to varying contexts and circumstances. Pucciarelli’s commitment to social justice and Latin American culture responds to the attempt to rescue the virtues and freedom of the individual, which ground human dignity. In short, Pucciarelli’s stance reveals a profound pluralistic humanism that does not neglect its militant and critical function, thus evidencing its relevance to the current sociopolitical situation in Latin America.
CONSTITUTION OF MEANING VS DISCOVERY OF REALITY: HOW IS TRANSCENDENTAL PHENOMENOLOGY POSSIBLE TODAY 2.0?
Authors:   Lomonosov Moscow State University, FROLOV ALEXANDER
Published: January 2024

This article attempts to outline the contours of a transcendental phenomenology that would retain the intuition of a healthy realism. In this connection it is proposed to reinterpret the Husserlian notion of constitution, presenting constitution as a discover of reality. A distinction is made between strong and weak versions of constitution. It is constitution in the weak sense that combines, in our opinion, with the realist attitude. In order to achieve the above-mentioned goal (to present constitution as discovery), the Husserlian notion of object sense is clarified: it is excluded as a representative or substitute of an intentional object; object sense is seen as a mode of givenness, as а medium by means of which the object is implied or given. The idea of a meaningful discovery of reality is best matched by this treatment of object meaning. It is thus possible to combine the realist attitude with the idea of meaningful access to the real, thus avoiding, on the one hand, naive realism and, on the other hand, transcendental-idealist implications. The Husserlian notion of constitution is further related with the idea of forming interpretative schemes of understanding the world, which may include political agendas, scientific paradigms, systems of speculative metaphysics, and religious faith. It is emphasized that, although the rejection of interpretation is impossible, interpretive schemes must be reconciled with real facts and events in order to “fine-tune” reason and reality. Finally, a separation is undertaken with the conception of J.- L. Marion, which relies on the deflation of meaning in favor of the given as such, calling into question the status of man as a being who possesses reason, who discovers reality and constitutes its meaning.
THE REVIEW OF THE ALL-RUSSIAN SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE WITH INTERNATOPNAL PARTICIPATION “ALЕSHIN ACADEMIC READINGS — 2022: PHILOSOPHY AS A WAY OF LIFE. DEDICATED TO THE 30th ANNIVERSARY OF THE FACULTY OF PHILOSOPHY OF THE RUSSIAN STATE UNIVERSITY FOR THE HUMANITIES” (December 15–17, 2022, Moscow, Russia)
Authors:   Russian State University for the Humanities, KONACHEVA SVETLANA , PATKUL ANDREI ,   St. Petersburg State University, REZNICHENKO ANNA I. ,   Russian State University for the Humanities
Published: January 2024

Our paper is an overview of the anniversary All-Russian scientific conference with international participation “Aleshin Academic Readings — 2022: Philosophy as a Way of Life. Dedicated to the 30th Anniversary of the Faculty of Philosophy of the Russian State University for the Humanities,” which was held at this faculty from December 15 to 17, 2022. The first day of its work was devoted to plenary reports, the other two days were connected with the work of sections and workshops. Speakers from Moscow, Almaty (Kazakhstan), Volgograd, Yekaterinburg, Yerevan (Armenia), Kaliningrad, Rome (Italy), St. Petersburg, Simferopol, Tyumen, Ufa, Bochum (Germany), Essen (Germany) performed their presentations at the conference. It discussed a wide range of topics, both classical and modern philosophy, having some bearing on philosophy as a way of life and on the significance of a philosopher’s way of life for philosophical knowledge. Particular emphasis in the course of reports and discussions was placed on the problems of the relationship between theoretical and practical in philosophy, the limited nature of the philosophy of forms and concepts and the possibilities of overcoming such limitations, the existential sense of philosophizing, the possibility of explication of living historical experience by means of philosophy, the role of philosophy for diagnosing modernity, the prospects of dialectics, the relationship between philosophy and governments. Sections of the conference were also devoted to methodological, historiographical, pragmatic and other problems of modern thought. No less wide was the range of materials on which the speakers relied, starting with pre-Socratic philosophy and ending with the most relevant examples of philosophy that have not yet received sufficient reception in our country. Many talks also referred to the history of Russian philosophical thought.
I HAVE ALL SORTS OF VOICES IN MY HEAD MEDITATIONS ON GEORGY CHERNAVIN’S BOOK THE CONSCIENCE’S DOUBLE Chernavin G. The Conscience’s Double. Moscow, 2023. (In press)
Authors:   HSE University, MIROSHNICHENKO MAXIM
Published: January 2024

The review analyzes the book The Conscience’s Double by Georgy Chernavin. I focus on the concepts of false twins of conscience, guilt, and duty in the extended context of philosophical and artistic discourse. The problem of the difference between conscience and its ersatz forms, which give rise to a distorted ethical consciousness, is considered. The main emphasis is opportunistic conscience, neurotic guilt, and false debt. The review suggests that Chernavin’s book studies the “sad theory” of moral disorientation and requires the supplementation with a hypothetical “cringe theory.” In this case, the “sad theory” makes it possible to expand the phenomenological discourse by including a discussion of conscience, illustrating the uncertainty of the boundaries between the phenomenological and the symbolic, and highlighting the subject’s dependence on what they are not. In this work, there is a potential for developing an original ontology of the relationship between conscience and its evil counterpart, especially between a “spiritually sighted” and a “blindly corporeal” person. The scrutinized guilt for the lost absence of guilt is an experience that, although not lived, is important for the subject’s self-constitution. This experience, like the inner side of the subject, determines its conscious functioning and forms something like a Mobius strip. An Evil Genius makes this bond, and I am trying to conceptualize their “weakened” being.
TEKA-TEKI SILANG IBUPERI UNTUK MENINGKATKAN INGATAN SISWA DALAM MEMPELAJARI MATERI KINGDOM ANIMALIA
Authors:   SMAN Taruna Nala Jawa Timur, Wahyuni Naning
Published: January 2024

Kingdom Animalia is one of the class X material which is declared difficult not only by the students but also by the teacher. The broad scope of the material, the many scientific names and foreign Latin terms make it difficult for students to learn it. Classroom Action Research using Ibuperi's Crossword Puzzle which is applied in the Think Pair Share (TPS) learning model is carried out to overcome the problems experienced by students. The pretest, posttest and questionnaire data about the use of the Ibuperi's Crossword Puzzle obtained were analyzed descriptively and qualitatively. The subjects in this study were students of class X MIPA 3 SMAN Taruna Nala, East Java. The result of this research showed that the use of Ibuperi's Crossword Puzzle which is applied in the TPS learning model can help students remember Latin terms found in Kingdom Animalia material, as evidenced by the gradual increase in posttest results.