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MAIN TRENDS IN THE NOMINATION OF CHARACTERS IN THE DRAMA SPACE OF ALEXANDER MIKHAILOVICH GALIN
Authors: Петрачкова И.М.
Published: February 2024

В статье исследуются имена собственные в таких драматургических произведениях А.М. Галина, как «Ретро», «Аккомпаниатор», «Восточная трибуна». Здесь рассматриваются ономапоэтические средства, представленные фикциональными и прецедентными антропоэтонимами, номинирующими действующих лиц пьес, их количественное соотношение; анализируется структурная форма проприальных единиц и типы вариантов личных имен. Раскрывается роль авторской рефлексии, а также аппелятивно-онимного взаимодействия, интерпретируются металогически мотивированные антропоэтонимы с косвенной или скрытой характеристикой действующих лиц пьес. Устанавливается прагматический аспект функционирования фрагментарных прецедентных имен, которые характеризуют личностные свойства и качества персонажей, их образ жизни, поведение и отражают субъективные представления писателя о системе культурных, исторических ценностей изображаемой современной ему эпохи. Прослеживаются основные ономапоэтические тенденции номинации героев пьес, присущие идиостилю драматурга А.М. Галина. Данные изыскания будут весьма актуальны и полезны как в плане выявления общих закономерностей ономастикона русской драматургии второй половины ΧΧ века, так и для установления индивидуально-авторской манеры в выборе и использовании имён собственных, их обусловленности контекстом и стилистикой «новой драмы». Материалы статьи могут применяться в преподавании университетских курсов лексикологии, лингвистического анализа художественного текста, стилистики, современной русской литературы, а также спецкурсов и спецсеминаров по вопросам ономастики. Результаты исследования будут интересны преподавателям и учителям русской словесности, внедряющим в учебный процесс современные достижения филологических наук, с целью формирования у обучаемых устойчивого интереса к русскому языку и культуре, развития у них творческих способностей.
GRAMMATICAL CONCEPTUALIZATION OF SPATIALITY IN RUSSIAN (IN COMPARISON WITH BULGARIAN)
Authors: Карпенко Л.Б.
Published: February 2024

В статье рассматриваетсяконцептуализация пространственности как одна из семантико-грамматических доминант современного русского языка, выявляемая на фоне болгарского языка. Привлекается материал Национального корпуса русского языка и Болгарского национального корпуса, переводных текстов и словарей. В исследовании использованы системный, сопоставительный и функциональный методы, эффективность которых определяется возможностью при комплексном подходе предметно представить категорию пространственности как семантико-грамматическую доминанту русского языка, получающую отражение на разных языковых уровнях и в речи. На словообразовательном уровне русский язык обнаруживает множественность и продуктивность деривационных способов и средств, связанных с выражением предметно-пространственных отношений. На грамматическом уровне особенностью русского языка является строгая системная оформленность пространственных предложно-падежных форм, закономерная сочетаемость падежей и предлогов в составе пространственных конструкций и четкая противопоставленность категориальных значений направления и места. В синтаксисе пространственная доминанта русского языка проявляется в распространенности пространственных детерминантов в предложениях бытийного типа. Показано, что русский язык в совокупности своих выразительных средств фиксирует внимание на пространственной картине мира с максимальной экспликацией и детализацией реальных предметно-пространственных отношений, содержащихся в ситуации. Проявление этой особенности можно видеть в избыточности употребления единиц пространственной семантики в речи. Выявленные на русском и болгарском материале различия в языковой интерпретации пространственности обусловлены как внеязыковыми, так и собственно языковыми факторами – особенностями системных свойств языков, их лексико-грамматическими ресурсами и типологическими характеристиками. Результаты исследования имеют значение для теории и практики преподавания русского языка как иностранного.
FEATURES OF THE CHRONOTOPE IN THE NOVEL "FLYING DOGS" BY M. BEYER
Authors: Воротникова А.Э. , Саратова М.В.
Published: February 2024

Статья посвящена исследованию пространственно-временных конфигураций в романе немецкого писателя М. Байера «Летучие собаки». В качестве основных характеристик хронотопа выделяются его полифункциональность и многослойность, обусловленная спецификой нарративной структуры произведения. Смена повествовательных перспектив двух главных героев –– акустика Германа Карнау и дочери министра пропаганды Германии Геббельса Хельги –– способствует выявлению противоположных, конкурирующих и в то же время диалогических, дополняющих друг друга представлений о малой (индивидуальной, семейной) и большой истории Германии периода Третьего рейха. Образы протагонистов раскрываются сквозь призму хронотопа, в особенности перцептуального, перемещенного в сферу индивидуального сознания, отмеченного влиянием воображения, памяти, психологических комплексов. При этом отмечаются возможные несовпадения перцептуального и реального хронотопов. Наряду с индивидуально-психологическим и историческим аспектами образов пространства и времени, исследуется их символически-обобщающий и метафорический потенциал. Пристальное внимание уделяется хронотопам, вписанным в национально-культурную традицию, в частности романтическую, а также развенчанию стереотипных пространственно-временных представлений в немецкой модели действительности, испытывающей мощное воздействие нацистской идеологии и пропаганды. Значимая для немцев проблема исторической памяти, вины и наказания получает новый ракурс рассмотрения благодаря введению в художественную ткань романа Байера образов звукозаписывающих средств, создающих еще одну разновидность хронотопа. Делается вывод о невозможности реконструировать пространство памяти при помощи технических инстанций, затемняющих и искажающих образ прошлого, наполняющих его мортальной семантикой и превращающих его в подобие акустического кладбища.
РОЛЬ ГЕЙДАРА АЛИЕВА В ГОСУДАРСТВЕННОМ СТРОИТЕЛЬСТВЕ В АЗЕРБАЙДЖАНСКОЙ РЕСПУБЛИКЕ
Authors: Балаев Алы Магоммед оглы
Published: February 2024

В статье показано, что в 1993 году, с возвращением Г. Алиева к власти во второй раз, в республике была восстановлена стабильность: начала формироваться государственность: созданы демографическое правовое государство и гражданское общество; укреплена законность, правоохранительная система; упразднены подрывные силы, пытавшиеся совершить государственный переворот; принят основной закон страны – Конституция; принцип разделения властей был успешно реализован.
Unmet health-care needs among older adults living alone in Thailand
Authors: Paek Seung Chun , Zhang Ning Jackie
Published: February 2024

The present study examined unmet health-care needs (UHN) among older adults living alone in Thailand. This study had two specific objectives: (i) to analyze the effect of living alone on UHN using a matched sample obtained from a propensity score matching method and (ii) to analyze the sociodemographic determinants of UHN using the entire sample of data. Descriptive analysis and logistic regression were employed, along with Thailand’s 2019 Health and Welfare Survey dataset. The findings indicated that older people living alone experienced 1.613 (confidence interval [CI]: 1.066 – 2.440) times more UHN than those living with others (Objective 1). Moreover, older people with low incomes and chronic diseases experienced 1.391 (CI: 1.015 – 1.923) and 5.629 (CI: 4.375 – 7.243) times more UHN than their counterparts (Objective 2). Non-medical costs and a lack of social support facilitating access to health care (e.g., a lack of caretakers to bring older people to health-care providers and a lack of affordable transportation options) may have been the primary causes of the high UHN rate for these groups, as indicated in previous studies. Thus, the government should continue its efforts to alleviate these issues. Specifically, the existing community health volunteer program should prioritize older people living alone who need caretakers during illness. Local health authorities should support the program by offering health emergency vehicles, especially to those living outside major cities with limited transportation options to access health-care providers. The government should also increase the old-age allowance to enhance the financial independence of older people and extend the current telemedicine services to district hospitals and community health centers. Such measures have significantly improved health-care access for low-income older people who do not have extra resources to travel to health-care providers and chronically ill older people who need regular health care in Thailand.
Mitochondria: The master regulator of aging
Authors: Sarvari Pouya , Sarvari Pourya
Published: February 2024

Mitochondria are ATP-producing organelles in eukaryotic organisms that serve as the cell’s power plants. Besides, mitochondria are integral to regulating cellular homeostasis and metabolism as a result of their essential roles in reactive oxygen species (ROS) production, bioenergetics, catabolism and anabolism, heme and iron-sulfur biosynthesis, iron and calcium homeostasis, apoptosis and signal transduction, as well as immunity and inflammation. It is well accepted that mitochondria are evolutionarily derived from endosymbiotic alphaproteobacteria within eukaryotic cells adapted for effective energy transduction. Although most of the mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) is thought to have been transported to the eukaryotic nucleus during evolution, mitochondria may have preserved protein-coding genes within their own DNA. Accumulating data show that a progressive decline of mitochondria regulates aging. The present review aims to outline the role of mitochondria in various aspects of aging, including unfolded protein response, generation of ROS, and the contribution of somatic mtDNA mutations as well as inflammation in aging. Moreover, we propose mitochondria-targeted nanoparticles and mitochondrial genome editing as novel tools to modify mitochondrial genome aberrations.
Effects of Simulated Forest Cover Change on Projected Climate Change – a Case Study of Hungary
Authors: Gálos Borbála , Jacob Daniela , Mátyás Csaba
Published: February 2024

Climatic effects of forest cover change have been investigated for Hungary applying the regional climate model REMO. For the end of the 21st century (2071–2100) case studies have been analyzed assuming maximal afforestation (forests covering all vegetated area) and complete deforestation (forests replaced by grasslands) of the country. For 2021–2025, the climatic influence of the potential afforestation based on a detailed national survey has been assessed. The simulation results indicate that maximal afforestation may reduce the projected climate change through cooler and moister conditions for the entire summer period. The magnitude of the simulated climate change mitigating effect of the forest cover increase differs among regions. The smallest climatic benefit was calculated in the southwestern region, in the area with the potentially strongest climate change. The strongest effects of maximal afforestation are expected in the northeastern part of the country. Here, half of the projected precipitation decrease could be relieved and the probability of summer droughts could be reduced. The potential afforestation has a very slight feedback on the regional climate compared to the maximal afforestation scenario.
Characterization of the effects of acetic acid on the recovery of valuable contents from flotation tailings of non-sulfide metals
Authors: Yoğurtcuoğlu Emine
Published: February 2024

Non-sulfide lead flotation tailings draw attention in terms of their valuable contents. Dissolution studies have been carried out with strong inorganic acids, especially in ore form, but these acids have been unfavorable in removal in the context of metal recovery processes. Organic acids, on the other hand, are notable for their environmentally friendly properties and selective metal recovery opportunities. In this study, the effects of acetic acid on metal recovery from oxidized waste were investigated with different experimental parameters at a laboratory scale. Optimal conditions were determined depending on the increase in acetic acid concentration. At 0.75-1.0 M acid concentrations, 49-55% Pb and 49-54% Zn recovery efficiencies were obtained with grades of 7.0-7.2% and 19.5-19.7%, respectively. The recovery of Pb/Zn by the leaching process with acetic acid and the selective non-recovery of iron were also observed through characterization studies. With the Rietveld XRD method, an increase in iron minerals such as goethite and a decrease in smithsonite-hydrozincite minerals were determined. These changes were seen as a decrease in the contents of these minerals in SEM/EDX analysis and as a decrease in smithsonite mineral bond structures in the FT-IR analysis. This study showed that acetic acid has many advantages in the utilization of zinc-lead-containing oxide flotation tailings, which have high economic value, such as selective metal recovery, easy biodegradability, environmental friendliness, and non-corrosiveness.
The Anatomy of the Crisis: Problems of the Normative Legitimacy of the International Criminal Court
Authors: Ispolinov Aleхey S.
Published: February 2024

The article examines the issues of the normative legitimacy of the International Criminal Court, which is understood as the conformity of the creation and operation of the court with the norms and principles of international law, as well as with the conditions of consent of States regarding the status of this court, competence and jurisdiction formulated in the Rome Statute as the founding document of the court. The current practice of the ICC and the Prosecutor of the Court in some fundamental issues has clearly departed from the conditions for the exercise of their jurisdiction enshrined in the Rome Statute, which calls into question the normative legitimacy of such actions of the Court and the Prosecutor. States, after two decades of the Court’s activity, have clearly not received the court they expected, developing and agreeing on the provisions of the Rome Statute, which may give States sufficient grounds to stop considering this court as a legitimate source of judicial power
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan Terhadap Kepuasan Masyarakat Di Kecamatan Mandalajati Kota Bandung
Authors: Akbar Muhammad Husni , Kartini Entin , Barokah Rezky Afiahtul
Published: February 2024

The state apparatus is expected to provide the best possible service to the community in various ways. One thing that needs attention is the public service sector, especially in terms of the quality or quality of service provided by government officials to the public. This study aims (1) to determine and analyze the quality of service in Mandalajati District, Bandung City; (2) to find out and analyze community satisfaction in Mandalajati District, Bandung City; and (3) to determine the influence of service quality on community satisfaction in Mandalajati District, Bandung City. The method used uses a quantitative approach, with the aim of measuring and understanding the causal relationships between variables (Creswell: 2009). The survey method is also used in obtaining data through various data collection techniques such as direct interviews, distribution of questionnaires, observation or observation. The results of the analysis say that service quality has a significant influence on community satisfaction.
Efektivitas Pelayanan Publik Berbasis Aplikasi Layanan Moci Legit Di Dinas Kependudukan Dan Pencatatan Sipil Kota Sukabumi
Authors: Andriani Ayu , Rachmawati Ike , Nur Tuah
Published: February 2024

In today's digital era, every public service provider is required to provide services more quickly to provide satisfaction for the community as service recipients. Therefore, Sukabumi City Disdukcapil has innovated services from offline to online through the Moci Legit Service application, this is done to provide convenience to the community so that the service process is more effective and efficient, but in its implementation there are several phenomena of problems found, namely: 1.not yet optimal socialization carried out, 2.the application system often experiences trouble, 3. inaccuracy of document completion, 4.there is no complaint feature in the application. This study aims to determine how the effectiveness of public services based on the legitimate moci service application at the Population and Civil Registration Office of Sukabumi City. The theory used in this study is the effectiveness theory from Gibson and Steers which includes 5 dimensions: productivity, quality, efficiency, flexibility, and satisfaction. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. The results of this study indicate that the dimensions of productivity, quality, efficiency, and satisfaction are considered not fully effective because there are things that need to be improved to be more optimal. While the flexibility dimension is considered to have been running effectively.
Pengaruh Kompetensi Pegawai Terhadap Kepuasan Penyedia Pengadaan Barang Dan Jasa Dalam Menggunakan Aplikasi E-Procurement Di Pemerintah Daerah Kota Cimahi
Authors: Susilawati Eka , Darsono Yudi , Mulawarman Aditia
Published: February 2024

Based on the results of research conducted by researchers at the Cimahi City Office, researchers found the problem was the low level of satisfaction of providers of goods and services procurement. The purpose of this study is to determine the extent to which employee competence relates to the satisfaction of goods and services procurement providers in using e-procurement applications in the Cimahi City Regional Government. The method used in this research is a quantitative research method through a descriptive approach. The number of community samples listed is a sample of 62 members of the population. The survey results reveal that there is a correlation between employee competence and satisfaction. The large correlation coefficient is 0.848 (R). R in the correlation, or the correlation between two or more independent variables on the dependent variable shows moderate correlation. The influence of competence on satisfaction is classified as a fairly high influential category of 71.9%, this proves that employee competence has a positive and significant effect on the satisfaction of providers of goods and services, while the remaining 28.1% is the influence of other variables not examined in this study.
Pesan Kesehatan Dalam Dakwah Digital Melalui Instagram @ZAIDULAKBAR
Authors: Hartoputri Azalia , Sudradjat Ratih Hasanah
Published: February 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk menemukan frekuensi isi pesan kesehatan dalam dakwah yang terdapat pada akun resmi dr. Zaidul Akbar di Instagram. dr. Zaidul Akbar merupakan seorang dokter, penulis, salah satu penggagas dan menjabat sebagai ketua umum pada perkumpulan bekam Indonesia (PBI), salah satu pendiri Kebun Sehat JSR dan pengurus pusat Asosiasi Pengobatan Tradisional Indonesia (ASPETRI) yang kerap kali menyampaikan dakwah melalui Instagramnya dengan fokus pada kajian-kajian mengenai pengobatan yang disarankan oleh Al-Qur’an dan mengajarkan pola hidup sehat kepada 3.7 juta pengikutnya. Penelitian ini ditujukan untuk menjadi referensi bagi para pendakwah atau content creator Instagram dengan pesan dakwah sebagai kontennya agar dapat menyebarkan kajian kesehatan menurut agama Islam sehingga masyarakat dapat lebih banyak menerima ilmu kesehatan Islam dari media sosial khususnya Instagram. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian analisis isi kuantitatif dengan jenis penelitian deskriptif. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah mengumpulkan konten unggahan akun Instagram @zaidulakbar pada periode 17 Mei hingga 30 November 2022, selanjutnya dilakukan pengisian lembar koding oleh koder yang dimana lembar koding sudah disiapkan oleh peneliti dengan tujuan menjaga objektivitas penelitian. Kemudian hasil pengkodingan oleh para koder dihitung reliabilitasnya. Hasil yang didapatkan dari analisis isi pada konten unggahan Instagram @zaidulakbar yaitu terdapat pesan kesehatan melalui kebersihan individu sebanyak 39 unggahan dengan besar frekuensi 63% dari total 62 unggahan. Sedangkan kategori kesehatan mental dengan jumlah 17 unggahan dan frekuensi sebesar 27% dari total 62 unggahan. Kesehatan Lingkungan sebanyak 4 unggahan dengan frekuensi sebesar 6% dari total 62 unggahan, dan pesan kesehatan ibu dan anak sebanyak pada 2 konten dengan frekuensi sebesar 3% dari total 62 konten unggahan Instagram.
Pengaruh Brand Ambassador Dan Citra Merek Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Azarine Cosmetic Di Pakuwon Mall Surabaya
Authors: Salsabila Nabila , Fadhillah Is
Published: February 2024

This study aims to analyze Azarine Cosmetic in conducting brand ambassadors and brand image in influencing customer purchasing decisions as part of a marketing strategy. This research method uses a quantitative approach.  Azarine cosmetic customer participants purchase azarine cosmetics through the sampling method at Pakuwon Mall Surabaya. The analytical tools used are validity, reliability, classical assumptions, and hypothesis testing.  Data collection methods used through field research and literature. The results of this study indicate that the path analysis in the t-test for the first hypothesis (H1) shows with a significance level of 0.001 that Brand Ambassador affects Purchasing Decisions. Meanwhile, the results of the t-test path analysis for the second hypothesis (H2) show that brand image affects purchasing decisions at a significance level of 0.001. The regression coefficient shows a positive relationship, which indicates that (H2 accepted) purchasing decisions are influenced by brand image.
Pemanfaatan Aplikasi Canva Dalam Promosi Usaha Online Di Kota Bengkulu
Authors: Wahyuni Melisa , Yanto Yanto , Maryaningsih Maryaningsih
Published: February 2024

Canva is an online application that can be used to create graphic designs for various needs such as logos, social media content, banners, posters and flyers. This study aims to describe the utilization of the canva application in online business promotion to increase sales. This research is qualitative research. based on TerenceShimp's Marketing Communication Dimensions Theory (2003). The results of this study indicate that the utilization of the canva application has been effective and has contributed to increasing sales and strengthening marketing strategies for online business owners in the city of bengkulu, especially for MSMEs. The results of individual sales of the canva application are an effective tool for creating attractive and professional promotional materials. Its use includes selecting backgrounds, editing designs with text, images, and other design elements, changing colors, fonts, and layouts as needed. Advertising that Canva has an advantage in creating advertising designs compared to other applications. Sales promotion where Canva helps them create professional designs, increase buyer confidence, build a strong visual identity, and visually communicate product benefits to buyers. Sponsorship marketing where wise use of Canva in a larger marketing strategy can contribute significantly to sales growth and brand awareness, Publicity, Canva provides a useful tool for creating attractive promotional designs. Thus, this strategy can be an effective step in growing the business of the business owner. and communication at the point of purchase Canva application is an invaluable tool for MSMEs and small businesses to improve quality and efficiency in the field of design and promotion.
Analisis Perilaku Komunikasi Pengguna Media Sosial Tik Tok
Authors: Pratama Abel Abdi Putra , Narti Sri , Yanto Yanto
Published: February 2024

This study aims to analyze the communication behavior of Tik Tok social media users, especially non-verbal communication behavior, especially among Communication Science students at Dehasen University Bengkulu. This research uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques in the form of interviews and observations of active students of the Communication Science Study Program who use Tik Tok. This research uses the S-O-R theory, namely Stimulus, Organism, and Response. The results showed that Communication Science students tend to dominate non-verbal communication behavior on Tik Tok. They often access videos according to interests and trends, creating content inspired by what they watch. Although the content varies, the main trends include traveling, cooking, selling, news, vlogging, thrift clothes and family drama. Participation was dominated by female students, with varied responses after using Tik Tok, including being entertained, inspired and wanting to exist through comments. Non-verbal student communication behaviors included facial expressions and gestures, clothing, visual effects, camera movements and editing, as well as reactions and interactions with other content. Students often use their creativity to attract attention, share ideas and engage in community interaction on Tik Tok.
Pemulihan Dampak Pencemaran Udara bagi Kesehatan Masyarakat Indonesia
Authors: Candrasari Satya , Clarissa Eleane Cyrilla , Kusumawardani Fadilla , Pattymahu Gracia Cristabel Henrietta , Eugenia Janice Florence , Cahyadi Larissa Belva , Silvian Vergio , Syabanera Nasya Dochka
Published: February 2024

Pollution is a problem that never ends. These problems can also have a negative impact on health and the environment, such as causing respiratory problems, health problems, environmental damage and climate change. This problem is something that needs to be considered and researched in order to know the steps and what the efforts to deal with air pollution. In an effort to do this, this research was carried out using descriptive qualitative methods with literature study as the research method. Based on the observations, to reduce the impact of air pollution, several solutions have been proposed, Starting from exercising which contributes to respiratory health, planting trees which can help filter harmful particles from the air. Reducing motor vehicle use, and using environmentally friendly vehicles is also recommended. Using environmentally friendly products also can help reduce plastic waste. Beside that, Proper waste processing is also the key to reducing the negative impact of burning waste on air quality.
Impact of Motivation on Employee Performance of Selected Real Estate Firms in Abuja
Authors: Tolofari Kurotimi Diseye , Abubakar Baliratu , Abubakar Lamido Hauwa , Bagobiri Esther Yimi
Published: February 2024

This study examined how motivation affected worker performance in selected Abuja real estate companies. The research design employed in the study is a survey and data were collected through the primary source where 66 structured questionnaires were distributed among the staff of five real estate companies in Abuja which include Osakwe & Associates and Wale Adewusi Associate. Data collected were analyzed using multiple regression analysis. The findings showed that employee motivation has a favorable and significant impact on performance in terms of job efficiency in Abuja real estate. Other findings included the fact that job security has a favorable yet negligible effect on the performance in terms of work efficiency in Abuja real estate. Salary and wages also have a positive and large impact on performance in terms of work efficiency in Abuja real estate, as well as rewards, which have a favorable and big impact on both. According to the report, real estate companies in Abuja should keep up their efforts to motivate staff members by guaranteeing their jobs, paying them a living wage, and rewarding them because doing so improves productivity.
Effect of Liquidity Management On the Financial Performance of Nigerian Oil and Gas Firms
Authors: Almakura Faisal Ahmed , Shiaki Tsokwa Kweseti , Gambo Nasamu , Muhammad Rahilatu Ahmad
Published: February 2024

The Nigerian Oil and Gas industry, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, continues to be plagued with numerous economic challenges that affect its liquidity position and hinders it from delivering on its core mandate of profitability. Hence, the purpose of this research was to look into the effect of liquidity management on the financial performance of Nigerian oil and gas firms. Current Ratio (CUR), Quick Ratio (QUR), Cash Ratio (CAR), and Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) were explored as proxy variables for liquidity management and financial performance, respectively, using an ex-post facto research approach. The study used a purposive sampling approach to collect secondary data, which was based on the availability of data at the time of the investigation. These figures were collected from five Nigerian oil and gas firms' annual financial reports, which spanned the years 2012 through 2021. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and regression analysis. Results from the analysis revealed that Quick Ratio and Cash Ratio has a positive insignificant impact on Return on Capital Employed while Current Ratio has a negative significant impact on Return on Capital Employed. Based on the findings, managers of oil and gas firms should adopt effective liquidity management policies that guarantee an optimal level of liquidity that improves its profitability and enables them operate with a reasonable margin of safety.
Applying Artificial Intelligence to the Digital Marketing: Opportunities and Challenges for the Marketer
Authors: Mani Aelita
Published: February 2024

The present work aims to explore the role and factors that influence the interaction between marketing and artificial intelligence, the developing role of the marketer in the digital age, and the effects of artificial intelligence on the marketing process. Through a comprehensive marketing analysis, the research highlights the emerging power that Artificial Intelligence is exerting in all the marketing and production phases. The article is divided into three phases: the first phase focuses on the transition from traditional to digital marketing, emphasizing how new technologies had a significant impact on the commercial scene. The focus transitioned to the operational frame of AI into marketing operations, recognizing the latter’s ability to add value throughout the modern consumer’s conversion funnel. Following that, the inquiry yielded exciting ideas for possible future developments. Finally, the presentation provided a complete overview of the transition of marketing to digital and the function of artificial intelligence in this context.
A Legendre spectral method based on a hybrid format and its error estimation for fourth-order eigenvalue problems
Authors: Chen Yuanqiang , Zheng Jihui , An Jing
Published: February 2024

In this paper, we developed and studied an efficient Legendre spectral method for fourth order eigenvalue problems with the boundary conditions of a simply supported plate. Initially, a new variational formulation based on a hybrid format and its discrete variational form were established. We then employed the spectral theory of complete continuous operators to establish the prior error estimates of the approximate solutions. By integrating approximation results of some orthogonal projection operators in weighted Sobolev spaces, we further gave the error estimation for the approximating eigenvalues and eigenfunctions. In addition, we developed an effective set of basis functions by utilizing the orthogonal properties of Legendre polynomials, and subsequently derived the matrix eigenvalue system of the discrete variational form for both two-dimensional and three-dimensional cases, based on a tensor product. Finally, numerical examples were provided to demonstrate the exponential convergence and efficiency of the algorithm.
Adaptive dynamic self-learning grey wolf optimization algorithm for solving global optimization problems and engineering problems
Authors: Zhang Yijie , Cai Yuhang
Published: February 2024

The grey wolf optimization algorithm (GWO) is a new metaheuristic algorithm. The GWO has the advantages of simple structure, few parameters to adjust, and high efficiency, and has been applied in various optimization problems. However, the orginal GWO search process is guided entirely by the best three wolves, resulting in low population diversity, susceptibility to local optima, slow convergence rate, and imbalance in development and exploration. In order to address these shortcomings, this paper proposes an adaptive dynamic self-learning grey wolf optimization algorithm (ASGWO). First, the convergence factor was segmented and nonlinearized to balance the global search and local search of the algorithm and improve the convergence rate. Second, the wolves in the original GWO approach the leader in a straight line, which is too simple and ignores a lot of information on the path. Therefore, a dynamic logarithmic spiral that nonlinearly decreases with the number of iterations was introduced to expand the search range of the algorithm in the early stage and enhance local development in the later stage. Then, the fixed step size in the original GWO can lead to algorithm oscillations and an inability to escape local optima. A dynamic self-learning step size was designed to help the algorithm escape from local optima and prevent oscillations by reasonably learning the current evolution success rate and iteration count. Finally, the original GWO has low population diversity, which makes the algorithm highly susceptible to becoming trapped in local optima. A novel position update strategy was proposed, using the global optimum and randomly generated positions as learning samples, and dynamically controlling the influence of learning samples to increase population diversity and avoid premature convergence of the algorithm. Through comparison with traditional algorithms, such as GWO, PSO, WOA, and the new variant algorithms EOGWO and SOGWO on 23 classical test functions, ASGWO can effectively improve the convergence accuracy and convergence speed, and has a strong ability to escape from local optima. In addition, ASGWO also has good performance in engineering problems (gear train problem, ressure vessel problem, car crashworthiness problem) and feature selection.
Teachers Motivating Themselves by Motivating Students: A Cryptocurrency Appears
Authors: Andre John
Published: February 2024

The attitude of teachers has a powerful influence on whether or not they will adopt a new technology. How much that technology helps the teacher do their job is a key determinant of their attitude. Exploratory research was done to discover the preferences of university lecturers for a novel cryptocurrency token (NCCT) which focuses on education and is intended to increase student motivation. Working in both public and private universities in Vietnam, responding teachers participated in unstructured interviews, then in structured interviews with open responses, and finally in structured interviews with closed response options. Responses show that 57% of university lecturers in Vietnam are either interested or very interested in being able to utilize this NCCT to motivate their students to change behavior. The top behaviors that educators wish to change include doing homework, preparing before class, and asking and answering questions during class time. This focus on in-class behavior could be intended to improve the sense of agency felt by students. In a previous study, students reported they would change their behavior in order to receive these NCCTs so there is reason to believe the teachers’ efforts would be successful if they had access to an NCCT like the one described herein.
Analysis of Teenage Pregnancy and Contraception Methods on National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) Data
Authors: Lakshmi D. , Shetye Shreya Santosh , Mehta Karishni , Patil Vaishnavi
Published: February 2024

To understand the causes and consequences of the rising rates of teenage pregnancy, we utilized the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) dataset to explore various factors, including contraception methods employed across India. Employing Python programming, we conducted a cluster analysis to examine data patterns and similarities. Our investigation aimed to establish a potential causal link between adolescent pregnancy and variables such as age, educational attainment, and internet usage. The findings suggest that higher literacy levels are associated with a reduction in teenage pregnancies. Additionally, teenage pregnancies contribute to an increased risk of anemia among pregnant women aged 15-19. Over the past two decades, the prevalence of anemia among Indian women of reproductive age has been 20% higher than the global average. In India, one in every two women is anemic, exceeding the global ratio of one in every three women. Among pregnant women, the incidence of anemia varies from 33% to 89%, with adolescent girls experiencing a rate exceeding 60%.
Agnostic Tooling: A Modular Approach to Life of Field Tooling Needs
Authors: Narozanski Marcin , Yuill Lorna , Lewis Michael , Ferreira Joel
Published: February 2024

This paper describes a novel approach to the design of subsea intervention tooling which aims to solve the problem Operators are often facing when their installed base comprises of different well types from various original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). This situation drives a higher number of tooling sets per OEM and well type, and critically with vessel-based interventions demands a larger footprint per well minimizing interventions per mobilization. Recognizing that despite different OEMs, there are common (or at least similar) mating features for tooling to interface, this new solution offers agnostic tool sets that seek to minimize the total number of tools needed for a campaign and optimize tooling design. This innovative approach to tooling design utilizes a customizable modular design, whereby tooling can be adapted to multiple well types and functionality targeted to specific operational requirements.

The methodology presented reduces the quantity of tools required, improves capability per vessel mobilization, and lowers CO2 emissions in manufacture, operations and through life management. By design, the agnostic tools are not limited by the original OEM specifications as they can be simplified and modularized resulting in an efficient and economically beneficial outcome. For example, one area of simplification is to use a standardized guiding and landing of the intervention tooling on the subsea equipment.

In addition, given the operational challenges when planning offshore campaigns on multiple wells, working with just one supplier of the intervention tooling package, allows for more flexibility where re-prioritizations or re-scheduling are required. One key area of success for this approach is in support of well decommissioning, a market which is forecast to grow to an average US$15 billion a year peaking in 2035 and is the subject of increasing regulation to comply with end-of-life plug-and-abandonment (P&A). A recent case study for a multi-OEM well P&A campaign in Brazil demonstrated the extent of the benefits outlined above; the modular design reducing the total number of tools from 62 to 23 and enabling a 12-month lead-time for the first tool delivery.
Installation of Resonance Sensitive Large Size Mudmat in Deep Water
Authors: Sinha R. K. , Shahyarfar S. , Wei C. L
Published: February 2024

Installation analysis for subsea structures is performed to determine the allowable sea state for the entire operation. Usually, splash zone crossing analysis is given the highest importance, as this phase typically governs the largest forces on the system and overall sea state limitation. However, in certain conditions, subsea structures with high added mass may encounter resonance in deep water. Loads in the hoisting system can increase significantly when the system encounters resonance. The DNV recommended practice Modelling and analysis of marine operations (DNVGL-RP-N103, 2017) provide sufficient guidance on the effect of resonance; however, the resonance effect for deep-water installation operations is often overlooked and not checked thoroughly. This paper presents the importance and methodology for properly analyzing resonance effects. This paper also discusses a few techniques for improving the installation sea-state for various stages of operation and methodology for real-time vessel motion monitoring for decision-making offshore.
Theoretical Investigations on utilization of alternative fuels in an IDI diesel engine under dual fuel mode
Authors: Ahmad Nafis , Al Khamis Nawaf
Published: February 2024

The study explores the impact of ammonia and DME on the combustion / performance characteristics and exhaust emissions of a dual-mode IDI diesel engine without making any major alterations to the engine. Fortran-77 programming is used to develop a computer simulation program. The findings show that blending in dual mode raises pre and main chamber temperatures and pressures, as well as IMEP and BP, but lowers BSEC as ammonia substitution increases from 5% to 25%. Blending (diesel + ammonia) increases BP by 15.93 percent, 37.25 percent, and 72.42 percent in dual mode at 20%, 40%, and 60% NG substitutions respectively and blending (diesel + DME) increases BP by 17.79 percent, 40.17 percent, and 76.99 percent in dual mode at 20%, 40%, and 60% NG substitutions respectively
A MOBILE-BASED APPLICATION FOR COVID-19 DIAGNOSIS AND RECOMMENDATION
Authors: A. M Mustapha , F. M. Okikiola , O.E Oladiboye , I.O. Onadokun , C. Y Alonge
Published: February 2024

n 2019, a new coronavirus outbreak emerged, identified in December 2019. The disease exhibits an average incubation period of 5.2 days, with flu-like symptoms, accompanied by cough and fever. COVID-19 affects various organs and tissues in the human body. While expert systems exist for disease diagnosis, they require experts to operate due to their specific platforms. This paper proposes thedevelopment of an efficient, rapid, and precise COVID-19 diagnostic system using mobile phone technology, leveraging the widespread availability of mobile devices. Unlike existing applications, this system's focus is to offer a diagnostic tool accessible to any individual without requiring expert intervention. The framework was implemented using Android Studio and the Dart platform. The resulting mobile application demonstrated user-friendliness and ease of use, ensuring a seamless and intuitive experience for The COVID-19 APP has the potential to reduce disease transmission and enable early treatment initiation, thus mitigating the risk of severe illness. This proactive approach contributes to better overall health outcomes, enhancing individuals' quality of life The mobile phone-based diagnostic system offers an accessible and reliable means for diagnosing COVID-19 without expert involvement. By leveraging mobile technology, this solution can positively impact disease management and foster a healthier population
PERFORMANCE OF CATFISH (CLARIASGARIEPINUS) FARMING IN IKORODU LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: M.O Lawal , H.K Ogunbadejo , J.A Ochoche
Published: February 2024

Background: In a growing nation like Nigeria, where millions of its teeming people suffer from malnutrition, the need for proper nutrition is especially important. Nigerians consume a lot of fish, with a 3.6 million metric ton annual demand. Yet, there is a national demand-supply mismatch of 2.5 million metric tons, and imports are used to make up the difference at a cost of about 625 million US dollars annually. Hence, the demand-supply gap can be effectively closed by starting widespread small- and large-scale fish production.Objective: The study examined the Per for mance of catfish, Clarias gariepinus farming in Ikorodu Local Government area, Lagos State, Nigeria.Methods: 50 randomly selected far mer s from the Ikorodu LGA completed a standardized questionnaire to gather the primary data for the analysis. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and an assessment of net farm revenue.Results: The results of the budgetary analysis showed that the total cost (TC) of ₦4,234,313 ($9,993.27) was incurred, total revenue (TR) of ₦4,953,125 ($11,689.71) and a returning gross margin (GM) of ₦787,312.50 ($1,858.11) were attained. The benefit-cost ratio was 1.17, the rate of return on investment was 0.17, the gross revenue ratio was 0.16 and an operating ratio of 0.84. This indicates that catfish farming is marginally profitable due to the high cost of fish feed which was 84 % of the total cost of production in the study area
Willingness of Ibadan residents to plant trees to commemorate social events
Authors: Fasoro O. A. , Ajewole O. I. , Siyanbola R. A.
Published: February 2024

Trees in cities contribute significantly to human health and environmental quality, thus, planting trees to Commemorate Social Events (CSEs) can be a unique green gift that celebrate people while also restoring urban environmental quality. This research examined respondents’ willingness to plant trees to CSEs in order to promote sustainable greening of Ibadan. A multistage random sampling procedure was used to obtain primary data from 450 respondents from five purposively selected local government areas. Data were subjected to descriptive statistics and logit regression analysis. Results showed that 57.8% respondents were male, 56.2% were married and 95.3% had formal education. Furthermore, 62.1% stated that trees were present in their environment; 78.4% agreed that trees are valuable and useful resources, and thus they are willing to plant trees to CSEs. The following factors were mentioned by respondents as motivating factors for tree planting: guaranteed investment after retirement (60.5%), knowledge of global environmental issues (67.9%), guaranteed alternative source of income (73.5%), and securing of land from land grabbers (63.5%). Age (-0.030) had a significant influence on willingness to plant trees to CSEs. Residents believe that tree planting is a good initiative; however, incentives should be provided to increase individual participation.
Variation in the intestinal morphology and biometric characteristics of Sardinella aurita and Sardinella maderensis at James Town in Ghana
Authors: Ayisi C. L. , Alhassan E. H. , Awuku W.
Published: February 2024

This study investigated the biology of Sardinella aurita (flat Sardinella) and S. maderensis (round Sardinella) at James Town in Ghana. A total of 40 round and flat Sardinella samples each were evaluated each month. The results showed significant difference between round and flat Sardinella with respect to intestinal weight (p=0.020), liver weight (p=0.002) and body weight (p=0.005). Intestinal weight of the round and flat Sardinella ranged from 86.5-113 g and 79-92 g respectively. Intestinal weight of round Sardinella was significantly higher than the flat Sardinella. Liver weight of flat Sardinella was significantly lower than the liver weight of round Sardinella. Mean intestinal content of round and flat Sardinella were 46.1±16.30 and 9.65±0.33 respectively. Relative gut mass for round Sardinella ranged between 0.022 and 0.120 whilst that of flat Sardinella ranged between 0.020 and 0.933. Relative gut length was similar for flat and round Sardinella. Mean Zhilers Index for flat and round Sardinella were 0.0752±0.004 and 0.091±0.005 respectively. Mean gonadosomatic index, Hepatosomatic index and Relative content mass recorded for flat Sardinella were 5.735±0.495, 0.346±0.034 and 0.006±0.000 respectively. This work recommend further study comparing catches from artisanal and semi-industrial vessels to obtain a broader knowledge of the growth and maturation of the species.

Key words: relative gut length, zhilers index, intestinal content, body weight, liver weight