bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Collaboration between School and Parents for Students’ Better Future by Parenting: An Ethnographic Approach
Authors: Sukamto Ismu , Fauziah Puji Yanti , Fauziah Puji Yanti , Wibawa Lutfi , Wibawa Lutfi , Kumullah Rahmah , Kumullah Rahmah
Published: April 2024

Parenting programs have been shown to improve children's behavior. Therefore, the implementation of parenting programs in schools needs to be revealed as a reference for schools to more easily implement them in the school environment. This research uses an ethnographic approach. A sample of one school in Bandar Lampung City was determined using purposive sampling techniques with the criteria that the school had implemented a parenting program. Research data were collected using interviews, observation, and documentation techniques. Data analysis is carried out using thematic analysis, which includes seven phases. Triangulation techniques are used as data validity tests. The findings of this study show that the parenting program was implemented through seminars, teacher-parent collaboration through contact books, guest teachers by parents, sharing short videos through social media, and the presence of BK teachers at school. Thus, it can be concluded that the parenting program is getting optimal by realizing collaborative activities between schools and parents in student learning activities.Keywords: Parenting, elementary school
Increasing global literacy (GL) competence of university students to support the Indonesian International Student Mobility Awards (IISMA) program: Development of GL instructional framework
Authors: Sudarwati Emy , Junining Esti , Indhiarti Tantri Refa
Published: April 2024

A preliminary study has found that Indonesian International Student Mobility Awards (IISMA) grantees faced a variety of challenges during their IISMA program at the destination universities. Therefore, this study aims to develop and implement a global literacy (GL) framework to help IISMA students improve their GL competence to survive during their stay in host universities. Ten IISMA awardees studying at one of the state universities in Malang, Indonesia, participated in this study. A qualitative mixed-method design was applied. The data were collected through FGDs, questionnaires, and in-depth interviews. Using a descriptive qualitative analysis, this study proposes a practical framework to aid IISMA students in improving their global literacy competence. The findings were in the form of an instructional framework that can be maximally applied by those who need to prepare students for the IISMA program. It is envisaged that this study can aid in developing GL competencies, enabling subsequent students to fulfill their responsibilities as change agents from a global viewpoint. The framework created in this study provides pedagogical implications for re-creating a subject-specific curriculum that incorporates student practice in GL. The study’s findings could also be useful to policymakers when implementing GL training for educators to effectively increase students' GL.
Does teacher computer technology use perceived from TPCK frameworks stimulate student achievement in English language learning?
Authors: Rofiq Annur , Widiati Utami , Sulistyo Teguh , Puspitasari Yunita
Published: April 2024

Studies on the relationship between teacher use of ICT and student achievement have been numerous, but those involving other intervening variables, such as technological, pedagogical, and content knowledge (TPCK), are still limited. This study examined the relationships between the use of computer technology (CT) by Indonesian EFL teachers and student achievement, taking into account the TPCK frameworks. Explanatory correlation serves as the research design, as this study was intended to explain the associations among variables under study. Data on teachers’ CT use and students’ English achievement were collected from a sample of 153 EFL teachers by means of Albirini’s (2006) and Wozney et al.’s (2006) adopted questionnaire and the teachers’ document of students’ English achievement scores. The multiple regression analysis indicated that simultaneously, CT use, content knowledge (CK), pedagogical knowledge (PK), and pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) correlate slightly with student achievement, R² = .085, F(4, 148) = 3.418, p .05. This finding suggests that the four predictor variables were not good at predicting student achievement. Other external factors not included in the model may relate to student achievement. The study’s findings imply that in teaching and learning English, teachers should play the role of CT facilitators and let students take great advantage of CT on their own.
Library Services During COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Medina Hernández Ana I.
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to review how an academic library in Puerto Rico supported the demands of technology-assisted education during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study identified the challenges of providing virtual library services during public health emergencies. Likewise, librarians described their experiences with virtual reference services. The study uses a case study as a research design. Data collection was through a virtual focus group. The results indicate that the main challenges were technology availability issues, fragile Internet infrastructure, a lack of digital skills for remote work, and vulnerabilities in leadership and institutional planning. Librarians identified weaknesses in the technological infrastructure and staff skills as challenges during emergencies. This research helps generate more knowledge about the impact of digital services from Puerto Rican academic libraries in support of technology-assisted education initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, understanding librarians' perspectives regarding challenges and needs during emergencies helps develop new service policies and strengthen procedures to improve working conditions for these professionals.
A Discourse Analysis of Online Library Resources: A Study of Students’ Projects abstract
Authors: Anana Mariam , Akinola Adeyemi
Published: April 2024

Many students in tertiary institutions have not followed the normal structure of writing their projects’ abstracts. Despite lecturers' efforts to supervise students in order for them to follow projects’ writing rules, there are disparities in the patterns of writing project abstracts by undergraduate students in Nigeria. This study investigates online abstract from students’ projects submitted in partial fulfillment for the award of first degrees in Nigeria universities. It adopts Hyland’s (2000) and Swales and Feak’s (2009) Models of Move Analysis. The study also adopts a qualitative research design; with data collected at random from colleges with online abstracts of undergraduates’ projects stored in the library on-line institutional repository. Findings reveal that universities in Nigeria has no agreed patterns of abstract structure for students’ project; none of the projects has complete macro and micro patterns of abstract, and none has the concluding part of a standard abstract. The study concludes that Nigeria University students' abstract writing does not meet the acceptable global standard. However, universities should organize a project writing workshop with a greater emphasis on how to write an acceptable abstract.
Develop an Interactive Python Dashboard for Analyzing EZproxy Logs
Authors: Huff Andrew , Roth Matthew , Liu Weiling
Published: April 2024

This paper describes the development of an interactive dashboard in Python with EZproxy log data. Hopefully, this dashboard will help improve the evidence-based decision-making process in electronic resources management and explore the impact of library use.
Cord Injury and Ejaculatory Dysfunction in Young Men in a Third Level Hospital of Cali-Colombia
Authors: Castillo Liliana Arias , Angulo Belkys , Luna Alfredo Saa , Venegas Ricardo , Murgueitio Julian Alberto Herrera
Published: April 2024

The level of spinal cord injury (SCI) has been associated with ejaculatory dysfunction and mortality. The relation of ejaculatory dysfunction with the severity of the SCI is not fully studied. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out in Cali, Colombia to evaluate aspects related to the sexuality of patients with SCI. Sociodemographic, clinical characteristics and sexual behavior were evaluated. A univariate, bivariate and multivariate analysis was performed. Results: 41 patients were evaluated. The mean age of the participants was 36.0±13.3 years old. 34 (82.9%) were male. 33 (80.5%) had cervical or thoracic lesions. 21 (53.7%) were by firearms. Most patients stated that the trauma kept them from engaging in satisfactory sexual activity in spite of having sexual desire. 16 (39.2%) had severe SCI (Type A, ASIA Scale). 40 (50.6%) had a severe compromise of their sexuality. 19 (46.3%) observed impossibility to ejaculate. Of the male patients, 19 (55.9%) had no ejaculation, with no differences according to the level of lesion, however, there was a difference in ejaculatory involvement according to the type of lesion (78.9% in type A, 42.86% in type C and 0% in type E) (p < 0.05). Conclusions: Spinal cord injury was more frequent in young male population, mainly with cervical or thoracic lesions by firearms. In patients with SCI the impossibility to ejaculate was observed only according to the severity and type of lesion and no with the level of the lesion.
APLIKASI MOBILE LEARNING BERBASIS ANDROID DALAM MATERI PEMBELAHAN SEL MITOSIS UNTUK MENINGKATKAN LITERASI SAINS DAN LITERASI DIGITAL SISWA SMA
Authors: Elvita Sari Desi
Published: April 2024

Abstrak: Media pembelajaran dapat dikembangkan pada perangkat mobile yang mudah dibawa kemana saja seperti smartphone Selain itu, peserta didik juga dengan mudah dapat menafsirkan data, meningkatkan pemahaman, memadatkan informasi, manyajikan data. Mengingat materi   pembelahan Sel Mitosis merupakan materi yang sulit diamati karena tidak dapat dilihat secara langsung, sehingga siswa cepat merasa bosan. Teknologi digital dalam pembelajaran diharapkan dapat berperan sebagai alat atau media yang dapat memicu pemahaman konseptual siswa tentang objek yang dipelajari terkusus tentang Pembelahan Sel Mitosis. Saat peneliti melakukan studi literatur lebih lanjut peneliti menemukan bahwa Aplikasi pembelajaran tentang Pembelahan Sel Mitosis yang berupa aplikasi belum banyak dikembangkan. Media pembelajaran aplikasi mobile learniang berbasis android dalam materi Pembelahan Sel Mitosis yang dikembangkan oleh peneliti adalah aplikasi yang dapat di oprasikan pada jenis mobile learning berbasis android yaitu perangkat ponsel pintar dengan spesifikasi versi rom Funtouch OS 11 Global, spesifikasi ini biasa digunakan dalam beberapa merek ponsel yang digunakan oleh peserta didik pada umumnya. Aplikasi pembelahan sel yang dikembangkan oleh peneliti memiliki kelebihan yang membedakannya dengan aplikasi- aplikasi pembelajaran yang pernah ada sebelumnya diantaranya: Tidak menggunakan kuota internet, Fitur atau menu yang dimiliki memuat KD, IPK, tujuan pembelajaran, proses pembelajaran, glosarium, peta konsep, gambar,  materi, video, animasi pembelajaran, latihan soal, serta  refleksi, Fitur interaktif  disajikan dengan unik dan menarik. Dengan menggunakan menggunakan metode penelitian pengembangan (Research and  Development), dan model penelitian ADDIE yaitu: Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation,and Evaluations. penelitian pengembangan dapat menghasilkan sebuah produk media pembelajaran aplikasi mobile learning dalam materi Pembelahan Sel  Mitosis Yang berbasis android.
PENGEMBANGAN APLIKASI PRAKTIKUM VIRTUAL SISTEM PEREDARAN DARAH BERBASIS CODEIGNITER WEB FRAMEWORK UNTUK PEMBELAJARAN KETERAMPILAN PROSES SAINS SISWA SMA KELAS XI
Authors: Latifah Nurul
Published: April 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk menghasilkan produk berupa aplikasi praktikum virtual sistem peredaran darah dengan menggunakan framework CodeIgniter untuk pembelajaran keterampilan proses sains peserta didik kelas XI di sekolah MAS Al-Mahfuzhiyah yang memenuhi kualifikasi dari aspek media, aspek materi dan aspek bahasa. Penelitian ini menggunakan model pengembangan ADDIE yang memiliki 5 tahapan yaitu analysis, design, development, implementation dan evaluation. Berdasarkan hasil uji kelayakan yang dinilai oleh validator ahli media mendapatkan persentase sebesar 87,5%, validator ahli materi mendapat persentase sebesar 82,3% dan validator ahli bahasa mendapatkan presentase sebesar 85% sehingga pada uji kelayakan media aplikasi praktikum virtual sistem peredaran darah mendapatkan katagori sangat layak. Sedangkan hasil uji coba kepada peserta didik mendapatkan persentase sebesar 92,1% dengan katagori sangat layak. Kesimpulan yang didapatkan yaitu produk yang dikembangkan berupa aplikasi praktikum virtual sistem peredaran darah telah memenuhi syarat kelayakan untuk digunakan pembelajaran keterampilan proses sains peserta didik kelas XI.
ANALISIS PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN TEAMS GAMES TOURNAMENT (TGT) TERHADAP KETERAMPILAN KOLABORATIF PADA TOPIK SISTEM REPRODUKSI MANUSIA
Authors: Keliat Natalia Rosa , Alfasiwi Darda Meitania , Hastuti Susanti Pudji
Published: April 2024

Abstrak: Hasil observasi menunjukkan keterampilan kolaboratif siswa di SMP Kristen 2 Salatiga kelas IX belum sepenuhnya masuk ke dalam kategori proficient (cakap) maupun exemplary (teladan). Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh model pembelajaran TGT terhadap keterampilan kolaboratif serta analisis keterampilan kolaboratif siswa. Jenis penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif dengan metode penelitian adalah kuasi eksperimen. Subjek penelitian pada kelas IX SMP Kristen 2 Salatiga yang dipilih berdasarkan uji kesetaraan. Teknik analisis data menggunakan statistik inferensial. Berdasarkan uji wilcoxon terdapat pengaruh signifikan terhadap peningkatan keterampilan kolaboratif pada penerapan model pembelajaran TGT dengan p-value 0,000. Pada indikator bekerja secara produktif terdapat 96% siswa mencapai kategori exemplary, indikator menghargai siswa lain terdapat 88% siswa mencapai kategori exemplary, pada indikator berkompromi terdapat 92% siswa mencapai kategori exemplary, pada indikator bertanggungjawab terdapat 83% siswa mencapai kategori exemplary, dan pada indikator berkontribusi terdapat 75% siswa mencapai kategori exemplary. Persentase jumlah siswa terbanyak yang mencapai kualifikasi exemplary pada indikator kolaboratif bekerja secara produktif sebesar 96%.
Kata kunci: keterampilan kolaboratif, model pembelajaran, Teams Games Tournament (TGT)
 
Abstrack: The Observation result shown that collaboration skill of student in SMP Kristen 2 Salatiga year IX not entirely categorized as proficient or exemplary The research aims to determine the influence of the TGT learning model on the collaborative skills of ninth-grade students and analyze the collaborative skills of junior high school students. This is a quantitative descriptive research with a quasi-experimental research design. The research subjects are ninth-grade students at SMP Kristen 2 Salatiga, selected based on equivalence tests. Inferential statistics are used for data analysis. The Wilcoxon test shows a significant influence on the improvement of collaborative skills through the implementation of the TGT learning model, with a p-value of 0.000. In indicator of working productively, 96% of students reach the exemplary category; in indicator of respecting other students, 88% of students reach the exemplary category; in compromising indicator, 92% of students reach  exemplary category; in responsible indicator, 83% of students reach the exemplary category, and in contributing indicator, 75% of students reach the exemplary category. The highest percentage of students qualifying as exemplary is 96%, observed in the collaborative working productively indicator.
Key word: collaborative skills, learning model, Teams Games Tournament (TGT)
Exploration of genetic variability in Garcinia [Garcinia gummi-gutta L.(Robson)] germplasm based on growth, yield and quality traits
Authors: Bini Sundar S T , Ashokkumar G , Jaya Jasmine A , Vasanth S
Published: April 2024

Eleven Garcinia germplasm along with local check of Pechiparai were evaluated and underwent principal component analysis to assess genetic divergence and variation patterns during 2019 to 2022. The first two principal components, contributing significant Eigen values, explained 71.20% of the total variability. The Acc. Gg 9 was the top performer, exhibiting favourable yield and growth traits with lower pest and disease incidence, high biochemical compounds viz., hydroxy citric acid and tartaric acid compared to local check. Cluster analysis revealed four major clusters, offering diversity for breeding programs. Correlation studies highlighted traits such as number of fruits per tree, rind thickness, and tartaric acid showing significant positive correlations with yield per tree. Selection based on identified key traits was deemed crucial for enhancing effectiveness. Additionally, DNA fingerprinting analysis indicated the potential use of RAPD markers (OPA03570) for differentiating Kudampuli cultivar PPI (K) 1 from the local check. Overall, the present investigation provides insights into optimizing Garcinia breeding programs, emphasizing trait-based selection and DNA fingerprinting for varietal differentiation.
SA Heart: Beating strong for South Africa’s cardiovascular health
Authors: Klug Eric
Published: April 2024

The South African Heart Association (SA Heart®) stands as a vital pillar in our nation’s healthcare landscape. Our not-for-profit organisation, driven by a dedicated team and a resolute mission, serves as the powerful voice of cardiovascular care in South Africa. SA Heart®’s commitment extends far beyond advocacy – it fosters collaboration, propels research, and strives to ensure exceptional care for all South Africans, from the tiniest hearts to the most seasoned.
Evaluación del aceite esencial de Lippia alba para el control del pulgón de la papa (Hemiptera) en el cultivo de lechuga
Authors: Tacaliti María Silvia , Moreno Kiernan Alejandro Ricardo , Ricci Elisabet Mónica , Margaría Cecilia Beatriz , Viña Sonia Zulma , Tocho Érica Fernanda
Published: April 2024

El uso de productos naturales con propiedades bioactivas se está incorporando ampliamente al manejo de plagas en la agricultura como una alternativa sustentable al control químico, que se caracteriza por su impacto negativo sobre el ambiente. Algunos aceites esenciales vegetales, además de su baja toxicidad y residualidad, tienen actividad biocida. El objetivo de este trabajo fue evaluar el efecto del aceite esencial de Lippia alba quimiotipo carvona a distintas concentraciones (1, 10, 100, 1.000 y 10.000 ppm) sobre el pulgón de la papa, Aulacorthum solani (Kaltenbach), en el cultivo lechuga (Lactuca sativa variedad gallega de invierno). Para ello, se determinó la actividad biocida del aceite aplicado sobre el cuerpo del insecto y se registraron las modificaciones de los parámetros biológicos y demográficos, a través de la construcción de tablas de vida. Los ensayos fueron realizados en condiciones controladas de fotoperiodo (12 h luz: 12 h oscuridad), humedad relativa (60%) y temperatura (15°C ± 2). Se encontró que el aceite esencial de Lippia alba no provoca la muerte de los áfidos cuando es aplicado directamente sobre el cuerpo, pero modifica la longevidad, la fecundidad y la supervivencia respecto de los controles. Por ello, se concluye que el aceite esencial podría usarse como un bioinsumo alternativo al control químico tradicional en el manejo del pulgón de la papa, principalmente en las producciones hortícolas con perfil agroecológico.
Implementasi Rapid Application Development dalam membangun sistem pengelolaan keuangan Homestay Linia berbasis web
Authors: Julians Adhe Ronny , Iriani Ade , Sembiring Irwan
Published: April 2024

Dalam menjalankan suatu usaha dibutuhkan kemudahan dalam pengelolaan data keuangan, karena hal tersebut erat kaitannya tentang bagaimana data pemasukan maupun pengeluaran dapat terkelola dengan baik. Tidak adanya suatu sistem yang efisien untuk mengelola suatu data keuangan menjadi permasalahan yang ditemui pada objek penelitian ini yaitu Homestay Linia. Dalam pengelolaan data keuangan masih ditemui kerumitan-kerumitan tertentu, yang berakibat data keuangan menjadi tidak akurat serta tidak teratur. Oleh karenanya, diperlukan pembangunan sistem pengelolaan keuangan, yang dalam hal ini digunakan metode Rapid Application Development. Pengujian sistem dilakukan menggunakan metode Black Box Testing dan survei kepuasan pengguna melalui kuesioner online. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan dari sistem yang telah dibangun dan telah diuji, diperoleh nilai 100% review positif yang diberikan oleh responden. Hal ini menunjukkan sistem dapat membantu kegiatan bisnis secara efektif dan efisien.
Analisis dan perancangan sistem informasi layanan RT RW Net MR WiFi berbasis web
Authors: Asferand Arsel Tirta , Chernovita Hanna Prillysca
Published: April 2024

RT RW Net merupakan sebuah penyedia jasa internet berskala mikro (dalam satu wilayah). MR Net merupakan salah satu penyedia jasa RT RW Net yang ada di daerah Bawen. Sampai saat ini MR Net mengelola data administratif dengan metode manual yang menyebabkan kegiatan proses bisnisnya terhambat, karena itu dirancanglah sistem informasi berbasis website dengan sistem yang saling terintegrasi. Sistem ini dirancang menggunakan metode waterfall dan data yang dibutuhkan oleh perancang didapatkan dengan observasi langsung dan wawancara. Sistem informasi yang terbentuk ialah halaman login, menu dashboard, menu user, menu ticketing, menu tagihan aktif, dan menu profile. Untuk pengguna dibagi menjadi dua role, admin dan user, yang masing-masing role memiliki fungsi tersendiri. Role admin memiliki fungsi mengelola data user, tiketing, dan tagihan. Role user memiliki fungsi melihat riwayat tagihan pribadi, pengajuan tiket, dan mengelola data pribadi. Keseluruhan data akan tersimpan pada database lokal yang diharapkan dapat menunjang proses bisnis administratif, serta meminimalisir terjadinya kesalahan dan kehilangan data.
Perancangan UI/UX pada website Arttrash menggunakan metode Design Thinking
Authors: Agnestisia Amelliandha Evifania , Wenas Michael Bezaleel , Pratiwi Peni
Published: April 2024

Munculnya covid-19 memiliki pengaruh bagi Arttrash, salah satu UMKM Salatiga yang bergerak dalam bidang penjualan miniatur daur ulang limbah sampah, karena menyebabkan Arttrash mengurangi kapasitas produksi sehingga khawatir Arttrash dilupakan masyarakat. Penelitian ini membahas perancangan UI/UX berbasis website sebagai media promosi Arttrash dalam memperluas pangsa usahanya. UI/UX dirancang menggunakan metode design thinking yang merealisasikan nilai pelestarian lingkungan yang didasari dari penggunanaan bahan baku dari limbah sampah. Pendekatan kualitatif digunakan untuk mendapatkan permasalahan yang dihadapi. Rancangan UI/UX dievaluasi menggunakan metode usability testing dan didapatkan hasil bahwa design thinking memaksimalkan perancangan UI/UX website Arttrash karena membantu dalam memahami target user sehingga user merasa nyaman dan mudah dalam menjelajahi website Arttrash.
Analisis harapan UMKM terhadap program e-commerce Dinas Koperasi dan UMKM DIY (Pendekatan studi kualitatif)
Authors: Palangan Citra Yayu'
Published: April 2024

Penelitian ini menganalisis harapan UMKM terhadap program e-commerce yang telah dan sementara dilaksanakan oleh Dinas Koperasi dan UMKM DIY. Analisis harapan UMKM ini menggunakan metode open coding dengan software QDA Miner Lite. Terdapat 59 data harapan yang dianalisis dan dikodekan ke dalam 14 kode harapan. Selanjutnya, tiga harapan terbesar dipilih dari hasil analisis 14 kode tersebut. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tiga harapan terbesar UMKM adalah adanya program pelatihan dan pendampingan, pemerintah support pemasaran produk UMKM, serta pemerintah memberi support pendanaan.
Sistem penilaian kinerja pegawai di kantor Kementerian Agama Provinsi Papua Barat menggunakan metode Self Organizing Map (SOM)
Authors: Jubita Jubita , Suhendra Christian Dwi , Sanglise Marlinda
Published: April 2024

Suatu instansi pemerintahan memerlukan pegawai yang mempunyai kompetensi dan kinerja baik. Beberapa hal yang dapat berpengaruh pada kinerja pegawai yakni keahlian pribadi dan adaptasi terhadap lingkungan instansi, begitu pula yang terjadi pada kantor Kementerian Agama Provinsi Papua Barat. Permasalahannya adalah proses penilaian kinerja belum dilakukan secara ideal. Pengambilan keputusan penilaian masih bersifat subjektif, sehingga dapat berpengaruh pada penurunan mutu pegawai yang tidak sesuai dengan kinerja di lapangan. Contohnya pekerjaan tidak dapat diselesaikan oleh pegawai sesuai sasaran yang sudah ditetapkan dan pegawai tidak teliti dalam mengerjakan pekerjaan yang diberikan. Untuk mempermudah penilaian tersebut maka diperlukan aplikasi perhitungan yang akurat. Metode Self Organizing Map (SOM) digunakan untuk mengurutkan dan mengelompokkan data sehingga data yang serupa akan berdekatan satu sama lain. Dengan Bahasa R dan R Studio sebagai platform, aplikasi yang dibutuhkan dapat menghasilkan nilai perhitungan dan membentuk tiga cluster yaitu cluster kinerja sangat baik, cukup baik, dan kurang. Dari perhitungan diperoleh sebanyak 55 pegawai dengan persentase 42% masuk pada cluster dengan kinerja cukup baik, 29 pegawai dengan persentase 22% masuk pada cluster dengan kinerja kurang, dan 48 pegawai dengan persentase 36% masuk pada cluster dengan kinerja sangat baik.
The Maximization of State Non-Tax Receivables Management at The Directorate General of Law Enforcement on Environment and Forestry
Authors: Perangin-angin Anastasia , Silitonga Mala Sondang
Published: April 2024

This research investigates the problems encountered in the receivables management process by outlining the main strategies at the Directorate General of Environmental and Forestry Law Enforcement (Dirjen PHLHK). This research uses a qualitative approach and case study method. The results of this study indicate that the process of managing receivables at Dirjen PHLHK has not been optimal due to the absence of a formal SOP for receivables management, limited human resources, inefficient coordination and cooperation between internal divisions and external institutions, ineffective internal control, and inadequate facilities. Therefore, the efforts to optimize accounts receivable management at Dirjen PHLHK include making formal SOPs, making operational guidelines and technical guidelines for the implementation of receivables management, compiling a more comprehensive workload according to position class, recruiting officers who meet the qualifications of tasks and functions related to accounts receivable management, increasing awareness among related parties, implementing a more active internal control system and developing facilities and infrastructure in the implementation of receivables management by implementing a more sophisticated and sustainable technology system. The implications of the study are thoroughly discussed.
Moderating Gender in Work From Home Policy Implementation on State Civil Apparatus Performance using Multigroup Analysis
Authors: Setyarini Trisna , Wanto Alfi Haris , Sentanu I Gede Eko Putra Sri
Published: April 2024

The WFH (Work from Home) policy has significantly changed the work landscape, particularly within governmental institutions. As organizations grapple with implementing this policy, they must navigate newfound disruptions and adapt to a new way of working. Understanding how this policy is executed sheds light on its impact on employee performance and whether the implemented work system is suitable. This study analyzed the relationship between WFH policy implementation and various factors such as work productivity, worklife balance, and overall apparatus performance, with a subsequent examination of gender moderation. Data were collected through a Google forms survey from January to February 2023, targeting all East Java Region's BPS (Central Bureau of Statistics) Regency/City personnel. Results indicate that the WFH policy enhances employee performance and productivity, both directly and indirectly. However, it also appears to diminish work-life balance. Overall, no significant differences are observed between genders regarding the implementation of WFH, whether in terms of performance, work productivity, or work-life balance, either directly or indirectly. The WFH policy emerges as a viable solution, particularly during the pandemic, offering workplace flexibility and ensuring employee health security
Features and public financing of digitalization and E-Government: The case of Kazakhstan
Authors: Shevyakova Anna , Petrenko Yelena , Daribekova Aigul , Daribekova Nazgul
Published: April 2024

In Kazakhstan, for more than 20 years, the state policy on the formation of a single information space, aimed at reducing budgetary resources for the formation and maintenance of information resources of government agencies, as well as the creation of a unified communication environment. The relevance of the article is due to the following factors: the acceleration of digital modernization processes in Kazakhstan under the influence of global informatization and the consideration of the prospects of improving the efficiency of the Kazakh government through the introduction of information technology is not always recognized by society as an institutional advantage. As special methodological tools, the study used experimental, empirical and heuristic methods to analyze factors and identify problems in budget financing in the field of digitalization and E-Government in Kazakhstan. The main source of data is the Bureau of National Statistics of the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The main conclusions: there is a need for further economic and political modernization of Kazakh society through the widespread use of information technology, and in our view, the practical approach to the use of public financing to create a real e-government and the prospects for its development in Kazakhstan is interesting.
Advancing port sustainability: Essentials for a model concession agreement framework
Authors: Chlomoudis Constantinos , Kostagiolas Petros , Pallis Petros , Platias Charalampos
Published: April 2024

Concession agreements (CAs) in the port sector are designed to establish mutually beneficial arrangements for involved parties. They serve as catalysts, enabling ports to attract adept private investors and secure requisite funding to enhance port infrastructure, superstructure, and service quality. Concurrently, the imperative to mitigate negative externalities and promote sustainable practices in port organization and development remains paramount. In this context, the paper explores the nuanced landscape of CAs, specifically focusing on the urgent need for an innovative framework that integrates sustainability within port organization, operations and development. Drawing from existing academic discourse and field evidence, it systematically identifies, examines, and analyzes fundamental requirements and key factors that should be considered in CAs, in line with sustainable development and proposes a reference framework for an ideal Concession Agreement model. Despite evident strengthening of sustainability implications in port concessions, significant room for improvement persists. Nevertheless, dynamics in the field create a certain optimism for the future.
Similarity analysis study of the carbon emission metrics through fuzzy entropy clustering
Authors: Jakkaladiki Sudha Prathyusha , Janečková Martina , Malý Filip
Published: April 2024

The world has changed to a massive degree in the past thousands of years. Most of the time, the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere remains constant. In the late 18th century, according to the sources of CDIAC and NOOA, the level of carbon dioxide began to rise, and then in the 20th century, it went through the roof, reaching levels that had not been seen in nature for millions of years. The increase in carbon in the atmosphere is the major contributing factor to climate change. The key to reversing the damage is restoring the earth’s delicate, balanced carbon cycle. As carbon cycle depicts the way carbon moves around the earth. It consists of sources that emit the carbon component into the atmosphere. The biological side of the carbon cycle is well balanced due to respiration, where carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere, then plants, bacteria, and algae take carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere during photosynthesis and the process they use to generate chemical energy. On the other hand, oceans are the best sources and sinks; carbon dioxide is endlessly being absorbed into the ocean and released from the oceans almost exactly at the same rate, which is rapidly influencing the carbon cycle. Similarity is a methodology that has many applications in the real world. The current research article is destined to study how statistics of carbon emission metrics are alike and belong to one cluster. In the current study, the research is destined to derive a similarity analysis of several countries’ carbon emission metrics that are alike and often fall in the range of [0, 1]. And deriving the proximity of the carbon emission metrics leading to similarity or dissimilarity. In the current context of data matrices of numerical data, an Euclidian measure of distance between two data elements will yield a degree of similarity. The current research article is destined to study the similarity analysis of carbon emission metrics through fuzzy entropy clustering.
Experimental study of combustion and performance efficiency of diesel engine fuelled with various blends of waste plastic oil
Authors: Vispute Bhawna , Pawar Rajendra
Published: April 2024

To find the alternatives to the non renewable energy sources are futures demand and disposal of plastic waste is today’s need. Recovery of fuel oil from waste plastic gives the best option on both problems facing all over the world. The present experimental study deals with to analyze the performance and combustion parameters of oil synthesized by catalytic pyrolysis of waste polyethene; as it can be an alternative to diesel which is non renewable energy resource. Commercial diesel blend with condensed plastic oil as well as with residual plastic oil in the ratio of 10% (diesel 90% and plastic oil 10%), 20% (diesel 80% and plastic oil 20), 30% (diesel 70% and plastic oil 30%) and 50% (diesel 50% and plastic oil 50%) in volume. Combustion analysis and performance studies was carried out at 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% load condition in internal combustion engine set up under test is Kirloskar TV1 to understand the feasibility of utilizing plastic oil as substitute fuel to commercial diesel. This study proved that 50% blending gives satisfactory results for performance and combustion parameters than 100% use of commercial diesel.
Myelomatous Malignant Pleural Effusion: A Rare Case Report
Authors: Jamshidi Shirin , Akbari Farzaneh , Vedad Parisa , Rezaeetalab Fariba , Banihashemian Seyedeh Zahra
Published: April 2024

Background

Multiple myeloma (MM) is a malignant disorder of plasma cells and includes 1% of all malignancies and 10% to 13% of hematologic cancers. Multiple myeloma, characterized by malignant proliferation of plasma cells, leads to the production of monoclonal immunoglobulins. Pleural involvement by plasma cells in multiple myeloma is rare.

Case Report

We report a 61-year-old woman with myelomatous pleural effusion in MM.

Conclusion

A few cases of pleural effusion secondary to MM, in literature, with an incidence of less than 1%, were reported.
RSV Burden of Disease in Adults - a new threat
Authors: Mihaltan Florin
Published: April 2024

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is responsible for lower respiratory tract infections across all age groups worldwide. Initial exposure to RSV in infants and young children can lead to severe bronchiolitis, which has the potential to be life-threatening. Among older children and healthy adults, recurrent upper respiratory tract infections caused by RSV are frequent, varying in intensity from asymptomatic infection to symptomatic upper respiratory tract disease. The presence of specific comorbidities (cardiopulmonary conditions, including COPD and CHF, and immunocompromising conditions) increases the likelihood of severe disease in adults (1).

This editorial provides a review of the burden of RSV disease among adults, population groups at increased risk of developing severe RSV disease, the current status of surveillance systems and RSV prevention strategies in adults, including the use of RSV vaccines in adults, recently licensed for use.
Nasal cavity extramedullary plasmacytoma: literature review and clinical experience
Authors: Vivekanand Ashok , Tara Nair
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND. Extramedullary plasmacytoma is an extremely rare solitary plasma cell neoplasm that occurs in locations other than bone, without involving the bone marrow. It is commonly located in the upper aerodigestive tract. In the head and neck region, the most frequent location is the sinonasal region.

MATERIAL AND METHODS. A systemic review in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines was done with research works in PubMed, Elsevier database, Cochrane library, Web of Science, Scopus, Crossref and Google Scholar. The search was carried out using the keywords “plasmacytoma and nose”, “extramedullary plasmacytoma”, “extramedullary plasmacytoma of nose”, “plasmacytoma and nasal cavity”, and “extramedullary plasmacytoma of nasal cavity”.

RESULTS. We analysed 27 research works with a total number of 32 cases. The most common presenting symptoms were nasal cavity bleeding. The disease showed a male preponderance (78.1%). Bone erosion was seen in 7 cases. The histopathological examination showed plasma cells arranged predominantly as a uniform population or sheet-like appearance. A common immunohistochemical marker was CD138 (11 cases). Treatment was primarily radiotherapy (43.7%). We are also reporting a case of a 53-year-old male with plasmacytoma of the middle turbinate managed by wide resection and postoperative radiotherapy.

CONCLUSION. Though a less common condition, in a case of polypoidal-like lesion with bleeding tendency, the clinician should keep in mind the possibility of extramedullary plasmacytoma. The diagnosis is made with histopathological examination and immunohisto-chemistry of the tissue involved. Treatment can be radiotherapy, surgery, or a combination of modalities.
BURNOUT AND JOB SATISFACTION. A PILOT STUDY AMONG EMPLOYEES OF ROMANIAN CULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS
Authors: SABIE Oana-Matilda , POPESCU Ruxandra-Irina , CREȚU Ioana
Published: April 2024

Burnout is associated with lower levels of job satisfaction. It holds particular importance in the delivery of public services, since employees encounter both psychological-emotional and mental pressure. Due to the recent events that have set the stage for a financial crisis, employees may be forced to work longer hours and experience burnout as a result of the need for more financial resources. The findings presented in this work are applicable to the present situation and help fill the gaps in our understanding of public sector employee burnout and satisfaction levels and the factors that contribute to their development. This study presents a research conducted at the National Institute for Cultural Research and Training. The aim was to identify the levels of burnout and satisfaction among the institution's human resources. Additionally, the study aimed to determine the factors that influence both of these factors. Simultaneously, the researchers examined the relation between burnout and satisfaction among the participants. The research employed a questionnaire as the primary instrument, incorporating two validated tests from the specialised literature: the Maslach Burnout Inventory for assessing burnout levels and the Job Satisfaction Survey for measuring satisfaction levels. After careful analysis and interpretation of the data, it was found that the level of burnout among the institution's personnel is influenced by the presence of conflicts in the workplace. Regarding HR satisfaction, it was discovered that the monthly salary level has no impact on the level of satisfaction and does not lead to increased satisfaction among employees, even if they receive a larger income compared to their peers. Finally, by analysing the relationship between burnout and satisfaction, it was discovered that there exists a negative correlation between the two variables. This implies that a higher degree of burnout is associated with a lower level of satisfaction, while a lower degree of burnout is associated with a higher level of satisfaction among employees.
RESEARCH ON THE DYNAMICS OF THE PERFORMANCE POSITIONING OF THE TRADE IN SERBIA USING THE LOPCOW AND EDAS METHODS
Authors: LUKIC Radojko
Published: April 2024

Researching the dynamics of the performance positioning of trade is a very challenging, continuously current, significant, and complex issue, especially in the conditions of the application of multi-criteria decision-making methods. Based on that, this paper investigates the dynamics of the performance positioning of trade in Serbia for the period 2017 - 2022 using the LAPCOW and EDAS methods. The results of this research show the following: Serbian trade, according to the obtained results of the research on the dynamics of performance positioning using the LOPCOW-EDAS method, was the best in 2022. The following are 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 and 2017. Overall, the performance of trade in Serbia continuously improved. The factors that influenced the improvement of the dynamics of the performance positioning of trade in Serbia are geopolitical situation, economy, inflation, interest rate, employment, standard of living of the population, trade policy and strategy, foreign direct investments, new business models (multichannel sales - store and electronic, private label, sale of organic products, etc.), concept of sustainable development, energy crisis, management of human resources, asset, capital, sales and profit, digitisation of the entire business, and others. The target dynamics of the performance positioning of trade in Serbia can be achieved by effective control of these and other influential factors.
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION ON INTENTIONS OF STUDENTS IN SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Authors: MONIR Maruf Mohammad Sirajum , GEBEREMESKEL Aula Nerea
Published: April 2024

The capacity to affect change on a local and global scale about a range of political, social, environmental, and economic challenges is known as social entrepreneurship (SE). Young exposure to theory and practice of social entrepreneurship at postsecondary educational institutions is thought to influence this change. In this study, we examine the intentions of students in social entrepreneurship. This study's objective is to assess the degrees of social and entrepreneurial entrepreneurship. For the study, 150 college students served as the sample. This study examines empathy, moral duty, social support, self-efficacy, social impact, and educational level as principal motivators for social entrepreneurship intentions. The SPSS is a software program used to analyse the data and perform statistical analyses. The findings indicate that the only factors that were statistically correlated with the desire to engage in social entrepreneurship were empathy, self-efficacy, and psychological support. The association between social support and the ambitions for social entrepreneurship was shown to be unfavourable. In conclusion, the study provides insightful information for practitioners and educators who aim to foster a vibrant environment for student social entrepreneurship.
El derecho de opción establecido en el artículo 36 bis de la Ley de Concesiones de Obra Pública. Comentario a la sentencia de la Corte Suprema, de 30 de noviembre de 2017, rol N° 35.751-2017
Authors: Castro Herrera Su-xey
Published: April 2024

El artículo 36 bis de la Ley de Concesiones de Obra Pública otorga a las partes un derecho de opción a elegir cuál es el tribunal competente -Corte de Apelaciones de Santiago o Comisión Arbitral- para conocer de aquellas controversias o reclamaciones que se produzcan con motivo de la interpretación, aplicación o ejecución del contrato de concesión. Una vez constituida la Comisión Arbitral del contrato de concesión y acordadas las normas del procedimiento, las partes fijan como juez natural a la Comisión Arbitral y sustraen a la ICA Santiago de su competencia para conocer de las reclamaciones presente o futuras.
Estudios sobre los estilos de vida y su relación con la alimentación en México. Una revision
Authors: Sánchez-Vega Laura , Espinoza-Ortega Angélica
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: identificar y describir las variables y herramientas utilizadas en las investigaciones de estilos de vida en México con relación a la alimentación. Metodología: se realizó una revisión sistemática de literatura. La búsqueda de documentos se realizó en internet en la plataforma Web of Science de Clarivate, con las palabras “lifestyle”, “food”, “México o mexican” y “habitus”, con una antigüedad de diez años. Resultados: Las tres variables identificadas en la conceptualización de estilos de vida consideran: 1) características de los individuos, gustos y preferencias; 2) interacciones sociales; y 3) aspectos socioeconómicos, sin embargo se han descuidado los aspectos de espacio social y sus interacciones. Las investigaciones se han centrado en temáticas como la obesidad y diabetes principalmente, volcándose en 2020 en las modificaciones alimenticias a partir de la alerta por Covid-19. Limitaciones: no considerar en la selección de documentos otros buscadores y de palabras clave en españo. Conclusiones: el análisis de los estilos de vida hace necesario una visión holística donde las tres variables presentadas permitan tomar decisiones más acertadas sobre política pública, en ese sentido, se hace imperante ahondar en el espacio social y sus interacciones.