bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Intercultural Communication Competence and Loneliness Among Out-Of-Town Students from Central Kalimantan
Authors: Ellia Seth Kenan , Rahayu Maria Nugraheni Mardi
Published: October 2024

Out-of-town students from Central Kalimantan in the Special Region of Yogyakarta  and Central Java face challenges in adapting, becoming independent, and dealing with socio-economic difficulties, as well as experiencing a phenomenon of loneliness. This study explores the relationship between intercultural communication competence and their level of loneliness. The study uses a quantitative method with a correlational design and collects data through an online survey using a questionnaire that measures intercultural communication competence with the Intercultural Effectiveness Scale (IES) (α = 0.867) and level of loneliness with the UCLA Loneliness Scale (Version 3) (α = 0.925). The survey involved 235 overseas students from Central Kalimantan aged 18 to 24 years studying at various universities in DIY and Central Java, using the snowball sampling technique. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 23 with tests for normality, linearity assumptions, and hypothesis testing with Pearson correlation. The analysis results show a significant negative relationship between intercultural communication competence and level of loneliness (r=−0.795; p=0.000), indicating that the higher the intercultural communication competence, the lower the level of loneliness felt by students. This study emphasizes the importance of developing intercultural communication competence in reducing the level of loneliness in ouf-of-town students.Mahasiswa rantau asal Kalimantan Tengah di Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta (DIY) dan Jawa Tengah menghadapi tantangan dalam penyesuaian diri, mandiri, dan kesulitan sosial-ekonomi, serta terjadi fenomena kesepian sehingga penelitian ini mengeksplorasi hubungan antara kompetensi komunikasi lintas budaya dengan tingkat kesepian mereka. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan desain korelasional dan mengumpulkan data melalui survei daring menggunakan kuesioner yang mengukur kompetensi komunikasi lintas budaya dengan skala Intercultural Effectiveness Scale (IES) (α = 0,867) dan tingkat kesepian dengan skala UCLA Loneliness (Version 3) (α = 0,925), melibatkan 235 mahasiswa rantau asal Kalimantan Tengah yang berusia 18 sampai 24 tahun dan menempuh pendidikan di berbagai universitas di DIY dan Jawa Tengah, dengan teknik snowball sampling, analisis data dilakukan menggunakan SPSS versi 23 dengan uji asumsi normalitas, dan linearitas, serta uji hipotesis korelasi Pearson. Hasil analisis menunjukkan adanya hubungan negatif yang signifikan antara kompetensi komunikasi lintas budaya dengan tingkat kesepian (r=−0,795; p=0,000), menunjukkan bahwa semakin tinggi kompetensi komunikasi lintas budaya, semakin rendah tingkat kesepian yang dirasakan oleh mahasiswa. Penelitian ini menegaskan pentingnya pengembangan kompetensi komunikasi lintas budaya dalam mengurangi tingkat kesepian pada mahasiswa rantau.
Self-Management: Reducing Social Media
Authors: Afnur Amilza , Wicaksono Awang Setiawan
Published: October 2024

The development of technology from time to time will continue to grow rapidly with changes, especially in the field of communication and information. The development of communication and information has caused many communication delivery media to emerge that have been designed to be able to convey information in a very easy way, one of which is social media. Social media provides many conveniences that make its users feel safe in cyberspace for a long time. Most social media users are teenagers, who are easily carried away by global developments, the desire to get information, and have difficulty distinguishing between good and bad to be used as a reference for behavior. This study aims to direct students in reducing the use of social media during classroom learning. The research method used is the one group pretest-posttest experimental approach, pretest and posttest are carried out by racing against indicators of social media addiction behavior. Based on the results, the self-management strategy can reduce the use of social media in class XI students at SMK Nurul Islam Manyar.Perkembangan teknologi dari zaman ke zaman akan terus semakin pesat dengan adanya perubahan terutama pada bidang komunikasi dan informasi. Perkembangan komunikasi dan informasi ini menyebabkan banyak sekali bermunculan media penyampaian komunikasi yang sudah didesain untuk dapat menyampaikan informasi dengan cara yang sangat mudah, yaitu salah satunya media sosial. Media sosial memberikan banyak kemudahan yang membuat penggunanya bisa merasa aman di dunia maya dalam jangka waktu yang lama. Sebagian besar pengguna media sosial  adalah  remaja, yang mudah terhanyut dalam perkembangan global,  keinginan untuk mendapatkan informasi, dan kesulitan membedakan mana yang baik dan mana yang buruk untuk dijadikan acuan perilaku. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengarahkan siswa dalam mengurangi penggunaan media sosial saat pembelajaran di kelas. Metode penelitian yang digunakan yaitu pendekatan eksperimen one group pretest-posttest, pretest dan posttest dilakukan dengan berpacu pada indikator perilaku kecanduan media sosial. Berdasarkan hasil yang dilakukan strategi self management dapat mengurangi penggunaan media sosial pada siswa kelas XI di SMK Nurul Islam Manyar.
Enhancing Student Attendance with Shaping Techniques: A Targeted Case Study Approach
Authors: Cecilia Cecilia , Wicaksono Awang Setiawan
Published: October 2024

The presence of students in school learning is part of education and learning about discipline at school. However, many students do not attend school on time so this will become a bad habit for students in the future. The aim of this research is to change the behavior of coming late to school by applying shaping techniques to students at SMK Nurul Islam Gresik. The research method used is experimental. The subjects in this research were 3 students of Nurul Islam Mayar Gresik Vocational School. The data collection method uses the Behavior Contract scale instrument, which consists of 20 statements. The analysis technique used is the independent sample T test. The results of this research show that there was a decrease in tardiness behavior in subjects before and after treatment with shaping techniques. The implication of this research is that it is hoped that it can be adopted more widely as an intervention strategy in other schools to improve student discipline and attendance.Kehadiran mahasiswa dalam pembelajaran sekolah merupakan bagian dari pendidikan dan pembelajaran mengenai Kedisiplinan di sekolah. Namun, banyak mahasiswa yang tidak memenuhi kehadiran tepat waktu di sekolah sehingga akan menjadi pembiasaan yang kurang baik untuk siswa kedepannya. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengubah perilaku terlambat datang ke sekolah dengan menerapkan teknik shaping pada siswa SMK Nurul Islam Gresik. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah eksperimental. Subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah 3 orang siswa SMK Nurul Islam Mayar Gresik. Metode pengumpulan data menggunakan Instrumen skala Behavior Contract yang berjumlah 20 pernyataan Teknik Analisa yang digunakan yaitu Uji independent sample T Test. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa terjadi penurunan perilaku keterlambatan pada subjek sebelum dan sesudah dilakukan treatment dengan teknik shaping Implikasi dari penelitian ini yaitu diharapkan dapat diadopsi secara lebih luas sebagai strategi intervensi di sekolah-sekolah lain untuk meningkatkan kedisiplinan dan kehadiran siswa.
Поиск адаптивных сортов озимой мягкой пшеницы для Центрального Черноземья
Authors: Дубинкина Елена Анатольевна , Беляев Николай Николаевич
Published: October 2024

Использование новых адаптивных сортов озимой мягкой пшеницы в сельском хозяйстве является наиболее реальным средством снижения до минимума неблагоприятных последствий изменения климата, обеспечивает рост продуктивности. Изучен адаптивный потенциал сортов в различные по метеорологическим условиям годы (2020 – 2023 гг.) в условиях Центрального Черноземья. Выявлены наиболее продуктивные, экологически устойчивые сорта, формирующие урожайность на уровне 6,04 – 6,86 т/га: Вольный Дон, Донская степь, Черноземка 130, Лидия, Жаворонок, Шеф, Черноземка 115 и Базальт 2. Наиболее тяжеловесное зерно в среднем за 4 года формировали сорта Лидия (44,1 г), Жаворонок (44,0 г), Базальт 2 (44,0 г), Этюд (43,7 г), Донская степь (42,4 г) и Черноземка 130 (41,8 г). Сорта Черноземка 130, Скипетр, Черноземка 188, Лидия, Базальт 2, Жаворонок формируют хороший урожай за счет количества зерен в колосе (40,7 – 47,1 шт.); Черноземка 130, Московская 40, Московская 56, Лидия — за счет массы зерна 1 колоса (1,71 – 1,88 г). Наиболее высокие массовые доли сырых клейковины и протеина в зерне имели соответственно сорта: Московская 40 — 32,8 и 16,2 %; Московская 56 — 28,5 и 14,9 %; Этюд — 28,4 и 14,1 %; Жаворонок — 27,6 и 14,5 %; Шеф — 26,8 и 14,9 %; Черноземка 188 — 26,6 и 15,8 %; Лидия — 26,4 и 14,8 %. Предлагается использовать при производстве зерна озимой мягкой пшеницы систему взаимодополняющих сортов.
VASİYET ALACAKLISININ VASİYETİ REDDİ (TMK m. 616)
Authors: Koyuncu Aktaş Nihan
Published: October 2024

Vasiyetin reddi, tek bir madde ile Türk Medeni Kanunu (TMK) m. 616 hükmünde düzenlenmektedir. Bu madde uyarınca aksi tasarruftan anlaşılmadıkça vasiyetin reddinden vasiyet yükümlüsü yararlanır. Maddede vasiyetin reddinin sadece sonucunun düzenlenmesi bu konuda yanıtlanması gereken birçok soruya sebebiyet verir. Bunların başında vasiyetin reddinin hukuki niteliği gelir. Alacağın reddi kavramına yabancı hukuk sistemimizde TMK m. 616 hükmü, alacak hakkından tek taraflı feragati mümkün kılan özel bir düzenlemedir. Bunun temelinde yer alan ihtiyaca göre vasiyete temel teşkil eden şekli anlamda ölüme bağlı tasarruflar ele alınarak vasiyetin reddinin hukuki niteliğine bağlı sonuçlar şekillenir. Bu kapsamda vasiyetname ile yapılan vasiyet ile miras sözleşmesi yoluyla yapılan vasiyette vasiyet alacaklısı lehine doğan alacak hakkı bir ret hakkı ile dengelenmeyi aynı düzeyde gerektirir mi sorusunun yanıtı aranmaktadır.
Vasiyetin reddinin mirasın reddine ilişkin hükümler arasında yer alması, vasiyetin reddi ile mirasın reddi arasında bir karşılaştırma yapmayı gerekli kılar. İki kavramın birbirinden farkı mirasın reddinin kıyasen uygulanmasını engeller. Bu nedenle vasiyetin reddinin şekli, süresi ve hükümlerinin ayrıca incelenmesi gerektiği kanaatine ulaşılmaktadır.
New approaches in the fern genus Pteris (Pteridaceae) from Brazil
Authors: Hirai Regina Y. , Mynssen Claudine M. , Prado Jefferson
Published: October 2024

Background and aims: Pteris is widely distributed with ca. 65 species in the Tropics. In Brazil, 24 species were recognized and five of them are endemic to the Atlantic Forest. The objective of the present paper is to re-evaluate the taxonomy of Pteris occurring in Brazil, based on new morphological evidence of old and recent specimens deposited in herbaria, analysis of types, and observations in the field.
M&M: The new approaches are based on morphological data such as SEM images of the spores and from the examination of herbarium collections mainly from SP and RB Herbaria.
Results: Four species are being recognized in the present paper (P. lata, P. organensis, P. praealta, and P. sericea). For two of them, two new combinations into Pteris are presented: P. organensis and P. praealta. A key to distinguishing the newly recognized species and its relative taxa, as well as descriptions, illustrations, and comments are presented in this paper.
Conclusions: By reviewing herbarium materials, mainly observing the morphology of the spores, and collecting more specimens in the field, it was possible to recognize three species (Pteris lata, P. organensis, and P. praealta) in Brazil and also verify the correct application of the name Pteris sericea to the Brazilian plants. All these names had been previously synonymized in previous studies. After this study, 27 species of Pteris are recognized in Brazil.
Spore viability of fern species of the genera Amauropelta, Blechnum, and Physematium from central Argentina after low temperature storage
Authors: Martinenco M. Luz , Arana Marcelo D. , Luna M. Lujan
Published: October 2024

Background and aims: Ferns are sensitive to environmental changes, inhabiting ecosystems susceptible to degradation. Spore banks and in vitro spore culture are useful tools employed in their conservation. The objective was to test the ability of the spores to germinate after being stored in a freezer and to develop gametophytes and sporophytes, in native fern species of genera Amauropelta, Blechnum and Physematium.
M&M: Spores of A. argentina, B. auriculatum and P. montevidensis were stored at -20 ºC in dry conditions for 6 and 12 months. They were sown in vitro in Dyer liquid medium and incubated in a growth chamber. The means of germination percentages were calculated and a one-way Student’s t-test was employed. Gametophyte and sporophyte development was registered under light and stereoscopic microscopes.
Results: Depending on the species, statistical differences were recorded in germination percentages (viability) between both storage periods. The spores of A. argentina kept in freezer for 12 months completely lost viability. In B. auriculatum, viability decreased over time, and in P. montevidensis it remained constant. Gametophytes and sporophytes developed in all cultures; except in A. argentina spores, with 12 months in freezer.
Conclusions: The viability of the spores under dry storage at low temperature could be conditioned by the ecological requirements of the species. Protocols used for spore storage and culture allowed obtaining gametophytes and sporophytes in trials.
Helechos y licofitas del sudeste del Sistema de Tandilia (Buenos Aires, Argentina): composición, afinidad biogeográfica y patrones de diversidad ecológica
Authors: Sottile Gonzalo D. , O' Connor Tomás , Burgos Herrera Gonzalo , Wraage Carolina P. , Suárez Patricia A.
Published: October 2024

Background and aims: The Tandilia system is a fundamental refuge for a highly diverse biota throughout the wide climatic variability of the mid-late Cenozoic that affected the Pampean steppe, especially for fern and lycophyte flora. The geology and proximity to the sea in the southeast of the Tandilia system raise questions about the composition and biogeographical affinities of the fern and lycophyte flora. Furthermore, given the anthropogenic landscape transformation, it is necessary to inventory the status of the frequency and microenvironments in which these species develop. Thus, we present an inventory and frequency of ferns and lycophytes of the southeast of Tandilia associated with different microenvironments and biogeographical affinity and develop a dichotomous key for the area.
M&M: We collected fern and lycophyte between 2006 and 2024 in Balcarce and General Pueyrredon hill ranges and they were compared with those fern and lycophyte flora from Ventania and Tandilia.
Results: This study shows that 51% of the ferns and licophytes reported at Tandilia rangeland System develope in the southeastern of Tandilia. An increase of AustroBrazilian elements and decrease of Austral-Antarctic elements were observed, linked to latitudinal and biogeographical aspects. Adaptive traits related to a water availability gradient and different microenvironments were established. Eight species were cataloged as rare due to their low frequency.
Conclusions: The results highlight the need to plan conservation areas for the fern and lycophyte flora of the Tandilia mountain system.
Exploring User Experiences with E-wallet DANA among Indonesian Millennials: E-satisfaction and E-loyalty Analysis
Authors: Wati Ina Kartika , Soma Abdul Mukti , Ispriyahadi Heri
Published: October 2024

Millennials have been significantly shaped by advancements in internet technology, affecting their preferences and behaviors. This generation is characterized by comfort with digital tools, multitasking abilities, and a preference for flexibility. As technology evolves, millennials will also encounter challenges like the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO), which is particularly evident in the financial sector, which drives the adoption of digital payment systems and fintech solutions. This study analyzes millennial satisfaction with DANA, a prominent digital payment system in Indonesia, and investigate how satisfaction predicts loyalty. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 150 respondents, all of whom were millennials, using DANA via Google Forms on a 5-point Likert scale. This study employed Partial Least Squares (PLS) statistics to examine the correlation between customer satisfaction and loyalty. The results reveal a strong positive correlation, underscoring the importance of user satisfaction as a key driver of loyalty. These findings provide valuable insights for developing marketing strategies and enhancing customer retention in the digital payment industry.
Impact of Artificial Intelligence Chatbots on Student Well-being and Mental Health: A Systematic Review
Authors: Alsayed Sana , Assayed Suha Khalil , Alkhatib Manar , Shaalan Khaled
Published: October 2024

Students in schools and colleges face some challenges, including rigorous academic schedules, academic work load, standardized tests, and assignments deadline, which can contribute to significant stress and mental health risks. Thus, numerous studies have been conducted to control stress between students, such as self-guided stress management programs. This paper reviews several studies published between 2019 and 2023 exploring the impacts of deploying state-of-the-art artificial intelligence chatbots which are used to boost and manage psychological disorders and mental health symptoms such as anxiety, depression, fear, and worry between prospective and current undergraduate students. This study outlines the key phases of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA). It begins with screening (115) articles and subsequently includes (13) articles for intensive review, which all focus on psychological disorders and mental health conditions that can be influenced by the conversational agents and chatbots. However, the results revealed that anxiety and depression are the main psychological disorders that can be influenced by conversational agents and chatbots. Moreover, this review revealed multiple cases of universities and schools, emphasizing the implementation of chatbots for both learning and advising functions.  The Systematic Literature Review (SLR) in this study is constrained to the specific databases, and the search keywords were limited to the article title fields only; which excluded the abstracts. This could have caused some missing relevant studies. In future work, other essential databases will be included, such as Scopus and WoS. In addition, we will include more information about the technique and the complexities of using the chatbot as it may have a significant impact on student behaviors and emotions.
Emotional Intelligence and Teacher Productivity and Performance in Public Elementary Schools: An Input for a School-Based Intervention Program
Authors: Galang Haide J. , Yazon Alberto D. , Bandoy Marcial , Buenvenida Lerma P. , Manaig Karen A.
Published: October 2024

Emotional intelligence (EI) is crucial to every individual's well-being. It is a significant factor in establishing positive relationships, especially in the post-pandemic era. Teachers play vital roles in education as they are the front liners who directly interact with learners, parents, and stakeholders. Therefore, they should have a strong EI to employ constructive approaches in managing their school environment. Therefore, educational leaders and school administrators must recognize how personal challenges impact teachers' emotional intelligence, particularly during the pandemic, by establishing reliable support mechanisms that foster a positive learning atmosphere. These resources can help teachers manage personal issues and empower them to support their students effectively.  The study analyzed the impact of Emotional Intelligence on teachers’ productivity and performance as input for a school-based intervention program. This descriptive research utilized a quantitative correlation approach. A simple random sampling technique was employed to determine the population sample size. The questionnaire was sent to 655 target respondents from two sub-offices of the Division of Laguna, Department of Education, Philippines, through two methods: via a Google link or using paper and pen, with the permission of their school heads. The questionnaire was sent to the target participants in two ways: through a Google link or through paper-and-pen with the permission of the participants’ school heads. The results revealed that the respondents demonstrated high emotional intelligence but average stress management. On the other hand, they were both at high levels in terms of productivity and performance. The relationship between emotional intelligence and teachers’ productivity exhibited moderate correlations, while there was a strong correlation between Emotional Intelligence and Teaching Performance. Finally, some demographic factors influenced the relationship between emotional intelligence (EI) and Teaching Performance. Most school interventions focus on skill development, curriculum development, teaching methodologies, or student support systems, and Emotional Intelligence is often neglected. Providing emotional support to teachers is important for recognizing how their emotional states impact their effectiveness and the learning environment. This support can help to continually enhance productivity and performance, leading to better learning outcomes.
Attitude to weapons and military culture of the Adyghe population in the Republic of Adygea
Authors:   Institute of Ethnology and Anthropology. N.N. Miklukho-Maclay of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Murat Yu. Donezhuk
Published: October 2024

The article examines how modern Circassians living in the Republic of Adygea relate to the issues of carrying weapons, serving in the army, as well as elements of traditional military culture. The results acquired from two ethnosociological studies suggest that modern Circassians have nearly the same attitude toward weapons as the people of the Russian Federation as a whole, i.e. they mostly oppose the licensing of particular types of military weapons. It is also clear that, for re-spondents, traditional military culture has lost its relevance. The respondents believe that a man is a warrior, this is rather a spiritual state, while in traditional culture it was believed that this is a certain complex in which weapons play the crucial role. A whole range of reasons influenced such changes, including the standardization of the youth education system, a targeted disarmament pol-icy, and the establishment of relative calm in the region at the end of the 19th century.
Features of representation of the concept bauur in the Karachay-Balkarian language picture of the world
Authors:   Kabardino-Balkarian State University named after H.M. Berbekov, Mariam A. Akhmatova , Aslanbiy M. Kuchmezov ,   Kabardino-Balkarian State University named after H.M. Berbekov
Published: October 2024

The article examines the concept of BAUUR (Liver) in the Karachay-Balkarian linguistic picture of the world. This concept covers a fairly wide range of metaphorical images, including at the lev-el of phraseology. The subject of the study was the anthropomorphic metaphorical features that make up the figurative content of the BAUUR concept, and the means of their linguistic verbaliza-tion. When studying this concept, researchers identified some of its universal features, which con-tribute to the ethnic uniqueness in the worldview. It was also revealed that phraseological units with the BAUUR component in the Karachay-Balkar language are widely used to express various emotional and expressive meanings. In the Karachay-Balkar language, as in many Turkic lan-guages, the liver is one of the spiritual and mental centers of a person. The liver can correlate with the soul and heart, and in some cases, people can use it to express various expressions, such as the meaning of breast “kyokurek”. As a result of the analysis, the main types of metaphorical features included in the figurative content of this concept were identified.
Migrations of North Caucasians to the Ottoman Empire: initial stage (1858-1862)
Authors:   V.I. Abaev North Ossetian Institute for Humanitarian and Social Studies of the Vladikavkaz Scientific Centre of RAS, Georgy V. Chochiev
Published: October 2024

The article traces the process of formation of a stable and massive migration flow of representa-tives of the peoples of the North Caucasus to the Ottoman Empire in the period from the end of 1858 to the middle of 1862, conditionally identified as the initial stage of the Caucasian muhaji-rism. Involvement of a significant range of published Russian and predominantly unpublished Turkish and British archival documents along with modern domestic and foreign historiography allows us to expand and clarify our knowledge on the socio-economic, internal and external rea-sons and accompanying circumstances of the said resettlement, its dynamics and evolution, quan-titative and ethnic parameters, as well as the approaches and steps in this sphere of official St. Pe-tersburg and Istanbul. While recognizing the unified, pan-Caucasian nature of this socio-migrational phenomenon, attention is drawn to certain specificities in its nature, intensity and scale in different parts of the region.
The Role of The Technopreneur In Overcoming Global Sustainability Challenges: A Mental Accounting Perspective
Authors: Maragita Maragita , Rahayu Agustina , Indrawan Andri
Published: October 2024

This research examines the role of thechnopreneurs in overcoming global sustainability challenges from a mental accounting perspective. The aim of this research is to understand and analyze how technopreneurs can contribute to overcoming various challenges related to global sustainability through innovation and evironmentally friendly technology. The method used is literature study. The results of this research show a close relationship between technopreneurship, global sustainability, and mental accounting perspectives in the context of UMKM. Technological innovation increases efficiency and solves waste problems, while social media and e-commerce expand market reach at low costs. The mental accounting perspective plays a role in cost allocation, use of digital technology, innovation and risk management. Mental accounting, with its focus on effective and efficient short-term control, has the potential to be counterproductive to global sustainability, which requires expensive costs to obtain long-term benefits. Nevertheless, mental accounting still needs to be campaigned for all accountants to pay attention to environmental sustainability so that mental accounting develops not only in the short term but also in the long term. So that the integration of technopreneurship and sustainability principles supported by an appopriate mental accounting perspective can increase the added value of UMKM businesses while supporting global sustainability.
Tax Knowledge Analysis of Millennials and Generation Z for Sustainability Development in Indonesia
Authors: Rhamadan M. Taufik , Rifainy Amnila Hanisah , Wahyuni Citra Tri
Published: October 2024

Sustainable development is increasingly recognized as essential for addressing global challenges, including economic inequality and environmental degradation. As younger generations come of age, their knowledge and attitudes towards sustainability become crucial in shaping future policies and practices. In Indonesia, the millennial and Generation Z cohorts represent a significant portion of the population, and their understanding of tax knowledge and its implications for sustainability development has not been extensively studied. Tax policies are pivotal in funding sustainable initiatives, yet their effectiveness largely depends on public comprehension and engagement. Despite the critical role of taxation in financing sustainability, there is limited research on the tax knowledge of Millennials and Generation Z in Indonesia, particularly in how this knowledge influences their views on sustainable development. This study aims to analyze the level of tax knowledge among Millennials and Generation Z in Indonesia and assess how this knowledge impacts their perspectives on sustainability development. The goal is to identify gaps in tax education and its correlation with sustainable practices. The analysis reveals varying levels of tax knowledge within these generational groups, with notable discrepancies affecting their understanding of how tax policies contribute to sustainability goals. Findings indicate that while both cohorts exhibit some awareness, there are significant gaps that hinder their effective participation in sustainability efforts. This research introduces a novel approach by linking tax knowledge directly to sustainability attitudes among Indonesian Millennials and Generation Z, offering new insights into the intersection of taxation and environmental stewardship. The study underscores the need for enhanced tax education tailored to younger generations to bridge knowledge gaps and foster greater engagement in sustainability initiatives. Policy recommendations include integrating comprehensive tax education into curricula and public awareness campaigns to better align tax knowledge with sustainable development objectives.
Digital Marketing and its Role in Customer Engagement
Authors: Mohammed Sanaa Jasim
Published: October 2024

The study aims to understand and measure the role of digital marketing (DM) (attraction, engagement, retention, learning, communication) in achieving customer engagement (CE), as digital marketing has become one of the most important practices controlling sales and purchase operations at both local and global levels. The main objective of the research is to identify whether electronic marketing practices add value by converting the product into something that satisfies the customer. Thus, electronic marketing significantly contributes to facilitating and supporting electronic businesses. The research was applied to a sample of 45 customers who interact with the company and those who do not engage with electronic marketing practices during the time period of 2022-2023. Based on the research results and hypothesis analysis, the researcher recommends using creative methods to reach customers via the Internet, employing promotional strategies to attract them to the website, and ensuring customer immersion in advertising participation. Additionally, there is a need to retain current customers and attract new ones by creating communication channels.
Impact of Human Resources in Indian Oil Companies: Evolution, Challenges, and Future Trends
Authors: Kumar Praveen , Salman  , Sahu Nand Lal
Published: October 2024

This study analyses the evolution, current challenges, and future human resource (HR) management trends within Indian oil companies. It seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of how HR practices have developed over time, the obstacles faced by HR departments today, and the strategic directions necessary for future growth and adaptation. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data. Primary data were collected through surveys and interviews with HR professionals and employees in major Indian oil companies. Secondary data were drawn from industry reports, academic literature, and company records. The study utilizes thematic analysis to identify critical trends and challenges and statistical analysis to quantify the impact of various factors on HR practices. The study finds that HR practices in Indian oil companies have evolved from traditional administrative roles to strategic partners in business development. Current challenges include managing a diverse and technologically evolving workforce, adapting to global economic fluctuations, and addressing regulatory compliance issues. Future trends suggest an increased focus on digital transformation, diversity and inclusion, and strategic workforce planning. The findings offer valuable insights for HR practitioners and policymakers in Indian oil companies. They highlight the need for innovative HR strategies to address emerging challenges, such as integrating advanced technologies and fostering an inclusive work environment. The study also recommends improving HR practices to enhance organizational performance and employee satisfaction.
Advantages Of Organizing Outsourcing In Uzbekistan
Authors: Rakhmonova Aziza Tolibovna
Published: October 2024

In this article, based on the implementation of the latest changes and reforms program, the development of entrepreneurship in the service sector, in particular, outsourcing, a relatively new form of business is entering Uzbekistan. Outsourcing is a modern form of business and the economic and legal basis for its implementation in Uzbekistan is given, and the advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing to business entities are described in detail.
The Impact of Sustainability Reporting on the Earnings Response Coefficient of the Iraqi-Listed Companies
Authors: Ghazi Rawaa , Fakhari Hossein , Kamyabi Yahya
Published: October 2024

This study examines the impact of sustainability reporting on the Earnings Response Coefficient (ERC) of companies listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange. The ERC reflects the effect of unexpected earnings on stock returns, and sustainability reporting is expected to enhance company legitimacy and trust, potentially increasing the ERC. Despite the growing importance of sustainability practices, there is limited research on their influence on the ERC in emerging markets like Iraq. Using data from 33 firms from 2012-2022 and employing multiple linear regression with panel data analysis, the results indicate that Iraqi companies experience only slight improvements in ERC through sustainability reporting. These findings suggest that sustainability reporting can enhance a company's reputation and legitimacy, contributing to increased ERC. The study highlights the need for policymakers to strengthen sustainability reporting requirements and provides insights for investors seeking to optimize portfolios based on corporate sustainability compliance.
The Impact of Utilizing an Auxiliary Device During Muscle Stretching Exercises on the Performance of Para Powerlifting, Positive Mechanical Work, and Torso Flexibility
Authors: Burhan Wisam Yaseen
Published: October 2024

This study is to identify the impact of utilizing an auxiliary device during muscle stretching exercises on the performance of Para powerlifting, positive mechanical work, and torso flexibility. The experimental method in a one-group manner with a pre- and post-test has been used. The research community is the weightlifting team athletes in the Iraqi National Paralympic Committee. They are (8) athletes, from various weight categories, and aged (20-35) years. The average calculation of their weight and deviations was (68.92 ± 16.12), and the average calculation of their length and deviations was (71.22 ± 9.47). As for field research procedures, muscle stretching exercises have been conducted with an auxiliary device. The device will help by giving high flexibility to the torso, which in turn enables the athlete to increase the height of the chest while performing the lift. The training took place over a (6) week period, with (4) training units per week. The most important conclusions reached by the Researcher are: muscle stretching exercises are done using an auxiliary device have improved performance by reducing the lifting distance as a result of increasing torso flexibility and reducing positive mechanical work.
Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Electoral Development in Nigeria: An Evaluation of the Opportunities and Challenges
Authors: Epelle Prof. Alafuro , Iheanyichukwu Asiegbu, Victor , Anderson Dennis
Published: October 2024

Elections play a crucial role in promoting democratic progress and should be carried out with utmost credibility and transparency. Utilizing ICT in the implementation of elections offers countries the chance to ensure the proper execution of electoral processes. This research investigates the relationship between information and communication technology (ICT) and the progress of elections in Nigeria. The study posed two research questions: what are the potential obstacles impeding the utilization of Information Communication Technology frameworks for the execution of elections in Nigeria? What are the potential benefits of using Information Communication Technology (ICT) in the electoral process in Nigeria, specifically in terms of the connection between ICT and elections in the country? The study used a descriptive research design and the Technological Determinism Theory as its framework of analysis. The study gathered data from secondary sources, including government papers, media stories, and journals. Content analysis was used to examine and interpret the obtained data. The research results demonstrate that ICT may significantly enhance the implementation of elections in Nigeria when properly employed, while also revealing that elections in Nigeria continue to face certain obstacles. The study recommends that INEC should reassess its ICT frameworks to address potential weaknesses, while the government should guarantee strict compliance with the provisions of the Electoral Act 2022. Upon completion of the above, a significant transformation in the way we carry out our electoral processes will occur.
The Economic Background of City Councilmembers
Authors: Straus Graham
Published: October 2024

Is local politics shaped by groups and interests or party and ideology? Classic literature posits that local politics differs from national politics and centers on groups and interests rather than ideology, especially in settings with nonpartisan elections. A separate literature casts doubt on this, finding a connection between partisan voting, local ideology, and policy mimicking the federal level and without reference to groups and interests. In this paper, I use a large original dataset on the professional backgrounds of city councilors to provide a link between the evidence for both theories. I look at city council candidates from all 477 cities in California between 1996 and 2021, observing both candidates’ career histories through their ballot designations and party affiliations through their public voter records. I find that liberal cities have more career politicians, non-profit workers, and service based professionals running for and holding office, while conservative cities have more military and law enforcement workers and business types running for and holding office. Career politicians, non-profit workers, and service based professionals are more likely to be registered as Democrats and military and law enforcement workers and business types are more likely to be registered Republicans. In this case group membership and party affiliation are tightly coupled.
Dante’s portrayal of lust and the lustful in Terrace 7 as a reflection of medieval attitudes towards sex and sexuality.
Authors: De Quevedo Sagrillo Henrique
Published: October 2024

This paper explores Dante’s portrayal of lust and the lustful in Terrace 7 of Purgatorio, examining how it reflects and challenges medieval attitudes towards sex and sexuality. While Dante aligns with traditional theological views, notably Aquinas' interpretation of lust as a psychological vice rooted in excessive desire and the distortion of reason, he also perpetuates medieval gender stereotypes by using female characters to symbolize heterosexual lust. However, his treatment of homosexuality diverges from prevailing medieval norms. Instead of condemning sodomy with harsh, sexualized punishments, as was common in art and vision literature, Dante presents the sodomites in Terrace 7 as penitents purging their excessive love through purifying flames. This nuanced portrayal, influenced by classical and twelfth-century gay literature, contrasts with the violent societal and ecclesiastical views of homosexuality in the thirteenth century. Ultimately, Dante’s depiction of lust is multifaceted—both reflecting orthodox theological views on sin while offering a more compassionate treatment of homosexuality, challenging conventional medieval notions of sexuality.
A Model of Phenomenal Experience Based on a Dialectical Framework
Authors: Malikov Daniel
Published: October 2024

This paper consists of four sections. First is Ethical statement, where we discuss some risks of creating an artificial phenomenal experience. In Introduction we establish some common ground for our model with the topic of Minimal phenomenal experience. Then we present our model, which is based on our dialectical framework and distinguishes between consciousness and cognition as structurally and functionally distinct phenomena. The model outlines the flow from sensory data and suggests that sophisticated brains can process second-order abstractions, termed virtual objects, which are the only objects available for conscious control. A possible approach to a simulation is mentioned. Further, we make some predictions and inferences from the model.
Optimized Machine Translation of Technical Acronyms Using Large Language Models: A Workflow-based Approach
Authors: Kaleigha Brian , Glassford Benedict , Barros Christian , Stonebridge Oliver
Published: October 2024

Machine translation systems often struggle with the accurate interpretation of technical acronyms, particularly in domain-specific contexts where the same acronym may have multiple meanings. A novel workflow was developed to enhance acronym detection and translation accuracy by modifying the LLaMA model through targeted fine-tuning and hierarchical attention mechanisms. This workflow, tested on a diverse dataset of domain-specific texts, demonstrated substantial improvements in both translation accuracy and computational efficiency, outperforming baseline models across several metrics. The integration of caching and post-processing techniques further optimized the system for scalability, making it suitable for handling large volumes of technical documents. Results indicate that the workflow significantly reduces errors in acronym disambiguation, ensuring precise translations in critical fields such as medicine, engineering, and computer science. The approach is poised to enhance the quality of machine translations where technical terminology must be accurately conveyed, reducing ambiguity and improving communication across specialized industries.
Dante's portrayal of the excommunicated within medieval ideas about excommunication.
Authors: De Quevedo Sagrillo Henrique
Published: October 2024

This paper examines Dante’s portrayal of the excommunicated in Canto III of Purgatorio, contextualising it within medieval ideas about excommunication. Dante's depiction reflects a complex interplay of traditional theological teachings, evolving canon law, and his own critique of Church authority. Medieval excommunication, often seen as both a spiritual and social severance, is mirrored in Dante's portrayal of the excommunicates as a wandering, ostracised group, denied entry into Purgatory proper and forced into extended penance. Influenced by canonical developments that emphasised excommunication as a remedial rather than purely punitive measure, Dante diverges by offering excommunicated souls eventual salvation through repentance, bypassing the Church’s role as an intermediary. The character of Manfred, in particular, challenges papal authority by finding direct reconciliation with God, thereby critiquing the Church’s political use of excommunication. Yet, Dante paradoxically reinforces Church judgement by branding Manfred with a symbolic wound, likening him to the schismatics in Inferno. This paper explores how Dante's portrayal simultaneously aligns with and critiques medieval views, revealing his nuanced position on the limits of ecclesiastical authority over the afterlife.
Semantic fluency is associated with reduced temporal discounting
Authors: Akilov Danielle , Lempert Karolina Maria
Published: October 2024

People vary in their temporal discounting, the tendency to prefer smaller, sooner rewards over larger, later rewards. Higher temporal discounting (i.e., more impatience) is associated with detrimental behaviors, such as substance abuse and physical inactivity. Therefore, understanding the cognitive capacities underlying individual differences in temporal discounting is important. Previous research has suggested that episodic memory supports future-oriented decision making by facilitating prospection, but an association between episodic memory abilities and temporal discounting has not yet been established in a cognitively normal population. One potential reason for this lack of an association is that semantic memory, not episodic memory, underlies reduced temporal discounting. After all, semantic memory provides the conceptual “scaffolding” for imagining the future. Here we tested the hypothesis that semantic memory is negatively associated with temporal discounting in an online study of 203 adults. We assessed semantic memory function in two ways: a semantic fluency task and a Deese-Roediger-McDermott (DRM) false memory recognition task. The semantic fluency task measures voluntary semantic memory retrieval, while the false memory paradigm assesses the extent to which semantic information biases episodic retrieval. We found that better semantic fluency was associated with reduced temporal discounting, even after controlling for letter fluency, age, gender, education, and socioeconomic status. However, false memory rate was not a significant predictor of temporal discounting. These findings provide novel evidence that semantic memory retrieval abilities may support future-oriented decisions.
Tag! You’re Home! Reunification of Pet Cats with Their Owners Using a Community Engagement Approach: A Community Case Report
Authors: Dalrymple Aimee , Stively Nina , Kreisler Rachael
Published: October 2024

Return to Owner (RTO) rates for cats are reported as low as 2%. However, the percentage of recovered pet cats found within their own neighborhoods ranges from 66-75%. Loudoun County Animal Services, an open-admission shelter with an annual intake of 2,300 animals (46% cats), developed the Tag! You’re Home! Program (TYHP). TYHP encourages finders to return un-microchipped healthy social adult cats to their neighborhoods with a collar containing the shelter's contact information. Finders can return them for intake after five days. Between 7/1/2022 and 12/31/2023, 476 stray cats were admitted, 253 (53%) of which were adults. Of 32 cats enrolled in TYHP as an alternative to intake, 31% were confirmed RTO via owner contact, 31% did not require additional services, 19% were brought back for intake, 13% were kept by finders, and 6% were rehomed by finders. For the cats admitted, the adult RTO rate was 28%. Cats RTOed through the shelter were found a median of 0.27km (IQR 0.07-2.5), or approximately 2.7 city blocks, from home. Over 80% of TYHP cats did not require shelter intake, with a 31% confirmed RTO rate. The TYHP reduced intake of adult stray cats by 9% while maintaining similar RTO rates.