bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Ombudsman jako národní lidskoprávní instituce
Authors: Doubek Pavel
Published: July 2023

Národní lidskoprávní instituce jsou v současnosti významným aktérem ochrany a prosazování lidských práv. Přestože byly zřízeny ve 120 zemích světa a většině zemí Evropské unie, v České republice tato instituce dosud chybí. Článek si klade za cíl posoudit možnost zřízení tohoto „hlídacího psa“ lidských práv na půdorysu stávající instituce veřejného ochránce práv (ombudsmana), což je řešení, které se opakovaně objevuje v odborné debatě. Kritické zhodnocení tohoto modelu vyvolává několik zásadních otázek souvisejících s tradiční ombudsmanskou rolí a monokratickým řízením instituce. Lze od úřadu řízeného jediným ombudsmanem očekávat, že naplní požadavek plurality, který je pro funkci národní lidskoprávní instituce charakteristický? A daří se ombudsmanovi sladit svoji tradiční roli „ochránce před úřady“ s množstvím lidskoprávních působností, které již vykonává?
Inštitút spolupracujúceho obvineného – najefektívnejší prostriedok boja proti organizovanej trestnej činnosti?
Authors: Vrtíková Karin
Published: July 2023

Predložený príspevok je venovaný poznatkom týkajúcim sa konkrétneho ústavu spolupracujúceho obvineného v zmysle slovenskej legislatívy. Neoddeliteľnou súčasťou predkladaného vedeckého príspevku sú aplikačné problémy, ktorých analýza poslúži ako základ a východisko pre prípadné návrhy de lege ferenda. Čitateľ bude v danej problematike oboznámený s českým aj talianskym právnym poriadkom a z takto získaných informácií budú vyzdvihnuté jednotlivé nastavenia zahraničných právnych úprav, ktoré by mohli v budúcnosti slúžiť ako základ pre domáce právne úpravy. Na druhej strane poukážeme aj na problematické oblasti, ktorým čelia predmetné právne predpisy. Sme presvedčení, že takáto dôkladná analýza poskytne nielen čitateľovi, ale dúfajme, že aj akademickej obci náležité zistenia, ktoré budú prínosom pre právny poriadok našej republiky a vytvoria priestor na ďalšiu diskusiu.
Implementasi Pendidikan Entrepreneur di PTKI
Authors: Hosen Hosen
Published: July 2023

PTKI offers entrepreneurship education. This paper provides a systematic explanation of the importance of PTKI entrepreneurship education. This paper also assumes that PTKI students will begin to recognize and start businesses as a result of entrepreneurship education. In order to prepare students to become independent workers or business owners in the future, entrepreneurship can be taught through inculcating entrepreneurial values. An integrated curriculum developed at the Islamic Religious College (PTKI) that applies principles and methodologies for the development of life skills in students is a feature of entrepreneurship-oriented education. This research is a library research, namely a study in which data collection is carried out by collecting data from various literatures. This research is also an analytic descriptive research, namely trying to present data related to the Implementation of Entrepreneur Education in PTKI This research results that through entrepreneurship education it will prepare PTKI students to be more able to compete in the job market, have quality and expertise, have a strong work ethic, and perform well in the institution where they work, and have new ideas while serving. . They can demonstrate their value in a variety of development endeavors, including development programming, agency management, business operations, and other social endeavors. If PTKI alumni were previously educated as entrepreneurs, they are believed to have higher quality, expertise, and work ethic because they are taught good work habits and management skills, develop self-confidence, and are used to mastering business or work fields
Religious Education Curriculum Development
Authors: Khakim Dzikrul , Ahid Nur , Haq Fikri Zakia Qoimul
Published: July 2023

The curriculum plays a central role in educational institutions because it refers to the direction, content and process of education, which ultimately determines the nature and qualifications of graduates of these educational institutions. There are at least three institutions that are well known to the public in Indonesia, including pesantren, schools and madrasah, each of which has its own characteristics. This study discusses the curriculum development of Islamic boarding schools, madrasah and schools. With the aim to know how the development. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach that focuses on library research. The results of the research show that the development of a religious education curriculum in pesantren, schools and madrasas involves a complex and contextual process. The curriculum is designed to cover an understanding of religious teachings, worship practices, ethics, morals, and the application of religious values ​​in everyday life. Islamic boarding schools, schools and madrasas apply various strategies in implementing the religious education curriculum. Nevertheless, there are several challenges in the development of the religious education curriculum. Some of these challenges include the diversity of students, social and cultural changes, lack of resources, and the integration of religious education with the general curriculum. In order to overcome these challenges, it is necessary to make collaborative efforts between pesantren, schools and madrasas by involving relevant stakeholders. It is also necessary to periodically update curriculum content so that it remains relevant to the times and the needs of students.
З ІСТОРІЇ УКРАЇНСЬКИХ ДОСЛІДЖЕНЬ ОКЕАНІЇ: МОРЕПЛАВЕЦЬ ВАСИЛЬ ХРОМЧЕНКО (I пол. ХІХ ст.)
Authors: Bilous Vira
Published: July 2023

Мета статті – розширити уявлення наукової спільноти про участь українців у географічних відкриттях, що реалізовано через дослідження біографії мореплавця Василя Хромченка (1792–1849) та висвітлення його тихоокеанських обстежень. Використано методи: біографічний, генеалогічного пошуку, історіографічного аналізу та порівняльно-історичний. Залучено рукописні родовідні документи й послужні списки, що зберігаються в архівах Чернігова, Києва, Петербурга і Брянська. Неопублікований і важкодоступний географічний доробок відтворено й проаналізовано на основі інформативних матеріалів, що містяться в тогочасній періодиці та працях сучасників В. Хромченка. Наукова новизна полягає в розгляді постаті дослідника та його океанографічних здобутків у контексті історії та інтелектуальної спадщини українців, у визначенні пріоритетності В. Хромченка у світовому вивченні низки островів і суходолів та картографуванні центральної частини Тихого океану. У висновках закцентовано на ймовірному походженні В. Хромченка з козацького стану Стародубщини; на обставинах і зумовленості переходу частки цієї суспільної верстви у військові та цивільні структури Російської імперії; на науковій вартості його обстежень Океанії для географічної картографії та геології.
МІЛІТАРНИЙ ДИСКУРС У КИЄВО-ПЕЧЕРСЬКОМУ ПАТЕРИКУ
Authors: Petrenko-Tseunova Olha
Published: July 2023

Категорії мілітарного та сакрального тісно переплетені в європейській і руській середньовічній свідомості. У статті розглянуто виміри функціонування військового дискурсу в Києво-Печерському патерику. Здійснено текстуальний аналіз мілітарної образності, порушено питання про її джерела та мету її використання в агіографічному тексті. Мотив небесного покровительства під час битви та прохання до Печерської Богородиці про опіку розглянуто в контексті старокиївського культу Богородиці Заступниці. Проаналізовано трактування концепту militia Dei в агіографічних сюжетах та тлі традиції вшанування перших святих як мучеників, а не воїнів. Висловлено спостереження щодо руського відповідника західноєвропейських тенденцій мілітаризації християнства та християнізації війни в Середньовіччі. Суттєву частину військового дискурсу в патерикових сюжетах становить метафізична боротьба із силами зла, описана в категоріях збройного протистояння ворогові-дияволу. Осібним епізодом цієї боротьби є протистояння спокусі, втіленій в особі жінки. Тож окрему увагу приділено гендерному аспекту боротьби та зіставленню романтики й баталістики в біблійних, західноєвропейських лицарських та руських агіографічних сюжетах. На підставі аналізу згадок батальних сцен та військових понять у Патерику зроблено висновок про вагомість мілітарного дискурсу для укладачів тексту.
НОМЕНКЛАТУРНЕ БУТТЯ У СПОГАДАХ ОЧЕВИДЦЯ-ЛІТОПИСЦЯ. Половець В.М. Спогади. Чернігів: Десна, 2021. 332 с.
Authors: Pavlenko S.
Published: July 2023

Радянський період історії України для багатьох відомий не з книжок, а з власного життя. Ці сторінки буття в кожного свої і згадуються по-різному. Для всіх же, хто працював, учився в ту добу, це був загалом набутий досвід життя в тоталітарно-компартійній системі, яка ставала нещадною до своїх опонентів (Л. Лук’яненка, В. Стуса та ін.), але водночас поблажливою, декларативно-піклувальною, вдавано турботливою до слухняних виконавців-«гвинтиків», «своїх». Ясна річ, останні після голодоморів, репресій, розгромів повстанців переважали. Із цієї більшості формувався, плекався елітно-партійний прошарок, головним завданням якого було покращити добробут трудящих та зрештою пришвидшеними темпами «побудувати комунізм» у СРСР.
An Evaluation of the Levels of Fe, Ag, Mn and Co in Fish, Sediments and Water from Adada River
Authors:   Department of Applied Biochemistry Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu State Nigeria
Published: July 2023

This study was carried out to determine the concentration of Fe, Co, Mn and Ag in the fish, sediment and water from Adada River. The result thus obtained showed the hierarchal arrangement of the heavy metal from the locations. Akpugo Fish (Fe>Mn>Ag>Co, Sediments Fe>Mn>Co>Ag and Water Co>Ag>Mn=Fe, Aku Fish Fe>Mn>Co>Ag. Sediments Fe>Mn>Co>Ag and Water Ag>Co>Mn=Fe, Lejja Fish Fe>Mn>Co>Ag. In the sediments Fe>Mn>Co>Ag and water Ag>Co>Mn=Fe. The result indicates that these heavy metals studied were all detected in sediments, fish and water except that there was complete absence of Mn and Fe in all water collected from the three sites. This suggests pollution of the river which may pose a threat to the aquatic organism.
Language Practices of ethno-cultural discourse in memory of early Stalin stage in the context of Soviet federalism. Late 1920s – early 1930s
Authors:   Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor, Chief Researcher of the IRI RAS, Institute of Russian History of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia
Published: July 2023

The article highlights the resources of ethno-cultural discourse of memory: languages and their speakers as mechanisms of socialization and acculturation of the picture of the world, its frames, actors, ressentiment, traumas, frontiers. This important cognitive category exists in the memory of a person, reflects his interaction with the world filled with different circumstances. The most active was the language sphere, political practices were in dire need of using its resources. The early Soviet experience of their application is considered.
Analisis Kesulitan Belajar Maharoh Kalam Pada Mata Kuliah Bahasa Arab Mahasiswa Jurusan Pendidikan Agama Islam Institut Agama Islam Tarbiyatut Tholabah Lamongan
Authors: Ratih Kusuma Ningtias
Published: July 2023

Learning cannot be separated from problems including learning difficulties. This paper discusses learning difficulties related to maharoh kalam in Arabic language courses for students majoring in Islamic Religious Education at the Tarbiyatut Tholabah Islamic Institute, which in its discussion consists of the terminology of learning difficulties, the factors Learning Difficulty Factors, Learning Difficulty Symptoms, Arabic Language Learning are associated with Maharoh Kalam in Students of the PAI IAI Tabah Department. The difficulty factor for learning kalam in Arabic courses faced by PAI students class of 2019 lies in a lack of motivation, not mastering Arabic vocabulary, the factor of graduating from public schools is one of the factors of difficulty encountered.

The motivation to do so that learning Arabic can be learned easily is by practicing a lot, memorizing a lot of vocabulary and also starting to get used to conversations using Arabic
Strategi Internalisasi Nilai-Nilai Pendidikan Karakter di Madrasah NU dan Muhammadiyah
Authors: Amin Moh Nasrul
Published: July 2023

Madrasah as one of the educational institutions that have an important role in the process of internalizing the value of character education for students. The implementation of character education in Indonesia cannot be separated from the educational institutions owned by NU and Muhammadiyah. The two large organizations have been around for a long time and prioritize the process of implementing character education. These implementation efforts are accompanied by ways, programs or strategies for internalizing the value of character education itself. This article tries to provide a description of the findings of the strategy for internalizing the values ​​of character education in NU and Muhammadiyah educational institutions, namely MTs Hidayatush Syibyan as an educational institution owned by NU and MTs Muhammadiyah 1 located in Palang sub-district. Which in the process of internalizing values, MTs Hidayatush Sybyan does it through a habituation approach or approach to learning activities and extracurricular activities, exemplary of a teacher, direction and guidance, cooperation with parents of students, and finally through the enforcement of madrasa rules. While the strategy for internalizing character education values ​​at MTs Muhammadiyah 1 is through a strategy of integrating character values ​​into the curriculum or all subjects, advice by leaders and teachers to students, civilizing madrasas, through student discipline, teacher example, and finally through habituation. Overall, the internalization of character values ​​at MTs Hidayatush Sybyan and MTs Muhammadiyah 1 was carried out optimally, and in the strategy there were few differences between the two, namely at MTs Hidayatush Sybyan there was a way of working with the guardians of students to supervise student behavior, while at MTs Muhammadiyah 1 there were advantages related to integrating character values ​​into religious and other lessons.
Peran Guru PAI dan Guru Bimbingan Konseling dalam Mendisiplinkan Siswa Madrasah Aliyah
Authors: Ellistiyawati Azidah , Nasrul Amin Moh.
Published: July 2023

Every student certainly needs discipline, because with discipline students can behave not deviate. With discipline students show good behavior and obey the rules and comply with various rules and regulations. Such as arriving on time to school, entering class first, and wearing school attributes according to regulations. Of all that, of course there are some students who commit disciplinary actions. Therefore, the role of the PAI teacher and guidance and counseling teacher is interrelated so that students can be trained and controlled with appropriate teachings. This research focused on the role of Islamic religious education teachers and guidance and counseling teachers in disciplining MA Mazra'atul Ulum students with the following problem formulation: First, the role of Islamic religious education teachers and guidance and counseling teachers in disciplining MA Mazra'atul Ulum students. Second, the inhibiting factors of Islamic religious education teachers and guidance and counseling teachers in disciplining MA Mazra'atul Ulum Paciran students. To achieve this goal using a qualitative descriptive method. The subjects of this study were Islamic religious education teachers and guidance and counseling teachers at MA Mazra'atul Ulum Paciran. Data collection techniques in this study are observation, interviews and documentation. The results of the study show that: The role of the Islamic religious education teacher is very important in disciplining students not only as a provider of material, but as a guide, as an example and role model, as a motivator. Meanwhile, the role of guidance and counseling teachers in disciplining students is as a punisher, as a motivator, and as a director. The inhibiting factors for Islamic religious education teachers, limited supervision of teachers, and factors from students. Meanwhile, the inhibiting factors for guidance and counseling teachers in disciplining students are factors from students such as students' lack of attention to the importance of discipline in school rules.
Usaha Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Bahasa Inggris Aspek Kemampuan Membaca melalui Model Pembelajaran Role Playing Siswa Kelas VII SMP Negeri 21 Mataram
Authors: Ilham Muhamad
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the improvement in English learning outcomes in the aspect of reading ability through the Role Playing learning model for Class VII students of SMP Negeri 21 Mataram in the 2022/2023 Academic Year. The subjects of this study were 32 grade VII students of SMP Negeri 21 Mataram, consisting of 15 female students and 17 male students. The stages of this research include: (1) planning, (2) implementing actions, (3) observing, and (4) reflecting in each cycle. The results showed that the data on student learning outcomes in learning English experienced an increase from the initial data obtained 62.50%, increased to 81.25% in cycle I, and to 100% in cycle II. So student learning outcomes in English learning conducted by the teacher are very good. Learning planning, there was an increase from 70.00% in cycle I and increased to 85.00% in cycle II. So the lesson planning carried out by the teacher is very good. While the implementation of learning carried out by the teacher also experienced an increase from 75.00% in cycle I to 87.50% in cycle II. So the implementation of learning carried out by the teacher is also very good. Student learning activities increased in cycle I by 67.86%, and became 85.71% in cycle II. Based on the results of the research analysis as explained above, the action hypothesis which states that "Using the Role Playing learning model can improve English learning outcomes", can be accepted.
Penerapan Evaluasi Pembelajaran Membaca di Kelas Tinggi
Authors: Rambe Riris Nurkholidah , Putriana Alda , Siregar Amelia Rika Fadillah , Siregar Rahma Fadillah , Daulay Siti Amalia , Napitupulu Zumiati Syarah Br
Published: July 2023

One of the competencies that must be mastered by a teacher is evaluation learning. This competence is in accordance with the duties and responsibilities of teachers in learning activities namely evaluating learning, including conducting an assessment of the process and learning outcomes. Ability to evaluate Learning is a basic ability that absolutely must be owned by every student Teacher. In terms, there are several definitions formulated by experts. However, from some of these opinions it can be concluded that in essence evaluation is a systematic and ongoing process to determine the quality (value and meaning) of something (goals, activities, decisions, performance, processes, people, or objects) based on certain considerations and criteria in the framework to make a decision. When the word is connected with the word learning, the meaning is the process of determining services, values or benefits of learning activities through assessment activities and/or measurement. In carrying out learning evaluation, there are at least three conditions that must be met are valid, reliable and practical. While the instructions in compiling a test/evaluation tool is that the test must have a level of validity and good reliability. Evaluation techniques are test techniques and techniques notes.
A novel framework for the use of mobile applications in inducing smallholder-farmers’ response to farming as a business via benchmarking
Authors:   , Kyaruzi John
Published: July 2023

Farming as a business (FAAB) is currently acknowledged as the best route out of poverty for the majority of rural poor farmers in developing countries like Tanzania. Supporting farmers to participate in FAAB translates into assisting them to go through a farming life cycle of five interrelated stages namely: Agricultural domains recognition, farm characterization, simulation of predictive solutions, identification of limiting factors, and post production evaluation. Managing FAAB processes, resources and products, requires benchmarking as its analytical tool; hence, the concept of farming as a business via benchmarking (FAABB). Supporting a farmer to achieve FAABB is the primary role of an Extension Officer (EO). Since FAABB is a data-intensive activity, computational and cognitive limitations of an EO decrease quality and efficiency and increase time spent as well as costs related to facilitating smallholder farmers to achieve FAABB. Several research efforts have demonstrated that mobile apps bring in significant capabilities for helping EOs deal with the challenges associated with FAABB. However, in Tanzania, data capture and codification are the two greater obstacles in developing useful mobile applications, than gaps in conceptual theories or available methods for FAABB. This research takes advantage of available technologies to develop a mobile framework for FAABB that embeds data capture and codification services to support rapid development of domain specific m-apps. The main objective of this research is, therefore, to develop a mobile framework for FAABB (m-FFAABB) that facilitates knowledge capture and codification for rapid development and use of m-apps that induce farmers‟ response to FAABB. The research adopted a Design Science Research (DSR) through Soft System Methodology (SSM). In the reported work, the framework was designed and two corresponding prototypes were developed and evaluated to show the applicability of m-FFAABB. The data collected during the experiments show that the mobile apps developed through the m-FFAABB are useful, well integrated and easy to use. Moreover, statistical analysis of the results indicates that the framework reduces time, costs, and intellectual effort of the EOs.
Opettajaksi Suomessa
Authors: Granö Päivi , Somerkoski Brita
Published: July 2023

Kansainväliset korkeakouluopiskelijat tarvitsevat kohdennettua tukea arkeensa. Päivi Granö ja Brita Somerkoski tiivistävät kokemukset tuen tarpeista ja tukitoimista kansainvälisessä opettajankoulutuksessa. Opiskelu vieraassa kulttuurissa tuo esille kommunikaatio-ongelmia mutta antaa myös kaikille osapuolille mahdollisuuden kulttuurisen osaamisen kasvuun. Opiskelijatuutorien ja tukiperheiden tarjoama käytännöllinen ja emotionaalinen tuki osoittautui tärkeäksi ja jopa ratkaisevaksi opiskelijoiden hyvinvoinnille ja opintojen sujumiselle. Lopuksi kirjoittajat kokoavat korkeakoulujen yksiköille ehdotuksia kansainvälisten opiskelijoiden kokonaisvaltaisista tukitoimista.
Investigación contemporánea desde una visión multidisciplinar. Libro 2. Odontología
Authors:   Universidad Católica de Cuenca, Urgiles Urgiles Cristian Danilo , Morocho Macas Angel Aurelio , San Martin Andrade Daniela Fernanda , Jiménez Alemán Marcela Verónica , Urgiles Esquivel Cristina Estefani , Romero Andrade John Patricio , Samaniego-Rivera Geanella Anael , Pérez Guamán Jhandry Alexander , Vásquez Ochoa Julia Roxana , Montesinos Rivera Mayra Vanessa , Calderón Alemán Doris Eliana , Encalada Guamán Erika Gabriela , Suarez Rea Priscila Gardenia , Inga Delgado Xavier Orlando , Medina Sotomayor Irma Priscilla , Coronel Delgado Sandra Elizabeth , Tello Terán Damián Alfredo , Zhunio LLivicura Olger , Reiván Ortíz Patricia Natali
Published: July 2023

En las últimas décadas, la odontología, una disciplina médica especializada y centrada en la salud bucal, ha experimentado un progreso significativo. La integración de tecnología de vanguardia y la evolución de técnicas y enfoques clínicos novedosos han revolucionado la odontología moderna, ofreciendo a las pacientes opciones de tratamiento más eficientes, precisas y estéticamente agradables. En este contexto, el presente libro realiza un análisis exhaustivo de los avances y tendencias más importantes en el campo de la odontología mediante una exploración meticulosa de la literatura científica y la recopilación de investigaciones y estudios influyentes, explorando así los temas más pertinentes que han dado forma a la odontología contemporánea. Este libro brinda a los profesionales de la odontología y a las personas interesadas en el campo la oportunidad de examinar los avances recientes, las tendencias emergentes y las investigaciones importantes en la odontología contemporánea. Confiamos en que este trabajo será una valiosa herramienta para el crecimiento y la actualización en esta apasionante área de las ciencias de la salud.
Cell Penetrating Peptides (CPPs) in drug delivery; a new era should be started
Authors: Alkotaji Myasar Mohammed
Published: July 2023

This article focuses on the promising roles of cell penetrating peptides (CPPs) in local drug delivery. Cell penetrating peptides have vast applications in drug delivery, however the mechanisms of cellular uptake is still a controversy topic. The challenges in determining the exact cellular uptake hinders further understanding of the fate of these peptides. These challenges include the lack of a reproducible way to ascertain the mechanism of entry. In addition, the in-vitro work on cell-lines did not end in definite answer to the cellular uptake mechanism. Indeed, the unreliability of such work seems logical due to different reasons, including the cell line-dependent uptake and the cell membrane heterogeneity of different types of cells. Although several CPPs reached the clinical trials, no one could reach the market, yet. Re-evaluation era should be started through moving forward for more researches on the roles of CPPs in Local delivery to homogeneous cell population of specific tissue or organ of the body. While this article demonstrates an example on variability in cellular uptake in different cell lines, it encourages more sophisticated work to be conducted on CPPs for ocular, nasal, transdermal, buccal and even inner ear delivery.
Living on the Margin of Life: The Condition of Street Children During Covid-19 Outbreak in Three Selected Towns of SNNPR (Sodo, Jinka, and Arbaminch)
Authors: Kassa Shimelis , Muche Belayneh
Published: July 2023

The objective of this study is to assess the socio-economic impacts of the COVID-19 crisis on street children, their awareness about COVID-19 transmission and support of government to street children in three selected towns of SNNPR (Jinka, Arbaminch, and Sodo). To achieve these objectives, concurrent mixed research designs were employed. To identify respondents, both convenience and purposive sampling techniques were used. Data were collected from both primary and secondary sources. As instruments of data collection; interview schedules, in-depth interviews, focus group discussions and key informant interviews were used. Finally, data were analyzed and interpreted using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. The finding of the study depicted that the outbreak of COVID-19 worsen the social and economic problem of street children. Despite the social and economic impacts of COVID-19, no permanent support was given to the children both by the government and charity organizations. Moreover, the finding showed that street children suffer from various problems like lack of basic needs, depression and deprivation of work opportunity. Thus, holistic intervention should be used to address various problems that street children faced.
Research Brief: Moral Injury and Repair Among Formerly Armed Actors
Authors: Röders Jonathan
Published: July 2023

This research brief focuses on moral injury (MI) among formerly armed actors (FAAs), the cognitive and emotional response that may occur in a person who has witnessed, perpetrated, or failed to prevent acts that go against their moral or ethical beliefs. Unlike post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), MI is not widely recognised as a distinct clinical condition, yet it poses significant obstacles to the mental well-being and successful (re)integration of FAAs. The brief explores how morally injurious events challenge healthy self-perceptions and clash with societal expectations, leading to a severe cognitive dissonance in affected FAAs. It examines the impact of MI on military veterans and non-state armed actors, and highlights its potential psychological consequences such as social withdrawal, substance abuse, depression and violent behaviour. The research brief argues that MI deserves attention in psychosocial counseling within (re)integration programs for FAAs. It thus proposes a framework for integrating moral repair into existing FAA mental health treatment programmes, recognising the importance of addressing chronic and intrusive feelings of shame, guilt, and remorse resulting from MI.
Research Brief: Insider Mediators and Trust Building
Authors: van Unen Izzy
Published: July 2023

This research brief examines the crucial role of insider mediators, individuals with authoritative  personal connections to violence-affected communities, in conflict resolution. They establish trust through pre-existing relationships and are perceived as impartial and trustworthy by conflicting parties. Insider mediators navigate complex social dynamics, identifying culturally appropriate solutions acceptable to all sides. By promoting communication and dialogue, they create safe spaces for discussions, reduce tensions, and foster understanding between conflicting parties. Their involvement in drafting peace agreements ensures proposals align with ground realities, enhancing their implementability and long-term sustainability. Moreover, insider mediators contribute to their viability by fostering ongoing communication and cooperation, identifying potential conflicts, and acting as early warning systems. Recognising and supporting the role of insider mediators is essential for inclusive and effective conflict resolution, promoting healing and reconciliation within conflict-affected societies.
The Successful Use of Veterinary Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine to Treat a Guinea Keet with Tan-huan Syndrome
Authors: Burkett Brenna
Published: July 2023

An approximately two-week old Guinea keet presented for evaluation and treatment of acute paresis and paralysis of 24-hour duration. Based on the lack of improvement with nursing care, severity of clinical signs and lack of conventional options, the decision was made to pursue treatment using traditional Chinese veterinary medicine (TCVM) and veterinary chiropractic medicine (VCM). Although limited, the TCVM examination revealed a cold, lethargic, weak patient with a pale tongue and history of acute paresis and paralysis secondary to a traumatic event. The TCVM pattern identified was Tan-huan syndrome with Qi/Blood Stagnation and Qi/Yang Deficiency. After initiation of treatment was begun, the patient was monitored daily to evaluate any changes in clinical signs of Bian Zheng (Pattern Diagnosis). Marked improvement and resolution of clinical signs at 67 hours and continued improvement 44 days later indicated a positive response to treatment. This clinical case highlights the successful use of TCVM and VCM to successfully treat Tan-huan syndrome with local Qi/Blood Stagnation and Qi/Yang Deficiency in a juvenile Guinea keet.
Mai Wei Di Huang Wan (Ophiopogon, Schisandra and Rehmannia Pill)
Authors: Beebe Signe
Published: July 2023

Mai Wei Di Huang Wan (Ophiopogon, Schisandra and Rehmannia Pill), nourishes Liver and Kidney Yin, astringes Lung Qi and nourishes Lung Yin. This formula has similar actions as Liu Wei Di Huang Wan (Six-Ingredient Pill with Rehmannia). It also contains the herbs Mai Dong (Radix Ophiopogonis) and Wu Wei Zi (Fructus Schisandrae Chinensis) that give it a more specific ability to treat Kidney and Lung Yin deficiencies with clinical signs of dry cough, shortness of breath, constipation or dry feces, as well as the clinical signs of Yin deficiency found in Liu Wei Di Huang Wan (Six-Ingredient Pill with Rehmannia). The original source of Mai Wei Di Huang Wan is from the Yi Ji (Levels of Medicine).1 Mai Wei Di Huang Wan is composed of the same six herbs as Liu Wei Di Huang Wan (Six-Ingredient Pill with Rehmannia). Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia), the chief herb, tonifies Kidney Yin and Jing (essence) and fills the marrow. Shan Zhu Yu (Cornus) nourishes the Liver and Kidney and astringes Jing. Shan Yao (Dioscorea) tonifies the Spleen and Kidney and consolidates Jing. Together, these three tonic herbs address deficiencies of the Kidney, Liver, and Spleen.
Exploring Cultural Tourism Potential in Adamawa State Nigeria: A Case of Mubi Town
Authors: Abdullahi Hashim , Asmawi M. Zainora , Aziz Abdul Razak Abdul
Published: July 2023

Cultural tourism plays a vital role globally. The study aims to appraise cultural tourism potential in Mubi town, Adamawa state, Nigeria. The study employed Arc. GIS.10.3 and remote sensing for location map generation. Data was generated from one hundred structured questionnaires using systematic random sampling techniques. Descriptive statistics were utilized for correlating the cultural tourism potentials (CTP) and tourism industry management (TIM). Spearman ranking techniques were used for the respondents' perception scores. The results indicated a correlation between cultural tourism potentials (CTP) and tourism industry management (TIM) and tested for reliability. The results uncovered a very significant connection between the variables at (0.01, 2-Tailed). This showed cultural tourism potential depends on effective management. Additionally, the respondents ranking depicted that horse riding maintained the highest because of its significance in the culture of northern Nigerians, Sallah of Both Eidl Fitr and Adha celebrations recorded the second position, while traditional housing, local wrestling, and Mauludul Rasul all received significant responses as a very important cultural tourism attraction in the Mubi. Recommendations on accommodations, food, and beverages are essential to be upgraded. Government and private bodies are to form a partnership. Educational awareness campaigns through seminars, workshops, and conferences are highly recommended.
INTERROGATING THE ASSUMPTIONS OF GENERAL SYSTEM THEORY INTHE 21ST CENTURY: OYO STATE GOVERNMENT-LABOUR LEADERS’ DISPUTE (2016-2019)
Authors: CHIDI EMEAKU ANSELM .O.
Published: July 2023

Conflict of interests over human needs has been a recurring decimal since the advent of mankind on the planet earth. The only viable option left for man is how to strike a balance in human relations without necessarily destabilizing the social setting. This study examined the strengths and weaknesses of General system theory in the dispute between Oyo State Government and Labour Unions over the management of 31 secondary schools in the state. The causative, as well as trigger factors, that led to the industrial dispute were also interrogated. The study is qualitative, and relied on secondary and Face-to-face interviews for data collection. Content analysis was adopted. It was discovered among others that: Religious Organizations (ROs), Ibadan District Council (IDC), Secondary School Associations (SSA), Traditional Rulers (TRs), and Parent Teachers’ Association (PTAs) were interested in the Public-Private Management proposal by the State government. The functional indispensability of General system theory was incompatible with the State-centric approach of the Oyo state government. The unpaid salary arrears of the teaching staff, civil servants, and the apparent lack of trust and sincerity of purpose at the latent and manifest stages of the conflict were the trigger factors in the dispute. The study concludes that, the unmet basic needs and aspirations amongst the stakeholders were the causative factors of the protracted dispute. It recommended that, parties in the dispute should have jettisoned their principled negotiation approach as the issues were not beyond conflict transformation strategies.
Remote Sensing Information System in Vietnam and Its Application: A Minireview
Authors: Tri Tu Thanh
Published: July 2023

This study presents a minireview of remote sensing information systems and their application in Viet Nam. This tool plays a vital role in the management of natural resources, land use planning, environmental monitoring, disaster management, and many other applications. Its widespread application in various fields has helped to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of resource management and environmental protection.
Food Tourism Development Model: Exploring Stakeholders’ Perspective and Ethnic Food Influence on Tourists’ Revisit Intention in Indonesia’s Chinatown
Authors: Putra Aditya Nova , Djati Sundring P. , Wulan Saptarining , Anon Waluyo
Published: July 2023

This study examines the influence of stakeholders and ethnic Chinese food in providing a memorable experience and its impact on tourists' intention to return to Chinatown tourism objects. The sample used in this study was 267 people/tourists who had visited the Chinatown tourist destination, which is a tourist attraction located in Jakarta, Semarang, and Surabaya in the last two years. The data in this study has been obtained from filling out the questionnaire. The research data were then analyzed quantitatively using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) technique with the help of the LISREL program and system dynamics analysis to confirm SEM results. The analysis results in this study indicate that memorable tourism experiences can mediate the influence of stakeholders and ethnic Chinese food on tourists' return visits to Chinatown tourism objects. Therefore, the role of a very good stakeholder and ethnic Chinese food that provides a memorable experience to tourists will support the high interest of tourists to return to visit these attractions; memorable tourism experiences mediate the influence of stakeholders and ethnic Chinese food on tourists' full intention to return, which means that the role of stakeholders and ethnic Chinese food will be able to increase tourists' repeat visits to Chinatown attractions if the role of stakeholders and ethnic Chinese food served can give a good impression to tourists.
Design Plastic Injection Mold with the Help of Modular Software Mold Wizard
Authors: Nguyet Vu Nhu
Published: July 2023

The purpose of the article is to research and apply CAD/CAM theory and techniques to design a set of plastic injection molds for supporting industries, providing plastic products for the smartphone manufacturing process in Vietnam, that is, injection molds, plastic connector between the power cord and the phone's charger. This set of molds has a much lower cost when compared to imported equipment of the same type, has guaranteed quality and is commercially viable. Especially, the result of the project is a model for students to grasp about the technology of manufacturing plastic products, contributing to improving the training quality of the CAD/CAM-CNC module.

CAE at the design stage can be performed on a computer to design modification options, conduct evaluation (Evaluate), evaluate (Verify) and optimize (Optimize), reduce testing time and cost, mold, actual mold fix, shorten actual trial and error cycle, shorten product development time and time-to-market, reduce waste, time and money in stages.
Effects of Moderated Audit Committee Operations on Financial Performance of NSE-Listed Banks in Kenya
Authors: Njogu Grace W. , Mokono Ruth M.
Published: July 2023

The research goal was to assess the effect of moderated audit committee operations on the financial performance of the NSE-listed banks in Kenya. The moderator is the CBK prudential guidelines. Likert collected responses were analyzed while the quantitative data from secondary data from the CBK supervisory reports were analyzed using descriptive ad inferential statistics. The research findings showed that the audit committee operations had no statistically significant effect on financial performance of Kenya’s NSE listed banks. The CBK prudential guidelines, which served as the moderator, did not change the fact that the audit committee operations were not statistically significant. Operations of the audit committee assist boards of directors in carrying out their governance duties, improving performance and competitiveness. Nonetheless, the study was carried out during the COVID-19 era, which may have contributed to the aforementioned results. The members of the audit committee should be chosen based on their qualifications, receive ongoing training, and have a designated reporting route to safeguard their independence and neutrality. The report also suggests that policies be established to govern audit functions, compensation, and fees in order to enhance the performance of NSE-listed banks. A suggestion to research the effects of internal audit procedures different from those used by the audit committee on financial performance of the NSE-listed banks in Kenya is imperative.
Analysis of the Behavior of Vehicular Traffic Flow through Classical Statistical Techniques
Authors: De la-Cruz-Nicolás Ernesto , Martínez-Rebollar Alicia , Estrada-Esquivel Hugo
Published: July 2023

The increase in the activities of commerce, work, leisure and education of the citizens of the cities has led to an increasing use of public and private transport, which causes that, in many cities, the road infrastructure of the cities is insufficient to meet the enormous demand of vehicles, causing traffic jams at various times of the day. The increase in city transit times caused by the vehicular flow is a relevant problem for modern cities because it affects all its citizens due to the generation of pollution, health problems and problems for accessing the city services. In this context, it is necessary to analyze the dynamic variability of vehicle flow to find solutions to mobility problems in cities. This paper aims to use classical statistical techniques to analyze the variability of vehicular flow behavior using Mexico City, one of the most congested cities in the world, as a case study.
The Effect of Self-Efficacy and Intrinsic Motivation towards Resilience of Local Workers in Non-Star Accommodation in Ubud, Bali after Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Pratama I Putu Andre Adi Putra , Mananda I G.P.B. Sasrawan , Sari Ni Putu Ratna
Published: July 2023

The prolonged Covid-19 pandemic crisis has also indirectly caused economic turmoil and affected psychological aspects, which have provided obstacles in realizing the resilience of local workers’ non-star accommodation in Ubud Village. The urgency of this study is to analyze the effect of self-efficacy and intrinsic motivation toward the resilience of local workers who work in non-star tourism accommodation in the Ubud Village of Bali Province after facing the Covid-19 pandemic. The research uses quantitative approaches with a total of samples in this study being 100 respondents based on a random sampling taken from local workers in non-star accommodation categorized based on homestay tourism huts, bungalows, guest houses, and villa accommodation. This research explained that self-efficacy had a positive effect toward resilience; self-efficacy had a positive effect on intrinsic motivation; intrinsic motivation has a positive effect toward resilience; and motivation mediates the effect of self-efficacy towards resilience. Self-efficacy and intrinsic motivation have an important role in realizing the resilience of local non-star accommodation workers in Ubud as capital to get back up from adversity after facing the Covid-19 pandemic crisis.
Effects of Nigella sativa Supplementation on Axial Length Changes in Children with Myopia
Authors: Syawali Ibnu Gilang , Amra Aryani Atiyatul , Aldy Fithria
Published: July 2023

Introduction: Myopia is often associated with an increase in axial length (AL) and its pathophysiology involves oxidative stress. Treatments of myopia consist of correction using spectacle, refractive surgery, and supplements. Nigella sativa (NS) is a traditional medicinal plant rich in antioxidants. This study aims to determine the effects of Nigella sativa extract (NSE) on AL changes in myopic children.

Materials and Methods: This was a randomized controlled trial with double blinds involving 35 children with varying degrees of myopia aged 12-18 years old. Subjects were randomized and divided to receive either a placebo or NSE and instructed to consume twice capsules/day. AL elongation was evaluated at week 0, 6, and 12.

Results: In baseline examination, the average AL of ENS group was measured at 24,73 mm and placebo group at 25,04 mm. After 12 weeks of follow-up, average AL changes were measured at 0,06 mm (60 µm) and 0,08 mm (80 µm) in NSE and placebo group, respectively. There was a significant difference in AL changes between both groups (p<0,036).

Conclusion: Dietary consumption of NSE may have a suppressive effect on AL elongation. There was a significant difference in AL changes between the NSE and placebo group in 12 weeks of follow-up.
Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) As Media for Money Laundering Crimes
Authors: Sirait Ningrum Natasya , Rangkuti Liza Hafidzah Yusuf
Published: July 2023

Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) as known as Foundation received attention when there was suspicion of money laundering. Several cases that has become the highlight is the Aksi Cepat Tanggap Foundation (ACT) and Yayasan Keadilan Untuk Semua Foundation (YKUS). In its development, the Foundation has been used as a medium for money laundering due to weak regulations on the organization of the Foundation. This study aims to find out how the law regulates Foundation, maps risk factors and preventive measures against Foundation as a medium for money laundering crimes. The research is normative using statutory and conceptual approaches. The results showed that Foundation are regulated through laws and government regulations, there are four risk factors for running Foundation as a medium for money laundering, namely anonymous donations/mysterious donors, overvaluation of donation assets, misuse of funds, and other unusual transactions. Likewise, the importance of applying proper due diligence procedures as an effort to prevent money laundering in accepting foundation donations. The conclusion is that money laundering threatens the integrity and stability of the system and financial institutions, including Foundation. Regulations for Foundation in Indonesia are still limited, not yet comprehensive and highly vulnerable to money laundering, so further research is needed to compare laws and regulations in other countries related Foundation.
Money Laundering in APEC Countries
Authors: Ariesiyani Amarillys Enika Noora , Alham Lalu Garin
Published: July 2023

This paper has three main contributions. First it attempts to measure which APEC countries are attractive destinations for money laundering to Indonesia. Second it measures and ranks the degree of money laundering attractiveness in-between APEC country members themselves. Third, it tests the variables contributing to a country’s money laundering attractiveness. The attractiveness is measured using the Gravity model derived from Newtonian gravitational equations by utilizing variables ranging from countries’ wealth, government attitude on money laundering, corruption perception index, SWIFT membership, conflict, financial secrecy, and physical & cultural distances. Pearson correlation analysis is also employed to test the statistical interaction & correlation between corresponding variables. Our simulations show that several countries consistently sit on the top 3 (three) most attractive money laundering destinations: Singapore, Hongkong, and the United States. It is also found that financial secrecy and GNI per capita significantly correlate with the degree of money laundering attractiveness. This analysis unveils that an attractive financial regime (beneficial ownership and bank secrecy) and a strong economy attract money launderers to conceal their ill-gotten money in a country.