bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS ON THE PURCHASE BEHAVIOR OF LOCAL PRODUCTS IN SABAH
Authors: Chang Mui Ling Dyana , Nelson Lajuni , Kelvin Yong
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACT
This conceptual paper investigates the impact of social media influencers on consumers'
purchasing behavior towards local products in Sabah. The emergence of social media
platforms has enabled social media influencers to reach a large audience and influence
their purchase decisions, which is often overlooked in past literature. Statista reported
that approximately 3.6 billion people use social media worldwide. In 2017, 2.86 billion
people used social media; by 2025, that number will increase to 4.41 billion. As the
widespread use of social media continues to shape consumer preferences and choices,
understanding the role of influencers in promoting locally sourced products becomes
essential for regional economies and sustainable development. We will adopt quantitative
data collection methods through structured questionnaires related to social media
influencers, local product manufacturers, and consumers to a diverse sample across
Sabah. The survey will identify the frequency of exposure to influencer-led content, the
extent of trust consumers place in influencer recommendations, and the subsequent
impact on consumer purchasing behavior concerning local products. By conducting this
research, we hope to shed light on the efficacy of social media influencers as potential
catalysts for bolstering the demand and sales of locally produced goods in Sabah. The
findings are expected to contribute to the existing literature on consumer behavior, social
media marketing, and the sustainability of producers of local products. Ultimately, the
study's insights will aid policymakers, marketing professionals, and local entrepreneurs
in devising effective strategies to leverage social media influencers as powerful tools to
promote homegrown products.

 
OVERCOMING LABOR SHORTAGES WHILE MEETING PRODUCTION DEMAND DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC: A LEARNING FROM INDONESIAN CONSTRUCTION SERVICE COMPANY
Authors: Permana Iman , Sijabat Maradel
Published: September 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the Indonesian economy, causing a slowdown in various industries and affecting infrastructure development. Many companies, including PT ABC, have faced financial difficulties and have had to suspend production, temporarily close, and lay off employees. As the pandemic situation improves, the government and the public have begun to resume projects and make new investments cautiously. However, companies now face the challenge of meeting high demand with reduced production and labor. To address this, they need to quickly increase production volume and hire contract workers. One of the main goals of human resource management is to effectively use workers to meet the company's strategic objectives. PT ABC also faces challenges in achieving this goal. To address this issue, we conducted qualitative research to explore how the company meets its workforce needs during times of high production demand and how non-regular employees view their status after the pandemic. We gathered data through in-depth interviews with staff involved in hiring and contract employees. The data was then analyzed and presented in a narrative format to conclude the study. The main point of this study is how PT ABC's human resources contribute to increasing production and dealing with the challenges of high employee turnover. The study also looks at the importance of utilizing technology in the hiring process to meet consumer demand and complete orders on time. The approach taken by PT ABC's human resources helps make the recruitment process faster and more efficient, while also meeting the needs of the workforce. Overall, employees have a positive perception of the recruitment process and feel comfortable in their work.
The role of employee empowerment in achieving strategic excellence : exploratory search on a sample of workers in several departments of the Baghdad Mayoralty
Authors: Ali Hussein * Wadhah , M. Al-Amery Firas.
Published: September 2024

This research paper aimed to determine the role of employee empowerment through three dimensions (independence, delegation of powers, and training) in achieving strategic excellence in a number of departments operating in the Baghdad mayoralty, as the employee empowerment strategy is considered one of the strategies of great importance that organizations need at the present time. With the technological and cognitive acceleration witnessed to bring about positive changes in its work, its existence requires organizational components provided by administrative leaders that are able to influence employees and direct them towards achieving success and excellence. The main research problem was represented by the following question: Is it possible to achieve strategic superiority at the level of the Baghdad Municipality through... Empowering employees? The study also aimed to determine the level of empowerment of workers in the departments of the Baghdad Municipality in the research community. To reach the research goal, the researcher relied on the descriptive analytical approach, and a questionnaire tool was used to collect the data required for the research. Statistical programs (SPSS.V.25, Smart Plas4) were also used. To analyze the data, a sample of 100 employees in a number of departments of the Baghdad Municipality was selected. The results of the research concluded that there was a positive effect of empowering employees in achieving strategic excellence. The dimension of delegation of powers had the greatest impact on strategic excellence, followed by the independence dimension and then the training dimension, respectively. The research shed light on the level of variables and the relationship between them in one of the non-profit bodies represented by the Municipality of Baghdad within the Iraqi environment..
Paper type: Research paper
Some Fuzzy Least Squares Estimators for Regression Model Using Different Kernel Functions
Authors: Ibrahim Tawfeeq* Areej , Hazim Aboudi Emad
Published: September 2024

This paper presents a method for addressing the issue of outliers in fuzzy data. The method involves calculating a new distance between fuzzy numbers using various kernel functions, based on the fuzzy least squares method. The parameters of the fuzzy regression model were estimated in cases where the explanatory variables were non-fuzzy, the parameters were fuzzy, and the response variable was both fuzzy and an outlier. These estimators were then compared to the Fuzzy Least Squares method (FLS) using Mean Square Error (MSE) through simulations with different sample sizes (25, 50, 100, 150) and levels of outliers (0, 0.10, 0.20, 0.30). The results showed that this method, utilizing the new distance, achieved the best results in the presence of outliers.                         
 
Paper type: Research paper.
The Role of the Iraq Stock Exchange in Creating Government Fiscal Space: A Forward-looking Perspective
Authors: Inaam Majeed Abdul Hussein  , Ali Hussein Safaa
Published: September 2024

The stock market is one cornerstone of an economy, and relying on limited financial resources in any country has become increasingly challenging. Recognizing the significance of the financial market in bridging the financing gap in the economy, most countries have acknowledged its pivotal role, especially in the aftermath of numerous global financial crises. This acknowledgement involves mobilizing savings from surplus entities to deficit entities and channeling them into various investments by issuing financial instruments such as stocks, bonds, and government securities. Consequently, the financial market provides liquidity and cash flow, creating a fiscal space that can be utilized to fund developmental investment projects without the need for external borrowing and the associated risks of high interest rates on loans, which can impact the government's ability to repay. Therefore, the primary objective of this study is to analyze the reality of the Iraqi securities market (ISX) using financial market indicators and the government's ability to leverage the financial market to generate high financial, which Iraq's government needs. Thereby expanding the government's Fiscal space. The research revealed that the Iraqi securities market (ISX) needs more capacity to diversify its financial sources and attract local and international investments. Additionally, there is an almost complete absence of the issuance of government securities, which could contribute to creating the government's Fiscal space.
 
Paper: Research paper
An Investigation of level Applying Environmental sensing strategies in the National Security Advisory : An Empirical Research
Authors: Hamed Taheer* Hussam , Mahdi Saleh Khalid
Published: September 2024

This research aims to diagnose the level of embodiment of environmental sensing strategies in the National Security Advisory in Iraq. The importance of the research is evident from the importance of the topic it deals with. Environmental sensing in its three dimensions (Prediction strategy, scaling strategy, and Lockdown strategy) is one of the crucial issues in the success of organizations of all kinds. In addition to the importance of the researched organization (NSA), which is one of the most important components of ministries and security institutions and its active role in ensuring the security and stability of the country at the national and global levels. The problem of the research is how to read environmental variables by the (NSA) in a proactive manner through which it can make decisions that help it in preparing and drawing operational and strategic plans, as the research question expresses (what is the nature and level of interest in environmental sensing strategies at the NSA). The research included a sample of (90) respondents who hold positions in the NSA, and the questionnaire was used as a main tool for data collection. A group of statistical methods were used supported by the statistical program (SPSS) in order to obtain the results. The most important results were the variation in the embodiment of environmental sensing strategies in the research sample within the (NSA), where the prediction strategy came in order, then the scaling strategy, and finally the Lockdown strategy, respectively.
 
Paper type Research paper
The Impact of Digital Transformation on Office Management Efficiency
Authors: Habes Al-Saudi Nehad , Hammood Flayyih Hakeem
Published: September 2024

Purpose: The study examines digitalization literature on office administration efficiency in firms from management, marketing, finance, and accounting in Jordan Companies.
Theoretical framework: The questionnaire regularly compliments Digital Transformation (DT) on Office Management Efficiency (OME) contributions. Participants say digitalization improves job effectiveness, validating the findings. The concepts were supported by multiple questions.
Design/methodology/approach: We focused our analysis on 34 research papers related to DT and OME for the period from 2017 to 2024. Based on bibliometric analysis, this paper highlights the prevailing trend of current study in the field of DT and OME, by providing a detailed bibliometric analysis of the research trend and development for the last eight years, due to the increasing reliance on DT, including investigating the countries, journals and keywords of the research.
Findings: Statistical data and participant answers reveal that DT improves OME across disciplines. Results show digitization's advantages and how digital tools, and technology have enhanced production.
Research, Practical & Social implications: DT may boost organizational efficiency. A key benefit of DT for office administration is automation. Automation may save workers time and allow them to focus on important duties. Technology like robotic process automation may reduce human labor and boost production. Digital technology can streamline processes, automate tasks, increase communication, and boost performance using data analytics. Businesses must prioritize DT to compete and grow sustainably in the digital age.
Originality/value: Manage documents, communicate, schedule, and delegate tasks. Digital platforms help office managers streamline, collaborate, and accomplish tasks on time. Finaly, this study provides evidence of the lack of interest in the impact of DT on office management. Finally, the data analysis identifies several potential research issues to be investigated in relation to this relationship, which serve as an area for future research.
A comparison between Speckman and Bayesian estimation method of a semiparametric balanced longitudinal data model
Authors: Abdulsamad Habeeb   * Ahmed , N. Nayef Al-Kazaz Qutaiba
Published: September 2024

This paper aims to use semi-parametric regression to balanced longitudinal data model, where the parametric regression models suffer from the problem of strict constraints, while non-parametric regression models, despite their flexibility, suffer from the problem of the curse of dimensionality. Consequently, semi-parametric regression is an ideal solution to get rid of the problems that parametric and non-parametric regression suffer from. The great advantage of this model is that it contains all the positive features included in the previous two models, such as containing strict restrictions in its parametric component, complete flexibility in its non-parametric component, and clarity of the interaction between its parametric and non-parametric components.
Based on the above, two methods were used to estimate a semi-parametric balanced longitudinal data model. The first is the Bayesian estimating method; the second is the Speckman method, which estimated the unknown nonparametric smoothing function by employing the kernel smoothing Nadaraya-Watson method. The Aim was to make a comparison between the Bayesian estimation method and the classical estimation method. Three different sample sizes were used in the simulation studies: 50, 100, and 200. The study results showed that the Bayesian estimating method is best at low variance levels (1,5), whereas the Speckman method is best at high variance level (10).
 
Paper type: A Research derived from Dissertation  Ph.D.
The effect of enlightened leadership practices on organizational sustainability :An Analytical research in the colleges of the University of Baghdad
Authors: Rasol Mahdi* Duaa , Jassim Mohammed Alyaa
Published: September 2024

The current research aims to study the impact of enlightened leadership - represented by role model, developer, servant, communicator, visionary, changer - as an independent variable, on organizational sustainability - which includes direction, behavior, organization, guidance and evaluation. . As a dependent variable among a sample of university leaders. At the University of Baghdad. Knowing the extent of colleges’ interest in research variables and dimensions. The problem is limited understanding and use of enlightened leadership to achieve sustainability in the college environment. The research asks: Do informed leadership practices have an impact on organizational sustainability in the colleges of the University of Baghdad? What kind of relationship between them? The researcher used the descriptive analytical method in conducting the research and chose an ambitious sample of 160 respondents from leadership positions such as college deans, their assistants, and department heads. The primary analytical tool was the questionnaire. A total of 160 valid questionnaires were collected for statistical analysis. The researcher also used personal interviews and various statistical programs, including SPSS V25, to extract primary data. Using descriptive and inferential statistical methods, including validity and reliability testing, confirmatory factor analysis, calculating means and standard deviations, and the Pearson correlation coefficient, the researcher reached several conclusions. One of the key outcomes was the overall trend of colleges at the University of Baghdad towards enhancing their organizational sustainability by adopting informed, innovative, service-oriented leadership and improving assessment.
Research paper.
Morphological parameters of oil-pumpkin sprouts in different water-solution pH values
Authors: Varga Ivana , Iljkić Dario , Šimunović Mirna , Agić Dejan , Herman Goran , Antunović Manda
Published: September 2024

This study aimed to determine the influence of a water‐solution pH value on the germination of Croatian Bankovci oil pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo L. var. oleifera). The study was conducted under controlled conditions. The pumpkin seeds germinated at the different aqueous‐solution pH values (2.5, 3.5, 4.5, 5.5, 6.5, 7.5, and 8.5, respectively). Subsequent to germination, a total germination was determined, and the morphological parameters of sprouts were measured: total length, hypocotyl length, and root length (cm). In this research, the average seed germination amounted to 92%. The pH value had a statistically significant influence (p≤0.05) on all morphological parameters. In this study, the average sprout length amounted to 7.6 cm. The smallest sprout thrived in a very acidic medium at a pH value of 3.5, whereby the average sprout length amounted to only 3.6 cm, whereas the largest sprouts thrived at a pH value of 7.5, whereby the sprout length averagely amounted to 8.4 cm. A sprout development response in the water solution media having the various pH values can be valuable for the examination of a possibility to grow this genotype in different soil types and for the calculation of a number of seeds for precise sowing.
MOTHER'S LOVE AS AN INSPIRATION FOR CREATING PAINTING WORKS
Authors: Guhmana Teguh Djaka Sudarmana
Published: September 2024

The study of the creation of this work began with an interest in mothers’ love in sincerely nurturing their children and families. Once elaborated, a mother's love is eventually the fruits of the spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). This creation study uses an emic approach to understand the meaning of maternal love as perceived by mothers at the Bhakti Kasih Bunda nursing home in Surakarta. This creation study stage was divided into several steps in creating the work: (1) data collection through field observations, literature studies, and in-depth interviews with mothers at the Bhakti Kasih Bunda nursing home as well as Christian and Confucian religious leaders; (2) data analysis and conclusions as a source of work creation; (3) the process of creating works, which involves stages of experimentation, contemplation, and execution. he result of this creation study was a painting that uses mixed media with collage techniques. The works were divided into four parts based on subject matter, all of which are metaphors for maternal love as the fruit of the spirit. The four parts are the earth and the solar system, humans, animals, and plants.
THE INTEGRATION OF WOOD CARVING SKILLS INTO TEACHING AND LEARNING OF WOOD CARVING
Authors: Archer Thomas Brown Kow , Isaac Kwabene Agyei , Adu-Agyem Joe , Adom Dickson
Published: September 2024

Wood carving has been an integral part of many ethnic groups in Ghana and worldwide. Currently, Ghanaian wood carvers produce countless varieties of wooden sculptures for tourist trade or export. The wood carving business in Vakpo has provided employment for natives in the production of different wooden objects such as stools, umbrella tops, linguist staffs, walking sticks, human and animal figures/figurines,  and many more. Unlike any other wood carving industry, one of the major challenges facing Vakpo traditional wood carving is less recognition by art lovers due to scanty literature in the town and insufficient art enthusiasts in Ghana.  The study adopts a qualitative research design with a descriptive research method. The data was gathered through observations and interviews. The results indicate that wood carvers in Vakpo exhibit mastery in creativity, intricate cuts as well as finishing, and their quality wood carvings are by no means inferior to the wooden sculptures of other wood carvers from renowned towns such as Aburi, Ahwiaa, Foase, and others.
The effect of cognitive stimulant strategy on students' cognitive achievement in badminton
Authors: Ghada Ahmed Jawad  , Prof. Dr. Huthaifa Ibrahim Khalil  , Prof. Dr. Haider Mahmoud Aboud  , Prof. Dr. Raghda Hamza Al-Saffah
Published: September 2024

أصبح البحث العلمي من أهم الضروريات بمجتمعنا الحديث للوصول إلى أعلى المستويات في جميع نواحي الحياة عن طريق التعرف على ما وهبه الله تعالى للإنسان من قدرات وطاقات مختلفة في محاولة لتحقيق أكبر قدر ممكن من الاستفادة من النظريات العلمية وتطبيقها لخدمة المجتمع وتطويرها. وقد تحتاج كثير من الفعاليات الرياضية إلى وقت كبير للوصول إلى المستوى العالي من الأداء، ولكي يتم الاقتصاد في الجهد والوقت لابد من استخدام استراتيجيات وأساليب تدريسية وتعليمية وتأثيرها الفعال في التحصيل الدراسي والمعرفي لتلك الفعالية. وإن التعلم يفرض علينا تطوير المهارات الأساسية للعبة والمعرفة باللعبة والتي والمتمثلة بالتحصيل المعرفي، إذ يجب أن يأخذ مكانه البارز في عملية التعلم؛ لأنه من دون مستوى معرفي بالمهارة وقانون اللعبة تصعب عملية لتعلم للمتعلم، وفي الوقت الحاضر يرتبط العلم مع العمل والنظرية مع التطبيق. والريشة الطائرة واحدة من الألعاب الرياضية التي شهدت تطورا ًملحوظاً باستخدام التطبيق العلمي الصحيح وخاصة في عملية التعلم الخاص والمعرفة باللعبة. ومن هنا تكمن اهمية البحث من خلال تطبيق استراتيجية منشطات الادراك والتعرف على تأثيرها في التحصيل المعرفي لتسهيل عملية التعلم المهاري اذ ان المعرفة المسبقة بالاداء تسرع من عملية التعلم من خلال التصور والتوقع واستباق اداء المهارة بالمعرفة العلمية لها وإتاحة الفرصة امامه لممارسة طرق التعلم وعملياته بنفسه من خلال تفكيره واستنتاجاته مستخدماً معلوماته في الوصول إلى نتائج منطقية.
Evaluation of ship turnaround time and cargo trade delays of Nigerian ports in the post privatization regime
Authors: C. Mbachu Justice , B. Ndikom Obed , C. Nze Ibeawuchi , C. Nwokedi Theophilus
Published: September 2024

The study evaluated the ship turnaround time and cargo trade delays of Nigerian ports in the post privatization regime. The objectives of the study were, among other things, to investigate the existence of delays in ship turnaround time (STRT) operations and processing of shipping (cargo) trade in Nigerian seaports. The study used ex-facto research design, employing secondary data sourced from different sources as explained later in the work. The Net Output Model approach for estimating value of time lost, the paired sample-test, and the log-linear multiple regression analysis methods were used to analyze the data obtained. It was found that there exists disproportionate levels of delay in ship turnaround time operations in the individual seaports of Nigeria, such that, in each of the Onne, Lagos Apapa, Warri, Rivers, and Calabar ports, the delay encountered by ship operators in shipping operations is 1.878, 5.340, 3.470, 2.810, and 2.440 days, respectively. The Nigerian port sector average delay in ship turnaround time operations is 9.20 days. The result of the study also indicated the existence of 9.00, 16.73, 14.10, 15.60, and 13.40 day delays in the processing of shipping trade in each of the Onne, Lagos Apapa, Warri, Rivers, and Calabar ports, respectively. It is recommended that Port Authorities and Terminal operators, in collaboration with the Nigerian Shippers Council, should develop delay reduction policies and strategies in the ports, in order to ensure that trade processing and ship turnaround time operations in Nigerian ports comply with the global benchmark of 1.20 days for ship turnaround time and 4.00 days for shipping trade.
Highlights

Nigerian ports have been battling issues of port delays which made the ports less attractive with less patronage as prospective port users are made to spend more time and finance in transacting business with Nigerian ports.
These delays are mostly evident in the Ship Turnaround time (STRT)and Cargo dwell time (CDWT) in Nigerian Ports which are major factors in determining Port Performance globally.
The study conducted an evaluation of these delay causing factors and was able to estimate the number of extra days ships in Nigerian ports as against global benchmarks of other ports using STRT and CDWT as basic parameters of Port Performance.
The Apapa Port in Lagos State was deduced to be the Port with highest rate of delay while the Onne Port Complex in Rivers State was deduced to have the least delay in number of days.
Recommendations were also proffered as to mitigate these delays to make Nigerian ports competitive and more attractive to prospective port users.
Elective Experience - Summer Erasmus Madrid 2022
Authors: Zagoneanu Adina Elena
Published: September 2024

In the blink of an eye I was on my flight home, wondering how two months, which felt like two years, could pass as quickly as two weeks. During the summer of 2022 I was lucky enough to be one of the three DEM3/GEM2 students to participate in an erasmus exchange in Madrid, Spain. This was the first year this programme was launched and I was one very happy ‘guinea pig’. There’s not a day that goes by where I don’t wish I could be back in La Latina, in the heart of Madrid, basking in the scorching heat. Although, on that note, the scorching heat I could do without…
Enter Modius: Neurovalens's innovative new solution to insomnia
Authors: Iskander Andrew
Published: September 2024

Adequate sleep is an important aspect of a healthy lifestyle that increasingly seems to evade many. Factors like elevated stress and poor sleep hygiene are some of the primary culprits behind this, and the consequences they can have on patients’ health are hard to overstate. Insufficient sleep has been documented to have adverse long-term effects on patients’ cardiovascular health, immune systems, and mental well-being, among many other facets of health. Given this, patients with insomnia are at significantly elevated risk of developing these negative health outcomes over time. Insomnia is defined as difficulty with sleep onset or maintenance with associated daytime deficiencies, such as poor concentration. In Ireland, it has been estimated that up to 15% of the population struggle with this potentially debilitating disorder, surpassing some other European populations. Further complicating things, the management of this disorder can be quite difficult and inconsistent. The pharmacological options we currently have at our disposal tend to either have limited efficacy, like melatonin receptor agonists, or carry the risk of dependence, such as benzodiazepines. As for non-pharmacological therapies, our options are extremely lacking, with cognitive behavioural therapy being the only such treatment currently recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Großkommentar zum ABGB - Klang Kommentar §§ 137-267 ABGB, Kindschaftsrecht
Authors: Fenyves Attila
Published: September 2024

Stabentheiner (§§ 285-290) und Kisslinger (§§ 291-308) kommentieren in diesem ersten Sachenrechtsband zunächst zentrale Grundlagen des Sachenrechts, wie zum Beispiel den Sachbegriff, öffentlichen Gemeingebrauch, Staatsvermögen und Gemeindegut, die Einteilung der Sachen vor allem in bewegliche und unbewegliche, Zubehör, Unternehmens- und Liegenschaftsbewertung in umfassender und vertiefter Weise. Kodek bietet bei der Kommentierung der §§ 309 bis 352 ein geschlossenes und überzeugendes Konzept des Besitz-, insbesondere des Besitzstörungsrechts, dem in der Praxis überragende Bedeutung zukommt. Basierend auf den historischen Wurzeln des Instituts, den Materialien, der umfassend aufgearbeiteten Rechtsprechung und Lehre finden sich Lösungen in allen Detailfragen. Besonders wendet sich Kodek auch den Regeln des Eigentümer-Besitzerverhältnisses zu, die zudem mittelbar für das Bereicherungsrecht erhebliche Bedeutung haben. Dabei werden Verfahrensrecht (Besitzstörungsverfahren) und materielles Recht in ihrem sachlichen Zusammenhang dargestellt. Seit 2000 wird der Kommentar von den Zivilrechtsprofessoren Attila Fenyves, Ferdinand Kerschner und Andreas Vonkilch in dritter Auflage im Verlag Österreich herausgegeben. Der "Klang" ist von jeher vom Anspruch geprägt, eine Kommentierung auf hohem wissenschaftlichem Niveau zu bieten, die sich nicht mit der Wiedergabe der Judikatur und Literatur begnügt, sondern auch kritisch eigene Positionen vertritt und über den "Tellerrand" hinausblickt.
MSchG
Authors: Engin-Deniz Egon
Published: September 2024

Die umfassende Neubearbeitung bietet dem Anwender eine möglichst vollständige Darstellung der praxisrelevanten Bestimmungen des österreichischen, europäischen und internationalen Markenrechts. Besonderes Gewicht legt der Autor unter anderem auf die Änderungen im Bereich des Auskunftsanspruchs, der einstweiligen Verfügungen, der Umwandlung einer Gemeinschaftsmarke in eine nationale Marke, die Änderungen im Rechtsmittelverfahren vor dem ÖPA samt dem mit 1. 7. 2010 in Kraft getretenen Widerspruchsverfahren und die im Verfahren über Privatanklagen durch die StPO-Reform erfolgten verfahrensrechtlichen Änderungen. Die österreichische Rechtsprechung und einschlägige Judikatur des EuGH werden auf höchstaktuellem Stand dargestellt.
Bgld GemO 2003
Authors: Fasching Wolfgang , Weikovics Paul
Published: September 2024

Topaktuelle Kommentierung der novellierten Bgld GemO Die 2. Auflage des Kommentars erläutert unter zahlreichen Hinweisen auf Gesetzesmaterialien, Rechtsprechung und weiterführende Literatur Inhalt und Anwendungspraxis der Burgenländischen Gemeindeordnung 2003 nach dem Stand der am 2. Oktober 2017 in Kraft getretenen Novelle 2016. Ein Anhang mit weiteren Normtexten sowie ein Überblick über historische und aktuelle Entwicklungen des Gemeinderechts ergänzen das Werk.
Polynomial Collocation Methods Based on Successive Integration Technique for Solving Neutral Delay Differential Equations
Authors: Pushpam A. E. K. , Kayelvizhi C.
Published: September 2024

This paper presents a new approach to using polynomials such as Hermite, Bernoulli, Chebyshev, Fibonacci, and Bessel to solve neutral delay differential equations. The proposed method is based on the truncated polynomial expansion of the function together with collocation points and successive integration techniques. This method reduces the given equation to a system of nonlinear equations with unknown polynomial coefficients which can be easily calculated. The convergence of the proposed method is discussed with several mild conditions. Numerical examples are considered to demonstrate the efficiency of the method. The numerical results reveal that the proposed new approach gives better results than the conventional operational matrix approach of the polynomial collocation method. It demonstrates the reliability and efficiency of this method for solving linear and nonlinear neutral delay differential equations.
Higher Dimensional Bianchi Type-III String Cosmological Models in Lyra Geometry
Authors: Singh K. P. , Meitei A. J. , Baro J. , Devi S. R.
Published: September 2024

Here, we studied Bianchi type-III string cosmological models generated using a cloud of strings with particles connected to them in the framework of Lyra geometry considering five-dimensional spacetime. We assume that the shear scalar and scalar expansion are proportional to obtain the exact solutions of the survival field equations here. Secondly, we adopt the assumption considering the Reddy string condition. From the different cases obtained here, the first case gives the Bianchi type-III string cosmology in Lyra geometry in five-dimensional spacetime, and the second case gives the five-dimensional vacuum model in general relativity. The various parameters of the model universe, which are very important for the description of the Universe, are obtained, and their properties are studied and compared with the recent observational findings. The model universe obtained here starts with the Big Bang, and as time progresses, both particle density and energy density decrease with the expansion of our Universe.
Solution oSolution of Exponential Diophantine Equation nx +43y = z2, where n≡2(mod 129) and n+1 is not a Perfect Square
Authors: Aggarwal S. , Shahida A. T.
Published: September 2024

Nowadays, researchers are very interested in studying various Diophantine equations due to their importance in Cryptography, Chemistry, Knot Theory, Astronomy, Geometry, Trigonometry, Biology, Algebra, Electrical Engineering, Economics, and Astrology. The present paper is about the non-negative integer solution of the exponential Diophantine equation nx + 43y = Z2, where x, y, z are non-negative integers,  n is a positive integer with  n ≡2(mod 129) and n+1 is not a perfect square. The authors use the famous Catalan conjecture for this purpose. Results of the present paper indicate that 2, 3, 0, and 3 are the only required values of and  respectively, that satisfy the exponential Diophantine equation nx + 43y = Z2, where x, y, z are non-negative integers,  n is a positive integer with n ≡ 2(mod 129) and n+1 is not a perfect square. The present technique of this paper proposes a new approach to solving the Diophantine equations, which is the main scientific contribution of this study, and it is very beneficial, especially for researchers, scholars, academicians, and people interested in the same field.
Unusual Magnetic Behaviour of Ultrafine Stable Nickel Nanoparticles
Authors: Mondal O.
Published: September 2024

Ultrafine nickel nanoparticles have been synthesized using a capping agent-assisted chemical reduction technique using two different reaction media – water and ethylene glycol. The effect of the capping agent and reaction medium concentration on the particle size and their magnetic properties have been extensively studied. The size of the nickel nanoparticles, as revealed from X-ray diffractograms and transmission electron micrographs, is less than 5 nm. The energy-dispersive X-ray spectrum confirms that the synthesized nanoparticles are pure nickel. No other element is present in the spectrum. The nanoparticles exhibit surface plasmon resonance in ultraviolet (⁓310 nm). The blue shift in the absorbance peak's position further confirms the particle's miniaturization. The samples should have exhibited superparamagnetic behavior because the particle size is in the nanometer range. Instead, the ferromagnetic behavior of the samples has been observed at ambient temperature, which is attributed to the formation of clusters of nanoparticles. This property makes the material applicable for data storage technology.
A Note on Semiprime Hyperideal in Ternary Hypersemirings
Authors: Salim M. , Dutta B.
Published: September 2024

This research aims to define and investigate the properties of semiprime hyperideals in ternary hypersemirings. The researchers introduce the notion of semiprime hyperideal in a ternary hypersemiring and characterize it. The study has expanded by introducing the ideas of weak n-system and strong n-system in a ternary hypersemiring, and using these; the researchers characterize semiprime hyperideals. Again, the researchers introduce the prime radical β(I) of a hyperideal I in a ternary hypersemiring and obtain the important result that for a proper hyperideal  of a ternary hypersemiring R, β(I) ={r ∈ R: every weak m-system in R which contains rhas a nonempty intersection with I}. Finally, the work has been concluded by introducing the concept of fully idempotent ternary hypersemirng, and using this concept. It has been proved that if S is a commutative ternary hypersemiring with hyperidentity, then S is a regular commutative ternary hypersemiring with hyperidentity.
Exposing Larvae to Night Lighting Inhibits Embryonic Diapause in the Next Generation in the Domestic Silkworm, Bombyx mori
Authors: Iwamoto A. , Egi Y. , Sakamoto K.
Published: September 2024

The domestic silkworm (Bombyx mori) is reared under controlled environments. Therefore, silkworms may be exposed at night to light used by humans working or living nearby. Artificial light at night (LAN) disturbs natural lighting cycles and negatively affects insect physiology, behavior, and ecology in the field. However, the effects of dim LAN on domestic silkworms have not been assessed in detail. The present study investigated the effects of night lighting on diapause regulation in Bombyx mori, with a focus on light sensitivity. The silkworm larvae were exposed to LAN at intensity varying from 0.1‒100 lux under a short-day photoperiod that should induce diapauses, and then the incidence of diapause in eggs laid by resultant moths was evaluated. The incidence of diapause was 100 % in control (without night lighting) silkworms, but the incidence in those exposed to LAN ≥ 0.1 lux was < 2 %. These results showed that exposing larvae to night lighting at 0.1 lux under a short-day photoperiod substantially inhibited diapause induction in the next generation.
Synthesis and Characterization of Carboxymethyl Cellulose/Poly(Acrylamide-co-Vinyl Imidazole) Based Self-healing and pH-sensitive Hydrogel (Part-I)
Authors: Dubey D. , Bajpai S. K. , Bajpai M.
Published: September 2024

In the present work, monomers acrylamide (AAm) and vinyl imidazole (VI) were co-polymerized in the presence of carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) to yield a totally un-crosslinked solid hydrogel electrolyte (SHE) with fair self-healing property. The SHE was characterized by FTIR, XRD, SEM, and TGA analysis. The surface texture, as revealed by SEM analysis, was observed to be fairly smooth. The hydrogel electrolyte exhibited pH-dependent swelling behavior with percent equilibrium swelling (PES) of 5170, 1892, and 5163 in the swelling media of pH 1.0, 6.8, and 13.0, respectively. In addition, the kinetic swelling was best interpreted by the Power function model, revealing a chain relaxation-controlled water uptake at pH 1.0 and 13.0. The SHE showed an excellent self-healing property, which was confirmed by the “LED glowing” experiment. As compared to its original elongation of 200 %, the self-healed hydrogel exhibited an elongation of 157 %, thus showing a fair restoration tendency.
Spectroscopic and Density Functional Theory Approach to Study the Interaction of Ibuprofen with Water Molecule
Authors: Borah B. , Saikia J.
Published: September 2024

The fundamental understanding of drug-water interaction is pivotal to ensure the bioavailability of a drug as it depends on the solubility profile of the drug candidate. The present work is undertaken to investigate the molecular interaction between a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, Ibuprofen, and water molecule at the atomic level using Density Functional Theory. Gaussian 09W software is used to optimize the molecules using the Becke–Lee–Yang–Parr/6-31 G (d, p) level. The newly formed intermolecular hydrogen bonds O34-H36---O1 (2.58 Å) and O34-H35---O2 (2.08 Å) dominate the Raman spectra of the compound in the higher wavenumber region, and a remarkable spectral shift is observed in the interacting state. NBO analysis validates the transfer of charges in the interacting state via O-H---O with a stabilization energy of 35.32 kcal/mol. AIM analysis reveals the existence of a moderate (O34−H35∙∙∙O2) and a weak hydrogen bond (O34−H36∙∙∙O1) between the two monomers. The compound's experimentally recorded UV absorption spectrum exhibits an absorption peak at 216.59 nm. The corresponding energy gap of 5.72 eV agrees with the calculated energy gap of the interacting state (5.90 eV). MEP surface of the ibuprofen + Water is evaluated, which will further help in biological recognition.
Transfer Learning Techniques to Classify Nematodes Species
Authors: Verma M. , Kotwal A. , Manhas J. , Sharma V.
Published: September 2024

Phytoparasitic nematodes are severely damaging crops all over the world, which leads to an enormous financial loss. Some researchers estimate that less than 0.01 % of these species have not yet been discovered. Since most nematodes have similar physical traits, it can be difficult to classify them using traditional techniques. In the past, the only way to identify nematodes was through their morphological traits, including body length, their reproductive organs' arrangement, and other physical characteristics. The aforementioned method is exceedingly labor and skill-intensive, and its classification is solely dependent on human ability and costly machinery. In recent years, DL-based techniques have greatly enhanced and boosted accuracy. Using DL algorithms InceptionV3 and VGG16, these species were effectively categorized in this study. Five different species of nematodes, Acrobeles, Acrobeloides, Aphelenchoides, Amplimerlinius, and Discolimus, were used. The given dataset, which consists of 1500 digital photos of nematodes, is further expanded to 5000 images using data augmentation techniques like flipping, shearing, zooming, and other procedures. Two pre-trained CNN models, InceptionV3 and VGG16, have been improved to classify these species. The InceptionV3 and VGG16 models have respective accuracy rates of 98.02 % and 95.87 %.
Synergistic Effects of TeO2-SeO2 in Hydroxyapatite Coatings: A Dual Approach to Combat Inflammation and Infection
Authors: Shaji P. S. , Mathai S.
Published: September 2024

This paper introduced the temperature-controlled thermal decomposition method to provide unique nanostructured TeO2-SeO2-HAp coatings on Ti substrates. The mechanical and biological studies, including anti-bacterial and non-cytotoxic properties, are established under various simulated scenarios. In vitro, results indicated that the TeO2-SeO2-HAp coating has excellent adhesion strength and bioactivity. In addition, introducing nano TeO2-SeO2-HAp coatings inhibits the growth of gram-positive bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus) and gram-negative bacteria (Escherichia coli), without resorting to antibiotics. TeO2-SeO2 samples have only 75.99 % inflammation at 200 µg/mL and show excellent anti-inflammatory properties. The TeO2-SeO2-HAp coating reasonably showed good in vitro anti-bacterial as well as anti-inflammatory properties with no significant reduction in cell viability, i.e., at lower dosages of up to 83.09 g/mL. This shows a proof-of-concept for a TeO2-SeO2-HAp coating as a potential non-toxic anti-infective barrier for orthopedic implants with enhanced bio-mechano-functionalities.
Assessing and Charting the Future Path : Addressing the Decline of Brain Tumor Specialists in Korea - Insights from the Korean Brain Tumor Society (KBTS) Future Strategy Committee of 2023
Authors: Byun Joonho , Go Kyeong-O , Kim Kyung-Min , Shin Dong-Won , Yoo Jihwan , Kim Yeo Song , Kwon Sae Min , Kim Young Zoon , Kim Seon-Hwan
Published: September 2024

Objective : Although Republic of Korea is an advanced country in medical technology with a successful treatment rate for serious diseases, such as cancer, and has improved technology for highly difficult surgery, many excellent medical doctors and physicians are struggling due to the recent unreasonable medical environment. Specialization in brain tumor surgery also faces challenges in Republic of Korea, including low financial incentives, legal threats, and limited career prospects. In response, the Korean Brain Tumor Society (KBTS) formed the Future Strategy Committee to assess these obstacles and propose solutions.Methods : A survey was conducted among the KBTS members to understand their perceptions and concerns across different career stages.Results : The findings revealed a decline in interest among chief residents in brain tumor surgery, owing to limited job opportunities and income prospects. Neurosurgical fellows expressed neutral satisfaction but highlighted challenges, such as low patient numbers and income. Faculty members with varying levels of experience echoed similar concerns, emphasizing the need for improved financial incentives and job stability. Despite these challenges, the respondents expressed dedication to the field and suggested strategies for improvement.Conclusion : The KBTS outlines a vision that focuses on practical excellence, comprehensive research, professional education, responsibilities, and member satisfaction. Addressing these challenges requires collaborative efforts among healthcare institutions, professional societies, and policymakers to support brain tumor specialists and enhance patient care.
PERILAKU SEKSUAL PENGUNJUNG DI WISATA MANGROVE KEDATIM SUMENEP
Authors: Adiliya Tri Subekti
Published: September 2024

Pariwisata seperti sudah menjadi kewajiban dimana di setiap daerah dari perkotaan hingga pelosok desa memiliki destinasi wisata bagi para pengunjungnya mulai dari wisata alami hingga wisata buatan. Dalam sistem pariwisata, ada banyak aktor yang berperan dalam menggerakkan system. Jika aktor-aktor tersebut tidak dapat bekerjasama dengan baik, maka akan terjadi penyimpangan dalam kegiatan periwisata tersebut. Dalam hal kepariwisataan tidak menutup kemungkinan untuk terjadi penyimpangan sosial, salah satunya perilaku seksual dalam kepariwisataan. Salah satu tempat wisata yang memiliki jejak kejadian tindakan seksual adalah Wisata Mangrove Kedatim yang ada di Kabupaten Sumenep. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan memahami perilaku seksual pengunjung pada destinasi Wisata Mangrove Kedatim. Penelitian ini menggunakan landasan teori komunikasi pariwisata dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui wawancara dan observasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan perilaku seksual yang dilakukan pengunjung di tempat wisata ini cukup beragam. Oknum-oknum tersebut berusia antara 17-25 tahun yang merupakan warga asli sekitar tempat wisata.
STRATEGI KOMUNIKASI KRISIS DI MEDIA SOSIAL GUBERNUR DKI JAKARTA ANIES BASWEDAN DALAM MENGHADAPI PANDEMI COVID-19
Authors: Sutawijaya Andi Angger
Published: September 2024

Komuniasi krisis Gubernur DKI Jakarta Anies Baswedan menjadi sorotan media serta public sebab disebut cukup berhasil merespon fase awal pandemi Covid-19 di DKI Jakarta. Anies Baswedan dianggap cukup sigap mengeluarkan beberapa kebijakan untuk merespon kondisi genting ketika itu pada DKI Jakarta dan sikap Anies Baswedan yang tidak menganggap enteng masalah, transpran terhadap data dan informasi serta mendengarkan dan menjadikan saran para pakar sebagai rujukan telah menjadi pesan kunci keberhasilan komunikasi Anies Baswedan. Peneliti memakai metode penelitian kualitatif naratif dengan kerangka berpikir konstruktivis. Sedangkan analisis yang digunakan buat mengkaji konflik penelitian adalah analisis Teori Situational Crisis Communication Theory (SCCT). Hasil kajian ini menemukan bahwa strategi komunikasi krisis yang dijalankan Anies Baswedan melalui kanal Instagram pribadinya cukup berhasil, hal ini ditandai dengan riset yang dirilis oleh Indikator yang menempatkan Anies Baswedan sebagai kepala daerah yang paling peka terhadap krisis di masa pandemi.