bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Porous Organic Polymers Based on a Polymer of Intrinsic Microporosity
Authors:   A.N. Nesmeyanov Institute of Organoelement Compounds, Russian Academy of Sciences, ul. Vavilova 28, str. 1, Moscow, 119334 Russia, Ponomarev I. I. , Volkova Yu. A. ,   A.N. Nesmeyanov Institute of Organoelement Compounds, Russian Academy of Sciences, ul. Vavilova 28, str. 1, Moscow, 119334 Russia, Vtyurina E. S. ,   A.N. Nesmeyanov Institute of Organoelement Compounds, Russian Academy of Sciences, ul. Vavilova 28, str. 1, Moscow, 119334 Russia, Skupov K. M. ,   A.N. Nesmeyanov Institute of Organoelement Compounds, Russian Academy of Sciences, ul. Vavilova 28, str. 1, Moscow, 119334 Russia
Published: August 2024

The synthesis of porous organic polymers (POPs) based on a polymer of intrinsic microporosity (PIM), which represent a new class of promising materials, has been studied in detail. These porous systems are formed by precise joining of organic building blocks through covalent bonds in order to create predefined assemblies and can possess a three-dimensional (3D) or 2D-layered structure. The model reactions are considered and porosimetry studies are performed for the resulting POPs.
A Review of 'The Translator's Invisibility' Book by Lawrence Venuti
Authors: Benhakkoum Rachid
Published: August 2024

The objective of this paper is to shed light on the main elements of Lawrence Venuti's invaluable book: The Translator's Invisibility and foregrounds the importance of his premise. The study traces Venuti’s research project that describes the work nature of the translator of the English language through contrasting the main components of the book and highlighting its relevance. The author's ultimate goal is to change the marginalized status of the act of translation in the perspective of Anglo-American culture. His discourse is addressed to the translators and readership, both beginners and experts, and he advocates a shift in perspective toward the reading and writing of the translation process. The author’s journey to reverse the unjust situation of the field redefines concepts like; ‘domestication’ and ‘foreignization’, revisits the purpose of the act of translation and highlights the importance of the translator's role and identity. Venuti investigates the marginalized situation of the translator, in Anglo-American culture, through reconsidering notions like: Invisibility, Canon, Nation, Dissidence, Margin, Simpatico and concludes with a call to action. Actually, The Translator's Invisibility aims at creating new alternatives in the reality of the field, however, this ambitious aspiration is faced with the arrogant dogma of how the translator is seen by the commissioners which affects the translator's self-value per se. A fact that necessitates more research, investigation and collaboration of efforts, of prominent authors and institutions of the field, in order to adjust the work conditions of the translators and achieve the paradigm shift that an inspirational book like this one forestalls.
Leadership and Performance: Lessons for Public Institutions from Imam Ali's Letter 53
Authors: IFISS SAIDA , MSSASSI SAID
Published: August 2024

This study examines the integration of the leadership principles outlined by Imam Ali in Letter 53 within Moroccan public institutions. Using univariate and bivariate analyses, we evaluated the application and impact of eleven essential leadership qualities: empathy, humility, respect, tolerance, decision optimization, reconciliation, consultation, trust, safeguarding others' interests, active listening, and delegation. The results show a significant gap between the leadership qualities recommended by Imam Ali and those actually observed in Moroccan public institutions. The analyses reveal a negative perception of current leadership practices, with high rates of dissatisfaction with qualities such as empathy, humility, and tolerance. These findings underscore the importance of reforming leadership practices by incorporating the ethical and humanistic principles of Imam Ali to improve organizational performance and employee satisfaction. The research suggests that the adoption of these principles could transform the Moroccan public sector, making it more effective, efficient, and customer-oriented.
Opportunities and Challenges for Katokkon Chili (Capsicum chinense. Jacq) Agribusiness as a Highland Endemic Crop: Lessons Learned from Indonesia
Authors: Aylee Christine Alamsyah Sheyoputri
Published: August 2024

The development of agribusiness involving endemic plants offers both opportunities and challenges due to the fact that these plants are endemic to specific geographical areas. The Toraja highlands are home to the Katokkon chili, an endemic crop with a spicier taste and larger fruit size than regular chili. The community utilizes this unique crop as a source of income. The objective of this study is to identify the application of the Katokkon agribusiness subsystem and to examine the opportunities and challenges inherent to its cultivation. This research uses a mixed-methods approach with a sequential explanatory technique. Data collection was conducted in Rantetayo District, Tana Toraja Regency, involving a total of 58 samples with details of 42 samples of katokkon chili farmers, 6 intermediary traders, 3 wholesalers, and 7 retailers. This was conducted between February and May 2024. The analysis was conducted in three stages. Initially, the agribusiness subsystems were identified. Secondly, the income, marketing margins, and farmer share were analysed. Finally, opportunities and challenges in each katokkon agribusiness subsystem in Toraja were analysed. The findings revealed that, of the five identified subsystems (production input, on-farm, post-harvest processing, marketing, and support), post-harvest processing was not conducted. The average income for farmers is IDR 223,820,571.65 per hectare per month, with an R/C ratio of 9.56. In regard to the marketing of these products, there are three distinct marketing channels. The farmer’s share ranges from 50 to 90 percent. The institutions and services that support the operation of the katokkon chili agribusiness are government agencies and farmer groups. There are still opportunities for the development of katokkon, mainly because of its specific characteristics. The main challenge lies in the agribisuness subsystem, namely seeds and processing, and post-harvest subsystems. Overall, katokkon development opportunities can be optimized through government support and other supporting institutions.
Women's Empowerment through Higher Education and Employment in Bangladesh
Authors: Sanjida Nowshin Mou
Published: August 2024

This report investigates the role of higher education and employment in empowering women in Bangladesh. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature and survey results, the report identifies key challenges and opportunities for women's advancement. By taking a survey of 200 working women from Bangladesh, this report offers quantitative research on the topic to identify the current condition of women's empowerment and future requirements to develop them further. The findings suggest that while significant progress has been made in increasing women's access to education, there remains a gap in employment opportunities and participation. The report proposes a series of policy recommendations aimed at addressing these challenges, including increased government funding for women's education, promotion of gender-inclusive policies in the workplace, investment in sectors traditionally dominated by women, and public awareness campaigns about the importance of women's empowerment. By implementing these recommendations, Bangladesh can take significant strides towards achieving gender equality and unlocking the full potential of its female population.
The Use of ICT-Based Teaching in the 21st Century: Attitudes, Beliefs, and Perceptions of University Lecturers in the Afghan Context
Authors: Zafary Abdulhay , Hashimi Aminuddin , Kew Si Na
Published: August 2024

The current study aimed to investigate attitudes, beliefs, and perceptions of Afghan university lecturers’ towards the use and integration of ICT in the 21st century. The study also sought to examine whether instructors’ attitudes and beliefs affect the integration of ICT in 21st-century teaching in the Afghan context. The participants (n=414) who were Afghan university lecturers were selected through the simple random sampling technique. The researcher employed both descriptive and inferential statistical analysis to analyze the data. The result of the study revealed that Afghan university instructors’ had positive attitudes and beliefs toward the integration of ICT in 21st-century teaching in the Afghan context. The result also indicated that Afghan university instructors perceived positive perceptions of the integration of ICT in 21st-century teaching in Afghan contexts. It was also found that attitudes and beliefs related to ICT use affected the integration of ICT in teaching.
Is the Movement of Fertilizer and Food Commodity Prices Unidirectional? A Frequency Domain Causality Approach
Authors:   Department of Statistics, College of Computing and Informatics, Haramaya University, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia.  Email: destabati8@gmail.com, Nuno Desta Bati
Published: August 2024

The 2008 economic crisis made food price to be doubled and currently the Ukraine-Russia war has resulted to higher food prices and costs of agricultural inputs like fertilizers are, thereby, drawing significant attention from scholars. This study was aimed at investigating the linkages between fertilizer prices and categorized food commodity prices using monthly data from January 1980 to May 2023. Relevant data was collected from primary and secondary sources. The Zivot–Andrew’s unit root test, the Toda-Yamamoto time-domain causality test, and the frequency domain causality test were conducted for data analysis. Findings show that, at 5% significance level, grain prices induce the fertilizer price for all frequencies in the intervals of 0 to 3.14. This result suggests that there is both long-term and short-term causality from grains price index to fertilizer price index. In addition to this, fertilizer price causes the grains price for frequencies in the intervals of 1.08–1.64 and 2.71–3.14. These results indicate that fertilizer prices play a great role in predicting grain prices and have bidirectional causality with grain price. Furthermore, the empirical result from this study also reveals that fertilizer price index does not granger-cause the oil prices and other food prices for all frequencies in the intervals of 0-3.14, at 5% significance level. These results imply that fertilizer prices have no short-run and long-run causal relationship with oil prices and other food prices.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF CONTINUOUS PROBABILITY DISTRIBUTIONS FOR MODELING MAXIMUM FLOOD LEVELS
Authors: Shobanke Dolapo Abidemi , Olayemi Michael Sunday , Olajide Oluwamayowa Opeyimika
Published: August 2024

Probability distributions play a pivotal role in data analysis, providing insights into the likelihood of outcomes and forming the basis for statistical inference. This article explores the significance and application of various continuous probability distributions through a comprehensive comparative analysis. Using real-life data on maximum flood levels, we evaluate the efficacy of selected distributions including the Normal, Standard Normal, Cauchy, Chi-Square, and T distributions. Model selection criteria such as the Akaike Information Criterion (AIC), Bayesian Information Criterion (BIC), and Schwarz Information Criterion (SIC) are employed to assess goodness of fit and predictive capabilities. The comparative analysis reveals insights into model selection efficiency, with AIC emerging as a top performer across distributions. Notably, the Chi-Square distribution demonstrates superior performance, highlighting its potential in diverse applications. In conclusion, , it's evident that AIC outshines both SIC and BIC across all distributions analyzed in this study, also, the paper underscores the importance of selecting appropriate distributions, providing valuable insights for statistical modeling and decision-making processes across disciplines.
Analysis of Consumer Preferences for Used Cars Using K-Means Clustering as a Basis for Building Business Actions
Authors: Sulianta Feri , Amalia Endang , Arif Ahmad
Published: August 2024

Transportation is a crucial aspect of modern mobility, enabling the movement of goods and individuals. Private vehicles, such as motorcycles and cars, are the dominant choice for many due to their convenience and practicality. However, with numerous car options, consumers often struggle to select used cars that match their needs and preferences. In this research, data mining is employed to cluster used cars based on consumer preferences for price, rating, and performance using the K-Means Clustering algorithm. The data consists of used car information from various sources. The K-Means algorithm groups the cars into clusters based on price, rating, and performance criteria. The results reveal three consumer groups with different preferences in these areas. This information provides valuable insights for consumers to make informed decisions and offers guidance to the automotive industry for designing more effective business actions.
Phygital marketing in libraries: The prospects and problems
Authors:   Moscow City Pedagogical University, Kapterev Andrey I. ,   Russian State Library,   Russian National Public Library for Science and Technology
Published: August 2024

In the recent years, various industries have turned to the phygital marketing. This interest is based on the idea of the unique value of physical experience exceeding that provided through digital ways. Therefore, the combination of these two approaches stimulates consumer interest toward products and services. However, the actual sources of this marketing potential have been understudied, and the viability factors have been still unclear. Based on the literature review, the author proposes the general theoretical foundation, as well as the research findings to explain the potential power of phygital marketing, demonstrates its unique value and recommends platforms to use it in libraries.
EXPLORING THE PERSPECTIVES OF PRESERVICE FILIPINO MATHEMATICS TEACHERS: BASIS FOR A PROPOSED EDUCATIONAL BELIEF MODEL
Authors: Ignacio Jr. Avelino G.
Published: August 2024

This research explores the educational beliefs of select fourth-year preservice Filipino mathematics teachers enrolled in the Bachelor of Education major in Mathematics program in the second semester of the 2022–2023 academic year in a state university in Bulacan, Philippines, via qualitative-exploratory research. Three qualitative tools were used: a metaphor construction task, unstructured questions, and a drawing task. Thematic analysis and intercoder reliability checking were implemented. Based on the findings, the first theme, the teacher as a knowledge dispenser belief, features the imperative conduct of the dispensation of knowledge; the second theme, the teacher as a reliable improver belief, highlights the formation of space for student participation after dispensing knowledge; the third theme, teacher as an equity promoter belief, highlights the significance of addressing the needs of the students while dispensing knowledge; and the last theme, teacher as a strategic scaffolder belief, highlights combining, extending, and maximizing all knowledge, experiences, and learning opportunities to align with and attain learning objectives. The teacher-as-knowledge dispenser belief is more teacher-centered, the teacher-as-reliable improver and teacher-as-equity promoter beliefs are mixed teacher-centered and student-centered, and the teacher-as-strategic scaffolder belief is more student-centered.
Keywords: educational belief model, mathematics teaching, preservice teachers, student-centered, teacher beliefs, teacher-centered
QUANTITATIVE TECHNIQUES WITH SMALL SAMPLE SIZES: AN EDUCATIONAL SUMMER CAMP EXAMPLE
Authors: Kilty Trina Johnson , Kilty Kevin T. , Burrows Borowczak Andrea C , Borowczak Mike
Published: August 2024

A computer science camp for pre-collegiate students was operated during the summers of 2022 and 2023. The effect the camp had on attitudes was quantitatively assessed using a survey instrument. However, enrollment at the summer camp was small, which meant the well-known Pearson's Chi-Squared to measure the significance of results was not applied. Thus, a quantitative analysis method using a multinomial probability distribution as a model of a multilevel Likert scale survey was used. Exact calculations of a multinomial probability model with likelihood ratio were performed to quantitatively analyze the results of questionnaires administered to participants in two cohort groups (combined N=17). Probabilities per Likert categories were determined from the data itself using Bayes theorem with a Dirichlet prior. Each cohort functioned as part of a homogenous sample, thus allowing cohorts to be pooled. Post-test revealed significant changes in participants’ attitudes after camp completion. Using this technique has implications for studies with small sample sizes. Using exact calculation of the multinomial probability model with the use of likelihood ratio as a statistical test of evidence has advantages: a) it is an exact value that can be used on any size sample, although it offers a quantitative analysis option for small sample size studies; b) depends only on what was observed during a study; c) does not require advanced calculation; d) modern spreadsheet and statistical package programs can calculate the analysis; and e) likelihood ratio employed in Bayes theorem can update prior beliefs according to evidence. Utilizing small sample size quantitative analysis can strengthen insights into data trends and showcase the importance of this quantitative technique.
Keywords: multinomial probability model, likelihood ratio, small sample study, survey research, quantitative analysis, summer camp
Cd39 and P2rx7-Wnt signaling enhance blast pathogenicity in an experimental model of acute myeloid leukemia
Authors: Feng Lili , Zhang Haohai , Mao Changchuin , De Andrade Mello Paola , Stroopinsky Dina , Csizmadia Eva , Zhou Jialin , Avigan David , Yu Jinming , Gao Wenda , Robson Simon C.
Published: August 2024

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Evaluation of Performance Enhancement in Garment Industry Using Lean Tools
Authors: Mehnaz Jebin  , Helal Md Mazharul , Kaikobad Md , Uddin Md Mutasim , Rahman Md Mahbubur
Published: August 2024

The comprehensive idea of lean manufacturing emphasizes the identification and removal of wastes related to production. Increased productivity, shorter lead times, improved line balancing, lower work in progress (WIP), higher quality, more adaptable designs, lower costs, etc. are all major objectives of applying lean tools. This study aims to investigate how lean manufacturing techniques might enhance manufacturing efficiency in Bangladeshi RMG sector. The sewing section of a small scale garment industry was the focus of this study. In the study, the existing line layout of a trouser style was examined using value stream mapping which contributed to the identification of numerous waste in the existing layout. In order to change the current status of the sewing section, the workplace was organized by 5S tools to remove wastes identified by VSM followed by altering the conventional longer line layout into three cell of work station as suggested by cellular manufacturing. After implementation of these lean tools, results observed include, production output is increased by 17.80%, efficiency is increased by 12.46%, SMV of product is standardized to 18.68 min., defects per hundred units is reduced to 10% and order change over time is reduced by 37%. The conclusions reached during the execution of this implementation study are realistic and applicable in industries with similar structures.
GUB JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING, Vol 10(1), 2023 P 27-36
Estimating disease prevalence from partially-sampled clusters using the conditional linear family for multivariate Bernoulli data
Authors: EDWARDS SUSAN L , PREISSER JOHN S , QAQISH BAHJAT , SUSIN CRISTIANO
Published: August 2024

In periodontal disease surveillance in human populations, full-mouth clinical examinations to classify the disease status of individuals are the gold standard for estimating periodontitis prevalence. However, conducting full-mouth exams is resource intensive, time consuming, and costly, especially in studies involving thousands of participants. Partial-recording protocols have been utilized in oral health surveys worldwide to gather correlated binary outcomes of periodontal disease on selected teeth in lieu of full-mouth exams. Since the use of partial-recording protocols tends to underestimate disease prevalence, a statistical distributional approach considering the pattern of tooth-level disease in the mouth was proposed to substantially reduce bias for the estimation of periodontitis prevalence. This approach employed multivariate Bernoulli distributions for observation (tooth)-level disease indicators to define formulae for the prevalence of disease (periodontitis) at the cluster (person)-level for various full-mouth case definitions. In turn, prevalence estimators were based on plug- in estimates of parameters from a conditional linear family for binary data gathered under partial recording protocols. Work in this article extended existing prevalence estimators for simple case definitions based on single clinical measures of tooth-level periodontal disease to a definition of severe periodontitis using two measures as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Academy of Periodontology, and later adopted by the 2017 World Workshop in Periodontology. Simulations evaluated the finite-sample performance of the proposed estimators and their confidence intervals for three established partial-recording protocols. In general, the prevalence estimators performed well relative to bias and coverage when tooth-level probabilities of disease and within-mouth correlation structures were correctly specified and even when the pattern of tooth-pair correlations was misspecified.
Journal of Statistical Research 2024, Vol. 58, No. 1, pp. 3-31.
Hemşirelik son sınıf öğrencilerinin kullandıkları bilgi kaynaklarının ve bilgi okuryazarlığı düzeylerinin belirlenmesi
Authors: Çalışkan Figen
Published: August 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışmada, hemşirelik son sınıf öğrencilerinin kullandıkları bilgi kaynaklarının ve bilgi okuryazarlığı düzeylerinin belirlenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Yöntem: Tanımlayıcı olan çalışmaya bir sağlık bilimleri fakültesi hemşirelik bölümünde okuyan 153 son sınıf öğrencisi katıldı. Veriler 13.11.2023-01.12.2023 tarihleri arasında, Bilgi Formu ve Bilgi Okuryazarlığı Ölçeği kullanılarak elde edildi. İstatistiksel analiz için SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) 22.0 paket programı kullanıldı.
Bulgular: Hemşirelik son sınıf öğrencilerinin yaş ortalaması 21.93±1.06 yıldı. Öğrencilerin %5.9’u bilgi okuryazarlığı, %31.4’ü de bilgi kaynaklarının kullanımı ile ilgili eğitim aldığını belirtti. Hemşirelik son sınıf öğrencilerinin bilgiye ulaşmak için en fazla yararlandıkları bilgi kaynaklarının internet, ders kitapları, öğretim elemanları olduğu, klinik uygulamalarda kullandıkları öncelikli bilgi kaynaklarının ise internet, hemşireler ve öğretim elemanları olduğu belirlendi. Hemşirelik öğrencilerinin Bilgi Okuryazarlığı Ölçeği toplam puan ortalaması 4.0±0.46 idi. Sonuç: Hemşirelik son sınıf öğrencilerinin bilgiye ulaşmak için en fazla internet, ders kitapları, öğretim elemanlarından, klinik uygulamalarda da internet, hemşireler ve öğretim elemanlarından yararlandıkları belirlendi. Hemşirelik öğrencilerinin bilgi okuryazarlık düzeylerinin yüksek düzeye yakın olduğu saptandı. Bu sonuçlar doğrultusunda; tüm hemşirelik okullarında eğitim müfredatına hemşirelik öğrencilerinin bilgi okuryazarlığı becerilerini geliştirmeye yönelik derslere yer verilmesi, öğrencilerin internetten elde ettikleri bilgileri eleştirel olarak değerlendirebilmesi için eleştirel düşünme becerilerine yönelik derslerde konuların yer alması, hemşirelerin ve öğretim elemanlarının güncel bilgileri takip etmeleri, bilgi okuryazarlığı konusunda etkinliklere katılmaları önerilebilir.
Restricción física segura y eficaz en el paciente adulto con agitación
Authors: Pintado González Azalia , Vargas-Mejía Indra Danae
Published: August 2024

Objetivo: Revisar la importancia de realizar la restricción física de manera segura y eficaz en el paciente adulto con agitación. Material y métodos: La búsqueda de información se realizó en las bases de datos SciELO, Elsevier, Google Académico, Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde y PubMed, entre el periodo enero-marzo de 2024, utilizando los descriptores de salud «agitación», «restricción física», «enfermería», «seguridad» «eficaz» y empleando el operador booleano «AND». Para seleccionar los artículos principales se siguió la guía PRISMA1. Resultados: Se identificaron 23 artículos clasificados mediante los grados de evidencia tipo Oxford. Conclusiones: La colocación de las restricciones físicas debe ser un procedimiento fundamentado, justificado y realizado considerando las medidas y los materiales adecuados para efectuarlas de forma segura y eficaz.
DAYA TARIK DESTINASI WISATA ALAM & BUDAYA PADANG FULAN FEHAN KAB. BELU NUSA TENGGARA TIMUR
Authors: Rinata Asfira Rachmad , Widodo Herru Prasetya , Loe Mariela Gradiana
Published: August 2024

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to determine the Attraction of Natural Cultural Tourism Destinations in Padang Fulan Fehan. Belu, East Nusa Tenggara by using the concept of destination branding theory by Morgan and Pritchard. The type of research used is descriptive qualitative in order to reveal more deeply the tourist attraction of Padang Fulan Fehan as natural and cultural tourism. The results of the study reveal that to see tourist attractiveness apply five stages of destination branding, namely: (1) market investigation, analysis and strategic recommendations stage by implementing SWOT analysis in the form of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (threats) Then, (2) the brand identity development stage only uses the name as the brand identity. Furthermore, (3) the brand launch and introduction stage: communicating the vision through promotion through electronic media, online media, and social media, (4) the brand implementation stage in collaboration with the local community (LMDH) and the government. Meanwhile, (5) monitoring, evaluation, and review stages through social media and monitoring the situation in the field. The attraction of Padang Fulan Fehan in the expanse of savanna meadows and cultural attractions that are displayed at certain moments at traditional eventsKeywords: atractions, branding destination, Padang Fulan Fehan tourism, NTT
Politik Kewargaan: Upaya Nelayan Perempuan dalam Memperoleh Keadilan (Studi Pada Desa Purworejo, Kabupaten Demak)
Authors: Jihad Rajendra Walad , Yuwanto Yuwanto , Herawati Nunik Retno
Published: August 2024

The efforts of fisher women in Purworejo Village to obtain justice are within the scope of the concept of civic politics. For dozens to decades, fisher women in Purworejo Village have been going to sea without obtaining legality regarding their employment status on their KTP. The aim of this research is to study the various disparities experienced by fisher women in Purworejo Village, the efforts made to achieve justice, and the effects realized from these efforts to achieve justice. Qualitative and descriptive are the methods and approaches used in this research. Secondary and primary data resulting from participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation are the data sources for this research. Meanwhile, the researcher uses Kristian Stokke's political theory of citizenship as a theoretical framework to strengthen the analysis in this research. The results of this research found that there are two forms of inequality experienced by fisher women in Purworejo Village, namely social inequality and rights inequality. Efforts to resolve this injustice include identification and education, advocacy for the transition of employment status on KTPs, and monitoring the realization of rights for fisher women. The effect obtained from these efforts is the handling of various social inequalities and gaps in rights faced by fisher women in Purworejo Village.Upaya nelayan perempuan di Desa Purworejo dalam memperoleh keadilan adalah cakupan dari konsep politik kewargaan. Selama belasan hingga puluhan tahun, nelayan perempuan di Desa Purworejo telah melaut tanpa memperoleh legalitas terkait status pekerjaannya di KTP. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mempelajari berbagai kesenjangan yang dialami nelayan perempuan di Desa Purworejo, upaya yang digencarkan untuk mencapai keadilan, serta efek yang diwujudkan dari upaya mencapai keadilan tersebut. Kualitatif dan deskriptif merupakan metode dan pendekatan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini. Data sekunder dan primer yang dihasilkan dari observasi partisipatif, wawancara mendalam, dan dokumentasi menjadi sumber data pada penelitian ini. Sementara itu, teori politik kewargaaan Kristian Stokke peneliti gunakan sebagai kerangka teori untuk memperkuat analisis pada penelitian ini. Hasil dari penelitian ini menemukan bahwa terdapat dua wujud kesenjangan yang dialami nelayan perempuan di Desa Purworejo, yakni kesenjangan sosial dan kesenjangan hak. Upaya untuk menyelesaikan ketidakadilan tersebut diantaranya dengan melakukan identifikasi dan edukasi, advokasi peralihan status pekerjaan di KTP, serta pengawalan realisasi hak bagi nelayan perempuan. Adapun efek yang diperoleh dari upaya tersebut adalah tertanganinya beragam kesenjangan sosial dan kesenjangan hak yang dihadapi nelayan perempuan di Desa Purworejo.
Komunikasi Politik Partai Ummat di Media Sosial: Populisme Agama dan Dampaknya pada Demokrasi 2024
Authors: Insani Rizki , Salya Sundawan , Persadha Pratama Dahlian
Published: August 2024

The research aims to analyze the characteristics of using religion-based populist issues as part of the political communication of the Ummat Party, understand its impact on national integration, and examine intelligence efforts to counter the threat of religion-based populism. The research employs a qualitative methodology with a case study approach, involving social media content analysis, interviews, and literature studies to supplement the research data. The findings identify that the Ummat Party consistently produces, reproduces, and distributes hatred, fear, and distortion to criticize various policies implemented by the government under President Joko Widodo's leadership to evoke public emotions. This research is expected to provide a profound understanding of the threat posed by the use of religion-based populist issues and ways to counteract such threats, as well as to offer recommendations as strategic steps in addressing this menace.Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis karakteristik penggunaan isu populisme berbasis agama sebagai bagian dari komunikasi politik Partai Ummat, mengetahui dampaknya bagi integrasi nasional serta mengetahui upaya intelijen dalam menangkal ancaman dari penggunaan populisme berbasis agama. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus serta melibatkan analisis konten media sosial, wawancara dan studi literatur untuk melengkapi data penelitian. Temuan penelitian mengidentifikasi bahwa Partai Ummat secara konsisten memproduksi, mereproduksi dan mendistribusi kebencian, ketakutan dan ketimpangan untuk mengkritisi berbagai kebijakan yang dijalankan oleh pemerintah di bawah kepemimpinan Presiden Joko Widodo untuk menggugah emosi khalayak. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan pemahaman mendalam tentang ancaman penggunaan isu populisme berbasis agama dan cara menangkal ancaman tersebut, serta memberikan rekomendasi sebagai langkah strategis dalam mengatasi ancaman ini.
A Practical Approach to Determine NPV, IRR, and MIRR Ranking Conflicts With Excel
Authors: Kim Yongbeom , Tuluca Sorin
Published: August 2024

DCF methods, except the case of multiple IRRs, identify good projects when analyzed individually. However, all might conflict when ranking projects. MIRR, a method that addresses the multiple IRR problem, is a complex method for analyzing investments as it includes a reinvestment rate. Most finance textbooks do not discuss, even though some mention, the ranking conflict between NPV and MIRR. Along with the known conflict between NPV and IRR, we present an original method to determine if there is a conflict between NPV and MIRR, and the regions of the discount rate where a conflict is present or not. This method, verified by an Excel analysis, is useful to practitioners and educators alike.
TARIM MAKİNELERİ İMALATHANELERİ İÇİN AKUSTİK SENSÖRLÜ ARDUİNO VE LABVIEW TEMELLİ BİR SES SEVİYESİ ÖLÇÜM SİSTEMİ TASARIMI
Authors: Beyaz Abdullah , Gül Veysel
Published: August 2024

Tarım makineleri imalathaneleri, genellikle yüksek ses seviyesine sahip iş yerleri arasında yer almaktadır. Bu imalathanelerde günümüz şartları doğrultusunda yüksek sesli (gürültülü) ortamda çalışanların sağlıklarını korumak için düşük maliyetli ve gelişmiş teknolojik ürünlerden faydalanmak gerekliliğini ortaya çıkarmıştır. Tarım makineleri imalat sektöründe insan sağlığını olumsuz yönde etkileyen ses düzeylerinden çalışanları korumak önemli bir gereksinimdir. Bu çalışmada, tarım makinaları imalatı yapan bir işletmede ses ölçümleri, geliştirilen akustik sensör ve Arduino temelli bir sistem ile elde edilmeye çalışılmıştır. Çalışmanın amacı tarım makineleri imalathanelerinde farklılık gösteren ses verilerinin ölçümü için ticari ses ölçüm sistemlerine alternatif, otomasyona uygun düşük maliyetli bir sistem tasarımıdır. Ses ölçüm sisteminin çalışma prensibi akustik sensörün sağladığı çıkışların ses verisi olarak değerlendirilmesi ve grafikle analizi esasına dayanmaktadır. Araştırmada elde edilen veriler LabVIEW programında ölçülmüş ve R2 değeri %94,7 olarak tespit edilmiştir. Bu sistem sayesinde ses uzun süreli maruziyet sonrasında zarar eşiği olan 85 dB üzerine çıkmadan imalathanelerde bir uyarı sistemi oluşturulabilir. Bu sistem sayesinde imalathanelerde çalışanlara rahatsızlık verme başlangıcı olan 55-60 dB, rahatsızlığın belirgin şekilde artmasına sebep olan 60-65 dB ve 65 dB’in üzerinde ise davranış biçiminde bozulmalara neden olan ses seviyeleri belirlenebilecektir.
İZMİR’DEKİ BİR HASTANENİN TEKNİK HİZMETLERİNİN FİNE-KİNNEY YÖNTEMİYLE RİSK DEĞERLENDİRMESİ
Authors: Akboğa Kale Özge , Turan Serhat
Published: August 2024

Sağlık kurumlarında hasta güvenliği, personel güvenliği, tesis güvenliği, afet yönetimi gibi hizmetlerin sunumunda oluşabilecek tehdit, risk ve istenmeyen olayların belirlenerek ortadan kaldırılması ve etkilerinin azaltılması birincil öneme sahiptir. Özellikle teknik hizmetler biriminin risk analizi önemli bir yere sahiptir. Hizmetin sürekliliğinin sağlanması için için teknik hizmetler birimi oldukça önemli bir yere sahiptir. Sağlık kurumlarında teknik hizmetler biriminin risk analizi, kurumun teknik altyapısının güvenliğini ve işleyişini sağlamak için yapılan bir süreçtir. Bu analiz, olası riskleri belirlemek, riskleri değerlendirmek ve uygun önlemleri alarak riskleri indirgemek amacıyla gerçekleştirilir. Yeni kurulan servisler ve tadilata alınan hasta alanlarının inşai, elektrik ve mekanik olarak sistemli bağlanması gerekmektedir. Bu yüzden teknik alanlarda güvenli bakım onarım işlerinin sürdürülebilmesi için risk analizlerinin yapılması gerekmektedir. Bu çalışmada, İzmir ilinde bir sağlık kuruluşu kapsamında, sağlık kuruluşunda teknik hizmetlerin sürdürülmesi, çalışan güvenliğinin sağlanması, ve hizmetin devamlılığı için risk analizi yapılmıştır. Çalışma kapsamında ergonomik, kimyasal, biyolojik, psikolojik, fiziksel ve tesis işletimi kaynaklı risk etmenleri dikkate alınarak Fine-Kinney Metodu Yaklaşımı uygulanmıştır. Bu çalışma sonucunda elde edilen bulguların, ülkemizde hizmet vermekte olan sağlık kuruluşlarının hizmet sürekliliğinin sağlanması için faaliyetler yürüten teknik hizmetlerin iş sağlığı ve güvenliği açısından daha iyileştirilmesine rehberlik edecektir.
THE FABRICATION OF MIP BASED ELECTROCHEMICAL SENSOR FOR THE DETERMINATION OF DOBUTAMINE
Authors: Özçelikay Akyıldız Göksu , Kaya Sariye İrem
Published: August 2024

Objective: Dobutamine (DBT), one of the most common synthetic catecholamines, is important in the renal, cardiovascular, hormonal, and central nervous systems. In our study, it is proposed to produce the first MIP-based electrochemical sensor for DBT analysis. MIP(DBT)/GCE was developed by electropolymerization of 4-aminobenzoic acid (4-ABA) in the presence of DBT. Analytical performance and validation evaluation were performed on both standard solution and commercial serum samples.
Material and Method: DBT was supplied by the Vem pharmaceutical company. For the preparation of 5 mM [Fe(CN)6]3-/4- solution, known amounts of potassium ferricyanide ([K3Fe(CN)6]) and potassium ferrocyanide (K4[Fe(CN)6].3H2O mixed in 0.1 M KCl solution. The 4-ABA was used to create the polymeric film in the presence of DBT. Electrochemical measurements were actualized in IVIUM compactStat.h potentiostat (Eindhoven, The Netherlands) using a three-electrode system consisting of Pt wire, Ag/AgCl reference electrode, and glassy carbon electrode (GCE).
Result and Discussion: The MIP(DBT)/GCE sensor was applied to standard solution and commercial serum samples. When DBT concentrations were plotted against ΔI values, a linear response between 1×10-13 and 1×10-12 M was obtained in both environments. LOD results were found to be 0.087×10-13 M and 0.033×10-13 M in standard solution and commercial human serum, respectively. Recovery% and RSD% were found to be 99.68-100.32% and 1.38-1.66%, respectively.
Pembelaan Terpaksa Melampaui Batas (Noodweer Excess) Dalam Konsep Reposisi Korban
Authors: Puspanegara I Gusti Ngurah Dwi , Wulandari Ni Gusti Agung Ayu Mas Tri , Luh Putu Yeyen Karista Putri
Published: August 2024

Korban yang berposisi diri menjadi pelaku melakukan pembelaan diri terpaksa melampaui batas akibat tindakan pembunuhan yang dilakukan terhadap pelaku begal dalam hukum pidana diatur pada Pasal 49 Ayat (2) yaitu dikenal dengan noodweer exces. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi situasi di mana pembelaan diri melewati batas dalam konteks pengalihan peran korban dalam kasus kejahatan begal. Metode penelitian yang diterapkan pada studi ini yaitu penelitian hukum normatif. Pendekatan melibatkan analisis dan deskripsi mencangkup bahan-bahan hukum seperti literatur, jurnal, dan peraturan-peraturan yang relevan, dengan fokus pada sumber-sumber hukum primer dan sekunder yang saling terkait. Perbedaan utama dengan penelitian sebelumnya yaitu pada penekanan analisis perundang-undangan dan pendekatan kasus, serta penerapan teori penghapusan pidana, teori pembuktian secara negatif, dan asas culpa in causa sebagai landasan teoritis yang mendukung. Temuan ini menunjukkan bahwa secara prinsipil, peraturan pidana di Indonesia menyediakan perlindungan dari segi hukum terhadap tindakan pembelan yang mana dilakukan oleh individu dalam hal ini terlibat sebagai korban suatu tindak pidana. Konsekuensinya, tindakan pembelaan diri yang melampaui batas dianggap tidak bisa dipidanakan dengan alasan bahwa pembelan diri tersebut merupakan hak yang dimiliki oleh setiap orang untuk melawan tindakan yang bertentangan dengan ketentuan hukum. Seseorang dianggap melakukan pembelaan terpaksa jika memenuhi syarat-syarat yang diatur dalam Pasal 49 Ayat (2) hukum pidana. Syarat itu meliputi tindakan pembelaan yang melewati batas yang ditetapkan, pengaruh langsung dari kegoncangan jiwa hebat atau batin karena serangan yang terjadi pada saat itu, serta dilakukannya tindakan pembelaan sebagai respons terhadap serangan atau ancaman serangan. Namun, pemberian penghapusan pidana juga bergantung dalam hasil pembuktian persidangan dalam hal ini menentukan apakah pelaku berhak mendapatkan penghapusan pidana atau tidak.
MODERN FINANCIAL INNOVATIONS AND THEIR ROLE IN THE FORMATION OF THE INTERNATIONAL MONETARY AND FINANCIAL SPACE
Authors: VOYTOV SERGIY , LYSIAK LIUBOV , KACHULA SVITLANA , HARMASH OLEKSANDR , MYKHALCHUK BOHDAN
Published: August 2024

The article attempts to systematize the patterns of modern financial innovations in the form of fintech and outline their impact on transformation in the international financial market and monetary space. The authors claim about paradigm shift in global financial landscape and present conceptual evaluation of its implications for both players and regulators. The results of the study would help deepen and expand understanding of the current dynamics and development prospects of financial markets and banking sector.
Victims in the Basque and Irish Thriller: The Cases of Bernardo Atxaga and Stuart Neville
Authors: King Stewart
Published: August 2024

This article is concerned with how Basque writer Bernardo Atxaga and Irish author Stuart Neville rework the conventions of the thriller to reflect on the legacies of decades of ethnic and sectarian violence in the Basque Country and Northern Ireland respectively. Whereas previous scholarship on The Lone Man and The Twelve has largely ignored the thriller’s thrilling effects in favour of so-called higher-level themes, such as masculinity and political disillusionment, this article argues that the two authors decentre the protagonists and, instead, refocus attention on the figures of the victims in order to challenge the competing victimhood that characterises the Northern Irish and Basque conflicts.
Stability of generalized models for HIV-1 dynamics with impaired CTL immunity and three pathways of infection
Authors: AlShamrani Noura H. , Halawani Reham H. , Elaiw Ahmed M.
Published: August 2024

Highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) stands out as the most effective treatment for human immunodeficiency virus type-1 (HIV-1). While total eradication is still difficult, HAART can dramatically lower the virus's plasma viral level below the detection threshold. The activation of latently infected cells is considered to be the main obstacle to the total eradication of HIV-1 infection. This study investigates the dynamic characteristics of two generalized HIV-1 infection models taking into account the impairment of cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs). These models include CD4+T cells that are latently infected and equipped with the capability to engage in cell-to-cell infection and elude immune responses. We introduce models featuring three infection pathways: virus-to-cell (VTC), latent cell-to-cell (L-CTC), and active cell-to-cell (A-CTC). The three pathways' infection rates are characterized by general functions, which cover the many types of infection rates documented in the literature. The second model integrates three distinct types of distributed-time delays. We demonstrate the validity of the suggested models, through their well-posedness. We determine the basic reproduction ratio (ℜ0) of the systems. Lyapunov functions and LaSalle's invariance principle are employed to verify that the global stability of both the virus-free steady state (O0) and the virus-persistence steady state (O1). More precisely, O0 achieves global asymptotic stability when ℜ0 ≤ 1, whereas O1 attains global asymptotic stability when ℜ0 > 1. To demonstrate the impact of the parameter values on ℜ0, we examine the sensitivity analysis. It is illustrated that ℜ0 comprises three components, namely ℜ0E, ℜ0P, and ℜ0K, corresponding to the transmissions of VTC, L-CTC, and A-CTC, respectively. Thus, if the L-CTC pathway is disregarded in the HIV-1 infection model, ℜ0 may be underestimated, which could lead to inadequate or erroneous medication therapy focused on eradicating HIV-1 within the body. To demonstrate the associated mathematical outcomes, we conduct numerical simulations through an illustrative example. Specifically, we delve into how the dynamics of HIV-1 are influenced by both immune impairment and time delay. Our findings suggest a significant role of reduced immunity in the progression of the infection. Furthermore, time delays possess the potential to markedly reduce ℜ0, thereby impeding the replication of HIV-1.
Recent research progress in tetrodotoxin detection and quantitative analysis methods
Authors: Lin Chao , Li Qirong , Liu Dong , Feng Qiang , Zhou Hengzong , Shi Bohe , Zhang Xinxin , Hu Yurui , Jiang Xinmiao , Sun Xiaoming , Wang Dongxu
Published: August 2024

Tetrodotoxin (TTX) is a highly potent and widely distributed ion-channel marine neurotoxin; it has no specific antidote and poses a great risk to human health. Therefore, detecting and quantifying TTX to effectively implement prevention strategies is important for food safety. The development of novel and highly sensitive, highly specific, rapid, and simple techniques for trace TTX detection has attracted widespread attention. This review summarizes the latest advances in the detection and quantitative analysis of TTX, covering detection methods based on biological and cellular sensors, immunoassays and immunosensors, aptamers, and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry. It further discusses the advantages and applications of various detection technologies developed for TTX and focuses on the frontier areas and development directions of TTX detection, providing relevant information for further investigations.
Current trends in bee conservation and habitat restoration in different types of anthropogenic habitats
Authors: Kline Olivia , Joshi Neelendra K.
Published: August 2024

Recent declines in bee populations and ranges have been cause for concern due to the valuable pollination service that they provide. Several factors have been proposed to contribute to these declines, including habitat loss, pathogen spread, and pesticide usage, so many pollinator conservation schemes have involved the addition of pollinator-friendly habitat through wildflower plantings and artificial nesting sites. Because of this, many efforts have been made to enhance bee populations across different landscape types, including natural, agricultural, urban, and industrial areas. Many of these schemes have focused on providing habitat for bees and other animal pollinators in agricultural landscapes, but other managed areas, such as cities, suburbs, and industrialized areas may have untapped potential for pollinator conservation. Available green space can be enhanced to provide healthy forage and safe nesting sites for pollinators. As these areas are also often frequented by human residents, the needs and perceptions of people, as well as the potential benefits for pollinators, must be considered to ensure the success of pollinator conservation on anthropogenic habitats.