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LEAN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT MODEL FOR BEST PRACTICE
Authors: Anwar Umari Abdurrahim Abi , Rani Asni Mustika , Adwiyah Rabiatul , Aspiranti Tasya
Published: January 2024

Abstract. In Indonesia, the automotive industry is still the pillar of the manufacturing sector. However, the automotive industry faces major challenges, especially in developing environmentally friendly automotive products and supply chains for domestic and global needs. The EV supply chain is becoming more challenging to mass-produce. This research will develop a model that will lead to a lean supply chain in the EV industry in Indonesia as an effort to develop EV in the world. Qualitative descriptive research with a case study approach is used in this study. Case studies on five companies in the EV industry in Indonesia were selected for investigation by collecting various kinds of information from annual reports and other literature which were then processed to obtain a solution so that the problems revealed could be resolved. Lean supply chain management systems are able to add value for customers and for the business and are customer driven. In addition to developing the supply chain on the production side, the accessibility of electricity supply must also be considered when EVs are widely used by the public.

Abstrak.  Di Indonesia, industri otomotif masih menjadi penopang sektor manufaktur. Namun industri otomotif menghadapi tantangan besar, terutama dalam mengembangkan produk dan rantai pasok otomotif ramah lingkungan untuk kebutuhan domestik dan global. Rantai pasokan kendaraan listrik menjadi lebih menantang untuk diproduksi secara massal. Penelitian ini akan mengembangkan model yang akan mengarah pada lean supply chain pada industri EV di Indonesia sebagai upaya pengembangan EV di dunia. Penelitian deskriptif kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus digunakan dalam penelitian ini. Studi kasus terhadap lima perusahaan industri EV di Indonesia dipilih untuk diselidiki dengan mengumpulkan berbagai macam informasi dari laporan tahunan dan literatur lainnya yang kemudian diolah untuk mendapatkan solusi sehingga permasalahan yang terungkap dapat diselesaikan. Sistem manajemen rantai pasokan yang ramping mampu memberikan nilai tambah bagi pelanggan dan bisnis serta didorong oleh pelanggan. Selain pengembangan rantai pasok di sisi produksi, aksesibilitas pasokan listrik juga harus diperhatikan ketika EV banyak digunakan oleh masyarakat.
FACTORS AFFECTING THE PERFORMANCE OF HOTEL COMPANIES SECTOR LISTED ON THE INDONESIA STOCK EXCHANGE
Authors: Winarto Jacinta , Susan Marcellia
Published: January 2024

Abstract.     The company's performance is something that must be considered by the hotelier. With the downward trend in the company's performance, the question is what factors affect the company's performance. Judging from previous research and facts in the field, it is suspected that the influencing factors are company costs, capital structure and company size. This study aims to examine and analyze the effect of company costs, capital structure and company size on company performance.
The population in this study are all hotels listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2020-2021. Samples were taken by purposive method. Furthermore, this data was analyzed using multiple linear regression models. Through the results of the study, it is seen that there is a negative effect of company costs on company performance and there is no influence of capital structure and size on company performance.
 
Abstrak. Kinerja perusahaan merupakan hal yang harus diperhatikan oleh para pelaku bisnis perhotelan. Dengan tren penurunan kinerja perusahaan, maka yang menjadi pertanyaan adalah faktor apa saja yang mempengaruhi kinerja perusahaan. Dilihat dari penelitian terdahulu dan fakta di lapangan, diduga faktor yang mempengaruhinya adalah biaya perusahaan, struktur modal dan ukuran perusahaan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji dan menganalisis pengaruh biaya perusahaan, struktur modal dan ukuran perusahaan terhadap kinerja perusahaan.

Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh hotel yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia periode 2020-2021. Sampel diambil dengan metode purposive. Selanjutnya data ini dianalisis dengan menggunakan model regresi linier berganda. Melalui hasil penelitian terlihat terdapat pengaruh negatif biaya perusahaan terhadap kinerja perusahaan dan tidak terdapat pengaruh struktur modal dan ukuran terhadap kinerja perusahaan.
Molecular detection of Wuchereria bancrofti, Loa loa and Mansonella perstans from dried blood spots taken from pregnant women in rural Burkina Faso
Authors: Tahita Marc Christian , Ta-Tang Thuy-Huong , Kaboré Bérenger , Capote-Morales Raquel , Molina de la Fuente Irene , Cruces Raquel , Ilboudo Hamidou , Sanon Elodie DG , Ouedraogo Esther Nadia , Nana Bienvenu , González Vicenta , Ouattara Dieudonné , Sangara Debora , García Luz , Benito Agustín , Tinto Halidou , Berzosa Pedro
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Human filariasis causes high morbidity and severe illness. There is a link between helminth infection and anemia. The objective of this study was to estimate the prevalence of blood-dwelling microfilariae among pregnant women in Burkina Faso using a molecular technique and attempt to find an association between anemia and filarial infection. Methods: A total of 1018 dried blood spot samples (DBS) were collected from pregnant women at the Health District of Nanoro. The DNA was isolated from DBS samples using a rapid and simple method. Afterward, the isolated DNA was assayed using the Filaria real-time PCR (F-RT-PCR) method. Results: Ten F-RT-PCR-positive samples were obtained as follows: two W. bancrofti (0.2%), four L. loa (0.39%), and four M. perstans (0.39%). No concomitant filarial infections were detected, as well as no coinfections between filarial disease and malaria. There was no link between the presence of W. bancrofti, L. loa, or M. perstans and anemia in pregnant women. Conclusions: The prevalence and intensity of human filariasis in this study were low for all of the samples in which microfilariae were detected. The F-RT-PCR can be a confirmatory test for diagnosis in remote areas due to its effectiveness in detecting and differentiating, both sensitively and specifically, a wide range of filarial parasites.
A DIDÁTICA E SUA IMPORTÂNCIA PARA A PRÁTICA PEDAGÓGICA
Authors: JESUS EVERALDO ANTÔNIO DE , SANTOS JOSÉ ROBERTO P DOS
Published: January 2024

O presente estudo foi desenvolvimento com o objetivo de fazer uma breve abordagem sobre a importância da Didática no processo de ensino-aprendizagem, buscando-se primeiramente definir educação e pedagogia, para posteriormente conceituar e focalizar a Didática, principalmente no que se refere a Universidade Brasileira e a formação profissional do docente. Conforme o desenvolvimento deste estudo concluiu-se que a educação é um fenômeno que se desenvolve nas perspectivas individual e social, revestindo-se do mesmo caráter histórico, dinâmico e situacional que caracteriza a vida. A formação do homem é, portanto, tarefa fundamental da educação.
Spectrophotometric Determination of Uric Acid in Samples of Urine
Authors: Al-Shukry Abbas. H. , Mansor Zain E. , Al -Hussein Nada. A. Abd
Published: January 2024

A fade of the hexadecyltrimethylammonium-o-hydroxyhydroquinonephthalein-palladium (II) complex was used to quantify uric acid (UA), a spectrophotometric technique that is both straightforward and very sensitive. The effective molar absorbance at 635 nm complies with Beer's law over a range of concentration of 0.01 g ml-1, with a relative standard deviation of 6.50 × 105 dm3/mol.cm (˂1.5%).  Overall, UA was recovered in the range of 98-100% across all samples, with values were of relative standard deviation (RSD) < 3.0%.  This review paper is based on the elaborate work [1], giving rise to very accurate for uric acid assay using UV-VIS spectrometry system, which is about 20 times more sensitive than other methods reported elsewhere. Human urine uric acid assays using this technique were of high accuracy.
TOXOPLASMOSE EM MULHERES EM IDADE FERTIL: UM OLHAR CIENTÍFICO NA ATENÇÃO PRIMÁRIA E A RELEVÂNCIA DO PLANEJAMENTO FAMILIAR ESTRATÉGICO
Authors: Bif Suzana Mioranza , Marquetti Carolina de Paula , Silva Graziela Giongo da , Kiefer Sara Buss , Loss Elara Coimbra , Mendes Talita kesly Ferreira de Souza , Jochen Poliana Dias de Freitas , Zumack Thais Dias , Netta Maria Denize Lelo Santiago
Published: January 2024

A toxoplasmose, uma zoonose globalmente disseminada, apresenta prevalência variável em diferentes regiões do mundo, mas seu impacto é particularmente acentuado em mulheres em idade fértil, dadas as implicações diretas na gestação e no desenvolvimento fetal. A promoção do planejamento familiar estratégico também se destaca como componente integral. Ao discutir a possibilidade de infecção por toxoplasmose e suas implicações na gestação, aliada a métodos contraceptivos seguros, a atenção primária oferece uma base informada para as mulheres tomarem decisões fundamentadas sobre o momento adequado para a gravidez. Metodologia: Este estudo adota uma abordagem de revisão integrativa da literatura, buscando reunir e sintetizar resultados de pesquisas sobre toxoplasmose em mulheres em idade fértil, organizando as informações de maneira sistemática e ordenada, com base em estudos prévios. Resultados e Discussão: A toxoplasmose durante a gestação é de particular preocupação devido aos riscos de transmissão vertical do parasita Toxoplasma gondii para o feto. Mulheres que experimentaram infecção por toxoplasmose durante a gravidez e seus filhos enfrentam um risco aumentado de recorrência em gestações posteriores. Diagnóstico precoce, aconselhamento adequado e intervenções preventivas são cruciais para minimizar os riscos associados à toxoplasmose congênita, destacando a importância da abordagem multidisciplinar entre profissionais de saúde para otimizar os cuidados e resultados para o feto. Conclusão: Em conclusão, abordar a toxoplasmose em mulheres em idade fértil na atenção primária à saúde demanda uma abordagem holística e científica. Desde o planejamento familiar até o tratamento, a gestão eficaz dessa parasitose envolve triagem, educação, aconselhamento e intervenções terapêuticas baseadas em evidências.
Academic Libraries in Africa
Authors:   University of Johannesburg, Frahm-Arp Maria
Published: January 2024

Particularly in academic libraries in Africa the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) are possibly the two most significant issues that need to be addressed by librarians in order to offer staff and students at their universities the support they need to flourish in the twenty-first century. This chapter critically examines some of the current literature exploring how academic libraries address the challenges and opportunities presented by these two factors. Five key areas are identified as being of particular importance in the current literature: the literacy rates and the academic reading ability of university students; accessibility of information to university students, researchers and communities in Africa; the impact, importance and limitations of open access information; the role of digital media to market libraries and the importance of teaching digital literacy in libraries; and lessons learnt from online teaching and learning during Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) which can help to enhance learning amongst students in the post-COVID-19 world. Overall, the chapter explores each of these five areas, showing how the 4IR tools, especially artificial intelligence (AI) and makerspaces can be used to address many of the concerns raised in the literature.
The Role of Libraries in the World of Open Access: The Research Activities of Post‑graduate Students in Four Universities in North-Central Nigeria
Authors: Onwukanjo Stella Amarachukwu
Published: January 2024

The study was carried out to determine the roles of libraries in the world of open access as it correlates to the research activities of post-graduate students in four universities in North-Central Nigeria (NCN). The study was anchored on five objectives: (1) to find out how libraries support open access for research of post-graduate students in NCN; (2) to ascertain the characteristics of open access documents for research in the four universities; (3) to find out the format in which open access content appears in libraries to support post-graduate research; (4) to find out how self-archiving has helped post-graduate students in their research activities; (5) to find out how the open access mandate has helped the post-graduate students bibliographic visibility towards partial fulfilment of their post-graduate degrees. A sampling fraction of 3.8% was used to select 420 post-graduate students from a population of 11 036 as a purposive sampling technique. A hypothesis would be tested at a 0.5 level of significance, and data would be presented using frequency tables and percentages. The hypothesis would be analysed using the Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient to determine the relationship of the compound independent variable to the dependent variable. The findings from the objectives are that the library is an anchor that guides open access for research amongst post-graduate students in all the universities. The study concluded by stating that there is a need for the university authorities to fund the university libraries for robust and not scanty open access, and there must be open access practices for excellent post-graduate research. The study recommended that all the universities in Nigeria and globally should have open access to their libraries for enhanced academic achievement and excellent post-graduate research.
Information Communication Technology Skills and Students’ Engagement in Online Learning Spaces during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Amao-Taiwo Bukola , Ekpe-Iko Geraldine Njideka , Eki Idahosa
Published: January 2024

The circumstances surrounding the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic presented a drastic decline in the use of traditional face-to-face methods of teaching and learning in higher education institutions. As the new normal advanced the use of information and communication technology (ICT) devices and skills for online and distance learning and the use of digital libraries, this study investigated the extent to which the access and use of ICT devices and skills have supported students’ engagement in online classes during the school closures that characterised the COVID-19 pandemic era. The study adopted a mixed-methods research design involving the use of questionnaires and online focus group discussions to draw responses from participants from public and private higher education institutions in Lagos and Ogun States, Nigeria. Two research questions and one hypothesis were formulated to guide the study. A researcher-designed questionnaire and a focus group discussion guide were administered online to elicit responses from participants. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results showed a significant positive relationship between the ICT skills of students and the level of engagement during online classes. It was recommended that lecturers and facilitators of knowledge in online learning facilities should make concerted efforts to up-skill such that the facilitation of learning will be engaging for the students in online facilities even beyond the pandemic era.
Teachers' Viewpoints about the Effectiveness of Distance Education on Kindergarten Children's Developmental Skills during the Pandemic
Authors: Elbakheet Husnia
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to identify the effectiveness of distance education in developing the developmental skills of kindergarten children from the point of view of kindergarten teachers in light of the Corona pandemic. The researcher used the descriptive analytical method, and the questionnaire was used as a tool. The sample was randomly selected, consisting of (70) female teachers. The results were analyzed by (SPSS), the study reached a set of results, the most important of which are: The effectiveness of distance teaching in developing the developmental skills of all Kindergarten children (with regard to memory activities, perception activities and thinking and developmental activities) from the point of view kindergarten teachers it was ahighiy rated. As for attention activities, from the point of view of kindergarten teachers, they were moderate. The results of the study showed that there is a difference in the viewpoints of kindergarten teachers about the effectiveness of Distance education in developing the developmental skills kindergarten children according to age in favor of the older group. The results of the study also showed that there is a difference according to their professional experience in favor of more years. Keywords: Effectiveness, Distance education, Developmental skills, Kindergarten kids, Corona pandemic
Designing A Proposed Educational Program Based on Geographical Cloud Computing and Measuring its Effectiveness in Developing Research and Analysis Skills for Remote Sensing Big Data for Spatial Phenomena among Humanities Track Students at the Secondary Stage in Makkah
Authors: Alsaeedi Abdulaziz , Alomairi Fahad
Published: January 2024

The study aims at designing a proposed educational program based on geographic cloud computing and measuring its effectiveness in developing research and analysis skills for remote sensing big data for spatial phenomena among humanities track students at the secondary stage in Makkah. To achieve this; An available random sample of (29) students was selected from the study population. The study followed the quasi-experimental approach with a one-group design and used the observation card, and the attitude test to collect data. Results showed; There are statistically significant differences at the level (α≤ 0.05) between the mean scores of the study group in the pre and post measurements of the variables approved in the observation card and the attitude test in favor of the post measurement. Results also showed a significant (high) impact of the educational program in developing research and analysis skills for the sample, as the effect coefficient of the two dependent variables reached (2.11, 8.27), respectively. The results showed a strong, positive, direct correlation at the significance level (α≤0.01) between the two dependent variables for each of the research and analysis skills, where the coefficient of determination for the dependent variables was (0.685). Results also showed a linear predictive relationship (simple regression), where the regression value for research and analysis skills were (0.019, 35.656), respectively. Based on the results, a set of relevant recommendations and proposals were presented. Keywords: Geographical cloud computing, effectiveness, research skills, analysis skills, big data, spatial phenomena, remote sensing, humanities track, secondary stage.
The Effectiveness of an Educational Program in Developing Mathematical Achievement as well as Developing Productive Struggle among Students of Intermediate Stage
Authors: Khalil Ibrahim
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to identify the effectiveness of an educational program in developing Mathematical Achievement and productive struggle among students of intermediate stage. To fulfil its goals the study used the quasi-experimental approach, based on the design of two equivalent groups. It also used the Teacher's Guide - an activity booklet as study material, in addition to the use of two tools to collect data. One of them is an achievement test that included (three levels of mathematical knowledge related to equation and inequalities) and the other is a productive struggle scale (divided into three axes). The study sample consisted of (33) of the second-grade intermediate students at Al-Darb Province in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The number of members of the experimental group reached (17) students, while the number of members of the control group reached (16) students. The study reached several results the most notable of which is that there is a statistically significant difference at the level of significance of 0.05 ≥ α between the mean scores of students in the experimental and control groups in the achievement test and the measure of productive struggle in favor of the experimental group. In addition, it revealed that there is a significant correlation between mathematical achievement and productive struggle. In light of its results the study recommended several recommendations the most important of which include developing teachers’ Guides, adding parts to refer to the previous and later mathematical knowledge related to the lesson, in addition to including the guide with teaching practices that support the productive struggle in teaching and learning mathematics. Keywords: Educational Program - Intermediate Stage -Mathematical Achievement - Productive Struggle
Designing A Proposed Educational Program Based on the Principles of Green Chemistry and Measuring its Effectiveness in Developing Related Concepts for Secondary School Students in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Authors: Al-Otaibi Najwa
Published: January 2024

The study aimed to design a proposed educational program based on the principles of green chemistry and measure its effectiveness in developing related concepts among female students of the natural sciences track at the secondary stage in Mecca. A random sample of (30) female students was selected, and the research followed the mixed approach, and data was collected using a cognitive achievement test and semi-structured interview questions. Quantitative data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) program, and qualitative data were analyzed using the rooted method. The results revealed that there were statistically significant differences at the significance level (α ≤ 0.01) between the average scores of the study group in the pre- and post-application of the cognitive achievement test in favor of the post-application. They also revealed a high effectiveness of the proposed educational program. The qualitative results also confirmed the pioneering role of the educational program in providing female students with green chemistry concepts, and based on the research results; A set of recommendations and suggestions for future studies related to the topic of the current study were presented. Keywords: design of the educational program, principles of green chemistry, High School.
Smart Parenting dalam Membentuk Karakter Anak pada Era Digitalisasi di Kabupaten Kubu Raya, Kalimantan Barat
Authors:   Universitas Tanjungpura, Patriani Ira , Haryaningsih Sri , Andriani Farah Devi , Sari Ade Risna , Maulana Akbar , Pratiwi Putri Ananda
Published: January 2024

Along with the times, the role of parents in helping children's growth and development so that they grow into intelligent children becomes a responsibility that must be done. However, public awareness and understanding, especially parents, do not know how to provide good parenting to children. This can lead to undirected child behavior and a lack of stable emotions. Community Service Activities (PKM) are carried out to socialize how good and correct parenting is for children, especially children with special needs at Sekolah Luar Biasa (SLB) Ibu Bahagia, Sungai Raya District, Kubu Raya Regency, Kalimantan Barat Regency. The main target of this activity is the parents/guardians of students of SLB Ibu Bahagia. The activity plan includes socialization about parenting, education about sexual harassment, and discussion sessions. The results of this activity show an increase in the understanding of participants (parents/guardians of students) in providing proper parenting and sharing knowledge about examples of improper parenting that must be avoided.
Achieving personalized nutrition for patients with diabetic complications via 3D food printing
Authors: Chen Yuanyuan , Bi Siwei , Gu Jun , Che Qianli , Liu Ruiqi , Li Wei , Dai Tingting , Wang Dongan , Zhang Xiaosheng , Zhang Yi
Published: January 2024

The global prevalence of diabetes mellitus is experiencing a notable increase. Diabetic patients need to consistently monitor their fluctuating glucose levels caused by the changing diet. Meanwhile, patients with diabetes face a higher risk of developing oral ulcer than healthy individuals. Fortunately, three-dimensional (3D)-printed food, which is design- and texture-customizable, presents a potential solution to alleviate the discomfort caused by ulcer while providing personalized nutrition for patients with unique dietary requirements. In this study, 3D-printable food inks were created based on four food ingredients with low glycemic index, namely milk powder, wheat bran powder, Russula alutacea Fr., (russula mushroom), and Agaricus bisporus (button mushroom) content. Rheological testing and texture profile analysis were performed, affirming that the 3D-printed food possesses a soft texture, which minimizes oral mucosal irritation for patients with diabetic ulcers. The effectiveness of 3D-printed food in diabetes management was corroborated by monitoring the blood glucose levels of streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats via gavage. Food with personalized nutritional composition was custom-printed to cater for the protein requirements of patients with diabetic nephropathy. This innovative approach to personalizing nutrition through 3D food printing has the potential to reshape the future of dietary management, ultimately improving the overall health outcomes and quality of life for individuals with diabetes and its complications.
Faktor-faktor Yang Berhubungan Dengan Pemberian Imunisasi Dasar Lengkap Pada Balita Di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Mutiara Barat Kecamatan Mutiara Kabupaten Pidie
Authors: Maijora Cut Tiara , Aramico Basri , Hasnur Hanifah
Published: January 2024

memberikan kekebalan spesifik terhadap penyakit yang dapat dicegah dengan imunisasi. Ibu memiliki peran yang sangat penting pada pemberian imunisasi pada anak. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor yang berhubungan dengan Cakupan Pemberian Imunisasi Dasar Lengkap Pada Balita Diwiayah Kerja Puskesmas Mutiara Barat Kabupaten Pidie Tahun 2023. Metode: penelitian ini bersifat deskriptif analitik dengan pendekatan cross-sectional. Populasi pada penelitian ini ibu yang memiliki balita umur (12-23 bulan). Pengambilan sampel sebanyak 67 responden menggunakan teknik propotional random sampling. Pengumpulan data dilakukan pada tanggal 16-26 Januari Tahun 2023 dengan cara wawancara menggunakan kuesioner. Data dianalisis secara univariat dan bivariat dengan menggunakan uji chi-square melalui SPSS. Hasil: analisis univariat menunjukkan bahwa 92,5% pemberian imunisasi tidak lengkap, 56,7% pengetahuan kurang baik, 50,7% efek samping berpengaruh, 46,3% keluarga tidak mendukung, 50,7% peran petugas kesehatan kurang baik, 41,8% akses ke fasilitas kesehatan tidak terjangkau. Anaisis bivariat menunjukkan ada hubungan antara pengetahuan (p-value 0,008), efek samping (p-value=0,018), dukungan keluarga (p-value=0,031), peran petugas kesehatan (p-value=0,018) dengan Pemberian Imunisasi dasar lengkap. Kesimpulan: Pengetahuan, efek samping, dukungan keluarga, peran petugas kesehatan berhubungan dengan pemberian imunisasi. Disarankan Kepada pihak puskesmas agar lebih banyak memberikan pembinaan dan pelatihan program kesehatan kepada petugas kesehatan guna meningkatkan pengetahuan ibu rumah tangga tentang pentingnya imunisasi dasar lengkap untuk balita.
Landscape project / Large-scale projectA reflection on green-structures and territorial networks as key-elements for the development of a sustainable Southern Albanian Riviera
Authors: Dorato Elena
Published: January 2024

Within the conception of a multi-disciplinary and large-scale project like the one of the southern Albanian Riviera competition, it is fundamental to consider impacts and implications of landscape planning especially as an opportunity of valorization and requalification of the territorial framework. An integrated approach to these matters should be able to combine local heritage (both material and immaterial), natural features, urban settlements and landscape peculiarities, pursuing the aim of local re-configuration yet contextualized within a broader and shared vision.
Taking measures regarding the invisible dimension of the landscape
Authors: Dhiamandi Joana
Published: January 2024

The Albanian landscape is an essential part of the elusive European landscape, intimate, fragmented and apparently culturally pluralistic. The term sublime was applied to the landscape during the conclusion of the 18thcentury and the 19th century, the time of Romanticism and Greek independence, during which the curiosity for the Orient was overwhelming. Sublime, a word that seems especially appropriate for the Albanian landscape. This landscape possesses profound historical and cultural reasons, archeological echoes of past modes of human existence, which to contemporary eyes are of a widely romantic appeal. This paper is an attempt to examine the invisible matrices of the landscape made by signs, layers, patterns formed in time and space, filled with multisensory information regarding the cultural dimension that the landscape owns.
Albanian Riviera / Creative Tourism Transcending Local Expediency
Authors: Januzi-Cana Arta
Published: January 2024

The paper explores the concept of creative tourism and its role in the development of touristic destinations. The case of the Albanian Riviera is analysed in its current situation in terms of tourism offers and the main objective is identifying potentials of the destination towards the development of creative tourism. What creative tourism is and how relevant Albanian Riviera is from the perspective of creative tourism’s growth, based on authenticity and in accordance with the new tourism market trend, are the two main questions to be elaborated.
Olive tree as a way of life in the Albanian Riviera
Authors: Curraj Erida
Published: January 2024

The olive tree has a long historical tradition in Albania and is central to everyday life, particularly in the Albanian Riviera and in the southern region of the country. The tree is even believed to be sacred. This paper explores the centrality of the olive tree, its origins, multiple functions and symbolism in the Albanian Riviera. Through observation in the countryside of the Albanian Riviera and in-depth interviews with the local community, this paper provides insights regarding the various approaches towards the olive tree in the current dynamics of the Albania Riviera in terms of: symbolism, handcrafting and DIY, multi-functioning and landscape and, architecture. The research demonstrates that the status of the olive tree as sacred is transmitted orally from a generation to another as part of the cultural heritage elements including traditions, customs, values and norms. In addition, olives serve many functions in the everyday life of communities in the Albanian Riviera, from nourishment to health and beauty. Moreover, the olive tree is embedded in architecture and landscapes from home gardens to graveyards and churches. Handcrafts and furniture made of olive tree is becoming rare due to the difficulty of working with the wood. The research shows that given the centrality of the olive tree in the everyday life of the Albanian Riviera, it is necessary to develop appropriate protection practices and enrich the cultivation of the olive tree.
The Dynamic Behavior of Conjugate Multipliers on Some Reflexive Banach Spaces of Analytic Functions
Authors: Rong Zhen
Published: January 2024

In this paper, we characterize the hypercyclic, mixing and chaotic conjugate multipliers on some reflexive spaces of analytic functions. Our results extend several well-known results in the existing literature. We present some nontrivial examples to show the validity of our results.
The Influence of Holistic Health Services by Posyandu Cadres in Increasing Aspects of Mothers' Knowledge Regarding Optimal Baby Care at Posyandu Rajawali, Maniis Village, Maniis District, Purwakarta Regency, Indonesia
Authors: Nurhayati Nurhayati
Published: January 2024

Holistic health services are health services that include physical, mental, social and spiritual aspects. This service can be provided by posyandu cadres through posyandu activities, such as counseling, counseling and health checks. The aim of this research is to determine the effect of holistic health services by posyandu cadres in increasing aspects of maternal knowledge regarding optimal care for babies at Posyandu Rajawali, Maniis Village, Maniis District, Purwakarta Regency, Indonesia. This research uses quantitative methods with a pre-post test research design with control group. The research population was mothers who had babies aged 0-6 months at Posyandu Rajawali. The research sample consisted of 60 mothers, with 30 mothers as the experimental group and 30 mothers as the control group. The experimental group received holistic health services for 6 months, while the control group did not receive holistic health services. Maternal knowledge was measured before and after the intervention. The results showed that there was a significant difference between the knowledge of mothers in the experimental group and the control group after the intervention (p < 0.05). The knowledge of mothers in the experimental group increased by 15.8%, while the knowledge of mothers in the control group increased by 5.3%. Based on the results of this research, it can be concluded that holistic health services by posyandu cadres can increase aspects of maternal knowledge regarding optimal baby care.
Design a Controller Based on Smith Predictor by Direct Synthesis method for Speed Control DC Motor
Authors: Yadav Arun , Gupta Maneesh Kumar
Published: January 2024

The modified Smith predictor is designed for a speed control DC motor. A speed controller of a DC motor by selection of PID parameters using direct synthesis method. Here, the model of a DC motor is considered as a second-order system for speed control. The PID and PD controller structure reported recently decouples set-point tracking from disturbance rejection. This work aims to design a speed controller of a DC motor by selecting of proper PID. Simulation examples show that improved servo and regulatory performances are achieved by the proposed method as compared to the normal tune PID method and also checked by perturbed performance. When used for regulatory/servo purposes, a controller optimized for servo/regulatory application significantly degrades performance.
Future developments in precision and personalized medicine
Authors: Belousov D. Yu.
Published: January 2024

Precision and personalized medicine tailors’ therapy, disease prevention, and health maintenance to each individual. Precision and personalized medicine aims to optimize care for individual patients using predictive biomarkers to improve outcomes and prevent side effects. Precision and personalized medicine combined with pharmacogenomics.

This article examines the current path of personalized medicine from a broader perspective with the goal of finding a better direction for its future development. Based on the analysis and demonstration of the research methods and problems found in precision medicine research, as well as its scientific limitations, this review points out that although precision medicine belongs to the model of personalized medicine, it cannot yet achieve the ideal personalized medicine on its current path development.
New perspectives on the ethics and law of clinical research
Authors: Kopeikin Р. А.
Published: January 2024

The article formulates a new legal principle, a new subject of clinical research, suggests considering possible new directions for the development and improvement of ethics and law in clinical research, the role and importance of international organizations in clinical research, identifies practical recommendations for their implementation, identifies new possible subjects clinical research, possible sources for creating an ethical code have been identified.
Analysis of the Influence of Trust, Service Quality and Customer Satisfaction on Customer Loyalty of Mobile Banking Users
Authors: Simamora Siti Janette Ramadhini , Sutedjo Harjanto , Renny
Published: January 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of trust, customer satisfaction, and service quality on customer loyalty of mobile banking users. This study used primary data. The population in this study is customers who use mobile banking. Random sampling of the population is known. Data collection method using questionnaires. Data analysis techniques use validity, reliability, classical assumption test, multiple linear analysis, determination test, t and f test. The result showed that trust did not affect customer loyalty, customer satisfaction affected customer loyalty. Then simultaneously, trust, customer satisfaction, and service quality had a significant effect.
LA MODERNIZACIÓN DE LA ENSEÑANZA DE LENGUAS: INTRODUCCIÓN AL VOLUMEN 32
Authors: Madarova Slavka , Calle Martínez Cristina , García Laborda Jesús
Published: January 2024

Tras los años de pandemia y la recuperación, la evolución de la tecnología en la metodología docente en estos años se observa también en este número 32 de nuestra revista Encuentro. Cuando comenzamos allí por el principio de la década de los 90 éramos casi la única revista de didáctica de la lengua en España y la tecnología ha traído otras revistas hermanas de considerable calidad en Extremadura, Madrid o en Andalucía entre otras. Con el paso de los años la revista camina en dos líneas: una progresiva internacionalización y una mirada cada vez más frecuente a la investigación de los procesos de aprendizaje de los estudiantes más jóvenes. Quizás ello se deba a que la oportunidad de la publicación gratuita y abierta favorecen la atracción también de jóvenes valores que buscan en la Didáctica de la Lengua una aplicación necesaria y útil lejos de revistas con temas mucho más complejos, pero sin apenas utilidad. Estos temas se ven reflejados en este volumen anual que nos ha traído siete valiosas sorpresas en forma de trabajos de aplicación práctica y de amplia transferencia en forma de ciencia ciudadana, un aspecto cada vez más relevante en la investigación educativa.
Synthesis of the 3’-O-sulfated TF antigen with a TEG-N3 linker for glycodendrimersomes preparation to study lectin binding
Authors: Reihill Mark , Ma Hanyue , Bengtsson Dennis , Oscarson Stefan
Published: January 2024

The synthesis of gram quantities of the TF antigen (β-ᴅ-Gal-(1→3)-α-ᴅ-GalNAc) and its 3’-sulfated analogue with a TEG-N3 spacer attached is described. The synthesis of the TF antigen comprises seven steps, from a known N-Troc-protected galactosamine donor, with an overall yield of 31%. Both the spacer (85%) and the galactose moiety (79%) were introduced using thioglycoside donors in NIS/AgOTf-promoted glycosylation reactions. The 3’-sulfate was finally introduced through tin activation in benzene/DMF followed by treatment with a sulfur trioxide–trimethylamine complex in a 66% yield.
Optimalisasi Belanja Daerah Pada Badan Pengelolaan Keuangan Kabupaten Aceh Barat Daya
Authors: Fitri Rima Hidayatul , Fatmayanti Fatmayanti
Published: January 2024

Expenditures in the budget realization report have great significance because they reflect the use of public funds obtained from regional taxes. The interest of the community as the party who contributes these funds through taxes, lies in the desire to assess the extent to which the use of these funds is in accordance with the objectives, effective, efficient and focused on the public interest. Spending analysis can be done using the spending variance ratio, spending growth ratio, spending harmony ratio and spending efficiency ratio. The aim of this research is to analyze regional spending performance through the variance ratio, growth, harmony and efficiency of regional spending at the Southwest Aceh Regency Financial Management Agency. This research is quantitative descriptive. Data was collected through documentation techniques. This research uses secondary data in the form of the Budget Realization Report of the Southwest Aceh Regency Financial Management Agency. The results of this research can be concluded that the calculation results of the spending variance ratio show good results with an average of -14.12%. The calculation results of the expenditure growth ratio show positive results with an average of 7.84%. The calculation results of the expenditure harmony ratio show that the operating expenditure results are an average of 63.12%, while for capital expenditure it is 24.14%. The calculation results of the shopping efficiency ratio show an average result of 86.39%, which means that if you look at the shopping efficiency criteria, it is included in the quite efficient category.
Development of effective motivation for personal self-development of students
Authors: Киктенко М.В. , Петряков П.А. , Певзнер М.Н.
Published: January 2024

Формирование действенного мотива к саморазвитию является условием для результативной и самостоятельной учебной и профессиональной деятельности молодых людей. Вместе с тем наблюдаются нарастающая тенденция инфантилизации молодежи, снижение уровня развития волевых качеств и общей самостоятельности студентов и школьников, формальное отношение обучающихся к учебной деятельности, личному и профессиональному саморазвитию. В статье рассматривается процесс формирования действенного мотива студентов к развитию личностных и профессиональных качеств в ходе специального цифрового развивающего курса «Развитие воли и самоорганизации», разработанного на основе деятельностного подхода, важным компонентом которого является цифровое приложение, обеспечивающее эффективное целеполагание, планирование и самоанализ развивающей деятельности студентов. Приводятся результаты онлайн-анкетирования 1867 студентов разных курсов и специальностей, что подтверждает справедливость выдвинутых авторами гипотетических предположений. Исследование показало, что в ходе двух месяцев развивающей работы у студентов удалось сформировать действенный мотив к саморазвитию, что подтверждает эффективность предлагаемых авторами технологии и методов саморазвития студентов в условиях цифровизации образовательного процесса в вузе.

Development of effective motivation for self-development is a necessary condition for successful and independent educational and professional performance of young people. At the same time, we observe a growing trend of infantilization in young people, a decrease in their level of development of personal agency and of independence of students and schoolchildren, as well as a formal attitude towards educational activities, personal and professional self-development. The article discusses the process of forming an effective motive for students to improve personal and professional qualities within a special digital development course “Development of will and self-organization,” based on the activity approach, where an essential tool component is a digital application that ensures effective goal-setting, planning and self-analysis of students’ developmental activities . We have conducted an online survey of 1,867 students in different years of study and taking different majors. The results confirm the validity of the initial assumptions. The study shows that during the two months of self-developmental work, students managed to form an effective motive for self-development, which confirms the validity of the technology and self-development techniques of students proposed, in the context of digitalization of the educational process at the university.
A Comparative Study on Expository Writing Skills of Middle School Students in Korea and the U.S.
Authors:   Korean Association for Literacy, Lee Soonyoung , Kim Joohwan
Published: January 2024

In this study, 574 eighth graders, in Korea and the U.S., were evaluated for expository writing skills. The main results of this study were as follows. First, the writing scores were 7.40 points in Korea and 7.44 points in the U.S., and there was no statistical difference. In both countries, the score of the contents was the highest and the score of the organization was the lowest. Second, the six ‘evaluation criteria’ differentiated five writing ability groups. Third, the effects of writing tasks (topic) and gender differences were identified. Fourth, the students’ expository writing scores differed from their reading scores or general academic achievement results. Fifth, the average score of writing in both countries were similar, however the proportion of the top group was higher in the U.S.. The results of this study explained the reality of the writing skills of middle school students in Korea and the U.S., implications for instruction and further research are presented.
A Study on the Register of College Students’ Writing
Authors:   Korean Association for Literacy, Ahn Euijeong
Published: January 2024

Based on college students’ writing data, this study investigated various uses via basic quantitative analysis, measurement of colloquialism, and comparative analysis of usage. In Chapter 3, the length of sentences by registers was measured. As a result, self-introduction and photo image writing had the shortest sentences, while proposal writing had the longest. Lexical diversity analysis revealed that travel writing had the lowest lexical diversity, and photographic image writing had the highest. Lastly, the vocabulary density was highest in proposal writing and the lowest in self-introduction, and all six registers showed values lower than the average vocabulary density of previously measured Korean written texts.
A comparison of colloquial features measures in six registers and a usage analysis of specific vocabulary were performed in Chapter 4. First, we examined the distribution of 16 particles identified as highly colloquial vocabulary in existing research. Next, we compared and organized the usage of the dependent noun “geo” and the common noun “ttae” with high colloquiality scores by region of use. Influenced by, the incorrect use of the frequently used common noun “bubun” was also examined through usage analysis.
We presente d a variety of quantitative measurement methods used in corpus linguistics, which is expected to be of considerable help in college writing research, where corpus linguistics research is relatively less advanced. In addition, sub-corpus were created and compared by register, and the writing data produced by individual students can also be quantitatively analyzed using the same method. In other words, through this comparative work, a student’s writing ability can be qualitatively measured and presented.
In addition, supplementing and organizing the usage analysis performed in this study into a collection of usages will make it possible to use it as specific sentence usages in the development of writing textbooks or writing education at colleges in the future.