bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The use of traditional and complementary medicine by cancer patients in SSA: A scoping review
Authors: Sheik Adam Ammaarah , Bangalee Varsha , Oosthuizen Frasia
Published: December 2024

Background: The rate of traditional and complementary medicine (TCM) use is increasing worldwide, including among cancer patients who are often willing to try alternate therapies. Despite TCM popularity in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), there are limited data on its use with conventional treatments.Aim: This scoping review aims to describe the prevalence of use, reasons for use, most common types of TCM used, patient satisfaction with TCM and disclosure of TCM use to physicians among cancer patients in SSA.Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted for articles published from 2013 to 2022 across four databases: PubMed, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar and EBSCOhost. A scoping review approach was used to map relevant literature. Forty-six articles were assessed based on their titles and abstracts. After full-text screening, 10 articles were included.Results: Average TCM use was calculated to be 66.7%. Reasons for TCM use included: to improve psychological well-being, boost the body’s immunity and provide symptomatic relief. An average of 21.2% of TCM users informed their physician. Nine articles addressed patient satisfaction with TCM. An average of 39.1% of patients reported general TCM satisfaction.Conclusion: The use of TCM is common among cancer patients. It is important for healthcare providers to expand their knowledge in order to counsel patients and avoid potential hazards when combining TCM with conventional treatments.Contribution: These findings highlight commonly used TCM and provide insight on the portion of cancer patients informing their doctors about TCM use. This information will help understand the attitude cancer patients have towards TCM.
Influence of Household Roof Types on the Development of Plasmodium vivax in Anopheles stephensi Mosquitoes
Authors: Ravishankaran Sangamithra , Asokan Aswin , Justin N. A. Johnson Amala , Surya R Janani , Mathai Manu Thomas , Eapen Alex
Published: December 2024

Urbanization and microclimate variation in cities can influence mosquito behavior and parasite development, thus affecting malaria transmission. This study investigates how the impact of microclimate variations due to household roof types can aid in the survival of Anopheles stephensi and the development of Plasmodium vivax in an urban slum setting. Understanding these vital environmental interactions is essential for devising effective control strategies to achieve malaria elimination. Anopheles stephensi (F1) mosquitoes were membrane-fed with blood collected from P. vivax-infected patients before (day 0) and during (day 1) antimalarial treatment. The parasite development and mosquito survival were monitored in simulated microclimatic conditions of a variety of household roof types (thatched, asbestos, tiled) against standard laboratory conditions. Mosquito dissections were undertaken to detect oocysts and sporozoites in An. stephensi mosquitoes (oocyst: day 3–5, sporozoites: day 7–11). The maximum number of oocysts were detected in infected mosquitoes in thatched-roof conditions, whereas the largest oocyst was in the asbestos roof type. Circumsporozoite-ELISA results indicated the presence of sporozoites in infected mosquitoes for up to 29 days under standard conditions, 18 days in thatched-roof and asbestos roof conditions, and 14 days in tiled conditions. The univariate binary logistic regression model indicated a significant influence of microclimatic conditions of thatched roofs on parasite development. The Kaplan-Meier survival analysis revealed that the median survival of P. vivax-infected An. stephensi in thatched-roof conditions was 14 days, followed by asbestos (11 days) and tiled (10 days) roof conditions. In conclusion, thatched-roof houses were favorable for the development and survival of P. vivax-infected An. stephensi.
Physics of the Northern Annular Mode – Part 2: connection to meridional vorticity transfer
Authors: van Delden Aarnout J.
Published: December 2024

A new perspective on the nature and cause of the Northern Annular Mode (NAM) is offered, by adopting isentropic coordinates, making use of the impermeability to vorticity fluxes of isentropic surfaces, and by avoiding the quasi-geostrophic approximation. The NAM is identified with the zonal-mean circumpolar flow, also called the “primary circulation”. The positive (negative) NAM-phase is characterized by a weaker (more intense) than average zonalmean subtropical jet and also a more poleward (equatorward) than average position of the maximum zonal-mean surface westerlies. The negative NAM-phase is maintained by an intense residual circulation of mass, as explained in part 1 of this paper. The positive NAM-phase is maintained by up-gradient, therefore self-perpetuating, poleward eddy vorticity fluxes in the middle latitudes, which intensify the primary circulation in middle latitudes, while driving it out of gradient wind balance. As a response to the imbalance of the primary circulation, a zonal-mean meridional overturning circulation, or “secondary circulation”, is generated in the middle latitudes. Vorticity fluxes due to the secondary circulation oppose eddy vorticity fluxes. On the monthly time-scale this opposition is nearly exact, implying a stationary state, were it not for the fact that the secondary circulation also transports mass, which, by opposing the eddy mass-flux, reduces the intensity of the residual (net) circulation of mass, and so prevents a transition to the negative NAM-phase. A transition from one extreme NAM-phase to the opposite NAM-phase takes at least several days during which either the reservoir of mass (transition to negative NAM-phase) or the reservoir of vorticity (transition to positive NAM-phase) at high latitudes in the lowermost stratosphere and upper troposphere is replenished.
Charakterystyczne kolokacje w wybranych ekoreportażach prasowych z lat 2022–2024
Authors: Ostrowska Katarzyna
Published: December 2024

Artykuł ma na celu przedstawienie charakterystycznych dla gatunku ekoreportażu prasowego kolokacji na podstawie wybranych tekstów z czasopisma National Geographic. Polska z lat 2022–2024. Aby wykonać to zadanie, zostały zastosowane następujące metody: analizy korpusowej – utworzenie korpusu dwudziestu tekstów prasowych dotyczących tematyki ekologii, analizy ilościowo-jakościowej – wyekscerpowanie najważniejszych związków wyrazowych poprzez narzędzie Korpusomat z infrastruktury CLARIN-PL względem C-value. Wskaźnik C-value sporo mówi o istotności kolokacji dla danego korpusu; na jego podstawie można przewidywać ważność związków wyrazowych w innych tekstach prasowych. W ramach badania wyłoniono najistotniejsze dla gatunku ekoreportażu kolokacje ze wskaźnikiem C-value wynoszącym więcej niż 10,00 >10,00), takie jak: zmiana klimatu, globalne ocieplenie, zanieczyszczenie wód, góra lodowa, fala oceaniczna. Oznacza to, że tematyka dotycząca zmian klimatu, globalnego ocieplenia, zanieczyszczania wód, topnienia gór lodowych oraz wywoływania fal oceanicznych będzie stanowiła także ważny motyw w innych tekstach z gatunku współczesnego ekoreportażu prasowego.
Impact of the So-Called the Budget-Related Act on the Pay Policy of Local Government Entities in Relation to Persons Managing Municipal Companies – Selected Issue
Authors: Żmuda-Matan Kamila
Published: December 2024

The article is devoted to the analysis of the impact of budget-related acts from 2018 to 2024 on the remuneration policy of local government units towards persons managing municipal companies, regulated by the Act on the principles of shaping the remuneration of persons managing certain companies, in particular in terms of the systemic inconsistencies generated by this impact.

According to the thesis, the mechanism for determining the amount of remuneration of members of bodies in municipal companies is the product of the so-called the basis for calculating and the amount of the average monthly remuneration in the enterprise sector is a regulation enabling efficient adjustment of the amount of remuneration received by members of management and supervisory boards to the economic situation. The subject of the assessment is the negative impact exerted on the analyzed area by annual budget-related acts that freeze the so-called the calculation basis at the level of 2016, as a result of which the remuneration of management staff subject to the scope of application of the Remuneration Act has not changed even by a penny since 2017.

The set goal implied the need to use a theoretical, dogmatic and legal research method, based on the analysis of theoretical and legal publications and legal regulations, as well as the positions of supervisory authorities applying the examined legal acts.

The analysis of the provisions of the Act on Remuneration, in the author’s opinion, confirms the thesis that the statutory mechanism is clear and transparent, theoretically ensuring modern and competitive remuneration principles. However, the above-mentioned connection mechanism with the so-called freezing the dimension basis, using the so-called budget-related acts, de facto leads to the elimination of the possibility of using the purpose of the legal norm contained in the Remuneration Act. In the context of the identified systemic inconsistency, the author critically assesses the relationship of the budget-related act to the budget act, including the possible subjective and objective scope of its regulation, as an act specifying the provisions of the budget act.
Evaluating the Regulatory Approach to Open Banking in Europe: An Empirical Study
Authors: Polasik Michał , Butor-Keler Agnieszka , Widawski Paweł , Keler Grzegorz
Published: December 2024

This paper assesses the impact of the regulatory approach to open banking in Europe. The evaluation is based on a review of the revised Payment Services Directive (PSD2), Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) and the studies of experts from 30 countries as part of the PayTechImpact.EU project. The study aims to examine the effects of the introduction of the PSD2 regulation in the EU. The results of the study reveal that PSD2 is an example of an effective lawmaking process. It focuses on stimulating innovation and creating new value for customers, while concurrently developing the competitiveness of the payment services market. EU regulation has proved to be an effective instrument for creating an open technical infrastructure in the payment services market. Infrastructure development within the European Community regulatory framework has lowered the entry barrier for payment services. Open banking has strengthened consumer security and resulted in fraud reduction. However, the high financial costs incurred in implementing PSD2 has limited its positive impact. The most important issues identified include inconsistent regulatory requirements for non-bank financial companies, the imperfect development of API-based open banking infrastructure, and problems with lost transactions. An analysis of the PSD3, PSR1, and FIDA regulatory proposals indicates that they adequately address the identified outcomes of PSD2 and expectations of financial sector stakeholders.
The Future of the Digital Permanent Establishment Concept: Challenges and Obstacles
Authors: Homa Tereza
Published: December 2024

Addressing the challenges and implications of taxing the digital economy through the concept of Digital Permanent Establishment [DPE] is the main focus of this article.

Traditional tax systems based on physical presence are inadequate for digital businesses that generate significant revenues without a physical footprint. The research examines whether the introduction of DPE can increase tax revenues in countries where digital services are provided. The hypothesis is that DPE will lead to higher tax revenues by capturing profits that are currently shifted to low-tax jurisdictions.

The objectives of the article are to analyse the potential effectiveness of DPE in increasing tax revenues, the barriers to increasing tax revenues of DPE, and to compare the economic impact between countries that have adopted DPE and those that have not. The research methodology includes legal analysis, historical analysis and comparative analysis of approaches from chosen countries.

Challenges and other factors affecting the enforceability and profitability of the tax reduce the expected finding that countries that have adopted DPE have seen an increase in tax revenues from digital services.

This does not mean that DPE is effective in combating base erosion and profit shifting [BEPS] in the digital economy. However, the study also highlights administrative challenges and the need for international coordination to avoid double taxation.

In conclusion, the article’s findings confirm that DPE can increase tax revenues and contribute to fairer taxation of the digital economy. It provides new insights into the implementation and impact of DPE and highlights its potential to modernise international tax systems. The findings underline the importance of adapting tax policies to the realities of the digital economy.
Kaz Dağı ve Çevresinin Kültürel Varlıkları
Authors: Ilgar Rüştü
Published: December 2024

Biga Yarımadası’nda bulunan Kaz Dağı; biyolojik çeşitliliği, temiz havası, manzarası ve mitolojik bir karaktere sahip olması ile eşsiz bir dağdır ve 1993 yılında bir bölümü milli park ilan edilmiştir. Çok sayıda endemik bitkiyi barındırmakta ve birçok yabani hayvana ev sahipliği yapmaktadır. Sahip olduğu zengin su kaynakları sayesinde yörenin su ihtiyacını karşılamakta ve verimli tarım alanları oluşturmaktadır. Kaz Dağı mitolojik geçmişin kültürel birikimi yanında günümüz toplumlarının edinimleriyle sentezlenmiş kültürel zenginliğe sahiptir. Gerek coğrafya gerekse insan faktörü bu olumlulukta büyük öneme sahiptir. Yörede yaşamakta olan farklı etnik kültürlere sahip gruplar oldukça dikkat çekicidir. Çoğunluğu Yörükler oluştururken bunun yanında Fatih Sultan Mehmet zamanında Toroslardan getirilerek buraya yerleştirilen Tahtacı Türkmenleri vardır. Bu Türkmenler, kendilerini Alevi olarak tanımlamakta ve hem inançlarını hem de eski Türk toplumlarında görülen adetleri halen yaşatmaktadırlar. Bu çalışmada Kaz Dağı ve çevresinin coğrafi olarak fiziki ve beşerî özellikleri, özellikle yörede yaşayan toplulukların kültürel değerleri ele alınmıştır.
The Waste Management System in the Parking and Traders Arrangement in the Borobudur Temple Area, Central Java, Indonesia
Authors: Isworo S. , Jasmiene E. , Oetari P. S.
Published: December 2024

The Indonesian government continues to accelerate the resolution of all problems related to the planning, infrastructure development, and arrangement of tourist visits, including the arrangement of parking spaces and commercial areas in the Borobudur temple area. The purpose of this study is to develop a waste management system in the parking and commercial areas of Kujon as an alternative to structuring the Borobudur temple area. The research method is a descriptive-qualitative observational approach. Surface water and groundwater examinations are carried out in laboratories and compared with quality criteria determined by the Indonesian government. Toxic and hazardous waste is stored in temporary facilities until it is collected by a company licensed by the Indonesian environmental ministry. The Shannon-Wiener Plankton and Benthos Diversity Index measures the diversity of organisms in a community. The study’s findings highlight the need to establish a waste processing facility based on the reduction, reuse, and recycling principles. Waste will be collected at a certain site and stored temporarily in line with the technical instructions for the Minister of Environment and Forestry’s Regulation. The findings of surface water and groundwater studies demonstrate that all measured parameters continue to meet the Indonesian government’s quality thresholds. Plankton Bioindicator Measurements: Plankton diversity index values range from 1.040 to 1.943, indicating moderate pollution, while benthos values range from 0.811 to 0.918, indicating weakly to moderately contaminated conditions. Sustainable environmental management is critical and should serve as a baseline for environmental quality in the activity area.
Advancements in Machine Learning and Deep Learning Techniques for Crop Yield Prediction: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Ramesh V. , Kumaresan P.
Published: December 2024

Agriculture is the crucial pillar and basic building block of our nation. Agriculture plays a key role as the major source of revenue for our nation. Farming is the primary financial source of India. Abrupt environmental changes affect crop yield prediction. Unpredictable climate changes, lack of water resources, deficiency of nutrients, depletion of soil fertility, unbalanced irrigation systems, and conventional farming techniques are the major causes of crop yield prediction. Today, AI, the use of machine learning, and deep learning techniques provide an achievable solution to improve crop yields. The key intent of the survey is to accurately predict and improve crop yield by combining agricultural statistics with machine learning and deep learning models. To accomplish this, we have surveyed the optimization algorithms implemented in conjunction with the Random Forest and Cat Boost models. A survey made across multiple databases to determine the effectiveness of crop yield prediction and analysis was performed on the included articles. The survey results show that a hybrid CNN DNN and RNN model with optimization algorithms outperforms the other existing traditional models.
Numerical Modeling of Instantaneous Spills in One-dimensional River Systems
Authors: Al-khafaji Fatima M. A. , Al-Zubaidi Hussein A. M.
Published: December 2024

Modeling the fate and transport of spills in rivers is critical for risk assessment and instantaneous spill response. In this research, a one-dimensional model for instantaneous spills in river systems was built by solving the advection-dispersion equation (ADE) numerically along with the shallow water equations (SWEs) within the MATLAB environment. To run the model, the Ohio River’s well-known accidental spill in 1988 was used as a field case study. The verification process revealed the model’s robustness with very low statistic errors. The mean absolute error (MAE) and root mean squared error (RMSE) relative to the absorbed record were 0.0626 ppm and 0.2255 ppm, respectively. Results showed the spill mass distribution is a function of the longitudinal dispersion coefficient and the mass decay rate. Increasing the longitudinal dispersion coefficient reduces the spill impact widely, for instance after four days from the mass spill the maximum concentration decreased from 0.846789 to 0.486623 ppm, and after five days it decreased from 0.332485 to 0.186094 ppm by increasing the coefficient from 15 to 175 m2/sec. A similar reduction was achieved by increasing the decay rate from 0.8 to 1.2 day-1 (from 0.846789 to 0.254274 ppm and from 0.332485 to 0.0662202 ppm after four and five days, respectively). Thus, field measurements of these two factors must be taken into account to know the spill fate in river systems.
Forecasting Precipitation Using a Markov Chain Model in the Coastal Region in Bangladesh
Authors: Pranto Al Mamun , Aziz Usama Ibn , Das Lipon Chandra , Ghosh Sanjib , Islam Anisul
Published: December 2024

This work explores the detailed study of Bangladeshi precipitation patterns, with a particular emphasis on modeling annual rainfall changes in six coastal cities using Markov chains. To create a robust Markov chain model with four distinct precipitation states and provide insight into the transition probabilities between these states, the study integrates historical rainfall data spanning nearly three decades (1994–2023). The stationary test statistic (χ²) was computed for a selected number of coastal stations, and transition probabilities between distinct rainfall states were predicted using this historical data. The findings reveal that the observed values of the test statistic, χ², are significant for all coastal stations, indicating a reliable model fit. These results underscore the importance of understanding the temporal evolution of precipitation patterns, which is crucial for effective water resource management, agricultural planning, and disaster preparedness in the region. The study highlights the dynamic nature of rainfall patterns and the necessity for adaptive strategies to mitigate the impacts of climate variability. Furthermore, this research emphasizes the interconnectedness of climate studies and the critical need for enhanced data-gathering methods and international collaboration to bridge knowledge gaps regarding climate variability. By referencing a comprehensive range of scholarly works on climate change, extreme rainfall events, and variability in precipitation patterns, the study provides a thorough overview of the current research landscape in this field. In conclusion, this study not only contributes to the understanding of precipitation dynamics in Bangladeshi coastal cities but also offers valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders involved in climate adaptation and resilience planning. The integration of Markov chain models with extensive historical data sets serves as a powerful tool for predicting future rainfall trends and developing informed strategies to address the challenges posed by changing precipitation patterns.
Testing the Validity of Environmental Kuznets Curve for Carbon Emission: A Cross-Section Analysis
Authors: Chanda Punam , Majhi Pintu , Akther Salina
Published: December 2024

Global warming and its consequences have heightened the urgency of reducing emissions of carbon dioxide globally. The concern arises from countries’ relentless efforts to achieve economic development at the expense of the environment. In this context, the paper examines the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) hypothesis at the world level using carbon emission as an indicator of environmental degradation. The EKC hypothesis postulates an inverted U-shaped curve between economic development and environmental degradation; degrading environmental quality at the initial stages of development and, after a threshold level, environmental degradation lowers. The study investigates the validity of the EKC hypothesis for carbon emission with an analysis of 158 countries in the world, with population, urbanization, forest cover, and tourist inflow as the control variables. The study is based on secondary data collected from the World Bank. A regression analysis is used for the study. To ensure environmental sustainability, it is important to identify the determinants of carbon emissions across countries with varying levels of economic development. The findings of the study support the hypothesized inverse U-shaped association between Gross Domestic Product per capita and carbon emission per capita at the world level. Out of the four control variables, urbanization and tourist inflow were found statistically significant. Urbanization was positively correlated with carbon emission per capita while forest area was negatively correlated. Carbon emission per capita initially increases with rising GDP per capita and declines after GDP per capita reaches a certain level. The estimated turning point of GDP per capita occurs at a high level and therefore, most of the countries are anticipated to emit carbon dioxide.
Effectiveness of Different Artificial Neural Network Models in Establishing the Suitable Dosages of Coagulant and Chlorine in Water Treatment Works
Authors: Wadkar Dnyaneshwar V. , Chikute Ganesh C. , Patil Pravin S. , Wadkar Pallavi D. , Chikute Manasi G.
Published: December 2024

Generally, in India, determining the chlorine and coagulant dosage in a WTP depends on the proficiency of operators, which may lead to overdosing or underdosing of coagulants and chlorine. Nevertheless, the determination of both coagulant and chlorine dosages frequently changes as inlet water quality varies which demands extensive laboratory analyses, leading to prolonged experimentation periods in water treatment plants. So objective of the study is to develop the precise relationship between coagulant dose and chlorine dose in a water treatment plant by using an artificial neural network (ANN). As a result, ANN models were developed to predict chlorine dose using coagulant dose by comparing the performance of the number of ANN models. It has been found that radial basis function neural networks (RBFNN) and generalized regression neural networks (GRNN) modeling provide better prediction. In RBFNN and GRNN modeling, the spread factor is varied from 0.1 to 15 to establish a stable and accurate model with high predictive accuracy. It is observed that the RBFNN model showed good prediction (R2 = 0.999). The application of a soft computing model for defining doses of coagulant and chlorine that are inextricably linked at a Water treatment plant (WTP) will be highly beneficial for WTP Managers.
Investigations on Photodegradation and Antibacterial Activity of Mixed Oxide Nanocrystalline Materials
Authors: Shinde P. P. , Sayyad R. J. , Shukla S. S. , Waghmode S. A. , Gadale S. R.
Published: December 2024

In this study, we synthesized cobalt-doped molybdenum supported on silica (Co/MS) nanocomposites with varying concentrations of cobalt (1, 5, 10, 15, and 20 wt%) using the sol-gel method. We investigated their physico-chemical properties, photocatalytic activity, and antimicrobial efficacy. The synthesized nanocomposites were characterized using a range of techniques, including X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) to determine crystal structure, UV-vis spectroscopy for optical properties, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) for functional group analysis, and scanning electron microscopy coupled with energy-dispersive X-ray microanalysis (SEM-EDX) for morphological and elemental composition analysis. The photocatalytic performance of these catalysts was assessed by their ability to degrade organic dyes, specifically methyl orange and methylene blue, under visible light irradiation. Our results demonstrated that the photocatalytic efficiency increased with higher cobalt content, with the 20 wt% Co/MS nanocomposite showing the highest degradation rates. Additionally, we evaluated the antibacterial activity of the nanocomposites against a range of microorganisms, including Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as fungal species. The 20 wt% Co/MS nanocomposite exhibited superior antimicrobial activity compared to the other samples, indicating its potential for applications in environmental remediation and antimicrobial treatments.
Potential Low-cost Treatment of Tannery Effluents from Industry by Adsorption on Activated Charcoal Derived from Olive Pomace
Authors: Alouiz I. , Benhadj M. , Elmontassir D. , Sennoune M. , Amarouch M.Y. , Mazouzi D.
Published: December 2024

Tannery wastewater contains a significant amount of chemical compounds, including toxic substances. Due to the toxicity and negative environmental effects of these tannery effluents, mandatory treatment is necessary. The main objective of this study was to treat effluent from an artisanal tannery in the city of Fez (Morocco) using the adsorption process with activated charcoal derived from olive pomace. The physicochemical characterization of tanning water included several parameters, such as chemical oxygen demand (COD), total Kjeldahl nitrogen (TKN), suspended solids (SS), sulfate ions (SO42-), nitrate, and chromium Cr(VI). The analyses show that the adsorption process reduced nitrate by 57.54%, sulfate by 94.08%, TKN by 74.84%, COD by 68.18%, Cr by 91.27%, and Cr (VI) by 89.78%. The activated charcoal was characterized before and after tannery effluent treatment using various techniques, including FT-IR, SEM, and EDX. From the above, it can be inferred that using activated carbon made from olive pomace has the potential to reduce tannery effluent pollution parameters. This innovative approach demonstrates that competitive results can be achieved without sacrificing economic viability, thereby promoting sustainable practices in the treatment of industrial liquid waste and wastewater treatment plants.
Dolomite as A Potential Source of Heterogenous Catalyst for Biodiesel Production from Pongamia pinnata
Authors: Sudalai S. , Devanesan M. G. , Arumugam A.
Published: December 2024

Biodiesel production from Pongamia pinnata, a tree-based oil using healthcare industrial waste dolomite as a catalyst, was studied. The studies aimed to establish the ideal parameters for producing biodiesel, such as temperature, the ratio of methanol to oil, and the weight percentage of the catalyst. The healthcare industrial waste was procured and characterized. With the operating conditions, temperature maintained at 75°C, methanol to oil molar ratio of about 20:1, and a catalyst weight of 5%, the optimum yield of 92.3% was obtained. The tree-based nonedible oil source for biodiesel production was suggested widely due to its ability to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs). The Pongamia Pinnata cultivation on barren land supports the afforestation projects with economic and environmental values; further biodiesel from renewable bioresources reduces emissions, and livelihood development to eradicate unemployment are the primary objectives for achieving the SDGs. The tree-based biodiesel production and adaptation of dolomite as a heterogeneous catalyst have proven to be a recent attraction among scientists. The present study is the first report on Pongamia pinnata for biodiesel production catalyzed by dolomite.
Aquatic Macroinvertebrate Diversity and Water Quality, La Gallega-Morropón Creek, Piura, Peru
Authors: Paredes-Agurto Mónica Santa María , Cherre Armando Fortunato Ugaz , Dioses José Manuel Marchena , Garcia Robert Barrionuevo
Published: December 2024

Freshwater systems are one of the most important natural resources for life. Despite their value, these ecosystems have suffered great impacts caused by human activities, which directly affect the aquatic biota and the quality of water sources. Considering the value of aquatic macroinvertebrates as bioindicators of water quality, the richness, composition, and water quality of La Gallega-Morropón stream, Piura-Peru, were compared. Two field trips were conducted between November 2018 and May 2019 (contemplated wet and dry periods, respectively), performing 4 sampling stations. A total of 1772 individuals of macroinvertebrates were recorded, distributed in 22 families. Psychodidae had an abundance of 670 individuals, followed by morphospecies (Gasteropoda) with 379 individuals, Chironomidae with 275 individuals, and Elmidae with 136 individuals (all indicators of water quality). Finally, the water quality index method: 1) BMWP/Col, presented one station with good (HB1), acceptable (HB2), and critical (HB3 and HB4) quality, while 2) EPT exhibited two stations with good quality (HB3 and HB4), HB1 regular quality and HB2 poor (HB3 and HB4), HB1 regular quality and HB2 poor quality.
Intersecția coregrafiei cu tehnologia
Authors:   University of Arts, Târgu-Mureș, Olar Cristina Maria
Published: December 2024

Throughout the ages, pioneers of art, guided inwardly by the need for knowledge and development, have pushed the boundaries of possibility and imagination towards evolution. The field of choreography is no stranger to artists who have dedicated their entire activity to discovering new ways of creating choreography and performance in a spectacular manner. The new forms of performance that emerged mainly at the beginning of the 20th century and up to the present day have meet digital art. Artists from all over the world conceive new experimental contexts in a transcendental space. In this research I aim to highlight the early moment of the intersection between dance and technology, the influence of artificial intelligence on choreographic performances and what the benefits might be, without altering human existence. We are currently witnessing a technological evolution in the arts, of which choreographic artists are aware, exploring the corporeal dimension by introducing technology into choreographic creations. It is fascinating to see the way the artists manage to build their choreography through the dancer's body, but also through algorithms generated by artificial intelligence. Although AI was originally introduced into choreography to streamline dance notation, it is now used to create innovative choreography. By analysing the material available in the field, it becomes obvious that one of the benefits of AI is that it archives and preserves all the artist's research. As an emerging technology, however, I believe it is important not to highlight technology at the expense of the human.
Political Volunteers + Survey Institute = Political Party Support? (2024 Presidential Election Phenomenon)
Authors: Syauket Amalia , Budhiati Ida
Published: December 2024

Interesting phenomena ahead of the 2024 presidential election include the symptom of voluntair politics or political volunteers who support one of the presidential candidates, whose echoes are photographed by survey agencies as shapers of public opinion. The question is, will political parties support candidates who are volunteered and have high electability from survey agencies? This normative research prioritizes secondary data from a variety of relevant and up-to-date sources. The results of this study show that political parties' support for candidacy in the contestation of annexation tends to listen more to the results of the electability study of survey institutions both external and internal. Politicians tend to trust their electability if released by survey agencies that they say have credibility in the eyes of the public. There is a symbiotic relationship of mutualism between political volunteerism and its massive mass mobilization function and the presence of political volunteers can be synergized with.
Penegakan Hukum Terhadap Pelaku Kejahatan Judi Online Kasus Judi Slot Gacor
Authors: Kurniawan Ervin , Hakim Lukman , Riyadi Sugeng
Published: December 2024

Fenomena perjudian merupakan salah satu warisan yang telah berlangsung sejak zaman dahulu, dimana pada mulanya perjudian dilakukan dengan cara konvensional dengan bertatap muka, namun kini perjudian menjadi lebih mudah diakses dengan adanya perkembangan teknologi dengan memanfaatkan internet. Aktivitas ilegal terhadap judi online merupakan salah satu implikasi dari penggunaan internet secara negatif dan merupakan suatu tindak pidana yang melanggar norma serta kaidah hukum di Indonesia. Dengan menggunakan metode hukum normatif yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana pengaturan terhadap judi online serta alasan tren judi online masih masif dilakukan meskipun telah ada hukum pidana yang mengatur sebelumnya. Pengaturan terhadap judi online saat ini di Indonesia telah diatur di dalam KUHP lama yang tertuang pada Pasal 303 dan Pasal 303 bis, KUHP baru yang tertuang pada Pasal 426 dan  Pasal 427, serta tertuang di dalam Undang-Undang ITE pada Pasal 27 ayat (2) juncto Pasal 45 ayat (2). Selain itu alasan tren perjudian secara online masih tetap eksis meskipun telah diberlakukannya Undang-Undang ITE, pada dasarnya tren perjudian online masih tetap berlaku didasari pada 4 faktor, antara lain: faktor kaidah hukum, faktor sarana prasarana, faktor masyarakat dan faktor kebudayaan
Ảnh hưởng của độ mặn lên chỉ tiêu sinh sản của cá sặc rằn (Trichogaster pectoralis Regan, 1910) tại Bạc Liêu
Authors: Thị Bích Như Trần , Thị Hồng vân Nguyễn
Published: December 2024

Nghiên cứu ảnh hưởng của độ mặn khác nhau lên các chỉ tiêu sinh sản của cá Sặc rằn làm cơ sở cho sự phát triển nghề sản xuất giống cá nước ngọt dưới tác động của biến đổi khí hậu. Nghiên cứu được thực hiện với 5 nghiệm thức (tương ứng với độ mặn: 0‰, 2‰, 4‰, 6‰ và 8‰), lặp lại 3 lần và được bố trí hoàn toàn ngẫu nhiên. Cá bố mẹ thí nghiệm có khối lượng từ 109 - 138 g/con, với tỉ lệ đực cái là 1:1. Khi nâng độ mặn được 4 giờ tiến hành tiêm kích dục tố (LH-RHa 0,1mg + 5mg DOM/kg cá cái) kích thích cá sinh sản. Các yếu tố môi trường trong thời gian thí nghiệm: nhiệt độ từ 27,4 - 28,90C, pH từ 7,6 - 7,8, hàm lượng NH3 từ 0,06 - 0,11mg/L và NO2- từ 0,02 - 0,06 mg/L. Kết quả cho thấy, thời gian hiệu ứng thuốc có xu hướng tăng khi độ mặn tăng, cụ thể, 913 phút ở  độ mặn 0‰ so với 1156 phút ở độ mặn 8‰; Tỷ lệ cá tham gia sinh sản đạt từ 66,7 - 100% khác biệt không có ý nghĩa thống kê giữa các nghiệm thức (p>0,05); Tỷ lệ thụ tinh từ 6,67 - 75,67%, thấp nhất ở 8‰ độ mặn và khác biệt ý nghĩa (p<0,05) so với các nghiệm thức khác còn lại; Tỷ lệ nở từ 0,67 - 82%, cao nhất ở độ mặn 2‰ (82,33%), thấp nhất ở độ mặn 8‰ (0,67%) và khác biệt có ý nghĩa thống kê (p<0,05). Tỷ lệ sống của ấu trùng cá ở các mức độ mặn từ 0‰ đến 6‰ đạt từ 66,67 - 98,33% và tỷ lệ sống của cá ở các mức độ mặn này không có sự khác biệt có ý nghĩa thống kê (p>0,05). Nghiên cứu này cho thấy cá Sặc rằn có thể sinh sản ở độ mặn từ 2 - 6‰, tối ưu nhất là 2‰.
Ảnh hưởng của dịch nuôi cấy từ Streptomyces murinus NARZ đến một số chỉ tiêu chất lượng của quả xoài trong quá trình bảo quản
Authors: Thỵ Đan Huyền Nguyễn , Thị Thủy Tiên Nguyễn , Thanh Long Lê , Hiền Trang Nguyễn
Published: December 2024

Mục đích của nghiên cứu này là xác định ảnh hưởng của dịch nuôi cấy (Culture filtrate: CF) từ Streptomyces murinus NARZ đến biến đổi một số chỉ tiêu chất lượng của quả xoài trong quá trình bảo quản. Quả xoài sau thu hoạch được phun đều CF từ S. murinus NARZ nồng độ 100% trên bề mặt trái trong 10 giây, làm ráo và bảo quản ở điều kiện nhiệt độ phòng (25 – 30oC). Các công thức đối chứng là quả có cùng độ chín, được phun chitosan 1%; thuốc bảo vệ thực vật Fosetyl Aluminum 0,2% và nước cất, làm ráo và bảo quản cùng điều kiện với công thức thí nghiệm. Các chỉ tiêu phân tích gồm tỉ lệ hao hụt khối lượng, cường độ hô hấp, tổng chất khô hòa tan, hàm lượng acid, hàm lượng đường tổng số và hàm lượng vitamin C được xác định với tần suất 2 ngày/ lần trong quá trình bảo quản. Sau 10 ngày bảo quản, sự thay đổi về các chỉ tiêu sinh lý, sinh hóa ở các mẫu xoài có xử lý CF từ S. murinus NARZ diễn ra chậm hơn so với các công thức đối chứng với các giá trị đạt được là tỉ lệ hao hụt khối lượng (11,60%); cường độ hô hấp (12,11%); hàm lượng chất khô hòa tan (13,67%), hàm lượng acid (0,40%), hàm lượng đường (2,50%) và vitamin C (19,80 mg%). Kết quả này cho thấy, CF từ S. murinus NARZ ở nồng độ 100% có khả năng làm chậm quá trình chín của quả xoài trong quá trình bảo quản. Những kết quả trên có thể kết luận CF từ S. murinus NARZ có tiềm năng như một chất bảo quản trái cây sinh học nhằm thay thế các chất bảo quản hóa học.
Ảnh hưởng của tỷ lệ cho ăn đến sinh trưởng và tỷ lệ sống của ốc hương Babylonia areolata (Link 1807)
Authors: Quang Thịnh Trương , Hữu Lộc Đặng , Văn Đức Trí Nguyễn , Thị Thanh Nga Phan , Trọng Đức Huỳnh , Thị Thanh Nhàn Phạm , Quang Huy Tạ , Đức Thành Nguyễn , Văn Huy Nguyễn
Published: December 2024

Nghiên cứu được triển khai với 2 thí nghiệm nhằm xác định tỷ lệ cho ăn phù hợp ở giai đoạn nuôi ốc hương thương phẩm. Mỗi thí nghiệm với 3 lần lặp lại với 4 mức tỷ lệ cho ăn thức ăn công nghiệp (1, 2, 4, và 6%) hoặc thức ăn tươi (3, 6, 9, và 12%) theo phương pháp ngẫu nhiên hoàn toàn. Kích cỡ ốc khi bắt đầu thí nghiệm có khối lượng và chiều cao tương ứng là 3,3 ± 0,01 g và 2,2 ± 0,03 cm   Kết quả cho thấy, sinh trưởng của ốc hương bị ảnh hưởng bởi tỷ lệ cho ăn (p<0,05), cụ thể: Đối với thức ăn tươi, tỷ lệ cho ăn càng cao tốc độ sinh trưởng của ốc càng cao, khối lượng ốc khi thu hoạch đạt cao nhất ở tỷ lệ cho ăn 9% hoặc 12% tương ứng với 6,45 g/con hoặc 6,12 g/con, thấp nhất ở nghiệm thức cho ăn với tỷ lệ 3%, chỉ đạt 4,91 g/con. Ngược lại, tỷ lệ cho ăn thức ăn công nghiệp càng cao thì sinh trưởng của ốc có xu hướng giảm, tốt nhất ở mức cho ăn 2% khối lượng thân/ngày. Tỷ lệ cho ăn càng cao thì hệ số thức ăn càng cao (p<0,05). Tỷ lệ sống của ốc không bị ảnh hưởng bởi tỷ lệ cho ăn (p > 0,05) thức ăn công nghiệp hay thức ăn tươi, tất cả các nghiệm thức ở cả 2 thí nghiệm đều đạt >72%. Các yếu tố môi trường nước liên quan đến ni tơ và phốt pho tăng dần theo tỷ lệ cho ăn, và có sự sai khác có ý nghĩa thống kê giữa các mức cho ăn thức ăn tươi hay thức ăn công nghiệp (p<0,05). Áp dụng phương pháp phân tích phương trình hồi quy đa thức bậc hai của các thông số tăng trưởng (%) và tỷ lệ cho ăn (%) đã xác định được tỷ lệ cho ăn tối ưu cho sự tăng trưởng tốt nhất của ốc hương đối với thức ăn công nghiệp là 1,53% và thức ăn tươi là 10,8%.
English for Specific Purposes: Basic Concepts in International Relations
Authors: Mkrtchyan Marine , Martirosyan Armenuhi , Melkonyan Nune , Babayan Amalya
Published: December 2024

The textbook “Basic Concepts in International Relations” is aimed at developing and enriching the verbal and linguistic skills of learners in both oral and written speech, at deepening the professional knowledge and relevant vocabulary related to the fields of politics, in particular, international relations and diplomacy, based on the text material, and carefully elaborated exercises.

The textbook is intended for students of international relations, political science and social science-oriented faculties of universities, as well as professionals working in the sphere of international relations.
Professional Psychosocial Competences: Theoretical and Applied Materials
Authors: Papoyan Varduhi , Galstyan Alina , Sargsyan Diana , Karapetyan Milena
Published: December 2024

The theoretical and applied materials titled “Professional Psychosocial Competencies” explore the development of competencies shaped through educational, professional, and work activities. In the process of personal development and self-realization, professional competencies occupy a significant place, which are based not only on knowledge and skills, but also on resources. The work was supported by the Higher Education and Science Committee of the RA MESCS, in the framework of research project No 21T-5A044.

Our research introduces a model that demonstrates positive correlations between personal factors, motivational components, and indicators aimed at fulfilling individual needs. These elements are foundational for the development of essential competencies in the context of professional activity.
Pengaruh Stres Kerja dan Beban Kerja terhadap Turnover Intention pada Sumber Daya Manusia (SDM) Generasi Z di Provinsi D.I. Yogyakarta
Authors: Rizky Kurnia Manggala  , Siswanto
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan guna memahami pengaruh stres kerja terhadap turnover intention SDM Generasi Z di Provinsi D.I. Yogyakarta, serta pengaruh beban kerja terhadap turnover intention SDM Generasi Z di wilayah yang sama. Kajian ini termasuk dalam jenis penelitian survei. Populasi penelitian ialah SDM Generasi Z yang saat ini bekerja di Provinsi D.I. Yogyakarta. Penelitian ini memanfaatkan pendekatan purposive sampling dengan jumlah sampel 150 orang. Strategi pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner yang telah tervalidasi dan reliabel. Pendekatan analisis data yang dimanfaatkan ialah Partial Least Squares (PLS) dengan memanfaatkan alat bantu Smart PLS 3.0 untuk outer model dan inner model. Hasil penelitian memperlihatkan bahwasanya Stres Kerja berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap Turnover Intention SDM Generasi Z di Provinsi D.I. Yogyakarta (t statistik = 4,998, p value = 0,000 < 0,05). Selain itu, adanya dampak positif dan signifikan Beban Kerja terhadap Turnover Intention pada SDM Generasi Z di Provinsi D.I. Yogyakarta (t statistik = 2,470, p value = 0,014 < 0,001).
Development of a Measurement Methodology for Strategic Planning in an Organization and Its Relationship with the Fulfillment of the Business Vision for Its Alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Authors: Parra Giovanny Javier Alarcón , Chávez Roberto Fabian Sánchez , Pérez Miguel Ángel Avalos , Hered Kelvi Hernán Novillo
Published: December 2024

Objective: The main objective of this article is to develop a measurement methodology that allows to evaluate the degree of fulfillment of the vision in an organization through strategic planning.
 
Methodology: To achieve this objective, a descriptive and analytical approach was implemented, through which the concepts of the Balanced Scorecard theory, the Strategic Map and the Balancing principle were analyzed to understand the functioning, behavior and contribution of the objectives stated in a Strategic Planning to formulate an equation that objectively measures the progress towards the fulfillment of the business vision.
 
Results: The results obtained revealed that the developed equation allows to accurately identify the areas in which the organization is progressing according to its vision, as well as those that require improvement. This quantitative tool is flexible and applicable to different organizational contexts, which makes it a valuable addition to strategic management.
 
Conclusion: The proposed methodology provides an effective way to measure and manage the company's vision, facilitating informed decision making aimed at fulfilling long-term objectives. In this way, a continuous alignment between strategic activities and the organizational mission is ensured, promoting a sustained and coherent development of a company that allows it to achieve organizational success for the well-being of society in accordance with the Sustainable Development Goals.
Effect of Environmental Impact Assessment and Management on the Economic Growth of Developing Countries. Evidence from Nigeria. (1990-2023).
Authors:   Operation Manager, China Harbour Engineering Company Nigeria Ltd,, Kwajaffa Elizabeth Ayuba , Kadiri Angulu Tamatuwa ,   Department of Economics, Bingham University, Karu Nasarawa State, Nigeria., Muritala (Ph.D) Taiwo Adewale ,   Department of Business Administration, Nile University of Nigeria,, Dantong(PhD) Rahila Timothy ,   Department of Political Science, Plateau State University Bokkos. Nigeria, Vincent(Ph.D) ATAYI Abraham ,   Department of Economics, Plateau State University Bokkos. Nigeria.
Published: December 2024

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and its management have become pivotal tools in balancing developmental goals with sustainable environmental practices, particularly in developing countries like Nigeria. This study examines the effects of EIA and environmental management on the economic growth of Nigeria from 1990 to 2023. The study used Autoregressive Distributive Lag (ARDL) technique. The result shows that a long run relationship was observed among the variables, foreign direct investment, trade openness and exchange rate were positive and insignificant in enhancing gross domestic product. While employment rate negatively and insignificantly enhanced gross domestic product growth. The study recommends among other things that government should create enabling business environment by simplifying regulatory procedures, reducing bureaucracy, and enhancing transparency. Government should also diversify export as this will encourage non-oil exports through incentives and support. Develop a comprehensive employment policy and invest in human capital development and Flexible exchange rate regime.
KNJIŽEVNOST KAO IDEOLOGIJA SJEĆANJA – POSTMODERNA KAO IDEOLOGIJA ZABORAVA
Authors: Sabljić-Vujica Jela
Published: December 2024

Suvremenu društvenu (Foucault, Ginzburg, Hobsbawm, Chartier) i književnu (Eagleton, Belsey, Williams, Jameson) teoriju karakterizira radikalan kritički odmak od centralizirajuće pojmovne prakse (kontinuitet književnosti, klasni odnos) i njenog suviše transparentnog razumijevanja ideoloških, povijesnih i umjetničkih činjenica. Ovaj zaokret u teorijskom diskursu nije samo perspektivan, već i predmetan: s obzirom na to da se kontekst moći prestaje očitovati u službenom diskursu, predmet zanimanja postaju oni činovi i iskustva čije značenje nije moguće ugoditi prema obzoru očekivanja dominantne ideološke prakse – u povijesti i komplementarnim društvenim znanostima (sociologija, psihologija, etnologija) naglasak se stavlja na subjektivno iskustvo i otpornost sjećanja, u književnosti i književnim teorijama na dijalektiku teksta i konteksta. U ovom će se radu analizirati odnos ideologije i sjećanja u kontekstu suvremene književnosti i suvremene povijesne i književne teorije.
Ključne riječi: sjećanje, ideologija, subjekt, društvena teorija, književna teorija, književnost