bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Portrayal of Women Empowerment in Pakistani Drama: A Case of Ghisi Piti Mohabbat
Authors: Nasir Noor Ul Ain , Shehzadi Anam , Zia Anjum
Published: February 2024

The research study explores/ analysis the portrayal of women empowerment in Pakistani drama “Ghisi Piti Mohabbat”. The drama is on aired on leading Pakistani drama channel ARY Digital. Furthermore it examines women empowerment under the following categories. The main categories will be Decision Making, Social Mobility, Confident and Financial or Economic Independence. The study analysis the portrayal of women in Pakistani drama by using qualitative method of discourse analysis in order to find out the contextual meaning of dialogues used in drama “Ghisi Piti Mohabbat”.Liberal feminist theory was employed as the theoretical frame work for the study. The finding of the study might suggest that women are shown/ represented in confidence, self-made and strong character, and shown as taking ownership of decision they take on the life. Finding further might suggest that women face many societal pressures throughout their life.
Early Maladaptive Schemas’ Associations with Big-Five Personality Traits in Two Non-Clinical Adult Samples from Different Cultural Backgrounds
Authors: Dirzyte Aiste , Perminas Aidas , Skarnulyte Aiste , Gajdosikiene Indre , Bitinaite Rugile , Patapas Aleksandras
Published: February 2024

Introduction: While personality traits and early maladaptive schemas (EMSs) can affect an individual’s behavior and well-being, the links between these constructs are under-researched, especially in non-clinical samples. Aims: Two studies were conducted to address these links, intending to explore their specifics, as previous research evidenced various associations’ models. Methods: In Study 1, the sample consisted of 120 respondents (65.0% females) living in the UK and the USA. In Study 2, the sample consisted of 244 respondents (68.0% females) living in Lithuania. In both studies, most of the respondents were aged 18-25. The survey was administered online. Studies 1 and 2 applied the Big Five Inventory and Young Schema Questionnaire. Results: In Study 1, neuroticism was significantly positively associated with 17 EMSs. Extraversion stood significantly negatively related to 12 EMSs, conscientiousness was significantly negatively related to 15 EMSs, openmindedness stood significantly negatively related to 2 EMSs, but significantly positively related to admiration, and agreeableness appeared significantly negatively related to 9 EMSs. In Study 2, neuroticism was significantly positively associated with 16 EMSs. Extraversion stood significantly negatively related to 9 EMSs, conscientiousness was significantly negatively related to 12 EMSs, open-mindedness and agreeableness were significantly negatively related to 10 EMSs. Conclusions: Study 2 partly failed to replicate the results of Study 1, which implies that the model of links between EMSs and personality traits could be impacted by cultural factors, and needs further investigation.
Gambaran Risiko Diabetes Melitus Tipe 2 Pada Guru Sekolah Dasar Di Kecamatan Mempawah Timur Kabupaten Mempawah
Authors: Rahmaniah Riska , Pratiwi Sari E , Liana Delima F
Published: February 2024

Latar belakang: Kabupaten Mempawah termasuk dalam wilayah prevalensi tertinggi diabetes melitus di Kalimantan Barat dan guru merupakan satu diantara pekerjaan dengan prevalensi tertinggi kejadian diabetes di Kabupaten Mempawah. Kecamatan Mempawah Timur memiliki Guru sekolah dasar dengan usia diatas 45 tahun sebesar 71%. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui gambaran risiko diabetes melitus tipe 2 pada guru sekolah dasar di Kecamatan Mempawah Timur Kabupaten Mempawah. Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif. Cara pemilihan sampel menggunakan teknik purposive consecutive sampling yang merupakan jenis non-probability sampling. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan kuesioner FINDRISC dibagikan pada guru sekolah dasar di Kecamatan Mempawah Timur sebanyak 69 responden melalui google form. Hasil: Persentase risiko diabetes pada guru sekolah dasar di Kecamatan Mempawah Timur untuk risiko rendah, sedikit meningkat, sedang, tinggi, dan sangat tinggi berturut-turut adalah 29%, 50,7%, 10,1%, 7,2%, dan 3%. Kesimpulan: Gambaran risiko pada guru sekolah dasar di Kecamatan Mempawah Timur Kabupaten Mempawah adalah sedikit meningkat.
The Impact of Environmental Management Strategies on Firm's Performance in Banking Industry: A Case Study of three Selected Banks (United Bank for Africa, Heritage Bank and Lotus Bank)
Authors: Adebisi S. A. , Okonji P. S. , Adeeyo D. A. , Ezebuiro K. N.
Published: February 2024

The objective of this research is to examine the impact of Environmental Management Strategies (EMS) on the performance of Nigerian banks. The study focuses on three key components of EMS, namely green financing initiatives, environmental risk management practises, and sustainable product offers. The study employed purposive sampling to gather data from high-ranking workers of three well-established institutions, namely United Bank for Africa, Heritage Bank, and Lotus Bank. The study collected both quantitative and qualitative data from study participants. The quantitative data was analysed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) within the SMARTPLS3 software. On the other hand, thematic analysis was used to analyse the qualitative data. Finally, the study used triangulation method to draw comprehensive conclusions. The results indicate that the implementation of green financing initiatives and environmental risk management practises have a noteworthy and favourable impact on the overall performance of banks operating in Nigeria. The inclusion of sustainable product offers has been shown to have a notable and favourable effect on performance, underscoring the strategic significance of aligning financial products with sustainability objectives. The aforementioned findings highlight the significant importance of EMS in augmenting financial performance, protecting reputations, and establishing Nigerian banks as frontrunners in the realm of sustainable banking practises. The study recommends that policy makers should develop or revise regulatory frameworks to incentivize banks to integrate effective environmental management strategies into their operations, aligning with international sustainability standards.
Corporate Governance in the South African Public Agencies: Implications for Oversight and Accountability Mechanisms
Authors: Shirley Matsiliza Noluthando
Published: February 2024

Government oversight mechanisms are imperative to sustain state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in an emerging economy like South Africa. This chapter explores corporate governance challenges and opportunities and their implications for oversight mechanisms and accountability in the South African SOEs. Corporate governance (CG) can be understood as the principles, rules, and practices in which the organizational systems are governed while also balancing the interests of the organizations and that of stakeholders such as senior managers, executives, customers, stakeholders, and government. CG can be applied as a management tool that serves interests that are neither purely public nor purely private while ensuring their growth and productivity. Governments devote tremendous attention and interest to enterprise risk management since the global economic collapse (ERM). Even though SOEs adopted CG to safeguard their growth path in performance and productivity, they have been observed as yielding negative productivity that is not cushioning the economy in the right direction, while also eliciting gaps in CG and risk management of SOEs. The contents of this chapter include the conceptual and theoretical approaches to CG and challenges in applying CG in an international, African, and local context. This chapter prioritizes the implications of compliance and oversight in the South-African SOEs.
Advanced Treatment of Refractory Congestive Heart Failure by Peritoneal Ultrafiltration with Icodextrin in Patients without End-Stage Renal Disease
Authors: Vujičić Božidar , Benko Koraljka , Petretić Ana , Nemarnik Nenad , Spicijarić Matko , Markić Dean , Bura Matej , Kadum Fabio , Rački Sanjin , Ružić Alen
Published: February 2024

In patients with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), neurohormonal activation leads to fluid overload that can be treated with high doses of furosemide unless diuretic resistance and hyponatremia develop. End-stage CHF, including patients with normal or slightly deteriorated kidney function, can resist medical treatment. In some cases of refractory CHF, ultrafiltration (UF) is required. To manage a refractory CHF population, extracorporeal UF is commonly used as an emergency treatment, but peritoneal UF should be considered a follow-up therapy option. This method offers potential advantages over extracorporeal therapies, including better preservation of residual renal function, tighter control of sodium balance, less neurohumoral activation, and the possibility of daily treatment in the home environment. Using glucose as an osmotic agent leads to the deterioration of the peritoneal membrane. The UF properties of icodextrin depend on the dwell time, whereby the maximum effect of icodextrin concerning glucose is achieved at a prolonged dwell time. Icodextrin may offer improved peritoneal membrane biocompatibility compared with conventional glucose-based dialysates by decreasing glucose exposure, iso-osmolarity, and reduced carbonyl stress. The proper anesthesia technique and surgical approach for peritoneal dialysis (PD) catheter placement in CHF patients must be based on the patient’s characteristics, available equipment, and surgeon’s experience. An open procedure using a transversus abdominis plane block for PD catheter placement in patients with CHF is strongly recommended.
Review of Sudan’s Sheep Production: Limitations and Prospects
Authors: M.A. Hassan Lubna , A.M. Omer Elhady
Published: February 2024

Sudan is home to a large population of indigenous livestock breeds and represents a major source of meat suppliers to the Arab world. Indigenous sheep are critical for the subsistence, economy, and social well-being of large people in Sudan. They have acquired unique features regarding adaptation to the local environmental conditions. Domestic and wild sheep farming in Sudan is covered in this chapter, with a focus on its production systems, production challenges, and production potential. The results indicated that the majority of livestock species including sheep are produced in Kordofan and Darfur States. Two different production systems are used for producing sheep: The conventional low-input production system in remote areas and the modern or semi-intensive production system close to the major cities. The physical characteristics, tribal ownership, or geographic and ecological distribution are used to classify Sudanese sheep. However, Desert sheep types are the most common native sheep populations in Sudan, and they are a significant source of mutton production for both domestic and export markets. Conventional sheep farming systems typically encounter a number of production issues, such as inadequate feed, the prevalence of diseases, and a lack of transportation networks connecting the production and consuming regions. Additionally, structured breeding programs are not available for rural smallholder sheep farmers. These difficulties are probably going to reduce the sustainable production of sheep, their economic value to the country, and their ability to be used to their maximum potential.
Optimising Operational In Interior Design Business Process AT PT. Kreasindo Blessing House
Authors: Maulana Fakhrian , Okdinawati Liane
Published: February 2024

This study aims to improve and streamline business procedures at PT. Kreasindo Blessing House . The study's history is thoroughly covered throughout the paper, emphasising the topic's importance and how it relates to the business's operations. This study's primary focus is on the problem of project delays, which has been seriously hurting PT. Rumah Kreasindo Berkah's finances. It is a fresh topic of inquiry because the efficiency advances of the interior design industry have yet to be thoroughly studied. Research to date has yet to address this sector's potential for optimisation. A combination of observational methods and interviews with upper management were used in this study. The study includes an analysis of the complete production flow and internal staff members of PT. Kreasindo Blessing House . The study produces new business procedures and well-thought-out solutions to improve productivity and shorten project turnaround times. The results will provide suggestions for increasing productivity and reducing project implementation delays. Each organisation applies efficiency measures differently, and theoretical ideas might not match actual situations. This study emphasises how crucial it is to modify efficiency tactics to fit the particular circumstances of each business, providing insightful information to academics and business professionals.
Investigating The Awareness of Food Safety Among Buyers and Sellers in a Local Market - a Taste of Safety
Authors: Mahmood Shahidul Islam Syed , Laskar Nourjahan , Afrin RPh. Sadia , Ahmed Mahed RPh. Md. Rezwan , Musarrat Zahra , Syrmos Nikolaos
Published: February 2024

This research aims to assess the food safety knowledge among buyers and sellers in the city market, particularly in the post-pandemic context. The study focuses on understanding the extent to which individuals adhere to food safety and hygiene measures. The method used in this research is quantitative and conducted in the Mohammadpur city market, involving 101 buyers and 101 sellers selected for interviews. The research employed a structured questionnaire to gather information on participants' age, gender, level of education, and training on food safety. The results of the study indicate that a total of 202 participants, with an average age of 38.16 years, were involved. Gender distribution shows that the majority of buyers (72%) and sellers (87%) were male. The analysis demonstrates a significant relationship (p<0.001) between the level of education, training on food safety, and overall knowledge of food safety among buyers. This research implies the need for enhanced monitoring and regulation of activities conducted by food vendors to reduce potential risks and the transmission of foodborne illnesses. The implementation of regulations, promotion of hygienic practices, and food safety control measures are crucial steps to achieve this objective. Local authorities, with smooth execution of their duties, play a vital role in ensuring the effectiveness of these measures.
Conceptual Articulation and the Growth of African Languages
Authors: Nnajiofor Osita , Enyimba Maduka ,   DePaul University
Published: February 2024

We argue in this paper that unveiling of concepts is a viable means of promoting the growth of African languages in contemporary African studies. We show that African languages face serious threat of extinction due to neglect from their users and undue influence of colonial languages. We contend that the ratio of indigenous languages used as official languages compared to colonial languages is poor and despicable. The growth of African languages has been stunted due to the multilingual nature of African continent. It has rendered the languages underdeveloped, thereby limiting their propagation and audience. We demonstrate how conversational thinking aids the growth of African languages and philosophy through conceptual articulation. Conversational thinking whose arumaristic approach aims at creating new thoughts and unveiling new concepts offers African philosophers a robust tool for expanding the vocabularies of African indigenous languages by creating concepts from underexplored African traditional wisdom and clichés.
Tinjauan Kehidupan Sosial Ekonomi Petani Salak Di Desa Parsalakan Kecamatan Angkola Barat Kabupaten Tapanuli Selatan
Authors: Amalia Tamima Nadira , Putra Kasea Sinaga Randa
Published: February 2024

Indonesia merupakan negara agraris dengan lahan pertanian yang subur, sehingga sebagian besar penduduk Indonesia bekerja di bidang pertanian. Kesejahteraan masyarakat petani merupakan kondisi yang mencerminkan kondisi kehidupan masyarakat, yang dapat dilihat dari standar kehidupan masyarakat tersebut. Kesejahteraan dapat diartikan sebagai kecukupan untuk memenuhi kebutuhannya sendiri. Kebutuhan yang meningkat dari tahun ketahun membuat masyarakat harus meningkatkan keinginan dalam memenuhi kebutuhan rumah tangga, tidak hanya kebutuhan papan, sandang, dan pangan saja tetapi kebutuhan seperti, pendidikan, kesehatan dan hal – hal yang tak terduga nantinya. Jenis penelitian yang dilakukan adalah penelitian lapangan yang bersifat deskriptif yaitu menggambarkan secara sistematis, faktual dan akurat mengenai fakta- fakta, sifat- sifat serta hubungan antar fenomena yang diteliti. Metode pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini menggunakan metode wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dan pembahasan pada penelitian ini, bahwa tidak semua petani salak yang ada di Desa Parsalakan merasa kekurangan terhadap hasil panennya. Tidak semua petani salak mengolah salaknya apabila salak yang dihasilkan kurang bagus. Petani salak mampu untuk memenuhi kebutuhan dasarnya seperti, kebutuhan spiritual, papan, pangan, sandang dan kesehatan. Selain kebutuhan spiritual petani salak juga mampu memenuhi kebutuhan psikologinya seperti, pendidkian, interaksi dalam keluarga dan interaksi dengan lingkungan tempat tinggalnya. Selain dari hasil panen salak, petani salak juga memiliki pekerjaan sampingan seperti, menanam buah, sayur, dan berjualan manisan salak secara online.
Patients’ knowledge and perceptions of interproximal reduction as part of orthodontic treatment in a publicly-funded orthodontic service in the Republic of Ireland
Authors: Donovan Joey , Millett Declan T , Harding Mairead
Published: February 2024

Introduction

Extractions for orthodontic reasons are on the decline and interproximal reduction (IPR) has become a popular alternative. No survey has been undertaken to identify patients’ perceptions regarding IPR.

Objectives

To determine patients’ knowledge and perceptions of having IPR as part of orthodontic treatment.

Method

A questionnaire was administered to patients receiving orthodontic treatment with IPR in a publicly funded orthodontic service. Information was collected on demographics, knowledge and perceptions of IPR.

Results

Thirty patients completed the questionnaire. Only 17% were aware of IPR before treatment, but all clearly understood its rationale after explanation. Most (93%) “did not mind” IPR being undertaken, 37% considered it “uncomfortable” and 13% “painful”. All perceived IPR as preferable to extraction. Compared to extraction, IPR was most commonly perceived as less painful, faster, and allowing retention of natural teeth. When asked what patients would tell a friend or family member about IPR, a small number would mention advantages over extraction, speed of the procedure and benefits for treatment. Most would provide reassurance as to the lack of pain and discomfort.

Conclusions

Although initially unfamiliar with IPR, patients found it easy to understand on explanation and considered it uncomfortable rather than painful. Minimal negative feedback was received and IPR was perceived as preferable to extraction.
STREAM -didaktik i förskola med litteracitet(er) i fokus – mellan att öppna för det okända och söka efter det kända
Authors: Hansen Helena , Vallberg Roth Ann-Christine
Published: February 2024

The study in this paper aims to contribute knowledge about what characterizes STREAM didaktik in preschool based on a theory-informed teaching arrangement in an ULF[i] network. The study is guided by the question: What can characterize STREAM didaktik in preschool with a focus on literac/y/(ies) in what and who/which questions? Theoretically, the study is connected to three main concepts: STREAM, didaktik and literacy. The material consists of 85 documents, totalling 14, 200 words and 2.5 hours of film focusing on planning and conducting teaching in preschool. The knowledge contribution is: 1) STREAM didaktik with literacy(s) in focus appears as a relation between general didaktik and subject didaktik in preschool, 2) STREAM didaktik with literacy(s) in focus can also be seen as a bridge between opening to the unknown and searching for the known in a movement between planned and spontaneous teaching in preschool, and 3) STREAM didaktik with focus on literacy(s) in what and who/which questions can be tried in terms of STREAM actors.
[i] ULF är en förkortning av Utbildning, Lärande och Forskning (https://www.ulfavtal.se/ ). Länk till vårt ULF-nätverk https://blogg.mau.se/ulf/2021/01/19/nytt-ulf-natverk-pa-malmo-universitet-didaktisk-modellering-i-forskola/#:~:text=I%20det%20nystartade%20ULF%2Dn%C3%A4tverket,%3A%20Lund%2C%20Staffanstorp%20och%20Vellinge
Społeczno-ekonomiczne determinanty aktywności sportowej
Authors: Strawiński Paweł
Published: February 2024

During recent years in European countries, including Poland, increasing involvement in sport and physical activity is observed. The article tackles the problem of identifying the key determinants of participation in sport and physical activity. Using individual data from the Polish research participation in sport and recreation and the household budget surveys the impact of individual social, demographic and economic characteristics are estimated on sports and recreational activity. Characteristics such as age, education as well as a per capita income in the household are key determinants of the participation in sport.
Saidia: The Blue Pearl of the Mediterranean
Authors: Bouali Abdelilah
Published: February 2024

The article has chosen to talk about the city of Saidia, the Blue Pearl of the Mediterranean. Ajroud was the name of this coastal town in eastern Morocco which underwent a modification before its foundation in 1883. The strategic border position of the Kasabah of Saidia gives it a crossroads location that connects the cities of: Oujda - Ahfir - Berkane - Nador. According to the historical thread of this Moroccan region, the Kasabah of Saidia has often aroused the interest of colonial forces, such as Germany in 1870. The foundation of the Kasabah "Saidia" is carried out, following a cooperation between the tribes of the eastern region under the supervision of the governor of Oujda. April 18, 1907, is the date of the French colonial occupation of Saidia, maintaining the position of Caid of Saidia and chief of the tribe of Ouled Mensour, (indigenous people of Saidia), to former rulers in order to secure peace and ward off rebels. Following the unique charm of Saidia beach, the French authorities have programmed several tourist projects for French residents in Morocco. This has led to changes within the space of the Kasabah. Today, the Kasabah forms the center of the city of Saidia. It has benefited from three restorations during the years: 1998 -2004 - 2012. The enhancement of the material heritage of Saidia calls for a concerted approach to local development which includes the following aspects: restoration, culture and living heritage.
Eine Fleissarbeit zur Geschichte der Öffentlichen Bibliotheken in Québec
Authors: Schuldt Karsten
Published: February 2024

von Karsten Schuldt Zu: Séguin, François:  D’obscurantisme et de lumières. La bibliothèque publique au Québec des origines au 21e siècle  . (Histoire et politique. Cahiers du Québec) Montréal: Edition Hurtubise, 2016 Das hier besprochene Buch sieht nach einem arbeitsreichen Kraftakt aus: Auf etwas weniger als 600 Seiten (plus Anhänge) wird die Geschichte der Öffentlichen Bibliotheken in Québec, Kanada, dargestellt.
Braucht es wirklich Richtlinien für Schulbibliotheken?
Authors: Schuldt Karsten
Published: February 2024

von Karsten Schuldt Zu: Schultz-Jones, Barbara A. ; Oberg, Dianne (edit.) /  Global Action on School Library Guidelines  (IFLA Publications, 167). Boston ; Berlin: deGruyter Saur, 2015  Vorneweg: Wissenschaftsverlage sind Publikumsverlage?  Wieso wird ein Buch veröffentlicht?
LIBREAS-Verein unterzeichnet Jussieu Call for Open Science and Bibliodiversity
Authors: Kindling Maxi
Published: February 2024

Der LIBREAS-Verein hat abgestimmt: Nach einem positiven Mitgliedervotum hat der Vorstand des LIBREAS-Vereins den Jussieu Call for Open Science and Bibliodiversity unterzeichnet. Der LIBREAS-Verein unterstützt damit Open Access und Open Science im Sinne der Vereinsziele.
Lob der Bibliothek oder Propaganda für die ALA?
Authors: Schuldt Karsten
Published: February 2024

Karsten Schuldt Zu: Susan Orlean. „  The Library Book  ”. New York et al.: Simon & Schuster, 2018     Was soll man zu diesem Buch sagen? In „The Library Book” erzählt Susan Orlean – eine Journalistin, keine Bibliothekarin – vier Geschichten: Die Geschichte vom Brand in der Zentralbibliothek der Los Angeles Public Library 1986 und von dem jungen Mann, der verdächtigt wurde, dieses Feuer gelegt zu haben.
OA-Takeaways: Ein Blick in die nun Open Access erscheinende Zeitschrift für empirische Kulturwissenschaft
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Wie ich neulich ironischerweise an der Zeitschriftenauslage der Bibliothek der Fachhochschule Potsdam entdecken durfte, hat die im Waxmann-Verlag erscheinende Zeitschrift für empirische Kulturwissenschaft den Schritt Richtung Open Access gewagt. Und diesen ordnet sie in ihrer Ausgabe 1/2 2022 sehr schön mit einem “Forum Open Access” ein.
LIBREAS – Call for Papers: Post-Digital Humanities aus bibliotheks- und informationswissenschaftlicher Sicht
Authors:   LIBREAS
Published: February 2024

 Update:  Aus mehreren Gründen, zu denen in nicht geringem Umfang die Leichtigkeit des Sommers gehört, wird der Call for Papers für die Ausgabe zu den postdigitalen Geisteswissenschaften  bis zum 31. Oktober 2016  verlängert. In dieser Hinsicht unterscheiden wir uns von anderen aktuellen Calls aus dem Digital-Humanities-Umfeld und bleiben uns zugleich treu.
Das Thema Interkulturalität auf dem Bibliothekskongress 2019
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Eine Übersicht von Leslie Kuo (@leslie_kuo) [Anmerkung: Der Beitrag erschien zuerst auf lesliekuo.com.] Bibliothekshunde sind noch ein anderes und durchaus beispielsweise in der Leseförderung äußerst ernsthaftes und sinnvolles Thema.
Ein Beitrag zur Bibliotherapie
Authors: Schuldt Karsten
Published: February 2024

Zu: Laura Freeman (2018).  The Reading Cure: How Books Restored My Appetite  . London: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2018   Von: Karsten Schuldt  Lesen hilft.  Bibliotherapie ist eine Sammelbegriff für verschiedene Formen der Selbsttherapie und der angeleiteten Therapie, bei der Bücher – vor allem literarische Texte und Selbsthilfebücher – genutzt werden. Sie ist erstaunlich erfolgreich.
Ein Seminarskript, ehrlich gesagt
Authors: Schuldt Karsten
Published: February 2024

Zu: Reckling-Freitag, Kathrin /  Bibliothekspädagogische Arbeit: Grundlagen für Mitarbeiterinnen in (Schul-)Bibliotheken  . Schwalbach/Ts. : debus Pädagogik, 2017 von Karsten Schuldt   Das zu besprechende Buch ist kurz, deshalb kann auch die Besprechung kurz sein. Um gleich eine Kritik vorwegzugreifen: Der Titel ist viel zu gross für das, was im Buch eigentlich getan wird.
Die Bibliothek in der Literatur. Heute: In Hanns Cibulkas Swantow.
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Ein Sonntagstext von Ben Kaden (@bkaden) I Im März 1989 schrieb jemand mit dem schönen nordischen Namen Olaf mutmaßlich im Uckermärkischen Templin – es findet sich die Abkürzung Tpl neben dem Datum – die erste Zeile eines der bekanntesten Lieder der DDR-Popmusik in einem schmalen Band aus der Kleinen Edition des Mitteldeutschen Verlags.
Open Access zerstört die Wissenschaft. Meint Urs Heftrich in der FAZ.
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Eine Anmerkung zu: Urs Heftrich:  Studieren geht über kopieren  . In: Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, 05.02.2016, S. 14. online bei faz.net von Ben Kaden (@bkaden) Auch an einem schönen Freitag wie diesem gibt es manchmal traurige Nachrichten.
Jubiläumsausgabe #28: Die Bibliothek als Idee der LIBREAS. Library Ideas erschienen
Authors: Schuldt Karsten
Published: February 2024

Zur Tradition der LIBREAS. Library Ideas gehört, dass am Ende, bei der Veröffentlichung der Zeitschrift, alles noch ein wenig länger dauert als geplant. Insoweit ist es nur passend, dass die Jubiliäumsausgabe zum 10. Jahr LIBREAS erst jetzt, zwischen den Jahren, erscheint. Grundlage der Ausgabe ist das Symposium zu diesem Termin im September 2015 in Berlin zum Schwerpunkt “Die Bibliothek als Idee” stattfand.
Stellungnahme des Vorstands des LIBREAS e.V. zur angekündigten Schließung der Düsseldorfer Informationswissenschaft.
Authors:   LIBREAS
Published: February 2024

Mit großem Erstaunen musste der Vorstand des LIBREAS-Vereins zur Kenntnis nehmen, dass die Philosophische Fakultät der Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf das Fach und den Studiengang der Informationswissenschaft als entbehrlich ansieht. (vgl. hier) Wir halten diese Sicht für einen großen Fehler.
Wissenschaftskommunikation auf Gut Siggen. Und zehn Thesen als Ergebnis
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Ein Kurzbericht von Ben Kaden (@bkaden). Zwölf Ansichten (zu Digitalisierung und Wissenschaft): Ein Teil der Diskursgruppe auf Gut Siggen. Den Berliner erinnert Ostholstein ohne große Umschweife irgendwie an Ostbrandenburg, allerdings immer mit einem erheblichen Unterschied im Detail. Der Bahnhof in Oldenburg wirkt wie so viele Provinzbahnhöfe mehr aufgelassen als betrieben.
Neu und Open Access. Patricia A. Gwozdz: Ecce figura (Berlin/Boston: De Gruyter 2023)
Authors: Zeltner Anja
Published: February 2024

Was haben Jesus, Sokrates und die Mensch-Maschine gemeinsam?
OA Takeaways: Entwicklungslinien für ein Open Access Monitorung. Ein Blick in die Niederlande.
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Unlängst erschien der Open-Access-Monitoring-Bericht 2022 der niederländischen Wissenschaftsorganisationen und Forschungsförderer  Nederlandse Organisatie voor Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek  (NWO) und  ZorgOnderzoek Nederland  (ZonMW), der für die insgesamt 5.763 in geförderten Projekten entstandenen vorwiegend Zeitschriftenpublikationen eine Open-Access-Quote von 93 % feststellt.
Zusammenfassung und Folien zur Schulung „PIDs und ihre Anwendung“ vom 08. Mai 2023
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Heute (08. Mai 2023) fand die mit mehr als 70 Teilnehmenden vermutlich bisher bestbesuchte Schulung der Vernetzungs- und Kompetenzstelle statt. Das Thema waren sogenannte Persistente Identifikatoren (PID), von denen der  Digital Object Identifier  (DOI) die bekannteste Variante sein dürfte. Allen Arten von PID ist gemeinsam, dass sie ein digitales Objekt bzw. eine Entität mit einer eindeutigen Benennung codieren.
Neu erschienen: Ein Aufsatz mit Einblicken und Lessons Learned zur Arbeit der Vernetzungs- und Kompetenzstelle
Authors: Kaden Ben
Published: February 2024

Diese Woche erschien in der Zeitschrift BIBLIOTHEK FORSCHUNG UND PRAXIS ein Aufsatz über die Idee, die Aufgaben und die Aktivitäten der Vernetzungs- und Kompetenzstelle im Anschluss an die Brandenburger Open-Access-Strategie. Im Abstract heißt es: Die drei  Lessons Learned  sind demzufolge: strategische Entwicklungsziele für eine Open-Access-Transformation müssen in konkret realisierbare praktische Maßnahmen übersetzt werden,
Generation X, Y and Z: Impact of internal communication on employee satisfaction and commitment
Authors: Đurović Mihajlo , Dramićanin Sandra , Milenković Dragana
Published: February 2024

This study aimed to analyze the effect of internal communication on employee job satisfaction and commitment depending on the generation to which an employee belongs. Nowadays, when organizations function with multigenerational employees, all employees must communicate and cooperate in a certain way, to achieve set goals and overall benefits. There is no universal path to success or a way for multigenerational human resources to function perfectly, but preferences in the way of internal communication that satisfies a certain generation and their mutual alignment can help overcome common challenges that occur in the work environment, and employees are dedicated to the daily performance of their activities. Organizations with dedicated employees have higher revenues and productivity; therefore, it is necessary to consider the importance of internal communication for employee commitment. The results show that internal communication has a positive effect on employee job satisfaction and commitment. The most significant positive correlation between internal communication and employee job satisfaction was observed in Generation Z, whereas the most significant positive correlation between internal communication and employee commitment was observed in Generation X. The results of this study can serve to fill the gap in research on the impact of internal communication on satisfaction and commitment according to the generation to which employees belong.
Is there a relationship between debt and profitability? Evidence from dairy industry in Serbia
Authors: Milošev Ivana
Published: February 2024

This paper analyzes if there is a relationship between debt and profitability in the dairy sector in Serbia. The research analyzed the period from 2017 to 2021, on a sample of all 16 large and medium dairy companies. Large and medium companies cover around 90% of total dairy production in Serbia. The Generalized Method of Moments (G.M.M.) is used to analyze the effect of debt indicator DR on the profitability ROA. Analyzed is if there is a linear relationship between two indicators and then a nonlinear one. Results showed that there is a linear and negative impact of debt indicators on the profitability of the observed dairy firms. Results showed that the nonlinear relationship is not statistically significant. Both models show the positive impact of company size and growth potential on profitability, while tangibility and inflation do not have a significant impact.
The influence of marketing communication on perception and decision-making process of service users
Authors: Janjić Ljubica , Dašić Toma
Published: February 2024

The paper presents an analysis of the impact of marketing communication tools on the attitudes of service users, with a special emphasis on users of services provided by higher education institutions (HEIs). It first present the theoretical assumptions of the marketing concept and its application in HEIs, while the empirical part presents an analysis of the representation and adequacy of the various marketing communication instruments application at the Higher Business School of Vocational Studies in Leskovac. With different combinations of marketing communication instruments, comparative advantages in the education market can be achieved. The paper analyzes the results of the survey, which examines how and to what extent certain marketing communication instruments influence the attitudes of students of the HEI. The contribution of this research is reflected in the possibility of a better understanding the complexity of the issues related to the application of marketing communications in HE.
Management of external component of the public debt of the Western Balkan countries
Authors: Despotović Danijela , Milićević Srđan , Cvetanović Slobodan , Nedic Vladimir
Published: February 2024

The paper examines the external position of the countries of the Western Balkans using the movement of external liquidity indicators (Debt service/Export good and services and Debt service/gross national product (GNI)) and external solvency indicators (External debt/GNI and External debt/Export good and services) ) in the period 1999-2021. according to the criteria of the World Bank. In order to assess the external position of these countries, the level of the calculated external liquidity and external solvency indicators is compared with the identical indicators of Bulgaria, also a Balkan country but a member of the European Union since 2007. The paper noted a certain improvement in the external liquidity and external solvency of the countries of the Western Balkans, from 2010 to 2021, except for Montenegro, where in recent years there has been a multiple increase in the Eternal debt / GDP indicator. Also, based on the observed indicators, it was concluded from the perspective of the limits of external liquidity and external solvency determined by the World Bank that the Western Balkan countries are not threatened by the possibility of external illiquidity and external insolvency, except in Montenegro.
Knowledge manipulation through translation between Arabic and English
Authors: Faiq Said
Published: February 2024

Translation involves the process of transferring texts to target audiences who possess an established system of representation (master discourse) that has its own set of norms for producing and consuming knowledge concerning the self, others, objects, and events. Influenced by its own culture, this master discourse governs matters related to identity, similarities, and differences between the source and target texts and associated cultures. While it is theoretically assumed that intercultural encounters through translation should celebrate diversity and differences, practices indicate otherwise: mon-isms have dominated over intended multi-isms. Focusing primarily on the translation of texts from Arabic into English, this article explores how the master discourse regulates translation, shaping the way knowledge is manipulated, and influencing the translation process, its product, and ultimately its reception.
PERAMALAN DOUBLE MOVING AVERAGE DAN DOUBLE EXPONENTIAL SMOOTHING JUMLAH PENUMPANG DI STASIUN KOTABARU MALANG
Authors: Sari Zahrah Ambar , Andarwati Mardiana
Published: February 2024

Peramalan sangat penting menggunakan data historis untuk memprediksi hasil di masa depan. Penelitian ini berfokus pada transportasi umum, sebuah layanan yang dirancang untuk mengangkut orang atau barang antar tempat dengan jadwal dan rute yang telah ditentukan. Studi ini secara khusus berusaha meramalkan jumlah penumpang kereta api bulanan di Stasiun Kotabaru, Malang. Penelitian ini mengevaluasi keakuratan prediksi dengan melakukan analisis kesalahan dengan menggunakan Error Rata-rata Square (MSE) dan Error Rata-rata Persentase (MAPE). Hasil penelitian ini dapat memprediksi jumlah penumpang kereta api di Stasiun Kotabaru Malang dengan perhitungan Double Moving Average karena telah terbukti lebih efektif daripada perhitungan Double Exponential Smoothing.berdasarkan perhitungan uji Mean Square Error dan Mean Absolute Percentage Error. Dengan MSE 832672151, nilai error yang lebih rendah diperoleh dengqn nilai MAPE terendah sebesar 13%, dan hasil peramalan sebesar 177565.
Selection of Robot for Contour Crafting Using Analytical Hierarchy Process
Authors: Shanmugasundaram Senthilraja , Muthaiah Raja
Published: February 2024

The use of robotic equipment and a new technique called contour crafting allows for the construction of buildings at lower labor and material costs. The selection of the type of robot is an important factor that affects the overall performance of the contour crafting (CC) system. Various robot configurations, such as gantry, cylindrical, and SCARA, may be employed for contour crafting. There are benefits and drawbacks to using different types of robots for various tasks, including cost, work volume, material compatibility, and precision. Identifying a proper robot using the multi-criterion decision-making (MCDM) technique is crucial for successful building automation. This article uses the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) method to rank the best robots according to several characteristics. Cartesian robots, cylindrical robots, and SCARA robots were evaluated based on cost, accuracy, work volume, surface finish, type of profile, and speed. The results showed that the gantry-type robot is the most suitable option, while the cylindrical robot is unsuitable for building construction due to lower accuracy.
Presence of MNPs in Water Environment-pathways of Degradation and Impact on Organisms
Authors: Zając Marcin , Kotyńska Joanna , Naumowicz Monika
Published: February 2024

In recent years, micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs) in the natural environment have become a severe issue. Therefore, it seems significant to be knowledgeable on the topic. The purpose of the literature review presented here is to describe the general characteristics of plastic particles, their main sources, degradation mechanisms, and the impact of plastic particles on individual systems of the human body. The usefulness and scale of distribution of plastics worldwide is shown, considering the increase in their production in recent years. Up-to-date literature indicates that they may influence the development of cancer, e.g. stomach, liver, or colon cancer. Scientists associate microplastics with the development of cardiovascular and immunological diseases. They also draw attention to the temporal correlation between the increased incidence of the above-civilization diseases and the increased environmental contamination with microplastics in recent decades.
Impact of Gas Pressure on the Adhesion Process of Cold-sprayed Titanium Dioxide layers on Unalloyed Metals
Authors: irinah Omar Noor , Yusuf Yusliza , Ismail Syahriza , Mustafa Zaleha , Akmar Ilyani , Abdul Rahim Toibah
Published: February 2024

Applying ceramic materials like TiO2 through cold spraying is acknowledged as a complex procedure. The intricacy stems from the need for feedstock particles to undergo plastic deformation to bond with the substrate during cold spraying. However, inducing such deformation in ceramics, known for their hardness and brittleness, is not straightforward. Additionally, the underlying bonding mechanism is not fully clear. This study sought to understand the effects of different substrates and gas pressures on the TiO2 application method. We experimented with TiO2 particles and metals such as copper and aluminum, exposing them to varied gas pressures to delve deeper into the dynamics of cold spraying ceramics onto metallic surfaces. We utilized sophisticated instruments like the focused ion beam and the transmission electron microscope to scrutinize the interfacial structures of TiO2 particles with pure copper (C1020) as well as pure aluminum (AA1050). The data revealed that as we adjusted the gas pressure from 0.7 to 3.0 MPa, there was a corresponding increase in the coating\'s bond strength, registering between 1.52 to 3.46 MPa for C1020 and 0.45 to 4.15 MPa for AA1050. An ultra-thin amorphous oxide layer, under 5 nm in thickness, was detected at the juncture of TiO2 with both metals. The shift in process gas pressure emerged as a pivotal element affecting the bond strength of the TiO2 layer.
Analyzing the effects of multiple adhesives on elastic collisions and energy loss in a Newton’s Cradle
Authors: Isham David
Published: February 2024

The energy conservation in a system of objects in collision depends on the elasticity of the objects and environmental factors such as air resistance. One system that relies heavily on elasticity is the Newton’s Cradle. The elasticity of the spheres is what allows prolonged movement, but these spheres also excessively collide, causing more energy to be lost. Were an adhesive to be added to these spheres, then the elasticity would decrease, and so too would the chaotic movements that cause loss of energy. We aimed to determine the extent to which these adhesives serve to mitigate or worsen the chaotic movements and elastic collisions. Knowing the extent to which adhesives may mitigate radical interactions could allow for the building of more efficient procedures reliant upon elastic collisions, such as an elastic and inelastic collision apparatuses. We hypothesized that for all tested types/levels of adhesives, the final sphere would travel a shorter distance than the control. We also hypothesized that the rate at which the distance traveled decreased would increase as more adhesives were added. Although the maximum distance reached for all trials with adhesives was less than the control, each adhesive type varied in its effect on how the maximum distance reached changed. Results also varied pertaining to the correlation between the layers of adhesives and decreased rate of swings. Our findings display complex effects of multiple adhesives on elasticity and confounding movements within a system that relies heavily upon these characteristics to perpetuate motion in the system.
The Guide to Self-Studying a Foreign Language
Authors: Žarković Jelena
Published: February 2024

Learning languages is more popular and important than ever before. In modern society almost every person faces challenges of learning new language because of career, education or social contacts. In this regard, the article gives advices for learning languages and emphasizes importance of its role in terms of global issues.
Pengaruh Profitabilitas, Komite Audit Dan Ukuran Perusahan Terhadap Ketepatan Waktu Pelaporan Keuangan
Authors: Annisa Annisa , Fathiah Fathiah , Jusmaya Ance
Published: February 2024

Study This aim for find proof empirical about influencing factors accuracy timereporting finance company registered banking _ on the Indonesian Stock Exchange, the factors tested in study This that is profitability, Audit Committee, and Company Size. Sample from study This using 60 registered banking companies on the Indonesian Stock Exchange period 2020-2022 taken _ with use purposive sampling method. Method analysis of the data used is analysis quantitative, i.e test assumption consisting of classics from test normality, test multicollinearity and test heteroscedasticity, analysis multiple linear regression, test consisting hypothesis _ from t test, f test as well R2 test. Results study identify that profitability and influential audit committee on precision time reporting finance companym whereas size company No influential on accuracy time reporting finance company registered banking _ on the Stock Exchange Indonesian, On The Ftestisk nown that profitability, audit committe eand size company influential in a way together to accuracy time reporting finance.
Analisis Pengaruh Tingkat Suku Bunga Dan Pendapatan Terhadap Penyaluran Kredit Pada Pt Bank Pengkreditan Rakyat Piala Makmur
Authors: Oktaviani Asih , Gery Mexano Hans , Agusman Agusman
Published: February 2024

The interest rate is the amount of interest determined by the bank for credit loans to customers. The bank's main income comes from the credit distribution process which is inseparable from the risk of increasing the interest rate set. Therefore, to increase interest rates on lending, banks will use various methods, because changes in interest rates will affect the amount of credit disbursed and will also affect income. This research aims to determine the influence of interest rates and income on the amount of credit disbursement partially on the amount of credit disbursement at PT BPR Piala Makmur Sungai Geringging for the 2017-2021 period. The independent variables used in this research are interest rates and income, while the dependent variable is the amount of credit disbursement. The population used in this research is the annual financial reports for the 2017-2021 period, with a sampling technique using the saturated sampling method (Census). The data analysis technique used is quantitative descriptive analysis and multiple regression analysis then hypothesis testing using SPSS 25. The research results show that partially the interest rate (X1) has a significant negative effect on the amount of credit disbursement, Income (X2) has no effect and is not significant on the amount credit distribution. And for simultaneous influence, interest rates and income have a simultaneous (together) influence on credit distribution. From the regression results, the R-Square (R2) value is 0.688. This means that the independent variable is able to explain 68.8% of the dependent variable while the remaining 31.2% is explained by other variables.