bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Hacia la economía circular: un análisis del sector de empresas sostenibles en Honduras
Authors: Acosta-Tzin José Valdo , Raudales-García Elí Vicente , Aguilar-Hernández Pablo Alcides , Andino-González Eddy Patricia
Published: December 2023

Introducción. La economía sostenible equilibra el crecimiento económico con la preservación ambiental, respondiendo a la creciente conciencia social. Esto impulsa a las organizaciones a desarrollar modelos e infraestructura de calidad orientadas a temas de ética, responsabilidad social empresarial (RSE), Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS), ambiental, social y gobernanza (ESG), iniciativa de informe global (GRI) y acciones que contribuyen a reducir el cambio climático. El objetivo del estudio fue analizar el sector de economía sostenible de seis empresas de diferentes rubros en Honduras. Métodos. El enfoque de la investigación fue mixto con un alcance descriptivo que analizó el universo de seis memorias sostenibles de empresas de diferentes rubros del sector de economía sostenible en Honduras que utiliza la métrica de Fundación Hondureña de Responsabilidad Social Empresarial (FUNDAHRSE). El estudio se desarrolló en las siguientes fases: fase de diagnóstico, fase de análisis estadístico, fase de discusión y conclusiones. Resultados. Las empresas del sector de economía sostenible tuvieron tendencia hacia acción por el clima, gestión por el agua, producción, consumo responsable y economía circular. Conclusión. Bajo un enfoque de economía sostenible y circular, se busca aprovechar los recursos de manera eficiente y regenerativa, reduciendo al mínimo el desperdicio y la contaminación. Esta visión coincidió con las iniciativas de sostenibilidad que se observaron en las empresas hondureñas estudiadas.
Retos y deudas respecto a las políticas de género en Honduras
Authors: Erazo Dineyla , Romero Ana C.
Published: December 2023

En 2022, por primera vez en la historia del país, toma posesión de la Presidencia de la República de Honduras una mujer, quien denominó “Nada sobre nosotras, sin nosotras” al quinto inciso de su Plan de Gobierno donde a través de nueve propuestas se buscaría dar respuesta y abordaje a la situación actual de las políticas de género; no obstante, para finales de 2023 la mayoría de los manifiestos aún se encuentran sin iniciar. Si bien en los últimos años, se ha visto un progreso en este tema, aún hay un largo camino que recorrer para implementar políticas que buscan reducir los problemas relacionados al género y cumplir con la deuda pendiente.
La cooperación internacional para el desarrollo de España y Japón durante la emergencia sanitaria de la pandemia del SARS-COV-2
Authors: Uscanga Prieto Carlos
Published: December 2023

El análisis del papel de los donadores tradicionales y emergentes durante la pandemia del COVID 19, permite valorar las acciones implementadas durante los años más críticos de los contagios masivos del SARS CoV2, además de sus efectos sociales y económicos. En ese sentido, este artículo busca explorar, bajo un enfoque analítico-descriptivo, las experiencias de España y Japón, como actores de la Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo, frente a esa emergencia sanitaria a nivel global. Bajo esa óptica, se procede a identificar algunas de las iniciativas de ayuda humanitaria y de otras modalidades de cooperación implementadas a nivel regional y bilateral que permiten explicar las convergencias de ambos actores en su contribución para reaccionar ante la pandemia de acuerdo con las prioridades y principios de sus estrategias internacionales.
Colaboração da formação continuada para professores do ensino regular
Authors: Evangelista Aparecida Garcia Froez , De Farias Wanderson Santos
Published: December 2023

O trabalho apresenta aspecto relevantes ao desenvolvimento profissional dos docentes e tem como objetivo analisar a colaboração da formação continuada para professores do ensino regular, para o exercício da prática pedagógica e conferir a pesquisa e a formação continuada do docente. A pesquisa é do tipo revisão integrativa. A operacionalização desta pesquisa iniciou-se com uma consulta aos Descritores em Educação por meio do Institute of Education Sciencs (ERIC); e da Biblioteca Digital de Teses Digitalis (BDTD), pelo Portal de Livros Abertos da USP e pelo Google Acadêmico Foram, portanto, utilizados os descritores controlados, em português: Educação and Formação and Ciências da Educação and Metodologia. Definiram-se os seguintes critérios de inclusão: artigos publicados na íntegra, disponíveis eletronicamente, em   português, espanhol e inglês, cujos resultados contemplassem aspectos relacionados educação e metodologia do ensino. Fica atribuído que a formação continuada é um dos pré-requisitos básicos para garantir o conhecimento para os alunos e mudanças sistemáticas pedagógicas para os docentes.
Status of subclinical mastitis in lactating cows of selected dairy farms in Bangladesh and farmers’ understanding of mastitis
Authors: Dey Amit Kumar , Dhali Chaiti , Das Sompa , Chowdhury Sukanta
Published: December 2023

Background: Subclinical mastitis, a disease that is economically important to dairy cows, affects milk production. Management of udder health is an essential element in the process of safe milk production. Consumption of milk with a high somatic cell count (SCC) may also pose a health risk to humans. Objectives. We aimed to evaluate the SCC method for the detection of SCM in dairy cows and to assess farmers’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards mastitis detection and control. Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted to evaluate the current status of subclinical mastitis (SCM) in lactating dairy cows. The research work was also designed to assess farmers’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices about bovine mastitis. A total of 320 milk samples from 80 lactating cows were collected for physical examination and tested for subclinical mastitis using SCC. Results. Out of 80 lactating cows examined, 53 (66%, 95% CI: 55-76%) cows were diagnosed with subclinical mastitis. The average cow level SCC per ml of milk was 503101. According to the farmers’ self-report, 100% of farms practiced hand milking and 100% of milkmen washed their hands before milking. The majority of farms (90%) had brick floors. Most of the farmers (70%) knew about screening for subclinical mastitis. However, they never performed screening to detect subclinical mastitis. Conclusion. The high prevalence of SCM in dairy raised significant concerns about farm management, personal hygiene and biosecurity practices. Further study is needed to identify the etiologies of SCM and its associated risk factors.
Pre-autism: What a paediatrician should know about early diagnosis of autism‎
Authors: Al-Beltagi Mohammed
Published: December 2023

Autism, also known as an autism spectrum disorder, is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder usually diagnosed in the first three years of a child's life. A range of symptoms characterizes it and can be diagnosed at any age, including adolescence and adulthood. However, early diagnosis is crucial for effective management, prognosis, and care. Unfortunately, there are no established fetal, prenatal, or newborn screening programs for autism, making early detection difficult. This review aims to shed light on the early detection of autism prenatally, natally, and early in life, during a stage we call as “pre-autism” when typical symptoms are not yet apparent. Some fetal, neonatal, and infant biomarkers may predict an increased risk of autism in the coming baby. By developing a biomarker array, we can create an objective diagnostic tool to diagnose and rank the severity of autism for each patient. These biomarkers could be genetic, immunological, hormonal, metabolic, amino acids, acute phase reactants, neonatal brainstem function biophysical activity, behavioral profile, body measurements, or radiological markers. However, every biomarker has its accuracy and limitations. Several factors can make early detection of autism a real challenge. To improve early detection, we need to overcome various challenges, such as raising community awareness of early signs of autism, improving access to diagnostic tools, reducing the stigma attached to the diagnosis of autism, and addressing various culturally sensitive concepts related to the disorder.
Renal calcification in children with renal tubular acidosis: What a paediatrician ‎should ‎know‎
Authors: Al-Beltagi Mohammed , Saeed Nermin Kamal , Bediwy Adel Salah , Elbeltagi Reem , Hasan Samir , Hamza Mohamed Basiony
Published: December 2023

Renal tubular acidosis (RTA) can lead to renal calcification in children, which can cause various complications and impair renal function. This review provides pediatricians with a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between RTA and renal calcification, highlighting essential aspects for clinical management. The article analyzed relevant studies to explore the prevalence, risk factors, underlying mechanisms, and clinical implications of renal calcification in children with RTA. Results show that distal RTA (type 1) is particularly associated with nephrocalcinosis, which presents a higher risk of renal calcification. However, there are limitations to the existing literature, including a small number of studies, heterogeneity in methodologies, and potential publication bias. Longitudinal data and control groups are also lacking, which limits our understanding of long-term outcomes and optimal management strategies for children with RTA and renal calcification. Pediatricians play a crucial role in the early diagnosis and management of RTA to mitigate the risk of renal calcification and associated complications. In addition, alkaline therapy remains a cornerstone in the treatment of RTA, aimed at correcting the acid-base imbalance and reducing the formation of kidney stones. Therefore, early diagnosis and appropriate therapeutic interventions are paramount in preventing and managing renal calcification to preserve renal function and improve long-term outcomes for affected children. Further research with larger sample sizes and rigorous methodologies is needed to optimize the clinical approach to renal calcification in the context of RTA in the pediatric population.
Comparison of Intracoronary Tirofiban And Intravenous Tirofiban for Major Adverse Cardiac Events and Cerebrovascular Accident
Authors: Bukhari Syed Husnain Raza , Rana Muhammad Anjum , Mirza Muhammad Shahjehan , Kazmi Muhammad Nouman , Ur Rehman Zia , Sulah Ud Din Junaid
Published: December 2023

Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events  (MACE) and  and Cerebrovascular Accidents (CVA) have become  primary areas of interest due to the ongoing focal research in cardiovascular  diseases. Objective: To assess the frequency of major adverse cardiac events and cerebrovascular accidents for intracoronary tirofiban and intravenous tirofiban. Methods: It was a comparative study conducted at the Punjab Institute of Cardiology, Lahore from March 2019 to March 2020. A total of 250 patients of both genders, aged between 20 to 65 years were enrolled in this study who had STEMI and have high thrombus burden or TIMI flow grade < 3 during primary PCI. They were divided into two groups namely intracoronary tirofiban group and intravenous tirofiban. The impact of intracoronary tirofiban versus intravenous tirofiban outcomes were assessed. Results: Statistically insignificant difference in MACE (myocardial infarction, cerebrovascular accident & revascularization) between intracoronary & intravenous tirofiban groups was noted. The frequency distribution for cerebrovascular accidents (CVA) showed that haemorrhage was found similar in both groups. Ischemic stroke, in patients of the intracoronary tirofiban group compared with intravenous tirofiban group, was 1 (0.8%) vs 3 (2.4%) with p-value 0.348 respectively. Reversible ischemic neurological deficit (RIND) was found in 3 (2.4%) in the intracoronary and 4 (3.2%) in the intravenous group. Transient ischemic attack (TIA) found in the intracoronary was 8(6.4%) whereas in the intravenous group was 9 (7.2%). Conclusions: The results of our study make us conclude that tirofiban when given intracoronary or intravenous does not show any significant difference for major adverse cardiac events and cerebrovascular accidents.
ARIMA-GARCH Model Price Forecasting in PT. Unilever Indonesia Tbk
Authors: Pramesti Amanda Defita , Sulistijanti Wellie
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this research is to predict the closing stock price of PT. Unilever Indonesia Tbk using the ARIMA-GARCH method. The data used in this study covers the period from February 20, 2020, to February 17, 2023, consisting of 734 daily observations. The data processing is performed using E-Views software. The closing stock price data of PT. Unilever Indonesia Tbk is non-stationary, thus requiring natural logarithm transformation and differencing. This is followed by model identification, parameter estimation, and diagnostic checking. The best-selected ARIMA model is ARIMA ([3,9],1,0), which accounts for the presence of heteroscedasticity. Subsequently, the GARCH method is applied, including model identification, parameter estimation, and diagnostic checking. The best GARCH model is GARCH (1,1), with the mean equation  = 0,000047 + 0,230821  + 0,681968σ , which is free from heteroscedasticity effect. The forecast using the ARIMA ([3,9],1,0) GARCH (1,1) model yields a Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE) of 2.423%, indicating a close approximation to the actual data. From the results of this research, the best model for forecasting PT. Unilever Indonesia Tbk for the next period was obtained. Therefore, the findings can assist PT. Unilever Indonesia Tbk and prospective investors in making decisions regarding the sale and purchase of shares in PT. Unilever Indonesia Tbk.
Modèle thermochimique bidimensionnel de pyrolyse de la biomasse
Authors: Vîjeu Rãzvan , Gerun Luc , Bellettre Jérôme , Tazerout Mohand , Younsi Zohir , Castelain Cathy
Published: December 2023

La pyrolyse de la biomasse est étudiée. Un modèle thermochimique bidimensionnel basé sur une méthode nodale a été créé. Il intègre un mécanisme de transfert de chaleur et d’écoulement diphasiquc. La décomposition du bois s’effectue selon trois réactions concurrentes, produisant coke, gaz et goudrons. Ces derniers subissent également des réactions secondaires. Des essais sur une unité de pyrolyse ont permis de caractériser le comportement de la sciure de chêne durant le process. Les champs de température dans le lit de biomasse ont ainsi pu être obtenu en régime transitoire. Les résultats expérimentaux et numériques coïncident de manière satisfaisante.
New method of current control for LCL-interfaced grid-connected three phase voltage source inverter
Authors: Hamrouni Nejib , Jraidi Moncef , Chérif Adnane
Published: December 2023

This paper presents an approach for the connection of a photovoltaic generator to the utility grid. A theoretical analysis, modelling, controlling and a simulation of a grid connected photovoltaic system using an output LCL filter are described in detail. In order to reduce the complexity of the system, a linear voltage and current controllers have been developed for a three phase grid connected inverter. Those controllers simultaneously regulate the dc link voltage (the photovoltaic power is delivered to the grid) and the current injected to the grid (to operate at unity power factor). The simulation results show the proposed methods work properly. Moreover they show that the control performance and dynamic behaviour of the inverter-LCL-grid combination. Simulation results show that the output LCL filter installed at the inverter output offer high harmonic attenuation.
Etude et analyse des données du vent en vue de dimensionner un système de production d’énergie éolienne Cas d’un site au nord du Maroc
Authors: Faida Hassan , Saadi Janah , Khaider Mohammed , El Alami Semma , Monkade Mohamed
Published: December 2023

Ce travail de recherche consiste à l’étude d’une phase au préalable, permettant d’apporter une aide efficace, à tous ceux qui ont à prendre des décisions concernant la planification et la réalisation de projets à Energie éolienne. Dans cette perspective, nous avons commencé par la détermination des différents paramètres liés au vent, tel que la modélisation mathématique de la distribution des fréquences du vent: distribution de Weibull, puis le traitement et la simulation des données réelles relatives au vent collectées pendant douze mois, afin de dimensionner un parc éolien sur un site au Maroc. On a évalué son potentiel éolien, sa prédiction de l’énergie électrique produite dans le site en question, tout en se basant sur un choix judicieux d’aérogénérateurs, la détermination automatique de la direction des éoliennes dans le site ainsi que l’analyse de la turbulence du vent.
Calcul de la durée optimale d’activité d’un module photovoltaïque en fonction de l’endroit
Authors: Rezoug Mohamed Redha , Zaatri Abdelouahab
Published: December 2023

Dans les études théoriques réalisées dans l’optique de perfectionnement des systèmes d’orientation et de conversion destinés à optimiser le rendement d’un système photovoltaïque, les facteurs influençant significativement sur le rendement et pris en compte ne sont pas totalement suffisants pour aboutir à l’optimum souhaité, cela est dû à l’omission quasi-totale d’un facteur primordial qui est bien l’intervalle du temps d’activité du module, c’est sur l’influence de ce paramètre que portera l’étude dans cet article. L’analyse du lieu et de la durée d’ensoleillement pour une installation photovoltaïque prennent la priorité avant toute étude d’optimisation. Les calculs sont faits sur une année pour estimer le gain énergétique du à la prise en compte de ce paramètre, un gain variable entre 0 et 4.5 % selon la période de l’année, confirmant en conséquence l’importance de cette étude.
Simulation numérique en régime turbulent de l’influence du débit et du champ thermique dans un cyclone
Authors: Talbi Kamel , Zeghbid Ilhem , Donnot André , Nemouchi Zoubir
Published: December 2023

Les cyclones représentent des dispositifs très utilisés pour la séparation gazaérosols dans l’industrie. L’étude approfondie de l’écoulement turbulent tridimensionnel dans un cyclone est très complexe et demande des codes de calculs puissants. Nous proposons ici la simulation numérique d’un écoulement turbulent aérodynamique à travers un cyclone au moyen d’un code Fluent. Cette étude traite l’effet de la température et la vitesse d’entrée sur l’écoulement turbulent d’air dans un cyclone. Ceci est obtenu en appliquant deux modèles de turbulence qui sont, le modèle RNG k - et le modèle RSM (Reynolds Stress Model). Une comparaison des champs thermique et de vitesse moyenne des différents modèles de turbulence a été effectuée. L’attitude tridimensionnelle de l’écoulement a été confirmée. Il est à souligner aussi que la chute de pression augmente avec l’augmentation de la vitesse d’entrée et diminue avec l’augmentation de la température. Il est à signaler que le modèle des contraintes de Reynolds capte mieux les phénomènes dans un écoulement tourbillonnaire intense en présence des parois.
Cinétiques de biodégradation du phénol par des bactéries autochtones librement suspendus dans un réacteur batch
Authors: Amrouche Fethia , Namane Abdelkader , Hellal Amina
Published: December 2023

Dans cet article, la biodégradation du phénol dans un réacteur batch par des bactéries autochtones, bacilles à Gram négatif et aérobies strictes, isolées à partir des eaux résiduaires usées de l’oued El Harrach, Alger, a été étudiée. L’effet de l’adaptation préalable des cellules au phénol, ainsi que l’influence de la concentration initiale sur la cinétique de biodégradation ont été déterminées. Les cellules adaptées préalablement au phénol avant la mise en culture, ont montré une meilleure disposition à le biodégrader, ainsi qu’un meilleur taux de croissance bactérien qui a atteint 0,10 h-1 pour une concentration initiale en phénol de 100 mg/l. L’inhibition des cellules par le phénol a été observée pour une concentration de 100 mg/l. Ce travail a montré que cette souche bactérienne autochtone en culture libre a une très grande aptitude à biodégrader le phénol dans un réacteur batch.
Etude comparative relative à l’efficacité énergétique de deux appartements situés à Béchar, Algérie
Authors: Benoudjafer Ibtissame , Ghomari Fouad , Mokhtari Abderrahmane
Published: December 2023

Le but de cet article, est l’étude comparative relative à l’efficacité énergétique de deux appartements résidentiels qui sont situés dans la ville de Béchar (Algérie). A ce propos, des simulations ont été effectuées à l’aide du logiciel de simulation du comportement thermique en régime dynamique ‘TRNSYS 16’ avec le modèle numérique type 56. Ce projet vise l’introduction des matériaux de construction isolants, afin d’améliorer le confort thermique et de réduire l’énergie consommée. Diverses variantes ont été proposées, qui permettent de faire un choix pertinent assurant un meilleur confort thermique tout en étant très peu énergivore.
Performance evaluation of a GaSb thermophotovoltaic converter
Authors: Bouzid Fayçal , Dehimi Lakhdar
Published: December 2023

In recent years, Gallium Antimonide (GaSb), which has smallest bandgap among III-V semiconductors family, became the subject of extensive investigations in the field of thermophotovoltaic (TPV) converters, because of the recent improvements in optoelectronic technology. This paper describes an analytical process used to evaluate the performance of a GaSb TPV converter under different levels of illumination, taking account of the photons with energy below the cells bandgap by considering the cell’s reflectance to this fraction of incident radiation. The results show that a radiator temperature near 2200 K is most advantageous and a reflectance of 0.98 is necessary for below-bandgap irradiations to obtain conversion efficiency greater than 28%, at 300 K cell temperature. This efficiency will decrease as the cell temperature increase. The obtained results are found to be in good agreement with the available data.
Matlab-Simulink of photovoltaic system based on a two-diode model simulator with shaded solar cells
Authors: Belhaouas Nasreddine , Ait Cheikh Mohamed Salah , Malek Ali , Larbes Cherif
Published: December 2023

This paper proposes a photovoltaic system modeling and characterization software based on Matlab-Simulink in order to estimate the parameters and the characteristic and electrical behavior of a cell/module with respect to changes in environmental parameter regarding irradiance, temperature, and surface conditions (partial shading). The first objective is to find the parameters of the nonlinear I–V equation by adjusting the curve regarding three particular points: open circuit, maximum power, and short circuit. Given these three points, which are provided by all commercial module datasheets, the method finds the best I–V equation for the two-diode photovoltaic (PV) model, with the best series and parallel resistances estimates. The accurateness of the simulator is verified by applying the model to different manufacturer’s modules. Thanks to an interactive graphic interface, this software offers a great flexibility to PV professional and to researchers.
Etude numérique d’un capteur solaire plan à air ayant une rugosité rectangulaire
Authors: Aliane Khaled , Amraoui Mohammed Amine
Published: December 2023

Un des problèmes essentiels de l’utilisation de l’énergie solaire est les faibles échanges thermiques entre le fluide caloporteur et l’absorbeur du capteur solaire. Par contre, l’introduction de chicanes (obstacles) disposées en rangées dans les conduits de ces systèmes améliore nettement les transferts thermiques. Dans ce travail, nous étudions l’influence des rugosités au niveau de l’isolant afin d’augmenter les échanges thermiques au sein du capteur. Une étude numérique par la méthode des volumes finis est faite pour étudier le comportement dynamique et thermique de l’écoulement d’air dans un capteur solaire plan muni des chicanes sans et avec rugosité rectangulaire.
Solution de l’équation de Poisson dans un domaine bidimensionnel par la méthode des éléments finis
Authors: Boun-jad Mohamed , Zebbiche Toufik
Published: December 2023

Ce travail présente une modeste contribution sur le domaine des éléments finis. On a essayé de résoudre l’équation de Poisson avec les conditions aux limites de type Dirichlet dans un domaine quelconque bidimensionnel simplement connexe. Après une brève théorie sur la résolution de cette équation, on a trouvé les solutions analytiques exactes que pour les sections circulaires, rectangulaires et elliptiques. D’où notre intérêt est orienté vers la recherche des solutions numériques approchées. La méthode utilisée est celle des éléments finis. Deux programmes de calcul numérique ont été réalisés dans ce contexte. Le premier est consacré pour la génération du maillage triangulaire dans les domaines concernés. On a développé ici une technique permettant de générer un maillage de type ‘H’ dans n’importe quel domaine simplement connexe. Le deuxième programme réalisé est celui pour la résolution numérique de l’équation de Poisson dans un domaine simplement connexe avec les conditions aux limites de Dirichlet. Le programme utilise un seul type d’élément fini est le triangle à trois noeuds. Le problème résolu a un grand intérêt physique et pratique dans pas mal de disciplines, telles que, le transfert de chaleur dans des ailettes de moteur, l’écoulement à travers les conduites quelconques et d’autres problèmes tels que, l’étude de la torsion des poutres de sections non circulaires arbitraires comme la torsion des pales d’hélicoptères et les ailettes dans les refroidisseurs ainsi que les aubes dans les compresseurs. Les résultats présentés sont choisis pour des sections simples pour but de comparaison et pour d’autres formes complexes.
Study of dynamic stability of MV (middle voltage) Network of Douala within the meaning of Lyapunov
Authors: Essiane Ndjakomo Salomé , Ketchanji Mougang Yolande Christelle , Pérabi Ngoffé Steve , Imano Moukengue Adolphe , Abessolo Ondoa Grégoire
Published: December 2023

The studies undertaken have used the method of Lyapunov of the system theory to evaluate the stability of the electric network starting from the power function depending on the dephasing between voltage and current in time. To carry out these studies, a look into the dynamic stability of the electrical network, and the stability within the meaning of Lyapunov was effected. Then a modelling of our network with application under MATLAB/Simulink was carried out as well as the tests of simulations without disturbances, and another test with disturbances was made. This reveals that the Douala network suffered falls in voltage, increasing instability depending on the critical disturbances, with the network eliminating the faults slowly.
Effect of crosslinking on EVA-based encapsulant properties during photovoltaic module fabrication process
Authors: Agroui Kamel , Collins George , Oreski Gernot , Boehning Martin , Hadj Arab Amar , Ouadjaout Djamel
Published: December 2023

The key objective of this work is to create a comprehensive comparison between experimental analysis methods for detecting crosslinking reaction in EVA encapsulant material during PV module fabrication process. Several analytical methods, spanning from classical gel content extraction measurements over different thermo-analytic and mechanical approaches to spectroscopic analysis as Thermally Stimulated Current (TSC), have been investigated as to their ability to reveal the crosslinking state of ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA). The basic results show that TSC complements perfectly other thermal analysis methods like as Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Dynamic Mechanical Thermal Analysis (DMTA) to determine fundamental properties of EVA such as molecular mobility characteristics and also to monitor the crosslinking reaction. Exothermic peak as revealed by DSC analysis can be used to estimate the crosslinking rate of EVA during PV module encapsulation process as fast quality control test.
CFD study of a horizontal axis wind turbine NREL Phase II
Authors: Belamadi Riyadh , Mdouki Ramzi , Ilinca Adrian , Djemili Abdelouaheb
Published: December 2023

The present work aims to study the aerodynamic characteristics of the NREL phase II (generated only with S809 profile along the span for an untwisted case) rotor that is a horizontal axis downwind wind turbine rotor and which is assumed to stand isolated in the space. The two dimensional steady-incompressible flow Reynolds average NavierStokes equations, are solved by using the commercial CFD package Ansys Fluent. The 2D computations are first performed on S809 airfoil in order to define the most suitable model to be used; the turbulence closure model has been chosen among four possible candidates (standard , Spalart-Allmaras, based on comparison of pressure coefficient for the different configurations with experimental results. Secondly, through a three dimensional study we tried to simulate the experiment for wind speed velocities of 7.2, 10.56, 12.85, 16.3, and 9.18m/s. Results of pressure and torque for considered wind turbine rotor have been directly compared to the available experimental data. The comparisons show that CFD results along with the turbulence model used can predict the span-wise loading of the wind turbine rotor with reasonable agreement. The work presented here is the first stage of project that aims at giving a better understanding of the main influence of the rotational effect on boundary layer separation, and identify the stalled configuration in order to control this latter in future work.
Impact of Goods and Service Tax on India’s Insurance Sector
Authors: Jamdhade Krishna Arun , Qureshi Dr. Hares A
Published: December 2023

Government of India has implemented a new indirect tax system - GST from 01.07.17, GST is an indirect tax for the entire country, making India a unified common market. The goods and service tax (GST) is a ground-breaking reform for the Indian economy`s indirect tax regime. GST have changed the tax architecture between the state and the centre. GST is a taxation procedure for goods and services transported from one destination to others. GST is a value added tax, which have eliminated the cascading effect or double-taxation effect on the cost of goods and services down the value chain. This paper is designed to provide an overview of the impact of GST on insurance industry as well as policyholders. This paper is prepared using exploratory research method using secondary data. The study reveals that the insurance industry has not been untouched by its influence. It is affecting the insurance industry as well as the policy holders. Finally, it tries to find a middle ground between the Center and the states and to implement the GST code properly in India.
Synthesis of Chalcone Derivatives and its Anti- Microbiological Activities
Authors: Desai Dr. Arpitaben p. , AnjaliKumari Varia
Published: December 2023

Chalcones are organic substances that are naturally found in plants, especially those in the Fabaceae family. fused aromatic rings connected by a 3-C unsaturated carbonyl system make up the chemical building blocks of their basic chemical composition. Chalcones are biologically active in a variety of ways, including as antioxidants, anticancer agents, anti- inflammatory agents, antibacterial agents, and antiviral agents. Scavenging free radicals,inducing cancer cell apoptosis, obstructing the proliferation and division of cancerous cells, and lowering inflammation by preventing the manufacturing of interleukins and enzymes are all abilities of these substances. Also, it has been discovered that chalcones contain antibacterialand antiviral properties that prevent the growth of a variety of bacteria, fungi, and viruses as well as their replication.
THE CONCEPTS AND PROSPECTS OF NIMESULIDE INDUCED HEPATOTOXICITY
Authors: Renuka Mahajan , Kaustubh Yelchalwar , Anshu Dudhe , Arti Darode , Rupesh Dudhe
Published: December 2023

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are the most widely prescribed class of drug. The current study wascarried out to reveal the facts and prospects of Nimesulide, an over-the-counter NSAID drug. Around 57 cases ofhepatotoxicity collected from the DILI registry in Spain and Latin America were reviewed. Various causality cases wereassessed using the RUCAM scale, which revealed the mean age of 59 years of patients among the entire case series ofhepatotoxicity, out of which 86% were women, and the mean onset time of action was 40 days, while 46 patients, i.e.,81%, were also suffering from jaundice. Nimesulide-induced liver injury was found to be hepatocellular in 38 cases(67%), mixed type in 12 cases (21%), and cholestasis in 7 cases (12%). The reported incidence of NSAID-induced liverdisease in clinical trials was found to be fairly constant, ranging from 0.29 per 100,000 [95% confidence interval (CI):0.17-051] to 9 per 100,000 (95% CI: 6-15). Therefore, a higher risk of liver-related hospitalisation (32.3 per 100,000patients) was reported. The studies indicated that Nimesulide and other NSAIDs cause extensive liver damage, rangingfrom asymptomatic transient hyperaminotransducers to fulminant liver failure. However, various shortcomings inepidemiologic studies jeopardise the opportunity to determine the actual risk of hepatotoxicity. The drugs, such asBenoxaprofen and Bromfenac, have been withdrawn from the market due to their hepatotoxic behaviour. The presentreview was carried out to critically analyse the results currently available in the literature on NSAID-inducedhepatotoxicity and to create an overview of the most commonly used compounds of the NSAID groups.
An acquired recto-perineal fistula as the outcome of sacrococcygeal teratoma treatment
Authors: Kholostova Victoria V. , Smirnov A. N. , Vojna S. A. , Shumikhin V. S. , Gorokhova M. M.
Published: December 2023

Introduction. An acquired recto-perineal fistula in childhood is a quite rare pathology. One of its main causes is trauma of the perineal part of the rectum and anal canal. That is why, acquired rectoperineal fistulas most often develop after the correction of Hirschsprung’s disease and anorectal malformations.

Material and methods. The publication presents a rare case of a newborn child with recurrent course of an acquired rectoperineal fistula which developed after sacrococcygeal teratoma treatment. The teratoma was removed when the child was 3 days old. The surgery was complicated with suture dehiscence in the rectal wall defect. After suturing, a separate sigmostoma was placed. At the age of 6 months, the sigmostoma was closed, but after a few days, fistulas were found in the area of drainage and postoperative scar, which required sigmostoma restoration. After the prescribed therapy, the fistulas were obliterated; the stoma was closed again. In 2 weeks, child’s general condition deteriorated, and newly appeared fistulas were noted. It was decided to perform demucosation of the disconnected rectum above the level of anal sphincter and to make fistula through drainage via the rectum lumen.

Conclusion. Acquired recto-perineal fistulas in childhood is a rare recurrent disease. Though postoperative complications were detected in time, authors could not get independent closure of the fistula, despite numerous interventions. In fact, only the rectum extirpation allowed to separate the fistulous tract from the intestinal lumen. This type of intervention is considered a quite rare one; usually, such complication can be eliminated in a less radical way.
The influence illegal fishing surveillance policies on marine fisheries business
Authors: Umam Saiful , Ma'arif Syamsul , Zulbainarni Nimmi
Published: December 2023

Illegal fishing that occurs in Indonesian waters has the potential to harm the marine fisheries business. The government seeks to overcome losses due to illegal fishing through  policies and surveillance programs through increasing the fleet of surveillance vessels, increasing operations by sea and air and utilizing information technology. Surveillance  of illegal fishing is a public policy, in  order to measure the impact and benefits of the policy, economic valuation is needed as a basis for stating that the policy is feasible and provides benefits presented in a value. This study aims to analyze the direct and indirect impact of illegal fishing Surveillance policies on the marine fisheries business. The research method uses producer surplus and analysis uses Extended Cost Benefit Analysis (ECBA). The results showed that  the policy of increasing Surveillance provides  positive benefits of Rp.1.8 trillion/year, so the policy is feasible. The policy has the potential to save economic and social losses, when the supervision conditions before the policy of increasing Surveillance of social and economic impacts obtained amounted to Rp.466.9 billion / year and after the policy increased Surveillance to Rp. 2.3 trillion / year. The policy of increasing supervision greatly affects the fisheries business at sea, namely the needs and supply of fish for raw materials for the fishery industry are met, increasing the productivity of catches, absorption of labor as fishermen on ships, sufficient fuel stocks and for the government, state revenues from PNBP and fisheries taxes increase.
Service Quality and Patient Trust on Patient Loyalty Mediated by Patient Satisfaction on Inpatients
Authors: Andreano Pillipus Resar , Pardede Ratlan
Published: December 2023

Background: The competition in the health industry is currently very fierce, coupled with the emergence of Private Hospitals equipped with complete facilities. This makes hospitals must realize the need to provide quality health services to their customers.

Aim: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of service quality and patient trust on patient loyalty mediated by patient satisfaction in patients who hospitalized at “CDE” Hospital, Bogor, West Java.

Method: A Google Forms online survey on inpatients at "CDE" Hospital, Bogor, West Java was used to collect the data of this study. Data analysis was performed using the Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) method to measure the relationship between variables with the help of Smart PLS 3.0 software.

Findings: The results of the study prove that service quality has not a positive and significant effect on patient loyalty. Other results prove that patient trust has a positive and significant effect on patient loyality, service quality has a positive and significant effect on patient satisfaction, patient trust has a positive and significant effect on patient satisfaction, patient satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on patient loyality, service quality has a positive and significant effect on patient loyality mediated by patient satisfaction,  and patient trust has a positive and significant effect on patient loyality mediated by patient satisfaction.
International Expansion Strategy in Fast-Growing Businesses: Using Bayesian Networks to Identify Influencing Factors
Authors: Aparecido da Silva Leandro , Florêncio da Costa Júnior João , Galdino de Araújo Afrânio
Published: December 2023

The article aims to identify the key factors influencing strategic decisions regarding international expansion amongst rapidly growing digital businesses in Amsterdam, Berlin, London, New York, and Paris; whilst uncovering prominent trends that can provide guidance to investors and managers engaged in the internationalization process. The data used for this study was gathered from business networking events held between 2016 and 2020, with a specific focus on the short-term strategic growth options pursued by these companies. To analyse the data, the authors employed Bayesian Network modelling, comprising two components: 'International Expansion' as the primary factor (parent node) and 'Factors of Interest' as the secondary factor (child node). The findings indicate that companies based in Amsterdam, New York, and Paris are primarily influenced by 'Exits' and 'Acquisitions' when making decisions about international expansion. In contrast, businesses in Berlin, London, New York, and Paris lean towards alternative venture capital options such as 'Debt,' 'Venture Debt,' and 'Private Equity.' The results suggest that companies in London and Berlin possess mature business models, significantly impacting their ability to attract investments and expand internationally. Moreover, this research not only demonstrates the applicability of Bayesian Networks in analysing strategic choices but also provides valuable insights into how these choices influence a company's internationalization strategy, offering practical guidance to investors and managers. Finally, the study highlights the existence of distinct intentions for international expansion amongst CEOs and founders in the regions under investigation, indicating the need for further research to comprehend these unique idiosyncrasies.
Simbiosis Ekologi Manusia dan Penyelidikan Filosofis
Authors: Fakhruddin Yudha Ahmada Arif , Ahmadi Rizqa , Ardi Mulia
Published: December 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengartikulasikan karakter ekologi manusia yang pada dasarnya bersifat filosofis. Ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan metode verstehen, interpretasi dan hermeneutika. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan karakter ekologi dipahami sebagai kepedulian untuk membantu individu yang terlibat dalam interaksi manusia-lingkungan yang problematis, mengidentifikasi cara-cara untuk mengubah interaksi tersebut supaya tercapai keseimbangan berkelanjutan antara klaim moral dan kebutuhan. Dengan demikian dapat dikatakan bahwa karakter ekologi manusia menjelaskan apa yang dimaksud sebagai perpaduan multidisipliner, interdisipliner, transdisipliner, dan bahkan adisipliner dari ilmu-ilmu biologi dan sosial. Melalui pemahaman ini, manusia dapat memberikan panduan secara tindakan terhadap gagasan hidup yang baik tanpa menjadi aktor yang memihak bentuk kehidupan tertentu. Sehingga terjadi harmoni antara pemanfaatan dan pemeliharaan sumberdaya alam dalam menjaga lingkungan hidup.
Is Pakistan's Financial Distress Guilty of Accounting Misrepresentation? A Manager's Mediating Role Due to Overconfidence
Authors: Asif Sehar , Shahzad Mujahid , Rehman Ubaid-Ur-
Published: December 2023

This study's main goal is to determine the connection between accounting misrepresentation, managerial overconfidence, and financial distress among managers. Research indicates that there is a considerable correlation between financial distress and accounting misrepresentation. This problem has two aspects. Firstly, the management is under pressure to show the business's performance anytime there is financial trouble, but in reality, the business's performance deteriorates as a result of the financial distress. Stated differently, managers tend to manipulate their financial records at times of high uncertainty in order to win over the trust of their stakeholders and shareholders. Finally, the possibility of accounting fraud materializes if the firm's assessments, which are intended to avert charges of incapacity, are not met. A panel data regression model will be utilized to perform an empirical analysis of the hypothesis. For this study, panel data regression analysis was selected because it provides thorough insights into both cross-sectional and time-series data. The dataset includes data from 30 Pakistani companies that are listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange, selected to represent a sample of the country's economy between 2010 and 2022. The study lays the groundwork for future investigations by recommending the use of corporate governance to control financial distress, managerial overconfidence, and accounting misstatement.
HAK WARIS ISLAM DITINJAU DARI HAM DAN KESETARAAN PERSPEKTIF NURCHOLIS MAJID
Authors: Rahman Gazali , Andaryuni Lilik
Published: December 2023

This research focuses on NurCholis Majid's perspective on inheritance rights in Islam from the standpoint of human rights and the principle of equality. NurCholis Majid is an influential Muslim intellectual in religion study and social issues in Indonesia. In NurCholis Majid's understanding, inheritance rights in Islam should see in a broader context, including the universal values of human right. According to NurCholis Majid, inheritance rights should be based on the principle in gender equality, which means granting equal rights to men and women. Although Islamic tradition tends to allocate a larger share of inheritance to men, NurCholis Majid proposes that the principle’s' quality should be uphold, thus requiring reforms in the interpretation of inheritance. He believes that fair and equal inheritance rights would be more in line with human values and the human rights. This research adopts an interdisciplinary and normative juridical approach that is qualitative. The results show that NurCholis Majid's perspective on inheritance rights in Islam emphasizes the need to integrate human rights principles and gender equality into the practice of fair inheritance. In facing social and cultural challenges, a dialogic approach and social transformation are considered the importance for achieving sustainable changes toward equal inheritance rights in Islam
QIYAS VIS A VIS AD DALALAH (MENGUAK PENOLAKAN ABU MUHAMMAD TERHADAP QIYAS SEBAGAI SUMBER HUKUM ISLAM)
Authors: Mustatho' Mustatho'
Published: December 2023

In legal Istinbath, Abu Muhammad was known as a scholar who strictly adheres to the outward texts. Therefore, he has been critical of the clergy who give the role of ratio in determining the law. In his view, Islamic law originates from Allah SWT is determined by Allah clearly in the texts of the Qur'an and Sunnah, and is practiced by consensus by Muslims. The third source of law in Islam is Ijma'. Ijma itself has to rely on the texts because there is no Ijma' without relying on the texts. So Abu Muhammad stipulates that the three sources of law above are the mains references in carrying out legal Istinbath. He rejected qiyas as the fourth source of law was the opinion of the scholars’ majority. To examine this issue, this research is literary with the substance of character research. The research method used is the content analysis method, namely analyzing the thoughts of Abu Muhammad in various existing writings. The results of the research show that to respond the various contemporary problems that arise, for which answers cannot be found explicitly in the texts, both in the Qur'an, Sunnah, and Ijma', Abu Muhammad has the method was also the fourth source of law after Ijma'. The source of law used by Abu Muhammad is known as ad Dalil. However, in further development, the concept of ad Dalil from Ibn Hazm was considered by other Ulama as a source of law or a way of Istinbath law was no different from the qiyas used by previous scholars.