bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Profil Kemampuan Numerasi Siswa di UPTD SDI Waruwaja
Authors: Wewe Melkior , Longa Viviana Meo , Dhoka Fransiska Angelina , Tuku Maria Oktaviana
Published: August 2024

Kemampuan numerasi merupakan salah satu kemampuan dasar yang harus dimiliki oleh seseorang guna menunjang kesuksesan dalam kehidupannya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan tentang profil kemampuan numerasi siswa sekolah dasar di SDI Waruwaja. Dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif dengan jenis deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa, kemampuan numerasi siswa masih dalam kategori rendah. Hal ini disebabkan oleh beberapa faktor seperti buku paket yang selama ini hanya disediakan saat berada di sekolah, media pembelajaran yang kurang menarik sehingga pembelajaran menjadi membosankan, dan belum terbiasanya siswa diberikan soal cerita sehingga kemampuan numerasi siswa dalam memecahkan soal cerita masih banyak kesalahan, begitupun tindak lanjut terhadap kompetensi guru dalam mengajar matematika supaya tidak adanya miskonsepsi pada pembelajaran.
Evaluasi Kualitas Pelayanan Pendidikan di Akademi Kepolisian Tahun 2023 Berdasarkan Survei Kepuasan Taruna Menggunakan Model Rasch
Authors: Wulandari Monica Niken , Fitria Susy , Ulfah Aini Azkiyatu
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi kualitas pelayanan pendidikan di Akademi taruna tingkat II sampai tingkat IV. Metode penelitian yang digunakan pada survey ini adalah metode penelitian kuantutatif dan pendekatan deskriptif Hasil survei menunjukkan bahwa 65,2% responden berada dalam kategori kepuasan sedang, 24,2% dalam kategori kepuasan tinggi, dan 10,6% menunjukkan tingkat kepuasan rendah. Temuan ini menunjukkan bahwa kualitas pelayanan pendidikan bagi taruna masih perlu ditingkatkan. Analisis kuantitatif dilakukan menggunakan model Rasch untuk memastikan validitas dan reliabilitas data. Penelitian ini menggunakan teknik sampling dengan jumlah responden 215 dari populasi 703 taruna. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat menjadi acuan bagi peningkatan kualitas pelayanan pendidikan di Akademi Kepolisian agar dapat memenuhi harapan dan kebutuhan taruna secara lebih optimal.
Neoadjuvanz, Dreifachblockade und neue Kombinationspartner: Ära der intelligenten Immuntherapie beim fortgeschrittenen Melanom
Authors: Scheel Christina H.
Published: August 2024

Die Behandlung des fortgeschrittenen malignen Melanoms steht mit der intelligenten, ­neoadjuvanten Immuntherapie vor einer neuen Ära, wie es auf der Jahrestagung der American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2024 in Chicago, IL/USA, diskutiert wurde. Weiterhin stehen neue Kombinationstherapien wie die Dreifach-Immuncheckpointblockade und die Weiterentwicklung bispezifischer Antikörper im Zentrum der Innovation. Einmal mehr ist das maligne Melanom ein Modelltumor für neue Behandlungsmodalitäten.
Proposed Marketing Communications Strategy for a New Fighting Brand: A Case Study for SIG
Authors:   School of Business Management, Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia, Oktarini Irma , Nurlaela Arief Neneng ,   School of Business Management, Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia, Setiawan Iwan ,   School of Business Management, Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia
Published: August 2024

This study investigates the launch of a fighting brand in the cement industry, focusing on the challenges faced by a market-leading company with an existing flagship brand amidst emerging economical players. The goal is to enable the fighting brand to compete aggressively while avoiding cannibalization of the flagship brand, thus maintaining market leadership. Using a qualitative approach, primary data were collected through semi-structured interviews with internal informants, small contractors, and heads of masons, while secondary data came from the latest Brand Equity Index report of 2023. Key findings reveal that masons equate price with quality and prefer application-based cement for profitability. Differentiation is crucial to minimize cannibalization risks. The study proposes a new target for the fighting brand with detailed psychographics and behavior, aiming for a targeted marketing strategy and communication. Insights for communication management and marketing are provided, suggesting marketing activities based on the 5A model to ensure successful brand management. The study offers new perspectives for the company and the cement industry, emphasizing the importance of a multi-brand strategy to address future challenges.
Impact of Liquidity Risk and Leverage on the Financial Performance of Nigerian Deposit Money Banks
Authors:   Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria, AREGBESOLA Olateju Dolapo , WRIGHT Olatunde ,   Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria, KOLAWOLE IfeOluwa Tomiwa ,   Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria, OMOJOLA Sunday Olusola ,   Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria
Published: August 2024

This study investigates the impact of liquidity risk and leverage on the financial performance of listed Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) in Nigeria. The study utilized a census approach to gather data from all 15 listed DMBs on the Nigerian Exchange Group as of December 31, 2022. The study spanned from 2013 to 2022, employing various statistical analyses including descriptive analysis, correlation analysis, skewness and kurtosis tests for normality, multiple regression models for fixed-effects and random-effects models, and the Hausman test to ensure robust findings. The results indicated that liquidity risk exhibited a positive and significant impact on return on equity (ROE), a measure of financial performance, with a coefficient of 0.132 and a p-value of 0.000, suggesting that effective management of liquidity risk enhances profitability. Conversely, leverage was found to have a significant negative impact on ROE, with a coefficient of -1.351 and a p-value of 0.007, highlighting that higher debt levels substantially reduce profitability. In conclusion, the study suggests that while liquidity risk can be effectively managed to enhance profitability, excessive leverage poses significant threats to financial performance. The findings underscore the importance of robust risk management strategies for improving the financial performance of listed DMBs in Nigeria. These insights are crucial for policymakers, banking executives, and investors seeking to enhance the stability and performance of the banking sector.
Partial substitution of wheat flour with orange sweet potato flour (Ipomoea batatas) and its effect on the bromatological and sensory properties of sweet cookies
Authors: Alcívar Gema , Loor Gilda , Muñoz José
Published: August 2024

The objective of the research was to evaluate the partial substitution of wheat flour with orange sweet potato flour (Ospf) in the preparation of sweet cookies. A completely randomized design with a factorial arrangement was applied. The factor under study corresponded to the concentrations of Ospf (10, 20, and 30 %) plus a control treatment. Bromatological parameters, texture, and sensory profile were evaluated. The LSD Fisher and Kruskal Wallis multiple comparison tests were used at 5 % significance. The proximate composition of the orange sweet potato flour presented in protein 3.99 ± 0.02 %; moisture 8.65 ± 0.00 %; dry matter 91.34 ± 0.06 %; ash 4.24 ± 0.00 %; pH 6.41 ± 0.01; acidity 0.69 ± 0.01 % and particle size 354 ± 0.02 µm. In the processed products (sweet cookies), except for the energy parameter, the other bromatological variables presented statistical significance (p<0.05). Regarding the texture profile, the parameters hardness, brittleness, and adhesive force were significantly different (p<0.05) between the treatments, while, for adhesiveness, cohesiveness, gumminess, elasticity, and chewiness a p>0.05 (no significant) was obtained. At the sensory level, the untrained tasters expressed the acceptability of ‘‘I neither like it nor dislike it’’ in the attributes, flavor, smell, texture, and consistency; however, in color, the formulations with the factor under study presented greater acceptance. The sweet cookies met the requirements established in the INEN 2085 reference standard for cookies.
Keywords: sweet potato, cookies, Ipomoea batatas, texture profile, tubers
Adaptive mechanisms during the recovery of tolerant and sensitive local grape genotypes
subjected to salt stress
Authors: Mahmoud Rania , Ashry Fouad , Shallan Roqaya
Published: August 2024

Utilization of distinct genetic resources is an auspicious prospective strategy to combat adverse impacts of salinity, which is expected to get worse under climate change conditions, for maintaining grape production and quality. This research aims to study the adaptive mechanisms during the recovery of tolerant and sensitive salt-stressed local grape genotypes on the bases of biochemical, anatomical and gene expression responses. Transplants of three Egyptian grapes (Vitis vinifera); Baltim Eswid, Romy Ahmer and Romy Abiad, were exposed to sodium chloride-induced salt stress of 2.28 and 3.75 mS compared to 695 µS water-irrigated control for two months, then all plants were irrigated with tap water for additional one month for recovery. Recovered Baltim Eswid cultivar following the highest saline treatment gave maximum survival percentage (100 %), while Romy Abiad recorded the lowest rate (40 %). Suggested adaptive mechanisms include: damage reduction caused by salinity-related oxidative stress, osmotic adjustment, and perform structural modifications that allow protection. It was concluded that, Blatim Eswid is a superior salt-tolerant local grape genotype, while Romy Abiad is the most sensitive as affected mostly by oxidative stress represented by a significant increment of hydrogen peroxide content.
Keywords: grape, salinity, recovery, genotypes.
Proposta de uma ferramenta de realidade aumentada para o ensino de projeto bioclimático
Authors:   , Fernandes Túlio Resende Alcântara
Published: August 2024

No entendimento de que o uso de ferramentas digitais é parte integrante do desenvolvimento dos estudantes de Arquitetura, este trabalho estruturado na forma de artigos consiste, numa pesquisa exploratória que tem como objeto de estudo a Realidade Aumentada como ferramenta para o ensino de Projeto Bioclimático para o qual por meio da metodologia de relato de experiência explorou a disciplina de Conforto Térmico, do Curso de Arquitetura e Urbanismo da Universidade Federal de Viçosa, como campo do qual se extraiu os conteúdos e abordagem de ensino bem como as ferramentas, estratégias e recursos didáticos utilizados na mesma. Tal exploração serviu de ponto de partida para refletir sobre as metodologias de ensino no contexto da graduação. Ao passo que, o estudo de caso desenvolvido e apresentado no terceiro capítulo está caracterizado como de casos múltiplos incorporados apresentando unidades múltiplas de análise: o contexto no qual cada ferramenta foi desenvolvida, a interface ou meio pela qual se apresenta e a profundidade de informação que cada ferramenta se propõe a explorar. Os três casos analisados foram o Kit estrutural MOLA, Projeteee e Typology Cards. Permitindo identificar os elementos que cada ferramenta analisada oferece, os quais poderiam ser aproveitados na definição de uma base para o desenvolvimento de uma nova ferramenta de ensino. Como síntese reflexiva apresenta uma proposta de ferramenta didática baseada em AR na forma de cartas codificadas interpretadas por uma interface web, corroborando para a compreensão de viabilidade da AR como recurso didático para o ensino superior na área de projeto bioclimático em cursos de graduação em Arquitetura e Urbanismo. Palavras-Chave: Ferramenta de Ensino. Projeto Bioclimático. Realidade Aumentada. Ensino de Arquitetura.
TALABALARNING TANLAGAN KASBIY FAOLIYATI VA IJODIY QOBILIYATLARINI INTERFAOL METODLAR ORQALI RIVOJLANTIRISH
Authors: Allanazarov Qoʻldosh
Published: August 2024

Maqolada talabalariga interfaol metodlar orqali ijodiy qobiliyatlarini rivojlantirish faoliyati yoritib berilgan. Talabalarning ijodiy faoliyatini rivojlantirishda interfaol metodlar va oʻyinlardan foydalanish muhokama qilingan.
БОЛАЛАРДА ТАБИАТГА ДОИР ТАСАВВУР ВА ТУШУНЧАЛАРНИ ШАКЛЛАНИШИ
Authors: Хaмрoқyлoвa Дилнaвoз
Published: August 2024

Тaбиaт билaн инcoн ўртacидaги yйғyнликни тaъминлaшдa экoлoгик тaълим-тaрбиянинг рoли ниҳoятдa кaттa. Ушбy мaкoлaдa бoлaлaрдa тaбиaтгa дoир тacaввyр вa тyшyнчaлaрни шaкллaниши хaкидa cyз юритилгaн.
Território e governança: uma análise da Câmara Setorial da Cerveja no Brasil
Authors: Marcusso Eduardo Fernandes , Eudâmidas Bezerra Juscelino
Published: August 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar a governança territorial do setor cervejeiro no Brasil mediante a criação da Câmara Setorial da Cerveja. A metodologia utilizada abrangeu uma revisão bibliográfica dos termos território, governança e desenvolvimento; a estruturação do arcabouço legal das Câmaras Setoriais; o histórico das disputas de poder e o enquadramento da governança territorial do setor cervejeiro de acordo com a metodologia proposta pela pesquisa. Além disso, foram realizadas entrevistas e a participação nas reuniões do colegiado. Como resultado, foi possível verificar a formação de blocos socioterritoriais em torno do setor cervejeiro, bem como sua posição de articulação, partilha, pactuação, consensos e disputas de poder, gerando configurações específicas de governança territorial em rede por meio da Câmara Setorial da Cerveja.
Relationship between Sports Participation and Academic Discipline in Middle School Students in Egypt
Authors: Hassan Mohamed
Published: August 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the relationship between sports participation and academic discipline in middle school students in Egypt.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings:  Research on college athletes in Malaysia reveals that regular physical exercise significantly improves sleep quality by increasing sleep duration and efficiency. Exercise reduces sleep latency, helping athletes fall asleep faster, and enhances deep sleep stages crucial for recovery. Additionally, physical activity aids in managing stress and anxiety, which are linked to poor sleep. However, the impact of exercise can vary depending on its intensity and timing.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Self-determination theory (SDT), social cognitive theory (SCT) & achievement goal theory (AGT) may be used to anchor future studies on the relationship between sports participation and academic discipline in middle school students in Egypt. Schools should implement structured sports programs that emphasize not only physical skills but also the development of discipline, teamwork, and time management. Schools should adopt policies that promote the integration of sports and academics, ensuring that sports participation is not viewed as a distraction but as a complementary activity that enhances academic discipline.
Effect of Physical Exercise on Sleep Quality in College Athletes in Malaysia
Authors: Faizal Ahmad
Published: August 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the effect of physical exercise on sleep quality in college athletes in Malaysia.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings:  Research on college athletes in Malaysia reveals that regular physical exercise significantly improves sleep quality by increasing sleep duration and efficiency. Exercise reduces sleep latency, helping athletes fall asleep faster, and enhances deep sleep stages crucial for recovery. Additionally, physical activity aids in managing stress and anxiety, which are linked to poor sleep. However, the impact of exercise can vary depending on its intensity and timing.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The theory of exercise and sleep interactions, the cognitive behavioral theory of insomnia (CBT-I) & the circadian rhythm theory may be used to anchor future studies on the effect of physical exercise on sleep quality in college athletes in Malaysia. Athletic trainers and coaches should design personalized exercise regimens that include a mix of aerobic, resistance, and flexibility exercises tailored to individual athletes' needs. Sports organizations and educational institutions should establish policies that recommend optimal timing for workouts. Research indicates that morning sessions are less disruptive to sleep than evening sessions, and such guidelines can help in scheduling training sessions to promote better sleep quality.
Influence of Cultural Festivals on Local Economic Development in Zimbabwe
Authors: Nyandoro Mercy
Published: August 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the influence of cultural festivals on local economic development in Zimbabwe.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Cultural festivals in Zimbabwe boost local economic development by attracting tourists and increasing spending in businesses, hotels, and restaurants. They also create job opportunities in event management and hospitality. Additionally, these festivals promote cultural heritage and community pride, which can enhance regional attractiveness for investment. However, economic benefits are often concentrated in larger cities, leaving rural areas less impacted. To maximize benefits, it is essential for festival organizers and local governments to ensure equitable distribution of resources and support sustainable infrastructure development.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Creative economy theory, event impact theory & place-based economic development theory may be used to anchor future studies on analyze influence of cultural festivals on local economic development in Zimbabwe. Local governments and festival organizers should develop targeted marketing strategies that not only attract more visitors but also extend the festival’s economic benefits beyond its duration. Develop and implement policies that provide financial and logistical support to cultural festivals. This could include grants, subsidies, or tax incentives for festivals and local businesses involved in the event.
No Longer Human: How Media that Depicts World War II Fails Its Ontological Goals
Authors: Anand Aditya , Scholl Caitlin , Scholl Caitlin
Published: August 2024

This essay dissects how media that depicts World War II through the mode of realism fail to accomplish their ontological goals. It examines three pieces of media made in the late 1990s and early 2000s: the films Saving Private Ryan (1998) and Dunkirk (2017) and the Call of Duty video game franchise (2003-). I explain how the sublimated desire to view violence by watching a Nazi die collapses under moral scrutiny, and how the desire to make their death and the preceding combat as realistic as possible works counterintuitively to mask the real horror of war. The essay goes on to argue that Dunkirk succeeds in portraying the horror of war by utilizing the negative space present in audiovisual silence. The essay will conclude with an analysis of how the lack of negative space in realistic films degrades the quality of critical analysis of depictions of the most horrific moments in history.
The How Changes in Government Programs affected affordable housing- A Case Study of Maharashtra
Authors: Yashasvi Udiyansh , Nair Suraj
Published: August 2024

The Indian real estate sector has evolved significantly in recent years, with millennials playing a major role. Millennials are now the largest demographic group in India, constituting as much as 34% (or 440 million) of India’s overall population and are increasingly becoming homebuyers. Recent surveys revealed that 61% of millennial property buyers in emerging cities are end-users seeking spacious living environments and enhanced work arrangements.[1] This has led to several changes in how real estate is marketed and sold. The buyer goes through a complex decision-making process while buying a house based on several factors influencing consumer buying behavior. This study aimed to explore these factors with a special emphasis on government schemes and regulatory changes in Maharashtra. Primary data collection through comprehensive questionnaires and subsequent data analysis led to a deeper understanding of the impact of government schemes on consumer buying patterns in the real estate segment. Our survey form was sent to approximately 300 people across the country digitally. Collecting consumer responses helped gain important insights across gender, age, and location. The resulting data has helped conclude that government initiatives and landmark regulatory changes have boosted consumers' confidence, leading them to become homeowners.
Effect of Exercise on Heart Rate - Curiosity Turned into an Experiment
Authors: Malhotra Agastya , Moshal Karni
Published: August 2024

The heart pumps and circulates the blood throughout the system, contracting and relaxing in a rhythm with each beat. The autonomic nervous system (ANS) controls involuntary body function (heart rate, BP, breathing and more), the sympathetic nervous system (SNS), a branch of ANS, is activated in response to exercise and stress. SNS activation releases hormones like epinephrine and norepinephrine, which cause an increase in heart rate involving specific receptors on heart cells. It is very well known how the nervous system controls the heart function, this review article summarizes the findings on sympathetic regulation of heart rate. Of note, some pilot experiments were conducted in random groups of high school students to elucidate the effect of exercise on heart rate. A statistically significant increase in heart rate was observed after exercise.
Stellar Evolution of Main Sequence Stars Powered only by the PP Chain
Authors: Seth Devin , Skoutnev Valentin
Published: August 2024

We explore how the main sequence evolution of 1-2  stars depend on the different nuclear reactions that occur in its core. We employ MESA (Modules for Experiments in Stellar Astrophysics) to analyze the effects of adding or removing reactions. The simulations showed counter-intuitive results where the PP chain stars lasted longer on the main sequence, as and more luminous than the so called basic-net stars.
CGRP Inhibitor Use In Migraine Treatments
Authors: Acharya Anish
Published: August 2024

Several possible remedies for migraines have been discovered to date, the most prominent ones include various antiepileptic drugs such as divalproex sodium and topiramate, as well as beta (Amiri et al., 2021)blockers such as propranolol and timolol. However many of these treatments are not entirely effective treatments for patients who face chronic migraines due to their somewhat prosaic success rates. In 1985, researchers noticed the presence of Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP) in the plasma increased drastically in its levels during the presence of a migraine attack (Deen et al. 2). CGRP is a neuropeptide that  is involved in the dilation of both dural and cerebral blood vessels, and this interaction is believed to be the main cause of migraines. Generally, when migraines are treated with triptans (a common symptom relief medication), CGRP levels in the blood generally reduce. It was further found that certain CGRP inhibitors reduced neurogenic inflammation and lead to an increased reduction of pain during the migraine (Deen et al. 4). When faced with a multitude of treatment options for chronic migraines, one must consider inhibitors of the CGRP pathway as a possible alternative. CGRP inhibitors introduce a possible better treatment option than previous medicinal drugs. A few previously used CGRP inhibitors include erenumab, galcanezumab, and fremanezumab, which have recently been used to treat patients of chronic migraines. In this paper we will consider the various CGRP inhibitors and their advantages and disadvantages in the face of conventional chronic migraine treatment options.
Gut Microbiota Modulation
Authors: Shah Anannya
Published: August 2024

This review explores the transformative potential of gut microbiota modulation in sports medicine, where the convergence of advanced technology, rigorous training, and injury management aims to mitigate sports-related injuries. Athletes in high-intensity sports demand exceptional physical prowess, adhering to grueling training regimens for peak fitness levels. However, the pursuit of athletic excellence often leads to exhaustive physical stress and sport-specific injuries. Personalized sports medicine has emerged as an adaptive discipline, utilizing diverse technologies and methods to deliver customized medical care and enhance performance. The gut microbiota, a complex microbial community in the gastrointestinal system, significantly influences energy production, digestion, and immune defense. Similar to personalized sports medicine, the gut microbiota of every individual is unique, shaped by genetics, diet, lifestyle, and environment. Recent research underscores the profound impact of gut microbiota on athletic performance, recovery, and overall health. This review consolidates current knowledge regarding gut microbiota modulation in sports medicine, revealing its potential to revolutionize athlete care and performance enhancement. The uniqueness of our review lies in considering the interplay between gut health and personalized sports medicine, a relatively unexplored area. The study highlights the prospect of tailoring nutritional and training regimens based on the unique gut microbiota profile of every individual, marking a new era in sports medicine. Addressing a significant literature gap, this review emphasizes the importance of gut microbiota modulation in personalized sports medicine—a paradigm shift poised to enhance athletic performance, expedite recovery, and reduce injury risk.
The Contribution of Conservation Agriculture on Environmental Protection in Rwanda
Authors: Uwase Mireille Muhigirwa , Mupenzi Dr Christophe
Published: August 2024

Purpose: The study aimed to assess the contribution of Conservation agriculture on Environmental protection in Rwanda: case of Kayonza District.
Materials and Methods: The study reviewed different studies related to Conservation agriculture and Environmental protection and   used qualitative and quantitative approaches. The Data were collected using a questionnaire and face-to-face interview on   Sample composed by 404 Respondents from Kayonza district. The data collected and analyzed by using Distributive statistics.
Findings: The study indicated that CA techniques are contributing in environmental protection and there is a relationship between adopting Conservation Agriculture (CA) techniques and environmental protection. The decrease in organic matter content and high soil erosion are affecting soil fertility and health and one of the main causes of global warming is also intensive chemical fertilization of agricultural crops. In contrast, CA techniques combine minimum soil disturbance, mulching, water holding capacity, reduce soil compaction, reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility and application of organic fertilizers and re use of crop residues, Study have shown that farmers who adopt CA experience the improvement   and there improve. The study underscores the   importance   of   adopting   CA techniques   to reduce the cost and protect environment.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: By adopting CA practices, farmers can contribute to the protection of natural resources, conservation of biodiversity, and mitigation of climate change while maintaining agricultural productivity by promoting sustainable land management practices that conserve soil, water, and biodiversity, mitigate climate change impacts, and reduce environmental degradation associated with conventional agricultural practices. But not all small holder farmers involved in implementing all CA techniques due to different factors, NGOs and Government can collaborate to develop subsidies, grants, and funding programs specifically aimed to promote conservation agriculture. By adopting CA techniques, agriculture in the next decade will have to sustainably produce more food from less land through more efficient use of natural resources and with minimal impact on the environment in order to meet growing population demands.
Transforming Brown Practices into Green Jobs: Training Intervention and Green Job Motivation of Agripreneuship Trainees
Authors: Mbebeb Fomba Emmanuel
Published: August 2024

Purpose: Within the backdrop of labor market uncertainty for young people and environmental externalities, the study tested the effect of training intervention on green collar job motivation of agripreneuship trainees in a green growth project in Mezam, North West Cameroon. Focus was on training, attitude and social pressure as determinants of green job motivation off agripreneurs.
Materials and Methods: The study adopted a quantitative survey design with the goal of data on green collar job training and motivation and a sample of 125 participants (71 females; 54 males) was recruited from a training intervention initiative from Mezam, North West Cameroon. An instrument with internal reliability consistency (α=0.74) was used to gather information. The information was entered into SPSS version 27, and correlation and hierarchical regression were used as test statistics.
Findings: According to the results, it was reported as a significant predictor of green job motivation, p < 0.05.  In the second model capacity building and attitude significantly determined green job motivation p < 0.05. While the third model (capacity enhancement, attitude, social pressure) was significant, p < 0.05, social pressure as a separate dimension failed to determine green job motivation, p > 0.05, of agripreneurs trainees. From the results of the study it was reported that training factors were capable of predicting green job motivation and the need for transforming brown occupations was also recognised within green growth venture.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Green economic activities have undergone evolution with demands for new skills and training should be recognized as a sustainable measure of green collar job behaviours. Considering the position of green growth models in developing green collar mindset, it asserts that greener occupations are capable of catalysing wealth creation, environmental justice and sustainable and should be promoted. Therefore, advocates of green employment should draw from policy strategies and enrich training programmes to be more responsive to changing environmental, suggesting transformation from brown to green through green mindset building. While the paper contributes to scarce body of knowledge in green jobs, implications for policy and practice have been presented with areas for future research
DA REFRIGERIUM AL SUO CONTRARIO. ALCUNE SFUMATURE DEL CONCETTO NELLE VISIONES ANIMARUM MEDIEVALI
Authors: GROSU Emanuel
Published: August 2024

From refrigerium to its opposite. Some nuances of the
concept in occidental visiones animarum. The term refrigerium/refrigera
re acquired two fundamental semantic values in early Christianity: one relating to
commemorating the dead, the other to eschatology. Both meanings have been the
subject of extensive research linking the Christian meanings either to the etymon
and uses of the term in pre-Christian Latin or to beliefs and practices in other cul
tures and religions of Antiquity. In the following lines, I will delve further into the
nuances of this term in its sense of temporary and cyclical interruption/ suspension
of infernal punishments, as they appear in some texts within the visiones anima
rum category. Consecutively, I will identify and justify the occurrence of the oppo
site of this meaning for the same category of texts.
THE EMPEROR MARCUS AURELIUS ANTONINUS ELAGABALUS AND THE TRIAD OF EMESA: AZIZOS AND MONIMOS, COMPA-NIONS OF SOL INVICTUS ELAGABAL
Authors: CARBÓ GARCÍA Juan Ramón
Published: August 2024

Through the analysis of the structure of the religious pantheon
of the city of Emesa and of several coins specific to the emperor Elagabalus, in this
paper we shall try to check whether the individual stars present in these coins could
be identified as concrete astronomical facts with a religious significance, applying
the parameters established for these studies. In Roman coins, the presence of sym
bols of an astronomical nature is very common and has received different interpre
tations. More precisely, the symbol of the star appears in the coins of different em
perors, individually or in greater or lesser numbers. In light of the religious policy
of Elagabalus, we might conclude that these stars, depending on their position on
the reverses of the studied coins, could be identified with the god Azizos – the mor
ning star – or with the god Monimos – the evening star –, gods accompanying the
Sun Invictus Elagabal in the triad of Emesa.
DEFENDING SULLA… TO CONDEMN THE CATILINARIANS ONCE AGAIN? SOME MORAL AND POLITICAL CONCEPTS FROM CICERO’S PRO SULLA
Authors: DELLA CALCE Elisa
Published: August 2024

For Catiline and his fellow conspirators, the most important
Latin sources are Sallust’s Bellum Catilinae and Cicero’s Catilinarians. Yet also other
works deserve proper attention, in particular some of Cicero’s orations, especially
the Pro Sulla (62 BC). This paper intends further to explore some values and exam
ples relating to the ideological interpretation of the Pro Sulla and, consequently, to
the environment in which Cicero and his political adversaries lived. More specifi
cally, the focus will be on some antithetical pairs (namely, ‘madness-rationality’,
along with ‘immorality-integrity’, ‘severity-mercy’ and ‘regnum-libertas’) that are
not only relevant in rhetorical terms, but also reflect the political tensions and the
different ideologies in Cicero’s days.
LA PRÉSENCE ÉPIGRAPHIQUE D’ELAGABALUS EN HISPANIE
Authors: GONZÁLEZ-CONDE PUENTE Pilar
Published: August 2024

Cet ouvrage traite des témoignages hispaniques datés des an
nées du gouvernement d’Elagabalus. Bien qu’ils ne soient pas très abondants, ils
constituent un groupe très significatif, ce qui permet d’apprécier le degré d’inter
vention dans les espaces publics des villes, tout en aidant à comprendre la vitalité
que certains centres urbains préservaient encore à cette époque, comme en té
moigne dans l’intérêt de la restauration des bâtiments publics, ainsi que des infra
structures routières.
LEGGERE I TESTI CRISTIANI OGGI: RAGIONI, METODI E FINALITÀ
Authors: MARIN Marcello
Published: August 2024

Reading Christian texts today: reasons, methods and
purposes. In light of the challenging situation of classical languages and litera
ture and Christian studies in today’s social and cultural context, the author’s lectio
aims to answer two questions (why do people read Christian texts? how to read
them?) through a tripartite path: a) Christian texts, related to Latin and Greek
classics, in Western culture; b) today’s school and ancient Christian literature; c)
studies of ancient Christian literature in the university research: Bari’s and Fog
gia’s contribution. The survey, which naturally refers in the first place to the Italian
reality, presents valid considerations for the overall condition of the Christian
studies today.
LE DOSSIER EPIGRAPHIQUE DU REGNE D’HELIOGABALE EN MESIE INFERIEURE
Authors: MIHAILESCU-BÎRLIBA Lucrețiu
Published: August 2024

The epigraphic file of Heliogabalus’ reign in Moesia In
ferior. The author realizes an inventory of the epigraphic file in Moesia Inferior
under Heliogabalus. He emphasizes that the inventory is poor and he tries to ex
plain it through the lack of building initiatives (due to a relative peace at the Low
er Danube) and through the destruction of other epigraphic texts as an effect
of damnatio memoriae. The author compares the texts with other reigns and he
thinks that the destruction process was not more considerable that in the time of
the barracks-emperors.
PERSISTENZE E SUGGESTIONI: SOL INVICTUS NELL’ETÀ DI COSTANTINO
Authors: MURONI Eleonora S.
Published: August 2024

Persistence and suggestions: Sol Invictus in the Con
stantinian age. The relationship between Constantine and the Sun, likely deve
loped during the troubled beginnings of his Empire within the tetrarchy tradition,
becomes central probably after 310, under the emperor’s own initiative, and re
mains dominant until the final clash with Licinius. In the years following the Battle
of Adrianople, the connection with the solar deity seems to fade on coins but con
tinues to appear sporadically on inscriptions and statues, testifying to how deeply
this message had already taken root among the inhabitants of the empire.
Understanding the Fallout: The Impact of Failed Real Estate Developments on the Property Market in Lagos State, Nigeria
Authors: Adeyemi Kehinde Adetoyese
Published: August 2024

This study aims to investigate the effects of failed real estate developments on the property market in Lagos State, Nigeria. Given the rapid development and high demand for housing and other assets in Lagos, the potential for project failures can cause uncertainty and disruption. The research seeks to understand the various consequences of project development failures on the property market by examining stakeholder views. The study involves analyzing the fundamental factors and outcomes of project failures and their impact on the real estate market in Lagos State. The study sampled 384 Estate Surveyors and Valuers (ESV) and 225 staff from the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN). Regression analysis (OLS) was used to examine the impact of real estate development failure on the market. The study found that technical factors, also known as technical failures, had a significant negative influence on the real estate market in Lagos State. This conclusion was based on negative regression coefficients (-0.68 for ESV and -0.68 for REDAN) and significant t-statistics values (-8.18 for ESV and -4.90 for REDAN). Furthermore, factors such as inadequate project finance, lack of management support, failure to adhere to required regulatory guidelines, and socio-political factors also had negative regression coefficients. They were found to influence the real estate market in Lagos state. In conclusion, these factors could affect the quality of real estate development, leading to a decrease in the real estate market and patronage.
Effectiveness of Social Studies Curriculum Instruction on Adolescent Risky Sexual Behaviour of Junior Secondary Students in Calabar Municipality, Cross River State
Authors: Simon Akpama Victoria , George EKURI Patrick , Agbor, EKPOTO Ekpoto , Ejim EGAN Hilary
Published: August 2024

Objectives: The increasing number of children between the ages of 11-14 becoming mothers is expanding the rate of out of school going- children in Nigeria. This phenomenon was hitherto synonymous with the northern part of the country but today, is gradually submerging the serenity of Cross River State education system. However, Social Studies was introduced into the Nigerian school system as a corrective subject to address some of the social vices in the society. Hence, the need to assess its effectiveness in relation to some common social vices among in-school adolescent. The study evaluates the effectiveness of Social Studies curriculum instruction on adolescent risky sexual behaviour of junior secondary two students in Calabar Municipality, Cross River State. Method: The researchers adopted the correlational survey research design. The population consists of 21 public junior secondary schools with 15,739 students and 48 Social Studies teachers in Calabar Municipal. 243 students and 17 teachers Social Studies responded to Social Studies Curriculum Instruction and Adolescent Risky Sexual Behaviour Questionnaire (SSCIARSBQ) and Social Studies Curriculum Instruction Evaluation for Adolescent Risky Sexual Behaviour Questionnaire (SSCIEARSBQ)”. In the data analysis, mean and standard deviation was employed to answer all the research questions while the hypothesis formulated was tested using Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) statistic. Results: The research finding revealed that both students and teachers are of the opinion that drug abuse, poor societal values, multi-sex partners, poor parental upbringing and peer influence are causes of adolescents’ indulgement in risky sexual behaviours. Conclusion: Social Studies curriculum at the junior secondary two level effectively address the issues of risky sexual behaviour and that there is a significant relationship between JSS II Social Studies curriculum effectiveness and students’ knowledge of risky sexual behaviour in Calabar Municipality.
Unlocking Mathematical Success: A Qualitative Case Study on Grade 10 Learners’ Challenges and Triumphs with the DAMATH Strategy
Authors: Baog. Ismael W. , Bartolome. Joan Loraine D. , Hayo., Marie Ann D. , Agbon. Ana Juradell N. , Roferos Gil Vincent M.
Published: August 2024

Mathematics remains a challenging subject for students, necessitating innovative teaching strategies to enhance engagement and understanding. This study investigates the role of the DAMATH strategy, a game-based learning approach, in boosting academic achievement and cognitive engagement among Grade 10 learners. Using a constructivist theoretical framework, the study explores the issues and concerns students face when implementing DAMATH, their coping mechanisms, and the insights gained. Qualitative data from semi-structured interviews with six purposively selected participants reveal three main challenges: lack of understanding and strategic knowledge, the complexity of mathematical operations, and the pressure of problem-solving to achieve victory. Effective coping strategies identified include consistent practice, focusing on mathematical fundamentals, and collaborative learning. Students reported improvements in cognitive and problem-solving abilities, as well as enhanced mathematical skills, through regular DAMATH gameplay. The study concludes that DAMATH is an effective educational tool that promotes cognitive growth, critical thinking, and mathematical proficiency. Moreover, by integrating DAMATH into the curriculum, educators can enhance students’ learning experiences, making mathematics more accessible and engaging. These insights inform future educational strategies and suggest areas for further research on game-based learning and its broader impacts on student motivation and engagement.
The Role of Technical and Vocational Education towards Fourth Industrial Revolution in Preparing Workforce in Malaysia
Authors: Jusoh, Rosnani , Mohd Puad Mohd Hazwan , Jamaluddin Rahimah , Ismail Normala
Published: August 2024

Technical and Vocational Education (TVET) is an engine of social and economic development of the country in meeting the needs of fourth (4.0) industrial revolution. Therefore, TVET field is perceived to play a role in providing an adequate competencies workforce for the industrial revolution 4.0. This is because the industrial revolution 4.0 has become more valuable in today’s world due to the economic and social benefits provided especially in the field of production. The objective of this paper is to investigate the role of technical and vocational education towards industrial revolution 4.0 in preparing workforce in Malaysia through literature review and previous study related to the topic. These inquiries provide a comprehensive understanding, establishing a robust theoretical foundation for this paper. This study used a comprehensive review of existing literature and empirical evidence. We will examine the various ways in which Technical and Vocational Education (TVET)fosters the knowledge and skills to prepare the nation workforce in industrial revolution 4.0. The literature review plays a pivotal role in this study, involving the meticulous identification and synthesis of pertinent research findings. To ensure comprehensive coverage, the researchers employed various search strategies, including leveraging search engines such as Google Scholar and accessing online journals. Key search terms such as Technical and Vocational Education, Industrial Revolution 4.0 in providing workforce in Malaysia were utilized to retrieve relevant articles and studies. A thorough analysis and comparison of established theories and models on Educational Readiness Model for Industrial Revolution 4.0 were conducted, with particular emphasis on their intersection with theories related to providing workforce. This integrative approach provided valuable insights, perspectives, and recommendations pertaining to the practical implementation and advancement of development TVET within educational institutions worldwide. In the 21st century, the success of an organization does not only depend on the products and services offered, but also on the workforce provided. This study concludes Industry 4.0 or also known as ‘smart manufacturing’ or ‘internet industrialization’. The manufacturing industry has been transformed into a fourth revolution that is expected to affect the entire industry by changing the way goods are designed, produced, delivered, paid for and used. Therefore, education needs to pay attention, especially PTV.
Organic Product Labels: The Credence towards Customers Choice of Buying Behaviour
Authors: H Sujaya , K Kavyashree , K Shilpa , B Mithunraj
Published: August 2024

Purpose: The organic food sales are not gaining more potential, due to limited buyers, because the customers have a paucity of product labels. This distrust has highly affected the company's profits. The purpose of the study is to ease these sceptics nature which is crucial for the organic food chain and also the government, emphasizing the necessity to enhance trust and openness in compliance. In order to ensure the credibility of the certified labels, companies have to adopt a set of rules and standards which result in a long-term effect on eco-favoured customers, and trust in the organic label creates a positive impact on customer choice of buying behaviour. Besides, companies also focus on conveying the right messages, so that customers can differentiate organic products from conventional ones.
Design: This literature highlights various issues pertaining to the organic product label and customers’ choice of buying behaviour, and data is obtained from multiple reviews of literature, journals, and case studies.
Findings: Labelling strategy may reduce information asymmetry between customers and the company because labelling strategy may influence product differentiation.
Originality/Value: Studies encompass the certification scheme which is necessary for labelling organic products. Studies identify reading the labels customers easily identify product attributes that serve as a medium between company and end-users. Moreover, green labels, eco-labels, energy labels, and organic labels serve as certificates of organic products.
Paper Type: Case study