bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Review of Drought Characterization Indices
Authors: Ampitiyawatta A. D. , Wimalasiri Eranga M.
Published: November 2023

Planning and managing agricultural operations and water resource systems require an in-depth understanding of the drought phenomenon. Since the 1960s, scientists have introduced a significant variety of drought indices to characterize droughts. The purpose of the present study is to review drought concepts and to aware researchers and policymakers on widely using drought indices. In this paper, some of the commonly used drought indices, their input requirements, applications, benefits, and drawbacks were reviewed. The original publications and several previous reviews were used in this comprehension. Widely using and operational drought indices were identified. Further, recently proposed drought indices to eliminate the limitations of earlier were tallied. Major operational and newer drought indices are emphasized with their input required, virtues, and demerits to be used in future drought characterization purposes.
Regulatory roles of ACSL5 in the anti-tumor function of palmitic acid (C16:0) via the ERK signaling pathway
Authors: Lv Jiapei , Yanting Wang , Wei Shan
Published: November 2023

Previous studies have highlighted the susceptibility of cancer to perturbations in lipid metabolism. In particular, C16:0 has emerged as a promising novel treatment for hepatocellular carcinoma. In our study, we investigated the levels of C16:0 in the serum of non-small lung cancer patients were significant downregulation compared to healthy individuals (n=10; p<0.05). Moreover, our in vitro experiments using A549 cells demonstrated that C16:0 effectively inhibited proliferation, apoptosis, migration, and invasion. Despite these promising results, its pathogenesis remains poorly understood. CCK-8 assay, annexin V-FITC/PI double staining assay, wound healing assay and transwell assay were performed to evaluate the effects of C16:0, on proliferation, apoptosis, migration and invasion of A549 cells. RNA sequencing was used to identify essential factors involved in C16:0-growth inhibition in lung cancer. Further, the expression levels of related gene and proteins were detected by quantitative RT-PCR and Western blotting. Mouse NSCLC subcutaneous xenograft tumor model was established, and gastric lavage was given with C16:0. Tumor volume assay and hematoxylin-eosin staining were used to detect tumor growth in vivo. Our analysis revealed a significant upregulation of ACSL5 and its associated proteins in C16:0-treated A549 cells compared to the control group both in vivo and in vitro. Moreover, the knockdown of ACSL5 reversed the anti-tumor effect, resulting in an increased rate of the malignant phenotype mentioned above. Additionally, the expression of phosphorylated ERK protein was significantly inhibited with increasing concentrations of C16:0 in A549 cells. These results reveal for the first time that C16:0, as a novel target, regulates ACLS5 through the ERK signaling pathway, to inhibit the proliferation and apoptosis and inhibits cell migration and invasion of NSCLC. These findings may lead to the development of a novel therapeutic approach for non-small lung cancer.
Application of geospatial information systems (GIS) for assessment of the distribution of periodontal disease in Makassar City, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia
Authors: Husain Akbar Fuad , Riyadh Nur Amaliyah
Published: November 2023

Addressing the presence of periodontal disease requires a high level of expertise to detect the disease as well as effective communication to understand patients’ problems. Based on basic health data from 2018, the prevalence of this problem in Indonesia is approximately 74%. This study examined the distribution of periodontal conditions in March 2021 in Makassar City, the capital of South Sulawesi Province. To determine the distribution of periodontal disease, a questionnaire was used to find out the severity of this issue. A descriptive observational method, used with a cross-sectional design and a web-based geospatial information system (GIS) application linked to ArcGIS, was conducted. The results showed thatout of the 15 districts in Makassar City, the island district of Sangkarranghad had the highest presence of periodontal disease. Three other districts were classified as also belonging to this low category, while 11 other ones exhibited a medium disease incidence score.
Twisted Hodge diamonds give rise to non-Fourier–Mukai functors
Authors: Küng Felix
Published: November 2023

We apply computations of twisted Hodge diamonds to construct an infinite number of non-Fourier–Mukai functors with well-behaved target and source spaces.

To accomplish this, we first study the characteristic morphism introduced in Buchweitz and Flenner [Adv. Math. 217 (2008), 205–242] in order to control it for tilting bundles. Then, we continue by applying twisted Hodge diamonds of hypersurfaces embedded in projective space to compute the Hochschild dimension of these spaces. This allows us to compute the kernel of the embedding into the projective space in Hochschild cohomology. Finally, we use the above computations to apply the construction in Rizzardo, Van den Bergh, and Neeman [Invent. Math. 216 (2019), 927–1004] of non-Fourier–Mukai functors and verify that the constructed functors indeed cannot be Fourier–Mukai for odd-dimensional quadrics.

Using this approach, we prove that there are a large number of Hochschild cohomology classes that can be used for the construction of Rizzardo, Van den Bergh, and Neeman [Invent. Math. 216 (2019), 927–1004]. Furthermore, our results allow the application of computer-based calculations to construct candidate functors for arbitrary degree hypersurfaces in arbitrary high dimensions. Verifying that these are not Fourier–Mukai still requires the existence of a tilting bundle.

In particular, we prove that there is at least one non-Fourier–Mukai functor for every odd-dimensional smooth quadric.
A new computed tomography protocol to assess the olfactory cleft
Authors: Souza T V , Guimarães E S , Giannetti A V , Caixeta C S , Vasconcelos L O G , Freitas G F
Published: November 2023

INTRODUCTION: The olfactory cleft is a region of significant importance within the nasal cavity, given the heightened focus on olfactory disorders in recent years. It is considered a 3-dimensional space that starts at the most anterior olfactory filament and ends just anteriorly to the sphenoid sinus. This study aimed to outline the profile of the olfactory cleft as an anatomical area of extreme relevance in the diagnosis of diseases of the nose, paranasal sinuses and olfactory disorders. The aim to establish parameters of radiological normality for the olfactory cleft enables us to recognize and differentiate nasal disorders by identifying the widening or narrowing of the olfactory cleft during the preoperative assessment, thus facilitating the planning of the optimal treatment. This supports a theory about the evolution and development of the nose (Evo Devo Theory) that shows the olfactory nose (ethmoid and olfactory cleft) represents the seat of most diseases of the nose and paranasal sinuses. MATERIALS AND METHODS: 700 random CT scans of the nose and sinuses have been studied. A homogeneous group of CT scans of patients without paranasal sinus diseases were included in this study, seeking to define a reference anatomical measure as a criterion for tomographic normality. Measurements of the olfactory cleft were taken in the lateral-lateral direction between the middle concha and the septum on each side of the nose cavity at three specific anatomical points in the anterior skull base in the anteroposterior direction, corresponding to the beginning, middle and end of the olfactory cleft. For data analysis, exploratory statistical techniques have been used that allowed a better visualization of the general characteristics of the data. The appropriate statstical analysis was performed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). RESULTS: According to the statistical analysis performed, the reference values that were found evaluating and studying the three points were: at the first point - First Olfactory Neuron Point (FONP) – was 1.3 to 2.1 mm, at the second point - Middle Point (MP) was 1.1 to 1.6 mm, and at the third point – Sphenoethmoidal recess point (SERP) was 1.1 to 1.8 mm. The average in the first point was 1.78 mm, while in the second and third points were 1.41 and 1.48 mm, respectively. CONCLUSION: It is concluded that the tomographic olfactory cleft reference values are respectively: at the first point – First Olfactory Neuron Point- 1.3 to 2.1 mm, at the second point - Middle Point - 1.1 to 1.6 mm, and at the third point – Sphenoethmoidal recess point -1.1 to 1.8 mm.
The Consecrated Persons of the Global South in the 21st Century: A Call to Faithfulness and Fruitfulness
Authors: Songu Michael
Published: November 2023

This Paper addresses the question of Consecrated life in the global South. It highlights the call to faithfulness and fruitfulness. Over the centuries, Consecrated life shaped many of the Church's efforts in engaging worldly reality. It witnesses the Gospel message and promotes the Catholic faith: in this way, institutes of consecrated life break newer grounds and provide newer solutions in many areas of society. However, Consecrated life itself is an integral part Church, not insulated from the general currents in her. Vatican II documents are responses to social and ecclesial changes. Songu's reflection focuses on the teaching of Pope Francis on effective religious life in the st 21 century following the Spirit of Vatican II as it relates to the global south. He presents the context of the Pope's message and re-enforces its relevance. Lessons are drawn from the Papal message itself, and proposes a way forward.
Inter-generational Dialogue: Towards Building Synergy in Consecrated Life in Nigeria
Authors: Madu Wenceslaus
Published: November 2023

I was invited to lead a discussion on the above topic; and I must start by expressing my appreciation to the two secretaries of our respective conferences for this singular honour. To be invited to address any audience is always a privilege; what more to be invited to address a community of women and men who have dedicated their entire life totally to the cause of living the evangelical virtues together and in the service of the Church and their brothers and sisters. I am very grateful for the invitation and feel highly honoured. However, my prevailing circumstances could not allow me sufficient time to develop a technical paper on this all important a topic. All I will go ahead to do here is to provide some framework for our discussion on how we could exploit the diversity among the generations in our membership to enhance our effective witnesses as those who have chosen the consecrated life in today's Nigeria.
Etapy duszpasterstwa pielgrzymów
Authors: Ostrowski Maciej
Published: November 2023

Stages of pilgrim ministry

The article presents the stages of pilgrims’pastoral ministry, sometimes called pilgrimage stations, referring to the traditions and experiences of pilgrim pastors: preparation, exit, pilgrimage route, stay in a holy place, return, formation after the pilgrimage. It justifies their separation from the theological and practical side. It describes their content, tasks and goals.
Święty Paweł Apostoł i prymat św. Piotra
Authors: Królikowski Janusz
Published: November 2023

W ramach teologii prymatu Piotrowego na ogół pomija się, co na jego temat wynika z postawy i nauczania św. Pawła Apostoła. Zagadnienie wydaje się ważne, ponieważ jest wyraźnie obecne w Nowym Testamencie. Chodzi o to, by przez pogłębione studium włączyć je do całości zagadnień dotyczących pierwotnego rozumienia prymatu Piotrowego oraz traktowania go w pierwotnym Kościele. Święty Paweł na pewno wciąż stanowi brakujące ogniwo w uzasadnianiu prymatu św. Piotra oraz może służyć za wzór jego praktycznej afirmacji. Prezentowany artykuł stanowi próbę zwrócenia uwagi na to zagadnienie i potrzebę dokonania uzupełnień w teologii prymatu Piotrowego.

Paul the Apostle and the Primacy of Saint Peter: Within the frames of theology of the Primacy of Saint Peter the testimony concerning this issue which Paul the Apostle provides through his attitude and teachings is generally disregarded. The question, however, is quite significant since it is clearly present in the New Testament. The point is, that through the profound study this issue should be included among the subjects concerning the original understanding of the primacy of Saint Peter and his status in the early Church. Certainly, Saint Paul still constitutes a decisive argument in the discussion concerning the primacy of Saint Peter and may serve as an example of its practical affirmation. This paper constitutes an attempt to draw the attention to this issue and to the need for certain supplementation in the theology of the primacy of Saint Peter.
Skarby monet rzymskich z okolic Kalisza. Historia odkryć i późniejsze losy
Authors: Jarych Adam
Published: November 2023

Niniejszy tekst koncentruje się na pięciu skarbach monet rzymskich, odkrytych w okolicach Kalisza w XIX i XX w. Przybliżając głównie historie odkryć oraz późniejsze losy skarbów, które w większości przypadków zostały rozproszone i trafiły do Rosji, Niemiec czy Stanów Zjednoczonych. Tylko nieliczne zabytki z opisanych w artykule depozytów są obecnie uchwytne i znajdują się w muzeach w Polsce tj. srebrna zapinka z Zagórzyna w MOZK czy kilka monet ze skarbu z Prażuch i Zagórzyna w Łodzi i w Warszawie.

The Hoards of Roman Coins from the Vicinity of Kalisz. History df Discoveries and Subsequent Fate:
This text focuses on five hoards of Roman coins discovered in the vicinity of Kalisz in the 19th and 20th centuries. It mainly presents of the history of discoveries and the subsequent fate of the treasures, which in most cases were dispersed and found their way to Russia, Germany or the United States. Only a few artefacts from the deposits described in the article are currently available and are in the Poland Museums in, i.e. a silver clasp from Zagórzyn in MOZK or a few coins from the hoard from Prażuch and Zagórzyn in Łódź and Warsaw.
Boosting the L2 Learners’ Reading Comprehension Capability by Employing Nearpod Media
Authors: Mastura Amy , Dewi Silvi Listia , Misnar Misnar , Zuhra Intan , Misnawati Misnawati
Published: November 2023

Objective: This study aimed to enhance L2 learners' reading comprehension by integrating Nearpod media into the teaching strategy at Universitas Almuslim. The main goal was to evaluate the effectiveness of this technology-based learning in boosting L2 reading comprehension. Method: A pre-experimental research design was employed in this study, in which the L2 learners at Universitas Almuslim were grouped without a control group for comparison. Pre-tests and post-tests were conducted using the Nearpod platform to assess the L2 learners' reading comprehension skills. The data acquired from the pre-test and post-test were quantitatively analyzed with SPSS Statistics Output to determine whether or not there was a significant difference when using the Nearpod media in class. Results: The outcomes revealed a significant difference in the L2 reading comprehension when exposed to Nearpod. It showed that the post-test reading comprehension mean score was higher than the pre-test mean score. Thus, the null hypothesis (Ho) was rejected, whereas the alternative hypothesis (Ha) was accepted. Novelty: By integrating technology into the classroom, this study contributes to the growing body of knowledge on effective strategies for language learning. The findings emphasize the potential of Nearpod media to engage and empower L2 learners, providing a novel and prospective option for boosting language teaching, particularly in reading comprehension.
Progreso y precipicio. Recuerdos del futuro del mundo moderno
Authors: Moltmann Jürgen
Published: November 2023

A diferencia de un cómputo abstracto del tiempo, las consideraciones sobre lo que ha sucedido a lo largo del tiempo nos conduce a la historia real. En este segundo sentido, el año 2000 representa la herencia de una época, que nació del espíritu de esperanza mesiánica: con el descubrimiento y la conquista de América y con la evolución de la ciencia y la tecnología, Europa se creyó la soberana eterna del mundo. El siglo XIX fue el siglo del mito del progreso, pero el progreso histórico provocó la ruina de las sociedades coloniales y la autodestrucción de Europa. Durante el siglo XX, predominó el mito del progreso y la autosuficiencia humana fue predominante y completó la historia al borde de grandes catástrofes. ¿Habremos entonces entrado en un final sin principios? Aún podríamos esperar un nuevo comienzo para el futuro, si la esperanza cristiana nos mostrara nos mostrara el camino para completar la historia, si aún pudiéramos revitalizar la democracia con la esperanza de implantar los derechos humanos, y si, superando la destrucción ecológica, pudiéramos convertir la tierra en un un hogar habitable para la humanidad. Con estos objetivos humanos todavía podríamos lograr una buena globalización.
Pontius Pilatus Praefectus Iudaeae
Authors: Oliver Román Miguel
Published: November 2023

El autor de este trabajo pretende situar al personaje de Pilato en el contexto histórico y político en el que gobernaba una provincia de escaso relieve en el extenso mundo del Imperio Romano. También analiza algunos de los hechos de Pilato, casi todos ellos negativos. Pilato desaparece de la historia; el autor sigue su posterior destino, pasando a la literatura, al Ife de la antigua Iglesia y a la leyenda dentro de una doble corriente: una favorable y otra otra desfavorable al que fue juez de Cristo.
La dirección espiritual epistolar en San Francisco de Sales
Authors: Viguera Franco Valentín
Published: November 2023

Se conservan más de dos mil cartas de San Francisco de Sales, la gran mayoría espirituales. En esta obra se han seleccionado algunas de estas cartas para diseñar el modelo de dirección espiritual que este Santo utilizó en los primeros años del siglo XVII. Estas cartas constituyen también un testimonio de la espiritualidad de su tiempo, y nos ofrecen un espléndido marco para  comprender la relación de las almas que se unen en el amor de Dios. A este efecto, la relación entre Francisco de Sales y Juana de Chantal nos permite ver hasta qué punto un enamoramiento espiritual , tan común a muchas otras parejas de santos, puede alcanzar.
Yahvé guerrero y la batalla final
Authors: Guillén Torralba Juan
Published: November 2023

La 'llegada del Señor' es ambigua en cuanto al tiempo y el modo. El presente trabajo trata de analizar el origen de esta forma de entender la acción redentora divina en un momento histórico concreto y "al final de los tiempos". Un primer marco, original y originario, arraiga en las bases culturales, cósmicas y místicas de la escena de Israel y en las primeras composiciones del Antiguo Testamento. Su esquema fue utilizado y adaptado por los profetas y, dentro de la evolución natural de la profecía, acabó en laliteratura apocalíptica. De ahí siguió al Nuevo Testamento, y la catequesis de la Iglesia hizo el resto. El presente trabajo pretende seguir los diferentes momentos de esta evolución. Una vez desvelado el sentido de las formas literarias, debemos aprender a leer en ellas el mensaje revelado: ¿seguimos esperando al Dios que nos redime? o ¿Ese día llegó con Jesús y sólo estamos esperando lacelebración de su victoria? La pregunta está ahí.
STUDIES ON KINETICS AND THERMODYNAMICS OF EFFECTS OF PRIMARY COLOURS ON PHOTOCHEMICAL REACTIONS: DEGRADATION OF HYDROGEN PEROXIDE IN FOCUS
Authors: Iwot O. A. , Asuquo J. E. , BoEKOM E. J.
Published: November 2023

Green as one of the primary colours of white light in sunlight is reflected alongside absorption of other wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation by leaf before photosynthesis can take place, with no application of extra external energy and without pollutants. Given that green is one of the primary colours of white light, effect of irradiating H2O2 with primary colours was investigated. [H2O2] used ranged from 0.055Mdm-3to 0.075Mdm-3, duration of irradiation with LEDs and sunlight ranged from 300s to 1800s, while temperature during irradiation ranged from 293k to 313k. Primary colours were absorbed with 0.01M KMnO4, 0.01M methyl orange 1M CuSO4 and 1M NiSO4. Titre of KMnO4 consumed by H2O2 after irradiation was a measure of [H2O2] degraded. It was observed that low [H2O2] had negative Eas, while high [H2O2] had positive Eas, for S-g. For W-r, low [H2O2] had positive Eas while high [H2O2] had negative Eas. Although negative and positive Eas for other LED and sunlight irradiations showed no trend, magnitude of Eas decreased in the order; W-g>GLED>BLED>W-r; and S-g>S. There was increase in ?G as temperature increased for both LED and sunlight irradiations.?Gs for BLED were all positive, while the rest of LED and sunlight irradiation had at most two negative ?Gs. Although irradiations from both LEDs and sunlight showed no degradation trend, the magnitude of ?Gs decreased in the order; BLED>GLED>W-g>W-r; and S-g>S. WLED>RLED>W-b>W-br induced no observable degradation of H2O2. W-g and S-g did not degrade H2O2 at 313k. S-b, S-r and S-br degraded H2O2 in at most two temperatures. W-g and S-g degraded 0.075Mdm-3 H2O2 and 0.070Mdm-3 H2O2, just like all [H2O2] under sunlight irradiation, in second order pattern, while the rest degraded H2O2 in first order pattern. W-r, that is equivalent to combining BLED and GLED in subsequent researches is most favorable to H2O2 degradation and could lead to smearing light absorption materials on surfaces of devices like solar panels.
Epidemiological Profile of Acute Typical Bacterial Pneumonia at The National Reference University Hospital Center of N’Djamena: Risk Factors and Antibiotic Resistance
Authors: Nadlaou Bessimbaye
Published: November 2023

Acute bacterial pneumonias are non-tuberculous bacterial infections of the lung. They constitute a common pathology in children and adults.

The objective of this study was to promote microbiological diagnosis for optimal treatment in terms of antibiotic therapy.

This is a prospective observational and analytical study running from June 2022 to February 2023 based on cytobacteriological examinations of sputum from patients of all genders and ages admitted to the pulmonology and infectious diseases department of the National Reference University Hospital Center (CHURN) from N’Djamena. The isolation, identification and antibiogram of the bacteria responsible for acute pneumonia were carried out according to standard clinical microbiology techniques.

Of the 207 patients receiving sputum cytobacteriological screening, 121 bacterial agents were isolated, representing a prevalence of bacterial pneumonia of 58.45%. The most isolated bacterial strains were Staphylococcus (45.25%) followed by Streptococcus pneumoniae (34%) and Escherichia coli (10%). Significant differences were observed in terms of predominance of participation of men in the survey compared to women, the origin of patients from N’Djamena and Provinces, schooled and non-schooled patients and Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria with the probabilities of 0.01, 0.001, 0.01 and 0.001 respectively. The average age of the patients was 40.9 years with a sex ratio of 1.9. The antecedents associated with pneumonia were HIV infection, respiratory diseases, diabetes, smoking, alcoholism and cough with the proportions of 8.7%, 7.7%, 4.8%, 11.1% and 72.5 % respectively. The sensitivity of isolated bacterial strains gradually decreases from aminopenicillins to 3rd generation cephalosporin. The proportions of resistance were completely variable. Among Staphylococcus, resistance was very remarkable with erythromycin (68%), oxacillin (64.51%), ciprofloxacin (60%) and 96.15% of Staphylococcus were sensitive to fusidic acid. Oxacillin and amoxicillin clavulanic acid were almost inactive. Resistance of Escherichia coli remains high with amoxicillin clavulanic acid (66.7%) and ceftazidime (83.3%). Pseudomonas aeruginosa was 100% susceptible to ceftazidime. This study not only revealed the high prevalence of bacterial pneumonia and high resistance of the antibiotics tested. The importance of the sensitivity test allows the adaptation of antibiotic therapy to microbiological results.
Membangun Paradigma tentang Makna Guru pada Pembelajaran Culturally Responsive Teaching dalam Implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka di Era Abad 21
Authors: Salma Intan Maulidah , Yuli Risvi Revita
Published: November 2023

To align with the current curriculum, 21st-century learning necessitates teachers to depart from the old paradigm, where teachers were considered to have the role of merely delivering instructional content. The implementation of the "Merdeka" Curriculum at present can be said to not be fully realized by all schools. The essence of education involves incorporating cultural elements into the child's self, allowing the child to become a humane being by assimilating into the culture. The research conducted here utilizes a library research or literature study research type. The data collection technique used involves exploring data through literature reviews, reading, examining, and noting information from various reference sources such as journals, articles, and relevant books. Furthermore, the data analysis technique employed is content analysis. From the research conducted, it is evident that the emerging new paradigm is that the "Merdeka" Curriculum offers an opportunity to apply Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) in learning. Teachers position themselves as facilitators tasked with eliminating disparities arising within the classroom due to the diversity in students' backgrounds, traditions, ethnicities, and other differences. Additionally, teachers also act as mediators who accommodate these disparities and embrace various cultural responses.
Learning Theory According to 'Athiyah al-Abrasyi and its Relevance to the Islamic Education Curriculum
Authors: Rahmawati Huzdaeni , Wati Ella Susila , Triyana Triyana , Rahmawati Ayu Agustina Dwi
Published: November 2023

Islam places a strong emphasis on a person's overall development, which includes intellectual, moral, and spiritual development. The historical historians' instructional methods are at the heart of this undertaking. This study explores the learning theory put out by eminent Islamic educator and scholar 'Athiyah al-Abrasyi using qualitative research methodologies and a literature review. The goal of the study is to shed light on the nuanced facets of 'Athiyah's learning theory and investigate its potential applicability in developing the curriculum for modern Islamic education. This study identifies the key ideas supporting 'Athiyah's learning theory through a thorough investigation of her publications and relevant scholarly dialogue. This research used a scoping review. This study aim the contextual intricacies that define 'Athiyah's learning theory. The research also looks into how 'Athiyah's learning theory may be used to create modern Islamic educational programs. As a result, this study emphasizes the importance of using qualitative techniques and doing literature reviews to understand the learning theory put forward by 'Athiyah al-Abrasyi. The study emphasizes the applicability of her instructional strategy to the present Islamic curricula
Development of PAI Learning in the Digital Era Merdeka Curriculum at MTs Negeri 1 Yogyakarta
Authors: Mubarok Ahmad Syahri , Mahdi Asmin , Basri Hasan , Zakaria Abd Razak
Published: November 2023

Islamic Religious Education (PAI) has a central role in shaping the personality, morality and spiritual values of students. In responding to the challenges of an increasingly global digital era, developing PAI learning in the Merdeka Curriculum has become a crucial aspect in responding to developments in information and communication technology which have changed the way we interact with information, religion and education. This study aims to find out how the development of Islamic religious education learning in the Merdeka Curriculum learning the digital era and find out how the problems of learning Islamic religious education in the Merdeka Curriculum at MTs Negeri 1 Yogyakarta. This research is field research using descriptive qualitative methods. Data collection in this study used interviews, observation and documentation. Analysis techniques use: data reduction, data visualization, and drawing conclusions/verification. Meanwhile, the data validity test takes the form of source triangulation and technical triangulation. The results of this study show that religious education learning in the independent digital era learning curriculum at MTs Negeri 1 Yogyakarta is to provide guidance to students to become individuals who have noble morals and fear Allah Swt. and have the ability to think critically, have the ability to do high activities, be able to communicate well, be able to collaborate and be confident and can utilize technology as a learning medium for Islamic religious education. As for the problems of learning Islamic religious education in the Merdeka Curriculum in the digital era, namely: human resources are not adequate to implement Islamic religious education learning in the digital era, PAI teachers have not mastered the concept of an Merdeka Curriculum and do not have qualified abilities in using technological media in learning, low quality of education, inadequate facilities and infrastructure. So the solution that can overcome the problems of learning Islamic religious education in the digital era is to develop and improve human resources first, provide facilities and infrastructure and utilize technological media in learning Islamic religious education.
Psychomotory Formation of Children Through Islamic Religious Education in the Family
Authors: Nadharah Inamatun , Amin Khoirul , Arifin Laode Muhammad Al-Fateh
Published: November 2023

Education cannot be separated from family life. One of the successes of education is the role of the family in educating children. Education in the family is a form of conscious effort carried out by parents. The psychomotor aspect is a very important aspect for educators to know. These psychomotor abilities can be grouped into five, namely imitation, manipulation, movement accuracy, articulation and naturalization or autonomy. This research aims to determine the formation of children's psychometrics through Islamic religious education in the family. This research uses qualitative methods (field research). Meanwhile, the data collection method uses interviews, observation and documentation. Data analysis in this research uses data reduction which consists of checking data and organizing data, presenting or displaying data, and verification. The results of this research show that in forming children's psychomotor skills through Islamic religious education, families usually use methods, advice, example, habituation, rewards and punishments, training children for practices, stories, and so on, while supporting factors in the formation of psychomotor skills in the family are the existence of prayer room close to home, parents' preferences, family and school environment, surrounding environment and social friends, while the inhibiting factors are excessive use of gadgets, and busy parents who work outside the home.
Flood disasters and management in Ughelli and environs, Delta State, Nigeria
Authors: Efe S Ighovie , Moses Ekukoro
Published: November 2023

The study examines the 2022 floods disasters in Ughelli and environs, Nigeria. Field survey of 25 communities affected by flood disaster in Ughelli north and south Local Government Areas (LGA) were carried to measure the inundated areas and their levels (depth). Questionnaires were also administered to solicit the causes, effect of flood, and management strategies adopted during the flood episodes. Data were presented and analyzed with statistical diagrams and descriptive statistics. Results revealed high level of flood inundation and disasters in Ughelli north and south of Delta State, with a colossal and devastating damage on properties and lives. Properties worth 616.3 million and 573 million of worth of crops were destroyed. And socioeconomic activities come to a standstill. Heavy rainfall, release of water from Lagdo dam in Cameroun amongst others are the causal factors of the disaster. The study posited building of buffer dams, adhering to NiMet weather prediction, and planning regulations among others as the flood management options.
Public relations strategies as predictor of resources utilization in academic libraries in Cross River State, Nigeria
Authors: Elemi Catherine Obi , Ogar Frederick Oman
Published: November 2023

This study investigated public relations strategies as a predictor of resources utilization in academic libraries in Cross river State, Nigeria. The study was motivated by the incessant complain of the students sourcing for materials which were not optimally utilized. Four research questions and four hypotheses were posed and formulated respectively to guide the study. Expo-facto research design was adopted. Questionnaire was used for data collection. The statistical tool used for data analysis was multiple and simple regressions. The hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. It was found that, there is a significant influence of public relations strategies on the utilization of resources in academic libraries. Publicity, social media and current awareness services of library have significant influence on utilization of library resources. Based on the findings it was recommended among others, that library schools should as matter of urgency include in their curriculum public relation courses in order to strengthen the leadership quality of future librarians, as well as training them on how to use all public relation strategies in publicizing information about the library for optimum utilization of resources in libraries. That adequate technology such as internet facilities and social media platforms should be provided in all offices in academic libraries as well as a viable ICT policy. Academic libraries management should carve out current awareness services for the dissemination of library resources information that will keep its users well informed and up to date in their fields of basic interest as well as in related subjects.
Entrepreneurship education in tertiary institutions in Nigeria: A strategic option for national development
Authors: Ubogu Rowell E.
Published: November 2023

The introduction of entrepreneurship education in tertiary institutions in Nigeria is seen as a measure to address the problem of graduate unemployment and strategically position the economy for sustainable development. Nevertheless, the training programme in developing countries like Nigeria has concentrated more on teaching knowledge and skills basically in principle. Products of these training are expected to be engaged in either self-employment or being employed. Unfortunately, Nigeria as a nation is characterized by high levels of youth restiveness, unemployment, poverty and crime. Attempting to solve this issue, the paper discusses the need for entrepreneurship education in Nigeria tertiary institutions. It also examines the challenges and strategies to adopt to achieve a functional entrepreneurship education in tertiary institution in Nigeria. The paper recommends among others that tertiary institutions administrators should ensure the provision of adequate workshop laboratory facilities that can help students acquire practical skills for employment and self-employment.
Development and implementation of a password and fingerprint based circuit breaker
Authors: Okhueleigbe E. I. , Okhaifoh J. E.
Published: November 2023

This study examined the problem faced during electrical accident investigation so as to allay fears, cloudy misgivings and suspicion of Re-energizing an already (or Purportedly) Isolated (De-Energized) Lines (Mechanically Padlocked) between the DISCO’s linesman and operators in substation control room on one hand and factory maintenance technician and their control room operator on the other part during electrical accidents investigation, It tends to look at a solution that will be acceptable to all and sundry on the actual cause of the energization of an electrical line during repairs and maintenance which could have been due to a feedback current from another source but with this password and finger print circuit breaker, the linesman`s mind is at peace and his safety is maximally guaranteed.
Determination of heavy metals concentration in waste water of Warri Refining and Petrochemicals Company (WRPC)
Authors: Igbagara P. W. , Ntekim J.
Published: November 2023

Waste water from some industries contain high levels of contaminant such as colloid, suspended and dissolved minerals. Heavy metals have negative impact on all forms of life in the environment. Crude oil refining makes use of large volume of water, whence generate large quantities of waste water which must comply with stringent environmental guidelines. To this end, several treatment methods have been explored in order to keep contaminants levels within limits. This study investigated the presence of heavy metals in discharged waste water effluents from the premises of Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company LTD into the Ubeji creek. The analysis was carried out using the Flame Atomic Adsorption Spectrometry method. Standard solution used for calibration were prepared for the five heavy metals analysed. Results showed average concentrations of chromium was within the acceptable limit. The overall results show that effluent water from WRPC has concentrations of heavy metals that is within the prescribed acceptable limits for discharge into the environment.
Central content source computer aided teaching (CCSCAT)
Authors: Addah Emmanuel , Ovuworie Godwin , Ariavie Godfrey
Published: November 2023

The art of teaching is an age-long activity that started with the introduction of education. Teaching itself is both formal and informal and over time, it has been manually carried out, until the advent of computers which introduced the use of images and videos to teach prospective learners. This system of teaching involves the use of large screen display unit in each classroom, preferably a wide Screen Television set. The display unit is placed directly in front of the class, while the conventional whiteboard is to the left side of the class, for short write ups. All the contents for the courses/subjects are built using either Microsoft PowerPoint or any other presentation software, alongside a long text presentation software. There are two major modules of this software – tertiary education module (e-Lectures) and lower education module (CCSCAT) for primary and secondary schools. The tertiary education module is a very effective tool for online teaching for distant learning programs. Using e-Lectures offline, the lecturer enters the class with either an Air Mouse or Wireless Mouse and a Wireless Keyboard. His/her laptop is connected to the wide screen display unit. For writing purposes, which is just illustrations, he may use a digital pen, for online courses, the lecturer shares his screen while using remote desktop software like Zoom, Team Viewer, Anywhere Meeting, etc. As for CCSCAT, there is a central server that houses all the contents for the subjects. The classrooms are connected to this server either online or offline. Meanwhile, the system is predominantly meant to work offline because of the current internet challenges being faced in some countries.
Phytochemical and Proximate Analysis of Jatropha curcas Lam Leaves
Authors: Jumare F. I. , Maigandi Z. R. , Ibrahim S. G. , Zayyan Y. M. , Musa M. I.
Published: November 2023

Jatropha curcas leaves have various uses and promise various benefits to humans, animals, and industry. This study was carried out to evaluate the phytochemical and proximate composition of Jatropha curcus lam dried leaves. The phytochemical analysis was done to determine the presence and absence of the secondary metabolites. While the proximate analysis was done using the standard method of AOAC. The phytochemical results revealed the presence of Alkaloids, Tannins, Flavonoids, Saponins, Phenolics, and absences of steroids. Proximate composition showed a high percentage of carbohydrates content of 64.84±0.01 and a lower moisture content of 3.25±0.01. It could be concluded Jatropha curcus leaves can be a source of energy, antinutritional, and treating antimicrobial infectious.
The influence of digital marketing on competitive advantage, as well as its implications for marketing performance in Bag Msmes in Bogor
Authors: Muniroh Leny , Diposumarto Ngadino Surip , Muharam Hari
Published: November 2023

The role of MSMEs currently has an impact on post-pandemic economic recovery and a number of problems faced in the last 3 years on their business performance, potential factors in their business performance include entrepreneurial orientation, knowledge management, and partnership strategies in increasing innovation and adaptability, besides that Knowledge management also plays an important role in improving MSME performance by facilitating knowledge management which is effective. Partnership strategies, especially with parties that have market access and a wide network, can expand market share and increase product exposure. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to understand the influence of each of these factors on MSME marketing performance and how these factors interact in the context of MSMEs in Bogor Regency, a survey of 176 samples of MSMEs in Bogor Regency uses a quantitative approach to prove the research hypothesis through structural equation modeling. The novelty of this research is an analysis of Internal Resources factors, Digital Marketing, and Partnership Strategies that have an impact on Marketing Performance. This study concludes that if the increase in  Internal Resources  has an impact on marketing performance behavior and provides competitive advantages, besides that digital marketing can also have an impact on strengthening products to be able to compete and partner relationships will have an impact on products, services, and materials produced, this conclusion confirms the importance of quality internal resource management in an effort to achieve success in the bag business.  This research posits both theoretical and practical implications, and limitations of the study.
Integration Framework of Accounting and Auditing and its Subsequent Influence on Financial Reporting
Authors: Hussein Firas Abdulameer , Wahhab Asaad Mohammed Ali
Published: November 2023

This study aims to illustrate the profound influence that the integration and interconnection of financial accounting and auditing principles have on financial reporting and demonstrate the potential benefits of integrating financial information systems to enhance the accuracy, clarity, and usefulness of financial data. This integration is expected to contribute to more informed economic decision-making processes. A survey instrument was created consisting of three dimensions, with each dimension matching one of the research variables. The instrument was distributed to a sample population of individuals who possess expertise and practical experience in accounting and auditing. A sample size of 287 questionnaires was administered in this study. To achieve the research objectives, the study hypotheses were evaluated by conducting statistical analyses of the collected data. Furthermore, the research investigated the relationship and incorporation of the elements within the theoretical framework for global financial reporting and the principles of auditing, along with their impact on the process of financial reporting. The objective above was accomplished using several statistical methodologies, including structural equation modelling, path analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, and path derivation. In addition, longitudinal data models were developed, and regression models were estimated, incorporating autocorrelation, multiple correlations, and variance. The conceptual framework employed in the study of accounting and auditing has played a significant role in mitigating information asymmetry and promoting a greater focus on objectivity and suitability in the measuring of accounting data. The fundamental basis of this paradigm is grounded in the concepts of mixed measurement and adoption. The utilisation of historical cost and current value measures, along with the integration between the conceptual framework of accounting and the conceptual framework of auditing, play a role in promoting effective and fair financial reporting regarding the economic entity's ability to maintain its operations in the future. Furthermore, these methods serve to guarantee an adequate level of disclosure of subsequent events, thereby reducing ambiguity.
The Christian conception of divine revelation
Authors: Brînzea Nicolae , Morcov Elena
Published: November 2023

The fundamental idea of God's communication with people is expressed theologically and significantly through the concept of Revelation. In the continuous search for the truth about himself, the believer grows in knowledge and lives a complex human experience. He fulfills himself not only by the questions he asks, but also by the way he practically responds to divine love, which is manifested in the things and persons of the world and in the new circumstances created by God for each believer, adapted to his specific context. Thus, we believe that the world was created by the Word of God, and that all things came into being out of nothing, as stated in Hebrews 11, verse 3. As there is one God, the one and holy Trinity, there is also one Revelation. This Revelation is itself an eternally open reality in the divine-human sphere, culminating in the profound discovery of the Savior Jesus Christ. He is the Archetype through which the perfect epiphanic singularity manifests its fundamental attributes as expressed in the Chalcedonian formulation.
The Experience of Revelation in the Islamic Religion
Authors: Brînzea Nicolae , Morcov Elena
Published: November 2023

The concept of revelation is the fundamental basis of the great belief systems, being articulated and proclaimed within them. This manifestation of divinity then becomes the basis of authority in the religious realm. Religious authority refers to the divine right to introduce or impose upon people a system of beliefs, practices, or values. Islam claims its origins in the Abrahamic tradition and claims to preserve the true faith that Abraham professed. Islam states that it is based on the Abrahamic tradition and that it aims to preserve the true faith that Abraham professed. In this context, Islam aims to establish an authentic monotheism, excluding later developments of doctrine that might affect the original Abrahamic monotheism.